Crossroads charity hosting St Patrick's Day race night

Monday, 30 January 2012 00:00

A local charity is holding a St Patrick’s Day race night this weekend to raise money for carers in the Island.

Crossroads Care is hosting the event in conjunction with Laxey Football Club to celebrate the Irish holiday.

The event starts at 7pm and tickets cost £10 which includes a hot supper and £2 worth of free bets.

Crossroads’ fundraising officer Alex Wilson told 3FM it would be a fun evening for all.

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Tickets are available in advance by calling Crossroads on 673103 or Laxey Football Club on 861027.

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