Streete Notes 10th December 2023
Christmas Monster Bingo Special, Monday Night Dec 18th at 8.30: Last Bingo give away of the year with €3,500 in Guaranteed prize money to be won. So, remember folks that’s a total of €13,500 that could be won on the night, including the €10,000 jackpot on Game, 5 on 42calls or less...!! Yes, Bingo Fans you read this right that’s €13,500 could be won on Monday 18th. Please spread the great news. On behalf of Streete Parish Park Committee and our dedicated support crew, we wish you the very best of luck and wish you a very merry Christmas and a prosperous new year.
Deepest sympathies: are extended to Catherine McGerr Kilfintan on the sad passing of her dear mother Mary Jo Lynch, nee Denning, Toneymore, Abbeylara, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her loving husband Michael, parents Bernard and Catherine, brother John, sister Catherine and son-in-law Declan. Mary Jo will be Sadly, missed by her loving family Rosemary (Noonan), Gabriel, Barney, Catherine (McGerr) and Shane. son-in-law Eugene Noonan, Catherine's partner Kevin Fitzpatrick, daughters-in-law Irene and Anne-Marie, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours, and a large circle of friends. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Deepest sympathies: To the Condron family Whitehill Edgeworthstown on the sad passing of Gordon Condron, peacefully surrounded by his loving family Predeceased by his beloved wife Maureen. Gordon will be forever missed and always remembered by his loving family, sons Joe, James, Gerry, Michael and Patrick, daughters Mary and Finola, brother Malachy and sister-in-law Marlene (Australia), son-in-law Michael Kelly, daughters-in-law Ann, Deirdre, Donna, Michelle and Edel, his adored grandchildren relatives, neighbours and his many dear friends. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Deepest sympathies: Are expressed to Carmel Bannon, Streete on the sad passing of her brother Paddy Reilly late of Dimond hill Coolamber and Dublin. Paddy passed away Peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Mary, loving father of Margaret, Michael, Jean, Imelda and Patrick. Pre-deceased by his sister Mary. He will be sadly missed by his family, sisters Carmel and Kate, brother Sean, his adored grandchildren daughters-in-law Rima and Tess, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends, neighbours, and fellow colleagues from the Irish Prison Service. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis
Active Retirement: On behalf of the Committee of Streete Parish Park Active Retirement Group. We kindly pass on our sincere condolences to our dear friend Carmel Bannon on the passing of her brother Paddy and to Doreen Slevin on the passing of her dear son Patrick. We are deeply saddened on hearing the sad news. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this darkest hour. May their gentle souls rest in heavenly peace.
Fairy light tractor run: The now annual Fairy Light Tractor Run held at the Parish Park will take place on Friday December 29th So Before you put Christmas to the back of your mind for another year, why not join us along the route as tractor owners deck out their machines with festive fairy light for an evening’s enjoyment, starting at Streete Parish Park. Registration from 5 pm with run sharp at 6 time, we ask tractor and truck owners spread the word. For more information on this, Kevin on 087 1375222.
Post office Christmas hours: A reminder all post offices will be closed from, 1 pm on Saturday, December 2rdh Normal business hours on Thursday 28th and Friday 29th December. Normal business hours resuming on Tuesday 2nd of January. Last post: Letters and light parcels to USA December 11th England and Europe December 18th all local post in Ireland December 21st
SANTA’S POSTBOX: Great news, Santa ‘was so happy to receive so many requests from his visit last Sunday he insisted that his helper Elves make sure that his Santa post-box is left at the front door of the parish park. In a special magic message to the park committee, Santa said. This is a great opportunity for all our little ones to start of the magic of Christmas, Santa says if the little boys and girls have forgotten something in their letter already sent, they can post a new letter in the special magic Santa post box. Santa has assured us that all letters will be read in time and no child will be left out. Santa will be sending some of his helper elves from the North Pole to Streete Parish Park to collect the children’s letters, wishes and dreams and who knows even mum and dad might get a special present as well. Santa also wants to say a word of thanks to the dedicated staff of the Parish Park who has done a splendid job on putting up the Christmas tree and lights. It makes our community Centre stand out and is a welcome sight for everyone to see.
Streete Parish Park: We currently have staff vacancies at the Parish Park Community Centre for anyone who would like to take part in a Community Employment (CE) Scheme. This scheme is designed to help people who are long-term unemployed andor in receipt of a Social Welfare payment to get back to work by offering part-time and temporary placements in jobs based within their local community. The participant works 19.5 hours work. Community Employment Rates apply to the posts. We would be delighted to here from anyone in the Streete area or the local surrounding areas, Contact 087 1375222 or Westmeath community Development on 044 9348571
Community Alert: Local Gardaí ask that you remain vigilant over the Christmas period and report anything you consider suspicious to them. They ask you to lock away anything that could attract a thief on to your property, keep gates closed and never make it obvious that you have valuables by keeping them out of sight. Your community alert group Streete Watch has a list of reputable people who can do power washing, painting, and many other services, we strongly advise you contact us rather than engaging with unknown strangers who cold call offering convincing services which can leave you deeply out of pocket. For more advice call 087 1375222 report suspicious activity to Gardaí in Mullingar 044 9384000 or Granard 043 6687660
Lads walk in the park: If any men in the parish would like to meet up for a walk or a chat on Tuesday evenings 8pm-9pm, Declan Carthy and a few others are putting in a great effort so why not join them and do a few laps. For more Call Declan 086 8123514
Walking Track Membership 2024: The Parish Park walking track has proved a great success and is enjoyed by many from a wide area. The Parish Park Committee would like to thank everyone who paid for membership for the past year and would like to remind you that your 2024 membership is now due for renewal. New application forms can be found in the membership box at the entrance gate of the walking track or by calling into the girls in the park on Tuesdays or Thursdays from 10 am until 2 pm. Single membership is €20, and a family is €30. We also remind you this would make a great Christmas present to someone. Gift vouchers are available from the office or please ask any of the Committee or Kevin 087 1375222. All cheques made payable to Streete Parish Park.
Community Centre Bookings: A reminder to all clubs. The 2024 Calendar for bookings is now open. We encourage you to make your dates know to us to avoid over booking and date clashing. This helps us to run the center smoothly and operate more cost-effectively. To help us Please contact 087 1375222.
REMINDER: Streete Vintage Club MEMBERSHIP FOR 2024 I have received membership numbers and the annual vintage magazine for members from the Irish Vintage Society. This is now available to all members for collection. For renewal or new Membership. Call 087 1375222 or drop your name and address with the membership fee of €30 through the parish park letterbox and we'll take it from there.
Computers for Beginners: Stage 1 course for the complete beginners will start in the parish park in January and will cover the essentials of getting started, it will help you learn the basics and enable you to gain confidence in using the Internet, send emails, create documents. and share photos online if enough interest in progressing stage 2 will follow on. I would encourage anyone interested to contact me asap as spaces may be limited 087 1375222.
SOCIAL DANCING: To wind of 2023 we have one of Irelands most talented singer songwriters, Galway’s very own, Shane Moore will be rocking the rafters of Streete Parish Park on Friday December 29th as Shane takes to the stage to entertain us with an unbelievable range of songs and a wide range of tunes, including his version of 'Streets of Promise' released in 2015. Dancers are encouraged to bring their dancing shoes for a great night' of dance and craic, guaranteed. Doors open from 9.00 till Late.
Badminton: Has finished up for the Christmas period and will resume on Wednesday 10th of January at 8.30 pm. On Behalf of Maeve support members and all who take part. May we wish each and everyone a safe and happy Christmas and bright new year. New Adult members, improvers of all grades are welcome to join. Please come along and tell a friend, Call Kevin 087 1375222
PARISH PARK LOTTO: Draw Monday 4/12/23 Numbers Drawn: 17, 19, 26, 27 No Jackpot winner. Four Lucky Dip Winners: Jen Kelly, Rathowen (Online) Anne Boyhan, Multyfarnham Pauline, c/o Feerick’s J.R & Logan Manning, Drumlish. Thanks for your support. Our next lotto draw will take place on Monday 18th December 2023 Jackpot will be €2400.
Boherquill Ramblers: The Ramblers 2023 Christmas Dinner in the Castle Varagh Hotel in Castlepollard on Sunday 3 December 2023 was a very enjoyable occasion. After a walk to Tullynally Castle and back the group gathered in the Hotel to enjoy a couple of hours of good food and good company. Club Chair Eileen Moreton gave a brief address welcoming everyone and remembering Brian Nerney, the late President of the Club. Thank you to Mary McHugh, Nini Murray and Frances Coffey of the Ramblers who organized the Dinner and liaised with the Hotel. Thank you also to the staff of the Castle Varagh Hotel for the generous helpings of delicious food and the friendly service at the dinner. On Sunday 17 December 2023 the Ramblers will walk at Ballynafid. Cars will meet at 1pm in the new car park on the side road signed for Ballinafid Lake on the N4 opposite the Multyfarnham turn-off (The Covert). Boots are advised for this boardwalk and forest trail walk. If you would like to add a walk, new or old, to this year's Walks Calendar please contact Philip Epps. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.
Streete Bowls: We played three of our Christmas doubles quarter finals last week. On mat one Liam Connaughton and Gerry McCaffrey just got the better of Sam Donaghy and Jimmy Kelly. On mat two Sean Flood and Tom Connell outscored Jimmy Leavy and Bill Bennett in a thriller. On mat three Enda Connell and Marie Delamere edged out Michael Gillen and Mary Smith in a very close contest. The fourth quarter final involving Michael Fleming and Jodie Devine versus Eamon Carthy and Paul Holroyd will be played this week. All club members would like to wish Mick McGuckian and Sam Donaghy a speedy recovery following their recent operations and we hope they will be back in action in the New Year. New and lapsed members are always welcome at the Streete Complex every Tuesday night at eight o'clock.
Proposed Change of Mass Time: A time change has been suggested to suite mass goers all year round. This may not suite everyone and will take some getting used to. New time is on Saturday evenings at 6 Pm weekday mass times are not affected. Please make your thoughts known in the coming week.
Church Notes St Mary’s, Streete/Rathowen: Masses and Adoration this week: This Coming Sunday is the 3rd Sunday in Advent Calendar. Vigil Mass every Saturday in Boherquill at 8 P.m. Sunday in Rathowen at 10 a.m. Mass this week Tuesday, Boherquill 9.30 Am. Wednesday Rathowen 9.30 Am Thursday, Rathowen 9.30 Am, adoration 10 to 10.30 Friday, 8 pm with adoration 7 to 8 pm Christmas Mass Times: Christmas Eve Boherquill 6 Pm. Christmas Day Rathowen 10 Am. Confessions: Rathowen Monday 18th 7 Pm Boherquill Tuesday 19th 7 Pm.
Mass intentions: Please remember in your prayers the soul Mary O’Sullivan, and Matt Fahy, Streete whose Anniversary Mass was last week. This coming Friday, Anniversary Mass for the souls of Pat, Johnny, Joe & Mary Keary and Mary Fox Streete. Michael Noonan, Coolnagun & DFM of the Noonan, and McCormack Family. Saturday night Mass for the souls of Paddy, Mary and Dympna Reilly, Balloo and Scott Reilly USA. Mass bookings for 2024 are now being taken Please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542
Rosary continues: Rathowen, every Tuesday at 7 pm and Boherquill every Thursday at 7 Pm.
Men’s Prayer Group: Every Monday in the church in Boherquill at 8 p.m. New participants are always most welcome.
NOTES: If you would like to remind us of an upcoming event or would like to have something mentioned in the Streete and District notes, please email kbrady1964@gmail.com or call Kevin 087 1375222 before 5 pm Saturday at the latest and remember folks if you don’t tell me I can’t tell them.