CAHIR NOTES 25ND AUGUST 10
CAHIR TIDY TOWNS GROUP
The Cahir Area Tidy Towns committee has been busy with litter picking on Sunday Mornings and Wednesday evenings too from 7 – 9pm. As the evenings are getting a bit shorter with daylight fading earlier we will have to look at the work that needs to be completed on busy streets and consider the safety of our members.
Next Wednesday we will meet at 7pm in the Car Park and anyone who would like to contribute should bring along a shovel or brush and wear their High Visibility Vest.
The local Tidy Town Competition is being judged at present but results will not be announced until late September/October. The Committee will hold a meeting in early September to discuss the work completed and also the 3 year plan and what we need to do to move forward.
All residents and traders in the town are asked to make a special effort to maintain the work already completed and make Cahir the most attractive town to visit, work and play that it can be. If the town is thriving in business then it will have a spin off all round, but it’s in our hands to make a difference.
THIS IS YOUR LIFE
Cahir Park AFC is holding a “This is Your Life” night that will take place in Cahir House Hotel on the 17th September. As part of the Park Centenary Celebrations this promises to be a wonderful occasion. John Finnerty of RTE will be holding the big red book with a celebrity guest presenting the awards. Local man, Paul Buckley will launch his book “Memories of a Century” on the night. Tickets are available at hotel reception at only €10.
DUNESKE NEWS
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Duneske Leisure Centre and grounds, to include the playground and football pitches are closed to the public on Saturday the 28th August. Opening hours will be as normal on Sunday. Thank you for your co-operation.
Classes are starting back on Monday the 6th of September with bookings being taken from Wednesday the 1st August from 10am onwards. The class timetable is available at reception or you can ring for further details.
We are running a very limited offer in conjunction with our classes returning. This offer includes Full Annual Membership and Unlimited Classes* for €350. This offer will expire on August 31st. If you wish to avail of this offer please contact Duneske Leisure Centre on (052) 74 45517, please note that the FULL cost of €350 must be paid by the closing date of August 31st or you will lose your booking. *Terms and conditions apply. As this offer is for the first 15 that get in touch, you are advised to book your place as soon as possible.
The preliminary re-start date for “On your Toes" is Thursday the 9th of September. For all queries regarding "On your Toes" please contact Sharnie on (086) 0502291.
CAHIR BUSINESS AND TRAINING CENTRE
Are you unemployed or in receipt of Social Welfare Payment? Are you between the ages of 18 – 35? If so, we may have the course for you! If you would like to learn more about computers, and gain an internationally recognised certification, please contact Jennifer on 052 7442616/ 7443224.
CAHIR BOYS NATIONAL SCHOOL FUNDRAISER
The Boy’s School will hold a bag pack at Dolan’s SuperValu on Friday 27th August and Saturday 28th August. We would appreciate your support on this our first event of the new academic year.
If you have any free time during these two days between 10am – 8pm and are able to help, please ring Regina on 0860565025. Thank you.
ST PAUL'S FESTIVAL OF HARVEST FLOWERS
St Paul's Festival of Harvest Flowers will open with a concert. Harry Carpendale and Mary Nolan will perform on Harps with Soprano, Mary Conroy. The Festival will take place on Friday 3rd September, starting at 8pm Sharp. There will be Saturday and Sunday viewing of Flowers in Church, all day, both days. Tea and coffee will also be served. For ticket information please phone 086 363 4457.
On Harvest Thanksgiving Sunday 5th September at 7.30pm there will be a service with special Preacher, Rev. Patrick Towers.
COOL CASTLE PLAY
There are exciting things happening in Cahir Castle during Heritage Week. On Sunday 29th
August at 3pm a play for children will be staged in the Great Hall.
In the play titled, "THE TWO COOKS AND THE TIME TRAVELLER" the future meets the
medieval past with strange results. It promises to be a hilariously exciting event!
Entry for children and their parents is absolutely free.
Also on Sunday 22nd and 29th August admission is free all day to the Castle.
NATIONAL HERITAGE WEEK
Don’t forget, from 21st to 29th August is National Heritage Week in Ireland. Check out what is available for free in all your Heritage towns and sites around the country. The Cahir Castle event mentioned above is just such an event. Festival Cluain Meala, Fethard Medieval Town Wall Festival and The Cashel Walled Town Day that will take place on this Sunday 22nd August, 2010 are just a few. So there is a lot to see during these dates, check the local papers for more details.
CAHIR DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY LOTTO
There was no Jackpot winner of the draw that took place on the 18th August, 2010. The numbers drawn were; 2, 6, 20 and 27. The draw was witnessed by Mary Guthrie. There was 1 lucky Match 3 Winner who received €200 and she is Ann Murphy of Stonelodge, Lagganstown, New Inn. Congratulations Ann, you now go forward to the monthly “Spin the Wheel”.
The next draw will take place on Wednesday 25th August at 12 noon. The Jackpot will then be €6,000. Tickets are available right up to the last minute at the Enterprise Centre.
This lotto supports Duneske Leisure Centre, the Christmas Lights, The Sensory Garden, Care Bears Childcare, The Enterprise Centre and other Funded Community groups and Projects in Cahir.
CAHIR ACTIVE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION
Cahir Active Retirement Association will hold their monthly meeting in the Catharine McAuley Room of Cahir Day Care Centre, Cahir on Wednesday 1st September 2010 at 2.30pm. Members and all interested people are most welcome to attend.
Information regarding Cahir Active Retirement Association may be obtained by contacting The Secretary on cahiractiveretirement@gmail.com or by phone on 052 74 41892.
CAHIR FARMERS MARKET
The Farmers Market is open on Saturdays from 9am-1pm in the car park of The Craft Granary in Cahir. There are many stalls on site jam packed full of local fresh produce. There is also a great selection of organic produce too. This week the new apple season has started with the Discovery early variety. Sun-dried tomatoes are now available at Maria Mulcahy's Knockara Pâté stall, Tastefully Yours chutneys and sauces are back at the Market on Louise O'Connor's stall and Chestnut Mushrooms are now also available(they are delicious and hold their shape when cooked) and they are also produced locally are available from Pat O’Brien’s Stall. Make the most of your Saturday morning by taking a stroll around Cahir Farmers Market you will be surprised at the variety of delicious foods on offer.
FUNDRAISING NIGHT
On Saturday the 4th September a fundraising night will take place in The Gatehouse, Castle Street, Cahir in aid of Rehab.
Johnny B and the Boogiemen will perform live on the night and there will be a barbeque and raffle all for a great cause. Come along and join in the fun. The night will be kicking off with food at about 7.30pm- 8 and the music will be starting about 9.30pm- 10.
A Motorbike Run will also be taking place on Sunday the 12th of September starting at 1pm from the castle car park in Cahir. It is €10 per bike and the route will be the old road to Mitchelstown onto Fermoy and then coming back on the new motorway.
Both events are in aid of Vietnam Trek for Rehab Care Centre and support of these events is greatly appreciated.
VETS TOURNAMENT
A Centenary Tournament for over 35 Veterans will take place in Cahir Park AFC on Saturday 2nd October, 2010. Teams from Cahir Park, Dublin, Tralee and Springfield, England are participating. Training will take place on Monday nights from 9-10pm in the All Weather Pitch in Cahir Park. Watch this space for further details next week.
CAHIR MEALS ON WHEELS
Cahir Meals on Wheels would like to thank most sincerely all who gave so generously to the Annual Church gate Collection that took place on 14th and 15th August. They would also like to thank all those who volunteered their help. Your support as always is much appreciated.
The Annual General Meeting of Cahir Meals on Wheels will take place at 8pm in the Parish Rooms of Cahir Day Care Centre on Thursday 2nd September. All new volunteers are most welcome to attend.
The Cahir Meals on Wheels kitchen will reopen on Monday 30th August and deliveries of meals will commence on Tuesday 31st August.
CAHIR CAMOGIE COMMUNITY GAMES
Cahir's U13 Community Games Camogie team has just returned from the national finals in Athlone with coveted All Ireland Gold medals in their hands.
We had the weekend of their dreams with their fantastic team. The first game was on Saturday when we took on Connaught Champions, Claregalway. While Cahir emerged convincing winners on a score line of 7-6 to 3-4, the opposition were no easy walkover.
With the sun shining down on the pitch at Athlone IT, Cahir took to the field with conviction in their own abilities to face Leinster Champions, Lucan of Dublin.
The Cahir team went on to win gold by a margin of 2-8 to 2-4. No words can be used to describe the talent or the heart that this young team exudes, only to say that as parents and supporters the pride we felt when they received their richly deserved gold medals was immeasurable. Manager Mary Howard has put years of work into this team and now it is paying off big time so along with trainers Martin Halpin, Anthony Corcoran and Jane O’Gorman they deserve our complete gratitude and congratulations.
Our sincere thanks to all who traveled up with the team to Athlone at the weekend, to the management and staff at Haydens Hotel, Ballinasloe for a lovely welcome and enjoyable stay on Saturday night, to our fantastic bus driver Dinny Whelan who ferried the girls and supporters all over the weekend and to Cahir House Hotel who had a lovely meal awaiting the girls on their return.
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In the photo above are; Back Row L-R Martin Halpin, Katie Farrell, Ashling Moloney, Aoife Corcoran, Anthony Corcoran, Keely Halpin, Laura Casey, Jane O' Gorman, Roisin Costigan, Aoife Collins, Alina Newmeritisky, Mary Howard.
Front Row L-R Kirsty Arbuckle, Roisin Howard, Rachel O' Dwyer, Eadaoin O Gorman (Captain) Joye Arbuckle, Carl Casey, Derbhla Buckley, Jessica West.
SOUTH TIPPERARY VOLUNTEER CENTRE
I mentioned in the notes recently that South Tipperary Volunteer Centre has relocated their offices to Carrigeen Industrial Estate in Cahir. As is their purpose, they have put out a call for volunteers for The Cashel Walled Town Day (mentioned above) and have issued the following email to all those who have registered to volunteer to date;
We are looking for anyone who is interested in volunteering a couple of hours of their time for a great day out. Bring along your family and friends it is all free.
Meet the Romans, get up close with historic re-enactors and watch the roman arms Legion Ireland in Action, Taste the past with traditional baking demonstrations, a team of archaeologists will be on hand to identify any mystery finds you have located, experience Living History.
There is a FREE concert and Free Hog Roast for all to enjoy in the evening. Come on volunteers, give a few hours of your time and make this a day to remember in Cashel.
To Register to Volunteer and get your free tickets for all your family. Ring Oliva Quinlan on 062 62511 or Amanda on 086 0494840.
The Cashel Walled Town Day takes place on this Sunday 22nd August, 2010.
Sounds like a great day out.
POULMUCKA COUNTY 10 MILE RACE
The Poulmucka Sports & Social Club hosted a very successful county 10 mile road race on Sunday 22nd August. The county chairman complimented the club on the organization on the day and in turn we would like to thank those who manned the 4 water stations without a hitch and the Ladies Committee who as usual excelled.
We would also like to thank the stewards who moved from A to B around the course and were as ever on their game with Traffic diversions and speed control with the help of the Gardai.
Finally, we would like to thank Clonmel AC for allowing us to host the event and the residents on the route who had their pets locked away for the duration of the race.
We hope that the athletes enjoyed the course and thank them for respecting the areas they traveled through and we would welcome feedback from them so that we can improve for future events. So, please text your comments to 086-3609110.
A meeting of the club will be called soon and we must consider running a cross country event during the winter.
DANGER OF BOTTLED WATER LEFT IN CARS
A respected oncologist in America (he treated singer Sheryl Crowe) recently stated that drinking bottled water that has been left in a car has been identified as the most common cause of the high levels of dioxin in breast cancer tissue.
He warned women not to drink bottled water that has been left in a car. The heat reacts with the chemicals in the plastic of the bottle which releases Dioxin into the water. Dioxin is a toxin increasingly found in breast cancer tissue. This information is the kind we need to know that just might save lives. Use a stainless steel canteen or a glass bottle instead of plastic.
This information is also being circulated at Walter Reed Army Medical Center.
Do not use plastic containers in microwave, plastic water bottles in freezer or plastic wrap in the microwave. This especially applies to foods that contain fat. Do not freeze your plastic bottles with water in them as this also releases dioxins from the plastic. A dioxin chemical causes cancer, especially breast cancer. Dioxins are highly poisonous to the cells of our bodies.
Edward Fujimoto, Wellness Program Manager at Castle Hospital recently said on a TV program;
We should also not be heating our food in the microwave using plastic containers, the combination of fat, high heat and plastic releases dioxin into the body. Instead, he recommends using glass, such as Corning Ware, Pyrex or ceramic containers for heating food. He also pointed out that plastic wrap, such as Saran wrap (cling film to us) is just as dangerous when placed over foods to be cooked in the microwave. As the food is nuked, the high heat causes poisonous toxins to actually melt out of the plastic wrap and drip into the food. Cover food with a paper towel instead.
Certainly food for thought, as I always leave a bottle of water in the car.
DRAÍOCHT PERFORMERS TRAVEL TO CAVAN
St. Paul’s Community Centre (former church) comes alive every Tuesday and Thursday to this amazing music, song and dance show. The show is receiving a fantastic response. Thursday night’s audience could be heard at top of the Vee shouting MORE, MORE. The group performed an encore to shouts of excitement. Draíocht has been very successful performing to full houses for the past three years and it looks like its set to continue. The renowned Michael Ryan has produced and directed this wonderful show. Everything about the show portrays class and professionalism. The lively and colorful expertise of the dancers will entrance and mesmerize with their speed and finesse.
The musicians include Tara Breen on Fiddle, Tara is a member of the new Donal Lunny band, Ciaran Mulderrig on keyboards, Brendan Clancy on box, Galway man Richard Murray, an old favourite with Draíocht audiences, contributes on pipes, flute and the odd Tipperary Shout and if he gets his way he will have the audience dancing on the tables!! The singer is Sarah Barry and she is due to commence touring with Liam Lawton once her season with Draíocht has completed.
Eighteen performers from Draíocht and from the Michael Ryan School of dancing represented Co. Tipperary and Co. Waterford in the Fleadh Cheoil Na h'Eireann in Cavan from Friday last weekend. They competed in the U12 All Girls Céili and the U15 Mixed Céile competitions. Conor Hartnett will represent Tipperary and Munster in the tin whistle and drumming competitions.
Draíocht took a break while they were competing in the Fleadh Cheoil but have now resumed shows on Tuesday and Thursday nights.
CONGRATULATIONS
To Mary Jenkins who attended the Cappamore Show on Wednesday 18th August last and had
entries in home baking and knitting sections. She won six prizes between home baking
and knitting. On Sunday the 22nd August Mary had entries in the Limerick Show also for home
baking and knitting and she won no less than eight prizes there and the Frans Perpetual Cup
for the best Hand Knitting of the show. Well done Mary.
Congratulations also to Sarah and Brendan Fitzgerald on the birth of their beautiful baby girl named Chloe who was born on 5th August weighing a healthy 8lb 1oz. Welcome to the world Chloe and best wishes to you all from all your family and friends.
Congratulations also to Steven and Sharon Grant who were married on Friday 20th August. They both would like to thank their families and all who came to the after party held in their home that took place the following night. With a marquee and music a great night was had by all.
Good luck to you both.
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