Craanford-Monaseed
FORD FEST
The proceeds of the recent Ford Fest were presented during the week by Raymond Byrne to the Craanford Community Field Trust. The cheque for €14,010 was accepted on behalf of the trust by its chairman Ger Doran.
All present on the evening including Cllrs Anthony Donohue and Malcolm Byrne agreed that this selfless contribution by Raymond in organising the Ford Fest leaves us all in awe of his contribution to the community. James Doyle thanked Raymond and his many helpers who contributed to the organising of the weekend and the fun had.
James thanked everyone who supported the Ford Fest and who helped in any way to make it such a success. In three years this festival has contributed over €32,000 to the community. Thank you Raymond for your foresight, vision and determination to make things happen.
CRAANFORD REMEMBERS 1918-2018.
A commemoration service will be held in Craanford on Sunday, November 11, at 10.30 Mass to commemorate the end of World War one. Following Mass there will be a parade to the graveyard led by a pipe. Wreaths will be laid at the monument. Refreshments will be served afterwards. Craanford annual Craft Fair
The annual craft fair takes place once again this year: Sunday, November 11, at 11 a.m. and will run till 3 p.m. approx.
Come along and get Christmas started.
CRAANFORD DRAMA GROUP
‘Craanford Drama Group will present the hilarious comedy; Don’t tell the wife by Sam Cree in Craanford Community Centre on Wednesday the 21st, Thursday the 22nd, Saturday and Sunday, November 24, and 25, at 8 p.m. This year’s play is directed by Brendan Doyle and the cast includes Maria McCann, Margaret Nolan, Pat Berney, Ger Doran, Paula Darcy, Séamus Burnell, Patrick Lennon and Hannah Doyle. This year’s production is certainly not to be missed and promises to be a hit with all the whole family.
PARENT/TODDLER GROUP
Craanford parent and toddler group will meet in Craanford Community Hall on Thursday, November 8, at 10.30 a.m., €3 per family. For further info please call 087 610364. Parents’ association AGMs
The Craanford parents’ association AGM will take place on Tuesday, November 20, at 7.30 p.m. in the community centre. All parents are welcome.
The Monaseed parents’ association AGM will take place on Tuesday, November 13, at 7.30 p.m. in Monaseed National School. All parents are welcome.
HUNT TABLE QUIZ
The Glandoran Island Hunt table quiz will take place on Friday, November 16, at 8 p.m., in the Loch Garman Arms. Table of four €40. Cash prizes for the winning team and a raffle on the night. Everyone is welcome.
COISTE NA NÓG/ CAMOGIE AGM
Craanford Coiste na nÓg and camogie AGM will take place on Friday, November 23, at 8 p.m. in the Sports Complex. Nominations and Motions for camogie to Noel by 13th. Nominations and motions to Caroline for underage by the 13th.
BINGO
Bingo will be held Craanford Hall every Friday night at 8.30 p.m.
SPLIT-THE-POT
On October 26 the prize of €153 was won by John and Elaine Byrne, Island. Congratulations John and Elaine. The coordinating team for Friday, November 9, is Team 7: Liz Byrne and James Doyle.
CHURCH NEWS
Craanford Masses this week will be from Monday to Thursday at 9.15 a.m. Wednesday will be the monthly Mass with the St Patrick’s School community and as it is November we will remember our beloved dead. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Monday from 9.45 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Visits to sick and Housebound: Fr Richard will make his November visits to the sick and housebound on Tuesday morning, November 6. If you would like to add a name to the list please phone 087 6923280.
Enrolment for First Communion will be at Mass on Saturday, November 10, at 6 p.m. Our Children’s Choir will provide the sacred music.
GAA CLUB NEWS
LOTTO – jackpot €12,000. Numbers Drawn 11-19-21-30. No winner. Lucky-dip winners: Mary Graham, Kellie Doyle, Noel Kelly, Cathal Briscoe, Eoin, Emma, Colm Byrne. Seller’s prize: Ml Shortle. The lotto jackpot will remain at €12,000 till it is won. Lotto tickets available in Cooney Communications, Craanford, Donal’s Main Street Gorey or any club member. Tickets may now be collected and dropped back to Cooney Communications in Craanford by 6 p.m. on Wednesday evening and afterwards into Cooney’s Pub by 9 p.m. for inclusion in the draw.
The underage AGM is on in the sports complex on Friday, November 23, at 8 p.m. while the camogie AGM will be held after this at 9 p.m. also in the sports complex. All nominations and motions to be with Caroline for underage and Noel for camogie by Tuesday, November 13, The adult AGM will be held in Monaseed hall on Sunday, December 9, at 6 p.m. all nominations and motions to be with club secretary by December 2.