Friday, 7th August 2009

CARDS
First prize on 10 games was won by Mary Barrett and Nora Dore. Second prize on 8 games went to John Mulvihill & Vinny Wrenn. Table prizes went to Mary Lynch and Mick Neville, Timmy Murphy & Tom Culhane. Raffle winners: Nancy Danagher, Joan Fitzgibbon, Jack Woulfe, Francis Woulfe and John Wall. Lottery ticket winners were Eileen Carrig and Mick Neville. Cards every Friday at 9.15pm in the hall.
LOTTERY
The numbers drawn were 2, 13, 24 & 26. No winner of the €4750 jackpot. The lucky dip winners were; €50 Vinny & Joan c/o Carrolls; €40 Bill Flaherty, NCW; €30 Tess McCarthy, Abbeyfeale, Darren Hourigan, Cappagh and Helen Culhane, Glin; 10 free Ttckets went to Drivewise. Next weeks jackpot will be €4900.
KNOCKPATRICK GRAVEYARD MASS
Mass will be celebrated in Knockpatrick Graveyard on Sunday, August 9 at 2.30pm.
BARRIGONE WELL
Mass and prayers will be celebrated at Barrigone Well on Saturday, August 15 at 3pm.
ESTUARY RUGBY CLUB FUN DAY
There will be a family sports day on Sunday, August 16 from 3pm-6pm at Shanagolden Sports Field. Adults and kids teams, throw the welly competition, drop goal and kicking competition, fun obstacle course, bouncing castle etc. Food and beverages on the day. Contact Joe Hoyne on 087-6327109.
A tag rugby team is needed and we would love a mixed team from both sides of the parish to get involved. All welcome – please contact Terence or Majella for further information.
SUMMER CAMP
The Estuary Rugby Club Summer Camp at Shanagolden Sports Field will be held on Tuesday, August 18 until Friday 21 for boys and girls aged 6-16, from 10am – 1pm. Cost: 1 Family Member €40, 2 or more family members €70. Children must bring a packed lunch and plenty of drinks each day. Gum shields are compulsory and will be available from Estuary RFC. Summer Camp commences with registration on Tuesday morning. All students must provide a parents or guardians contact number. Contact club secretary Joe Hoyne at 087-6327109 or 069-60060.
NATIONAL FINALS SPONSORED WALK
To help towards the cost of the national finals and also for equipment for our very popular tennis club we hope to have a sponsored walk in the coming weeks. The date and walk route are soon to be confirmed. All contributions will be greatly appreciated.
SPEECH DIFFICULTIES
The Irish Stammering Association have launched a new self help group for adults who stutter, in the Malton Hotel, Killarney. The second meeting takes place on Thursday, August 6 at 8pm in the Malton Hotel and then every first Thursday of the month.
CARER OF THE YEAR
Each year the Carer’s Association holds the Carer’s of the Year Awards to acknowledge and reward family carers for the tireless work they carry out every day. People can nominate online at www.carersireland.com, collect a nomination from their local carer centre or call 056-7753600.
LIMERICK CITY SPORTS PARTNERSHIP
The Limerick City Sports Partnership will be running a number of clubs and sessions for children and adults with disabilities throughout July and August. Starting August 4, a children’s all-ability camp will take place in Foynes. Contact Siobhan O’Malley on 061-468542 or email somalley@limerickcitysports.ie.
WATER SAFETY FOYNES
The next Life Saving and Swimming Lessons will take place in Foynes Swimming Pool from August 17-22 at 9am.
SUMMER OUTING
A musical bus to Kilkee will depart from the top of Assumpta Park, NCW on Saturday, August 15 at 9am. They will take the Ferry and have morning coffee and dancing at the Old Brogue, Killimer, then to Kilkee and return to Kilrush for afternoon ceile, winding up in Belsfort for more dancing. A great day is guaranteed – all welcome – names and deposits to Ita Mulqueen – 069 62715.
WEST LIMERICK VINTAGE CLUB
The West Limerick Vintage Club will hold a vintage day in Newbridge, Askeaton on Sunday, September 6. The family fun day will feature vintage tractors, cars, motorbikes, stationary engines, stone crushers and thrashing displays. Plaques and refreshments will be provided to all exhibitors.
HOSPICE FAIR
The annual fair will take place in Milford Hospice, Castletroy on Sunday, August 30.
ST. PIO DEVOTION
The annual special day of devotion in honour of St.Pio takes place at the Capuchin Monestary, Rochestown, Co.Cork on Sunday, August 9. A coach will leave the Market Yard, Newcastlewest and the Square, Dromcollogher to facilitate pilgrims from Broadford, Kilmeedy and Dromcollogher. For further details and bookings contact Pat Dalton 069-62306.
INTERCOUNTY FOOTBALL
The Senior Footballers journey in this years championship came to an end by narrowly losing out by one point to Meath in Portlaois on Saturday night last. Limerick were well in the game throughout and with a bit of luck and composure they could have won the game. Well done to Ian Ryan, Conor Mullane, Andrew Lane and Diarmuid Carroll who were involved with the Senior Team throughout the year.
FLOWER SHOW
The Annual Flower and Craft Show will be held in Newcastle West on Wednesday 12 and Thursday, August 13. This year the show will celebrate it’s 40th Anniversary.
CAR BOOT SALE & INDOOR MARKET
Thank you to all who supported community radio by their attendance. The next car boot sale will be held on Sunday, August 9 at the Community Centre Newcastle West.
YOUTH 2000 SUMMER FESTIVAL
Youth 2000 Summer Festival takes place in Clonmacnoise, Co.Offaly from August 13-16 for young people aged 16-35. An opportunity not to be missed to experience the Catholic faith and make many new friends. Bishop Frank Caggiano, Vicar of Evangelisation in the Diocese of Brooklyn will be the main speaker. Donations only. A free bus will be passing through Newcastle West. For further info please contact 086-3025442 or see www.youth2000.ie.
FR LIAM LAWTON
St. Joseph’s Church, Kildimo will be the venue for one of Fr.Liam Lawton’s concerts on Friday, December 4. Further info regarding tickets will be available shortly.
FATIMA PILGRIMAGE
A special West Limerick pilgrimage to Fatima will take place, departing September 10 with full board for 5 nights, taking in September 13, celebrating the anniversary of one of the famous apparitions and accompanied by a spiritual director. Itineraries, booking forms and further information available on request (without obligation) by contacting Pat Dalton at 069-62306.
PILGRIMAGE TO CYPRUS
The Galbally/Aherlow Pilgrimage in the footsteps of St.Paul and Barnabus in Cyprus is from September 28 to October 7 and the spiritual director will be Fr. Denis Talbot. For further info please contact Joan Ryan at 062-37065.
SR. BRIEGE MC KENNA
Sr. Briege McKenna will be in Knock on August 10.
PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND
September 28 to October 7 direct flight ex Cork Airport. Cost €1,450 plus tax €75 and insurance €25. Spiritual Director Monsignor Dan O’Riordan – contact Premier Travel, 2 Grand Parade, Daunt’s Square, Cork. Phone 021-4277700.
PARENT & TODDLER GROUP
The Parent and Toddler Group continues to meet every Tuesday and Thursdays in the Desmond Complex from 10.30am to 12.30pm during term time. New parents/carers are always welcome. Price €2 per family, including refreshments
AN INVITATION
Dromcollogher welcomes older people to the Day Care Centre. Make your visit to the centre a weekly occasion on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday. You will be welcome to participate in the enjoyable companionship, games and activities, a quiet time in the chapel, a delicious dinner and live music, song and dance. Contact 063-83415.
GORTA SHOP
Until recently Gorta has relied on the public for donations their unwanted items, books etc. to the shops for resale. However as was highlighted in the press recently the supply of stock from this source is being eroded by collectors who sell on international markets for commercial rather than charitable purposes. Without good quality stock to sell in their charity shops, Gorta will be unable to raise funds to support as many projects as they have in the past. It is for this reason that they make this special appeal to you to consider donating clothes, shoes, sportswear, accessories, books, DVDs, CDs, jewellery and many household items. Unfortunately for health and safety reasons, they cannot accept toys, electrical or nursery items. Gorta thanks you in anticipation of your contributions. Contact Audrey Hough, Gorta, 23 High Street, Limerick 061-310833, Maggie Dwyer, fundraising manager, Munster, Gorta, Email Maggie@gorta.org and see the website www.gorta.org.