Solihull

Welcome to the latest Solihull Plus News.

Here are the results from last Fridays Ten Pin Bowling

1st Mark Hewson 335
2nd= Paul Turner 249
2nd= Gavin Peachey 249
4th Jamie Woodbridge 221
5th James Foxall 219
6th Kathy Morris 216
7th Dave Parfitt 214
8th James Oliver 213
9th James Collins 194
10th Cherry Morgan 189
11th Mariza Brown 182
12th Kevin Crowfoot 147
13th Richard Haydon 137

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

Tonight (Monday 8 February) there is a GROUP PLANNING MEETING starting at
8:00pm at The Plough, Monkspath. This is a change from the previously advertised date and venue. All members are welcome.

This Wednesday (10 February) we have a BRITISH QUIZ with Richard. Rule Britannia!

This Saturday (13 February) Kathy is organising KARTING at Teamworks.
Please contact her for more information.
Their website is at http://teamworksbirmingham-px.rtrk.co.uk/birmingham

This Sunday (14 February) we have a LOVELY MEAL.Further details available on Wednesday.

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (14 February) is The Red Lion in Knowle (B93
OLY). Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat.

The NATIONAL ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING is to be held this year on Saturday 20
February at The County Hotel, Walsall.
There are various options;

Option 1 is £55 which includes the conference, Saturday lunch, Saturday
dinner dance, accommodation (sharing) and breakfast.
Option 2 is £10 for just the conference (no lunch).
Option 3 is £15 for just the conference with lunch.

This is to be followed by a DINNER & MASQUREADE BALL.
The dinner dance is £20 or you can come to the disco and entertainment only
for £10. Accommodation can be arranged for just £25 (sharing). Please do not book
directly with the hotel, this is a special rate.

On Sunday 21 February a NATIONAL ACTIVITIES WORKSHOP will take place at
the same venue.

Full details can be found at
http://www.plusgroups.org.uk/plus/national-activities/agm/

Happy Birthday this week to Julia Court (Thursday) and Sarah Burke (Sunday).

Please note that admission from this Wednesday will revert back to £2.

Congratulations to the new committee elected last week.
They are: Gavin Peachey – Chairman
Jennifer Rowe – Administrator
Richard Haydon – Publicity
Paul Turner - General

We are still in urgent need of a treasurer. Please speak to Kathy or Gavin if interested.

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

This Wednesday (3 February) we have THE PRICE IS RIGHT with Kathy. Come on down!

This Friday (5 February) we have our monthly TEN PIN BOWLING starting at 8:00pm, Acocks Green Bowl. Places are limited, so please contact Kathy if you would like to take part.

On Saturday (6 February) we have a visit to MECCA BINGO. More details will be available on Wednesday.

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (7 February) is The Barn at Hockley Heath (B94 6NX).
Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat.

Next Tuesday (9 February) there is a GROUP PLANNING MEETING starting at 8:00pm also at The Barn Hockley Heath. This is a change from the previously advertised date.All members are welcome.

On Saturday 13 February Kathy is organising KARTING at Teamworks. Please contact her for more information. Their website is at http://teamworksbirmingham-px.rtrk.co.uk/birmingham

The NATIONAL ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING is to be held this year on Saturday 20
February at The County Hotel, Walsall.
There are various options;
Option 1 is £55 which includes the conference, Saturday lunch, Saturday
dinner dance, accommodation (sharing) and breakfast.
Option 2 is £10 for just the conference (no lunch)
Option 3 is £15 for just the conference with lunch.

This is to be followed by a DINNER & MASQUREADE BALL.
The dinner dance is £20 or you can come to the disco only for £10.
Accommodation can be arranged for just £25 (sharing). Please do not book
directly with the hotel, this is a special rate.

Happy Birthday this week to Cherry Morgan (Monday).

If any of you have any ideas on which charity to support this year, please
pass them on to Gavin Peachey.

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

Tonight (Tuesday 26 January) we have a PROGRAMME PLANNING MEETING to decide
on our activities for April to June. To be held at 17 Morris Close, Acocks Green starting at 8:00pm. All members are welcome.

This Wednesday (27 January) we have our ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING.
Amongst other things the election for a new committee will take place. All
positions are up for grabs.

Please remember that without volunteers this group will not exist. Feel free
to talk to existing committee members about their roles.
In particular the position of Treasurer has been fulfilled by Kathy for 3
years now. This is the maximum time allowed by Plus rules for this role so
she will definitely not be standing for it again.

This Friday (29 January) the PUB OF THE MONTH is The Greswolde Hotel in
Knowle (B93 0LL). Please join us from 8:00pm.

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (31 January) is The Boat at Catherine-de-Barnes
(B91 2TJ). Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat.

The NATIONAL ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING is to be held this year on Saturday 20
February at The County Hotel, Walsall.

There are various options;
Option 1 is £55 which includes the conference, Saturday lunch, Saturday
dinner dance, accommodation (sharing) and breakfast.
Option 2 is £10 for just the conference (no lunch)
Option 3 is £15 for just the conference with lunch.

This is to be followed by a DINNER & MASQUREADE BALL.
The dinner dance is £20 or you can come to the disco only for £10.
Accommodation can be arranged for just £25 (sharing). Please do not book
directly with the hotel, this is a special rate.

On Sunday 21 February a NATIONAL ACTIVITIES TRAINING WORKSHOP will take place at
the same venue.

Full details can be found at

Join GAVIN PEACHEY as he organizes SOLIHULL PLUS first meal of the month,

SOLIHULLPLUS have a PROGRAMME PLANNING MEETING to decide on our activities for April to June.Starting at 8:00pm. All members are welcome.

SOLIHULL PLUS pub of the month is the Greswolde in Knowle, please join us from 8:00pm onwards

Join KATHY MORRIS for the a game of DARTS can any one hit the board.

Join RICHARD HAYDON for a Quiz about Britian Rule Britannia!

Join KATHY MORRIS for the classic 80's Gameshow the Price is Right

Happy Birthday this week to James Oliver (Friday).

If any of you have any ideas on which charity to support this year, please
pass them on to Gavin.

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

This Wednesday (20 January) we have a CHARITY AUCTION. Please bring along any unwanted items that others may want to purchase.

On Saturday (23 January) we have the NATIONAL KARTING COMPETITION which is
being held in Reading. The cost is £45 per driver. Full details are at
http://www.plusgroups.org.uk/plus/national-activities/karting/
Please contact myself if you would like to take part.

This Sunday (24 January) there is the MIDLAND AREA CONFERENCE to be held at
The Plough & Harrow, Slade Road, Sutton Coldfield B75 5PF.
Starts 1:00pm. One of the topics is the election of the Area Officers to
serve for the next twelve months. If you are interested in standing for a
position on area, or just want to know more, please contact James Oliver.
All members are welcome.

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (24 January) is Morton’s Kitchen, Dickens Heath
(B90 1UB). Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat.

Next Tuesday (26 January) we have a PROGRAMME PLANNING MEETING to decide on
our activities for April to June. To be held at 17 Morris Close, Acocks Green starting at 8:00pm. All members are welcome.

On Wednesday 27 January we have our ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING.
Amongst other things the election for a new committee will take place. All
positions are up for grabs.
Please remember that without volunteers this group will not exist. Feel free
to talk to existing committee members about their roles.
In particular the position of Treasurer has been fulfilled by Kathy for 3
years now. This is the maximum time allowed by Plus rules for this role so
she will definitely not be standing for it again.

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Just to let everyone know that the Brean 2010 page has now been updated and includes a printable booking form.

http://www.plusgroups.org.uk/a/event/brean2010

A reminder that the Midland area elections will be held on 24 Sunday January.

Venue will be the Plough & Harrow Pub,, Slade Road, Sutton Coldfield

Remember at this conference there will be the elections for the committee
positions

Chairman

Administrator

Treasurer

Area Membership Officer

Events Cooridnator

Training Officer

Publicity Officer

General Committee positions x 2

Area Webmaster for plusgroups.org.uk website

SADY Cooridinator

Also Adam Redshaw might be presenting the following motion to the floor of
the conference concerning meetup.com

"That Midland Area spend up to $200 (US Dollars) for 18 months membership of
a Midland Area meetup group based around Coventry or Leamington Spa with
Adam Redshaw and A N Other from the AEC as moderators in order to attract
new members to PLUS"

Another motion is the Midland Area pays the day delegates fees for option two at the National AGM.

Also John Smith would like any feedback from the groups about using the
current plusgroups.org.uk website which can be discussed at this conference.

Happy New Year to you all.

The latest National Plus News magazine can be seen at http://www.plusgroups.org.uk/plus/plus-news/2009_12/2009_12.pdf

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

This Wednesday (6 January) we have a REVIEW OF 2009 quiz. There is a special prize for the winning team.

This Friday (8 January) we have our monthly TEN PIN BOWLING at Acocks Green
Bowl starting at 8:00pm. Places are limited so please inform Kathy if you are coming.

This Saturday (9 January) James is organising a visit to the CINEMA.
The proposal is to see either Avatar 3D (starts 20.30 lasts about 2.75 hours
and costs £9.00) or Sherlock Holmes (starts at 20.15 lasts just over 2 hours
and costs £7.10 per ticket).

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (10 January) is The Toby Carvery, Sheldon (aka The Wheatsheaf) (B26 3EH).
Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat.

Next Tuesday (12 January) there is a PROGRAMME PLANNING MEETING starting at
8:00pm. All members are welcome. Venue to be advised.

On Saturday 16 January James is organising a visit to the PANTOMIME.
We will be see Sleeping Beauty at Birmingham Hippodrome starring Joe
Pasquale & Ray Quinn. 6 seats have been reserved. Please contact James as soon as possible to
purchase a ticket at £29.15. See http://www.birminghamhippodrome.com/whatson_focus.asp?ShowId=1604 for
further details.
One spare ticket has now become available. Please contact James.

On Saturday 23 January we have the NATIONAL KARTING COMPETITION which is
being held in Reading. The cost is £40 per driver and needs to be paid by 13 January.
Full details are at http://www.plusgroups.org.uk/plus/national-activities/karting/
Please contact myself if you would like to take part.

On Wednesday 27 January we have our ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING.
Amongst other things the election for a new committee will take place. All
positions are up for grabs.

Please remember that without volunteers this group will not exist. Feel free

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (31 January) is The Boat at Catehrine deBarnes (B91 2TJ). Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (17 January) is The Woodmand Rest at Shirley (B90 3DB). Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat.

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (24 January) is Moretons Kitchen at Dicken Heath (B90 1UB). Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat

Join SOLIHULL PLUS for its annual General meeting

Following business to be transacted

Presentation of Officers reports for 2009

Presentation of the group financial accounts for 2009

Election of the following officers to serve Solihull PLUS from 1 March 2010

CHAIRMAN **
ADMINISTRATOR **
TREASURER **

ACTIVITIES OFFICER
PUBLICITY OFFICER
GENERAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS (x5)

** must be filled by members of the group for more than 6 six months

any other motions which members wish to present 1 week notice is required please.

Group Planning Meeting

Venue The Barn

Time of Meeting 8.00pm start

Attendees

Gavin Peachey
Kathy Morris
Richard Haydon
Paul Turner

and any other group members

[img_assist|nid=688|title=Beer|desc=|link=popup|align=left|width=139|height=150]The SUNDAY PUB for this week (3 January) is The Sheldon Wheatsheaf at Sheldon (B26 3EH). Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (3 January) is The Westley at Acocks Green (B27 7UJ). Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat

Join SOLIHULL PLUS as we take to cinema for one of two festive films

A Avatar
In the future, Jake, a paraplegic war veteran, is brought to another planet, Pandora, which is inhabited by the Na'vi, a humanoid race with their own language and culture. Those from Earth find themselves at odds with each other and the local culture.

B Sherlock Holmes
After finally catching serial killer and occult "sorcerer" Lord Blackwood, legendary sleuth Sherlock Holmes and his assistant Dr. Watson can close yet another successful case. But when Blackwood mysteriously returns from the grave and resumes his killing spree, Holmes must take up the hunt once again. Contending with his partner's new fiancée and the dimwitted head of Scotland Yard, the dauntless detective must unravel the clues that will lead him into a twisted web of murder, deceit, and black magic.

Join SOLIHULL PLUS as we kick off the new year with a visit to the National Sea Life Centre in Birmingham.

A tropical paradise in the heart of the buzzing city. Take a marine voyage beneath the waves and explore over 60 spectacular displays. From the touch pool to our one million-litre ocean tunnel, you'll encounter everything from starfish to seahorses, sharks and rays. Our largest residents are two enormous giant sea turtles - Molokai and Gulliver. Regular talks and feeding demonstrations provide an even deeper insight into the magical mysteries of the seas.

http://www.sealifeeurope.com/local/index.php?loc=birmingham

Please contact Kathy if you are coming. Meet outside the Sealife Centre at 10:45am.

Hope you all had a good Christmas and enjoyed plenty of fine wine and food.

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

This Tuesday (29 December) Greg Jones has invited you to a BIRTHDAY DRINK at
The Plough, Monkspath from 8:30pm

This Wednesday (30 December) we are taking a break and will not be meeting
at the Football Club.

On NEW YEAR’S EVE (Thursday 31 December) we are now going to celebrate the
arrival of the New Year at The Plough, Monkspath (B90 4EP).
Admission is free, no food is included but there is a 70’s disco (fancy
dress optional). Please meet there from 8:00pm onwards.

On Sunday (3 January) we are organising a visit to the SEALIFE CENTRE in
Birmingham.Their website is at
http://www.sealifeeurope.com/local/index.php?loc=birmingham
Tickets online are £11.35 and £16.35 on the door.
Please contact Kathy if you are coming. Meet outside the Sealife Centre at
10:45am.

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (3 January) is The Westley at Acocks Green (B27
7UJ).Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat.

On Saturday 16 January 2010 James is organising a visit to the PANTOMIME.
We will be see Sleeping Beauty at Birmingham Hippodrome starring Joe
Pasquale & Ray Quinn. 9 seats have been reserved. Please contact James as soon as possible to
purchase a ticket at £29.15.
See http://www.birminghamhippodrome.com/whatson_focus.asp?ShowId=1604 for further details.

The NATIONAL ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING is to be held this year on Saturday 20
February at The County Hotel, Walsall.
There are various options;

Option 1 is £55 which includes the conference, Saturday lunch, Saturday
dinner dance, accommodation (sharing) and breakfast.
Option 2 is £10 for just the conference (no lunch)
Option 3 is £15 for just the conference with lunch.

This is to be followed by a DINNER & MASQUREADE BALL.
The dinner dance is £20 or you can come to the disco only for £10.

IN the first few after Christmas join Solihull PLUS as we hold our annual Charity Auction, In 2010 we will still keeping with our choosen charity for 2009 which was the West Midlands County Air Ambulance

Join RICHARD HAYDON & GAVIN PEACHEY for the first games evening of 2010, with an evening of Pub Games including not but limited to: -

Cards,
Bingo,
Darts,
Jenga,
Scrabble,
Trivia Pursuits,
Monopoly,
Dominoes,

more games avaiable on the night

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (27 December) is The Plough at Monkspath (B90 4EP). Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat

Firstly SOLIHULL PLUS COMMITTEE wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

This Wednesday (23 December) we have a CHRISTMAS PARTY & KARAOKE.
Come along with your best or worst singing voice. Please come early so we
can pack as much in as possible.

On Christmas Eve (Thursday 24 December) we have a CHRISTMAS EVE DRINK at The
Red House, Hermitage Road. Please meet from 8:00pm onwards.

On Sunday (27 December) we have our annual CHRISTMAS RAMBLE.
More details will be available on Wednesday.

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (27 December) is The Plough at Monkspath (B90 4EP). Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat.

On Tuesday 29 December Greg Jones has invited you to a BIRTHDAY DRINK also at The Plough, Monkspath from 8:30pm

There is no group meeting Wednesday week (30 December).

The planned visit to The Clock on New Year’s Eve has fallen through. We are
open to suggestions on alternative venues.

On Saturday 16 January 2010 James is organising a visit to the PANTOMIME.
We will be see Sleeping Beauty at Birmingham Hippodrome starring Joe
Pasquale & Ray Quinn.

6 seats have been reserved. Please contact James as soon as possible to
purchase a ticket at £29.15.
See http://www.birminghamhippodrome.com/whatson_focus.asp?ShowId=1604 for further details.

The NATIONAL ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING is to be held this year on Saturday 20
February at The County Hotel, Walsall.
There are various options;

Option 1 is £55 which includes the conference, Saturday lunch, Saturday
dinner dance, accommodation (sharing) and breakfast.
Option 2 is £10 for just the conference (no lunch)
Option 3 is £15 for just the conference with lunch.

This is to be followed by a DINNER & MASQUREADE BALL.
The dinner dance is £20 or you can come to the disco only for £10.
Accommodation can be arranged for just £25 (sharing). Please do not book
directly with the hotel, this is a special rate.

Join Solihull PLUS for the first Ten Pin Bowling game of 2010

After 2009 when MARK HEWSON won the monthly competitions seven times will MARK be able to keep up his winning streak, so join Solihull as we play the real version of Ten Pin Bowling, this is not Bowling Buddies.

The New Year may be only six days old but a lot happened in the old year from MP'S Expenses Scandal to the singing talent of Susan Boyle & JEWARD, the health scares of Swine Flu, to the deaths of UK Service personnel Iraq and Afganistan.

On the domestic front the big story was the Economy and lack of jobs and also the MICHAEL JACKSON concerts that never was.

Can you remember who won X Factor or who won this year Big Brother, along questions on Sport, Films and a Music round by Mark Hewson of every UK no1 of 2009 and a round about SOLIHULL PLUS

What events did SOLIHULL PLUS attend and who won what PLUS competitions

MARK HEWSON WASH video is finally finished. It can be viewed at
http://www.plusgroups.org.uk/plus/national-activities/wash/2009/

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

Join Solihull Plus for the third post Christmas Ramble as with last year it is looking like it will be in the Stratford Upon Avon, and after the ramble the walkers will travel in to Stratford for a hot pub meal in the Stratford Upon Avon area.

Join the millions of visitors who return year after year to enjoy delicious German food, soak up the atmosphere and explore over 180 beautiful stalls in search of that perfect Christmas gift.

Join Solihull PLUS as we debate some of the hottest topics in the Country including

* JEWARD for Barnet PLUS disco

* JEWARD for WASH 27

* Does SOLIHULL need a Art Gallery

* Will Winters ever be warm

* Are you a Strictley Come Dancing or X-Factor person

Join Solihull for its traditional end of the year Christmas Party, this year event will include KARAOKE

Join Solihull members past and present as they welcome Christmas 2009 with a visit to The Redhouse Solihull traditional Xmas Pub.

Click to enlarge imageReturning triumphantly to the Hippodrome stage for the third time, following record-breaking runs in Jack and the Beanstalk and Peter Pan, the hilarious Joe Pasquale heads the cast of the country’s biggest pantomime as ‘Muddles’. One of the UK’s best-loved comedians and entertainers, Joe has hosted The Price is Right and guest-hosted The Paul O’Grady Show and has toured extensively across the UK to sell-out audiences in his solo show. Joe received his first big break by winning New Faces recorded at Birmingham Hippodrome in 1987.

Join the Solihull Plus members for a Christmas Pudding Party, with homemade christmas pudding

Let the parties start

Join Solihull Plus for the final Ten Pin Bowling event of the year, for the excitment of playing the real Ten Pin Bowling rather than Bowling Buddies on Facebook.

Can Mark Hewson defend his trophy.

Results of the November tournement
1st Mark Hewson 272
2nd Kathy Morris 262
3rd James Collins 253
4th Dave Parfitt 228
5th Paul Turner 210
6th Cherry Morgan 197
7th James Oliver 182
8th= James Foxall 176
8th= Richard Haydon 176
10th Gavin Peachey 164
11th Mariza Brown 150
12th Vicki Birch 119
13th Jenny Rowe 82

The league table of winners of the trophy for 2009 stands as following
Mark Hewson has won the trophy six time in 2009, Matt Bonar is Second with three times during 2009 with Dave Parfitt winning the trophy twice during 2009.

This Wednesday (2 December) we have a TV & FILM QUIZ with James.

This Friday (4 December) is a our monthly TEN PIN BOWLING at Acocks Green
Bowl, starting at 8:00pm. Places are limited so please contact Kathy if you would like to go.

This Saturday (5 December) Paul is organizing a visit to BROAD STREET.
More details will be available on Wednesday.

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (6 December) is The Farm at Monkspath (B90
4EH).Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat.

Next Tuesday (8 December) there is a GROUP PLANNING MEETING starting at
8:00pm. Further details will be available Wednesday. All members are welcome.
This is a change of date to the printed programme.

The Group’s CHRISTAMAS MEAL this year will be at The Arden Hotel, Bickenhill
on Saturday 12 December. Tickets are £33.50. There may be a couple of places left if you would still
like to go. Please let Richard know your menu choices for this Wednesday.
Dinner is served at 7:00pm and is followed by a disco until 1:30am.

The dates for BREAN 2010 have been announced so book your holidays now.
Friday 16 – Monday 19 April.

Also WASH next year is 5 – 8 November 2010.

CHANGES TO THE CURRENT PRINTED PROGRAMME

Mon 7 GPM moved to 8 Dec

Remember; if you have any articles or stories you would like published in
this newsletter please send them to plusnews@solihullplus.org.uk

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Joins this Wednesday as Solihull Plus countdown the festives to Christmas with a TV & Film Quiz

The ever popular 17th annual Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre starts this Thursday for 4 days and is set to be the best yet

http://www.worcester.gov.uk/uploads/RTEmagicC_christmas_fayre.jpg.jpg

The Fayre has spread out this year and for the first time includes an International area in the High Street as well as a local arts, craft producer’s market in Friar Street and a dedicated Food Quarter in Cornmarket. Over 100,000 people are expected to attend the event which provides a massive boost to the local economy.

Organisers VisitWorcester have also promised more live street entertainment than ever before with over 60 performances including choirs, dance, a variety of singers, samba band, roving stiltwalkers, morris dancing, plays and jugglers. Over 140 stalls will be selling gifts as far ranging as wooden ties to model steam boats which run on a candle and there are also stalls selling food and drink. Along with the aroma of roast chestnuts and the warmth of mulled wine there will be something for all ages and tastes.

VisitWorcester’s Events Co-ordinator Nadja von Dahlen said ‘we have worked hard to ensure that this year’s event is high in quality with brand new stalls and great quality products. With the stalls and entertainment being more spread out we hope that many locals as well as those coming from further afield will venture into the city and sample the fantastic atmosphere that the event generates.’

House of Fraser Store Manager, Clem Fraser added 'we do fantastically well as a result of the Victorian Christmas Fayre. It is a great opportunity to see Worcester at its finest and it helps to put the city on the map.'

The event runs on Thursday between 4pm and 9pm with the opening ceremony at 5.30 in Cornmarket, on Friday between 11am and 9pm, Saturday 10am until 7pm, and Sunday 11am until 5pm.

Congratulations to Matt Bonar & Jamie Woodbridge for coming 2nd and 3rd in
the Midland Area Pool Competition last weekend.

The winner was Pete Davies & 4th was Corinna Teale both from Sutton Coldfield group.

Please note that on Wednesdays, in order to encourage earlier arrivals,
admission will be only £1.50 if you arrive before 8:30pm, normal £2.00
thereafter.

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

This Wednesday (25 Novvember) we have a CALL IT ALL with Richard.

This Friday (27 November) the PUB OF THE MONTH is The Woodmans Rest in
Shirley (B90 3DB). Please meet from 8:00pm

This Saturday we have a visit to the WORCESTER VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS FAYRE.
Details will be available on Wednesday from Paul.
There is a news article at http://www.worcester.gov.uk/index.php?id=338&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=928

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (29 November) is The Spread Eagle, Acocks Green
(B27 6QT). Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat.

The Group’s CHRISTAMAS MEAL this year will be at The Arden Hotel, Bickenhill
on Saturday 12 December.Tickets are £33.50 and a £5 deposit is required THIS WEDNESDAY.
Dinner is served at 7:00pm and is followed by a disco until 1:30am.

The dates for BREAN 2010 have been announced so book your holidays now.
Friday 16 – Monday 19 April.

CHANGES TO THE CURRENT PRINTED PROGRAMME

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Joins us for the November 2009 regular monthly ten pin bowling game with defending October champion Matt Bonar

October 2009 results

1st Matt Bonar 304
2nd Mark Hewson 243
3rd Jamie Woodbridge 239
4th Kathy Morris 229
5th Dave Parfitt 214
6th Paul Turner 198
7th James Oliver 175
8th Mariza Brown 165
9th Mike Clarkson 160
10th Marian Clarkson 146
11th Jennifer Rowe 144
12th Richard Haydon 141
13th Mark Knight 138

Congratulations to our teams who finished 2nd and 12th in the WASH quiz.
My photos from WASH can be viewed at http://www.flickr.com/photos/markhewson/sets/72157622699704057/show/
A video will follow in the next couple of weeks hopefully.

Despite rumours to the contrary, WASH next year is definitely happening; 5th
to 8th November, so book your time off now.

Please note that on Wednesdays, in order to encourage earlier arrivals,
admission will be only £1.50 if you arrive before 8:30pm, normal £2.00
thereafter.

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

Tonight (Wednesday 18 November) we have a COUNTDOWN with James.

This Saturday (21 November) we have a CUISINE NIGHT being organized by James
at Waganama Japanese restaurant in Touchwood.
A menu is available at http://www.plusgroups.org.uk/plus/ma/solihull/Waganama_menu.pdf.
Details to be confirmed tonight.

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (22 November) is The Woodman’s Rest in Shirley
(B90 3DB). Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat.

On Sunday 22 November the MIDLAND AREA POOL COMPETITION takes place at The
Ball Room, Birmingham Road, Wylde Green B27 1YH.
Entry is £6.00 per person which includes food. Please contact James if you
would like to take part.
See http://www.plusgroups.org.uk/plus/ma/activities/pool/

The Group’s CHRISTAMAS MEAL this year will be at The Arden Hotel, Bickenhill
on Saturday 12 December. Tickets are £33.50 and a £5 deposit is required THIS WEDNESDAY.
Dinner is served at 7:00pm and is followed by a disco until 1:30am.

The dates for BREAN 2010 have been announced so book your holidays now.
Friday 16 – Monday 19 April.

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Here are the Ten Pin Bowling results from last Friday.

1st Mark Hewson 272
2nd Kathy Morris 262
3rd James Collins 253
4th Dave Parfitt 228
5th Paul Turner 210
6th Cherry Morgan 197
7th James Oliver 182
8th= James Foxall 176
8th= Richard Haydon 176
10th Gavin Peachey 164
11th Mariza Brown 150
12th Vicki Birch 119
13th Jenny Rowe 82

Please note that on Wednesday, in order to encourage earlier arrivals,
admission will be only £1.50 if you arrive before 8:30pm, normal £2.00
thereafter.

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

This Wednesday (11 November) we have a ANIMAL, MINERAL VEGETABLE with Kathy.
This is a change from the previously advertised activity.

This weekend is WASH.
The cost is £71.95 per person.
Details are at http://www.plusgroups.org.uk/plus/national-activities/wash/
We have one spare place if you would still like to go.

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (15 November) is The Heron’s, Nest (B93 0EE).
Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat.

On Sunday 22 November the MIDLAND AREA POOL COMPETITION takes place at The
Ball Room, Birmingham Road, Wylde Green B27 1YH.
Entry is £6.00 per person which includes food.
See http://www.plusgroups.org.uk/plus/ma/activities/pool/

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The Group’s CHRISTAMAS MEAL this year will be at The Arden Hotel, Bickenhill
on Saturday 12 December. Tickets are £33.50 and a £5 deposit is required THIS WEDNESDAY.
Dinner is served at 7:00pm and is followed by a disco until 1:30am.

The dates for BREAN 2010 have been announced so book your holidays now.
Friday 16 – Monday 19 April.

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Happy birthday this week to James Collins (Saturday).

Please note that on Wednesday, in order to encourage earlier arrivals,
admission will be only £1.50 if you arrive before 8:30pm, normal £2.00
thereafter.

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

Tonight (Tuesday 27 October) there is a PROGRAMME PLANNING MEETING to plan
our activities for January – March next year to be held at 17 Morris Close,
Acocks Green and starting at 8:00pm. All members are welcome.
This is a change from the date previously advertised.

This Wednesday (28 October) we have QUICK ON THE DRAW with James.

This Friday (30 October) is the PUB OF THE MONTH to be held at The Forest,
Dorridge from 8:00pm.

On Saturday (1 November) James is organising a guided GHOST CRUISE in
Stratford. Tickets are £11.00. Advance booking is required. See their website at
http://www.stratfordtownwalk.co.uk/index.php?id=48

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (1 November) is The Little Owl at Bickenhill
(B40 1QA).Please meet from 8:00pm for a friendly drink and a chat.

On Saturday 7 November we are organising a visit to see the ROCKY HORROR
SHOW at the Birmingham Hippodrome. Tickets are from £17.50 to £32.50 (probably plus booking fees). Please
contact Paul for further information.
See http://www.rockyhorror.co.uk/ &
http://www.birminghamhippodrome.com/whatson_focus.asp?showid=1614

On Sunday 22 November the MIDLAND AREA POOL COMPETITION takes place at The
Ball Room, Birmingham Road, Wylde Green B27 1YH.
Entry is £6.00 per person which includes food.
See http://www.plusgroups.org.uk/plus/ma/activities/pool/

WASH this year runs from Friday 13 – Monday 16 November.
The cost is £71.95 per person.
Details are at http://www.plusgroups.org.uk/plus/national-activities/wash/
We have one spare place if you would still like to go.

The Group’s CHRISTAMAS MEAL this year will be at The Arden Hotel, Bickenhill

Join Kathy Morris as Kathy organize for Solihull Plus a music quiz, so prepare to answer your favourite pieces of Music.

With the Autumn fast approaching please join Solihull Plus for a fun evening of indoor bowls.

Join James Oliver for the easy drawing Quick on the Draw, this is a fun game of drawing and witty comments,

Join Quiz master Richard Haydon this Wednesday for a fun and light hearted quiz as we discover all those embrassing baby photo's

29th Midland Area Conference & lunch will take place on this day, please come along to attend as either delegate or as a group observer.

Venue The Plough & Harrow Pub, Slade Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands. B75 5PF

Time The conference will meet at 12.30pm for a 1.00pm start.

Extra's

Midland Area will provide everyone who attends the conference will a lunch up to the value of £5.00.

Join us this Friday evening for Solihull Plus monthly Ten Pin bowling competition, as starting from last month competition trophies will be awarded to the winner member and a 'wooden spoon' to the member in last place.

Results from the September competition as follow.

1st Dave Parfitt 272

The NEAT Disco is now available to members not attending the full NEAT City Break

Come to Nottingham for the day, enter the National Pool competition (advance bookings only) or visit Nottingham Castle or the world famous Nottingham Goose Fair and round your day off with a friendly, fun Plus Disco.

Come and join us for our 5th anniversary NEAT Plus Party

The venue for Saturday night's Disco is the Comfort Inn Hotel, George Street. Nottingham NG1 3BP.

Personality D J Gary Jay as seen at Brean and SADY will be playing music for us on Saturday evening.

A Treasure Hunt round historic Nottingham will take place on Sunday, please contact Robert or Alison Jones, booking officer for availability etc.

Disco only £8.00 in advance (26 September is the deadline)
Disco only £10.00 on the door

Dinner/Dance £25.00 in advance only, please contact Robert or Alison Jones, booking officer for availability etc

Meal Menu
Rose of Honeydew Melon, Served with Forest Fruits and Mango Coulis
Supreme of Chicken served with a Mushroom and Herb Cream Sauce
Fresh Vegetables and Potatoes
Passion Fruit Bavarois with Raspberry Coulis, Filter Coffee and Mints
Vegetarian Option - TBC

National Pool Competition
Entry fee £5.00 in advance only, please contact Robert or Alison Jones, booking officer for availability etc

National Football (a bit late, but better than never)

We were a bit nervous at the start of the day as to who exactly would be attending the competition, but on arrival at Rivermead Leisure Centre I was pleased to see two teams ready and raring to go. Once settled some more players arrived wanting to play.

Happy Birthday next week to M B (14 September) and the following week to H G (22 September).

Here are the results from last Friday’s Ten Pin Bowling
1st Dave Parfitt 272
2nd James Oliver 237
3rd Kathy Morris 236
4th Mark Hewson 233
5th Caroline Woodbridge 225
6th Jenny Rowe 210
7th Paul Turner 205
8th Cherry Morgan 201
9th Luke Comerford 192
10th Gavin Peachey 189

Richard Haydon has set up an anonymous questionnaire for your views on the group. Please spare a few minutes of your time and answer the questions at:
http://www.eSurveysPro.com/Survey.aspx?id=e4dad15a-ce8a-438b-a464-3dbfce...

This Wednesday (2 September) we have OIL OF OLAY with Kathy.

The event consists of:

Last Sunday seven of us cycled around Carsington Water in the Peak District.
Further pictures can be seen at
http://www.flickr.com/photos/markhewson/sets/72157622139338200/show/

NEAT 2009 Nottingham - Come and join us for our 5th anniversary luxury City Break

The venue for both Friday night and Saturday night accommodation and the Saturday three course evening meal and Disco is the Comfort Inn Hotel.

See poster for prices.

Personality D J Gary Jay as seen at Brean and SADY will be playing music for us on Saturday evening.

On NEW YEAR’S EVE (Thursday 31 December) we are now going to celebrate the arrival of the New Year at The Plough, Monkspath (B90 4EP). Admission is free, no food is included but there is a 70’s disco (fancy dress optional). Please meet there from 8:00pm onwards

This Wednesday (19 August) we have BATTLE OF THE SEXES with Matt.

On Sunday 23 August we are planning to cycle The TISSINGTON TRAIL in The
Peak District. Bikes may be hired for £15 or you can take your own. Please contact Kathy if
you would like to go.

The SUNDAY PUB for this week (23 August) is The Black Boy, Chadwick End (B93

The Group’s CHRISTAMAS MEAL this year will be at The Arden Hotel, Bickenhill
on Saturday 12 December

Menu as follow

* * *

Winter Vegetable Soup
or
Duo of Melon Coconut Syrup
or
Coarse Chicken Liver Pate
with melba toast

* * *

Traditional Roast Turkey
with seasoning

After the success of last year's AGM the NEC have decided to return to the County Hotel in Walsall for the 2010 Annual Conference.

This is where we debate, decide & deliver policy on how we run this organisation known as "PLUS". Be a part of it and book your place as a delegate and represent your Group.

Don't worry if you aren't a delegate as you are welcome to attend as an observer and still get fully involved in the lively debate that takes place

To view the venue please click on www.countyhotelwalsall.co.uk

If debating isn't your thing then why not join us after the Conference for the Evening Dinner Dance followed by a Masquerade Ball and Entertainment (details to follow).

During the dinner we will also present the Awards and then it will be non-stop partying until midnight.

Have a look at the attached documents to view the packages available. There is something for everyone from the weekend package right down to just attending the disco in the evening. This will be an event not to be missed so get your booking in early.

Curry Night Join Solihull for its monthly curry night at a venue in Solihull.

Happy Birthday this week to Caroline Woodbridge (Sunday).

Here are the Ten Pin Bowling results from last Friday.
1st Mark Hewson 285
2nd Matt Bonar 266
3rd Dave Parfitt 254
4th Jamie Woodbridge 245
5th Kathy Morris 243
6th Paul Turner 208
7th James Oliver 189
8th Mariza Brown 158
9th Richard Haydon 152
10th Vicki Birch 121
11th Jenny Rowe 89

Join chef Richard Haydon and Mike Clarkson for Solihull annual summer BBQ, bring your own burgers, baps etc, Richard will supply the salad and the sauces, along with the stoves, for a night of cooking under the stars and socializing with your fellow Solihull Plus member.

Join Richard Haydon & James Oliver for the relaxing end to September 09 with an evening of Pub Games including not but limited to: -

Cards,
Bingo,
Darts,
Jenga,
Scrabble,
Trivia Pursuits,
Monopoly,
Dominoes,

more games avaiable on the night.

On the 2 September Kathy Morris will have a Oil of Olay The event consists of:

1. Brief talk on properties of Aloe Vera, “the Miracle Plant” and our natural products

Matt Bonar and Vicky Birch will be our quizmasters for tonight quiz, for a quiz with an difference.

James Oliver will be asking all Solihull Plus for their design skill as he ask them to make James a model of a famous Birmingham landmark

Join Emma Cartland as Solihull plus become budding Jamie Oliver's or Delia Smith's for the evening

We Will Rock You a musical based on the music of Queen at the Birmingham Hippodrome.

Cost of the tickets is £35.00

The performance is in the evening starting at 7.30pm and last for a duration of 2hrs 45 mins approx.

The story line of We Will Rock You is as follows: -

Joins on the 4th September 09 for the September 2009 Solihull Plus monthly ten pin bowling competition.

Usual details as follow

Venue is Acock Green Bowl
20 Westley Road
Acock Green

Time is 8.00pm

Cost is £8.80 with out your own shoes or £7.80 with your own bowling shoes

August Winners as follow

Join Gavin Peachey and Mark Hewson for the classic strategy game Battleships with the various team trying to sink each other battleships

Join Kathy Morris & Matt Bonar it the final quiz between males and females members of Solihull to see which of sexes will be stronger on the night

Acock Green Bowl
Joins this July for Solihull Plus monthly Ten Pin Bowling competition, can you beat Matt Bonar June 09 winner

1st Matt Bonar 327
2nd Mark Hewson 287
3rd Dave Parfitt 286
4th Kathy Morris 227
5th Gavin Peachey 188
6th Paul Turner 187
7th James Oliver 172
8th Mark Knight 154

August Ten Pin Bowling competition

Usual details

Venue Star Lane Bowls

Westley Road

Time 8.00pm.

Cost is either £8.80 without shoes or £7.80 with your own shoes

1st Matt Bonar 314
2nd Mark Hewson 277
3rd Dave Parfitt 265
4th Caroline Woodbridge 258
5th Paul Turner 247
6th= Kathy Morris 237
6th= James Oliver 237
8th James Collins 220

Quiz Joins on Wednesday for the sneakiness quiz in Plus, when each team will be given a round of answers it will then be up to the others teams to guess which teams have which answers

Following on from an amazing 25th birthday party celebration in 2008, we look forward to seeing you all again in 2009 for another fun packed weekend in Hunstanton, Norfolk.

What Do You Get?

3 nights top notch accommodation
Resident DJ - 3 nights
3 nights of live evening entertainment
Daytime activities including Quiz, Aqua Line Dancing, Laser Clay Pigeon Shooting, Karaoke
Fancy dress theme night(s)

Plus the company of friends and fellow members!

On-site facilities include:

Restaurant
Swimming Pool/jacuzzi/sauna
Gym (extra charge)
Golf (extra charge)

Ths is a "members-only" event. Price is £71.95, but a £5 per person surcharge will be made for 4 berth lodge accommodation - please contact us if you wish to book lower quality 4 berth accommodation at the reduced price, or if you are willing to share an 8 berth lodge with another group.

Start practising. Get your cheerleaders ready. Reading Group invite you to the best event of the year. Come on all challengers, get your group together, make a team, and prove your stamina and skill.

Sunday 5 July 2009
Rivermead Leisure Centre, Reading

Start time 2:00pm to register
Playing time 2:30 – 6:30pm

Cost: £7:00 members only

Join us for the 28th Midland Area Conference and lunch for delegates and observers and AEC presnet

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Joins this Mayday for Solihull Plus group regular monthly Ten Pin Bowling competition.

Details as follow

Time: - 8.00pm

Venue: - Star Lane Bowls aka Acocks Green Bowl

Defending April Ten Pin Bowling Champion: - Mark Hewson

April 2009 Results
1st Mark Hewson 263

Join us this Saturday for a night of betting, as Solihull goes to the Dogs for Greyhound Racing at Hall Green Dog's track

Meet at the main gates from 6.45pm

The first race is from 7.20pm for a night of fun and entertainment.

National RoundersThe popular National Rounders is back again, once again coinciding with the Kings Lynn Midsummer Mini Break.

Taking place at the Walk in Kings Lynn on the Saturday afternoon - leaving you with enough time to get back to the venue for the Barbecue and Disco!

Happy Birthday this week to Dave Parfitt (Monday).

Here are the bowling scores from last Friday.

1st Mark Hewson 263
2nd Dave Parfitt 242
3rd Matt Bonar 234
4th Cherry Morgan 222
5th Gavin Peachey 211
6th James Oliver 208
7th Paul Turner 206
8th Kathy Morris 205
9th Caroline Woodbridge 197
10th James Foxall 191
11th Rob Elwell 110

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

Join us for a meal at 'Around the World in 80 Dishes' where there's something to suit everyone. We plan to eat at 7.30pm so there's time for pre/post drinks if you so desire! There is a bar and a dance floor to continue the night after eating.

Here we are with the traditional photo on the last morning of Brean 2009. More photos can be seen at flickr and also on Facebook.

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

This Wednesday (25 March) we have had to postpone the previously advertised activity. Richard is organising a GENERAL KNOWLEDGE QUIZ instead.

Deal or No DealJoin this Wednesday when James "Noel" Oliver presents Deal or No Deal aka Beer or No Beer, the fun starts from 8.45pm onwards.

Happy Birthday this week to Alan Burke (Monday), Emma Cartland (Tuesday) and Vicki Birch (Sunday).

James though you all might be interested in a short documentary film
narrated by Telly Savalas about Birmingham circa 1981.
Click here http://www.baimfilms.com/clips/telly-savalas-looks-at-birmingham/
to view. Well worth a look.

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

Now Get Out Of That! A National Plus Holiday over a weekend.

Gazette

February 2009

This National Gazette has been prepared by Francis Wallington and John A Smith to inform members of the decisions and happenings leading to and during the 3rd Annual General Meeting (68th Annual National Conference) held on 21st February 2009 at the County Hotel, Birmingham Road, Walsall.

People and Elections

The following persons were elected;

SOLIHULL PLUS NEWS

9 MARCH 2009

Here are the Ten Pin Bowling results from last Friday

1st Dave Parfitt 296
2nd Mark Hewson 256
3rd Jamie Woodbridge 232
4th Kathy Morris 218
5th James Oliver 210
6th Gavin Peachey 190
7th Richard Haydon 176
8th Paul Turner 174
9th Mark Knight 152
10th Vicky Birch 127

This Wednesday (4 March) we have a SNIFF, LICK & PROD with Richard.

This Friday (6 March) is our monthly TEN PIN BOWLING at Acocks Green Bowl
starting at 8:00pm. Places are limited, so please contact Kathy if you would like to take part.

The NATIONAL BADMINTON COMPETITION is to be held this Saturday (7 March) in
Maidenhead. Full details are at

Attention all Ten Pin Bowling fans, join us on Friday 6th March 2009 for Solihull Monthly Ten Pin Bowling game.

Details as usual;

2 Games for £8.80 including door fee, shoe hire or bring your own, for two fun action pack game's in the company of your fellow Plussers.

Chocolate,

Join us this Saturday for a visit to the home of Chocolate in the UK - Cadbury World for a fun day of chocolate magic, just brillant now Lent has started.

Meet at Sharman Cross Pub at 10.00am then we make out way over to Cadbury World site in Bournville.

www.cadburyworld.co.uk

Last weekend we had the 2009 National Annual General Meeting in Walsall.

3 new National Officers were elected;
National Chairman – Adrian Barnard,
National Finance Officer – Mark Harrington and
National Publications Officer – John Smith.

Hope you all can come to our skittles evening for fun and prizes this Thursday as Sutton Colfield plus hold a Beer and Skittles evening.

Join Emma Cartland and Heather Garner for the Best Soap Quiz Ever,

With questions about Eastenders, Coronation Street, Emmerdale, Neighbours, Home & Away and The Young and the Restless from the US among the soaps to feature.

Happy birthday this week to Jamie Woodbridge (Wednesday).

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

This Wednesday (18 February) we have INDOOR ROUNDERS with James.
http://www.plusgroups.org.uk/a/event/indoorrounder

This Saturday (21 February) is the NATIONAL ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING at The
County Hotel, Walsall. The full package which includes, meals, accommodation and entertainment is

Joins this Wednesday for a light hearted game of rounders, which because it is February will be held indoors at the back room of the venue which Solihull uses, their will be a prize for the winning team
Teams of four max

Here are the bowling results from last Friday

1st Mark Hewson 307
2nd Dave Parfitt 276
3rd Caroline Woodbridge 250
4th Kieran Oakes 244
5th James Collins 241
6th Kathy Morris 224
7th Cherry Morgan 204
8th James Oliver 193
9th Paul Turner 182
10th Gavin Peachey 175
11th Mark Knight 168
12th Mike Clarkson 162

The best value weekend event in the Plus calendar! Come for the weekend (camp 1 or 2 nights), or just the BBQ and Disco on the Saturday afternoon/evening. Being held at Tottenhill & Wormegay Village Hall, just off the A10 at Tottenhill nr Kings Lynn

After an unexpected break of a few months Leamington Spa is about to re-open it's doors to one of the newest groups in the Plus family. Having had an extended break there is now interest to re-vitalise the group, and if you are looking to make new friends then why not come along.

The new Midland Area Committee was elected last Sunday. They are;
Chairman – Erica Knight
Treasurer – Corinna Teale
Administrator & Web Content Moderator – James Oliver
Publicity Officer – Adam Redshaw
Membership Officer – Mark Hewson

PLEASE NOTE:- BREAN DEPOSITS ARE DUE THIS WEDNESDAY

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

We know that this is the event you have been waiting for and finally it is here.. Especially organised for you - courtesy of your own area!

On Wednesday 28th January 2009 Solihull Plus group will elect a new committee to serve the group from the 1st March 2009 to 28th February 2010. The following positions will be up for election:

Chairman
Administrator
Treasurer
Activities Coordinator
Publicity Officer
General Committee Members x 5

Joins this Wednesday for the wackiest race in Plus as Dick Dastley and Muttly race Ten other people for the title of the world Wackiest Racer.

Races to played include the following

Why Oh Why Wyoming
Beat the Clock to Yellow Rock
Mish-Mash Missouri Dash
Baja-Ha-Ha Race
Real Gone Ape
Scout scatter
Free Wheeling to Wheeling
The Zippy-Mississippi Race
Traffic Jambalaya

We're going to have our annual shuttle hit competition again and we would like you* all to be there!

Mixed Doubles, Male and Female Singles competitions will be battling for trophy and honour again this year.

Badminton Registration 2pm and play between 2.30pm - 6.30pm.

Calling all budding Robin Hood's!

Are you looking for some practice before you fight the Sheriff of Nottingham?
If you answer is yes, then join us on Sunday 12th July for Midland Area annual Archery competition which is open to all members of Plus (not just Midland area members).

On Sunday 17th May join us for Midland Area annual attempt to play some Pitch n Putt Golf.

Details to be confirmed nearer the date and are likely to change slightly nearer the date, so please come back here to check :)

Solihull Plus group taking from a leaf of Midland Area very successful Pudding Party, Solihull Plus will be doing a Pudding evening on Wednesday 11th March 2009 at Solihull venue.

All members will invited to contribute puddings which will available to sample and eat on the night.

The Sport of Disc Golf

Its the first Friday of month, so join us at the Star Lane Bowls in Acock Green for our regular monthly Bowling Competition.

This is the real event, no vitual facebook game of bowling buddies, but an actual game of bruises and winning.

Can you beat the January champion Mark Hewson?

This is a quick story on what happened in Corfu which I saw. Though I went with 16 people I only really saw them at night. With 16 people you expect stormy situations could occur but I was lucky to be with 16 fantastic people. There were other storms though – Go Greece Lightning

Day 1

Robin Hood and his band of Merry Men

Joins on Sunday 29th March for Midland Area Plus annual Ten Pin Bowling Competition.

Played over two games at Acocks Green Bowl in Acock Green, which is the venue of Solihull Monthly ten Pin Bowling competition.

Venue Acock Green Bowl

Location Westly Road, Birmingham, Acock Green, Birmingham

26th Midland Area Conference and Lunch

Date 25th January 2008

Venue: The Plough & Harrow

Cost: £0.00

Its your chance to quiz the AEC and ask them what is happening the world of Plus, the chance to get things change.

Midland Area annual competition of skill and sweat will be starting off with the Midland Area Badminton Competition.

Start the New Year with one resolution to keep to be more healthy if only for one month :)

Details of the 2009 event are as follows:

Venue: Oak park Leisure Centre, Walsall Wood

It's the first Friday on the month, so joins us down at Acock Green Bowl for our regular Monthly Ten Pin Bowling Competition.

Played over two games, this is the real McCoy, no bowling buddies here!

Can you beat Jamie Woodbridge?

Join us on Wednesday the 3rd December 2008 for a Now Music Quiz, based on the popular compilations series.

Are you able to tell your X Factor from your pop idols?

Or can you tell the difference between U2 and Rick Ashley?

Are you a fan of the Sugarbabes or are Girls Aloud more your taste?

Join us this Wednesday when Kathy Morris does a Five Senses Quiz

Touch
Taste
See
Sound
Feel

WASH is over for another year and was fantastic. Apart from the usual live music and discos, other activities were ballroom dancing, aqua line dancing, casino afternoon, laser clay pigeon shooting and the infamous WASH quiz.
We entered three teams into the quiz and came 9th, 10th= and 19th.

This is us all getting dressed up for the casino.

WHAT'S ON WITH SOLIHULL PLUS

We’re Back for our FIFTH Year !!!

Join in the Fun at Dalesbridge, Yorkshire again.

This year you will get a BBQ with Bucking Bronco, Resident DJ Gary Jay, Ramble and Real Ale Trip, Friday and Saturday Night Entertainment.

Contact us for more information and you can always have a look here.

Back for another year - Brean 2009.

Lots of whoa you would expect and same new stuff.

Being held in March this year so thought best to give you as much warning as possible so you can get your holiday booked and save up your drinking money!

Corfu Holiday

What! I hear you shout, the Plus holiday of course!

Don't miss out of seven days of fun, drinking and sunbathing.

Destination 2009 is Tenerife.

Booking Form attached below and if interested you can always contact us!

Have your say in how your area is run!

Food up to the value of approximately £5.00 will be available to all delegates and Area Executive Council and Midland Area Observers.

See you there!

The Results of this Years Midland Area Archery Competition

(Highest Point Scoring Team Wins)

Sutton Coldfield

* Corinna Teale 80
* Richard Teale 118
* John Douglas 33
* Lisa Ward 113

Total 344

Scratch Team

* Chris Hayter 103
* Mark Hewson 125

Rounders 2008 Winners

Thanks to everyone who took part in the National Rounders, which was
held in Kings Lynn on Saturday afternoon.

It was a very closely fought competition, with the winning team coming
from behind in the first innings to snatch victory by only one and a

One of the UK’s top outdoor events and the largest show of its type in Europe celebrates its 30th anniversary this year.

Yes folks it that time of the year when the groups can ask questions about
what is happening in the Midland Area.

Attendee’s will be the AEC, Midland Area groups delegates, and observers and
guests.

Items to discussed National items, Brean 2009, SADY and area events and

This weekend saw the trip to SADY, the alleged start time would be 10:30am, that would be around the time our Reading Group contingent set out to get to me, Fareham appeared ahead of time. 11:15am we set off to start the remaining pick up round in the PLUS bus. Packed to the gunnels we departed Oxford about 11:55am and set course for an uneventful trip to North Yorkshire.

Please see the attached files for the outcomes of the National Focus Day.

What will
have under the
for you this year?

Will it be lots of
or just a
or two?

Join us for a Sweet Feast!

You will get a Light Evening Salad with Salmon or Ham or Quiche then tuck into 12 Puddings!!!

If You Can………….Yummy, Yummy!!

Our National Annual General Meeting where various topics are discussed and decided upon.

National officers are also elected and National Awards to be won!

Make sure you have your nominations in on time, so we can all vote for you :)

Package Details
Full 1 Night Package @ £50.00 includes;

Prizes for the winning team and highest Male and Female score!

Badminton Poster

MeetingCome along to our Area Conference and Have Your Say!

Lunch included for all delegates.

2 Delegates per group requested.

!One of the best weekends the Federation has to offer in its 25th year!

Weekend Away At Sunny Hunstanton (WASH)

Mr MethaneWhat Do You Get?

3 nights accommodation
3 nights of discos
3 nights of live bands
Quiz
Comedy Show
Aqua aerobics
Clay pigeon shoot
Karaoke

FireworksPlus the company of friends and fellow members!

On Site Facilities include:

Fast Food Court
Restaurant
Supermarket
Swimming Pool
Gym
Golf

SearlesAnd all for the bargain price of £69.95pp (£5pp supplement for 4 berth caravans).

Deposit (£20pp) Deadline : 20th of July
Balance Due Date : 26th of September

"As this is a reunion, and a time to look back at the fun we've had over the last 24 years of WASH, I am trying to put together a "WASH Memories" board, with photos, and written memories. If anyone has anything they could contribute I would be grateful, either email me, or bring stuff during the event - I (hopefully) will have scanning capabilities if anyone has original photos they don't want to part with. This is something I can't do without help because obviously I am far to young to have photos of some of the earlier events!

Oh, and just a warning - if I don't get any contributions, I do have photos of "Adam and Eve", and I'm not afraid to use them......lol! !

Looking forward to it - not long to go now - see you there.

Christine T"

Click here for more information about WASH.

http://www.kingslynnplus.org.uk/wash-order.htm

Join us for a luxury weekend away in the gorgeous city of York featuring:

National Pool Competition
Saturday Night Hotel Stay
Sit Down 3 Course Dinner with Live Band through the Evening
Relaxing Treasure Hunt around the National Railway Museum

2008 Committee

Camping

Kings Lynn Plus are pleased to invite you to their Mid-Summer Party over the weekend of 18th to 20th July 2008, at the Tottenhill & Wormegay Village Hall, just outside King’s Lynn off the A10.

Tattershall CastleYour team will consists of a minimum of four people and you have quite a few hours to get all the hunting done! Be back on time though - you don't want to miss marking the answers, presentations and prizes!

Meeting Where all Area Chairmen meet to talk about Plus!

5 a sideAnother one of those fantastic competitions!

Have your 5 a side team ready to play some footie or sign up for a scrap team (made up on the day).

More info will follow!

There will be a meal afterwards.

We would like to invite you all to the NATIONAL PAINTBALL 2008, which is taking place on Saturday 26th July in Abridge, Essex.

The site - Mayhem Paintball - is one of the largest and most popular paintball sites in the country, and is close to both the M11 and M25. For those coming by public transport, Mayhem runs a free mini-bus for participants between the site and THEYDON BOIS tube station (Central Line).

The event starts 9.15 for 9.45am, and is expected to continue until 4pm. There will be at least 8 games. Participants will be supplied with overalls + safety mask, gun, gas and first 600 pellets. In addition, female participants will be supplied with chest & back protectors.

The same evening we will be holding a disco from 8pm - 12 midnight at THE CHERRY TREE Pub, with music provided by DJ MARK HAWKINS.

The cost for the whole day is £45 per person (members only). The Disco on its own is £5 per person, or FREE to those who have already paid for the Paintball.

Owing to the fact that the site asks for bookings in advance, we will be requiring full balances by SATURDAY 5TH JULY (we will be at the National Treasure Hunt that day to collect bookings in person!).

The National Rounders is back again! This proved to be a popular event last year, and was won by a team comprising Coventry Plus members. It is being held on Saturday 19th July 2008, 1.30pm, at The Walk, Tennyson Road, Kings Lynn.

Fourth time running this year - SADY is here to stay!

For those of you that wish to partake in an excellent, enjoyable, do as you please type of weekend then SADY 2008 is for you.

Cost is £42.00 per person and for this you get;

* 3 nights camping

* Disco with Gary J (BREAN DJ) for all 3 nights in the venue

Results:
1st Jamie Woodbridge (Solihull Plus)
2nd Mark Randall (Bradford Quest)
3rd Matt Riley (Sheffield Plus)
4th Caroline Woodbridge (Solihull Plus)
5th Dave Filer (Coventry Plus)
6th Robert Jones (Bradford Plus)
7th Mike Coles
8th= John A Smith (Huddersfield Plus)
8th= Geoff Roberts (National Hoinorary Lift Member)
10th James Utting (Sheffield Plus)

National Pool Competition

Held at The Elbow Room

1st Jamie Woodbridge (Solihull)
2nd Dave Filer (Coventry)
3rd Pete Mann (Coventry)
4th Mark Harrington (Coventry)

Saturday Entertainment

Dinner

There will be a choice of food from an Italian Theme, with no need to pre-order!!

Awards

The Awards Ceremony will take place after Dinner on the Saturday Night. Get your nominations in for the PRESIDENT'S, RECRUITMENT, BEST GROUP, CHARITY, GOLD TRAIL and the NORBURY TROPHY. Trophy details and entry forms.

Casino

This is a cracking value mad-weekend of activities in Milton Keynes.

Four mad events in two days including:
- ski, snowboard or rock climb (or learning to)
- indoor sky-diving
- Outdoor karting
- Bowling

Skiing is on Milton Keynes real snow indoor slope called Sno!zone, boot, ski and pole hire is included, so all you need to gloves and some warm clothes. www.snozoneuk.com

3 nights accommodation in 6 or 8 berth of high quality, warm static caravans.

Day and night time entertainment plus activities, use of swimming pool, Fun Fair and other facilities.

Top DJ, Bands, Real Ale Trip (extra cost), 'Beer or No Beer', Karaoke plus much more...

Theme of the weekend is MURDER!

3 Nights of Fun and Frolics, so book early, book NOW!

Brean there.....done that....

Well what can I say - had simply the best time at Brean again this year. Why am I so late writing this? because I've only just been woken up by the phone from a deep sleep - well deserved I think as I only just get my 8 hours sleep over the weekend (and thats over the whole weekend, not one night!!)

Distinct lack of caravan party on Saturday night, but we improvised, although sitting drinking tea is a touch more civilised than I am
used to.....!!!

Thought the murder mystery was excellent - although slightly nerve-racking for me! The script called for me to be holding a glass of
whisky which I usually don't drink, but it seemed to evaporate faster than it should under those stage lights!!!

Best/most memorable bits? Finally seeing people I haven't seen for sooooo long, singing at the caravan parties on Friday and Sunday (probably badly), murder mystery, Bishops Stortford's club's hospitality to a late-booker, cooking chilli for everyone on Friday night, crispy pizza on Saturday night! Someone, who shall remain nameless, managing to (accidentally apparently) pour baileys down the back of my skirt on Sunday night - and I still can't quite believe you actually finished drinking the bottle with breakfast on Monday - shame on you!

And to think, I nearly didn't go this year.....won' t make that mistake again!

The National Annual General Meeting which is open to all Plus clubs and members of Plus is to be held on Saturday 23rd February 2008 in Coventry at The Falstaff Hotel, Warwick Road.

The evening will include a dinner dance and live entertainment

The Sunday is a workshop style day including the World Cafe and the Fish Philosophy.

This is a annual event for South Bucks and open to ALL Plus members.

Trophies for the Winners!!!

Magnet Leisure Centre, Maidenhead.
Start Time: 1:30pm to register Playing Time: 2:00 - 6:00pm
Entrance Fee for Badminton: £7 per person to play (members only)

Evening Buffet / Party Night from 7pm: £8 Members, £9 non members at The Rose, 16 King St, Maidenhead SL6 1EF map

WASH 2007

Airkix

The Mad Weekend is an action packed weekend of events. With four events in two days packed with fun, laughter and adrenalin and an included hotel stay it's a great value weekend.

This year we have the following events:

- BodyFlying
- Outdoor Karting
- Skiing Snowboarding or RockClimbing

March 1977 - Solihull Plus opens at the Golden Lion, Warwick Road, Solihull by a development committee from Castle Bromwich 18 Plus. Les Ross of BRMB was the celebrity guest. The first night was so successful that it was quickly apparent that a larger venue was required.