The Lawn Bowls Club
I hope all members enjoyed a safe and happy Christmas with friends and family and that 2008 is a great year for all our members. We commenced our bowling year with a very successful twilight game against Canberra South, played at Canberra City bowling club on Monday 4 February. Forty-two players in all attended, despite the forecast of rain, which held off until the last end. The game was followed by great fellowship, which included pizzas washed down with suitable refreshments. This annual game has continued for about twenty-five years and we hope that we can maintain an affiliation with Canberra South, despite that being "homeless" at the present time.
2008
Upcoming Events
It is pleasing to see that 77 members have renewed their memberships for 2008. Maybe there are some who have overlooked the reminder. but we would be grateful if you intend to be part of the "Turfies", that your subscription be forwarded to the Canberra club at your earliest convenience. The $11 you pay for subscription is very good value, as we try to provide green fees and some nibblies at social games, as well as subsidies at the AGM and Christmas party.
Raffles
Raffle nights:Tuesdays 4 March and 8 Aprilat our parent Canberra Club from 5.30 pm. These are always an enjoyable evening and is a very important fund raiser for our club. Most attendees stay on for dinner at the bistro and it is a most enjoyable social event. Last raffle, we raised $325....a terrific result!
Game at City
10 am Friday 14 March.This is a chance for members to hone their skills whether or not they will soon be departing for the annual carnival. It also provides our carnival selectors with an opportunity to try specific team combinations.Please tell Frank Hornblower (6251-7746) if you can play. A light lunch will be provided.
Next Planned Excursion
Our nextbowling expeditioninto scenic New South Walesis being planned forTuesday-Wednesday 21-22 May.The intention is to leave Canberra City at 8.30 am on the 21st by bus for lunch at theSouth Wagga Sports and Bowling Clubwhose team we will play against that afternoon while non bowlers tour the surrounding area. After a night in a Wagga motel we will travel to Tumut for afternoon bowls (or touring) before being fed and returning to Canberra by 8.30 pm. Again, p lease tell Frank Hornblower (6251-7746) if you would like to take part.The cost will be about $160 per person.
Please also note that the popular annual trip to Greenwell Point will again be in late September. Ron Kirk has once again put in a huge effort to make this a success and we will again be competing for the Ron Kirk trophy against Greenwell Point Bowling Club. Those interested should contact Frank Hornblower.


