AROUND THE DISTRICTS
Our Lady’s Island PILGRIMAGE
Our Pilgrimage season commenced on Wednesday last with a huge attendance despite the poor weather conditions. It continues with Mass at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. every day. Eucharistic Holy Hour every Tuesday and Thursday from 5.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. Healing with blessing of Oils after 3 p.m. Mass. On Sunday next, August 26, the Papal Mass from the Phoenix Park will be shown on a Big Screen at 3 p.m. Come and experience with others and family this once in a lifetime event. GAA LOTTO
Congratulations to Liz Rooney (seller Keith Rooney) and John/ Aimee Winters (selleer Pádraig Power) on sharing in the matchthree prize last week winning €270 each. The winning number were 2, 6, 24 and 34. Tonight’s jackpot is €13,600. Be in to win. SPLIT-THE-POT
Congratulations to Theresa Doyle, Airdownes on winning €170 in last week’s split-the-pot draw. Draw takes place in the community centre on Sundays after Mass. BALLYCOGLEY PLAYERS
Please note our Celebration Night will now take place on Friday, August 24, at 8.30 p.m. in the Halfway House, Ballycogley (not Saturday the 25th as previously advertised). All past and present members of our group are invited to join us on the night.
The 2018 AGM will take place on Thursday, August 30, at 7.45 p.m. in Tomhaggard Social Centre. A cheque presentation to the Rape Crisis Centre from funds raised at our performance of the Night Alive in the National Opera House back in May will take place just before the meeting commences.
Congratulations to group member Jack Allen on his fantastic leaving cert results. Best of luck for the future Jack, you’re a star.
We were delighted to take part in the variety concert as part of the fifth Leo Carthy Weekend on the August bank holiday. It was a great night of entertainment and laughter for the huge audience to enjoy. Well done to Seán Carthy, Shay Hannon, Paddy McGuire, Terence O’Byrne, Catherine Walsh and Trish Boyce, who took part in the comedy sketches on the night and also to Breda and Nick Hayes, who were in charge of the lighting. Well done to the organising committee on another brilliant weekend. We’re looking forward to next year already. RathanganCleariestown NOTES
If you have any news or information that you would like to submit in the weekly notes you can contact Rathangan Parish Hall at 051 563039 between 9.30 a.m. and 1.30 p.m. or leave a message.
Also you can email your notice to rathanganhall@gmail. com. At the latest all notes must be received by 10 a.m. on Friday Morning. COMMUNITY LOTTO
There was no winner of last week’s jackpot of €13,400. The winning numbers were 2, 6, 24 and 34. There were three matchthree winners who received €270 each. The winners were Natasha Hudson, Liz Rooney, John/Aimee Winters. The next lotto draw will be held on Tuesday, August 21, and the jackpot now stands at €13,600. ANNIVERSARY MASS
The first Anniversary Mass for Gerard Murphy will take place in Rathangan Church on Saturday, August 25, at 7 p.m. SPLIT-THE-POT
Last week’s winner was Sammy Sinnott winning €126. Sammy kindly donated the money to the club. Next draw Thursday, August 23, in Atlantic Bar, Cullenstown. Thank you for your support. BUS TO OUR LADY’S ISLAND
There will be a mini-bus going to Our Lady’s Island for the closing ceremonies on Sunday evening September 9, fare €10 pick up points: Campile, Ramsgrange, Elm tree cross, and Wellingtonbridge. Contact Details – Nicholas Bowe 051 388437 Or 087 9418661. COMMUNITY PLAYSCHOOL
Cleariestown Community Playschool will reopen on Wednesday, August 29. We open at 9.30 a.m. till 12.30 p.m. Please note this is a day before the National school. Enrolments will take place on the morning. Any enquires please contact Jenny at 087 4189210 or Michelle 087 6606242. FLOSS FUNDRAISER
Ava and Amber Newport and their family would like to extend a massive thank you to everyone who embraced their awareness event for child and adolescent mental health services at Carne beach on August 12.
Their event, a beach floss, saw well over 300 people in attendance which was organized and supplied by volunteers and donations. This event was supported and encouraged in Wexford and as far away as America with local papers and radio stations taking a keen interest in running their story.
Cllr Frank Staples offered support and guidance to the girls whilst Cllr Ger Carthy, Cllr Davy Hynes and Cllr Lisa MacDonald spoke on the day about fighting for an acceptable child and adolescent mental health service in Wexford and the importance of the community uniting in numbers to regain this service for Wexford and beyond. Rosslare Harbour BALLYCOGLEY PLAYERS
Please note our Celebration Night will now take place on Friday, August 24, at 8.30 p.m. in the Halfway House, Ballycogley (not Saturday the 25th as previously advertised). All past and present members of our group are invited to join us on the night.
The 2018 AGM will take place on Thursday, August 30, at 7.45 p.m. in Tomhaggard Social Centre. A cheque presentation to the Rape Crisis Centre from funds raised at our performance of the Night Alive in the National Opera House back in May will take place just before the meeting commences.
Congratulations to group member Jack Allen on his fantastic leaving cert results he received on Wednesday last. Best of luck for the future Jack, you’re a star.
We were delighted to take part in the variety concert as part of the fifth Leo Carthy Weekend on the August bank holiday. It was a great night of entertainment and laughter for the huge audience to enjoy. Well done to Seán Carthy, Shay Hannon, Paddy McGuire, Terence O’Byrne, Catherine Walsh and Trish Boyce, who took part in the comedy sketches on the night and also to Breda and Nick Hayes, who were in charge of the lighting. Well done to the organising committee on another brilliant weekend. We’re looking forward to next year already. Rosslare Strand ROSSLARE YOUTH CLUB
Rosslare Youth Club is 50 this year and all former members and leaders are invited to our 50th Anniversary Celebration at Rosslare Community Centre on Friday, August 24, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is free and light refreshments will be provided. Please get in touch if you have any queries at 087 1334039 or private message to Facebook at Rosslare Youth Club. Kindly sponsored by Centra Rosslare and FDYS Wexford.
Registration will take place for Rosslare Youth Club 2018/2019 on Friday, September 7, at 7 p.m. – parents and members must attend. Registration forms need to be returned before members
can attend RYC Registration Fee of €15 payable on the night, €2 per week thereafter. Start night for first years and new members ONLY on Friday, September 14, and full membership club will resume on Friday, September 21. We urgently need new male and female leaders for this year (over 18 years); if you would like to be part of the club we would love to hear from you. Please get in touch if you have any queries at 087 1334039 or private message me on Facebook at Rosslare Youth Club. CHARITY BOUTIQUE
With the arrival of the new season, New2U Charity Boutique urgently require donation of good quality clothing and small household goods. We are open seven days throughout the summer – Monday to Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. BINGO
Every Wednesday Coast Rosslare Strand is the venue for Family Bingo night. Doors open at 7.30, play starts at 8 p.m. €5 per sheet. Weekly raffle. Fun for all the family – come and support your local community. SUMMER ACTIVITIES
Summer camp at Rosslare Sports and Community Centre runs every weekday till the end of August from 9.30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is €15 per day per child or €65 per week. No need to book – just register your child on the day. For more info contact 053 9132202 or email rcda@outlook.ie.
Five-a-side Soccer Tournament. Sponsored by Coast Rosslare. Monday to Friday at 4 p.m. €4 per person
Tennis Time. 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. daily throughout July and August. Six to 12 years. €10 per day/€40 per week – family discounts available. Bring a snack for break. ST MARY’S GAA
The club is running a race night at Culleton’s Kilrane on Friday, August 24, at 8.30 p.m., with musical entertainment to follow. €10 per horse – contact any committee
member for tickets or call Conor Roche at 087 2027202.
St Mary’s has had a string of recent successes for the adult football and hurling teams, the under-13s and the under-17s. The fundraising lottery stands at €17,600 at the time of going to press – tickets can be purchased in various locations throughout the parish.
The club’s Strictly Come Dancing event is on the horizon; there is still a need for a few participants. Contact Conor Roche at 087 2027202. COMMUNITY/ SPORTS CENTRE
Events at Rosslare Community and Sports Centre are as follows.
Schoolboys/Girls’ Soccer Club – Academy Saturday 11 a.m. to midday/under-11s Monday 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Girls/ under-15s
Monday 7 p.m. to 8 p.m/ under-14s Tuesday 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Girls/under-10s Wednesday 6 p.m. to 7 p.m/under-11s Wednesday 7 p.m. to 8 p.m/under-9s Thursday
6 p.m. to 7 p.m/under-12s Thursday 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Call Colm at 087 6087475.
St Paul’s Athletics Club Mon and Wed on Rosslare Track under-10s 5.30 p.m. to 6.15 p.m. Older 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Call Leo at 086 3103417. Find us on Facebook.
Menapians Athletics Club – Tues, Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m., seven years +/€4 per session Call 087 9955505.
Boxing Club. Enrolment for this season on Tuesday, September 4, nine years + boys and girls. Training every Tue and Thursday 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Contact Teresa at 085 1592984 for information.
Youth Club – Come along on Fridays from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m/€2 per week/first to sixth year students. Lots of activities, discos and trips. Parents and members can join our Facebook group.
Rosslare Bowls Club – Finals on 15/16 and September 22/23. Call Catherine at 086 8177679 rosslarebowlsclub.com.
Tai Chi – Monday and Wednesday at 9.30 a.m. on the beach.
Men’s Sheds – Mon, Tuesday and Thursday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Call Jim at 087 6815029.
Rosslare Active Retirement – Next meeting 10.30 Tuesday, June 26, at Coast Rosslare. This month will feature a fascinating talk on bees – For more info call 086 0692330.
Women’s Sheds – Wednesday 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Call Jackie at 087 6468677 or Paula at 086 7870696. Rosslare Tennis Club – Friday at 9.30 a.m. New players wanted. €2.
Forever Fit Dancefit. – Saturday at 10 a.m. Hi energy, heart pumping, body toning. €8 (payas-you-go) Call Amanda at 087 9713339. Visitors and drop-ins always welcome.
Forever Fit Active 50+ – Dance exercise to music. Every Saturday at 11.30 a.m. €8 (pay-as-yougo) Call Amanda at 087 9713339 to book. Visitors and drop-ins always welcome
Rosslare Badminton Club – Saturday at 11.30 a.m. New members needed and welcome. €3 (pay-as-you-go)
Zumba classes every Tuesday at 7 p.m. €6 (pay-as-you-go). For more info, contact louise.ellard@ yahoo.com.
Yoga – Sharon’s classes will shortly be returning to the community centre – follow our Facebook page for updates.
Badminton Club – Saturday at 11.30 a.m. New members needed and welcome. €3 (pay-as-yougo) SPLIT-THE-POT
Congratulations to this week’s winner Caitriona Colley, who picked up €130. Caitriona played split-the-pot in Lollitots, envelopes are also available at Cafe Lily’s, Cushen’s Tagoat, Nosh N Coffee, The Enterprise centre, The Lotus Restaurant, Tides, The Bay, The Bay fish and chip, Centra, Cois Barry House, Kelly’s Hotel Swimming Pool, The Pharmacy, Coast, Turners garage and Sami’s takeaway and convenient store. The next draw will take place in Tides on Friday, August 10. SUMMER QUIZ
The last Family Fun Quiz will take place in Coast this Tuesday, August 21, 8.30 p.m. What better way to prepare the old brain cells for school. There I said the dreaded word – School. €20 per table all proceeds to the split-the-pot community group. TIDY TOWNS
On Monday the 13th we were delighted to take part in a Community Beach/Dune Clean-up. This was organised by the Environmental Section of Wexford County Council, we would like to Thank them for organising what was a timely Clean of the entire Beach, it certainly compliments the work we do on an on going basis.
Also we would like to Thank the very many TT Volunteers, who turned out after what has been a long and work intensive Spring/summer Season.
While we await the results of this year’s National Competition we are continuing with the normal maintenance work and again we would ask for your co-operation especially with the removal of litter and weeds from outside ‘Your Own Patch’.