Library News

The collection has undergone a massive clean-up and turnover of books. There are very few of the original
tired, hard to read editions left. Thanks to the generosity of residents who have supplied us with
clean, up-to-date books, all in good condition, we have been able to remove many old, tired titles and replace
them with books in better condition, that are easier to read, and still have the main authors that the readers
request.

What happens to the books we remove?

The ones that are still fairly good, or are duplicates of titles we already have, go into the cupboard beside the
sink.  A group of ladies comes from Hometown Lakeland, a Residential Community in Buff Point, and they take
what they want for their Library from this cupboard.  Some residents take a few for their market stalls. 
Anything left is advertised on Gumtree for free, and we always have a waiting list for books from this ad, which
goes in on an irregular basis.  The old, torn, smelly, small print, hard to read books are re-cycled within the
village recycling bins.  So, you see nothing is wasted, and we are always grateful for the offerings that are left
with us. We can make use of everything you wish to leave, in some way, but we do prefer not to have to
handle the old, dirty books that have been buried in a garage for 30 years or more. They are not usually
classics or treasures we can use.

Our Winter project is to re-vamp the DVD collection, so keep your eye out as we make it easier to find your
favourite actor, TV series or the type of DVD you wish to watch. The collection may be in a mess for a few
weeks, but as with the books, you know we will get there eventually. Our aim is to present you with a Library
that is easy to use and that contains the materials that you, the residents, want to see.
 

Please remember to replace the DVD in its box before you return it to us. We have many empty cases and the
DVDs have gone AWOL!

A reminder as to how the Library works:

If your book of choice is mystery and thriller then just look for the ORANGE dot on the spine of the book.

If your fancy is Romance, then look for a PINK dot :

For General Drama, Family  Sagas, Adventure and Historical novels, try the books with the BLUE dot:

For True stories, and Biographies, the YELLOW dot is the one to look for when selecting your book.

There is only a small selection of Horror, Sci-Fi and Fantasy, but these have a BLACK dot or a WHITE dot.

A very selective collection of non-fiction and coffee table books are house, in the Pool room and they offer a
wide range of factual material. The pamphlet boxes are being upgraded, and house small bits and pieces of
information as well as some magazines.
 
The English favourite “The Peoples’ Friend” has its own bookcase, with both copies of the magazine, as well as
hard cover editions, of the stories and poems that make this publication a great favourite with many readers.
You are assured of finding what you want, and please remember to browse along the Large Print shelves,
housed near the DVD collection. And of course, don’t forget the games and jigsaws.

We promise not to put you to work unless you really want to be involved and then we will train you to help us
process new arrivals and to re-shelve returned materials.
 

For More information about the Library, or to join the Library Group, please contact :
Von: 4358 4875

Pam: 4358 4811

Jean: 4358 3941  

                      

Tuesday Trivia News

2.00pm on the Last Tuesday of each month a dedicated group meet to challenge each other and dazzle the
gathering with their brilliance at TRIVIA. Considering the average age of the contestants the actual brilliance
can be debated, but the fun of the debates make it all worthwhile. You do not need to be clever and you do
not need a team. You just need to be keen to match your wits with others and to have the wish to join in with
a group that has a lot of laughs as they pull each question to pieces and try to find the answers.
The simple fact that no-one can ever answer all the questions does not deter this group from having a good
time , or from enjoying a yummy afternoon tea, while having a laugh and a good gossip.
Our new format, where 10 questions are written on a paper and the teams have 10 – 15 minutes to answer
them, has proved very successful as it means known answers are quickly disposed of, and there is time to
ponder and discuss the difficult questions. It has led to a smoother, more enjoyable game that allows all
thinkers to have their input considered as the topics are thrashed out around the tables.
Come and join us for a relaxing afternoon, no pressure, just some good fun. We will make you welcome.
Costs $2.00 for the afternoon. This is $1.00 for afternoon tea supplies and $1.00 for the Prize Kitty, which
goes to the winning team.
When you join us, try to get on the same team as Wazza or Sally, you will be sure of sharing the pot if you do!
Contact: Bill Walker:  4358 4542 or Warren Loxley:  4358 4743 for more information

Lakeside Leisure Village Social Bowls Club

Greetings members,

The AGM of the LLV Social Bowls Club for 2019, took place in the Barn on Tuesday February 5 at 11:40am
and was attended by 29 members with 19 apologies.

Terry Frazer is President with Mary Conway as Treasurer.  Rob Gregory as Secretary.

The committee is made up of Helen De Luca, Gary Conway, Doug Munt and Reg Podbury.

The club does not have a Coach this year but there are plenty of members willing to offer their services.  

The first SCROUNGER'S DAY for 2019 will be held on Sunday February 24 commencing at 9:30am.  Tea,
Coffee and nibbles provided, sausage sizzle $2 and  byo refreshments.

The first Inter village challenge for 2019 will be held at Munmorah Bowlo on Monday March 25.

Good bowling,

Rob Gregory (Secretary)

         

Rhondda 0407 414 617