TIDY TOWNS

The Annual General Meeting of the Tidy Towns will be held in the Parish Hall, Ballygarrett on Thursday 23rd February at 8.00pm. We are appealing for more volunteers to get involved in the upkeep of our village together we can make a difference

BRIDGE

Beginners Classes are held in Séan Óg's Hotel, Kilmuckridge (Mornings or Evenings). If interested phone Podge on 053-9482740 or 087-2487540

PILATES FOR MEN

Pilates is in The Soccer Clubhouse, Ballygarrett on Wednesday nights at 7.30pm. €7-00 per class. Contact Tim 0876715467. Pilates increases core strength, flexibility and muscle tone

SYMPATHY

Sincere sympathy is extended to Mrs Bridie Dawson & Family, Newtown, Ballygarrett on the death of her beloved husband Dermot, to Mick Whelan & Family, Ballinastud on the death of his brother Dan in England and also to Maureen Whelan "Carrig View" on the death of her cousin. May their souls rest in peace

COMMUNITY GAMES

Basketball every Wednesday night in Ballygarrett GAA Complex from 6.308.30pm for ages 9 years upwards

YOUTH CLUB

Dates for your Diary: Tag Rugby 11th March. Next Disco 20th April. Rounders 29th April. End of year trip to Carlingford will be on May 26th & 27th A good night was had by all at the Valentine Disco in Taghmon.

The Youth Club meets in Killenagh Park on Friday nights 8.00pm to 9.30pm. New and old members welcome

KILLENAGH WANDERERS

Results of Lotto Draw held on Sunday night 12th February: Numbers drawn: 2, 3, 11, 23. No Jackpot winner. Congratulations to the match 3 winners Marie Halvey, Castletown, and Ciara Dunbar. Tickets for weekly Lotto draw are available from any club member or local outlets. Cost €2 each

Thanks to all who contributed in any way to the Ann Summers Party held in aid of the Club. A good night was had by all

GOLF SOCIETY

Ballygarrett Golf Society season begins when their first outing of the year takes place on Saturday 3rd March in Blainroe GC. The day is sponsored by Jim O'brien and Natcom. Tee time 10.00am-11.30am and dinner is included.

Joan Sinnott makes a little bit of history this year by being our first female Captain and we would ask for a good turnout to support Joan on her first outing, on behalf of all members we wish Joan well for the season ahead.

Blainroe is one of the more popular golf clubs so get your names in early. All names to be in on or before 9.00pm 28th February. You can get your name in by email ballygarrettgolfsociety@gmail.com, mobile 087-1361899 or on facebook.

If you haven't done so yet why not become a friend of Ballygarrett Golf Society on Facebook where you will get all the up to date news and gossip! Membership can be paid on the day. Presentation of prizes will take place in The Schooner at 9.30pm

GAA LOTTO

There was no winner of last week's draw. The numbers picked were: 3, 6, 13, and 16. The €20 lucky dip winners were: Ben Mcgrath; KLM Sinnott; Liam Brennan; Christopher and David Besanson; and Grace Kavanagh. This week's jackpot stood at €2,600.

CHRISTY MOORE TRIBUTE

A fundraising concert, with Liam Byrne doing his Christy Moore tribute, will be held in Sean Og's, on Friday, 24th February at 9 p.m. The show is in aid of the Cosgrave School of Irish Dancing. Entry is €5 and tickets are available from the dancers, in Sean Og's, and on the door. A great door prize is also on offer. February 22, in Ambrose Maloney's, Courtown.

RIVERCHAPEL WHIST

The top score winner at the Riverchapel Whist on Thursday, February 9 last was Maeve Tomkins. In first place in the gents' section was Mary O'connor; Patsy Kinsella was second; and Kevin Kinsella shared third place with Terry. Maura was the halftime winner. In the gents' section, Peggy Nolan was first; P Stafford shared second place with Betty Byrne; while Anne Roche was the half-time winner. The raffle winners were: Peg Stafford; Alice Gibney; Collette O'toole; Marie Garlic; and Eileen Wheelock.

PRINCIPAL RETIRES

Past and present pupils of Riverchapel National School are invited along to a retirement function for principal Evan Stack, who is stepping down after serving as principal in the school since 2003, having been principal in Ballythomas NS before then. The function will be held in the school on Friday, February 24, at 7 p.m. Members of the local community are also welcome to attend.

CHURCH TIMES

Star of the Sea Church, Riverchapel, Mass Times are 6 p.m. on Saturdays, and 10 a.m. on Sundays.

REALT NA MARA GAA

Club Gear is available, hoodies, gearbags, shorts etc. Contact Club members for details. The Clubhouse is now available for parties, get togethers etc. Contact Diarmuid Dunbar on 087 6379125 or Mary Cooper on 087 8111840.

There was no winner of last week's lotto draw. The numbers picked were: 3, 6, 13, and 16. The €20 lucky dip winners were: Ben Mcgrath; KLM Sinnott; Liam Brennan; Christopher and David Besanson; and Grace Kavanagh. This week's jackpot stood at €2,600.

Dates for your diary: Upcoming events at the Realt na Mara Ballygarrett GAA Club complex: a Poker Classic on Friday, February 24, at 8 p.m.; a Variety Concert on Friday, March 16; and a Fashion Show on Saturday, March 31.

COURTOWN HIBS

Courtown hibs results weekend of 18th February: U14B Courtown Hibs 1 Forth Celtic 1; U14A Curracloe 4 Courtown Hibs 1; U14C Wexford Albion 2 Courtown Hibs 0; U11B Gorey Rangers 1 Courtown Hibs 5; Schoolgirls U10 Allblacks 1 Courtown Hibs 8.

MENS: North End 0 Courtown Hibs A 1, scorer was Colin O'brien; Camolin 2 Courtown Hibs 1; Womens cup semi-final Courtown Hibs 2 Glen Celtic 1.

All at Courtown Hibs would like to congratulate the U10s girls team on winning the league on Saturday well done and keep up the good work. classes for Beginners Tuesday nights for 6 weeks €80 contact Mary 0879417456. Basic First Aid Monday 27th & Tuesday 28th Feb 9.30am -3.30pm €85. Manual Handling Monday 20th February 10am-2pm €60. Growing Vegetables starting soon introductory price €50. Beginners computer class Wednesday 10am -12 cost €50. Child Development Fetac L5 Monday 23rd January at 7pm €150. Phone: 05391 18891.

SCHOOL ENROLMENT

Enrolment for Junior Infants for September 2012 now taking place at St Joseph's Primary School. Application forms available from secretary phone 0539130144.

BRIDGE

Bridge takes place in Séan Ógs on Mondays at 7.30pm. Beginners classes are available (morning or evenings) if interested please phone Podge 0539482740or 0872487540.

ST MARY'S CHURCH LOTTO

There was no jackpot winner on Monday 6th February winning numbers were: 1.3.20.24. Match 3 winners Bill Donnelly Jr (c/o Joe's), Cillian & Rhys Larkin Ballinlow, K Devereux Ballinlow.

TIDY TOWNS AGM

The AGM of Kilmuckridge Tidy Town was held in Joe Hammels on Monday 13th February at 8pm. A vote of sympathy was passed to Mrs Anne Marie hammel on the recent death of her father. The chairperson John Hearne thanked everybody for their hard work and dedication during the past year, many many hours of hard work went into this year's entry. We increased our mark significantly so this year we are looking for new ideas and as always new volunteers.

So, if you've got a spare evening, and wish to lend a helping hand. Contact John Hearne 087 2254580 or Anne Marie Hammel 087 1183859. Also we urge people when out walking and if you spot some litter please dispose of it carefully in the litter bin.

CHRISTY MOORE TRIBUTE

A fundraising concert, with Liam Byrne doing his Christy Moore tribute, will be held in Sean Og's, on Friday, 24th February at 9 p.m. The show is in aid of the Cosgrave School of Irish Dancing. Entry is €5 and tickets are available from the dancers, in Sean Og's, and on the door. A great door prize is also on offer.