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132 Commerce St PO Box 620 Glastonbury, CT 06033 Ph. (860) 633-9691
President’s Message
Dear Fellow Members,
We kicked off our season with a great Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day event on September 21st. The weather
was perfect for our second annual Cornhole Tournament, which was lots of fun! Thanks to the Griffith and
Mulcahey Academies of Irish Dance for entertaining the crowd, and to the GAA for the demonstrations out on
the field. Many thanks to the committee who worked tirelessly to plan and carry out this event along with all the
volunteers who helped make this happen.
Elections will be held Sunday, September 29th from 2 to 4 pm and Friday, October 4th from 6 to 8 pm in
the upstairs hall. More details on the members running are included in this Newsletter. Please stop by and
cast your vote and remember to bring your current membership card and a photo ID.
Finally, I want to thank all the officers who are stepping down this year after many years of dedicated service: Peter Hart, Shelia Dupuis Green, Liz Saunders, Kathy Saimininkas, and Rick Breen.
It has been my pleasure to serve as your President for the past two years. We have done great
things together and I am certain that will continue with the new slate of officers.
All the best,
Elizabeth O’Leary
President
Irish American Home Society Inc.
OCTOBER 2019 NEWSLETTER
ENTERTAINMENT
October 4 - The Rising October 18 - The Coracles
October 11 - Highland Rovers Trio October 25 - Jeff Conlon
All Entertainment begins at 7:30 pm unless otherwise noted
Friday, October 11th
New Member screening at 6 pm Monthly Meeting at 7:30 pm
FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS
October 4 - Bears BBQ October 18 - Roadside Dogger October 11 Rolling Tomato October 25 - TBD
Members—kindly refrain from bringing food in from 6—8 pm on Friday evenings We appreciate your support for the Food Trucks!
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SIGN IN YOUR GUESTS!!
PROTECT YOUR CLUB! State liquor control laws mandate that private
clubs maintain a guest book where non-member guests are required to register and
be signed in by the member. Please ensure
that your guests are properly signed
in…help protect your club! Failure to
comply with the liquor laws may result in fines
or other penalties such as closure of our pub
for a period determined by the Liquor Control
Commission. Please remember that you are
responsible for the conduct of your guests and they must depart the premises when
you depart…no exceptions. This is your
club…protect it at all times! Please
remember that outside beverages are
prohibited at all times. Thank you for
your cooperation.
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NEW MEMBER SCREENING The Board of Directors are available to screen any potential new members beginning at 6 pm on meeting nights (the 2nd Friday of each month). Successful candidates will be sworn in the same night, during the monthly meeting at 7:30 pm. ***************************************************
MEMBERS Please refrain from scheduling any
parties or gatherings on Friday nights in
the Pub downstairs. It is our busiest
night of the week and many of our regular
members can not find a seat because of
the increased number of non-member
guests that have been coming down. We
want you to welcome your friends and
family, but please be courteous to your
fellow members and limit the number of
guests you invite on Friday nights.
Thanks for your cooperation!
TRIVIA NIGHT (hosted by the Glastonbury Parade Committee)
November 16th, 2019 at 6 pm
IAHS Upstairs Hall; $15 per person
Maximum Team size of 8
Contact Jessica Dunn; 860-681-3347 or
[email protected] *******************************************************************************************************************
SAVE THE DATE November 29 - Lights of Love December 8 - Irish shopping Day
Parade Fundraisers January 25 - West Hartford Reception February 1 - Glastonbury Dinner
February 9 - East Hartford Dinner
February 16 - 5 C’s Reception More details to follow in upcoming Newsletters
LIFETIME MEMBERS
RECEPTION
Sunday, October 6, 2019 at 2 pm A reception will be held on October 6th to award
Lifetime Membership to those members that have achieved the following requirements:
• Be a member for 25 continuous years,
• Be 65 years of age; and
• Dues must be current (2019 dues must be
paid).
Please note that you must contact the
Membership Secretary in order to establish
your eligibility. As most of the applications lack
a date of birth, we rely on each member to let us know they are eligible. The reception will
begin at 2 pm followed by light fare.
I want to thank all 115 players who participated
in making the 37th Annual Irish Golf
Classic, held on Friday, September 6th, 2019
at Blackledge Country Club, Hebron, CT, to
benefit the IAHS Scholarship Fund, a great
success! Thank you to Michael’s Catering for providing the food for the event as well. The
food was fantastic as always!
I also want to thank the Tee Sponsors this
year: The Staunton Family, Inflatable Pubs,
Wentworth-Deangelis Insurance, The Traceys, The Hickey Family, Nevins Law Group, The
IAHS Monday & Thursday Golf Leagues, The
GAA, The 5 C’s, Irish Northern Aid, Mulryan
Funeral Home, GF Enterprises III LLC, Taco
Bell, Westway Construction, McBride Carpet,
AOH Hartford Chapter, Mulcahey School of
Dance, Sean Clark ESQ. of Kenny, Brimmer &
Mahoney LLC, and Hartford Fire Fighters -
Emerald Society.
Many thanks to all the Volunteers who helped
with setting up, working Tournament
Registration, working the raffle & helping with
clean up. They are: Kathy Blake; Lea Sartori;
Kevin, Molly and Maggie Long; Derek, Katie &
Liam Roche; Jenn Hedges; Sana & Peter Hart; Jim Byram; Allan Scarfone and especially
Colleen Kissane.
Additional thanks to the raffle prize donors,
Eamon Flanigan, Pat Mahoney, Kevin Long
and Allan Scarfone! Hope to see you all next
year in September for the 38th Annual Irish Golf Classic!
Regards—Tom Pilch
ELECTIONS Nominees: President
Mary Sayers DaMotta
Kevin Long Vice President
Ted Lloyd
Thomas Pilch Sargent-at-Arms
George Ferguson
Johnmichael O’Hare Board of Directors (3 year term)
Michael Hickey Stephen Miskell Board of Directors (2 year term)
Barry Callahan
Brian Hodlin Elizabeth O’Leary
Uncontested officer positions: Recording Secretary Eileen K. Moore Financial Secretary Kathleen Colletti Membership Secretary Marigrace Riley Assistant Membership Secretary Jennifer Hedges Corresponding Secretary Margaret Moriarty
There were no nominations for the position of Treasurer. The President will follow the By Laws for the filling of this important vacancy.
Elections will be held: Sunday, September 29, 2019, from 2 to 4 pm. and Friday, October 4, 2019, from 6 to 8 pm. Results will be announced on October 4th following tabulation. Voting will occur in the Upstairs Hall. You must be a Member in Good Standing, as of March 31, 2019 to be eligible to vote. You must also present your Membership Card to cast your vote and a photo ID. Per the By Laws, only those members whose dues are paid by March 31, are “eligible to vote” in the Annual Election.
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HARTFORD GAA
Kevin Barry Invitational On Saturday, October 26th, the hurlers will be hosting a 7s tournament at the Irish Home. Stay tuned for more details by checking out our website hartfordgaa.com or visiting us on Facebook @HartfordGAAClub.
Sports Night 2019 – Honoring John and Mary Gorman. Join us for a night of dinner, dancing, & music as we honor John and Mary Gorman, as well as recognize the efforts of the past season. Saturday, November 2nd Doors open at 6 pm. Dinner will start serving at 7 pm. Cash bar and we will have great raffle prizes on hand!!! $40 per person, to get tickets or reserve a table (10 or more) call Daniel Ustach at 860-989-1965. ******************************************************
IRISH NORTHERN AID The Hartford Unit of Irish Northern Aid meets the 3rd
Friday of every month at 8 pm in the Upstairs Hall of
the Irish American Home. Since 1970, the Irish Northern Aid Committee has been at the forefront in
support of the struggle for freedom, justice, and self-
determination for all the people of Ireland. For more
information, contact Tom McBride (860) 983 - 0846.
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The Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) Division
#2 and Ladies AOH meets on the first Thursday of
each month at 7:30 pm in the Downstairs Lounge.
The AOH is an Irish Catholic organization that promotes and encourages participation in our
religion, charity and Irish culture, following the motto,
“In Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity”.
For more information contact John Slevin
www.hartfordaoh.com
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Memorial Funds Please consider naming one of two funds the IAHS
has established over the years to receive memorial
donations upon your passing. Both funds are
intended to memorialize our deceased loved ones
while benefiting our members. The first is our
Scholarship Fund which was established to grant
educational scholarships to the children of members
in good standing. Scholarships are awarded in June
of each year. The second fund is our Building Renovation Fund, established to help fund the
proposed new building and any additional renovation
needs for the existing building.
Sympathy to the Family of:
Richard McCall
Get Well Wishes are extended to: Karen Breen
Mike Hurley
Dan O’Connell
HALL RENTALS Our Upstairs and Downstairs Halls are available to rent for parties and gatherings. Please contact Elizabeth O’Leary at (860) 888-8200 [email protected] or Mary DaMotta at (860) 881-5092 [email protected] for available dates and rates. They have the ability to check dates electronically. Please keep in mind the downstairs hall is only available for rent to members in good standing. Any Satellite organizations (namely, Irish Northern Aid, Ancient Order of Hibernians, or the Gaelic Athletic Association) wishing to rent halls, should contact Dan O’Connell at (860) 633-9691. Normal protocols that have been established for these Satellite groups must be followed. ********************************************************************************************************************************
IRISH SET DANCE CLASSES Traditional Irish country set dancing classes are held on
Wednesday evenings (except the fourth Wednesday of
the month). This is a cultural function of the Irish
American Home Society and there is no charge. The
only requirements are hard-soled shoes and a little
stamina. Classes begin at 7 pm. For more information,
please call John Droney at (860) 521-2696. ********************************************************************************************************************************
Seisiun Every 1st and 3rd Sundays Live traditional Irish music continues on the 1st
and 3rd Sundays of each month at the Irish
American Home Society, from 4 to 6 pm. Come
join the singers and musicians at this open
seisiun. Listen or play along with the lively jigs
and reels…sing a song if you are so inclined…or
simply relax and enjoy the music of Ireland. A
slow music seisiun is held on the third Sunday
from 3 to 4 pm. This is an opportunity to learn
Irish music. For more information, contact Liz Raymond (860) 614-9431. ********************************************************************************************************************************
WEEKLY CARD GAME Enjoy playing cards? Every Thursday evening at 7 pm.
in the downstairs lounge, members and guests are
invited to join in a friendly game of Setback. ******************************************************************************************************************************
HONOR GUARD It is this Society’s tradition to honor our deceased
members by the presence of an Honor Guard at
the funeral service and interment. While we have
several dedicated members who faithfully
participate in this tradition, we would like to
ensure a full complement at each service. If you are interested in participating when the need
arises, please contact
Charlie Murray at (860) 633-0663 or
Kathleen Blake at (860) 633-0587. The Honor Guard will participate in the funeral ser-
vices for all members when the member has previ-
ously requested or the family requests our services.
If you would like to have an Honor Guard at a mem-
ber’s funeral, please call Charlie or Kathleen to
advise them of the arrangements.
Newsletter deadline is October 15th in order to
be included in the November edition.
No exceptions. Please send contributions, in
WORD FORMAT only, to
2018-2019
IAHS Officers
President Elizabeth O’Leary (860) 888-8200
Vice President Mary DaMotta
(860) 881-5092 [email protected]
Recording Secretary
Eileen K. Moore (860) 977-9700
Treasurer Kevin Long
(860) 716-2513 [email protected]
Financial Secretary
Liz Saunders (860) 951-5269
Membership Secretary Kathy Saimininkas
Assistant Membership Secretary Marigrace Riley (860) 830-6055
Corresponding Secretary Margaret Moriarty (860) 563-0804
Sergeant at Arms
Rick Breen (860) 633-4796
Board of Directors
Peter Hart (860) 729-1867
Sheila Dupuis Green
(860) 918-7177
Colleen A. Kissane (860) 614-6440
Paul O’Sullivan (203) 537-7253
Jim Droney (860) 713-8864
Permitee Dan O’Connell 860-633-9691
GOOD AND WELFARE If you know of any member who is
ill, in the hospital or has passed
away, please contact Margaret
Moriarty (860) 563-0804 or
[email protected] so that an
appropriate remembrance may be
sent on behalf of the membership.
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IRISH AMERICAN HOME SOCIETY INC. 132 Commerce Street / P.O. Box 620
Glastonbury, Connecticut 06033
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7 pm Set Dancing
3 7 pm Set Back
4 ELECTIONS Bears BBQ
THE RISING
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6 2 pm Lifetime
Members Reception
SEISUN 4 to 6 pm
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St. Patrick’s Pipe Band
8 7:30 pm Board Meeting
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7 pm Set Dancing
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7:30 pm AOH Meeting 7 pm Set Back
11 7:30 pm
Monthly Meeting Rolling Tomato HIGHLAND ROVER TRIO
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14
St. Patrick’s Pipe Band
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16 7 pm Set Dancing
17 7 pm Set Back
18 Roadside Dogger
THE CORACLES
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20 SEISUN 4 to 6 pm
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St. Patrick’s Pipe Band
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24 7 pm Set Back
25 Food Truck: TBD
JEFF CONLON
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28
St. Patrick’s Pipe Band
29 30 7 pm Set Dancing
31 Happy Halloween!
OCTOBER 2019
The Irish American Home Society presents The Annual Lights of Love event
Friday, November 29, 2019
Make checks payable to IAHS Individual making the donation:
Name: ____________________________________
Address: __________________________________
Telephone: ________________________________
Email: ____________________________________
The Lights of Love Christmas tree, sponsored by the Irish American Home Society, is a thoughtful way for you to remember or honor someone you love or admire. A contribution will illuminate one of the lights on the Lights of Love Tree. The name of the person you want honored or memorialized will appear on the “Scroll of Honor” displayed on the Irish American Home Society’s website throughout the holiday season. Christmas Carols, a lighting ceremony and a moment of silence for our loved ones will be included in our ceremony.
Please join us for our Annual Lights of Love Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, November 29th at 5:30 pm
To assure that the name of your loved one will be included in the “Scroll of Honor” please have your donation
sent to the Club no later than Saturday, November 16th
Contribution Form - $5 per name
PLEASE PRINT
Name: __________________________________________This light: In Appreciation
OR In Memory
__________________________________________________This light: In Appreciation
OR In Memory
__________________________________________________This light: In Appreciation
OR In Memory
__________________________________________________This light: In Appreciation
OR In Memory
