Reminder: Rethymnon Branch of Greek Red Cross: First Aid Courses in January

As we were going to press there were still some places available on the Samaritas Red Cross First Aid Course that will take place towards the end of January. Once again, many thanks to Bob and Eveleen Wright for providing us with the following:
We have been offered the opportunity to undertake a proper First Aid course with Kosti, a trained CPR instructor with the Samaritas in the New Year. Normally this requires 20 hours spread over 4 sessions, at a cost of 35 Euros per person. He has suggested the following. If we can get to their “Boot Camp” at Skouloufia, which is about 20km east of Rethymnon, and manage 3 days, i.e. Friday , Saturday and Sunday, (with refreshments provided), the course could be completed.. I believe that there has been interest shown from Hania folk as well as those from Rethymnon.
P.S. The course has now been arranged for Friday 22nd, January, Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th. January 2010. This is of course with the proviso that the Samaritas are not called out to a major rescue situation that weekend.
There is now a maximum limit of 16 people, and the cost as stated is 35 Euros. Each person will need to provide 2 photos and a photocopy of their passport along with their Greek tax number. These will enable successful course members to receive their Red Cross Basic First Aid certificate. I would be pleased to hear from any one who would be interested in joining this course – you can contact me at bobandev@otenet.gr .

Car Boot Sale….Flohmarkt….Παζάρι in Pigi

Thanks to Christine for providing us with this information. Christine writes: ‘A car boot sale / table top sale takes place in Pigi on the first Sunday of every month at the Kri Kri Warehouse in Pigi from 9am to 2pm. The price to rent a table is 10 euros, proceeds go towards helping our stray animals. For more information please phone 28310 72977. If you have any unwanted bric-a-brac etc. donations would be more than welcome!

Cancer Support Group: New Venue in Georgioupolis

A Cancer Support Group has been formed for people who have been through or who are undergoing treatment for cancer, and also for those who have recently lost significant others to this disease. These are the needs of the current group. It is a diverse and flexible group, and different sub-groups can be formed later on an "as needed" basis. This is a support group not a therapy group, and confidentiality is a given. There is no fee. Meetings will be held on the first Monday of every month in Georgioupolis, from 11am - 1pm at Oasis Café - Bar, is off the main square, near the big church (please note the change of venue). Carpooling available from Rethymnon.

Any questions or comments can be directed to Chris - 6977559644 or email cparnassus@hotmail.com

Bereavement Group A new group is now available for anyone grieving the loss of a loved one. For more information, please get in touch with Chris, contact details as above.