CraanfordMonaseed
ST PATRICK’S NS
Congratulations to under-11 quiz team from St Patrick’s NS, Craanford, who came first in the Credit Union Quiz on Friday night in Amber Springs, Gorey. Well done also to the under-13 team who did very well.
We at Craanford NS would like you to help them to collect as many stickers as you can if shopping in Aldi so they can reach their target to be in to win €50,000 It’s easy to take part shoppers simply collect one sticker with every €30 spent in store between January April 31 and 24. Log onto Aldi/PlayRugby for details.
CCE TUAISCEART LOCH GARMAN
We are now taking membership for the year 2021 all members new and old welcome, Membership Fees are: Junior €6, Senior €12, Family €20. County Fleadh will be held on May 10 in Wexford town entries to be with Branch secretary eight weeks beforehand. For more info contact Mai at 086 1601493 or tuaisceartlochgarman@comhaltas.net.
ACTIVE RETIRED GROUP
The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 19, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. The yearly membership fees are due. Afternoon tea will be provided by Iris Hayden. New Members always welcome.
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.
MONASEED ICA.
There was a great surprise in store when the ICA members met on Wednesday, February 5. As it was the 50th Anniversary of the Monaseed Guild which was started by Mrs Olive Doyle.
The hall in Monaseed was beautifully decorated with balloons and bunting. The tables were set with matching blue napkins which had the 50th Anniversary printed on them. There was also a beautiful celebration cake, which was cut by the president of the guild Mrs Olive Doyle and the Federation president Mrs Mary Darcy. who was in attendance for the celebration. The photos were taken of some of the ladies who still attend and have been members since the beginning.
To mark the event. The president then read the minutes of the first meeting 50 years ago. Another surprise was in store, as the members were presented with an Anniversary medal to mark the occasion.
The members enjoyed a wonderful musical night with the Burnell Brothers Paddy, Paul and Greg. The talented trio gave a marvelous performance, which the members enjoyed very much.
SPLIT-THE-POT
On Friday, January 31, the prize of €147 was won by Mary Doyle from Gorey, a regular at bingo. Congratulations Mary Thanks to Claire Hyland, who organised the draw. The co-ordinating team for Friday, February 21, is Team 2: Moira Kavanagh, Sarah McCormack and Sorcha Kenny.
CHURCH NEWS
Mass Intentions: Saturday, February 22: Dan Byrne, Banntown Sunday, February 23: Mogue Doran, Monbay. Saturday, February 29: Tommy Kennedy, Boley. (Months Mind)
Recent dead: Donal Kavanagh, Courtown. (Nephew of Fr Tommy Doyle) RIP.
Congratulations: to the family and friends of Max Theo Tyndall, who was baptised recently in St Patrick’s Church, Craanford.
Craanford Masses this week: Mon to Thursday at 9.15 a.m.
Adoration: will take place in Craanford Church on Monday, February 17, from 9.45 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Lourdes Draw: thanks to all whom, over the last few weeks purchased entries in this draw. The winning entry was drawn at 10.30 a.m. Mass last Sunday and was won by Tommy Devereux. Congratulations, Tommy. Thanks to Jack Doyle, Joe Conroy and John Hyland, who organised the draw.
Visitation of sick and Housebound: Fr Richard will make his monthly visits for January on Tuesday morning, January 7. If you would like to add a name to the list please call 087 6923280.
Supporting Cranford Parish: If you would like to register to support Craanford parish please telephone Fr Richard at 087 6923280 to receive either a box of envelopes or the details you need to set up a Standing Order via your bank. Many thanks.
GAA CLUB NEWS
Congratulations to all our club players involved in the epic battle to claim the Junior Leinster camogie schools cup final last Saturday While Coláiste Bhríde emerged victorious after the second final replay, all club players on both Coláiste Bhríde and Gorey Community School teams are to be congratulated on their performances.
Many thanks to our coaches and underage players who took the time last week to attend a most informative football coaching session given by Colm Nally, who has coached county teams and has extensive coaching experience. The co under-16 footballers had a great session under his direction while the many coaches/players attending learned valuable coaching tips.
2020 Scéim Scoláireachta Gaeilge CLG Loch Garman Wexford GAA is pleased to once more part-fund scholarships for club members of secondary school age to attend a two-week residential course in Coláiste Laighean, which is held in Good Counsel College New Ross. The dates of the courses are as follows: June 23 July 7 (Cúrsa C, for second to fifth year students), July 10 July 24 (Cúrsa D, for sixth class to second year students). Our club is inviting all fully paid up members between sixth class and fifth year to put their names forward to be included in the draw. Please contact Caitriona, Oifigeach Gaeilge and Cultúr at 087 7944580 before February 23 to be included in the club draw.
The adult men had a good practice match against Rathnew on Friday night, due to the inclement weather further practice match against Kilcoole has had to be rescheduled. Co Scór final in Carrig-on-Bannow on February 28 While the Co Scór table quiz final is on March 4 in Piercestown.
Strictly 2020 is up and running, a word of thanks to all our dancers who have being so generous with their commitment towards this project.
We have decided to hold a charity auction on Sunday, February 23, in Craanford Community Centre. We would appreciate any items donated, bringing us one step closer to achieving our goals of jointly supporting Craanford GAA/Camogie club and the Sports Complex. Any donation of scrap metal/cars is also welcome. A sincere thank you in advance or your generosity. We can arrange collection of any items you wish to donate. Please contact any of the following Paddy 087 2574911 – Peadar 087 9422322 – Margaret 087 2334776.
The hugely popular ‘Ireland Lights Up’ walking initiative has returned in partnership with the GAA, Operation Transformation, and Get Ireland Walking. Lights are on at the pitch in the evening, so we invite you to avail of the opportunity and encourage you to get out walking.
Co Scór final in Carrig-on-Bannow on February 28 While the Co Scór table quiz final is on March 4 in Piercestown.
CLUB LOTTO – jackpot 2,400. No winner. Numbers drawn were 5, 6, 20 and 30. Lucky-dip winners: Anne Earle, Vanessa, Edel, Helen, Megan, Sorcha, Linda, Margaret Doyle Ballydarragh, Loz, Malcom Byrne. Seller’s prize: Pat Kavanagh. Next week’s jackpot is €2,500. Lotto tickets available in Cooney Communications, Craanford, Donals Main Street Gorey, Cooney’s in Hollyfort, Doyle’s Londis on Carnew Road and Lamberts in Camolin or any club member. Tickets may now be collected and dropped back to Cooney Communications in Craanford by 6 p.m. on Wednesday evening and afterwards into Cooney’s Pub by 9 p.m. for inclusion in the draw.