Streete Notes 24 December
Deepest sympathies: are extended to Eileen Reilly, Coolamber on the sad passing of her husband Petie Reilly. Petie passed away peacefully in the presence of his loving wife Eileen, sister Rita Rowley and nieces Gráinne and Donna. Predeceased by his mother Roseann, Joan. His father Robert, brothers Jimmy and John, and sisters Bridie, Mary Jane and Kathleen. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Eileen, sisters Rita and Peggy. USA, nieces, extended family and a wide circle of neighbours and friends. May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace.
Deepest sympathies: The Committee and staff of Streete Parish Park would like to express our heartfelt sympathies to Gerry Gilchrist and his family on the sad passing of his mother Rosie. This expression is also extended to Gerry O’Neill and his Family. Rosie passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family by her side. Predeceased by her husband Jack and daughters Rosemary and Theresa. Rosie will be sadly missed by her sons Gerard and Joe and daughter Martina, sister Nanny Lyons, grand-daughter Melissa, grandsons Cian and Oisín, daughters-in-law Dearbhla and Geraldine, nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Well Done: to all who took part in the Winter Shearing charity fundraiser recently held in the crossroads inn Lisryan. The night was a great success with over 20 local lads volunteering to grow beards and have their heads shaved on the night. The fundraiser in aid of The Mater Foundation raised much-needed funds which will go directly to providing services and equipment for patients in need of advanced surgery or care that otherwise would not exist. The event was organised by Eamonn Campbell, who would like to thank everyone who came out to support and give so generously on the night. Eamonn would like to invite you to attend the cheque presentation to Angi McNulty from the Mater Association, in the crossroads inn next Friday night 6th. Music on the night by Allana Maher, please come out and support.
Fairy light tractor run: This year again the fairy light tractor run was a phenomenal success and brought huge excitement to the parish park, on Wednesday evening last, as the first of many tractors started to appear and the evening darkened, almost 70 tractors decked out in Christmas fairy lights rolled out on their 20 Km journey around the local area adding great cheer to the festive spirit. The event raised almost €2000. Eamon Carthy chairman of St Christopher’s Edgeworthstown branch has asked me to convey their grateful thanks to absolutely everybody who took part and supported the event. The Christmas fairy light tractor run was organised by the parish park committee, who would also like to express our gratitude to all of the volunteers who helped out and ensured the event was a success, The important aspect of these events is that we as a community support very worthy local organisations. The funds raised will give much-needed support to the local branch of St. Christopher’s which provides individual care to people with special needs to reach their full potential. The feedback from the drivers was great and we’re already looking forward to getting back on the road again for the fairy light run 2023,” Thanks to all involved.
SOCIAL DANCE: Come out and enjoy a great night of Social Dancing in Streete Parish Park on Friday, the 30th with music by the ever popular, Matt Leavy, with the usual complimentary supper and a free raffle. Meet many new faces, and make new friends while enjoying the night. Dancing from 9.30 p.m.-11.30 with admission €10.
Carpark Stewarts and helpers Needed: The parish Park committee ask if anyone can please help out on Wednesday, December 28th from 5 pm for the fairy light tractor run. We are grateful for your help and support at these special events.
Bingo will be back on Monday 9th of January 2023 at the usual time 8.30. The committee would like to thank all our loyal bingo supporters both online and in the hall for making a huge effort to support us throughout the year. We especially thank our Parish Park Staff, and volunteers who make the hall feel comfortable for everyone to enjoy. We will be back in the new year with new money and great prizes for you to win. If you have any queries or would like to discuss our Bingo, prize money or Jackpots we are always willing to chat and find new ways to improve the wonderful game. Please call James 086 3125876 Stephen 087 6449500 or Kevin 087 1375222
LOTTO & BINGO: We ask that you support our Lotto envelopes and our bingo. If you can sell a few envelopes to family and friends, not alone, are you supporting our community centre, but you are also in with a chance to win almost €5000 in our fortnightly draw. Why not take a chance and buy an annual Lotto envelope as a new year's present for someone. Show them how much you care, annual lotto envelopes are only €50 and entered into the main draw with a chance to also win in our lucky dip draw for €25 fortnightly. Please return to the letterbox in the Centre door. It is locked and safe. Results every 2 weeks.
Writers message. Bon voyage: It was great to see so many of our friends and family home for Christmas and the New Year in the parish, especially those who could not make it home over the past few difficult years and those who have travelled from long distances around the world. We hope everyone enjoyed their stay and we wish you a safe trip on your return. We hope you can make it back again soon. We wish each and every one a very happy and prosperous New Year and we look forward to seeing you all in good health in 2023.
Autojumble: Our good friends from Lakeland vintage club are holding their autojumble and collectors fair on Sunday 8th January in Carrickedmond Hall, Eir code N39 TO46,
Community Alert: Gardaí ask you to be highly vigilant at this present time of year and keep an eye out for any suspicious vehicles around the area. Please be aware and think about safety first. Please save these numbers to your phone. Garda; Castlepollard 044 9661112 Mullingar 044 938 4000 or Granard 043 668 7660 Garda Patrol car 086 8582974
REMINDER: Streete Vintage Club MEMBERSHIP NOW DUE: It’s that time of year again and although 2022 was not a year for vintage shows or road runs, we can only hope next year will prove a better year all-round. Your membership is vital to the club and we encourage all with an interest in classic cars, bikes, machinery or even memorabilia to sign up and be part of an expanding, forward-looking and ever-developing club. You don’t have to own a vehicle to be a member we welcome people or families who just want to support our club. Membership for the year is only €30 you can also add on your partner for an extra €20 for this you will receive a member’s badge and an annual full-colour Vintage News magazine through the post with lots of interesting features of events throughout the year and a handy event diary to keep you in touch with upcoming shows and events. Your membership number will also give you huge discounts on vintage insurance through the Irish Vintage Society on classic cars, bikes, and machinery along with members’ liability insurance. Streete Vintage show will run on Sunday 25th of June, so keep the date in your diary. New members are always welcome on board Call 087 1375222 or drop your name and address with the membership fee through the parish park letterbox and I’ll take it from there.
Walking Track Membership: It's that time of year again. The 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 in January. New member application forms can be found in the entrance hall of the Parish Park or by calling into the office upstairs Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday or Friday from 10 am until 1.30 pm. Single membership is €20, and a family is €30. We also remind you this would make a great Christmas present to someone. Gift vouchers are available from the office. please ask any of the Committee or call Kevin 087 1375222. All cheques made payable to Streete Parish Park.
Lotto: Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw Monday 19th December. Numbers Drawn 4, 6, 27, 28 No Jackpot Winners. Lucky Dip Winners, Cecelia Plunkett, Mayo Online Tina Cummins, Dublin Online Tommy O' Malley, Newtownforbes Eddie Blacoe, Ringtown Concepta & Mairéad Bingo and Philomena McHugh, Abbeylara. On behalf of all at Streete Parish Park, we would like to wish you all a very Happy happy and prosperous new year, see you all in 2023.
Badminton: I would like to thank all who responded with interest in Badminton I will fix a date for a meeting in the first few weeks of January. Call 087 1375222NOTES: 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.