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Weekend 28th/29th March 2015 WEBSITE www.graigscouts.org E-MAIL - [email protected] SCOUT HALL The Scout Hall and the Meeting room/kitchen upstairs are available for bookings. Please contact Pauline O’ Brien, 087 2207115

Daffodil Day takes place outside Doran’s Supervalu on Friday 27th of March. Anyone who has fresh daffodils please leave them into Doran’s on Friday morning.

Graignamanagh Boys National School are delighted to announce after weeks of hard work our Cookery book will be on Sale next week retailing at €10* per copy So make sure to get your copy when you see it in the local shops because when they are gone they are gone! Its sure to make a lovely present and it will definitely be a treasure to have on your worktop at home -it is packed full of the boy s own favourite recipes which are easy to follow, fun to make and best of all very tasty !! As always any money raised from the sale this cook book goes directly back into the school so your continued support is so much appreciated. Copies Of the book will be available from local stores, the boy’s school or you can contact any member of the parents association. Details of which will be in next Week’s bulletin.

Lucinda Sly 180th Anniversary Plaque Unveiling A plaque to commemorate the last woman hanged in Carlow, Lucinda Sly, will be unveiled at 2:15pm on Monday 30th March, 2015 at the Governor’s House, Carlow Gaol – now Carlow Shopping Centre. Both Lucinda and accomplice John Dempsey were publically hanged on March 30th 1835 at Carlow Gaol at 2:30pm. Prayers will be offered and there will be one minute silence at 2:30pm.This is a free event and all welcome. Organised by Carlow County Museum in conjunction with Féile na Gaeilge, Ceatharlach with the kind assistance of Carlow Shopping Centre

Graiguenamanagh Angling Club In the 1970’s and 1980’s Angling was an essential part of tourism in Graiguenamanagh providing valuable business especially to the local B & B’s and shops. By the 1990’s saw the beginning of a decline in visiting overseas anglers, initially a decline in course anglers but more recently a decline in other forms of angling. The decline was driven by a combination of factors (foot and mouth, decline of fish stock (trout and bream) reduced water quality, drift netting and negative publicity. The Angling committee with the help of the Angling Council of Ireland this year hope to put Graiguenamanagh back on the map as one of the top angling destinations in the South East. So far this year 3 angling clubs have come to Graiguenamanagh to hold their course fishing competitions and the feedback from all clubs has been tremendous. This Sunday March 29th sees the return of Portobello Angling to hold one of their winter league matches. On Sunday 31st of May Graiguenamanagh will host a major competition as part of Oaklands Barrow Dunbrody Festival. Up to 60 Anglers from all over Europe will take part in the one day competition, fishing time 10.00 – 3. 00. Anyone interested in more information about our club and competitions contact our Facebook page. Club membership €25 adult, €5 junior and €10 o.a.p Concert at Ionad Dara, Goresbridge. Concert featuring The Whileaways on Fri March 27th at 8.30pm. Three distinct voices consisting of Noriana Kennedy, Nicola Joyce and Noelie McDonnell. They combine together to weave a tapestry of harmonies and beautifully crafted original songs. Their sound is steeped in the echoes of American roots and folk. They will be supported on the night by a group of local musicians led by Billy Carrigan from Clara on uilleann pipes. This promises to be another great night at Ionad Dara. Tickets €20.00 from Gerry Kavanagh 086-0443152.

Beavers Cubs & Scouts Beaver meetings on Tuesdays from 6 to 7pm, scout meetings on Mondays from 7.15 to 8.15pm and cub meetings on Wednesdays from 6.45pm to 8pm. For Sale:  Fully serviced site for sale in centre of town, open to offers, contact 087 2339414 Furniture: BRENDAN KAVANAGH; Fitted Kitchens, Wardrobes, Free Standing Units, Sitting Room Units, Sliding wardrobes radiator cabinets, Free Estimates, Top Quality Work. 087 2309533. Showroom open Email address: [email protected] Website: www.brendankavanaghkitchens.com 10/10

Citizens Information Centre Main Street

Phone No. 059-9724955 Are you entitled to additional benefits due to reduced income? You may be entitled to a Rent or Mortgage Interest Supplement, GP Visit Card or Family Income Supplement.

If you need information re pension entitlements etc. drop into Citizens Information and find out more.

This is a private and confidential service.

We are open Thursday and Friday mornings 10.30a.m. to 12.30 p.m If you require information outside these hours please contact the office in Kilkenny on 0761077910

2 Ashlawn Garden Centre Donore Bagenalstown Co Carlow Ph 059 9721175 Open Mon-Sat 9.30 to 6 Sunday 2 to 6

Orders now being taken for hanging baskets and window boxes

Lovely selection of flowering bulbs, pansies, bellis and polyanthus now available.

Large selection of trees, shrubs, roses, perennials, Heathers, fruit trees, and climbers always in stock

20% off fountains, bird baths, sundials, tables and benches, garden ornaments etc.:

Multi-Purpose Compost 2 for €10

Bark Mulch 3 for €20

Parish News Chrism Mass will take place in Carlow Cathedral on Mon. 30th at 7.30pm Invalids will be attended as follows: Tues. 31st; Graig Country. Wed 1st April; Graig Town, Thurs 2nd April; Tinnahinch and Ullard. Thursday afternoon; Skeoughvosteen.

Graiguenamanagh Library News Daffodil Day Coffee Morning Friday 27th March At Graiguenamanagh Library, From 10.00 -12.30pm All are welcome Donations of home baking would be greatly appreciated. Daffodil merchandise on sale in the Library also raffle tickets on sale 3 strips €1.00 some lovely prizes on display in the library. Parent & Toddler group meet every Thursday morning in the Library from 10am – 12.00 all welcome Bibliotherapy- The power of words- Read yourself well...now available in the library. The collection includes books on many of the common psychological problems people experience, (eg) depression, behavioural problems, eating disorders, anger, bullying, bereavement, self-esteem issues, teenagers sibling rivalry. Green Dog Walkers - sign up to be a Green Dog walker and collect your arm band and doggie bag and a hi-vis at the Library Crafty Crew meet every Wednesday from 10.30 to 12.00, if you would like to meet, knit, sew, crochet, embroider or any craft come along for chat and a cuppa. Exhibition boards and display case available in the library for any arts or crafts phone the library at 056 7794178

3 Mary Hanrahan Beauty

Main Street, Borris. (Ground floor of Doyle A Style hair salon)

0876836199 Phone or Text Mary for appointments All beauty treatments including

Facials: Glycolic Peels:

Medi wave take 10, non-surgical face lift:

Apilus electrolysis (permanent facial hair removal)

Waxing

Shallac 2 week nail polish, Colour changing shellac available also

Spray Tan: Special Occasions & Bridal Make up: False lashes House calls for Weddings:

Deluxe Manicure: Pedicure

30 years’ experience in beauty therapy Private & confidential service assured. Gift vouchers.

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BEST OF LUCK TO OUR FOOTBALLERS IN THE JJ KAVANAGH & SONS JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP COUNTY FINAL IN ST. JOHN’S PARK ON SATURDAY @ 4PM.

Lotto: The Local Lotto Jackpot now stands at €15,100. Reserve Jackpot €10,000. The numbers drawn were 12, 22, 26 & 30 and there was no winner. Consolation winners of €30 each were Joan Gill, Sharon Bolger, Frances Sheehy, Val Lonergan & Siobhan Butler. Tickets are on sale in Local Businesses and from Committee members costing €2 Next draw on Mon 30th March at 9pm in The Cosy. All are welcome.

Membership fees are now due for 2015: Deadline for all players is 31st March 2015. Adult Player - Waged €100 Adult Player - Unwaged €50 Student players - €50 Family Membership - Parents & Children U18 €50, Juveniles €20 Adult non player €20 Senior Citizens €10 Membership can be given to any Committee member and a receipt will be issued.

Primary Schools Hurling: 11 members of the Primary schools hurling team will play a mini game at half time in Nowlan Park on Sunday during the Kilkenny V Clare Relegation Final. Our U12 Hurlers will play in the final of the Rathnure Hurling Tournament this week. Well done boys & their mentors and best of luck in the final.

The Junior Football team will play the in the JJ Kavanagh & Sons Championship final in Johns Park on Saturday 28th March @ 4pm. Best of luck to all and plenty of support would be appreciated.

Fixtures: Sat 28th March: St. Johns Park: JFC Co Final: Graignamanagh V Railyard 4pm Sun 29th March: Tierney Park: U14FC: Graignamanagh V John Lockes 6pm Tue 31st March: MHL: Larchfield: Graignamanagh V James Stephens B 6.30pm

For all the breaking news on our website www.graignamanagh.gaa.ie & also on our facebook page.

5 Graiguenamanagh Youth Café Volunteers wanted

There is a new and exciting development in Graiguenamanagh with the development of a dedicated youth space (Youth Café) in the Abbey Hall. The new space is being developed in Partnership by Ossory Youth and the Abbey Hall Committee. This new space will add to the already excellent hall facility by providing a specific safe and fun environment for young people to hang out and socialise. This has to the potential to be a very positive place where young people can develop and learn as well as having fun but to reach this potential we require the help of people in the community to volunteer to help to run and organise the Youth Café. The success and development of this facility is dependent on volunteers from the Graiguenamanagh area with motivation and drive to see the youth space reach its full potential.

Interested in helping the young people in your community? Well it’s very simple, all you have to be is over 18 years of age and able to volunteer a couple of hours each week (or as much time as you are able)

What is required of a volunteer?  A couple of hours a week (or as much time as you can give)  A commitment to undergo training provided by Ossory Youth

How does volunteering benefit you?  Getting involved in your local community and getting to know people  Sense of fun and fulfilment working with young people in the area  Training is provided and support provided by qualified members of staff  Its good experience and looks good on your CV

How do I get involved?  If you are interested in becoming involved or just interested in finding out more information we are having an information night about the Youth Café in the Abbey Hall, Graiguenamanagh on Wednesday 1 st of April at 7.30pm.  Call or text Kevin in Ossory Youth anytime on (087) 9152915

6 GRAIGUENMANAGH FUNERAL SERVICES

 BURIALS, CREMATIONS AND REPATRIATIONS ARRANGED  COMPLETE CONFIDENTIAL SERVICE GUARANTEED  PRE ARRANGED FUNERAL PLANS AVAILABLE  FULLY QUALIFIED EMBALMER ON STAFF

Caring for the Deceased and The Bereaved with Dignity and Respect Contact Sean Whelan High Street, Graiguenamanagh on 087 6258925

FUN EASTER CAMP At Apple Tree Farm, Skeoughvosteen

30th, 31st March and 1st April Age 2 - 10 years 9.30 - 1.00

Easter Egg Hunt, Fun in the Forest, Arts and Crafts, Baking Cost €45 per child, discount for siblings.

Apple Tree Farm Montessori and After School are now enrolling for September 2015. We cater for children from 2 -12 years. Services include sessional (9.30-12.30), part day care (up to 5 hours), full day care (up to 10 hours) and afterschool care. Home cooked meals provided. Open 8a.m.- 6.00p.m. Monday to Friday 51 weeks of the year. We provide a collection and delivery service. ECCE scheme available.

For any of the above services contact Pam Drennan on 087 8054678

7 Graignamanagh Camogie Club Fundraiser

5 WEEK DRAW

€2 per week or €10 for 5 weeks

5 draws will take place on Tuesday 14 th April at 8pm in Club Rooms. Prizes 1st Prize €160 2nd Prize €70 3rd Prize €40 4th Prize €25 5th Prize €25

Tickets can be got from Catherine O’Shea, Ciara Farrell, Ann-Marie Byrne, Joe Fox, Ger O’Reilly & Johnny Prendergast or any other committee member.

8 Thank you for supporting Graignamanagh Camogie Club

Padhraic Delaney Carpentry & Building Services

 New builds  Roof repairs/ storm damage  Extensions repairs  Renovations  1st and 2nd fixing  Garages  Roofing  Attic conversions  Built-in wardrobes  Decking  Ground works/ drainage

Folding Attic Stairs Price: €250 incl. VAT

Council Grant Work undertaken.

 Fully insured.

 Free quotation

Phone: 087-9952509

9 Email: [email protected]

Split The Pot This Weeks Winners - Week 37 - Monday 23rd March 1st Prize – Lee Irwin - €822.50 2nd Prize – Amanda Maher - €75.00 3rd Prize – J Phelan - €50.00 Congratulations to all Doran’s Supervalu are top sellers again this week. Well done to all the staff. Prizes can be collected every Friday afternoon from Doran’s Supervalu. Please ensure to include a contact number on the envelope so that you may be contacted as soon as the draw is over. Watch this Space!! We are working ferociously on getting our Love Graig office open in the coming weeks. We are asking all clubs, businesses, bars, restaurants and trades to drop in any brochures/marketing material or business cards that you have, to display in the new office, to the secretary of Love Graig, Niamh O’Driscoll in O’Driscoll’s bar, Tinnahinch. Help us to get up and running and start as we mean to go on!! Our committee members have worked so hard to ensure we have this new facility for our town, we now need your support in the final weeks to get it off the ground!! We hope to have the official opening in early May and we will keep you posted. Love Graig

10 Brandon Plant & Tool Hire Graig’s Local Hire Shop

Are you ready for the summer?

Why not hire one of our floor sanders – we have drum and square buff sanders ideal for sanding your timber floors or Commercial carpet & upholstery cleaners (ideal for cleaning carpets, curtains, couches, car seats etc.)

painting power washers, aluminium towers, ladders, hoovers, wallpaper strippers

gardening lawnmowers, strimmers, scarifiers, rotivators, hedge cutters, sprayers,

Don’t forget 1, 2 & 3 ton minidiggers, trailors, ½ ton & ¾ ton track dumpers, 1, 3 & 6 ton dumpers, bomag 90 sit on rollers, compressors & heavy breakers, harris fencing, scaffolding, power floats, power washers, water pumps, bull floats, wacker plates & jumping jacks, cement mixers, traffic lights, SDS drills, generators, concrete floor grinders, lazer levels, blow heaters, kangos, consaws, road saws, industrial dehumidifiers, wet and dry vacuum cleaners, palette trucks, wet diamond core drills, masonry nail guns, garden rotivators, strimmers, lawn mowers, hedge trimmers, concrete vibrators, 200 amp welders, steamer, tile cutters and much, much more ……

Ton bags of sand, gravel, 804, hardwood, turf, top soil, coloured stone, blocks, bricks, full range of precast cement, plas, lime also available

FREE delivery service available Shop opening hours 9 am – 6 pm Monday – Saturday Why not follow us on Facebook [email protected] Phone Jason on 086 8561110 or the shop on 059 9725474

11 PROGRAMME FOR HOLY WEEK 2015 DUISKE ABBEY

Palm Sunday 7.30 p.m. (Saturday) 11.00 a.m. Solemn Mass

Mon – Wed 10.00 a.m. Morning Mass

Holy Thursday 7.30 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper 9.00 p.m. Night Prayer.

Good Friday 3.00 p.m. Solemn Reading of the Passion 7.30 p.m. Stations of the Cross and Night Prayer.

Holy Saturday 9.00 p.m. Easter Vigil

Easter Sunday 11.00 a.m. Solemn Mass

SKEOUGH

Holy Thursday 6.00 p.m. Good Friday 5.00 p.m.

Easter Sunday 9.30 a.m.

Easter Vigil in Duiske Abbey Sat. at 9.00pm