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Finch’s fitness class runs in Ballyroebuck on Monday evenings at 7 p.m. and in Askamore on Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m. – €7 per class. Also Pilates class in Askamore 8.45 a.m. on Wednesdays.
SOCIAL DANCING
classes continue every Tuesday at 8.30 in Askamore activity centre with Eddie O’Hanlon. Cost €5 nightly.
CARNEW MUSICAL SOCIETY
Carnew Musical Society will celebrate their 50th anniversary with an Anniversary Concert on Easter Sunday night, April 16, in St Brigid’s Hall commencing at 8 p.m.
Rehearsals are well under way for this once in a lifetime concert, which has brought over 50 past and present members together under the musical direction of Lar Duffy to perform what will be a wonderful and nostalgic trip down memory lane.
Many of those who have played principal roles with the society will be performing in the concert along with lots of familiar faces from choruses over the years. Choreographer for the past two shows, Graham Finnerty, will be taking on the role of directing the concert.
Tickets at a cost of €15 for Adults and €10 for Students are now available from Mrs Kennedy, Main Street Carnew, from Carnew Training and Development Centre or from any of the Carnew Musical Society Committee.
Congratulations to Keith and Lisa O’Rafferty on the christening of their son Kyle in Johnstown last Saturday. A great day was had by all.
CONFIRMATION/ COMMUNION
The date of Coolgreany Confirmation is Saturday, May 20; the communion is on May 13, great work is being done by the kids, teachers in preparation for both dates.
CHURCH NEWS
LENTEN PENANCE – Monaseed Penance Service: Monday of Holy Week, April 10 at 7.30.
FINANCIAL STATEMENT – The Craanford annual Financial Statement this was presented at Masses last week and copies included with each newsletter. Thanks to the members of the parish council who supervise the Parish Finances with me and to all who generously contribute to parish funds throughout the year. New contributions are always welcome either through the envelope collection or by direct debit
On March 24 the prize of €180 was won by Amy Murphy, Camolin, a regular at the Bingo. Congratulations, Amy. The co-ordinating team for Friday, April 7, is Team 4: Shane Earle, Edel Redmond and Peadar Whitty.
BINGO
Bingo is played in Craanford hall every Friday night at 8.30 p.m. Bring a friend; enjoy a night out with a difference and who knows your luck could just be in. Snowball currently at over €1,000 in 50 balls or less.