Dunleer
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Birthday greetings to father and son duo Thomas and Jamie Caffrey who celebrated their birthdays last Tuesday, August 15th. Thomas turned 45 and Jamie now sweet 16. Hope you both had a great day.
DUNLEER PRIDE
Well done to everyone involved in welcoming the Pride Of Place judges to Dunleer last Tuesday. The day was a great success and the judges left extremely impressed. It was great to witness the fantastic energy and enthusiasm from our community groups and organisations.
DUNLEER MEN’S SHED
The Dunleer Men’s Shed next event is a BBQ on September 5th. With their very own retired chef in the group, it is sure tto be a tasty event. They will also have a number of musicians and singers from the group which should prove to be a bit of Hooley in the Coach House at the back of the Market House in Dunleer. It has proved to be a life line for several members of the group.
You don’t have to be retired to join. If you have free time or are unemployed or just enjoy a bit of fun and lots of stories or perhaps if you are handy with your hands or are willing to learn or if you just want to sit and enjoy some tea or coffee in company with other men, then you can join us any Tuesday morning from 10am at the back of the Market House in Dunleer. You will receive a warm welcome.
ISPCC RECRUITMENT
The Louth/Meath branch of the ISPCC is recruiting for their Childline service and the next training course is due to start at the end of September. We recruit volunteers from all over the Louth and Meath area and are eager to add to our fantastic team. The first step in becoming a volunteer is to attend an information evening (on one of a choice of evenings). This is an opportunity for people to come along and hear about the service, and what is involved in volunteering. They would also have a chance to hear from an already active volunteer.
The schedule for these is Monday, August 28th, Tuesday, September 5th and Thursday, September 14th. All sessions will begin at 6.30pm, and anyone interested is invited to attend. They will be held at their office in Drogheda (Distillery House, Dyer Street, Drogheda, Co Louth). Anyone interested in attending one of the information evenings should contact Danielle on 0419809964 or dlambe@ispcc.ie to book a place.
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
National Heritage Week 2017 runs from Saturday, August 19th to Sunday, August 27th. Nature is at the forefront of this year’s theme and with this in mind, D&DHS have invited Eanna Ni Lamhna to give a talk/presentation in the town on Monday, August 21st at 6.30pm. Eanna is one of the best known environmental figures in Ireland and in 2012 was listed as one of the country’s “influential 100 “people.
She is a qualified biologist and has appeared on numerous television and radio shows including “Mooney Goes Wild “, “The Late Late Show” and “The Six O Clock Show”. Eanna is also the author of a number of books on wildlife. A fluent Irish speaker, Eanna is married with three children and lives in Dublin. Eanna is proud of her local roots having been born and reared in Stabannon, Co. Louth!
NOEL’S ‘WILD WEE COUNTY’
D&DHS will also welcome Noel Marry to St.Brigids Hall, Dunleer on Friday, August 25th. Noel will present a showing of his video, “Wild in the wee County “a wildlife journey from the Boyne river to the Cooley Peninsula in search of the red squirrel, the pine marten the Kingfisher and more. Noel has taken some amazing wildlife photos, some of which may be on display on the night. Copies of the DVD will also be available for purchase on the night. The Presentation begins at 8.00pm sharp and admission is free.
On Sunday, 27th at 3.00pm, Eoghan Mac Giolla Coda, Council member of D&DHS, will present a talk on “Bees and our Natural Heritage “at Listoke House. Eoghan is a 4th generation beekeeper. He is a full-time bee farmer and breeder of the native Irish honey bee, a member of County Louth Beekeeper’s Association, Eoghan regularly gives lectures and provides workshops on all matters relating to the honey bee. Eoghan has apiaries all over County Louth, including one at Listoke House. On two occasions his famous local honey has been a World Cup winner at the London Honey Show. In the past week, Eoghan featured on TV3’s Ireland AM show.
CRAFT AND FOOD FAIR
The Lannleire Pavilion Dunleer are having an Autumn Craft and Food Fair on Sunday, September 24th, from 11 am until 4 pm showcasing the best the region has to offer in Craft, Food, and Traditional stalls, anyone wishing to have a stall on the day or for further information can contact the Pavilion on 0416851064 or email lalannleirepavilion@gmail. com. There will also be free face painting from 12 to 3pm.
DRAWING CLASSES
Drawing classes with Anthony Corrigan start on Tuesday, September 2017 in the Market House Dunleer from 7 to 9 pm. Places are limited, no drawing experience necessary. For booking / enquiries contact Anthony on 0879924378 or email dbdlouth@ gmail.com. You can visit Anthonys website www.drawnbydesign. to see his work.
ST. KEVIN’S LOTTO
August 17th. Result numbers were drawn; 12, 27, 14 and 24. No jackpot winner. Weekly €50 winners were Susan Murray and Mary Matthews. Next weeks jackpot is €6,800.
LANN LÉIRE C.P.G LOTTO
Results for Wednesday, August 16th, 2017. Numbers drawn were; 5, 18, 22 and 26. There was no jackpot winner. Next weeks jackpot €15,000. Weekly winners of €50 were Ciaran Carry and Bríd & Gerry McArdle
SWIMMING CLASSES
Swimming Classes on Mondays at St Mary’s Drumcar, Dunleer in a heated Pool. For toddlers, children, and Adults. Classes suit both non-swimmers and Improvers. For further details you can contact Deirdre on 0879242244.
DUNLEER NS
Scoil Bhríde Lann Léire is accepting Thursdays for September 2017 and 2018. Please contact the school (041 6851324) for an enrolments form.
SLIMMING WORLD
For losing weight without feeling hungry you can join slimming world in Dunleer. Classes are held in the Lann Leire Pavilions every Wednesday at 5.30 and 7.30 pm.
SET DANCING /SEAN DANCE
classes every Wednesday night in the Seomra Mór, Teach Scoraíocht, Dunleer at 8 pm. All ages and abilities welcome. Enjoy the craic and keep fit while dancing to great music. Céad fáilte Eolas 086 3577304
CREATIVE WRITING
Ardgillan Castle, Balbriggan, starts Monday, September 11th, 2017 from 10.30am to 12.30. This course for beginners explores a range of topics, from character and plot development to voice and style. Through writing exercises and examples from literature, participants will develop an awareness of various literary tools and techniques. These classes provide space for the writer, to share their work in a supportive workshop environment. Courses for Improvers also running on Thursdays and Fridays starting the September 14th. To book contact Ross on 085 1395 320. E: ros1_@hotmail. com. Further info at www.balbriggan.info/creative-writing classes. Fee €120 for 10 weeks.
DUNLEER GOLF
The Dunleer Golf Society played at Ardee GC on Saturday, August 12th, 2017 to compete for the Shearman’s Trophy sponsored by Alan Shearman. It was therefore fitting that the Overall Winner with 39pts was Vinnie Shearman, whom appears to get better as he matures with age. Vinnie was presented with his prize that evening by Alan. The other results were as follows:- 1st Cat 1 Pat Lynch 36ptsB9, 2nd Cat 1 Ciaran Reynolds 36pts, 3rd Cat 1 Gary Croghan 31pts, 1st Cat 2 Ken Brady 31pts, 2nd Cat 2 Paul Flanagan 29ptsB9, 3rd Cat 2 Martin Sheridan. Longest Drive and Nearest the Pin Ciaran Reynolds, 2’s Ciaran Reynolds and Gary Broughton. The next outing is at Concra Wood Saturday, August
ST. KEVIN’S BINGO
Bingo takes place every Thursday in St. Kevin’s Community Centre and starts at 8pm sharp, there are shop facilities and complimentary tea/coffee at the interval.