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At last the long dark evenings are over and winter is behind us. What a pleasure to see the lovely spring flowers and hear the birds singing. Thoughts turn now to sunny days (we hope) playing croquet. Our thanks to those who have helped us keep in touch over the winter by organising coffee mornings- they were very much enjoyed by all who attended. Thanks are also due to those who have been working hard to get the lawns, clubhouse etc ready for the season to begin.
As most of you will know, there are some changes this year, and we welcome Bob Savage as our new Chairman, thanking John for all his work over the last two years. We are also very grateful to Iris who has retired after four busy years as our secretary.
Sadly both Gerry Barker and Joan Anderson have died during the winter. Both have served the club in different ways over the years, and we shall miss them. Joan's enthusiasm has continued right into her nineties, and Gerry has been involved in a number of different ways. To quote John in his obituary in the February Croquet Gazette- 'Gerry was such an interesting, warm-hearted and friendly person, it was a joy to know him'. There is a copy of this magazine in the Clubhouse if you would like to read it. Those of you who have been long-standing members of the club will have your own memories of Joan.
Please send your competition entries to Marjorie, and if you have not yet paid your subscription, now is the time to do it.
Full membership £70 Country £60 Social £5.
Cheques made payable to: `Plymouth Croquet Club' and send to the Treasurer.
Budleigh Friendly at Budleigh Tuesday 1 st June
Saturday 12th June and Sunday 13th June
Golf Croquet Tournament Thursday 15th July
Hartley Shield Monday 30th August
Intermediate League Semi-final Sunday 5th September at Plymouth
It is important that you watch the Notice Board in case there are any changes
to these dates as lawns will not be available to club members during these
matches.
The date and venue of the league matches will be posted on the
Notice Board by Team Captains
Your help is needed to provide the teas at these matches so please put your name down to help, and keep up Plymouth's tradition for delicious teas.
Margaret and her team of helpers have again arranged a varied programme of events for us to look forward to. Dates are subject to change so please watch the Notice Board.
Wed. 21st April - 10.30 a.m. to 12 noon Coffee
and Doughnuts, Bring & Buy/ Raffle
Friday 7th May Bring your own supper
Monday 10th May Old Plymptonians Day
Saturday 22nd May Ploughmans Lunch for all
Wednesday 30th June Strawberry Tea and Raffle
Monday 26th July Ladies Probus Day
Wednesday 4th August Ladies Day
Friday 6th or Friday 13th August Pasty Supper and Fun Evening
Wednesday 18th August Ploughmans Lunch for all
Saturday 4th September Bring your own supper
Saturday 25th September Ladies versus Gents Challenge
Thursday 7th October
Coffee & Cake/Bring & Buy and Raffle
Sunday 17th October
Pegging Out Party/ End of season
updated 29 October, 2004