Christmas and a Happy New Year

What a year we have had!

Bus trips, lunches, picnics, social days out and all the wonderful things that make Dapto Seniors the fun club it  is. We look forward to seeing you all next year on the 14th January 2016 when we can start to do it all again.

Bus Trips

Our last trip for 2015 was a cruise on Port Hacking. After a worrying start when the council supplied us with the wrong bus it all turned out very well and members had a lovely day exploring the river aboard a fantastic old ferry Tom Thumb III, it was a day spent in glorious sunshine.

Afterwards the group retired to Cronulla RSL for lunch, a chat and the chance to admire the views of Cronulla Beach and the Pacific Ocean.

The bus trips are held every month and visit a wide variety of places of interest. This year members went on visits to Wivenhoe House, the Careflight Helicopter base, the fascinating Egyptian Room, the Norman Lindsay Gallery and many more terrific places. The cost is usually $12 plus the cost of entry if any (and usually we get a group discount) so these trips are within anyone’s means, where ever possible we get a guided tour of the establishment we visit. As well as being interesting the trip is a social occasion with stops for morning tea and a lunch so there is plenty of time to sit and chat with your fellow members.

Our thanks to all the volunteer drivers who make the day so enjoyable.

Concerts

The Concert Group performed three concerts during the year. All of them were well received; the Christmas concert provided an exciting seasonal finale to the year.

There was some wonderful singing by the choir interspersed with comedy and solo acts of an amazingly high standard. The audience cheered and cheered and when it was their turn to join in with the singalong they did so with great enthusiasm. The light snack afterwards and the many door prizes made the event one to remember and ensured everyone present looked forward to the next.

The group is always on the look out for new talent so you are most welcome to join, fun is always high on the agenda - don’t be shy, come along and take part; rehearsals are every Monday afternoon (once the club’s year starts).

Activities

Apart from these activities Dapto Seniors has something going on every day of the week, Whether it is carpet bowls, cards, exercises, computer tuition, theatre visits or craft there is something that will suit you (click on the CLUB ACTIVITIES tab at the top of the page to find out more). We also take part in various publicity events arranged by local community groups and/or  Wollongong Council.

Just around the corner - 2016

Wow! another year is almost here; where does the time go?

Next Meeting–5th November 2015

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win one of either $20 or two $10 prizes.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a tea/coffee and biscuits.
• Have a look for a bargain on the trade table.
• Pick up a copy of The Senior Newspaper and/or The Voice when they are available.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

During the meeting there will be the usual short reports about the various activities the club offers its members and you are able to bring up matters of interest to members during General Business - don't be afraid to speak up if there is something that concerns you, this is YOUR club.

There will be a report about the 2015 CPSA Annual Conference attended by your delegates.

The meeting usually finishes between 11 and 11.30am.

New members are most welcome to come along and find out about the club, there is a short newsletter available for new or potential members at the raffle/signing in table which details coming events and contact details for the various group leaders. Please take one.

Bus Trips

The next bus trip is to the Sydney Markets on the 15th November, the cost is only $15 . Just a reminder this trip is on a SUNDAY.

The final trip of the year will be a 3 hour cruise on 7th December - watch out for more details soon.

Next Meeting–22nd October 2015

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win one of either $20 or two $10 prizes.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a tea/coffee and biscuits.
• Have a look for a bargain on the trade table.
• Pick up a copy of The Senior Newspaper and/or The Voice when they are available.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

During the meeting there will be the usual short reports about the various activities the club offers its members and you are able to bring up matters of interest to members during General Business - don't be afraid to speak up if there is something that concerns you, this is YOUR club.
The meeting usually finishes between 11 and 11.30am.
New members are most welcome to come along and find out about the club, there is a short newsletter available for new or potential members at the raffle/signing in table which details coming events and contact details for the various group leaders. Please take one.

Bus Trips

The next bus trip is to Wivenhoe House on the 2nd November there are still some tickets left. Even better  in November there is an extra trip to the Sydney Markets on Sunday 15th November and tickets will be on sale at this meeting.
The Market trip will cost $15 and is a great opportunity to get those elusive Christmas gifts and decorations. Don’t miss out.

Big Garage Sale

On the 24th October, the Saturday following the meeting the Ribbonwood Centre is holding their annual Big Garage Sale. This year the club is having a table to publicise its activities. It would be great to have more volunteers to man the stall. Come along and support your club or find out more about it.

Ron in the News

Club member Ron made The Advertiser this week in an article about the NSW Government removing Pensioner Excursion ticket from sale in 2016.

Next Meeting – 10th September 2015

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win one of either $20 or two $10 prizes.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a tea/coffee and biscuits.
• Have a look for a bargain on the trade table.
• Pick up a copy of The Senior Newspaper and/or The Voice when they are available.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

During the meeting there will be the usual short reports about the various activities the club offers its members and you are able to bring up matters of interest to members during General Business - don't be afraid to speak up if there is something that concerns you, this is YOUR club.
The meeting usually finishes between 11 and 11.30am.
New members are most welcome to come along and find out about the club, there is a short newsletter available for new or potential members at the raffle/signing in table which details coming events and contact details for the various group leaders. Please take one.

Bus Trips

Just a reminder there are no bus trips in October but there are TWO in November.

What’s Coming Up?

Community Day

Dapto Seniors had a stall at the recent Community Day held in the Ribbonwood Centre. The stall displayed brochures and pictures of the various activities for members while the Craft Group displayed some of the beautiful items they make when they meet each week. Our ladies made the stall look really interesting to encourage passers by to browse.

The Bus Trip

On the 7th September the monthly bus trip will visit the CareFlight Helicopter Base near Westmead. At only $12 a ticket the bus was quickly filled but it should be a good day out.
Remember no trips in October but TWO in November! Look out for details in October.

Fathers’ Day Concert

Rehearsals have reached fever pinch as the club’s singers and performers get ready to present their ever popular Fathers’ Day Concert on the 14th September  in Heininger Hall. Members and non members are invited to attend for a jolly afternoon’s entertainment. A gold coin donation at the door would be appreciated. The concert starts at 1.30pm but after the concert stay back for tea and coffee and the draw for the many lucky door prizes.

Fathers’ Day Lunch

The Club’s next meeting on 10th September will be the last opportunity for members to purchase tickets to the Fathers’ Day Lunch. The lunch is on the following Thursday, the 17th September at noon  and all members are welcome. A delicious two course meal and a lucky door prize draw (last time everybody won a prize) all for $18 is value that’s hard to beat. As usual it will be held in the Sinclair Room at Dapto Leagues Club. See you there…

Next Meeting - 27th August 2015

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win one of either $20 or two $10 prizes.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a tea/coffee and biscuits.
• Have a look for a bargain on the trade table.
• Pick up a copy of The Senior Newspaper and/or The Voice when they are available.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

During the meeting there will be the usual short reports about the various activities the club offers its members and you are able to bring up matters of interest to members during General Business - don't be afraid to speak up if there is something that concerns you, this is YOUR club.

The meeting usually finishes between 11 and 11.30am.

New members are most welcome to come along and find out about the club, there is a short newsletter available for new or potential members at the raffle/signing in table which details coming events and contact details for the various group leaders. Please take one.

 

Bus Trips

The last bus trip to the Egyptian Room in Petersham was very popular. The next bus trip is to the CareFlight Helicopter base on the 7th September. Tickets are only $12 so the bus is bound to fill up quickly, remember there are only 20 seats!

Just a reminder that there is no trip in October BUT save your money because we have two trips in November with an extra trip to Flemington Markets on a Sunday mid month.

Fathers’ Day Lunch

It hardly seems any time since the club’s Birthday Lunch but tickets for the Fathers Day Lunch will go on sale at this meeting. As usual we will have a lovely lunch in the Sinclair Room at Dapto Leagues Club.  Tickets are only $18 - so very good value for money.

Don’t forget to write your name on the back of the ticket for the great door prize (last time everybody went home with a prize).

Great lunch, great company, lots of fun.  See you there…

Next Meeting–30th July 2015

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win one of either $20 or two $10 prizes.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a tea/coffee and biscuits.
• Have a look for a bargain on the trade table.
• Pick up a copy of The Senior Newspaper and/or The Voice when they are available.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

During the meeting there will be the usual short reports about the various activities the club offers its members and you are able to bring up matters of interest to members during General Business - don't be afraid to speak up if there is something that concerns you, this is YOUR club.

The meeting usually finishes between 11 and 11.30am.

New members are most welcome to come along and find out about the club, there is a short newsletter available for new or potential members at the raffle/signing in table which details coming events and contact details for the various group leaders. Please take one.

Bus Trips

The next bus trip is to The Egyptian Room but unfortunately all tickets have been sold.

 

Birthday Lunch

The club’s 53rd birthday lunch held at Dapto Leagues Club last Thursday was a great success. Everybody won a prize in the lucky door prize draw.

Thanks to everybody who made the day the success it was.

Next Meeting–4th June 2015

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win one of either $20 or two $10 prizes.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a tea/coffee and biscuits.
• Have a look for a bargain on the trade table.
• Pick up a copy of The Senior Newspaper and/or The Voice when they are available.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

During the meeting there will be the usual short reports about the various activities the club offers its members and you are able to bring up matters of interest to members during General Business - don't be afraid to speak up if there is something that concerns you, this is YOUR club.

The meeting usually finishes between 11 and 11.30am.

New members are most welcome to come along and find out about the club, there is a short newsletter available for new or potential members at the raffle/signing in table which details coming events and contact details for the various group leaders. Please take one.

Bus Trips

The next bus trip is to Elizabeth Farm. Tickets are $16 but members who were booked on the June trip get a $6 refund or put the $6 toward this trip. Tickets go on sale at this meeting.

AGM

Once more a reminder that the club’s AGM will be held on the 16th July. All committee positions will be declared vacant so get your nomination in as soon as possible.

Next Meeting–21st May

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win one of either $20 or two $10 prizes.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a tea/coffee and biscuits.
• Have a look for a bargain on the trade table.
• Pick up a copy of The Senior Newspaper and/or The Voice when they are available.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

During the meeting there will be the usual short reports about the various activities the club offers its members and you are able to bring up matters of interest to members during General Business - don't be afraid to speak up if there is something that concerns you, this is YOUR club.

The meeting usually finishes between 11 and 11.30am.

New members are most welcome to come along and find out about the club, there is a short newsletter available for new or potential members at the raffle/signing in table which details coming events and contact details for the various group leaders. Please take one.

Bus Trips

The next bus trip is to the Macarthur Centre for Sustainable Living. Unfortunately the bus is full already but keep an eye out for news of the July bus trip, tickets will be on sale at the first meeting in June.

AGM

Just reminder the club’s AGM will be held on the 16th July. All committee positions will be declared vacant so get your nomination in as soon as possible.

Les Miserable

This Wednesday club members are going to the matinee performance of Les Miserable at the Capital Theatre. Something to look forward to. The following show is Matilda in September.

The Mothers’ Day Concert

What a success the Mother’s Day Concert was! The hall was packed and our visitors enjoyed a wonderful show followed by a lovely snack and cup of tea or coffee. Many fortunate members of the audience went home with a lucky door prize.

Mothers’ Day Lunch

Our stoic doormen were ready to take member’s tickets as they arrived. All the tickets all went into the barrel for the lucky draw after the meal.

About 70 members enjoyed the Mothers’ Day Lunch at Dapto Leagues Club. There was the usual delicious meal followed by a magnificent draw. A great time was had by all.

The next lunch is the Birthday Lunch on the 23rd July – a date to note in your diary.

Next Meeting–23rd April

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win one of either $20 or two $10 prizes.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a tea/coffee and biscuits.
• Have a look for a bargain on the trade table.
• Pick up a copy of The Senior Newspaper and/or The Voice when they are available.
• Mothers’ Day lunch tickets go on sale at this meeting .
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

During the meeting there will be the usual short reports about the various activities the club offers its members and you are able to bring up matters of interest to members during General Business - don't be afraid to speak up if there is something that concerns you, this is YOUR club.

Our local Federal Member Mr Stephen Jones will speak to us during this meeting and will take questions.

The meeting usually finishes between 11 and 11.30am.

New members are most welcome to come along and find out about the club, there is a short newsletter available for new or potential members at the raffle/signing in table which details coming events and contact details for the various group leaders. Please take one.

Bus Trips

The next bus trip is to Jervis Bay Maritime Museum. After the last meeting there was only one ticket left but ask Ann about future excursions, they always take place on the first Monday of the month and are a great day out visiting interesting places.

Our Big Day Out

Last Thursday Maureen and Rudi organised our annual Day Out. What a good job they made of it too.

Sixty members attended the event at Integral Energy Park where they enjoyed plenty of cake, a chicken lunch and even ice cream while Maureen entertained the group with her fascinating quiz.

After the meal most of those present moved outdoors to take part in the light hearted competition of Bocce and throwing the Rolling Pin. A few chose to stay indoors chatting to their friends - all our events are very social.

When it was time to go home no-one wanted to move after having so much fun, never mind hopefully we will all be there to enjoy it again next year.

Congratulations to all our champions!

Mothers’ Day Concert

Doesn’t time fly? already it is nearly time for the Dapto Seniors’ wonderful Concert Group to present the first of their three annual concerts.

• Date: 11th May
• Time: 1.30pm
• Where: Heininger Hall, Ribbonwood Centre.
• Cost: A gold coin donation would be appreciated

It is an entertaining event with songs, sketches and a singalong. After the concert there is a light snack and tea or coffee to enjoy while the many lucky door prizes are drawn. If you haven’t been before please come along, you won’t regret it, it is open to anyone whether a club member or not.

By the way the concert group is always on the look out for new members so no matter what your talent why not join them?

Mothers’ Day Lunch

If a fantastic concert wasn’t enough this is a reminder that tickets for our Mothers’ Day Lunch will be on sale from the 23rd April. The price for the terrific two course meal is only $18. As in previous years Dapto Leagues Club is our venue, upstairs in the Sinclair Room on the 14th May.

See Jackie before a meeting to secure your place. Don’t forget to put your name on the back of your ticket for the door prize draw, as usual there will be plenty of prizes.

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New members are always welcome - come along, we are a very friendly lot.

If you would like more details why not send us an email?

daptoseniors[at]gmail.com

Next Meeting–12th February 2015

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win one of either $20 or two $10 prizes.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a tea/coffee and biscuits.
• Have a look for a bargain on the trade table.
• Pick up a copy of The Senior Newspaper and/or The Voice when they are available.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

During the meeting there will be the usual short reports about the various activities the club offers its members and you are able to bring up matters of interest to members during General Business - don't be afraid to speak up if there is something that concerns you, this is YOUR club.
The meeting usually finishes between 11 and 11.30am.
New members are most welcome to come along and find out about the club, there is a short newsletter available for new or potential members at the raffle/signing in table which details coming events and contact details for the various group leaders. Please take one.

Birthday Book

Don’t forget we have a new birthday book (and anniversaries too), please write your name in the appropriate place for a mention at the meeting.

Bus Trips

The next bus trip is an exciting  Mystery Trip on 3rd March. Only $12

The First Bus Trip of 2015

The club’s first monthly bus trip for 2015 took place on the 2^nd of February. To start the year off on a high note the bus visited the fascinating Norman Lindsay Museum and Gallery at Faulconbridge in the Blue Mountains.

The bus, with 20 members on board, left our Dapto headquarters at 8.15am for a visit to this old sandstone cottage once lived in by the artist and his muse, his wife, Rose from 1912 until his death in 1969. Here he produced many of his most famous works including the book “The Magic Pudding”.

On arrival the group was given a brief talk by one of the staff about Lindsay, his work and the history of the house and grounds.

Afterwards everyone was free to explore and enjoy the permanent exhibition of his work as well as the painting and etching studios. How interesting it all was.

Once the group had seen all there was to see the bus drove down the mountain to Penrith Panthers Leagues Club for lunch and a chance to chat about the day’s events. It was a most satisfactory start to the year’s program of trips. It was a visit enjoyed by all who took part.

The next bus trip is a Mystery Tour on the 2^nd March. Make sure you get your ticket for the next trip in plenty of time, tickets will be on sale at the next meeting for a mere $12 for the day’s outing. We are limited to 20 seats so it is a question of first in, best dressed.

Next Meeting - 17th July 2014

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win one of either $20 or two $10 prizes.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a tea/coffee and biscuits.
• Have a look for a bargain on the trade table.
• Pick up a copy of The Senior Newspaper and/or The Voice when they are available.
• Find out about our many activities that you can join in, there is something on everyday of the week.

During the meeting there will be the usual short reports about the various activities the club offers its members and you are able to bring up matters of interest to members during General Business - don't be afraid to speak up if there is something that concerns you, this is YOUR club.

The meeting usually finishes between 11 and 11.30am.

New members are most welcome to come along and find out about the club, there is a short newsletter available for new or potential members at the raffle/signing in table which details coming events and contact details for the various group leaders. Please take one.

Bus Trips

The next bus trip is to Bargo Dingo Sanctuary - tickets will be on sale at the meeting for only $18.

These trips fill up fast so get in early.

The Walking Group

The last walk to Thirroul was not well supported, in fact only three members turned up. It was a cool day that is for sure but the sun was shining and the walk round the township and along the beach was very rewarding. The group saw the house, Wyewurk, where D H Lawrence stayed when he wrote his novel 'Kangaroo' an interesting part of local history.

Watch out for details of further walks in the future.

 

The Birthday Lunch

Tickets are still available for the $15 birthday lunch to be held on the 24th July at Dapto Leagues Club. There will be all the usual features; massive raffle, good food and good company. The club encourages all members to attend this important occasion in our annual calendar.

See you there...

Spring Holiday

There is still room on our spring holiday to the Snowy Mountains. Dates are 26th October to 31st October and the bus will pick us up at Heininger House. The holiday includes a Whale Watching cruise at Eden. How convenient is that? Do join us. All our previous holidays have been a great success and a lot of fun.

Next Meeting - 19th June 2014

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win one of either $20 or two $10 prizes.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a tea/coffee and biscuits.
• Have a look for a bargain on the trade table.
• Pick up a copy of The Senior Newspaper and/or The Voice when they are available.
• Pay an instalment on our Spring Holiday.

During the meeting there will be the usual short reports about the various activities the club offers its members and you are able to bring up matters of interest to members during General Business - don't be afraid to speak up if there is something that concerns you, this is YOUR club.

The meeting usually finishes between 11 and 11.30am.

New members are most welcome to come along and find out about the club, there is a short newsletter available for new or potential members at the raffle/signing in table which details coming events and contact details for the various group leaders. Please take one.

Bus Trips

The next bus trip is to Glenalvon House on the 7th July. This historic Georgian house is also the home of the historic gravestone of pioneer James Ruse. After the visit the group will adjourn to Campbelltown Catholic Club for lunch

 

Spring Holiday

There is still time to join us on the spring holiday to the Snowy Mountains. Apart from exploring the Snowy Mountains a highlight of this trip will be a visit to the coast and a whale watching cruise. The holiday is six days from 26th to the 31st October 2014, if it is anything like our previous holidays it will be a lot of fun.

If you want to take part put your name down at this meeting.

Next Meeting - 13th March 2014

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win one of either $20 or two $10 prizes.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a tea/coffee and biscuits.
• Have a look for a bargain on the trade table.
• Maureen will be selling tickets for the club's annual picnic.
• Pick up a ticket to the Premier's Seniors Week Concert before they all go.
• Pick up a copy of The Senior Newspaper and/or The Voice when they are available.

During the meeting there will be the usual short reports about the various activities the club offers its members and you are able to bring up matters of interest to members during General Business - don't be afraid to speak up if there is something that concerns you, this is YOUR club.

The meeting usually finishes between 11 and 11.30am.

New members are most welcome to come along and find out about the club, there is a short newsletter available for new or potential members at the raffle/signing in table which details coming events and contact details for the various group leaders. Please take one.

Bus Trips

The next bus trip is to the Jewish Museum in Sydney. Tickets will be on sale at this meeting.

Tramway Museum

There was a full bus for the club's March bus trip to the Tramway Museum at Loftus.

The group had two tram rides as well as a talk about the interesting trams in the Museum's care. Afterwards the group adjourned to the Engadine RSL for a chat and, of course, lunch.

BYO Picnic

Russell organised another picnic for Thursday 6^th March. This time it was held at Cordeaux Dam where the water catchment authority maintains excellent facilities. The weather was a big improvement over the previous picnic and everybody had a really enjoyable time.

After lunch everybody ventured down to the dam wall.

Keep an ear out at a future meeting for the next event Russell organises; they are great fun.

Club Picnic

The annual club picnic is to be held on 3^rd April 2014 at Integral Energy Park along Darkes Road. Maureen is organising another splendid feast for club members. Unlike the BYO picnic at the club picnic food and entertainment is supplied.

Tickets for this event will be on sale at the next meeting. Still only $10 but remember to bring cutlery, a cup and plate.

Next Meeting - 13th February 2014

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win one of three $10 prizes.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a tea/coffee and biscuits.
• Have a look for a bargain on the trade table.
• Pick up a copy of The Senior Newspaper and/or The Voice when they are available.

During the meeting there will be the usual short reports about the various activities the club offers its members and you are able to bring up matters of interest to members during General Business - don't be afraid to speak up if there is something that concerns you, this is YOUR club.

The meeting usually finishes between 11 and 11.30am.

New members are most welcome to come along and find out about the club, there is a short newsletter available for new or potential members at the raffle/signing in table which details coming events and contact details for the various group leaders. Please take one.

Bus Trips

The next bus trip is to the Tram Museum on the 3^rd March. Tickets will be on sale at this meeting for only $22, we need to fill the bus for this visit. A tram ride is included in admission.

The trip to Cobbitty Winery and Warragamba Dam turned out to be a great success, The display at the Visitor's Centre was very interesting and members had to be dragged away to get to the Campbelltown Catholic Club for lunch. A good day out.

DIY Picnic

Russell has organised another picnic, this time at Cordeaux Dam on the 6^th March. He will give more details at the meeting but he is taking names of people interested before the meeting. If you need a lift see Russell.

If you can't get to the meeting look at this web site for final details after the meeting.

Walking Group

Great news! it looks like we have a new leader for the walking group. More news at the meeting but the first walk will take place in Kiama on Friday, 21^th March.

As usual the group will meet in the Dapto Railway Station waiting room but for this trip meet just before 10.20am to catch the Kiama train. If you are late the group will be in the second carriage. Please join them, you will be made very welcome.

Getting Back to Normal

The club activities are returning to normal after our Christmas break, the 2014 activities are under-way or being planned. Here are some of the events coming up:

Bus Trip

The first bus trip takes place on Monday, 3^rd February. we are travelling to Cobbity Wines followed by something of a mystery tour of the area. It should be an interesting trip. We will eat at Campbelltown Catholic Club before returning home.

All the tickets have been sold but keep an eye out for the March trip.

DIY Picnic

After the success of our picnic at Fitzroy Falls Russell has organised a picnic at Cordeaux Dam on the 20^th February 2014. For those without transport lifts will be available, more details at the next meeting.

Maureen will have news about the annual picnic very shortly, she is busily making arrangements right now. As soon as the details have been finalised she will announce it at a club meeting

Gentle Exercises for Seniors

These popular weekly classes recommence at the hall on the 13^th February shortly after our next meeting. New members are always welcome to join in, keep fit while having fun.

Computer Classes

At long last computer and Internet classes will recommence on 10^th February. Bring your own laptop or use our computers.

Walking Group

The walking group needs someone to lead their fortnightly walks. Doesn't have to be complicated, can you help us out?

New Members

The club is open to just about anybody who supports the aims of the CPSA. Membership is only $12 a year and the club has activities every day of the week (click on the 'Activities' tab at the top of the page). Why not just come along and try something before you join? Visitors are very welcome.

Next Meeting - 30th January 2014

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

• Buy your raffle tickets to win one of three $10 prizes.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Enjoy a tea/coffee and biscuits.
• Have a look for a bargain on the trade table.
• Pick up a copy of The Senior Newspaper and/or The Voice when they are available.

During the meeting there will be the usual short reports about the various activities the club offers its members and you are able to bring up matters of interest to members during General Business - don't be afraid to speak up if there is something that concerns you, this is YOUR club.

The meeting usually finishes between 11 and 11.30am.

New members are most welcome to come along and find out about the club, there is a short newsletter available for new or potential members at the raffle/signing in table which details coming events and contact details for the various group leaders. Please take one.

Bus Trips

The next bus trip on the 3^rd February is to Cobbity Winery followed by a tour to interesting places in the area.

Farewell 2013

It was a very good year

The club's year finished off with the usual flurry of activities before moving into the Christmas break.

December Bus Trip

A full bus left Dapto for the Shoalhaven at the beginning of December.

Waiting for the group was a fabulous three hour lunch cruise travelling down the Shoalhaven River to the Crookhaven River to pick up a fish and chip lunch at Greenway Point before sailing back to Nowra. Naturally the first item of business once everybody was on board was a cup of tea and some cake before settling down to watch the scenery float past.

It was a lovely day, the weather could not have been kinder to us as the boat moved between the green banks of the beautiful Shoalhaven.

What a wonderful day out and a fitting finale to a year of bus trips to interesting and beautiful places. We look forward to another year of such fascinating outings. Bring on 2014.

Christmas Lunch

To complete the year the Dapto Seniors Christmas Lunch was held at Dapto Leagues Club in the Sinclair Room. On arriving every member put their lucky ticket in a barrel before they were each presented with an enormous tin of Quality Street lollies. Nearly 100 members attended the lunch which was a very gratifying turnout for our organiser.

It was generally agreed that the food was delicious, the choice of pork or chicken suited just about everybody, there were no complaints!

Once the meal was over the lucky door prize draw went ahead with so many prizes it almost seemed as if no one went home without a prize. Afterwards it looked as if people were reluctant to go home as the smiling, happy members lingered to wish each other a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Don't Forget

The first meeting and AGM of 2014 is on the 16^th January. The election of a new committee will take place at the AGM and membership fees are due too. The committee looks forward to seeing you all again for another fun year with CPSA Dapto Seniors. If you are not a member then please join us you will be welcomed with open arms.

Membership forms/envelopes will be available at the meeting or you can print your own in advance using the link on the 'Club Activities' tab at the top of this page.

At Last!

Thank you for your patience but at last the 2014 meeting and event dates are now available on the 'Club Activities' page also the club's brochure has likewise been updated and can be downloaded from the same page.

News from the Front.

A New Life Member

At the 7^th November meeting the club's President was very happy to present an Association Life Membership to one of our long standing members.

Jim was the club's well respected Treasurer for ten years and still serves on the committee as a trustee. A well deserved award.

Walking Group

On Friday 1^st November members of the walking group caught the train to Sydney to visit "Sculpture by the Sea" at Bondi. After alighting from the train at Martin Place the group caught a bus all the way to Bondi Beach where they spent some time exploring all the wonderful sculptures.

Having seen all the exhibits at Bondi and Tamarama the group walked to Bronte where they had lunch in the park before catching a bus to Central Station and the trip home. The weather was perfect so it was a fascinating day out.

The walking group needs a new leader, please volunteer to keep this popular group going.

November Bus Trip

On the Monday following the walking group's trip to Bondi the club's monthly bus trip visited Chinoiserie Gardens near Mittagong. What a wonderful garden it proved to be, as you can gather from their name they had an evident Chinese influence.

After a good look round the gardens some members took the opportunity to buy plants on sale in the garden nursery before setting off to Mittagong RSL for lunch and a chat. As usual it was a great day out.