Marketeers Carnival Club

Chairman: Steve Wright Captain: Matt Knapp Treasurer: Ian Barber Secretary: Alan Windsor

Hello, sorry for the delay between issues, I’m sure you have missed your monthly (ish) update of all things in the wonderful world of Marketeers.

The last time, I wrote to you about the trips to Portugal for Jones Stag weekend, and the highly enjoyable Old Folks Show.

Since then Jones has been married on Las Vegas on the Bridge of the Starship Enterprise (as featured in the Bridgwater Mercury. And no, that wasn’t Jones on the front page with his new bride) and he was followed into deep space, by Chunk, Gadger, Neil Underwood, Steve Wright, Horney and their respective partners (anything to get out of a cabaret?!?) . Jones also had a blessing in Bridgwater and had a huge party for everyone at the Town Hall.

In April the Club took part in their annual sponsored Bike Ride. Kenny Rogers was the first casualty of the day, when the Gears on his brand new Bike failed. On the spot maintenance from Richard Radford has left Kennys bike with only 1 of the 18 gears usable. Alan Windsor was the next unfortunate member of our throng. When his attempt at ‘Wheeling’ up the kerb left his bike in pieces, ever the trooper though he swapped bikes with Gadger and made it to the end, whilst Gadger gallantly rode Alan’s Bike back to the safety of the Old Market. Well done Phil.

May Saw the Cabaret come and go, and also the latest instalment of the VP’s quiz. This was hosted by Gary Chidgey and thoroughly enjoyed by all. The eventual winners were once again, Alan Windsor, Matt Knapp, Mark Webber and Neal Tucker. The Brokeback Mountain boys reigned supreme again (albeit by 1 point).

As I’m sure you are all aware, the World Cup Finals began in June and England were strongly fancied to go all the way. The fleet footed skills on display at said world cup have been beyond compare. That is of course until you come to a Marketeers Carnival concert rehearsal, with a regular game of piggy-in-the-middle or one-bounce, taking place before every rehearsal, it is easy to see where Sven went wrong. Unfortunately the usual footy geniuses who grace us with their presence (namely Kevin groves and Paul ‘Dingle’ Radford) are not on stage this year, but we have recruited some more talent that is bound to keep us entertained over the summer and autumn months.

July has begun and before you know it, will surely be over. Therefore I hope you all have a very enjoyable month and if you off on your hols, have a great time and don’t forget the postcard.

Quizmania - The next VP quiz is being held Friday 28th July in The Blake Arms Hotel this is a very enjoyable night and earns some good money for the club, the current holders of the Quiz Championship once again are Alan Windsor, Matthew Knapp, Mark Webber and Neal Tucker. Who, this time will be hosting the quiz!!! Why not come along and see if you can test your knowledge against the Champs.
Attention VP’s – The next meeting of the Vice Presidents Association will be held at the Halfway Inn on Monday 31-7-06 at 8pm.
Jolly Boys on Tour - With one Stag Weekend just finished another one is already being planned. Club Captain Matt Knapp and Stacey Elson are planning to get married in the June of 2007. And as tradition states, Matt will be having a weekend away with the boys. Forms are now available from Matt, Alan W and a £30deposit will be required by 31-12-06.
Congratulations - To Kenny and Nicki Rogers who have recently been blessed with a 3rd Child, a little boy that they have named Charlie! Congrats and best wishes from all of us to you both!
Some More Congratulations - VP Claire Pemberton who has recently had a delivery from the stork. A little girl who has been named Dylan. Again best wishes from all of us to Claire and her partner Ben.
Sad News – For those of you, who aren’t aware, Pam Read MCC Vice President and Burnham-on-Sea Carnival Committee member sadly passed away during April. A card of condolences was forwarded to her grieving family
Remember your Hard-hat – It may seem an age away from Carnival, but as always with these things, it will soon be here. To fulfil their obligation to Bridgwater Carnival, Marketeers has to provide at least 6 ‘Squibbers’ on Carnival Night along with 2 marshals and a fire lighter. If there is anybody out there or you know of anyone who would like to join in this unique experience please contact one of the committee members.
Club Merchandise – with a number of new people involved in the club it has been decided to purchase some Shirts and T-shirts with the club badge on! Details will be available in the next newsletter.
The Old Ball & Chain – Congratulations to Dave ‘Jones’ Kirk and Lisa who asw mentioned earlier were recently Wed on the Bridge of the Starship Enterprise in Las Vegas, a blessing in Bridgwater was followed by a party at the Town Hall.
What you wearing tonight? – A design has been approved and T-Shirts and Sweatshirt orders for the 2006 Carnival Shirt will soon be being accepted, (form will be posted to you all). Please return these with payment by the stated date, as there will only be 1 order.
More Sad News - I’m sure that by the time you read this. You will all be aware that a good friend of the club and a staunch supporter of our cabarets has sadly passed away. RIP Geoff Harvey, You’ll be sadly missed. If anyone wishes to attend, the funeral is being held at 11am on Wednesday 12-7-06 at St Marys church.

Help Wanted/Dates for your diary
We have the following club events & fundraisers coming up, if any one could help in anyway with any of the fundraisers, please let one of the committee members know, all help is gratefully received.
NB Functions highlighted in BOLD are functions we would appreciate extra help with:

2006 Club Officers
President - Gerrard ‘Chunky’ Dunster
Chairman - Steve Wright -
Captain - Matt Knapp –
Treasurer - Ian Barber -
Secretary - Alan Windsor -
Vice Chairman - Shaun Ford –
Vice Captain - Tony 'Trev' Seaborne -
Vice Treasurer - Garry 'Chicken' Martin -
Vice Secretary - Adrian Home -
Chairman of The Vice President Association – Paul Brazewell -
Secretary of Vice President Association – Teresa Wright
Treasurer of Vice President Association – Lynn Francis

MARKETEERS CARNIVAL CLUB