AROUND THE DISTRICTS Bellewstown
CONTACT ME
Any news or items of interest contact Iris @0864033557 or emailirismaryg@gmail.com
COFFEE MORNING
Colr. Sharon Keogan will host a fundraising Coffee morning in her office this Friday 3rd August from 10a.m. until 12noon. Everyone is welcome. Your support will be much appreciated to help Sharon in her ongoing work for the local community.
BLOTTO
Blotto Draw Tuesday 25th July. The numbers drawn were 10-12-16-26-30. No winner. The €10 winners were Ollie Stack, Lorraine Wing, David Whearty, Pamela Carr, Zac Fanthorpe and Peter Reilly Jnr. Jackpot next Wednesday is €2,000. Reserve Jackpot €2,000.
BELLEWSTOWN P & P
The Fred Hoey Memorial Scotch Foursomes will take place on Tuesday 7th August. Entry sheet in clubhouse. Competitions continue each Sunday morning at 10a.m. and Tuesday evenings at 6.30p.m.
SPECIAL GREETINGS
Birthday greetings to our Lady President Maureen Andrews who celebrated her 85th birthday last week. Happy birthday also to Willy Corry this week. Anniversary greetings to Marie & Richard Brennan on 2nd August and Mary & Martin Flood on 6th August
BELLEWSTOWN GOLF CLUB
Sat 21st July: Single Stableford; 1st Dominic Carthy 42pts, 2nd Noel Keogh 38pts, 3rd Felix Zinyemba 38pts
Sun. 22nd July: Monthly Medal; 1st Llewellyn Lucent Nett 65, 2nd Vincent Shanagher Nett 66, 3rd Thomas Kennedy Nett 68
Ladies’ Monthly Medal: 1st Grace McCullen Nett 66, 2nd Jean Gogarty Nett 72. Membership specials available.
DULEEK-BELLEWSTOWN DRAW
25th July the numbers drawn were 01-05-07-23. There was no winner. The 5 €20 winners were Joe Mone, Kathy McGrane, Brendan Byrne, Paddy Curley and Clodagh Naughton. The Jackpot is €6,000 this week.
DULEEK LIBRARY ACTIVITIES
Computer Animation Workshop: Thursday 9th August at 3.00pm for the over 7-year olds.
Playstation Workshop: Friday 10th August at 11a.m. for the over 7 age group.
Sing Aling: A Fun Music learning workshop for kids. Monday 13th August 11.00am for the under 6 age group.
Paddington Workshop: Wednesday 15th August at 11.00am for ages 3 - 6 years old.
Lego Workshop: Thursday 16th August at 3p.m. for boys and girls aged over 7.
Summer Arts & Crafts: Monday 20th August at 11a.m. for the 3 - 6-year olds. Leave your name at the desk if you wish to attend. An adult must attend with the child.
Dogs Trust: How to be a Good Dog owner. Monday 27th August 11.00am. Ages 7 upwards. All events can be booked at the Library or ring 0419880709.
LAYTOWN RACES NEW BOOK
Compiled by racing enthusiast John Kirwan and historian Fiona Ahern, members of Bellewstown Heritage Group, who also produced 300 Years of Racing at Bellewstown in 2013, this book is packed with interviews, anecdotes, recollections, reminiscences and historical facts about Laytown Races.
John, who was born on the fringes of Bellewstown Racecourse, is in charge of keeping the Bellewstown track in order throughout the year. He also knows Laytown well as he assists in the laying out of the racetrack there each September. He spent last winter researching and writing up Laytown racing and compiling statistics. Fiona has written the history of the races and they both also interviewed jockeys, trainers and owners who had participated in the excitement of Laytown Races over the years. Their stories really make the book. The result is a beautiful book with stunning photography, which also includes a round-up of all the racing held at Laytown since 1945 and an invaluable statistics section from 1919 onwards. This is a must-have for anyone interested in horse-racing or anyone who lives in or near Laytown. Laytown Strand Races, celebrating 150 years costs €20. Congrats to John and Fiona on a great job well done.
Collon CONTACT ME
Contact Mary Fitzsimons at 0861081448 or emailmary. fitzy66@gmail.com
MATTOCK BLOTTO
The numbers drawn were 1114-18-20. Jackpot not won. There were two Match 3 winners, Rhiannon O’Brien and Michelle Smith. Next Jackpot € 9,500 “If you want to win it, you’d better be in it”
ALBION ROVERS SUMMER SOCCER
Albion Rovers host their annual Summer Soccer Camp Tuesday - Thursday 7th-9th August, 10am-1pm daily, €25/child if booked before 1st August & €30/ child when booked after. Open to all boys/girls 5-14, not limited to Albion players.
PLEASE BOOK ONLINE at https://register.primoevents.com/ps/event/AlbionRoversSummerSoccerCamp2018
Places for new players available for remainder of 2018 season. More information is available by email -albionrovers77@gmail.com or at www.facebook.com/ AlbionRovers77.
MATTOCK SUMMER CAMPS
Mattock Rangers Community Centre will be holding summer camps on 13th to 17th August and 20th to 24th August. Camp times 9.30 am to 1.30 pm. Cost €65 per week. Age groups 5 to 12 years. Lots of fun guaranteed. Children should bring packed lunch and change of clothes every day. Booking forms available at Mattock Centre or Little Munchkins. For more info please contact Little Munchkins 041 98 19783 or the Mattock After School Service 085 8074664.
25TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
Congratulations and best wishes are sent to Derek and Majella Hickey who celebrated their Silver Wedding Anniversary last week. Plenty of celebrations was had to mark this very special occasion. All your family, friends and neighbours wish you the very best for the future. Here’s to the next 25!
TIERNAN’S FUN RUN/WALK
Tiernan’s Fun Run/walk will take place on Sunday 5th August at 12 noon. It starts at Hunters town football pitch and as always, I am sure it will be well supported.
So, get your running gear on and get there in memory of a beautiful little boy.