21ST BIRTHDAY FOR KILFLYNN CANCER QUIZ
Believe it or not it is twenty-one years since Fr. Pat O’Donnell organised the first Cancer support quiz in Kilflynn. After all those years the Christmas quiz is still going strong and now surely the longest running quiz in the county. This year’s quiz will be held on Saturday 27th December. With a constant and rising need for their services our designated charities, Recovery Haven, Kerry Hospice and Kerry Cancer Support, need your support more than ever. Our community’s support will help these charities to continue their wonderful work.
The quiz has always received unbelievable support from the people of Kilflynn and the surrounding parishes, with almost €100,000 raised to date, the vast majority of which was distributed to Kerry-based cancer charities. With such support, the quiz has become an integral part of Christmas celebrations in the village. Moreover, the event is not all about answering questions but also a fun filled night of music, raffles and auctions. This year it is hoped to auction some wonderful art, further details later. The organizers would be grateful to receive any items that might be raffled or sold. Maybe you could ask a business, you regularly deal with, for some item, such as a voucher, that we might raffle or sell on the night. Also, if you have any unwanted presents don’t put them in the attic; give them to us to raise much-needed funds for our charities. Remember there is someone for everything! Even If you can’t attend on the night we would be grateful for your support in these ways. If interested, please contact John Flaherty at (087) 2352753 or Mike Parker at (087) 9794541. Any donations can be handed in to John, Mike or to Herbert’s Bar and Shop. Anyone who might like to lend a hand on the night itself please let us know. As always, the organisers
Thank you for your continued support and look forward to seeing you on Saturday 27th December. As the night is always busy, in order that the quiz is comfortably run to everyone’s satisfaction, kick off will be at 8pm sharp.
CROTTA LOTTO RESULTS
Herbert’s Bar, Kilflynn was the venue for the Crotta Hurling Club weekly lotto draw on Monday 15th December, The Four numbers drawn out of the drum by the independent observer: Graham Harris, Clounsillagh, Lixnaw were 10,17,21 and 25. There was no winner of the 5,400 Jackpot.
Congratulations to the following who won €35 in the lucky dip draw: Jessica Cronin, Knocknacaska Kilflynn, Lisha Clifford, Riverside Close, Abbeydorney and Gerald Byrnes, Garrynagore, Lixnaw.
The next draw will take place in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn on Monday night 22nd December at 10.30p.m with a €5,500 Jackpot.
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 Herbert’s Bar/Village Store, Parker’s Pub, Zam Zam Kabab, Foley Shop Lixnaw, Abbeydorney Post Office or from Club ticket sellers. Many thanks to all who contribute to our weekly Club Lotto. The Club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the Club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. Your continued support is greatly appreciated
JUMPER DAY
We hope you all tuned into Radio Kerry when the students and staff of St. Teresa’s National, Kilflynn went live on the radio on Thursday 11th December to celebrate Saint Vicent de Paul Christmas Jumper Day 2025! They had a fantastic morning with Andrew and Elaine from Radio Kerry’s Full Breakfast. They spoke to some of the students, the Students Council and they were blown away by the Kilflynn amazing school choir.
You may very well hear them from now until Christmas on the airwaves!!
Well done to everyone and thank you Andrew and Elaine
DARTS DOUBLES
The weekly Darts tournament returns on Friday 19th December in Parker’s Pub. Fresh Turkey’s to be won. All names in for the draw at 8.00p.m
ST. MARY’S CHURCH, KILFLYNN
Mass Intention for the week in St. Mary’s Church: Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday 17th December at 10.00a.m,
Mass will be celebrated on Friday 19th December at 10.00a.m , John & Josephine O’Brien, Clounafineela & deceased members of the King Family, Glenballyma, Kilflynn (Anniversary ) Mass will be celebrated on Saturday 20th December at 6.00pm
If anyone would like a call, please contact the Parish Office 066 4018996 or Fr. Jerry Keane 087 2844649.
Christmas Mass Bouquets Cards and a selection of other Mass Cards available from the Parish Office
Adoration of Blessed Sacrament Kilflynn: Monday 7.00p.m. – 8.00 p.m.. Check www.dioceseofkerry.ie go to Abbeydorney parish and check the newsletter.
Christmas Masses: Abbeydorney: Christmas Eve Wednesday 24th December at 7.30 p.m., Christmas Morning Thursday 25th December at 9.30 a.m. Kilflynn: Christmas Eve Wednesday 24th December at 6.00 p.m. Christmas Morning Thursday December 25th at 11.00 a.m. Boxes of Parish Envelopes for 2026 have been distributed. Anyone who has not got a box and would like to receive one please contact the Parish Office. Thank you for your continued generous support and thanks to the volunteers who helped distribute the boxes. Samaritans Kerry Annual Collection on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
ACTIVE RETIRED GROUP
The Abbeydorney/Kilflynn active retired group will be meeting again on Wednesday 14th January 2026.
Hope you all enjoy Christmas and New Year. Any enquiries please contact Marie Williams; 0667135831 or 0852524028.
CHRISTMAS CAROL SERVICE
The Kilflynn Church Choir put on a fantastic performance at their Christmas Carol Service on Sunday 14th December at a packed St Mary’s Church, Kilflynn. A very enjoyable evening of beautiful carols and hymns that celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. Well done to everyone involved.
KILFLYNN NS ENROLMENTS
Kilflynn N.S. now accepting enrolments for September 2026. If you wish to enrol your child, go to the school websitehttps://www.kilflynnschool.com/ to download an Application Form or contact the school by emailing knschool@gmail.com or calling 066 7135633 Completed
Application Forms are to be returned by January 19th January.
CROTTA GAA
Save the date The Crotta Hurling Club are holding A Virtual Race Night on Saturday 7th February in Herbert’s Bar and Parker’s Pub. Staring at 8.00p.m
More details to follow over the coming weeks but be sure to slot it into your calendar for now as it is certain to be another fantastic night of fun and entertainment for all club members.
St Stephen Day Friday 26th December, 12pm at the sport field, Dromakee, Kilflynn
The Tom “Red” McElligott Memorial Cup.
Crotta GAA players past & present playing in memory & honour of our dear friend and former teammate.
ALONE
The organisation that enables older people age at home are looking for Telephone and Visitation Volunteers to support older people in the community. 1hr a week can make all the difference! Call 0801 222 024 please or see ALONE.ie/Volunteer for more info.
