A friendly reminder: Our first, “Irish tea party “will take place this coming Saturday 11th of October at 8pm, A great night is promised with friends, family, and neighbours, in Streete Parish Community Centre. Booking is essential, tables will be dressed in a cloth, milk, sugar, cutlery, napkins and if you’re lucky, flowers too, tea and coffee will be supplied. you are welcome to bring along your own China sets as we are limited to fancy stuff in the park. So, the freedom of dressing your own table is as you wish, please feel free to invite guests. €10 per person, rules are, everyone brings a dish of their choice, background music only this year so no loud band, any questions please don’t hesitate to reach out and we look forward to seeing you all for a fun community gathering in Streete Community centre For more info call Denise 087 97958564 or Kevin 087 1375222
Holistic Fair: There was a wonderful turnout at last Sunday’s Holistic Fair, and it was fantastic to see just how many local services we have right here in our community. It’s clear that more and more people are realising that conventional medicine is not the only path to wellbeing. The holistic approach to health nurturing mind, body, and soul gave visitors a real opportunity to connect with professional practitioners in their chosen fields. A special word of thanks goes to Denise Tighe, whose dedication and hard work were key to making the event such a success. Sincere thanks also to everyone who helped out in any way or sponsored prizes for the day. We look forward to adding this event to our annual community calendar and seeing it grow year after year.
Coolamber ICA guild: The Irish Countrywomen’s Association. The ICA ladies meet up on the first Tuesday of every month in Streete Parish Park at 7 Pm, new members are always welcome to attend and become part of a welcoming and fun organisation which offers support, friendship, personal development, education, and lifelong learning. art crafts cooking, etc. or just want to meet new people. Drop in or call Sinead butler on 0879968138.
Halloween kids party: Lisryan tidy towns annual Halloween party will take place in Murphy’s Crossroads Inn Lisryan on Monday 27th October, Carved pumpkin competition with a secret judge. You and drop your Carved Pumpkin off at the pub between 3-5 for judging. Open to all ages Can't wait to see you all there.
2nd Annual Heaney Boy Pool Tournament: Takes place in the ’98 Bar, Ballinamuck on Sunday 26th October 2025. Registration starts at 2:30pm and draw is @ 3pm. €20 for adults & €10 for Juniors (13 & Under). Two tournament tables. Due to last year’s numbers, this year’s numbers are limited so 1st come 1st served plus waiting list. Heaney Boy trophy & prize money for winners. Raffle on the night, Crepe & Coffee trailer, Pizza and snacks provided. All monies raised, again this year, go to the brilliant charity - The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust. For registration text (087) 1252240
Hand Self Defence Course: My nameIs Thomas Farrer; I'm thrilled to be organising a Women's Self-Defence course right here in Streete Parish Park. This won't be just about learning blocks and strikes; it's about building awareness, assertiveness, practical skills, and confidence. I want to create a space where we can all learn, grow, and empower each other in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.The course will run from 16th October for 6 weeks, spaces are limited so registration is essential. To book your spot or to find out more information please feel free to contact me on Tel: 0868948562 or E-mail: [email protected]"or please give me Kevin a call. 087 1375222
Handmade Christmas Market: Last call to our local vendors who wish to join us again this year with their handmade products, this year the market will run on Sunday 30th of November Deadline for application is 30th September. Please apply to the email HMCSTREETE @gmail.com
Granard Library: Creative Clay, With Loraine Donohoe in Granard Library from October 16th till November 27th 10 Am till 12 Noon, Spaces are limited, Call 043 66986164 for more info.
Streete Vintage Club: Appreciation Party, Streete Vintage Club are holding an appreciation party for anybody that helped them out with their events this year in Connaughtons Pub Rathowen on Sunday 26th October. So, whether you parked cars served tea, provided services, equipment, machinery, made sandwiches, donated money, baked buns, sold raffle tickets, registered vehicles. We want to see you all there. Kicking off at 8:30 refreshments served and music on the night from 10 by "Do The Yoke" for more info call Eamoon 087 1470280
Street Vintage club AGM; will hold their AGM for the year 2025 on Friday 17th of October in Street Parish Park starting at 8pm sharp, all welcome.
Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw: No Jackpot Winners Four Lucky Dip Winners of €25 each. Brian & Kathleen Hunt, Legan c/o Lily Jimmy Doherty, Legan c/o Lily Matt Callaghan, Maynooth
Sheila Mulleady, Edgeworthstown (Online) Thanks for your continued support. Our next Lotto draw will take place on Monday 6th of October. Jackpot €2900
Gym Teacher: Paddy Cheevers, will start Spin classes in Streete Parish Park Saturday morning at 9.30. For all levels of fitness. Very enjoyable, and a great way to keep fit. All you need is a towel and water and it's 10 euro. If anyone interested in a circuit class straight after, from 10.15 to 11am or if anyone knows of teams who would like to do a spin or even a teenage spin we could get that going one of the evenings if there is enough interest. For more info, please call 087 1375222.
Community Employment, Streete Parish Park: We are asking anyone who is in receipt of welfare or farm income support to consider joining our community employment team. No qualifications are needed but opportunities are available for you to upskill and work whilst keeping your present benefits and receiving an extra payment. All is asked is that you contribute 19.5 hours flexible per week while enjoying a social and friendly environment with like-minded people. Immediate start and, you don’t need to be from the local area. Call Kevin 087 1375222
Yoga: Class every Wednesday morning by professional mentor Catherine Pacini 9 Am till 10, If you haven’t been to her classes maybe now is a good time to join. Call in for details.
Pickleball: Pickleball has now returned in the community centre, on Monday mornings and is doing very well, why not come along and take part in this easy to play game in great company. 9.30 till 10.30 Am.
Boherquill Ramblers: The route of the Ramblers walk near Castlepollard on Sunday 28 September 2025 was a 10km loop passing through the hilly country near Whitehall, with views of Knockeyon and Bishop’s Lough along the way. The weather was kind to the walkers for the afternoon with sunshine and little wind. Thank you to Ann Maxwell who organized the walk and provided the tasty sandwiches afterwards. On Sunday 12 October 2025 the Ramblers will meet at 2pm at Kilbixy for a 7km forest trail and road walk. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.
GYM: Membership includes induction course, access fob and use of the walking track. Costs for 12 months €250 for an adult, €475 for a couple and €180 for students and Oap’s. we have an easy payment option as well online just go to streeteanddistrict.ie and follow the Club force link. To discuss this more or chat about Membership, please call Kevin on 087 1375222
Mass intentions: Remember in your prayers the soul of Seamus Owens, whose Months mind mass was last week. This Coming Saturday, Anniversary mass for Frank McGivern, Streete, and 16th Anniversary of Annie Rose Reilly. Bookings are now being taken, contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542
Church Notes St Mary’s, Streete/Rathowen: Masses and Adoration. Mass this Saturday Evening in Boherquill at 8 Pm. Masses this week Boherquill Tuesday 9.30 am, Wednesday Rathowen 9.30 Am Thursday, Rathowen 9.30 Am, adoration 10 to 10.30 Friday, Boherquill, 8 pm with adoration 7 to 8 pm.
NOTES: If you would like to remind us of an upcoming event or would like to have something mentioned in the Streete and District notes, please email [email protected] or call Kevin 087 1375222 before 5 pm Saturday at the latest and remember folks if you don’t tell me I can’t tell them.