BALLYDONOGHUE LISSELTON

LISSELTON SCHOOL

Lisselton Primary School is now enrolling for September 2018. Details and enrolment forms are available by contacting the school on 068-47240. Parents/ and prospective students are welcome to visit the school on any Monday in February and March from 2.15pm– 3.00pm.

BARDIC FESTIVAL–PATRONS

The committee of BBF invite you to become a patron of the festival, which takes place in the parish on March 22nd–25th next. For just €10, one can become a patron, all names will be printed on the official programme. Contact Noelle Hegarty, Sec, John McGrath, Chairperson, committee members, Jim Finnerty, Donal Enright, Joanne Riordan, Karen O’Connor, or leave the donation in an envelope at Lisselton Post Office, Tomáisín’s or The Thatch. Please mark your name clearly on the envelope.

PARISH MAGAZINE:

Time to get those creative juices flowing for the 34th Edition of the Ballydonoghue Parish Magazine.

This is a call out for articles which you feel may be of interest to the parish community at home or abroad, or if you know someone living and working abroad maybe they have a story to tell. All submissions can be made to magazine@ballydonoghue.net or make contact with a committee member who will only be happy to assist you.

Adult Competitions in Creative Writing and Poetry are now also open to entries, please specify if you are submitting for competitions to the e-mail address above or drop to the Post Office at Ryan’s Daybreak, Lisselton, for the attention of Ballydonoghue Parish Magazine: ref, Competitions.

CCE NEWS

Ballydonoghue/Lisselton branch concert will take place this Saturday night 24th February in Tomaisins Hall.This is always a great night of local entertainment from the Music,Singing and dancing classes of our branch. Concert will commence at 6.30 sharp. The branch church gate collection will also take place this weekend your support is greatly appreciated.

Sult na nÓg competition will take place 3rd and 4th March in the IT Tralee and Set-dancing competitions in Fossa Killarney.

The branch would like to offer its sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Denis Courtney, who sadly past away last week. Denis, was a member of CCÉ Milltown Listry & former Cathaoirleach of CCÉ Coiste Chontae Chiarraí 2007-2011 & Leas Cathaoirleach 2003-2006

Go ndéana Dia trócaire anam uasal.

MS COFFEE MORNING

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The Listowel/North Kerry branch of the MS Society thank everybody for their generous support of the annual St Valentine’s Day Coffee Morning on Saturday last at Tomáisín’s. All monies raised are used locally for the provision of vital services to branch members.

Thanks to the sponsors, Ryan’s Daybreak, Cats K and Ladawan of Daramadawee, Ballybunion Thai Massages, Beauty by the Beach, BB, Hair by John Paddy, Ballyduff, Marie Kissane, Eleanor Kennelly, Brenda McNamara, Aine Hegarty and Lee Strand. Thanks also to Aine and Jackie at Tomaisin’s for hosting the event.

NATIONWIDE

RTE 1 tonight, Wednesday, February 21st, the Nationwide programme (7.00pm) features the legacy of the late Liam Healy, Listowel and the continuation of the racing photography business by his son, Pat Cash Healy. The late Liam is brother to the late Geraldine Long, Guhard. The programme will cover a day at Goffs Thyestes Day in Gowran Park, numerous interviews with racing personnel as well as a visit to Listowel to meet the extended Healy family.

DEATHS

Sympathy is extended to Eileen and John O’Connor and family, Ahascra, on the death of Eileen’s mother, Margaret Lynch (nee Burke), Bromore, Ballybunion. Sympathy is extended to Jim and Deborah Mulvihill, Ballyconry, on the death of Jim’s mother, Una Mulvihill, Athea, Co Limerick. May they rest in peace. 1st from 10.30am 12.30pm and will continue on every ThursdayDivine Mercy every Sunday at SS Peter’s & Paul’s Church, Ballyduff at 3.00pm. Parish Office open Tuesday to Friday 10.30am 1.00pm. Phone (066)7148404Healing Blanket For booking contact (085)7791680 Lenten Prayer Meeting with Sr. Teresa on Thursday February 22nd at 7.30pm in the Parish Centre, Ballyduff

Stations of the Cross every Friday during Lent after Mass Masses Change This Weekend: Saturday Causeway at 6.30pm ; Sunday Ballyduff at 11.00am for the month of March

CARD RESULTS

The results of the “41” Card Drive held at McHale’s Stretford End Bar, Causeway on Monday February 19th are as follows;1st Mike O’Keeffe & Seamus McEnery 2nd Joe Higgins & Brendan Harrington3rd Kitty Brennan & Kathy Neilan TABLE PRIZES: Angela O’Sullivan & Roy DineenJimmy Goggin & Tom Kennelly The “41” Card Drive continues on each Monday night commencing at 10.00pm sharp. Admission is €5 with prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd and table prizes on games 14 & 15. All welcome.

INDOOR ATHLETICS

An indoor athletics meeting for Primary Schools will be held in the Sports Hall, Causeway on Wednesday next March 7th from 6.00pm 8.00pm. All pupils from 1st to 6th classes are invited to attend and children new to athletics from Ballyduff are especially welcome. For further information please contact St. Brendans Athletic Club on (087)7985557. Bliain na Gaeilge by the present government, it being the 125th anniversary of the founding of the Gaelic League, the cultural organisation that became one of the main motivating forces which ushered in our era of national self-determination, The Group is planning to hold a Special Event to honour all those who strove so hard to hold the Annual Aeríocht as community cultural and sporting event in the 40s, 50s and early 60s.

With many sources being harnessed it is fondly hoped that this Event will release the creating potential of our region in an imaginative way. Thanking you.

RACE COMMITTEE MEETING

A meeting of the Ballyheigue Race Committee will be held in the K.L.Lounge this Friday evening 2nd March at 9.30pm. All members are asked to attend.

COURSIING LOTTO

The following numbers were drawn on Monday 19th February in the Ballyheigue & District Coursing Club Lotto: 6-25-28-30. Jackpot was not won. The €50 winner was Brendan Guerin, C/o White Sands. The €25 winners were Thomas O’Riordan, C/o Macs; D. & S. Power, C/o White Sands and Tom O’Brien, C/o M.O’H. Next week’s Jackpot €8,650.

PRIMARY SCHOOL SPORTS

A primary schools’ indoor sports for pupils in 1st to 6th classes will be held in Causeway hall on Wednesday March 7th from 6pm to 8pm. All boys and girls in Ballyheigue schools in those classes are most welcome to attend and children new to athletics are especially welcome. The event is being organised by St Brendan’s AC and details are available from the club secretary Irene on 087 7985557.

COMMUNITY GAMES 2018

Last weekend saw a fantastic start to the beginning of our Community Games year. First out on Saturday was the ever talented Shauna Casey who got 1st place again this year in the U-16 Art. Brilliant achievement by Shauna, we wish her Best of Luck in the All-Ireland. Hard luck to Molly, who did very well. Sunday took us to Listowel for the County Draughts. We entered 4 teams with 3 teams arrived home with medals.

Our U-12 team were unlucky to come up against tough opposition at the beginning. U-10 team received 3rd place, Bronze medals for Max Fitzgerald, Kallum and Ceidi Hussey, Luke Boyle, Cillian O’ Halloran, William Stack and Eric O’Sullivan. With both our U-14 and U-16 taking home Gold Medals it ensured Ballyheigue received the overall winner’s trophy for the 5th year running. U-14 team Denis Lynch, Dara Donnelly, David O’Grady, Darragh O’Fuairain, Matthew Boyle and Charlie Fitzgerald. U-16 team Adam Dineen, David O’Sullivan, Dara Kearney, Samantha Fitzgerald, Oisin O’Regan, Eric Walsh and Maggie Stack.

Next stop UL for the Munsters. Community Games wish to send our Condolences to our Chairperson Moira and DJ Lynch and family on the recent death of Michael Lynch (RIP), late of Marian Pk and Birr, Co Offaly.

COMMUNITY CENTRE

Meals on Wheels: We can deliver any amount you require straight to your door on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Collection from the Centre also available. Please contact the centre on 066 7133837 for more info.

SENIOR CITIZENS DAY-CARE

Our Community Centre also runs a Senior Citizens Social Group every Wednesday at the Community Centre. We provide a three course meal, bingo and light activities.

This social group is open to everyone and transport to the Community Centre is provided by Local Link Kerry from Tralee/ Ardfert/Causeway/Ballyheigue and surrounding areas. Please call our office on 066 71 33837 for further information.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

In association with Kerryhead/ Ballyheigue FRC Birthday Party Packages are available at your local Community Centre. Please call the Centre on 066 7133837. following times Asdee at 10am and Ballylongford at 11.30am.

RETREAT

The Annual Retreat for Asdee/ Ballylongford Parish will take place on Sunday next 4th March from 10am to 5pm in Ardfert Retreat Centre. For further details contact Mairead Doyle, Asdee Post Office or Anne Marie Tydings.

BALLY POST OFFICE

Remember what it was like when you could do your banking with a real human being? One who was glad to get your business? Now you can bank with a human in Ballylongford!!

Did you know that you can withdraw cash up to a €600 daily limit from your AIB account at Ballylongford Post Office? Here’s the best bit. You can withdraw the exact amount you want right down to the cent!

You can also lodge cash to your AIB and Ulster Bank business or personal accounts at the Post Office. Why not pop in today and avoid the hassle of travelling to the bank?

TRANSPORT SERVICE

The Irish Cancer Society operates a free transport service for patients attending hospital for chemotherapy treatment. Volunteer Drivers pick the patient up at the door of their home, drop them at the hospital door, and then when finished treatment, will pick them up and drop them home. Volunteer expenses are paid. Patients wishing to avail of this free service should contact their healthcare professional, visit the Society’s website Irishcancer. or contact the Irish Cancer Society for more information on 01 2310 522.

O’RAHILLY G.A.A. CLUB

Weekly Lotto Friday 23rd February at Gerry O’Connors

Jackpot €4450. Numbers Drawn 15, 24, 26, 30. No Winner. Lucky Dips €20 each Mary Fitzgerald Tralee, Kenneth Foley Lenamore, Noel Boyle Well Street, Three Free Tickets Noreen Kennelly Lislaughtin. Bar Prize Katie Heaphy Main Street. Thank you for your Support.

POKER

A poker night will be held on Saturday 10th March at 9.00pm in Carmody’s Bar, Tarbert in aid of Clodagh Allen, Tarbert who is recovering after multiple surgeries in Toronto following an accident. 5 Card Draw. Entry €30. Buybacks €10. Texas Cash game Too! Your support would be greatly appreciated.

WORLD BOOK DAY

To celebrate World Book Day 2018 the Seanchaí Centre, Listowel will host a morning ‘open mic’ reading on Thursday March 1st from 11 am to 1 pm. Admission is free and all are welcome along to read from their favourite book, or from their own work.

SET CÉILI DANCE

A Set Céilí will take place in the Seanchaí Centre, Listowel on Friday March 9th from 9.30 pm. Sets will be called by Timmy Woulfe and music is by Donie Nolan. Admission €10. For more details visit www.kerrywritersmuseum.com.