Ballycullane
SENIOR CITIZENS PARTY
The annual senior citizens Christmas party will take place in Tír na nÓg in Wellingtonbridge this year on Sunday, December 17, at 2 p.m. If anyone from the areas are interested in attending please contact the committee members as soon as possible. Anyone in the Ballycullane area is asked to contact Clodagh Barry at 087 9314692, Bernie O’Grady at 086 15226692 or Betty Nolan 087 9505951.
PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION
Ballycullane parents’ association would like to thanks anyone that supported our recent events – the memorial hearts that were placed on our lovely tree for the month of November in Balycullane church; also our clothes collection which was last Monday week, all clothes collected go to the poor in Africa – if anyone needs clothes collected before our next collection, we have a room waiting, so please dont hestitate to ask any committee member. Both events were a great success, thank you for your continued support.
In attendance at the turning on of the Christmas lights in Ballyhack were Bernice Turner from Ballyhack; Rachel Rossiter, Ballycullane and Ethan Murray Ballyhack.
Mince Pies, Christmas Pudding and Christmas Cakes. Last date for orders is today, December 12 Phone 051 389 509 or call to the centre to order.
COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT
South West Wexford FRC are supporting people to re-enter the workforce, gain practical work experience locally and work towards recognized qualifications through the opportunity of free Training at QQI Level 3 up to Level 6 and onwards.
We are presently recruiting for a Community Café Assistant and Childcare Worker under the above programme.
The criteria for participating on the CE Scheme programme is over 21 years old and in receipt of a Social Welfare payment for 12 months or more.
For further information please contact Tilly Carroll, CE Scheme Supervisor at 051 389418 for Application Form. You are also required to be registered with DSP.
HOOK TOURISM CE SCHEME
An exciting opportunity to join Hook Tourism is now yours. Join our team in promoting tourism on the Hook Peninsula. No experience is required as full training will be provided. A part time position is available and includes: marketing, event planning, engaging daily with social media and typical office duties. This is a CE Scheme, with a one-year contract and access to free courses to upskill. Our offices are located in Duncannon and Fethardon-Sea villages. Contact Jane McWilliams 051 389 530.
ROAD RUN
Charity Christmas Lights Road Run in aid of New Ross Hospice Homecare will take place on Sunday, December 17, leaving Campile at 5 p.m. and travelling through Dunmain, Ballycullane, Saltmills, Fethard-on-Sea, Ramsgrange, Duncannon and Arthurstown. Food will be served in the Kings Bay Inn, Arthurstown. Please Support this very worthy cause. Enquiries to 087 2028450.
BINGO
Bingo will be held at the Strand Tavern every Friday at 9 p.m. All proceeds will go to Duncannon National School.
300 CLUB DRAW
As you are no doubt aware, the 300 Club Draw has been a huge success for Duncannon National School, it continues to be one of the main revenue streams with regard to providing much needed funding for services and equipment for the School. The new annual 300 Club Draw tickets for 2018 are for sale now and available from the School and members of the parents’ association.
PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION
We would also welcome as many parents as possible at the parents’ association meetings (3-4 meeting per year) to enable us secure new ideas and fundraising suggestions in the interest of the School and all the children. I’m sure you will agree it requires a communal effort from all.
Finally on behalf of the parents’ association I would like to wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a Peaceful New Year. and Front Desk Receptionist/ Administrator under the above programme.
The criteria for participating on the CE Scheme programme is over 21 years old and in receipt of a Social Welfare payment for 12 months or more.
For further information please contact Tilly Carroll, CE Scheme Supervisor at 051 389418 for Application Form. You are also required to be registered with DSP.
EDUCATION AT SWWFRC
New evening courses starting in January 2018.
Early Childhood Level 5: Early Childhood Education and Practice – Starting January Cost €285
Health Care Support Level 5: Care of the Older Person – Starting January 2018. Cost €285.
Social Care Level 5: Intercultural Studies – Starting January 2018. Cost €285.
Business Level 5: Book-keeping Manual and Computerised – Starting January 2018. Cost €285. Accounts – Starting January 2018. Cost €285
Business Level 6: Communications – Starting January 2018. Cost €285.
Courses will run subject to minimum numbers confirmed. Recipients of social welfare may be entitled to funding towards courses. Easy payment plans can be availed of for all courses. Phone Jan/Diane at 051 389418 for further details or to book a place on any of the above courses.
Getting Citizens Online – Avail of 10 hours free training to enhance your digital skills by Getting Citizens Online. Next class commencing shortly. Please call reception at 051 389418 to secure a place.
ST LOUIS STITCHERS
St Louis Stitchers Group meets every Wednesday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at South West Wexford Family Resource Centre (SWWFRC) Ramsgrange. New members very welcome. For more information contact SWWFRC Reception at 051 389418.
WOMEN’S GROUP
Shelbourne Women’s Group meets every Monday 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. at South West Wexford Family Resource Centre (SWWFRC) Ramsgrange. New members very welcome. For more information contact SWWFRC Reception at 051 389418.
BLOKES WITH CAMERAS
Blokes with Cameras meet every Wednesday at 7 p.m. in Ramsgrange at South West Wexford Family Resource Centre (SWWWFRC) For more information please contact reception at 051 389418.
YOGA
Yoga classes are running every Monday evening from 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. at South West Wexford Family Resource Centre. Classes are €10 drop in or six class cards for €50. Contact Finola at 087 3641540 for more information.
ACTIVE RETIRED
Trip to Omniplex Cinema, Wexford Wednesday, December 13, to see Wonder. Cost €12, bus leaves Ramsgrange at midday Sharp, Pickups from Ramsgrange to Wexford. to book please call 389012, 087 0544976.
Ten Pin Bowling every Tuesday morning Leisure Max Wexford at 11.30 p.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is €7.
Social Evenings held in the St Louis Day Care 7-30 every second Tuesday.
Swimming – Every Monday and Thursday at the Brandon House Hotel from 10 a.m. to midday. €5 for Active Retirement members. Contact 051 421703.
May 2018 Holiday – From Monday, May 14, to Friday, May 18, staying in the Arklow Bay Hotel. Cost per person sharing €35; single room supplement €70 for the four nights. Cost includes: four nights bed and breakfast and evening meal, day trip each day, transport to and from Arklow and gratuities. A booking Fee of €100 (Non-Refundable) is required. Booking open to non-members from February 1. Enquires to 051 389 012 or 087 0544076. Travel Insurance – Allianz.ie 01 448 4848.
ST LOUIS DAY CARE CENTRE
We are now taking orders for Christmas Baking – Order your Mince Pies, Christmas Pudding, and Christmas Cakes – last date for orders is December 12 – Phone 051 389509 or call to the centre to order. We are also holding a Christmas Bakery Fair on Saturday, December 9, between 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Day Care Centre.
BLUEBELL CAFÉ
The Bluebell Café is open at St Louis Day Care Centre on the first Wednesday of every month, to older people, their families and carers who are coping with memory loss issues. We welcome you to come in, enjoy a cup of tea, chat and meet with others in similar situations.
We offer you an opportunity to obtain information and to speak with health care professionals in your area.
LOCAL LINK WEXFORD
To book your seat on the Local Link Bus please contact the office at 053 9196276 or email wexford@locallink.ie.
SLIMMING WORLD
Slimming World Classes here in South West Wexford FRC on Saturday mornings, weigh in time is 9.30. Please contact Yvonne Byrne at 086 3147332 for more details.
NEW PERSONAL TRAINING
New Personal Training business in Ramsgrange/Campile area. Tailored exercise and nutrition programs to suit your goals. Classes of six people due to start from next Tuesday with the aim to increase Strength and Fitness over a number of weeks. Contact Gary at 087 2223450. Please see ‘garywatersfitness’ on Facebook for up-to-date information on the classes or if you have any further questions.
CAMPILE BINGO
There is a weekly game of bingo being held in Campile Hall every Monday night at 8.30 p.m. in aid of the ongoing development of the hall, with prize money of €1,250 approximately being paid out each night with a rolling in house lotto and Snowball also being played each night. We welcome each and every one senior citizens, young and children alike to try it and enjoy a great night out and win some money into the bargain.
STUDY GROUP
Campile Hall Parents Supervised study group is going well so far but we still have some places available if anyone else is interested in joining, this study group is the perfect opportunity to get homework or study done without any of the usual home distractions three evenings a week here in Campile Hall, It is open to anyone in third, fifth or sixth years that might be interested in joining, study is on Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at a cost of €20 per month to book in or to make inquiries contact Nicholas at 087 9418661 or Campile hall at 087 2183300.