b'Lawn Bowling(continued from page 25 ) Reach St., has planned a trio of Open House dates in our facility.And because socializing is an important parthopes of introducing potential new members to its game: of the Club, fresh faces are always welcome.More mem- Wednesday May 15 between 5 and 8 p.m., and Saturday bership also means we caneld tournament teams whileMay 18 and 25, both days between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. the Club as a whole continues to prosper. The focus, Brian says, will be on making newcomers feel Youth, representing the future health of the organiza- welcome.tion, are especially important, he says. Theyll have a chance to meet existing members and Youth programs are very popular in some communi- talk to them about the Club and the game.Well alsot tiesLindsay, for example, has aourishing youth pro- them for a balltheyre not all the same size and weight, gram.Here in Port Perry, weve urged current membersand you need one thatllt properly in your hand.to introduce their children or grandchildren to the game. As well, well o er coaching for beginners.But in my experience, new people quickly discover that its a fun game thats easy to learn.Easy to learn, yet dicult to master: the perfect recipe for a game which can last a lifetime and never get tired. Brian Mark, President, standing with bowl in hand, waiting his We invite everyone to come learn. shot after Bill Minors takes his shot. And the lengthy history of lawn bowling suggests that that has been the case of centuries of participants, as well Participation is inexpensive. But normally, teams are drawn at random.That givesas the future of the sport.Three hundred dollars will buy a set of balls, andyou a chance to meet all the other members, and get toBy Scott Mercer, Focus on Scugogmembershipsonly$150annually. Andonlyhalfthatplay with everyone.Its a very social environment, and price for new members. Id say its a small part of this communitys social fabric.Thelawnbowlingseason,notsurprisingly,runsThe Club displayed one aspect of its community spirit through the warmer months, from late May until the endinforminganalliancewiththeDurhamAlzheimers of September.While Brian suggests that most players,Society last summer.and the Clubs leagues, are recreational, more competi- We set up a morning every week for patients to use tive outlets are also available. the facility with their caregivers. It was very successful Wednesdaymornings,membersformtheirownforthesamereasonstheClubremainspopularwith teams and make challenges to others who want a moremembers: social interaction, fresh air, and exercise.Easy way to carry your bowls. competitive game.And of course, we hold tournaments.The Club, located on Old Simcoe Rd. just north of Jason McCoy has 3 reasons to HIT THE ROAD AND DRIVE! Get CheckedHow many reasons do you have? Jamie Bryce JasonA VEHICLE AWARD FOR EVERY LIFESTYLEWINNING Make it yours.SALES See our full lineup.AWARD Rod Jim MarkWINNINGSERVICEJASON MCCOYJason McCoy of the Road HammersNATIONAL AMBASSADOR Hours: treasures his beautiful family of 3! TELUS RIDE FOR DAD Monday to Thursday: 8-8 Photo: Mike GuilbaultFriday: 8-6Saturday & Sunday: 8-4Fight prostate cancer. TAYLOR FORD Find it early. Treat it early. Live.To join the 2019 Durham & GTE TELUS Motorcycle Ride For Dad 1565 Hwy. 7A, Port Perry(Beside Walmart) on Saturday, June 8, or to donate to the fight against 905-985-3655www.taylorfordsales.com prostate cancer, visit RideForDad.ca/Durham.26 FOCUS - MAY 2019'