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NEWARK TOWN BOWLS & SOCIAL CLUB 

NEWARK TOWN BOWLS & SOCIAL CLUB –July Newsletter
A Note from the Chairman - Mac Mallard
Dear Members
What a pleasure to see the green completely full on a Wednesday evening. The good news is from the 19th of July we will be able to make much more use of the club room, please come along have a bowl on the green or just sit inside the club house or outside with friends and enjoy a drink.
A plea for help if I may, the 100-club organised by Brenda raises a lot of much needed funds for the club,  if you have numbers already and have not yet paid, please contact Brenda, we do need the money in before the first draw on the 1st of August. Again, I believe there are still a few numbers left so again please contact Brenda and let us try to sell the lot and do not forget our fun day on the 25th of July 2021.
A Note from the Secretary – Susan Parker
We are now affiliated to Bowls England, and we have registered 26 members.
The Fancy Hat Family Fun Day is coming round fast, and a registration list and volunteer list is in the hallway at the club and tickets are now available to buy, so far we have 20 names on the list, do please support this event, it is with the aim of raising funds for our club and getting to know each other a little better. Date 25th July 11.00am to 16.00pm Hat Parade at 3pm. Tony Parker is organizing the 5-4-3-2-1 game. The Bar will be open.
A Note from the Treasurer – Rob Ritson
Having been carrying out this role for over 8 weeks now I am incredibly pleased to say that both the Charity and Social club are coming out of the pandemic in a healthy position and with the help of the football and upcoming Fundraising events as our Family fun day we will be ending the year on a much-welcomed high note.    But as with any Treasurer we need more, more members both Bowling and Social, if any of you have any ideas for fundraising, please do not be shy and let us know them.  Any ideas how you think we could improve, again let us know,
We had the disappointment of the final football result; I would like to thank all those who attended our Euro 20 match afternoons and evenings. A great atmosphere, great banter, and for the club’s coffers lots of drink consumed.  This is your club, come and use it not just for bowling but for an evening aperitif or dust busting pint or just a very civilised cuppa in beautiful surroundings.
A Note from the Social secretary – Brenda Wright
First winner was Number 22 Mac Mallard, Second number 10 Marian Quant
Hello everyone. Thank you very much to the 100 Club members who have already sent their renewal payment. It is so kind of you to support the Club. The last year's winners were drawn by several independent people including the postman, window cleaner or a Club member. Last year’s winners are posted on the notice board in the Club Foyer.
The New Year begins on the 1st of August. Would you arrange payment asap please or let me know if you are not renewing? Alternatively, payment can be posted in the Club post box on the Left-hand side of the Gate.
As you are all aware we have had a Defibrillator in the Foyer for over 3 and retraining was necessary for committee members and club captains. This was done on Sunday 11th July at 10.00am The training was given by the Newark & Sherwood First, 10 people attended an excellent presentation conducted by Kevin Walsh (Team Leader) & Paul, his assistant. It was held under Covid restriction rules & recommendations. 3 mannequins were provided giving everybody the chance to assess, act accordingly & practice CPR under the new Covid practice ruling. A health check was undertaken on the defibrillator which does require new pads & battery, which is currently being dealt with, then monthly checks will be made to ensure its reliability if ever needed. A big thankyou to a long-standing member plus the Newark Patriotic who very kindly provided a donation to First Responders.
 
A Note from the Club Captain – Tony Murphy 
An update on Newark & District (E.B.F) Bowl’s league Division One 2021 SEASON.   AS 02. 07. 2021 we have play 4 games, wone 2 and lost 2. The Red team have 2 wins over the Green team, we have played 5 league matches so far this month, we have lost 3 and won 2.
Wednesday evening practice bowling is well attended, it would be a good opportunity for Team Captains to come and assess potential bowlers. Coaching is available on the evening if required. 
 
Finally
Been affiliated with Bowls England opens opportunities for development, training, and coaching with the various programmes that they have, the one that caught my eye was the Women Can Campaign. I will be signing us up to receive a resource pack.
Susan Parker - Secretary
 
NEWARK TOWN BOWLS & SOCIAL CLUB – June Newsletter
A Note from Chair - Mac Mallard
What a great pleasure to sit on a bench on Wednesday evening with a cold beer watching many members enjoy their bowling. The weather is absolutely perfect for you to come down and have a game, remember we are open every day unless there is a match on, all we ask is that you respect the situation we find ourselves in and that you look at the posters that Brenda has posted round the club and help us keep yourselves and everyone safe.
I would also ask you to take time and look at the surroundings that our maintenance team under Paul have achieved, without question they are outstanding.
So again, come along enjoy either a session of bowling or just a drink and a chat with friends.
 Of cause having a drink will make our bar manager very happy. 😊
A Note from the Secretary – Susan Parker
We are having a Fancy Hat Family Fun day with the aim of raising funds for our club. Date 25th July 11.00am to 16.00pm please put this in your diary. Prizes for best hat, and all families and friends are invited. Tickets are £5.00 per person and children 5-16 £3,00. They will be a BBQ, and the bar will be open, but we need puddening, if you can, please bring fruit and cream. All are encouraged to have a go at spider bowling a £1.00 a go and the nearest gets a prize, 2 rinks will be available for beginners to practice. We need volunteers for many roles, please contact me if you can help. Posters will soon be available.
The club is now open to be hired and the price remains the same as last year.
An application to be affiliated with Bowls England is in early stages of processing.
A Note from the New Treasurer – Rob Ritson
Hello everyone, I would like to introduce myself to you all having recently been accepted by vote as the Treasurer and Chairman of Trustees of this wonderful charity and club of which I am honoured to be carrying out these roles.
 As I am sure you are all aware that this financial year has been a tough one for everyone including ourselves and as a fiscal year goes it’s not been good but between the trustees and committee, we reopened our doors on May the 17th for both league and social bowling.
We are also opening up the club social room for hire and social events from the 21st of June all be it now looking more likely to be under the current rules of lockdown i.e. 6 to a table, table service only and masks to be worn if moving about within the club confines.
We are also improving the facility with the addition of Wifi from the 24th of June as well as card payment facilities from around the same time.
The club and green have been maintained throughout the pandemic in excellent condition and a big thank you goes to our Club Chairman and Captain and Maintenance Manager and his team of professionals and unsung volunteers for their help over the past twelve months pristine for when members and guests were able to come back to the club.
Once again, a big thank you to you all and let’s hope that we can all enjoy the rest of the summer and I look forward to seeing you all at the club
 
A Note from the Social secretary – Brenda Wright
 The winning numbers for the June 100 Club draw are as follows
 No 42 C Ferguson  &  No26 K Priestley      It is that time of year again to invite the 100 Club members to renew their membership please. The payment of £12 is now due & must be paid by JULY 12th to enable me to offer any spare numbers to people waiting. Please make payments by bank transfer to TSB NEWARK TOWN SOCIAL CLUB -Sort code 30-95-88   A/C NO 00988882 --ref your name please or a cheque posted in the mailbox. Do let me know you are not renewing your membership for the release of spare numbers.
The Internal Competition entry forms are on the corridor notice board. Please add your name to each individual match you would like to play in as soon as possible. This will allow plenty of time during the Summer months to play them early so that a presentation can be arranged at the end of the Season.  They can be played at any time you & your participating partner are available. Just fill in a match card & place it in the box by the board showing scores & signed         
 
A Note from the Club Captain – Tony Murphy
 
Wednesday evening are getting busy and its encouraging to see so many members, so please all team captains please do come and meet the new bowlers, league games are going well,
 
A new cup – The John Coles trophy, is for beginners who have played either 4 years or less and to be awarded at the end of the season.
 
Latest results from games played so far
18May Radcliffe away   won 7  -0
22 May Newark red beat Newark GREEN  6 -1
24May Sherwood millennium cup won
25May Ruddington lost  7 -0
28May Barnstone won  6 -1
1 June Southwell TVL Cup lost 6 -1
 
Finally
Thanks to Paul Hatherley for sorting the broken fence at the back of the building and Newark Patriotic Fund for paying for it.
Brenda declined this month’s spotlight and volunteered Ron Pestal whom I have had an interesting conversation with, and once he has agreed with the write up it will be in next month’s issue.
Susan Parker - Secretary
 







NEWARK TOWN BOWLS & SOCIAL CLUB – April Newsletter
A note from Chair of the Trustees – Tony Wise
I am sad to report that our Chairman Jeff Thorpe passed away in Glenfield Hospital following a second heart operation on Easter Sunday. It is a shock to us all. Jeff was a popular member of the club and a very competent bowler he will be missed very much for the work he undertook. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time.

A note from the Secretary – Susan Parker
The committee after checking with Bowls England website, noted, we are in stage 2, so we will open on 18th April at 10.30 (weather permitting) the bowling arrangements are the same as last year social bowling. But under step 2 we are allowed outdoor catering/hospitality and changing rooms can open. Tony Murphy is pursuing information of the appropriate leagues and when they will be available. We would love to see as many of you as possible on that day.
This month’s spotlight is Tony Wise
I have had a fascinating insight to Tony history with the Bowls Club when he joined in 2009 after being to the 200 years celebration at the castle grounds, having a nick name, Tony the Fence! Doing Bowls road show in the market square and County showground and lots more, so I have attached the full story so you can read at your leisure.
A Note from the Social secretary – Brenda Wright
Madeline Skiba drew the balls for the 100 Club
1st winning number is No 16--E. Guthrie 2nd number is No5 B Wright
Just to remind you all: benefits of bowling are it’s a no contact sport, can be competitive or recreational.  The games can be challenging, and it aids concentration,
All existing & new members are most welcome to the new Season.
Any member aware of anyone new to Lawn Bowling who may wish to know more please invite them. All we ask is for flat soled footwear to be worn on the green. All equipment is provided & excellent tuition is available.
COVID-19 precautions & social distancing will be in place along with sanitiser & Sani-4 spray.
 
There are no matches able to be played before the middle of May so there is plenty of time for us all to practice and enjoy social bowling to get us prepared in the hope fixtures can go ahead.
Finally
Well done Brenda on winning.
Next months spotlight is Val Swain who has many interesting stories about the Silver Jack and joined in 1987.
God bless Jeff Thorpe RIP  details of his funeral arrangements when known, will be passed on.
Susan Parker - Secretary
 

NEWARK TOWN BOWLS & SOCIAL CLUB - March Newsletter
A note from Vice Chairman – Mac Mallard
Hello Everyone 
I hope this newsletter finds you all well and fit. I have spoken with Chairman Jeff yesterday, he wishes me to pass on his good wishes to you all and let you know he expects to be in Hospital until at least the end of March when hopefully he will be strong enough to have a second operation and be allowed to leave. The committee will be meeting very soon and hopefully we will receive some good news from our club captain Tony M about what the future may hold for us regarding the green. We will of course keep you up to date with any changes the government may make over the coming weeks, 
Stay Safe - Mac
 
 A note from the Treasure – Tony Wise I would just like to thank the previous 100 clubs winners as they have given their winning back to the club,  it was a kind gesture.

A note from the Secretary – Susan Parker
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This month’s spotlight is Kevin Rudkin
 Kevin joined the club in 2003, the only members he remember still being with us when he joined are, Val Swain and Ron Pestell.
So Kevin what roles have you held “I have held a number of positions during that time including committee member, Treasurer, Bar manager along with Keith Cartledge, Bingo caller at socials, team captain of the Wednesday afternoon league, and Saturday league, I have won many club trophies including the Silver Jack which was always played as the opening competition of the season, and was presented to the club after the end of the 1st world war. Well
 Best memories are our 200 year anniversary, when we had other clubs from the Newark area competing, and the club house open, also the club being open on New Year’s Eve having a buffet and Disco for a party night.
Winning the Wednesday & Saturday afternoon leagues was enjoyable and many more.
As far as disasters I can’t remember any really”
Well thank you for that Kevin, and now I am really interest to know more about the Sliver Jack!  Next month the spot light is Tony Wise.
A Note from the Social secretary – Brenda Wright
The winners of the 100 club are
 
No 36 Kevin Clayton & No 17. Kenneth Brown. 
 Just to remind you all, that  the NEWARK SHOWGROUND'S VACCINATION CENTRE IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR BOOKING  APPOINTMENTS FOR THE 'OVER 60"s
The procedure is the same as before: website the NHS uses is swift queue.co.uk  & if you have received your letter, appointments are now ready to book. If your letter has not yet arrived, you can register on swift queue until the site allows you to book. You may have to scroll down to see the Newark site, but it is easy to book. The alternate way is to use the phone number on your letter.   There is a Marshall's shuttle bus running to & from the Showground for those unable to drive. 
Finally
So a question to all members, who presented the Sliver Jack to club and why?  Plus any stories about the Sliver Jack Please respond to the secretary, Susanalice491@gmail.com
Susan Parker
Secretary

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NEWARK TOWN BOWLS & SOCIAL CLUB
February Newsletter
 
As I write this letter, our Chairman is still awaiting his operation in hospital but hopefully it is imminent.
We had in December a request from Flowserve B C to join our club, their proposal was could we accommodated their 54 playing members as a separate club on our site. The Trustees and all committee members were asked their advice on the proposal and after much debate and zoom meetings, working out the pros and cons, it was decided that NTBC would not be able to logistically accommodate Flowserve BC. The decision was made on the 2 Feb.
As a fairly new member to the club and trying to gain some knowledge of the history of the club I thought I would do a focus on a member of the club and quiz them!
So Tony Murphy is in the hot seat. He has been a member since 2011, so 10 years a member and he has been very busy in that time, He has been club president for 2 years Chairman for 3 years Bar manager 6 years and social committee 3 years.  When asked what trophies he has won, well I have won all club trophies once and the 3 champions and runner up in same year.  Also won Newark league division 2 plus Trent Valley league Since 2012 he has been  Captain of Newark league team and for 5 years was Captain of Saturday.
So Tony what is your best memory over the last 10 years?
It was been President of LCBC league, I have so many memories of former players and the good times we shared. No bad memories as I have enjoyed my time here with the bowling and the social.
Thank you Tony for that.
So, who is the longest serving member of the club? Please respond to Brenda with names and below is a note from Brenda.
Good morning all, Just to let you know that the NEWARK SHOWGROUND'S VACCINATION CENTRE IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR BOOKING  APPOINTMENTS FOR THE 'OVER 70"s
The website the NHS uses is swift queue.co.uk  & if you have received your letter, appointments are now ready to book. 
If your letter has not yet arrived, you can register on swift queue until the site allows you to book. You may have to scroll down to see the Newark site, but it is easy to book.
The alternate way is to use the phone number on your letter.   There is a Marshall's shuttle bus running to & from the Showground for those unable to drive. 
It is amazing how exciting it is to go for a jab & see real people after so long. Kind regards and missing you all. Brenda Wright
 
The winners of the 100 club are
 
1st prize - No. 33. - Jeff Thorpe
 2nd prize is No 40- Ron Pestell
Susan Parker
Secretary of Newark Bowls Club






































OCTOBER NEWSLETTER
Although that brief “Indian Summer” at the end of September did allow us to bowl a little longer, it is unfortunately now fast becoming a fading memory as Autumn cold and damp sweep in!
Normally we would be able to brighten things up with our Autumn Social but regrettably still can’t safely open the clubhouse. For all our many social members just a word to say, we haven’t forgotten you, and will do our best to get some kind of social programme going as soon as we possibly can. In the meantime, we are taking the opportunity to redecorate the club room and make it brighter for when we do return. Thanks go to Tony Murphy for undertaking this work.
We eventually managed to play three friendlies and thanks go to everyone who turned out. I understand they were all good games.
By now, either by post or email you should have received details of how to apply or make nominations for the committee. I know many maybe think committees aren’t their thing or are shy in coming forward. I really can’t stress strongly enough though how important this is. Without a strong committee all the background work in both bowling and social terms just won’t happen! Nominations agreed by the candidate and seconded should reach me by post or email by Sunday 25th October.
On a personal basis, I am moving out of the area and am therefore stepping down as both Chair and Secretary. Both these positions need to get filled and agreed at the AGM. This is a great club and it has been both a pleasure and a privilege to lead it although I could have wished for a slightly less difficult year!
Following the nominations process you will then get a chance to vote on the various proposals for the AGM on Sunday 22nd November or if you wish, join a zoom meeting of the AGM itself!
The September 100 Club monthly draw has now taken place. 
The winning ticket was No. 51 held by Bill Irons and 2nd prize was won by ticket No. 94 held by Kevin Clayton. Congratulations to both of them. The next draw will be at the beginning of November. 
Hoping you are all remain safe and well and still finding lots of things to keep occupied as the Covid restrictions tighten. 
 
Kind regards 
Jeff Thorpe - Chairman.  

NEWARK TOWN BOWLS & SOCIAL CLUB
SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER
As we enter September and we start to notice the days growing shorter why not take the chance to grab a final opportunity for a bit of social outdoor bowling. The good news is you still can! The green is closed from Saturday 19th September but until then you can still book for a roll up game by ringing Tony Murphy on 07702 307228.
Although regrettably we didn’t feel we could open safely to allow friendlies at home we have played three away games at Bottesford (twice) and Long Bennington organised by Tony. As well as providing a small amount of competitive bowling, a real side benefit was the fact that teams included a significant proportion of our newer members from this season as many of our regular bowlers were still isolating.
Our AGM was originally scheduled for about now and had to be postponed due to COVID. We had hoped that delaying would make it possible to proceed with a face to face meeting, but unfortunately, restrictions are still very much with us. The committee have therefore decided that this year’s AGM will have to be virtual and have set the date of Sunday 22nd November at 10.30 a.m.
I will communicate the detail of how you can participate in a separate communication in the next few days. Broadly this is likely to be a zoom meeting on the day and all members being given the chance to vote in advance by a combination of email and post if you don’t wish to “zoom”!
The first part of the process will be to receive nominations for next year’s committee and we need volunteers. So, if you are interested and want to know more, let me know, or talk to one of the current committee members. 
The September 100 Club monthly draw has now taken place. 
The winning ticket was No. 78 held by Brian Jex and 2nd prize was won by ticket No. 68 held by Brian Marsh. Congratulations to both of them. The next draw will be at the beginning of October.
 
Hoping you are all well and remain safe.
 
 
Kind regards
 
Jeff Thorpe - Chairman.  

June Newsletter
As the lockdown is slowly being eased the club has responded and started a limited resumption of bowling from 1st June. We are being cautious in the first instance, and have followed guidelines from Bowls England to initially open one rink. Access is via a telephone booking system kindly being provided by our Club Captain, Tony Murphy, on 07702 307228. The club house, including the toilets, remain closed. Details of this have already been provided to bowling members via a special newsletter.
Social distancing requirements mean there remains little chance of any competitive bowling resuming this season and all league matches have been cancelled in the NDL and LCBC. I have no information on the TVL but can only assume this is the same. On a wider front it would seem that some clubs are not opening at all and some, like us, only opening for social bowling under strict rules.
The committee continues to meet “virtually” on a regular basis. They have made the decision that, looking ahead, it would be virtually impossible to hold a normal AGM on the 6th September as previously agreed. The meeting has therefore been postponed until later in the year when the situation in place then will be reviewed to consider the best course of action. 
 
In the “100 club” the winners for May were No.62 Marie Calvert and No.76  Kevin Clayton.  Both winners have been notified & cheques arranged.
July is the last draw in the current club which runs for a year and we invite you to renew your annual “100 club” membership payment before July 12th please as the 1st draw of 2020-2021 is in August
The cost is £12 per number. Payment can be made, ideally by Bank Transfer to TSB Bank—Sort Code 30-95-88    A/C number 00988882 & in the reference box enter your name & 100 club payment. Alternatively, it can be posted to Brenda Wright,11 Marron Court, Fernwood, Newark NG243WT, or left in the Club post-box on the LEFT-HAND SIDE OF THE GATE.
 IF you decide not to support the Club by re-joining please inform Brenda on
01636 708785   or 07806 755603 so that we can fill in the gaps with new members and maximise the benefit to the club in these trying financial times.
 
Good well wishes for a speedy  recovery have been sent on behalf of the Club to Marie Calvert who has had an accident, &  is in hospital.
 
Finally, some of you may know the club now has a flagpole! We therefore need a club flag. Let me, or anyone on the committee have your suggestions for a flag design. It must incorporate our full name “Newark Town Bowls & Social Club”.
 
Until next month, stay safe and if you do venture out for a practice, enjoy your bowling.
 
Kind regards
Jeff Thorpe – Chair