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We provide property repairs for the various jobs that need doing around the house like...
Carpentry Tiling Fencing Property Maintenance Landscaping & Gardening Basic electrical &c Plumbing

We provide a reliable service at a competitive rate ContacT: Kieran on 027-62222 or 087-7601313

 

 

Muintir Bhaire Foroige Club

 

MUINTIR Bhaire Foroige Club invite all young people aged between 12 and 18 years, living in the Muintir Bhaire Parish to join our youth club. Club nights will run each Friday night between 8pm & 9,30pm (venue co be confirmed).

Affiliation Fee - €15 per child or €25 per family. (A decision was taken by the National Council to increase the affiliation fee to €20 per child and €30 per family due to funding cuts in the youth work sector. However, our club is in a position to cover this additional cost thanks to
the generous donations given to us during the year).

Members can register:

Durrus Hall, Friday, Sept 21 at 8pm

Kilcrohanc Hall, Friday, Sept 28 at 8pm

Please note that places are limited so ensure you register as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you have any queries, please email Muintir Bhaire Foroige Club on mbforoigeclub@)gmail.com or telephone Annette on (086)1910908 or Michael on (087) 2210040.

Further info on Foroige can be found on their website www.foroigc.ie.

 

 

Mayor of Muintir Bhiire Parish

The Muintir Bhaire Foroige Club wanted to promote one of Muintir Bhaire's greatest assets, our people.

Some 27 individuals were nominated with 6 clear candidates: Eileen Lehane, & James O'Mahony, Kilcrohane; Shane Arundel & Tadgh Hegarty, Ahakista; John Ross & Paul Stock, Durrus.

An independent adjudicator confirmed the winner deemed by the voters to be;

a central character and a good representative for the parish
a regular contributor to local charitable organisations and involved in fundraising for local youth and sporting groups
a good ambassador for the peninsula because they always promote the area.
• a great man and pulls a good pint!

There could only be one winner and John Ross was appointed Mayor of Muintir Bhaire Parish on behalf of Muintir Bhaire Foroige Club on Sun, August 5, at the Ahakista Festival Regatta.

 

 

 

Muintir Bhaire Community Sponsored Slim

THE Youth Sub Committee of Muintir Bhaire Community Council held a 13-week sponsored slim to raise money for the Muintir Bhaire Sea Scouts and the Muintir Bhaire Foroige Club.

Thirty brave individuals signed up to take part in the challenge, which proved to be a huge success!

The 30 slimmers lost a total of 28 stone, 71bs and 7oz between them and raised €3,480.

Jennie Barry of Reenmore, Ahakista, won 1" prize for losing the most weight and Mary O'Donovan of Kilcrohane won 2nd prize.

A huge thank you to all the slimmers who took part in the challenge and to everyone who sponsored them.

We would also like to thank Fra Wiseman and Deirdre Connolly for facilitating the weigh ins throughout the 13-week challenge and to the businesses who allowed us to use their venues for the public weigh-ins.

Our thanks to Fiona Keohane from Kick Start, Bernadette O'Riordan, Community Nurse, and Claire Haseldine, Community Physiotherapist, for their support. Finally, we sincerely thank Carmel Somers from Good Things Cafe, Durrus, for kindly donating her time, providing cookery demonstrations and sponsoring our prizes.

 

 

Sheep's Head Producers' Group

The Sheep's Head Producers Group thank everyone who has supported the Sunday Market and the Market Shop at the Old Creamery.

While the outdoor Sunday Market will postpone trading during the winter season, we intend to keep the shop open with plans to hold a Christmas market in early December.

Watch out for more news and dates. We welcome new volunteers willing to cover just one shift of 3 hours per month.

The range of items for sale continues to expand as people within the community put their creativity to work, revealing that the Peninsula has many aspiring entrepreneurs.

The selection of fresh produce has even boasted Kilcrohane grapes whilst the
wide range of handicrafts has proved a vital source for last minute wedding and birthday gifts!

We are now taking orders for local lamb and we hope to offer chilled products soon. The benefits of locally produced food are many and not only in terms of providing healthy food.

Producers are encouraged to get involved as the need to develop a thriving local economy becomes ever more important.

So, start planning now for a garden of produce in the next growing season. If you want to turn your hand to growing a few vegetables, but lack the know-how or confidence to get stuck in on your own, why not come along to gardening sessions in Kilcrohane next spring.

Cork County Council has agreed that some council land, currently a neglected communal grass area in the village, can be turned over for use as an allotment garden for growing vegetables. Anyone interested should enquire at the Market Shop or contact Kate: 076 6154941 or Tony: 086 0897261.

 

 

 

The Sheep's Head Way

 

130 WALKERS took part in the annual Christian Aid Sheep's Head Hike on Saturday, Sept 1st. The high walk went up east Suifin and on to Baran returning to Kilcrohane via Farranamanagh strand; the low walk started at Atha Thomais visiting the Stone circle at Ahakista and then walked the old road from Ahakista also returning via Farranamanagh strand.

The two groups of walkers converged on the strand and Canon Patrick Hewitt reminded the walkers that the 1Okm distance walked that day would be a daily necessity for many in other parts of the world, whether to collect water, medicines or simply to go to school.

The money raised by this walk is going to help the people of Haiti - a long way from Kilcrohane!

Charlie McCarthy gave a great (and sometime humorous) talk on the history of the area.

On return to Kilcrohane, Ulla, who generously donated the refreshments for the walkers, served delicious soup and sandwiches. Andrew Coleman of Christian Aid Ireland expressed his gratitude to all those who helped and supported the walk, especially the local guides, and is already planning next year's hike!

 

 

 

National Trails Day 2012 walk on the Sheep's Head Way east—Sunday, Oct 7 at 2:30pm.

A Family Walk starting from Ahanafunsion Bridge and Picnic area (one mile north of Drimoleague, follow signs for GLENILEN from Sean Collins Garage).

This will be a guided walk with heritage, folklore and nature study items at the Bird Hide. It will last two hours and is suitable for children. No charge.

 

 

 

Betty's Home Baking

Now taking orders for Christmas Cakes, Puddings, Mince Pies, Breads and Desserts. Will deliver up to Christmas Eve.

Phone Betty (086) 8355586 or (027) 67086

 

 

 

Bridge View House Restaurant and B&B

Now taking bookings for Christmas Day Dinner, also Sunday Lunches. Phone Ann (027) 67086 or (086) 0709369

 

 

 

Bridge View House Restaurant and B&B

Now taking bookings for Christmas Day Dinner, also Sunday Lunches.

Phone Ann (027) 67086 or (086) 0709369

 

 

 

Coffee Day in aid of Marymount Hospice

Thursday, September 20 - a coffee day will be held in the house of Noel and Mary O'Donovan, 3 Kilcrohane Rd, Durrus in aid of Marymount hospice.

Your support would be greatly appreciated.

If anyone would like to contribute and cannot make it on the day, Eileen Lehane in Fitz's Bar also has a donation box and you can contribute there.

 

 

 

Ahakista Community Association

Ahakista Community Association would like to thank everyone who came out over the
August Bank Holiday to support the annual Ahakista Festival & Regatta.

Special thanks to the volunteers and sponsors without whom the festival would not be possible.

 

 

Carrigboy School

A big welcome to our new junior infant class who started on Monday, September 3: Alaina O'Brien, Bebhinn Horstmanshoff, Billy O'Connor, Bryan Murray, Cian Murray, Dylan Barry O'Callaghan, Ella O'Donovan, Jake Sheehan, Micah Simpson, Michael Macri, Ronan Kelleher, Oisin Daly and Ruby Farrelly.

We welcome Maria Herlihy as First and Second Class teacher and Ruth Rowatt as classroom assistant in the Infant Room to our staff. We wish them all the very best in what promises to be a busy year in Carrigboy.

 

 

Kilcrohane School

On Monday, September 3, four junior infants started at Kilcrohane National School.

The proud pupils are Jasmine Ellis, Aoibh O'Mahony, Brian Nash and Mark O'Sullivan. Welcome boys and girls!

 

 

Rusnacahara School

RUSNACAHARA National School in Ahakista opened its doors for the 2012/2013 school year on Thursday, August 30.

Eight new pupils started in the school, six in Junior Infants and two in senior classes. The children in Junior Infants are Holly Arundel, Chloe Hegarty, Orla Tobin, Eoin Carver, Luke O' Sullivan Sheridan, and Sean O' Sullivan.

They are a welcome addition to the school and join their siblings and many friends already attending Rusnacahara N.S.

 

 

Muintir Bháire Community Council Newsletter

Issue 30 - www. muintirbhairecc.com - September 2012

 

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The results are in!

The Muintir Bhaire Foroige Club wanted to promote one of Muintir Bháire’s greatest assets, our people.  So we started our search for the Mayor of our Parish.   

We were delighted with the interest this initiative generated and when the voting boxes were opened it was obvious that there was going to be some stiff competition!

Here are some of the facts! 

27 Individuals were nominated to become Mayor in total with 10 of them out in the lead early into the count.  

We had a total of 328 votes and only 22 spoiled votes. 

When the count was finished we had 6 potential candidates and these were:

1.   Eileen Lehane, Kilcrohane

2.   James O’Mahony, Kilcrohane

3.   Shane Arundel, Ahakista

4.   Tadgh Hegarty, Ahakista

5.   John Ross, Durrus

6.   Paul Stock, Durrus 

An independent adjudicator reviewed the comments on why one of these six people should be our Mayor and decided on the winner for the following reasons which were given by the voters;This person is  

    A central character and a good representative for the Muintir Bhaire Parish.

    A regular contributor to local charitable organisations and involved in funding raising for local youth and sporting groups.

    A good ambassador for the peninsula because they always promote the area.

    A great man and pulls a good pint! 

There could only be one winner and John Ross was appointed Mayor of Muintir Bhaire Parish on behalf of Muintir Bhaire Foroige Club on Sunday, 5th August at the Ahakista Festival Regatta.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sponsored Slim - Community Weight Loss Challenge results are in!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Muintir Bháire Community Council Newsletter

Issue 29 - www. muintirbhairecc.com - July 2012

 

 

National Water Safety Courses at Kilcrohane Pier

Do your kids want to learn how to swim or life-saving skills?

If so, sign them up for the National Water Safety Course taking place in Kilcrohane from 30th July to 3rd August.

Any adults who would like to learn to swim, improve their technique or learn life-saving skills are welcome too!

To book a free place, please contact Ann McCarthy at (027) 67035 by July 16.

There will be a barbeque on August 3 at 2pm to mark the end of the course for all participants and their parents.

The New York Friends of Ireland are generously sponsoring the BBQ and free lessons for children of the parish.

 

 

 

** DATES for your DIARY**

Thurs, July 5 to Sun, July 8—Durrus Festival

Sat, July 7—Launch of Community Shop at Old Creamery, Kilcrohane, 2 to 5pm

Fri, July 13—Art Exhibition at O'Mahony's Grain Store, Kilcrohane , 7 to 10pm

Sat, July 14—Ahakista Community Association Coffee Morning & Cake Sale at
Arundel's by the Pier, 10:30am to 1pm; Prize Presentation for winners of the Muintir
Bhaire Community Council's Sponsored Slim in the Cabin, Ahakista, 8pm; closing date to return forms to work with Muintir Bhaire Sea Scouts

Mon, July 16—closing date to book a free place on National Water Safety Course

Tues, July 17 to Sun, July 22- Kilcrohane Carnival

Weds, July 25—Baglady by Frank McGuinness at Kilcrohane Hall, 8pm

Thurs, July 26—closing date of 'Pictures for Postcards' Photography Competition

Fri, July 27—closing date for nominations for the Mayor of Muintir Bhaire Parish

Sun, July 29—BBQ & Family Day at the Black Gate

Mon, July 30—National Water Safety Course starts at Kilcrohane Pier

Thurs, August 2—Forgotten by Pat Kinnevane at Kilcrohane Hall, 8pm

Fri, August 3 to Tues, August 7—Ahakista Festival & Regatta

Sun, August 5—Church Gate Collection in aid of Kilcrohane National School Funds at Star of the Sea Church, Kilcrohane

Weds, Aug 8—Durrus Fete in the garden of the Durrus Rectory, starts 12 noon

Weds, Aug 8—Mimic by Ray Scannell at Kilcrohane Hall, 8pm

Thurs, Aug 16— The Ghost Show by Fergus Linehan at Kilcrohane Hall, 8pm

Thurs, Aug 30—Kilmocomogue Parish Fashion Show hosted by Graham Norton at the Westlodge Hotel

Sat, Sept l—Christian Aid Ireland's annual Fundraising Walk on the Sheep's Head

Way Autumn, 2012—Community Survey by the Muintir Bhaire Community Council

 

 

Stay up-to-date

Check out and like the 'What's on Sheep's Head' Facebook page.... it's a great way to
keep up with what's happening in the area over the summer months

 

 

Hip Hop & Ballet

For 5-10 year olds may be coming to Ahakista. If you are interested, please email muintirbhairecc@gmail.com

 

 

Community Survey 2012

Coming in Autumn 2012, MBCC will carry out a Community Survey to check in with locals and residents about what priorities they wish the MBCC to focus on and to get feedback on current activities and learn if there are any gaps.

 

 

Kilcrohane School

There will be a Church Gate Collection in aid of Kilcrohane National School Funds on Sun, Aug 5 at Star of the Sea Church, Kilcrohane. Your generous support would be appreciated.

 

 

Rusnacahara School

On June 19, Rusnacahara defeated a strong Bere Island team in the final of the Sciath na Scol to bring the cup back to Ahakista for the 2nd time!

A celebratory BBQ at the school was combined with an ice-cream party fundraiser for Down Syndrome Ireland. A big thank you to everyone who donated so generously on the day.
On June 23, to commemorate the 27th anniversary of the Air India Disaster, pupils rose early to sing and play instruments under the guidance of music teacher Siobhan O'Regan for the families and those present.

 

 

Ahakista Rowing Club

Two crews from Ahakista Rowing Club competed in the 28km Ocean-to-City Race recently held in Cork.

Ahakista's Senior Men's quad scull crew once again emerged victorious having the fastest time on the day for the Coastal Sliding Seat Boat.

Their time of 2 hours 21 mins was also the 2nd fastest time on the day. The crew thanked Bantry Rowing Club for the loan of their boat for this race.

For the first time ever, Ahakista RC was also represented on the day by the senior women's quad scull.

They finished in a time of 2 hours 48 mins, which was the fastest women's crew on the day in the Coastal Sliding Seat Boat.

The women recorded the 2nd fastest time overall on the day for a women's crew over the 28km course.

Training continues over the summer as all club crews prepare for the regatta season, which commences in July.

 

 

Kilcrohane Creamery

Do you have old photos of Kilcrohane Creamery? If so, please contact Jerry O'Donovan (086) 8186962 or call into O'Donovan Motors.

 

 

Muintir Bhaire Foroige Club

The Muintir Bhaire Foroige Club needs your help.

We must collect as many plastic 2-litre bottles (uncrushed with their tops on) as we can get our hands on.

WHY? We are getting creative! We plan to build a very unique raft for the Ahakista Regatta Raft Race.

So, if you have any empty 2-litre bottles to spare, let us know and we will arrange to collect them. Please contact us on our club phone (085) 273073l or email mbforoigeclub@gmail.com

Reminder: there is still time to vote for the person you think deserves to be awarded the honorary title of the Mayor of Muintir Bhaire Parish.

Closing date for nominations is Fri, July 27 and results will be announced on Sun, Aug 5 at the Ahakista Festival & Regatta.

Winners of the Muintir Bhaire Community Council's Sponsored Slim will be announced and presented with their prizes on Sat, July 14 at 8pm in the Cabin in
Ahakista.

The total weight lost by our 30 slimmers and the sum of funds raised will also be announced.

Everyone is welcome and light refreshments will be served.

If you expressed an interest in becoming involved in the Muintir Bhaire Sea Scouts, please return your completed application, reference check and garda clearance forms on or before Sat, July 14.

You can also return your forms at the sponsored slim presentation.

It is not too late to get involved! There are two options: you can join as a Leader or as a Parent and Friend.

If you have any questions or would like to request an application form, please email
muintirbhaireseascouts(g)g mail.com or phone Kieran on (087) 7601313 or Annette on (086) 1910908.

 

Muintir Bhaire Community Council

The Black Gate is open seven days a week, from 12:30 to 5.30. If anyone has an hour to spare over the summer and would help out with the tea shop, please contact Annette at (083) 1110983.

A scoraiocht was held at the Black Gate in June and it was standing room only! A great night was had by all, with stories, tales, music and singing.

Our thanks to everyone who contributed on the night - singing, playing, storytelling and joining in with the chat about local history.

To the people who made the tea and contributed baking, thank you. A similar evening is planned for August.

We would be grateful for your support again then. The next event at the Black Gate is a BBQ and Family Day on Sun, July 29.

The Younger Persons sub­group of the Community Council would like to extend best wishes to their community weight-loss challenge dietician Fiona Keohane on her new business venture 'KickStart Fitness'.

 

 

Sheep's Head Producers' Market launch new shop!

The Producers' Market group who hold the regular 11 am- 1pm Sunday Market in Kilcrohane were delighted to be offered the use of premises at the Old Creamery to run a Community Shop.

The shop provides opportunities for small-scale food production and cottage industry-style enterprise. Keeping the focus on produce from the Peninsula, the shop will be open during the week to sell fresh veg, eggs, bread, cakes as well as crafts, pottery, paintings and a variety of other local products.

It is hoped that the shop will also encourage visitors to make use of other village amenities.

The Sheep's Head Producers group welcome new stallholders to join up. A small commission is taken from sales to cover insurance and other costs and a community stall is available for anyone who has just a few items to offer.

"We're looking for volunteers who might like to mind the shop for a few hours even if they aren't interested in selling their own produce.

It's a chance to meet people regularly and a great way to get to know who's around if you're new to the area.

Anyone interested should just call into the shop." And be sure to join us for the Grand Opening on Sat, July 7 from 2pm!

 

 

The Sheep's Head Way

The National Trails Office annual inspection will take place in July this year.

The inspection is detailed and the inspector walks every metre of the Sheep's Head Way.

Recurring issues last year were:

Electric fences blocking the trail

Wet/boggy/ undrained stretches of trail

Lack of strimming

The mid-year Walks Scheme payment is now due. With this and the annual inspection in mind, we are reminding landowners to maintain their stretch of trail to the highest possible standard as failure to do so may result in loss of payment.

A Geology Walk and Cheese Tasting in June taking in the Sheep's Head Way was a great success. Geologist Dr Ronan Hennessy led the 2.5 hour loop walk from Durrus Cheese Farm ( ww.durruscheese.com), exploring the local landscape

On return, walkers tasted the cheeses made on the farm.

Plans are afoot to repeat the event so watch this space and THE SHEEPS HEAD WAY official facebook page (not the bogus page!).

Be sure to join us for the Sheep's Head Way walk at the Ahakista Regatta on Sat, Aug 4, registration at 10:30am.

 

 

'Pictures for Postcards' Photography Competition

The search is on for a photograph that symbolises Ahakista.

Send your entry sized 8x4 and €5 entry fee to:

The Secretary, Ahakista Community Association, Ahakista, by July 26.

Church of Ireland news

The Durrus Fete will take place on Weds, Aug 8 this year.

Starts at 12 noon in the Rectory garden with the usual array of stalls and food areas.

Everyone is welcome to attend. See you there!

Kilmocomogue Parish are holding a fashion show, hosted by Graham Norton on Thurs, August 30 at the Westlodge Hotel. Details available soon.

 

 

Kilcrohane Carnival, 17-22 July, 2012

Tues 17 Card Game in Kilcrohane Hall

Weds 18 Cookery Demonstration by Frank Moynihan (Community Hall) at 8pm

Fri 20 Children Sports in Community Field at 7.30pm, then bicycle race and novelty sports in village

Sat 21 Duck Race, 8pm

Sun 22 Fancy Dress Parade followed by Carnival Fun in Community Field, 2pm

 

 

Ahakista Community Association

There is more to be added to the Ahakista Festival & Regatta programme.

If you have some time to spare and would like to help organisers of the event in the run-up to or over the August Bank Holiday, please contact (086) 6007980.

 

 

Coffee Morning & Cake Sale

Sat, July 14,10.30am - 1pm in Arundel's by the Pier, Ahakista

Any baking can be handed into the bar on the morning of the sale or contact Michelle on (086) 1012150.

 

 

Ahakista Festival & Regatta, 3-7 Aug, 2012

Fri 3 Quiz time in Arundel's by the Pier @ 9pm

Sat 4 10.30am Guided Walk on the Sheep's Head Way

2.30pm Doggy Day Out - celebrate our canine friends with a novelty dog show, pet advice, stalls & exercise.

4pm Car Treasure Hunt - not a race but a test of observation and puzzle solving skills. Teams of 4 ideally.

5pm Road Bowling

Music in local pubs till late

Sun 5 Regatta (bring own life jacket for all water events) - Coastal Gig Racing, Kayak Racing (for all ages kayaks provided), Craft & Produce Fair, Kiddies Entertainment Area with novelty races, obstacle courses & a climbing wall with a difference. Side shows, the infamous raft race, good food, live music & much more.

Music in local pubs till late

Mon 6 3pm The Jack Tobin Memorial Fishing Competition, BBQ your catch afterwards. 3.30pm Walking Treasure Hunt

Tues 7 45 Progressive Card Drive

Check out www.ahakista.org, 'What's on Sheep's Head' Facebook page or (086) 6007980 for further info.

 

 

Carrigboy School

Carrigboyns NS has received a Discover Primary Science and Maths Excellence Award for 2011/2012.

Thanks to all the pupils and staff for their hard work in preparing projects and experiments throughout the year.

Thanks to everyone who attended our Science Fair which was again a huge success with pupils showing parents, grandparents and anyone who attended their work and demonstrating their scientific experiments and maths projects.

On June 19, Carrigboy were victorious in the Sciath na Scol final after a hard fought battle against a talented Drimoleague team making it 4-in-a-row!

Thanks to all our supporters throughout the year and to Darren Stock and Mr. O'Driscoll for their help training our teams.

 

 

Muintir Bháire Community Council Newsletter

Issue 29 - www. muintirbhairecc.com - July 2012

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Muintir Bháire Community Council Newsletter

Issue 28 - www. muintirbhairecc.com - May 2012

 

 

WANTED! NOMINATIONS FOR MAYOR OF MUINTIR BHAIRE PARISH

Muintir Bhaire Foroige Club are seeking nominations for MAYOR of Muintir Bhaire Parish.
We want to honour achievement and celebrate success so that others may be Inspired to follow.

We want to promote one of Muintir Bhaire's greatest assets- our people.

You can nominate anyone whose contribution has singled them out as deserving of recognition or people can nominate a friend who goes far beyond the call of duty in helping and supporting others or the community.

How to submit a nomination:
'Nominees must Jive in the Muintir Bhaire Parish and be aged 18 years or older
Nomination forms can be found in local businesses in the Muintir Bhair Parish or alternatively you can submit the name of your nominee together with their contact details and the reason why they should named Mayor of Muintir Bhaire Parish via email to mbforoigeclub(@)gmail.com

Closing date for nominations — Friday, 27th July 2012

The results will be announced on Sunday, 5th August at the Ahakista Regatta.

 

SAVE THE DATE

Scoraiocht at the Black Gate on Sunday, June 3rd from 7:30pm. Enjoy an evening of interesting storytelling, music and songs by members of the community.

Try your luck in the raffle with spot prizes. Entry fee of €5 includes refreshments. This event
is a fundraiser for the Muintir Bhaire Community Council.

See you there!

 

 

Sheep's Head Easter Run a great success!

THE inaugural Sheep's Head Run took place in ideal weather conditions on Easter Saturday. A total of 331 people took part in this new 10k road race.

An unusual feature was that roughly 54 per cent of those who took part were women, well up on the usual 35 per cent seen in most races.

The winner of the men's race was Don Keohane of Eagle AC in a time of 36:02, while Maura Regan of the same club was the winner in the women's section.

Congratulations are extended to local participants Michael Harrington and Sean Levis who finished seventh and eleventh, respectively.

Full details of the runners and results are available on the 'running in Cork' blog at corkrunning.blogspot.com

The Ahakista Rowing Club wishes to extend its sincere thanks to all the people of the locality who worked so hard to make the event such a resounding success. The club also wishes to thank its sponsors and the participants who came from far and near.

The proceeds of the event will go towards the day-to -day running of the club. Photographs can be seen on the Sheep's Head Easter Run Facebook page.

 

Muintir Bhaire Foroige Club update

MEMBERS of the youth club have been very busy over the past number of months.

Garda Brendan O'Dwyer and Garda Damien White gave a talk at one of our club nights.

Some of our members took part in the Sheep's Head Easter Run and others volunteered to help out with the refreshments.

Our club members helped out at the Easter Egg Hunt and took part in the National Spring Clean beach clean­up in April.

We had a pizza and movie night and we went to Foroige Club discos in Skibbereen and in Clonakilty.

We would like to say a big thank you to the Cork Orienteering Club who kindly offered to show our club what is involved in orienteering and we would also like to say thank you to beautician Catriona McCarthy, beautician, for providing a skincare talk and make­up demonstration for our club members recently.

We are taking a break from our weekly Friday night club nights from the end of April until the beginning of September, but we have a few activities planned for the coming months and these include:

A fundraising, guided walk on the Sheep's Head Way at the end of May (only open to members of Foroige Clubs in West Cork).

Helping out with the Tidy Towns initiatives in our area this year.

Launching the search for the Mayor of Muintir Bhaire Parish in May to honour achievement and celebrate Muintir Bhaire's greatest asset our people! See above for more details.

Plans to build some rafts for the Ahakista Regatta Raft Race. Work will commence on this project in July.

A registration night for members (existing and new) to join the club for 2012/2013 will take place in early September and the weekly club nights will recommence mid-September.

Foroige is the leading youth organisation in Ireland working with some 57,000 young people aged 10—18 years of age through volunteer-led clubs and staff-led projects.

 

Sheep's Head Producers' Market is back!

THE Sheep's Head Producers Market is now in its second year!

The success of the first season was very encouraging and after a winter break there was plenty of renewed enthusiasm to get us going again.

The 2012 season kicked off on Easter Sunday. With the weather staying fine, a good crowd of local residents and tourists enjoyed their browsing and shopping. There was a great range of produce with nine regular stallholders from last year and two new stalls making their debut.

The variety of local produce and crafts is continuing to expand. Currently, we have fresh bread, cakes and home baking (including gluten-free options), jams, sauces and preserves, fresh eggs, veggies, potatoes, potted plants as well as paintings, cards, pottery, and other home-made crafts. A new addition is traditional home-made carrageen milk pudding!

All our stallholders are residents, making or growing their produce on the Peninsula.

The market was originally set up specifically to provide an outlet for locally-produced food or crafts and to encourage small-scale, local enterprise as a source of income.

Last summer's regular events attracted visitors into the area from around West Cork and the market has already enabled a couple of'cottage industry' style ventures to be launched.

As the variety of produce continues to increase, we expect the market to become a popular place to shop every Sunday morning. We're always interested to know what other items people might want to buy. As yet, we don't have any local meat or wide selection of dairy products, so there's definitely the opportunity for someone with initiative to fill the niche.

Contact us through the website www.sheepsheadco -operative.org or phone 0766154941.

The next market will be on the May Bank Holiday weekend, Sunday, May 6th, 11 am-1pm, and then each Sunday through to the autumn.

Find us outside Eileen's Bar in Kilcrohane Village.

 

 

"DIRECTORY*

We are developing a page on the Muintir Bhaire Community Council website
www.muintirbhairecc.com as a directory of local businesses, accommodation and services
on the Peninsula.

If you wish to be included on the website, please send your information to bccnewsletter@gmail.com

Sheep's Head Way — research highlights opportunities for local businesses

 

A RECENT study into walking in West Cork identified a need for more targeted accommodation in the Sheep's Head area for walkers such as B&B and self-catering facilities designed for the needs of such active tourists.

Grants are available from West Cork Development Partnership to help in this provision.

The research indicates there are other opportunities also, for example food premises or accommodation providers offering walker-friendly meal deals and extra-large sandwiches or retailers specialising in outdoor and hiking gear and apparel like gaiters.

See the West Cork Development Partnership website www.wcdp.ie/walking-study/ to view the full research report or contact Jean O'Sullivan at 023 8834035 for more info.

Like the Sheep's Head Way facebook page; the authentic page is THE SHEEPS HEAD WAY.