Welcome to the December Edition of Rosslare Newsletter As memorable years go, 2020 must be up there in everyone’s top five. January and February proceeded along at their usual pace, then Covid-19 came along and turned our world upside down! A leisurely stroll through the supermarket aisles became a military operation and we became experts overnight in the art of zooming. It’s been a challenging time. But as is so often the case when catastrophe strikes, particularly in small communities, the village came together in a spirit of co-operation and a willingness to help those who needed it, and Rosslare Volunteers Group was up and running within days of the first announced lockdown. Prescriptions were filled and delivered, essential shopping was organised, newspapers were dropped through letterboxes; a phone call was all that was needed for somebody to put up their hand and say “Leave that one with me”. To everyone who helped, and who continue to help, your efforts are hugely appreciated. We’re not out of the woods yet, but we have reason to hope that 2021 might bring back a semblance of normality. As Christmas approaches, we remain mindful of those among us who might need a little extra boost this year and the Toy appeal, a joint venture launched by Rosslare Development Association, Rosslare Community Development Association and Cois Barry House, is now under way. You can donate up to 20th December; new toys for the Under 12s can be dropped at any of the collection points in the village – see our back page for more details. The Community Centre has a busy year ahead. As detailed in our Annual Review, we have secured funding for two projects aimed at enhancing our facilities in and we will be concentrating on raising the balance of €20k. Our first event of the year is the January Walkathon – between noon on 2 Jan and noon on 3 January, your family or group can book an hour-long slot on our track and make a start on whittling away those Christmas calories. Slots cost €50 and sponsorship cards are available from Rosslare Community Centre or from John on 087 982 9350 or Eddie on 085 1271954. All proceeds go towards our community projects. We plan to undertake a long awaited refurbishment of Green Court 1 &2 early in 2021, so we’ll be shipshape for the Summer ahead.
GIFT IDEA 2021 Family membership
Christmas Toy Appeal
2nd/3rd January Walkathon
Wishing all of you a peaceful Christmas, and the very best for 2021
Keep in touch
To Contact Rosslare Community & Sports Centre Call us on 053 9132202 Email rcda@outlook.ie Website www.rosslareholidayresort.ie
Christmas Opening Hours New 2 U Charity Boutique - We will be closed from Tuesday 22nd December at 12.30 and will re-open on Wednesday 6th January 2021 New Year = new wardrobe! Centra Rosslare - Tel: 053-9173060 22/23 Dec 8am -9pm.Christmas Eve 8 – 5pm. Christmas day – CLOSED. 26 Dec 10 – 3pm. New Years Day – 10 – 5pm. Boggan’s Londis – Tel: 0539132590 Seating area. Christmas Eve open 8am-6pm. Christmas Day 25th Dec Closed. 26th Dec Open 11am – 4pm. New Years Day 9am-9am for Fuel, blocks & gas. His’N’Hers Hair Salon – Tel: 053-9132590– Great Hair at Great Prices! Rosslare Pharmacy - Tel: 0539173414 Open 9-4 pm Christmas Eve. Closed 25/26/27 Dec. & Jan 1st otherwise normal opening 9am-6pm Mon to Sat. See our great range of Christmas Gifts. Find us on Facebook. Scoil Mhuire N.S, Rosslare - Closing Friday 22ndth December @ 12:30pm & Re-opening on Wednesday 6th January 2021 White House Montessori School - will be closing on Tuesday 22nd December– Monday 66h January 2020 Call Deirdre on 0539132635/0878268203 Lollitots – Closed from Thursday 24th December to Tuesday 5th January (inclusive) 0539132770 Men’s Shed/Women’s Shed. The sheds are not meeting at the moment; we hope to be able to resume normal service in 2021 – keep an eye on Facebook for updates Outdoor Bowling Club – For info call 087 771 7098 Bowling Wed, except Christmas Day. New members always welcome! Befriending Group – We offer free and friendly companionship to older people through weekly visits and telephone calls. Our volunteers receive training and are Garda vetted. We complement other services such as home help, home c-are etc., but DO NOT replace these services. Professional and self-referrals welcome. For more information, call 085 852 6866 or contact ‘Befrienders,’ RCDA, Rosslare “Together we can combat loneliness”. Coast Rosslare - Tel: (053) 913 2010. Closed from 5pm 24th Dec and re-opening on 27th December Kelly’s Resort Hotel - Tel: 053 9132114 www.kellys.ie Re-opens on 12th February 2021 Kelly’s Deli Closed on Christmas Day. Opening hours may vary during the holiday period Rosslare Golf Club – Tel: 053-9132203 Closed Christmas Day only
Don’t forget to
SHOP LOCAL this Christmas
Community Information Rosslare Community & Sports Centre Membership Renewals Jan 2020 Great gift idea for Christmas, the gift that keeps on giving! ONLY €100 Family Membership (parents, grandparents & children) Individual Memberships Available Tennis, Playground, Running Track & Bowls! Walkathon Have you booked your slot for the Community Walkathon. Running from midday on 2nd January to midday on 3rd January. Families/groups can walk safely together in their chosen slot - each group is asked to donate €50. Sponsorship cards available from the Community Centre. Watch those Christmas calories melt away! We will close on Tuesday 22nd December 2020 at 12:30pm and will reopen on Monday 4th January 2021 at 9am.
LOCAL INformation Post office dates Rosslare Post Office – Tel: 053-9132101 Don’t miss out on posting your letters to your loved ones, here are the latest posting dates for you to ensure delivery before Christmas... Ireland: Parcels & Letters – December 21st Northern Ireland: Parcels & letters December 19th Britain: Parcels & Letters – December 18th Europe: Parcels - December & Letters- December 17th World: Parcels - December & Letters - December 7th
Mass times St. Brigid’s Church, Rosslare Mass Times 24th Dec/Christmas Eve & 25th Dec/Christmas Day St. Marys Church, Tagoat Mass Times 24th Dec/Christmas Eve & 25th Dec/Christmas Day Please contact Fr James for Christmas arrangements Church of Ireland – Kilscoran Union Services Please contact direct for details of Christmas arrangements