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County Sound Report 12^th August 2008 - Bere Island

The Festival committee would like to thank everyone who sponsored and supported the Bere island Festival 2008 which was a great success. Well done and thank you to all competitors in all events. Thanks also to everyone who supported the pub quiz on August 6^th to raise funds for the festival and the draw in aid of the Life-boat which was held at the hotel on Sunday August 11^th . 1^st prize of a flight, compliments of City Jet was won by John Bonham Castlepollard, Co. Westmeath, 2^nd Prize of a Hamper was won by Ken Finn and 3^rd prize, also a Hamper was won by argot O’Sullivan there were also a number of spot prizes on the night.
Heritage week commences on Bere Island on 24^th August.

Events are as follows:

1. On Sunday 24^th August there will be a guided boat trip around Bere Island

( weather permitting ) .Historian Ted O’ Sullivan will give a talk during the trip on landmarks and shipwrecks. The trip will leave from Oilean na gCaorach at 2.00 pm. Places are strictly limited and tickets must be purchased in advance at the Bere Island Projects Group Office. If the weather is unsuitable Ted will give a talk at an indoor venue.

2. On Tuesday 26^th August there will be a ‘ fun’ bus trip to military sites around Bere Island for children in the 8 to 13 age group. Meet at St. Michael’s school at 11.00 am.

3. On Thursday 28^th August Clare Heardman, Glengarriff Park Ranger, will give a talk on flora and fauna on a walk from Rerrin village to Cloughland Martello tower. Meet in the village at 1.30. This event is not suitable for young children.

4. On Saturday 30^th August Dr. Susan Steele will conduct a walk taking in the marine life on the shore. This will be followed by an Art workshop with Dawn Ely. Meet at the Community Centre at 10.00 am. Young children must be accompanied by parents during the shoreline walk.

For any information contact Bere Island Projects Group office on 027 75099.

There is a possibility of vacancies arising on the Rural Social Scheme. If there is anyone from the island interested in the scheme please contact us, and as usual the first eligible applicants will be accepted.
There is a sports summer camp running this week on Bere Island from 11 am until 2 pm each day. Anyone interested please call to the school during this, for details.
Congratulations to Janna O’Sullivan who is 21 today August 12^th

County Sound Report 05 August 2008 - Bere Island

On Wednesday 6th August there will be a Table Quiz at the Hotel at 9-30p.m. to raise funds for The Bere Island Festival. The festival committee would really appreciate your support.
The Bere Island Festival will take place on the weekend of 8th 9th and 10th of August.

Ø On Friday will be the children’s sports day, kid’s talent contest the annual biathlon. And Deirdre Archbold of 'you’re a star ' will play at the Hotel and then judge 'Bere Islands Got Talent'. On Friday night

Ø On Saturday - Water Activities will start at 1 p.m. with 'No Frontiers' playing at the Hotel on Saturday night

Ø On Sunday will be the Annual Graveyard mass, the 5- a-side soccer tournament and on Sunday night is a Raffle in aid of the RNLI and Music in the Hotel by Martin Hurley.

County Sound Report 28^th July 2008 - Bere Island

On Wednesday 6th August there will be a Table Quiz at the Hotel at 9-30p.m. to raise funds for The Bere Island Festival. The festival committee would really appreciate your support.
The Bere Island Festival will take place on the weekend of 8th 9th and 10th of August.

Ø On Saturday - Water Activities will start at 1 p.m. with 'No Frontiers' playing at the Hotel on Saturday night

Ø On Sunday will be the Annual Graveyard mass, the 5- a-side soccer tournament and on Sunday night is a Raffle in aid of the RNLI and Music in the Hotel by Martin Hurley.

· There will be music in the Hotel with Willie Burke on Friday next the 1^st of August and on Sunday 3^rd of August between 4.30 and 7.30 with Martin HurleyCounty Sound Report 21^st July 2008 - Bere Island

On Wednesday 6th August there will be a Table Quiz at the Hotel at 9-30p.m. to raise funds for The Bere Island Festival. The festival committee would really appreciate your support.
The Bere Island Festival will take place on the weekend of 8th 9th and 10th of August.

Ø On Friday will be

§ the children’s sports day in the village followed by a kid’s talent contest at the community centre

Ø Friday evening will be

§ The annual biathlon.

Ø On Friday night

§ Deirdre Archbold of 'you’re a star fame' will play at the Hotel and then judge 'Bere Islands Got Talent'.

Ø On Saturday

§ Water Activities starting at the earlier time of 1 p.m. will include

· slippery pole and pillow fights kicking things off, followed by

· swimming races

· canoe races and

· raft races.

Ø Saturday night

§ 'No Frontiers' will play at the Hotel.

Ø On Sunday will be

§ the Annual Graveyard Mass and later in the afternoon

§ A 5- a-side soccer tournament with lots of novelty events.

Ø Sunday night is a Raffle in aid of the RNLI and Music in the Hotel by Martin Hurley.

· Water Safety began yesterday, 21^stJuly and will continue until– Saturday 26^th July. Everyone is welcome to take part.

· Many thanks to all who contributed to the church gate collection for MS last Sunday morning. Your generosity is much appreciated. €443 in total was collected.

County Sound Report 14^th July 2008 - Bere Island

· Bere Island Regatta will be taking place on the 8^th 9^th and 10^th of August. If anyone has any ideas or suggestions or would like to help out on the day, please contact the office.

· There will be music in the Hotel on Saturday July19^th with DJ George. Everyone is welcome.

· Water Safety Week will take place from Monday 21^st– Saturday 26^th July. Everyone is welcome to take part.

· Places are now full for Bere Island Community Childcare Group sports summer camp

· There will be a church gate collection for MS next Sunday morning. Your support would be appreciated.

County Sound Report 7th July 2008 - Bere Island

· Tai Chi classes will begin in St. Michael’s National School on Wednesday 9^th of July and will take place weekly between 12 noon and 1.30 p.m. Anyone interested in attending please contact the Bere Island Projects Group Office

· Bere Island Regatta will be taking place on the 8^th 9^th and 10^th of August. If anyone has any ideas or suggestions or would like to help out on the day, please contact the office.

· There will be music in the Hotel on Saturday 12^th July with Jerry Bruton and also on the 19^th with DJ George. Everyone is welcome.

· Bere Island Community Childcare Group will be holding a sports summer camp at St. Michael’s National School from July 14^th to 18^th from 11 am to 2.p.m. Activities will include golf, Tai Chi, rugby, soccer. Places are limited so please register at the community centre as soon as possible. Payment of 45 euro is required in advance to secure booking.

· Water Safety Week will take place from Monday 21^st– Saturday 26^th July. Everyone is welcome to take part.

County Sound Report 1^st July 2008 - Bere Island

· The results of the AIB Better Ireland Awards have been counted. Congratulations to Urhan Community who were the winners of €10,000 in Beara. The results of the text voting proceeds for Bere Island are not yet known and will be announced shortly.

· There will be music in the Hotel on Saturday 12^th July with Jerry Bruton. Everyone is welcome.

· Congratulations to Cllr Noel Harrington, Castletownbere who officially became Lord Mayor of County Cork on Friday last at a ceremony in County Hall. We wish Noel and his wife Catherine and family all the best for the coming year.

· This week we welcome Moira Murphy, Castletownbere to the Bere Island Projects Group Office. Moira will be taking up the position of Project Administrator until the end of the year and we wish her well.

· Water Safety Week will take place from Monday 21^st– Saturday 26^th July. Everyone is welcome to take part.

County Sound Report 25^th of June 2008 - Bere Island

· Water Safety Week will take place from Monday 21^st– Saturday 26^th July. Everyone is welcome to take part.

· A reminder that the next edition of the Bere Island Newsletter is due in the coming weeks. Please forward any items of interest to the Projects Group by tomorrow Wednesday June 25^th or email bereisle@eircom.net

· There will be music in the Hotel on Saturday 12^th July with Jerry Bruton. Everyone is welcome.

· Comhdhail Oileain na hEireann are organising a conference which will be held on island culture & arts in Belmullet from Thursday 24^th – Saturday 26^th July. For more information contact the Projects Group Office on 75099.

Birthday greetings to Pauline Hanley, Ardagh, Dean Harrington, Derrycreeveen and Amy Meade, Cloughland who celebrate their birthdays around now.

County Sound Report 17^th of June 2008 - Bere Island

· The next edition of the Bere Island Newsletter is due soon. Please forward any items of interest to the Projects Group by Wednesday June 25^th or email bereisle@eircom.net

· To mark the retirement of Principal Kathleen Twomey mass will be held at St. Michael’s National School on Friday next 20^th June at 11am followed by refreshments. Everyone is welcome to come along. Kathleen has been teaching on Bere Island for the past 36 years, all of her working life as a teacher and will be missed by many. We wish her all the very best for a happy and healthy retirement.

· Water Safety Week will take place from Monday 21^st– Saturday 26^th July. Everyone is welcome to take part.

· Birthday greetings to John Walsh, Derrycreeveen who celebrates his birthday around now.

County Sound Report 10^th of June 2008 - Bere Island

· Thank you to everyone who voted for Bere Island in the AIB Better Ireland Awards. A decision will be made later in the month.

· An awards ceremony was held at St Michael’s National School yesterday for the children’s participation in the Tidy Islands Colouring Competition. The winners were Ciara Carroll and Billy Murphy who both received an art kit. All posters will be displayed in businesses locally over the coming weeks.

· The adjudicators for the Tidy Islands Competition will be visiting the island over the next few weeks. Everyone is asked to do their bit to keep the island tidy.

· Water Safety Week will take place from Monday 21^st– Saturday 26^th July. Everyone is welcome to take part.

Thank you to the Haulbowline Theatre Troupe who performed “Moll” at the Lecture Theatre, Rerrin on Saturday night last and to everyone who came out and supported them.

County Sound Report 20^th of May 2008 - Bere Island

· The first Bere Island Country & Western Weekend took place last Friday and Saturday 23^rd & 24^th May. A large crowd attended both nights and a great weekend was had by all. Many thanks to all who supported the events and we hope you will come back next year for the second one. Many thanks to Brendan Finch for dance lessons, all the musicians and to Felix O’ Donoghue and his staff. Keep May the 23^rd free next year for Robert Mizzell who will be playing in the Marquee.

· There will be music by Willie Burke in the Hotel on Sunday 1^st June. Everyone is welcome.

· The exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will be on every Tuesday between 4 and 8 pm at St. Michaels Church. All are welcome

· The Eucharistic procession will take place next Sunday at 11am at St. Michaels Church.

· Members of the Haulbowline Theatre Troupe will perform “Moll” at the Lecture Theatre Rerrin on 7^th June. They will hold 2 performances on the day. For more information contact 75099.

County Sound Report 20^th of May 2008 - Bere Island

· A reminder that the Country & Western Weekend takes place this coming Friday and Saturday 23^rd & 24^th May. Tickets will be available on the door each evening. For more information on the line up of events contact 027 75099 or see posters locally.

· There will be music by Willie Burke in the Hotel on Sunday 1^st June. Everyone is welcome.

· Congratulations and Best Wishes to Pauline and Frank Hanley, Ardagh on the birth of a baby boy, Fionn a brother for Aaron.

· Members of the Haulbowline Theatre Troupe will perform “Moll” at the Lecture Theatre Rerrin on 7^th June. They will hold 2 performances on the day. For more information contact 75099.

· Birthday greetings to Patrick Dennehy, Greenane who celebrates his birthday around now.

County Sound Report 13^th of May 2008 - Bere Island

· A big thank you to everyone who supported the fundraising Golf Classic held on Friday & Saturday last in Bantry Golf Club. The event was a huge success and proceeds will go towards the development of the GAA facilities and the Heritage Centre.

· The Country & Western Weekend is drawing close. Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased on the Island from The hotel, Murphy’s shop, Cattapilla café and the Lookout. In Castletownbere you can buy them from O’ Donoghue’s Bar, McCarthy’s Bar, Twomey’s Bar, The Copper Kettle. For more information on the line up of events contact 027 75099.

· The refuse collection will be held weekly on Wednesday at the usual time. Stickers can be purchased at Murphy’s Shop and the Projects Group Office.

· Members of the Haulbowline Theatre Troupe will perform “Moll” at the Lecture Theatre Rerrin on 7^th June. They will hold 2 performances on the day. For more information contact 75099.

· Birthday greetings to John Orpen, Derrycreeveen who celebrated his birthday recently.

County Sound Report 6^th of May 2008 - Bere Island

· Last weekend Bere Island was the venue for the All Ireland orienteering championships. A large group of competitors arrived on the Island on Saturday morning for the 3 day event and left yesterday exhausted but delighted by the experiences they had over the weekend. We would like to thank the Cork Orienteering club, who hosted the championships for a well organised event.

· A fundraising Golf Classic will be held on Friday 9^th & Saturday 10^th May in Bantry Golf Club with the proceeds going towards the development of the GAA facilities and the Heritage Centre. Anyone interested in registering a team should do so this week by contacting Una on 087 2660668.

· Tickets for the Bere Island Country and Western weekend are now on sale and can be purchased on the Island from The hotel, Murphy’s shop, Cattapilla café and the Lookout. In Castletownbere you can buy them from O’ Donoghue’s Bar, McCarthy’s Bar, Twomey’s Bar, The Copper Kettle. For more information on the line up of events contact 027 75099.

The Tidy Islands Competition is now underway. We would ask everyone to make an extra effort this year as the judges will be visiting the island in the coming weeks.

County Sound Report 29^th April 2008 - Bere Island

· Tickets for the Bere Island Country and Western weekend will be on sale from tomorrow Wednesday 30^th April and can be purchased in O’ Donoghue’s Bar, McCarthy’s Bar, The Copper Kettle and locally on Bere Island . For more information on the line up of events contact 027 75099.

· The Tidy Islands Competition is now underway. We would ask everyone to make an extra effort this year as the judges will be visiting the island in the coming weeks.

· Birthday greetings to Donal Harrington, Derrycreeveen, Joanna Murphy, Derrycreeveen, Joe Sullivan, Ballinakilla and Ian Kingston, Derrycreeveen who celebrate their birthdays around now.

County Sound Report 22^nd April 2008 - Bere Island

Comhdhail Oileain na hEireann will hold their AGM this weekend Friday 25^th & Saturday 26^th April in Sherkin Island. Everyone is welcome.

· The closing date for applications for the Rural Social Scheme is this Friday 25^th April. If you are interested in working in this scheme or would like more information please contact Bernie/ John on 75099 as soon as possible.

· The transition year students of Beara Community School are holding a fashion show this Thursday 24^th April at 8pm in the school. Tickets are EURO 10 and are available in the school and the following participating shops: Wiseman’s, Murnane’s Bantry, Izzie’s, Essentials Boutique and Fiona’s Skibbereen. All proceeds will go towards the lifeboat and raising money for a defibrillator for the school.

· Bere Island will host the first ever Country and Western weekend on Friday 23^rd & Saturday 24^th May. Friday night will kick off with the Nealie O’ Connor ceili Band and Tony Stevens will play on Saturday night. Dance workshops and children’s events will also be held. For further information contact the office on 75099 or see posters locally.

· Birthday greetings to Sean and Kevin Sullivan, Ballinakilla and Shane Harrington, Lawrence Cove Marina who celebrate their birthdays around now.

County Sound Report 15^th April 2008 - Bere Island

A reminder that Bere Island Projects Group Ltd are recruiting a temporary Project Administrator to cover 26 weeks maternity leave. For further information contact the office on 75099 or see posters locally. Closing date is this Friday 18^th April at 5pm. BIPG is an equal opportunities employer.

· The closing date for applications for the Rural Social Scheme is Friday 25^th April. If you are interested in working in this scheme or would like more information please contact Bernie/ John on 75099 as soon as possible.

· Confirmation takes place today at St Michael’s Church, Bere Island at 3:30pm. We wish Leahanne Sullivan, Ciara Carroll, Margaret Dennehy and Aodha Sullivan and their families and teachers a lovely day.

County Sound Report 8^th April 2008 - Bere Island

Bere Island Projects Group Ltd wishes to recruit a temporary Project Administrator to cover 26 weeks maternity leave. 1 full time/ 2 part time positions 35 hours per week. BIPG is a voluntary group funded under the Community Development Programme of the Department of Community, Rural & Gaeltacht Affairs. We work to develop the social, economic and cultural framework of Bere Island, Co. Cork . The Administrator will work with the Project Co-ordinator and on behalf of the group’s elected committee on a wide range of projects. The successful candidate will be expected to have: Good inter personal skills, Ability to work on own initiative, Experience of book keeping and financial reporting, Good Computer skills, Experience in a community development setting, A good knowledge of the current funding environment. Experience in web design (FrontPage) and Big Red Book desirable but not essential. Job description available upon request. Tel: 027 75099

Letter of application and CV should be forwarded no later than Friday 18^th April 2008 clearly marked:

      “Temporary Project Administrator Position”
      The Chairperson
      Bere Island Projects Group Ltd
      Community Centre
      Bere Island
      Beara
      Co. Cork

BIPG is an equal opportunities employer.

· Bere Island Projects Group Ltd is looking for people with an interest in working under the Rural Social Scheme in the crèche facility. If you are interested or would like more information please contact Bernie/ John on 75099 as soon as possible.

· Birthday greetings to Ann Marie Harrington, Ardagh who celebrates her birthday this week.

County Sound Report 1^st April 2008 - Bere Island

Bere Island Projects Group Ltd are looking for people with an interest in working under the Rural Social Scheme in the crèche facility. If you are interested or would like more information please contact Bernie/ John on 75099 as soon as possible.
The Bere Island Experience booklet is now complete and can be purchased at the Projects Group Office.
Bingo continues weekly at the Look Out on Saturday evenings at 8:30pm. Everyone is welcome. The Rural Transport bus will leave Oileain na gCaorach at 7:30pm and will travel the usual route for anyone wishing to avail of it.

Anyone who has not submitted to the Bere Island newsletter can do so today Tuesday 1^st March by emailing bereisle@eircom.net

Bere Island Projects Group Ltd wishes to recruit a temporary Project Administrator to cover 26 weeks maternity leave. 1 full time/ 2 part time positions 35 hours per week. BIPG is a voluntary group funded under the Community Development Programme of the Department of Community, Rural & Gaeltacht Affairs. We work to develop the social, economic and cultural framework of Bere Island, Co. Cork . The Administrator will work with the Project Co-ordinator and on behalf of the group’s elected committee on a wide range of projects. The successful candidate will be expected to have: Good inter personal skills, Ability to work on own initiative, Experience of book keeping and financial reporting, Good Computer skills, Experience in a community development setting, A good knowledge of the current funding environment. Experience in web design (FrontPage) and Big Red Book desirable but not essential. Job description available upon request. Tel: 027 75099.
Letter of application and CV should be forwarded no later than Friday 18^th April 2008 clearly marked:

    “Temporary Project Administrator Position”
      The Chairperson
      Bere Island Projects Group Ltd
      Community Centre
      Bere Island
      Beara
      Co. Cork

BIPG is an equal opportunities employer.

County Sound Report 25^th March 2008 - Bere Island

The Spring edition of the Bere Island Newsletter will be published shortly. Anyone interested in submitting and article, photo etc should contact the office on 75099 before Wednesday 26^th March or email bereisle@eircom.net

Bere Island Projects Group Ltd are looking for people with an interest in working under the Rural Social Scheme in the crèche facility. If you are interested or would like more information please contact Bernie/ John on 75099 as soon as possible.

Cattapilla Café formerly Kitty’s Café will be open every weekend until May and from May onwards the café will be open 7 days a week. Bookings can be made by contacting David on 086 1064363.

Birthday greetings to Anna Riddell, Rerrin and Fiona Harrington Derrycreeveen who celebrate their birthdays this week.

County Sound Report 11^th March 2008 - Bere Island

The Spring edition of the Bere Island Newsletter will be published shortly. Anyone interested in submitting and article, photo etc should contact the office on 75099 before Friday 21^st March or email bereisle@eircom.net

Bere Island Projects Group Ltd are looking for people with an interest in working under the Rural Social Scheme in the crèche facility. If you are interested or would like more information please contact Bernie/ John on 75099 as soon as possible.

There will be music in the Hotel on Sunday 16^th and 23^rd March. Everyone is welcome.

Thank you to everyone who donated to the recent Church Gate Collection. A total of € 175 was raised and will be donated to Enable Ireland.

Comhdhail Oileain na hEireann will hold their AGM on Friday 25^th & Saturday 26^th April. Anyone interested in travelling from Bere Island are asked to contact the office.

County Sound Report 4^th March 2008 - Bere Island

Bere Island is this week in mourning following the sudden and tragic death of Colum Harrington who died accidentally on Friday night last along with his two friends Shane Kelly and Finton O’ Driscoll. Colum was the second eldest son of Colum and Ann Harrington and only recently celebrated his 21^st birthday. He was a fun loving young man who loved and enjoyed life and was well liked by everyone who knew him, which was evident over the past few days at his rosary, removal and burial. Sincere sympathy is extended to his parents Colum and Ann, his brothers Sean and Glen, sister Fiona, grandmother Helen, nephew Dylan, Zoe, aunts, uncles, relatives and huge circle of friends both on and off the island. May Colum, Shane and Finton all rest in peace.

County Sound Report 26th February 2008 - Bere Island

Bingo will be held again in the Lookout, on Saturday at the usual time of 8:30pm. The Rural Transport bus will also run to facilitate the bingo.

The rural transport bus will be heading to Kenmare on Friday the 29^th of February on the 6pm ferry, anyone interested can contact the office.

Happy birthday to the following who all celebrated their birthdays within the past week: Luke Sidley, Mia Fell de Olivera, Amy Orpen and Sheila Walsh.

County Sound Report 12^th February 2008 - Bere Island

Well done to The Bere Island Theatre Troupe who performed “Power of Darkness” by John McGahern on Saturday last in the Lecture Theatre, Rerrin, Bere Island . The 2 performances were well attended and all concerned with the performances should be congratulated for a very entertaining night.

Bingo will be held again in the Lookout, on Saturday at the usual time of 8:30pm. The Rural Transport bus will also run to facilitate the bingo.
Billy Clifford will hold a horticultural class at the community centre next Saturday the 23^rd of February at 9.30 am. Everyone is welcome.
The rural transport bus will be heading to Kenmare on Friday the 29^th of February on the 6pm ferry, anyone interested can contact the office.

County Sound Report 5^th February 2008 - Bere Island

Thank you to those who attended the public meeting on Thursday last. A list of Infrastructural works was compiled and will be forwarded to Cork County Council and the Department of Community, Rural & Gaeltacht Affairs.
The Bere Island Theatre Troupe will perform “Power of Darkness” by John McGahern on Saturday 16^th February in the Lecture Theatre, Rerrin, Bere Island . The matinee performance is at 2pm and the evening show at 8pm. Tickets are €10 adult and concessions €7. For further details please contact 027 75099. Please note this play is not recommended for children.
Dr. Jacqui Glisson, North Road Surgery, Castletownbere will hold her monthly clinic at the Health Centre, Bere Island today from 11am – 12pm. Patients will be seen on a turn up and wait basis.
Congratulations to Mary Murphy, Rerrin who received a silver pin at the recent Annual Dinner Dance of the Beara Pioneer Association.

County Sound Report 29th January 2008 - Bere Island

Minister Éamon O’ Cuív visited Bere Island on Friday last 25^th January. He was accompanied by Cllr Danny Crowley, Cllr Christy O’ Sullivan & Olibhear O’ hArliathe, Department, Community, Rural & Gaeltacht Affairs and visited Lonehort Fort, the Old School, the Lecture Hall, the recycling centre, the football pitch and St. Michael’s National School where a public meeting was held. We were delighted to hear the announcement of 134,000 euro for the Old School Project and look forward to his next visit.
An Active Retirement Group Social will be held in Cametringnane Hotel, Castletownbere on tomorrow Wednesday 30^th January from 11am – 4pm. If you have not booked your place please do so today by contacting 75099.
A public meeting will be held this Thursday 31^st January at 8pm in the community centre to compile a list of Infrastructural works which will be submitted to Cork County Council and the Department of Community, Rural & Gaeltacht Affairs. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Cllr Danny Crowley will hold a clinic at the community centre, Bere Island from 4:30pm – 6pm on Friday next 1^st February. Anyone wishing to meet Danny should come on a turn up and wait basis. The Annual General Meeting of the Bere Island Fianna Fail Cumann will also be held on Friday 1^st February at 6:30pm in the community centre. Everyone is welcome.
Birthday greetings to Kieran Sullivan, The Strand, Jimmy Walsh, Derrycreeveen and Adam Walsh, Ballinakilla who celebrate their birthdays around now.

County Sound Report 22^nd January 2008 - Bere Island

The next Bere Island Active Retirement Group social will be held in the Look Out on tomorrow Wednesday 23^rd January at 12 noon. Bridin Ashe, HSE will attend and prepare a plan of activities for the coming year followed by lunch. Everyone is welcome.
An Active Retirement Group Social will be held in Cametringnane Hotel, Castletownbere on Wednesday 30^th January from 11am – 4pm. Tea/ Coffee will be served on arrival followed by activities, lunch and music to John White. Tickets cost €14 and must be pre booked by contacting the Projects Group Office on 75099 no later than today Tuesday 22^nd January. Please note places are limited.
A big thank you to everyone who supported the recent Church Gate Collection in aid of the Chernobyl Children’s Project. A total of 240 euro was raised for this worthy cause.

Best of luck to Deirdre Archbold who is through to the live show of You’re a Star on Sunday next 27^th January at the Helix, Dublin . Deirdre has Bere Island roots as her mother Vera Brophy is from the island. We wish her every success.

The Rural Transport Bus will go to Bantry this Friday 25^th January to the cinema. Anyone interested in travelling should contact the Projects Group Office on 75099 to book a place.
Birthday greetings to Michael Dennehy, Greenane who celebrated his birthday over the weekend.

Condolences to Mary Orpen and family, Derrycreeveen on the recent death of her father, Leo Farrell of Ballyfoyle, Kilkenny. May he rest in peace.

County Sound Report 15^th January 2008 - Bere Island

Majella Ni Chriochain, Manager of Comhdhail Oileain na hEireann will visit Bere Island today Tuesday 15^th January and will be at the community centre from 10am – 12 noon. Majella will speak to anyone interested in the policies of Comhdhail which were launched recently in Dublin . To arrange an appointment contact BIPG office on 75099.
The next Bere Island Active Retirement Group social will be held in the Look Out on Wednesday 23^rd January at 12 noon. Bridin Ashe, HSE will attend and prepare a plan of activities for the coming year followed by lunch. Notices will be sent out in the next few days and everyone is welcome.
An Active Retirement Group Social will be held in Cametringnane Hotel, Castletownbere on Wednesday 30^th January from 11am – 4pm. Tea/ Coffee will be served on arrival followed by activities, lunch and music to John White. Tickets cost €14 and must be pre booked by contacting the Projects Group Office on 75099 no later than Tuesday 22^nd January. Please note places are limited.
Congratulations and Best Wishes to Magda and Tom, who got engaged recently. We wish them all the best for the future.

County Sound Report 8^th January 2008 - Bere Island

We would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a very Happy New Year.

Majella Ni Chriochain, Manager of Comhdhail Oileain na hEireann will visit Bere Island on Tuesday 15^th January and will be at the community centre from 10am – 12 noon. Majella will speak to anyone interested in the policies of Comhdhail which were launched recently in Dublin . To arrange an appointment contact BIPG office on 75099.
Belated birthday greetings to Carol O’ Leary, Catherine Carroll and Seamus O’ Leary who celebrated their birthdays recently.

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