Tuesday, May 18, 2010
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COMMUNITY GAMES
Abbeydorney/Kilflynn area athletics finals were held last Thursday evening May 13th in Abbeydorney Sportsfield. Even though the weather was a little inclement at times, the evening was very well supported by all the children of the parish and their parents. Our grateful appreciation to each and every one of you. The following are the results from the sports evening:
Girls:
u-8 60 m 1. Ava Peevers, 2 C. Stafford, 3. R. Falvey.
u-10 100 m 1. K. Buckley, 2. C. Long, 3. C. Spillane
u-12 100m 1, K. Falvey, 2. R .McCarthy 3, C. Bolger
u-14 100m 1. M. McKenna, 2. G. Bugaj. 3. S .Egan
u-8 80m 1. A. Peevers, 2 C. Stafford, 3. R. Falvey
u-10 200m 1. C. Spillane, 2. M O'Sullivan, 3, D. Thomas
u-12 600m 1. C. Bolger 2. R. McCarthy. 3. Y. McGrath
u-14 800m 1. M. McKenna.
Boys:
u-8 60m 1.O. Maunsell, 2. B. Walsh, 3. J. Maunsell
u-10 100m 1. A. Maunsell 2. D. O'Donoghue, 3. D.Murnane
u-12 100m A. Bugaj 2. J. McKenna 3. J. Walsh
u-14 100m D. Egan 2. C. McCarthy 3. A. Stack
u-8 80m O. Maunsell, J. Maunsell. B. Walsh.
u-10 200m 1. D. O'Donoghue, 2. A. Maunsell 3. S. Murnane
u-12 600m 1. A. Bugaj 2. J. McKenna, 3. J. Walsh.
u-14 800m 1. D. Egan 2. C. McCarthy.
Ball Throw Girls u-12 1. O. Carmody, 2. R. McCarthy 3. A. Guerin
Boys u-12 1. A. Bugaj 2. A. Maunsell 3. A. Stack
Lonf Puck Boys u-12 1. A.Maunsell, 2.J. Walsh 3. C. Spillane
Girls u-14 1. M. McCarthy 2. A. Spillane 3. M. McKenna
The highlight of the evening was probably the novelty races with the father's race standing out in particular. Mikey Leahy retained his crown as the fastest father in the parish. Our thanks again to all the children and their families as without them the evening would not have been such a success. We would also like to thank all those who helped us out in the organising the various events, we could not have managed without you all. Finally, our thanks to Abbeydorney G.A.A Club for the use of the field and for all their help and co-operation. All the above mentioned children have now qualified for the county finals which will be held in Castleisland on Sat. & Sun. 26th & 27th June. Training will begin in the next couple of week, so please watch this space for further information.
ACTIVE RETIRED GROUP:
A Meeting for the Abbeydorney/Kilflynn Active Retired group will be held in the Abbeydorney Community Hall on Wednesday 19th May; Commencing at 1.00 p.m. A meal will be served followed by Entertainment. Transport to the Community Hall can be arranged for anybody requiring it. For further information contact Noreen at 066 7135831.
CROTTA LOTTO RESULTS:
The four numbers picked out of the drum by Independent Observer : Steve Walker, England for The Crotta Hurling Club Lotto Jackpot of 11,100, On Monday night, 17th May in Herbert’s, Kilflynn were: 3, 4,16 and 22. However no one came up with the correct combination of numbers and the Jackpot survived for another week. The Lucky dip prizes winner each receives €35: Rose and Tom Dillon, St. Brendan’s Park, Tralee, Mike Sheehan, Castletown, Kilflynn, P De Burca, Ballinageragh, Lixnaw. The next draw will take place in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn on Monday 24th May, with a Jackpot of 11, 100. Tickets are available at 2 euro each or 3 for 5 euro 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, Quilter's Bar, Lixnaw and from The Half Way Bar, Glenoe, Listowel.
MAUREEN’S PRE -SCHOOL;
is holding a summer camp in the community centre Abbeydorney for two week during July. The first camp will run from the 5th to the 9th of July. The second camp will run from the 12th to the 16th of July. All children between the ages of 3 and 7 years will be catered for. Activities during the two weeks will include, Arts and crafts, baking, play dough, games, activities in the hall and lots, lots more. To book a place contact Maureen on 087 1253680.
CROTTA HURLING CLUB
There will be a Members Meeting of The Crotta Hurling Club in St. Columbas Centre, Kilflynn on Thursday night 27th May at 9.00 p.m. All club members and officers are requested to attend this meeting
BAKE SALE:
A bake sale in aid of Abbeydorney National School will be held in the parish hall (community centre) Abbeydorney Saturday evening after mass. We are looking for as much support as possible. We would appreciate it if any person in the parish enjoys baking and would like to donate any of their home baked goods to this cause. All of the home baking can be dropped to the parish hall Saturday after 6 o clock. Please support your local school.
DENIS LYNCH GOLF SCRAMBLE:
Teams for the Golf Scramble will be picked on Wednesday night the 19.05.10. They will be displayed in both Herbert’s and Parker’s on Thursday 20th May. They will also be available by contacting any of the following : Danny Caffrey, 087-2861340, Frank Lynch, 085-1741389, Mike Barry, 086-2571230 or Gerry Lenihan, 087-6807366. Golf cars have been reserved for those who have requested them. Presentation of prizes will take place in Herbert’s Bar on Saturday night the 22nd May at 10.00 p.m. Our host Joan & Pat will be providing finger food on the night and entertainment by up and coming musician Eoin O’Sullivan.
KERRY HURLERS:
In-form Kerry Senior hurlers will have a home semi-final in the Christy Ring Cup to look forward to after they had six points to spare over Westmeath at Austin Stack’s Park, Tralee on Saturday afternoon 15th May on Kerry 3-14 to Westmeath 2-11 final score line
The Crotta Hurling club was well represented by Andrew Keane, who had his usual good game at wing back, and corner forward Shane Nolan scored a cracker of a goal just before the break made it 2-8 to 0-10 at half-time, Richard Nolan and Darren Twomey were also members of the victories panel. Kerry will play in the semi final of the Christy Ring on Saturday 5th of June.
SHANNOW FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE:
STUDY GROUP: We are currently providing a quiet place for students of Junior and Leaving Cert classes to revise for upcoming exams. This runs from Monday to Thursday from 4.00pm to 5.45pm. A small snack will be provided and the fee is 5 euro per week. For further details and to book your place, please phone us on 066 71 98018.
SUMMER SCHOOL
Summer School: Music & Art Summer School for Children with Special Needs will be held at the Shannow Family Resource Centre from July 12th to 16th, 10am to 1pm.
Course Content: Music: percussion rhythm instruments & violin (children will have violin assigned to them for the week). Art: modelling clay, painting, papier mache & collage. End of week display and certificate. €60 per child, deposit of €20 required. For further details and to book your place, please contact Emma Shanahan on 087 673 4767.
MUSIC AND MOVEMENT CLASS FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS:
This class is with Emma Shanahan and is on at the centre every Monday from 3.45pm to 4.45pm. Please telephone us on 066 71 98018 for further details. Places available.
MONEY ADVICE:
The Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABs) attend on Thursday mornings – meetings are by appointment only. To book an appointment, please telephone MABs on 066 71 29750. This is a free and confidential service.
COUNSELLING:
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.
AUTISM ACTION:
Kerry Autism Action meet at the centre on the last Tuesday of each month from 10am to 12 noon – the next meeting will be on Tuesday 25th May. This group is led by Susan Dunne and all parents of children with autism are very welcome for a cup of coffee and chat. No cost involved.
HERBERT'S BAR:
Sat 22nd of May, Denis Lynch golf outing, prize giving followed by music with Eoin O Sullivan. 9pm Sunday 23rd of May live music that evening with Roel. 7.30pm
CARE GROUP:
The Abbeydorney/Kilflynn Care Group will hold their meeting on Thursday 20th May at 8.30 p.m in the Abbeydorney Community Hall. All members are requested to attend
ST. MARY'S CHURCH NEWS:
Those Required for Church duties in St. Mary's Church, Kilflynn are follows: Readers: Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd May , Vigil: Mary McKenna, Morning: Weir Family. Eucharistic Ministers for Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd May, Vigil: Margaret Browne, Morning: Jimmy Walsh. On Wednesday morning 19th May, Mass will be celebrated at 10.00 a.m, Mass will be celebrated at 8.30 p.m. for Laurence Twomey, Kilflynn on Saturday 22nd May And Mass will be celebrated on Sunday morning 23rd May at 10.00 a.m. for John Weir, Castletown, Kilflynn. Exposition of The Blessed Sacrament:-Kilflynn: Monday 6.00 p.m. - 9.00p.m
Trocaire collection amounted to 3,395. Thanks to all who contributed
KILFLYNN OLD GRAVEYARD COLLECTION:
The organizers of the Church gate collection in aid of the Old graveyard, in Kilflynn Village, wish to thank the people who supported the collection last week end 15th and 16th May at Masses in St. Mary‘s Church, Kilflynn. The Money collected amounted to €471.30 and it will be used to pay for fuel for the lawnmowers and Strimmers and General maintenance of the graveyard.
NOTES:
Anyone interested in submitted items for the Kilflynn notes, can contact Mike on 066 7135129 or 087 9794541 or email mikeparker@eircom.net before 12 noon on Mondays
--- Only €2 to participate in Crotta's success and a chance to WIN €10,400 ---
Abbeydorney/Kilflynn area athletics finals were held last Thursday evening May 13th in Abbeydorney Sportsfield. Even though the weather was a little inclement at times, the evening was very well supported by all the children of the parish and their parents. Our grateful appreciation to each and every one of you. The following are the results from the sports evening:
Girls:
u-8 60 m 1. Ava Peevers, 2 C. Stafford, 3. R. Falvey.
u-10 100 m 1. K. Buckley, 2. C. Long, 3. C. Spillane
u-12 100m 1, K. Falvey, 2. R .McCarthy 3, C. Bolger
u-14 100m 1. M. McKenna, 2. G. Bugaj. 3. S .Egan
u-8 80m 1. A. Peevers, 2 C. Stafford, 3. R. Falvey
u-10 200m 1. C. Spillane, 2. M O'Sullivan, 3, D. Thomas
u-12 600m 1. C. Bolger 2. R. McCarthy. 3. Y. McGrath
u-14 800m 1. M. McKenna.
Boys:
u-8 60m 1.O. Maunsell, 2. B. Walsh, 3. J. Maunsell
u-10 100m 1. A. Maunsell 2. D. O'Donoghue, 3. D.Murnane
u-12 100m A. Bugaj 2. J. McKenna 3. J. Walsh
u-14 100m D. Egan 2. C. McCarthy 3. A. Stack
u-8 80m O. Maunsell, J. Maunsell. B. Walsh.
u-10 200m 1. D. O'Donoghue, 2. A. Maunsell 3. S. Murnane
u-12 600m 1. A. Bugaj 2. J. McKenna, 3. J. Walsh.
u-14 800m 1. D. Egan 2. C. McCarthy.
Ball Throw Girls u-12 1. O. Carmody, 2. R. McCarthy 3. A. Guerin
Boys u-12 1. A. Bugaj 2. A. Maunsell 3. A. Stack
Lonf Puck Boys u-12 1. A.Maunsell, 2.J. Walsh 3. C. Spillane
Girls u-14 1. M. McCarthy 2. A. Spillane 3. M. McKenna
The highlight of the evening was probably the novelty races with the father's race standing out in particular. Mikey Leahy retained his crown as the fastest father in the parish. Our thanks again to all the children and their families as without them the evening would not have been such a success. We would also like to thank all those who helped us out in the organising the various events, we could not have managed without you all. Finally, our thanks to Abbeydorney G.A.A Club for the use of the field and for all their help and co-operation. All the above mentioned children have now qualified for the county finals which will be held in Castleisland on Sat. & Sun. 26th & 27th June. Training will begin in the next couple of week, so please watch this space for further information.
ACTIVE RETIRED GROUP:
A Meeting for the Abbeydorney/Kilflynn Active Retired group will be held in the Abbeydorney Community Hall on Wednesday 19th May; Commencing at 1.00 p.m. A meal will be served followed by Entertainment. Transport to the Community Hall can be arranged for anybody requiring it. For further information contact Noreen at 066 7135831.
CROTTA LOTTO RESULTS:
The four numbers picked out of the drum by Independent Observer : Steve Walker, England for The Crotta Hurling Club Lotto Jackpot of 11,100, On Monday night, 17th May in Herbert’s, Kilflynn were: 3, 4,16 and 22. However no one came up with the correct combination of numbers and the Jackpot survived for another week. The Lucky dip prizes winner each receives €35: Rose and Tom Dillon, St. Brendan’s Park, Tralee, Mike Sheehan, Castletown, Kilflynn, P De Burca, Ballinageragh, Lixnaw. The next draw will take place in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn on Monday 24th May, with a Jackpot of 11, 100. Tickets are available at 2 euro each or 3 for 5 euro 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, Quilter's Bar, Lixnaw and from The Half Way Bar, Glenoe, Listowel.
MAUREEN’S PRE -SCHOOL;
is holding a summer camp in the community centre Abbeydorney for two week during July. The first camp will run from the 5th to the 9th of July. The second camp will run from the 12th to the 16th of July. All children between the ages of 3 and 7 years will be catered for. Activities during the two weeks will include, Arts and crafts, baking, play dough, games, activities in the hall and lots, lots more. To book a place contact Maureen on 087 1253680.
CROTTA HURLING CLUB
There will be a Members Meeting of The Crotta Hurling Club in St. Columbas Centre, Kilflynn on Thursday night 27th May at 9.00 p.m. All club members and officers are requested to attend this meeting
BAKE SALE:
A bake sale in aid of Abbeydorney National School will be held in the parish hall (community centre) Abbeydorney Saturday evening after mass. We are looking for as much support as possible. We would appreciate it if any person in the parish enjoys baking and would like to donate any of their home baked goods to this cause. All of the home baking can be dropped to the parish hall Saturday after 6 o clock. Please support your local school.
DENIS LYNCH GOLF SCRAMBLE:
Teams for the Golf Scramble will be picked on Wednesday night the 19.05.10. They will be displayed in both Herbert’s and Parker’s on Thursday 20th May. They will also be available by contacting any of the following : Danny Caffrey, 087-2861340, Frank Lynch, 085-1741389, Mike Barry, 086-2571230 or Gerry Lenihan, 087-6807366. Golf cars have been reserved for those who have requested them. Presentation of prizes will take place in Herbert’s Bar on Saturday night the 22nd May at 10.00 p.m. Our host Joan & Pat will be providing finger food on the night and entertainment by up and coming musician Eoin O’Sullivan.
KERRY HURLERS:
In-form Kerry Senior hurlers will have a home semi-final in the Christy Ring Cup to look forward to after they had six points to spare over Westmeath at Austin Stack’s Park, Tralee on Saturday afternoon 15th May on Kerry 3-14 to Westmeath 2-11 final score line
The Crotta Hurling club was well represented by Andrew Keane, who had his usual good game at wing back, and corner forward Shane Nolan scored a cracker of a goal just before the break made it 2-8 to 0-10 at half-time, Richard Nolan and Darren Twomey were also members of the victories panel. Kerry will play in the semi final of the Christy Ring on Saturday 5th of June.
SHANNOW FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE:
STUDY GROUP: We are currently providing a quiet place for students of Junior and Leaving Cert classes to revise for upcoming exams. This runs from Monday to Thursday from 4.00pm to 5.45pm. A small snack will be provided and the fee is 5 euro per week. For further details and to book your place, please phone us on 066 71 98018.
SUMMER SCHOOL
Summer School: Music & Art Summer School for Children with Special Needs will be held at the Shannow Family Resource Centre from July 12th to 16th, 10am to 1pm.
Course Content: Music: percussion rhythm instruments & violin (children will have violin assigned to them for the week). Art: modelling clay, painting, papier mache & collage. End of week display and certificate. €60 per child, deposit of €20 required. For further details and to book your place, please contact Emma Shanahan on 087 673 4767.
MUSIC AND MOVEMENT CLASS FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS:
This class is with Emma Shanahan and is on at the centre every Monday from 3.45pm to 4.45pm. Please telephone us on 066 71 98018 for further details. Places available.
MONEY ADVICE:
The Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABs) attend on Thursday mornings – meetings are by appointment only. To book an appointment, please telephone MABs on 066 71 29750. This is a free and confidential service.
COUNSELLING:
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.
AUTISM ACTION:
Kerry Autism Action meet at the centre on the last Tuesday of each month from 10am to 12 noon – the next meeting will be on Tuesday 25th May. This group is led by Susan Dunne and all parents of children with autism are very welcome for a cup of coffee and chat. No cost involved.
HERBERT'S BAR:
Sat 22nd of May, Denis Lynch golf outing, prize giving followed by music with Eoin O Sullivan. 9pm Sunday 23rd of May live music that evening with Roel. 7.30pm
CARE GROUP:
The Abbeydorney/Kilflynn Care Group will hold their meeting on Thursday 20th May at 8.30 p.m in the Abbeydorney Community Hall. All members are requested to attend
ST. MARY'S CHURCH NEWS:
Those Required for Church duties in St. Mary's Church, Kilflynn are follows: Readers: Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd May , Vigil: Mary McKenna, Morning: Weir Family. Eucharistic Ministers for Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd May, Vigil: Margaret Browne, Morning: Jimmy Walsh. On Wednesday morning 19th May, Mass will be celebrated at 10.00 a.m, Mass will be celebrated at 8.30 p.m. for Laurence Twomey, Kilflynn on Saturday 22nd May And Mass will be celebrated on Sunday morning 23rd May at 10.00 a.m. for John Weir, Castletown, Kilflynn. Exposition of The Blessed Sacrament:-Kilflynn: Monday 6.00 p.m. - 9.00p.m
Trocaire collection amounted to 3,395. Thanks to all who contributed
KILFLYNN OLD GRAVEYARD COLLECTION:
The organizers of the Church gate collection in aid of the Old graveyard, in Kilflynn Village, wish to thank the people who supported the collection last week end 15th and 16th May at Masses in St. Mary‘s Church, Kilflynn. The Money collected amounted to €471.30 and it will be used to pay for fuel for the lawnmowers and Strimmers and General maintenance of the graveyard.
NOTES:
Anyone interested in submitted items for the Kilflynn notes, can contact Mike on 066 7135129 or 087 9794541 or email mikeparker@eircom.net before 12 noon on Mondays
--- Only €2 to participate in Crotta's success and a chance to WIN €10,400 ---
