Slane

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Contact Sean on 087-6783729 or email swall32@gmail.com if you have an item for this column.

HISTORY SOCIETY FILM

Slane History Society and Michael Kelly are showing the film ‘The Last September’ in the Boyne Valley Inn, Slane, this Thursday, February 21st at 8.30pm. This film was made in the 1980s, in Dowth House and in Tankardstown and stars Maggie Smith, Keeley Hawes, Michael Gambon, Fiona Shaw and David Tennant and is an opportunity to see the locality on film. There will be an admission fee of €5 and all are welcome.

Another event is taking place the following evening Friday, February 22nd at 8pm in Inniskeen, County Monaghan. Slane History Society has received an invitation from Brian Dooley to an evening in their local hall remembering a Patrick Fleming from Slane who was captured there in the 17th century. All members are invited to hear his story. For further information about these events contact Mary at 087 2222144.

SLANE CASTLE 5K

It’s time to get back into training for the 5th Slane Castle 5km trail run/walk which takes place on Sunday, May 12, in the majestic grounds of Slane Castle. This event is a great morning out for the whole family. The 5k route takes you around the castle grounds, along the river and through the forest with the castle as a backdrop. There will be t-shirts for under 16’s and for the first 200 adults on the day.

The refreshments and home baked goods at the finish line are worth the trip alone! This year the organisers hope to have a surprise in store, so keep an eye out for updates over the coming weeks. Online registration will open early March.

TECHNOLOGY CLASSES

A free 5-week basic laptop, iPhone, iPad, smartphone and tablet class will commence shortly in Slane Youth Cafe. Anyone interested in the class can contact Angela, Meath Partnership on 046 9280790.

LITTER PICK

Rossin Rovers and Monknewtown Community Council are doing a litter pick this Saturday, February 22nd. Volunteers can meet at hall at 10.30am and play their part in keeping the community clean and green.

NEWGRANGE ONLINE BOOKING SUSPENDED

Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre will undergo major refurbishment in the coming months and for the duration of the works the online pre-booking service will not be available. All tickets will be issued on a daily first come first served basis.

HOTHOUSE FLOWERS

The Conyngham Arms Hotel will host the brilliant Hothouse Flowers in concert on Easter Sunday night, April 21st. The world renowned rock group that combines traditional Irish music with influences from soul, gospel and rock performed recently at the Temple Bar Tradfest and have a number of other concerts coming up shortly including the Dubai Opera House on St Patrick’s Day. If you would like to see Liam Ó Maonlaí, Fiachna Ó Braonái, Maria Doyle Kennedy and the rest of the band tickets are now available from reception at the Conyngham Arms at 041 9884444.

QUIZ NIGHT

Stackallen Lawn Tennis and Pitch & Putt Club have a quiz night this Friday, February 22nd, in the clubhouse at 8.30pm. Table of four €40. Raffle on the night with prizes galore. Proceeds go towards improving club’s disability resources.

ATHLETIC CLUB AGM

Rathkenny AC have their agm in the Sallygardens this Friday, February 22nd, at 7.45pm. All members are requested to be in attendance to discuss the further development of the club. New coaches are needed in the club - full training will be provided.

DIABETES EDUCATION COURSE

A diabetes education course ‘Desmond’ for all patients with Type 2Diabetes will be starting in Navan in March. This is a free course that runs for two and a half days (three hours each session). Those

interested in attending please contact Joanne on 041 6860766.

YOGA WORKSHOPS

The Ananda Centre Slane have a number of workshops over the next two months. Restorative Yoga takes place on Friday 1st and Friday 15th March at 7.30pm. Yoga for Perimenopause is on Friday, March 8th at 7.30pm. Restorative Yoga classes will also be held on Friday 5th (7.30pm) and Saturday 6th (10am) of April. Each workshop is two hours and the cost is €25. Further details from Brenda on 085 1502378.

DATES FOR THE DIARY

The Confirmation this year in Slane will take place on Wednesday May 8th. First Communion is on Saturday, May 18th. Blessing of the graves in Monknewstown, Dowth and Fennor is on Sunday, May 26th, and on Hill of Slane and St Erc’s Cemetery on Sunday, June 2nd.

RATHKENNY REVELS

Preparation for Rathkenny Revels 2019 are well advanced under musical director Tina Price Lynch and choreographer Adam Lynch. The 2019 shows are on April 11th, 12th, 13th and 14th at 8pm with a 3pm matinee on Sunday, April 14th in Rathkenny Hall. Booking details will follow shortly.

PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND

The Meath Diocesan Pilgrimage to the Holy Land takes place from Monday 4th to Tuesday 12th, November. It will be led by Bishop of Meath Tom Deenihan. The cost is €1,525 per person, single room supplement €464.

Return flights/eight nights four star accommodation half board basis/transfers/English speaking guide. Pilgrimage Directors: Fr Gerry McCormack and Sr Consilio Rock. For information/booking contact: Map Travel 01 8783111,

SHOCK AND SADNESS AT SEAN’S PASSING

There was palpable shock and sadness in the area last week when the the news broke of the sudden passing of Sean Loughran RIP, Glasallen. A farmer all his life, Sean was a familiar figure in the area as he went about his daily farming duties. A quiet and unassuming person, who enjoyed a chat, Sean will be sadly missed by all who knew him, especially neighbouring farmers and residents with whom he had contact on a daily basis. The sincere sympathy of Broomfield and District Residents Association and the Community of Broomfield and District is extended to Sean,s partner Patricia, mother Moyra, brother Liam, sisters Margaret, Imelda, Bernadette and Pauline, and to all who are bereaved by his passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time for you. Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam dilis! Respectful Guard’s of Honour, provided by Neighbours, Friends and Community Members, accompanied Sean’s remains to the Church of Mary Immaculate, Collon for the funeral Mass, and also to the New Cemetery, Collon after Mass.

ART CLASSES RESUME

Art Classes for the Spring Term resumed this week and continue as follows; Mondays 10.30 am to 12.30 pm. Classes on Tuesdays also from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm. All levels and newcomers always welcome. Contact Niamh on 087 8173073 or see Facebook.com/ teachraithneachartgroup for more details.

YOGA CLASSES

Yoga Classes resume in Teach Raithneach this Wednesday 20th February 2019 and will run for 5 weeks. Contact Grainne on 086 8046781 for details.

NATIONAL TREE WEEK

National Tree Week 2019 runs this year from Sunday 31st March to Sunday 7th April. its inception. A major effort is required to achieve this standard, please play your part to help take Gold again in 2019.

COMMUNITY ALERT

The Broomfield and District Community Alert, Text Alert mobile number is 086 2193103. If you’re not on the Text Alert Register and would like to be included, please contact the number above. Don’t be afraid to make that call! If there is a Community Alert sign near you and you have a few minutes to spare some day, pleas give it a wash, it would be greatly appreciated.

PARENT/GUARDIAN AND TODDLER PLAY-GROUP

The Parent/Guardian and Toddler Play-Group meet every Friday morning in Teach Raithneach. Contact Isobel on 087 4170561 for further information or to get involved. All welcome!

WALKING GROUP

Broomfield and District Walking Group has resumed walking on Sundays from 12 - 1 pm. For further information please contact Josie on 086/4458108

IRISH DANCING CLASSES

Irish Dancing Classes with The Farrelly School of Irish Dancing in Teach Raithneach every Tuesday from 6 to 7.30 pm. Contact Grainne on 086 3707227 or Olive on 086 3502157 for further information. New members welcome at any time.

BLOTTO

Blotto Results 13th February. The numbers drawn were 0411-16-25-27. No winner. The €10 winners were Patsy Stack; Mary Flood; Katie Pike; TCPA; Angela Bellew; Pat Brannigan. Jackpot next week is €1,500.

NEW BABY

Great celebrations in Lisdornan this week when Sara & John Flood had their first baby, a boy to be named Adam John. He is the first grandchild for Mary & Martin Flood and the first great-grandchild for Maureen Andrews. Congratulations from all the family, neighbours and friends.

BELLEWSTOWN P & P

Competitions are held each Sunday at 10.30a.m. Membership fees are now due for 2019 and membership is open to new members. Application forms available in clubhouse. The Captain’s Drive-In for new Captains Darren Heeney & Mon Byrne will take place on Sunday 10th March.

BELLEWSTOWN GOLF CLUB

Sat 9th Feb:12/Hole Winter League 1st Kenny Moore 27pts.2nd Francis McGovern 24pts. Sun 10th Feb:12/hole Winter League 1st AlanGOverton25pts. 2nd Aaron Slater24pts. Full Membership Available to January 2020 599 euro.