Hi everyone
Good news for those who are really looking forward to getting back to Bowling at CI Knock. Subject to approval from the NI Executive on the 4th June the Green will re-open on Mon 8th June.
This will be Bowling in a restricted fashion 
SO … lots of homework to do before 8th June … please find 5 attachments giving you instruction and Guidelines on the website under ‘RINK BOOKING’ and ‘COVID 19’ tabs. Read, learn, and inwardly digest this information before going to the green.

A few things to remember:
        You must book a rink online beforehand … if you cannot make the booking ask someone else to make a booking for you.   All player’s names must be added to the booking.           

You will need your fob to gain entry as the main gate will be closed.
 Access to the Green is by the far gate ONLY and this will be left open all day.
       

If you have not paid your CI levy you will not be allowed to play.
Thanks to Colin for gathering and compiling the information and setting up the booking system. If you have any queries about registering or booking contact Colin on 07885 930613.
Happy bowling
Nan

To all members
I just heard yesterday that Herbie Crooks was unwell and in Hospital.
Sadly he passed away this morning.
He had been a member for a few years and had played on the Midweek and Vets teams.
He will be remembered for his dry wit and will be missed by all who knew him.
Our sympathy and thoughts are with his wife and family.
Nan

Hi Everyone

I sincerely hope this finds you all well.

Richard Barnes, CIYMS  Administrator, has contacted me re: the invoice he sent out to all members in April … to be paid by Bank Transfer.

He has received 3 payments with no identification of the sender.  To identify these 3 members I need everyone who has paid to let me know so that Richard can update his records.
Some members may not have the facility to use Bank Transfers. Should this be the case, please let me know so that other arrangements can be made for you.

The Club will hopefully open soon when Lockdown is relaxed, albeit in a ‘restricted’ and socially-distanced manner. You will be informed how and when this will happen as soon as we know.
 HOWEVER,  if you haven’t paid your levy you will not be permitted to play (for insurance reasons).

I am sorry to hear that some have decided to resign their membership. We hope that you have enjoyed your time at CI Knock.

Regards
Nan

Tel: 02897563844

Mob: 07849 650522

Please see below a post from the Irish Bowling Association website

Resumption of Outdoor Bowls – Update

“The NI Executive announced yesterday that the Health Protection Regulations are to be amended to reflect that outdoor sports courts can open. This will include outdoor bowling greens.

These easements announced by the NI Executive will apply from the 8th of June. The NI executive will let us know at the NI Executive briefing on the 4th of June if they are happy for the easements announced yesterday to go ahead on the 8th of June.

Outdoor sporting activities like outdoor bowls will then be permissible as long as protocols are in place to ensure compliance with all elements of the regulations including restrictions on the number of people gathering, restrictions on access to premises, social distancing, and appropriate hygiene arrangements.

Please refer to the IBF Guidelines which can be found on this website under the header:

COVID 19 – Club Guidelines.

Clubs must ensure that the guidelines are followed to ensure safe bowling conditions for all members’

We have been waiting for a while for this news, and we thank all our members for their patience. We will make another confirmatory announcement following the NI executive briefing on the 4th of June”.

Keep an eye on our website over the next week to get more info on how we can return to our beloved game. Hopefully, it won’t start raining on the 8th of June.