Some members of bowling clubs in North Wales join the Craig y Don bowling club during the winter months (when it’s not too cold) to play bowls socially and to keep their skills honed. A week or two ago, the croquet club, on whose lawns the winter bowling takes place, submitted a planning application forContinue reading “Planning”
Monthly Archives: January 2024
Island History
In January 1841, the British and the Chinese ended long negotiations over territory in the opium wars. China agreed to pay indemnities and ceded the island of Hong Kong to the British. Hong Kong was eventually returned to China on 1st July 1997.
Stay Indoors?
In case you haven’t noticed yet, the BBC is televising the World Indoor Championship, at Hopton on Sea, England. It has been running all week and the last 3-days are today, tomorrow and Sunday. There are a variety of ways to watch it on the BBC so simply choose your method.
Real News
Gay sends a message to all members of the Friday morning craft Group: this week’s group get-together is cancelled as there will be a Committee meeting in the Clubhouse that morning. All will be back to normal the following Friday so, if you have any homework to do, you have an additional 7-days in whichContinue reading “Real News”
Headlines Quiz
Click Here to visit the BBC website to undertake their quiz relating to Headlines of the Year.
Your Starter for 10
If you haven’t come across it yet, and you’re thinking about taking up bowls, or you’re looking for a bit more information or tips about the game, then Click Here to visit this useful website.
50 Shades of Pink
Hey David, whilst you’re looking in the pink, what’s the answer to this question: Hidden away in Gwydir Forest (not really) there’s a one-story house that’s coloured pink. All the furniture is pink, the wallpaper is pink, even the bedrooms are pink. The cat isn’t pink. The people aren’t pink. So what colour are theContinue reading “50 Shades of Pink”
What Dilemma?
The Royal Photographic Society, based in Bristol, is just one of the many organisations around the world that is trying to set guidelines and rules around the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). But there’s still a long way to go for everyone. Will we ever need guidance in relation to AI in the crown green bowlingContinue reading “What Dilemma?”
Our Crafty Lot
The Craft Group is still beavering away in the Clubhouse (have they ever left?). No-one is hidden this time apart from Shan who took the photo.
“take pART” at Venue Cymru
take pART returns to Venue Cymru for 13th & 14th January 2024. A range of arts, literature and science events and workshops. If you’re a fan of the BBC TV Series “Casualty”, then one of these events is definitely for you. (Plus that one is FREE. What more could you ask for?). The Casualty eventContinue reading ““take pART” at Venue Cymru”
Vardre Deganwy Crown Green Bowling Club 