Monasterboice
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THE RATTLE ON THE BOYNE
To tell the truth, I knew very little about “The Fleadh” before I heard word of it coming to Drogheda. Incrementally, as the big week approached, I picked up little snippets. These “snippets” seemed to suggest that if Kilarney (in mid summer) and LMFM’s Green Scene had a baby, then that young leanbh could justifiably be christened Fleadh.
Being a proud Monasterboice man was always inextricably linked with a certain amount of smugness towards “our town Drawda”. We went to school there, worked there, shop there, are entertained there and perhaps most importantly, EVERY Saturday, our family ates in the cafe (The Moorland) that quite simply has no equals in the Chester Bun League.
So, you see, my opinion could contain a wee smiggeen of bias and my propensity to exaggerate could come slightly into play when I give my verdict on the last week.
Bar Pope JP’s visit in ‘79, this was the best gig EVER in the area. The pedestrianed streets, the thousands of people strolling on them,. Masses strolling, not in silence, but in a reverend manor, as if they knew they were experiencing something special. No bells, whistles (bar those of a tin variety), no flashing lights, no cyber space, no foot space. Just a classy town with thousands of classy people.
It was georgous in it’s simplicity, it was as remarkable as it was breathtaking and quite frankly, something we, as a family, including the two doggies, will never, ever forget. Time to replace 12th of July’s Battle of the Boyne commemorations with 12th of August’s RATTLE ON THE BOYNE.
Drogheda and it’s people, take an extended bow. The spotlight was on you, but you outshone it.
BIG WIN FOR LOCAL RIDERS
Congratulations to Piperstown Equestrian Centre, who won the SOCK (Supporting Ovarian Cancer Knowledge) team showjumping competition last week . The event was held in North County Dublin and the winning team of Linzi Sullivan , Conor McBride , Miriam Walsh and Jack Geraghty, won the Valerie Keating Memorial Cup, after an exciting jump off . The fact that no less than 20 teams competed on the day really emphasises the wonderful achievement of this local team. In fact, two other teams that Piperstown had entered, finished in very creditable 5th and 6th places. Hats off to you guys n girls and well done in supporting a wonderful charity.
MULLARY CEMETERY LOTTO.
Saturday 11th Aug. Winning no was 24. Winner was Kenneth Devine
N.MAIRTIN LOTTO RESULTS
15.08.18 no: 2,12,19,26, Jackpot not won. €17,000 this week. €20 won by Olive Murtagh, Heather & Damien Doran, Sam Mulroy, Pauline Neilon, Sinead & Kieran Murtagh.
Thanks for your support.
MONASTERBOICE TOURISM & TIDY TOWNS.
The above held its 6th annual poetry, music and song gathering on Friday 3rd of August. The event began with a talk and walkabout at the famous monastic site at Monasterboice followed by a great night’s entertainment in Drumshallon Forge Heritage Centre.
Ten talented people recited poems; some read their own compositions, while others recited their favourite works from wellknown poets. There was plenty of music and song on offer as well and lots of opportunities for audience participation. All were also treated to some sean nós dancing - a new departure for our group.
Eoghan Mc Evoy and Bartle Woods played some traditional Irish music, while singers Páid O’Hare, Mary Maguire, Kieran Devine, Siobhán Seberry and the Fieldstown Church Choir entertained with some wonderful songs.
Monasterboice is looking absolutely magnificent at the moment and Seán McCormack, chairperson, gave an update on the work and achievements of the group (see below) and thanked all members for their interest and dedication.
Refreshments were served by the hardworking Tidy Towns’ committee members.
A massive thank you goes out to all the wonderful people who entertained on the night and also to everyone who attended and helped to make this a truly memorable event.
DRUMSHALLON FORGE.
The Drumshallon Forge is located just north of the Piperstown Equestrian Centre, Ballymakenny Road, Grangebellew, Co Louth, A92 DF7X.
Contact us by email: drumshallonforgeheritagecentre@ eircom.net and find us on Facebook.
SUMMER SCHEDULE BOOK CLUB - One Monday evening per month, 8 PM to 10 PM. Fee is €5 per meeting. Contact Lisa on 086 161 4465 for next meeting.
CREATIVE WRITING - Every Thursday morning 10 AM to 12 Noon. This group provides an opportunity for both prose and poetry writers, of all levels of experience, to have their work reviewed and critiqued by others. Fee of €5. Contact Lisa on 086 161 4465.
YOGA WITH SLAVA - Friday mornings, 10 AM to 11.30 AM. Ends Sept 28th, 2018. Cost is €12 Pay-As-You-Go. Contact Slava on 087 295 9662 for more information.
SPECIAL EVENTS
3-D WIRE SCULPTURING FOR THE GARDEN - Wednesday, August 22nd, 10 AM to 3 PM. Cost is €20 and includes all materials. Please bring gardening gloves, pliers, and an image you want to create. Bring a pack lunch. Refreshments provided. Contact Jacinta on 087 758 9282 to reserve your space.
WEE COUNTY THRESHING EVENT - Sunday August 26th, 2018 at Drumshallon Forge.
3-D WIRE SCULPTURING FOR THE GARDEN - Wednesday, August 29th, 10 AM to 3 PM. Cost is €20 and includes all materials. Please bring gardening gloves, pliers, and an image you want to create. Bring a pack lunch. Refreshments provided. Contact Jacinta on 087 758 9282 to reserve your space.
FREE SOCIAL EVENINGwith music by The Chapel Street Band - Saturday September 8th, 2018 at 8.30 PM
TIDY TOWNS.
The Tidy Towns, Louth Looking Good and Litter League competitions are all on at the minute. Through the hard work and dedication of the volunteers, Monasterboice won An Endeavour Award (Tidy Towns), A Special Merit Award (Louth Looking Good) and A Gold Medal (Litter League) in 2017. It’d be great to keep the gold medal in the Litter League which would be possible if everyone does their bit by binning the rubbish and keeping our beautiful Monasterboice clean.
Sponsorship, from a local business man, for the plants at Ferney Park and The Pope’s Cross has been generously given . More anon
TULLYALLEN CARERS ANNUAL GOLF OUTING.
The Tullyallen Carers Golf Classic is making a return this year and is due to take place Saturday, 1st September in Townley Hall Golf Club. It is a 4 person team event, open to ladies and gents and costs €100 per team. Contact Tullyallen Club House on 041 9842229 or committee members Pauline Kelly in 041 9832481 or Carol Thornton on 085 7758554 for further information or to book your time.
ALBION ROVERS SOCCER CLUB
Places for new players available for remainder of 2018 season. More information is available by email - albionrovers77@gmail. com or at www.facebook.com/ AlbionRovers77.
PARISH NEWS
Mellifont Parish, Tullyallen warmly welcomes Pope Francis to Ireland. We wish all our parishioners who are travelling for the World Meeting of Families a safe journey to and from all the events including the World Meeting of Families Congress in the RDS, Festival of Families in Croke Park and the Papal Mass in Phoenix Park. We will keep in our prayers those who are unable to attend including the sick and the housebound. May this gathering be an uplifting and spiritually renewing celebration for us all.
SUPPORT THE GLEN EMMETS LADIES
Sona Vitamins are giving away a prize fund of €15000 in total to GAA clubs across the Republic of Ireland. They will award 3 clubs (one in each province) €5000 each. So when purchasing Sona products from the pharmacy, check to see if they have the promotional sticker with a unique code and follow the instructions to nominate the Glen Emmets Ladies team. Entries will be picked at random from the correct valid entries after the closing date of 30th September 2018.
Results for the Glen Emmets Lotto held Tuesday 14th August 2018. The Grand Prize Draw was for €2,000 and there was no winner. The numbers drawn were: 4,7,17 & 29. The 4 Lucky Dip winners who receive €25 each are Martin Lane, Patricia O’Brien, Kevin Leddy & Anthony Lane. Next week’s draw is €2,100. Tickets are on sale in Centra Tullyallen or any committee member or now you can play online at https://www.locallotto.ie/play_ newa.asp?ll_id=1329#Anchor
GLEN EMMETS CLUB NEWS
Well done to Aoife Russell & her Louth Ladies teammates who beat London on recently with a score of London 2:11 Louth 1:17. The Louth ladies have now booked their place in the All Ireland Semi Final.
Glen Emmets Club gear is now available online at https:// www.oneills.com/shop-by-team/ gaa/ireland/glen-emmets-gfc. html Jerseys, Training tops, shorts, tracksuit bottoms, half zips, body warmers, hats, bags and many more.
Anyone wishing to book the Astro Pitch can do so by contacting Anthony Carolan on (086) 8250168.The Glen Emmets have a function room and a meeting room available for meetings or parties. Please contact Jack Carolan on (087)2316722 for details.
SLIMMING WORLD TIMES
Tullyallen Slimming World classes are on every Thursday. The first class is 5pm and the second is 7pm. Amanda will be there giving plenty of inspiration, motivation and encouragement to everyone who comes along.
PAT ON THE BACK
Great news for all the fundraisers aiming to get a Defibrillator for the village over the last few months. Their target has been exceeded which will allow the up-keep and maintenance of this well needed service for our area. The defibrillator has been ordered and the launch day should be in a few weeks time. Well done to all the organizers,
RELICS AT MOSNEY.
The Relics of St. Louis, Zélie Martin & St. Thérése of Lisieux will be present at St. Patrick`s Church in Mosney on Thursday, August 30th next from 11am to 1pm as part of the celebrations for the World Meeting of Families. All are very welcome to attend.