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Port Alberni Tournaments – Bowlers Needed

Written by Robbie Thomas on . Posted in Upcoming Competitions.

Two Upcoming Tournaments

Port Alberni is looking for some more entries for their upcoming tournaments.

They have space available in the Ramsay Lampman Rhodes Triples (gender-neutral) on July 19 & 20.

And in the Bowls3Five 2-bowl Triples (gender-neutral) on Aug 16 & 17.  Bowls3Five involves 4 10-end games per day, with each game divided into 2 sets. Each game takes about one hour.

Contact derekjburke@gmail.com if you are interested.

Derek Burke
Games PALBC

Thrifty Smile Cards

Written by Robbie Thomas on . Posted in Need to Know.

Thrifty Smile Card Fundraiser

This is a great way to support your club while doing your grocery shopping.  Use these gift cards to make your purchases at Thrifty Foods; it’s just like using cash.  Be sure to show your Scene Card when shopping to earn additional discounts.  It’s a win-win.  The club will profit up to 6% of sales, depending on how many we buy.  They are available in denominations of $50, $100, or $200.

Last day to order is Monday July 9th. To place your order click Thrifty Smile Card Orders

Any questions contact Chris Fereday at feredayc@gmail.com

Powell River Tournament

Written by Robbie Thomas on . Posted in Need to Know, Upcoming Competitions.

Powell River Open Tournament August 7

They still have spaces for their Open Tournament on August 7 and look forward to hosting our club members.  A bus has been arranged to pick up teams at the ferry terminal.   Registration information is in the poster below:

Food for Thought

Written by Robbie Thomas on . Posted in Need to Know, Social.

Hello all members,

I took on as social director last November at the AGM.  I fully intend on finishing this lawn bowling year, but because of personal health issues with Don, I feel I need to step down.

I will do my best to finish this year out, but if there is anyone that has the time to fill in next year that would be wonderful!

Since the kitchen has been open for meals again, the socializing has increased immensely!  I can certainly help in any way on the side.

This club thrives on social get together.  Please give it a thought to step up.

Sincerely to all,

Marg

Cowichan Invitation

Written by Robbie Thomas on . Posted in Need to Know, Upcoming Competitions.

Cowichan 2-Bowl 6-Pack Men’s Open Triples

The Cowichan Lawn Bowling Club has invited us to send a team or more of 3 men to their Two-Bowl Six-Pack Tournament on July 15 and 16.  Check out the attached poster for all the details and registration information.

 

 

Grounds Help

Written by Robbie Thomas on . Posted in Need to Know.

Grounds Maintenance and Volunteer Help

Contrary to general opinion, the outside gardeners were only hired to perform labour intensive activities that are physically challenging for our membership.

To date, they have weeded all of the perimeter rock and plant areas, spread bark mulch and removed turf under the Japanese Maple to simplify mowing.  Their next project is the pruning of all bushes around the green and building to remove spring growth.

Their efforts have reduced the maintenance needed to a minimal amount, but volunteer help is still needed for continuing grass maintenance, weeding, and dead heading.

In addition to gardening, we also have some painting projects including:

  • South east side of clubhouse exterior and fasciae.
  • Yellow safety markings.
  • Refinish the PLBC signs on the south side of the clubhouse and above the rear double door.
  • Paint and brushes are available. Please contact Andrew for more information

Please join us on Monday mornings between 7.30 – 9.00 am to help out.  We have tools and equipment to help, and provide coffee and maybe cakes and cookies.  Please bring your own gloves.

One other item is the repair of lower portions of some of the new scoreboards.  The ¾” pvc pipe on some has snapped and these are currently held together with tape.  My thoughts are   that ¾” dowelling could repair/replace the broken parts and avoid rebuilding the whole board, but I am sure there is someone out there with a better solution.  Please let me know if you want to tackle this.

Thanks in advance for your help.

Andrew Adamson, Grounds Director

grounds@parksvillelawnbowlingclub.com

Reminder: Canada Day & War Amps 2025 Fun Day Event

Written by Robbie Thomas on . Posted in Need to Know.

REMINDER:  CANADA DAY and WAR AMPS 2025 FUN BOWLING EVENT

Date:              Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Time:              1:00 PM (Tags in by 12:45)
Entry Fee:    MINIMUM $5 (All proceeds go to CHAMP/War Amp charity)
Bar Open
Dress Code: Wear something red or white (or both!) Bring your Canadian Flags!

Fun 8 end game with some quirks!

Check the link below for more information:

Canada Day and War Amps Fun Day Event