Hopefully, all local clubs and organ-isations will turn out in force to support the event and all those from surrounding towns and villages are welcome to take part as well or come along and see the spectacular array of floats and other attractions of the parade. This year there will be a vintage section to the parade which will include old forms of transport such as cars, bikes, pony and traps etc. as well as vintage machinery such as old tractors. The parade which is one of the highlights of the year for Rosenallis Parish, provides a great opportunity for clubs organisations local business, groups etc to publicise their activities and products.

Individuals are also welcome to enter. All in fact are welcome to participate. With no entry fee and some great prizes on offer plus entertainment and refreshments and some mighty craic going on in the Ramblers Rest later in the evening this would make a great day out for all age groups.

Any locals who would like to get involved with the organisation of the parade are welcome to attend the meetings which take place each Saturday evening in the Ramblers Rest after 8pm Mass. All new ideas and suggestions to enhance the parade will be very welcome.

The committee extends thanks to all those who supported the recent church gate collection in aid of the local St Patrick’s Day parade. Thanks also to those who braved the cold to make the collection

HOME START: If you have time on your hands and would like to take up some voluntary work Homestart may be of great interest to you. Homestart is a voluntary organisation which offers support and friendship to families with young children. If you are interested in becoming involved please contact Patricia ReMcLaughlin at 086 8062370 or call to the office at Mary’s Youth Centre, Tullamore between 10am and noon, Monday to Friday, for more details. FAMILY DAY: The Parents’ Council of Mountmellick Community School and the committee of the sports centre are holding a ‘Family Day’ and a fundraising auction on Sunday, March 16. Any Rosenallis parents of students at the school or business people who would like contribute to the event by advertising or donating a product are asked to phone the principal at (0502) 24220.

PRESENTATION NIGHT FOR R&C GAELS: The girls of Rosenallis and Clonaslee Gaels turned out in force for their Presentation evening which took place on Sunday, February 23, in Clonaslee Community Centre. The large gathering was addressed by Ladies Laois Star player Mary Kirwin. Presenting the awards Mary wished the club best wishes for a successful future. Nine awards were presented and were as follows:

U/12 Player of the Year Siobhan Conroy; u/14 Player of the year Ruth Conroy; u/16 Player of the Year Grainne Fenlon; Minor Player of the Year Anne Flanagan; Junior Player of the Year Brenda Conroy; Most Improved Player Mary Feighery; Club Helper of the Year Leanne Doolan; Club Person of the Year Eileen Conroy and Kelly Doolan; Player of the Year Aine Gorman.

The members also presented trainers Danny McRedmond, Eugene and Annette Doolan with a gift for their continuous hard work, dedication and commitment to the club. A big thanks goes to all who made the evening so successful. The evening ended with light refreshments and some social craic.

SET DANCING: Classes continue in St Mary’s Hall, Clonaghadoo, each Wednesday at 8.30pm. Instruction is given by Maureen Culliton and all are welcome to come along. The set dancing is a great nights fun and also a good way to keep fit during the winter months. Several people are attending from Rosenallis so a lift will be available for those without transport. All welcome men and women.

DAFFODIL DAY: The Irish Cancer Society’s Daffodil Day will take place countrywide on Friday, March 21. Over the past eight years the fund raisers has been a huge success with millions raised to help provide care for the terminally ill. Last year 2.7 million was raised. The fundraiser is now one of Irelands most successful campaigns of funding with all age groups and professions getting involved. Over 500 volunteers from across the country organise Daffodil Day in the area collecting a selling daffodils.

This year it is hoped to raise over 2.7 million to help finance training facilities for specialist nursing for the terminally ill from cancer. If anyone in the Rosenallis area would like to get involved in the fund raising campaign they can contact a local organ-iser, phone the Irish Cancer Society at 1 850 606060 or email reception@irishcancr.ie

SLIEVE BLOOM RURAL DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION: The above association has run a series of fund raising Table Quizzes over recent weeks. The one held recently in Rosenallis was a great success and the organisers extend thanks to all those who took part and gave private donations. Also thanks to quizmaster Pat McRedmond.

The quiz held in Camross on Friday, February 21, was also a success with plenty of support from around the Slieve Blooms. Congratulations to Brian Healion and his team from Rosenallis who won first place at this quiz.

WHEEL OF FORTUNE: The weekly Wheel of Fortune event continues in the Ramblers Rest each Saturday night. The game is great fun with loads of prizes on offer. The night also includes great music and other entertainment.

PARISH FUNDRAISER: The parish fundraiser Rosotto continues in the community centre each Monday night. There was no winner of the jackpot which stood at 6000 last week. Winning numbers were: 12, 7, 9, 2.

The five winners of E40 each were: Philip and Bernie Lynch, Rosenallis; Anthony Lynch, Maclone; Milo Poole, Rosenallis; Peg Byrne, Rosenallis; Lil Murray, Derry. Promoter to win E40 each were:. : Mrs. Kane, Sheila Conroy, Mai Poole, Niall McEvoy, Mick Clear

Profits from the fundraiser are divided between the Parish Council and local clubs each year. Tickets at 2 are available from promoters and local shops. There are weekly prizes for promoters and anyone who would like to get involved can contact secretary Liam Young or assistant secretary Shiela Conroy.

CARERS ASSOCIATION: A home care assistance service is available to those looking after a loved one or member of the family seriously ill or housebound. The service is free of charge and provides the carer with a welcome break. For further details contact Mary Redmond at (0502) 61112

LOURDES PILGRIMAGE: Names and deposits of 100 (total cost 595) are now being taken for the Mountmellick pilgrimage to Lourdes from Saturday, July 26 to Thursday, July 31. Please contact Mrs. A Hanlon (24192) or J.J. McEvoy )0506 43887).

IRISH DANCING: Traditional Irish dancing is being taught in the Green School by Theresa Dunne each Thursday at 6.30pm. The classes are good fun and boys and girls of all age groups are welcome

COMPUTER CLASSES: Computer courses which include Beginners, Intermediate, Digital Camera and other specialised courses are now under way at Clonaslee Vocational School taking place each Wednesday at 7.30pm. There may still be places available on some of the courses. For details and places available phone 48044.

PTAA: The monthly meeting of the Mid Leinster Council took place in the Fr. Shortall Room, Clonaslee on Wednesday, February 19. There was a good attendance of members who enjoyed an interesting talk given by Spiritual Director Fr. James Gahan, PP.

A large number are expected to participate in the PTAA table quiz in St Paul’s, Borris Road, Portlaoise on March 2 beginning at 2pm. Teams will include u/13; u/16; u/25; senior and super brain. Cost per table: U/13 and u/16 10; u/25 and senior 20. All contestants to be in by 1.30pm.

It was proposed to mark Temperance Sunday (March 2) by each centre putting its banner on dis-play in their local Parish Church.

The next meeting is scheduled for Ballyroan on April 2 at 8.30pm.

SLIEVE BLOOM ASSOCIATION: The association’s second annual social evening took place on February 24 in the Hazel Hotel, Monasterevin. The night which included and dinner and dance was enjoyed by a large gathering. The organisers extend thanks to all those who turned out to make the night so successful and also the management and staff of the Hazel Hotel for the delightful meal and wonderful service.

The next meeting of the Association will take place in Clonaslee Heritage Centre on March 18. Anyone who would like to get involved in the activities of the association are welcome to come along to the meeting.

LAOIS HOSPICE WALKS: The organisers of the Hospice walks which took place on St Stephen’s Day in the Slieve Blooms above Clonaslee would again like to thank the huge number of people who turned out to participate and to all sponsors and those who worked so hard to make it such a success.

As the organisers are striving to reach a final total in order to present the funds raised to the Hospice. Although most people have handed back their sponsorships and funds raised there are still a few outstanding. This is just a reminder to all those who may still have sponsorship cards and funds to return them as soon as possible to any of the follow-ing-Noel Foynes, Mary Lynch, Michael Dunne.

SOCCER: Rosenallis continue their winning ways with a well played game against Parkview in the OWL league. Playing away Rosenallis fell behind after thirty minutes of the first half when Parkview scored. Rosenallis fought back and with some great play scored the equaliser before the break when Conal Brennan hit a rebound off the bar after a David Connolly try. The second half saw Rosenallis pulling away when a Sean McKane free kick was passed to David Connelly who headed it on to Conal Brennan to get his second score of the game. Parkview fought back and piled on the pressure creating some tense moments as the supporters cheered their sides on.

There were roars from the crowd as Parkview equalised. It was Rosenallis who managed to score the winning goal after a great effort by Damien Gorman to send the ball to the back of the net. This was a great team effort by the Rosenallis lads, all of whom played well. Those to shine were Seam McKane, Damien Gorman, Mark Graham, David Connolly and Conal Brennan. Team: Ronan Culleton, Sean McKane, Mark Graham, Michael McEvoy, John Dowling, David Connolly, John Hughes, Damien Gorman, Robbie Malone, Conal Brennan and Richie McEvoy. Subs: Paddy Dunne and Com Walsh.

 

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