Mizen Rovers v Iveleary U13 Rebel Og West League Final - This Sunday @ 3pm in Drimoleague
A big weekend ahead for the Mizen Rovers club with the U13 footballers contesting the Rebel Og West
League Final on this Sunday Oct 12th.The game will be played at the Drimoleague venue with a throw in
time of 3pm.The Mizen lads will go into this game as favourites having gone unbeaten in the league
throughout the season, but Iveleary from the Inchigeelagh area will provide tough opposition on the day.
The Black and Amber supporters should be smiling at the final whistle though, because most of these fellas
were part of the all conquering U12 team from last season, plus a few more good lads coming up through
the ranks. The Club would ask you to make every effort to make the journey east on Sunday to support
these young lads in their quest for victory. Connie PRO
Goleen Table Tennis News Performances are often judged by results and titles won, however this would
only tell half the story in the case of last weekend. Goleen players, Mair & James Kelly, travelled to the
Cardiff Open, a Welsh National Ranking event, as part of their development programme in order to gain
international experience. The goal was only to take part and get a chance to compete against new players
to develop their tactical knowledge. However, James delivered a stunning blow and raised his personal bar
in his very first match when he swept aside the Welsh No.3 with some ease. His relaxed approach brought
out some of his best play ever and he recorded another major victory when he defeated the Welsh No.2 in
the semi final. The U15 Final was a spectacular match with both players executing some very classy play.
James lost eventually, losing out on the title, but the manner in which he played was only a portent of what
was to come. Meanwhile Mair, who can be overshadowed by her brother, was also in fighting mood
defeating the Welsh No.4 U18 in the group stages and setting herself up for a semi final place against the
Welsh No.2. Surprising herself, she found herself dominating her Welsh opponent, attacking from both
wings to stunning effect. The Welsh girl had no answer to Mair’s constant attacking play and was swept
aside before a stunned Welsh crowd. Her opponent in the Final was Welsh No.1 and Senior International
Beth Roberts, a player with a formidable reputation. You could have heard a pin drop as Mair took the first
two sets. Roberts tried everything to counter Mair’s speed and pace and gradually started to pull back, but it
was a toe to toe battle with each player having to draw on all their skill and ability. Roberts did manage to
pull back and to take the final set, but every point was a fight. Was Mair disappointed to lose the title? It’s
hard to be disappointed when you’ve played your very best and given your all. On one of the other tables
James was drawing applause from the partisan crowd in his semi final encounter. He had already beaten 2
of the Welsh Top 10 to make it this far and he was again up against the Welsh No.1 and Senior
International Ryan Oyler. Ryan took the first 2 sets, but it was surprisingly difficult for the Welshman to
dominate his opponent and, in the 3rd set, James came out like a champion. Before he could even catch
his breath Oyler found himself 5-1 down and struggling. The backhand James played to go 6-2 up was one
of the most amazing shots I have seen in 30 years of coaching and drew a gasp from the crowd. He won
the set 11-5, but lost the final set 11-8. Disappointed? The grin on his face went from ear to ear! Two 2nd
places and a 3rd, not bad from two of Goleen’s best! The crowning moment was the compliments received
by both players from a number of Welsh coaches, on not just their outstanding play, but on their
sportsmanship and their display of pure joy in just playing the game. Owen Kelly
Events Calendar—inclusion free. All items to be in by Tues evening Email [email protected]
Oct 09 Bingo in Goleen Parish Hall at 9pm. All welcome.
Oct 09 Blood Donor Clinic at the Maritime Hotel, Bantry 3-5pm & 7-9pm
Oct 10 GAA Weekly 35 Card Drive in The Lobster Pot Jackpot €1240
Oct 11 GDCC LOTTO Draw–O’Sullivan’s Jackpot €2050
Oct 12 Mizen Rovers v Iveleary U13 Rebel Og West League Final - Drimoleague 3pm throw in
Oct 12 Backstage Academy of Performing Arts in Schull Parish Hall 12 - 2pm 091 590 706
Oct 13 The West Cork Tourism Assembly 7pm in the West Cork Hotel Skibbereen.
Oct 15 Cancer Survivors Meeting Wed 2-3:30pm at The Maritime Hotel, Bantry
Oct 17 - 19 Ballydehob Art & Culture Weekend See programme on www.ballydehobculture.rocks
Oct 18 Quiz Night in aid of Schull 6th Year Debs O'Regan’s Bar, Schull at 7pm
Oct 19 ABC (Action Breast Cancer) Walk in Schull at 2.00pm. Register in Hegarty’s Centra
Oct 26 ICA Annual Cake Sale and Raffle in Fastnet Bar at 12.30 pm
Oct 26 Bingo in aid of Schull Regatta at 3pm in Schull Parish Hall
Dec 07 Goleen Christmas Fair
Weekly Events, Attractions and Important Contacts in the Locality
GOLEEN & DISTRICT COMMUNITY SOCIAL CENTRE—Every Monday from 11am-4pm Lunch 1pm (except Bank Holiday
Mondays will be the following day- Tuesday). BOOK Meals by 11am the previous Saturday
Contact: Maureen O’Callaghan 086-3300262
Morning Outdoor Fitness after school drop off. 09.30 - 10.30. Meet Schull tennis courts. Contact 086 2404709
GOLEEN COMMUNITY PLAYGROUP Open Mon-Fri for preschool. Free ECCE places available. Call 028-35927 to for details.
Goleen Afterschool Club: Mondays Cooking; Tuesdays Cooking; Wednesdays Irish Dancing; Thursdays Art and Crafts.
Contact 028-35927 to book
Mizen Rovers U10 Training Mondays at Goleen Community Centre 6-7pm.
Boxercise fitness Mondays 8-9pm Schull Village Hall. All ages. Gaisce participants welcome. 086 2404709
Schull Junior Running Group Tuesdays 3.30 - 4.30pm Meet by Schull tennis courts. Age 7 upwards. Contact 086 2404709
Set Dancing Classes—Tuesdays in Schull Parish Hall 8.30-10.30pm. All Welcome. Contact Linda on 085 2444706.
Schull Parent & Toddler Group every Wednesday morning 10-12 in Parish Hall next to the Church. All welcome. €3 per Family.
Salsa Dancing every Wed night at 8.30pm in Newmans, Schull. Everyone Welcome.
Acapellabella Community Choir meets upstairs at Rosies, Ballydehob Thursdays at 8pm phone Caz on 083-1425599 Starting again
soon.
Foróige every Friday evening 8.30 to 10.30 in the Community Centre
Schull Tidy Towns—Litter Picking and Clean Up on Saturdays at 11am. Turn up and tell us what areas to tidy. Meet at Pier Road Car
Park—gloves and bags provided.
Goleen First Responder/ Defibrillator Group Number 083-1466605
Coast Guard 112 or 999
Garda Emergency Number 027-20860
MIZEN MEDICAL PRACTICE Phone number for all enquiries (028) 28311
Goleen Community Centre—Contact 086-2725506 to rent the Centre.
AIB Mobile Community Bank: Times: Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays—Ballydehob—Arrival Time 9.30am Departure Time
10.30am. Schull—Arrival Time 10.45am–12.30pm 1.30pm-3.30pm. ATM in Schull outside Brosnan’s Eurospar.
Bus Time Tables: Goleen—Cork Monday—Saturday 7.50am & 17.30pm; Sunday 16.15pm Cork–Schull: Monday—Saturday
9.30am & 11.50am; Cork—Goleen Monday—Saturday 13.00pm Change at Skibbereen 16.30pm; Sunday 11.30am;
Mizen Head Signal Station Open Daily 10.30am-5.00pm www.mizenhead.ie 028-35115/35225
Mizen Information & e-Centre, Main Street, Goleen . Information, coffee, snacks, gift shop, toilets, hot desks., wifi. Open
daily 10.30am– 5pm 028-35000
To Book Your Adverts—email [email protected] for rates All news Items & Adverts must be sent in by Tues evening to guarantee inclusion in newsletter.
GDCC does not take responsibility for articles and opinions published. Newsletter Editors: Contact Sue 028-35225/ Michael [email protected] Website:
www.goleen.info
The Heron’s Cove Restaurant and B&B
Goleen Harbour www.heronscove.com
Open Every Night from 7pm.
Call to book a table 028-35225
Mizen Information and e-Centre
Open 10.30-5 daily through October
Coffee, Gifts, Wifi, Office Services, Hot Desks.
www.emizen.ie 028-35000 [email protected]
Goleen & District Community Council Private LOTTO Draw
Numbers: 2, 3, 23 ; €40: Liz Flatman; €20 Each: Peter Constance, Anne Coughlan,
Mary Hayes; Seller’s Prize: T. Jermyn
This Week’s Venue: O’Sullivan’s LOTTO JACKPOT: € 2050
If You’re not in, You can’t win! Buy your tickets for a chance! All monies made from the LOTTO go back into the
Community through Community Projects throughout the village and surrounding areas..
Mass Times: Saturday: Lowertown: —8pm; Sundays: Ballydehob—9.30am; Schull: 10.30am; Goleen:
12.00 noon. Church of Ireland Services: Sunday- Schull 10am. Altar Church, Toormore: 11.30am. Saint
Matthias, Ballydehob: 11.30am.
Goleen Community Charity Shop: Open Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 11.00am -2.00pm. Thurs 11am-1pm.
CLOSED TUES & SUN.
Newsletter Notice: Send any items or adverts to this email address ONLY [email protected] by
Tuesday evening, otherwise it may not be included in the newsletter.
Christmas Fair 2014 We are now taking bookings for stands at our Christmas Fair in Goleen Community
Centre, which takes place this year on Sunday December 7th. This is one of West Cork’s biggest indoor
fairs and it is advisable to book early if you want to avoid disappointment. You can arrange your booking by
contacting Caroline; email [email protected] or phone/text 086 259 3877 or through any of the Goleen
& District Community Councillors.
Congratulations to Brendan Sheehan, Carrigacat, Goleen who received 2nd Prize in the Show and Sale at
Skibbereen Mart on Friday 3rd October. This is Brendan's 4th consecutive win at these sales. "Well Done
Brendan".
Best Wishes Here's wishing Mary Murphy, Sea View Terrace and Finnian McCarthy, Main Street, Schull all
the best in the special Olympics on Saturday 18 October in Limerick.
Birthday Congratulations to Florence Newman, Schull, who celebrated her 50th birthday recently
Wedding Congratulations to Kieran O’Callaghan & Catherine O’Mahony, Schull, who were married
recently. Wishing them both many happy years together.
A 70th wedding anniversary is a rare event indeed! So special congratulations are due to Paddy & Mary
Brosnan, Kerry (parents of Tom Brosnan, Schull)
Award Congratulations to Michael Kingston, Goleen, nephew of Jim & Mary O’Meara and Norma
Sheehan, on his success in the prestigious Lloyd’s List Global Awards. He was awarded Maritime Lawyer of
the Year 2014 in London last week. He dedicated his award to his father, Tim Kingston, who lost his life in
the Whiddy Island disaster in 1979.
BARNETTS OF SCHULL Serving the Mizen Peninsula since 1948
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TEL: 028-28286
Warm Winter Jackets Red & Navy • Full Zipped Portwest Fleeces €25
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GOLEEN & DISTRICT COMMUNITY COUNCIL NEWSLETTER
SERVING THE MIZEN PENINSULA
VOL: 7 WEEK 41 OCT 09 2014 Published every Thursday.
TOP AWARD FOR GOLEEN MAN IN UK A high-flying Irish lawyer was named global
maritime lawyer of the year has dedicated the award to his father who lost his life in
the Whiddy Island disaster. Michael Kingston from Goleen, a partner in the UK-based
DWF law firm, paid an emotional tribute to his father, Tim, as he accepted one of the
top awards in the prestigious Lloyd’s List Global Awards. His father was among
seven local men who died in the Whiddy disaster. Michael, who studied history and
politics in UCD, embarked on his legal studies in BPP law school in London after
reading the tribunal report into the Whiddy disaster in UCD. He has almost 13 years’
experience in the maritime legal world, and joined DWF two years ago. He is a
leading figure in the firm’s marine and energy sector, and comments regularly on
cutting-edge marine issues, including international pollution, regulatory reviews, and
renewable energy. He was heavily involved in examining regulatory reviews, and
health and safety issues, following the 2010 Macondo oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico
when the Deepwater Horizon oil rig exploded and sank, with the loss of 11 lives. He
was involved in regulatory reviews after the Costa Concordia tragedy. But his work
since 2012 as legal advisor on the Draft Polar Code to govern global shipping
operations in the Arctic and Antarctic played a key role in him landing the Global
award. As part of his work on that mammoth project, he was invited last August by
the US Navy and Nasa to work with them on a project, which uses satellites to
reduce risk and improve safer navigation in Polar waters. The Lloyd’s List judging
panel said Michael stood out as someone, who had contributed important work to an
increasingly important area of regulation for shipping. His work on risk, opportunity
and best practice in the polar regions has helped force these issues to the forefront of
the industry and governmental agenda; they said. “His activity around the
international safety regulations in the Arctic has helped produce an ice regime being
considered for the Polar Code that will define maritime activity in this environmentally
sensitive region,” the judges said. Michael also dedicated the award to the
indigenous communities of the Arctic and to all seafarers, who lost their lives in tragic
circumstances, and their families. Michael will travel to Russia next week to
moderate negotiations between the captains of Russian and Baltic-based oceangoing tankers. Well done, Michael. MC GDCC
Goleen ICA Prestigious ICA National Awards have been won by two Goleen ICA Members. Mairead Ní
Mhuirí for reporting (2nd place) and Catherine O’Driscoll for photography (Highly commended). Well done
girls, we’re very proud of you.
We would also like to announce that our Annual Cake Sale and Raffle will be held on 26th October at
12.30 pm. in the Fastnet Bar. Do come early to secure the best home baking in town and a chance to
win one (or more) of the many generous prizes. (Mary O'Meara PRO)
Let’s Walk with Centra for the Irish Cancer Society’s Action Breast Cancer It is that time of year again,
the ABC (Action Breast Cancer) walk, organised by Centra will take place in Schull on Sunday 19th
October at 2.00pm .The walk starts at Hegarty's Centra on Main Street; the route is the Colla Ring, approx
5km. Sponsorship cards available at Centra. Refreshments will be provided in the Parish Hall after the walk.
Anne Hegarty
Goleen GAA The GAA's County Board Draw for September/October will take place on Thursday October
30th. Members should have received information in the post over the last week. Money must be paid by
Friday 17th. Contact either Liz Barry (086 2551586) or Bob O'Leary (087 9685344) to pay. Seán Sheehan,
PRO.
SCHULL REGATTA Well, now that the Regatta is truly over it's still spoken about by many, especially by
the committee, Grainne Wilson, Florence Newman, Susan Shields and Ellen Logan. Yes, we've had a few
meetings and we have started the plans for next year’s Regatta on Sat 8th & Sun 9th August 2015. But this
isn't possible without your help, so we have our first fundraiser, Bingo, on Sun October 26th at 3pm in
Schull Parish Hall. So put the date in the diary for a chance to win and to have some fun. Our big fundraiser
has also been launched, buy a square for €5 to be in with a chance to win two nights bed and breakfast for
two in the Gleneagle Hotel in Killarney on Dec 30th & 31st and tickets to Nathan Carter on Dec 31st . You
can purchase your square at Ellen's Restaurant. Remember, your support guarantees a successful
Regatta. So please come and support us. Thank you Ellen Logan PRO
MIZEN ROVERS - 120 CLUB DRAW LAST word on the 120 club draw for this year as we say THANK
YOU once more to all who were in the drum. Most came back out with their money and some with a lot
more. This is an important fundraiser for the Club to help in providing the best coaching, best equipment
and best facilities for our young members, to ensure they continue to play our traditional games in their
home Parish. Thank You again. The following is the full list of winners Timmy (Pete) Sheehan, Nuala
Hodnett, Deirdre O'Leary, Mary Sheehan Carrigacat, John Ryan Bandon, Michael Supple Coosheen, Brian
O'Sullivan, Patrick & Geraldine Downey, Kevin Kennedy, Denny Cullinane, Florrie & Phil O'Mahony, Noel
Maguire, O.L. Accessories & Fittings, Bernard O'Leary, Timmy Barnett, Kieran O'Driscoll, Margaret
McCarthy Schull, Donal & Rowena Sheehan, Michelle, Marie & Tadgh Murnane, Seanie O'Leary, Mary
Sheehan Letter, Matthew Sheehan, Tommy Jermyn, Martin & Joanne O'Driscoll, Kathleen Downey, Bob
O'Leary and Lynn & Gavin McCarthy. Connie PRO
Sixth Year Students of Schull Community College are holding a fundraising table quiz in aid of their
Debs. €5 per person and 4/5 people per team. Venue is O'Regan’s Bar, Schull on Saturday 18th
October 7.00 p.m. All are welcome and a great night is guaranteed with prizes on the night.
CANCER SURVIVORS MEETING in The Maritime Hotel, Bantry on Wednesday 15 October 2014 from 2 3:30 pm. The Purpose is to discuss the creation of a cancer self-help group of, by and for West Cork
survivors. The facilitator, Bridin Ashe, is a Community Worker for HSE Cork South. This event is free of
charge. For more information phone Anna 087-989-2150 or email [email protected]
Historic Global achievement for local lad We have a rare opportunity to share with many Globally
recognised Internationals too congratulate Michael Kingston (Goleen) in becoming the first (Irish) Goleen
man to win the prestigious Maritime Lawyer of the Year, Lloyds List Awards (against stiff competition of the
final six teams) in London on Tue 30th September 2014 for his outstanding contribution to improvement
of Maritime Safety Regulations around the world see it here https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=tCZoELLby9c plus additional video on> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9besYay_rx8
Michael Love 086 307 6375
The Ballydehob Art & Culture Weekend taking place from Fri Oct 17 to Sun Oct 19, is an entirely
volunteer run event created by the community for the community. The purpose of this Culture event is to
give artists and performers the opportunity to showcase the incredible talent in this area for the benefit of
the whole community. All participants, whether experienced or starting out have equal billing and everyone
is free to participate. Everyone is an artist. The Ballydehob Art & Culture Weekend is a particularly special
event. This festival is entirely volunteer run. We hope you enjoy it as much as we will.' Liz Curry
Backstage Academy of Performing Arts Schull - Backstage, nationally recognised for its performing arts
work with young people for the past fifteen years opens a branch at Schull Parish Hall beginning on
Sunday 12th Oct. 7-18 year olds 12pm-2pm. The Academy will run every Sunday and during the weekly
sessions, students, grouped by age, will undertake workshops in a variety of subjects ranging from Drama,
Street/Hip-Hop Dance and Mime to Stand-Up Comedy, Musical Theatre and Performance. Fees are €15
per weekly two hour session, paid weekly. Backstage staff are a unique combination of teacher and
professional involved in the business. They are all vetted for working with young people and carry a Garda
Clearance Certificate. The workshops also encourage self-confidence and communication skills. Places in
each age group are strictly limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. For further
enquiries, information and application form call Backstage 091-590706 or email
[email protected]
The West Cork Tourism Assembly is taking place next Monday Oct 13th at 7pm in the West Cork Hotel
Skibbereen. Event Details: The success of the Wild Atlantic Way in 2014 led to an increase of overall
tourism numbers by more than 10%. This initiative will be officially marketed in 2015 and is a ten-year
project. In order to be prepared for the incoming tourist season in 2015 a collaborative approach is needed
to promote West Cork as a progressive tourist destination. Who is this assembly for? Accommodation
providers, heritage groups, restaurateurs and bar owners, activity tourism providers festival organisers,
those with an interest in food tourism, those involved in tourism services or promotion & persons with a
general interest in tourism development for West Cork. If you have not registered already (or would like
more info) there is still time to do so by going to http://www.eventbrite.com/e/west-cork-tourism-assemblytickets-13283696895?aff=es2&rank=1 If you would prefer not to buy tickets online you can call/text (086)
0839550 to reserve your place. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me and I hope
to see you at the event. Gráinne Dwyer, Assembly Organiser
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ALLYDEHOB ART & CULTURE WEEKEND is a new and exciting happening
where budding and seasoned participants share their talents with the whole community. Come and enjoy a colourful palette of visual, literary and performance art,
exhibitions and a broad range of multi-disciplinary workshops in different venues
around the village. Involving young adults upwards, it’s going to be fun, informative and entertaining. Canvas, Photography, Sculpture, Prehistoric ock rt, Film, Comedy, Stone of the 7
Rings, Poetry, Dance performances, Storytelling, Live Music, Exhibitions, Puppetry,
Historical Village Walk, Workshops, Stage Plays, Music in Film, Screenwriting, Art History.
Visit www.ballydehobculture.rocks for a full programme of events.
Look in Events and Exhibitions for the programme and timetable. Liz Curry Programme Co-ordinator