Club Fundraiser – Thrifty Smile Cards

Jack and Jill Tournament

Just a reminder that the Jack and Jill tournament is being held on the 19th and 20th of July. For this tournament Jill (the lady) invites Jack (a man) to be her partner. Please only one designated skip per team and not the same partner as last year. So Jills, get out there and invite your Jack before they are all taken. For more information Kathleen Motley, Games Director.

Measuring Clinic – May 26, 2023 @ 9:30

Martin Fereday, our head umpire, will be holding a measuring clinic for this year’s novices. All novices from this year and any from last year who did not participate in a measuring clinic are encouraged to attend. Knowing how and what to measure is an important part of the game. The duty does fall to thirds but every now and again you may be playing in a position that requires you to know how. It is also one of the skills you must know before moving up to the next position. See you Friday. Some coaching for those who need help with line, weight and delivery will also be available.

AED Demonstration – June 27, 2023

An AED demonstration will be offered at the PLBC clubhouse (non certified) at no cost. The demonstration will take place on Tuesday June 27th at 1:30 pm.  (There is a limit of approximately 10 people). If you are interested, please contact Trevor Motley.

Inter-Club Event at Qualicum Lawn Bowling Club – May 29, 2023 

Just a reminder that the Inter-Club Event at the Qualicum Beach Lawn Bowling Club is on Monday May 29th at 6:30 pm with 2 men and 2 ladies triples teams. The cost is $2.00 per person or $6.00 per team. This is a friendly competition to nurture the bowling community. The small cost will be split with prize money and 50% split between the clubs for expenses.

Members Area

Just a reminder  that the Members Area page is not yet activated. Once it is completed, we will notify you and provide you with a password so you can access it.

Member Directory

A new Member Directory is in the process of being prepared. There is a printed list in the draw room, titled FULL MEMBERSHIP 2023. The social members are listed separately on the last page. Please take a minute to check that your contact information is correct. The final version of the Member Directory is only produced once a year and we would like to ensure all information is accurate and up to date. If there are any errors or revisions, please Kathleen Arthone ASAP.

Updated Prices for Beverages (Pop)

In line with the latest rise in Bar prices, the only change for drinks from the fridge and freezer, as from last week is cans of Ginger Ale, etc.  are now $2.00 each. The other items such as water, Drumsticks and assorted chips remain the same.

Hot Dog Time – June 9, 2023

After the $1.00 draw on Friday, June 9th, Hot Dogs will be on sale for $5.00 (same price as a beer!!). This is the first time we are trying this out and will view the popularity with a chance of a re – run every second week. There will be a sign up sheet on the social notice board. Please sign up so that we can estimate what will be needed.

Fun and Food Night – June 15, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

The first Fun & Food night will be held on Thursday, June 15th @ 5:00 pm. The meal will be a selection of pizzas with dessert, tea and coffee being served after a 10-end  game of Score 10, as 10 points will be awarded in each end and both teams can score. The sign-up sheet will be posted in the sun room early this Tuesday and last day to sign up will be Monday, June 12th. The cost will be $9.00 per person, paid when you arrive . It is the policy that if you sign up and fail to appear, you are expected to pay for your order, IF 24 hours prior notice of cancelling is not received by me. There is a place on the sheet for members who wish to eat but not play to sign up as well as a place for members who wish to play but not join in on the meal. Hope to see you there!

Competition Updates

Ubie Launcher Workshop – June 2 @ 9:30 am

WaldoChuckles    has gone missing & we need your help to find him! He has also developed a (??more??) split personality that means he thinks there are 3 of him! (This post & the trophy picture DO NOT count!!)

At some point Mon. 22^nd, he (they?) will reappear on our new website. Your job is to find him and tell us where he is. All entrants with correct answers will be entered into a draw for a valuable (& tasty) prize. Find 1 Chuckles you get 1 entry, find 2 and you get 3! Find all 3 and you get 6 entries. Please be specific on your answers; minimum what page he is on and where he is on that page.

Entries are to be done using the Contact form which can be found on the Contact page and will be accepted until Thur. June 1st with the draw on Friday after the draw.

New Bar Pricing

Effective Monday, May 22 new bar pricing will be as follows:

Beer, Wine, Cider, Coolers     $5.00

Guiness                                      $6.00

Non-Alcohol Beer                    $4.00

Also, no personal beverages are allowed to be stored in the bar cooler or fridge.  This will ensure  that Club inventories are accounted for correctly. Bill Burgess, Bar Manager

Visitors to the Club

Just to bring to your attention, if a visiting bowler from another club wants to bowl at our club ( not an associate member)  the fee is $5.00 each time.   If they are to borrow bowls another $5.00 fee to be paid to the  drawmaster and put in the money box in an envelope on the back of the cupboard door. Kathleen Motley

Website Launch

Don’t forget to join us Friday after the Looney Draw for the launch of our new website. Everyone welcome.

Bowlympics

Join us next Monday, Victoria Day, for our annual Bowlympics competition. Help your team win a gold, silver or bronze medal. Tags in by 12:45 and we will be playing 8 ends. Join us in the club house after the game for the medal presentation ceremony. Tea, coffee, cake and ice cream will be served. The bar will also be open.

Measuring Clinic – May 26 at 9:30

Martin Fereday, our head umpire, will be holding a measuring clinic for this year’s novices. All novices from this year and any from last year who did not participate in a measuring clinic are encouraged to attend. Knowing how and what to measure is an important part of the game. The duty does fall to thirds but every now and again you may be playing in a position that requires you to know how. It is also one of the skills you must know before moving up to the next position. See you Friday. Some coaching for those who need help with line, weight and delivery will also be available. Sandi Mitchell, Player Development

UBI Launcher Demonstration

Mark your calendars! On June 2 rather than regular coaching we will be giving a demonstration on the use of the UBI launcher. If you are wondering what it is or why it is, come out at 9:30 to see. 

Receipts not yet claimed, for all membership fees paid and also your bowls BC cards, are in a ziploc bag hanging on the tag board. They should be in alphabetical order. Please collect your receipt and card. Social members do not need a bowls BC card.

Thursday Morning Bowling
Starting May 18. Tags in by 9:30
10 ends
Drawmasters: Maureen and Malcolm Anderson

Go for the Gold

Reserve Monday, May 22nd for our first Fun Day of the year. This year we will celebrate Victoria day by competing in the Bowlympics event. Each team will compete in a series of simple skill challenges with an emphasis on fun and friendly competition. There will be more information next week.

Bar Service

Due to strong turnout for Thursday afternoon draws we will begin offering bar service every Thursday starting May 11.  Please plan to stay and enjoy a drink with your fellow bowlers. Bill Burgess

Cancellation

The Thursday night Triples League is canceled due to insufficient sign up.
Thanks
Kate​ Wilson​

Membership Updates

An order of name tags came in. If you ordered before the end of April you should find your badge in the draw room on the table under the tag board. A second order went in last week, so if you don’t see your name tag it should come next week.

Anyone still needing to order a name tag please let me know ASAP    $15 for either a magnet or pin.

Changes of address or phone number

Several members have given up their land line and are using only cell phones now. If that applies to you and you have not let me know please advise me of this, or any other changes, in your contact information.

Kathleen Arthorne, Membership director

Moving the photos over from the old website to the new is a huge job and we need help to get it done!

It is NOT hard; just repetitive. The only requirements are a few computer skills (nothing difficult), and a bit of organizational skills. It can be done bit by bit when you have time.

If YOU can help, please contact either Murray Sinclair or Don Urquhart.

Laws of the Sport new edition is now available to be ordered from Bowls Canada.  The club will not be stocking spare copies but will order copies for anyone who would like one.  So far 8 people have indicated their interest.   I will be placing an order May 4.  The cost will be approximately $15.  Please contact me to be added to the list.    Cheryl Baker ameelynnbaker@gmail.com