Clongeen

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UNDER-14 GIRLS FINAL WIN

Congratulation to the Clongeen under-14 girls, who completed a comprehensive win over the Shamrocks in the under-14 County Final on Sunday the 11th in Davidstown.

The girls were mentored by Collie Byrne and Bertie O’Grady and what a fine job they did as the girls really showed great organisation and teamwork on the day that didn’t come out of nowhere, so well done to all involved on this delayed but well earned win.

BREAKFAST MORNING

There will be a Breakfast Morning on Sunday, November 25, in aid of raising a few pound for the Clongeen Community Sports Field in Horetown. Its taking place in Anne and Markies premises in Clongeen, who will be assisted by the various clubs using the pitch which includes the Ladies’ Football and camogie, Stoney Rovers LFC and Stoney’s underage. the cost for the breakfast is €10 for dults and only €2.50 for children.

Door prizes will be on offer for those who support this event, so feel free to come along fairly hungry this Sunday morning and you will be well looked after.

Your support would be greatly appreciated as all funds raised go directly to the use of the facilities there.

THE FORGE VINTAGE CLUB

The Forge Vintage Club will hold our Christmas party and presentation of cheques night on Saturday, December 1, in the Oak Tree Bar in Foulkmills. Doors open from 8.30 p.m. with a buffett dinner served on the night. Music for the event will be provided by T-Bone Country and tickets cost are only €15 each and can be bought from any of our members, Anne Sinnotts Shop in Clongeen or there will be a limited number available on the door.

All Proceeds for 2018 will be given out on the night to Wexford Hospice Homecare and other local charities. Another great night is in store and we hope to see you there.

BABY/TODDLER GROUP

This friendly group meets every Wednesday morning during school terms between 9.30 a.m. and 11.30 a.m. in the Sunshine room in Clongeen School. It is open to anyone from the Clongeen area and from further afield – parents, grandparents, guardians, childminders, etc. are all welcome, and of course the little ones too (babies to toddlers). The cost is only €4 per adult which includes refreshments for both the adults and children.

This is a fun and relaxed group with loads of fun activities, crafts and singing, where both adults and children can meet new friends. As toddlers are growing up and moving on to the next step in their young lives, we have loads of room for new comers this September. Please feel free to share this information and we look forward to seeing both new and familiar small and bigger faces. For more info, visit and like our Facebook page or you can call or text Véro at 086 1034878.

OVER-35S SOCCER

About 15 guys took to the pitch on Saturday, November 10, and for a change the young fellas came out on top after an 50/50 game that was only separated by a single goal at the end. It was a fair game that was enjoyed by all who made it and there’s plenty more from where that came.

Games take place on Saturday evening at 6 p.m. indoor in Grantstown, please be there 15 minutes beforehand so we can kick off in the allotted time. If you’d like to come along or want further information, please give Dave Burke a shout either by text or a call to 086 8596627.

CHRISTMAS MARKET

A Giant Christmas Market and Craft Fair will be held in Ramsgrange Community School this Sunday, November 25, from 11 a.m. till 4 p.m. Over 100 local crafts people and exhibitors have already booked so it promises to be a great occasion for people to visit and buy their Christmas gifts while also supporting local small businesses/crafts people.

There will also be a chance to visit our student café and Santa’s grotto. This promises to be a super family fun day. Thank you in advance for your co-operation and support and we wish you every blessing this Christmas season. class cards for €50. Contact Finola at 087 3641540 for more information.

IRISH DANCING

Irish dancing classes every Monday 3.30 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. at South West Wexford Family Resource Centre.

MIND AND BODY

Veronique Rooney will be holding her next ‘Mind and Body’ class on Friday, December 14, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at South West Wexford Family Resource Centre.

GIANT CHRISTMAS MARKET

A Giant Christmas Market and Craft Fair will be held in Ramsgrange Community School on Sunday, November 25, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Over 100 local crafts people and exhibitors have already booked so it promises to be a great occasion for people to visit and buy their Christmas gifts while also supporting local small businesses/crafts people. There will also be a chance to visit our student café and Santa’s grotto. This promises to be a super family fun day.

CHRISTMAS BAKING

St Louis Day Care Centre are holding a Christmas Bakery Fair on Saturday, December 8, between 9 a.m. to midday in the Day Care Centre.

We are also taking orders for Christmas Baking – Order your Mince Pies, Christmas Pudding and Christmas Cakes. Last date for orders is December 12 – Phone 051 389509 or call to the centre to order.

LOCAL LINK WEXFORD

To book your seat on the Local Link Bus please contact the office at 053 9196276 or email wexford@locallink.ie.

YOGA WITH BRIDGET

Yoga classes are running every Thursday evening from 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. at South West Wexford Family Resource Centre. Contact Bridget at 089 4549029 for more information.

ACTIVE RETIREMENT

Next monthly meeting is on Monday, December 3, in St Louis Day Care Centre, start 2.15 p.m. This will be a fun meeting with music and guess who from photos. Mince pies tea and coffee why not join in the fun. Come along for a chat with new and old friends over a cup of tea and a bun. New members always welcome.

Trip to Kilcohan Park, Waterford – Night out with ‘The Dogs’ on Friday, November 16. Cost €30. Price includes transport, admission, race card and two course meal (starter/main course or main course/dessert). Deposit €10. Bus leaving Ramsgrange car park at 6.15 p.m. Usual pickups on way. To book, phone 051 389012 or 087 0544976. Again, non-members welcome €5 extra.

Shopping Trip to Kilkenny – Wednesday, November 28. Non-members welcome at €5 extra. Cost €15 bus leaving Ramsgrange car park 9.00 Sharp, usual pickups on the way, Leaving Kilkenny 4 p.m. Non-members welcome. To book contact 051 389012 – 087 0544976. Please book early.

Annual Holiday – This has been arranged with South East Tours for Monday, May 13, to Friday, May 17. Staying in the Maritime Hotel Bantry, Cost Per person Sharing €529. single sup €25 per night extra. Cost includes Bed/Breakfast/Evening Dinner, Transport to and from Bantry, Day Trips/Entrance fee/Gratuities. deposit €100 payable at October meeting. Why not ask a friend to join you non-members welcome at no extra cost. To book, phone 051 389012 or 087 0544976.

SLIMMING WORLD

Slimming World Classes are held in South West Wexford FRC on Saturday mornings, weigh in time is 9.30. Please contact Yvonne Byrne at 086 3147332 for more details.

KINGS BAY CARDS

A 45 Card Game will be played every Thursday night at 9 p.m. in the Kings Bay Inn. Community Market

Ramsgrange Community Market is on every Friday morning from 9.30 a.m. in Ramsgrange Community Hall (opposite Centra). Pop in and have a cuppa and a chat and take the opportunity to meet and buy from local food producers and crafters. A New Enterprise Stall is being set up to support local crafters establish and promote their product and/ or new craft/food business. If you have a product or products that you would like to showcase on this stall contact us for further information.

If you want to book a stall for any week contact Ann at 085 7555844 or email ramsgrangecommunitymarket@ gmail.com or drop in and see us on Friday mornings.

Patrons of the Community Market can park at Ramsgrange Church carpark just 100m away from the hall.

ST JAMES GAA LOTTO

There was no winner of the €8,900 jackpot in last Tuesdays draw. The winning numbers were 5, 12, 21 and 25. St James Club had one match-three winner; Paul Barron, Battlestown. Jackpot for the next lotto draw on November 27 will be €9,200. Lotto tickets are available from committee members and local shops and pubs. €50 yearly lotto tickets are also available from 086 8820773.

HEARTSAVE

South West Wexford Heartsave would like to thank all of those that donated to our recent successful fund-raising coffee morning and cake sale - we really appreciate the support and hope that you enjoyed the morning also. The money raised will go towards maintenance of the defibrillators, and training of local people in their use. If you would like to partake in AED training, please call Tina at 087-6762993.

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS ROAD RUN

This year’s Christmas Lights Road Run will take place on December 9. Registration at 4 p.m., starting in Campile travelling through villages of Dunmain, Ballycullane, Saltmills, Fethard-onSea Templetown, Ramsgrange, Duncannon and finishing in Arthurstown with hot food served compliments of the Kings Bay Inn, Arthurstown. Come and see Ireland’s largest tractor on display in Campile at 4 p.m. All proceeds in aid of St Louis Day Care centre Ramsgrange, enquiries contact John at 087 2028450.

DUNCANNON ICA

The October meeting of Duncannon ICA was held on Mon.15th at St Louis Day Care Centre. The president Gretta was delighted to introduce three new members: Margaret Hodman, Anna Walsh and Deborah Duffin Whitton and a warm welcome was extended to them by the members present.

The Federation meeting held on September 24, and hosted by Duncannon ICA at the Day Care Centre, was greatly enjoyed by ICA members who travelled from all corners of Co. Wexford. Gretta thanked members for being such hospitable hosts and for providing such a lovely display of homebaking for the tea served after the business of the meeting.

The meeting was addressed by representatives from Pieta House and Wexford Mental Health, who will benefit from the ICA charity walk to be held in Kennedy Park. Pieta House, 14 Francis Street, Wexford offers a professional counselling service in a warm, friendly and non-judgemental atmosphere. Office 053 9122787 Helpline 1800 247 247.

The next federation meeting will be held in the Riverbank Hotel on November 26. And members are asked to bring along their rosettes for the memory tree.

Gretta organised a cookery demonstration by Mary Kelly Camross on October 4.The profits from this successful night went towards scholarships to An Grianan. Mary O’K and Rosaleen were the lucky recipients from the Duncannon Guild.

It was decided to run a bus to the Knit and Stitch Show in the RDS.if there was enough interest.

Recipes for a book on breads and bracks to be launched at the Ploughing Championships 2019 must be entered before mid Jan. To be considered for inclusion.

The guest speaker was Oonagh Trehin, Fethard-on-Sea, who is a registered Nutritionist and gives evidence based advice on all aspects of nutrition. Having studied, qualified and worked in Great Britain she has returned home and set up a nutrition consultancy ‘Little O’Nutrition’.

The competition for the most colourful autumn leaf was won by Deirdre with Rosaleen second and Margaret third. Kathleen served a welcome cup of tea and the raffle prizes were won by Teresa, Deirdre, Kathleen and Rosaleen. The competition for the Nov. meeting is to collect a list of the many words ‘as Gaeilge’ in our environment. This is in preparation for the Nov Federation meeting where there will be a prize awarded to the guild who finds the most words and phrases.

FETHARD COUNTRY MARKET

Fethard-on-Sea Country Market Christmas Market will be held on Sunday, December 2, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Come and join us for some Christmas Treats, baking and crafts etc., following by turning on of the Christmas lights and Santa in the village.