John Deere theme night in Ballymena

This will be held in Mr Bertie Dunlop's shed, who is well known in farming circles, having founded and run Dunlop Tractor Spares for many years at 67 Crankhill Road, Ballymena.

The evening will give farmers, their families, and others, an opportunity to hear the John Deere story.

This is a visual PowerPoint presentation by George Conn who gives talks on agricultural subjects throughout the country.

After serving his motor vehicle apprenticeship in the 1970’s George taught motor vehicle engineering at a technical college in Portadown.

George who was born and brought up in Co Armagh also has a keen interest in vintage tractors.

His talk will look at the life of John Deere from an historical, engineering, farming and Christian perspective.

Although we had very few ‘John Deeres’ until the 1960s/70’s, there are certainly plenty around today with many folk believing that ‘Nothing runs like a Deere!’

Whether you own one or are loyal to some other brand this should be an interesting night, and from 7pm there will be hot food and a display of vintage tractors.

There is no admission charge and the night is open to all the community.

For further information please contact The Faith Mission office at 25656494.