Crotta GAA club are looking for YOU….
Yes, we are seeking boys and girls aged between 13–17 years from our community to represent Crotta Hurling Club as part of Scór na nÓg. So, if your play an instrument, sing or have the gift of storytelling please get in touch with Crotta Scor officer Tom Breen on 087-2748555. Once we have a list of those interested in taking part this will provide a fuller picture on how best we proceed with the clubs entries for 2022. Categories include Instrument Group, Solo Singer, Ballad Group, Restitution. Please see link https://www.gaa.ie/the-gaa/cultur-agus-gaeilge/scor for other categories which may interest to you. Please confirm your interest in getting involved by Saturday 27th November 27th.
THE PARISH
by Cork’s Hub Cap Productions is coming to Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn on Friday 10th December at 8.00p.m in aid of St.Teresa’s National School, Kilflynn.
This brilliantly funny play written and performed from 2 hilarious Cork lads are bringing their award-winning laugh out loud play to Kilflynn. The Parish is a light comedy that runs for 1 hour and 20 minutes. Two actors bring to life characters that can be found in every rural community in the country. It is performed with minimal set and is supported by a rich soundscape. The Parish brings to life a story of conflict and treachery in the community
Tickets are be available from Parker’s Pub and St.Treasa’s National School at 15 euro. Limited seating event!
CROTTA LOTTO RESULTS
Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn was the venue for the Crotta hurling club weekly lotto draw on Monday 15th November. The Four numbers drawn out of the drum by the independent observer: Graham Harris, Clounsillagh, Lixnaw were 15,19, 22 and 26.
There was no winner of the 6,100 Jackpot. Congratulations to the following who won €35 in the lucky dip draw:
Mary Jordon, Blennerville, Tralee, Michelle Carroll, The Cloisters Abbeydorney and Aidan Behan, upper Muckenaugh , Lixnaw .The Next draw will take place in Herbert’s Bar, on Monday 22nd November at 10.00p.m in compliance with Covid-19 restrictions. Note the cut off for entry to the €6,200 Jackpot draw (online or locally purchased) is 9:30pm on Monday 22nd November. Tickets available 3 for €5 online visit www.crottagaa.club or this link https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=427#Anchor or Herberts Bar/Village Store, Parker’s Pub, Zam Zam Kabab, Foley Shop Lixnaw, Abbeydorney Post Office, or from any club officer. Many thanks to all who contribute to our weekly Club Lotto. Your continued support is greatly appreciated.
SENIOR HURLING
The Rhyno Quality Feeds North Kerry Senior Hurling Championship Semi Final between Kilmoyley and Crotta O’Neill’s fixed for Sunday 14th November at the sporrtsfield did not going ahead.
Crotta informed the North Kerry Hurling Board that they are unable to field a team due to unavailability of players.
CARE AND REPAIR
Age Action’s Care and Repair does small DIY jobs, free of charge, for older people to help them maintain their homes and their independence. For details contact Age Action national helpline 0818 911 109 or email careandrepair@ageaction.ie
HURLING FIXTURES
Rhyno Quality Feeds North Kerry Intermediate Hurling Championship / Craobh Idirmheánach Iomána Ciarraí Thuaidh Semi Final:
On Saturday, 20th November @crotta.gaa O’Neill’s v @odorneygaa @ Dromakee, 2.30pm
COMMUNITY WALKWAY
The Kilflynn Community Walkway Lights at the sportsfield,Dromakee, Kilflynn will be switched on from Sunday 3rd October. So get your walking shoes ready this Autumn to stay well and healthy. The walkway is open to the public at any time during daylight hours and from 3rd October you can now avail of the floodlighting from 7pm to 9pm 7 days a week. This truly is a fantastic facility for all in our community to avail.
ST. MARY’S CHURCH, KILFLYNN
Mass Intention for the week in St. Mary’s Church
Wednesday 17th November at 7.30 p.m. Those who died during the year
Saturday 20th November at 6.00 p.m. Elma Slattery, Laccamore
Parish Office can be contacted by phone 066 4018996 Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. or by email: abbeydorney@dioceseofkerry.ie
Masses from St. Bernard’s Church, Abbeydorney are streamed live on www.dioceseofkerry.ie, on Sunday at 10 a.m. Go to Abbeydorney Parish and click on watch live Mass.
Kilflynn Eucharistic Adoration Monday (7.00 p.m.-8.00 p.m.)
November Masses for those who died during the year: St. Bernard’s, Abbeydorney Tuesday November 16th at 7.30 p.m. St. Mary’s, Kilflynn Wednesday November 17th at 7.30 p.m. If you would like to remember family members, outside of the parish who died since last November, please hand in their names to the Parish office.
Covid-19 Update Religious services and weddings can proceed without capacity limits but with all other protective measures remaining in place as and from October 22nd, 2021. People attending religious services in our church must wear face masks, sanitise their hands on entry and exit from the church and maintain adequate social distancing whenever appropriate. Please continue to follow all of the public health guidance in relation to Covid-19 so as to reduce the spread of the virus.
KILFLYNN RUNNING GROUP
Training for the Couch to 5km and 10 km commenced in the Community walkway at the Sportsfield, Dromakee,Kilflynn on Sunday morning 3rd October at 10.00a.m
The next training session will be on Wednesday at 7.00p.m and every Sunday morning and Wednesday evenings at 7p.m from October on till St. Stephen’s Day where we will run our 5 km and 10 km. Only 23 more sessions till St. Stephens day. There will be a donation of €2 per night per person. This money will go to the Kerry cancer support group for their bus services everyone welcome
TAEKWON DO
The Kilflynn School of TaeKwon-Do returns on Wednesday, October 6th, in the St. Columbus Centre, Kilflynn.
Class Times
-4.45pm – 5.30pm (3 to 5 year olds).
-5.30pm – 6.30pm (6 to 14 year olds).
For further details contact Wayne on 086 0883595
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
The local confidential number is 087 7086253.
COVID-19 SUPPORT LINE FOR OLDER PEOPLE
ALONE manages a national support line and additional support for older people who have concerns or are facing difficulties relating to COVID-19. The support line is open seven days a week, 8am – 8pm, by calling 0818 222 024
