AROUND THE DISTRICTS
Ballygarrett 14 CLUB
The Ballygarrett 14 Club for senior citizens will reopen on September 21, at 7.30 p.m. in Ballygarrett Hall. All new members are welcome.
YOUTH CLUB
Youth Club will re-open on Friday, September 22, from 7 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. in Killenagh Soccer club. The club is open to young people form sixth class upwards. It is a great way to catch up with friends and chill out or get involved with our sports programme, cinema trips, days out and lots more, For further info contact 087 8123979.
BLOTTO DRAW
There was no jackpot winner in last week’s Ballygarrett Réalt na Mara GAA Club blotto draw. The numbers picked were 12, 17, 19 and 26. The €20 luckydip winners were Brigid Roche; Josephine Fleming; Mairead, Newtown; John Ward and Éilís T Kinsella. The five free tickets winner was Mark Doyle. This week’s jackpot rose to €12,500.
BRIDGE CLUB
Come play bridge every Thursday morning from 10 a.m. at Seán Óg’s Bridge Club, Upton Court Hotel, Kilmuckridge. No partner needed – we have a joker system in operation – all are welcome. Results from Thursday, September 7 – first: June Coogan and Sadie Owens; second: Gwen and Joe Gilmore.
LOCAL TRANSPORT
Gorey Bus Links Timetable is as follows. Outbound – All year Mon to Fri; Gorey 9.08 a.m. Ballycanew 9.16 a.m. Killenagh 9.26 a.m. Ballygarrett 9.32 a.m. Riverchapel 9.44 a.m.
Return – Mon to Fri (SeptJune) Gorey 1.20 p.m. Riverchapel 1.43 p.m. Ballygarrett 1.55 p.m. Killenagh 2.01 p.m. Ballycanew 2.11 p.m.
Return – Tuesday and Fri (All Year) Gorey 4.45 p.m. Riverchapel 5.08 p.m. Ballygarrett 5.20 p.m. Killenagh 5.26 p.m. Ballycanew 5.36 p.m.
KILLENAGH WANDERERS FC
Lotto Tickets on sale each week from club and committee members at €2 each.
SVP HELPLINE
St Vincent de Paul is available to assist families who may be experiencing particular financial distress, especially in terms of basic necessities. Contact us on our confidential Help Line 085 1159495.
Courtown COMMUNITY CCTV
Courtown Community Council are holding a public information meeting regarding Courtown Riverchapel Community CCTV on Tuesday, September 19, at 8.30 p.m. in the Taravie Hotel.
RIVERCHAPEL WHIST
Ladies’ section: First Bernie Kinsella, second – Anne Flemming – Naomi Tomkins and Peg Kennedy. Half time was won by Betty Sugrue. Gents section: first Mary Graham, second Mike Quinn, third Francis Sinnott and half time by Dave Tomkins. Please note whist drive takes place every Thursday night at 8.30 p.m. All are made most welcome.
LIFEBOAT SHOP
The Courtown RNLI Lifeboat shop on the north pier in Courtown is open Monday to Friday, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. And Saturday and Sunday, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
COMMUNITY CENTRE
Activities in the Riverchapel Community Centre are as follows.
Irish Dance Classes: These classes have been resumed on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Beginners are always welcome. For further information regarding these classes give Deirdre a call at 087 6487684 who will provide you with further information.
Little Rascals are open from Monday to Friday each week from 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Should you wish your child to join, please contact Brigid at 087 9048644 who will be happy to give you further information.
Ladies’ Club: This club is open on Monday evenings from 7.30 to 9.30 p.m. Should you wish to join this club who do different activities, please contact Monica at 086 3580122 who will provide you with further information. New members are most welcome.
Line Dancing: These classes take place every Tuesday evenings from 8.30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Should you wish to learn Line dancing, please contact Geraldine at 086 3958667.
Tae Kwon Do: Every Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. also in the evening from 7 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. Fridays 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. also in the evenings from 7 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. For Further information, please contact Tom at 086 3862020.
Self Defence Classes: An extra defence class will be held on Tuesdays from 6 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. also on Wednesdays from 8.30 p.m. Why not come to these classes and learn how to defend yourself in time of need. Give Dave a call at 087 6344710 who will provide you with further information.
Response Unit: These courses take place at the end of each month from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for all age groups. Why not give Niamh a call at 087 6025147 who will provide you with further information.
RÉALT NA MARA GAA
Blotto Draw – There was no jackpot winner in last week’s Ballygarrett Réalt na Mara GAA Club blotto draw. The numbers picked were 12, 17, 19 and 26. The €20 lucky-dip winners were Brigid Roche; Josephine Fleming; Mairead, Newtown; John Ward and Éilís T Kinsella. The five free tickets winner was Mark Doyle. This week’s jackpot rose to €12,500.
The club is looking for enthusiastic members of our club to step up and become club officers. Contact Shane at 087 6725777 if interested in becoming a club officer or visit our website ballygarrettrealtnamara.com.
MASS TIMES
Mass times in Our Lady Star of the Sea are: Saturday Vigil Mass at 6 p.m. Sunday – 9 a.m. And 11 a.m.
COI SERVICES
Ardamine Group services times for September and October are as follows.
Sunday, September 24-Trinity XV: Monamolin 9 a.m. (Morning Prayer), Kilmuckridge 10.15 a.m. (Holy Communion), Clonevan 11.30 a.m. (Holy Communion).
Sunday, October 1-Trinity XVI: Monamolin 9 a.m. (Holy Communion), Ardamine 10.15 a.m. (Morning Prayer), Kilnamanagh 7.30 p.m. (Harvest Thanksgiving).
Sunday, October 8-Trinity XVII: Kiltennel 10.15 a.m. (Holy Communion), Kilnamanagh 11.45 a.m. (Morning Prayer), Monamolin 7.30 p.m. (Harvest Thanksgiving).
Sunday, October 15-Trinity XVIII: mine 10.15 a.m. (Holy Communion), Kilnamanagh 11.45 a.m. (Holy Communion).
Sunday, October 22-Trinity XIX: Monamolin 9 a.m. (Holy Communion), Kilnamanagh 11.45 a.m. (Morning Prayer), Ardamine 7.30 p.m. (Harvest Thanksgiving).
Sunday, October 29-The Last Sunday after Trinity: Monamolin 9 a.m. (Morning Prayer), Clonevan 11.30 a.m. (Holy Communion), Kilmuckridge 7.30 p.m. (Harvest Thanksgiving).
COMMUNITY COMPLEX
Boot camp at Riverchapel Community Complex every Monday and Wednesday evening 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. price €6 per session Circuit training every Friday morning 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m.; Ballygarrett Réalt na Mara training Monday to Friday; juniors BMX Tuesday to Sunday, check Courtownbmx FB pages for times.
MASTERS SWIMMING
Courtown Swimclub will hold early morning swim training for adults from September. To register interest or for further information, please contact Ros at info@ courtownswimclub.com.
Kilmuckridge MUSIC CLASSES
Kilmuckridge Monamolin Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Branch has resume classes in Monamolin Community Centre on Mondays from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuition will be given on a variety of instruments: tin whistle, flute, piano accordion, button accordion, key board and fiddle. Group and individual lessons available. For further information ring Nuala at 087 9886304 or Joan at 087 2275303. New pupils very welcome.
COTS TRAINING
Kilmuckridge COTS (Career Opportunities Training Scheme) is a WWETB (formerly Fás) training centre located in Kilmuckridge and is aimed at people in receipt of a social welfare payment between the ages of 18 and 35. We are offering the opportunity to complete a Level five in Retail Practice with additional subjects: payroll, and book keeping. This is a fulltime course scheduled to commence in September 2017. To register your interest, please contact us at 053 9130393 email cotscheme@hotmail.com. Application forms available online at cotstraining.ie or call in for a chat the Resource Centre, Kilmuckridge.
400 Club August winners: 1. Joan Doyle. 2. Kathleen Murphy, Court. 3. Christina Dempsey, Oulart. 4. Noel & Mary Murphy Clone. 5. Carol McEvoy, Ballinastraw.
COFFEE EVENING
Monamolin Parish Committe/ Council are holding a coffee and cake sale in the community centre on Friday, October 6 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m..Monies raised will go to parish funds and will be used for the maintenance of Church, Community Centre and graveyard. Tickets will be on sale from committee members and local shop. All support will be appreciated as well as donation of cakes, scones, buns, tarts, etc.
FORÓIGE YOUTH CLUB
Young people and parents interested in getting involved in Kilmuckridge Foróige Youth Club are invited to an information evening on Wednesday, September 20, at 8 p.m. in the KMH. For further information contact Rosie O’Brien Foróige Regional Youth Officer at 086 2997677 or rosie. obrien@foroige.ie.
PARENT/BABY/TODDLER
Kilmuckridge Parent, baby and toddler group have returned on Tuesdays at St Joseph’s National School in the first pre-fab beside the black gate, at a new time of 10 a.m. till midday. Hope to see you all for coffee and chats, it’s €3 per family.
PILATES
Pilates improves physical strength, flexibility, posture and enhance mental awareness. Stabilize and strengthen your core. Class started on Tuesday, September 12, 9.30 a.m. at the KMH, seven weeks costs €70. For booking and information contact Reiltin at 087 2399423. Suitable for beginners.
BOXFIT AND TONE
Boxfit and Tone Fitness training combines boxing and exercise with great fun. Class started on Wednesday, September 13, 7.15 p.m. KMH Kilmuckridge seven weeks €56. For bookings and information contact Reiltin at 087 2399423 Suitable for everyone who want to enjoy boxing without getting hit.
BRIDGE CLUB
Come play bridge every Thursday morning from 10 a.m. at Seán Óg’s Bridge Club, Upton Court Hotel, Kilmuckridge. No partner needed – we have a joker system in operation – all are welcome. Results from Thursday, September 7 – first: June Coogan and Sadie Owens; second: Gwen and Joe Gilmore.
LOTTO
Winning numbers in the St Mary’s Church lotto in association with St Joseph’s Soccer Club for Monday, September 11: 8, 9, 11 and 13. There was no jackpot winner, congratulations to match three winners John O’Connor, Ballinamona. Tosh McCreary c/o Crosses. Margaret Mangan, Valleylands. Anto Donohoe, 35 Chapelwood. Betty Kirwan c/o Boggan’s. Emmie and Elsie Hammel, Kilmuckridge. Next jackpot €13,200, tickets €2 sold locally. Next draw on September 18 in Boggans at 10 p.m.
CLOTHES COLLECTION
Kilmuckridge Family Resource Centre are having a clothes collection soon, if you have adult or children’s clothing, paired shoes, you can drop them to the centre during opening hours: Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone 053 9130393.
LITTLE ACORNS
Little Acorns Afterschool Club are enrolling for September. Pick up from St Joseph’s National School at 1.40 p.m. And 2.40 p.m. Monday to Friday. We have extended our opening time till 5.30 p.m. To book a place phone 053 9130393 or call into the office at the Kilmuckridge Family Resource Centre.
FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE
We provide services to the community e.g. Office Services: Photocopying, Scanning, emailing, laminating, ring binding, typing (cv’s, etc), internet access, printing (colour and B & W). Application Forms: driving licence, medical card etc. We can also provide a room with use of a projector.
For further information please contact 053 9130393 or email kilmuckridgecentre@eircom.net. We are located beside St Joseph’s Primary School.
MEALS ON WHEELS
Meals on Wheels delivers twice every week on Tuesday and Thursday. Spaces are available for new clients in each of the following areas: Kilmuckridge, Ballygarrett, Oulart, Monamolin, Blackwater. For more information phone Kilmuckridge Family Resource Centre at 053 9130393.