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Please see below the first missive from our new Social Secretary, Christopher Coveney
Dear All,
Having taken on the mantle of Social Secretary for 1 year, may I invite people to put the following in their diaries?
Sunday 23rd May 2010 Club racing at 11.00 followed by lunch.
Sunday 20th June 2010 Club racing at 11.00 followed by lunch.
Saturday 24th July 2010 "Soiree" in the garden at 60 Munster Road from 7.30 p.m. to midnight.
The Club racing will be an opportunity for debutantes to come out, paired up with seasoned campaigners for some scratch racing. I anticipate that Tom or Bob will make up the teams and I would be pleased persons wishing to participate could let me know so that I can pass on names to make organisation easier. Also could I have numbers for lunch? Spouses and families will be welcome. Quite what form the fare will take will depend on numbers (so early indications would be appreciated). There will be a charge to cover cost and, I hope, to put something into the boat fund.
The "Soiree" will require a contribution from people also. I will advise on cost later.
With regards,
Christopher
(You can contact Christopher using the email link at the bottom of this page)
Thanks from Roger Haines for the Red Kite Talk fundraiser on Sunday 25th April:
Many thanks to Nicky Painter & Dana Hodshon for organising this evening's talk with a wonderful supper for the: 'Return of the Red Kite' an illustrated talk by Nigel Snell - formerly Project Coordinator S. England Red Kites (and also Nicky's big brother!)
A total £105 was raised from the proceeds of tonight to be donated to Tom's charity 'Help for Heroes'. In addition to this, another sweep stake was held to guess Fran Kenden's time in completing her 13th London Marathon yesterday. Huge congratulations to Fran who finished in a cracking time of 3 hour 59 minutes 16 seconds. I'd have been sitting at home with my feet up if I was her, which only goes to show what a marvellous athlete she is. Dave Evans won the sweep stake & magnanimously chose not to accept his winnings so the £30 will go to Asthma UK.
Thank you for all your support.
Best regards, Roger
Roger's Marathon meander across the Atlantic Ocean
News of two events being organised by Nicky Painter
CHEERS FOR ROG WHO HAS NOW FINISHED!!!!!
NOW PLEASE SUPPORT HIM AND TOM BY COMING ALONG TO THESE EVENTS - HAVE ALMOST NO TAKERS SO FAR (EXCEPT ROG AND AMANDA!!) DON'T DELAY.... BOOK TODAY!!!!
Your Chance to Support Roger and Tom's Charities!!!!
As Roger continues gallantly to pull his way across the Atlantic here is a great opportunity to support him and Tom by having a fun and informative evening at the SKIFF CLUB and raising some dosh for their chosen charities.
Two fascinating talks have been arranged accompanied by supper and access to the usual drinks from the bar. Here are the details:
Sunday 25 April: 'Return of the Red Kite' an illustrated talk by Nigel Snell - formerly Project Coordinator S. England Red Kites (and also my big brother!)
Sunday 16 May: 'The Ancient Olympics' an illustrated talk by Rita Jones - who has a long association with the Skiff Club and gave a talk some while ago on the Triremes (ancient Greek fighting ships propelled mainly by oars!)
Arrive at 1830 to get your drinks. The talks will start around 1900 and take about an hour. A light supper will follow. There will be time for questions and discussion.
Tickets for the talk and supper are £10 per person - or a bargain £15 if you are coming to both. All bookable in advance, please!
This is a really good cause so DO come along. The more the merrier and you can be SURE of excellent evenings on both occasions.
Tickets from me........
Cheers
Nicky
01483 762 106 or 07785 506 349
??? NEW YEAR CHALLENGE ???
~ KNOW YOUR REACH ~
WELL THE RIVER HASN'T BEEN TOO INVITING
BUT HOW ABOUT GETTING TO KNOW THE RIVER FROM A DIFFERENT ANGLE AND CHALLENGING YOURSELF IN A SLIGHTLY DIFFERENT WAY ….
DATE: SAT 30TH JANUARY 2010
link to the route for information:
http://www.realbuzz.com/mapyourpassion/?item=324089
RESULTS:
Congratulations to all those who took part in the "Know your Reach" walk - enduring freezing conditions, but a crisp day. Special congratulations to Lilly & Jessica who also raised money for the Haiti appeal. Distances walked ranged from 11 to 51 miles!
And some photos (a bit poor as taken with mobiles in the dark!)
See pictures of the Skiff Club Halloween Ball
See pictures of the Santa Skiff below
From
your Soc Sec
Christopher Coveney
Details of all these events from the usual culprits or email news@theskiffclub.org.uk