Slane
CONTACT ME
Contact Sean on 087-6783729 or email swall32@gmail.com if you have an item for this column.
CREDIT UNION QUIZ
Eleven teams from local primary schools took part in the Slane Credit Union School’s Quiz in Rathkenny Hall recently. Slane National School emerged winners in the A section and their team comprised of Tom Coyle, Dylan Carolan, Declan and Andrew Harding. St Louis NS Rathkenny with Shane Maguire, Leah Moore, Ellen O’Reilly and Ethan Matthews finished second while Slane NS was also third with Jessie Riggs, Cillian Murphy, Rose O’Donnell and Zack McConnon. Kentstown NS were winners in the B section and their team was Adam Ryan, Conrad Maguire, Sean Reilly and Matthew Connor. Second was Slane NS - Kathryn Yore, Nathan Kenny, Pascal Ayres and Doon Aherne, and a team from Slane NS comprising of Conor O’Sullivan, Ella Traynor, Senan Kerrigan and Ethan Harding also took third spot. Well done to all the winners as well as those who all took part.
AFTERNOON CONCERT
Tankardstown House host an afternoon concert of Italian Opera in The Orangery at Tankardstown House this Sunday, February 17th. It will feature soprano Evelyne Bourton and guests, tenor Andrew Gavin and pianist Donal McCrisken. Prosecco welcome at 3pm, concert to commence at 3.30pm.Tickets €30 available at Tankardstown 041 9824621 or info@tankardstown.ie
LITTER PICK
Rossin Rovers and Monknewtown Community Council are doing a litter pick on Saturday, February 22nd. Volunteers can meet at hall at 10.30am and play their part in keeping the community clean and green.
Rossin Rovers joker jackpot now stands at €1,450 and the next draw is on Sunday, February 17th in Dolly Mitchell’s at 7.30pm. If your not in you can’t win!
NEWGRANGE ONLINE BOOKING SUSPENDED
Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre will undergo major refurbishment in the coming months and for the duration of the works the online pre-booking service will not be available. All tickets will be issued on a daily first come first served basis.
YOGO
A Restorative Yoga Evening with Brenda takes place this Friday, February 15th, at the Ananda Centre, Slane, from 7.30 to 9.30pm.
HOTHOUSE FLOWERS
The Conyngham Arms Hotel will host the brilliant Hothouse Flowers in concert on Easter Sunday night, April 21st. The world renowned rock group that combines traditional Irish music with influences from soul, gospel and rock performed recently at the Temple Bar Tradfest and have a number of other concerts coming up shortly including the Dubai Opera House on St Patrick’s Day. If you would like to see Liam Ó Maonlaí, Fiachna Ó Braonái, Maria Doyle Kennedy and the rest of the band tickets are now available from reception at the Conyngham Arms at 041 9884444.
ATHLETIC CLUB AGM
Rathkenny AC have their agm in the Sallygardens on Friday, February 22nd, at 7.45pm. All members are requested to be in attendance to discuss the further development of the club. New coaches are needed in the club - full training will be provided.
DATES FOR THE DIARY
The Confirmation this year in Slane will take place on Wednesday May 8th. First Communion is on Saturday, May 18th. Blessing of the graves in Monknewstown, Dowth and Fennor is on Sunday, May 26th, and on Hill of Slane and St Erc’s Cemetery on Sunday, June 2nd.
RATHKENNY REVELS
Rathkenny Revels have started preparations for the 2019 show and registration is now complete for the current season. Tina Price Lynch is again musical director and Adam Lynch choreographer. The 2019 shows are on April 11th, 12th, 13th and 14th at 8pm with a 3pm matinee on Sunday, April 14th in Rathkenny Hall. Booking details will follow shortly.
SINCERE SYMPATHY
The sincere sympathy of Broomfield and District Residents Association and the Community of Broomfield and District is extended to the Corrigan and extended Corrigan Family on the passing of Paddy Corrigan RIP, Kildalkey (brother of Margaret Heery, Starinagh), in his 99th year recently, and also to the Thompson and extended Thompson Family on the recent passing of Seamus Thompson RIP, Donegal (father of Seamus Thompson, Starinagh). The late Seamus, who was a Quarter-Master in the Irish Army with 38 years service, received a full Military Funeral. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time for you.
ART CLASSES RESUME
Art Classes for the Spring Term resumed this week and continue as follows; Mondays 10.30 am to 12.30 pm. Classes on Tuesdays also from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm. All levels and newcomers always welcome. Contact Niamh on 087 8173073 or see Facebook.com/ teachraithneachartgroup for more details.
YOGA CLASSES
Yoga Classes resume in Teach Raithneach this Wednesday 20th February 2019 and will run for 5 weeks. Contact Grainne on 086 8046781 for details.
BLOOD TRANSFUSUION SERVICE
The ITBS would like to thank all who attended their recent clinic in Teach Raithneach on Thursday 31st January. A total of 70 Donors donated on the occasion. There were 6 former Donors and 7 first time Donors. Well done and thanks to all involved.
COMMUNITY ALERT
BE WINTER-READY, You , Your Community and the Winter, a pamphlet from the Department of Rural and Community Development, contains some very useful information and is a must have for all Community households. It contains a section, Emergency Contacts, that can be filled in and kept at hand to be used if an emergency arises. A section Remember advises: Know your Eircode, Know your GP’s contact details, Know your neighbours contact details, Get the Flu Vaccine, Keep your phone charged, Keep warm, eat well and avoid unnecessary travel, Know how to turn off your utility services (electricity, gas, water) in your home. Contact the Association if you would like a pamphlet. The Broomfield and District Community Alert, Text Alert mobile number is 086 2193103. If you’re not on the Text Alert Register and would like to be included, please contact the number above. Don’t be afraid to make that call!
PARENT/GUARDIAN AND TODDLER PLAY-GROUP
The Parent/Guardian and Toddler Play-Group meet every Friday morning in Teach Raithneach. Contact Isobel on 087 4170561 for further information or to get involved. All welcome!
WALKING GROUP
Broomfield and District Walking Group has resumed walking on Sundays from 12 - 1 pm. For further information please contact Josie on 086/4458108
IRISH DANCING CLASSES
Irish Dancing Classes with The Farrelly School of Irish Dancing in Teach Raithneach every Tuesday from 6 to 7.30 pm. Contact Grainne on 086 3707227 or Olive on 086 3502157 for further information. New members welcome at any time.
TUS VACANCY
A TUS vacancy exist with Broomfield and District Residents Association. The Work Programme involves Care-taking duties in and around Teach Raithneach, as well as the maintenance and up-keep of a number of amenities throughout the District. If you think you are eligible to participate in this Scheme, then please contact the Gerard on 087 2729154 for more information. Self referral forms are available. These allow you to self-refer to Meath Partnership, the body who have responsibility for implementing the TUS Scheme in this area.
TEACH RAITHNEACH BOOKING
To discuss options or to book Teach Raithneach, contact Alice on 087-9360018
LOTTERY
Broomfield Bonus Ball Lottery Christmas Draw Results Draw Date: 06/02/2019 Bonus Ball Numbers were: 12, 08 and 34.
No Jackpot Winner! Week’s Jackpot: €5,050.
This Weeks €20 Winners: Jim Wogan, Collon. Maryann Gallagher, Navan. Mary Rafferty, Rathbran. Josephine Sullivan, Starinagh. Kieran, Tracy & Billy Weldon, Navan.
Promoters: Gerard Weldon, Mary Rafferty, Elizabeth Gallagher, Malachy Sullivan & Teach Box..
Next Draw Date: 12/02/2019
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY. SEAN’S SHOW. CALLYSTOWN NS ENROLMENT.
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The best way to appreciate something is to do without it for a while.
On Saturday 23rd February, Sean Tester will be having his show “She’s the One” in the Barbican Centre Drogheda. Sean as you all know is a “Clogher” man at heart, he just lives in Drogheda. His maternal Grandpa was the late Sean Lynch (another marvellous singer) and his Grandma; Mary Lynch can belt out a song or two as well. It is great to see a young man like Sean sing for every age group and be appreciated for it. Tickets for the show only cost €20 and are available from the Barbican Centre, Reception at The Westcourt Hotel and online at www.ticketweb.ie. Hope to see you all on the 23rd for a great night’s entertainment. Thank you.
Enrolment for the year 2019/2020 in Callystown NS is now taking place. You may contact the school during school hours by telephone 041 98 22873 or call personally. Thank you.
YOGA WITH GRA.
Another new class in the Community Hall, Clogherhead is Yoga with Gra. These classes are on Wednesday 9.30 – 10.30 a.m. and Saturday 10 – 11 a.m. are becoming very popular with the ladies and gentlemen are welcomed as well. Please txt Grainne O’ Kane on 086 8290835 to book these classes which are “Gentle Flow Hatha Yoga”
TOGHER CHAEROBICS
Sit and Get Fit with Togher Chaerobics classes by Carmel, as heard on LM FM, in Tullydonnell School Hall, every Tuesday at 7.30 pm. Fee per night is €8 or €40 for six classes. For further information contact Carmel ph: 0863282748.
ALL WEATHER
The latest craze at the All Weather Pitch in Clogherhead is to hire it out by the hour for your child and their friends .Contact 086 8242024 / 086 8568283 for further details.
ICA GROUP.
The Clogherhead & Walshestown ICA group meet in the Community Hall Clogherhead on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 8.00 p.m. We would love to meet new members so come along this Tuesday and meet us all.
DREADNOTS NEWS.
Bingo continues every Monday night in the Community Hall, Clogherhead starting at 8.30.p.m.
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.
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS.
Happy 1st birthday to Anna Browne, Harbour Road, Ross Delaney and Ronan Faulkner. Love and best wishes from all your family and friends.xxx
GET WELL GREETINGS.
A speedy recovery is sent to all Parishioners who are ill.