Looking back on 1996, it's hard to believe that it's just a few short months since we finished our production of "Moll" by John B. Keane. And what a success it was! In just three weeks during March, the group played to an audience of over 2,000 people on the Festival Circuit across three provinces, including a packed house at the local Festival in Claregalway. Just to test its sense of adventure, the group then brought "Moll" to An Taibhdhearc for three nights in April. This was our first commercial venture and if the full houses and tremendous reaction to the play are anything to go by, we will certainly be there again before too long. Congratulations to all concerned for making it a huge success.

The group is now in the midst of rehersal for the Annual Supper Theatre, our 7th in all. As usual, it will take place in Carnmore Community Centre, so keep Wednesday 24th and Thursday 25th in mind on the calendar. It will be the usual recipe and we look forward to packed houses on both nights. If last experience is to be repeated, our advice is to get your tickets early!

As always, we will have two short comedies with a buffet supper during the interval. The first of these is "A Fishy Business", produced by that renowned actor Vincent Moran. Set in the present day, it is about a dinner party that goes disastrously wrong and the hilarious effects that ensue. The second play is produced by Malachy Noone, another of our finest sons, in his first venture into the field of artistic direction. "Cuckoo" is set in a small railway station in the 1950's and relates the comic exploits of Slattery, the local chancer.

Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and the curtain rises at 8:30 p.m. Tickets priced £6.50 each are available from all the usual outlets around the locality. We hope that, as always, people will come in their usual numbers, to support our programme for the coming year. If anyone wishes to book tickets, give me a call on 798734.
You could also contact Ann Moran on 798047 or any of the group members near you.

Breffni O'Rourke, P.R.O.

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CLAREGALWAY PARENTS ASSOCIATION

Claregalway Parents Association A.G.M. was held in the School Hall on the 26th September 1996. There was an attendance of approximately 30 people.
I would like to thank the Association's outgoing Chairperson Carol Steven, Secretary Liz Clarke and the Committee for their tremendous work throughout the year.
The following members were elected for the coming year: -
Chairperson - Gerry Fahy
Vice-Chairperson - Michelle Rohan
Secretary - Mary Mangan
Treasurer - Tom Duggan
Committee Members - Pat Fee, Jean Corrigan , Ann Moran, Sharon
Walsh, Bernie Faherty, Patricia Newell, Paula Evans and Bernie Conroy.
If you have any queries, comments, ideas, or even "complaints", please do not hesitate to get in contact with any of the above mentioned committee members.

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THINKING OF STARTING A CLUB?

Galway Youth Federation is the main umbrella body for Youth work in Galway City and County. The organisation has a Professional Youth work Staff, sponsors a FAS Community Employment Programme and has a volunteer corps of 180 dedicated adults. These are some of the facts about Galway Youth Federation which aims to provide personal development and social education opportunities for young people. This is done through the provision of youth services such as Youth Clubs, Project Groups and an Information service.

Training is provided for adult leaders before setting up a youth club and there is follow up support from Galway Youth Federation in areas such as programme planning. Let us not forget however clubs are for fun and should encourage young people to take part in the Resource Centre on Francis Street where clubs can avail of a Television and Video, Badgemaking Equipment or a set of Uni-hoc sticks. Annual programmes offered through National Youth Federation include Indoor Games competitions, a Variety Show Competition and Design a Christmas Card competition. The club section of the Galway Youth Federation was divided into mini-regions in the last club year (a club year runs September to June). CLAREGALWAY falls under the direction of the North Galway region and the Tuam Youth Services whose current Community Youth Worker is Caroline Ward. Administration, Insurance and Public Relations for Youth Clubs is provided through the Regional Office in Francis Street, Galway. More direct information on club programmes, inter-club activities and leader training is dealt with by the Youth Worker.

Again, on a more practical side, the Galway Youth Federation through its parent body National Youth Federation offers clubs a comprehensive policy and while it covers members and adults, some more active pursuits are excluded (so no bungie jumping as a club activity!!) For those still wondering at the value of starting a club, one example which can be taken is Galway Youth Federation's "Youth for Hospice Weekend" which was run in November 1995. Clubs and young people organised events in their local communities and schools to raise money for the Galway Hospice in Renmore. Plans are underway for this years event again to be held in November.

If you are interested in starting a Youth Club in Claregalway, the person to contact is Caroline Ward, Galway Youth Federation, Dublin Road, Tuam, Co Galway. Tel. 093 -25484.

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PEIL NA nOG
Fé-16 Co. League Final
Unbeaten in the Co. League against Annaghdown, Barna, Salthill, Ml. Breathnach, An Ceathru Rua and Dunmore McHales, Corofin proved to be the stumbling block in our attempt to retain the County title which we won in 1995. They beat us in the 1996 final by 1-8 to 1-3 at Annaghdown on Sept. 22 last. It was a hard tackling game from start to finish and the final score does not reflect the closeness of the encounter for most of the game. Our team played with great spirit against highly rated opponents who got off to a great start with 4 early points. A goal by Joe Hession and a point by Derek Murray levelled the score after 20 minutes. An exchange of points and a goal by Corofin put them into a half-time lead of 1-5 to 1-2. Early in the second half we got on top around the middle of the field, mainly through Eoin Hynes, Joe Hession, Patrick Walsh and sub Derek Murphy. Although we pressed for scores, good possession was wasted and we scored only 1 point, a free from near the corner flag by Enda O'Connell. On the other hand, Corofin made better use of their chances to consolidate their lead.

At full back Damien Noonan fielded well while Liam Hyland and John Flanagan played soundly throughout. Missed chances aside, we have the consolation of losing to a good team after an unbeaten run. We convey full tributes to Mick O'Connell for his time devoted to managing the team since the start on April 2nd last.
Fé-15 City League Results:
Claregalway 1-9; Barna 2-3
Claregalway 4-12 Renmore 0-1
Claregalway 3-7 Killanin 1-10

There has been a great turnout in this age group; spirit and commitment has been rewarded with 3 good wins to-date. The game against Barna looked like ending in a draw until Enda Flaherty clinched a win with a last minute goal. One of the most exciting ends to a game at the Leisure Centre for many a day was witnessed in our narrow win over Killanin. Playing against a gale and driving rain, we conceded 1-8 on the first half without scoring ourselves. Prospects looked bleak when the wind calmed after the interval but with Paul Kilgannon in goal, Anthony Davoren, Dermot Casserly and A. Watson playing very well in the backs, goals by Enda Flaherty, Damien Noonan, Aidan Kearney turned the game in our favour. Claregalway's U-age tradition for the late rally secured a win. We play Salthill in the next round at the Prairie.

Fé-13: The City league starts on Oct. 13 and there will be a game on every Sunday at 11 a.m. home or away. We are grouped with the top teams - St. Michaels, Salthill, Ml. Breathnach, Oranmore, Eire Og, Moycullen.
Fé-12: With a full team for the first time, we won the league game against Ml. Breathnach by 1-6 to 1-3 at the Leisure Centre. The teams were evenly matched and our winning scores came near the end when Michael Kelly scored 1-1 at corner forward. Barry Cullinane and Garry Giles played especially well and got great support from Colm James Conneely and Philip Raftery. At Westside we lost to St. Michaels after a spirited display especially by the backs with Barry Cullinane again to the fore.
Paul Loughlin scored a goal early on which was disallowed but he was not to be denied and his determination was rewarded when he scored a goal in the second half.
Fé-10's travelled by bus on Sat. Oct. 5th to the famed McHale Park, Castlebar, to participate in the inter-county blitz tournament organised by Castlebar Mitchels.

Sean Flanagan.

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Claregalway Community Action Group held its Annual General Meeting in the School on the 30th September, 1996, and the following Officers and Committee were elected:
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Chairman: Mr. G. Cullinane
Secretary: Mr. V. Lyons
Treasurer: Mrs. B. Day
P.R.O.(Joint) Mrs. M. Noonan
Mr. S. McNulty
Committee: Canon G. Callinan
Mr. P. Coen
Mrs. J. Farrell
Mr. M. Hession
Mr. L King
Mr. M. Kirrane
The Community Action Group considered a report on its activities since its establishment in September 1994. While progress has been slow the Meeting noted that some substantial progress has been made on some issues which include:
-The laying of drainage piples to alleviate flooding in the village.
-The provision of Telephone Kiosks at Dunleavys'.
-The elimination of flooding on the Montiagh Road.
-Elimination of flooding on the Lakeview Road.
-Partial cleaning of the village - still very inadequate.
-Provision of Traffic calming measures - work currently in progess.
-Installation of warning lights at the School before the end of this year.
-The Meeting also noted that funding has been approved under the Village Improvement Scheme for 1999.
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Reports were also presented by Mr. M. Kirrane on the development of the Community Alert Scheme and Mr. S. O'Connell and Mrs. J. Farrell on the excellent work being underetaken by the Amenity Group.
Much work still remains to be done on many fronts. A huge amount of maintenance work has to be undertaken because of the neglect visited on the village in recent years. Some of the work will be undertaken by the County Council, F.A.S. Schemes, other Amenity Schemes and the efforts of the Community. This work will require a massive commitment and investment of effort and time and will not happen without all of us working together for the benefit of the Community.
I ask you to give your support and commitment to the incoming Committee as they will continue to work on your behalf for the betterment of our Community.

S. M.Nulty,
M. Noonan.

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REFLEXOLOGY
Reflexlogy is a method for activating the healing powers of the body. It is both old and new. From ancient texts, we know that the early Chinese, Japanese, Indians, Russians, and Egyptians worked on the feet to promote good health. Today many of these same techniques have been developed into a modern scientific method called Reflexology. What joins the ancients with the moderns is the long-established principle that there are energy zones that run throughout the body, and reflex areas in the feet that correspond to all the major organs, glands and body parts. Modern reflexology is both a science and an art. As a science, it requires careful study, faithful practice, a sound knowledge of the techniques and skill. And yet as one of the healing arts, reflexology yields the best results when the Reflexologist works with dedication, patience, focused intention, and above all, loving care.
For further information: - contact Evelyn Kitt (091)798485

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THE APOSTOLIC SOCIETY

The Claregalway Branch of the Apostolic Society held its Annual Display and Cake sale and church gate collection on Sunday, 29th September. Members of the Branch are extremely grateful to the people for their generosity. The church gate collection amounted to £289.75. A very special thanks to all the people from Carnmore and Claregalway who donated cakes and to all who came to the display amd bought cakes and supported the raffle. A special word of thanks to Cré Porcelain, Galway Crystal, Royal Tara and Hughes Supermarket who donated gifts for the raffle, and to all the ladies in the parish who knitted garments and made vestments, childrens dresses, etc. during the year. We look forward to their help and co-operation during the coming year.
Next meeting is scheduled for October 23rd at 8:30 p.m.

Raffle Winners:
1st prize Mrs. Peggy O'Connell, Cloonbiggen, Royal Tara Vase.
2nd prize Mary O'Brien, Cloughane. Cré Porcelain Photo Frame.
3rd prize Mrs. Anne Murphy, Gortatleva. Cre Porcelain Vase.
4th prize Mrs. Peggy O'Connell, Cloonbiggen. Galway Crystal Vase.
5th prize Mrs. Mary Grealish, Carnmore. Bottle of wine.
6th prize Mrs. Paula Evans, 15 Lakeview. Box of chocolates.

Proceeds of Raffle and Cake Sale and other donations amounted to £253.25.
Total amount collected £543.00.

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SCOUTS NEWS

The Claregalway Scouts Aged between 11 and 13 years had a busy time from Easter to October. The following are some of the activities they too part in:

DANNAN SHIELD (17th, 18th, 19th May)
Claregalway hosted this Weekend Event and entered three local teams. There was a range of activities, including Pioneering, Compass Course, Axe;Saw, The Web, First-Aid, Skiies, Cooking plus the Skit. To our delight, Claregalway teams came 1st, 2nd and 3rd, enabling us to go forward to the Smyth Cub taking place in Co. Cork in August. Thanks to Paatricia Flaherty, event organiser, Malachy Noone and Philip Cribbin for marking the Skits, and Canon Callinan for celebrating Mass for us all.

June was taken up with learning knots and doing proficiency work to earn badges.

JULY - Summer Camp
This years Summer Camp took place in Peterburgh Activity Centre. Wind Surfing, Canoeing, Hill-Walking, Assault Course and Orienteering were enjoyed by all. Thank you to all our Leaders - Kevin Duffy, Mary Duggan, Ann Campbell and our very tolerant bus driver, Ken Hartman. A big thanks to Collette Conneely for her help and most of all, to the Scouts themselves.
ORLA QUALTER A.S.C.

SMYTH CUP - August.
This year two patrols from our District qualified to take part. Michelle Conneely, as P.O. had in her patrol Annette Noone, A.P.L., Bridget Noone and Alan Watson. Colm James Conneely, the second P.O. had a patrol consisting of Michael O;Connell A.P.L., Cuyril Duggan, Sarah Lennon, Deirdre Moran and Belinda Moran. The Theme was "The Future of Troops after year 2000".

My own patrol took 7th place. This was an excellent achievement, as it was the highest achieved in our District ever, apart from Barna, who actually took 1st place on one occasion. Our 2nd Patrol were very happy with 18th place, as all the members of this team are only "scouting" for 6 months. Overall, a great weekend.
MICHELLE CONNEELY P.L.

GERMAN SCOUTS STAYOVER

Local "Scout" families hosted a number of Scouts from Germany over a period of 6 days. The visitors enjoyed typical Irish hospitality, which included Shopping, Barbeque, Overnight Camping, Bowling and Swimming.

It was a wonderful experience for our children to meete their European neighbours, forge new friendships and learn a little of their culture and traditions. Out thanks to all the host families - particularly to Cathy Conneely who laid on the Barbeque - providing camping facilities for 24 scouts in her garden. Without the parents help this visit could not have taken place.
COLLETTE CONNEELY

SEPTEMBER - Claregalway Leaders attended a Seminar on Child Protection. The speaking was Pat Dolan, Director of Child, Adolescent and Family Support Services, Western Health Board.

OCTOBER - The next adventure for our Scouts is the "Sionnach" being held in the Maamturk Mountains.

Finally, a special thanks to all the Scouts Leaders - Joe, Kevin and Mary. Training Leaders - Olivia, Annette, Colette and Orla.

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THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS FOR THIS MONTH'S ISSUE
Seamus Concannon (Plant Hire)
Ocean Cabs (Peter and Mary Raftery)

The Claregalway Brownie Pack are due to resume their weekly meetings. The present Brownie Leaders are looking for a break. We are sure there are other potential leaders in the area. If you are willing to become a Leader, training will be given in the S.M.A. house on Saturday, 12th October. Please give the idea some cosideration.
For further information contact
Ann Garrett 798654
Bridie O'Connell 79853l

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JUNIOR BADMINTON

October sees the start of the Badminton Season. We have a very full schedule ahead, with six teams [6o players] taking part in the County Leages. We have two teams in each of the age groups, Under 12, under 14 and Under 16. The matches will start on October 20, and each competitor will have a copy of the fixture list before that date.
The County Championships in each age group will also be coming up soon.

I extend my sincere thanks to all the parents for their support throughout the season, because without them, it would be impossible to keep the club organised. A very big welcome to all our new members.

SENIOR BADMINTON

A new Senior Club has been formed and is in full swing at the moment, with a great turnout on Monday Nights 7.30 - 10.00. Congratulations to our young players who have left the Junior scene and will be playing in Division II in the Senior League. We wish them success and hope they have a lot of fun. A Second Senior Team will compete in Division IV, so hopefully Claregalway will go on to make a name for itself at Senior Level. We extend a welcome to all the new members in the Club.

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CLAREGALWAY LEISURE CENTRE NEWS

The Claregalway Leisure Centre E.G.M. was held on Wednesday 2nd October. New Committee Officers were elected as follows:-
Tony Clarke as Chairman, Mary Reidy as Secretary and Hubert Newell as Treasurer with the outgoing officers to assist for a period of time. Tony Clarke thanked the outgling committee for all their hard work and efforts over the past four years.

It was decided that the 1996 Fasion Show will take place on the 21st November and it is hlped that it will be well supported by the community.

The next meeting is called for the 16th October and all members of the community are welcome to attend.

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CLAREGALWAY AND CARNMORE COMMUNITY ALERT SCHEME
Claregalway and Carnmore Community Alert Scheme was launched last April. The aim of the scheme is to improve the quality of life for everyone, to keep our area free of serious crime, vandalism and attacks on the elderly and to ensure that friendliness and neighbourly co-operation is maintained and fostered in our area.

The main task for the committee to date has been arranging co-ordinators for each townland and getting 'Community Alert' signs. Through the help of Garda Pat Heneghan and through the support of the community, up to 67 people have agreed to act as co-ordinators in the various townlands (a list of all co-ordinators is attached). The committee will be contacting all co-ordinators shortly to arrange a meeting before the winter sets in.
Committee: Chairperson Martin Kirrane, Cregboy
Secretary Margaret Waldron, Cregboy
Treasurer Brendan Noonan, Lakeview
P.R.O. Sean Harte, Lakeview

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I am pleased to announce the opening of First Steps Montessori School.. There are still a few places available. For those Working parents, I also provide after school care as required. For your enquiries please call Yvonne Halpin, Mont. Dip. Ed., 798808.

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SPECIAL GREETINGS

Congratulations to Michelle Walsh and Kieran Finn on their marriage which took place on 21st September 1996.

Congratulations also to Norann Flaherty and Michael Keane who celebrated their wedding on 5th October, 1996.

Welcome home to Norann's two sisters, Marguerite and Dolores who travelled home from the States to join in the celebrations. Also best wishes to Dolores' husband and baby.

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USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS

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THE GARDEN
October, our first frost and our trees begin to change into the most beautiful autumn colours. Already, Ash trees, Horse Chestnut, Limes, Maples are all changing to gold, yellow and red tints. Plants with good autumn colour include: virginia creepers, vines, rhus sumach (the Stag's Horn), Liquisambar, Enkianthus, Cornus Species etc. In the vegetable garden, you will be harvesting winter cabbage, leeks and parsnips. There is a variety of winter onion sets that can be sown now also. The fruit garden jobs are mainly dealing with pruning of gooseberries, red and white currants and blackcurrants. Blackcurrants fruit best on young wood so prune back very old hard wood, 2-3 year old stems. Gooseberries and red and white currants are pruned differently. You prune these back by shortening back all side shoots growing from the main branches to not more than 2 inches long. This then helps form fruiting spurs that you need.

The lawn is very near its last few cuts. Raise the height of cut at this time of year and get ready for putting away the lawn mower. Clean all dead grass off it and the base and empty what petrol is left out of it as it will turn to jelly and block up your carburettor.

All the window boxes and tubs are near an end. This was not the best year for them, as it was a year of all extremes, weather wise, and the bedding plants did not give as good a display as last year. At this time of year, you can add in a lot of colour for the winter. Bulbs of all types are available now and narcissi, mini daffodils, crocus, dwarf tulips, hyacinths, snowdrops all do well in tubs and add lots of colour.

Wallflowers of all types, dwarf, tall, mixed colours and single colours can also be planted now, ideal as a centrepiece for tubs. Winter pansies or universal pansies, different to summer flowering pansies as they flower all the year round and are not hit by frosts, give great colour. Forget-me-nots, sweet williams, aubriets, stocks and bachelors buttons are all available now for planting. These are mostly early spring flowering. Winter heathers can also be used in window boxes. For anyone wishing to change things in the garden, from here on to March is the time for lifting plants. Lift as much rootball as possible without damaging the plant.
That's it for this month; just to say that Anne McKeown of Galway Bay FM gardening programme, will be in Glynn's Garden Centre on Saturday the 19th and Sunday, 20th of this month giving talks and helping with general enquiries. Not to be missed.

Happy Gardening
Bosco McDermott Jr.,
Glynn's Garden Centre.

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