Dear Members,
Once again I find myself in the role of President of Folded Wings Association. As many of you know this is my 3rd stint as President and this time I know I have big shoes to fill after Jacqui’s time as President. She did an incredible job, especially with the 50th anniversary celebrations, which were a credit to her efficient organizational skills. Like many of us, Jacqui still works and has a very busy social life as well as many trips to Australia to visit her children and grandchildren, so we appreciate the time she gives to Folded Wings.
I’m also thrilled to have Rebecca Gadsdon-Green as my Vice President and being a younger member we trust it will encourage more younger members to join up.
We had our first Committee meeting this week and I’m looking forward to working with our new committee and welcome new members Hadyn Delves, Ross and Ali Clarke, who are first time committee members. I know that Ross and Haydn will bring ideas that will grow our male membership and encourage participation in more casual get togethers for all of us. I also acknowledge Lyn Renner coming back on the committee and with her past experience I know we will continue to grow.
The Quiz night we had in July was such a success we have organized another evening next Tuesday September 18th-----see details below. Reply ASAP. It’s fun, it’s challenging, it’s frustrating, it’s competitive and most of all it’s a very enjoyable evening. So grab “your mates” and make up a table. We do need to register how many so that tables can be booked. No cost to you except a drink and a pub meal if you desire.
There appears to be some confusion with our Face book presence. The FB group for the original Folded Wings Association which was started back in 1967 is shown as “Folded Wings Association” and it is a closed group. Just send us a request to join and it will be answered promptly. There is another NZ based “Folded Wings” group also. We will approach them to look at the possibility of consolidating together. We are also working on creating a website and thank Tania Fernandez for her input on this project. To keep the website current we will require an IT person who would be willing to volunteer their services on a very “part time’ basis. If you know of anyone who could help in that area please contact Tania Fernandez.
Remember our monthly coffee mornings which is a casual and relaxed time to get to know members. Both men and women welcome!
North Shore----last Thursday of the month. Sept 27th and Oct 25th and Nov 29th
Kings Garden Centre, Nile Rd, Forrest Hill from 10.30am
City ----second Friday of the month Friday 14th Sept, Friday 12th Oct and Friday 12th Nov.
La Cigale 69 St Georges Bay Rd, Parnell from 10.30am
Hopefully by the time you receive this Spring won’t be too far away after such a wintry blast.
We look forward to seeing you at all or one of the functions listed below.
Cheers
Maggie
QUIZ Night
Date: Next Tuesday - September 18th
Time: 6.45pm
Venue: Horse and Trap
Form a team and come along for an entertaining and fun night. Please use this link to our email: foldedwingsnz@gmail.com and just say how many are coming with your name.
EVENTS COMING UP:
CHRISTMAS Drinks Party
Date: Friday – 30th November
Time: 6.30pm to 9pm
Venue: Tamaki Yacht Club - 5knots Commodore Room,
Save the date in your calendar More information with ticket prices will be advised
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL IS NOW DUE. Still only $20 per year-
Please see the attached form with details of how to make your payment OR
simply pay by INTERNET BANKING following these instructions:
Pay to account number: 12-3011-0808156-00 (REFERENCE: SURNAME/SUBS). Once paid please use this link to advise the date payment was made and of any change to your contact details: foldedwingsnz@gmail.com