b'1 2 34 5 615th Annual Day At the RacesJUNE, 2012 AN OUTSTANDING GROUP OF SUPPORTERS BRAVED THE WIND AND1 Oliver Murray, Jean Talman, Bob Edgett, Ann Dooley, DRIVING RAIN FOR THE 15TH ANNUAL DAY AT THE RACES. There were plenty of brightHon. Ray Bassett, Eithne Heffernan, Jane Noonanhats, fascinators, ties and jackets to more than make up for the lack of sunshine. Friends, family and 2 Terry Smith, John Maxwell, Sheila Kirk, Kevin Gallaghercolleagues enjoyed an afternoon of food, frivolity and of course fabulous horse racing. The Master of 3 Scott Penfound, Kim Speers, Hugo Straney, Traci Penfound, Ceremonies, Hugo Straney, kept the mood light while cajoling attendees to generously bid on live andJonathan Speers4 Philomena Blake, Jane Noonan,silent auction items. Proceeds from the event support the Celtic Studies program at St. Michaels CollegeEithne Heffernan5 Mike Smith and The Ireland Fund of Canada was proud to provide $30,000 towards the Artist-in-Residence program6 Guests enjoying the rainy Day at the Races at this years event. Heartfelt gratitude goes out to Eithne Heffernan for her enthusiasm in leading such a dedicated group of volunteers. Special thanks to Erin Cassidy, Nora Cooney, Kitty Freeley, Kevin Gal-lagher, Anne Looney, Cathy and Con OConnell, John Sandeman and Maura Walsh. Special thanks are alsodue to our race sponsors, Brandes Investment Partners, GFX Partners, Jovian Capital, KMPG and Michael& Eithne Heffernan.connect2012 | 119'