CAHIR NOTES 2ND JUNE 10 TREES IN THE SQUARE. It has been suggested by the South Tipperary County Council under the town enhancement scheme that the trees in the Square be removed. Cllr Seanie Lonergan is vehemently opposed to this move, as are the majority of the townspeople. The Cllr. urges people to voice their opinion in the suggestion box at Cahir Library. The County Council is contravening their own forward plan by attempting this, as the trees are a protected entity. Cllr Lonergan says that this move will be met with strong opposition. CAHIR ACTIVE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION. Results of "25" Card Game held in the McAuley Room on Friday 28th June.   1st with 10 games were Paschal O'Dwyer and Michael Tobin. 2nd with 9 games were Lexie Sheehan and Teddy Dillon. On the Lucky Table was Peg Reidy, Agnes Hyland. Nellie Burke, Rupert Guirey. Raffle results, Paddy Holleran, Red Burke.   The next game will take place on Friday 4th June. The next Monthly Meeting will take place on Wednesday 2nd June at 2.30 p.m. in the McAuley Room.  New members and visitors welcome.   Our Fitness and welfare program is ongoing at Duneske Leisure Centre in Cahir. Sessions take place at 11am each Thursday. All members and interested people are welcome to this beneficial activity.   Outdoor bowling at the Cahir all weather pitch takes place each Tuesday and Thursday at 2pm.   Information regarding Cahir Active Retirement Association may be obtained by contacting The Secretary at cahiractiveretirement@gmail.com  or by phone on 052 74 441892. Cahir and District Lions annual outing,The senior citizens are heading for Spanish Point from 30th May to 3rd June. Lions President Seanie Lonergan and members of Cahir Lions were there to see them off from Cahir Station   LADIES MINI MARATHON If there are any ladies out there are interested in taking part in the Ladies Mini Marathon on Bank Holiday Monday 7th June, 2010. Catherine O’Brien has two race numbers, t-shirts and sponsorship cards available. Please contact Catherine on 086-3047692.   CAHIR PARK AFC. A Cahir Park AFC Centenary Classic will take place in Cahir Park Golf Club on Friday 18th June. A 3 ball Scramble, €150 per team meal. Time slots now available.  Please contact Cahir Golf Club or Martin on 086 1565151. Time slots also available on Thursday June 17th. COFFEE MORNING  A Coffee Morning will take place in Cahir Country Market on Friday 4th June. All proceeds are in aid of Alzheimer’s. Your support is greatly appreciated. The market will also have all the usual homemade, homegrown and handmade produce available from 9am-12noon. CAHIR YOUTH CLUB  All at the Youth Club would like to wish the best of luck to all the members past and present who are sitting exams at the moment and especially those who are preparing for the Junior and Leaving certificate this year. CAKE SALE A Cake Sale will take place on Sunday 6th June in aid of the recent paintwork done in St. Paul’s Church. It will take place in the Butler Charteris Hall beside St. Paul’s between 2pm and 4pm. This is one of my favourite sales as there are not only cakes for sale but also books and bric a brac, a great way to spend the afternoon. Don’t miss it. YOUNG WOMENS CLUB A new Club has opened for Young Women aged 12-17 years. It takes place on Tuesday evenings from 7-8.30pm in the Youth Centre, behind the old VEC building on Church Street in Cahir. Why not come along and take part in art, sports, beauty nights and much more. Have your say in what goes on. Only €2 per week. FOUL FORM It has been brought to my attention and not for the first time that people are not only walking dogs on the fields in Duneske but that the dogs are fouling on the playing fields too.  This has become a very serious health and safety risk with so many children playing sports on the fields every day, especially as the summer camps are about to start there shortly. There is nothing more upsetting than to have a child upset after falling on to this filth and it simply cannot continue. Many people seem to feel that the pitches are ideal for walking dogs, but dogs are NOT allowed on the playing fields for any reason. CAHIR TIDY TOWNS. The Cahir Tidy Towns Group will hold their next meeting on Wednesday 9th June at 7.30pm sharp. The ducks have been released into the release pen in the inch field and will remain here for a few weeks while the get used to people and the environment. The local Gun Club and Cahir Anglers will release a few at a time in the hope that they will stay around the protection of their habitat. This project between the Tidy towns, CDA, Gun Club, Cahir Anglers, Bingo and Bill Coffey JCB, is about conservation of wildlife and is step 1 of a 3 year plan. Children are encouraged to come down and have a look at them and the general public is asked to respect them. There has been evidence of some anti social drinking at the back of the castle and it is hoped that this will not upset the birds. We hope that the authorities can get on top of this situation as there is a bye law in place in the town to curb drinking in public places to sort this out. Also, the Salmon statue has arrived back from the By-Pass all cleaned up and looking well beside the footbridge into the Inch Field. There has been evidence of many buildings being painted and many more on a promise, but we must keep on top of the Litter. Planting has been carried out by Grangemore Landscapes but we need to stay on top of the maintenance. The Tipperary Volunteer agency will be active on the ground this week but we need more people to commit to areas outside their own doors to complete the maintenance plan. Anyone interested in helping please contact Derek on 086-7721067. As reported in these notes previously, the option to restore the Fountain in the square is been hampered by the current trees surrounding it. Our experts have told us that any restoration on the fountain will be short lived unless the trees are replaced with a more suitable tree for this area and at present plans are on display in the library. The local council office would welcome any positive comment or suggestions. The display shows how the proposed plan will look and although it is a change, it is not too bad looking at all. It is important to clarify at this stage that this is only a proposed plan by South Tipperary County Council. Cahir Tidy Towns or Cahir Development Association is not part of the proposed plan, but you could be. Now is the time to give your input through the suggestion boxes, have your say and be involved in any changes in your town.  The important part is to keep up the good work and remember the Judges are coming and this could be the week. The next meeting will take place in the Shamrock lounge on 9th June 2010 at 7.30pm. CAHIR DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY LOTTO There was no Jackpot winner of the draw that took place on the 19th May, 2010. The numbers drawn were; 2, 6, 16 and 20. The draw was witnessed by Joan Loughman. The 5 Lucky Dips winners who each received €30 were; Paul & Imelda Mullins,17 Fr Sheehy Terrace, Clogheen, Eddie Lonergan, Townspark, Cahir, Christy Griffin, 57 Beechpark, Cahir, Nellie Burke, I Park Avenue, Cahir and Rena Hayes,17 Bengurragh, Cahir. There was no Jackpot winner of the draw took place on Wednesday the 26th May 2010. The numbers drawn were 6, 12, 14 and 21. Once again the draw was witnessed by Joan Loughman. The 5 Lucky Dips winners who each received €30 were;  Bernie O’Donnell, Ballydrehid, Cahir, Ann Corbett, Farnagark, Cahir, Jean Rogers, Upper Cahir Abbey, Cahir, Emma Crotty, Mountain Rd, Cahir and Marion Power, C/o Sheila Murnane, Cahir. The next draw will take place on Wednesday 2nd June at 12 noon and the Jackpot will then be €3,700. Tickets are available right up to the last minute at the Enterprise Centre. Profit’s servicing community projects in Cahir. DUNESKE NEWS Duneske Leisure Centre is now available on Facebook Click "like" to join and access the latest information on memberships, events, Tri3 Series and our 20 minute challenge. On that note, our 20 Minute Challenge is going extremely well, we currently have a number of people on a waiting list. Further information about the challenge is available from reception or drop in to have a chat with one of our instructors. We are currently working on our class timetable for the summer. We hope to have it available to all shortly. In the next four weeks Duneske will see close to 500 students from local and regional schools pass through its doors. Schools from the region are coming to Duneske as part of their school tour, to take part in multi-activity camps under the supervision of our Gym Instructors. A reminder too about our upcoming Summer Camps starting with the Soccer Camp, which is running from July 5th - 8th; Rugby Camp which is running from July 19th - 22nd; Multi-Activity Camp running from July 26th - 28th; and our Art Attack Camp which is on for one day only, July 29th. Application forms and further information are available from reception on (052) 74 45517. Discounts are available for 2nd/3rd child etc from the same family. We would like to congratulate Mr. Stephen O'Brien and his students from Colaiste Dun Iascaigh on their recent success in attaining the Green Flag. Well done to all involved. THE CRAFT GRANARY The Craft Granary Church St Cahir is pleased to announce an exhibition of etching and oil paintings by Damien MC Carron. It will take place from 1st – 29th June. His work involves two techniques, the etching process and oil painting, both are based on landscape. What interests him is the play of light that can be achieved through both mediums. He has always had a fascination with landscape since his early days in college and now he hopes to take this to a new abstract level. The ever changing countryside of Ireland inspires him. He likes to try and capture the mood and the colour of open natural spaces and he tries to create a sense of peace and calmness in his work. A BIG SUMMER FLING IN KILCORAN Having enjoyed a great season since it kicked off in January, afternoon tea dancing at Kilcoran Lodge Hotel will enjoy its ‘final fling’ on this coming Sunday, 6th June before taking a break for summer. And, to celebrate the occasion, Catherine & Images, one of the top attractions on the dancing scene, will be on stage for a mighty hooley on Sunday. As always, there’ll be lots of waltzing, quick stepping and jiving along, of course, with some delicious tea and buns to keep the energy levels up. And, if that wasn’t enough, Kilcoran Lodge Hotel have laid on a special post dancing menu so you can tuck in and enjoy some great food from an extensive menu after the dancing. What more you ask for? .... Confirmation, perhaps, that afternoon tea dancing will be back in Kilcoran in October with all the top names, Michael Collins, Peter Burke, Patrick O’Sullivan etc. Contact 052 – 7441288 for more information. THE COOKIE JAR MOVES ON The stallholders at Cahir Farmers Market are sorry to lose the Cookie Jar stall which has just finished trading at Cahir Farmers Market.  Cate McCarthy, who originally comes from Massachusetts, tested her idea to provide American style biscuits and deserts, at the Market. The idea proved right for her.  She has now expanded her business and is supplying to customers in many parts of the country.  Cahir Farmers Market stallholders are glad that the 'Market' was able to offer a stall to a start-up business, which has been able to build a larger business.  We wish Cate well. Cate wishes to let her customers know that her Cookies will still be at Cahir Farmers Market, on Louis and David O’Connor’s stall. Cahir Farmers Market takes place every Saturday morning from 9-1pm in The Granary car park in Cahir. THE LATE MICK CLEARY Michael Cleary   1915 – 2010. The family of the late Mick Cleary of Loughloher, wish to thank sincerely all those who offered their sympathy and support following their recent bereavement. We would also like to thank the A & E staff of South Tipp General Hospital in Clonmel, who took care of dad during his final hours. Beannocht de lena anam dilis. CONDOLENCES Sympathies are extended to Gerry Duffy and family of Mitchelstown Road, Cahir. Gerry’s sister Maureen (Kelly) of Phibsboro in Dublin, sadly passed away last Thursday 27th May. May she rest in peace. POULMUCKA SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB. The trip to Scarborough will take place from the 8th October to the 11th October, 2010. Some athletes from the club will challenge the Yorkshire Boys over the Scarborough Coast 10k trip on Sunday 10th October. This event was covered by the BBC last year and attracted over 800 runners. The event is sponsored by McCain’s of Frozen Food fame and also includes a fun 3km run. This will be the end of the clubs road running campaign for the year as we will host the County 10 miler in August in the build up to the trip. Last week it was reported that we might be able to run this race in conjunction with an Open race but seemingly this cannot happen as we need to apply to the county board for permission. A deposit of €100 is required by the Bank Holiday weekend in June to secure flights which will leave Cork on Friday Noon and return on Monday evening via Manchester. All deposits must be handed to Tom Walsh or Andy Moloney a.s.a.p. Those interested in travelling from Cahir need to give deposits to Tim Shanahan before this date also. The next meeting of the Club will take place on Thursday 10th June at 9pm sharp. COLÁISTE CELEBRATES SPORTING EXPLOITS The annual sports awards night to celebrate the sporting exploits and achievements of the past year was held in Coláiste Dún Iascaigh on Wednesday May 26th.  Students, parents and teachers were joined by the Principal Mrs. Finnegan-Burke and invited guests including Mr. Liam Ahearn (Chairperson B.O.M.), Mr. Barry O’Brien (Chairman Tipperary County Board), Mr. Dinny Whelan (Sponsor).  Guest of honour on the night was Robbie Costigan, captain of the Tipperary senior football team and he was joined by past-pupils Ger Halley and Ed Burke, members of the Tipperary Under-21 football team who recently secured a first Munster title at that grade for the county. Achievement in a wide variety of sports was celebrated and Player of the year awards at junior and senior level were presented.  Congratulations to the award winners – Liam Walsh and Gareth Saunders (golf), Frederika McFarlane (Equestrian), William Dunne and Marc Duggan (Boys basketball), Megan Heffernan and Niamh Myles (Girls basketball), Stephen Duggan and Cormac Crowe (Soccer), Joey Purtill (Rugby), Liam Howard and Danny Morgan (hurling), Maureen Murphy and Aisling O’Connor (Camogie), Kirsty Downey and Eimear Myles (ladies football), Mikey O’Connor and Micheal Murphy (Gaelic football). Master of Ceremonies Mr. Shane Ronayne joined with others in thanking the students for their efforts and parents for their commitment to sports in the college.  The huge role played by the teachers and coaches and the ancillary staff was also acknowledged. The trophies given pride of place on the night was given to the Munster trophy won recently by the first year boy’s footballers, the McGabhann Shield won by the senior boys football, the inter-schools golf trophy won by the Coláiste’s golfers and the Munster Under-21 football trophy. SIXTH YEARS GRADUATE Congratulations to the sixth year students that celebrated their graduation from the Coláiste with a beautiful ceremony on Monday night of May 24th.  The celebration of the Graduation Mass was conducted by Fr. Knight and students were joined on the night by parents, teachers, friends and members of the Board of Management and Parents’ Association. SLIEVEARDAGH RURAL DEVELOPMENT Slieveardagh Rural Development now has a facebook page. Please add yourself as a friend and keep up to date on events, local history, photographs etc http://www.facebook.com and you can direct all emails to slieveardagh@gmail.com. FIRED BY BEE’S Workshops have been taking place at Crampscastle Pottery for the exhibition Fired By Bees which will take place at the County Museum Clonmel from the 3rd to the 19th of June. This multimedia exhibition pays homage to the honey bee and her bumbling relations. The exhibition is an initiative of the heritage office to highlight the vital and complex role the bee plays in the cycle of life. This colourful exhibition is part of the ‘B 4 Biodiversity’ campaign as part of International Year of Biodiversity. There will be talks and workshops during the course of the exhibition. Watch out for John Feehan's talk on the honey bee on the 10th of June at 7pm in the County Museum, Clonmel.  This project has been kindly supported by The Heritage Council and South Tipperary County Council Heritage Office. Please note that the Museum is closed 8th June. CLOGHEEN/BURNCOURT PARISH The Parish of Clogheen and Burncourt would like to invite anyone that is interested to a Corpus Christi Procession on Sunday 6th June. It will start from the gates of St. Teresa’s Hospital at 7pm and continue to the Famine Graveyard on the Vee road. All welcome. CONGRATULATIONS To David and Kim Connolly O'Grady, Rosemount, Cahir on the birth of their new baby son Daithi. Best Wishes to you from your family and friends. GOOD LUCK The very best of luck to Paul Kennedy and St. Micheal’s Team of Tipperary Town who will play in the FAI Junior Cup Final against Fairview from Limerick in Turners Cross in Cork next Sunday 6th June. READERS NEWS AND VIEWS  If you have any news or views for the Cahir Notes, please contact me either by email at caplicetaylor@hotmail.com or by phone on 086 1022014. By Sunday please as that is when I do the notes. The Cahir Notes are also available on cahirnews@cahirda.com by kind permission of South Tipp Today.