​​​BROOME COUNTY LAOH JUNIORS

  Our LAOH Juniors once again stepped up and completed a wheelchair ramp on Vestal Avenue on the Southside of
Binghamton. Through the Broome County Council of Churches “Ramp It Up” Youth Program, they not only provided a life-
changing service to a handicapped individual but also gained valuable carpentry skills. Well done, Juniors — we are so proud
of you!
  Support the Juniors' Summer Drive for Danielle House: We are currently collecting the following much-needed items
for Danielle House: Kitchen garbage can liners, Gallon freezer bags, Paper towels, Napkins, Toilet paper, Dishwasher soap, Wet
and dry Swiffer pads, A donation box will be located at the AOH Hall. Thank you for your generous support!
  Our Juniors and families are invited to the AOH family picnic on Sunday July 13 at Ross Park Zoo pavilion at noon. The AOH
Men’s Division provides hot dogs, hamburgers, and sausage. Bring a dish to share and your favorite beverage. Let’s celebrate
summer together!
  As our Junior’s recess until September, we wish you a summer full of fun, laughter, new adventures and unforgettable moments with family and friends.
  Help grow our Junior Division. We are actively recruiting new members, ages five to eighteen who are Catholic and of
Irish heritage. Junior members do not need to be related to a member of a Hibernian division. It is important to keep our membership growing strong with the hope they continue to be lifelong members of the LAOH. Junior members who sponsor anew member receive a special gift!
  See you in September! Please remember in your prayers Francine Connerton and her family on the passing of her grandson, Logan. Prayers are always welcomed for our sister and brother Hibernians and their families who may need a supportive or healing prayer.

  I wish everyone a wonderful, relaxing summer.

Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity,
Barb Walling

bwalling@binghamton.edu
607-232-6367

LAOH Division Two

Deborah Burke, President

   It is our pleasure to announce the 2025 recipient of the LAOH
Division Two Scholarship, given in memory of Mary Curry. This year’s award goes to Cecelia Cole, daughter of members Kelly and Steve Cole. Cecelia will attend the B2B program at SUNY Broome
Community College this fall. Congratulations, Cecelia! And a sincere
thank-you to all applicants — your essays were reviewed thoughtfully by our scholarship committee, and we wish you the very best in your educational journeys.
  Join us for the upcoming State Convention July 17–20, 2025!
The Degree Ceremony will take place on Saturday, July 19 at

10:00AM. Registration forms are available and must be submitted by July 11th.
  The AOH Family Picnic is on Sunday July 13 at Ross Park Zoo at noon under the pavilion. The AOH Men’s Division provides hot
dogs, hamburgers, and sausage. Bring a dish to share and your favorite beverage.
  Golfers, gather your foursomes! The AOH Golf Tournament
is Saturday, August 2 at Ely Park Golf Course. Full details are in the
AOH article and posted at the hall.
  Our Lady of Knock mass will be on August 10 at Saint
Thomas Church at 11am. Let’s come together in prayer and celebration.
Tickets are now available for the 21st Annual Half-Way to

St. Patrick’s Day Hooley on Friday, September 12th sponsored by LAOH Divisions 1 and 2. Music by Pat Kane. Please support the 50/50 raffle (tickets $2) proceeds to Grannies for Ukraine.
  Effective June 1st, the dues are $35. If you haven’t taken care
of your 2025 dues, we appreciate you taking a moment to do so. You
can pay your dues at our monthly meeting or send a check payable to LAOH Division Two with your dues card and a self-addressed-stamped envelope to AOH Hall, 148 Main St. Binghamton, NY 13905 Attn: Darlene Comeno or to Darlene at 43 Marys Rd. Windsor, NY 13865. If you have changes in your information, please update your
mailing address, phone number, and email. We want to ensure you
receive the Chieftain and all important LAOH communications without interruption.
  As we take our summer recess, stay connected through email,
hall postings, Facebook and the Chieftain for updates on events and fun happenings during July and August. The hall remains open — a great place to relax with friends and fellow members.
  To our amazing team of volunteers: thank you for your time,
your energy, and your heart. Your efforts make all the difference in
what we do.
  Wishing each of you a joyful and safe summer filled with cherished memories!

Debbie
dburke8@stny.rr.com​

LAOH Division ONe

Barbara Walling, President 

​ Wishing you all a safe and healthy Independence Day. Happy
Fourth of July!
  Congratulations go out to all recent graduates and their families.
Wishing the graduates success in their future endeavors.
  I hope all our AOH Brothers who are fathers or serve as father
figures had an enjoyable and relaxing Father's Day.
  We welcomed Betty-Ann Juraska to our division in June. We look
forward to getting to know you. Welcome, Betty Ann!
  Our September meeting will be held on Friday, September 5. This
is a week earlier than normal as the Annual Half-Way to

St. Patrick's.
Day Hooley is the following Friday, September 12.
  Even though we do not meet during the summer, the AOH Hall
remains open. Stop in every so often to relax, to have friendly
conversations, and to enjoy a refreshing beverage or two.
  If you have not paid 2025 dues, you can mail your check for $35
made out to LAOH Division 1, your dues card, and a self-addressed
stamped envelope to Eileen Zemek, 1960 Hawleyton Road,
Binghamton NY 13903.
  Upcoming events include:
-Sunday, July 13 AOH Family Picnic at Ross Park Zoo; noon until 5 pm
-Saturday, August 2, AOH Golf Tournament at Ely Park
-Sunday, August 10, LAOH Division 2, Our Lady of Knock Mass at St. Thomas Church at 11 am.

Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity,

Barb
bwalling@binghamton.edu  607-232-6367

LAOH County Board

Michele Talcott, President

  I would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July. Enjoy with family and friends.

Thank you all who supported the June lottery. I hope everyone will be able to attend the picnic at Ross Park

on July 13th for food and friendship, it is always a good time.

Our next County Board meeting will be on Tuesday, September 2nd at 5:30.

In our motto,
Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity
Michele Talcott, President
607-349-8736