Milltown Castlemaine

SYMPATHY: It was a very sad week in our communities in Milltown and Castlemaine with the untimely death of John Martin O’ Donoghue, The Village, and Castlemaine on Monday last. We extend our sympathy to his daughters Cathy and Michelle and their families. We also send our condolences to John’s sisters, Rosaleen (Evans), Keel, Tess (O’ Reilly), Callinafercy, Joan (Burke), Tralee and Ann (Foley), Glencar and their extended families.

On Friday, January 17th, the news of the death Joanne O’ Connor, (nee Coffey) Milltown and Firies was met with much sadness. We extend our condolences to Joanne’s children Daniel, Gearóid, Laura and Leanne and to her husband Jerry. We also think of Joanne’s mother Nancy, her sisters Kathleen, Anne, Helena and Martina, her brothers Clive and Wayne and their extended families. May John and Joanne rest in peace.

Volunteer and have fun along the way: There are so many areas in our club where you can volunteer. Be it helping out with serving refreshments at our cards on a Tuesday night, selling Lotto tickets at our home games or getting involved in our Fundraising Campaign. There is also opportunities to perhaps helping with traffic management at drop off and collection on Thursday evenings- when our fun football academy returns for the coming season. If any member is interested in getting involved in our busy and dynamic club here in Milltown Castlemaine, we would be more than delighted to welcome you in. I, personally as PRO would welcome any assistance with regard to getting a few details back on any underage games. As a club, we endeavour to give fair and balanced publicity to all age groups- from under 6 to seniors. If you are a parent or guardian of a player in any of the underage teams, please get in touch with me, Deirdre, on 086 1703332. Every little helps. If you think your ‘little bit of help’ would be insignificant, then I guess you haven’t spent time with a mosquito! I look forward to hearing from you!! Fundraising Lotto Jackpot is now: €11,800 Our next Lotto draw will take place on this Friday January 24th, in The Castle Inn, Castlemaine-with €11,800 on offer. We will also have €200 for a Match 3- along with our 6 consolation prizes.

Maith thú: Diarmuid Quirke, who has just moved up to u- 14 level here in our Milltown Castlemaine GAA club is not only a super footballer, he is equally talented in Badminton-having recently been selected on the Kerry Badminton- U15 Inter County Team. Diarmuid will play in the Munster competition on Saturday next, January 25th, in Waterford Institute of Technology. Comhghairdeas Diarmuid and best of luck from all in Milltown Castlemaine GAA. Milltown Listry Comhaltas: Quiz in Faha Court

Milltown Listry Comhaltas invite you to Faha Court Bar on January 31st at 8.30pm for a fundraiser quiz in aid of Fleadh Cheoil Chiarraí. Plenty prizes and spot prizes on the night. Join us for a great night of family fun! Progressive 31 Card Drive: Resumes on Tuesday January 7th at 9 pm sharp. We look forward to seeing you then for cards, tea and Larkin’s Brack!

Save the date: Our choreographer Cassie Leen met up last week with some of the groups that are participating in Taking the Mic! With Cassie’s bubbly and energetic character, you are guaranteed to have a memorable time -if you choose to get involved. We have 10 acts so far but we would bedelightedtogetoneortwomore. Mark Easter Sunday, April 12th, 2020, Ballygarry House Hotel, into your diary. It’s our club fundraiser Taking the Mic. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for all the updates! I.T Tralee: Sigerson Cup: Congratulations to I.T. Tralee who defeated Athlone I.T. on Sunday last in Limerick, thus avoiding relegation from Sigerson Cup next year. Milltown Castlemaine had two players on the panel-Jonathan O’ Sullivan and Gavin McKenna. Jonathan was introduced early in the 2nd half and put in a solid performance- helping his college team secure victory. Commiserations to our other club player Gavin Horan who lined out for Athlone I.T.

Kerry seniors: Best of luck to Peter Keane and the Kerry senior panel in their Round 1- National League game versus Dublin, on Saturday evening next, January 25th. We also wish Na Gaeil the very best in the All Ireland Junior Final on Saturday afternoon.