NEWSLETTER August 2014

THE BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF MARBELLA – BAM

NEWSLETTER August 2014

The BAM committee wishes to send its best regards to Jean, Ulla and Antoinette who are currently not 100% fit and trust that they soon feel more like their usual selves.

The July, BAM monthly lunch was held at the Angolino’s restaurant on 31st July. Many thanks go to Norma, Mary and Violette for organising an excellent event with a delightful menu.

The next BAM monthly lunch, again to be arranged by Norma and Mary, will be at the Andana restaurant, previously called El Duende, on 28th August. It will include the Menu Del Dia, which will have meat and fish choices, the first drink and the tip for an inclusive price of €10. The lunch, as usual, will commence with arrival at 1.30pm for lunch at 2.00pm.Please pre-book to assure a guaranteed place.

The BAM AGM will take place at the San Cristobal Hotel on Wednesday, 17th September at 12:00. All current BAM committee members will resign from their positions, although it is believed all are prepared, if nominated. to stand for another term. Any BAM member is eligible for election to the committee provided a nomination is received by the BAM Secretary, Joan, 952835947 by the 3rd of September. Election of the new committee will take place during the AGM.

A lunch will be held at the San Cristobal restaurant immediately after the AGM.

Further BAM monthly lunches are being planned for 2014;

The September lunch is likely to be incorporated with the Malaga trip being planned for that month. No details are available at this time.

The October lunch is likely to be incorporated with a visit to ASPANDEM

The Committee are considering arranging a trip to Malaga, to include the English Cemetery, Car Museum, Glass Museum and a visit to the new port area, possibly in late September. Contact Joan, 952835947, if you have specific places you would like to visit and want to attend. Details have yet to be finalised.

Remember, the comprehensive programme of forthcoming events at the Starlite Festival in Nagueles which runs from 25th July to 25th August. Tickets can be bought from Snap in La Canada and El Corte Ingles.

Many thanks are given to Eva, who is currently developing a special BAM leaflet and has created and constantly updates a website and Facebook entry for BAM. See, http://britishmarbella.blogspot.com.es/ http://www.facebook.com/pages/British-Association-of-Marbella/132505103576725

NEWSLETTER MID JULY 2014

THE BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF MARBELLA – BAM

NEWSLETTER MID JULY 2014

Update on further BAM Monthly lunches:

Many thanks go to Mary and Norma for agreeing to organise the July and August BAM Monthly lunches.

Please contact Mary or Norma at next Wednesday’s coffee morning; or call Mary, or Norma, if you wish to attend either or both events.

The menu at Angolino’s restaurant on 31st July will contain meat and fish dishes with both home-made starter and deserts. The price of the meal to include the first drink and tip is €16. The lunch, as usual, will commence with arrival at 1.30pm for lunch at 2.00pm.The location has limited seating, so pre-book quickly to assure a guaranteed place.

The meal package at the previously called El Duende restaurant on 28th August will include the Menu Del Dia, which will have meat and fish choices, the first drink and the tip for an inclusive price of €10. The lunch, as usual, will commence with arrival at 1.30pm for lunch at 2.00pm.The location has somewhat limited seating, so pre-book to assure a guaranteed place.

2014: BAM trip to Antequera and Torcal

2014: BAM trip to Antequera and Torcal - 26/04/2014

More photographs

BAM NEWSLETTER JUNE 2014

The following press release was issued on the 25th May: The British Association of Marbella (BAM) held its May Monthly Lunch with a donation to a local beneficiary. Over 20 members enjoyed a delicious lunch at the Puerto Azul Restaurant, Marbella.

During the event, a donation from BAM was presented by Jan Jennings, President, to Maria Jose Morales, President of ASPENDAM.

The contribution is to be used, within ASPANDEM, to assist in the care and well-being of disabled children in the Marbella vicinity.

Unfortunately, both SUR in English and EWN did not give us any press; possibly due to the importance given to the abdication of the King!!! However, many folk were taking pictures and ASPANDEM did manage to get text and a picture published. I will forward their email on the subject together with their letter of thanks.

The next BAM monthly lunch will be at the Mare Nostrum on 26th June. The menu will contain meat and fish dishes. Please contact ASAP Violette, 952828988, at the latest by Monday morning, 23rd June, to book your place. The cost for the lunch, which includes the tip will be €14. Note; those who do not pre-book are not guaranteed a place. The lunch, as usual, will commence with arrival at 1.30pm for lunch at 2.00pm.


The BAM monthly lunches currently planned for 2014 are to take place at the following restaurants;

Thursday, July 31st  -  Angolino

Thursday, August 28th - El Duende

IES Victoria Kent School, the recipients of our donation, has confirmed that books have been purchased and our BAM labels have been stuck inside them to inform users of our donation. Remember, the school has requested BAM members to, later this year; assist at the school with students in conversational exercises. Potential helpers should contact Joan, 952835947. We have 4 names, but need others!

The theatre trip to Fuengirola by several members to see On Golden Pond was a great success. Thanks go to Yutta for organising the tickets.

Yutta has details of the comprehensive programme of forthcoming events at the Starlite Festival in Nagueles which runs from 25th July to 25th August. Tickets can be bought from Snap in La Canada and El Corte Ingles.


The Committee are considering arranging a trip to Malaga, to include the English Cemetery, Car Museum, Glass Museum and a visit to the new port area, possibly in September. Contact Joan, 952835947, if you want to attend.


Many thanks are given to Eva, who has created and constantly updates a website and Facebook entry for BAM. See, http://britishmarbella.blogspot.com.es/ http://www.facebook.com/pages/British-Association-of-Marbella/132505103576725

THE BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF MARBELLA – BAM NEWSLETTER MAY 2014

The April, BAM monthly lunch was held at the Sol y Europe Restaurant on 24th April. Many thanks go to Joan for organising an excellent event.

The next BAM monthly lunch will be at the Puerto Azul on 29th May. The menu will contain meat and fish dishes. Please contact ASAP Violette, 952828988, at the latest by Monday morning, 26th May, to book your place. The cost for the lunch, which includes the tip and one drink, will be €12. Note; those who do not pre-book are not guaranteed a place. The lunch, as usual, will commence with arrival at 1.30pm for lunch at 2.00pm.

The BAM monthly lunches currently planned for 2014 are to take place at the following restaurants;

Thursday, June 26h Mare Nostrum

Thursday, July 31st Angolino

The BAM Charity contribution to IES Victoria Kent School, to augment the supply of English language books, was presented after a special afternoon tea event on Thursday 10th April at the home of Violette. Many thanks go to Violette for her generous hospitality.

Remember the school has requested BAM members to, later this year; assist at the school with students in conversational exercises. Potential helpers should contact Joan, 952835947. We have 4 names, but need others!

On Saturday 26th April we arranged a day trip to Antequera and El Torcal. This proved to be an excellent excursion for all attendees. Many photographs were taken; some are attached. For viewing all please see our web site.

The Committee are considering arranging a trip to Malaga, possibly in September, and would welcome suggestions as to places to visit. Contact Joan, 952835947, with your ideas.

BAM Charity contribution is to be given to Aspandem during a future BAM monthly lunch. The exact date has not yet been arranged.

Several BAM members went to see Fawlty Towers on Sunday 27th April. Again, an enjoyable evening. Thanks go to Yutta for organising the tickets. Seewww.salonvarietestheatre.com for the latest information or contact Yutta, 952831289.

Many thanks are given to Eva, who has created and constantly updates a website and Facebook entry for BAM. See, http://britishmarbella.blogspot.com.es/http://www.facebook.com/pages/British-Association-of-Marbella/132505103576725

NEWSLETTER APRIL 2014

THE BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF MARBELLA – BAM

NEWSLETTER APRIL 2014



The February, BAM monthly lunch was held at the El Capitan Restaurant on 27th March. Many thanks go to Joan for an excellent event.

The next BAM monthly lunch will be at the El Duende bodega on 27th March. The menu will contain meat and fish dishes. Please contact ASAP Joan, 952835947, at the latest by Monday morning 21st April to book your place. 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 with arrival at 1.30pm for lunch at 2.00pm.

The BAM monthly lunches currently planned for 2014 are to take place at the following restaurants;

Thursday, April 24th El Duende

Thursday, May 29th Puerto Azul

Thursday, June 26h Mare Nostrum

Thursday, July 31st Angelino

The BAM Charity contribution to IES Victoria Kent School, to augment the supply of English language books, will be presented after a special afternoon tea event on Thursday 10th April at the home of Violette, 2 Calle Viento, Marbella at 4.00pm. Please contact Joan, 952835947, by Monday 7th at the very latest, if you are to attend, so we can plan for the correct numbers attending the event. We are expecting at least 3 teachers from the school. At this time BAM will present the cheque and have photographs taken that both organisations can use for additional publicity. Remember the school has requested BAM members to, later this year; assist at the school with students in conversational exercises. Potential helpers should contact Joan, 952835947. We have 4 names, but need others!

On Saturday 26th April we are arranging a day trip to Antequera and El Torcal. Transport from central Marbella, in a mini bus, will cost €25 per person. Lunch is not included; however there are many inexpensive places for food in Antequera. Please act quickly as numbers are extremely limited. Call Joan, 952835947 immediately to indicate if you want to go. The full transport payment, by the latest Wednesday 9th April, must be paid to secure your place. Places are still available! The minibus will depart from Calvario Church at 8.30am and arrive back at approximately 6.30pm

BAM Charity contribution is to be given to Aspandem during our BAM May monthly lunch at Puerto Azul Restaurant.

See www.salonvarietestheatre.com for the latest information or contact Yutta, 952831289.

Several members, about 9 I think, are going to see Fawlty Towers on Sunday 27th April. If you want to join us contact Yutta, 952831289 by Thursday 10th April.

Many thanks are given to Eva, who has created and constantly updates a website and Facebook entry for BAM. See, http://britishmarbella.blogspot.com.es/http://www.facebook.com/pages/British-Association-of-Marbella/132505103576725 Jan 02.04.2014

NEWSLETTER MARCH 2014

The February, BAM monthly lunch was held at the Jaipur Restaurant. Many thanks go to Violette, Joan and Angret for their help.

The next BAM monthly lunch will be at the EL Capitan Restaurant on 27th March. The menu will contain meat and fish dishes. Please contact ASAP Joan, 952835947, at the latest by Monday morning 24th March to book your place. The cost for the lunch which includes the tip but not a drink is €11.00. The lunch, as usual, will commence at 1.30pm for 2.00pm.

The BAM monthly lunches currently planned for 2014 are to take place at the following restaurants;

Thursday, March 27th El Capitan

Thursday, April 24th El Duende

Thursday, May 29th Puerto Azul

The BAM Wednesday coffee morning event will continue, until further notice, in the San Cristobal library/TV room at the usual start time of 11:00 am.

A BAM shopping/lunch trip, will take place on a Wednesday in April, to the Aspandem Garden Centre. 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.

On Saturday 26th April we are arranging a day trip to Antequera and El Torcal. Transport from central Marbella, in a mini bus, will cost €25 per person. Lunch is not included; however there are many inexpensive places for food in Antequera. Please act quickly as numbers are extremely limited. Call Violette, 952828988 or Joan, 952835947 immediately to indicate if you want to go. The full transport payment must be paid to secure your place.

Last weekend, Tim’s play, entitled ‘Zip me up Darling’, was performed at the Marbella Café Theatre Club. Many BAM members enjoyed the event.

BAM Charity contributions are to be given to Aspandem during our BAM May monthly lunch at Puerto Azul Restaurant. The contribution to IES Victoria Kent School, to augment the supply of English language books, will be presented after a Wednesday morning coffee event at the San Cristobal, possibly followed by lunch, at a date to suit the school. The school has requested BAM members to assist in conversational exercises with students. Potential helpers should contact Violette, 952828988 or Joan, 952835947.

See www.salonvarietestheatre.com for the latest information or contact Yutta, 952831289.

Many thanks are given to Eva, who has created and constantly updates a website and Facebook entry for BAM. See, http://britishmarbella.blogspot.com.es/ http://www.facebook.com/pages/British-Association-of-Marbella/132505103576725