The Kerryman (South Kerry Edition)
COUNTYWIDE
SNEEM CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
Sneem Resource Centre are holding their Christmas Craft Fair this Sunday 2nd December in Sneem Hotel at 11am to 5 pm. Santa arrives at 1 pm. There will be plenty of entertainment with Magicians, face painting, The Rosen Choir. There are a wide variety of stalls for Christmas shopping. Bar food available all day.
Come and have a glass of mulled wine and enjoy a great family day out. Entrance Free. Monster raffle and turkey draw. Last year you included us in the back page under 10 things to do this weekend in Kerry we would be very grateful if you could do this again this year. Kind Regards Caroline Lea (Chair Sneem Resource Centre) 087-7007747.
STAR OF THE LAUNE AC JINGLE RUN
The annual Jingle Run took place on a cool dry morning in Killorglin last Saturday. This is always a very well run event and we had a great turnout from the club with a large portion of the podium places being filled with Star of the Laune members. Congratulations to Luke Diggin who had a great run and was first male in the 5k. We had a clean sweep in the ladies 5k event with the excellent Eager girls along with their cousin Carolina Rodriguez finishing in the top 4 places. Well done to Marina(1st), Carolina (2nd), Ciara (3rd) & Kerry (4th). Well done also to Anna Foley who was guiding visually impaired athlete Ross Gallagher. Alice Eager also had a very good race along with Ana Prieto. In the 10k event the Star of the Laune ladies did very well also, with 3 members finishing in the top 4. Congratulations to Gillian Murphy(1st), Anne Mangan(3rd) & Vivian Juffs(4th). Good running also by Siobhan Falvey and Gillian Hughes. Well done to James Clifford, Stephen Griffin and Jason Clifford who took part in the 10k.
RUN IN THE DARK
Niamh Clifford continued her excellent year of running with a first place finish in this 10k event in Dublin recently. Niamh ran a superb time of 39.34.
CHARLES O SHEA MEMORIAL RACE
The 31st annual Charles O Shea Memorial 10k & 5k Run is happening on New Years Day. Race begins at 12 noon with registration beforehand in Beaufort Community Hall. Lots of category and spot prizes. Refreshments will be served afterwards in the Hall. Runners, walkers & joggers welcome. Always a great way to begin the new year. More details to follow.
THE GLEN GAA DRAWS
St. Michael’s Bord na Og draw for the 23rd November 2018 winners were 1st €40 Gerard O’Sullivan Kilaboona, The Glen2nd €20 Michael J O’Sullivan, Lehid The GlenBally/Foilmore
50/50 Draw - Jimmy O’Donoghue €905.00 and 2 x €50 to Lorraine & Declan O’Driscoll & Peter Murphy Thanks for your continued support and congratulations to the winners.
WHIST
Results for Thurs 22nd November, Ladies: 1st Mary O’Sullivan Portmagee; 2nd Mary Kelly Letter; 3rd Shiela Galvin Emlagh
Gents: 1st Eileen O’Connor The Glen; 2nd Mary Reardon The Glen; 3rd Eileen Shanahan Valentia
Lowest Score 1st Reena O’Shea Ballinskelligs
Raffle 1st Sarah Harty The Glen; 2nd Eileen O’Connor The Glen; 3rd Mary Reardon The Glen
Next Whist Thurs 29th November
COMMUNITY CENTRE
Art on Monday night in Anya from 8-10pm
Men’s Group Meeting every Tuesday Night for Card & Draughts, why not come along for a chat and a cup of tea.
Contact Patrick Brennan on 087 9089618 or Martina on 0877613893.
MNÁ AN GHLEANNA
(Woman’s Group) meeting on Wednesday Nights €5 per person. 28th November - a Beauty Night with Glow Lisa 5th December - Cake Icing. There will be more dates to follow in the future. Contact the Centre on 0669479366 or Martina on 0877613893.
CONFERRING
Congratulations to Martina Tarrant who was conferred with Certificate of Arts in Mental Health in the community at UCC on Friday the 16th November. Well Done Martina
CHIROPODIST
The Chiropodist will be in the centre on Tuesday the 4th December
CHILDCARE
Martina’s childcare & naoinra open daily for further information tel. 087 9759736
GLEN CENTRE
Dinners, exercise, bingo weekly, also chiropodist, hairdresser, beautician and massage all available throughout the month. meals on wheels also available. to arrange transport please call 0669479366.
WATERVILLE WELL DONE
Well done to Georgia Dwyer, Rachel Dwyer, Shonagh Fitzpatrick, Sarah O’Sullivan and Brianna O’Sullivan who were part of the Colaiste na Sceilge senior football team that qualified for the Munster A semi-final after a great win over reigning champions Colaiste Choilm of Ballincollig on Friday last.
BRIDGE CLUB:
Results from Waterville Inn Thursday 22nd November. 1st Kathleen O’ Shea & Pat Murphy, 2nd Mary Frances & Steve Green,3rd Kay Neave & Michael Curran.
‘LIGHT TO REMEMBER’
KERRY HOSPICE FOUNDATION and UHK are hosting a ‘Light to Remember’ memorial Christmas tree ceremony on Sunday 2nd December. The ceremony will commence at 5pm at University Hospital Kerry with light refreshments and entertainment. The official turning on of the lights is at 5.30pm. This is an open invitation to everyone who would like to participate in this special Christmas remembrance ceremony.
CHARLIE CHAPLIN FESTIVAL AGM
THE CHARLIE CHAPLIN COMEDY FILM FESTIVAL AGM will take place on Monday 3rd December 2018 at 8pm in the Community Centre (side room). All welcome.
NCCWN SOUTH KERRY
NCCWN South Kerry will celebrate World Rural Women’s Day on Wednesday 5th December in Tech Amergin Waterville at 7.30pm. The evening features The Kavanagh sisters from Dublin and authors of the books ‘Click Click’ and ‘Why Go Back’ who will tell their story of abuse at the hands of their father. There will also be a showing of the Kerry made short film ‘Silence is Golden’. The evening is part of our campaign for the International 16 Days of Action of Opposing Violence Against Women which runs from November 25th to December 10th. Admission is free and refreshments will be served
PEARL MUSSEL PROJECT
This agri-environmental scheme is launching in 2019. There will be a farmer consultation meeting for the Currane catchment area in the Dromid Day centre on Wednesday 28th of November 2018 at 8pm. All welcome to attend!
TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY:
Join us on Friday 7th Dec @ 7.00pm at The Grotto for Official Lighting of The Community Christmas Tree. Carol Singing, Blessing of The Crib, Mulled Wine & Mince Pies and Hot Chocolate & Treats. All Welcome
CELEBRATING 60 YEARS OF MUSIC & SONG-
Paddy & Rose Fogarty, Sea Lodge Hotel, Sat. Dec 8th @ 9pm. Music by Domnic & Joe & others! Admission €10. Proceeds to Cahersiveen Hospital, Valentia Hospital and Air Ambulance.
GAA LOTTO
Results from draw of 22/11/18 in the Bayview with jackpot of €1,000. Numbers drawn 10-1123-30. No winner. €50 each to: Jim Donnelly, Lake Road; Fiona O’Sullivan, An Corcan (online); Sarah Ivinouski, Wexford. Next draw 29/11/2018 in the Sea Lodge with Jackpot of €1,100. www.watervillegaa.com
KAVANAGH SISTERS
On Wednesday 5th December in Tech Amergin Waterville at 7.30pm., NCCWN-South Kerry will host The Kavanagh sisters from Dublin and authors of the books ‘Click Click’ and ‘Why Go Back’ who will tell their story of abuse at the hands of their father. There will also be a showing of the Kerry made short film ‘Silence is Golden’.
The evening is part of our campaign for the International 16 Days of Action of Opposing Violence Against Women which runs from November 25th to December 10th.
Admission is free and refreshments will be served.
Kerry Hospice Foundation LIGHT TO REMEMBER
The Light To Remember Ceremony will take place on the grounds of University Hospital Kerry on the 2nd Of December starting at 5 pm. For the first time this is a joint effort by University Hospital Kerry and the Kerry Hospice Foundation with all funds raised going to the Foundation. There will be entertainment and refreshments provided and it is hoped to light up the tree at 5.30pm.
This ceremony coincides with our online virtual tree where you can light a up a light in memory of someone special and your tribute will appear on the page which is on our website. You also have the option of receiving a special card when you donate on line. All of the above will be available on the day of the ceremony, but if you would like to have your tribute on line follow the link below https:// pmsvault.com/Donation/Kerry1118/MemorialTree
We look forward to seeing you all on Sunday and we thank you for your continued support.
EVENTS/CHEQUE PRESENTATION
A huge well done to all in Killarney Cougars who raised funds for KHF after they played St Ambrose from the USA. A great event and a huge thank you to all who supported.
Thank you to Jane Roache along with Claire and Rachel, three ladies from Enable Ireland, Limerick who presented a cheque for €1013 from a coffee morning raised in memory of Mairead Cussen. We are grateful to you for this kind gesture and thank you for coming from Limerick to present the cheque.
TRAD FEST
The West End in Fenit held a trad fest on Sunday evening, which they have done the last few year and was always a huge success. A hugely entertaining night with great musicians playing during the evening. We are hugely grateful for the continued support.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Save the date :: The 4th of December in the River Island Hotel, Kathleen Reidy will demonstrate floral tribute making. All funds raised will go to Kerry Hospice Foundation and the Cork/Kerry link bus.
Know Your Rights GP VISIT CARD
Question: I am a full-time carer for my mother. I don=92t qualify for a medical card but I=92ve heard that a GP visit card for carers is now available. How do I apply to get one?
Answer: The rules for GP visit cards have changed. Now everyone who is getting Carer=92s Benefit or Carer=92s Allowance, at full rate or half rate, is eligible for a GP visit card.
To get the GP visit card, you complete the registration form for carers. The form does not ask for information about your income -- just your personal and contact details. You also need to get the form signed by your GP. You must choose your GP from the list of participating GPs. You can get a registration form, and the list of participating GPs, on medicalcard.ie or by calling LoCall 1890 252 919. You can also register for the card online at medicalcard.ie.
When you have a GP visit card, you can visit the GP for free. It also covers visits to outof-hours GP services. However, the GP visit card does not cover hospital charges. Prescribed drugs are not covered by the card but, if you use the Drugs Payment Scheme, there is a limit on how much you have to pay for prescriptions each month. At present, you pay a maximum of €134 in a calendar month for approved prescribed drugs and medicines for use by yourself and your family in that month. You can download an application form for the Drugs Payment Scheme from the Health Service Executive (HSE) website, hse.ie, or you can get an application form from your pharmacy or Local Health Office.