Patrickswell news for w/e July 16th

CHURCH NOTICES




Listed readers for this weekend July 17-18, The Sixthteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, are as follows; Saturday at 7pm Lena Mary Houlihan, Sunday at 10am Michael Woulfe, Sunday at 12noon Angela O’Donnell. Eucharistic Ministers, Saturday at 7pm M.Collins, M.Bennis, B.Carroll. Sunday at 10am, M.O’Mara, M.Punch, S.Milburn. Sunday at 12noon S.Enright, N.O’Grady, R.Bennis. Please arrange a replacement if you are unable to fulfill any duty allocated to you. Weekday masses are at 9-30 am Monday to Friday. The weekly prayer meeting takes place on Monday at 8pm and all are welcome.







TIDY TOWNS



With adjudication for the Limerick in Bloom Competition scheduled for next week, its down to the last few days to finish off any remaining jobs to ensure the village is presented well for the arrival of the judging panel. The hanging baskets seem to have recovered from the battering of recent stormy conditions which was one of our main concerns, and all the beds, pots and containers appear to have weathered well. Needless to say there was some respite for the watering crew this week. The last remaining hedges have been trimmed or clipped, and a few small areas need to be strimmed. Hopefully the weather will be kind to us between now and judging, and all grass areas will be able to avail of a final trim. There are still some pockets of weeds requiring attention. We just need to be vigilant regarding litter, and hope that our efforts will be rewarded accordingly.







TRACTOR PULLING



The Community Council is hoping for fine weather this Sunday July 18 for its major fundraising day at Limerick Racecourse. The event will consist of a National Tractor Pulling Competition, vintage car and tractor rally, sheepdog trials, trade stands, market stalls, and family attractions. All proceeds from the event will be going towards a new community development in Patrickswell. Admission to the event is €10, with children under 10 free. With the emphasis on making it a family fun day, there will be plenty of



attractions on offer for the children which will include bouncing castle, slides, roundabouts, a laser game (where the adults will want to become children again), and face painting. There will also be market stalls to browse around which will provide the opportunity to purchase home produce, arts and crafts, gardening items, and that great feeling we all get from strolling and browsing around a market on a summers day. With such a spectacular venue, and so many items of interest, it is hoped a very enjoyable day will be had by all.







BACK TO SCHOOL



Parents are being urged to make an early application for the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance. It can take several weeks for applications to be processed, especially if large numbers apply late. The earlier the application, the earlier the money will become available. Depending on the ages involved, payments of €200 or €305 are available from a total fund of €82million. To simplify matters, applications can be made by text this year. Text “FORM BTSCFA” to 51909, followed by your name and address.







CUSTOM CAR SHOW



The seventh Custom and Performance Car Show takes place at Limerick Racecourse on Sunday July 25 from 10am until 6pm. An entertaining day for all is promised with over two hundred cars on display, and a host of competitions. A free supervised childrens’ play area will be available, trade stands, live DJ’s and a motor bike wheelie machine among the attractions.







OPEN DAY



An t-Ionad Glas, the Organic College at Dromcollogher, Co. Limerick is hosting a Summer Open Day this Sunday July 18 from 2 to 5pm. There will be tours of the gardens ongoing throughout the afternoon, organic produce for sale, with organic food and light refreshments also available. There is no admission fee and all are welcome. If you’re a prospective student, interested in organic growing, organic food or just looking for an afternoon out for the family then do come along. To find out more,visit our website www.organiccollege.com or call us on 063 83604.







PILGRIMAGE



A seven night pilgrimage from September 8-15 to San Giovanni, visiting Loreto, Cascia and Assisi. Cost €945. Contact Joan Bourke on 061-600951.







GRANDPARENTS



The annual Grandparents Pilgrimage to Knock which has become the largest pilgrimage of its type in the world, will take place on Sunday September 12 commencing at 2pm.More details are available on www.CatholicGrandparentsAssociation.com or Tel. 098-24877.







WORK ACCESS



Do you have a disability or a mental health difficulty? Would you like some assistance to get a job? Work Access Ltd which is based at Pillar House, Little Ellen Street, Limerick, has helped many people with a disability or a mental health difficulty to become employed. For further information contact David on 061 493095 or email david@workaccess.org or log onto www.workaccess.org This service is available in Limerick city and county.







RESOURCE CENTRE



Services available include all HSE and Social Welfare forms. The FÁS Jobs Board is updated daily, and a photocopying and typing service is also offered. The Citizens Information Service is also in attendance every Thursday from 10-30am until 12-30pm. The service which is delivered by professional staff is free, confidential and impartial. A free confidential counselling service can also be requested. The weekly 45Drive will resume in September. The Active Retirement Group meets on the second and fourth Thursdays commencing at 7-30pm. The Parent and Toddler Group meets on Thursdays from 9-30 to 11am, and new members are always welcome. If anyone is interested in availing of any of the classes or activities call in or phone 320303, or E-mail patrickswellcrc@gmail.com