Coolgreaney

MEALS ON WHEELS

Coolgreany Community Alert are considering the possibility of putting together a small group of people in our area who might like to be a part of a ‘Meals on Wheels’ venture in our local area.

This group will consist of people who may be living alone, or may not be able to cook for themselves, and would like to have a hot meal delivered to their home on four days per week (Monday to Thursday inclusive) at a very nominal charge.

If you know of someone who might like to avail of this service, or may be interested, please contact Paul at 087 6468390, Mary 087 7939868, Dan 087 4605166, by next Friday, July 10.

COOLGREANY DRAMA

Coolgreany Drama is back in action presenting a major outdoor production of Gillian Grattan’s acclaimed full-length comedy-drama ‘Hooked’ running regularly throughout July and August.

The performance is being staged in the unique and pleasant surroundings of the Ram House Gardens in Coolgreany village, with the next taking place this Thursday, July 9, at 7 p.m. ‘Hooked’ is a three-handed comedy drama in which young Dubliner Lydia’s move to a small country village causes tensions and leads to an unexpected chain of events, exposing many secrets and lies bubbling under the surface.

Director Sally Stevens said that rehearsals have taken place over Zoom as well as safely outdoors in recent weeks. ‘Following the easing of restrictions, we are now in a position to present our latest production in safe, socially distant and pleasant surroundings with a limited attendance over 18 nights throughout the summer,’ she said.

‘Community theatre, along with GAA, is often the social and cultural lifeblood of most rural communities and following the Covid restrictions, we had to think of innovative ways to keep the show on the road within health and safety parameters, so as not to deprive our community of quality theatre and to give people a badly needed social outlet’.

The venue for the play (Eircode: Y25KD77) is spread over two acres and the garden has featured in many major gardens of Ireland guides. Unfortunately, toilet facilities will not be available to use, and attendees are asked to arrive 15 minutes early to be assigned their seats.

The play lasts for 90 minutes with no interval. Booking for the July performances is now open online via Eventbrite, search ‘Hooked’ or Eventbrite Coolgreany and tickets cost €12 plus the booking fee.

‘Hooked’ will be performed on Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. on July 9 and July 16 as well as Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m. on July 11, July 12, July 18 and July 19 and it returns more frequently in August.

For further information about the show, phone Sally Stevens at 087 2411926. Inch Market

Inch Market will re-open on Saturday, July 25, at Inch Hall, with the usual stalls attending, where there will be something for everyone on display, so make a note of getting there early to pick up some of the early morning bargains.

CASTLETOWN-LIAM MELLOWS GAA

Healthy Club Update – Yoga returns Monday, July 6, frp, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. running for a four-week block in the ARENA at Castletown giving us plenty of space. Classes €6 for club members plus €5 (social members) once off payment for non-club members. Yoga flow to move that stagnant energy with variations to suit all levels. Looking forward to immersing in that community energy (sangha).

GAA guidelines on reopening – lease adhere to the following procedures@ If you feel unwell or have a temperature please do not attend. Bring your own mat. Hand sanitiser will be provided. There will be an entrance and exit door to allow for social distancing.

INCH MARKET

Inch Market will re-open on Saturday, July 25, at Inch Hall, with the usual stalls attending, where there will be something for everyone on display, so make a note of getting there early to pick up some of the early morning bargains.

TIDY TOWNS

The Tidy Towns Committee are seeking to support of all our community in helping to keep our village tidy by picking up all rubbish in the vicinity of your own home, and also by helping in the watering of the flowers and flower beds in particular a big thank you to the people who sponsored the flowers in the village it meant a lot this year and thanks to the people that came out to help with the flowers beds and the watering now that lockdown has eased help is still needed.

As we have keep the Wexford beautiful competition on in July, we need to keep it litter-free and all areas looking well. It’s for your village.

Also please be aware that there is a substantial amount of money for village renewal the Tidy Towns are seeking help with this project, to find out more please contact Maureen at 086 3448884, for further information.

GOLDEN CIRCLE

With the Covid restrictions easing now and people able to get out and about again, we are hoping our holiday to Kerry in October will go ahead as planned, Could those who gave their names to Gertie before the lockdown contact Gertie now and pay the outstanding deposits which are required immediately, Full payment for the holiday is required before the end of August.

If you have paid your deposit but feel you do not wish to travel please advise Gertie so that she can release your place to others who do wish to travel.

The holiday will go ahead subject to the restrictions on numbers on buses being lifted.

LOCAL NOTES.

Please remember to forward all notes to me by 8 p.m. on Thursday evening for inclusion in the following week’s paper. Phone Dan: 087 4605166. Email danken9@gmail.com.