In the weekly darts tournament in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn on Saturday 21st November, Michelle Quirke and Phil Morris defeated John Leahy and Eoin Lynch in the Final to win the fresh turkeys. The weekly Darts Doubles Tournament will continue this Saturday night 28th November in Parker’s bar. The winners this week will again receive Fresh Turkeys. All Names in for the draw at 10.30 p.m. NO Names taken after 10.30.p.m.
Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to Newly-Married Couple, Una Carey, daughter of Joan and Ned Carey, Portarlington, Co. Laois and Thomas Cronin son of Delia and Tom Cronin, Irrebeg, Lixnaw, who were married on Saturday 21st November in St. Mary’s Church, Kilflynn. Fr Maurice Brick officiated at the beautiful ceremony. The best man was Padraig Cronin, and the groomsman was Ian Maunsell and Matron of honour was Pauline Carey and The Bridesmaid was Ellen Casey.
Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn was the venue for the Crotta Hurling Club Lotto weekly Jackpot draw, on Monday 23rd November. The four numbers picked out of the drum by Independent Observer: Nora O’Leary, Knocknahilla, Kilflynn were 17, 21,23 and 28.
However no one came up with the correct combination of numbers and the Jackpot survived for another week. The Lucky dip prizes winner each receives €35: Niamh Lynch, Rae, Kilflynn, Mike O‘Connell, Rae, Kilflynn and Liz McCarthy, C/o Foley’s Shop, Lixnaw. The next draw will take place in Herbert’s bar, Kilflynn on Monday 30th November, with a Jackpot of €8,600.
Christmas Draw: One ticket will be drawn on Monday night 30th November, 7th, 14th December at the lotto draw , For the Christmas draw, First Prize €300, Second €200, and €100. Tickets are available at €2 from Club tickets sellers or from Herbert's Bar, Kilflynn Parker's Pub, Kilflynn, Byrnes Gala Shop, Kilflynn, Kilflynn Post Offices, Galvin’s Shop, Lixnaw, Foley’s Shop, Lixnaw J.J Walsh’s Bar, Lixnaw and from The Half Way Bar, Glenoe, Listowel.
Crotta Players to receive Minor Medals were: Sean Weir and Shane Nolan were members of The Kerry Minor hurling Team who defeated Westmeath in the All-Ireland Minor HC 'B' final and Crotta hurlers to receive u-21 Medals were: Shane Nolan , Philip Twomey, Matt Lynch, Jonathan Caffrey, Darren Twomey, Richard Nolan and Paul Costello were members of the victorious Kerry U-21 hurling Team, who won the All-Ireland under 21 'B' hurling title, with a 2-18, 1-15 victory over Roscommon. It was a great achievement for Shane Nolan who played on both victories Kerry teams. Congratulations and Well done to the Crotta players who received their medals.
Those Required for Church duties in St. Mary's Church, Kilflynn are follows: Readers: Saturday 28th November and Sunday 29th November , Vigil: John Flaherty, Morning: Joe McAuliffe. Eucharistic Ministers for Saturday 28th November and Sunday 29th November , Vigil: Maureen Mc Elligott, Morning: Jimmy Walsh. Mass will also be celebrated on Wednesday 25th November at 7.30 p.m. (Holy Souls). Mass will be celebrated at 6.30 p.m. on Saturday 28th November for Mikey Joe Breen, Laccamore, Kilflynn. And Mass will be celebrated on Sunday morning 29th November at 10.00 a.m. for Seamus Power, Clounafineela, Kilflynn. Exposition of The Blessed Sacrament:-Kilflynn: Monday 6.00 p.m. – 9.00p.m.
Abbeydorney/Kilflynn men’s annual retreat will be held on Wednesday 2nd December at 8.00 p.m. in Ardfert retreat centre.
The Green Road. Side will play the N69 team in the Crotta five a side indoor Senior hurling league on Thursday 26th November at 8.00 p.m in the St. Senan's Sports hall, Moutcoal. And There is loads of viewing space overhead in the hall for spectators, so come along.
The 2007/2008 All-Ireland Champions De La Salle, Waterford were made fight every inch of their way for their 2-12 to 2-9 victory over Kerry Colleges at CIT Grounds in Cork on Wednesday 18th November. A lucky goal in the last few minutes of play by De La Salle full back Aidan Walsh broke the Kerry side's hearts . The Crotta hurling club was well represented on the Kerry Colleges team by Sean Weir who had a very good game at midfield.
Killahan National School will hold its Annual Poker Classic at McElligott's Bar in Abbeydorney on Friday Night next 27th November. Contact number 0667135120.
· Assistance in setting up various groups, for example lone parents support groups, women’s and men’s groups, carer support, Alzheimer support group disability and parenting alone support groups etc.
In order for us to provide the best possible service to the community we need to hear from you!!
Age Action Ireland is also running FREE basic computer classes in the centre for people over the age of 55. The aim of the course is to make people more comfortable using computers. Class sizes are small with one volunteer trainer for every couple of students. These classes will be run in a way that ensures participants have some fun as well as learn a valuable new skill.
Tuesday Evenings Commencing Tue 3rd November 7:30pm-8:30pm, €25 for 6 weeks. Now taking names for future classes.
Boxercise classes are a fun related, non contact exercise class, they are a very effective way to keep fit, improve coordination and stamina and have some fun along the way!.
We are now taking names for Kids Boxercise.
We are currently establishing an over 55’s group that would meet at our centre and would part take in a variety of activities, outings ,events etc , determined by the group . For further information contact Cathy, Helen, or Sinead on 0667198018.
Are you parenting Alone? Would you like to meet for a chat and a cup of tea/coffee with Other Parents, Guardians in similar circumstances? Information available on a variety of topics from Social Welfare Entitlements, Job Opportunities, Further Education and Training, Childcare etc, if so please contact us for further Information.
Need Advice in Money Management?
MABS is a national, FREE, Confidential and Independent service for people in debt or in danger of getting in debt.
Kerry Advice and Budgeting Service will attend the centre every Thursday from 9:30am-1pm by appointment only. For appointment, please telephone MABS on 066 7129750.
low Cost Counselling Service . The Shannow Family Resource Centre has a student counsellor, Juliette Moynihan, on placement within the centre. As part of Juliette’s final year of study she will be providing low cost confidential counselling to people in our catchment area. Juliette has vast experience of working in the arena of social care and will be available for appointment from the beginning of October onwards. Please contact The Shannow Family Resource Centre on 066 7198018 for further details.
Kerry Families for Drug Users Support Network will be operating from our centre on Tuesday Mornings. Which offer a free private and confidential counselling service for families affected by drug abuse Contact Christine on 085 7788027 for appointment.
The Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland is planning to run a Support Group, for family and loved ones of people with Alzheimer’s or other forms of Dementia. The Support Group will provide Information, Advice, Support and an opportunity to meet other people in a similar position to you. The group will hold their meetings in the Shannow Family Resource Centre on a day and a time that suits the need of the group.
We welcome the opportunity to meet with members of the community who may have ideas/suggestions on the services they would like to see in the centre. If you would like to discuss any idea or suggestion you may have regarding a service you would like to see developed, drop in for a chat – we will be delighted to meet you.
Kilflynn Dancing group are having their Christmas party night on Thursday 3rd December in Ballyroe Heights Hotel, Tralee. Music on the night will be provided by Ireland's Leading Accordion Artiste, Declan Aungier. Every body welcome to come along for a great nights Entertainment. Spot prizes on the night, for further information Please contact Maureen on 085 7516882.
On Sunday November 15th, Wayne Murphy, Garrynagore, Kilflynn travelled to Dublin to participate in the Irish Cup, this competition is billed as the biggest event in The Ireland Taekwon-do calendar, Wayne representing The Institute of Technology Tralee, where he is a 3rd year student, after several hard fights, Wayne got through to the final, where he was narrowly defeated on points, but to take second in this competition is no mean feat, also competing was Garry Coffey, also The Institute of Technology Tralee who went all the way to take first place in sparring, on behalf of their instructor and students from both Kilflynn and Tralee Taekwon-Do Schools who were very Happy for what they achieved. Taekwon-Do classes continue every Saturday in St.Columbas Centre, Kilflynn from 4.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m.
The defibrillator/CPR courses held in St Columbas Centre, Kilflynn on Wednesday 11th and Saturday 14th November had a full attendance and the course feed back from the participants was excellent. The 30-chest compression plus 2 breath is now the national standard for CPR. So, we now have 16 trained AED volunteers in our community. This is an excellent skill to have in our parish, well done to all involved. Don’t forget that this course will be available again in the future. The AED is stored in an external cabinet on the left hand side of the front entrance of St Mary’s Church. The trained AED volunteers are as follows: Gerry Linehan, Leith: Karina Lynn, Ballyconnell Heights: Joe Mc Auliffe, Knocknacaska: Helena Brennan, Knocknacaska: Tom Nolan, Garrynagore: Maureen Culhane, Crotta: Mary Morris, The Village: Bernie White, Ballyconnell: John Mulvihill, Ballyconnell Heights: Nora O Leary, Knocknahilla: Helen Murray, Fahavane: Kathleen Hannon, Laccamore: Helen Kelly Fuller, Crotta: Seamus Sheahan, Ballyconnell: Sandra Sheahan, Ballyconnell: Phil Hanafin, Leith. In the case of an emergency, keys to the defibrillator and a list of trained volunteers can be accessed from the following: St Teresa’s School, St Mary’s Church, Parker’s Bar, Herbert’s Bar, Unique Hair Salon, O’Suzette’s Restaurant, Byrne’s Gala Supermarkets, and All Seasons florist.
Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to Newly-Married Couple, Claire Hussey daughter of Pat and Joan Hussey from Gortcloghy, Kilflynn and Eamonn Dempsey son of Ned and Bridie Dempsey from Oulart, Co Wexford, who were married on Friday 30th October in Saint Patricks Church, Oulart, Co Wexford. The best man was John Quane and Matron of honour was Hilda Nolan, The pageboy was Cillian Hussey and flower girl was Sarah O Brien. Their reception was held in the Ferrycarraig Hotel, Wexford were the party when on till the small hours. The newly married couple will reside in Tralee but Claire and Eamonn are no strangers to Kilflynn.
The Society held its last Singles outing of the year last Saturday at the Cashen Course, Ballybunion. After all the recent rain we were blessed with a lovely sunny day, with the course in excellent condition. Our thanks to Ballybunion for their hospitality on the day.
The presentation of prizes for this outing and the previous outing to Ceann Sibeal took place at McKenna’s Bar Abbeydorney that night where there was a good turnout of members and their partners. Our thanks to Mike McKenna and his family for their hospitality.
Results 1st John Joe Fealy (14) 34pts, 2nd Pat Ruane (14) 33pts, 3rd Brendan Keane (18) 32pts, 4th James McGrath (14) 32pts, Front Nine Jim Crowley (13) 17pts, Back Nine Fr Jack Fitzgerald (17) 18pts.
After this outing Gary Kavanagh (12) with 70pts was a very worthy winner of the Golfer of the year with Michael Barry (14) with 64pts second. Our thanks to Tim Sheehan of Kingdom Structural Steel for sponsoring the Golfer of the Year competition.
The final of the Singles Matchplay resulted in a win for Pat Ruane over Michael Barry after a very tight match which went all the way to the 18th. Our thanks to Pat Hayes Agri Contactor for sponsoring this event.
The Kilflynn team will play the N69 side in the Crotta five a side indoor Senior hurling league on this Thursday 19th November at 8.00 p.m in St. Senan's Sports hall, Moutcoal. And on Thursday 26th November at 8.00 p.m The Green Road. Side will play the N69 team. There is loads of viewing space overhead in the hall for spectators, so come along.
The Cashen course in Ballybunion is the place for all members to be next Saturday , in order to play in the rescheduled final outing of the year . The first tee will be reserved from 9.20 to 11 o clock for this team event . The weather will hopefully not be as inclement , so come along , get out in the fresh air and enjoy this fine links course in the company of a few friends .The presentation of prizes for this outing and for the Ceann Sibeal event will take place at Mike McKenna's Bar on Saturday night at 10 O clock . The prestigous Golfer of the Year award , which was hotly contested this year , will also be presented on Saturday night . Be sure to come and support our host bar and acknowledge our prize winners at our final social gathering of the year .
A Meeting for the Abbeydorney/Kilflynn Active Retired group will be held in the Abbeydorney Community Hall on Wednesday 18th November, Commencing at 1.00 p.m. A meal will be served followed by Entertainment. Transport to the Community Hall can be arranged for anybody requiring it. For further information contact Noreen at 066 7135831.
Twenty four dart players participated in the weekly darts tournament in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn on Saturday 14th November, Pat Doody and J.P Twomey defeated John Mulvihill and Tim O’Halloran, in the Final to win the fresh turkeys. The weekly Darts Doubles Tournament will continue this Saturday night 21st November in Parker’s front bar. The winners this week will again receive Fresh Turkeys. All Names in for the draw at 10.30 p.m. NO Names taken after 10.30.p.m.
Herbert’s Bar Kilflynn was the venue for the Crotta Hurling Club Lotto weekly Jackpot draw, on Monday 16th November. The four numbers picked out of the drum by Independent Observer: Pat Hayes, Glenballyma, Kilflynn were 3, 5,9 and 16.
However no one came up with the correct combination of numbers and the Jackpot survived for another week. The Lucky dip prizes winner each receives €35: David and Mary Power, Gala Shop, Abbeydorney, Mary Ashe, Causeway and Michael Fitzmaurice, Tubrid Ardfert. This week’s three lucky dip winners brought their lucky tickets from Crotta lotto ticket seller, Paudie Twomey. The next draw will take place in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn on Monday 23rd November, with a Jackpot of €8,500.Tickets are available at €2 from Club tickets sellers or from Herbert's Bar, Kilflynn Parker's Pub, Kilflynn, Byrnes Gala Shop, Kilflynn, Kilflynn Post Offices, Galvin’s Shop, Lixnaw, Foley’s Shop, Lixnaw J.J Walsh’s Bar, Lixnaw and from The Half Way Bar, Glenoe, Listowel.
Crotta hurlers, Shane Nolan , Philip Twomey, Matt Lynch, Jonathan Caffrey, Darren Twomey, Richard Nolan and Paul Costello were members of the victorious Kerry U-21 hurling Team, who won the All-Ireland under 21 'B' hurling title, with a 2-18, 1-15 victory over Roscommon.
Welcome into the Christian Community the following who were baptized recently: Conor David Keegan, Cappa, Doireann Ellen Hegarty, Ballysheen, Hazel Louise Conway, Derrevin, Naomi Osidobu, Abbeyville, Catherine Eve Geraghty, Dublin, Laura Michelle Buckley, Crotta and Caoimhe Ann Nolan, Clounafineela.
The North Kerry Hurling Board Awards night will be held at Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday November 27th at 8pm. Player of awards for all Juvenile will be presented on the night.
Removal tomorrow, Wednesday evening, 11th November at 7.30pm from The Gleasure Funeral Home, to St. Mary's Church, Kilflynn. Requiem Mass on Thursday morning at 11am. Interment afterwards in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Kilflynn .
The committee would like to thank all members who participated and Mike and Geraldine Parker for a fantastic night had by all.
Finally, the club successfully won the Kerry Regional Game Council’s Vermin Competition, for the second year in succession, which is a fantastic achievement for all members involved.
CPR and Defibrillator (AED) courses will take place at St Columba's Centre, Kilflynn on this Wednesday 11th November and Saturday 14th November 2009. There will be one course of six participants on the Wednesday evening and there will be two courses of six participant on the Saturday , time slots course 1 commencing at 10 am and course 2 commencing at 2pm . Course slot times will be allotted on a first come basis. Course cost is €10 per participant with the balance paid by the Kilflynn Defibrillator Group. Those interested contact Helen at 0877457922 or Joe at 0851742189..
In the weekly darts tournament in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn on Saturday 7th November, Richard Parkinson and J.P Twomey defeated Declan Falvey and John Leahy, in the Final to win the first fresh turkeys of the season. The weekly Darts Doubles Tournament will continue this Saturday night 14th November in Parker’s Pub. The winners this week will again receive Fresh Turkeys. All Names in for the draw at 10.30 p.m. NO Names taken after 10.30.p.m.
Back row - Anthony Guerin, Kevin McKenna, James Sheehan, Maurice O'Donnell, Michael Fuller, Sean Patterson, John Thornton, Diarmuid McKenna.
Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn was the venue for the Crotta Hurling Club Lotto weekly Jackpot draw, on Monday 9th November. The four numbers picked out of the drum by Independent Observer: Eileen Brennan, Rae, Kilflynn were 10, 19,20 and 26.
Members and officers of the Crotta hurling club join me in wishing a speedy recovery to club joint president and lotto ticket seller, Brendan Neenan, Crotta, Kilflynn, who is just after a recent hip operation at Kerry General hospital. We are delighted to hear that the job has been done and has been successful and we all look forward to his speedy return to good health and his return to the club where he keeps us all on our toes.
The recent spate of bad weather, there were no playable pitches available for the County U-21 Semi finals, Crotta were due to play Kilmoyley on Saturday 7th November in Abbeydorney at 2:00p.m. In the other Semi Final, Kenmare were due to play St. Brendans in Dr Crokes pitch, Killarney also on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. Both matches were postponed Due to the inclement weather. No new dates were fixed for the games at the time of going to print, check with officers.
The Kilflynn Cancer Support Fund are presently organising the Sixth annual Table Quiz in aid of Chemotherapy Services in Tralee General Hospital, and Cork University Hospital. The quiz will be held in Parker’s and Herbert’s Bars Kilflynn, on Monday 28th December, and Once again the man with the questions is John O’Flaherty and he is sure to produce some very thought provoking questions. There will be an abundance of fine spot prizes to be won in the raffle and a very valuable prize to be won on the night and The quiz will kick off at 9 00.p.m. Put Monday 28th of December into to the Diary now.
Live music on Sunday evening 15th November with Clan Nua.
Congratulations to Shane Herbert, Kilflynn who celebrated his 30th Birthday. Shane celebrated this special occasion with his family and friends at Herbert’s Bar on Friday night 6th November A great time was had by one and all.
Irish Church Agencies and commissions collection amounted to 719.50. Thanks to all who contributed.
Congratulations to John Griffin, Lixnaw who was on the Irish team that played Scotland in the International Shinty series last recently in Scotland. Ireland won by 1-11 to 1-8.
Congratulations to Megan Weir, Kilflynn who received her Feile na nGael All Ireland u14 medal at the Ballyroe Hotel on Friday night 30th October. She was presented with her medal by Kerry County Board Hurling Coaching officer Maurice Leahy. Megan played at Full Forward on the successful Kerry team who were crowned All Ireland Camogie champions in Tullamore on Sunday 21st June 2009.
Congratulations and best wishes to Mitchel McAuliffe, son of the Rita and the late Mitchel McAuliffe, Cloghers, Lixnaw and Caroline OíSullivan, daughter of John Michael and Peggy O’Sullivan, Ardfert on their recent marriage. We wish Mitchel and Caroline many happy years of married life together.
The society will hold an outing this Saturday 14th November on the Cashen Course, Ballybunion. This is an excellent course so a large turnout is expected. The tee is booked between 9:30am and 11:30am. Presentation of prizes for this outing and the previous outing at Ceann Sibeal will take place that night. This is the final counting event in the Tim Sheehan sponsored Golfer of the Year competition. The leader at this stage is Gary Kavanagh.
The postponed final of the Pat Hayes Sponsored Society singles matchplay between Pat Ruane and Michael Barry will also be played on Saturday.
Further details from Tom McNeice 086-3263111 or Michael Barry 086-2571230.
The death has occurred of Noreen Landers, (née O'Brien) of O'Rahilly's Villas, Tralee, and formerly of Clounafineela,Kilflynn. Peacefully. Beloved wife of the late Tim (Roundy) and dear mother of Kay (Weir-Scotland), Helen (Fitzgibbon), Tim, Garry (London) and the late John Joe, devoted grandmother to Robbie, Caroline, Alan and Francis, Emma, Tadhg and James, Zhaia and Steve and mother-in-law of John, Liz, Mandy and the late Frank. She will be sadly missed by her loving family, nephews, nieces, relatives, Gary Marcham, neighbours and many friends.
Removal tomorrow, Sunday 8th November, at 7.30pm from The Gleasure Funeral Home,Tralee to St. Mary's Church, Kilflynn. Requiem Mass on Monday at 11am. Interment afterwards in St. Mary's Cemetery Kilflynn.
Maggie Mc Elligott, Kilflynn would like to thank all those who supported the Halloween Adult Fancy Dress Party on Saturday Night 31st October at Parker‘s Pub, Kilflynn in aid of Epilepsy. In which nearly 600 euros was raised in an entertaining night.
CPR and Defibrillator (AED) courses will take place at St Columba's Centre on the following dates: On Wednesday November the 11th and Saturday 14th November 2009. There will be one course of six participants on the Wednesday evening and there will be two courses of six participant on the Saturday , time slots course 1 commencing at 10 am and course 2 commencing at 2pm . Course slot times will be allotted on a first come basis. Course cost is €10 per participant with the balance paid by the Kilflynn Defibrillator Group. Those interested contact Helen at 0877457922 or Joe at 0851742189..
Kettlebell Training starting next week in Listowel Community Centre. Tuesday and Thursdays for four weeks Costs €120 Contact Josephine @ 087 6403251.
Performers include Mickey McConnell, Jim Gornall, Brian Burke, Paddy McAuliffe, Bryan Murphy, and The Bogdale Ramblers. On: Saturday 7th November 2009 at 8pm. In St.John’s Theatre & Arts Centre, Listowel. Tickets €10 Concession €7 Parts of this concert are being filmed for Peggy’s new DVD. By attending as a member of the audience, you are agreeing that your image may be used.
Green Road will play Tullig/Cappa in the Crotta five a side indoor Senior hurling league on this Thursday 8th November at 8.00 p.m in St. Senan's sports hall, Moutcoal. There is loads of viewing space overhead in the hall for spectators, so come along.
Best of Luck to the lads in green and red.
Those Required for Church duties in St. Mary's Church, Kilflynn are follows: Readers: Saturday 7th November and Sunday 8th November , Vigil: Bridget O’Connell, Morning: Mary McKenna. Eucharistic Ministers for Saturday 7th November and Sunday 8th November , Vigil: Sheila Walsh. Morning: Noreen Leen. Mass will also be celebrated on Friday 6th November at 7.00 p.m (First Friday). Mass will be celebrated at 6.30 p.m. on Saturday 7th November for John O’Sullivan, Knockbrack, Kilflynn. And Mass will be celebrated on Sunday morning 8th November at 10.00 a.m. Exposition of The Blessed Sacrament:-Kilflynn: Monday 6.00 p.m. – 9.00p.m.
Mass for all who died in the past year will be celebrated on Saturday 7th October at 7.30 p.m. in Abbeydorney Church and Saturday November 21st, at 6.30 p.m. in Kilflynn.
We offer our deepest sympathy to Sinead Stafford, Cappa, Kilflynn on the recent death of her father, Gerald Horgan, O'Rahilly's Villas, Tralee May he rest in peace.
We would also like to offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Colette Fuller, (née Mangan) of 19 Woodlee, Monavalley, Tralee, and Formerly of Kilfeighney, Lixnaw, who died on Tuesday, 27th October. May she rest in peace.
Also our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Mary Ellen Deenihan, (née Horgan) of Finuge, Lixnaw who died on Monday, October 19, 2009. May she rest in peace.
Also our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Noel Browne, Templeogue, Dublin and Late of Ballyduff, who died on Thursday, October 22nd May he rest in peace.
In The weekly Darts Double Tournament, in Parker’s Pub on Saturday night, 1st October Declan Falvey and John Mulvihill defeated J.P Twomey and Tim O’ Halloran in the final. Next Darts on Saturday night 7th November in Parker’s lounge bar, at 10.30 p.m. Fresh Turkeys to be won.
The Pilates classes with Ruth Melvin in St. Columbus Centre, Kilflynn New. Class, commencing on Friday 6th November, Cost €60. for 6 weeks. Class starts at 7.30 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. You will need gym ball (fit ball) and mat. Any queries and to book a place contact Maureen Weir 087 9893847.