Tullyallen
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PARISH NEWS
The next Do Confirming our Children Mass is on Saturday 9th of December at 7.30pm. St. Oliver’s Pastoral area calendars are available in the porch. There are faith cards, rosary cards and samples of the Mirror Magazine from Aid to the Church in Need at the door of the church. Please take some for yourself, for someone in hospital or for the housebound. Niall Moonan is our parish ambassador for the Aid to the Church in Need. All weekday Masses for Advent are in the church at 7.30pm. Masses for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary on Thursday 7th of December (Vigil) at 7.30pm and Friday 8th of December at 7.30pm.
COLPE CAROLS
The new Presbyterian Minister, Colpe Road, Drogheda (Damien Burke) invites us to join their Carol Service on Sunday 3rd of December at 6.30pm.
STAMPS PLEASE
During the Advent season we receive more postage as we prepare for the Nativity. Mr. Moonan in our school collects stamps for the Medical Missionaries of Mary. All stamps much appreciated.
NEW YEARS DAY GRAND PRIZE DRAW
Tickets are now available for the Glen Emmets New Years Day Grand Prize Draw. With first prize being €6000, 2nd Prize €2000, 3rd Prize €1000 and 10 winners will get €100. The ticket costs just €50 and the draw will take place at 9pm on 1st January 2018 in the Morning Star. Tickets are available from any of the committee members or the Lotto Hut Saturdays 12-6 outside Lynch’s Centra, Tullyallen. This could be the ideal solution to your Christmas Gift problems but tickets are limited so when they’re gone, they’re gone. It would be advisable to get your tickets purchased early on.
CHRISTMAS TREE CEREMONY
The Christmas Tree lighting Ceremony will take place this year at 6.30 pm in the Village Square one Tuesday December 12th. The tree will be blessed by Fr. Dooley PP and then Santa will switch on the lights. A choir from Tullyallen National School led by Mr. Moonan will then sing some festive songs and then there will be some carols by local musicians. We would ask that anyone attending would wear high visibility clothing to ensure road safety. All are welcome and the organisers look forward to seeing everyone there.
MEN’S SHED ANNUAL CHRISTMAS DRAW
Tullyallen Men’s Shed 2nd Annual Christmas Draw will take place on Friday 15th December. This is a great draw with the following prizes up for grabs. 1st Prize is a Large Hamper that includes Turkey, Ham, Christmas Cake, Pudding, Chocolates, Biscuits & Drink. 2nd Prize is a Keg of Beer (Morning Star Pub). 3rd Prize is a Waterford Crystal Clock. 4th Prize is a Super Nintendo Classic Mini 20 + 1 Games. There are over 25 prizes in total and lines cost €5 each. Tickets are on sale in Lambe’s Butchers and The Pharmacy in Tullyallen or any member of the Men’s Shed. All proceeds towards a workshop for the Shed.
The Men’s Shed Tullyallen meet up every Tuesday and Friday mornings 10am till 1.00pm. This is open to all men in the Parish and surrounding areas. Everyone has something
to offer the Shed they would be delighted to get new members on board. They are currently in process of obtaining a site for their workshop.
SLIMMING WORLD TIMES
Slimming World have two classes each week on Thursdays. The first class is 5pm and the second is 7pm. Why not head on down to the Glen Emmets Clubrooms and get on the right track.
GLEN EMMETS CLUBROOMS
The Glen Emmets have a function room and a meeting room available for meetings or parties. Contact Jack Carolan on (087) 2316722 for details. Get all your Glen Emmets jerseys, half zips, shorts, tracksuits, bags, socks etc in the club shop. Contact Mary McCabe on (086) 0792756 or Marie Russell on (087) 6876870.
TULLYALLEN PARENT & TODDLER GROUP
Group meets on a Thursday morning 9.45 to 11.45 upstairs in Glen Emmets. There is a small cost of €3 for a cuppa and a wee chat and entry to Glen Emmets lotto. The Kids are not left out as they get toast and juice. They are always open to some new faces, this even includes parents, grandparents and minders - all welcome.
LOTTO RESULTS
Results for the Glen Emmets Lotto held Tuesday 28th November 2017. The Grand Prize Draw was for €2,700 and there was no winner. The numbers drawn were: 6, 13, 14 & 24. The 2 Lucky Dip winners received a ticket each for the New year’s Day Grand Prize Draw (worth €50) well done to Julian Loughran & Charlotte Martin. Next week’s draw is €2,800. Tickets are on sale in Centra Tullyallen or any committee member or now you can play online at https://www. locallotto.ie/play_newa.asp?ll_ id=1329#Anchor
TOWNLEY HALL GOLF CLUB
Winners of last the nine hole re-entry competition played on 25th/26th November are as follows: 1st Noel Reay with 22 points and 2nd David Melia with 18 points.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY.
It is one of the blessings of old friends that you can be stupid with them.
DEVELOPMENT GROUP LOTTO.
Results from 14th November. No’s drawn were: 10, 11, 18 and
19. No winner. €50 winners were: Helen Sweeney c/o Breeda Marley and Hannah Boylan c/o Direct Debit. Results from 21st November. No’s were: 6, 18, 20 and
24. No winner. Voucher winners were: Olive Butterly c/o Breeda Marley and Pat Lynch c/o Direct Debit and Margaret Fay c/o Aine Hoey. Results from 28th November. No’s were: 1, 9, 20 and 21. No winner. Voucher winners were: June McParland and Bronagh McCormack both c/o Ann Levins and Pauline Conlon c/o Deirdre Delaney. Jackpot next week will be €7675. Yours to win or share for only €2. Congratulations to all the winners and continued thanks to the collectors.
CLOGHERHEAD 2018 CALENDARS.
The Clogherhead Development Group has lovely Calendars for sale at only €10 each. They may be purchased in Gareth’s Family Butcher, McArdle’s Shop, John Kirk Park and Mace Store, Drogheda Road or from any Committee member.
FERRARD DAY COFFEE MORNING.
Termonfeckin Pastoral Committee are hosting a “Coffee Morning & Cake Sale” on our behalf on Sunday next 10th December in the offices of Termonfeckin Credit Union. Starting at 10a.m. – 1p.m. there will be lots and lots of cakes, buns, breads etc to purchase and also a marvellous Raffle. Please come along and support this very worthy cause, get something nice for “Afternoon Tea” and admission is FREE. Thank you.
FERRARD DAY VISITORS.
There are visitors, and there are visitors, but we at the Ferrard Day Centre Wednesday last were very much amazed when John and Marcus Conry walked in on us. John is a local lad from the Chapel Road but has moved to Duluth, Minnesota years ago to work but is home with his son Marcus for a couple of week’s holiday. They called up to see us, as Johns Uncle, Paddy Hodgins is one of our group members and he had told them about us. Marcus is a very talented Violin player and enthralled us all with a selection of music from his repertoire. When he goes back home he will have lots of news for his Mum Kara and twin sister Ruthie. Thank you Marcus and don’t be a stranger to us and we hope you enjoy your holiday in Ireland.
WOULD YOUR CHILD LIKE A PARTY?
The latest craze is the All Weather Pitch in Clogherhead. It costs only €20 for 1 hour and after the hour you can continue the party there on the pitch or go to the Community Hall where they can run around having great fun in secure, friendly and safe surroundings for only €30 per hour. And then they just flake out with tiredness, happy but tired.
Contact 086 8242024 / 8568283 for further details.
POLAR PLUNGE. LIFEBOAT MULLED WINE. DREADNOTS NEWS. LOCAL COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES.
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Well done to all who took part in the Annual Polar Plunge on Clogherhead Beach Saturday last. A great time was had by participants and spectators alike. Cold weather didn’t deter them one little bit.
Congratulations to the following winners of the Raffle at Mulled Wine last week. 1st Large Hamper: Joe Markey. 2nd Large Hamper: Declan O’Brian. 3rd Meat Voucher: Declan De Fraitas. Well done.
Bingo continues every Monday night in the Community Hall, Clogherhead starting at 8.30.p.m.
1) Are you over 21 and in receipt of a Social Welfare Payment? Would you like to train as an Early Year’s Educator, receive a minimum payment of €210.50 attending 19.5 hrs per week? You may
also be entitled to free childcare while working on the Project. For further information contact Michael Lynch at Scallywags Crèche, Togher on 041 6852375 or e-mail toghercpg@yahoo.ie.
2) Are you over 25 and in receipt of a Social Welfare Payment, if so you might be eligible to participate on a Community Employment training project: where you will receive a minimum payment of €210.50 for 19.5 hours per week? You may also be entitled to free childcare while working on the Project. Positions Available: Grounds Keeper Dreadnots GFC, Secretary Clogherhead, Secretary Togher, Environmental workers Clogherhead. For further information contact Michael Lynch, Togher Community Project Group Ltd on 041 6852375 or emailtoghercpg@yahoo.ie.
CLOGHERHEAD CREDIT UNION LOANS.
Going to college, improving your home, changing your car, or for that special occasion, Clogherhead Credit Union offers a competitive rate for loans. Flexible 3rd Level Student loans at a great rate now available. Terms and conditions apply. Office opens daily. For further information please phone 041
9822951.
ST. COLMCILLES PASTORAL AREA SVP.
If you need assistance or help please phone either of the numbers listed below: 086 0390612 / 041 9835914. Your request will be dealt with in a professional and confidential manner.
COMMUNITY HALL, CLOGHERHEAD.
Monday: 8.30.p.m. Bingo: Tuesday: 8.30p.m. Development Group Meeting: Wednesday: 10.30.a.m. Ferrard Day Centre: 5.30pm Miriam McCarthy Irish Dance Class: 8.30.p.m. ICA Meeting: Thursday: 10a.m. to 12 noon Toddler Group. 2.30. p.m. Indoor Bowls. Friday 3 p.m. Danceworx. To book the Hall for any event, please phone Carainn on 087 2767511 after 7 p.m. thank you. There are 3 rooms for rent in the hall and also kitchen facilities and any event can be catered for: Business Meetings and Presentations, Arts & Crafts, Weddings, Christenings, Birthdays, Communions, Confirmations and Funeral Receptions.
GET WELL GREETINGS.
A speedy recovery is sent to all Parishioners who are ill, either at home, in hospital, and in the various convalescence and respite homes in the area. Sincere thanks are also extended to those who care for them there.