The Directory Axarquia August 2014 Issue 15

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August 2014 / Issue 15

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A- Z of Businesses Places to Eat and Drink Real Estate Guide Advertisers Offers Inside Music Scene with Midnight Mechanics Sports News

Around Lake Viñuela Pages 40-41

Dear Readers and Supporters, We are into the hottest month now; Malaga Feria is on from the 16th to the 23rd August and is well worth the visit.

Remember it is not only the Feria ground but all through the city too.

Check www.malagaturismo.com for full details.

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We talked about the increase last month to the property sales and visitors within this area, and it is still on an upward trend. This is encouraging news for all of us living here and the area continues to develop.

A-Z Business Directory & Articles

The number of international buyers in Southern Spain has increased for the last twelve consecutive quarters. The annual growth in foreign buyers in the Málaga province shot up 25.4% in Q3 2013, the highest rise recorded across Spain, and speculation is that, particularly in Málaga province, we could reach record highs during this year.

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Enjoy this month’s edition - make sure you try some new places, new music events (see the music scene section to find out who is playing and where) and please let them know where you heard about them!

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Cocktail of the Month

28-30 Real Estate Guide Herb of the Month

44-45 Music Scene & Gig Guide 43

Kids Zone

What´s On and more ... !

Contributors: Thank you to all the contributors this month, helping to make The Directory an interesting read. This month a big thank you to Steve Godfrey & Vicki at Centro Guadalinfo La Viñuela for Viñuela photo contributions the directory

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ACCOUNTANTS

ACUPUNCTURE

ACTIVITIES

ALARM SYSTEMS

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AIR CONDITIONING

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ARTIST (ORIGINAL PAINTINGS)

AWNINGS

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BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION

Water Deposits & Tanks: - as they are sometimes called - are a vital part of managing your water requirements in your home. Here in Andalusia the mains water supply can often be cut for several days or were the water pressure can fall to a trickle.

Water tank application parameters include the general design of the tank, its materials of construction, as well as the following: Location of the water tank (above ground vs. below ground) Volume of water the tank will need to hold What the water will be used for (drinking vs. irrigation) Temperature of area where water will be stored Pressure requirements (domestic pressure range 35-60 PSI) Methods by which water is delivered into and extracted from the water tank Design considerations allowing water tanks to survive seismic movement and natural land movement Back flow prevention Chemical injection for bacteria and virus controls

As water tanks are essential for living in the countryside in Spain, it’s important that they are installed correctly. Contact LT Construction and talk to us when considering a new tank or upgrading your existing system.

Lee Talbot Construction All building needs catered for, including: Retaining walls Patios and Driveways Swimming pool leaks and repairs Water deposits and Pumps Septic tanks Planning applications processed Call today for your free consultation Lee Talbot 659324586 info@ltconstruction.es www.ltconstruction.es The DIRECTORY

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CABINET MAKER

COMPUTER SUPPLIES

CANCER CARE (CUDECA)

DENTIST

CHIROPODIST

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GARDEN CENTRE

HAIRDRESSERS

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EVENTS (PARTIES / WEDDINGS)

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HOME FURNISHINGS

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INSURANCE

INTERNET SERVICES

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Calle de JaĂŠn 4, Edif Canario Bajo 3,Nerja Tel: 952 528 226 Email: info@marrelosolutions.com Web: www.marrelosolutions.com SEE OUR MAIN ADVERT ON THE BACK COVER

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MARKETING

MECHANICS

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PLACES TO EAT AND DRINK

MUSIC VENUES/NIGHTCLUBS

PHOTOGRAPHY

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THIS MONTHS COCKTAIL The Glorious Twelfth

To mark the start of this famous day in the English Country Calender I thought this little number should go off with a bang.

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60 ml vodka 15 ml sherry 15 ml Licor 43 1 pinch of salt Stuffed olives to garnish

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Pre-chill a cocktail glass by placing it into the freezer for 5 minutes.

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Place all of the ingredients,

except for the garnish, into a

cocktail shaker filled with ice.

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Vigorously shake the mixture

for 35 seconds and then strain

into the chilled cocktail glass.

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Garnish the drink with the olives and then serve immediately

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REAL ESTATE GUIDE The Catastro The Catastro is a comprehensive register of all land and real estate in the whole of Spain.

It contains details of the number and location of all plots of land, the boundaries, the position of the house and pool (if applicable), the class of the land, the area of the land in m² and the name(s) of the owner(s).

The Land Registry The Catastro is different from the Land Registry where your land and property are registered when you buy – an extract from the Land Registry appears in your Escritura - it is called the Nota Simple. Surprisingly (or not!) information held by these two departments can often be different. Even if your property is registered correctly at the Land Registry, it might not be correctly registered in the Catastro.

Problems with the Catastro Often described as the ‘other Land Registry’, the information held in the Catastro is frequently inaccurate. The boundaries and location of your land may be specified correctly, but your personal details might not be correctly registered. Or, your land might be shown completely incorrectly. Or, your house might be registered in your name, but the land registered in another name, sometimes that of the previous owner.

Even if you used the services of a lawyer when you bought your house and the extract from the Land Registry (the Nota Simple) in your Escritura is correct, the details entered in the Catastro can still be wrong.

If the information held by the Catastro is incorrect, this can delay a sale, particularly if the buyer requires a mortgage.

How to Resolve Problems with the Catastro The Catastro can easily be amended by having a topographic survey of your land undertaken.

This entails the services of a surveyor who will walk the boundaries of your land with you and plot them accurately using GPS technology. He or she will then draw up comprehensive plans of your house and your pool (if applicable) and submit these details to the Catastro office along with your Escritura and your correct personal details.

The Catastro will then be updated with the right information. This whole process can take some considerable time so it is advisable to have the relevant checks made without delay so as not to hinder the sale of your property.

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SUNSET PROPERTIES SPAIN

Tel: 618 295 063 / 951 067 711 Website: www.sunsetproperties-spain.com At Sunset Properties Spain we offer a friendly, reliable, professional and proactive service covering the whole of the Axarquía region. Our website is easy to use and always up to date and our property descriptions are comprehensive. Our ethos is all about customer service, for sellers as well as buyers. If you market your property with us we won’t forget you after the first few months!

BLUEWATER VILLAS

Calle Granada 49, 29780 Nerja.

Tel: 952 52 73 62 / Mob: 651 33 85 45 Website: www.bluewatergroup.es Bluewater Villas would be delighted to offer your property for sale, offering 2.5% for sole agency. We also offer holiday and long term rental properties. Please pop in and see how we can assist with your requirements.

COMPETA PROPERTIES S.L.

Avenida Sayalonga 24b, Competa Tel 952 516 107 Avenida Constitucion 37B, Competa Tel 952 553 589 Plz de la Constitucion 4, Bajo, Torrox Pueblo Tel 952 538 337

Website: www.competaproperties.com Competa Properties S.L. have three offices and a team of dedicated, multinational staff to help you sell, purchase, rent or maintain your property. We offer our depth of experience and the knowledge that you will always come first with us.

MARRELOS REAL ESTATE

Calle Jaen 4, 29780 Nerja.

Tel: 952 528 226 Website: www.marrelosrealestate.com Marrelos Real Estate have 25 years experience selling property in Nerja and the surrounding area. With in house legal representation, Marrelos Real Estate is the right agent in the right place! We need your property NOW! clients arriving to buy this spring.

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REAL ESTATE GUIDE SERGIO FERNÁNDEZ PROPERTIES

Avda. Constitución, 24-B, 29754 Cómpeta Tel: (0034) 952 516 753 / 676 512 206 Website: www.sergiofernandezproperties.com Can’t find the perfect property? Contact us today and we will find it!

Can’t sell the perfect property? Contact us and we will sell it! Everything you need for your property: buying, selling, maintaining or designing. Contact us today. A fresh new approach, years of experience!

SPANISH MANAGEMENT

Calle Pizzaras 40 Vinuela (next to the Farmacia) Tel: (0034) 666 135 516 or (0034)650 702 258 Website: www.spanishmanagement.com

Spanish Management is a friendly, focused business with many years experience, offering a complete property service of sales/rentals(always over 200 properties on the books!) and personalised management services. In partnership with a building and plumbing company who will be delighted to quote you for any job, big or small. Visit the offices in Vinuela and be assured of a warm welcome! English and Spanish spoken.

SUNSET-ANDALUCIA

Tel: 619 377 474 / 686 722 349 Website: www.sunset-andalucia.com Sunset-Andalucia Email: info@sunset-andalucia.com

Your property finder for Rentals Coast or inland. Sales -We will find your dream home!

Vacations, short or long term stays. Paperwork - all kinds, translations, funeral arrangements, assistance with appointments, visits at the doctors office/hospital. Any problem you might have-big or small-let us solve it for you. Danish, Spanish, English spoken.

TAURUS REAL ESTATE Avda. de la Constitucion, 31. Competa Tel: 952 535 043 / 952 516 633 Website: www.taurusrealestate.com Taurus Real Estate are a friendly, high quality estate agents covering Competa and surrounding areas. An independent English estate agent with a wealth of knowledge and experience of the local areas & customs. Join us and turn your property dreams into reality.

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VILLASOLUTIONS El Cruce de Puente don Manuel, Alcaucín Tel: +34 696 522 171 +44 (020) 3289 8626 Website: www.villasolutions.net Villasolutions has been selling property on the Costa del Sol in Spain since 2002.

They have villas and apartments to suit all budgets and the experience to help you buy or sell without any hassle.

RADIO STATION

SECOND HAND STORES

SPANISH LESSONS

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SUPERMARKETS

SWIMMING POOLS

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WEDDINGS (EVENTS / PARTIES) NERJA BODAS & EVENTS last month opened a shop in Calle Granada, No.49, Nerja. Experts in organising parties, communions, weddings etc.. visit them to talk about your special occasion.

Sometimes its not all about the big lavish events, how about making a night out even more fun hiring a stretched limo or vintage car.

Maybe you have a special anniversary coming up what a fabulous surprise it would be for your loved one to be collected in style. Or off to your prom or just a visit down the coast to Marbella or Puerto Banus, what better way to arrive in true celebrity style !

You can hire one of our limousines from 30 minutes to however many hours you need.

Whatever the occasion, whatever the event..... travel in style, with complementary champagne. For a very special night out on the town! Fully licenced & insured.

NERJA BODAS & EVENTS have a

range of stretch limousines to suit all budgets. Ford Lincoln – 9 pax, Chrysler 300c – 10 pax, Hummer H2, 16 pax.

When you book Nerja Bodas & Events to arrange your your next wedding, corporate or formal event we will make sure that you’ll be treated like royalty with our ‘touch of Hollywood’ treatment.

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You will be our star for the day and we go out of our way to ensure that you enjoy every moment to the max.

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WELLBEING

WELLBEING How Healthy Is Your Diet?

A good daily diet should include the 6 main components, protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals and water. There are many weight loss diets, low- fat ones, low carb, low calories being the main ones, but if your body isn’t getting the correct intake in the correct balance, then initial weight loss will occur, but either stop, or after stopping the diet, the weight comes back on (and more) and you run a high risk of becoming nutritionally deficient.

For long term healthy weight loss it’s essential to understand the body consists of bones, fat and muscle (and a few other elements) and therefore to understand how food reacts once in the body is vital in order to make good choices daily.

Many diets control calories only, so people tend to cut protein as they are high in calories, and increase elsewhere, but as protein is not stored, neither are the calories. Also by cutting protein you get rid of the muscle growing ability, which removes your fat burning capacity. So the scales look lighter, but what are you losing? A combination of fat and mainly muscle. Losing the muscle means your metabolism will slow down so you retain fat and will plateau at some stage.

Use the scales but measurements are far more important.

A balanced breakfast is the best thing to kick start your metabolism. Cereal toast, porridge are mainly carbs hence sugar - the body needs protein, vitamins and minerals and water, and few carbs. Eating those carb foods will increase your sugar levels and as the levels are bought down, you will be left craving more carbs - your day will be like this all day. Start with nothing and the opposite happens, sugar levels crash and you grab the first thing, setting you off on peaks and troughs all day too, all the while storing fat!

How healthy is your daily intake? Contact Mei Flynn for a FREE wellness evaluation and nutritional advice to help you achieve weight loss and/or wellness goals and give your body the best nutrition – it’s the house you live in so take care of it!!

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HERB OF THE MONTH CALENDULA / MARIGOLD: Calendula

species have been used traditionally as culinary and medicinal herbs. The petals are edible and can be used fresh in salads or dried and used to colour cheese or as a replacement for saffron. Romans and Greeks used the golden calendula in many rituals and ceremonies, sometimes wearing crowns or garlands made from the flowers. One of its nicknames is “Mary’s Gold,” referring to the flowers’ use in early Catholic events in some countries.

Calendula flowers are sacred flowers in India and have been used to decorate the statues of Hindu deities since early times.

Calendula oil is still used medicinally as an anti-inflammatory and a remedy for healing wounds. Studies have suggested that Calendula extracts have antiviral, antigen toxic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Calendula in tincture is used topically for treating acne, reducing inflammation, controlling bleeding, and soothing irritated tissue (sun burn) psoriasis or dermatitis.

Calendula is being used specially for babies skin.

Calendula has been used traditionally for abdominal cramps, gastric and duodenal ulcers or infections. A study reported in the 2009 issue of Phytotherapy Research found that calendula was one of the most effective herbs for inhibiting the growth of Campylobacter jejuni, a common bacterial cause of severe diarrhoea in children.

Some more recent studies showed that Calendula might be even used against cancer soon: Calendula shows some potential for fighting cancer. A study published in the 2006 issue of BMC Cancer found that an extract of

calendula killed cancerous melanoma cells and stimulated lymphocytes, the white blood cells of the immune system.

Another 2006 study, published in the Journal of Natural Products, found that two triterpene glycosides in calendula flowers had a toxic effect against colon cancer, leukaemia and melanoma.

In Rincón Natural we offer the oil, tincture, dried flowers and different cosmetics created on the base of Calendula flowers.

recipe BY tINA Lemon Syrup Drink 2 cups of lemon juice 2 cups of water 1 cup of sugar Melt sugar in water and add lemon juice. chill and dilute to serve over ice.

Tina is happy to help with your cooking dilemmas and is also available for parties etc . She does cooking for holidaymakers and clients. Recently donating a meal cooked in your own home to a local charity. Call Tina on 666 135 516 or Email officespanishmanagement@yahoo. co.uk

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Godfrey Aerial view of lake taken by Steve

Around Lake Viñuela Drive up from VelezMalaga on the A356 and as you turn right at the A402 signposted Periana be prepared for the spectacular view of lake Viñuela.

This whole area has breath taking views as it is dominated by the landscape of La Maroma, which belongs to the mountain range known as Sierra de Tejeda.

made reservoir that provides much-needed water for the surrounding area and holds 170 million cubic metres of water.

La Viñuela reservoir is the largest in capacity in the province of Málaga and one of the main tourist resources in the region.

The surrounding village of La Viñuela was established in the eighteenth century, and due to it always being an area which was a rich Lake Vinuela is named source of natural water, it after the nearby small Andalucian white village of was one of the first places of human settlement, which La Viñuela. goes back as far as The Lake Viñuela is a manStone Ages.

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There are plenty of places to visit whilst you are in this area. To stay, eat, enjoy live entertainment Hotel Vinuela, Las Orquideas, Las Mayorales, Villa del Lago. In Puente don Manuel there is Moreno´s Cafe bar that always has a lot going on . Whilst you are in the area, book yourself in for a pamper at Susanas or Rumours Hair Salon or Louises Beauty where they also have a boutique with great clothing and accessories. If you are thinking of moving to this area, call into Spanish Management or Villasolutions who have a wealth of experience of this area for buying, selling and renting properties and visit V-P Asesores for tax and accounting servcies. There are plenty of businesses in this area, to name a few there is The Little Farm shop for fresh fruit and vegetables and homemade produce, A secondhand shop in Viñuela village called Carousel. or if you need home improvements call in to Casa Veronica or Manz Windows and Doors.

Many other businesses support this area. and you can find out more from their advertisements in this months issue.

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There are several key areas around the Lake itself, notably Puente don Manuel which has become an extremely popular area for ex-pats.

Over the years there have been a variety of urbanisations built and because of its close proximity to the village of Viñuela, it offers an ideal countryside spot but within very close proximity to all the local amenities.

Located at the north of the lake on the river Guaro which provides Viñuela

Puente don Manuel

traces of the Moorish occupancy. The lush land and fabulous climate provide the perfect conditions for the lemon and orange groves and cultivation of many other fruit trees. The natural beauty and abundance of fresh products in this area sculpt the beauty and the landscape.

As you go around the lake you will pass a number of delightful villages including Canillas de Aceituno, Alcaucin, Periana, and Riogordo.

As always Feria´s form an important part of life and Alcaucin have theirs on 5-7th August. Periana Feria Aerial view of lake and Hotel Viñuela taken by Steve Godfrey starts 19th August A big fiesta for La Viñuela is actually next month - La reservoir with its water is the village of Fiesta de la Pasa on September 13 Periana. The main historical story for 14th and this is a festival that worships Periana is the damage it suffered in a the muscatel raisin. terrible earthquake of 1884.

Like Viñuela, because of its constant source of natural water, there is much evidence of very early settlements, back and before the Bronze Age. With many

So if you have visitors staying with you or just fancy finding somewhere new to go, there is plenty to see and do in this fabulous area.

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Your Attitude to Success Welcome to the first of a new 6 part series to help you ‘Start Being More Successful’. Each month I will discuss a vital topic that impacts your ability to succeed and provide a little practical exercise to challenge you.

PART 1

Let’s start by discussing your ‘Success Attitude’.

An ‘ATTITUDE’ is the way you think and feel about someone or something. We usually adopt an attitude to something or someone only after making a judgement.

It is this judgement that creates either a positive or negative attitude and dictates whether it works for you or against you. Your attitudes can become useful resources for success or success inhibitors that get in your way.

So what are your attitudes to success? Grab a pen and paper now and do the following quick exercise – do it now!

Exercise - Test your attitude to success: 1.

Remember a time when you saw someone who was very successful, or heard

someone telling you about their successes.

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What did you think about what they were saying?

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How did you feel towards the other person?

These thoughts and feelings will determine your ‘SUCCESS ATTITUDE’.

Now write down on your paper in one or two sentences your ‘SUCCESS ATTITUDE’.

If you do not have a positive ‘success attitude’ you are unlikely to achieve the success you want. Change your attitude now by choosing to change how you think and feel about success and successful people!

This one thing may be the difference that makes the difference in bringing the success you want into your life!

In part 2 we will explore your success beliefs.

I am always interested in your views so let me know how this article has affected your thinking.

Les Meehan is a ‘Success Behaviour’ coach and trainer to MNC’s, SME’s and

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GIG GUIDE & MUSIC

MUSIC SCENE Midnight Mechanics is a 3 piece rock

band based in Nerja and consists of Guitar/ Vocalist Lee Townsend, Gaz Townsend on Bass Guitar and Vocals and Torrox drummer, Hector Lopez. The band was formed at the end of 2011 when Lee and Gary’s previous endeavour with “Not To Fall” had disbanded. They decided to recruit Hector as they’d seen him play before in various bands in the area.

The band began gigging on the local scene, both in bars and at private events, working hard to build their reputation as one of the best live bands in the area. They play a mixture of covers from artists such as Dire Straits, Pink Floyd, Elvis Costello and Roy Orbison right through to more modern material such as Kaiser Chiefs, Kings of Leon and Muse. Midnight Mechanics have 2 strong vocalists in Lee and Gary and one of the most versatile drummers on the coast in Hector, making them the ideal outfit to

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perform at any party, whether it be weddings, birthdays, corporate events or even just a Friday or Saturday night in a bar.

Demo videos, booking information, gig dates and more can be found through the band’s social network pages and on their Website: www.midnight-mechanics.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ midnight.mechanics Twitter: www.twitter.com/ mechanicsband YouTube: www.youtube.com/ mechanicsband

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gig guide Mel´s Music Monthly Where to go for Music: If you are visiting Nerja and the area for the first time this year, you would probably like to catch some of the great music talent that there is locally, so this month I will set out a few ideas and where could be worthwhile.

Naturally,if you are staying in a hotel,they do provide music entertainment which is to a high standard.

On those nights that you don’t fancy what´s on offer, then try some Bars where live music is available. El Varadero on Nerjas´ Playazo beach has live music on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays which are at times which are very agreeable either in the afternoon or early evening. For the late nighter, try Rio´s in Tuttu fruitti in Nerja´s main town where from 10 in the evening there is a great selection of live music every Thurs, Friday & Sunday. In Torrox, the best place for live music is to go to Racing Club Axarquia which on Saturday and Sunday from 7 till 10 have great guest bands from around the region. In Frigiliana, every Tuesday evening during the Summer the restaurant Sal y Pimienta have Live Music from 9 till 12. I hope these few hints will help you enjoy you holiday even more and that you will find the taste in music you like Take a look below to see more about What´ On and where in August.

MONDAYS: LIVE MUSIC at PizPaz, Torrox Costa SATURDAYS at Las Mayorales. near Periana 2nd Ela Fernandez THURSDAYS: at Rios Dance Club, Nerja 9th Flashback 7th Flying Dolphins 16th Bonus Track 14th & 28th Lee Townsend 23rd Kassia 21st Alan Miles 30th Los Electroduendes FRIDAYS: at Rio Dance Club Nerja & Morenos in Puente don Manuel & Hotel La Viñuela 1st, 22nd & 29th Flying Dolphins at Rios 8th Moneymakers at Rios 8th Zimmerz at Morenos 15th Midnight Mechanics at Rios 22nd Chicago Jim Trio at Morenos 22nd The Coastline Dixielander at Hotel La Viñuela 29th Craig Newhouse at Morenos

SATURDAYS Jazz nights at Hotel La Viñuela 2nd Flamenco Evening 9th Electrik Up 16th Flamenco Evening FRIDAY 22nd The Coastline Dixielander

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WHAT´S ON

what´s WHAT´S on ON 41CLUB NERJA: Our Club welcomes former Round Tablers from around the world living in Andalucía east of the city of Málaga . We meet twice a every month except July and August. On the first Thursday of the month we have our MUNCH BUNCH where we visit different restaurants at lunch time with our ladies to sample the Menu del Día and on the third Thursday of the month is our “normal” 41 meeting.

Contact Ragnar Sandsten.

Tel: 633 963 191 Email Address: 41@41clubnerja.org Website: www.41clubnerja.org

THE AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL CLUB is a social club serving from Almunecar to Torrox with a philanthropic focus raising funds for Spanish charities. Every year a significant donation is given to a local Spanish organization/s as a way of saying “thank you” to our host country. Last year the membership donated thousands of Euros, to a variety of Spanish ONG Charity Organizations. The club hosts monthly outings, bowling, walks, dinners, travel and informal coffee meetings. At “Resident’s Day” in Nerja later in the month, they will be generating charity funds by selling coffee, cake, sangria and hand-made crafts Even with all this work, our motto is: “If it isn’t fun, we don’t do it” www.americaninternationalclub.com TREE PLANTING PROJECT. The main activity of the PAZ Association is the awareness of the importance of nature in our lives, teaching values ​​ - through tree planting with informative workshops and motivation - as well as the development of the region. To find out more: Call 640 31 31 77 email: info@paz-park.com or visit website: www.paz-park.com 46

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LUX MUNDI ECUMENCIAL CENTRE Mobility Equipment Available: Wheelchairs, crutches, walkers and other mobility aid available on loan.

CHURCH SERVICES Saturday Catholic Mass. 18.00h summer.

Sunday Anglican Church of St. Barnabas (IERE).

11.00h. Morning Prayer AUGUST EXCURSION Friday 15th August - Come and join Lux Mundi, Torre Del Mar for ´The Spectacular Big Bang’ , in Almuñecar. The group will travel by coach to join in the festivities in honour of the Virgen de la Antigua (Virgin of the Old), which have been celebrated continuously since 1569.

During the week, different recreational and cultural activities have taken place which culminate on the night of August the 15th, when there is a procession, carrying the Virgin, starting from the Church of the Incarnation to the beach of San Cristobal, where many boats are waiting at sea to accompany the image to the Playa Puerta del Mar (the Sea Gate Beach).

There then follows a fantastic firework display, set to music, which accentuates the beauty of the San Miguel Castle and the Holy Rock.

Tickets prices Torre del Mar 15 Euros, proceeds for charity. Departs Viñuela 18.00pm, Torre Del Mar (Bus station)18.30pm, Caleta 18.45pm, Algarrobo (Lidle) 18.55pm.

For further information and bookings please call in or contact the Centres in Torre Del Mar Tel. 952 543 334 E-mail: luxmundi@ lux-mundi.org . Please note you are unable to make bookings through the web site www. luxmundi.org PLEASE NOTE THE FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST ONLY THE CENTRE WILL BE OPEN ON THE FRIDAY MORNINGS ONLY FROM 11.00H TO 13.00H FOR THE USUAL COFFEE MORNING, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF FRIDAY THE 15TH, WHICH IS A PUBLIC HOLIDAY. Lux Mundi Ecumencial Centre, Avda. Moscatel 1”I”, (Jardines Viña Malága/Antigua Casa de la Viña), Torre del Mar, 29740. Tel: 952 543 334 Please note you are unable to make bookings through the web site.

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TOGS (Torrox Golf Society) Would you like a game of friendly but competitive golf every Sunday morning?

TOGS (possibly the friendliest Society on the Costa) play every Sunday morning at Baviera and welcome new members, whether residents, frequent visitors or holiday makers. Our Society is made up of both male and female,various nationalities, and mixed abilities. For more information: Tel: 625 936 814 or Email our Captain George Clay torroxgolfsociety@gmail.com NERJA HISTORY GROUP, a group of enthusiastic amateurs who are interested in Spanish History.

Every month, a Talk and the following week, an excursion to a place of interest. Meetings each first Friday Oct-March, 11.30 am Cultural Centre, C/Granada, Nerja. 6€ min donation. Trip prices to be given at the meeting. Christina Sinclair, Coordinator Nerja History Group. Tel: 687 602 057 email: nerjahistorygroup@yahoo.com http://www.nerjahistorygroup.es/ The DIRECTORY In print, online, social media and on the move ... we´ve got it covered!

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BUSINESS MARKETING TIPS Why Your Business Needs a Website.

It’s 2014 and the internet revolution has arrived, settled in and decided to stay.

As much as you may want to, you can’t ignore it for much longer if you want your business to attract new customers.

A website will increase your business profile and brand awareness, particularly if coupled with a dedicated social media campaign.

When it comes to internet marketing, Spain is definitely behind many countries, but don’t use that as an excuse to not have an online presence – use it as a reason to have one.

When Spain does finally catch up, and it will, you will already have a head start over your competitors.

Websites allow you to reach people you wouldn’t ordinarily reach, breaking down geographical barriers and widening your audience base. A website is open 24 hours a day, meaning it has the potential to make you money whilst you sleep!

Websites provide flexibility. Do you have a special offer, a sale, guest performers, new products etc.? If so, promote it via your website – a fantastic way of keeping your customers informed of your latest company news.

The presence of a website instils credibility in your company & confidence in your customers, particularly if it contains an address, contact details, portfolio of work and testimonials, something which can ordinarily take years to earn.

Websites make fantastic online catalogues . You can show all your products online, which can not only drastically reduce your printing costs but it can be updated easily, daily if necessary, keeping your customer up to date with your products and services.

From personal experience… When we made the recent move to Spain we knew noone. No mechanics, restaurants, vets, doctors …no-one! Very similar to most ex-pats I suppose. So, what’s the first thing we did to find out about these vital services? LOOKED ONLINE. As you have probably guessed, this was a rather fruitless endeavour. We have since heard the same story from countless people. There is currently such an enormous gap in the market, so utilise the opportunity. We so often hear that business is done by word of mouth in Spain. It’s not what you know it’s who you know, but, if you don’t know anyone then this old adage is about as useful as a chocolate teapot!

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SPORT IN AUGUST

SPORT IN AUGUST PREMIER LEAGUE Saturday 16 August 2014 Man Utd v Swansea City 13.45 Leicester City v Everton 16.00 QPR v Hull City 16.00 Stoke City v Aston Villa 16.00 West Brom v Sunderland 16.00 West Ham v Tottenham Hotspur 16.00 Arsenal v Crystal Palace 18.30 Sunday 17 August 2014 Liverpool v Southampton 14.30 Newcastle Utd v Man City 17.00 Monday 18th August 2014 Burnley v Chelsea 21.00 Saturday 23 August 2014 Aston Villa v Newcastle Utd 13.45 Chelsea v Leicester City 16.00 Crystal Palace v West Ham Utd 16.00 Southampton v West Brom 16.00 Swansea City v Burnley 16.00 Everton v Arsenal 18.30

CRICKET 7-11 England v India, 4th Test, Old Trafford 13-16 England v India, Women’s Test, Wormsley 15-19 England v India, 5th Test, Oval 21, 23, 25 England v India, Women’s ODIs 25, 27, 30, 2, 5 Sept: England v India, ODIs 23rd Twenty20 finals day 25, 27, 30, 2, 5 Sept: England v India, ODIs CYCLING 23th August -14 Sept: Cycling: Tour of Spain GOLF 7-10 Golf: PGA Championship, Valhalla 14-17 Golf: LPGA Championship, New York FOOTBALL Charity Shield Sunday 10th Man City v Arsenal UEFA Super Cup Final Tuesday 12th

Sunday 24th August Hull City v Stoke City 14.30 Tottenham v QPR 14..30 Sunderland v Man Utd 17.00

FORMULA 1 22-24th Belgian Grand Prix Spa-Francorchamps

Monday 25th August 2014 Man City v Liverpool 21.00

MOTO GP 10th MotoGP: Indianapolis GP 17th MotoGP: Czech Republic GP, Brno 31th MotoGP: British GP, Silverstone

Saturday 30 August 2014 Burnley v Man Utd 13.45 Aston Villa v Hull City 16.00 Man City v Stoke City 16.00 Newcastle v C Palace 16.00 QPR v Sunderland 16.00 Swansea City v West Brom 16.00 West Ham v Southampton 16.00 Everton v Chelsea 18.30 Sunday 31st August 2014 Tottenham v Liverpool 14.30 Leicester v Arsenal 17.00 50

ATHLETICS 12-17th Athletics: European Championships, Zurich 21st Athletics: Diamond League, Stockholm 24th Athletics: Diamond League, Birmingham

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TENNIS 25th August -8 Sept US Open, New York RUGBY LEAGUE 23rd Challenge Cup final, Wembley

Sports News supplied by OLAS, Burriana Beach, Nerja.

Olas will show as many games as available . See OLAS main advert under Food and Drink in for more information.

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