PRESIDENT’S REPORT
MARCH – APRIL 2015
Hello,
Welcome to May’s Newsletter. I wish someone
would put the brakes on as this year’s going too
fast,
Our BIGGEST MORNING TEA is fast
approaching on Wednesday, 20th May, from 10am
onwards. All we ask for is a Gold Coin donation
(all moneys to go to Cancer research), so come
along, bring your friends and have a cuppa with us.
A big thank you goes to TWEED HEADS Bowls
Club who each year kindly donate the yummy
scones to us.
Our Hair/ Beauty Salon is nearly finished and looks
great. We are looking at extending trading hours
so that the salon will be opened all day on
Thursdays.
The AGM will be held on Wednesday, 24th June at
9 am. If you would like to nominate for the
Committee, please see the front office staff for a
nomination form.
Stay Safe, Healthy & Happy.
Cheers Sue.
Sue Wickham – President
CONCERT REPORT
Another fabulous afternoon of
entertainment provided by the wonderful
talents of “BILL ALEXANDER” who has just
returned to the entertainment circuit after a year of
fighting a nasty cancer. It was wonderful to have
you back Bill and if anything you are performing
better than ever. With your magnificent voice you
thrilled us with a variety of songs from opera to pop
and a rendition of a good old George Formby song,
“When I'm Cleaning Windows”. You were
absolutely fantastic and we hope to have you back
again soon. Once again a big thank you to our
volunteers, Shirley and Brian Finch at front of
house and Sue Wickham and Margaret Catt looking
after the kitchen. Your help is invaluable.
Our next FREE concert will be on Monday 25th
May 2015 at 1-00pm Qld. time and will feature the
fabulous “DIXIE JAZZ BAND”. This multitalented group of local professional musicians will
enthral you as they play many of the “Traditional
Jazz” songs that you know and love to hear. So
come along for another wonderful afternoon of top
class entertainment.
BYO lunch/nibbles. Tea/Coffee available.
For enquiries and bookings (recommended) phone
07 5536 4050 or call into the Centre. Please note
bookings will only be held up to 10 minutes before
concert commences. Please come early for best
seats and so everyone can be seated before the
concert starts at 1-00pm Qld. Time.
Carmel Finn & Ray Towers, Concert Co-ordinators.
TRIP-O-RAMA
Wow! What a day (wet). I’m sure Terry has a
direct line to upstairs as each time we
were to get out of the coach it
stopped raining. Brunswick
Heads was our M/T stop; we
then headed to Casino where the
Mini rail is. Sure enough the rain stopped and we
were able to have our ride on the trains. Lunch was
at the Casino RSM - Roast & Sweets (Yum). Then
we headed homeward bound after another great
day out. Thank you
everyone for your Help,
Support and Donations
Food Farmers & Factory Tour,
(New)
JUNE
The M.V Mirimar ll Cruise.(New).
JULY
Xmas in July, BOONAH
Canungra Kokoda Barracks,
AUGUST
Canungra Hotel Lunch (New)
Carnival of Flowers,
SEPTEMBER
TOOWOOMBA.
OCTOBER Glow Worm, Mt Tambourine (New)
Will be our last trip for the year,
M/T at Condong Bowls then The
NOVEMBER
German Club on the Gold Coast.
(New)
N.B. Our policy with each Coach trip is that we
give back your money if you CANCEL within
48 hours of any trip. After that time, it has to be
because of an emergency or because Terry has
cancelled the trip himself.
Cheers!
Sue Wickham – Day Trip Coordinator
MAY
EXERCISE CLASS
Hello,
Tuesdays 1 pm – 2 pm.
COOLANGATTA SENIOR CITIZENS’ CENTRE
PH: (07) 55 36 4050
Betty Schael
EIGHT BALL CLUB
SWING or SWAY
Bill Coleman lived up to
his nickname of William
the Conqueror when he
won the final of the 2015
championships. Using
clever tactics and being
well and truly on form he won three games straight.
Nick Lawry was gallant in defeat as he was most
unlucky to suffer from severe back pain for the last
month or so. Let’s hope he gets
better soon as we miss him
attending our games three times a
week. Pictured is our ever popular
president Sue Wickham presenting
the perpetual trophy to Bill
Coleman
Bernie Neal (co-ordinator)
Swing or Sway dance exercises to
music, invite you to move with swing or move with
sway. Movements are simple and easy to remember,
with great music and songs we all know. No partner
needed – dress casual.
Thursday 12 noon – 1 pm
Members $3 Non-members $5
Bettina
BINGO REPORT
Well lucky Maree won the $200 jackpot since
our last newsletter – well done Maree. Our
player numbers are still down . Hopefully
our southern holiday makers will help to inflate the numbers
very soon.
Welcome to our new volunteer – Isabella.
On 7 May three of our volunteers – Laurie Banfield, Heather
Banfield and Joy Ianna – were
presented with a Certificate of
Appreciation for their service
over many years to Bingo at
the CSSC. The presentation
was made by Karen Andrews
(Federal Member for
McPherson) at “The
McPherson Community
Achievement Awards.
Jackpot calls at time of printing:
$100
$200
$1000
Unlimited
48 Calls
54 Calls
Come along and remember:-“LADY LUCK IS ON
YOUR SIDE”.
CHOIR GROUP
The VARIETY group "Forget-me-not" is up and
running.
We are looking for male and
female, group or solo singers,
also mirth makers with a good
sense of humour to tell funny
stories or participate in comedy
skits. If you like to sing and enjoy a laugh
COME ALONG AND JOIN IN THE FUN
Wednesdays 12.30-2.30. Incl Tea/Coffee & Biscuit
Members $4; Non Members $6;
Without beverages Members $3; Non-members $5.
Glad Bow Coordinator
TABLE TENNIS
Hi all Senior Citizens
Sadly we farewelled Jim from
Canada and Maureen from Western
Australia. Both of these people are looking forward
to returning next Christmas. They told us Senior
Citizens has made their holiday. Mick Banks is
returning to South Australia after 10 years. We
shall miss Mick and we wish him all the best.
The hair salon looks pretty good and we are
looking forward to our beauty treatments.
New Members are always welcome, so don’t be shy.
We are a social group. Table tennis,
coffee/tea/biscuits all for $4.00. Bring along a
friend. That’s all for now
Wednesday 8.30 am – 11.30 am
Friday 9.00 am – 12 noon
Sunday 9.00 am – 12 noon
Till next time –Grace
DANCE WORLD
TUESDAY@THE CITSLET’S DANCE!
Hi All,
Our month of the Hoabi Quickstep is going very
well with everyone participating in the class with
great success, which adds another lovely dance to
our program. Next month we are going to REVISE
INTERMEDIATE CLASS: 26/5–16/6:
ARGENTINE STROLL
STARTERS CLASS: 26/5- ALPINE STROLL 2/6-16/6 - T.B.A-.
A big welcome to all the newcomers to sequence
dance. We are looking forward to assisting you to
learn dances and experience a sense of
achievement, friendship, fun and fitness.
Many thanks to the volunteer Tuesday team and
assist dancers for their enthusiasm and dedication.
Look forward to seeing you all on the floor in the
next coming month.
WALTER FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHTS @
SENIORS: walsmusic.com for free CD,
Downloads, Clips and pictures.
COOLANGATTA SENIOR CITIZENS’ CENTRE
PH: (07) 55 36 4050
FRIDAY NIGHT: An exciting event is coming
up:- CHAMPAGNE CABARET- 29TH MAY.
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SPECIAL NEW PROGRAM of dances to suit
everyone
B.Y.O. – FOOD & DRINKS FOR YOUR TABLE.
LUCKY SPOT PRIZES OF PINK CHAMPAGNE
ON THE NIGHT.
OUR WANDERING MINSTREL ‘WALTER’
WILL BE PERFORMING AT 6.00P.M.
A SURPRISE FLOOR SHOW
DANCE STARTS 6.30P.M.
ADMISSION
ONLY $7 MEMBERS
So come along and enjoy this first Cabaret with
great music and program.
SATURDAY NIGHT:
What a wonderful night was had by all at the Anzac
Centenary Ball. Attendance was great. It was so
nice to listen and dance to Walters arrangements of
all the old songs that were around for the soldiers
in the wars.
Many thanks to
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Blackie for his Grandfather’s wonderful Poem
Brian for his song, Flowers of the Forest.
All who participated in the parade.
Carol Purnell for hall decoration which added so
much atmosphere to the night.
Jenny and Adrian for their time spent with bookings.
Shortie and Joyce for their help on the night.
Coolangatta Senior Citizens for their continued
support.
All who attended. Your support was appreciated,
which contributed greatly to making the night the
success it was.
Walter has some up and coming exciting events.
Keep watching this newsletter for further
notification.
Carol Smith
DANCE CALENDAR
SESSION
TIME
DANCE
Ballroom/New
Tuesday
5.45 pm
Vogue
Night
(Lessons & Dancing)
Wednesday
Afternoon
Thursday
Morning
Friday
Night
Saturday
Night
1.00 pm
Rock’n Roll
(Lessons & Dancin g)
9.00 am
New Vogue
6.30 pm
New Vogue
6.30 pm
New Vogue
(Dancing)
(Dancing)
(Dancing)
THURSDAY MORNING DANCE
We had a great time on 30th April dressed up in our
favourite footy colours. Kimberley once again
provided fantastic music as we danced to the
popular dances.
Remember there is time for revision before the
dance commences. Come along and have a great
time on Thursday mornings from 9:00 – 11:30 am.
QI GONG
FOOTBALL MANIA
Brian and Kimberley
Hi all.
Mondays 12pm to 1pm
Thursdays 8.30 to 9.30 am
Peace, health, and harmony.
Michael
INDOOR BOWLS.
Good to see our numbers improving
with new members and visitors, all of
whom seem to be enjoying the friendly
environment.
Everyone seems to be coping with the earlier start
time of 8.45 am, although we did have a few
“hiccups” one day. This caused some confusion,
but we ended up having a laugh about it all.
Thank you bowlers for being so understanding.
Happy bowling
Shirley Finch
A LITTLE BIT OF HUMOUR
A SHOCK IN THE DARK
After breaking into the house, the thief was busily
rifling through drawers and cupboards when he
thought he heard a voice saying, “Jesus is watching
you!”
He continued searching and again he heard the
words, “Jesus is watching you!”
He turned around and shone his torch,
and there in a cage was a parrot.
The thief asked, “Did you say that?”
“Yes.” Replied the parrot.
“You’re a clever parrot aren’t you? What’s your
name?”
“Herbert,” said the parrot.
“That’s a funny name for a parrot,” said
the thief.
“Not as funny as ‘Jesus’ is for a
Rottweiler!” said the parrot.
COOLANGATTA SENIOR CITIZENS’ CENTRE
PH: (07) 55 36 4050
COORDINATOR’S REPORT
When we are experiencing extreme weather
conditions and activities have to be cancelled we try
to make announcements on radio 4CRB. This is
particularly the case of after-hours activities e.g.
the Night dances. Members who participate in
these activities should listen to 4CRB for
notification. It also would be advisable for
members to set up a “telephone tree” so everyone
can be advised.
Ron Brisby coordinator
THE LOUISE HAIR AND
BEAUTY SALON
LOUISE’S HAIR
Extended Hours
From 18 June 2015 we are looking to extend
opening hours on Thursday until 3.00 pm.
Please do not hesitate to contact us:
Call in to the Centre
or
Phone 0413 264 139
Mon - Fri from 8.30 am
COOLANGATTA SENIOR CITIZENS’ CENTRE
PH: (07) 55 36 4050