Curling Club Column MARCH 10/08
By: Kim Kirkham

The Penticton Curling Club has etched another year into the history books.

The Club experienced another record year for membership; we were up for the 4 th straight year.

A total of 465 curlers, and 128 teams registered this year, and in addition to the regular leagues, 50-60 juniors, and approximately 1500 school kids used the curling club as a part of their extra curricular activities. In total we were up 60 curlers or 15 teams over last year.

What on-ice event could bring our season to a more fitting close than the Western Mixed Bonspiel, held last weekend.

The success of the 28 team event was dependent on the efforts of numerous volunteers, thank you to all of you who gave of your time.

A fabulous dinner was prepared by Ken Lauzon and his staff from the Black Iron Grill and Steakhouse.

A “heart warming” presentation was made to our very own Special “O” team who won a gold metal at The National Winter Games in Quebec last month.

Winners of the “A” Division, The Brennan Rink; winners of the “B” Barrie Johnstone Rink; winners of the “C” The Kim Dixon Rink and winners of the “D” Consolation Round, The Rob Verrier Rink.

The Annual Spring Meeting and Election of Officers

Will held at The Club on Wednesday April 9 th @ 7:00 pm . There will be complimentary appetizers for all those that attend.

With the winding down of the curling season brings the need to fill emerging vacancies on the PCC Board for the next season. If you’ve been known to say to yourself or your team-mates, “What this club really needs to do is…” here’s your chance to make that vision a reality. We’re looking for nominations/volunteers for the Board, enthusiasm and willingness to participate is the only requirement. Previous experience is not required – we’ll mentor you. Please contact any Executive member if you are interested.

We will be making a few special presentations during the evening to The Volunteer of The Year, and Lifelong Member Award.

From the lounge

Remember we do rent out our upstairs lounge in the off season. With our new flat screen TV’s and satellite radio, it’s a great venue to have a birthday, wedding, or retirement party. We have a full bar, and on site catering. Please visit our website www.pentictoncurlingclub.com for prices on the rentals and menus from The Black Iron Grill and Steakhouse.

Now its time to dust off the golf clubs, and camping gear and put away the curling shoes.

Have a great summer everyone!