Duncannon
NOTES DEADLINE
Deadline for inclusion in the Duncannon Notes is 5 p.m. on Thursdays. duncannonnotes@ gmail.com.
ANNUAL PATTERN
This year the Duncannon annual Pattern (blessing of the graves) will be held on this Saturday, July 7, starting in the Glasís Cemetery (between the Fort Main Gate and the Quay) at 6.15 p.m.; Old Cemetery (beside the Fort Conan Hotel) at 6.30 p.m.; and the New Cemetery (beside the church) after 7 p.m. Mass.
ACTIVE RETIREMENT
Next monthly meeting is on July 2 in St Louis Day Care Centre at 2.15 p.m. Come along for a chat with new and old friends over a cup of tea and a bun. New members welcome.
Mystery Tour – This is on Monday, July 9. Cost €15, non-members €20. Bus leaving Ramsgrange car park at 9 a.m. Deposit €10. Pick-ups at Ballymitty/Wellingtonbridge 8.30, Elm tree Cross/Balliniry 8.40 a.m. and Campile 9.10 a.m. To book, please phone 051 389 012 or 087 0544976.
Jack Meads and Tramore – This is on July 25 – Cost €20 – We will visiting Tramore then onto Jack Meads for sit-down barbecue Leaving Ramsgrange 11 a.m. sharp – Normal pickups on the way – Names and deposit at the July Meeting. Please call to book 087 6372084 or 051 593836.
ST JAMES’ GAA NEWS
GOLF CLASSIC – St James GAA will be running their bumper weekend of fundraising activities starting with their annual golf classic in the New Ross Golf Club on July 13 – A team of four costs €140 including a post-round dinner. Contact Noel Holohan to book a time or to sponsor a green/tee box at 086 8658093.
BARN DANCE – The day after the golf, July 14, they will be having their ‘much anticipated’ barn dance in its new location, Clonsharragh. Get your check shirts and cowboy hats ready because this is an event not to be missed. Music on the night will be by the Gentlemen Callers and DJ afterwards. Tickets cost €10 and can be bought in Flood’s Centra, Ramsgrange. Hope to see you there.
LOTTO – There was no winner of the €5,900 jackpot in the draw held on Tuesday, June 26. The winning numbers were 6, 17, 19 and 31. St James’ Club had one match-three winner; Rosanne Nolan, Clonsharragh, who won €30. The jackpot for the next lotto draw on July 10, will be €6,200. Lotto tickets are available from committee members and local shops and pubs.
TEA/COFFEE MORNING
Senior citizens Concern CLG is hosting a tea or coffee morning in St Louis Day Care Centre, Ramsgrange, from 9 a.m. to midday on Sunday, July 22. All are welcome and your support is greatly appreciated.
MID-SUMMER BAZAAR
There will be a Mid-summer
Katie Lawlor, Ruby Sommers, Lindsey Kane and Cora Brazil enjoying the Bunscoil Rís sports day.
Bazaar in aid of St Mogue’s Church, Fethard-on-Sea, at the Old Abbey Garden Centre, on Sunday, July 15, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
DUNCANNON FC AGM
Duncannon FC is holding its AGM in Strand Tavern, on Friday, July 6, at 8.30 p.m. All parents, coaches, players and anyone looking to get involved in the club is urged to attend.
DUNBRODY ABBEY MASS
There will be a Mass in Dunbrody Abbey on Sunday next, July 8, at 10.30 a.m. (weather permitting). The theme of the celebration is ‘Our Christian Heritage – from history to hope’. Parking will be in the Dunbrody visitor centre across the road from the Abbey. There will be limited parking in the Abbey grounds for people with limited mobility only please. Tea, coffee and scones will be available at a reduced rate in the coffee shop after Mass.
KILLAG SHOW
The annual Bannow and Rathangan Show takes place in Killag, Duncormick on Thursday, July 13. Schedules are now available to download from the website: bannowrathanganshow. com or from secretary, Liz Freeman at 087 7560871.
LADIES GOLF SOCIETY
In glorious sunshine 31 Abbey Ladies played their 6th competition in Abbey Par 3. Despite clashing with the Captain’s Mixed in New Ross and other competitions, we had a great turnout. The course was in superb condition, thanks to Ned and Frank. After enjoyable golf games the ladies returned to the clubhouse to the whiff of BBQ food catered for by Frank, yummy, delicious. Thanks to Frank and Kylie his helper serving the food.
Great scores were returned to the excitement of all: 1st Eileen Mullally, (36) 45pts. 2nd Esther Finn, (22) 39pts. 3rd Eileen Wallace (17) 38pts. Category 1 Dympna Molloy, (15) 36pts. Category 2 Mary(H) Murphy (27) 38pts. Category 3 Pauline Byrne (35) 34pts. Visitor’s Prize Mary McNamara, 33pts. Congratulations and well done girls!
Next competition is on Saturday, July 7, in Blackwater at 10 a.m. Match Play is running smoothly, with round three finishing on July 15. Thanks to everyone. Denise Farrell at 087 7685930 or reception at 051 389418.
FOOD CLOUD
SWWFRC are recruiting for volunteers to help with our weekly food cloud collections. Food cloud at present supports many family with our community. Please contact Sharon Kennedy at 051 389418 to express an interest.
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.
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.
BLUEBELL CAFÉ
The Bluebell Café takes place on the first Wednesday of every month from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in ‘The Tea Room’ at St Louis Day Care Centre, Ramsgrange.
The Bluebell Café is open to people with dementia, their partners, carers, families and friends. Meet others with similar experiences, enjoy a cup of tea and a chat, and speak with health and social care professionals and other experienced volunteers.
To find out more contact us at 051 389509 or email stlouisdaycarecentre@gmail.com.
2018 Café dates: July 4, August 1, September 5, October 3, November 7, December 5.
LOCAL LINK WEXFORD
To book your seat on the Local Link Bus please contact the office at 053 9196276 or email wexford@locallink.ie.
YOGA WITH BRIDGET
Yoga classes are running every Thursday evening from 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. at South West Wexford Family Resource Centre. Contact Bridget at 089 4549029 for more information.
ACTIVE RETIREMENT
Next monthly meeting is on July 2 in St Louis Day Care Centre at 2.15 p.m. Come along for a chat with new and old friends over a cup of tea and a bun. New members welcome.
Mystery Tour – This is on Monday, July 9. Cost €15, non-members €20. Bus leaving Ramsgrange car park at 9 a.m. Deposit €10. Pick-ups at Ballymitty/Wellingtonbridge 8.30, Elm tree Cross/Balliniry 8.40 a.m. and Campile 9.10 a.m. To book, please phone 051 389 012 or 087 0544976.
Jack Meads and Tramore – This is on July 25 – Cost €20 – We will visiting Tramore then onto Jack Meads for sit-down barbecue Leaving Ramsgrange 11 a.m. – Normal pickups on the way – Names and deposit at the July Meeting. Please call to book 087 6372084 or 051 593836.
SLIMMING WORLD
Slimming World Classes continue in South West Wexford FRC on Saturday mornings, weigh in time is 9.30. Please contact Yvonne Byrne at 086 3147332 for more details.
GAA NEWS
GOLF CLASSIC – St James GAA will be running their bumper weekend of fundraising activities starting with their annual golf classic in the New Ross Golf Club on July 13 – A team of four costs €140 including a post-round dinner. Contact Noel Holohan to book a time or to sponsor a green/tee box at 086 8658093.
BARN DANCE – The day after the golf, July 14, they will be having their ‘much anticipated’ barn dance in its new location, Clonsharragh. Get your check shirts and cowboy hats ready because this is an event not to be missed. Music on the night will be by the Gentlemen Callers and DJ afterwards. Tickets cost €10 and can be bought in Flood’s Centra, Ramsgrange. Hope to see you there.
LOTTO – There was no winner of the €5,900 jackpot in the draw held on Tuesday, June 26. The winning numbers were 6, 17, 19 and 31. St James’ Club had one match-three winner; Rosanne Nolan, Clonsharragh, who won €30.
The jackpot for the next lotto draw on July 10, will be €6,200. Lotto tickets are available from committee members and local shops and pubs.
COMMUNITY MARKET
An opportunity for crafters/ food producers to take part in Ramsgrange Community Market on Friday mornings in the Community Hall Ramsgrange. Limited spaces available, for further information contact Anne on 085 – 7555844.
BALLYHACK NS
Ballyhack NS parents’ association and Ballyhack NS would like to thank all the local businesses and everyone who made donations and came along to support our field day, June 10. It was a great success. Many thanks to you all.
LADIES GOLF SOCIETY
In glorious sunshine 31 Abbey Ladies played their 6th competition in Abbey Par 3. Despite clashing with the Captain’s Mixed in New Ross and other competitions, we had a great turnout. The course was in superb condition, thanks to Ned and Frank. After enjoyable golf games the ladies returned to the clubhouse to the whiff of BBQ food catered for by Frank, yummy, delicious. Thanks to Frank and Kylie his helper serving the food.
Great scores were returned to the excitement of all: 1st Eileen Mullally, (36) 45pts. 2nd Esther Finn, (22) 39pts. 3rd Eileen Wallace (17) 38pts. Category 1 Dympna Molloy, (15) 36pts. Category 2 Mary(H) Murphy (27) 38pts. Category 3 Pauline Byrne (35) 34pts. Visitor’s Prize Mary McNamara, 33pts. Congratulations and well done girls!
Next competition is on Saturday, July 7, in Blackwater at 10 a.m. Match Play is running smoothly, with round three finishing on July 15. Thanks to everyone.
TEA/COFFEE MORNING
Senior citizens Concern CLG is hosting a tea or coffee morning in St Louis Day Care Centre from 9 a.m. to midday on Sunday, July 22. All are welcome and your support is greatly appreciated.
SOCCER CLUB AGM
Duncannon FC is holding its AGM in Strand Tavern, on Friday, July 6, at 8.30 p.m. All parents, coaches, players and anyone looking to get involved in the club is urged to attend.
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.