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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 amp Beyond
OCTOBER 2014 Edition wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom wwwfacebookcomgroupsInternationalClubEstepona
Sunday 5th October
Spread The Word
STARTS
12th October
TERRY
amp BOBrsquoS
WALKING
TREASURE HUNT
SATURDAY 25th OCT
2
3
Page 26 Nigelrsquos Classified Ads +
Golf Society News
Page 27 Perspective on life + Heart Attack amp Water (Memberrsquos Articles) Page 29 Grey Nomading in Australia
Continued (Article) Page 30 Leisure Page
Page 32 General Information
Page 33 Committee and Advert Info
Page 34 Just for a Smile
Editor Terry Smith
Phone 951 276 690
Mobile 677 656 319
Email terrysmithsibermecom
ICE Magazine
EDITORIAL It was commented to me WHY so many adverts in our magazine I am sure most mem-bers would be aware that these adverts pay for most of the expenses (not mine I might add) for this magazine and without adverts in some way members would have to pay for its production I have also had comments of why not more interesting material in the magazine WHY This is the ICE Club membersrsquo magazine and I need more input from members I do have regular contributors and I thank them I cannot do this alone without more input from members Terry Smith
Input from members for your
magazine interesting articles and
experiences Important information
funny stories poetry recipes
restaurant revues etc etc
These can be emailed to me or left at
the clubhouse top drawer in cabinet
between ladies toilet doors
President Doug Mitchell 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 wwwsibermecom
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 amp MAGAZINE WHEN CONTACTING ADVERTISERS
Page 5 Presidentrsquos Letter
Page 6 Bulletin Board + Lottery
Page 7 Computer Tips + Scam of the
Month
Page 8 Memories + Past Event (Members Articles)
Page 10 Past Events
Page 11 October Events
Page 1213 October Calendar
Page 13 Events For Your Diary
Page 14 Blevins Franks Article
Page 24 So We Decided To Get Away For
A Few Days (Membersrsquo Article)
Page 25 Bowls Group News + Freddies
Recipe
Contents
Thanks to all those who have
contributed items for your magazine
please keep them coming
4
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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 Espantildea
Estepona
Located immediately opposite the
underground car park entrance
facing the sea
TELAS amp TELAS The perfect place to shop
for all your Household
Goods Curtains
amp Materials etc
At the corner of
C Sevilla amp C Lopez de Mena
behind the Bus Station
in San Pedro
Open Monday to Friday
1000am to 2-00pm
Tel 952 788 117
A cut
Above
The Friendly British Hair Salon
Unisex Peluqueria For Every Day
amp Those Special Occasions
952 805 485
Ask For THERESA or SARA
We are offering a promotion on
Blow-dries Shampoo and Sets
for 12 Euros
Monday to Friday
OAP days are Monday to Friday
Estepona Port
Opposite Club Nautico
All kinds of
sewing
undertaken
I will do all repairs and alterations
I make curtains
Dressmaking
Upholstery of terrace furniture
And even equine or pet accessories
No job is too large or too small
Call Heidi on 606-237-757
heidimanilvagmailcom
5
Food For Thought Submitted by Rosemary Ferguson
ldquoTraumas and experience of crises grant us an intensity of feelingrdquo
DO YOU LIKE PREPARING DESERTS To assist the hard working catering teams our catering manager Brenda
Taylor is seeking ladies or gents to make deserts of 12 portions at home or the club that can be then frozen or delivered on a Thursday morning
You will have your costs reimbursed Please contact Brenda 952 805 739 654 579 492
YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOU - MORE VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED Your club is run by volunteers without them we cannot function Help is required for the following Bar staff training will be given see Mac McIntyre Bar Manager Help required by catering teams for preparation and serving to members Thursday mornings no cooking no clearing up See Catering Manager Brenda Taylor Meeters and greeters to man the front door for just an hour on a Thursday club morning see Maureen Baldwin-Winckle
Presidentrsquos Letter October 2014
We have a very busy month ahead with various events so there
should be something that interests everybody but please remember
that the activities and events rely on your support
I would like to thank our Gardening Group for keeping the Club
garden tidy as first impressions count and we like to maintain a
smart appearance We are hoping to attract some new members at our open
day on Sunday October 5th
The committee do their best to organise trips and events that could appeal to
members but itrsquos difficult to keep coming up with something new so your
input is valuable It has been suggested that we carry out a survey to see what
you would like the club to organise in the future but I feel that itrsquos easier for
you to approach a committee member with your ideas and suggestions
Following the Clubrsquos successful birthday party at Tikitano Restaurant last
year it will be the venue this year for the Clubrsquos 26th birthday celebration on
Monday 3rd of November I hope to see most of you there Doug
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
6
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 DVDVIDEO Library Can members please ensure they sign for all borrowed films and add mem-bership 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 1000 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
International Emergency
Please post comments or suggestions on here httpswwwfacebookcomgroupsInternationalClubEstepona Administrator Anna Tandy
IMPORTANT ALL ORGANISERS PLEASE NOTE THE CLUBHOUSE FURNITURE MUST BE LEFT AS SET FOR A THURSDAY MEETING BEFORE LEAVING CLUB SWITCH OFF LIGHTS FANS
AND AIR CONDITIONERS SET BUILDING ALARM AND LOCK DOORS
IMPORTANT TELL THE BAR STAFF OF ANY BROKEN GLASS
AND THEY WILL DISPOSE OF IT
Lottery Winners August
1st Barbara Salisbury 32euro
2nd Tessa Henry 16euro
3rd Roy Gilby 8euro
Club 24euro
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 the ramble
Stewardesses is the longest word typed with only the left hand And lollipop is the longest word typed with your right hand
No word in the English language rhymes with month orange silver or purple Dreamt is the only English word that ends in the letters mt
NOW
YOU
KNOW
7
NEXT COMPUTER GROUP MEETING FRIDAY 17th OCTOBER 1100AM NEXT NOVICES COMPUTER MEETING FRIDAY 3rd OCTOBER 1000 to 1130am
Has your email account been hacked If you want to check whether your account has been compromised in any of the high-profile attacks in recent years - including the strikes on Adobe Sony and Tesco - enter your username or email address at https haveibeenpwnedcom Created by security software specialist Troy Hunt last year this site checks all the published databases from a dozen or so major attacks and tells you if it finds your login details in any of them Remember to enter both current and past email addresses including business and personal as well as any usernames you can recall If your details have been stolen make sure you change your password on that site - and any other site on which you may have used the same or similar passwords Havelbeenpwned also lets you set up email alerts that warn you immediately if your email address has been stolen in any future raids In case youre wondering hackers use pwned as a slang word for owned as in to gain ownership of something - in this case your password Haveibeenpwnedcom is a reputable site run by a trusted and well-known member of the security community but exercise caution on copycat sites promising to re-veal if your accounts have been hacked If you do you may find that the criminals neednt bother going to the lengths of breaking into a website to scoop up personal details - youve handed them yours on a plate Try this App on your tablet - Touch Van Gogh Reveal the hidden details within three of Van Goghrsquos most iconic paintings simply by tapping the different areas You can also read about the artist his let-ters sketches and techniques
Remember the Computer Group meets at the Clubhouse on the third Friday of the month at 1100am No need to book ndash just turn up We have WiFi broadband internet available so why not bring your lap-
top netbook tablet etc along If you have any questions or suggested topics for future editions please email us vicloughransibermecom or peterdowdsibermecom
Scam of the Month - Oct 2014 Pyramid selling Submitted by Peter Dowd These schemes invite you to sign up to a money-making club typically through websites but also through friends invitations The premise is that you have to pay a small joining fee and then invite a specified number of other people to join in order to claim your reward The reality is that only those at the top of the pyramid can expect lucrative rewards Matrix schemes work in a similar way but offer a gadget gift instead We fall for pyramid and matrix schemes in part because they come across as reasonable propositions However you should steer clear of these types of money-making schemes especially the ones that ask you to sign up new members The swindlers are relying on you failing to recruit enough members ndash and so far this has paid off with the average victim of pyramid selling losing pound930
Vic Loughran Peter Dowd
Monthly Computer Tips ndash October 2014
Windows Tip of the Month Win Key + Moves active window to left half of screen
8
MEMORIES When I heard that lsquoSunday Night At The London Palladiumrsquo is returning to our screens wonderful memories came flooding back My first job in television was sending out tickets for this pro-gramme through the Ticket Office at ATV Studios For those who remember it it was the biggest vari-ety show on television at that time running for 12 years and pulling in as many as 15 million viewers Obviously most of the tickets were sent to the various Fan Clubs of whoever was appearing each week Being able to have a ticket myself for each show I was SO lucky to see the very best singers dancers comedians musicians groups opera singers balletin fact anybody who was anybody at that time - Frank Sinatra Barbra Streisand Judy Garland Bob Hope Bing Crosby Rudolf Nureyev so many the list is endless ndash all the cream of the worldrsquos entertainers Oh dear I actually threw jelly ba-bies at Ringo Starr from Lewrsquos box ndash ha (Mrs Grade used to make 4-poster beds out of Lewrsquos cigar boxes to give children at Xmas) We had great presenters too ndash Tommy Trinder Dickie Henderson Norman Vaughan Jimmy Tarbuck and not forgetting Brucie of course ndash with his lsquoBeat The Clockrsquo Lew never had any trouble getting stars to appear they were practically queuing up especially the Ameri-can artists as it was such a privilege to be on this show As well as the Palladium show ATV made numerous other light entertainment shows serials etc ndash lsquoWard 10rsquo comes to mind John Alderton and Jill Brown had to wear yellow uniforms as did all the other doctors and nurses for it to appear white on TV screens I stayed at ATV for 17 years even married a TV Cameraman but left when the franchise changed to Birmingham I then joined TV-am breakfast TV becoming a News crew Assigner until like 233 other ACTT members I got locked out (another story) I worked in TV for 40 years mostly as a News crew Assigner covering lots of wonderful occasions but also world disasters for ITN Channel 4 news and finally Sky TV and though it was very stressful at times I loved every moment They say when you start saying lsquothings were much better in them daysrsquo you are showing your age but we seem to have so little variety now on TV other than singers (who seem to screech in pain more than sing) and comedians that are rarely funny So I wonder if the new Sunday Night At The London Palla-diumrsquos can possibly be like the originals We shall just have to wait and see Sandy Avis
PAST EVENT Friday the fifth of September was a busy day at the Club the monthly quiz took place Manilva commenced its annual Wine Festival Inge Stov Nielsen with a display of her own thrown pottery gave a talk on the subject at what will always be known as Longmans Bookshop in Estepona and the Parasol Singers founded and led by the indefatigable Marion Allen (she who has written and is directing the Christmas ICE Dramatic offering Ali Din) held a multi-talented charity event at the El Paraiso Gardens in Sabinillas Out of loyalty to Madame who had been singing her heart out weekly at Buenos Noches with a varying number of other choristers it behove me to attend the last-mentioned occasion and that proved to be a most satisfying choice Not only the choir there but in co-operation with the Society of St George local charitable institute a wide and eclectic range of entertainers filled the evening with dance music and song and all deserve mention Everyone who appeared on the stage did so for the Charity and in order of performance were the Parasol Sing-ers consisting of ten ladies and a sweet voiced male Eva Cabrera solo Classical and Expressionist Flamenco danseuse and teacher whose aerial movement was much enhanced by the light breeze the Escuela de Danza a bevy of serious but lively young ladies schooled by Cristina Seguin the inevitable Ron Jones singing Frank Sina-tra standards Inaki Cadierno who mesmerised the audience with a selection of classic Spanish guitar pieces having closed his jewellery shop in Sabinillas early at 930pm The finale saw the Singers on again now confi-dently offering both Spanish and English renderings Surprisingly an enthusiastic audience quite filled the Greco-Roman amphitheatre the multi-lingual crowd of over a hundred enjoying a very successful evening Plaudits are due to Marion and the St George Society for the enormous effort made to string the multifarious package together As one of the onlookers - the easiest role - I can only cry encore bis Peter Thomas
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THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL SUMMER What a difference this year for us after last summer when we lost our lovely daughter Jain In July I had my 80th Birthday Party in the Clubhouse and what a wonderful night it was Jainacutes husband and two daughters Naomi and Jazmine were there also my other daughter Judi with Zak and Lola my other Grandchil-dren Thank you for the 60 or so members who also came along and made them so welcome The music was provided by Rons lsquoCavern Sounds Discorsquo which I think we all enjoyed Brenda made me a lovely cake Mac and Jackie ran the bar The fantastic buffet was provided by members and guests and what a spread Kate read me a poem and 13 year old Jazmine sang so beautifully Thanks to one and all
Then in August (21st) we celebrated our Diamond Wedding at Robbies Restau-rant with a crowd of friends from the Club who had either missed the Birthday Party or had worked so hard to make it a success It was a great night out Thank you to you all for making each occasion memorable and thank you to the commit-tee for the presentations made at the Club on both occasions We are so proud to belong to such a great Club Anne and Frank Hardwick
PAST EVENTS
Tuesday 9th September - GARDEN CLUB MEETING The Gardening Club held their meeting in the ICE Clubhouse which was a very interesting and beneficial meeting Sandy brought along the Rose of Jericho which none of the members had seen or heard of before and surprised the members with its history and demonstration Clara who holds a Master Composter certificate gave a very interesting in depth
talk on organic compost and how we can build our own compost bin She kindly produced a detailed document for each of us to keep and relate to giving lots of useful information We were surprised to hear that amongst several materials not to use when composting is the oleander This bush is poison-ous and even when burning gives off toxic fumes which if breathed in can be deadly Before the meeting today three of our Garden Club members spent a couple of hours de-weeding the ICE front flower bed If any other members would like to help with the occasional weeding it would be very much appreciated A few gardening problems were raised and hopefully useful advice given It was decided that the last Gardening Club meeting this year will be held in the ICE Clubhouse at 1100am on Tuesday 14th October New members always welcome Tip of the month Xmas will be here soon and lots of us may buy a poinsettia So how do we regain its red leaves for next Xmas The poinsettia needs to experience complete darkness for 14 hours a day for at least eight weeks for the leaves to turn red You can give it a go in October but you need some-where you can completely black out the light ndash or cover it with a box and black polythene During the day bring the plant back into good daylight conditions Submitted by Sandy Avis
Wednesday 17th September - Ladies and Gents Who Lunch Out 22 Juliets On this occasion made a return to a popular venue with many members Restaurante Del La Mar Estepona Port for a set varied menu Thanks to Brenda for the organising in Maggies absence who then took lsquochargersquo on her return 21 Romeos Also made a return visit to a past venue Bar Las Ninas situated opposite the Bull Ring on the main road above Estepona Port A menu del dia large choice of 3 courses for just 850euro plenty to eat and good service Thanks to Bob for the organising
11
OCTOBER EVENTS PLEASE NOTE TICKET SALES CLOSE 1230pm
ON THURSDAY MORNINGS
CORRECT MONEY PLEASE
CANCELLED TICKETS MUST FIRST BE REFERRED TO EVENT ORGANISER
Friday 3rd October - Quiz Night - 800 for 830pm Sunday October 5th - Open Day At Clubhouse- Tell Your Friends and Family 1230 to 200pm
Monday October 6th - Bowling Group - Open Invitation Challenge Cup see page 25 Tuesday 7th October - Golf Society Autumn Cup amp Lunch - See page 26
Lunch at Restaurant La Choza book with Peter or Tessa Henry Sat October 11th - Noughtiesrsquo Celebration Restaurant San Rafael Castillo - See notice board
Sunday October 12th - 5 Day 4 Night Trip to Barcelona - Final payment can now be paid- ICE organiser Joan Thompson
Tuesday 14th October - Final Garden Group Meeting 2014 Saturday October 18th - Autumn Fayre
Exhibitors 1030am Fayre open 1100am Judging 1200am Bar open Refreshments Free Entry Open to non-members why not bring friends and neighbours Photographic completion (3 categories Traditional Spain but not views Club events Flowers) Two classes for the Flower Arranging there will be a baking competition tombola table skittles darts quoits and much more Come and have a fun morning and win some prizes Entry by bottom floor doors only
Sunday 19th October - Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties Theatre - Grease Mon 20th October - Bowling Group - ICE Club Championship Trophy see page 25 Monday 20th October - Membersrsquo Film Night - Long Walk to Freedom 730800pm The film is based on the 1995 autobiographical book Long Walk to Freedom by anti-apartheid revolutionary and former South African President Nelson Mandela
Tuesday 21st October - Ladies and Gents who Lunch Out Wednesday 22nd October ndash Rambling Season Commences
Its that time of year when we start to think about commencing the rambling where does the time go all the things we were going to do with our free Wednesdays and Saturdays This year were going to meet at the Last Resort bar in Sabinillas at 1030 and walk towards Sotogrande stopping at Tubalitis for lunch and then returning to Sabinillas This is a walk well more a social ramble along the beach For future walks please remember the following Plenty of water lunch sensible shoes sun cream and we are only as fast as the slowest walker Anymore information required please phone me Looking forward to seeing you all Sue Potter 637148660
Saturday October 25th - Terry amp Bobrsquos Treasure Hunt - Back To Estepona Just 5euro per couple members win a restaurant voucher runners up prizes a very popular morning We meet between 1030 and 1130am at cafeacutebar Plazaleta Ortiz by black statue of Mavi on road side of paseo between Calle Terazza and Avenue Andaluciacutea
Further details on notice board organisers Terry Smith and Bob Taylor Sunday 26th October - Songs of Praise - 430pm
Monday 27th October - Bowling Group - Benavista Club Challenge Match see page 25 Wednesday 29th October - Tea and Talk Afternoon -
Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard - learn the truth about the JFK assassination Ole Dammegaringrd has stepped in to replace Val Reed Ole will bring us a deeply engaging insight into his lifetime work on CONSPIRACIES Afternoon Tea and Talk euro5 members euro8 guests welcome Organiser Anna Tandy EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD
ORGANISER OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
12
EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD ORGANISER
OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
October 2014 DATE DAY REGULAR EVENTS EXTRA EVENTS
1 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 230pm - 500pm Stitch and Bitch (Needlework )
2 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
3 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
1000am Computer Meeting Only by prior ar-rangement and for NOVICES ONLY
800 for 830pm Quiz Night
4 Oct Sat
5 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Open Day at the Clubhouse
6 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Group Challenge Cup Benavista
7 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
Golf Autumn Cup followed by Lunch at La Choza 200 pm Keep Fit
8 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Committee Meeting
9 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting Open Forum 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
10 Oct Fri 1000am Art Group 1100 am Genealogy Group
11 Oct Sat Noughties Celebration at Restaurant San Rafael
Castillo
12 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 5 Day trip to Barcelona
SUNDAY 12th OCTOBER - PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN - HISPANIC DAY
13 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class 5 Day trip to Barcelona
14 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
5 Day trip to Barcelona 1100am Gardening Club
200 pm Keep Fit
15 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 5 Day trip to Barcelona
16 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
5 Day trip to Barcelona
17 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group 1100am Computer Group
18 Oct Sat Autumn Fayre
19 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties - Grease
13
Monday November 3rd - ICE 26th Birthday Party At Tikitano Dinner and dancing to Sam Oliver 35euro 38euro 7th8th9th November ICE Players New Production - Panto (oh yes it is) Ali-Din
20th to 23rd November Golf Society trip to Sancti Petri Golf Resort
see page 26 for further details Friday 28th November - Trip to Nerja and Caves - Organiser Sue Potter
Proposed for November - Ladies Fashion Show Thursday 4th December - Christmas Lunch at ICE Club - Chef Brenda
Saturday December 13th - Proposed Coach Trip To Malaga For The Lights
Organiser Sue Potter
Sunday 14th December - ICE Christmas Concert - Carols Poems Readings
Thursday 25th December - Christmas Lunch Time at Clubhouse The Clubhouse will be closed on the 26th December until the 4th January 2015
Saturday 10th January - Welcome the New Year Party Pie and mash supper by Sue and Diane music for dancing by Michael Anthony organiser Sue Potter
Proposals for 2015 Julie and Richard to host a Mr and Mrs Evening in the New Year
Committee members have been asked for a trip to Morocco next May Aileen has also
suggested a trip to Italy Further details to follow
20 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling ICE Club Championship Benavista
730 for 800pm Members Film Night
21 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100-200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
1100am Ladies Book Club 200 pm Keep Fit
Ladies and Gents Lunches
22 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Rambling from Last Resort Sabinillas
23 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
24 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
25 Oct Sat Bob and Terrys Treasure Hunt Estepona
26 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 430pm Songs of Praise
27 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Benavista Club Challenge Match
28 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
200 pm Keep Fit
29 Oct Wed 1030 am Rambling
700 for 730pm Whist
Tea and Talk Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard
30 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting amp Lottery 100pm Lunch 200 pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
31 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
EVENTS FOR YOUR DIARY
14
Spanish Tax Reforms By Terry Wayne Partner Blevins Franks
Tax rises were implemented in Spain in the wake of the economic crisis Income tax rates
are up to 52 - 56 in Andaluciacutea - and tax on savings income hits 27 Wealth tax was re-
instated So it was good news when Spains Expert Tax Committee issued a consultation
document earlier this year proposing a number of tax reforms The government then released its draft legislation in June and approved three laws in August
Here the key changes affecting expatriates However note that these still need to go through
parliament and so may change from the below
Income and savings taxes
The government says that the tax reform will help reduce the tax burden for some 20 million
taxpayers particularly those on low and medium incomes
The income tax bands will be reduced from seven to five and the scale rates of tax reduced
first in 2015 and then in 2016 In 2016 the rates will range from 19 to 45 compared to
2475 to 52 today But remember these are the state rates and Andaluciacutearsquos tend to be
higher
The rates on savings income will also fall in 2015 and 2016 Today they are 21 25 and
27 in 2016 they will be 19 21 and 23 The top rate of tax will apply to savings in-come over euro50000 whereas at present it applies to income over euro24000
The 60 deduction against net rental income for residents is not reduced to 50 as was
originally proposed
Capital gains tax From 2015 all capital gains regardless of the holding period will be taxed at the savings
rates as above ndash currently assets held for less than a year are taxed at the scale rates of tax
Individuals aged over 65 will be exempt from capital gains tax as long as they use the pro-
ceeds to buy a pension annuity
Indexation will no longer apply on the sale of a property from 1st January 2015
Succession tax
Although the Expert Tax Committee had originally proposed changes for succession tax it has not been included in the tax reform and draft legislation (wealth tax is not mentioned
either)
It will be interesting to see what happens now with succession tax since the European Court
of Justice has ruled that Spain has failed to fulfil its obligations regarding succession and gift
tax under By allowing differences in the tax treatment between resident and non-resident
beneficiaries they have breached the EU treaties particularly involving free movement of
capital
Once finalised and approved the tax reforms will apply from 1st January 2015 It is always
best to seek specialist and personalised advice on your tax planning in
Spain to ensure you make the most of the available opportunities to
save tax and that you get it right for you and your family
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 wwwblevinsfrankscom
952 799 752 terrywayneblevinsfrankscom
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El Rincon Toscano
Restaurant
Pizzeria
Wine Bar
Calle Real 22-26 Estepona Telephone 952-795914
Roberto 648 263 369 or Yuri 610 336 547
A little taste of Italy Come and enjoy the excellent cuisine and
service provided by Roberto and Yuri
Opening hours
Lunch every day
130 ndash 4pm
Dinner 7pm ndash midnight
Closed on Wednesdays
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Contact Alison De Cotta today to book your initial free Consultation t +34 662 351 056 e alisondecottatotuscom
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
REFERENCES SUPPLIED IF REQUIRED
Gas ServiceInstallation
All plumbing requirements
Tiling
Home Refurbishments
Painting inside amp out
General repairs and maintenance to your home amp 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 amp ACOPS Reg
Telephone for a free prompt and efficient
service on 650 884 147 or 952 891 619
e-mail gplocke6hotmailcom
Monday to Saturday 1030 - 1430 hrs
Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
29
Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
31
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VPN If you are a Sky subscriber and have an Internet Connection (fast speed not necessary) then you can
enjoy the benefits of On Demand On Demand is available to all Sky Subscribers with a Sky HD Box in the UK however to take
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NO INTERNET NO PROBLEM If you have poor or no internet then you can access BBC ITV amp Channel 4 with this system
Utilise your existing Sky Dish which will need to be re-aligned to the new satellite or have another smaller dish installed if you want to continue watching your remaining Sky channels
For a friendly chat to see which UK TV Solution is best for you Call Hilary on 951 893481680837169
uktvsolutionsesgmailcom
32
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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
33
CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
35
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That might be your friend neighbour key holder or emergency service such as Helicopteros Sanitarios
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Just a quick call to you each day will take away worries and concerns you may have
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Home visits for private viewings
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36
Web versa-tile-spaincom
Member of
2
3
Page 26 Nigelrsquos Classified Ads +
Golf Society News
Page 27 Perspective on life + Heart Attack amp Water (Memberrsquos Articles) Page 29 Grey Nomading in Australia
Continued (Article) Page 30 Leisure Page
Page 32 General Information
Page 33 Committee and Advert Info
Page 34 Just for a Smile
Editor Terry Smith
Phone 951 276 690
Mobile 677 656 319
Email terrysmithsibermecom
ICE Magazine
EDITORIAL It was commented to me WHY so many adverts in our magazine I am sure most mem-bers would be aware that these adverts pay for most of the expenses (not mine I might add) for this magazine and without adverts in some way members would have to pay for its production I have also had comments of why not more interesting material in the magazine WHY This is the ICE Club membersrsquo magazine and I need more input from members I do have regular contributors and I thank them I cannot do this alone without more input from members Terry Smith
Input from members for your
magazine interesting articles and
experiences Important information
funny stories poetry recipes
restaurant revues etc etc
These can be emailed to me or left at
the clubhouse top drawer in cabinet
between ladies toilet doors
President Doug Mitchell 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 wwwsibermecom
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 amp MAGAZINE WHEN CONTACTING ADVERTISERS
Page 5 Presidentrsquos Letter
Page 6 Bulletin Board + Lottery
Page 7 Computer Tips + Scam of the
Month
Page 8 Memories + Past Event (Members Articles)
Page 10 Past Events
Page 11 October Events
Page 1213 October Calendar
Page 13 Events For Your Diary
Page 14 Blevins Franks Article
Page 24 So We Decided To Get Away For
A Few Days (Membersrsquo Article)
Page 25 Bowls Group News + Freddies
Recipe
Contents
Thanks to all those who have
contributed items for your magazine
please keep them coming
4
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 Espantildea
Estepona
Located immediately opposite the
underground car park entrance
facing the sea
TELAS amp TELAS The perfect place to shop
for all your Household
Goods Curtains
amp Materials etc
At the corner of
C Sevilla amp C Lopez de Mena
behind the Bus Station
in San Pedro
Open Monday to Friday
1000am to 2-00pm
Tel 952 788 117
A cut
Above
The Friendly British Hair Salon
Unisex Peluqueria For Every Day
amp Those Special Occasions
952 805 485
Ask For THERESA or SARA
We are offering a promotion on
Blow-dries Shampoo and Sets
for 12 Euros
Monday to Friday
OAP days are Monday to Friday
Estepona Port
Opposite Club Nautico
All kinds of
sewing
undertaken
I will do all repairs and alterations
I make curtains
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Upholstery of terrace furniture
And even equine or pet accessories
No job is too large or too small
Call Heidi on 606-237-757
heidimanilvagmailcom
5
Food For Thought Submitted by Rosemary Ferguson
ldquoTraumas and experience of crises grant us an intensity of feelingrdquo
DO YOU LIKE PREPARING DESERTS To assist the hard working catering teams our catering manager Brenda
Taylor is seeking ladies or gents to make deserts of 12 portions at home or the club that can be then frozen or delivered on a Thursday morning
You will have your costs reimbursed Please contact Brenda 952 805 739 654 579 492
YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOU - MORE VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED Your club is run by volunteers without them we cannot function Help is required for the following Bar staff training will be given see Mac McIntyre Bar Manager Help required by catering teams for preparation and serving to members Thursday mornings no cooking no clearing up See Catering Manager Brenda Taylor Meeters and greeters to man the front door for just an hour on a Thursday club morning see Maureen Baldwin-Winckle
Presidentrsquos Letter October 2014
We have a very busy month ahead with various events so there
should be something that interests everybody but please remember
that the activities and events rely on your support
I would like to thank our Gardening Group for keeping the Club
garden tidy as first impressions count and we like to maintain a
smart appearance We are hoping to attract some new members at our open
day on Sunday October 5th
The committee do their best to organise trips and events that could appeal to
members but itrsquos difficult to keep coming up with something new so your
input is valuable It has been suggested that we carry out a survey to see what
you would like the club to organise in the future but I feel that itrsquos easier for
you to approach a committee member with your ideas and suggestions
Following the Clubrsquos successful birthday party at Tikitano Restaurant last
year it will be the venue this year for the Clubrsquos 26th birthday celebration on
Monday 3rd of November I hope to see most of you there Doug
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
6
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 DVDVIDEO Library Can members please ensure they sign for all borrowed films and add mem-bership 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 1000 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
International Emergency
Please post comments or suggestions on here httpswwwfacebookcomgroupsInternationalClubEstepona Administrator Anna Tandy
IMPORTANT ALL ORGANISERS PLEASE NOTE THE CLUBHOUSE FURNITURE MUST BE LEFT AS SET FOR A THURSDAY MEETING BEFORE LEAVING CLUB SWITCH OFF LIGHTS FANS
AND AIR CONDITIONERS SET BUILDING ALARM AND LOCK DOORS
IMPORTANT TELL THE BAR STAFF OF ANY BROKEN GLASS
AND THEY WILL DISPOSE OF IT
Lottery Winners August
1st Barbara Salisbury 32euro
2nd Tessa Henry 16euro
3rd Roy Gilby 8euro
Club 24euro
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 the ramble
Stewardesses is the longest word typed with only the left hand And lollipop is the longest word typed with your right hand
No word in the English language rhymes with month orange silver or purple Dreamt is the only English word that ends in the letters mt
NOW
YOU
KNOW
7
NEXT COMPUTER GROUP MEETING FRIDAY 17th OCTOBER 1100AM NEXT NOVICES COMPUTER MEETING FRIDAY 3rd OCTOBER 1000 to 1130am
Has your email account been hacked If you want to check whether your account has been compromised in any of the high-profile attacks in recent years - including the strikes on Adobe Sony and Tesco - enter your username or email address at https haveibeenpwnedcom Created by security software specialist Troy Hunt last year this site checks all the published databases from a dozen or so major attacks and tells you if it finds your login details in any of them Remember to enter both current and past email addresses including business and personal as well as any usernames you can recall If your details have been stolen make sure you change your password on that site - and any other site on which you may have used the same or similar passwords Havelbeenpwned also lets you set up email alerts that warn you immediately if your email address has been stolen in any future raids In case youre wondering hackers use pwned as a slang word for owned as in to gain ownership of something - in this case your password Haveibeenpwnedcom is a reputable site run by a trusted and well-known member of the security community but exercise caution on copycat sites promising to re-veal if your accounts have been hacked If you do you may find that the criminals neednt bother going to the lengths of breaking into a website to scoop up personal details - youve handed them yours on a plate Try this App on your tablet - Touch Van Gogh Reveal the hidden details within three of Van Goghrsquos most iconic paintings simply by tapping the different areas You can also read about the artist his let-ters sketches and techniques
Remember the Computer Group meets at the Clubhouse on the third Friday of the month at 1100am No need to book ndash just turn up We have WiFi broadband internet available so why not bring your lap-
top netbook tablet etc along If you have any questions or suggested topics for future editions please email us vicloughransibermecom or peterdowdsibermecom
Scam of the Month - Oct 2014 Pyramid selling Submitted by Peter Dowd These schemes invite you to sign up to a money-making club typically through websites but also through friends invitations The premise is that you have to pay a small joining fee and then invite a specified number of other people to join in order to claim your reward The reality is that only those at the top of the pyramid can expect lucrative rewards Matrix schemes work in a similar way but offer a gadget gift instead We fall for pyramid and matrix schemes in part because they come across as reasonable propositions However you should steer clear of these types of money-making schemes especially the ones that ask you to sign up new members The swindlers are relying on you failing to recruit enough members ndash and so far this has paid off with the average victim of pyramid selling losing pound930
Vic Loughran Peter Dowd
Monthly Computer Tips ndash October 2014
Windows Tip of the Month Win Key + Moves active window to left half of screen
8
MEMORIES When I heard that lsquoSunday Night At The London Palladiumrsquo is returning to our screens wonderful memories came flooding back My first job in television was sending out tickets for this pro-gramme through the Ticket Office at ATV Studios For those who remember it it was the biggest vari-ety show on television at that time running for 12 years and pulling in as many as 15 million viewers Obviously most of the tickets were sent to the various Fan Clubs of whoever was appearing each week Being able to have a ticket myself for each show I was SO lucky to see the very best singers dancers comedians musicians groups opera singers balletin fact anybody who was anybody at that time - Frank Sinatra Barbra Streisand Judy Garland Bob Hope Bing Crosby Rudolf Nureyev so many the list is endless ndash all the cream of the worldrsquos entertainers Oh dear I actually threw jelly ba-bies at Ringo Starr from Lewrsquos box ndash ha (Mrs Grade used to make 4-poster beds out of Lewrsquos cigar boxes to give children at Xmas) We had great presenters too ndash Tommy Trinder Dickie Henderson Norman Vaughan Jimmy Tarbuck and not forgetting Brucie of course ndash with his lsquoBeat The Clockrsquo Lew never had any trouble getting stars to appear they were practically queuing up especially the Ameri-can artists as it was such a privilege to be on this show As well as the Palladium show ATV made numerous other light entertainment shows serials etc ndash lsquoWard 10rsquo comes to mind John Alderton and Jill Brown had to wear yellow uniforms as did all the other doctors and nurses for it to appear white on TV screens I stayed at ATV for 17 years even married a TV Cameraman but left when the franchise changed to Birmingham I then joined TV-am breakfast TV becoming a News crew Assigner until like 233 other ACTT members I got locked out (another story) I worked in TV for 40 years mostly as a News crew Assigner covering lots of wonderful occasions but also world disasters for ITN Channel 4 news and finally Sky TV and though it was very stressful at times I loved every moment They say when you start saying lsquothings were much better in them daysrsquo you are showing your age but we seem to have so little variety now on TV other than singers (who seem to screech in pain more than sing) and comedians that are rarely funny So I wonder if the new Sunday Night At The London Palla-diumrsquos can possibly be like the originals We shall just have to wait and see Sandy Avis
PAST EVENT Friday the fifth of September was a busy day at the Club the monthly quiz took place Manilva commenced its annual Wine Festival Inge Stov Nielsen with a display of her own thrown pottery gave a talk on the subject at what will always be known as Longmans Bookshop in Estepona and the Parasol Singers founded and led by the indefatigable Marion Allen (she who has written and is directing the Christmas ICE Dramatic offering Ali Din) held a multi-talented charity event at the El Paraiso Gardens in Sabinillas Out of loyalty to Madame who had been singing her heart out weekly at Buenos Noches with a varying number of other choristers it behove me to attend the last-mentioned occasion and that proved to be a most satisfying choice Not only the choir there but in co-operation with the Society of St George local charitable institute a wide and eclectic range of entertainers filled the evening with dance music and song and all deserve mention Everyone who appeared on the stage did so for the Charity and in order of performance were the Parasol Sing-ers consisting of ten ladies and a sweet voiced male Eva Cabrera solo Classical and Expressionist Flamenco danseuse and teacher whose aerial movement was much enhanced by the light breeze the Escuela de Danza a bevy of serious but lively young ladies schooled by Cristina Seguin the inevitable Ron Jones singing Frank Sina-tra standards Inaki Cadierno who mesmerised the audience with a selection of classic Spanish guitar pieces having closed his jewellery shop in Sabinillas early at 930pm The finale saw the Singers on again now confi-dently offering both Spanish and English renderings Surprisingly an enthusiastic audience quite filled the Greco-Roman amphitheatre the multi-lingual crowd of over a hundred enjoying a very successful evening Plaudits are due to Marion and the St George Society for the enormous effort made to string the multifarious package together As one of the onlookers - the easiest role - I can only cry encore bis Peter Thomas
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THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL SUMMER What a difference this year for us after last summer when we lost our lovely daughter Jain In July I had my 80th Birthday Party in the Clubhouse and what a wonderful night it was Jainacutes husband and two daughters Naomi and Jazmine were there also my other daughter Judi with Zak and Lola my other Grandchil-dren Thank you for the 60 or so members who also came along and made them so welcome The music was provided by Rons lsquoCavern Sounds Discorsquo which I think we all enjoyed Brenda made me a lovely cake Mac and Jackie ran the bar The fantastic buffet was provided by members and guests and what a spread Kate read me a poem and 13 year old Jazmine sang so beautifully Thanks to one and all
Then in August (21st) we celebrated our Diamond Wedding at Robbies Restau-rant with a crowd of friends from the Club who had either missed the Birthday Party or had worked so hard to make it a success It was a great night out Thank you to you all for making each occasion memorable and thank you to the commit-tee for the presentations made at the Club on both occasions We are so proud to belong to such a great Club Anne and Frank Hardwick
PAST EVENTS
Tuesday 9th September - GARDEN CLUB MEETING The Gardening Club held their meeting in the ICE Clubhouse which was a very interesting and beneficial meeting Sandy brought along the Rose of Jericho which none of the members had seen or heard of before and surprised the members with its history and demonstration Clara who holds a Master Composter certificate gave a very interesting in depth
talk on organic compost and how we can build our own compost bin She kindly produced a detailed document for each of us to keep and relate to giving lots of useful information We were surprised to hear that amongst several materials not to use when composting is the oleander This bush is poison-ous and even when burning gives off toxic fumes which if breathed in can be deadly Before the meeting today three of our Garden Club members spent a couple of hours de-weeding the ICE front flower bed If any other members would like to help with the occasional weeding it would be very much appreciated A few gardening problems were raised and hopefully useful advice given It was decided that the last Gardening Club meeting this year will be held in the ICE Clubhouse at 1100am on Tuesday 14th October New members always welcome Tip of the month Xmas will be here soon and lots of us may buy a poinsettia So how do we regain its red leaves for next Xmas The poinsettia needs to experience complete darkness for 14 hours a day for at least eight weeks for the leaves to turn red You can give it a go in October but you need some-where you can completely black out the light ndash or cover it with a box and black polythene During the day bring the plant back into good daylight conditions Submitted by Sandy Avis
Wednesday 17th September - Ladies and Gents Who Lunch Out 22 Juliets On this occasion made a return to a popular venue with many members Restaurante Del La Mar Estepona Port for a set varied menu Thanks to Brenda for the organising in Maggies absence who then took lsquochargersquo on her return 21 Romeos Also made a return visit to a past venue Bar Las Ninas situated opposite the Bull Ring on the main road above Estepona Port A menu del dia large choice of 3 courses for just 850euro plenty to eat and good service Thanks to Bob for the organising
11
OCTOBER EVENTS PLEASE NOTE TICKET SALES CLOSE 1230pm
ON THURSDAY MORNINGS
CORRECT MONEY PLEASE
CANCELLED TICKETS MUST FIRST BE REFERRED TO EVENT ORGANISER
Friday 3rd October - Quiz Night - 800 for 830pm Sunday October 5th - Open Day At Clubhouse- Tell Your Friends and Family 1230 to 200pm
Monday October 6th - Bowling Group - Open Invitation Challenge Cup see page 25 Tuesday 7th October - Golf Society Autumn Cup amp Lunch - See page 26
Lunch at Restaurant La Choza book with Peter or Tessa Henry Sat October 11th - Noughtiesrsquo Celebration Restaurant San Rafael Castillo - See notice board
Sunday October 12th - 5 Day 4 Night Trip to Barcelona - Final payment can now be paid- ICE organiser Joan Thompson
Tuesday 14th October - Final Garden Group Meeting 2014 Saturday October 18th - Autumn Fayre
Exhibitors 1030am Fayre open 1100am Judging 1200am Bar open Refreshments Free Entry Open to non-members why not bring friends and neighbours Photographic completion (3 categories Traditional Spain but not views Club events Flowers) Two classes for the Flower Arranging there will be a baking competition tombola table skittles darts quoits and much more Come and have a fun morning and win some prizes Entry by bottom floor doors only
Sunday 19th October - Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties Theatre - Grease Mon 20th October - Bowling Group - ICE Club Championship Trophy see page 25 Monday 20th October - Membersrsquo Film Night - Long Walk to Freedom 730800pm The film is based on the 1995 autobiographical book Long Walk to Freedom by anti-apartheid revolutionary and former South African President Nelson Mandela
Tuesday 21st October - Ladies and Gents who Lunch Out Wednesday 22nd October ndash Rambling Season Commences
Its that time of year when we start to think about commencing the rambling where does the time go all the things we were going to do with our free Wednesdays and Saturdays This year were going to meet at the Last Resort bar in Sabinillas at 1030 and walk towards Sotogrande stopping at Tubalitis for lunch and then returning to Sabinillas This is a walk well more a social ramble along the beach For future walks please remember the following Plenty of water lunch sensible shoes sun cream and we are only as fast as the slowest walker Anymore information required please phone me Looking forward to seeing you all Sue Potter 637148660
Saturday October 25th - Terry amp Bobrsquos Treasure Hunt - Back To Estepona Just 5euro per couple members win a restaurant voucher runners up prizes a very popular morning We meet between 1030 and 1130am at cafeacutebar Plazaleta Ortiz by black statue of Mavi on road side of paseo between Calle Terazza and Avenue Andaluciacutea
Further details on notice board organisers Terry Smith and Bob Taylor Sunday 26th October - Songs of Praise - 430pm
Monday 27th October - Bowling Group - Benavista Club Challenge Match see page 25 Wednesday 29th October - Tea and Talk Afternoon -
Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard - learn the truth about the JFK assassination Ole Dammegaringrd has stepped in to replace Val Reed Ole will bring us a deeply engaging insight into his lifetime work on CONSPIRACIES Afternoon Tea and Talk euro5 members euro8 guests welcome Organiser Anna Tandy EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD
ORGANISER OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
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EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD ORGANISER
OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
October 2014 DATE DAY REGULAR EVENTS EXTRA EVENTS
1 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 230pm - 500pm Stitch and Bitch (Needlework )
2 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
3 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
1000am Computer Meeting Only by prior ar-rangement and for NOVICES ONLY
800 for 830pm Quiz Night
4 Oct Sat
5 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Open Day at the Clubhouse
6 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Group Challenge Cup Benavista
7 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
Golf Autumn Cup followed by Lunch at La Choza 200 pm Keep Fit
8 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Committee Meeting
9 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting Open Forum 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
10 Oct Fri 1000am Art Group 1100 am Genealogy Group
11 Oct Sat Noughties Celebration at Restaurant San Rafael
Castillo
12 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 5 Day trip to Barcelona
SUNDAY 12th OCTOBER - PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN - HISPANIC DAY
13 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class 5 Day trip to Barcelona
14 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
5 Day trip to Barcelona 1100am Gardening Club
200 pm Keep Fit
15 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 5 Day trip to Barcelona
16 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
5 Day trip to Barcelona
17 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group 1100am Computer Group
18 Oct Sat Autumn Fayre
19 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties - Grease
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Monday November 3rd - ICE 26th Birthday Party At Tikitano Dinner and dancing to Sam Oliver 35euro 38euro 7th8th9th November ICE Players New Production - Panto (oh yes it is) Ali-Din
20th to 23rd November Golf Society trip to Sancti Petri Golf Resort
see page 26 for further details Friday 28th November - Trip to Nerja and Caves - Organiser Sue Potter
Proposed for November - Ladies Fashion Show Thursday 4th December - Christmas Lunch at ICE Club - Chef Brenda
Saturday December 13th - Proposed Coach Trip To Malaga For The Lights
Organiser Sue Potter
Sunday 14th December - ICE Christmas Concert - Carols Poems Readings
Thursday 25th December - Christmas Lunch Time at Clubhouse The Clubhouse will be closed on the 26th December until the 4th January 2015
Saturday 10th January - Welcome the New Year Party Pie and mash supper by Sue and Diane music for dancing by Michael Anthony organiser Sue Potter
Proposals for 2015 Julie and Richard to host a Mr and Mrs Evening in the New Year
Committee members have been asked for a trip to Morocco next May Aileen has also
suggested a trip to Italy Further details to follow
20 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling ICE Club Championship Benavista
730 for 800pm Members Film Night
21 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100-200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
1100am Ladies Book Club 200 pm Keep Fit
Ladies and Gents Lunches
22 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Rambling from Last Resort Sabinillas
23 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
24 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
25 Oct Sat Bob and Terrys Treasure Hunt Estepona
26 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 430pm Songs of Praise
27 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Benavista Club Challenge Match
28 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
200 pm Keep Fit
29 Oct Wed 1030 am Rambling
700 for 730pm Whist
Tea and Talk Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard
30 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting amp Lottery 100pm Lunch 200 pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
31 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
EVENTS FOR YOUR DIARY
14
Spanish Tax Reforms By Terry Wayne Partner Blevins Franks
Tax rises were implemented in Spain in the wake of the economic crisis Income tax rates
are up to 52 - 56 in Andaluciacutea - and tax on savings income hits 27 Wealth tax was re-
instated So it was good news when Spains Expert Tax Committee issued a consultation
document earlier this year proposing a number of tax reforms The government then released its draft legislation in June and approved three laws in August
Here the key changes affecting expatriates However note that these still need to go through
parliament and so may change from the below
Income and savings taxes
The government says that the tax reform will help reduce the tax burden for some 20 million
taxpayers particularly those on low and medium incomes
The income tax bands will be reduced from seven to five and the scale rates of tax reduced
first in 2015 and then in 2016 In 2016 the rates will range from 19 to 45 compared to
2475 to 52 today But remember these are the state rates and Andaluciacutearsquos tend to be
higher
The rates on savings income will also fall in 2015 and 2016 Today they are 21 25 and
27 in 2016 they will be 19 21 and 23 The top rate of tax will apply to savings in-come over euro50000 whereas at present it applies to income over euro24000
The 60 deduction against net rental income for residents is not reduced to 50 as was
originally proposed
Capital gains tax From 2015 all capital gains regardless of the holding period will be taxed at the savings
rates as above ndash currently assets held for less than a year are taxed at the scale rates of tax
Individuals aged over 65 will be exempt from capital gains tax as long as they use the pro-
ceeds to buy a pension annuity
Indexation will no longer apply on the sale of a property from 1st January 2015
Succession tax
Although the Expert Tax Committee had originally proposed changes for succession tax it has not been included in the tax reform and draft legislation (wealth tax is not mentioned
either)
It will be interesting to see what happens now with succession tax since the European Court
of Justice has ruled that Spain has failed to fulfil its obligations regarding succession and gift
tax under By allowing differences in the tax treatment between resident and non-resident
beneficiaries they have breached the EU treaties particularly involving free movement of
capital
Once finalised and approved the tax reforms will apply from 1st January 2015 It is always
best to seek specialist and personalised advice on your tax planning in
Spain to ensure you make the most of the available opportunities to
save tax and that you get it right for you and your family
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 wwwblevinsfrankscom
952 799 752 terrywayneblevinsfrankscom
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El Rincon Toscano
Restaurant
Pizzeria
Wine Bar
Calle Real 22-26 Estepona Telephone 952-795914
Roberto 648 263 369 or Yuri 610 336 547
A little taste of Italy Come and enjoy the excellent cuisine and
service provided by Roberto and Yuri
Opening hours
Lunch every day
130 ndash 4pm
Dinner 7pm ndash midnight
Closed on Wednesdays
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Contact Alison De Cotta today to book your initial free Consultation t +34 662 351 056 e alisondecottatotuscom
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
REFERENCES SUPPLIED IF REQUIRED
Gas ServiceInstallation
All plumbing requirements
Tiling
Home Refurbishments
Painting inside amp out
General repairs and maintenance to your home amp 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 amp ACOPS Reg
Telephone for a free prompt and efficient
service on 650 884 147 or 952 891 619
e-mail gplocke6hotmailcom
Monday to Saturday 1030 - 1430 hrs
Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
29
Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
31
UK TV SOLUTIONS Whatever your circumstances may be Fast Slow or even No Internet we have the solution for you
IPTV If you have a good stable internet speed then this is by far the best solution for you Our IPTV Box
gives you all of the Free UK Channels that you have recently lost with no monthly fees to pay This box will also turn you TV into a Smart TV allowing you to Search the Web Manage your Emails
and even Skype your Friends amp Family all from the comfort of your Sofa euro195 Delivered and Installed
VPN If you are a Sky subscriber and have an Internet Connection (fast speed not necessary) then you can
enjoy the benefits of On Demand On Demand is available to all Sky Subscribers with a Sky HD Box in the UK however to take
advantage of this here in Spain you will need a VPN Router
NO INTERNET NO PROBLEM If you have poor or no internet then you can access BBC ITV amp Channel 4 with this system
Utilise your existing Sky Dish which will need to be re-aligned to the new satellite or have another smaller dish installed if you want to continue watching your remaining Sky channels
For a friendly chat to see which UK TV Solution is best for you Call Hilary on 951 893481680837169
uktvsolutionsesgmailcom
32
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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
33
CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
35
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Of selling Spanish Propertyrdquo
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For just 42 cents a day We will telephone you each morning at a time of your
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We will contact your emergency service to instigate assistance
That might be your friend neighbour key holder or emergency service such as Helicopteros Sanitarios
Feel safe knowing we care We will keep all your services on file and much more
Just a quick call to you each day will take away worries and concerns you may have
We all know someone who is alone or caring for somebody this service is custom-made for them All areas covered Contact us now for more
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all at better prices
Home visits for private viewings
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Call 647 154 077
chirineayoubijewellerycom
36
Web versa-tile-spaincom
Member of
3
Page 26 Nigelrsquos Classified Ads +
Golf Society News
Page 27 Perspective on life + Heart Attack amp Water (Memberrsquos Articles) Page 29 Grey Nomading in Australia
Continued (Article) Page 30 Leisure Page
Page 32 General Information
Page 33 Committee and Advert Info
Page 34 Just for a Smile
Editor Terry Smith
Phone 951 276 690
Mobile 677 656 319
Email terrysmithsibermecom
ICE Magazine
EDITORIAL It was commented to me WHY so many adverts in our magazine I am sure most mem-bers would be aware that these adverts pay for most of the expenses (not mine I might add) for this magazine and without adverts in some way members would have to pay for its production I have also had comments of why not more interesting material in the magazine WHY This is the ICE Club membersrsquo magazine and I need more input from members I do have regular contributors and I thank them I cannot do this alone without more input from members Terry Smith
Input from members for your
magazine interesting articles and
experiences Important information
funny stories poetry recipes
restaurant revues etc etc
These can be emailed to me or left at
the clubhouse top drawer in cabinet
between ladies toilet doors
President Doug Mitchell 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 wwwsibermecom
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 amp MAGAZINE WHEN CONTACTING ADVERTISERS
Page 5 Presidentrsquos Letter
Page 6 Bulletin Board + Lottery
Page 7 Computer Tips + Scam of the
Month
Page 8 Memories + Past Event (Members Articles)
Page 10 Past Events
Page 11 October Events
Page 1213 October Calendar
Page 13 Events For Your Diary
Page 14 Blevins Franks Article
Page 24 So We Decided To Get Away For
A Few Days (Membersrsquo Article)
Page 25 Bowls Group News + Freddies
Recipe
Contents
Thanks to all those who have
contributed items for your magazine
please keep them coming
4
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 Espantildea
Estepona
Located immediately opposite the
underground car park entrance
facing the sea
TELAS amp TELAS The perfect place to shop
for all your Household
Goods Curtains
amp Materials etc
At the corner of
C Sevilla amp C Lopez de Mena
behind the Bus Station
in San Pedro
Open Monday to Friday
1000am to 2-00pm
Tel 952 788 117
A cut
Above
The Friendly British Hair Salon
Unisex Peluqueria For Every Day
amp Those Special Occasions
952 805 485
Ask For THERESA or SARA
We are offering a promotion on
Blow-dries Shampoo and Sets
for 12 Euros
Monday to Friday
OAP days are Monday to Friday
Estepona Port
Opposite Club Nautico
All kinds of
sewing
undertaken
I will do all repairs and alterations
I make curtains
Dressmaking
Upholstery of terrace furniture
And even equine or pet accessories
No job is too large or too small
Call Heidi on 606-237-757
heidimanilvagmailcom
5
Food For Thought Submitted by Rosemary Ferguson
ldquoTraumas and experience of crises grant us an intensity of feelingrdquo
DO YOU LIKE PREPARING DESERTS To assist the hard working catering teams our catering manager Brenda
Taylor is seeking ladies or gents to make deserts of 12 portions at home or the club that can be then frozen or delivered on a Thursday morning
You will have your costs reimbursed Please contact Brenda 952 805 739 654 579 492
YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOU - MORE VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED Your club is run by volunteers without them we cannot function Help is required for the following Bar staff training will be given see Mac McIntyre Bar Manager Help required by catering teams for preparation and serving to members Thursday mornings no cooking no clearing up See Catering Manager Brenda Taylor Meeters and greeters to man the front door for just an hour on a Thursday club morning see Maureen Baldwin-Winckle
Presidentrsquos Letter October 2014
We have a very busy month ahead with various events so there
should be something that interests everybody but please remember
that the activities and events rely on your support
I would like to thank our Gardening Group for keeping the Club
garden tidy as first impressions count and we like to maintain a
smart appearance We are hoping to attract some new members at our open
day on Sunday October 5th
The committee do their best to organise trips and events that could appeal to
members but itrsquos difficult to keep coming up with something new so your
input is valuable It has been suggested that we carry out a survey to see what
you would like the club to organise in the future but I feel that itrsquos easier for
you to approach a committee member with your ideas and suggestions
Following the Clubrsquos successful birthday party at Tikitano Restaurant last
year it will be the venue this year for the Clubrsquos 26th birthday celebration on
Monday 3rd of November I hope to see most of you there Doug
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
6
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 DVDVIDEO Library Can members please ensure they sign for all borrowed films and add mem-bership 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 1000 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
International Emergency
Please post comments or suggestions on here httpswwwfacebookcomgroupsInternationalClubEstepona Administrator Anna Tandy
IMPORTANT ALL ORGANISERS PLEASE NOTE THE CLUBHOUSE FURNITURE MUST BE LEFT AS SET FOR A THURSDAY MEETING BEFORE LEAVING CLUB SWITCH OFF LIGHTS FANS
AND AIR CONDITIONERS SET BUILDING ALARM AND LOCK DOORS
IMPORTANT TELL THE BAR STAFF OF ANY BROKEN GLASS
AND THEY WILL DISPOSE OF IT
Lottery Winners August
1st Barbara Salisbury 32euro
2nd Tessa Henry 16euro
3rd Roy Gilby 8euro
Club 24euro
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 the ramble
Stewardesses is the longest word typed with only the left hand And lollipop is the longest word typed with your right hand
No word in the English language rhymes with month orange silver or purple Dreamt is the only English word that ends in the letters mt
NOW
YOU
KNOW
7
NEXT COMPUTER GROUP MEETING FRIDAY 17th OCTOBER 1100AM NEXT NOVICES COMPUTER MEETING FRIDAY 3rd OCTOBER 1000 to 1130am
Has your email account been hacked If you want to check whether your account has been compromised in any of the high-profile attacks in recent years - including the strikes on Adobe Sony and Tesco - enter your username or email address at https haveibeenpwnedcom Created by security software specialist Troy Hunt last year this site checks all the published databases from a dozen or so major attacks and tells you if it finds your login details in any of them Remember to enter both current and past email addresses including business and personal as well as any usernames you can recall If your details have been stolen make sure you change your password on that site - and any other site on which you may have used the same or similar passwords Havelbeenpwned also lets you set up email alerts that warn you immediately if your email address has been stolen in any future raids In case youre wondering hackers use pwned as a slang word for owned as in to gain ownership of something - in this case your password Haveibeenpwnedcom is a reputable site run by a trusted and well-known member of the security community but exercise caution on copycat sites promising to re-veal if your accounts have been hacked If you do you may find that the criminals neednt bother going to the lengths of breaking into a website to scoop up personal details - youve handed them yours on a plate Try this App on your tablet - Touch Van Gogh Reveal the hidden details within three of Van Goghrsquos most iconic paintings simply by tapping the different areas You can also read about the artist his let-ters sketches and techniques
Remember the Computer Group meets at the Clubhouse on the third Friday of the month at 1100am No need to book ndash just turn up We have WiFi broadband internet available so why not bring your lap-
top netbook tablet etc along If you have any questions or suggested topics for future editions please email us vicloughransibermecom or peterdowdsibermecom
Scam of the Month - Oct 2014 Pyramid selling Submitted by Peter Dowd These schemes invite you to sign up to a money-making club typically through websites but also through friends invitations The premise is that you have to pay a small joining fee and then invite a specified number of other people to join in order to claim your reward The reality is that only those at the top of the pyramid can expect lucrative rewards Matrix schemes work in a similar way but offer a gadget gift instead We fall for pyramid and matrix schemes in part because they come across as reasonable propositions However you should steer clear of these types of money-making schemes especially the ones that ask you to sign up new members The swindlers are relying on you failing to recruit enough members ndash and so far this has paid off with the average victim of pyramid selling losing pound930
Vic Loughran Peter Dowd
Monthly Computer Tips ndash October 2014
Windows Tip of the Month Win Key + Moves active window to left half of screen
8
MEMORIES When I heard that lsquoSunday Night At The London Palladiumrsquo is returning to our screens wonderful memories came flooding back My first job in television was sending out tickets for this pro-gramme through the Ticket Office at ATV Studios For those who remember it it was the biggest vari-ety show on television at that time running for 12 years and pulling in as many as 15 million viewers Obviously most of the tickets were sent to the various Fan Clubs of whoever was appearing each week Being able to have a ticket myself for each show I was SO lucky to see the very best singers dancers comedians musicians groups opera singers balletin fact anybody who was anybody at that time - Frank Sinatra Barbra Streisand Judy Garland Bob Hope Bing Crosby Rudolf Nureyev so many the list is endless ndash all the cream of the worldrsquos entertainers Oh dear I actually threw jelly ba-bies at Ringo Starr from Lewrsquos box ndash ha (Mrs Grade used to make 4-poster beds out of Lewrsquos cigar boxes to give children at Xmas) We had great presenters too ndash Tommy Trinder Dickie Henderson Norman Vaughan Jimmy Tarbuck and not forgetting Brucie of course ndash with his lsquoBeat The Clockrsquo Lew never had any trouble getting stars to appear they were practically queuing up especially the Ameri-can artists as it was such a privilege to be on this show As well as the Palladium show ATV made numerous other light entertainment shows serials etc ndash lsquoWard 10rsquo comes to mind John Alderton and Jill Brown had to wear yellow uniforms as did all the other doctors and nurses for it to appear white on TV screens I stayed at ATV for 17 years even married a TV Cameraman but left when the franchise changed to Birmingham I then joined TV-am breakfast TV becoming a News crew Assigner until like 233 other ACTT members I got locked out (another story) I worked in TV for 40 years mostly as a News crew Assigner covering lots of wonderful occasions but also world disasters for ITN Channel 4 news and finally Sky TV and though it was very stressful at times I loved every moment They say when you start saying lsquothings were much better in them daysrsquo you are showing your age but we seem to have so little variety now on TV other than singers (who seem to screech in pain more than sing) and comedians that are rarely funny So I wonder if the new Sunday Night At The London Palla-diumrsquos can possibly be like the originals We shall just have to wait and see Sandy Avis
PAST EVENT Friday the fifth of September was a busy day at the Club the monthly quiz took place Manilva commenced its annual Wine Festival Inge Stov Nielsen with a display of her own thrown pottery gave a talk on the subject at what will always be known as Longmans Bookshop in Estepona and the Parasol Singers founded and led by the indefatigable Marion Allen (she who has written and is directing the Christmas ICE Dramatic offering Ali Din) held a multi-talented charity event at the El Paraiso Gardens in Sabinillas Out of loyalty to Madame who had been singing her heart out weekly at Buenos Noches with a varying number of other choristers it behove me to attend the last-mentioned occasion and that proved to be a most satisfying choice Not only the choir there but in co-operation with the Society of St George local charitable institute a wide and eclectic range of entertainers filled the evening with dance music and song and all deserve mention Everyone who appeared on the stage did so for the Charity and in order of performance were the Parasol Sing-ers consisting of ten ladies and a sweet voiced male Eva Cabrera solo Classical and Expressionist Flamenco danseuse and teacher whose aerial movement was much enhanced by the light breeze the Escuela de Danza a bevy of serious but lively young ladies schooled by Cristina Seguin the inevitable Ron Jones singing Frank Sina-tra standards Inaki Cadierno who mesmerised the audience with a selection of classic Spanish guitar pieces having closed his jewellery shop in Sabinillas early at 930pm The finale saw the Singers on again now confi-dently offering both Spanish and English renderings Surprisingly an enthusiastic audience quite filled the Greco-Roman amphitheatre the multi-lingual crowd of over a hundred enjoying a very successful evening Plaudits are due to Marion and the St George Society for the enormous effort made to string the multifarious package together As one of the onlookers - the easiest role - I can only cry encore bis Peter Thomas
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THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL SUMMER What a difference this year for us after last summer when we lost our lovely daughter Jain In July I had my 80th Birthday Party in the Clubhouse and what a wonderful night it was Jainacutes husband and two daughters Naomi and Jazmine were there also my other daughter Judi with Zak and Lola my other Grandchil-dren Thank you for the 60 or so members who also came along and made them so welcome The music was provided by Rons lsquoCavern Sounds Discorsquo which I think we all enjoyed Brenda made me a lovely cake Mac and Jackie ran the bar The fantastic buffet was provided by members and guests and what a spread Kate read me a poem and 13 year old Jazmine sang so beautifully Thanks to one and all
Then in August (21st) we celebrated our Diamond Wedding at Robbies Restau-rant with a crowd of friends from the Club who had either missed the Birthday Party or had worked so hard to make it a success It was a great night out Thank you to you all for making each occasion memorable and thank you to the commit-tee for the presentations made at the Club on both occasions We are so proud to belong to such a great Club Anne and Frank Hardwick
PAST EVENTS
Tuesday 9th September - GARDEN CLUB MEETING The Gardening Club held their meeting in the ICE Clubhouse which was a very interesting and beneficial meeting Sandy brought along the Rose of Jericho which none of the members had seen or heard of before and surprised the members with its history and demonstration Clara who holds a Master Composter certificate gave a very interesting in depth
talk on organic compost and how we can build our own compost bin She kindly produced a detailed document for each of us to keep and relate to giving lots of useful information We were surprised to hear that amongst several materials not to use when composting is the oleander This bush is poison-ous and even when burning gives off toxic fumes which if breathed in can be deadly Before the meeting today three of our Garden Club members spent a couple of hours de-weeding the ICE front flower bed If any other members would like to help with the occasional weeding it would be very much appreciated A few gardening problems were raised and hopefully useful advice given It was decided that the last Gardening Club meeting this year will be held in the ICE Clubhouse at 1100am on Tuesday 14th October New members always welcome Tip of the month Xmas will be here soon and lots of us may buy a poinsettia So how do we regain its red leaves for next Xmas The poinsettia needs to experience complete darkness for 14 hours a day for at least eight weeks for the leaves to turn red You can give it a go in October but you need some-where you can completely black out the light ndash or cover it with a box and black polythene During the day bring the plant back into good daylight conditions Submitted by Sandy Avis
Wednesday 17th September - Ladies and Gents Who Lunch Out 22 Juliets On this occasion made a return to a popular venue with many members Restaurante Del La Mar Estepona Port for a set varied menu Thanks to Brenda for the organising in Maggies absence who then took lsquochargersquo on her return 21 Romeos Also made a return visit to a past venue Bar Las Ninas situated opposite the Bull Ring on the main road above Estepona Port A menu del dia large choice of 3 courses for just 850euro plenty to eat and good service Thanks to Bob for the organising
11
OCTOBER EVENTS PLEASE NOTE TICKET SALES CLOSE 1230pm
ON THURSDAY MORNINGS
CORRECT MONEY PLEASE
CANCELLED TICKETS MUST FIRST BE REFERRED TO EVENT ORGANISER
Friday 3rd October - Quiz Night - 800 for 830pm Sunday October 5th - Open Day At Clubhouse- Tell Your Friends and Family 1230 to 200pm
Monday October 6th - Bowling Group - Open Invitation Challenge Cup see page 25 Tuesday 7th October - Golf Society Autumn Cup amp Lunch - See page 26
Lunch at Restaurant La Choza book with Peter or Tessa Henry Sat October 11th - Noughtiesrsquo Celebration Restaurant San Rafael Castillo - See notice board
Sunday October 12th - 5 Day 4 Night Trip to Barcelona - Final payment can now be paid- ICE organiser Joan Thompson
Tuesday 14th October - Final Garden Group Meeting 2014 Saturday October 18th - Autumn Fayre
Exhibitors 1030am Fayre open 1100am Judging 1200am Bar open Refreshments Free Entry Open to non-members why not bring friends and neighbours Photographic completion (3 categories Traditional Spain but not views Club events Flowers) Two classes for the Flower Arranging there will be a baking competition tombola table skittles darts quoits and much more Come and have a fun morning and win some prizes Entry by bottom floor doors only
Sunday 19th October - Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties Theatre - Grease Mon 20th October - Bowling Group - ICE Club Championship Trophy see page 25 Monday 20th October - Membersrsquo Film Night - Long Walk to Freedom 730800pm The film is based on the 1995 autobiographical book Long Walk to Freedom by anti-apartheid revolutionary and former South African President Nelson Mandela
Tuesday 21st October - Ladies and Gents who Lunch Out Wednesday 22nd October ndash Rambling Season Commences
Its that time of year when we start to think about commencing the rambling where does the time go all the things we were going to do with our free Wednesdays and Saturdays This year were going to meet at the Last Resort bar in Sabinillas at 1030 and walk towards Sotogrande stopping at Tubalitis for lunch and then returning to Sabinillas This is a walk well more a social ramble along the beach For future walks please remember the following Plenty of water lunch sensible shoes sun cream and we are only as fast as the slowest walker Anymore information required please phone me Looking forward to seeing you all Sue Potter 637148660
Saturday October 25th - Terry amp Bobrsquos Treasure Hunt - Back To Estepona Just 5euro per couple members win a restaurant voucher runners up prizes a very popular morning We meet between 1030 and 1130am at cafeacutebar Plazaleta Ortiz by black statue of Mavi on road side of paseo between Calle Terazza and Avenue Andaluciacutea
Further details on notice board organisers Terry Smith and Bob Taylor Sunday 26th October - Songs of Praise - 430pm
Monday 27th October - Bowling Group - Benavista Club Challenge Match see page 25 Wednesday 29th October - Tea and Talk Afternoon -
Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard - learn the truth about the JFK assassination Ole Dammegaringrd has stepped in to replace Val Reed Ole will bring us a deeply engaging insight into his lifetime work on CONSPIRACIES Afternoon Tea and Talk euro5 members euro8 guests welcome Organiser Anna Tandy EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD
ORGANISER OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
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EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD ORGANISER
OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
October 2014 DATE DAY REGULAR EVENTS EXTRA EVENTS
1 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 230pm - 500pm Stitch and Bitch (Needlework )
2 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
3 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
1000am Computer Meeting Only by prior ar-rangement and for NOVICES ONLY
800 for 830pm Quiz Night
4 Oct Sat
5 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Open Day at the Clubhouse
6 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Group Challenge Cup Benavista
7 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
Golf Autumn Cup followed by Lunch at La Choza 200 pm Keep Fit
8 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Committee Meeting
9 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting Open Forum 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
10 Oct Fri 1000am Art Group 1100 am Genealogy Group
11 Oct Sat Noughties Celebration at Restaurant San Rafael
Castillo
12 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 5 Day trip to Barcelona
SUNDAY 12th OCTOBER - PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN - HISPANIC DAY
13 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class 5 Day trip to Barcelona
14 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
5 Day trip to Barcelona 1100am Gardening Club
200 pm Keep Fit
15 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 5 Day trip to Barcelona
16 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
5 Day trip to Barcelona
17 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group 1100am Computer Group
18 Oct Sat Autumn Fayre
19 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties - Grease
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Monday November 3rd - ICE 26th Birthday Party At Tikitano Dinner and dancing to Sam Oliver 35euro 38euro 7th8th9th November ICE Players New Production - Panto (oh yes it is) Ali-Din
20th to 23rd November Golf Society trip to Sancti Petri Golf Resort
see page 26 for further details Friday 28th November - Trip to Nerja and Caves - Organiser Sue Potter
Proposed for November - Ladies Fashion Show Thursday 4th December - Christmas Lunch at ICE Club - Chef Brenda
Saturday December 13th - Proposed Coach Trip To Malaga For The Lights
Organiser Sue Potter
Sunday 14th December - ICE Christmas Concert - Carols Poems Readings
Thursday 25th December - Christmas Lunch Time at Clubhouse The Clubhouse will be closed on the 26th December until the 4th January 2015
Saturday 10th January - Welcome the New Year Party Pie and mash supper by Sue and Diane music for dancing by Michael Anthony organiser Sue Potter
Proposals for 2015 Julie and Richard to host a Mr and Mrs Evening in the New Year
Committee members have been asked for a trip to Morocco next May Aileen has also
suggested a trip to Italy Further details to follow
20 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling ICE Club Championship Benavista
730 for 800pm Members Film Night
21 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100-200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
1100am Ladies Book Club 200 pm Keep Fit
Ladies and Gents Lunches
22 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Rambling from Last Resort Sabinillas
23 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
24 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
25 Oct Sat Bob and Terrys Treasure Hunt Estepona
26 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 430pm Songs of Praise
27 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Benavista Club Challenge Match
28 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
200 pm Keep Fit
29 Oct Wed 1030 am Rambling
700 for 730pm Whist
Tea and Talk Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard
30 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting amp Lottery 100pm Lunch 200 pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
31 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
EVENTS FOR YOUR DIARY
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Spanish Tax Reforms By Terry Wayne Partner Blevins Franks
Tax rises were implemented in Spain in the wake of the economic crisis Income tax rates
are up to 52 - 56 in Andaluciacutea - and tax on savings income hits 27 Wealth tax was re-
instated So it was good news when Spains Expert Tax Committee issued a consultation
document earlier this year proposing a number of tax reforms The government then released its draft legislation in June and approved three laws in August
Here the key changes affecting expatriates However note that these still need to go through
parliament and so may change from the below
Income and savings taxes
The government says that the tax reform will help reduce the tax burden for some 20 million
taxpayers particularly those on low and medium incomes
The income tax bands will be reduced from seven to five and the scale rates of tax reduced
first in 2015 and then in 2016 In 2016 the rates will range from 19 to 45 compared to
2475 to 52 today But remember these are the state rates and Andaluciacutearsquos tend to be
higher
The rates on savings income will also fall in 2015 and 2016 Today they are 21 25 and
27 in 2016 they will be 19 21 and 23 The top rate of tax will apply to savings in-come over euro50000 whereas at present it applies to income over euro24000
The 60 deduction against net rental income for residents is not reduced to 50 as was
originally proposed
Capital gains tax From 2015 all capital gains regardless of the holding period will be taxed at the savings
rates as above ndash currently assets held for less than a year are taxed at the scale rates of tax
Individuals aged over 65 will be exempt from capital gains tax as long as they use the pro-
ceeds to buy a pension annuity
Indexation will no longer apply on the sale of a property from 1st January 2015
Succession tax
Although the Expert Tax Committee had originally proposed changes for succession tax it has not been included in the tax reform and draft legislation (wealth tax is not mentioned
either)
It will be interesting to see what happens now with succession tax since the European Court
of Justice has ruled that Spain has failed to fulfil its obligations regarding succession and gift
tax under By allowing differences in the tax treatment between resident and non-resident
beneficiaries they have breached the EU treaties particularly involving free movement of
capital
Once finalised and approved the tax reforms will apply from 1st January 2015 It is always
best to seek specialist and personalised advice on your tax planning in
Spain to ensure you make the most of the available opportunities to
save tax and that you get it right for you and your family
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 wwwblevinsfrankscom
952 799 752 terrywayneblevinsfrankscom
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El Rincon Toscano
Restaurant
Pizzeria
Wine Bar
Calle Real 22-26 Estepona Telephone 952-795914
Roberto 648 263 369 or Yuri 610 336 547
A little taste of Italy Come and enjoy the excellent cuisine and
service provided by Roberto and Yuri
Opening hours
Lunch every day
130 ndash 4pm
Dinner 7pm ndash midnight
Closed on Wednesdays
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
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BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
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ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
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Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
REFERENCES SUPPLIED IF REQUIRED
Gas ServiceInstallation
All plumbing requirements
Tiling
Home Refurbishments
Painting inside amp out
General repairs and maintenance to your home amp 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
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UK Corgi amp ACOPS Reg
Telephone for a free prompt and efficient
service on 650 884 147 or 952 891 619
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Monday to Saturday 1030 - 1430 hrs
Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
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Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
31
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VPN If you are a Sky subscriber and have an Internet Connection (fast speed not necessary) then you can
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For a friendly chat to see which UK TV Solution is best for you Call Hilary on 951 893481680837169
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
33
CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
35
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Member of
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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 Espantildea
Estepona
Located immediately opposite the
underground car park entrance
facing the sea
TELAS amp TELAS The perfect place to shop
for all your Household
Goods Curtains
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At the corner of
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Open Monday to Friday
1000am to 2-00pm
Tel 952 788 117
A cut
Above
The Friendly British Hair Salon
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952 805 485
Ask For THERESA or SARA
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Monday to Friday
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Opposite Club Nautico
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I will do all repairs and alterations
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Upholstery of terrace furniture
And even equine or pet accessories
No job is too large or too small
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5
Food For Thought Submitted by Rosemary Ferguson
ldquoTraumas and experience of crises grant us an intensity of feelingrdquo
DO YOU LIKE PREPARING DESERTS To assist the hard working catering teams our catering manager Brenda
Taylor is seeking ladies or gents to make deserts of 12 portions at home or the club that can be then frozen or delivered on a Thursday morning
You will have your costs reimbursed Please contact Brenda 952 805 739 654 579 492
YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOU - MORE VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED Your club is run by volunteers without them we cannot function Help is required for the following Bar staff training will be given see Mac McIntyre Bar Manager Help required by catering teams for preparation and serving to members Thursday mornings no cooking no clearing up See Catering Manager Brenda Taylor Meeters and greeters to man the front door for just an hour on a Thursday club morning see Maureen Baldwin-Winckle
Presidentrsquos Letter October 2014
We have a very busy month ahead with various events so there
should be something that interests everybody but please remember
that the activities and events rely on your support
I would like to thank our Gardening Group for keeping the Club
garden tidy as first impressions count and we like to maintain a
smart appearance We are hoping to attract some new members at our open
day on Sunday October 5th
The committee do their best to organise trips and events that could appeal to
members but itrsquos difficult to keep coming up with something new so your
input is valuable It has been suggested that we carry out a survey to see what
you would like the club to organise in the future but I feel that itrsquos easier for
you to approach a committee member with your ideas and suggestions
Following the Clubrsquos successful birthday party at Tikitano Restaurant last
year it will be the venue this year for the Clubrsquos 26th birthday celebration on
Monday 3rd of November I hope to see most of you there Doug
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
6
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 DVDVIDEO Library Can members please ensure they sign for all borrowed films and add mem-bership 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 1000 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
International Emergency
Please post comments or suggestions on here httpswwwfacebookcomgroupsInternationalClubEstepona Administrator Anna Tandy
IMPORTANT ALL ORGANISERS PLEASE NOTE THE CLUBHOUSE FURNITURE MUST BE LEFT AS SET FOR A THURSDAY MEETING BEFORE LEAVING CLUB SWITCH OFF LIGHTS FANS
AND AIR CONDITIONERS SET BUILDING ALARM AND LOCK DOORS
IMPORTANT TELL THE BAR STAFF OF ANY BROKEN GLASS
AND THEY WILL DISPOSE OF IT
Lottery Winners August
1st Barbara Salisbury 32euro
2nd Tessa Henry 16euro
3rd Roy Gilby 8euro
Club 24euro
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 the ramble
Stewardesses is the longest word typed with only the left hand And lollipop is the longest word typed with your right hand
No word in the English language rhymes with month orange silver or purple Dreamt is the only English word that ends in the letters mt
NOW
YOU
KNOW
7
NEXT COMPUTER GROUP MEETING FRIDAY 17th OCTOBER 1100AM NEXT NOVICES COMPUTER MEETING FRIDAY 3rd OCTOBER 1000 to 1130am
Has your email account been hacked If you want to check whether your account has been compromised in any of the high-profile attacks in recent years - including the strikes on Adobe Sony and Tesco - enter your username or email address at https haveibeenpwnedcom Created by security software specialist Troy Hunt last year this site checks all the published databases from a dozen or so major attacks and tells you if it finds your login details in any of them Remember to enter both current and past email addresses including business and personal as well as any usernames you can recall If your details have been stolen make sure you change your password on that site - and any other site on which you may have used the same or similar passwords Havelbeenpwned also lets you set up email alerts that warn you immediately if your email address has been stolen in any future raids In case youre wondering hackers use pwned as a slang word for owned as in to gain ownership of something - in this case your password Haveibeenpwnedcom is a reputable site run by a trusted and well-known member of the security community but exercise caution on copycat sites promising to re-veal if your accounts have been hacked If you do you may find that the criminals neednt bother going to the lengths of breaking into a website to scoop up personal details - youve handed them yours on a plate Try this App on your tablet - Touch Van Gogh Reveal the hidden details within three of Van Goghrsquos most iconic paintings simply by tapping the different areas You can also read about the artist his let-ters sketches and techniques
Remember the Computer Group meets at the Clubhouse on the third Friday of the month at 1100am No need to book ndash just turn up We have WiFi broadband internet available so why not bring your lap-
top netbook tablet etc along If you have any questions or suggested topics for future editions please email us vicloughransibermecom or peterdowdsibermecom
Scam of the Month - Oct 2014 Pyramid selling Submitted by Peter Dowd These schemes invite you to sign up to a money-making club typically through websites but also through friends invitations The premise is that you have to pay a small joining fee and then invite a specified number of other people to join in order to claim your reward The reality is that only those at the top of the pyramid can expect lucrative rewards Matrix schemes work in a similar way but offer a gadget gift instead We fall for pyramid and matrix schemes in part because they come across as reasonable propositions However you should steer clear of these types of money-making schemes especially the ones that ask you to sign up new members The swindlers are relying on you failing to recruit enough members ndash and so far this has paid off with the average victim of pyramid selling losing pound930
Vic Loughran Peter Dowd
Monthly Computer Tips ndash October 2014
Windows Tip of the Month Win Key + Moves active window to left half of screen
8
MEMORIES When I heard that lsquoSunday Night At The London Palladiumrsquo is returning to our screens wonderful memories came flooding back My first job in television was sending out tickets for this pro-gramme through the Ticket Office at ATV Studios For those who remember it it was the biggest vari-ety show on television at that time running for 12 years and pulling in as many as 15 million viewers Obviously most of the tickets were sent to the various Fan Clubs of whoever was appearing each week Being able to have a ticket myself for each show I was SO lucky to see the very best singers dancers comedians musicians groups opera singers balletin fact anybody who was anybody at that time - Frank Sinatra Barbra Streisand Judy Garland Bob Hope Bing Crosby Rudolf Nureyev so many the list is endless ndash all the cream of the worldrsquos entertainers Oh dear I actually threw jelly ba-bies at Ringo Starr from Lewrsquos box ndash ha (Mrs Grade used to make 4-poster beds out of Lewrsquos cigar boxes to give children at Xmas) We had great presenters too ndash Tommy Trinder Dickie Henderson Norman Vaughan Jimmy Tarbuck and not forgetting Brucie of course ndash with his lsquoBeat The Clockrsquo Lew never had any trouble getting stars to appear they were practically queuing up especially the Ameri-can artists as it was such a privilege to be on this show As well as the Palladium show ATV made numerous other light entertainment shows serials etc ndash lsquoWard 10rsquo comes to mind John Alderton and Jill Brown had to wear yellow uniforms as did all the other doctors and nurses for it to appear white on TV screens I stayed at ATV for 17 years even married a TV Cameraman but left when the franchise changed to Birmingham I then joined TV-am breakfast TV becoming a News crew Assigner until like 233 other ACTT members I got locked out (another story) I worked in TV for 40 years mostly as a News crew Assigner covering lots of wonderful occasions but also world disasters for ITN Channel 4 news and finally Sky TV and though it was very stressful at times I loved every moment They say when you start saying lsquothings were much better in them daysrsquo you are showing your age but we seem to have so little variety now on TV other than singers (who seem to screech in pain more than sing) and comedians that are rarely funny So I wonder if the new Sunday Night At The London Palla-diumrsquos can possibly be like the originals We shall just have to wait and see Sandy Avis
PAST EVENT Friday the fifth of September was a busy day at the Club the monthly quiz took place Manilva commenced its annual Wine Festival Inge Stov Nielsen with a display of her own thrown pottery gave a talk on the subject at what will always be known as Longmans Bookshop in Estepona and the Parasol Singers founded and led by the indefatigable Marion Allen (she who has written and is directing the Christmas ICE Dramatic offering Ali Din) held a multi-talented charity event at the El Paraiso Gardens in Sabinillas Out of loyalty to Madame who had been singing her heart out weekly at Buenos Noches with a varying number of other choristers it behove me to attend the last-mentioned occasion and that proved to be a most satisfying choice Not only the choir there but in co-operation with the Society of St George local charitable institute a wide and eclectic range of entertainers filled the evening with dance music and song and all deserve mention Everyone who appeared on the stage did so for the Charity and in order of performance were the Parasol Sing-ers consisting of ten ladies and a sweet voiced male Eva Cabrera solo Classical and Expressionist Flamenco danseuse and teacher whose aerial movement was much enhanced by the light breeze the Escuela de Danza a bevy of serious but lively young ladies schooled by Cristina Seguin the inevitable Ron Jones singing Frank Sina-tra standards Inaki Cadierno who mesmerised the audience with a selection of classic Spanish guitar pieces having closed his jewellery shop in Sabinillas early at 930pm The finale saw the Singers on again now confi-dently offering both Spanish and English renderings Surprisingly an enthusiastic audience quite filled the Greco-Roman amphitheatre the multi-lingual crowd of over a hundred enjoying a very successful evening Plaudits are due to Marion and the St George Society for the enormous effort made to string the multifarious package together As one of the onlookers - the easiest role - I can only cry encore bis Peter Thomas
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THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL SUMMER What a difference this year for us after last summer when we lost our lovely daughter Jain In July I had my 80th Birthday Party in the Clubhouse and what a wonderful night it was Jainacutes husband and two daughters Naomi and Jazmine were there also my other daughter Judi with Zak and Lola my other Grandchil-dren Thank you for the 60 or so members who also came along and made them so welcome The music was provided by Rons lsquoCavern Sounds Discorsquo which I think we all enjoyed Brenda made me a lovely cake Mac and Jackie ran the bar The fantastic buffet was provided by members and guests and what a spread Kate read me a poem and 13 year old Jazmine sang so beautifully Thanks to one and all
Then in August (21st) we celebrated our Diamond Wedding at Robbies Restau-rant with a crowd of friends from the Club who had either missed the Birthday Party or had worked so hard to make it a success It was a great night out Thank you to you all for making each occasion memorable and thank you to the commit-tee for the presentations made at the Club on both occasions We are so proud to belong to such a great Club Anne and Frank Hardwick
PAST EVENTS
Tuesday 9th September - GARDEN CLUB MEETING The Gardening Club held their meeting in the ICE Clubhouse which was a very interesting and beneficial meeting Sandy brought along the Rose of Jericho which none of the members had seen or heard of before and surprised the members with its history and demonstration Clara who holds a Master Composter certificate gave a very interesting in depth
talk on organic compost and how we can build our own compost bin She kindly produced a detailed document for each of us to keep and relate to giving lots of useful information We were surprised to hear that amongst several materials not to use when composting is the oleander This bush is poison-ous and even when burning gives off toxic fumes which if breathed in can be deadly Before the meeting today three of our Garden Club members spent a couple of hours de-weeding the ICE front flower bed If any other members would like to help with the occasional weeding it would be very much appreciated A few gardening problems were raised and hopefully useful advice given It was decided that the last Gardening Club meeting this year will be held in the ICE Clubhouse at 1100am on Tuesday 14th October New members always welcome Tip of the month Xmas will be here soon and lots of us may buy a poinsettia So how do we regain its red leaves for next Xmas The poinsettia needs to experience complete darkness for 14 hours a day for at least eight weeks for the leaves to turn red You can give it a go in October but you need some-where you can completely black out the light ndash or cover it with a box and black polythene During the day bring the plant back into good daylight conditions Submitted by Sandy Avis
Wednesday 17th September - Ladies and Gents Who Lunch Out 22 Juliets On this occasion made a return to a popular venue with many members Restaurante Del La Mar Estepona Port for a set varied menu Thanks to Brenda for the organising in Maggies absence who then took lsquochargersquo on her return 21 Romeos Also made a return visit to a past venue Bar Las Ninas situated opposite the Bull Ring on the main road above Estepona Port A menu del dia large choice of 3 courses for just 850euro plenty to eat and good service Thanks to Bob for the organising
11
OCTOBER EVENTS PLEASE NOTE TICKET SALES CLOSE 1230pm
ON THURSDAY MORNINGS
CORRECT MONEY PLEASE
CANCELLED TICKETS MUST FIRST BE REFERRED TO EVENT ORGANISER
Friday 3rd October - Quiz Night - 800 for 830pm Sunday October 5th - Open Day At Clubhouse- Tell Your Friends and Family 1230 to 200pm
Monday October 6th - Bowling Group - Open Invitation Challenge Cup see page 25 Tuesday 7th October - Golf Society Autumn Cup amp Lunch - See page 26
Lunch at Restaurant La Choza book with Peter or Tessa Henry Sat October 11th - Noughtiesrsquo Celebration Restaurant San Rafael Castillo - See notice board
Sunday October 12th - 5 Day 4 Night Trip to Barcelona - Final payment can now be paid- ICE organiser Joan Thompson
Tuesday 14th October - Final Garden Group Meeting 2014 Saturday October 18th - Autumn Fayre
Exhibitors 1030am Fayre open 1100am Judging 1200am Bar open Refreshments Free Entry Open to non-members why not bring friends and neighbours Photographic completion (3 categories Traditional Spain but not views Club events Flowers) Two classes for the Flower Arranging there will be a baking competition tombola table skittles darts quoits and much more Come and have a fun morning and win some prizes Entry by bottom floor doors only
Sunday 19th October - Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties Theatre - Grease Mon 20th October - Bowling Group - ICE Club Championship Trophy see page 25 Monday 20th October - Membersrsquo Film Night - Long Walk to Freedom 730800pm The film is based on the 1995 autobiographical book Long Walk to Freedom by anti-apartheid revolutionary and former South African President Nelson Mandela
Tuesday 21st October - Ladies and Gents who Lunch Out Wednesday 22nd October ndash Rambling Season Commences
Its that time of year when we start to think about commencing the rambling where does the time go all the things we were going to do with our free Wednesdays and Saturdays This year were going to meet at the Last Resort bar in Sabinillas at 1030 and walk towards Sotogrande stopping at Tubalitis for lunch and then returning to Sabinillas This is a walk well more a social ramble along the beach For future walks please remember the following Plenty of water lunch sensible shoes sun cream and we are only as fast as the slowest walker Anymore information required please phone me Looking forward to seeing you all Sue Potter 637148660
Saturday October 25th - Terry amp Bobrsquos Treasure Hunt - Back To Estepona Just 5euro per couple members win a restaurant voucher runners up prizes a very popular morning We meet between 1030 and 1130am at cafeacutebar Plazaleta Ortiz by black statue of Mavi on road side of paseo between Calle Terazza and Avenue Andaluciacutea
Further details on notice board organisers Terry Smith and Bob Taylor Sunday 26th October - Songs of Praise - 430pm
Monday 27th October - Bowling Group - Benavista Club Challenge Match see page 25 Wednesday 29th October - Tea and Talk Afternoon -
Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard - learn the truth about the JFK assassination Ole Dammegaringrd has stepped in to replace Val Reed Ole will bring us a deeply engaging insight into his lifetime work on CONSPIRACIES Afternoon Tea and Talk euro5 members euro8 guests welcome Organiser Anna Tandy EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD
ORGANISER OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
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EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD ORGANISER
OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
October 2014 DATE DAY REGULAR EVENTS EXTRA EVENTS
1 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 230pm - 500pm Stitch and Bitch (Needlework )
2 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
3 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
1000am Computer Meeting Only by prior ar-rangement and for NOVICES ONLY
800 for 830pm Quiz Night
4 Oct Sat
5 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Open Day at the Clubhouse
6 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Group Challenge Cup Benavista
7 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
Golf Autumn Cup followed by Lunch at La Choza 200 pm Keep Fit
8 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Committee Meeting
9 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting Open Forum 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
10 Oct Fri 1000am Art Group 1100 am Genealogy Group
11 Oct Sat Noughties Celebration at Restaurant San Rafael
Castillo
12 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 5 Day trip to Barcelona
SUNDAY 12th OCTOBER - PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN - HISPANIC DAY
13 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class 5 Day trip to Barcelona
14 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
5 Day trip to Barcelona 1100am Gardening Club
200 pm Keep Fit
15 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 5 Day trip to Barcelona
16 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
5 Day trip to Barcelona
17 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group 1100am Computer Group
18 Oct Sat Autumn Fayre
19 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties - Grease
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Monday November 3rd - ICE 26th Birthday Party At Tikitano Dinner and dancing to Sam Oliver 35euro 38euro 7th8th9th November ICE Players New Production - Panto (oh yes it is) Ali-Din
20th to 23rd November Golf Society trip to Sancti Petri Golf Resort
see page 26 for further details Friday 28th November - Trip to Nerja and Caves - Organiser Sue Potter
Proposed for November - Ladies Fashion Show Thursday 4th December - Christmas Lunch at ICE Club - Chef Brenda
Saturday December 13th - Proposed Coach Trip To Malaga For The Lights
Organiser Sue Potter
Sunday 14th December - ICE Christmas Concert - Carols Poems Readings
Thursday 25th December - Christmas Lunch Time at Clubhouse The Clubhouse will be closed on the 26th December until the 4th January 2015
Saturday 10th January - Welcome the New Year Party Pie and mash supper by Sue and Diane music for dancing by Michael Anthony organiser Sue Potter
Proposals for 2015 Julie and Richard to host a Mr and Mrs Evening in the New Year
Committee members have been asked for a trip to Morocco next May Aileen has also
suggested a trip to Italy Further details to follow
20 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling ICE Club Championship Benavista
730 for 800pm Members Film Night
21 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100-200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
1100am Ladies Book Club 200 pm Keep Fit
Ladies and Gents Lunches
22 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Rambling from Last Resort Sabinillas
23 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
24 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
25 Oct Sat Bob and Terrys Treasure Hunt Estepona
26 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 430pm Songs of Praise
27 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Benavista Club Challenge Match
28 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
200 pm Keep Fit
29 Oct Wed 1030 am Rambling
700 for 730pm Whist
Tea and Talk Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard
30 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting amp Lottery 100pm Lunch 200 pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
31 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
EVENTS FOR YOUR DIARY
14
Spanish Tax Reforms By Terry Wayne Partner Blevins Franks
Tax rises were implemented in Spain in the wake of the economic crisis Income tax rates
are up to 52 - 56 in Andaluciacutea - and tax on savings income hits 27 Wealth tax was re-
instated So it was good news when Spains Expert Tax Committee issued a consultation
document earlier this year proposing a number of tax reforms The government then released its draft legislation in June and approved three laws in August
Here the key changes affecting expatriates However note that these still need to go through
parliament and so may change from the below
Income and savings taxes
The government says that the tax reform will help reduce the tax burden for some 20 million
taxpayers particularly those on low and medium incomes
The income tax bands will be reduced from seven to five and the scale rates of tax reduced
first in 2015 and then in 2016 In 2016 the rates will range from 19 to 45 compared to
2475 to 52 today But remember these are the state rates and Andaluciacutearsquos tend to be
higher
The rates on savings income will also fall in 2015 and 2016 Today they are 21 25 and
27 in 2016 they will be 19 21 and 23 The top rate of tax will apply to savings in-come over euro50000 whereas at present it applies to income over euro24000
The 60 deduction against net rental income for residents is not reduced to 50 as was
originally proposed
Capital gains tax From 2015 all capital gains regardless of the holding period will be taxed at the savings
rates as above ndash currently assets held for less than a year are taxed at the scale rates of tax
Individuals aged over 65 will be exempt from capital gains tax as long as they use the pro-
ceeds to buy a pension annuity
Indexation will no longer apply on the sale of a property from 1st January 2015
Succession tax
Although the Expert Tax Committee had originally proposed changes for succession tax it has not been included in the tax reform and draft legislation (wealth tax is not mentioned
either)
It will be interesting to see what happens now with succession tax since the European Court
of Justice has ruled that Spain has failed to fulfil its obligations regarding succession and gift
tax under By allowing differences in the tax treatment between resident and non-resident
beneficiaries they have breached the EU treaties particularly involving free movement of
capital
Once finalised and approved the tax reforms will apply from 1st January 2015 It is always
best to seek specialist and personalised advice on your tax planning in
Spain to ensure you make the most of the available opportunities to
save tax and that you get it right for you and your family
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 wwwblevinsfrankscom
952 799 752 terrywayneblevinsfrankscom
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El Rincon Toscano
Restaurant
Pizzeria
Wine Bar
Calle Real 22-26 Estepona Telephone 952-795914
Roberto 648 263 369 or Yuri 610 336 547
A little taste of Italy Come and enjoy the excellent cuisine and
service provided by Roberto and Yuri
Opening hours
Lunch every day
130 ndash 4pm
Dinner 7pm ndash midnight
Closed on Wednesdays
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Contact Alison De Cotta today to book your initial free Consultation t +34 662 351 056 e alisondecottatotuscom
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
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BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
REFERENCES SUPPLIED IF REQUIRED
Gas ServiceInstallation
All plumbing requirements
Tiling
Home Refurbishments
Painting inside amp out
General repairs and maintenance to your home amp 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
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Telephone for a free prompt and efficient
service on 650 884 147 or 952 891 619
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Monday to Saturday 1030 - 1430 hrs
Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
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Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
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29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
31
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
33
CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
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Member of
5
Food For Thought Submitted by Rosemary Ferguson
ldquoTraumas and experience of crises grant us an intensity of feelingrdquo
DO YOU LIKE PREPARING DESERTS To assist the hard working catering teams our catering manager Brenda
Taylor is seeking ladies or gents to make deserts of 12 portions at home or the club that can be then frozen or delivered on a Thursday morning
You will have your costs reimbursed Please contact Brenda 952 805 739 654 579 492
YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOU - MORE VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED Your club is run by volunteers without them we cannot function Help is required for the following Bar staff training will be given see Mac McIntyre Bar Manager Help required by catering teams for preparation and serving to members Thursday mornings no cooking no clearing up See Catering Manager Brenda Taylor Meeters and greeters to man the front door for just an hour on a Thursday club morning see Maureen Baldwin-Winckle
Presidentrsquos Letter October 2014
We have a very busy month ahead with various events so there
should be something that interests everybody but please remember
that the activities and events rely on your support
I would like to thank our Gardening Group for keeping the Club
garden tidy as first impressions count and we like to maintain a
smart appearance We are hoping to attract some new members at our open
day on Sunday October 5th
The committee do their best to organise trips and events that could appeal to
members but itrsquos difficult to keep coming up with something new so your
input is valuable It has been suggested that we carry out a survey to see what
you would like the club to organise in the future but I feel that itrsquos easier for
you to approach a committee member with your ideas and suggestions
Following the Clubrsquos successful birthday party at Tikitano Restaurant last
year it will be the venue this year for the Clubrsquos 26th birthday celebration on
Monday 3rd of November I hope to see most of you there Doug
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
6
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 DVDVIDEO Library Can members please ensure they sign for all borrowed films and add mem-bership 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 1000 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
International Emergency
Please post comments or suggestions on here httpswwwfacebookcomgroupsInternationalClubEstepona Administrator Anna Tandy
IMPORTANT ALL ORGANISERS PLEASE NOTE THE CLUBHOUSE FURNITURE MUST BE LEFT AS SET FOR A THURSDAY MEETING BEFORE LEAVING CLUB SWITCH OFF LIGHTS FANS
AND AIR CONDITIONERS SET BUILDING ALARM AND LOCK DOORS
IMPORTANT TELL THE BAR STAFF OF ANY BROKEN GLASS
AND THEY WILL DISPOSE OF IT
Lottery Winners August
1st Barbara Salisbury 32euro
2nd Tessa Henry 16euro
3rd Roy Gilby 8euro
Club 24euro
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 the ramble
Stewardesses is the longest word typed with only the left hand And lollipop is the longest word typed with your right hand
No word in the English language rhymes with month orange silver or purple Dreamt is the only English word that ends in the letters mt
NOW
YOU
KNOW
7
NEXT COMPUTER GROUP MEETING FRIDAY 17th OCTOBER 1100AM NEXT NOVICES COMPUTER MEETING FRIDAY 3rd OCTOBER 1000 to 1130am
Has your email account been hacked If you want to check whether your account has been compromised in any of the high-profile attacks in recent years - including the strikes on Adobe Sony and Tesco - enter your username or email address at https haveibeenpwnedcom Created by security software specialist Troy Hunt last year this site checks all the published databases from a dozen or so major attacks and tells you if it finds your login details in any of them Remember to enter both current and past email addresses including business and personal as well as any usernames you can recall If your details have been stolen make sure you change your password on that site - and any other site on which you may have used the same or similar passwords Havelbeenpwned also lets you set up email alerts that warn you immediately if your email address has been stolen in any future raids In case youre wondering hackers use pwned as a slang word for owned as in to gain ownership of something - in this case your password Haveibeenpwnedcom is a reputable site run by a trusted and well-known member of the security community but exercise caution on copycat sites promising to re-veal if your accounts have been hacked If you do you may find that the criminals neednt bother going to the lengths of breaking into a website to scoop up personal details - youve handed them yours on a plate Try this App on your tablet - Touch Van Gogh Reveal the hidden details within three of Van Goghrsquos most iconic paintings simply by tapping the different areas You can also read about the artist his let-ters sketches and techniques
Remember the Computer Group meets at the Clubhouse on the third Friday of the month at 1100am No need to book ndash just turn up We have WiFi broadband internet available so why not bring your lap-
top netbook tablet etc along If you have any questions or suggested topics for future editions please email us vicloughransibermecom or peterdowdsibermecom
Scam of the Month - Oct 2014 Pyramid selling Submitted by Peter Dowd These schemes invite you to sign up to a money-making club typically through websites but also through friends invitations The premise is that you have to pay a small joining fee and then invite a specified number of other people to join in order to claim your reward The reality is that only those at the top of the pyramid can expect lucrative rewards Matrix schemes work in a similar way but offer a gadget gift instead We fall for pyramid and matrix schemes in part because they come across as reasonable propositions However you should steer clear of these types of money-making schemes especially the ones that ask you to sign up new members The swindlers are relying on you failing to recruit enough members ndash and so far this has paid off with the average victim of pyramid selling losing pound930
Vic Loughran Peter Dowd
Monthly Computer Tips ndash October 2014
Windows Tip of the Month Win Key + Moves active window to left half of screen
8
MEMORIES When I heard that lsquoSunday Night At The London Palladiumrsquo is returning to our screens wonderful memories came flooding back My first job in television was sending out tickets for this pro-gramme through the Ticket Office at ATV Studios For those who remember it it was the biggest vari-ety show on television at that time running for 12 years and pulling in as many as 15 million viewers Obviously most of the tickets were sent to the various Fan Clubs of whoever was appearing each week Being able to have a ticket myself for each show I was SO lucky to see the very best singers dancers comedians musicians groups opera singers balletin fact anybody who was anybody at that time - Frank Sinatra Barbra Streisand Judy Garland Bob Hope Bing Crosby Rudolf Nureyev so many the list is endless ndash all the cream of the worldrsquos entertainers Oh dear I actually threw jelly ba-bies at Ringo Starr from Lewrsquos box ndash ha (Mrs Grade used to make 4-poster beds out of Lewrsquos cigar boxes to give children at Xmas) We had great presenters too ndash Tommy Trinder Dickie Henderson Norman Vaughan Jimmy Tarbuck and not forgetting Brucie of course ndash with his lsquoBeat The Clockrsquo Lew never had any trouble getting stars to appear they were practically queuing up especially the Ameri-can artists as it was such a privilege to be on this show As well as the Palladium show ATV made numerous other light entertainment shows serials etc ndash lsquoWard 10rsquo comes to mind John Alderton and Jill Brown had to wear yellow uniforms as did all the other doctors and nurses for it to appear white on TV screens I stayed at ATV for 17 years even married a TV Cameraman but left when the franchise changed to Birmingham I then joined TV-am breakfast TV becoming a News crew Assigner until like 233 other ACTT members I got locked out (another story) I worked in TV for 40 years mostly as a News crew Assigner covering lots of wonderful occasions but also world disasters for ITN Channel 4 news and finally Sky TV and though it was very stressful at times I loved every moment They say when you start saying lsquothings were much better in them daysrsquo you are showing your age but we seem to have so little variety now on TV other than singers (who seem to screech in pain more than sing) and comedians that are rarely funny So I wonder if the new Sunday Night At The London Palla-diumrsquos can possibly be like the originals We shall just have to wait and see Sandy Avis
PAST EVENT Friday the fifth of September was a busy day at the Club the monthly quiz took place Manilva commenced its annual Wine Festival Inge Stov Nielsen with a display of her own thrown pottery gave a talk on the subject at what will always be known as Longmans Bookshop in Estepona and the Parasol Singers founded and led by the indefatigable Marion Allen (she who has written and is directing the Christmas ICE Dramatic offering Ali Din) held a multi-talented charity event at the El Paraiso Gardens in Sabinillas Out of loyalty to Madame who had been singing her heart out weekly at Buenos Noches with a varying number of other choristers it behove me to attend the last-mentioned occasion and that proved to be a most satisfying choice Not only the choir there but in co-operation with the Society of St George local charitable institute a wide and eclectic range of entertainers filled the evening with dance music and song and all deserve mention Everyone who appeared on the stage did so for the Charity and in order of performance were the Parasol Sing-ers consisting of ten ladies and a sweet voiced male Eva Cabrera solo Classical and Expressionist Flamenco danseuse and teacher whose aerial movement was much enhanced by the light breeze the Escuela de Danza a bevy of serious but lively young ladies schooled by Cristina Seguin the inevitable Ron Jones singing Frank Sina-tra standards Inaki Cadierno who mesmerised the audience with a selection of classic Spanish guitar pieces having closed his jewellery shop in Sabinillas early at 930pm The finale saw the Singers on again now confi-dently offering both Spanish and English renderings Surprisingly an enthusiastic audience quite filled the Greco-Roman amphitheatre the multi-lingual crowd of over a hundred enjoying a very successful evening Plaudits are due to Marion and the St George Society for the enormous effort made to string the multifarious package together As one of the onlookers - the easiest role - I can only cry encore bis Peter Thomas
9
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10
THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL SUMMER What a difference this year for us after last summer when we lost our lovely daughter Jain In July I had my 80th Birthday Party in the Clubhouse and what a wonderful night it was Jainacutes husband and two daughters Naomi and Jazmine were there also my other daughter Judi with Zak and Lola my other Grandchil-dren Thank you for the 60 or so members who also came along and made them so welcome The music was provided by Rons lsquoCavern Sounds Discorsquo which I think we all enjoyed Brenda made me a lovely cake Mac and Jackie ran the bar The fantastic buffet was provided by members and guests and what a spread Kate read me a poem and 13 year old Jazmine sang so beautifully Thanks to one and all
Then in August (21st) we celebrated our Diamond Wedding at Robbies Restau-rant with a crowd of friends from the Club who had either missed the Birthday Party or had worked so hard to make it a success It was a great night out Thank you to you all for making each occasion memorable and thank you to the commit-tee for the presentations made at the Club on both occasions We are so proud to belong to such a great Club Anne and Frank Hardwick
PAST EVENTS
Tuesday 9th September - GARDEN CLUB MEETING The Gardening Club held their meeting in the ICE Clubhouse which was a very interesting and beneficial meeting Sandy brought along the Rose of Jericho which none of the members had seen or heard of before and surprised the members with its history and demonstration Clara who holds a Master Composter certificate gave a very interesting in depth
talk on organic compost and how we can build our own compost bin She kindly produced a detailed document for each of us to keep and relate to giving lots of useful information We were surprised to hear that amongst several materials not to use when composting is the oleander This bush is poison-ous and even when burning gives off toxic fumes which if breathed in can be deadly Before the meeting today three of our Garden Club members spent a couple of hours de-weeding the ICE front flower bed If any other members would like to help with the occasional weeding it would be very much appreciated A few gardening problems were raised and hopefully useful advice given It was decided that the last Gardening Club meeting this year will be held in the ICE Clubhouse at 1100am on Tuesday 14th October New members always welcome Tip of the month Xmas will be here soon and lots of us may buy a poinsettia So how do we regain its red leaves for next Xmas The poinsettia needs to experience complete darkness for 14 hours a day for at least eight weeks for the leaves to turn red You can give it a go in October but you need some-where you can completely black out the light ndash or cover it with a box and black polythene During the day bring the plant back into good daylight conditions Submitted by Sandy Avis
Wednesday 17th September - Ladies and Gents Who Lunch Out 22 Juliets On this occasion made a return to a popular venue with many members Restaurante Del La Mar Estepona Port for a set varied menu Thanks to Brenda for the organising in Maggies absence who then took lsquochargersquo on her return 21 Romeos Also made a return visit to a past venue Bar Las Ninas situated opposite the Bull Ring on the main road above Estepona Port A menu del dia large choice of 3 courses for just 850euro plenty to eat and good service Thanks to Bob for the organising
11
OCTOBER EVENTS PLEASE NOTE TICKET SALES CLOSE 1230pm
ON THURSDAY MORNINGS
CORRECT MONEY PLEASE
CANCELLED TICKETS MUST FIRST BE REFERRED TO EVENT ORGANISER
Friday 3rd October - Quiz Night - 800 for 830pm Sunday October 5th - Open Day At Clubhouse- Tell Your Friends and Family 1230 to 200pm
Monday October 6th - Bowling Group - Open Invitation Challenge Cup see page 25 Tuesday 7th October - Golf Society Autumn Cup amp Lunch - See page 26
Lunch at Restaurant La Choza book with Peter or Tessa Henry Sat October 11th - Noughtiesrsquo Celebration Restaurant San Rafael Castillo - See notice board
Sunday October 12th - 5 Day 4 Night Trip to Barcelona - Final payment can now be paid- ICE organiser Joan Thompson
Tuesday 14th October - Final Garden Group Meeting 2014 Saturday October 18th - Autumn Fayre
Exhibitors 1030am Fayre open 1100am Judging 1200am Bar open Refreshments Free Entry Open to non-members why not bring friends and neighbours Photographic completion (3 categories Traditional Spain but not views Club events Flowers) Two classes for the Flower Arranging there will be a baking competition tombola table skittles darts quoits and much more Come and have a fun morning and win some prizes Entry by bottom floor doors only
Sunday 19th October - Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties Theatre - Grease Mon 20th October - Bowling Group - ICE Club Championship Trophy see page 25 Monday 20th October - Membersrsquo Film Night - Long Walk to Freedom 730800pm The film is based on the 1995 autobiographical book Long Walk to Freedom by anti-apartheid revolutionary and former South African President Nelson Mandela
Tuesday 21st October - Ladies and Gents who Lunch Out Wednesday 22nd October ndash Rambling Season Commences
Its that time of year when we start to think about commencing the rambling where does the time go all the things we were going to do with our free Wednesdays and Saturdays This year were going to meet at the Last Resort bar in Sabinillas at 1030 and walk towards Sotogrande stopping at Tubalitis for lunch and then returning to Sabinillas This is a walk well more a social ramble along the beach For future walks please remember the following Plenty of water lunch sensible shoes sun cream and we are only as fast as the slowest walker Anymore information required please phone me Looking forward to seeing you all Sue Potter 637148660
Saturday October 25th - Terry amp Bobrsquos Treasure Hunt - Back To Estepona Just 5euro per couple members win a restaurant voucher runners up prizes a very popular morning We meet between 1030 and 1130am at cafeacutebar Plazaleta Ortiz by black statue of Mavi on road side of paseo between Calle Terazza and Avenue Andaluciacutea
Further details on notice board organisers Terry Smith and Bob Taylor Sunday 26th October - Songs of Praise - 430pm
Monday 27th October - Bowling Group - Benavista Club Challenge Match see page 25 Wednesday 29th October - Tea and Talk Afternoon -
Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard - learn the truth about the JFK assassination Ole Dammegaringrd has stepped in to replace Val Reed Ole will bring us a deeply engaging insight into his lifetime work on CONSPIRACIES Afternoon Tea and Talk euro5 members euro8 guests welcome Organiser Anna Tandy EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD
ORGANISER OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
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EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD ORGANISER
OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
October 2014 DATE DAY REGULAR EVENTS EXTRA EVENTS
1 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 230pm - 500pm Stitch and Bitch (Needlework )
2 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
3 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
1000am Computer Meeting Only by prior ar-rangement and for NOVICES ONLY
800 for 830pm Quiz Night
4 Oct Sat
5 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Open Day at the Clubhouse
6 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Group Challenge Cup Benavista
7 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
Golf Autumn Cup followed by Lunch at La Choza 200 pm Keep Fit
8 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Committee Meeting
9 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting Open Forum 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
10 Oct Fri 1000am Art Group 1100 am Genealogy Group
11 Oct Sat Noughties Celebration at Restaurant San Rafael
Castillo
12 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 5 Day trip to Barcelona
SUNDAY 12th OCTOBER - PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN - HISPANIC DAY
13 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class 5 Day trip to Barcelona
14 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
5 Day trip to Barcelona 1100am Gardening Club
200 pm Keep Fit
15 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 5 Day trip to Barcelona
16 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
5 Day trip to Barcelona
17 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group 1100am Computer Group
18 Oct Sat Autumn Fayre
19 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties - Grease
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Monday November 3rd - ICE 26th Birthday Party At Tikitano Dinner and dancing to Sam Oliver 35euro 38euro 7th8th9th November ICE Players New Production - Panto (oh yes it is) Ali-Din
20th to 23rd November Golf Society trip to Sancti Petri Golf Resort
see page 26 for further details Friday 28th November - Trip to Nerja and Caves - Organiser Sue Potter
Proposed for November - Ladies Fashion Show Thursday 4th December - Christmas Lunch at ICE Club - Chef Brenda
Saturday December 13th - Proposed Coach Trip To Malaga For The Lights
Organiser Sue Potter
Sunday 14th December - ICE Christmas Concert - Carols Poems Readings
Thursday 25th December - Christmas Lunch Time at Clubhouse The Clubhouse will be closed on the 26th December until the 4th January 2015
Saturday 10th January - Welcome the New Year Party Pie and mash supper by Sue and Diane music for dancing by Michael Anthony organiser Sue Potter
Proposals for 2015 Julie and Richard to host a Mr and Mrs Evening in the New Year
Committee members have been asked for a trip to Morocco next May Aileen has also
suggested a trip to Italy Further details to follow
20 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling ICE Club Championship Benavista
730 for 800pm Members Film Night
21 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100-200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
1100am Ladies Book Club 200 pm Keep Fit
Ladies and Gents Lunches
22 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Rambling from Last Resort Sabinillas
23 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
24 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
25 Oct Sat Bob and Terrys Treasure Hunt Estepona
26 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 430pm Songs of Praise
27 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Benavista Club Challenge Match
28 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
200 pm Keep Fit
29 Oct Wed 1030 am Rambling
700 for 730pm Whist
Tea and Talk Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard
30 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting amp Lottery 100pm Lunch 200 pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
31 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
EVENTS FOR YOUR DIARY
14
Spanish Tax Reforms By Terry Wayne Partner Blevins Franks
Tax rises were implemented in Spain in the wake of the economic crisis Income tax rates
are up to 52 - 56 in Andaluciacutea - and tax on savings income hits 27 Wealth tax was re-
instated So it was good news when Spains Expert Tax Committee issued a consultation
document earlier this year proposing a number of tax reforms The government then released its draft legislation in June and approved three laws in August
Here the key changes affecting expatriates However note that these still need to go through
parliament and so may change from the below
Income and savings taxes
The government says that the tax reform will help reduce the tax burden for some 20 million
taxpayers particularly those on low and medium incomes
The income tax bands will be reduced from seven to five and the scale rates of tax reduced
first in 2015 and then in 2016 In 2016 the rates will range from 19 to 45 compared to
2475 to 52 today But remember these are the state rates and Andaluciacutearsquos tend to be
higher
The rates on savings income will also fall in 2015 and 2016 Today they are 21 25 and
27 in 2016 they will be 19 21 and 23 The top rate of tax will apply to savings in-come over euro50000 whereas at present it applies to income over euro24000
The 60 deduction against net rental income for residents is not reduced to 50 as was
originally proposed
Capital gains tax From 2015 all capital gains regardless of the holding period will be taxed at the savings
rates as above ndash currently assets held for less than a year are taxed at the scale rates of tax
Individuals aged over 65 will be exempt from capital gains tax as long as they use the pro-
ceeds to buy a pension annuity
Indexation will no longer apply on the sale of a property from 1st January 2015
Succession tax
Although the Expert Tax Committee had originally proposed changes for succession tax it has not been included in the tax reform and draft legislation (wealth tax is not mentioned
either)
It will be interesting to see what happens now with succession tax since the European Court
of Justice has ruled that Spain has failed to fulfil its obligations regarding succession and gift
tax under By allowing differences in the tax treatment between resident and non-resident
beneficiaries they have breached the EU treaties particularly involving free movement of
capital
Once finalised and approved the tax reforms will apply from 1st January 2015 It is always
best to seek specialist and personalised advice on your tax planning in
Spain to ensure you make the most of the available opportunities to
save tax and that you get it right for you and your family
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 wwwblevinsfrankscom
952 799 752 terrywayneblevinsfrankscom
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El Rincon Toscano
Restaurant
Pizzeria
Wine Bar
Calle Real 22-26 Estepona Telephone 952-795914
Roberto 648 263 369 or Yuri 610 336 547
A little taste of Italy Come and enjoy the excellent cuisine and
service provided by Roberto and Yuri
Opening hours
Lunch every day
130 ndash 4pm
Dinner 7pm ndash midnight
Closed on Wednesdays
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Contact Alison De Cotta today to book your initial free Consultation t +34 662 351 056 e alisondecottatotuscom
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
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BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
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ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
REFERENCES SUPPLIED IF REQUIRED
Gas ServiceInstallation
All plumbing requirements
Tiling
Home Refurbishments
Painting inside amp out
General repairs and maintenance to your home amp 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 amp ACOPS Reg
Telephone for a free prompt and efficient
service on 650 884 147 or 952 891 619
e-mail gplocke6hotmailcom
Monday to Saturday 1030 - 1430 hrs
Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
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Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
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JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
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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 DVDVIDEO Library Can members please ensure they sign for all borrowed films and add mem-bership 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 1000 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
International Emergency
Please post comments or suggestions on here httpswwwfacebookcomgroupsInternationalClubEstepona Administrator Anna Tandy
IMPORTANT ALL ORGANISERS PLEASE NOTE THE CLUBHOUSE FURNITURE MUST BE LEFT AS SET FOR A THURSDAY MEETING BEFORE LEAVING CLUB SWITCH OFF LIGHTS FANS
AND AIR CONDITIONERS SET BUILDING ALARM AND LOCK DOORS
IMPORTANT TELL THE BAR STAFF OF ANY BROKEN GLASS
AND THEY WILL DISPOSE OF IT
Lottery Winners August
1st Barbara Salisbury 32euro
2nd Tessa Henry 16euro
3rd Roy Gilby 8euro
Club 24euro
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 the ramble
Stewardesses is the longest word typed with only the left hand And lollipop is the longest word typed with your right hand
No word in the English language rhymes with month orange silver or purple Dreamt is the only English word that ends in the letters mt
NOW
YOU
KNOW
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NEXT COMPUTER GROUP MEETING FRIDAY 17th OCTOBER 1100AM NEXT NOVICES COMPUTER MEETING FRIDAY 3rd OCTOBER 1000 to 1130am
Has your email account been hacked If you want to check whether your account has been compromised in any of the high-profile attacks in recent years - including the strikes on Adobe Sony and Tesco - enter your username or email address at https haveibeenpwnedcom Created by security software specialist Troy Hunt last year this site checks all the published databases from a dozen or so major attacks and tells you if it finds your login details in any of them Remember to enter both current and past email addresses including business and personal as well as any usernames you can recall If your details have been stolen make sure you change your password on that site - and any other site on which you may have used the same or similar passwords Havelbeenpwned also lets you set up email alerts that warn you immediately if your email address has been stolen in any future raids In case youre wondering hackers use pwned as a slang word for owned as in to gain ownership of something - in this case your password Haveibeenpwnedcom is a reputable site run by a trusted and well-known member of the security community but exercise caution on copycat sites promising to re-veal if your accounts have been hacked If you do you may find that the criminals neednt bother going to the lengths of breaking into a website to scoop up personal details - youve handed them yours on a plate Try this App on your tablet - Touch Van Gogh Reveal the hidden details within three of Van Goghrsquos most iconic paintings simply by tapping the different areas You can also read about the artist his let-ters sketches and techniques
Remember the Computer Group meets at the Clubhouse on the third Friday of the month at 1100am No need to book ndash just turn up We have WiFi broadband internet available so why not bring your lap-
top netbook tablet etc along If you have any questions or suggested topics for future editions please email us vicloughransibermecom or peterdowdsibermecom
Scam of the Month - Oct 2014 Pyramid selling Submitted by Peter Dowd These schemes invite you to sign up to a money-making club typically through websites but also through friends invitations The premise is that you have to pay a small joining fee and then invite a specified number of other people to join in order to claim your reward The reality is that only those at the top of the pyramid can expect lucrative rewards Matrix schemes work in a similar way but offer a gadget gift instead We fall for pyramid and matrix schemes in part because they come across as reasonable propositions However you should steer clear of these types of money-making schemes especially the ones that ask you to sign up new members The swindlers are relying on you failing to recruit enough members ndash and so far this has paid off with the average victim of pyramid selling losing pound930
Vic Loughran Peter Dowd
Monthly Computer Tips ndash October 2014
Windows Tip of the Month Win Key + Moves active window to left half of screen
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MEMORIES When I heard that lsquoSunday Night At The London Palladiumrsquo is returning to our screens wonderful memories came flooding back My first job in television was sending out tickets for this pro-gramme through the Ticket Office at ATV Studios For those who remember it it was the biggest vari-ety show on television at that time running for 12 years and pulling in as many as 15 million viewers Obviously most of the tickets were sent to the various Fan Clubs of whoever was appearing each week Being able to have a ticket myself for each show I was SO lucky to see the very best singers dancers comedians musicians groups opera singers balletin fact anybody who was anybody at that time - Frank Sinatra Barbra Streisand Judy Garland Bob Hope Bing Crosby Rudolf Nureyev so many the list is endless ndash all the cream of the worldrsquos entertainers Oh dear I actually threw jelly ba-bies at Ringo Starr from Lewrsquos box ndash ha (Mrs Grade used to make 4-poster beds out of Lewrsquos cigar boxes to give children at Xmas) We had great presenters too ndash Tommy Trinder Dickie Henderson Norman Vaughan Jimmy Tarbuck and not forgetting Brucie of course ndash with his lsquoBeat The Clockrsquo Lew never had any trouble getting stars to appear they were practically queuing up especially the Ameri-can artists as it was such a privilege to be on this show As well as the Palladium show ATV made numerous other light entertainment shows serials etc ndash lsquoWard 10rsquo comes to mind John Alderton and Jill Brown had to wear yellow uniforms as did all the other doctors and nurses for it to appear white on TV screens I stayed at ATV for 17 years even married a TV Cameraman but left when the franchise changed to Birmingham I then joined TV-am breakfast TV becoming a News crew Assigner until like 233 other ACTT members I got locked out (another story) I worked in TV for 40 years mostly as a News crew Assigner covering lots of wonderful occasions but also world disasters for ITN Channel 4 news and finally Sky TV and though it was very stressful at times I loved every moment They say when you start saying lsquothings were much better in them daysrsquo you are showing your age but we seem to have so little variety now on TV other than singers (who seem to screech in pain more than sing) and comedians that are rarely funny So I wonder if the new Sunday Night At The London Palla-diumrsquos can possibly be like the originals We shall just have to wait and see Sandy Avis
PAST EVENT Friday the fifth of September was a busy day at the Club the monthly quiz took place Manilva commenced its annual Wine Festival Inge Stov Nielsen with a display of her own thrown pottery gave a talk on the subject at what will always be known as Longmans Bookshop in Estepona and the Parasol Singers founded and led by the indefatigable Marion Allen (she who has written and is directing the Christmas ICE Dramatic offering Ali Din) held a multi-talented charity event at the El Paraiso Gardens in Sabinillas Out of loyalty to Madame who had been singing her heart out weekly at Buenos Noches with a varying number of other choristers it behove me to attend the last-mentioned occasion and that proved to be a most satisfying choice Not only the choir there but in co-operation with the Society of St George local charitable institute a wide and eclectic range of entertainers filled the evening with dance music and song and all deserve mention Everyone who appeared on the stage did so for the Charity and in order of performance were the Parasol Sing-ers consisting of ten ladies and a sweet voiced male Eva Cabrera solo Classical and Expressionist Flamenco danseuse and teacher whose aerial movement was much enhanced by the light breeze the Escuela de Danza a bevy of serious but lively young ladies schooled by Cristina Seguin the inevitable Ron Jones singing Frank Sina-tra standards Inaki Cadierno who mesmerised the audience with a selection of classic Spanish guitar pieces having closed his jewellery shop in Sabinillas early at 930pm The finale saw the Singers on again now confi-dently offering both Spanish and English renderings Surprisingly an enthusiastic audience quite filled the Greco-Roman amphitheatre the multi-lingual crowd of over a hundred enjoying a very successful evening Plaudits are due to Marion and the St George Society for the enormous effort made to string the multifarious package together As one of the onlookers - the easiest role - I can only cry encore bis Peter Thomas
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THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL SUMMER What a difference this year for us after last summer when we lost our lovely daughter Jain In July I had my 80th Birthday Party in the Clubhouse and what a wonderful night it was Jainacutes husband and two daughters Naomi and Jazmine were there also my other daughter Judi with Zak and Lola my other Grandchil-dren Thank you for the 60 or so members who also came along and made them so welcome The music was provided by Rons lsquoCavern Sounds Discorsquo which I think we all enjoyed Brenda made me a lovely cake Mac and Jackie ran the bar The fantastic buffet was provided by members and guests and what a spread Kate read me a poem and 13 year old Jazmine sang so beautifully Thanks to one and all
Then in August (21st) we celebrated our Diamond Wedding at Robbies Restau-rant with a crowd of friends from the Club who had either missed the Birthday Party or had worked so hard to make it a success It was a great night out Thank you to you all for making each occasion memorable and thank you to the commit-tee for the presentations made at the Club on both occasions We are so proud to belong to such a great Club Anne and Frank Hardwick
PAST EVENTS
Tuesday 9th September - GARDEN CLUB MEETING The Gardening Club held their meeting in the ICE Clubhouse which was a very interesting and beneficial meeting Sandy brought along the Rose of Jericho which none of the members had seen or heard of before and surprised the members with its history and demonstration Clara who holds a Master Composter certificate gave a very interesting in depth
talk on organic compost and how we can build our own compost bin She kindly produced a detailed document for each of us to keep and relate to giving lots of useful information We were surprised to hear that amongst several materials not to use when composting is the oleander This bush is poison-ous and even when burning gives off toxic fumes which if breathed in can be deadly Before the meeting today three of our Garden Club members spent a couple of hours de-weeding the ICE front flower bed If any other members would like to help with the occasional weeding it would be very much appreciated A few gardening problems were raised and hopefully useful advice given It was decided that the last Gardening Club meeting this year will be held in the ICE Clubhouse at 1100am on Tuesday 14th October New members always welcome Tip of the month Xmas will be here soon and lots of us may buy a poinsettia So how do we regain its red leaves for next Xmas The poinsettia needs to experience complete darkness for 14 hours a day for at least eight weeks for the leaves to turn red You can give it a go in October but you need some-where you can completely black out the light ndash or cover it with a box and black polythene During the day bring the plant back into good daylight conditions Submitted by Sandy Avis
Wednesday 17th September - Ladies and Gents Who Lunch Out 22 Juliets On this occasion made a return to a popular venue with many members Restaurante Del La Mar Estepona Port for a set varied menu Thanks to Brenda for the organising in Maggies absence who then took lsquochargersquo on her return 21 Romeos Also made a return visit to a past venue Bar Las Ninas situated opposite the Bull Ring on the main road above Estepona Port A menu del dia large choice of 3 courses for just 850euro plenty to eat and good service Thanks to Bob for the organising
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OCTOBER EVENTS PLEASE NOTE TICKET SALES CLOSE 1230pm
ON THURSDAY MORNINGS
CORRECT MONEY PLEASE
CANCELLED TICKETS MUST FIRST BE REFERRED TO EVENT ORGANISER
Friday 3rd October - Quiz Night - 800 for 830pm Sunday October 5th - Open Day At Clubhouse- Tell Your Friends and Family 1230 to 200pm
Monday October 6th - Bowling Group - Open Invitation Challenge Cup see page 25 Tuesday 7th October - Golf Society Autumn Cup amp Lunch - See page 26
Lunch at Restaurant La Choza book with Peter or Tessa Henry Sat October 11th - Noughtiesrsquo Celebration Restaurant San Rafael Castillo - See notice board
Sunday October 12th - 5 Day 4 Night Trip to Barcelona - Final payment can now be paid- ICE organiser Joan Thompson
Tuesday 14th October - Final Garden Group Meeting 2014 Saturday October 18th - Autumn Fayre
Exhibitors 1030am Fayre open 1100am Judging 1200am Bar open Refreshments Free Entry Open to non-members why not bring friends and neighbours Photographic completion (3 categories Traditional Spain but not views Club events Flowers) Two classes for the Flower Arranging there will be a baking competition tombola table skittles darts quoits and much more Come and have a fun morning and win some prizes Entry by bottom floor doors only
Sunday 19th October - Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties Theatre - Grease Mon 20th October - Bowling Group - ICE Club Championship Trophy see page 25 Monday 20th October - Membersrsquo Film Night - Long Walk to Freedom 730800pm The film is based on the 1995 autobiographical book Long Walk to Freedom by anti-apartheid revolutionary and former South African President Nelson Mandela
Tuesday 21st October - Ladies and Gents who Lunch Out Wednesday 22nd October ndash Rambling Season Commences
Its that time of year when we start to think about commencing the rambling where does the time go all the things we were going to do with our free Wednesdays and Saturdays This year were going to meet at the Last Resort bar in Sabinillas at 1030 and walk towards Sotogrande stopping at Tubalitis for lunch and then returning to Sabinillas This is a walk well more a social ramble along the beach For future walks please remember the following Plenty of water lunch sensible shoes sun cream and we are only as fast as the slowest walker Anymore information required please phone me Looking forward to seeing you all Sue Potter 637148660
Saturday October 25th - Terry amp Bobrsquos Treasure Hunt - Back To Estepona Just 5euro per couple members win a restaurant voucher runners up prizes a very popular morning We meet between 1030 and 1130am at cafeacutebar Plazaleta Ortiz by black statue of Mavi on road side of paseo between Calle Terazza and Avenue Andaluciacutea
Further details on notice board organisers Terry Smith and Bob Taylor Sunday 26th October - Songs of Praise - 430pm
Monday 27th October - Bowling Group - Benavista Club Challenge Match see page 25 Wednesday 29th October - Tea and Talk Afternoon -
Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard - learn the truth about the JFK assassination Ole Dammegaringrd has stepped in to replace Val Reed Ole will bring us a deeply engaging insight into his lifetime work on CONSPIRACIES Afternoon Tea and Talk euro5 members euro8 guests welcome Organiser Anna Tandy EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD
ORGANISER OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
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EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD ORGANISER
OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
October 2014 DATE DAY REGULAR EVENTS EXTRA EVENTS
1 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 230pm - 500pm Stitch and Bitch (Needlework )
2 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
3 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
1000am Computer Meeting Only by prior ar-rangement and for NOVICES ONLY
800 for 830pm Quiz Night
4 Oct Sat
5 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Open Day at the Clubhouse
6 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Group Challenge Cup Benavista
7 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
Golf Autumn Cup followed by Lunch at La Choza 200 pm Keep Fit
8 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Committee Meeting
9 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting Open Forum 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
10 Oct Fri 1000am Art Group 1100 am Genealogy Group
11 Oct Sat Noughties Celebration at Restaurant San Rafael
Castillo
12 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 5 Day trip to Barcelona
SUNDAY 12th OCTOBER - PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN - HISPANIC DAY
13 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class 5 Day trip to Barcelona
14 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
5 Day trip to Barcelona 1100am Gardening Club
200 pm Keep Fit
15 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 5 Day trip to Barcelona
16 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
5 Day trip to Barcelona
17 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group 1100am Computer Group
18 Oct Sat Autumn Fayre
19 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties - Grease
13
Monday November 3rd - ICE 26th Birthday Party At Tikitano Dinner and dancing to Sam Oliver 35euro 38euro 7th8th9th November ICE Players New Production - Panto (oh yes it is) Ali-Din
20th to 23rd November Golf Society trip to Sancti Petri Golf Resort
see page 26 for further details Friday 28th November - Trip to Nerja and Caves - Organiser Sue Potter
Proposed for November - Ladies Fashion Show Thursday 4th December - Christmas Lunch at ICE Club - Chef Brenda
Saturday December 13th - Proposed Coach Trip To Malaga For The Lights
Organiser Sue Potter
Sunday 14th December - ICE Christmas Concert - Carols Poems Readings
Thursday 25th December - Christmas Lunch Time at Clubhouse The Clubhouse will be closed on the 26th December until the 4th January 2015
Saturday 10th January - Welcome the New Year Party Pie and mash supper by Sue and Diane music for dancing by Michael Anthony organiser Sue Potter
Proposals for 2015 Julie and Richard to host a Mr and Mrs Evening in the New Year
Committee members have been asked for a trip to Morocco next May Aileen has also
suggested a trip to Italy Further details to follow
20 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling ICE Club Championship Benavista
730 for 800pm Members Film Night
21 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100-200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
1100am Ladies Book Club 200 pm Keep Fit
Ladies and Gents Lunches
22 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Rambling from Last Resort Sabinillas
23 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
24 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
25 Oct Sat Bob and Terrys Treasure Hunt Estepona
26 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 430pm Songs of Praise
27 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Benavista Club Challenge Match
28 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
200 pm Keep Fit
29 Oct Wed 1030 am Rambling
700 for 730pm Whist
Tea and Talk Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard
30 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting amp Lottery 100pm Lunch 200 pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
31 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
EVENTS FOR YOUR DIARY
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Spanish Tax Reforms By Terry Wayne Partner Blevins Franks
Tax rises were implemented in Spain in the wake of the economic crisis Income tax rates
are up to 52 - 56 in Andaluciacutea - and tax on savings income hits 27 Wealth tax was re-
instated So it was good news when Spains Expert Tax Committee issued a consultation
document earlier this year proposing a number of tax reforms The government then released its draft legislation in June and approved three laws in August
Here the key changes affecting expatriates However note that these still need to go through
parliament and so may change from the below
Income and savings taxes
The government says that the tax reform will help reduce the tax burden for some 20 million
taxpayers particularly those on low and medium incomes
The income tax bands will be reduced from seven to five and the scale rates of tax reduced
first in 2015 and then in 2016 In 2016 the rates will range from 19 to 45 compared to
2475 to 52 today But remember these are the state rates and Andaluciacutearsquos tend to be
higher
The rates on savings income will also fall in 2015 and 2016 Today they are 21 25 and
27 in 2016 they will be 19 21 and 23 The top rate of tax will apply to savings in-come over euro50000 whereas at present it applies to income over euro24000
The 60 deduction against net rental income for residents is not reduced to 50 as was
originally proposed
Capital gains tax From 2015 all capital gains regardless of the holding period will be taxed at the savings
rates as above ndash currently assets held for less than a year are taxed at the scale rates of tax
Individuals aged over 65 will be exempt from capital gains tax as long as they use the pro-
ceeds to buy a pension annuity
Indexation will no longer apply on the sale of a property from 1st January 2015
Succession tax
Although the Expert Tax Committee had originally proposed changes for succession tax it has not been included in the tax reform and draft legislation (wealth tax is not mentioned
either)
It will be interesting to see what happens now with succession tax since the European Court
of Justice has ruled that Spain has failed to fulfil its obligations regarding succession and gift
tax under By allowing differences in the tax treatment between resident and non-resident
beneficiaries they have breached the EU treaties particularly involving free movement of
capital
Once finalised and approved the tax reforms will apply from 1st January 2015 It is always
best to seek specialist and personalised advice on your tax planning in
Spain to ensure you make the most of the available opportunities to
save tax and that you get it right for you and your family
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 wwwblevinsfrankscom
952 799 752 terrywayneblevinsfrankscom
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Wine Bar
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Opening hours
Lunch every day
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Dinner 7pm ndash midnight
Closed on Wednesdays
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
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27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
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Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
29
Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
31
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
33
CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
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Remember the Computer Group meets at the Clubhouse on the third Friday of the month at 1100am No need to book ndash just turn up We have WiFi broadband internet available so why not bring your lap-
top netbook tablet etc along If you have any questions or suggested topics for future editions please email us vicloughransibermecom or peterdowdsibermecom
Scam of the Month - Oct 2014 Pyramid selling Submitted by Peter Dowd These schemes invite you to sign up to a money-making club typically through websites but also through friends invitations The premise is that you have to pay a small joining fee and then invite a specified number of other people to join in order to claim your reward The reality is that only those at the top of the pyramid can expect lucrative rewards Matrix schemes work in a similar way but offer a gadget gift instead We fall for pyramid and matrix schemes in part because they come across as reasonable propositions However you should steer clear of these types of money-making schemes especially the ones that ask you to sign up new members The swindlers are relying on you failing to recruit enough members ndash and so far this has paid off with the average victim of pyramid selling losing pound930
Vic Loughran Peter Dowd
Monthly Computer Tips ndash October 2014
Windows Tip of the Month Win Key + Moves active window to left half of screen
8
MEMORIES When I heard that lsquoSunday Night At The London Palladiumrsquo is returning to our screens wonderful memories came flooding back My first job in television was sending out tickets for this pro-gramme through the Ticket Office at ATV Studios For those who remember it it was the biggest vari-ety show on television at that time running for 12 years and pulling in as many as 15 million viewers Obviously most of the tickets were sent to the various Fan Clubs of whoever was appearing each week Being able to have a ticket myself for each show I was SO lucky to see the very best singers dancers comedians musicians groups opera singers balletin fact anybody who was anybody at that time - Frank Sinatra Barbra Streisand Judy Garland Bob Hope Bing Crosby Rudolf Nureyev so many the list is endless ndash all the cream of the worldrsquos entertainers Oh dear I actually threw jelly ba-bies at Ringo Starr from Lewrsquos box ndash ha (Mrs Grade used to make 4-poster beds out of Lewrsquos cigar boxes to give children at Xmas) We had great presenters too ndash Tommy Trinder Dickie Henderson Norman Vaughan Jimmy Tarbuck and not forgetting Brucie of course ndash with his lsquoBeat The Clockrsquo Lew never had any trouble getting stars to appear they were practically queuing up especially the Ameri-can artists as it was such a privilege to be on this show As well as the Palladium show ATV made numerous other light entertainment shows serials etc ndash lsquoWard 10rsquo comes to mind John Alderton and Jill Brown had to wear yellow uniforms as did all the other doctors and nurses for it to appear white on TV screens I stayed at ATV for 17 years even married a TV Cameraman but left when the franchise changed to Birmingham I then joined TV-am breakfast TV becoming a News crew Assigner until like 233 other ACTT members I got locked out (another story) I worked in TV for 40 years mostly as a News crew Assigner covering lots of wonderful occasions but also world disasters for ITN Channel 4 news and finally Sky TV and though it was very stressful at times I loved every moment They say when you start saying lsquothings were much better in them daysrsquo you are showing your age but we seem to have so little variety now on TV other than singers (who seem to screech in pain more than sing) and comedians that are rarely funny So I wonder if the new Sunday Night At The London Palla-diumrsquos can possibly be like the originals We shall just have to wait and see Sandy Avis
PAST EVENT Friday the fifth of September was a busy day at the Club the monthly quiz took place Manilva commenced its annual Wine Festival Inge Stov Nielsen with a display of her own thrown pottery gave a talk on the subject at what will always be known as Longmans Bookshop in Estepona and the Parasol Singers founded and led by the indefatigable Marion Allen (she who has written and is directing the Christmas ICE Dramatic offering Ali Din) held a multi-talented charity event at the El Paraiso Gardens in Sabinillas Out of loyalty to Madame who had been singing her heart out weekly at Buenos Noches with a varying number of other choristers it behove me to attend the last-mentioned occasion and that proved to be a most satisfying choice Not only the choir there but in co-operation with the Society of St George local charitable institute a wide and eclectic range of entertainers filled the evening with dance music and song and all deserve mention Everyone who appeared on the stage did so for the Charity and in order of performance were the Parasol Sing-ers consisting of ten ladies and a sweet voiced male Eva Cabrera solo Classical and Expressionist Flamenco danseuse and teacher whose aerial movement was much enhanced by the light breeze the Escuela de Danza a bevy of serious but lively young ladies schooled by Cristina Seguin the inevitable Ron Jones singing Frank Sina-tra standards Inaki Cadierno who mesmerised the audience with a selection of classic Spanish guitar pieces having closed his jewellery shop in Sabinillas early at 930pm The finale saw the Singers on again now confi-dently offering both Spanish and English renderings Surprisingly an enthusiastic audience quite filled the Greco-Roman amphitheatre the multi-lingual crowd of over a hundred enjoying a very successful evening Plaudits are due to Marion and the St George Society for the enormous effort made to string the multifarious package together As one of the onlookers - the easiest role - I can only cry encore bis Peter Thomas
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THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL SUMMER What a difference this year for us after last summer when we lost our lovely daughter Jain In July I had my 80th Birthday Party in the Clubhouse and what a wonderful night it was Jainacutes husband and two daughters Naomi and Jazmine were there also my other daughter Judi with Zak and Lola my other Grandchil-dren Thank you for the 60 or so members who also came along and made them so welcome The music was provided by Rons lsquoCavern Sounds Discorsquo which I think we all enjoyed Brenda made me a lovely cake Mac and Jackie ran the bar The fantastic buffet was provided by members and guests and what a spread Kate read me a poem and 13 year old Jazmine sang so beautifully Thanks to one and all
Then in August (21st) we celebrated our Diamond Wedding at Robbies Restau-rant with a crowd of friends from the Club who had either missed the Birthday Party or had worked so hard to make it a success It was a great night out Thank you to you all for making each occasion memorable and thank you to the commit-tee for the presentations made at the Club on both occasions We are so proud to belong to such a great Club Anne and Frank Hardwick
PAST EVENTS
Tuesday 9th September - GARDEN CLUB MEETING The Gardening Club held their meeting in the ICE Clubhouse which was a very interesting and beneficial meeting Sandy brought along the Rose of Jericho which none of the members had seen or heard of before and surprised the members with its history and demonstration Clara who holds a Master Composter certificate gave a very interesting in depth
talk on organic compost and how we can build our own compost bin She kindly produced a detailed document for each of us to keep and relate to giving lots of useful information We were surprised to hear that amongst several materials not to use when composting is the oleander This bush is poison-ous and even when burning gives off toxic fumes which if breathed in can be deadly Before the meeting today three of our Garden Club members spent a couple of hours de-weeding the ICE front flower bed If any other members would like to help with the occasional weeding it would be very much appreciated A few gardening problems were raised and hopefully useful advice given It was decided that the last Gardening Club meeting this year will be held in the ICE Clubhouse at 1100am on Tuesday 14th October New members always welcome Tip of the month Xmas will be here soon and lots of us may buy a poinsettia So how do we regain its red leaves for next Xmas The poinsettia needs to experience complete darkness for 14 hours a day for at least eight weeks for the leaves to turn red You can give it a go in October but you need some-where you can completely black out the light ndash or cover it with a box and black polythene During the day bring the plant back into good daylight conditions Submitted by Sandy Avis
Wednesday 17th September - Ladies and Gents Who Lunch Out 22 Juliets On this occasion made a return to a popular venue with many members Restaurante Del La Mar Estepona Port for a set varied menu Thanks to Brenda for the organising in Maggies absence who then took lsquochargersquo on her return 21 Romeos Also made a return visit to a past venue Bar Las Ninas situated opposite the Bull Ring on the main road above Estepona Port A menu del dia large choice of 3 courses for just 850euro plenty to eat and good service Thanks to Bob for the organising
11
OCTOBER EVENTS PLEASE NOTE TICKET SALES CLOSE 1230pm
ON THURSDAY MORNINGS
CORRECT MONEY PLEASE
CANCELLED TICKETS MUST FIRST BE REFERRED TO EVENT ORGANISER
Friday 3rd October - Quiz Night - 800 for 830pm Sunday October 5th - Open Day At Clubhouse- Tell Your Friends and Family 1230 to 200pm
Monday October 6th - Bowling Group - Open Invitation Challenge Cup see page 25 Tuesday 7th October - Golf Society Autumn Cup amp Lunch - See page 26
Lunch at Restaurant La Choza book with Peter or Tessa Henry Sat October 11th - Noughtiesrsquo Celebration Restaurant San Rafael Castillo - See notice board
Sunday October 12th - 5 Day 4 Night Trip to Barcelona - Final payment can now be paid- ICE organiser Joan Thompson
Tuesday 14th October - Final Garden Group Meeting 2014 Saturday October 18th - Autumn Fayre
Exhibitors 1030am Fayre open 1100am Judging 1200am Bar open Refreshments Free Entry Open to non-members why not bring friends and neighbours Photographic completion (3 categories Traditional Spain but not views Club events Flowers) Two classes for the Flower Arranging there will be a baking competition tombola table skittles darts quoits and much more Come and have a fun morning and win some prizes Entry by bottom floor doors only
Sunday 19th October - Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties Theatre - Grease Mon 20th October - Bowling Group - ICE Club Championship Trophy see page 25 Monday 20th October - Membersrsquo Film Night - Long Walk to Freedom 730800pm The film is based on the 1995 autobiographical book Long Walk to Freedom by anti-apartheid revolutionary and former South African President Nelson Mandela
Tuesday 21st October - Ladies and Gents who Lunch Out Wednesday 22nd October ndash Rambling Season Commences
Its that time of year when we start to think about commencing the rambling where does the time go all the things we were going to do with our free Wednesdays and Saturdays This year were going to meet at the Last Resort bar in Sabinillas at 1030 and walk towards Sotogrande stopping at Tubalitis for lunch and then returning to Sabinillas This is a walk well more a social ramble along the beach For future walks please remember the following Plenty of water lunch sensible shoes sun cream and we are only as fast as the slowest walker Anymore information required please phone me Looking forward to seeing you all Sue Potter 637148660
Saturday October 25th - Terry amp Bobrsquos Treasure Hunt - Back To Estepona Just 5euro per couple members win a restaurant voucher runners up prizes a very popular morning We meet between 1030 and 1130am at cafeacutebar Plazaleta Ortiz by black statue of Mavi on road side of paseo between Calle Terazza and Avenue Andaluciacutea
Further details on notice board organisers Terry Smith and Bob Taylor Sunday 26th October - Songs of Praise - 430pm
Monday 27th October - Bowling Group - Benavista Club Challenge Match see page 25 Wednesday 29th October - Tea and Talk Afternoon -
Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard - learn the truth about the JFK assassination Ole Dammegaringrd has stepped in to replace Val Reed Ole will bring us a deeply engaging insight into his lifetime work on CONSPIRACIES Afternoon Tea and Talk euro5 members euro8 guests welcome Organiser Anna Tandy EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD
ORGANISER OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
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EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD ORGANISER
OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
October 2014 DATE DAY REGULAR EVENTS EXTRA EVENTS
1 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 230pm - 500pm Stitch and Bitch (Needlework )
2 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
3 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
1000am Computer Meeting Only by prior ar-rangement and for NOVICES ONLY
800 for 830pm Quiz Night
4 Oct Sat
5 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Open Day at the Clubhouse
6 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Group Challenge Cup Benavista
7 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
Golf Autumn Cup followed by Lunch at La Choza 200 pm Keep Fit
8 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Committee Meeting
9 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting Open Forum 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
10 Oct Fri 1000am Art Group 1100 am Genealogy Group
11 Oct Sat Noughties Celebration at Restaurant San Rafael
Castillo
12 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 5 Day trip to Barcelona
SUNDAY 12th OCTOBER - PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN - HISPANIC DAY
13 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class 5 Day trip to Barcelona
14 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
5 Day trip to Barcelona 1100am Gardening Club
200 pm Keep Fit
15 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 5 Day trip to Barcelona
16 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
5 Day trip to Barcelona
17 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group 1100am Computer Group
18 Oct Sat Autumn Fayre
19 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties - Grease
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Monday November 3rd - ICE 26th Birthday Party At Tikitano Dinner and dancing to Sam Oliver 35euro 38euro 7th8th9th November ICE Players New Production - Panto (oh yes it is) Ali-Din
20th to 23rd November Golf Society trip to Sancti Petri Golf Resort
see page 26 for further details Friday 28th November - Trip to Nerja and Caves - Organiser Sue Potter
Proposed for November - Ladies Fashion Show Thursday 4th December - Christmas Lunch at ICE Club - Chef Brenda
Saturday December 13th - Proposed Coach Trip To Malaga For The Lights
Organiser Sue Potter
Sunday 14th December - ICE Christmas Concert - Carols Poems Readings
Thursday 25th December - Christmas Lunch Time at Clubhouse The Clubhouse will be closed on the 26th December until the 4th January 2015
Saturday 10th January - Welcome the New Year Party Pie and mash supper by Sue and Diane music for dancing by Michael Anthony organiser Sue Potter
Proposals for 2015 Julie and Richard to host a Mr and Mrs Evening in the New Year
Committee members have been asked for a trip to Morocco next May Aileen has also
suggested a trip to Italy Further details to follow
20 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling ICE Club Championship Benavista
730 for 800pm Members Film Night
21 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100-200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
1100am Ladies Book Club 200 pm Keep Fit
Ladies and Gents Lunches
22 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Rambling from Last Resort Sabinillas
23 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
24 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
25 Oct Sat Bob and Terrys Treasure Hunt Estepona
26 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 430pm Songs of Praise
27 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Benavista Club Challenge Match
28 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
200 pm Keep Fit
29 Oct Wed 1030 am Rambling
700 for 730pm Whist
Tea and Talk Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard
30 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting amp Lottery 100pm Lunch 200 pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
31 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
EVENTS FOR YOUR DIARY
14
Spanish Tax Reforms By Terry Wayne Partner Blevins Franks
Tax rises were implemented in Spain in the wake of the economic crisis Income tax rates
are up to 52 - 56 in Andaluciacutea - and tax on savings income hits 27 Wealth tax was re-
instated So it was good news when Spains Expert Tax Committee issued a consultation
document earlier this year proposing a number of tax reforms The government then released its draft legislation in June and approved three laws in August
Here the key changes affecting expatriates However note that these still need to go through
parliament and so may change from the below
Income and savings taxes
The government says that the tax reform will help reduce the tax burden for some 20 million
taxpayers particularly those on low and medium incomes
The income tax bands will be reduced from seven to five and the scale rates of tax reduced
first in 2015 and then in 2016 In 2016 the rates will range from 19 to 45 compared to
2475 to 52 today But remember these are the state rates and Andaluciacutearsquos tend to be
higher
The rates on savings income will also fall in 2015 and 2016 Today they are 21 25 and
27 in 2016 they will be 19 21 and 23 The top rate of tax will apply to savings in-come over euro50000 whereas at present it applies to income over euro24000
The 60 deduction against net rental income for residents is not reduced to 50 as was
originally proposed
Capital gains tax From 2015 all capital gains regardless of the holding period will be taxed at the savings
rates as above ndash currently assets held for less than a year are taxed at the scale rates of tax
Individuals aged over 65 will be exempt from capital gains tax as long as they use the pro-
ceeds to buy a pension annuity
Indexation will no longer apply on the sale of a property from 1st January 2015
Succession tax
Although the Expert Tax Committee had originally proposed changes for succession tax it has not been included in the tax reform and draft legislation (wealth tax is not mentioned
either)
It will be interesting to see what happens now with succession tax since the European Court
of Justice has ruled that Spain has failed to fulfil its obligations regarding succession and gift
tax under By allowing differences in the tax treatment between resident and non-resident
beneficiaries they have breached the EU treaties particularly involving free movement of
capital
Once finalised and approved the tax reforms will apply from 1st January 2015 It is always
best to seek specialist and personalised advice on your tax planning in
Spain to ensure you make the most of the available opportunities to
save tax and that you get it right for you and your family
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 wwwblevinsfrankscom
952 799 752 terrywayneblevinsfrankscom
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Restaurant
Pizzeria
Wine Bar
Calle Real 22-26 Estepona Telephone 952-795914
Roberto 648 263 369 or Yuri 610 336 547
A little taste of Italy Come and enjoy the excellent cuisine and
service provided by Roberto and Yuri
Opening hours
Lunch every day
130 ndash 4pm
Dinner 7pm ndash midnight
Closed on Wednesdays
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
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BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
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Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
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Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
29
Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
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MEMORIES When I heard that lsquoSunday Night At The London Palladiumrsquo is returning to our screens wonderful memories came flooding back My first job in television was sending out tickets for this pro-gramme through the Ticket Office at ATV Studios For those who remember it it was the biggest vari-ety show on television at that time running for 12 years and pulling in as many as 15 million viewers Obviously most of the tickets were sent to the various Fan Clubs of whoever was appearing each week Being able to have a ticket myself for each show I was SO lucky to see the very best singers dancers comedians musicians groups opera singers balletin fact anybody who was anybody at that time - Frank Sinatra Barbra Streisand Judy Garland Bob Hope Bing Crosby Rudolf Nureyev so many the list is endless ndash all the cream of the worldrsquos entertainers Oh dear I actually threw jelly ba-bies at Ringo Starr from Lewrsquos box ndash ha (Mrs Grade used to make 4-poster beds out of Lewrsquos cigar boxes to give children at Xmas) We had great presenters too ndash Tommy Trinder Dickie Henderson Norman Vaughan Jimmy Tarbuck and not forgetting Brucie of course ndash with his lsquoBeat The Clockrsquo Lew never had any trouble getting stars to appear they were practically queuing up especially the Ameri-can artists as it was such a privilege to be on this show As well as the Palladium show ATV made numerous other light entertainment shows serials etc ndash lsquoWard 10rsquo comes to mind John Alderton and Jill Brown had to wear yellow uniforms as did all the other doctors and nurses for it to appear white on TV screens I stayed at ATV for 17 years even married a TV Cameraman but left when the franchise changed to Birmingham I then joined TV-am breakfast TV becoming a News crew Assigner until like 233 other ACTT members I got locked out (another story) I worked in TV for 40 years mostly as a News crew Assigner covering lots of wonderful occasions but also world disasters for ITN Channel 4 news and finally Sky TV and though it was very stressful at times I loved every moment They say when you start saying lsquothings were much better in them daysrsquo you are showing your age but we seem to have so little variety now on TV other than singers (who seem to screech in pain more than sing) and comedians that are rarely funny So I wonder if the new Sunday Night At The London Palla-diumrsquos can possibly be like the originals We shall just have to wait and see Sandy Avis
PAST EVENT Friday the fifth of September was a busy day at the Club the monthly quiz took place Manilva commenced its annual Wine Festival Inge Stov Nielsen with a display of her own thrown pottery gave a talk on the subject at what will always be known as Longmans Bookshop in Estepona and the Parasol Singers founded and led by the indefatigable Marion Allen (she who has written and is directing the Christmas ICE Dramatic offering Ali Din) held a multi-talented charity event at the El Paraiso Gardens in Sabinillas Out of loyalty to Madame who had been singing her heart out weekly at Buenos Noches with a varying number of other choristers it behove me to attend the last-mentioned occasion and that proved to be a most satisfying choice Not only the choir there but in co-operation with the Society of St George local charitable institute a wide and eclectic range of entertainers filled the evening with dance music and song and all deserve mention Everyone who appeared on the stage did so for the Charity and in order of performance were the Parasol Sing-ers consisting of ten ladies and a sweet voiced male Eva Cabrera solo Classical and Expressionist Flamenco danseuse and teacher whose aerial movement was much enhanced by the light breeze the Escuela de Danza a bevy of serious but lively young ladies schooled by Cristina Seguin the inevitable Ron Jones singing Frank Sina-tra standards Inaki Cadierno who mesmerised the audience with a selection of classic Spanish guitar pieces having closed his jewellery shop in Sabinillas early at 930pm The finale saw the Singers on again now confi-dently offering both Spanish and English renderings Surprisingly an enthusiastic audience quite filled the Greco-Roman amphitheatre the multi-lingual crowd of over a hundred enjoying a very successful evening Plaudits are due to Marion and the St George Society for the enormous effort made to string the multifarious package together As one of the onlookers - the easiest role - I can only cry encore bis Peter Thomas
9
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10
THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL SUMMER What a difference this year for us after last summer when we lost our lovely daughter Jain In July I had my 80th Birthday Party in the Clubhouse and what a wonderful night it was Jainacutes husband and two daughters Naomi and Jazmine were there also my other daughter Judi with Zak and Lola my other Grandchil-dren Thank you for the 60 or so members who also came along and made them so welcome The music was provided by Rons lsquoCavern Sounds Discorsquo which I think we all enjoyed Brenda made me a lovely cake Mac and Jackie ran the bar The fantastic buffet was provided by members and guests and what a spread Kate read me a poem and 13 year old Jazmine sang so beautifully Thanks to one and all
Then in August (21st) we celebrated our Diamond Wedding at Robbies Restau-rant with a crowd of friends from the Club who had either missed the Birthday Party or had worked so hard to make it a success It was a great night out Thank you to you all for making each occasion memorable and thank you to the commit-tee for the presentations made at the Club on both occasions We are so proud to belong to such a great Club Anne and Frank Hardwick
PAST EVENTS
Tuesday 9th September - GARDEN CLUB MEETING The Gardening Club held their meeting in the ICE Clubhouse which was a very interesting and beneficial meeting Sandy brought along the Rose of Jericho which none of the members had seen or heard of before and surprised the members with its history and demonstration Clara who holds a Master Composter certificate gave a very interesting in depth
talk on organic compost and how we can build our own compost bin She kindly produced a detailed document for each of us to keep and relate to giving lots of useful information We were surprised to hear that amongst several materials not to use when composting is the oleander This bush is poison-ous and even when burning gives off toxic fumes which if breathed in can be deadly Before the meeting today three of our Garden Club members spent a couple of hours de-weeding the ICE front flower bed If any other members would like to help with the occasional weeding it would be very much appreciated A few gardening problems were raised and hopefully useful advice given It was decided that the last Gardening Club meeting this year will be held in the ICE Clubhouse at 1100am on Tuesday 14th October New members always welcome Tip of the month Xmas will be here soon and lots of us may buy a poinsettia So how do we regain its red leaves for next Xmas The poinsettia needs to experience complete darkness for 14 hours a day for at least eight weeks for the leaves to turn red You can give it a go in October but you need some-where you can completely black out the light ndash or cover it with a box and black polythene During the day bring the plant back into good daylight conditions Submitted by Sandy Avis
Wednesday 17th September - Ladies and Gents Who Lunch Out 22 Juliets On this occasion made a return to a popular venue with many members Restaurante Del La Mar Estepona Port for a set varied menu Thanks to Brenda for the organising in Maggies absence who then took lsquochargersquo on her return 21 Romeos Also made a return visit to a past venue Bar Las Ninas situated opposite the Bull Ring on the main road above Estepona Port A menu del dia large choice of 3 courses for just 850euro plenty to eat and good service Thanks to Bob for the organising
11
OCTOBER EVENTS PLEASE NOTE TICKET SALES CLOSE 1230pm
ON THURSDAY MORNINGS
CORRECT MONEY PLEASE
CANCELLED TICKETS MUST FIRST BE REFERRED TO EVENT ORGANISER
Friday 3rd October - Quiz Night - 800 for 830pm Sunday October 5th - Open Day At Clubhouse- Tell Your Friends and Family 1230 to 200pm
Monday October 6th - Bowling Group - Open Invitation Challenge Cup see page 25 Tuesday 7th October - Golf Society Autumn Cup amp Lunch - See page 26
Lunch at Restaurant La Choza book with Peter or Tessa Henry Sat October 11th - Noughtiesrsquo Celebration Restaurant San Rafael Castillo - See notice board
Sunday October 12th - 5 Day 4 Night Trip to Barcelona - Final payment can now be paid- ICE organiser Joan Thompson
Tuesday 14th October - Final Garden Group Meeting 2014 Saturday October 18th - Autumn Fayre
Exhibitors 1030am Fayre open 1100am Judging 1200am Bar open Refreshments Free Entry Open to non-members why not bring friends and neighbours Photographic completion (3 categories Traditional Spain but not views Club events Flowers) Two classes for the Flower Arranging there will be a baking competition tombola table skittles darts quoits and much more Come and have a fun morning and win some prizes Entry by bottom floor doors only
Sunday 19th October - Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties Theatre - Grease Mon 20th October - Bowling Group - ICE Club Championship Trophy see page 25 Monday 20th October - Membersrsquo Film Night - Long Walk to Freedom 730800pm The film is based on the 1995 autobiographical book Long Walk to Freedom by anti-apartheid revolutionary and former South African President Nelson Mandela
Tuesday 21st October - Ladies and Gents who Lunch Out Wednesday 22nd October ndash Rambling Season Commences
Its that time of year when we start to think about commencing the rambling where does the time go all the things we were going to do with our free Wednesdays and Saturdays This year were going to meet at the Last Resort bar in Sabinillas at 1030 and walk towards Sotogrande stopping at Tubalitis for lunch and then returning to Sabinillas This is a walk well more a social ramble along the beach For future walks please remember the following Plenty of water lunch sensible shoes sun cream and we are only as fast as the slowest walker Anymore information required please phone me Looking forward to seeing you all Sue Potter 637148660
Saturday October 25th - Terry amp Bobrsquos Treasure Hunt - Back To Estepona Just 5euro per couple members win a restaurant voucher runners up prizes a very popular morning We meet between 1030 and 1130am at cafeacutebar Plazaleta Ortiz by black statue of Mavi on road side of paseo between Calle Terazza and Avenue Andaluciacutea
Further details on notice board organisers Terry Smith and Bob Taylor Sunday 26th October - Songs of Praise - 430pm
Monday 27th October - Bowling Group - Benavista Club Challenge Match see page 25 Wednesday 29th October - Tea and Talk Afternoon -
Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard - learn the truth about the JFK assassination Ole Dammegaringrd has stepped in to replace Val Reed Ole will bring us a deeply engaging insight into his lifetime work on CONSPIRACIES Afternoon Tea and Talk euro5 members euro8 guests welcome Organiser Anna Tandy EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD
ORGANISER OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
12
EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD ORGANISER
OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
October 2014 DATE DAY REGULAR EVENTS EXTRA EVENTS
1 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 230pm - 500pm Stitch and Bitch (Needlework )
2 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
3 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
1000am Computer Meeting Only by prior ar-rangement and for NOVICES ONLY
800 for 830pm Quiz Night
4 Oct Sat
5 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Open Day at the Clubhouse
6 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Group Challenge Cup Benavista
7 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
Golf Autumn Cup followed by Lunch at La Choza 200 pm Keep Fit
8 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Committee Meeting
9 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting Open Forum 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
10 Oct Fri 1000am Art Group 1100 am Genealogy Group
11 Oct Sat Noughties Celebration at Restaurant San Rafael
Castillo
12 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 5 Day trip to Barcelona
SUNDAY 12th OCTOBER - PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN - HISPANIC DAY
13 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class 5 Day trip to Barcelona
14 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
5 Day trip to Barcelona 1100am Gardening Club
200 pm Keep Fit
15 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 5 Day trip to Barcelona
16 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
5 Day trip to Barcelona
17 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group 1100am Computer Group
18 Oct Sat Autumn Fayre
19 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties - Grease
13
Monday November 3rd - ICE 26th Birthday Party At Tikitano Dinner and dancing to Sam Oliver 35euro 38euro 7th8th9th November ICE Players New Production - Panto (oh yes it is) Ali-Din
20th to 23rd November Golf Society trip to Sancti Petri Golf Resort
see page 26 for further details Friday 28th November - Trip to Nerja and Caves - Organiser Sue Potter
Proposed for November - Ladies Fashion Show Thursday 4th December - Christmas Lunch at ICE Club - Chef Brenda
Saturday December 13th - Proposed Coach Trip To Malaga For The Lights
Organiser Sue Potter
Sunday 14th December - ICE Christmas Concert - Carols Poems Readings
Thursday 25th December - Christmas Lunch Time at Clubhouse The Clubhouse will be closed on the 26th December until the 4th January 2015
Saturday 10th January - Welcome the New Year Party Pie and mash supper by Sue and Diane music for dancing by Michael Anthony organiser Sue Potter
Proposals for 2015 Julie and Richard to host a Mr and Mrs Evening in the New Year
Committee members have been asked for a trip to Morocco next May Aileen has also
suggested a trip to Italy Further details to follow
20 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling ICE Club Championship Benavista
730 for 800pm Members Film Night
21 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100-200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
1100am Ladies Book Club 200 pm Keep Fit
Ladies and Gents Lunches
22 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Rambling from Last Resort Sabinillas
23 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
24 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
25 Oct Sat Bob and Terrys Treasure Hunt Estepona
26 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 430pm Songs of Praise
27 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Benavista Club Challenge Match
28 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
200 pm Keep Fit
29 Oct Wed 1030 am Rambling
700 for 730pm Whist
Tea and Talk Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard
30 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting amp Lottery 100pm Lunch 200 pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
31 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
EVENTS FOR YOUR DIARY
14
Spanish Tax Reforms By Terry Wayne Partner Blevins Franks
Tax rises were implemented in Spain in the wake of the economic crisis Income tax rates
are up to 52 - 56 in Andaluciacutea - and tax on savings income hits 27 Wealth tax was re-
instated So it was good news when Spains Expert Tax Committee issued a consultation
document earlier this year proposing a number of tax reforms The government then released its draft legislation in June and approved three laws in August
Here the key changes affecting expatriates However note that these still need to go through
parliament and so may change from the below
Income and savings taxes
The government says that the tax reform will help reduce the tax burden for some 20 million
taxpayers particularly those on low and medium incomes
The income tax bands will be reduced from seven to five and the scale rates of tax reduced
first in 2015 and then in 2016 In 2016 the rates will range from 19 to 45 compared to
2475 to 52 today But remember these are the state rates and Andaluciacutearsquos tend to be
higher
The rates on savings income will also fall in 2015 and 2016 Today they are 21 25 and
27 in 2016 they will be 19 21 and 23 The top rate of tax will apply to savings in-come over euro50000 whereas at present it applies to income over euro24000
The 60 deduction against net rental income for residents is not reduced to 50 as was
originally proposed
Capital gains tax From 2015 all capital gains regardless of the holding period will be taxed at the savings
rates as above ndash currently assets held for less than a year are taxed at the scale rates of tax
Individuals aged over 65 will be exempt from capital gains tax as long as they use the pro-
ceeds to buy a pension annuity
Indexation will no longer apply on the sale of a property from 1st January 2015
Succession tax
Although the Expert Tax Committee had originally proposed changes for succession tax it has not been included in the tax reform and draft legislation (wealth tax is not mentioned
either)
It will be interesting to see what happens now with succession tax since the European Court
of Justice has ruled that Spain has failed to fulfil its obligations regarding succession and gift
tax under By allowing differences in the tax treatment between resident and non-resident
beneficiaries they have breached the EU treaties particularly involving free movement of
capital
Once finalised and approved the tax reforms will apply from 1st January 2015 It is always
best to seek specialist and personalised advice on your tax planning in
Spain to ensure you make the most of the available opportunities to
save tax and that you get it right for you and your family
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 wwwblevinsfrankscom
952 799 752 terrywayneblevinsfrankscom
15
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17
El Rincon Toscano
Restaurant
Pizzeria
Wine Bar
Calle Real 22-26 Estepona Telephone 952-795914
Roberto 648 263 369 or Yuri 610 336 547
A little taste of Italy Come and enjoy the excellent cuisine and
service provided by Roberto and Yuri
Opening hours
Lunch every day
130 ndash 4pm
Dinner 7pm ndash midnight
Closed on Wednesdays
18
Contact Alison De Cotta today to book your initial free Consultation t +34 662 351 056 e alisondecottatotuscom
19
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21
22
23
24
So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
REFERENCES SUPPLIED IF REQUIRED
Gas ServiceInstallation
All plumbing requirements
Tiling
Home Refurbishments
Painting inside amp out
General repairs and maintenance to your home amp 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 amp ACOPS Reg
Telephone for a free prompt and efficient
service on 650 884 147 or 952 891 619
e-mail gplocke6hotmailcom
Monday to Saturday 1030 - 1430 hrs
Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
29
Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
31
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gives you all of the Free UK Channels that you have recently lost with no monthly fees to pay This box will also turn you TV into a Smart TV allowing you to Search the Web Manage your Emails
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VPN If you are a Sky subscriber and have an Internet Connection (fast speed not necessary) then you can
enjoy the benefits of On Demand On Demand is available to all Sky Subscribers with a Sky HD Box in the UK however to take
advantage of this here in Spain you will need a VPN Router
NO INTERNET NO PROBLEM If you have poor or no internet then you can access BBC ITV amp Channel 4 with this system
Utilise your existing Sky Dish which will need to be re-aligned to the new satellite or have another smaller dish installed if you want to continue watching your remaining Sky channels
For a friendly chat to see which UK TV Solution is best for you Call Hilary on 951 893481680837169
uktvsolutionsesgmailcom
32
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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
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(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
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Email clubsibermehotmailcom
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Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
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THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL SUMMER What a difference this year for us after last summer when we lost our lovely daughter Jain In July I had my 80th Birthday Party in the Clubhouse and what a wonderful night it was Jainacutes husband and two daughters Naomi and Jazmine were there also my other daughter Judi with Zak and Lola my other Grandchil-dren Thank you for the 60 or so members who also came along and made them so welcome The music was provided by Rons lsquoCavern Sounds Discorsquo which I think we all enjoyed Brenda made me a lovely cake Mac and Jackie ran the bar The fantastic buffet was provided by members and guests and what a spread Kate read me a poem and 13 year old Jazmine sang so beautifully Thanks to one and all
Then in August (21st) we celebrated our Diamond Wedding at Robbies Restau-rant with a crowd of friends from the Club who had either missed the Birthday Party or had worked so hard to make it a success It was a great night out Thank you to you all for making each occasion memorable and thank you to the commit-tee for the presentations made at the Club on both occasions We are so proud to belong to such a great Club Anne and Frank Hardwick
PAST EVENTS
Tuesday 9th September - GARDEN CLUB MEETING The Gardening Club held their meeting in the ICE Clubhouse which was a very interesting and beneficial meeting Sandy brought along the Rose of Jericho which none of the members had seen or heard of before and surprised the members with its history and demonstration Clara who holds a Master Composter certificate gave a very interesting in depth
talk on organic compost and how we can build our own compost bin She kindly produced a detailed document for each of us to keep and relate to giving lots of useful information We were surprised to hear that amongst several materials not to use when composting is the oleander This bush is poison-ous and even when burning gives off toxic fumes which if breathed in can be deadly Before the meeting today three of our Garden Club members spent a couple of hours de-weeding the ICE front flower bed If any other members would like to help with the occasional weeding it would be very much appreciated A few gardening problems were raised and hopefully useful advice given It was decided that the last Gardening Club meeting this year will be held in the ICE Clubhouse at 1100am on Tuesday 14th October New members always welcome Tip of the month Xmas will be here soon and lots of us may buy a poinsettia So how do we regain its red leaves for next Xmas The poinsettia needs to experience complete darkness for 14 hours a day for at least eight weeks for the leaves to turn red You can give it a go in October but you need some-where you can completely black out the light ndash or cover it with a box and black polythene During the day bring the plant back into good daylight conditions Submitted by Sandy Avis
Wednesday 17th September - Ladies and Gents Who Lunch Out 22 Juliets On this occasion made a return to a popular venue with many members Restaurante Del La Mar Estepona Port for a set varied menu Thanks to Brenda for the organising in Maggies absence who then took lsquochargersquo on her return 21 Romeos Also made a return visit to a past venue Bar Las Ninas situated opposite the Bull Ring on the main road above Estepona Port A menu del dia large choice of 3 courses for just 850euro plenty to eat and good service Thanks to Bob for the organising
11
OCTOBER EVENTS PLEASE NOTE TICKET SALES CLOSE 1230pm
ON THURSDAY MORNINGS
CORRECT MONEY PLEASE
CANCELLED TICKETS MUST FIRST BE REFERRED TO EVENT ORGANISER
Friday 3rd October - Quiz Night - 800 for 830pm Sunday October 5th - Open Day At Clubhouse- Tell Your Friends and Family 1230 to 200pm
Monday October 6th - Bowling Group - Open Invitation Challenge Cup see page 25 Tuesday 7th October - Golf Society Autumn Cup amp Lunch - See page 26
Lunch at Restaurant La Choza book with Peter or Tessa Henry Sat October 11th - Noughtiesrsquo Celebration Restaurant San Rafael Castillo - See notice board
Sunday October 12th - 5 Day 4 Night Trip to Barcelona - Final payment can now be paid- ICE organiser Joan Thompson
Tuesday 14th October - Final Garden Group Meeting 2014 Saturday October 18th - Autumn Fayre
Exhibitors 1030am Fayre open 1100am Judging 1200am Bar open Refreshments Free Entry Open to non-members why not bring friends and neighbours Photographic completion (3 categories Traditional Spain but not views Club events Flowers) Two classes for the Flower Arranging there will be a baking competition tombola table skittles darts quoits and much more Come and have a fun morning and win some prizes Entry by bottom floor doors only
Sunday 19th October - Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties Theatre - Grease Mon 20th October - Bowling Group - ICE Club Championship Trophy see page 25 Monday 20th October - Membersrsquo Film Night - Long Walk to Freedom 730800pm The film is based on the 1995 autobiographical book Long Walk to Freedom by anti-apartheid revolutionary and former South African President Nelson Mandela
Tuesday 21st October - Ladies and Gents who Lunch Out Wednesday 22nd October ndash Rambling Season Commences
Its that time of year when we start to think about commencing the rambling where does the time go all the things we were going to do with our free Wednesdays and Saturdays This year were going to meet at the Last Resort bar in Sabinillas at 1030 and walk towards Sotogrande stopping at Tubalitis for lunch and then returning to Sabinillas This is a walk well more a social ramble along the beach For future walks please remember the following Plenty of water lunch sensible shoes sun cream and we are only as fast as the slowest walker Anymore information required please phone me Looking forward to seeing you all Sue Potter 637148660
Saturday October 25th - Terry amp Bobrsquos Treasure Hunt - Back To Estepona Just 5euro per couple members win a restaurant voucher runners up prizes a very popular morning We meet between 1030 and 1130am at cafeacutebar Plazaleta Ortiz by black statue of Mavi on road side of paseo between Calle Terazza and Avenue Andaluciacutea
Further details on notice board organisers Terry Smith and Bob Taylor Sunday 26th October - Songs of Praise - 430pm
Monday 27th October - Bowling Group - Benavista Club Challenge Match see page 25 Wednesday 29th October - Tea and Talk Afternoon -
Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard - learn the truth about the JFK assassination Ole Dammegaringrd has stepped in to replace Val Reed Ole will bring us a deeply engaging insight into his lifetime work on CONSPIRACIES Afternoon Tea and Talk euro5 members euro8 guests welcome Organiser Anna Tandy EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD
ORGANISER OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
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EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD ORGANISER
OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
October 2014 DATE DAY REGULAR EVENTS EXTRA EVENTS
1 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 230pm - 500pm Stitch and Bitch (Needlework )
2 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
3 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
1000am Computer Meeting Only by prior ar-rangement and for NOVICES ONLY
800 for 830pm Quiz Night
4 Oct Sat
5 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Open Day at the Clubhouse
6 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Group Challenge Cup Benavista
7 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
Golf Autumn Cup followed by Lunch at La Choza 200 pm Keep Fit
8 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Committee Meeting
9 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting Open Forum 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
10 Oct Fri 1000am Art Group 1100 am Genealogy Group
11 Oct Sat Noughties Celebration at Restaurant San Rafael
Castillo
12 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 5 Day trip to Barcelona
SUNDAY 12th OCTOBER - PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN - HISPANIC DAY
13 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class 5 Day trip to Barcelona
14 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
5 Day trip to Barcelona 1100am Gardening Club
200 pm Keep Fit
15 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 5 Day trip to Barcelona
16 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
5 Day trip to Barcelona
17 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group 1100am Computer Group
18 Oct Sat Autumn Fayre
19 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties - Grease
13
Monday November 3rd - ICE 26th Birthday Party At Tikitano Dinner and dancing to Sam Oliver 35euro 38euro 7th8th9th November ICE Players New Production - Panto (oh yes it is) Ali-Din
20th to 23rd November Golf Society trip to Sancti Petri Golf Resort
see page 26 for further details Friday 28th November - Trip to Nerja and Caves - Organiser Sue Potter
Proposed for November - Ladies Fashion Show Thursday 4th December - Christmas Lunch at ICE Club - Chef Brenda
Saturday December 13th - Proposed Coach Trip To Malaga For The Lights
Organiser Sue Potter
Sunday 14th December - ICE Christmas Concert - Carols Poems Readings
Thursday 25th December - Christmas Lunch Time at Clubhouse The Clubhouse will be closed on the 26th December until the 4th January 2015
Saturday 10th January - Welcome the New Year Party Pie and mash supper by Sue and Diane music for dancing by Michael Anthony organiser Sue Potter
Proposals for 2015 Julie and Richard to host a Mr and Mrs Evening in the New Year
Committee members have been asked for a trip to Morocco next May Aileen has also
suggested a trip to Italy Further details to follow
20 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling ICE Club Championship Benavista
730 for 800pm Members Film Night
21 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100-200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
1100am Ladies Book Club 200 pm Keep Fit
Ladies and Gents Lunches
22 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Rambling from Last Resort Sabinillas
23 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
24 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
25 Oct Sat Bob and Terrys Treasure Hunt Estepona
26 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 430pm Songs of Praise
27 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Benavista Club Challenge Match
28 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
200 pm Keep Fit
29 Oct Wed 1030 am Rambling
700 for 730pm Whist
Tea and Talk Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard
30 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting amp Lottery 100pm Lunch 200 pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
31 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
EVENTS FOR YOUR DIARY
14
Spanish Tax Reforms By Terry Wayne Partner Blevins Franks
Tax rises were implemented in Spain in the wake of the economic crisis Income tax rates
are up to 52 - 56 in Andaluciacutea - and tax on savings income hits 27 Wealth tax was re-
instated So it was good news when Spains Expert Tax Committee issued a consultation
document earlier this year proposing a number of tax reforms The government then released its draft legislation in June and approved three laws in August
Here the key changes affecting expatriates However note that these still need to go through
parliament and so may change from the below
Income and savings taxes
The government says that the tax reform will help reduce the tax burden for some 20 million
taxpayers particularly those on low and medium incomes
The income tax bands will be reduced from seven to five and the scale rates of tax reduced
first in 2015 and then in 2016 In 2016 the rates will range from 19 to 45 compared to
2475 to 52 today But remember these are the state rates and Andaluciacutearsquos tend to be
higher
The rates on savings income will also fall in 2015 and 2016 Today they are 21 25 and
27 in 2016 they will be 19 21 and 23 The top rate of tax will apply to savings in-come over euro50000 whereas at present it applies to income over euro24000
The 60 deduction against net rental income for residents is not reduced to 50 as was
originally proposed
Capital gains tax From 2015 all capital gains regardless of the holding period will be taxed at the savings
rates as above ndash currently assets held for less than a year are taxed at the scale rates of tax
Individuals aged over 65 will be exempt from capital gains tax as long as they use the pro-
ceeds to buy a pension annuity
Indexation will no longer apply on the sale of a property from 1st January 2015
Succession tax
Although the Expert Tax Committee had originally proposed changes for succession tax it has not been included in the tax reform and draft legislation (wealth tax is not mentioned
either)
It will be interesting to see what happens now with succession tax since the European Court
of Justice has ruled that Spain has failed to fulfil its obligations regarding succession and gift
tax under By allowing differences in the tax treatment between resident and non-resident
beneficiaries they have breached the EU treaties particularly involving free movement of
capital
Once finalised and approved the tax reforms will apply from 1st January 2015 It is always
best to seek specialist and personalised advice on your tax planning in
Spain to ensure you make the most of the available opportunities to
save tax and that you get it right for you and your family
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 wwwblevinsfrankscom
952 799 752 terrywayneblevinsfrankscom
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
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BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
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All plumbing requirements
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Monday to Saturday 1030 - 1430 hrs
Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
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Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
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THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL SUMMER What a difference this year for us after last summer when we lost our lovely daughter Jain In July I had my 80th Birthday Party in the Clubhouse and what a wonderful night it was Jainacutes husband and two daughters Naomi and Jazmine were there also my other daughter Judi with Zak and Lola my other Grandchil-dren Thank you for the 60 or so members who also came along and made them so welcome The music was provided by Rons lsquoCavern Sounds Discorsquo which I think we all enjoyed Brenda made me a lovely cake Mac and Jackie ran the bar The fantastic buffet was provided by members and guests and what a spread Kate read me a poem and 13 year old Jazmine sang so beautifully Thanks to one and all
Then in August (21st) we celebrated our Diamond Wedding at Robbies Restau-rant with a crowd of friends from the Club who had either missed the Birthday Party or had worked so hard to make it a success It was a great night out Thank you to you all for making each occasion memorable and thank you to the commit-tee for the presentations made at the Club on both occasions We are so proud to belong to such a great Club Anne and Frank Hardwick
PAST EVENTS
Tuesday 9th September - GARDEN CLUB MEETING The Gardening Club held their meeting in the ICE Clubhouse which was a very interesting and beneficial meeting Sandy brought along the Rose of Jericho which none of the members had seen or heard of before and surprised the members with its history and demonstration Clara who holds a Master Composter certificate gave a very interesting in depth
talk on organic compost and how we can build our own compost bin She kindly produced a detailed document for each of us to keep and relate to giving lots of useful information We were surprised to hear that amongst several materials not to use when composting is the oleander This bush is poison-ous and even when burning gives off toxic fumes which if breathed in can be deadly Before the meeting today three of our Garden Club members spent a couple of hours de-weeding the ICE front flower bed If any other members would like to help with the occasional weeding it would be very much appreciated A few gardening problems were raised and hopefully useful advice given It was decided that the last Gardening Club meeting this year will be held in the ICE Clubhouse at 1100am on Tuesday 14th October New members always welcome Tip of the month Xmas will be here soon and lots of us may buy a poinsettia So how do we regain its red leaves for next Xmas The poinsettia needs to experience complete darkness for 14 hours a day for at least eight weeks for the leaves to turn red You can give it a go in October but you need some-where you can completely black out the light ndash or cover it with a box and black polythene During the day bring the plant back into good daylight conditions Submitted by Sandy Avis
Wednesday 17th September - Ladies and Gents Who Lunch Out 22 Juliets On this occasion made a return to a popular venue with many members Restaurante Del La Mar Estepona Port for a set varied menu Thanks to Brenda for the organising in Maggies absence who then took lsquochargersquo on her return 21 Romeos Also made a return visit to a past venue Bar Las Ninas situated opposite the Bull Ring on the main road above Estepona Port A menu del dia large choice of 3 courses for just 850euro plenty to eat and good service Thanks to Bob for the organising
11
OCTOBER EVENTS PLEASE NOTE TICKET SALES CLOSE 1230pm
ON THURSDAY MORNINGS
CORRECT MONEY PLEASE
CANCELLED TICKETS MUST FIRST BE REFERRED TO EVENT ORGANISER
Friday 3rd October - Quiz Night - 800 for 830pm Sunday October 5th - Open Day At Clubhouse- Tell Your Friends and Family 1230 to 200pm
Monday October 6th - Bowling Group - Open Invitation Challenge Cup see page 25 Tuesday 7th October - Golf Society Autumn Cup amp Lunch - See page 26
Lunch at Restaurant La Choza book with Peter or Tessa Henry Sat October 11th - Noughtiesrsquo Celebration Restaurant San Rafael Castillo - See notice board
Sunday October 12th - 5 Day 4 Night Trip to Barcelona - Final payment can now be paid- ICE organiser Joan Thompson
Tuesday 14th October - Final Garden Group Meeting 2014 Saturday October 18th - Autumn Fayre
Exhibitors 1030am Fayre open 1100am Judging 1200am Bar open Refreshments Free Entry Open to non-members why not bring friends and neighbours Photographic completion (3 categories Traditional Spain but not views Club events Flowers) Two classes for the Flower Arranging there will be a baking competition tombola table skittles darts quoits and much more Come and have a fun morning and win some prizes Entry by bottom floor doors only
Sunday 19th October - Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties Theatre - Grease Mon 20th October - Bowling Group - ICE Club Championship Trophy see page 25 Monday 20th October - Membersrsquo Film Night - Long Walk to Freedom 730800pm The film is based on the 1995 autobiographical book Long Walk to Freedom by anti-apartheid revolutionary and former South African President Nelson Mandela
Tuesday 21st October - Ladies and Gents who Lunch Out Wednesday 22nd October ndash Rambling Season Commences
Its that time of year when we start to think about commencing the rambling where does the time go all the things we were going to do with our free Wednesdays and Saturdays This year were going to meet at the Last Resort bar in Sabinillas at 1030 and walk towards Sotogrande stopping at Tubalitis for lunch and then returning to Sabinillas This is a walk well more a social ramble along the beach For future walks please remember the following Plenty of water lunch sensible shoes sun cream and we are only as fast as the slowest walker Anymore information required please phone me Looking forward to seeing you all Sue Potter 637148660
Saturday October 25th - Terry amp Bobrsquos Treasure Hunt - Back To Estepona Just 5euro per couple members win a restaurant voucher runners up prizes a very popular morning We meet between 1030 and 1130am at cafeacutebar Plazaleta Ortiz by black statue of Mavi on road side of paseo between Calle Terazza and Avenue Andaluciacutea
Further details on notice board organisers Terry Smith and Bob Taylor Sunday 26th October - Songs of Praise - 430pm
Monday 27th October - Bowling Group - Benavista Club Challenge Match see page 25 Wednesday 29th October - Tea and Talk Afternoon -
Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard - learn the truth about the JFK assassination Ole Dammegaringrd has stepped in to replace Val Reed Ole will bring us a deeply engaging insight into his lifetime work on CONSPIRACIES Afternoon Tea and Talk euro5 members euro8 guests welcome Organiser Anna Tandy EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD
ORGANISER OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
12
EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD ORGANISER
OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
October 2014 DATE DAY REGULAR EVENTS EXTRA EVENTS
1 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 230pm - 500pm Stitch and Bitch (Needlework )
2 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
3 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
1000am Computer Meeting Only by prior ar-rangement and for NOVICES ONLY
800 for 830pm Quiz Night
4 Oct Sat
5 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Open Day at the Clubhouse
6 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Group Challenge Cup Benavista
7 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
Golf Autumn Cup followed by Lunch at La Choza 200 pm Keep Fit
8 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Committee Meeting
9 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting Open Forum 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
10 Oct Fri 1000am Art Group 1100 am Genealogy Group
11 Oct Sat Noughties Celebration at Restaurant San Rafael
Castillo
12 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 5 Day trip to Barcelona
SUNDAY 12th OCTOBER - PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN - HISPANIC DAY
13 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class 5 Day trip to Barcelona
14 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
5 Day trip to Barcelona 1100am Gardening Club
200 pm Keep Fit
15 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 5 Day trip to Barcelona
16 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
5 Day trip to Barcelona
17 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group 1100am Computer Group
18 Oct Sat Autumn Fayre
19 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties - Grease
13
Monday November 3rd - ICE 26th Birthday Party At Tikitano Dinner and dancing to Sam Oliver 35euro 38euro 7th8th9th November ICE Players New Production - Panto (oh yes it is) Ali-Din
20th to 23rd November Golf Society trip to Sancti Petri Golf Resort
see page 26 for further details Friday 28th November - Trip to Nerja and Caves - Organiser Sue Potter
Proposed for November - Ladies Fashion Show Thursday 4th December - Christmas Lunch at ICE Club - Chef Brenda
Saturday December 13th - Proposed Coach Trip To Malaga For The Lights
Organiser Sue Potter
Sunday 14th December - ICE Christmas Concert - Carols Poems Readings
Thursday 25th December - Christmas Lunch Time at Clubhouse The Clubhouse will be closed on the 26th December until the 4th January 2015
Saturday 10th January - Welcome the New Year Party Pie and mash supper by Sue and Diane music for dancing by Michael Anthony organiser Sue Potter
Proposals for 2015 Julie and Richard to host a Mr and Mrs Evening in the New Year
Committee members have been asked for a trip to Morocco next May Aileen has also
suggested a trip to Italy Further details to follow
20 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling ICE Club Championship Benavista
730 for 800pm Members Film Night
21 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100-200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
1100am Ladies Book Club 200 pm Keep Fit
Ladies and Gents Lunches
22 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Rambling from Last Resort Sabinillas
23 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
24 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
25 Oct Sat Bob and Terrys Treasure Hunt Estepona
26 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 430pm Songs of Praise
27 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Benavista Club Challenge Match
28 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
200 pm Keep Fit
29 Oct Wed 1030 am Rambling
700 for 730pm Whist
Tea and Talk Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard
30 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting amp Lottery 100pm Lunch 200 pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
31 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
EVENTS FOR YOUR DIARY
14
Spanish Tax Reforms By Terry Wayne Partner Blevins Franks
Tax rises were implemented in Spain in the wake of the economic crisis Income tax rates
are up to 52 - 56 in Andaluciacutea - and tax on savings income hits 27 Wealth tax was re-
instated So it was good news when Spains Expert Tax Committee issued a consultation
document earlier this year proposing a number of tax reforms The government then released its draft legislation in June and approved three laws in August
Here the key changes affecting expatriates However note that these still need to go through
parliament and so may change from the below
Income and savings taxes
The government says that the tax reform will help reduce the tax burden for some 20 million
taxpayers particularly those on low and medium incomes
The income tax bands will be reduced from seven to five and the scale rates of tax reduced
first in 2015 and then in 2016 In 2016 the rates will range from 19 to 45 compared to
2475 to 52 today But remember these are the state rates and Andaluciacutearsquos tend to be
higher
The rates on savings income will also fall in 2015 and 2016 Today they are 21 25 and
27 in 2016 they will be 19 21 and 23 The top rate of tax will apply to savings in-come over euro50000 whereas at present it applies to income over euro24000
The 60 deduction against net rental income for residents is not reduced to 50 as was
originally proposed
Capital gains tax From 2015 all capital gains regardless of the holding period will be taxed at the savings
rates as above ndash currently assets held for less than a year are taxed at the scale rates of tax
Individuals aged over 65 will be exempt from capital gains tax as long as they use the pro-
ceeds to buy a pension annuity
Indexation will no longer apply on the sale of a property from 1st January 2015
Succession tax
Although the Expert Tax Committee had originally proposed changes for succession tax it has not been included in the tax reform and draft legislation (wealth tax is not mentioned
either)
It will be interesting to see what happens now with succession tax since the European Court
of Justice has ruled that Spain has failed to fulfil its obligations regarding succession and gift
tax under By allowing differences in the tax treatment between resident and non-resident
beneficiaries they have breached the EU treaties particularly involving free movement of
capital
Once finalised and approved the tax reforms will apply from 1st January 2015 It is always
best to seek specialist and personalised advice on your tax planning in
Spain to ensure you make the most of the available opportunities to
save tax and that you get it right for you and your family
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 wwwblevinsfrankscom
952 799 752 terrywayneblevinsfrankscom
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El Rincon Toscano
Restaurant
Pizzeria
Wine Bar
Calle Real 22-26 Estepona Telephone 952-795914
Roberto 648 263 369 or Yuri 610 336 547
A little taste of Italy Come and enjoy the excellent cuisine and
service provided by Roberto and Yuri
Opening hours
Lunch every day
130 ndash 4pm
Dinner 7pm ndash midnight
Closed on Wednesdays
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Contact Alison De Cotta today to book your initial free Consultation t +34 662 351 056 e alisondecottatotuscom
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
REFERENCES SUPPLIED IF REQUIRED
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All plumbing requirements
Tiling
Home Refurbishments
Painting inside amp out
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and all at realistic rates
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Monday to Saturday 1030 - 1430 hrs
Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
29
Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
31
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For a friendly chat to see which UK TV Solution is best for you Call Hilary on 951 893481680837169
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
35
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chirineayoubijewellerycom
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Member of
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OCTOBER EVENTS PLEASE NOTE TICKET SALES CLOSE 1230pm
ON THURSDAY MORNINGS
CORRECT MONEY PLEASE
CANCELLED TICKETS MUST FIRST BE REFERRED TO EVENT ORGANISER
Friday 3rd October - Quiz Night - 800 for 830pm Sunday October 5th - Open Day At Clubhouse- Tell Your Friends and Family 1230 to 200pm
Monday October 6th - Bowling Group - Open Invitation Challenge Cup see page 25 Tuesday 7th October - Golf Society Autumn Cup amp Lunch - See page 26
Lunch at Restaurant La Choza book with Peter or Tessa Henry Sat October 11th - Noughtiesrsquo Celebration Restaurant San Rafael Castillo - See notice board
Sunday October 12th - 5 Day 4 Night Trip to Barcelona - Final payment can now be paid- ICE organiser Joan Thompson
Tuesday 14th October - Final Garden Group Meeting 2014 Saturday October 18th - Autumn Fayre
Exhibitors 1030am Fayre open 1100am Judging 1200am Bar open Refreshments Free Entry Open to non-members why not bring friends and neighbours Photographic completion (3 categories Traditional Spain but not views Club events Flowers) Two classes for the Flower Arranging there will be a baking competition tombola table skittles darts quoits and much more Come and have a fun morning and win some prizes Entry by bottom floor doors only
Sunday 19th October - Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties Theatre - Grease Mon 20th October - Bowling Group - ICE Club Championship Trophy see page 25 Monday 20th October - Membersrsquo Film Night - Long Walk to Freedom 730800pm The film is based on the 1995 autobiographical book Long Walk to Freedom by anti-apartheid revolutionary and former South African President Nelson Mandela
Tuesday 21st October - Ladies and Gents who Lunch Out Wednesday 22nd October ndash Rambling Season Commences
Its that time of year when we start to think about commencing the rambling where does the time go all the things we were going to do with our free Wednesdays and Saturdays This year were going to meet at the Last Resort bar in Sabinillas at 1030 and walk towards Sotogrande stopping at Tubalitis for lunch and then returning to Sabinillas This is a walk well more a social ramble along the beach For future walks please remember the following Plenty of water lunch sensible shoes sun cream and we are only as fast as the slowest walker Anymore information required please phone me Looking forward to seeing you all Sue Potter 637148660
Saturday October 25th - Terry amp Bobrsquos Treasure Hunt - Back To Estepona Just 5euro per couple members win a restaurant voucher runners up prizes a very popular morning We meet between 1030 and 1130am at cafeacutebar Plazaleta Ortiz by black statue of Mavi on road side of paseo between Calle Terazza and Avenue Andaluciacutea
Further details on notice board organisers Terry Smith and Bob Taylor Sunday 26th October - Songs of Praise - 430pm
Monday 27th October - Bowling Group - Benavista Club Challenge Match see page 25 Wednesday 29th October - Tea and Talk Afternoon -
Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard - learn the truth about the JFK assassination Ole Dammegaringrd has stepped in to replace Val Reed Ole will bring us a deeply engaging insight into his lifetime work on CONSPIRACIES Afternoon Tea and Talk euro5 members euro8 guests welcome Organiser Anna Tandy EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD
ORGANISER OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
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EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD ORGANISER
OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
October 2014 DATE DAY REGULAR EVENTS EXTRA EVENTS
1 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 230pm - 500pm Stitch and Bitch (Needlework )
2 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
3 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
1000am Computer Meeting Only by prior ar-rangement and for NOVICES ONLY
800 for 830pm Quiz Night
4 Oct Sat
5 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Open Day at the Clubhouse
6 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Group Challenge Cup Benavista
7 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
Golf Autumn Cup followed by Lunch at La Choza 200 pm Keep Fit
8 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Committee Meeting
9 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting Open Forum 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
10 Oct Fri 1000am Art Group 1100 am Genealogy Group
11 Oct Sat Noughties Celebration at Restaurant San Rafael
Castillo
12 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 5 Day trip to Barcelona
SUNDAY 12th OCTOBER - PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN - HISPANIC DAY
13 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class 5 Day trip to Barcelona
14 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
5 Day trip to Barcelona 1100am Gardening Club
200 pm Keep Fit
15 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 5 Day trip to Barcelona
16 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
5 Day trip to Barcelona
17 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group 1100am Computer Group
18 Oct Sat Autumn Fayre
19 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties - Grease
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Monday November 3rd - ICE 26th Birthday Party At Tikitano Dinner and dancing to Sam Oliver 35euro 38euro 7th8th9th November ICE Players New Production - Panto (oh yes it is) Ali-Din
20th to 23rd November Golf Society trip to Sancti Petri Golf Resort
see page 26 for further details Friday 28th November - Trip to Nerja and Caves - Organiser Sue Potter
Proposed for November - Ladies Fashion Show Thursday 4th December - Christmas Lunch at ICE Club - Chef Brenda
Saturday December 13th - Proposed Coach Trip To Malaga For The Lights
Organiser Sue Potter
Sunday 14th December - ICE Christmas Concert - Carols Poems Readings
Thursday 25th December - Christmas Lunch Time at Clubhouse The Clubhouse will be closed on the 26th December until the 4th January 2015
Saturday 10th January - Welcome the New Year Party Pie and mash supper by Sue and Diane music for dancing by Michael Anthony organiser Sue Potter
Proposals for 2015 Julie and Richard to host a Mr and Mrs Evening in the New Year
Committee members have been asked for a trip to Morocco next May Aileen has also
suggested a trip to Italy Further details to follow
20 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling ICE Club Championship Benavista
730 for 800pm Members Film Night
21 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100-200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
1100am Ladies Book Club 200 pm Keep Fit
Ladies and Gents Lunches
22 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Rambling from Last Resort Sabinillas
23 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
24 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
25 Oct Sat Bob and Terrys Treasure Hunt Estepona
26 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 430pm Songs of Praise
27 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Benavista Club Challenge Match
28 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
200 pm Keep Fit
29 Oct Wed 1030 am Rambling
700 for 730pm Whist
Tea and Talk Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard
30 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting amp Lottery 100pm Lunch 200 pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
31 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
EVENTS FOR YOUR DIARY
14
Spanish Tax Reforms By Terry Wayne Partner Blevins Franks
Tax rises were implemented in Spain in the wake of the economic crisis Income tax rates
are up to 52 - 56 in Andaluciacutea - and tax on savings income hits 27 Wealth tax was re-
instated So it was good news when Spains Expert Tax Committee issued a consultation
document earlier this year proposing a number of tax reforms The government then released its draft legislation in June and approved three laws in August
Here the key changes affecting expatriates However note that these still need to go through
parliament and so may change from the below
Income and savings taxes
The government says that the tax reform will help reduce the tax burden for some 20 million
taxpayers particularly those on low and medium incomes
The income tax bands will be reduced from seven to five and the scale rates of tax reduced
first in 2015 and then in 2016 In 2016 the rates will range from 19 to 45 compared to
2475 to 52 today But remember these are the state rates and Andaluciacutearsquos tend to be
higher
The rates on savings income will also fall in 2015 and 2016 Today they are 21 25 and
27 in 2016 they will be 19 21 and 23 The top rate of tax will apply to savings in-come over euro50000 whereas at present it applies to income over euro24000
The 60 deduction against net rental income for residents is not reduced to 50 as was
originally proposed
Capital gains tax From 2015 all capital gains regardless of the holding period will be taxed at the savings
rates as above ndash currently assets held for less than a year are taxed at the scale rates of tax
Individuals aged over 65 will be exempt from capital gains tax as long as they use the pro-
ceeds to buy a pension annuity
Indexation will no longer apply on the sale of a property from 1st January 2015
Succession tax
Although the Expert Tax Committee had originally proposed changes for succession tax it has not been included in the tax reform and draft legislation (wealth tax is not mentioned
either)
It will be interesting to see what happens now with succession tax since the European Court
of Justice has ruled that Spain has failed to fulfil its obligations regarding succession and gift
tax under By allowing differences in the tax treatment between resident and non-resident
beneficiaries they have breached the EU treaties particularly involving free movement of
capital
Once finalised and approved the tax reforms will apply from 1st January 2015 It is always
best to seek specialist and personalised advice on your tax planning in
Spain to ensure you make the most of the available opportunities to
save tax and that you get it right for you and your family
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 wwwblevinsfrankscom
952 799 752 terrywayneblevinsfrankscom
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El Rincon Toscano
Restaurant
Pizzeria
Wine Bar
Calle Real 22-26 Estepona Telephone 952-795914
Roberto 648 263 369 or Yuri 610 336 547
A little taste of Italy Come and enjoy the excellent cuisine and
service provided by Roberto and Yuri
Opening hours
Lunch every day
130 ndash 4pm
Dinner 7pm ndash midnight
Closed on Wednesdays
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
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BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
REFERENCES SUPPLIED IF REQUIRED
Gas ServiceInstallation
All plumbing requirements
Tiling
Home Refurbishments
Painting inside amp out
General repairs and maintenance to your home amp 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 amp ACOPS Reg
Telephone for a free prompt and efficient
service on 650 884 147 or 952 891 619
e-mail gplocke6hotmailcom
Monday to Saturday 1030 - 1430 hrs
Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
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Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
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Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
33
CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
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EVENT MAY CHANGE CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD ORGANISER
OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE wwwsibermecom
October 2014 DATE DAY REGULAR EVENTS EXTRA EVENTS
1 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 230pm - 500pm Stitch and Bitch (Needlework )
2 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
3 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
1000am Computer Meeting Only by prior ar-rangement and for NOVICES ONLY
800 for 830pm Quiz Night
4 Oct Sat
5 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Open Day at the Clubhouse
6 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Group Challenge Cup Benavista
7 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
Golf Autumn Cup followed by Lunch at La Choza 200 pm Keep Fit
8 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Committee Meeting
9 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting Open Forum 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
10 Oct Fri 1000am Art Group 1100 am Genealogy Group
11 Oct Sat Noughties Celebration at Restaurant San Rafael
Castillo
12 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 5 Day trip to Barcelona
SUNDAY 12th OCTOBER - PUBLIC HOLIDAY SPAIN - HISPANIC DAY
13 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class 5 Day trip to Barcelona
14 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
5 Day trip to Barcelona 1100am Gardening Club
200 pm Keep Fit
15 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 5 Day trip to Barcelona
16 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
5 Day trip to Barcelona
17 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group 1100am Computer Group
18 Oct Sat Autumn Fayre
19 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas Trip to Fuengirola Salon Varieties - Grease
13
Monday November 3rd - ICE 26th Birthday Party At Tikitano Dinner and dancing to Sam Oliver 35euro 38euro 7th8th9th November ICE Players New Production - Panto (oh yes it is) Ali-Din
20th to 23rd November Golf Society trip to Sancti Petri Golf Resort
see page 26 for further details Friday 28th November - Trip to Nerja and Caves - Organiser Sue Potter
Proposed for November - Ladies Fashion Show Thursday 4th December - Christmas Lunch at ICE Club - Chef Brenda
Saturday December 13th - Proposed Coach Trip To Malaga For The Lights
Organiser Sue Potter
Sunday 14th December - ICE Christmas Concert - Carols Poems Readings
Thursday 25th December - Christmas Lunch Time at Clubhouse The Clubhouse will be closed on the 26th December until the 4th January 2015
Saturday 10th January - Welcome the New Year Party Pie and mash supper by Sue and Diane music for dancing by Michael Anthony organiser Sue Potter
Proposals for 2015 Julie and Richard to host a Mr and Mrs Evening in the New Year
Committee members have been asked for a trip to Morocco next May Aileen has also
suggested a trip to Italy Further details to follow
20 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling ICE Club Championship Benavista
730 for 800pm Members Film Night
21 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100-200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
1100am Ladies Book Club 200 pm Keep Fit
Ladies and Gents Lunches
22 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Rambling from Last Resort Sabinillas
23 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
24 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
25 Oct Sat Bob and Terrys Treasure Hunt Estepona
26 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 430pm Songs of Praise
27 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Benavista Club Challenge Match
28 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
200 pm Keep Fit
29 Oct Wed 1030 am Rambling
700 for 730pm Whist
Tea and Talk Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard
30 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting amp Lottery 100pm Lunch 200 pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
31 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
EVENTS FOR YOUR DIARY
14
Spanish Tax Reforms By Terry Wayne Partner Blevins Franks
Tax rises were implemented in Spain in the wake of the economic crisis Income tax rates
are up to 52 - 56 in Andaluciacutea - and tax on savings income hits 27 Wealth tax was re-
instated So it was good news when Spains Expert Tax Committee issued a consultation
document earlier this year proposing a number of tax reforms The government then released its draft legislation in June and approved three laws in August
Here the key changes affecting expatriates However note that these still need to go through
parliament and so may change from the below
Income and savings taxes
The government says that the tax reform will help reduce the tax burden for some 20 million
taxpayers particularly those on low and medium incomes
The income tax bands will be reduced from seven to five and the scale rates of tax reduced
first in 2015 and then in 2016 In 2016 the rates will range from 19 to 45 compared to
2475 to 52 today But remember these are the state rates and Andaluciacutearsquos tend to be
higher
The rates on savings income will also fall in 2015 and 2016 Today they are 21 25 and
27 in 2016 they will be 19 21 and 23 The top rate of tax will apply to savings in-come over euro50000 whereas at present it applies to income over euro24000
The 60 deduction against net rental income for residents is not reduced to 50 as was
originally proposed
Capital gains tax From 2015 all capital gains regardless of the holding period will be taxed at the savings
rates as above ndash currently assets held for less than a year are taxed at the scale rates of tax
Individuals aged over 65 will be exempt from capital gains tax as long as they use the pro-
ceeds to buy a pension annuity
Indexation will no longer apply on the sale of a property from 1st January 2015
Succession tax
Although the Expert Tax Committee had originally proposed changes for succession tax it has not been included in the tax reform and draft legislation (wealth tax is not mentioned
either)
It will be interesting to see what happens now with succession tax since the European Court
of Justice has ruled that Spain has failed to fulfil its obligations regarding succession and gift
tax under By allowing differences in the tax treatment between resident and non-resident
beneficiaries they have breached the EU treaties particularly involving free movement of
capital
Once finalised and approved the tax reforms will apply from 1st January 2015 It is always
best to seek specialist and personalised advice on your tax planning in
Spain to ensure you make the most of the available opportunities to
save tax and that you get it right for you and your family
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 wwwblevinsfrankscom
952 799 752 terrywayneblevinsfrankscom
15
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El Rincon Toscano
Restaurant
Pizzeria
Wine Bar
Calle Real 22-26 Estepona Telephone 952-795914
Roberto 648 263 369 or Yuri 610 336 547
A little taste of Italy Come and enjoy the excellent cuisine and
service provided by Roberto and Yuri
Opening hours
Lunch every day
130 ndash 4pm
Dinner 7pm ndash midnight
Closed on Wednesdays
18
Contact Alison De Cotta today to book your initial free Consultation t +34 662 351 056 e alisondecottatotuscom
19
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
REFERENCES SUPPLIED IF REQUIRED
Gas ServiceInstallation
All plumbing requirements
Tiling
Home Refurbishments
Painting inside amp out
General repairs and maintenance to your home amp 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 amp ACOPS Reg
Telephone for a free prompt and efficient
service on 650 884 147 or 952 891 619
e-mail gplocke6hotmailcom
Monday to Saturday 1030 - 1430 hrs
Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
29
Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
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Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
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ISU
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Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
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Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
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JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
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Member of
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Monday November 3rd - ICE 26th Birthday Party At Tikitano Dinner and dancing to Sam Oliver 35euro 38euro 7th8th9th November ICE Players New Production - Panto (oh yes it is) Ali-Din
20th to 23rd November Golf Society trip to Sancti Petri Golf Resort
see page 26 for further details Friday 28th November - Trip to Nerja and Caves - Organiser Sue Potter
Proposed for November - Ladies Fashion Show Thursday 4th December - Christmas Lunch at ICE Club - Chef Brenda
Saturday December 13th - Proposed Coach Trip To Malaga For The Lights
Organiser Sue Potter
Sunday 14th December - ICE Christmas Concert - Carols Poems Readings
Thursday 25th December - Christmas Lunch Time at Clubhouse The Clubhouse will be closed on the 26th December until the 4th January 2015
Saturday 10th January - Welcome the New Year Party Pie and mash supper by Sue and Diane music for dancing by Michael Anthony organiser Sue Potter
Proposals for 2015 Julie and Richard to host a Mr and Mrs Evening in the New Year
Committee members have been asked for a trip to Morocco next May Aileen has also
suggested a trip to Italy Further details to follow
20 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling ICE Club Championship Benavista
730 for 800pm Members Film Night
21 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100-200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
1100am Ladies Book Club 200 pm Keep Fit
Ladies and Gents Lunches
22 Oct Wed 700 for 730pm Whist 1030am Rambling from Last Resort Sabinillas
23 Oct Thu
1030am-230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting 100pm Lunch 200pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
24 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
25 Oct Sat Bob and Terrys Treasure Hunt Estepona
26 Oct Sun 1230pm - 230pm Bar Open amp Tapas 430pm Songs of Praise
27 Oct Mon 230 - 500pm Art Class Bowling Benavista Club Challenge Match
28 Oct Tue
1100 am Mahjong 1100 - 200pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 1030 Adv 1145
730 pm Canasta
200 pm Keep Fit
29 Oct Wed 1030 am Rambling
700 for 730pm Whist
Tea and Talk Light On Conspiracies with Ole Dammegard
30 Oct Thu
1030am - 230pm Bar Open 1130am Weekly Meeting amp Lottery 100pm Lunch 200 pm ICE Players
700pm Duplicate Bridge
31 Oct Fri 1000am - 100pm Art Group
EVENTS FOR YOUR DIARY
14
Spanish Tax Reforms By Terry Wayne Partner Blevins Franks
Tax rises were implemented in Spain in the wake of the economic crisis Income tax rates
are up to 52 - 56 in Andaluciacutea - and tax on savings income hits 27 Wealth tax was re-
instated So it was good news when Spains Expert Tax Committee issued a consultation
document earlier this year proposing a number of tax reforms The government then released its draft legislation in June and approved three laws in August
Here the key changes affecting expatriates However note that these still need to go through
parliament and so may change from the below
Income and savings taxes
The government says that the tax reform will help reduce the tax burden for some 20 million
taxpayers particularly those on low and medium incomes
The income tax bands will be reduced from seven to five and the scale rates of tax reduced
first in 2015 and then in 2016 In 2016 the rates will range from 19 to 45 compared to
2475 to 52 today But remember these are the state rates and Andaluciacutearsquos tend to be
higher
The rates on savings income will also fall in 2015 and 2016 Today they are 21 25 and
27 in 2016 they will be 19 21 and 23 The top rate of tax will apply to savings in-come over euro50000 whereas at present it applies to income over euro24000
The 60 deduction against net rental income for residents is not reduced to 50 as was
originally proposed
Capital gains tax From 2015 all capital gains regardless of the holding period will be taxed at the savings
rates as above ndash currently assets held for less than a year are taxed at the scale rates of tax
Individuals aged over 65 will be exempt from capital gains tax as long as they use the pro-
ceeds to buy a pension annuity
Indexation will no longer apply on the sale of a property from 1st January 2015
Succession tax
Although the Expert Tax Committee had originally proposed changes for succession tax it has not been included in the tax reform and draft legislation (wealth tax is not mentioned
either)
It will be interesting to see what happens now with succession tax since the European Court
of Justice has ruled that Spain has failed to fulfil its obligations regarding succession and gift
tax under By allowing differences in the tax treatment between resident and non-resident
beneficiaries they have breached the EU treaties particularly involving free movement of
capital
Once finalised and approved the tax reforms will apply from 1st January 2015 It is always
best to seek specialist and personalised advice on your tax planning in
Spain to ensure you make the most of the available opportunities to
save tax and that you get it right for you and your family
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 wwwblevinsfrankscom
952 799 752 terrywayneblevinsfrankscom
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Restaurant
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Lunch every day
130 ndash 4pm
Dinner 7pm ndash midnight
Closed on Wednesdays
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
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Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
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All plumbing requirements
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Home Refurbishments
Painting inside amp out
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Anything from a complete bathroom to a
curtain pole or a light fitting No job too small
and all at realistic rates
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Monday to Saturday 1030 - 1430 hrs
Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
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Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
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Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
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For a friendly chat to see which UK TV Solution is best for you Call Hilary on 951 893481680837169
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
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Spanish Tax Reforms By Terry Wayne Partner Blevins Franks
Tax rises were implemented in Spain in the wake of the economic crisis Income tax rates
are up to 52 - 56 in Andaluciacutea - and tax on savings income hits 27 Wealth tax was re-
instated So it was good news when Spains Expert Tax Committee issued a consultation
document earlier this year proposing a number of tax reforms The government then released its draft legislation in June and approved three laws in August
Here the key changes affecting expatriates However note that these still need to go through
parliament and so may change from the below
Income and savings taxes
The government says that the tax reform will help reduce the tax burden for some 20 million
taxpayers particularly those on low and medium incomes
The income tax bands will be reduced from seven to five and the scale rates of tax reduced
first in 2015 and then in 2016 In 2016 the rates will range from 19 to 45 compared to
2475 to 52 today But remember these are the state rates and Andaluciacutearsquos tend to be
higher
The rates on savings income will also fall in 2015 and 2016 Today they are 21 25 and
27 in 2016 they will be 19 21 and 23 The top rate of tax will apply to savings in-come over euro50000 whereas at present it applies to income over euro24000
The 60 deduction against net rental income for residents is not reduced to 50 as was
originally proposed
Capital gains tax From 2015 all capital gains regardless of the holding period will be taxed at the savings
rates as above ndash currently assets held for less than a year are taxed at the scale rates of tax
Individuals aged over 65 will be exempt from capital gains tax as long as they use the pro-
ceeds to buy a pension annuity
Indexation will no longer apply on the sale of a property from 1st January 2015
Succession tax
Although the Expert Tax Committee had originally proposed changes for succession tax it has not been included in the tax reform and draft legislation (wealth tax is not mentioned
either)
It will be interesting to see what happens now with succession tax since the European Court
of Justice has ruled that Spain has failed to fulfil its obligations regarding succession and gift
tax under By allowing differences in the tax treatment between resident and non-resident
beneficiaries they have breached the EU treaties particularly involving free movement of
capital
Once finalised and approved the tax reforms will apply from 1st January 2015 It is always
best to seek specialist and personalised advice on your tax planning in
Spain to ensure you make the most of the available opportunities to
save tax and that you get it right for you and your family
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 wwwblevinsfrankscom
952 799 752 terrywayneblevinsfrankscom
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El Rincon Toscano
Restaurant
Pizzeria
Wine Bar
Calle Real 22-26 Estepona Telephone 952-795914
Roberto 648 263 369 or Yuri 610 336 547
A little taste of Italy Come and enjoy the excellent cuisine and
service provided by Roberto and Yuri
Opening hours
Lunch every day
130 ndash 4pm
Dinner 7pm ndash midnight
Closed on Wednesdays
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Contact Alison De Cotta today to book your initial free Consultation t +34 662 351 056 e alisondecottatotuscom
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
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UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
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27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
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Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
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Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
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JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
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El Rincon Toscano
Restaurant
Pizzeria
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
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Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
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Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
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Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
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JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
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El Rincon Toscano
Restaurant
Pizzeria
Wine Bar
Calle Real 22-26 Estepona Telephone 952-795914
Roberto 648 263 369 or Yuri 610 336 547
A little taste of Italy Come and enjoy the excellent cuisine and
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Opening hours
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130 ndash 4pm
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
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and all at realistic rates
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Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
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Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
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JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
35
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El Rincon Toscano
Restaurant
Pizzeria
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Calle Real 22-26 Estepona Telephone 952-795914
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A little taste of Italy Come and enjoy the excellent cuisine and
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Opening hours
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
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FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
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Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
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Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
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Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
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JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
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Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
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Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
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Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
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Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
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Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
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Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
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Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
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UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
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Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
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A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
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Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
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Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
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Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
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consultation on the Costa del Sol
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29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
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So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
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UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
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Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
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A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
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Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
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whilst you are away
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Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
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Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
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consultation on the Costa del Sol
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29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
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24
So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
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WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
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Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
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A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
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Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
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whilst you are away
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Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
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consultation on the Costa del Sol
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29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
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24
So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
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WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
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A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
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Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
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whilst you are away
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Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
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consultation on the Costa del Sol
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29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
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24
So We Decided To Get Away For A Few Dayshellip
Once again we decided to get away from the coast and decided on a trip to the Extremadura
National Park area staying in the town of Zafra situated between Seville and the Portuguese
border
We followed Brucersquos instructions on the SatNav and arrived safely We knew Zafra was an old historic town so unsur-
prisingly Bruce took us down a long narrow cobbled street
that then opened up to the Plaza Grande and there was our
hotel for a few nights We stayed in the hotel Los Balcones
de Zafra wwwhotellosbalconesdezafracom or can be found
on bookingscom
We were greeted by the owner who explained the history of
the building that has been in his family for a number of cen-
turies originally being a Roman villa It stands in a central location of Zafra in the central
square ideal for taking a stroll through the historic streets around the castle The hotel has
been beautifully restored with a mix of grand interiors and modern comforts Our room was
quite large and comfortable with French doors onto a large terrace overlooking the Plaza The hotel also houses two exclusive suites with private lounges furnished with antiques separated
by a beautiful seating area with a fireplace and a patio arches and marble columns
Unfortunately we were not offered an upgrade
Zafra also known as Little Seville is right at the heart of Extremadura on a plain at the foot of the steep rocky mountains of Sierra de Castellar The city was consolidated thanks to its location on the strategic Via de la Plata or the Silver Route in Roman Hispania The town is dominated by the 15th-century Alcaacutezar (fortress) From the outside it has a military appearance but the interior resembles a palace with the Renaissance cloister in the central courtyard Nowadays the Alcaacutezar houses the local Parador de Turismo The medieval quarter stretches around the fortress in a network of narrow streets that form a peculiar pattern that resembles the shell of a turtle A stone wall from the 15th century used to surround it completely today only three of the eight gates that it formerly had are still standing Plaza Grande (Big Square) lined with arches is at the heart of town Its little sister Plaza Chica (Small square) is connected to it through the popular Arquillo del Pan (the small arch of bread) Zafras monumental heritage is very rich with great buildings such as the sumptuous collegiate church of La Candelaria erected in 1546 whose interior keeps three reredos one of them by Zurbaraacuten and another one by Churriguera the parish church of San Joseacute several convents most of which date from the 16th century and the hospital of Santiago founded in the 15th century As for civil architecture it has nu-merous ancestral homes from the 16th-18th centuries as well as middle class homes from the 19th century Extremadura is a region of contrasts to visit exceptionally valuable monumental sites a whole host of natural landscapes and sample one of Spainrsquos most highly-prized cured hams Jamoacuten Ibeacuterico Extre-madura has three sites which have the UNESCO World Heritage designation spectacular scenery and
is particular favourite with birdwatchers We enjoyed our stay in Zafra a real taste of old Spain a tapa being delivered with each order of drinks different one each time Unbelievable cheap restaurants and found our rsquobest everrsquo Estofado De Rabo De Toro (Bulls Tail Stew) a great favourite Spanish meal of ours Pat and Terry Smith
25
BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
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UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
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Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
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A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
REFERENCES SUPPLIED IF REQUIRED
Gas ServiceInstallation
All plumbing requirements
Tiling
Home Refurbishments
Painting inside amp out
General repairs and maintenance to your home amp 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 amp ACOPS Reg
Telephone for a free prompt and efficient
service on 650 884 147 or 952 891 619
e-mail gplocke6hotmailcom
Monday to Saturday 1030 - 1430 hrs
Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
29
Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
31
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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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
33
CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
35
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BOWLING OUR WAY We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 1000am for 1015 start Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game We play as an informal group under the title of rsquoIndependent Club of Esteponarsquo as such not officially recognised Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear shoes must be smooth soled with no rsquopimples or crinklesrsquo The Management at Benevista strictly apply this rule and it is the duty of everyone to maintain the playing surface in good condition We should also bear in mind that when playing we keep to the best of our ability and particularly yours truly plus other notorious offend-ers whom I shall not name We should refrain from moving when players are on the mat and stand behind the mat whilst your opponent bowls Always stand still at the head when a player is about to bowl as movement or talking at the mat end is very distracting (Alan please note) Do not delay play Always play your bowl with minimum delay Never deliver your bowl before the previous bowl has come to rest This leads us to the provisional dates for the following three competitions 1 Open Invitation Challenge Cup Monday 6th October 2 Club Championship Trophy Monday 20th October 3 Benavista Club Challenge Match Monday 27th October The lsquoOpenrsquo will accept entries from any players deemed at my discretion to have supported us throughout the season and this to maintain our numbers to the envy of other groups Should numbers exceed the limit of 18 then competitors will be chosen from lsquoout of the hatrsquo names basis This should ensure a mix of lsquoInternationalrsquo and lsquoIndependentrsquo club entries and ensure an interesting competition The Club Championship Trophy Competition will be restricted to current ICE members only Terry our editor will be defending his title so well earned last year as he defeated some high quality ability bowlers despite relative inexperience at the sport What are the odds of him retaining this title The Benavista Club Match will again be a maximum of 18 players The selection will see priority given to ICE Club members reinforced by lsquoIndependentrsquo players if lack of ICE members available The inaugural match we put up a stiff challenge and held the initiative most of the morning but we finally succumbed to a 4 - 2 defeat Last year we found ourselves playing against a much stronger team in-cluding Division One League players as I believe Benavista took fright at their previous narrow victory This is understandable as if they were to lose against Monday morning only part-timers it would be equivalent to a baptism of eternal shame However victory on our part would be a laudable achievement and surely worth a few drinks BOWLING AT BEST FUN AT REST WINE AT TEST Submitted by Alan Whiteman
If able to compete please add
name to list on notice board
Patatas bravas with chorizo Prep 10 mins Cook 40 mins Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this smoky starter Just add crusty bread to serve and share Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves sliced 1 red chilli chopped pinch cayenne pepper pinch smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 1kg new potatoes halved or quartered 250g small cooking chorizo Method Heat a little oil in a pan fry the onion garlic and chilli until the onion softens add the cayenne and paprika and stir Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer then cook the whole mixture down for about 20 mins until you have a thick paste Season well and if you prefer a smooth sauce blitz it with a hand blender Meanwhile steam the potatoes for 10 mins and put the chorizo in a frying pan to slowly cook and release some of its oil Tip off the excess red oil and add 1 tbsp olive oil Add the potatoes and fry everything together turning the heat up as you go so both the potatoes and chorizo brown in patches Tip into a bowl Season the sauce ndash if it isnrsquot hot enough add a few more pinches of cayenne Spoon the sauce over the potatoes and chorizo to serve
FREDDIES RECIPE
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
REFERENCES SUPPLIED IF REQUIRED
Gas ServiceInstallation
All plumbing requirements
Tiling
Home Refurbishments
Painting inside amp out
General repairs and maintenance to your home amp 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 amp ACOPS Reg
Telephone for a free prompt and efficient
service on 650 884 147 or 952 891 619
e-mail gplocke6hotmailcom
Monday to Saturday 1030 - 1430 hrs
Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
29
Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
31
UK TV SOLUTIONS Whatever your circumstances may be Fast Slow or even No Internet we have the solution for you
IPTV If you have a good stable internet speed then this is by far the best solution for you Our IPTV Box
gives you all of the Free UK Channels that you have recently lost with no monthly fees to pay This box will also turn you TV into a Smart TV allowing you to Search the Web Manage your Emails
and even Skype your Friends amp Family all from the comfort of your Sofa euro195 Delivered and Installed
VPN If you are a Sky subscriber and have an Internet Connection (fast speed not necessary) then you can
enjoy the benefits of On Demand On Demand is available to all Sky Subscribers with a Sky HD Box in the UK however to take
advantage of this here in Spain you will need a VPN Router
NO INTERNET NO PROBLEM If you have poor or no internet then you can access BBC ITV amp Channel 4 with this system
Utilise your existing Sky Dish which will need to be re-aligned to the new satellite or have another smaller dish installed if you want to continue watching your remaining Sky channels
For a friendly chat to see which UK TV Solution is best for you Call Hilary on 951 893481680837169
uktvsolutionsesgmailcom
32
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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
33
CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
35
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Of selling Spanish Propertyrdquo
If you wish to sell or rent your property Please contact us for a free market
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Living alone or caring for a partner Donrsquot see another person on a regular day to day basis
For just 42 cents a day We will telephone you each morning at a time of your
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We will contact your emergency service to instigate assistance
That might be your friend neighbour key holder or emergency service such as Helicopteros Sanitarios
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Just a quick call to you each day will take away worries and concerns you may have
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Home visits for private viewings
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Call 647 154 077
chirineayoubijewellerycom
36
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Member of
26
ICE Golf Society The Autumn Cup is here again 7th October at Estepona Golf Club and the entry form is on the notice board The green fee is 40euro incl shared buggy and an entry fee of 3euro are both to be paid on the day We Tee off at 0845 shot gun start so please arrive no later than 0815 to collect your score card and playing partners As always the competition is an Individual Stable-
ford with trophies for both the ladies and the gents along with a host of other prizes If you want to play but can not get to the club please let me know The presentation and celebration lunch is at the ever popular Venta La Choza These details are also on the notice and tickets are available from Peter and Tess Henry (see details below) At 16euro per per-son its great value November Away Break For the first time we have arranged a three night away break to Sancti Petri Golf Resort just out side of Cadiz and it is open to all golfers We will leave at about 0800 on the 20th November for the two hour drive to the resort The trip will include four rounds on two different 18 hole courses designed by Sevi B accommodation breakfast and evening meal Price 290euro per person A deposit of 30 is required asap the balance becoming due before arrival Both courses are flat and walkable buggies will be available at extra cost If you would like to book please contact Peter Henry on 693105180 or 951273949 peterhenry0gmailcom 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 but if you are interested arrive around about 0800 We often have 12 or more players and its 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 ten 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 952 897 670 Mob 699 712 804 e-mail alanandsue_hqyahoocouk
NIGELrsquoS CLASSIFIED ADS TO SUBMIT ADVERT nnevshehirgmailcom
UNLESS REQUESTED ADVERTS WILL REMAIN IN MAGAZINE FOR 1 MONTH ONLY
WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE Excellent condition nearly new 300euro can be viewed at the ICE Club Peter Galloway 952 794 270
APARTMENT TO RENT ESTEPONA PROMENADE - LA RADA BEACH Total Reno-vated to a High Standard 2 Bedroom1 Bathroom 1 Guest Toilet WIFI HeatingCooling Fully Fitted and Equipped Kitchen Linen Towels Etc Only a few hundred yards to the Este-pona Marina Bars etc and 50 yards to the ACE Club for English Speaking Expats Bus
Stop outside the entrance for easy trips to the ICE Club and on to Gibraltar and Return Rental pound490 a Month For more information please phone George Fee on 610 376 553 Email feegmwebcoza
FOR RENT 2 CAR GARAGE SPACE 9 METRES IN LENGTH Edificio Acuario (across from Estepona Port Lighthouse) price negotiable Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812
A man inserted an ad in the classifieds Wife wanted Next day he received a hundred letters They all said the same thing You can have mine
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
REFERENCES SUPPLIED IF REQUIRED
Gas ServiceInstallation
All plumbing requirements
Tiling
Home Refurbishments
Painting inside amp out
General repairs and maintenance to your home amp 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 amp ACOPS Reg
Telephone for a free prompt and efficient
service on 650 884 147 or 952 891 619
e-mail gplocke6hotmailcom
Monday to Saturday 1030 - 1430 hrs
Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
29
Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
31
UK TV SOLUTIONS Whatever your circumstances may be Fast Slow or even No Internet we have the solution for you
IPTV If you have a good stable internet speed then this is by far the best solution for you Our IPTV Box
gives you all of the Free UK Channels that you have recently lost with no monthly fees to pay This box will also turn you TV into a Smart TV allowing you to Search the Web Manage your Emails
and even Skype your Friends amp Family all from the comfort of your Sofa euro195 Delivered and Installed
VPN If you are a Sky subscriber and have an Internet Connection (fast speed not necessary) then you can
enjoy the benefits of On Demand On Demand is available to all Sky Subscribers with a Sky HD Box in the UK however to take
advantage of this here in Spain you will need a VPN Router
NO INTERNET NO PROBLEM If you have poor or no internet then you can access BBC ITV amp Channel 4 with this system
Utilise your existing Sky Dish which will need to be re-aligned to the new satellite or have another smaller dish installed if you want to continue watching your remaining Sky channels
For a friendly chat to see which UK TV Solution is best for you Call Hilary on 951 893481680837169
uktvsolutionsesgmailcom
32
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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
33
CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
35
ldquoWe have 10 years experience
Of selling Spanish Propertyrdquo
If you wish to sell or rent your property Please contact us for a free market
Appraisal and take advantage of our local and overseas marketing network
CCaridad77Estepona T 951 318 480
M 678 452 109
E infoterrameridianacom
Exclusive Costa Del Sol Partner
Office
Leading Property
Agents In Spain Unique Living
Luxury Homes
Living alone or caring for a partner Donrsquot see another person on a regular day to day basis
For just 42 cents a day We will telephone you each morning at a time of your
choice Ascertain you are okay If not or no answer
We will contact your emergency service to instigate assistance
That might be your friend neighbour key holder or emergency service such as Helicopteros Sanitarios
Feel safe knowing we care We will keep all your services on file and much more
Just a quick call to you each day will take away worries and concerns you may have
We all know someone who is alone or caring for somebody this service is custom-made for them All areas covered Contact us now for more
information Dial whole number ndash 34951088776
Mobile 658 027 426 Email morningcallcostadelsolgmailcom
Workshop open making
jewellery repairs and commissions
all at better prices
Home visits for private viewings
jewellery valuations commissions
Call 647 154 077
chirineayoubijewellerycom
36
Web versa-tile-spaincom
Member of
27
Perspective on life When things in your life seem almost too much to handle when 24 hours in a day are not enough remember the mayonnaise jarand the beer A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him When the class began wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls He then asked the students if the jar were full They agreed that it was So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar He shook the jar lightly The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls He then asked the students again if the jar were full They agreed it was The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar Of course the sand filled up everything else He asked once more if the jar were full The students responded with a unanimous yes The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand The students laughed Now said the professor as the laughter subsided I want you to recognize that this jar represents your liferdquo The golf balls are the important things-your family your children your health your friends your favourite passions - things that if everything else were lost and only they remained your life would still be full The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job your house your car The sand is everything else - the small stuffrdquo ldquoIf you put the sand into the jar first he continued there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls The same goes for life If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness Play with your children Take your partner out to dinner Go out with friends There will always be time to clean the house and fix the washing Take care of the golf balls first the things that really matter Set your priorities The rest is just sand One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented The professor smiled Im glad you asked It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem theres always room for a couple of beers Submitted by Richard Bearpark
GIVE IT A TRY Heart Attack and Water Good information to try Submitted by Derek Fee How many folks do you know who say they dont want to drink anything before going to bed because theyll have to get up during the night Answer from Cardiac Doctor ndash Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell) When you lie down and the lower body (legs etc) seeks level with the kidneys it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier This then ties in with the last statement You need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body but this is news Correct time to drink water Very Important From A Cardiac Specialist Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack Adding to this Water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up Please Note The committee wishes to declare that ICE does not accept responsibility for the
contents of articles
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
REFERENCES SUPPLIED IF REQUIRED
Gas ServiceInstallation
All plumbing requirements
Tiling
Home Refurbishments
Painting inside amp out
General repairs and maintenance to your home amp 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 amp ACOPS Reg
Telephone for a free prompt and efficient
service on 650 884 147 or 952 891 619
e-mail gplocke6hotmailcom
Monday to Saturday 1030 - 1430 hrs
Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
29
Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
31
UK TV SOLUTIONS Whatever your circumstances may be Fast Slow or even No Internet we have the solution for you
IPTV If you have a good stable internet speed then this is by far the best solution for you Our IPTV Box
gives you all of the Free UK Channels that you have recently lost with no monthly fees to pay This box will also turn you TV into a Smart TV allowing you to Search the Web Manage your Emails
and even Skype your Friends amp Family all from the comfort of your Sofa euro195 Delivered and Installed
VPN If you are a Sky subscriber and have an Internet Connection (fast speed not necessary) then you can
enjoy the benefits of On Demand On Demand is available to all Sky Subscribers with a Sky HD Box in the UK however to take
advantage of this here in Spain you will need a VPN Router
NO INTERNET NO PROBLEM If you have poor or no internet then you can access BBC ITV amp Channel 4 with this system
Utilise your existing Sky Dish which will need to be re-aligned to the new satellite or have another smaller dish installed if you want to continue watching your remaining Sky channels
For a friendly chat to see which UK TV Solution is best for you Call Hilary on 951 893481680837169
uktvsolutionsesgmailcom
32
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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
33
CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
35
ldquoWe have 10 years experience
Of selling Spanish Propertyrdquo
If you wish to sell or rent your property Please contact us for a free market
Appraisal and take advantage of our local and overseas marketing network
CCaridad77Estepona T 951 318 480
M 678 452 109
E infoterrameridianacom
Exclusive Costa Del Sol Partner
Office
Leading Property
Agents In Spain Unique Living
Luxury Homes
Living alone or caring for a partner Donrsquot see another person on a regular day to day basis
For just 42 cents a day We will telephone you each morning at a time of your
choice Ascertain you are okay If not or no answer
We will contact your emergency service to instigate assistance
That might be your friend neighbour key holder or emergency service such as Helicopteros Sanitarios
Feel safe knowing we care We will keep all your services on file and much more
Just a quick call to you each day will take away worries and concerns you may have
We all know someone who is alone or caring for somebody this service is custom-made for them All areas covered Contact us now for more
information Dial whole number ndash 34951088776
Mobile 658 027 426 Email morningcallcostadelsolgmailcom
Workshop open making
jewellery repairs and commissions
all at better prices
Home visits for private viewings
jewellery valuations commissions
Call 647 154 077
chirineayoubijewellerycom
36
Web versa-tile-spaincom
Member of
28
Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West)
Each Sunday we hold Services as follows -
San Pedro at 1015am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)
Sotogrande at 1145am In La Iglesia Sra de la Merced the Big Church
Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square behind the taxi rank
Home Groups take place every week
Everyone is welcome
For further details contact
Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765
Email arrichards168yahoocouk
For all Property Maintenance Services
and key holding let me care for your property
whilst you are away
REFERENCES SUPPLIED IF REQUIRED
Gas ServiceInstallation
All plumbing requirements
Tiling
Home Refurbishments
Painting inside amp out
General repairs and maintenance to your home amp 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 amp ACOPS Reg
Telephone for a free prompt and efficient
service on 650 884 147 or 952 891 619
e-mail gplocke6hotmailcom
Monday to Saturday 1030 - 1430 hrs
Tel 952 80 22 21
Mob 636 538 877
Calle Nuevo 8 Estepona 29680 Malaga
29
Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
31
UK TV SOLUTIONS Whatever your circumstances may be Fast Slow or even No Internet we have the solution for you
IPTV If you have a good stable internet speed then this is by far the best solution for you Our IPTV Box
gives you all of the Free UK Channels that you have recently lost with no monthly fees to pay This box will also turn you TV into a Smart TV allowing you to Search the Web Manage your Emails
and even Skype your Friends amp Family all from the comfort of your Sofa euro195 Delivered and Installed
VPN If you are a Sky subscriber and have an Internet Connection (fast speed not necessary) then you can
enjoy the benefits of On Demand On Demand is available to all Sky Subscribers with a Sky HD Box in the UK however to take
advantage of this here in Spain you will need a VPN Router
NO INTERNET NO PROBLEM If you have poor or no internet then you can access BBC ITV amp Channel 4 with this system
Utilise your existing Sky Dish which will need to be re-aligned to the new satellite or have another smaller dish installed if you want to continue watching your remaining Sky channels
For a friendly chat to see which UK TV Solution is best for you Call Hilary on 951 893481680837169
uktvsolutionsesgmailcom
32
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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
33
CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
35
ldquoWe have 10 years experience
Of selling Spanish Propertyrdquo
If you wish to sell or rent your property Please contact us for a free market
Appraisal and take advantage of our local and overseas marketing network
CCaridad77Estepona T 951 318 480
M 678 452 109
E infoterrameridianacom
Exclusive Costa Del Sol Partner
Office
Leading Property
Agents In Spain Unique Living
Luxury Homes
Living alone or caring for a partner Donrsquot see another person on a regular day to day basis
For just 42 cents a day We will telephone you each morning at a time of your
choice Ascertain you are okay If not or no answer
We will contact your emergency service to instigate assistance
That might be your friend neighbour key holder or emergency service such as Helicopteros Sanitarios
Feel safe knowing we care We will keep all your services on file and much more
Just a quick call to you each day will take away worries and concerns you may have
We all know someone who is alone or caring for somebody this service is custom-made for them All areas covered Contact us now for more
information Dial whole number ndash 34951088776
Mobile 658 027 426 Email morningcallcostadelsolgmailcom
Workshop open making
jewellery repairs and commissions
all at better prices
Home visits for private viewings
jewellery valuations commissions
Call 647 154 077
chirineayoubijewellerycom
36
Web versa-tile-spaincom
Member of
29
Grey Nomading in Australia Continued Diary of Louse and Grahams Travels
Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vicrsquos daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vicrsquos Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour known as Grey Nomading in Australia by caravan Grey Nomads many Aussies travel around Australia when they retire
Last time we wrote we were off to Woomera now almost a ghost town except for some Military personnel it has been a rocket testing area since World War II to try and develop a bomb to combat the devastation of the doodlebugs I have to say that the interactive museum was fantastic both Gra-ham and I really enjoyed it and pressed all the buttons that said ldquoPRESS HERErdquo I actually learnt loads about WWII The open air part of the museum was also really interesting The highlight of our stay at Roxby downs was the Roxby Race Day the horses race on a red dirt track in the middle of nowhere and the ladies all dress up in their finery for the day ndash I stuck to long pants thermal top and cardi for the day lsquocause it was about 20 degreesrsquo You have to feel really sorry for any jockey that does not run in first place anyone behind the winner is inevitably covered in red dust There were over 2600 people at the races which is awesome for a place with a population of 4000 I managed to come out $69 ahead Awesome day lovely to see everyone out for the highlight of the Roxby Downs Social Calendar One lovely lady we met had been to the races four times and never seen a horse It was a fairly alcoholic event for most Whilst in Roxby Downs exploring the red dirt dessert we had been told about a ldquosecret man caverdquo This is gathering place for BBQrsquos drinking camping and shooting things ndash such as the sofa tin cans and anything else that can be found While house sitting the lovely home owners wondered if we would take delivery of some chooks for their newly constructed chook house no problem we said and they arrived in a cardboard box after a 600km trip from Adelaide They produced the first egg exactly one hour prior to the home ownerrsquos re-turn so we missed out After a stay in Roxby we headed back to the coast spending a night in Pt Pirie then straight on to Yankalilla to visit some of Grahams SA rellies at Symonds Seeds Had a fantastic catch up and then made our way to Victor Harbor Decided to head to the Victor Hotel for dinner and bumped into a friend of my parents who owns the hotel ndash bonus We spent the next day at his farm in the pouring rain helping him herd some cattle It was so great to catch up with John my parents have known him for about 35 years
After a couple of nights at Victor Harbor (and a couple more visits to the pub) we were on the road again We really wanted to do a few nights free camping and headed off to find something suitable Got to Wellington on a stunningly scenic drive and came to an abrupt halt as we found the Murray River Had to get across on a little cable run ferry in the middle of nowhere Headed towards our overnight stop and what we found was breathtaking next to the beach not a sole in sight and the most stunning sunset we
have ever seen Our dogs ran like mad things on the beach as we sat on a rock with glass in hand and drank in the beauty of our location (as well as a bottle of wine) Sunrise was a spectacular as sunset although Graham struggles to get his head around the sun set-ting over the ocean instead of over the hills like it does back home Having found this spectacular spot we have decided to stay another night or two the dogs are over the moon and running along the beach most of the time Unfortunately no TV reception but will listen to it on radio on beach with a glass of wine in hand I love my life Till next time Lou and Graham
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
31
UK TV SOLUTIONS Whatever your circumstances may be Fast Slow or even No Internet we have the solution for you
IPTV If you have a good stable internet speed then this is by far the best solution for you Our IPTV Box
gives you all of the Free UK Channels that you have recently lost with no monthly fees to pay This box will also turn you TV into a Smart TV allowing you to Search the Web Manage your Emails
and even Skype your Friends amp Family all from the comfort of your Sofa euro195 Delivered and Installed
VPN If you are a Sky subscriber and have an Internet Connection (fast speed not necessary) then you can
enjoy the benefits of On Demand On Demand is available to all Sky Subscribers with a Sky HD Box in the UK however to take
advantage of this here in Spain you will need a VPN Router
NO INTERNET NO PROBLEM If you have poor or no internet then you can access BBC ITV amp Channel 4 with this system
Utilise your existing Sky Dish which will need to be re-aligned to the new satellite or have another smaller dish installed if you want to continue watching your remaining Sky channels
For a friendly chat to see which UK TV Solution is best for you Call Hilary on 951 893481680837169
uktvsolutionsesgmailcom
32
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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
33
CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
35
ldquoWe have 10 years experience
Of selling Spanish Propertyrdquo
If you wish to sell or rent your property Please contact us for a free market
Appraisal and take advantage of our local and overseas marketing network
CCaridad77Estepona T 951 318 480
M 678 452 109
E infoterrameridianacom
Exclusive Costa Del Sol Partner
Office
Leading Property
Agents In Spain Unique Living
Luxury Homes
Living alone or caring for a partner Donrsquot see another person on a regular day to day basis
For just 42 cents a day We will telephone you each morning at a time of your
choice Ascertain you are okay If not or no answer
We will contact your emergency service to instigate assistance
That might be your friend neighbour key holder or emergency service such as Helicopteros Sanitarios
Feel safe knowing we care We will keep all your services on file and much more
Just a quick call to you each day will take away worries and concerns you may have
We all know someone who is alone or caring for somebody this service is custom-made for them All areas covered Contact us now for more
information Dial whole number ndash 34951088776
Mobile 658 027 426 Email morningcallcostadelsolgmailcom
Workshop open making
jewellery repairs and commissions
all at better prices
Home visits for private viewings
jewellery valuations commissions
Call 647 154 077
chirineayoubijewellerycom
36
Web versa-tile-spaincom
Member of
30
Word Grid
Find the 9 lettered word and see how
many words of 4 letters and over you
can make using the centre letter in all
words and each letter only once An-swer at bottom of page 34
E M T
A T P
R E E
LE
ISU
RE
PA
GE
OPTICA MACHIN English Optometrist now available for
consultation on the Costa del Sol
Jane Staunton Machin BScMB Optom CNOO
Av Litoral ndash Ed Vistamar Blq 2 ndash Local 1
29680 ESTEPONA MALAGA
Tel 952 806 813
Full Eye Examinations Glaucoma Screening
Designer amp Non-Designer frames amp lenses Sunglasses
(prescription amp non-prescription) Domiciliary Visits (by appointment)
Contact Lens Fitting
wwwopticamachincom
Who is this sleeping beauty
snapped on recent club trip
First answer to the editor for a free drink at the
bar
1 What type of creature is a dugite
2 What are the first names of English novelist G K Chesterton
3 In computing what does DMA normally stand for
4 Who painted The Water Lily Pool
5 Which vitamin is also known as pantothenic acid
6 A couple celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary have been married for how
many years
7 The song Luck be a Lady features in which musical
8 In the city of Manchester (England) the Irk and Medlock join which river
9 What type of animal is a Kolinsky
10 Who wrote the book Catch-22
Garlicky bean salad with chorizo A taste of Spain tapas style salad perfect for nibbling on in the sun Ingredients 400g can cannellini beans or other white bean 1 small red onion 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 140g button mushrooms thinly sliced handful flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped 3 tbsp olive oil 100g thinly sliced chorizo Method Rinse and drain the beans then pat dry with kitchen paper Mix the onion with the vinegar and leave for 5 mins to soak Mix the mushrooms and parsley into the beans then add the onions and vinegar oil and seasoning then mix well Arrange overlapping slices of chorizo over two plates and spoon the salad in the centre Serve with crusty bread
OCTOBER
QUIZ
31
UK TV SOLUTIONS Whatever your circumstances may be Fast Slow or even No Internet we have the solution for you
IPTV If you have a good stable internet speed then this is by far the best solution for you Our IPTV Box
gives you all of the Free UK Channels that you have recently lost with no monthly fees to pay This box will also turn you TV into a Smart TV allowing you to Search the Web Manage your Emails
and even Skype your Friends amp Family all from the comfort of your Sofa euro195 Delivered and Installed
VPN If you are a Sky subscriber and have an Internet Connection (fast speed not necessary) then you can
enjoy the benefits of On Demand On Demand is available to all Sky Subscribers with a Sky HD Box in the UK however to take
advantage of this here in Spain you will need a VPN Router
NO INTERNET NO PROBLEM If you have poor or no internet then you can access BBC ITV amp Channel 4 with this system
Utilise your existing Sky Dish which will need to be re-aligned to the new satellite or have another smaller dish installed if you want to continue watching your remaining Sky channels
For a friendly chat to see which UK TV Solution is best for you Call Hilary on 951 893481680837169
uktvsolutionsesgmailcom
32
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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
33
CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
35
ldquoWe have 10 years experience
Of selling Spanish Propertyrdquo
If you wish to sell or rent your property Please contact us for a free market
Appraisal and take advantage of our local and overseas marketing network
CCaridad77Estepona T 951 318 480
M 678 452 109
E infoterrameridianacom
Exclusive Costa Del Sol Partner
Office
Leading Property
Agents In Spain Unique Living
Luxury Homes
Living alone or caring for a partner Donrsquot see another person on a regular day to day basis
For just 42 cents a day We will telephone you each morning at a time of your
choice Ascertain you are okay If not or no answer
We will contact your emergency service to instigate assistance
That might be your friend neighbour key holder or emergency service such as Helicopteros Sanitarios
Feel safe knowing we care We will keep all your services on file and much more
Just a quick call to you each day will take away worries and concerns you may have
We all know someone who is alone or caring for somebody this service is custom-made for them All areas covered Contact us now for more
information Dial whole number ndash 34951088776
Mobile 658 027 426 Email morningcallcostadelsolgmailcom
Workshop open making
jewellery repairs and commissions
all at better prices
Home visits for private viewings
jewellery valuations commissions
Call 647 154 077
chirineayoubijewellerycom
36
Web versa-tile-spaincom
Member of
31
UK TV SOLUTIONS Whatever your circumstances may be Fast Slow or even No Internet we have the solution for you
IPTV If you have a good stable internet speed then this is by far the best solution for you Our IPTV Box
gives you all of the Free UK Channels that you have recently lost with no monthly fees to pay This box will also turn you TV into a Smart TV allowing you to Search the Web Manage your Emails
and even Skype your Friends amp Family all from the comfort of your Sofa euro195 Delivered and Installed
VPN If you are a Sky subscriber and have an Internet Connection (fast speed not necessary) then you can
enjoy the benefits of On Demand On Demand is available to all Sky Subscribers with a Sky HD Box in the UK however to take
advantage of this here in Spain you will need a VPN Router
NO INTERNET NO PROBLEM If you have poor or no internet then you can access BBC ITV amp Channel 4 with this system
Utilise your existing Sky Dish which will need to be re-aligned to the new satellite or have another smaller dish installed if you want to continue watching your remaining Sky channels
For a friendly chat to see which UK TV Solution is best for you Call Hilary on 951 893481680837169
uktvsolutionsesgmailcom
32
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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
33
CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
35
ldquoWe have 10 years experience
Of selling Spanish Propertyrdquo
If you wish to sell or rent your property Please contact us for a free market
Appraisal and take advantage of our local and overseas marketing network
CCaridad77Estepona T 951 318 480
M 678 452 109
E infoterrameridianacom
Exclusive Costa Del Sol Partner
Office
Leading Property
Agents In Spain Unique Living
Luxury Homes
Living alone or caring for a partner Donrsquot see another person on a regular day to day basis
For just 42 cents a day We will telephone you each morning at a time of your
choice Ascertain you are okay If not or no answer
We will contact your emergency service to instigate assistance
That might be your friend neighbour key holder or emergency service such as Helicopteros Sanitarios
Feel safe knowing we care We will keep all your services on file and much more
Just a quick call to you each day will take away worries and concerns you may have
We all know someone who is alone or caring for somebody this service is custom-made for them All areas covered Contact us now for more
information Dial whole number ndash 34951088776
Mobile 658 027 426 Email morningcallcostadelsolgmailcom
Workshop open making
jewellery repairs and commissions
all at better prices
Home visits for private viewings
jewellery valuations commissions
Call 647 154 077
chirineayoubijewellerycom
36
Web versa-tile-spaincom
Member of
32
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 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 ownerrsquos 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
Club magazine by post If you leave Estepona for longer than a month your magazine can be
posted Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros) to Terry Smith On the reverse
please write the months you wish to receive they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued
Parking When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never
on yellow lines ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall 663 557 738 Books Peter Galloway 952 794 270 Bowls Reg Astle BridgehelliprdquoDuplicaterdquo Tim Taminiau 951 277 113 Computer Group Posters Vic Loughran 952 886 772
Film Night Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Gardening Group Sandy Avis 952 897 309 Pamela Shine 697 941 869 951 272 360 Genealogical Dave Hackett 952 893 965 Golf Organiser Alan Davis 699 712 804 952 897 670 ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall 634 273 194 Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better 952 806 922 Ladiesrsquo Book Club Krista Carter 696 259 644 951 277 240
Ladiesrsquo Lunches Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree 952 792 454 Quiz Night Songs of Praise Art Class Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
Rambling Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386 Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes 607 963 254 952 892 163 Stitch amp Bitch Nina Taminiau 951 277 113 Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell 952 897 977 Ticket Sales Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds 652 798 107 952 797 921 Ticket Sales Patricia Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 Videos Roger Richards 952 891 765
Whist Ian amp Lin Ingram 669 661 660 952 796 150
33
CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
35
ldquoWe have 10 years experience
Of selling Spanish Propertyrdquo
If you wish to sell or rent your property Please contact us for a free market
Appraisal and take advantage of our local and overseas marketing network
CCaridad77Estepona T 951 318 480
M 678 452 109
E infoterrameridianacom
Exclusive Costa Del Sol Partner
Office
Leading Property
Agents In Spain Unique Living
Luxury Homes
Living alone or caring for a partner Donrsquot see another person on a regular day to day basis
For just 42 cents a day We will telephone you each morning at a time of your
choice Ascertain you are okay If not or no answer
We will contact your emergency service to instigate assistance
That might be your friend neighbour key holder or emergency service such as Helicopteros Sanitarios
Feel safe knowing we care We will keep all your services on file and much more
Just a quick call to you each day will take away worries and concerns you may have
We all know someone who is alone or caring for somebody this service is custom-made for them All areas covered Contact us now for more
information Dial whole number ndash 34951088776
Mobile 658 027 426 Email morningcallcostadelsolgmailcom
Workshop open making
jewellery repairs and commissions
all at better prices
Home visits for private viewings
jewellery valuations commissions
Call 647 154 077
chirineayoubijewellerycom
36
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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Doug Mitchell 667 998 800 952 897 977
VICE-PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 952 892 386
SECRETARY Joan Thompson 653 488 030 952 804 799
TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 952 923 892
MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 951 276 690 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 952 805 739
HOUSEKEEPER Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 951 972 577
MEMBER (Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 952 913 174
MEMBER Diane Hackett 626 080 829 952 893 965
MEMBER (Theatre Liaison) Keith H Ranshaw 951 977 223
PUBLICITY (Facebook amp Manilva) Anna Tandy 619 673 320
NON COMMITTEE POSTS
LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 952 791 449
(If available)
MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 952 892 386
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Anthony 697 941 869 951 272 360
amp Pamela Shine BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 952 808 556
ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY
AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 952 891 175
ASST TREASURER Vic Loughran 952 886 772
WELFARE Members are requested to notify our welfare officer Barbara Salisbury
if they know of any member who is ill 952 796 368 email salsbarbyahoocouk
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 - 6euro per month - colour 7euro per month
Half page - 12euro per month- colour 14euro per month Full page - 24euro per month - colour 28euro per month
(Discounts- for 6 months 10 and for the whole year 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 monthrsquos issue
Copy can be e-mailed to - terrysmithsibermecom
ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing
INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) ICE Clubhouse Urbanisation Bahia Dorada Entrada 5 at Km 149 A 7 Estepona 29680 Malaga
Clubhouse Telephone 952 802 549 ICE Web Site wwwsibermecom
Email clubsibermehotmailcom
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
35
ldquoWe have 10 years experience
Of selling Spanish Propertyrdquo
If you wish to sell or rent your property Please contact us for a free market
Appraisal and take advantage of our local and overseas marketing network
CCaridad77Estepona T 951 318 480
M 678 452 109
E infoterrameridianacom
Exclusive Costa Del Sol Partner
Office
Leading Property
Agents In Spain Unique Living
Luxury Homes
Living alone or caring for a partner Donrsquot see another person on a regular day to day basis
For just 42 cents a day We will telephone you each morning at a time of your
choice Ascertain you are okay If not or no answer
We will contact your emergency service to instigate assistance
That might be your friend neighbour key holder or emergency service such as Helicopteros Sanitarios
Feel safe knowing we care We will keep all your services on file and much more
Just a quick call to you each day will take away worries and concerns you may have
We all know someone who is alone or caring for somebody this service is custom-made for them All areas covered Contact us now for more
information Dial whole number ndash 34951088776
Mobile 658 027 426 Email morningcallcostadelsolgmailcom
Workshop open making
jewellery repairs and commissions
all at better prices
Home visits for private viewings
jewellery valuations commissions
Call 647 154 077
chirineayoubijewellerycom
36
Web versa-tile-spaincom
Member of
34
JUST FOR A SMILE
Leisure page answers Quiz
1 Snake
2 Gilbert Keith (1874-1936)
3 Direct Memory Access
4 Claude Monet
5 B5
6 15 (fifteen)
7 Guys and
8 Irwell
9 Weasel
10 Joseph Heller
Word grid 9-letter word - TEMPERATE
THE BOOK OF SENIOR JOKES Submitted by Gordon Beetson
Turning a Deaf Ear
A husband was becoming increasingly concerned that his wife might have a hearing problem
So as they relaxed watching
TV in their favourite armchairs one evening he called across to her Can you hear me Ethel There was no response
A few seconds later he asked her again this time a little louder Can you hear me Ethel
Still there was no response
So he tried for a third time louder still Can you hear me Ethel
She answered impatiently For the third time yes
Table Manners
Sitting at the dinner table a daughter complimented her father on his improved manners lsquoIm
pleased to see that after all these years you have finally learned to put your hand over your
mouth whenever you coughrsquo
lsquoI have torsquo he replied lsquoItrsquos the only way I can catch my teethrsquo
Age Concerns
Three little old ladies were sitting around discussing the problems of ageing The first lady
said You know Im getting really forgetful This morning I was standing at the bottom of the
stairs and I couldnt remember if I was just about to go up or if I had just come down
Oh thats nothing said the second lady The other day I was sitting on the edge of my bed wondering if I was going to bed or if I had just got up
Im pleased to say my memory is as good as ever touch wood said the third lady rapping
her knuckles on the table Then remarked That must be the door - Ill get it
Condoms dont guarantee safe sex A friend of mine was wearing one when he was shot dead
by the womans husband
Phone answering machine message If you want to buy marijuana press the hash key
35
ldquoWe have 10 years experience
Of selling Spanish Propertyrdquo
If you wish to sell or rent your property Please contact us for a free market
Appraisal and take advantage of our local and overseas marketing network
CCaridad77Estepona T 951 318 480
M 678 452 109
E infoterrameridianacom
Exclusive Costa Del Sol Partner
Office
Leading Property
Agents In Spain Unique Living
Luxury Homes
Living alone or caring for a partner Donrsquot see another person on a regular day to day basis
For just 42 cents a day We will telephone you each morning at a time of your
choice Ascertain you are okay If not or no answer
We will contact your emergency service to instigate assistance
That might be your friend neighbour key holder or emergency service such as Helicopteros Sanitarios
Feel safe knowing we care We will keep all your services on file and much more
Just a quick call to you each day will take away worries and concerns you may have
We all know someone who is alone or caring for somebody this service is custom-made for them All areas covered Contact us now for more
information Dial whole number ndash 34951088776
Mobile 658 027 426 Email morningcallcostadelsolgmailcom
Workshop open making
jewellery repairs and commissions
all at better prices
Home visits for private viewings
jewellery valuations commissions
Call 647 154 077
chirineayoubijewellerycom
36
Web versa-tile-spaincom
Member of
35
ldquoWe have 10 years experience
Of selling Spanish Propertyrdquo
If you wish to sell or rent your property Please contact us for a free market
Appraisal and take advantage of our local and overseas marketing network
CCaridad77Estepona T 951 318 480
M 678 452 109
E infoterrameridianacom
Exclusive Costa Del Sol Partner
Office
Leading Property
Agents In Spain Unique Living
Luxury Homes
Living alone or caring for a partner Donrsquot see another person on a regular day to day basis
For just 42 cents a day We will telephone you each morning at a time of your
choice Ascertain you are okay If not or no answer
We will contact your emergency service to instigate assistance
That might be your friend neighbour key holder or emergency service such as Helicopteros Sanitarios
Feel safe knowing we care We will keep all your services on file and much more
Just a quick call to you each day will take away worries and concerns you may have
We all know someone who is alone or caring for somebody this service is custom-made for them All areas covered Contact us now for more
information Dial whole number ndash 34951088776
Mobile 658 027 426 Email morningcallcostadelsolgmailcom
Workshop open making
jewellery repairs and commissions
all at better prices
Home visits for private viewings
jewellery valuations commissions
Call 647 154 077
chirineayoubijewellerycom
36
Web versa-tile-spaincom
Member of
36
Web versa-tile-spaincom
Member of