K/K notes 11th January 2003
KILCORMAC RAMBLERS
Once again the Kilcormac Ramblers New Year's Day walk was an outstanding success.
The sponsored walk, with all proceeds going to Offaly Hospice, commenced at Ballyboy at 11.30a.m. when up to fifty walkers started out on the walk which saw them going in two different directions, with a 'soup stop' at the Idle Corner, and ending up a few hours later, back in Ballyboy. Brian Meacle, from the Mountbolus Pipe Band ceremoniously piped the walkers into Dan & Mollys, where Vera, Molly and the girls had a feast of tea, sandwiches and refreshments waiting. After the tea, and following a very successful raffle, the music and song commenced, with Joe Coughlan leading the way with his very popular recitations and songs. Music was provided by K.K. Kenny and Ray Murphy and friends, with many contributions by the very large crowd present. It was a very enjoyable beginning to the New Year and sincere thanks is due to everyone who turned out on the day to walk, to Co.Offaly Civil Defence for their back-up, the soup team and Mrs. Mary Gleeson at the Idle Corner, Brian Meacle, Joe Coughlan, the sponsors of the prizes, and the ladies in Ballyboy who provided the refreshments. A special thanks to Mrs. Molly Boland for her very generous support for Offaly Hospice and the Ramblers.
A reminder that the Ramblers 'night out' is on Friday 17th Jan. It is a buffet supper at Birr Rugby Club and tickets are 10Euro. Names to be given to Mary Feighery (35091) or Seamus Barron (35274 or 087/6982937), before Mon. 13th Jan.
A meeting of the ramblers will take place on Mon. 13th Jan. in the Community Centre, at 8.00p.m. and all outstanding sponsorship cards and money from the New Years Day walk should be returned by then to any member of the committee.
KILCORMAC SCHOOL OF SPEECH AND DRAMA
Kilcormac School of Speech and Drama staged the musical "Annie" in the Community Centre, Kilcormac on Sun. and Mon. 29th and 30th Dec. last. The very successful show was presented to a 'full house' on both nights, and sincere thanks to everyone involved. The Speech and Drama classes resume on Sat. 25th Jan. in the Community Centre at the usual time. For new enrolment contact Lorraine at 086/3951831.
BIRTHDAY WISHES
Good wishes to Chrissie Commins, Carrigeen, Mountbolus, who celebrated a special birthday on St. Stephen's Day. Many Happy Returns, Chrissie -Great Party.
BALLYBOY C.C.E.
The re-convened A.G.M. of Ballyboy C.C.E. takes place this Thurs. 9th Jan. in Dan & Mollys at 9.00p.m. Members who have not paid there membership are asked to please pay Ann Hanrahan, Branch Treasurer, without delay – 20~Euro Family, 12Euro Adult, 6Euro Junior.
Music classes resume next week – Sharon's classes resume on Mon. 13th and Wed. 15th Jan. Beginners Tin Whistle class with Raphael resume on Wed. 15th, and Stella's class resume on Sat. 18th. All classes at the usual times.
Set Dancing resumes in O'Sullivans, Kilcormac on Wed. 15th Jan. at 9.00p.m.
The branch would like to wish all members, their families and supporters a Very Happy New Year.
YOU'RE A STAR
Well done to Brenda Dunican, Mooney Tce., Kilcormac, who appeared on the RTE 1 programme You're a Star, on St. Stephen's Day. Brenda made it to the final eight on the night, but another Offaly person, Simon Casey from Ballycumber won out in the end. We wish Simon the best of luck next Sunday night.
G.A.A.
The Annual General Meeting of ~Kilcormac/Killoughey G.A.A. Club takes place this Fri. night 9th Jan. at 8.00p.m. in Ard Aobhann, Mounbolus. It is hoped to see a large turnout of members and supporters at this important meeting.
K.D.A. LOTTO
Numbers drawn this week 3,9,14,28. There was no winner of the Jackpot. There were five match 3 winners. Promoters prize Catherine Guinan. Next weeks draw is in Gracelands, and the jackpot will be 9800Euro.
