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We are pleased to announce a new game - Bagh-Chal!
Bagh-Chal: Tigers and Goats is an asymmetrical game for two players. Each of the two sides plays differently. For this reason, we recommend playing a series of two games.
We hope that you will like our newest game!
- Two New Discussion Boards
We've got two new discussion boards:
Hypothetical Questions &
Warning Labels. They both promise to be entertaining. Check 'em out! You can find more information about them in the
Discussion Boards in the Spotlight section of this newsletter.
- 2023 Summer Olympics Results
Perfect timing! It's been almost exactly one year since the start of the games, and we're almost ready to start the 2024 matches.
Congrats to the winning players and team.
Team with most points: The
2023 Summer Olympics dingbat Memorial Club - all members received the (unknown photo) Profile Token and a Golderos prize!
- Player with most points: wallywalter, with 322.167 points. This is his 9th Gold win!
- Silver medalist: AndrewB, with 176 points. This is his 8th Silver win!
- Bronze medalist: TrueIndian, with 164 points. This is his 1st Bronze win!
Team Scores
to all the volunteers who made these Olympic games possible! And thank you to all who participated.
- Join now to play in the 2024 Summer Olympics!
It's time to join The
GoldToken's Olympics Master Club if you'd like to play in the 2024 Summer Olympics. See the news item,
Join Now to Play in GoldToken's 2024 Summer Olympics!, for more information.
Wishing you much luck and tons of fun!
--
heyred72
In this month's newsletter, we have:
Birthdays & Special Announcements
Photozone Competition
Discussion Boards in the Spotlight
Photo Album of the Month
Game of the Month
Club VS Club Tournament of the Month
Best Recipe Contest
Pony Up!
Crafters' Fair
Up Front & Personal
Testimonial of the Month
Contest of the Month
Caption Contest
Icon Mania!
Shout Out!
Olympic News
 | Birthdays & Special Announcements |  |
-- Happy Birthday to
bestgremlin on June 1st! From The
Friendship Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
wabasco on June 2nd! -
-- Happy Birthday to
Blueyebrunet on June 2nd! - From
The Wolf Pack Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
Katsterr on June 3rd! - From
The Wolf Pack Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
cindygal on June 4th! From
The Pork Chop Club, The
He's Alive Club & The
Scoop's Castle Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
izzy on June 4th! From The
Scoop's Castle Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
katja on June 9th! - From The
Daily Laugh Club, The
Friendship Club, The
Classic TV & Music Club, The
Prime Time TV Club,The
He's Alive Club, The
To Your Health Club and
The Pork Chop Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
Chimera on June 10th! - From The
Friendship Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
LyndiLoo on June 10th! - From The
Daily Laugh Club, The
Classic TV & Music Club, The
Prime Time TV Club,The
To Your Health Club ,The
Word O'Rama Club & The
Scoop's Castle Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
fladutchess on June 10th! - From The
Prime Time TV Club
-- Happy Birthday to
postal-guy on June 11th! - From The
Daily Laugh Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
gypsyjan on June 11th! - From The
Friendship Club and The
Scoop's Castle Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
angie on June 11th! - From The
Friendship Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
Honeybear on June 14th! - From The
Backgammon Tournament Club and { Club } -
-- Happy Birthday to
game_77 on June 15th! - From The
Word O'Rama Club, The
Friendship Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
JohnDerek on June 15th! - From The
To Your Health Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
nightingale on June 17th! -
-- Happy Birthday to
TimeBomb on June 21st! - From The
Renegades Gaming Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
mcinturff on June 22nd - From The
Renegades Gaming Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
GameNut on June 23rd! - From The
Monkeytyper's Gaming Paradise Club, The
Classic TV & Music Club, The
To Your Health Club and { Club } -
-- Happy Birthday to
Gerry O of the Wolf Pack on June 24th - From
The Wolf Pack Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
Jacob1987 on June 24th! - From The
Friendship Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
Fade on June 25th! - From The
Daily Laugh Club, The
Scoop's Castle Club & The
Friendship Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
LittleTree on June 27th! - From
The Wolf Pack Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
GailorJ54 on June 27th! -
-- Happy Birthday to
Pamelak on June 27th! - From The
Scoop's Castle Club, The
Word O'Rama Club & The
Friendship Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
The Viking on June 28th! - From The
To Your Health Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
SandyPaws on June 30th! - From The
Daily Laugh Club,
The Pork Chop Club -
-- Happy Birthday to
jd91 on June 30th! - From The
Classic TV & Music Club ,
The Wolf Pack Club and The
Daily Laugh Club -
Anniversary & Other Wishes:
-- Happy Anniversary to
Badger for 15 great years of running GoldToken! -
-- Happy Wedding Anniversary
goes out to
seabird and her husband
dick turpin on June 21st!
-- Happy Wedding Anniversary
goes out to
Ana and her husband
willy on June 24th!
-- Happy Wedding Anniversary
goes out to
oldog and her olgoat, er...husband...on June 27th!
-- Happy Wedding Anniversary
goes out to
meme22 and her husband
Mike K of the Renegades on June 30th!
* If you would like to announce any birthdays, anniversaries or other special events coming up for next month, please send GoldToken's Newshound a message before the 25th of this month, so we can give them a shout out in next month's newsletter! (Please keep all announcements upcoming and not belated. Announcements submitted after the newsletter is published, cannot be put in after the fact, we're sorry!)
Scheherizade, with (unknown photo), is May's Photozone competition winner!
She won the challenge with
votes and will be awarded with a profile token.
wgh came in 2nd place with 16 votes for (unknown photo).
(steelbound) came in 3rd place with 11 votes for (unknown photo).
to all the winners and
to all of the members who participated either by submitting photos or voting and commenting.
We had a total of 
entries and 
votes this month. 
Without you all, this competition wouldn't be active.
You can view all the images submitted for the Photozone Competition by using the following link
Photozone Zepher's Album titled Technology #2
Join us @ Photozone
The theme for June's competition will be:
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| Brought to you by: LittleTree |
Hypothetical Questions - There's a new board in GoldToken town you might want to check out, hosted by
PattyMac! A hypothetical question is a question based on an opinion or personal belief, rather than facts. First question on the board is: "If you were a transformer, what vehicle would you turn into?" All kinds of possibilities with this question that players can come up with! Give it a try or stop by to see all the answers players give. Might be serious or give you a chuckle!
Warning Labels - Warning Labels - "A statement or event that indicates a possible or impending danger, problem, or other unpleasant situation:
OR It can be silly, funny,
even ridiculous." Wow! Another new discussion board for GoldToken. We've all seen those labels on products, some even causing eye rolls.
I mean, really?! Check out this board for some warnings that will tickle your funny bone or post your own that you remember or find online. Maybe even post an image of one you've found online.
Polls - Congrats goes out to
Lil Red, for her poll,
My choice for May's monthly poll is...! With more than HALF the votes, it was a landslide. Way to go!! You, too, could win prestige and a fancy Profile Token! Send your poll suggestion (a question and several possible answer choices) to
Pollmaster for consideration.
| Photo Album of the Month |
| Brought to you by: ladyvic |
The theme for May was "My Favorite Month"
fatdaddy's Album titled October - My Favorite Month Watch for your token coming soon!
PattyMac's Album titled Sept You win a 2nd place token coming soon!
June will have a fun theme. I hope lots of you will participate!
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This will be lots of fun! So start working on your albums and join us! Post your entry on the Photo Album Contest discussion board. You may be the next to win a cool token!
ladyvic
June's game of the month is
Skat! Join us in a fun Double Elimination Tournament by signing up today for
The Game of the Month - June 2024 - Skat Tournament!
Skat is a three-player card game, similar to spades or whist. Check out the
Rules of Skat for more details.
We hope you enjoy it!
| Club ~VS~ Club Tournament of the Month |
June's game of the month is
Connect Six! Join us in a fun Round Robin Style Tournament by signing your club up today.
Please notify
PattyMac to join or post in the The
Site Wide Club vs Club Tournament Club. Hope to see you there!
May's winner is:
Luscious Blackberry Marbled Cheese Cake Cheese Squares
Ingredients:
For the crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the filling:
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
For the blackberry swirl:
1 cup blackberries
1/4 cup sugar
1 tbsp water
1 tsp cornstarch
Directions:
Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
In a blender, puree blackberries, sugar, water, and cornstarch until smooth. Strain to remove seeds, set aside.
Beat cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in sour cream.
Pour cream cheese mixture over crust. Dollop blackberry sauce on top and use a knife to create swirls.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until set but slightly wobbly in the center. Cool, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours (including chilling) | Kcal: 320 kcal per serving | Servings: 16
GoldToken's
**YANKEE ROSE*JR FRANK PAB will receive a "one-time" access to the entire list of site icons, and can select any one that is not currently being used by another player, regardless of membership level (Silver and Wood members can keep the icon for 1 year!). Please send a big
to
**YANKEE ROSE*JR FRANK PAB!
June's recipe contest is: "All About Beans". The winner will be given a "one time" access to the entire list of site icons, and can select any one that is not currently being used by another player, regardless of membership level (Guests, Wood and Silver members can keep the icon for 1 year!). Rules:
- Entries must be posted by the recipe guardian/creator on the Cutting Board DB.
- Recipe must be original and have never been posted on the Cutting Board DB before.
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It's hard to believe 2024 is almost half over. A big
to all who support the
Pony Up! board and continue to make it a fun place to be!
We had a special Mother's Day tribute to mothers this month, with all players entering receiving a special gift token. There were many touching, beautiful entries, honoring mothers.
Another contest was a GoldToken Word Search to see how many words could be found from the word GoldToken. I was amazed at just how many words our players found!
Jools found the most with 205 words and
Big Giant Head came up with 157.
guys!
May Winners
ladyvic JanuarySnowAngel jd91 Meeshamouse Zanda gertess fatdaddy * Sassy_Angel * **YANKEE ROSE*JR FRANK PAB Jools Mignon Big Giant Head z71cat.
| Crafters' Fair- Hosted by sallyp(unknown photo) |
The winner of May's craft vote was
sallyp with (Unknown post).
June is "anything you like" month.
Let's see what a varied selection of different crafts we can find.
If you are not a crafter, have a look online see what takes your fancy.
Post your picture on the Crafters' Fair discussion board.
To make it easier to do the poll, please post your entry as A New Comment 
Everyone that takes part will get a Participation token and the winner will get a special token, and will be found using a poll at the end of the month.
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We would like to say
to
loondog for letting us step into their personal life for a bit.
1. How'd you choose your name for GT?
- Our last dog
was part lab and coon hound, we always called her a loon, so she was a “loondog”. I borrowed her name when I joined here.
2. What interests you most on GT? Do you have a favorite game?
- I have a lot going on right now, with my sick husband,
so in times of stress 
, I find it to be an escape. I also think that it keeps my mind sharp.
- My favorite games are all of the Rummikub games.
3. What state or country do you reside in? What do you think tourists should definitely see?
- I live in rural western Pennsylvania in the Allegheny Mountains. It is so beautiful here, no matter what the season. Pennsylvania has lots of great history, fun parks (unknown photo) and activities (unknown photo) and most importantly, great scenery. (unknown photo)
4. What hobbies do you have?
- I love to read
and watch movies, especially the classic movies. 
is also a hobby that is high on my list.
5. Children? Grandchildren?
- 2 children
and 5 grandchildren 
6. Do you work? What kind of work do/did you do?
- I am retired now but I was an accountant.
7. Any pets?
- Not at this time, but have had many cats
and dogs 
throughout the years.
8. Are you under 30?___ 30 to 50? ___ or over 50? Male or Female?
- Over 50 and female.
9. Favorite food?
- Oh, that’s easy, whatever is put in front of me at the time. (unknown photo)
10. What's the farthest you've been from home?
- England and Norway. I love to cruise anywhere.
11. If you could be anywhere right now, where would that be?
- I would love to be in Florida right now, with my grandchildren. (unknown photo)
12. Favorite season?
- Spring
13. Favorite movie?
- Wow, that is a tough one, I love so many. I have seen Random Harvest, An Affair to Remember, Moonstruck and Brooklyn many times.
14. If you could meet anyone (living or dead) in the world, who would it be?
- Walt Disney, I would love to have a good chat with him.
If there are any questions you would like to see asked in future interviews, please let us know.
Laura
laura lee
| Testimonial Of The Month |
| Brought to you by: *GoldToken* Players |
My player name is
Mignon. I am from Massachusetts, I joined Gold Token on June 22nd, 2002.
My favorite games are 121 pt. cribbage and backgammon and its variants. I also like a variety of card games, Ludo and variants, and word games. One of the things I like best about this game site is the wide variety of games offered.
I have not personally met many of the people from GoldToken, but I have made a lot of friends. Many years ago though, I did meet my friends
sallyp and her husband Jim
Specialsteel from England, when they visited Boston for Jim's work.I met them at the subway station and took them to Plymouth to see the Mayflower II, Plymouth Rock, and some of the other interesting sights that tourists enjoy in "America's Hometown". We are still friends to this day. I also belong to The
Sallyp and Friends Club here on Gold Token.
I am also an animal lover, especially dogs. I have raised and shown Weimaraners for nearly 50 years in dog shows, obedience competitions, hunt tests, and also have done volunteer work with my dogs as registered therapy dogs.
Have a lovely day!
Mignon
Best Short Story
June's contest is:
Best Short Story posted on the
Writing With Style DB.
- This year's writing contest topic is: "My Dream Vacation".
- Rules:
- 500 words or less
- Story must be original work posted by the writer on the Writing With Style DB.
- Story may not have been posted on the Writing With Style DB before.
- Stories must be posted no later than 11:59PM, Pacific Time, Wed, June 26.
- Please use CONTEST as the subject line for your entry and be sure to give your story a title.
Winner will be chosen by poll and announced in next month's newsletter. The prize is 5
Golderos!
We have a winner for 2024's Club of the Year!
to The
Horsin' Around at GT Club, owned by
Hillbilly! This popular club plays a wide variety of games and has their own set of club icons. There's a definite theme.
All current members of The
Horsin' Around at GT Club will receive a special Profile Token to commemorate their win. Our graphics team is hard at work, designing it.
The Caption Contest winner for the May, 2024, newsletter is
Mignon with:
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Look, Grandma! I caught the Puddy Tat!! I caught the Puddy Tat!!
Mignon!
To enter June's Caption Contest, click on the image below and post your best caption.
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The winner will be chosen by our news team, given 5
Golderos and announced in next month's newsletter.
Make sure you are subscribed to the
Icon Mania Board, as we have had 3 Winners for the awesome
GoldToken's Icon Fairy Tokens. If you win, you can pick the one you would like on your profile.
There are a couple of Father's Day name icons in row 2. Mid-month, I will put out 4th of July celebration name icons so be watching for those. In the meantime, you will find an assortment of name icons here:
Name Icons. Don't forget to check out the
Icon Of The Day.
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SHOUT OUT! to
JCavanaugh - from Boston, MA, member since 2022. "
I'm here mostly for Backgammon & Grabble (and most of their variants), but I dabble in Dots, All Aboard, & Salvo as well. I like playing and improving and don't mind at all getting whupped in the process. I welcome random invites for those games and I'm always up for a rematch, regardless of who won last time." Thank you for being such a committed member of GoldToken We're glad you're a member of our GoldToken family,
JCavanaugh
SHOUT OUT! to
Buzz Lightyear - from Florida, member since 2024.
We're so glad you joined us here .Thank you for being such a valued member of GoldToken and we're glad you're a member of our GoldToken family
Buzz Lightyear!
SHOUT OUT! to
Jack 55 - member since 2007. A worthy opponent in the Backgammon games and Salvo Plus. We enjoy seeing your picture on your profile and the ones in your album. Thank you being such a dedicated member of GoldToken and we're glad you're part of our GoldToken Family
Jack 55
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| Brought to you by: GoldToken's Olympic Presidents |
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Competitions are published when gold, silver & bronze winners have been determined (unknown photo)
- Do you have a special story, poem or testimonial you would like to share? How about some club news, announcements or any other special events? Then don't delay, send GoldToken's Newshound your submissions today! We look forward to hearing from you!
** (Please note: All submissions are added on a first come first serve basis.) **
Did you find the hidden coin in the newsletter (unknown photo)? Our winner last month was heyblue32. to him for spotting it and being the first to send a message to GoldToken's Newshound. We would like to give everyone a chance to play this fun game and win 5 Golderos,so you will only be eligible to win the Coin Hunt once every six months.
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