CHRISTMAS CONCERT A LIGHT HEARTED ANNUAL CLUB EVENT CAROLS CHRISTMAS RENDITIONS CELEBRATIONS Sunday 13th December 7.30 for 8.00pm
ORGANISER DI HACKETT 4.30
Bring along some finger food, mince pies, sausage rolls etc for get together later, bar is open
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 2015/January 2016 Edition www.siberme.com
Email: clubsiberme@hotmail.com
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ICE Magazine Contents Page 5 President’s Letter Page 6/7 2016 AGM Information Page 8 Bulletin Board & Information Page 10 Members’ Letters Page 11 For Motor Heads Page 12/13 Past Events Page 14 December & January Events Page 20/21 December Calendar Page 21/22 January Calendar
Page 27 Blevins Franks Article Page 28 Events For Your Diary Page 29 Golf Society, Bowling News, Nigel's Classified Ad’s Page 30/31 South Africa Holiday, Members Article Page 32 Technology Matters Page 35 Leisure Page Page 36 General Information Page 37 Committee and Advert Information Page 38 Just for a Smile
Thanks to all those who have contributed items for your magazine this month, 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: Terry Smith Advertising: Jackie 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:
Best wishes to all members and friends for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thanks to all contributors to the magazine, it makes my job so much easier, keep them coming. Pat and Terry Smith Editor Terry Smith Email: terrysmith@siberme.com Phone 951 276 690 Mobile 677 656 319
Just a bit of verse to say ~ “may
Christmas Joys be yours today!” And 2016 be Healthy and Prosperous. Pat & Terry
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PRESIDENT’S LETTER We're sorry that we have had to say a final goodbye to long standing member Norma Danby a lovely lady in the true sense of the word, we will miss her smiling face. The last month of the year here already but it doesn't feel at all Christmassy as the sun is shining, no heating on yet and we still have light outside until about 6. I write this just before going to the UK for a few days where I will see a completely different story! We have held our EGM re the lifts and toilets, some of us sad by the result and some of us happy but that's what a democratic Club is all about. Looking forward to Cindy's speed gaming night, please give Cindy your support by attending, sounds fun. Don't forget Christmas Concert night and bring your mince pies. Please don't forget to give Maureen Winckle Baldwin something for a present to those that are attending the Club Christmas morning. Happy Christmas to everyone and if I don't see you after Christmas a Happy New Year. Sue Potter
Sad News We are very sorry to tell you that Norma Danby died peacefully on Tuesday 3rd November at The Costa del Sol Hospital. Her funeral took place on Friday 6th November at the Estepona Crematorium Our sympathies go out to Chick & family. More Sad News Peter Brookes passed away at The Costa del Sol Hospital on Monday 16th November following a stroke the previous Saturday. The funeral was held at Manilva Crematorium on Monday 23rd November. Our sympathies go to family and friends. The Club Welcomes New Members
Shay Khuth Christine Chappell Carole Callaghan
Stephen Hyde Helen & Chris Wright Brenda & John Myers Mary Hansen Brian Kenny Gerry & David Milson Alan Ashley Sandy Smith (Some having rejoined after a break in membership)
2016 MEMBERSHIP FEE CAN NOW BE PAID SEE TRACY BIRD. MEMBERSHIP CAN BE PAID BY BANK TRANSFER SEE TED LUNNISS THERE WILL BE NO MORE GARDENING CLUB MEETINGS THIS YEAR. THE GARDENING CLUB HAS HAD A VERY ENJOYABLE 2015 AND LOOKS FORWARD TO SPRING 2016 WHEN MEETINGS WILL START AGAIN. THE DATE AND DESTINATION WILL BE GIVEN NEARER THE TIME. Sandy Avis
Food For Thought ‘If God is in heaven, why do we look down when we pray?’ 5
THE INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (I.C.E.) SIBERME THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
POSTAL VOTING The Annual General Meeting will take place on Thursday 10th March 2016. As agreed previously, 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 favorable 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 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 or on-line via the club web site, (www.siberme.com) any time from now until the Sunday before the meeting ( Sunday 6th March 2016).** 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 9th March 2016.)** ** 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 March 6th, and, for returning Postal Voting papers only, on Tuesday March 8th.
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THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Information and advice for Members The Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on Thursday March 10th 2016 Entry strictly by top floor door only. First call 10.30am, second call 11.00am. 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 fourteen 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 web site, or in person to the Secretary for a Postal Vote for the published agenda. 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 the AGM and elections will take place during this AGM: 2 committee positions. The following is a total of committee positions available for nomination and voting at time of AGM. 2 committee positions. Nominations from any member willing to be considered to undertake any of the above positions must apply to the club secretary for nomination form to be completed and returned not less than 20 days before AGM To comply with Club Statutes Article 19: Unless opposed the following committee members are willing to continue their current positions: Brenda Taylor Catering Manager and Ted Lunniss Treasurer 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 nomination form needs to be aware and willing to stand up and introduce the prospective committee member and 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 Tuesday 19th February 2016. A secret vote will then take place at the AGM for positions stated. 7
Lottery Winners October 1st Maggie Whitley 2nd Dave Hackett 3rd Peter Galloway Club
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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 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 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: ted_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. YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOU - MORE VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED - GREAT FOR MEETING OTHER MEMBERS Your club is run by volunteers, without them we cannot function. Help is required for the following: The club urgently requires more bar volunteers, just once a month would be a great help, training available, see Mac McIntyre Bar Manager. Required also meeters and greeters to man the front door for just an hour on a Thursday club morning, see Maureen Baldwin-Winckle. Again just the odd occasion would be a help.
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 duration of ramble.
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This is not only to wish all members and friends a very Happy Christmas and a Healthy Prosperous New Year but also to say Goodbye. After 23 years of living a happy life mostly on the coast, the first year in Jimena de la Frontera, which turned out not to suit my husband‘s poor health, I have managed to acquire the rental of a Sheltered Housing Flat in Stubbington near Fareham Hampshire quite near to where I was born in Portsmouth. Having had my name on the RAFA Housing list for over two years and being disappointed when a flat became available, I was beginning to think I would have more trouble in finding a place I could afford. On the advice of RAFA Welfare I applied to the Church of England Soldiers Sailors and Airman's Housing Association earlier this year, and after an interview early in October was given the chance of a flat at their location at Stubbington. I cannot believe my luck. It is such a lovely location on the edge of the village and surrounded by trees. It is exactly what I was hoping for as I am a country girl at heart. The walk from the flats takes one through a park directly to the doctors surgery and into the village. I had to accept from 1st November or lose it, and I wasn’t going to risk doing that. So now I am frantically down sizing and hope to be able to depart before Christmas. I shall miss all the friends I have made at I.C.E. especially the many trips all around Spain, which I would never have been able to do on my own. The fun I had as Deputy Chair of RAFA Gibraltar and the trips we managed to take around the RAF installation, I think eight in all. I am sure the Club will continue to thrive and I am not going to say that I’ll not see some of you again sometime soon, never say never again. Thank you for making me so welcome. Diane Brice. (93012) So what have we been up to? On Sunday the 28th of October Pat and I travelled to the Salón Varietés Theatre in Fuengirola and after an enjoyable meal at just 8.50€ for 3 courses at our favourite Italian ’The Gondola’ in restaurant row, we took our seats at an almost full house in the theatre. The show we went to see was Il Divo Tribute, a trio of singers from South Africa and they were fantastic. They sang one of the best versions of Freddie Mercury’s Bohemian Rhapsody I have heard. They sang a great range starting with opera, going onto pop including; Buble, Sinatra, Queen, Adele, Elvis and in the second half had the theatre rocking. A really great evening, unfortunately they were going home a few days later, hopefully to come back in the future. The weekend of 7/8th November we took a belated anniversary few days away to Seville, the trip had been postponed as we both had that chesty bug that had been going around. We had an uneventful trip on the Friday arriving at the Novotel a very pleasant and clean hotel. The room was very large, breakfast was hot or cold, and the WiFi signal in the room was very good. I would recommend the hotel although a bit far from tourist sites but not so bad. And the bar just down the road with a pleasant terrace was just 3€ for a grande beer and a large glass of wine, restaurant next door to this was also very good and reasonable. We have been to Seville about four times on day trips and did not get to see a lot, going for a few days we appreciated what a nice city it is. We did the river cruise and a horse and carriage tour. We walked the old town of narrow winding alley ways and walked a lovely park. We will certainly go back for another city break, we have visited many Spanish Cities and we think this is the best, so much to see and do. Pat and Terry Smith 10
They simply don’t make them like they used to. This is a Bentley Speed Six, a marvel of British engineering from 1930, which was restored to its glory in honor of the legendary 1930 Bentley ‘Blue Train’. Like one for Christmas??? In 1930, British motor company Rover advertised that it beat the world-famous ‘Train Bleu’, a luxury express train, designed to take British aristocrats and celebrities from Calais to the French Riviera. Originally, the Bentley Speed Six was introduced in 1928 as a more sporting version of the Bentley 6½ litre. The vehicle's interior is made of red leather, velvet carpeting, and walnut trimmings. Following an advertisement, Captain Joel Woolf Babe Barnato, a British playboy millionaire and chairman of Bentley, wagered £100 that his Bentley Speed Six could beat the train as well. (Back in 1930, the average annual income in the UK was £165). The Bentley Speed Six was first introduced in 1928 as a sporty version of the Bentley 6½ litre. They were produced until 1930, when a new model
took its place. Despite being off to a bad start, Barnato managed to beat the train by a few minutes, but when the French authorities got wind of his exploits, he was fined for illegally racing and paid a hefty fine. The story became infamous and the Speed Six became a legendary vehicle. The engine has been restored to perfect running order, using original and custom-parts. The Blue Train version produced 200 hp, reached a top speed of 200km/h (125mph), and won the 24 Hours of Le Mans race in 1929 and 1930. In both races, the driver was none other than Barnato – the Chairman of Bentley Motors. 11
PAST EVENTS Wednesday 21st October - Ladies and Gents Who Lunch Out Oh No!!!!!!!! Cocomo is closing its doors!!!!!!!!! But don’t worry, by the time you read this they will have re-opened in new and much larger premises. On this occasion the Juliets decided to go for the Sunday Lunch option, good food, good service and a bit of chat. Thanks to Joanna for the organising. The Romeos experienced a new venue, Bar Amara at Benamara, and we were so lucky as after 4 days of very wet weather we could sit outside in the sun. Simple very tasty food served hot with good service, and price of drinks being well within the gents’ pocket money. Thanks Doug for the organising. Friday 23rd October - ‘Noughties’ Celebration Dinner Nineteen attended the dinner at Taberna Miguel, a mixture of ‘Noughty’ I.C.E. club members and their guests. Service being a bit slow on a busy night just meant an extra drink, the dinner when served came altogether, lots of it and served hot. A great night (and early morning for some!). If you have not yet tried this restaurant it is to be recommended, they have recently opened a new courtyard service area, good menu, good choice and not expensive. Friday 31st October - Autumn Fayre at the Clubhouse The International Club of Estepona, ICE, held their annual Autumn Fayre which again was a great success entertaining all the visitors with a variety of pub games: Cake, Christmas decorations, Jewellery and Spice stalls. The traditional "Bacon Butties" went like "Hot Bread". The Bar was busy with thirsty customers and it all had a fantastic atmosphere. Submitted by Wilma Keeley Winners: Photography all classes - Dave Hackett Quoits - Terry Smith Shove h’penny - Richard Wood Skittles - Brian Woodward Darts - Keith Rumsey Darts Lucky Number - Peter Galloway Thanks to Sue and all helpers, and Lesley and Albert for manning the busy bar. Monday 9th November - An Evening With ‘The Lola Boys’ The entertainment from the boys was fabulous, so polished and slick, and the atmosphere within the club was great. And didn’t welsh Pierre on the front row enjoy himself! Over eighty members and guests filled the bottom floor of the club. The supper provided by Sue and Di was a very tasty and unexpected treat, well done. Thanks go to Sue for the organising and all those that helped with the preparation of the room. Thanks to Mac and Tracy who at times were quite overwhelmed behind the bar. 12
PAST EVENTS Thursday 3rd November I.C.E. 27th Birthday Party What a really fantastic night, greetings on arrival, the room which was nicely decorated for the occasion was so welcoming. The meal was delightful, staff pleasant and always busy, and Mandy L did a great job getting members up and dancing. The raffle prize vouchers for meals at local restaurants is a great idea, and thanks go to Terry Wayne of Blevins Franks for their company donation. Thanks to our President Sue Potter for organising such a great event.
Saturday 14th November - Moroccan Themed Supper Evening A welcome sight on arrival, tables nicely decorated and inviting. Great evening with an enjoyable Moroccan supper: a tasty salad selection for starters, main course being a spicy lamb tagine with vegetables accompanied with cuscus and flat bread, ending with a selection of Moroccan deserts. A truly admirable evening to chat to friends and enjoy a different cuisine. Well done to Ken and Sally who both spent many hours on the preparation and cooking, and helpers Julie, Richard and Isabella. Not forgetting Sue and Rob (the Moroccan green goddess!) behind the bar. Wednesday 18th November - Ladies and Gents Who Lunch Out It was the middle of November and would you believe it was a lovely warm sunny day. Twenty one Juliets paid a return visit to the Mumbai Masala Indian Restaurant in The Estepona Port and enjoyed a meal of selection of starters each followed by their own choice of a main course depending how hot they like their spices. Thanks to Maggie for the organising. For the ten Romeos expecting fish ‘n’ chips it was off due to The Irish Fiddler being closed. So an alternative venue was found at the last minute, The El Pato Chinese restaurant next door to the above that Romeos considered the Juliets to be quite noisy except when eating was taking place. El Pato has a good selection three course menu del dia for just 7.55€. Well done and thanks to Bob for the organising and to Mick for ensuring we arrived at the revised venue. 13
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 3rd December - Christmas Lunch at Clubhouse. Brenda and her team will be cooking a traditional Christmas Dinner. 1.00pm, 15€ Members 19€ guests Friday 4th December - Quiz Night - 8.00 for 8.30 pm Quiz Master Ron Pegrum Saturday 5th December - Speed Gaming A fun evening organised by Cindy Holmes. 7.30 for 8.00pm. Saturday 12th December - Annual trip to Malaga Christmas Lights. See the fabulous Christmas Lights, time for shopping and dinner. First pickup Sabinillas 4.30pm, 10€ members, 13€ guests. Organiser Di Hackett. Sunday 13th December - ICE Christmas Concert - Carols, Poems, Readings 7.30 for 8.00pm. A light hearted evening. Bring some Christmas finger food. Organiser Anne Hardwick. Monday 14th December - Members Film Night - Nativity 2 7.30 for 8.00pm. David Tennant plays Mr Peterson, a supply teacher who takes the children of a Coventry primary school to a festive choral competition in Wales. Thanks to the imbecilic classroom assistant Mr Poppy (Marc Wootton) the journey goes awry, and soon the class are traipsing across the Welsh countryside with a donkey in tow. Thursday 17th December - Club Lunch Out Ladies and Gents are going to Nellie G’s at Benavista after club meeting. 13€ for 2 courses, 16€ for 3 courses. Menu is on the noticeboard, see Maggie Whittley for a ticket (not the Ticket Ladies). Please join us to start the Christmas festivities! Friday 25th December - Christmas Lunchtime at Clubhouse 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 from members. Don’t be on your own come and join us. Maureen Baldwin-Winckle PLEASE NOTE CLUB WILL BE CLOSED FROM SATURDAY 26th DECEMBER RE-OPENS THURSDAY 31st DECEMBER. CLOSED 1st AND 2nd JANUARY.
Friday 8th January - Quiz Night - 8.00 for 8.30pm Saturday 9th January - Themed German Supper Evening by Wilma Keeley - 7.30 for 8.00pm Monday 11th January - Members Film Night - 7.30 for 8.00pm Wednesday 13th January - Ramblers Festive Lunch at Bar Restaurante La Torre - Org. Sue Potter Sunday 17th January - Songs of Praise - 4.30 for 5.00pm Organiser Joan Thompson Monday 18th January - Doug’s Mystery Trip - Don’t Know Where to!!! 10€ members, 13€ guests Wednesday 20th January - Ladies and Gents Who Like To Lunch Out Saturday 23rd January - Welcome Back Party 7.30 for 8.00pm. Light Supper. Live Music For Dancing by Daniella Thursday 28th January Following the club meeting there will be a presentation by Manilva Solicitors Regarding new regulations, Capital Gains Tax and wills, and they will later be available to answer members questions after presentation. 14
Happy Christmas to all our friends at the ICE Club from Margaret & Vic. See you when we return in the New Year. George Woodward would like to express his thanks to all who sent him cards this festive season.. He would also like to wish A Happy Christmas & Prosperous New Year to all his friends and members of I.C.E.
I dont want anything much for Christmas; I just want the person reading this to be happy. Friends are the fruit cake of life - some nutty, some soaked in alcohol, some sweet but mix them together and they are my friends. Send my love to all my fruit cakes.
Bob and Brenda say merry Christmas to all our friends new and old and thank you to you all for supporting the catering group who work hard to produce your lunches every Thursday Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year. Love from Martin and Stephanie
Maggie Whittley
To All Members wishing you a Merry Christmas & a Happy Healthy New Year Audrey & Les 15
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El Rincon Toscano Restaurant Pizzeria Wine Bar Calle Real 22-26, Estepona Telephone 952 795 914 Roberto 648 263 369 or Yuri 610 336 547 rincontoscano@hotmail.com A little taste of Italy Come and enjoy the excellent cuisine and service provided by Roberto and Yuri Opening hours Lunch every day 1.30 – 4pm Dinner 7pm – midnight Closed on Wednesdays 17
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REGULAR EVENTS 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 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 and Open Forum 1.00pm Lunch 7.00pm Duplicate Bridge 10.00am - 1.00pm Art Group 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 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 7.00 for 7.30pm Whist
EXTRA EVENTS 2.30 pm Keep Fit
Christmas Lunch 8.00 for 8.30 Quiz Night Speed Gaming CONSTITUTION DAY SPAIN PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN 2.30 pm Keep Fit 2.00pm Committee Meeting PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN IMMACULATE CONCEPTION DAY
11.00 am Genealogy Group Trip to Malaga Lights Christmas Concert, Carols - Poems - Readings 7.30 for 8.00pm Film Night 11.00am Ladies' Book Club 2.30 pm Keep Fit
Club Lunch Out At Nellie G’s
4.30pm Songs of Praise
2.30 pm Keep Fit
LUNCHES AVAILABLE 1.00PM THURSDAYS, SEE KITCHEN ‘SALES GIRL’ FROM 11.00AM TO RESERVE YOURS. TAKEAWAY MEALS CAN ALSO BE ORDERED
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December 2015 Continued 24 Dec Thu
10.30am-2.30pm Bar Open 11.30am Weekly Meeting 1.00pm Light Lunch Today
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Christmas Day Lunchtime Activities at Clubhouse PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN & GIBRALTAR
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Rambling CLUB CLOSED 26th until 31st DECEMBER PUBLIC HOLIDAY GIBRALTAR 10.30am-2.30pm Bar Open Club Reopens Today 11.30am Weekly Meeting & Lottery
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REGULAR EVENTS PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN & GIBRALTAR Rambling 12.30pm-2.30pm Bar Open & Tapas 2.30 - 5.00pm Art Class 1100 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 Rambling 12.30pm-2.30pm Bar Open & Tapas 2.30 - 5.00pm Art Class 1100 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, 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 1100 Mahjong 11.00-2.00pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 10.30 Adv 11.45 7.30 pm Canasta
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EXTRA EVENTS CLUB CLOSED CLUB CLOSED 4.00pm Chicago Bridge 2.30pm Keep Fit PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN - EPIPHANY
11.00 am Genealogy Group 8.00 for 8.30pm Quiz Night 7.30 - 8.00pm German Themed Supper Evening 4.00pm Chicago Bridge, 7.30 - 8.00pm Film Night 2.30pm Keep Fit 2.00pm Committee Meeting Ramblers Festive Lunch at La Torre
4.30pm Songs of Praise Doug's Mystery Trip. 4.00pm Chicago Bridge 11.00 am Ladies' Book Club 2.30pm Keep Fit
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1.30pm Ladies Lunch - 1.45pm Gents Lunch
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7.30 for 8.00pm Welcome Back Party 4.00pm Chicago Bridge 2.30pm Keep Fit
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Exchange Of Information And The End Of Financial Privacy By Terry Wayne, Partner, Blevins Franks - 952 799 752 - terry.wayne@blevinsfranks.com There has been talk about this for years. It is important to realise however that this is not just talk any more – the new automatic exchange of tax information regime starts in January 2016. It affects most corners of the globe – there is no hiding place. It will follow a Common Reporting Standard (CRS), developed by the OECD, which provides for annual automatic exchange between tax authorities of financial account information. It sets out the financial account information to be exchanged, the institutions that need to report, the different types of accounts and taxpayers covered, as well as common due diligence procedures to be followed by financial institutions. The information to be exchanged includes account balances, interest, dividends, sales proceeds from financial assets This covers accounts held by individuals, as well as by entities like trusts and foundations. The financial institutions that need to report include banks, custodians, guardians, certain collective investment vehicles and certain insurance companies. This is quite different, and much further reaching, to the information exchange on request which was introduced through many bilateral agreements following the 2008 crisis. Under these agreements, tax authorities ask for information on people’s financial assets when they suspect them of tax evasion. Now they will receive information on everyone, every year, regardless of how compliant or not the taxpayer is. By comparing the data received with tax returns, the authorities will be able to detect where income or the underlying assets have not been declared. Almost a hundred countries have committed to the new regimes so far. The ‘early adopters’, including Spain, the rest of the EU and UK offshore centres, start collecting financial information from January 2016 for transmissions in 2017. Other countries including Switzerland start a year later. In Europe the CRS will be implemented through the Administrative Cooperation Directive. It provides for automatic information sharing on interest, dividends, other investment income, account balances, sales proceeds from financial assets, income from employment, directors’ fees, life insurance, pensions and property. Over recent years, the Spanish government has stepped up its efforts to detect tax evasion and collect unpaid taxes. This new global exchange of information will be an invaluable tool for the tax authorities. It will help them not only compare data with tax returns, but also with Form 720 where residents have to declare their overseas assets. The penalties for undeclared assets can be very costly, so it is important that you declare everything correctly. This loss of financial privacy is a significant change and affects everyone who lives in one country and has assets in another. We still have the right, however, to structure assets in a tax efficient manner. It is important to only use arrangements which are compliant in Spain, but it is also important to protect your wealth, for yourself and your heirs, where possible. It is possible to take advantage of legitimate opportunities to protect your assets from various Spanish taxes. You need specialist advice. To keep in touch with the latest developments in the offshore world, check out the latest news on our website www.blevinsfranks.com 27
EVENTS FOR YOUR DIARY February - Proposed Trip to San Miguel Brewery & Plaza Mayor Malaga Saturday February 13th - Valentines Celebration - Dinner and dance To Mandy L. Thursday March 10th - Club A.G.M. see pages 6 & 7 Thursday 17th March - St Patricks Night Live music by members - music for dancing and making merry jokes and tales. Guinness and much more. Always a free and great night. Organiser Joan Thompson. March - Proposed To Resume Computer Novices Group Tuesday 19th April:- Golf Spring Cup and lunch. April - A walk around the murals of Estepona. 2nd To 4th May -Trip to Feria del Caballo (Horse Fair) Jerez de la Frontera with 2 nights stop at San Luca, Optional trip to Doñana National Park.. See Wilma Keeley, 105€ per person members, 130€ superior room per person members. Deposit tickets now available 50€ members. Saturday 28th May:- Live country music with the Texas Pearls. September/October - 5 nights Portugal (1 night Jerez de Caballeros), 2 nights Lisbon, 2 nights Algarve, return via Seville. See Joan Thomson. Tuesday 4th October:- Golf Autumn Cup and lunch.
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
PASSIONATE ABOUT BOOKS? ‘The Ladies Book Club’ meets informally at 11.00am on the 3rd Tuesday of each month in the I.C.E. club bar. We share our love of books and authors with one another - so if you enjoyed a book you have just finished reading, come along and tell us why. No set books to plough through! Ladies only! For more information contact Krista Carter 696 259 644 Revival of a previously popular club event: Chicago Bridge Mondays at 4.00pm Starting Monday 6th January. This will be a friendly Bridge evening where the game is not taken too seriously. Chicago Bridge has the same movement as Whist and players keep their own score as in Whist. (Our friendly Whist Drive on Wednesdays at 7.30pm welcomes beginners) Once you can play Whist you are half way there. You don't need a partner and the bidding is oral (no bidding boxes). Beginners are welcome. Further information phone Anne Hardwick on 952 113318 or 689380198 SCRABBLE. Unfortunately due to lack of interest from members Wilma has decided to cancel future events. However for those members still interested in playing contact Wilma Keeley as arrangements to play may still be possible. 28
'ICE GOLF SOCIETY'. 'The Autumn Cup' Mariska and I would like to inform you all, that we have both recovered after the incident and are doing well.!!. (See page 25 November magazine). Thanks Terry. 'Golf Break' to El Rompido. Many many thanks to Peter Henry for organising this fabulous four night break to El Rompido Golf Resort. Situated on the Portuguese border, near Cartaya on the Rio Piedras natural parkland estuary, this 5 star resort has two 18 hole courses, two complete practice areas and excellent facilities. Although a few more buggies and electric trolleys would not go amiss. Peter had arranged three rounds, using both courses, and had the rain storm not curtailed the Sunday competition, everything would have gone to plan beautifully . The Results: Round One: First Place: Aileen Hyde 29pts, Second Place: Alan Green 29pts, Third Place: Peter Henry 28pts. Round Two: First Place: Alan Davis 32pts. Second Place: Stephen Hyde 28pts. Third Place: Aileen Hyde 26pts. Combined: First Place: Aileen Hyde 55points, Second Place: Stephen Hyde 54points, Third Place: Alan Davis 53points. All very close and all very enjoyable. The top three have had their handicaps cut by one. For further information please
contact Zorro. After the exertions of the games we had to, not unusual for golfers, take full advantage the bars, restaurants, disco and Karaoke. But as the ethics of the sport dictate ' What happens on the '19 Hole' stays on the '19th Hole'. Needless to say we were all very well behaved!!! One incident however cannot pass without mention: Ask Les Jinks, AKA Zorro, What stopped the car door from closing? I think we all look forward to another 'Break Away'. 'December Away Day' If we are able to arrange an 'Away Day' during December you will be informed via the e-mail list Spring Cup 19.04.2016 at Estepona Golf. Autumn Cup 04.10.2016 at Valle Romano Golf Resort. 'Casares 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. Tee off times vary a little throughout the year and please note that, as from the beginning of November, the tee off time will 09.00 am. If you want to play please arrive around 08.30am. We often have 12 or more players and it's all very friendly, light hearted, (in other words 'cut throat')!! and open to all levels. A sense of humour is well worth putting in the bag!. Our annual 'Order of Merit' trophy is awarded to the player with the best 10 cards from these 'Roll-Ups' . Keep your eye on the club magazine and web site 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 BOWLING OUR WAY! We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club. It is quite a sociable morning why not come and join us? 10.00am for 10.15 start, late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game. We normally play 16 ends for just 8€ each, 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 apply this rule. Drinks and food available at the bar. Organiser Reg Astle NIGEL’S CLASSIFIED ADS, FREE TO MEMBERS. TO SUBMIT ADVERT: nnevshehir@gmail.com ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY UNLESS OTHERWISE INFORMED
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SOUTH AFRICAN HOLIDAY – Part One Our holiday got off to a mixed start – more stressful for some than others! We had the furthest to travel, but had a very pleasant journey down to Heathrow, arriving ahead of schedule and being amongst the first to check in our bags. We told the Saga rep that the rest of our party (Rob & Sue Potter and Les & Audrey Jinks) would be arriving separately (or so we thought) and we would wait for them by the checkin desks. After a while we got a phone call from Sue saying they were, in fact, picking up Les & Audrey, (adding about 1¼ hours to their journey), so it would be a while before they arrived. Another call told us their driver had got lost on the way to Heathrow, and they would be another 20 mins. or so! The Saga rep was getting anxious as everyone else had checked in and she was supposed to be at another terminal. We were getting thirsty, so told her we would nip upstairs for a quick drink, and be back in time for their arrival. As we came back downstairs they were just checking in their bags, having had a stressful journey wondering if they would arrive in time! We only just had time for a quick meal, and in true I.C.E. fashion, Sue, Audrey & I began moving tables to create a table for 6, while the men were telling the waiter we were in a hurry. He said he would find us a table, then looked up and said, “oh, it seems the ladies have already done it”. Thankfully the rest of the journey was uneventful, and about 11 hours after taking off we landed at Johannesburg then boarded a coach for the 4 hour journey (including breakfast stop) to Lakeside Lodge in the Entabeni Game Reserve. Immediately on arrival we were told lunch was waiting for us (too soon after breakfast?!) so we ate again, before adjourning to our respective rooms to unpack, rest, and/or find our bearings. Dinner that night was a BBQ, (locally known as a “Boma dinner”) under a clear sky, watching a full moon rise over Hanglip Mountain (subsequently nicknamed “Muffin Mountain” because of its shape.) An extremely enjoyable end to a very long day (or was it two?) The following day started with a rare long lie in and we had time to explore the grounds before lunch. The Game Reserve is made up of two distinct levels and our first game drive, that afternoon, was only on the upper level, where our Lodge was located. On the second morning, after our 5.30am wake-up call, we ventured out to check the temperature, and noticed a large deposit on the grass under our veranda. Rob and Sue were already out and said “Did you see them?” “See what?” said I. “The elephants”, was the reply. Apparently when Sue got up in the middle of the night she heard a noise outside and there were five elephants milling around between our rooms–obviously the source of the large deposit! Needless to say we'd heard nothing. We then embarked on our second game drive, which was on the lower level, as indeed were most of the subsequent ones. This involved, for the first time at least, a hair-raising journey down an extremely rough track which at times seemed almost vertical. We got used to this by the end of the week, but were slightly worried one day as we were just about to return up the hill when the sky turned jet black and a few drops of rain fell on the tarpaulin roof of the truck. Goodness knows how we'd have got up in torrential rain, but happily the clouds passed us by, and those few drops of rain were all we had on the whole holiday. >>31 30
<<30 The week very quickly settled into a hectic routine of game drives, excursions, eating, drinking and early nights, with hardly any time for leisurely showers as we were frequently returned to the Lodge after we were supposed to be dining! We were treated to two picnics in the Bush. Not your ordinary picnic but long tables covered with tablecloths and set with proper cutlery and napkins. A very attractive buffet was provided and the beer and wine flowed. A bit like the Ramblers' end of season BBQ! We visited the Legend Golf & Safari Resort, which boasts the most unusual 19th hole in the world. No, it's not a bar, but a par 3 hole which involves a helicopter ride to the top of Hanglip mountain, and then a 400 metre shot to the green, 400 metres below the tee. The Wildlife & Cultural Centre included a replica of a Pedi Village, where we were invited to sample the Zulu tribal beer. If I tell you that Ken would not wish to repeat the experience and said it tasted worse than Cruzcampo, then those of you who know him will realise just how bad it was. The Wildlife part of the Centre included breeding programs for white lions (their enclosure being a 5 hectare island surrounded only by a moat, no fences) and Wild Dogs (although at present they only have 2 males!) On our penultimate morning we discovered that, once again, the elephants had been during the night and this time demolished a tree outside our room, and no, we didn't hear that either! Our last game drive was an afternoon one, and we were all enjoying cocktails in the Bush when one of the Rangers came up to us and asked us to finish/leave our drinks and get quickly back on the trucks, without running, as there was a male lion approaching! We had just got seated when, sure enough, he came meandering past, but seemed more interested in having a drink from the nearby waterhole than eating us. The day concluded with another very enjoyable BBQ, during which an enormous Atlas Moth settled on Audrey's arm and very obligingly sat long enough for several photos. We thus reached the end of the first week, and although we failed to see a leopard or a cheetah we did take hundreds of photos of other wild life. The following day meant another early start before the 4 hour drive back to Johannesburg airport and our flight to Durban, ready for week two. To be continued............Ken & Liz Harris
Christmas Crackers Knock, knock. Who's there? Arthur. Arthur who? Arthur any mince pies left? What happened to the man who stole an Advent Calendar? He got 25 days! What kind of motorbike does Santa ride? A Holly Davidson! What is the best Christmas present in the world? A broken drum, you just can't beat it! How did Scrooge win the football game? The ghost of Christmas passed! What did Santa say to the smoker? Please don't smoke, it's bad for my elf! What do snowmen wear on their heads? Ice caps! How do snowmen get around? They ride an icicle! 31
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Matters December 2015 / January 2016 Windows 10 – During November Microsoft should have issued a major upgrade for Windows 10. It is expected that this may include “extensions” for the Edge browser. This may mean that it is now a suitable time for the “delayers” to upgrade. Further details in the February magazine. Warning for iPad, iPhone and other Apple users. It has been announced that a new malware, called XcodeGhost, has been discovered. This malware has infected at least 39 known iOS apps all of which made it into the App Store. The malware uses a method of attack that is new to the Mac world: infecting a compiler. In this case, the compiler in question is Xcode, Apple’s own development environment, used for creating iOS apps, Mac OS X apps, Safari extensions and more. It seems that, in China, downloading Xcode from Apple’s servers takes a very long time. So it’s a common thing for Chinese developers to get Xcode from third-party sources, distributed from servers within China. Apparently, someone uploaded a tampered copy of Xcode to a Chinese file-sharing site called Baidu. Although Baidu has now removed the hacked Xcode files from their servers, the damage has been done. The app was downloaded by Chinese developers and used to develop an unknown number of apps. The malicious changes to Xcode, however, caused each of these apps to be infected with the same malicious code. What are the dangers? The malware removes information off the device like the device name, country and unique identifiers. It may also have the ability to push dialogue boxes to your iPad’s or iPhone’s screen. The malware may also be able to open websites on your browser which could be used for a variety of malicious purposes including phishing and installing other potentially malicious software. How do I protect myself against XcodeGhost? iOS users should immediately uninstall any infected iOS app on their devices (see below for a link to website giving a list of the affected apps) or update to a newer version that has removed the malware. Resetting your iCloud password, and any other passwords inputted on your iOS device, is also strongly recommended as a precautionary measure. A full list of affected apps can be seen at the following website:https://blog.lookout.com/ blog/2015/09/21/xcodeghost-apps/
If you have any questions or suggested topics for future editions, please email us vicloughran@siberme.com or peterdowd@siberme.com
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your home & garden or pools Anything from a complete bathroom to a curtain pole or a light fitting. No job too small and all at realistic rates. 35 Years experience. UK Corgi & ACOPS Reg. Telephone for a free, prompt and efficient service on: 650 884 147 or 952 891 619. e-mail: gplocke6@hotmail.com
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 34
FESTIVE QUIZ ANSWERS PAGE 38 - EASY!!! 1. Which word, often associated with Christmas, stems from the Greek word for circle dance ? 2. Which English leader prohibited the singing of Christmas songs ? 3. The following are words from which Christmas songs ? a. she didn't see me creep down the stairs to have a peep b. she'd been drinking too much egg nog c. once bitten and twice shy I keep my distance d. in the lane the snow is glistenin’ e. the choir of children sing their song they practiced all year long 4. Many people claim that the first unofficial football international between Germany and a Scotland/England side was played on a Christmas Day. The pitch or playing field was found between what? 5. The Christmas film 'Miracle on 34th Street' has been remade many times. Who won a best supporting actor Oscar for the role of Kris Kringle in the original 1947 film and which two time Oscar winner played Kris in the 1994 remake ? 6. 'Who' catches the Grinch red handed stealing Christmas presents ? 7. In which country does an ugly old witch named Bafana deliver presents on the 6th of December ? a. Australia, b. Austria, c. Italy, d. Mexico 8. In which country is St. Nick called Sinterklaas ? 9. "Good King Wenceslas looked out on the feast of Stephan". In which country was Wenceslas king ? 10. Apparently, while poking at the fire, the London sweet shop owner Tom Smith got the inspiration to make what ? 11. "So this is Christmas" are the first words to which John Lennon song ? (complete title please) 12. What are the names of the Three Wise Men or The Three Kings ? (in western folklore) 13. A Christmas present for country western fans. Who sang "It was Christmas in prison the food was real good, we had turkey and pistols carved out of wood" ? a. Willy Nelson, b. Johnny Cash c. John Prine, d. Garth Brooks
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14. Other than blue, which other colours are mentioned in the Elvis song 'Blue Christmas'? 15. Which 'Christmas' word means 'turning of the sun' ? 16. The Greek word for ‘Messiah’ was ‘Xristos’… (Christ). What do all of these words mean translated into one phrase in English? 17. Which pudding with a misleading name was banned by English Puritans because it was deemed to be 'sinfully rich' ? 18. Which popular poem did Clement Clark Moore write for his six children in 1822 ? Who is getting a big hug from our secretary? Be the first to see the editor to claim a free drink at the bar. 35
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 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 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 Books Peter Galloway Bowls Reg Astle Bridge…”Duplicate” Tim Taminiau Chicago Bridge Anne Hardwick Club Calendar Co-ordinator Sue Potter Posters , Computer Group Vic Loughran Film Night Sue Potter Gardening Group Sandy Avis Genealogy Dave Hackett Golf Organiser Alan Davis ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better Ladies’ Book Club Krista Carter Ladies’ Lunches Margaret Whittley Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree Quiz Night, Songs of Praise, Art Class Joan Thompson Rambling Sue Potter Scrabble Wilma Keeley Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell Ticket Sales, Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds Ticket Sales Patricia Smith Videos Roger Richards Whist Ian & Lin Ingram
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WELFARE: Members requested to notify our welfare officer, Julie 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 (Siberme) I.C.E. Clubhouse, Urbanisation Bahia Dorada, Entrada 5, at Km. 149, A 7, Estepona 29680 Malaga
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JUST FOR A SMILE Would you like one of these books for Christmas??? Submitted By Audrey Kenyon Title Banking Biscuits DIY Dogs Fitted Carpets Flowers Gardening Going Out
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QUIZ ANSWERS 1. Carol (choranlein). 2. Oliver Cromwell 3. Five Answers: a. I saw mommy kissin Santa Claus b. Grandma got run over by a reindeer c. Last Christmas d. Winter Wonderland e. Wonderful Christmas Time 4. Between the trenches in no mans land, Christmas 1914. (No match report is available but it seems the Germans won 3-2.) 5. Edmund Gwenn and Richard Attenborough 6. Cindy Lou Who 7. c. Italy 8. Holland 9. Bohemia (Czech Republic) 10. Christmas crackers 11. Happy Xmas (War is over) 12. Caspar, Melchior and Balthazar 13. c. John Prine ('Christmas in prison' from the album Sweet Revenge) 14. Red, green and white, "decorations of red on a green Christmas tree" and "You'll be doinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; all right with your Christmas of white". 15. Yuletide (Yule means wheel in old Norse language) 16. The 'anointed' one 17. Plum pudding. There are no plums in plum pudding, (sugar, raisons, suet, flour and various spices boiled in a bag till 'plum') 18. A visit from St. Nicholas (The night before Christmas), "It twas the night before Christmas when all through the house......"
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