Published: Friday, 20th November, 2009 10:00am

Book early for Birr Golf Club Annual Captain's Dinner

Birr Golf Club

Captains' Dinner

Members please take note that the Annual Dinner in honour of our Captains Tom and Mary will take place on Sat. 28 Nov. at 7 pm. It is advisable to book early as this is always a most enjoyable night in the Club. This year's music is provided by Paddy Buckley and his band. Tickets are available from the office and from any member of the House Committee. All welcome.

Open 3-Ball Competition

An open 3-ball competition is up and running until April 2010. The response has been very encouraging with a great turn-out over the past two weeks. The competition will be over 18 holes with the best two scores to count at each hole. The teams are composed of any combination ladies/gents and the competition is sponsored by Michael Horan of oran ofBirr Golf Shop and Driving Range, Callaway and Trackman. Three teams will qualify each month with the Grand Final in May 2010. Play will be from Monday to Saturday with the handicap limits of men/20 and ladies/30. Entry is €10 for members and €20 for visitors. This will be an exciting competition over the winter and spring and no doubt will prove attractive to all golfers.

Results

14h Hamper sponsored by Seniors, 1st Dick Johnston (16) 33pts. 2nd John Kelly (14) 32pts. Gross: Billy Donlon 27pts. 3rd Jerome Molloy (12) 31pts.

9h Turkeys. Winners: Pres. Tony McCormack 23pts. Eamon Lowry 22pts, John Kelly 22pts, Seamas Coakley 22pts,

Bridge. 1st Mary O'Gorman and Catherine Morris. 2nd John and Roma Gilmartin.

Membership

Membership of the Glenns is now open for the 2010 season. Now is the time to apply and join a friendly and active club with a wide range of facilities. There is no entry fee and all details can be had from the office. 057 912 0082.

Christmas Vouchers

Membership vouchers are available from Joan in the office. No doubt a voucher is a very acceptable Christmas present for your family and friends. Please ring 057 912 0082 for further information.

LMC

The AGM of the LMC will take place in Grant's Hotel, Roscrea on Tues. 24 Nov. at 8.00pm.

Ladies' golf

14-Hole Hamper. The results of the second Hamper Competition kindly sponsored by Hanlon's Butchers, Birr are as follows: 1st Tessa Foreman 29 points; 2nd Emer Hanniffy 28 points; 3rd Angela Hough 27 points.

2nd Nine Hole Turkey ongoing due to inclement weather.

Dates for your diary. Ladies Branch A.G.M. Friday 20th November 2009 at 8.00 p.m. Your attendance and support would be appreciated.

Captain's Social Night. Saturday, 28th November. A good night guaranteed; good food and dance the night with Paddy Buckley and his band. Do come out to support Captain Tom and Lady Captain Mary.

18th December 2009. Santa in the Glenns.

20th December 2009. Christmas Party Sunday. Details later.

Kevin McGrath

Kevin McGrath is offering great winter coaching for the members.

Special gift voucher packages are available for Xmas.