COMMUNITY GAMES: There were some excellent displays by Bennekerry/Tinryland competitors at the 2nd weekend of the National Community Games Finals in Athlone IT Co. Westmeath last weekend.

Special mention must go to Marcus Lawlor (Boys Under 16 100m) and his sister Grace (Girls Under 14 100m) who Gold Medals in their respective sprint finals in fine style on Sunday last and are surely following in the footsteps of their mother former international sprinter Patricia .

It was an excellent weekend for Marcus who also helped the Bennekerry/Tinryland Boys Under 16 Relay team which also included Gavin Curran, Cian Lawlor, Conor O'Brien, Shane Webb and Adam Murphy to Gold medals ahead of Enniscorthy and Westport in their final.

Grace Lawlor also anchored the Girls Under 14 Relay team to bronze medals behind winners Donegal and Horeswood of Wexford in their final. Roisin Byrne, Ashleigh Farrell and Sarah Farrell also starred as members of this relay team.

There was also a very good performance by Robert Crowley who secured a magnificent silver medal in the Boys Under 12 600m event behind winner Adam Donoghue of Castleisland.

TENNIS CLUB

The Tidy Towns group and The Tennis Club trustees are working in partnership to develop the Tennis Club grounds (2.125 acres) as a community amenity area. The area is in a derelict condition at present, and improving it would greatly enhance the appearance of the village, and also provide a welcome recreation area for all.

It is hoped to include the following: Resurface the tennis courts, Create an astro - turf pitch Construct a playground for children, Design an amenity/walking area for seniors. This is phase 1 of this ambitious project which will require some serious funding, so it is hoped that all parishioners will offer their support and encouragement.

USE OF PARISH HALL

Because of the large numbers of groups who wish to use the Parish Hall it is essential that people reserve their nights in advance. Bookings are written in a diary so double bookings can be avoided.

For bookings please contact any of the following: Brendan on 086 1988894; Paddy on 086 8671078; John on 087 7798964.

MONTESSORI

As well as providing free full-time places for pre-school children through the ECCE scheme, Suantrai Montessori School in Tinryland runs affordable 6 hour mini sessions (2 hours, 3 days per week).

These sessions are designed with young pre-schoolers in mind who do not yet qualify for a free childcare place, but who would like an introduction to the Montessori system. It is priced at 8.50 per session. For further information please contact Frances Byrne Tel: 0879079331 (Photo of group included)

TIME FOR ME

Time for me? County Carlow Women's Network have organised a Time for me course which will take place in Tinryland Parish Centre (beside the church) starting Tues 7th September, from 8 pm to 10 pm, the course will run for 6 Tuesday nights. Topics include Holistic Health, Gardening and Card making. Cost of course ?20. To book your place on the course contact Catherine Delaney at 059 9143696 or 086 3757137.

CRISP COURSES

Intermediate Computers - (prepares you for ECDL) a 6 week course €90, starts Tuesday 7th September at 10am.

Internet & E-Mail – ( learn how to surf the net & set up your own E-Mail address ). 3 week course €45 starts Tuesday 7th September at 7pm.

Digital Photography for beginners - Enjoy the 8 week experience of learning how to take portrait shots, macro shots, lighting, field trip and much more. €95 – starts Wednesday 8th September at 2pm.

ECDL ( European Computer Driving Licence)-18 week course starts Thursday 9th September at 7pm. Contact 0599143972 to enrol.

ROUNDERS BLITZ

A Mixed Rounders Blitz will take place on the Eire Og GAA Pitch on Saturday 4th September at 1.00pm. There will be six teams battling out for the Saplings Challenge Trophy. Also there will be an exhibition American Softball Game by two Dublin based teams. It should be a great day of sport. All are welcome, Adults/teenagers €3, children are free. Light refreshments served. Proceeds go to the Saplings School for Children with Autism.

UNSLIM CLASSES

New unislim weight loss classes start on Friday at The Talbot Hotel, Carlow Class times are 8am, 9.45am, 1pm, 6pm & 7pm. All are welcome.

LADIES FOOTBALL TEAM

It is hoped to set up a new ladies football team in Milford, anyone interested in playing ladies football for Milford please contact Michelle 0857296453, as soon as possible.

IRISH DANCING CLASSES

Adeline Dargan School of Irish Dancing: Registration: 7th Sept Tintean Centre Pollerton Carlow 5pm. 8th Sept St.Fiaccs Hall Graiguecullen Carlow 5pm. 9th Sept New Oak Community Centre Carlow 5pm.

All Classes start back the following week. Contact Adeline on 0857259865 or 0599134262.