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THIS week, Listowel Race Company launched a video campaign which showcases some of the magic and beauty of the North Kerry landscape in the run up to the Listowel Harvest Racing Festival next month.
It features the historic and storied past of the vibrant town of Listowel and, most importantly, the wonderful, warm welcome and festivities that await all ages as preparations proceed in earnest for the forthcoming Festival from Sunday 22nd to Saturday 28th of September.
The campaign features well known local faces including horse trainer, Eoin McCarthy, publican and writer, Billy Keane, Chairman of Listowel Race Company, David Fitzmaurice, Secretary/Manager Brenda Daly, Head Groundsman Dan O’Connell, Enclosures Manager, John Sheehan, jockey Aoife O’Brien and this year’s judges of the McElligotts Kia Ladies Day Rosanna Davison and Heidi Higgins.
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Featuring dramatic footage of the spectacular scenery off Bromore cliffs, horses riding out on Beale Beach and drone footage of Listowel Town, the core message of the campaign is when you come to the Listowel Races it truly is a complete experience as there is so much to do and see in North Kerry by day and by night. (see video below)
The concept for the campaign was developed by Orla Diffily and produced in association with George Doyle and Paudi Cronin of Neustock Media.
It was filmed over approximately 2 weeks from the end of July to early August with the crew utilising every sunny day to full advantage. It has a “movie” cinematic texture so as to make it visually appealing and already has over 100,000 views on social media platforms.
.Former Roses lend their support to the Bewleys Big Coffee Morning Social For Hospice.
ONE of the biggest fundraisers of the year for Kerry Hospice takes place next month.
The annual coffee morning, sponsored by Bewleys, will be held at homes, pubs, clubs, hotels and businesses all over the county on Thursday, September 26.
The Bewleys Big Coffee Morning Social For Hospice is one of the biggest days for Together For Hospice which is a national fundraising body for 24 specialist Hospice and Palliative Care providers in Ireland.
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A number of former Roses lent their support to the fundraiser on their visit to the town earlier this week.
Every cent that is raised in Kerry stays in Kerry. Bewleys are in their 32nd year of sponsoring the event and millions of euro have been raised for services right around the country.
If you want to host a coffee morning or find out where in Kerry people are hosting fundraisers in your area, contact the Kerry Hospice Foundation via their Facebook page by clicking here or on the website by clicking here.
The most recent fortnightly club lotto draw took place on Monday, August 19th at the club grounds.
Lucky Numbers: 10 – 19 – 23
Bonus Ball: 3
There was no jackpot winner on this occasion.
Congratulations to our match 3 winner (€200) : Alan O’Connor, Kenmare
Our next club lotto draw is scheduled to take place on Monday, September 2nd at 19:30pm in the Clubhouse where the jackpot will be €13,000. Get your draw tickets or renew your yearly tickets online on Clubforce or get your tickets for the next draw from all the usual local outlets. Mile búiochas do gach duine for playing Milltown/Castlemaine Clubs Fortnightly Fundraiser, the money raised is vital to the day to day running of our club and your support is sincerely appreciated.
Garveys Supervalu County Senior Football Championship Round 1: Bishop Moynihan Cup Draw
Milltown/Castlemaine will take on Spa Killarney in Round 1 of the 2024 Garveys County Senior Football Championship following the conclusion of the opening round draw on Monday evening. Date, time and venue to be confirmed.
Kerry South Development Squads: Milltown/Castlemaine GAA Represented
Two finals and two wins for the Kerry South U15s and U16s on Saturday with Milltown/Castlemaine GAA delighted to see representation on both teams. Charlie Griffin lined out for the Kerry South U16s in a good win over Longford and Cathal Moriarty was part of the management team whilst Jan Ziober and Donnacha Quirke were involved with the Kerry South U15s who had an extra time victory against Kildare and Stephen Roche was part of the management also. Great to see the club represented and all the lads doing us proud with The Kingdom!
Congratulations: Wedding Bells!
All involved in Milltown/Castlemaine GAA would like to offer our congratulations to Senior Men’s Player Eanna O’Connor and Senior Ladies Player Tina Galvin following their wedding last Saturday. We hope you had a wonderful occasion and that you both enjoy many years of health and happiness together!
U7 Boys:
Milltown/Castlemaine’s U7 Boys are training at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown on a weekly basis. Training takes place at the moment on Saturday morning’s at 9:30am. For more information please contact Colin McKenna on 087-0687653.
MC Minis:
Training commenced on Saturday 6th April in the Nagle Rice Community Centre at 9:30am and will continue weekly at the same time. This age group would be for boys born in 2019 and 2020 (Parent/Guardian required to be in attendance to assist) and for girls born in 2018, 2019 or 2020 (Parent/Guardian required to be in attendance to assist). For more information please contact Caitlyn Corkery on 087-2471416.
U8 Girls:
Training is on Saturday mornings at 9:15am at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown. This age group is for girls born in 2016 and 2017. For more information please contact Derry O’Sullivan on 087-7550401.
The team will be participating in an upcoming blitz against Austin Stacks, Laune Rangers and Kerins O’Rahillys on Saturday, August 24th at 11:00am.
U9 Boys:
Training is on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6:15pm at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown. This age group is for boys born in 2015 and 2016. For more information please contact Garry Murphy on 087-9432746.
U10 Girls:
Training is on Monday evening’s at 6:00pm at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown. This age group is for girls born in 2014 and 2015. For more information please contact Tommy Cronin on 087-1227099.
U11 Boys: Training Continues/Jerry Foley Memorial Tournament Participation
Milltown/Castlemaine’s U11 Boys be training this week on Thursday, August 22nd (tomorrow) at 6:10pm at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown.
The U11s will also be partaking in the annual Jerry Foley Memorial Tournament hosted by Firies GAA on Saturday, August 24th in Farranfore. All support welcome.
U13 Boys: Central Region Round Round 5 Rescheduled Fixture/Rose Cup Shield Success
Training is on weekly for both the Green and White teams. For more information or if you are new to the area and would like to join please contact Haulie Clifford on 087-6932126.
Congratulations and well done to the Milltown/Castlemaine U13s squad and management who had a terrific success on Saturday at the Rose of Tralee Invitational Tournament. The lads emerged winners in the Shield Final. A well deserved achievement for a great group of players who have played some mighty football throughout the season so far ably assisted by a hardworking management team. Keep up the great work
Back on the Central Region front this week, Milltown/Castlemaine’s Green and White teams will face Kerins O’Rahillys at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown on Saturday, August 24th. The Green team will be in action at 6:00pm whilst the White team will play at 7:00pm. All support welcome as always.
All Welcome To Join In:
Milltown/Castlemaine GAA are continuously looking for help within our club and at this time of year we would like to invite more coaches to come on board for the 2024 season. Parents’ involvement in their child’s sport increases the likelihood that they play sport and enjoy involvement for life. Don’t just drop and go, be a part of their journey. You may be able to help coach, hand out bibs or organise a social outing for the team. You may be able to keep track of any information that the coach needs. If you are interested in any voluntary role within the club just send us a message on our social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram or Twitter/X) or text Coaching Officer Ian Twiss on 0872521053.
Milltown Tidy Towns:
Join Milltown Tidy Towns – We need your help. Meeting every Thursday at 6.30pm at The Old Milltown Community Hall. This is an opportunity for local businesses, families and anyone with an interest in creating “a sense of place” in Milltown. All welcome, no experience required. Please call Therese on 089-4767279 for further information or log onto Milltown Tidy Towns Facebook page.
Our clothing recycling collection is always available at the club grounds so we urge you to clean out your wardrobes of all unwanted clothes, sheets, blankets, towels, curtains, shoes etc and drop them to the Paddy Burke Memorial Park in Milltown.
This is a wonderful way of doing your bit for the environment and raising much needed funds for our club at the same time.
Club Merchandise:
Milltown/Castlemaine GAA club gear and merchandise is now available to buy online from the Club Shop.
The Club Shop contains details of the large amount of branded Milltown-Castlemaine & Kerry stock we have available within the club, for immediate delivery, please use the link to check stock levels and sizes.
https://milltowncastlestore.sumupstore.com/
Items for the Club Notes
If you have any items for inclusion in the weekly notes, then please contact the club’s PRO Dara O’Connor on 086 268 8674 before 20:00 on Sundays.
Team Updates
For anyone New to the Area, who would like to get involved with the club, please contact Ian Twiss on 087 252 1053.
Team Enquiries
If you want to join your local club, one of the fastest growing clubs in the county, please contact Ian Twiss on 087 252 1053.
General Enquiries
For any other queries, please send an email to our Secretary or Chairperson at the following addresses:
secretary.milltowncastlemaine.kerry@gaa.ie
or
chairperson.milltowncastlemaine.kerry@gaa.ie
For emergencies, please call 087 409 3530 (Club Mobile Phone).
WITH just days to go until the new school year begins, Primary School Teachers in Kerry are being called on to register for the Blue Star Programme.
In its 14th year, the award-winning Programme teaches children about the European Union. To date, over 1,200 schools and an estimated 200,000 pupils have completed the Programme, with 17 schools in Kerry participating in the Programme last year.
Schools participating in the Blue Star Programme may receive a visit to the school from a politician or a diplomat. Minister for Education Norma Foley TD visited Abbeydorney National School in Tralee and MEP Seán Kelly visited Kiltallagh National School in Castlemaine.
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From this week until October 11, 2024, the National Implementation Body, European Movement Ireland invites primary schools across Ireland to register and complete the Blue Star Programme, in particular Gaelscoileanna, island schools and DEIS schools.
Participating classes learn about European history, geography, culture, and the EU institutions in a fun, informative and accessible way that complements the national primary curriculum.
Aspects of the Programme include cross-cultural activities, such as learning basic phrases in other European languages and celebrating European cultural days. Additionally, the Programme encourages pupils to learn about the European elections, in particular the role of MEPs and the differences between the EU Institutions.
Teachers have the flexibility to integrate the Programme into their lesson plans and tailor EU projects to their classes’ aptitude and ability. The Programme is open to all primary school ages, from junior infants to sixth class, and is designed to be run in all school settings across Ireland. Gaelscoileanna can avail of Clár na Réalta Goirme i nGaeilge.
European Movement Ireland (EM Ireland) is the National Implementation Body for the Blue Star Programme.
EM Ireland is an independent not-for-profit, membership organisation dedicated to developing the connection between Ireland and the EU and the Programme is funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs.
We’re thrilled to be back after the long summer break! This year’s academy promises lots of fun, along with expert coaching for kids who are eager to learn and grow in basketball.
Calling all boys and girls born between 2016 – 2020!
Whether you’re returning or just starting out, now is the perfect time to get involved!
U6 (born 2019 – 2020)
Training at Mounthawk School Gym
Thursdays 6-7pm, starting September 5th
U8 (born 2017 – 2018)
Training at Mounthawk School Gym
Fridays 6-7pm, starting September 5th
U10 (born 2015 – 2016)
Training at Mounthawk School Gym
Fridays 7-8pm, starting September 5th
Have questions? Reach out to us at:
Email: traleemagicbc@gmail.com
When contacting us, please include:
– Child’s name
– Child’s date of birth
– Parent’s name
– Parent’s contact number
We’re looking forward to seeing you soon!
Basketball Preseason Trials &Training
With the official start of the basketball season fast approaching, preseason training is intensifying and trials are being organized. Join us as we prepare for an exciting season ahead!
🏀 U14 Girls Basketball Preseason Training 🏀
For girls born in 2012 & 2013, the next preseason basketball training sessions are
When:
Thursday, 29th August | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday, 3rd Sept | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: CBS, The Green School Gym
Cost: €3 per session
What to Bring: Water & a ball
Looking forward to seeing you on the court!
🏀 U12 Girls Basketball Trials 🏀
For girls born in 2013/2014, the next U12 basketball trials are
When:
Thursday, 22nd August | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: Cumann Iosaef Community Centre
Cost: €3 per session
What to Bring: Water & a ball
PLEASE NOTE: We aim to have a place for every girl in a team. The trials are designed to stream players according to their skill level rather than include or exclude them from playing the game we love!
If you would like to play but cannot attend pre-season training or trials for any reason, it’s important to let your coach or team manager know.
Clubzap
Your coach and team manger will primarily use the ClubZap app to communicate with you. ClubZap is free to download on Google Play and the Apple store.
Please make sure to check the app regularly for updates, schedules, and important messages.
THE Entára Group, formerly known as HQKerry, has announced the opening of Forge Hub in Castleisland, marking the sixth location in its growing network of coworking and business spaces.
Forge Hub has been designed to cater to professional service providers, remote workers, and wellbeing and health practitioners.
Located centrally in Castleisland, the hub offers a range of fully furnished offices of various sizes, from single office spaces suitable for freelance professionals to larger suites accommodating teams of up to eight people.
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“We’re thrilled to introduce Forge Hub to Castleisland, a town with a strong sense of community and business potential,” said Tom O’Leary, Co-Director of Entára Group.
Formerly known as HQKerry, Entára Group has expanded its reach and evolved its brand to better represent its expanding network across multiple counties.
“Regional towns like Castleisland are vital to Ireland’s economic future,” said Ken Tobin Co-Director of Entára Group. “With Forge Hub, we’re creating an environment where professionals can work closer to home while enjoying the benefits of a fully serviced office space. It’s a win-win for local business and community development.”
Entára Group also recently unveiled their newly renovated Enterprise Office Space within the Phoenix Building on The Mall.
Entára is committed to identifying new locations, across Kerry and the wider region, that would benefit from flexible office solutions and coworking communities. For more information about Forge Hub and available office spaces, please visit www.entara.ie
WE’VE seen a change in our weather recently with more wind and rain making its way to our shores.
Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow Wind warning for Munster, Kilkenny, Carlow, Laois, Wexford, Wicklow taking effect from midnight tonight into the early morning.
They say there will be unseasonably strong and gusty south to southwest winds veering west to northwest will coincide with very high tides.
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Potential impacts include coastal flooding, wave over-topping, possible power outages and fallen trees. The warning is valid from midnight Friday to 6am.
In the meantime, Thursday will see showers in the Tralee area in the late afternoon becoming more persistent as the night goes on.
After a showery and blustery early morning, it should clear up with sunshine and less frequent showers, but temperatures staying in the mid-teens. At the moment, it looks like Saturday and Sunday will also see a mixture of sunshine and showers.
WITH just days to go until the new school year begins, Primary School Teachers in Kerry are being called on to register for the Blue Star Programme.
WE’VE seen a change in our weather recently with more wind and rain making its way to our shores.