Streete Notes 29th January 2024
Childminder: A couple in the Kilmore, Lismacaffrey area are looking for a childminder 2 to 3 days a week. If at all possible, this will include, pick up and drop off at Local primary school., If interested or know anyone that might be please contact us on 0838002150. Thanks.
Deepest Sympathies: On behalf of the Committee of Streete Parish Park and Vintage Club, we kindly pass on our sincere condolences to Oliver Moore’s family Ballinalack. We are all saddened at hearing the news of Oliver's untimely passing. We will remember him fondly as a gentleman and for his kind contributions of support over the years to our vintage show. Our thoughts are with his family at this darkest hour. May his gentle soul rest in heavenly peace.
Play: Ballinalee Players present “The Maiden Aunt” by Jimmy Keary, on Friday 26th, Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th January 2024 in The Thomas Ashe Hall, Ballinalee. Show begins at 8pm on Friday and Saturday, with doors opening at 7:30pm. Show begins at 7pm on Sunday night with doors opening at 6:30pm. TICKETS SELLING FAST - book your tickets now to avoid disappointment on Eventbrite (Ballinalee Players) or by contacting Miream Reynolds on 0861693563. Laughter absolutely guaranteed! Follow on Facebook “Ballinalee Players” for more information.
Social dance: This Friday we have the Band that makes you want to dance. Footsteps are a two-piece band, all the way from North Monaghan, Ardel McArdel and Brendan Roedy have played alongside the greats of Castleblaney like Big Tom McBride and showband star Paddy Cole among others. So, tell all your friends and remember Next dance Friday, January 26th Dancers are encouraged 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
Streete Watch Community Alert Group: have secured a number of Carbon monoxide and smoke alarms for senior members of our community. Please contact us if you or someone you know may need one. Paula 087 9680739 or Kevin 087 1375222 Remember, Carbon monoxide poisoning is a silent killer and occur more often during the winter, when people are more likely to use gas heaters, and solid fuel fires. Smoke alarms save lives by alerting people of a possible fire early. If either Alarms go off, you should immediately leave your home and call 999
St. Brigid’s Cross: This famous cross is strongly associated with St. Brigid in Irish folk culture. Making the crosses from fresh rushes and other materials such as straw, was a widely practiced tradition throughout many parts of Ireland for centuries. The crosses were hung up in houses and often in stables to honor the saint and gain her protection. The crosses were believed to have great powers of protection against fire, storm and lightning and against illness and infectious diseases. It was also believed that evil spirits could not enter the house where it hung near the door. Fr Pierre invites you to come along to Boherquill Church on Monday 29th at 7.30 Pm to see how the cross is made. All you need is to bring some rushes with you and some small elastic bands. A great opportunity to take part in the age-old tradition and make your own cross in time for February 1st St Bridget’s day.
Walk: The New Year Family 5k Fun Walk will be held at Streete Parish Park on Sunday the 28th of January in aid of Edgeworthstown Branch of St. Christopher’s. This very enjoyable and easy walk held for several years before Covid will make a welcome return. We are delighted to have our great supporters Boherquill Ramblers join us on the day. The family walk will leave Streete Parish Park at 2pm sharp. Refreshments will be available on return in Streete Parish Park. There is no entry fee, but voluntary donations would be gratefully received. Please spread the word and come out and support this great cause. A raffle will be held on the day and any donations of raffle prizes will be appreciated. For more information on this, contact Eamon Carty on 087 7574622, Declan on 086 8123514 or Kevin on 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 Draw Monday 15th January 2024 Numbers Drawn: 4, 7, 19, 22 No Jackpot Winner. Lucky Dip Winners Annette Finn Edgeworthstown. (Online) Felim Kiernan, Lisryan. Kay Lynch, Cappagh. And Carol Ledwith Multy. Next Draw on Monday 29th January. Thank you for your continues support.
Boherquill Ramblers: The Ramblers met at Bellview in Mullingar on Sunday 14 January 2024 for a walk along the feeder waterway out to Lough Owel and back again. Lots of swans had moved into the sheltered stretch of water for the winter and last year’s cygnets had gathered together, maybe getting ready to move on, away from their parents. There was bright sunshine out at Lough Owel but the cold wind didn’t encourage standing to enjoy the view for too long.
On Sunday 28 January 2024 the Ramblers will meet at 2pm at Streete Parish Park to join a walk to raise funds for St Christopher’s Services for the Intellectually Disabled, a very deserving cause. There will be refreshments and a raffle after the walk. Please take note of this later than usual starting time. The Ramblers 2024 AGM will be held 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.
Church Notes St Mary’s, Streete/Rathowen: Masses and Adoration this week: Mass Times: This Coming Sunday is the 4th 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 9.30 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: Please remember in your prayers the soul of Paddy Reilly, Coolamber and Dublin, whose Months Mind Mass was last week. This coming Saturday, Anniversary Mass for the souls of Pat and Maura Moore. Mass bookings for 2024 are now being taken Please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542
Dates to Remember: 1st of February St Bridget’s Day. 2nd of February Candlemass Day. 3rd of February the feast of St Blaise. 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 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.