Blessing of the graves: The annual Blessing of the graves in Streete Parish took place last Saturday evening, with a good turnout of family, relations, and friends in attendance. The blessing starting at Streete Cemetery, moved on to Coolamber and then Boherquill, with mass and blessing in the new cemetery. Fr Pierre welcomed everyone and thanked all who came, especially those who traveled a distance to keep up the tradition of remembrance. A cup of tea was available in the Parish Park with some lovely home baked goodies put on by Denise Tighe and her trusted helpers to whom we say thank you. We also thank everyone who gave so generously to the upkeep of the cemeteries.
Yoga: No class this Wednesday morning Catherine Pacini tells me she will be back on Wednesday July 2nd If you haven’t been to her classes maybe now is a good time to join a class. Call in for details.
Streete Vintage Show: We remind you our annual vintage show is on next weekend from June 27th to 29th. We kick off the Weekend with social dancing on Friday night at 9pm with music by the legend of Country music Stuart Moyles. Admission €10. On Saturday 28th we will have our first annual all vehicle, run with registration in the hall from 3pm and run leaving at 4pm sharp. Routes will be posted on Facebook next week. Sunday 29th is show day, gates open to general public from 12 with live music on the field by Carragh Lynch, Lauren McRory and the fantastic Patrick Feeney & Band. 2025 marks the 75th anniversary of Volkswagen cars in Ireland. Together with our main sponsor Mullingar Autos we'll have a special display of Volkswagen vehicles through the years. This will be completed with all the usual trade stands auto jumble, stone crushing displays, steam & stationary engines, thrashing and square baling demonstrations, food village and lots lots more. New to the show this year will be lawnmower racing by NILMRA. Spread the word.
SOCIAL DANCING: Next Friday night we have Award winning Country Music Star, Stuart Moyles. Steward has earned a reputation for putting on a great show. so, remember to tell all your dancing fans. Stuart Moyles for one night only for your enjoyment in Streete Parish Park. Friday June 27th. Doors open from 9.00 till Late. Admission only €10
Deepest sympathy: is expressed to Mary Gaynor and family Lisryan on the very sad passing of her sister Kathleen Henry, nee Lynch, Charlestown, Mayo and formally of Moatefarrell, Edgeworthstown. Predeceased by her parents Denis and Brigid and brothers Denis and Con. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Jarlath, sisters Mary Gaynor and Helen, brothers Pat, Philip, Michael, and Seamus, brothers-in- law, sisters-in law, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Cleaner Required; In Rathowen NS please apply to school web site WWW.staffroom.ie to complete application form.
Active Retirement: Our next outing will be coming up shortly, it is proposed to visit Strokestown house and the Elphin Windmill and Farm Museum. I will update you later as soon as we can establish the cost. If you have a friend who would like to join us on the day, please let us know in advance. Kevin 087 1375222
Parish Park Development Plan: Our architects are holding a public consultation, on Thursday 3rd July, at 8pm sharp. This will allow you to come view the plans and have your say in what you would like the development to look like. This Development is a shared vision and a roadmap that will guide us in securing future funding to enhance our community centre, sports field, and parkland for generations to come. It is now up on our Facebook page and on full view on our website streeteanddistrice.ie We ask that you take a look and feel free to leave a comment which will help us in the final consultation with our architects, as always you can call me on 087 1375222 to discuss further.
Boherquill Ramblers: The Ramblers walked at Ballinafid on Sunday 15 June 2025, taking in the boardwalk beside Ballinafid Lake on the way to Lough Owel. Large areas of trees had been felled and stacked beside the trail down to the Lough, waiting to be collected. New trees have been planted in other areas, however. The low water level in the Lough also allowed for a short walk along the exposed, stony beach. There will be no walk on Sunday 29 June 2025 as Streete Vintage Show is taking place on that day. The Ramblers send their best wishes to all the organisers and trust the day will be as successful as in previous years. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.
SECRET AUCTION: A Kerry jersey signed by two of the county's best players, the Clifford brothers (David and Paudie) will go under the hammer by, a silent auction shortly. This beautifully framed and sought-after item is a piece of Kerry history and a tribute to the extremely talented Clifford brothers If you would like to place a bid on the jersey we will have sealed envelopes in Murphy’s Crossroads Inn Lisryan. Members of our committee or messenger me on Facebook. Lisryan Tidy Village & Development page.
Pickleball: every Monday mornings at the community centre, a great way of meeting up with people. The game is suitable to all ages and is noncompetitive, and any fitness level can take part, drop in have a look and try your hand and chat over a cup of tea afterwards. 10 until 11.30
St Fintan’s National School: Enrolment Forms for new pupils for the school year 2025/2026
are now available at the school. School Telephone No. 043 6685233 Email: [email protected]
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 souls of al who have gone before us. 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.