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Winter and Bowls in Milwaukee, WI
Winter in Milwaukee, WI invariably arrives with its snow and sub-freezing temperatures. Our greens typically take a rest and some of our bowlers pursue other activities, like curling. Our members gather for an annual potluck dinner, which helps keep us connected until the warmer weather arrives. One of our members (Bob Schneider) just couldn’t stay away…
Summer Party Scores Big
The summer party was held on Sunday, August 23, 2014. We had 34 members and 2 guests in attendance. Thank you to Rebecca Nguyen for preparing all of the delicious food! Anna Witt then organized a pairs game where the afternoon league bowlers chose a partner from among the evening league bowlers. There was some high-spirited play! In one…
Calling All Painters
For the first time in several years, this season we are planning to utilize the West green for league play on alternate weeks. To make the green playable, we need to do some work on the backboards including spot sanding and repainting as well as adding the rink stripes. We will also do some sanding…
Mixed Pairs and Triples Open Bowling Begins May 31
Mixed Pairs and Triples Open Bowling, the Tuesday afternoon league for all club members, begins May 31. Men and women will bowl together on pairs or triples teams. Teams will be determined by the number of people and skill level of those present to bowl each Tuesday. Games start at 1 PM.
Resource for Bowlers
New for 2024 The Resource for Bowlers (pdf) has been released. This excellent 50 page guide introduces bowlers to the game. It provides basic information about the game, hints and clues on proper bowl handling and gives some basic tactical advice. Be sure to review this when you join a club or just to make certain…
Sports Philatelists International – Lawn Bowling Featured
MLPLBA club member Patricia Loehr authored an article in the Journal of Sports Philately featuring the sport of Lawn Bowling. To read the article, go to “Lawn Bowling: it isn’t just your Grandad’s game anymore!” The Journal of Sports Philately is a publication of Sports Philatelists International .