AROUND THE DISTRICTS
Adamstown SYMPATHY
The death occurred on Wednesday, August 29, of Philip Doyle, Breezeleigh, Forth Mountain and formerly of Breezemount, Adamstown. To his wife Brigid, sons Paul, Philip and Frank, brothers Frank, Jim, Paddy and Ger, sister Nell and all the extended family our deepest sympathy. Philips funeral Mass was celebrated in St Catherine’s Church, Murrintown with burial in the new cemetery, Murrintown. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
CARDS
The weekly ‘30’ card game continues in the community centre this Friday, September 14, at 9 p.m. Thanks to the ladies for the tea last week. Catering on Friday, September 14, will be Callie Doyle, Angela Furlong and Louise Furlong; catering on Friday, September 21, will be Marian Kelly, Catherine L Kelly, Catherine J Kelly and Mary Fortune; catering on Friday, September 28, will be Eleanor Smyth, Emma Staunton and Bernie Conway; catering on Friday, October 5, will be Breda Whelan, Deirdre Whelan and Bessie Fortune. Proceeds going to parish funds.
Card winners on Friday were: James Handrick, Mick Bolger, Terry McDonald, Pat Byrne, Tom Rochford, Pat Quinn, Paddy Finn and Richie Murphy.
ANNUAL PATRON
Our annual Patron Mass and blessing of the graves took place recently in St Abban’s in lovely sunshine. After a dull start to the day, the skies cleared to give a fine afternoon. There was a very large attendance and what a wonderful display of flowers throughout the entire cemetery. Mass was celebrated in St Abban’s Church by Fr Odhran Furlong, assisted by Fr Moynihan and Fr Jim Furlong.
A sincere thanks to the Cemetery Committee for their traffic management and support and help in making the Patron Day so easy for those who came to remember their deceased family and friends. Thanks to the choirs for the lovely hymns, the readers, to our own Eucharistic ministers and two from Raheen, who helped out, the servers, to Saunders Sound from whom the sound system was hired and which made such a difference to those who remained at family graves during the celebration of Mass. Finally to Cait and Joe for their continued help for all occasions in St Abban’s.
Fr Nolan was remembered in prayer for a speedy recovery to health. A heartfelt thanks from the Cemetery Committee for the generosity of so many people who attended the patron, in donating €3,094 for the continued upkeep of the cemetery. Many thanks.
COLÁISTE ABBAIN NEWS
Coláiste Abbain reopened and welcomed back all their students, in particular the first year students 53 in total, they sincerely thank the tutors, timetabled teachers and Meitheal Leaders, who invested a lot of time enabling these students to make a smooth transition from Primary school. Feedback from parents has been fantastic and students are looking forward to sampling their subject options. As always the canteen is a very big hit with the first years.
NOTICE OF AGM
Notice is hereby given that the annual general meeting of Raheen Community Development Group Company Ltd by Guarantee will be held in Raheen Parish House on Thursday, September 20, at 8 p.m.
We are now seeking nominations from the local community, for consideration at our Company AGM to replace retiring directors. If you would like to be considered for election to the board, nomination forms are available at reception.
For further information you can contact any of the current directors or phone 051 428805. We would like to take this opportunity to thank the retiring directors for their contribution to the project during their time with the board and we wish them well in the future.
VOICE KIDS UK
We would like to wish Evan Roche and Ciara Smyth the best of luck as they await their results from the Voice Kids UK auditions.
DANCE THANKS
What a brilliant night was had in St Abban’s Hall on August 24 for the parish fundraising dance for Sr Helen Delaney to help with her work with the poorest in Uganda.
There was a great atmosphere with everyone in good form. The maple floor was as good as it was the 50’s. It was such a pleasure to see the dancers enjoying themselves. So many people were interested in Danny’s posters and photographs. Well done, Danny. Thank to Philip English for a great nights entertainment.
A sincere thanks to our sponsors for the 14 door prizes: sponsors included – Molloy’s SuperValu, Adamstown Pharmacy, Cullens Gala, Matty Wall, Mary J, Nick and Eileen Walsh, FGF Swarting, Philip English.
Lucky prize winners were Becky Kelly, Emer O’Gorman, Pat O’Leary, Tina Whelan, Cillian Stafford, Margaret O’Leary, Molly Jordan, Martin Kelly, Áine Egan, Niamh Dunne, Mary Jackman, John Whelan, Tony Sinnott and Donnie Doyle.
We would like to thank everyone who supported the night, bought tickets, gave donations, worked before during and after, and of course thank you all for the lovely food.
The total amount raised came to €3,165. Sister Helen will give an account of all who will be helped with the proceeds of our dance night. Every blessing to you all.
ICA GUILD NEWS
Adamstown ICA guild will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday next, September 12, at 8 p.m. It is our first meeting since the summer break and hopefully everyone has recharged the batteries and is raring to go. Competition on the night is ‘Sell it’ a mystery object, covered, will be placed on the table and you have to try and sell it without knowing what you are selling. The lady with the best sales talk will be deemed the winner. Should be a lot of fun. New members very welcome, come along and see what we get up to.
TEMPLESHELIN VINTAGE DAY
There is a Vintage Day at Bradleys, Templehelin on Sunday, September 16, at 1 p.m. Proceeds going to Wexford Hospice. Your support is very welcome.
ADAMSTOWN NS NEWS
Adamstown National School welcomes its new junior infants, Noel, Darragh, Daniel, Juan, Terry, Jessica, Tomas, Caoimhe, Mason, Oisin, Mia and Alice. We also welcome Hanry and Kieran to other classes. We hope they have a happy time in our school.
END OF AN ERA FOR WHELAN FAMILY
On Friday, August 21, Kathleen Rochford (née Whelan), Tomgarrow retired after 20 years from Postal Delivery Service, mostly in Camolin bringing to an end over one-hundred-and-thirty years of family service to An Post.
Beginning with her grandfather Bill Whelan, Adamstown, who was at 19 years old listed in the 1901 census as a postman and he continued unitl he retired at 65. Following on by Mick Whelan (Kathleen’s Father) who served as a postman in Adamstown and Ballywilliam for 27 years. Uncles Joe served in Camolin and Kevin served in Adamstown both with many years of service also.
As the Whelan family postal tradition comes to an end we wish Kathleen long life and happiness in her retirement.
Clonard LOTTO RESULTS
Clonard lotto results for Wednesday, September 5: winning numbers 10, 13, 16 and 18; no jackpot winner. 14 matchthree winners receive €46 each: P Lacey; David and Mary; W Nolan; Elaine Scallan; Nicole Galvin; Martin Lawlor; Mrs Flux; RN; Séamus Moloney; Anita Doyle; Jim Kelly; Ann Morris; Martina Gordon, and Aoife, David and Niamh. Jackpot for Wednesday, September 12, is €7,900.
CHURCH NEWS
Clonard Parish Bereavement Support: Sessions will begin with an Information Night on Tuesday, September 18, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Shamrock Room of the Parish Centre. All welcome to attend. If you wish to attend please contact 053 9123672 or 087 1008759. There is no cost, but donations are greatly appreciated.
Family Liturgy Group: Practice will recommence on Wednesday, September 12, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Family Mass will recommence on Sunday, September 16, at 10 a.m. All children who have completed senior infants are welcome to join. Contact Patricia at 087 9667848 for more information.
Centering Prayer: Contemplative Outreach Ireland welcomes you to join us on our Centering Prayer Retreats Saturday, September 15 (third Saturday of each month) in Clonard church from 10.30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact Stasia Redmond 087 22510226.
IRISH DANCING
Irish Dancing classes resume in Clonard Community Centre on September 10 and 11. Monday Children’s class four to 5.30 p.m. Tuesday Adult class 8 p.m. to 30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Beginners and advanced classes. Enquirers call 053 9123691 or 087 2387806, email gertw@esatclear.ie. No pressure for expensive dress or competitions.
HOSPICE COFFEE MORNING
Ireland’s Biggest coffee morning with Bewley’s is on Thursday, September 20, in Clonard Community Centre from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. All funds raised locally stay locally. Your support is greatly appreciated.
DEMENTIA CARE WORKSHOP
A free Dementia Care Workshop for family members takes place at Home Instead Senior Care Wexford, Office R9, Clonard Village Centre, on the following dates: Tuesday, September 11, 6.30 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Tuesday, September 18, 7 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. Wednesday, September 26, 8 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. To book your place call 053 9184042 or email fintan.duggan@homeinstead.ie. (Full workshop-one night-pick your night to attend)
IRISH DANCE CLASS
A Irish Dance Class will be held on Wednesdays at Northend at 5.15 p.m. It will cater for children age four and up from beginner to Championship Level. Contact 087 9838136 for more information.
CLONARD GAA
A clothes collection fundraiser for Clonard GAA Club is currently ongoing. If you need them collected please call Aidan at 087 6285254 or Mary at 087 9967925, also can be dropped off at the club house at training times. Your support would be greatly appreciated. We need all types of clothing, curtains, bedclothes e.g. sheets, pillowcases, duvet covers, shoes and handbags.
Congratulations to K Hayes on winning the split-the-pot draw. Seller was Marlowe Cleaners. Envelopes for our next draw are on sale now. Thanks to all for supporting us weekly. Split-the-pot now available online at clonard. ie.
LADIES FOOTBALL
Well done to ClonVols Senior women as they won the Senior Shield last Saturday morning V St James in Taghmon. This proved to be a tough game but the town women dug deep in the last quarter to secure the win on a narrow score line of 2-5 V 2-7.
On Sunday evening the junior women took on Naomh Eanna in the shield semi-final in Clonard, it took ClonVols about 20 minutes or so to get into the game which gave the Gorey girls the lead at half time however, the town girls found their mojo and took off producing some excellent scores which resulted in securing their place in the Shield Final V Clongeen, date to be confirmed.
The under-14 Pink team play Bannow in their Sheild final on Wednesday at St Anne’s pitch at 6.30, team to meet at Clonard Church at 5.20. Plenty of support is needed for this young team.
An under-11 Blitz has been organised for September 22 as part of the European Week of Sport, ClonVols have invited Ranelagh Gaels Dublin, Shamrocks, Sarsfields and Shelmalier girls’ teams to join us on the day. This Blitz will focus on fun and Participation for our younger girls, a great morning of fun football is promised for all.
Tickets are available from Chairman Ray Cullinane for the Ladies All Ireland Final on Sunday 16th, this is the highlight of the ladies football calendar and is always a great sporting day out.
Thank you to everyone who supported summer fundraising draw. Winners as follows: 1st Prize €100 Lidl Voucher, Cara McDonald; 2nd Prize €50 Hair Care Products from Philip Rochford, Andy Carty; 3rd Prize €50 Sports Voucher (Gemma Hayes Recruitment), Lucy Fitzgerald; 4th Prize Demalogical Facial with Beauty with Grace, Róisín Daly; 5th Prize Sue Murphy Personal Trainer Voucher, Eimear Hore; 6th Prize Umeg Tattoo Voucher, Christine Byrne; 7th Prize I Style Hair Voucher, Brian O’Connor; 8th Prize Hair Voucher with (Niamh Kelly), Chris Haughton; 9th Prize Golf for 2 Wexford Golf Club, Andy Carty; 10th Prize Wine, Premier Insurances, David Dempsey.
Massive thank you to our sponsors Philip Rochford, Gemma Hayes-Recruitment, Beauty with Grace, Sue Murphy Personal Trainer, Larry O’Connor Umeg Tattoo, Karen Turner, Niamh Kelly, Wexford Golf Club, Premier Insurances & Neill Carty of Think Print & Design.
Prizes can be collected at Clonard pitch on Wednesday evening at training. Congratulations everyone.
PEOPLE’S COLLEGE
The following courses take place week beginning September 17 in the SIPTU premises, O’Leary Road, Coolcotts. Phone 053 9146774. Email wexcountu@ gmail.com or on Facebook: The Peoples College.
Monday, September 17: Yoga 7 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. Introduction to Astronomy 7 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. Stained Glass Design (level 2) 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Tuesday, September 18: Basic Spanish (level 1) 6 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. Spanish (level 2) 7.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Creative writing 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Stained Glass Design (level 3) 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Wednesday, September 19: Genealogy 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Conversational Irish 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Stained Glass Design beginners 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Thursday, September 20: Italian 6 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. Italian (level 2) 7.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Basic Sign Language 6 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. Sign Language (level 2) 7.30 p.m. to 9 p.m.