IN MEMORIAM

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Paul

We were all in shock this past week upon getting the news that Art Lundy, the first Ireland Supporters Club President, had passed away on February 5th, 2012. The funeral was held on Friday February 10th, 2012 with the wake in the Club the same day. The attendance and the generosity of spirit was so overwhelming that one had to ask, who was this man? Art, as I have already mentioned, was the Club’s first president, he was also a co-founder and long time participant at the Club. Art was also behind the formation of the Gaelic Language classes, that continue today, with the assistance of Seamus de Creag. Sadly Seamus passed away this past January. Art we also knew as a musician. As members of the Club we could stop there, but if you were in attendance at his funeral you would now know the Art was much more. We were humbled to be introduced to that part of Art very few of us knew and this was thanks to his son, his brother and his nephew. Art as a Father, Art as a young man and Art as an uncle, all of these memories and emotions will stay in our hearts forever. Slan leat, ar dheis De go raibh a ainm dilis.

“March”ing On

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Paul

The month of March looks like it will be extremely busy, with the Saint Patrick’s Day after parade party at the Club. We have entertainment with the Irish Rogues and the Kelly School of Irish Dance. Irish Stew will be available. On the 17th, the Club will be open from 11 a.m. with the entertainment starting at 3:30 p.m. and continuing until the wee hours. Celtic Storm and Malachy Kearns providing the afternoon music and the Kelly School of Irish Dance back once again. The evening entertainment will be provided by Tommy Porter and Declan Kidd. Irish Stew is available during the day.

On Sunday, March 25th we will be holding a benefit for Art Lundy. Please keep you eye out for further information as we expect this to be a HUGE event.

Closing out the month there will be a steak dinner sponsored by our friends at RONA, Mississauga.

Club Membership Form

Posted on January 28, 2012 by Paul

Please print a copy of the Club Membership Form and attach a cheque for the memberships fees indicated. You can either leave this for at the Club in the appropriate area or mail it to us at:
4120 Ridgeway Drive, Unit 39
Mississauga, ON
L5L 5R2

“SPRING”ing Forward

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Paul

We have almost reached the end of January and we will have to wait until Groundhog Day (Feb 2nd) to find out how much longer Winter has left. The Club has several events planned for the coming months beginning with the Robbie Burns night on January 28th. This will be followed by a “Bring you Neighbour” games night on on February 4th and our Valentines Day Dance on the 11th. Tickets for the Valentines Day dance are on sale for $35 with dinner being provided by Executive Chef Shawn G. Whale, Owner/Culinary Director – Liaison College Toronto West and Captain of Culinary Team Canada 2009 – 2013.

Menu

Baguette, Calabrese, Crusty Rolls,

Caesar Salad

Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese, Homemade Focaccia Croutons

Marinated Hot House Tomatoes and Bocconcini Cheese

Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Aged Balsamic and Basil Chiffonade

Nappa Cabbage and Mango Salad

Sesame Dressing

Carved Roasted Striploin of Alberta Beef au Jus

Creamed Horseradish

Au Gratin Potatoes (scalloped potatoes)

Chicken Coq au Vin

Red Wine Mushroom Sauce

Penne Pasta with Shrimp and Scallops

Fresh Fruit Platter

Assorted French Pastries

Darts Game # 7, Jan 19, 2011

Posted on January 21, 2012 by Paul

DARTS LEAGUE SCORE SHEET 2011 – 2012

GAME #7 January 19/2012

PLACE	TEAM	DATE	DOUBLES POINTS	TREBLES POINTS	BASEBALL POINTS		TOTAL BASEBALL POINTS	GAME 7	RUNNING TOTAL	POINTS GRAND TOTAL
1?	SUPERSTARS	Jan-19	6	6	6	73	425	18	75	9
2?	DRAGONS	Jan-19	2	6	0	65	420	8	70	9
3?	REBELS	Jan-19	4	0	6	69	429	10	66	9
4?	HEROES	Jan-19	0	0	0	59	437	0	60	9
5?	WARRIORS	Jan-19	4	3	0	50	433	7	61	8
6?	BAMPOTS	Jan-19	4	3	0	53	414	7	75	6
7?	FLYERS	Jan-19	2	3	6	52	396	11	58	4
8?	TORNADOES	Jan-19	2	3	6	56	343	11	39	2

New Year’s Eve Party

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Paul

The 2011/2012 New Year’s Eve Party turned out to be one fantastic night of food and fun. We had an unusually small group, approximately 50, people celebrating the birth of 2012. The food, provided by Robert Fowles, was exceptional and the entertainment, equally good, was the Original Replay Band.

It has been a difficult year economically for everyone and, having discussed this event with a number of members since, it would seem that the format should change if this event is to continue. The Committee will be discussing this at future meetings and, as always, we would request your feedback.

I have attached a link to some photographs of the night:

New Year 2011

darts game#5 dec 15th, 2011

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Anne

Taca na hEireann

The Ireland Supporters Club of Mississauga Inc.

Darts League Results Sheet 2011-2012

Game #5 December 15th, 2011

			Doubles	Triples	Baseball		Total		Running	Grand
Place	Team	Date	Points	Points	Points		B.ball	Game 5	Totals	Totals
1	Warriors	Dec-15	2	6	6	66	326	14	48	8
2	Superstars	Dec-15	6	3	6	62	289	15	54	7
3	Dragons	Dec-15	2	3	6	63	306	11	50	7
4	Heroes	Dec-15	2	3	6	70	309	11	47	7
5	Rebels	Dec-15	4	0	0	62	293	4	46	5
6	Bampots	Dec-15	4	3	0	56	293	7	53	4
7	Flyers	Dec-15	4	3	0	59	295	7	39	2
8	Tornadoes	Dec-15	0	3	0	49	291	3	23	0

Pub Night February 18th, 2012

Darts Gala May 5th, 2011

Christmas at the Club

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Paul

It has been a very busy Christmas schedule to date for the club. The Children’s Christmas Party, organised by Vanessa O’Connor and Sheryl Callow, was a tremendous success with over 70 kids present and of course our own Santa Clause (Gerry Larkin). The entertainment was provided by DJ Kenny. Christmas Eve was equally successful with Tommy Porter providing the entertainment and with the aid of Declan Kidd drawing the winners of our Christmas Eve raffle. The winners were;

1) Jenny Russell (12 karat gold braided stone bangle, donated by the Claddagh House

2) Sheryl Callow (Embassy hemstitched linen tablecloth, donated by the Hearns family)

3) Sue Connolly (Aran knit jacket, donated by Fiona Gowland).

An additional prize of a Christmas Basket (donated by Bentall-Kennedy) was added on the day and was won by Diane Morley.

The Committee would also like to extend our thanks to Mike Shanahan, EM Graphics, for the donation of the raffle tickets for this draw and the many other tickets he seems to produce miraculously upon request.

As we move on through this season we would like to wish you all a very Happy and Healthy New Year.

The Committee

Darts Game #4 Dec 01/2011

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Anne

Darts League Results Sheet 2011-2012

	Game #4	December 01/2011

			Doubles	Triples	Baseball		Total		Running	Grand
Place	Team	Date	Points	Points	Points		B’ball Points	Game 4	Totals	Totals
1	Warriors	Dec-01	0	0	0	52	260	0	34	6
2	Rebels	Dec-01	4	3	0	45	231	7	42	5
3T	Dragons	Dec-01	4	0	6	67	243	10	39	5
3T	Superstars	Dec-01	2	3	6	56	227	11	39	5
5	Heroes	Dec-01	2	3	6	68	239	11	36	5
6	Bampots	Dec-01	6	6	6	53	237	18	46	4
7	Flyers	Dec-01	4	3	0	52	236	7	32	2
8	Tornadoes	Dec-01	2	6	0	39	192	8	20	0

Nollaig Shona agus Athbhliain faoi Mhaise Daoibh

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Paul

Happy Christmas and a Prosperous New Year to all of our members.

This is the busy time for our Club with a number of functions taking place over the coming month. Please do not forget the New Year’s Eve party with entertainment by the Original Replay Band. The tickets for New Years will be available shortly, but you can sign-up at the Club this weekend. Tickets will be available to members only, until December 18th, 2011 and to non-members thereafter. The cost will be $70 per person which includes dinner and the aforementioned entertainment. Christmas Eve will also be a fun afternoon with Tommy Porter on hand to regale everyone and the draw for those wonderful prizes advertised will take place also, tickets are still available from behind the bar or from any Committee member.