ROSSLARE HARBOUR
ST MARY’S GAA
Winning numbers for Tuesday 14th May were 8, 17, 21 and 26. No Jackpot Winner and 3 Match 3 Winners–Congratulations to Brian Cloney and Rosslare Hbr Accommodation Centre x 2. Our next draw will take place on Tuesday 21st May with a Jackpot of €8,250.
ST PAUL’S A.C.
Congratulations to Artem Kelly, representing Meanscoil Gharman in the Leinster Schools Track & Field Championships in Santry. Artem was 3rd in the Intermediate Triple Jump and 5th in the Long Jump.
IRISH FERRIES
P & O Ferries ship, the Spirit of Britain, is to be transferred to Irish Ferries and introduced on the Dover to Calais route next month under a different name. Hopefully this will see one of the Irish Ferries three ships return to the Rosslare Pembroke route, possibly the Isle of Innisfree. It will be welcome news to see foot passengers once again permitted on this route.
BALLYCOGLEY PLAYERS
The Ballycogley Players performed in the RTE All-Ireland Drama Festival Final at the Dean Crowe Theatre in Athlone, for the first time in the group’s 49 year history, last Thursday. On Saturday evening many of the cast and crew attend the awards gala. We were delighted to receive third place overall, we also received the following awards– Best Supporting Actor–Sean Carthy,The Bride Rosney Award for Outstanding Newcomer–Shay Hannon and nominations–Best Director–Pat Whelan, Best Actor– Fr Pat Mernagh and Best Stage Mangement–Celine Tracey.
This was a great achievement for our first visit to the All-Ireland Open Finals. Tuesday night saw the 19th and final performance of ‘Out of Order’ in Gorey Little Theatre, with the Raffle proceeds of €1000 going to The Hope Centre Enniscorthy in memory of our dear friend Con Doyle, the group has decided to match the €1,000 with proceeds from ticket sales.
As we bid farewell to a play that has taken Ballycogley Players on their most memorable journey to date, the group would like to thank all those who helped make our journey successful, a special mention must go to our director, Pat Whelan, our main sponsor Hidden Hearing, all our sponsors and Raymond Doyle who generously provided his vans to transport the set. Finally to you our ever loyal audiences, we hope the near 5,000 of you that saw “Out of Order” enjoyed it as much as we did. Finally we would like to thank Cllr Ger Carthy and Hidden Hearing for their generous sponsorship of our Ballycogley Players tops.
BEREAVEMENTS
Sincere sympathy is offered to the O’Donoghue family, Kilrane Inn, on the death of their mother Mary (Maisie) O’Donoghue, Ballyhote, who passed away on May 11th. Maisie was very outgoing and friendly, she enjoyed many activities especially the art classes in Tagoat Daycare Centre. She is deeply missed by her sons Jim and Michael, daughter Karen, sister Lily, grandchildren, son-in-law Mark, daughters-in-law Mary and Helen, brother-in-law, sisters-inlaw, nieces, nephews, neighbours and friends. The funeral Mass for Maisie was celebrated in St Ruane’s church, Kilrane and afterwards was laid to rest in St Aidans cemetery. Maisie was pre-deceased by her late husband Michael.
Condolences also to Anna Marie Sheil and family, Barryville on the death of her mother, the late Patricia Jones, Whiterock, Wexford who passed away on May 1st.
Sympathy also to Ray Connolly and family, Greenore Park on the death of his father Larry of Ballyconnigar, Blackwater and to Paddy Connolly on the death of his brother. Larry passed away on May 2nd.
May they Rest in Peace.
ROSSLARE HARBOUR RNLI
The Rosslare RNLI Golf Classic will take place on Friday 7th June. Team of 4–€120 (payment on the day by cash, card or cheque). Sponsorship of tee box–€50. Timesheet available by contacting Des Murphy on 087 2350272 or desbmurphy@gmail. com. This event is sponsored by Senator Windows.
ROSSLARE STRAND ROSSLARE COMMUNITY & SPORTS CENTRE
We are now open 7 days a week, closing at 9pm on weekdays and 5pm at the weekend. All of our facilities are available to families at an incredible price of €120; membership offers a family of up to 6 people unlimited use of tennis courts, golf course, bowling green, playground, running track, and subsidised fees on our Padel courts. Great value at any time but particularly now when courts and golf course are more freely available. Memberships run to 31 December 2024. Call in, call us up on 9132202 or visit our website to apply online if that’s easier www.rosslareholidayresort.ie.
SUMMER PROGRAMME - As the school holidays are on the horizon, we are busy putting the final touches to our Summer programme at the Community Centre. A number of camps have been confirmed for the months of July and August. Details can be found on our website www. rosslareholidayresort.ie/camps. Please note all camp places must be booked directly with the organisers. Camps are filling quickly so early booking is advisable!
SUMMERFEST 2004 - We are currently planning our annual Family day here in Rosslare Strand. This year’s event will take place on Sunday 28 July, and will feature all the usual favourites; the annual dog show, children’s entertainment, sporting events and a host of craft and food stalls. Bookings are currently being taken for stalls; please contact us on 053 9132202 or at info@rosslarestrand.ie for details.
PADEL & PICKLEBALL TASTER SESSION - We are pleased to host Sports Active Wexford here at the Centre on 23rd May. A Padel and Pickleball taster session will form part of the Bealtaine Festival which runs across the county. No experience necessary — this session will introduce you to the fundamentals of Padel and Pickleball. To register your interest please contact anna.flynn@ wexfordcoco.ie.
SOCIAL TENNIS - Our very popular social tennis sessions have returned. Players of all levels are very welcome. Sessions are run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6pm to 8pm and on Saturdays from 1pm to 3pm. No pre-booking necessary — just turn up ready to play!
BOXFIT - Run by Rosslare Boxing Club, Boxfit offers a great way to get fit. A non-contact class for all levels of fitness, offering strength conditioning, cardio fitness and weight loss. Runs on Monday and Friday — 7pm to 8.30pm. No need to book–€8 per session.
STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING CIRCUITS - Now available in the heart of Rosslare village. Active Breaks now offer 45 minute sessions on their newly developed 6 station circuit. For more information, following their Facebook link ‘Active Breaks Wexford’ or check out the website www.activebreaks.ie
NEW 2U CHARITY BOUTIQUE - Summer has arrived at New 2U, with a lovely range of seasonal clothing, colourful accessories and household items. We are open from Monday to Saturday from 10am to 5pm. Donations of new or lightly-worn clothing, bric a brac, jewellery and small household items are always welcome. Please leave donations to Rosslare Community Centre (open till 9pm on weekdays, and till 5pm at weekends)
SOCIAL EVENINGS
Our very popular get togethers are proving to be a huge hit. The next event is scheduled for 21st May. The events offer an opportunity to meet with old friends and new over some light refreshments, with guest speakers and activities featuring throughout the year. All are welcome. Contact the Centre on 9132202 for more information
ACTIVE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION
In May we have a trip to Farmleigh House and the Tenement Museum in Dublin and this trip is fully booked up. In the following months we travel to Powerscourt House and Gardens and Avoca shop and café, and later in the summer we go on The Barrow Princess to Waterford. Further trips later in the year will be advised on our WhatsApp group before we head to Montenegro in October.
In the meantime our coffee mornings continue each Tuesday at 10.30am in Coast Hotel where all are welcome in particular potential new members.
Irish Alzheimer’s Society - On 4th June at 11am the ARA will have a speaker from The Irish Alzheimer’s Society coming to give a talk at Coast Hotel. This is an open meeting and if anyone in the community is interested in this talk they are more than welcome to come along as it’s not confined to Active Retirement Members.
SPLIT THE POT
The winner of this week’s Split the Pot is John Murphy who won €122. John bought his envelope in Redmonds The Bay. Next Draw is on 31st May.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION HUB
The Information Hub is currently open Friday, Saturday and Sunday but as and from June we will be open daily for the summer months.
The hub is manned by volunteers and if you could give us 2 hours per week to provide information to locals and visitors we would love you to join us. Drop in if you are passing to find out more or contact by email at rosslaredevelopmentassociation@ gmail.com
It’s a great way to meet people and to learn what Wexford has to offer.
TAGHMONCAMROSS CHURCH NEWS
Weekend Mass Schedule - Saturday: Cleariestown 6pm–Caroreigh 8pm. Sunday: Trinity 9am–Taghmon 10.15am– Rathangan 11.30am
Weekday Mass Schedule - Tuesday: Cleariestown 9.30am. Wednesday: Caroreigh 9.30am. Thursday: Rathangan 9.30am. Friday: Taghmon 9.30am
Dates for your Diary: Prayers at Blessed Well Saturday 8th June after Mass. Pattern Day in Kilgarvan Sunday 30th June at 2pm. Caroreigh Field Day Sunday 28th July at 1.30pm. Tickets will be available shortly.
CAMROSS HALL NEWS
DANCING AT CAMROSS - Next monthly dance is on Friday 7th June, dancing to the ever-popular Teresa & the Stars Admission is €10 including The Tea. Dancing 10 pm till late. Please note later start time.
CAMROSS HALL 100 - 2024 is a very special year for Camross Hall as we celebrate our Centenary Year — 100 years since the original Hall was built. We have lots of exciting events planned for 2024 and look forward to your patronage.
Check out Camross Hall’s Facebook Page for further details on all upcoming events. Eircode Y35 YY89
CAMROSS ICA
The May meeting of Camross ICA was held on Monday, 13th May, in Camross Hall.
Mary Nolan, Guild President, passed votes of sympathy with members who lost loved ones in the past month.
The ICA Has Got Talent evening held in Camross Hall on 25th April, was a great success. Worthy winners were Kilrane/ Rosslare ICA Novelty Act, which was excellent entertainment. Well done everyone, a great presentation. Second place went to Davidstown ICA Novelty Act. Again, a great effort. Third place went to Breda Jacob, Oulart ICA Guild, with a wonderful recitation. Maith an cailin, Breda. Fourth place went to Camross ICA Guild, with their Group Singing led by Breda Nolan. Lovely version of Isle of Hope, Isle of Tears. Fifth place went to Nuala Wickham, Kilrane/ Rosslare ICA Guild with another beautiful recitation. Well done, Nuala.
Camross Guild Mummers gave a lovely display of Mumming, Breda Cahill. Federation President, treated us to a poem and musicians Joan Quigley, Peter Hughes and Phil Power supplied terrific music which had the hall humming.
Two worthy charities split the receipts, Kilmore Quay RNLI and ICA Mental Health Charity. Thank you to all who helped in any way on the night.
Federation Meeting was held in Oulart Hall on 29th April. Dympna Kelly came first in the Brown Bread competition, and
Mary Nolan came third. Well done, both of you.
On April 30th, Camross Guild Mummers performed at Michael Fortune’s May Bush Festival, in Ballindaggin. Everyone present really enjoyed the display and came and talked to us of their own memories of Mumming. It was a very enjoyable, magical evening of music, song and dance. Our musicians Joan, Peter and Phil did us proud. Good on you for all the music and travelling so far to play for us. Go raibh maith agaibh go leir.
ST. GARVAN’S N.S. CAROREIGH
Enrolment is open for 20242025. For further information contact St. Garvan’s N.S., Caroreigh, Taghmon, Y35 E773. See www.stgarvansns.ie/enrolment (053)9134294
TAGHMON GOLF SOCIETY
Results from where it all began for Shane Lowry, Esker Hills! 1st Jason White 37pts. 2 nd Barry McGrath 33pts. 3rd Eamonn Roche 32pts. Cat1 John Goff 31 pts. Cat2 Jim O’Keeffe 28pts. Cat3 MICKO Grady 28pts. F9 David Kelly 17pts. B9 Rory Murphy 14pts. Visitor: Kevin. N pin: Barry McGrath. 2 club €35 each. Bonus ball Eamonn Roche €100. Well done to all winners.
TAGHMON UNITED
Taghmon United AFC split the pot is now available online. This week’s winner is Mal Mc Loughlin winning a whopping €520. See our Facebook page for more details. Normal purchase of envelopes in the shops is still available also. We thank you all for your continued support.
ST. FINTAN’S N.S. TAGHMON
St. Fintan’s N.S. Taghmon, is now accepting enrolments for September2024 in both mainstream and our Autism Class. Enrolment forms are available on our website taghmonns.com and from the school office.
ST VINCENT DE PAUL
The Society of St Vincent de Paul are currently trying to recruit more volunteers in the Taghmon Area. The members visit people in their own homes and help them through difficult times. Full induction training is provided to new volunteers. Please contact: 0879223778 for further information.
BBCT COMMUNITY GAMES
If anyone has any queries in relation to Community Games please get in touch with Phyllis 0879966185 or Maria 0861943483.
Next up is the team events, good luck to the U12 & U14 girls football teams going forward.
TAGHMON ATHLETIC CLUB NEWS
Don’t forget Spring into Summer which takes place on Monday at 7pm-8pm, all fitness levels welcome.
CAMROSS DRAMA GROUP
Follow Camross Drama Group on Facebook for updates.
YOUR CORRESPONDENT
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