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Sunday, 24 June 2018

Next meeting–28th June 2018

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Wow, this is the last meeting of the club’s financial year! Doesn’t time fly?

Don't forget to come early:

  • Buy your raffle tickets to win a massive $50 with the runner up winning $20 and $10 for the third lucky winner.
  • 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 happening 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.

Nominations for the Committee

All club positions are declared vacant at the AGM. Nomination forms for next year will be available at this meeting. Please put yourself forward for one of the many jobs available, you will find it very rewarding. Without our loyal and hardworking helpers the club would cease to function.

The club’s AGM will be held at the end of July or the beginning of August, the date will be announced at the meeting.

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 HARS (Historical Aircraft Restoration Society) on 2nd July.

Members will be guided round all the many interesting and historical aircraft at the museum including cockpit visits. Aircraft include many airliners from the “Southern Cross II” (a faithful replica Fokker F.VIIb/3m trimotor), three flying C-47 / DC-3 aircraft (one of which is the “Hawdon”, TAA’s first aircraft), DC-4, Convair 440, Super Constellation and Boeing 747-438, we also have a number of other historic aircraft types.  There is the Catalina, two Caribou, three P-2 Neptunes (two flyable), CA-27 Australian Sabre, Canberra, two Vampires, Mirage III and an F-111C, amongst others.

It should be a great trip. The bus will be leaving Heininger House carpark later than usual at 9.15am, there is a café at the HARS site for those who want light refreshments.

This meeting is the last chance to get your tickets, this trip is only $20 which covers entry and the bus trip. Make sure you get in early before all the tickets go.

Advance Notice

Members are reminded that at the 12 July meeting we will be having a guest speaker from the Nurses Federation who will take to us about nursing homes and what to look out for. Delegates at the CPSA Annual Conference heard her speak and found her an excellent articulate speaker – she will be most informative. as usual members will be able to ask questions.

Birthday Lunch

Our Birthday Lunch is to be held on the 2nd August at Dapto Leagues Club in the Sinclair Room so tickets will be on sale soon. Still only $20 for a delicious two course meal, with the usual door prizes and good company.

Sunday, 14 January 2018

It’s a New Year - 2018

First Meeting – Different Venue

The club’s first meeting of 2018 is on Thursday, 25th January at the usual time but the meeting will take place in Kurrajong Hall 1 which is the hall in the actual Ribbonwood Centre. Click on the map below for exact location. The change of venue is because Heininger Hall is being repaired on this date.

All following meetings for 2018 will be held in Heininger Hall as usual.

20180125 Seniors Meeting Venue

Membership Fees Due

As most members will know all membership fees are now due for 2018. Envelopes will be available at the meeting, please fill in your details, put the exact money in the envelope and seal it. Make life easy for our hard working treasurer as she will not be able to give change.

Because of the location it will not be possible for us to set up the trade table but all the other activities should take place.

The committee looks forward to seeing all our members return in 2018.

Saturday, 15 April 2017

Next Meeting–20th April 2017

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

  • Buy your raffle tickets to win a massive $50 with the runner up winning $20 and $10 for the third lucky winner.
  • 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 Berrima Museum with an opportunity to shop in Berrima’s vibrant boutique shops after the visit. Tickets on sale now from Ann.

Concert

It is time for the Concert Group to entertain you once again.

Our Mothers’ Day Concert is rather early this year because of the council’s refurbishment of the kitchen in Heininger Hall. The group didn’t want to disappoint their audience by not supplying them with tea, coffee and a snack so there was no alternative but to bring the event forward to the 24th April. Don’t worry the entertainment will still be of its usual high standard.

Just remember:

Venue: Heininger Hall, Ribbonwood Centre, Dapto
Time: 1.30pm (but get there early to get the best seats)
Date: 24th April 2017

See you there...

Social Day Out

Last Thursday saw the club take its annual Social Day Out; as usual, the venue for this activity was the Motorlife Museum in Integral Energy Park just outside Dapto.

Oh! what fun was had by all who attended; there was cake, a chicken lunch, competitions, games, lucky door prizes and finally ice cream. It was so much fun.

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Before the meal everybody chose from a wonderful selection of delicious cakes while they enjoyed a cup of tea or coffee (some even had beer) and took part in the trivia quiz, it was a testing competition this year.

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A highlight of the day was the Easter bonnet parade when our most creative members cavorted for the amusement of the rest. The competition was won by Russell in his illuminated miner’s helmet but it was really hard to pick between all the entries.

After lunch the group went outside for games. There was Bocce, Quoits and Throwing the Rolling Pin - Philomena was outstanding at quoits being the only one to actually score! All our winners went home with a lovely prize for their efforts. Finally there was a lucky door prize draw followed by ice cream before everybody reluctantly went home.

As always Maureen and Rudy organised a fantastic event and deserved the thanks they received from members who went home well satisfied after a terrific day out in great company.

Why not join us to take part in our many social occasions?

Friday, 25 March 2016

Update

Bus Trip Cancelled

Unfortunately we have had to cancel the bus trip to Trainworks because it fell in Seniors’ Week and members had a number of other attractions to attend. The next bus trip will be on the first Monday in May (the 2nd).

Social Day Out

Our annual Social Day Out is on again in April. It is only $10 and subsidised by the club. There will be all the usual fun and games as well as a delicious meal.

It is at the Motorlife Museum in the Integral Energy Park on the 14th April. Your final chance to buy tickets is at the next meeting.

Next Meeting – 7th April

Our next meeting is on the 7th April – Usual time, usual place but right in the middle of Seniors’ Week!

The problem with access to the hall looks to have been resolved with the food bank now in the Laurel Room. A much better arrangement all round.

Monday, 15 February 2016

Why Not Join Us?

Membership open now

Membership of Dapto Seniors is only $15 for the whole year, that’s less than 30 cents a week!

You can’t go wrong. If you only attended our four lunches each year the club subsidises each meal by about $5 so you save $20 there alone. Even better you stand a very good chance of going home with one of the many lucky door prizes.

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Have a look at all the activities that go on every day. There is Cards, Carpet Bowls, Craft, Seniors Exercises instructed by a qualified tutor, Concert Group and more not to mention the regular bus trips, picnics and outings.

Bus Trips

Our members have trod upon the hallowed turf of the SCG, gazed through the historic telescope at the Sydney Observatory, wondered at the splendor of the Egyptian Room, learned about the horrors revealed in the Jewish Museum, seen many beautiful Georgian houses that are integral to the history of Australia and even ridden on old trams. These bus trips take place each month and cost a mere $12 plus any entry fees (with a group booking discount) the trip invariably includes a stop for morning tea and a wonderful lunch with good company.

Craft

The craft group meets twice a week and members produce beautiful items for their homes or for charity. Only two meetings ago the group donated a beautiful quilt to Wollongong Childrens’ Hospital for their raffle. The members have a great time producing these magical items, there is always time for a cup of tea and a chat.

Concert Group

We must not forget the ever popular Dapto Seniors Concert Group which performs three times a year to a packed houses. The group is always looking for new performers, singers and back stage helpers. If you have a yen to perform then why not join? The group rehearses every Monday at 12.30pm; why not pop along and find ourt more about it.

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There’s more…

This are just a few of the activities of Dapto Seniors - for more information come along to our fortnightly meeting where you can have a cup of tea and biscuits, browse the books and other goodies on the trade table and make new friends. You have nothing to lose, if it is not for you then you have lost nothing but we think you will find our exciting prtogram too good to miss.

As we said membership is only $15 a year… Come on what are you waiting for?

Sunday, 7 February 2016

Next Meeting–11th February

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

  • Buy your raffle tickets to win a massive $50 with the runner up winning $20 and $10 for the third lucky winner.
  • 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 on the 7th March to the ever popular Cobbitty Winery followed by coffee at the Campbelltown Arts Centre where we can visit the Japanese Garden and the Sculpture Garden as well as their permanent exhibitions. The cost is a mere $12 and tickets will be on sale at the meeting.

Monday, 1 February 2016

Getting Back in Harness

It’s February Already!

With the first week of February already upon us all the weekly group meetings are back in their regular timeslots. Some have been meeting for a few weeks but this week sees them all in full swing.

Just a reminder of the days and times:

Monday
Craft
Concert Group
9.00 am
12.30 pm
Tuesday
Carpet Bowls
8 am
Wednesday
Card Playing
9.30 am
Thursday
Exercise Group
12.30 pm
Friday
Craft
1 pm

The first bus trip of the year took place on Monday to the Centre for Sustainable Living at Mount Annan. It was a very interesting trip epecially seeing how even a small garden or a balcony can be turned into a productive area.

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After visiting the centre we all went to Campbelltown Catholic Club for a meal, a drink and a social get together before returning home. A good day out.

The Meeting

The club’s regular meeting on the 28th January saw the first draw of the new raffle prize of $50. The following draws saw prizes of $20 and $10 handed out. Don’t forget it will be the same again at the next meeting.The next lucky member could be you!

On Thursday 4th February members are invited to come on a self catering picnic to Fitzroy Falls. Members will meet at 8.30 am in the car park before they set off. There should be room for those without their own transport. BBQs will be available at the site or you can bring sandwiches. These events have been very enjoyable in the past.

There was some discussion at the meeting about transport with the result that the club will be writing to our local members of the NSW Parliament as well as the Minister for Transport regarding matters to do with the Opal card, the snail pace of Sydney trains and the overcrowding on the South Coast line.

The club will be holding a free Pie and Peas night on the 26th February at 5 pm (to be confirmed) for its members. Put the date in your diary, it should be an enjoyable get together.

The next meeting is on the 11th February - usual place, usual time – see you then.

Saturday, 23 January 2016

Next Meeting–28th January 2016

The meeting starts promptly at 10.30 am

Don't forget to come early:

  • Buy your raffle tickets (3 for $1) to win a massive $50 with the runner up winning $20 and $10 for the third lucky winner. That’s $80 worth of prizes at every meeting.
  • 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 Centre for Sustainable Living, there are only a few seats left so get in now. Only $17... Afterwards we will visit the Campbelltown Catholic Club for lunch and our usual get together. Don't miss out.

Sunday, 10 January 2016

First Meeting of 2016–14th January

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.

Before the meeting the treasurer will be taking membership fees; please bring the correct money as he will be far too busy to give change. Remember this year membership is only $15, attending the lunches will save you far more than that and a single win in the raffle will more than cover it.

During the meeting members will be given 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 Centre for Sustainable Living it will include a guided tour of the centre. Afterwards the group will go to Campbelltown Catholic Club for lunch. The cost is a mere $17 for a terrific day out, see Ann for tickets.

Monday, 30 November 2015

Last Meeting of 2015

Yes, it is finally here… the last meeting before our Christmas Break.

All the usual items on the agenda, a cup of tea and biscuits, the last chance to buy a bargain off the trade table and a chat!

Membership fees are due next January. Just a reminder that fees next year will be $15. Envelopes will be available at the meeting for you to put your membership fee in together with your name, address, contact details and, if you live alone, the phone number of a relative we can contact in an emergency.

Christmas Lunch

On the 10th of December we are having our Christmas Lunch at Dapto Leagues Club. Tickets are on sale now – still only $18. Entry is at 11.30am in the Sinclair Room upstairs.

All the usual activities, good food, good company and plenty of lucky door prizes – don’t forget to write your name on the back of your ticket.

Christmas Concert

The club’s wonderful concert group put on their annual Christmas Concert on Monday 30th November in Heininger Hall.

The audience enjoyed some jolly and adventurous singing. Afterwards the tea and lucky door prizes were much appreciated.

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Finally – a reminder

The first meeting of 2016 is 14th January 2016

 

Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

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Monday, 27 July 2015

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.

Monday, 18 May 2015

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

Friday, 8 May 2015

A Very Social Week Indeed!

Just a reminder of some events happening very shortly:

Monday 11th May – Mothers’ Day Concert

The concert starts promptly at 1.30pm in Heininger Hall at the rear of the Ribbonwood Centre right in the middle of Dapto.

The Concert Group presents the first of their concerts for 2015. We are assured that there will be tea, singing, skits and a singalong as well as the usual massive draw for door prizes. This year’s concert will have an ANZAC theme so expect popular songs from the first and second world wars in addition to the celebration of motherhood.

After the concert the audience enjoys a snack put on by the group’s members. It will be a lot of fun and we look forward to seeing you there.

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Thursday 14th May – Mothers’ Day Lunch

Tickets have been sold so all is ready for the club’s Mothers’ Day Lunch held, as usual, at Dapto Leagues Club. Doors open at 11.30am for noon.

A wonderful two course meal has been ordered and, if the previous lunches are anything to go by, it will be delicious.

Members are reminded to write their name on the back of their ticket for a chance to win one of the fabulous lucky door prizes drawn after the lunch.

New Members

If you wish to participate in any of these or our many other activities  you are more than welcome to join our club - Click on the Club Activities tab above to find out more. Membership is a mere $12 per year. Come along to a meeting, have a cup of tea and try us out; we look forward to seeing you.

Monday, 13 April 2015

Time for a “Day Out”

10am – 16th April 2015

Once again it is time for our Day Out at the Motor Museum in Integral Energy Park.

The tickets have been sold and Maureen is laying on a feast suitable for a King (or Queen as the case may be).

There will be a lovely meal,  cake, drinks plus lucky door prizes, games and quizzes.

Please arrive about 9.45am so that we can get proceedings underway on time.  It will be a lovely day out. It doesn’t matter what the weather, fun is guaranteed.

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Don’t forget to bring a plate, cup, knife and fork.

See you there…

Saturday, 1 November 2014

Snowy Mountains Holiday 2014

On the 26th October eighteen club members set off on their  annual spring holiday, this time to Cooma in the Snowy Mountains. What a fantastic adventure it was for everybody that took part. We stayed at the High Country Motel which had wonderful views over Cooma.

The highlight of the trip was on the Thursday when we drove down to Eden to go whale watching and were fortunate enough to see several humpback whales as they made their way down the coast to the Antarctic. Our first sighting was a female with her calf, later we came across two more pods of males and females.

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The motel food was excellent with more than enough for everyone; a buffet breakfast, hot drinks, and snack for lunch then a three course meal in the evening - at our last dinner we had a special meal of Rainbow Trout.

As well as whale watching the trip included visits to Yarrangobilly Caves, Brown Mountain, Cooma Monaro Heritage Railway, Snowy Hydro Centre, Cooma Gaol, Thredbo Village, Lake Jindabyne and much more. We even saw snow! It was great.

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Monday, 7 April 2014

Next Meeting - 10th April 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.
  • Report from South Coast Area Council.

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 Plants, Pots and Trains on 5th May. Tickets will be on sale at this meeting, don't miss out the bus trips are very popular.

Exploring Wollongong

The next walking group excursion will be on the 2nd May and will look at some of the interesting and historic parts of Wollongong. The group will meet in the Dapto Railway Station waiting room at about 10:10am to catch the 10.20am Wollongong train. If you are late we will be upstairs in the second carriage. Please join us, you will be made very welcome.

Annual Picnic

The club's annual picnic was held on the 30th March ant Integral Energy Park just outside Dapto. There was a terrific turn out of members to this event who enjoyed a chicken dinner, quizzes, lots of friendly company and afterwards were able to demonstrate their athletic skills with a game of Boules and throwing the rolling pin.

A great time was had by all and judging by the happy faces everybody will be back next year for the next social outing.

The winner of one of the competitions is presented with her prize by the club's President.

Some of the group enjoying the sunshine as they watched the outdoor events.

Monday, 25 November 2013

Christmas Concert Success

It's a Hit!

Dapto Seniors Concert Group is proving to be a hit with local residents. The Christmas concert was packed when 160 people turned up to enjoy the group's Christmas Concert.

The hall resounded with the sound of applause and calls for more after every number while the singalong nearly lifted the roof off.

Afterwards the audience enjoyed a lovely afternoon tea and many went home with one of the dozens of lucky door prizes.

It was a terrific afternoon out. The members of the concert group enjoyed presenting the concert as much as the audience enjoyed the afternoon of songs and sketches.

If you want to take part in this or any of our activities just drop into one of our meetings or pick up a brochure from the Ribbonwood Centre. Membership is still only $12 a year.

Sunday, 20 October 2013

Moree Holiday

October 2013 will be a memorable month for twenty four happy club members who have just returned from a week's holiday in Moree. It seems to be the consensus that everybody had a wonderful time and they are looking forward to the next holiday which should be a ripper too.

This was the group on the way home when they stopped for morning tea in Gunnedah. We shared the coach and all our trips with a similarly sized group from Toongabbie in Sydney. Everybody got on famously.

Our thanks go out to Sue who organised this enjoyable event but who, because of illness, was unable to come with us. We all hope she will be able to join us on the Autumn holiday.

The holiday was packed with excursions and activities - some highlights included:

  • Bathing in the hot Artesian Pool.
  • Tour of Lightning Ridge opal mines
  • A visit to the largest Pecan Farm in the world.
  • Venturing into Queensland for a visit and tour of Goodiwindi.
  • A tour of Inverell and its Pioneer Village
  • Moree town tour.
  • Cranky Rock visit.
  • Wine Tasting.
  • Cotton farm and irrigation tour (so interesting).

If you would like to come on the next trip listen out for news at a future meeting and put your name down. You can pay in instalments if you prefer. It will be great to have you join us.

Strange!

Who would have thought it? Astound your friends on trivia night. Charles Dickens' youngest son is buried in Moree Cemetery.

Tuesday, 30 July 2013

Next meeting - 1st August 2013

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.
  • Pay an instalment on the club's holiday to Moree in October.
  • Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year (see below).
  • 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.
  • Borrow a copy of the Tech Savvy Seniors DVD.

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.

At this meeting there will be some news about the ongoing negotiations with Wollongong City Council for a new licence agreement.

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 Hyde Park Barracks this meeting is your last chance to buy a ticket on this trip. There will be a guided tour of the museum. Afterwards we will have lunch at St George's Leagues Club. Don't miss out these trips are a lot of fun.

Theatre Tickets

There may be some news about tickets for a new show! Looks interesting.

See you there?