ANZAC Day Half Tournament
The afternoon was a great success thanks to Ken Mason, who managed the tournament and bar to perfection. 48 enthusiastic bowlers came out to enjoy an afternoon of fun and friendly rivalry in drawn pairs games of 5 ends followed by 6 ends. The afternoon conveniently provided a segway into Happy Hour.
Closure of A & B Greens
Both A & B Greens will be closed on Monday 28 April 2025 for Line Marking.
Champion of Champions Update
On Saturday May 3rd we will have 16 male bowlers, of which 12 are country champions playing at our club. This is a knockout competition with the first game starting at 9.30 am. At this stage, I have had no issues raised with the rosters put out to run the event. Come and watch some top players in action.
- Peter Glazbrook (Venue Manager)
Clubhouse Renovation
It is pleasing to see most of the lockers have been cleaned out Please note that the cutoff date is May 2nd. Lockers will be disposed of in due course. Sunday May 4th the club bowls will be moved to the northern side of the clubhouse. This will occur after Ken Watson has started the WEA course at 10am. Peter Bahnertt Is overseeing the operation with helpers needed. Please let me know if you can assist.
If there is sufficient help, the white cupboard in the ladies' locker room will be dismantled and repositioned at the southern side of the clubhouse. Its future is unknown at this stage. The office cleanout is ongoing. At this stage the grant application result is unknown.
- Please contact Peter Glazbrook (0433 918 592) if you have further questions.
Thursday Social Bowls
Thank you to Kim Draper who has volunteered to manage Thursday Social Bowls. I’m sure that Kim would appreciate assistance. Thank you to those of you who have already offered your services.
The time has arrived! Thursday winter social bowls will begin on Thursday 8th May.
Game format
- Pairs: 2, 4, 2, triples to be included if numbers are uneven
- Roll up at 12pm
- First game: 1 end roll up, then 9 ends (maximum time 1 hour 30 mins indicated by bell)
- Second game: no roll up, 10 ends (maximum time 1 hour 30 mins indicated by bell)
Game costs/prizes
- $10 per entry
- $2 per entry goes to weekly jackpot
- Unclaimed jackpot will be carried over until won
- Raffle tickets sold on the day
Booking a game
- Please complete the sheet in the clubhouse indicating your choice of pair (maximum of 56 entries)
- Single entries will be accommodated if possible
- Preference will be given to those booking on the sheet – text bookings taken if space available
- To facilitate a smooth running of the day, please book by 5pm on Wednesday. Late entries are hard to accommodate
Volunteers
Please let me know if/how you can assist weekly. Volunteers to fill the following roles are required.
- Collection of meat tray on Thursday morning (to be confirmed)
- 11:45am - Set up of mats and jacks on A and B greens (players to bring mats and jacks in when game is completed)
- 11:45am - Set up of tea/coffee in kitchen at start of game and clear away at the end of the day.
- Selling raffle tickets before the game, and during the tea break.
Friday Night Happy Hour
We hope to see you and your friends at Happy Hour this Friday at 5.30pm.
- Visit our Kensi Friday Happy Hour page for more information.
Annual General Meeting (May 9)
The Annual General Meeting will be held on Friday 9 May 2025 at 6pm. You are encouraged to attend. Closing date for nominations to the Committee is 2 May 2025.
At the conclusion of the meeting we will be conducting a raffle and MEMBERS DRAW with a jackpot of $100. There will also be a WINE TASTING compliments of Reillys Wines which will be served with cheese platters immediately following the meeting. Justin from Reillys Wines will be our sommelier for the evening and members are urged to support Reillys as a club sponsor. Orders for wines can be made on the night.
Social Media
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Sponsors
When visiting any of our club sponsors, kindly mention that you are from the Kensington Marryatville Bowling Club. This simple gesture lets them know their sponsorship is appreciated and valuable. Our sponsors are crucial to the future of our club, so please show your support whenever possible.
If you have suggestions for potential new sponsors, feel free to approach any committee member. Your ideas can make a big difference!
Lawn Bowls Newsletter 28/04/2025