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Thursday, February 22, 2007
ASH WEDNESDAY AND LENT
Today is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent. Ashes will be blessed at the 7.30 a.m. Mass and distributed at all Masses. Ashes will also be distributed at 1.30 p.m. Mass each evening during Lent at 7.30 p.m.
WEXFORD WATER SAFETY AGM
Wexford Water Safety’s AGM takes place at the Whitford House Hotel, Wexford, on Saturday, March 10th, at 7.30 p.m. All watersafety members welcome. www.wexfordwatersafe ty.com
MINI MARATHON CALL
Would you like to run the mini marathon for the MS Ireland North Wexford branch? If so, your effort would be much appreciated. If you are interested, please contact Kevin or Clare Doyle on 9421024 or 087-2307163 for sponsorship cards.
MS IRELAND NORTH WEXFORD BRANCH AGM
The North Wexford MS Branch AGM will take place on Sunday, March 4th, at 3 p.m. in St. Aidan’s Day Care Centre. All are welcome.
GOREY GYM CLUB
Gorey Gym Club is very proud of four members who qualified for the National Tumbling Finals in Dublin in March. The South East Regionals were held in Wexford last Saturday.
Those who qualified were Gillian Fitzgerald (3rd), Sarah O’Loughlin (5th in Novice Girls 14+), Kate O’Donnell Sheridan (1st National Level Girls 10/11), and Lauren Clisby National Level Girls 12/13/14).
Other Gorey members who won medals include: Caroline Mulhall, Ciara Byrne, Eoin Buckley, Colette Walsh, Liadan Long, Joseph O’Loughlin, Seamus O’Donnell, Eoghan Kennedy, Aoife O’Donnell, and Vicki Leigh Lawler.
WEXFORD STUDENTS REMINDER
Teachers whose students take part in the annual Texaco Children’s Art Competition are reminded that the closing date for receipt of entries for this year’s competition is this Friday, February 23rd.
Last year, 1,115 students from schools throughout Co. Wexford submitted entries to the competition out of a total national entry of 27,662 paintings. Of these, six were amongst the top prize-winners. Certificates of Merit were awarded to a further 52 students.
SHOWSTOPPERS CHARITY CONCERT
Showstoppers Charity Concert in aid of the Share a Dream Foundation will be held in Gorey Little Theatre on Wednesday, February 28th at 8 p.m. Tickets are €10 and can be purchased at the door on the night.
Featuring local Bands Emesis and Draco and also singers and dancers from around the area. MC on the night will be Bessie from Gorey Theatre Group’s recent production of Ole King Cole. We look forward to seeing everyone there on the night.
GOREY RUGBY
The Gorey under-11s competed recently in the qualifying competition for the Coyle Cup. This competition was held in the grounds of Kilkenny RFC.
Gorey had a sluggish start and were beaten by Kilkenny in their first game of five. This defeat did not seem to effect them as they cruised to four victories from their next four matches to qualify in second place behind eventual winners, Kilkenny. Gorey now play in the Coyle Cup in Navan on April 11th.
The Gorey under 11 team on the day was as follows: James Nolan, Jonathan Earle, Zach Sinnott, Owen Walsh, Michael O’Brien, Tom Sinnott, Owen Cousins, Darren Willoughby, Robert Willoughby, Éanna Crowe, Cormac Kelly, Lachlann Phelan, Charlie Wildes, and Cian Savage.
TEXTING ‘R’ TALKING – CHOOSE WITH TOASTMASTERS
Communication has changed dramatically in recent years. The advent of texting has meant that words can now be abbreviated and shortened when expressing our ideas.
Talking is not as important a part of communications as it once was – or is it? Texting has replaced talking in some situations but that is not necessarily a good thing. Both methods get our message across but do they do it effectively?
Toastmasters give you the opportunity to express your ideas – at your own pace and in your own time. You can decide when and what you talk about.
Topics are always entertaining and enlightening as you can express your opinion among friends. You get the opportunity to try all forms of communication in a friendly environment. You will talk, listen, express your ideas with creativity – but more importantly you will have fun. Gorey Toastmasters meet twice a month on alternate Wednesdays in the Loch gCarman Arms.
To see why talking is still better than texting why not drop in to our meeting today (Wednesday) to see what it is all about. Guests are always welcome free of charge – have a cup of tea or coffee and see why it is still good to talk with us. Contact Joe on 087 9159111 or Brendan on 087 4127993 to find out more.
LADIES FOOTBALL
Ladies football commenced for 2007 last Monday, February 4th, in Garden City. Training takes place every Monday from 5 to 6 p.m. for U18s, U16s and U14s, and from 6 to 7 p.m. for U12s and U10s. All new players are very welcome to attend. For more details about ladies football in Gorey please contact Laura on 086-3059268 or David on 086-6441214.
IRISH CLASSES
Irish classes continue every Thursday in the GAA Complex in Clonattin, Gorey, at 8 p.m. every week until June. We look forward to seeing you there. All are welcome. Any Enquiries to Liam on 087-9853143.
LORETO PRIMARY SCHOOL RAFFLE AND 70S/80S NIGHT
To announce the result of the Loreto Primary School’s car raffle, and to thank everyone for all their support to date, the school is holding a 70s/80s night on March 16th at 9 p.m. in the Amber Springs Hotel. Tickets at €10 (to cover the cost) are available from the school, Susie Clince (087-2204810) or Grace Germaine (0863907026) In the meantime, tickets to win the car are also available from the school at €10 each, or six for €50. The winner can opt for €10,000 in cash instead.
CENTRE FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING
An open meeting with information on independent living, and to prepare questions of concern for people with disabilities, for Wexford’s general election candidates will take place next Tuesday, March 6th, at 7.30 p.m. in the Ashdown Park Hotel, Gorey.
For further information contact Kenneth Kilduff, Gorey CIL, on 0539484828.
LIFEBOAT QUIZ
Courtown Lifeboat will hold a fundraising table quiz in the Tara Vie Hotel, Courtown this Friday, February 23rd, at 8.30 p.m. Great raffle prizes. Teams of four are €20 per team.
All monies raised go to saving lives at sea. See you there! www.courtownlifeboat. com.
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