SENIOR TOWN CHAMPIONSHIP SEMI-FINAL
Replay for the Town Championship between John Mitchels and Kerins O’Rahillys is set for next weekend. Time to be decided.
ACTIVE. RETIREMENT PARTY
The 15th year of the Annual Active Retirement party took place at the John Mitchels Club House, John Joe Sheehy Road last Saturday. The frosty morning and hazardous driving conditions did not deter the volunteers from reporting to duty from 7.30a.m. onwards.
Floors were brushed, carpets hoovered and tables and chairs were laid out with military precision under the watchful eye of Pat.
The Christmas decorations were already in place thanks to some of the Bingo volunteers. Up to 150 Patrons began to arrive from 12.30 dressed in their finery fit for a “ball” and were greeted by a glowing fire and the waft of Turkey and Ham cooking in the kitchen.
Fr Finucane kicked off proceedings by saying Grace and helped the volunteers to serve up a delicious traditional Christmas dinner which was enjoyed by all. Credit is due to John Seymour our Chef and his able Assistant Pat Roche for serving up a beautiful meal.
Santa took time out from his busy schedule to attend the party and numerous spot prizes were raffled and given out.
The O’Shea Brothers, Michael Gaffney and Derry O’Shea provided the music. They definitely have the X Factor in entertaining the crowd and such was the quality of their music that Santa himself took to the dance floor. They played many old favourites which brought many memories back to all present. The dance floor was full and many volunteered to sing their party pieces.
Looking at the smiling faces and hearing the laughter and chit chat made all the hard work worthwhile. Certainly Community and the Active Retirement Party held in John Mitchels go hand in hand.
The whole event could not take place without the army of volunteers and the generosity of the many sponsors from the Community. The following businesses supported the event: O’Donoghue’s Chemist, McElligott’s Undertakers, Lee Strand, Students Union IT Tralee, O’Mahonys Bakery, Lidl, David Powers Butchers, Waddings, O’Sullivans Butchers, Geraldine Cronins Hairdressers, Munster Bar, Every Occasion Florist, Flowers by Ann, Dunnes, Tesco and Gallys.
FOR PHOTOS FROM THE PARTY CLICK HERE
BINGO
Our Bingo continues on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday nights. Bingo is a vital fundraiser for the Club and all funds raised from the Bingo goes directly back into the Club and all support is greatly appreciated.
Any member who wishes to volunteer can do so by giving their details to any club officer.
CLUB BAR
Bookings for Parties etc. can be made by phoning 066 7197070
LOTTO
09/12/2014 No Winner
Numbers drawn – 18, 19, 21, 22 – No Winner
Consolation prize winners
€100 – Haulie Lynch c/o Patrons
€25 – Joan Rogers c/o Club
€25 – Paul Brosnan c/o Sportsfield Bar
€25 – Kay Costello – c/o Paddy
€25 – Mary Kerins c/o Bingo
€25 – Seanie Burrows c/o Patrons
Next draw 16/12/2014 – Jackpot €6,000
JOHN MITCHELS SPORTS COMPLEX
Our Sports Complex at Camp Ballyseedy is available for bookings on the Sports Hall and All Weather pitch. The Complex is also open for children’s parties. Further information contact the Club reception on 066 7197070.
SYMPATHY
To the family of Margaret Doyle, Currlea, Lavally, Tuam, Galway and Tralee;
To the family of Irene Hobbert (nee Reidy), Mountain Close, Balloonagh Estate, Tralee;
To the family of Laura Hussey (nee O’Brien), Hillcrest, Listellick North and the Spa, Tralee;
To the family of Noreen Bentley (nee Doran), Balloonagh Estate, Tralee;
To the family of Michael O’Connor, St Anne’s Bungalows, Basin View and formerly of Connolly Park, Tralee;
To the family of Christy Hurley, St Brendan’s Park, Tralee;
To the family of Dermot Quinn, Oakview, Tralee.
May they Rest in Peace