Kildimo Community Notes W/E May 3 2014

Kenry Outing to Aughinish 27 April 2014

Kenry Outing to Aughinish 27 April 2014

Kenry Outing to Aughinish 27 April 2014

ANNIVERSARIES: Past community members remembered at local Masses includes

Tom O’Grady and Jim Griffin on April 27 and Patsy Hayes on

May 4 at noon Mass.


RECENT DEATH: Sympathy is offered Annie Loftus and her family, relatives and

friends on the recent death of Stephen whose funeral took place

to Kilcornan cemetery following Requiem Mass in Pallaskenry

Church. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.


KENRY HISTORY SOCIETY: Members and friends of the society met at Aughinish

Alumina Plant on Sunday April 27 for an illustrated talk on the history of the area. Liam

Dundon conducted the event in which he gave his first-hand information on the area and

its inhabitants from earliest times to the present. Liam, whose family settled in the area

in 1642 explained the complex inter-relationships between the resident families on the

Island and their subsequent history. Many of his audience were also connected with the

Island and islanders, resulting in an animated discussion of living history. Photos of local

family members are avidly collected by Liam and some of these showed visitors of the past

including the famed traditional Galway singer Máire Ní Scolaí and her husband Professor

Liam O Buachalla along with his friend Eamon De Valera. A short walk following the talk

was conducted around the remains of the site of the Castle near where an archaeological

dig was conducted prior to the building of the plant during which many burials from the

Middle Ages were uncovered outside the Bawn wall of the Castle. The results of this outing

elicited many promises on the part of the visitors to return again to spend more time in this

interesting environment with hopes to view the rare orchids that appear in late May.


ANY OL’ IRON?: Kilcornan school parents’ council are seeking metals. Anything from

tin cans, rusty bikes, cars and wheelbarrows to tractors, tanks and crashed airplanes. If

you’re into the spring cleaning this is your opportunity to do yourself and the National

School a favour on May 3 from 8.30 to 12.30 by delivering your scrap to the Kilcornan

Community Centre Carpark. Larger items can be collected by contacting 087 7761225 or

087 9760267 or knspc2013@gmail.com.


COMMUNITY GAMES: Athletics training for children aged five and upwards takes

places at Copswood College on Wednesday evenings from 7 to 8 pm. Registration takes

place at these meetings costing €5 single or €10 family. Sports Day takes place in Kildimo

GAA pitch on May 5 from 3 to 6 pm, with all the usual fun events. Winners will represent

the club at the County Finals in Mungret on June 21 & 22. Competitors in the Swim B

Community in Askeaton are to be congratulated in proudly winning a total of sixteen

medals to the satisfaction of their coaches Orla and Armelle. Following forty years of local

involvement, a display of photos is being organised by Kay O’Dowd who will gladly receive

material by contacting her on 086 3329712. Officers of the local club wish to convey their

thanks for the recent response to their Churchgate Collection.


KILMALLOCK CONFERENCE: On June 5 & 6, the 16 century walled town of

Kilmallock will be the subject of lectures outlining its development and comparing its

architecture with examples from other places such as Youghal and Galway. All such

events will take place in Friars Gate Theatre in the town and advance booking is essential

at €50 for the two days including coffee breaks and lunches. Contact Helen O’Neill at 063

98019 or by e-mail to helen.oneill@limerick.ie.


DARKNESS INTO LIGHT: Following the success of last year’s 5km Walk/Run, the

organisers of this year’s event have settled on Saturday May 10 for this year. Assembly

is in Thomond Park with a 4.15 am start to do your own journey from darkness into

the light of dawn. If you are holidaying in any other part of the country there are other

locations where you can participate. Prior registration is necessary on dil.pieta.ie. Further

information from 061 484448 or by contacting Noel Nicholson who is the Chairman of

Limerick’s ‘Darkness into Light’ Committee.

BANTRACHT NA TUAITHE: All activities have now resumed with Zumba Gold on

Wednesdays in ‘Seven in ‘The Seven Sisters’ Pub Old Kildimo at 10.30am and Knitting

& Crochet group at the Library also on Wednesdays at 2.30pm. All Welcome. The next

ICA guild Meeting will take place on Wed May 7 @ 2.30pm in ‘The Seven Sisters’Pub,Old

Kldimo.


WEST LIMERICK RESOURCES: There will be a Public Meeting on the threat to

the future of West Limerick Resources and its supports on Wednesday, May 7 in the

Courtenay Lodge Hotel, Newcastle West, starting 8pm. Please attend to learn how

changes to the local development sector will affect your community and you. The

meeting will outline the government’s proposed changes under the Local Government

Reform Act 2014 and how these changes threaten the community’s ownership of and

involvement in the future delivery of the local supports and could potentially lead

to the closure of West Limerick Resources. You can also sign a national on-line petition

in support of local development companies, available at: www.ipetitions.com/petition/

support-local-development-companies


GAA LOTTO: The weekly draw continues with a handsome Jackpot on April 22

of €8,200. As no punter predicted the winning combination of numbers 12, 16, 17 &

18, Lucky Dips were drawn by D.J. Daly, Rose McKeogh, Valerie Hogan and Brian

Fitzgibbon.

Kildimo Community Notes W/E February 8 2014

 Pilgrimage at St Brigid's Well,Cartown,Kildimo Feb 2014

ANNIVERSARIES: On Thursday February 6, 10.00 am Mass will be celebrated for the late Dick Liston. All deceased will be remembered at morning Mass on Friday and at noon Mass on Sunday February 9, Morgan Malone and Eamon Lyons will be commemorated.

KENRY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The first event of this year will take place on Wednesday February 19 at 8.00 pm. The talk is on Curragh Chase and the appropriate venue will be the Community Centre, Kilcornan. Our guest speaker is the author of the very popular booklet on Curragh Chase, namely Patrick T Fitzgerald of Adare. Patrick has been visiting the place since his childhood and has built up a store of knowledge on this subject so dear to his heart. His talk will include much new material which has not been public up to now. Members and non-members are invited and welcome.

ST VALENTINE: Should you forget your valentine on the day- February 14- then there’s a chance to redeem yourself on February 21. A ‘Valentines Ball’ is being held that night at the Woodlands Adare. This includes a four course meal with complimentary wine. ‘Final Touch’ is supplying the dancing music with a disco to follow with lots of raffle prizes. Tickets are €50 with the proceeds going to Milford Hospice and Pieta House. And if you still miss out on all of that, then take yourself to the Carmelite church in Whitefriar Street in Dublin where you need to pray before the relic of St Valentine.

WEST LIMERICK RESOURCES: ‘Communities on Line’ is the name of a course beginning on Wed February 19 from 7.30 pm for seven sessions. This is a practical course for people with computer skills to enable them to set up a community website/ facebook page. Two persons per group may participate but prior registration is essential to Suzanne on 069 79114 or on srowley@wlr.ie. Suzanne is also taking names for ‘Drama Workshops’ that will begin later. This free course will cover acting, directing and the technical skills required.

BIRDWATCH: Dr Allan Mee is the speaker at our meeting at Shannon Rowing Club on Sarsfield Bridge on Wednesday February 19 at 8.00 pm. His subject is the re-introduction of the White-tailed Sea Eagles and their breeding in Mountshannon. On Sunday February 16 the outing will traverse the river bank in the city, meeting at St Michael’s Rowing Club at 10.00 am. Keep March 19 free for a presentation on Bird Migration, details later.

GAA LOTTO: The weekly draw continues and is now in the region of €7,000. Apart from buying Lotto tickets locally, you can also go on line to Kildimo GAA and choose from various options of commitment to the draw. Funds from the weekly draw are put to go use in promoting the many activities of the club.

LÁ LE BRÍD: It is good to note the continued tradition of the cult of Ireland’s first native saint in the numbers who turned up in Cartown for prayers at the well in her honour on Sunday February 2. Fr Donworth led the prayers and the local well guardians the Hevenor family ensured that the environs of the traditional well are maintained.

BANTRACHT NA TUAITHE CILL DÍOMA: Zumba Gold exercises continue every Wed morning at 10.30 am in Seven Sisters pub, Old Kildimo and all are welcome. The February guild meeting takes place on Wednesday February 5 in ‘Seven Sisters’ pub, Old Kildimo commencing at 2.30pm. The Book Club meeting at ‘De Bucket Pub’, Ferrybridge will be held on the following Tuesday February 11, meeting for lunch at 1.15pm. A review of The ICA Book of Home & Family to be undertaken by all attending. In addition the book currently being read is ‘A Street Cat named Bob’ by James Bowen.

Kildimo/Pallaskenry Community Games

Art Competition. Despite a very windy and wet morning the boys and girls

from this area made their way to Ballybrown for the County round of the

Art Competition last Saturday. The children ranged in ages from 7 years to

12 years and the art work produced on the day was of a very high standard

covering many community games activities. The judges will have their work cut

out finding the winners. Results will be issued in a few weeks time. Well done

to all who took part.

Talent Competition. Pallaskenry Communtiy Centre was alive with talent

on Saturday evening when the local talent competition took place. There

was no shortage of entries with over forty arts taking to the stage on the

night. The audience was treated to musicians playing a wide a varied array

of musical instruments, children giving river dance a run for its money with

many great dancers ,the singers were in fine voice and keeping in tune. We

even got treated to an act from the wonderful story The Secret Garden. We

had beautiful recitations that brought smiles to the faces of the audience. All

the children showed great confidence in their performance and should be

very proud of their achievements. We wish to thank Fiona Linnane, Shuna

Nunan for judging the competition. Stephan Kaiser took charge of sound on

the night and did a great job. Master of ceremonies for the night was Joanne

McGuinness and she kept the event flowing. This event would not be possible

without the support of our local national schools and the parents of the

children. We thank everyone who made this event possible. We had many

medal winners on the night and those placed in first and second place will now

go forward to represent this area at the next round of the competition. We

wish them the very best of luck.

 

Aoise Carroll Margaretta Azzopardi ,Tara Cusack.

Kildimo/ Pallaskenry Community Games

Kildimo Community Notes W/E October 20th 2013

ANNIVERSARIES: The noon Mass on Sunday October 20 will celebrate the memory of James and Margaret Woods and Stephen and Margaret Gallagher. 

COMMUNITY ALERT:  The AGM of the local branch takes place on Wednesday October 16 at 8.00 pm in the Library.   Lend your support for this worthwhile organisation and hear about the latest initiatives in relation to the very important issue of safety in the home especially for seniors living alone. 

 BANTRACHT NA TUAITHE: On this Thursday October 17th in Kilcornan Community Centre all are invited to a Fun Night commencing at 8.15pm. It’s just as it says on the tin commencing with well known clown Padini and followed by ‘Ulcycling’with Breda McKeon. Light refreshments included Admission €10 and all are very welcome. Please do join us .

RETIRED:  Local neighbours and friends of Church of Ireland Minister, George Cliffe, will be interested to know that following his many years of ministry, he is finally hanging up his soutane and relegating his collar to the top of his wardrobe.  His final area of ministry encompassed at least parts of the three counties of Kilkenny, Tipperary and Waterford, while domiciled in Piltown, Co. Kilkenny.  George forged close relationships with all the citizens of his adopted area and has been a powerful influence for unity among believers and non-believers alike.  A public evening of celebration was held in Piltown (“The Model Village”) on Thursday October 10, to mark his retirement and the high esteem in which he was held locally.  Ad Multos Annos. 

GAA AUTUMN NEWSLETTER:  If you haven’t received a copy of this record of activities, any of the officers will supply you with one.  The amalgamation of Pallaskenry and Kildimo clubs is guided by Chairman Eamon Enright, Secretary Daniel O’Sullivan and Treasurer Liam Hayes and their committee members.  The 2013 ‘Newsletter’ paints a healthy state of the club with much activity at all levels and a Clubhouse equal to any other rural club.  Success on the pitch is reflected in the choice of several players for County Teams.  Naturally finance is an important part of the success of the club and fundraising activities are central to this.  The Lotto draw continues weekly and there is a drive to further increase members for this.  If a Table Quiz would take your fancy, then the Beer Garden/Dromore Inn is the venue for one on Friday October 26.  The AGM takes place at the Club House on Thursday November 29 when your support and attendance would be welcome.

MUNGRET HERITAGE SOCIETY:  This Society’s October lecture series have begun and all take place at Mungret College and are free to non-members.  The emphasis this  time around is focused on the local area and local Newtown man and veteran fisherman will recall ‘The Skills, Hardships and Joys of a Net-Fisherman on the upper Shannon’, on Tuesday October 22 at 8.00 pm.  Enquiries to Nessan O’Donoghue at nessanmurroe@gmail.com.

KILDIMO AFC:  On Saturday October 26 there’s a full day training camp in Goalkeeping for all ages at Kilcornan.  This costs €10 per child with concessions for multiple family members.  The Scrap Metal Collection continues on Saturday mornings in October.  Contact John Hickey or John Tierney at 087 2257547 or 086 1754002 for  information.  The annual Underage Halloween Fancy Dress Disco in the Seven Sisters on Sunday October 27 from 4pm to 6pm. Spot prizes for all ages on the day including adults for the best costumes worn on the day. In association with the Kildimo National School we are running a Halloween Art Competition for all ages in the school with prizes being presented at the disco and all art work will be on display in the Seven Sisters. Many thanks to Principal Aoife Foley and her Staff for their support and help in the running of this competition.

GAA TABLE QUIZ:  Start sharpening your wits and picking your team for the Table Quiz at Dromore Inn on Friday October 26.  Tables of four cost €40 and the honour of winning will be rewarded with an appropriate cash prize. 

KILDIMO COMMUNITY COUNCIL:  The AGM of the local community council was held on Wednesday October 2 in the Library.  The community response to this important meeting did not do justice to the officers and members who have been endeavouring to maintain and develop our village and its environs.  The Chairman Tom Griffin, Hon Secretary Mary Conway and Treasurer Eddie Lunn read their reports, all of which were positive and indicative of the work they have been putting into their tasks.  Progress on the final planning permission for the community centre continue to hold up that development but constant meetings  take place between the local council members and the officers of Limerick Co Co to address these problem areas.  The development of the Library and the provision of facilities including digital projector and laptops are well underway with finances for same secured.  Dermot Mullane and Cathy O’Sullivan who share the duties of PRO and Youth Club Leaders reported on the healthy state of the latter club while always seeking help from the parents whose children enjoy their efforts. 

PALLASKENRY PLAYGROUND:  Fundraising for this worthy project continues with a ‘Bingo Night’ on Monday October 21 at 8.00 pm.  You could “Check” a prize of €400 or win a Raffle for an overnight in a five star hotel in Killarney.  Refreshments will be served.

NOVEMBER PRAYERS FOR THE DEAD:  Prayers will be conducted in the following graveyards on Sunday November 3: Killurach graveyard at 2.00 pm,  Ardcanny in Mellon at 2.45 pm and Kildimo at 3.30 pm. 

CRAFT FAIR:  Mary Conway is organising a Christmas Fair at the ‘Seven Sisters’ on Sunday November 10 from 1.30 pm.  Shop local and early for Christmas and choose from a wide variety of arts and crafts, or book a stand by contacting Mary at 087 6521806.

GAA LOTTO:  This popular weekly continues at different locations on Monday evenings.  The draw on October 7 for a Jackpot of €5,400 was not won as no member predicted the winning combination of 1, 5, 13 & 27.  Lucky Dips of €50 were drawn by Brendan & Joan Walsh, Gerry O’Dwyer, Tom Brett & Tom Fitzgerald. 


LAUREL HILL REUNION:  The School Development fundraiser at Limerick Greyhound Stadium takes place on Friday November 8.  Past students, parents and friends are invited at €10 a ticket or €25 for a family. Details from  061 319383 or Laurel Hill FCJ Coláiste 061 313636.

Pallaskenry Sale of Work organisers wishes to say Míle Buíochas to all who supported their event on Sunday last which is their annual fundraiser towards their Community Centre.

Kildimo Community Notes W/E Sept 7 2013

Guerins Platform Sept 1st 2013

Guerins Platform Sept 1st 2013

ORAL HISTORY:  West Limerick Resources will be running an Oral History Training Initiative this autumn.  Training will consist of two elements.  Participants will develop Oral History Interviewing techniques as well as examine the legal and ethical issues relevant to gathering Oral History.  The second element of the training will focus on digital voice recording and editing techniques.  Training will also explore how oral history can contribute to the local heritage of communities and identify suitable ways of showcasing their research.  Training is expected to begin in October and to run one evening per week for 10 weeks.  The course is free of charge and open to people living in the West Limerick area.  To register for the programme contact Suzanne on 069 79114 or email srowley@wlr.ie

MOTOR NEURONE DISEASE:  A fundraiser for the Irish branch of this group will be held in ‘De Bucket’ on September 6 at 8.00.  This is in memory of local lady Joan O’Mahony who died last year in England as a result of contracting the disease.  Pa & Steve will supply the music during the barbeque which will include a raffle on the night. 

GUERIN’S PLATFORM DANCING:  Another great day’s dancing was enjoyed in the sun on Sunday September 1.  The tradition of Curragh Chase dancing spans four hundred years from the time when Aubrey (the Poet’s) grandfather referred to the ‘ancient practice’ taking place in the area.  His description of ‘country folk besmeared with sweat’ was not applicable to their more hygienic descendants who enjoyed the dancing to music of Michael Sexton from Clare and the ‘Master of Ceremonies’ Pat O’Connell.  Enthusiasts of set dancing may increase their skills and add to their repertoire of sets by joining local classes.  For example, Kilcornan has a class from Monday September 9 in the lounge of Kilcornan House, when children and beginners start from 8 o’clock and may graduate to more advanced sets at 9.00 when the dancing continues to 10.30 pm. Pat O’Connell continues his popular classes in Dolans on the Dock Road on Tuesday evenings from 7.30 (beginners) and 8.30 (advanced).  Many thanks to those who made this event possible and to local businesses and landowners who gave their resources freely for the enjoyment of all. 

HERITAGE TOUR:  Knockfierna Heritage Society will hold their annual outing to Cahir Castle, The Swiss Cottage, Rock of Cashel, Holy Cross Abbey on Sunday September 29.  Previous outings have proved to be most enjoyable occasions.  Mr Philip Lynch of Kilkenny will be tour guide for the day.  Those interested in travelling on this outing please contact either Pat O’Donovan Newcastlewest & Rathkeale 087 9977340, Marion Hanley Ballingarry 087 9741387 or Mary O’Keeffe 087 6990816.  Cost €20 per person.

COMMUNITY RADIO:  Our own West Limerick Community Radio serving the people of West Limerick and running as a voluntary service invites you to their AGM on Tuesday September 24 at 8.00 pm in the Desmond Complex, NCW.  Have a say in running this important service.

ANY OLD LAPTOPS?: Should you have an unused and unwanted laptop available then Fr Murphy from Kilcornan would gladly make use of it for his mission school in Nigeria.  Fr Murphy is leaving Kilcornan to return to his ministry shortly and will take donated laptops back with him.  If you’d like to help this project contact( 087 )7072664.

GROW YOUR OWN: " Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board, (formerly County Limerick VEC) are now enrolling for FETAC 3 ‘Grow your own Vegetables ‘ and FETAC 4 ‘Grow your own Fruit ‘courses in West Limerick. Both courses will take place in Ardagh, on Blackhill Organic Farm, and run one day per week from September 2013 to June 2014. Each participant will have the opportunity to learn how to grow a wide range of delicious foods using organic methods with an emphasis on practical skills and an opportunity to gain certification. To apply for a place on the course please contact the course tutor Marie Tuttle on 0863132969."


GAA LOTTO:  This popular weekly continues at different locations on Monday evenings.  The draw on August 26 for a Jackpot of €4,800 was not won as no member predicted the winning combination of 11, 17, 18 & 26.  Lucky Dips of €50 were drawn by John Hickey, David O’Neill, Eamon Lynch & P Timmons. 


SOUTH AFRICAN LINKS:  Kilcornan links with the less fortunate in a township in South Africa are a vital source of funding for the feeding programme there.  Your chance to continue this great work is available on Sunday September 15 for  the ‘Sale of Work/Cake Sale’ from 11.30 to 3.30 at the Community Centre.  There will be lots of raffles on the occasion and Bernadette Hackett is available to advise on the event at 061 393637.




FREE TRAINING:  Communities taking part in Tidy Towns or environmental activities in the West Limerick area are invited to take part in a one day training session on Invasive Species which will take place on this coming Saturday September 7 as part of on-going training and support being offer by West Limerick Resources and An Taisce through the West Limerick Tidy Towns Network. Training is free of charge and new members are always welcome. To register interest contact Suzanne on 069 79114 or email srowley@wlr.ie

BANTRACHT NA TUAITHE: Jumbo Gold exercises for the ‘not so young’ with Avril  are being organised by Kildimo ICA and  will commence shortly. Members & non members welcome Further details from (087)2172225.

BUSINESS TRAINING:  Limerick County Enterprise Board are beginning their Autumn Training Schedule in September on a variety of topics related to industry and at various locations.  The full programme is available on their website www.lcob.ie

IRISH CANCER SOCIETY: A cancer survivors conference will be held on Thursday /Friday Sept 20/21 at AVIVA Stadium Dublin & all patients, survivors & family members are invited . Entry is free and further information available from Avril (01) 2310533 or email aosullivan@irishcancer.ie

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BINGO FUNDRAISER :Pallaskenry Community Playground Committee are holding Bingo on Monday 16th September at 8pm in Pallaskenry Community Centre. Great prizes and raffle on the night. Come along for a great night out.  


 LINE DANCING classes are starting in Kilcornan Community Hall on Monday 9th September at 7pm.Further details from Teresa 087-9043046

READERS WRITERS:  A new initiative to showcase the writings of enthusiasts who might like an outlet for their short stories, prose, articles, etc., is being launched on this new websitewww.readerswriters.ie.  This is a Co. Limerick initiative and James will take queries on 087 8046187 or by e-mail to james@readerswriters.ie.

Kildimo Community Notes W/E August 24 2013

RECENT DEATH: There was deep shock in the Pallaskenry area recently when the news of the unexpected death of Mr John Keating reached the village. Son of Lily and the late Sgt John Keating, the deceased who was in his 45^th year, had taken early retirement and was living in Greece. He is deeply mourned by his mother Lily, siblings, extended family and many friends RIP.His funeral will be celebrated  locally and details will be announced shortly. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

GRAVEYARD MASS: The many past generations will be remembered at Mass on Friday August 23 at 7.30 pm in Kildimo Cemetery. Fr. John will lead the celebration and you might like to remind those outside the parish about the event.  It also offers a reminder to carry out any last minute tidying of your family plots

Kildimo Gathering Weekend: Thanks to the efforts of the community council   and other volunteers the programme of events went without a hitch. The recently refurbished Carnegie Library was the venue for an Arts & Craft exhibition hosted by the Killulta ICA Painting Group together with their friends from the local women’s painting group. Works from  approx. 14 local artists together with a variety of handcrafts were on display over the weekend. A historical walk conducted by members of the Kenry Historical Society and visiting speaker Milo Spillane from Croom was well supported despite the inclement weather. A respite at ‘The Seven Sisters ‘Pub on the way added to the occasion.

An opportunity to socialise and meet old friends and new over the week-end was afforded with sporting activities in the GAA Field, and a fishing competition in Bleach Lough. Music and dancing in all the local pubs together with Limerick singer and song-writher Mick Hanly in Concert concluded the activities.

HERITAGE WEEK:  The opening of this annual week was overshadowed by the local Gathering activities, but the calendar of events offers lots of interesting heritage events for Co. Limerick and surrounding counties.  The Desmond Hall, NCW offers another chance to catch Joseph Lennon’s talk on Castles of the county on Wednesday August 21 at 7.30 pm.  At the same venue on the following Saturday and Sunday at 4.00pm there are musical treats of the West Limerick Singers Club and an Uileann Piper Recital.  If you have any interest in the Titanic disaster, the exhibition in the Tourist Office Askeaton is a must as it profiles the local involvement in the event.  This is open to the public on Thursday and Friday, August 22 & 23 from 10 am.  If you’re an O’Brien (or even if you aren’t), the ‘Heritage of Brian Boru’ is on offer on Saturday August 24 at 10 am on the Jetty at Killaloe, followed by a boat trip on the lake to point out places of interest related  to the great man, the 1,000 year celebration of who’s death takes place next year. 

If you have the ‘Event Guide’ for the week, you’ll find lots of other events that might interest you or any visitors you might be entertaining. 

COMPASSIONATE COMMUNITIES:  A range of useful leaflets are available at local libraries that emanate from Milford Care Centre.  These information leaflets deal with a range of sensitive issues all illustrating the expertise of this caring centre on matters relating to illness and death.  While few will feel confident in dealing with such sensitive life and death situations, often the care extended and welcome will be in practical matters such as helping with the shopping or with household chores.  Contact www.CompassionateCommunities.ie or phone the Milford Care Centre on 061 485800.

BUSINESS TRAINING:  Limerick County Enterprise Board are beginning their Autumn Training Schedule in September on a variety of topics related to industry and at various locations.  The full programme is available on their website www.lcob.ie

IRISH CANCER SOCIETY: A cancer survivors conference will be held on Thursday /Friday Sept 20/21 at AVIVA Stadium Dublin & all patients, survivors & family members are invited . Entry is free and further information available from Avril (01) 2310533 or email aosullivan@irishcancer.ie

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CYCLE FOR CHARITY:  In its sixth year, the Cliona’s Foundation Cycle takes place this year from the Honeyfitz Theatre in Lough Gur on Saturday August 31.  With three routes to cater for all grades of fitness, the event will end with a Barbeque, face painting, music and a bouncy castle.  You may register for the event online at www.eventmaster.ie or at the Theatre from 8.30 am.  Sponsorship cards are available from Cliona’s Foundation on 061 400640 or 087 1887700.

CURRAGHCHASE GATHERING:  All roads from the parishes of Cappagh, Rathkeale, Adare, Askeaton and Kildimo lead to the platform at Curragh Chase Cross for a Guerin’s Platform ‘gathering’ on Sunday September 1.  Pat O’Connell will create order out of mayhem in conducting the dances to the music of one-man band, Michael Sexton who will leave this venue to play for the month at Lisdoonvarna where he has the annual gig.  See you at three under the lime tree!


GAA LOTTO:  This popular weekly continues at different locations on Monday evenings.  The draw on August 12 for a Jackpot of €4,600 was not won as no member predicted the winning combination of 4, 12, 14 & 28.  Lucky Dips of €50 were drawn by Jackie Griffin, John Moloney, Fintan O’Donnell & Richard Kennedy. 


READERS WRITERS:  A new initiative to showcase the writings of enthusiasts who might like an outlet for their short stories, prose, articles, etc., is being launched on this new websitewww.readerswriters.ie.  This is a Co. Limerick initiative and James will take queries on 087 8046187 or by e-mail to james@readerswriters.ie.

KILDIMO GATHERING WEEKEND 16th, 17th, 18th AUGUST, 2013

Friday 16^th August

4 pm to 6 pm – Art Exhibition in Library

6 pm to 7 pm - “Opening of Gathering with Set Dancing

                          At the crossroads, Old Kildimo at the

                        Seven Sisters Pub

7 pm to 9. 30 pm – Tea Time Dancing at Seven Sisters  -

                               Music by “Karisma”  in lounge +

                              tea and  refreshments after dancing

9.30 pm till late  -  Music & Dancing with Tommy Mc Cauley

                             At Seven Sisters Pub – font bar.

     Saturday 17^th August

10 am -2.00 pm   - Fishing Competition at Beach Lough

                              Boats are first come first served basis.

                              Entry €5.00 euros contact 086 2348021

10 am - 2.00 pm – Car Boot Sale and Local Market at

                              Kellets Interiors, Kildimo Village.

                            Contact: 087 6521806 for bookings.

11 am – 12.30 pm - Historical walk starting at Cemetery Old

                               Kildimo to Kildimo Village.

2.00 pm  -  Underage match in GAA Field

2.30 pm  -  Barbeque in GAA Field followed by

3.00 pm – Intermediate Hurling Exhibition

4.30 pm -  Rounder’s Match

4 pm to 6 pm – Art Exhibition in Library

               

10.00 pm - Music – Dromore Inn to Andy Mooney

Sunday 18^th August

12.00 noon - Mass in Kildimo Church-Reinstating of Killulta Church

                    Holy Water Font on grounds of Kildimo Church

1.00 pm to 3.00 pm – Art Exhibition in Library

6.00 pm to 8.00 pm – Music with Mad Macs -Slatterys Pub

8.00 pm – “Limerick singer and song writer”  

                  Mick Hanly in Concert, at

                  The Seven Sisters Pub, In aid of

                 Milford Hospice – Tickets €10.00

                contact Joanne on 087 7501415

                 or at Kildimo Post Office.

                 All are welcome. 

For Info. Contact:   kildimocommunitycouncil@gmail.com or contact 0876521806

Kildimo Community Notes W/E August 10 2013

THE GATHERING:  The final programme has been prepared by Mary Conway and members of the Community Council.  Beginning on Friday August 16, there will be an art exhibition in the Library over the weekend at various times.  Starting at the ‘Seven Sisters’ at 6.00 pm, there will be ‘Set Dancing’, followed by ‘Old Time’ with Karisma and Tommy McCauley from 9.30 pm.  On Saturday the day starts with fishing on Bleach Lough from 10.00 am.  From 10.00 to 2.00 pm, Kelletts is the venue for a ‘Car Booth Sale’.  Book your pitch on 087 6521806.  At 11.00 am the Kenry Historical Society members will conduct a historical walk that will trace the development of Kildimo’s history from earliest times to the present.  The action moves to the GAA complex for hurling and barbeque from 2.00 pm.  Saturday night Andy Mooney supplies the music at the ‘Dromore Inn’.  On Sunday noon Mass starts the day’s activities in St. Joseph’s Church with a pause for the hurling semi-final that afternoon.  Slattery’s will host music by ‘Mad Macs’ from 6.00 to 8.00 pm, when the final concert with Mick Hanly takes place at the ‘Seven Sisters’ with tickets at €10 for Milford Hospice, available locally.

PLAYGROUND:  Grass skirts and floral shirts are ‘de rigueur’ for a Hawaiian-themed night in Clancy’s on Saturday August 10 at 8.00 pm.  (Preferably both should be worn at the same time).  This is a fundraiser for the Pallaskenry Playground and cocktails will accompany the barbeque, slave auction and raffle.  A fun night is assured. 

“THANK YOU”:  The organisers of the Fundraising Céilí in Knockaderry on Friday August 2 wish to thank their patrons whose presence realised €1,268.00 in aid of the Irish Cancer Society.  Likewise thanks to Teresa and Deirdre Lenihan from the benefiting society for their work.

IRISH CANCER SOCIETY: A cancer survivors conference will be held on Thursday /Friday Sept 20/21^st at AVIVA Stadium Dublin & all patients, survivors & family members are invited . Entry is free and further information available from Avril (01) 2310533 or email aosullivan@irishcancer.ie

Kildimo Burial Ground: Mass will be celebrated  by Fr John Donworth PP  in Kildimo  cemetery on Friday August 23 at 7.30pm. Please inform all interested who may be living outside the parish of the arrangements .A clean up of graves at this time would be appreciated.

CYCLE FOR CHARITY:  In its sixth year, the Cliona’s Foundation Cycle takes place this year from the Honeyfitz Theatre in Lough Gur on Saturday August 31.  With three routes to cater for all grades of fitness, the event will end with a Barbeque, face painting, music and a bouncy castle.  You may register for the event online at www.eventmaster.ie or at the Theatre from 8.30 am.  Sponsorship cards are available from Cliona’s Foundation on 061 400640 or 087 1887700.

CURRAGHCHASE GATHERING:  The Kilcornan ‘Platform Dancing Committee’ has chosen Sunday September 1 for the next session outside the gates of Curragh Chase, to be held between 3.00 and 6.00 pm.  As usual Pat O’Connell will be calling the dances and this year to the very popular musician Michael Sexton.  The opportunity to involve local balladeers and artists will be given and all for free!  Where would you get it?



GAA LOTTO:  This popular weekly continues at different locations on Monday evenings.  The draw on July 29 for a Jackpot of €4,400 was not won as no member predicted the winning combination of 3, 10, 16 & 20.  Lucky Dips of €50 were drawn by Pat Casey, Ml. McCarthy, Kate Jarvey & Tommy McCarthy.