Bowls Newsletter - 29/10/23
Irrigation
What a magnificent sight! After a week of frustration and endless digging C green being watered was something to celebrate. So far so good, all is working. Thank you again to Ulli, Peter and Mike for their work. Ulli has begun repairs to the path on the East Terrace side of A and B greens. The path remains closed until repairs have been completed.
A and B greens will be closed on Monday from midday until 6pm to complete line marking.
Ladies Gala Day Tournament
Entries are gradually coming in. I encourage all members to continue to support the day by promoting the event whenever you are at another club. Flyers are available from Brian Dew and there are some in the clubrooms as well. Also: You can direct anyone interested to our news article for the Ladies Gala Day Tournament where the flyer is also available.
Website:
There has been talk of a new website for quite some time now. The wait is now over. The new website was launched late last week thanks to the work of Oliver Fraatz and the company he works for, Straightsell. A refreshing look and very user friendly. Spend a few minutes navigating our new site, we will be interested in your feedback.
Wednesday: All teams played away in very challenging conditions with great results.
Thursday: Both teams played at Prospect Broadview, which is always a tough venue, but we did well.
Saturday: Not such a good day all round for results.
Jan Kruse coordinates and manages club apparel so please contact her if you are looking to purchase the following items. Jan can be contacted on 0414 465 019 or talk to her at the club.
New
Second Hand
Clothing available at the bar:
Accessories available at the bar:
Player availability is important for selection each week. So far finding enough players has been difficult due to large numbers being unavailable. Thank you to those players who have willingly filled in each week I’m sure you will be called on frequently during the season.
The club understands however that there will be times when you are unavailable. If you are aware that you will be unavailable, please let the selectors know by writing your name in the unavailable book under the appropriate dates.
On the occasion of late and unexpected withdrawal please contact Cecily Griffiths 0427 196 356.
Sales of raffle tickets is progressing well with the support of all those who received books . Keep bringing in sold books and any partially sold books if you think you are unable to sell. Please place all monies into an envelope and deposit into the blue box or hand direct to me. With just a little over 6 weeks left of selling time there is plenty of opportunity to have a successful selling period. Finalization of monies and books will be Friday December 8th. (1 week from our Christmas Dinner)
Appreciate all the support - Nev Y
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:
Please talk about our Ladies Barbie Bowls Day tournament this November with other clubs so they can put together a team and come to see what a great tournament KMBC holds.
The next Friday night meal is Friday November 3rd. Menu is Tuna Patties with veg, followed by cheesecake. This week $20.00/person includes a glass of Hardys Riddle Bubbly. Members and guests are all welcome, but please put your names on the booking sheet in the clubrooms by end of day Wednesday 1st November.
The annual Christmas dinner will soon be upon us, being held on Friday December 15th this year. Bookings need to be made with Ken Mason along with table choice, menu selection and $20 deposit. More details will be placed in next week's newsletter but get in early to be sure you don't miss out as it's a great social activity for the club and its members.
Is anyone (or two) available to help with food service at Thursday night owls for the next 3-4 weeks while Joan Young is recovering from shoulder surgery. Please contact Anne O’Dea (0407797401) if you’re able to help. You’d be needed from 6pm - 8pm and it involves serving the sausage sizzle. If there are lots of volunteers, you’ll only be needed once!
Thanks - Anne O'Dea
As I cannot be at every club event can the persons responsible for kitchen set up please make sure the screen is on at all events. This would be greatly appreciated as we give our sponsors continous exposure for their contributions..
Thanks - Nev Y
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.
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.