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Geraldton & Midwest Irish Club

Locality: Geraldton, Western Australia

Phone: +61 427 784 547

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25.01.2022 Friendly reminder!!! Our agm will take place today at 11am. All positions will be available and we ask anyone who is interested in volunteering or helping out in any way to make themselves known to the committee or staff.

25.01.2022 OK December is a bit of a short month in acts due to Christmas of course but be sure to enjoy who is on . Hope to see you all there

24.01.2022 Its coming up to St Patricks day fast! We will be open from 10am for morning tea.Entertainment from Left of The Line and friends throughout the day and we will be finishing off the celebrations with our special guest band The Bush Chooks who will be playing at the club for the first time ever! Come down and join in on the festivities!! Its going to be an awsome day!!! Please like and share this post

24.01.2022 Well everyone the time has come to finally reopen the doors of the Geraldton and Midwest Irish club. We will be open on Saturday from 11am for the footy and on Sunday, then back to usual hours. We advise everyone that covid 19 rules will apply at the club and we have also been going through major renovations which are still ongoing. We thank everyone for their patience and cant wait to welcome everyone back again!!

23.01.2022 Sunday 9th February not to be missed!!!

23.01.2022 Our dancers will be giving lessons on the day if you feel the desire to learn some moves

22.01.2022 We will be having a busy bee tomorrow in preparation for St Patricks Day on Tuesday. If anyone can come along and lend a hand we would be very grateful!

22.01.2022 Check out Gareths page he takes some amazing photos! Very talented man Gareth Wray Photography

21.01.2022 We are super happy to announce Solitary sounds are back at the club performing an Awsome new country music set! Come and support our local musicians at the Geraldton and Midwest Irish Club on the 13th!!

20.01.2022 Don't miss this Sunday coming . Come down and be entertained by the amazing Anne Williams .

19.01.2022 Happy St. Bridgets Day - In ancient Ireland the new day began at sundown when the old day expired. Thus St. Bridgets Day or L Fhile Brde began on the eveni...ng of January 31st. There are many traditions associated with the day but perhaps the best known is the making of the iconic St. Bridgets Cross. The following article explains some of the traditions Saint Brigids Day - Beliefs and Customs By Sile Healy. In ancient Irish folk tradition St. Brigids day on the 1st of February heralded the first day of spring and thus of the farmers year. It is a festival which honours our venerated second patron saint, as well as that of dairy work and cattle. Tradition states that the saint promised fine weather after the harsh winter. Farmers expressed their wish for fine weather for ploughing and digging by turning over a few sods in the tillage field. People who lived in coastal regions were of the belief that the spring tide nearest the festival Rabharta na File Bride the great spring tide was an occasion for gathering and cutting seaweed to fertilize the crops. The days lengthened and the day was used by many as an occasion to do stocktaking on the farm. The housewife used the occasion of St. Brigids eve to ensure the house was respectable and tidy, a festive supper was also prepared consisting of apple cake, dumplings and colcannon irrespective of the financial situation of the household. Allied to this all farmers wives made what was known as a bairin-breac, neighbours were invited around and engaged in drinking and merrymaking. On St. Brigids eve it was generally believed that the saint traveled around the countryside, bestowing blessings on the people and livestock. Various elements were used to indicate that her visit to the house was welcomed. A common practice entailed the placing of a cake or pieces of bread and butter on the window-sill outside. Often this offering was left to be collected by a tramp or impoverished person. in other areas it was brought in the next morning and shared between the members of the household. Often a sheaf of corn was placed beside the cake as a refreshment for the saints favourite cow who accompanied her. Other households placed a bundle of straw or fresh rushes on the threshold on which the saint may kneel to bless the house or on which she could wipe her feet before entering. Further traditions include that dishes of water, salt, pieces of meat or butter being left outdoors as an offering for the saint, after she had passed by these would have acquired medicinal properties and were used to ward off illness. The most common custom associated with St. Brigids eve was the making of the cros Bride or bogha Bride, which was hung in homes and often in the byre also. Tradition states that crosses were made for protection against fire and lightening as well as illness and epidemic disease could be held at bay. If the cross hung by the door evil spirits couldnt enter. The residue left over after the cross was made wasnt thrown out but placed on the floor by the hearth, often covered by a white cloth to form a bed for saint. In other areas the straw left from Brigids bed and from the making of the crosses was believed to have healing powers. Strands were preserved and tied around an aching head or limb at night. The following day the wearer would place the strands on the fire, where if they burned quickly there would be a rapid cure. Some put the straw under the pillow to ward off disease and in Donegal fishermen used it for protection. Many young people going from house to house with a symbol of the saint, The Brideg this was an effigy supposed to represent St. Brigid and made according to the local custom. It was usually a straw doll, dressed to portray a human figure. Often small children went to the neighbours houses and were given money. In some areas unmarried girls carried the effigy bestowing Brigids blessing on the house, often they handed out crosses to the head of the houses they visited. It was accepted that the girl who carried the effigy was the most beautiful and modest of all. In other regions no effigy was used, the girl dressed in white and carried a locally made cross to represent the saint. Those who carried the brideog were called bridega, biddies or biddy-boys. This Brat Bride consisted of a silk ribbon placed on the window sill at night to honour St. Brigid. It was said to lengthen during the night and was used as a remedy against headache. The general belief was the saint on the eve of her feast went around the country would touch the brat and endow it with healing powers. Some said it healing power was strongest after 7 years. The brat could be a ribbon, a piece of linen or cloth like a scarf or handkerchief, thus touched by the saint would keep the wearer safe from harm especially on a hazardous or long journey. In Munster it was tied to the doorknob so the saint would touch it when entering the house. It was said to cure bareness, help women in childbirth, to ward of magic, the evil eye and fairies. If a farm animal became ill the sign of the cross was made with the brat over it which was then laid on the animals back to ensure the saints intervention on its behalf It helped animals to give birth and have a plentiful supply of milk. The residue from the crosses was often added to the bedding of the horses and cows to ward off illness and danger. The crosses were often taken down from the byre to bless an ill cow or one who was producing little milk. Another custom was the making of spancels and cattle tyings on St. Brigids eve into which portions of Brigids bed or the threshold sheaf were woven. They were often used to lead animals to the fair and to calm fidgety animals as well as to ward off danger and evil magic. Marriage divination was practiced. Imitation ladders and spinning wheels were woven from the rushes. The men would sleep with the spinning wheels under their pillow and the girl would sleep with the ladder under hers. They would see their future partner spinning the wheel or at the top of the ladder. Later the man and woman exchanged them as tokens and if they dreamed of each other they were sure to marry. If the lark or linnet should sing on Brigids day then it was a sign of a good spring. The dandelion was known as St. Brigids flower as it is one of the first wild flowers to bloom after her festival. It has medicinal value and forms the base of a potent wine. The saint entertained in a regal way and was known for homemade ales which she gave to all visitors regardless. Others gathered hoare-frost from grass on the morning of St. Brigids day as an infallible cure for headache. Many people got water from a well dedicated to Brigid and sprinkled water on their fields, livestock and homes to invoke the blessing of the saint Sile Healy, http://www.kilmurry.ie/newsletter_2011/st_bridgits_day.htm

18.01.2022 Good Strife at the club today fantastic

18.01.2022 Due to illness Kim and Ben will be unable to play tomorrow, we wish them a speedy recovery!! So now we have the pleasure of an afternoons Music with local legendZain Borntosing Gregory-Laudehrr who has just come back onto the music scene again and will no doubt be awsome as always! Come join us in the celebrations for ozzy day!!!Doors open at 12pm, music from 1pm sausage sizzle available!! Bring a friend or the whole family!!

18.01.2022 Hey Geraldton and Midwest, its time for a new event to hit town. Back by popular demand. The Geraldton & Midwest Talent Competition and Showcase. Open to all a...ges, this family friendly event will not only showcase some great talent but will also be accompanied by further bookings and prizes. Why not give it a go? See more

17.01.2022 Darcy Hay joining the Broken Pokers for a well love song at the club today

17.01.2022 The WAIFC will be holding a Commemoration in Geraldton for the Irish Bride Ship girls who arrived in Western Australia following An Gorta Mor (The Great Hunger).... We will be heading to Geraldton on Friday 18th September and on that evening will be attending the Midwest Irish Club. for songs and drinkies.... https://www.facebook.com/GeroMidwestIrishClub/ Details of the Commemoration are below. Descendants of the girls listed and general public are invited to the Commemoration. RSVP by 14th September, 2020 Telephone: 9924 3217 / 9921 3790 [email protected] Visit our website for more information about the WAIFC http://www.waifc.org/

16.01.2022 This Sunday coming Good Strife will be here to entertain you . We hope we see ya'll there

15.01.2022 Sarah is almost set up for her first gig at the Irish club!! Come down and enjoy the great music and atmosphere at the Geraldton & Midwest Irish Club in fourth street

13.01.2022 Darcy Hay thank you for entertaining us with your bloody awesome talents today Bravo

13.01.2022 What a great day with talented Anne Williams. Thank you Anne

11.01.2022 At 17 I was told by a legend that he would teach me to sing. At first I thought, Hey, I can sing. After that I learnt he was right. Now I use the same program.

11.01.2022 Such a sad but great tune!!

11.01.2022 Keep up 2 date with our friends The Broken Pokers!!

10.01.2022 Happy Australia Day everyone!! We have had another music cancelation unfortunately Zane has come down with an illness overnight. However we will still be open as usual so pop in and say hello!

10.01.2022 #Irish #joke #humour

10.01.2022 Want to hear some great country classics. Come and check out the beautiful sounds of local musician, Kerry Vanderpol at the Irish Club on Fourth Street tomorrow.... Songs by Patsy Cline, Nancy Sinatra and of course her homegrown original, Daddys Old Back Seat. Bought to you by Solitary Sounds. See more

09.01.2022 TORC CEILI CLUB from Perth will be performing at our 30th Anniversary

09.01.2022 Too little, too late....

09.01.2022 Our Christmas dinner is approaching fast be sure to book your place info on poster

09.01.2022 This is just amazing!

09.01.2022 It’s a long walk but they’ll be here soon

09.01.2022 Happy St Patricks Day everyone!! Celebrations will go ahead as planned today. We do ask that anyone who has travelled abroad or have any flu like symptoms not to attend. We urge everyone in attendance to wash there hands regularly and make use of the hand sanitizer made available.

08.01.2022 Well everyone the day has finally come. We will be closed until further notice. We would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to all our members and anyone who has visited us during the year. This is very unchartered territory and an uncertain time for the world. Look after one and other and if anyone needs anything dont hesitate to contact me and I will do my best to help you! Stay safe and may God Bless every one of you. ... Sean.

08.01.2022 DRINKS & TIPS. A new concept for the Geraldton Midwest Irish Club. This Sunday at 2pm Why not come down to Fourth Street, listen to some live music and have pleasant afternoon with friends. Bar opens at 12pm. Live and Local.

08.01.2022 5 more sleeps!!!

07.01.2022 I got sent this today by someone and it is very true! Pubs and clubs pay a lot of money to provide entertainment/music for everyone and entertainers spend a lot of time practicing and making up sets to make it a good performance. Here at the club we try to have entertainment as often as possible but we need people to SHOW UP and support both us and the entertainers!

07.01.2022 We made front page of the papers today!! Massive thanks to everyone who came along and all the people behind the scenes who helped out! Thank you to Left Of The Line entertainment once again and it was great seing Peter Vanderpol in a kilt . Thanks to Laura Marie at the ABC Midwest and Wheatbelt and the Geraldton Guardian for the interviews and Recognition. We dont know how things are going to go in the future but as long as we all stick together,stay in touch and look ou...t for each other we will be able to ride this thing out! Stay safe people and hope to see you all on July 4th for our 30th anniversary #massiveparty May god bless you all in this uncertain time. From: The staff and committee of the Geraldton and Midwest Irish Club Geraldton. See more

06.01.2022 The committee and members of the Midwest Irish club sends their deepest condolences and sympathies to the family of Eileen Martin who passed away peacefully at the beginning of the week. Eileen was a life member of the club and served as secretary for many years. She will be sadly and dearly missed by everyone who had the great opportunity of ever meeting her. Eileens mass is at the crematorium in utukarra at 12pm on Monday July 13th followed by her wake in the club as per her wishes. May she Rest In Peace.

04.01.2022 #OTD in 1880 Ned Kelly the Australian bushranger captured at Glenrowan. Edward Ned Kelly was an Australian bushranger of Irish descent. His legacy is contr...oversial; some consider him to be a murderous villain, while others view him as a folk hero and Australias equivalent of Robin Hood. Kelly was born in Victoria to an Irish convict father. The Australian Dictionary of Biography states Kelly was the eldest son of John (Red) Kelly and his wife Ellen, ne Quinn. John Kelly was born in Co Tipperary in 1820 and sentenced in 1841 to seven years transportation for stealing two pigs. He arrived in Van Diemens Land in 1842. Read more | https://stairnaheireann.net/?p=54819

04.01.2022 This Sunday Highway 2020 will be there to entertain you . Hope to see you there

03.01.2022 We hope all our members are well and staying indoors during this outbreak of covid 19. If anyone needs any help to do shopping or anything else I have made myself available on saturdays to lend a hand to any of you that are struggling in any way. I have been recently put on shift work at my Workshop so I will also be available to help out every second week as of 10th April. Message the club if you require any assistance or message/call me on 0437203796. We need to stick together in this time of uncertainty, we can and we will beat this! Stay strong! Social distance! Wash your hands! Sean and the Geraldton and Midwest Irish Club Committee.

03.01.2022 The Scene is set bring on the 28th November

02.01.2022 We are open today for the footy from 4pm

02.01.2022 music will get us through this!! Stay hopeful, stay safe and look after one and other!!

01.01.2022 Everyone is welcome to come along to the club on Friday 18th to meet the organisers of this event who will be visiting from Perth and playing traditional Irish music, it is not to be missed!!