Club Waimea

Watch out for the stories on this recent Nelson Anniversary weekend trip.

Club Waimea hosted the 26th Annual Clubs National Womens indoor bowls tournament last july with locals Jean McKenzie , Patricia Stade and Linda Carrick amongst the successful players.

At Club Waimea we have a strong Indoor Bowls Section. Our bowling season generally runs from February until early October each year. During our season we meet each Monday evening at 7.15 in the Club Waimea hall. Opening night for the 2010 season is 15 February. We have a busy season of bowls planned as well as visits to and from otherclubs in our region. There are also several open tournaments held by other clubs and associations that our teams are encouraged to participate in. Indoor Bowls is a game that can be played by everyone either as a social activity or as competitively as you wish, no equipment is required other than the wearing of flat soled shoes to protect the bowling mats. There are social games of singles, pairs, triples and fours as well as championship matches for those that want to play at a higher level. New members are always welcome, so why not come to our opening night on 15 February and give the game of Indoor Bowls a go. Encouragement and coaching is given to new players.

For more information on the Indoor Bowls Section:

Tele phone Mary Jordan on 544 9613 or AtholCurtis on 544 8046.

Beatles Show Cancelled

Live at Club Waimea on Friday 12 February 2010, 8pm

Tickets on sale now at the club. Members $20.00pp, non members $25.00pp

Club manager says, ‘We’re looking forward to February, so join us …’

Club Waimea manager Raymond Nicholson (pictured right) says “There is always plenty going on at Club Waimea, something to appeal to everyone, meaning there are so many good reasons why you should become a member of our friendly, supportive and progressive club.” You can join now for as little as $20.

A great line up of entertainment has been planned for February with tickets on sale now for some of these shows. Members are entitled to discounted prices. Our Sunday night Buffet is excellent value at $19.90pp and we always keep drinks at affordable prices. With regular sporting and social activities to cater to the young and more mature members you will be glad you joined Club Waimea. Be it for a game of cards or snooker, a round of golf or something more adventurous such as one of the fishing trips, there really is something here for everyone, and that includes you.

Social darts is to make a welcome and eagerly anticipated return to the club for casual play with the introduction of two new dart boards into the main bar area. It is the intention to grow this sport and introduce a business house league over the winter months for social competition.

Club Waimea Fishing Section member Viv and her baby groper

Join the Club Waimea Fishing Section and enjoy “Ole Nicks Fisho Traces” demonstration. Bruce Nicholls has over 40 years experience in fishing.

Bruce is going to share with us tips and tricks including type knots to use, nylon versus braid, presentation of the baits and how to make your own traces for gurnard, terakahi, schnapper, cod and groper.

And for those who don’t have the time to make your own, traces will be available for purchase on the night. Special offers apply for Waimea Club members. The bar will be open.

This demonstration is on Wednesday 3rd February from 7pm to 8.30pm at Club Waimea’s Richmond Room. There is absolutely no charge.

For enquiries contact rowena.richards@xtra.co.nz or phone 547 7211

• Jan 24 8am
• Feb 28 8am
• Mar 28 8am
• Apr 11 8am
• May 9 8am
• Jun 13 11.30am
• Jul 18 11.30am
• Aug 15 11.30am
• Sep 12 8am
• Oct 10 8am
• Nov 7 8am
• Dec 12 TBA

The club came alive to the sound of music with its recent Karaoke competition, with further competitions planned for later on in the year. Watch out for details on this popular event.

Karaoke Competition
Come along this Saturday and be part of our fun karaoke night competition it is free to enter. You will need to sing two songs before our panel of judges and the club audience. We have prizes for the best Male, Female and Duo acts, your chance to strut your stuff on stage.

Registrations will be from 7pm with the competition starting at 7.30pm.

Shows
The club has a couple of shows coming up over the next few weeks with the Country Music Showcase this Sunday afternoon from 2pm with a $5.00 door charge.

The Funslingers variety concert is on Friday 5 February at 8pm with tickets on sale now only $10.00members and $15 for non members. This will be a great night out so make up a group and have a fun night out at Club Waimea.

A Beatles tribute show is being held on Friday 12 February at 8pm, tickets are $20 members and $25 for non members

We have regular activities getting underway in the club from February, plus the addition of two darts boards which will be ready for play shortly.

The Sunday night buffet is proving popular at $19.90 it is great value, if you haven’t been in come and check it out.

On Stage 8pm on Friday 5th February 2010. Tickets on sale now $10.00 members and $15.00 non members