Around the Districts: Adamstown to Camross

The Roaring 90’s

Congratulations to Mrs Mag (Jackman) Foley who resides in Adelaide, Australia and who is presently enjoying a visit to her family in Raheenduff.

Mag celebrated her 90th birthday recently and was joined by her family at a reception in Foley’s, Newbawn. Mag’s sister Mary Redmond is also resident in Adelaide and she too is a nonagenarian as are her sisters Kate Power and brother Phil Jackman, her sister Bess Wickham hasn’t yet reached that milestone, but hopefully she will.

A wonderful family occasion and we join in our good wishes to them on this happy occasion.

Thursday night Card Game

The Thursday night Card Game continues in the Community centre every week at 8.30pm. Winners on Thursday 25th April were: Matty Sullivan, Pat Murphy, Sammy & Owen Elmes, Johnny Nolan, Seamus Joyce, Ger Sweeney & Tom Wickham.

Condolences – Brid Williams R.I.P.

We extend our deepest condolences to Claire Williams on the sad and unexpected death of her sister Brid Williams, Taghmon, sympathy also to her mother Jo, her sisters Margo, Anne Marie & Miriam, brothers PJ, Seamus, David & Mark, and to all her extended family, friends and neighbours. Brid was predeceased by her father Dick. Brid’s funeral Mass was celebrated in St. Fintan’s Church, Taghmon followed by burial in St. Fintan’s Cemetery. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Adamstown I.C.A. news

Last Thursday 18th April, Michael Fortune gave a talk in the Community Centre. It was a very interesting evening exploring Wexford traditions and customs. From Pisheogs, the May Bush, Traan water, May Dew & Rain to the same traditions being carried out by Irish communities in Newfoundland, Canada. MIchael covered it all. He was interested to hear stories from Adamstown residents and recorded Callie Doyle reciting The Wren verse from her youth, which can be seen on Folklore.ie. His book ‘The Folklore of Wexford’ is on sale and has some great stories about the various Wexford customs. Michael is very passionate about Folklore, but in particular, Wexford folklore. He is organising ‘The County Wexford May Bush Festival’ in Ballindaggin from April 30th to May 4th.

A lovely evening was had by all, and tea & biscuits were provided by the ladies of the ICA. The ICA Federation A.G.M.

Adamstown Athletic Club

Well done to all our athletes who competed in the Enniscorthy Open Track & Field recently, medal winners were: U-9 boys Alfie–2nd 60m, 3rd 300m, 2nd–long jump, 3rd turbo jav; U-10 girls; Holly–4th 80m, 4th long jump. Sarah–4th turbo jav; U-12 girls–Grace–1st 800m; 2nd turbo jav; 2nd high jump; Ruby–3rd turbo jav; Lily–3rd shot putt; U-14 girls high jump. Well done everyone, wonderful achievements.

Irish Welsh Tractor Run

The Irish Welsh Tractor Run will visit Adamstown on Sunday 5th May at approximately 1.30pm. Registration for the run at Wexford Racecourse on Sunday from 9.00am. Leaving the Racecourse at 11.00am. Proceeds in aid of “Ask” Mental Health charity. For further info please contact Willie Day 087 9928000 or Eileen Hayes on 087 6810995`

Rosary at Knockreigh Grotto

The Rosary will be recited at Knockreigh Grotto each week evening at 7.30pm for the month of May–The Month of Our Lady. This custom has been taking place for the past number of years, all welcome to come along.

BALLYCULLANE

Plant Sale

The Ballycullane Veggie Group are having their annual plant sale in Ballycullane Parish Hall on Saturday 11th May at 10am to 2pm. Flowers, vegetable and fruit plants will be on sale and teas will be served.

The Veggie Group grow fruit and vegetables on a community plot all year round. Anyone is welcome to join. For more information contact Anne 087 6788652.

Lotto

There was no jackpot winner in the Tintern Lotto last week when the numbers drawn were 5, 17, 18 and 20. The match three winners were Stasia Furlong of Yoletown and Lexi, Kate and Zara Furlong of Dunmain. This week’s jackpot stands at €2750.

Open Day at St Louis Day Care Centre

Join us in St Louis Day Care Centre Ramsgrange Y34 H283 on Thursday 2nd May for our Open Day, an informal chat, meet our Staff and see the available services. All are welcome. 9am to 12.30pm. All proceeds go to the Alzheimer Society of Ireland.

BANNOW-BALLYMITTY

Social Dancing

Social dancing continues in Carrig community centre for May as follows. Friday 3rd; No dance, Fri 10th; Colm Bourke, Friday 17th; Marian Kirby and Pat O Driscoll, Friday 24th; Pat Daly, Fri 31st; Brian McDermott. All welcome refreshments served.

Carrig on Bannow Bridge Results

16th April - 1st. Patsy Farrell & Mick Harpur; 2nd Peter McGeehan & Barbara Hamilton; 3rd Joseph Wallace & Leo Harper.

23rd April - 1st Imelda Crosbie & Magaret Cullen; 2nd Paddy Whitty & Ann Whitty; 3r. Peter McGeehan & Barbera Hamilton.

Tidy Towns

Carrig-on-Bannow Tidy Towns A.G.M. will take place at 8.30pm on Wednesday 1st May in Teach na nOg Preschool. Should members of the community wish to volunteer in the year ahead, we would ask such prospective volunteers to come along on the night.

We also encourage all residents and business owners in our village to consider some cleaning of their properties, decluttering, fresh painting, summer planting, etc. as adjudication of our village generally takes place in early June. All help much appreciated.

Carrig Community Centre

Dance Fit every Thursday night. Dance Fit Class will start at 7p.m. and Social Dance Class will start at 8p.m. No partner required, lots of fun, plenty of exercise and fun! Pay as you go.

Slimming World every Wednesday 5.30pm till 7.30pm - all welcome.

Social Dancing on Friday nights - no dance on 3rd May.

Bingo every Saturday night from 8pm - all welcome.

Yoga every Thursday morning at 9.30am - just come along and enjoy pay as you go.

Ballymitty Hall events

Monday Night Bingo – Ballymitty Drive-in bingo on Monday nights at 8 p.m. Come play at our Drive-in Bingo (Ballymitty Church Carpark).

Women’s Shed – We meet Monday mornings from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Re-connect or make new friends.

Grantstown News

Charity Walk - The Grantstown Daycare Centre 5K Charity Walk will take place on Bank Holiday Monday 6th May at 11.00 a.m. Registration from 10.30 a.m. Please support on the day or at https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/GrantstownDaycare52

High Vis Vests must be worn. Tea/Coffee and snacks for everyone on their return. Money raised will go towards a new mini-bus.

Folklore screening and Talk - Grantstown Daycare Centre have organised a very special event with acclaimed artist/folklorist, Michael Fortune, in Grantstown on Wednesday, 1st May beginning at 11.00am till 12.30. The event will be followed by music, songs, decoration of the May Bush and revival of the Traan Water tradition. All are welcome to attend and there is no entry charge.

Bingo - Bingo with Raffle and Split the Pot every Wednesday night at 7.30 p.m. in the Daycare Centre to raise much needed funds for the Centre. Why not come along and support this worthy cause and win a few euro for yourself when you are here.

Meals On Wheels - Would you like to have delicious and nutritious meals delivered to your door? Grantstown Daycare Centre operates a Meals on Wheels service every Tuesday & Thursday for a small fee. Why not give us a call on 051 561016 for more details.

CAMROSS

Church news

Weekend Mass Schedule – Saturday: Cleariestown 6 p.m., Caroreigh 8 p.m. Sunday: Trinity 9 a.m., Taghmon 10.15 a.m., Rathangan 11.30 a.m.

Weekday Mass Schedule – Tuesday: Cleariestown 9.30 a.m. Wednesday: Caroreigh 9.30 a.m. Thursday: Rathangan 9.30 a.m. Friday: Taghmon 9.30 a.m.

Check out our Caroreigh Community Page for all Church Notices.

Camross Hall news

Dancing at Camross - Our May dance for this Centenary Year is on Friday 3rd May, with Music by the fabulous Michael Collins Band. Admission is €10 including The Tea. Dancing 9pm till late. Time to get your dancing shoes on! Don’t miss out on our special night.

Centenary Concert - On Saturday 18th May the outstanding Folk/Ballad Wexford band Green Road will perform in Camross Hall. €25 per ticket (plus Booking Charge) starting at 8.30 pm (Doors open 7.30pm). Available on Eventbrite, for queries phone Margaret on 086-8369047 see our facebook page for link and further details.

Camross Hall 100 - 2024 is a very special year for Camross Hall as we celebrate our Centenary Year – 100 years since the original Hall was built. We have lots of exciting events planned for 2024 and look forward to your patronage.

BBCT Community Games

Another busy week, but some great results for the kids competing in Community Games in our area.

The Gymnastics took place last weekend with Eimhin O’Sullivan and Izzy Kilkenny competing, Eimhin placed 1st in her age category. The Handball also took place with Harry Hogan, Boo Murphy, Nathan Lawlor, Mikaela Kavanagh and Barry Foley playing, Harry, Boo and Nathan are all through in the county.

The athletics which is always a popular event took place during the week and lots of kids through to county event which is taking place in Enniscorthy on 22nd June.

Best of luck to our U10 draughts team travelling to Longford for Leinster finals and also Loughlin Daniels who is competing in the cycling on grass event this weekend.

Dates for the diary - One of our final events which you can still take part in is the Talent competition, if anyone is interested please get in touch with Phyllis 0879966185 or Maria 0861943483. Talent county final is on in Bree on the 11th May. Talent covers solo & group music, solo & group singing, dance and solo recitation.

Taghmon Athletic Club News

The Enniscorthy Athletics club open track & field events took place last Saturday, with some great results from out athletes. Izzy Aspel was 1st in high jump and 2nd in 100m. Tatum Claughan placed in all three events coming 2nd in the 80m, 1st in the shot putt and 3rd in the 700m. Kayleigh Butler came 2nd in high jump and 3rd in the 800m. Katie Rose Mullins came 1st in her 80m heat and 5th in the final, 3rd in the 500m and competed in the long jump. Alannah Butler placed 3rd in her 80m heat and 5th in the final, she was also 5th in the 300m and competed in the long jump. Great achievements once again from all who attended.

Izzy Aspel and Kayleigh Butler qualified for the South Leinster school track & field events in SETU Carlow, Izzy was 2nd in the minor girls long jump and also 7th in the 800m. She also took part in the relay team representing Ramsgrange Secondary School. Kayleigh Butler competed in the high jump and her relays team representing Presentation Secondary School placed 2nd. She also placed 7th in the 1500m. Well done to both girls.

Training also continues every Wednesday at 6.30, we will concentrate on shot putt and turbo javelin with the kids this week, new members are always welcome.

Spring into Summer is starting Monday the 29th of April, 7pm-8pm, all fitness levels welcome.

St. Garvan’s N.S. Caroreigh

Enrolment is open for 2024-2025. For further information contact St. Garvan’s N.S., Caroreigh, Taghmon, Y35 E773 www.stgarvansns.ie/enrolment (053)9134294.

St. Fintan’s N.S. Taghmon

St. Fintan’s N.S. Taghmon, is now accepting enrolments for September 2024 in both mainstream and our Autism Class. Enrolment forms are available on our website taghmonns.com and from the school office.

Your Correspondent

If you would like a notice included, please contact Kay Doyle on 087-2680273 or email kaynolandoyle@gmail.com