AROUND THE DISTRICTS
Askamore BALLYELLIS NS SPLIT-THE-POT
winner of split-the-pot on Friday, October 18, is Stephen and Aobha Lancaster, The Burrow, Ballyellis – winning €194. We thank everyone for supporting split-the-pot. Envelopes can be obtained from the School or any parent and from Ashling Walsh after Sunday Mass in Askamore Church.
Draws will take place every Friday morning in Ballyellis School. Many thanks for your continued support.
ART EXHIBITION
This year’s exhibition will once again be in November. The preview evening will be on Thursday, November 14, and from 15th to the 18th the exhibition is open to the public. The prime aim remains the encouragement of the artists of Askamore and this year we are opening the exhibition up to include artists from the wider community. If you are interested in exhibiting or simply want to find out more about this event please contact Alison Bayne 053 9414543 or 089 4450490.
HOLLYWOOD IS HERE.
Get your tickets for the biggest night of the year. October 26, the Amber Springs is the place to be, to check out all our local movie stars. Brilliant talent, great fun and fantastic spirit – don’t miss it. Parental discretion is advised as some movies have adult content. Tickets at €20 each are available from any cast member.
BIODIVERSITY TALK
On Monday evening, November 11, Ms B Lacey will give a talk in Askamore Activity Centre on biodiversity etc. And also on her plans to develop ‘The Soul Sanctuary’ in our area. This is a talk not to be missed as we all must educate ourselves and be proactive in matters relating to climate change, recycling and protecting our environment for future generations.
FIRST AID COURSE
A first aid course will be held on Mondays November 25, December 2 and nine. This excellent certified course run by AMPM Safety and has proved very popular and worthwhile. Places are limited so get your name in and book your place. Phone 085 1817962.
COFFEE DOCK
The coffee dock is now open Monday to Friday mornings from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy a coffee/ tea/hot chocolate and biscuits for €2. Our new ‘state-of-the-art’ coffee machine (which takes €1 or €2 coins, self service) will guarantee the best cuppa coffee in the area. We have been asked to organise talks of interest to all ages, so if you have any topic you would like covered please let us know.
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS
Muintir na Tire have now reopened this scheme. To avail of an alarm you can download an application form their website muintir.ie. Forms are also available in Askamore CC Ph. 087 7795922
Monday to Thursday mornings for more information.
RURAL TRANSPORT
Local Link accepts Free Travel Pass or €3 each way/Gorey. Arrangements can be made to collect people from their own door along the route. Local Link will change from Thursday to Friday from July 19 next. Bus leaves Askamore Church car park Mondays at 9.30 a.m. approximately arriving in Gorey 10 a.m. Bus departs Gorey at 12.30 p.m., departs Fridays at 9.45 a.m. Plenty of time to shop, meet friends and have a coffee. Contact Stacy at 087 9922481 or Willie 087 2449167 for details.
FINCHES FITNESS
The fit for anything group is very popular with people who may have health issues or want to take gentle exercise at their own pace. If you would like to take part, come along on Wednesday mornings from 11.15 a.m. to 12.15 p.m. and stay for a cup of tea or coffee and chat.
Boolavogue FORÓIGE HALLOWE’EN PARTY
Boolavogue’s Foróige club will be hosting a Hallowe’en Party for primary school and preschool children in Boolavogue Hall on Sunday next, October 27, from 3 p.m. till 5 p.m. Entry only costs €3 per child or a maximum of €5 per family and as usual there will be prizes for the best costumes at the party.
COLÁISTE AN ÁTHA OPEN NIGHT
Coláiste an Átha in Kilmuckridge will be hosting their annual open night this Thursday, October 24. All pupils in fifth. And sixth. class in Boolavogue and the surrounding areas are invited to attend along with their parents or guardians. The college will be open from 5.30 p.m. till 7.30 p.m. with current pupils showing off the school’s subject rooms and giving practical demonstrations of the work they undertake. The principal, Ms Martin will speak to the parents and guardians in her Principal’s address at 6.45 p.m.
GAA NEWS
On Wednesday last, October 16, at 7.45 p.m., the under-15 hurlers took on St James’ in the Roinn one, shield hurling quarter final in Sat. Patrick’s park. Played under lights, the team put in a great effort and in the end triumphed by four points, scoring 2-10 to 1-9 from the opposition. This well deserved win sees them go on to meet Duffry Rovers in the semifinal.
MINISTERS OF THE WORD/EUCHARIST.
On Saturday, October 26, at the 8 p.m. Vigil Mass, Aodhagán Swords is due to read with Georgina Gahan helping distribute Communion. Rika O’Neill is the reader at the 11 a.m. Mass on Sunday morning, October 27, and Dorothy Hall is on duty as Minister for the Eucharist.
There is a special meeting for the Ministers of the Word tonight, Tuesday, October 22, at 8.15 p.m., after the 7.30 p.m.
Mass. All readers are asked to attend if at all possible.
Camolin A CAMOLIN VERSION OF FAWLTY TOWERS
A rather hilarious version of Fawlty Towers has been created by Camolin Community Development Association and Camolin Celtic Soccer Club as a fundraiser for both groups, and will take to the stage on Friday, October 25, doors 8.30 p.m. for performance at 9 p.m. in the Ashdown Park Hotel, Gorey.
The performance will be followed by a 70’s disco with DJ Mouse till late.
Tickets are on sale now at €10 and are available from the Ashdown Park Hotel, Jack’s Tavern, Carton’s Pit Stop Service Station, Somers Commercials Ltd and cast members.
POKER DRIVE
All are invited to a Poker drive on Friday November 1, in Jack’s Tavern, Camolin at 8.30 p.m., a fundraiser for Clonee Strictly Dancing. Entry costs €20.
GAA LOTTO
There was no winner of last week’s jackpot; winning numbers were 12, 17, 18 and 21. Two matched three numbers to each receive €75: Olive and Evelyn, Bridie Earle.
Carnew RINGS TOURNAMENT
There will be a rings tournament on November 2 at 9.30 p.m. in McCrea’s Lounge Carnew, admission only €5 with a door prize and raffle on the night, all proceeds towards Carnew Christmas lights appeal, all welcome or if you would like to purchase a ticket contact Anto in the vegetable shop.
BIRTHDAY
Congratulations to Mick Kelly,
Monasootha, who is celebrating his 40th birthday.
TRACTOR RUN
Crablane Vintage Club tractor run on Sunday, October 27, starting from the Crablane at 12.30. Proceeds to Ardeen Cheshire Home, Shillelagh.
All support would be greatly appreciated. Music on the night by Stacey Breen at 10 p.m.
TINAHELY WALKING CLUB
The following are the walks for the next two weeks for Tinahely Walking club. October 27: Askinagap. Level B, 10km, three hours. Meet Tinahely 10 a.m. or Askinagap 10.30 a.m. November 3: Ballinderry – Kirakee. Level B, 16km, four hours. Meet Tinahely 10 a.m. or Ballinclash 10.30 a.m.
As usual, please remember to wear proper walking boots, pack full rain gear and bring adequate food and drink. Please check Tinahely Walking Club Facebook page for any changes to the scheduled walks.
ROAD RUN
Coolgreany Vintage Club and the Gap Vintage Club have organised a Road Run all vehicles welcome on Sunday, October 27, all vehicles welcome – registration starts 11 a.m. run starts midday, Coolgreany Village. €20 Entry refreshments provided after event in the Coolgreany Inn.
Proceeds will be supporting Coolgreany Support Fund and Jimmy Kinsella Ballythomas Fund. Follow up to date information on Facebook | Coolgreany Vintage Club
BAZAAR
The Tinahely and Carnew Union of parishes annual Bazaar will be held on Friday, October 25, at 7 p.m. in Coláiste Bhríde, Carnew, with the usual stalls cakes, lucky dips, Brice a brac, raffles, tea and more. All proceeds towards the parish funds, all welcome.
COMMUNITY GAMES
Shillelagh Community Games events: Cross Country (Mondays 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sign-in at the Shillelagh Courthouse at 7 p.m. Contact 087 6207193)
And Draughts (Mondays 6: 15 p.m. to 7 p.m. Venue: Shillelagh Courthouse. Contact 087 6785233)
COFFEE DOCK
The coffee dock in Askamore is now open on Monday to Fridaymorningfrom 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., coffee/tea/hot chocolate and a biscuit €2, the state-of-the-art coffee machine takes €1 or €2 coins, self service. We have been asked to organise talks of interest for all ages, so if you have a topic you would like discussed please let us know. Why not meet your friends or family and have a cuppa and a chat.
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
A Christmas concert will take place in Kilrush Church on Friday, December 6, with music by Des Willoughby and the Celtic Brothers, admission €20, special offer for families.
FINCHES FITNESS
The fit for anything group is very popular with people who may have health issues or want to take gentle exercise at their own pace. If you would like to take part come along on Wednesday mornings from 11.15 a.m. to 12.15 p.m. and stay for a cup of tea or coffee and a chat afterwards.
Pilates classes take place at 8.45 a.m. every Wednesday morning followed by fitness class at 10 a.m., if you are interested please come along or contact Finches Fitness at 086 8468165.
The pilates classes also takes place on Friday evenings at 6.45 p.m. in Coláiste Bhríde, Carnew, followed by the fitness class at 8 p.m.
HOLLYWOOD COMES TO ASKAMORE
The Hollywood comes to Askamore night takes place in the Amber Springs Hotel Gorey on Saturday, October 26, tickets now on sale from committee members at €20.
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS APPEAL
Reminder to please return your Christmas Lights Donation Envelope to Carnew Training and Development Centre as soon as you can. We will appreciate any donation, however big or small. The main thing is that everyone knows that we have to raise money to light up the street for Christmas, unfortunately we are only starting out again and we need a lot of money to replace the old stock of lights – bit by bit we can get there but it is going to take time and money. Thank you for your support.
BINGO
The next bingo in St Bridget’s Hall, Carnew is on Sunday, November 3, and 17 all money raised will go towards the hall renovation fund, thanks to everyone for their support to date it is greatly appreciated.
Ferns GAA LOTTO DRAW
On Tuesday, October 15, numbers drawn were 11, 16, 29 and 32. No jackpot winner. Lucky dips: Philip Ennis, David and Angelia Sullivan, Mick Haritigon, Karl Swaine. Next drawn in Peter Doyl’es Ferns on Tuesday, October 29, for a jackpot of €4,200. Tickets can be bought from sellers or local retailers. To play online use the link fernsgaa.com/ lotto.html Thank you to everyone for their continued support.
FERNS DRAMATIC SOCIETY
We have almost fully cast this year’s Panto ‘Robin Hood’. However, we still have a few MALE parts to fill. If you are aged 20+ and interested in getting involved please text 087 1339237.
BOWLING CLUB
Ferns Bowling Club have bought 16 new jerseys at €15 each costing €240 in total. They are in red and white, the Ferns colours.
The club is also purchasing a new mat, bowls and a jack costing €1,400.
Ferns Bowling Club would like to thank Pat Nolan (chairman), John Francis (treasurer) and Ray Fick (secretary) for all their work in all the above ventures.
All sponsors or sponsorship are welcome to support our club for the old people in our club.
CLONEE LADIES’ FOOTBALL
Mark the Date: Clonee Ladies’ Football Strictly Club Dancing takes place on November 15 in the Amber Springs.
Upcoming fundraisers; table quiz in Parkside on November 18 at 8.30. Tractor Run on Sunday the 20th, leaving Clonee GAA grounds at 11. The Crab Lane Pub Poker night on November 25.
PARISH VARIETY CONCERT
The Ferns Parish Variety Concert 2019 will be held on November 6 next in St Aidan’s Church, Ferns. Featuring Olivia Douglas, Dave Lawlor and Theresa and the Stars. Admission €10 with door prize on the night. Tickets now available from the parish office and door to door in the coming weeks. All proceeds in aid of Ferns Parochial Funds.