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Six Nations Gala

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Belfast Harlequins hosted a ‘Six Nations’ Gala Dinner on 9th March 2023 in the Crowne Plaza, Belfast.

Heavy snow and poor road conditions didn’t hinder the large attendance.

The event, sponsored by All Sport Insurance Ireland, was chaired by BBC Northern Ireland sports presenter Steven Watson.

The huge line-up of special guests included former Six Nations internationals Andy Goode, John Barclay, Richard Hibbard, Stephen Ferris, Ian McKinley and Claire Small.

Members and friends of Belfast Harlequins had a wonderful evening of entertainment while raising funds for their ground improvement programme and ‘MY NAME’5 DODDIE Foundation’.

These photographs were generously sponsored by Lily Rose, Moira, Ulster Tatler fashion boutique of the year.

Full coverage in our April issue, now on sale!

Back to the ’90s

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There was more than one Britney Spears in town at Fivemiletown Primary School and Nursery’s recent ‘90s-night fundraiser.

The Valley Hotel hosted the event which saw the community relive its youth by stepping out in a range of colourful ‘90s outfits.

They danced the night away to help raise money for their local school in order for it to further develop its outdoor learning environment. 

For full coverage of this event see our March issue, now on sale!

David and Jill Dunlop at the Fivemiletown Primary School’s 90s night in the Valley Hotel
Christina, Jason, and Mark Beacom, with Zara Clarke at the Fivemiletown Primary School’s 90s night in the Valley Hotel
Emma Irvine and Sophie McDowell at the Fivemiletown Primary School’s 90s night in the Valley Hotel
Arlene Lyons, Julie Mathews, Shauna Moynagh, Kendal Johnston and Mellaine Johnston at the Fivemiletown Primary School’s 90s night in the Valley Hotel

Sam McBride Trust Charity Evening

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The Sam McBride Charitable Trust held their charity evening at Temple Golf Club on 28th January.

The Lord Mayor’s office and Councillor Mackin, local motorbike riders, friends, family and supporters enjoyed an evening of fundraising fun and entertainment.

The trustees and their families look forward to the completion of their goal in seeing the memorial motorbike monument take pride of place in its new home on the Temple roundabout, in tribute to the late Sam McBride, the Temple 100 Road Race and the local community.

They are grateful to everyone who has helped their monumental vision to soon become a reality and endeavour to continue fundraising for the NI Air Ambulance Service in 2023. 

For full coverage of this event see our March issue, on sale now!

 

Lisburn & Castlereagh City Business Awards

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The winners of the 2023 Lisburn & Castlereagh City Business Awards in association with Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council and South Eastern Regional College have been announced at a glittering gala awards ceremony at the La Mon Hotel & Country Club on Friday 24 February.

Awards were presented across 14 diverse categories, demonstrating business excellence in areas such as customer service, tourism, innovation and eating establishments.

For details on all winners, visit www.lcccbusinessawards.com

For full coverage of this event see our March issue, now on sale!

Belfast Children’s Festival Launch

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Young at Art’s Belfast Children’s Festival turns 25 this year. And they are celebrating with a 10-day programme of activities that range from theatre, dance, music, art and interactive events.

At the recent programme launch, which took place at the Lyric Theatre, guests including media personality Denise Watson; composer and musician Neil Martin; and pupils from St Matthew’s Nursery School, were welcomed with bespoke cupcakes and party bags before finding out more about what’s on offer.

For more coverage and information on this event see our March issue, now on sale!

Women Beyond Borders

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Women in Enterprise Derry/Londonderry and Donegal Women in Business, along with Enterprising Women, Mid and East Antrim, collaborated to host Women Beyond Borders Networking Summit 2023.

The platinum sponsor for the event was Vertiv E&I and it took place in the Gateway Hotel, Inishowen.

Camilla Long was compere for the evening alongside guest speakers Helen Duddy from E&I and Sandra Devenney, General Manager of McElhinneys.

For full coverage of this event see our March issue, now on sale!

Spa Days

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The Spa at the Culloden Hotel recently held a members’ event. The extensive Spa features treatment suites, relaxation rooms, a swimming pool, a range of heat experiences and an extensive selection of therapies. The Culloden Estate and Spa is one of the most luxurious hotels in Northern Ireland and is housed in a former Bishop’s Palace.

 

For full coverage of this event see our March issue, now on sale!

Denys and Cecil Thompson with David and Christine Jordan
Cathy Akbar and Jennifer Blaney
David Martin and Joanne Scott

Ballyclare Secondary Formal

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Ballyclare Secondary recently held their formal at Galgorm Resort and Spa. The event was attended by Year 12, 13 and 14 pupils and was a wonderful evening enjoyed by both students and staff. The Great hall at Galgorm was beautifully decorated for the ‘Starry Night’ theme.

For full coverage of this event see our March issue, now on sale!

 

The Old Campbellian Society Annual Dinner

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The Old Campbellian Society Annual Dinner was held on Friday 10th February in the Dining Hall at Campbell College in east Belfast. Diners were called to dinner by the College Bugle Major, Harry Murphy, and the Society President, Chris McNally, welcomed guests to the event. South African rugby legend Robbie Diack replied on behalf of the guests. Among those in attendance were former BBC presenter Noel Thompson and former Ulster and Ireland rugby player Paddy Wallace, both of whom are former pupils of the College.

For full coverage of this event see our March issue, now on sale!

Campbell College
Noel Thompson,
Geoff Wood and Stephen Andress
Mark Lambert, Harry Burrows and Philip Black
Alan Rundle, Geoff Wood, Chris Warnock and Angus Creed

BDA(NI) Presidential Inauguration

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The British Dental Association (BDA) NI welcomed its new Branch President for 2023, Philip McLorinan, at a ceremony in the Great Hall at Queen’s University Belfast. The evening was attended by family, friends, and colleagues from the dental profession across Northern Ireland and beyond. BDA (NI) would like to thank their 2023 sponsors who provide invaluable support to the work of the NI Branch within the dental community of Northern Ireland: Denplan, DMI, Marlborough Clinic Lab, M&D Financial Services, Haleon and McDowell & Service.

 

See full coverage in the February Ulster Tatler – Out Tuesday 7th February!

National President Prof Liz McKay and BDA NI President Philip McLorinan.

President of Pharmaceutical Society NI, Geraldine O’Hare and BDA’s Johan Warwick.