School Opening Scoil
Seosamh Naofa, Bree re-opens for pupils on Monday, September 2. The Board of Management cordially invites
parishioners to a viewing of the school premises after masses this weekend.
Scoil Seosamh Naofa, Bree Vacancies
SNA—details at www.educationposts.ie
1 Classroom Assistant & 1 Caretaker, both FAS internships: see www.jobsbridge.ie
Bree Parent and Toddler Group
- The Bree Parent and Baby/Toddler group will start up again Friday Sept 6th in
the hall from 10.30 am to 12.00 pm. (12.30 for
those doing a preschool pickup!) Your toddler
will enjoy some company and have a good run around! You
will also enjoy some company, a cup of tea and a chat. Baby related topics are entirely
optional! All are (dads too!) welcome. Sinead (087-7986066)
Wexford Academy of Irish Dancing - Classes for the
Wexford Academy of Irish Dancing have recommenced on Wednesday nights for all dancers, class times are as normal.
Saturday classes have also recommenced in Bree Community Centre. All new beginners are very welcome to attend,
from 11 am to 12.30 pm. If you require any
further information please contact Catriona on 087 7504818. Contact us either on Facebook
- Wexford Academy.
Used Clothing Collection - Dochas Nasamu Orphanage
- in Nairobi, Kenya, which is an Irish run and Irish built Aids orphanage, are
holding a used clothing appeal of ladies, gents and childrens -clothes, shoes,
household linens i.e. towels, sheets, blankets, soft toys, handbags
etc.(whatever condition - even in need of - recycling - so long as the items
are clean). This appeal will take place on
Wednesday 4th September, up until 11am at Bree Church Grounds. For further information, please contact Marie on
087 6890995.
Ballyhogue Ladies Football - The U 16's will play
St Martins in the County Semi-final in Piercestown on Thursday 5th Sept. Kick off is
at 6.30 pm and all support would be appreciated. The very best of luck to all concerned.
Just a reminder for your continued support for the GAA club lotto, tickets available by
contacting 0876786886
Booking the Community Centre—Now that the Summer
break is over and organisations and clubs are resuming classes/activities/meetings, all
organisations are reminded to confirm/book your groups class times for the Community
Centre etc. with Eddie Dunne in order to ensure events do not clash. All bookings for the centre must be made through
Eddie.
Ballyhogue GAA News - Lotto Draw results - The
winning numbers were 9, 28, 30 and 32. There
was no winner of the Jackpot of €4000. Lucky dip winner Pat Carr, Cooltigue. The next
draw is on in Byrnes of Bree on the 11th of September with a Jackpot of €4200. Thank
you for your continued support. Dancers and Chancers - Ballyhogue Gaa Club will be holding
the semi finals of their Dancers and Chancers competition in Byrnes of Bree on Saturday
the 7th of September at 930pm. Come along and vote for your favourite to reach the final
to be held on Sunday night the 15th of September
With just under two weeks to go, the
countdown to the Harvest Festival is well under way. It
promises to be THE social event of the year in the Parish.
The leadership team has assembled a wonderful and creative programme of
social, cultural, sporting and fun-based activities which will appeal to all ages. The Harvest Festival will showcase the very best
that Bree has to offer and is capable of producing. The
organising committee wishes everyone a truly memorable and enjoyable weekend, with just
one request—when you need to take a break from the enjoyment you would volunteer some
time to helping everything run smoothly and orderly. Every
voluntary hour, regardless of day or time, would greatly assist. If you can give an hour or more contact David at
087 7619555.
Barn
Dance and BBQ Tickets Tickets for the Bree
Harvest Festival Barn Dance and BBQ are now on sale for a price of €15 each. The Barn
Dance will be taking place in the Festival Marquee on Saturday September 14th with doors
opening at 9.30pm. Music on the night will be provided by the Colonials with a DJ
afterwards. Tickets can be purchased in the Post Office, Keeleys Shop or by contacting
0873397749 or any committee member.
Scarecrow
competition As part of the festival, a
create your own scarecrow competition is being organised for children. Judging will take
place on Sunday, September 15th at the Parish Field Day and scarecrows will be exhibited
over the following week. Entry is €5. Contact Sinead Leacy at 0874160701. Check out the Festival Facebook page by typing into
google: Facebook Bree Harvest Festival and clicking the first result.
Volunteers
and Support—As mentioned above
volunteers to help with the setting up, running and clearing of the different events over the weekend are needed. You can also help out by offering sponsorship for
prizes etc, preparing or helping to run one of the many stalls or activities, provide some
home produce etc. for the produce stall, provide bottles for the bottle stall, provide
items for the Wheel of Fortune and of course we would love to see every family in the
community coming and enjoying the many events over the weekend. There really is something for everyone! Check out the Festival Facebook page by typing into
google: Facebook Bree Harvest Festival and clicking the first result.
Best Wishes Best wishes are
extended to all the young people from the Parish returning to national school/second
level/college after the Summer break. Special
wishes go to all the children who have started or will start their first days in National School. We hope you enjoy making new friends and the new
challenge of school. |