Social Activities News
Lists for trips is in the room behind the Reception desk.

RESIDENTS BBQ WEDNESDAY 22nd MAY
This month’s BBQ will be held on Wednesday 22nd May at 6 pm in the Café area. Tickets for the BBQ will be on sale in the Reception area on Tuesday 14th May from 10.30am until 12 noon. Thereafter from Patricia Carr ph 6417/817 0494 until 19th May.

OPERA APPRECIATION
The next meeting of the Opera Group will be on Friday 24th May at 10am in the Matai room.
We will be watching Act 2 of the Elixir of Love by Donizetti (2 versions), all welcome.
Phone Kate Methven for further information.
Kate Methven Ph 817 9804

WEST AUCKLAND HOSPICE – FRIDAY 24TH
Hospice will be visiting from 10am – 1pm Seabreeze Lounge with their selection of hand made crafts. All proceeds to Palliative care.
Beverley Sinclair 817 0728 extn 6946

FOR YOUR DIARY:  
The Stayin’ Alive Group invite you to bring sparkle to mid-winter at our ‘Black and Silver’ party on 15th June.   Bring out your best black, silver, diamonds, sequins and tiaras!   WATCH THIS SPACE!
Hilary   817 6555  (for the Stayin’ Alive Group)

CANCELLATION - WAR HORSE – AOTEA CENTRE
This show for Wednesday 4th September has now been cancelled.

‘THE GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA’
I have reserved 10 seats for Saturday 8th June, at 7.30pm, this will be at ASB Theatre.
The price for these is $79.90 each, and I need to confirm by the 8th May.
There will be a folder behind reception to enter your details.
Thank you
Ann Ramsden (4P) Ph. 816-8365

THE BROADWAY MUSICAL ‘WICKED’, the untold story of the Wizard of Oz is coming to the Civic, and I have reserved 30 seats for the performance on Wednesday, 2nd October at 1pm. The Senior cost is $59.90, and there will be a charge for transport usually around $6.00.
I saw the preview last week, and I can highly recommend this show. If any of you would like to watch a promotional DVD and/or listen to the CD, you are very welcome to borrow mine.
There will be a folder behind reception if you are interested; please sign one line per person.
Thank you
Ann Ramsden (4P) Ph. 816-8365

‘YES, PRIME MINISTER’ a new comedy by Anthony Jay & Jonathan Lynn is coming to Auckland in July 2013.
For a group booking of 12 or more we can have a discount of $30. This would mean paying between $39 - $59 depending on the day we go.
If you are interested give me a call and if there seems to be enough interest I will make a booking.
Thank you
Ann Ramsden Ph: 816-8365 (4P)

WEST AUCKLAND MENS PROBUS meets on the first Friday each month at Kelston Community Centre and we are looking for new members. We have interesting speakers, occasional luncheons and organised outings. The primary object of the Club is fellowship. If interested please phone Ken Webster Ph 817 6441, 17 The Point.

TITIRANGI LADIES PROBUS CLUB
We meet on the 3rd Monday of the month in Iona Presbyterian Church Hall, Blockhouse Bay at 1.30pm.
New members are always welcome, and if you would like to come along, meet some new friends, perhaps catch up with some old ones, and enjoy the socialising; we would love to see you.
If you have any questions please give me a call.
Ann Ramsden Ph: 816-8365
Many thanks Ann


AUCKLAND PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA

In this city, we are most fortunate to have a world-class orchestra in the Auckland Philharmonia. A bus is provided for many of the concerts (at $10 per person per round trip - door to door). Anyone interested can peruse the 2013 programme, book their seats using their credit cards by ringing the APO on 623-1052, and then filling in their “Bus Booking Form”. Both 2013 programmes and “Bus Booking Forms” are behind Reception. Are further queries, please ring me.
Julie Holdaway, 6712 or 817-0604

TIKI TOURS

I have received brochures for 3 trips that Tiki Tours have organised. They sound great, the prices are excellent and they are a very good company to go away with.
I have pinned them on the notice board behind reception. Please do not take them away. Take down the info and ring them, they will send you copies.
They are very worthwhile trips.

Adrienne 6217

NEW LYNN NOW AND THEN
New Lynn is changing – come share your stories of life in the Whau area, learn about the local history and ways to explore your family whakapapa.
 Led by a research librarian, participants direct the discussion on local topics of interest.
First Saturday of every month 11am-12noon:
New Lynn War Memorial Library, Ground Floor, Memorial Drive, New Lynn
(09) 839 2260

Activities

OUTDOOR BOWLS
Had a good turnout last Thursday afternoon for the Senior Pairs Championship Final between Merv Brimble/Dave Cox- v- Mike Malim/Keith Burge. It was one of those games that seemed to be heading in one direction as far as a winner was concerned, right through till the 10th end, and then it all happened. The team that was, shall we say “dragging the chain” got a new lease of life and on the 10th, 11th, and 12th ends scored on every end to be 2 shots behind on the 13th and last end. Unfortunately for them, although they won that last end, they needed two points to force an extra end but only scored one point and so the game went to a 10—9 finish, Merv and Dave beating Mike and Keith. Thanks to all concerned. We all enjoyed your Bowling.

And then the Junior Pairs Final took place on Friday at 2pm. Again we witnessed some excellent bowling by both Ken Webster/Alec Freeman-v-Hank Spijkerbosch/Colin Wall. Ken and Alec didn’t get the best start to their game, in fact it was the 5th end before they scored their 1st point. As we all know whatever the game might be, “catch up” is always hard work, and in the end Hank and Colin on the day were just too strong winning 10---5. Dave Annan presented his new Trophy to the Winners. Thank you Dave for the Donation of this very fine addition in support of our Junior Pairs. And last but my no means least without you the Spectators, the finals wouldn’t be the same. It was great that so many showed up and supported the teams.

The draw for our Triples Competition was done after bowls last Wednesday and are now posted on the Notice Board. Please endeavour to get the first two rounds completed by Monday the 20th May. I know how difficult it can be to get six players together at any one time, but if the six of your team are there on a “roll up” morning we will willingly make a rink available for you to play your match so don’t forget that eh!!
Gary Cole
Ph 817-4415

PINESONGSTERS
Our Pinesong choir performs twice a year at Pinesong and on numerous occasions in other places. Rehearsels are on Tuesdays at 3.15 pm in the Matai Room.
Doug Lilley 817-2199

PINESONG CHURCH SERVICES
We hold an Interdenominational Church Service once a month, usually on the 4th Sunday of the month. A wide range of speakers supported by visiting soloists and musicians. We enjoy singing the old hymns and follow the service with a cup of tea or coffee. Services are held in the Bayview Lounge at 3.00 pm, unless otherwise notified, hence the title ‘Sunday @ 3.00’ All welcome.
Deryck Hunt 8173755

BINGO NIGHT IS MONDAY
Do you want to have company and fun with a cuppa and bikkies?? Then Monday nights are for you. Please come and joint us for a game of Bingo on Monday at 6.30pm in the café. Bring $5 and a dabber. If you want to know more, please ring
Marge Turner 817-8797

RUMMIKUB
Fridays 1.30pm – 3.30pm. Please feel free to join us at Bayview Lounge. We will teach you all the “ins” and “outs” of the game of Rummikub!!
Dot Sutton

PINESONG BOOK CLUB
A Message to all who love reading a good book: The Pinesong Book Club is held in the Bayview Lounge at 10am on the second Thursday of each month. Please bring $2 as a contribution to something to nibble and wear your name badge. Also if you have a book to bring and tell us about as well, please do so.
Sharon Coleman

ARTS AND CRAFTS.
The art group meets on Wednesdays at 2-30 pm.  New members would be made very welcome. If you have never tried painting before, or if the last time you did any arty stuff was at school why not give it a go, just turn up at our class, you won't need any gear, we will supply all you will need to get you started. Give Keith a ring on 6414 if you would like to know more.

CARD MAKING
Thursdays, at 10am to 12 noon.
Norma Lee – 6924

TAI CHI
With our master Quintin Derham
Just a reminder that the 2012 Tai-chi class officially started Tuesday 24th January 9.15am to 10.00am. Donation required. Come along and keep our numbers up. Any new residents are most welcome.  
Eileen Malim: 6401

PETANQUE.
Mondays at 3-00pm.  Why not come along and join in the fun.

LOW IMPACT AEROBICS FOR BOTH MEN AND WOMEN
Every Monday morning 9.30am to 10.30am
Seabreeze Lounge
Come on and join this easy but beneficial exercise.
Great Music – Keep fit
Carolyn, Marge and Eileen - 6401

SCRABBLE
To all Scrabble players, past, present and future, we meet at Apr.3` Seabreeze Apts on Tuesday, 1.30pm to 3.30pm. This is more than a game – it is a memory exercise and its fun! All welcome!
Lorna Watt 311 Seabreeze

ART GROUP.
 Wednesdays at 2-30pm. If you have never tried painting before, or if the last time you did any arty stuff was at school why not give it a go, just turn up at our class, you won't need any gear, we will supply all you will need to get you started. If you have any queries please give me a ring, Keith Burge ph 6414   

GOLF/CROQUET
I would like to welcome Janet Cross (Phone 817-6066) as our new Referee. I am sure Janet will do well in this capacity. Thank you Janet for taking this on.
Eileen Malim, Villa 401

LINE DANCING FOR BEGINNERS
To all Residents and Long Time Residents: (both male & female)
Would you like to learn Line Dancing? Both men and women. Have some fun and make new friends.
Gentle exercise for both body and mind with lovely music. I would like to start a new beginners class so if you are interested, why not give me a call:
Come along and give it a try, have some fun and make new friends - keeping fit at the same time. The class is on Monday at 11.00am – 12.30pm. or a suitable time can be arranged to suit all.
Colleen Baxendale, 817 0502

LEARN BRIDGE - the Greatest Card Game Ever
Learner Sessions start at 9:30 am, Wed. 9 March and continue for 12 weeks followed by 16 weeks of practise sessions all at a cost of $60 which also entitles you to full membership of the Mt Albert Bridge Club for all of 2011. 
Contact Jean or Arch Jelley at 817 2069 for full details.

BRIDGE PLAYERS
The Pinesong Bridge group is open to all players – both ladies and gentlemen. We start at 1 pm each Saturday, ending around 4pm, except on the 1st Saturday of the month when we begin at 12.30 until 3.30pm to enable the Quiz people to be on time for their start.
The Mt. Albert Bridge Club kindly provides us with freshly computerised Boards each week showing the results on the following Saturday.
For further information phone Elaine Hopkins on 8168067

ZUMBA
Every Friday 1.15pm-2.15pm Everyone welcome $5 per session.
Trish Richards

OPERA
Opera Appreciation Group meets the 4th Thursday of the month from 1-3pm in the Matai Room.   For further information please phone:
Kate Methven 817 8904

TABLE TENNIS
Please note NEW times for table tennis. Thursdays 1.30pm to 3 pm & Saturdays 9.30am to 11 am.  Newcomers especially welcomed.
There will be a draw on Saturday 16 June at 10 a.m. for a pairs competition. All on the list will be included. Any others interested in joining in please phone June Hooper, Mary Cole, Keith Burge or Lois 817 2199

WEST AUCKLAND MENS PROBUS meets on the first Friday each month at Kelston Community Centre and we are looking for new members. We have interesting speakers, occasional luncheons and organised outings. The primary object of the Club is fellowship. If interested please phone Ken Webster Ph 817 6441, 17 The Point.