SEACHTAIN NA GAEILGE

‘Sé seo seachtain na Gaeilge, Má tá gaeilge agat, labhair í !

WEDDING

Congratulations to Jamie O Donnell, Knockglossmore, Camp and Liz Murphy, Blarney, Co. Cork who were married on Friday last at the Church of The Immaculate Conception, Blarney, Co. Cork and held their wedding reception at The Castle Heights Hotel, Killarney.  All enjoyed a wonderful day. Wishing you both health, happiness and good fortune into the future!  Go n-eirí an t-ádh libh !

CAMP ICA

Activities as follows –  Thursday, March 14^th,  calling all knitters for our Arran stitch project.

March 21st more knitting as gaelige

March 28th Holy Thursday,  meeting will not be held.

April 4^th  monthly meeting

All meetings held at 8pm in Old School, Camp

OBITUARY

The death of John Herlihy, Tansley Court, Tralee and London and native of Lougher, Annascaul occurred on Wednesday last.   Removal took place from The Gleasure Funeral Home on Thursday to the Sacred Heart Church, Annascaul. And John was laid in Inch Cemetery on Friday following requiem Mass. Sympathy is extended to his sister Breda Brosnan and family, Lispole and all his relatives and friends.  Go nDéana Dia Trocaire ar a anam.

CAMP CHILDCARE CENTRE

Annual Easter Camp March 25th – 28^th 10 am – 3pm. Preschool age upwards,welcome.  We are also holding a Family Fun BINGO evening in the old school on March 24th at 3.30pm, should be fun for everyone!! €5 per book, spot & raffle prizes, all proceeds to Camp Childcare Centre. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Due to demand for preschool places for 2013/14 we are almost fully booked. Demand is also very high for childcare in our Creche area, parents are advised to book places early to avoid disappointment. Information 06671 30338 or email campchildcare@eircom.net

FUNDRAISER – THANK YOU

Living Links Kerry wish to thank all those who sponsored races  and those who supported the fundraising night in any way at The Tralee Greyhound Stadium on Friday night. E2,515 was raised on the night with more coming in.  A dog named “Buaiteoir” trained by John Kelliher, Castlegregory and owned by a Castle syndicate won the first race of the night. Elaine Guiney, Meelin, Co.Cork was chosen as “most appropriately Dressed lady”. Living Links Kerry supports those bereaved by suicide and provides ongoing training on suicide prevention as well.

4199675/livinglinkskerry@gmail.com. Helpline – 087 9006300.

BIRTHDAY WISHES

Paudie Moore celebrated a special birthday in Ashes Pub, Camp on Saturday night.  May you enjoy many more, Paudie,  Go maire tú an Céad !

Coiste Na nOg

West Kerry Final Un14: Congratulations to Annascaul/Lispole on their West Kerry Un14 Title win over Dingle last Saturday 9th March in Lispole. First half  Sean Kennedy – 3pts with James Ashe a well taken goal, Brian Kennedy , Sean Brosnan and Rian O’ Sullivan who kicked some fine long range points left it 1-10 to 0-1 at half time to Annascaul/Lispole. In the 2nd half with wind advantage to Dingle, Dingle closed the gap at the end to leave it 2-7 to 1-12 in favour of Annascaul/Lispole at the final whistle. Well done to everyone involved in this great victory, Brian Kennedy (captain) and to the mentors who trained the team since the end of January: Tim Falvey and David Cliifford. Cogratulations from Annascaul Coiste Na nOG to the Un14 Annascaul/Lispole Team on this excellent win and performance.

Next Fixture: Un14 Div 5 County League  Round 1 – away to Cordal/Scartaglin on March 29th  (Good Friday) @ 5.00pm.

John Egan Gathering Tournament:  Annascaul/Lispole Un14s will be taking part in the John Egan Gathering Tournament in July which will be held over three days with teams from all over Ireland competing.  Annascaul /Camp/Inch will host one of these clubs of 25 players and their mentors during this tournament.

Annascaul/Camp/Inch Community Games: Congratulations to the UN14 Tag Rugby Team and manager Brendan Kennelly, on winning 4th place (certs) in the County Finals last Sunday at the IT Tralee in the all weather pitch. Also well done to the Un11 team and manager Christopher Griffin.

Considering both teams are young and had little training time they performed very well in cold and wet conditions on Sunday. Thanks to the parents who brought the team players and supported them on the sideline.

Well done to Dara Newsome on winning a cert (4th place) in the Art Competition recently and to all those who took part in the art and handwritting county finals.

Up-coming fixtures: Swimming Un8-Un16 Boys/Girls in Tralee Sports Complex Monday 18th March. Pitch and Putt Un16 Friday 29th March, Model Making 7th April, Un12 Boys Outdoor Soccer 14th April , Un12 Girls Outdoor Soccer 28th April. Please contact member of committee for more information on the above: 086-3180850/086-0865287.

DEFIBRILLATOR TRAINING

Defibrillator and RefresherTraining for adults was delivered by Cardiology Nurse Specialist Fiona Barton at Camp Old School on Saturday last. There are 4 defibrillators located in the community as follows – Ocean View Nursing Home, O Dwyers Retail Centre,The Community Sports Field and Moan Laur, Slieve East, Camp. There are over 50 people trained in CPR in Camp at this point. Important information as follows – In the event of a person collapse Phone 112 or 999. Then administer simple CRP compressions (if possible) until help arrives. You might save a life !  A full training programme will be delivered again in the autumn. Watch out for dates !  Camp Defibrillator Committee organised the training and do tremendous work keeping the defibrillators operational and fundraising as needed. Sheila, Val and all the members are owed a sincere thanks and a debt of gratitude from all of us !

IRISH CANCER SOCIETY FUNDRAISER

The Shave or Dye event in Ashes Pub on Friday night raised over E700 towards The Irish Cancer Society. Louise Kelliher, Hair Heaven Hairdressing Salon, Camp and Karen did a fantastic job. We have some Mohicans and very colourful heads around the village after the night. Congratulations to each and every one of them for their wonderful generosity of spirit in aid of this great cause. Tommy Scanlon, Cappaclough started the ball rolling with a tremendous effort raising E405 on a phone around Friday evening. Again well done to everybody and it was a great night as well !! Micko and staff provided food and Hannah organised the raffle.

OBITUARY

The death of Ella Edwards (nee Griffin) Lisbeg, Oakpark, Tralee occurred last Saturday in Ocean View Nursing Home Camp. Ella and her late Husband Bill whose links to Camp was through his late mother Nora Deane,  enjoyed many happy hours and days walking on the mountains and hills around Camp and West Kerry. Ella is survived by her sons, Séan and Ciaran, grandchildren,  her brothers in law, George and Joe, many relatives and friends.   Ella’s Husband Bill R.I.P. and son Liam R.I.P.  predeceased her.   Sympathy is extended to all the family and friends.

COISTE NA NOG

West Kerry Final Un14: Congratulations to Annascaul/Lispole on their West Kerry Un14 Title win over Dingle last Saturday 9th March in Lispole. First half  Sean Kennedy – 3pts with James Ashe a well taken goal, Brian Kennedy , Sean Brosnan and Rian O’ Sullivan who kicked some fine long range points left it 1-10 to 0-1 at half time to Annascaul/Lispole. In the 2nd half with wind advantage to Dingle, Dingle closed the gap at the end to leave it 2-7 to 1-12 in favour of Annascaul/Lispole at the final whistle. Well done to everyone involved in this great victory, Brian Kennedy (captain) and to the mentors who trained the team since the end of January: Tim Falvey and David Cliifford. Cogratulations from Annascaul Coiste Na nOG to the Un14 Annascaul/Lispole Team on this excellent win and performance.

Next Fixture: Un14 Div 5 County League  Round 1 – away to Cordal/Scartaglin on March 29th  (Good Friday) @ 5.00pm.

John Egan Gathering Tournament:  Annascaul/Lispole Un14s will be taking part in the John Egan Gathering Tournament in July which will be held over three days with teams from all over Ireland competing.  Annascaul /Camp/Inch will host one of these clubs of 25 players and their mentors during this tournament.

Annascaul/Camp/Inch Community Games: Congratulations to the UN14 Tag Rugby Team and manager Brendan Kennelly, on winning 4th place (certs) in the County Finals last Sunday at the IT Tralee in the all weather pitch. Also well done to the Un11 team and manager Christopher Griffin.

Considering both teams are young and had little training time they performed very well in cold and wet conditions on Sunday. Thanks to the parents who brought the team players and supported them on the sideline.

Community Games

Congratulations to Dara Newsome who won 4th place(cert) in Kerry Community Games Art finals in Listowel last weekend. Well done to all the boys and girls who competed in the art and the handwritting competitions.

Next Fixtures: Swimming Un8-Un16 boys/girls,  Finals are on Monday, 18th March in Tralee Sports Complex. Entries for swimming must be in this week.  Please contact member of committee if interested.

Gymnastics -24th March, Cycling -5th April,

Model Making -7th April, Un12 Boys Outdoor Soccer -14th April, Un12 Girls Outdoor Soccer -28th Ap

ANNASCAUL GAA

SENIORS: We took part in the Paidi O Sé tournament with mixed results. Playing Cooley Kickhams from Louth on Saturday morning, we got off to great start, winning the quarter final with ease. Hours later, we were in Blennerville playing Achill from County Mayo, and pulled through after a very tough encounter. Unfortunately, we picked up a number of injuries over the first two games, which meant we had a weakened team on Sunday in the final. Playing against St. Pats, we began well and were unlucky to trail at the break by four points. As the game wore on, fatigue caught up with us and St. Pats ran out comfortable winners. Regardless of the final result, we benefitted greatly from the tournament over the weekend, with every member of our panel getting considerable game time. Best for us over the weekend were Genie, Ger Farrelly, Gareth O Donnell, James Scanlon and Declan Lindsey. Annascaul GAA would like to thank the organisers of the tournament for the invitation, we were delighted to play our part in honouring Paidi’s memory.

We lost out to Lispole in our final West Kerry league game on a scoreline of 1-20 to 2-9. We started well, with Jonathon Deane finding the net to give us an early lead. Winning the breaking ball in the middle, we led by four points at the quarter way mark. Unfortunately, Lispole upped their work rate, cutting the supply of ball to our main scorers, Aidan Crean and Jonathon Deane. Despite David Clifford and Ger Farrelly’s best defending, we were down at half time by six points. The second half provided little respite for us, as Lispole found the net within minutes to give us a mountain to climb. And again despit of Emmet and Genie’s efforts,  we never got close enough to threaten Lispole after that. Best for us were Kenneth Quirke, Emmet Kennedy, Genie Farrell and Jonathon Deane. TEAM: Conor Guilfoyle, Paddy O Shea, Eamonn Hickson, David Clifford, Colm Barry, Daniel O Connell, Ger Farrelly, Emmet Kennedy, James Scanlon, Kenneth Quirke, Genie Farrell, Shane Foley, Aidan Crean, Jonathon Deane, Declan Lindsey. Subs: John Bowler, Jamie Quirke, Shane Scanlon.

DEFIBRILLATOR TRAINING

Defibrillator and RefresherTraining for adults was delivered by Cardiology Nurse Specialist Fiona Barton at Camp Old School on Saturday last. There are 4 defibrillators located in the community as follows – Ocean View Nursing Home, O Dwyers Retail Centre,The Community Sports Field and Moan Laur, Slieve East, Camp. There are over 50 people trained in CPR in Camp at this point. Important information as follows – In the event of a person collapse Phone 112 or 999. Then administer simple CRP compressions (if possible) until help arrives. You might save a life !  A full training programme will be delivered again in the autumn. Watch out for dates !  Camp Defibrillator Committee organised the training and do tremendous work keeping the defibrillators operational and fundraising as needed. Sheila, Val and all the members are owed a sincere thanks and a debt of gratitude from all of us !

IRISH CANCER SOCIETY FUNDRAISER

The Shave or Dye event in Ashes Pub on Friday night raised over E700 towards The Irish Cancer Society. Louise Kelliher, Hair Heaven Hairdressing Salon, Camp and Karen did a fantastic job. We have some Mohicans and very colourful heads around the village after the night. Congratulations to each and every one of them for their wonderful generosity of spirit in aid of this great cause. Tommy Scanlon, Cappaclough started the ball rolling with a tremendous effort raising E405 on a phone around Friday evening. Again well done to everybody and it was a great night as well !! Micko and staff provided food and Hannah organised the raffle.

LIVING LINKS KERRY

Fundraising Race Night at Kingdom Greyhound Stadium, Tralee on Friday, 8^th March at 7.50 p.m. Adm. E10, children free, family night out.  Information – Kathleen 087 4199675/livinglinkskerry@gmail.com. Helpline – 087 9006300.

OBITUARY

The death of Ella Edwards (nee Griffin) Lisbeg, Oakpark, Tralee occurred last Saturday in Ocean View Nursing Home Camp. Ella and her late Husband Bill whose links to Camp was through his late mother Nora Deane,  enjoyed many happy hours and days walking on the mountains and hills around Camp and West Kerry. Ella is survived by her sons, Séan and Ciaran, grandchildren,  her brothers in law, George and Joe, many relatives and friends.   Ella’s Husband Bill R.I.P. and son Liam R.I.P.  predeceased her.   Sympathy is extended to all the family and friends.

Coiste Na nOG

Un14 West Kerry League: Annascaul/Lispole maintained their good run in the West Kerry League with a win over Castlegregory away last Sunday. Best of luck to this side who now face Dingle in the Un14 West Kerry Final this Saturday 9th March, in Lispole @ 5pm.

Community Games

Congratulations to Dara Newsome who won 4th place(cert) in Kerry Community Games Art finals in Listowel last weekend. Well done to all the boys and girls who competed in the art and the handwritting competitions.

Best of luck to the Un11/Un14 Tag Rugby teams and manager Brendan Kennelly in the County Finals this Sunday 10th March In Tralee.

Next Fixtures: Swimming Un8-Un16 boys/girls,  Finals are on Monday, 18th March in Tralee Sports Complex. Entries for swimming must be in this week.  Please contact member of committee if interested.

Gymnastics -24th March, Cycling -5th April,

Model Making -7th April, Un12 Boys Outdoor Soccer -14th April, Un12 Girls Outdoor Soccer -28th Ap

ANNASCAUL GAA

SENIORS :We lost out to Lispole over the weekend in our final West Kerry league game on a scoreline of 1-20 to 2-9. We started well, with Jonathon Deane finding the net to give us an early lead. Winning the breaking ball in the middle, we led by four points at the quarter way mark. Unfortunately, Lispole upped their work rate, cutting the supply of ball to our main scorers, Aidan Crean and Jonathon Deane. Despite David Clifford and Ger Farrelly’s best defending, we were down at half time by six points. The second half provided little respite for us, as Lispole found the net within minutes to give us a mountain to climb. And again despit of Emmet and Genie’s efforts,  we never got close enough to threaten Lispole after that. Best for us were Kenneth Quirke, Emmet Kennedy, Genie Farrell and Jonathon Deane. TEAM: Conor Guilfoyle, Paddy O Shea, Eamonn Hickson, David Clifford, Colm Barry, Daniel O Connell, Ger Farrelly, Emmet Kennedy, James Scanlon, Kenneth Quirke, Genie Farrell, Shane Foley, Aidan Crean, Jonathon Deane, Declan Lindsey. Subs: John Bowler, Jamie Quirke, Shane Scanlon.

ANNIVERSARY

The first anniversary service for Comdt. Gareth Evans R.I.P., will be held in Kilgobbin Church of Ireland Church on Sat 9th March at 5pm all welcome.

CONCERT

A concert in aid of St. Marys Church, Camp will be held on Friday, April 6^th. in Camp Old School.

Your support will be appreciated. Everybody welcome.

LIVING LINKS KERRY

Living Links Kerry are organising a fundraising night at Tralee Greyhound Track on Friday, March 8^th. All proceeds in aid of Living Links Kerry Suicide Outreach Support for persons bereaved by suicide. Everybody welcome, any support appreciated.  Kerry Living Links Freephone Number is 0879006300.

ANNASCAUL GAA

SENIORS: We took part in the Paidi O Sé tournament over the weekend with mixed results. Playing Cooley Kickhams from Louth on Saturday morning, we got off to great start, winning the quarter final with ease. Hours later, we were in Blennerville playing Achill from County Mayo, and pulled through after a very tough encounter. Unfortunately, we picked up a number of injuries over the first two games, which meant we had a weakened team on Sunday in the final. Playing against St. Pats, we began well and were unlucky to trail at the break by four points. As the game wore on, fatigue caught up with us and St. Pats ran out comfortable winners. Regardless of the final result, we benefitted greatly from the tournament over the weekend, with every member of our panel getting considerable game time. Best for us over the weekend were Genie, Ger Farrelly, Gareth O Donnell, James Scanlon and Declan Lindsey. Annascaul GAA would like to thank the organisers of the tournament for the invitation, we were delighted to play our part in honouring Paidi’s memory.

CAMP UNITED SOCCER

Camp United are holding a Table Quiz on Friday night 22^nd February in Ashes Pub. Your support will be appreciated.

CAMP TOWN TWINNING

The Annual General Meeting of Camp Town Twinning will be held in the Old School, Camp on Friday, 22^nd  February at 8.00 p.m.  Everybody welcome.

OBITUARY

The tragic death on Thursday last of Vincent Wyles, Aughacasla has plunged the entire area into deep shock and sadness. Vincent was a singer and musician with the “Castle Ramblers”  a new local young and upcoming band, he was a born entertainer taking part in Camp Youth Club Drama productions and even in the last few weeks he took part in the Charity fundraising Mock Wedding in Castle. Vincent is a huge loss to his family, his partner Amy and little son Colm Paul, his mother Breda and sisters Lisa and Anne Marie. He will be sadly missed by his Uncles, Aunts and all his extended family,  his many many friends and the community of Castlegregory and beyond where he was known and loved and where he made a real difference during his all too short life of 25 years on this earth. Sympathy is extended to all the family.  Go ndéana Dia trócaire ar a anam dilís.

The death of Catherine “Ciss”  O Donnell,  nee Dowd, London and late of Goulane, Castlegregory occurred in Wimbledon recently.  Catherine’s husband, the late Jimmy “Sand” O Donnell was a native of Slieve Camp and  they both visited regularly down through the years.  Catherine reached the great old age of 97 years.  She was laid to rest in London following Requiem Mass in St. Winifreds Church, Wimbledon.   Sympathy is extended to her daughters Margaret and Bernie and her son John.

60 YEARS YOUNG

Congratulations to Dai Williams who celebrated his 60^th. in Ashes Pub on Friday night. The gentle Welshman had his wish come true on Friday night when many old friends came  to wish him well,  including Ashes darts team of yesteryear,  Johnny Kennedy, Jack Murray,  Peter Moore,  Frankie Herlihy, and John and Susan Fitzpatrick. Dave Frizell, on behalf of all of us presented him with a lovely clock bearing an etching of Ashes Pub and Caherconree done by Christy Deane. Dai was delighted with it, a real keepsake of Camp, where Dai enjoyed a few happy years.   And like the old days, there was a lovely Irish music session lead by Local musician, Kate Mulcahy-Rowlands, Kevin Ryan,  and singer Nora Rice. The party was organised by John and Susan Fitzpatrick, Dai, we’ll be expecting you back for your 70^th,  le Cúnamh Dé.

HAIR HEAVEN

Camp Hairdresser Louise Kelliher celebrated 9 years of Hair Heaven in the village on Friday.

Congratulations Louise and here’s to many many more beautifying  the women of Camp !!

COIST NA N-OG

Registration night for Un8s -Un16s will be held this Sunday, 24th February in Annascaul Community Centre @ 6pm. €30 for one child – €50 for family.   Annascaul Coiste Na nOG are orgaiising a Church Gate collection this weekend 23rd/24th February. All support greatly appreciated.

GAA:

Senior-We suffered our first defeat of the year at the weekend, going down to a strong An Ghaeltacht team, 2-18 to 0-9. In hurricane-like conditions in Gallarus, we started against the wind, which literally pinned us in our first half for the majority of the half. Emmet Kennedy, Genie and the two Lenihans battled hard in the first half yet we were unable to cope with the elements, coupled with good An Ghaeltacht pressure and the scores started to flow against us. Shane Foley and Johnny Deane saw  little of the action,  yet they managed to create a few chances when the ball came their way. Down seventeen points at half time, we had the aid of the wind in the second half. We began well, with Genie leading the charge, kicking five points in the second half. The full forward line benefitted from the huge wind and the long passing, yet while we converted point scoring opportunities, goal chances never materialised. Credit is due to the hosts, they were far fitter than us, even at this early stage of the season. Best for us were Genie, Shane Foley, Emmet Kennedy and Gerard Farrelly. TEAM: Conor Guilfolyle, Andrew Finn, Gareth O Donnell, Paddy Shea, Ger Farrelly, Eamonn Hickson (0-2), Colm Barry, Eamon Lenihan, Ger Lenihan (0-1), Kenneth Quirke, Genie Farrell (0-5), David Clifford, Shane Foley, Emmet Kennedy, Johnny Deane, (0-1) SUBS: Jaime Finn, Declan Lindsey, John Bowler, Daniel O Connell, Jaime Quirke, Shane Scanlon, Eoghan O Neill, Denis O Shea. We are playing in the Paudi O Sé tournament at the weekend, our first game is in Annascaul at 12 on Saturday.       

U14  team –  West Kerry Round 1 Annascaul/Lispole and Gaeltacht met in round 1 of the West Kerry Un14 league in Gallarus last Thursday evening. Our lads turned in a great first half playing some free flowing football at times to lead 3-6 to 0-3 at half time. However with wind advantage in favour of the home side in the second half Gaeltacht rallied well leaving the score 4-11 to 5-6 at the end in our favour. Rian O’Sullivan who score 3-7 was outstanding while Brian Kennedy, Cathal Ferriter, Joe Kennedy and Sean Brosnan also impressed. Fixture this coming week at home to Dingle.

ACAMP NOTES

HIGH ACHIEVEMENT

Congratulations to Jonathan Deane, Beheenagh, Camp  recently awarded  with the Reid Scholarship at Trinity College in recognition of his high achievement in obtaining 615 point in The Leaving Certificate Examination 2012. The  Presentation was made by the Professor Linda Hogan,  Dean of Undergraduate Studies in Trinity College Dublin.

OBITUARY

The death of Catherine  “Ciss”  O Donnell (nee Dowd) of Wimbledon, London and late of Goulane, Castlegregory occurred recently in Wimbledon.   Catherine was predeceased 25 years ago by her husband Jimmy “Sand” O Donnell, of  Slieve, Camp.   Catherine and Jimmy came home regularly over the years and in the summer of 2010 Catherine visited for the last time,  meeting up with friends and family in Camp and Castle.    She reached the wonderful old age of 97 years  and was blessed with good health throughout her long life.  Catherine was laid to rest in London following requiem mass at St. Winifreds Church, Wimbledon. She is survived by her daughters Margaret and Bernie and her son John to whom sympathy is extended.

Sympathy is also extended to Karen Davey, Lougher, Annascaul and England whose mother Joan passed to her eternal reward last week.   Rest In Peace.

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS!

Dai Williams is returning to Camp to celebrate his  60^th birthday. The party will be held in Ashes Pub on Friday next, 15^th. February  starting at 9.00 p.m.  Many of you will remember Dai who worked in ITTralee and lived down Camp Height for many years. Everybody is welcome on Friday night,  in particular  Dai would love to meet all those revellers around Camp with whom he enjoyed the craic in the old days !!

DEFIBRILLATOR TRAINING

CPR and Defibrillator refresher training with qualified instructor on Saturday 2nd March in the Old School, Camp  from  3 p.m. to  4.00 p.m.  All welcome.

TAEKWON-DO

Taekwon – Do classes for children are held every Monday evening in camp Old School. The children are really enjoying the fun and games, while learning such an important life skill.
There are two classes for different age groups. Age 4-6 starts at 4pm-4:45pm  Age 7-12 starts at 5pm-6pm. If anyone would like further details please contact Barry O Connor on 087 9837252
YOGA

Mondays, 6.30 p.m. gentle slow paced yoga at Camp Old School. Wear layers of comfortable clothes. Contact Sarah – 0871637872.

DEFIBRILLATOR TRAINING

CPR and Defibrillator refresher training with qualified instructor on Saturday 2nd March in the Old School, Camp  from  3 p.m. to  4.00 p.m.  All welcome.

MIKEY O DONNELL DARTS MEMORIAL

The final of the Mikey O Donnell Darts Memorial will be played off  in The Junction Bar, Camp on Friday 8^th. February.   The tournament commenced in Bolands Bar, Castlegregory last Friday night and great darts were played all round, indeed a fitting tribute to young Mikey O Donnell R.I.P. who loved his game of Darts.    All welcome at The Junction Bar on Friday night.

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION INVITE !

Dai Williams is returning to Ashes Pub in Camp to celebrate his  60^th birthday on Friday, February 15th. starting at 9.00 p.m.    Many of you will remember Dai who worked in ITTralee and lived down Camp Height for many years.   Everybody is welcome to the party  and  in particular  Dai would love to meet all those revellers around Camp with whom he enjoyed the craic in the old days !!

IFA

The  AGM of The Kerry Irish Farmers Association elected Sean Brosnan to serve as Chairman of the organisation for the next 4 years in The Manor West Hotel, Tralee on Monday night.    It was a tight contest with Kenny Jones, Tralee and Pat O Driscoll of Valentia putting in a huge performance.    Pat O Shea, Castlegregory  Treasurer IFA Kerry presided over the election.    James McCarthy, Currow, Castleisland,  outgoing Chairman was praised for his great work during his 4 year term.  Justin McCarthy newly appointed Editor of The Irish Farmers Journal led a lively discussion on farming issues,  the CAP agreement and cuts in subsidies and other developments in farming being top of the agenda on the night !

ANNASCAUL GAA

The senior team will play Castlegregory in the West Kerry League this coming Saturday in Annascaul. The game is provisionally fixed for 2.00pm.  In other GAA news, Jason Hickson and James Crean are impressing with the Kerry Under-21’s so far this year, scoring 0-5 and 1-3 respectively in a recent challenge game.  Let’s hope they can continue their good form and make the panel for the Munster clash against Cork on March 13th.

CANCER FUNDRAISER FOR RECOVERY HAVEN AND KERRY CORK HEALTH LINK

Sigerson Legends Football Cancer fundraising challenge will take place on Friday 15^th February at 7.30. P.M. in Austin Stacks Park Tralee. The game will feature the current I.T. Tralee Sigerson team taking on a selection of the three in a row I.T. Tralee Sigerson Cup winning team of the 1990’s and guests. The legends team includes Padraig Joyce from Galway, Kerry legends Maurice Fitzgerald, Seamus Moynihan, Darragh O’ Se and Mike Frank Russell. Come along for a great night’s entertainment in aid of two cancer charities who help so many patients and families through difficult times. Tickets to the game are priced at only 5 (five)  Euros, with children under 16 free. Tickets available in Garvey’s Supervalu, and Horan’s Fruit/Veg stores countywide, and from your local GAA club secretary.

TAEKWON-DO

Taekwon – Do classes for children are held every Monday evening in camp Old School. The children are really enjoying the fun and games, while learning such an important life skill.
There are two classes for different age groups.
Age 4-6 starts at 4pm-4:45pm
Age 7-12 starts at 5pm-6pm.
If anyone would like further details please contact Barry O Connor on 087 9837252

CAMP NOTES – 28^TH JANUARY 2013

GARDA STATION CLOSURE

At a special Meeting held in the Old School, Camp on Friday night Gárda Inspector Donal Ashe advised the community  that Camp Gárda Station would be closed on Thursday 31^st January  and would cease to operate as a Garda station from that date forward.    All Gárda business from 31^st January 2013  is to be conducted at Castlegregory Station under Gárda Nina Long.      Gárda Long, Gárda Paul Quinlan, Annascaul and Sergeant John Davis, Dingle  also attended the meeting and discussed how  West Kerry Communities could work together in the future.

The meeting praised the work of  retired Camp Garda Aidan Smith and regret was expressed at the closure of the Camp Gárda Station which one time housed a Sergeant and four Gárdaí working out in the community.     A meeting to plan the setting up of an SMS Text Alert System will be held in the coming weeks –  this operates on the principle of  “ the Gárdaí giving communities live updates on crime.     Gardaí disseminate this information to local Community Alert groups who then forward it to members of the community through text method.    The community would also be in a position to alert the Gárdaí of any suspicious movements or happenings in their community      This system has proved to be a valuable tool in the fight against crime in other parts of rural Ireland.    Condolences to the family of Gárda Adrian O Donoghue  R.I.P. whose young life was ended tragically,  while on duty on Friday night in Dundalk.

CAMP DRAMA GROUP

We are starting rehearsals for our next play. We are looking forward to having new people join us.    Rehearsals take place at Mike O Neill’s on Mondays at 8pm.   ALL WELCOME.

SHOTOKAN KARATE

Introductory classes will be held in Camp Community Centre on Saturday, 2^nd February at 2.00 p.m.  Suitable for children and adults. No charge. All welcome. Phone Seamus – 087 1232429.

MUSIC CLASSES

Piano/Keyboard/Music Theory Tuition  available in the comfort of your own home.  Children, Adults, Beginners, all welcome.  Exams with a globally recognised establishment. Contact Dawn – 087 9817693.

COMMUNITY GAMES

Congratulations to Annascaul, Camp and Inch Indoor Soccer who won bronze in the Community Games Finals held in Annascaul on Friday night.

ANNASCAUL GAA

The senior team played Dingle at the weekend, and came away with a draw. Played in blustery conditions, Dingle started well and put us under early pressure, with our full back line of Andrew Finn, David Clifford and Eoghan O Neill defending well. Soon after, we settled well with the two Creans, James and Aidan providing an outlet up front.  Although we missed a number of chances early on, James Crean kicked our first point of the new season and quickly followed up with a great goal. Gerard Lenihan, back from Australia, kicked his first point for Annascaul in over five years minutes later.  Wayward shooting and poor decision-making aside, we worked well in the first half and held a deserved five point lead at halftime.  The early stages of the second half was dominated by Dingle, who were aided by a gale force wind. Scrappy play on our behalf allowed Dingle to find their way back into the game, picking the first two scores of the second half. Genie Farrell, Eamonn Lenihan, James Scanlon and Jason Hickson rallied, breaking us out of our rut and enabling James Crean to kick another score. This vital point took the steam out of the hosts’ run, and scores were few and far between in the remaining fourteen minutes. Our work rate, especially from our half forward line, kept us in the lead right up until the final minute, but Mark Evans from Dingle grabbed an equaliser with a good point. Still, a draw is a good start to the season, despite the numerous chances we created. Best for us were James Crean, Jason Hickson, David Clifford, James Scanlon and Genie Farrell.

TEAM: Tommy Pierce, David Clifford, Andrew Finn, Eoghan O Neill, James Scanlon, Eamonn Hickson, Gerard Farrelly, Eamon Lenihan, Jason Hickson, (0-1f) Kenneth Quirke, Genie Farrell, Declan Lindsey, James Crean (1-4), Aidan Crean, Gerard Lenihan (0-1) Subs: Jaime Finn, Stephen Pierce, Patrick O Shea, Jaime Quirke.

Our next game is Sunday the 10^th of February in Annascaul.

COISTE NA NOG AGM

At the Annascaul Coiste na n-Og  AGM held recently, the following officers were elected for the coming year – Chairman: Paudie Moriarty, Secretary: Kathleen Moriarty, Treasurer: John Hanifin, PRO: Bride Kennedy, County Board Delegates: Johnny O Shea and Sean Moriarty,West Kerry Board: Paudie Moriarty.  Mentors for the year – U8/10s  –  Sean Moriarty, Johnny O Shea, Timmy Griffin and Adam Newstead.  U/12 – Genie Farrell,  Brendan Kennelly and Paudie Moriarty. U14 – Tim Falvey, Kieran O Driscoll and David Clifford.  U16 – Sean O Driscoll and Sean Curry.

MOCK WEDDING

A Mock Wedding fundraiser in aid of Bandon Hyperbaric Oxygen Centre was held in Feriters Bar, Castlegregory on Friday night. The funds raised will towards operational costs involved in providing this specialised therapy which is now used to treat various ailments.   At present the figure raised on the night is in the region of E1,400.  To add your contribution  or to find out more about the organisation – website is www.bhoc.ie.  or contact Feriters Bar.   Well done to all the performers who took part in the show.   It was a great night, well done !

TRADITION

According to Catholic and Anglican tradition, St. Blaise was a Bishop  who through his intercession, God miraculously healed a young boy who had a fish bone stuck in his throat.   For this reason,  the ceremony of the Blessing of the Throats will be given after all Masses next weekend in the parish of Annascaul, Camp and Inch.

Lá Fhéile Bríde

Next Friday 1^st February heralds the start of spring,  feast day of St. Brigid,  Longer days and better weather we hope and pray !

DARTS NIGHT

The ‘Mikey O’Donnnell’ memorial annual darts home and away competition starts on Friday night Feb 1^st.  at Bolands Bar Castlegregory.  The return match will be played at The Junction Bar, Camp  on the following Friday night Feb. 8th.

OBITUARY

Symapthy is extended to Peter Daly, Dalys Bar on the death of his sister Kay Lynch, Belfast.

BIRTHDAY

Cian O Móráin celebrated his 30^th birthday at Ashes Pub, Camp on Saturday night.  A large gathering of family and friends  enjoyed a great night of traditional Irish music and song, led by the talented ó Moráin family themselves.   Comhghairdeachas Cian !

PUBLIC MEETING

Gárda Superintendent Donal Ashe and the local West Kerry Gárdaí are holding a Public meeting about the closure of Camp Garda Station in The Old School, Camp on Friday, 25^th January at 7.30 p.m.    Everybody welcome.

CAMP ICA

Programme of activities  as follows:

Jan 24th Susan Lavery talks ‘being green in the home.’   Feb 7th monthly meeting  Feb 21st –  weaving demonstration by Dorothy Calvert    Further information from the Secretary, Mary  Knightly  Tel. 066 7130918

Please note all meetings start at 8pm.

ELECTION

Camp Community Council election will be on  Sunday 14^th April 2013.    Any person over 18 years of age resident in the Kilgobban electoral area is eligible to vote or to be elected

in this election.    Ballot papers will be posted to all residents week commencing  week 8^th. April.   You can vote for 5 people and 15 people will be elected.   Please ensure that the people you elect will attend  Meetings and take part in the work of the Council.

CAMP SPORTS DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

Interested in joining the Camp Sports Development Committee, please contact Mairead – 086 3431270.

CAMP COMMUNITY CHILDCARE

Camp Community Childcare Centre has vacancies for Community Employment Learners, which helps people re-enter an active work force and assists them to gain valuable experience.    Childcare qualification desirable,  but not essential.     For further information please contact CE office on 066 7139422  or  Camp Childcare Centre on  066 7130338.

KERRY HOSPICE ASSOCIATION

Kerry Hospice are inviting people who are planning to participate in the Tralee Marathon on the 16th March to consider participating for the Kerry Hospice.     Further information can be had from Ted Moynihan at 087 6705014.

DOWN MEMORY LANE

A big cattle and sheep fair was held in Camp in olden times on 26^th January.    Buyers and Cattle Dealers from up the country often came by train and the animals were transported out of Camp in The Dingle Train that evening.

WEATHER

The snow came overnight and all our mountains and valleys are clothed in a blanket of snow this morning.

CAMP COMMUNITY CHILDCARE CENTRE
Camp Afterschool Club has a brand new activity plan for 2013.  Due to popular demand our Football with Annette has been split to 2 age groups.  From 3.30  ‘til  4.30 we have ages 5 to 7 and from 4.45 to 5.45 it is for ages 8 upwards.  On Wednesday we are introducing conversational Irish classes for children.    This will be done through fun and games and will be of benefit to children of all ages.  Due to the success of our Christmas Concert we are delighted to continue our Drama Club on a Thursday and also our theme days are back on a Friday.  For more information on any of these days or to make a booking call Catherine at the centre on 066 7130338.

SWIMMING CLASSES

Swimming classes will resume Wednesday 23^rd January 2013. The classes are for 12 weeks and the cost/swimmer is €70. The classes are being delivered by college students again and the ratio will be 1:4 max. Classes run from 4-4.45 in Tralee Sports Complex. There will be no swimming on Wed 6^th March and no swimming during Easter break. All swimmers must wear swimming hats and must be 5years or older. Transport to and from complex is responsibility of parents/guardians. Fees must be paid prior to commencement of classes. Please contact Ann Connell  at 087 9385865 to make arrangements for payment.

AGM

At the AGM of Camp Community Council held last Wednesday,  Chairperson Máiread Crean gave a detailed, concise Chairperson/Secretary report of all activities undertaken by the Council.   Michelle Farrell, Treasurer  reported a healthy balance of E21,541.00 in The Treasurers Financial report.   Main fundraiser was Camp Cash Cow event.   Mairead Crean thanked  her fellow officers and the members of the council,   She thanked Gearoid O Shea Secretary for all his work with the council, including the setting up of the Camp Website.    Gearoid has recently resigned from the council due to other commitments.     Mairéad thanked John Chambers Active Retired  and Anne Kennedy and Siobhán Ward fas CE Workers.   The Pobal Audit was concluded and everything found to be in order  Mairéad acknowledged  the help of  Michael Farrell, Michelle Farrell, Brigid O Connor,  Kate O Donnell, Susan Barrett  former Chairperson and Marcella Herlihy, former Secretary.    She  acknowledged and thanked all the statutory agencies,  HSE, Anne Moynihan Community Worker and Udaras na Gaeltachta,  RSS scheme, Fas CE scheme, Kerry County Council, MFG and North and East Kerry Development Meitheal  an Leith Triuigh and  Camp Childcare Centre for their support and the members of the council and all the voluntary people who helped out in any way throughout the year.    Máiread thanked Brian Enright Seaside Caravan Park for the use of his lawnmower.    She  thanked Deputy Brendan Griffin  for his support and also Deputy Michael Healy Rae and Deputy Tom Fleming and the local councillors.   Mairead thanked Fr. John Buckley PP for carrying out the renovations of the Old School.   Máiread expressed sympathy to all those who had lost loved ones in the past year.    Reports  from all sub committees of the council  were presented to the meeting.    Sheila O Donnell reported on Camp Town Twinning.  They are travelling to Tazones in Spain this July.  The group held an enjoyable concert before Christmas.   Sheila praised all involved in the development of Twinning in Camp over the years.   Camp has shared its joy and sorrows with their sister villages in France and Spain for almost 30 years.    Mary Knightly reported on ICA,   whose main charitable beneficiary is Kerry Hospice Association.   The guild organise ongoing activities and social events  for the women of the area.   Mary Knightly also reported on The Defibrillator committee, 4 defibrillators are in place in the community –  at Smiths,  Maon Laur,  O Dwyers Retail Centre, Community Sports Field and at Ocean View Nursing Home.   Training is organised regularly for the community.

Brigid O Connor  gave the Tidy Towns report and financial statement.     “Hanging Baskets were erected at the village and The Junction Stone at Camp Junction,   garden at the railway turntable plus an Annual Camp Calendar, an Environmental Clean Up, Fence Painting  and picnic  tables and other sundry jobs in the area.   Sponsorship was acknowleged as follows – Tony Costello and Fitzgibbon Bros, all those volunteers who helped out plus the RSS and the FAS scheme also thanked,   Eoin McCarthy,  stonework and John O Connor aritistic etchings.    A special word of thanks was expressed to Gearoid O Shea who produced designs and drawings for the proposed Waiting Bus Shelter at Camp Cross and the proposed  Camp Village sign (across from The Garda Station), these projects  were not completed to date.

A question and Answer session  followed and  recommendations and suggestions made by the members of the public in attendance were recorded by  Marie Farrell, Ass. Secretary.    Séan Barry recommended that  Camp Community Council should become involved in  the “Pride of Place”  initiative.    Criticisms  were also recorded at the meeting and welcomed.    It was suggested that everybody should  encourage  people to get  involved in the Community Council and help with activities in the future.     Máiread expressed sympathy to all those who had lost loved ones in the past year.   A date for the Community Council election will be set at the next meeting of the Council,   as the current Council has completed  3  years in office.

TRIP TO OLD TRAFFORD

United We Stand –  Camp supporters of Manchester United went on their annual trip to Old Trafford last weekend and as always enjoyed it immensely.

YOGA

Yoga classes commenced on Monday last at the Old School, Camp, 6.30 – 8.00 p.m.  Its a Gentle and slow paced Yoga. Beginners welcome.    Sarah, the practitioner  is a qualified prajna Yoga Instructor.

Please call  087 1637872 for further information.

WEDDING

Congratulations to Roger Lucas, Foxrock, Dublin and Elizabeth Callanan, Thurles, Co. Tipperary who were married at The Holy Cross Abbey, Tipperary on Friday last and held their reception at The River Court Hotel, Kilkenny.   Roger who is son of Mary Lucas (nee Dunne) Knockglossbeg, Camp and Ken is coming to Camp all his life,  visiting his relatives and many friends.   Everybody enjoyed the wedding and said it was a wonderful family occasion.    Good luck to Roger and Elizabeth in their future life together !

BRENDAN BAWNIE O DRISCOLL SCHOLARSHIP

The Brendan O Driscoll Scholarship Trust was set up in remembrance of Annascaul Gaelic Footballer Brendan Bawnie O Driscoll, Curraduff, Camp who died tragically after collapsing while playing a West Kerry Championship game for his beloved Annascaul GAA club in October 2011.
The Trustees wish to thank all those who contributed to the Trust Fund and wish to announce that we are now accepting applications for the bursary of €1000 for the 2012-13 academic year.
Applications are welcome from first year third level students from the West Kerry area, applicants must be a member of one of the five clubs that make up the West Kerry Board;  Annascaul, Lispole, Castlegregory, Dingle & An Gaeltacht, and must be in the first year of a Third Level College course.Interested parties can get an application form by send an e-mail to bodtrust@gmail.com  Donations to the trust are appreciated and may also be lodged to the Brendan O Driscoll Trust account at the AIB Branch, Main Street, Dingle.

CAMP TWINNING CONCERT

Camp Town Twinning organised a lovely Christmas concert on Sunday 16^th Dec.  Almost all of the local organisations had a performance on stage on the night.  John Chambers shared MC with Bríd Ní Mhorain and Mary Uí Mhorain, who put huge effort into the  organisation of the night welcomed everybody.    Our local Seanachaí,  Seamus O Donnell told a few stories in his own inimitable way and as always he went down wonderfully  !   while his wife Sheila recited Seamus’s  own poem,  a recollection of a Camp Fair long long ago,  Jobbers making bargains and local mothers peeping in through the small window pane of Tadgh Moynihan’s hall at the Junction on Camp Fair night,   curiously observing the lovely local girls waltzing with their partners across a  shiny floor to wonderful local musicians.   Sheila did a splendid job bringing tears to the eyes of all present reminiscing on those halcyon days of youth.    Dan Dennehy,  no stranger to the boards of Camp stage had his own poem about West Kerry composed by himself and delivered with eloquence.   Young children did some figure dancing and Camp Drama Group ladies did a take on the Spice Girls while Mike O Neill and Anne Eager were in the Operating Theatre, indeed, a laugh a minute from two performers who were among the main characters  in Camp Drama’s  recent production of  “Its on, Its Off.”     Dingle’s  David Geaney world champion Irish step dancer entertained us also and the night could not be complete without a session of music from Milo O Brien, Cian and Michael O Moráin and Mike O Shea.   Adam O Donnell Ferriter and Lenny McGaley entertained us, on piano,  first time on stage for these very talented young boys.   Geraldine O Driscoll sang some lovely songs accompanied by Mike O Shea.   Hazel Evans told a Christmas story.      And there was lots more, a great night of wonderful entertainment and everybody  agreed,  there should be more,  so we all await another concert in the near future  !  We have the talent in Camp  !  Thank you to Camp Town Twinning and to Mary Uí Mhoráin, Breda and Martin Quirke organisers and all the performers on the night !   A bualadh bos díobh go léir

HANDS ACROSS THE OCEAN

Pat Briggs who lives in Alameda in San Francisco wishes to send New Year Greetings to his friends in Camp.   Pat first arrived in Ashes Pub late one night a few years ago,  he became acquainted with John Doyle and ever since Camp is his top holiday destination.   On that fateful night it was a darts night in Ashes and he joined in to play his first game ever and he enjoyed it.    Later Thomas Ashe invited him to pull a pint and for the rest of the night Pat helped Thomas serving behind the bar.

So when Pat came back last year, he headed into Ashes to enquire about John,  only to find out that John Doyle now had his own B/B,  The Junction House.   He turned up to the door to stay for one night and stayed for his entire 10 day holiday.   Pat visited all the sites in the Peninsula and around Killarney as well.    He even met the late Paidi O Shea  and loved the uniqueness of Paidi’s  pub in Ventry.      Jackie Goodwin took him out fishing in The Maharees and Paddy O Brien whom he met in The Junction Bar put him in touch with Hugh O Donnell who sold him a Sléan for cutting turf.   He duly went to Maum to try out some turf cutting !     Now he is looking for a handle for the Sléan as he failed to find one in San Francisco,  so that’s another  job for Paddy O Brien,  when Pat visits again in May.   Pat enjoyed a walk in The National Park in Killarney with the Camp Tidy Towns.   Next time round he wants to go to an Annascaul game of football as he missed out on that last time and he got friendly with the local lads and he wants to see them play.     Pat Briggs whose ancestors hailed from Kildare considers himself a real adopted Campman and when I met up with him in The Chieftain for a fine Irish breakfast,  I realised that Pat is doing his own promotion for Camp,   as inside the counter are some lovely post cards of Camp and West Kerry and the Bars and Restaurants are also up there.   Proprietor of The Chieftain is none other than Tralee woman Geraldine Nagle Murphy,  she was gone back home for the holidays so we did not meet up with her !     Pat was delighted to receive a copy of Camp Calendar 2013.    So from Pat Briggs in San Francisco, “ A Happy New Year  to all my friends in Camp “    !!!

CAMP COMMUNITY COUNCIL LTD.

The Annual General Meeting of Camp Community Council Ltd. will be held in Camp Old School on Wednesday, 9^th   January at 8.00 p.m.   Everybody welcome.

NEW YEARS GREETINGS

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

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.

ICA Camp ICA will hold their business meeting on this Wednesday, 4^th . October in The Old School, Camp.And ladies off the couch and join DJ Nat’s Dance Exercise class on Fridays  5^th  October – 9^th  November,   11.00 am,  mornings.   Cost –  E30.      More Information on any ICA business or events please contact  Secretary,  Mary Knightly –   066 7130918.

CAMP VINTAGE CLUB –  Camp Vintage Club Annual Tractor road run in aid of Kerry Hospice next Sunday 7th October starts at 11.30 a.m. at the windmill in  Blennerville  to The Junction Bar,  Camp  where complimentary soups and sandwiches  will be served.    The Tractor Run will then return to Blennerville.     Enq.  0872543896.   A Raffle was held at The Junction Bar in conjunction with Vintage day.  Drawn on Camp fair night; Winners as follows; 1st Hamper;  Gerard farrelly. 2nd. Wine;    Micheal Collins. 3rd. Wine;     Gerard Quirke. A total of 240eu was collected for Kerry Hospice which will be added to proceeds of tractor run taking place this coming Sunday. Sincere thanks to all for support

TIDY TOWNS – Camp was awarded  223 marks in The National Tidy Towns competition this year,  up 4 on last year.  Great stuff,   getting better every year and encouragement to all to keep up the good work and thanks to all the volunteers who help out and The Rural  Social Scheme and  Fás workers !!

BALLINCLARE FAIR – Ballinclare Fair, Annascaul Sheep and Horse Fair will be held on Sunday, 7th October.  Sheep Show at 1.00 p.m in Hannifins Bar.  Categories – Best Ram Lamb, Suffolk, Texel and Cheviot Ram, Yearling and Aged Ram and Best [en Scotch ewe lambs and best horse of the day.  Bouncy Castle, Sheep Shearing, Pet Show, Treasure Hunt, Mutton pies and Great Music all day long. 

HARVEST FESTIVAL – A  Ecumenical Service will be held in The Church of Ireland, Camp on Sunday, 7th. october at 3.00 p.m.     Afterwards, refreshments will be served  at The Old School, Upper Camp.  All welcome.

ECUMENICAL RETREAT WALK – A Ecumenical Retreat Walk will be held on Sunday, 14th. October starting at Upper Camp at 2.30 p.m. to Killelton Oratory and along the beach to Kilgobbin Church and return to Upper Camp around 5.00 p.m for light refreshments.  All welcome.

AUGHACASLA NATIONAL SCHOOL – Would you like to help Win €500 for Aughacasla National School.  Aughacasla National School are taking part in the Cash4Schools Competition. The school needs to collect the Mighty Mikey Milk mascot which is on all Lee Strand Milk products.  Please send the tokens to the school. Your support is greatly appreciated. Competition closes in December.

CD LAUNCH – Noreen Ashe’s  CD Launch will be held at The Ballygarry House Hotel, Tralee on Friday, 12^th October. There is a wonderful lineup of top class support artists in the world of entertainment  on the Kerry music scene  performing with Noreen on the night.   Among them is Noreen’s  brother Johnny Ashe,  PJ Murihy,  Dermot Moriarty,  Mike Condon,   Eddie Lee and Danny and Mary O Leary.    The CD entitled Waltzing Thro Ireland  has a beautiful selection of songs,    all from Noreen’s own repertoire.    It is the perfect Christmas gift for anyone with a love of Irish music at home or abroad.   Noreen, a native of Keel Castlemaine,  now residing with her husband James  Finn and son at Lougher, Annascaul has had an earlier success  on Utube with her song  “Just Loving You.”     Friday 12^th October is  a night not to be missed !        A bus will travel from Dingle to Tralee,  Leaving Dingle at 8.00 p.m.  on the night –   Only E5.00.    The bus must be prebooked,    please call 087 2673840 to secure a seat.