Streete Notes 2nd September 2023
Deepest sympathies: Are expressed to the Devaney Family Ballaghgowla, Coolamber, on the sad passing of Pat Devaney. Pat passed away peacefully, at home surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his parents Tom and Annie, infant son Martin and infant sister Margaret. Pat will be sadly missed and forever remembered by his heartbroken family, his wife Mary, son Padraig, daughters Deirdre and Niamh, brother Owen, sisters Bella, Ann, Marie, Claire, Nuala and Susan, son-in-law Darren, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, neighbours and his many dear friends. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
RUN/WALK Change of Date: Due to road safety concerns with the evenings closing into darkness earlier, we have decided to move the date and event to a family fun walk on Sunday, September 24th starting at 2 p.m. Please note the 5k Competitors Run will move to a new date, yet to be decided. We would like to see more families enjoying and supporting this event. We ask parents and family members to come out and support this local walk with all proceeds going to our community centre. Please remember that Streete Parish Park Complex and facilities are run by a voluntary committee that needs support so please give this a thought. For more information contact Declan at 086 8123514 or Kevin at 087 1375222
Gardai, Scam Alert: Gardai would like to remind people that they will never call in plain clothes to your home to check items of property or bank notes. Should you be approached by any caller proclaiming to be a member of the Gardai ask for ID and confirm with Granard at 043 6687660 or Mullingar at 044 9384000 or 999 and please remember to report any suspicious activity.
Christmas Market: The organising committee are delighted to let everyone know that the upcoming Christmas indoor market is fully booked with an amazing array of stalls and handmade crafts. The money collected will be used to purchase Christmas decorations for the hall and the remaining money will go towards the upkeep of the parish park. We are thrilled to have the opportunity to showcase local craftsman and artisan producers and to bring them all together under one big roof for the wider community to enjoy. We encourage everyone to come out and support us on November 26th from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. for what promises to be a great day out and the perfect place to meet up with neighbours and friends and do some early Christmas shopping, Don’t forget we will have some delicious food vendors on the day, so you can take the day off from cooking…oh and Santa will be in his Grotto that day waiting to see all the lovely children in this part of the world. We could go on and on but it’s probably better if you just come out and see for yourselves.
Fundraiser to support ‘cattle man: A special benefit night will take place on Saturday, September 30th, at The Piker’s Lodge Gowna, in support of well-known cattleman Declan Quinn from Granard, His daughter, Natasha Egan, has set up An iDonate fundraising page to raise €15,000. Declan who is well-known with all the farmers in the local area, suffered a life-changing brain haemorrhage last December which has left him unable to regain mobility, As a result, will be wheelchair dependent and require a high level of assistance. Natasha, asks for your support to raise funds to prepare Declan’s home for his needs and to help the family ensure he receives the equipment and care required for her dad to return home and continue his rehabilitation. So please support admission on the night is €20 Music by the Mad Ass Mules or go to the iDonate link to donate.
SOCIAL DANCING: A reminder, our next Dance is on Friday 29th September, with the legends of social dance, Shobud. The lead singer Robert Brown, hails from Big Tom Country, Castleblaney 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 til late
Badminton: Badminton will start back on Wednesday 20th of September at 8.30 pm in Streete Parish Park. New members, improvers and beginners of all ages are welcome to join. Please come along and tell a friend. all ages are welcome, Call Maeve at 086 3652445 or Kevin 087 1375222
The Battle of Ballinamuck 225th Anniversary Commemoration: Historic weekend from 7-10 September with many events including battle reenactment, historic walk/march, family activities, live music, remembrance mass, living history displays and much more. Visit www.battleofballinamuck.ie or follow us on social media @battleofballinmuck for regular updates. Further enquiries to Dawn (PRO) on 086-1028919.
Croagh Patrick Climb: Eamon Campbell along with Lisryan Community Tidy Towns is organising a fundraising Climb of the Reek on September 16th with part of the proceeds raised going to Alzheimer's Society. A bus will run on the day, for more info contact Eamon 087 1470280
PARISH PARK LOTTO: Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw Monday 28th August 2023 Numbers Drawn 2, 8, 16, 19 One Jackpot Winner Michael Cox, Legan, Co. Longford Massive congratulations to Michael and to the seller of the ticket, Lily Parker. Thanks for your continued support. Our Next Draw will take place on Monday 11th September 2023.
Boherquill Ramblers: On Sunday 10 September 2023 the Ramblers will walk in Ballinafid. Cars will meet at 2 p.m. in the new car park on the side road signed for Ballinafid Lake on the N4 opposite the Multyfarnham turn-off (The Covert). Boots are advised for this boardwalk and forest trail walk. The Ramblers are looking forward to their trip to the Connemara Coast Hotel in Galway from Monday 11 September to Thursday 14 September. If you would like to add a walk, new or old, to this year's Walks Calendar please contact Philip Epps. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.
Church Notes St Marys, Streete/Rathowen: Masses and Adoration this week: This coming Sunday is the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. Vigil Mass every Saturday in Boherquill at 8 P.m. Sunday in Rathowen at 10 am. Mass this week Tuesday, Boherquill 9.30 Am. Wednesday Rathowen 9.30 Am Thursday, Rathowen 9.30 Am, adoration 10 to 10.30 Friday, 8 pm with adoration 7 to 8 pm
Mass intentions: Please remember in your prayers the soul of Joe and Masie Newman, Coolnagun DFM Oliver, Loretta and Jackie whose Anniversary mass was last week. Anniversary mass this coming Friday 8th James & Ellen Campbell. Saturday night for the souls of Fiona, Hall, Helen and May Gaynor & DFM. For Mass bookings or any other inquiries. Please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542
Rosary continues: Rathowen, every Tuesday at 7 pm and Boherquill every Thursday at 7 Pm.
Men’s Prayer Group: Every Monday in the church in Boherquill at 8 p.m. New participants are always most welcome.
NOTES: If you would like to remind us of an upcoming event or would like to have something mentioned in the Streete and District notes, please email kbrady1964@gmail.com or call Kevin 087 1375222 before 5 pm Friday at the latest and remember folks if you don’t tell me I can’t tell them.