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SAD PASSING
Deepest sympathy to the family of James McGrath, Knocktarton, Ballymitty, who sadly passed away last Wednesday, January 6, Jim is survived by his children Ann, Ella, Pat, Ger, Mary, Sarah, Pauleen, Kenneth and the late Mairead, brother of the late Laurence, Maureen and Eamon.
James reposed at Ryan’s funeral parlour on Friday with removal at 7 p.m. to St Peter’s Church Ballymitty and funeral Mass was on Saturday at midday with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. May he rest in peace.
GAA NEWS
Lotto numbers for the first draw of 2020 were 11, 20, 21 and 26. Jackpot stays at €14,000 while the reserve pot is rising to €5,300. Congratulations to the match-three winners, Pat Nacey the Willows, Brendan c/o Pub and Pat Nacey c/o Pub. Many thanks to all who continue to support the club.
The First Club Development and Planning meeting will take place on Sunday, January 19at 7.3p in the meeting room at the complex. This meeting is the first step in a vital process for the future of Our Club. We are asking that everyone make an effort to attend and in some advance put some thought into what you would see as important in the following areas. Club Structure and administration, Finance, Fundraising and Facilities Development of the club. Looking forward to seeing you there.
CORACH RAMBLERS
The under-14 girls started off the year with a great 1-0 win against Tombrack Utd. Another Sarah Bennett goal sealed the win but a great team performance ensured the opposition didn’t get a chance to draw.
The ladies also had a great 1-0 win v Adamstown to open up a small gap at the top of the table. Niamh Millar scored a crucial penalty to take the points home.
Both men’s sides bowed out of the Wexford cup on differing scorelines. The B sides bowed out to a stronger team – Enniscorthy Town – but the A side were left with a series of ‘what ifs’ after two missed penalties saw them lose to Rosbercon. Despite Consie scoring they just couldn’t bridge that gap.
Finally, Sharon Sinnott was the lucky winner of €725 in our weekly split-the-pot draw. Thanks to you all yet again.
DANESCASTLE NATIONAL SCHOOL
Application forms for enrolment in Danescastle NS September 2020are currently available from the school secretary. These forms are also available from the Play School and Montessori. Those wishing to enrol a child should return form on or before January 31.
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Next atlk is on Saturday, January 25, at 2.30 p.m. in Colfer’s Pub, Carrig-on-Bannow. Speaker:
Brendan Hayes. Topic: Carrig-on Bannow, from Duff’s Turn to the Cross of Carrig’.
SOCIAL DANCING
social dancing continues in Tír na nÓg every Thursday night with music this Thursday, January 16, by Bandit, January 23 by Richie Halpin, January 30 by the Wicklow Man and February 6 by Hogan and Kenny. All proceeds in aid of the handball new build.
DANCING IN CARRIG
The next dance in Carrig Community Centre will take place on January 17 with music by Michelle Murphy.
GRANTSTOWN DAYCARE CENTRE
Would you like to get out of the house, meet people of all ages and have a bit of fun? Then why not pop into Grantstown Daycare Centre and see for yourself what is happening on a day-to-day basis. Each day has something different whether it’s music, games, arts and crafts, movies, quizzes, trips out or just chatting or reading a magazine. If you have a craft or skill that you would like to share with the group we can arrange for you to do a demonstration. We also have holistic practitioners who are qualified in Reiki, Sonas and Imagination Gym and a nurse in the centre. Our clients vary in age from mid-thirties to over ninety. If you don’t have your own transport we can collect you in the morning and drop you home in the afternoon. Please phone 051 561016 or email info@grantstownpriory. com for more information.
NEWSLETTER – Why not advertise your business in our newsletter. You would be surprised how many people in your local area don’t know what it is that you do. You could be missing out on lots of local jobs while you are travelling miles to work. Phone 051 561016 for more information.
OFFICE ADMIN SERVICE – We now offer a full Office Admin service here in Grantstown Daycare Centre. Typing, copying, A4 laminating, get your CV updated and much more. For more information phone 051 561016.
SERVICES AVAILABLE IN GRANTSTOWN DAYCARE CENTRE – Tuesday the 14th: Hairdresser from 10.30 a.m. Wednesday the 15th: Counsellor from 12.30 p.m. Thursday the 16th: Hairdresser from 10.30 a.m. Monday the 20th: Group Physio with Mairead. Phone 051 561016 to make your appointment for these services which are available to everyone in the community.
UPCOMING EVENTS IN GRANTSTOWN COMMUNITY VILLAGE – Tuesday the 14th: Imagination Gym/Pongo in the morning and Cards/Table Quiz in the afternoon. Wednesday the 15th: Pongo/Sonas in the morning and music with Nicky Furlong in the afternoon. Thursday the 16th: Yoga with Julie/Cards in the morning and Pongo in the afternoon. Monday the 20th: Physio with Mairead/Baking with Ger/ Cards in the morning and Pongo in the afternoon. You can find out all about Grantstown on our website: grantstowncommunityvillage.
VOLUNTEER BUS DRIVERS NEEDED – We need bus drivers to transport clients to the Daycare Centre in the morning and home in the afternoon. If you are a licensed Minibus driver who has a couple of hours to spare, please contact us at 051 561016. Your help would be greatly appreciated.
BINGO NIGHT
Come along to Grantstown Daycare Centre for the Bingo Night every Wednesday commencing at 8 p.m. Books cost: €10 Double, €5 Single, €2 Baby. Snowball sheet €1. Have a bit of fun with Mary and the gang and a cup of tea or coffee with cake.