b"1 23 4 5Day at the Races1 Sheila Kirk and Ann Quinn MAY, 2013 This annual event in support of the Celtic Studies program at the University of Toronto is always an 2 John Maxwell, Linda Armstrong, outstanding success. 200 joined the track-side tent on the hottest day of the year, but after the long cold winter an Kevin Gallagher, Terry Smith, Eithne Heffernan unseasonably warm day was most welcome. Thank you to race sponsors: The Bayview Animal Hospital, Jovian 3 Hugo Straney and Oliver MurrayCapital, President's Choice Financial, Brandes Investment Partners and GFX Partners. There were fantastic live and4 Eithne Heffernan5 Anne and Michael Hurley silent auctions and attendees had the chance to bid on Justin Bieber tickets, a golf outing at an exclusive private clubnorth of Toronto, shopping sprees, Waterford crystal, gift certificates, wine experiences and much more. Thank you toeveryone who donated items. A special thank you to Ireland Fund of Canada Board Member, Eithne Heffernan, for herongoing support and dedication to this important event. Eithne is supported by a great team of volunteers, Linda Armstrong, Erin Cassidy Boland, Kevin Gallagher, Con and Cathy OConnell, Brian OLeary, John Sandeman and MauraWalsh.connect2013 | 105"