AROUND THE DISTRICTS
Ballymurn SILVER CIRCLE FUNDRAISER
Tickets are selling fast across the parish and the community centre Development Committee would like to thank everyone generously supporting this initiative. With all local clubs and organisations behind the fundraiser, the committee is looking forward to selling out all tickets ahead of the first draw in November. More information can be found on our Facebook page Crossabeg-Ballymurn Community Centre Development Project.
CHURCH NEWS
All Saints Day is Thursday, November 1 – Masses 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. All Souls Day – Friday, November 2 – Mass at 10 a.m. and 8 p.m.
BINGO
Bingo is played in the Anvil in Ballymurn every Monday night at 9 p.m.
IRISH NIGHT
Come along and enjoy a night of music song and dance on Friday, October 26, in the Anvil Pub.
YOUTH CLUB
Youth Club meets every Friday night in the hall from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. New members always welcome.
Blackwater TIDY TOWNS AGM
The Blackwater Tidy Towns AGM takes place on Thursday, November 29, 2108, 7 p.m. Blackwater Hall. Positions available for 2019: Vice-chairperson, treasurer, secretary, Public Relations Officer/Press Officer. Other possible roles: Assistant secretary, Fás/TÚS Overseer and Co-Ordinator.
GAA CLUB NOTES
Next year’s minor team have entered the George O’Connor hurling tournament which starts this Sunday. The lads play away to St Anne’s, throw in 11 a.m.
Tomas Murphy, Patrick O’Connor and Feidhlim Roche were part of the St Peter’s Senior Hurling team who played two Leinster League games this week with all three starting both games. They played Dublin South Dublin Schools on Monday with Feidhlim starting corner back, Pad wing forward and Mossy full. Mossy and Pad were on the scoresheet with Pad scoring 1-7 (six from frees) and Mossy scoring 0-1. Unfortunately they lost out on a final score of 1-14 to 2-22 but Dublin South Schools are an amalgamation of a number of different schools. In their second game on Wednesday they played Kilkenny CBS, the boys retained there starting places albeit Mossy moving to corner forward. Again Pad was on the scoresheet 0-7 in total and Mossy scoring 0-1. Well done to the three lads.
In the Rackard league, unfortunately our girls lost in the District final by four points.
The club is currently selling tickets for the Thousand to One draw. Three tickets for €25 so please support as it goes towards the running and development of the club.
The under-20 footballers finally play their Division 3 quarter final against Ferns St Aidan’s this Saturday at 4 p.m. in Ferns. Best of luck to the team and management of Dean Wright and Denis O’Brien.
200 CLUB
Congratulations to Pj Fortune and Paddy & Mary O Brien who were the monthly winners for September They both receive €100. Many thanks to all members for their continued support
COLÁISTE AN ÁTHA OPEN NIGHT
Coláiste an Átha will host their annual night for fifth and sixth class students on Thursday, October 25. We look forward to welcoming prospective students and their families from 5.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. Ms Martin will speak to parents and guardians in her Principal’s address at 6.45 p.m. Guided tours will be available on the evening.
CHARITY SHOP SEEKS DONATIONS
The Irish Wheelchair Association Charity Shop on Crescent Quay, Wexford are looking for donations of good condition clothes, shoes, bric a brac and books. All donations will be very gratefully received.
Glenbrien CRAFT FAIR 2018
The annual Oylegate-Glenbrien Craft Fair will be held in Oylegate Community Centre on Sunday, November 18, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tables €20 each. Refreshments available. Exhibitors from Oylegate-Glenbrien Parish will be given first preference.
Parish Exhibitions must be booked by Tuesday, November 6, as after that all remaining tables will be open to all. A certain number of tables will be assigned for Student’s Mini companies and again first preference will be given to students from Oylegate-Glenbrien, who should book before November 6 or else places will be given to others. To book a table please phone 087 4187674.
BINGO
Bingo is played in Mernagh’s Lounge in Oylegate every Thursday night at 9 p.m. – a great fun night out. Thanks to those who continue to support this event the money for extra sheet goes to the Parish Fund in Glenbrien. A huge thank you to Mernaghs for this.
GLENBRIEN PRIMARY SCHOOL
The school will have its annual Halloween Witch Walk on Thursday next. All parents and guardians are welcome to come along dress up and take part in this great fun event.
JOURNAL LAUNCH
The launch of the Oylegate-Glenbrien Parish Journal will take place on Saturday, November 17, at 8.30 p.m. in Oylegate Community Centre. Details to follow later.
Oylegate HALLOWEEN DISCO
Oylegate School parents’ association are hosting a Children’s Fancy Dress Halloween Disco in Oylegate Community Centre on Sunday, October 28, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Complimentary drinks and treats for children and tea or coffee for adults. Admission €5 per child or €10 per family. Please come along and join the fun.
PARISH JOURNAL
The launch of the Oylegate-Glenbrien Parish Journal will take place on Saturday, November 17, at 8.30 p.m. in Oylegate Community Centre. Details to follow later.
CRAFT FAIR
The annual Oylegate-Glenbrien Craft Fair will be held in Oylegate Community Centre on Sunday, November 18, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tables €20 each. Refreshments available. Exhibitors from Oylegate-Glenbrien Parish will be given first preference.
Parish Exhibitions must be booked by Tuesday, November 6, as after that all remaining tables will be open to all. A certain number of tables will be assigned for Student’s Mini companies and again first preference will be given to students from Oylegate-Glenbrien, who should book before November 6 or else places will be given to others. To book a table please phone 087 4187674.
REMEMBRANCE MASS
The annual November Mass in remembrance of our Dead will take place on Saturday, November 3, at 6.30 p.m.
OYLEGATE FOLK GROUP
Oylegate Folk Group are inviting NEW MEMBERS to join them (singers and instrumentalists). If you are interested please contact Maura at 087 9332717.
THURSDAY BINGO
Bingo every Thursday night in Mernagh’s Lounge, Oylegate at 9 p.m. The next 10 weeks raffle are in aid of the Glenbrien Church Funds. Please come along and support this cause while having a fun night out. A great excuse to catch up with friends while fundraising at the same time.
GAA NEWS
The under-15 shield final has been postponed till October 30.
SUNDAY BINGO
Bingo continues in the Slaney Inn on Sunday nights at 8 p.m. with many cash prizes on offer. Oylegate United are the local charity currently benefiting on the night and would like to invite all interested to come along for a great night, and all support would be greatly appreciated.
LOCAL LINK WEXFORD
Local Link Wexford provides secure, reliable and affordable transport for the rural communities of County Wexford. Services are open to everyone and all ages. The services will accommodate those attending appointments, shopping etc. Where possible they will collect passengers from their homes. An information booklet together with timetable is available at the back of the church.
MASS TIMES
Please note Mass times in Oylegate: Saturday vigil Mass is at 6.30 p.m. Sunday morning Mass is at 10.30 a.m.
The Ballagh CHRISTMAS FAIR
A Christmas Fair will be held in the Ballagh Community Centre on Sunday, November 18, between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Anyone interested in having a Table at the Christmas Fair (at a cost of €20) is asked to contact Bessie Kehoe at 087 2358835.The proceeds will go towards refurbishment of the hall.
HALLOWEEN DISCO
A Kids Halloween Disco will be held in the Ballagh Community Centre on Sunday, October 28, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Come and enjoy a Fun Day, with prizes for the Best Costume. Admission will be €5 per person. All proceeds will go to the Ballagh United Soccer Club.
BOXING CLUB
Training resumes in the Ballagh on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 6.30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and from 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. for underage boxers and beginners.
OPEN MIC NIGHTS
The Sawdust Inn will host Open Mic Nights, for eight weeks, starting on Thursday, September 27, with the proceeds going to the Community First Responder Unit. Music will be by Teresa and the Stars.
365 HURLING
365 Hurling takes place in the the Ballagh NS every Wednesday, weather permitting. Children from first class to sixth class are all invited to take part, doing fundamental movement and hurling skills from 8 a.m. to 8.50 a.m. before school. If you need more information please do not hesitate to contact the school principal, Mr Darren Nolan or Shane Reddy, Club Coaching Officer.
SPLIT-THE-POT
Congratulations to the latest winners of the Ballagh split-thepot-Pauline Davitt (€81) and Callum Gahan (€80). It costs just €2 to play and entry envelopes can be found in all local businesses: Tim’s Chipper, Caroline’s Hairdressing, Bob’s Bar, Lounge, Shop and Takeaway, The Sawdust, Barry Walsh’s Car Servicing, The Unyoke Cafe, The Trading Post, Angelo’s Takeaway, The post office, The School Office and Boland’s XL Thanks to everyone who support this fundraiser.
GAA FUNDRAISER
Oulart-The Ballagh GAA Club is delighted to announce that they are running a Mayoral Election and on Saturday, October 13, the fundraiser was launched in the local Community Centre. There are two candidates declared in ‘The race to be Mayor’ and we can look forward to an exciting campaign over the coming weeks.
Best of luck to Phil Redmond and Martin ‘Sponger’ Fortune, one of whom will be crowned ‘Mayor of Oulart-The Ballagh’. Phil Redmond’s team have organised a bingo to take place in Oulart Community Centre on October 28, beginning at 8 p.m. and on Sunday, November 4, they will hold a Card Drive in Oulart Hill Bar.
UNDERAGE GAA
Well done to the under-14 hurlers on their fine start in the Martin Storey Tournament when they defeated Ferns St Aidan’s on a scoreline of five goals 15 points to five points.
Congratulations also to the Rackard League Football team from the primary schools in Oulart and the Ballagh on winning the Roinn C District Final against Marshalstown-Castledockrell last week. Oulart-The Ballagh had been runners-up in the same District competition for the two previous years. And let’s not forget that the primary schoolboys are already holders of the Roinn one Rackard League title. Best of luck to the players in the forthcoming Co. semi-final and thank you to the teachers for coaching and organising the teams.
UNDERAGE CAMOGIE
As the competitive season draws to a close and only a couple of under-16 and under-18 fixtures to be played, the camogie club organised an enjoyable afternoon in Leisure Max for the players from under-six to under-12.
Certificates were presented to all the girls and the under-10 team were presented with their medals by three of the younger players on the senior team, namely Lauren Sinnott, Siobhán Sinnott and Anais Curran. Underage camogie mentors Patrick Fortune, Hughie O’Connor and Mick Redmond deserve great credit and thanks for their hard work throughout the year as does Bridget Moran for her service in the area of First Aid.
CFR GOING LIVE
The Oulart Unit of Community First Responders will be going live on Friday, November 2, seven nights a week and all day at weekends, assisting the National Ambulance Service, on a totally voluntary basis.
COLÁISTE AN ÁTHA
The annual Open Night for fifth and sixth class students will take place on Thursday, October 25. The school looks forward to welcoming prospective students and their families from 5.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. Ms Martin will speak to parents/guardians in her Principal’s address at 6.45 p.m. Guided tours of the school will be available on the evening.