Kilmacanogue
CHARITY CYCLE
Well done to local men Chris Heywood and Ivan Doyle, who raised money for two charities by cycling to the Merseyside Derby in time for kick-off last Saturday morning.
Ivan is from Kilcroney and Chris is that lovable Scouser that we have adopted here in Kilmacanogue these past 20 years. Ivan is a big Liverpool supporter while Chris loves the Blue side of Merseyside which is Everton so no better place to finish the charity cycle than at Goodison Park last Saturday for the derby game.
Chris is a barman in Brady’s of Shankill and all their efforts will benefit two very local charities in St Joseph’s Shankill and Shankill Old Folks Association. Between online sponsorship and sponsor cards, just over €5,000 has been raised.
The lads set off from Brady’s on Friday morning, got the Ferry over from Dublin and then cycled to Merseyside along with Mark Braid, who came down from Liverpool. Luckily all went well including the result of the match which finished 0-0 so no falling out after the game. Well done Chris and Ivan.
A big thank you also to the Support Car Driver Eddie Livingstone assisted by Odhran Doyle and Róisín Heywood with over 230km covered.
VARIETY SHOW
Warmest congratulation goes to Sarah Dalton, who celebrated turning 30 years young with a party for friends and family held in Plucks on Saturday night. A special mention comes from your proud parents Michelle and Dave (Dillo) and everyone in the community.Plucks Golf Society
The next outing will take place in Courtown GC this Saturday April 14, with a 11.30 Tee off time. The draw was held last Sunday night and is as follows Group 1 is Tom Creavin, Paddy Byrne (Snr), Robert Moore) (2) John Lyster, Cian Bermingham, Stephen Hourie. (3) Ray Lyster, Paul Murphy, Shay Quinn, Kevin Molloy (4) Greg O’Donnell, Damien Whelan, Trevor Carr, Brendan Finnerty (5) Brian Morgan, Shay Keane, Peter McKeown, Jim McGrath) (6) Jim Messitt, Eddie Byrne, Gerard Tuohy, Ed Mulligan) (7) Paddy Byrne (Jnr), Paul Dunne, Tom
This event will be held on Saturday, April 14, in the Courthouse Tinahely from 7.10 p.m. Browse our Slection of Pre-loved clothes, enjoy the fun. ‘Sack the Stylist’ event. Relax and enjoy a glass of wine or cup of tea or coffee. Tickets €6 available from Ann 087 3155784 or at the door. In aid of Kilcommon National School.
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
We are calling on the public, businesses and organisations in our community to come together for an open meeting on Monday, April 16, at 8.30 p.m. in the Courthouse Arts Centre, to help develop a plan for the 2018 Christmas Lights. If we are to continue enjoying Christmas Lights in Tinahely, then we encourage you to attend this meeting (or nominate someone to attend) and have your say. We would like to see as many people as possible come along to this meeting to share ideas and contribute suggestions.
We thank all the volunteers, donors, sponsors and supporters for giving so generously to the Christmas lights over the years.
KNOCK SHRINE
Kilaveney Parish annual pilgrimage
‘This year’s annual Chernobyl Walk organised by Jimmy Cullen and run in conjunction with the four A’s Hillwalking Club will take place on the morning of Sunday, April 15, starting from the church car park in Annacurra.
There will be a 10K walk, a 5K walk and a Family Friendly 2.5 Km loop of the Ciaran Shannon route. Registration is at 09.30 in the car park and costs €10. The walk starts at 10 a.m.
Runners are welcome. Dogs are not allowed on the event. Sponsorship cards and further information are available by phoning or texting Jane Cullen at 087 2703498 or by email to janecullen42@gmail.com.
Proceeds raised aid specific building projects in Chernobyl and all works are carried out by volunteers with the children of Chernobyl Foundation (Arklow Gorey Group)’
COOLLATTIN CRAFT FAIR
As part of the All-Ireland Drama Festival in Carnew there will be a Craft fair in Coollattin House this Sunday, April 15, from 1 p.m. till 5 p.m. Also tours of the house cost €5. Afternoon tea will be available for €7.50. Please come along and visit this fabulous house.
FAMILY TABLE QUIZ
Shillelagh Area Community Games Committee will be holding a family table quiz on Sunday, April 22, at 4 p.m. in Park View House Shillelagh to raise funds for our summer program. Entry fee €20 per table of two adults + four children. For further details find us on Facebook. Come along and get the grey matter revved up for the summer.