Jiving

The very talented K & A are back by popular demand, starting Friday 3rd of May for 4 weeks All Beginners /Improvers are welcome. It’s not just about learning to jive or dance. It’s about a social life based around music and dancing. Fun nights out with great people and fantastic music in brilliant venues like our social dance in the Parish Park.

The Oskars

As you are now aware our oskars night is on 19th of October. From now on we will be hosting fundraising events all in the name of fun while supporting our community. Our next step is the Casting night which will take place on Wednesday 8th of May. Your never too late to get involved all you need to do is have fun while taking part supporting your community. to find out more call Michael 087 9901890 Joan 0860755175 or Kevin 087 1375222

Social Dancing

Another great night was had last Friday to the sounds the very talented Brid Shaughnessy and Howard Wheelan. Brid rocked the house with some old-time favorites along with some hit songs from her album which gained her a final place on TG4’s Country & Irish music series, Glór Tíre. Brid will again be one of our star performers at this year’s vintage show. Next month we have the hugely popular Michael Cahill and Dave Lawlor. A brilliant night of Dancing is guaranteed. Doors open from 9.00 till Late.

Exercise For Healthy Aging

A full attendance with lots of chat and banter at our over 50 + fitness morning last week. Thank you to Garry Hughes of fit for 50 and Westmeath Community Development for supporting us in this program. Classes will continue Tuesday mornings at 10 to 11 Am Please come along and spread the great news and arrive 15 minutes before class to get ready.

Congratulations

And well done to the 32 Boys and Girls who were confirmed in St Mary’s Church Boherquill, on Saturday last. Bishop Paul was delighted to visit our parish for the first time and thanked everyone from the parishes of Rathowen and Streete for making him so welcome.

Sean Nos dancing

Last chance for anyone with an interest to make contact. Kevin 087 1375222

WHIST Card Game

The game which has been a great success on Monday mornings has now finished for the summer months and will resume in the autumn. We thank Francis Butler and Mary Small for their skills and patience’s and look forward to having them back again later in the year.

St. Fintan's N.S. Lismacaffrey

Enrolling for 2024 Enrolment Forms for new pupils for the school year 2024/2025 are now available at the school. School Telephone No. 043 6685233 Email: stfintansnslismacaffrey@gmail.com.

Parish Park Lotto

Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw Monday 22nd April 2024

Numbers Drawn:

  • 15-16 -26-28
  • No jackpot winner.

Four Lucky Dip winners:

  1. Robert Maguire, Ballynacargy.
  2. Larlaith Slattery, Swords.
  3. Noelle Slowey, Legan.
  4. Sharon Duffy, Kilmore.

Thanks for your continued support. Our next draw will take place on Monday May 5th. Jackpot €2800

Boherquill Ramblers

The Ramblers enjoyed the best weather of the year so far on Sunday 21 April 2024 when they joined the many others who had been tempted to visit Mullaghmeen Forest. Coillte’s new policy of encouraging bio-diversity in its forests meant that the undergrowth and quite a few trees had been removed. This allowed the sun to shine in and illuminate the beauty of the large areas of bluebells throughout the forest.

On Sunday 5 May 2024 the Ramblers will visit Newcastle Forest near Ballymahon for a 9km canal, river and forest walk with a shorter option. Cars will meet at 2pm at the car park beside the bridge in the forest. The Boherquill Ramblers 2024 Walking Festival will be held on the 10th-12th May. On Friday the 10th there will be an evening walk in Tullynally Castle Gardens.

The highlight of the weekend will be a longer walk on Sunday the 12th. Further details will be in next week’s notes. If you would like to add a walk, new or old, to the Walks Calendar please contact Philip Epps. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.

Church Notes St Mary’s, Streete/Rathowen: Masses and Adoration

  • This Coming Sunday is the 6th Sunday in Easter.
  • Vigil Mass every Saturday Evening at 8pm.

Masses this week

  • Boherquill Tuesday 9.30am
  • Wednesday Rathowen 9.30am
  • Thursday, Rathowen 9.30am
  • Adoration 10:00 to 10.30 Friday,
  • Boherquill, 8 pm with adoration 7 to 8 pm.

Mass intentions

Please remember in your prayers the souls of:

  • John and Mary Blessington, Coolamber. whose Anniversary Mass was last Saturday.
  • This Saturday Anniversary Mass for the souls of Josephine and Tommy Reilly and deceased family members.

Mass bookings are now being taken, please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542

Dates to Remember

  • Blessing of the Graves June 22nd. Streete 6.30, Coolamber 7.15,
  • Mass in Boherquill cemetery at 8 Pm with refreshments after in Streete Parish Park.
  • Trip to Medjugorje 2024 Pilgrimage October 2nd Contact Jerry Nally 087 4309096.
  • Blessing of the Graves June 28th Rahaspic at 7 Pm Russagh at 8.15 Please let relatives know.

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.

The Oskars

A very successful Presentation and information night was held in the Parish Park Last Friday for our upcoming fundraiser ‘A Night at the Oskars’ attended by over sixty people, including people from local businesses and clubs, parents, teachers, extended family members, in other words everyone and anyone who had interest in taking part.

Kevin and Derek from Rowe Events was in attendance to give information about the event, displaying clips from previous movies created by them in other communities, including classics like Michael Collins, The Snapper, Mrs. Doubtfire, Braveheart, Sister Act and many more. The quality of the production was truly remarkable considering the actors who were complete novices, as will be the case of our upcoming venture.

The Oskars has been a huge success throughout the country over the last decade and used by many different clubs and societies to raise funding. Our next step is the Casting night which will take place on Wednesday 8th of May. Your never too late to get involved all you need to do is have fun while taking part supporting your community. to find out more call Michael 087 9901890 Joan 0860755175 or Kevin 087 1375222

Deepest Sympathies

The Committee of Streete Parish Park. Kindly pass on our sincere condolences to the Geraghty Family Mullingar. We are saddened at hearing the sad news of Collette’s untimely passing. A loyal friend and supporter of our Monday night Bingo over the years. May her gentle soul rest in heavenly peace.

The Oskars

As you are now aware our oskars night is on 19th of October. From now on we will be hosting fundraising events all in the name of fun while supporting our community. We are looking for actors, volunteers, and contributors to come up with ideas on events to hold like table Quizzes field days etc. and whatever you think would be successful fundraiser.

We want you to feed your thoughts and ideas back to us so we can set out a calendar of events over the coming months. Looking forward to your thoughts ASAP

Social Dancing

This coming Friday April 26th:

We have the very talented Brid Shaughnessy from Ballinalee who was one of our star performers at last year’s vintage show. A brilliant night of Dancing is guaranteed. Doors open from 9.00 till Late.

Exercise For Healthy Ageing

A full attendance with lots of chat and banter at our over 50 + fitness morning last week. Thank you to Garry Hughes of fit for 50 and Westmeath Community Development for supporting us in this program. Classes will continue Tuesday mornings at 10am to 11am Please come along and spread the great news and arrive 15 minutes before class to get ready.

Confirmation

Will take place in St Mary’s Church Boherquill, at 3 Pm on Saturday. Bishop Paul will make his first visit to our parish where he will confirm 32 children from the parish of Rathowen and Streete.

Congratulations

To Laura Pakenham, Lisryan who is setting new records in making the Irish language trendy again. Laura set up her own online tutoring site on TikTok which has now become a runaway success. Laura also appeared on Virgin Media Television recently and works as a social media coordinator with TG4. We wish Laura every success in the future and hope we see more of her on TV.

Sean Nos Dancing

Most of you over the years will have stood and watched Kevin Conniff preforming his ‘old style’ Dancing at our Vintage show, I have been asked if it was possible to find a teacher who could Learn Adults the rhythms of this old-style traditional dance for beginners and improvers. I have found a lady willing to take on the challenge and come once a week for five weeks with a one-hour class.

So, with this in mind, if you would like to Master the skills to dance confidently and gain valuable knowledge about music and tradition of Irish dance, please let me know ASAP and we can get started, Kevin 087 1375222

WHIST Card Game

Next game Monday 22nd 11 am It’s great to see people coming out and enjoying the game of Whist, don’t be left out come along and just for fun: in the parish park. Whist is an easy game to learn and play and offer a new social outing for people. Expert tuition on hand.

St. Fintan's N.S. Lismacaffrey

Enrolling for 2024 Enrolment Forms for new pupils for the school year 2024/2025 are now available at the school. School Telephone No. 043 6685233 Email: stfintansnslismacaffrey@gmail.com

Parish Park Lotto

Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw Monday 25th March 2024

Numbers Drawn

  • 13-15-20-23
  • No jackpot winner

Four Lucky Dip Winners

  • Aishling Ashton, Australia, Online.
  • Sean O’Neill Russagh.
  • Carola O’Brien, Castlepollard.
  • Frank Lyons, Legan.

Thanks for your continued support. Our next draw will take place on Monday 22nd of April. Jackpot €2750

Boherquill Ramblers

The Ramblers braved frequent showers on their visit to the charming and very historic village of Ardagh in County Longford on Sunday 14 April 2024. The stone estate workers’ cottages, clock tower and churches were built by the Fetherstone family, and the construction of the estate’s walls provided relief work during the famine. The Ramblers walk took in most of the Brí Leith loop trail in the forest on Ardagh Mountain near the village. The trails through the forest were very well maintained and there were panoramic views at several locations.

The Ramblers will visit Kilbeggan on Sunday 28 April 2024.Cars will meet at the canal harbor in Kilbeggan at 2pm. To find the harbor take the side road next to St James Church in Kilbeggan, at the start of the Tullamore Road, and the harbor is on the left about half a kilometer past the church (There is a Greenway sign at the entrance to the car park). The walk is out and back on a good surface with an option to return part of the way on grass. If you would like to add a walk, new or old, to the Walks Calendar please contact Philip Epps. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.

Church Notes St Mary’s, Streete/Rathowen

Masses and Adoration. This Coming Sunday is the 5 Sunday in Easter.

Masses this week:

  • Boherquill Tuesday 9.30am.
  • Wednesday Rathowen 9.30am.
  • Thursday, Rathowen 9.30am.
  • Adoration 10:00 to 10.30 Friday,
  • Boherquill, 8:00 pm with adoration 7 to 8 pm.

NOTE: Pastoral meeting in Boherquill on Tuesday April 23rd at 8 Pm.

Mass intentions

Please remember in your prayers the souls of soul of:

  • Joe Tiernan, Burgesland. whose Anniversary Mass was last Saturday.
  • This Saturday Anniversary Mass for the souls of John and Mary Blessington, Coolamber.

Mass bookings are now being taken, please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542

Trocaire Boxes and Easter Dues

Thank you to everyone who has returned their boxes. The Easter Dues are now due, the money offered goes to the upkeep of the priests in the diocese, you support is always appreciated.

Dates to Remember

  • Confirmation in Boherquill April 27th Blessing of the Graves June 22nd.
  • Streete 6.30, Coolamber 7.15
  • Mass in Boherquill cemetery at 8pm with refreshments after in Streete Parish Park.
  • Trip to Medjugorje 2024 Pilgrimage October 2nd Contact Jerry Nally 087 4309096.

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

Hollywood is coming to Streete and District

After a few short meetings it has been decided to Roll out the Red Carpet - The Stars are coming to Streete! We want you to be part of this unique experience. “A Night at the Oskars”, Your chance to walk the red-carpet Hollywood style in support of your Community Centre, your children, and future generations. Presented by: Streete Parish Park, show casing of the films will take place on 19th of October.

With the premiere of 7 short movies starring local actors backed by a crew of volunteers, all filmed in our Local Community by Local People. To find out how you can become part of this spectacular event come along to our Information Evening this coming Friday night at Streete Parish Park 8 Pm sharp.

Exercise For Healthy Ageing

Calling anyone over 50 + A very successful meeting held with our Active Retirement Group and Alysha from Westmeath Community Development, last Thursday, Alysha has put a program of events together for the year ahead. This first program is Called Fit for 50 Plus. A free 5-week class which will focus on Healthy Safe Exercise specially designed for people with difficulty bending down, moving your head, aches and pains, medical conditions and those who just need to work on getting active.

The Class will be run by professional coach Garry Hughes and will start this coming Tuesday morning in the Parish Park Meeting Room from 10 to 11 am so please spread the great news and arrive 15 minutes before class to get ready.

Sean Nos dancing

Most of you over the years will have stood and watched Kevin Conniff preforming his ‘old style’ Dancing at our Vintage show, I have been asked if it was possible to find a teacher who could Learn Adults the rhythms of this old-style traditional dance for beginners and improvers. I have found a lady willing to take on the challenge and come once a week for five weeks with a one-hour class.

So, with this in mind, if you would like to Master the skills to dance confidently and gain valuable knowledge about music and tradition of Irish dance, please let me know ASAP and we can get started, Kevin 087 1375222

School Transport

A reminder to parents, Applications are open for School Year 2024/2025 on and will close on April 22nd log onto the School Transport Family Portal. buseireann.ie

Parish Park Development

A very successful meeting was held with Westmeath Community Development last Thursday with the focus on developing the park into the future. Discussed was the prospect of making applications for Leader funding and other funding streams which are about to be launched in the coming weeks and months. To make these applications we will be meeting with all the clubs using both indoor and outdoor facilities, draw up new plans and create a wish list of future development.

We want to hear your views, requests and look at what improvements can be made and what supports are needed for each individual club from now into the future. Top of our list is to bring our playing fields up to a good standard. To do this we need full redevelopment and drainage of the land including sewage system. If we are successful in our application, we will need to come up with match funding. Match funding is a condition by which communities become involved in the project and show a willingness to take ownership of the assets.

In short, we will need to come up with 25% or more of the total grant. To do this we will run many fundraising events in preparation. This project may take one or more years to complete. In this time, we want to make it as fun filled and stress-free as possible. What we need from you is to become involved. You can become involved in as little or as many ways as you desire.

Our overall goal is to make our Community Centre a safe place for people to enjoy and where our young and a little older can be proud of. To find out more call Kevin 087 1375222.

WHIST Card Game

Next game Monday 22nd 11 am It’s great to see people coming out and enjoying the game of Whist, don’t be left out come along and just for fun: in the parish park. Whist is an easy game to learn and play and offer a new social outing for people. Expert tuition on hand.

Active Retirement Drop inn morning

A full attendance with lots of chat and banter going on. Aleysha from WCD, paid us a visit to discuss some programs of events happening in the coming months which might be of interest to us, such as fitness for a healthy living, Yoga, Care and Repair etc., We will also have an update on our next day out and pickleball soon.

St. Fintan's N.S. Lismacaffrey

Enrolling for 2024 Enrolment Forms for new pupils for the school year 2024/2025 are now available at the school. School Telephone No. 043 6685233 Email: stfintansnslismacaffrey@gmail.com

Social Dancing Friday April 26th

Next Month we have the very talented Brid Shaughnessy from Ballinalee who was one of our star performers at last year’s vintage show. A brilliant night of Dancing is guaranteed. Doors open from 9.00 till Late.

Badminton

Has now finished for the summer and will resume in September.

Parish Park Lotto

Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw Monday 25th March 2024

Numbers Drawn

  • 13-15-20-23.
  • No jackpot winner.

Four Lucky Dip winners, Thanks for your continued support. Our next draw will take place on Monday 22nd of April. Jackpot €2750

Boherquill Ramblers

The Ramblers meet in Ardagh, County Longford on Sunday last more next week. If you would like to add a walk, new or old, to the Walks Calendar please contact Philip Epps. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.

Church Notes St Mary’s, Streete/Rathowen

Masses and Adoration

This Coming Sunday is the 4 Sunday in Easter.

Masses this week

  • Boherquill Tuesday 9.30 am,
  • Wednesday Rathowen 9.30 Am
  • Thursday, Rathowen 9.30 Am, adoration 10 to 10.30
  • Friday, Boherquill, 8 pm with adoration 7 to 8 pm.

NOTE: Pastoral meeting in Boherquill on Tuesday April 23rd.

Mass Intentions

Please remember in your prayers the souls of souls of:

  • Brian, Agnes, Colm, and Marty Reilly. Ballew. whose Anniversary Mass was last Saturday.
  • This Saturday Anniversary Mass for the soul of Joe Tiernan, Burgesland.

Mass bookings are now being taken, please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542

Trocaire Boxes and Easter Dues

Thank you to everyone who has returned their boxes. The Easter Dues are now due, the money offered goes to the upkeep of the priests in the diocese, you support is always appreciated.

Dates to Remember

  • Confirmation in Boherquill April 27th Blessing of the Graves June 22nd.
  • Streete 6.30, Coolamber 7.15, Mass in Boherquill cemetery at 8 Pm with refreshments after in Streete Parish Park.
  • Trip to Medjugorje 2024 Pilgrimage October 2nd Contact Jerry Nally 087 4309096.

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

Deepest Sympathies

Our deepest sympathiesare expressed to the Kavanagh family, Ballymore, Granard and extended Nally family, Late of Lismacaffrey on the sad passing of Kathleen Kavanagh, nee Nally who passed to her eternal reward. May her gentle souls rest in peace.

Parish Park

I’m sure you will all agree Streete Parish Park is at the heart of our community. Not only is it important for us to keep it in good repair, it is also important to involve our community in decision making for the betterment of our people young and a little older. Over the past number of years, the committee have been gathering information, and assessing long term sustainable redevelopment of our centre and parkland.

This will contain new multipurpose sports pitches, Landscaping, and a host of new ideas for the betterment of our future generations. Now is an important time for us to look to the future and make use of funding streams available. The centre itself is now in need of vital repairs and land drainage: To do this we are currently looking at ways to improve these fantastic facilities, which will play an important role in the development of our young people not forgetting anyone who have enjoyed using the centre and will continue into their golden years.

To do this we are presently brainstorming ideas and fundraising events. We invite you to come along on Tuesday Night at 9 pm where you can listen to what’s proposed, show your support, and take part in some exciting up and coming events. If you can’t make it and would like to find out more call Michael 087 9901890 Joan 0860755175 or Kevin 087 1375222

WHIST Card Game

This Monday morning 11 am WHIST for beginners’ improvers and just for fun: in the parish park on Monday morning. Whist is an easy game to learn and play and offer a new social outing for people. Expert tuition on hand.

Killeen Dramatic Society Presents

Nobody's Talking to Me", A two Act Comedy written by Tommy Marren, Directed by Vincent Kiernan, and "The Swinging Sixties, This one Act Comedy, is Written by Jimmy Keary, Directed by Angelo Regan. Granard Community Centre. April 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th. Curtain up at 8pm Sharp. Tickets 10 Euro on the door.  A night of Laughter Guaranteed.

Active Retirement Drop inn morning

Our next morning is on Thursday April 11th Aleysha from WCD, will pay us a visit to discuss some programs of events happening in the coming months which might be of interest to us, such as Yoga, Care and Repair etc., We will also have an update on our next day out and pickleball, all welcome to attend.

Streete Wildlife Club

The club held its 44th AGM on last Friday night and the following Executive Committee was elected:

  • Chairman Michael Mulleady,
  • Vice Chairman Michael Campbell
  • Secretary Seamus Denning
  • Asst Secretary Tommy Denning,
  • Treasurer Hugh O'Hara,
  • Asst Treasurer Michael Murtagh,
  • PRO Willie Campbell,
  • Safety Officer Padraig McGauran,
  • Game Development/Vermin Control Officers Pat Denning and Patrick Owens,
  • Youth Officer Eamon Campbell Delegates Brendan Mulligan and Michael Mulleady,
  • Sub Delegates Willie Campbell and Hugh O'Hara.

The club offers its sympathy to the family of the late Kathleen Kavanagh formerly Kathleen Nally Lismacaffrey.

School Transport

A reminder to parents, Applications are opening soon for School Year 2024/2025 on the School Transport Family Portal. buseireann.ie

Fully Qualified Health Care and special needs assistant

available at weekends to assist with the homecare needs of your loved one, over 15 years’ experience, Garda vetted, HSE approved, nonsmoker with full driving license Contact Grainne, on 087 3180476 after 8pm.

Fund Raiser

Lisryan tidy Village Development Committee are organising a Teddy Bears' Picnic to support Isabella McEvoy Lisryan. Isabella is raising funds in the way of a hair cutting fundraiser with proceeds going to the Laura Lynn children hospice. your support to this great charity event would be greatly appreciated on Sunday April 14th at 2 pm at Lisryan Community Park N39 R1X8.

St. Fintan's N.S. Lismacaffrey

Enrolling for 2024 Enrolment Forms for new pupils for the school year 2024/2025 are now available at the school. School Telephone No. 043 6685233 Email: stfintansnslismacaffrey@gmail.com.

Social Dancing Friday April 26th

Next Month we have the very talented Brid Shaughnessy from Ballinalee who was one of our star performers at last year’s vintage show. A brilliant night of Dancing is guaranteed. Doors open from 9.00 till Late.

Badminton

Has now finished for the summer and will resume in September.

Parish Park Lotto

Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw Monday 25th March 2024

Numbers Drawn

  • 1, 5, 7, 10
  • No jackpot winner.

Four Lucky Dip winners

  • Moira Tully Online
  • Maura McLoughlin, Cam.
  • Marcella Finnan, Ballinalack.
  • Mary Leavy & Kathleen, Ballynacaragy.

Thanks for your continued support. Our next draw will take place on Monday 9th of April. Jackpot €2700

Boherquill Ramblers

The Ramblers did not walk on Easter Sunday 31 March 2024 in keeping with previous years. Their next walk will be in Ardagh, County Longford on Sunday 14 April 2024 when cars will meet at the rear of St. Bridget's Church in Ardagh at 2pm for an 8km road and forest trail walk. If you would like to add a walk, new or old, to the Walks Calendar please contact Philip Epps. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.

Church Notes St Mary’s, Streete/Rathowen Masses and Adoration.

Masses this week

  • Boherquill Tuesday 9.30am.
  • Wednesday Rathowen 9.30am.
  • Thursday, Rathowen 9.30am, adoration 10:00am to 10.30am.
  • Friday, Boherquill, 8:00pm with adoration 7:00pm to 8 pm.

Mass intentions

Please remember in your prayers the souls of:

  • Lily and Jack Carty, Lisryan whose Anniversary Mass was last Saturday.
  • This Saturday Anniversary Mass for the souls of Brian, Agnes, Colm and Marty Reilly. Ballew.

Mass bookings are now being taken, please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542

Trocaire Boxes

Trocaire Boxes are now being collected we ask if you have one to please hand in as soon as possible.

Dates to Remember

  • Confirmation in Boherquill April 27th Blessing of the Graves June 22nd.
  • Streete 6.30, Coolamber 7.15, Mass in Boherquill cemetery at 8 Pm with refreshments after in Streete Parish Park.
  • Trip to Medjugorje 2024 Pilgrimage October 2nd Contact Jerry Nally 087 4309096.

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.

Deepest Sympathies

The Committee of Streete Parish Park Vintage Club. Kindly pass on our sincere condolences to the Grogan Family Moate. We are saddened at hearing the sad news of PJ’s untimely passing. A loyal friend and supporter of our show over the years. May his gentle soul rest in heavenly peace.

Killeen Dramatic Society Presents

Nobody's Talking to Me", A two Act Comedy written by Tommy Marren, Directed by Vincent Kiernan, and "The Swinging Sixties, This one Act Comedy, is Written by Jimmy Keary, Directed by Angelo Regan. Granard Community Centre. April 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th. Curtain up at 8pm Sharp. Tickets 10 Euro on the door. A night of Laughter Guaranteed.

Active Retirement Drop Inn Morning

Our next morning is on Thursday April 11th Aleysha from WCD, will pay us a visit to discuss some programs of events happening in the coming months which might be of interest to us, such as Yoga, Care and Repair etc., We will also have an update on our next day out and pickleball, all welcome to attend.

North Westmeath Tourism Meeting

It was great to see such a large gathering from the local area of North Westmeath at the recent Westmeath Tourism Meeting held In Streete Parish Park on Tuesday last. Among the topics discussed was how to boost tourism in our area and an update on Transport minister Eamon Ryan, strategy on improving the island’s rail network and electrification of the old Cavan Railway to Inny Junction.

School Transport

A reminder to parents, Applications are opening soon for School Year 2024/2025 on the School Transport Family Portal. buseireann.ie

Fully Qualified Health Care and Special Needs Assistant

Available at weekends to assist with the homecare needs of your loved one, over 15 years’ experience, Garda vetted, HSE approved, nonsmoker with full driving license Contact Grainne, on 087 3180476 after 8pm.

WHIST Card Game

A good turnout for WHIST for beginners’ improvers and just for fun: in the parish park on Monday morning last. Whist is an easy game to learn and play and offer a new social outing for people. Expert tuition on hand. The games will resume after easter.

New Gym

We are exploring the possibility of offering one or more positions at our new gym to someone, maybe a young person considering a career in personal training or interested in becoming a fitness coach or gym instructor. This is still early days but if we have interest, it might be possible to get funding towards the training course which could open endless possibilities. We would like to hear from you if are interested, please give me a call to discuss more. 087 1375222

Fund Raiser

Lisryan tidy Village Development Committee are organising a Teddy Bears' Picnic to support Isabella McEvoy Lisryan. Isabella is raising funds in the way of a hair cutting fundraiser with proceeds going to the Laura Lynn children hospice. your support to this great charity event would be greatly appreciated on Sunday April 14th at 2 pm at Lisryan Community Park N39 R1X8.

St. Fintan's N.S. Lismacaffrey

Enrolling for 2024 Enrolment Forms for new pupils for the school year 2024/2025 are now available at the school. School Telephone No. 043 6685233 Email: stfintansnslismacaffrey@gmail.com

Social DancingThursday 28th

A big gathering at our social dance on Holy Thursday last, Magic Moments. played a great mix of country and social dance Music for everyone’s enjoyment. Next Month we have the very talented Brid Shaughnessy from Ballinalee who was one of our star performers at last year’s vintage show. A brilliant night of Dancing is guaranteed. Doors open from 9.00 till Late.

Badminton

Has now finished for the summer and will resume in September.

Parish Park Lotto

Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw Monday 25th March 2024.

Numbers Drawn

  • 1, 5, 7, 10
  • No jackpot winner.

Four Lucky Dip Winners

  • Moira Tully Online.
  • Maura McLoughlin, Cam.
  • Marcella Finnan, Ballinalack.
  • Mary Leavy & Kathleen, Ballynacaragy.

Thanks for your continued support. Our next draw will take place on Monday 9th of April. Jackpot €2700

Boherquill Ramblers

The Ramblers met in Multyfarnham on Sunday 24 March 2024 for a very enjoyable walk out to Lough Derravaragh and back via a loop through Tober. On Sunday 7 April 2024 the Ramblers will meet for their Sunday walk at 2pm at Mary Lynch’s pub in Coralstown near Mullingar. If you would like to add a walk, new or old, to the Walks Calendar please contact Philip Epps. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.

Church Notes St Mary’s, Streete/Rathowen: Masses and Adoration

This Coming week

  • Boherquill Tuesday 9.30 am,
  • Wednesday Rathowen 9.30 Am
  • Thursday, Rathowen 9.30 Am, adoration 10 to 10.30 Friday,
  • Boherquill, 8 pm with adoration 7 to 8 pm.

Mass intentions

  • Anniversary Mass this Saturday for the souls of Lily and Jack Carty, Lisryan.

Mass bookings are now being taken, please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542

Trocaire Boxes

Trocaire Boxes are now being collected we ask if you have one to please hand in as soon as possible.

Dates to Remember

  • Easter Sunday March 31st.
  • June 22nd Blessing of the Graves. Streete 6.30, Coolamber 7.15,
  • Mass in Boherquill cemetery at 8 Pm with refreshments after in Streete Parish Park.
  • Trip to Medjugorje 2024 Pilgrimage October 2nd Contact Jerry Nally 087 4309096.

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

Daffodil Day Coffee Morning

Daffodil Day 2024 held in Streete Parish Park last Friday was a huge success largely due to the trojan work of Janet, Linda and their team of volunteers who baked bread, cakes, and buns for everyone to enjoy. Almost €1500 was raised on the day. Linda and Janet would like to thank everyone who turned out and supported so generously to this great cause.

The money raised will be sent off to the Irish Cancer Society shortly. If you couldn’t make the drop in morning and would like to donate, please put it in an envelope marked Daffodil day and drop in the Parish Park letterbox and we will gladly pass on to Linda and Janet.

Reminder Clocks Go Forward

Next Saturday/ Sunday morning at 1 am, March 31, the clocks will jump forward by one hour as we welcome in summertime and the extra hour of sunlight it brings. Down side is you get an hour lees in bed.

Easter Egg Hunt

Easter Sunday Morning March 31st. To mark this holy event, Fr. Pierre and church organisers are having an easter egg hunt after 10 am mass at Rathowen Church. All welcome.

Active Retirement Drop inn morning

Our next morning is on April 10th Aleysha from WCD, will pay us a visit to discuss some programs of events happening in the coming months which might be of interest to us, such as Yoga, care and repair etc., We will also have an update on our next day out and pickleball, all welcome to attend.

Deepest Sympathies

Deepest sympathies on behalf of Streete Vintage Club. We kindly pass on our sincere condolences to Dave Alger and Family Mullingar. We are deeply saddened on hearing the sad news of your daughter Lynn’s untimely passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this darkest hour. May her gentle souls rest in heavenly peace.

Experienced Childminder

required to care and look after twin one year old Girls 2-3 days a week, from September onwards in the Boherquill area. Please contact Debbie on 085-8456213.

Deepest Sympathies

Are extended to the O’Hara Family, Coolnagun, Lismacaffrey and Elizabeth Hulme, Float on the sad passing of her nephew Eoghan James Doherty, Knightswood, Multyfarnham, who sadly passed away much to young. May his gentle soul rest in heavenly peace.

St Patrick’s Day Parade

Well, done to Streete Vintage Club, who picked up first prize in this year’s Parade in Castlepollard. Michael Kiernan and Niale Tully, represented Streete Vintage club with a lovely display of Vintage Tractors. Well done lad’s great work.

Ladies Evening Saturday Last

Well, done to the ladies on a fantastic evening of information and entertainment last Saturday night in the Parish Park. The evening was fun filled with fashion tips from renowned Style Adviser Maria Carton. light refreshments, and yummy treats were served along with a raffle full of prizes. More next week.

North Westmeath Tourism Meeting

In Streete Parish Park on Tuesday 26th at 6.30 We are inviting anyone involved in the tourism businesses, hotel public house catering etc. to come along and meet representatives from other areas of North Westmeath/Longford in a bid to strengthen tourism in the north of the midlands. Please come along.

School Transport

A reminder to parents, Applications are opening soon for School Year 2024/2025 on the School Transport Family Portal. buseireann.ie

Fully Qualified Health Care and Special Needs Assistant

Available at weekends to assist with the homecare needs of your loved one, over 15 years’ experience, Garda vetted, HSE approved, nonsmoker with full driving license Contact Grainne, on 087 3180476 after 8pm.

WHIST Card Game

We are delighted to have WHIST starting for beginners’ improvers and just for fun: in the parish park on Monday morning 25th at 11 am. Whist is an easy game to learn and play and offer a new social outing for people. Expert tuition on the day so please come along.

New Gym

We are exploring the possibility of offering one or more positions at our new gym to someone, maybe a young person considering a career in personal training or interested in becoming a fitness coach or gym instructor. This is still early days but if we have interest, it might be possible to get funding towards the training course which could open endless possibilities. We would like to hear from you if are interested, please give me a call to discuss more. 087 1375222

Fund Raiser

Lisryan tidy Village Development Committee are organising a Teddy Bears' Picnic to support Isabella McEvoy Lisryan. Isabella is raising funds in the way of a hair cutting fundraiser with proceeds going to the Laura Lynn children hospice. your support to this great charity event would be greatly appreciated on Sunday April 14th at 2 pm at Lisryan Community Park N39 R1X8.

St. Fintan's N.S. Lismacaffrey

Enrolling for 2024 Enrolment Forms for new pupils for the school year 2024/2025 are now available at the school. School Telephone No. 043 6685233 Email: stfintansnslismacaffrey@gmail.com

Social Dancing Thursday 28th

A reminder, our next Dance is on Holy Thursday March 28th as our Good Friday bingo takes precedence on the last Friday this year. We welcome the return off the Legends of social dance, Magic Moments. The lead singer from Big Tom Country, Castleblayney are a long-established band that plays a great mix of country and social dance Music for your enjoyment. A brilliant night of Dancing is guaranteed. Doors open from 9.00 till Late.

Badminton

Will finish up for this coming Wednesday March 27th and will resume in September. New Adult members, improvers of all grades are welcome to join. We thank Maeve Tighe and her crew for keeping the game going and look forward to seeing you all back again soon.

Parish Park Lotto

March 11th Numbers drawn: 2,11,16,18 Jackpot €2600 No Winner, Four Lucky Dip Winners €25 each, Joe McGowan, Bundoran (Online) M. Moran, Legan. Martin Finnan, Ballinalack. Emer Kiernan, Lismacaffrey. Our next draw will take place on Monday 25th March. Jackpot €2650 Thank you for your continues support.

Boherquill Ramblers

There will be no walk on Sunday 31 March 2024 as it is Easter Sunday. All Ramblers are wished a very Happy Easter. If you would like to add a walk, new or old, to the Walks Calendar please contact Philip Epps. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.

Church Notes St Mary’s, Streete/Rathowen: Masses and Adoration

Mass Times

  • This Coming week is the Easter Tridium,
  • Holy Thursday 8pm Boherquill, marking the last supper.
  • Good Friday 3pm Rathowen,
  • The Lords Passion, Holy Saturday 8pm Boherquill,
  • Easter Sunday 10 am Rathowen, the Lord’s Resurrection, which also marks the start of Easter week.

Confessions will be heard in Rathowen and Boherquill. Mass this week

  • Tuesday, Boherquill 9.30 Am
  • Wednesday Boherquill 7 Am
  • Thursday, Rathowen 9.30 Am, adoration 10 to 10.30
  • Friday, Boherquill, 8 pm with adoration 7 to 8 pm

Mass intentions

  • Please remember in your prayers the souls of the Murphy and Geraghty family whose Anniversary Mass was last week.

Mass bookings are now being taken, please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542.

Trocaire Boxes

Trocaire Boxes are now being collected we ask if you have one to please hand in as soon as possible.

Dates to Remember

  • Easter Sunday March 31st.
  • June 22nd Blessing of the Graves. Streete 6.30, Coolamber 7.15.
  • Mass in Boherquill cemetery at 8 Pm with refreshments after in Streete Parish Park.
  • Confirmation, Streete Rathowen 27th June.
  • First holy Communion Streete & Rathowen Saturday June 1st.
  • Trip to Medjugorje 2024 Pilgrimage October 2nd Contact Jerry Nally 087 4309096

Rosary continues

  • Rathowen, every Thursday 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

Next Friday Is Daffodil Day

Daffodil day and coffee morning is on Friday 22nd of March in Streete Parish Park from 10 am until 2 o’clock. This is a slight change of venue from St James’s, Church. We ask that you please come out to support and contribute to this very worthy cause. We look forward to meeting new and familiar faces for a chat over a cup of tea or coffee along with some beautiful culinary delights.

If you can't make the morning, please put an envelope with your donation marked Daffodil day in the Parish Park letterbox and we will gladly forward it to Linda and Janet. Thank you.

Experienced Childminder

Experienced childminder required to care and look after twin one year old Girls 2-3 days a week, from September onwards in the Boherquill area. Please contact Debbie on 085-8456213.

St Patrick’s Day Parade

Well done to all who joined in the festivities at this year’s Parade in Castlepollard with special thanks to Michael Kiernan and Niale Tully who represented Streete Vintage club with a lovely display of Vintage Tractors also Inny football club who turned out in force with an impressive display of club members. It was great craic and fair to say it brought lots of colour to the event.

Easter Egg Hunt: Easter Sunday Morning March 31st.

To mark this holy event, Fr. Pierre and church organisers are having an easter egg hunt after 10 am mass at Rathowen Church.

Ladies Evening Saturday 23 March

This upcoming event is hosted by the team who put the Christmas market together and promises to be a fun filled evening of fashion tips from renowned Style Adviser Maria Carton. Maria will advise you on how to step out of your style comfort zone, Midlife Dressing, Body Confidence, Size... Matters, Smart/ Casual Dressing, the role of Accessories and where to shop the Trends for Spring 2024.

Doors open at 7 Pm with side events and trade stands, local salons, and boutiques, light refreshments, and yummy treats along with raffle the proceeds of the night will be shared with the parish Park. So, Ladies why not treat yourself. Tickets are limited and can be purchased from Denise on 087 979 8546.

North Westmeath Tourism Meeting

In Streete Parish Park on Tuesday 26th at 6.30 We are inviting anyone involved in the tourism businesses, hotel public house catering etc. to come along and meet representatives from other areas of North Westmeath/Longford in a bid to strengthen tourism in the north of the midlands. Please come along.
School Transport: A reminder to parents, Applications are opening soon for School Year 2024/2025 on the School Transport Family Portal. buseireann.ie

Fully Qualified Health Care and Special Needs Assistant

Available at weekends to assist with the homecare needs of your loved one, over 15 years’ experience, Garda vetted, HSE approved, nonsmoker with full driving license Contact Grainne, on 087 3180476 after 8pm.

WHIST Card Game

We are delighted to have WHIST starting for beginners’ improvers and just for fun: in the parish park on Monday morning 25th at 11 am. Whist is an easy game to learn and play and offer a new social outing for people. Expert tuition on the day so please come along.

New Gym

We are exploring the possibility of offering one or more positions at our new gym to someone, maybe a young person considering a career in personal training or interested in becoming a fitness coach or gym instructor. This is still early days but if we have interest, it might be possible to get funding towards the training course which could open endless possibilities. We would like to hear from you if are interested, please give me a call to discuss more. 087 1375222.

New Gym

By now some of you will have had a sneak preview of our new Gym facility at the Parish Park. We hope to get it up and running shortly. This will be a great incentive for young and a little older to get and maintain fitness levels. We still have a bit to do to satisfy insurance, health and safety and access to the facility and how to do this without disturbing other events in the main hall. We ask that you bear with us for a month or so. We plan an open day to discuss access and membership, so keep an eye on the notes to stay up to date. Any questions please call me 087 1375222.

Sheep Worrying Season

Gardaí are appealing for dog owners to keep control of their animals after reports of local sheep worrying recently. A local farmer has asked me to convey the message to dog owners in our parish and surrounding areas to keep their pets on a leash and under control and do all in your power to prevent your dogs from roaming and attacking sheep, people need to be responsible and help prevent the mayhem and savagery which happens to defenseless sheep and lambs every year.

I can only imagine how upsetting it must be for farmers to see their animals in pain and suffering for something that could have been avoided if we the dog owners spared a though and took the time to secure our dogs when at work during the day or equally at night. If you see a dog roaming the fields, please alert the farmer or call local Gardaí in Granard 043 6687660 or Mullingar 044 9384000 if you think it is a cause for concern. Please remember between now and June sheep are particularly vulnerable.

Fund Raiser

Lisryan tidy Village Development Committee are organising a Teddy Bears' Picnic to support Isabella McEvoy Lisryan. Isabella is raising funds in the way of a hair cutting fundraiser with proceeds going to the Laura Lynn children hospice. your support to this great charity event would be greatly appreciated on Sunday April 14th at 2 pm at Lisryan Community Park N39 R1X8.

St. Fintan's N.S. Lismacaffrey

Enrolling for 2024 Enrolment Forms for new pupils for the school year 2024/2025 are now available at the school. School Telephone No. 043 6685233 Email: stfintansnslismacaffrey@gmail.com.

Social Dancing

Thursday 28th: A reminder, our next Dance is on Holy Thursday March 28th as our Good Friday bingo takes precedence on the last Friday this year. We welcome the return off the Legends of social dance, Magic Moments. The lead singer from Big Tom Country, Castleblayney and are a long-established band that plays a great mix of country and social dance Music for your enjoyment. A brilliant night of Dancing is guaranteed. Doors open from 9.00 till Late.

Badminton

Badminton will finish up for the summer months on Wednesday March 27th and will resume in September. New Adult members, improvers of all grades are welcome to join. We thank Maeve Tighe and her crew for keeping the game going and look forward to seeing you all back again soon.

Parish Park Lotto

March 11th Numbers drawn

  • 2,11,16,18.
  • Jackpot €2600 No Winner.

Four Lucky Dip Winners €25 each

  • Joe McGowan, Bundoran (Online)
  • M. Moran, Legan.
  • Martin Finnan, Ballinalack.
  • Emer Kiernan, Lismacaffrey.

Our next draw will take place on Monday 25th March. Jackpot €2650 Thank you for your continues support.

Boherquill Ramblers

On Sunday 24 March 2024 the Ramblers will meet at 2pm at the GAA Club and Community Centre in Multyfarnham for a walk out to Lough Derravaragh and back to the village by a loop. If you would like to add a walk, new or old, to the Walks Calendar please contact Philip Epps. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.

Church Notes St Mary’s, Streete/Rathowen Masses and Adoration this week

Mass Times

  • This Coming Sunday is the Palm Sunday which marks the start of holy week.
  • Vigil Mass every Saturday in Boherquill at 6 P.m. Sunday in Rathowen at 10 a.m.

Mass This Week

  • Tuesday, Boherquill 9.30am.
  • Wednesday Rathowen 7:00am.
  • Thursday, Rathowen 9.30am, adoration 10:00am to 10.30am.
  • Friday, Boherquill, 8:00pm with adoration 7:00pm to 8:00pm.

Mass intentions

  • Anniversary Mass this coming Saturday for the souls of the Murphy and Geraghty family.

Mass bookings are now being taken, please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542

Dates to Remember

  • Easter Sunday March 31st.
  • June 22nd Blessing of the Graves. Streete 6.30, Coolamber 7.15,
  • Mass in Boherquill cemetery at 8pm with refreshments after in Streete Parish Park.
  • Confirmation, Streete Rathowen 27th June.
  • First holy Communion Streete & Rathowen Saturday June 1st.
  • Trip to Medjugorje 2024 Pilgrimage October 2nd Contact Jerry Nally 087 4309096

Rosary continues

  • Rathowen, every Thursday 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

Happy St Patrick’s Day

Happy St. Patrick's Day to everyone at home and abroad especially the many readers of our local notes in the Irish community worldwide. We will be thinking of you and looking forward to seeing you on your return. In good health we raise a toast to you and your families. "sláinte,” “Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona duit!”

School Transport

A reminder to parents, Applications are opening soon for School Year 2024/2025 on the School Transport Family Portal. buseireann.ie.

Fully Qualified Health Care and Special Needs Assistant

Available at weekends to assist with the homecare needs of your loved one, over 15 years’ experience, Garda vetted, HSE approved, nonsmoker with full driving license Contact Grainne, on 087 3180476 after 8pm.

WHIST Card Game

We are delighted to have WHIST starting for beginners’ improvers and just for fun: in the parish park on Monday morning 25th at 11 am. Whist is an easy game to learn and play and offer a new social outing for people. Expert tuition on the day so please come along.

Active Retirement

A great turnout was had last Thursday morning for our first drop in and chat morning of the year, with lots of topics up for discussion. It was great to have so many happy faces at the table and so many new ideas for the year ahead. Days away are in the planning along with many other social activities, our group is open for anyone over 50 to join so why not give our next monthly meeting a go.

Daffodil Day

Daffodil day and coffee morning is on Friday 22nd of March in Streete Parish Park from 10 am until 2 o’clock. This is a slight change of venue from St James’s, Church. We ask that you please come out to support and contribute to this very worthy cause. We look forward to meeting new and familiar faces for a chat over a cup of tea or coffee along with some beautiful culinary delights. If you can't make the morning, please put an envelope with your donation marked Daffodil day in the Parish Park letterbox and we will gladly forward it to Linda and Janet. Thank you.

New Gym

We are exploring the possibility of offering one or more positions at our new gym to someone, maybe a young person considering a career in personal training or interested in becoming a fitness coach or gym instructor. This is still early days but if we have interest, it might be possible to get funding towards the training course which could open up endless possibilities. We would like to hear from you if are interested, please give me a call to discuss more. 087 1375222.

New Gym

By now some of you will have had a sneak preview of our new Gym facility at the Parish Park. We hope to get it up and running shortly. This will be a great incentive for young and a little older to get and maintain fitness levels. We still have a bit to do to satisfy insurance, health and safety and access to the facility and how to do this without disturbing other events in the main hall. We ask that you bear with us for a month or so. We plan an open day to discuss access and membership, so keep an eye on the notes to stay up to date. Any questions please call me 087 1375222.

Sheep Worrying Season

Gardaí are appealing for dog owners to keep control of their animals after reports of local sheep worrying recently. A local farmer has asked me to convey the message to dog owners in our parish and surrounding areas to keep their pets on a leash and under control and do all in your power to prevent your dogs from roaming and attacking sheep, people need to be responsible and help prevent the mayhem and savagery which happens to defenseless sheep and lambs every year.

I can only imagine how upsetting it must be for farmers to see their animals in pain and suffering for something that could have been avoided if we the dog owners spared a though and took the time to secure our dogs when at work during the day or equally at night. If you see a dog roaming the fields, please alert the farmer or call local Gardaí in Granard 043 6687660 or Mullingar 044 9384000 if you think it is a cause for concern. Please remember between now and June sheep are particularly vulnerable.

Boherquill Ramblers

The Ramblers visited Clondra for a walk beside the Royal Canal on Sunday 3 March 2024. Sunday is a busy time in Clondra, with the boating community well represented by the many boats in the harbor and all the cars parked outside the Richmond Inn with their owners inside enjoying Sunday lunch. The group walked out and back along the canal towpath in pleasant conditions with warm sunshine and a cool breeze reminiscent of a spring day. There will be no walk on Sunday 17 March 2024, St Patrick’s Day. If you would like to add a walk, new or old, to the 2024 Walks Calendar please contact Philip Epps. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.

Computers for Beginners

We have a Full attendance for Stage 1 beginners’ class on Tuesday nights. Stage 2 will start soon for anyone who already has the basics and would like to advance or still need a little help. I would encourage anyone interested to contact me asap as spaces may be limited 087 1375222.

Fund Raiser

Lisryan tidy Village Development Committee are organising a Teddy Bears' Picnic to support Isabella McEvoy Lisryan. Isabella is raising funds in the way of a hair cutting fundraiser with proceeds going to the Laura Lynn children hospice. your support to this great charity event would be greatly appreciated on Sunday April 14th at 2 pm at Lisryan Community Park N39 R1X8.

St. Fintan's N.S. Lismacaffrey

Enrolling for 2024 Enrolment Forms for new pupils for the school year 2024/2025 are now available at the school. School Telephone No. 043 6685233 Email: stfintansnslismacaffrey@gmail.com.

Ladies Evening Saturday 23 March

This upcoming event is hosted by the team who put the Christmas market together and promises to be a fun filled evening of fashion tips from renowned Style Adviser Maria Carton. Maria will advise you on how to step out of your style comfort zone, Midlife Dressing, Body Confidence, Size... Matters, Smart/ Casual Dressing, the role of Accessories and where to shop the Trends for Spring 2024. Doors open at 7 Pm with side events and trade stand, local salons, and boutiques, light refreshments, and yummy treats along with raffle the proceeds of the night will be shared with the parish Park. So, Ladies why not treat yourself. Tickets are limited and can be purchased from Denise on 087 979 8546.  Jiving and Line Dancing lessons: will return soon keep an eye on notes.

Social Dancing

A reminder, our next Dance is on Holy Thursday March 28th as our Good Friday bingo takes precedence on the last Friday this year. We welcome the return off the Legends of social dance, Magic Moments. The lead singer from Big Tom Country, Castleblayney and are a long-established band that plays a great mix of country and social dance Music for your enjoyment. A brilliant night of Dancing is guaranteed. Doors open from 9.00 till Late.

Badminton

Every Wednesday nights at 8.30 pm. 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

Streete Parish Park Lotto Next Draw Monday 26th February Numbers Drawn: 1, 9, 14, 20 No Jackpot Winner Four Lucky Dip Winners of €25 each. Anne Marie Brady (Online) E. Fryday, Aughamore, Ballinalee Sarah O' Reilly, Tarmornbarry, Co. Roscommon Mary & Tony, Ballynacargy Our next draw will take place on Monday March 11th Jackpot €2600 Thank you for your continues support.

Boherquill Ramblers

There were two major events on the Ramblers agenda on Sunday 25 February 2024. First there was the unveiling of a bench in memory of the club’s co-founder and President Brian Nerney at Streete Parish Park by the Club’s other co-founder, his wife Alice, on behalf of members. The Ramblers, the Nerney family and some local residents heard appreciations of Brian’s sterling work for the Club and the Parish from Chairperson Eileen Moreton, and two beautifully appropriate poems were read by members.

Alice herself spoke briefly of the 43 wonderful years of their marriage and Brian’s commitment to the Ramblers and the community. The Ramblers then moved into the Parish Hall for their 2024 AGM. Chairperson Eileen Moreton is succeeded by Alice Nerney. Nini Murray remains as Club Secretary (assisted by Patricia Bruton). Mary McHugh (assisted by Eileen Moreton) remains Treasurer. Deputy Chair Declan Leonard and Frank Higgins remain on the Committee as does PRO Philip Epps.

The second weekend in May was chosen as the Annual Walking Festival as in previous years and a sub-committee was set up to organize the event. Thanks to Kevin Brady and Streete Parish Park for organizing Brian’s Bench installation and their hospitality on the day. On Sunday 10 March 2024 the Ramblers will walk at Derrycassin. Cars will meet at 2pm at Derrycassin for a 7km forest walk beside Lough Gowna. If you would like to add a walk, new or old, to the Walks Calendar please contact Philip Epps. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.

Church Notes St Mary’s, Streete/Rathowen: Masses and Adoration this week

Mass Times

  • Pastoral Council Meeting: This Thursday at 8 pm.
  • This Coming Sunday is the Fifth Sunday in Lent.
  • 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 Boherquill 7 Am & Rathowen 9.30
  • Thursday, Rathowen 9.30 Am, adoration 10 to 10.30
  • Friday, Boherquill, 8 pm with adoration 7 to 8 pm

Mass intentions

Mass bookings are now being taken, please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542

Dates to Remember

  • Easter Sunday March 31st.
  • June 22nd Blessing of the Graves. Streete 6.30, Coolamber 7.15,
  • Mass in Boherquill cemetery at 8 Pm with refreshments after in Streete Parish Park.
  • Confirmation, Streete Rathowen 27th June.
  • First holy Communion Streete & Rathowen Saturday June 1st.
  • Trip to Medjugorje 2024 Pilgrimage October 2nd Contact Jerry Nally 087 4309096

Offertory Envelopes

  • For the upkeep of the church are available on the front seat of the church, please pick a pack up and support our church. Thank you.

Rosary continues

  • Rathowen, every Thursday 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

"The most difficult question ever asked of me by the Press is how I would I describe Pat Gorman. This question come to me at a very tender moment as we mourn the loss of a dear friend pat. To say now he was a legend is an understatement a friend through and through to man woman and child. Sadly From my own personal heart with a tear in my eye, a pure gentlemen is the only word that’s comes to mind. I Could even touch on the word Gentleman."

Deepest Sympathies

On behalf of the Parish and Committee of Streete Parish Park. We kindly pass on our sincere condolences to Tom Reilly and Family Lismacaffrey and the Kelly Family Granard on the sad and untimely passing of Patrick, Pa Kelly. We pray for him and his family at this darkest hour and may Patrick’s gentle soul rest in heavenly peace.

Deepest Sympathies are expressed to the Meehan Family Clonava on the passing of Marcella (Sally) Meehan. Peacefully surrounded by her family. Predeceased by her husband Brugha, brothers Tom and Jim, sisters Theresa and Jean son-in-law Enda. Deeply regretted by her loving children Seamus, Doreen, Fergal and Ruth daughters-in-law Stephanie and Finola, son-in-law Terry, grandchildren, family, relatives and friends. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Cars and Coffee

The first cars and coffee morning will take place at Streete Parish Park on Sunday 18th of February from 9 until 1 Pm. All types of interesting and classic vehicles welcome. The proceeds of the morning will go towards the replacement of the Parish Park Defibrillator and the road victims Association. Raffle with great prizes on the day, please come and support this great cause for more info contact Eamon 087 1470280 or Thomas 086 8656833

Congratulations

Congratulations and best wishes to Paddy and Attracta Murray Russagh who celebrated their 57th Wedding Anniversary last Sunday. May your friendship continue to grow stronger and your hearts remain forever young.

Deepest Sympathies

The Committee of Streete Parish Park, express our sincere condolences to Johnny and the extended Garvey family, Rinroe. On the sad passing of Mel Garvey. May his gentle soul rest in heavenly peace.

Computers for Beginners

Stage 1 course for the complete beginner. I have a Provisional Start Date on Tuesday 27th February 7pm to 9pm 8 weeks This course 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.

Deepest Sympathies

Are expressed to the Fagan family formally Kilmore and Tighe Family Barradrum, on the passing Josie Sadler (nee Tighe) Colchester England and Corrydonlon Rathowen. Daughter of the late Jim and Mary Ann Tighe. Sister of the late Lal, Peggy and Lizzie Tighe. She will be greatly missed by her Sister Teresa Fagan. Kilmore and Mullingar. On behalf of the community of Streete, Rathowen we extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Josie. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Camogie For Girls

Ringtown Camogie Club are running a Skills and Games workshop for U8 U10 and U12 Girls, starting last Tuesday evening at 6.30 till 7.30 in Streete Parish Park. This 4-week course is a great opportunity for young girls to try out Camogie and see if they like it.

Streete Wildlife Club

Are holding a game tasting and fundraising night in Murphy’s Lisryan on Friday 16th February in memory of the late Michael Maher. Music on the night with great prizes to be won. All proceeds raised on the night will go to the Kevin Bell Trust. In memory of the late Michael Reilly. A club member that left us away to early.

Jiving and Line Dancing lessons

Starting on Sunday 11th February in Streete Parish Park. This is a Four-week class from 7 to 8.30 Pm The cost €10 pr class will take you from complete beginner to making the right moves with confidence. All ages, improvers & advanced welcome.

Social Dance

Next Dance Friday February 23rd, with bands that make you want to dance lined up. Unfortunately, the very talented Olivia Douglas has let us down once again. We are privileged to have Ger Long from Carlingford make his first appearance in Streete. Ger is highly popular in the social dance scene around Norther Ireland and England. So, tell all your friends and remember we encourage dancers to bring their dancing shoes for a great night' of dance and craic, guaranteed. Doors open from 9.00 till Late. N91 RC43 for more call Kevin 087 1375222

Walking Track Membership 2024

We ask if track users could pay their membership by the end of January, please. 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. Enquiries 087 1375222. All cheques made payable to Streete Parish Park.

Badminton

Every Wednesday nights at 8.30 pm. 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

Streete Parish Park Lotto Next Draw Monday 12th February. Thank you for your continues support.

Boherquill Ramblers

On Sunday 28 January 2024 the Ramblers joined other friends and supporters of St. Christopher’s Services for the Intellectually Disabled at Streete Parish Park to raise funds for the organisation’s Edgeworthstown branch. A 5km local walk was followed by refreshments and a raffle back at the Parish Park where the Ramblers met Eamon Carthy, Chairman of St. Christopher’s, Edgeworthstown.

On Sunday 11 February 2024 the Ramblers will meet at 2pm at Kilbixy for a 7km road and forest trail walk. Please take note of this 2pm start time which will apply until further notice. The Ramblers 2024 AGM will be held at 3pm on Sunday 25 February at Streete Parish Park. Details will follow later. If you would like to add a walk, new or old, to the Walks Calendar please contact Philip Epps. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.

Happy St Brigid’s Day

A great turnout was had at the St Brigid cross making last Monday night in St Mary’s Church Boherquill. It was great to see families coming along to take part. Fr Pierre would like to thank all who attended especially Geraldine Keary and Gerry Gilchrist who were on hand to demonstrate the art of making this iconic cross.

Church Notes St Mary’s, Streete/Rathowen: Masses and Adoration this week

Mass Times

  • This Coming Sunday is the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
  • Vigil Mass every Saturday in Boherquill at 8 P.m.
  • Sunday in Rathowen at 10 a.m.

Mass this week

  • Tuesday, Boherquill 9.30am.
  • Wednesday Rathowen 9.30am.
  • Thursday, Rathowen 9.30am, adoration 10:00am to 10.30am.
  • Friday, Boherquill, 8:00pm with adoration 7:00pm to 8:00pm.

Mass Intentions

Please remember in your prayers the soul of:

  • Michael Rainsford, whose First Anniversary Mass is on Saturday.

Mass bookings for 2024 are now being taken Please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542.

Pastoral Council Meeting

Pastoral council meeting will take place on Wed Feb 7th at 8 Pm in the Presbytery Boherquill.

Dates to Remember

  • Ash Wednesday 14th February starting of the 40 days of Lent.
  • Easter Sunday March 31st.
  • June 22nd Blessing of the Graves. Streete 6.30, Coolamber 7.15,
  • Mass in Boherquill cemetery at 8 Pm with refreshments after in Streete Parish Park.
  • Confirmation, Streete Rathowen 27th June.
  • First holy Communion Streete & Rathowen Saturday June 1st.
  • Trip to Medjugorje 2024 Pilgrimage October 2nd Contact Jerry Nally 087 4309096

Offertory Envelopes

For the upkeep of the church are available on the front seat of the church, please pick a pack up and support our church. Thank you.

Rosary Continues

  • Rathowen, every Tuesday at 7pm and Boherquill every Thursday at 7pm.

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.

Computers for Beginners

Stage 1 course starting this Tuesday 27th February 7pm to 9pm This course 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.

Fund Raiser

Lisryan tidy Village Development Committee are organising a Teddy Bears' Picnic to support Isabella McEvoy Lisryan. Isabella is raising funds in the way of a hair cutting fundraiser with proceeds going to the Laura Lynn children hospice. your support to this great charity event would be greatly appreciated on Sunday April 14th at 2 pm at Lisryan Community Park N39 R1X8.

St. Fintan's N.S. Lismacaffrey

Enrolling for 2024 Enrolment Forms for new pupils for the school year 2024/2025 are now available at the school. School Telephone No. 043 6685233 Email: stfintansnslismacaffrey@gmail.com.

Daffodil Day

Daffodil day and coffee morning is on Friday 22nd of March in Streete Parish Park from 10 am until 2 o’clock. This is a slight change of venue from St James’s, Church. We ask that you please come out to support and contribute to this very worthy cause. We look forward to meeting new and familiar faces for a chat over a cup of tea or coffee along with some beautiful Culinary delights.

If you can't make the morning, please put an envelope with your donation marked Daffodil day in the Parish Park letterbox and we will gladly forward it to Linda and Janet. Thank you.

Ladies Evening Saturday 23 March

This upcoming event is hosted by the team who put the Christmas market together and promises to be a fun filled evening of fashion tips from renowned Style Adviser Maria Carton. Maria will advise you on how to step out of your style comfort zone, Midlife Dressing, Body Confidence, Size... Matters, Smart/ Casual Dressing, the role of Accessories and where to shop the Trends for Spring 2024.

Doors open at 7 Pm with side events and trade stand, local salons, and boutiques, light refreshments, and yummy treats along with raffle the proceeds of the night will be shared with the parish Park. So, Ladies why not treat yourself. Tickets are limited and can be purchased from Denise on 087 979 8546.

Event - The Alzheimer Society of Ireland

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland, are hosting an awareness evening to make our communities more aware of Dementia how to become more-Inclusive and how to encourage people, and businesses, to be more nurturing and accepting of people living with dementia and their families in the community on Tuesday, 27th February from 7 – 9 pm. Annebrook Hotel, All welcome.

Jiving and Line Dancing

Jiving and Line Dancing lessons Sunday nights in Streete Parish Park. class from 7 to 8.30 Pm is great value at €10 pr class. So now is your chance the class will take you from complete beginner to making the right moves with confidence. All ages, improvers & advanced welcome.

Social Dance

A fantastic night of social dancing was had last Friday to the sound Ger Long from Carlingford, Ger kept the floor alive with great music all night. Next month we have Magic Moments make a welcome return to Streete. Magic Moments from Monaghan are highly popular in the social dance scene. So, tell all your friends and remember we encourage dancers to bring their dancing shoes for a great night' of dance and craic, guaranteed. Doors open from 9.00 till Late. N91 RC43 for more call Kevin 087 1375222.

Badminton

Every Wednesday nights at 8.30 pm. 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

Streete Parish Park Lotto Next Draw Monday 26th February. Thank you for your continues support.

Boherquill Ramblers

The Ramblers visited Athlone on Sunday 18 February 2024 for a new walk along part of the Old Rail Trail to the new footbridge over the Shannon and then a loop along the old canal on the western edge of the town. There were lots of people out enjoying the beautiful weather with some trees coming into blossom. The group passed a display of the work of some local poets beside the canal and later in the walk they saw the plaque marking the house where Count John McCormack lived for part of his life.

Clondra will be the Ramblers meeting point on Sunday 3 March 2024 for a walk along the western end of the Royal Canal. Cars will meet in Clondra at 2pm at the car park beside the school; turn left in the village at the bridge over the canal. If you would like to add a walk, new or old, to the Walks Calendar please contact Philip Epps. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.

Church Notes St Mary’s, Streete/Rathowen: Masses and Adoration this week

Mass Times

  • This Coming Sunday is the Third Sunday in Lent.
  • Vigil Mass every Saturday in Boherquill at 8 P.m.
  • Sunday in Rathowen at 10 a.m.

Mass This Week

  • Tuesday, Boherquill 9.30am.
  • Wednesday Boherquill 7:00am. Rathowen 7:00pm.
  • Thursday, Rathowen 9.30am, adoration 10:00am to 10.30am.
  • Friday, Boherquill, 8:00pm with adoration 7:00pm to 8:00pm.

Mass intentions

Please remember in your prayers the souls:

  • Fr Ned and Fr Michael O’Hara and their Sister Bridgid O’Hara whose anniversary mass was last week. Anniversary Mass this Saturday for the soul of Luke Kiernan, Boherquill.

Mass bookings are now being taken, please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542.

Dates to Remember

  • Easter Sunday March 31st.
  • June 22nd Blessing of the Graves.
  • Streete 6.30, Coolamber 7.15, Mass in Boherquill cemetery at 8 Pm with refreshments after in Streete Parish Park.
  • Confirmation, Streete Rathowen 27th June.
  • First holy Communion Streete & Rathowen Saturday June 1st.
  • Trip to Medjugorje 2024 Pilgrimage October 2nd Contact Jerry Nally 087 4309096.

Offertory Envelopes

For the upkeep of the church are available on the front seat of the church, please pick a pack up and support our church. Thank you.

Rosary Continues

  • Rathowen, every Thursday at 7:00pm and Boherquill every Thursday at 7:00pm.

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.

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