Around Portarlington Way
Your latest news from Emo, Killenard and Portarlington
MUSICAL SOCIETY
The Port Musical Society registration is now open. Please Note: membership is for people aged 18 years or over. Any questions please email portarlingtonmusicalsociety@gmail.com
CROAGH PATRICK
Another year, and another climb to Croagh Patrick with Pat Burbage & crew. Taking place on Tuesday July 8. For more details, and also if you would like to take a sponsorship card, call in to Pat, or call him at 0877716244 for more information. Proceeds will go to the Portarlington Meals on Wheels.
PORTARLINGTON COMMUNITY CHOIR
Next session on Tuesday May 27 at 7pm at the Social Services Centre (Meals on Wheels Centre), Link road Portarlington. You’ll gain confidence and have a great time along the way. Open to all ages and levels of ability. For more information, contact portcommunitychoir@gmail.com or (089) 2460778.
LBRARY NEWS
Cruinniú na nÓg-Shadow Puppet Workshop with Julie Rose McCormack : Suitable for 7-12 year olds. Saturday June 7, 10:30am. Places are limited so booking essential. Clay Workshop with artist Caroline Keane : Suitable for 8-12 year olds. Saturday June 7 at 12pm . Places are limited. Puzzle Club- join us for a jigsaw morning and a cuppa. Every Tuesday 10:30-12:30. New member’s welcome. Knitting Club-Meets every Friday morning 10:30am-12:30 . All skill levels from beginner to advanced are welcome!
Friday Storytime – Join us for storytime every Friday at 3:30pm. Lego Free Play-every Saturday 10am-1pm. Social Chess-Wednesday evenings 6pm-7pm , enjoy a game of chess , a cuppa and a chat . New members always welcome. Portarlington Junior Book Club-Meeting on the last Wednesday of the month this club is suitable for 9-12year olds. Booking is essential. 10/10 Book Club-a book club for reluctant readers in 5th and 6th class. Booking is essential. Baby Book Club-Baby Book Club meets on Wednesday mornings 10:30am. Booking is essential. Adult Book Club-We meet on the last Tuesday of every month.
To book or for more info call 057 8643751 or email portarlingtonlibrary@laoiscoco.ie
SYMPATHY
Deepest Sympathy to the family of Dolores Simmonson, Shandra Woods Portarlington & late of Finglas, Dublin who passed away surrounded by her loving family in the care of the staff at Curam Care Home, Navan road Dublin on Wednesday May 14. Dolores was predeceased by her beloved husband Oliver. She will be sadly missed by her daughters Sonia & Olga, son Anthony, grandchildren Emma, Danielle, Abbie, Kellie, Ian & Jack, great grandchildren Fionn & Hazel, son in law Gerry, daughter in law Jennifer, sister Sadie, her extended family, neighbours & friends in Portarlington. Funeral took place on Tuesday May 20. May Dolores gentle soul rest in Peace.
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My deepest Sympathy to the family of Dr Fergus McKeagney, Main St, who sadly passed away on Saturday May 17 surrounded by his loving family. Fergus was predeceased by his loving parents Charles & Oonagh. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Liz, sons Fergus, Neil, Dara & Cian, daughter Sarah, brothers Francis, Niall, Garrett, Eoin & Morgan, sister Fiona, neighbours & his many friends. Funeral took place on Tuesday May 20. Rest in Peace Fergus.
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Deepest Sympathy to the family of Christina (Chris) Gorry, Congress Tce & formerly Clonbullogue who passed away on Monday May 19. Chris was predeceased by her parents Thomas & Bridget, partner Tom, sister Bridget, brother Seamus. She will be sadly missed by her sisters Jane & Josie, nieces, nephews, extended family & friends. Funeral took place on Thursday May 22. May Chris rest in Peace
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Deepest Sympathy to the family of Marian McNamara, Bracklone St who passed away on Tuesday May 20 surrounded by her family. Marian was predeceased by her parents Francis & Sheila & brother Billy. She will be sadly missed by her brothers John, Francis, Michael & Patrick, sister in laws, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours & friends. Funeral took place on Friday May 23. May Marian’s gentle soul rest in Peace.
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Very deepest Sympathy to the family of Madeline Murphy (nee Ryan), St Patrick’s Tce, who passed away on Wednesday May 21. Madeline was predeceased by her loving husband Joseph, & parents William & Bridget. She will be sadly missed by her loving daughter Geraldine, son in law Michael, grandchildren Eleanor & Cormac, extended family, neighbours & many friends. Funeral took place on Friday May 23.
May Madeline’s gentle soul rest in Peace.
IT’S PAWTY TIME
Say hello to Park & Bark – the brand new dog park at Junction 14 Mayfield, just outside Monasterevin. Whether your pup loves to zoom, sniff, or just sunbathe in style, we’ve created the ulti-mutt spot for tail-wagging fun. Bring your furry bestie along and let them run wild in our safe, fenced-in play zone – it’s made just for them. Located just outside Junction 14 – open daily. Park rules are clearly posted on-site to help keep tails wagging and paws safe. Important-as much as we adore animals, pets are not allowed inside the main Junction 14 building. The only exceptions are guide dogs and assistance animals. Let’s keep things fun, safe, and respectful for everyone!
FISHING PERMITS
Fishing permits for 2025 are now open for application. Contact Kieran at 0852042101/John at 0868744343/Eddie at 0872778043. River & Lake permits available for adults, retiree, disability, student & junior. Lake permits strictly limited for Fly fishing only, with the Clubs preference for catch & release, on all Club waters.
TAEKWONDO CLASSES
Beginners classes for Junior boys & girls from 7 years. Monday 7pm-7:45pm or Tuesday 4:30pm-5:15pm. Adults and teens from 14 years on Wednesday 7pm-7:45pm.
NEW MEMBERS WELCOME. Contact 0863617001.
BIG NEWS!! Our very successful summer camp is returning in 2025! 14-19 July.
We had an amazing time last year and we hope for the same again this year.
Feel free to message on Facebook, Instagram or approach an instructor in class.
info@portarlingtontaekwondo.com for more information.
PORT RFC
The Portarlington RFC Annual Summer Camp is back this August, packed with games and activities for children aged 5 to 12. When: August 5 – 8. Time: 10am – 2pm.
Spaces fill fast, so book your spot now through the link below!
O’DEMPSEY’S GFC
Lotto results for May 19. Numbers drawn: 2-8-17-24. No Jackpot Winner. Match 3 winner-€20 each to Eoin & Niall Cunningham, Grace Whelehan, Tom Davis Jr, Cooper Family (Pat Jr), Richie Donoher & Ann McGlynn. Promoter: Tom Coleman. Next Draw: Monday May 26 with a Jackpot of €6,000. Thanks for your support.
Cúl Camps-Cúl Camps will be back in O’Dempsey’s from July 14 to 18, for boys and girls. Places must be booked in advance at the following link – www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/
GRACEFIELD GAA-Lotto results for May 19. Numbers drawn were 5-25-10-22. No winner of Jackpot. €50 each to John Kelly, P.J Kavanagh, Ownie Connor, Michael & Lucy & Janet Lawrence. Promoter- Pat Keegan. Next Jackpot €2,800.
