GlynnBarntown
COMMUNITY GAMES
Glynn-Barntown Community Games are hosting a Fundraising table quiz to raise much needs funds to ensure the future and development of Community Games in Glynn-Barntown.
The table quiz will be held in Declan’s, The Sycamore House on Friday, October 19, at 9 p.m.
The support of the community would be greatly appreciated (with both spot prizes and on the with night with teams of 4).
GLYNN NS
Fundraising: Glynn NS is delighted with progress in their fundraising to build a sports hall for the pupils in school. The fund currently stands at €112,000... It is a fantastic achievement for a small community and we are very grateful for the support. The board of management are in talks with the architect about plans. With the continued support of the parish for forthcoming fundraising events, the target will be reached. Please support split-the-pot. Envelopes available in school, Paddy’s shop, Butler’s post office, Beauty by Grace, Mace Killurin, Marty B’s, Declan’s, Larkin’s Cross, Honey Blonde Salon, Mace Crosstown.
Past pupils or parents can support our fundraising by going to the school website glynnns. scoilnet.ie.
Split-the-pot: Congratulations to Liudmila Strainiene, who won €221 in the tenth split-the-pot. The next draw will be on Monday, October 15, in the school.
COISTE NA NÓG
Our under-15 footballers will have to do it all over again. The result from their semi-final v Fethard at the weekend was 1-11 apiece after extra time. Well done boys and good luck in the replay on Wednesday, October 10, at 7.30 p.m. in Taghmon.
Well done to the Glynn-Barntown boys who competed in the Dicksboro under-10 charity hurling tournament last Saturday in Kilkenny. They represented their club with pride in the competition which featured many teams from outside the county.
SENIOR GAA
We wish our junior hurlers the very best in their semi-final v Naomh Eanna.
CLUB LOTTO
Club lotto Numbers Wednesday, October 3: 1, 6, 8, 14. No jackpot winner. Four matchthree winners – Fiona and Albert Walsh, Noel and Catherine McCarthy, Aidan and Aideen Buckley and Bridget Kent. Next draw will be on October 17. Jackpot now €5,200
DEVELOPMENT DRAW
And they’re off. It was all systems go down in ‘The Hub’ this week as our countywide Development Draw got under way. A convoy of cars went out the gate each evening, full of eager sellers, each on missions to reach their ticket targets. Meanwhile ‘The Hub’ remains ticking away nicely under the watchful eye of tea staff, mapping experts and the ticket-prepping team. Our thanks to all who helped out in any way – lets keep the momentum going.
PITCH REDRAINING
The autumn weather has been very kind towards our top pitch development and in no time at all we are back to a green surface. It looks fantastic but needs plenty of care at the minute to allow the soil and new grass to settle in.
LADIES FOOTBALL
Hard luck to the under-14 green team who lost the shield final on Monday night to St Martin’s in St Patrick’s Park in Enniscorthy. A good nurtured and sporting match was on display. That’s a wrap for the competitive season for the under-14s-well done all.
PARISH MEETING
Thanks to those who attended the meeting last Monday in Glynn. A wide ranging discussion was had and it is hoped to give a period of reflection now till the next meeting, which has been arranged on November 1 at 8.30 p.m. Participants are asked to give thought to the matters raised and to consult with others before this meeting.
SPLIT THE POT
Our latest split-the-pot winner in aid of Barntown Parish, is Tom Purcell. Tom bought his ticket in the parish office and now has an extra €155 in his pocket. Congratulations, Tom. Envelopes available – as always – in the Barntown parish office, C & D Providers, Clonard Laundry Services, O’Brien’s Londis, Mary Jo’s, The Saucy Butcher and Joyces Expert and our newest venue Wexpartz. Many thanks for your continued support.
NEW VENTURE
Best wishes to Pádraig and Ann-Marie with their new restaurant venture in Barntown. For information or to make a booking visit sebz.ie or call 9134016. Opening hours Wednesday to Saturday 12.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday Lunch midday to 4 p.m.
READERS/EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
The rotas for readers are posted in the porches of both churches. We currently seek additional readers for 7 p.m. Mass in Barntown. Please include your name on the clipboard at the envelope stand in Barntown should you wish to volunteer. Eucharistic Ministers are also required for Glynn and Barntown. Many thanks to all those who are currently involved.
BARNTOWN HERITAGE GROUP
Barntown Heritage Group have recently formed as a group which consists of a number of local volunteers. We are all about promoting and developing awareness of the huge depth of history within Barntown from famous events, historical structures and local people.
To achieve this we hope to work on a number of projects each year. At the moment we are working on resurrecting the Three Rocks Trail. This trail takes you through a historical journey of the famous three Rocks 1798 battle which was a huge part of the 1798 rebellion.
We will be adding information about our group’s plans and progress on the Barntown.ie website. We are always looking for anyone interested in getting involved and would be delighted to hear from you. Please send an email to barntown.ie@gmail.com or for more info contact Anne at 089 4316353.
COMMUNITY CENTRE
Following some redecoration, Barntown Community Centre is now open for bookings. Any group or individual wishing to book the hall or a meeting room can contact any of our committee members or Jimmy Dempsey at 086 3858429 who will be able to advise on available times.
SOCIAL DANCING
Learn to jive, waltz, Quickstep and many more. Social dancing classes have resumed in Glynn Hall on Monday, September 17, at 8 p.m. Beginners and advanced – all welcome.
Also classes commenced on Tuesday, September 18, and will take place every Tuesday evening in the Horse and Hound Inn, Ballinboola at 8 p.m.
NOTES CONTACT
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.