ICE Club Activities 39 Essential Telephone Nos

Art Group

A friendly social get together for those who like to paint and chat. Club House – Friday 10:00 - 13:00 (Closed over summer – restarts 23rd September) Contact: Steve Carter 951 277 240, Debra Coleman Whatsapp only 617 432 629

Art Class

A very informal class using a variety of mediums such as watercolour, acrylic, pastel etc. If you’ve never painted before, or haven’t painted for ages, or you wish to try other mediums, do come and join us. The first lesson is free and the equipment is supplied. Club House – Monday 14.30 – 17.00 10 Euros (Class restarts 5th September) Contact: Veronica Lilley (Ronnie) 605 153 969

Bingo

Club House -Every other Wednesday 2.30 eyesdown at 3.00pm. Check for dates. Fee 2€ members, 3€ guests. Bar is open Contact: Ian Horwood 602 291 855

Bowls

A sociable morning for beginners, novices, old faces or guests. Benavista Bowls Club –Monday 9.30 for 10.00 start –16 ends for 7 Euros + Annual fee 30 Euros Contact: Terry Smith 677 656 319, 951 276 113

Bridge

Our weekly Duplicate Bridge meeting is a pleasant evening with a touch of competition for most of the players and around 20:30 there is always a break for a drink and a bit of socializing. Depending on time of the year between 12 and 36 ICE members attend. The results are emailed the same evening to all who did play. Club House – Thursday 19.00 – 22.30 Contact: Tim & Nine Taminiau 647 374 145

Bums & Tums

A gentle aerobic exercise followed by toning. Open to men and women. No charge. Club House – Monday 11.00-12.00 Contact: Rachel Lucas 711 073 363

Canasta

Canasta is a unique South American Card Game of melds and strategy, and is a member of the Rummy Club Family. We play Solo Canasta which may be played with 3,4, or 5 Players but is best played with 3 or 4 persons playing individually for themselves. New Players are invited to come by prior arrangement for tuition. Club House – Tuesday 14.45 for 15.00 – 18.00 Contact: Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410, 952 791 449

Film Night

We show a variety of films, sometimes recommendations from members, but mostly new releases. The bar is open from 7.30 with a break half way through the film to replenish your glasses and most importantly to have an ice cream . Club House – 2nd Monday of the month except July-September – 20.00 prompt Contact: Sue Potter 686 107 835

Golf

We play every Tuesday and Friday morning on a Roll Up and play basis at Casares Golf. Starting times are usually 09-00 but can be changed in the summer to 08.30. We do not stop over Christmas but it all depends who turns up to play. There is normally a Spring and Autumn cup competition in March/April and October/November. Once a month during the year we usually play and away day at one of the many courses along the coast. There is a golf break for three days once a year when we stay and play at a resort within a reasonable driving distance. Information is sent out to everyone on our players' handicap list which is updated weekly so that every player is up to date. Casares Golf: Starting times: Varies from 08-30 to 09-30 depending on time of the year. (Check with Peter Henry) Arrive in good time so that playing groups can be organised etc. Two rounds of nine hole golf with different tees used for first and second rounds. Contact: Peter Henry 693 105 180. peter.henry0@gmail.com Coen Noordendorp 951 663 279

History

The History Group hold talks on historical subjects from any period and on any subject. We meet on an ad hoc bsasis Thursdays after Lunch depending on availability of speakers. Previous topics have been 'The Battle of Bailen 1808', 'USA 1820-1860: The path to the Civil War,’ 'French Indochina 1945-54:. Club House – Thursday 14.00 Contact: Geoff Fabron geoff.fabron@hotmail.co.uk

Krafty Club

A sharing of craft ideas. Come along and see if there are Krafty things you’d like to learn to do, or just find out how things are made. Club House - First and third Wednesday of the month from 10.30 to 13.30 (Restarts 15th September) Contact: Julie Wood 639 542 387

Ladies Lunch

Come and enjoy a social friendly lunch at nice restaurant. There is usually a menu to choose from the week before and tickets are sold at the club meetings. A really good way to get together with new members. Various locations: Fourth Tuesday of the month. Contact: Julie Wood 639 542 387, 952 913 174

Mahjong

All standards of players welcome. Club House - Sundays at 12.00 to 14.00 upstairs. Contact: Lin Ingram 952 118 037 Club House - Tuesdays at 11.00 downstairs Contact: Sue Potter 686 107 835

Petanca

Petanca game is played with small hollow steel balls, which are tossed or rolled aiming close to the jack. It's played in teams. We have one spare set if you would like to have a go. Playa Ancha, Casares Playa: Sunday - 10.30 – 13.00

Quiz Night

The Quiz consists of 4 rounds of 10 questions on various subjects. The Prize is a bottle of wine for the winners of each round then there is a fun round while the Quizmaster is checking the answers for the Big Prize of 4 Bottles of wine. A fun evening, it’s a great way for Members to get to know each other. If you are on your own we will always join you up with a team. Crisps and snack biscuits are provided, also chocolate does the rounds. 2€ members, 3€ guests Club House – First Friday of the month – 20.00 for 20.30 Contact: Sheila Fox 671 232 906

Rambling

The Club runs a very successful rambling group. The walks are variable in length but usually between 7-12 km. Some walks are easy but some are hard but we usually tell you about the walk at least 1 day before on our rambling what's app group. There is always time to look and take photos and we always go for a well deserved drink after our walks. Meetings every Wednesday and Saturday October- May at various locations. Contact: Sue Potter 686 107 835

Spanish Lessons

Spanish lessons are offered at 2 levels: beginner and more advanced. The main focus is on effective communication with plenty of listening and speaking. Club House Tuesday 10.30-11.30 beginners, 11.45-12.45 advanced. €8 per lesson (lessons restart 4th October) Please contact Martin before the lesson if possible. Contact: Martin Holmes 952 892 163, 652 272 142

CLUB HOUSE FACILITIES

Library/DVDs/Jigsaws

All paperbacks welcome. Donation of 1 Euro for DVDs (please put details in the book). Library Contact: Peter Galloway DVD/Jigsaw Contact: Sue Potter

Lottery

The lottery is open to members only. Tickets are available on Thursday at 1€ each. Draw takes places last Thursday of the month. Contact: Dave Hackett