Neighbourhood Watch

ORIHUELA COSTA NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH (VECINOS COLABORANDO)
(working with Ayuntamiento, Guardia Civil and Policia Local) Contacts Chris Poole, Tel/Fax 96 676 1379, Graham Jones Tel 96 532 7838. Please enter your urgent contact number on mobile address book in case of accident under I.C.E and E.C.E. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it / www.orihuelacostavc.com
CRIME WATCH ESPANA(Asociacion Vecinos Colaborando de la Costa Blanca)
Generalitat Valenciana Reg. 8261/2000 We are a voluntary, independent, legal, seeking no profit and non political Association, collaborating with the Police Force, to try to reduce crime and vandalism. Our Central Committee, voted every year by the residents, and experienced in community security system, advise and implement the scheme where you want it. You do not need to be a member to collaborate with us, but as a community citizen, you have a moral responsability towards your own area. As a responsible citizen, please, just Look and Report everything you believe must be reported. You can safe lives, you can make people happier and the Police will do a better job with your help. If you have a problem understanding or reporting to the Police please telephone Emergencies on 112 (French, English, German...). Local Police Tel. 092. Guardia Civil Tel. 062 Association's main contacts: Torrevieja Tel. 966 766 266 (Ted); 966 798 296 (Liz); Guardamar Tel. 966 727 578 (Debbie); Montesinos Tel 685 444 335 (Neil). Catral Tel. 965 992 838 or 628 942 089 (Jose). Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  or Google: http://vecinos-colaborando.tripod.com/

TORRE DE LA HORADADA NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH
Next meeting is on Tuesday 26th January, in the La Gamba restaurant Information ring Frank on 646 255 696 0r Trevor 606562347

CRIME WATCH ESPANA (VECINOS COLABORANDO)
SPANISH CLASSES: Organized by Vecinos Colaborando (Crime Watch Spain), conversational Spanish by a native Teacher. Advanced class from 10.00 to 11.00hrs. Beginners from 11.00 to 12.00hrs, and Absolute beginners from 12.00 to 13.00hrs., at Bar Patricia, Torretas III. Torrevieja. Tels: 965 992 838 or 628 942 089

Friendship & Interest

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Do you think you may have a drinking problem? There is a solution. Call our confidential helpline today and talk to us. We have meetings every day in Torrevieja and the surrounding area. Tel. 625 912 078

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
meeting every Wednesday at 13.00 at Centro Parroquial Ikomar, Avenida Los Villenas, Pilar de la Horadada, 625912078 for further information.

AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP
Affected by the stress of close association with a problem drinker? Al-Anon helps family/ friends of alcoholics by offering hope/friendship by sharing experiences & increasing knowledge and understanding of ourselves and the alcoholic. We offer a warm welcome to newcomers and those on holiday. Helpline number 692799318

LA MARINA & SAN FULGENCIO COMPUTER CLUB
Wednesdays 11am- 4-00pm classes on- basic use of word, excel, desktop publishing, Photography etc. absolute computer and internet beginners course, The club also has a good social side Phone Albert on 966797704 or Ron on 966790396 Website www.lamarinacomputerclub.com

RUMMIKUB
At the Bull & Bush Pub Aquas Nuevas Fridays 14:30 to 17:00. Come along and learn how to play. Enquiries to Jean 965 709 438

COSTA BLANCA BIKERS
Weekly Sat runs,Weekends away, Social Evenings, All welcome. Contact. Pete 644143678, Bob 600677583, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

GAY WOMENS SOCIAL GROUP
Meets once a month. Join in with other gay women in the area for nights out, beach days, walks, cycle rides, trips to other towns etc. All age groups, singles & couples welcome, contact Michelle on 672561556, N ext meeting 17th February at TJs, Los Altos del Limonar, Torreveja. Just off the Crevillente road. Visit www.gwsgtorrevieja.com , or find us on Facebook

THE PHOENIX CLUB
First Costa Blanca ex Servicemens Association meets monthly. Full social programme. For details of activities, membership and location call 966 764 230 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

ROYAL AIRFORCES ASSOC
C/Blanca Branch No1359. Chairman Neville Hancox 965724256. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  Mtgs 3rd Tues @ 1430 Las Comunicaciones Social Club

50+ SOLOS
ladies and gentelmen welcome. No subs or fees. Next get together is on 18 February 17.30-20.00 at Cavalier Bar/'Restaurant San Luis. Small supper (at a small charge) and Live music. Raffle for parcels for soldiers in Afghanistan. 27 February 1.30 for 2.0 pm at The Olive Grove (opposite Mercadona Toretta 2) Contact for further information or booking in please call 966786320

PHOENIX SOLOS CLUB
meet Mondays 11.00-13.00 at The International Marina Club, Torrevieja. Join us for Sunday lunches, 10-pin bowling and various social events. Anyone welcome but very popular with over 50's. Tel: Beryl 629 891 482 or Trevor 966 708 175

SOLE MATES
Friendly group of single people who enjoy socialising with like-minded people for meals out, dancing, music, walking, trips out and other events. If you would like to join us please come along to MAIN STREET, San Luis Lakeside (formerly THE DINING ROOM) Wednesdays at 3.30pm Enquiries to Jim 606744861 or Karyn 663399027

STRICTLY SOCIAL
The friendship and social club meet on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month from 3pm to 5pm upstairs at the New Asturias Pizzeria Restaurant on the N332 at Punta Prima. Join us for friendship, fun, entertainment, meals out and trips etc. Contact Margaret on 966 730 569 or 617 069 064

TORREVIEJA COMPUTER CLUB
Meet the second and fourth Wednesday each month at El Paraiso - 7.00pm until 8.30pm. From 13 January to 24 March Four week Beginners class starts on 24 February. Contact Anne on 96 678 6281 or visit: www.torreviejacomputerclub.com

TORREVIEJA DIGITAL CAMERA CLUB
meets at Casa Ventura, Urb San Luis, on first and third Tuesday of each month at 1800 hrs., next meeting 19th January at 6.00pm. Subject for print contest is " Night anything connected to Night", you must use an image taken between now and our next meeting. For further information contact John on 966798529 or by e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

TORREVIEJA FLOWER CLUB
Next meeting 17 February at Rocajuna Rest. Demo by Ian Clay. The title is "Ikebana". Demonstration starts at 2pm. Practice piece title: "Sticks and Stones" must be in place by 1.30pm. Day School on 18 February. Date for your diary. We are having a Beetle Drive on Thursday 18th February at 7.30pm for 8pm. The cost will be 6.50€. New members and visitors always welcome. Contact: Sandra 966707330/Cynthia 965703547

TORREVIEJA PHILATELIC SOCIETY
We meet every 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 3pm in the Los Arcos Restaurant, Avda Balearis, Torrevieja. Open to all nationalities and you can be a beginner or expert. Contact Harry Alderson on 966789019

TOTAL CRAFTS
Our friendly craft group meets every Thursday at PALS club, La Siesta from 2 - 5 pm. We have projects to suit the beginner, the experienced crafter and those with 2 left thumbs. Come along any Thursday, have a fun afternoon and make new friends. More information telephone Maureen 96 678 9977 or Sue 96 670 6268

MARITIME ASSOCIATION
The Costa Blanca Branch of the Maritime Association meets the first Monday of each month ( except July and August) from 12.00. to 2.30 p.m. in Hoggies Bar in Urbanisation San Luis in Torrevieja. Contact Mel Cook on 966716877 or e-mail Mel on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  For lovers of ships and the sea and those who enjoy maritime presentations, social events, and ship visits

Song & Dance

CANTABILE SINGERS
is a friendly, sociable, dedicated group of ladies who practise at Villa Augusto Residence, Guardamar, near Portico Mar Restaurant, opposite the big mast off the N332, on Fridays from 4.00 to 6.00 pm. email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or ring on 96679 6866 for information. Website www.cantabilesingers.es

GILBERT & SULLIVAN SOCIETY
Enjoy singing? Then you will be welcome to join this friendly and very social group. Rehearsals Tues & Fri 10 - 12:30 at Restaurante Casa Ventura, San Luis, Torrevieja. Info: C Willoughby 966785877 Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  www.gilbertandsullivansociety.eu

JUST BRASS
band, conducted by Gordon Higginbottom rehearses at the Casa de Cultura in San Miguel de Salinas, every Thursday , from 1600hrs.New players are welcome. Please contact John 966706959 mob 638234089 or Ian 966191734 mob 628267438

LA MARINA TAPPERS
Cabaret dance troupe need experienced tap dancers to join long established. Contact Yvonne 966 796 820 or Bill 966 760 032

ROJALES PANTOMIME GROUP
Need new members to join in the fun production of their next Pantomime, rehearsals are 2 to 4pm Wed, & Fridays at the cultural centre Quesada starting in Sept. and performed at Rojales Theatre the first week in Dec. Tel. Tina 96 679 7683

THE ACTORS STUDIO
We are an amateur drama group acting solely for the AFA Alzheimers Asociacion Torrevieja. We meet on a Monday evening between 6 and 8pm at the Alzheimers Day Centre Avda de ls Estacion 1 Torrevieja. New members acting and non acting welcome. Contact email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

THE PHOENIX CONCERT BAND
rehearses every Tuesday ay 1300hrs at Casa de Cultura in San Miguel de Salinas, near Torrevieja and welcome new players. Please contact Margaret on 966791145 or 690231100, or Gill on 966261979 or 668559579, or Di or 916 716 601 or 653 474 688, or visit www.TorreviejaInformation.com/phoenix

TORREVIEJA PIPES & DRUMS
welcomes all pipers and drummers. Learners especially welcome. We meet every Monday and Wednesday morning (with possibility of an evening) at Hoggies Bar, San Luis. Please contact Joan or Barry on 966712076

Fitness & Sport

INTERNATIONAL CYCLING GROUP
for cycling enthusiasts for club run adventures. We meet at Studs Bar Benimar, 10.00am Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday. We saunter along at about 27kms and for about 70/80 kms. We're a friendly bunch, out to enjoy the ride and the weather, racing's not permitted. Please call Roger 966716442 for any further information

7 A SIDE FOOTBALL
English football team, playing non-league football on astro turf in the local area. If you enjoy playing football and you're aged between 20- 40 just call Doug on 628 789 335

BADMINTON PILAR DE LA HORADADA
Non Profit. At Duques de Palma Sports Centre Mon-Thurs 10-1pm Info. John Mcgilvray Tel: 966786774 or e mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

COSTA BLANCA RUNNERS
Grp of expat runners meet several times a week for a run. Every Sunday am supermarket car park opposite ITV building Torrevieja. Info: John Mcgilvray tel: 966786774 E mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

WALKING GROUP
meets each Monday at Casa la Pedrera in preparation for the Charity Lake Challenge Walk. Each Friday on our away walks, we discover a new area of the Costa Blanca. Enjoy beautiful scenery and get fit at the same time call Jenni 660816620 or details on www.thingstodoinspain.info

Churches & charities

TORRE FOUNDATION FOR SPIRITUAL AWARENESS
Avenida Jaca 31, San Luis, Torrevieja. Weekly programme of events Sunday Divine Service at 11.00am, followed by Healing Sunday 14th February- Sammy Fitzsimmons Sunday 21st February - David Darnbrough Sunday 28th February - Anne Harrison Sunday 7th March - Pete Spillett Open Spiritual Development Circle with David Darnbrough www.torrespirit.com or ring the Secretary on 966 786 651 or 647 189 135

ANGLICAN CHAPLAINCY OF ST. PETER AND ST. PAUL, TORREVIEJA
Chaplain:- Revd. Christopher Scargill, 966925205 Hon. Assistant Clergy: Rev. G Talbot, 968956536. Canon T Sampson, 677237496 Rev. J Littlewood, 966763933All authorised for wedding blessings, baptisms and funerals – please phone 966925205.Church web-site:- www.c-of-e-torrevieja.com  Lago Jardin –every Saturday at 6pm. (closed August) Tel. Annette Beagrie, 966722100 Los Balcones – (and Sunday School) – every Sunday at 10.30am. (July/August at 11am with no Sunday School) Tel. Casandra Hopkins, 965720673 La Marina ¬- held in the RC Church at San Fulgencio,– every Sunday at 10.15am Tel. Rita Bryan, 966795535 La Siesta – 1st and 3rd Sunday of month at 11.15am. Tel. Karen Miller, 965070197 Campoverde - 1st and 3rd Sunday of month at 6pm. Tel. Jill Dorsett, 966762715 La Manga, St. Teresa’s - 2nd and 4th Sunday of month at 6pm. Tel. Derek King, 968546866

ROMAN CATHOLIC MASSES
Orihuela Costa Parish of the Risen Christ – Parroquia de Cristo Resucitado La Zenia: Monday to Friday 19.00 Sunday 11.00 Cabo Roig:Saturday 18.00 Campoamor: Saturday 19.00Sunday 13.00 Confession: Prior to each mass. Parish Office: Wednesday 17.30 Telephone: 966 733 093 Parish Priest: Don Joaquin Carlos Carlos

CHRIST IN YOU THE HOPE OF GLORY CHURCH
is a Bible based Evangelical Church and meets every Sunday at the Europa building, Campoverde at 10.30 am. English/Spanish translation and Worship. Regd 1456-SG For more information in either Spanish or English tel Pastor Revd Joseph Nkire 968 183 984 or 649 062 731. Home Groups in Pinar de Campoverde, El Mojon, San Cayetano, El Mirador, Punta Prima(Torrevieja area) www.christinyouministry.org

THE BAKER FOUNDATION FOR SPIRITUAL AWARENESS
16 Nicolas De Bussi Ave, Playa Flamenca. Turn off N332 at Mercadona/Ayuntamiento (6kms south of Torrevieja) Following the signs for Costa Flamenca, turn left into the wide road almost opposite Dragon Chinese Restaurant, The following mediums will appear, Sun 7 Feb Sylvia Lloyd, 14 Feb Barbara Almond, 21 Feb Gay Nash, 28 Feb Edith Baker. Clairvoyance Tuesday evenings 7.15pm. Healing Thursday mornings 10.30am - 12.00pm.Thursday evening Open Circle 7.15p.m phone/fax 966760665

PILAR CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY CHURCH
Service Sunday at 11am, and Thursday at 5pm for Prayer meeting at Calle Integración 7 (just off Avda de la Libertad up the Ramble on the Terrapilar side) Pilar de la Horadada. Home groups meet during the week. All welcome. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  or contact Pastor Eddie on 966769300 or 650509606

FULL GOSPEL BUSINESS MEN'S FELLOWSHIP INTERNATIONAL
We will be holding a breakfast meeting at the 'New Asturias' Restaurant at 10am on the 30th January. Our speaker is from Bulgaria. Men please come along and bring someone with you to listen to this testimony. Info: Stuart 968 575 417 or 664 673 863

QUESADA SPIRITUALIST AWARNESS SOCIETY
meet Mason´s Hall, c /Toledo, Quesada. Sunday 14th Divine Service with Lesley Pickering at 11.30am Tuesday 16th Divine Service with local mediums at 7.30pm Thurs 18th Open Development Circle at 7.30 for anybody who wants to know more. Sat 20th A workshop "Enhancing Your Attunement" 2-4pm Contact Wendy 626602904

TORREVIEJA AGLOW
For Christian women from all denominations. We meet on the 2nd Saturday of every month for times of praise, prayer and sharing. For more information contact Barbara Robinson on 965702871 or Marcia Brygider on 966760585

NEW ENGLISH SPEAKING BIBLE STUDY
Starts 24th February. Meetings every Wednesday at 19:30 at the New Asturias restaurant Punta Prima. Contact Brian 680 860 576

AGE CONCERN CBS
‘drop-in’ centre in C/Paganini, La Siesta each week day morning from 10.until 13.30 refreshments at just 75 cents meet friends. Books, puzzles, videos available. Individual help is available from a friendly volunteer or our fact sheets. Mobility and care equipment available to lend for a small donation. (Returnable deposit and ID is required).Monday p.m. there is a knitting and craft club Tuesdays there are prearranged Spanish lessons at all levels, Farmacia visits for blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetic tests,& prescription service. Afternoons a rummy club and every other week Reiki Healing Sessions Wednesdays Bingo, foot-care clinic, All Free to enrolled friends of Age Concern. Don’t forget our Information Centre on the third Friday of each month with the Consulate of Alicante and the Pensions, Benefits and Health Telephone or call to arrange a one to one appointment. Charity shops, on the main road in Montesinos, or at the rear of the bus station (corner of C/Patricio Zamit & Concordia) in Torrevieja.Tel: 966 78 6887

THE ASSOCIACION ESPAÑOLA CONTRA EL CANCER KNOWN AS THE AECC OR CONTRA CANCER
is a national charity. The local branch in Torrevieja is run by a mixed Spanish and British committee. The primary objective is screening for the early detection of breast, cervical and prostate cancer in women and men. To find out more and to register for an appointment call into the office on C/Calera 2 Torrevieja which is manned by English speaking volunteers on Wednesdays between 09:00 and 13:00. AECC provide care for cancer patients by their team of English and Spanish speaking volunteers who visit in the Torrevieja hospital each weekday. The Mobile Unit provides palliative care in patients own homes. Support and counselling is also provided for families. Charity Shop in the Torrevieja office premises. Contact us on 96 571 6679. Visit the AECC English-Language Website for further information about all aspects of AECC in the Torrevieja area: www.aecctorrevieja.org

THE HELP ASSOCIATION VEGA BAJA
helps people of all ages with all sorts of problems, ranging from lost passports to sudden deaths. We operate a 24hr emergency help line telephone 965704282 recorded message gives the telephone number of the volunteer on duty. We assist in practical ways particularly at times of crisis and when police or medical services are involved. Orthopaedic equipment, wheelchairs, crutches etc. can be hired at our San Miguel Office. We have a Diabetic Support Group, Friendship Centre, Hospital Visiting Teams and our Social Group ‘Friends Unlimited’ meets every Thursday. Our offices are located in Torrevieja at Rambla Juan Mateo Garcia 4, Tel: 965 704 282 and in San Miguel de Salinas at Calle Lope de Vega, Tel: 966 723 733. Open 10.00 and 13.30 Monday to Friday. New members and volunteers are always welcome. tel 966 723 733

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP - MABS
now have a drop in centre at the AECC office, at Calle Calera, Torrevieja. On the first and third Wednesday in the month. Time from 9.30am to 1pm. For more information please phone Jean on 965715709 or Jill on 965327702. Gran Alacant Branch is looking for volunteers to assist with supporting people who are ill with cancer and their families. We need people to drive cancer patients to the clinics or hospitals in Elche or Alicante for their treatments or appointments. In some cases to stay with them and then bring them home when their treatment is completed. We need translators or carers who will visit patients or help them in the hospital or stay with them on their visits. Ring Angie Knapman 616 415 239, Jan Wright 966 697 754. Equipment and wheelchairs available for a small donation.

MABS CANCER SUPPORT GROUP - MURCIA, MAR MENOR BRANCH
Make time to help others. Do you want to make a difference? Do you have spare time? We are looking for volunteers in the Murcia area to assist with supporting cancer patients and their families. We need drivers to take patients to and from hospital for their treatments and appointments. We are also looking for translators and carers who will visit patients or help them in hospital. Interested? If so phone 693 275 779 Visit our website www.mabsmurcia.com  or Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

HELP MURCIA MAR MENOR
Is a registered charitable organisation, funded by voluntary contributions and monies raised at registered social events. New members and volunteers needed from all nationalities. Monthly meetings and a luncheon held on the second Tuesday of the month. Fact and Information Sheets and Interpreters. We also have a hospital visiting team available to visit English speaking patients. Books and Talking Tapes are available for loan to patients. Mobility equipment including wheelchairs, electric scooters, walking aids and all types of bathroom assistance, practical assistance with transport, drivers, translation services, medical assistance equipment, home visiting and advice at times of bereavement. See local press for details or contact the office on Tel: 968 570 059

FREEMASONRY IN THE TORREVIEJA AREA
The Caledonia Lodge was consecrated in 1993 and meets in Ciudad Quesada on the 2nd Thursday of each month excluding the summer months. To any Freemason who would like to attend our meetings or non masons who would like to know more about Freemasonry, please contact David Hobden on 965 723 728 or Harry Palmer on 966 712 326