Virginia
Orla Smith, Lakeview, Virginia, is again representing Ireland in the World Powerlifting Championships.
A young mother of two, her year began with an impressive first place in her weight class, the Nationals were held in Castleblaney last March.
She is now the proud holder of two World records and four European records.
Having qualified at this event she went on to represent Ireland at the European Championships which were held in Grangemouth, Scotland in June.
Again she was triumphant and took home first place in the "Equipped" and "Un-equipped" sections in her weight class.
She will now represent Ireland in Scotland on the 17th and 18th November. Competition will be tough with 170 lifters, all from different weight classes and drawn from 14 different countries.
Orla is the only person from Cavan on the Irish squad of 37.
We wish Orla every success and know she is training hard as always which no doubt is the secret of her continuing success.
Credit Union Christmas gifts
Virginia Credit Union have some very novel and practical Christmas present ideas. There are Gift Certificates for Membership and all the lucky recipient has to do is bring in their birth certificate and claim their new book within 3 months. They can than enjoy all the wonderful benefits of membership.
Why not give one of their Gift Tokens where whatever amount you choose can be lodged to a loved ones account. What better gift could you give a person than a lump-sum to help them get a start at being a regular saver.
The Virginia Office is open 5 days from Tuesday to Saturday 9.30 to 6 and closed for lunch 1to 2pm. One of the friendly staff will be happy to help you choose the perfect gift for your special person.
Billis whist
There will be a whist-drive in Billis Hall Tuesday 13th November 8-30 p.m. All Welcome.
Lurgan Area
Community Games
presentation night
The Community Games Presentation Night will take place on Friday, 9th November, at 7.30 p.m. in Billis Hall. Everyone is welcome to come along and celebrate the achievements of all the young participants in Community Games during the past year.
Kempo Karate
Cavan Kenpo Karate Academy has completed another successful belt test. On Saturday 27th October, twenty-six members displayed their knowledge and ability of Kenpo to Prof. Ed Downey, 7th Degree Black Belt.
Also in attendance was their instructor Mícheál Watters, 1st Degree Black Belt.
Three candidates tested for their yellow belt, eighteen for their orange belt, two for their purple belt and three for their blue belt.
As a result of this test, the Academy now has its first blue belts.
The Academy will celebrate its second anniversary at the end of this month.
This is a great achievement for such a young organisation.
The students should be very proud of their progress to date.
Fergus O'Connell, Ciaran Flynn and Reece O'Reilly earned their yellow belt. Aimee Cunniffe, Jacob Maples, Conor O'Brien, Fionn O'Reilly, Cian Smith, Ben Swinburne, Aidan Tierney, Katie Byrne, Rebecca Hornby, Ciara Hornby, Ryan Clarke, Owen Dunne, Pauric Flanagan, Callam Leakey, Paul Murray, Kate O'Connell, Amber Redmond and Rachel Lynch were promoted to orange belt. Joshua Maples and Brian Gill earned their purple belt. Darren Cole, Darragh Gill and Dean Smith were promoted to blue belt.
There are three openings in the beginner white belt class for ages 5 to 7 and eight openings in the 8 to 16 years class. Classes are held at the Maghera Mac Finns GFC.
Kenpo karate is a modern self defence system. For additional information, please contact Mr. Watters at (086) 822 6695 or (046) 924 5863.
Mother and Toddler group
The Mother and Toddler Group will meet on Mondays for the next 6 weeks from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. After Christmas the sessions will revert to Friday mornings.
Active Virginians host Osteoporosis Society Talk.
Talk on Osteoporosis on Wednesday 7th November (after Keep Fit) by the Osteoporosis Society.
French and Spanish Conver-sation classes begin on Thursday 8th in the Riverfront Hotel. Spanish begins at 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. and French from 5 p.m. to 6.30 p.m.
Congratulations to all who took the time and effort to dress up for the Halloween Tea Dance and Fancy Dress in Crover House, Mountnugent. 20 members dressed up and 2 were prize winners.
Well done to Dracula (John) and his skeletal bride who took 3 place. Thanks to Kilnaleck Social Services for the invitation.
Well done to the Bowling team who had a convincing win against Cornafean on Thursday.
Keep Fit, Art and Crafts continue as usual. New Members always welcome.
Members attended the "Advocacy conference" in Monaghan. They were dismayed to find out that very few Senior Citizens are on the Board of the H.S.E., or any of the other State Boards.
Guest speaker was the Ombudsman for the Nursing Homes of Massachusetts. The concept of an ombudsman for nursing homes struck everyone as a fantastic idea.
Lurgan Under-Age
Anyone who wishes to buy any Lurgan Sports gear; jerseys, togs, socks or tracksuits, please give your order to Alan Costelloe next Saturday (November 10) morning between 11 and 12 at the Ramor pitch.
This is the very last opportunity to place an order this year, so if you wish to buy any gear phone Alan on 086-1703488.
Committe meeting
Monthly meeting takes place on Tuesday night, November 13th at 9 p.m. in the Ramor clubrooms.
Virginia Heritage
Virginia Heritage and North Meath Vintage groups wish to thank all who sponsored the various item for the recent Auction for the Heart Foundation.
Items included fuel, food hampers, and many other wonderful and useful items. The Auction took place at the Trashing Day at Ramor Inn, Ryefield.
The heritage book "Virginia in the By-gone days" has additional copies released and on sale locally. It is also in the County Museum, Ballyjames-duff, Johnston Library and Eason's Cavan. Price §12. It could make the ideal Christmas gift.
Death of Packy Cooney
The people of Killinkere were deeply saddened at the death of Packy Cooney, Bogensky aged 98.
He was the very worthy recipient recently of the 1st copy of the Lurganure Commemo rative Book released in June this year.
Packy held the distinction of being the oldest person in Killinkere.
His passing sees the end of a slice of our times and a deep source of oral history.
May he rest in peace.
Conversational French
The fantastic response to the launch of Conversational Classes in French is sure to argue well for a follow on course. It will commence on Thursday 8th November from 5 p.m. to 6.30 p.m., in the Riverfront Hotel.
The French class will run for 10 weeks and cost §30. All material supplied.
The Spanish classes are on hold until further notice. These classes are designed to make learning a new language fun, they will be informal in structure, designed to suit all levels of proficiency.
To avail of the few remaining places please contact Margaret at 8547519 or John at 8548232.
Beaumont Hospital
handover of cheque
Calling everyone who contributed in any way to the fantastic sum raised for Beaumont Fondation, in this year's Mini Marthon. Fundraising was organised by by Lurgan Ladies GFC and helped by Virginia College (VVS).
You are invited to the handing over of the cheque for §14,003 the proceeds from sponsorship, donations and raised directly by those who participated in the marathon.
It is hoped that there will be a full turnout of supporters of Beaumont Foundation at the Ramor Clubrooms at 12 noon on 17th November.
To date fundraising from various events run in this area have reached a running total of over §18,456.
The Keating family wish to thank all those who organised and raised funds and gave so generously to Beaumont and their continuing fight against Cancer.
Parking tickets will be issued
Despite repeated warnings motorist have been ignoring warnings by the Gardai regarding the 8 spaces either side of the Flashing Pedestrian Crossing, which are a 'No Parking Zone'.
This area is clearly marked with a white zig-zag line. The Traffic Warden will be issuing parking tickets from this week onwards to any vehicle parked within the restricted zone.
Be warned!
Remember a Zig-Zag line at a Pedestrian crossing means no parking day or night. Get the message not the ticket.
Free spirit magazine
This free publication de-mystifies complementary and alternative therapies, highlights benefits of a holistic lifestyle, introduces new products and offers some thought-provoking philosophies.
It is available in stores, salons and other outlets in Cavan, Longford, Leitrim and Monaghan.
It includes a directory of natural health stores, local therapists, services and healing centers and colleges around Ireland.
For more information please contact: Margaret Neylon 049 8547525 or Margaret Smith Tel: 049 4367877 mailto: info@freespiritmagazine.com Web:www.freespiritmagazine.com
Ramor theatre
Saturday 10th November
TG4 Gradam Ceoil 10 mBliana ag Ceol – Maire Ni Chat-hasaigh and Chris Newman in Concert.
The brilliant, innovative harping of Máire Ní Chathasaigh, Irish Traditional Musician of the Year 2001, and the astonishing virtuosity and versatility of English guitar wizard Chris Newman, make a welcome return to the Ramor.
Also on the bill are TG4's Young Musician of the Year for 2006 from Abbeyfeale, Co Limerick, Michelle Mulcahy (box and fiddle) accompanied by her sister Louise Mulcahy (Flute) and Fermanagh's Rosie Stewart a past recipient of the traditional singing award.
The concert is part of a series celebrating 10 years of TG4's Gradam Ceoil and will be recorded to be shown on TG4 at a later date. Admission €15 €12 8.00 p.m. (please note early start)
Saturday 17th November – The Drawing Room Opera Company: Presents – “Let's face the music'' – Liz Ryan presents a program that flirts with Verdi, sambas with Sondheim, and seduces with Cole Porter – Admission €15 and €12, 8.30 p.m.
Children's Film – Friday 9th November – “Nightmare be-fore Xmas''.
Friday, 16th November – “Charlottes Web''.
Friday, 23rd November – “Polar Express.''
Friday, 30th November – “Miracle on 34th Street.'' Admission €5 – commencing at 7 p.m. nightly.