MISTLETOE AND CHEER FOR MABS MURCIA NORTH WEST
MABS Murcia North West has been busy with several fundraising events over the past 2 months, raising almost 1100€. A small team of walkers, runners and dogs travelled down to Los Alcázares to take part in the MABS Race for Life held on November 13th.
“A good time was had by all and, after the race, several people leisurely strolled back to the starting point, taking in the gorgeous views of the Mar Menor” commented MABS Co-ordinator, Cecilia Coulson. Two coffee mornings were held in volunteers' houses in Calasparra and Cehegin and these two events raised a total of 113€. Local supporter, ‘Big' John Vass, very kindly donated his time free and organised a Karaoke night at the Trevol Bar in Calasparra, raising a further 62€.
The main fundraising event was held on Friday, December 9th at the Restaurante Santuario de la Esperanza on the outskirts of Calasparra. MABS volunteers gave the restaurant a Christmassy theme and there were Christmas trees, baubles and singing Santas in abundance. A mixture of 160 Spanish and English guests attended the Christmas Party, including the Deputy Mayor of Calasparra, Pepe Velez, and his family. The Christmas crackers were a novelty for the Spanish, most of whom had never seen them before. An excellent four course meal was provided, with a traditional turkey main course. Cava, coffee and mince pies (made by the grandmother of one of the MABS volunteers) finished off the meal.
Guests were entertained by Barrington who sang blues, soul and Tamla Motown hits until the early hours of the morning. An excellent raffle was held and the first prize, a lady's classic, gold-plated watch, was kindly donated by Jan Nash. This raised 503€, bringing the total raised for the event to 909€. MABS extends special thanks to Paco, the owner of the restaurant, for whom nothing was too much trouble, making everyone feel welcome and treating them like royalty. The guests thoroughly enjoyed the evening with one lady commenting ‘Christmas starts now'.
The MABS Market stall in Calasparra, which takes place every first and third Friday of the month, (weather permitting) from 09.00 – 13.00, continues to raise on average 300€ a month. The MABS book stall, which is on the last Friday of the month between 11.00 –13.30 at the Trevol Bar, Urb.Tierra del Sol, Calasparra raises approximately 50€ a month. Please come along and support MABS at both these events.
MABS Murcia is a registered charity (No. 7261) offering help and support to local people of all nationalities who have been diagnosed with or are being treated for cancer. If you or someone you know would like some confidential help or support call our HELPLINE 693 275 779 or visit their website: www.mabsmurcia.com
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