Greetings from your President

Another year has flown by. Huge thanks to Terry Maunsell for leading us through hard Covid times and then growing our numbers back towards pre-2020 levels. Our directors, Nicoleta and Nick have played a very significant role, much also behind the scenes, working tirelessly and at some personal sacrifice, to see us through Covid. Major thanks to them. We have an exciting year ahead: • More social events and some special celebrations • Lots of bridge events • Some new ideas • Listening to members’ wishes • Lots of enjoyment together! The espresso machine has been well received and will continue before each afternoon session on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, from 12.15 to 12.45pm. It also provides tea. Come relax and schmooze before a tough game at the bridge table. Thanks for the great idea, Nicoleta. 2023 will also end with the retirement of our longtime and hardworking Newsletter editor, Thomas Karsai. His dedicated work over many years, including compiling our member’s booklet (which he has resurrected recently) is very much appreciated. Many thanks, Thomas. Our first celebration next year will be our Welcome to 2024 Party! on Wednesday 24 January at 4.00pm. Hope to see many of you there, including Monday and Tuesday players and Monday night players. All members very welcome! Wishing you and your families the compliments of the season and a healthy and gentle 2024. See you at the bridge table! Ted Popper