Monsignor Lawrence E. Giblin Division One
Broome County, NY - November 2025

​​​BROOME COUNTY LAOH JUNIORS

  It’s not too late to purchase a ticket for the Junior Spaghetti dinner fundraiser on November 4th, Election Day, from 5:00 to 7:00.  Our Junior members transform our hall into an Italian restaurant for a delicious dinner. Adults $15, children (6-11) $8, under 5 free. Tickets available at the hall. Take out also available.  We’re calling all girls ages 5–18 to become part of the LAOH Junior Division — a vibrant Irish Catholic organization dedicated to preserving Irish traditions, customs, and heritage through friendship, cultural activities, and charitable work.

As a Junior member, you will:

Participate in engaging meetings that explore our Faith, Irish history and culture, and American patriotism.
Get involved in meaningful community service projects — a great way to fulfill Confirmation requirements.
Enter the Irish Writing Contest, with the chance to win local, state, and national prizes.
Be eligible to apply for the LAOH Division 2 scholarship in memory of Mary Curry.
Build leadership skills and make lasting friendships.

No family connection to the Hibernians is required — all girls with a passion for Irish culture are welcome! 

In Friendship, Unity, and Christian Charity,

Debbie Burke and Kelly Cole
Junior Co-Ordinator’s
607-727-7183

LAOH Division Two

Deborah Burke, President

 Hello November!  Warm greetings to all as we head into the holiday season—a time to cherish family, friendship, and our Hibernian sisterhood.

Please join us in welcoming Karyn Church, Elizabeth Bankhead, and Cathy Fitzgerald to our division! We are excited to have you with us and look forward to your participation. May your membership bring you joy, friendship, and a strong sense of community.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated items and volunteered their time at our Fall Rummage Sale. Your generosity and effort helped make the event a success! A special shout-out to Susan Connors, who did a fantastic job chairing the event. You are all appreciated!

Let’s show our support for our Junior Hibernians!  On November 4th from 5:00 to 7:00 our LAOH Junior members host the Election Day Spaghetti Dinner, their major fundraiser.   Tickets available at the bar.  Donations (bread, parmesan cheese, pasta, salad dressing, napkins, or money) to defray expenses are appreciated.

We are honored to welcome the Trinity Degree team to Binghamton for a Major Degree ceremony for our members on November 15th at Saint Vincent DePaul Blessed Sacrament Church, 465 Clubhouse Rd., Vestal, NY 13850 at 11:00 a.m. Registration begins at 10:15 am and everyone must arrive and be seated by 10:50 am.  You must register to receive your degree or observe the ceremony. See attached flyer for registration form and information. 

Join us later that day on Nov. 15, for a night of fun and charity at our “Sock Hop for Socks” from 7-10pm! Help us meet a critical need while enjoying a great night out with members from all divisions. Admission: One new package of socks (to be donated to local homeless shelters) 

Please join us at the annual AOH/LAOH Christmas party on Dec. 6 from 6 to 9pm for dinner and a fun evening at our hall. Be sure to make a reservation. There will be a reservation sheet at the hall.  This is for adults only. 

Time is running out! Membership Dues Reminder-A few members still have outstanding dues. To ensure continued membership (including your subscription to The Chieftain), please stop at the hall or send a $35 check payable to LAOH Division Two, along with your dues card and a self-addressed stamped envelope to: AOH Hall, 148 Main St. Binghamton, NY 13905 or 43 Marys Rd. Windsor, NY 13865 Attn: Darlene Comeno. 

Please join your sisters at our next division meeting on Wednesday, November 19th at 7:00pm. Please bring items (see email) for our Thanksgiving gift basket for a needy family.  Your generosity is appreciated.

Wishing you and yours a blessed Thanksgiving! May your holiday be filled with warmth, love, and gratitude. Happy Thanksgiving to all our Hibernian families! 

In Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity, 

-Debbie-

dburke8@stny.rr.com​

LAOH County Board

Michele Talcott, President

There are many events coming up in November, hope to see you all there:

The Juniors Spaghetti Dinner on Election Day, November 4, 2025

The Luck of the Irish drawing for the Corporation on November 13, 2025 at 7pm

Please encourage students in grades 6-12 to enter the Irish History Contest.  Entries are due October 30th.

Let's not forget Veteran's Day on November 11, 2025.  Thanks to all our Veterans for their service.

Happy Thanksgiving to all!  We certainly have many things to be thankful for.  Enjoy your holiday with family and friends.

Our next County Board meeting will be on December 2, 2025 @ 5:30. 

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

LAOH Division ONe

Barbara Walling, President 

​ As Thanksgiving approaches, let us remember all we are thankful for including our families, friends, freedoms and health.  A special thank you to all our Veterans and current military, first responders and health care workers. Cathy Axtell-Shadduck joined our division at the October meeting.  Welcome Cathy! 

            The annual AOH Turkey party was held on October 17.  Thank you to all who volunteered, donated items or attended the event.  It was great seeing our sisters supporting our AOH brothers. 

In October we participated in the Friends Helping Friends fundraiser at Boscov’s.  Thank you to Maureen Reynolds for organizing this and all who helped or supported us by purchasing a shopping pass.  

The Corporation’s Luck of the Irish drawing is Thursday, November 13th at 7 pm.  The profit from this drawing benefits the upkeep of our Hall. Please consider purchasing a ticket. Tickets are $50 each.  Buy a chance, go in with friends on a ticket, five prizes awarded for five lucky winners!  Tickets are available from board members or at the hall. 

            Please remember in your prayers our sister Linda Bazewick and her family on the recent passing of her mother.  Continue to remember in your prayers our sister and brother Hibernians who may need a healing or caring prayer. 

Upcoming events:  

Friday, October 31, Halloween Party, 6 pm
Tuesday, November 4, Election Day, 5-7 pm Junior Division spaghetti dinner
Thursday, November 13, Luck of the Irish raffle drawing, 7 pm
Friday, November 14, Division Meeting, 7 pm
Saturday, November 15, Degree Ceremony at St. Vincent DePaul/Blessed Sacrament, 11 am
Saturday, November 15, Division 2, Sock Hop 

Our November meeting will be on Friday, November 14th at 7 pm with a decade of the Rosary being said at 6:45 pm.  I hope you find time in your schedule to join us.  

Happy Thanksgiving Blessings to all! 

Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity,

Barb

bwalling@binghamton.edu  

607-232-6367