December 2017

THE WEST SIDE IRISH-AMERICAN CLUB THE MCNEELEY LIBRARY FOUNDATION, INC.

WEBSITE: WWW.WSIA-CLUB.ORG

ANDY COONEY CHRISTMAS CONCERT Tuesday, December 5, 2017

Dinner at 6:30 followed by the concert

Tickets: $30.00 Members $35.00 Non-Members

For ticket information call John O’Brien at 216-375-2890

GENERAL MEETING - Thursday, December 21, 2017 at 7:00 PM Our Advertisers help with the cost of publishing our bulletin, so please patronize them and show them your support.

Come join us to Celebrate the Life Of Rev. Father Liam Kitt

Saturday, December 2, 2017

Holy Sacrifice of the Mass Celebrated By Father Jim O’Donnell at 5 PM

In the Madison Room

The New Barleycorn will continue the celebration playing in the Pub.

Fr. Liam Kitt 1917-2017

PLEASE NOTE: THE PUB WILL BE CLOSED CHRISTMAS EVE & CHRISTMAS DAY

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Music until 10:00pm by DJ “Irish Mike” Malone

Tickets : $25.00 in advance Reservations are required

No Tickets at the door Includes dinner and open bar

Call Maureen Rice

440-366-5748 or 440-223-8512 or e-mail maureen@ricefamily.cc

DECEMBER 31, 2017 WSIA NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION

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4:00pm to 6:00pm FAMILIES ARE ASKED TO BRING A DESSERT (last name A-L) or an

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As well as a NEW, UNWRAPPED GIFT FOR A LESS FORTUNATE CHILD

COST: $5.00 PER PERSON (BOTH ADULT AND CHILDREN)

MAIL FORMS AND CHECKS PAYABLE TO West-Side Irish American Club to:

WSIA, Attn: Children’s Christmas Party, 8559 Jennings Road, Olmsted Township, Ohio 44138

For more information or questions please call Michelle Quinlan, 216-548-8063

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Children’s Santa Reservation Form

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WORD HAS IT… From Your Library

The Holiday Season; that wonderful time when families push aside differences and bestow love and warmth on one another. This can be shown in the form of a quick visit Christmas Eve at Grandma’s house. Maybe it shows when more family members start to fill up the pews in church. Even Grumpy Uncle George brings presents for the wee ones in the family. How about Cousin Alice bringing over one of her special apple pies. Teenager Maryanne offers to babysit while mom goes shopping. The kids all try to behave so much better in case the elves are peeking in the window. Families, a wonderful assemblage. Have you considered starting a new tradition in your family for the holidays? If you are looking for ideas, stop in The McNeeley Library and do a bit of research on the traditions carried out in Ireland. Ask our librarians what is available. Some of the old traditions performed without the aid of electronics just might be the most fun and interesting for your family. I would suggest you look in the 390 Section - Folklore, Customs, Holidays. There is:

“A Celtic Christmas” by Mairtin O’Griofa “An Irish Country Christmas” by Alice Taylor

“Christmas in Ireland” World Book Encyclopedia I am sure there are more if you look further.

NOTE:The McNeeley Library has their Cookbook, “MEALS & MEMORIES” available to purchase at many of the events at the Club, Contact Annie O’Donnell or any Librarian. Great gift item.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from ~ Rose Conley and the McNeely Library Committee

Mary Lou McNally For the hard work you took on to maintain the

pump house garden for the past several years.

Ross Bassett & Mike McGuire

Thank you for your service: As Trustees for the past several years you have been instrumental in maintaining our facility. Your dedication to the Club and its environs has been truly remarkable. Thank you both for all you have done to keep WSIA moving forward.

FOREVER YOUNG

DECEMBER 14, 2017 CHRISTMAS PARTY

Christmas Party tickets are still

available for $12.00

by calling: Mary Ellen Grealis

440-316-6145 or

Marge Lavelle 216-671-1670

There are no meetings in January and February.

The bulletin will have details on our St. Patrick’s Day Party and Lolley the Trolley outing!

HAPPY NEW YEAR Blessings to you and yours

THE NEW BARLEYCORN, Performing at the Club Saturday December 2nd,

Saturday, January 6th Saturday, February 3rd

At the October 19, 2017 General Meeting the

following members were elected to a 3-year Trustee term commencing

January 1, 2018: Tim Hanrahan, John Lackey,

Pat Leneghan, Kevin Donough, John Quien and Bill Rice.

At the November 16th General Meeting there was no election of officers, all were unopposed.

WORD HAS IT… From Your Library

The Holiday Season; that wonderful time when families push aside differences and bestow love and warmth on one another. This can be shown in the form of a quick visit Christmas Eve at Grandma’s house. Maybe it shows when more family members start to fill up the pews in church. Even Grumpy Uncle George brings presents for the wee ones in the family. How about Cousin Alice bringing over one of her special apple pies. Teenager Maryanne offers to babysit while mom goes shopping. The kids all try to behave so much better in case the elves are peeking in the window. Families, a wonderful assemblage. Have you considered starting a new tradition in your family for the holidays? If you are looking for ideas, stop in The McNeeley Library and do a bit of research on the traditions carried out in Ireland. Ask our librarians what is available. Some of the old traditions performed without the aid of electronics just might be the most fun and interesting for your family. I would suggest you look in the 390 Section - Folklore, Customs, Holidays. There is:

“A Celtic Christmas” by Mairtin O’Griofa “An Irish Country Christmas” by Alice Taylor

“Christmas in Ireland” World Book Encyclopedia I am sure there are more if you look further.

NOTE:The McNeeley Library has their Cookbook, “MEALS & MEMORIES” available to purchase at many of the events at the Club, Contact Annie O’Donnell or any Librarian. Great gift item.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from ~ Rose Conley and the McNeely Library Committee

Mary Lou McNally For the hard work you took on to maintain the

pump house garden for the past several years.

Ross Bassett & Mike McGuire

Thank you for your service: As Trustees for the past several years you have been instrumental in maintaining our facility. Your dedication to the Club and its environs has been truly remarkable. Thank you both for all you have done to keep WSIA moving forward.

FOREVER YOUNG

DECEMBER 14, 2017 CHRISTMAS PARTY

Christmas Party tickets are still

available for $12.00

by calling: Mary Ellen Grealis

440-316-6145 or

Marge Lavelle 216-671-1670

There are no meetings in January and February.

The bulletin will have details on our St. Patrick’s Day Party and Lolley the Trolley outing!

HAPPY NEW YEAR Blessings to you and yours

THE NEW BARLEYCORN, Performing at the Club Saturday December 2nd,

Saturday, January 6th Saturday, February 3rd

At the October 19, 2017 General Meeting the

following members were elected to a 3-year Trustee term commencing

January 1, 2018: Tim Hanrahan, John Lackey,

Pat Leneghan, Kevin Donough, John Quien and Bill Rice.

At the November 16th General Meeting there was no election of officers, all were unopposed.

WEST SIDE IRISH-AMERICAN CLUB ~ 2018 IRELAND TOUR PRESENTED BY THE TRAVEL CONNECTION

JULY 1, 2018 - JULY 10, 2018 Tour Includes:

First Class Accommodations Transportation by deluxe motor coach with driver/guide Pre-departure party at The West Side Irish-American Club Breakfast daily and most dinners

Itinerary Highlights:

Ennis ~ Cliffs of Moher ~ Westport ~ Achill Island ~ Castlebar ~ Sligo ~ Donegal ~ Glenveagh Castle ~ Derry ~ Giant’s Causeway ~ Belfast ~ Titanic Museum ~ Downpatrick (Burial place of St. Patrick) ~ Dublin ~

Trinity College & Book of Kells ~ Dine at Abbey Tavern ~ and much, much more…

Land Price: $2,199 per person, based on double occupancy (Single Room Supplement: $500) Deposit of $250 plus recommended Trip Insurance of $209 per person due at time of booking.

Space is limited. For more information, contact: Marge Flynn at 330-273-4325 or Pat Hollywood at 330-562-3178

The Travel Connection, 199 South Chillicothe Road, Aurora, OH 44202

www.thetravelconnection.com

Cost is only $110.00 FOR MAIN BOARD TICKET (Possible Waiting List) or anyone can purchase

a guest ticket for $37.00

Over $7,000 in Payouts for Main Board Ticket Holders Only

Appetizers available at 3:30pm Prime Rib Dinner served at 5:00pm

Halftime Sandwiches/Macaroni Salad

Premium Open Bar Catered by our own O’Malley Catering

165” Diagonal Projection TV in our Main Hall

$2, $3, $5 Side Boards ~ 50/50 Raffle $5 Game Squares

Revised May, 2010

McNeeley Library Foundation, Inc. The West Side Irish-American Club

8559 Jennings Road, Olmsted Township, Ohio 44138 Phone: 440-235-5868 email: Info@wsia-club.org

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DATE OF BIRTH: ___________________________________ DATE OF DEATH: _____________________

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JOIN THE WSIA

PIPE BAND

Want to march in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade? Perform at a Brown’s Halftime Show, The Cleveland Irish Fest or at Put-in-Bay? How about just trying something new with a great group of people?

You can do it. We promise.

ATTENTION MUSICIANS

Open Mic Night - Irish and Folk Music Saturday,

December 9th 7:00-9:00 PM

Bring your instruments big or small and bring your singing

voices for a good time.

Non-musicians are welcome to enjoy the entertainment

and to sing along.

For information, contact

Pat McGuire at 440-777-1168 or

Bill Luther at 440-360-7151

Steak Shoot news

THERE WILL BE NO STEAK SHOOT IN

DECEMBER

Enjoy the time with your Family

Merry Christmas

Learn the Social Dances of Ireland

Come for fun, culture & exercise No experience or partner needed

2017 CEILI DANCING 7:00 TO 9:00 pm

West Side Irish-American Club 8559 Jennings Rd., Olmsted Twp., OH 44138

Dec. 7 & 14 No classes on IA meeting nights

MAIRE O’LEARY MANNING, TCRG An Coimisiun le rinci gaelacha

For more information: 216-456-5395

“I think I shall never see a poem lovely as a tree.” (Joyce Kilmer)

Trees are one of natures greatest gifts. They clean the air, provide shelter, keep us cool in summer, drape themselves in brilliant colors in the fall. We lose a few every year due to age or storms. We will be planting trees to keep our grounds looking their best. If you are interested in dedicating a tree in memory or honor of a loved one, please call John O’Brien at 216-375-2890 for more information.

The Cleveland Ceili Club promotes the musical traditions of Ireland by providing opportunities for adults to enjoy traditional Irish music and dance.

Set dancing lessons every Tuesday 7:30-9:30 pm at St. Clarence. Ceili dance lessons Thursdays, 7:00-9:00 pm,

Dec. 7th and 14th at the WSIA For more information contact:

CeiliClubCleveland@gmail.com or find us on Facebook

Many thanks to the WSIA for hosting our Fall ceili and for all who came out for a great evening of dancing and traditional

music by the Kilroys.

BAKERS NEEDED FOR GENERAL MEETING NIGHTS

We kindly ask that if your last name begins with the following letter, that you please bring a dessert to the corresponding monthly meeting.

Month to Bake: JAN. FEB. MAR. APRIL MAY JUNE JULY AUG. SEPT OCT. NOV. DEC. A & B C & D E & F G,H,I J,K,L M N & O P,Q,R S T,U,V W,X,Y,Z All Members

The WSIA Club semi-annual 25 Card Tournament was held Sunday, November 5th. Winners of a $50.00 prize and the “ownership” of the trophy until our Spring Tournament were Mary Lowry and Anne Neligan. A great buffet ham and turkey dinner was provided by McDonough’s Brigade. Thanks to all of the 60 participants and event committee for a fabulous day!

Mary Lowry & Anne Neligan

Our History 1980 to 1985 - 2nd Edition By Peggy Calvey Patton

During the cold grey days of the winter’s new year, Sunday afternoons should be mandatory at the club. The

days are short, the roads are miserable, we are always cold and everyone has the winter blues. The cursed Irish melancholy is thriving. Come on out to the Olmsted grounds. The gardens are covered in snow and the little cottage out by the lake will bring back memories of Ireland. The fire will be lit in the pub and the front hall will be adrift with music and kids. St. Patrick’s Day, they will be marching in full uniform to “Gerry Owen” and other rousing Irish marching songs.

Don’t forget to enroll all the kids in your extended family for the parade. It is important they learn about Irish heritage and traditions and the pride we have for this holiday. Kids don’t have to be Irish to be in the parade, everyone is welcome and we all will be richer for the experience. When the marchers parade to the fife and drum, it is akin to a tradition still practiced in the old country and we should endeavor to carry it on in this country.

March 17th the parade will once again begin with Ellen Stall’s “the Little Bridgies”, an adorable collection of the youngest marchers. The 4 and 5-year-old girls steal the show and your hearts. Next come the WSIA Majorettes and Flag units. These girls can be 6 to 11 years old. It’s amazing how much they improve during the practice months and many of them form lifelong friendships. The Kilbane sisters Nancy and Maurita ran this unit for virtually all the 1960’s and most of the 1970’s.

In November of 1973, Gerry Lavelle, the club’s president at that time, proposed the creation of the “pom-pom” unit because there were too many majorettes. These girls range in age from around 11 to 15. They were an incredible show; precision marching and concise arm movements with their pom-poms. Eileen Stull was their leader for 15 years and now Patti Hanrahan, Heather Harvey and Kristi Cruz manage them along with the volunteer help of many former marchers.

The Ladies Drill team was formed by the late great Coletta Masterson Jablonski. She was the first female admitted to the all-male marching unit and believed women should have a larger part in the parade. She formed the women’s drill team and led it for twenty years. She liked to brag “The Ladies Drill Team never missed a parade, no matter what the weather was like”. This “Grande Dame” of the club also started the “Forever Young “ group many years later. I was lucky enough to know her.

In the late 1940’s a person, that by many accounts wasn’t Irish, took over. Her name was Betty James, a professional Majorette recruited by club member Bill Dvorak. She installed powerful marching ideals for the WSIA that continue today. After she stepped down in the late 1950’s, she was replaced by Mary Colleta Mackin, Bridget O’Donnell and Margaret McIntyre, and of course Mary McCluskey who was formally appointed in 1975 after leading the Ladies Drill for several years. Mary just retired after forty some years as major domo and will be replaced by her daughter.

With the move to Olmsted Twp. the Ladies Drill team dropped to less than a dozen. When I suggested to my friends, Maryann & Kathy Kilbane, Kathy Berry, Mary Keane, Joan O’Donnel, Eileen McIllwee and Nancy Wagner that we should join the drill team, they said no way because it was a “debutant group” of late teens and early twenty somethings. My answer: “Look, we beat a blank space and from twenty feet away and in the Aer Lingus uniforms, we could pull it off.”

That was the start of a great experience. Our drill team was a wonderful mix of women in their late forties and the high school girls. They had acne and we found our first grey hair, they worried about grades and boys and we took our first ocean cruise. They talked of going away to colleges and we became empty nesters. It became a wonderful blending of different generations.

Where are those teens from the early 1980’s today? The WSIA Club would love to see you!

The feeling of Irish pride marching down the center aisle of St. Colman’s Church to the booming fife and drums, and the bagpipes can’t be described. The parade makes you feel like a celebrity, cold weather, rain and snow just don’t matter, we loved the cheers and waves and the big Irish smiles that beamed at us. We stayed in the drill team for several years until there was a waiting list and then we passed our uniforms on to the new marchers, but I wouldn’t trade those Sunday afternoons for a million bucks.

Erin Go Braugh!

Here is your chance to demonstrate an act of kindness.

There are a number of current and former senior WSIA Members, who are unable to attend WSIA functions due to their age and/or disabilities. Maybe you would like to pick them up and bring them to a general meeting, or a concert, or bring them to the club on a Friday for some pub grub. Maybe you can just pay a visit and spend a little time with them. Whatever the case may be, if you are interested in giving a little of your time you will find it to be a time not wasted. Acts of kindness are a life-changing blessing.

Please contact Helen Malloy at 216-251-4075

Thank you to everyone who either dropped off or had bikes picked up at your home. There are many young boys and girls who are very happy that you did. The AT&T Pioneers have a program to repair bikes in order to return them to good condition. These like new bikes are then given to kids who have shown they are good citizens in their communities, achieve good grades and have an excellent attendance record. Needless to say, they are delighted with their bikes.

Thanks to Steve Pevec, AT&T Pioneer, he picks up bikes at the I-A and from homes in surrounding areas. A special thank you to Carol Andrews, an I-A member, who asked everyone she knew if they had a bike they weren’t using to be donated for this great cause. Carol has donated 47 plus bikes! Another one of our I-A good citizens. If you are unable to drop off a bike at the I-A, please contact Josephine Caffrey at 440-333-4992 and arrangements will be made to pickup the bike at your home.

Everyone Welcome!!! Pioneer Christmas Dinner and Party!

Sunday, Dec. 10, 2017, 4:00 PM at The WSIA

Tickets: $15

Dinner Menu: Lamb, chicken, mashed potatoes, turnips, green beans, scones and desserts!

Great Entertainment

Songs and Stories of Old Ireland, Christmas Carols, 50/50 Raffle

For Tickets Call: Maureen Bihn, Evenings at 440-835-0627 or John Lackey 440-331-0048

Little Brothers and Sisters of the Eucharist 19th Annual Visitation Home Reunion Dance

Friday, January 19, 2018 from 8:00p to Midnight St. Clarence Hall, North Olmsted

Donation $25.00 Open bar & light refreshments ~ Music by The Portersharks

FREE Valet Parking

For tickets or information contact: Helen Malloy 216-251-4075, Bridie Joyce 440-331-3744 or

Casey’s Irish Imports 440-333-8383

Merry Christmas Everyone

NIGHT AT THE RACES

Saturday February 17, 2018 Presented jointly by Cleveland St. Pat’s – St. Jarlath’s Gaelic Football Club

& the Marching Units of the WSIA

Buffet Dinner, Beer, Wine & Soda Included (Dinner to include chicken, potato, vegetable, salad and roll)

*Please feel free to bring your favorite snack or dessert to share with your table*

Doors open 6:00pm Dinner Served 6:30pm Post Time 7:30pm Kids’ Activity Room (ages 3+) with FULL SUPERVISION provided free of charge with crafts, pizza and a movie

Advance tickets $25.00 per person--21 & over only Name a Horse $15 per horse

Reserved Tables Available for $250 up to 10 tickets

Chinese Raffle Sideboards Silent Auction

Stay for DJ and Dancing after the Races Mail this form and check payable to WSIA, 8559 Jennings Road, Olmsted Twp, OH 44138

Name(s): ______________________________________________________________ Horse Name(s): ______________________________________________________________ Email: _______________________________ Phone Number:________________________

Number of Tickets ($25 each) _____ Number of Horses ($15 each) _____ Amount Enclosed_______

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CLUB OFFICERS AND TRUSTEES

JOHN O’BRIEN, President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216-375-2890 KEVIN McDONOUGH, Vice President . . . . . . 216-287-8147 MARY ELLEN GREALIS, Treasurer . . . . . . . . 440-316-6145 MAUREEN LAVELLE, Financial Secretary . . 216-941-3438 BILL LUTHER, Recording Secretary . . . . . . . 440-360-7151 DAN CHAMBERS, Sergeant-at-Arms. . . . . . . 440-427-0858 ROSS BASSETT, Trustee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440-238-5416 HEATHER HARVEY, Trustee . . . . . . . . . . . 216-440-0801 KEVIN HAYES, Trustee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440-552-0472 JOHN LACKEY, Trustee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440-331-0048 MICHAEL LAVELLE, Trustee . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440-716-9191 PAT LENEGHAN, Trustee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440-835-3742 TOM LUCAS, Trustee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216-401-8223 HELEN MALLOY, Trustee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216-251-4075 MIKE McGUIRE, Trustee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440-777-1168 FRED MERTES, Trustee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440-235-4933 LARRY O’DONNELL, Trustee . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440-365-1834 BILL RICE, Trustee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440-366-5748

50/50 DRAWING FOR OCTOBER

$242.00 was won by: Janet Andrews

GERRY LAVELLE 300 CLUB

The October winners were John & Maureen Lavelle

seller was Dan Chambers

MEMBERSHIP DRAWING FOR OCTOBER

Thomas Mravetz of Cleveland would have won $1,500.00 if he had been present.

Remember, you must be registered & be present to win

Let us all be mindful that the richness of our Irish heritage can only be preserved by fostering a family

friendly environment in our facility. If our, or our guest’s actions, language, or apparel are not

appropriate for our own families, then they are also not appropriate in the presence of our extended

family members and guests at the club.

July 21, 22 and 23, 2017

Compliments of:THE GREATER CLEVELAND

FEIS SOCIETYCHRIS COOPER, PRESIDENT

(216) 289-9825

July 20, 21 and 22, 2018

LAKEFRONT LINES, INC.Charters & Tours

Coach USA(216) 267-8810

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For all your Group Travel Needs

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FRIDAY NIGHTS AT THE I-A

PUB GRUB serving from 5:30 - 8:00PM Prepared by O’Malley Catering Offered each week, unless noted: Hamburgers, Cheeseburgers, Hot Dogs, Corned Beef Sandwiches,

Reubens, Lake Perch Dinners, plus a weekly dinner special, and a weekly salad special

The West Side Irish-American Club The McNeeley Library Foundation,Inc.

8559 Jennings Road, Olmsted Township, Ohio 44138 Website: www.wsia-club.org Address Service Requested

O’MALLEY CATERING - $1.00 OFF ON FRIDAY NIGHT DINNER SPECIAL Valid only at the West Side Irish-American Club from 5:30-8:00PM

Good for up to 4 people Valid from April 21, 2017 to February 9, 2018

FACILITIES RENTAL Are you looking to de-stress

your life while hosting a party, or tired of cleaning before or after

a party? Why not consider having it catered at The West Side Irish-American Club?

O’Malley Catering offers their services for all occasions. We can seat up to 300 in the Main Hall, 100 in the Abbey Hall and 60 in the Madison Hall. The Abbey and Madison can be combined to seat 160. Our outdoor pavilion will seat 400+. The beautiful gazebo could be a site for a picturesque exchange of vows.

Whether you are celebrating a wedding anniversary, birthday or graduation, we give your affair the attention and individuality you are looking for. A business meeting in a relaxed setting or company picnic inviting camaraderie, we can accommodate. Our updated website will give you many ideas, however each event is unique and our team will work with you to create a day that is unforgettable.

For all catered events, please visit our website at www.omalleycatering.com or call us at 440-734-6559

For all other rentals, call Tim Hanrahan at 440-779-0607