Good afternoon! Or perhaps great afternoon is more appropriate? The sun is shining, my belly (and my heart) are nicely full thanks to Connect and Sheryl’s delectable home-made pies, and I’m working to the delightful sounds of the extremely talented opera singers rehearsing in the hall. Could life get any better? Surely not!
It feels like the ideas and dreams we shared a few months ago at our family gathering are coming to life with each day. Freeze Frame Opera start their rehearsals in the hall next week, there’s a wedding in the chapel next Friday, a documentary being filmed next month, and the delightful Lucinda Marley in concert next Saturday!
The Lucinda Marley Quartet: Saturday 20th April, 7.30pm
Embark on a captivating journey as Lucinda weaves personal narratives and melodious tales into a mesmerising performance. Lucinda's repertoire, comprising original compositions and soulful arrangements, delves into emotional themes of love, loss, and hope. Prepare to be enchanted by songs from revered artists such as Kristin Berardi, Norah Jones, and Ella Fitzgerald, reimagined in Lucinda's unique style. Accompanying Lucinda are Perth's finest musicians: Harry Mitchell on piano, Alistair Peel on double-bass, and Ben Vanderwal on drums. Together, they'll grace the stage and transport you to a world of musical enchantment.
Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening of musical brilliance! Tickets are $30 and can be purchased here or by speaking with Keaton.
Fancy a trip down south?
Well get yourself to this Sunday’s service where our esteemed auctioneer, Barry Ryall, will be banging the gavel on not one, but two nights at the charming Fernlea Cottage in Dwellingup. Generously donated by Barry & Sheryl, the highest bidder will be treated to a relaxing and peaceful stay in the self-contained, fully equipped, three bedroom cottage overlooking the State Forrest. Spend your days soaking up the sunshine in the cottage’s impressive garden, or taking in the sights and sounds of the great Australian bush on the many nearby walking tracks. Those seeking adventure can take on canoeing and white-water rafting in the Murray River, followed by a well-deserved class of Riesling from the local wineries. By golly, I think I’ve just convinced myself to put a bid in! Dates can be negotiated with Barry and Sheryl and anyone unable to make it this Sunday can send a silent bid to myself or Barry.
Golfing for a good course
The inaugural Dalkeith Road Golf Tournament was a hit! Contenders paired up and enjoyed an afternoon of friendly competition and light-hearted banter as they swung and putted around the Claremont Golf Club. Congratulations to the Putting Pastors, Grant & Barry who took home first prize, 2 x $100 vouchers for dinner at the Claremont Golf Club! All the proceeds from this fabulous fundraiser go toward air-conditioning in the hall. Thank you to Susan for arranging a lovely afternoon and for sponsoring the drinks and nibbles.
Aging well in the City of Nedlands
Are you over 55 and interested in sharing your views with the City of Nedlands? The city have released a survey seeking feedback on how they can support those over 55 and living or spending time in the city of Nedlands. It’s an online survey which you can access by clicking this link. If you’d like some assistance accessing the survey, I can help!
Well then, I started writing this on Thursday afternoon and it's now Friday evening so I best be off, there is tea to brew and feet to put up! Don't fret, I haven't been at this for a full 28 hours...such is the life of a flexibly working, part-time newsletter writer, full time lover of this blossoming community we get to be part of.
Sending love your way,
Simmone