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Friday 8th May 2015
RASCALS ENCORE
The Rascals group put on the classic song Chim Chim Cher-ee from Walt Disney’s Mary Poppins as part of their successful two nights of their latest show, Both Sides of the Pond. There were no dodgy Dick Van Dyke British-style chimney sweep accents as audiences enjoyed British and American favourites over two nights at the Los Montesinos music school. The big bonus was that two thousand euros was raised for Age Concern and the needy of Los Montesinos. There’s a chance to catch a further performance at Torrevieja’s Virgen del Carmen theatre on Tuesday May 26th from 7.30pm. Tickets at six euros each can be reserved by calling Sue on 966 784 874, or by using the theatre box office.
SHE’S IN FASHION
FAREWELL JACK
The congregation at Torrevieja’s International Christian Assembly gave a special send-off to their Senior Elder, 82year-old Jack Kirk, who is moving back to the UK. They were asked to come up with three words that best described Jack, and they were then put into a computer, which worked out the most popular words, which were then framed and presented to Jack, and presented to him by pastor Raphael Restrepo. Jack had a distinguished military career, serving in the Grenadier Guards as an 18year-old, before joining the Metropolitan Police, and then the Hertfordshire constabulary. After spending time, in the Salvation Army, he joined the Royal Astronomical Society in an administrative position, and he decided to move to Spain, after his wife died. “When I was serving in Egypt I loved the climate and when a neighbour told me about the possibility of a good life in Spain I decided it was for me, and so I moved to Torrevieja," said Jack. He then became one of the founders of the ICA working to build up the congregation to its sixty plus membership that it has today. "I have mixed feelings about leaving, as after all I have so many wonderful friends here, but I felt it wise to do so while I still have relatively good health and before I lose control of my independence," he added.
SPANGLING HAT TRICK
The Emerald Isle at La Florida on the Orihuela Costa put in just over 400 euros recently into the coffers of the Paul Cunningham Nurses Charity after hosting a charity fun day. The charity put on a fashion show, with all the models coming from their charity shops around the area.
BIGGER SPACE
Help at Home Costa Blanca´s new charity shop in the Playa Flamenca Commercial Centre officially its doors this week to many eager customers. Called The Charity Centre, the outlet is immediately next door to the old premises in Calle Niagara, and is double the size of the old unit which has allowed the charity to greatly extend is sales area. It’s also got extra space for mobility equipment available for hire and also an area where clients can speak to staff and helpers in comfort. Shop manager Eileen Evett said: "The old shop was so cramped it was difficult to display items property and it was difficult for customers to see what was for sale. We were delighted to see so many customers on our first day of opening on Monday, with a far larger display of clothing and other items.” Unwanted items are gratefully received at The Charity Centre between 10.30am and 2pm.
VITAL INFO
Losing a loved one is something that we will all sadly experience, and the stress involved with this can be greater in Spain, with the problems and expense, in addition to any language difficulties. The Chatters group of Help at Home Mar Menor will be discussing the matter at their next meeting on Wednesday May 20th at The Pasty Shack in the Mercadona Precinct in Los Alcazares. You will be able to enjoy a free tea or coffee and a light snack, as well as joining in a fun quiz and getting answers to those all important questions. The meeting starts at 10.30 am for 11.00 am.
The Spangles Ladies’ Harmony Chorus have become the Spanish Barbershop singing champions for the third successive time. They got their third crown in Benalmádena last month, to add to victories in 2011 and 2013. The rules mean that they have to give the competition a miss the following year if they are the champions, so the hat trick has taken place over five contests! The ladies meet and rehearse at the Las Claras restaurant in Los Alcazares and are always on the lookout for new members. For more details, phone Lyn on 968 574 987 or go to their website, www.spanglechorus.com