CHRISTMAS PARTY 2006

The Western Traveller and Intercultural and Development Group, held their Annual Senior Citizen’s Party 10years celebrations at Harmony Hall, Bru Bhride.
The attendance was very good as usual, but the absence of old friends, who sadly passed away during the year, was very evident, even knowing they surely have gone to their heavenly reward.
These good people I refer to are: - former Mayor – Miko Kelly, Mrs Cosgrove, Mag. Ward, Helen O’Leary Mrs. Moggan, Rose Condon, Larry Kavanagh, Big Bernie Ward. Their absence was sadly missed at the event. The Mass, which was celebrated by Fr Farragher, was offered up for them and also prayers were offered for those who were unable to attend due to illness or who were in hospital, such people as Laurence Ward, Maggie Sweeney, and Marty Ward.
We wish them a speedy recovery and best wishes for the year to, come. Some of the speakers at the event were Fr Farragher, Supt Seamus Kane, Mrs Nuala Kelly and Cllr. Martin Ward.
They all spoke of the importance of an inclusive community spirit and working together for the benefit of the whole community.
A four-course meal was prepared and provided by our FAS Community Workers and Volunteers. The food was excellent and everyone enjoyed the day.
Tuam Pilot Music Project provided some entertainment on the fiddle and tin- whistle. All the young people involved enjoyed this experience.
We were provided with spot prizes for everyone who attended the party by various businesses in Tuam and for this we are grateful.
At this year’s event our music group for the dancing was ‘Sunset’ - Noel Glynn and Michael Connolly who were an excellent choice for the evening. Some good dancing skills were very evident not to mention the talent of some good singers.
All had a great day and evening.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who helped to make this year’s party a success the FAS Community Employment Workers, the volunteers and of course we would like to express our sincere thanks and gratitude to all those who sponsored the event.

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