Quisling meaning: a person who betrays his or her country by aiding an invading enemy, often serving later in a puppet government. The word worked its way into dictionaries after Vidkun Quisling (1887-1945), pro-Nazi Norwegian leader, who was a Nazi collaborator during World War II. Has this snippet wetted your appetite for joining a Vardre Deganwy QuizContinue reading “Quisling”
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Newsletter
Dave H has been working hard again on facts and jokes to bring you the November Newsletter No. 60. Click Here to catch up with news from the Club.
You and Your Dog
Have you wondered where to take your dog for a change – to somewhere that’s a little bit different? Where you can both have a drink and a little something to eat? And where you can have a run around and meet other like-minded people and dogs? Where you can be inside if it’s raining?Continue reading “You and Your Dog”
Today People
The Clubhouse will be open today for a couple of hours from 10:30am for anyone who wants to get out for a while and have a bit of a social. This can become a regular meet up if members are interested. Gay, Sylvia and Rosina will be there so that’s a great start to theContinue reading “Today People”
Tomorrow People
The Clubhouse will be open tomorrow for a couple of hours from 10:30am for anyone who wants to get out for a while and have a bit of a social. This can become a regular meet up if members are interested. Gay, Sylvia and Rosina will be there so that’s a great start to theContinue reading “Tomorrow People”
The Future of Bowls?
Chris gives a crystal ball reading in the middle of a game to see if he can predict the bowls match outcome between husband and wife. N.B. there is no law of the game to prevent this controversial method being used.
All Hallows’ Eve
Hallowe’en (All Hallows Eve) is celebrated on 31st October, the day before All Saints Day (All Hallows Day) on 1st November. However, it is now a more worldly event rather than the ancient spiritual celebration it used to be.
Setting an Example
Gay practises her Rag Doll impression between ends on the green. Traditionally, Rag Dolls are home-made from scraps of material and used as comforting objects and to encourage nurturing skills. The British Museum has a rag doll exhibit that was made by the Romans. Click Here to find out more about their exhibit although rememberContinue reading “Setting an Example”
Getting Hitched
John B to Ian: “Apparently Ian, RSVP’ing to a wedding invitation with ‘Maybe next time’, is not the correct response”.
It’s a Toss Up
Ann stares in awe as Gary B recounts his attempt earlier that morning to make and toss pancakes.
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