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DigameXtra Holiday Schedule- No issue on these days.
Posts scheduled for these days will appear in the next issue.
-Monday, Dec. 26th, St Stephen’s Day
-Monday, Jan. 2nd, 2022, New Years Holiday, a Spanish public holiday
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Phoenix Club: Our social club is fully open so do pop in for a coffee and a chat, or browse our books at 4 for €1. We also have a selection of DVDs/CDs and Jigsaws at various prices
***Trips***
December
– 21st – A trip to see the festive Christmas Lights in Malaga city. €10pp and first pick up at Algarrobo Lidl at 18.00
January 2023
– 04th – La Concepcion Botanical Gardens Spectacular Lights Extravaganza. Price 22€pp and includes entry to the Gardens etc Departs Algarrobo Lidl at 17.00
– 6th – Trip to Gib €20pp includes €1 for the driver. Do remember that we have just 3 pick ups usually and we return from Gib at 16.30.
– 13th – La Canada shopping in Marbella and Iceland in Fuengirola €18pp
– 27th – Trip to the Sierra Nevadas €19pp
February
– 03rd – Trip to Gib €20pp includes €1 for the driver. Do remember that we have just 3 pick ups usually and we return from Gib at 16.30
– 17th – A trip to Finca de la Torre, Bobadilla for a tour of their Olive Farm. Price is 55€pp and includes a tour of the Vineyard, olive oil tastings, 3 course lunch, coach and drivers gratuity.
March
– 03rd – Trip to Gib €20pp includes €1 for the driver. Do remember that we have just 3 pick ups usually and we return from Gib at 16.30
May
May 10th – 14th 2023. 5 day trip to Jerez with a visit to the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art, a Horse Fair, Sherry Bodega, possibly Tio Pepe or Sandeman’s and a guided tour of the old town. It will be on a ½ Board basis in a 4* Hotel. If interested, send me an email and I will contact you with details in the New Year. For further information, please contact Gail on 951067723 / 626370695 or email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk for more information or check out our FB page
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The Bio Beach Restaurant U3A Lectures Present:
Wed, Dec. 14 at 11am
Speaker Graham Hibberd, Retired Police Officer and Operational Police Dog Handler/Trainer. Join me on a journey, of how over the centuries, humans have learned to employ dogs in a variety of ways. From hunters, guarders of property, footwarmers, to working dogs; dogs from cinema and television, providers of hair and meat and more, though ultimately the most important of all, as good companions. With 40 years’ experience, as an Operational Police Dog Handler/Instructor in the UK, Europe and the Middle East, my presentation will end, giving answers to questions on rectifying problems you may have with your dog.
Note: These U3A lectures are free, just order refreshments from the Bio Beach staff. We belong to U3A, (http://www.u3aaxarquia.com/) and these social, educational, and stimulating mornings are presented in an effort to attract more members. Bio Beach Restaurant is located on the El Morche beachfront promenade (right behind the church). We look forward to seeing you there! For more info contact: norma2kk@aol.com
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Autumn at Potters Bar- Nerja: JAZZ JAZZ JAZZ!!!
– The Jazz Lunch is back! The very talented Spike, Diego & Jonny as the COASTLINE DIXIELANDERS will be providing us with fantástic afternoons of class entertainment. Sundays at 2.00pm. Availability is límited so reserve your table now. €15/person including a great roast Lunch. Phone Cathy on 685435767.
– And Potters Friday nights are not to be missed! Great live entertainment from 8pm, fabulous fish n’ chips and plenty of other options and a great night out guaranteed. Bookings adviseable!
– The Potters Pub Quiz! Every Tuesday 8pm. Make a night of It! Good company, good good and great fun and all for just €3/person. Bookings adviseable.
If you have never visited Potters Bar we look forward to meeting you! Our contact details can be found in the Sponsor’s Section at the bottom of every issue.
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Concerts this week with Dana & Gianni:
– Tuesday 13 December starting at 10.30am concert in the garden of Trapiche Market’s bar (in case of bad weather there will be no concert)
– Sunday 18 December at 5pm The Magic Trio awaits you at the Carpintería bar in Cómpeta. For the occasion, the new CD “I’m embracing the world ” will be presented, 16 original and international songs recorded by Dana and Gianni with the participation of Aki Riihimäki on electric guitar and Lenny de Luca on piano. It will also be an opportunity to wish friends and fans a Merry Christmas with typical songs for the occasion.
Info/booking: 661188466
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Free Christmas Concert by Malou Music: Fri. 16 Dec, 9pm
Sevillano Los Huertos, C/ Los Huertos, Nerja
https://www.sevillanonerja.es/
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Landlords, tell your renters about DigameXtra, where they can get overnight answers to questions about local stuff without having to call you!
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Hanningtons Kitchens and Bathrooms: We have been installing kitchens and bathrooms here on the Costa for 13 years. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, highest standards of work and customer service.
Whether you are thinking of updating an existing kitchen or bathroom, or whether you wish to create the kitchen or bathroom you have always dreamed of, we are here for you, every step of the way.
With an unrivaled knowledge of the best local materials and suppliers we are able to work to all tastes and budgets.
Our full range of services includes:
– Installations and Refurbs
– Wall & Floor tiling
– Full range of Plumbing work including radiators and underfloor heating
– Solar Installation
– Design & planning ideas to get the look you are after
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– Alter / Install walls, dropped ceilings and hang doors
– Plastering, woodwork and floor levelling
Visit our FB page on the link below to be inspired
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Call us : 669 665 156
Email us : hanningtons.bathrooms@gmail.com ; Our contact details can be found in the Sponsor’s Section at the bottom of every issue.
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Mandy’s Paintbox: Painter for 30 years. Painting work undertaken. Inside and outside large or small. Furniture painted or sprayed. Kitchens, cabinets, wardrobes doors any colour any surface. Check out the before and after photos, all the furniture was spray painted.
Call for advice WhatsApp 680739577
Email: amandajosiah@hotmail.com
My contact details can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section at the bottom of every issue. Here are “before” and “after” pics from my latest job.
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Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent
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BluCee Real Estate / Inmobiliaria:
Personal tailor-made real estate.
ARE YOU LOOKING TO SELL?
We have seen an increase in Spanish and Americans buying and looking to buy. Our regular purchasers, the Danish, Belgiums and Germans continue to buy as well.
We are now looking for more properties to advertise for sale.
– Are you thinking of selling?
– Has your property been advertised without much interest?
Contact us for a no obligation chat about how we will market your property.
At BluCee we go above and beyond for you during the sales process, don’t just take our word for it – see our reviews on Google and Facebook.
info@blucee.com
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We are based in Rincon de la Victoria, now with an office in Nerja, we cover the whole coast line and inland.
BluCee Real Estate are a DigameXtra sponsor so our contact details are shown here every day.
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For Sale: Childs electric car. Age 3-6 years
Black 12v Range Rover. 12 months old. Very good condition
150 euro. Car is in Torre del Mar
Jane, Canillas de Albaida, 637716703
Email: janebs@hotmail.co.uk
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For Sale, 3 items: Due to bar closure.
– Samsung Cm1919 Industrial Microwave. 1850w. Good working order, in very good condition. €350 ovno.
– Saro Plate Warmer. Good working condition. Very good condition. €75 ono
– Lincat Double Deep Fat Fryer. 14 litre capacity. Individual drainers with taps. Good working order in very good condition. €180 ono.
Bob, Vinuela. tel: 630393290
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For Sale: TD Systems Smart TV, 43”, LED, 4K Ultra HD, Black
– Flat 109,2 cm (43″) LED Direct-LED
– 3840 x 2160 pixels 16:9
– Wi-Fi, Ethernet, LAN, Bluetooth
– High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported
– 3 x HDMI ports + USB
Boxed, with user manual, remote control & stand.
In excellent condition – 2 years old but hardly used. Would make an excellent Christmas gift. Still on sale at some outlets, from €279 to over €300.
Price €140 ono. Buyer collects. Jackie, Viñuela
Email: rogandjackinspain at hotmail dot co dot uk
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For Sale: Budget Priced Powerful Laptop – Only €70 VGC
Acer Aspire 5733, 2012 UK model; 15.6″ HD screen.
Intel i3 @ 2.53GHz; 240Gb SSD; 4Gb RAM; DVD
Windows 10 Pro, fresh install
3x USB2; VGA; Ethernet; 2.4 wifi; card reader; carry bag
Issues:
1) Dead battery, must use plugged in. I tried a replacement battery but the grey market battery didn’t work properly (returned it), and an original part replacement costs too much to make sense.
2) The “P” key is patched. It works fine.
This was top-of-the-line when new. I have installed a new SSD drive and 4Gb RAM card. Coupled with the powerful processor, this laptop is very fast. If you leave your laptop in place, plugged in, this could serve you well. Basically, the laptop is free, I am just looking to recoup what I paid for the new SSD & RAM. It served me well for many years, now it’s time to pass it on to someone else as I upgrade. It didn’t need a full refurb job as I maintained it well.
Buyer collects. DoctorLaptop, Torrox Costa.
Email: doctorlaptop@protonmail.com ; Photo & specs https://specspro.net/laptops/6698-acer-aspire-5733-6424/
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Recommendations & Requests
When making a recommendation always include the phone number or website of the biz, service, etc., so readers can reach them.
Note: I can’t post third party email addresses.
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Recommendations Wanted:
Stampcrete / hormigon impreso (printed concrete)
I have approx 130 m2 of parking area that needs to be covered with a 10cm thick reinforced concrete layer including drainage and final layer/finish as per below photo.
If you know someone that did a good job, please let me know your experience !
If you can do the job, please email your quote / pricing / terms / availability / time / specifications /etc.
Cheers. Ivan, Cómpeta ; ivan.hyves AT gmail.com
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News & Articles
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{ Translations by www.DeepL.com/Translator }
SPAIN
President Sanchez Promises New Package Of Social Aid Aimed At Curbing Food Prices Before 2023, Gives No Specifics As Usual:
– Speaking at an event in Barcelona on Sunday, December 11, Pedro Sánchez announced that, while the Spanish government has managed to “bend the curve” of inflation in Spain (he doesn’t get to the supermarket often), much-needed aid to curb food prices will soon be in place the country.
– Sánchez promised that a new aid package to stop food prices from rising would be approved by the end of the year.
– The Spanish Prime Minister tweeted: “Our measures work, and we are bending the inflation curve.” “And before the end of the year, we will approve a new aid package for the social majority with mechanisms to contain the rise in food prices.” Sánchez added: “We are going to put all our resources, as we did during the pandemic, at the service of the people. “Not only out of social commitment but also as a matter of economic efficiency.”
– Earlier this week, Spain’s Vice-President and Minister of Employment, Yolanda Díaz, announced that her party was negotiating new measures with the PSOE to tackle rising food and mortgage prices within the framework of the extension of the anti-crisis decree that expires on December 31. However, she did not specify what they would consist of. Full article: https://global247news.com/2022/12/11/breaking-news-spain-announces-measures-to-curb-food-prices/
AXARQUIA
Aemet expects new rains next week in the Axarquia region: {Translation, summary} 11Dec22
– It will rain again next week in Axarquia. This Sunday, 11 December, the interior of the region has once again benefited the most from the rains. The La Viñuela reservoir has left behind its historic low, although it is still at 9.4% of its total capacity with 15.45 cubic hectometres of water stored.
– Aemet has activated a yellow warning for coastal phenomena (wind and waves) in Axarquia for Tuesday 13.
– With regard to this Sunday 11, the 19.3 litres per square metre recorded in Alfarnate and Alfarnatejo, the 17.3 litres in Colmenar, or the 17.1 litres per square metre in Alcaucín stand out. In Benamargosa, 14.4 litres were recorded, and in La Viñuela, 12.2. The other towns were around ten litres or less.
– As far as next week is concerned, Aemet’s first predictions suggest that the rains will return to Axarquia from Monday onwards, and may continue throughout the week, although not continuously. The days when the heaviest rainfall is expected are Tuesday 13 and Wednesday 14. The agency puts the probability of rainfall at 100% between Tuesday and Thursday, leaving Friday at 75% for now.
Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/aemet-espera-nuevas-lluvias-para-proxima-semana-axarquia/
COSTA DEL SOL
Volunteer interpreters back in action at the Costa’s hospitals:
– At the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic in March 2020, the various volunteer interpreter associations that worked in a number of hospitals on the Costa del Sol had to stop offering an in-person service. They instead turned to the telephones and provided assistance to patients over the phone.
– However, in the last year they have gradually started to go back into the hospitals.
– The Axarquía team now has 19 volunteers working at the Torre del Mar hospital and five at the health centre in Nerja. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/volunteer-interpreters-back-20221209200548-nt.html
UK
Britons Who Used Croatia As a Base to Reset Their Schengen Day Count No Longer Able to Do So From Jan. 1st:
– The Council of the European Union has decided to include Croatia in the borderless Schengen Area starting from January 1, 2023. While the decision is good news for Croatians and other EU nationals, travellers from Schengen Area’s visa-free countries who have used Croatia as a base to reset their 90-day period of permitted stay in the Schengen countries are not very happy with the decision.
– The three other non-Schengen EU countries, Romania, Bulgaria, and Cyprus, which permit visa-free entry for Britons, can be used as a reset base. These countries may actually be better options for Britons, as they are way cheaper than Croatia. Full article: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/britons-who-used-croatia-as-a-base-to-reset-their-schengen-day-count-no-longer-able-to-do-so/
EUROPE
Europe Is Hit by Shortages of Antibiotics:
– Countries across Europe are reporting shortages of antibiotics as demand for the medicines rises and manufacturers grapple with supply-chain snags.
– Amoxicillin, cephalosporins and other widely used antibiotics are in short supply, data from various countries show, raising concerns among doctors and officials about the availability of drugs that are relied on to treat conditions ranging from ear infections to pneumonia.
– Health groups and manufacturers attribute the shortages to several factors. Demand has rebounded following the lifting of pandemic-era restrictions that has resulted in more illness. Manufacturers are also facing delays in the supply of ingredients, packaging and other components, partly because of China’s Covid-19 restrictions. And rising energy costs are making some energy-intensive production difficult to maintain. Full article: https://www.wsj.com/articles/europe-is-hit-by-shortages-of-antibiotics-11670639357
SPORTS
Football News- World Cup- France, Morocco, Argentina and Croatia get ready for the semi-finals:
– The four teams are still riding high after their respective wins in the World Cup quarter-finals, but anticipation is already building ahead of the next step: the semis on Tuesday and Wednesday. Croatia will attempt to reach its second World Cup final in as many competitions, and Morocco is looking to continue its historic run after it became the first African team and the first Arab team to ever make it to the final four. Full article: https://www.france24.com/en/sport/20221211-world-cup-france-morocco-argentina-and-croatia-get-ready-for-the-semi-finals
SPACE
NASA’s Orion space capsule splashes down after lunar voyage:
– NASA’s Orion space capsule splashed down safely in the Pacific on Sunday, completing the Artemis 1 mission – a more than 25-day journey around the Moon with an eye to returning humans there in just a few years.
– After racing through the Earth’s atmosphere at a speed of 40,000 kilometers per hour (25,000 mph), the uncrewed capsule floated down to the sea with the help of three large red and white parachutes. Photo: NASA. Full article: https://www.france24.com/en/technology/20221211-nasa-s-orion-space-capsule-splashes-down-after-lunar-voyage
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Cinesur El Ingenio Films schedule: You can find the film schedule at this link. Films tagged as (VOSE) are in the original language with Spanish subtitles.
https://www.cinesur.com/es/cine/mk2-cinesur-el-ingenio
Useful Links, Info & Numbers
Petrol Prices – Updated daily: These are the fuel stations in Malaga province with the lowest prices. The price data for 95 and 98-octane petrol and diesel fuel is updated every day. See it here:
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/updated-daily-these-20220314114157-nt.html
Weekly Markets
Monday: Torrox Costa
Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena
Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa
Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana
Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only
Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa
Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot
Taxi
Nerja 952 524 519
Torrox: 952 531 030
Frigiliana: 952 533 231
Phone numbers for emergencies
Emergency Svcs.: 112
National Police: 091
Guardia Civil: 062
Ambulance: 061
Fire Station (Bomberos): 080
Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police
Torrox: 952 539 828
Nerja: 952 521 545
Frigiliana: 952 533 126
Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Local News in English, The Sur: http://www.surinenglish.com/
Spain National News in English, El Pais: https://elpais.com/elpais/inenglish.html
Local Weather: https://www.accuweather.com/en/es/torre-del-mar/306652/weather-forecast/306652
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