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CHRISTMAS TREE.
Once again the Christmas Tree stands illuminated at the Bridge, giving the community and visitors a real sense of the Christmas Season. Thanks to all the work put by the Termonfeckin IFA branch which made it happen. The man in the Red Suit made the trip from the North Pole to be there which was a delight to all the children present. Chairman of Termonfeckin IFA Gerard Meegan described the Tree Lighting event as a great evening for all who attended. He extends his thanks to fellow branch members, Chris Everett, Ray Madden of Madden’s Centra, An Garda Siochana and members of BALSANTER who acted as stewards. Thanks also to Ann Mc Evoy, Nicholas Duff, DJ Stephen Callan, Carol Singers from Scoil Naomh Feichin and their teacher Ms. Cassidy.
CHRISTMAS CARDS
The Parish Christmas Cards are still on sale. They are available in both Parish Churches and the Credit Union Offices. The cost is €5 for 7 cards. The cards are produced by the Parish Pastoral Council.
GOAL MILE
This year we are celebrating the 10 year anniversary of the Termonfeckin GOAL Mile at St.Feichin’s GAA Grounds, Beaulieu on December 26th at 11am. The organisers are happy to announce that local traditional musician Fergal McEvoy and some friends are coming along to play some tunes and get us in the mood for Fleadh Cheoil 2018. Everyone in the region is encouraged to come out and join in the GOAL Mile fun over Christmas. Whether you are young or old, and no matter your level of fitness, it is a great way to get some exercise over the festive season and help raise some money for GOAL’s programmes overseas. You can run, jog or walk the Mile – the choice is up to you. There is no need to register, just turn up on the day and donate what you can. All are welcome.
ST. FECHIN’S EVENTS
Tickets are still on sale for the St. Fechin’s Community Building Fundraiser “lip Sync Battle” on December 30th in City North Hotel. Rehearsals are well under way for what promises to be a very entertaining show. These tickets costing €25 can be purchased in Termonfeckin Post Office, Forge Field Farm Shop and Loud Ink in Meatmarket Lane.
ST. FECHINS LOTTO
The numbers drawn were 1, 4, 11 and 23. The jackpot of €2,100 was won. Congratulations to Niall and Audrey Gallen. The jackpot this week is worth €1,000 and is sponsored by Madden’s Centra, Termonfeckin. There is also a special Christmas Draw and the five winners each receiving €25 are Larry Murtagh, Ronan Holcroft, Oliver Mc Cabe, Geraldine Shevlin and Mary Briscoe.
CREDIT UNION
Termonfeckin Credit Union will be open on Friday December 22nd at the usual times, 2pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm. It will be closed all week from Monday 25th to Friday December 29th and will re-open for business as usual on Tuesday January 2nd 2018. Termonfeckin Credit Union officers and committee wish to extend a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all members. Termonfeckin Credit Union also needs your help. Do you or someone you know have a spare hour per week? If so, please get in touch with the office on 0419822095
ICA
Termonfeckin ICA Guild members had a very enjoyable Christmas meeting on December 6th. The night involved a “Lucky Dip”, Quiz and a lovely supper. The members filled 20 Shoe Boxes for the “Team Hope Shoe Box Appeal”. Recently local historian Ricky Gerard spoke to members about his interesting books while also giving a talk on local history which was described as very interesting due to his outstanding knowledge.
Three members travelled to the Belfast Christmas Markets with Walshestown ICA and the Guild also entered a team in the Nancy Darcy Quiz. Members attended the Louth Federation meeting on December 12th and the Christmas Party Night in An-Grianan on December 9th. Congratulations to Breda Levins who had the highest score in the Guild monthly Quiz and she was presented with the Rita Carroll Cup by President Rosemary Durnin. Painting Classes are still going well and some members are knitting toys etc for good causes. They brought the toys along to display their “great workmanship” and hopefully inspired the rest of members. The President wished all the members “A Happy Christmas and New Year. The next Guild meeting is on January 17th 2018.
BRIDGET MC BRIDE R.I.P
We offer our deepest sympathy to the family, relations and friends of Bridget (Betty) Mc Bride (nee Milne), Nunneryland who died recently. Requiem Mass was offered in the Church of the Immaculate Conception and the Funeral in Holy Cross Cemetery.
COFFEE MORNING
Those involved in the Ferrard Day Centre wish to thank all who attended the recent Coffee Morning and Cake Sale held in Termonfeckin Credit Union. A big thank you to the Termonfeckin Pastoral Council who organised the Coffee Morning and to the Credit Union management and staff. Special thanks to those who baked for the Cake Sale and those who sponsored and donated spot prizes for the Raffle.
SCHOOL EXTENSION
The work on the extension to Scoil Naomh Feichin is certainly very visible now following the insertion of concrete columns. The work is progressing nicely and hopefully will be completed by the end of 2018.
SEAPOINT PITCH & PUTT
The Club Christmas Party was held the previous weekend and it was also the final weekend of the Turkey Competition. Club Chairman John Curran thanked all members for making it a resounding success. The results of the Winners and Non-Winners week are as follows. WINNERS. Senior: 18 Nett-M. Bedford. 46. 18 Gross-J. Campbell 46. Inter: 18 Nett-B. Cunningham 39. 18 Gross-M. Vaughan 47. Junior: 18 Nett-J. Kelleher 42, 18 Gross- D. Murphy 51. Ladies:18 Nett-M. Everitt 44. 18 Gross-N. Bedford
52. NON-WINNERS. Senior: 18 Nett-B. McQuillan 46. Inter: 18 Nett-J. Downes 44. 18 Nett- J. Curran 46. 18 Nett-T. Rock 46. 18 Gross-K. Smith 52. 18 Gross-B. Coyle 53. 18 Gross-D. Smith 54. Junior: 18 Nett-D. Mulryne 43. 18 Nett-P. Curran 45. 18 Nett-T. Carolan 45. 18 Gross-P. Fagan
58. 18 Gross. P. Gorman 59. 18 Gross-A. Wogan. 59. Ladies: 18 Nett-M. Coyle 42. 18 Nett- M. McCabe 45. 18 Gross-A. Fagan 57. 18 Gross- M. Casey 59. 9N/9G Combined-B. Hanratty 53. On a sad note, Seapoint Pitch and Putt Club wish to offer sincere condolences to the family of Ollie McDonnell R.I.P. Ollie was an active member who freely gave of his time to help on the course over the years. May he Rest In Peace.
ADORATION
Eucharistic Adoration takes place on Monday evenings from 7-8pm in the Church of the Immaculate Conception. Why not come and spend some quiet time in the presence of the Lord.
WHIST
Whist is held on Sunday nights at 8.30pm in Sandpit Hall. If you are a regular player or would like to learn how to play Whist, why not come along? All are welcome.
BALSANTER
Don’t forget the text alert number and please text anything suspicious to 086-2747474. If you would like to join up to BALSANTER, application forms are available in Maddens Centra, Mc Grane’s XL and both Parish Churches.
ST VINCENT DE PAUL
Please contact the FreePhone number 1800-677777 if you require the services of the local Conference of St.Vincent de Paul or wish to offer support. All calls are treated in strictest confidence.
CHRISTMAS GREETING
To all those who contribute to and read this column, wherever in the world you may be, I wish you all a Very Happy and Peaceful Christmas and a great 2018.