SUCCESS

Congratulations to Jacinta O Brien, Kilteenbane, Camp who was conferred with an M. Sc. In Physical Science in Medicine in Trinity College, Dublin recently.   The former President of Ireland,  Dr. Mary Robinson,  now Chancellor of Trinity College, Dublin  officiated at the ceremony.

NEW YEARS GREETINGS

Happy New Year to all readers of these notes at home and overseas.

OBITUARY

The news of the death of Paddy Quirke on Tuesday last  in London was received with great sadness in Camp.      These  Notes in The Kerryman were Paddy’s weekly window into Camp.   He looked forward to the paper and read it from cover to cover.   He came home regularly and rarely if ever missed Camp Fair and Camp Junction Rally.    Eugie Deane penned the following tribute to Paddy’s memory, another great Camp and West Kerry Footballer gone to his eternal reward.

“Paddy played football in the school field,  where many a great Camp footballer learned the game.  He was right half back on the Camp Minor Team that won the Castlegregory District League in 1953.   Alot of people would have called him “the man with the cap”  as he always wore a cap playing.   To the man with the cap who was a great GAA man,  I say Goodbye  –  From,  a friend in Camp Football –  Eugie”.

Paddy played with Annascaul after Camp amalgamated with the club,  winning a West Kerry Championship Medal in 1956 and he  played with West Kerry Minors 1956/57  before leaving for London.    On arrival in  London in the early 1960’s  Paddy joined the Kingdom Club.   He was to win many football accolades with The Kingdom and was held in high esteem in the club and acknowledged as a very good footballer,   Paddy enjoyed  the game playing alongside his Camp neighbours the O Driscoll brothers of Camp.      He was an ardent soccer supporter too and he followed Queen Parks Rangers down through the years in London.    He was a sportsman true and true and keenly followed Football and soccer in every code throughout his life.

Paddy is survived by his wife  Bridie,  Daughters Eileen and Caroline and sons Morris and Patrick, Daughters in law and Son in law and Grand Daughters,  relatives and friends.   Sympathy is extended to all.

Paddy’s funeral service will take place in London on Christmas ‘Eve and a memorial service for him will be held in Camp in the New Year.     Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dilís.

There was shock and sadness at the sudden death of Kerry and West Kerry Football Legend, Paidi O Shea on Saturday morning.    Paidi’s pub in Ventry has served as an icon for Kerry and West Kerry football over the years.      The holiday was never complete for the visitor without taking in a visit to Paidi’s  and if he wasn’t there to greet you,  the memorabilia on the walls were adequate to ensure you got the wonderful story of Kerry and West Kerry football and some political events as well !  Paidi opened Camp Walking Festival a few years back and during his time as Director of Failte Ireland,   he got as much support, help and advice as he could for any project we had on hand at the time.   This is truly the end of an era and of a great man who leaves a huge legacy behind him.   To his wife Máire, Daughters, Neasa and Siún and son Pádraig Og and  all his extended family and friends Sympathy is extended.[i]

UPCOMING CHRISTMAS EVENTS IN CAMP

Christmas at Fitzgeralds Party Nights.  Friday 21^st.  8.30 p.m. Donegal Danny, followed by DJXY,   Saturday 22^nd.  Donegal Danny til late.  Sunday 23^rd.  Willie and Friends.

Ashes at Christmas –  Camp United Soccer celebrate their Christmas Party on Saturday 22^nd December at Ashes Pub.   St. Stephens Day – 5-9 Danny Goggin and DJ Alan till late.

Sunday 30^th. December – John Hurley and Big Party in Restaurant New Years ‘Eve.  5 course meal, mulled wine, Booking essential.

Session Music in Mike and Anne O Neills Railway Tavern on St. Stephens Day, 30^th December and  New Years ‘Eve.   And  enjoy meeting friends and visitors  in Dalys all through Christmas.

CHRISTMAS SEASON

Curraduff Bridge is a real winter wonderland this Christmas  with the Railway Bridge beautifully illuminated.     And in St. Marys Church yard,   there is a lovely Christmas tree and Christmas Crib in the church.   And the lights in the Memory tree will be switched on next Sunday 23^rd. after Mass.   The names on the tree are symbolic of our loved ones past and far away this Christmas.   A nice way to remember them.     E10.00 per light,  all proceeds go to Camp Church Renovation Fund.         Further information from Breda Quirke – 087 7820490.

A Christmas wish for Peace and Goodwill and happiness for all of us and our families this Christmas at home and abroad agus go mbeirimíd beo ar an am seo arís.

CHURCH CEREMONIES

Ecumenical Carol Service will be held in The Church Of Ireland, Kilgobbin on Sunday, 23^rd. December at 4.00 p.m.

Mass will be celebrated at St. Marys Church Camp on Christmas  ‘Eve at 8.30 p.m.

Mass will be celebrated at St. Marys Church Camp on Christmas morning at 10.00 a.m.

On Saturday next 22^nd December there will be a Mass followed by a Christmas dinner for all our active retired.  Everybody welcome.   Organised by John Chambers and friends it is always a lovely festive occasion.

And finally,   May we all enjoy  Peace and Goodwill  this Christmas at home and abroad agus go mbeirimíd beo ar an am seo arís.  Happy Christmas !

SOME UPCOMING CHRISTMAS EVENTS IN CAMP

Christmas at Fitzgeralds Party Nights.  Friday 21^st.  8.30 p.m. Donegal Danny, followed by DJXY,   Saturday 22^nd.  Donegal Danny til late.  Sunday 23^rd.  Willie and Friends.

Ashes at Christmas –  Camp United Soccer celebrate their Christmas Party on Saturday 22^nd December at Ashes Pub.   St. Stephens Day – 5-9 Danny Goggin and DJ Alan till late.

Sunday 30^th. December – John Hurley and Big Party in Restaurant New Years ‘Eve.  5 course meal, mulled wine, Booking essential.

Session Music in Mike and Anne O Neills Railway Tavern on  St. Stephens Day, 30^th December and New Years ‘Eve.   And  enjoy meeting friends and visitors  in Dalys all through Christmas.

GREETINGS

And finally,   May we all enjoy  Peace and Goodwill  this Christmas at home and abroad agus go mbeirimíd beo ar an am seo arís.  Happy Christmas !

CHRISTMAS

The Christmas shop is open at O Dwyers Retail Centre with lots of Christmas trees, all shapes and sizes and handmade holly wreaths and table centre pieces and lots more available to order.  Trees delivered or netted for safe transportation.   Opening hours –  Monday to Friday 1.15 p.m. ‘til late and weekends  10 am ‘til late.   Contact David Clifford –  086 897 3406.

CHRISTMAS MEMORY TREE

Remember your loved ones now deceased or far away from home in a special way this Christmas by purchasing a light  on the Memory Tree in St. Marys Church grounds.     After Christmas,  The full list of names will be placed  in St. Marys Church Camp for the entire year of 2013.    A maximum of 100 bulbs are available.     The lights will be switched on by Fr. John Buckley P.P. after Mass on Sunday, 23^rd December.    Lights are for sale at E10 each and can be purchased at the Old School, Camp at 11.30 a.m. and again after 12 noon Mass on Sunday next, December 16^th.  More information,  please contact Breda Quirke  087 7820490.

CAMP COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CONCERT

Camp Town Twinning present Camp Community Christmas Concert at the Old School, Camp on Sunday next, 16^th December at 8.00 p.m.  The evening will be a lovely festive occasion for all the community.   Tickets E10.00,  available at O Dwyers Retail Centre.   (Mince Pies and Mulled Wine included).

A PRESENT OF A BOOK !

Eamonn Hickson, Lougher,  Annascaul  launched his new novel entitled  “The History Maker” at The Hillgrove Hotel on Friday night.   This is  Eamonn’s first published book and is a gripping story of tragedy and survival over adversity.    A great read !

Local Camp author Gerard Moore’s,  Axe of Vengeance is also a  wonderful book depicting  the history of  6^th Century Ireland and the experiences, travels and exploits of a character of the times.

And The Story of Camp Football by Eoghan O Duibhne,  Curra, Camp spans an historic era of Camp football dating from 1890  to 1953.   A must for all football enthusiasts  !

Bríd Ní Mhorain has many published books in the Irish language.   Síolta an Iomais,  a lovely selection of  Bríd’s  own Irish Poems is one of her most recent Books of Poetry.

So if you’re thinking of buying a book for somebody this Christmas,   you might like one by a local authors !    Enquiries – O Dwyers Retail Centre.

Moving onto Castlegregory  Eithne Griffin’s  Barefoot Scholars,  a History of Rural Ireland as experienced by the children of Castlegregory School 1880 – 1990,   is also available in all the local shops again this Christmas.

TABLE QUIZ

A Table Quiz in aid of The Active Retired Group  will be held in Ashes Pub this Friday night, December 14^th commencing at 9.00 p.m.   Everybody welcome, please support !

CHURCH GATE COLLECTION

West Kerry Mental Health will hold their church gate collection this weekend. 15^th/16^th December  in West Kerry.  Thank you for your support.

CALENDARS AND CHRISTMAS CARDS

Camp Calendar 2013 and Camp Christmas Cards are available in O Dwyers Retail Centre and in the local pubs.   Calendars – E10.00 and Packs of 6 Christmas Cards –  E5.00.

CHRISTMAS MATINEE

Camp Community Childcare Centre invite you to a Christmas Matinee Concert at The Old School, Camp on Sunday afternoon  December 16^th  commencing at 2.00 p.m.    Great talent,  Children from the Centre performing !!

Tickets available at the Childcare Centre  –  Family of 4 – E10.00 and single ticket – E5.00.   Everybody welcome  !  More information – Telephone  – 066/7130338.

SYMPATHY

Sympathy is extended to Kitty McCarthy,  Knockglossmore, Camp on the recent death of her brother John Donovan, Cork and Liverpool.   Go nDéana Dia Trócaire ar a anam.

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CAMP NOTES – 3RD DECEMBER 2012
DANCING SUCCESS
Congratulations to Ciara O Sullivan, Camp who won the U/15 Girls, Munster Irish Dancing Champion for the tenth year in succession in Ennis recently. Grand Daughter of the great local musician, Jack Doyle, Ciara adds this record breaking achievement to her many other National and International accolades in Irish dancing achieved since she was 5 years of age. Ciara who performs with the Sheehan/Murphy school of dancing in Killarney participated in the INEC, Gleneagle “Celtic Step” stage performance last summer and will be performing in the show again in 2013. Well done Ciara. You have done us all proud !
OBITUARY
The death occurred last week of Mary Gaynor (nee Crean) Oysterhall, The Spa, Tralee and formerly of Knockgloss Beg, Camp. Mary was predeceased by her husband Edward and is survived by sons Michael, Eamon, Pádraig and Morgan, daughter Marie, brothers Tom and Pat, sisters Sr. Catherine and Sr. Theresa Ann, grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends to whoom sympathy is extended.
CAMP COMMUNITY CHILDCARE CENTRE
Bake Sale/ Coffee morning in aid of Camp Community Childcare Centre will be held on Sunday 9th December in the old school, Camp from 10am to 2pm (before and after mass). Baked items greatly appreciated. Please come and support on the day. All welcome !! Enquires to Carol 0667130338.
QUIZ
A Table Quiz in aid of The Camp Active Retired Group will be held in Ashes Pub, Camp on Friday, 14th December at 9.00 p.m. Please support.
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Camp Town Twinning present Camp Community Concert on Sunday 16th. December at 8pm. in the old school Camp. Ceol agus Craic, dances and sketches songs and stories. Tickets from O’Dwyers Retail Centre – 10 euro includes mulled wine and mince pies. Enquiries 0864089504.
CHRISTMAS SHOP
Christmas shop is now open at O’ Dwyers Retail Centre, Camp. Opening hours – Monday to Friday, 1.15pm ‘til late and weekends 10am ‘til late. 5 ft to 10 ft Noble fir and Nordmann fir trees available, taller trees supplied on request. Trees will be delivered or trees will be netted for easy transportation. Door, grave and holly wreaths as well as table centre pieces, all handmade are available. Call for more details on 0868973406.
CAMP CALENDAR 2013
Camp Calendar 2013 available at E10 each in O Dwyers Retail Centre and in the pubs in Camp.
Camp Christmas Cards are also on sale locally. The card is a beautiful Artistic creation of a snowy photograph of St. Marys Church taken on Christmas morning 2010. Work by local artist Christy Deane. Cost: 5 euro for pack of 6 cards with envelopes. Any profits to Camp Tidy Towns.
CHARITY WALK
At a special event in Hannifins Bar, Annascaul on Friday night, John Hannifin announced that E24,000 was raised in the Dingle Way Cancer Charity Walk last September. He thanked all who took part and supported the event in any way. Noel Spillane Chairman, Annascaul Walks presented cheques for E6,000 to 4 charities, Kerry Cancer link Bus, Cancer Ward Cork University Hospital, Friends of Leukaemia and Childrens Leukaemia. It is planned to make this fundraiser an annual event.
The Table Quiz organised by Sean Barry and Mike O Neill at The Railway Tavern, Camp on Friday night raised E460 towards the Kerry Cancer Link Bus. This fund to be added to the Dingle Way Cancer Charity Walk fund. Thanks to everybody for their support.
KEEL CHILDCARE CENTRE
Jingle Run – A 5-10 k fun run/walk in aid of Keel Childcare Centre takes place on Saturday 8th December. Registration from 10am from Keel GAA Grounds, Keel, Castlemaine. Race begins at 12pm. Trophies, certificates for completion, medals and lots of fun for all the family. Face Painting. Prize for the best festive outfit. Price: 5k =€8 and 10k =€15. Refreshments after the race. All welcome. For more information: 087-9281181 or www.keelchildcare.com
AGM
The Annual General Meeting of Camp Community Council Ltd. will be held on Wednesday, 9th. January at 8.00 p.m. in Camp Old School. All Welcome.

OBITUARY
The death of Brendan Deane, Beheenagh, Camp occurred on Friday 16th November. Fr. John Buckley PP in his homily at Bendan’s requiem Mass at St. Marys Church, Camp on Tuesday said it all, Brendan was a real family man, happy with his wife Maureen and his family in his home in Beheenagh, he wanted for little more in life ! Brendan loved the land and took great pride in his farm and his animals, he cultivated and developed the land throughout his long life and like those who came before him handed those skills and traditions down to his family, to another generation. He was highly regarded in the farming community for rearing quality sheep and he won many awards and prizes for his quality sheep and rams in events all over the county and beyond. A huge congregation attended the removal from Hogans Funeral Home, Tralee on Sunday evening and again joined Brendan’s family on Monday at St. Marys Church, Camp and Ballinknockane Cemetary, where he was laid to rest. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam Dilís. Brendan is survived by his wife Maureen, daughters Helen and Mary, sons, Pádraig, Thomas, John and Breandán, brother Eugie and Patrick, Grandchildren and extended family, relatives and many friends and neighbours. Sympathy is extended to all.
The death also occurred of Bridie Griffin (nee Kennedy), Deerpark, Lispole on Friday, 16th November last. Bridie’s late husband was Dan Griffin R.I.P. native of Camp. Bridie and her family kept the link with Camp going over the years, visiting cousin Pauline and extended family in Camp and Aughacasla. Go ndéana Dia trocaire ar a h-anam dilís. Sympathy is extended to all.
CAMP CALENDAR 2013
Camp Calendar is on the shelves – O Dwyers, Retail Centre, Camp and in the local Pubs, Contact – Telephone – Bernadette – 066/7130120 or email – campvillagephotos@gmail.com
TRALEE FLOWER AND GARDEN CLUB
A Christmas floral demonstration by Anne Cooney will be held in the Grand Hotel on Monday Nov 26th at 8 pm. Admission 10 euro
COMMUNITY ALERT
Camp Community Council are holding a Community Alert Meeting at 12.30 p.m. in Camp Old School on next Sunday, December 2nd. Local Gardaí will attend. Everybody is welcome to this important meeting.
CEREMONY OF REMEMBRANCE
Ceremony of Remembrance for those touched by suicide will be held on Sunday next 2nd. December at 3.00 p.m. in St. Brendans Church, Tralee. Organised by Living Links – Helpline – 087 9006300
Email – livinglinks@eircom.net Everybody welcome.
TABLE QUIZ
A Table Quiz in aid of Kerry Cancer Group Link Bus will be held at O Neills Railway Tavern on Saturday, December 1st commencing at 9.30 p.m. Please support.
NEW BOOK
Eamonn Hickson has written his first book. Eamonn, better known for his footballing prowess with Annascaul has produced a wonderful book entitled “The History Maker “ And its not about football. The local Lougher scribe is launching his book in The Hillgrove Hotel, Dingle on Saturday December 8th. Congratulations Eamonn and well done !! Contact Eamonn on line – website – www.eamonnhickson.com
RTE 2FM CHRISTMAS TOY APPEAL
RTE 2FM Christmas toy appeal for St. Vincent de Paul invite you to donate toys (new) and unwrapped before December 9th. to local pick up points. A drop box is available at O Dwyers Retail Centre, Camp . Your support is appreciated. More information contact – Fionnuala – 086 837 1113.
CHRISTMAS
Shop and support local this Christmas, Keep jobs at home, that’s our motto in Camp this Christmas.