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Annacurra COMMUNITY PLAYGROUND
Thank you to everyone who joined us in the Woodenbridge Hotel for our Ladies Day Out. It was a fabulous day. A huge thank you to McMullans and Fayebella for sharing some beautiful style with us, to Nicola Dillon from Pure Beauty by Nicola and professional make up artist Catherina McAllister for sharing their make up tips and to Róisín Fitzgerald from Vale Beauty and Massage Boutique for skincare advice.
It was also great to have our talented local ladies Nicola Dillon, Catherina McAllister, Claire Newsome, Tracey Murphy, Ingliss Lawless, Amy Nolan and Casey Keogh use their expertise in our beauty pop up. Thank you to Marie Cullen for doing a great job as MC.
We also had great support from many, donating prizes and their time, so a big thank you to these which included; The Woodenbridge Hotel, The Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Conor Byrne Fitness, Paul Healy Fitness, Colette Ward Interiors, Love Beauty, The Cutting Room, Lisa’s Nails, Tinahely Pharmacy, William Gilligan – GS Audiovisual, DJ Joey, Marguerite Shannon, Little Sunshines Frames and Personal Designs, Sarah’s Boutique Candles at Russborough House, SimplyDesignCo Handcrafted Furniture, Sharon Keogh Blossom Hill Florist, Derek Kavanagh and SHE Boutique. Without all of your help, this day would not have been possible.
We hope everyone enjoyed the day as much as we did.
PATRON
The patron in Preban will take place at 7.30 p.m. on Friday evening. The patron in Annacurra will also take place at 7.30 p.m. on Sunday evening. There will be no 9 a.m. on Sunday morning.
GAA ACTION
The seniors are training away and nd playing practice matches getting ready for the champion championship.
Our sympathy to the Doyle family on Sheila’s passing. To the O’Neill and Doyle families on Jim’s passing and to the Byrne family on Margaret’s passing. May the rest in peace.
Lotto – Numbers drawn were 5, 9, 10 and 24. Jackpot Winner: Sharon Keogh, Rednagh Hill, who wins €3,250. Match-three winner: Jane Cullen, Annacurra; The Saltee; Geraldine O’Brien, Aughrim (win €100 each) Next Week’s jackpot €1,500.
WHIST
There will be a whist drive in Annacurra Community Hall on Saturday night next July 14 starting at 9 p.m.
PATRONS 2018.
Sunday, July 8, at 2.30 p.m. – Kilavaney; Friday, July 13, at 7.30 p.m. – Preban; Sunday, July 15, at 7.30 p.m. – Annacurra; Sunday, July 15, at 1 p.m. – Carnew; Sunday, July 15, at 2.30 p.m. – Tomacork; Sunday, July 15, at 2.30 p.m. – Kilcashel; Monday, July 16, at 8 p.m. – Macreddin Upper; Tuesday, July 17, at 8 p.m. – Macreddin Lower; Wednesday, July 18, at 8 p.m. – Rossahan.
NOTES
Items to be included in Annacurra notes can be emailed to annacurra@gmail.com or phoned to 083 3136925 by 9 p.m. on Sunday evening.
Aughrim LOTTO
The numbers 9, 10, 18 and 28 were drawn in the sports club lotto on Monday last, July 2, There were no match-three winners or jackpot winners. The jackpot is €2,100.
BALLINATONE FÊTE
Our annual Fête will be held in the grounds of Ballinatone Church on Saturday next, July 14, at 2.30 p.m. all the usual stalls, books cakes plants bric – a – brac and afternoon tea, Your support would be much appreciated.
CEMETERY MASSES
The annual Cemetery Masses and blessing of the graves will take place as follows: Upper Macreddin Cemetery – Monday, July 16. Lower Macreddin – Tuesday, July 17, Rosahane – Wednesday, July 18, All Masses are at 8.00.p.m. Please bring a small bottle of water and these will be blessed at the Mass for the blessing of the graves.
PHYSICAL THERAPY
John Murphy Physical Therapist will hold a clinic in Aughrim Community Complex on Mondays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. – I pm starting from July 16 For appointments phone 040466168/086 8545157/085 1620301.
WMOF ART EXHIBITION
The Church of the Sacred Heart in Aughrim now has the art exhibits for the World Meeting of families art exhibition, titled ‘Family Life in Ireland’ on display in our church.
ACTIVE RETIREMENT
As we are on our summer break at the moment, please be reminded of a few items planned for the Autumm. Chair yoga will resume in September. We plan to have a days outing on September 18 to the ‘Altmont Gardens in Carlow with lunch included. We also hope to have a break away in mid October, Venue and date to be confirmed.
MARKET
Aughrim Town and Country Market at the Pavilion every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy a relaxing sociable morning, catching up with friends and neighbours over a tasty breakfast/brunch or delicious home bakes with a choice of organic barista-style coffee. You will find a great selection of local organic fruit and vegetables, fresh farm eggs, jams, chutneys, home baked breads and cakes, fresh meat and lots more including aran knits and handcrafts. Visit the thrift shop, playground or enjoy a leisurely walk around the fishing lake... you may even catch a glimpse of the bowlers on the bowling green. For further details please contact Caroline at 086 0865838.
NOTES DEADLINE
Items to be included in the Aughrim notes should be emailed to aughrimnotes@eircom.net before 8 p.m. on Sundays. Do not send attachments.
GAA LOTTO
results for July 4: winning numbers 12, 14, 22 and 24; no jackpot winner. Two match-three winners: Keogh Grandkids c/o J Harper and Seán Warde, who each received €50. Seller’s prize: Mary Crean. The next draw takes place on July 11 when the jackpot will be €4,600.
ST PAT’S 50/50 DRAW
Winners for July 2: First €80 – Mary Burke c/o Finns; second €50 – Aimee and Leah Fox, Conary; third €30 – Leonard Doyle c/o M Brogan. Seller’s prize: Ben Tuke. Next Draw in Finns.
COFFEE MORNING
We are gradually reaching our target of €6,000 to build a house for a severely handicapped lady as part of of Sister Ann’s Mission in Haiti, but require one more effort to do so. A coffee morning is organised for Saturday, July 21, from 10.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. at Hillbreeze Snugborough, Barniskey (Cunninghams). Come and enjoy a cuppa and support Sister Ann in her work for the poor of Haiti.
CoolgreanyJohnstown VINTAGE CLUB
The Coolgreany Vintage Day will be held in Coolgreany on Sunday, September 9, plans for the day are advancing well so far, and it is hoped to have a very big response on the day with vintage cars and tractors of all vintage years on exhibit. The plan is to have auto jumble stalls and vintage dress also. Entertainment on the field will be provided by Stacey Breen with her lovely versions of old Country and Western Music.
All exhibits and trade stands must be on the field by midday, and all vehicles must have their own insurance. For further information Contact Seán 087 2076335, Geraldine 087 2038213, Alan 085 7299468. The Following are the Committee Officers: chairman: Dan Kennedy, Vice-chairman: Seán Kealy, secretary: Geraldine O’Rafferty, treasurer: Alan Flood.
The committee are appealing to anyone who has an interest in vintage cars or tractors to join our club, the membership fee is set at a very reasonable sum of €25, and everyone is welcome to join. Next meeting on next Wednesday evening at 8.30 p.m.
GYMKHANA
The annual Gymkhana will be held in Coolgreany on Sunday, September 23, and plans are advancing favourably for that day. This is always very worthwhile day out, with some lovely trophies and cups to be won, and also some very good prizes in the very popular Dog Show section.
TIDY TOWNS
The local community are making a very big effort to clean all roads around the village in preparation for the Tidy Towns competition judging. It is with all the local support that better results can be achieved when the adjudication is completed, and the committee are appealing for more help to keep the work going, and for all householders to make a big effort in front of their own homes over the next number of weeks.
BIRTHDAYS
Congratulations to Seán Kavanagh Newtown, Coolgreany, who celebrated his 10th birthday on June 29; also birthday greetings to Joe Hughes Coolgreany Demesne, who celebrated his third birthday on July 6 last, hope you both had an enjoyable birthday.
2K CLEAN – UP
Congratulations to Maureen Kelly, who received a Gold Star for her efforts with the Local 2K Clean-Up for the village, Congratulations also to Marian Byrne, who received a Gold Star for her great work in the Croghan View area with the two K Clean-Up.
HANDBALL LOTTO
Coolgreany Handball lotto now stands at €6,000, lotto tickets are available in Jim Short’s, Coolgreany post office, O’Rafferty’s. A new prize format is now in place, with seven lucky dips worth €30 each and one Seller’s prize. There was one lucky seller winner last week: Damian Kelly, Coolgreany. Your weekly support is very much appreciated by the club.
Rathdrum GOLF SOCIETY
Jacobs Well Golf Society enjoyed the 4th outing of 2018 at the beautiful sun drenched Macreddin Golf Club on Saturday June 23. The course was in excellent condition thanks to the committee and staff for their hospitality.
As usual the standard of golf was of the highest level which was evident by the high scores posted on the day.
Category 1 winner was Cormac Redmond with 36 points, category 2 winner Artie Byrne with an excellent 44 points, front nine James Byrne 18 points, back nine Sean Carroll with 19 points. Nearest the pins par 3s Alex Sheehan, Cormac Redmond, Daniel Redmond and Harry Connell, the longest drive was won by Sean Carroll and the visitors prize went to Daniel Redmond.
Thanks again to Mick Leonard for his usual efficiency in organising the event, and Alex Sheehan for compiling the results.
THURSDAY WALKS
Last week took 33 walkers to the heights of Croghanmoira with its fantastic views. This was a slightly different circuit than usual and was ably led by guest leader Irene Langrell who had laid out the new route. Thanks Irene. If anyone else feels they would like to take on and lead a walk with which they are comfortable please speak to Ann or Fergus.
This week takes us to Kirikee from Shay Eliott. Meeting as usual in Parnell Memorial Park Rathdrum at 7 p.m. and Glenmalure Lodge at 7.15 to travel to the start.