GET FIT: - New Year Get Fit- Stay Fit Program starting in Streete Parish Park on Friday, 8th of February at 7pm. Barry Webb is a Professional Trainer with great experience working with sports partnerships in Longford and Westmeath offering personal Weight Loss and Fitness Instruction. We are delighted to have Barry come on board in the Parish Park to offer this great service. Anyone who valued Weightwatchers will welcome Barry’s personal program focused on you on a “one to one” basis. The program will run for six weeks at a time starting with a weigh in and a strategic plan drawn up for you to manage your food and inspire you to take part in a weekly fitness program in the Parish Park. The cost of the six-week program is €50 which is fantastic value when you consider you have your own personal trainer to mentor you along the way. Tell your friends and come along to see for yourself. Call Barry on 085 770 8679 to book your place.
Walking Track Membership: - As you may have seen our Parish Park walking track has got a makeover. The walking track has proved a great success and enjoyed by many from a wide area. The Parish Park Committee would like to thank everyone who paid for membership for the past number of years and would like to remind you that your membership is now due for renewal at the end of January. All members will be contacted in the coming weeks. New member applications forms can be found in the entrance hall of the Parish Park or by calling into the office upstairs Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday from 10 am until 2 pm. alternatively you can pick up a membership application form in the shop in Lisryan or the shop in Streete. Single membership is €20 and a family is €30. We also remind you this facility is a huge benefit to our community. We have had some reports of dog fowling over the past year. This may have been once off, but if you see deliberate dog fowling allowed by its owner we ask you to please report to any of our committee or in the office or call Declan 086 8123514 or Kevin 087 1375222. All cheques made payable to Streete Parish Park.
BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - The Ramblers walked the trails of Derrycassin Forest on Sunday 27 January 2019 and in several places they had to clamber over trees which had blown down in the storm the previous night. The weather on Sunday was calm though, with bright sunshine filtering through the trees and reflecting off the surface of Lough Gowna.
On Sunday 10 February 2019 the Ramblers will visit another forest: Newcastle Forest near Ballymahon. Cars will leave Boherquill at 1.30pm and meet at 2pm in the car park beside the bridge in the forest for a loop walk through the forest outside the Centre Parcs resort.
Members are reminded that annual subscriptions are now due: only €20 each or €30 for a family.
New members are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411.
See boherquillramblers.ie
VALENTINES DAY: - February, 14th. Raffle in Fiddlers Green Pub – you could win a teddy bear. Tickets for sale in pub and shop.
SOCIAL DANCE: - the next Social Dance takes place in Streete Parish Park on Friday, 15th February and music will be applied by the ever popular, Matt Leavy with the usual complimentary supper and free raffle. Numbers have increased at the last social night with many new faces attending and enjoying the night with comfort and lots of space, so think about it and should you decide to come along you will be most welcome. Dancing from 10p.m.-12.30 with admission €10.
DANCING LESSONS: - With James & Bernie every Sunday night in Streete Parish Park starting at 8.00p.m. Any enquiries to 086 2008739
STREETE WILDLIFE: - Streete shooting grounds spring league starts this Thursday night, February 7th. The club would like to thank KBG accountants Cavan and Longford for coming on board as main sponsors of the league. Shooting from 7pm to 9pm all shooters welcome.
Report on game tasting night next week.
As in previous years the now famous church concert takes place in the Church of the Nativity, Ballinacargy on Tuesday, 12th February. Doors will open at 7p.m. and the show will commence at 8p.m. Many celebrities are taken part.
Once again as in previous years Willie Penrose and many of this friends are organisers and appearing will be Musical Director, Michael English, Mick foster, the well-known Willoughby brothers to name just a few. For full details see notice board in Streete Parish Park entrance hall. The organisers recommend that you bring a cushion for your own comfort.
Having attended and enjoyed the show in previous years I recommend the show for a wonderful night out. Admission will cost €20, so keep a note of the date.
The next Social Dance takes place in Streete Parish Park on Friday, 15th February and music will be applied by the ever popular, Matt Leavy with the usual complimentary supper and free raffle. Numbers have increased at the last social night with many new faces attending and enjoying the night with comfort and lots of space, so think about it and should you decide to come along you will be most welcome.
Dancing from 10p.m.-12.30a.m. with admission €10.
With James & Bernie every Sunday night in Streete Parish Park starting at 8.00p.m. Any enquiries to 086 2008739
As mentioned in last week’s notes the drop in morning formerly generously hosted by Jim Phelan in his Fiddlers Green Pub is now being held in Streete Parish Park Meeting Room on the first Thursday morning of each month from 11a.m. to 12.30p.m. The attendance at our first attempt last week was small, so please spread the word and we hope anyone free on Thursday, 7th February and on the first Thursday of the month will come along for a cuppa and a chat.
There is no charge but if you like to put a few bob in the box it will be appreciated. A reminder will appear nearer the date. We also intend including a book and magazine swap table where people can bring and leave a book or magazine etc. and take away and swap at no charge. Most homes have books etc. which are suitable and of interest to others.
There are a few more ideas such as a pack of cards etc. There will also be an opportunity to discuss anything related to the parish and district. All welcome and keep an eye on these notes and remember the first Monday morning of each month. If you have an idea just come along on February, 7th 11.00a.m.-12.30p.m.
Would like to invite everybody especially all landowners to Murphy’s crossroads Inn this Friday 1st February to a game tasting night with a difference. All game on the night will be supplied by members of the club. Come along and taste some Pheasant, Partridge, Pigeon, Duck, Rabbit and maybe some deer stew.
There will also be a raffle on the night with some very valuable spot prizes. Music on the night will be supplied by Paul Leavy, Admission is voluntary and all proceeds go to the Irish Heart foundation. Please support and bring a friend. February 7th Spring League.
The walk along the towpath of the Royal Canal from the Dublin Road Bridge in Mullingar east to Baltrasna Bridge and then back on the nature trail on the other side of the canal made up the Ramblers walk on Sunday 20 January 2019. During the walk the group passed the quay at Piper's Boreen where emigrants boarded barges during the 19th century on the first stage of their journey to leave the country.
The Ramblers will meet at Streete Parish Park on Sunday 3 February for their 2019 AGM, There will be a walk at 2pm followed by the AGM at 4pm.
Members are reminded that annual subscriptions are now due: only €20 each or €30 for a family.
New members are always welcome. For details phone Philip: 087 7753612 or Nini: 086 8754411.
See boherquillramblers.ie.
The Streete Watch Community Alert committee would like to say a big Thank You to everyone who supported and took part in last Friday nights table quiz in the Fiddlers Green, Streete. Quiz master, Padraig Flynn, regaled the crowd with his amusing line of questions. An excellent raffle also took place after the quiz with a large range of fantastic prizes which were all very kindly donated with almost every table receiving a spot-prize. We would also like to say thanks to all who made and donated sandwiches.
We would also like to thank Jim for the use of his premises. Thanks also to Fr. Nigel for his attendance. All in all, the quiz was a huge success. All monies raised will go towards Community Alert equipment and signage. So far, over 85 percent of the parish have signed up to our text alert system. If you haven’t had a call from one of our committee and would like to sign up it only costs €10 for the year.
Please let us know and we will gladly call to you. We can’t promise to prevent crime but working together and being vigilant will greatly reduce the possibility. Garda Paddy Gynan will attend a meeting next month to advise our community on drugs and how to identify and report illicit use.
Contact Paula: 087 9680739 or Kevin: 087 137522 if you want to register for our alert.
The club has resumed bowling after the Christmas break. Streete A and C hosted Ardagh B and Mullingar at the Streete Complex on Tuesday night. Streete A had a hard fought win over Ardagh but Streete C lost narrowly on the night to Mullingar.
Streete B travelled to Athlone on the same night but did not win any points. All members of the club would like to offer their sincere sympathy to Rachel Gaffney on the recent death of her husband Paddy. May he rest in peace. New members welcome.
SYMPATHY; - We extend sincere sympathy to the family of Seamus Kiernan, Legan whose death occurred on Tuesday, 15th January. Seamus was predeceased by his sister, Marian Murtagh, brothers Kevin, Tom and Philip and his former wife, Antoinette (nee Donoghue) late of Ruthall, Streete. Deeply regretted by his daughter, Fiona Callaghan and her husband Kieran, Edgeworthstown, grandchildren, Viola and Jack, his sister Margo McNamara, brothers Paddy and Michael, relatives and friends. His funeral followed Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Edgeworthstown and he was laid to rest In Aughafin Cemetery. May he rest in peace.
DEATH; - It is with deep regret I wish to report the death in Boston of Molly
Sawyer nee Casey on Tuesday 15th January last. Molly was predeceased by her parents, Jack and Elizabeth Casey, her brother Paddy in
Rinroe by her grandmother Cahill, after whose death she moved to Correally
with her father and brother, Paddy Casey. Molly is survived by
her husband Clarence, her son Patrick, stepchildren, cousins and many friends
in Boston, in Co. Clare and in this parish. Her funeral took
place after mass in Boston last Saturday at which time her remains were
cremated. May her gentle soul rest in peace. Her late brother Paddy is
still remembered in a special way by the older members of this community
PARISH MORNING: - During the past number of months Jim Phelan, owner of Fiddlers Green pub, Streete hosted a drop in style morning in his pub. Due to changes with Jim’s health opening hours of the pub and shop have had to be changed and the shop is only open from 10.00a.m. - to 12noon and again from 4p.m. until closing time. I am glad to report Jim is making progress and we all remember him and wish him continued progress to full health. The Chairman and committee of our parish Park have unanimously agreed to continue, what started as Jim’s idea, and hold a morning get together on the third Thursday morning of each month from 11.00a.m.-12.30 when all will be welcome to call to the Centre for a complimentary tea/coffee morning and if you feel like bringing a tart or scones all the better. All welcome. For any further information call Declan 086 8123514 or Brian 086 2596656. We are open to any suggestions that might help. The first such morning is Thursday, 24th January. Watch this space for details each month. We hope anyone free at the time will come along and keep in touch. Time and date each month can be discussed at our first get together.
ST CHRISTOPHERS: - The Edgeworthstown Branch of St. Christopher’s, Longford in conjunction with Boherquill Ramblers Walking Club held a fundraiser walk last Sunday starting and ending at Streete Parish Park which as always was a huge success. Eamon Cathy, Chairman of St. Christopher’s (Edgeworthstown Branch) asks me to sincerely thank Boherquill Ramblers Chairperson, Patricia Bruton and Parish Park Chairman, Declan Carthy for their wonderful help and support with this worthy fundraiser. Thanks to the ladies who once again provided tea etc. after the walk and Tracey Carthy and Lily Parker who organised and sold raffle tickets. As always prizes for the raffle were donated, so all I can say is a big thank you to one and all.
STREETE LOTTO: - results of lotto held in Streete Parish Park on Monday, 14th January are as follows: - 6,13,16 19 and the winners were M O’Hara c/o C & D, Mgt. Nea,Imelda Kelly. Next Lotto draw will be held on Monday, 28th January when the jackpot will be €15,000. Thank you all very much for your ongoing support of our Lotto.
REMINDER - TABLE QUIZ: - This Friday night in Fiddlers green pub, Streete at 9pm. Streete Watch Community alert Committee are running a Fundraiser Table Quiz to raise funds to progress on the good work already done.
Quizmaster will be Padraig Flynn with questions to test everyone’s knowledge across a wide range of topics. There will be a Raffle on the night; we would welcome your generosity in supporting the night with prizes or donations. Tables of 4, €40 Junior table €20 Contact any of the committee, or call Paula 087 6565689 or Kevin 087 1375222.
BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - The Ramblers joined many local people at Streete Parish Park for a walk to raise funds for St Christopher's Services for people with intellectual difficulties on Sunday 13 January 2019. Their 6km loop walk took them past the ruins of Nugent's Castle near Coolamber and the old graveyard on the same quiet road. After the walk the group were treated to refreshments and a raffle at the Parish Park. Many thanks to Eamon Carthy and all those involved in organising the afternoon.
The Boherquill Ramblers 2019 AGM will be held on Sunday 3 February at Streete Parish Park. Details will be given in future notes.
Anyone who wishes to secure a place on the Members trip to Wales over the June Bank Holiday (31 May to 3 June 2019) should contact Nini Murray at 086 8754411
asap. A €50 deposit is required. Nini will have more details in due course.
Members are reminded that annual subscriptions are now due: only €20 each or €30 for a family.
New members are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411.
See boherquillramblers.ie
SOCIAL DANCE; - A most enjoyable Social Dance took place in Streete Parish Park Centre last Friday with music by Andy Feery. Many of our regulars attended a music weekend in Donegal; never the less a good crowd attended our dance. Our next dance will be on Friday, 15th February when music will be by Matt Leavy when we hope to see you all there.
BINGO; - bingo continues every Monday night commencing at 8.30p.m. sharp in the Community Park Centre. Should you be interested and wish to get details ring the office any Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday 043 6685926. If you leave a message your call will be returned A.S.A.P. At the moment the bingo Main Jackpot stands at €20,000 in 42 calls or less and the second jackpot also in 42 calls is building up nicely and is at €12,000. There is also a separate raffle in each half with tickets costing €2 and a prize of €100 in each half. On Monday night, 21st January we are holding a Monster Bingo with lots of money to be won. Your continued support is greatly appreciated
WALKING: - as always at the beginning of a new year I get many enquiries about our Boherquill Ramblers Walking Club and as always we welcome any new members for 2019. Philip and Maura will shortly produce our calendar of walks for the coming year, so for good value now is the time to join by contacting any of our members or call Brian 086 2596656, emailbrian.nerney@gmail.com; Alice 0868130780 email alicepnerney@gmail.com or P.R.O. Philip Epps 087 7753612, otherwise look our web www.boherquillramblers.ie. As we plan for this year our walks, trips etc. we would welcome suggestions for walks, so don’t be shy just come along any Sunday for walk start at 2.00p.m., but for any exact details please call any of the numbers in advance. Membership including insurance is only €20 for single or €30 for a family for the year.
AGM: -please note I have been informed by Nini Murray, Secretary of Boherquill Ramblers Walking Club that the Club’s Annual General Meeting will take place on Sunday, 3rd February in Streete Parish Park Centre. Should you have any item you would like to get put on the agenda please let her know on 086 8754411. Additional information will be on the website and these local Streete notes in due course.
WALKING TRIP: - should you be interested in going to Wales with the Boherquill Ramblers at the end of May/June weekend please contact Nini or Chairperson Patricia Bruton to book. A deposit of €50 is required to secure a place. Please keep an eye on these notes each week and also www.boherquillramblers.ie for updates or call 086 8754411
FARM SOLD: - a very historic farm in Coolnagun in this parish and formerly owned by the late Michael Earley has been recently sold to a Mullingar businessman and we wish him happiness with his new property. The late Michael Earley was a very highly regarded member of the local community and was one of the original founders and a trustee of Streete Parish Park – a venture he was very proud of.
POST BOX: - back to local news, it is very sad to notice the post box on the wall of what was our Post Office in Rathowen village has been removed now that the Post Office is closed and transferred to Aidan Geerahs premises in Ballinalack village where daily collection is 4p.m. Best wishes are sent to Aidan who has extended his shop and filling station which includes a new coffee shop and restaurant.
BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - The effect of the last year's unusual weather was clear to see during the Ramblers walk at Multyfarnham on Sunday 6 January 2019. The water level in Lough Derravaragh was still low since last year's drought and the more recent mild weather meant there was lots of new spring growth on the flowers and bushes.
On Sunday 20 January 2019 the Ramblers will meet in Mullingar for an 8km walk along the Royal Canal from the Dublin Road Bridge to Baltrasna Bridge and back on the opposite side. Cars will leave Boherquill at 1.30pm and meet at 2pm at the free car park beside Bellview Health Centre on the Delvin Road in Mullingar. Walking boots are advised as the return part of the walk can be muddy.
The Boherquill Ramblers 2019 AGM will be held on Sunday 3 February at Streete Parish Park. Details will be given in future notes.
Members are reminded that annual subscriptions are now due: only €20 each or €30 for a family.
New members are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411.
See boherquillramblers.ie
SOCIAL DANCING: - Our next Social Dance in Streete Parish Park is this Friday, 18th January with music by the ever popular, Andy Feery. Dancing 10.00-12.30 with free raffle and refreshments on the night. Come along for a good night’s entertainment.
DANCING LESSONS: - With James & Bernie every Sunday night in Streete Parish Park starting at 8.00p.m. Any enquiries to 086 2008739
THANKS: - as president of the most successful Walking Club, Boherquill Ramblers our gratitude in particular goes to club Chairperson, Patricia Bruton, Ballynacargy who helps out in so many ways and in particular she organises our annual trips to interesting places and countries from time to time, our Secretary, Nini Murray, Tarmonbarry who does all secretarial matters, our Joint Treasurers, Alice Nerney & Mary McHugh who keep us on the straight and narrow at all times and most of all thanks to our unbelievable P.R.O, Philip Epps, Monilea, helped by his wife, Maura Cullen who organises new walks etc. etc. Should I have overlooked anyone please forgive me as all our members play their own part and help out in many ways. Thank you to all on behalf of all of us and Happy 2019 walking. New members always welcome just contact any of us or Alice 0868130780; alicenerney@gmail.com or Brian 086 2596656 or brian.nerney@gmail.com . Finally I must remind all to pay our insurance and we depend on your membership which is only €20 per person or €30 per family payable to Mary McHugh or any family member.
LOTTO: - the numbers drawn in our last lotto draw on 17th December 2018 were 8,17,21 25 and the results were as follows: - 1 Aaron Parker c/o C & D: 2 Aoghan Clarke: 3 Gerry O’Neill: 4 St. James’s Church of Ireland : 5 Tommy & Fionnula Denning.
CHARITY WALK: - in aid of St. Christopher’s (Mostrim Branch) in conjunction with Boherquill Ramblers Walking Club on Sunday, 13th January at 2.00p.m. starting at Streete Parish Park with refreshments afterwards in the Centre. This walk is suitable for all age groups. For further information please call Tracey on 087 9287129.
JACKPOTS: - in Streete Parish Park – jackpot (1) €20,000, jackpot (2) €9,000, lotto jackpot, €15,000. Bingo every Monday night at 8.30p.m. Lotto during bingo every second Monday night.
OFFICE HOURS: - our office is upstairs and will be attended by Mary & Anne Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 10a.m. – 2p.m. with reasonably priced secretarial services. Please phone during these times on 043 6685926.
CHRISTENING: - congratulations to our Parish Park Chairman, Declan Carthy and his wife, Tracey whose baby girl, Fiadh was christened in St. Mary’s Church, Boherquill on Saturday last with refreshments afterwards in the Parish Park Centre. We wish Declan, Tracey and Fiadh a long and healthy life ahead.
STREETE WILDLIFE CLUB; - The following are the results from our ever popular winter league.
High gun winner Ronan Quinn Moydow, Runner-up Malcolm Graham Monaghan, Class AA winner Shane Kelly Moydow, Runner-up Dinko Berta Streete, Class A winner Richard O'Rawe Cavan, Runner-up James Flynn Streete, Class B winner Jerry Smith Cavan, Runner-up Kelsey O'Rawe Cavan, Class C winner Frank Lyons Legan, Runner up Connor Gillhooley, class X for those that didn't get the five scores in to qualify for the grand final winner Shane Getting’s Streete, Runner-up Barney Kenny Cashel,
Ladies section winner Kelsey O'Rawe Cavan, Junior section winner James Flynn, Streete, Ball trap winner Malcolm Graham Monaghan, runner-up Richard O'Rawe Cavan, most improved shooter of the league Frankie Carrigy Balinalee. The club would like to express a special word of thanks to the following, Ray Dolan Mullingar, Pat Grimes Rathowen for his camera work on the final night, Peggy Denning and Mary Mulligan for the wonderful supply of buns and scones each Thursday night, O'Brien's centre Mullingar, Quinn’s Supply stores Edgeworthstown for their valued support and sponsorship from 2016, to all members of Streete wildlife club for turning out each Thursday night to referee etc. To our main sponsor Ronan Quinn of Derrymore Peat Moydow Longford.
Streete wildlife club would like to wish all our customers and friends a very happy and prosperous New Year. See you all for more of the same in February 2019.
BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS; - The mild weather continued over the Christmas period for the Ramblers walks in Mullaghmeen Forest on St. Stephen's Day 2018 and Kilbixy forest on 30 December so the members had a chance to walk off the excesses of the season.
On Sunday 13 January 2019 there will be a walk in aid of St Christopher’s Services for people with intellectual difficulties starting at 2pm sharp, please, at Streete Parish Park. There will be refreshments and a raffle after the walk.
The Boherquill Ramblers 2019 AGM will be held on Sunday 3 February at Streete Parish Park. Details will be given in future notes.
All Ramblers and their families are wished a Happy New Year and Good Health in 2019.
New members are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411.
See boherquillramblers.ie
CHRISTMAS TREES: - were on sale in Streete village with monies being donated towards the upkeep of St. James’s Church of Ireland. Sincere thanks to the butler families and all who supported the purchase of trees.
CAROL SERVICES: - took place in Streete Parish including Boherquill during the festive season. Thanks to all for their support.
STORM DAMAGE: - The extremely heavy rain and wind before Christmas caused severe damage to the crib, tree etc. outside Streete Parish Park. We thank Parish Park Chairman, Declan and, Caretaker, Gerry O’Neill who rectified the damage and repaired it in time for Christmas.
St. Fintan's Parents Association: - would like to give a big thank you to Mr. John Feerick and the staff at Feerick's. Thanks to their generosity and
hard work our family bingo was a smashing success. Seasons Greetings and Happy New year to you
all from St. Fintan's Parents Association.
BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - The Ramblers had a chance to try out the renovated walking track at Streete
Parish Park when they based their walk there on Sunday 16 December 2018.
The spring-like weather encouraged them to test the track after their loop
walk past the ruins of Nugent's Castle near Coolamber, and their afternoon
ended with tea and a selection of buns and biscuits in the Parish Park
thanks to Club President Brian Nerney.
The Ramblers will meet at 11am in Mullaghmeen Forest for their traditional
St. Stephen's Day walk. Cars will leave Boherquill at 10.30am and pause at
the Town and Country pub in Castlepollard at 10.40am before moving on to
Mullaghmeen.
On Sunday 30 December the Ramblers will walk in Kilbixy. Cars will leave
Boherquill at 1.30pm and meet at Kilbixy at 2pm for a 6 km road and forest
trails walk.
All Ramblers and their families are wished a Happy and Healthy Christmas
break and a Happy New Year.
New members are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or
Nini at 086 8754411.
See boherquillramblers.ie
THANKS: - the writer wishes to thank all in many ways in the preparations for the Festive Season and also all those who supported our Lotto and bingo, especially those who volunteer and help out on Monday nights. We trust your valued support will continue during 2019. I, also on behalf of the Chairman and committee thank the staff of Streete Parish Park and welcome Marie Keary as a staff member who was recently appointed and Marian Denning who continue to be part of the bingo/lotto team.
GREETINGS: - from myself for your notes each week. Please keep matters of interest coming for inclusion in these notes by email to streetesportscomplex@eircom.net , by phone to Brian at 086 2596656 or to Parish Park office, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday.
APPRECIATION NIGHT: - just a reminder that on Saturday night, 22nd December Jim Phelan is hosting a customer appreciation night including finger food, raffle and music. Please pass on the word as all are welcome and a great opportunity to start the pre-Christmas atmosphere and means that Streete village and Fiddlers Green is the place to start the Festive Season celebrations.
BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - The Ramblers met in the Annebrook House Hotel in Mullingar for their 2018 Christmas Dinner on Sunday 9 December. Before the meal Declan Leonard led a loop walk out across the Joe Dolan Bridge and back to the Hotel along the Royal Canal towpath. The venue was the same as last year and the dinner and service were up to the same high standard so thank you to all the friendly staff at the Hotel.
There will be no walk on Sunday 23 December 2018 as usual on the last Sunday before Christmas, but the Ramblers will meet at 11am in Mullaghmeen Forest for their traditional St. Stephen's Day walk.
New members are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411.
See boherquillramblers.ie
STREETE BOWLS: - The club is winding down for Christmas, having played the semi-finals of the Christmas Doubles competition. Phyllis Martin and Francis Butler got the better of Pat Purcell and Liam Connaughton. In the other semi-final Catherine Costello and Seamus Moran proved too strong for Mick McLoughlin and Jimmy Leavy. The final will be played next week. We would like to wish all bowlers and their families a very happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year. Looking forward to another enjoyable year of bowling.
NON SHED CHRISTMAS TREES: - for sale costing €50 each at Roy & Linda Butlers home in Streete. Proceeds from the sale of these trees goes towards the upkeep of St. James Church of Ireland, Streete village. For any further information or to order a tree please contact Linda, Roy or Fred Butler 087 1911392
ST COLUMBAS: - I have no doubt by the time you read this the one word Mullinalaghta will cover the wonderful story that St. Columba’s G.A.A. club created history when they had a well-deserved win and they became the first club form Longford to advance to the Leinster Senior Club Football Final. We in this parish congratulate them and wish them continued success which they deserve after beating Dublin’s Kilmacud Crokes. They were rightly proud to be included in Ryan Tubridy’s, Late Late Show last Friday night. With all the articles written as well as TG4 coverage we will leave you to read the reports of your choice and we say well done to all who supported them so far. No doubt their following will increase with every outing. We thank Columba’s for a wonderful game and helping to bring Rural Ireland alive and proud.
STREETE SOCIAL DANCING: - Our next Social Dance in Streete Parish Park is on Friday, 21st December. This is a great opportunity to meet up with family and friends prior to Christmas. Free Christmas Raffle for valuable prizes and refreshments on the night. Come along for a good night’s entertainment. We wish a very happy Christmas to all our readers.
SOCIAL DANCING CLASSES: - every Sunday night in Streete Parish Park 8p.m.-9.30p.m. Learn to dance in a Fun and Friendly atmosphere with James & Bernie. Beginners welcome. Call 086 2003739
SANTA’S POST BOX; Santa’s magic post box is beside the crib at Streete Parish Park and we ask all parents and children to post your letters to Santa as soon as possible. Santa has assured that he will answer all letters, so remember post in time!
STREETE PARISH PARK LOTTO: - results of Lotto 3rd December are as follows. Numbers drawn in last week’s lotto draw were 9, 18, 20 30. Winners were Paul Nolan c/o C&D Pet foods, Megan Tighe and Ann Marie & Michelle Dolan, Lisryan. Result and winners of the draw on last Monday night, December, 17th with the jackpot of €15,000 will appear in these notes next week. Thank you for your continued support of our Lotto.
STREETE WILDLIFE CLUB: - All roads lead to Streete shooting grounds this Thursday night for the final of our winter league. Each shooter is now in their respective class, to qualify for the final you must have five scores recorded. The Quinn's Supply stores cup goes to the top shooter of the league, with each class having a good cash prize. There will also be plenty of spot prizes on each stand. So a good nights shooting is guaranteed. Best of luck to each shooter. The club would like to again thank our main sponsor Ronan Quinn of Derrymore Peat, Quinn's Supply stores Edgeworthstown and to all members who donated spot prizes. At this time the club would like to wish all shooters and friends a very happy and safe Christmas and we will see you all for more of the same in our spring league in a few weeks’ time.
HAPPY CHRISTMAS: - and a peaceful holiday to all readers of these Streete & District Notes. Please keep up to date with these notes each week.
BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - The Ramblers met in heavy rain at Ballinea Bridge on the Royal Canal just outside Mullingar for their walk on Sunday 2 December 2018. The rain soon stopped however as the group walked the towpath to Coolnahay and back. Along the way a family of swans with four youngsters not yet in all-over adult white plumage were too busy feeding to pay much attention to the people on the bank.
On Sunday 16 December the Ramblers will meet at 2pm at Streete Parish Park for a loop walk on roads in the area.
Please note there will be no walk on Sunday 23 December 2018 but the Ramblers will meet at 11am in Mullaghmeen Forest for their traditional St. Stephen's Day walk.
New members are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411.
See boherquillramblers.ie
SCHOOL: - Please note the following which I received from St. Fintan’s National School, Lismacaffrey notifying us that this year’s, and I quote “fundraiser is a family Bingo Night on 14th December at 7p.m. in Feericks Hotel, Rathowen & Santa will visit and the Christmas Draw will also take place Your continued support is greatly appreciated. This bingo is different and is suitable for young people. All welcome “
BROADBAND: - The writer regrets that some people had difficulty in making contact recently which was due to outside phone line. Thanks to eircom this has been rectified and phone and emails are working again. Emails can be sent to brian.nerney@gmail.com or to Anne at streetesportscomplex@eircom.net. I regret any inconvenience caused.
ANNUAL CAROL SERVICE: - takes place in St. James’s Church, Streete on Sunday, 16th December at 4.00p.m. Everybody welcome.
NON SHED CHRISTMAS TREES; - for sale costing €50. All proceeds from the sale of these trees goes towards the upkeep of St. James’s Church. For any further information please contact Fred on 087 1911392.
TRAD NIGHT; - this is a reminder that Jim Phelan is hosting a Trad night on this Thursday night, 13th December in his Fiddlers Green pub in Streete Village with international group “Broken Pokers” direct from Australia on their Irish Tour and on Saturday, 22nd December Jim is hosting a customer appreciation night including finger food, raffle and music. Please pass on the word as all are welcome and a great opportunity to start the pre-Christmas atmosphere and means that Streete village and Fiddlers Green is the place to start the Festive Season celebrations.
STREETE PARISH PARK LOTTO: - results of Lotto 3rd December are as follows. Numbers drawn in last week’s lotto draw were 9,18,20 30. Winners were Paul Nolan c/o C&D Petfoods, Megan Tighe and Ann Marie & Michelle Dolan, Lisryan. Next lotto draw will be held on December, 17th with the jackpot at €15,000. Thank you for your continued support of our Lotto.
PLAY: - thanks to all who supported Seamus O’Rourke’s play “And Thank You” in Streete Parish Park Centre on Saturday, 1st December, written and performed by the author and it was a great success. Monies from this event go towards necessary repairs to the parochial House in Boherquill. The raffle was looked after by Fr. Nigel and members of the pastoral Council who thanked all present for their attendance and support. Tea and cakes were organised by the pastoral Council and an enjoyable night was had by all.
SANTA’S POST BOX; Santa’s magic post box has arrived at the Parish Park and we are very honoured to have been selected by Santa Claus this year again, as the drop off point for all the little boys and girls Santa letters.
Santa has assured us if you post your letter early in his special magic post box at the Parish Park, remembering to put your name and address on the letter, he will do his best to answer your letter personally and no child will be left out, so please get your letters posted A.S.A.P. We wish all children and parents a very happy Christmas. If you have any unwanted decorations that would help to make our Community Centre look nice for Christmas or you want to make a donation please call Declan 086 8123514, James 086 3125876 or Kevin 087 1375222 or drop into the girls in the office Tues to Thursday 10 till 2 pm.
STREETE SOCIAL DANCING: - Our next Social Dance in Streete Parish Park is on Friday, 21st December. This is a great opportunity to meet up with family and friends prior to Christmas. Free raffle and refreshments on the night. Come along for a good night’s entertainment. We wish a very happy Christmas to all our readers.
SOCIAL DANCING CLASSES: - every Sunday night in Streete Parish Park 8p.m.-9.30p.m. Learn to dance in a Fun and Friendly atmosphere with James & Bernie. Beginners welcome. Call 086 2003739
ST FINTAN'S CEMETERY BOHERQUILL: - The committee has now erected a plate with the name of the cemetery on it at the entrance gate of the cemetery. This work was done free of any charge by Patrick Gogan of Gogan's Funeral Directors Edgeworthstown, and we thank him for his generosity.
ANNUAL CAROL SERVICE: - takes place in St. James’s Church, Streete on Sunday, 16th December at 4.00p.m. Everybody welcome.
NON SHED CHRISTMAS TREES; - for sale costing €50. All proceeds from the sale of these trees goes towards the upkeep of St. James’s Church. For any further information please contact Fred on 087 1911392.
TRAD NIGHT; - the big news this week is that Jim Phelan is hosting a Trad night on Thursday, 13th December in his Fiddlers Green pub in Streete Village with international group “Broken Pokers” direct from Australia on their Irish Tour and on Saturday, 22nd December Jim is hosting a customer appreciation night including finger food, raffle and music. Please pass on the word as all are welcome and hopefully it will start the Christmas atmosphere and be two most enjoyable and different entertainment nights.
PLAY: - thanks to all who supported Seamus O’Rourke’s play “And Thank You” in Streete Parish Park Centre last Saturday night written and performed by the author and it was a great success. Monies from this event go towards necessary repairs to the parochial House in Boherquill.
BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - A 10km loop walk based on Kenagh provided the Ramblers with a first-class afternoon's exercise on Sunday 25 November 2018. Pat O'Rourke led the way, taking in the Lime Walk which is a well-known walking route, and a section of the Royal Canal. At one point a field full of turkeys and geese was a reminder of the approaching festive season. Thank you to Pat for leading the walk and to Bee O'Rourke for the delicious fruit cake at the end of the walk.
The Ramblers 2018 Christmas Dinner will be held on Sunday 9 December at the Annebrook House Hotel in Mullingar. There will be a walk at 2pm starting at the hotel and the meal will begin at 4.30pm. Places are €30 each and donations of gifts up to the value of €10 are invited for the raffle.
New members are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411
See boherquillramblers.ie
SANTA’S POST BOX; Streete Parish Park Committee are delighted to take delivery of Santa’s magic post box this week. We are very honoured to have been selected by Santa Claus this year again, as the drop off point for all the little boys and girls Santa letters.
Santa has assured us if you post your letter early in his special magic post box at the Parish Park, remembering to put your name and address on the letter, he will do his best to answer your letter personally and no child will be left out. Santa has already sent some of his helper elves from the North Pole to Streete Parish Park to help in putting up the Christmas tree and Nativity crib. This is a special time of year for all ages.
If you have any unwanted decorations that would help to make our community centre look nice for Christmas or you want to make a donation please call Declan 086 8123514, James 086 3125876 or Kevin 087 1375222 or drop into the girls in the office Tues to Thursday 10 till 2 pm.
Table Quiz Cancelled: Due to so many events taking place coming up to the Christmas period and in the interest of fairness to schools, clubs and party goers who would like to take part in the quiz, we have decided to postpone the quiz until the New Year. We apologise if you were looking forward to the night, but watch this space for a new date coming soon!
COOLAMBER ICA: -The last meeting of Coolamber ICA Guild for 2018 will take place in Streete Parish Park on Wednesday 5th December at 8.00p.m. Prior to this meeting the ICA Lotto will be held for a jackpot of €5950. Together with Granard ICA Guild we have hosted the Lotto for the past few months. The arrangements for our Christmas outing will be finalised on the night and planning for future meetings will also take place. As ever new members are very welcome to come along and join us. Our next meeting will be in February so I would like to take this opportunity to wish all members and their families a Very Happy Christmas and a Prosperous New Year
STREETE SOCIAL DANCING: - Our next Social Dance in Streete Parish Park is on Friday, 21st December with music by Jimmy Hynes & the Crusaders. Free raffle and refreshments on the night. Come along for a good night’s entertainment
SOCIAL DANCING CLASSES: - every Sunday night in Streete Parish Park 8p.m.-9.30p.m. Learn to dance in a Fun and Friendly atmosphere with James & Bernie. Beginners welcome. Call 086 2003739
PLAY: - we are very happy to announce that on Saturday, 1st December at 8.30p.m. in Streete Parish Park Centre, Seamus O’Rourke well known playwright will perform his production of “And thank You” which was written and will be performed by the author, himself with proceeds in aid of necessary works to the Parochial House in Boherquill. We are hoping for support, so please pass on the word to your family and friends. Some will remember other plays of his including the “Gospel according to O’Rourke” as well as “Your prayers have been answered”. Many will have seen Seamus on T.V. or heard him on Radio, so now is the chance to enjoy this live production in Streete Parish Park at 8.30p.m. on Saturday, 1st December. This could be the first of many productions depending on support. This will be another way for you and friends to get together before Christmas.
STREETE WILDLIFE CLUB: - Winter league continues each Thursday night. To qualify you must have five scores recorded and you will be classed on your best four. All shooters welcome.
TEXT ALERT; - As mentioned in these notes last week it is in your interest and very important to support the new Community Alert committee who are a great benefit in helping with the safeguarding of our Community and the prevention of crime in the district. If you missed out and wish to join up for the text alert registration and missed the members who call with Registration Forms please return the forms to the letterbox in Streete Parish Park complete with the fee of €10 to cover costs for the facility. Should you have any problem please contact 08 7 9680739 or 087 1375222 A.S.A.P.
STREETE BOWLS CLUB: - The Streete Bowls Club concluded the doubles competition on Tuesday night at the Sports Complex. Eamon Carty and Mel Dunleavy played Francis Butler and Mick Turner in the semi-finals. Francis and Mick came out on top in a nail biting game. The other semi-final was just as exciting.Catherine Costello and Martin Gaynor pipped Gerry McCaffrey and Thomas Sullivan at the winning post. The final was a bit one-sided. Francis and Mick raced into an early lead and went on to become worthy winners.Well done lads and thanks to all players who took part. Streete club,in association with Longford/Westmeath Bowls are hosting the counties doubles competition for the twelfth consecutive year on Sunday 2th. December. This competition decides the top singles player in both counties. Aaron O'Brien from Tyrrellspass is the current holder of this title. We are expecting at least fifty competitors this year and needless to say we are hoping for a Streete winner.
BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - The 3.5 km-long Lough Owel feeder canal supplies water from the Lough to the Royal Canal in Mullingar and also provides an attractive out and back walking route which the Ramblers followed on Sunday 18 November 2018. On the way the group passed Cullion Fish Farm where a heron and several seagulls were on the lookout for food in the ponds. Thank you to Declan Leonard for leading the walk.
The Ramblers will meet in Ballinea on Sunday 2 December 2018 for a walk along the Royal Canal towpath from Ballinea to Coolnahay and back. Cars will leave Boherquill at 1.30pm and meet at 2pm at Ballinea Bridge, 4 km west of Mullingar on the Athlone road.
This year’s Christmas Dinner is being planned for Sunday 9 December at the Annebrook House Hotel in Mullingar. There will be a walk at 2pm starting at the hotel and the meal will begin at 4.30pm. Places are €30 each and donations of gifts up to the value of €10 are invited for the raffle.
New members are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411
See boherquillramblers.ie
NOTES: - If you wish to have something included in these notes any week you are welcome, but for inclusion must be with Brian by Friday night each week, by text to 086 2596656, by landline 043 6685116 or by email to brian.nerney@gmail.com.
