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reached an all-Ireland phase two senior football qualifier. Donal Shanley, Jim Rossitter and Joey Wadding did both themselves and the St Fintan’s GAA Club proud. When the draw for the qualifiers was made Wexford had drawn one of the toughest teams in the ‘pot’ in Monaghan Div 1 team that was expected to win an Ulster title only to be surprisingly beaten by Down. The game was played in Innovate Wexford Park and though well beaten the lads can hold their heads high. We look forward to having them back with the club inits quest for glory.
WALKATHON
St Anne’s Rathangan GAA Club are delighted to make you aware of our upcoming fundraising Walkathon, including a 24-hour walk, community auction and an evening of entertainment on the August Bank Holiday weekend. This fundraiser aims to fund the development of a new ball alley and hurling wall for the club.
To coincide with this, we are undertaking our very own ‘Dawn Walking Challenge’ to highlight mental health awareness and specifically support our local mental health awareness group ‘Ask’. Every GAA Club in Wexford is invited to send a minimum of one representative (or as many as you wish) in your club colours, to walk for one hour with us in the ‘Dawn Walking Challenge’ between 5 a.m. to 6 a.m. on Sunday morning, August 6 (refreshments provided).
All proceeds raised during the Dawn Walk will go directly towards ‘Ask’ to enable them to continue their tremendous work in the area of mental health awareness. The impact of 50 clubs across Wexford uniting together will send a very positive signal of their support to the wider community that we are now ready to tackle the issue of mental health head on.
SOCIAL CENTRE
Tomhaggard Social Centre Activities Monday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Women’s Shed Indian Food demonstration followed by end-of-year lunch. Meetings will resume mid August. Tuesday 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. art. All other activities have finished for summer break.
SCOUTS
Scouts and Ventures had a hectic four-day camp in Greystones and Dublin last weekend. The group also took part in the annual Seafood Festival parade on Thursday, July 6. The shield team will resume training shortly for the all-Ireland Scoutcraft competition, The Phoenix, in Belfast in August. Meetings will resume in September following a registration night at the end of August.
ALL BLACKS AFC
All Blacks AFC Player Registrations commences for the coming season 2017-2018. We are delighted to announce our continued successful participation in the Wexford Football League competitions. Invitations to all new and existing soccer players to register with a dynamic, strong and successful All Blacks AFC are welcomed. Registration for both Senior Men and Youths will take place next Thursday, July 13, in Casey Park, Mayglass, at All Blacks AFC grounds 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Men’s registrations €100, minimum payment €50 at signing. Youths registrations €70, minimum payment €40 at signing. Look forward to seeing you all this season. Thank you for the continued support. The over-35s team will contest a cup semi-final on Saturday, July 22, in Campile when they will play Corach Ramblers with a kick off time of 5.30 p.m. and extra time and penalties will be used if required.
ST FINTAN’S LADIES
Well done to the under-10 green team that travelled to Glynn-Barntown during the past week and put up a great performance against the home side with some great battling from both sides it was like a rugby scrum at times with all girls eager to get on the ball. Well done to all 11 girls involved. Due to holidays normal training will resume Monday, July 17. Well done to the under-10 yellow team who hosted Clonard/Volunteers in a very entertaining fast flowing game, well done to all 17 girls involved, a very entertaining game and we are very proud of the little ladies who continue to work and train hard.
UNDERAGE FOOTBALL
The St Fintan’s under-10 boys competed in a football blitz in Ferns Centre of Excellence. It was a really fun morning with each of the boys playing some great football with a real team effort in every game. Well done to everyone and many thanks to all the parents who travelled with the boys. A big shout out also to the management team, all the training is paying off lads. The future looks bright.
GAA BINGO
Still no jackpot winner, so another few euros added to bring us to €575 for tonight, 9 p.m. in Butlers.
LEO CARTHY WEEKEND
The annual Leo Carthy Traditional weekend will take place on August 5 and six with opening Concert in Our Lady’s Island Community Centre on Saturday at 8 p.m., promising a great night of music, song, comedy and special guests. Festivities will continue on Sunday with fun run, live open air music on the green, mumming exhibition, plus entertainment for children.
SUMMER SALE
Kilscoran Union summer sale will be held in Community Centre, Rosslare Strand on Wednesday, July 19, at 7 p.m. Cakes, Home produce, flowers, bric-a-brac, raffle.
LOTTO
Congratulations to jackpot winner Jacqui Hynes. We had one match-three winner in N. Byrne. Numbers drawn were 3, 4, 17 and 21. Tickets available locally and through club members at only €1.50 each.
JUNIOR B FOOTBALL
Last Tuesday saw the men host St Mary’s of Maudlintown in their re-arranged championship fixture. Despite having a depleted squad and suffering a slow start which saw the Mary’s take an early advantage, the boys ran out comfortable winners on a 4-19 to 3-05. Tomorrow (Wednesday) night will see the lads host Kilmore in Carne at 7.30 p.m.
INTERMEDIATE A HURLING
Last Sunday saw the men travel to Killurin for round two of the championship to face Duffry Rovers. With some of the panel unavailable, it was time for our younger players to step in and take to the field. In what was a pretty close encounter for the most part, Duffry did enough to get home on a 0-19 to 0-14 scoreline.
SWIM WEEK
Swim Week and Water Safety Week is on this week from July 10 to July 15. To book call Eliz at 087 2470493.
CHARITY BOUTIQUE
If you are doing a spring clean please think of us and drop your unwanted items into the shop any time from Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. All donations greatly appreciated. Thank you for your support.
SUMMER EVENTS
Puppet Show – Every Tuesday. Kiddies Disco – Every Sunday. Family Fun Night – Every Thursday. Farmers Market – Every Sunday. Singing Pubs – July 4 to July 8. Opening of garden and Mad Hatters Tea Party – July 9. Fashion Show – July 15. Colour Run – July 16. Kilscoran summer sale – July 19. annual field day – July 23. golf classic – July 28. Well Fest – July 29. Teddy Bears Picnic – July 30. Beach Party – August 5. Live the best Life ever – Lecture by Dr Darrell Wolfe – August 11. Dip in the Nip – August 13. Homeowners Meeting and summer draw – August 13
SUMMER CAMPS
Rosslare summer Camp – July and August. Rosslare Tennis Camp – July and August. Daily Soccer – July and Aug. Watersports Kids Camps – July and August. Kids Golf Camp – July and Aug. Drama Camp with Lisa – July 10 to July 13. Swim Week July 10 to July 15. Wexford Football Academy – July 10 to July 14. FAI Camp – July 17 to August 4. Urban Funk Dance School – July 24 to July 28. Radio Workshop – July 31 to August 2. Princess and Superhero Camp – July 31 to August 4. Shine summer School – seventh – August 11. Fun in the Sun – August 12.
MONTESSORI
A space has become available for the coming school year at White House Montessori School. Non-ECCE space or ECCE space. Contact Deirdre for more information at 087 8268203/053 9132635.
LOLLITOTS
Lollitots Community Childcare will be holding car boot sales throughout the summer. The first one will be held on Sunday, July 2. The venue will be the school field beside Rosslare Golf Club. Admission €2, Cars €10 and Vans €20. Gate will open at 8 a.m. and sales will start at 8.30 a.m. till 1 p.m. Future car boot sale dates will be Sunday the ninth, 16th, July 30 and Sunday, August 6, and 13. For further information contact Lollitots at 053 9132770.
The Lollitots summer Camp will run from Monday, July 3, till Friday, August 18. The cost per day is €13 or €55 for five days. The times are from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. The age groups are 3-7 and 7-12. Lots of fun activities and camp games are planned by our qualified and professional childcare staff. For further information contact Debbie or Paula at 053 9132770.
ACTIVITIES/CLASSES
Ongoing activities at Rosslare Community/Sports Centre area are as follows. New members always welcome to all classes/ groups.
Forever Fit Active 60s – Saturday at 11.30 a.m. Fun gentle fitness. Booking Essential to know numbers €8 (payg) Call Amanda 087 9713339.
Pilates – Friday at 10 a.m. €7 per class or (€25 x five prebooked class) Call Theresa 089 4620552.
Tai Chi – Monday and Wednesday at 9.30 a.m. on the beach.
Forever Fit – Saturday at 10 a.m. Fun dance fitness, suitable for all €8 (payg) Call Amanda 087 9713339.
St Paul’s Athletics Club – Monday and Wednesday at 5.30 p.m. Call Leo at 086 3103417.
Menapian’s Athletics Club Thursday at 7 p.m. Call David at 085 1621700.
Rosslare Bowls Club – Call Catherine 086 8177679 Rosslarebowlsclub.com.
Men’s Sheds – Tuesday and Thursday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Call Jim 087 6815029.
Women’s Sheds – Thursday 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Call Anne – 086 8293833.
Rosslare Tennis Club – Friday at 9.30 a.m. Players wanted. €2
Rosslare Badminton Club – Every Saturday at 11 a.m. New members needed. €3
Counselling service – Available Thursday mornings and Saturday afternoons. €25. Call Lorraine at 086 1220394.
Restorative Yoga – Fridays at 9 a.m. Call Sharon at 086 1943527. €5pp (payg). Bring blanket/mat and cushion suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
SPLIT-THE-POT
Congratulations to this week’s winner Anne Flynn, who picked up €148. Do you have family or relatives away from home? If you think they would like to play please tell them to contact us via Facebook.
Our envelopes are available from Cushen’s Tagoat, Nosh N Coffee, The Enterprise centre, The Lotus Restaurant, Turners Garage, McGuire’s Hardware, Lollitots, Tides, The Bay, Centra, Kelly’s Cafe in Meadows and Byrne, Cois Barry House, Kelly’s Hotel Swimming Pool, The