International Club of Estepona The ‘ICE’ Club A Social and Cultural Club for all English Speaking People
MAY 2021 Edition
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International Club of Estepona The ‘ICE’ Club Magazine Contents Page 5 7 8 9-12 14-15 17 18-19 21 25
President's Letter Notices Puzzles Activities Update Past Events Future Events Social Calendar More About Fabrics Wilma's biscuits for doggies
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Tips—using home chemistry Safety Notices Classified Solutions Committee Members Advertising Rates General Information Activity Organisers Essential Telephone Nos
Betty Fooks - Editor Email: editor@theiceclub.es
Wonderful to see the club filling up with people coming to activities and events. Do, please, take a few moments to take photos and send them in to me for the magazine. Ed.
President: Sheila Fox Email: info@theiceclub.es Editor: Betty Fooks Email: editor@theicelub.es Advertising: Rachel Lucas Email: lucasrachel2020@gmail.com Disclaimer: - The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the contents of articles nor the claims made by advertisers. The magazine is published on the website on or before the first day of each month. www.theiceclub.es Email: info@theiceclub.es Tel: 952 802 549
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President’s Letter
We’ve managed to stay open another month and things are looking good here. There are still some restrictions in place but we are hoping they are lifted very soon. The “State of Alarm” will end in May and hopefully all the borders will be opened. Many of our members have had at least one of their Covid vaccinations – my first one is booked for 30th, the day after this magazine is published. Strange to be so excited and looking forward to someone sticking a needle in me! The club is slowly returning to “near normality” with a few evening events scheduled and we had our first party/lunch on Sunday 18th April, with 48 attendees, all socially distanced at tables of 4 and keeping to the rules. Turned into a lovely afternoon. See the write-up and photos in this edition. At the moment, many of our members have not returned from their home countries and our membership numbers are very low. Fortunately, from those members living here, quite a few are now attending the Thursday morning meetings and it is good to see how they appreciate our club. We have had a few new members join this year, which is what we need and we look forward to welcoming everyone when they return for their holidays this summer. We have a few interesting events scheduled; the Gardening Group under the leadership of Alan Lucas, will meet in Estepona Town for a leisurely walk. Also on 29th May, Ian Horwood will host a Horse Racing event with Ploughman’s Lunch. Watch for news on our Facebook page and the website www.theiceclub.es and if you’re in the clubhouse, check out the noticeboard. Remember to wear your mask and keep a safe distance from others. Sheila Fox, President 5
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NOTICES Lottery Winners— March
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PUZZLES
Like puzzles— There’s a new one every day on the ICE website! CODEWORDS (Answers Page 31) Codewords are like crossword puzzles - but have no clues! Instead, every letter of the alphabet has been replaced by a number, the same number representing the same letter throughout the puzzle. All you have to do is decide which letter is represented by which number! To start you off, we reveal the codes for two or three letters. With these letters filled in throughout the puzzle, you'll have enough clues to start guessing words and discovering other letters. SUDOKU (Answers Page 31) Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each 9-box square contains all of the numbers from 1 to 9. 8
ICE ACTIVITES As so many changes have happened over the last year due to Covid restrictions we have listed below the activities that are currently taking place—but please do check with the noticeboard, FB or website Art Group A friendly social get together for those who like to paint and chat. Club House – Friday 10:00 - 13:00 Contact: Steve Carter 696 259 644
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 Contact: Veronica Lilley (Ronnie) 952 800 875 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 Taminiau 647 374 145, Nine Taminiau 672 712 927 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 9
Drama Group Singers, actors and back stage – we aim to entertain the audiences and enjoy ourselves. Normally we stage two performances a year and welcome anyone to join in. Contact: Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Family History Sessions are on a one to one basis, on a day and time mutually convenient. Club House -Date and time will be arranged preferably by email to davehackett22@gmail.com Contact: Dave Hackett 636 326 599, 952 893 965
Film Night Films will restart in October. Gardening Group ANYONE with an interest in flowers, plants, cacti, succulents, shrubs, trees and anything horticultural is welcome. Come and share your and other members tips and experiences -both successes and failures! We visit various Garden Centres, enjoy walks around Botanical gardens and occasionally even visit member’s gardens. Suggestions (and any cuttings??) will be gratefully received! Club House – Date and time tba Contact: Alan Lucas 951 515 220, 711 055 728 Email : alanelucas@hotmail.com Golf Each week we meet on Tuesday and Friday mornings on a “roll up and play basis” at Casares Golf Club and each month we normally have an away day when we play at a different club along the coast. This can be as far as Mijas to the East or Alcaidesa towards Gibraltar. In March we organise a competition at Casares Golf in memory of Martin O'Gorman who died in 2018. In Spring and Autumn there are two cup competitions open to all golfers. These are played at local courses which change each year. During the last week in October we have an away break for 3 days usually with three rounds of golf. The venue is chosen each year and is usually within easy driving distance from Estepona. 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 693105180. peter.henry0@gmail.com Coen Noordendorp 951663279 10
History The History Group hold talks on historical subjects from any period and on any subject. We meet about once a month on 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: The 1st Vietnam War' and 'The Wars of the Roses’. 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 Contact: Julie Wood 639 542 387 Bea Sykes 677 255 790 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 - Tuesdays at 11.00 downstairs, Sundays at 12.00 to 14.00 upstairs. Contact: Lin Ingram 952 118 037 Petanca We started to play Petanca again every Sunday morning. The 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 Contact: Wilma Keeley 679 138 952
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 Euros. Club House – First Friday of the month – 20.00 for 20.30 start (the last few quizzes have been run in the afternoon,2.30 for 3.00pm start due to Covid restrictions. Watch the notice board) Contact: Sheila Fox 671 232 906, 951 900 745 11
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, 952 636 627 Scrabble Anyone welcome who loves the game. Please bring your scrabble board if you have one. Club House - Friday mornings at 10am start. Contact: Wilma Keeley 679138952 Songs of Praise “It’s true we don’t have Aled Jones or Katherine Jenkins as on TV, but we do have a friendly group that enjoys choosing and singing those favourite hymns from our songbooks, even old Sunday School ones! No problem if you don’t think you can sing, or aren’t particularly religious. Just come along and enjoy afternoon tea with sandwiches and cake. The music with keyboard and guitar, plus cheerful chat and some reflection, too. Who knows, you might even make new friends! Club House -3rd Sunday of month except July - August 16.30-18.00 Inc tea & cake Contact: Martin Holmes 952 892 163, 652 272 142 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 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). All returned items need to be placed in the specific containers provided in order for them to meet Covid 19 regulations. Library Contact: Peter Galloway DVD/Jigsaw Contact: Cindy Holmes Lottery The lottery is open to members only. Tickets are available on Thursday at 1 Euro each. Draw takes places last Thursday of the month. Contact: Dave Hackett 12
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PAST EVENTS APRIL QUIZ
The quiz on Friday 2nd April in the afternoon was hard but we had a laugh. Ian Horwood was quizmaster, standing in for Fran. With mostly 4 to a table we had 5 teams. I was with Geoff Fabron, his wife Lesley, and Rachel Lucas. We won the first round but after that we were hopeless. There were lots of science questions, all multi-choice or true false answers.
The overall winners was Maggie's team with Danny and Renee Hackston and Wilma Keeley, winning 4 bottles of wine between them. Come back Fran - all is forgiven!!
Submitted by Sheila Fox
BUMS & TUMS
The first session of bums & tums was well attended by 10 people, including 3 men. We had enough room downstairs with social distancing for a few more. First we had to fill in a health form but we didn't have to put our weight thank goodness. We started with a warm up to get our bodies moving and then moved onto the exercises, some standing up some laying on our mats or sitting on a chair. Rachel made sure after each exercise we relaxed our bodies in the correct manner. Some exercises I couldn't do because of my wrists but Rachel was on hand to show me how to do them another way. Some exercises were harder than others but I suppose no pain no gain comes to mind. All exercises were executed with a great choice of music. Rachel was an excellent teacher and explained the exercises very well. Rob and I are looking forward to further lessons. Thank you Rachel. Submitted by Sue Potter 14
PAST EVENTS WELCOME BACK LUNCH
At last we were able to meet for our annual WELCOME BACK GET TOGETHER - even though we haven’t actually been anywhere – which is usually held at the end of January each year. Covid rules, Tables of 4, and masks worn when standing and moving around and no mingling! Thank you to everyone for adhering to the rules and keeping us all safe. A delicious three course lunch prepared and served by Volunteers—Brenda , Bob, Renee and Dan. Fortyeight members enjoyed a sunny afternoon amongst friends. Lots of fun and laughter from all the tables, no music needed, and everyone went home full of lovely food and drinks for which we also say thank you to the bar staff. A huge team effort from the trolley dollies and dishwashers to Sue taking photos. January 2022 won’t be long for the next Welcome Back Party, thank you everyone. Submitted by Lynne Danby
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EVENTS DUE TO CURRENT RESTRICTIONS EVENTS MAY CHANGE AT VERY SHORT NOTICE - ALWAYS CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD STOP PRESS ON THE
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Sunday, 2nd May - Petanca re-commences. Friday, 7th May - Gardening Group Walk in Estepona with Alan Lucas starting from Plaza de Flores at 11.00am More details Page 16 Organiser Alan Lucas - Quiz – Tony Winterton - New time - 7.30 for 8.00pm Sunday, 16th May - Songs of Praise 4.30pm Wednesday, 19th May - Ramblers End of Season Lunch at Restaurante La Canas Viejas, Benahavis. Open to non-ramblers. Tickets 11€ from Sue. More details Page 13 Organiser Sue Potter Thursday, 20th - History Group at 2.00pm More details Page 7 Organiser Geoff Fabron Tuesday, 25th - Ladies Lunch – TBA
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Saturday, 29th - Horseracing/Ploughman´s Lunch –– 1.30 for 2.30pm More details Page 20 Organiser Ian Horwood
June Tuesday, 1st June - Trip to Molina de Inca – Organiser Sue Potter Friday, 4th June - Quiz – Maggie Whittley Saturday, 12th June - Carribbean Summer Party TBA Sunday, 20th June - Songs of Praise Tuesday, 22nd June - Ladies Lunch IMPORTANT NOTICE When using the general fob for the alarm it is imperative that it is put back in the right place. Recently, there was difficulty finding it by which time the alarm had gone off. 17
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MORE ABOUT FABRICS—COTTON & MUSLIN Over the past year or so, within the covers of the ICE magazine, I’ve offered an insight into linen and hemp, and think I should now look at cotton, surely the most commonly used of all the natural fibres. There is such a wide range of uses, however, that we need to take the story in easy steps. Of the more well known fabrics made from cotton are denim, duck, sateen and canvas but let’s look at one of the oldest and perhaps the most exotic – muslin. Muslin is itself, a name of a wide range of fabrics, from the most delicate sheer to heavy duty coarse sheeting, all made from cotton. It gets its name from where it was first thought to have been made, in Mosel, Iraq, in the late 13th century. We now believe much earlier fabrics of similar weave were made in the Dhaka region of Bangladesh where it was called mulmul. It was said that back in those days, a piece of fine muslin, a yard wide, could be passed through a lady’s wedding ring. The basic yarn was from cotton grown on the banks of the Brahmaputra river and cleaned and combed using the upper jaw of a catfish, ready for spinning. Spinning and weaving was done, preferably, during the monsoon season to take advantage of the humidity that reduced the risk of breakages of the yarns. Although the fabric was produced up until the 18th C, its very existence was seen as a threat to the British Colonial authorities’ importation of British-made cotton goods through the East India Company. Local trade was suppressed and much of the handed-down skills were lost. Some production continued and the very fine fabrics were imported into Europe, particularly France, where it was used by the fashion industries. One disadvantage of fine muslin was its flammability. In the Indian subcontinent, fires were normally not used for domestic heating, but in Europe, ladies wearing the highly prized fabric learned the hard way not to get too close to the fire. Ordinary grade muslin was also used by dress-makers as an aid to fitting a new garment. A trial fit was made using muslin before cutting pieces of an expensive fabric. This was called ‘making a muslin’ in Britain, while the French employed the word toile to refer to the material and the test garment. Cont... 21
Muslin has found many uses since: as a pad for French polishing, as a filter when decanting wines, to contain cheese during the process of straining out the excess whey from the curd, traditionally wrapping around a Christmas pudding or an Irish Barmbrack and by bee-keepers to filter out the debris from beeswax. And in 1903, the Wright brothers used muslin to cover the wings and the control surfaces of their aircraft. When in 2003, an authentic reproduction of the aircraft was made, there was no suitable muslin to be found; three separate companies in the US were needed to produce the yarn and then to weave and finish the fabric.
And the rest is history! Submitted by Geoff Morgan
MORE DETAILS ABOUT SPANISH CLASSES ‘Beginners’ level: The aim is to help give confidence in dealing with a range of basic, everyday language situations, rather like those covered in travel phrasebooks. We also follow an entertaining short story, which begins in cartoon-strip format and then moves steadily on, hopefully matching our own rate of progress. ‘More advanced’ level: Here we revise and maximise our prior knowledge and handle more complex situations, including specific vocabulary of (for example) banking, health, dealing with local authorities and maintenance of both home and vehicle. More general key elements are talking about past activities, future plans, including other matters and people than ourselves, communicating effectively, plus slowly but surely mastering the different verb forms. We also follow an enjoyable series of short, graded, detective stories, ranging from postelementary to advanced level. At both levels, everyone is most welcome to suggest further topics and provide their own input. Such as favourite places, including restaurants, to visit! There is no obligation to attend every week, although it does of course help with continuity. Martin Holmes 952 892 163
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BENAVISTA BOWLS CLUB
It is with some sadness that due to circumstances whereby the Benavista Bowls Club and the Green Bar are now not operating fully to accommodate our social requirements, it has been decided to suspend the Monday bowls for the foreseeable future.
I have been lead to understand that the bowls complex is likely to go on the market for sale. Our only hope is that when sold it will again be available to us. Unfortunately the next nearest club is situated in Elvira, some further distance away. Should circumstances change I will inform the ICE Club committee. The photo was taken some years ago on the retirement of Reg as bowls organiser and his return to the UK. Submitted by Terry Smith
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BISCUITS FOR DOGGIES No colouring, easy to make, so much cheaper and healthier than the bought ones: 1 bag of plain flour, white or wholemeal 2 heaped Tbsp of gravy granules 3/4 cup of sunflower oil 1 cup of water Put 3/4 of flour into a large bowl add gravy granules and mix well in Make a well and add the oil and the water Mix with a spoon first then knead to a pliable dough. (You might need some more flour or water). The quickest way I do it, is to take a handful and roll into a long thin sausage, flatten with a fork and then cut into small squares. Bake for 15 - 20 Minutes. 180 deg C Submitted by Wilma Keeley
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Anglican Church of Costa del Sol West SAN PEDRO at 10-00am Every Sunday we hold an Anglican Service of Holy Communion in the Hall adjoining the Parroquia Virgen del Rocio (near McDonalds). SOTOGRANDE at 12-00pm Every 2nd and 4th Sunday we hold an Anglican Service of Holy Communion in La Iglesia Sra.de la Merced, the ‘Big Church’. 1st and 3rd Sundays are Methodist Worship services. You will receive a very warm welcome at our Churches, and children are particularly encouraged to join in the Sunday school fun activities. We hold a Messy Church at Marlow’s Fish and Chip restaurant at the Eroski roundabout in Duquesa on the first Saturday of each month, between 11-00am and 1-00pm. This is well attended by children, who enjoy the various activities, and also parents and adults who come along to give their support. We conduct Wedding Blessings, Baptisms, Funeral services, and undertake pastoral care visits to the sick or needy. Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11-00am, at the Café American Bistro at the eastern end of the Paseo near the children’s play area. Our Chaplain is Adrian Low, so do come and meet him together with his wife Joanna at any of these events. For further details about us, please contact Adrian on 952 808 605 or Church Wardens: San Pedro Church - Patricia Gommersall (an ICE member) 620 149 215 patricia.g2515@hotmail.co.uk Sotogrande Church - Geoff Fabron (an ICE Member) +44 7786244607 geoff.fabron@hotmail.co.uk Visit our website for even more information: www.costachurch.com 26
TIPS—Using chemistry around the house If you come across old batteries, test whether they’re dead by dropping them. If they are used up, they’ll bounce – as batteries contain a zinc and potassium hydroxide gel that turns ceramic as batteries discharge, and ceramics bounce, unlike gels. To clean silver jewellery, put it in a cup of hot water and add a tablespoon of bicarbonate of soda and a few strips of aluminium foil. The aluminium reacts with the black tarnish to create aluminium sulfide, turning it back to silver, while the bicarb prevents the aluminium from reacting with the silver.
You can descale a kettle by filling it with one-part vinegar to two-parts water, boiling it, and then rinsing it once it’s cooled. Limescale is mostly calcium carbonate, so when it reacts with vinegar (acetic acid) it produces calcium acetate, which is soluble. Sprinkling chilli powder over bird food will stop other animals stealing it. Rodents and other mammals are sensitive to the capsaicin in chilli which is what makes it spicy but it has no effect on birds. Submitted by Freddie Thomas
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SAFETY NOTICES These are the new rules that the Committee have put into place to keep you all safe, it is everybody's responsibility to adhere to them, anybody refusing to keep to the rules will unfortunately be asked to leave: Capacity allowed is 75% using 25% of the tables indoors, 100% in toldos area but a distance of 1.5 metres to be kept between tables. Anti bacterial gel to be used when you enter the Club which is provided at every entrance. People must wear masks at all times apart from when sitting at a table. Tables and chairs to be cleaned after every occupancy by the people vacating chair or table, cleaning materials provided at cleaning stations. Only 1 person at a time in all of the toilets, locks have been fitted on the outer doors. Toilets, door handles and light switches to be cleaned by anyone using the toilets. Cleaning materials provided or if you feel safer clean them before use as well. No cushions to be used and when required, single use tablecloths only. Lunches will now be served at your table. Bar to be used for ordering & collecting of drinks only, no standing or sitting at the bar. If you use the Computer, wipe everything down with wipes provided. Books & puzzles may be taken but on return or touched must be put into the box provided to quarantine for 14 days. Lift to be used by 1 person at a time unless of the same household. If you have returned to Spain from another country please refrain from coming to the Club for 14 days. 28
Long ago the invisible man married an invisible woman. The kids were nothing to look at either. I didn't think the chiropractor would improve my posture. But I stand corrected I took my new girlfriend to the ice rink on our first date. They were having a half price promotion. She called me a cheap skate. Recent studies show that cows produce more milk when the farmer talks to them. It's a case of in one ear and out the udder. I used to date a girl with one leg who worked at a brewery. She was in charge of the hops. I just divorced my cross-eyed wife. I found out that she was seeing someone on the side. A raven has 17 rigid feathers called pinions, while a crow has only 16. Imagine that! The difference between a raven and a crow is just a matter of a pinion!
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SOLUTIONS CODEWORD SOLUTION Typhoon Rips Through Cemetery; Hundreds Dead In a *Restaurant window* : "Don't stand there and be hungry; come on in and get fed up.” I've always wondered if chickens communicated using foul language. Maybe when they're really egg cited.
Man Struck By Lightning: Faces Battery Charge
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My wife claims I'm the cheapest person she's ever met. I'm not buying it. SUDOKU SOLUTION The Friendly British Hair Salon Unisex Peluqueria For Every Day & Those Special Occasions 952 805 485 Ask For THERESA We are offering a promotion on Blow-dries, Shampoo and Sets for 12 Euros. Tuesday to Friday OAP days are Tuesday to Friday We are closed on Mondays Estepona Port Opposite Club Nautico 31
CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT
Sheila Fox
671 232 906
951 900 745
SECRETARY
Margaret Whittley
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TREASURER
Ted Lunniss
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CATERING MANAGER
Wilma Keeley
679 138 952
BAR MANAGER
Ian Horwood
602 291 855
MEMBER WELFARE
Diane Hackett
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952 893 965
MEMBER (Estepona)
Julie Wood
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952 913 174
MEMBER HOUSEKEEPING
Brenda Taylor
628 523 444
952 805 739
MEMBER
Alan Lucas
711 055 728
951 515 220
MEMBER ASST. TREASURER
Daniel Hackston
LOCAL KEY HOLDER
Nigel Nevshehir
689 457 410
MAGAZINE EDITOR
Betty Fooks
663 572 492
AUDITOR
Doug Mitchell
667 998 800
952 897 977
MAINTENANCE MANAGER
Doug Mitchell
667 998 800
952 897 977
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY
Sally Holloway
678 897 275
952 808 992
VICE-PRESIDENT
951 577 050
(+44) 7735 977308 NON COMMITTEE POSTS 952 791 449
ASST. BAR MANAGER
HOSTESS Introduce new members Maureen Winckle
952 791 812
ADVERTISEMENT MANAGER
Rachel Lucas
711 073 363
951 515 220
PRESS OFFICER
Rachel Lucas
711 073 363
951 515 220
WEBMASTER
Vic Loughran
(+44) 7867 751980 952 886 772
MAGAZINE ADVERTISING RATES Adverts presented in desired layout, will be included on our web site with links to your site. Classified Ads: Members Only, Free Quarter page Black & White 7€ per edition Colour 8€ per edition Half page 13€ per edition 15€ per edition Full page 26€ per edition 30€ per edition Discounts:- 6 editions 10% 10 editions 20%. There will be 10 editions per calendar year August & September combined - December & January Combined Advertising fees to be prepaid before the 15th of the month. Copy to be emailed to editor@theiceclub.es before 15th of any month, for inclusion in the following issue INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing I.C.E. Clubhouse, Urbanisation Bahia Dorada, Entrada 5, at Km. 149, A7, Estepona 29693 Málaga Telephone 952 802 549 www.theiceclub.es Email: info@theiceclub.es PLEASE TELL ADVERTISERS YOU SAW THEIR ADVERT IN ICE MAGAZINE 32
CLUB INFORMATION MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL Renewing your annual club membership can be done by bank transfer: Banco Sabadell IBAN ES98 0081 0535 8800 0131 1734 BIC CODE BSASESBB Please advise TED LUNNISS, the club Treasurer by email if you have sent a payment by bank transfer, stating your name and membership number if possible.Ted_lunniss@hotmail.co.uk Tel: 691 392 156 IMPORTANT Transfers from UK banks are now charged at 18€ by our Spanish bank. Please include this extra amount if you need to send money to us from any UK bank. COACH TRIPS See trip information for times. Please ensure that you sit in the seat numbered on your ticket. We regret that we cannot stop at any other point unless agreed with the organiser, to pick up or put down. The organiser reserves the right to refuse to include any member they feel is not sufficiently ablebodied to follow the itinerary. Members are responsible for their own travel insurance. BUYING YOUR TICKET Please produce your membership card together with the correct money. Have prepared your choice of the menu if applicable. Final ticket booking: All tickets must be booked and paid for on or before the last Thursday coffee morning before the event. Late phone bookings cannot be accepted. Members are advised to attend the last Thursday before a trip in case there are any last-minute alterations. REFUNDS Cannot be given for tickets, unless the organiser is notified in time, and providing the trip is full and a replacement can be found from the waiting list. Tickets are not transferable to other members without the authorisation of the organiser. TIPS Are included in the cost of coach travel and restaurants, but not for hotels. DRINKS POLICY All drinks, whether alcoholic or otherwise, to be consumed on the Club premises shall be purchased from the Club bar. WELFARE Members are requested to notify welfare officer,OF Diane Hackett, if they know of any member IMPORTANT: TELL THEourBAR STAFF ANY BROKEN GLASS who is ill. Tel 626 080 829/ 952 893 965 Email: dianehackett22@gmail.com AND THEY WILL DISPOSE OF IT. ALL ORGANISERS PLEASE NOTE – BEFORE LEAVING THE CLUB The clubhouse furniture must be sanitized and left as set for a Thursday meeting, switch off lights, fans and air conditioners, set building alarm and lock doors. When using the general fob for the alarm it is imperative to return it to the correct place.
DOGS Are not allowed inside the clubhouse. They are permitted on the lower terrace but only when they are under the owner’s control by being attached to a lead which is held by the owner or attached to one of the hooks on the wall which are provided for that purpose. SMOKING The smoking of tobacco, electronic cigarettes or any other substance is not permitted anywhere in or on the Club premises. PARKING When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never on yellow lines. Please DO NOT PARK in the car parking space in front of next door’s apartment. Although it is not officially for their sole use it is better for peaceful relations not to park there. 33
ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group
Steve Carter
Art Class
Ronnie Lilley
696 259 644
951 277 240
Bowls
Terry Smith
677 656 319
951 276 690
Bridge
Tim & Nine Taminiau
672 712 927
951 277 113
Bums & Tums
Rachel Lucas
711 073 363
951 515 220
Canasta
Nigel Nevshehir
689 457 410
952 791 449
Drama Group
Margaret Hall
634 273 194
Film Night
Sue Potter
686 107 835
952 636 627
Garden Club
Alan Lucas
711 055 728
951 515 220
Golf
Peter Henry
693 105 180
951 273 949
Stephen McMurtry
608 854 505
History
Geoff Fabron
+44 7786244607
951 517 014
Krafty Club
Julie Wood
639 542 387
952 913 174
Bea Sykes
677 654 479
951 972 724
Ladies Lunch
Julie Wood
639 542 387
952 913 174
Mahjong
Lin Ingram
952 118 037
Petanca
Wilma Keeley
Quiz Night
Sheila Fox
679 138 952 671 232 906
951 577 050 951 900 745
Rambling
Sue Potter
686 107 835
952 636 627
Songs of Praise
Martin Holmes
652 272 142
952 892 163
Spanish Lessons
Martin Holmes
652 272 142
952 892 163
Scrabble
Wilma Keeley
679 138 952
951 577 050
952 800 875
CLUB ORGANISERS Club Calendar
Sheila Fox
671 232 906
951 900 745
Sue Potter
686 107 835
952 636 627
Library
Peter Galloway
Lift Controller
Terry Smith
677 656 319
951 276 690
Lottery
Dave Hackett
636 326 599
952 893 965
Posters & tickets
Vic Loughran
Security Keys
Rob Potter
671 725 243
952 636 627
Ticket Sales
Maggie Whittley
603 846 698
951 972 577
Jackie Simmonds
652 798 107
952 797 921
Fran Horwood
602 291 855
(+44) 7703037357
Cindy Holmes Julie Wood
628 860 093 639 542 387
952 892 163 952 913 174
Videos Wake Organiser
952 794 270
952 886 772
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952 219 004 952 211 797 954 293 200 952 227 886 952 363 591 952 475 108 912 106 910 952 667 955 952 604 383 952 217 266 952 352 300 952 474 891
MORE HELP 952 113 467 650 163 928
Casares Estepona
TOURIST OFFICES 952 894 056 952 802 002
Alcoholics Anonymous 600 379 110
Sabinillas
952 890 029
Citizens Advice Spain
952 797 821
San Roque
956 694 005
Diabetics Support Narcotics Support
952 464 184 902 114 147
Marbella Gibraltar
952 771 442 +350 200 749 50
Adana Age Concern
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