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Introduction K O T C CELEBRATING 15 YEARS Production and Design Job Hugenholtz job komedia es Sales and Enquiries Tel 34 640 694 173 lynne kidsonthecosta net Ventas e informaci n Espa ol lynne kidsonthecosta net For further information and to download our digital version www kidsonthecosta net Introduction Kids on the Costa is excited to be celebrating 15 Years of quality publishing supporting families living and visiting southern Spain nurseries and schools local businesses communities and charities and is proud to be a driving force in making a difference for families creating community projects Youth Focus Group Costa Families Snap Shots Project online Parents Forum and Social Media Network for Families in 2017 If you would like to partner with us on any of these projects or to find out more information please get in touch with Lynne at lynne kidsonthecosta net Editor and Publisher Lynne Duncan kidsonthecosta Each year we continue to expand and grow and are proud to have a strong association with Emma De Acedo of RTV Marbella Lifestyle working together creating initiatives and supporting families and family friendly businesses all along the Costa del Sol and Gibraltar Thank you Emma A huge thank you to the KOTC team all of our contributors and advertising partners who have supported us in this edition and over the last 15 years that has continued to keep us going We look forward to many more years of providing quality information creating innovative projects and being of help to so many If you would like to partner with us in future editions or with us now online please get in touch K O T C A special thank you to our founder Vickie Ambrose without whom none of this would have been possible KOTC Publications Made with Love 2017 2018 EDITION 3

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Welcome A warm welcome We re very excited to bring you our second bumper annual edition of Kids on the Costa Our publications are a real labour of love and endurance to bring you all that we can to inspire and help families Like the butterfly we have had to endure and face many challenges along the way to transform our publications but with much perseverance and passion we are getting there Oh yes Welcome We often wonder how many families today are going through incredible challenges that seem so overwhelming to them Today it would seem more and more We want to have a positive impact on this and help find a way a better way to enable families to cope with these challenges and we have discovered lots of helpful products people and services plus testimonies to share with you that can truly help So what do we have in store for you and your family in this edition Let s start with our passion and how we are inspiring kids on the costa It s something that is key to producing our publications and in this edition we re taking it to a whole new level as we launch our inspiringcostakids campaign with a very special writing competition from inspirational children s author Anna McKann that is going to really inspire your child to write creatively To help them we thought that a few special prizes would get them started see page 10 for details In this category too we bring you some wonderful books that are sure to delight any child as well as a few inspirational tips We ve packed our Educating Young Minds category to the brim and with family at the heart of The Ark Christian School our in depth look into a Growth Mindset exploring the best Spanish language schools tutors courses nurseries and schools it s clear to see why Is your church Messy Yes we wondered what that was too Well now we know and it s something we highly recommend every family go along to Find out why on page 27 4 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Butterfly Theme You will see throughout the publication that we have used butterfly metaphors to illustrate and inspire Why butterflies Like butterflies children and adults too face challenges and struggles that they must go through in order to transform their lives for the better and be able to live independently of their parents as they grow up Today however many children are not coping with life s challenges the reasons for this various but some challenges are vital for them to experience in order to learn and grow emotionally strong and secure and become like a butterfly that has worked so very hard on the inside that it is then reflected on the outside for all to see as a beautiful and confident young adult able to take flight and soar Let s teach and support our children to find better ways to cope with life s challenges Using metaphors illustrations stories and testimonies is a great way to explain and demonstrate

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As if one competition wasn t enough for all of our creative families Cooking with Languages has cooked up a really good one for you If your child loves to cook colour in and is learning Spanish or English then this is the perfect recipe for them to try and there are more fantastic prizes to be won See page 32 for details Bienvenidos Lots of activities to try and summer camps to go to starting on page 29 and for those special family times together to have fun there are lots of family fun outings and party ideas to get you in the mood on page 40 Will I say it Yes why not We have ANOTHER competition for you and this time it s from the Prison Island team dare you to try See more on page 45 Bienvenidos Bienvenidos a otra edici n anual en la que podemos ofrecerle informaci n en espa ol Por favor p ngase en contacto y h ganos saber si le gustar a ver m s de nuestra publicaci n producida en espa ol Nos encantar a recibir sus comentarios y por favor cont ctenos por correo electr nico con sus comentarios Gracias Lynne We explore teen passions and obsessions on page 47 and yes it really does explain a lot about our lovely teenage children actually not so sure we will ever understand but we can try What does faith mean to you We gain insight into what this means to children and adults living on the Costa del Sol Could this be a powerful motivator or comforter Find out on page 50 You may be surprised As is usual there is too much to say and too little space to say it and we have so many wonderful things people ideas places and more to share with you in this edition but that is enough now from me It s time now for you and your family to be inspired With love and blessings and let s not forget the hugs Lynne x 2017 2018 EDITION 5

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Page Index CONTENTS Welcome Introduction page 4 Inspiring Costa Kids A Few Inspiring Ideas Inspire Your Kids to Write Competition Books to Inspire and Learn page 7 Educating Young Minds page 13 Contents page 10 page 12 How to Develop a Growth Mindset for Your Child page 14 Family at the Heart of Education page 18 Spanish School for Foreigners page 20 Courses and Tutors page 22 Nurseries and Schools page 24 Empowering Parents page 53 The Kids Coach page 54 Parent Coaching for Your Teen page 56 Work Life Balance Planning to Succeed page 58 Making a Difference page 62 page 63 page 64 Activities and Camps page 26 page 27 page 30 page 32 Family Friendly Networks page 66 page 67 Messy Church on the Costa I T S Showcasing Their Talent Cooking with Languages Competition Health and Wellbeing page 34 Magical Muuti Land for Kids page 35 Protecci n SolarVital para Ni os page 36 Childline Andalucia Helpline Service Saving Leo the Lion New Parents Forum Family Snapshots Project Social Networks for Families Costa Women Network What s On Guide Parties Family Fun page 39 page 40 page 45 Family Friendly Services Family Fun Outings and Party Ideas Competition The Young Guide page 46 Teen Obsessions and Passions page 47 Faith and Life 6 page 8 page 49 What is Faith Your Testimonies Page 50 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E page 68 page 70 Regular Weekly Monthly Events page 71 Annual Events page 75 page 85 Great Saving Ideas for Families page 86 Quick Reference Index page 88 Partner With Us page 96 New Family Online Store page 97 Useful Information page 98

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Inspiring Costa Kids We get inspiration everyday from ordinary people who do extraordinary things and are encouraged by mentors in our life to do better for ourselves and others KOTC are proud to partner with so many inspirational people from all over the world that we have been inspired to launch our exciting inspiringcostakids campaign to help kids and parents in a variety of ways to challenge themselves physically mentally and spiritually Bucket Filling Activity for Families Nurseries and Schools Be creative and productive by creating a chart with three columns Inspiring Costa Kids looks like sounds like feels like Choose a theme For example what does a FAMILY or CLASSROOM look like sound like feel like Start to fill up your bucket with ideas The internet is full of inspirational themes to get you started Each day focus on one thing that can inspire yourself and others Set an example and lead the way with less TV more Reading less Gaming more Sports or Exercise less Time on You more Time on Others less Negativity more Positivity less I Can t Do It self talk more I Can Do Anything I Set My Mind To self talk less Getting By in Life more Making it Happen less Junk Food more Healthy Food less Social Media more Creative Writing see our creative writing competition on page 12 Inspired or Discouraged Did you know that you become like the people you choose to spend the most time with What kind of influences do the people you spend the most time with have on you and you on them Choose your friends wisely and start hanging out with leaders go getters motivators kind and caring people and those that inspire you to be and do better People that lift you up not bring you down You ll thank your future more confident self for it Don t forget our Creative Writing Competition on the next page Please encourage your kids to get involved and give creative writing a try it s fun great for their learning and self confidence and we have some fantastic prizes for them to win 8 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Is your kid or teen already inspiring others Please share your experiences with us and start a movement We ll post every story we receive to our blog and will choose some to be published in a future edition

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inspiringcostakids Costa Kids Writing Competition WIN Amazing prizes to be won including an iPad and Kindle Fire HD10 for 9 13 s Year Old Inspiring Costa Kids Children who are mentored motivated and inspired learn and grow in a happy and positive way At KOTC we are committed to inspiring a generation of happy and motivated kids and teenagers in different ways and are very excited to partner with children s author Anna McKann and RTV Marbella Lifestyle s Emma de Acedo to bring you this very special competition to inspire children all over the Costa del Sol and Gibraltar to write creatively Why a writing competition Well whilst looking for inspirational people to work with and advise we couldn t think of anyone better to start off our inspiringcostakids campaign than Anna McKann who is inspiring children with her fiction based on fact novels short story books and creative writing workshops in schools Anna s journey as a creative writer is truly incredible but her ability to captivate and inspire is a gift Having visited 200 schools including some in inner city London and having developed her own style of creative writing workshops Anna has been able to showcase her stories in a way that really speaks to kids Indeed with the world changing so rapidly and children s books acting as a barometer of the time in which they re written Anna s Chavos series depicts all the things that we are trying to get to grips with in society today and that are affecting our children Never have we been so concerned with global issues drugs crime poverty and promiscuous behaviour All of which the Chavos brand addresses in an educational and entertaining way for kids and teens to relate to One head teacher said As a fiction based on fact brand Anna McKann s Chavos challenges today s youth to look at deeper social issues world 10 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E wide It initiates discussion and constructive debate about the state of the world s varying economies and healthcare situations and creates easy avenues for parents and teachers to open debates on usually hard to approach topics enabling them to look at the ramifications and sometimes detrimental effects that are present The Silcoates School Foundation UK said This visit provided twofold benefits firstly the children gained a greater understanding of a global issue and secondly they were able to see first hand how the seed of an idea can turn into a full length story Anna s stories were initiated by many trips to Mexico City Her vision is to support street children worldwide and she has established a charity and dedicated all her profits from the Chavos series to charity work Anna will soon be bringing Chavos to life and in 2018 Chavos the Musical is expected to go on stage Now children have an opportunity to bring their own version of Chavos to life through their creative thinking and writing

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Inspiring Costa Kids Writing Competition For more information about the rules competition entry and to listen to Anna read out loud each paragraph intro please go to www annamckann com and follow the link to inspiringcostakids To help you get started choose from one of the following two short paragraphs and finish the story Each paragraph is loosely connected to the Chavos Novels but it s your story now so choose one which inspires you the most and let your creativity flow Between 500 and 800 words please It was nearly midnight damp and dreary The streets lay quiet and deserted The group of kids living in the sewers below the highway had become untouchable branded sewer rats by some they were a law unto themselves Suddenly a grating sound could be heard as a manhole cover slid sideways exposing a dark hole from which emerged a dirty face It was a young boy difficult to tell his age His name Hawk After checking the surroundings he shouted and within seconds a hoard of filthy kids all emerged following silently behind him What do you think happened next Inspiring Costa Kids Paragraph One Paragraph Two Marisol and a group of friends sat chatting at a table in the Gali Gali Cafe Bar Suddenly Marisol became distracted by a woman acting strangely on the small terrace overlooking the cafe garden The woman took a series of photographs with a hidden camera disguised as a pendant around her neck Marisol thought the woman looked familiar but couldn t recollect why The garlic bread and enchiladas arrived so Marisol turned away When she looked again the woman had gone What do you think happened next If you would like Anna 34 to 620 visit741 your school and proTel 361 vide creative writing workshops for students please contact anna mckann sharonhousepublishing com 2017 2018 EDITION 11

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Inspiring Costa Kids BY MARIANNE SAVTSCHENKO Books A child who reads will be an adult who thinks We fly to unknown kingdoms with our imagination visit other worlds and meet magical creatures When sharing these moments your children experience that you are there just for them and together you will enter the magical world of books to Inspire and Learn Un ni o que lee es un adulto que piensa Los momentos compartidos de lectura en familia son experiencias nicas y enriquecedoras Con nuestra imaginaci n volamos a reinos lejanos visitamos otros mundos y conocemos a criaturas m gicas Les transmitimos a nuestros hijos que en esos momentos estamos all solo para ellos para juntos introducirnos en el mundo m gico de los libros A TASTE OF THE MOON Inspiring Costa Kids Version en Espa ol A qu sabe la luna Author Michael Grejniec Price 115 00 English Precio 15 00 Espa ol LET S PLAY For a long time the animals had wanted to find out what the moon tasted like Was it sweet or salty They only wanted to taste a little piece At night they longingly gazed up at the sky They reached up and tried to catch it stretching their necks their legs and their arms This whimsical children s story captures children s fascination and highlights cooperation and collaboration between a group of animals in their quest to reach the moon Beautiful watercolor paintings punctuate this story that draws from classic fables and legends while shedding light on important values such as generosity solidarity and kindness Version en espa ol Jugamos Author Herv Tullet Price 11 95 English Precio 13 90 Espa ol A brilliant new interactive book Ideal for toddlers and preschool aged children this book stimulates imagination descriptive language and also can be used for hand eye coordination as the child follows the lines with their finger Lots of learning possibilities here colors actions shapes and magical words like za zazoom This will be an irresistible read for parents and the kid on their lap but also for groups who will delight in calling out what happens to the dots as they change line color and location It s only a yellow dot but what a dot it is A dot with attitude jaunty and sporting a sense of adventure There isn t a reader who ll be able to resist taking up its challenge Follow me demands our dot and we re off on the ride of colour motion shape and imagination 12 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Both books are available in English and Spanish from Aprendia in Estepona Tel 951 43 41 92 Ambos libros est n disponibles en ingl s y espa ol desde Aprendia en Estepona Tel 951 43 41 92

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Educating Young Minds How to Develop a by KJ Walton Growth Creating a life long learning culture in the home Educating Young Minds You may or may not have heard of Growth and Fixed Mindsets As a parent I would be surprised if you had not come across the terms They stem from widely published research into motivation by Professor Carol Dweck which has been adopted into a lot of Schools world wide as the findings are so compelling particularly in relation to children and their motivation to learn It is this that lies at the foundation of all schools if children WANT to learn this makes the process of educating much more straightforward and enjoyable for all concerned It also sets children up as life long learners which is crucial in the everchanging world in which we live today dset The two different Mindsets a person can hold and people As a teacher and new parent myself it seems to me that the are a mixture of each at different times are Growth and question is not Do I want children to grow up being nurtured Fixed Each stem from differing beliefs about the brain The and encouraged to develop these values but more How do Fixed approach is led by the idea that the brain is Fixed the I nurture and encourage them to develop them intelligence we are born with is the end of the story and Fixed Mindset Dweck s research has shown that it is all about the silent there is not a lot we can do to alter that intelligence The You avoid messages you send to children through how you react and Growth Mindset is led by the idea that our brains can grow Challenges You give up easily and develop as proven by our advancing understanding of respond to what they do and say With a few honed ways of You see effort as pointless and reacting neuroscience You ignore responding useful or negative feedback to children s activities we can help You hate criticism them to achieve a way of thinking that will help them grow in hate making mistakes the face of challenge rather than wither The research undertaken by Dweck and her StanfordYou team You feel threatened by the success of others has led to these features of behaviour to be an outcome of Achieve less than full potential each Mindset Deterministic view of the world it is how it is and cannot be changed Fixed Mindset Growth Mindset You avoid Challenges You believe intelligence can be developed leads to a desire to learn Challenges You give up easily You embrace challenges p easily You see effort as pointless You persist in the face of set backs ort as pointless You ignore useful or negative feedback Set backs don t discourage you useful or negative feedback You hate criticism You see set backs as an opportunity to learn not worried about looking good riticism You hate making mistakes You see effort as the path to mastery making mistakes You feel threatened by the success of others Learn from criticism reatened by the success of others Achieve less than full potential Learn from mistakes s than full potential Deterministic view of the world it is how it is and cannotFind be changed lessons and inspiration in the success of others stic view of the world it is how it is and cannot be changed Reach higher levels of achievement Greater sense of free will being able to achieve what you want indset Growth Mindset You believe intelligence can be developed leads to a desire to learn e intelligence can You be developed leads to a desire to learn embrace challenges ce challenges You persist in the face of set backs t in the face of set backs Set backs don t you KID S Odiscourage N THE CO S TA F A M I LY G U I D E don t 14 discourage You you see set backs as an opportunity to learn not worried about looking good t backs as an opportunity to learn not worried about looking good You see effort as the path to mastery 29

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Mindset Praise Dweck and her Stanford research team found that the kind of praise that a parent gives their babies and toddlers influences the child s motivation five years later Not only that but it effects their self belief and their future desire to take on challenges They found that children who had been given more process praise were more likely to prefer challenges than those who had been exposed to more intelligence based praise Instead of telling a child how clever and talented they are intelligence praise which is empty praise as it tells them nothing and is simply gives them the short term feel good factor you are better to focus your praise on the process effort and strategies they have used to do something much more focused on long term learning What is good about what they have done and how have they achieved that Process praise is more specific than generalised as is the case with intelligence praise It takes a little more time on the part of the adult to notice and spark up a little discussion about the child s endeavours which is probably in part why it is a less natural response in our fast moving lives of today It is however a subtlety than can make a big difference The child hears the message What you value in my achievements is effort and careful consideration of how I am honing my Tel rather 34 620 741 361 skills to get better than What you value from me is results you like it when I m brilliant and produce things Educating Young Minds Children who are given more process praise are more likely to prefer challenges than those who have been exposed to more intelligence based praise quickly and perfectly They are two very different responses each instigated by the way in which we have praised their endeavours They will also determine how the children will attack a task in the future Children like praise so will repeat the behaviours they think will get them that praise Openly value mistakes and failure If you consistently praise children s intelligence they will learn to protect that intelligence at all costs and fear mistakes and failure Therefore they will be unlikely to want to tackle challenges where these outcomes are likely What we should be encouraging is reflection of how to improve if things go wrong What have they learnt as a result and encourage them to try again This is what learning is It is not about the perfect end result it is about the journey not just the destination share your own mistakes with them and share how they helped you to learn In class we applaud mistakes and see why they were mistakes Mistakes are expected and not something to be feared Mistakes are cute little characters in my book A Muddle of Mistakes to make them fun Rewards Rewards that are extrinsic stickers sweets certificates etc often do not appreciate Growth Mindset values What we hope for eventually is that children are rewarded intrinsically for their actions and achievements that is that the act or 2017 2018 EDITION 15

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Educating Young Minds Inevitably we all have Fixed Mindset moments in life we are all human It is important that adults and children alike are honest when Fixed moments happen and talk about it Educating Young Minds achievement in itself is all the reward that is needed In giving extrinsic rewards we are sending out the message that it s only worth doing things to get something material in return This won t happen all the time as they grow up so what happens when there is no reward However children like reward and it is hard to take this element of societal norm away from them A compromise is therefore to reward when we see Growth Mindset behaviours displayed by them One Mum I know has a chart on which she records all the GM acts her children display and when they have clocked up 20 between them they do something nice they have chosen together as a family Daily Learning Discussions It is important to talk to children about their learning to show them that learning and the features outlined by the GM theory see table are important to you After all you are the role model Be explicit about your own learning and when Growth and Fixed moments have effected you Instead of greeting children from their return from school with How was your day instead ask them What did you learn today or What mistake did you make today that you learnt from and share one of your own Tune into your Fixed Mindset voice Inevitably we all have Fixed Mindset moments in life we are all human It is important that adults and children alike are honest when Fixed moments happen and talk about it Why is it Fixed and what can be done to change things to make them more Growth Hearing and being receptive to our Fixed Mindset voice when it occurs is crucial Perhaps you could name your Fixed voices so they are treated as little characters which you Tel 34 620 741 361 can refer to when they speak If you can t spot those Fixed moments how can you become more Growth As a family you could become Mindset spotters 16 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Being a Mindset focused parent carer is first about fully understanding the Mindset features yourself see table It s about considering what underlying message you are sending children in how you react and respond It s about being specific with children about what they have done that you like and it is about everybody in the home environment noticing their own learning behaviours and openly trying to alter them if they are not particularly helpful and a bit Fixed It s a way of talking and living that goes to create a life long learning culture in your home from which all can benefit KJ Walton is a Primary School teacher based in Cambridge UK and Mindset Author Illustrator Mindset Speaker Keep an eye out for Katie s new book The Mindset Guardian Companion a guide for parents and care givers on how to create a Growth Mindset environment www growthmindset org

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Educating Young Minds The Ark Christian School Putting Family at the Heart of Education The Ark Christian School was established 8 years ago when its leaders recognised that while the Spanish education system can work for some it does not necessarily suit every child and for those families alternative international schools may not meet their needs either Situated in Mijas Costa the Ark is the perfect place for families who are looking for a school with a village feel They put family at the heart of education and work in partnership with parents to recognise their child s strengths and weaknesses Teachers at The Ark are open and receptive to communication with parents either face to face or electronically through a program called Class Dojo Educating Young Minds All teachers are encouraged to empower the students to develop their areas of strength while assessing them to ascertain the best way to teach them in their weaker subjects They pay attention to the learning styles of their students and incorporate different teaching methods to ensure that each student can access the curriculum Testimonials Student At the Ark Christian School I feel happy It is fun and the teachers work really hard It has helped me with most of the things I know I have progressed so much in life because of the Ark Christian School Teacher Having worked atThe Ark Christian School for 4 years I feel secure happy and appreciated in my role as a primary teacher I have maintained wonderful relationships with my children colleagues and parents It has been a pleasure to be part of this team and to watch the school grow Parent We LOVE the Ark Our kids are thriving academically here They have just come alive in this kind fun stimulating environment One thing we appreciate so much is how the teachers want each student to succeed The teachers are so concerned about how to help each of my kids learn in a way that is best for them At the ARK school is not boring I appreciate the reasonable homework load the creativity they want from my kids and the way each kid is respected and cared for We are so happy with our experience at the ARK Adapting to a new school environment be it starting school moving country or changing education system can be hard for students Therefore to assist students in the transition they offer two trial days as well as having a dedicated pastoral care team This allows our families to feel comfortable with the changes they are making for their children The Ark is now a Cambridge International School and is able to offer A Levels in Year 12 More information can be found on their website or pop in for a friendly informative chat Tel 34 952 588 255 Web www thearkchristianschool org 18 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E

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Educating Young Minds Spanish school for foreigners Solingua is a Spanish school for foreigners who are able to learn Spanish at all levels in a creative and international atmosphere Located in the beautiful Puerto Marina Benalm dena Costa they are accredited by The Cervantes Institute Fedele and Espa ol en Andaluc a Students comment on how Solingua is a fresh dynamic and happy school which is different from others and their mission is to provide a linguistic and cultural experience for students of all ages whether they are living in Spain or visiting Testimonials Educating Young Minds I live in Benalmadena and have been studying Spanish at Solingua since September 2016 I like where it is located really enjoy my lessons as the teachers are friendly explain in a way I understand and let you learn at your own pace Keir aged 14 Benalmadena What I liked the most was the atmosphere in the school between teachers and students The school is very professional Pupils were well supervised It is certain that if I can I will return Annie Dupas student from Canada When I found out that Solingua was in Puerto Marina I was super happy as I rented a flat almost in front of it For me the location was perfect After class I m on the beach in 5 minutes The staff are super friendly and the teachers are very nice and helpful I ve been taking my classes for 6 months now and I can feel a lot of improvement The classes are dynamic and fun They switch the activities so the time flies quite quickly and you don t ever get bored They organize different activities I also learned here to paddle surf Aleksandra Kosmowska student from Poland Spanish Group Classes for young people adults or families are designed accordingly to the students needs and level Students will attend classes in Benalm dena and simultaneously participate in a programme which is full of different social and cultural activities and excursions Summer Camp Programme is designed for young people aged from 13 to 17 years who can benefit from being in contact with other students of different nationalities The programme consists of four Spanish lessons in the mornings and some social cultural and sports activities in the afternoons and evenings according to the ages of the students Benefits of Learning a Language K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Better job prospects Brain health Travel and leisure Improved first language Improved understanding of the world Experience new cultures Achievement Study Tips to Improve Your Learning SPANISH ACTIVITIES Word Search 20 Holiday Spanish Packages Underlining Make Your Own Study Notes Mind Mapping Flashcards For underlined go to Case Studies www goconqr com Quizzes it s fun and free to use Brainstorming Mnemonic Rules Organising Your Study Drawing

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Educating Young Minds COURSES and TUTORS Extra Tuition for Struggling and for Gifted Students Educating Young Minds Give your child the advantage of tutoring generally in all school subjects Experienced tutor Anne is university educated and has a passion for teaching and encouraging students to learn and develop themselves If you would like advice on benefits of extra tuition please give Anne a call 667 894 891 Benalm dena to Estepona Help in Spain Academia de Idiomas Academia de Idiomas Help in Spain Academia de Idiomas Help in Spain English and Spanish Courses English courses for all levels with experienced native teachers Small groups Cambridge Trinity IELTS exam preparation Adults infants primary ESO bachillerato Apoyo Conversation classes Spanish for Foreigners Specialist business courses Cursos de ingl s para todos los niveles Profesorado nativo Grupos reducidos Preparaci n para ex menes de Cambridge Trinity y IELTS Adultos infantil primaria ESO bachillerato Clases de apoyo Clases de conversaci n Espa ol para extranjeros Ingl s para empresas Web www academiahelpinspain com E mail info academiahelpinspain com Facebook Help in Spain Academia Idiomas ingl s para todos los niveles grupos reducidos profesorado nativo EMERGENCY FIRST RESPONSE Location Avda Finlandia 19 Los Pacos 29640 Fuengirola Tel 600 214 723 952 70 05 05 Attend an Emergency First Response Paediatric Adult CPR First Aid Course with Irish Midwife Anne Halpenny Flexible training schedules leading to registration in the UK for Parents Teachers Trainers Teens Antenatal courses Postnatal care support groups also available Web www irishmidwife com Facebook irishmidwife first aid spain 22 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Tel 630 23 10 37 E mail anne irishmidwife com

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Nurseries and Schools THE ARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Educating Young Minds The Ark Christian School is a non profit making organisation teaching the British National Curriculum and educating students from 3 18 At our school the children are taught in a friendly family atmosphere with small classes and dedicated caring staff The School ethos is based on Christian principles and we work to help each child learn to respect themselves and others As a school we believe that each child is a gift and that they acquire their values and views from the adults around them We work on a triangle principle child parent and school working together to help your child achieve their full potential La familia en el coraz n de la educaci n Family at the heart of education Tel 24 34 952 588 255 The Ark Christian School es una organizaci n sin nimo de lucro cuya ense anza es seg n el Curriculum Nacional Brit nico y ofrece ense anza desde Educaci n Infantil hasta Educaci n Secundaria 318 En nuestra escuela los ni os aprenden en un ambiente familiar y acogedor con clases reducidas y un personal competente y atento La tica del colegio est basada en principios cristianos y se esfuerza por ense ar a los ni os a respetarse a s mismo y a los dem s Como escuela creemos que los ni os son un regalo y que adquieren los valores y puntos de vista de los adultos que les rodean Trabajamos con un principio triangular ni os padres y colegio trabajando juntos para ayudar a sus hijos a alcanzar todo su potencial Location Mijas Costa K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E E mail admin thearkchristianschool com Web www thearkchristianschool org

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Nurseries and Schools ALOHA COLLEGE Marbella Web www aloha college com Location Aloha College imparte educaci n brit nica a la comunidad internacional al tiempo que ofrece tambi n el estudio de la lengua y la cultura espa olas Es una fundaci n sin nimo de lucro y constituye uno de los colegios m s grandes y consolidados de la zona representando a 45 nacionalidades entre sus alumnos de entre 3 y 18 a os Aloha tiene la clave para el xito acad mico desarrollar la confianza de los ni os en un medio cuidado para permitirles convertirse en estudiantes activos e independientes que lleguen a acceder m s adelante a las mejores universidades del mundo 35 a os de experiencia en educaci n un profesorado capaz de inspirar y una estrecha colaboraci n entre la casa y el colegio hacen posible que seamos LOS MEJORES Educating Young Minds Aloha College delivers a British education to the international community and also offers Spanish language and culture It is a not for profit foundation and is one of the largest and most established schools in the area representing 45 nationalities among children aged 3 to 18 Aloha has the key to academic success develop children s confidence in a caring environment to enable them to become active and independent learners who will eventually gain access to the best universities worldwide 35 years of experience in education inspirational teaching staff and a strong home school partnership all make it possible for us to BE THE BEST Urb El ngel Nueva Andaluc a 29660 Marbella 2017 2018 EDITION 25

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BY ADRIAN AND JOANNA LOW COLLEGE NURSERY SCHOOL Activities DIRECTORY and Camps Church on the Costa Activities and Camps Cups of coffee tables covered in coloured paper streamers stones shells and sand Paint and glue abounding all in the unusual surroundings of a fish and chip restaurant This is Messy Church on the Costa Messy Church happens in more than 3700 churches in 30 countries across the world A wide range of Christian denominations work with Messy Church with more than half a million people attending in 2016 Messy Church enables people of all ages to come together in a different kind of church that doesn t look much like church at all It is particularly suited to families but welcoming to all And it doesn t matter whether you go to a church or not it is for people of all ages from 1 100 The Anglican Church Costa del Sol West has been running their Messy Church since October 2016 and they meet on the first Saturday of every month at 11 00 at Marlow s fish and chip restaurant in Duquesa between Estepona and Gibraltar check website for details and location It s free to come along and there are hands on craft activities with a Bible theme for about an hour with a bible study running at the same time for those wishing to go deeper into the theme Then all together for a short celebration with a story songs and prayers and the opportunity to have a meal together in the restaurant at a special price of 8 95 for adults and 4 50 for children 2017 2018 EDITION 27

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Activities and Camps Activities and Camps May s theme was Joshua and the children were building a wall using different materials such as sand sticks shells etc They were making worship ribbons with sticks and crepe paper and making their own book of pictures that told the story of Joshua and the battle of Jericho And of course the trumpets blew and the drums banged and the walls fell down So everyone was making a noisy selection of musical instruments which were used in the worship session to help knock the walls of Jericho down to the ground in the reenactment of the story Then it finished with an energetic dance which left the oldies exhausted and the younger ones wanting more June s theme will be Ascension to Pentecost just imagine what the craft activities will be for that Visit costachurch com to get the latest Part of the Church of England s Diocese in Europe www costachurch com Part of the Church of nd s Dioc www costEngla in Europe achurch cese om at MARLO W S Fish chip stau you know R of e a Messy Church ranint SaDo bin il la s your area Please let us know D uquesaand EROSKI CENTRE we will be Rdelighted OUNDA to share it with BOUT on Safamilies e A 7 turdIfathere inthyour y 3 rdisn tJone u n e area why not set one up and make 11 00 2 30to help and it a community 1 project Bring your own lunch OR eat MA Menu del RLOW S ma dia 8 75 in menu OR for RLOW S Sat Watch ou Adults and 4 50 for childrMA urday MESSY en Coffee CHURCH t for Mes tea biscui sy Churc ts 1 inspire families to get involved We d on the fi h every m rst help onth love to this for you Saturdpromote ay at 11 00am 28 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E a

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Activities and Camps International Theatre School Showcasing Their Talents Dance is forever changing it should be vibrant challenging and fun If you have a real passion for performing then there is no better place than I T S I T S hold classes daily from 4 30 9pm for students from 2 25yrs old in trick and flip musical theatre jazz hip hop commercial lyrical modern ballet tap competition with special private classes for students now training to be teachers Go along and TRY ANY CLASS FOR FREE Adult classes are also available in Salsa Bachata and Yoga I T S have performed in the Semi final of Spain s got talent Disneyland Paris Sadlers Wells along with selected students appearing in music videos films and commercials Activities and Camps I T S News Congratulations to their two children groups that took bronze and silver medals at the annual Gibraltar dance Competition Congratulations to their 5 competition teams that have made the grand final of The La Linea Dance Championships in July Fabulous well done to Coral Knapp and Sophie McCann for gaining entry and bursary to Phil Winston s Theatre Works in Blackpool for the 3yr full time performing arts course Special mention to Lauren Burton who will be a fully qualified IDTA dance teacher from June after training intensively at I T S for the last 4 years Congratulations I T S ensures that all classes are kept small to ensure lots of attention so that students can really achieve the impossible Marbella Gymnastics Club Summer Camp Welcomes boys and girls age 8 plus Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays 10am until 1pm throughout July and August Learn new and exciting skills with National Artistic Gymnasts and Performers in our dedicated Olympic Facility Tumbling Flips Tricks Somersaults Aerial Circus Trapeze Silks and Hoop Acrobatics Dance Calisthenics No experience necessary 30 Facebook Marbella Gymnastics Club Web www marbellagymnasticsclub com Location Nave 46a Nva Campana Poligono Nva Andalucia Tel 626 878 141 E mail Marbellagymnasticsclub gmail com K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Silver medal winners 2017 For more information on classes and special summer classes Contact Tel What sApp 671 082 429 dance4its me com www facebook com itsspain Due to popular demand I T S Summer classes are back Every Tuesday during July from 4yrs 25yrs beginner intermediate and advanced levels come and enjoy our 2 hr summer taster classes full of commercial jazz hip hop trick and flip lyrical dance mom style and street tap Sophie McCann starting Theatre Works Stage School Sept 17 Not to be missed More Summer Camps Check with your local town hall sports centre to see what summer camps they have running Many subsidise the costs and offer a variety of camps during July August to help parents who need to work Please note that you have to be resident to benefit and places are limited For more summer camps see page 33 for Aloha College Sotogrande International School and ClubsComplete at Laude San Pedro International School Solingua Spanish are running camps for teens with Spanish lessons in the mornings and cultural and sports activities in the afternoons See page 20 for details

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NURSERY SCHOOL COLLEGE Health and DIRECTORY Wellbeing Magical Muuti Land Muuti is an exciting new range of healthy organic fruit and vegetable smoothies that have been produced for children with love Each pack features an animal from the magical Muuti Land and each has a special skill or power that kids can identify with The mischievous monkey likes bananas and blueberries the shy elephant loves raspberries and pears and the wise fox enjoys carrots apples and bananas There is also a koala and a lion each with its own childpleasing recipe He soon realised that other parents shared his frustration at the lack of kids juices on the market that did not contain additives or added sugar so decided to produce his own smoothies that time starved and health conscious parents would welcome with open arms His key objective was to develop a product with soul that was easy to take away and use on the go So he developed the Muuti pouches a delicious and tasty snack that kids can enjoy at home at school or in the car anywhere in fact where all the snacks are healthy and additive free Health Wellbeing Self Help The Muuti organic snacks and Muuti Land are the invention of Finnish business man Charles Kuhlman He was frustrated at not being able to find organic healthy snacks for his toddler without additives and sweeteners and hence resorted to making fresh fruit smoothies at home More Muuti products are on the way Charles is also working on additions to the healthy snack range healthy lollipops sweetened with xylitol which is good for the teeth a super cool on the go organic milk powder mix for babies and toddlers with its own thermo cup and a rice milk protein beverage for young adults and active people So watch this space The Muuti Land mobile app Charles believes learning about healthy eating is vital for children and because products with unhealthy ingredients dominate the kids snack industry he wants his brand to stand out as the one that emphasises the importance of wellness in a style that engages with his target market children That s why in addition to the snacks Charles is launching an educational mobile app called MuutiLAND The app will be aimed at children from eight months old to toddlers although slightly older kids will enjoy the mobile game that includes educational games based around maths history biology art sports dancing singing cooking and nutrition The app will be available at iOS and android Discover Muuti at muutiofficial com or follow them at Muutiglobal Muutiofficial 2017 2018 EDITION 35

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Health and Wellbeing by Francisco Acedo Protect your children from the Sun to avoid the risk of malignant Melanoma in adulthood Health Wellbeing Self Help Direct exposure to sunlight is never beneficial and should always be done in appropriate doses and following recommended habits through childhood Pediatricians and dermatologists confirm this children who suffered more than three episodes of sunburn have ten times the risk of developing malignant melanomas as adults The latest awareness campaigns focus on proper photoprotection especially along the Costa del Sol one of the areas in southern Europe where it s sunny almost all year round Specialists recommend observing a minimum set of healthy behaviors emphasizing that applying sunscreen is not enough and that many people fail to use it correctly Dr Magdalena Troya head of Dermatology in the Costa del Sol Hospital Marbella points out that we need a new culture in dealing with the Sun and we should begin teaching it from a very young age This should be taught at school The effect of sunlight on our skin is cumulative and permanent like a photocopy that cannot be erased In fact official data indicate that 80 of the solar radiation we receive is during childhood Statistics from the Health Ministry of Spain show that melanoma cases have tripled over the past 30 years and the most common cases appear between the ages of 25 and 30 One in four inhabitants in Spain will suffer some form of skin cancer in their lifetimes The most common mistake is believing that the only risk is overexposing during the summer between July and August On the contrary specialists insist on the need to protect our skin from the Sun through all seasons and not only when we are at the beach or in an open air swimming pool Special attention must be placed on outdoor sports or during playtime in school as 80 of our direct exposure occurs during those activities and they present the highest risk Although photoprotection will not avoid sunburns completely it is a 36 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E mitigating factor Parents families and schools should teach children how to protect themselves from the Sun properly Dermatologists emphasize three major mistakes in our relationship with the Sun that are signs of cultural misconceptions SUNBURNS These should be avoided The Sun is good for our health but always in a proper dose CASES While other types of cancerous tumors are diminishing melanoma is on the rise Breast and colon cancer have gone down largely thanks to multiple awareness campaigns But at the same time skin cancer has tripled in the last 30 years EXPOSURE We are spending more time outdoors than ever so prevention must become our number one concern Pay special attention to changes in moles and skin spots In any case of damage or changes in size or color you should consult with your physician immediately Francisco Acedo Torregrosa is a Spanish journalist specializing in health and sports He is the editor and managing director of the digital newspaper Al Sol de la Costa which covers daily news in the area that goes from Marbella to Gibraltar La hora de la Salud Radio 107 6 FM info alSoldelaCosta com Follow on Twitter acedotor

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Health and Wellbeing por Francisco Acedo Proteger a los ni os del sol es evitar riegos de un melanoma maligno cuando sean adultos Health Wellbeing Self Help Por ello se est n sucediendo las campa as de concienciaci n sobre una correcta fotoprotecci n especialmente en la zona de la Costa del Sol uno de los puntos de Europa donde el rey Sol se mantiene perenne durante casi todo el a o Los m dicos aconsejan seguir unas m nimas normas de conducta ya que no vale cualquier tipo de crema y la gente no sabe como administrarla de forma correcta en el cuerpo Hace falta una cultura nueva sobre el sol y eso empieza en las edades peque as A los ni os hay que inculc rselos desde el colegio afirm a esta revista la doctora Magdalena de Troya jefa de los Servicios de Dermatolog a del Hospital Costa del Sol en Marbella La piel recibe el rayo solar y se acumula como una fotocopia que queda guardada permanentemente De hecho los datos oficiales indican que el 80 de la radiaci n que recibimos en nuestra vida la tomamos en la infancia Las estad sticas demuestran que en los ltimos 30 a os se han multiplicado por tres los casos de melanoma el tipo que m s padecen los j venes de una franja comprendida entre los 25 y 30 a os Hay que recordar la cifra facilitada por el Ministerio de Sanidad de Espa a Uno de cada cuatro espa oles y habitantes en el pa s sufrir n a lo largo de su vida un c ncer de piel El gran error habitual de creencia es que solo hay peligro de tomar mucho sol durante el verano per odos de julio y agosto Los especialistas insisten que es necesario fotoprotegerse durante todo el a o y no solo en las playas y las piscinas 38 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Image Credit The New York Times Los efectos del sol son siempre buenos pero con una dosis correcta y siguiendo una conducta que el cuerpo va a mantener hasta la edad adulta Los datos son confirmados por los especialistas en Pediatr a y Dermatolog a los ni os que sufren durante el per odo de infancia m s de tres quemaduras solares tienen un riesgo diez veces mayor de contraer en su etapa adulta un melanoma maligno Por ejemplo en la pr ctica del deporte al aire libre o en los horarios de recreo En esas fases del a o es cuando el cuerpo recibe el 80 de la radiaci n en nuestros cuerpos y el gran peligro latente La fotoprotecci n no evita la quemadura pero s la mitiga y hay que concienciar a los ni os de esto lo que comienza l gicamente a trav s de los padres las familias y los colegios Los dermat logos centran en tres grandes errores los cometidos con el sol y la cultura equivocada que hay en la poblaci n QUEMADURAS Es fundamental evitar las quemaduras El sol es bueno pero en su justa dosis CASOS El melanoma est subiendo al contrario que otros tipos de tumores Se han controlado el c ncer de mama y de colon con campa as especiales pero el melanoma se ha tr plicado en los ltimos treinta a os EXPOSICION Pasamos al aire libre m s tiempo que nunca por lo que la prevenci n es fundamental Hay que tener mucho cuidado con lunares y dem s Siempre que haya un da o o dudas sobre cambios de aspectos es necesario acudir r pidamente a un m dico Francisco Acedo Torregrosa es un periodista espa ol especializado en el mundo del Deporte y la Salud Actualmente es editor y director del diario digital Al Sol de la Costa que abarca noticias cada d a desde Marbella hasta Gibraltar La hora de la Salud Radio 107 6 FM info alSoldelaCosta com Siguenos en Twitter acedotor

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Parties Family Fun BIG TIVOLI WORLD AMUSEMENT PARK Parties Family Fun An amusement park for families surrounded by beautiful Un parque de atracciones para las familias rodeado de jardines y gardens and illuminated fountains in the heart of Arroyo fuentes iluminadas en el centro de Arroyo de la Miel Sum rgete en de la Miel Immerse yourself in the exciting attractions sus emocionantes atracciones incluyendo 37 juegos y una variedad See more than 2 000 butterflies from tropical areas all over the world including 37BUTTERFLY rides and a PARK variety of shows themed bars de espect culos bares y restaurantes tem ticos para mantener los and with only a 2 3 week lifespan new species are visible each visit and restaurantsmariposario to keep kids teens and adults entertained ni os adolescentes y adultos entretenidos durante horas Explora Watch and learn about their fascinating biological cycle Open 10 6pm for hours Explore Planet Museum a world of scientific el Museo Planeta un mundo de experimentos cient ficos para daily Entrance fee 10 adults 7 50 child experiments for curious minds Celebrate birthdays mentes curiosas Celebra cumplea os comuniones bautizos y eventos familiares de marzo a diciembre verifica el sitio communion christenings and family events Open March Ver m s de 2 000 mariposas deAbierto las zonas tropicales de todo el mundo y websemanas para fechas horarios Descuentos disponibles del 21 to December check website for dates and times con s lo21 unas 2 3 vida ynueva especie son visibles cada visita Ver yal la reservaci n en l nea Abra 10 6pm diaria Precio de la discounts available when booking online aprender sobre hacer su fascinante ciclo biol gico entrada 10 adultos 7 50 ni o Location Web www tivoliworld es www mariposariodebenalmadena com Tel 952 57 70 16 Benalmadena Pueblo Tel 902Location 19 04 82 Benalmadena Arroyo de la Miel Web SELWO AVENTURA Safari Park A unique animal nature and adventure park located in Estepona More than 2 000 animals from across the whole Planet live in this huge terrain in conditions similar to those of their natural habitat animals such as elephants Bengal tigers giraffes white rhinoceros lions and Kanvar the only Asian elephant to be born in Spain See the animals up close as part of a tour which takes place partly on foot and partly in all terrain lorries A variety of adventure activities such as the longest zipwire in Europe camel rides or the Path of the Hanging Bridges Great for all the family to enjoy in stunning surroundings Restaurants and Gift shop 40 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Un parque animal nico de naturaleza y aventura ubicado en Estepona M s de 2 000 animales de todo el planeta entero viven en este amplio terreno en condiciones similares a las de su h bitat natural Animales tales como elefantes tigres de Bengala rinocerontes jirafas leones blancos y Kanvar el nico elefante asi tico nacido en Espa a Ve a los animales de cerca como parte de una gira que tiene lugar en parte a pie y parte en todos los camiones del terreno Una variedad de actividades de aventura como la tirolina m s larga de Europa paseos en camello o el camino de los puentes colgantes Genial para toda la familia para disfrutar en un entorno impresionante Restaurantes y tienda de regalos Web www selwo es Tel 902 190 482 Location Estepona

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Parties Family Fun MUND O MANIA KID S PARTIES AT MUNDO MAN A Hours of fun from only 11 95 per child AT MUNDO MAN A WE DELIVER ALL THE FUN WITHOUT THE HASSLE We can provide everything you need for a really great party without all the fuss just leave it to us Our friendly and helpful staff will help you create a truly wonderful party that your child is sure to remember Party packages available to suit all tastes and budgets starting from only 11 95 per child including play use of party room refreshments and freshly made party food All packages include a month s free Mundo Man a pass for the birthday boy or girl T 34 952 938 173 E info mundo mania com www mundo mania com Make your party even more special with our party extras Birthday cake Candy displays Party goodie bags Pi ata Face painter Magician Children s entertainers Bespoke party room decorations Personal appearance from Milo the Monkey or other characters Adult catering and bar Visit www mundo mania com for more details or contact our Party Manager on 34 952 938 173 Parties Family Fun A WORLD OF FUN FOR EVERYONE PARTY EXTRAS Mundo Man a Urb Taraje 53 75 Camino de Brijan s n 29680 Estepona M laga PARTY EXTRAS The professional games hire company Party Machines for the Costa del Sol Call Lisa 627 330 450 or Mike 650 242 476 mike partyextras net 2017 2018 EDITION 41

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Parties Family Fun MAYAN MONKEY MIJAS Chocolate Factory Web www selwomarina es MALAGA FERRIS WHEEL NORIA MIRADOR PRINCESS Chocolate Making Workshops The Chocolatier s Workshop chocolate making and learning that is fun for every single member of the family This is an action packed hour long workshop in which you not only learn to make but also get to make and take home the following items of chocolate Decorative bars of chocolate x 3 Chocolate dipped fruits x 3 Chocolate truffles x 3 Marbled chocolate figurines x 3 and Soft centre chocolate bonbons x 3 Available seven days a week at Mayan Monkey Mijas chocolate factory For further information and to book your slot please contact us Web www mayanmonkey es E mail info mayanmonkey es Location Mijas Pueblo Location Arroyo de Miel Parque Whatsapp 34la 600 088 542 Paloma Tel 902 19 04 82 This new attraction offers breath taking panoramic views up to 30km when the visibility is good The trip takes approx 15 minutes during which the wheel makes three full turns Opening hours are 11am to Midnight daily Entrance Child 7 Adult 10 Parties Family Fun Esta nueva atracci n ofrece unas impresionantes vistas panor micas de hasta 30Km cuando la visibilidad es buena El viaje dura aproximadamente 15 minutos durante los cuales la rueda hace tres vueltas completas El horario es de 11 am hasta la medianoche todos los d as Entrada Ni os 7 Adultos 10 BUTTERFLY PARK Mariposario Web www facebook com NoriaMiradorPrincess Location Malaga Port near Plaza Marina Tel 667 58 53 70 See more than 2 000 butterflies from tropical areas all over the world and with only a 2 3 week lifespan new species are visible each visit Watch and learn about their fascinating biological cycle Open 10 6pm daily Entrance fee 10 adults 7 50 child Ver m s de 2 000 mariposas de las zonas tropicales de todo el mundo y con s lo unas 2 3 semanas vida nueva especie son visibles cada visita Ver y aprender sobre su fascinante ciclo biol gico Abra 10 6pm diaria Precio de la entrada 10 adultos 7 50 ni o ICE SKATING RINK club de hielo Web www mariposariodebenalmadena com Location Benalmadena Pueblo Tel 951 21 11 96 Need to cool down from the summer heat Visit Andalucia s first natural indoor ice rink Skate for leisure with friends or family or take lessons to improve your technique Afterwards enjoy a welcome drink or snack in the cafe See website for details Necesitas refrescarte del calor del verano Visita la primera pista de hielo cubierta natural de Andaluc a Patina por diversi n con amigos o familiares o toma clases para mejorar tu t cnica Despu s podr s disfrutar de una copa de bienvenida o un aperitivo en la cafeter a Verifique el sitio web para m s detalles 42 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Web http clubdehielobenalmadena com Location Arroyo de la Miel Benalm dena Tel 952 57 76 69

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Parties Family Fun Parties Family Fun CROCODILE PARK parque de cocodrilos How would you like to hold a crocodile and have your mum and dad take a photo of you Well here is your chance See these fascinating creatures at this purpose built enclosure next to the Aqua park Te gustar a sostener un cocodrilo y que tu mam y pap te tomen una foto Bueno aqu est tu oportunidad Ve estas criaturas fascinantes en el recinto construido con este prop sito al lado del parque acu tico Marvel in the supervised educational tours every 2 hours from 11 30am Visit the museum watch the Wildlife Videos on Education and Research and enjoy the crocodile nursery Restaurant bar area special play area for children under 5 an outdoor playground and African gift shop Open daily See website for times Entrance fee Adults 15 50 13 00 for 4 12 years and free for under children under 4 Marav llate con los viajes educativos supervisados cada 2 horas desde las 11 30 am Visita el museo ve los v deos de vida silvestre en Educaci n e Investigaci n y disfruta de la guarder a de cocodrilos Contamos con un Restaurante bar zona de juegos especial para ni os menores de 5 a os zona de juegos al aire libre y tienda de regalos de frica Abierto diariamente Verifique el sitio web para ver los horarios Precio de la entrada Adultos 15 50 13 00 para ni o de 4 12 a os y gratis para ni os menores de 4 Web www crocodile park com ICE SKATING RINK club de hielo Location Torremolinos next to Aqualand Tel 952 051 782 Catem dolupta accullabo Nam qui cus asit utem sunt estibeatem sit MARINA doloriaSELWO vente reptat et acere eum qui cum est et eat dolfinarium Rum invelendit hillace peditasinum oditatiume volum eaqui intur Quiditibus Optis aboribus endem reptaspis siment ut inihit que nonsect emporerem facea nectatio verum dolecusam faccullor aborum excea que volum elluptatiat prae nobit et autempe libus od maiorerum eliquidel ipiet offici aspelligni omnitatur Sequaeprem acilis volorionecae cor acil il ium quatem aut possit volorita int Web http clubdehielobenalmadena com Location Arroyo de la Miel Benalm dena Tel 902 19 04 82 Catem dolupta Elaccullabo Nam qui cus en asitAndaluc a utem suntAprende estibeatem nico parque marino sobresitlos The only TRAMPOLINE marine park in Andalucia Learn about dolphins PARK doloria vente reptat et acere eum qui cum est et eat con asombro sus delfines y leones marinos y observa and seaparque lions and watch in awe at their acrobatic de trampolinas invelendit hillace peditasinum oditatiume volum eaqui intur y payasadas en los programas de entretenimiento tricks and antics in the entertaining shows Rum that are on acrobacias Quiditibus throughout the day See penguins and monkeys as well durante todo el d a Ve a los ping inos y monos as como el divertido y siment educativo espect culo de emporerem los loros Situado as the fun and educational parrot show SetOptis in beautiful aboribus endem reptaspis ut inihit que nonsect facea en entornos hermosos unaqueparada para algoprae para surroundings and stop off for something nectatio to eat verum and dolecusam faccullor aborumhaz excea volum elluptatiat comer y beber en su restaurante Oportunidad de nadar drink in their restaurant Opportunity to swim with the nobit et autempe libus od maiorerum eliquidel ipiet offici aspelligni omnitatur los delfines tomarte fotos con dolphins and get pictures taken with them Sequaeprem Educationalaciliscon volorionecae coryacil il ium quatem aut ellos possitCampamentos volorita int educativos para los ni os en los d as de fiesta Verifique el camps for kids in the holidays See website for details Web www CostaJump com sitio web para m s detalles Location Web www selwomarina es 44 San Pedro de Alc ntara Industrial Park Location Arroyo Miel Tel 902de 19la04 82 Parque Paloma K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Tel 902 19 04 82

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Parties Family Fun WIN FREE TICKETS TO PRISON ISLAND CROCODILE PARK parque de cocodrilos Will you become a family imprisoned at Prison Island Benalmadena SELWO MARINA dolfinarium MUNDO MANIA THE COAST S LEADING PLAY PARTY CENTRE OFFERING HOURS Parties Family Fun Climbers adventurers einsteins whizzkidz hurry Answer the following question to win tickets to the challenging but fun Prison Island in Benalmadena How would you like to hold a crocodile and have your mum C mo le gustar a mantener un cocodrilo y que and dad take a photo of you Well here is your chance See su What mam isy the pap toman unamost foto de name of the famous prison these fascinating creatures at this purpose built enclosure usted Bueno aqu island est tuestablished oportunidad Napoleon III in 1854 next to the Aqua park Verbyestas fascinantes criaturas en este prop sito recinto lado del The first correctconstruido answer wealreceive will WIN tickets for a Marvel in the supervised educational tours every 2 hours parque Aqua family of four suitable for kids 9 years and over to enjoy this unique indoor adventure game where you have to solve the from 11 30am Visit the museum watch the Wildlife Videos challenging the prison supervisados cells together cada Cooperate on Education and Research and enjoy the crocodile nursery Marvel en lostasks viajesineducativos 2 horascollect desde have lots of family fun Send answer to Restaurant bar area special play area for children under 5 an laspoints 11 30 and Visite el museo ver los v deos de layour fauna en Educaci n e lynne kidsonthecosta net outdoor playground and African gift shop Open daily See Investigaci n y disfrutar de la guarder a cocodrilo website for times Entrance fee Adults 15 50 13 00 for Restaurante bar rea especial de juegos Winner will be notified by email with para on how receive 4 12 years and free for under children under 4 losinstructions ni os menores de 5toa os un their patiofree al aire tickets Check our website www kidsonthecosta net to see if still available to be won to avoid disappointment For more information onAqualand Prison Island visit Location Torremolinos next to Web www crocodile park com www prisonisland es INDOOR Baby toddler playframe Large playframe 3 to 12 years Foot pool air hockey table tennis pool tables and video games Caf bar serving restaurant quality food OUTDOOR Magical wet play zone Trampolines Multi sports quunt omnimi sumpitch ipsam eum quata Small free play area volupti odAtrium quiatur omnis modi conseque bar with comfortable consequeseating moloremos remviews is qui delesci and superb Ommo que qui nullupta numFOR fugitam fugias maio est FAMILY cuscit Asi optiost sunturibus WHOLE THE OF FUN am fuga Et voluptatus quodi volorestrum sequatur arum quaspel inullab iliquam inis elecust comnis poreici nam cum untem fuga Nam laut exerro inis aut in doluptatibus esequos sitios eaquas prate venim eictem qui aut occum ande voloresti raepe pa audisque consequ iditios est ne cum Plus we also hold regular events labor sinciaepuda dem ad minvel est recepudit quisseq aut autatum adia vidunt apitin commodit liquatat workshops and private parties uaspiento and s birthdayenist parties sundend sincienihil erumqui Igenimus maionec ustium quis voluptaeste prat moditia quate esequam fuga Et que quis kid isquis volor aut omnist dolenit quis elit hit que volent laboris rem que labore soluptatus busaper spist non porro mil iuntias Visit www mundo mania com for utcheck quidiout ra our am nobis molorerisim re omniet qui con pedis essimai orepra sit et ipiciumet acepe vit magnate catur more voloreped details and to offers and events consendel or dollesc imporectae idel cus et dolupta ium eliquam volore nectotatibus moluptatem pore velisto totaepe rspitatemspecial contact us on 34 952 938 173 fugit demporae ex eos nust dollesc ienimus exerrumquis cus magnim iduntot aturia quat est que eossitatem repudis aliquat iligenisque volupti nat optis eicabor iberio Pictiam cullatem fugia conserum facerum re venissi mendici lliquas perum sime core nobissi consecerior sus alita quuntet erupta niendan repudiatur que nis sus dem Nam res essitation rem A WORLD OF FUN FOR EVERYONE Web www selwomarina es Location Mundo Man a Urb Taraje T 34 952 938 173 53 75 Camino de Brijan s n 29680 E info mundo mania com Arroyo de la Miel Parque Paloma Estepona M laga www mundo mania com Tel 902 19 04 82 2017 2018 EDITION 45

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BY AMIANA The The Young Guide Young Guide In Association with Marbella Lifestyle The Young Guide Social media has hit ground braking figures and one of the more popular media platforms is Snapchat with over 158 000 000 daily active users mostly teens who create 2 5 billion snaps a day This type of media is a way for teenagers to expand their social circles create some independence get noticed start trends and share their opinions by simply liking retweeting sharing and commenting on popular social posts But is it all just an illusion and how does this affect a young persons emotional and mental development Is the quality of life for a young person now determined by how many likes they get or followers they have Only time will tell Society has created a culture of fashion conscious teens that have become obsessed with the way they look and more importantly the way others perceive them Tattoos and body piercings have become more accepted in the last few years with many teen idols promoting them A popular choice are tattoos displaying life s achievements and tragedies Teens even more today are out in hot pursuit to change up their style and stand out from the crowd Whether it be to follow the latest fashion trends a new hairstyle or something more permanent like a tattoo or a body piercing they want to be seen And heard by the sounds of it 2017 2018 EDITION 47 47

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The Young Guide Teens today spend most of their waking hours looking at a TV screen with many using their mobile device or some kind of app to watch reality TV or hyped series No longer are they prepared to wait for the following week for the next episode of their favourite series and think nothing of watching an entire series in a day or two just to keep up with their friends Discussing plot twists and new characters being the most important topic the next day But when is it too much How do they distinguish what is real and not Is there anything else they can talk about besides their solitary ambition of being swooped off their feet and land straight into the arms of the next TV hottie Hmm We think not The Young Guide So we know that most young people today are infatuated by how they look and this often starts in the pre teen years Thankfully part of that is centred on exercise and getting fit Now it s cool to workout and fitness brands are investing into active wear that is trendy Teens can now look good getting fit And there are no excuses to try something new fun and get active Try Bouldering Bouldering has become a huge trend in the fitness world With its athletic poise and fun at its core and it s also the ideal activity to challenge yourself There are lots of great natural areas to do bouldering here in southern Spain and it s a great way to be active and do exercise without thinking of it as exercise Bonus Learn about Performance Rock Climbing Programs and Mentorship for Motivated Youth Climbers at www AlphaClimbing com Teenagers always think they know best and this extends to relationships too Peer group pressure makes them believe they aren t popular unless they have a boyfriend or girlfriend and who they choose to be with can affect their social status Being with someone can give them an inflated sense of security and self confidence but when the relationship ends so often does the confidence that can impact on their self esteem We encourage teens to be proud of being single take time to enjoy friendships making life long memories and commit to their learning Be a teen warrior for independence and showcase who you are from the inside out and relationships will happen naturally at the right time and with the right person Lead don t follow 48 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E

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Faith Life BY LYNNE DUNCAN What Is Faith You may have a misguided idea of what faith is never thought about it or are living and breathing it in your daily life Faith Life If you haven t really thought about it before then please stay with me as learning about this may transform your way of thinking how you feel and how you interact with others and yourself on a daily basis It s something you can share openly with your family and friends and teach them to use in all areas of their life no matter how young or old Faith Explained Faith for many is difficult to explain and can often raise more questions than answers but for others it can be any or all of the following having trust in someone or something a belief an unseen powerful force a motivational tool inner peace a knowing that God is with you and for you Marivi aged 11 goes to St Andrews Church and for her faith is believing in God Marivi explains I have believed all my life and I believe that without Him we would not be alive today Melanie co founder of The Wave in Puerto Banus tells us It is hard to explain clouds to a young child As a five year old I used to think our aeroplane travelling from Kenya to England was landing on a higher level and we climbed the clouds Faith 50 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E is mystical it is something that requires belief in something that is or seems impossible I have seen physical healings hearts and lives renewed and miraculous coincidences why don t you give faith a try Find YOUR Faith Faith however is absent from you when you are living in fear and troubled with anxieties Fear and anxieties kills the belief that there is hope it takes away the courage to act and prevents us from moving forward positively in our life In Hebrews chapter 11 verse 1 we are reminded that faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see There will be periods in your life where you feel good your health is great you have no financial worries are in positive relationships happy in your job kids are getting on well and it s very easy to have faith during these types of circumstances The real test of faith however is when some or none of this is going our way How then do we handle these situations How does it change us in the process and affect those around us

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Faith Life Powerful Force to Help You Overcome The Obstacles and Challenges of Your Life Dave Hodgson Pastor at Calahonda Church and School Governer for The Ark Christian School found his faith when he went to a youth group at church Strengthen Your Faith But where does faith and that inner belief come from to help keep us going Is it simply having faith in your own abilities strength intelligence or is it something bigger than us that is at work Jenny from St Andrews Church shares her belief in God and tells us Even when things in my life are hard I know God is with me I feel his presence through prayer and through the people at my church who pray for me and support me I see him in the Christian friends he s given me and I hear his voice through his Word the Bible and through his answers to my prayers Andrew Pastor of The Ark Fellowship Church in Fuengirola writes 20 years ago faith meant very little and felt it was irrelevant A huge meeting with God turned my life around from someone who had no time to someone who spends all his time serving God Two years ago I fell ill being eventually diagnosed with cancer and then a rare form of leukaemia separately making it even rarer to have both at the same time My faith has been the only thing to keep me going and indeed I am Faith Life I was a bit of a scally always in trouble at school I went to a church youth group because I fancied a girl there I heard how God answered lots of prayers story after story I then heard about Jesus dying on the cross so that all I had done wrong could be forgiven I didn t understand it all but something switched inside of me No longer was I as shy as I once was I didn t fear stuff so much now well My faith in God not only helped me get through but actually healed me as my leukaemia was stopped in its tracks BEFORE my chemotherapy started Just as God told me it would I was even given the exact date by God when I would be given the all clear As my faith has grown others who have seen what my faith has done have seen their faith grow too Keep the Faith It s very easy to give up when all seems hopeless and sadly most people do give up on themselves and others BUT when you have faith true unwavering faith it will help keep you stable within yourself amidst the chaos and though your life may be off track right now or in the future you will get back on again no matter how that might seem impossible at the time to you and others around you Faith is not knowing how or who will help but it will happen You need to believe it Along the way because of the strength of our faith we will learn a lot about ourselves and others during this process and it will be a challenging process but keeping faithful to what you believe and never giving up is paramount Sue co Pastor at Elim Family Fellowship in Benalmadena keeps faithful to her belief in Jesus Faith is trust in salvation through Jesus Christ who died to pay for my sins and receiving eternal life through belief in His sacrificial death As Vicar Adrian from Anglican Church Costa del Sol West puts it Faith is stepping onto ground you cannot see and finding it is safer than the ground you moved from Faith turns our hopes for God hopes for life after death hopes for unconditional love into reality Faith says we don t have to prove it for it to be real 2017 2018 EDITION 51

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Faith Life Whatever faith means to you being able to live a full purpose led life with joy and meaning is what we all strive for Faith Life Living with Faith Whatever faith means to you being able to live a full purpose led life with joy and meaning is what we all strive for Putting our faith in ourselves and others is important but ultimately our faith should be put in something much greater than us for many it s a belief that God is at work in their lives What we know for sure is that for those who have gone through very challenging and difficult periods in their lives and put their trust in God they learn best how to use their faith to help themselves and others cope and improve their daily lives Faith IS for them the belief that no matter what their circumstances all will be well How amazing is that You are most welcome to pop in to any of the following churches along the coast to explore how having faith in God can have a positive impact in your life Share with us on Facebook and Twitter with KOTCFaith what faith means to you Calahonda Church Calahonda www calahondachurch com Why not also share this concept with your children provoke discussion ideas and experiences with your family friends and colleagues and if you need help in any area of your life to develop your faith there are lots of people that would love to help Elim Family Fellowship Benalmadena www elimfamilyfellowship com The Ark Christian Fellowship Fuengirola www thearkspain com Anglican Church Costa del Sol West San Pedro to Sotogrande see website for addresses www costachurch com The Wave Puerto Banus www puertobanuschurch com St Andrews Church See locations at www st andrewscofe spain org Are you a member of a church in southern Spain or Gibraltar not listed here We d love to connect with you Please get in touch Thank you to everyone that contributed We had many more but unfortunately couldn t include due to limited space Please keep an eye out for our featured blog post as we will be sharing these and more testimonials on what faith means to many people kids parents grandparents and how it helps them in their daily lives www kidsonthecostadelsol com blog 52 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E

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Empowering Parents By Andrea Robson the kids coach the KIDS COACH TOOLS FOR EMPOWERING PARENTS SAYING NO AND MEANING IT Parents Pinboard If you have ever found yourself giving in to your child s demands you are not alone Increasingly parents are finding it almost impossible to say no without it escalating into lost tempers on both sides Parents know they should say no they want to say no yet the simply can t It s crazy she s had 2 snacks when she came home from school but she wants more I say no she s eaten enough But she s says MUMMY I m so hungry in this baby voice rubbing her tummy She goes on and on so I compromise and I say she can have one in the car on the way to swimming But the whining starts and then the yelling starts I feel so bad what can I do Yes I give her a snack but then she doesn t want to go swimming any more And she s 7 years old Children react this way because they know your limits better than you do They know exactly how to get what they want and every time they do it reinforces that these strategies and behaviours are successful The reality is neither children who get their own way all the time nor parents who give in end up feeling good about the situation The secret is children like want and need boundaries Having limits makes children feel safe and secure if there are no limits no behaviour is unacceptable The good news is you can make changes happen Here are 5 tools in your Parent Toolbox Knowing Your Goals for Your Child You know the kind of values you have for your child the kind of person you want them to be Write them down Be very specific as they are going to be the backbone of what gives you strength during the process of change 54 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Communicating about feelings Plan a quiet time to talk with about shared feelings avoid cancelling play dates etc as they will feel something has been taken away Explain that there is a problem changes need to be made and you need their help to make it happen Explain that it makes you sad when you argue Distinguish between their BEHAVIOUR and THEM you love them you don t love the behaviour Ask them what they feel about all the arguing Ideally agree that you all want there to be less fighting Reasons and Controlled Choices By explaining the reasons behind saying no it makes children feel respected and valued To be clear you are not answerable to your child you are letting them know the bigger picture In the example of the sandwich you say no because They have already eaten enough They are going to be exercising soon There are healthier options food with high levels of saturated fats E numbers sugars and processed foods can negatively impact on children s mood and behaviour If you are concerned seek the support of a nutritionist Dinner is coming later Explain that respecting rules is a normal part of life You say no in this situation because it keeps them safe from being sick from eating too much

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Empowering Parents THE REALITY IS NEITHER CHILDREN WHO GET THEIR OWN WAY ALL THE TIME NOR PARENTS WHO GIVE IN END UP FEELING GOOD ABOUT THE SITUATION High Expectations and Rewards That you expect your children to go with this plan is non negotiable Now ask for their help the family need a reward chart or whatever suits your family can they help Every time they respect the rule they get a star or a point etc When there are 10 points the family get a reward Ask your children what rewards they would like Children love the time and attention of their parents so you may well be pleasantly surprised Make a chart together or have a look at the free downloadable one http inspiredlearning es resources Empowering Parents In order to help them from now on you will Explain what the reasons are for saying no in a calm way Give them a choice if they really are hungry they can have an apple or a banana No fruit NO FOOD Remind them Remember we talked about how we wanted the fighting to stop Implement ignoring their behaviour when an argument is about to happen you are going to walk away When they feel they are getting upset what can they do to control their feelings Giving your child a choice on your terms gives them a feeling they have some control There s no negotiation they can t swap the sandwich for a chocolate bar Positive self talk You can do it You are a great parent who can give your child the tools they need to become an independent adult List 10 things that make you a great parent then the next day 11 then 12 etc Consciously being positive about yourself to yourself makes a huge difference to your own resilience You are not being mean you are enabling protecting and ultimately making you child a far happier and confident adult It may not be easy it might work to start off with and then you need to sit down together and talk The important thing is you can do it It s like Mary Poppins coming to the house we love it You have such a special bond with our children thank you so much Parent Costa del Sol Andrea Robson known as the Costa s kids coach has nearly 20 years of working with children and families She is a highly qualified primary teacher former Head of School and a Certified Coach If you or your child worry about bullying friendships anxiety or self esteem among other issues please get in touch Facebook Inspired Kidz andrea inspiredlearning es 2017 2018 EDITION 55

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Empowering Parents by Antonia Behan PARENT COACHING EMPOWER YOUR TEENAGER TO BE SUCCESSFUL Parents Pinboard Parents want their teens to be happy and healthy to love like and believe in themselves to take responsibility for their choices well being finances and careers and to be successful This begins with a secure foundation of love acceptance safety and security How to help your teenager to love like and believe in themselves uild Pride let your teen know when you are proud B of their behaviours and encourage them to reflect on when they feel proud of themselves Sharing your own moments of pride will model positive self appraisal 2 Cultivate Acceptance The pillars of self esteem are built on feeling safe secure and accepted within an empowering relationship this means that you teenager knows they can express anything to you and know that what they say will be accepted without judgement evaluation or criticism This does not give them free reign to be verbally abusive you do not have to accept abuse When you accept your teenager their good and their bad this allows your teenager to accept Him herself too To help develop self acceptance Use positive language Teenagers often internalize what they hear in their environments a teenager told You Can t may begin to tell themselves I can t while You Can soon becomes I Can Create Quality Time Time alone with each child and without disruption this makes them feel valuable Demonstrate self acceptance Be kind to yourself you are worth it Give yourself a break you deserve it Do what makes you happy why would you want to do anything else Forgive your mistakes you are not superwoman man Express how you feel without losing control your feelings are acceptable and matter 1 56 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E 3 Coach your teen to develop positive behaviours You can build a positive relationship that sees your teenager making behaviour changes as a result of changing your own communication style The way we speak can make the difference between a defensive or even rude response and a positive communication that generate a positive outcome eventually Instead of telling your teenager they must do something which tends to create a defensive reaction ask What if type questions This type of question plants seeds of inspiration to motivate your teenager to make positive changes to support their own objectives What if you tidied your room what would be different for you What if your grades improved how might this change your relationships with others What do you think is going to happen if things remain the same When they can see how their own behaviour affects them the conversation shifts from being about what you want them to do to about what will happen to them This encourages motivation to change

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Empowering Parents LOVE ACCEPTANCE SAFETY AND SECURITY Examples idy Room Option Instead of telling your teen what T you want them to do ask them to choose between doing said task or not doing said task highlight the consequences of both and let them choose roblem Solving Instead of giving a direct answer to P a problem they are trying to work out ask them what they think about the situation issue and why they think that By listening to them instead of telling them your opinion you help them to develop their own decision making process ehaviour Development Use the words decide B and choice often Stress the consequences of choices Discuss the behaviour not the person Criticism lowers self esteem while having choices and control raises self esteem and improves the ability to make empowered choices Most teenagers want to do what they want to do now and do not think of how this may impact their future While we can surely take a leaf out of their book for living in the now encouraging your teen to consider the long term outcomes of their choices and how this relates to what matters to them can help inspire self motivation When teenagers realise they can change their thoughts and actions to affect the quality of the relationships around them and the quality of their life this helps them to develop more belief in their ability to affect change in their world Empowering Parents To find out how to help your teen Manage their Anxiety what Social Confidence Boosters you can use as well as the 3 key STEPS to Help Your Teenager find Meaningful Purpose go to www kidsonthecostadelsol com parent coaching Antonia Behan BSc Psy Hons MBPsS Cert Coach partners with adults and teenagers to empower and support you in discovering meaningful purpose and building the courage and confidence to realise your greatest potential for happiness and success She provides discovery and developmental coaching sessions for adults and teenagers at Atlantic Clinic Nueva Andalucia and on line Book a free taster session by calling 34 620 741 361 or Email antonia antoniabehan com Visit Antonia s website for free video workshops talks and local events www antoniabehan com OFFER Mention Kids on the Costa magazine when you book a 6 week coaching course and benefit from 2 extra sessions free If you are interested in heart centred living I have created heARTwisdom a personal coaching programme for adults and older teenagers that helps you to identify what your heart really wants for your life and how to start integrating this into your life today You can learn about it here www antoniabehan com 2017 2018 EDITION 57

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Empowering Parents BY ALI MEEHAN Work Life Balance Mums in Business Plan to Succeed Empowering Parents If you fail to plan you plan to fail Being a Parent and an entrepreneur aren t mutually exclusive The days when we were told you could have it all are long gone relegated to the square container in the corner of the room Having a life balance is the new elephant in the room but how do you manage it whilst running a household getting your kids up out and to school attending events and maintaining a relationship Planning planning and plan some more Start by making your diary your new best friend Whether you use an electronic or paper version write down everything you need to do for the following week on a Sunday night both home and work Then break the day down into and schedule time slots for your work Client meetings networking social media in 15 minute slots maximum sales marketing and the ONE big thing that you need to get done that week From experience if you set yourself too many tasks for the following week you set yourself up for a fail By just having ONE big thing to get done means that you ensure it is done Whether that s writing a blog getting your accounts in order calling that Client etc AND give yourself a treat when you have done it Something that is off line and not related to business time out to read a book phone a friend go for a walk take a break in the garden Being disciplined and having set rules is the only way I have learnt to manage it 58 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E In our business group I encourage the members to have a box into which they write on pieces of paper ideas and projects they would like to work on when they get time These could be anything big from launching a new project to something small like re writing their about me page on Facebook or their website On the paper they also write the time it will take Then when they have a spare time slot or need a One thing project for the week they can dip into those ideas and get them done Build your Network Do you have a network of business contacts you can chat over ideas talk to about your new big thing or get advice For me a network is very important There are lots of not just female Business Networking communities that offer the first meeting free so you can go along and see whether it s a fit for your business The Costa del Sol has everything from groups for Spanish speakers CIT Marbella and BNI through to Business 1st Malaga Business Minds British Chamber of Commerce and Trusted Trades as well as the free Women only Costa Women

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Empowering Parents Ali and speakers at a Networking Event Asking for and getting help and support is crucial for you AND your business Empowering Parents Being a Parent and an entrepreneur aren t mutually exclusive The days when we were told you could have it all are long gone relegated to the square container in the corner of the room Having a life balance is the new elephant in the room but how do you manage it whilst running a household getting your kids up out and to school attending events and maintaining a relationship 60 Find alternative networking locations For some Parents it s just not possible to get along to an event In that case create your own It could be networking at the school gate or gym finding an online forum where you can ask and get answered the questions you have or creating a Facebook or WhatsApp group for other Parents who are also time bound Treat Social Media like a networking event and start conversations answer questions and pose solutions Asking for and getting help and support is crucial for you AND your business Take yourself and your idea seriously Yes you could wait until your kids have left home to launch your passion project However in reality if you don t do it someone else will If you have a business idea that you want to launch get some support from the beginning Contact an organisation like C A D E a foundation funded by the Junta de Andalucia to encourage and support the creation and consolidation of businesses and employment through the provision of free advice and services Online learning The majority of the business owners I meet are running their own businesses as solopreneurs and find it tough to keep up to date with the latest tools they need for marketing their products without support Social Media has made the life of a solopreneur easier You can easily find online courses and mentoring groups that give you the opportunity to improve your skillset Whether its learning how to create images for your website Facebook page or where to source the images there are 1000s of resources out there If you aren t sure which ones are best just ask at costawomen com we have a group for Entrepreneurs and the website is free to join too Understand and live with your limitations Allow for things going wrong It will happen the day you have planned to the last second when you get that call from the School that your child is sick Be kind to yourself Have a list of things you can do if you discover you are stuck at home and people you can call when you need help And don t be too proud to ask K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Ali is a social entrepreneur and founder of Costa Women the largest social networking community for women that live or plan to move to Spain

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Empowering Parents Empowering Parents A Networking Meeting on the Costa Recommended Resources www costawomen com www citmarbella es www bnimalaga com www business1st es Facebook Group Malaga Business Minds www britishchamberspain com www trustedtrades es www andaluciaemprende es CADE www udemy com www pixaby com www canva com www unsplash com Plan to Succeed with the Inspire Now Journal It s an easy to use productivity journal that helps you live an inspired life by organising your goals and enhancing your inner ability to achieve them Will help you keep a clear mind and focus on the structured goals tasks and actions you have set out to achieve Reflect on your progress weekly and use the lessons you learn to continuously improve yourself Watch the Most Motivational and Inspirational Video to help you to succeed in life visit www kidsonthecosta net 2017 2018 EDITION 61

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Making a Difference Is your child or teen or any others you know facing challenges or difficulties that they are struggling to cope with Childline Andalucia is a registered charity set up to provide a free confidential helpline service for children and teenagers living in southern Spain who may be dealing with personal or family issues bullying low self esteem or problems with mental health In the past 6 months they have been concentrating on training preparing their 121 chatlines which will be available in the near future to all children and teens from 5yrs to 19yrs This vital new service will enable your child or teen to share any problem or challenging issue they have in the strictest confidence Many children and teens find it difficult to confide in people they know often the ones they are closest to for many different reasons Why not take this opportunity to make your child or teen aware of the online service that Childline Andalucia can provide them today Please let them know that Ask Ziggy is a confidential online service with helpful information on a variety of issues they may be facing They can also ask a question and share their concerns problems and difficulties in confidence Making a Difference Initially this service will be available between 2 4pm 7 days a week but they need urgent funds and support to run it 24 hours a day to meet the needs of so many To date Childine Andalucia have helped children and teenagers on a variety of issues such as depression self harming suicide sexual abuse and many more challenging problems they face Founder Tracey Leigh Bennett would like to thank those who have supported and continue to support Childline Andalucia in so many ways Your support is valued and your help needed Thank you The introduction of a new contact point via their website is being set up for adults to contact them with any problems or concerns they have about their own child teen or others Childline Andalucia has proven to provide a valuable service to families and are urging the Andalucian community to please support them by donating what they can to enable them to improve the level of support they offer to vulnerable children and teenagers You can help them in a variety of ways Please get in touch via their website for more information to volunteer or to donate If you have a product service or event you d like to promote you can advertise on their website by way of a donation Please contact 0034 603 439 903 Your money will go towards a terrific cause It can save and improve a child s life www childlineandalucia org 2017 2018 EDITION 63

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Making a Difference BY KAREN KEEFE A Mother s Hope Love and Courage for her Son Leo the Lion Making a Difference My parents had moved to Spain from the Isle of Man 12 years ago I moved to Spain 9 years ago with my Mexican husband We have a 9 year old daughter called Sofia Leo was born full term and a healthy baby When Leo was about 2 years old he was very clumsy falling over etc nobody knows if it could have been the signs of the tumour and what was to be the beginning of the worst 2 years of my life filled with heartbreak grief and entering a world of cancer that I was naive to before and having to make life or death decisions to give Leo a chance to have a life This is Leo s story During the Summer of 2015 Leo was very lethargic vomiting in the mornings without any diarrhoea We went to the hospital and medical centre 8 times over a 2 month period to express our concerns Each time Leo s symptoms were put down to a virus and antibiotics were prescribed Symptoms continued and I demanded a blood test to be done which did not show anything Brain tumours do not show in blood tests At the beginning of September 2015 Leo had some weakness in his right hand He was right handed but was grabbing things with the left hand He would get mad and angry if I asked him to hold things in the right hand We went to the hospital again An x ray was then done to see if a bone had moved out of place Four or five doctors evaluated him who then came to the conclusion that Leo was being lazy Until there was one pediatrician who was not convinced and requested a CT scan This scan revealed a 9 5cm tumour in Leo s left brain He told us Leo would need an operation that same night or the following day Upon arrival to the main hospital the doctors did not see the urgency to operate immediately They told us the following week Leo would have the operation Three days later Leo had a stroke and convulsions which left him paralysed in the right side At that point the doctors had no option but to operate immediately 64 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Leo survived the operation but then contracted sepsis which attacked his lungs and liver He was put on life support and we were advised to switch off the machine Leo continued fighting and the tumour was diagnosed as benign Weeks later another 4 5cm tumour grew but the hospital in Spain refused to operate so we went to Alder Hey in the UK Leo had his second operation and the pathology report concluded that it was an aggressive type of brain cancer called Spnet ETMR They advised us that chemotherapy was intense and survival was low Leo breezed through the chemo sessions and then continued to have 6 months of clear MRI scans I felt relieved Leo had done it He had defied all of the odds overcome all of the obstacles that he had been crossed his path and left the doctors speechless with his strength and fight to have a life that he deserves In December 2016 Leo s scan revealed another tumour We found an immunotherapy trial in Pamplona and travelled there However 6 weeks after he began I felt like something was not right and asked for another MRI scan This scan showed another 2 tumours in Leo s left brain he was kicked off the trial with immediate effect We travelled back to Alder Hey for Leo s fourth brain operation The only

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Miracles Are Possible If the tumour returns there are no options left for him at this point Leo is one of the happiest little boys a person can ever meet but he has a long way to go He has been left with Hemiplegia in his right hand side so he does not walk and has loss of speech The doctors have told us due to Leo s age and the brain finding new pathways to perform functions and generate new cells that it is possible for Leo to progress walk again learn again speak again in the future Leo will require intense physio speech therapy and occupational therapy sessions for years People are still continuing to fundraise for Leo s private therapy as well Making a Difference option left was radiation to Leo s brain and I discovered that Proton therapy was the best option to help minimise the latter effects Spain and the UK would not fund this treatment that was only available in the USA We had 3 weeks to raise approximately 150 000 and we managed to do it with the power of raising awareness through social media newspapers and radio Leo completed proton therapy in Oklahoma on the 24th April 2017 as specialised disabled equipment Anyone who who would like to help Leo with his rehabilitation can donate on the website www gofundme com leothelion3 or via paypal to karenlisakeefe hotmail com You can follow Leo s progress on his facebook page www facebook com leothelionsfight I feel that it could be beneficial for nurses and doctors to receive more training into rare types of cancer The Internet is a great resource for information and is how I have been able to investigate the best treatments for Leo I would like to see resources openly available in hospitals where parents have access to Online medical cases reports research different treatments etc to enable them to reach the right decision for their child If something does not feel right with your child then push for answers ask question after question A parent s gut instinct is always the right one and as a parent you know your child the best Never give up even if the odds are stacked against you Miracles are possible 2017 2018 EDITION 65

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Family Friendly Networks Family Friendly Networks New Parents Forum Help and Be Helped Help us to help you by posting the issues in category s we ve created but you can also create your own that are affecting you and your family and the solutions you have learned along the way parenting your children Grandparents are welcome too we need your wisdom and guidance and we have created a special category just for you Thank you and we look forward to seeing you there getting to know you and welcoming you into the KOTC family Family Friendly Networks Being a parent today you need access to lots of information for many different reasons but it takes a lot of time and effort to research and source this We want to be able to bring all of that information together in one place that is easy to access contribute to with contributions from professionals here in southern Spain and further afield who will be ready to answer your questions and will be personalised to suit you and your family s needs and interests Family Friendly Networks 2 page editorial The Solution KOTC has launched a new Forum Parents on the Costa that is visually appealing free to join easy to use connects with professionals and services that can help and will be the first step in our exciting new range of services to families Please become a member today To get started post your questions or offer help to others make recommendations etc Free to Join at www kidsonthecosta net Costa Networking Family Snap Shots Project Kids on the Costa are excited to be creating a Family Snap Shot Project here in southern Spain where we will be sharing as many images as possible from each family on a gigantic collage and help families to connect and see all the wonderful places there are to visit in the Andalucian region To learn more about this unique project how to take part and upload an image via our website visit www kidsonthecosta net 67

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Family Friendly Networks Family Friendly Networks New Social Network for Families Make New Friends and Exclusive Access to Information Family Friendly Networks New Social Media Network for Families will be launching this year it s the next step in our new service and will be unique to families living and visiting southern Spain It s free to join for a limited period and is going to be a valuable new service that will give you access to meeting a lot more families that you and your children can easily connect with in your local area as well as other areas in Spain making new friends and gaining exclusive access to information that will help your family in so many ways We re excited Please visit www kidsonthecosta net to register your interest Don t Miss Out on joining for FREE Family Friendly Networks 2 page editorial Costa Women Network Help with Everyday Life Costa Women is a free and friendly site for women who are living in Spain or who are looking to make the move It provides an essential connection point for women along with space for you to join in and get real life tips and advice for and during your journey So far they have welcomed over 5 700 women to their free website www costawomen from 60 different nationalities You can grab a free ebook with tips from their members covering issues such as bringing up children working in Spain life and enjoying the lifestyle www costawomen com pages spainandme 68 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E

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What s On Guide Regular Events Worship Learn Play Care Socialise New Activity Register Your Interest New ceramics painting and pottery classes for children and adults in Spanish and English organised by the Art Centre in Mijas To register tel 606 412 165 Every Monday 1st Coin Scouts aged 10 14 from 5 30pm until 7pm at La Palacio in Coin Tel 633 064 355 email Cally dentalmavericks org Netball for fun and exercise What s On Guide Meet every Monday at La Cala Sports Centre 7 30 8 30 pm Ages 14 Contact Caroline at caroline_hales hotmail com Gibraltar Dyslexia Support Group Open evenings from 6 7pm at John Mackintosh Hall Child Immunisation Clinic held at the Primary Care Centre Gibraltar Winter 2 4pm Summer 9 11am Every Tuesday Every Wednesday and Saturday Children s Art classes at Casa de Correos Restaurante FREE FLAMENCO SHOW at 12 noon the bandstand of theVirgen de la Pe a square Mijas pueblo hosts a Flamenco performance Tel 952 58 90 34 or email frd mijas es for information C Santa Ana 11 Alora from 3pm 4pm Terry Durham teaches art to children Contact Gary or Tina Steele Tel 952 498 027 or email gsts1961 hotmail com St John s Ambulance Adult Volunteers Training Sessions Time 8 00 pm to 10 00 pm Held at St John s Ambulance Headquarters Coaling Island Gibraltar For further information contact Tel Gibraltar 20077390 Email training stjohn gi Studs and Stilettos Women s Football Club Ladies Football Club based in Fuengirola meet every Wednesday from 8 15 10pm at the Campo Suel ptich Free For more information contact Amanda Lewis Tel 616 143 035 studsandstilettos2012 yahoo es http studsandstilettos weebly com Every Tuesday and Thursday Free Language Exchange Workshops Tues 9 30 11 at Pensions Centre in Mijas Village Thur 9 30 11 at Pensioners Centre in Las Lagunas For information email frd mijas es or tel 952 589 910 2017 2018 EDITION 71

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What s On Guide Every Thursday Every Saturday The Lux Mundi Centre in Fuengirola open their Free Kids workshops at CAC Mijas from 10 30 12 noon Final registration on the previous Friday before 2pm by telephone 952 590 442 doors to all those wishing to spend a pleasant time meet old and new friends look at the books in the libraries in different languages see and buy some of the objects and or secondhand clothes book one their activities or trips or ask any questions of specific guidance and help have a coffee tea or a drink with a slice of cake or some snacks Enjoy the courtyards and gardens Lux Mundi takes great care of for their friends and visitors in an atmosphere of friendship and cordiality They look forward to seeing you Calle Nueva 3 29460 Fuengirola Tel 952 47 48 40 luxmundif gmail com Every Friday Kidz in Land Inland Mums meet every Friday at La Trocha for support social activities and a natter Tel 639 836 461 or 666 135 185 Rainbows Brownies What s On Guide 5 30pm to 8pm Explorer Scouts 8 30pm to 10pm Lifeboat Room Las Rampas Fuengirola info thearkspain com For info about 1st Scouts Fuengirola see www fuengirolascouts com Youth Group Free for 12 18 year olds 7 30 9 30 pm The wave Puerto Banus Hang out with fun people have a great time making new friends and experience God s love in your life Contact Jeremy Liza at lizabom hotmail com 1st Friday of Every Month Help with Meet the Dogs at Fathom s Bar Sabinillas from 11 30 Meet some of ADANA s dogs while enjoying coffee and cakes www adana es Last Friday of Every Month Diabetic support group Meetings start at 10 30am sharp at El Cortes Ingles Fuengirola off the bypass An opportunity to meet other diabetics who come along with their partner or friend to discuss as a group any problems they may be encountering A nurse is also present to take blood pressures and offer advice no meetings Anne Bowles 607 879 450 Coffee Morning in Plaza Manilva Estepona outside the new Longman s from 11 00am Delicious home made cakes and the latest news and gossip under the orange blossoms ADANA Association for the Rights of Abandoned Animals ADANA never puts down a healthy animal All events and stalls are organised and run by volunteers For enquiries relating to adoption of dogs lost animals unwanted and abandoned animals call the kennels between 10am and 2pm on 952 113 467 Mob 678 985 870 Please note that although they take phone calls between 10am and 2pm the actual shelter opening hours are 10 30am to 1 30pm Shop for all enquiries goods for sale donations of items etc please contact the shop between 10am and 2pm Tel 952 806 992 C Camino Padre Cura 14 Estepona www adana es ADHD Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is available at the Fellowship Bookshop Catholic Community Centre Line Wall Road Gibraltar For further information contact Tel 54027551 or 54014476 First Saturday of Every Month Family Day at Pabletes Messy Church Pabletes is a unique children s hairdressers where fun is the most important part of getting a haircut They understand how very little time parents have to see to themselves especially if spending all day with the kids That is why every Friday they open their doors to everyone in the family young to old to receive some much needed pampering haircuts manicures play for the kids etc and if they behave will be rewarded with a special lollypopl Friday 10am 1pm 4pm 8pm Calle Jacinto Benavente 33 Marbella Spain 29601 Tel 603 71 07 52 www pabletes com 72 First Friday of Every Month K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E 11 00 12 30 at Marlows Fish Chips Sabinillas Duquesa Lots of fun and informative activities for all ages www costachurch com From September to End of May Free guided walks in the beautiful rural areas of the municipality organised by the Mijas Foreigner s Department The walks leave Mijas town hall at 10am and last for between 2 and 4 hours The rural guides who speak English have designed their own routes which are designed for all the family including dogs on leads Just put your name down a few days in advance at the department in Mijas town hall or phone 952 48 59 00 Ext 244 242 220

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What s On Guide Any supporters of ARCH can visit the stables situated behind Miralmonte Venta on the road from Alhaurin el Grande to Coin on a Saturday morning from 10am noon For more information call Claire on 635 798 219 or Jill on 656 935 613 www horserescuespain org Andalucian Rescue Centre for Horses ARCH are a non profit organisation and registered charity number 8448 Live a historical re enactment parade Main Street up to Casemates Square Gibraltar at 12 noon Mass in English Nueva Andalucia Roman Catholic mass in English the Colonia El Angel Church 6pm Every Sunday The Anglican Church in San Pedro Second hand Market 9 am 2 pm at Mijas Hippodrome Twice Monthly Ecological Market by the Guadalhorce Ecologico Association Second Sunday At the Parque Andalucia Last Sunday at the La Cala Boulevard CHURCHES The Ark Christian Fellowship Family Worship at 11am Calle Rio Darro 2 Las Lagunas de Mijas Sunday School and weekly meetings Call 952 592 171 for more information Elim Family Fellowship Sunday Service and Sunday School 11 00 Everybody welcome Plaza Ibensa Benalmadena beneath bar Sinatra www elimfamilyfellowship com Tel 952 446 627 The Wave Christian Centre Sunday 11am Contemporary fellowship Includes children s church full of fun and learning Vibrant lively and welcoming to all ages all nationalities Avenida de las Naciones Unidas 68 29660 Puerto Banus www puertobanuschurch com Tel What s On Guide Ecological market from 10am with a wide range of fruit and vegetables Casa Chill Out Avda Santa Amalia 5 Fuengirola Spain Almost opposite Hotel Itaca and the Police Station English services at 10am in the hall adjacent to the modern Roman Catholic church the Parroquia de la Virgen del Roc o Av de la Virgen del Roc o 25 San Pedro just north from the MacDonald s roundabout The Anglican Methodist Church in Sotogrande English services at 12 noon in the modern Roman Catholic church Iglesia de Sotogrande Nuestra Sra de La Merced see website for a map Every Sunday there is a Sunday School and new children children on holiday always welcome www costachurch com or contact the chaplain Rev Adrian Low Tel 952 808 605 The Parish of St Andrews Los Boliches Fuengirola Sunday Services 11 30am Community events and activities Cine afternoons coffee mornings pancake evening Easter egg hunts Family Carol Services at Christmas fairs quizzes Sunday School and Mustard Seed Gang Calahonda Church Iglesia de San Miguel Sunday Services 9 30am with Sunday School Benalmadena Iglesia Virgen del Carmen Avda de Bonanza Capilla de San Jos entrance opposite Edf Minerva Sunday Services 9 30am Alhaurin El Grande Cemetery Chapel Camino de la Reina Sunday Services 11 30am 1st Sunday All age service 2nd 4th and 5th Sunday Sung Communion 3rd Sunday Morning Prayer Coin Iglesia de Cristo Monda Road Holy Communion 10 30am every 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month Chaplain Father Alaric Lewis Contact details Tel 952 580 600 Chaplaincy Office or 617 577 391 Chaplaincy Mobile http www st andrewscofe spain org 34 620 741 361 2017 2018 EDITION 73

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What s On Guide Evangelical Baptist Churches Last Sunday Every Month The Church of Scotland Free entry to Picasso Museum Palacio de Buenavista C San Agustin 8 Malaga All services start at 11am Meet for worship every Sunday at 10 30am in the Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre Calle Nueva 3 Fuengirola Reformed and Presbyterian For more information visit www churchofscotlandcostadelsol eu or call Rev Morris M Dutch on 951 260 982 Community Church service Sunday School Mother and Toddler Group meet every Thursday for kids aged 0 3 years 11am 1pm at the Elim Family Fellowship Plaza Ibensa Benalmadena 3 per family Billinual Qualified UK carer Tel 952 446 627 C Gregorio Mara on 4 Torremolinos Tel 952 622 680 Baptist Church service and Sunday School at Norwegian Church El Campanario Av del Cortijo 3 Tel Deacon Terry Webb 952 815 528 or Deacon Sue Labbett 952 832 533 Mums and Tots Group meet every Thursday from 11am 1pm at the Ark Christian Fellowship Lifeboat Room Las Rampas Fuengirola for kids aged 0 4 years old Tel Bernie 606 305 663 Marbella Christian Church service and children s church and friendly group that everyone is welcome to join For kids aged 0 3 to socialise interact and play with other children and for mums to have a coffee and a chat Every Wednesday from 11am 1pm at Aloha Gardens Nueva Andalucia Call Rachel on 669 772 133 or email bouncersmarbella hotmail com Cristamar Centre Puerto Ban s Tel 637 408 194 www marbellachurch com Gibraltar Methodist Church 11 00am 297 Main St Service and Sunday School Tel 350 200 77491 or 350 200 40870 What s On Guide For Mums Dads and Tots Presbyterian Church of Scotland 10 30am Worship and Sunday School St Andrew s Church Governor s Parade Gibraltar Tel 350 200 77040 Tennis at Club del Sol Urb Sitio de Calahonda every Sunday at 11am 16 euros per person which includes 1 Dunlop tennis ball and free mineral water during the matches and a cocktail party snacks at the end of the tournament Tel 952 939 595 or email info tenniscostadelsol com This is a lovely place to take the family with easy parking and a massive beautiful safe terrace Every 2nd Sunday 10 30am Family Service Cemetery Chapel Alhaur n el Grande Bouncers Mother Toddler Group is a relaxed Trinity Toddlers Craft and Play Group meet each Wednesday 10 15am 11 45am at the Holy Trinity Cathedral Gibraltar 1 pound charge per child which includes snacks and tea or coffee for the parent Monthly Postnatal support meetings facilitated by Irish Midwife Anne Everyone welcome for an informal coffee a chat and baby weigh in to 1yoa 1st Week Tuesdays at Jay Jangles in Fuengirola 3rd Week Fridays at Bouncers in Nueva Andalucia Check irishmidwife on Facebook page for dates or Tel 630 231 037 Exercise Classes Yoga for Kids in Sotogrande Classes for children aged 4 6 7 9 10 12 teens NEW Family Yoga in a world where parents and children are so busy family yoga provides a wonderful place to spend healthy and happy quality time together bonding and strengthening relationships in the family Call 678327810 for more information Please note events can be cancelled or changed at short notice so do phone first to check 74 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E

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What s On Guide A diverse range of events for all the family to enjoy from June 2017 until April 2018 Christmas events announced in our special Winter Festive edition see our website for details and for announcements of more events Please note that at the time of going to print the events listed are accurate but please check with the event organiser before attending to avoid disappointment JUNE 4th International Chamber Music Festival 31 May 4 June Malaga Visit Malaga and introduce your children to a magical chamber music festival There is no other like it in Spain so far More information can be found at www malagaclasica com What s On Guide Guitar Trade Fair 2 June 5 June Malaga Malaga welcomes the world s leading guitar manufacturers Guitar Trade Fair presents all the new technology in the guitar world Visitors and teenage guitar lovers have the opportunity to find and buy their favorite instrument www tradefairdates com Messy Church 3 June 11 00 12 30 at Marlows Fish Chips Sabinillas Duquesa Lots of fun and informative activities for all ages Monthly Activity www costachurch com Los Arcos Family Fun Day 3 June BBQ virtual reality pony rides games bouncy castle face painting live DJ and entertainment Join in for a fantastic fun filed day for all the family www losarcosestepona com Mustard Seed Gang 4 June Cemetery chapel Alhaurin al Grande An afternoon of fun Free for children of all ages with arts and crafts songs and theatre and refreshments http www st andrewscofe spain org Oz 6 and 7 June Sotogrande International School Kindred Spirit Project 6 30 9pm Tickets available from SIS reception or at gate Raising funds for Hogar Betania 76 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Candlelit Summer Fair Feria de San Bernabe 4 11 June Marbella San Bernabe Fair represents the great feasts of Marbella The day of St Barnabas along with the day of Carmen is one of the most important moments for the city A special fair full of activities and music for children www marbella es fiestas fiestas san bernabe htm World Music Festival 6 8 June Gibraltar Thousands of ways to say Thank you The Gibraltar World Music Festival will celebrate cultures of Portuguese speaking countries with music workshops and a street party Whole family is invited Enjoy special Portuguese flavors info gibraltarproductions com Candlelit Summer Fair Saturday 17th June 8pm to Midnight Join Arboretum Marbella and celebrate the arrival of summer with an evening event full of art culture and creativity lit by hundreds of candles Delightful event for all the family www fundacionarboretum org

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What s On Guide Professional Development Open Day 20th June 2017 The University of Gibraltar is hosting a Professional Development Open Day at the University of Gibraltar Europa Point Campus between 5 30pm and 7 30pm The aim of the Open Day is to present the professional courses which will be available for the academic year 2017 18 www unigib edu gi Fuengirola Pop Weekend 22 25 June Don t miss the Fuengirola Pop Weekend at Castillo Sohail The Beach Boys Paul Collins The Runarounds La Banda del Foro Hawaii Five and many more Tickets on sale now www fuengirolapop com Fiesta de San Juan Family Day at the Stables 25 June 10 am 4 pm Ranch Siesta Los Rubios Estepona A fabulous day out Come and meet the horses and ponies Riding displays Face painting Cakes and stalls Fun on the Shetland pony cart Free pony rides Games and competition Grand finale show at 3 30pm Cinda pony rella www facebook com ranchsiesta International Festival of Music Dance Fiesta de San Juan 23 26 June Fuengirola Each year in the Boquetillo in Fuengirola there is a specially organized street party to celebrate San Juan Lively Spanish music attractions and other entertainment are also available for children www fuengirola es La Fiesta de San Juan 23 24 June Costa del Sol San Juan s night is said to be a night of magic People holding hands walk into the sea backwards while they make wishes At 1am along the beaches of the Costa del Sol families enjoy barbecues and children play by the sea til early morning www spanish fiestas com festivals Feria de San Juan Ojeando Festival 30 June 1 July Oj n The quiet village of Oj n above Marbella becomes a hub of indie rock and pop and is one of the greatest festivals in M laga Province for the lovers of this music For family members teens have to be 18 years or over www ojeando festival es Art Fair Malaga 17 30 June 2 July Malaga Second largest art fair in Spain Program of talks conferences live painting and recreational activities www artfairmalaga com Cordoba Guitar Festival 30 June 9 July Cordoba A cultural event for all ages Diverse musical and artistic events surround this instrument Parents and children will be able to visit different stages with jazz blues folk Celtic music and post modern rhythms All will play a part www guitarracordoba org Weekend Beach Festival 5 8 July Torre de Mar One weekend Beach Festival for the teenagers Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult One of the major music festivals in Spain and is held in Torre del Mar Feel the vibes It s all about the music and beach www weekendbeach es 24 29 June Arroyo de la Miel Five nights of celebration as streets surrounding Paloma Park come alive with fairgrounds live music bands disco marquee tent food drink and shopping stalls Flamenco dances and other cultural activities for all www benalmadena es Full Moon Festival VII Fit Kid Dance Championship Los Alamos Beach Festival 25 June Telof Benagalbon 34 620 741 361 10am at Tower Torre de Benagalb n Malaga www gymvictory es What s On Guide 25 June Granada Magnificent flamenco and classical music festival The event attracts thousands of visitors Held in the Alhambra Palace and the surrounding area Children will love dancing to the rhythms of excellent music www granadafestival org JULY date tbc Manilva 8 00pm Paseo Mar timo and the beaches at Sabinillas host this magic full moon festival Magnificent chilled out atmosphere There will be jugglers acrobats fire torches flying lanterns and much more starting at 8 00pm 13 16 July Alamos Beach Torremolinos www losalamosbeach com 2017 2018 EDITION 77

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What s On Guide Starlite Festival Banks and most chain stores and supermarkets will be closed Take your kids to a Chiringuito for lunch and to the beach in the afternoon Book a table before hand as it will be mobbed by 2pm with Spanish families www andalucia com festival monthlyguide aug htm Virgen del Carmen fair 7th Gibraltar Junior International Chess Festival 13 July 26 August Marbella A cultural and charitable event you won t want to miss this summer More than 20 concerts are performed by international stars www starlitemarbella com 16 July VIRGEN DEL CARMEN Andaluc a Towns along Andaluc a s coast celebrate the patron saint of fishermen Places where you can see this fiesta include Ben lmadena Torremolinos La Carihuela beach Estepona Manilva Fuengirola and Marbella www andalucia com festival virgindelcarmen htm Miss Teen Model 22 July Alameda Open Air Theatre Gibraltar 9pm Tickets 15 Part proceeds to BloodWise Gibraltar For further information please call Tel 350 54028980 or 350 54003234 What s On Guide VIVA MI PLANETA 7 August Marbella Fun show for kids from Cantajuego Performing at the Starlite Festival in Marbella www cantajuego com Gibraltar Beer Festival 28 July 2 August Marbella Marbella the hot spot of the European Summer hosts the Modern Contemporary Art Show in the middle of the summer season Great opportunity to introduce your children to the world of modern art www marbellafair com Date tbc Gibraltar 7pm As part of the National Week celebrations the Gibraltar Beer Festival 12th Edition kicks off at 7pm The festival takes place at Bayside Sports Complex Fireworks music children activities and lots of free beer for the adults Info Tel 350 54005729 Festival of Colours The Gibraltar Fair Marbella Art Fair 29 July Gibraltar Music festival www buytickets gi 13th Healing Arts Festival 29 30 July San Pedro Alcantara Includes eco holistic market informative talks concerts dance yoga children s activities area with games and performances delicious food and drinks Entry only 1 euro Proceeds donated to charity organisations www festivalartesano com Summer Cinema July and August Torremolinos Outdoor cinema during the summer months on the beaches of Torremolinos especially on Playamar beach Movie fun for all the family www malagaweb com holidays torremolinosholidays php AUGUST The Annual Malaga Fair 13 20 August Malaga An exuberant week long street party with plenty of flamenco as well as some great concerts and special children s activities held at the Caseta Infantil del Real and the Feria Magica Centro Asunci n de la Virgin 15 August National Holiday 78 17 21 August Gibraltar Once again the festival welcomes chess players of all nationalities The event takes place at the Caleta Hotel Competitive chess playing opportunities with an equally strong social fun and educational programme www gibraltarchesscongress com junior K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E 19 27 August Gibraltar 8 30pm 12 Midnight Children s Toddler s rides at the Fairground are priced at 1 50 other rides at 2 There is delicious food and drinks at the Family Pavilion The Churros stall will be set up Entertainment every night with local and visiting performers www visitgibraltar gi events SEPTEMBER Fair in Mijas Pueblo In the first half of September takes place the Fair in Mijas Pueblo in honor of its patron saint the Virgen de la Pe a with an extensive program of activities for adults and children of ages www malagaweb com holidays mijas holidays php Tourist Day 7 September Torremolinos In homage to tourists who visit this pioneer town of tourism since the 50 s In downtown and the beaches of Bajondillo La Carihuela and Playamar take place folk performances and gastronomy Fun for the whole family and kids www torremolinos es MTV Presents Gibraltar Calling 2 3 September Clean Bandit Craig David and Steve Aoki will all be performing at MTV Presents Gibraltar Calling an outdoor live music spectacular to be staged on the famous Rock An event you don t want to miss this www gibraltarcalling com

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What s On Guide Gibraltar Music Festival 3 4 September Gibraltar One for the teenagers The Gibraltar Music Festival nominated in 2015 for Best Overseas Festival award at UK Music Festival Awards For information and full line up of acts visit www gibraltarmusicfestival com Feria de las Maravillas 9 September Nerja Take your kids to the beautiful waterfalls of Nerja and later to the feast of patron saint Virgen de las Maravillas This day takes place a procession of the Virgin through the streets fireworks local gastronomy and music http www explorenerja com fiestas htm Mustard Seed Gang 9 September Cemetery chapel Alhaurin al Grande An afternoon of fun Free for children of all ages with arts and crafts songs and theatre and refreshments http www st andrewscofe spain org Gibraltar National Day 15th Butterfly Children Golf Ball Charity 16 and 17 September Marbella Two events will take place at Aloha Golf in aid of the Butterfly Children Charity For the golfers the events begin on Saturday with a Stableford Individual Golf Tournament www butterflychildrencharity com For those who like to be entertained Sunday 17th September hosts a Night under the stars on the terrace of Aloha Golf Restaurant For tickets and more info email butterflychildren debra es San Miguel Fair 27 September 1 October Torremolinos Lots of colourful huts offer a variety of foods and drinks Entertainment with street musicians small roller coasters rides and the Ferris wheel Don t miss the procession of ox carriages and horse driven carts www torremolinos es 12th International Film Festival 4 8 October Marbella Marbella hosts this prestigious festival which features highest quality films gala events of short films and length films and the 24 Film Challenge competitions Check for documentaries for your kids interesting to watch www marbellafilmfestival com Tel Three Little Pigs 1 October 11 am Tickets 6 Echegaray Theatre Malaga The story of the three little pigs who decide to build a house to protect themselves from the inclement weather and so as not to fall into the claws of the terrible wolf The staging of an updated version of a traditional story An entertaining adventure and an unforgettable experience that children will delight it www teatroechegaray com What s On Guide 10 September Gibraltar The Rock becomes a sea of red white and blue with many activities The day commemorates Gibraltar s first sovereignty referendum of 1967 Kids enjoy food music and kids activities all around the fairground www visitgibraltar gi events OCTOBER Artisanal Cheese Festival Teba Teba village smells of cheese every first weekend of October More than fifty stalls offer this product in infinite varieties goat cow sheep or mixed fresh tender semi cured old with spices in oil All family will love tasting www spainfoodsherpas com 12 autumn food festivals in malaga Tapa Tour 1 7 October A group of restaurants and bars in Malaga participate in the Ruta Exquisita Victoria Great opportunity to take the kids for a tour of Malaga City and taste some of the best tapas and drinks approx cost 2 50 8th international Seville Guitar Festival 14 21 October Seville A great celebration of the guitar with classical jazz and flamenco music concerts and competitions Children join workshops lectures and courses www guitartfestivalsevilla com 34 620 741 361 2017 2018 EDITION 79

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What s On Guide Feria de Rosario Fuengirola Fair 6 12 October Fuengirola Locals dressed beautifully in traditional suits Fuengirola feria also pays particular attention to displays of horsemanship During the daytime locals ride horses and bring them into the fairground Fantastic family friendly week with lots to do see and eat www fuengirola es Nerja Fair 8 12 October tbc Festivities in honor of Our Lady of Sorrows and St Michael the Archangel the patron saints of Nerja During these days there are processions a festival of flamenco singing folklore performances carriages typical verbenas and more http www explorenerja com fiestas feria_de_nerja htm 2 Days Walking KIDS 2017 12 13 October Marbella In conjunction with Marbella 4 Days Walking for Adults Marbella 2 Days Walking is especially for children between 4 and 12 years For every 5 children it is obligatory to have at least one adult What a day for a walk www marbella4dayswalking com 4 Days Walking 2017 What s On Guide 12 15 October Marbella For the seventh year in a row Marbella holds the 4 Days Walking M4DW Almost 2000 participants from all over Europe and Spain take place Inspired by the biggest walkathon in the world Vierdaagse held in the Netherlands www marbella4dayswalking com Wedding Celebrations Fair 13 15 October Malaga The 11th Celebra M laga is a fair that showcases services and products related to the planning and preparation of wedding baptism communion party or anniversary www celebramalaga com San Lucas festival 14 22 October Jaen Near Granada a traditionally agricultural livestock fair that takes place in an enclosure separated into stands and marquees Kids enjoy a week full with with music playgrounds typical marquees cultural activities and bullfights www turjaen org es que hacer fiestas y ocio Home Fair Costa del Sol 27 29 October Marbella Free seminars given by local specialists The seminars will be held in English and are designed for those who are already living on the Costa del Sol or for those who plan to buy or renovate a property in southern Spain www homefaircostadelsol com 80 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Yunquera Wine and Chestnut Festival 29 30 October Yunquera Yunquera offers a great variety of small isolated white villages where the word tranquility doesn t even come close to describe it The Wine and Chestnut Festival is a good reason to take a trip with your family and taste their flavors www spainfoodsherpas com 12 autumn food festivals in malaga Halloween 31 October Keep an eye out for halloween party info at www kidsonthecosta net NOVEMBER All Saints Day 1 November The Spanish remember their dearly departed on All Saints Day and bring flowers to the graves of their loved ones See a performance of Don Juan Tenorio on All Saints Day Week long festivities www andalucia com festival carnivals htm Guy Fawkes Night 5 November British celebration The British celebrate the capture of terrorists who were caught trying to blow up the Houses of Parliament Guy Fawkes was a member of a group of provincial English Catholics who planned the failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605

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What s On Guide Thanksgiving Day 26 November Americans celebrate In 1621 the Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag Indians shared an autumn harvest feast known as the firstThanksgiving celebrations in the colonies It is a symbol of peace between English and Native Americans St Andrews Day 30 November Scottish celebration The Scots celebrate their patron saint though many would argue that Burns night has succeeded it Nonetheless who needs an excuse for a dram of whisky or two DECEMBER Keep an eye out for our special edition out in November for lots of Christmas events Malaga Marathon 25 Tost n popular Fiesta th 4th Marbella International Bridge Tournament 2017 9 11 November The 4th Marbella International Bridge Tournament Thousands of euros in prize money Children enjoy delicious meals and parents expensive wine Enjoy bridge and luxury in Marbella www marbellabridge com 5th Gibunco Literary Festival 16 19 November Gibraltar For book lovers of all ages Join the 4th International Literary Festival on The Rock where world writers and speakers come together for four days of public events Staged in the famous Regency Garrison Library and historic buildings www visitgibraltar gi events My Mascot 6 Companion Animal Show th 25 26 November Malaga My Mascot Sal n del Animal de Compa a is a unique event in Andalusia dedicated to pets The best showcase of products and services related to pet care www feriamimascota com Tel Finland Independence Day What s On Guide 5 November Oj n An opportunity for kids and parents to learn the process of roasting chestnuts and to enjoy the local cuisine with dishes like grilled bacon chestnut stew the bolo ojeneto with chickpeas pork and potatoes What a yummy festival www spainfoodsherpas com 12 autumn food festivals in malaga 10 December Malaga Go for a run with your family to the 8th edition Malaga Marathon 4 000 runners are expected to participate A perfect date to enjoy Malaga www maratonmalaga com 6 December All kind of various events for children and adults will take place up and down the Coast including the Fuengirola Feria ground at Pe a Seneca The Feast of the Immaculate Conception 8 December Spain Inmaculada Concepcion is celebrated this day Restaurants and cafes will stay open as may many shopping centres but check before hand Mustard Seed Gang 9 December Cemetery chapel Alhaurin al Grande An afternoon of fun Free for children of all ages with arts and crafts songs and theatre and refreshments http www st andrewscofe spain org Winter Solstice 21 December Today is the shortest Day of the year when the Sun is at its most southern point The day of the Holy Innocents 28 December All over Spain Spanish equivalent of April s Fool Day Although it comes from a bloody episode of biblical times nowadays is a pagan holiday Kids and parents play tricks on each other and often the media will make spoof announcements 34 620 741 361 2017 2018 EDITION 81

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What s On Guide Verdiales Festival Theater Festival End of Year Golf Tournament Australia Join Day 28 December On the outskirts of Malaga Every year Veriales holds this amazing competition of song and dance Take your family and taste the flamenco flavours of the region There is fairground with music children activities and competitions for best traditional costumes www andalucia com festival verdiales htm 31 December La Cala Mijas Today takes place the traditional End of the Year tournament in Lacala Resort Hole your last putt of 2017 playing one of the best mixed pairs tournaments on the Costa del Sol www LaCala com JANUARY 26 January Celebrations with our Ozzie cousins and break out the Barbie with your Sheila wife and ankle biters kids and down a couple of tinnies beers FEBRUARY Carnival de Marbella 6 January Many Christians celebrate Epiphany holiday Epiphany marks two events in Jesus life The first event was when the three wise kings visited infant Jesus The second event was when St John the Baptist baptized Jesus February date tbc Marbella Children participate constantly in this interactive carnival where they get to play with bubbles and blow feathers along the streets dressed in colourful costumes Enjoy all day dancing and singing in the vibes of carnival mood www marbellaexclusive com es St Knut s Day Carnival Epiphany in Spain 13 January Traditional festival celebrated in Sweden and Finland What s On Guide January February For the last 34 years the Malaga Theatre Festival is celebrated between January and February Throughout five weeks theater becomes the protagonist Plenty of theatre and theatrical activities for children Check for dates www teatrocervantes com St Hilary of Poitiers 14 January Comares Fair in honour of the local patron saint Hilary of Poitiers Family religious processions take place music and dance with locals Kids gather around the enormous paella and help being prepared When cooked they share it February date tbc Benalmadena celebrates carnival with plenty of music dance and colors For 10 days families and children can join in and enjoy lively parades masquerades and competitions For further information you should contact the tourism office Tel 952 44 24 94 World Snow Day 15 January Sierra Nevada Ski resorts promote skiing for young people with sports Surprises various leisure activities and special prizes for children who begin to learn to ski www sierranevada es St Anthony day 17 January Alhaurin and Malaga St Anthony is the patron saint of all animals except dragons and services are held in churches all over Spain 19th where you can take along your pet and get them blessed Churches turn into petting Zoos www idealspain com pages Fiestas malaga_fiestas html Burns Night 25 January Costa del Sol Today is the annual celebration of the life of poet Robert Burns Many bars and organizations here on the Costa del Sol hold a Burns supper with poems The evening also involves downing a wee dram of whiskey www robertburns org Feria de Jerez 82 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E

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What s On Guide Carnival in Torremolinos February date tbc Torremolinos Great atmosphere and massive participation of the residents numerous activities such as Chirigotas carnival parade in La Carihuela costume contest for children and a Grand Ball at the Palace of Congresses and Exhibitions www malagaweb com holidays torremolinos holidays php Jerez Flamenco Festival 23 February 10 March Jerez This is one of the most important flamenco festivals in Andaluc a Adults and kids have the opportunity to learn the history of flamenco and take dance courses in this lively show festival A cultural event not to be missed www jerez es Andaluc a Day 28 February Holiday in Andalusia South Spain celebrates the 1980 referendum on the Statute of Autonomy of Andalusia Expect a celebration at your kid s school MARCH March date tbc Gibraltar 7pm 1am Since 2007 Calentita has grow from a food festival to being a cultural event supporting many areas of art There will be plenty of entertainment for the whole family The event culminates with a one minute firework display www visitgibraltar gi events International Women s Day 8 March The story of women s struggle for equality belongs to no single feminist nor to any organization but to the collective efforts of all who care about human rights Gloria Steinem This is a global day celebrating women facebook internationalwomensday What s On Guide Calentita Food Festival Carnival Common wealth Day 12 March Gibraltar This is a bank holiday with shops and businesses closed St Patrick s Day 17 March Costa del Sol Irish residents all along the coast stage parties for their patron Saint celebrating with traditional dance and music For this day contact your local Foreign Residents Department for information on events in your area www malagaweb com holidays Spanish Father s Day 19 March National holiday This day falls on D a de San Jos which reflects the influence of the Catholic church on the Spanish calendar Most families in Spain get together for a big lunch or dinner with fathers and grandfathers and present them with gifts Dia de la Berza 22 March Torremolinos Today is the day of the cabbage only in Spain eh when local residents pay homage to this humble vegetable Celebrations include families gather for a lunch of various dishes with cabbage being the main ingredient Tourist office tel 952 37 19 09 Tel 34 620 741 361 2017 2018 EDITION 83

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What s On Guide Holy Week 21 March 1 April Semana Santa Public holidays and processions of spectacular floats and penitents can be seen throughout the week in Malaga as well as most towns and villages APRIL April date tbc Malaga Outstanding concert halls churches and theatres will serve as ideal venues for competitions and concerts Concerts will also take place on open air stages A variety of cultural entertainment choices for the whole family enjoy The International People s fair 31 March 6 April Jewish holiday Passover Pesach is celebrated to the deliverance of the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt End April beg May date tbc Fuengirola Takes place from 1pm to 4 am At the Fuengirola fairground near the train station over 30 countries from all around the world present their customs Dress up your kids and join Colourful multi ethnic party Do NOT miss it www fuengirola es Dia de Sopa D a de la Morcilla 14th April Monda In spring Monda pays homage to its most famous dish today This festival promotes local gastronomy Town authorities bring out a huge wooden bowl of soup local mums bring their own soups and kids get a free lunch www malaga es es turismo 29 April Canillas de Aceituno The Black Pudding Day is held each year in Canillas de Aceituno in honour of one of the village s most valued products More than 300 kilos of black pudding are shared to local families and visitors washed down with a good local wine www visitcostadelsol com whats on fairs and festivals St George s Day Coming soon to Malaga Jewish Passover 23April English celebration The English enjoy their National Saint s Day Don t forget to wear your red rose What s On Guide 4th Canta en Primavera Festival Coral Internacional 2018 World Masters World Athletics 5 16 September Malaga Keep an eye out on the website for all the details We re excited can t wait www malaga2018 com D a de la Morcilla 84 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E

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museum has free entry the first Sunday of every month Getting in for free means you won t mind when the long faces appear and it s time to go out to find the nearest ice cream seller And speaking of eating out most family themed restaurant chains offer promos ranging from 2x1 on selected days or free meals if it s your birthday But if you re looking for something a little more Spanish remember to stay away from the tourist traps with over priced and subpar fare At lunchtime move on to the side streets to find restaurants with a fixedprice menu men del d a to get a 3 course meal with a drink for under 10 If your Spanish is not so great or non existent don t forget to download a free translation app to use when out and about Google Translate can be used offline and even Services Directory Family Saving Ideas comes with a camera translate function to avoid having to type Although a translation app is not perfect it can definitely help in those awkward moments For more ideas on making your hard earned euros stretch further check out MoneySaverSpain com and join thousands of people who already save every day in Spain Web MoneySaverSpain com 2017 2018 EDITION 87

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Family Friendly Services FAMILY FRIENDLY SERVICES Services Directory ACTIVITIES AND CAMPS developing young minds Courses and Tutors Emergency First Response Costa del Sol Extra Tuition in All Subjects Benalmadena to Estepona English and Spanish Courses Fuengirola Solingua Spanish for Foreigners Benalmadena International Nurseries and Schools Aloha College Marbella SIS Sotogrande The Ark Christian School Mijas Costa Nursery for Sale La Cala de Mijas BABYSITTING CHILDCARE FAMILY FUN feeing up more time Peter Rabbit Childcare Costa del Sol p89 BOOKS STORES bedtime reading Stories to Inspire Educate Author Anna McKann p8 10 Aprendia Bookstore p12 17 Growth Mindset for Families KJ Walton p14 Spanish Workbooks Cooking with Languages p23 CHURCHES AND WORSHIP CENTRES fellowship in the community Directory Costa del Sol p52 POST OFFICE COURIER SERVICE fast and efficient Offex Spain Costa del Sol p91 COMPETITIONS great fun and prizes galore Inspiring Costa Kids Teens Writing Cooking with Languages Kids Colouring Prison Island Family Question p10 p32 p45 CONCIERGE taking care of your every need EUTSM Marbella 88 EDUCATION to keep them active Arts Crafts Ceramics by Messy Monsters Costa del Sol p29 Camps see Summer Camps Chocolate Workshops Mayan Monkey Mijas Mijas Pueblo p42 Church Messy Church Duquesa p27 Various see p70 Kids Clubs Scouts Rainbows etc see p70 Martial Arts Marbella TaeKwonDo Marbella p29 Performance Academies International Theatre School Fuengirola p29 30 Nelson Music Academy Fuengirola p31 Stagecoach Fuengirola Marbella Gibraltar p29 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E p92 p22 p22 p22 p22 p25 p25 p24 p23 ENTERTAINMENT AND PARTIES for all the family Costa Bouncy Castles Hire Costa del Sol Mundo Mania Parties Estepona Party Extras Hire Costa del Sol Virtual Reality Centre Hire Estepona indoor and outdoor Butterfly Park Benalmadena Crocodile Park Torremolinos Ice Sating Rink Benalmadena Mayan Monkey Mijas Mijas Pueblo Malaga Ferris Wheel Malaga Port Mundo Mania Play Park Estepona Prison Island Benalmadena Selwo Aventura Safari Park Estepona Selwo Marina Benalmadena Tivoli World Theme Park Benalmadena p43 p41 p41 p41 p42 p44 p42 p42 p42 p45 p45 p40 p44 p40

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE FOOD AND DRINK for more variety Iceland Mijas Puerto Banus Sotogrande Muuti Organic Smoothies PROPERTY p93 p35 100 HAIRDRESSING unique and fun for kids Pabletes Marbella p88 HEALTH p90 RADIO TV keeping you informed Marbella Lifestyle p2 SOCIAL NETWORKS CLUBS make new friends Family Snap Shots Project southern Spain Family Social Network southern Spain Costa Women Spain Parents Forum Southern Spain Various in What s On Regular p67 p68 p30 p67 79 p70 SUMMER CAMPS so much fun I T S Dance Fuengirola Solingua Spanish Benalmadena Aloha Summer School Marbella ClubsComplete Laude Int Marbella Marbella Gymnastics Nuevo Andalucia SIS Sotogrande p30 p20 p33 p33 p30 p33 Services Directory caring for your family s well being Antenatal Care Irish Midwife Costa del Sol p74 Counselling and Coaching Crisis Counselling Childline Andalucia Andalucia p63 Life Counselling via Skype Just One Small Step Worldwide p59 Outdoor Family Life Therapy Vakantie Therapie p59 Parent and Teen Coaching Antonia Behan Costa del Sol and Gibraltar p56 The Kids Coach Andrea Robson Costa del Sol p54 Walking Coaching Therapy for Dads Vakantie Therapie p59 Dentists Orthodontists Dental Studio Fuengirola p89 MarDenta Marbella p91 Pediatrician Dr Luzdivina Marbella p88 buying and selling Inmobillium Properties LEGAL family law services De Cotta Law Mijas Costa and Coin p90 MONEY ADVICE TIPS more to spend Money Saver Spain Spain p84 PERSONALISED LABELS don t lose it HG Labels Costa del Sol p88 PET CARE because we care El PinilloVets Torremolinos p88 See our list of emergency services and other helpful information on page 98 p92 p92 See how to partner with us and get your business service listed here on page 96 PRINT DESIGN get noticed P R Grafis Printers KO Media Creative Design 2017 2018 EDITION 89

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Family Friendly Services VETS FAMILY FRIENDLY VET PRACTICE Services Directory LABELLING HEALTH DR LUZDIVINA PAEDIATRIC CLINIC LABELLING HFG LABELING SERVICES Conchi and Alicia are two sisters that are vets and with support of their team provide a very friendly and caring service towards their clients and the pets they love This Spanish and English speaking vet practice offers the latest and most up to date veterinary services and provide helpful advice on all areas of how to care for your pet Their excellent grooming service for dogs is the perfect place to get your pooch looking their best and making them happier They offer a 24 hour emergency service Location Pasaje Blanquillo 1 29620 Torremolinos Tel Tel 951 90 90 30 Web www facebook com vetelpinillo Dr Luzdivina is a qualified paediatrician with 20 years experience including postgraduate studies in Paediatrics Neumology and Allergies She prides herself on delivering compassionate and comprehensive medical services to children from birth through adolescence Her friendly knowledgeable and helpful approach to the well being of children ensures that English and Spanish speaking parents feel reassured and in excellent care Location Marbella Tel E mail 34 673 383 945 952 867 213 For Appointments and Emergency Home Visits lgm9211 yahoo es HFG Labeling Services HFG Labeling Services supplies name tapes labels and personalized items to pre schools International Spanish schools universities residential homes and hospitals in Costa del Sol The Peninsula The Islands and Gibraltar Labeling your items always help identify your possessions Choose from woven iron and property labels school accessories ID wrist bands and luggage straps rulers pens gym sacs book bags luggage straps pencil cases and key holders all available at very competitive prices We offer a very personal service and supply high quality long lasting products The perfect solution to lost possessions label them Order online or call us HAIRDRESSING Tel 90 CHILDREN S HAIRDRESSER MARBELLA 658 389 175 Web www hfglabelingservices com stress free trendy haircuts friendly manicures spa parties Discover our fun and playful hair salon in the heart of Marbella An inviting stressfree environment for both kids and parents Our staff are gentle caring and friendly professionals sympathetic to the needs of your child and no one is scared of the big bad clippers Kids enter a cool hair world at Pablete s different and entertaining we make your child s haircut a fun adventure We use only quality hair products that are gentle on hair and skin Fridays are Family Day at Pablete s where parents get a special treatment too Try our Mum Daughter Manicures and check our Glamour Birthday parties or SPA Parties at Home packages K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Web www pabletes com Location C Jacinto Benavente 33 Marbella Tel 603 71 07 52

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Family Friendly Services DE COTTA LAW FAMILY LEGAL ADVICE LEGAL The family law department of De Cotta Law has a combined experience of Spanish and English Law providing family legal services to the Englishspeaking community in Spain for over 20 years BUTTERFLY PARK mariposario Mijas Costa Services Directory Centro Comercial Valdepinos 1 y 3 Urb Calypso Mijas Costa 29649 M laga T 34 952 931 781 F 34 952 933 547 Our qualified team which assists both married and unmarried couples also has a growing reputation in the UK having worked on a number of high profile jurisdiction and child abduction cases involving children both in Spain and the UK The firm regularly deals with the Spanish courts where proof of English Law or other foreign law may be required We can also See more than 2 000 butterflies fromgetting tropical areas and all over world help with a divorce child the support and with only a 2 3 week lifespan new species are visible each visit Web biological www decottalaw com Watch and learn about their fascinating cycle Open 10 6pm daily Entrance fee 10 adults 7 50 child family decottalaw com E mail Ver m s de 2 000 mariposas de las zonas tropicales de todo el mundo y Co n Nerja con s lo unas 2 3 semanas vida nueva especie son visibles cada visita Ver y Local 6 Sierra Chica Calle Diputaci n 11 aprender sobre su fascinante ciclo biol gico Abra 10 6pm diaria Precio de la Co n 29100 Nerja 29780 entrada 10 adultos 7 50 ni o M laga M laga T 34 951 315 161 T 34 952 527 014 Web www mariposariodebenalmadena com F 34 951 315 161 F 34 952 523 428 Location Benalmadena Pueblo Tel 902 19 04 82 Inmobillium a family runNam Real Estate Agency Benalmadena withsit access Catem doluptais accullabo qui cus asit based uteminsunt estibeatem to over 40 000 properties all eum over the del Sol They understand very clearly doloria vente reptat et acere quiCosta cum est et eat needs of families looking to buy a property in the Costa del Sol Having a young Rumtheinvelendit hillace peditasinum oditatiume volum eaqui intur family themselves Isabelle and J r me who speak fluent French Spanish and Quiditibus English provide a very warm friendly and personalised service offering individual toendem help you throughsiment each and stagenonsect of buying a property facea including Optisattention aboribus reptaspis ut every inihit que emporerem full legal anddolecusam financial advice Not only that theyque go volum one step further and nectatio verum faccullor aborum excea elluptatiat praeoffer helplibus with od banking schooling employment and even social life without nobit unlimited et autempe maiorerum eliquidel ipiet offici aspelligni omnitatur any obligation and with absolutely no cost whatsoever 34 620 741 361 Sequaeprem acilis volorionecae cor acil il ium quatem aut possit volorita int INMOBILLIUM ICE SKATING RINK ESTATE clubREAL de hielo Tel REAL ESTATE Web Web Tel Tel TRAMPOLINE PARK PC4U COMPUTER REPAIRS parque de trampolinas Tel 92 http clubdehielobenalmadena com www inmobillium com Location de la Miel Benalm dena E mail Arroyo info inmobillium com 34 620 741 361 902670 19 04 3382 44 06 697 69 25 09 Catem dolupta accullabo Nam qui cus asit utem sunt estibeatem sit The shop where your computer problems stop doloria et acere eum for qui tower cum est eat and other electronic We vente providereptat a technical service PC et s laptops Need ahillace new computer at a great price We sell computers various Rumdevices invelendit peditasinum oditatiume volum eaqui and intur computer and phone accessories as well as inks and toner for printers We stock Quiditibus all types of cables and adapters for mobiles and computers internet packages from siment fibre optic to wifi you emporerem flexibility whether OptisOur aboribus endem reptaspis ut inihit queoffer nonsect facea you live all year around or are only in Spain a few months a year nectatio verum dolecusam faccullor aborum excea que volum elluptatiat prae We sell sim cards for clients that need cheap calls in Spain and abroad and mobile nobit data et autempe libus od maiorerum eliquidel ipiet offici aspelligni omnitatur for their mobile phones Sequaeprem acilis volorionecae cor acil il ium quatem aut possit volorita int Web www pc4u es K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Web www CostaJump com Location Avenida de la estaci n Local 17 Edificio Diorama D Benalmadena Location San Pedro de Alc ntara Industrial Park Tel 952 56 44 89 or WhatsApp 646 65 94 36 Tel E mail 902admin pc4u es 19 04 82

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Useful Information Useful Information Useful Information That You Can Use Cinemas in English and Spanish Special Days and Holidays YELMO CINEMA Plaza Mayor Malaga Calle Alfonso Ponce de Leon 3 Tel 34 902 220 922 www yelmocines es Father s Day UK 18 June 2017 Spain 19 March 2018 CINESUR MIRAMAR Avenida de la Encarnacion Fuengirola Tel 34 952 198 600 www cinesur com CINES TEATRO GOYA Avenida Julio Inglesia Puerto Banus Tel 34 951 196 666 www cinesteatrogoya com DIVERNOSTRUM Centro Comercial Malaga Nostrum Tel 34 952 247 270 www divernostrum es Good to Know Andalusian Government have launched You Are Not Alone Campaign For Women Affected by Gender Violence 24 Hour Helpline Tel 900 200 999 Spanish primary and secondary schools close for the Summer on 23 June 2017 International school closing dates vary so please visit your child s school website International Exchange Students and Host Families Accommodation for students studying abroad www homestayfinder com 98 K I D S O N T H E C O S TA F A M I LY G U I D E Mother s Day UK 11 March 2018 SPAIN www timeanddate com holidays spain 2017 www timeanddate com holidays spain 2018 UK http www timeanddate com holidays uk 2017 http www timeanddate com holidays uk 2018 KOTC Recommends Online Resources for Parents www andalucia org www childlineandalucia org www sharonhousepublishing com www growthmindset org www moneysaverspain com www cookingwithlanguages com www inspiredlearning es www antoniabehan com www familylifeinspain com www costawomen com www roundaboutspain com www marbellafamilyfun com www andalucia com www teenshealth org www kidshealth org

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Useful Information Hospitals Benalmadena Fridays car park next to Tivoli World Coin Saturdays in the fairground Estepona Sundays in the port Fuengirola Tuesdays in the fairground La Cala de Mijas Wednesdays in the fairground M laga Wednesdays in the Huelin Manilva Fridays in municipal sports centre Marbella Mondays in the fairground Puerto Banus Saturdays next to bullring Sotogrande Sundays antiques at the Marina Torremolinos Thursdays in the fairground Hospital Mar timo de Torremolinos variety of services including Mental Health Tel 951 03 37 06 Emergency Numbers Hospital Clinico Malaga Tel 952 649 400 Emergency Emergencia is Hospital de Alta Resoluci n Benalmadena Tel 951 976 000 Hospital Costa del Sol Marbella Tel 951 976 669 Hospital Materno Infantil up until 14 years Malaga Tel 952 300 400 Tel 112 St Bernard s Hospital Gibraltar Tel 35 200 79700 National Police Policia Nacional Tel 091 Getting in Touch Fire Brigade Bomberos Tel 080 is Ambulance servicios de ambulancia Tel 061 Social Help Centre 24 hour Tel 900 703 030 Samaritans Tel Tel 952 261 500 Useful Information Street Markets Contact KOTC Team Email lynne kidsonthecosta net Tel 34 640 694 173 Web www kidsonthecosta net Facebook kidsonthecosta Twitter Instagram We are inspiringcostakids 34 620 741 361 Henry Ford 2017 2018 EDITION 99