Bowls Newsletter - 10/09/23
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Trial matches
A successful trial match was completed this weekend. Great to see pennant bowlers coming out in preparation for the season ahead. Selectors will meet on Monday afternoon to select teams for next Saturday. If you are unavailable, please advise asap.
Membership subscription fees
Information regarding payment of fees was emailed to members on Tuesday September 5. Included in the information were instructions for payment. Fees are due and must be paid by September 30.
As stated in the previous newsletter there will be no change to the fees for the 23/24 season.
Please contact Phil McBride (0497 298 424) or Tania Lewis (0414 903 513) if you have any queries.
Welcome to new members.
Welcome this week to Chris George who has joined as an Associate member.
Monday Training
Training for new and less experienced bowlers will begin again on September 11. Time 9.15 – 11.00.
For further information contact Alan Lambert 0422606175.
Opening of the Season
The date for the ‘Opening of the Season’ dinner is Friday September 22. This promises to be an enjoyable evening beginning at 6pm with our current singles champions, Jeanette Hill and Greg Miller rolling the first jack and bowl for the season.
Menu is roast beef and vegetables followed by brownie and cream. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are available. Cost a very reasonable $20 plus drinks.
A booking sheet is out. Add your name or make up a table of 8.
Christmas Raffle 2023
Thank you to the generosity of everyone who has donated prizes for the Christmas Raffle. Neville Yeates has contacted several local businesses who have supported us with prizes and their contribution is also appreciated. The number of prizes is amazing. Neville has books ready for distribution which gives plenty of time for sales.
For your interest prizes are listed below
Also including the following:
Who is on the greens this week other than members?
Times each day.
Bowls SA, ‘The Bowler’
I’m sure that most of you receive the regular news from Bowls SA but just in case the link below has been included because there are courses for coaches and officials that may be of interest. The club is always looking to increase the number of officials and coaches. The newsletter has useful instructions for accessing your BowlsLink profile and National ID number.
Clubroom Windows
Please place notices on noticeboards in the clubrooms rather than on the windows. Any current notices on windows been removed and placed on noticeboards and the windows cleaned.
SYNTHETIC GREENS UPDATE
Damage to Surface Rink Four Southern End
A large indentation was pointed out to me after Saturday's trial match on the clubhouse end of rink 4 (A Green).
The damage was most likely caused by a bowl being dumped from a larger height, may be at the beginning of the game when players move bowl onto the playing surface.
This damage will cause a bowl to alter its track when coming close to the ditch and could change the result of your game.
We most likely will have to carefully lift the playing surface in this area and try to level the area underneath.
I therefore urge all members do refrain from dumping bowls from your hip into the ditch. If you have issues please use a bowls lifter or ask one of your fellow bowlers to assist you in order to protect our greens. The edges of our playing surfaces are very delicate and require everybody's attention. Let's make it a rule. "DO NOT SIT ON THE EDGE OF THE GREEN". Rink 4 will be closed for inspection and possible repair on Monday 11 September. Please use B Green during this time.
Cheers Ulli Kruse 0414 390 387
PARADISE MAZDA CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS FOR 2023-2024
Just a reminder to get your entries in for the 2023-24 club championships by the 9th October. Entries and payment can be put in the BLUE BOX outside the office or handed to Ryan Wilkins. The more entries we have the more fun for everyone
UPCOMING CLUB DATES
Here are some dates to keep in mind that are coming up at KMBC which will be a great way to stay in touch with club members and invite new ones to come along:
COME AND TRY LAWN BOWLS (Session2)
Our second Come ‘n’ Try day is on Sunday September 24th, 1.30 – 3.30 pm. I will again be looking for some volunteer help from Club members to assist with introducing visitors to the wonderful game of lawn bowls, as well as proudly presenting our club as a great organization to be a part of. In particular, the promotion of night owls, Tuesday and Thursday nights, is a high priority.
Please let me know as soon as can if you can spare some time during the afternoon, Sunday week from now. Please text/ring Allan on 0431 137 865.
WINTER BOWLS
Thursday Winter Social Bowls is on again this Thursday! Since last Thursday’s winter social bowls was cancelled, we will make up for it by holding an extra session this Thursday Sept 14th. The players’ jackpot will be around $200. Usual registration – on the sheet in the clubhouse or phone/text Allan on 0431 137 865. Aim to register by 5 pm on Wednesday please.
NIGHT OWLS 2023/24.
A reminder that Night Owls commences on Tuesday 10th October and Thursday 12th October – one month away. Please promote our evening social bowls to anyone who you think could be interested. There are plenty of colourful Night Owls flyers in the clubhouse. Please take some and distribute to neighbours, family and friends. We could also do with some extra help on either night with meals and kitchen or helping new bowlers get started. If you can help us out at Night Owls please ring Anne O’Dea or Allan Wilkins.
HAPPY HOUR
Don't forget that happy hour takes place at the club each and every Friday night and it's a great way to socialise with other members of the KMBC family.
SPONSORS
Please remember that when you visit one of our club sponsors to let them know you are from the KMBC so they know their sponsorship is worthwhile. Sponsors play a vital role in the future of our club so please be sure to support them whenever you can. Anyone who has an idea about a potential sponsor please approach anyone on the Committee to share your ideas.