Conahy Notes
HURLING
The intermediate hurlers will face Tullogher-Rosbercon in their third round game of the Michael Lyng Motors Intermediate Hurling League in Clara on this Saturday afternoon at 4.00 p.m.
The junior A hurlers lost out to Young Irelands in the semi-finals of the Northern Junior A Hurling League in Gowran on Thursday night last. The locals led by 0-10 to 2-3 at the half-time interval but the concession of three further goals proved to be their undoing. As it was, they fought to the end but the Gowran men secured the victory on a 5-11 to 1-13 score line.
The under-16 and under-14 hurlers were also defeated by Piltown and Mullinavat respectively in their most recent games in the Duggan Steel Leagues. The under-16’s showed great heart against an excellent Piltown side but the Southerners won out in the end by 1-18 to 0-12. The under-14’s were also up against a very strong Mullinavat team and despite Conahy’s best efforts, their opponents were far too strong in the end.
CAMOGIE
The Under-14 camogie girls secured a good win over St. Lachtain’s (Freshford) in their fourth round league game played in Jenkinstown on Wednesday night last. After a tough battle all through, the local girls won out on a 2-8 to 2-3 score line.
TEAM: Grace Mulhall, Róisín Phelan, Amanda Molloy, Chloe Leahy, Shannon Conry, Maeve Walsh, Colleen Booth, Shannon Feehan, Ruth Hennessy, Alice Byrne (1-1), Cara Brennan (0-3), Megan Cuddihy (0-3), Laura Kennedy, Emma Molyeaux (1-0), Eve Ring, Aoife Mulhall, Lydia Mahony, Yvonne Dooley, Robyn Creedon, Ellen Gunner (0-1), Emma Mulhall, Caoimhe Hennessy, Amy Lawless.
LOTTO RESULTS
The numbers in the recent Conahy Shamrocks GAA Club Lotto draw were 14, 15 and 16. There was no jackpot winners so the consolation prize winners wereKitty Deevy, Mairead Brennan, Julie Jackman, Fergal Brady, Paddy Kavanagh and Padraic Hally.The promoters’ prize winners werePeter Mulhall, Seamus Og Brennan and Margaret Buggy. This week’s jackpot now rises to €1,100.
SUICIDE AWARENESS
St. Patrick’s (Ballyragget) GAA Club will host a talk on Suicide Awareness and its effects on Wednesday, June 3rd at 8.00 p.m. in the Clubhouse in St. Patrick’s GAA. Guest speaker on the night will be Fr. Paschal Moore from the Kilkenny GAA Health & Wellbeing Committee. All are welcome but there is an age limit of 17 years and over. For further details, please contact John Ryan (087-0578653) or Geraldine McGrath (087-9568258).
GET ON YOUR BIKE
A charity cycle in aid of Carlow-Kilkenny Homecare Team and Conahy Community Holistic Garden will take place from the top to the bottom of the Diocese of Ossory (Seir Kieran to Mooncoin) on the coming Saturday and Sunday. A bus will leave Conahy Church on Saturday at 9.00 a.m. to travel to Seir Kieran and a further bus will return participants to Conahy from Mooncoin on Sunday at 2.00 p.m. This is a fun community cycle with plenty of stops along the 40 mile journey each day. The Liam McCarthy Cup will also be accompanying participants on their journey. Non-Conahy cyclists can opt to fundraise for the Carlow Kilkenny Homecare Team only. All cyclists must obey the rules of the road and participants are encouraged to get their bike serviced with event sponsor Kilkenny Cycles (056-7764374). A broom vehicle will support anyone who may be in difficulty during the journey and all cyclists must wear a helmet. A barbecue hosted by Fr. Eamonn O’Gorman PP in his front garden will be held after day one. So start preparing now and get fit for summer. Sponsorship cards are available from Nickey Feehan (087-9076747), Brian Lacey (086-8392578),Damien O’Dornan (087-1649567), Peter Ring (086-9384669) and Fr. O’Gorman (087-2236145).
INTODUCTION TO MINDFULNESS
A course in Mindfulness is now underway in Conahy Hall on Tuesday nights. The course is suitable for beginners and those who are more familiar with this wonderful relaxing age-old practice. It is open to every one so feel free to give it a try. No need to book-just come along. For further enquiries, please contact 087-1649568.
PUBLIC MEETING - CONAHY HALL REDEVELOPMENT
A public meeting regarding the redevelopment of Conahy Hall will take place tonight (Wednesday) at 8.00 p.m. All parishioners are very welcome to this meeting where much needed and proposed redevelopment works will be discussed. Please support this meeting, as representatives from Kilkenny Leader, KKCC, Foroige, HSE, Age Friendly Kilkenny and elected politicians will be present.
NEW BEGINNINGS PROJECT MUSICAL LESSONS
During May and June the New Beginnings group will be providing an opportunity for children/young people from our Parish community who are members of the New Beginnings Youth Choir, to learn various instruments. Application forms will be distributed through the schools and places will be allocated on a first come first served bases. Those already attending will retain their place. Lessons will be available in Tin whistle, Flute, African and Cajun Drumming, Guitar, Piano, speech, drama and modern dance.
NEW BEGINNINGS CHOIR
Practice for the choir will continue onthis Fridayevening at7.00 pm.New Members are very welcome. Parents are encouraged to send their children to this exciting new group play time and pizza every week. The Choir will participate in the followingSundayCommunity family masses: this Sunday at 11.00 am,May 24that 11 am,June 7th at 11am, Corpus Christi (June 20th) at 11am.The final family Community mass before the summer break will take place in Jenkinstown Church onSaturday, June 27th at 8.00pm. A fun Mystery day trip for all regular choir attenders will take place onSunday June 28th. The Choir will then take a break for the summer and will restart back for practice onSaturday 29th August at6.00 pm.
CLOTHES COLLECTION
A clothes collection will take place before and after all Masseson June 20th and 21st in aid of The Youth Choir.Start filling your black bags!
GALA CONCERT
Photos and DVD of the recent Gala Concert in Conahy Church are now available. Please contact 086-8532663 to secure a copy.
TOMMY FLEMING
Renowned singer Tommy Fleming is coming to St. Colman’s Church, Conahy in aid of Jenkinstown Carpark extension and resurfacing. The concert will take place onThursday, October 2nd 2015, at 8.00 p.m.Tickets cost €30 and go on sale for the first ten rows in Conahy Hall on Sunday May 31st 2015 at 11.45 a.m.and go on general release fromMonday, June 1st from Roller Coaster Records, Castlecomer and Ballyragget Post Office, The New Conahy Parish Office, Conahy Shamrocks GAA Clubhouse. and Fr Eamonn O'Gorman.To avoid disappointment, you can pre- book your ticket call or text theConahy Tommy Fleming Ticket Line, leaving name and number to 087-1649568.
LOGS FOR SALE
Logs are for sale to raise funds for the Conahy Community Garden Project. They are available at a cost of €4 per bag, €45 for large white ton bag, or €145 for large 8X4 trailer and cut and blocked to a nice size perfect for stoves. Free delivery included. For details, call Fr. Eamonn O'Gorman on 087-2236145, Damien on 087-1649568, or Nicola on 086-8532663.
CONAHY LEAVING CERT STUDENTS 2015
You are invited to close your books for half an hour and take a break and clear your head! Enjoy Relaxation, meditation and mindfulness in St. Colman’s Church, Conahy on eachTuesdayduring May at8.30pm(for approx 30 mins) with an experienced facilitator.
END OF TERM SCHOOL TERM CHILDREN/YOUTH DISCO
An End of School Term Fun Childrens/Youth Disco will take place on Friday, June 19th, and includes animated Projector Show. Junior infants to 2nd Class are welcome from 6.30 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. and must be accompanied by Parent/Guardian.3rd Class to 6th Class are welcome from 8.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. with parents requested to pick children up on time. Cost is €4 or €7 per family.
CONAHY COMMUNITY PLAYGROUP
Conahy Community Playgroup are now enrolling for September 2015. Free childcare places available ECCE and CCS Schemes. The playgroup is openfrom Mondayto Fridayfrom 9.00 a.m. to 12.30p.m.For further enquires, please contact Geraldine Dunne on (086) 8322951.
BLOOD DONORS
The Blood Donor Clinic will be in the Community Centre Freshford tomorrow(Thursday) from5.00 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. New donors are welcome. Please donate to ensure essential blood supplies.