As they say in New Orleans,"Laissez les bons temps Rouler". Let the good times roll. Fun is what we're all about.
We are Branch 146 of Sons in Retirement (SIR),part of a larger organization "devoted to the promotion of independence and dignity of retirement". There are some 157 SIR branches totaling over 20,000 retired men, all located in northern and central California.
This branch membership is about 270- large enough to support many activities and for men to forge lasting friendships and associations.
Branch 146 holds its luncheons on the 2nd Thursday of the month in Walnut Creek, at the restaurant on the grounds of Boundary Oak Golf Course.
Branch 146 members are a congenial group of guys.
A lot of friendships have been formed over the years since the branch's inception in 1988. Energy and a willingness to contribute to the good of the branch are personal qualities that have been dominant factors in our steady growth.
Golfing remains the largest activity, involving half the membership.
Foursomes for regular Tuesday golf are selected randomly using an innovative computer program, which ensures that members play with different players each week. In addition, there are many "away golf" outings throughout the year, some of which include golfers from other branches.
Bowling is another activity. Our bowlers participate in a larger bowling league and in state and other local tournaments.
Bocce ball, table pool, duplicate bridge, party bridge, and cribbage are also part of the branch's activities scheduled once or twice per month.
Many other social groups round out the weekly and monthly social calendars, including three cooking groups, fishing, gardening, investment, four poker groups, the Sirmonicats, SongSirs,theater, veterans, and walkers.
Importantly, members' spouses and significant others participate in some of these social activities including scheduled dances, couples' bridge, ladies day luncheons, wine tasting events, and travel both domestically and internationally.
SIR Branch 146 is,at least in the hearts and minds of its members, second to none!
I you would like to join please print and fill out an application form and email the webmaster for further information.