Local Note Update 26 August 2023

Author: Kevin Brady
Published:  Saturday, August, 26, 2023
Streete & District Notes

Streete Notes 26th August 2023
Christmas Market: A new and exciting Christmas market is coming to Streete Parish Park on Sunday, November 26th The market will feature all that is good and great about Artisans and Crafters in our wider local area. We are amazed at all the local talent out there and want to share what we find with you and support these imaginative and crafty people! If you are interested in taking a stall to sell your home-baked creations or homemade gifts then please send us your name and number with a brief description to handmadechristmas2023@gmail.com and we will get back to you ASAP. Please book early as spaces are limited. We ask you to tell a friend and spread the great news.
SOCIAL DANCING: A fantastic turnout last Friday night at our social dance to the delightful sound of Liam Mannering and Maria, The duo are well-known as top entertainers on the dance scene and we look forward to having them back again in the future. The next Dance is this Friday 29th September, with the legend of social dance, Shobud with lead singer Robert Brown, The group hails from Big Tom Country, Castleblaney are a long-established band that play 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
RUN/WALK: The annual 5k Run/Walk which hasn't taken place for a few years due to Covid is back and takes place starting at Streete Parish Park at 7 p.m. on Friday, 8th September, registration at 6 p.m. We ask parents and family members to spread the great news. If you would like to make a donation or give a prize for the raffle it will be greatly appreciated. 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
Vintage magazine: It's hard to believe but Streete Vintage show is almost 21 years old. From humble beginnings, our show has gone from strength to strength over the years. We are hoping to celebrate this marvellous achievement with a special 21st collectors magazine with photos and stories from over these fantastic years. If you would like to contribute or mention a supporter who is no longer with us on our memory wall, please let us know. Help is required in collecting the stories and photos and I call on your support to do this. Please contact me as it takes time to put it all together. We are also inviting sponsors to come forward early. The vintage committee appreciate your help and support in this momentous publication. Call Kevin at 087 1375222 or any committee member if you would like to help. Thank you in advance.
Thank You: Mel Newman, Coolnagun and his son Simon and extended family would like to thank Fr Pierre and everyone who offered their condolences and support at the sad passing of Mels, wife Jackie recently. Jackie's ashes were laid to rest in a family plot in Coolamber cemetery on Saturday last. Your intentions will be remembered at mass on Saturday coming.
Cnoc Mhuire secondary school, Granard: will reopen on Friday, 9 am- 1.15 pm Monday, Aug 28th to First and Fifth years 9 am-4 pm. Tuesday, Aug 29th First, Fifth & Sixth years 9 am-4 pm Wednesday, Aug 30th First, Second, Third, Fifth & Sixth years 9 am-4 pm. Mon Sept 5th- TY's return.
St. Fintan's N.S. Lismacaffrey: Are now Enrolling for the school year 2023 – 2024. New pupil Enrolment Forms are available call 043 6685233 for more info or Email: stfintansnslismacaffrey@gmail.com
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 14th August 2023 Numbers Drawn 5, 12, 24, 29 No Jackpot Winners Four Lucky Dip Winners of €25 each. Fiona Sheridan, Coolamber (Online) Conor Flood, Legan c/o Lily. Robert Maguire, Ballynacargy c/o Bingo and Margaret Tighe, Kilmore. The next Draw will take place on Monday 28th August 2023 Jackpot will be €5750 Thanks for your continued support.
Boherquill Ramblers: On Sunday 03 September 2023 the Ramblers will return after their August break with a walk-in Derrycassin, Woods beside Lough Gowna. 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 22nd 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 Michael Gorman Lismacaffrey and his wife Maggie whose Months Mind and Anniversary mass was last Monday. Anniversary mass this coming Saturday night for the souls of Joe and Masie Newman, Coolnagun DFM Oliver, Loretta and Jackie For Mass bookings or any other enquiries. 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 pm. 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.

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