

ANNUAL CHARITY BALL
"In
1973 we wanted to do something special to celebrate being at Monte Cristo for 10
years so decided to hold a Victorian period ball. We only intended to hold the
one, but as all the guests were leaving they booked for the next year, so this
year we will host the 31st ball.
In that time
we have outlasted 3 orchestra's, and many of our guests have passed on. Our
guests come from all states of the
One year a Dr. Jackson and his wife were in
The ball is
held on the second Saturday in September to coincide with the first time I saw
Monte Cristo.
The proceeds of the ball are donated to charity (usually a children's charity).
The night
starts off with sherries and savouries at 7.30pm and at 8.00pm the guests sit
down to a 2 course dinner. The official opening of the ball takes place at
Victorian
style period evening dress is required."
PRICE:
$135.00 per double. Price Includes Entrance to Ball and meals at Ball. 10.30am
brunch the following day at homestead.
The Chairty
Ball is extremely popular. All interested parties are placed on a waiting list.
Unfortunately the Ryan's cannot guarantee an invitation but will include all on
a guest list.
