[ngg src="galleries" ids="268" display="basic_thumbnail"]Photos by Gloria Brown This year we had two short mat leagues. The first league saw 7 groups of 8 players and the second league had 5 groups of 8 players. Having this level of participation was unexpected but great to see. Participants … [Read more...]
THE MYSTERY OF JERRY AND ANONY-MOUSE
March 6, 2024 by
THE MYSTERY OF JERRY AND ANONY-MOUSE No, no murders took place. Whew! Jerry and Anony-mouse must have read Agatha Christie’s “They Came To Baghdad”, and then They Came To Anderson. If you don’t already know, Anderson House is besieged by two critters! We know the name of one of them as … [Read more...]
Fantastic Fun Frolicking in February
February 11, 2024 by
[ngg src="galleries" ids="267" display="basic_thumbnail"]Photos by Gloria Brown It was a frolicking fun time today. Over 60 members came out to bowl, play croquet, Mah Jong and Cribbage. We even had a couple drop in who signed up as new members once they saw all the people who were playing croquet … [Read more...]
Two OakBay Bowlers finish in 1st and 2nd at an Indoor tournament in Qualicum Beach
January 31, 2024 by
Viviene Sears- ReMax Real Estate company sponsored indoor bowling tournament was held on Jan 27 and 28 with 9-teams participating from Vancouver, Courtney, Parksville, Victoria and Qualicum The format was a 2-bowl12-end open triples. Brent Jansen’s (Skip) team comprised of two locals … [Read more...]
Dolman Does it again
January 1, 2024 by
As many of you know John Dolman exhibits exceptional skill and brilliance when faced with challenges members bring to him. A recent case is a prime example of how John is able to address a club problem with an incredibly creative solution. Many of you have seen the backboard that is missing at times … [Read more...]
New Years Day Extravaganza
January 1, 2024 by
[ngg src="galleries" ids="265" display="basic_thumbnail"]Photos by Gloria Brown The annual New Years Day bowling/croquet event was attended by over 60 club members. We have never had such a large turnout for this event and it was so nice to see so many members enjoying themselves. This year we … [Read more...]
New Years Day Extravaganza & BBQ
December 22, 2023 by
Each year we host our New Year’s Day Lawn Bowling & Croquet Extravaganza - running into the ocean is not part of this event. This popular event takes place in rain, snow, fog, sunshine, wind, or any other weather condition that might come our way. Let’s kick off the New Year with a bit of fun … [Read more...]
Annual Mustard Seed Street donation project
December 18, 2023 by
Thank you to everyone who participated in our annual Mustard Seed Street donation project. You will be pleased to know your generosity generated 566 lbs. of much needed food and essential daily living items. Thank you very much. Lorne Cowley … [Read more...]
Christmas Dinner 2023
December 14, 2023 by
[ngg src="galleries" ids="260" display="basic_thumbnail"]Photos by Gloria Brown Carnarvon House was decorated and looking very festive for our big event of the year! On Sunday December 10th, sixty- eight club members and guests gathered for the annual club Christmas dinner and party. A … [Read more...]
Reminder:OBLBC Christmas Dinner and Party Set For December 10th
November 29, 2023 by
There are still a few tickets left for the Christmas Dinner on Sunday December 10th. The cut off date for tickets is Monday Dec. 4th. If you would like to come, please email Marcia Thorneycroft at mthorneycroft@shaw.ca as to your choice of turkey or the vegetarian option, and … [Read more...]