Craanford/ Monaseed
GAA NEWS
Intermediates and junior B hurlers deliver double whammies to Askamore. – The Junior B’s got the ball rolling on Friday evening when they hurled brilliantly to cause Askamore many problems on the field. They ran out easy winners C/F 7-14 A/M 1-12.
Goals win matches and three goals saw the Intermediate hurlers apply sustained pressure to conquer their rivals Askamore in the centenary cup curtain raiser held in Camolin last weekend C/F 3-09 A/M – 15. Well done everyone.
The intermediate hurlers resume their championship campaign when they face Oylegate-Glenbrien on Saturday at 2 p.m. in Patrick’s Park and will play Kilanerin in football on Sunday week August 7 in Monamolin at 12.30 p.m.
Well done to the under-14 camogie girls on levelling the match in the dying seconds against Buffers Alley during the week, this was a play off and both sides now have to meet again Sunday at 11 a.m. in Riverchapel to determine who progresses to semi-final placing. Well done girls.
Bann Gaels played football against Shamrocks at home and won out on a score line B/G 2-15 Sh’rocks 1-07. Under-14 hurlers and a great win over Liam Mellows C/F 3-13 L/M 1-04. under-14 hurlers played Rapps. The minor hurlers Castle Craan Gaels beat Macamore Gaels 6-15 to 2-09. under-16 camogie girls hosted Rathnure and despite a good game lost out to an impressive Rathnure side.
GAA LOTTO – Numbers drawn were 9, 23, 25 and 29. No winner. Lucky dip winners: Bridie O’Toole, Monaseed and Betty Hogan. Next week’s jackpot is €5,900. Many thanks for your continued support. Lotto tickets available in Donal’s, Main Street, Gorey, Doyle’s Gala, Craanford or from any club member. lotto books can be collected from GALA and must be dropped back to GALA by 9 p.m. on Wed nights for inclusion.
CRAANFORD PATRON
Preparations are continuing for the upcoming Patron on Sunday, August 7. Mass will be celebrated in the church at 3 p.m. and this will be followed by Rosary and blessing of the graves in the Cemetery. The usual collection to support the upkeep of the cemetery will be taken up as you enter. Your support is greatly appreciated.
It has been the practise in this parish to remember loved ones by name in the Patron Mass. Should you wish your loved ones mentioned in this way you may give in their names during the week. Envelopes to facilitate this are available at the back of the church and may be returned at any time during the coming week or via the Envelope Box next Sunday.
FLOWER FESTIVAL
St John’s Church, Hollyfort is this year marking 200 years of worship with a Festival of Flowers from Thursday, August 18, (Opening Ceremony at 7.30 p.m.) to Sunday, August 21, (Closing Songs of Praise 7 p.m.) Open daily Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 12.00 to 6.30 p.m. For more information please call Noeleen Grannell at 086 3230561.
DOG SHOW
Bring your dog to the annual Dog Show at the Hollyfort Parish Fete on Saturday, August 20 in the Old School at 4 p.m. Entry €3 per class.
DATE FOR YOUR DIARY
Threshing in Matt Doyle’s, Carrigbeg on Sunday, August 21, in aid of Friends of Gorey Hospital.
MOUNT ST BENEDICT PATRON
The Mount St Benedict Patron will take place on Wednesday, August 10, at 7.30 p.m. It will be followed by a 1916 Commemoration.
CHURCH NOTES
MINISTERS OF EUCHARIST – 6 p.m. Saturday, August 6: Lena Greene; 10.30 a.m. Sunday, August 7: Colette Doyle
Craanford Church readers for August – Saturday Vigil Mass: James Doyle; Sunday 10.30 a.m.: Eileen Doyle
SPLIT THE POT
On July 22 the prize of €183 was won by Alice Nolan, a regular patron at the Bingo. Congratulations Alice. The co-ordinating team for Friday, August 5, is Team 1: Miriam Doyle, Ann Curran, and Mairead Bass.
INDOOR MARKET/CRAFT FAIR
There will be an Indoor Market and Craft Fair in Craanford Community Hall On Sunday, November 13, at 11 a.m. (after Mass). Start getting your crafts ready, e.g. Knitting, crochet, card making, etc. Anyone wishing to sell home baking or take orders for home made jams, Christmas Cakes, etc, this is the place. If you have books or toys no longer used in your home, get a table and sell them on. The list is endless, the choice is yours. Reduced table rate for T.Y.’s and school children. To book your table phone 087 1330836,087 2317020 or 086 8634520.
CLAY PIGEON SHOOT
Craanford GPA hosted a very successful Charity Clay Pigeon Shoot in aid of Craanford Community Underpass, last weekend on lands kindly given by the Byrne family of Banntown. Over 120 competed on a very interesting course and huge thanks to Brian Dunbar for his organising and to all who helped out and supported in anyway. A total of €3,030 was raised.
DOG MISSING
A King Charles spaniel went missing on Friday evening, July 15, in the Craanford/Askamore area. She is a small/medium size dog white with brown patches. She is a house pet she is a very friendly and gentle dog. If you have seen this dog or have any information about her can you contact Yvonne at 087 9047704.
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