There is a festival next Saturday August 14th at Riverside – as it’s holiday time and City are playing Derby away I am struggling for volunteers (I have some but not enough).
If any of you could help out – even if only for a few hours – please e-mail me at community@ccfctrust.org
Thanks Tracey
Just a reminder that a bucket collection in aid of the Fred Keenor Statue Fund Appeal will be held before Sunday’s season opener against Sheffield United.
Collectors for Bring a Pound to the Groundwill be at the ground from 11am until 10 minutes before kick-off (allowing the volunteers time to get to their seats before kick-off).
There’s still time to volunteer as a collector: Contact David Craig on d.craig43@ntlworld.com or call 029 2063 6637
Bluebirds fan Matthew Bullock is putting his best foot forward in aid of the Fred Keenor Statue Fund appeal – by running the Toronto marathon.The specially designed Fred Keenor pin badges, produced to raise funds for the statue appeal, are set to sell out this Sunday.
We’ve been delighted at the overwhelming response and have already placed another order for a significant number of badges which are expected to arrive in the third week of August. Apologies for those that may be disappointed in the meantime.
On Saturday the badges will be available at the Trust stand inside the stadium from around 11am and a limited number may also be available from the supporters’ club shop.
A very small number remain for postal orders. If you intend to order by post please check availability before sending your cheque or postal order by emailing Trust Press Officer Phillip Nifield on phillip.cattwg@btinternet.com. Badges cost £3 each plus £1 postage and packing. Cheques should be made out to the Fred Keenor Statue Fund or FKSF.
The Fred Keenor statue campaign was given a massive boost after Cardiff City announced it was hosting an evening with Dave Jones and Ricky Tomlinson in aid of the appeal.
Dave Jones will kick off the evening on Thursday, September 16th (7pm) with a question and answer session, followed by Ricky Tomlinson and comedian Gary Skyner.
The club is donating £2 from every ticket sold to the appeal and there will also be an auction and raffle during the evening to raise funds.
Cardiff City Chief Executive Gethin Jenkins said, “The stadium has already shown that it can be a top class venue to host events, and this will be no exception in what should be a great night. We are naturally proud to support the hard work of the Fred Keenor statue fund raising committee and we are sure that everyone will enjoy a memorable night.”
David Craig of the Cardiff City Supporters’ Trust, and project manager for the statue appeal, said: “This really promises to be a great evening. For Cardiff City fans, the chance to ask Dave Jones questions is something not to be missed and of course there’s top-class entertainment laid on with Ricky Tomlinson.
“It’s an evening Cardiff City fans and people in general won’t want to miss and we are confident a substantial amount of money will be raised for the appeal. We’re very grateful for the continued support of Cardiff City, who are as determined as we are to see the statue to a true Bluebirds icon built.”
Vince Alm of Cardiff City Supporters Club added: “Cardiff City Supporters Club are very please to support such a worthwhile event, and it’s a rare opportunity for fans to ask Dave Jones a question or two.
“The entertainment promises to be first class too with Ricky in attendance, who is sure to provide a great laugh for everyone. Well done to the football club for putting on the event, and making it accessible for the majority of supporters with reasonable pricing.”
Tickets for the evening cost £30 (general admission) or a discounted price of £25 for Premier Club members and Ambassadors. Group bookings can also be made with tables to sit 10 available for £250. A meal of curry and rice is included in the price.
Book early to avoid disappointment. Bookings can be made with the club’s commercial team on 0845 345 1405. It’s sure to be a great night.
Donations for the Fred Keenor Statue Fund can be made through the Cardiff City Supporters Trust website, www.ccfctrust.org