Club Notes
SPP Active Retirement Group
Midsummer Day Out.
Streete Active Retirement Group set off from the Parish Park on Tuesday morning last for our midsummer day out. With the weather promised good, light clothing and plenty of water and a bus full of happy people were the only ingredients we required to make this a memorable day away. Our first stop was Enniskillen Castle, where we were met by a long-time friend of mine, Nigel.
I had promised Nigel over the years that one day we would visit Enniskillen Castle. In fact, he reminded us that he has been working at the castle for the same length of time as he has been coming to our Vintage Show – all of 15 years! After our chat with Nigel, he handed us over to Frankie, our personal guide, for a grand tour of the castle and an introduction to the fascinating history of Enniskillen.
The museum tells the story of the town of Enniskillen and its two famous regiments: The Royal Enniskillen Fusiliers and the 5th Royal Enniskillen Dragoon Guards. The museum staff were so welcoming to us we felt like long lost friend, the displays in the old Castle and the Cavalry Stables made for some very interesting history. The lovely staff and friendly atmosphere make this a very worthwhile place to visit for day-trippers and history enthusiasts alike.
With time getting short and hunger setting in, Martina, the Castle Manager, recommended that we go to Dunnes Stores, where there would be enough seating to accommodate our group for an early lunch. The food was first class and very reasonably priced. With the hunger put to rest, we made our way to Omagh and the Ulster American Folk Park. The park was established in 1976 and tells the story of the Irish emigration to North America over two centuries.
It comprises more than 30 buildings, many of them original structures which were carefully moved and restored, representing locations across Ulster and North America. Visitors are taken on a journey through time from the Old World to the New World, including a full-size replica of an emigrant ship representing the Atlantic crossing. The park was originally developed around Mellon House, the birthplace of Thomas Mellon, founding father of the Mellon banking dynasty.
Throughout the site, our group experienced live demonstrations of traditional crafts and skills, including linen weaving, blacksmithing, candle-making and printing, along with bread making and tasting cooked on the open hearth. Our weary group, now well walked and full of history, boarded the bus for the return journey home to Streete.
We stopped along the way for a first-class, full-course dinner at the Meadow View in Cavan Town. What more can I say? A really enjoyable day out was had by all and our eggar beavers are looking forward to our next outing. I would like to thank everyone who came along, Raymond Carrigy for the use of his lovely new bus, and our committee for putting together another memorable day away.
Boherquill Ramblers
The Ramblers will now take their usual August break and will meet again on Sunday 6 September 2026.All members are wished a happy and healthy.
Coolamber ICA Guild
The Irish Countrywomen’s Association. The ICA ladies meet up on the first Tuesday of every month in Streete Parish Park at 7 PM, new members are always welcome to attend for more info call Sinead Butler on (087) 996 8138.
Community Notices
Local Honesty Box Cake Shed Opening
Remember Countryside Bakes honesty-box cake shed, on the new line road in Boherquill to Coole Road. N91 A3EX, honesty-box cake shed, delicious selection of homemade treats. The shed will open and stocked every Saturday and Sunday from 09:00 AM. Pop by to pick up some freshly baked goodies, support a local venture, and treat yourself to something sweet for the weekend!
GYM
For many Gym Members your membership is now due for renewal. To discuss this more or chat about Membership, please call Kevin on (087) 137 5222.
Medjugorje Group Pilgrimage 2026
14th-21st of October Knock to Mostar 7 nights includes flights transfers, accommodation. Breakfast & Dinner €865 pp sharing increase to €915 euros after 30th of Jan. 200 euros deposit required to avail of discount. Spiritual Directors; Fr. Pj Hughes & Fr. Jomon. Contact Jerry Nally (087) 430 9096 for further details.
St. Fintan's N.S. Lismacaffrey
Enrolling for 2026 Enrolment Forms for new pupils for the school year 2026/2027 are now available at the school. Tel: (043) 66 85233 Email: stfintansnslismacaffrey@gmail.com
Parish Park Community Centre Notes
New 50/50 Draw
Streete Parish Park Committee are delighted to announce our fifth Winner of our new 50/50 draw. Our winner from Streete who scooped €500 plus in our new guaranteed fundraising initiative which will run Biweekly to start off. You can buy as many draw tickets as you want.
You can also buy a draw ticket in the usual way at €5 for a draw number or €10 for three draw numbers. When the draw takes place, whatever amount of money is raised at the time of the draw, will be split 50/50 between the winner and Streete Parish Park. This system gives you have a much better chance of winning.
All money raised will go directly into the upkeep of our community centre and future development. Our draws will be held regularly, our next draw August 10th with a minimum win of €500.
Tenders For All Weather Astro-Turf Pitch
Tenders for the construction of new all-weather Astro-turf pitch. I would like to thank our local representative politicians who have kindly written letters of support for the construction of our park development. Planning Permission was lodged on June 1st and is in due process as we speak. We are advised we can proceed with the tendering process for the construction of our new all-weather artificial pitch. Planning permission for the development will also include a 10m high ball stop netting, six 15m high floodlight poles, generator plus all ancillary site works including surface water drainage and access pathways. This project will be a high-quality finish and all tenders work will be visited inspected and overseen by our architects subject to planning before any contract will take place. Al other phases of work like a much-needed playground update, running track will also come in line for consideration.
Yoga
Class every Wednesday morning by professional mentor Catherine Pacini 09:00 AM till 10:00 AM, If you haven’t been to her classes maybe now is a good time to join. Call in for details.
Pickleball
Pickleball is on every Monday morning and is doing very well, why not come along and take part in this easy to play game in great company. 10:00 AM till 11.30 AM.
Upcoming Event Notes
Social Dancing
Michael Collins will be the Highlight on the Social Dancing Calendar next month, playing a great mix of country and social dance Music for your enjoyment. A brilliant night of Dancing is guaranteed. Doors open from 9.00 till Late.
Masses Notes
Mass Intentions
Remember in your prayers the souls of Paddy Nally, Lismacaffrey who’s anniversary Mass was last Saturday Also Months Mind for Liam Fagan, Late of Streete who passed away in England recently, May his Soul Rest in Peace.
Next Saturday 1st anniversary mass for Margaret Denning, Coolnagun. Also Remember in your prayers the souls of Margaret Flood, DFM Jack and Bridget Flood, Maureen and Padraig Flood, Clonmore. Bookings are now being taken, contact Fr. Pierre on (087) 696 0542.
Church Notes
St Mary’s, Streete/Rathowen Masses & Adoration. Mass this Saturday Evening in Boherquill at 20:00 (8 PM).
Masses this week
- Tuesday: Boherquill 10.00 AM.
- Wednesday: Rathowen 09.30 AM.
- Thursday: Rathowen 09.30 AM.
Adoration
- Boherquill: 20:00 (8 PM) with adoration 19:00 (7 PM) to 20:00 (8 PM).
- 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Friday.
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