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LOTTO
This week’s lotto jackpot stands at €20,000, and the reserve jackpot at €19,200. The numbers drawn were 8, 23, 26, and, and 32, and there was no winner. Consolation winners of €30 each were Triona O’Brien, Carmel Coone, Ann Hayden, Pauline Quinn and Stacy O;Brien. Tickets are on sale in local businesses and committee members. LIBRARY NEWS
Kilkenny Library Service is introducing a new computer system that will link all Irish Public Libraries. This will have many benefits for Library Members. You will have access to a much wider range of books and other items such as music, film and audio. All members can borrow a maximum of 12 items for three weeks; You can return your items and use your library card in any participating library service in Ireland. We can send you a reminder by email or text to let you know that your items are due back, that items you requested are ready for collection, and to let you know about library events. You can reserve and renew books and other items 24/7 using our online service.
Creative Writing - As part of the One Book One Community project we are holding a Creative Writing Workshop with Lissa Oliver in the library from 11.30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, February 8. Please contact the library at 056 7794178 to book your place. FESTIVAL GRANTS
Cllr Peter ‘ Chap’ Cleere has confirmed that application forms are currently available for the festival and Events Grant Scheme 2017 which is operated by Kilkenny County Council. The grant scheme aims to promote and support local festivals and events that have a tourism, cultural/artistic or community perspective. If you require further information please check out the Kilkenny County Council website or you can contact Chap directly at 086 – 4666409. Please note that the closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, February 10. SAINT FIACRE
The annual pilgrim in honor of St Fiacre takes place at his holy well and church ruins at Ullard during Wednesday, February 8. SPLIT THE POT
This week’s winners were first prize – Lil Broaders, €445; second prize – The Sat Night ‘Girls’, €75; third prize Arran and Wayne Walsh, €50.