Kilmuckridge
VARIETY NIGHT
Kilmuckridge Drama Group are hosting their Variety Night in the Upton Court Hotel on Saturday, February 9, show starts at 8 p.m. and will feature a variety of songs and sketches.
Tickets are €10 (concessions available) from KDG members or on the door.
BRIDGE
Come play bridge in Seán Óg’s Kilmuckridge Bridge Club, Upton Court Hotel, Kilmuckridge, Thursday mornings at 10 a.m. No partner needed as we operate a joker system. Also play on Monday nights at 7 p.m.. Partner required.
Results for Monday, January 21: First: Maria Sheridan and Kathleen McDonnell. Results for Thursday, January 23: first: Mary Mulrennan and Cathy Quirke. Second: John and Nora Clarkin.
TRACTOR RUN
Monageer-Boolavogue GAA Club are holding their annual Tractor and Vintage Run on Sunday, February 3, departing the GAA complex at midday noon. Entry fee is €20 and includes ticket for drivers only draw. Refreshments will be provided. There will also be a raffle on the day. For any queries please contact Colin Hawkins at 086 1587139.
WALKING/RUNNING GROUP
An open social walking/running group has commenced in Kilmuckridge. Meets will take place at new time of 8 p.m. each Monday to Friday evening starting at St Joseph’s NS for anyone who wishes to take part.
Anyone interested can join the informational WhatsApp Group by contacting Yvonne O’Sullivan at 087 9555282 or otherwise simply turn up any evening that suits and join in. At least two members of the group will definitely be out each of the nights except for nights where a Red Warning has been issued for the area.
This is a casual group set up to encourage people to get out and about with others in the community for some gentle exercise at a pace that suits each individual. Looking forward to meeting any new joiners.
BUFFERS ALLEY GAA
Tickets are currently on sale for the annual Sunday lunch that will take place on February 3.
Club monthy draw tickets are now available from the usual promoters. €10 per month or €120 annually. Information from club chairperson, Cate Donohoe at 086 8382566.
Membership night and sale with the club going online at O’Neills Sportsware. Remaining stock will be on sale at the membership night, Friday till 9 p.m. Lorraine Murphy will continue to stock shorts, socks and jerseys. Membership may be paid on the night as well as completion of registration forms.
Well done to everyone who took part, donated prizes or helped in anyway to ensure that the GAA quiz was a great success. Winners: one, Michael Verny, Colm Breen, Darragh Butler and Brian Coughlan; two, Fr Jim Butler, Bob Butler, Theo Butler and Michael Lally; three, Pat Doran, Kelly Doran and Gavin O’Donovan.
CAMOGIE AWARDS NIGHT – Buffers Alley camogie club are hosting a camogie awards night on Saturday, February 23, in Buffers Alley Clubhouse to celebrate our clubs great achievements in 2018. There will be a food and drinks reception at 8 p.m. followed by the medal presentation at 9 p.m. and music by Off the Record. Tickets are €10 and can be purchased from adult members of the camogie club, Noelle Doran or Emer O’Leary.
SQUASH CLUB – The squash court is currently getting a facelift and it is hoped to have it up and running in the coming weeks. Check out Buffers Alley FB for further details.
SENIOR ALERT SCHEME
Funding of personal alarm and pendant available for one year by registering for the scheme with Kilmuckridge Community and Family Resource Centre. Contact 053 9130393.
AFTERSCHOOL
Little Acorns are 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.
MEN’S SHED
The Kilmuckridge Men’s Shed is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10.30 till 16.00. Call in any time during these hours have a coffee meet everyone and see some of the projects the group have made. For more information phone 053 9130393. Everyone welcome all age groups.
MEALS ON WHEELS
If you can spare an hour or two of your time to deliver meals once a month, please contact us at 053 9130393. The areas we deliver to Ballygarrett, Monamolin, Kilmuckridge, Blackwater and the Ballagh.