Termonfeckin
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SET DANCING WEEKEND
The finishing touches are being made to the annual Set Dancing Weekend which runs from January 26th-28th. Friday evening is The Official Opening is on Friday evening which will be followed by a Ceili with music provided by local traditional group Triskell. Saturday comprises of workshops and classes in music, sean nos singing and of course dancing, all from 10am to 4pm.
The Ceili on Saturday evening features the Donie Nolan Ceili Band. Sunday will have a number of traditional sessions in the front rooms and the weekend will draw to a close with a farewell Ceili. The music will be provided by the All Ireland winning Dartry Ceili Band from Sligo. Further information is available from John Mc Evoy at 087-7621749 or Jim Finegan at 087-9161903. The Set Dancing Weekend will surely be of greater importance given the 2018 Fleadh which takes place in Drogheda later this year and no doubt will get people in the mood for this huge event.
WEEKLY SET DANCING.
Set Dancing has resumed again in Sandpit Hall on Thursdays nights at 8.30pm. All are welcome.
LIP SYNC NIGHT
It will be talked about forever given the hugely successful night in the City North Hotel on December 30th. The venue was full to capacity for the St Fechin’s Lip Sync Fundraiser which attracted 50 competitors.
Chairman John Mc Evoy described it as a great night’s entertainment and social event for the Parish with all ages getting great enjoyment. He paid tribute to all those who made it happen saying that it involved a lot of work. Highlights of the show were an appearance by Elvis in the form of Noel Mc Evoy who along with two of his grandchildren, brought the house down and also managed to win the prize for selling the most tickets. The star of the show who won the overall event was Frank (Shania Twain) Hughes who gave a great rendition of “Man, I Feel Like a Woman”. Well done to all for such an excellent night.
MACRA NA FEIRME
The Club is running a Drama workshop to help members prepare for the Drama competition and also help members improve confidence and perform better in other competitions such as Public Speaking and Performing Arts. These workshop will take place on four Wednesday’s in Sandpit Hall at 9pm. The dates are January 24th and 31st and February 21st and 28th. If you are interested in these workshops, please get in contact to reserve your place. The interviews for the County Finals of Mr Personality, Queen of the Land, Miss Macra and the Blue Jeans Country Queen take place on February 17th in Cluskey’s of Little Ash. If you are interested in joining Termonfeckin Macra, like our Facebook page Macra Tearmann Feichin, come along to the next meeting on February 14th in Keogh’s Pub at 9pm or contact Nigel on 087-718 9965.
ERIN’S RUN
The fourth Erin’s Run takes place at 3pm on Sunday February 11th, starting and finishing at An-Grianan. This now annual 5k Run is in memory of Erin Curran who passed away in September 2014 due to a rare neurological disorder she was born with. Registrations are now open and the cost of participation is €15 per adult and €35 for a family of 2 adults and 2 children under 16. The first 400 entrants will receive a t-shirt. This year, proceeds are in aid of the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation.
ST. FECHINS LOTTO
The numbers drawn were 6, 7, 8 and 24. There was no jackpot winner. The €100 winner was Daniel Mc Keown. Winners of €20 were Sabongi Family, Maurice and Gina Keane, Kevin Murphy, Karen Mulrey and Brenda and Lal Kavanagh. The jackpot is worth €1,300 and is sponsored by Madden’s Centra, Termonfeckin.
CREDIT UNION.
Termonfeckin Credit Union 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
TERRY GANNON R.I.P.
We offer our deepest sympathy to the family, relations and friends of Terry Allen (nee Gannon) Baltray, who died recently. Requiem Mass was offered in the Church of the Immaculate Conception and the Funeral in Termonfeckin Old Cemetery.
SEAPOINT PITCH & PUTT.
The results of last weekends Fourball vPar are as follows. 1st: Gerry Breen Jnr. and Eddie Smith: 13up (ob9 8up). 2nd: Johnny Campbell Snr. and Pat Curran: 13up (ob9 7up). The Briscoes Expert Electrical Winter League is underway having started with an 18 Nett. There is still time to get names on the entry sheet on the board for this years Winter League so members, please get your names up as soon as possible. The Seapoint Pitch & Putt AGM took place last Monday January 15th . There will be a report on the AGM next week edition.
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.
BALSANTER.
Contact 086- 2747474 to report any suspicious activity. 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.
TOWNLEY HALL GOLF CLUB NEWS
Winners the 9 hole re-entry competition played 13th/14th January. 1st Des Melia and 2nd was Micheal Reilly.
LOTTO RESULTS
Results for the Glen Emmets Lotto held Tuesday 16th January 2018. The Grand Prize Draw was for €3,400 and there was no winner. The numbers drawn were: 4, 22, 29 & 31. The 4 Lucky Dip winners who receive €25 each are Elaine McCann, Dolores Hicks, P. O’Reilly & Lola Healy. Next week’s draw is €3,500. Tickets are on sale in Centra Tullyallen or any committee member
SLIMMING WORLD TIMES
Slimming World are running their classes every Thursday. The first class is 5pm and the second is 7pm. If you feel you have overdone it a wee bit at Christmas, why not head on down to the Glen Emmets Clubrooms. All new and returning members are more than welcome as Amanda will be there giving plenty of inspiration, motivation and encouragement to everyone who comes along.
PARISH NEWS
There will be Adoration each Friday night at 7pm. A reminder that the Mercy basket and Family prayer intention slips are at the church doors, all slips can be placed in baskets in sanctuary of church. A Christian Unity Service will take place this Thursday 25th of January @ 7.30pm, the theme is ‘That All May be Free’. Light refreshments will be served afterwards. St. Oliver’s Pastoral Area Calendars are available in the porch. Mass times and contact details for churches in St. Peter’s, Mell & Mellifont parishes. Dates for your diary World Day of the Sick & 6th Sunday O.T. 11th February. Ash Wednesday is 14th February. First Penance 20th February. Penance before Sacrament of Confirmation is 22nd February. The AGM Parish Pastoral Council is on 1st March. Mother’s Day & 4th Sunday of Lent is 11th March. Easter Sunday is 1st April. First Holy Communion for Tullyallen National School children is 19th May. Corpus Christi and Cemetery Sunday is 3rd June 2018.
COUCH TO 5K
The popular couch to 5k is back again this year. Sign up is at the Glen Emmets clubrooms on Sunday 28th January 10am to 12 noon. This is open to absolutely everyone, those who have run before but would like to get back into it or anyone who would like to improve their 5k times but especially those who have never run before. As the poster says “no matter how slow you go, you are still lapping everybody on the couch”
FUN GYMNASTICS
Gymnastics classes take place in the parish hall and is aimed at children 5-14 years. They have a few places left for their new term that starts Wednesday 31st January. Give them a call on 86 041 1112 to book your place or to find out more info on this.
MEN’S SHED
The Tullyallen Men’s Shed have come back after the Christmas break they are meeting on Tuesday mornings at 10am in the Glen Emmets Clubhouse.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY.
Jealousy is the only vice that gives no pleasure.
DEVELOPMENT GROUP LOTTO.
Results from 9th January. No’s were: 1, 7, 14 and 15. No winner. €50 winners were: Anthony Marley c/o Breeda Marley and Angela Hoey c/o Terry Rath. Results from 16th January. No’s were: 3, 10, 15 and 24. No winner. €50 winners were: Megan Bradley c/o Ann Levins and The Meegan Clan c/o Aine Hoey. Congratulations to you all.
OSKARS NIGHT FOR THE LIFEBOAT.
On March 3rd in the TLT Theatre, Drogheda, an “Oskars” night will take place for the Lifeboat. At present rehearsals are taking place and I believe all is going to plan. More information nearer the date
This is also a fundraising effort on behalf of the crew for the New Boat.
CLOGHERHEAD 2018 CALENDARS.
The Clogherhead Development Group has lovely Calendars for sale at only €10 each. They may be purchased in Gareth’s Family Butcher, McArdle’s Shop, John Kirk Park and Mace Store, Drogheda Road and from any Committee member.
TOGHER CHAEROBICS.
Carmel’s Chaerobics Exercise Classes “Sit and Get Fit” as broadcast on LMFM, will recommence in Tullydonnell School Hall on Tuesday 16th January 7.30 – 8.30pm and every Tuesday afterwards. Classes are €8 nightly or €40 for 6 nights. Ladies and Gentlemen are most welcome. For further details please contact Carmel on 086 3282748. Looking forward to seeing you there.
DREADNOTS JUVENILE REGISTRATION 2018.
Registration will take place in the Clubhouse on Friday 2nd February from 7 – 8.30p.m. Tiny Tots (4 – 6 year olds) and up to U18 girls and boys. Deposits taken on night and instalment plan available for previous & new members. Thank you for your support.
“ERIN’S RUN”
Sunday 11th February is the date set aside for the “Annual Erin’s Run” in Termonfeckin, starting and finishing at An Grianan. This is the 4th year of the 5K run which is in memory of Erin Curran who passed away in September 2014 due to a rare neurological disorder she was born with. You may register now with the cost of participation is €15 per adult and €35 for a family of 2 adults and 2 children under 16. The first 400 entrants will receive a t-shirt this year, so don’t delay in registering. All cash raised go to The Jack & Jill Foundation. Thank you.
DREADNOTS NEWS.
Bingo continues every Monday night in the Community Hall, Clogherhead starting at 8.30.p.m.
ST. COLMCILLES PASTORAL AREA SVP.
If you need assistance or help please phone either of the numbers listed below: 086 0390612 / 041 9835914. Your request will be dealt with in a professional and confidential manner.
COMMUNITY HALL, CLOGHERHEAD.
Monday: 8.30.p.m. Bingo: Tuesday: 8.30p.m. Development Group Meeting: Wednesday: 10.30.a.m. Ferrard Day Centre: 5.30pm Miriam McCarthy Irish Dance Class: 8.30.p.m. ICA Meeting: Thursday: 10a.m. to 12 noon Toddler Group. 2.30. p.m. Indoor Bowls. Friday 3 p.m. Danceworx. To book the Hall for any event, please phone Carainn on 087 2767511 after 7 p.m. thank you. There are 3 rooms for rent in the hall and also kitchen facilities and any event can be catered for: Business Meetings and Presentations, Arts & Crafts, Weddings, Christenings, Birthdays, Communions, Confirmations and Funeral Receptions.
GET WELL GREETINGS.
A speedy recovery is sent to all Parishioners who are ill, either at home, in hospital, and in the various convalescence and respite homes in the area. Sincere thanks are also extended to those who care for them there.