RDA News
School's out!!! This means the RDA rides have finished for the Summer, and will re-start on Thursday 16th September 2010. But just because the rides have stopped, it doesn't mean the fun has. The 17th June saw the Riders Summer Picnic at Happy Valley, with the Band of the Royal Corps of Signals in attendance.
The day started out by being fantastic, and just got better!! Giggles and shrieks of delight were soon heard, and it wasn't long before everyone was joining in. Singing, dancing (very popular with the girls), a close look at the musical instruments, marching with the band - yes, really!!
And there was more than one conductor during the course of the morning. Plenty of food to go around, and hardly any left over, which was a sure sign that all had a great time. All too soon it was time to leave, but the memories will stay on. Tom, the guys & and gals of the band were just amazing - stay safe.
Twice monthly, RDA has a stall at the Car Boot Market held at Linopetra, Limassol. This stall can be readily identified by the RDA "sandwich boards" next to it. So, should you happen to be in the area on a Saturday morning, why not call by - you may even pick up a bargain as well as helping our charity. If you have any items for the stall, please contact Trixie Milton on 25728883
On the 24th June we held our 5th Moonlight Picnic at Flagstaff House Episkopi. The setting for the event was superb and whilst it was a somewhat breezy evening, nevertheless it was warm.
We had in excess of 100 people attending with their picnics, and all enjoyed the excellent music which was provided by the Royal Signals Northern Band.
This year we had additional entertainment in the form of ‘Cyprus Morris’, a local group of Morris Dancers.
The Moonlight Picnic is our main fund raising event of the year and the entry fee and Grand Draw raised €2,334.
If for some reason you could not join us this year we very much look forward to seeing you in 2011.
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On the 24th October we will be holding our annual sponsored walk. By popular demand, the walk will again start at Melanda Beach Restaurant and will take us to the top of the cliffs overlooking Pissouri Bay, before returning to Melanda.
We walk at a leisurely pace, and the scenery is wonderful, so why don’t you join us. Both RDA members and non members are very welcome.
For further information and a sponsor form, please contact Steve Butcher on 25943517/96723338
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Finbarr Leahy, a member of Episkopi Runners, recently completed the Paphos Half Marathon to raise funds for RDA. The picture shows Finbarr presenting his cheque for 170 Euros to RDA President, Fiona Gordon, after the ride on 20th May. RDA is most grateful to him for his support and generous gesture.
Please note the following items. More information will be provided nearer the dates.
16th September 2010 Rides resume after Summer break
18th September 2010 Episkopi Fete at Happy Valley
24th October 2010 RDA Sponsored Walk (all welcome)
2nd December 2010 Last ride before Christmas break
6th December 2010 Christmas Party for Riders and Carers at Episkopi Garrison
