Glenbrien

doors opening at 9 p.m. Music by Jimmy and Lar, tea and refreshments supplied. Please note change of venue.

RATHNURE PANTO

Rathnure Pantomime Society presents their Christmas Panto ‘A Fairytale Wedding: and You’re Invited. A show not to be missed. Call the Box Office now at 087 0687801 or 087 6954112 to book your tickets now. The show runs from December 10 at 6.30 p.m., December 11, 13, 14, 15 at 7.45 p.m., December 17 at 6 p.m., December 18 at 7.45 p.m., December 27 and 28 at 6 p.m., December 29 at 7.45 p.m. will be going to Clara Lara in the summer.

BREE MACRA NEWS

Congratulations to the ladies, who took the all-Ireland title recently, Bree Macra’s first all-Ireland Title in over five years. There were great scenes in Gormanstown as, roared on by their supporters, the team of Ciara McKelvie, Niamh Cloke Rochford, Justine Spratt Murphy, Shonagh Spratt Murphy, Johanna Wickham, Áine Doyle, Cait Doyle and Marie Doyle battled to a 2-0 victory over a strong Mountmellick team in their fifth match of the day.

Well done to the men’s team of William Spratt-Murphy, Stephen Donohoe, John Kehoe, James Parle, Daragh Byrne, Peter Doyle, Dean Murphy and Seán Parker, who despite not conceding a goal in the group stages, missed out on semi-final spot on goal difference.

A huge thank you to Brendan in Dicey Reilly’s in Peurto del Carmen, who kindly sponsored jerseys for the club, bringing an extra bit of luck all the way from Lanzarote. Brendan Byrne has played a major role in the survival and success of Bree Macra over the years and they are delighted with their new kit that will hopefully serve the club for many years to come.

Well done also to the Bree Macra Public Speaking Team, who represented the club with distinction at the all-Ireland Finals in Cavan. The team of Sarah Doyle, Cian O’Sullivan and Sinéad Doyle spoke excellently on their topic ‘Political Correctness is a Good Thing.’.

BREE AC NEWS

Bree AC registration for 2018 takes place at indoor training from 6.45 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday next, December 14. Registrations fees are €30 for adults, €25 for Bree AC members under-eight-19, €12 for all children U5-8 training but living outside the parishes of Bree, Davidstown and Cloughbawn (ie local Community Games area) and five euro for all children U5-10 only involved in athletics for Community Games. This Thursday will be our last Indoor Training Session before the Christmas Break.

Bree AC AGM took place in Bree Hall and officers for 2018 are chairman; William Spratt Murphy, secretary; Clare Doyle and treasurer; Una Doyle. The presentation of annual awards took place following the AGM; Athlete of the Year – Seán Rowley; John Godkin Award – Abbie Doyle: Bree ICA Award – Oisin Rochford; Peter Byrne Award – Darra Casey; Pat O’Leary Award – Katie Doyle; Tony Greene Award – Gracie Kehoe; Paul Kehoe Award – Aoife Cloke Rochford; Special Merit Awards – Ciara Laffan and Keira Wilson. John Everett; Daren and Anthony; T O’Leary; Michelle Ryan; Margaret Nolan; Doris; Mary O’Rafferty; Hilary O’Farrell; M+B+H+B; Joan McGuire; Marie Murphy; K Cousins, and Emme McGuire. Jackpot for Wednesday, December 13, €17,000. Tickets are €1.50 at the parish office or any promoter. Lotto draw takes place every Wednesday night at Clonard Bingo at 8.30 p.m.

CHURCH NEWS

The Advent Reconciliation Service will take place on Sunday, December 17, at 7 p.m. in Clonard Main Chapel. Visiting Priests in attendance.

WEXFORD ICA

Ladies it’s that time of year again, the party season has arrived and we are ready to rock’n’ roll. On December 14 in Coolcotts Community Centre will be hosting our Christmas party. Don’t forget your secret Santa present too.

There will music, singing, songs and food Go Leor so be sure to come along on the night, great craic will be had. Remember to wear your Christmas jewellery too, there may be a spot prize for the best piece. Can’t wait to see you all for a fun night out. There will be no craft night on January 4.

GUIDING UNIT

The girls are holding their annual carol service and raffle fundraiser for the Wexford oncology unit on Tuesday, December 12, at 7 p.m. in Clonard Church. Everyone Is Welcome. Tickets for the handmaid Christmas blanket and other prizes are €2 each and on sale from Michelle Goff or at the Carol service.

ACTIVE RETIREMENT.

Wexford Christmas party will be on Wednesday, December 20, at 1 p.m. in the Talbot Hotel. Four Course, Spots, Entertainment by ‘Noreen Colfer GROUP Please Note: There is no general meeting in December. Next general meeting will be January 31.

ARD AOIBHINN

Christmas coffee morning and cake sale in Clonard Community Centre on Friday, December 15, 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Christmas music, cake stall, raffle. Entry €5. Cake stall donations accepted on the day. Everyone welcome.

FAB CENTRE AGM

The FAB Community and family resource centre AGM will take place on January 22, at 1 p.m. in our office in Coolcotts shopping centre.

CLONARD GAA

Our annual general meeting this year is being held in the Clonard Community Centre on Tuesday, December 12, at 7.30 p.m. All old and new members are welcome to come along and be part of the club.

Congratulations to Jennifer Frayne on winning €200 in this week’s split-the-pot draw, seller this week was Centra, Whitemill Road. Next week’s envelopes are on sale now. Thanks to all for selling and supporting us weekly.

The club would like to send a vote sympathy to the Kehoe family on the passing of Monsignor Joseph Lory Kehoe may he rest in peace.

LADIES’ GAA

Clonard Volunteers Underage girls, parents, coaches and committee members will be holding a Carol Singing, fun festive fundraiser outside AIB Bank on Sunday the 17th from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., your support on the day would be much appreciated for these young girls who have worked very hard during the year.

Best of luck to all our secondary school girls as they both have very important games this week. The Loreto will play their Leinster Senior A final in Carlow on Thursday V Portlaoise and Presentation play their Leinster Quarter final on Thursday also in Bunclody.

The National Club Draw tickets are now available from all committee members, tickets bought before December 18 will be entered into an additional draw of 5x €100, along with the fantastic 20 other prizes available.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

The AA Glenbrien meet in the Holy Family school in Glenbrien every Saturday night at 8.30. If you would like to come along and join us please contact 086 8259150 for more information.

VILLAGE RENEWAL GROUP

The AGM will take place in the Old School centre on Tuesday, December 12, at 7.30 This is an open meeting and everyone is welcome to come along on the night This will be followed by the Glenbrien residents’ association A G M looking forward to seeing you there on the night.

TEXT ALERT

Thank you to everyone who has paid the subscription for the text alert service for the coming year. Any numbers not paid for have been removed from the service.

DEFIBRILLATOR

Glenbrien Text Alert Committee are in the process of purchasing a defibrillator for the community. Further details will follow in the coming weeks. If anyone is interested in doing a first aid training course please contact 087 9714323.

CHRISTMAS CONCERT

The Christmas concert will take place in the Old School centre on Friday, December 15, please come along on the night. Any children who would like to take part in the concert pleasecontact Charlene at 087 9668411 any time over this weekend. The concert will start at 8 p.m. agreat night of entertainment is guaranteed.

HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL

The children in the school held a Christmas Jumper day on Friday last and all donations made will go th Help the Homeless in Wexford.

Dont forget the cake sale, raffle, tea and chat in the Old School centre on Saturday evening and Sunday morning after Mass. Thanks to all for the donations.