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ALPINE OUT & ABOUT
THE ANTARCTIC BLOKES LUNCH JULY
CENTRE TOUR & 4D MOVIE JIMMY’S
We packed our winter woollies and headed for In July, the blokes went to Jimmy's. Jimmy’s is
Antarctica, (well, the next best thing) the famous situated near the new heart of the city and is part
Antarctic Centre in Christchurch. of the Pavilions Hotel. With artefacts and pieces
of Kiwiana on display throughout the restaurant
Who wouldn’t enjoy hanging out with cute little
collected over three generations, it was certainly
critters (and that doesn't just include the penguins
an interesting place to have lunch.
and husky puppies)!
The service was great, the food excellen, and with
The staff at the centre were very welcoming and
a good selection of beer, the blokes were more
attentive. The residents experienced various
than happy!
activities, including feeding penguins, a mock
blizzard, 4D movie and husky dog training
demonstrations. After the tour, everyone enjoyed a MYSTERY VAN TRIP
delicious afternoon tea and was spoiled with a JULY
selection of freshly made scones and tea.
LADIES LUNCH JULY
THE OLD VICARAGE
This month we decided to go south, heading
towards Lincoln to make the destination more
mysterious. However, before too long, most of our
travellers had already guessed that The Store @ Tai
Tapu was our mystery destination.
The ladies had a marvellous time at the Old
Vicarage, a heritage-listed villa on the outskirts of The Store is an interesting and unique blend of food,
Halswell. The food, service and wine were excellent, coffee, wine and giftware, and we enjoyed the
with the ladies vowing to return another day. bright, sunny atmosphere and great coffee.
