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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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

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.

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

See you there…

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 5^th 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 2^nd 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 30^th 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.

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.

What's the Buzz?

Theatre News

A good number of members attended the preview performance of Jesus Christ Superstar at the Roo Theatre in Shellharbour. Everybody enjoyed themselves despite the somewhat damp weather.

Our theatre visit organiser has distributed the club's tickets to the Premier's Seniors Week Concert on 19^th March but she is also taking names of members who wish to go to Strictly Ballroom - The Musical (August)and the new performance of Wicked (probably November).

One of the advantages of being a member of this club is the availability of discounted theatre tickets due to group bookings. Ask Jackie at the next meeting about future shows.

BYO Picnic

Russell has organised another BYO picnic for the 6^th March at Cordeaux Dam. If it is anything like the last one we had at Fitzroy Falls it will be a great day out. Bring your own food and drink, there are plenty of shelters, seats, electric BBQs and hot water available at the dam recreation facilities.

For those who have put their name down for a lift to the event remember to meet at the hall at 9.30am. Don't miss out.

Annual Picnic

Maureen has organised the club's annual picnic for 3^rd April at the usual venue next to the Australian Motorlife Museum in Integral Energy Park a short distance along Darkes Road from the Kanahooka/Princes Highway roundabout. Tickets for this event will be on sale at the next meeting,it's still only $10 for a smashing meal, fun and games. Those who attended last year will remember what a great success it was. don't forget to bring your own cutlery, cup and a plate.

Kiama Walk

The walking group will have its first walk of the year in Kiama on Friday 21^st March which co-incidentally is during Seniors' Week. Catch the 10.22am Kiama train at Dapto Station where Jim will be upstairs in the second carriage. Members can bring their own lunch or buy something on the walk. Should be an interesting day out.

Card Players Wanted

If you like playing cards then why not join our happy band of card players each Wednesday in the Laurel Room at the Ribbonwood Centre starting at 9.30am. Bring a packed lunch; tea and coffee is available. This is a very social group and new members are always welcome - why not try it out?

Fathers' Day Lunch

The Father's Day Lunch originally planned for 4^th September has been put back a fortnight to the 18^th September due to a clash of dates with another local society.

It is not a big problem for us but just remember to change the date listed on your membership card.

Our first lunch this year will be in May - keep an eye out for an announcement of when tickets go on sale.

The Next Meeting

The next regular meeting is on Thursday, 13^th March at 10am - more details later.

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.

What's Happening?

Picnic

Nearly 20 members took part in a picnic at Fitzroy Falls on 3^rd October 2013. This was not our regular subsidised picnic but an extra BYO event.

Unfortunately the weather was not the best and at one stage it looked like being called off but the weather improved slightly and the picnic area was under cover so it ended up being an enjoyable day out.

After eating lunch the weather cleared so many members decided to walk to the falls and the viewing platforms. What had looked like being a wash out turned into a memorable day - so much so that it looks like the experiment will be repeated next month. More details at a future meeting.

A big 'Thanks' to all the people who gave a lift to those members without transport.

Next Meeting - 10^th October 2013

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 Parklea and Flemington Markets there are a few seats left so get a ticket before the meeting. It is only $10 to go on this fantastic trip.

Remember the market trips are on a Sunday.

Chinoiserie Gardens

The November bus trip tickets go on sale at the next meeting too due to the overlap in dates. The tickets are only $15 which includes the bus and garden entry.

Chinoiserie is a very colourful plant collector's garden which will bring much pleasure to all those who visit. It features many rare and unusual plants. This garden (1.25 acres.) features a spring time display of over 100 varieties of peonies - Chinese, Japanese, European and American Tree Peonies and herbaceous borders which flower from spring through to late autumn.

Club Annual Holiday

The club's spring holiday to Moree leaves on Sunday 13^th October. We meet at 6am outside the hall. Twenty five members are going so it should be a good trip.

Gentle Exercises for Seniors

Everybody knows exercise is good for you - the exercise group meets every Thursday at 12.30pm to take part in exercises under a professional tutor. All members are welcome to join, the first session is free and thereafter a mere $3 to cover the cost of the tutor.

Why not try it? Just turn up next Thursday in the hall.

Picnic Fun

Lots of Food and Good Company

Over 70 members ventured out to Integral Energy Park on Thursday, 4^th April to take part in the club's 2013 picnic. What fun everybody had!

There was plenty of cake for all as members arrived and soon the place was buzzing with conversations as they settled down to chat with old friends and make new ones. Tea, coffee and fruit juice were flowing as Maureen handed round trivia quiz sheets for everybody to fill in. As you can see from the photo the quiz got everybody thinking with questions about Dapto, sport, trivia and even nursery rhymes, it was great fun.

Time seemed to fly past and before everybody realised it the lunch arrived and the assembled company settled down to a meal of chicken, coldslaw and potato salad, followed by yet more cake.

Games Time

Once the meal was over it was time to lose some of those calories so the party was moved outside for games of quoits and boules on the grass. Amid shouts and cheers of encouragement the members competed to be the club champion for 2013 - OK, perhaps not a championship but just for the pleasure of friendly competition for the small prizes on offer. During the games there was yet another surprise as ice creams were handed out to all.

Sadly, before everybody realised it it was time to go home, doesn't time just fly when you are having fun? Oh well, there is always next year to look forward to...

Our thanks and congratulations go to Maureen and Rudi for organising such a first rate event.

Mothers' Day Lunch

Just a reminder that tickets go on sale at the next meeting for the first lunch of the year at Dapto Leagues Club on the 16^th May 2013, still only $15 and still with a massive free raffle. Don't miss it.

Club Events in April

Next Meeting - 11^th April

NB: This is the club's only meeting in April due to ANZAC Day falling on a Thursday.

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.
• Get your 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.

Just a quick reminder that if you have not paid your membership for 2013 then it is now due. See Brian at the meeting and he will sort you out, it's still only $12 per annum (good value eh?).

Bus Trips

The next bus trip is to Lancer Barracks on 6^th May. At the moment the bus is full but keep an ear out for anybody dropping out (it happens) or put your name down on the reserve list.

Mothers' Day Lunch

Tickets will be on sale for the Mothers Day Lunch held at Dapto Leagues Club on the 16^th May. As everybody knows these lunches are great fun and subsidised by the club. Every member is very welcome. As usual there will be a great raffle included in the price of admission (don't forget to put your name on the back of your ticket).

Club Picnic

A last minute reminder that the club picnic is at the Motorlife Museum on Thursday 4^th April. Your ticket is in the lucky door prize draw so don't forget to bring it along. See you there.

Tech Savvy Seniors DVD

This DVD arrived in the post this week.

The DVD is the result of a partnership between Telstra and the NSW Government, currently we have only one copy of this two disk set for members to borrow but I think we can increase that number if there is the demand. It certainly seems quite interesting and covers a number of important topics:

Disk One

• Computing and Email.
• Tablets.
• Learning E-Readers.
• Using a Mobile Phone.

Disk Two

• Internet.
• Social Networking.
• Internet Security.
• Home Networking.

Perhaps we might think of screening these DVDs in the Laurel Room before a meeting sometime in the future for those who are interested. Let me know what you think.

Windows 8 DVD

The club also has it's own DVD which deals with the basics of the new Windows 8 operating system. If you have just bought a new computer then you may be interested in borrowing this DVD. At first glance Windows 8 is very different to previous versions of Windows, this DVD demystifies some of the new operating system's features.

The Next Meeting - 14th March 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.
• Book a computer lesson
• Get your name down for one of the hit shows booking this year.
• Get your 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 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

Unfortunately due to Easter we do not have a bus trip in April BUT tickets will be on sale soon for our May trip.

Annual Picnic

Once again we will be having our picnic in April on Thursday the 4^th at 10am. next to the Motorlife Museum where we can have our picnic rain or shine. The road from the Kanahooka roundabout should be open by then.

Of course there will be the usual games, fun and food. Tickets go on sale at this meeting... Don't miss out!

 

Walk across the Seacliff Bridge

The next walk will be part of Seniors' Week and we will be walking from Coalcliff to Scarborough via the Seacliff Bridge

Because we are getting off at a local station the group will meet in the Dapto Railway Station waiting room at about 7.50am to catch the 8.15am train. If you are late we will be in the second carriage. Please join us, you will be made very welcome.

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Reprise!

Better Late than Never

Remember in an earlier blog the picnic held in March? This article appeared in the latest issue of South Coast Senior Lifestyle. It revisits the great picnic held at the motor museum.

What a Picnic!

It was a great day out. Despite the threat of rain the club's annual picnic was a great success. About 50 members arrived at the Australian Motorlife Museum for a few hours fun, food and convivial company.

On arrival everybody had a fancy cake, a cup of tea or coffee and sat down to renew old acquaintances or just to find out the latest news while they waited for their meal.

A cold buffet lunch of chicken, potato salad and coleslaw was served followed up with ice cream and yet more cake; and, boy, was it good!

No sooner had the meal been eaten than the trivia quiz was under-way with all the questions relating to the history of Dapto. The winner correctly answered every question except one and was awarded a fabulous prize.

To help burn off the calories the picnic organiser took advantage of (almost) sunny skies for the competitions to commence on the grass outside.

First it was rolling pin throwing followed by the gum boot throwing competition; all the competitors showed great skill in the wet conditions. Unfortunately this year it was just too wet for a game of bocce but everybody enjoyed either taking part or watching the competitors. It was a lot of fun and afterwards prizes were distributed to our champions.

The winner of the rolling pin throwing competition shows her champion's style.

As they left everybody agreed it had been one of the best picnics ever.

Time for a Picnic

Thursday, 19^th April 2012 is Picnic Day

Bring your money to the next meeting to get your ticket for this year's picnic. The event will be held at the Australian Motorlife Museum in The Integral Energy Recreation Park, Darkes Rd just off the highway north of Dapto (same venue as last year).

The venue is suitable whether the weather is wet or dry so come along have a lovely meal and a good time with your friends.

How much? - only $10, that's all! Only one meeting for you to get your ticket, so make sure you are at the meeting on the 12^th April.

See you there...

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