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GRAIGUENAMANAGHSCOUTS BULLETIN
Weekend 25th/26th March 2017 WEBSITE www.graigscouts.org E-MAIL - [email protected] SCOUT HALLThe Scout Hall and the Meeting room/kitchen upstairs are available for bookings. Please contact Pauline O’ Brien, 087 2207115.
Carlow County Development Partnership and Waterways IrelandPlease take as notice that our meeting that was scheduled for the 22nd March 2017 will now be postponed to a future date which has yet to be confirmed. This is to allow the evaluation committee the opportunity to schedule their meeting to accommodate all parties. I would like to apologise for any inconvenience and I will contact you forthwith with an alternative date as soon as I receive confirmation. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the proposed uses expressed by the community for the lock house in upper Tinnahinch. If you would like more information on this meeting or you would like an expression of interest form please contact Paula on 086 0439172 or e mail [email protected]
Daffodil DayDaffodil Day will take place on Friday 24th outside Doran’s Supervalu, anyone who has fresh daffodils please leave them into Doran’s
St Lazerian’s HouseThe Board of Management of St Lazerian's House, Bagenalstown, are delighted to announce the official opening of the new extension on Monday the 3rd April from 10am to 2pm. Minister Helen McEntee will officially cut the ribbon at 10.30 together with one of our residents Esther Dowling. The Minister will stay with us for a couple of hours to meet the residents, staff and guests. We would like to take this opportunity to invite the local community and all who supported us with our fundraising events over the years to make this day possible. It has taken almost seven years of local fundraising together with support from the HSE and National lottery to arrive at this day. The extension and renovation which will bring St. Lazerian’s up to date with all the latest health standards will have two new bedrooms, two new toilets, a new shower room, a new clinical room and a new hairdressing and chiropody room.All of the service areas have been refurbished and there is a new entrance which will give greater privacy to the residents. We look forward to seeing you. Refreshments will be served between 10am and 2pm, All Welcome.
Fleadh Cheoil
AcknowledgmentFenlon Family Bereavement
Following the passing of the late Edward (Ned) Fenlon, Coolroe on 30th Jan 2017 the family wish to extend their sincere gratitude to those who came to visit Edward throughout his illness. Special thanks to Dr. Helley for his care and support and to Bernie and all within the nursing team, Chuid eile i siochain.
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The annual Fleadh Cheoil Cheatharlach will take place from the 7th-9th April 2017, and this year the town of Borris Co. Carlow is hosting the festival! Come and take part in various events, including concerts, competitions, and session trails. For further details, please contact [email protected]
GRAIGUENAMANAGH TIDY TOWNS Projects in hand for 2017, subject to funding.1/. Replace wire baskets. There are about 20 wire baskets around the town. We have commissioned 25 cast
solid wall baskets that will complement the 50 planet/urns already on display. They will have the emblem of the East/West Windows of the Abby. They will be sturdy and attractive and will enhance the town long into the future.
2/. With five planter/urns already on the quay we will provide four wrap around baskets high up on the four lamp standards. We will organise an Art Competition in the National Schools to create banners to be erected on the lamp standards. This will improve the appearance of the Quay, a central area of the town.
3/. Improve the Grotto. Remove the low wall, plant two trees either side of the grotto, plant yew hedge at the back wall. Work to light the statue of BVM.
We will call our AGM in early April. Hopefully, this year, there will be engagement so that Graiguenamanagh can engage in the annual Super Valu sponsored annual Tidy Towns Competition.
Split The PotThis Weeks Winners – Week 140 Monday 20th March 2017
1st Prize – Michael Doyle - €390.002nd Prize – James O’Neill - €75.003rd Prize – Larry Furlong - €50.00
Last Week’s Winners - Week 139 Monday 13th March 20171st Prize – Billy Holden - €380.00
2nd Prize – Mag Irwin - €75.003rd Prize – Kathleen Malone - €50.00
Congratulations to allPrizes can be collected every Friday afternoon from Doran’s Supervalu
Please ensure to include a contact number on the envelope so that you may be contacted as soon as the draw is over
Please provide a contact number on the envelope so that you may be contacted as soon as the draw is over
T.J. COLFER DOMESTIC APPLIANCE REPAIRSRepairs and Service to all makes and models phone 087 2972352 25/25
TO LET - Weir Valley Apartments, Tinnahinch, Graiguenamanagh.**BEST VIEW IN TOWN** riverside first floor two bedroom apartment overlooking River Barrow, in exclusive small development. Employer’s references required. Rent €555 per month. PHONE Charlie 086 7829719 to view or EMAIL [email protected]
Salvage Direct.ieSelection of quality used car and van parts. All makes and models, end of life cars bought, email [email protected], call 089 2096474
Pristine car ValetingCar valeting service, full and mini valets, wash, wax and tar removal, collection arranged, call 083 1854799
Found: Pair of Superdry Sunglasses, contact Kinsella’s shop
Springhill Equestrian Centre BorrisSpringhill Equestrian Centre is no open, taking bookings for horse/pony lessons for adults/children in n equitation disciplines. Cross country course, children’s camps and horse shows with lots of fun learning is our speciality, contact Kieran anytime on 087 2727299 1/3
Graignamanagh Abbey Hall AGMThursday 6th April 2017 at 8.30pm in the Abbey Hall
[email protected] 056 7794178
Library News
Business Enterprise clinic. The Kilkenny Enterprise office will hold a FREE Confidential Advisory Clinic in Graiguenamanagh Library on Friday 24th March (10am to 12) which is open to anyone considering a new business start-up and those who are currently operating a small business. Please contact 0567753662 /056 7794178 to book an appointment.
Mother’s Day crafts with Helen will take place in the library on Thursday 23rd March at 3.30pm. Limited places, booking essential phone 056 7794178.
Our annual coffee morning for daffodil day, will take place in the library on Friday 24th March 10.30 am to 12pm. Donation of cakes, buns etc. would be greatly appreciated.Congratulations to everyone who took part in the one book one community initiative. Well done to Duiske college students and teachers for all their hard work. Thanks to everyone who took part at the events here in the library. Congratulations to everyone who won prizes here in the library. Looking forward in working together in the future.
Cartoon Morning: On Saturday 25th March we will be showing a cartoon here in the library at 11am. All welcome
All are welcome, we would especially like to see representatives from local clubs.
25 Market Street Dáil EireannThomastown, Leinster House,Co. Kilkenny Kildare Street,
Dublin 2Tel: 056 7793210 Tel: 01 6184202Fax: 056 7793211 Fax: 01 6184303
Email: [email protected]
Citizens Information CentreMain StreetPhone No. 059-9724955 – new number 0761-077900
Are you entitled to additional benefits due to reduced income?You may be entitled to a Rent or Mortgage Interest Supplement, GP Visit Card or Family Income Supplement.If you need information re pension entitlements etc. drop into Citizens Information and find out more.
This is a private and confidential service. We are open Tuesday and Thursday mornings 10.30a.m. to 12.30 p.m. If you require information outside these hours please contact the office in Kilkenny on 0761077910BulletinFor Sale/Wanted/to Let. Personal Notices are €2.00 Business Cards €4Full page (handed in or e-mailed pre-typed) €12 - Half Page (pre-typed) €6Full Page (handed in un-typed) €20 - Half Page (un-typed) €10Please note all handwritten items must be left in by 5pm on Tuesday each week, otherwise items can be emailed up to 3pm on Wednesday each week to [email protected]
Cllr. Michael Doyle “For any local issues please contact me”
Ballinabarna,The Rower Co. Kilkenny087-3941244
Festival & Grants Scheme 2017
Cllr Peter Chap Cleere has welcomed the news that the below local groups all received funding under the above scheme. Every little helps as the fella says - and well done to all groups. There were many other groups around the county that were successful - Full list will be available on council website shortly...
GRAIGUENAMANAGH:One Book One Community - €500Town of Books - €3,500Love Graig - €800Duiske Players - €500Graig GAA - €250Graig Canoe Club - €250Barrowvale Local History Group - €200Rackard Senior Citizens Committee - €250Barrow Harriers Athletic Club - €250Graig Boys School - €250Graig Regatta - €1,000Highview Athletic - €250
SKEOUGHVOSTEEN:Blacks and Whites - €250St Fiacres National School - €250
In addition to the above - Road Works SchemeThe Kilkenny East Roads Work Scheme for our area was signed off last week. Chap is thrilled to see so much work going on locally. See below a summarised overview breakdown per area of works scheduled for 2017. There are many more jobs in the pipeline – but this just gives you a sample!
GRAIGUENAMANAGH:R705; Ballyogan, Graiguenamanagh - €115,000L4204; Mais Cross to Aylwards Cross - €48,000L8242; Ahgclare, Graiguenamanagh - €59,000R705; Ballyogan, to tie in with overlay - €36,000L8221: Ullard Graveyard Car Park - €20,000L8222: Fairview – Killeen Lane - €15,000Footpath Repairs: Woodlawn & Brandon Park - €7,500
SKEOUGHVOSTEEN:L8215: Baunastackaun to Curraghlane - €87,000L6725: Upper Grange X roads - €68,000L2644: Ballycabus to Dungarvan - €28,000L2643: Mount Loftus to Ballycabus - €38,000
Cllr Peter 'Chap' Cleere086 [email protected]
One Book One Community
The One Book One Community Reading Initiative which was running in Graignamanagh since January 12th came to a close on Thursday, March 16th with a showcase of work in the Abbey Hall from students of Duiske College, Scoil Mhuire gan Smál and the Boy’s National School.
Also on display was a picture of the Titanic which was sent from Boston in 1912 to William Byrne of New Ross, Grandfather of Mary Holden, Killeen – this picture is still in Mary’s family and we are very grateful that Mary was able to bring it along to the Expo and also to the Discussion Morning in the library on February 2nd where all the students got to see this special picture which was sent four days after Titanic sank.
Ms Nicola Pierce, author of our chosen book, “Spirit of the Titanic” who returned to Graignamanagh to close our festival was truly impressed with the range and standard of work which the students had on display. Ms Pierce enjoyed her two day stay in Graignamanagh so much that she told the audience on the day that she did not want to leave and she has vowed to return to our town. Thank you to all the “friendly people” she met who made her visit so enjoyable and in particular to Brian Roberts and Annette Kelly at Waterside Guesthouse and to Maura Cahill and Mary Whelan for your hospitality. A huge thanks also to Colm Walsh who gave Nicola a very informative guided tour of Graignamanagh which she thoroughly enjoyed.
Thanks to the support, interest and encouragement of Tommy Prendergast for our reading project we applied to Kilkenny County Council for a festival grant towards the cost of running One Book One Community and we were thrilled this week to receive the good news from Councillor Peter Chap Cleere that we are to receive €500 from Kilkenny County Council. We are very grateful to Councillor Cleere and to Kilkenny County Council for this endorsement of our work. This funding means that the cost of the return visit of author Nicola Pierce and other expenses can be met without dipping again into the already over-stretched budgets of our schools. The cost of buying books for the students and the cost of activities for the duration of the initiative were paid for or subsidised by school funds, library funds and a very welcome donation of €200 from the Town of Books Committee at the start of our festival.
We have a fantastic photographic record of One Book One Community 2017 thanks to the invaluable help of Tom Walsh. Tom’s photographs of the Expo can be seen on the Duiske College Facebook page and we hope to have some projects and photographs of the different activities on display in the near future.
Finally a sincere word of gratitude to the principals, staff, parents and students of Duiske College, Scoil Mhuire gan Smál and the Boy’s National School, to the staff of Graignamanagh Library and to all the members of the wider community who supported and made a much appreciated and very valuable contribution to One Book One Community 2017 - In the words of the African proverb:
“It takes a village to raise a child”.
Lotto: The Lotto Jackpot now stands at €20,000. Reserve Jackpot €20,000The numbers drawn were 5, 11, 12 and 18 and there was no winner. Consolation winners of €60 each were Paddy Corbett, Maureen Doyle, Pat Quinn, Johnny Meadows, Sharon O’Neill & Dermot Harris.Tickets are on sale in Local Businesses and from Committee members costing €2Next draw on Mon 27th March 2017 at 9pm in O’Shea’s Bar. All are welcome.
Notice from The Lotto Committee:The reserve jackpot is now capped at €20,000 and will no longer increase by €150 per weekThe weekly consolation prizes will increase from €150 to €300 (i.e. 5 prizes of €60)This will remain until the main jackpot is claimed, at which time the consolation prizes will revert to €150 weekly and €150 will again be added to a reserve jackpot each week.Membership 2017Membership of the Club is now due: Players €100Non playing adults - €20Family membership €50 - Parents and children u18Students €50OAP €10Juveniles €20
U14 Féile 'FUN'draiser. Fun Table Quiz in the Abbey Hall on Thursday the 30th. An evening of Family Fun and entertainment promised with raffle and spot prizes on the night. Please share and try and support this fantastic group of players. Tables can by booked in advance with Darragh Kelly, Michael Dunne, Breda O'Shea, Peter Murphy, Alan Foley & John Flood. Graignamanagh GAA Club will be hosting Féile na nGael on the weekend of June 16th-18th. Thanks.
Results: Well done to our U14 panel and mentors with some promising results over the past weekends.Paddy Grace Feile Roinn A Runners Up: S/Final Mooncoin 0.02 V Graignamanagh 1.05Feile Runners up Final: Graignamanagh 1.05 James Stephens 1.04Jun A HL: Graignamanagh 1.07 V B&W 1.11Fixtures: Sat 25th March: All Co. JHL: Dr. Tierney Park: Graignamanah V Tullaroan 5pmMon 27th March: Dr. Tierney Park: U16HL Roinn B: Graignamanagh V St. Lachtains 6.30pm
All the breaking news on our website www.graignamanagh.gaa.ie & also on our Facebook page
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Graignamanagh BingoThe next Bingo is on Saturday 8th April, at 8.15pm in the Abbey Hall. We have made the decision to raise the price of the books by €1 to €6 per book and two books for €10, this was a hard decision to make but in order to keep the bingo going and to cover our costs, and hopefully make a little as the bingo is run as a fundraiser, on a voluntary basis by all involved. We hope you will continue to support Bingo in Graiguenamanagh. Hope to see you all on the 6th.
Bulletin CommitteeThe Bulletin Committee accepts articles in good faith and the views and opinions expressed therein are those of the contributors and not the Committee. The committee reserves the right to refuse edit articles in the interests of fairness balance and rule of law.
Blackstairs BouncersWww.blackstairs Bouncers.ie Bouncing castles, obstacle courses, slides, sumo suits and gladiator Bags available for hire . Contact Katie or Arthur 059 9773482 053 9255337. Mobile: 087 6204951/ 087 6204952 1/25
Duiske College Green SchoolsThanks to Supervalu for the opportunity to hold our flag day last Wednesday in aid of Trocaire. Thanks to everyone who supported it.. €352 was raised to support the people of Ethiopia suffering the worst drought in 30 years.
