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A WARM WELCOME to new member, LUIS INATY, who joined at the recent
American Day in the Parque Miramar Commercial Center
Hi Everybody!
Lets start this month with news and a photograph of Troy Davis
We have photograph of Troy and Jackie Davis taken at the Los Pacos Marino Restaurante in Carvajal. Here is a message from Troy regarding the photograph:
"None other that our esteemed Mayoress showed up and I was able to have a picture made with her. I sent a copy over to her headquarters and told her you would get us in the news. She liked that. Regards--Troy"
FMB CHAPTER MEETING, REGINA´S RESTAURANTE, FUENGIROLA PORT, 11TH MAY 2010
The meeting was called to order at 1145 hours by David Kylen, the President.
The minutes of the last meeting were read out by Secretary Barbara Oldridge and the Treasurers´ report was read out by your Editor; both were approved by the members present.
June Whitton in the Entertainment Chair said the recent dinner / dance at Regina´s in Fuengirola port had been a great success and was enjoyed by all members and visitors who attended. Further news from June is
given below.
David showed a poster advertising the forthcoming American Day at the Parque Miramar Commercial Centre, Fuengirola on May 22nd. Flyers advertising the event were also being produced and these would also handed out prior to the event. David asked for volunteers to help at stand on the day. He also said he would be interviewed on Mijas Television to talk about the American Club and the American Day at the Miramar. (See attached photograph of David giving his spiel about the event)
THANKS should go to TROY DAVIS for organising the supply of drinks for the event from Budweiser and Coca Cola.
A raffle was held in aid of Club funds.
The meeting closed at 12.25 p.m.
CHAPTER LUNCH AT THE CASA KON TIKI BISTRO, LOS BOLICHES
A Chapter lunch as held at old favourite of the Hospitality Desk staff, the Casa Kon Tiki on May 17th. It was well attended and enjoyed by all. The very good 3 course lunch was served by a very attentive staff. Unfortunately there is no photograph to show the happy event.
A BIG THANKS to JUNE WHITTON for again organising another successful lunch.
NEWS FROM JUNE WHITTON, THE ENTERTAINMENT CHAIR
HI EVERYONE...WELL MAY went very well.
For JUNE we are going to THE SANDPIPER on the Paseo Maritimo, Los Boliches 1 for 1.30 It will be on Thursday, JUNE 10th.
THE MENU is 9 euros ( including tip)
MAIN COURSE:
Choice of Rump steak,,with tomatoes,mushrooms and onion rings
OR Chicken
OR Pork fillet ..with peppercorn sauce
OR Honey glazed gammon with with an egg
OR Deep fried cod
All served with chips, peas and salad
VEGETARIAN:
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Stir Fry Vegetables
Jacket Potatoes with Cheese
Greek Salad
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DESSERT
Fruit with cream custard
Lemon meringue pie
Chocolate cake
Ice cream
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COFFEE OR TEA OR
GLASS OF WINE
THEN WE HAVE OUR FANTASTIC JULY 4TH BARBEQUE ARRANGED -
ON SUNDAY JULY 4TH AT 1 PM..AT THE CARRIBEAN BAR & RESTAURANT ON THE PASEO MARITIMO IN CARVAJAL---JUST ACROSS FROM THE SEA (0.9 KILOMETERS FROM THE ENTRANCE TO CARVAJAL)
THE PRICE OF THIS FANTASTIC EVENT IS 13 EUROS (INCLUDING TIP)
WE WILL HAVE A QUIZ ONTHE HISTORY OF JULY 4TH AND A BALLOON BLOWING CONTEST BOTH WITH PRIZES..
IT WILL BE A REAL FUN DAY !!!!!! SO SIGN UP EARLY !!!!
MENU
Barbecued hamburgers, sausage, chicken leg and ribs
Corn on the cob
Potato salad
Mixed salad
DESSERT WILL BE FRESH FRUIT WITH CREAM
Wine will be available for 6 euros a bottle (a special price for us)
We will be eating on the terrace. There is an inside lounge with air conditioning and a 50 inch TV - there will be the Football World Cup games being played later in the day for those that wish to stay or come back later.
NOMINATION COMMITTEE FOR FMB AMERICAN CLUB OFFICERS FOR THE YEAR 2011
Below is a message from Troy Davis regarding the attached photograph of Nomination Commitee at the Premavera Restaurante, Fuengirola on May 25th:
"Here we are, discussing the pros and cons. The after-action report will be presented by myself & Gigi at the next Chapter meeting, 8 June. Don't miss it. Recuerdos-----Troy"
AMERICAN DAY AT THE PARQUE MIRAMAR COMMERCIAL CENTRE, FUENGIROLA
On Saturday, May 22nd an American Day took place at the Parque Miramar Commercial Centre. The events were opened by Bobbye Aaron, the American Consular Reprentative in Fuengirola in the presence of cameras from the Fuengirola television station.
Three cheerleaders from the Princess Studios, Puerto Banus representing the "Marbella Sharks" American football team started the  event off with a dazzling dance routine. A footballer from the Marbella Sharks" also attended.
The famous American films "Casablanca" and "Gone With The Wind" were shown during the course of the day.
Jo (Joaquin) Ramirez, a friend of FMB member Patricia Gray and formally of the McLaren International Formula One Racing Team kindly offered his splendid Harley - Davidson 1450cc motorcycle for display. The machine was a great hit with all who saw it and we are extremely grateful to Jo for loaning the machine.
Estepona Chapter organised a raffle and provided exclusive beach wear as prizes.
In the evening there was music from Country and western singer Davey Baker and Rock and Roll music from Rocco of the "Ghost Riders" band.
At various times of the day free Budweiser beer, Coca Cola and Fanta drinks were given out.
Free typical American food samples were offered by the Fosters Hollywood Restaurante. It was generally agreed by all that the day had been a resounding success !!
Thanks to Ann McGeehan and members of the Marbella Chapter who manned the stand from noon to 3pm and provided the cheerleaders and footballer. Also to Frazier Gardella and members of the Estepona Chapter who manned the stand from 3pm to 6pm and provided the raffle prizes. Malaga Chapter was represented by Gordon Burgin and we also have to thank him for assisting on stand after 6pm and helping to clear up at end.
 Regarding the FMB Chapter thanks go to David Kylen, the President, Barbara Oldridge and Patricia Gray for organising and co-ordinating the event with Parque Miramar management, setting up and dismantling the event display area and manning the stand at various times. Thanks also to Gigi Joly and Bill Oliver for helping set up the stand manning it. Finally to Boobye Aaron for opening the event, helping out and providing so many of the items displayed showing the United States.
Many thanks for the help received from the Parque Miramar marketing team of Carmen Gamez and Maria Ortiz; also to all the staff of the Centre for their help and co-operation during the Day.
Finally to marketing consultant Louise Brace whose "brain child" the American Day was and without who it would never have taken place.
Frazier Gardella, President of the Central Board of the American Club of the Costa del Sol congratulated FMB Chapter staff for doing a "first class job"
See the attached photographs showing the cheerleaders next to the Harley-Davidson motorcycle and members of the
Estepona and FMB Chapters; there are other photographs of the event to be seen in photo-gallery, so just click HERE!
SOY-ECO.COM ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY ON-LINE STORE
Louise Brace, the Marketing Consultant mentioned above has asked us to mention her on-line store, SOY-ECO.com.
The store offers a wide and exclusive range of environmentally friendly products that offer you the choice to
live a more sustainable life with low carbon, recycled organic and water saving products. Energy and money in your daily consumption can be saved in your home, office or lifestyle.
Louise is offering a 10% discount on any products till the end of 2011. To get a discount use the acounting code "AC01"
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