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ICA GUILD
Carrig-on-Bannow ICA guild has been in existence for the past 54 years. Down through the years we have been involved in a lot of work in the parish ie senior citizen parties, The Sunshine Club, and fundraising events for same.
Due to declining numbers the guild is in danger of closing. As the ICA is part of our culture it would be a shame to see it finish.
Therefore we are appealing to anyone interested in joining to come along to our next meeting on Monday, September 10, for further information contact any members of the ICA or Mags at 086 3399975.
SOCIAL DANCING
Dancing continues in Tír na nÓg every Thursday night with music this Thursday, July 12, by Delta Dawn, July 19 by South Bound and July 26 Pat Daly from Cork. All proceeds from the dancing are in aid of new handball building fund and refreshments served.
MUSIC FESTIVAL
The Tullicanna Music Festival takes place on Sunday, July 15, at Stafford’s of Tulicanna, from 5 p.m. Come along and enjoy an array of musicians and also a barbecue and colcannon served also, all proceeds will go to MS Wexford.
PHIL MURPHY WEEKEND
This year’s Phil Murphy weekend will take place from Thursday, July 26, to Sunday, July 29 – more details later.
GRANTSTOWN NEWS
Upcoming Events in Grantstown Community Village – Tuesday the 10th: Pottery Class/ Cards/Sonas in the morning and Pongo in theafternoon. Wednesday the 11th: Pongo/ Reiki in the morning and Shuttleboard/Games in the afternoon. Thursday the 12th: Pongo in the morning and yoga with Julie in the afternoon. Don’t forget you can find all of this information on Facebook.
Treatments Available In Grantstown Daycare Centre – Tuesday the 10th: Chiropody from 9.30 a.m. and Hairdressing from 10 a.m. Wednesday the 11th: Reiki from 10 a.m. Thursday the 12th: Chiropody from 9.30 a.m. Counselling from 1 p.m. Phone 051 561016 to make your appointment for the treatments.
Bingo News: Grateful Thanks to everyone who attended our bingo in the centre on Tuesday night last. The place was packed to the rafters. We raised €609 for daytrips and treats for the clients here at Grantstown Daycare Centre. Thanks to all our staff who organised and ran the bingo and a special thanks to Mary Quirke, who was also Bingo Caller on the night.
Knock Outing: Fancy going on a trip to Knock? Well, there’s an outing going on Friday, July 27, to Saturday, July 28. The cost is €130 all inclusive. For details contact Betty at 087 9057391 or Stella at 087 6568207.
Stop Food Waste Challenge: Huge THANKS to Betty Kehoe from the Environmental Protection Agency, who gave us a series of talks on how to reduce food waste. The clients here at Grantstown Daycare Centre learned a lot and enjoyed hearing of the old recipes like Bread and Butter Pudding.
Creative Communities Programme 2018 Art Class: Working with Clay Course starting Tuesday, July 10from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and every Tuesday after for.
10 weeks in Grantstown Daycare Centre. The classes are free of charge as they are funded by Wexford County Council. If you are interested in joining, phone us at 051561016.
DANCE THANK YOU
The board of management of Ballymitty National School would like to extend a huge Thank You to all who supported and attended the recent dance held in Carrig Community Centre. A total of €2,090 was raised on the night, this will be used for our new Autism Class starting in September. Thanks again to everyone who helped to make the night such a success.
GAA CLUB NOTES
Lotto draw – this Tuesday evening with a jackpot of €6,200 to be won. Tickets are only two euro each and can be purchased from Carrig post office, Seabreeze Drycleaners, Doyle’s pub, Tír na nÓg, Staffords Tullacanna and from any Club Officer down in the complex.
We had no winner in the June draw of the Model County. Many thanks to all who bought and supported the club in the draw.
The sixth annual Pat Neville golf classic takes place on Friday, July 20, in St Helen’s Rosslare. Please contact Paddy Hannon 087 2563472 or Donal McLoughlin 087 9175010 for tee times.
Well done to Jack Donohoe, who was on the Wexford Minor Football squad and won against Carlos.
Our Cúl Camp will take place in Grantstown from July 16 to July 20. You can book online or through your trainer.
As you can see over in Grantstown the new signs are being put up around the pitch. We also have obtained two new dug outs for the new pitch. Many thanks to Billy Waters and the Commettie, who got the ball rolling on this project and to everyone who contributed in any way and also to all our wonderful volunteers who worked in the dead heat on Saturday last. Pictures on our Facebook page.
The junior ladies’ football team travelled to Davidstown for a tough match championship match on a sunny Tuesday evening last. Final score B/B 3-2 d/t 2-13.
Check our Facebook page and Twitter account for all matches and results during the week.
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
There are still a few seats left on the bus for this year’s annual Historical Tour. The tour only costs €30 { excl dinner } and the bus leaves Ballymitty school car park at 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 14, Enquiries and bookings can be made by contacting 087 0925853 { Kevin } or 086 8469131 { Anne }.
The tour will visit Woodstock House Inistioge, Gowran Church and Walsh distilleries Royal Oak Carlow (a whiskey tasting experience is included). So book a place now and take advantage of our wonderful summer weather.