Welcome to this week's news and views from the best over 50s resort on the planet (including San Francisco).
Many thanks to Mark our wonderful manager for solving the mystery of getting the Chromecast (YouTube and Live TV) to work in the clubhouse. I tried to get it to work for step last Wednesday morning and failed miserably. Mark calmly pointed out that there is an on/off button on the remote. Can someone please explain how I managed to not see the on/off button. Answers on a postcard ........
Congratulations to Trivia winners Eight Pins who just held on by one point. Turquoise Terrors won the handicap section by the same margin. Pearly Greats took home Oscar the Wooden Spoon.
The next trivia is on Wednesday 6 November - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE.
GEMMIES AT KILCOY
Our hearty thanks to Geraldine for organising a trip to Kilcoy races. Not only did she negotiate free entry for all of us, racecards, $4 spending money, a $5 voucher from one of the local bookies, reserved seats but also managed to get the fourth race to be named the GemLife Bribie Island Handicap. What a clever girl !!
Donald Trump made an appearance after the Friday night raffle. Wonderful entertainment provided by Ralph and his team.
Vote for Trump and make Bribie Island great again.
ROCK STELLA PROJECT
Another great Saturday night's entertainment arranged by Paul and the rest of the Social Group. No wonder we are the best over 50s resort on the planet.
NO STRETCH ON MONDAY
Some sparkies will be doing something in the clubhouse on Monday so NO Stretch class. It could be that the same fate awaits the Step class.
MELBOURNE CUP TUESDAY 6 NOV
By now you should have had a flyer from Cathy in your letterbox. Please do the right thing and follow the safety rules. All the sweeps are CASH only - so bring some coins and small denomination notes if possible. Please don't rock up with $100 notes.
Russell will be running a pick up and drop off service - call him on 0423 035 784
80s TO THE MAX
This fabulous LIVE show will be at our resort on Saturday 9th November - starting at 7pm. Tickets only $40 per person. Put your name, villa number and money in the Events letterbox or letterbox 23. Tickets still available
UKULELE GEMS
Back by popular demand. Our very own Ukulele Gems will be Strummin' On The Patio on Sunday 10th November from 3pm to 4:30pm. Everybody welcome.
SEAFOOD TRUCK
The Fresh Seafood Truck will be here on Thursday 14 Nov 12:15 to 1:15pm at the exit gates. Michael will be here each fortnight, so don't forget to mark your calendar.
TRAVEL SHOW
Coming our way on Thursday 21 November from 3pm. Spaces are limited, and if you would like a chat with a travel rep then add your name to the list in the clubhouse. First come, first served (or is it First come, best dressed ??)
DOCTOR ZHIVAGO AT THE CINEMA
Movie night on Monday 25th November will be Doctor Zhivago. Bookings for this movie are essential. Email Patti or text her on 0491 491 254
First come first served/best dressed.
Don't forget to bring your hankie with you on the night
SEX AND CHOCOLATE
This awesome band will be back here once again on Saturday 7 December. Forms are already in your letterbox. Fantastic value at only $20 per person - subsidised by Val and Rob and their hubbies.
HOC XMAS DINNERS
Forms are in your letterbox. These dinners are over three nights 9,10 and 11 December at 6pm. Completed forms along with money (cash only) in letterboxes 97 or 99. Great value at only $20 per person. Spaces are limited so get your order in early.
TENORI Sat 21 December
The fabulous Tenori are back once again for a Christmas special. Gosh we are sooooo lucky. Tickets will be on sale on Monday 11 November in the clubhouse at 5pm. Be there early to guarantee a seat. Only $20 per person - and that includes a free drink - how good is that !!
This is one Christmas show that you do not want to miss.
SAVE THE DATE - Nov is extremely busy
Melbourne Cup Tuesday 5 November
80s To The Max Saturday 9 November
Strummin' On The Patio Sunday 10 November
Tenori Ticket Sales Monday 11 November 5:00
Seafood Truck Thursday 14 November 12:15
Rural Aid Fundraiser Sunday 17 November
Sausage Sizzle Sunday 17 November
Doctor Zhivago Monday 25 November
St Andrew's Day Celebration Saturday 30 November
Energy Forum Thursday 5 December
Sex And Chocolate Saturday 7 December
HOC Xmas Dinners Mon, Tue, Wed 9,10 & 11 December
Monster End of Year Raffle Friday 20 December
Tenori Christmas Show Saturday 21 December
Happening This Week
BAR VOLLIES Meeting Monday 4 Nov 12pm
MOVIE NIGHT Monday 4 Nov 7pm
MELBOURNE CUP Tuesday 5 Nov 10:30am
LAKESIDE CAFE Wednesday 6 Nov 10:30am
TRIVIA General Knowledge Wednesday 6 Nov 6:30pm
DINING with DAN Thursday 7 Nov 6pm
MEAT RAFFLE Friday 8 Nov Tickets on sale from 4:30pm
80s TO THE MAX Saturday 9 Nov 6:30pm
Web Matters - Bigcomm.com.au
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Movie Night 7pm Mondays - All welcome, no need to book
DALLAS BUYERS CLUB A 2013 biographical drama starring Matthew McConaughey - presented by Judy.
Hope you all enjoy this week's snippet. Remember to send requests, news and juicy gossip to Mick at gembiweb@gmail.com
That was an excellent Sunday snippet. I really enjoy your fun presentation style. Thank you. Jan