at the Shannow Family Resource Centre. This class is with Emma Shanahan and is on every Monday from 3.45pm to 4.45pm. Please telephone the centre on 066 71 98018 for further details.

Baby Music Class, at the Shannow Family Resource Centre: This class is with Emma Shanahan and is for babies aged from 2 months to 2 years, with their parents. Every Tuesday morning from 10.30am to 11.15am. Cost is 5 euro per baby. Please telephone the centre on 066 71 98018 for more details.

At the Shannow Family Resource Centre, Friday mornings from 10.30 to 11.30am, only 4 euro per class. Please telephone us on 066 71 98018 to book your place on the next class.
Boxercise is a fun, non contact way to exercise. It’s an effective way to keep fit, improve co-ordination and stamina and have some fun along the way! 

The Shannow Family Resource Centre is offering a low cost counselling service, 10 euro per hour. Please telephone the centre on 066 71 98018 for information.

The Crotta hurling club annual social will held on Saturday night, 17th April in the Meadowlands hotel, Tralee. Music on the night will be provided by Mystic Blue followed by Disco. Tickets at only 30 euro and are available from committee members or club officers now.

Mag Mc Elligott, is opening her new boutique, “Mags Boutique” at Fahavane, Kilflynn with the Grand Opening on Saturday 3rd April at 6.30 p.m. sharp. Champagne reception. All welcome. Best wishes Mag

The Crotta Junior hurlers play Ardfert in the North Kerry Junior Hurling league on Wednesday 31st March at 6.30 p.m. in Ardfert .The Crotta Senior hurlers are away to Ballyheigue this week end, check with officers re: date and time.

The Crotta Senior hurlers were defeated by Lixnaw in the North Kerry Hurling league round 2 at Lixnaw on Saturday evening 27th March on the 0-11 to -0-09 final score line.


Crotta team and Scorers: Sean Twomey, Tom B Mc Elligott, Diarmuid McKenna, Philip Twomey, Pa Quiile, Paul Costello, Sean Weir (0-01), Cyril Lynch, J.P Mc Elligott (0-1), Mike Lynch, Francis Keane (0-02), Martin Keane, Jonathan Caffrey, and Sean Nolan (0-05)


Subs: Keith Hannafin for M.Keane, Thomas Quiile for J.Caffrey and Tom Cronin for F. Keane.

An evening for fathers on Tips and Hints for successful parenting at Shannow Family Resource Centre, Abbeydorney, Co Kerry. "Connecting with your Child in 3 Easy Steps"
Presented by Kieran Lawlor and Joan Barrett, Parent Coach. From 7.30pm to 9.30pm on 1st April 2010. Fee: €10. Limited spaces available! Booking Required!
Contact Joan on 086-3583120 / 066-7133708 or the Shannow Family Resource Centre at 066-7198018

Kilflynn National School Parents Association are holding a Fun Table Quiz in Parkers Pub And Herberts Bar, Kilflynn on Thursday night 1st April at 9.30p.m. The support of the parents and local community would be appreciated

There will be a Poker Run in aid of Sean Marshall Bone Marrow Transplant Fund on Easter Saturday 3rd April. Sign on in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn at 11..00 a.m. Draw for all participants for Track day voucher for Mondello Park. Rock night and B.B.Q in Parker’s Pub from 8.00 p.m. spots prizes and raffles on the night
Everybody welcome. For more info contact 087 2777731 / 087 7460779/ 087 9827095

Spring specials for Unique hair and beauty, Kilflynn 066 7198821: Full body spray tan with file and file polish finger and toe’s only 40 euro with half body 25 euro. Eyebrow tint and shape with eyelash tint 14 euro. All wash and blowdrys only 15 euro Tuesday - Wednesday.

Little Stars Pre-School (1 mile from Listellick School and 2.3 miles from Abbeydorney School) intend to open in September 2010. I am now taking bookings for free place through the ECCE scheme and also private bookings. For more information please contact Breda on 066 7135876 or 087-6732858.

Sean Walsh the Chairman of The Munster Council officially launched the Todd Nolan Munster Minor Hurling Tournament on Friday night in St. Columbas Centre, Kilflynn. In his address, to the gathering that included Todd's family, friends, and former team mates he said he was delighted to see the tournament go from strength to strength. The Munster Council sponsored the initiative three years ago to help Kerry Minor teams get good top class competitive games. Mr. Walsh said it was heartening to see all six Munster Counties take part in the Tournament this year. He praised Kerry for the marvellous work being done in the County to promote hurling and he congratulated Causeway Comprehensive School on it's the fantastic achievements' on the hurling fields over the past number of years.


The Chairman of the Kerry County Committee, Jerome Conway, thanked the Munster Council for the great support they give Kerry hurling. He said it was fitting that the launch took place in Kilflynn the centre of Crotta O'Neill Country where Todd Nolan was king. Mr. Conway said that his hope for the year in Hurling was that we would compete well in every competition and continue to make progress. He praised the great work of Kerry Hurling Officer Joe Walsh, GDAs Maurice Leahy and John Griffin and heartily congratulated Causeway school on their great wins in School A competitions' all year.


Mr. Dick Spring former TD and Minister for Foreign Affairs was guest speaker. Mr. Spring said that the summers of his youth were spent in Kilflynn where he played Hurling with Crotta. He said that Todd Nolan was a special person and had skill and ability on the hurling field. Had he played hurling for any of the successful counties he would have a bucket full of All Ireland medals. The former Tánaiste said it was a privilege to have played hurling with Todd and but for Causeway they would have won the 1979 County Final! He said that hurling facilities and pitches had much improved over the years since he played and he wished the Todd Nolan Tournament every success.


Brian Murphy the All Ireland Scór na nÓg Champion from Causeway closed the evening with a recitation that was worth waiting for.

Heartiest Congratulations are extended to Abbeydorney Ploughing Society Member Sonny Egan, Garrynagore who first prize in the horse class at the Clare Ploughing Championships which was held in Newmarket -on Fergus- on Sunday 28th March. Sonny was one of four competitors in the horse class.

Now that our long winter of discontent has come to an end it's time to take to the fairways once more , to get some fresh air and to meet up with society friends . The schedule of outings has been finalised and we will be playing in some of the best courses in Kerry during the year . The first outing will take place at Ballybunion's Cashen course on April 17th and this will be followed by outings at Beaufort, Dooks, Mahony's Point, Killeen ( one week after the Irish Open ), Ardagh, Castlegregory and Tralee . This is a menu of courses to whet your appetite and to get you out sharpening your game .Your committee contact person will be in touch soon regarding the first outing . We would like to extend a welcome to any new members who wish to join and indeed to any former members who would like to play . See you all in Ballybunion in a few weeks .

U14 Hurlers are away to Lixnaw next Saturday April 3rd. Throw in at 6.30 p.m. Players in dressing rooms at 6.OO p.m.
Under 12 Hurlers are away to Kilmoyley on Friday (Good Friday) April 2nd at 6.30pm. Players to be in dressing room at 6pm. This was to be a home fixture but the field in Dromakee is closed.

The Kilflynn Dancing group are having their Annual Easter Social on Thursday 15th April in Ballyroe Heights Hotel, Tralee. Music on the night by Declan Aungier. Tickets cost 25 euro. Everyone welcome to come along for a great night out. For bookings please contact Maureen on 085 7516882

Best wishes to John Mahony, who recently opened his new Kitchen and Wardrobes Showrooms at Leam, Kilflynn.  And the show rooms are open Monday to Saturday from 9 .00 a.m to 6.00 p.m Contact John on 087 7537820

Tickets can still be purchased for the Easter Hamper, in Parker’s Bar, Herbert’s Bar and Byrnes shop. Tickets 2 each and three for 5 euro. The proceeds of tickets go to Crotta Bord na Nog. Please return stubs and money to coaches a.s.a.p for the weekend draw. Thanks to all who sold tickets and also everyone who supported us.

in aid of Kerry Cancer Support Group will take place on Good Friday Night April 2nd in Causeway Sports Hall at 9.00 PM. Tables of 4 Adults 20 euro, Youths 12 euro, Raffle with loads of prizes! All welcome

Abbeydorney Golf Society wish incoming Captain Jerome McCarthy a very successful year. The Society will hold their first outing of the year at Tralee Golf Club, Barrow on next Saturday 3rd April with the tee being reserved from 10:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. This is a singles outing and a large turnout is expected with new members very welcome. As we need a definite idea of numbers please text Tom McNeice


086-3263111 or Michael Barry 086-2571230. before 9:00 pm Thursday there may at that stage be room for a small number of guests

Shannow Ladybirds have completed another fun filled and eventful year. In the past year the girls helped raise money for Chernobyl Children's Fund by carol singing in Manor Shopping Centre, they attended a Christmas Panto in Siamsa Tire, they marched in both Abbeydorney and Kilflynn St. Patrick's Day Parades and they took part in a 'Thinking Day' Ceremony in Tralee, which raised money for children in Haiti and other poverty stricken countries. As well as many arts and craft activities and games, the Ladybirds earned their 'Voting', Rainbow, Spot, Enrolment and Thinking Day Badges. There is a waiting list for membership for the year starting October 2010, if you would like information please contact Denise at 086 160 3001.

The Holy Week Schedule of Ceremonies for St Mary’s Church, Kilflynn: Holy Thursday (1st April): Mass of the Lord’s Supper: 8.30 p.m. Confession: After Mass. Ministers of the Eucharist are invited to renew their commitment for the coming year. The Washing of the Feet. Trocaire boxes should be returned. The Day Chapel in Abbeydorney and Kilflynn Church will remain open until 10.00 p.m. for private adoration. Good Friday (2nd April): Commemoration of the Lord’s Passion at 3.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross at 8.30 p.m Confessions: After both Ceremonies 
Easter Saturday: Confessions in Abbeydorney 12 noon – 1.00 p.m. Saturday 11th April: Easter Vigil and Mass of the Resurrection – 8.30 p.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Kilflynn Ceremony of Light and Renewal of Baptismal Promises. Easter Sunday: Mass at usual time: Kilflynn at 10.00 a.m. Practise for Kilflynn Altar Servers on holy Thursday at 12 noon.

• Jack Condon, Abbeydorney
• Paul Culhane, Crotta
• Padraig Quille, Glenoe

The official launch of the Todd Nolan Hurling tournament will take place in the St. Columbas Centre, Kilflynn on Friday night 26th March at 9.00 p.m. sharp. The tournament will be launched by Newly elected Munster Chairman, Sean Walsh also Former Crotta and Kerry Hurler Dick Spring will be a special guest on the night 
On Saturday 10th April the annual Todd Nolan Hurling Tournament will once again take place. This tournament has proved hugely successful in the past two years and we are hoping the tournament in 2010 will be even better. It has proved great preparation for all minor hurling squads involved.

There was NO winner of the €10,200 Jackpot as No one had the winning combinations.

• Brandon Conway, Ballrehan, Lixnaw, 
• Sean Guihneen, Castletown, Kilflynn
• Sean Beirne, Fahavane, Kilflynn

The next draw will take place in Parkers Pub on Monday 29th March, with a Jackpot of 10, 300. Tickets are available at 2 from Club tickets sellers or from Herbert's Bar, Kilflynn Parker's Pub, Kilflynn, Byrnes Gala Shop, Kilflynn, Kilflynn Post Offices, Galvins Shop, Lixnaw, Foleys Shop, Lixnaw J.J Walshs Bar, Lixnaw and from The Half Way Bar, Glenoe, Listowel. Crotta Club Membership and yearly lotto ticket can be obtained from all club officers or in Herberts Bar or Parkers Pub now for only €100

There will be a meeting taking place on Thursday 25th March of the Kilflynn St. Patrick’s day committee at 9.00 p.m. in St. Columbas Centre, Kilflynn All members are asked to attend

The Easter retreat for the women of Abbeydorney/Kilflynn, takes place on Tuesday night 30th march at 8.00 p.m. in the Ardfert Retreat Centre.

Kilflynn Church Choir presents, An Evening of Music and Song at St. Marys Church, Kilflynn on Friday night 26th March at 8.15 p.m. Admission tickets 10 euro per adult and 5 euro per child. Proceeds to Kerry AB.A (Autistic) School Listowel. There are a limited numbers of tickets available from choir members or from the local businesses in Kilflynn village. This is not a night to be missed

There will be a Poker Run in aid of Sean Marshall Bone Marrow Transplant Fund on Easter Saturday 3rd April. Sign on in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn at 11..00 a.m. Draw for all participants for Track day voucher for Mondello Park. Rock night and B.B.Q in Parker’s Pub from 8.00 p.m. spots prizes and raffles on the night
Everybody welcome. For more info contact 087 2777731 / 087 7460779/ 087 9827095

Kilflynn National School Parents Association are holding a Fun Table Quiz in Parkers Pub And Herberts Bar, Kilflynn on Thursday night 1st April at 9.30p.m. The support of the parents and local community would be appreciated

Crotta hurling club Members must pay membership by March 31st so only one week left to renew or take out membership. Any officer of the club can be paid membership or contact Paul O'Donoghue Registrar.

Crotta U14 team played their first match of the year last Saturday in Dromakee. They put up a very good show but eventually succumbed to a much stronger Ardfert team on a scoreline of Crota 2.01 Ardfert 4.04.

Tickets can still be purchased for the Easter Hamper. Well done to all players who have returned stubs and money and keep up the selling! Thanks to all who have bought tickets so far. The proceeds of tickets go to Crotta Bord na Nog. Tickets on sale in Parker’s Bar, Herbert’s Bar and Byrnes shop. Tickets 2 each and three for 5 euro

You can now purchase you annual Crotta hurling club membership and a Crotta hurling club yearly lottery ticket, which entitles you to one ticket in the weekly lotto draw for 52 weeks .Membership and yearly lotto ticket can be obtained from all club officers or in Herberts Bar or Parker’s Pub now for only 100 euro. .

Kilflynn National School is now enrolling children for the 2010-2011 school year. Forms are available from the school and must be returned by March 26th

Congratulations to Leah Hickey, Ryan Murphy and Darragh O'Donoghue on winning awards in the County Handwriting Competition. Congratulations to Mrs Mary McCarthy (Darraghs teacher) and Mrs Mary O'Carroll (Ryan and Leahs teacher) for their dedication and teaching skills. Mrs Catherine O'Connor (now retired) also deserves credit as she would have taught all three pupils. All three are pupils of Kilflynn National School and the school has always had winners each year that the competition has been run. Darragh O'Donoghue won category D (1st and 2nd class) County and National last year and this year he will represent Kerry as Category C (3rd and 4th class) winner in the National competition.

Best wishes to Mag Mc Elligott, who is opening her new boutique, “Mags Boutique” at Fahavane, Kilflynn with the Grand Opening on Saturday 3rd April at 6.30 p.m. sharp. Champagne reception. All welcome.

The Crotta hurling club annual social will held on Saturday night, 17th April in the Meadowlands hotel, Tralee. Music on the night will be provided by Mystic Blue followed by Disco. Tickets at only 30 euro and are available from committee members or club officers now.

The scor na bpaiste county semi finals were held in Abbeydorney on Sunday march 14th. Crotta O' Neills were represented in the quiz competition. This team were unfortunate not to make it through to the finals having been narrowly defeated by one question and so coming inat 3rd place. The team members were Raymond Nolan, Thomas Quinlan,
Cathal Kennelly and Aoife Mahony. This group of young people took great pride in representing their club and we look forward to calling on their skills in the future. Again the club thanks you for your efforts, you did us all proud. A special thanks also to Sarah Nolan and Kathleen Quinlan who looked after the team on the day.

We send our best wishes to William Parkinson, Tullig, Kilflynn who is heading off to Australia on Tuesday 30th March