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Invited guests and the committee at Ballingeary ICA Guilds 50 Anniversary celebrations last Wednesday
The ladies of Ballingeary ICA celebrated their recent 50th anniversary with a dinner and party in Cahir House Hotel on last Wednesday, December 11, 2024.
They were delighted to have ICA National President Mary D'Arcy, Regional South West President Ena Howell, and South Tipperary Federation President Anne Devitt attend on the evening.
The special guests were welcomed to the celebrations by Ballingeary Guild President, Jo Burke.
There were many of the Founder Members present at the celebration The Ballingeary ICA Guild was founded in 1974 and has been meeting at Ballingeary schoolhouse ever since.
They were also joined by members of the Aherlow Guild, the Carrick Guild, Lisronagh and Rathkeevin Guilds all from South Tipperary Federation.
A beautiful cake made by Ballingeary ICA member Siobhan Brennan was cut on the night by National President Mary D'Arcy along with present Ballingeary ICA President Jo Burke and all guests were treated to a slice.
A lovely hamper of local produce sponsored by Traas Apple Farm was presented to National President Mary also.
A lovely meal was served by the staff of Cahir House Hotel.
The Ballingeary Guild Choir led by their leader Grace, added to the celebratory atmosphere.
Long serving member Teresa O'Dwyer was presented with a cake to celebrate her forthcoming 90 birthday which she received with delight.
And with Cian Lafford entertaining the group with an extensive repertoire of magic card tricks and music by his Dad Paul Lafford, everyone danced the night away and a fantastic evening was had by all.
Congratulations to Ballingeary ICA on the momentous and memorable occasion of their 50-year anniversary, long may they continue.
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