Adamstown
CARDS
The weekly ‘30’ Card Game continues in the community centre this Friday, April 20, at 9 p.m. Thanks to the ladies for the tea last week. Catering on Friday, April 20, will be Frances Gallagher and Mary J Furlong; catering on Friday, April 27, will be Angela Dooley, Elizabeth Doyle and Maria Carty. Proceeds going to parish funds.
Card winners on Friday, April 6, were Matt O’Neill, John Hanley, Tom Rochford, John Murphy, James Joyce, Patsy Byrne, Matt Sullivan and M Sullivan.
ADAMSTOWN LOTTO
The next draw in the Adamstown takes place this Friday, April 20, in the community centre. The ‘big’ money is still there to be won, do buy a ticket and give yourself a chance.
SOCIAL DANCING
The April dance will be held in St Abban’s Hall on Saturday, April 21. Music by T Bone Country, doors open at 9.30 p.m. to midnight, admission €10, including tea. Please support,
CONFIRMATION
On this Wednesday, April 18, Bishop Denis Brennan will confer the Sacrament of Confirmation on 40 children in St Abban’s Church at 11 a.m. Please remember the children and their families in your prayers.
ATHLETIC CLUB NEWS
The club will have their annual sponsorship run/walk on Sunday, April 22, at Dolly’s. All athletes can collect their sponsorship cards at training.
RAHEEN RESOURCE CENTRE
Day Centre – we offer older members of the community a social outlet and a place to meet in friendly and warm surroundings. The day centre is open every Wednesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please contact Moira if you wish to join or for more info at 051 428805.
Meals Delivery Service – affordable, healthy meals available to purchase every Tuesday for those living alone, recovering from illness and for anyone requiring a hot meal. Two course meals are available for collection from Raheen FRC and delivery in Raheen, Clonroche, Newbawn and Adamstown areas. Booking essential, please ring 051 428805.
THANKS
Thanks to all who made the Pat Byrne Memorial Road Run such a success. The sponsors, stewards, catering, staff at the college and everyone that helped. The proceeds will be handed over on Wednesday, April 18, at nine o’clock in the college. Annual Lourdes Draw
On Sunday last at 10.30 a.m. Mass the Lourdes Draw took place, the lucky winners were Dympna Bradley, Coonogue, Jim English, Glenour and Ethan Barron, the Leap. Congratulations to you all and we know you will have a wonderful time in Lourdes and remember all of us in your prayers.
SYMPATHY
Our deepest condolences to Paddy and Bridget English and family, Raheenduff on the death of Paddy’s sister, Eileen Quigley, Ballindoney, Ballywilliam, who died on Monday, April 2. To her family, relatives and friends our sympathy also. Eileen’s funeral Mass was celebrated in Christ the King Church in Poulpeasty with burial in the new cemetery, Poulpeasty. May she rest in peace.
Our deepest sympathy also to Tom and Ann O’Brien, Killegney, Clonroche on the death of their beloved son Jack on Tuesday, April 3. To his grandparents, Jimmy and Maisie Colfer and all the Colfer family, the Leap. Jack’s funeral Mass was celebrated in Christ the King Church, Poulpeasty with burial in the adjoining cemetery. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Clonard LOTTO RESULTS
Clonard lotto results for Wednesday, April 11. This week’s winning numbers 2, 14, 21, 24; no jackpot winner; five matchthree winners receive €130 each: Mary Maher; Gavin Donovan; Leighton Walsh; Valerie Dunbar, and Ann and Michael.
Jackpot for Wednesday, April 18 is €7,250. Tickets are €1.50 at the parish office or any promotor. Lotto draw takes place every Wednesday night at Clonard Bingo at 8.30 p.m. If you wish to join or be a promoter please call to the parish office to have it arranged. Results available at clonardparish.ie or Facebook
WEXFORD ICA
Our AGM will happen on Thursday, April 19, at 7.30 p.m. in Coolcoots Community Centre. We will have our Federation president Deirdre Connery present for the meeting. Please make sure and offer your services for the new upcoming committee. The competition on the night is a half apron and an article for the special occasions table.
LIFE AFTER LOSS
Are you experiencing the pain of loss? Clonard Bereavement Support Group would like to offer you an opportunity to Explore the journey of grief and loss; Seek understanding and support; Help find new meaning in the face of such loss on the journey from heartbreak to hope. Date: Tuesday, April 24, from 7.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Shamrock Room, Clonard Parish Centre. For further information please contact Clonard parish office at 053 9123672/087 1008759.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
An Open Public Meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous will take place in St Michael’s Hall, Thomas Street, Wexford, on Friday, April 27, at 8.30 p.m. This meeting is open to all and will include speakers from AA and Al-ANON the purpose is to provide information to individuals and/or their families who are concerned about the impact alcohol is having in their lives. The meeting will conclude with refreshments, tea and coffee. Details of meetings in Ireland can be found at alcoholicsanonymous.ie or by phone at 01 8420700.
SEWING COURSE
A four-week beginners sewing course is commencing on Wednesday, April 18, in Coolcotts Community Centre. Make a simple A Line Dress. Learn how to lay out and cut a pattern, insert a zip and much, much more. Cost €50. For further dDetails contact 053 9163831.
WEXARA NEWS
The April Lunch is in Wexford Golf Club at 1 p.m. Meeting in Clonard Community Centre on Wednesday, April 25, at 2.30 p.m.
CLONARD GAA
Clonard GAA Club fundraiser clothes collection Monday, April 16, at our pitch, drop off between 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. or call Aidan at 087 6285254 or Mary 087 9967925 if you would like them collected. All clothes, handbags, shoes, duvet covers, sheets, pillow cases, curtains, blankets, cushion covers, throws greatly appreciated. Congratulations to Jason Hennessey on winning €178 in split-the-pot draw this week, sold by Catherine O’Connor. Envelopes are on sale now. Thanks to all for supporting us weekly. Split-the-pot now available online at clonardgaa.ie.
GlynnBarntown SPLIT THE POT
Congratulations to our latest split-the-pot winner, Bridie Carroll. Bridie took home €84 for just a €2 envelope. Envelopes are available in the Barntown Church, Barntown parish office, C & D Providers, O’Brien’s Londis, Mary Jo’s, The Saucy Butcher, Joyces Expert, Butlers Killeens and the Sailing Cot. Good luck to all and many thanks for your continued support.
DANCING CLASSES
Learn to jive, waltz, Quick Step, Foxtrot and many more. Social dancing classes are on every Monday night from 8 p.m. in Glynn Hall, Killurin. €7 per person per class. Beginners and Advanced Contact Aileen at 086 8469443 for further information.
BADMINTON
Badminton every Thursday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Barntown Community Centre – all are welcome. Rackets and other equipment supplied. Please contact Jimmy Dempsey at 086 3858429 for any information.
CAMOGIE
Well done to our senior camogie team on their league win on Saturday evening in Bunclody. Final score: four – 12 Glynn-Barntown 1-4 Bunclody. Our scorers were Róisín Doyle 3-3, Aoife Barron 1-1, Laura Dempsey 0-3 (0-1 free), Chloe Cashe 0-2 (frees), Patrice O’Gorman 0-2, Emma Sinnott 0-1.
The juniors continued the winning ways with an impressive win over Kilross Gaels on Sunday evening.
DISCO
The next Glynn Disco is Friday, April 27, 8.30.11 p.m. in the clubhouse. Due to rising numbers this is a FIRST AND SECOND YEAR DISCO ONLY Tickets on sale at €5 each in the clubhouse Saturday, April 14, at 10.30 a.m. or text 087 7858642 AFTER 11.15 a.m. to book (max two tickets ONLY per booking).
COISTE NA NÓG
Well done to our under-nines in their Shed League football games last Sunday in Monamolin. Our under-13 footballers were unfortunately defeated in the first round of the championship on Tuesday evening by St Anne’s despite a valiant effort. Well done to our minor footballers who beat Ferns on Monday evening.
REGISTRATION
Reminder that all children who want to play must be registered for insurance reasons. Forms can be downloaded from the club website and given to trainers in a clearly marked envelope. We can only play kids in blitzes, matchs etc who are registered and the season is now up and running. Thanks for your co-operation in this matter.
SENIOR GAA
Our Senior footballers got their championship off to a super start with a 5-11 to 3-6 win over Taghmon-Camross on Sunday in St Patrick’s Park. Our scores came from Shane Wilde (2-0), Michael O’Regan (1-1), Bobby Dempsey (0-4), Mark Fanning (10), Barry Doyle (1-0), Nigel Usher (0-2), Aaron Breen (0-2), Riogham Crosbie (0-1), and James Stafford (0-1). Well done, all.
LADIES FOOTBALL
Hard luck to our minor ladies’ football team who were defeated on Tuesday evening at home to Cushinstown. Though missing a number of players, the girls on duty performed with great credit and were unlucky not to have emerged victorious. Final score, 6-5 to 3-6. Well done all on a great team effort.
Well done to our under-12 ladies’ footballers who dusted off their cob webs on Thursday evening with a healthy win away to St Martin’s. A great start to what will hopefully be a great season for the under-12s.
Well done to Robyn O’Connor, Gráinne Ni hAilinn and Caitlin Garnett, who lined out with Wexford under-14 ladies’ football team in their drawn game with Laois last weekend.
CONTACT DETAILS
Please be advised of the deadline for District Notes. The People Office deadline is 2 p.m. on the Friday before publication. Notices for inclusion for the Glynn-Barntown area, should be emailed (before midday if possible) to hillaryobrien@eircom.net or alternatively, phone or text Hillary at 087 2028065.
Murrintown COMMUNITY CENTRE
Ongoing activities at Murrintown Community Centre are as follows.
Bingo – Mondays 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Bus pick up at usual points.
Taekwon-Do – Mondays and Wednesdays 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Contact Pat O’Rourke – 053 9145773.
Flutterby’s Theatre – Mondays 3.20 p.m. to 4.20 p.m. Contact Natasha/Nikki – 089 4601092.
Women’s Indoor Soccer – Tuesdays 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Contact Annemarie Kavanagh – 086 1700962.
Dance Fit Classes – Tuesdays 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. Contact Amanda Burke – 087 9713339.
Zumba – Wednesdays 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Contact Jaymee Duggan – 086 3367386.
Pilates – Thursdays 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Contact Elaine Dowling – 086 8431723.
Tai Chi – Thursdays 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Contact Natasha Flood – 087 9726396.
Children’s Yoga – Starting Wednesday, April 25, from 3.15 p.m. to 4.15 p.m. for eightto 12-year-olds. For more information please contact Adrienne Doyle 086 8348111.
Murrintown Community Centre has facilities for Squash, Badminton, Soccer, Volleyball and Basketball. The centre is also available for hire for children’s birthday parties. Please call the centre for details. For more information contact Murrintown Community Centre – 053 9139328 or email murrintowncommunitycentre@gmail.com.
We are in urgent need of volunteers for bingo on Monday Nights from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. (once every four to six weeks). Should you have some free time on a Monday evening and are willing to volunteer please contact the community centre at 053 9139328.
COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT
We are currently looking to hire a CE Worker for Murrintown Community Centre. For more information please contact Colette Kennedy (CE Supervisor) at 051 563038 or email southeastcom@gmail.com.
COMMUNITY GAMES
The Piercestown-Murrintown Community Games gymnastics competition takes place Sunday, April 21, at 5 p.m. in Wexford Gymn Club.
TALK FOR PARENTS
Andy Hargreaves, HSE Drugs Education Officer will give a talk to parents/guardians of students of Bridgetown College on Tuesday next, April 17, at 7 p.m. in the school – all are welcome to attend.