Kitchen Club Night out at Ballyrobin Country Lodge

The Masterchefs of the Rotary Club had a gourmet meal out at the Ballyrobin Country Lodge, where resident Chef and our teacher Jim prepared an excellent tasting menu.

The party was 21 strong and after mulled wine and canapies we were treated to a superb meal with excellent wines.

Members Overseas

Sam Patterson visits R.C of Dr Philips Noon,Orlando

Meeting the President

President Jim and Gloria and Captain Apostolos Bouzakis Master of Celebrity Equinox on Meditteranean cruise

District 1160 Conference Galway

Ardilaun Hotel,Galway was the conference Hotel for the 2012 District 1160 Conference

The Rotary Club of Lisburn was well represented with some 12 Rotarians and their partners as delgates.

Needless to say all the Rotarians took a keen interest in all aspects of the conference but did manage to  find time for a few social moments.

Linda Nolan with her nieces were an added attraction to the conference.and certainly brought a smile to the face of Robin

The Club was also presented with the Attendance award.

Partners night / Haiti concert

Some 46 Rotarians, their partners and guests enjoyed an evening supporting  the Haven Charity, being entertained by the of music from the Priests and the Ulster Orchestra at the Waterfront on Saturday 13th October.

To start the evening a pre  theatre Dinner at Tedfords restaurant was enjoyed by 28 members, partners and guests, whilst another 10 members under the guidance of  PP John McIlroy,  flew Business Class with  a Champagne Reception and Dinner at the Hilton before the performance.

Fellowship event/ Jesus Christ Superstar

A party of 10 enjoyed  an evening of fellowship starting with Dinner in Tedfords, followed by a box to watch Jesus Christ Superstar at the Odyssey.

2nd VP  Philip Morrow provided the box for this event

Tom Patton Trophy

The Tom Patton trophy which is being played under a new knockout format this year has now reached the final stages.

John Gilliland the suprise winner over one of the favourites Liam McCartney in the first round has continued his giant killing form coming from behind to beat John McDonough and reach the final where he will play David Allister.

David has cruised through to the final and overcame Patrick Coyle on his home patch of Royal Portrush in the semi final.

What are the odds on John continuing his giant killing form in the final.

4th Rotary Charity Golf Classic

David Allister

Lisburn Golf Club

The 4th Rotary Club of Lisburn Charity Golf  Classic was played on a beautiful day on the excellent parkland Golf Course at Lisburn.

Some 80 plus golfers making up teams of four set off in a shotgun start at 2.00pm.

The course was in excellent condition and thanks are due to the Captain and Committee of Lisburn Golf Club for once again providing their course for this event.

Players and guests enjoyed a dinner afterwards and after an auction in the capable hands of John McIlroy, Golf prizes were presented.

David Allister one of our newer club Members had an outstanding day scoring 40 points of a 7 handicap,and led his team to victory in the team competition.

David also won the prize for the best Gross score on the day carding a superb 76

A large amount of money was raised for the three charities we  are supporting, Shelter Box,Northern Ireland Childrens Cancer support and Fields of Life

Guest Speakers and Visitors in August 12

John Cartwright spoke on 'Memorable Rubbish' 3rd August

President Jeanne and Ron

John Cartwright spoke to the Club on the 3rd of August about ‘Memorable Rubbish’

Also on the 3rd of August President Jim welcomed visiting Rotarians, President Jeanne  Parke and her husband Ron from the Rotary Club of Livingston in New Jersey

Rotarian Sarah Fletcher, from Abertay near  Broughty Ferry, Dundee also joined us on 3rd Augustt. Sarah was educated at  Friends School Lisburn and her brother lives in Lambeg so she has many local connections

Visiting Rotarian Sarah Fletcher

Guest Speakers in July 12

Anna Lo Alliance MLA 20th July

Colin Mitchell 'My Job Talk' 27th July

Installation of President Jim Matchett for 2012/13

At the Friday lunch meeting on the 6th of July President Dale handed over the Presidential chain of Office to the incoming President of the Rotary Club of Lisburn Jim Matchett.
President Jim the gave an enthusiastic outline of his aims for the Club in the next Year.

David Browne was installed as 1st Vice President and Phillip Morrow as second Vice President