Fethard-on-Sea

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RACE NIGHT

The Fethard St Mogue’s GAA Club are holding a race night on Saturday, November 23, in Molloy’s Bar, Liam Spratt of Southeast Radio fame will be the commentator for the night. Horses are available to purchase from any committee member, player or in Molloy’s. This is one of the club’s main fundraisers for the year so please support.

FETHARD-ON-SEA CASTLE

Landscaping work will be undertaken on the grounds of Fethard-on-Sea Castle over the coming weeks. The work, which is being funded by a FLAG grant will see new paths, seating and picnic areas constructed. The project required and was granted Ministerial approval due to the historical significance of the site and are being overseen by Stafford McLoughlin Archaeology. Fethard Community Development Association looks forward to launching the redesigned grounds over the coming months for all to enjoy.

LATE MAUREEN O’SHEA

Many people in the Saltmills area were saddened recently to learn of the passing of Maureen O’Shea, Old Street Tintern and St John’s Wood London. Maureen made many friends during her frequent visits to Wexford over the last 40 years, and she loved spending time in her beloved home in Tintern old street. Maureen will be remembered at 10 a.m. Mass in Poulfur on Sunday, November 17, and afterwards at the Colclough hall Saltmills. All, who knew Maureen are welcome to come and remember her in this get together of her Irish friends.

WINTER MASS TIMES

From Saturday, November 2, Vigil Mass Templetown will be held at 6 p.m. in All Saints Templetown, Sunday Mass times Poulfur 10 a.m. and Templetown 11.30 a.m.

FETHARD SPLIT-THE-POT

Congratulations to Anne Barron, who won €72 in this week’s split-the-pot (October 31). Envelopes for split-the-pot are available in the post office, Dillon’s, The Wheelhouse, Molloy’s, Neville’s and the Tourist Office. Draw takes place every Thursday.

COISTE NA NÓG

The under-17 footballers, Moguegeen Gaels played Ballyhogue in the county final last weekend in Patrick’s Park. There was to be heartbreak yet again for the lads as they lost out by a point after extra time. The under-15 footballers play Ballinastragh Gaels the County Premier Final in St Patrick’s Park next Saturday at 11.30.

ST MOGUE’S LADIES’ GAA

The minor camogie team played Ballynastragh Gaels (Kilanerin-Ballyfad GAA and Tara Rocks GAA in their postponed county final last Saturday in Oylegate, full report in next week’s paper. The AGM of St Mogue’s Ladies’ club is on Friday, November 22, at 8 p.m. in St Mary’s Hall, anyone with an interest in being involved with the running of the club is welcome to attend.

WEEKLY LOTTO

There was no winner of last week’s Club lotto jackpot of €6,700. Next week’s jackpot stands at €6,800. The numbers drawn were 1, 2, 4 and 19. The club had two lucky-dip winners, Louise Carroll and Mag Walsh while the previous week’s winners were Paul Barden and Kyle White, who won €30 each.

PROGRESSIVE 45 CARD GAME

The winners of the Progressive 45 Card Game in Colclough Hall, Saltmills last Sunday night were Johnnie Doyle and Eileen Doyle. In second place were Elish Breen and Liam Power. In third place John Sinnott, James McDonald and Aidan Colfer. The last game draw was won by Luke Power, Michael Kehoe and Tony Murphy. The raffle winners were Carmel Kehoe, Dermot Bassett, Michael Kehoe and John Sinnott.

CHRISTMAS MARKET/ CRAFT FAIR

A Giant Christmas Market and Craft Fair will be held in Ramsgrange Community School on Sunday, November 24, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. All exhibitors from the local area are welcome and can contact the school at 051 389211 to book a stand.

FLOWER ARRANGEMENT DEMONSTRATION.

Flower Arrangement Demonstration by Lennie Wall, Florist in St Louis Day Care Centre, Ramsgrange on Thursday, November 28, at 7.30 p.m. There will also be Pop Up Shops on the Night. Tickets are €10 and can be purchased at St Louis Day Care Centre. Phone no 051 389509.

All proceeds in aid of St Louis Day Care Centre.

CIRCUIT AND STEP CLASSES

Monday Circuit Class in Ramsgrange Community School Gym at 7.30 p.m. Wednesday Circuit Class in St Mary’s Hall, Fethard at 9.45 a.m. Friday Step and Tone Class in St Mary’s Hall, Fethard at 9.45 a.m.

All fitness levels catered for pay-as-you-go classes €8. Contact Maureen at 087 7479258 Up2UFitness.

YOGA CLASSES

YOGA continue every Monday Evening at 7.30 p.m. in St Mary’s

Community Hall, Fethard. All levels welcome, €10 Drop in class. Contact Finola at 087 3641540.

COMMUNITY CAFE

The Community Café is open Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 3.45 p.m. in South West Wexford Family Resource Centre, Ramsgrange. Come and enjoy a coffee or Tea/Scone in our relaxing environment. While you are here find out about our resource centre and everything that is on offer. We also have free Wi-Fi/internet access points for all your Web Surfing needs.

ETERNAL BEGINNERS YOGA

Sorcha Hyland leads a beginner’s level yoga class every Thursday night, 7: 15 to 8.45 p.m. at Colclough Hall €10. Newcomers welcome. The focus of this class is to create a safe (brave) space for people of all abilities to learn how to manage stress and loosen up the body. The class involves a series of easy stretches, breathing exercises and time to rest and restore. Contact Sorcha at 087 7022262 if you have any questions.

SPLIT-THE-POT DRAW

October Winner is Luke Bassett won e41. Thanks to everyone for continuing to support our monthly fundraiser and to the Vine Cottage Bar for holding the draw. Envelopes there and also in St Leonards Family Shop and Colclough Hall.

BALLYCULLANE PLOUGHING CHAMPIONS.

Congratulations to the Ballycullane Ploughing Club on winning six all-Ireland titles mid October and a second in the same recent contest. The seven members from the club representing Wexford were Martin Kehoe, James Barron, John Whelan, William Kehoe, Frank Culle, n Stephen Whelan and Seán Kehoe.

CREATIVE EXCHANGE

We continue to meet each Friday in Colclough Hall 10 p.m. to 1 p.m. Drop in to share creative arts and craft practice. We are developing a Lino Cut series of Seasonal Cards over the next few weeks. Come and join us.

COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT

A CE position is available within Saltmills St Kearns. Applications to Horeswood Ballycullane CE Supervisor. Enquiries to 051 564098. Office in St Martin’s Hall Ballycullane.