Daffodil Day Coffee Morning: Linda Butler tells me the Daffodil day coffee morning held last Friday in Streete Parish Park was a tremendous success. It’s a credit to Janet, Linda and their team of volunteers who put in trojan work every year with the finest culinary delights, baked fresh for everyone to enjoy. Linda and Janet would like to thank everyone who turned out and supported this great cause so generously. The money raised when counted up will be sent off to the Irish Cancer Society shortly. If you couldn’t make the drop in morning and would like to donate, please put it in an envelope marked Daffodil day and drop in the Parish Park letterbox and we will gladly pass on to Linda and Janet.
Lisryan Tidy Village & Development: would like to thank everyone who supported their raffle and music bingo on Friday night last. The event was an unbelievable success and would not have been possible without the Continuing support of the community. The committee would also like to thank all who sponsor prizes on the night your generosity is greatly appreciated. Thank you to Murphy's Crossroads Inn Lisryan for allowing the use the venue and for your continuing support. All funds raised go directly back into the upkeep of Lisryan Tidy Village & Development.
Park Development: The overview Plan of the Park lands which were unveiled at our AGM, have been on display in the hall of our community centre for a number of weeks now and has brought back some very positive feedback. I have relayed on the feedback to the architects who are now completing the future development plan of the hall. This high-quality design plan will focus on key cross cutting themes such as climate action, sustainable development, social inclusion, and healthy place-making. It is also a blueprint which can be used now and for future generations as a masterplan. When the plans are complete, we will hold an open meeting with the architects to fine line anything which may not have been realised. If you have any queries or suggestions, I would welcome a call, Kevin 087 1375222 all call’s taken in confidence.
Consultation: I would welcome members of any sports club using the Community centre to contact me so as I can gather information on the wants and needs of those using the facilities and urgent work that needs to be included in the future development. I fully understand our Doors and floor are high on the list, so to prioritise work and start getting quotes, I ask your help. We now have a full working committee who are devoted and willing to assist and help make this community centre great again. Kevin 087 1375222
SOCIAL DANCING: A great night of dancing was held last Friday night to the sounds of Declan Aungier. Next month we have Michael Collins all the way from Cork, playing a great mix of country and social dance Music for your enjoyment. A brilliant night of Dancing is guaranteed. Doors open from 9.00 till Late.
Mother's Day: We give thanks to all the mothers who celebrated Mother’s Day on Sunday last, we say a little prayer for those who are about to becoming a mum for the first time, Mothers who are no longer with us which we think deeply of everyday in our hearts and remind all mothers there will always be a special bond of motherhood between her children regardless of age. Thanks Mums.
COMMUNITY ALERT: Streete Watch Membership to your local Community Alert Scheme is now due for renewal. The cost of being in our group is only €10 per which is fantastic value. Our funds are limited so we ask your help us to keep our group going. volunteers are invited to help. For further information please call Kevin 087 1375222 or Paula 087 9680739
Deepest sympathies: are expressed to Olive Buckley Lisryan on the sad passing of her sister Mary Counihan (née Buckley) Mullingar. Mary will be very sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her fiancé Brendan Tumulty, Rahaspic, Rathowen, her beloved children, adored grandchildren, sisters Ann, Caroline and Olive, son-in-law, daughter-in-law nieces, nephews, relatives, and her many lifelong friend’s. May her gentle soul rest in Heavenly peace.
Active Retirement Group: Westmeath Community Development will be holding their annual event in Bloomfield House Hotel on Monday 19th of May. This is a great day out with lots of information on services available for people with Disabilities and Older People within our group. I encourage people to go, Transport will be provided if booked in time, please call kevin 087 1375222 to book a place. Light lunch provided.
Streete Vintage Club: The club has been awarded "Best Environmental Float" in both the Delvin and Castlepollard St. Patrick's Day parades for 2025. Club members attended an awards ceremony in Gaffney’s bar in Delvin on Saturday. An enjoyable night was had by all with music on the night by Camillus Egerton. Congratulations to the organising committee and all involved on such a successful event. Castle Varagh Hotel in Castlepollard hosted the awards ceremony for the North Westmeath St. Patrick’s Day parade on Sunday evening from 6pm. The Streete crew enjoyed the evening. Congratulations to all involved and we look forward to 2026.
Wanted: Anyone interested in playing chess or draughts please let me know, I have been in contact with a volunteer who has offered to pass on his skills to help beginners or play a match up game with experienced players, to see if the game might take off locally. Please call me 087 1375222
School Transport: A reminder to parents,Applications are opening soon for School Year 2025/2026 on the SchoolTransport Family Portal. buseireann.ie
The Ardagh/Clonmacnois annual Pilgrimage to Lourdes takes place May 30th to June 4th, 2025. Maybe consider treating moms to a very special trip as Mother’s Day is on the Horizon. Contact JWT for flight details. Those who need assistance, contact 0863918577. Thank you
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]
Boherquill Ramblers: Declan Leonard led the Ramblers on a new walk near Mullingar on Sunday 23 March 2025.The group met at the Downs school and walked into the bog outside the Downs and then returned via a loop. The weather was dry and bright with a cool wind which kept the walkers on the move. Thank you to Declan for leading the walk. The Ramblers will meet at 2pm on Sunday April 6 2025 at Taghmon Church on the Castlepollard road outside Mullingar for a 7km loop walk through Galmoylestown.
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
Pastoral Council: Meeting will be held in the presbyter Boherquill, on Thursday 3rd April. If you have a mater you need to raise contact any of the pastoral committee.
Mass intentions: Remember in your prayers the souls of Brian, Agnes, Martha, and Colm Reilly, Ballew, whose Anniversary mass was last Saturday. This Saturday. Remembrance mass for the souls of all the deceased members of Streete Wildlife Club. Mass Bookings are now being taken, contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542 Offertory Envelopes for 2025 are ready for collection.
Dates to Remember: 20th of April Easter Sunday. First holy communion 8th June. Blessing of the graves in Russagh and Rahaspic will take place on June 14th. Blessing of the graves in Coolamber, Boherquill and Streete will be on June 21st with mass in the cemetery at 8 Pm.
Church Notes St Mary’s, Streete/Rathowen: Masses and Adoration. Mass this Saturday Evening in Boherquill at 8 Pm. Masses this week Boherquill Tuesday 7.00 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.