nuacht chláir september 2014

Knockdoemore Sports Centre Development Updates

sport page 28

How the school has embedded in the local community has to be the main highlight of

the first year for us” said Mr Mongey. “It was a significant task to establish ourselves initially and a huge ask for the the community to buy into a brand new second level school”. Many residents and parents were hesitant about sending their children off into the unknowns of a new school, fearing there would be several bumps in the road along the way. Other more established secondary schools have a reputation be it for exceeding in academic or athletic efforts, making it easy for parents to ask advice from friends, family and neighbors about schools

options in the area. Over 200 students and their parents took a leap of faith and pioneered their first year at second level school under the watchful eye of Principal Mongey and his carefully recruited team of teachers. “The second highlight has to be from the students perspective, the entire cohort in general were quite happy with the school. They settled in quickly, considering none of them had a previous experience of having an older sibling or cousin in the school. They adapted quite well” explained Mongey. It is a opportunity and privilege that not many principals have in the course of their careers, to start

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Nuacht Chláir The free community-curated newsletter for Claregalway September 2014 | Vol.19 iss.1

Coláiste Bhaile Chláir, A Year in Review

news page 7

Claregalway Ns Receives Grant for Two-Story Extension

For more local news see www.Claregalway.info

Late Summer Clafoutis, Fruit Lover’s Dream

features pages 8–9

Technology. Love it or hate it, the time has come to embrace it in the classroom. Alan Mongey, Principal of the brand new Coláiste Bhaile Chláir in Claregalway recently wrapped up the school term—and just started a new one—and he shared his thoughts with us on how the first year went.

Pictured is Mr Alan Mongey being presented with a plaque by Jack Moran & Ryan O’Sullivan at the end of year School Awards ceremony in May this year, in recognition of all his work and to mark the completion of the first, and very successful school year of Coláiste Bhaile Chláir 2013–14.

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Some of the scarecrows on display at this year’s Agricultural Show

Julie McKenna at the Agricultural Show recently

Rachel Farrell (Show Queen 2011) with this year’s Show Queen Orlagh McCann

Anne Moran, Lakeview with Fr Seamus Nohilly at the Agricultural Show

Brothers Val Noone (Chairman of Claregalway Agricultural Show) and Cllr Malachy Noone at the Show in Duffy’s Equestrian Centre recently.

Josette Farrell with Cake & Jam Judge Monica

Photos by Josette Farrell. Claregalway.info/photos

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by Josette Farrell

There is an autumnal feel in the air and again it’s a sign of the seasons changing—from seaside scenes to kicking Autumn leaves! Welcome to the September issue of Nuacht Chláir, published by Claregalway.info. This month we bring you articles from our regular contributers Claregalway Dental Surgery, Claregalway Medical Centre, Móna Wise, Edward Coppinger, giY Ireland, Crosswords with Brian, Football and news from local schools in the area. History is in the making with the opening of the Claregalway Museum in Loughgeorge on Saturday next, the 13th September at 12 noon. This should be a hugely enjoyable occasion and well done to the Historical & Cultural Society who are behind this initiative. Claregalway is a community hub and well known the length and breadth of the country for being so. The only obstacle is the lack of a bypass—it is vitally needed, now more so than ever. Traffic is choked up on a daily basis and now that the children are back at school, there’s even chaos in the gridlock. Time and time again, this issue has arisen. It has created conversation but no action. Is action not well overdue at this stage or what does it take? . Schools are what cements a community and it’s great to see the progress of the three schools located around Claregalway village—Coláiste Bhaile Chláir Secondary School, Educate Together and Claregalway National School, especially the great news this month from Claregalway National School that a grant has been received for development of a new extension. It would be great if the newly acquired grounds here could be incorporated with a public park, an amenity which is so badly needed for the ever-growing village. The plans for the football grounds at Knockdoemore makes for very interesting reading. See Kieran’s article on page 28 for more info. Congratulations to everyone who helped out with making the village even more beautiful in recent months! The results of the National Tidy Towns Competition are just in as we go to print, and Claregalway has improved on its score from last year! Well done to all, especially the hard-working Claregalway Tidy Towns Committee. As always, your feedback and opinions are greatly accepted. This is the first issue of our nineteenth edition and you can check out our archives online all the way back to issue one in August 1996!

Until next time, Josette

EditorialYou can submit stories & photos by posting to Nuacht Chláir, ‘Currach Ruadh,’ Creig Buí,Baile Chláir, Co. na Gaillimhe.

by emailing [email protected]

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via our website www.Claregalway.info

or via our Facebook pagewww.facebook.com/Claregalway.info

Nuacht Chláir is an open access publication and we try to include everything that’s submitted, subject to the law of the land, and editorial judgement. This judgement is exercised by the volunteer production team in order to preserve balance in the newsletter. The views & opinions expressed in the articles are those of the individual contributors and are not necessarily those of the production team.

We are always on the lookout for new local contributors. If you would like to share some local news, photos, events or stories, just get in touch. We are constantly updating our website Claregalway.info. Here you can keep up to date with local news, sports, features, notices and events, read up on some the history of Claregalway, or check out our ever-expanding local business directory. If you have any suggestions for features you would like to see on the site, let us know. Finally, don’t forget to like our popular Facebook page at facebook.com/Claregalway.info where we share local news, links and photos.


Official Opening of Claregalway Museum

Claregalway Museum will be officially opened on Saturday, September 13th at 12 noon. The Museum is the latest project to be undertaken by the Claregalway Historical & Cultural Society which was founded in 1991. The Society aims to encourage the appreciation, knowledge and preservation of the Claregalway area’s rich historical, cultural and archaeological heritage and has already published a detailed history of the parish in 1999 and a pictorial history in 2002. The society also restored the old forge at Rooaunmore in 2007. Claregalway Museum is located in Rooaunmore, adjacent to the old forge. Construction work on the building commenced in October 2013 and was completed in February 2014. The site was given free of charge by the Smyth and Glynn families, Rooaunmore. The cost of construction was funded by a grant from Comhar na nOileáin, with the balance raised through fundraising efforts. The Historical & Cultural Society is extremely grateful to many local businesses and individuals who have contributed to the building fund. A caretaker, who has been sanctioned under the Tús programme, is in attendance on alternate weeks.

It will complement the very unique historical features of Claregalway, which comprise the 13th Century Franciscan Friary, 15th Century Claregalway Castle and the 17th Century Nine Arch Bridge. The members of the Historical & Cultural Society who have worked diligently to bring this project to fruition are Tom Lenihan, Brendan Noonan, Seamus O’Connell, Gerry Glynn, Niall Devitt, Malachy Qualter, Jack Hession, Michael Hession, Sean Concannon, Seoirse Morris, Pat Coen, Marie Glynn, Gráinne Ní Alliúin, Joe O’Connell.

Congratulations to Aisling Cribbin, aged 8, from Cahergowan with her Serama hen called Sybill that won the All-Ireland Female bantam final in Swinford in Mayo recently. She received €100 in prize money for her win.

Pictured are Katie Feeney (Castlegar) and Caoimhe Keenan (Carnmore) taken on Saturday 30th August after they completed a 29.5 km walk in Cormac Connolly’s memory and in aid of Pieta House.The Museum will be an invaluable asset

to the area, being a great educational and cultural resource, providing insights into the traditional way of life in rural Ireland of the 1950s and before.

Native Spanish Teacher looking for a job in a school in Galway. Can also do one-to-one grinds! For more information contact Belen on 089 459 6958.


Further Improvements to Claregalway Leisure Centre Originally published in the September 1999 Nuacht Chláir

This Summer has seen further improvements at the Leisure Centre, where the surfacing of the carpark with tarmacadam

is now completed. The job involved the installation of soak pits, underground drainage, traffic islands and a shrubbery, plus the surfacing of 3000 square metres of carpark with tarmacadam. The kerbing, drainage and surfacing was carried out by John Madden and Sons, Ballinrobe, while the soak pits, footpath realignment and concreting of the traffic islands were completed by the members of our FÁs scheme. Members of the FÁs scheme must also get credit for the landscaping of the carpark and the planting of the shrubs and creepers. By the end of September, it is intended to have the carpark lighting installed and working. This is a major project, which would not have been possible to commence without the financial assistance of local developers. In spite of their assistance, a major contribution from Claregalway gaa Club and the Leisure Centre will still be required. A very special mention must be made of Hubert Hewell. His expertise and advice in designing the layout of the carpark, was an invaluable contribution. The external painting of the Centre commenced in late August, again the work being done by our FÁs scheme members. Weather permitting, it is intended to complete the job before the onset of winter. Thanks to John Brennan for his advice on paint and colour schemes.

For more local news from 1996 onwards, check out our online archives at Claregalway.info/archives or read the Parish History: Claregalway.info/history

Fifteen Years Ago in Claregalway This is a snippet of local ‘news’ (now history), printed in the Nuacht Chláir fifteen years ago.

Pictured above is Claregalway Community Centre after being tarmaced in August 1999. Below is today’s view.

Also this month in 1999...Best of luck to Hughes Supermarket, Claregalway, the first of its kind in Ireland to go online. Merit Solutions—a software company specialising in retail systems solutions is testing its online supermarket system through Hughes where customers can purchase from a range of products including supermarket groceries, toys, DiY or hardware by clicking on the internet.


Local Notices

Walking Club meets every Sunday at the Arches Hotel at 10:30am and on Wednesdays meet at Claregalway Church at 7.30pm. All are welcome. For info contact Edel—085 102 0611.

Legion of Mary meeting every Monday from 7.15–8.15pm in Cairdeas. New members welcome.

The Claregalway & District Day Care Centre is now open five days Monday–Friday from 9.30am–4pm. For more information please drop in, contact 091 739 385, 086 445 8989, or visit claregalwaydaycarecentre.ie.

Claregalway Parent & Baby/Toddler Group meet every Wednesday from 10am–12 noon at Claregalway Community Centre. All welcome. Contact Yvonne 087 943 7410.

Ultra-Flex School of Dance classes in Disco-Freestyle, Street Dance and Musical theatre every Tuesday in the sMa House Claregalway. Classes range from 3–17 years old. Contact Emma on 085 2388 591 for specific class times or for more information.

Adult Music Classes, subject to demand, are being offered at Lackagh Village Centre on Button Accordion, Tin Whistle, Keyboard, Bodhrán & Céilí Drums from September. For further info please contact Padraig on 086 3166 972.

Claregalway/Carnmore Active Retirement meeting every Friday at 10.30am in Cairdeas. New members are always welcome.

Singing lessons and vocal coaching beginning in Lackagh. Build confidence, learn breathing techniques, voice projection, improve your range or just Have fun learning new songs with a fully qualified teacher. Beginners to professional, all ages welcome. Also working with exam prep for Leaving Cert and Junior Cert music students. Find out more from Siobhán on 0878527760.

Claregalway/Carnmore Senior Citizens Cards and bingo held every Monday night at 8pm in Cairdeas Parish Meeting Room.


This redevelopment will provide much needed additional accommodation for the children attending the school. The Board of Management gratefully acknowledges that the Des recognised the constraints within which the school is currently operating and released funding to enable this redevelopment project. Parents/guardians, children and members of the school community will be kept informed as the project develops. Sincere thanks to a local family for donating 2.6 acres of land adjacent to Claregalway National School for provision of Playing Fields for the children and the continued use of the property by the School under the Patronage of the Bishop of Galway.

New Developments in the Pipeline at Claregalway ns Ba mhaith leis an Bord Baisintíochta nuacht faoi forbairt na scoile a thabhairt do thusmitheoirí agus caomhnóirí na scoile. Fuaireadh dearbhú ón Roinn Oideachais seanphíosa na scoile a leagadh agus seomraí ranganna nua a thógáil.

The Board of Management of Claregalway Ns is delighted to announce that it has secured significant funding from the Department of Education & Skills to redevelop the 1930’s section of the school. The Department has approved a grant for theDemolition of the 1930’s section of the school and the provision of a two-story extension comprising six mainstream classrooms, three special education teaching rooms and one assisted user toilet.

Phictiúr timpeall—Naionáin Shóisireacha ar an Chéad Seachtain ar Scoil

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When we were thinking about a recipe for this month’s issue, we wanted to share

something that is a fruit lovers dream. This time of year the Blackberries are everywhere, assuming the hedges have not been cut down on your road, and if you have not stashed a bunch in your freezer by now, then start picking. Another thing loading the branches these days are Damson plums. I remember one of my Mum’s friends, all through my childhood, always picking loads of Damson plums from behind her house and making the best Damson jam I have ever tasted. I can’t wait to get my next jar, but in the meantime, no sense in not putting those Damsons to good use! Tarts, pies, cobblers and crumbles are all over the shops and restaurants but something you rarely see is a good old fashioned clafoutis. Don’t be scared away by the posh-sounding name. Originally a French dessert, this dish is best explained to taste like sweet summer fruits in a pancake-like batter. It is very simple to prepare and the baking barely takes a half an hour. Although you can make this dessert without the use of Brandy, why not try something new? We received a bottle of Longueville Apple Brandy and it gave the Clafoutis a lovely kick. This Brandy, all the way from Cork makes a delicious foodie gift too, just incase you are looking for an early Christmas present for friends and family. Give the dessert a whirl... don’t even wait for an excuse, just bake it as soon as you get your hands on some delicious sweet fruit.

Móna

For more of Móna’s stories and recipes, check out her website at www.WiseWords.ie or facebook page at www.facebook.com/WiseWordsMona or see our posts tagged WiseWords at www.Claregalway.info.

Ah yes... Autumn. We have survived the back-to-school chaos of the last few weeks. Uniforms are all found, lunchbox lids and water bottles have been relocated and are back in action. The children are all delighted to be back at school and we share their delight here at home. The house is quiet again, the floors are magically staying that bit cleaner every day, the laundry pile is a more manageable size—thank goodness for uniforms—and when the kids get home every evening they are starving and ready for bed before it gets dark outside. I. Love. School.

Móna’s Zesty Clafoutis, A Fruit Lover’s Dream


What you will need• 500g Damson plums, Blackberries & Peaches• 75g caster sugar• 75g honey• 3 tbsp brandy• 20g butter, melted, plus a bit extra to grease the pie dish

• 2 tbsp light brown sugar• 50g plain flour• Pinch of salt• 2 eggs, whisked• 270ml cream• Finely grated zest of ½ lemon or an orange

How to prepareWash the fruit and remove the stones from the plums and peaches. Put all the fruit in a bowl and smash a little bit, so the skins pop off but the fruit retains most of its shape. Add the honey and the brandy to the fruit, tossing it all together, then cover and leave to macerate for an hour or two. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease a baking dish, wide enough to hold the fruit in one layer, and add half the brown sugar to coat the inside of the dish. Sieve the flour into a mixing bowl and add a pinch of salt and the caster sugar. Whisk in the eggs, followed by the cream and the melted butter, until you have a smooth pancake-like batter. Add the lemon (or orange) zest, then tip in the fruit and their honeyed juices. Pour into the prepared baking dish and bake for about a ½ hour, until set. It might be still a bit wobbly in the middle. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

Late Summer Clafoutis

Serves 6

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would like to know what planet does Mr Nix live on and, while I appreciate the great work that has been carried out on the Oranmore to Claregalway road, how often did he have to sit on gridlock in Claregalway or Clarinbridge?” Cllr Kearney said that to say the motorway project is a waste of taxpayers’ money is an “insult” to the people who for years have had to travel from Donegal to Kerry and suffer hours of tailbacks in many of the areas that are proposed to be bypassed under the new stretch of motorway. “Claregalway has been the worst bottleneck in the country for years and a bypass for the village has been ruled out pending the construction of this necessary infrastructure,” said Cllr Kearney. He said Mr Nix and others were asking the people in the towns and villages of Tuam, Claregalway, Oranmore, Clarinbridge, Kilcolgan, Ardrahan and Labane to continue to suffer traffic congestion and a poor quality of life.

“May Day in 1654 might have been the date set by Cromwell when he ruled Connacht to be just a little better than Hell and for those of us west of the Shannon, little has changed in the attitude of some who have benefitted on the eastern seaboards,” he said. Paying tribute to the Government for prioritising the project, he said he was hopeful it would be equally forceful in delivering the Galway outer city bypass in the coming years, and that An Taisce would not once again find themselves “standing in the way of improving the hearts of our towns and cities so that people can live in comfort”. “It is time that the west of Ireland received a proper infrastructure and that the people of the west were treated on level playing pitch as the rest of the country. It’s time to put Cromwell’s thinking behind us,” said Cllr Kearney. A requested comment from An Taisce was not forthcoming at time of publishing.

An analysis of projected traffic volumes on the 57km route last

week indicated that the public private partnership project could become the worst performing motorway in the country. The four lane non-tolled road is to create 450 jobs during construction and will bypass Tuam, Ardrahan, Claregalway, Kilcolgan, Clarinbridge and Gort. The sod was turned on the project back in May and the first traffic is expected along the route in 2018. The road will be capable of handling 40,000 to 50,000 vehicles per day, but an analysis of traffic projections by The Irish Times last week indicated that the motorway will be operating at less than a quarter of it capacity in 2030, with James Nix of An Taisce also suggesting that the the existing N18 between Oranmore and Claregalway was “more than adequate” to cater for traffic and that “taxpayers have been made to borrow—and repay—€250 million needlessly”. Hitting out at these comments, Councillor Frank Kearney said, “I

A claim that the €550 million Gort to Tuam motorway is to become a ghost motorway has been blasted by local representatives.

‘Ghost Motorway’ Claim Rejected

This article was first published in the Galway Independent and was written by Lorraine O’Hanlon


Hip-Hop/Disco Dancing Classes in Cregmore nsWe are all about fun times, and most of all, bringing joy to others through dance.

sl Dance Technics is an award winning school of dance based in Abbeyknockmoy. With over fifteen years of excellence and established as one of the leading dance schools in County Galway, sl Dance Technics prides itself on quality teaching, offering fun and funky dance classes for all ages and abilities. All students get the opportunity to learn different dance styles with routines that are exciting and varied, covering disco, street, freestyle, rock’n’roll, hip-hop, line dancing, commercial jazz & cheerleading, using a wide variety of music from current pop to westend show tunes. Sandra and Louise Potter are professionally qualified teachers of dance with over ten years teaching experience. They are members of the iDTa (International Dance Teachers Association) which is the largest professional dance association in the world and are affiliated to the aiDF (All Ireland Dance Federation). They have also completed the keeping

safe Child protection training and are committed to the welfare of their students, ensuring their school runs in accordance with up to date policies and procedures based on the children first Guidelines (2011). All leaders in attendance are trained and garda vetted. Many of their students have won various All-Ireland medals, National titles as well as making several TV appearances, this includes travelling the length and breath of the country performing in renowned auditoriums such as the Model Theatre Sligo, The National Concert Hall Dublin, The O’Reilly Theatre Dublin, The Helix Theatre and the historic Olympia Theatre to name but a few. For all budding starsClasses are now open in Cregmore Ns gym each monday 4:45–5:45pm. Boys and girls of all ages welcome! Visit slDanceTechnics.com for more info or contact Sandra on 086 169 1946.

Corrib School of Irish Dancing Beginner’s Classes 2014

Corrib School of Irish Dancing Beginner’s classes 2014 resume:

Wednesday 10th September in Claregalway School from 3–4:45pm

Wednesday 10th September in Carnmore Community Centre from 5–6:30pm

Thursday 11th September in sMa House, Claregalway from 5–6:30pm

Friday 12th September in Turloughmore Community Centre from 5:30–6:30pm

Learn Irish dancing in a fun and nurturing environment. Beginners and newcomers are always welcome. For further information or details about other classes in the area, visit www.CorribSchool.com or contact Aoife Dempsey T.C.R.g (087 6950457).

Claregalway Active Retirement were recently the guest of Noel Grealish TD on a trip to Dáil Éireann. They were treated to lunch and a few drinks in the Dáil Bar and a great day was enjoyed by everyone. The journey home was too short as the sing-song was exceptionally good!

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Once disturbed they flew around in a panic, getting caught in plants here and up against plastic there.

It took me some time to shoo all four of them out. I am no expert on birds, but I am pretty sure they were thrushes. Whatever—you do not mess with my tomatoes… In some ways, oddly, I was happy that it was birds that were doing the pilfering, since last summer I assumed the nibbling on the tomatoes was caused by rodents which is not what you want messing with your food. Birds, while undoubtedly a pest, at least are not a major health risk. I have had to put a bio-net screen over the open doors to stop the birds getting in. From July to October, we are in what I like to call bruschetta season—it’s a wonderful time of the year, when a simple lunch or supper can easily be conjured up from nothing, once you have some decent sourdough bread in the bread bin. Simply toast some of the bread, rub some cut garlic on it, add some slices of delicious ripe tomatoes (warm from the polytunnel), some ripped basil leaves, sprinkle with lots of sea salt and black pepper and drizzle with a good olive oil. Shake fists at the birds, and eat.

Grow It Yourself SeptemberRecently, I went down to the polytunnel to get a few tomatoes to go with our breakfast eggs, only to walk in on a group of birds conducting a daring raid. They had managed to pull a few ripe tomatoes off the plant, and were busy gorging themselves on the fleshy fruit.

To do this SeptemberLift crops which have finished growing and dress bare soil with manure, compost (or plant green manures). Wasps can be problematic as fruit ripens so make traps from jars of sugary water. Remove surplus leaves from tomato plants which allows air to circulate and sunshine to fall on the fruit. Go blackberry picking!

by Michael Kelly—GIY Ireland© giY Ireland 2014—all rights reserved.GIY is a not-for-profit organisation. www.GIYireland.com.

SowLast month for sowing perpetual spinach, chard and oriental salads—it will be worth it in the New Year when there’s almost nothing else to eat, so get sowing! In the polytunnel/greenhouse sow lettuce, mustard, cress, basil, coriander, parsley, radish, dwarf early pea, broadbean, cauliflower seed, rocket, onion seed and garlic. Outside sow white turnip seeds and autumn onion sets, e.g. centurion and sturon. Plant out strawberry runners. Pot up some parsley for winter use.

HarvestLift onions and leave to dry out in sun or in the polytunnel/greenhouse for two weeks. Apples, plums, pears are now in season. Continue to harvest salad leaves, tomatoes, radish, potatoes, carrots, turnips, beetroots, cauliflower, cucumbers, peppers, beans, courgettes, spinach, leeks, red cabbage, summer cabbage, aubergine, sweet corn.


St James Choir practice at 8.15pm every Tuesday in Cairdeas Meeting Room, beside the Church. New members are most welcome.

You can tune in to 106.4FM to listen to Mass in Claregalway Church live every day.

claregalwayparish@eircom.netwww.assumptionandsaintjamesparish.comRadio Mass fM106.4Facebook claregalwayparish

The Parish Office, operated by Teresa Payne, Secretary, is located in Claregalway village beside the Church.Contact 091 798 741 / [email protected]

Claregalway Church Sacrament TimesDaily MassSunday 9 & 11am Monday 9:30am Tuesday 9:30am Wednesday 9:30am

Thursday 7:30pm Friday 9:30am Saturday 9:30amVigil (Saturday) 7.30pm

Sacrament of BaptismBaptismal preparation training night second Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm in Cairdeas. Baptisms are celebrated on the first Sunday of the month at noon and the third Saturday of the month at 4pm. Booking forms are available from the Parish Office.

Sacrament of MarriagePlease contact Parish Office for a booking form.

Mini Vigil to Knock21st Annual Mini Vigil to Knock takes place on Friday 12th of September in the old Church. Bus stopping in Claregalway at 6.15pm. Cost €10. Contact Fr Sean Kilcoyne at 087 2359576 or 091 798741. All welcome.

Congratulations to Patsy Walsh of Cahergowan on the Christening of her two newest Great Grandchildren, in the font which she and her husband Seán R.i.p. donated to the church in Claregalway almost forty years ago. The twin girls, Francesca and Allegra, join Lucas, Carmen, Aurora, Bram and Wolf in Patsy’s growing list of Great Grandchildren. May she live long to enjoy her growing legacy.

Congratulations to Coman Duke and Mairéad Ní Dhonnabháin, Inchydoney, Cork, who were married on the 14th of August in Clonakilty.

Claregalway Parish is now on Facebook, with up to date news on the Church and Parish. Why not like the page and share it with family and friends at home and abroad.

Birthday wishes to Michelle, Gerard and Darragh Kirrane of Cregboy who celebrate their birthdays in September.


Castle Ghosts by Edward Coppinger

It’s a dreary stormy winter nightWith a watery ghostly moon,And angry flashes of dark and light,On the wind from Cahernahoon.

The castle stands against the galeNow a shrieking howling moan,Sinister and eerie its whistling wailOver the fields of Cahernahoon.

The ruin gives barely a trembleIn answer to the wild winds cry,Where defenders used to assemble,Now wide open beneath the sky.

Once more they’ll man the turretsOf the stone built Galway ruin,But now it will be their spirits,Against the wind from Cahernahoon.

The stairway is cracked and broken,Oh there’s sorrow in the gloom,And in the whispered Irish spokenOn the wind from Cahernahoon.

Some said in the winds bold blastThey used to hear a plaintive tune, Played on strings of a Celtic harpOn the winds from Cahernahoon.

Will there be ghosts this nightOr death in the fearsome gloom,Giving the living a chilling frightFrom the storm in Cahernahoon?

The sentries cry, “Halt who goes there?Advance slowly friend or foe”,But no one replies in the cold night airFrom the valley of Knockdoe.

At dawning day the storm abatesAll about that old grey ruin,And the castle ghosts their vigil vacateIn the peace from Cahernahoon.

Claregalway Dental Surgery to Hold Oral Cancer Awareness DayOral Cancer Screening Available to AllOn Wednesday 17th of September, Claregalway Dental Surgery is carrying out a screening day for oral cancer.

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This is part of a national programme to increase awareness about cancer of the mouth by highlighting the risk factors and its signs and symptoms. It is also hoped that this screening day will help identify any precancerous or cancerous soft tissue changes as early as possible as, unfortunately, diagnosis is usually at the later stages. Many of the signs and symptoms of oral cancer which prompt a person to seek medical help, such as pain or altered sensation, are late presentations. We hope this screening day can help identify those affected earlier thus improving the prognosis. Unlike other areas of the body, the mouth and neck are easily accessible for inspection and self-examination. It is vital that one goes for an examination of the soft tissues of the mouth to check for any subtle changes or abnormalities that may indicate pre-cancer or cancer, such an exam is included in your routine six monthly dental examination always at the surgery. People with and without teeth should attend their dentist for these regular check visits. During this clinic we will assess your mouth and the tissues with a five minute examination and provide information on how to carry out a mouth check at home.

Basic information and Signs & Symptoms of Mouth CancerHeavy smoking and alcohol consumption are high risk factors.Any skin lesion, lump, or ulcer that does not resolve in 14 days located on the tongue, lip, or other mouth areas. This is usually small, most often pale coloured, but may be dark or discoloured. An early sign may be a white patch or a red patch on the soft tissues of the mouth which is usually painless initially, but may develop a burning sensation or pain when the tumor/lesion is advanced.

We are delighted to announce that we have a new team member—Rebecca! She has received an Honours Degree in Dentistry from Trinity College Dublin in 2012. As well as attending many continuing educational programmes Rebecca is highly regarded as a sensitive and patient dentist and is looking forward to seeing new and existing patients of the practice. To book an appointment with Rebecca give us a call on 091 798 333 or visit www.ClaregalwayDentalSurgery.ie.


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Cruthu Studio

Unit 12 Cois Chlair Claregalway

087 6866 740 www.cruthustudio.com

Artist: Elaine Cunningham

Adult Evening Classes

Monday 7.30 Knitting Beginner Tuesday 7.30 Oil Painting Wednesday 7.30 Oil Painting Thursday 7.30 Meditation

Adult Morning Classes

Tuesday 10.00 Mixed Crafts Wednesday 10.00 Meditation Thursday 10.00 Oil Painting

Childrens Classes

Tuesday 15.30 Knitting (Age 8 up ) Thursday 15.30 Art and Craft (9-13) Saturday 10.00 Art and Craft ( Age 7-8) Saturday 11.30 Art and Craft ( Age 6-7)

2 Day Kids Camps

Mon/Tue 27/28 Oct ,Wed/Thur 29/30 Oct

Opening Hours

Tuesday – Friday 10 am – 2 pm

And other times for Classes / Exhibitions as per schedule

Childrens Art Competition closing 30/sept/14

See www.cruthustudio.com for details

The word Cruthú (Irish) means ‘to Create’ or ‘Creation’ and we will be

celebrating all things creative! There has been a huge rise in interest in Arts and Crafts recently so along with her already popular Oil painting classes for Adults and Art & Craft classes for Children, she has added more crafty classes, such as Knitting classes for Adults and Children and a Mixed Craft morning class for Adults. In the Knitting Classes the Children will learn how to knit little stuffed toys, super cool beanie hats or scarfs that they can customise as a complete one off make that no-one else will have. In the Adult class, starting with the basics you will learn how to cast on stitches, make sense of Patterns, and knit or crochet the most marvelous garments and craft items.

The Adult Craft Class is going to introduce you to a variety of crafts such as sewing, needle felting, mosaic, glass painting and others. After the introductory course we hope to continue on a Tuesday morning with a craft group where everyone can work on their chosen piece of craft in a social environment, with expert workshops arranged on occasion. During the school breaks we are running Art and Craft Kids camps from aged 6–13 and don’t forget to enter our Children’s Art Competition for a free place in one of these camps! The Studio also hosts Meditation classes for those who wish to soothe the mind in comfortable and creative surroundings. We will be holding weekend workshops in different areas of craft during the year as well as occasional Art or Craft exhibitions. Elaine’s own work will hang on the Gallery walls which she would like to share with the wealth of local talent in the Claregalway area. ‘I hope to showcase art and craftwork from local artisans along the Gallery walls. It will provide a truly inspirational space to work and learn in.’ More details on classes, workshops and competition entry form are available online at CruthuStudio.com and on our Facebook page. The Studio and Gallery will be open Tuesday–Friday mornings from 10am to 2pm and then at other times for Classes and Exhibitions. Please feel free to pop in and have a browse.

Cruthú Art Studio Opens in Claregalway VillageArtist Elaine Cunningham has been giving Art classes to adults and children for the past three years in Claregalway. She felt the time was right to take the next step and open her own Art and Craft studio and Gallery space in Cois Chláir, which opened this month.


What is influenza?Flu is an illness caused by the flu virus. It is passed from person to person through droplets created when someone with the infection sneezes or coughs. Flu can spread quickly. Symptoms of flu include a high temperature (fever), muscle aches, cough, headache and extreme tiredness. It usually lasts for between two and seven days. Most people recover fully but complications such as pneumonia may develop.

Immunisation against seasonal flu?Flu immunisation (the flu jab) gives excellent protection against seasonal flu and lasts for one year. The vaccine will be available from your gp and some participating pharmacies from October. It is made from the strain of flu virus that is expected in the coming winter. Each year this is slightly different, so a new jab needs to be made every year. You need a yearly jab to stay protected. Flu jabs do not prevent other viral infections which can cause coughs, colds and flu-like illnesses. It protects only against the particular flu virus that is expected it the coming winter.The vaccine cannot cause flu or any other infections.

Who should be immunised against the seasonal flu virus?You should be immunised against the seasonal flu virus each autumn if you

are aged 50 years or older or have a chronic illness which requires regular medical follow-up e.g. chronic heart disease, chronic liver disease, chronic neurological disease, chronic renal failure, chronic respiratory disease, diabetes mellitus. Others include: those with immuno-suppression due to disease or treatment, those with any condition that can compromise respiratory function, those with Downs syndrome, children on long-term aspirin therapy, those with morbid obesity, residents of nursing homes, old people’s homes, and other long stay facilities, the main carer for an elderly or disabled person, staff involved in direct patient care, pregnant women, those who have close, regular contact with pigs, poultry and water fowl, or anyone (aged six months and older) who wishes to reduce their risk of infection may choose to have the seasonal influenza vaccine.

PneumoniaPneumococcus can cause diseases such as pneumonia, meningitis and blood infections. You should consider having this vaccine if you are over 65 years or have certain diseases of the lung, heart, kidney, liver or nervous system.This vaccination is normally given just once. It provides lifelong protection (except in certain circumstances).

Flu Season... It’s That Time of Year Again!

by Nurse Doreen Eaton, Turloughmore Medical Centre

This article appears courtesy of Turloughmore Medical Centre. For more information, contact the centre on 091 797 106 or 797 187.

Workshop for Parents —Social Media & Its Effects on Young People

Date: Thursday 18th September 2014Time: 7–9pmVenue: Claregalway Hotel, Claregalway

This short workshop has been organised by the Galway Rural Development Co. Ltd and is designed for all parents of young people who use Social Media.

The objectives of the workshop are to:• Explore how young people use Social Media and its effects on mental health

• Explain the definition of sexting and its legal consequences

• Define and respond to cyberbullying• Provide tips for helping young people who are being cyberbullied

The workshop is free to participants.

The lovely Lily-Mae Morrison pictured at her recent Tiny Dancer Party in the Castle, held in Claregalway Castle on the 23rd of August. Thanks to all who attended, a super day was had. Special thanks to all the sponsors and volunteers who made the event possible. For more photos visit Claregalway.info/photos or our Facebook page facebook.com/Claregalway.info.


Unfortunately in modern times we’ve developed some false connotations for the word Humility such as blind obedience, shyness, not standing up for ourselves or taking credit for our success.

Thought for the Month The Secret of Humility

In a highly individualized, competitive world where we must promote ourselves constantly to get jobs, be popular and succeed in many areas, the old fashioned notion of humility seems to only hold one back. Humility is not putting yourself down or lacking pride, it is not excessive modesty or submissiveness. Rather, we achieve humility when we completely conquer our selfish pride and when we do not see ourselves as superior to any other human being and when we are fully grateful for everything we have achieved and those who have helped us along the way. It’s when we stop pushing others down so that we might step up and instead support each other arm in arm and hand in hand. It is not at all an easy state to achieve. Learn to be HumbleTo be humble we must acknowledge that we are wrong sometimes. Accept feedback from others with grace and gratefulness, trying our best to learn from our mistakes rather than ignoring any suggestions that we don’t want to hear. Rather we must learn to accept help and advice with gratitude. We must also take full responsibility for our failures and the consequences of these and not turn the blame on others. A large part of Humility is forgiveness. When we learn to forgive those who have wronged us and also to apologize to those we have wronged we step off our soapbox and learn that it is not our role to judge others. We must also endure unfair treatment with patience and grace, knowing that the world is not always fair but we can do our best to be so. A humble Person can be happy for others; can rejoice

As your thought for the month, remember to keep genuine humility in you live. By doing so you are constantly keeping yourself in check with others around you, and at the same time opening yourself up to continue learning and growing as a person. Humility is the ability to know that we aren’t perfect, we aren’t broken, we are who we are and we are all very special and don’t ever forget that!

in their successes and achievements without feeling that they are any less because of them. With this we must try to only think and speak good things about others, celebrating their strengths rather than complaining about their flaws. A humble person is never above helping others. In fact they should look for opportunities to be of service and assistance to friends, family and strangers. However, to do so humbly is to not shout it from the rooftops, but rather do good deeds without any recognition or reward, to even remain anonymous in there charity. Of all the beautiful people I have met though, those that are humble in their greatness are by far the most admirable. It takes a pure heart to soar high and still keep one’s feet on the ground. Live each day to the fullest

‘Don’t undermine your worth by comparing yourself with others, It is because we are different that each of us is special. Don’t set your goals by what other people deem important, Only you know what is best for you. Don’t take for granted the things

closest to your heart, Cling to that as you would your life, for without them life is meaningless. Don’t let your life slip through your fingers by living in the past or the future. By living your life one day at a time, you live all the days of your life. Don’t give up when you still have something to give. Nothing is really over… until the moment you stop trying. Don’t be afraid to admit that you are less than perfect, It is the fragile thread that binds us to each other. Don’t be afraid to encounter risks, It is by taking chances that we learn how to be brave. Don’t shut love out of your life by saying it’s impossible to find. The quickest way to receive love is to give love. The fastest way to lose love is to hold on too tightly, And the best way to keep love is to give it wings. Don’t dismiss your Dreams. To be without dreams is to be without hope. To be without hope is to be without purpose. Don’t run through life so fast that you forget where you’ve been, But also know where you’re going. Life is not a race but a journey to be savored every step of the way. Live each day to the fullest.’

by Ronan Scully


Bridge ColumnStop and Think

Both vulnerable, Dealer East

Bidding

E S W N 1D 3H13NT P P P

1 Pre-emptive bid showing 7 hearts and 6–10 points. Lead: Heart 6

A case of poor defence by North (me, as it happens!). South led her Heart 6 and North should have taken stock. He had 7, West had none, East had to have at least KQ and probably a 3rd Heart, which left South leading her highest heart. What could this mean? Clearly, asking for a Spade switch. Assume North wakes up and switches to SK, followed by S9, South overtakes with S10, plays SA, SQ and S8 to defeat 3NT by 2 tricks (even a slight possibility of the CQ scoring later on). In reality, the dim witted North slavishly continued with the HJ, so East scored 2 Heart tricks, 6 Diamond tricks and, sadly, due to discards, 4 Club tricks: 3NT + 3 for a top! The message? Stop and think before you leap.

East J 4 3 K Q 2 A J 3 10 8 4 2

West 7 5 2 — K Q 10 9 6 5 A K J 3

Wine Classes—A fun introduction to the world of wineStarting Thursday 18th September for 4 weeks (25th Sept,2 & 9th Oct)at the Maldron Hotel, Oranmore

from 8-9:30pm. Cost: €70Contact Gerry on 087 270 5969

or [email protected] more see WineTastings.ie

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North K 9 A J 10 9 8 7 3 4 3 6 5

Local Notices

Comfort Keepers Home Care are now recruiting for Home Care Assistants in the Claregalway area. For more information call 091 455 100, apply

online at ComfortKeepers.ie/careers or post your CV to:

1 Liosban Industrial Estate, Tuam Road, Galway.

Supervised Study for Junior and Leaving Cert Students—Claregalway

Study Centre resumes in Coláiste Bhaile Chláir Secondary School on

Wednesday 10th of September from 6.30–9.30pm. Contact Josette for

more info at 086 391 3852.

Claregalway/Carnmore Senior Citizens Cards and Bingo held every Monday night at 8pm in Cairdeas Parish Meeting Room. New members always welcome.

Bridge Club takes place Monday evenings at 7:30pm and Friday mornings at 10:30am in the Claregalway Hotel.


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Baile Chláir Ramblers September Walking Programme

Sunday 14th of SeptemberNot arranged yet

For update contact Edel on 085 102 0611.

Sunday 21st of SeptemberRockwood/Bruckley Loop

Meet at McHugh’s Bar at 10.30am

Sunday 28th of SeptemberHappy Hearts Walk SalthillWalking from the Huntsman to Blackrock and back (11km)

Meet at The Arches at 10:30am

The usual text will be sent as a reminder of above walks

All are welcome

For more info contact Edel on 085 102 0611

A Healing Meeting will be held in the Kiniska Room, the Claregalway Hotel at 7.30pm on Wednesday

17th of September. Phone 0876843551 for more details.

Bridge LessonsBeginners Only

Lessons will be available for a 12 week period

commencing Friday 19th of September at 9.30–10.30am.

(Subject to at least 8 beginners)Contact Brian Place on

0872033496 or [email protected].

Ideas to Action 2014 Community Planning Workshops

Galway Rural Development Co Ltd is organising four courses in Community Planning to assist members of community and voluntary groups to develop and sustain active and interested groups, plan projects and events and lobby and advocate on behalf of their groups. The courses will be delivered around the county in the four areas where most interest is identified. Do you find it difficult to keep your group going and keep your members involved? Then this short course is for you.Develop the Skills to maintain an active and committed community group. The training programmes will be 12 hours in duration. Those interested in participating should indicate their preference in regard to scheduling of the course and the general area—options are as follows:

Thursday evenings: 7–10pm. Commencing either September 25th or October 23rd (four weeks duration).

Friday mornings: 10am–1pm. Dates TBC (four week duration).

2 full days: Fridays 10am–5pm. Dates TBC (two day duration).

Venues will be selected based on the level of demand in the general area. The course will cover the following areas: How groups work and develop. How to improve your meetings and generate ideas to sustain an energized group. Ensure good communications, how to keep everyone in the loop, identify changes needed, lobby and advocate on behalf of your group. Plan—how to make things happen, how to develop a plan, how to know if it is working, how to evaluate the group’s work. The maximum number of participants will be twelve per course. The courses are free to participants but places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis. For more information contact Mairéad O’Reilly, Galway Rural Development Co Ltd, Mellows Campus, Athenry, Co Galway on 091 844335, 087 7635209 or email [email protected].

You can share local notices via our website www.Claregalway.info, through the post to Nuacht Chláir,‘Currach Ruadh,’ Creig Buí, Baile Chláir, Co na Gaillimhe, or through messaging our Facebook page at facebook.com/Claregalway.info


a school from scratch. To be served up a blank slate was something Mongey, former principal of Athenry Secondary school and school inspector, embraced wholeheartedly. “We had big challenges heading off into the unknown, the teachers, the students and myself too, but we all embraced it” added Mongey. The

students benefited hugely during their first year, having a staff to mind them and work closely with them as we all adjusted to the new way of teaching and learning. The students are happy.” People say that Technology is the driver of change in schools today. Coláiste Bhaile Chláir made the decision to move forward and embrace technology in the classroom and each student entered into their first year armed with a Microsoft Surface Pro 1 (at a cost of €550 per student over three years). Mongey is not alone in his desire to create an environment where students are offered opportunities to become leaders in this field. So how did the first year pan out? Aside from a few drained batteries and one damaged tablet, did everything exceed their expectations? “Our first year went very well. We spent a lot of time looking at how to use technology and focused heavily what its purpose was going to be in the classroom” stated Mongey. “Each school has its own teaching methodologies, strategies and learning approaches. The way we are using technology allowed us to implement what we wanted to achieve. A lot of our changes have to do with the changes being made to the Junior Cycle as well. We want our

students to be more than prepared for this when the time comes”. Terms like active learning methodologies and engaging students are phrases many parents hear and read about quite frequently these days so Mongey felt it was time to take these buzzwords and put them to work with the changes he

implemented at Coláiste Bhaile Chláir. “Looking at the students, from my perspective in previous schools and from being an inspector, our pupils are much more confident learners. They are more confident in assembling information themselves. They know where to go, gathering two or three sources along the way, and how to make a decision on what information is good and accurate. The end result is a valid piece of content created by the students based on the task assigned. What seems to have worked exceptionally well in this new school are the changes Mongey made to traditional teaching approaches that the use of technology has allowed for in the classroom. In addition, the students have developed their iT and digital literacy skills quickly in ways they would not have had a chance to develop previously. Many students entered first year with basic skills, knowing how to use their iPhones and iPads, but those are really just consumer devices and not necessarily the best tools for teaching students how to create content and develop their researching skills. Experience gives way to advice in most cases and let there be no mistake, this is a school where teaching and learning rival each other. The school

has already hosted principals and teachers from other schools, to share their technology teaching strategies. Principal Mongey welcomes this opportunity to share what is working for them with others and hopes to always provide this service to anyone interested in introducing technology to the classroom. He also, in an honest tone of walk-before-you-run, gives a few nuggets of wisdom to other school principals. “First, you need to have an excellent understanding of why you are doing this, and also what purpose technology will serve in the classroom. Very often, technology is just parachuted into the classroom, handed over to teachers and students alike and they are told off you go, and this is not going to work. Principals and staff need to figure out the best way to introduce technology to their schools—together. It is, after all, just another teaching tool. What should always come first is the pedagogy. How teachers are going to teach and how students are going to learn and how technology can assist. Mongey and his teachers made physical changes to the layout of their classrooms with many of them using hexagon shaped tables, where students work in groups of four and the teachers are not flanking the front of the classroom but immersed into the middle of the room, encouraging and engaging the students. “Secondary school is a massive shift for any student leaving elementary school. They are used to working in groups of four or five and typically, they enter into secondary school and are immediately put sitting alone and working alone. This in itself can get them off to an uncomfortable start to the year. I spoke with our teachers about implementing active learning methodologies and we have been very successful in getting students to engage in a different kind of learning. Another thing to put a lot of thought into is the type of technology you choose to go with. Once you have figured out the why and the how, that

“The students do not just sit at a table with a textbook with all the information in it, providing all the answers” explained Mongey. “We have implemented a very hands-on discovery-learning approach this year and from our perspective, this has gone very well. ”


will help determine the type of tablet/technology tool you should use. We looked at a lot of devices and knew we wanted our students to be leaders in creating content. We wanted them to be able to utilise several different programs and software and to also be able to learn how to code, so it was obvious that we would have to use a Windows-based tablet for us. Android and Apple products would not allow us to do all that. The third thing to keep in mind is that the teachers need to be comfortable with this. Mongey was fortunate that he was able to recruit all his staff. Technology was of the things they looked at during the recruitment process but it was not the main contributing factor. Some of his staff were not all that comfortable with technology in the beginning but they were excellent teachers. Mongey made sure they had a CpD (Continuous Professional Development) program in place and he appointed two teachers who were confident with technology to assist before the school opened and continuously throughout the course of the year. “Ms Dabba and Mr Callan are our go-to teachers for assistance. One of them is excellent in iT and the other excells in their teaching methodologies. They complement each other and provide invaluable assistance to the rest of the staff. They facilitate sessions during school and after school—whatever is needed and are very comfortable with other teachers sitting in on their sessions in the classroom. Mr Mongey also added that allowing the teachers access to use the tablets for a year prior to implementing them in the classroom is vital. Building up a culture of collaboration amongst peers is difficult in any organisation. The staff at Coláiste Bhaile Chláir are fortunate that they have had continuing CpD sessions and iCT (Information and Communications Technology) training. Team building is a side effect of this ongoing learning for teachers

at Coláiste Bhaile Chláir and now that they have successfully built a platform of learning in the village of Claregalway the teachers and students alike will now continue to grow and learn as the school evolves. With all this learning and growing, many are wondering when the construction for the purpose built school will commence, as Coláiste Bhaile Chláir is housed temporarily in the Claregalway industrial estate for now. “That is contingent on the department making a decision but as it stands, we are at capacity here in this temporary structure” explained

Mongey. “The department are well aware of the number of students we have presently enrolled and know we will be at capacity (450) by next year.” Although humble and never once mentioning the awards Coláiste Bhaile Chláir received during their inaugural year in Science, Maths and Technology and Sports, Mongey finished up offering some excellent advice to parents when they explore which school to send their children too. “Just ask yourself which school will they be happiest in? Where will they be content and best looked after? As a parent, the most important thing should be seeing your child excited about getting up every morning and wanting to go to school. I have been in and out of so many schools, especially in my role as a school inspector and I can tell you it is the kids who are happiest who achieve the highest,

and of course, you should also expect high standards. You want to give your children the best opportunity you can.” Principal Mongey has high standards for himself and it is evident that the strength of his leadership skills and standards has already rippled down to his staff and students. Parents have already noticed this culture developing at the school and in their offspring. The chat around Claregalway and the surrounding catchment areas is nothing but positive for the school. “I have an open door policy. Parents can drop in to see me any time

they want. I spend my lunch break immersed in the canteen or out in the yard talking to the students. I know every student that walks through that door, and we all keep a close eye on them. We are here to teach, to listen, to learn and to support our students. I can’t imagine having a more challenging or rewarding opportunity.” The new purpose built school is expected to be open for the 2016 academic year in Claregalway and will have capacity for 1,000+ students.

It is hard to start a school from scratch. It is hard to define a culture of learning and a culture of teaching with a new teaching team when the leader of the pack has high standards and even higher expectations of his students and his staff. At some point, we might pause to worry that all the pressure of achieving might be too much for the students, who all learn in such different ways and at very different paces.

This article was first published in the Connacht Tribune and was

written by Móna Wise

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Beginners Bridge Classes Starting in September

It is enjoyed by millions of people all over the world due to its unending variety. It is the most stimulating, most intriguing, most fascinating and most challenging of all card games. Each deal has some quality of strangeness providing enjoyment, laughter, and sheer entertainment. In these days of rising financial pressures, increasing unemployment, and early retirements resulting in more leisure time and greater longevity, bridge is a wonderful pastime which stimulates the brain, improving memory and concentration. Investing in a new sport can be costly. However, when you decide to take up bridge all you need is a deck of cards and three other players, a very inexpensive pastime. On average, 12,000 people worldwide are playing bridge for free on the internet at any given time from the comfort of their own homes. When embarking on something new it is always better to develop the correct habits and methods from the start. Like every skill, bridge should be learned from a qualified teacher. At Better Bridge classes you will be taught the game in a structured format by a Contract Bridge Association of Ireland qualified and experienced teacher, Carmel Murphy. Ms Murphy is the founder of Galway’s two newest bridge clubs, Galway Education Centre Bridge Club in Cluain Mhuire, Monivea Road, and Flannery’s Bridge Club in Flannery’s on the Dublin Road. Each class consists of tuition, sample games on a big bridge board, practice games, a comprehensive hand-out with self correcting exercises, recommended reading, and websites. Attend Better Bridge classes this winter and learn the thrilling game of bridge. You will find its lure irresistible, it’s addiction heady and exciting, and it is guaranteed to become a lifelong pursuit. Long winter evenings will seem shorter when you play bridge with friends. Beginners’ classes start on Thursday September 11th at 10am in Flannery’s Hotel, Dublin Road, and at Raftery’s Rest, Kilcolgan, at 7.30pm. Contact Carmel Murphy at 087 9240170 or (091) 637200, or [email protected].

New Podiatry Practice Opens in Claregalway

Patricia Ruane from Monivea, County Galway has opened a new Podiatry Practice in Cloon, Claregalway. Patricia attended Fiorello H. La Guardia College in the Us where she excelled as a student, receiving numerous awards for outstanding academic achievement, including placement on the Dean’s List each year. She also obtained her Nursing Degree at the college. She was also placed on the National Dean’s List of America and was inducted into the Phi Theta Kappa International Honour Society. Patricia went on to work as a Charge Nurse in Lenox Hill Hospital, New York City, which is ranked as one of the top hospitals in the United States. She also worked for Wagner Homecare Nursing Agency in New York and worked for the actor Robert De Niro, caring for his father. Patricia continued her nursing education at Hunter University in New York, completing two years of the Nurse Practitioner Program where she again was a high honours student. She returned to Ireland due to a family tragedy and enrolled in the Podiatry (Podiatric Medicine) Program at NUi Galway in 2010. Patricia received numerous awards at NUi Galway for Outstanding Academic Achievement including: Scholarship Awards for Years 2010–2011, 2011–2012 and was First Prize winner of the prestigious Dr H.H. Stewart Medical Scholarship Award in Podiatry 2012 in Ireland. Patricia attended a ceremony at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham Dublin, where she was presented with a medal and €1,000 from Chancellor of the National University of Ireland, Dr Maurice Manning. Patricia graduated from NUi Galway in June 2014 with a higher Honours Bachelors Degree in Podiatry (Podiatric Medicine). With her long history of working in the medical field and numerous awards and achievements, clients are sure to receive high quality Podiatric treatment at Galway Podiatry Practice.

For appointments, contact Patricia at 087 348 0810.

Bridge is said to be the Rolls Royce of card games, offering the suspense of poker and the excitement of athletic sports in a social setting.


Aisling Living the Art DreamA Galway mother with a passion for art has taken the plunge after almost a decade of teaching, and opened her new studio in her native village.

Aisling Kearney Burke has been working as an artist and art instructor with gReTB (formerly County Galway VeC) for the last eight years, while also holding down other employment before she decided to fulfil her life-long dream and open her own art studio. The purpose-built Beechmount Art Studio is located near Lackagh village beside Turloughmore gaa grounds, and to celebrate her big step she is holding an Open Day on Saturday week, September 13th from noon to 6pm. And she readily acknowledges it’s a big step. “Like many students who have qualified with an educational degree, it takes time before they manage to build up the courage to start their own business,” she says. But her Beechmount Art Studio is not just about learning how to draw or paint—Aisling says it’s also about helping people gaining confidence in their own creative abilities, in a relaxed and positive environment.

Beechmount Art Studio offer art classes, parties and workshops for both adults and children. They cater for everyone from beginners to improvers to advanced students, where the focus is on the individual’s strengths, style and ability, which is encouraged at your own pace. Classes are fun and informal, where the emphasis is on exploring the students own unique talents,

which Aisling and her team will work with the person individually to fulfil their true artistic potential. The new term is starting the end of September, with drawing, acrylic and oil painting courses for adults and the arty animals art courses for children and teenagers. For further information, contact Aisling on 087 9385026 or [email protected] or visit our website BeechmountArtStudio.com.

“I believe everyone can paint; it’s just a matter of figuring out what type of painter you are. I wanted to create a space where everyone can feel comfortable and enjoy exploring their creative talents, with the added benefit of having someone to guide you along the way”


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Claregalway Senior Ladies Basketballers get boost ahead of the new season with a new set of gear kindly Sponsored by Acorn Life. The Ladies will be known as Acorn Life Claregalway and are very appreciative of their new sponsor. The Ladies have commenced trainings on Wednesdays from 7–8:30pm. Club Registration Night is to be held on September 22nd in Claregalway Community Centre from 6:30–8pm. Check out the Facebook page and visit ClaregalwayBasketball.com for news on this season’s timetable.

Claregalway Basketball Club September News


Carnmore Hurling Club was founded in 1944. To celebrate the 70th anniversary of this historic event, a Family Fun Day will take place at Carnmore Centre and pitches on Saturday 20th of September.

Carnmore Hurling Club Celebrates 70th Anniversary

Carnmore u13s Defeated in County Semi-Final

Carnmore opened the second half with an attack which lead to a point from Enda Collins, and with some creative play, Shaun Killilea broke through on goal but was fouled before he could get his shot on goal. Ciaran Keane scored the resulting free. Despite the endeavours of the forwards Harry O’ Gorman, Aidan Grealish, Fergal Cullina, Kyle Higgins and Fergal Feeney, Carnmore were unable to get that elusive goal. Athenry were fortunate on two occasions when Ciaran Keane had the goalie beaten only for the retreating defender to clear the ball of the line and Mark Slevin had a shot well saved by the Athenry keeper. Carnmore acquitted themselves very well and with a bit more good fortune, may have had a better result. U13 Panel: Torin Finnerty, Oisin Noone, Conor Flaherty, David Feeney, Gary Fox, Rory Carberry, Ronan Hanley, Mark Melody, James Cummins, Mark Slevin, Harry O Gorman, Enda Collins, Ciaran Keane, Shaun Killilea, Aidan Grealsih, Ryan Fox, Ian Butler, Nathan Grealish, Fintan Cogley, Ronan Grealish, Gearoid Hennessey, Kyle Higgins, Fergal Cullina, Fergal Feeney, Ronan Killilea.

The fun kicks off at 2pm. There will be lots of free activities for all the kids, with the camogie girls joining the hurling boys for competitions at all ages. The highlight of the day will be the Parish Senior’s 7-a-side Hurling Competition. Bouncy Castle, Face Painting, BBQ, Tea & Coffee. Daddy’s and Mammy’s might need to dust off their hurls and helmets to show off their skills in the over 40’s competition! The not-so-young members should enjoy watching the hurling and activities on the pitches or meeting up with friends while enjoying the archive slide show and heritage presentation in the halla. Keep an eye on Carnmore.net for more details.

Carnmore 0–3Athenry 1–6

Carnmore’s U13 run in the a County Championship came to an end earlier this week with a defeat to Athenry in the semi-final. Athenry won the toss and elected to play with the strong breeze for the opening half. Athenry exerted some early pressure but Carnmore showed excellent defence with Oisin Noone, David Feeney and the impressive Conor Flaherty in the full back line and Gary Fox, Rory Carberry and Ronan Hanley marshalling the half back line. Athenry opened the scoring with a 65 which was followed by a score from Carnmore’s Harry O’Gorman. There were tough exchanges around the field in particular in mid-field area where James Cummins and Mark Melody worked tirelessly. Athenry then got a fortuitous goal when a long range attempt went straight to the net. Rather than heads dropping, Carnmore stayed with the cause and goalkeeper Torin Finnerty produced some outstanding saves, to ensure Carnmore were still in the game at half time.

New Website for Carnmore Hurling ClubAbove is a screenshot of the homepage and it can be checked out online at Carnmore.net. The new website has many new features including a club calendar. If you want to include news, events or anything other item on the website, email [email protected]. Many thanks to Aaron Fox who designed and developed the page.

Cash for ClobberBack to school and time for an autumn clearout? Carnmore Hurling Club are continuing to run this fundraising initiative. Please gather up old items of clothing, shoes, handbags, belts etc and drop bags of these unwanted items into the centre, between 5.30–8.30pm each weekday evening.

Training Timesu6 Pitch 1— Contact Mike RyanWednesdays 6.30–[email protected] / 087 6690532

u8 Pitch 1— Contact Tim FeeneyWednesdays 6.30–[email protected] / 087 3271311

u10 Pitch 2— Contact Kevin MoranMondays and Wednesdays 6.30–[email protected] / 087 6780870

u12 Pitch 3— Contact Derek HealyMondays and Wednesdays 6.30–[email protected] / 087 2888528

u14 Pitch 3— Contact Liam SlevinMondays and Wednesdays 7.30–[email protected] / 087 9788853

u16 Pitch 2— Contact Tom CogleyMondays and Wednesdays 7.30–[email protected] / 087 6687939

New members are always welcome


Claregalway Gaa Club September 2014 NotesThe Junior a side followed the Intermediates in exiting the championship when they were defeated by local rivals Annaghdown on Sunday 17th of August in Tuam Stadium. Coming into this encounter missing many key individual players for a variety of reasons was not ideal and on the day came back to haunt us unfortunately. Playing against a stiff breeze in the opening half, we actually began brightly and played with more control and composure than Annaghdown. The back six played as a real unit and provided the perfect platform for the midfield and the forwards. At the break we led by a point—1–4 to 0–6. Fergal McEvoy and Ben Creaven registering our scores. The second half didnt go according to plan as we seemed to lose our focus and only managed to score two points with the wind from Damo Dolan and a Ben Creaven free and ultimately that was our downfall. All players that turned up played with real heart and on another day the result could have been different. We wish Annaghdown the best in their Semi Final. The Juniors have 1 league game left and if they win that they are in the final. Team: Rob Moran, Paul Fahy, Austin Sammon, Hubert Newell, Chris Carroll, Adrian Moran, Padraig Kearney, Harry Connolly, Darragh Glynn, Emmet Feeney, Fergal McEvoy, Andy Dolan, Ger Cheevers, David Morris, Ben Creaven, Liam Egan, Damo Dolan, Brian Loughlin, Niall Clarke, Alan Daly. A depleted Intermediate side travelled to Crestwood to take on an in form St Michaels outfit and ultimately came up short on a wet and miserable day. A soft goal conceded before the half time whistle was the only difference at the break with both defences on top on a day with conditions difficult for football. It was the city men that made the tonic start to the second period and they registered some impressive scores which always kept Claregalway at bay and they ran out comfortable winners on a scoreline of 1–12 to 0–9. We now have three league games remaining. Team on the day was: B O’Donoghue, J Kearney, S Cunniffe, C Harte, C Costello, J Garrett, C O’Hagan, K Hansberry, C Glynn, M Evans, D Cummins, S Moran, M Rohan, P Moran, M Kelly. Subs used: D Hansberry, E Feeney, D Glynn. The next League game will be at home against Kilconly on the weekend of October 4–5th with details TBC. Congratulations to Daniel Prior and Dylan Buckley who played for the Galway U14 Football Development Squad at the Connacht Centre of Excellence on Saturday August 23rd. In the Junior C North Championship Claregalway were beaten 2–13 to 1–5 by Caherlistrane on Saturday August 23rd. For more visit Claregalwaygaa.net or Claregalway.info.

Claregalway/Lackagh Win Gold at Hse Community Games U16 Chess National FinalsGalway were represented at the National Community games U16 Chess finals in Athlone by Claregalway/Lackagh. This team made history by winning their first ever U16 Community Games Chess title for their area. Congratulations to the team, coach Brendan Buckley and all those who have helped and supported this team along the way.

A proud moment for Claregalway/Lackagh Community Games U16 Chess team as they are awarded the HSE Community Games national title for 2014. Further details including a short video are on GalwayJuniorChess.com.Photo L–R: Adam Healy, Thomas Mc Stay, Oisin Noone, Aoife Ryan, Conor Mc Donogh, Harry Fleming and Kieran Spellman, with Irish Chess Union Chairperson Pete Morris.(Photo Ronan Mc Donogh)

Cregboy Golf AcademyAcadamh Gailf na Creige Bui

Kids/Ladies Classes—Winter 2014

All classes begin on the week commencing 6th of October. Space is limited to ten per class

so early booking is advisable.

Classes include free golf balls and instruction from a professional golfer.

Kids €50 (8 weeks)Ladies €50 (5 weeks)

ScheduleTuesday at 5pm—U12

Wednesday at 5pm—U18Thursday at 4pm—U12

Thursday at 5pm—U18 (Advanced)Thursday at 10am—Ladies (Beginner/Improver)


Claregalway U6 Boys Blitz was held on Sunday, the 24th of August with Annaghdown gaa Club, in the Claregalway gaa Grounds, Knockdoemore on Sunday the 31st of August the Annaghdown U8/6 Girls came to play our girls. On both days we were very lucky with the weather, no rain until we were well finished. Both Blitz’s were a great success, with much talent coming up the ranks of both Clubs. The talent and skill of members at this age is fantastic to watch as they grow and learn. Many thanks to the Annaghdown Girls and Boys, their mentors and parents for coming to our Knockdoemore grounds, and we look forward to going to Annaghdown next Sunday.

Claregalway Ladies Gaa September NewsCongrats to Megan Glynn who made her debut for the Galway Senior Ladies on Saturday last. Hard luck to the Team including also Orla Dixon on a narrow loss to Dublin but it still has been a good year with a Connaught Title and promotion to Division 1 for 2014. Well done to the Clubs Senior Ladies on a comprehensive League win over an understrength Clonbur Team on Sunday in Clonbur. Claregalway were 3–5 to a point up at halftime and ran out winners by 6–12 to 0–4. Next game is the County Senior semi-final in Monivea next Saturday where Claregalway take on County Champions Kilkerrin/Clonbern at 2pm. Please support. U14 ladies began their Championship with a well-deserved home win over Corofin in Knockdoemore on Wednesday last. The foundation for the win was laid in the opening half when playing against a strong wind and rain the Claregalway girls defended well and scored five goals. The second half was even with Claregalway maintaining their lead to run out winners by 5–8 to 3–8. The Gold team were defeated by Caltra-Cuans on Monday night in their Championship but still have games to come. The Green team play Kilkerrin/Clonberne on this Thursday in Knockdoemore at 7pm in Round 2 of the Championship. Please support here too. The Clubs Minors began their defence of the Mairead Meehan Cup this evening at Lakeview when they took on Caltra Cuans. Claregalway fielding eight of the Galway Minor Panel ran out comfortable winners 4–26 to 1–5. It was great to see 33 Girls togged out on a school night for Minor. Claregalway play the winners of Glenamaddy/Moycullen in the semi-final next. Training for U16 and Minors on Wednesdays at 7pm. Clubs 16s play in the All-Ireland Sevens Tournament next Saturday in Clare. Drawn in Group 6 with Eoghan Rua, Monaleen and West Clare Gaels, the opening game for Claregalway is in Miltown Malbay gaa Pitch at 10:30am.

Congrats to Niamh Heffernan, Connacht U14 a 60×30 Champion 2014. Niamh beat mayos Cora Conlon on a score of 15–0 15–4, and marches on now to an All-Ireland semi final in a few weeks.


Ongoing Development at Knockdoemore Community Sports & Social Centre

These developments at Knockdoemore which will benefit both the club and community are three pronged and include the construction of a Community, Sports and Social Centre in association with local Community Group Cáirde Mór, the construction of an 80×50m Astro Turf facility and the development of a fully lit jogging track around the perimeter of the club’s lands. Construction of the Community Sports and Social Centre has commenced. To assist in financing this construction a major fundraiser is being planned and the committee tasked with progressing this work are getting a very positive response to their recently launched buy a block fundraising campaign. This campaign, which allows people to contribute in varying amounts to the project will include Silver, Gold and Bronze contributions and will be recognised on a permanent notice which will be part of the building interior. Bronze blocks will be €50 each with higher levels of contributions being recognised as gold and silver blocks. Part funding has been secured for this project, from the eU sponsored Rural Development Fund via the partnership company for East Galway (Galway Rural Development). The Centre when complete will include a sports hall, meeting rooms, changing and shower facilities and some offices that can be used by local organisations. These facilities will be for all our community and it is our aim to ensure people from different sectors of the community can avail of it, be it from a sporting, social or community perspective. The perimeter jogging track when completed will allow walkers and joggers take their evening or daily stroll off road and into a safe environment. The planned track will be approximately 1.3 kilometers long, be fully lit and available

As part of the ongoing development of the Knockdoemore community, sport and social facilities at Knockdoemore we want to update you on our plans to ensure these developments will become a reality in the coming months and years. It should be reiterated that these facilities are for all club members, residents and visitors to Knockdoemore.

to all. Rest areas along the track will also be provided and the plan incorporates an outdoor gymnasium when financial resources permit. In the longer term the track will facilitate the linking of a proposed walkway to Lackagh and a potential footpath link to Claregalway thus providing a safe environment for a long distance walking/jogging linkage in our community. The Astro Turf all-weather facilities will be essential for winter and bad weather activities and will be available to adjoining clubs and community organisations. Grant aid for these projects, equal to 50% of their total cost has been secured. As stated above, Galway Rural Development had approved grant aid to the amount of €150k and the Government’s Sports Capital Programme has awarded €132k towards the costs of the astro turf and jogging track. A tree planting initiative is also being planned as the club are committed to landscape the perimeter of the grounds from an environmental and visual amenity perspective where members and the general community alike will be offered the opportunity to sponsor a tree or groups of trees. Sponsors of this project will also be afforded the opportunity to mind and tend to the trees for the early years of their growth with a view to encouraging participants particularly children to broaden their experience and understanding of trees. Trees and advice will be provided under this initiative. As per the picture above, the tree is the first planted in this new development in Knockdoemore by the U14 Girls and Mentors.


The final of the Galway Fa U16 Girls Final took place on

Friday night in Eamon Deacy Park, Terryland, Galway. The final was contested between Cregmore Claregalway FC and Corrib Rangers FC, with Cregmore Claregalway FC coming out the eventual winners on a score of 2–0. Despite Cregmore dominating the first half, they failed to convert a number of good opportunities and the game remained scoreless at half time primarily because of Rangers outstanding defence. Late in the first half Cregmore had introduced Clíona Ní Chochlain and Andrea Trill. This had an immediate effect adding speed and width to the Cregmore attack and from one such attack early in second half, Clíona completed a fine cross for Andrea to finish superbly to give Cregmore a deserved lead.

Front row L–R: Andrea Trill, Aoife Philips, Megan Shaughnessy (Captain), Karen Connolly, Clíona Ní Chochlain, Claire Conry, Aoife Philips and Maeve O’Connell. Back row L–R: Noel Connolly (Manager), Emma Carr, Emily Rodgers, Jordan O’Connor, Aisling Murphy, Grace Gilmore Rebecca Downes, Gwen Horkan and Gerry Gilmore (Manager). Missing from photo: Micheala Sherlock & Eva Gilmore.

Cregmore Claregalway fC Girls Win County Cup Final

Cregmore’s second came from a deflected long range strike from Maeve O’Connell. Corrib pressed hard near the finish and forced Cregmore’s keeper Karen Connolly to make a superb save. Jordan O’Connor, Aisling Murphy and Emily Rodgers were brilliant in defence and Emma Carr and Gwen Horkan combined well up front. There were many great performances from both sides on the night and in particular Rebecca Downes and Aoife Philips were immense at the heart of the Cregmore defence with Captain Megan Shaughnessy, Emma Connolly, Claire Conry and Grace

Gilmore dominating midfield. Chloe McDonagh and Katie Hall tried hard for Rangers. As part of the continued development of girls soccer in Cregmore, this was the first time for Cregmore to have an U16 girls team and to win a Cup Final in their first attempt is an outstanding achievement. Galway WFC women’s team manager Don O’Riordan presented the medals and Cup and commented that there was a lot of talent on show and he hoped to work with some players from both sides in the future with the Galway WFC women’s team.


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Claregalway Folk Choir Anne Moylan 087 638 6626

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