Clonegal-Kildavin
BACK TO SCHOOL
The primary schools of Clonegal and Kildavin opened their doors for the autumn term on Wednesday and Thursday, August 30 and 31, and once again brought the cheery chatter of children’s voices to the villages. Both schools had a number of newcomers taking their first steps. Although an odd tear fell the first day was not as sad a day for parents or children as it had been in days gone by.
Clonegal NS has a total of 19 new pupils; Grace Armitage Ennis, Alexandra Balfe, Evan Brennan, Noah Coleman, Isabella Corrigan, Darcy Gray, Conor Kavanagh, Emily Kavanagh, Paige Kenny, Conor Murphy, Saoirse Murphy, Toby Murphy, Ella Sheridan-O’Connor, Joseph O’Reilly, Ewan Porter, Kieran Reagan, Keira Sipaviciute-Gahan, Aoife Slye and Hannah Sweeney.
Kildavin has a total of 15 newcomers: Harry Byrne, Jeremiah Connors, Lee Cummins, Ava Deacon, Oraith Doyle, Eoin Finn, James Kirwan, Harper Mernagh, Sorcha Walker, Beth-Anne Nolan, Ella Nolan, Sarah Ryan, Emily Stephens, Erwin Tokarczyk and Darragh Treacy. We also like to welcome a new Senior Infant, Olivia Porter. We wish all the new pupils and their teachers all the best.
GAA LOTTO
The Kildavin-Clonegal GAA lotto was held in Ryan’s ‘The Moss House’, Bunclody, on Sunday, September 3. Numbers drawn were, 04, 18, 24 and 27. There was no winner of the jackpot of €8,400. Winners that matches three were, C O’Neill, Violet Lynch, Kildavin, Joan Gibdson, Kildavin and Joe Mernagh, Kildavin. Seller’s prize goes to Brud Murphy, receiving €50. The next draw will take place in Conways Lounge, Kildavin, on Sunday, September 17, at 10.30 p.m., with a jackpot worth €8,600. Tickets €2 each.
ZUMBA CLASSES
Zumba is back in Spellman Hall Kildavin this Wednesday, September 13, at 7 p.m. with Annette Roberts. This is a fun exercise class suitable for all levels. Come along and join us this Wednesday suitable for all levels. Four-week block €25. To book your space contact Annette at 087 6793611.
DEFIBRILLATOR
Kildavin-Clonegal GAA Club premises has been the location for a defibrillator, purchased by the community of Kildavin some time ago. The club is privileged for the opportunity to support the community by housing the defibrillator and funding its maintenance.
Unfortunately it has been called into use a few times and as a consequence of this a number of people have asked that consideration be given to providing an outdoor location for it, eliminating the need to get access to the building at a time when it is not in use.
As the club is merely a facilitator in the provision of a community defibrillator, it feels it can only make a decision on this proposal after consulting with the community who purchased the defibrillator. If any one wishes to contact the club with a proposal, suggestion or comment in relation to this situation, please emailsecretary.kildavinclonegal.carlowgaa.ie or phone or text Mgt at 087 8380018.
GAA CLUB GYM
Summer is coming to an end, kids are back to school and the evenings are drawing in. Christmas is not far away now. Keep in shape by joining Kildavin-Clonegal GAA Gym.
Membership only €20 per month for an individual or €30 per month for a household. Minimum period of membership only one month. Cash payments are accepted. There are discounts for longer periods of membership or for groups. Facilities are open 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Seven days per week. The indoor sports hall is available for rent for €30 per hour.
Demand during the winter months is high and advanced booking is necessary. Please contact the club if you or your group feel any of our facilities may be of value to you. For more information, please contact Luke at 087 6430352.
IRISH DANCING
The Kirwan Academy of Irish Dancing has re-open their classes for September at 3.15 p.m. in St Brigid’s Hall, Clonegal. New beginners are welcome to join our classes.
For more information, please contact Emily 087 2140324’
SONG AND STORY
The house of song and Story will take place on Monday, September 18, in St Brigid’s Hall, Clonegal at 8 p.m. All are most welcome.