Dear Friends,
The year rolls on and events whiz by. We've had the shortest day, a lovely sunny day here in Auckland, which I hope is a good omen. I know some of us have already been out in the sun to christen the new season.
We also had one long night, when a power failure spoilt things at the sauna - sorry about that, folks!
We've had our last committee meeting, and we're looking forward to seeing some new faces with lots of new talent to take over after the AGM.
Yes, the AGM!!! Roll up everybody, 2 o'clock on Saturday, 22 August at the Scout den in Clive Road, Mt. Eden, just off Mt. Eden Road by the mountain. And please bring a plate of goodies for afternoon tea, to fortify us for the bus trip to Waiwera. Yes! It’s All Go for our Great Annual Event, so pin up the Fred Bear poster on your fridge or notice board, and MAKE SURE YOU COME.
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It’s only $l6 this year — $2 less than last year, and it also includes GST. For that you get a bus ride there and back, a very nice buffet dinner, plus a whole evening of frolics in the hot Sapphire Pool. BYO, but bring casks or cans only. DEFINITELY NO GLASS OF ANY SORT - bottles, containers, or drinking glasses. Plastic tumblers will be provided.
Bring along your friends, too. All guests and Sun Club members are welcome. Just fill in all the names on your booking slip on the other page and get it posted off to us promptly. We need to know the numbers coming by 8 August.
Your receipt will be your ticket - Keep it and bring it.
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A warm welcome every Sunday 5 - 9 p.m. at Clive Green's Health Centre, 14 Federal Street, City. $5 single, $8 double, $4 pensioners, children free. Remember our Booze Evenings, the second Sunday of every month - BYO eats and drinks, and ladies are FREE.
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No need to hibernate, you know, even if it is winter. Swimarama Pool in Lagoon Drive, Panmure (opposite Kentucky Fried just down from the shops), has a full-size tepid pool, with a separate shallow pool for children of all ages, plus two saunas. So bring your water games, your towel and your friends. You'll find us there on the third Saturday of every month 6.30 - 8.30 p.m. Adults $2, children 50 cents. Dates: 18 July and 15 August.
RICCARD'S, PARAKAI: |
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On the last Friday of every month, 6 - 10 p.m. Adults $4, children $2. Last pool complex on the left, hot pools, takeaway bar, popular with family groups. Hosts: North Shore Sun Club. Dates: 31 July and 28 August.
BAY OF PLENTY SUN CLUB: |
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Your Committee have decided to send a modest donation to the Sun Club to assist with the replacement of their club—house and amenities after their fire.
CONGRATULATIONS: |
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to Tony Davis, who has been elected President of Auckland Sun Club. Good work, Tony!
NEWS FROM OZ: |
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We have heard that in the State of Victoria, ALL beaches have been declared clothes-optional. I wonder why things are so tough for us here. Any comments?
ALF GORRINGE: |
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We note with regret the passing of a stalwart member of our Group. Alf has been a member for nearly ten years. He worked on the Committee for two years, being Secretary for one year. A familiar face no longer there.
His wife writes as follows:—
'Dear Members,
I expect some one will have seen the notice of Alf's death but I wanted you all to know how much he enjoyed his association with the group over recent years especially the regular Sunday evening gatherings at Clive Green's.
He died while sitting in his chair on the verandah after watching one of the World Cup Rugby matches. I had been in conversation with him just minutes before he died, and he was cheerfully talking of the game.
Yours sincerely,
Edith Gorringe.
DIARY: Make a note of these dates:-
18 July Swimarama, Lagoon Drive, Panmure. 6.30 - 8.30 p.m.
19 July Sauna at Clive Green's, 14 Federal Street, City. 5 - 9 p.m.
26 July Sauna
31 July Rickard's Hot Pools, Parakai. 6 - 10 p.m.
2 August Sauna
9 August Social night at sauna - BYO supper.
15 August Swimarama
16 August Sauna
22 August Annual General Meeting and Waiwera Trip. 2 - 10 p.m.
23 August Sauna
28 August Rickard's Hot Pools, Parakai.
30 August Sauna
COMMITTEE: Tom Lewis 418-1890 Jim Peddieson 559-730*Ask for Jim
John Riggir 565-219 Adrianne Caldwell 883-784
BOP CONTACTS: David Taylor TG 69-843 Adele Stevenson TG 56-468
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In the old days, bush walks and tramps were a regular feature of the FBG Diary, and some of us would like to revive these. Most of the tramping haunts are rather populated nowadays, and we would need to keep some of our clothes on, so the walks will probably be scheduled for the spring and autumn when it may not be sunny enough to lie around on the beach. So, if you're a good, keen type - watch for details in your next newsletter.
I hope you are busy getting all your jobs done around the house during the winter, like I am (!) so that you’ll be able to spend lots of time out in the sun when it comes back.
It’s not far away now!
See you,
