Termonfeckin
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ANYONE FOR TENNIS?
Termonfeckin Tennis club is holding a Tennis Camp with Coach Karl. It runs from Monday 23rd to Friday 27th July, 10am to 1pm. It is open to members and non members aged 4 to 14. The cost is €70 for members and €85 for non members. To book or for further information contact Peter on 086-3431437.
ST. FECHINS LOTTO.
There was no winner of the Lotto. The numbers drawn were 6, 9, 21 and 24. The €100 winner was Mark Savage. Winners of €20 were Daniel Mc Keon, Raymond Devlin, Paul King, Marcus Clifford and Kevin Mc Evoy. The jackpot is now worth €1,100 and is sponsored by Madden’s Centra, Termonfeckin.
ST. FECHIN’S GOLF CLASSIC.
There are still places available for the St. Fechin’s GFC Golf Classic on Friday July 27th which will be held at the Co. Louth Golf Club, Baltray. To book a tee time, please contact John at 0871263578.
FAI SOCCER SCHOOLS.
The FAI Summer Soccer School will be held at the Termonfeckin Celtic F.C. grounds, Sheetland Road from Monday July 23rd - Friday 27th, from 10:30am to 3:00pm daily. It costs €65 per child and all participants receive an exclusive kit (jersey, shorts and socks), backpack, football and certificate. All coaches are FAI accredited and Garda vetted.
SEAPOINT PITCH & PUTT.
There was a great turnout for Seapoint’s Open Singles which took place the previous weekend and the club would like to thank all those who supported the event. We would also like to thank our sponsors for the weekend-Tuites Butchers, Bull Ring and Laurence Street, Drogheda. We would also like to thank the caterers for providing the food all weekend.
The Club Singles matchplay which was due to start on Monday July 9th was postponed indefinitely, due to lack of entries. The entry sheet is still on the notice board and if we get better numbers we will run it later in the year. Last weekend Cloghogue Club hosted their Open Scotch Foursomes. Members please note that the next round of the Club Doubles Matchplay must be completed by July 22nd. Last week, Seapoint Club held its annual Summer Camp which was very well attended. It is great to see so many young boys and girls showing such a great interest in Pitch & Putt. Meanwhile preparations continue for the huge event as Seapoint Club will proudly host the Irish Life PPUI Irish International Pitch & Putt Open on August 25th and 26th.
SEAPOINT GOLF CLUB.
Competitions for the coming weeks. This is OPEN WEEK at Seapoint. Tuesday 17th: Open Men’s Singles Stableford, Wednesday 18th: Open 3 Person Team event, Thursday 19th: Open 2 Person Team event, Friday 20th: Open Mens Singles, Saturday 21st: Open 4 Person Team Event, Sunday 22nd: Open 4 Person Team Event. Sunday July 29th: Seapoint Cup. The Restaurant is now open under new management.
CEMETERY SUNDAY.
The annual Blessing of the Graves takes place on Sunday August 12th in both Parish Cemeteries. The Service of Blessing in Holy Cross Cemetery, Sheetland Road is at 3pm and in the Old Cemetery at 4pm.
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.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY.
He is lifeless that is faultless.
DEVELOPMENT GROUP LOTTO.
Results from 5th June. No’s drawn were: 2, 3, 17 and 24. No Winner. €50 winners were: Phillipa Donnelly c/o Blanaith Donnelly and Mary Bonner c/o Ferrard Day Centre. Results from 12th June. No’s drawn were: 7, 16, 22 and 23. No Winner. €50 winners were: Seamus Connolly c/o Blanaith Donnelly and Padraig Rath Jnr c/o Terry Rath. Jackpot next week €8325, yours to win or share for only €2.
TIDY VILLAGE.
The new group under the above heading meet every evening at 7.30.p.m. and clean up the beach which they will continue to do until the end of the sunny spell. Pickers, bags and protective clothing supplied to all helpers. They have already cleaned up all flower beds in the area in preparation for planting of new flowers. If you would like to get involved with the clean-up effort in the village please contact Siobhan Faulkner or Grainne Campion. Sincere thanks to all who turn up every night to give a hand.
CLOGHERHEAD & WALSHESTOWN PARISH DRAW.
The annual 10 week draw will be starting shortly. If you would
OLD DROGHEDA SOCIETY WALK & TALK.
Led by Liam Reilly starts at corner of Fair Street & Bolton Street via William Street ending in King Street departs 7.30 p.m. Farmers Market.
Friday 20th July West Street 9.a.m. - 5 p.m.
EVENING OF MUSIC.
Pascal Brennan, Gary Gamble & Stephen Callan with compere Noel Cunningham, Market House, Dunleer 8.p.m. Saturday 21st July. Drogheda Open Air Market. Bolton Square 9a.m. – 1 p.m. Hill of Slane Guided Tour. Meet in the car park 2 p.m. Open Air Theatre. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll at Battle of Boyne Visitor Centre Garden 6.30.p.m. Adults €18 Children €12.
Sunday 21st July.
Hill of Slane Guided Tour Meet in the car park 2 p.m.
DROGHEDA TOURIST FFICE
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The Tourist Office in the Tholsel is now open six days a week Mondays to Saturdays from 9.30 am to 5.30 pm, including public holidays. Phone 041-9872843
Drogheda Gig Guide - The very popular guide to what’s happening in Drogheda’s pubs and clubs now has its own website www.droghedagigguide.com
DREADNOTS NEWS.
Bingo continues every Monday night in the Community Hall, Clogherhead starting at 8.30.p.m.
LOCAL COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES
1) Are you over 21 and in receipt of a Social Welfare Payment? Would you like to train as an Early Year’s Educator, receive a minimum payment of €210.50 attending 19.5 hrs per week? You may also be entitled to free childcare while working on the Project. For further information contact Michael Lynch at Scallywags Crèche, Togher on 041 6852375 or e-mail toghercpg@ yahoo.ie.
2) Are you over 25 and in receipt of a Social Welfare Payment, if so you might be eligible to participate on a Community Employment training project: where you will receive a minimum payment of €210.50 for 19.5 hours per week? You may also be entitled to free childcare while working on the Project. Positions Available: Grounds Keeper Dreadnots GFC, Secretary Clogherhead, Secretary Togher, Environmental workers Clogherhead. For further information contact Michael Lynch, Togher Community Project
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: 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.