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NOTES
If you have any news or information that you would like to submit in the weekly notes you can contact Rathangan Parish Hall at 051 563039 between 9.30 a.m. and 1.30 p.m. or leave a message. Also you can email your notice to rathanganhall@ gmail.com. At the latest all notes must be received by 10 ‘o clock Friday Morning.
COMMUNITY LOTTO
There was no winner of last week’s jackpot of €6,000. No match-three winner, next draw match-three numbers to win or share 400€. The next lotto draw will be held on Tuesday, October 31, and the jackpot now stands at €6,200.
BINGO
Rathangan parish council wish to thank everyone who supported our recent bingo and we look forward to your continued support by donation or attendance on the day at our next bingo on November 12. Thank you.
CLIMATE CHANGE
We all know how climate change affects our lives. The recent Hurricane Ophelia is a good example. In Rathangan School we are doing our bit to raise awareness of and reduce climate change. We are recycling, using less water and turning the lights off when we are not using them. Also this year we are going for our fourth Green School Flag which is ‘TRAVEL’. This ties in well with climate change as it requires us to try walk, cycle or carpool where possible instead of using the cars. We ask that all the families in our community do their bit for climate change. Thank you from all at St Anne’s NS.
ROSE OF RATHANGAN
Are you up for a laugh? come support our ‘Rose of Rathangan’ fundraiser on November 25 in Rathangan Bar. Tickets are only €5 or €10 on the door. Check out Facebook to find out more about this fun filled evening and see local lads as you never seen them before vying for the crown.
FASTNET ROVERS FC
Our season is now under way and we have introduced a new Academy (under-six and underseven) on Sunday morning and under-eights on Saturday. Please contact the club or check our Fastnet Rovers AFC page on Facebook for more details.
ST ANNE’S SHOP
Christmas is Looming. St Anne’s Shop for those Surprise Christmas Presents – Shorts, Jerseys, Training Tops, Hoddies, Polo Shirts, Skirts, Socks, Rain Jackets and Beanie Hats. St Anne’s Skinny Tracksuit Pants – Ages 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 1112, 13-14 €35 – Age15-16, Small, Medium Large etc €40 – Call or text Ann 087 2076869 or email stannesshop@gmail.com.
LITTLE BREECHES
Rathangan’s Little Breeches re-opened on Tuesday, September 5. It offers a warm and welcoming environment where children can explore, play and learn in our outdoor and indoor environments. Limited places are still available for this term and we are now taking bookings for the Spring and summer terms. Contact Sinéad at 087 9852960 or sineadwhite119@gmail.com for more information or to book your place.
PARENT/TODDLER GROUP
Parent and Toddler Group in Rathangan Hall, Tuesday mornings from 10.30 – midday Babies to pre-school age. Come along and enjoy a coffee and a chat.
BREAKFAST MORNING
Rathangan Variety Group a holding breakfast morning on Sunday, November 12, from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. in the Rathangan Bar. The Full Irish Breakfast just five €. Proceed towards our 2018 Production of Sister Act.
RATHANGAN HOUSING
The homes are not yet fully let so we are still open for inquiries and interest from anyone considering a move. Further information from members of the committee or at the parish hall or call Willie at 086 8106672.
YOGA CLASSES
Yoga class in Rathangan Hall will resume on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Suitable for beginners and improvers. €10 per class or five classes for €40. Contact Julie at 087 1250720 for details. Please bring a mat. Fastnet Monthly Mega Money Draw: Our Monthly Mega Money winner was Tommy Walsh winning €425 in our October draw. Envelopes are now available for our next draw from all players and all leading local retailers. Your support is appreciated.
CRAFT AND DESIGN CENTRE
New opening times at the Forge Craft and Design Centre Baldwinstown: Thursday and Friday 9.30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 9.30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pop in for coffee and cake.
COMMUNITY DRAMA
Following on from public meeting in Tomhaggard Social centre it was agreed that the workshops will take place on Thursdays 7.30-9 starting November 9. Anyone interested in any area of drama, acting, directing, backstage are welcome to attend. The course is being funded by Creative Ireland.
CHURCH NEWS
Mass Times. Tuesday 7.30 p.m. Thursday 9.30 a.m. Saturday 9.30 a.m. and 8.15 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.
Dates for your Diary Ballymurn Parish Gathering will take place on Sunday, December 3, in Ballymurn Hall.
YOUTH CLUB
Ballymurn Youth Club every Friday night in the hall from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Don’t forget Disco November 10.
BINGO
Bingo every Monday night in the Anvil Ballymurn at 9 p.m.
GAA NEWS
Congratulations to our intermediate hurlers who beat Monageer in the Co semi-final replay in extra time in Wexford Park.
They now play St Anne’s in Wexford Park next Saturday in the county final. Please come out and support the team. Hard luck to our junior hurlers who lost out to Adamstown last weekend in the replay of the county final which also went to extra time. Club Gear Anyone interested in club gear or half zips for Christmas etc, contact John Cummins for any orders in the next two weeks.
PENNY BANK
Penny bank collections every Saturday and Sunday in the hall after Masses.
DEEPEST SYMPATHY
Sincere sympathy of the community is extended to the Bishop family on the tragic deaths of Martina’s brother Syl and sister Ann. May they rest in peace. Also to the Prendergast family on the death of Billy Osborne Carnew and to Nick and Margaret Byrne and family on the death of Nick’s mother Patrica Byrne Kilmore RIP
KNITTERS KNATTERS
Ballymurn Knitters would like to invite you to a Christmas craft demonstration by Anne Doran on Wednesday, November 15, in the club room of Ballymurn hall at 11 o’clock. Everyone welcome. For more information please contact 087 274027.
BIRTHDAY
Congratulations Congratulations to Breda Redmond Ballylucas, who celebrated a very special this week.
PIONEER NEWS
The Pioneer social dinner is on November 24 in the Riverside Park Hotel, This will be preceded by Mass for deceased members at 6.15 in the same venue. For more information or tickets contact 053 9138190.