AROUND THE DISTRICTS
Adamstown CONTACT DETAILS
Should any club, organisation or individual wish to include a notice in the Adamstown District notes please email annemarieoshea@gmail.com on our before Thursday of each week.
NEW PHONE NUMBER
Please note Raheen Family Resource Centre has a new direct phoneline at 051 442888.
FREE HEALTH CHECK
The Irish Heart Foundation is providing free Health Checks in their mobile unit which will be located at Adamstown Community Centre on Thursday, November 1, and Raheen Family Resource Centre on Friday, November 2, from 10.30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. The Health Check includes blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar. Booking is essential and the checks take half an hour to complete. For further information or to book please contact 051 428805.
MASSES FOR HOLY SOULS
The November Masses for Holy Souls will take place as follows. Monday the 19th – Tomgarrow, Misterin, Rathkyle, Adamstown and Coolnagree. Tuesday the 20th – Oldcourt, Brocurra, Doononey, Woodview Drive. Wednesday the 21st – Newtown, The Leap, Knockreigh and Coonogue. Thursday the 22nd – Kellystown, Chapel, Raheenduff, The Barracks. Friday the 23rd – Glenour, Ballyvergin, Rathsilla and Fairfields. May they rest in peace.
Each evening we will gather in St Abban’s Oratory at 7.30 p.m. All present will receive a candle, which will be left lighting before the Blessed Sacrament. Please return your envelopes as soon as possible. You are welcome every night or any other night.
CARDS
The Weekly 30 Card Game continues in the community centre this Friday, November 2, at 9 p.m. Thanks to the ladies for the tea last week. Catering on the night will be Angela Dooley, Elizabeth Doyle and Maria Carty. Cateringn Friday, November 9, will be Catherine Moore, Kathleen O’Connor, Nancy Walsh and Tina Whelan.
ICA NEWS
The bowling tournament takes place in Leisure Max on November 16 If anyone is interested in travelling to Manchester for Christmas Shopping a bus will be organised depending on interest. The trip is for two nights and includes B&B with return coach and boat for €189 p.p.s. Art classes are to commence soon which are also open to non-members. New members are always welcome and the next meeting will take place on Wednesday, November 14.
CROSS COUNTRY EVENT
Adamstown Athletic Club will be hosting the Leinster Uneven Ages Cross Country in Adamstown on Sunday, November 11. We would appreciate any help on the day so if you can work or contribute e.g. making sandwiches, buns, car parking, track stewards, officials, shop-keepers please contact Marie at 087 6675182. Proceeds will go towards the new outdoor gym at the community centre which will be available for everyone in the community to use.
SYMPATHY
Our sympathy is extended to Mary and Jack Galway, Tomgarrow, Adamstown on the death of Mary’s Mother Anastasia Sinnott of Coolroe, Clonroche. Beloved mother of John, Michael, Catherine and Mary and sister of the late Pat, James Michael and Laurence. Our sympathy also to her many relatives, friends and neighbours. Anastasia’s funeral Mass took place on Monday, October 22, in St Clement’s Church, Cloughbawn with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
JOHN O’BRIEN R.I.P.
Our sympathy is extended to the family of John O’Brien, Oldcourt, Adamstown whose death took place on Monday, October 22. Predeceased by his brothers Denis, Martin, Andy and sister Nita, John is sadly missed by his sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended friends, relatives and neighbours. John’s funeral Mass took place on Thursday, October 25, in St Abban’s Church, Adamstown with burial in the adjoining cemetery. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Bree-Galbally NEW BREE WEBSITE
The website www.bree.ie is now up and running under the auspices of Bree Community Development Group. The website content is dependent on input from all the groups and organisations in Bree Parish.
Groups and organisations should have received an email about the content for their page and if anything is unclear please reply to the email or contact info@bree.ie If businesses would like to be listed on the site, please email with info on the following: Company Name, Contact Person, Phone Number and Website (if applicable) as well as a brief description of the business. Anyone working in the creative/arts field should also contact us and a section on health and Wellbeing will be added shortly.
This website is a work in progress and Bree Community Development Group would appreciate your input to bring this together. The group is very grateful to Annette Brennan (née Bolger) for her work on this project.
COMMUNITY CENTRE AGM
The AGM of Bree Community Centre will take place on next Monday, November 5, at 7.30 p.m. All organisations that use the centre are asked to be represented. This meeting will be followed by the AGM of the Bree Community Development Group at 8.15 p.m.
COMMUNITY PLAYSCHOOL AGM
The AGM of Galbally Community Playschool Committee will take place on Tuesday, November 20, at 8 p.m. in Galbally National School. Everyone is very welcome to attend.
BINGO
Bingo takes place every Tuesday at 9 p.m. in Byrnes of Bree. Jackpot this week is €350 and will continue to rise till it’s won. All are welcome on the night and money raised will be split half and half between Bree Youth Club and Bree Utd.
SPORTS/LEISURE CLUB 30TH
The committee of Galbally Sports and Leisure Club would like to invite you to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the opening of the hall taking place on December 8 in the Sports and Leisure Club. It promises to be a spectacular night with entertainment including music, dancing, and storytelling with instrumental pieces and ballads. Licensed Bar on night. Free entry. Strictly over18s only.
BREE AC
Outdoor Training takes place on Mondays and Wednesdays in the lower GAA field from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. for all athletes over eight years of age. Best wishes to all those taking part in the Leinster Championships in Adamstown on November 11.
CAIM
Duffry Lotto Match three winners were Eamonn Doyle, Alan Spillane and Anna Roban. Numbers drawn were 3, 23, 26 and 27. The jackpot is now €4,300. The next draw will be in Jordans on Tuesday, October 30, at 9.30 p.m.
WEDDING BELLS
Congratulations to Michael Cooper and Mary Buckley, who were married in Caim last Friday followed by reception in the Riverside Park Hotel.
ADORATION
Adoration continues in Caim Church on Mondays. All are welcome to participate.
MUSIC CLASSES
Music classes will commence in Caim hall on Thursdays from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. For further information contact Deirdre or James at 087 6880036 or 086 8486989.
MEN’S SHED
Caim Men’s Shed meets on Wednesday nights from 7.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m.
Clonard LOTTO RESULTS
Clonard lotto results for Wednesday, October 24: winning numbers 4, 15, 22 and 24. Congratulations to jackpot Winner Jenny Byrne, who receives €11,800. Seller B Cleary receives €1,180. 17 match-three winners receive €38 each: Jackie Byrne; Matt and Denise Murphy; Linda Scallan; Audrey and Kevin; Jazzer and Audrey; Sheila Byrne; Paddy and Margaret; Samantha Moran; Ann Hynes; Dee and Mary; Bridie Doyle; Geraldine Lennon; Frank Ryan; Dom O’Rourke; Noeleen Cleary; Carol Fox, and Mrs S Rossiter.
Jackpot for Wednesday, October 31, is €4,000. Tickets are €1.50 at the parish office or any promoter. 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 on clonardparish.ie or Facebbok.
CHURCH NEWS
All Saints: Thursday, November 1. Vigil – Wednesday, October 31, at 7 p.m. Thursday, November 1, 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. November Pious List: The Pious List is available in your box of envelopes or at the back of the church.
Memorial Service For the Faithful Departed: All are very welcome to attend the annual Clonard Parish Memorial Service in Clonard Church at 7 p.m., on Sunday, November 4, to remember and pray for our Faithful Departed. The service will be accessible on Parish Radio at 92.9 FM.
SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE
Wexford General Hospital is holding their service of remembrance at Clonard Church, Wexford on Friday, November 16, at 7.30 p.m. – this is an annual event. The service of remembrance is particularly intended for families and friends of those who died at Wexford General Hospital over the past year. However, the service is also open to anyone who wishes to attend.
CHRISTMAS FAIR
The Clonard Christmas Fair will be on December 8 and nine from 2.30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Stalls available. Book and pay by November 2 to avail of a €5 discount. One day – €30, Early bird €25. Two days – €45, Early bird €40. To book or for more information contact Karen at 053 9123672.
We are looking for unwanted gifts for the Wheel Of Fortune, books for the book stall and bricà-brac in good condition for the Christmas fair, no broken items please. If you have items you would like to donate please drop them off in the community centre from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
WEXARA NEWS
Next general meetingis on Wednesday, October 31, at 2.30 p.m. in Clonard Community Centre.
FAB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
FAB Community and Family Resource Centre are holding their annual general meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, November 28, at 4.30 p.m. in the FAB premises. All are very welcome to attend. We would love to see you there.
COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT
Clonfab Limited Community Employment Scheme have vacancies for four Childcare Assistants. All applicants must be eligible to participate on the Community Employment Scheme. Eligibility can be confirmed by Intreo or Jobpath Advisor. Contact Clonfab Limited at 053 9147782 or email clonfab@gmail.com for further information.
SVP SALE
The Saint Vincent de Paul Society will hold a Furniture and bric-à-brac sale in St Michael’s Hall, Thomas Street on Friday, November 2, from 10 a.m. – 12.45 p.m.
CLONARD GAA
There will be a Halloween Camp in St Joseph’s Community Hall on October 31 and November 1 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., cost €10. Book Now: Mary 087 9967925, Aoife 087 6902458.
Congratulations to Rory O’Connor on winning split-thepot draw, Seller was his Mother, Margaret. Our next draw is Tuesday, October 30. Envelopes are on sale now. Thanks to all for supporting us weekly. Split-the-pot now available online at clonard. ie.
The club sends votes of sympathy to the Beary family of Belvedere Grove on the death of their father Danny, he was always there on the bank to cheer the club on, he will be sadly missed. May he rest in peace. Also to the Bradley Family on the death of their mother Mary Bradley (née Keating) of Liam Mellows Park and late of White Rock Hill may she rest in peace.
Oylegate LAUNCH OF PARISH JOURNAL
The launch of the Oylegate-Glenbrien Parish Journal will take place on Saturday, November 17, at 8.30 p.m. in Oylegate Community Centre. Details to follow later.
CRAFT FAIR 2018
The annual Craft Fair will be held in Oylegate Community Centre on Sunday, November 18, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tables €20 each. Refreshments available. Exhibitors from Oylegate-Glenbrien Parish will be given first preference.
Parish Exhibitions must be booked by Tuesday, November 6, as after that all remaining tables will be open to all. A certain number of tables will be assigned for Student’s Mini companies and again first preference will be given to students from Oylegate-Glenbrien, who should book before November 6 or else places will be given to others. To book a table please phone 087 4187674.
ALL STAR
Congratulations to Séamus Casey, who was selected to the all-Ireland under-21 GAA team. Well done, Séamus.
REMEMBRANCE OF DEAD
The annual November Mass in remembrance of our dead will take place on Saturday, November 3, at 6.30 p.m.
OYLEGATE FOLK GROUP
Oylegate Folk Group are inviting new members to join them (singers and instrumentalists). If you are interested please contact Maura at 087 9332717.
THURSDAY BINGO
Bingo every Thursday night in Mernagh’s Lounge, Oylegate at 9 p.m. The next 10 weeks raffle are in aid of the Glenbrien Church Funds. Please come along and support this cause while having a fun night out. A great excuse to catch up with friends while fundraising at the same time.
SUNDAY BINGO
Bingo continues in the Slaney Inn on Sunday nights at 8 p.m. with many cash prizes on offer. Oylegate United are the local charity currently benefiting on the night and would like to invite all interested to come along for a great night, and all support would be greatly appreciated.