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BACK TO SCHOOL COFFEE MORNING in the Community Resource Centre on Tuesday September 1st from 9am – 12noon. Wave the kids goodbye and drop in for a coffee, cake, chat and raffle.They’ll be home again before you have time to miss them!
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Leave a Comment (0) →KILKEEDY GRAVEYARD MASS :
The annual Mass for our deceased relatives and friends will be celebrated by Fr. Michael Cussen P.P. on Friday evening August 21st at 7.30pm.
A collection for the upkeep of Kilkeedy Graveyard will be taken up at this mass and as it is our only means of fundraising during the year you as asked to be as generous as possible. Many Thanks.
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Leave a Comment (0) →On Friday 26th of June 8 cubs and 4 beavers traveled to Srahan, Co Laois, for our annual camp. This was the first time for many that they were far away from home without their mams and dads.The kids got stuck in from the first moment helping pitch their tents for their stay.This was followed by wide games before hot chocolate put them all to sleep.Saturday the cubs woke early at 5.30am and were brought on a hike to allow the beavers and some leaders a lie in. After breakfast, we were joined by 2 more beavers and we all headed into the forest where they took part in a treasure hunt before building shelters(bivvies). After lunch we headed back to the campsite were the children took on an obstacle course and made mementos of their stay in Srahan. On Saturday evening, we had a lovely campfire where songs were sung, scary stories were told and sketches acted out before roasted marshmallows were given out along with some hot chocolate. Sunday finished up with taking down their tents and some tired children headed home. A great weekend was had by all and a big thank you to all the leaders who gave up their weekends to make this possible
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BALLYBROWN SCHOOL: The school’s third green flag was proudly hoisted last Tuesday following two years of work by Green Schools co-ordinator Margaret Hodgins, the green schools committee and the entire school community. Whilst continuing to monitor the themes of the previous flags, litter and energy, the focus of the third flag was water. Guest of honour on the day was Mayor Kevin Sheahan. Entertainment was provided by “Little Tents” whose lead singer is a former pupil of the school. Highlight of the day was undoubtedly the ice creams provided by the Parents Association.
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Leave a Comment (0) →FIRST FRIDAY: July 3 is the First Friday; Communion will be taken to the sick. If there is anybody sick or housebound who would like Communion brought to them please hand in the name to the Sacristan or phone the Parish Office Mon/Thurs/Fri from 9.30am to 3.30pm. Tel: 061 353454
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Leave a Comment (0) →GRAVEYARD MASSES: The proposed dates for local graveyard masses are as follows:
Clounanna: Tuesday 4th August at 7.30pm
Patrickswell: Tuesday 11th August at 7.30pm
Kilkeedy: Friday 21st August at 7.30pm
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Leave a Comment (0) →BALLYBROWN NATIONAL SCHOOL teachers Katie Gibbons and Stephen Hodnett co-ordinated Active School Week on June 15-19. With the support of staff and parents a range of activities were enjoyed throughout the week. Indoors there were colouring, create a motto and design a poster competitions but the emphasis for the week was on active outdoor fun. Monday morning started with a “Wake Up, Shake Up” dance session for the entire school followed by obstacle courses and circuits. Tuesdays activities were orienteering, maths trails and an evening session for parents on healthy foods hosted by Yvonne Deegan. Wednesday was “Walk a Mile with a Smile” Day. All classes and staff participated with great support from parents. Junior Infants, Senior Infants and First class walked to the Breska Rovers soccer pitch while second, third and fourth went to Kilkeedy. The senior classes walked to Carrigogunnel Castle. It was enjoyed by all in spite of the rain. On Thursday the annual School Sports Day was held with novelty races, station games and a Zumba session in the afternoon hosted by Darren Nash. The week’s activities were wrapped up with “Funday Friday”. A series of fun games were organised for infant classes by 5th class and senior classes attended a healthy food demonstration. We’re looking forward to next years Active School Week already!
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Leave a Comment (0) →LIMERICK SINGS INTERNATIONAL CHORAL FESTIVAL 2015: Will take place from 26th – 29th June 2015. Come join us for a great fun weekend of singing, sightseeing and entertainment! Limerick Sings invites you to its 3rd International Choral Festival. The festival extends a warm welcome to choirs of all traditions and nationalities to come together for a weekend of festive non-competitive singing in spectacular venues including St Mary’s Cathedral and the University Concert Hall Limerick. Limerick has a long and very fine tradition of choral, opera and musical theatre. See www.uch.ie.
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Leave a Comment (0) →CLARINA TIDY TOWNS have been very busy in the last few weeks. They have painted and planted all the tubs and other areas. It would be appreciated if people who have tubs outside their premises would water them regularly. A great clean up was done on the church road, with fantastic support from the residents. Judging is now in progress, and with your help we will have our village looking very well.
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Leave a Comment (0) →The inaugural European Games commenced in Baku, Azerbaijan. Ireland are sending up to 60 athletes to these games from various sporting disciplines. Alan Corby is delighted to be amongst the 12 strong team of swimmers who will represent their club and country in Baku. Alan flies out on Thursday morning and will compete in a number of events from Tues June 23 onwards. This is a tremendous achievement for Alan and everyone wishes him well in the competition.
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