Members, past members, friends and supporters gathered for what proved to be a memorable evening celebrating 95 years of friendship, community spirit and achievement within the club.
The club was delighted to welcome special guest speaker Joyce Allen, vice president of the Young Farmers’ Clubs of Ulster, who helped make the evening extra special. The night also included prize giving, entertainment and celebrations reflecting on the long history of Killinchy Young Farmers and the many generations involved over the years.
Entertainment on the evening was provided by The Bizz Platinum Events, while balloons and venue décor were supplied by Platinum Events. The celebration cake was created by Bakery Lane by Hannah Jayne, and photographs from the evening were captured by Dara McCracken Photography. The club would like to sincerely thank them all for helping make the night such a success.
Before revealing the club’s new chosen charity for the coming year, members reflected on the success of last year’s fundraising efforts in aid of Marie Curie in honour of past assistant club leader Arron Dickson’s father, Stuart Dickson. Following the club’s participation in the Belfast Marathon relay, Killinchy Young Farmers was proud to present a cheque for £2,500 to Marie Curie during the anniversary dinner.
The club would also like to thank the sponsors who supported the marathon fundraising efforts: Mabel’s Coffee, McConnell Contracts, J Murdoch Contracts, Lakeview Chartered Accountants, Function Design Furniture and RB Repairs, along with everyone who donated and supported the club throughout the fundraiser.
During the evening, the club also announced its chosen charity for the year ahead. This year’s fundraising efforts will be in memory of valued past club member and former club leader WR Neil, who sadly passed away 10 years ago. In his memory, Killinchy Young Farmers will be raising funds for REVIVE Intensive Care Unit within Belfast Intensive Care Unit, supporting the important work carried out for patients and families across Northern Ireland.
Club members expressed their appreciation to everyone who attended the anniversary dinner and continue to support the club, while looking forward to many more successful years ahead for Killinchy Young Farmers.
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Emma McClenaghan, Kathryn McKeag, Arron Dickson and Stuart Dickson presenting a cheque to Joan from Marie Curie. Photo: freelance
