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Ní hiad na fir mhóra a bhaineas an fomhar i gcónaí.
(It is not the great men that always reap the harvest)
October 2024
ELVIS PLAYS THE HUTT VALLEY HILTON
SPECIAL NEWS!! Elvis is coming! We have delayed our regular 3rd Friday Music evening to take advantage of a VERY SPECIAL VISIT. So cross off Friday 18 October, and mark Thursday 24 October instead.
We’re having a special MUSIC EVENING. Ireland’s answer to ELVIS will be in the building, performing specially for HVIS members.
He will be backed by regulars SHINDIG. See the attached for details. Remember that the following is Labour Weekend, so you can recover!
GOLF TOURNAMENT
Many of our GOLFERS answered The Call, and gathered at Manor Park on Saturday 12 October.
Brian Gahan and his team of helpers followed-up last year’s TOURNAMENT. And you can see a selection of photos.
Special thanks go to our many sponsors. If you can, please make an effort to support those who support HVIS. You can see contact details for all of the following on our website.Corys | Professionals |
Maser | Bay electrical |
Gahan Energy | Plastercoat |
Bayleys | Gollins Commercial |
Ray Wallace (Ray White) | Anna Manning (Ray White) |
First Class Builders | Boland Plastering |
Bremca | Embassy of Ireland |
Gillespie Young Watson | Joule Products |
Rothbury | Absolute Glass |
New World Lower Hutt | Build A Body |
Butlers Chocolates | Te Aro Brewing |
Brewtown Upper Hutt | Lion |
Pak 'n Save |
QUIZ NIGHT!
Your eyes do not deceive you - you read that correctly.
Our last Quiz Night was so popular we’re holding another one. The same arrangements, time, and place, but different date and Quiz Master.
In other words, Saturday 2 November, 7.45 Start. $10 entry per head, teams of 4-6, answers can be ‘bought’, and there will be a Joker Round. Light Supper will be provided.
So now you know, you better get organising. Get your team together, start practising (watching The Chase on TVOne might be helpful!), and be sure to get to The Club early to secure a table.
DONATED VINYL RECORDS
Recently, we were ‘gifted’ a small collection of Vinyl records, previously owned by an Irish-born local. There are still a few left, but they have been joined by a number of books.
Help yourself to anything on the table at the Club. Any not collected by the end of the month will be passed on to a local Hospice Shop.
FUNDRAISER – MEDECINS SANS FRONTIERES
Join us for a special screening of the award-winning documentary “Where Olive Trees Weep”. All proceeds go to Médecins Sans Frontières for their work in Gaza.
Sunday 3 November at 12 Raroa Road. Doors Open 4pm for 4:30pm screening. Bring cash for $10 suggested admission, Raffles, Afternoon tea, Bar. Donations can also be made through our fundraising page.
A guided discussion follows the screening, and you will be at the Premiere performance of the original song "From Auschwitz to Gaza".
SPEND HALLOWEEN WITH THE IRISH MAMMIES
Join Irish Mammies in NZ and Wellington Irish for a ‘spooktacular’ Halloween Party! Enjoy Halloween games, ghost stories, and a spooky treasure-hunt in the gardens. They'll have a sausage sizzle, salads, and drinks for both kids and adults, plus plenty of space for the little ones to run around!
Join them at Innermost Gardens, Mt Victoria, Sunday 3 November from 2pm -5pm for this FREE event. Please register for tickets so they know numbers for catering.
Bring your family, and come dressed in your favourite costumes!
How to get there:
Driving: Parking is available beside Victoria Bowling Club (at top of Pirie St), by the playground and at the top of Majoribanks St
Bus: Number 2 bus will get you there too - get off just before the tunnel on the Mt Vic side.
Bike: The gardens are secure and there is space for your bike near the hall.
Walk: Take the kids for a spooky walk up Majoribanks St or through the Green Belt!
SURE, IT’S GRAND!
You need to visit 12 Raroa Road to see our latest acquisition: a near 7-metre-long artwork by renowned artist Mary-Louise Browne.
It was, fittingly, a ‘GRAND’ occasion, so, of course, there is a full collection of David Duffy’s photos of “The Reveal”, but see it for yourself as well.
FILM CLUB
This month we’re having a look at Never Rarely Sometimes Always (2020). A pair of teenage girls in rural Pennsylvania travel to New York City to seek out medical help after an unintended pregnancy.
The cast includes Ryan Eggold, Sharon Van Etten, Sidney Flanigan, Talia Ryder, Théodore Pellerin.
The next screening will be on Thursday 31 October at 7.30pm. As usual the Bar will be open, there is no cover charge, and all members and their guests are welcome.
BOOK CLUB
“Reading is an exercise in empathy; an exercise in walking in someone else’s shoes for a while.” - Malorie Blackman
The Book Club is holding its next meeting on Thursday 14 November, from 7.30 pm. Their selection is Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell. If you’re interested in joining the group, or maybe starting your own, get a copy of the book to read, and just turn up to their session.
CAPITAL IRISH RADIO SHOW NEEDS YOU!
Capital Irish is looking for anyone who might be interested in being a presenter. It's a weekly radio show on Wellington Access Radio (106.1FM). Whether you have some experience or very little, the team is willing to offer support and guidance as you learn the ropes.
The 30 minute show is usually pre-recorded on a Thursday evening, and aired on Sunday at midday. The essence of the programme is usually centered around Irish news, local events and activities with an Irish flavour, as well as interviews and live music from visiting Irish musicians. It also includes book and movie reviews and on occasion some political views/reviews.
You can listen back to previous shows through their Facebook page or through the website. If you would like to know more contact them through their Facebook page.
Go raibh maith agaibh
Mark Your Diaries
NOW !
Thursday 24 October | Music Evening with ELVIS |
Sunday 27 October | Pot Luck Dinner |
Thursday 31 October | Film Club |
Friday 1 November | Darts night |
Saturday 2 November | Quiz Night |
Thursday 14 November | Book Club |
Friday 8 November | Cards night |
COMINGS & GOINGS
Desiree & I are delighted to welcome our new grand-daughter, Wynne Margaret (Winnie), who made her entrance to the world on Friday 11 October. Charlotte, Gareth, and Fred, are as delighted as we are.
ROSE OF TRALEE
Does HVIS have any aspiring entrants? We have an outstanding record over the past 20-25 years. So now is a good time to talk to friends, relations, and family members to identify potential entrants.
If you know of anyone, encourage them to get in touch with roseco-ordinator@huttirish.org.nz.
The likely date for the 2025 NZ Rose selection is the first weekend in May, in Christchurch. But the earlier candidates identify themselves, the more assistance we can offer.
HALLOWEEN POT LUCK
Remember: the next Pot Luck (27 October) will have a “Halloween” theme, so dress up the kids, brew up spooky food, and be prepared for a few games and hi-jinks.
MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTIONS 2024-2025
HVIS’ Financial Year ends on 31 March, which means, of course, that your subscription for the new year is now due. Our thanks to those who’ve already paid their Subscription. For everyone else:
1. See the website for Subscription rates
2. Make payments by DIRECT CREDIT to account number 06-0529-0416815-00. (Use your family name as the reference (or your phone number if you have to use numbers)
3. Tell us you’ve paid by completing the Renewal Form.
You’re of course welcome to invite friends to the Club, but when you do, why not suggest they join up? Especially if they are more or less ‘regular’ visitors. We have forms at the Club for new members, and the subscription rates are LOW!
CELEBRATE SAMHAIN
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COUNTY GAZETTEER
Vital stats for each Irish County
County: Dublin / Contae Bhaile Átha Cliath
Province: Leinster
County town: Dublin
Area: 356 sq mi (922 km2) (Rank: 30th)
Highest elevation (Kippure): 2,484 ft (757 m)
Population (2022): 1,458,154 (Rank: 1st)
Motto:"Beart do réir ár mbriathar" "Action to match our speech"
Website: Dublin City Council
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Published by: Hutt Valley Irish Society.
12 Raroa Rd, Lower Hutt, Phone: (04) 569-6139
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