Our next meeting at Turnbridge WMC in November (3rd) promises to be a very popular event.
This will be the day when we’ll see two Fartown stalwarts as our special guests – Seth and Big Ian.
Yes, Ken Senior and Ian Van Bellen will be coming along to entertain us.
They are two great characters in Fartown’s history and it’s guaranteed a good time will be had by all.
Meanwhile, we are pleased to report that Rudolph got over his bout of flu in time for the usual delivery routine last December. If you remember, it was Rudolph’s illness and the threat of an epidemic which, at Santa’s request, forced us to cancel last year’s Reindeer Race Night.
Santa learned his lesson from last year and all his reindeer have had flu jabs. He had to have it done privately as reindeer are not covered by the NHS. Naturally HGSA donated to this worthy cause.
So, all stations are go – or should I say ‘all stalls are go’ – for the grand depart on Friday, December 11.
The specially prepared paddock will again be at Turnbridge WMC.
The reindeer will be available for viewing from 7.30pm onwards with the their first race at 8 o’clock.
Santa’s usual condition will apply again this year – that none of the reindeer will be allowed to run under their own names. So Donna, Blitzen and the rest will have to have new names.
You, dear reader, are very welcome to own and name a reindeer for a race. All it will cost will be a mere £3.
A FUN evening is guaranteed, so come along and bring the kids. You never know, Santa himself usually turns up to keep an eye on his steeds.
Full details can be found here. Or phone Margaret Callaghan on 07853 540 069.
The names of HGSA’s raffle winners and ticket numbers are as follows:
Catalan Holiday For Two 1144: Peter Bullas.
2016 Season Ticket 1432: Craig Gledhill.
Eric’s Restaurant Meal For Two 0664: Mick Clough.
Lalas Restaurant Meal For Two 1500: Damian Shutt.
Rosters Voucher 0989: D Hall.
Box of Beer 0450: J Senior.
Thanks to everyone who helped and/or bought. We reckon the raffle has raised just over £1,800 for the development of rugby at the youth level.
There are still a couple of places left for our visit to Magic Rock Brewery, Beck Road, on Thursday, October 22. Contact Dave Calverley (07887 878425).
‘Standing On The Shoulders Of Giants’ – there are only 80 copies remaining. It is sure to sell out in the next couple of months so, if you have not already got a copy, contact David Thorpe (01484 533378) or go online.
Keep up to date with HGSA by visiting www.GiantsSupporters.co.uk.
