
News from the Bowling Green
Though the temperature got close to 100 degrees, everyone maintained their cool during our Sonoma Wine Country Games tournament.
Though the temperature got close to 100 degrees, everyone maintained their cool during our Sonoma Wine Country Games tournament.
OAKMONT LAWN BOWLING CLUBDEMO DAY If you’ve thought about trying your hand at Lawn Bowling, come join us on the Green next to the Central
For this issue, we talk about the Laws (yes, they’re called Laws) of Lawn Bowling. We’re also seeking volunteers for Demo Day on May 23 and the Sonoma Wine Country Games on June 10 and 11.
The April Fools’ Day Tournament is almost here! This is your chance to look silly AND bowl. We’re also looking for volunteers for Demo Day and Wine Country Games.
OLBC’s first tournament of 2022! The temperature was 56 degrees with a cold wind blowing directly off some nearby glacier.
Lawn Bowling is a sport that originated in ancient Egypt and was very popular more than 900 years ago in Europe. Mr. Berger, the developer
WE HAVE A CALENDAR By Mary Blake INTERESTED IN LEARNING TO BOWL? The Oakmont Lawn Bowling Club is always excited to have new bowlers. Bowling
PRESIDENT’S DAY FUN GAME
Our first tournament of 2022 is Monday, February 21st at 12:30. We’ll have food and beverages. Sign up on the board on the shed. Wear whites, bring $3, and be there by 12:15 to bowl at 12:30. If you can’t bowl, feel free to drop by and watch.
LOOKING FORWARD TO A NEW YEAR By Mary Blake INTERESTED IN LEARNING TO BOWL? In Oakmont, we can have gorgeous weather even in winter. And
Our Annual Awards and Holiday Party will be on December 3rd in the Berger. Visit the Bowls Room to choose a foster child in need of a gift and bring the gift to the party for wrapping.
2022 HOLIDAY GAMESMonday, February 21, pm. President’s DayThursday, March 17, pm. St. Patrick’s DayFriday, April 1, pm. April Fools DayMonday, May 30, am. Memorial DayMonday,
(Note, this is to replace the article I submitted on the 11th. Several things changed. I emailed Colin to ask if I could submit a
TOURNAMENTS AND A HALLOWEEN PIZZA BOWL By Mary Blake INTERESTED IN LEARNING TO BOWL? The Lawn Bowling Club is always excited to have new bowlers.
Updates on the Men’s Triples, Men’s Pairs, Open Singles, and Open Novice Tournaments. A Halloween Social, and Daily Draw moves to afternoons!
We’ve had to make up for a lot of lost time and Jerry and his team packed in a lot of tournaments over the last 2 months. We also have more coming as well as a Halloween dinner, a Holiday Gala and an annual member meeting.
Clothing for Sale! New Bowlers! And a great turn-out for the Women’s Singles Tournament.
We had a lot to make up for, and it’s been an exciting month with tournaments and our first social event since 2019. See you on the Green!
Step out onto the Green (best grass in Oakmont), roll a bowl (looks like a ball but isn’t) or two, find out what lawn bowling is like and maybe win a bottle of wine!
Demo Day will be on Monday, July 26th. Grandparents’ Day on Thursday, July 29th.
For most of us, it’s been a long, empty year with almost nothing on our calendars. But, finally, we’ve scheduled our tournaments and soon we’ll add social events. Check our website for the calendar of events.
SATURDAY MORNING DROP-INS at 9:30 Have you been wondering what people are doing on the bowling green? Lawn bowling is an easy way to get
We held our first tournament in over a year. We’re lifting the mask requirement outdoors and returning carefully to the daily draw. And don’t forget that bowling is now at 9:30 am (be there at 9:15).
The bowls room is open, the benches can be sat in, we can start teaching new bowlers. And the weather is beautiful. Now’s the time to start bowling.
INTERESTED IN LEARNING TO BOWL?
Have you been wondering what people are doing on the bowling green? Check out www.oakmontlawnbowling.com to learn more!
OAKMONT LAWN BOWLING CLUBBy Mary Blake As I write this, Sonoma County, like most of California, is in the red, or “substantial”, risk state. But
By Mary Blake We’re getting closer and closer to real bowling! Check the lawn bowling calendar on our website for draw times and event dates.
By Mary Blake In my last article, I said that every part of me (toes, nose, shoulders, pendulum of my arm) needs to aim for
By Mary Blake I’m writing this on February 9th. That’s 2 full weeks before you’ll see this in your mailbox, which means things may have
By Mary Blake SAFE BOWLING Don’t forget to bowl! It’s safe, fun, and good for you. True, it isn’t easy to bowl with a mask
By Mary Blake I’m writing this on the first day of a new year, January 1, 2021. Of course, changing the numbers on a calendar
By Mary Blake TO CONTACT US email: oakmontlawnbowling@gmail.com website: oakmontlawnbowling.com THE JOYS OF LAWN BOWLING There’s a light (OK, a tiny glimmer) at the end
Topher Gayle Invitation If you’re curious about this relaxed, friendly game, stop by the green (next to the CAC) on any non-rainy Saturday afternoon (roughly
Topher Gayle Interested in Lawn Bowling? Email us at oakmontlawnbowling@gmail.com to arrange a meeting with a friendly person who will show you what’s what! Or
Jim Brewer DROP IN DAYS We are open for drop-in’s, weather permitting, Saturday mornings through September 30. Anyone interested in learning about our club is
Free things are good. Free FUN things are even better! Send us an email (Oakmontlawnbowling@gmail.com) if you’re interested in learning about lawn bowling. Lessons and
Lawn Bowling is not only fun and easy to learn, it’s great exercise and a wonderful way to meet new friends. You might even win
Monday May 13 10 a.m. – Noon Lawn bowling is not only fun and easy to learn, it’s great exercise and a wonderful way to
Phil Bowman QUARTERLY MEETING This first quarterly meeting was presided over by President Marilyn Garland. She runs a tight ship, adhering to the agenda that
Phil Bowman GREEN BOOK The 2019 Green Book was distributed at the first quarterly meeting on March 7th. If you missed the meeting, you can
Phil Bowman FIRST QUARTERLY MEETING — March 7th @ 11:00 at the Berger This is your opportunity to catch up on news about your fellow
Phil Bowman ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTYThe Berger was once again the venue of this fun event. As in the past few years we worked with Sonoma
Phil Bowman The annual meeting was held on November 1st. Among other busi-ness, officers and directors for the coming year were elected. The club will
Mary Blake INTERESTED IN LEARNING TO BOWL? If you’ve wondered about the game being played on the lawn next to the Activity Center, drop by
Phil Bowman TOURNAMENT RESULTS Novice Singles: There was a great turnout this year. Out of our cur-rent 22 novices, 12 signed up and played! And
Tournament Results & Upcoming Events Phil Bowman TIME CHANGE: Daily draws start at 12:30 beginning October 1st. You probably expected this since you changed your
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