Kildimo Community Notes W/E Feb 11 2012

Fr John Donworth PP leading the prayers at St Brigids Well,Cartown,Kildimo Lá'le Bríde 2012

REMEMBERANCES:  Among those remembered in liturgical celebrations recently are included Maureen Fitzgerald of Cloongownagh and Morgan Malone of whose first anniversaries occur.  On the weekend of February 11, Masses will be celebrated for the McCann family, Eamonn Lyons and Kathleen Hartnett.
 

NATIONAL SCHOOL:  Application forms are available from the school office at 394500 for the coming year students.  Final date for submissions is April 16 2012

 

GAA VIOLENCE!  Much in the news nowadays is the examples of bad-tempered clashes between GAA teams.  As a caution before climbing your high horse of indignation against such encounters, be aware that our history might induce a firm adherence to terra firma.  Back in 1959, according to the news item supplied by one of those involved in the case, representatives of our local club found themselves before Justice D.F. Gleeson in the City Court.  We hope that Justice Gleeson was no relation of either Thomas or Stephen Gleeson who brought our heroes before the Justice of the same name.  Many of the local team are still around to tell the tale and it might not correspond to the report as outlined in the local press.  Flag- poles, fists and hurleys were given unorthodox use in the melee and the referee and his brother came off  the worst with black eyes and contusions and a couple of nights as guest of the Regional Hospital.  This victim, who was also the referee, described the game as “robust and rough” and when you consider that our neighbours from Ballybrown were the opposition, you might well understand that as true.  Solicitor M.  Tynan put up a good defence for the Kildimo men; you might say “the sixteenth man” on the local team.  The ultimate decision and referee of this courtroom encounter, sans hurleys and flagpoles, Mr Justice Gleeson- no relation of the two brothers- decided on behalf of the Gleesons and fined club members a total of £12.  He cautioned that if hurleys had been (proven to have been) used as weapons, he would indicate a jail term.  A ‘dacent’ man surely and understanding of our national pastimes.
 

ROAD SAFETY:  You may have noticed that traffic into Kildimo village from the Ferry Bridge is now proceeding at a much reduced rate of speed.  This is because of the Co Council’s and the Roads Authority new speed monitoring instrument that records and flashes its message to drivers.  A very useful device in controlling speed and enhancing road safety for villagers.
 

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:  With the start of the new University semester, the Kemmy business students have begun their work on studying the social and economic strengths and weaknesses of Kildimo and its environs.  They will bring a refreshingly new and objective approach to our local environs where those of us who are in constant contact with may not always recognise such strengths and indeed weaknesses.  It is likely following their initial study of our records that they will be seen on the ground studying the environment at first hand.  For this latter phase, you are likely to come into contact with them as they monitor local opinions in regard to our future development.
 

A GUARD NO MORE:  There was a big turnout for Noel Nicholson’s retirement party at ‘De Bucket’ on Saturday night, February 4.  Noel received many testimonies and tokens from the various local clubs and organisations in which he was involved professionally and socially.  His wife Martina who manned the barricades behind the front line, was also given due praise for her support.  We look forward to many more years of their generous contributions to local clubs and events.  
 

ANN THANKS:  The hard-working parish clerk Ann Hayes wishes to convey to parishioners her thankfulness for the generous response to the recent church collection on her behalf. Go raibh mile maith agaibh. 

 

HEALTHY COOKING/EATING:  Following the success of her recent classes in Pallaskenry and in order to accommodate those who didn’t make them, Nuala Kavanagh will host those same classed in Kildimo GAA Clubhouse.  The courses begin on Tuesday, February 21 with two sessions daily from 10.30 am and from 7.30 pm of two hours duration.  All aspects of healthy cooking and dealing with food intolerances will be dealt with.  Anne Marie O’Connor a Nutritional Therapist will add her expertise as will Maggie Hanley on the virtues of wheat grass.  And all for €60.  Enquiries to Nuala on 087 6493720 or visit her on www.jkscookingparties.com. 

 

BANTRACHT NA TUAITHE: Book Club facilitator May Galvin was very pleased with the turn out for the February gathering at ‘De Bucket’ Pub Ferrybridge recently. Following a good discussion it was agreed that the chosen book ‘My Best Friends Girl’ by Dorothy Koomson was a very good choice .When the group meet again in early April there will be an opportunity to discuss ‘A Years Turning’ by popular author and Irish Times columnist  Michael Viney.

 

COMMUNITY LOTTO:  Numbers 2, 5, 11 & 16 were drawn in the community lotto draw of January 31, for a Jackpot of €10,400.  No member predicted this combination so ‘Lucky Dips’ of €20 each were drawn by Paddy Kelly, Frances O’Donoghue, Richie McKeogh, Marie O’Curry and Caroline O’Connell. Watch out for the draw for a special package on all tickets bought on St. Valentine’s Day.

 

GAA LOTTO:  On January 30, numbers 3, 13, 16 & 28 were drawn for a Jackpot of €20.000.  No member predicted this combination so ‘Lucky Dips’ of €50 each were won by Bert Moylan, Alan Fitzgerald, Ann O’Dea and Maurice Fennessy.  The Jackpot has been capped at €20,000 for many weeks now so this could be your lucky break!

MEMORIAL FUN RUN:  It’s now twenty years since Joey Hannan met his death while cycling home from work and the memorial committee are organising their annual event in his honour on St. Patrick’s Day.  Walkers will take off at 1.15 pm and runners at 2.00 pm. Participants will be entertained to a refreshing cup of tea afterwards and prizes will be awarded for the best ‘Fancy Dress’.  The same night there will be an Irish night at the Scout’s Den with €5 admission with all proceeds going to worthwhile charities.  Enquiries about the event to Christy at 087 0682662 or Niall at 087 0522347

 

PASTORAL CENTRE:  Limerick Pastoral Centre in Denmark Street has issued their new Calendar of Events for 2012.  The lofty aims of this Centre are pursued through a wide range of courses aimed at promoting health of body, mind and soul.  Rooms at the Centre are available for hire by all and include all modern educational aids.  Among those using the Centre are self-help groups promoting mental health, addiction support and families suffering bereavement.  Staff at this facility is Fr. Noel Kirwan, Director; Karen Kiely, Administrator; Noirín Lynch, Development Officer; Fr. Chris O’Donnell, Director of Youth Ministry and Aoife Walsh, Youth Ministry Co-ordinator.  Enquiries by phone to 061 400133.

BOXERCISE CLASSES:  The Community Centre Pallaskenry is the place to be if you’re interested in participating in ‘Boxercise’.  John at ((087) 9115411 will give you details or turn up at 7.00 pm on Tuesday evenings. 

BANOGUE INVITES:  This year’s annual parish musical is the very popular ‘Annie Get Your Gun’ which will be staged on February, 11, 12, 17, 18 and 19 at 8.00 pm.  You’ll see Annie Oakley, Buffalo Bill and Sitting Bull and come away humming classics like, ‘There’s no business like show business’, ‘Doin’ what comes naturally’ and lots of others.