The Sentinella Axarquia August 2022 Edition

The Axarquia Sentinella Edition No 216

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m Fro Ed... the Welcome everybody — residents and tourists — to the August edition of The Sentinella Axarquia magazine. Well, July flew by; it was a great month with so much going on. Were you lucky enough to have been one of the 135,000 people who attended the Weekend Beach Festival in Torre del Mar this year?

That was a hell of a lot of people in the small town of Torre del Mar and hopefully, it brought lots of nice revenue into the town for the businesses.

Actually, Torre del Mar is fast becoming the ‘event leader’ of the Axarquia, and we really are so lucky to have all this on our doorsteps — particularly since so much of it is FREE! This would be unheard of in the UK, where barely anything worth attending there is free of charge — unlike here, where the free events are absolutely brilliant. So, no matter what time of the year you arrive in Torre del Mar — especially during the summer months — there is always some type of concert, fair, show, fireworks display or fiesta that will be on for you to enjoy with your friends and family.

Other big events this year are the Air Show — a little later than in years gone by — which takes place on 11th September, plus on 20th August, Torre del Mar is hosting another big concert in the Feria ground. This is ‘Elrow’, a one-day event starting at 6pm and lasting until 6am with 35,000 tickets available. It must be a popular concert as 80% of the tickets are already sold out!

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Strange News On that note I wish you all a very happy, fun-filled and all-round enjoyable summer. Be careful, though, as it’s extremely hot out there, so be sure to apply the sun cream, keep hydrated, drink sensibly and if you want it any hotter, you could always have headed over to the UK, I hear — who would have thought I would ever write that? However, by the time this is printed, the chances are that it’s probably pouring down and back to a mere 18/19 degrees Celsius over there!

Kami Knight x The Editor (of the original little mag)!

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Countries Of The World....................Page 30 A-Z of Cocktails.................................Page 46 Fruit & Vegetable Facts....................Page 54 Faceless.............................................Page 63 Where’s The Snake...........................Page 78 Information........................................Page 84 Jokes..................................................Page 86 Puzzle Pages.....................................Page 88 Star Signs..........................................Page 90

A giant step for hamkind?

A hamster has survived a daring trip into the stratosphere on a flying balloon.

The “spaceham” reached a maximum altitude of 14 miles (23km) and is in good health after being safely recovered from the sea off Japan's Miyako Island.

According to Iwatani Giken, the company behind the experiment, the hamster was placed in an airtight cabin 60cm high and 50cm in diameter, with the same atmospheric pressure and temperature as on the ground.

The balloon was launched from Miyakojima, a city in Okinawa Prefecture, and climbed at an average of 6.3 metres per second.

A camera installed inside the cabin showed the animal snoozing comfortably during the gradual ascent.

Iwatani Giken is hoping to bring manned space travel to the masses, and the experiment was designed to give would-be customers confidence.

Novel light show The appearance of an extraordinary spiral of blue light in the sky above New Zealand has prompted amazement among stargazers — and theories ranging from aliens to black holes.

Astronomer Alasdair Burns, who runs business Twinkle Dark Sky Tours, spotted the spectacle from the country's Stewart Island.

"It was absolutely bizarre," he told Stuff news website.

"It was like a massive spiral. And it was very, very, slowly and serenely moving north across the night sky, just sort of dissipating as it went."

He told TV3: "At first sight it almost looked like a spiral galaxy just hanging there in the night sky."

Professor Richard Easther, from Auckland University, explained the likely cause of the extraordinary light show.

"As far as we can tell it's created by the sun catching the exhaust fumes from the second stage of a SpaceX rocket that reignited about an hour after it had been placed in orbit at Cape Canaveral," he told TV3.

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Strange News (Continued) Packed bags Two women were caught trying to board a flight with a large number of live animals in their suitcases — including 50 chameleons and 35 turtles.

Nithya Raja, 38, and Zakia Sulthana, 24, were detained when an X-ray screening of their luggage revealed more than 100 creatures stuffed inside their bags.` If the animals had been sold on, they would have been worth an estimated 200,000 THB (roughly £4,700), authorities said.

The suspected wildlife smugglers, both from India, were reportedly on their way to Chennai and were flying from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International Airport when they were arrested.

Sathon Konggoen, chief of the wildlife inspection office at the airport, said: ‘This kind of case has happened many times because the animals have expensive price tags in India.’

Officers rescued 50 chameleons, 35 turtles, 20 snakes, two porcupines, and two armadillos packed inside a pair of bags. Two

iguanas were found dead, while the other reptiles showed symptoms of dehydration, authorities said.

The animals are now receiving treatment and will be transferred to wildlife centres or breeding facilities.

Meanwhile, the women were charged with violating the Animal Disease Act of 2015, the Customs Act of 2017, and the Wildlife Conservation and Protection Act of 2019.

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Doctor’s Offices Boy if this doesn't hit the nail on the head, I don't know what does!

Two patients limp into two different medical clinics with the same complaint. Both have trouble walking and appear to require a hip replacement.

The first patient is examined within the hour, is x-rayed the same day and has a time booked for surgery the following week.

The second sees his family doctor after

waiting 3 weeks for an appointment, then waits 8 weeks to see a specialist, then gets an x-ray, which isn't reviewed for another week and finally has his surgery scheduled for 6 months from then.

Why the different treatment for the two patients? ..... the FIRST is a Golden Retriever. ..... the SECOND is a Senior Citizen.

Next time take me to a vet!

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On the 1st floor you will find three double bedrooms with high ceilings, a covered spacious terrace with fitness area (potentially the 6th bedroom) and a family bathroom with bathtub. There is also plenty of parking for several cars in front of the property. There is a very easy access by tarmac road to the village. Walking distance of approximately 30 minutes to the village, only 45 minutes to the airport of Malaga by car and 25 minutes to Torre del Mar. The name of the village Almachar is derived from the Arabic Al Maysar, which means "farmhouse", and used to form part of what is known as the Four Villas, together with Cútar and El Borge, which were under the protection of Comares, and after the reconquest in 1487, his dependence on this city continued.

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Modern Living You know you are living in 2022 when...

1. You accidentally enter your PIN on the microwave.

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2. You haven't played solitaire with real cards in years.

7. Every commercial on television has a web site and a QR code at the bottom of the screen.

3. You have a list of 15 phone numbers to reach your family of three.

8. You get up in the morning and go on line before getting your coffee.

4. You e-mail the person who works at the desk next to you.

5. Your reason for not staying in touch with friends and family is that they don't have e-mail addresses.

6. You pull up in your own

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Bar & Restaurant Laguna Beach - Torrox Costa Breakfasts, Snacks & Full Menu Specialising in Ribs, Steaks & Chicken Traditional Sunday Lunch Daily Tapas available Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 8pm (Bookings only for after 8pm) Sunday 1pm - 5pm (Bookings advisable) Closed Monday For more info call: Thomas or Kerstin

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Planely Brilliant!

She lives in a Boeing 727 What a creative idea! Joanne Ussary bought a used Boeing 727. She paid $2,000 for the plane. It cost $4,000 to move and $24,000 to renovate. (She has a lot of wood and specialty windows for $24,000! I want her carpenter!) But not bad for a $30,000 investment...

The stairs open with a garage door remote and one of the bathrooms is still intact. There is also a Jacuzzi in the cockpit. The Boeing home is featured as part of a collection of creative conversions.

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Pizza’s, Burgers, Fish and Chips, Mogollones, Rosca’s eat in or takeaway Daily live sports and the best drinks.

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And in the 70’s personal hygiene went out the window when young men began growing those greasy lamb-chop sideburns that were to frame their face for next decade.

Then in the 80’s young women ignored French fashion by wearing leotards, legwarmers and a scrunchy mullet to boogie-on-down to their local newsagents in the pouring rain.

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Sailnplay Boat Trips/Rentals - Marina Del Este, La Herradura Top luxury sailing charter operator on the Axarquia/Costa Tropical, Sailnplay are ready and waiting to welcome you on one of their great boat trips this summer.

You may even be lucky enough to be skippered by their new Ukrainian skipper Bohdana Semenova, known to her new crew mates as Danka, who although only 20 years old, already has a wealth of experience skippering her father’s training yacht in Ukrainian waters. She is also the current Ukrainian sailing champion, who sadly has had to flee her home leaving behind her parents and younger brother to face the Russian invasion. Let’s hope she can go home soon and sail the waters again currently taken over by the Russian invaders, but not before she has had chance to share her sailing experiences and warm, friendly smile with you.

The four hour catamaran trips with all drinks and a sumptuous meal included are from 90€ and the top of the range motor yacht Charlie Ruggle 120€ per person (both half price for children).

Visit the website on www.sailnplay.com now for full details or see the adverts on pages 22 and 61.

NEW MENU! NEW MENU! All day until 10pm - 7.95€ Spend 20€ or more on takeaway get 2 soft drinks free. Spend 40€ or more and get a free bottle of wine!

Open 12.00 - 16.00 / 19.00 - 23.00 (Closed Mondays) Calle infante, 24 Torre del Mar (Thursday market road) Takeaway available Tel: 952 965 109 / 625 908 186

VENTA BAJA/PUENTE DON MANUEL´S EXCITING VENUE (behind Taj Mahal)

ALL FRESHLY cooked choices of Worldwide Street Food options, with many fusions & variations on a theme. Menus changed monthly

FORTNIGHTLY QUIZ (FOOD AVAILABLE) call for info and dates NEW SUMMER HOURS Thurs, Fri & Sat 2pm - close Sun 12pm - 6pm Call: 642 519 017 look forward to seeing you all!

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20 smallest countries in the world, with a total land area of only 682.7 square kilometres.

The United States is about 15,000 times bigger.

Singapore is one of only three surviving city-states in the world, because they don’t have a capital. The other two are Monaco and the Vatican City.

In addition to its main island, the nation of Singapore includes 63 additional islands, most of which are uninhabited.

Singapore’s Bukit Timah Nature Reserve holds more species of trees than the entire North American continent.

It is one of the world’s greenest cities with approximately half of its land (900 square kilometres) under green cover.

Chewing gum is banned in Singapore. Only those with medical prescription can chew gum! Other strange laws include no nudity in sight (even at home!), flushing public toilets or risk getting slapped with a $1,000 fine, and no feeding of wild animals!

Interesting Facts... Singapore is among the

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The wonderful English language from around the world Cocktail lounge, Norway: Ladies are requested not to have children in the bar.

Doctors office, Rome: Specialist in women and other diseases.

Dry cleaners, Bangkok: Drop your trousers here for the best results.

On the main road to Mombassa, leaving Nairobi: Take notice: when this sign is under water, this road is impassable.

On a poster in Johannesburg: Are you an adult that cannot read? If so we can help.

In a city restaurant: Open seven days a week and weekends.

In an Irish cemetery: Persons are prohibited from picking flowers from any but their own graves.

Tokyo hotel's rules and regulations: Guests are requested not to smoke or do other disgusting behaviours in bed.

On the menu of a Swiss restaurant: Our wines leave you nothing to hope for.

In a Thai bar: Special cocktails for the ladies with nuts.

Hotel, Yugoslavia: The flattening of underwear with pleasure is the job of the chambermaid.

Advertisement for donkey rides, Budapest: Would you like to ride on your own ass?

Hotel, Japan: You are invited to take advantage of the chambermaid.

In the lobby of a Moscow hotel across from a Russian orthodox monastery: You are welcome to visit the cemetery where famous Russian and Soviet composers, artists and writers are buried daily except Thursday.

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Out And About In Torrox Rebeccah Curtis Beauty & Wellness Centre including Hairdressing and now incorporating Nails and Beauty by Suzi Jackson. Urb. Laguna Beach, Centro Commercial B, No. 16 Torrox Costa. Open Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 6pm. Tel: 952 53 01 22 & 651 956 284 Raza Hotel have excellent facilities for your Dog, Cat or Rabbit, the perfect Hotel for your pets while you are away. In the countryside your dogs can enjoy secure outdoor play areas with toys provided & kennels with indoor sleeping area & outside run. For Cats, large catteries with cosy beds, toys & activities to keep them occupied. The Raza Hotel also offer a safe place to leave your Rabbit or Parrot as well as providing dog grooming services. Open 10am-7pm, 7 days a week. If you would like to visit, Paco & Antonio would be happy to show you the facilities. For more info call: 952 52 5417, 646 75 24 63, or email: info@razahotel.com or visit www.razahotel.com

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A great Nepali and Indian Restaurant in Torrox Costa, Buddha House. A modern restaurant with classic dishes and Buddha House specials. Open 12.30 - 23.30 continuous with no break. Closed Monday.

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Modern Nepali & Indian restaurant with classic dishes and Buddha House specialities Air Conditioned Ctra El Peñoncillo 11, Torrox Costa (Easy Parking in front) Open 12:30 - 23:30 (Continuous, no break) Closed Mondays 10% discount on takeaways Deliveries also available Tel: 952 53 09 21 or 612 473 023 Email: buddhahouse479@gmail.com Buddha479

BEAUTY AND WELLNESS CENTRE & HAIRDRESSING Open Tues - Sat 10am - 6pm Tel: 952 530 122 / 651 956 284 Rebeccah Curtis Beauty and Wellness Urb. Laguna Beach, Centro Comercial B, o N .16 TORROX COSTA

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I didn’t want to die.

I just wanted life to be better....

Gerrie, a 33-year-old artist, says stopping drinking was not the end of her world - just the end of the blackness and misery. Here is her story: “There wasn’t a great deal of alcohol around when I was growing up – we would have it at family parties, or celebrations but it was fun, and I never saw it being abused.

I can’t really pinpoint when it started being an issue. I think I have always known alcohol was a problem for me, we didn’t mix well. I drank alcoholically from the word go. The first time I got drunk at about 15/16 years old, I trashed my bedroom, ripping down my curtains in a drunken rage.

At the time I thought that was just the way it was – this is what people did to have fun. I copied how I thought I should behave when drinking – and invariably I ended up in trouble. Being sick, being carted off by ambulance. I put myself in danger on more than one occasion because of my drinking – but at the time I didn’t understand or know what I was doing.

My drinking really came to a head because of the lockdown, the loneliness I felt; and all the time I had to dwell on the horrible feelings I had about myself and life. For the first time ever, I was living alone. I didn’t have anyone to tell me to stop drinking or to make me accountable in anyway, so every night I would drink to excess.

My rock bottom came one evening, I decided to see how many Xanex tablets I could take without overdosing. Whilst checking the dosage online I didn’t think to take into consideration the amount of alcohol I had drunk! Eventually I fell asleep, and thankfully I woke up the next day. This is when I knew I had to stop, it really scared me.

Even though I thought life wasn’t worth living, there was still some part of me that didn’t want to die. I just wanted life to be better.

I first heard of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) a few years previously. I had contacted someone because I knew she was sober, and I was thinking it was time to try a different way. She told me straight away she would take me to an AA meeting. My immediate reaction was one of astonishment and shock, I’m not an alcoholic why would I want to go there.

Fast forward a couple more years and my sister sent me the number of someone else, again knowing he was sober but not knowing how he had got there. I called him, we met, chatted and this time when he said AA, I didn’t feel so astonished or upset, I just thought honestly what have I got to lose.

I was lucky, I know covid has been horrendous and that face-to-face meetings stopped completely for a while, which for some people was terrible. But I think, had I not had the zoom meetings to begin with, I might not be here today.

I was super nervous at the first meeting; I wouldn’t show my face on camera. Thankfully I was told to listen for the similarities and not the differences, and I was amazed to find that whilst not everybody’s story was like mine, they had the same feelings as me. The loneliness, the isolation, the fear.

When I made it into the face-to-face meetings, the love I was given is like nothing else I have experienced before. It feels like coming home and the friends that I have made…well they are my support, my sisters, my brothers, my family.

My biological family are hugely supportive now, but my journey with AA is something they (currently) don’t understand; or see as a lifelong process.

Life now is in some ways very much the same (just better), but in others it is markedly different.

I am in a completely different frame of mind, I am learning to create boundaries, to let go, to have patience, faith, and love. I am still learning everyday about myself. Where my strengths are and where my weaknesses can be. It’s a journey.

But from 16 months ago. I am less angry, less stressed, and less depressed. I’m present for my family and my friends. And that really is a blessing.

To anyone struggling with alcohol I would say, stopping drinking is not the end of the world - just the end of the blackness and misery. Your life isn’t over, it is just beginning. Be brave and take the first step, reach out for help and step into the light of AA.” There are meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous, with friendly people who will understand, held daily throughout the Costa del Sol. Meetings are free to attend, and anyone who thinks they may have a problem with alcohol is welcome.

Call the English-speaking AA helpline for support: +34 600 379 110 or visit the website for help and information: www.aacostadelsol.com

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Facebook Fans 17 types of people on facebook - which one are you?!

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8 The “Collector” Never posts anything either, but joins every group and becomes fans of random stuff.

2. The “Hyena” Doesn’t ever really say anything, just LOL’s and LMAO’s at everything.

9. The “Promoter” Always sends event invitations to things that you ultimately delete or ignore.

3. “Mr./Ms. Popular” Has 4,367 friends for NO reason.

10. The “Liker” Never actually says anything, but always clicks the “like” button.

4. The “Gamer” Plays words with friends, mafia wars, bakes virtual cakes and stuff, etc.

5. The “Prophet” Every post makes a reference to God. 6. The “Thief” Steals status updates, and will probably steal this one.

11. The “Hater” Every post revolves around someone hating them, and they swear people are trying to ruin their life.

12. The “Anti-Proofreader” This person would benefit greatly from spellcheck, and sometimes you feel bad for them because you don’t know if they were typing fast, or just stupid.

7. The “Cynic” 13. The “Drama Queen/King” This person always posts stuff like “I can’t believe this”, or “They gonna make me snap today!” in the hopes that you will ask what happened, or what’s wrong, but then they never end up finishing the story.

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16. The “Rooster” Feels that it is their job to tell Facebook “Good Morning” every day.

17. The “Keyboard Warrior” A Person who, being unable to express his anger through physical violence (owning to their physical weakness, lack of bravery and/or conviction in real life), instead manifests said emotions through Facebook usually in the form of aggressive writing that the Keyboard Warrior would not (for reasons previously mentioned) be able to give form to in real life.

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2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment surrounded by parks (110m² built) comprising a large living room with balcony, kitchen with back terrace overlooking gardens, 2 bathrooms and 3 bedrooms.

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Traditional 3 Bed 2 Bath Village House (100m² built), in village centre, beautifully renovated.

Large courtyard/terrace leads to a very large open plan living room & kitchen/diner, 3 beds & 2 baths. Parking close by

Sales Price: 89,900¤ (NEW!)

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Spacious 3 Bed 2 Bath Villa (202m² built, 1,100m² plot), on edge of village. Large lounge/dining with fireplace and access to a lovely sunny large terrace, f/f kitchen, 3 beds, 2 baths, one being en­suite, a huge basement that could be converted. Large, fenced plot with lots of fruit trees, huge driveway & very private

Sales Price: 290,000¤ (NEW!) Periana

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2 Bed Modern Apartment (84m² built), walking distance to all amenities. It comprises an entrance hall, a fully­fitted modern kitchen, a large lounge/dining room with access to a balcony, 2 large bedrooms with fitted wardrobes (master with a balcony) and 1 bathroom. Includes a communal pool and communal BBQ areas.

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Amazing 4 Bed 1.5 Bath House (160m² built), great location all local amenities, maintained to a high level and would make a great holiday home or permanent home.

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Drinking We all like to sink a few now and again but when we do all kind of unlikely events occur, as these famous peeps all found out…

“Drinking provides a beautiful excuse to pursue the one activity that truly gives me pleasure, hooking up with large hairy girls.”

Timothy Walsh

“When we drink, we get drunk. When we get drunk, we fall asleep. When we fall asleep, we commit no sin. When we commit no sin, we go to heaven. Sooooo, let's all get drunk, and go to heaven...”

Brian O'Rourke

“A woman drove me to drink and I didn't even have the decency to thank her.”

Anonymous

“You can't be a real country unless you have a beer and an airline... it helps if you have some kind of a football team, or some nuclear weapons, but at the very least you need a beer.”

Frank Zappa

“What contemptible scoundrel has stolen the cork to my lunch?”

W.C. Fields

“Always remember that I have taken more out of alcohol than alcohol has taken out of me.”

Winston Churchill

“I would kill everyone in this room for a drop of sweet beer.”

Homer Simpson

“Without question, the greatest invention in the history of mankind is beer. Oh, I grant you that the wheel was also a fine invention, but the wheel does not go nearly as well with pizza.”

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Torre del Mar

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South facing semi-detached house with beautiful unobstructed views of the sea distributed over 2 floors.

Top floor: entrance hall, 3 beds, a bathroom and an office with beautiful sea views. Ground floor: living room, large covered terrace, kitchen, bathroom and storage room

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Vélez-Málaga

Ref: V-237

House on one floor with living room, open kitchen, 2 bedrooms, a bathroom, large garage and a 2nd floor with possibility of more rooms.

Good privacy, pool, small storeroom, south-west facing with sea and mountain views

Price: 220,000€

Almuñecar

Ref: V-246

South-facing apartment consisting of 2 bedrooms, a bathroom, an American kitchen, a living-dining room with access to a sunny 10m2 terrace with wonderful panoramic views of the sea. Private parking, storage room, community pool and tennis court.

Price: 175,000€

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Vetiver Spain Fighting Erosion It is a good time to plant Vetiver

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Tee Pee Here is an actual sign posted at a golf club in Scotland.

1. Back straight, knees bent, feet shoulder width apart.

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6. Try not to hit anyone.

7. If you are taking too long, let others go ahead of you.

8. Don’t stand directly in front of others.

9. Quiet please… while others are preparing.

10. Don’t take extra strokes.

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Modern adhesive vinyl coverings in hundreds of colours and designs can renovate a tired kitchen, bathroom, wall panels, bedroom wardrobes or fridge doors.

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We see his controversial rise to fame in more conservative times during the 1950s, then, skipping most of the 1960s, when he made mainly bad movies, the focus lands on his iconic 1968 Comeback Special before the

Las Vegas residency jumpsuit era and his decline in the 1970s.

In many ways it's a jam-packed traditional rock star biopic in the vein of Walk The Line or Ray, but its unique appeal lies in experiencing Elvis Presley rather than just watching him, as seen through recollections of Tom Hanks’ Colonel on his deathbed in 1997.

It’s all helped by Austin Butler’s sensational performance. The Once Upon a Time in Hollywood star engrossed himself in everything to do with The King, studying even the most minute details of his mannerisms.

Butler may not look anything like the late star, but once he gets going he suddenly does, especially during the Comeback Special gyrations and jumpsuit era dives. Likewise, it was refreshing to see the ever-affable Tom Hanks turn into a dislikeable take on Colonel Tom Parker.

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Plumbing and Tiling Axarquia Slightly less able to climb in and out the bath?

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For The Love Of Christ!

Grandma's letter.

She is eighty-eight years old and still drives her own car. She writes: Dear Grand-daughter, The other day I went up to our local Christian book store and saw a ‘Honk if you Love Jesus’ bumper sticker. I was feeling particularly sassy that day because I had just come from a thrilling choir performance, followed by a thunderous prayer meeting. So, I bought the sticker and put it on my bumper.

Boy, am I glad I did, what an uplifting experience that followed.

car that got through the intersection before the light changed again and felt kind of sad that I had to leave them after all the love we had shared. So I slowed the car down, leaned out the window and gave them all the Hawaiian good luck sign one last time as I drove away.

Praise the Lord for such wonderful folks!!

Will write again soon, Love, Grandma

I was stopped at a red light at a busy intersection, just lost in thought about the Lord and how good he is, and I didn't notice that the light had changed. It is a good thing someone else loves Jesus because if he hadn't honked, I'd never have noticed. I found that lots of people love Jesus!

While I was sitting there, the guy behind started honking like crazy, and then he leaned out of his window and screamed, 'For the love of God!' 'Go! Go! Go! Jesus Christ, GO!' What an exuberant cheerleader he was for Jesus! Everyone started honking!

I just leaned out my window and started waving and smiling at all those loving people.

I even honked my horn a few times to share in the love! I saw another guy waving in a funny way with only his middle finger stuck up in the air. I asked my young teenage grandson in the back seat what that meant.

He said it was probably a Hawaiian good luck sign or something. Well, I have never met anyone from Hawaii, so I leaned out the window and gave him the good luck sign right back. My grandson burst out laughing.

Why even he was enjoying this religious experience!!

A couple of the people were so caught up in the joy of the moment that they got out of their cars and started walking towards me. I bet they wanted to pray or ask what church I attended, but this is when I noticed the light had changed. So, I waved at all my brothers and sisters grinning, and drove on through the intersection. I noticed that I was the only

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The Care Company Private Care Team www.privatecareteam.com David 657 969 710 Teresa 635 437 998 Our nursing team provide all levels of care for people in their own homes.

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TRAPICHE MARKET

Every Tuesday 9.30am - 1pm Enjoy a relaxing morning at the Los Jardines del Trapiche, THE nicest market venue on the Costa with ample parking!

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How Can British Nationals Live In Spain Post Brexit?

While it may not necessarily be easy for a British national to legally reside in Spain post Brexit, it is still possible.

Britons who were living in Spain before Brexit (31 December 2020) have been able to apply under the Withdrawal Agreement for their residency. Certain members of their family have also been able to apply for residency under the Withdrawal Agreement to join them here in Spain. Also, those who are applying as family members and can prove their family link, ie: by way of a marriage certificate.

There are other requirements, including providing evidence that they were actually living in Spain before Brexit and continue to do so.

British nationals who are married to EU nationals (including Spanish nationals) can make what is called a family regrouping application under EU and Spanish national legislation to legally reside in Spain. The EU/Spanish national who acts as the sponsor in the application needs to show that they can support their family financially.

Other than the two options above, the two most popular visas which British nationals can apply for are Non Lucrative visas and Golden visas.

Non Lucrative visas allow their holder to legally reside in Spain but do not allow them to work in Spain. Given this, these visas are very popular with those looking to retire here.

One of the conditions of the Non Lucrative Visa is that its holder must spend at least 183 days here, thereby becoming tax resident in Spain by default.

An applicant will need to be able to prove liquid assets and/or income of approximately 28,000€ for the main applicant and around an additional 6,000€ for economic dependants.

Private medical insurance and a clean criminal record are also needed.

Golden visas can be applied for by individuals who invest in Spain. The minimum (and seemingly the most popular) investment is 500,000€ in property/real estate. As well as evidencing the investment, the applicant will

need to show he/she can support him/herself and any dependants financially, have private medical insurance and a clean criminal record.

British Nationals can also apply for residency if they secure employment or set up a business in Spain. Whilst this is still possible post Brexit, it is difficult as Spanish nationals/other EU nationals are favoured for jobs over British nationals.

For more information, please contact us. We would be very happy to assist.

Each individual’s case is different and at De Cotta Law you can speak to Spanish abogados & qualified English solicitors.

Call +34 952 527 014 or email info@decottalaw.net for legal advice queries, and if your enquiry is specifically about Residency then ask to speak to Sam Baker See main advert below

Businesses Chatelin ortopedia & pedicurist practice They are a company with over 30 years experience in the orthopedic sector. Linda is a qualified pedicurist and Henry is a certified prothesis and orthesis maker, for all your inlays and sport inlays, corset-knee, ankle and wrist supports, wheelchairs, walking aids, beds, rehabilitation articles etc...open Monday - Thursday 10am 2pm and 3pm - 6pm. Call: 695 481 082 or 658 773 857

Starcar in Nerja for all your car repair needs: bodywork painting, service, pre I.T.V. check, air-conditioning, tyres, brakes, clutch etc. Also car transfers. Find them at Avda Alcalde Antonio Villasclaras just up from the BP garage as you are leaving Nerja on the right hand side and they are below the gym. Call Jonathan who speaks English on 637 801 325 Dentadanés Dental Clinic offer top-quality Scandinavian dental care at competitive prices, a successful concept that has been used since the clinic was established in Maro (Nerja) in 1991.

We have two dentists, (one Danish female, one English male) ready to solve all your dental problems. Please visit our website at www.dentadanes.com for a full list of treatments & prices as well as directions to and pictures of the clinic. Open Monday to Friday 10am - 5pm including all summer months. We speak English, Danish/Scandinavian, German and Spanish.

Tel: 952 52 96 66. wHoliday & Winter Rentals wEnglish, French and Spanish Speaking w1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments & Villas wBooking via WhatsApp, Facebook or Website Visit our website: www.nerjabeachholidays.com to view our range of properties and enjoy our Virtual Tour Calle Lucena 17bis, 29780, NERJA Contact Karine: +34 644 793 168 Email: admin@nerjabeachholidays.com

CHATELIN ORTOPEDIA & FULLY QUALIFIED PEDICURIST wCorsets & knee, ankle and wrist supports

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General care and advice wFor all inlays (inc. Sports) for gorgeous feet, because we care about your feet as much as you do! wWheelchairs, walking aids & beds MORE than just a pedicure, wRehabilitaion articles, etc. look good, FEEL GREAT!!

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Do you need some expert advice in Holiday Accommodation? Nerja Beach Holidays are waiting to do just this! Visit their properties directly via their Virtual tour on www.nerjabeachholidays.com. They offer all kinds of holiday and winter rentals. They speak English, French and Spanish to help you along the way. They have an extensive range of 1 to 3 bed apartments and villas. Booking can be made via Whatsapp, FB, Website, Email or phone.

Nerja Beach Holidays have it all covered! Contact Karine +34 644 793 168 / admin@nerjabeachholidays.com Erica is now settled in her role working alongside Walli Ron hair salon in Nerja. You can make an appoinment at Calle Almirante Ferrándiz 10 (Cristo) Nerja. (Down the passage in front of the Coviran Supermarket - the Post Office street. Call: 952 523 966 La llave de Oro, Calle Granada 88, Nerja, 952 524 651. Locksmith 24hrs emergency service, 606 939 929, opening & repairing safes, armoured doors, authorised technical service, key cutting, supplier for quality padlocks, safes & other security products.

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When You Get Older Symptoms Of Being Over 25 1. You leave clubs before the end to "beat the rush". (worst still you don't go to the clubs) 2. You get more excited about having a roast on a Sunday than going clubbing the night before.

3. You stop dreaming of becoming a professional footballer / basketball player and start dreaming of having a son who might instead.

4. Before throwing the local paper away, you look through the property section.

5. All of a sudden, middle aged people are not 45, they are only 45.

6. Before going out anywhere, you ask whether there is anywhere to park.

7. Rather than throw a knackered pair of

trainers out, you keep them because they'll be alright for the DIY or in the garden.

8. You buy T-shirts without anything written on them.

9. You start to worry about your parents' health.

10. You have more disposable income, but everything you want or need to buy costs between 200 and 500 quid.

11. You don't get funny looks when you buy a Disney video or a Wallace and Gromit bubble bath, as the sales assistant assumes they are for your children.

12. Pop music all starts to sound the same.

13. You opt for Pizza Express over Pizza Hut because they do a really nice half-bottle of house red.

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McGuinness marriage woes Comedy WAG Christine McGuinness flashed her impressive ring on the red carpet at a charity function recently after addressing rocky marriage rumours with the cryptic message 'I didn't put us in this situation.'

Speculation has been growing surrounding Paddy McGuinness and Christine McGuinness' marriage, with a source commenting that it's been a 'very tough' time lately for the married couple.

Both went on separate holidays with Top Gear host Paddy, 48, having jetted to Portugal with his mates, while Christine, 34, flew out on a girls' trip to Croatia. They were then pictured looking glum when reconciled.

Christine posted a quote on Instagram shortly afterwards saying: "This year I met the most broken version of me, but also the strongest."

The former reality star then added: "Regarding the press... There is only one thing I want to make clear right now... I didn't put us in this situation."

Joe offends Comedian Joe Lycett has revealed he has been investigated by police after a person who watched one of his tour shows complained over what they deemed to be an offensive joke.

The star said this involved him writing a statement to explain the context of his on-stage joke to officers, which meant he had to put the words "giant donkey d***" into a message to the force in question.

He has been touring his More, More, More!

How Do You Lycett? How Do You Lycett? shows this year, playing to audiences in Plymouth, Bournemouth, Edinburgh, York, Hull, Ipswich, Sheffield, Glasgow, Stockton, Newcastle, Cambridge, Stockport, Liverpool, Northampton, Birmingham, Belfast and Cardiff.

However, he did not say which tour show led to the police complaint.

In a message posted on social media, Lycett said: "So someone came to my tour show a few weeks back and was offended by one of the jokes. And their perfectly understandable response to this was… to call the f****** police.

"To be fair to them, the fuzz felt they had a duty to investigate. This involved me writing a statement explaining the context of the joke for them; I particularly enjoyed putting the words 'giant donkey d*** into a message to a police detective.”

To advertise call 664 210 468 or email sales@thesentinella.com Collins’ secret Actress Pauline Collins has shared that she does "miss" her husband John Alderton while the couple give each other time apart to enjoy their freedom.

Pauline, 81, has been married to fellow actor John Alderton, 81, since 1969, with the couple sharing three children together. The actress credits their relationship to the fact that they give each other “space.”

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No payout for Amber Amber Heard’s insurance company has reportedly filed a lawsuit in federal court against the actress claiming that they are not liable to pay part of the $8 million damages owed to her ex-husband, Johnny Depp.

Speaking to The Sunday Mirror, Pauline revealed why she believed her marriage has survived, compared to many other showbiz relationships which have failed.

In a policy written in 2019, New York Marine and General Insurance Co. stated it would pay up to $1m.

She said: "Hold onto your man with your arms wide open — it's a great image and I've always lived by it. John and I have never suffocated each other. It's so important to give your partner freedom.

However, in the suit filed last month, the company claims that it is not obligated to cover even a portion of the damages because Ms Heard “wilfully” defamed Mr Depp.

"We do miss each other when we're separated, but we also enjoy each other's freedom; I'm pleased that he's doing something new and exciting, even if I'm staying at home."

The company said in its filing: “The jury’s factual findings establish that Heard’s liability is caused by the wilful acts of Heard.”

Last month, Mr Depp won his defamation suit against Ms Heard after the jury found that she defamed him in her 2018 article for The Washington Post.

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City & Guilds qualified engineers with over 30 years experience Tel: 951 552 161 Mobile: 663 728 798 cooltecservices@hotmail.es www.cooltecservices.com cooltec air conditioning services-nerja

Pest Control Wasps & their nests TERMINATED Call: 699 233 999

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Items For Sale / Wanted I WILL COLLECT FREE of charge all your used clothing, bric-a-brac, pots and pans, books, toys, CD´s garden pots, tools, pieces of furniture or anything else you are throwing out whilst you are cleaning.

Call me on 625 319 323 Jacqui JOKE BOOK Oh My Good Gawld 2 Yours truly has put together the 2nd joke book containing 84 pages of solid jokes & funnies. No pictures, no spaces, just pure unadulterated laughter. 5€ Call: 664 689 138

Advertise Your Items For Sale 3 euros per listing text only 10 euros for items over 1,000 euros

EXTENDABLE HEAVY IKEA DINING TABLE WITH 6 CHAIRS 150€ O.N.O 220cm long / 100cm width / 75cm high Extendable part 100cm wide x 18.5cm long Total length when extended 238.5cm Chairs are solid condition but the fabric may need changing due to some stains.

Table has been taken apart and is in storage. Comes with Ikea instructions to put it back together.

Call: 664 210 468

GOLF CLUBS 2 sets of golf clubs in good condition with individual bag. One set is Wilson the other Ben Sayers.

Call 634 329 225 NEW MEMBERS WANTED - EL CAPITAN TENNIS CLUB Torre Del Mar. Open to new members. For information Ring 623192294

This Box Can Be Yours :) From just 15 euros per month +IVA*

Call: 664 210 468 *conditions apply

HOUSE ELECTRICAL ALTERATIONS, INSTALLATIONS & FAULT FINDING Contact Stuart on: +34 711 032 007

Broomfield Cleaning Services Housework and holiday changeovers. Cleaning materials included.

Puente don Manuel & surrounding areas

Call Valerie: 641 212 765

DENTIST Dr Bakri *Dental Cosmetics *Implants Crowns & Bridges Algarrobo Costa Tel: 952 55 05 21

Torrox Costa Tel: 952 53 20 12

Emergencies: 678 974 892

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English Dental Technician 30 years experience Fully Qualified Denture Repairs Adjustments / Duplications Based in Torrox Pueblo We can visit if needed Call Graham for confidential advice on any denture problem on: 952 539 219 / 633 157 891

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Community Support - Our Noticeboard!!

Our new community notice board is up!!

Everyone is welcome to pop in – if there’s a car outside, we are usually in – come and advertise your services on our free notice board, for local businesses, local associations, societies, kittens and puppies needing homes – you name it, we will display it!!

We are based in Trapiche village, North of Velez-Malaga and between the Repsol garage and the El Cruce restaurant turnoff.

See you soon!

Toni and Mikel Unspoilt Andalusia

The Sentinella Competition

Cruce de Periana Local 1, Puente don Manuel (next to Divas Boutique) Tel Kim: 653 586 636

1. Bananas 2. Blueberries 3. Grapes 4. Watermelons 5. Peaches 6. Plums 7. Raspberries 8. Strawberries 9. Oranges 10. Apples

Competition closes 21st August

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SEEKING CHARITIES - People helping People Do you know of any SPANISH Charities (O.N.G) who help people and are seeking funding? The American International Club is currently seeking Spanish Organisations who are seeking assistance.

If you are aware of an organisation that assists Spanish people, please send an email with contact information to nerjaclub@yahoo.com The American International Club is a social club open to all nationalities which spans the area from Almunecar to Torrox and beyond. Activities include tapas runs, monthly excursions, petanque, coffee mornings, dinners and walks. The Club raises funds for Spanish charities and each year makes a significant donation to a local organisation as a way of saying "thank you" to our host nation. Our motto is "If it isn't fun, we don't do it". To join in the fun email: nerjaclub@yahoo.com http://www.americaninternationalclub.com Los Romanes Royal British Legion. Los Romanes branch has two venues. We meet weekly at The Asador Restaurant Puente Don Manuel, on Mon 12.00 – 1400 hrs. And on a Wed at midday at the Bar La Vega, Torre Del Mar. Our friendly group get together not only to raise funds for and support TRBL in Spain, but also meet to be with friends and have some fun, including quizzes, bingo, monthly lunches etc. You do not have to have served in the Armed Forces to become a member. Interested?

Tel: Sue on 691 544 140 or just pop in for a chat.

Furniture shop, Torre del Mar is looking for volunteers who have a free morning or afternoon every week to help us to sell second hand furniture and attend to customers in the new store. Would you like to help us? Contact 952564910/671048304 voluntariado@cudeca.org Pippa’s Pawprints Charity Shop C/ Antonio Jimenez No. 4b, behind the Bus Station and the Notary. Cards, bric-a-brac, bags, shoes and quality clothing at knock-down prices. Now open from Tues to Sat 10.30am - 2pm. 622 574 174 AAR (Axarquia Animal Rescue) shop. Avenida Andalucia 147, Torre del Mar. Open Mon - Sat 10am - 13.30 All donations gratefully accepted Argentine Tango classes in Torrox: Contact Mario 649 59 55 94 Scottish Country Dance Classes at El Trapiche Market, contact George 619 069 966

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Every Tuesday is Tony’s Bingo Quiz at The Belvedere at 3pm in Torre del Mar. Come along for a great fun afternoon!

Call 610 100 908 to reserve a table.

Every Thursday Quiz at Bar Samba 7pm.

Every Tuesday Country Farmers Market between 9.30am and 1.30pm. Los Jardines del Trapiche Call: Anita 627 877 164 The Nerja Players meet on 1st and 3rd Tues of the month between Oct and Apr. Perfomances are rehearsed readings. Calle Castilla Perez 1, Nerja.

Look for the very large BLUE entrance door. We are between Salon de Juegos and a Supermarket.

Reservations on our website.

Email: admin@thenerjaplayers.com Torrox Tornadoes Walking Football Club Looking for players of this new team based in Torrox, for 50 and over men’s physical and mental health and to make new friends. Joining the new league on the Costa Del Sol. Join us on Facebook “Torrox Tornadoes Walking Football Club” New Life Church Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, we would be delighted to welcome you. Our meetings are characterised by uplifting songs, relevant sermons and a modern but reverent service. During this time of uncertainty, God's word reminds us that the Gospel shines brightest in times of darkness. We are a Bible based Church community continuing to help people find their way back to God. Sunday Service 11.00am Prayer Meetings Wednesdays 11.00am Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja, info@nlcnerja.com / www.nlcnerja.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/nlcne Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre Torre del Mar, Avda.

Moscatel 1”I”, (Jardines Viña Malága/Antigua Casa de la Viña), Torre del Mar, 29740. Open mornings only Monday to Friday 10.00 till 13. For all events and further information please contact the Centre, Torre del Mar Tel. 952 543 334 E-mail: luxmundi@lux-mundi.org Thurs 22nd Sept – Excursion to the Castille de la Duquesa and Estepona. Come and join us to visit this amazing well preserved fortress.There will be a stop for coffee on route, before arriving at the castle at approx. 11.00, where there will be free time to look around, leaving at 12.00 for the short drive to Estepona, where there will be free time to have lunch, to look around the old town or maybe visit the Orchid House. Tickets available at the Lux Mundi centre.

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Bus Stations Torre del Mar Call: 952 559 100 Malaga Call: 952 350 061 Tourist Information Nerja: 952 521 531 Torre del Mar: 952 541 104 Hospitals Nerja Ambulatorio: 952 523 131 Velez Malaga: 951 067 000 Weekly Market days (mornings only) Mondays: Torrox Costa Tuesdays: Nerja & Country Farmers Market, at Jardines del Trapiche Wednesdays; Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursdays: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar & Frigilana Fridays: Cala de Moral Saturdays: Caleta de Velez, Competa & Benajarafe, Algarrobo Costa, Opp Lidl (1st & 3rd Saturday each month) Sundays: Nerja Car Boot ITV Call: 951 707 108 www.itvcita.com Shops 10am - 2pm - 5pm - 8:30pm (generally) Town Halls Torre and Velez: 952 500 100 Torrox: 952 538 200 Nerja: 952 548 400 Competa: 952 516 006 Rincon: 952 402 300 Malaga: 952 135 000 Airports Malaga 24-hour information 952 048 484 or 952 048 804 Granada 958 245 200 Railway Stations Malaga: 952 360 202 Granada: 958 271 272 Water Supplies Velez Malaga: 952 506 450 Nerja: 952 520 154 Malaga: 952 135 013 Consulates UK 902 109 256 or 913 342 194 Ireland 952 475 108 Germany 952 363 591 Sweden 952 604 383 France 952 226 590 / 952 214 888 Belgium 952 559 159 Denmark 952 211 797 Luxembourg 952 857 197 Chemists www.bit.ly/dutychemists

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Moviestar Dial 1002 to report a fault on the line. For general enquiries dial 1004 Church services in English The Anglican Parish of Nerja Services at Iglesia San Miguel (St Michael's Church), every Sunday at 12 noon. There is an on-line "zoom" service on Wednesdays 9.30am. Please contact Fr Nigel with an e-mail address if you would like to join us. Priest in Charge: Father Nigel Thomas. Tel: Church House 951 815736, Mobile: 608 695 756, email: cofenerja@gmail.com, website: www:nerjaalmunecaranglicanchurch.co.uk.

Competa - Holy Communion every Sunday at 5.30pm in the Parish Church, Plaza Almijara, Cómpeta Tel: 952 219 396 Malaga - St. George´s Church in the Engish Cemetery. 11.00am Sun Tel: 952 110 416 website: stgeorgemalaga.org Velez-Malaga - Capilla De San Jose, Calle Linares 7, Velez-Malaga. Sun 10.30. Tel 608 063 873 Lux Mundi, Torre del Mar Church Services: Lux Mundi, Torre del Mar Catholic Mass in English.

This is now suspended until September when further info will be advised. Tel: 952 543 334.

St Barnabas IERE (Anglican) Torre del Mar, Morning prayer 1st Sunday, Holy Communion 2nd, 3rd and 4th at 11am. Tel: 657 286 284 Lux Mundo Ecumenical Centre, Torre del Mar, Avda. Moscatel 1 ‘I’, (Jardines Vina Malaga/Antigua Casa de la Vina), Torre del Mar, 29740. Tel: 952 543 334 Torre del Mar: International Church Málaga/ Cornerstone International Church. Meets Sun @ 11:30am & Wed @ 6:30 pm for Bible Study. Calle Solera 2, Bajos,Torre del Mar Evangelical Church - El Puente Christian Fellowship Sunday Worship 11am - Bible Study Wed 2-4pm. AA - Wed 7pm. Charity shop/books open Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sat 10-1.30pm. We meet at El Puente Christian Fellowship premises situated underneath Maroma Inmobilaria, Cruce de Periana Puente don Manuel. 952 117 145 or 952 518 185 Bank Hours Usually 8:30am-2pm except Sundays, Bank holidays and Fiestas. Please note, the majority of banks will not accept bills to be paid (ie: electric, phone, rates) after 11am.

Taxis Torre: 653 917 004, Nerja: 952 520 537 Velez Malaga: 653 917 004, Puente Don Manuel: 952 510 992 Mob: 616 034 636.

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What’s O n ‘The 'Big Cats' We are a group of Jaguar enthusiasts living in Andalucia. We have a meeting each month for a meal and a good old chat about our cars. Contact Philip Wray on 669 434 457 JEC.CostaDelSol@gmail.com Join El Valle! El Valle is one of Axarquia’s most successful and longest running social clubs based in Lake Vinuela area. We meet on the first Mon of each month (not Aug) at Punto de Encuentro Asador, Puente don Manuel) At our monthly meetings you can find out about our wide range of activities that range from the cultural and gastronomic to quizzes, games and films. We also organise days out and short trips away. www.el-valleasociacion.com The Nerja Philosophical Group For info please call Tom Bryson on 699 170 931 Trumps Bridge We are a very friendly international Bridge Club playing Duplicate twice weekly on Monday and Thursday afternoons at 2.45pm. We now play in our new premises at El Zoco, Calle Neptuno, Nerja. We will be starting a beginners' course in the near future and run a Mentor scheme for those wishing to improve their game. Should you require a partner, or wish further information on our Club, visit www.bridgewebs.com/trumpsnerja The Nerja History Group for anyone interested in Spanish History. We have Lectures and trips each month. Meetings are held at the Nerja Museum, above the underground car park, starting at 11.00am and finish approx. 12.30pm. Please email: nerjahistorygroup@yahoo.com Phoenix Club We now meet every Tues between 12 and 2pm at Bar La Vega, Avenida Andalucia and is sandwiched between the small Mercadona Supermarket and the Repsol Garage on the way out of Torre towards Malaga. Call Gail 951 067 723 www.phoenixsocialclub.co.uk Short Mat Bowls is now operating in the hotel Jimesol, C/ Chaparil, Nerja on Mon and Thurs afternoons from 1.45pm to 4.15pm. New members welcome. Contact Marian on 952 523 754 or Malcolm on 952 520 579 for more details. www.shortmatbowlsnerja.com Golf: TOGS (Torrox Golf Society) If you would like a friendly but competitive game of golf each

Sunday morning at Anoreta, then why not join TOGS, possibly the friendliest Society on the Costa. Email: torroxgolfsociety@gmail.com or call Captain: Bob Bennett on 691 571 570 Multi-National Choir has moved! We have relocated to Vélez-Málaga - easier access to people in local communities who want to come and sing with us. Rehearsals Thur, 17:30 – 20:00 in the Casa Hermandad de la Cofradía de los Estudiantes, Plaza de los Sastres, 1, CP 29700 Vélez-Málaga, near San Juan Church and the Language School. Parking nearby at the San Francisco market (1 euro). For info please contact 657 951 755 (English) or 689 111 352 / eucorax@hotmail.es RBL Benajarafe Branch meet every Fri from 12.00 at the Restaurante Mediterraneo situated on the coast road in Benajarafe. We enjoy bingo, quizzes, various entertainment & monthly outings.

We have an excellent weekly lunch & welcome new/existing RBL members. Tel: 653108415 benajaraferblspainsouth@gmail.com Colmenar Social Club is a group whose aim is to promote friendship and assistance to all our members. We meet every Wed from 12.00pm at Arco Del Sol Hotel, Colmenar on A356 KM9. A great venue to enjoy a variety of activities such as wine tasting, talks, cooking demonstrations, monthly lunches, car sharing days out, theatre visits. scs.colmenarsocialclub@gmail.com Tel: Marjorie 608 409 864 RBL - Nerja meets several times a month enjoying lunches in Maro & La Herradura along with a monthly quiz on Torrox Costa. We host many specialised events throughout the year. Everyone is welcome. Booking is essential call: Kim on 711 077 576 or email kim_bowe1@hotmail.com For info visit us on FB page Royal British Legion Nerja or contact our Chairman Eddie on 711 052 499 RBL Riogordo Branch meet the last Thursday of every month from 12.30 at Bar Eusebio's, Paseo de Andalucía, Riogordo 29180. Come along and meet a friendly group of people, and enjoy Bingo, quizzes, raffles. Also outings with one of neighbouring branches. Lunches are available. You do not have to be ex services to be a member.

Please tel 633 125 681 or email rbl.riogordo@gmail.com

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) : a h a Jokes h A skinny little white Irishman goes into an elevator, looks up and sees this HUGE black guy standing next to him. The big guy sees the little Irishman staring at him, he looks down and says: '7’ tall, 350lbs, 20” penis, 3lbs of testicles, Turner Brown.'

The little white Irishman faints and falls to the floor. The big guy kneels down and brings him to, shaking him.

The big guy says, 'What's wrong with you, little fellow?'

In a weak voice the little guy says, 'What EXACTLY did you say to me?'

The big dude says, 'I saw your curious look and I figured I'd just give you the answers to the questions everyone always asks me............I'm 7’ tall, I weigh 350lbs, I have a 20” penis, my testicles weigh 3lbs each and my name is Turner Brown.'

The little white Irishman says, 'Turner Brown Sweet Jesus, I thought you said, turn around" *********** A Welshman buys several sheep, hoping to breed them for wool. After several weeks, he notices that none of the sheep are getting pregnant, and phones a vet for help. The vet tells him that he should try artificial insemination. The farmer doesn't have the slightest idea what this means but, not wanting to display his ignorance, only asks the vet how he will know when the sheep are pregnant. The vet tells him that they will stop standing around and instead will lie down and wallow in grass when they are pregnant.

The man hangs up and gives it some thought.

He comes to the conclusion that artificial insemination means he has to impregnate the sheep himself.. So, he loads the sheep into his Land Rover, drives them out into the woods, has sex with them all, brings them back, and goes to bed.

Next morning, he wakes and looks out at the sheep. Seeing that they are all still standing around, he deduces that the first try didn't take, and loads them in the Land Rover again.

He drives them out to the woods, bangs each sheep twice for good measure, brings them back, and goes to bed exhausted.

Next morning, he wakes to find the sheep still just standing round. 'Try again' he tells himself, and proceeds to load them up, and drive them out to the woods. He spends all day doing the sheep and upon returning home, falls listlessly into bed.

The next morning, he cannot even raise himself from the bed to look out of the window. He asks his wife to look, and tell him if the sheep are lying in the grass.

'No,' she says, 'They're all in the Land Rover, and one of them is beeping the horn.' ********** Forty gypsies arrive at the Pearly Gates in their Transit vans and caravans.

St Peter goes into the gatehouse and phones up GOD, saying: I've got 40 travellers here.

Can I let them in?

GOD replies 'We are over our quota on travellers. Go back out to the Pearly Gates and tell them to choose among them which are the 12 most worthy, and I will let just the dozen in.'

Less than a minute later St Peter is on the phone to GOD again. 'They've gone', he tells GOD. What?' says GOD, 'All 40 of them?'

No, the Pearly Gates'. ********** One day my housework-challenged husband decided to wash his sweat-shirt. Seconds after he stepped into the laundry room, he shouted to me, ‘What setting do I use on the washing machine?'

'It depends,' I replied. 'What does it say on your shirt?'

He yelled back, 'University of Oklahoma...'

And they say blondes are dumb... ********** What did the DNA say to the other DNA? “Do these genes make me look fat?”

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Jokes h a ha A duck walks into a pub and orders a pint of beer and a ham sandwich.

The barman looks at him and says, "Hang on!

You're a duck."

"I see your eyes are working," replies the duck.

"And you can talk" exclaims the barman.

"I see your ears are working, too," says the duck.

"Now if you don't mind, can I have my beer and my sandwich please?"

"Certainly, sorry about that, says the barman as he pulls the duck's pint.

"It's just we don't get many ducks in this pub.

What are you doing round this way?"

"I'm working on the building site across the road," explains the duck. "I'm a plasterer."

The flabbergasted barman cannot believe the duck and wants to learn more, but takes the hint when the duck pulls out a newspaper from his bag and proceeds to read it. So, the duck reads his paper, drinks his beer, eats his sandwich, bids the barman good day and leaves. The same thing happens for two weeks.

Then one day the circus comes to town.

The ringmaster comes into the pub for a pint and the barman says to him "You're with the circus, aren't you? Well, I know this duck that could be just brilliant in your circus. He talks, drinks beer, eats sandwiches, reads the newspaper and everything!"

"Sounds marvelous," says the ringmaster, handing over his business card.

"Get him to give me a call."

So the next day when the duck comes into the pub the barman says, "Hey Mr. Duck, I reckon I can line you up with a top job, paying really good money."

"I'm always looking for the next job," says the duck. "Where is it?"

"At the circus" says the barman.

"The circus?" repeats the duck.

"That's right," replies the barman.

The duck asks again, "With the big tent?"

“Yeah," the barman replies.

"With all the animals who live in cages, and performers who live in caravans?" says the duck.

"Of course," the barman replies.

"And the tent has canvas sides and a big canvas roof with a hole in the middle?" persists the duck.

"That's right!" says the barman.

The duck shakes his head in amazement, and says..."What the f*** would they want with a plasterer??!" ********** A Yorkshire man takes his cat to the vet.

Yorkshireman: "Ayup, lad, I need to talk to thee about me cat."

Vet: "Is it a tom?"

Yorkshireman: "Nay, I've browt it with us." ********** A Yorkshireman's wife dies and the widower decides that her headstone should have the words "She were thine" engraved on it.

He calls the stone mason, who assures him that the headstone will be ready a few days after the funeral.

True to his word the stone mason calls the widower to say that the headstone is ready and would he like to come and have a look.

When the widower gets there he takes one look at the stone to see that it's been engraved "She were thin".

He explodes: "'ells bells man, you've left the bloody "e" out, you've left the bloody "e" out!"

The stone mason apologises profusely and assures the poor widower that it will be rectified the following morning.

Next day comes and the widower returns to the stone mason: "There you go sir, I've put the "e" on the stone for you".

The widower looks at the stone and then reads out aloud: "E, she were thin." ********** Bloke from Barnsley with piles asks chemist, "Nah then lad, does tha sell arse cream?"

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Hey Diddle Riddle

1. The British cyclist Chris Froome was actually born in which country?

1. How do eight eights add up to one thousand?

2. Best known by his initials, which fictional character had the first names of John Ross?

3. Who invented the first rigid Airship in 1900?

4. Who is Antoine Domino better known as?

5. For which profession is Sir Charles Barry known?

6. George Stubbs was a painter and engraver who specialised in painting which animals?

7. Ganymede is the largest moon of which planet?

2. Two men are in a desert. They both have backpacks on. One of the guys is dead. The guy who is alive has his backpack open and the guy who is dead has his backpack closed.

What is in the dead man’s backpack?

3. I can be long or can be short, I can be black, white, brown, or purple. You can find me the world over and I am often the main feature. What am I? 4. The more there is, the less you see. What am I?

8. In what country of the UK is Lindholme prison situated?

5. What is full of holes but still holds a lot of water?

9. Which cathedral in Cambridgeshire was founded in 1109?

10. What is the Sunday before Easter Sunday known as?

6. What word looks the same upside down and backward?

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1 From that place (6)

4 Former name of Iran (6)

2 Root vegetable (7)

8 Mistake (5)

3 See eye to eye (5)

9 Obstacle (7)

5 On the way (2,5)

10 Nuts from a horse-chestnut tree (7)

6 Backbone (5)

11 Exhaust (3,2)

7 Sudden and unexpected (6)

12 Remaining indefinitely (9)

9 Onlooker (9)

17 Category (5)

13 Make a firm decision (7)

19 Ten-sided figure (7)

14 Female big cat (7)

21 Cattle thief (7)

15 Frightened (6)

22 That is (Latin) (2,3)

16 Part of the foot (6)

23 More expensive (6) 24 Tittle-tattle (6)

18 Bewildered (2,3) 20 One of the Marx Brothers (5)

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LIBRA: September 23 - October 22 A time to stop dreaming, get real, and see what´s right there in front of your eyes! Grab the opportunities that surround you! Sport and outdoor activities will benefit your mental and spiritual wellbeing SCORPIO: October 23 - November 21 You may be bored but it´s important to assess the pros and cons before acting on impulse to change jobs or partnerships.

More than ever, it´s important to think before speaking SAGITTARIUS: November 22 December 21 Exercise caution in making decisions and take time to plan, remembering too that the support of others will help in achieving goals. Single Sagittarians will find love smiling upon them CAPRICORN: December 22 - January 20 Ideas and Ideals will crystallise, reaping rewards and success. Try to avoid misunderstandings in relationships which otherwise become problems larger than warranted. Avoid too much spicy and street food or stomach problems may ensue AQUARIUS: January 21 - February 19 A short holiday, with chance to relax, would benefit Aquarians during August. Take care in dealing with in-laws and step children who may misunderstand your sentiment and motives PISCES: February 20 - March 20 August is a great time for Pisceans to express feelings and to strengthen communication in general but more especially within a romantic relationship. You will feel energised and able to enjoy life to the full

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lPolar Air For Professional and reliable servicing, repairs and installation of A/C at competitive rates by a qualified technician. Call Jordan 655 211 192 or visit www.polarair.eu lCHS Cooling and Heating Solutions. All makes of air conditioning, serviced and installed. Also Solar, Heating and swimming pool heat pumps.

Call: 655 791 167 Email: chsspain@gmail.com

lLT Construction - is a building company based in the Velez Malaga area. We specialise in all aspects of design, building license application & construction, we have over 14 years of expertise in creating individual building solutions for our clients.

Our local knowledge of the land and its soil types and how best to deal with the challenges posed by them - means that we are the best-suited company to advise you on your building requirements. Call Lee Talbot on 659324586 info@ltconstruction.es www.ltconstruction.es

lConnect Air Conditioning. Supplying the latest in heat pump technology at the best prices. Contact Sean: 639 738 624 www.connectairconditioning.com Email: connect.aircon@hotmail.com

AWNINGS lAwnings - Blinds - Mosquito Screens, Glass Curtain Repairs, Replacement of plastic jointing strips, New Installations, Roller Shutters / Repairs.

New installations, Conversion from manual to motorised. Call Julian: 655 825 931

BEAUTY & BOUTIQUE lThe Studio Hair & Beauty Cruce de Periana, Puente don Manuel, (Just down from the Butchers) Call: 951 204 158 or 654 897 410 lThe Studio Izzi & Capelli Paseo Maritimo de Poniente 17, Torre del Mar, (Close to the Lighthouse & Tennis courts) Call: 952 965 646 or 608 782 348

lJohn Housby, Building, Plastering, Tiling & Painting. For a quotation ring John: 699 261 414.

Email: housbyjohn@gmail.com

CARPENTERS lQuality Bespoke Wooden Furniture. Your design brought to life. Any size, colour or design for homes, gardens and businesses. www.weswoodwork.com Telephone: 679 171 008

CAR ACCESSORIES lWindow Tinting, A mobile service for your convenience, ITV legal and certified. Cut out annoying glare. Stop U/V. Protect children and pets.

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CARERS lProfessional carer live-in and day/night care specialising in dementia, alzheimers, anxiety, cancer, palliative care, parkinsons, stroke, mobility etc... Great flexibility. For more info call: Carmen on 644 441 783 or email:carmenlopez36@hotmail.com lThe Care Company Private Care Team provides all levels of care for people in their own homes, providing hourly visits to 24hr live in care.

Call us for a free assessment. 657 969 710 / 635 437 998 FB: The Care Company

CHIROPODISTS lRegisitered Chiropodist/Podiatrist offering a complete footcare service in the comfort of your own home. Over 25yrs exp NHS & private.

Call: 636 866 715

CLEANING lUltra Clean, Clean & Changeovers, key holding, house-keeping, laundry, window cleaning, gardening etc.. Call Pammy: 674 597 984 Torre del Mar area

COMPUTERS lDavid Fenton: Computer Help Specialist. Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer since 2000. House calls, remote assistance or bring it to me. Help and impartial advice with all types of technology. Tel 952 549 607, Mob 654 899 976

COMPUTER SERVICES lSteve’s Computer and Laptop Service.

Providing a thorough health check/repair for corrupted software and removal of virus/malware infections. Sales of used/refurbished laptops at competitive prices. Call Steve in Torrox: 634347055 Email: sfmay@hotmail.com

DAMP PROOFING lElectro-OS S.L. Immediately effective. 20 Year guarantee. Tel: 958 656 560 / 619 666 363 www.electro-os.com info@Electro-os.com

DENTISTRY lClinica Europa Centro internacional, Blq. 86, Torrox Costa. Call: 952 53 09 08 Email: info@clinicaeuropa.eu

lDentadanes s.c Dental Clinic Offering Danish, top quality dental care at competitive prices. Est. since 1991. We speak English, Danish, German, Dutch, French and Spanish Tel: 952 529 666 Mon-Fri 10-5pm www.dentadanes.com

DRAIN CLEARANCE lDrain & Leak Solutions Your underground plumbers! High pressure water jetting, Drain tracing CCTV, Septic tank problems & installations, baths, sinks & toilets unblocked, leak detection & repairs.

Fully qualified and fully legal. No call out fee!!

Tel: 951 310 111 / 651 111 005 www.drain&leak.com

ELECTRICIANS lSparkinspain - Electrical installations & maintenance. Local from Nerja to Velez-Malaga & inland to Competa and Frigiliana.Tel Colin 951 242 449/Mob 666707297 sparkinspain@rocketmail.com Web: www.english-electrician-nerja.com

ELECTRIC SUPPLIERS lDo you pay too much for your electricity?

Contact Daniel from AxarEnergy today on: 662 114 241. We work with more than 25 companies and there is no cost to you for switching! Visit our office Camino Viejo de Malaga, 41, Velez Malaga. www.axarenergy.com / dlopez@axarenergy.com

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Ctr. Almeria 194D, Benajarafe. Tel 952 436 781 Mobile & Whatsapp 609 436 537 mail: info@axarquiaproperties.com Web www.axarquiaproperties.com lBuy A Home Spain Calle Pintor Cipriano Maldonado 7A, Edificio Salares, 29740, Torre del Mar. (Opposite the bus station) Call: 952 547 554 or 680 210 414. Email: info@buyahomespain.com Website: www.buyahomespain.com lAndalucia Real Estate (Belgian management)- sales and renovations since 2005 – Axarquia area – Dutch/Belgian/English market. Av. De Los Cipreses 16, Frigiliana. 0034-952 53 44 81 or 0034-666 82 17 96 info@andaluciarealestate.eu www.andaluciarealestate.eu lAndalucia4you.net Advice on the entire buying-selling process including property management and reforms. Avda. Andalucia 125, Caleta de Velez. Call: 952 72 08 32 or whatsapp 634 35 70 26 Email: contact@andalucia4you.net www.andalucia4you.net lImmotions Real Estate, selling to Belgian, Dutch, English, Spanish & Scandinavian clients. We offer; one go-to person, renovation guidance, after-sales service and much more! Call +34/654 899 531 or +34/656 823 048 Website: immotionsrealestate.com E-mail: info@immotionsrealestate.com lBluCee Inmobiliaria / Real Estate Bespoke service by dedicated team covering Málaga, Axarquia and Costa Tropical. Sales. We are listing specialists. www.blucee.com info@blucee.com Tel: 0034 711 042 727 lUnspoilt Andalusia, Established 2002, selling country and village properties. Our aim has always been to make any sales or purchase experience easy, helping our clients along after completion! Offices just off the main A356 road in Trapiche village. www.unspoiltandalusia.com Email: unspoiltandalusia@gmail.com Tel/WhatsApp: +34 606010580 lCountry Properties 29754 Competa - Málaga Plaza Almijara, 21 & Avd. Constitución, 33 Tel.: +34 952 51 61 78 29770 Torrox - Málaga Calle Elisa Ortigosa, 7 Tel.: +34 952 53 91 25 29740 Torre del Mar Málaga Avda. Andalucia, 32B Tel.: +34 952 54 18 86 / 654 693 680 www.countryproperties.net sales@countryproperties.net

lAxarquia Real Estate.com If you are looking to buy or sell property we guarantee you a professional service. Contact us on: 663 09 37 82 or email: enquiries@axarquiarealestate.com Cruce Puente don Manuel 4, Edificio Al Zabel, Alcaucin.

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EST AGENTS/PROPERTY RENTALS lSpanish Management Vinuela (next to the Farmacia) Sales, Rentals, Management, Holidays. Professional advice with 17 years experience in Spain.

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FISH & CHIPS lThe Town Frier at The Belvedere. All Your Chippy Favourites. Fish & Chips, Kebabs, Pies... All freshly cooked. Eat-in or takeaway. Please call or Whatsapp: 608 531 601 or 610 100 908.

Avienda de Colon, No. 1 Torre del Mar.

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FINANCIAL SERVICES lSpectrum IFA Group, Specialist Financial Advice to Expatriates across Europe. Our expertise covers Retirement & Pension Planning including QROPS, Life Assurance, Efficient Investing (using Insurance wrappers), Succession & Inheritance Tax Planning, Currency Exchange & much more.

Contact Antony on 0034 639 418 017

FUNERAL DIRECTORS lLa Esperanza Funeral Parlour.

Funeral Directors with their own funeral parlours and crematorium with more than 50 years experience in the Malaga province. Telephone 952 50 15 81, 24 hours a day 365 days a year (in case of death/emergencies)

FURNITURE lCudeca Hospice Charity Shop – Torre del Mar C/ Infante 21 – Edf. Jamaica Bajo Tel: 663 083 273 Mon-Sat 10.00 – 13.30 / Mon- Fri 17:00 – 20.00.

Nerja C/ Almirante Carranza 15 Tel: 663 083 503 Mon-Sat 10.00 – 13.30 www.cudeca.org

GARDENING lRed Palm Beetles, Wasps, Ants, Woodlice, Mice, Rats and all pests. Processionary Moths. Call us for treatment and disposal of these garden problems. Tel: 634 431 099

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The Sentinella Paginas lHaving Erosion Problems? We can show you a green solution which is used successfully worldwide. Visit our website at www.vetiverspain.com or contact us at 692 288 657 lAxarquia Gardening - Garden and pool maintenance and all the jobs that are related to gardening. Contact us on: 644 930 221 FB - axarquiagardening Email: axarquiagardening@gmail.com

GARDEN FURNITURE lDe Tropen - Specialist in garden furniture, 13.000m2, all models in stock. www.detropen.es Location: Autovía del Mediterraneo A-7 (Exit 272), 29700 Velez Malaga, Entrance behind Repsol gasoline station.

Tel. 642 651 074

HANDYMAN SERVICES lSteve The Handyman: 669 969 570. No job too small. Quick courteous service. Flat pack furniture expert, painting & decorating. Honest and reliable, 17 years in Spain.

HEATING lRedwell® – the leading brand in Infrared Heating Systems. White panels and designs like mirrors, pictures, glass etc. Low consumption, low running time due to partial storage material inside.

Prevents damp. Contact/showroom: Avda. El Faro, Bl. 75, bajo 9, Torrox Costa, call 952 539 742, sscharler@gmx.de, www.redwell.com

INSURANCE lGPS Insurance Services - For all your Insurance needs (Personal & Business) Check out our easy to navigate website to request quotes www.gpsinsuranceservices.com email: admin@gpsinsuranceservices.com Tel/Whatsapp: 711 021 479 lLinea Directa, Car insurance starts from 194€.

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lLiberty Seguros The Expats No. 1 choice for insurances. Avda. Andalucia, 61 Blq 1, Local E, Torre del Mar. Call: 951 552 085 / 617 967 668 Email: libertyexpatsmalaga@gmail.com FB: Liberty Seguros Expats Malaga

KENNELS & CATTERIES lHome From Home Dog Boarding at my 10,000m2 finca in Riogordo. No kennels just lots of exercise, fun and cuddles. Also pet paw casting and bespoke animal sculptures in cement.

Call: 678 189 019 or e-mail: riogordo@mail.com www.homefromhome.weebly.com.

LANGUAGES lLanguage Classes Online. Learn Spanish online or in presence! We speak English, German and Italian. All levels catered for.

Home lessons available. www.languagesclassonline.com Email: team@languagesclassonline FB: @languageclassesonline Tel: 648 69 77 96 lInlingua: Spanish classes for non-Spanish speakers in Velez Malaga. Certified bilingual teachers. Dynamic methodologies adapted for all levels. Also in English, French and German.

Online or face-to-face sessions. Call: 952 55 85 24 / 626 21 91 68 FB:@delibesformacion Email: info@inlinguavelezmalaga.com lTrilingo Idiomas is a British run language academy based in Velez-Malaga offering English and Spanish to Expats, from beginners to advanced – call Mark or Donna on: 951 768 175 / 679 792 329

LAWYERS lCS Abogados, Spanish solicitors, specialists in property law. English Spoken. Torrox Costa, 952 697 004 Urb. Costa del Oro local 8, (in front of Mercadona). Torre del Mar, 951 832 130 Calle Rioja, 69, Edificio Salares, local A. (Near the Bus Station). Free initial consultation, Email: info@cslawyers.es / www.cslawyers.es l De Cotta Law Spanish Abogados & English Lawyers. Consultations and advice on all legal matters, including Visas and Wills.

Conveyancing specialists. www.decottalaw.com.

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The Sentinella Paginas MAN & VAN lMan & Van Transport, Clearances, 15€ p/hour and 0.25c per KM. Extra man 10€ p/hour. Call Jan 643 623 684

METALWORK lMetalwork made to measure - Gates, Doors, Rejas. M.O.T. welding and on-site repairs. All areas. Also building work. All work guaranteed.

Andy: 676 719 066 Email: sainbena@hotmail.com

MOBILIE HAIR & BEAUTY lEnglish Mobile Hair & Beauty by Verity Alexandra. Fully qualified, with 15 years experience. All treatments in the comfort of your own home. Tel +34 680 740 545.

Email: verityhairsalon@aol.com Facebook: chiquehairandbeautynerja

MOBILITY SERVICES lBlue Badge Mobility.S.L Hire & Sales of Mobility Scooters, Wheelchairs, Bathroom aids, Toilet Aids, Stair Lifts, Long term rentals, Best prices on the Costa. Quality Service. Contact Gary Or Sara 952967015/635445279 www.bluebadgemobility.com

MOSQUITO/FLY SCREENS lMosquito Screens made to measure & repairs.

Plus nets for your pets too with reinforced dog flap.

Call: 674 617 379. No call out fee!

MOTORCYCLE REPAIRS lRods motorcycles. Mobile motorcycle service and repairs. From scooters to superbikes. All makes and models. Factory trained technician.

Contact 633 287 190.

OPTICIANS lHeiko by Heiko, Avda Andalucia 119, Torre del Mar 952 967 923

PARAGLIDING lParagliding gift vouchers. Give a dream to your loved ones or fulfil your dream. Fly with an instructor with 30 years exp. without risk, over some incredible landscapes in the mountains and the sea, landing gently in front of a beach bar. www.parapentegranada.info

PLUMBERS lAndy Mann UK Corgi-registered Domestic Water and Gas services. All areas covered. Combi boiler technician. Emergency Breakdowns Tel: 633 875 588 Email: andymann_genesis@yahoo.co.uk lPlumbing by Chris, repairs, replacement and reforms. Est. since 1982. Call Chris: 674 617 379.

No call out fee!

PRINTER INK CARTRIDGES lInk Cartridges for all makes of Printers. Original or Compatible. Tuesdays: Jardines del Trapiche Market. or call for free delivery 627 242 977 email: sales@printerink.es

PROPERTY RENTALS lBuy A Home Spain C/ Pintor Cipriano Maldonado 7A, Edificio Salares, 29740, Torre del Mar Call: 952 547 554 or 680 210 414.

Email: info@buyahomespain.com Website: www.buyahomespain.com

REMOVALS lTony Roam Transport & Removals. 17 Years to & from Spain / UK / Spain. Up to 4 weeks free storage UK and Spain. Es 636 393 542 / UK 09793 362 003 WhatsApp either number.

Email tonyroam@btconnect.com Website for further information & prices. www.tonyroamremovals.com lAlcala Transport, Fully Legal, Spanish registered Transport/Removals Company with dedicated pet transport van. Operating locally for over 12 years.

We run two vans twice per month to & from the UK/Europe. Colin for a no obligation quote on 0034 608 085 700 or 0044 7936886822 Email: alcalamav@gmail.com

RESTAURANTS lTaj Mahal (Torre del Mar) Avenida Andalucia, Bloque Jupiter, Pasaje Timon 2, Calle Timon, Torre del Mar Tel: 952 547 798 or 665 675 053 lTaj Mahal (Puente don Manuel) Next door to Chiringuito Antonios, Venta Baja Tel: 952 510 886 / 667 934 731 lIndian Palace Barriada Buena Vista, Puente don Manuel Tel: 952 510 963 Mob: 616 942 212 Email: indianpalacealcaucin@gmail.com www.indianpalacealcaucin.blogspot.com

SATELLITE T.V. lTotal Satellite Installations Call Phil on: 629 556 266. Email: TotalSat@gmx.com

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VETS lPet Vet Clinic La Herradura, Vaccinations, X-Ray, Dentistry, Operations, Pet Shop & More... C/Alhambra Nº3, La Herradura. Tel: 609 977 564 We speak: English, German, Swedish, Finnish & Spanish

VINYL SOLUTIONS lWhy replace when you can renovate? Revamp tired looking kitchens, fridge and freezer doors, bathrooms, wall panels, wardrobes etc.. No painting involved... just vinyl. Call Ian: 644 546 176

SWIMMING POOLS lCosta Swimming Pools, Specialists in steps and ledge construction, acid cleaning and re-grouting.

Compete pool reforms. All areas covered.

Call: 711 022 774 for a free quote

WEBSITE DESIGN lWebsite design and online marketing services to suit all your needs and budgets. Free Consultation, 20 years of experience.

Cristiana@beonwebdesign.com 624 47 00 85 www.BeonWebdesign.com

WINDOW TINTING lHeat reflective tint for; windows, doors, glass curtains, glass roofs, reduce cooling costs and insulate the glass to retain winter heat. Be comfortable indoors! Call: 644 546 176 ian@solarshadetinting.com

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