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Penetanguishene Curling Club News Report from December 14 Board Here are some of the highlights from the minutes of the Dec. 14, 1988 Board of Directors meeting held at the Watergate Restaurant. PRESENT: Tim Lindsay, David Gravelle, Rita Sharpen, Wayne Morrison, Joan Gregoire, Paul Gravelle (representing Keith St.Amant), Pauline Babando, Jackie Gyte, Bill Howard (Manager). ABSENT: Bob Laurin, Cathy Bednarz. Business arising from minutes: None-no minutes from last meeting were prepared for Board. Tim to talk to Cathy Bednarz (Secretary). MANAGERS REPORT Manager Bill Howard requested immediate action be taken re: Maloney account-compressor work. Club awaiting a comprehensive itemized statement for labour, parts, etc. Tim Lindsay to contact Mr. Maloney. MOTION: Wayne Morrison stated we should pay $5,000 to Maloney with letter requesting a full itemiz- ed statement. Balance owing to be paid pending detailed account. Seconded by David Gravelle. Passed. PROMOTIONS REPORT David Gravelle explained that work was under way to host Roger Schmidt and his rink January 9, 1989 with an exhibition game against Russ Howard. Committee's budget underspent so far this year, because it made money via the calendar and ice sign promotion. New letterhead, envelopes, and business cards have arrived. Look good! MOTION by David Gravelle: That the report prepared by D. Gravelle to the council of the Town of Penetanguishene be accepted by the club, and that the initiatives enclosed be started upon im- mediately, and be completed before the end of this season. Seconded by Wayne Morrison. Passed. FINANCE REPORT Jackie Gyte noted we are over- budget so far in many departments. MATCH REPORT Rita Sharpen felt men and ladies should be responsible for their own leagues. It was pointed out however, that as Chairman of the Match Committee, she had the responsibility to set policies for the respective leagues. She suggested a record of sponsors be kept for future reference. MEMBERSHIP REPORT Don Farquhar stated 16 members still unpaid. Manager's responsibility to send overdue statements. Suggested these statements be mailed 3 weeks before next schedule, giving a week to pay, or be excluded from schedule. Because some Thursday Night men have not even registered, or paid, a cross- checking should be done to deter- mine who is outstanding. In the matter of refunds: they are for compassionate reasons or if moving away. Fee table set up. Questionnaire to be prepared. Intermediate clinic not successful. JUNIORS Wayne Morrison reported we now have 26 members. Skills clinics have taken place Tuesdays and Thursdays after school. Jr. BRYANT'S JEWELLERS EST. Diamond & Appraisals Done Wedding Rings On Premises. Gold Jewellery Watch, Clock & Pulsar, Seiko & Jewellery Repairs Lorus Watches Done on Premises. Ee] VISA is acai PENETANG 549-8911 66 MAIN PENETANGUISHENE ef ROBITAILLE | SWEEP SERVICE WOODSTOVE SHOW ROOM COMPLETE CHIMNEY CARE 81 Main Street, Penetang : Phone 349-21 16 team representing club in Barrie. LADIES SECTION Joan Gregoire reported 18 teams now playing on Tuesday evening. Playdown for provincials won by Diane Ruston rink. When club hosted playdown, conflict arose when games extend- ed into IGA staff Christmas Party. Member and IGA owner Gerry Light was extremely upset about the arrangement. Ladies would like heaters on for Tuesday games. Joan submitted a letter from curlers protesting that the bar was not open and the hall was closed on the Tuesday of the Ladies' final. Tim Lindsay said he was aware of the situation and had spoken to the person concerned ie: Manager. It was proposed that ar- rangements be made to hold games while playoffs are being held to make better use of filling the ice. MOTION by David Gravelle that the issue of playoff curling be deferred to the Match Committee to make a recommendation back to the Board. Seconded by Don Far- quhar. Passed. MEN'S SECTION Paul Gravelle in attendance representing Keith St. Amant, who has taken over as President of the meeting Men's Section from Marc Brunelle. He requested a list of members and deliquent members so he can cross check them from his list of Thursday and Monday night players. SENIORS Pauline Babando said six ices were being used most Wednesday afternoons, everyone was satisfied. Requested senior members list and phone numbers. NEW BUSINESS Rita Sharpen questioned bar closing and hall closing at 1:30 a.m. Please inquire! David Gravelle felt recognition be given to Lifetime Booster Members. Re: scroll, banquet, whatever.: Material to be passed on to the Seniors Committee. David mentioned that the Annual Meeting is March 31, 1989. Recruitment for Board and Commit- tees should start soon. Re: Air conditioner. Tim attemp- ted to obtain another quote from St. Amant and Sons. No response. Club shall accept tender from Hook. Jackie Gyte requésts we determine method of payment. Cost $14,200. MOTION to adjourn by Rita Sharpen, seconded by David Gravelle. Passed. Bob Ruston has growing hobby Club member Bob Ruston is in the motel business. It's all part of his newest hobby. He's raising rabbits! He's built them extravagant lodg- ings, serves them meals on his wife Diane's fine china, and plays Mozart to get them in the mood for breeding. While the latter is writer's embellishment the fact remains that hares have taken over Bob's life. Each day is a different one for him. After a slow start, the creatures started multiplying, much to Bob's pleasure. One day there were seven, a few days later another eight appeared. Now, it's hard to keep track. Bob had better watch out though. Immigration Canada may be knocking on the door to see if any of these rabbits are refugees from another country! The question remains ... what are you going to do with these rab- bits when they're full grown? Word has it Diane and the kids are so at- tached to these "'pets" every time Bob takes out a butcher knife to carve the roast, the rest of the family pickets the cages chanting "you'll have to go through us Bob!" More on this hairy tale next month. Brooks final, losing to Steve Brown from Gravenhurst and to a rink from the Barrie Country Club. However, this young team can hold their heads high because both their losses came on last rock. They are stars of the future, no doubt! Home Appliances The Excellent Choice in Washer/Dryers 39 Robert St. W., Penetanguishene 549-7227