No 74 Edition
NEWSLETTER
Autumn 2017
MOTHOBI SESELI WELCOMED AS A MEMBER BY JACKIE BOOTH (TENNIS MANAGER)
AND DANIE APPEL (GENERAL MANAGER)
We are very excited about the current upgrade of our tennis facilities made possible by
the generous sponsorship from ARGON ASSET MANAGEMENT company.
We have to thank our Tennis Manager Jackie Booth who was instrumental in securing this sponsorship for Kelvin Grove.
It also helps that Mothobi Seseli, CEO of ARGON ASSET MANAGEMENT is a great tennis enthusiast.
The sponsorship enabled us to resurface courts 1-6 and in addition we are
installing floodlights on courts 1-3, all to be completed by mid-March.
This will be just in time for the prestigious ITF Young Seniors World Championships
Tournament (19 March – 1 April) with Kelvin Grove as the main host for this tournament.
EDITOR’S NOTE
DEAR MEMBERS AND FUTURE MEMBERS
Welcome to our 2017 autumn edition - we hope that you all had a wonderful festive season. Kelvin was host to some wonderful
events over December and January, which were very successful, well attended and thoroughly enjoyed by all.
As we look forward to the cooler autumn season in Cape Town, with hot sunny days and warm, balmy nights which many people
spend outdoors.
The average temperature tends to be around 18 degrees Celsius during the day, you can easily enjoy scorching hot sunny days
that are perfect for the beach. There may be some chilly days too of course. The summer winds drop down notably, and with the
wet season a while away, this is a pleasantly mild time of year to explore the city and its surrounds.
This time of the year is a great time to head to Kirstenbosch or Table Mountain for a relaxed walk or hike. Kirstenbosch
showcases the autumn scenery beautifully, and with loads of paths to follow, you can enjoy anything from a gentle stroll to a
more challenging hike. Table Mountain’s lower paths, especially on the Signal Hill side, are also fantastic at this time of the year.
Other good walking spots include Silvermine Nature Reserve and Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve too (both on the False Bay
side).
Kelvin has plenty of fantastic events lined up for you over the cooler autumn season, from wine pairings, the Stormers annual
dinner, gourmet dinners and new and exciting music evenings in the Terrace restaurant. It is better to book now to avoid any
disappointment :).
Thank you for all your continued support throughout 2016 and 2017 and may you continue to enjoy your time spent
at your Club.
Suggestions and comments are always welcome, please send them to [email protected].
Warm regards,
KAYLEIGH BASSETT
EDITOR
WHEN WE TREAT PEOPLE MERELY AS THEY ARE, THEY WILL REMAIN AS THEY ARE. WHEN WE TREAT
THEM AS IF THEY WERE WHAT THEY SHOULD BE, THEY WILL BECOME WHAT THEY SHOULD BE.
- THOMAS S. MONSON
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CHAIRMAN’S COLUMN
A long hot and dry summer and the imposition of very stringent water restrictions is an unfortunate reality for all of us and whilst our Club
is in the fortunate position of having a source of natural water, we can all play a part in conserving water as the collective impact of what
may seem individually insignificant actions in our change rooms alone can have a huge effect.
Our dams are in a desperate state and whereas the first winter rains have had a tradition of falling around the Easter weekend, unless our
winter rains are substantial, stringent water restrictions are likely to prevail.
The Club has enjoyed a busy summer season, a time when our facilities are traditionally well supported by members and their guests and, a
very busy time for management and staff who do their best to ensure the member experience is seamless.
Performance forecasts for the past year are encouraging and we look forward to concluding the Financial Year successfully.
Improving the quality of our offerings and the Club experience for existing and new members is an ongoing but at times challenging
objective with some diverse projects in the year ahead. Renovations to the ladies swimming pool change rooms have been completed,
additions to the gymnasium and Pool Bar were approved at the Extraordinary General Meeting in November and construction will
commence during March with minimal disruption to the existing facilities, improvements around the popular braai area and changes to the
Terrace Lounge area are under consideration and plans for a minor extension to the Pavilion are at an advanced stage.
As members will be aware, the proposal tabled at the last AGM motivating that the swimming pool could be effectively and economically
heated was not supported at Extraordinary General Meeting.
Annual subscriptions for 2017/2018 are due and members are encouraged to settle those accounts on or before 31 March. While your
Committee have been able to limit the subscription increase, membership dues are perhaps an appropriate reminder of Club Rules as they
apply to guests. When those rules are infringed, the member concerned is in effect compromising the Club`s value system but perhaps
more importantly, grossly unfair to other paid up members when guests are by way of example using tennis courts, the swimming pool or
squash courts on a very frequent and free basis.
Our Club will be hosting an exciting tennis tournament in March that is likely to include some world class master`s talent from many
different countries as well as a croquet tournament the details of which will be published on the Club`s notice boards and Web Page.
We host the annual Chris Burger Petro Jackson fund raiser in early March, our monthly gourmet dinners continue to be well supported
and on a completely different tack, we are considering a proposal to publish a book on Kelvin Grove`s history and hope that some of our
members may have historic material that could be included in such a publication.
We look forward enjoying your continued support during 2017.
JON EAGAR
CLUB CHAIRMAN
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CLUB VALUES
In this edition we are focusing on ‘Appreciation’ - how fitting, since we have just been through the festive season where we were
reminded of our blessings and were able to celebrate with loved ones.
APPRECIATION IS A WONDERFUL THING: IT MAKES WHAT IS EXCELLENT IN OTHERS BELONG TO US AS WELL.
― VOLTAIRE
APPRECIATION
We recognise, communicate and reward productivity, quality and effectiveness.
IN OUR BEHAVIOUR WE
• are courteous, i.e. use “please” and “thank you”, “good morning” when addressing others
• tell staff when they do a good job in a sincere manner
• demonstrate appreciation for the challenges within various roles
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CHEF'S CHOICE
ROTI RECIPE
Members are always complimenting us on the roti we serve in the coffee shop and in the Terrace in winter when we offer our
curry menu. There is nothing better than a fresh roti straight out of the pan. Don’t be restricted to serving this with curry, it can
be just as good on the side of a summery mezze or antipasti style meal.
MAKES 12 TO 15 ROTI
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700 ml flour
10 ml baking powder
5 ml salt
50 ml sunflower oil
Water
200 g softened butter
50g extra butter for frying
First measure out all of your ingredients. Sift your dry ingredients together in a large bowl. Add the oil and rub into the flour with
your hands until you form fine breadcrumbs. Add water gradually while mixing it in, until a dough just forms. Knead the dough
for a few minutes then cover and leave in a warm spot for about 15 minutes to rest.
Next take pieces of the dough to form balls and roll each one out thinly on a floured surface. Spread a thin layer of softened
butter on the discs. Roll them up to form a long sausage. Roll up each end of the sausage to form an s-shaped roll and then fold
one side on top of the other.
At this stage you can freeze them until you need them if you want to. Roll out each ball again to the desired thickness and fry in
butter on moderate heat until golden brown and bubbles form. Be careful not to burn them. Turn over halfway to cook on the
other side.
If you like butter as much as I do then rub a little extra on after cooking. Serve immediately.
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GUEST SPEAKERS
GUEST SPEAKER: LOIS STRACHAN
THURSDAY, 20 APRIL 2017
TIME: 12:00 FOR 12:30
Book Launch: “A Different Way of Seeing” – a blind woman’s journey of living an “ordinary” life in an
extraordinary way.
When Lois Strachan became blind at the age of 21 as a result of Type 1 (childhood onset) diabetes she
realised she had a choice – to go home and give up and be angry, bitter, dependent and depressed for the
rest of her life… or she could take back control of her destiny and actively choose to move forward as a
blind person in a sighted world.
As an inspirational speaker and author Lois is passionate about two things:
• Helping people to see their own lives, and their challenges, in a different way
• De-mystifying the abilities of those who are blind and low vision to facilitate increased integration into
society and the workplace
Lois is the author of “A Different Way of Seeing: A Blind Woman’s Journey of Living an ‘Ordinary’ Life in
an Extraordinary Way, allowing readers to gain greater understanding of how Lois accomplishes simple,
everyday tasks without sight, including personal stories to back up her explanations. She is also the author
of the illustrated children’s series “the Adventures of Missy Mouse” which help children understand how
blind people lead normal lives.
In 2015 Lois was awarded the prestigious Tributes Excellence award, which honours women with disabilities
who have excelled in their fields, in the category of education and literature. In the same year she was
appointed as a Goodwill Ambassador for Casual Day, South Africa’s largest fund-raiser for persons living
with disabilities.
Since losing her sight Lois has achieved a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in English Literature and Classical
Civilisations, and an Honours degree in Classical Civilisations from the University of KwaZulu Natal, a
diploma in practitioner Coaching Skills, a Certificate in Human Resource Management from UNISA, and is a
Distinguished Toastmaster.
She has worked as an office manager in a marine engineering company, has been a singer/songwriter in a
rock band, and has served as District Director of Toastmasters International (Southern Africa), a non-profit
volunteer organisation focusing on communication and leadership development. She is an avid reader,
enjoys music, cooking, and spending time with family and friends. She lives in Cape Town, South Africa with
her husband and a houseful of dogs, one of whom is her guide dog, Fiji.
MENU:
• Beef lasagne served with Greek salad
• Pavlova roulade with Chocolate shavings and a Berry coulis
• Filter Coffee
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GUEST SPEAKERS
GUEST SPEAKER: INA PAARMAN
THURSDAY, 18 MAY 2017
TIME: 12:00 FOR 12:30
TOPIC: BEHIND THE SCENES OF A FAMILY RUN BUSINESS
Ina Paarman, left her position as Senior Lecturer at the Cape Technikon to start a cookery school. During
this time, she was also food editor of Die Burger and Femina, and won both the Mondi and Galliova awards
for excellence in journalism. Ina had her own regular TV cookery slot and has to date written eight cookery
books.
She formulated a small range of gourmet dressings, sauces and seasonings on customer demand.
The fortunes of the condiment business took a dramatic turn when the Paarman’s youngest son,
Graham, joined the business in 1990. He expanded the product range, manufacturing facility and selling
infrastructure. Thanks to these efforts, Ina Paarman has become a household name and one of the few
living brand names.
Ina will always be a teacher at heart and she and her team take great pride in the credible culinary
information they provide on their website, www.paarman.co.za, featuring teaching videos, menus and
thoroughly tested recipes. She keeps in touch with a monthly newsletter. This is her way to make healthy
home cooking easy and enjoyable
MENU:
• Grilled Line Fish with White Wine Chive Sauce and Capsicum Stuffed with Mushroom Pilaf
• Ginger Cheesecake with Pineapple Compote
• Filter Coffee
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WHAT’S ON @ KELVIN GROVE
MARCH
FUNDRAISING DINNER FOR CHRIS BURGER PETRO JACKSON WITH DHL STORMERS TUESDAY, 7 MARCH 2017
Venue:
Time:
Cost:
Dress:
Bookings:
The Ballroom
18:30 Complimentary Pre Drinks & 19:30 Three
Course-Dinner with Wine & Beers.
R270 per person (excl. SC: 7% Members /
10% Non-Members)
Informal – dress up in your team’s rugby gear
Jana van der Merwe 021 658 4500/26
Email:
Note:
[email protected]
You will have the privilege for the evening to be accompanied
by either a member of the DHL Stormers’ Squad or a member
of their Management team at your table.
Lucky Draw Tickets will be sold on the night –
amazing prizes up for grabs!
Bookings:
Note:
Reception 021 658 4500/1
Get inspiration and the perfect wedding guide from the best
in the business.
Cost:
Bookings:
R40 per person
Reception 021 658 4500/1
KELVIN GROVE BRIDAL FAIR SATURDAY, 11 MARCH 2017
Venue:
Time:
Cost:
The Ballroom
10:00 – 16:00
No cost but booking is essential
WINE TASTING THURSDAY, 16 MARCH 2017
Venue:
Time:
Winery:
The Grill Room
18:30 promptly
Leopard’s Leap
HUMAN RIGHTS DAY TUESDAY, 21 MARCH 2017
Public Holiday
DINNER & LIVE MUSIC SUNDAY, 26 MARCH 2017
Venue:
Time:
Catering:
The Terrace Restaurant
Doors open at 18:00
Set Menu
Cost:
R145 per person
Entertainment: FINTRY (the 3 Blundells)
Bookings:
The Terrace Restaurant on 021 658 4533
GOURMET DINNER WEDNESDAY, 29 MARCH 2017
Venue:
Time:
Dress:
Cost:
Bookings:
Note:
The Terrace Restaurant
19:00 for 19:30
Smart Casual
R220 per person
The Terrace Restaurant on 021 658 4533
Winery: De Grendel
Catering:
Prawn and Lemon Arancini with Tomato, Chili, Coriander and
Lime on Avocado Mousse
Ballotine of Chicken stuffed with Chorizo and topped with
Crème Fraiche on a bed of Caponata
Black Forest Tart served with a Cherry Ice Cream
Note:
Tickets on sale at the Pool Bar from 18:00
Happy Hour from 18:00 – 19:30
LUCKY DRAW THURSDAY, 30 MARCH 2017
Venue:
Time:
The Pool Bar
19:00 promptly
APRIL
KELVIN GROVE COMEDY EVENING SATURDAY, 1 APRIL 2017
Venue:
Time:
Catering:
Entertainment:
Cost:
The Ballroom
18:30 for 19:00
One Course Set Menu with Coffee & Mini Dessert
Barry Hilton
Members: R250 per person + 7% SC
Non-Members: R270 per person + 10% SC
Dress:
Bookings:
Note:
Smart Casual
Reception 021 658 4500/1
With a track record of 30 years in comedy, Barry Hilton has
raised the world’s laughter level considerably. His delightful
knack of finding the ludicrous and the humorous turns daily
situations on their head to make us laugh at life.
Cost:
Bookings:
Note:
R105 per person + SC
Reception on 021 658 4500/1
Teams of 6 or 8 only. Single bookings will be joined with
another party. Welcome drink on arrival.
QUIZ EVENING THURSDAY, 6 APRIL 2017
Venue:
Time:
Catering:
Dress:
The Pavilion
19:30 promptly
Traditional Chicken Breyani served with Raita and Salad
Smart Casual
GOOD FRIDAY FRIDAY, 14 APRIL 2017
Public Holiday, Club Closed
EASTER MONDAY MONDAY, 17 APRIL 2017
Public Holiday
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APRIL CONT.
CLUB LUNCHEON THURSDAY, 20 APRIL 2017
Venue:
Time:
Speaker:
Book Launch:
Bookings:
The Grill Room
12:00 for 12:30
Lois Strachan
“A Different Way of Seeing” – a blind woman’s journey of
living an “ordinary” life in an extraordinary way.
Reception 021 658 4500/1
Catering:
Cost:
Beef Lasagne served with Greek Salad
Pavlova Roulade with Chocolate Shavings and a Berry Coulis
Filter Coffee
R160 per Member + 7% SC
R170 per Non-Member + 10% SC
Cost:
Bookings:
R40 per person
Reception 021 658 4500
Note:
Tickets on sale at the Pool Bar from 18:00
Happy Hour from 18:00 – 19:30
WINE TASTING THURSDAY, 20 APRIL 2017
Venue:
Time:
Winery:
The Grill Room
18:30 promptly
Yonderhill
FREEDOM DAY THURSDAY, 27 APRIL 2017
Public Holiday
LUCKY DRAW THURSDAY, 27 APRIL 2017
Venue:
Time:
The Pool Bar
19:00 promptly
MAY
WORKERS’ DAY MONDAY, 1 MAY 2017
Public Holiday
GOURMET DINNER WEDNESDAY, 03 MAY 2017
Venue:
Time:
Dress:
Cost:
Bookings:
Note:
The Terrace Restaurant
19:00 for 19:30
Smart Casual
R220 per person
The Terrace Restaurant on 021 658 4533
Winery: Leopard’s Leap
Catering:
Manzo Tonnato served with Traditional Accompaniments
Slow Cooked Rainbow Trout with Tarragon - Dijon Mustard
Sauce, Cassoulet, Bacon Bits and Almonds
Lemongrass and Coconut Panna Cotta with Passion Fruit
Sauce and Tropical Fruit
Dress Code:
Cost:
Bookings:
Smart Casual
R220 per person adult + SC
R110 per child under 12 years + SC
Reception on 021 658 4500/1
Dress Code:
Cost:
Bookings:
Smart Casual
R220 per adult
The Terrace Restaurant on 021 658 4533
Bookings:
Catering:
Reception 021 658 4500/1
Grilled Line Fish with White Wine Chive Sauce and Capsicum
Stuffed with Mushroom Pilaf
Ginger Cheesecake with Pineapple Compote
Filter Coffee
Cost:
Bookings:
R40 per person
Reception 021 658 4500/1
Catering:
Smoked Duck Breast with Star Anise, Cinnamon Gooseberry
Jam and Sweet Potato, Pineapple, Pecan Salad
Saddle of Roast Lamb topped with Dukkha, Harissa Mash,
Dried Fruit, Feta and Nuts on an O.B.S. Jus
Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownies with Coffee Ice Cream
and Berry Sauce
MOTHER’S DAY LUNCHEON SUNDAY, 14 MAY 2017
Venue:
Time:
Catering:
Entertainment:
The Ballroom
12:30 promptly
3 Course Carvery Menu
Pianist
MOTHER’S DAY LUNCHEON SUNDAY, 14 MAY 2017
Venue:
Time:
Catering:
Entertainment:
The Terrace Restaurant
12:30 promptly
3 Course Set Menu
Pianist
CLUB LUNCHEON THURSDAY, 18 MAY 2017
Venue:
Time:
Speaker:
Topic:
Cost:
The Grill Room
12:00 for 12:30
Ina Paarman
Behind the scenes of a family run business.
R160 per Member + 7% SC
R170 per Non-Member + 10% SC
WINE TASTING THURSDAY, 18 MAY 2017
Venue:
Time:
Winery:
The Grill Room
18:30 promptly
Allée Bleue
GOURMET DINNER WEDNESDAY, 24 MAY 2017
Venue:
Time:
Dress:
Cost:
Bookings:
Note:
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The Terrace Restaurant
19:00 for 19:30
Smart Casual
R220 per person
The Terrace Restaurant on 021 658 4533
Winery: Yonderhill
MAY CONT.
LUCKY DRAW THURSDAY, 25 MAY 2017
Venue:
Time:
The Pool Bar
19:00 promptly
Note:
Tickets on sale at the Pool Bar from 18:00
Happy Hour from 18:00 – 19:30
DINNER & LIVE MUSIC SUNDAY, 28 MAY 2017
Venue:
Time:
Catering:
The Terrace Restaurant
Doors open at 18:00
Set Menu
Cost:
R145 per person
Entertainment: TBC nearer the date
Bookings:
The Terrace Restaurant on 021 658 4533
WINE TASTING
We started the 2017 wine tasting with a gin and tonic welcome drink! We were honoured to taste Zandvliet’s first gin made from
mandarin oranges – a beautiful product and what a way to start the new season. Zandvliet is known for their excellent shiraz and
now, with new owners, produces a full range of wines which were enjoyed by everyone. Their shiraz is still one of the best on the
market and the rest of their range is following in that footsteps.
In February more than 60 members attended the wine tasting where we tasted the wines from De Grendal wine farm. The farm is
one of Cape Town’s oldest farms and Sir David Graaff planted vines on De Grendel in 1999, almost 200 years after the last vines
were destroyed. Today this cool climate farm produces top quality wines which we all enjoyed. While more famous for their top
sauvignon blancs they also produces excellent red wines and a delicious MCC.
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South Africa recently played host to the award winning reality TV show Shark Tank, which was aired on prime time on M-Net
at 6pm every Sunday. In Shark Tank South Africa, entrepreneurs go up in front of a panel of esteemed successful South African
business moguls, known as the “sharks”, who are willing to invest their own money and time in deserving and potentially lucrative
business ideas. The trick is in convincing these highly critical and experienced sharks that it will be worth their while to bankroll
your business, product or invention.
Founder & CEO Chelsea Evans & Jason Newmark of Plan My Wedding, recently pitched their startup business idea on the show.
They were successful in securing a R400 000 investment, from Gil Oved (Co-Founder and CEO of the Creative Counsel – South
Africa’s largest marketing and advertising company with annual turnovers of R700 million rand and Dawn Nathan Jones - former
CEO of Euro Car, leader of one of South Africa’s most successful car rental companies) for a 25% each equity stake in their
business.
Plan My Wedding is Southern Africa’s first online wedding planning platform, allowing couples to plan their entire wedding here
in Southern Africa, from anywhere in the world. Couples will be provided with smart diarised planning, practical guidance and
inspiration, budgets, tools, checklists, their own personal dashboards and a wide selection of service providers to choose from.
There is a 24 hour support chat line, reminders, appointment books, inspiration boards and a wedding website for couples to
design their perfect day. Search engine filters allow the couples to search for the exact supplier/vendor they are looking for
within the couple's specific price range and location of their wedding. All these services are free for the couples to use, while
there are paid options or extra packages they can also choose. The platform provides flights and honeymoon destination
packages to choose from.
Contact:
Jason Newmark
Tel:
021 6717758
Cell Phone: 071 676 4570
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.planmywedding.com
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TENNIS
ITF YOUNG SENIORS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT
• Kelvin is the main host for the above prestigious tournament which will see teams from all
over the world arrive in Cape Town to battle it out on court for the team event 19-24 March,
followed by the individual event 25 March - 1 April. Kelvin is hosting the top men’s 35 plus age
group so there will be tennis of a very high standard on show for our members to watch.
• Our best wishes to our members Jackie Booth and Victoria Goodall who are representing
South Africa in the team and individual categories.
WP LEAGUE
• Mixed, men’s doubles and vets’ league season: 28 January end of March 2017
• Our first men’s open doubles entry and the team has yet to lose
a match! Well done and keep it up!
• Men’s and ladies’ singles and doubles league: start of
September - end of November 2017
• Let Jackie know soonest if you would like to try out for the
September league team by emailing her your name, age, and
competitive playing experience.
SOCIAL
• Every Sunday from 9:00 - 11:30 social tennis is run by the
tennis manager.
• Players of all levels mix and match for a morning of fun social doubles.
• Numbers have grown and it is wonderful to see the regulars not missing out even when it rains, plus a few new faces every
Sunday.
• A friendly reminder that social tennis is intended for all levels and therefore stronger players must be prepared to play at least
one round with potentially weaker players without making them feel spare. After a few rounds the system sorts out players of
a similar level for more evenly matched tennis.
• We are also looking into an alternative day or evening to Sunday to include all players wishing to play social so please take a
few minutes to provide us some feedback by completing the survey we will send out soon.
CLUB CHAMPS
• Singles, doubles and mixed doubles events TBA at conclusion of league (April 2017)
• Look out for entry details to be sent out soon!
CARDIO TENNIS CLASSES
•
A fitness based group tennis class for players of all levels offered Monday, Tuesday
and Thursday mornings 9:00 - 10:00.
•
Message Jackie with your name, age and level to be placed on the list.
•
Once a minimum of four players have registered classes can begin.
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TENNIS CONT.
MEN’S AND LADIES’ DOUBLES INSTRUCTION
• Receive doubles instruction while playing with your four ball
Private and group coaching for juniors and adults of all levels
• Contact Jackie for available times
JUNIOR AND ADULT HOLIDAY CLINICS/ TOURNAMENTS
Adult doubles clinic held January 2017: Ingram, September, Skak-Jensen, Golders, Woods, Boetcher, Werner, Hampton
• Enquire with Jackie re future clinics
TENNIS SURVEY:
• Please assist us in completing a short survey we will be sending out soon re your tennis preferences so we can improve your
tennis experience at the Club.
Any of the above to be booked through our tennis manager and coach, Jackie Booth,
via email: [email protected], or cell: 084 562 6335
Jackie is a full time coach so it is best to message her or email her whilst she is on court coaching and she will get back to you as
soon as possible.
SQUASH
A very happy new year to all squash players! The summer league has been a great success this year and with only one game to
play, as we go to press, the green team captained by Inge Kaul, are marginally in the lead! Thanks to everyone who participated,
and also the kind gents who have assisted Andrew Wannenburg with the braai each week. Thanks also to Ath, without whose
hard work the tournament would not take place. We have entered 4 masters’, 3 ladies’ and 4 men’s league teams this year. Good
luck to all players!
Keep enjoying your squash
MARGIE HUNT-KEMP
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BRIDGE
If you enjoy playing bridge but shudder at the thought of finding three players, preparing a feast fit for a king, making tea,
perhaps offering a glass of wine at the end and the being left with what looks like a disaster area, perhaps social bridge at Kelvin
Grove is the answer for you.
Social bridge is played on Mondays and Fridays from 13:30 to 17:00 in the Chart Room. On cold winter days there is a cosy fire
to keep you warm and in the summer a very efficient air conditioner keeps the temperature at a comfortable level. Added to this,
the ever willing Coffee Shop waitresses take orders for refreshments such as fresh fruit juice, minerals, tea, coffee or something
“stronger’’ and, of course, delicious eats.
You need not bring a partner, nor should you feel obliged to come every week. You may find that you only want to play once or
twice a month. Whatever you decide, you are more than welcome. Post mortems and criticism are strongly discouraged and if
you are bad tempered, you will certainly not be welcome.
Rubber bridge has at least been discontinued and the BODD or BONE scoring system is now used, which is the system favored
by millions of bridge players all over the world. The standard of bridge is medium to strong. Unfortunately beginners are not
catered for. There is no charge but as the stakes are 10c per 100 points, you will need to bring a few cents with you. Score sheets
(but not pens or pencils) are provided.
Remember, there is no commitment, so do pay a visit to the social bridge at Kelvin when you are at a loose end on a Monday or
Friday afternoon. You may be pleasantly surprised.
We look forward to seeing you this year. For more information on bridge, contact Daphne Hawkins on 021 686 7991 or
072 358 4280.
DAPHNE HAWKINS
GOLF
Well Christmas and the New Year festivities have come and gone in rather a blinding flash – and 2017 seems hell bent on doing
the same thing – or is it an age thing? I’m pleased to report that everyone appears to have survived the silly season with nothing
more serious than self-inflicted AR injuries - and damage to credit cards and cash reserves.
From the get-go in early January we have had great support with booking requests exceeding our available reserved times. This is
encouraging as it speaks of new blood – Fe-Fi-Fo-Fum!? - meaning growth for the Kelvin Golf Section – great news! If required
we shall ask the Club to increase our 4 ball numbers. Clearly new members have read the constitution and realise it is respected
and abided with - 1 = Fun … 2 = Fun … 3 = Fun...
We had a very fine “Beginning of the Year Party” on Friday 10 February, well-supported and we believe well-enjoyed. The Club
came to the party with excellent service, food, attitude and support – even the “GM” had a ball. The evening was “on the house”
for regular players - and semi-sponsored for infrequent players and partners. All funded by Fines, Raffles & the Cat.
Thank you to all the generous donors for the variety of prizes which found homes through the lucky draw – negotiated by Paul
Dukass and big Tom.
...and thanks Paul for your intricate analysis of the year’s results - very interesting.
We look forward to more confusing stats in 2017 – and the audit committee is watching out for T-box “exchange rate fixing”!!!
Fortunately no politicians or big corporate banks are involved - so the communication will be collusion free… And prizes will be
hard earned.
Here’s wishing you all a great 2017 on and off the course – Look forward to meeting up with you somewhere on the
playing surface.
And as always… MAYPD
GEOFF CLARK
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BOWLS
MARION ORD TOURNAMENT – 16 DECEMBER 2016
The Marion Ord tournament was a day of good cheer, lots of fun and delightful camaraderie! We introduced a new way of scoring
- very interesting and maybe here to stay! Everybody arrived in their best Xmas regalia, which always adds to the atmosphere
of fun and cheer. We had good bowls and a splendid lunch and a couple of prizes as well… What more could one wish for at
Christmas?
Bryan Caldwell, Margaret Fowler and Joyce Dewil were the winning team, followed very closely by Wendy Mitton, Wally Wood and
Chris Alston. Nigel Macdonald, Etienne Malan and Daphne Castell took third place.
Piers and Penny Steynor were “crowned” as the best dressed and the three very coveted hampers went to:
Sandy Bean (see picture below), Carol Henshilwood and Dawn Hillman!
THE WINNING MARION ORD TEAM:
BRYAN CALDWELL, MARGARET FOWLER AND
JOYCE DEWIL
MARION ORD TOURNAMENT 2017
2-4-2 COMPETITION
As usual the 2-4-2 competition was a huge success and a lot of fun. The ultimate winners of the A section were Geoff DuffelCanham and Ken Kennedy. Shelley and Stuart Park took the honours in the B section.
MAD HATTERS ANNUAL DINNER – 24 NOVEMBER 2016
Although we had a couple of grumbles about the “Hat” theme for the Annual Dinner, we were astounded at the effort that went
into making the theme work! Our Annual Dinner was, once again, a very enjoyable evening with great food, great service and
great company! Thanks to everybody (and partners) who came to enjoy the evening with fellow-bowlers.
The evening’s Mad Hatter prizes went to:
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The most original/inventive hat - Charmain Lawson
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The funniest hat - Paula Bergh
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The best overall hats - Carol and David Henshilwood for their “glowing” effort!
PERSONAL TRUST INVITATIONAL
The Personal Trust Invitational, where KG bowlers get the chance to test their bowling skills against 12 other clubs, was held
in glorious Cape Town weather on Sunday 29 January 2017. The best overall team was the team from Durbanville and the best
Kelvin team was: Penny Steynor, Mark Lancaster and Steve Berry.
OPEN DAY – 8 FEBRUARY 2017
On Wednesday 8 February 2017, we had 9 “guests” turning up to try their hand at bowls!
Thanks to everybody who invited friends and family and/or marketed the event! Everybody had lots of fun and we are sure we
will be able to persuade some of these “guests” to become permanent KG Bowls members.
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BOWLS CONT.
NITE BOWLS ON 13 FEBRUARY 2017
The first official Bowls Function under the Floodlights took place on 13 February 2017. The event was marketed through
posters, the electronic notice board as well as an email to all KG members. Well, we were blown away with the response! All of
this happened on Monday 6 February 2017, and by lunchtime we were fully booked for the event with 16 regular bowlers and a
whopping 32 “newbies”. We could have filled another rink with the “waiting list”!
The evening started off with some complimentary bubbly (sponsored by Personal Trust) followed with a lot of FUN on the Kelvin
bowling green. All the “exercise” worked up a serious appetite for all and Kelvin Grove came to the party with their delicious
chicken and beef burgers. A fitting end to a stunning evening. Watch this space for more from the Bowls Section.
UPCOMING EVENTS ON THE BOWLS CALENDAR FOR 2017
Sunday 26 February 2017 - Personal Trust Trips at 09:00
Monday 13 March 2017 - Nite Bowls under the Floodlights at 18:00
Sunday 2 April 2017 - Chris Burger/Petro Jackson Players Fund Bowls Tournament at 08:30
9 April 2017 - KG Friendly against Durbanville Bowling Club
7 May 2017 - KG Friendly against WP Cricket Club.
CROQUET
With the season now well underway, it is great to report the growth and
success of the croquet section of Kelvin Grove. Since our last news clip we
have held three extremely well attended internal tournaments with over
40 active members.
In November the winners of our handicap doubles were Rob Kruger and
Colin Chambers. Runners up Thea Lotz and Anne Impey. The winner of
the A section handicap singles was Rob Kruger and the runner up Mike
Beamish, while the winner of the B section was Marilyn Bailey, runner up
Jill Pitman.
In February we held our open doubles championships with a record entry
of players. The winners were Neil McHardy and Rob Kruger and the
runners up were Margot and Richard Prosser. Congratulations to all our
winners and runners up.
In our external competitions we have fared well and lie 2nd in the War
Tomes league log behind Fish Hoek Croquet Club and equal 1st along with
Fish Hoek in the Robinson Cup doubles league. With some very exciting
matches ahead, it promises to be a very close finish.
Anyone wishing to join the croquet section please do contact myself or
Jean Farrell. Details may be found on the section notice board. Our club
days are Tuesday afternoons from 14:00 and Saturday mornings
from 09:00.
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WINNERS AND RUNNERS UP OF THE GOLF
CROQUET OPEN DOUBLES CHAMPIONSHIPS:
L TO R - RICHARD AND MARGOT PROSSER, NEIL MCHARDY
AND ROB KRUGER.
SPORTING CONTACTS
BOWLS
Nigel Macdonald
021 686 6747
[email protected]
BRIDGE
Daphne Hawkins
021 686 9771
[email protected]
CROQUET
Richard Prosser
828 052 825
[email protected]
KEEP FIT
Alison Lund
083 308 6677
[email protected]
GOLF
Geoff Clark
021 700 2300
[email protected]
TENNIS
Karl Pitterman
021 712 1370
[email protected]
TENNIS COACHING
Mike Barwell
082 460 3610
[email protected]
SQUASH
Margie Hunt-Kemp
021 434 5648
[email protected]
SPORTING CHANCE
Marike Lombaard
021 683 7299
[email protected]
POSITIVELY POSITIVE
LETTERS FROM MEMBERS
“Thank you very much indeed, Gareth, for the excellent service you provided on Tuesday when I had a group of relatives for
drinks after the cricket.
You really went the extra mile to ensure that everything was just perfect. We all enjoyed the delicious snacks prepared by the
Waterside chef, washed down with Kelvin’s sparkling Brut!
Nothing was too much trouble for you, in fact you epitomised everything that is good about belonging to Kelvin Grove.
Very many thanks & kind regards.”
- Diana Burns
“Dear Sir/Madam
On Wednesday evening I hosted three friends for dinner at The Barn. I would like to compliment Nolonwabo Wanga on her
excellent service. We all enjoyed our choices from the menu but our evening was made very special by Wanga's cheerfulness,
helpfulness and courteousness. She is definitely a complement to The Barn.’’
- Trunell | Dinner Barn Restaurant
‘’Thank you so much for allowing us to use the tables in the Waterside to get out of the cold wind. We really appreciate all your
efforts to ensure that we had a good time and the braai was enjoyed by all.’’
- Dawn and Chris Wilson
‘I would like to compliment you on arranging a superb New Year’s Eve function this year. We were under the tent at the poolside
and everything went so well. The organisation (arm bands), security, food, music, decor and service were the best I have
experienced in the years I have attended the NYE bash. Well done to all!’’
- Peter Versfeld | New Year’s Eve Function
‘’Please convey thanks to the Terrace Team for a wonderful Christmas Eve. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the venue, the meal
and attentive service. Starter was brilliant and I would never have thought of serving Norwegian Salmon in that way - absolutely
delicious. Whilst we were on holiday we went to a number of restaurants in Cape Town and the Terrace is up there with the best congratulations to all.’’
- Paul Kramer | Christmas Eve
“Just a quick note to say a very ‘BIG’ Thank You. For all the hard work and everything you have done on our behalf. Please could
you extend our thank you to the rest of the ballroom team, kitchen staff, serving staff and chefs. They are did an amazing job. The
food was fabulous and everyone commented very positively on this and the wonderful service they received.
Thank you once again.”
- Dee Vorster | Shell Pensioners Association - Year-End Function
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DID YOU KNOW?
TERRACE RESTAURANT
1. In the week of your birthday you will receive a bottle of KG red or white wine to enjoy when dining in the Terrace.
2. On a Tuesday – Thursday Dinner – if you dine in the Terrace restaurant and order a starter and main course off the menu you
get a FREE dessert (excludes Crêpe Suzette and cheeseboards).
3. Friday evening we offer Crêpe Suzette for 2 – bookings are essential.
4. Wednesday dinner, Friday dinner and Sunday lunch we have a pianist in the restaurant.
5. The Terrace Restaurant is the place to have your special dinner or luncheon party - menus can be customised.
AS OF 01 MARCH 2017
Gourmet Dinners R220p/p
Music EveningsR145p/p
DIY BraaiR120p/p
Chef BraaiR150p/p
Gym BraaiR120p/p
Christmas in July TerraceR225p/p
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STAFF NEWS
NEW APPOINTMENTS
We would like to extend a very warm welcome to our new appointees:
• Ilaam Mclean joins us from 5 December 2016 as the Administration Assistant and will perform duties at the Finance
department, Reception as well as Membership.
• Richard Blows has been appointed by Kelvin Grove as from the 6 December 2016 as the Head Barman in the Terrace Bar. His
employment relationship was with Vizual and has been placed here at Kelvin Grove Club from August 2013.
• Clinton Walker commences his employment with us effective 1 January 2017, as Senior Chef de Partie.
• Kaley Gray has been offered the role of Club Sales and Events Co-ordinator from 1 February 2017. She has extensive
experience in this field and holds a Higher Diploma in Hotel Management from the International Hotel School in Cape Town.
• Steven Joul joins us as the Junior Duty Manager as from 17 February 2017. We trust that you will have a long and enjoyable
working experience here at the Kelvin Grove Club.
STAFF MOVEMENT & PROMOTIONS
The following movements have taken place effective 1 January 2017:
• Samuel van Schalkwyk has moved from the Terrace Kitchen to the Waterside Kitchen and
• Sandile Buso has moved from the Staff canteen to the Functions Kitchen.
RESIGNATIONS
Below is an indication of the employees who have left Kelvin Grove since November 2016:
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Chilli Sonjica
Sergio Almacin
Jaslin Fortuin
Sumari Woolley
Khayakazi Koyana
Andrew Wiesner
Lizaan Groenewald
Stephen Ross
22 November 2016
31 December 2016
31 December 2016
31 December 2016
13 January 2017
31 January 2017
31 January 2017
07 February 2017
We would like to take this opportunity to wish them all well in their future endeavours!
RETIREMENT
Arnold Victor (the F&B Bars Manager) will be retiring at the end of February 2017, after serving Kelvin
Grove for 43 years.
We would like to thank him for his loyalty, commitment and dedication to the Club.
Best wishes for a very happy retirement!
AFRICAN INSPIRATIONAL MARKETING
DISCOUNTED GETAWAYS
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of our beautiful winelands. Book a stay at one of our unique boutique hotels & guest houses and receive a 20% member’s
discount. Contact us with your Kelvin Grove membership ID to make an enquiry.
AS A MEMBER OF KELVIN YOU WILL ENJOY A 20% DISCOUNT WHEN MAKING A RESERVATION AT ANY OF THE BELOW:
TENNIS COACHING
As well as coaching at Kelvin for 33 years and many Cape schools and clubs, Mike
has also coached in Germany, Austria, England and Ireland and is a fully qualified
professional (SA) and level 3 (UK) coach.
He was also chairman of WP coaches association for many years and the tutor
and examiner for learner coaches.
As a player he represented Western Province at junior, senior and masters levels
and South Africa at masters.
Best win; former world no. 2, WP vs Germany, court 1, Kelvin, 1996.
* ALL AGES, LEVELS * PRIVATE * TWO SHARING *GROUP *
DOUBLES 4 BALL * BIRTHDAY SP *
CONTACT
MIKE BARWELL, 082 460 3610 / (021) 671 8429
[email protected]
OPERATIONAL TIMES
TERRACE RESTAURANT
Fine Dining à la Carte Restaurant
Smart Casual (no shorts/sandals)
Tuesday – Sunday
Lunch 12:30 – 15:00
Dinner 18:30 – 22:00
Closed Sunday Dinner, Mondays and Public Holidays
WATERSIDE RESTAURANT
Light Meals
Smart Casual
Monday – Thursday 07:30 – 16:00
Friday 07:30 – 22:00
Saturday 08:00 – 18:00
Sunday and Public Holidays 08:00 – 17:00
Closed daily between 11:00 – 12:00
COFFEE SHOP
Assorted cakes/treats/snacks/sandwiches
Smart Casual
Monday – Friday 07:15 – 18:00
Saturday 08:00 – 18:00
Sunday and Public Holidays 08:00 – 17:00
SUSHI BAR
Sushi/Oriental Meals
Smart Casual
Tuesday – Saturday
Lunch 12:00 – 15:00
Dinner 18:00 – 21:30
Closed Sundays, Mondays and Public Holidays
BARN RESTAURANT
Family Restaurant
Smart Casual
Monday – Sunday
Lunch 12:00 – 14:00
Dinner 18:00 – 22:00
POOL BAR
Monday – Thursday & Saturday 11:00 – 23:00
Friday 11:00 – 24:00
Sunday and Public Holidays 11:00 – 21:00
Last Rounds Are Called 15Min Before Closing
PHONE US
Reception
Membership
Accounts
Banqueting
Restaurants
021 658 4500 / 1
021 658 4502
021 658 4503
021 658 4514/15/28
021 658 4506
E-MAIL ENQUIRIES
RESTAURANTS
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Coffee Shop
Champagne & Sushi Bar
Terrace Restaurant
Barn Restaurant
Waterside Restaurant
RECEPTION HOURS
021 658 4542
021 658 4530
021 658 4533
021 658 4544
021 658 4576
Monday - Friday 08:00 - 19:00
Saturday
09:00 - 16:30
Closed for Lunch 13:00 - 13:30
Sunday
09:00 - 14:00
Public Holidays 09:00 - 14:00