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Graaille

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The Gathering 2012 - July 27-29
« on: March 09, 2012, 10:24:36 AM »
It's that time to make plans to come to Winston Salem at the end of July for The Gathering. This will be the 10th annual edition, and we hope to make this one larger and more special than the ones before.

It's being held at Creekside Lanes, with Ron Clifton as our (mostly) gracious host. The staff there are second to none -- extremely bowler friendly. It's almost like a family reunion feel, only w/bowling balls and not quite the same drama. I'm hosting a cookout Friday afternoon at my house (3 minutes away from Creekside), and all participants are invited. The website http://www.gatheringofbowlers.com will give more details about what events we have, a general plan for the weekend, and other info. (At least, once Jay updates it.)

We may not be all great bowlers, but we are all great people who love to bowl and have a good time. Ron on Sunday gives lessons free of charge to any and all who participated, which is worth the trip by itself. So come one, come all and join us -- You'll be glad you did.



The Gathering 2014 is near.  July 25-27 in Winston Salem, NC @ Creekside lanes.

 

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Re: The Gathering 2012 - July 27-29
« Reply #16 on: July 24, 2012, 10:26:16 AM »
Hi Kevin,

I saw on Jay's site that you wouldn't be attending this year.  Hopefully you'll be able to next time.  Glad to see someone still reads the site anyway.  ::)

Anyone else?  Only a few days away.

LuckyLefty

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Re: The Gathering 2012 - July 27-29
« Reply #17 on: August 31, 2012, 07:36:16 AM »
How was "The Gathering" this year?

REgards,

Luckylefty
It takes Courage to have Faith, and Faith to have Courage.

James M. McCurley, New Orleans, Louisiana

JOE FALCO

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Re: The Gathering 2012 - July 27-29
« Reply #18 on: August 31, 2012, 10:32:26 AM »
I've been looking for pictures since the weekend of the event .. haven't seen them .. may have missed them .. would be interested in seeing them!!
RIP Thongprincess/Sawbones!

kev3inp

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Re: The Gathering 2012 - July 27-29
« Reply #19 on: August 31, 2012, 10:57:06 AM »
Kat put them up on her facebook page, Joe.  I doubt we'll be attending again. 

JOE FALCO

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Re: The Gathering 2012 - July 27-29
« Reply #20 on: September 01, 2012, 03:22:36 PM »
Thanks for the pictures .. looking at them reminds me of the good times in the past! I've missed the last4/5 years and didn't want to throw anyone off prior to this years gathering by reporting I could not make it! I have good and bad days but they come unpredicted. Hate to make the trip and then have to watch!
I always enjoyed the group and hopefully it will continue to gather! Ron and his wife have been excellent hosts and it's always a pleasure to be in their company!
Sorry I missed you guys and thanks a million for putting up the pictures!!
RIP Thongprincess/Sawbones!

LuckyLefty

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Re: The Gathering 2012 - July 27-29
« Reply #21 on: September 01, 2012, 08:47:21 PM »
Kev,

Too bad, you have been staples  at this gathering for years!  I couldn't make it due to some wonderful family events but hope to in the future!

REgards,

Luckylefty
PS is it as bbig of an event as it once was?  It was awesome!
It takes Courage to have Faith, and Faith to have Courage.

James M. McCurley, New Orleans, Louisiana

kev3inp

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Re: The Gathering 2012 - July 27-29
« Reply #22 on: September 03, 2012, 08:10:10 AM »
Some people just can't agree to disagree and drop it.  So rather than drive all that way to get into arguments and feel unwelcome it's just easier to stay at home.  It's just not been the same since Colleen died, either.  I find it exceptionally ironic that the bragging rights tournament is named for a union member. (GASP!) 

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Re: The Gathering 2012 - July 27-29
« Reply #23 on: April 21, 2013, 11:39:57 AM »
the gathering last year ( 2012 ) was awesome, and the gathering this year 2013 will be awesome.

Welcome any and all comers this year.

Amanda and I look forward to it every year, and always made to feel welcome :)

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Re: The Gathering 2012 - July 27-29
« Reply #24 on: April 21, 2013, 07:39:55 PM »
I'm planning to make it this year. If anyone needs a ride and is south of Winston Salem on i75 or I95 or wants to share a room, let me know. I'll be staying for coaching. Hope Ron can grow some hair to pull out. Might be able to get some goodies for door prizes.
Have Balls - Will Travel


RIP Thongprincess/Sawbones