Ramsgrange

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

At SWWFRC we run projects with a group of core staff, a team of CE workers (of which there is always space to join) and a dedicated group of volunteers. We are asking for people to join us – simply by offering their time. A few hours a week can make a huge difference to the services we can offer. Full training (if necessary) will be given. WE NEED YOU. If you can help, contact reception for more details. We look forward to having you on board.

FOOD CLOUD

SWWFRC are recruiting for volunteers to help with our weekly food cloud collections. Food cloud at present supports many families within our community. Please contact Sharon Kennedy at 051 389418 to express an interest.

BLOKES WITH CAMERAS

Blokes with Cameras are back meeting in South West Wexford Family Resource Centre in Ramsgrange on Wednesday. Beginners and advanced photographers welcome, and you don’t need a fancy camera to enjoy photography. We will be running a basic photo shop course so you can have more fun with your photos. Make a note, come along and enjoy photography in a relaxed atmosphere. For more information contact reception at 051 389418 or Jack at 087 1358254.

ST LOUIS STITCHERS

The St Louis Stitchers Group meet from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at South West Wexford Family Resource Centre (SWWFRC) Ramsgrange every Wednesday morning. New members very welcome. For more information contact SWWFRC Reception at 051 389418.

WOMEN’S GROUP

The Shelbourne Women’s Group meet on Mondays at 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.

YOGA

Yoga classes are running every Monday evening 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.

IRISH DANCING

Irish dancing classes continue every Monday 3.30 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. at South West Wexford Family Resource Centre.

Adult Art Classes have commenced in Ramsgrange Community School on Wednesdays at 7.30 p.m., for eight weeks. Registration and payment accepted on the first night. Cost €90. Concessions available for OAPs.

FLOWER ARRANGEMENT DEMO

There will be a Flower Arrangement Demonstration by Lily Bloom Florist in St Louis Day Care Centre, Ramsgrange on Thursday, November 15, at 7.30 p.m. Tickets are €10 and can be purchased at St Louis Day Care Centre. All proceeds in aid of St Louis Day Care Centre.

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

New Ross Remembers – First World War 1914-1918 – on Saturday, November 10, in St Michael’s Theatre, New Ross, at 8 p.m. Music, songs, poems and letters from the trenches in memory of the 250,000 Irishmen, who went to fight and over 50,000 who lost their lives. Cost €28 (bus and ticket). Bus leaving Ramsgrange car park at 7 p.m. Usual pickups on way. To book, phone 051 389012 or 087 0544976. Again book early.

November Trip to Kilcohan Park, Waterford, for a night out with ‘ The Dogs’ on Friday, November 16. Cost €30. Price includes transport, admission, race card and two course meal (starter/main course or main course/ dessert). Deposit €10. Bus leaving Ramsgrange car park at 6.15 p.m. Usual pick-ups on way. To book, phone 051 389012 or 087 0544976.

Annual Holiday - This has been arranged with South East Tours for Monday, May 13, to Friday, May 17, 2019. Staying in the Maritime Hotel Bantry. Cost Per person Sharing €529. Single sup €25 per night extra. Cost includes Bed/Breakfast/Evening Dinner, Transport to and from Bantry, Day Trips/Entrance fee/Gratuities. Deposit €100 payable at October meeting. To book, phone 051 389012 or 087 0544976.

SLIMMING WORLD

Slimming World Classes are held in South West Wexford FRC on Saturday mornings, weigh in time is 9.30. Please contact Yvonne Byrne at 086 3147332 for more details.

ARTHURSTOWN/ BALLYHACK NEWS

Card Game – Kings Bay Inn: 45 Card Game will be played every Thursday night at 9 p.m. at the Kings Bay Inn. Be brave and shave. Come along for the fun fundraiser night at Kings Bay Inn on Saturday, November 10, at 9 p.m. A Monster raffle will be held on the night. Monster Raffle tickets available from post office, Floods, Kings Bay Inn and Byrnes Ballyhack. €5 per envelope and prizes are as follows: 40’ Smart TV, €200 Fuel Voucher, FitBit Alta, €100 Cash

Arthurstown vs Ballyhack presidential election results at Byrnes, Ballyhack at 6 p.m. Music and raffle. Courtesy bus available from both events.

Coffee morning: Byrnes, Ballyhack on Monday, November 5, at 10.30 a.m.

COMMUNITY MARKET

Ramsgrange Community Market is on every Friday morning from 9.30 a.m. in Ramsgrange Community Hall (opposite Centra). Pop in and have a cuppa and a chat and take the opportunity to meet and buy from local food producers and crafters.

A New Enterprise Stall is being set up to support local crafters establish and promote their product and/or new craft/food business. If you have a product or products that you would like to showcase on this stall contact us for further information.

If you want to book a stall for any week contact Ann at 085 7555844 or email ramsgrangecommunitymarket@gmail.com or drop in and see us on Friday mornings.

Patrons of the Community Market can park at Ramsgrange Church carpark just 100m away from the hall.

GAA CLUB NEWS

St James GAA are holding their AGM on November 17 at 4 p.m. in our club house in Mersheen. All existing members and incoming members are requested to attend this important meeting. Please come along and be an active member of your club.

Lotto – There was no winner of the €8,600 jackpot in last Tuesdays draw. The winning numbers were 20, 23, 26 and 30. St James Club had no match-three winners. Jackpot for the next lotto draw on November 13 will be €8,900. lotto tickets are available from committee members and local shops and pubs. €50 yearly lotto tickets are also available from 086 8820773.

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.