Moyvane Notes – 26th November, 2008

Niall Mellon Foundation:
This Friday over 2,000 volunteers leave for South Africa to help build 250 houses for the people who live in shacks in the townships. One of those travelling is our own Kevin Greaney. This is Kevin’s second time volunteering. He will spend a week working and helping to bring a new life to the locals who live in appalling conditions. To make this possible Kevin has to raise €5,000 and in the current climate that is not easy so if you feel you would like to help, any donation, no matter how small, would be appreciated. You all know where Kevin lives or you can drop it to Bingo in the Marian Hall this Thursday night where we will be putting a few bob together and it will be passed on. Last time Kevin was out there the one and only Chris Ewbank was on his team so good luck Kevin, keep up the good work and knowing you, you will bring a smile to many a face under the sunny South African sky. I’m sure you will look just gorgeous in your pink teeshirt, especially with your hair!

Senior Citizens:
Christmas dinner and party will be held in the Marian Hall on Sunday, December 7. Mass will be at 1p.m. followed by dinner and lots of entertainment and dancing to Stevie Donegan. Afternoon tea will be served later. To book contact Maureen at 068 49365 or Ita at 068 49134. This is a wonderful opportunity to salute our older generation and give them a day to remember. If you feel you can contribute anything to the occassion please feel free to do so.
 

Moyvane GAA:
The North Kerry Championship came to an abrupt halt for our seniors last Sunday on a dreadful day in Ballylongford. Moyvane were very disappointing on the day and were well beaten by Duagh in the quarter final. The final score was  Duagh (0-8)  Moyvane (0-2). Moyvane team and scorers: Chris Foley, Johnny Mulvihill, Mossy Mulvihill, Eoin O’ Flaherty, Denis Kennelly, William Madden, Eoin Stack, Michael O’ Connor, Diarmuid Leahy, Conor Flynn, Damien Flynn, Brian Stack, David Moloney, Cathal O’ Connor, Jackie Mulvihill (0-2).  Subs: Aidan Keane for Cathal O’ Connor and Seanie Lynch for David Moloney.
JUNIORS: Best of Luck to Moyvane B who play Asdee in Ballybunion on Saturday 29th November at 2:20pm in the Final of the Intermediate North Kerry Championship. GAA Lotto There was no winner in last Sunday night’s draw. The numbers drawn were 8   16   20   23. Lucky Dips €40 each Paudie O’Connor Direen, Athea. Michelle Dore, Woodgrove. Paddy Mulvihill, Adare. Leona Cox, Causeway. Helen Harris, Skehenerin, Listowel. Next Sunday’s draw will be held in Brosnan’s Bar at 10pm and the Jackpot will be €2,400

Senior Badminton:
In the Ladies League the Div 4 team defeated Listowel at home 5-1. Team Carolanne Warrilow, Mgt. O’Donnell, Francine Collins and Eleanor Sheehan,and defeated County (Tralee)in an extremely close encounter 308 points to 306. Team was Carolanne Warrilow, Francine Collins, Deirdre McElligott and Eleanor Sheehan. The Div.4 Men had a 3-3 draw with Listowel In Listowel, Team Christopher McCarthy, Ml. Torley, Sean Pender and Donnacha Moloney. They defeated County 8 sets to 7. Team here was Christopher McCarthy, Pat Walsh, Ml. Torley, and Donnacha Moloney.

Juvenile Badminton:
Congratulations to Elaine Hudson who was finalist in the u16 singles Championships in Tralee last week.
 

Shannonside NoName Club:
The club would like to thank everyone who gave so generously to their recent Church Gate collection. 
A special thanks to those who helped take  up the collection which amounted to €668.

Marian Hall Blotto:
No one matched the numbers drawn last Thursday night. They were 12   17   20   22. Lucky Dips: €100 Ellen Slemon, Feale Drive, Listowel.  €50 Rita Thornton, Listowel. €20 each Martin Hickey, Dirha East, Listowel. Helen O’Connor, Tarmons. Pat Mahon, Tarmons East. Bridie Heffernan, Tarmons East. Aodha & Fionn Mulvihill, Aughrim. Free Tickets: Mary Wallace, c/o Moyvane Bingo. Noreen Sheehy, Glenalappa. John Dore, Woodgrove. Kathleen Liston, Athea. Patsy Sheehy, Aughrim. This week’s draw will be held at Bingo on Thursday night and the Jackpot is €6,000. Congratulations to Ann Jones, Ballybunion who spun the wheel last week and won €800.

Macra na Feirme:
A start up meeting for the Listowel Branch of Macra will be held in the Listowel Arms Hotel this Friday night November 28 at 9pm. Anyone between the ages of 17 and 35 are welcome to attend. For further details contact Diane at 086 3872797.

Santa:
Don’t forget that Moyvane ICA are hosting this very special man in The Marian Hall on this Sunday, November 30 from 2 to 4 pm. Bring your little ones along to visit. There will be a cake sale, bric-a-brac sale, games to play and a raffle for a Christmas Hamper and many other prizes. Refreshments will be available. Next Wednesday is your chance to go shopping in Cork. Bus leaves at 7am from the village and you can book with Eileen Roche. Cost: €16.

Thomas Moore Festival:
The Thomas Moore Festival will take place in Knockanure Community Centre this Saturday evening at 8pm. This is an opportunity to celebrate the great poet who’s father was born in Moyvane. Moore’s Melodies will be performed by Michael Lang, Tenor, Emer Barry, Soprano, Maebh McMullan, Soprano accompanied by Clive Armstrong. Admission is €15. Your support would be greatly appreciated as this a fund raiser for the centre.