by Marian Harnett
TREES ON THE LAND: Trees on the Land is a cross – border initiative working to establish young native trees across the 32 counties of the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. We run an annual tree planting event with trees being distributed and planted between December and March each year. Applications close Monday, October 14. We provide simple schemes for landowners to access quality native tree mixes each season. We work with farmers, smallholders, community groups, councils, schools, colleges, sports clubs and many other landowners to coordinate sites to accommodate trees. Our vision is to establish tree cover and woodland in rural and urban areas that will grow for many years and provide valuable resources, beneficial ecosystem services and a lasting legacy for future generations. We plant small woodland, orchards, hedgerows, shelter belts, coppice, wood – pasture, agroforestry, individual trees, rows and avenues of trees, landscape and amenity trees, reforestation sites and larger woodlands. We have planted more than two million trees at several thousand sites since 2013. Trees on the Land is a charity and not for profit project from the Green Economy Foundation, CECA Myross Wood House, Leap, Co. Cork P81 YI92. Email info @treesontheland.com
ABBEYFEALE RUGBY CLUB: The club are looking to provide an option for girls in the Abbeyfeale area to play rugby. To make a start they plan to train an U14 side for the coming season. Áine Reidy and Mike Nash will coach the team and Áine has also arranged to have a guest coach from Munster Rugby once a month . A Give it a Try session is also planned for the coming weeks and the dates will be posted on social media.
BEGINNERS SET DANCING CLASSES: Beginning August 20 for a 6 week block in the Con Colbert Hall, Athea. Learn Clare Sets, Local Polkas, Reel sets.. No partner required.
WL102FM NEW PRESENTERS REQUIRED: If you have what it takes contact 069 66200. Training provided.
FAIR DAY IN KENMARE: The annual fair day takes place on Thursday, August 15.
CONGRATULATIONS to Domhnall De Barra on being conferred, Ard Ollamh at the recent All Ireland Fleadh in Wexford.
FAMILY FUN DAY: Abbeyfeale Town Park Sunday, August 18 from 10.30 -1pm. Scavenger Hunt, Facepainting, Games, Arts and Crafts and nature based activities for children. Free, fun filled morning for all the family, supported by West Limerick Resources, LCDC and Heritage Week.
GARRY MCMAHON BALLAD: The closing date for this year’s Garry McMahon Newly composed Ballad and not sung in public before the weekend is Friday, August 23. The Garry McMahon Traditional Singing Weekend will take place in Abbeyfeale on October 11-14 next.
POSTAGE STAMPS AND CANDLES; We stillneedthese especially the candles. There are homes in Ukraine that have no electricity. Thingsarestillvery bad in Myanmar so please keep up the good work You are all wonderful theway youcontinueto collect these items and we are verygrateful and thank you all most sincerely. Maureen 087 9845102.
GLOBAL BEACH CLEAN UP: Volunteers will gather to clean our beaches and contribute to a global effort to combat marine litter from September 20 -22. For more information and to register, visitwww.cleancoasts.org
.BRUACH NA CARRAIGE ROCKCHAPEL:Bruach na Carraige Rockchapel will hold their weekly Summer Seisiún, on Tuesday evenings @8:30pm with guest performers . Everybody is welcome to come along and join for some ceol agus craic.
SLIABH LUACHRA MUSIC WORKSHOP: A three day music workshop with Matt Cranitch will take place in Bruach na Carraige, Rockchapel form August 14 -16 from 10am – 1pm each day. For bookings and information contact 087 2173472.
LISTOWEL RACES: The races take place this September from 22-28 and the accommodation office is open in the Square above Christy’s well bar, Listowel from11am until 4pm each day. We are looking for anyone that is letting accommodation for race week or anyone that is looking for accommodation please call into the office or call Maria on 0876652211.
FUN RUN FOR AXEL: On September 15 next Abbeyside Fitness are holding a 5k fun run/2 k walk in support of Axel Horgan who is one of only 200 people in the world suffering from a rare genetic condition called CLOVES. Axel’s mom is Sarah Curtin from Abbeyfeale.
CAR BOOT SALE: Community Centre, NCW Sunday, September 15.
GLIN Castle: Tours of Glin Castle and Gardens will be held on Sunday August 25, from 12 noon to 6pm.
BÉAL NA BLÁTH: Taoiseach Simon Harris will deliver this year’s address to mark the 102ndanniversary of the death of Michael Collins.
FAN THE SPARK – is the name of a young adult Catholic Faith Conference (ages 18-40) organised by the Legion of Mary, being held on Sat. August 24th from 9.30am to 5.30pm in De Montfort House, Morning Star Ave, Brunswick St, Dublin 7.Contact[emailprotected]for more information.
UNITY GOSPEL CHOIR, LIMERICK: Always taking on new members. Choir practice every Tuesday at 7.30pm… Further information 087 7427098.
CATARACT: Danny Healy Rae, TD, He’s advising anybody in need of a cataract procedure to book their place now on one of the three buses he’s arranging during this month of August to beat the reduction in the post procedure reimbursem*nt rates being imposed by the HSE. Contact, Healy Rae, Main Street, Kilgarvan, Co. Kerry 064 66 85315 / 087 2316055.
PRAYER FOR SAFE TRAVEL TO ST. CHRISTOPHER: Dear Saint Christopher, protect me today, in all my travels, along the road’s way. Give your warning sign, if danger is near so that I may stop, while the path is clear. Be at my window, and direct me through when the vision blurs, from out of the blue. Carry me safely, to my destined place, as you carried Christ, in your close embrace. Amen.
SOCIAL DANCING IN DUAGH SPORTS AND LEISURE COMPLEX V31K659: There’s a lovely floor and a fine crowd in attendance from all over North Kerry every Friday night from 9-11pm.
IRISH SIGN LANGUAGE CLASSES: Starting September 9th6.30 -8.30pm in the Adult Ed College, Mountmahon. This course is perfect for anyone working in a Healthcare or Childcare setting. Further information 068 31198.
NOREEN BARRY’S PLAYSCHOOL: Noreen is now taking bookings for September. Call her on 087 2499797 or visit the school at Teach na Féile New Street from 9 – 12 noon.
VIGIL FOR PALESTINE: Abbeyfeale’s Vigil takes place on Wednesday from 6-7pm in the Square, Abbeyfeale. The weekly Listowel Vigil for Palestine takes place every Tuesday, 6pm – 7pm in The Square, Listowel.All Welcome.For information email[emailprotected]
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK will take place on Saturday, August 24 leaving St. Mary’s Cathedral at 7.00am on Saturday the cost pp is €25. Please Contact Sheila at the Parish Office with names and Contact Details 064 6631014 or email;[emailprotected]
PEER SUPPORT: Grow mental health for anyone experiencing mental health issues through group peer support. Meetings in Croom and 33 Henry Street, LimerickWww.grow.ie
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Maths) Summer Camps and Art Summer Camps will start soon in Listowel. For all boys & girls going into 1st to 6th class this September. All details and online registration atwww.designerminds.ie. Give your child the opportunity to explore, create, innovate and learn in a fun and supportive environment
COMMUNITY BASED PROGRAMMES: Community Based Ongoing Programmes
Aqua Aerobics Mondays 10.am. West Limerick Sports Complex, Newcastle West. Registration is essential contact Rachel 061-524973
Weekly Walk : Join us every Tuesday for walkand chat at 11am. Explore a different venue each week. Meet at the entrance to the Desmense. Further information from Maureen 087 9845102.
ABBEYFEALE TOURIST OFFICE: It has reopened for June, July and August in the renamed Old Bank on Main Street. Open from 11-2pm Monday – Saturday. Over 20 volunteers are covering the hours from Monday to Saturday and they would be delighted if you called in to say hello and spread the word that they are there.
MAUREEN’S HEADING TO WESTPORT: The group will be staying in the Westport Woods Hotel Westport from Sunday October 6thto Thursday, October 10thfull board. The group who will be staying for four nights and five days have complimentary use of the leisure centre. Touring every day. Booking now withdeposit €100 to confirmbooking. For more information and to book contactMaureen on087 9845 102
GLORACH NOTES: PRO Lorcan Curtin writes; “Monday night bingo and screenings of films in collaboration with local schools have been our main activities of late, as well as hosting various community groups. Quietly rehearsing away over the last few months has been the Súgán Theatre Company, who will be bringing their production of the famous Tennessee Williams play,A Streetcar named Desire. The production will be staged at the Glórach Theatre on September 13, 14th, 15th, 20th and 21st and tickets can be bookedwww.glorachabbeyfeale.comor at 0871383940.
SHANNONDOC NCW: Monday Midnight – 8am, 6pm – midnight. Tuesday, midnight -8am, 6pm –midnight. Wednesday, midnight – 8am, 6pm to midnight. Thursday, midnight – 8am, 6pm to midnight. Friday, midnight – 8am, 6pm – midnight. Saturday 24 hours, Sunday 24 hours. Public Holidays 24 hours. The GP out-of-hours is for all ages. It is by appointment only. There is no walk in service. Telephone 061 459500/0818 123500. Email: info @shannondoc.ie When you phone the service they will take your details, such as; name and date of birth, address and phone no., a description of the medical issue, your medical card or GP visit no. Your call will be referred to a triage nurse. They will phone you back. Keep your line free so you do not miss their call.
.SUMMERMARKET: Ballybunion Market opened on Saturday 1st June until Saturday 31st August from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Huge variety of crafts, food gifts each week with 25 vendors to choose from.
LITTLE BUDDIES PRE SCHOOL: Will be opening in September 2024 in Scoil Mháthair Dé. The Pre-School will be run by Clara Daly and Nora Scannell. Please contact Clara on 085-7569865 for enrolment or any further details.
LARTIGUE monorail and museum is open on the John B Keane road in Listowel seven days a week between 1pm-4pm. Phone 068 24393 for further information.
PRAYER IN THANKSGIVING FOR THE IMPROVEMENT IN THE WEATHER: The Lord says ask and you shall receive so we continue to pray even as the weather improves and in thanksgiving too for the recent good weather: “Loving God, we pray to you in good times and also in difficult ones too. We give thanks for the blessings of our countryside and for the lovely evenings and daily sunshine. Amen.
FEALE CRAFTERS ARE BACK: The Square, every second Saturday-they have new stalls and thank you for your support.
BLOOD DONATIONS: 3,000 units needed per week to maintain the national blood supply. Phone 1800222111 for details of local clinics. The hospital requirements are 6% higher than this time last year.
RAMBLING HOUSE; Some of these may close for the summer so check before travelling. Listowel on last Thursday of the month and Knockanure on the first Thursday of the month.. Ita’s Rambling House at the Desmond Complex is on the 3rd. Friday each month but finishes up for July and August. Knocalucka is on the 3rd. Tuesday of the month. Josie’s Brosna 2ndThursday of the month. Ballyhahill 3rdWednesday in the Community Centre. John Barrett’s Bar, Glin 4thTuesday. Tarbert last Saturday of the month at the Community Centre.
RADIO MARIA: Radio Maria is a Catholic radio station, available via Saorview on television, – Saorview channel 210. It can also be listened to via their websiteradiomaria.ieEach day they have Mass, Rosary and other prayers, and Christian music and hymns. Also, discussions and talks on all aspects of the Christian faith and the Catholic Church. It is run by many dedicated people and deserves our support. Tune in and find programmes that you enjoy.
CARDS: There is a weekly Card Game at Athea GAA Clubhouse on Tuesday evenings from 8pm – 10.30pm. All welcome, come along & bring a friend.
GROW MENTAL HEALTH:Friendly Community based groups for anyone experiencing mental health issue through 12 Step Program of connection, hope, identity by empowering people to nurture their positive wellbeing by supporting personal growth through education, peer support and self-teaching. Contact Celia 086-1526966/ Danielle 086-1588626/Www.grow.ie
ST.ITA’S DAY CARE AND SHELTERED HOUSING: Meals on Wheels – Available to Everyone. Collect from the Centre or have it delivered. Please let us know if you require a Gluten Free or Vegetarian option. Price List Soup €1, Main Meal €7, half portion €5. Plate of Vegetables and Potatoes €3. Dessert €2. Contact 068 51850.
GROW MENTAL HEALTH GROUP meets in Seanchaí Centre, Listowel every Wednesday evening at 8:00 pm. No referrals necessary. Just come along or telephone Jerry at 086-0271990.
JANICE CARRIG MINSTRY: Holy Spirit Prayer Meeting last Sunday of each month at the Desmond Complex at 3pm. Everyone welcome. Rosary, Divine Mercy, Scripture and healing. The world is so in need of prayers.
SENIORLINE: Would you like someone to talk to? Senior Line is Ireland’s national telephone service for older people open every day of the year 10am-10pm, Freephone 1800 80 4591.
CHURCH NOTES: Co Parish Priests of the Pastoral Area: Fr Denis Mullane
087/2621911 Fr Tony Mullins 087/2600414 Fr Willie Russell 087/2272825 Fr Dan Lane (Retired) 087/2533030 Fr James Ambrose (Retired) Tel 087/7740753. Divine Mercy Meetings will take place every Monday evening after 7 pm Mass. Baptisms in Abbeyfeale will be celebrated on the first Saturday of each month at 5.00pm. Also, on the second Sunday of the month after the 12noon Mass. Contact the Sacristy 068/51915 during Mass Times.
To book a Mass intention contact the sacristy during mass times.
Aware Depression & Bipolar Disorder Supportwww.aware.ieTel: Freephone 1800 80 48 48 (available 7 days, 10am-10pm). Email:[emailprotected]Bodywhys Eating Disorders Associations of Irelandwww.bodywhys.ieEmail:[emailprotected]01 2107906. Information and Support for Birth Mothers – whose babies were placed for adoption may be found atwww.birthinfo.ieor by calling the relevant section of TUSLA at +353 818 445 500.Parish Envelopes The collection envelopes for our parish were delivered in January. If there is anybody who wishes to use the envelopes system and did not receive a box please contact Anne 0868661651 at the office or the church. 068/51915. If you are new to the parish or would like to receive a box contact Anne also. Pastoral Council – the present council has come to the end of its term and Fr. Tony and Fr. Willie have issued a call out for new members. Online Donations Donate through the Parish Websitewww.abbeyfealparish.ieYou can now make your weekly offering to the parish, through the parish website. Click on to the parish website atwww.abbeyfealeparish.ieand you will see a Donate button on the right-hand side on the front page of the website. Just follow the instructions and you will be able to make your donation to the parish collection. Your continued support is very much appreciated.
ABBEYFEALE COMMUNITY ALERT: With the summer holiday season now in full swing, here are some simple steps you can take to help protect you from fraud. Before you travel, always take time to confirm that your card details are in date, so that they are valid throughout the holiday. Save the contact numbers of the Banks’s Customer Service line, the 24/7 Fraud Reporting Team phone line, your travel insurance provider and airline help desk into your phone, in case of any emergencies.It’s a good idea to keep your credit and debit cards in separate locations so that if your purse or wallet is stolen, you have an alternative. When using a card to pay abroad, make sure it is always within view to avoid it being skimmed.
Fraud is everywhere, we are all at risk of losing our money every day. Last year, across Ireland, people had €98.6 million stolen from their bank accounts, an increase of over 16% when compared to 2022, according to Fraud Smart and the Banking and Payments Federation of Ireland. Criminals transfer the stolen money through bank accounts to conceal their crime. They can trick anyone into using their accounts. Without access to your account, criminals will not be successful. Being a money mule is a criminal offence. They may approach you online, in person, on social medial or through fake job adverts asking to move money through your accounts. They may tell you that you can keep some of the money as payment. They may even ask you to open a bank account in your name for them to use. This is a crime and by taking part even if you don’t where the money has come from or is going to, you are becoming a money mule. This may result in your bank account being closed or a criminal conviction for money laundering. Remember: Treat promises that you’ll receive money with suspicion. Don’t allow money to be moved through your bank account. Don’t open a bank account in your name for anyone. Check that advertised jobs are legitimate. Don’t accept friend request on social media from someone you don’t know. Always keep your login details and cards in your possession. Don’t let anyone use your account to accept or send payments. Parents be aware: Teenagers and young adults are often targeted by criminals who may be attracted by the promise of quick cash.Protect your smartphone – be streetwise. Dial *#06# and save a screenshot of your IMEI number. Email the image to yourself. Keep your phone locked and enable the PIN security and phone finder features. Keep your phone out of view. Don’t text or call while on the street. With the weather improving be very careful of rip tides: Swim between the red and yellow flags. If you do get caught in a rip current, remain calm, swim parallel to the beach – if you can’t do this raise your arm and the lifeguard will come to assist you. Log onto Hi Digital – the step by step course to learn some digital skills and it’s free. Ring them on 1800203030.There are classes available at the Adult Education Centre to learn how to use smart phones and also in beginners’ computers. Ring 068 31198 to register for the classes beginning again in September. Tips for road safety; Never walk on the public road without a hi viz jacket. Always face oncoming traffic. Tips to keep your home secure when you go away on holidays include asking a neighbour to take in your post and putting a car in your drive. If you are travelling abroad for medical or cosmetic procedures, you should inform yourself of both the risks and benefits of any procedures and discuss the plans with your medical practitioner before committing to any procedure abroad. If you are having a drink abroad, try to ensure drinks are poured from an original, sealed bottle. If I had they would have had access to my bank details. Keep your security settings or security software up to date on your computer and change your passwords regularly.Once you reach the age of 65 and live alone or with a person/s aged over 65 you are entitled to receive a monitored alarm system.But if you have younger people living in the house who are out for long periods of the day then because you are spending hours alone you are also entitled to the system provided that you are over 65. The free equipment is provided by Pobal following an application from Abbeyfeale Community Alert, there will be a monitoring fee to be paid from the second year of installation to the installing company of €72. Please note that this fee has increased by €6 and is payable in a lump sum each year after year one. Should you not have a landline the installing company Task provide a sim card at a rate of €7.50 per month payable from day one. Committee members are Michael O’Kelly N.T., Seamus Stack, Mossie Gleeson, Kathleen Collins, Mary McArthur, John O’Sullivan, Billy Quirke N.T., Cllr. Francis Foley, Susan Daly, Catherine Daly, Marian Harnett .Annette Collins.
