EVENTS PROGRAMME

 

NOVEMBER 2008 TO JANUARY 2009

 

The clocks have changed and the days are even shorter.  The winter programme is upon us again and you will notice that there are not as many events as I would normally like to see.

 

The club is going through some change with the resignation of Penny as Chair and a letter is enclosed giving you information on the current situation.  It is important that you read the letter and return your response in the stamped addressed envelope provided so that we can get the members’ views on the future of the club.

 

I would like to thank everyone who put on an event during the last quarter, the success of the programme is down to the members and I appreciate your support.  The next planning meeting is on 15 January 2009 at the Poet Laureate, Poundbury.

 

The website continues to give information on the club including any additional events.  Please take time to view the site and let me have any comments.  A copy of the current programme is also posted but, for confidentiality reasons, the telephone numbers have been removed.  If you are interested in an event and have lost your programme, please contact me for more information.  The address is www.fulcrumsocialgroup.co.uk. There is also Latest News on the first page where Richard posts any late meeting announcements. 

 

Important information on Club Subscriptions

 

Club subscriptions will now be requested annually on the 1 September.  To bring everyone in line to this date, your next subscription may be based on a pro rata payment, i.e. if you joined in April, you will only pay £4 and then in September you will be asked to pay £12 for the whole year.  If anyone has any concerns with this arrangement, please contact me.

 

Stephanie

Programme Co-ordinator

 

WINTER PROGRAMME 2008

 

Please let your host know that you are attending an event and, in particular, please book by the specified dates, as latecomers might be disappointed.  Events may be cancelled if you don’t book in time.

NOVEMBER

 

Sunday 2

The Enchanted Floodlit Garden at Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens.     This has been a popular event in the past, please contact me immediately if you would like to go.  Meet at 6.00 pm.

 

Stephanie

 

 

 

 

Sunday 9

A 6-mile walk followed by tea at Penny’s.  Please contact Penny immediately for more details.  

 

Penny

 

 

 

 

Saturday 15

Meal at Prezzo in Blandford.  This restaurant has a reputation for good food.  Please contact Betty by 8 November for more details.

 

Betty

 

 

 

 

Saturday 29

CANCELLED

Barn Dance at the Allendale Centre, Wimborne with the Corkscrew band.   Tickets are £7 which includes Ploughman’s.  Please contact Penny to book your place immediately. CANCELLED

 

Penny

 

CANCELLED

 

 

 

 

DECEMBER

 

Saturday 6

Festive Game’s Night.  Come and join me in another games night, including the popular card game UNO – it will bring the worst out in everyone.  Mince pies and mulled wine provided but please bring and share festive food of your choice.  Please contact me by 30 November.

Stephanie

 

 

 

 

Sunday 14

A 2½-mile walk around Horton followed by a pub lunch.  Meet at Drusilla’s Inn at 11.00 am.  Please contact Richard by 7 December.

 

Richard

 

 

 

 

Saturday 20

 

Grand Christmas Ceilidh at Tarrant Keynston.  Please contact Penny immediately if you wish to go as tickets go fast.  Bring and share supper and bring your own drink.  

 

Penny

 

Sunday 21

Winter Solstice Sunrise: Meet on Sunday 21 st December at 07.30am in Renscombe car park at Worth Matravers to watch the sun rise at this coming solstice from St Albans chapel. The solstice sun should be rising 08.10-ish

 Dave Whizz

Sunday 28

A 4-mile Portland Circular Walk.  Meet at the New Ground car park, Yeates Road at 11.00 am.  Please contact Richard by 21 December for more details.

Richard

 

 

JANUARY

 

Saturday 10

CANCELLED

Fulcrum Festive Meal.  To be arranged.  Please see attached letter for your view on venue and the decision will be based on the majority vote. CANCELLED 

Stephanie

 CANCELLED

 

 

 

Thursday 15

Planning Meeting at Poet Laureate.  Please contact Stephanie by

11 January if you would like to host an event but cannot attend.  Please show your support by attending as the programme can only be successful if members volunteer to host an event.   Remember, this is your club.

 

Stephanie

 

 

 

 

Thursday 22

Curry night at the Royal Oak, Dorchester.  Alternative food is available if you are not a curry lover but this has been a very popular event.  Please contact Richard by 16 January if you would like to go.

 

Richard

 

 

 

 

Sunday 25

A 4-mile walk at Studland and Old Harry Rocks.  Meet at South Beach National Trust car park at 10.30 am.  Please contact Richard by 18 January for more information.

 

Richard

 

 

Dogs and children are welcome on all the walks

 

If you have any queries regarding the above programme, please contact Stephanie,

 Programme Co-ordinator