December & January 2017 Edition

MERRY CHRISTMAS & A HAPPY NEW YEAR

CLUB SIBERME CLUB SIERRA BERMEJA SOCIO-CULTURAL DE ESTEPONA

INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA FOR ALL ENGLISH SPEAKING PEOPLE of San Pedro - Estepona - Casares - Manilva Sotogrande & Beyond

December 2016 / January 2017 Edition www.siberme.com

Email: clubsiberme@hotmail.com

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ICE Magazine Contents Page 5 President’s Letter, The Lift Inauguration Pages 6 & 7 AGM Notice Page 8 Bulletin Board, Lottery Winners October Pages 9 ,10 & 11 Past Events Page 12 December & January Events Pages 13/14 December Calendar Pages 14/15 December / January Calendar Pages 16 Christmas Greetings Page 27 Blevins Franks Article

Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 32 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 38

I.C.E. Golf Society News Looking Foreward Technology Matters & Photo Corner History of The Last Post Members Article Leisure Page, Christmas Quiz General Information Committee and Advert Information Just for a Smile, Quiz Answers

Thanks to all those who have contributed items for your magazine this edition, please keep them coming.

WANTED: Further input from members for your magazine, articles , experiences, useful information, recipes, anything of interest.

It is getting more difficult to fill the pages.

President: Sue Potter Editor: Sheila Fox Advertising: J ackie Simmonds Disclaimer: - The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the contents of articles nor the claims made by advertisers.

Printed by Digiprint, Avda Litoral, Edificio Visamar, Blq 2 Local 9, 29680 Estepona Visit Our New Improved Club Website: www.siberme.com Free Wi-Fi for members at the clubhouse. Now upgraded to 8Mb The magazine is published on the website on or before the first day of each month.

PLEASE MENTION ICE CLUB & MAGAZINE WHEN CONTACTING ADVERTISERS.

Editorial: Well, here it is my first ICE magazine. I hope you all like it. It has indeed been interesting putting this together and I have enjoyed it immensely. When Terry announced his intention to step down from the post at the next AGM, I made tentative enquiries about the amount of work involved, and here is the result. The position of editor is not yet mine, until and if, I am voted into the position at the AGM. Meantime, I am practising! You can contact me at the email address below or on either of the two telephone numbers. I hope you will support me by continuing to provide input for the magazine.

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year.

Sheila Fox Editor Sheila Fox Email:safoxuk@gmail.com Phone 951 890 251 Mobile 671 232 906 Web: www.siberme.com

PLEASE REMEMBER

YOUR I.C.E club is managed and run entirely by volunteers, including catering and bar staff, event organisers and your voted committee. All those that have volunteered say ‘it is a great way to make new friends.’

Why not get involved?

FACT: Without volunteers, the club could not exist.

REQUIRED URGENT: KITCHEN AND BAR STAFF. 3

Estepona Osteopathic Clinic

PAUL KNIGHT

Bsc(Hons) Ost. Specialist treatment for back, neck and limb injuries, children and expectant mothers.

Mobile: 625 957 673 1D, First Floor, 124, Avenida de España, Estepona Located immediately opposite the underground car park entrance, facing the sea.

OPTICA MACHIN

A cut Above

English Optometrist now available for consultation on the Costa del Sol.

Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO Av. Litoral – Ed. Vistamar Blq. 2 – Local 1 29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA Tel: 952 806 813 Full Eye Examinations: Glaucoma Screening: Designer & Non-Designer frames & lenses: Sunglasses: (prescription & non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits: (by appointment) Contact Lens Fitting.

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Tuesday to Friday OAP days are Tuesday to Friday We are closed on Mondays Estepona Port Opposite Club Nautico

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President’s Letter: Well here we are in the last month of the year and only a few weeks until Christmas, at least we know it won't be snowy here on the Costa del Sol. What a great 28th birthday party we had, here's to our 29th.

Unfortunately we can't hold our usual Christmas lunch at the Club so our outing to Neli G's will have to be our main celebration meal so don't forget to book your place with Maggie. Don't forget the December trip to Malaga lights.

Maureen Baldwin Winkle is opening the Club for her usual Christmas Day get together, please remember to donate some secret santa pressies.

January sees our Welcome Back party with Stelvis and the rambler's lunch towards the end of January.

January's trip is to Malaga sales and or car museum.

Who would have thought way back in May when we signed the contract for the lift it would take 6 months before we could use it, but, what an asset to the Club it is, I overheard one person say it's the best thing since sliced bread!

Happy Christmas and a healthy and peaceful new year to all members and their families. Sue

I.C.E. CLUB GOES UP IN THE WORLD

Well, one floor only!!!!!!!! The lift is now completed and was presented to the members for use on Thursday 10th November. Joan Thompson and Ray Oldfield, founder members of the ICE Club, assisted by Rob Potter maintenance manager, took the first official ride in the new lift.

What started as an inquiry during 2015 from Noreen and Dan Cook, having stated more and more members are becoming less able to use the stairs. The subject was brought to the committee at the 2015 AGM and a statement within the minutes by the past President was that a lift was within long term plans. The current President stated and minuted within AOB of that AGM that if the committee decided a lift was feasible a vote would be taken among members at a future AGM. As my former employment was within the lift industry I was asked by the committee to investigate the possibility installing a disabled persons lift within the stairwell area and making this a feature within a glass shaft. Five lift companies were approached, one declined and one failed to respond, quotations were received from three companies.

A decision was then taken, that during November a vote would take place during an EGM, on a selection of proposals regarding installing a lift and/or toilet facilities on the upper floor. A 66% vote being required for a proposal to be passed. On this occasion the lift received 59% of votes so was not passed.

A proposal was then received from Barbara Blackburn and seconded by Angela Franks, for a lift only.

That a vote took place during the 2016 AGM. On this occasion, 91% of members present agreed that a lift should be installed and the committee agreed this would be done in the best interests of the club.

Many discussions took place and it was agreed that having a lift installed within the stairwell would not be the most favorable decision, hence the lift being in its current position, within its own purpose built shaft. It now looks as though it has always been there. An architect and builder were employed by the club, and the Spanish lift company, General Elevadores XXI, S.L. ,was given instructions to supply a lift able to carry 3 persons or a wheelchair with one carer. The works being overseen by our maintenance manager Rob Potter. Some difficulties were experienced along the way but all has turned up as a great investment by the club respecting the needs for less able amongst its members.

All up and down from here on!!!!!!

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THE INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (I.C.E.) SIBERME THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

POSTAL VOTING

The Annual General Meeting will take place on Thursday 2nd March 2017. As agr eed pr eviously, Members who are unable to attend may vote by Postal Vote. (See below) May I draw your attention to Article 8 in the Club Statutes?

Article 8

Subject to the provisions of Article 9, all resolutions proposed at a General Meeting will be

approved only if a favourable vote is forthcoming from a majority of the Members present or represented. Each Member shall be entitled to one vote only. Any Member unable to attend may personally apply

to the Secretary for a postal vote for the published agenda. It will be issued specifically for that Member. Such postal vote will be valid only and exclusively for the meeting specified to which it relates and only for the nominated item or items indicated on the Agenda and verified on the postal voting form, which shall be submitted to the Secretary not less than 24 hours prior to the time of the first call for such meeting. The President may direct that a sealed ballot is taken for the vote on any resolution which, in his or her opinion, is likely to be particularly contentious.

You can apply to the Secretary for a postal vote in person, by letter, by telephone, by e-mail anytime from now until the Sunday before the meeting ( Sunday 26th February).

Please apply as early as possible to allow our Secretary time to record your request and obviously if you are applying for a Postal Vote by post and would like to receive your voting papers by post then allow sufficient time.

Our Secretary’s details are:Margaret Whittley ICE Club Secretary, C/o The ICE Club, Urbanization Bahia Dorada, Entrance 5, Km. 149, A7, Estepona 29680, Målaga.

Tel:- 951972577 or 634328114 e-mail: mwhittley83@gmail.com Margaret will need to know your membership number, your name, your address, your contact telephone number and your e-mail address if you have one. She also needs to know how you want the Postal Voting Form sending to you i.e. by hand, by post or by e-mail.

The Agenda will be known 20 days before the meeting and the form will be sent to you as soon as is possible after this date.

It will be your responsibility to see that the form is returned to the Secretary not less than 24hours before the A.G.M. (i.e. before 10.00am on Wednesday 1st March.)** ** To facilitate both last minute personal requests for a Postal Vote and the return of Postal Voting papers, Margaret will be in the Clubhouse (normal opening hours) on both Sunday, February 26th, and, for returning Postal Voting papers only, on Tuesday, February 28th.

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THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Information and advice for Members

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on Thursday 2nd March Entry strictly by top floor door only. First call 10.00am, second call 10.30am.

All Members have the right to participate in any AGM and to vote on all resolutions put forward.

Any Member may introduce a proposal at the AGM but must submit the proposal in writing to the Club Secretary not less than twenty days before the Meeting. The document has to be signed by the Proposer and countersigned by a Member seconding and supporting the proposal.

Any proposal concerning the Statutes cannot be accepted. Statutes can only be changed at an E.G.M. convened for that purpose.

The Agenda for the Meeting will be published in the Club Magazine and on the Club Website and Notice Board on the Club Premises not less than twenty days before the date of the Meeting.

Any Member unable to attend the Meeting may apply personally by telephone, in writing, by e-mail, via the website, or in person to the Secretary for a Postal Vote for the published agenda. The application may be at any time and should indicate the method of delivery of same. No Member may apply for a Postal Vote for any other Member. The Postal Vote will be issued specifically to the applying Member.

Such Postal Vote must be returned to the Secretary not less than 24 hours prior to the time of the first call for the Meeting.

In "Any Other Business" any item concerning The Club may be discussed. Proposals may be made and voted upon provided that: They do not involve Changes to the Statutes (see the rule above).

They do not involve changes to The Rules. Any proposition concerning The Rules must appear on The Agenda so that the Members will have due notice of same.

The following committee positions will be vacant at the time of AGM and elections will take place during this AGM: Magazine Editor and 2 committee positions.

The following is a total of committee positions available for nomination and voting at time of AGM: 3 committee positions as above.

Nominations from any member willing to be considered to undertake any of the above positions must apply to the club secretary for the nomination form to be completed and returned not less than 20 days before AGM (Thursday 9th February).

To comply with Club Statutes Article 19: Unless opposed the following committee member is willing to continue their current positions: Diane Hackett, Housekeeper Terry Smith is retiring from committee position as Magazine Editor.

Tracy Bird is retiring from committee.

Club Statutes Article 19: Any other Member seeking election to the Committee, whether as one of the Principal Officers or otherwise, shall submit written notice of his or her intention to the Secretary, countersigned by ten other Club Members supporting such nomination, not less than twenty days prior to the next General Meeting.

The first member to sign the nomination form, needs to be aware and willing to stand up and introduce the prospective committee member and state why they would be eligible for the position for the good of the club.

Please note members wishing to apply for the posts of President or Vice President must have been a member for at least 2 years.

Closing date for nominations being Thursday 9th February. A secret vote will then take place at the AGM for positions stated.

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Lottery Winners October 1st Val Morgan 2nd Martin Monahan 3rd Doug Mitchell Club

44€ 22€ 11€ 33€

Bulletin

Board

BOOK LIBRARY: CAN MEMBERS PLEASE NOT SUBMIT HARDBACK BOOKS TO THE LIBRARY, PAPERBACKS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED. Returned books should be placed at the foot of the first half of the alphabet as designated - the librarian will then sort.

DVD Library: Can members please ensure they sign for all borrowed films and add membership number, Please return films as soon as possible and sign as returned.

Jigsaw Puzzles: There is a selection of jigsaw puzzles available stored under the video library. They are mostly 500 pieces, some 1,000.

Glasses, cups etc: Please return to the bar before leaving the club. Please place used unbroken bottles carefully in the bin provided, which is positioned under the dartboard. Return plates and cutlery to the kitchen.

Terrace Doors: Those people who open terrace doors are responsible for closing same.

TRIP CANCELLATIONS MUST BE REFERRED IN FIRST INSTANCE TO THE ORGANISER

ICE Ramblers Group Contact Sue Potter Walk Co-ordinator 637 148 660 or 952 892 386 Ramblers Please Note: The club does not have any Insurance Policy in force in relation to its Rambling activities, and all members and their guests participate entirely at their own risk. Neither the club nor any walk leader will be responsible for any injury or loss suffered by any participant however caused. Those attending rambling events should be suitably attired with stout walking footwear and carry waterproofs in case of weather change. You should carry a packed lunch and adequate liquids for the duration of a ramble.

IMPORTANT: TELL THE BAR STAFF OF ANY BROKEN GLASS AND THEY WILL DISPOSE OF IT. PLEASE NOTE: NOT IN SPAIN? RENEWING YOUR ANNUAL CLUB MEMBERSHIP CAN BE CARRIED OUT BY BANK TRANSFER. FOR DETAILS PLEASE CONTACT CLUB TREASURER TED LUNNISS 608 601 230 EMAIL: ed_lunniss@hotmail.co.uk IMPORTANT, ALL ORGANISERS PLEASE NOTE: THE CLUBHOUSE FURNITURE MUST BE LEFT AS SET FOR A THURSDAY MEETING BEFORE LEAVING THE CLUB. SWITCH OFF LIGHTS, FANS AND AIR CONDITIONERS. SET BUILDING ALARM AND LOCK DOORS.

PLEASE NOTE: Helicopteros Sanitarios does not have an answering machine, the phone will ring until someone picks up. If you receive a message in Spanish you have dialled the wrong number or left out a digit. If you have the facility on your phone enter the number in speed dial.

International Emergency: Phone 112 Helicopteros Sanitarios: 952 81 18 18 - 24 Hours 8

PAST EVENTS Saturday 22nd October – Autumn Fayre A well-attended event as it is each year. The homemade cake stall sold out very quickly, and queues soon formed once the bacon and sausage sandwiches appeared.

Unfortunately, not many competitors for the recycling or photo competitions, the flower arranging having been already cancelled due to lack of interest.

Please, next year let’s have more participation from members.

A very good exhibition by our photo judge, Debra Coleman, was on display.

All the games soon took off as the club opened members being very competitive and the bar was kept busy.

Winners as follows: Photos: Beach, Richard Wood. Estepona, Richard Wood Recycling: 1st Di Hackett 2nd Keith Rumsey Treasure Hunt: Chick Danby Quoits: Alistair Frew Golf: Cheryth Ranshaw Skittles: Audrey Jinks Shove Halfpenny: Helen Rumsey Darts Meat Pie: 176 Ted Lunniss Darts Secret Number: Brenda Taylor Thanks to Doug for taking over the organising at short notice, all those who helped set up the event and man the activities, and of course the bar staff. A very successful event.

Terry Smith Saturday 5th November - I.C.E. 28th Birthday Party “Oh what a night, it really was a night”! On arriving at Paraiso Golf, we were welcomed by President Sue & Hubby Rob. A welcome drink was also waiting for us.

Terry’s table plans were in place to show us where to sit and the room, filled with ICE members dressed to the nines, looked great, with the tables beautifully decorated. Having taken our seats, the glamorous raffle ticket squad swooped in, assuring us that every ticket was a winner!

The meal was so nicely presented, delicious to eat and enjoyed by all.

The chef was congratulated a little later in the evening before rushing off to see his two-month-old baby.

As we started our desserts, Mandy started to sing quietly... this was to change a bit later when she had us all on the dance floor which quickly digested the lovely meal.

The champagne raffle was drawn with lots of “It’s me” squeals. Serious dancing then took place as Mandy’s tempo rose. Bodies writhed... some in time with the music! As a bit of a change, Mandy handed the mike to Gerry, her husband, to serenade us. Talk about attitude, Neil Diamond, watch out!

As has become traditional at out Birthday Parties, Terry & Carole Wayne, on behalf of Blevin Franks, donated several restaurant vouchers which were very well received. Mandy & Gerry then kept the dance floor full until 11.30pm. when we had to go home. What a couple of wonderful entertainers they are! Those of us who were on the coach were tired but happy, it was nice not to have to drive, thanks to Terry for organising it. After the quiet Loughrans alighted at Cancelada, all hell broke loose! with the noisy lot singing all the way home! I’m sure you’ll all agree that it was a great Birthday Party.

Thanks to all who made it happen. Looking forward to the 29th. in 2017.

Margaret Loughran

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PAST EVENTS Wednesday 2nd November - Another of Doug’s Popular Mystery Trips Well after last years unforgettable mystery trip, Doug had to ‘sort’ through the ‘dregs’ and ‘dross’ of his ideas to come up with a new venue and not follow the rumours at the club that this trip could be worse than last years ‘rubbish’ at the ‘recycling’ depot. Those members that ‘refuse’ this trip missed a treat what was not ‘offal’ or a ‘waste’.

There was a bit of a worry as some rain had been forecast and Doug had arranged an alternative venue. He need not have worried as it turned out to be a very pleasant warm and sunny day.

Once all pickups were completed the first mystery stop was Parque De La Paloma a very tranquil area situated right in the heart of Benalmádena Costa, Arroyo de la Miel. It covers some 200,000m² and is less than 300m from the coast. This green oasis is entirely man-made and was only opened in the mid-1990s. Over the years, the park has become something of an impromptu animal sanctuary, with rabbits, peacocks, goats, emus, donkeys and various other animals. Some of them wander around freely and are always a big hit with visitors. The bigger animals, the goats, peacocks and emus have been placed and are cared for by the Benalmádena town hall. The rabbits, chickens, guinea pigs and hamsters have been abandoned and have since made the park their home. All of the animals are accustomed to humans and are very tame.

The most recent additions to the park are two donkeys, 'Milagros' and 'Dotty' one of which kept turning its back as soon as Audrey tried taking its photo (she frightens me as well!). There are several lakes, including one large one, with scores of ducks, swans and turtles. You can walk around the lake's perimeter and spot animals in the undergrowth.

A large area houses one of Europe's richest collections of cacti and succulents. Aptly named the cactus garden, el Jardin de Cactus. The garden offers more than 2,000 cacti from over 450 different species. They have been carefully labelled and divided up according to their country of origin.

There are several cafes and kiosks situated throughout the park one of these being sheltered amongst the trees and was the first watering hole for members. The park is easy to find, has ample parking, and would be a great place to take visitors especially grandchildren as there is a large adventure play park.

Our next mystery stop was to Benalmádena Port where we had free time to select our own choice of restaurant for lunch, that choice of which is vast.

After lunch, the ’girls’ made their own mystery choice of a stop at Dunnes at Mijas Costa for some retail therapy. The shop, under refurbishment, will soon be completed to vastly increase its size, what is already completed is very much better presented and has a more modern feel. So armed with shopping bags the ’girls’ returned to the coach much happier.

So after a very delightful day it was off home. Thanks Doug for an excellent trip and we all agreed he should be ’recycled’ for another trip in the near future.

Terry Smith

Thursday 10th November Club Lunch at Marlows. Owing to the fact that we were short of chefs for our usual Thursday Lunch, it was decided to offer a visit to Marlows Restaurant for Fish and Chips. The event, organised by Tracy Bird, proved very popular with 43 people booking tickets. There was a choice of main courses, for those who didn’t want fish, side orders and a choice of desserts. Also included in the price was a free drink. It was a lovely lunch. Thank you Tracy for organising it.

Sheila Fox

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PAST EVENTS LAST TANGO IN LITTLE GRIMLEY by David Tristram, performed by the I.C.E. Players Sex puts bums on seats! That was the message of the play-within-a-play for four actors that Club members and guests were treated to on the 11th, 12th and 13th of November.

Not, you understand, sex of the raunchy and explicit kind you might find on an adult movie channel (I’m told), but more in the nudge-nudge-wink-wink tradition of the Carry On films, Are you being served and Allo Allo.

Our characters were the four remaining members of a village drama group: two actresses played by Helen Warrick-Evans (Joyce) and Louise Rowe (Margaret), the director, playwright and actor (Gordon) played by Keith Ranshaw, and the set-builder and unwilling actor (Bernard), played by Adrian Hall. As we followed their desperate attempts to keep their group alive by focusing on the sexual misdemeanours of their fellow villagers, they brought to mind such well-loved comedians as Ronnie Barker, Hattie Jacques, Beryl Reid and Tony Hancock, to name but a few. Happily the gamble paid off – because sex sells, as Gordon said, and Margaret relented and got her **** out - and they not only played to full houses but were invited to join the cabaret that was to take over their theatre, and the curtain came down on a celebratory tango.

It was an evening of great fun for members, and we hope too for the Theatre Studies students from Sotogrande International School, who attended the first performance as part of their A Level course.

(We also hope their tender young ears weren’t too shocked!)

Many congratulations to the actors, to Julie Wood, the Producer and Director, and to the other Players who provided the technical, organisational and moral support.

We look forward eagerly to your next production!

Sally Holloway

Our Treasure Hunt Prize

Our prize for this year’s Treasure Hunt around Sabinillas was a 70€ voucher for El Estribo Argentinean Restaurant on the Paseo Maritimo in Sabinillas, along with three bottles of wine - red, white & rose.

Doug & I were looking after our Grandson, Iker, for the weekend so we booked a table for 3 for dinner on Saturday 12th November at El Estribo. We all had a really great meal - Doug & Iker had Solomillo de Ternera (huge) and I had Lemon Chicken (excellent). We were made to feel really welcome as soon as we got there and both the food and service were excellent. I can really recommend this restaurant - what a great prize.

The Treasure Hunt itself was a really good morning out and great fun. Thank you, Sue & Rob - we look forward to the next one.

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DECEMBER & JANUARY EVENTS

PLEASE NOTE: TICKET SALES CLOSE 12.30pm ON THURSDAY MORNINGS. CORRECT MONEY PLEASE.

WHEN BOOKING AN EVENT CURRENT MEMBERSHIP CARDS MUST BE SHOWN CANCELLED TICKETS MUST FIRST BE REFERRED TO EVENT ORGANISER

Thursday 8th December - Christmas Lunch at the Clubhouse Unfortunately, due to lack of chefs and unforeseen circumstances, this event has had to be cancelled. We are sorry to disappoint you all. However, we will have our usual Thursday Club Lunch and we will have on site that day - Carol Singers and a Pickle & Jams stall , Kay Fishburn Younique Makeup and also a Jewellery stall.

Saturday 10th December - Annual Trip to Málaga Christmas Lights. 10€ members, 13€ guests First pickup 5.00pm Eroski. Organiser Julie Wood.

Millions of Christmas lights will be switched on in the city, which is the most festive sight you may ever witness. The festive lights will use new LED technology in order to reduce energy consumption and the spectacular display will be illuminated for 40 nights. See the lights switch on, a site not to be missed, as they come on in stages, to welcoming cheers from spectators.

Why not shop, visit the cathedral, or have a meal at the many restaurants some being very traditional Spanish.

Friday 9th December - Quiz Night - 8.00 for 8.30 pm Quiz Master Ron Pegrum Sunday 11th December - Christmas Themed Concert - Carols, Poems, Readings 7.30 for 8.00pm. A light hearted evening. Bring some Christmas finger food. Organiser Anne Hardwick Monday 12th December - Film Night - 7.30 pm for 8.00pm - Nativity 3: Dude, Where's My Donkey?

The third of the Nativity film series by Debbie Isitt. It stars Martin Clunes, Marc Wootton, Catherine Tate with Celia Imrie and Jason Watkins.

Thursday 15th December - Christmas Lunch Out - Venue Nellie G’s, Benavista after the meeting.

This will be our main Christmas Lunch. 3 Courses plus coffee & chocolate truffles.

Tickets 22 € available from Organiser Maggie Whittley Sunday 25th December - Christmas Lunch Time at The Club House On Christmas Day we are opening the club at 12noon until 2.30pm for a social get together.

Only request please bring a plate of Christmas type finger food. Even if you are dining later, you can still spend a pleasant few hours with friends in your club. There will be a free raffle, hopefully I can collect lots of prizes. Don’t be on your own come and join us.

Maureen Baldwin-Winckle Thursday 29th December - the Club will be open as usual with the meeting at 11.30 am. There won’t be a lunch.

JANUARY 2017 Friday 20th January - First meeting of Photography Group. Come along if you are interested in photography or how to edit your photos. We have lots of ideas for future group meetings on this subject.

Saturday 21st January - Welcome Back Party, music by Stelvis to be arranged by Joan Thompson.

Friday 27th January - Trip To Málaga Car Museum and /or Málaga Sales See page 29 for more information about this event Organiser Sue Potter 12

December 2016 DATE

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REGULAR EVENTS 10.30am-2.30pm Bar Open, 11.30am Weekly Meeting 1.00pm Lunch 7.00pm Duplicate Bridge 10.00am - 1.00pm Art Group Rambling 12.30pm-2.30pm Bar Open & Tapas 2.30 - 5.00pm Art Class 11.00 am Mahjong, 11.00-1.30pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 10.30 Adv 11.45 7.30 pm Canasta Rambling 7.00 for 7.30pm Whist 10.30am-2.30pm Bar Open, 11.30am Weekly Meeting 1.00pm Lunch 7.00pm Duplicate Bridge

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Rambling

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12.30pm-2.30pm Bar Open & Tapas

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2.30 - 5.00pm Art Class 11.00 am Mahjong, 11.00-1.30pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 10.30 Adv 11.45 7.30 pm Canasta Rambling 7.00 for 7.30pm Whist 10.30am-2.30pm Bar Open 11.30am Weekly Meeting and Open Forum 7.00pm Duplicate Bridge 10.00am - 1.00pm Art Group Rambling 12.30pm-2.30pm Bar Open & Tapas 2.30 - 5.00pm Art Class 11.00 am Mahjong, 11.00-1.30pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 10.30 Adv 11.45 7.30 pm Canasta 10.30am Rambling 7.00 for 7.30pm Whist 10.30am-2.30pm Bar Open, 11.30am Weekly Meeting 1.00pm Lunch 7.00pm Duplicate Bridge

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EXTRA EVENTS

2.00 pm Slimmers' Group

2.30 pm Keep Fit PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN CONSTITUTION DAY

PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN CONSTITUTION DAY 2.00 pm Slimmers' Group 8.00 for 8.30 pm Quiz Night Trip to Malaga Christmas Lights 7.30 for 8.00pm Christmas Themed Concert, Carols, Poems, Readings 7.30 for 8.00pm Film Night 2.30 pm Keep Fit 2.00pm Committee Meeting

Christmas Lunch Out Nellie G's 2.00 pm Slimmers' Group

2.30 pm Keep Fit

December 2016 Continued 25 Dec 26 Dec 27 Dec 28 Dec

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12 Noon - 2.30 pm Christmas Lunchtime Get-together PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN IN LIEU OF CHRISTMAS DAY ALSO GIBRALTAR PUBLIC HOLIDAY GIBRALTAR IN LIEU OF BOXING DAY 10.30am-2.30pm Bar Open 11.30am Weekly Meeting & Lottery 7.00pm Duplicate Bridge

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REGULAR EVENTS 12.30pm-2.30pm Bar Open & Tapas PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN & GIBRALTAR NEW YEARS DAY 2.30 - 5.00pm Art Class 11.00 am Mahjong, 11.00-1.30pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 10.30 Adv 11.45 7.30 pm Canasta Rambling 7.00 for 7.30pm Whist 10.30am-2.30pm Bar Open, 11.30am Weekly Meeting 1.00pm Lunch 7.00pm Duplicate Bridge 10.00am - 1.00pm Art Group PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN - EPIPHANY Rambling 12.30pm-2.30pm Bar Open & Tapas

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January 2017 EXTRA EVENTS

2.30pm Keep Fit

2.00 pm Slimmers' Group 8.00 for 8.30 pm Quiz Night

7.30 for 8.00pm Film Night

11.00 am Mahjong, 11.00-1.30pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 10.30 Adv 11.45 7.30 pm Canasta 10.30am Rambling 7.00 for 7.30pm Whist 10.30am-2.30pm Bar Open, 11.30am Weekly Meeting & Open Forum, 1.00pm Lunch 7.00pm Duplicate Bridge 10.00am - 1.00pm Art Group Rambling 12.30pm-2.30pm Bar Open & Tapas 2.30 - 5.00pm Art Class 11.00 am Mahjong, 11.00-1.30pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 10.30 Adv 11.45 7.30 pm Canasta

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2.30pm Keep Fit 2.00pm Committee Meeting

2.00 pm Slimmers' Group 4.30pm Songs of Praise

2.30 pm Keep Fit

January 2017 Continued Rambling 7.00 for 7.30pm Whist 10.30am-2.30pm Bar Open ,11.30am Weekly Meeting 1.00pm Lunch 7.00pm Duplicate Bridge

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12.30pm-2.30pm Bar Open & Tapas 2.30 - 5.00pm Art Class 11.00 am Mahjong, 11.00-1.30pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 10.30 Adv 11.45 7.30 pm Canasta Rambling 7.00 for 7.30pm Whist 10.30am-2.30pm Bar Open, 11.30am Weekly Meeting & Lottery, 1.00pm Lunch 7.00pm Duplicate Bridge

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1.30pm Ladies Lunch 1.45pm Gents Lunch

11.00am Computer Group Photography 2.00 pm Slimmers' Group 7.30 for 8.00 Welcome Back Party

2.30pm Keep Fit

Trip to Malaga Car Museum and / or Malaga Sales 2.00 pm Slimmers' Group

10.00am - 1.00pm Art Group Rambling 12.30pm-2.30pm Bar Open & Tapas 2.30 - 5.00pm Art Class 11.00 am Mahjong, 11.00-1.30pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 10.30 Adv 11.45 7.30 pm Canasta

2.30pm Keep Fit

EVENT MAY CHANGE, ALWAYS CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD, ORGANISER OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE Should you have suggestions for any event or activity at your clubhouse, or for a trip whether for a day or longer period, please contact a member of the committee.

WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT.

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Merry Christmas & Best Wishes for New Year.

Pat & Terry Smith

Our seasonal greetings to all. Audrey & Les xx

Happy Christmas & a Healthy Prosperous 2017 Diane Brice (old number 93012)

Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year Sheila Fox

Happy Christmas to all our friends at the ICE Club from Margaret & Vic. We're spending Christmas with our family in Cambridge and look forward o seeing you all when we return in the New Year.

Sue and Rob wish all ICE members and their families a very happy Christmas and a peaceful New Year.

Best wishes to everyone for a very Merry Christmas And a Happy and Healthy New Year.

From Martin and Stephanie (Monahan) A very, very big Thank You to all the Bar Volunteers during the whole of 2016, but in particular over the recent weeks when there has been more demand.

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Time To Get Your Tax Planning In Order

By Terry Wayne, Partner, Blevins Franks

952 799 752

terry.wayne@blevinsfranks.com

There are almost certainly more exciting things in your calendar than tax deadlines. Without proper tax planning, however, not only could you pay more taxes than necessary, you could end up on the wrong side of the authorities.

While the deadline for your Spanish income and wealth tax returns is still a while away, a significant date is coming up next month. When you submit your tax declarations in 2017, you need to provide a snapshot of your assets as at 31 December 2016. To ensure you are satisfied with your tax position, now is the time to review the way your assets are structured, before the end of the calendar year.

Why you need to get it right There are two crucial reasons to get your tax planning right. First, you need to make sure your arrangements are fully compliant in Spain and anywhere else you have assets or heirs. This can be particularly complex for expatriates with cross-border interests. Getting it wrong may be easier than you think, with costly consequences.

Second, your tax arrangements should suit your particular aims and circumstances, and work well in both Spain and the UK. While some structures can seem similar, their tax benefits can vary significantly. Spain can be a very tax-efficient place to live for expatriates, but you need specialist, up-to-date knowledge of local, UK and international tax regimes to achieve the best results.

Declaring your taxes correctly All residents in Spain must report overseas assets worth over €50,000 as at 31 December each year. To do this, you must complete the Modelo 720 form every March, in addition to annual income and wealth tax returns. The penalties for failing to declare assets correctly can be severe, so make sure you submit the correct information on time.

Next year, the Spanish authorities will find it much easier to uncover omissions and inaccuracies in tax declarations. Under the new ‘global automatic exchange of information’ regime, Spain will join around 100 countries sharing information on taxpayers’ assets and income. Any discrepancies in tax return and Modelo 720 declarations, even if unintentional, could cost thousands in penalties.

Securing tax-efficient arrangements As well as ensuring you meet your reporting obligations in Spain, your tax planning should aim to shelter your assets using tax compliant arrangements. For example, tax-efficient investment wrappers, offered through a Spanish compliant bond, could legitimately reduce tax on savings and investments. However, personalised, professional tax advice is essential to establish the most suitable approach for you.

The Spanish government’s stringent approach to tax evasion makes it especially important to take advice to get it right. An adviser with cross-border expertise can help you enjoy favourable tax treatment while offering peace of mind that you are meeting your tax obligations, here and in the UK. Tax rates, scope and reliefs may change. Any statements concerning taxation are based upon our understanding of current taxation laws and practices which are subject to change. Tax information has been summarised; an individual is advised to seek personalised advice.

To keep in touch with the latest developments in the offshore world, check out the latest news on our website www.blevinsfranks.com

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I.C.E. Golf Society.

Weekend Away To Monte Castillo Golf Resort.

Many Many thanks to Peter Henry for organising this most enjoyable weekend away.

22 players and 6 supporters took to the road heading for Jerez and this 5 star golf resort.

We celebrated two birthdays, partying late into the night, yet some of us still turned in some good results.

The course was in good condition, testing, with a copious sprinkling of bunkers. most of which were well used.

The winners: Day 1: 1st. Alan Green 39 points. 2nd. Tineke Christensen 32 points. 3rd. Patrick O'Connel 31 points.

Day 2: 1st. Steve McMurtry 31 points. Martin O'Gorman 30 points. 3rd. Tineke Christensen 29 points.

Day 3: 1st. Jan Hakansson 35 points. 2nd. Patrick O'Connel 33 points. 3rd. Alan Green 30 points.

Combined: 1st Steve McMurtry 90 points. Martin O'Gorman 86 points. 3rd. Tineke Christensen 85 points.

December Away Day. Our December trip is to El Paraiso Golf Club on the 14th. The green fee is 39€ or 53€ with a shared buggy. The first tee time is 10.00. If you wish to take part please let me know now.

More Dates for your Diary.

18th January Away Day to Calanova Golf Club. 40€ including a shared buggy. First tee off time 10.20.

15th February Away Day to La. Cala Golf Resort. 58€ including a shared buggy and a light breakfast.

First tee time 10.00. Campo Europa or Asia.

18th April 2017 Spring Cup. Dona Julia Golf Club. 50€ including a shared buggy. Shot Gun start at 08.45. Presentation Lunch to follow.

21st June Away Day to La Cala Golf Resort. 42€ including a shared buggy and a light breakfast. First tee time 10.00. Campo America or Europe 19th July Away Day to La Cala Golf Resort. 42€ including a shared buggy and a light breakfast. First tee time 10.00. Campo America or Asia.

Please let me know if you wish to join in.

Correction to the Autumn Cup Results.

Our best guest player was Dennis Crowley. My apologies for the error.

'Casares Costa Golf Club Roll-Up’. We play a twice weekly 'Roll-Up' stableford competition on Tuesdays and Fridays at Casares Golf Club where our members benefit from discounted green fees.

The tee off time varies a little during the year and is currently 9.00am. Please be there by 8.30am.

All levels are welcome and we often have as many as 12 or more taking part. It is all very light hearted, (in other words 'Cut Throat’) and it is worth putting your sense of humour in the bag! Our annual 'Order of Merit' trophy is awarded to the player with the best ten cards from these 'Roll-Ups' . Keep your eye on the club magazine and the website for details of all activities.

If you would like to become involved, contribute or comment please contact me: Alan Davis .

Golf Organiser. Tel: 952897670. Mob: 699712804. e-mail: alanandsue_hq@yahoo.co.uk Sue and I would like to take this opportunity to wish all members a very merry Christmas and a better New Year.

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LOOKING FORWARD Friday 27th January - Trip To Málaga Car Museum and / or Malaga Sales Museo Automovilistico de Málaga - is housed in one of Malaga´s most architecturally stunning buildings - the old tobacco factory. One of several new museums in Malaga - it opened in 2010 - this museum houses the private collection of Portuguese car fanatic Joao Magalhaes. This museum is more than just cars and engines. Our female visitors may be relieved to hear they have a collection of 300 vintage hats. From Balenciaga to Schiaparelli - from the 1920s to 1950s.

Malaga Sales - You may be more interested in shopping in Malaga City Centre which offers both designer stores and cheaper one-off shops.

The January sales in Spain start after 6th January and last until the end of February. This should be a great day out for everyone.

February 18th - French Themed Supper By Ken Holloway Thursday March 2nd - Club A.G.M. see pages 6 & 7 Saturday 12th March: Joan Thompson’s birthday party at the Club, with music by Stelvis.

March 19th & 20th ICE Theatre Group Panto April Golf Society Spring Cup & Lunch Proposed Future Themed Suppers by Wilma Caribbean, Mexican - and much more, watch this space.

EVENT MAY CHANGE, ALWAYS CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD, ORGANISER OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE

Should you have suggestions for any event or activity at your clubhouse, or for a trip wheter for a day or longer period, please contact a member of the committee. WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT

Your annual ICE Membership is due for renewal on 31st December 2016. If you are going to be away at this time, you can renew your membership for 2017 now. Tracy Bird , Membership Secretary, will be available downstairs in the Club on Thursday mornings each week, before and after the weekly meeting.

The Club Welcomes New Members Carol Stock Jill Hassan Pat Hannon

Maria Rae Red Dahmen Michael Hannon

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Vic Loughran

Matters

Peter Dowd

December 2016 / January 2017 Chrome: If you use Google Chrome as your browser, whenever you close it always either click the menu (three dots) and choose exit or use Ctrl + Shift + Q. Otherwise there will be files open and using resources which may slow down you device.

Old Versions of Software We wonder how many of you become frustrated because your favourite piece of software has been upgraded to include features that only cause problems. “I wish I hadn’t upgraded!” Now help is at hand. Try the website www.oldversion.com. This contains old versions of software which you can download.

Free Classic Books. Many books which are no longer covered by copyright can be downloaded for free from www.gutenberg.org. The site offers books in Kindle format or the universal ePub format.

Games and Puzzles. The website www.puzzlechoice.com offers a wide range of puzzles which can be played on line or downloaded and printed.

Manuals. Looking for a manual for some equipment. Try the website www.manualslib.com for everything from TVs to toasters.

Whatsapp (New Feature) We have previously recommended “Whats App” as a free phone and text messaging service. (You must be connected to the internet to use it.) Future developments in this App will include the facility to make video calls. In the meantime there is a facility to record a video message and send it when you are happy with it. In the messaging screen you will see a camera icon. Touch this and you activate the camera. You might need to touch the camera icon (bottom right) on the next screen in order to activate “selfie mode”. Press and hold the circle in the middle while you record your message.

If you have any questions or suggested topics for future editions, please email us vicloughran@siberme.com or peterdowd@siberme.com

PHOTO CORNER Debra Coleman will be presenting a “Photography Hints and Tips” session on Friday 20th January She has many ideas for regular sessions if people are interested. She will give some basic instruction, basic workshops on composition, colour, how zoom lenses work, things that people with point’n-shoot cameras (incl. phones and iPads) could benefit from, and more advanced stuff, like aperture, shutter, manual control tips etc., for those with bigger cameras.

Please come along to her session, where we will be discussing ideas for photography group meetings throughout the coming year.

Watch out for the “Photo Corner” item in the next edition of the ICE magazine.

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BOWLING OUR WAY! We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club. It is quite a sociable morning why not come and join us?

9.45 for 10.15am start, 16 ends for just 8€ each, with a coffee break after 8 ends, price includes hire of woods if required.

Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear, shoes must be smooth soled with no ’pimples or crinkles’. The Management at Benavista strictly applies this rule. Drinks and food available at the bar at very reasonable prices.

Beginners, novices or your guests are always welcome.

Organisers Audrey Jinks and Terry Smith

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HISTORY OF ‘THE LAST POST’ BUGLE CALL The Last Post was first published in the 1790s, just one of the two dozen or so bugle calls sounded daily in British Army camps.

At that time soldiers didn't have wristwatches, so they had to be regulated in camp, They had to have a trumpet call or a bugle call to tell them when to get up, when to have their meals, when to fetch the post, when to get on parade, when to go to bed and all other things throughout the day.

The soldier's day started with the call of Reveille, and came to a close with the First Post.

This indicated that the duty officer was commencing his inspection of the sentry-posts on the perimeter of the camp. The inspection would take about 30 minutes, and at the end there would be sounded the Last Post, the name referring simply to the fact that the final sentry-post had been inspected. For decades this was the sole use of the call, a signal that the camp was now secure for the night, closed till morning.

It was not until the 1850s that another role began to emerge. It was an era when many military bandsmen, and most bandmasters, were civilians and were under no obligation to accompany their regiments on overseas postings. So when a soldier died in a foreign land, there was often no music available to accompany him on his final journey. And, necessity being the mother of invention, a new custom arose of charging the regimental bugler to sound the Last Post over the grave.

The symbolism was simple and highly effective. The Last Post now signalled the end not merely of the day but of this earthly life. And, as the practice developed - back home now as well as abroad - it was then followed by few moments of silent prayer and by the sounding of Reveille, the first call of the day, to signify the man's rebirth into eternal life.

By the time that World War One broke out in 1914, the Last Post was already part of the national culture. During the war, it was played countless times at funerals in northern Europe and other theatres, and it was played at funerals, memorials and services back home. It was already becoming a familiar sound, but with mass enlistment and then conscription, the walls that had long existed between the civilian and the soldier broke down completely, and a piece of music that had once belonged exclusively to military culture was adopted by a wider society. Submitted by Doug Proctor

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Anglican Church of Costa del Sol West

SAN PEDRO at 10-00am Every Sunday we hold an Anglican Service of Holy Communion in the Hall adjoining the Parroquia Virgen del Rocio (near McDonalds).

SOTOGRANDE at 12-00pm Every 2nd and 4th Sunday we hold an Anglican Service of Holy Communion in La Iglesia Sra.de la Merced, the ‘Big Church’. 1st and 3rd Sundays are Methodist Worship services.

You will receive a very warm welcome at our Churches, and children are particularly encouraged to join in the Sunday school fun activities.

We conduct Wedding Blessings, Baptisms, Funeral services, and undertake pastoral care visits to the sick or needy.

Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11-00am, at the Cafe/Bar Tahona de Chana situated at the eastern end of Calle Duquesa de Arcos.

Our newly appointed Chaplain, Adrian Low, is becoming a well-known character in our community, and is described as ‘a breath of fresh air’. So do come and meet him together with his wife Joanna.

For further details about us, please contact Adrian on 952 808 605 or, Church Wardens:- San Pedro - Roger Richards on 952 891 765 Sotogrande - Ros Burns on 956 795 178 Visit our website for even more information: - www.costachurch.com

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CHRISTMAS QUIZ (Answers on Page 38) 1.In which Christmas carol does this line feature: "Bring me flesh, and bring me wine, bring me pine logs hither"?

2.What colour are the berries of the mistletoe plant?

3.In what year was Band-Aid's ORIGINAL “Do They Know It's Christmas” the UK Christmas chart-topping record?

4.From which country does the poinsettia plant originate?

5.Christmas Island, in the Indian Ocean, is a territory of which country?

6.In the song 'The Twelve Days Of Christmas', how many swans were a-swimming?

7.Which hugely popular actor was born on Christmas Day 1899?

8.In which country is Gwyl San Steffan the name for 26th December (St Stephen's Day or Boxing Day) 9.What is the Spanish name for Santa Claus?

10.Plus or minus one year, when did Queen Elizabeth II deliver her first ' TELEVISED’ Christmas message to the nation'?

QUESTION: Why do some people top their Christmas tree with a fairy?

ANSWER: One Christmas, many years ago, four of Santa’s elves, and the trainee elves were not producing the toys as fast as the regular ones. Santa was beginning to feel the pressure of being behind schedule. Then Mrs Claus told Santa that her mother was coming to visit. This stressed Santa even more. When he went to harness the reindeer, he found three of them were about to give birth and two had jumped the fence. Then, when he began to load the sleigh, one of the boards cracked and the toy bag fell to the ground and scattered the gifts.

Feeling increasingly annoyed, Santa went into the house for a cup of coffee and a shot of whisky. When he opened the cupboard, he discovered the elves had been at the drink and there was nothing left. In his frustration, he accidentally dropped the coffee pot and it broke into hundreds of pieces. He went to get the broom and found the mice had eaten the straw it was made from. Just then the doorbell rang and when Santa opened the door, on the step was a little fairy with a big Christmas tree. This fairy had been given the job of distributing trees across Lapland, but had missed someone out. It would take ages to work out whose it was and by then it would be too late. The fairy was not only careless, but impolite. She greeted Santa with “Hey Fatboy! I made a mistake. Where we going to put this?”

Thus, began the tradition of the fairy on top of the Christmas tree.

Brain Teaser A Screening Programme As you have been feeling under the weather recently you make an appointment to see your doctor. After she has examined you and given you the all-clear, she asks whether you would agree to take part in a screening programme to test for a genetic defect that has been linked with an aggressive form of cancer in later life. Although you agree, you ask if you can have more information about it. She tells you that the defect has been found in just 1 per cent of people. Quite reasonably you ask about the reliability of the test and she tells you that 90 per cent of tests for the defect successfully detect it, while only 9.6 per cent of the tests result in false positives.

If you were to get a positive test result, what is the probability that you actually have the defect?

Answers in Next Edition.

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SUDOKU (Answer page 38) Place a Number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each 9-box square contains all of the numbers from 1 to 9.

GENERAL INFORMATION Coach trips: See trip information for times. Please ensure that you sit in the seat numbered on your ticket. We regret that we cannot stop at any other point unless agreed with the organiser, to pick up or put down. The organiser reserves the right to refuse to include any member they feel is not sufficiently able-bodied to follow the itinerary. Members are responsible for own travel insurance.

Buying your ticket: Please produce your membership card together with the correct money. Have prepared your choice of the menu if applicable. Final ticket booking: All tickets must be booked and paid for on or before the last Thursday coffee morning before the event. Late phone bookings cannot be accepted. Members are advised to attend the last Thursday before a trip in case there are any last-minute alterations.

Refunds: Cannot be given for either deposits or tickets, unless the organiser is notified in time, always providing the trip is full and a replacement can be found from the waiting list. Tickets are not transferable to other members without the authorisation of the organiser.

Tips: Included in the cost of coach travel and restaurants, but not for hotels.

Smoking: The smoking of tobacco, electronic cigarettes and any other substance is not be permitted anywhere in or on the premises of The International Club of Estepona, Bahia Dorada.

Dogs: Dogs are not allowed inside the clubhouse. They are permitted on the lower terrace but only when they are under the owner’s control by being attached to a lead which is held by the owner or attached to one of the hooks on the wall which are provided for that purpose.

Parking: When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never on yellow lines.

ACTIVITY ORGANISERS

Art Group Regina Stall Art Class Mondays Ronnie Lilly Bowls Audrey Jinks Bowls Terry Smith Bridge…”Duplicate” Tim Taminiau Canasta Nigel Nevshehir Club Calendar Co-ordinator Sue Potter Posters & Tickets Vic Loughran Film Night Sue Potter Gardening Group Sandy Avis Genealogy - Family History Dave Hackett Golf Organiser Alan Davis ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better Ladies’ Lunches Margaret Whittley Librarian Peter Galloway Librarian Assistant Tracy Bird Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree Quiz Night, Songs of Praise, Art Class Joan Thompson Rambling & Slimmer's Group Sue Potter Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell Ticket Sales, Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds Ticket Sales Patricia Smith Videos Roger Richards Wake Organiser Julie Wood Whist Lin Ingram

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WELFARE: Member s r equested to notify our welfar e officer , J ulie Wood if they know of any member who is ill. 952 913 174 , 639 542 387, email: woodiesvine@gmail.com HOSTESS : Introduce new members : - Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812

MAGAZINE ADVERTISING RATES AS FROM 1ST JANUARY 2011 For adverts presented in desired layout, includes inclusion on our web site with links to your site if applicable. Classified Ads: Members Only, Free Quarter page - 6€ per month - colour 7€ per month Half page - 12€ per month- colour 14€ per month Full page - 24€ per month - colour 28€ per month (Discounts:- for 6 months 10%, and for 12 months 20%) PLEASE NOTE: Colour is only available to inside front and rear cover pages and rear cover, also adjacent to centre pages.

Advertising fees to be prepaid before the 20th of the month to:Jackie Simmonds, Advertising Manager, Tel. 952 797 921 or 652 798 107 Copy to be in before the 15th of any month, for inclusion in the following month’s issue.

Copy can be e-mailed to: - terrysmith@siberme.com ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing.

INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siber me) I.C.E. Clubhouse, Urbanisation Bahia Dorada, Entrada 5, at Km. 149, A 7, Estepona 29680 Malaga

Clubhouse: Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site: www.siberme.com Email: clubsiberme@hotmail.com

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JUST FOR A SMILE

CHRISTMAS FRUIT CAKE RECIPE Ingredients : 1 cup water 1 cup sugar 4 large eggs 2 cups dried fruit 1 tsp salt 1 tsp baking soda 1 bottle whisky 1 cup brown sugar 8 oz nuts Juice of 1 lemon

Method: Sample the whisky to check for quality Take a large bowl. Check the whisky again. To be sure it is of the highest quality, pour one level cup and drink. Repeat.

Turn on the electric mixer, beat one cup of butter in a large fluffy bowl. Add one tsp. sugar and beat again.

Make sure the whisky is still okay. Cry another tup.

Turn off the mixerer. Break two eggs and add to the bowl and chuck in the dried fruit. Mix on the turner.

If the fried druit gets stuck in the beaterers, pry it loose a drewscriver.

Sample the whisky to check for tonsisticity.

Next sift, two cups of salt. Or something. Who cares?

Check the whisky.

Now sift the lemon juice and strain your nuts. Add one table. Spoon. Of sugar or something. Whatever you can find. Grease the oven. Turn the cake tin to 350 degrees.

Don't forget to beat off the turner. Throw the bowl out the window, check the whisky again and go to bed.

I pulled into the crowded parking lot at the local shopping centre and rolled down the window to make sure my Labrador Retriever Pup had fresh air.

She was stretched full-out on the back seat and I wanted to impress upon her that she must remain there.

I walked to the curb backward, pointing my finger at the car and saying emphatically, "Now you stay. Do you hear me?"

"Stay! Stay!"

The driver of a nearby car, a pretty young blonde, gave me a strange look and said, (this is going to hurt read on) "Why don't you just put it in 'Park'?"

SUDOKU ANSWER

CHRISTMAS QUIZ Answers

Solution: Brain Teaser November Edition The Engagement Party Diana and James Jessica and Tom Virginia and Bryan 38

1.Good King Wenceslas 2.White 3.1984 4.Mexico 5.Australia 6.Seven 7.Humphrey Bogart 8.Wales 9.Papรก Noel 10.1957

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