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SET DANCING WEEKEND
An-Grianan reverberated to the sound of music, feet tapping the floor and all things traditional the previous weekend as hundreds of Set Dancing enthusiasts came for the annual Set Dancing Weekend. Now in its 16th year, this weekend continues to grow in popularity and the numbers attending also increased.
The Official Opening was performed by Maeve Callinan and this was followed by a “Recital” by Seamus and Fidelma Bellew.
Local traditional group Triskell provided the music for the opening Ceili with five members of the Mc Evoy family, Niamh, Fergal, Mairead, Eoghan and Aoife involved in this group. Over the weekend there were workshops in Set Dancing given by Padraig and Roisin Mc Eneany, Step Dancing with Michael Tubridy and Sean Nos with Michael and Kathleen Mc Glynn.
Additional workshops were held in Singing, Tin Whistle, Flute and Concertina. Donie Nolan and Taylors Cross provided the music for the Ceili on Saturday evening. Sunday consisted of workshops and a farewell Ceili with music from the Dartry Ceili Band.
A noteworthy feature of the weekend was the Official Launch of the “Termonfeckin Lancers Set”. This new Set was composed by John and Sheila Mc Evoy and Mairead Devane last year to represent their home area of Termonfeckin at similar events nationwide. Although promoted countrywide since then, it is now an Official Set Dance and is highlighted in the book “Come West Along The Road (Irish Set and Social Dancing) by Pat Murphy. All Swings are in Waltz Hold (4 Figure Set). Great that a Dance representing this area is now being performed at Ceili’s and Set Dancing events all over Ireland and further afield. They are already planning for 2019.
WEEKLY SET DANCING.
Set Dancing has resumed again in Sandpit Hall on Thursdays nights at 8.30pm. All are welcome.
ERIN’S RUN.
Hundreds of athletes along with all those who enjoy running will descend on An-Grianan next Sunday February 11th for the fourth annual “Erin’s Run”. 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. All are welcome.
ROAD FUNDING
The Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport Shane Ross recently announced a €417 million funding programme towards the maintenance (surface dressing) and strengthening of regional and local roads. It is understood that such works will be undertaken in Termonfeckin as a result. The programme also allows for a number of Capital Plan Projects to progress further. One of these is the extension to Scoil Naomh Feichin which will receive additional funding. While on the subject of roads, it is good to see work continuing on the footpath on the Drogheda Road up to the speed limit and also rounding the corner of the junction with Sheetland Road.
SCOIL MHUIRE GAN SMAL
Scoil Mhuire gan Smal will hold an Open Evening in the school on Tueasday February 13th from 6-7pm. All are welcome.
ST. FECHINS LOTTO.
The numbers drawn were 3, 11, 18 and 24. There was no jackpot winner. The €100 winner was Fidelma Feehan. Winners of €20 were Paul Mc Glew, Jim Finegan, Noeleen Fitzgerald, Barbara Duff and John J. Conneely. The jackpot is worth €1,500 and is sponsored by Madden’s Centra, Termonfeckin.
PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL.
The next meeting of the Parish Pastoral Council is on Wednesday February 7th in the Parochial House at 7.30pm. All members are asked to attend.
MACRA NA FEIRME.
If you are interested in joining Termonfeckin Macra na Feirme, like our Facebook page Macra Tearmann Feichin or contact Nigel on 087-718 9965. The next meeting on February 14th in Keogh’s Pub at 9pm.
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
SEAPOINT PITCH & PUTT
Week 2 of Briscoe Expert Electrical Winter League was held the previous weekend and the results, an 18 Gross, are as follows. Senior-1st: Jim Judge 45, 2nd: Pat Greene 49. Inter-1st: Declan Brogan 50, 2nd: Anto Mullen 51. Junior-1st: Paddy Davis 50, 2nd: Jim Penders 51. Ladies-1st: Mary Agnew 51, 2nd: Marlo Everitt 53. Briscoe Expert Electrical Winter League, Week 2, 5 points-Team 2: Barry McQuillan, Joe Downes, Christine Carroll and Paddy Davis: -9, 3 points-Team 5: Brian McGinn, Anto Mullen, Eddie Smith and Mary Coyle: -2. Week 3 of the Winter League, an 18 Nett was held last weekend. It will be a busy year with plenty of preparations as Seapoint Pitch and Putt Club will host the International Irish Open on August 25th and 26th . This will result in a lot of visitors to the Club for this event. Check out the website page and the Facebook page for further information.
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.
CREATIVE WRITING CLASSES.
Creative Writing Classes for beginners take place in Ardgillan Castle, Balbriggan starting on Tuesday February 20th from 10.30am–12.30 noon. They will also be held in Skerries Community Centre on Mondays, starting on February 12th from 10.00am-12 noon. Through writing exercises, participants will develop an awareness of various literary tools and techniques, and become more comfortable putting pen to paper to express themselves creatively. To book a place, please contact Ross on 085-1395320. Further details are available by email: ros1_@ hotmail.com. or facebook/Ross Campbell/Creative writing. The Cost is €90 for 8 weeks.