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MEMORIAL CLAY SHOOT
On September 23 a memorial clay shoot took place on Byrne’s land in Banntown in aid of St Luke’s and Beaumont Hospital and in memory of our dear friend Brian Dunbar.
Brian had organised a lot of the work prior to his untimely passing. With the support of his family and frineds and the community on Sunday all the hard work paid off as in bright sunshine over 170 participants took part, with plenty of prizes donated for the shoot and the raffle from local businesses, family and friends. It was indeed a joyous occasion tinged with sadness but with immense pride in what had been achieved. Everyone enjoyed the banter and refreshments supplied.
A huge thank you to Brian’s family, relatives, friends, neighbours and the wider community, who supported the wishes of Brian and, who have so far raised over €6,800 for these two deserving causes.
CRAANFORD PLAYSCHOOL
Craanford-Monaseed Playschool invites parents, students, teachers – past and present to celebrate 20 years of providing education and care to the community, on Sunday, October 7, in Craanford-Monaseed Playschool from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. There will be a Magic show, face painting, fun and games.
SKYDIVE POSTPONED AGAIN
The skydive in aid of the sports complex was postponed once again due to the weather we await for it to be re scheduled.
ENGAGEMENT
Congratulations to Peadar Whitty and Lorraine Heery, who recently announced their engagement.
MONASEED PLAYGROUND
Well done to the hardworking committee of Monaseed playground who have secured the leader grant money to progress the new playground in Monaseed.
PARENT/TODDLER GROUP
Craanford parent and toddler group will meet in Craanford Community Hall on Thursday, October 11, at 10.30 a.m., €3 per family. For further info please call 087 610364.
ANNUAL CRAFT FAIR
Our annual craft fair takes place once again this year: Sunday, November 11, starting at 11 a.m. and will run till 3 p.m. approx. This craft fair has been very well supported in recent years with loads of crafts, home baking, home produce etc. being sold. TY students from Coláiste Bhríde, Carnew, and Gorey Community School have availed of our student rates with sales from their Mini Companies going very well on the day. Anyone wishing to book a table please phone 087 1330836 after 3 p.m. Special rates for all students.
YOUNG AT HEART PARTY
Our Young at Heart Christmas party takes place this year on the first Sunday in December. Have your dancing shoes and Christmas Jumpers ready.
SPLIT-THE-POT
On September 21 there was no split-the-pot draw. The co-ordinating team for Friday, October 5, is Team 2: Moira Kavanagh, Sarah McCormack and Sorcha Kenny.
CHURCH NEWS
Mass Intentions: 6 p.m. Saturday, October 6: Mary Weekes, Ballinacoola.
Recently deceased: Kay Greene, Ballydarragh. RIP.
Craanford Masses during the week: Monday to Thursday at 9.15 a.m.
Craanford Readers for October: 6 p.m. Theresa Kenny/10.30 a.m. Jacinta Donoghue.
Craanford Eucharistic Ministers for October: 6 p.m. Lena Greene/10.30 a.m. Colette Doyle.
Baptisms: Congratulations to the families and friends of Maeve Wallace of Knockbrandon and Aronas Michael Pieze of Island Middle, who were baptised recently.
Visits to sick and Housebound: Fr Richard will make his October monthly visits on Tuesday, October 2. If you would like to add anyone to the list please call 087 6923280.
GAA LOTTO
Jackpot €12,000. Numbers Drawn 9-12-16-28. No winner. Lucky-dip winners: Pauline Doyle c/o Jim Doyle, Shat Earle, Catherine Murphy c/o Cooney’s, John Lancaster jnr, Tiernan Ryan. Seller’s prize Theresa Kenny. The lotto jackpot will remain at €12,000 till it is won..