BROOMFIELD
CONTACT
Contact Gerard on 087/2729154 or E-mail: starinaghgerard1@ if you have an item for this Column, please submit to me by 12 noon on Fridays, as the deadline for submission is 1pm on Friday, please note the change. The same deadline applies on Bank Holiday weekends. Get in contact please if you have a bit of news for this column! Thanks for your co-operation as always.
JOHN BRUTON RIP
Sincere sympathy to the Bruton and extended Bruton Family and to all who are bereaved by the passing of John Bruton RIP., former TD for Meath, and former Taoiseach. John Bruton was a great help to Broomfield and District Residents Association in the early days of the Association. He visited the area on the Associations invitation on a number of occasions, bringing Association Members around the District in his Red Toyota Carina at the time, giving advice and support where he could. Taoiseach John Bruton officially opened Broomfield and District Festival Week 1995 on Sunday 16th July at 6.30pm during the Cross Road Ceili at Newtownfortescue Cross, Grangegeeth.
There is a plaque in Teach Raithneach commemorating this momentous occasion. On the occasion, An Taoiseach presented Kathleen Clarke RIP (the oldest Resident in the District at the time) with a bouquet of flowers. Kathleen was a great supporter of John Bruton. An Taoiseach’s driver on the day was Stackallan native Garda Tom Mongey, who incidentally won an All-Ireland Junior Medal with Meath in 1962. May John Bruton former TD., Taoiseach, and Statesman Rest in Peace. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis!
SINCERE SYMPATHY
Sincere sympathy to the Reid and extended Reid Family and to all who are bereaved by the recent passing of Sally Reid RIP., Belpatrick. A great supporter of all things GAA, especially Mattock Rangers, where her late husband Damien and her two sons David and Adrian played with distinction. Ar dheis De go raibh a h-anam dilis.
BEST WISHES
The best wishes of Broomfield and District Residents Association, and the Community is extended to all who are hospitalised or ill at this time. We wish you a speedy return to good health
BIRTHDAY WISHES
Birthday wishes to twins Marian and Lena who celebrate a significant birthday around now. Congratulations from all your friends. Thanks to brother Denis for reminding us!
MUSIC LESSONS AT TEACH RAITHNEACH
RIAM Registered Teacher available for individual violin lessons in preparation for RIAM examinations. Beginner & Intermediate level. Lessons also available in guitar, ukulele and tin
PILATES
As part of International Women’s Day on Friday 8th March, functional fitness class will be free for all the ladies in the community before the celebrations of tea & bakes.
Thursday evening mat based Pilates at 7pm & 8pm, for a 6 week term, mixed class, suitable for beginners, all levels catered for. Hope to see old & new clients.
Friday morning Functional Fitness Class at 10.30am, new faces always welcome to all Pilates classes. Looking forward to setting new goals and to having the chats! Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any queries on 085 8001328 Livsdonnelly@ gmail.com, Facebook Pilates with Olivia.
ART CLASSES
Teach Raithneach Art Group meet every Tuesday in Teach Riathneach for 2 hours from 7.30 to 9.30pm. Anyone with an interest in trying their hand at, or resuming Art, can come along to our welcoming group to paint, draw and chat. Bring your own materials. €24 for 8 weeks. New Members always welcome. For more information contact Niamh on 0878173073
TAE KWON DO CLASSES
The Tae Kwon Do Class has resumed in Teach Raithneach, Starinagh, Collon A92 W 283, on Tuesday evenings from 5 to 5.45pm. A few more children would be great to ensure the sustainability of the class going forward. To reserve a place for your child, and pre-register, please contact Michael on :00353 860 320 219 OR 0044 777 850 9583. Email: kelly.michael123@gmail. com
FUNDING PROGRAMMES
Funding under various programmes has been announced. They are: Community Climate Action Programme, Community Amenity Project Scheme 2024, and the Local Enhancement Programme 2024, (for which a submission has already been lodged). The application process for the Green Flag has also been announced. Details of the Pride of Place Competition for 2024 has also been announced, as has the Community Grants Scheme 2024.
Broomfield and District has already been Registered for National Spring Clean 2024. Busy times ahead for Voluntary Community Organisations.
MARCH MONTHLY MEETING
The March Monthly Meeting of the Executive Committee of Broomfield & District Residents Association takes place on Thursday 7th March 2024 with a starting time of 8pm.
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY EVENT
Broomfield & District Residents Association will hold a tea/coffee and cakes morning in Teach Raithneach on Friday 8th March 2024 starting at 11.30am to mark International Women’s Day. Come along and share some wisdom, lend a friendly ear and enjoy the craic. Lets honour all the amazing women in our local area this year.
TEACH RAITHNEACH ACTIVITIES AND CONTACTS
Sunday, Walking Group, Josie on 086 4458108
Monday, Kids 9836200
Monday, Collon Bowls Tommy on 041 9826355
Tuesday, Tae Kwon Do, Michael on 0044 777850 9583 or 00353 860320219
Tuesday, Art Group, Niamh on 087 8173073
Wednesday, Yoga, Grainne on 086 8046781
Thursday, Men’s Shed, Kieran on 087 2728229
Thursday, Pilates,
085 8001328
Friday, Chair Pilates, Mature Movers, Functional Fitness. Olivia on 085 8001328
Friday, Irish Dancing, Grainne on 086 3707227
Community/Text Alert, on 087 2765207
Broadband, Gerard 2729154
Community Text 2193103
Music Classes, Violin, Guitar, Ukulele, and Tin Whistle. Contact Rachel on 089-4940938 or racheltormey05@
To book Teach Raithneach, Alice on 087 9360018
Association Correspondence Secretary, Eilis on 087 2598478
Association E-mail: teach. raithneach@gmail.com this will reach both Minutes and Correspondence Secretaries
The Teach Raithneach eircode is A92 W283.
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COMMUNITY ALERT NUMBER SPACE AVAILABLE
Olivia on
Alert 041
Club, on
Malachy 087
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The Broomfield and District Text Alert number is 086 2193103.
There is ample space available in Teach Raithneach for all types of Fitness and Well-being Classes and Activities. Tutors/Instructors in these types of activities, please take note.
Are there any, Music Teachers out there who would be interested in teaching how to play a musical instrument at Teach Raithneach? Contact the Assistant Secretary on 087 2729154 for further information.
KEEP IN TOUCH!
Contact Broomfield and District Residents Associations Eilis on 087 2598478 or Gerard on 087 2729154. Please check out the Broomfield & District Residents Association Facebook page.
HISTORY SOCIETY TALK
Slane and District History Society is hosting a talk by Aine Moroney on the history of Beaulieu House, Drogheda in the Youth Cafe, Chapel Street, Slane this Thursday, February 22nd at 8pm. Non members welcome.
MAGIC TUMMY TIME
Slane Library is hosting Parent & Toddler Story Time at 10.30am on Wednesdays. Call 041 9824955 or email slanelib@ meathcoco.ie for details. Then on Fridays the library hosts Magic Tummy Time starting at 9.30am. No booking is required for this group, drop in anytime from 9.30 to 10.30am.
COMMUNITY CENTRE DRAW
Congratulations to Janine Reilly who was the winner in the Slane
Community Centre draw for February. To register your interest in joining the draw and a chance of winning €1000 each month follow the link on the Slane Community Centre Facebook page or contact any committee member The maximum number of members in the draw is 200 and places become available at different times throughout the year.
MUSEUM REOPENS
The Francis Ledwidge Museum has reopened after the winter break and look forward to welcoming visitors again. The museum is open 10am to 3pm daily Monday to Sunday.
ST PATRICK’S DAY
The St Patrick’s Day committee is seeking volunteers to help with the preparation of this year’s parade. Help is needed the evening before in the parochial hall with the balloons; on the morning of the parade to help put up the balloon arches and to get the village ready; to do stewarding at the beginning of the parade and through the village. The committee is also seeking volunteers for street entertainers on the day and there are plenty of costumes to choose from. All help would be greatly appreciated. Please contact the Hub on 041 9824000 if you can help.
The Joker Draw which raises funds for the St Patrick’s Day Parade takes place in Lynch’s Bar every Sunday evening and you can get your envelopes in any business in the village. Envelopes are €3 for one week and €20 for seven weeks. There is a big jackpot to be won.
SOCIAL SPIN
Slane Spinners Cycling Club have a social spin every Sunday morning, weather permitting. The group leaves the square of Slane at 9am and all abilities are catered for with a pace to suit everyone. Helmet is compulsory and new members are always welcome. Turbo Training takes place on Thursday evenings at 7pm in Slane Youth Club building.
ROSSIN ROVERS
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Rovers
Soccer
Club is recruiting new players born in 2017 for their under-7 team. All coaches are Garda vetted and hold a relevant FAI coaching qualification. Training is currently on Saturdays at 9.30am but will change when the evenings get brighter. Contact Shane on 087 7913190 for further details.
The Find the Joker fundraiser take place in Dolly’s Bar every Saturday night with a big jackpot up for grabs. You can also play online by following the link on the club Facebook page.
PILATES &TABATA
New weekly classes with Grainne at smartnutrition have started in Rathkenny Community Centre - Monday Pilates at 6.30pm; Thursday Pilates at 6.30pm, Tabata at 7.15pm, Pilates at 8pm; Saturday Tabata at 8.45am. Classes are €10 pay as you go or €90 for six weeks (unlimited classes) Contact Grainne 087 4100559 to book a place.
TENNIS COACHING
Tennis coaching for kids and adults takes place at Monknewtown tennis courts every Saturday, starting 10 to 11am for adults; 11 to 11.30am five to six year olds; 11.30 to 12.30 seven to eight year olds; 12.30 to 1.30 nine to 10 year olds; 1.30 to 2.30 11 to 12 year olds; 2.30 to 3.30 teens. Further details from 087 1602904.
BOYNE VALLEY WALKING
Boyne Valley Walking have listed a number of upcoming walks starting with Edentubber Loop (Louth) on Saturday, February 24th. Then on Sunday March 24 Barmeath; Sunday April 14th Beaulieu; May 8 - 13th Celtic Camino with Uwalk.ie; May 19 - 26th Portuguese Camino with Uwalk.ie. Further details on Boyne Valley Walking Facebook page.
MOTHERS & OTHERS
Rathkenny Gaelic for mothers and others is beginning a new season this Wednesday evening where you can play ladies Gaelic in a fun, non-competitive environment. New members are always welcome. Contact Emma on 086 2141743 for further details.