NEWS

BALLINACREE/MOUNTNUGENT - 11/07/06


WEDDING BELLS
Congratulations to Gerard Masterson son of Pat and Maureen Masterson, Ballymacad and Liz Hayden daughter of Michael and Betty Hayden, Finea Road on their recent wedding in St Michaels Church, Castlepollard.  The happy couple with their family and friends enjoyed a beautiful reception in An Tintean Restaurant, Multyfarnham. Gerard and Liz are wished lots of health and happiness for their future lives together.

WHISTERIA LANE
Congratulations to all the winners of the most recent whist drive night in Ballinacree community centre: Sean Keogan first gent; Patsy McDonnell second gent; Val Goldrick third gent; Bella Henry first lady; Catherine Smith second lady; Olive Caffrey third lady; Billy Stafford half-time gent; Kate Simons half-time lady; Anne Briody and Cherry Smith last four games (tie).  Brian Gibson, Eva Mara, Nan Hughes and Martin Clyne were all delighted raffle winners. Well done to everyone involved and best of luck for next week. Remember, new members are always welcome, just come along on Thursday nights at 9 o'clock.

PILGRIMAGE
The annual Matt Talbot Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Sunday July 16. To make a booking, please contact: Marie Donoghue on 046 924 2091.

STRONG BOW
Wishing the very best of archery luck to Loughcrew Archers' members, Don Priestley, Walter Waldron, Willie Carr, Mark Ivory, Dean Clarke and Sean Crowe who are currently taking part in the European Bowhunter Championships in Portugal which finishes this Friday July 14.  For further information about field archery, please e-mail Don on:
archery@eircom.net or check our the archery website: www.irishfieldarchery.com

BLOTTO
St Brigid's GFC blotto jackpot is growing and growing, with no recent winner, the jackpot now stands at the tidy sum of 9,250 euro. The next draw will take place on Monday July 17, best of luck to everyone entered.

CONDOLENCES
Sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Kathleen Cooke (nee Caffrey), Ross who passed away recently.
Kathleen will be sadly missed within the community, she was a long standing and dedicated member of Mountnugent ICA and a very well liked member of our community.  She reared a large family in very hard times and loved her family and her many grandchildren very much. She always had a great welcome for everyone and enjoyed people calling to her home. Kathleen was a great character who was always smiling and enjoying life to the full. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family at this most difficult time. May she rest in peace.

PONY CAMP
For all you horsey lovers out there, why not come along to Ross House - Summer Pony Camp and have lots of fun.
Advanced pony camp will take place on July 17,18,19 and/or August 21,22,23 from 10am - 4pm at a cost of 70 euro
Beginners pony camp will take place on July 27, 28 and/or August 24,25 from 10am - 4pm at a cost of 100 euro
The camp offers two to three hours riding and tuition daily with stable and pony management. Own ponies are welcome, also, please bring a packed lunch and rain-gear.
For further information, please contact Ellinor Murdy on 086 318 3779 or 049 854 0963.

 

 

SCOUTS HONOUR
Mountnugent Scouts need YOU! Due to popular demand this fun and active group require more leaders. The Scouts are involved in many outdoor activities like orienteering, hiking, absailing and canoeing, they also learn great skills in rope working and compass.
To take up a leader position with this highly successful group, you must be over 18 and enjoy working with children. The leader positions is open to male and females , all leaders will receive full training.
For further information, please contact: Kieran Knowd on 087 272 2835.

Mary Clarke