Newsletters 2013

THE BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF MARBELLA – BAM

NEWSLETTER DECEMBER 2013

The November BAM monthly lunch was held on Thursday, November, 28th at the Puerto Azul restaurant, C/ Camilo Jose Cela 3, Marbella. It was generally considered to be one of the best lunch events this year.  Many thanks to Violette, Joan and Angret in working on its success.
Remember: The December, Special Christmas time, BAM monthly lunch will be held on Thursday, December, 12th at the L'Angolino Restaurant, Avenida Ricardo Soriano 29/31, Marbella, 29601.



The Special Christmas time menu will provide a choice of lamb and fish dishes. Please contact Violette, 952828988 or Joan, 952835947, at the latest by Monday morning to book your place and advise them of your lamb or fish preference. The restaurant is very cosy with a limited seating of 24 places. Your place will only be guaranteed once full payment, €25, has been made. The cost for the 3 course lunch includes the tip and wine on the tables. The lunch, as usual, will commence at 1.30pm for 2.00pm.

The BAM monthly lunches for the first quarter of 2014 are to take place at the following restaurants;

               Thursday, January 30th                 San Cristobel
               Thursday, February 27th               Jaipur
               Thursday, March 27th                   El Capitan

At the recent BAM committee meeting it was decided that early in 2014 another venue will be trialled for our Wednesday coffee morning sessions. Two locations are currently being investigated and a final decision will be soon made and forwarded accordingly.

A BAM shopping/lunch trip, late Feb/early March, to the Aspandem Garden Centre is to be arranged. Please contact Fran, 952927807, if you are likely to attend and if you would require transport or could offer seats in your own vehicles to other BAM members.                                  


THE BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF MARBELLA – BAM

NEWSLETTER MID NOVEMBER 2013


The December, Special Christmas time, BAM monthly lunch will be held on Thursday, December, 12th at the L'Angolino Restaurant, Avenida Ricardo Soriano 29, Marbella, 29601.


The Special Christmas time menu will provide a choice of meat and fish dishes. The meat dish will definitely be lamb and the fish offering will definitely be made from local fresh items.   The actual menu will be issued later and all confirmed diners will be asked to select their choices a few days prior to the event.
Please contact Violette, 952828988 or Joan, 952835947, at the earliest opportunity to tentatively book your place. The restaurant is very cosy with a limited seating of 24 places. Your place will only be guaranteed once full payment, €25, has been made. The cost for the 3 course lunch includes the tip and wine on the tables. Places confirmed will be on a first to pay basis. Payments will commence to be taken next Wednesday at the coffee morning session. The lunch, as usual, will commence at 1.30pm for 2.00pm. 
Reminder:    The November BAM monthly lunch will be held on Thursday, November, 28th at the Puerto Azul restaurant, C/ Camilo Jose Cela 3, Marbella. Please contact Violette, 952828988 or Joan, 952835947, at the latest by Monday, November, 25th, if you want to book your place for the lunch. The cost for the lunch, which includes the tip and one drink, will be €11. Note; those who do not pre-book are not guaranteed a place.  The lunch, as usual, will commence at 1.30pm for 2.00pm.


THE BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF MARBELLA – BAM

NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER 2013

The October BAM monthly lunch was held on Thursday, 31st October at the bodega El Duende. Many thanks go to Joan for handling and arranging another great event for 22 members and to Angret for collecting the money.
The November BAM monthly lunch will be held on Thursday, November, 28th at the Puerto Azul restaurant, C/ Camilo Jose Cela 3, Marbella. Please contact Violette, 952828988 or Joan, 952835947, at the latest by Monday, November, 25th, if you want to book your place for the lunch. The cost for the lunch, which includes the tip and one drink, will be €11. Note; those who do not pre-book are not guaranteed a place.  The lunch, as usual, will commence at 1.30pm for 2.00pm.
As from now on, the coffee morning commencing at 11:00 on Wednesdays will revert back to the Marbella Pensionista in Calle de Juan Ramón Jiménez, Marbella. However, with the high noise level at this venue the committee is seeking another suitable location. Last week, the Pensionista was holding their own event and with the 15 BAM members it became difficult to communicate with one another.

Suggestions have been proposed but as yet a special Christmas event has not yet been agreed by the committee.

Only 2 members have shown interest in a trip to Antequera so no specific BAM event is to be arranged.

Any other ideas or direct help for outings or events would be welcomed at any time.

Many thanks are given to Eva, who has created and constantly updates a new website and Facebook entry for BAM. Any ideas for additional content would be appreciated.
And on Facebook:       



THE BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF MARBELLA – BAM

NEWSLETTER OCTOBER 2013

The September BAM monthly lunch was held on Thursday, September, 26th at the San Cristobel restaurant. Many thanks go to Joan for handling and arranging another great event for 26 members and to Fran for collecting the money. See attached photographs.
The October BAM monthly lunch is to be held on Thursday, 31st October at the bodega El Duende. Please contact Joan, 952835947, at the latest by Monday, October, 28th, if you want to attend the lunch. The cost for the lunch, which includes the tip and one drink, will be €11. Note; those who do not pre-book are not guaranteed a place.  The lunch, as usual, will commence at 1.30pm for 2.00pm.
As from now on, the coffee morning commencing at 11:00 on Wednesdays will revert back to the Marbella Pensionista in Calle de Juan Ramón Jiménez, Marbella.

The 2013 BAM AGM was held in Violette and Tim’s house on 9th October. Many sincere thanks to Violette and Tim for their generous hospitality in making us welcome in their home for the AGM.
All BAM committee members resigned at the AGM. The new officers elected are:
Jan Jennings                            President
Frances Newman                    Vice President
Angret Moeller                       Treasurer
Joan Jennings                          Secretary
Violette Coakley                      Spokesperson
Norma Tait                              Spokesperson
Mary McKechnie                    Spokesperson
Yutta Bayer                             Entertainment Officer
No formal arrangement was planned for lunch after the AGM; however 9 members went on to enjoyed ‘tapas’ at the nearby Patio de Mariscal Restaurante.

Reminder, the committee is planning a special Christmas event and would like your comments and suggestions on venue, etc. Please speak to Violette, 952828988, or Joan, 952835947.

Reminder, it has been suggested that we organise a trip to Antequera. At this time Joan has still not received any responses from members. Any other ideas for outings or events would be welcomed at any time.

Many thanks are given to Eva, who has created and constantly updates a new website and Facebook entry for BAM. Any ideas for additional content would be appreciated.
And on Facebook:       

THE BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF MARBELLA – BAM

NEWSLETTER AUGUST 2013

The August BAM monthly lunch was held on Thursday, August, 29th at Restaurante Gran Shanghai. Many thanks go to Violette and Joan for handling and arranging another great event. See attached photographs.
The September BAM monthly lunch is to be held on Thursday, September, 26th at the San Cristobel. Please contact Violette, 952828988, or Joan, 952835947, at the latest by Monday, September, 23rd, if you want to attend the lunch. The cost for the lunch, which includes the tip and one drink, will be €13. Note; those who do not pre-book are not guaranteed a place.  The lunch, as usual, will commence at 1.30pm for 2.00pm.
The end of October BAM lunch will be at the El Duende bodega on 31st October. More information is o follow.
The committee is planning a special Christmas event and would like your comments and suggestions on venue, etc. Please speak to Violette, 952828988, or Joan, 952835947.
The coffee morning on Wednesdays during September up to the date of the AGM will remain to be held at the café of the Marbella Inn Hotel, also in Calle de Juan Ramón Jiménez, Marbella. Just up the same road as the Marbella Pensionista.

It has been suggested that we organise a trip to Antequera. At this time Joan has not received any responses from members.

The AGM will be held in Violette and Tim’s house on 9th October Please advise Violette if you are to attend, 952828988, and arrive at 12.15 pm for a prompt 12.30 start. No formal arrangement is planned for lunch, however several members are to use a tapas bar nearby. We are advised that €5 will get a drink and 3 tapas. The tapas bar would give members flexibility regarding how much they wanted to eat.

During the AGM committee members are elected for the next year. All current committee members are prepared to stand again. Any other nominations must be received by Joan, 952835947, by September 26th.  The BAM annual subscription fee remains at €12. This must be paid either before or at the commencement of the AGM. Please ensure Angret has your fee. Only paid-up 2013-14 members are eligible to cast votes for committee members.

Many thanks are given to Eva, who has created and constantly updates a new website and Facebook entry for BAM. Any ideas for additional content would be appreciated.
And on Facebook:       
 http://www.facebook.com/pages/British-Association-of-Marbella/132505103576725


THE BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF MARBELLA – BAM

NEWSLETTER AUGUST 2013

The July BAM monthly lunch was held on July, 25th at Restaurante El Capitan. Many thanks go to Joan, Angret and Violette for handling and arranging another great event. See photographs attached.




The August BAM monthly lunch is to be held on Thursday, August, 29th at Restaurante Gran Shanghai, C/Gregorio Maranon, 8. Please contact Violette, 952828988, or Joan, 952835947, at the latest by Monday, August, 26th, if you want to attend the lunch. The cost for the nine course lunch, which includes the tip but not a drink, will be €13. Note; those who do not pre-book are not guaranteed a place.  The lunch, as usual, will commence at 1.30pm for 2.00pm,

Due to the closure of the Marbella Pensionista, the coffee morning on Wednesdays during August will be held at the café of the Marbella Inn Hotel, also in Calle de Juan Ramón Jiménez, Marbella. Just up the same road as the Marbella Pensionista.

The proposed trip to the Aspandem Garden Centre in Urbanizacion Nueva Andalucía, has been postponed until the Spring to suit the planting season, etc.

It has been suggested that we organise a trip to Antequera. At this time we are asking for those who may be interested to contact Joan, 952835947, so we can judge the feasibility of such an event.

The AGM will be held in Violette and Tim’s house on 2nd October. As we need an affordable and central location for the lunch following the AGM it was suggested that either the Central café in Orange Square or a tapas bar nearby could be used. The tapas bar would give members flexibility regarding how much they wanted to eat. Violette is to look into prices for us. More detail to follow.

During the AGM committee members are elected for the next year. All current committee members are prepared to stand again. Any other nominations must be received by Joan, 952835947, by September 26th.


Many thanks are given to Eva, who has created and constantly updates a new website and Facebook entry for BAM. Any ideas for additional content would be appreciated.
And on Facebook:       


 http://www.facebook.com/pages/British-Association-of-Marbella/132505103576725

THE BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF MARBELLA – BAM

NEWSLETTER JULY 2013

Joan and I would like to thank all members who have shown great concern over the health of our son Mark. The good news is that the Stroke has left very little signs of physical damage and that his Achilles tendon fracture has now been confirmed as well on its way to be fully functional, subject to regular physiotherapy.
The June BAM monthly lunch was held on June, 27th at Bodega El Duende. During the event we were able to celebrate the marriage of our members Jan Roast and Malcolm Honey. Many thanks go to Violette, Fran and Angret for handling and arranging another great event and for the help given in ensuring that both the April and May BAM lunches were enjoyed.
The July BAM monthly lunch is to be held on July, 25th at Restaurante El Capitan. Please contact Joan, 952835947, or Violette, 952828988, at the latest by Monday July, 22nd, if you want to attend the lunch. The cost for the three course lunch, which includes the tip but not a drink, will be €11. Note; those who do not pre-book are not guaranteed a place.  Attached is a copy of the menu, being offered for the BAM lunch, which will commence at 1.30pm for 2.00pm, as usual. You may make your choices from the menu on the day.

Reminder, until further notice the coffee morning on Wednesdays will be at the café within the Marbella Pensionista, 11 Calle de Juan Ramón Jiménez, Marbella. Although we have been made very welcome, we are still looking for a quieter place for the coffee morning preferably outside during this beautiful weather.

Reminder:       It has been brought to my attention that Aspandem runs a Garden Centre in Urbanizacion Nueva  Andalucía, close to the Iglesa La Campana, to raise funds and also has a Charity shop at 22 Calle Marques de Estella, opposite the municipal Police Station. See Fran for further information and specific location details.

Many thanks are given to Eva, who has created and constantly updates a new website and Facebook entry for BAM. Any ideas for additional content would be appreciated.
And on Facebook:       







THE BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF MARBELLA – BAM

NEWSLETTER APRIL 2013


The March BAM monthly lunch was held March, 28th at Mare Nostrum, Chinese restaurant. During the event, BAM presented our guests from Aspandem with their Charity donation, a cheque of €400. Many thanks go to Violette, Fran and Joan for handling and arranging another great event.
The April BAM monthly lunch is to be held on April, 25th at Hotel San Cristobel. Please contact Joan, 952835947, at the latest by Monday April, 22nd, if you want to attend the lunch. The cost for the three course lunch, which includes the tip and a drink, will be €13. Note; those who do not pre-book are not guaranteed a place.

We have prepared a trip to see an Alfred Hitchcock thriller, Dial ‘M’ for Murder, at the Salon Varietes Theatre in Fuengirola at 19:00 Sunday, 14th April, with transport from the centre of Marbella. There are still some seats available on the arranged transport from the centre of Marbella. Anyone likely to want to join us must, as soon as possible, let Yutta know, 952831289.

On Wednesday 20th March we arranged a visit to the Buddhist Stupa in Benalmádena with a guided tour of the main hall and exhibition. Although only a few members came we all had a very enjoyable lunch and sightseeing time in Benalmadena Pueblo.
Reminder, until further notice the coffee morning on Wednesdays will be at the café within the Marbella Pensionista, 11 Calle de Juan Ramón Jiménez, Marbella. Although we have been made very welcome, we are still looking for a quieter place for the coffee morning.

Many thanks to Eva who has created and constantly updates a new website and Facebook entry for BAM. Any ideas for additional content would be appreciated.
and on Facebook:       

It has been brought to my attention that Aspandem runs a Garden Centre in Urbanizacion Nueva  Andalucia, close to the Iglesa La Campana, to raise funds and also has a Charity shop at 22 Calle Marques de Estella, opposite the municipal Police Station. See Fran for further information and specific location details.

Reminder, some 2012 BAM members have not yet paid their 2013 subscriptions. If you are one of these, please pay your 12€ to Angret. 

                                    Jan 07.04.13




THE BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF MARBELLA – BAM

NEWSLETTER MARCH 2013

The February BAM monthly lunch was held on February, 28th at El Capitan.
Many thanks go to Violette, Fran and Mary for handling and arranging another great event.
The March BAM monthly lunch is to be held on March, 28th at Mare Nostrum, Chinese restaurant. During the event, BAM will be presenting our guests from Aspandem with their Charity donation, a cheque of €400. Please contact Joan, 952835947, at the latest by Monday March, 25th, if you want to attend the lunch. The cost for the 10 portion lunch, which includes the tip, but does not include a drink, will be €14.

We are preparing to arrange a trip to see an Alfred Hitchcock thriller, Dial ‘M’ for Murder, at the Salon Varietes Theatre in Fuengirola at 19:00 Sunday, 14th April, with transport from the centre of Marbella. Anyone likely to want to join us must let Yutta know, 952831289, by 1st April so tickets can be booked and transport organised. If a special minibus is used the return fare will be €10.

On Wednesday 20th March we are arranging a visit to the Butterfly Park with an entrance fee of €9.50and the Buddhist Stupa in Benalmádena with an entrance fee of €2 for the exhibition. We are to arrange transport to and from the centre of Marbella. The coach is to leave Marbella at 10:30 and Benalmadena at 16:30. The likely return coach fare will be €15. Details of lunch facilities, times and total costs will be issued later. Please would you let Joan, 952835947; know ASAP if you are coming.  The coach can carry up to 16 passengers.

Reminder, until further notice the coffee morning on Wednesdays will be at the café within the Marbella Pensionista, 11 Calle de Juan Ramón Jiménez, Marbella.

Many thanks to Eva who has created and constantly updates a new site and Facebook entry for BAM.
and on Facebook:       




THE BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF MARBELLA – BAM

NEWSLETTER  FEBRUARY 2013

The January BAM monthly lunch was held on January, 31st at Bodega El Duende. During the event BAM presented our 2 guests from Triple A with our Charity donation, a cheque of €400.
Unfortunately, six people cancelled on the day of the lunch. Obviously, if illness is involved it cannot be helped. Deals obtained at restaurants normally require an agreed minimum number, hence accurate numbers are desired. However; many thanks go to Violette, Fran and Mary for handling and arranging another great event. Also thanks go to Joe for the PR work thereafter.
The February BAM monthly lunch is to be held on February, 28th at El Capitan. During the event, BAM will be presenting our guests from Aspandem with their Charity donation, a cheque of €400. Please contact Violette, at the latest by Monday February, 25th, if you want to attend the lunch. The cost for the 3 course lunch, which includes the tip, but does not include a drink, will be €11.00.
It is most likely that the March BAM monthly lunch which is to be very held close to Easter will be at a Chinese restaurant so as to avoid Spanish celebrations, etc. Details are yet to be specified.

We are preparing to arrange a trip to see an Alfred Hitchcock thriller, Dial ‘M’ for Murder, at the Salon Varietes Theatre in Fuengirola at 19:00 Sunday, 14th April, with transport from the centre of Marbella. Anyone likely to want to join us must let Yutta know, by 1st April so tickets can be booked and transport organised.
Another trip is being considered to include a visit to the Butterfly Park and the Buddhist Stupa in Benalmádena being planned for early/mid April, with an entrance fee of €9.50. We hope to arrange transport to and from the centre of Marbella. Details of times and total costs will be issued later. Please would you let Joan, know, ASAP, if you might be interested, so far only 5 members have shown interest.

Reminder, until further notice the coffee morning on Wednesdays will be at the café within the Marbella Pensionista, 11 Calle de Juan Ramón Jiménez, Marbella.

El Corte Ingles has offered to give BAM a presentation about their free What’s Hot card which would give non-Spanish members discount on various items in their store and associated organisations. BAM committee members declined the offer, however if anyone is interested please contact Jan. Also see separate email on this offer.

Unfortunately, we have lost our previous website, but many thanks to Eva who has created a new site and Facebook for BAM. See, website:        http://britishmarbella.wordpress.com/
and on Facebook:       






THE BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF MARBELLA – BAM
NEWSLETTER JANUARY 2013
English: Puerto Banús, Marbella, Spain
The BAM Committee wish all our members a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.
The special 2012 Christmas lunch was held on Wednesday 19th December at the Bistrot Casanis, located in the old part of town. We were also joined by several American Club Committee guests and I think we had at least 25 happy eaters!
Many thanks go to Violette for arranging another great event.
The next BAM monthly lunch will be on January, 31st at El Duende. The total cost of the meal, inclusive of starter, main course, desert or coffee and a drink together with a tip for the staff will be €10. When booking your place please state you choices: for starter salad or soup and for main either meat or fish. Please let Violette, know whether you are to attend the lunch, ASAP, definitely before Monday 28th Jan.
At this lunch our Charity donation, a cheque of €400, will be presented to representatives of Triple A. Fully paid-up BAM members may bring one guest.
19 paid-up people went on the BAM arranged Gibraltar trip on Wednesday 12th Dec. I think they bought all the stock that Morrison’s had available!!!
David Dawson’s funeral was held on Friday 21st December, BAM was represented by 3 Committee members.
With all these activities happening in the next month or so now is an idea time to renew your BAM membership 2012-13 BAM. The annual fee is €12. Please see Angret.
Reminder, until further notice the coffee morning on Wednesdays will be at the café within the Marbella Pensionista, 11 Calle de Juan Ramón Jiménez, Marbella.
On 28th February at our BAM monthly lunch our second charity cheque of €400 will be presented to Aspandem.
Currently, we have no firm venues or trips for 2013; however we are preparing to arrange trips to the theatre in Fuengirola and another to include a visit to the Butterfly Park and the Buddhist Stupa in Benalmádena. We hope to arrange transport to and from the centre of Marbella. Details of times and costs will be issued later. Please would you let Joan, know, asap, if you might be interested, so we can price such events
Unfortunately, we have lost our previous website, but many thanks to Eva who has created a new site and facebook for BAM. Please see, website: http://britishmarbella.wordpress.com/
and on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/British-Association-of-Marbella/132505103576725

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