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Myshall GAA Clubs Lotto Results for 10/01/2012
This week's winning numbers: 2, 10, 12, 16
Next week's jackpot: €4200
Jackpot winner: No winner
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December 2011

MYSHALL PARISH MAGAZINE 2011
Thank you to all the clubs, individuals, the three schools, our generous sponsors and everyone who contributed in any way to this year’s Parish Magazine. As they say on television ‘the lines are now closed’ though committee members will still be working hard proofreading etc. to have the publication ready for Christmas and although it will be in full colour throughout it will still only cost €5! Now that’s what we call beating the recession!
MYSHALL DRUMPHEA SOCIAL HISTORY GROUP
There will be a short meeting of the above group in Myshall Community Centre at 8.30 p.m. on Tuesday Night next December 6th to plan a Christmas Get-together which will probably take place on Saturday December 17th with seasonal refreshments, chat and a review of the first year of this organization.
MYSHALL COMMUNITY CENTRE
The Hall committee are delighted to have our Senior Citizens back in the Hall for their Christmas Party again this year and to see so many clubs and organizations using the Centre at the moment. Remember there is a free Library available in the Small Hall with books by popular authors so help yourself – good times to browse are Monday mornings and Thursday nights while the bowling is taking place.
Bunclody Library Get to know James Joyce this Christmas at Bunclody Library! This Christmas at Bunclody Library we are inviting our borrowers to read one of Joyce’s short stories “The Dead”. This short story was first published in 1907 and tells the story of a married couple who attend an annual Christmas-season party at the home of two elderly aunts, an evening which ends in an epiphany for the married couple. On
Thursday the 15th of December at 7pm, we will be showing the acclaimed film adaption of Joyce’s short story. This film directed in 1987 by John Houston and starring his daughter Angelica and Donal McGann was nominated for an Academy Award (for Writing Adapted Screenplay) so it will be a treat for all Joyce fans.

The following week on Thursday the 22nd of December, multi award winning acclaimed author Claire Keegan will lead a discussion on both Joyce’s text and Houston’s film adaption. Come along and share your views on the text, the film and Joyce in general! Join us for this wonderful two part opportunity to experience the work of James Joyce as you may never have before. Booking is essential so book your place now 053 9375466
Reminder - Tax Forms CHY2 sent out earlier should be returned to the Parish Office as soon as possible.
Anniversary Masses for December will be as follows:
Myshall Church on Sunday December 18th at 11 am
Drumphea Church on Saturday December 31st at 7.30 pm
Please note Myshall Anniversary Mass is a week earlier than usual because of Christmas Day falling on the last Sunday.
Ministers of the Word
Training Course in Parish Centre Goresbridge. Tues 6th. Dec. from 7.30- 9.30 p.m. each night. New Readers and existing Readers are invited. We specially invite younger people.
Myshall Drumphea Senior Citizens Committee
Senior Citizens Christmas party in on Fri 9th Dec in Myshall Community
Centre, dinner will be served at 7pm. Those wishing to attend please give your name to any committee member. Also please note change of date for our Dec bingo night, it is a week early, 14th Dec.
Myshall Parent & Toddler Group is on every Friday 10.30 - 12.30 in the GAA Club House (upstairs), it provides a great opportunity to get to know other parents from Myshall and for children to play and get involved in a variety of activities. Childminders and Grandparents minding children are always welcome. Our Christmas party will be coming up in December so please coming along any Friday morning or Phone Niamh 086 3034264 for further information.
Bagenalstown Country Market every Saturday from 9 –12 in St. Mary’s Hall. Orders taken for Christmas cakes, puddings, birthday cakes, breads, jams, cakes, tarts etc.
St. Catherine's Community Services Centre, St. Joseph’s Road, Carlow Fundraiser will take place in Bombay Diner, Indian restaurant, on Barrack Street Carlow on the 8th of December. Tickets can be purchased for three time slots, 12pm-1pm, 1pm-2pm or 2pm-3pm at a cost of €10 from St. Catherine’s. All support is greatly appreciated.
Myshall & Drumphea Heritage
There will be a meeting of Myshall & Drumphea Heritage on Tuesday December 6th 2011 in Myshall Community Centre at 7-45 all members are asked to attend
As Tuesday December 14th 2010 was our very first meeting on the stage in
Myshall Community Centre, we will have a light hearted look back at the year past, and make plans for a an enjoyable evening sometime before Christmas to celebrate the year past.
Tops of the Parish 2012
Calling all people men women and children from all the towns lands in the parish and the catchment areas of Naomh Eoin GAA Club and Myshall Camogie Club to a meeting in Naomh Eoin GAA Club House on Monday November 5th at 7:45, to discuss the Tops of Parish for the coming year. All four areas that took part last year are asked to be represented and more people that want to take part this year, and people that like performing on stage are most welcome to come along to this meeting.
Blackstairs Vintage Club
There will be a meeting of Blackstairs Vintage Club on Wednesday December 7th in Roberts Lounge at 7-45 all members are asked to attend.
Christmas Holiday Hooley
At the Lord Bagenal Hotel Leighlinbridge on Wednesday 28th December.
Great Party Atmosphere with the ’Indian’s Showband’ Celebrating 40 years.
A night not to be missed. Adm €15 with tickets on sale at the door on the night.
Doors open 9 pm. Come early to avoid disappointment

November 2011

Indoor Monster Pigeon, Cage and Aviary Birds and Equipment Sale in Hacketstown Community Hall Co. Carlow on Sunday 27th November 2011. Enquiries to 086 8735092 or 059 6471442. Toilet Facilities and Tea & Coffee available on day. €3 entry, €5 per table. Doors Open at 9am to the Public.
Pilgrim Virgin Statue of Our Lady of Fatima
Will visit The Church of The Holy Cross on Friday November 25th at 7.30 pm.
Ireland Needs Fatima’s life-like statue of Our Lady of Fatima will be displayed for all to venerate. This Beautiful image of Our Blessed Mother and Her message will surely stir your soul. The Marian program features an inspiring audio– visual presentation on the 1917 miraculous Fatima apparitions, followed by a group Rosary. Ireland Needs Fatima custodians will be displaying a wide selection of fine religious articles, such as rosaries, and books.
Clothing Collection Dochas Nasamu, which is an Irish run and Irish built orphanage, in Nairobi, Kenya, are holding a used clothing appeal for their orphans, and their extended families.. The appeal should consist of - ladies, gents and childrens -clothes, shoes, household linens i.e. towels, sheets, blankets etc..Also, soft toys, handbags etc. This appeal will take place on Tuesday 22nd November, before 11o'clock, at Myshall Hall, and Drumphea Church Car park.
INTERNATIONAL EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS
The 3rd step in preparing for the Congress in June 2012 will take place soon. We have the special candle and the Congress Bell visited the diocese in Sept. A series of meetings reflecting on the Eucharist will take place shortly.
Leighlin Bridge Parish Centre on Thursday 17th. Nov from 8.15-9.30 p.m. OR
Goresbridge Parish centre on Tuesday 22nd Nov from 8-15-9.30 p.m.
The theme of the meetings is “Christ gathers us to listen, to hear, to be nourished and to be formed into a community by God’s Word”
All are invited and are most welcome to go to either of the centres, bring a friend.
Ministers of the Word.
Training Course in Parish Centre Goresbridge.
Tues 29th. Nov and Tues 6th. Dec. from 7.30- 9.30 p.m. each night.
New Readers and existing Readers are invited. We specially invite younger people.
Presentation De La Salle College Parents Council are presenting a ‘Cookery Demonstration’ by the very popular TV Chef Edward Hayden on Thursday 24th November 2011 at 8:00pm. Warm Mince Pies and Mulled Wine Reception. Adm €10. So come along for a great night of cooking.
CAR BOOT SALE - Presentation De La Salle College, Bagenalstown
The schools Parents Council is hosting a ‘Car Boot Sale’ in the school grounds on Saturday, 26th November 2011. If you like the idea of rummaging through peoples goods to find a bargain, then this is the place to be.. Come along from 10:00am – 1:00pm.. €20 per pitch – Free entry to buyers. To book a pitch call 059 9721860 during school hours.
Myshall Drumphea Senior Citizens Committee
Church gate collection will take place on Sat /Sun 26th/27th Nov 2011, your support will be greatly appreciated.
Christmas Party is on Friday 9th Dec 2011 in Myshall Community Centre, dinner will be served at 7PM.
MYSHALL PARISH MAGAZINE 2011 REMINDER
By now you should have your report, photos or advertisement for Myshall Parish Magazine ready to email to myshallmag@eircom.net or contact a member of the committee: Theresa Butler, Tommie Murphy, Peter Jordan, Sean Keogh or P.J. & Brigid Fox. We would still appreciate your help with photos e.g. any photos from a past year ending with a one e.g. 2001, 1991, 1981, etc. Modern photos of the Tops of the Parish, St. Patrick’s Day parade etc. would also be very gratefully received. All material will be returned as soon as the magazine is printed.
MYSHALL DRUMPHEA SOCIAL HISTORY GROUP
Mr. Michael Conry gave a very entertaining talk on all aspects of stonework in the general area of Myshall, Drumphea & Garryhill at the Social History Group meeting on Wednesday night last November 9th. The Group are very grateful to Michael and wish him well with his next publication which will be on ‘Frochan picking’ a chore that was very popular in this area many years ago. Now the group is turning its attention to Christmas and we hope to hold a Christmas Party showing pictures of all the trips taken during the year and a having a bit of chat about Christmas in the past – the date will be confirmed next week.
MYSHALL MUINTIR NA TIRE
Anyone with items that they no longer need that could be used/swopped by Tidy Towns Groups are asked to bring them to the Community Centre on Monday evening at 7 p.m. This is not a scrap collection but rather a collection of half full tins of paint, old garden furniture or any item that could be re-used in the community as the group will take part in a waste minimisation swop shop in Ballon on Tuesday November 22nd or alternatively contact Chairman P.J. Walsh.
Myshall Camogie Club
The Myshall girls had an outstanding game in Westmeath last weekend as they claimed the 2011 Leinster Club Championship beating Loughlene Gaels. It’s a fantastic achievement and they now go on to play Tara in the All Ireland Semi– Final. Thanks so much to all that travelled to support us last weekend. It was greatly appreciated.
Panel: Sheila Ryan, Joanne Joyce. Niamh Quirke, Pamela Whelan, Mairead Doyle, Kate Nolan, Fiona Jordan, Ciara Mullins, Tara Wilson, Olivia Jordan (0-1), Catherine Foley, Marian Doyle, Ciara Quirk (1-3), Olivia Maye (Captain) (1-1), Roisin Mullins, Shauna O’Rourke, Trisha Stacey, Amy Ryan, Miriam O’Brien, Treasa O’Neill, Nuala Quirke.
Myshall Flower Club presents A Christmas Gala Flower arranging demonstration in Myshall Community Centre on Monday 14th November at 8pm.
Admission is €8, including a mulled wine reception and refreshments afterwards. Demonstrator on the night will be Helen Lucas D.Dip A.O.I.F.A.
All arrangements made during the demonstration will be raffled and a donation from the proceeds will be given our chosen charity, which this year is Multiple Sclerosis.
Bowls: Anyone interested in playing bowls, we are starting to play on Thursday evenings. Starting Thursday 3rd November at 7.30pm in Myshall community centre. Anyone over 55 is most welcome. There will be no bowls on Monday the 31st Oct due to the bank holiday, back on Monday the 7th at 11am.
Wanted: Unused tools and equipment
The Homeward Bound programme at the St. Vincent de Paul Hostel in Carlow is a project which provides activities, training and support to the men who are living at the Monastery Hostel. The programme aims to equip the men with some of the life skills necessary to enable them to make the transition from the Hostel to independent living.

In light of this we are currently in the process of transforming a small garage into a DIY and Craft Workshop. The skills learned in the Workshop will enable the men to carry out practical maintenance around their own home as well as providing a much needed source of leisure activity as they move towards independent living. Jimmy Deely, the programme Facilitator hopes that the good people of Carlow and the surrounding areas can help to transform the garage by donating any unused hand tools and DIY equipment to the Workshop Project. These may include general hand tools from the carpentry, plumbing, engineering and electrical areas well as general DIY tools which people may have bought from some of the large discount supermarkets with the best of intentions, but are now lying unused in a shed.

Jimmy adds “So if you have any equipment which is in reasonable condition and is gathering dust in your shed, donating to us will help you de-clutter your garage and at the same time provide some much needed support to this very worthwhile project.” All those from the Monastery Hostel would like to thank the public in advance for their help in bringing this Workshop to life. Donations may be dropped to the Monastery Hostel on the Dublin Rd in Carlow between 9am and 9pm, and should anyone require any advice on the suitability of their items, please do not hesitate to call Jimmy Deely on 059 9164344 or 087 9429038

October 2011

Myshall Community Games: Do your Trick and Treating at a scary Halloween Disco in Myshall Community Centre October 31st from 6 –8 pm. Admission €2. Prizes, Games, Goodies- you name it0 and we’ll have it in a way you’ll never expect!! So come along and have some fun. There’s even a prize for the Scariest Mammy/Daddy!!
Looking forward to a bloody good night.
Miseal Juvenile GAA—Special Thanks to all those that helped make the show a great success...,to all those that helped out on the night, the ladies that helped with hair and makeup... Sinead Noland, Claire Hosey, Angie Dobie and Liz and Johanne Bowes, to our wonderful models, parents and children and those that gave generously to our raffle. Also thanks to all the shops that supplied the clothing and special Thanks to our very own local designer Sheila McEvoy.
Full list of Sponsors in next weeks issue
The Teachers and Parents of the Myshall National School would like to thank the BLACKSTAIRS VINTAGE CLUB for their very generous donation of 1500 euros, which will go towards computers for our school, this donation is a mighty boost to our fundraising, many thanks again to the Blackstairs Vintage Club and all it's members
The Parents and Teachers of the Myshall National School would like to say CONGRATULATIONS to the 5th and 6th class boys who won the Cumann na mBunsol final last Saturday in Tinryland against Ardattin. The team were Tadgh Daly,
James Smithers, William Nolan, Gavin Ruschitzko, Gerard Brennan, Fiach Nolan, Shane Fitzgerald, River Harmon, David Nolan, Anthony Sullivan, Cathal Nolan,
Conor Smithers, Keelan Cunningham and Michael Kavanagh. It was a great win, WELL DONE LADS......also thank you to their couch Mr O'Seochru and to the parents for the continuous support and lefts to matches.....A special presentation will be in the near future for the team..........
MYSHALL COMMUNITY CENTRE
Myshall Hall Committee would like to thank everyone who supported their Social Night on Saturday October 22nd. Thanks to all who bought and sold tickets, to those who donated refreshments or raffle prizes and a special word of thanks to everyone who came on the night. We hope you enjoyed yourselves. The committee have set up a ‘FREE LIBRARY’ in the Small Hall section of the Community Centre. At any time the Centre is open you are free to take a book to read, return it when you are finished or bring a different one instead or as well. There is no charge and there is no record taken of ‘your loan’ as it is just a community service for people who like to read. Enjoy!
MYSHALL/DRUMPHEA SOCIAL HISTORY GROUP
On Wednesday night November 9th Michael Conroy will be a guest speaker in the new Community Centre in Drumphea commencing at 8 p.m. and the discussion will feature among other items stone work in the Myshall/Drumphea/Garryhill area and the meeting is open to everyone. The December meeting will focus on Christmas traditions and customs – more details later.
MYSHALL PARISH MAGAZINE 2011
At the first meeting of the Parish Magazine 2011 Committee, it was decided to produce our 18th edition in full colour throughout. This will certainly make the Magazine very attractive but it does have its disadvantages as it means (a) all items must be with the committee by November 18th and (b) photographs should be of a good quality. We intend keeping the price at €5 so the valuable contribution of advertisers will, as always, be gratefully appreciated.
Naturally we want every club to have its annual report with us but we would also welcome other items ranging from historical items to modern times, travel news, short stories, views, reviews, etc. The next meeting takes place on Monday 31st October in the Community Centre at 8.30 p.m. and we welcome new members or just some new ideas.
PRIDE OF PLACE
On Thursday night October 20th the Carlow Pride of Place awards were given out to many communities in the County. Myshall/Drumphea area received the following prizes: Burial Grounds In Use: Lismaconly 3rd; Burial Grounds Not in use: Joint 2nd Thomple Moling, & Drumphea Angel’s Graveyard; 3rd Church of the Holy Cross Myshall; Floral Pride Category B: 3rd Myshall & Myshall N.S. was a semi-finalist in the School’s Section of the Litter League. Congratulations to everyone involved in the above but special congratulations to Mairead Kavanagh, Drumphea who was joint winner of the Individual Pride of Place Award. Carlow County Council are organising a ‘Community Swop Shop’ in Ballon Community Centre on November 22nd and if anyone has any old garden tools, spare half tins of paint, old garden furniture etc. that might be of use to a Community Group then please contact a member of the local Muintir Na Tíre who can take it off your hands and perhaps use it in our own community or swop it for something else that might be useful with another community group as it’s all about waste minimisation.
Drumphea NS "Hard luck to Drumphea School girls who were narrowly beaten by Clonegal in the Cumann Na Mbunscol Football Competition on Saturday, the 21st October last. Thanks to Theo Kearney for all his help!
Also, Well done to Myshall boys."
FOLLOW THE CROWDS to one of Irelands top attractions. DEREK RYAN will be on stage with his band at THE LORD BAGENAL HOTEL, Leighlinbridge on WEDNESDAY 9th
NOVEMBER for the launch of his second album ‘Made of Gold’ with special guests, Jimmy Buckley, Philomena Begley and Damien Bowe. Compere—James Lakes KCLR. Doors open 8.45 pm. Dancing till late. A night with the stars not to be missed.
Myshall Juvenile Club
Preparations are all under way in the organising of the Juvenile Fashion Show which will be held in the Lord Bagenal Hotel on Wednesday 19th October at 8.30pm.. Models both male and female are all members of the Myshall, Drumphea and Garryhill community, and will be modeling clothes from various shops from Bagenalstown, Carlow and Arboretum Leighlinbridge. including sports wear from JF Sports, Naomh Eoin and Miseal Juvenile club wear, and the highlight of the evening is Bridal and debs wear from Sheila McEvoy. This is not only a ladies night out men will also enjoy the style and entertainment on the night. Tickets are 15euro are on sale in various shops etc and from people around the community. There will be various spot prizes, a door prize and a raffle on the night. For further queries or prize donations please contact Catherine Hosey on 087 6129518 or Mick Redmond on 086 2300152, all donations will be greatly appreciated and all funds raised will go back into the Juvenile Club for the day to day running of the club, ie. buses to various blitz outside the county, hurls, hurl repairs, sliothers, footballs and all equipment required for the club and for the club school/ coaching programme.
The club school programme started up last week with a selected member of the community, who has been trained by An Coiste Carlow, to go into the three schools involved in the local GAA, and help promote and develop hurling football and camogie skills with the children in first and second classes. We look forward to a great evenings entertainment and to your support.
Myshall Camogie Club
Congratulations to our Senior Camogie Team who last Saturday won their 12th consecutive Senior County Final defeating Mount Leinster Rangers in Spellman Park. The girls will now go forward to the Lenister competition to play the Kildare champions. Panel: Shiela Ryan, Fiona Jordan, Niamh Quirke, Trisha Stacey, Pamela Whelan, Joanne Joyce, Mairead Doyle, Ciara Mullins, Tara Wilson, Roisín Mullins, Catherine Foley, Marian Doyle, Ciara Quirke, Olivia Maye, Nuala Quirke, Miriam O'Brien, Amy Ryan, Shauna O Rourke, Olivia Jordan and Kate Nolan. A big thanks to Mark Brennan, Tom Quirke and Mary Nolan for their work in bringing home the cup. We would also like to thank the supporters who came out in the torrential rain last Sunday.
Myshall Camogie Girls wish the Naomh Eoin minor and senior hurlers the best of luck in their finals on Sunday.
Myshall Badminton Club 2011-2012 Programme
Juvenile Badminton: (from 8 years) The season will commence on Saturday the 1st October in Myshall Community Centre from 4pm to 6pm. Registration forms will be available on this date and fees are the same as last season: Annual Insurance €20
Training Fee €2 per session.
The 1st session on Saturday the 1st will paid for by the Club so this is an opportunity for your child to try out the game before committing to join.
Please ensure runners are worn, if your child does not have a badminton racket we can assist at this session and one of the committee will advise.

Adult Badminton: The season will commence on Tuesday 4th October in Myshall Community Centre – drop in anytime between 9pm & 11pm. Registration forms will be available on this date and fees are the same as last season: Annual Insurance €35
Training Fee €3 per session
The 1st session on Tuesday the 4th will paid for by the Club so take this opportunity to try out the game and have some fun!
Please wear runners and rackets will be provided on this night if you don’t have one. There will be members of the committee there to assist.

Student & Adult Badminton: (From Secondary School to Adult) Starting on Friday the 7th October in Myshall Community Centre – drop in anytime between 9pm & 11pm. Fees & details as above –18yrs & over – adult rates apply.
Under 18yrs – juvenile rates apply 1st night free
Texas Hold’em Fundraiser: Our annual fundraiser for this season will take place on Friday 28th October at 8.30pm sharp in Myshall Community Centre. This was a great success last season and promises to be even better this time with large cash prizes, refreshments and because it is the Halloween Bank Holiday weekend some spooky surprises!!! This fundraiser is important for the club in order to help us keep membership costs etc to a minimum – funds raised go to purchase of shuttles & equipment, coaching & training fees to keep us in line with Badminton Union of Ireland requirements & competitions for adults & kids - so your support is greatly appreciated!

September 2011

Naomh Eoin Senior Hurling Final excitement has hit the parish for the first time in six years after our great semi-final win over a gallant St. Mullins team last weekend. The panel are training hard for the final which will take place on the 2nd October. All supporters are asked to show their black and amber colours in the run up to the final. A limited number of replica Naomh Eoin jerseys are available for sale from Michael Whelan (087 9034937). UP THE BLACK AND AMBER
Myshall Garden Club will hold their next meeting on Monday Night, 19th September in the Community Centre at 8pm. Guest speaker for the night will be Alex Corcoran, who will give a talk on Alovera. There will be a raffle and cuppa, all welcome.

August 2011

Myshall Camogie Club
Would you like to win a Tipperary or Kilkenny GAA jersey for only €2. Myshall Camogie Club are holding their annual All-Ireland Jersey Draw. Tickets are €2 and are available in local shops and pubs. Draw takes place on Sat 3rd of Sept. Your support would be greatly appreciated.
Women’s Circuit Training: Autumn Course Commencing! Monday the 5th September at 8.15 pm in the GAA Club House. €25 for the course, registration Week 1 or €8 per session. New members welcome. See you there or for further information contact Lillian.
Myshall Garden Club last garden visit will take place on Sunday Aug 28th to Kiltegan. Meeting in Myshall at 2.15 pm. All are welcome.
Congratulations to Ger Keogh, Aclare on his recent victory at Tullamore Show where he won the title ‘Traditional Framer of the Year’.
Indoor Bowls: The Senior Citizens Committee have secured sponsorship from County Carlow Sports Partnership for Indoor Bowls as a physical activity for the older people of our Community. Mr. Stephen Rodgers from the Tullow Active Retirement Group will kindly give his time free to show us how the game is played. In Tullow people from 50 years upwards are playing with their oldest player 96 yrs old!! Stephen will give a demonstration on Monday next, 29th August at 11am in Myshall Community Centre. You are invited to come along on Monday, see how the game is played & witness the enjoyment that can be obtained from this activity. It is then hoped to organise a group to that people can play the game on a weekly basis at a suitable time.
MYSHALL/DRUMPHEA SOCIAL HISTORY GROUP
Details of the Past & Present Pleasure Night for Heritage Week have now been confirmed for Friday August 26th and will commence with an Ecumenical Ceremony at St. Finian’s Church Ruins at 7 p.m. followed by refreshments at 8 p.m. in the Community Centre where we will show a film of times past, display of photos and end with a sing-song. Everyone is invited and your contribution to the chat, music or song would be welcome or you might just like to offer the pleasure of your company – in any event we hope to see you at some time on Friday August 26th.
MYSHALL COMMUNITY CENTRE
At the August meeting of Myshall Hall Committee a programme of events for the winter months was drawn up which includes an Adult Halloween Social Night on October 22nd and a Christmas Craft Fair & Bazaar on December 4th. Bookings can now be made by any club that wishes to use the Hall over the winter months and we are delighted to welcome Myshall Montessori to the what was formerly the Crisp Centre starting from early September. The Community Centre is also available for family functions – Sacramental Celebrations, Funeral receptions or parties and bookings for these particular events should be made with the Chairperson P.J. Walsh at 0876213745 or Secretary Theresa Butler.
TÚS PROGRAMME
The Tús initiative is a community work placement scheme providing short-term working opportunities for unemployed people. The work opportunities are to benefit the community and are to be provided by community and voluntary organisations. All the work carried out by participants in the Tús scheme must benefit the community. The types of projects eligible for the scheme may include: social care, supervision of community & sporting projects, work in support of cultural and heritage activities etc. Any club or community group from Myshall or Drumphea may of course apply themselves or we could hold a meeting with all interested parties, find out our overall needs and have a more cohesive approach from the parish and perhaps increase our chances of securing suitable personnel – if interested in the latter please ring Brigid at 059 9157711 before August 25th with a view to holding a meeting with the area organiser Keith Darcy.

Video Archive

Joe Nolan, formerly of Shangarry, has sent us in some archive video of his uncle Fr. P.J. Nolan's ordination day and first mass blessing of the people of Myshall Parish, Co. Carlow. The video was recorded by Joe's uncle, Tom Nolan. Recorded on June 12th 1965, it also includes some footage of the village and surrounding areas as it was back then. You may recognise some of the people featured..

June 2011

Myshall Garden Club
Myshall Garden Club will hold their annual BBQ in the Millenium Garden Myshall on Monday 20th June at 7.30pm. A great evening is assured with food, music and dancing. To book a ticket phone Margaret on 0879734561 or Ann on 059 9727221.
Apostolic Workers
The Diocese of Kildare and Leighlin Apostolic Work Society's annual display and sale of work will be held in Myshall on Sunday June 19th, commencing with mass in the Church of the Holy Cross at 3pm followed by display and sale of work in the community centre. There will be a cake sale, raffle and brick-a-brack, etc plus refreshments. All are welcome. There are draw cards on sale, for more details contact Margaret.
"The Field" Returns to Myshall. ( In aid of Drumphea National School ) Killoughternane Drama Group Presents THE FIELD By John B. Keane. Performance in Myshall Community Hall on Saturday 11th June. Admission : €10 Time will be advised closer to date.
Scrap Saturday 18/06/2011 – in aid of Drumphea N.S. Building Fund.
Do you have any old Scrap Metal, Cars, Washing Machines or, anything made from metal you need to dispose of? Well now is your chance to have this taken away for free!. Drumphea PTA can organize disposal of this waste for you free of charge. Collect of all waste can be arranged.
If you would like to talk to us about this please contact one of the following:-
James – Stephen - Andy - Thank you for your interest and support in advance.
Annual Sponsored Walk – in aid of Drumphea N.S. Building Fund. Walk will take place on Saturday 11/06/2011. Commencing at 11.00 am at Nine Stones and walk down to Drumphea N.S. All are welcome to take part and your support would be greatly
appreciated. ‘In The Mood’ with Córmíosa Choir.
Myshall ICA Tour to Killarney from Sunday 12/6/2011 to Thursday16/6/2011 staying at Gleneagle Hotel and Leisure Centre for four nights -Bus, Dinner B&B with tour each day. Price €330. Non members welcome. Some places still available. Deposit €100.
Total to be paid by 7th June . Contact Ann 0879404194 or Mary 0599727411.
Women’s Pilates Training New 6 week course will commence on Wednesday next the 8th June at 8.15 pm in the GAA Club House. €25 for the course, registration on night 1.
New members welcome. For further information please contact Lillian on 086 8636067.
Myshall Drumphea Heritage Group Next walk on Fri June 3rd, assembling at Garryhill Handball Alley at 6.30 pm. All welcome.
St. Finian special celebration in Clonard, Co. Meath on Sun June 19th with open air Mass at 3.30 pm. Anyone interested should contact the group by June 8th. Fr. Alfie Murphy will deliver the homily on St. Finian. It is proposed that the parish would present water from the Clashavegh River where St. Finian was baptised as well as a St. Finian memento to the people of Clonard.

* We will have more photos from this event later on in the week

May 2011

Myshall Parent & Toddler Group meet on Friday mornings @10.30am upstairs in the GAA Club House for parents, grandparents and childminders and children from birth to school age, new members always welcome.
Parish Child Protection Policy 2011—The Child Protection Policy which was introduced last year in our parish has been renewed again recently. The contact numbers for the Myshall/ Drumphea Designated Team and all other relevant contact numbers are displayed in all parish churches, schools & parish centres.
Annual Angel's Mass in on Fri 10th June 2011 at 7.30 pm, more details later.
"The Field" Returns to Myshall. ( In aid of Drumphea National School ) Killoughternane Drama Group Presents THE FIELD By John B. Keane. Performance in Myshall Community Hall on Saturday 11th June. Admission : €10 Time will be advised closer to date.
Scrap Saturday 18/06/2011 – in aid of Drumphea N.S. Building Fund.
Do you have any old Scrap Metal, Cars, Washing Machines or, anything made from metal you need to dispose of?. Well now is your chance to have this taken away for free!. Drumphea PTA can organize disposal of this waste for you free of charge. Collect of all waste can be arranged.
If you would like to talk to us about this please contact one of the following:-
James – Stephen - Andy - . Thank you for your interest and support in advance.
Annual Sponsored Walk – in aid of Drumphea N.S. Building Fund. Walk will take place on Saturday 11/06/2011. Commencing at 11.00 am at Nine Stones and walk down to Drumphea N.S. All are welcome to take part and your support would be greatly
appreciated. ‘In The Mood’ with Córmíosa Choir
Myshall ICA Tour to Killarney from Sunday 12/6/2011 to Thursday16/6/2011 staying at Gleneagle Hotel and Leisure Centre for four nights -Bus, Dinner B&B with tour each day. Price €330. Non members welcome. Some places still available. Deposit €100.
Total to be paid by 7th June . Contact Ann 0879404194 or Mary 0599727411.
Myshall Montessori is now running a homework club from 2 pm to 6 pm Monday to Friday. It will run on a trial basis until the end of June. For further enquiries contact
Fidelma.
Myshall Garden Club will start their evening Garden Visits on Monday May 30th with a visit to Stonewell Garden, Rathvilly. We will meet at the Community Centre Myshall at 6.45 pm. Members & non members are welcome.
Paddy’s Bouncing Castles to Hire for all occasions. Contact 059 977343
Gardening & Landscaping Service available . All your garden needs catered for, pruning, hedge ,cutting sowing grass, lawn mowing, spraying etc. Call 087 7771700
Parents Seminar Carlow County Childcare Committee are hosting a seminar for parents on Wednesday 8th June at 7.30pm in Enterprise House, O’Brien Road, Carlow. This seminar will provide information on what to expect from a quality childcare/early year’s service. You will gain information on the free preschool year, preschool
regulations and quality in Early Years (Síolta & Aistear). This seminar is aimed at parents whose child is in preschool or about to start preschool. Booking is essential! To book your place, please call Carlow County Childcare Committee on 059-9140244.
Knock Summer Festival 2011 ‘Fuel For the Journey’– June 24—26th. This festival is a three day event and over the three days there will be talks, workshops, prayer,
reflection, music & much more. It is a chance to come away & explore, ignite & celebrate your faith. The festival is for all people ages 18—35. The cost of the weekend is €70– this includes your food & accommodation. For more information contact the Youth Ministry at 094 9388100.
Look for us on Facebook or www.knock-shrine.ie/youthfestival
Miseal Juvenile Club
Valerie Creane will hold a registration night in Myshall GAA Club House on Wednesday 8th June at 6.30pm for the up coming GAA hurling, football and Camogie Cul Camps being held in Myshall this Summer. Any information in relation to the camp will be provided on the night.
MYSHALL/DRUMPHEA PARISH SPORTS
All roads lead to Myshall for the Annual Field Day and Sports which will be held on June 5th in the Lawn. There will be FREE RACES for all ages including of course the Mother’s and Father’s races! There are numerous sideshows planned and the evening will conclude with the Pride of the Parish Fancy Football Tournament with HRH The Queen returning to referee the event and it is unknown what other celebrities will attend! Draw cards are in circulation at the moment and thank you to everyone who has supported us so far. Items for the Bottle Stall and Lucky Dip may be left in to any of the schools or to the next meeting which will take place in the Community Centre on Monday night next May 30th at 9 p.m.
MYSHALL HALL COMMITTEE
The monthly meeting of Myshall Hall Committee will take place on Thursday June 2nd at 8.30 p.m. in the Community Centre. All welcome.

March 2011

La Fheile Padraig With St. Patricks Day fast approaching preparations are falling in to place for the Myshall & Drumphea St. Patrick’s day parade. The parade will be after second mass and all will assemble at the Naomh Eoin GAA club
House and it will be coming up around the ‘corner’ at 12-00 noon This years Grand Marshall is none other than Richie Kavanagh “Face her for Mt. Leinster” fame. The popular Art competition for all pupils in the three National Schools, Drumphea, Myshall and Garryhill is on going and will conclude on Wednesday March 9th. All entries will be displayed in shop windows in the village.

All clubs organisations, companies, business and individuals are encouraged to put in a strong effort to have good marching displays or floats on view, simple but effective, with plenty of colour, possibly “fourty shades of green,”and all are encouraged to keep the costs down. Tell your friends to come to Myshall on St. Patricks Day for a great parade There will be a lively bit of street entertainment as well . The Parade belongs to the Parish. Please let any of the organising committee know two or three days before hand that you are taking part. All people are encouraged to wear the Shamrock on the day.

February 2011

Tops of the Parish The final two shows in the Naomh Eoin Tops of the Parish take
place this Friday evening in Myshall Community Centre starting at 7-45. First show
on stage are the town lands of Myshall, St. Olivers, Mountain View, The Meadows,
Aclare, Ballinacrea, Knockbrack, Ullard Coolnasheaguan, Rossacurra. The second show on stage, are the town lands of Shangarry, Lismaconly, Ballaghmore, Tourtane. Another great nights entertainment Adm. 5 euro.

Naomh Eoin GAA Club would like to sincerely thank all the people from all the town
lands that took part with the four areas, for their talents and entertainment, also to the people in the four areas that worked to produce the shows. A special word of thanks to all the people that came to watch and support all the shows. Tops of the Parish is about bringing out the great talent and skills of all our people, young and not so young have and to share them with the community. They also leave great lasting
memories.

January 2011

Carlow County Council wishes to advise consumers on the Central regional water supply that the water supply will be off from 9:30-5 Tuesday 25th of January to facilitate essential repair works. The following areas will be affected; Fenagh, Kildavin, Clonegal, Ballon, Myshall, Garyhill, Newtown & Kilbride.
Tops Of The Parish A meeting will be held in Garryhill Handball Club on
Monday Jan 24th at 7.30 pm for anyone young & old from the Drumphea,
Milltown, Booldurragh, Garryhill, Knockindrane, Seskin & Rathnageera areas
interested in taking part in this years Tops of the Parish. All welcome
Myshall & Drumphea Heritage
The second meeting of Myshall & Drumphea Heritage was held on Tuesday.
The people present looked at some excellent video footage of events in the parish going back over forty five years and it is expected that there will be a night for all the Parish to come and enjoy looking at all events, and they might see themselves on screen. The date is not finalised as yet but it will be in March.
There is still some wonderful video material through the Parish and beyond and we would very kindly ask people to share it with us for the Parish to see.
There was a proposition of walking the routes of the different Mass Paths throughout the Parish during the summer evenings with local people pointing out various land marks, taking photographs and parts video taped, with the photos and tapes put on display at the end of the year.
Maps were looked at and they showed a lot of dwelling houses in different places and there is not a trace of some of them today. There were other great topics touched on and will come up again.
The people present at the meeting found it very enjoyable as the time flew. The next meeting is Tuesday the 15th of February. Venue will be announced later. This meeting is open to every one to come along, and we need help and information and news from every one in the parish. It’s our own Story.
Naomh Eoin
The long awaited intermediate hurling final between Naomh Eoin and
St. Mullins will be on Saturday next January 29th at Dr. Cullen Park at 2-30.
The SFL Div 2 Final will be on Saturday February 5th at 3-00 in Dr. Cullen Park.
The best of luck to the lads in both finals, If they win these two finals, they will have won six titles in 2010 and fifteen competitions is the full total in Carlow, go for it lads.
Michael Neary will be Coach and Manager for 2011.
The Naomh Eoin, Myshall Camogie, and Myshall Ladies Football, dinner dance get together will be on Friday March 4th 2011 in the Talbot Hotel.
Congratulations to Brian Murphy, Adam Kenny, and Ciara Quirke, on being
presented with their player of the year awards, and Eoin Nolan playing on the Ireland Shinty team. The presentations were made on Saturday last at the 21st Carlow GAA Awards Presentation in The Lord Bagenal, Leighlinbridge.
Miseal Juvenile GAA due to unforeseen circumstances Miseal Juvenile club AGM has been changed to Thursday night the 27th of January in the GAA club house at 8pm sharp. anyone interested in helping out with the club in any way during the year are welcome to attend.
Trainers required in all age groups from under 6 to u 16 in both hurling and football in Miseal Juvenile Club. Anyone interested in coming on board and helping with training in any of the age groups please contact Mick Redmond or Catherine Hosey. Foundation courses in hurling and football will be starting in February for those interested and are run by county trainers so please let us shortly and we can put your names forward to attend
Myshall Camogie Club are holding a Cabaret in Roberts' Lounge, Myshall on the 19th of February. Admission is E2 on the night and there will be a Door Prize and a raffle on the night. Music will be by DJ Colm Holmes. Tickets available from all club members. Your support will be greatly appreciated.
Our cabaret before Christmas was postponed due to the bad weather and replacement tickets will given out to replace the old ones.
Last Saturday night Ciara Quirke had a great night at the awards night in the Lord Bagenal where she received the Senior Camogie Player of the Year award. The club would like to congratulate Ciara on this well deserved award. Well done Ciara!!
Men’s Circuit Training starting soon in Myshall!. Suitable for all ages and levels of fitness. Fully Qualified instructor from Eire Og Gym. Classes will run over 6 weeks on either a Monday or Wednesday from 9.30pm to 10.30pm depending on demand. Price for the course will be approx. €25 i.e. 6 sessions of 1 hour. Limited places so book soon by contacting. Jim on 087 1249566
Closing date: Friday 28th January, 2011
Myshall/Drumphea Badminton Club New members and beginners welcome. Club nights: Adults (16+years) Tuesdays in Myshall Community hall @ 8-11pm (Refreshments provided) , Thursdays in Drumphea School @
8-11pm €3 per session . Juveniles (Third class up) Saturdays in Myshall Community Hall @ 4-6pm. €2 per session. Shuttles provided by club.
Come along and have some fun, make new friends and improve fitness!
For further information please contact 085 8167086
Myshall National School will walk to school at 9.10 am on Wednesday next January 26th from the Community Hall. It will be our first W.O.W ( Walk On Wednesday) Day. We want to promote environmentally friendly ways of travelling such as walking, cycling, car pooling or park & stride as we work to achieve our fourth Green Flag.
Pilates Classes for women starting in Naomh Eoin on Wed Jan 24th from 8.15—9.15 pm. 6 weeks for €25. Names must be registered in advance as there are a limited number of spaces available. Contact Lillian O’Brien 086 8636067 for details and to register.
Carlow County Council
Would you like to reduce the amount of food you waste? Did you know that the average Irish household throws out €700 - €1000 of food every year? Do you know the most common foods we throw out?

If you want to find out more about food waste and how to avoid and save money why not come along to our free workshop 7pm on Wednesday 16th February 2011 in the Council Chambers, County Buildings, Carlow.

The talk offers participants an overview of food waste prevention techniques for the home and an introduction to the various home composting methods available today. Each participant will get a stop food waste brochure for further reading. This talk is ideal for anyone who wants to prevent food waste, save money and make compost!

The workshop is also a valuable tool for all of the National Tidy Towns entrants in relation to the waste minimisation category.

Please note that places are limited so sign up as soon as possible!!!!!

To register please contact Fionnghuala Ryan (Environmental Awareness Officer) on 9136240 or email: fryan@carlowcoco.ie or Jannette O’Brien (Community & Enterprise) on 9136208 or email: jobrien@carlowcoco.ie.
To All Community/Tidy Towns Groups
Please be advised that the deadline for CCDP call for funding is fast approaching. The final date for application is 21st January 2011.

I am very conscious that funding within the Local Authority is severely restricted for 2011 and it is extremely important for ALL groups to tap into funding or training opportunities where ever they present themselves.

I spoke to Edel Galvin in Carlow CCDP who informed me that there are significant numbers of applications arriving in. In the interest of moving forward, it is imperative that the active Tidy Towns groups avail of this opportunity offered by CCDP.

If you have any queries Edel can be contacted on 059-9720733 or Jannette on 059-9136203.
Carlow County Council
NOTICE 1
Recycle your Christmas tree for free at Powerstown Landfill and Recycling Centre.

Powerstown Opening Hours
Open: Wed – Fri: 8.30am to 4.00pm
Sat: 8.30am to 12.30pm
Closed: Sun, Mon & Tues

Recycle the rest of your Christmas waste for €2.

NOTICE 2
ENVIRONMENTAL GRANT SCHEME 2011

Applications are invited from Community Groups, Tidy Towns/Village Committees, Residents Associations, Schools and other organisations, who are engaged in or intending to engage in environmental works or anti litter initiatives in their localities. Works should not be on private property and must be of benefit to the community. Please note that proposals, which have previously received grant-aid, may not be considered for further funding. Schools must be registered and participating in Green Schools Programme and/or participating in Carlow’s Pride of Place 2011. All applicants MUST be members of Carlow Community & Voluntary Forum.

FULL DETAILS & APPLICATION FORM RELATING TO THE ABOVE GRANT SCHEME CAN BE OBTAINED FROM:

COMMUNITY & ENTERPRISE DEPARTMENT,
CARLOW COUNTY COUNCIL,
COUNTY OFFICE, ATHY ROAD, CARLOW.

Phone (059)9136210, 9136203 or 9170300 Fax: (059) 9141503
E Mail: jobrien@carlowcoco.ie
Web- site: www.carlow.ie

CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF COMPLETED APPLICATIONS IS
5p.m. Monday, 28th FEBRUARY, 2011.
Congratulations
Congratulations and well done to Naomh Eoin's Brian ‘Red’ Murphy, intermediate footballer of the year, Adam Kenny intermediate hurler of the year, and Ciara Quirke Myshall Camogie Club, camogie player of the year, for the 2010 Carlow GAA Awards Presentation, well done to all three who were excellent during the year. The awards will be presented on Saturday January 15th 2011 at the Lord Bagenal Leighlinbridge, starting at 7-30. Tickets for the function are 25 euro each and all winners would appreciate all support on the night. Eoin Nolan who played on the Irish Shinty team will also receive a memento.
We also congratulate Peter Roberts from our neighbouring club Kildavin who gets the hall of fame award.
Naomh Eoin Tops of the Parish
The snow is gone we hope and now its time for training and practicing and putting together the shows for the Tops of the Parish. They were excellent last year.
The Tops of the Parish is open to every one young and old from all the town lands in the parish and on the edge of the parish to perform on stage, as well as people from the Parish who are living away. To get the ball rolling there will be a general meeting for all to come on Monday January 3rd 2011 at the GAA Club house at 8-00pm.
The dates for the Tops are Saturday February 19th and Saturday February 26th 2011..
The date for the Carlow Senior Scor Final is Saturday February 12th 2011.
MYSHALL PARISH MAGAZINE
There are still a few copies of Myshall Parish Magazine for sale from the committee members and in the local shops and thanks to all these shops for selling the magazines at no extra charge. Thanks too to all who contributed in any way to this year’s edition, many of whom have been supporting us since our first edition in 1993. The committee would like to take this opportunity to wish one and all a very Happy New Year.
MYSHALL COMMUNITY CENTRE
Myshall Hall Committee would like to thank everyone who supported our Cabaret in Roberts’ Lounge on St. Stephen’s Night. Special Thanks to the Roberts family for the use of the Lounge, to Myshall Inn and Dynamic Engineering for sponsoring the raffle prizes and to Joe Rooney for providing the music. Raffle Prize winners were: Margaret O’Toole, Tom Fox, Ciaran Nolan, Mary Jordan and Anne-Marie O’Toole. We look forward to meeting our young friends again at a Juvenile New Year’s Disco on Friday January 7th. Entry is €2 and there will be a shop in the Hall on the night. The theme is ‘Glitz and Glamour’ and there will be some festive prizes for the best dressed under this theme. Happy New Year everyone!