Club Christmas Luncheon
On Wednesday 6th December the club hosted its annual Christmas luncheon for members, wives, partners and guests. As is customary the luncheon was also attended by the President of Omagh Rotary Club and the Captain of Omagh Golf Club, Mr Hugh Gibson and Mr Eamon Cassidy respectively. The guest list also included the widows of former members, seven of whom were able to attend, namely Mrs Rosemary Clements, Dr Kathleen Hinds, Mrs Pamela McClelland, Mrs Margaret Mitchell, Mrs Anna Norton, Mrs Pat Rainey and Mrs Lena Rutledge.
On arrival members and guests were greeted by Vice-President, Mr Felim O’Neill who offered each a glass of sparkling wine or fruit juice – depending on choice. Having taken their seats all were welcomed by club president, Mr Hugh Ward. Grace before the meal was said by Probian, Mr Jim McBain. The two course meal provided by the golf club caterers was of the highest standard and praised by all diners.
Photographers from the local papers where on hand throughout to record the conviviality of the occasion in the run-up to Christmas. Following the meal short speeches of appreciation for hospitality were offered by Mrs Ann McBain on behalf of guests from Omagh Ladies Probus Club, Mr Eamon Cassidy, Captain of Omagh Golf Club and Mr Hugh Gibson on behalf of Omagh Rotary. Hugh entertained all present by reciting the seasonal tale of Rindersilla, a version attributed to Mr Charles Spooner after whom spoonerisms are named. It was a jolly end to a very happy occasion.
