Kilmuckridge
SYMPATHY
Sympathy is extended to Angela Devereaux and family, Ballinlow, Kilmuckridge on the death of her mother, Maura O’Keefe, Newcastle, Co Tipperary.
AFTERNOON TEA
Please support the Kilnamanagh/Kilmuckridge Union Afternoon Tea and cake sale in Kilnamanagh Old school on Saturday, October 20, from 2.30 p.m. to 5 p.m. There will be home baking, tea, cake, raffle and a hand crafted nativity set.
SPLIT-THE-POT
Split-the-pot in aid of St Joseph’s National School is back. Our first week’s winner was Tony Calder €103. Thank you for your continued support. Get your envelope in a number of local businesses.
CHURCH CHOIR
Kilmuckridge Church Choir meets on Wednesdays at 7.30 p.m. in the church. Inviting new members – women and men. Christmas reheaesals about to commence. Why not give it a try? Next meeting on Wednesday, October 10.
ORGAN RECITAL
Kilmuckridge Parish Finance Committee is pleased to extend an open invitation to the inaugural recital on the church organ on Sunday, October 28, at 7 p.m. The programme will include classical, secular and religious repertoire to highlight the quality and capability of this very fine instrument built by local man Gary Creane of Neiland and Creane Organ builders. The committee is delighted to have engaged internationally renowned organist Dr Richard Dunster-Sigtermans for the occasion. Entrance is free – provision for a voluntary contribution to SVDP upon exiting will be available.
HALLOWEEN CAMPS
Little Acorns are holding Halloween Camps from Tuesday, October 30 – Friday, November 2. Ages four to 10 years. To register phone 05391 30393.
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Kilmuckridge Family Resource Centre – Christmas Concert on Friday, November 30, in the KMH Admission Adults €10. Children €5. For bookings phone 053 9130393.
BRIDGE LESSONS
Beginners Bridge Lessons with Seán Óg’s Bridge Club take place at Upton Court Hotel on Saturdays from 10.30 a.m. Course duration is 10 weeks. All beginners welcome. Further information please phone Podge Ussher at 053 9482740 or mobile 087 2487540.
LINE DANCING
Line Dancing continues on Mondays in Upton Court, Kilmuckridge from eight – 9 p.m. Beginners welcome from 7.30 p.m. Cost is €7 per person. Great exercise and great fun.
BINGO
Charity Bingo night in the Crosses Kilmuckridge every Thursday at 8.30 p.m. Next Bingo is on Thursday, October 11 – jackpot €750. Free raffle.
AFTERSCHOOL
Little Acorns is now taking bookings for the afterschool club which will operate till 5.30 p.m. Pick up from St Joseph’s Primary school at 1.40 p.m. and 2.40 p.m. by our childcare team. Subvention schemes available. Contact 053 9130393.
BUFFERS ALLEY GAA
CLUB MONTHLY DRAW – Congratulations to the following September winners, €400: Peg Dempsey, Cosher (RIP); €100: Deirdre Laffan, Ballinahown. €50 to the following: Martin Rath, Monagrena; Seán Stafford, Snr. Gorey and Pat Lacey, Garrydaniel. Reminder as we approach the last few months of 2018 to bring all subscriptions up to date.
SCRATCH CARD LUCKY FIRST Goal – Your opportunity to claim the cash prize is fast approaching with a deadline of Friday, October 19. Check your tickets and if you have the following times, you are in to win a cash prize. Appreciation to everyone who bought and sold cards. If you are a winner, contact Gavin O’Donovan (Runaí) or Áine O’Meara (treasurer).20.49 for the first goal in the all-Ireland Football Final – €500 for the scratchcard with 20.49 on it, €100 each for the scratchcards with 20.48 and 20.50.
CLUB MEETING – A general club meeting for all members will take place in the clubhouse on Friday, October 19, and 8 p.m. and everyone is asked to make a special effort to attend.