Kilmore
DAFFODIL DAY
A big thanks to everyone who supported daffodil day also to the business in Ballycogley, Bridgetown, Kilmore, Kilmore quay, Bridgetown college, Kilmore NS and Rathtangan NS who sold the daffodil flowers and pins. A total of €920 was raised.
LADIES’ FOOTBALL
Kilmore ladies’ Football club will host registration evening on Monday, April 23, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the GAA complex. Cost of registration: Adults €55, under-12 to Minor €40, under-10s €25 and under-eights €20, non-playing member’s €25. New members are welcome to come along and register.
TOMHAGGARD CENTRE
Ongoing activities at Tomhaggard Social Centre are as follows: Monday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Women’s Shed, 6 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. Kundalini Yoga; Tuesday 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Art; Wednesday 7 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. Cubs and Scouts; Thursday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Community Mosaic. Friday 10.30 a.m. to midday Tai Chi. Saturday 10 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. Beavers.
BALLYCOGLEY PLAYERS
Wishing the Players the best of luck as they take to the Stage in the all-Ireland Confined Drama Finals in Carnew on Tuesday. The whole community is behind you.
SCOUTS
All sections can finally get out of doors to do some scouting. They’re updating backwoods, tent pitching, shelter building and pioneering skills. Some more kindling available for sale in the centre when it’s open. Thank you Karen and Mick for donating the timber.
BRIDGETOWN HANDBALL
Many thanks to everyone who supported our Easter Raffle at Goff’s Centra Bridgetown. Congratulations to the winner of our shopping trolley full of goodies, Patricia Bates from the Hill.
Many thanks to our volunteers who helped out throughout the day, the event would not have been possible without you. Thanks also to Diane Goff and all at Goff’s Centra for facilitating the raffle.
STELLA MARIS CENTRE
Don’t miss this. Seán Keane plays the Stella Maris Centre Kilmore Quay on Friday, May 25. Traditional Irish, folk and even country and blues songs all lend themselves to his unique style and unforgettable voice. Ticket €25 from the Stella Maris Centre Or E-Mail manager@stellamariscentre.com.
Also Secret Life play the sounds and vision of David Bowie on Saturday, April 21, at 8.30. Tickets €10.
SYMPATHY
Condolences to the O’Brien family on the recent sudden passing of Eileen. Also to the Doyle family on the sad loss of William. May they rest in peace.
ACTIVE RETIRED BOWLING
Kilmore ARA had two teams competing in the county ARA bowling tournament over two days at Whites Hotel on Monday and Tuesday last. The Kilmore Seals team had a good tournament as they were placed third place overall just two points behind the winning two teams who tied at the top of the table. The Seals team comprised of Margret Howlin, Tom Dunne, Séamus O’Keeffe and Agnes Behan.
The Kilmore Gulls team meanwhile ended up in mid table and was represented by Joe Barry, Joe Bulmer, Anne Lawless, Noel Howlin and Frances Moore. It was an enjoyable two days of bowling, tired but happy. We will have bowling as usual on Tuesday the 17th in the Stella Maris Centre at 7 p.m.
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.
MUSIC EXTRAVAGANZA
A Music Extravaganza takes place at Stafford’s of Tulllicanna on Sunday, May 6, with music from 4 p.m. till late. This is a night not to be missed as there are a number of bands performing on the night with all proceeds from this unique event going to the Hope Cancer Support Centre, Enniscorthy. For more info contact 087 6386236.
Our Lady’s Island TABLE QUIZ
ATable Quiz will be held this Thursday, April 19, at 8.30 p.m. in the Farmers Kitchen, Drinagh. Tables of four €20 – in aid of Kilscoran Church Restoration. Coffee morning.
A coffee morning will take place in Tacumshane Old School on Sunday, May 6 – all welcome.
SPLIT-THE-POT
Congratulations to Lorna Sinnott on winning €135 in last week’s split-the-pot draw. Draw takes place in the community centre on Sunday after Mass.
DONATIONS SOUGHT
Now that spring is in the air, maybe you might be doing a bit of spring cleaning, please think of our own parish first. We would be very grateful for any items ‘New or nearly New’ and books for our second-hand shop in the centre. All proceeds go to our parish funds. Our helpers are all volunteers. Thank you to all who donated and supported us last year and helped us make a lovely sum for parish funds. You can contact Louise Morris at 087 2053305.
ICA NEWS
here was a good attendance at the ICA meeting in the Community Hall on Monday last. Sympathy was extended to the Kavanagh, Doyle and O’Brien families on their recent bereavements. The summer outing was arranged for June 5 going to the Japanese Gardens, National Stud and Kildare village, bus leaving at 9.30 a.m. Non-members welcome, contact Lila at 9131145.
Margaret Brosnan, Oylegate attended and gave a demonstration on how to make beautiful cards for all occasions. Eileen Rowe also came along later and treated us to some ‘chair Yoga’ moves which was enjoyed by all.
Our next coffee morning will be on Thursday, April 26. Lila won the competition and the evening was rounded off with a nice cuppa and treats.
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.
Piercestown ART EXHIBITION
The opening night for Piercestown NS annual Art Exhibition will take place on Tuesday, April 17, in the school at 6.30 p.m.
ARA CLUB NEWS
On May 29 there is a day trip to Malahide Castle and Gardens and visit to the lovely village of Malahide for browsing, Coastal Drive through Howth and evening meal in Glenview Hotel on way home. Cost per person includes coach, entry to castle and evening meal €60 per person. Contact Ann to book your place at 087 6677411.
FITNESS CLASSES
fun hi energy ‘pay-as-you-go’ Fitness classes continue weekly in the Scout Hall. Please call Amanda at 087 9713339 for more info.
TENNIS MEMBERSHIP
Membership of St Martin’s Tennis Club is now available for the year. Applications are invited for single/family/junior and student membership. All enquiries to 087 9266055.
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.
YOUR NEWS
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Taghmon Camross CAMROSS DRAMA GROUP
Following last week’s meeting, members will meet to read both 3-act and 1-act plays to plan for the coming months and drama festivals.
All are welcome to a reading on Tuesday April 24, at 8 p.m. in Caroreigh Old School. Like Camross Drama Group on Facebook for updates.
CLOTHES RECYCLING
Taghmon Camross Coiste na nOg are holding a clothes recycling collection on May 28, to raise funds for our underage teams. If all families could gather up 3-5 bags it would be of great benefit to this fundraiser. So, it’s time to get rid of all that winter clutter start planning now & we will update you with dates of nights that we can gather your bags. Please check out the clubs Facebook page for guidelines on which materials are acceptable.
ATHLETIC CLUB NOTES
Our athletes from Taghmon AC had a busy weekend with the last of the All Ireland Indoor championships on Saturday, the All Ireland spring Throws on Sunday and the Ferrybank AC open day in Waterford on Sunday.
Padraig Hore competed on both days. He finished 2nd in the Indoor shot putt on Saturday, then on Sunday came third in the All Ireland spring throws in the 1.75 kg discus with a new PB of 44.17m.
Aisling Kelly finished 4th in the All Ireland indoor long jump. Muireann Hore also competed on Saturday in the shot Putt where she threw well but unfortunately didn’t medal. Bronagh O Hanlon finished 5th in the All Ireland Spring Throws on Sunday.
A group of our athletes travelled to Waterford on Sunday Hannah, Orla, Grainne Roche Kelly. James and Irene Hanlon, Becky Cashing, Flora Doran, Caoimhe and Roisin Reveille, Kayleigh Butler, Izzy Aspel Mark Banville and Danny Doyle. They all performed very well but as always the competition was very high standard. James came first in walk and Hannah silver in 100m. Caoimhe got a pb in shot. A big thank you to Nash’s bus hire for their excellent service on the day.
CAMROSS ICA
Our last meeting was held on Monday, April 9, in Camross Hall. It was our AGM which was well attended by over 20 ladies. The ladies welcomed Mary D’arcy, Federation secretary, and her mother Maureen, who also attended our AGM Sympathy was extended to Breda Banville and Margaret O’Gorman for the recent passing of their aunt Clair Fanning. Also to Mary Kelly’s whose son-in-law recently lost his brother David. The ladies also wished Emma Shannon (Taghmon) a prompt recovery following her recent accident.
On behalf of all the ladies who attended the recent Irish Night, Dympna Kelly thanked all the musicians who took part in the event for a most enjoyable evening. Dympna also commended all involved with the recent production of the ‘Passion Play’ which was a great success. The Minutes secretary, the treasurer and the president gave their annual reports. Dympna then handed the chair to Mary D’arcy for our AGM.
There were a few changes to the committee as some ladies had been in their posts for three years. Mary Kelly replaced Dympna Kelly as our new president, and Dympna took on the role of Vice-president. Mary Nolan took on the post of Correspondance secretary as Breda Banville is also stepping down and is now our Produce Promoter. Berna Cadogan is our new Craft Officer. Margaret Nolan became our new Minutes secretary, replacing Margaret O’Gorman (Poulpeastry). Moiread O’Gorman is now our Timire (Irish Language Promoter). All other posts remaining unchanged. A big thank you to the ladies who are stepping down for their great work over the years. Mary Nolan congratulated the new committee and also Mary D’arcy for recently being elected as our new Federation president.
Delicious tea and scones were served by Margaret Nolan and Berna Cadogan. The winner of our monthly competition of the ‘nicest tulips in a clear vase’ was Dympna Kelly.
A few dates for your diary: April 29 – Federation Bowling Competition. April 30 – Federation AGM in Ferrycarrig. May 13 – Our annual Ann Power Walk will start from Camross Hall at 6.30 p.m. with refreshments served in the hall afterwards. May 16 – Our own annual tour.
Our next meeting will be at 8 p.m. on Monday, May 14, in Camross Hall. The monthly competition will be the ‘nicest neck scarf’ (any size, any material).
MUSIC EXTRAVAGANZA
A Music Extravaganza takes place at Stafford’s of Tulllicanna on Sunday, May 6, with music from 4 p.m. till late. This is a night not to be missed as there are a number of bands performing on the night with all proceeds from this unique event going to the Hope Cancer Support Centre, Enniscorthy. For more info contact 087 6386236.