Local Notes: Convoy for cancer, Do It For Declan, under age GAA and
Pictured at the recent 'Do It For Declan' event in Ballymacarbry
Bingo Success
It was another great bingo night recently at Ballymacarbry Community Centre. Thanks to all who attended the bingo. It was great to see a packed house again. Thanks to Thomas Crotty for calling the numbers once again. We’ll be back in a months’ time so keep an eye on these notes, our social media and our road sign for the next date which will be announced soon.
Last Sunday the community centre had the privilege of hosting a major fundraising event organised by the ‘Do It For Declan’ committee.
The event was moved to the centre due to the inclement weather and saw an enormous crowd attend.
The atmosphere was electric and it was wonderful to see such community spirit in full flow.
For those who were unable to make it, but would like to make a donation to the campaign, please visit the ‘Do It For Declan’ facebook page for the link to donate. Well done to Declan, his family and all the volunteers who made things happen on Sunday.
The preparations are cranking up for another huge event in the community, taking place on Sunday, November 3, at 11am at the community centre. In memory of Cian Morrissey, the Morrissey family and friends of Cian are organizing a tractor, truck and car run along with a family fun day at the centre. All proceeds will go to The Oak Ward at University Hospital Waterford. To support this great event and worthy cause please contact the organisers by email ciansconvoyforcancer@gmail.com or call 083 3810107 or 087 6429404.
The centre are delighted to be hosting a new Well!Kids programme for children in their second year of ECCE. Starting on Saturday, November 9, from 10am to 11am at the AstroTurf of Ballymacarbry Community Centre. This fun-filled activity will continue every Saturday morning after that. Children will enjoy active games and learn basic football and hurling skills while developing their functional movement in a fun and supportive environment. No equipment is needed to start, but a hurley, helmet, and gum shield will be needed in the future. It’s a great way for kids to get active, make friends, and try out new sports. The cost is €5 per week. Interested parents should contact Sean on 087 7712159 as your child will need to be registered with the GAA club in advance to attend.
