CAHIR NOTES BLESSING OF ANIMALS In connection with the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, there will be a ceremony of blessing for animals in the grounds of St. Mary's Chrurch, Clogheen, Saturday 6th. October @ 2.30pm. All are welcome to come and give thanks and have their pet and farm animals blessed in thanksgiving.   CURBING STREET DRINKING IN CAHIR A proposal in front of the council for Bye-Laws on the consumption of Intoxicating Liqueor in Public Places in Cahir has been welcomed by Cllr AndyMoloney.Under Part 19 of the Local Government Act 2001 the council is empowered to make Bye-Laws to regulate activities or other matters where in its opinion it is desirable to do so in the interest of the common good of the local community. Cllr Moloney says that in consultation with the other Cahir Area members and the Garda Superintendent it is necessary to introduce such a law to curb the drinking of intoxicating liquor and the growing trend that seems to be developing in certain public areas of Cahir. He states what might appear as normal practice and part of a culture in other areas around the world, the sight of some members of society hanging around some local leisure spots and walkways may mean no harm,it is seen to be intimidating to the elderly especially and unsightly to the many Tourists who Cahir depends on largly.The law also protects the publican who might use the immediate vicinity of their premises for trade purposes. Cllr Moloney is hopeful that this bye-law will be unopposed at Mondays Meeting and that the unsightly practice of public places drinking will be a thing of the past. CAHIR & DISTRICT LADIES CLUB The Ladies will be having someone in for a small talk on Monday 8th October but afterwards they will be holding the AGM. Please can all members try to attend. The Ladies have some great things lined up, like a Jewellery night with Jackie Mullins, a Meal out for Halloween, an evening at the Duneske, a day Christmas Shopping to Blanchardstown with a meal stop on the way back.So some members who have missed, come back & join us again & any new members are always welcome. We meet at the Hall every other monday from 9-10.30/11. CAHIR ACTIVE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION The autumn trip “The Westlodge Hotel in Bantry” proved to be an outstanding success with all members enjoying the splendours of the hotel facilities. Two day tours of the local countryside gave an insight to this much loved area of the country sought by many tourists from all parts of the globe. All returned in good spirits, the camaraderie of the association strengthened. Many thanks to the Secretary Bob Condon and the committee members for the hard work they put in to make these trips so successful. CAHIR FARMERS MARKET RTE and Clodagh McKenna of the programme Fresh fron the farmers Market, will be at the market on sat 27 October.Cahir Farmers Market will be included in the new series of the show and they will filming at the market on that morning.More details will be printed in the coming weeks and as this is also a bank holiday weekend our usual special market will take place.Until then there is plenty produce and goodies to entise you to ythe market every Sat fron 9-1 DUNESKE Another month down and now that everybody is well into the swing of things we are offering for the month of october only, special deals on selected memberships.You might want to grab a deal for yourself now or purchase a voucher for a specical occasion because if your very organised dare i say it but christmas isn't that far away. Halloween is first to get over so plenty activities and fancy dress parties will be arranged for children of all ages.Our Duneske street league begins this week end so if you havent your team registered please do so as soon as you can.Kick off is at 11am Saturday 6th. For all boys and girls interested in boxing and rugby, after school training will begin shortly so keep an eye out for the start dates.People in need is on Friday 26th October and Duneske will have many events for children and adults so please support well because all money raised stays in the South Tipperary area.For further details on any of the above please contact Duneske on  052 - 45517 SCULPTURE WORKSHOPS IN THE COMMUNITY Suggestions are currently being sought for a Sculpture Trail involving members of the community.  Introductory workshops will be held at Cahir Farmers Market during October and thereafter in the basement and courtyard of the Craft Granary.  Those interested - no experience necessary - should contact Holycross sculptor Philip Quinn by phone 086 2532474 or email stonemad2@eircom.net. CHERNOBYL CHILDRENS PROJECT Cahir Outreach Group for the Chernobyl Children’s Project urgently need families to host children from Belarus for two weeks in June/July next Summer 08. Cahir Outreach Group have hosted children from the contaminated areas of Belarus over the past 11 years.  The children stay with families as part of a Rest & Recuperation programme. By providing the children with respite from their radioactive contaminated environment it helps to strengthen and build up their damaged immune systems.  The children benefit physically from our clean environment, fresh air and a healthy diet, and from the loving family care the children receive while being with us. If you are interested in hosting children  next Summer, please contact Geraldine Byron, 052-41738, 087-2773473, Anne Burke, 052-42305 or Brid O’Malley, 052-41759. SHAMROCK LOUNGE DARTS The club AGM is taking place this Thursday 4th October at 9pm. All members are asked to attend, as the Registration for the new year will take place as well. CASHEL AMNESTY The Cashel branch of Amnesty International will take place next Monday, 8th October, in Mikey Ryan's pub in Cashel at 8.30pm.  Newcomers will be most welcome and i hope i will be able to be there. CAHIR DAY CARE CENTRE The annual Church Gate Collection for the Centre will take place this coming weekend in Cahir, Duhill, knockgraffon, Ballylooby and new Inn.  Please subscribe generously to this very worthy cause, that has changed many lives for the better. COLAISTE DUN IASCAIGH The Parents Association of the College is holding its AGM on Tuesday 9th October at 8pm, in the Colaiste.  It is very important that there is a good attendance. APOLOGY I know this isnt a forthcoming event, but i would like to say Many Happy Returns to Damien Dalton and i was very sorry to have missed his surprise 60th Party in Cahir House on Friday night. GARDA RESERVE The next round of interviews for the Tipperary area will be taking place in November.  People interested in joining as Garda Reserves may apply on-line at www.publicjobs.ie or by phoning (01-858 7651). Applications are welcomed from all nationalities. There is one Garda Reserve working in the Cahir District, starting duty at Cahir Garda Station on 22nd September. SUPPORT ACTION BREAST CANCER Danish designer Pandora Jewellery has created an exclusive silver ribbon charm and bracelet for Ireland to support Action Breast Cancer. These are now available from John Quirke Jeweller at €118, with €33, the full value of the pink ribbon charm, donated to Action Breast Cancer. (The charm is not sold on its own, or the bracelet without the charm). While on the subject of John Quirke, he now has information packs on People In Need and anyone interested in mounting a fundraising event, the weirder the better, should pop in and collect the forms etc.. John himself has organised two crackers since i came here, but insists that that phase of his life is over.  However, you never know, he might have an idea or two..... READERS’ NEWS & VIEWS Please keep them coming, and as early as possible, to:  10 Market Yard / 086 840 5020 or to the e-mail address above.