IBM Retirees Club (Midlands)
(www.retireesmidclub.org.uk)
November 2012 Newsletter
Editorial
We had a most successful evening at Snitterfield playing skittles, certainly if the buzz of conversation and the late departure of many members was anything to go by. Many thanks to Dave Dagley for all his efforts - I don't think he will need his arm twisting TOO much to do it again next year.
Meanwhile, we have the Christmas Lunch to look forward to. For those of you who haven't yet booked, I am repeating the announcement for your convenience. As is our custom, we will announce the 2013 program at the Lunch and the Committee hope you will find something of interest amongst the planned events.
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Brian Wilson, Newsletter Editor. Telephone: 01926-777710 e-mail: brian_h_wilson@msn.com
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Events
Click here to see the list of the events which are planned for the current year. The following is the status of those which have been announced.
23 November PC Group Meeting
30 November - 3 December Budapest Christmas Markets. Event closed.
17 December Christmas Lunch at the Ardencote Manor on 17th December. Announcement and booking form in this Newsletter.
New Year trip to Cornwall Event closed.
Booking Conditions Click here to read the terms and conditions.
Photographs from Past Events Click here to view a selection of photographs from past events.
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CHRISTMAS LUNCH 17TH DECEMBER 2012
at THE ARDENCOTE MANOR HOTEL, THE CUMSEY, LYE GREEN ROAD, CLAVERDON NR WARWICK CV35 8LT
Timing 12:00 for 12:45
This year we have not been able to keep the cost of the Christmas lunch quite as low as it has been for the last couple of years because of the reduction in grant from IBM, but it still represents excellent value at £20.00 per head for members and first guests. There will be the usual welcome drink on arrival and wine with the meal.
Those of you with access to the internet can view details of Ardencote Manor at http://www.ardencote.com
MENU
STARTERS
· Roast Butternut Squash Soup [v] with Nutmeg Crème Fraiche [S1]
· Terrine of Pressed Ham Hock with Winter Chutney, Granary Toast [S2]
· Goats Cheese and Basil Tart [v] with Plum Tomato, Spring Onion and Olive Dressing [S3]
MAIN COURSE
· Traditional Roast Turkey with all the Trimmings, Thyme jus [M1]
· Fillet of Sea Bass, Crushed Potatoes, Charred Fennel, Crayfish Butter Sauce [M2]
· Wild Mushroom Risotto [v] and Tarragon[M3]
DESSERT
· Traditional Christmas pudding with Brandy Anglaise [D1]
· Rich Chocolate Mousse with Raspberry Compote [D2]
· Platter of English Cheese and Biscuits [D3]
Coffee with Mini Mince Pies
To book a place, fill in the booking form and mail it with your cheque £20pp for member and first guest, £35 second guest - made payable to IBM Retirees Club [Midlands] - to arrive not later than Friday 30th November, to:-
Michael Fabianski, 9 Cambridge Gardens, Upper Holly Walk, Leamington Spa, CV32 4JN
Email michael.fabianski@gmail.com Telephone: 01926 745391
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Announcements and Advertisments
NEWMAN STREET – Ex-patriots from the days of Newman Street will be gathering as usual at the One Tun, just around the corner from 58 Newman Street, from 12.00 on Friday, 7th December to take a few glasses of ale and exchange reminiscences. Join us if you can.
Contact Dave Compton ( Email: dave@compton-family.eu)
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Sub-Groups of IBM Club and Retirees Club
IBM Retirees PC and Technology Group (founded by Harry Green)
The IBM Retirees PC and Technology Group meets every alternate month for a lively discussion on PC and technology topics in the digital age. There are usually one or two specific presentations given by members or by outside speakers, which the members of the Group have requested. We try to provide a reasonable balance between PC "techie" topics, new technology, and topics of a more general nature such as digital television, Internet telephony and digital photography . So whether you are a newcomer to the PC or a more experienced user, we hope you will find something of interest. You are very welcome to join us.
Contacts:- Roger Goodman email:- ladevie@dsl.pipex.com Alan Bridgman email:- abri@waitrose.com
- Go to meeting dates and other information
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IBM Midlands Golf Society
IBM Retirees and spouses/partners are eligible to play, the events being subsidised by IBM.
Please contact one of the undersigned with any queries.
Contacts:- Graham Seal email:- gaseal@sky.com Michael Davies email:- enosmd@ntlworld.com
- Go to Fixture List and contacts
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