Lorrha Notes
Please Support Fundraiser.
Rathcabbin Hall committee are trying to raise funds to complete the works on upgrading the existing toilets and to install a wheelchair accessible toilet. The committee were granted €49790 under the Clár grant but like most grants, the hall has to contribute 10% of the amount. Many thanks to all who contributed to the raffle which raised €3500. However. €1500 must still be raised to complete and pay for the remaining works. The new facilities look superb and will be a pride to the community when finished. A clothes collecting continues and will be collected after Mass at 12.30pm on Sunday 15th of September or by calling Clare (087)1364936 – Marie (087) 6129053, Muireann (086) 373 2857 or Catty on (087) 9300982 where you can drop off at any time. The committee have also set up an iDonate page for anyone wishing to make a contribution. The link to follow is https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/Rathcabbin Hall. Please support this fundraiser no matter how small.
Ploughing Championships.
North Tipperary Ploughing wish to extend the best of luck to our seven competitors who will be ploughing in the national championships in Ratheniska between 17th and 19th of September. This is the third year in a row that the event has been held in the Co. Laois venue which has been deemed to be an excellent location.
The following ploughmen will represent the North Tipp club: Chairman Ray Clancy – 2 furrow hydrolic vintage, Raymond Hogan – single furrow vintage, Tom Duffy – Intermediate, Robert Duffy – Novice, Lee Hogan – under 21, Ciarán Milne – 3 furrow, Joe Slattery – 2 furrow reversible. Good luck lads.
The committee also wish to extend get well wishes and a speedy recovery to NPA director Anna May McHugh from her recent accident and we all look forward to seeing her out and about at the championships next week.
Meeting.
Lorrha Parish Pastoral Council: meeting Thursday 12th Sept at 9pm in The Parochial House, Lorrha Village. All members are asked to attend.
Invitation.
Parents of First Holy Communion & Confirmation children 2025 are invited to a meeting in Borrisokane Community Centre, Birr Road. Thurs.12th Sept. 8pm meeting is for 1st Holy Communion while Thurs.19th Sept. 8pm for Confirmation. Speakes will be Joan Hogan and Veronica Dalton. Could you please bring the Sacramental Registration forms to the meeting.
Property Marking Event.
Gardai are asking the community to avail of the forthcoming property marking event which will take place in Rathcabbin Hall on Sunday 22nd of September from 12 to 3pm. Secure your property with the help of Community Policing. This is an event everyone should avail of. There will also be a coffee morning for anyone wishing to call down.
Spotted grazing in a field close to Lorrha last week, was this white/Albino deer. Couldn’t get close enough to determine the difference. White deer are very rare and stand out like a sore thumb. It was the first time this photographer has ever seen a white deer. Photo: Rose Mannion.
Wellbeing Programme for Autumn.
A free 6 – week Wellbeing Programme for the Autumn will take place commencing on 18th September.
The programme will consist of Functional Fitness – Full exercise routines for pain relief, posture, flexibility, strength, balance, coordination and muscle tone. Standing & seated options for all exercises. Modified to suit the individual & group’s ability – Food Awareness – Healthy-habits discussion in each class, Social Contact- Meaningful relationships extend and enhance our lives. How can we cultivate these?, Sustainability -In a disposable world of instant gratification can we make choices that benefit us now and in the future?, Mindfulness – Mindfulness training for stress, anxiety, mood & greater calm, positivity, focus & memory Health advice to improve sleep, energy levels, pain, stiffness, circulation & blood pressure, Belonging – We all LONG to Be accepted for who and how we are, to feel safe and valued. Can we achieve this for everyone? The programme will be delivered in two- hour sessions for six weeks. It is suitable for all ages & fitness levels. Wednesday sessions are on 18th September, 25th September, 2nd October, 9th October, 16th October and 23rd October in Thurles Chambers Enterprise Centre, TUS Campus, Racecourse, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, E41 T6K5 from 7 – 9pm. To book for the sessions from 7 to 9 pm in Thurles Chamber Enterprise Centre , visit :
Weekend Residential Course.
Are you preparing for marriage? A weekend residential course will be taking place from 20th -22nd September 2024 for anyone thinking of getting married .Details of the course can be found on www.grasta.org or at info@grasta.org
Volunteer Ministries in the Killaloe Diocese:
Information evenings on the training programmes for the Ministry of Catechist & Pastoral Care will be held at three locations in the Diocese in September. These are the venues, times and dates:
Kilrush, Community Centre: Wednesday, September 11th at 7.30 p.m.
Ennis, Pastoral Centre: Thursday September 12th at 7.30 p.m.
Nenagh: Pastoral Centre, Monday 16th September at 7.30 p.m.
At these meetings, Bishop Fintan will be present to formally launch this programme of training & formation. People currently involved in volunteer ministries will also be present to answer questions. For more information visit: https://www.killaloediocese.ie/our-diocese/lay-ministries/
Golf Classic.
Banagher College Golf Classic takes place in Birr Golf Club on Friday Sept 13th to raise funds for extra curricular activities. If anyone is interested in entering a team or sponsoring a tee box, please contact Kathleen on 086-8694528.
Mike Denver Concert in Rathcabbin.
Country music star and Portumna man Mike Denver will be performing in Rathcabbin church on Sunday 22nd of September from 7pm to 9pm. It promises to be a fantastic night’s entertainment and your support will be very much appreciated. All funds raised will go towards the building of the community shop in Lorrha. Tickets costing €25 are now available from the Sceal shop, Lorrha, the Boathouse shop Portumna, Enda Heenan’s Borrisokane, the Derg Shop Terryglass and Sullivan’s shop in Ardcroney or any of the committee members. All information on Mike Denver’s website too.
October Pilgrimage.
Medjugorje Irish Centre Pilgrimages Oct 2024 for 7 Nights Apartment B&B from €273 per person sharing. Airport transfer available on request. Contact us for details and book the dates that suit you. Tel. 01 4434510 or website www.med-irishcentre.com, Email: reservations@med-irishcentre.com.
Support Services.
Gambling Support Service available with D. Johnston, gambling counsellor. Phone 083-0167442, or d.johnston@silverarchfrc.ie.
Portach Promenade – Redwood Bog Walk.
For many of us in this and surrounding regions, Redwood bog has been an integral part of our lives down through the decades, a place of peace and beauty and for some hardship as we battled to save turf and bring it home.
Deej Fabyc is a well-known local performance artist and video maker and is leading this project in memory of her partner in life and art Mark Newell. The project will involve a 5 KM walk open to all exploring the rich history and culture associated with this region focusing on promoting sustainability. There will be a number of guest speakers on the day.
Join us on Saturday October the 5th at 11am meeting at Redwood Castle. The project will be documented and is funded by a Creative Ireland and Arts grant from Tipperary County Council and agility award from the Arts Council.
Registration is online using Eventbrite and can be found under Portach Promenade – Live Art Ireland https://tinyurl.com/3rd4s299
Horse Fair.
The Annual Banagher Horse Fair will take place on Sunday next September 15th and all are welcome.
Autumn Market.
Cloghan Community Development Association are holding their annual Autumn Market on Sunday next September 15th from 10am to 2.30pm in St. Mary’s Hall. There will be over 30 stalls on display with Art, Handmade Candles, Buns, Cakes and Treats, Handmade Jewellery, Homemade Jams and loads more. Please come out and support local people.
All tables are fully booked.
GAA News.
Senior hurling: Best of luck to the lads and management in their relegation semi-final against Borrisoleigh, taking place this Saturday in Nenagh at 2.30. Make sure to try and give them the best support possible.
Euro-Millions: Tickets are now in circulation to join our syndicate for the year. You can also buy tickets on our website LorrhaGAA.ie. This is the club’s major fundraiser for the year so make sure to get involved because remember, if you’re not in, you can’t win!
Junior C Hurling: Well done to the lads and management on their victory in the first round of their campaign last weekend against Borrisoleigh. They’ll be out again in a fortnight’s time against Shannon Rovers.
