Newtownmountkennedy
PARK FEST
The committee of ParkFest would like to sincerely thank all the village people who came together to help make this years Parkfest a great success.
What a superb weekend, great work to all. Special thanks to Ruth Ian, Linda Willlie, Robert, Tim, Paul, Jo’s Dad and all others who made the weekend possible; The Mens shed, The Newtown Garda, All on the organising committee, all our sponsors, all who came and supported and anyone we have left out.
The music was amazing and we are so delighted to have all you musicians come and play here for this festival. Spread the word, next year will be even better.
HERITAGE WEEK
Many thanks to those involved in the inaugural Heritage week of August 19 to August 27, proudly supported by Newtownmountkennedy and District Tidy Towns.
It was a great success and we hope that all in the village and beyond who attended really enjoyed themselves. Many hands and minds took great effort to bring that week together and make it a success.
Nature, storytelling, history, conservation, bees, food, life and kids all helped to understand what a great village, landscape and environment here in Newtownmountkennedy.
Next year will be even better. Please contact Newtownmountkennedy and District Tidy Townsnewtowntidytown@gmail.com.
GAA CLUB NOTES
Newtown GAA are holding a very important meeting of all club members tonight Wednesday the 13th at 7.30 p.m. in the clubhouse and anybody with the interest of Newtown GAA at heart should attend.
As last Saturday was the under-seven and under-nine last blitz of the season we will now take a break from activity. We will have a presentation day in a few weeks’ time and will let you know when we have a date arranged.
Since we started training back in February we have had a steady high attendance of kids at training, our sincere thanks to both parents, families and the wider community for helping to make this happen. Thanks for all the communication regarding attendance which makes everything easier to organise.
We hope everyone will continue their involvement when we resume for our next season and hope to see you all then. Massive thanks to the coaches Peter, Ruairi, Luke, Paul and Alun.
The under-12 girls next match is in the shield final against St Pat’s on Sunday the 17th with no time fixed yet. training continues every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m.
The under-14 girls created a little bit of history last Sunday when they became the first juvenile girls to bring home silverware from the top flight of girls’ football, the girls put in a magnificent performance to win the A shield in some style. On a miserable day for football the girls were a delight to watch, captain Laura Murphy accepted the trophy on behalf of her teammates who all played their part in a game where we outplayed our opponents all over the pitch. The panel of girls on the day was Grace Murphy, Katie Smith, Cora Heffernan, Doireann Smyth, Alyssia Larkin, Laura Murphy, Katelyn O’Toole, Yasmin O’Connor Phipps, Aleesha McMahon, Rebecca Gillan, Laragh Davis, Zara di Tofano, Una Power, Sophie O’Reilly and Alicia Farrell. Well done girls and management of Shayne, Shay, Kirsty and Bernie.
The under-16 girls played AGB last week in their final group game of the championship, the girls were beaten on the night but were presented with the div two cup after the matchnext match is the A shield final on Sunday the 17th in Ballinakill but our opponents are not known yet.
There is a good stock of club gear now available to buy for any enquiries regarding club gear please contact Amy at 086 3332195.
Our next fundraising event takes place this Friday in the Parkview, we are pleased to announce that the Fureys are playing and tickets cost €25. Tickets are available from the hotel reception or contact any committee member, it promises to be a great night so get your tickets early as they are limited.
The draw for the football tickets will be on Thursday the 14th in the clubhouse and tickets cost €5 to enter, the draw is open to all members.
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This week’s jackpot raised to €6,200 as it rolled over on numbers 4, 18, 22 and 23. There were six match-three numbers who won €35 each
MINDFULNESS
Mindfulness classes will start again Monday, September 11, 7.45 p.m. to 8.45 p.m. in the Corner House. Classes are suitable for anyone completely new to the practice as well as experienced practitioners. Mindfulness can help with managing stress, reduce anxiety and find more ease in daily life. Cost: €60 for six weeks or €13 drop in. Contact Angelika 087 2176068.