More than 55 VLBC lawn bowlers and croquet players gathered at noon on Thursday to partake in another one of Chef Peter’s BBQ burgers, salads, beans and libations from the bar.
Then it was out onto the greens—upper to play croquet and lower to bowl in another LOONIE ‘FUN’ draw organized by George Gibson. Bowlers had a choice of Australian/Pro Ten Pairs or Triples/Modified Pro Ten 3. During play George circulated to explain the somewhat perplexing scoring system, which provided exercise for the brain as well as the body.
Photo credits: Nigel Pieloth
While scores were being tallied, Pres. MaryLynne Rimer presented hand-crafted tiles with a lawn bowling motif as a “thank you” to: Peter – BBQ; Anita – the bar; Barb, treasurer, at the door; and George for organizing the FUN. Thanks also went to Annie, Caroline, Rose and others in the kitchen.
The top four teams in each category were awarded small monetary prizes in recognition of their wins:
Doubles:
#1 and #2 tied (39 pts): Lorne Oakes & Pierre P. and
Brian Wastenage & Judy Stevens
#3 (38 pts): Wayne Oakley and Cathy K.
#4 (37 pts): Larry Martin and Libby Weiser
Triples:
#1 (51 pts): Anita McCaw, Frank Leavitt, Mervyn Hulbert
#2 (42 pts): Chris Jones, Elaine Huber, Marion Allen
#3 (40 pts): Norma Alison; Annie Boldt, Don Kelso
#4 (39 pts): Debra Whitman, Bob Husband, Gil Poss
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE END OF SEASON LOONIE FUN DRAW SEPTEMBER 29TH.