Weekly News 6th September 2021

06 September 2021

Dunnamaggin GAA Club Notes -
U10 Hurling Well done to all our u10 playing in the Aylward cup Last Saturday in Ballyhale.They played some super hurling right to the very end, just narrowly losing out in the shield final .They can all be very proud of their performances.
Annual GAA Golf Classic The Annual GAA Golf Classic takes place on Saturday 11th September. For bookings or to Sponsor a €50 Tee box with your company name advertised please contact John Shiel 087 6486668,Derek Delaney 087 6343834, James Holden 085 1967675
U13 Hurling The Dunnamaggin U13 Hurlers opened their championship campaign off on Friday evening last with a win when they travelled to Mooncoin to take on Mooncoin.Both sides traded early points but points from NIcky Healy, Aaron McCormack from play and Brian Hickey from a free gave the Dunnamaggin lads early advantage at the first water break 0:4 to 0:1. The second quarter saw Stephen Walsh and Brian add to the scoreboard 0:6 to 0:1 lead at half time.After the restart two further frees from Brian pushd the lead out but Mooncoin despite the scoreboard were very much in this game and but for some wayward shooting could have been closer. Their work rate did pay dividends eventually when they hit 3 unanswered points.Some solid defending from the Dunnamaggin backs cut short any revival for Moonoin and with Brian putting over frees either side of the waterbreak it looked like it was Dunnamaggins win. Darragh Lyons put over a long range effort to push the lead out further but credit to Mooncoin who continued to push forward and got their reward with a good goal just on full time. Dunnamaggin 0:11 Mooncoin 1:4
Junior A County Final The Dunnamaggin Junior A's contested the County final on Sunday 29th in Nowlan Park against Mooncoin. Dunnamaggin got off to a really good start with Adam Fitzparick opening the scoring which was followed up with two points from play from Denis Walsh . Mooncoin did respond with a score but Dunnamaggin added 3 additional points to their 2 as we headed to the water break 0:6 to 0:3. The second quarter was a really even affair with both sides trading points with Mooncoin edging it on the long range efforts but it being cancelled out by a good goal from Denis to send the sides in at half time with Dunnamaggin still in front by 3 points Dunnamaggin 1:10 to Mooncoin 0:10. Mooncoin really came back into this match in the third quarter with 3 quick points to draw them level, they were in a really good purple patch and added a further 4 unanswered points before the water break helped to halt their momentum. Dunnamaggin were not about to let this final get away from them without a fight and five points to Mooncoins 3 helped narrow the gap in the opening minutes of the restart. Denis Walsh was proving very accurate on the frees and closed the gap right down to one point. Dunnamaggin also had a good goal chance which was saved by the keeper and could have edged them in front but with the last stroke of play Mooncoin added another point to put 2 between the sides and give them the win. Full Time Dunnamaggin 1:16 Mooncoin 0:21


Dunnamaggin Development Group - Our next event a 5km Run (or Walk) takes place on Saturday September 25th in conjunction with Adele's Gazelles. Registration is at 9.30am, some fun spot prizes and refreshments afterwards. More information next week or on our facebook page Dunnamaggin Community News.


Dunnamaggin Local Lotto Draw - for 30th August 2021 Winning Numbers : 2, 14, 35. No Winner. Winners for Draw for 5 x € 30 Katelyn Jackson ( Mags Cahill ),Sinead Roche ( Nellie Maher ).Oliver Herity ( Mary Heffernan ),Adam & Liam Connery ( Jas. Kehoe), Ml O Keeffe ( Malachy Hogan ) Jackpot for MOnday September 6th: €2,050. Draw takes place every Monday in St. Leonards Hall, Dunnamaggin at 9pm. All welcome.


Ras na mBan is the Premier women's cycling event in Ireland. It will run for five days from the 8th to the 12th September with six stages - a total of over 400km of racing action. This year the event will be headquartered in Kilkenny, with a new opening stage in Callan. This is the 35th year of women's International stage racing in Ireland. The race is compliant with covid rules, and ensures that all competitors, officials and all interested parties have the safest and best possible experience at the event. All new opening stage, with a 13km circuit finish in Callan, which will offer spectators two chances to view the race from the cordoned off streets. The race circuit is Kilkenny City, Danesfort, Stoneyford, Knocktopher, Kilmoganny, Skaugh, Coolagh, Callan. All welcome to cheer on all the riders and give a big Kilkenny welcome to the brave participants.


The Storytelling Series - Free Communications Training for Community and Voluntary Groups The Storytelling Series is an exciting FREE training series which will enable us all to feel confident about communicating our value! Public awareness is vital to maximising the work we do, and this series is all about amplifying our impact.


Whether you’re a large charity or a voluntary group with limited time and no budget, this training is open to you!


Pitching to Press: How to Get your Story Out There with Claire Brennan (BBC, Irish Daily Mirror, Donegal Post) | Weds, 22 September, 11.00am - 12.30pm


Making Videos: Basics of Scripting & Filming with Jack Deacon (spunout.ie) | Weds, 29 September, 11.00am - 12.30pm


Making Videos: Basics of Film Editing with Tommy Flavin and Kevin O’Regan (The Reelists) | Thurs, 30 September, 11am – 12.30pm


Easy Graphic Design with Canva with Ronny Hermosa (Canva, Fair Trade Connection) | Weds, 13 October, 10.30am - 12noon


How to Be a Spokesperson for your Organisation with Eleanor Kelly (UCD Innovation Academy, Open Society Foundations) | Weds, 20 October, 11am – 12.30pm.


All workshops are delivered online and are free of charge. Any queries, please email Claire McGowran: claire@wheel.ie.



Recovery College SouthEast is offering workshops to improve your mental health in September. All are free but you need to book. See their timetable at https://www.recoverycollegesoutheast.com/workshops.html or call them on 086 1746330



Pattern Makers - Free Intercultural textile printing workshops for women in Callan, Thomastown and Ferrybank


Woman with children who work from home in Callan, Thomastown and Ferrybank are invited to take part in a series of free textile printing workshops. The workshops and creative activities will be led by artist Liz Nilsson and explore pattern making and our sense of place. Workhouse Union extend a special invitation to women from the Syrian Community in County Kilkenny. Places are limited. If you are interested in taking part please contact Hannah McCormick to book a place: hannah@workhouseunion.com or on 0874497868



Remote working in County Kilkenny - Free Seminar The Local Entreprise Office of Kilkenny County Council are holding a free Lunchtime Information Seminar on Friday 10th September from 1pm to 2pm. Learn about the supports and opportunities available and also the experiences of people who are already working remotely. You can book online by visiting www.localenterprise.ie/kilkenny.



Kilkenny Volunteer Centre are looking for volunteers for the following roles: a Social Media Volunteer to help Alliance Francaise de Kilkenny promote their French classes and events throughout the year. Volunteer Youth Leaders with Ossory Youth throughout the county to support local community based youth clubs for young people aged 12-15 years. Youth Club volunteers will be working hand in hand with young people to make it possible for them to try new things, experience new opportunities and meet new people while socialising safely and having loads of fun. A Volunteer Studio Assistant and Technician for Twilight Group to help them with their newly established Community Based Studio to help with the promotion of all the groups work and Amber Womens Project are keen to get any individual or group involved in their One Million Stars Project. This is a wonderful opportunity to develop your creativity while highlighting the groups work .
To find out more or get involved see www.volunteerkilkenny.ie Phone : 0892584946


Kilkenny County Council Mobile Library Service The mobile library is returning, following an absence of eighteen months. On Sept 8th, Oct 6th, Nov 3rd, Dec 1st, it will visit Kilmoganny from 3.30-4.00 and Kells from 4.10-4.30 Membership is free. Just bring ID. The staff look forward to meeting all the locals. Enquiries to Library Reception 7794160