ABBEYFEALE

ACC SECURITY CCTV

Following a meeting on Wednesday, July 19 with officials from Limerick City and County Council, we are pleased to announce that Abbeyfeale is now included in a County-Wide pilot scheme which will see 4 CCTV Cameras installed along the Main Street and The Square. Work is scheduled to start before the end of the year.

HERITAGE PLAQUES:

A number of plaques were erected on Friday, July 14 around the Square and on Sunday an Italian couple stopped to stretch their legs while passing through and were amazed when they saw the plaque detailing the visit of Princess Cristina Belgiojoso to Batt Harnett’s which in times past was Leahy’s Inn. They got talking to the man who applied for the grant for the plaques -- the Chairman of ACC and told him that they couldn’t believe their eyes as their daughter who is a teacher had done her thesis on the Princess and they were now ringing her to tell her that the Princess had been in Abbeyfeale in the dim and distant past.

COMMUNITY GARDEN:

We will sell whatever is ready to harvest as well as jams, cakes, breads and scones on Sunday, July 30 outside the church after the 9.30am and 12 noon Masses and donate the proceeds to Trocaire.

POWERLIFTING

Well done to Gavin Dillon Power Lifter who competed at the International Powerlifting Federation - IPF in South Africa recently. He’s a son of Patricia and Bernie Dillon and Bridie Cotter Weir’s grandson from Collins Park. His grandfather Joe is a blow in from Offaly but we won’t hold that against him! In the past couple of weeks Abbeyfeale’s Kodi Goad has brought back a gold medal in Kickboxing from Italy-- her connections are the Grady’s from Meenkilly and Chris Smith from Collins Park brought back Silver from Turkey. We are very proud of all our sporting hero’s who are bringing honour to Abbeyfeale.

COMMUNITY ALERT:

If you are travelling in Europe this summer be sure to apply to the HSE for a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). You can apply by post or online, further details on the HSE website. The card entitles the carrier to the same access to healthcare as locals when travelling in an EU or EEA country. Defibrillators in Abbeyfeale are located at the Search and Rescue Headquarters and also at Fr. Casey’s, the Rugby Club and the Soccer grounds. Should you require one in an emergency contact Christy Kelleher 087 7452110. Should you be affected by or witness an anti-social event -- on the street, in your property, at your business, in the Town Park etc. - it is recommended that you call the 24 hour line in Newcastlewest on 069 20650 to log your complaint. You can also log your complaint on the 24 hr free phone no 1800 283064.

DAN PADDY ANDY FESTIVAL

A Cupán Tae and a slice of Dan’s special 20th anniversary cake! That’s what you can expect when you attend the opening event of this year’s Dan Paddy Andy Festival -- the Irish Rambling House Show. The Festival, the 20th, is on over the August Bank Holiday Weekend and Thursday, August 3, is opening night with the first ever performance at the Festival by the Irish Rambling House -- the show that has been traveling to England to entertain the exiles with music, song, dance , storytelling and the craic, for many years.

POOL TOURNAMENT:

A pool tournament will take place at The Elm Bar, Duagh over the weekend of August 5/6. It is a fundraiser for Karla Stack who has Lyme disease. It will start at 8pm, entry fee 10 per player with €100 for the winner. A raffle will also be held.

80’S NIGHT AT FR. CASEY’S:

Put it in the diary. A back to the 80’s Disco will take place as a fundraiser for facilities development at Fr. Casey’s GAA clubhouse on Saturday, August 12 beginning 9.30ish. Leg Warmers are optional, mini skirts are a given , glitter and glam, velour, big earrings and spandex can be resurrected if you want to win a prize for your get up. Finger food will be served and there will be loads of spot prizes.

TIDY TOWNS

The Tidy Towns committee in conjunction with Abbeyfeale Community Council are running a competition this June and July for Best Shop Front and Most Improved Shop Front. Trophies have been sponsored by Fitall/ Sigma Signs and Sheehys Hardware. There will be a voucher for the overall winner in each category sponsored by Abbeyfeale Tidy Towns with the winners

CÚL CAMP:

Calling all 6-13 year olds again this year for the Kellogg’s sponsored GAA Cúl Camp which is taking place at Fr Casey’s GAA in Abbeyfeale on August 14-18. Bookings are done on-line, just google Cúl Camp and follow instructions thereafter.

SEISIÚN

All those in the locality who enjoy a good night of Irish traditional entertainment will welcome the return of the weekly Comhaltas Seisiún show at the Devon Inn every Thursday night at 8.30pm. The show consists of top quality music, song, dance and story provided by a talented group of artistes, many of whom have won All Ireland honours.

ST. ITA’S FAITH CAMP:

The annual St. Ita’s Faith Camp takes place from Tuesday, August 1 -- Friday, August 4, 2017. Confirmation children especially welcome. We are asking families to host our visiting volunteers this year. We need bed and breakfast accommodation for the volunteers who come from afar -- all other meals will be supplied at the School. We are very grateful for your generosity. We welcome any person who is 15 years or over to volunteer for the camp as much help is needed during our 4 days. Contact Martina 087 2788834 or Lorraine 086 3765751.

GRAVEYARD CLEAN

Reilig Ide Naofa Graveyard Mass will take place on Thursday, August 17 @ 7.30pm. Clean up takes place every Tuesday, if you are available some evening please call, all help is greatly appreciated as the graveyard is quite large and needs constant weeding. So come along and join the group. All are welcome.

HERITAGE DAY

AUGUST 27: 3A Park, a Monk, an Earl and a Princess is an intriguing look at Abbeyfeale’s Natural Heritage of today as well as having a look into the past and those who walked our streets 200-800 years ago. Starting at Abbeyfeale Town Park 2pm sharp.

SVP OPENING HOURS

The Abbeyfeale shop will open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday each week between 10-4pm. Further information 087 1213560.