Knockananna
TIDY TOWNS AGM
The AGM of the Knockananna Tidy Towns was held on seventh January 2020. In 2019 we saw an increase of 11 points, building on the successes of previous years, so we are certainly on the right path. We discussed potential projects and improvements for 2020, we need to continue addressing litter but we need to consider how to improve recycling, energy and water conservation and how we can support wildlife in the area. The committee remains unchanged.
We would like to thank the whole community for their support and help throughout the year and we hope this continues in 2020, please get involved.
Thanks to Kevin Kennedy, Willie Whelan, John Lawlor, Sarah, Pádraig, Gareth O’Keeffe, Pat Whelan, Edward Carroll, Pat Kavanagh, Paul Lancaster and David Maher and Will O’Toole, who helped us with special projects, it is such a help knowing we can call on you, when we need the extra help.
Again at Christmas, the village was able to enjoy the Christmas lights and pride of place given to the Crib, all this is created each year by Patsy Tracy, Milo Canna and their team of Christmas Elves. Thanks also to the Foley family for again keeping the lights lighting by providing the electricity.
We really appreciate our two great workers Willie and John and thanks to Kiltegan Development for all their help.
We would also like to thank Lamberts Hardware and Mick Roche for their kind sponsorship during the year. Thanks to all who supported our car boot sales and donated items for sale.
All the community are invited to come along and see the development plans by both clubs for Knockananna GAA grounds in O’Keeffes Pub on Friday the Febuary 28, at 7.30 p.m. This launch will give people the opportunity to see the clubs plans for development of our dressing rooms and pitch and fundraising plans. Light refreshments will be provided. Come along and see the work the clubs are undertaking as we wish to involve the whole community in this project.
SOCIAL DANCING
The next Social Dance in Knockananna Hall takes place this Friday, February 28, with music by Teddy and Cathal Barry. Dancing 9.30 p.m. to midnight. Admission €10. Light refreshments served.
CAMOGIE CLUB REGISTRATION
Camogie club registration day is rescheduled for Saturday Feburary 29, from 11 p.m. to
Scoil Naomh Brid, Knockananna, will be holding their next fundraiser a Bake Sale in St John’s Hall, Hacketstown on Sunday, March 1, after 11 a.m. Mass. Parents and children will be asked to donate cakes and treats and your support for this event is again greatly appreciated.
GAA LOTTO
Lotto results February 23 jackpot €17,200 Numbers drawn were 2, 0, 14 and 25. No jackpot winner. Five match-three winners of €20 each Orlaith Kavanagh (x4) and Edel Byrne. Seller’s prize Kathleen Byrne. Next week’s jackpot is €17,350. Draw takes place on Sunday evenings in O’Keeffe’s Pub. Tickets available from local shops and pubs or from committee members. The club appreciate your continued support.
The Tinahely ICA guild held their monthly meeting in the Courthouse Art Centre on Monday, February 17. Helen McDonnell, president resided over the meeting and welcomed new member Mary Walsh. All the guild was delighted to have her on board as her mother-in-law, the late Nancy Walsh, was a founder member.
Breda Murphy, secretary read all correspondence and Sue Wardell gave a financial report. Arrangements were made to travel to Glenealy for federation meeting and the Gembaking competition and table quiz. We are working on a entertainment for national Women’s Day. Competition was won by Catherine Mulhall. A spring flower arrangement in a Tea Cup/Saucer. Sue Wardell showed us how far they were getting on with the Gossip Quilt.
We had a great Talk on exercise/Keep-fit from Hannah Nolan and she has arranged for us to do a four week exercise plan for us in her studio in the enterprise center. We finished off with a lovely supper by Mary O’Connor and Madge Kenny. Next meeting is on March 16.