News from Special meeting held at club on July 7th.
Thank you to everyone who attended. It was very satisfying for the committee to see that people do care about the club. From this meeting the following things are happening.
- We are keen to form a women's coterie group for all the lady supporters of the Club. The first meeting will be held at Chirnside Park Country Club Tuesday 21st July 6:30pm.Come along, buy dinner and help us brainstorm how we can help the Club. For booking purposes please let Sharon Hunt know if you are able to come by text her on 0428 315 842
- Membership -If you have not purchased a Blue and Gold membership this year, but would like to purchase a 2016 now, you can have the remainder of 2015 for free.
- Sponsorship – New sponsors for 2016 can have the remainder of 2015 for free. If you know of any local businesses who would like to get on board please let Vicki Hottes know on 0400364898
- A Past Players group is going to be organised. If you would like to help with this, please contact Vicki Hottes
- Thursday Night Tea – come down and have tea with the players, hear the teams and have a lovely meal organised by Lilydale Lovely Ladies. Tea available from 7pm.
- A Fighting Fund is going to be set up. You can make a weekly contribution of $5 or $10 dollars to our account. You can set up regular payments through internet banking with your particular bank. This is going to start on September 1st for 12 months. We are happy to help you set this up. See Sharon Hunt (Treasurer) or Vicki Hottes. If you would prefer to make a one off donation, that is another option. Our bank account details are BSB 633-000 A/C 119844280. Members who do $10 a week will receive a Blue and Gold Membership.
- Visit the Chirnside Park Country Club and Gardners Run Golf Course. Use your special membership card there and get a discount and the club receives a kick back.
- Shop at Amart sports at Chirnside Park. We are part of the Community Kick back program there. Tell them you are from Lilydale Football Club – Senior. You will receive a discount and the club receives a kickback.
- Support our functions –
1. Players Ball – Friday July 24th at Richmond Football Club. Special guest Doug Hawkins. Book through Erica McMenamin $120 per person for 2 course meal, lolly bar, drinks and the Flaming Moes
2. Community Sports Dinner – Friday August 7th at clubrooms, at 6pm. Guests are Shane O’Sullivan from Carlton FC, Spider Everitt 291 AFL games, Aaron Vandenberg, player Melbourne F.C. Monette Russo, Olympic Gymnast. $100 per person for 3 course meal and drinks (till 9pm). Auction and Silent Auction. Book with Vicki Hottes 0400364898 by Aug 3rd
3.A Night at the Races – Saturday August 8th – after Vermont game. $15 entry fee. A fun night to be had. 7pm start, finger food provided.
4. Past Players and Officials Luncheon – Saturday August 15th. We play East Ringwood , 2 course meal, $40 per person. Book with Vicki Hottes by Aug 10th
5. Best and Fairest Vote Count – at clubrooms after the last game – August 22nd. Hot beef rolls for sale.
6. Presentation Night – Saturday September 12th at Chirnside Park Country Club.
- Merchandise – There is a 20% discount on stock at the moment – See Anthony Decru.