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President Trump’s Speech at 2020 March for Life Rally

January 27, 2020 by Sean Keane

Brothers,
 
Here is President Trump’s Pro-Life speech from January 24th’s March For Life. First U.S. President to appear at Washington D. C. Rally!!
 

 
Regards, 
Bro. Dave Howe

Filed Under: Division News

Meeting times changed to 7:30PM for 2020

December 21, 2019 by Sean Keane

In the December 2019 Meeting, we decided to move the start times of our monthly meetings to 7:30 PM.

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Sincere Appreciation for Our Service at the Merton House

December 21, 2019 by Sean Keane

All the way from Kildorrery, County Cork, Ireland, John Pigott joined the members of the JFK Division of the AOH to help serve a bountiful breakfast at the Merton House. Brother Joseph O’Keefe of Cape Cod also joined in the merriment and helped provide a hearty morning meal to those in need. Joseph specialized in overseeing the sugar supply while John Pigott’s pancakes were “selling like hot cakes”. The whole production was capably overseen by our own Steve Baunach,who had the following to say:

Brothers,

Thanks for coming out to represent another AOH sponsored breakfast event this morning. By all accounts, we preformed a fine act of charity to epitomize the mission of the AOH. It is always special to see spousal involvement, extended family, and first time volunteers step up.

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Thanks again to the following brothers and family members who made this event successful:
Tom Keane
Sean Keane
Bob Fox
Scott Flynn
Bernie and Barbara Lee
Pat Callahan
Kevin Daley
Brian Conatser
Pat O”Keefe, (his brother Joe ) and cousin John Pickett visiting from Ireland
Martin Casey

Next breakfast tentative date Fri, March 27

Sincerely,
Steve Baunach

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Big Scores for Food and Fun at Our Harvard/Yale Tailgate

December 21, 2019 by Sean Keane

The AOH was well represented by those from near and far at the 2019 Annual AOH Tailgate at the Yale Bowl. Noreen, John and Maeve Pigott from Kildorrery, County Cork, Ireland joined Colin and Nikki Ryan from Orlando, Florida and Dan and Mike Ryan, a member of the John J. McIhinney AOH Division from Doylestown, Pennsylvania along with a throng of JFK Division AOH Officers, Brothers and families for a President Mark Ryan “Tailgate Extravaganza”.

Grills were operational only minutes after the caravan of fifteen cars arrived in Lot D. A full breakfast, of Irish bacon, eggs, sausage, puddings and fresh rolls was served to bolster our stalwart band. The cooks were busy all day preparing deep fried turkey, pulled pork, fresh clams, chicken wings, hot dogs, hamburgers, meatballs, sausage and peppers and much, much, more.

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“The Game” as it is known between Harvard and Yale was a noteworthy event going into double overtime and nearly being called for darkness. The Yale Bowl does not have field lighting! The halftime proceedings were interrupted by a student led protest against global warming. John Pigott of Kildorrery, Cork Ireland upon hearing of the protest picked up the Irish flag and ran straight into the melee. When asked about his position on global warming, he stated, “I’m all for it. We could use a bit more heat in Cork. We’re perished from the cold!”

Filed Under: Division News

Second Annual AOH Cornhole Tournament a Success

October 18, 2019 by Sean Keane

Corn Hole Champs
Give Back Their Winnings

A wonderful time was had by all at our 2nd Annual Corn Hole Tournament on September 28th at InSports in Trumbull! Ending the day of family, friends and friendly competition, our champs,  elected to donate their winnings back to our cause, to be used for charity, demonstrating the true spirit of our Order. Thanks to all who participated and a very special thanks to those who planned and ran the event.

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A Hearty, Hot Breakfast Served to Those in Need – Sept 27 Merton House

October 18, 2019 by Sean Keane

Brothers,
Many of those less fortunate in our community enjoyed the hearty hot breakfast prepared and served by our brothers and family members at the Merton House as we continued to support the AOH’s mission of charity on Friday September 27th.
 
Due to organization and teaming, we easily met the continuous demand of serving over 170 needy patrons from all walks of life. Merton management appreciated our service, as did the recipients.
 
Many of those less fortunate in our community enjoyed the hearty hot breakfast prepared and served by our brothers
at the Merton House, Friday, September 27th. An opportunity to demonstrate real Christian charity where it matters,
our longstanding commitment to serivce at the Merton House is well appreciated.
 
For more information on our next service date at the Merton House, contact Bro. Steve Baunach at: live2fish01@yahoo.com or 203-895-0436.
 
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9th Annual AOH State Softball Tournament 8/24

September 10, 2019 by Sean Keane

Brothers,

 

On Saturday August 24th we had our 9th Annual AOH State Softball Tournament at Foote Field in Milford. 

 

Through everyone’s generous donations we raised $2000 for The Arthur C. Luf Children’s Burn Camp and we were very pleased to present the check to Kathlene Gerrity, the Executive Director of The Arthur C. Luff Children’s Burn Camp.

 

Unfortunately we relinquished our trophy to the Danbury team, but good times were had at the game as well as the pub crawl.

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AOH Breakfast at Merton House June 28th

July 18, 2019 by Sean Keane

Brothers,
Thank you for coming out to support AOH mission of charity today. Due to organization and teaming, we easily met the continuous demand of serving over 125 needy patrons from all walks of life. Merton management appreciated our service, as did the recipients.
 
 
Special thanks for following Brothers and family:
Frank and Pat Carroll
Bob Fox
Sean Keane
Tom Keane
Scott Flynn
Dave Curtin
Kevin Daley
John and Jack Martin and friend Kevin 
 
Sincerely,
Steve Baunach
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First Annual Hibernian Cornhole Tournament

December 11, 2018 by Sean Keane

Brothers,
 
As you know we have a great need to replace the defunct Fairfield County Irish Festival as our signature fundraising event.
 
A Committee led by VP Mark Ryan along with Charities Chair Steve Baunach and Treasurer Steve Boyle was set up to develop new ideas.
 
They recommended a Corn Hole tournament.  It’s an increasingly popular game which can be played by folks of any age…men and women, boys and girls.
 
I am delighted to report that our inaugural event on Saturday evening was an
                               ABSOLUTE AND RESOUNDING SUCCESS.
 
Thank you Bro. Ryan for your tenacity and zeal in organizing the event.
 
Thank you Bro. Baunach for your previously hidden artistic talent in preparing the sets of new corn hole boards.  They were the hit of the raffle. 
 
Thank you Bro. Boyle for managing the entries and keeping us focused and on schedule.
 
Thanks to everybody who came out to play or just support the cause….to those who brought friends and family….to those who donated raffle prizes.
 
And to everybody who helped make this new idea a great success.
 
Tom Keane
President
John F. Kennedy, Div. #1
Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH)
Greater Bridgeport, Conn.
203-256-8033
203-913-0375 cell

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Cold Day With Warm Feel – Nov 23 Merton House

December 3, 2018 by Sean Keane

Dear Brother Hibernian’s,
Thank you for teaming up to prepare and serve breakfast for the needy yesterday morning. It was another fine demonstration of what we do for Christian Charity. Management estimated that we served at least 120 patrons. In addition, Tom Keane collected and donated a box of mugs to add to their inventory.
After breakfast demand was met, Hibernians helped prepare turkey sandwiches and assist house staff to ready kitchen for next venue.
 
Special thanks for the following volunteers:
Sean Keane
Tom Keane
Dave Curtin and Meg Curtin- Hayes
Dan Ford
Tom Donohue
Tom McShane
Bernie Lee
 
 
Sincerely,
Steve Baunach
 
 
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Meetings

Meetings Are the Third Thursday of the Month 7:00pm at the Gaelic American Club, 74 Beach Road, Fairfield, 2nd Floor O’Keefe Room (No Food or Drink). Food Provided by our Division AFTER the meeting at the Pub.

Division News

  • President Trump’s Speech at 2020 March for Life Rally
  • Meeting times changed to 7:30PM for 2020
  • Sincere Appreciation for Our Service at the Merton House
  • Big Scores for Food and Fun at Our Harvard/Yale Tailgate
  • Second Annual AOH Cornhole Tournament a Success

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