Matamata RSA Newsletter - September 2020

FUN | FRIENDSHIP | FAMILY …. THE BEATING HEART OF MATAMATA

DIARY DATES –SEPTEMBER /OCTOBER 2020

4^th September – Friday – RSA vs New World 8-Ball – 7.30pm till late

5^th September – Saturday – Indoor Sports Day … pairs or singles. Play indoor bowls, 8-ball and darts. Prizes, raffles and more. $10pp includes a light lunch. Bookings essential. 2pm

20^th September – Sunday – Country Music Club – 1pm

20^th September – Sunday – Kids’ 8-Ball & More!

4^th October – Sunday Roast –6pm; $20pp. We can offer a vegetarian option (please enquire) – bookings essential.

8^th October – Sunday – Country Music Club – 1pm

9^th October – Friday – RSA vs New World 8-Ball – 7.30pm till late

25^th October – Sunday Roast –6pm; $20pp. We can offer a vegetarian option (please enquire) – bookings essential.

30^th October – Friday – QUIZ NIGHT – Halloween – 7.30pm; $2pp. Dress the part for spot prizes!

REGULARS:

Rock ‘n Roll – Strut your stuff or learn a few new moves. All ages and levels welcome. Every MONDAY night. Be here by 6.30 for a 6.45pm start. $2 per person.
Indoor Bowls – Social games for fun and companionship. All levels welcome. 1pm start every MONDAY. Tea, coffee, biscuits available for a gold coin donation.
500 Club – Card whiz? Beginner? All welcome. Every TUESDAY at 1pm. Tea, coffee, biscuits available for a gold coin donation.
Housie – Play starts a 6.30pm sharp every WEDNESDAY (except 1^st Wed of the month!)
Darts – Starts Friday 11^th – 7.30pm …. Don’t miss the fun!
Killer Pool – Every SUNDAY. Names in by 3:45pm. Play starts at 4:00pm. $5 per person. Winner takes all.
Elusive Joker – Every FRIDAY. Sales from 5pm – drawn just after 7pm. $1 a ticket. You must be over 18 and present to win!

RAFFLES – Raffle tickets on sale from 3pm daily at the bar. Draws take place from 6.30pm.

Tuesday – hot roast chickens + vouchers; Lucky Number Draw
Thursday – Meat packs; Club Membership Draw after raffles (you must be present to win!)
Friday – Meat packs

MEMBERSHIP CARDS – Members MUST carry their RSA Membership cards on them at all times whilst on the premises. We will be conducting spot checks over the next few months, as this is a legal requirement. Plus, for instance, if you win the Membership Draw and cannot produce your card, you will NOT be able to claim the winnings! Please bear in mind that we can be liable for a fine of up to $20,000 if you are found not carrying your cards by an inspector!

SUGGESTIONS – This is YOUR CLUB. If you have suggestions on events to run, menus etc, pop your suggestions into the office in writing or send an email – we can’t action or discuss verbal requests!

TAP BEERS – Our NEW DB Beers are in stock … Amstel Light and Export 33! While stocks last, you can win a FREE t-shirt with any DB keg beer purchase. Also check out the great pricing on 1.8 litre branded jugs of TUI and Export 33!

Sponsor for the Thursday night Members’ Draw for SEPTEMBER is:

DON GRIFFITHS

DIG IT – DRILL IT – DRAIN IT

888 5724 / 13 Elizabeth St, Matamata
dongriffiths.co.nz

CHEQUES – By July 2021, cheques will be a thing of the past. For this reason, we are asking members to please start adopting alternate measures now, so that you have things in place and are well prepared for the transition! Visit your bank or give them a call to talk you through alternative means of payment that you may require.

SHUTTLE VAN

A Massive thank you to Baigent Motors for the provision of our shuttle van! PLEASE ENSURE YOU SUPPORT BAIGENT MOTORS MATAMATA whenever you can!

The van is now up and running with volunteer drivers. It currently operates only on Thursday and Friday evenings. If you want to be picked up, please ensure you call the office before 3pm on the day.

Pick-ups: 5pm to 6pm Drop-offs: 7.30pm to 8.30pm

Outside of these times by prior arrangement only!

Operating area: within the town boundaries only at present.

8-BALL NEWS:

The MIXED PAIRS championship started 16^th August. If you have put your name down, please check the draw on the 8-Ball boards and ensure you organise to play your game within the allotted time frames!

Unfortunately, some Clubs in the Interclub comp opted to halt proceedings during the latest lockdown level shift. These are now resuming as of this coming Monday! Check your texts from Lee!

KEEP SMILING

Getting Older …. If my body were a car, I would trade it in. Every time I cough, sneeze or sputter, my radiator leaks and my exhaust backfires!

COMMITTEE CHANGES – Due to changes in personal circumstances, Wendy Villiers has decided to stand down from the Committee. We are very sad to see her go, but she promises to still be around the club helping out as a Social Ambassador. In her stead, Viv Parnell has now been moved onto the Committee – please make her feel welcome in her new role.

RECENT EVENTS – While the numbers attending were disappointing, those who did attend our Dinner Dance and Curling Cup events were thrilled and had a blast! Please remember that we cater for those who have their names on the list – and we lose money with no-shows! We also lose money when greater numbers than attending put their names down events with entertainment …. The club still has to pay for the entertainment provided.

The Curling Cup was won by Nicole D, Judy B and Jane T, so now the challenge is on!

Check out the Facebook page for the images uploaded there. Thank you to all those who supported the events.

SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS ….

P E West F A Belcher R C Ferguson

C S Martin Shirley Cornes P M Martin

Michael Phillips J H Madgwick D J Bulcraig

Scott Price Linda Marshall G Hughes

T L Walter Judith Burrell Trevor Kearns

P J Vossen Margaret Sinclair Mark Wallis

G B Paterson Gay Davy L C Mea

P T Cook Chris Coe Jason Jones

R J Campbell R W Norman Kevin Housley