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How Cillian nearly missed Peaky role

STEVEN Knight’s 2013 Net ix series Peaky Blinders changed the course of British crime dramas forever more. Moody and dark, the show chronicles the escapades of the Black Country gang, infamous for their notoriety and tendency to stash dangerous razor blades in their peaked caps.

It follows the character of the handsome and eloquent omas Shelby — played by the wonderful Cillian Murphy — who is ambitious, cunning and shrewd as he tries to reach the top. However, Murphy has revealed how he had to persuade the creator, Knight, to cast him in the role instead of the latter’s “ rst choice who was actually the famous English actor Jason Statham, typecast for playing the Machiavellian anti-hero in riveting action-thrillers.

Statham is known for his roles in lms like e Expendables, Furious 7, Snatch, e Transporter, Collateral, e Bank Job and more.

In a recent interview with e Guardian, Murphy revealed how he auditioned for the role of the iconic omas Shelby and how tenacious he had been in convincing the creator to give him the opportunity to play Shelby on-screen. “ ere was a bit of convincing needed,” Murphy recalled.

“Initially, there may have been some doubts about whether I had the requisite physicality, which I understand. I’m not the most physically imposing individual.”

In 2020, Knight had openly revealed how he was bent upon casting Statham in the role. “I met them both in LA to talk about the role and opted for Jason. One of the reasons was because physically in the room Jason is Jason,” he said.

Talking about Murphy, he said that although Murphy was no Tommy, the actor’s text about his desire to “transform himself” intrigued him. Knight said, “If you meet him in the street he is a totally di erent human being.”

Tom Hanks’ favourite own movies

AS one of the most well-liked celebrities in all of Hollywood cinema, Tom Hanks is well known for his loveable personality illustrated by roles in such lms as Forrest Gump, Toy Story, Cast Away and e Green Mile from author Stephen King.

Having enjoyed 41 ourishing years in the industry, Hanks has provided audiences with a consistent string of compelling characters and stories.

Speaking to e Bill Simmons Podcast, Hanks recently revealed the three lms that he has enjoyed working on the most throughout his career, with some of his choices serving up a surprise. Before he started his rundown he also clari ed that these lms included his favourite personal experiences and did not have any re ection on the nal quality of the lm itself.

His rst choice was the Wachowski sisters’ sprawling sci- Cloud Atlas, also starring the likes of Halle Berry, Hugo Weaving, Bae Doona, Ben Whishaw, Hugh Grant and Susan Sarandon. Describing Cloud Atlas as a lm, “shot on a hope and a dream and nothing but a circle of love,” Hanks said: “ at was the rst time I’d ever shot extensively in Germany and I was surrounded by history.” e actor’s second choice was Cast Away from Robert Zemeckis, a lm that saw Tom Hanks make friends with a volleyball whilst descending into madness on a desert island. “We just had bold adventures when making that movie,” reported the actor, adding, “We were out in the middle of the ocean trying to grab shots. We were out in Fiji and my whole family was with me...Nothing but adventures every single day”. e baseball movie A League Of eir Own is the nal of Tom Hanks’ choices, including the lm simply because he was able to play the sport throughout the whole duration of the lm’s production.

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more you can watch if you liked Bosch

Looking for another wayward law enforcement agent in a strong city setting? Showtime’s City On A Hill is a gritty crime show set in early 1990s Boston that’s similar in tone to Bosch, but with a more antagonistic relationship between its two main characters. Kevin Bacon plays a corrupt FBI agent who uses his power for his own gains, and Aldis Hodge plays the assistant district attorney who reluctantly teams up with him in the rst season to put away some armored truck robbers. As their relationship deepens, so do the suspicions. Like Bosch, City on a Hill has throwback cop show vibes. On Sky box-sets.

You’ll look at the dusty landscape of Wyoming in Longmire and think, “ is is like Bosch?” But Walt Longmire (Robert Taylor) and Harry Bosch both reign supreme over their own turf in similar ways. Also based on a series of books (these are from author Craig Johnson), Longmire follows a sheri who does things his way because it’s the right way while also dealing with a murky past that may or may not involve some murder. Sound familiar? But most of Longmire is about cracking cases unique to the area, which includes the tension between whites and Native Americans, drug runners, and more. Six seasons are on Netflix, so this will occupy some time.

Like Harry Bosch, the titular character of this Showtime drama has some major problems both in and out of his work. Unlike Bosch, Ray Donovan (Liev Schreiber) isn’t a cop; he’s a xer for Hollywood’s elite, meaning that if you have the money, he’ll make your troubles -- whether they be dead prostitutes in your bed or a blackmailer threatening to out your sexuality -- disappear. e show is also set in the underbelly of Los Angeles, and it really feels like Ray Donovan and Bosch could exist in the same universe. Time to write the crossover episode. On Sky box-sets.

e British crime drama Luther is famous for bringing Idris Elba into the spotlight he deserves. Like Bosch, Luther is dark, but Luther takes it another step further by pitting John Luther against a series-long antagonist in Alice Morgan (Ruth Wilson), who becomes more than a mouse in their game of cat-and-mouse. And, because it’s British, seasons will be shorter than even Bosch’s 10-episode seasons; over ve seasons, Luther has racked up only 20 episodes on Sky.

If you’ve watched Bosch but have somehow missed out on watching e Wire, then please don’t talk to me until you have. e Wire is considered one of the greatest shows of all time, showing an un ltered, raw side of police work that’s reminiscent of Bosch’s take on the boys in blue. But e Wire spends as much time on the other side of the law as it does the cops, following the intricate web of Baltimore’s criminal gangs to create a Dickensian tapestry of an entire ecosystem. Plus, Bosch’s Lance Reddick and Jamie Hector both got their break in e Wire in major roles. On Sky box-sets.

Kilkenny GAA clubs and Community news

SENIOR FOOTBALL Clara made the long trip south to Mooncoin on Tuesday of last week to play the home team in the quarter final of the 2021 Senior football championship. They came away with a 1-8 to 1-2 victory over a team that was still su ering the a er e ects of their Junior hurling county final celebrations. The first quarter was a scoreless one and Mooncoin remained without a score up to hal ime. Liam Ryan opened Clara’s account and further points by Alan Coleman and Joe Connolly from a free had Clara 0-3 to 0-0 up at the interval. When Tom Ryan, Kevin Nolan (2) and Joe Connolly from another free tacked on four more unanswered points in the third quarter, this game looked over. Moreover Kevin’s second point was from a penalty, which was deflected over by the Mooncoin goalkeeper. Then suddenly Mooncoin awoke from their slumber and scored a quick 1-2 to leave just two points between the teams. Clara, having owned the ball for most of the contest, were suddenly under pressure but their response was impressive and a point by Tom Ryan followed by a Peter Nolan goal closed out the scoring. Clara’s reward was a home semi final clash with five in a row seeking champions Mullinavat. Team - Brian Prendergast, Dara Glynn, David Langton, Paul Murphy. James Casey, Conor O Shea, Liam Ryan 0-1. Ciarán Prendergast, Alan Coleman 0-1. Joe Connolly 0-2f, Kevin Nolan 0-2, Jack Langton. Brandon Ryan, Tom Ryan 0-2, Sean O Shea. Subs used Bill Cody, Peter Nolan 1-0, Lester Ryan. MULLINAVAT MARCH ON Then on Sunday morning, Mullinavat made the trip northwards to face Clara in the semi final. Clara opened brightly and led by two points to no score a er eight minutes, courtesy of a Kevin Nolan free and a Liam Ryan e ort. Then a second yellow card dished out to midfielder Ciarán Prendergast le Clara at a numerical disadvantage and it was always going to be a big ask from there. Mullinavat slowly took over and a penalty goal just before hal ime le them 1-5 to 0-2 ahead. The second half was all Mullinavat and Clara only added two further points, one in each quarter from Tom Ryan and an Alan Coleman free. The five in a row chasing Southerners scored regularly and ran out easy 2-14 to 0-4 winners. Clara tried hard but were no match for a well drilled outfit. Nevertheless it was an enjoyable campaign for the Clara lads and credit to the management of David and Pat Mulrooney for their e orts. Team - Brian Prendergast, Dara Glynn, David Langton, Paul Murphy. Liam Ryan, Conor O Shea, James Casey. Ciarán Prendergast, Alan Coleman. Lester Ryan, Kevin Nolan, Jack Langton. Joe Connolly, Tom Ryan, Peter Molloy. Subs used Bill Cody, Brandon Ryan.

U13s WIN The Clara U13 footballers had a very good win over Glenmore at home on Sunday morning. This puts them through to the semi final of the championship. 3-6 to 2-6 was how it finished. Well done boys! Team - Matthew Cooke, Ollie Butler, Lucas Healy, Liam Treacy. Sam Corr, Peter Firbank, Sam Lawlor. Padraic Meany 1-2, Dara Leamy 1-1. Ruairí Bowden Mullin, Aidan O Connell, Michael Meany. Ciarán Gibbons 1-3, Orí Phelan, Darragh Kenny. Sub Jim Carrigan. CAMOGIE Well done to the three Clara girls who were nominated for the Kilkenny Senior club team of the year recently. Sisters Rebecca and Aisling Nolan were nominated as defenders while Mary O Connell was nominated in the forward line. Voting for that team is open to the public on the Camogie website. U22s BOW OUT St. Brigids Ballycallan had a richly deserved 1-13 to 2-6 win at home to Clara on Sunday in the quarter final of the championship. This competition was increased to U22 this year because last years championship didn’t take place due to covid. Brigids hit the ground running and a er Peig Carrigan had equalised their opening score they kicked on and led 1-3 to 0-1 at the water break. The second quarter was more of the same with a Keara Ryan free all that Clara had to show for their e orts. The interval arrived with the Ballycallan girls 1-7 to 0-2 ahead. Several of the Clara girls had been sick in bed all week and the lack of energy was evident in their play. They had also had a number of first half wides which didn’t help their cause. Now facing the strong breeze, it would have been very easy for these Clara lassies to hang their heads and give up, but this group have never done that and true to form, they carried the fight to St. Brigids for the second half. A goal each from Emma Shortall and Katie Ryan helped cut the deficit to a very respectable four points before the end. However when the final whistle sounded it had to be said that Brigids were the better team here and the curtain came down on a long season for a lot of these Clara girls. Well done to them for their never say die attitude and well done also to the management of Mícheál Nolan and John Murphy, who was absent here through illness. Team - Lucy Cody, Anna Walpole, Rachel Whelan 0-1f, Grace Barcoe. Gráinne Glynn, Laoise Nolan, Katie Ryan 1-1, 0-1f. Keara Ryan 0-3, 0-2f, Rebecca Nolan. Emma Shortall 1-0, Niamh Ward, Maria Shortall. Peig Carrigan 0-1, Margaret O Connell, Aoife Treacy. Sub Niamh Brickell.

CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of this week’s Club Lotto (Nov 16th) Numbers Drawn were 1, 8, 15, 24 Bonus 17 Next Week’s Jackpot will be €8,600 (Nov 23rd) www. oloughlingaels.com/lotto Promotors Draw : 1. Paddy Hayes c/o Paddy Greene 2. Anita Corcoran c/o Anne Cullen 3. Veronica Power c/o Esther Maher 4. Johnny Walsh c/o Neil Loy 5. Tommy & Imelda Galvin c/o Mary Deegan 6. Stephen Sheridan c/o Neil Loy 7. Denise Brennan c/o Damien O’Connell 8. Kevin McGarry c/o Online 9. Marina Tyrrell c/o Online 10. Sandra Rochford c/o Online Thank you for your continued support Please play again www.perfectoprint.ie TEAM NEWS A couple of results the weekends’s action. Well done to our intermediate Footballers who won their championship game over Blacks & Whites with a 6 point advantage, keeping sponsors Pat Carroll’s of Ballybought Street very happy. Unfortunately it wasn’t to be for our u15s who lost out to James Stephens in a very competitive County Final at St. Johns Park on Sunday morning. Unlucky not to get a few big scores but a huge e ort again as is to be expected from this group. Well done to their team mate Jack Johnson however who couldn’t play today’s game due to a boxing commitment in England coming away with the Gold Medal in the 52kg category representing Marble City Boxing Club . Also on Sunday the O’Loughlin Gaels Camogie Club u22s got their championship o to a flyer with an emphatic win over Ballyhale. Their next round will be at St. Johns Park on Sunday morning. All the details on the clubs social media. Next Saturday we look to our u21 hurlers when they play Dicksboro in the hurling championship in Palmerstown at 1:30pm. Be there to support our teams. Sponsors: Pat Robert Carroll McCarthy Eurospar Ireland MacDonagh Junction Shopping Centre A.G.Ms The GAA Club Annual General Meeting has been scheduled to take place on the 8th of December at 7:30pm. The Camogie Club A.G.M takes place at 8pm on December 6th.

CHRISTMAS FAIR The annual Christmas Fair organised by Ionad Lachtain Church Arts and Heritage Centre returns next weekend to the Square Freshford on Sunday next 28th November .The usual gi s including knitted toys and garments, origami, art and woodwork will be on sale. Locally produced soaps, cards and local literature including Friggers Alley and “In Slips , the history of the coursing in Freshford will also be available. You are asked to please support the event. DEATH The death took place last week at Tinnypark Nursing Home of Mrs Anne Gormley (nee O’Kee e). She was predeceased several years earlier by her late husband Eugene. The deceased who was in her 90s was originally from Inistioge County Kilkenny and spent many years in Dublin before retiring back to Freshford. She was a resident in the local St.Catherines

Katie Bourke (C), Emma Dalton, Caoimhe Nolan, Isabel Carroll, Muireann Flynn, Madison Walsh, Aoife Garry, Gabriella Dermody, Aoibh Carroll

Kilkenny GAA clubs and Community news

Caitlin Dermody (C), Aoibhinn McCarthy, Aillie Gibbons, Nessa Gibbons, Abigeal O’KaneFaith Long, Phoebe Long, Olivia Marnell, Caoilinn O’Rouoke, Kathie Ryan

Ciara Hickey receiving the cup from Mrs Sheila Dowling Killeen Private Nursing Home until its closure in 2017 when she moved to Tinnypark. She is sister of former postmistress Ms.Kay Julian, Kilkenny Street. Her funeral mass took place in St.Lachtains Church Freshford on Thursday morning last followed by burial in Bohernabreena Cemetery, Dublin. She is mourned by her sisters Kay and Nora, her brothers John and Philip, sisters in law, nephews, nieces and extended family to whom sincere sympathy is extended. KINNANE CUP AND MCGREE SHIELD The annual Kinane and McGree Memorial tournament finals took place on Sunday last. The competitions are run each year in the memory of the two young lads, Philip Kinnane and Colin McGree who both died tragically at a young age. The pre-liminary rounds of the competitions were held on Sunday 7th with the finals played on Sunday last. The final of the Colin McGree tournament saw Bobby Darcy’s side take on Tadhg Bolger’s team with Bobby’s team coming out winners. In the final of the Philip Kinnane Cup Cian O’Connor’s team took on Liam Kenny Landers side with Cians team finished up winners. The Colin McGree trophy was presented to the winning captain Bobby by Shane McGree and the Kinnane Cup was presented to the winning captain Cian by Eoin Dalton, Chairman of Bord na nOg. The organising committee wish to thank special John Guinan for refereeing both finals on the day. Also thanks to the McGree and Kinnane families for their continue suppot in these fantastic underage competitions. Big thanks also to the mentors and players for their fantastic work throughout the year and they look forward to see you all in 2022. WINNING TEAM – KINANE CUP: C.O’Connor(capt), C.Kavanagh, J.Walsh, N.Walsh, J.Marnell, S.Gray, P.Dermody A.Dalton, J.Geraghty F.Condon. Runners Up : L. Kenny Landers (Capt) P.Brennan, M.Hickey, B. O’Gorman, S.Eardley, H.Carroll, M.O’Neill, B.Looby, L.Dermody Winning Team – MCGREE SHIELD : B.Darcy (Capt) , D.Ryan, P.McCarthy, A.Walsh, P.O’Connor, J.Bolger, B.McGree, L.McCarthy, T.Dalton Runners up- T.Bolger (Capt) S.Looby, T.O’Kane, C.Dalton, J.Dermody, J.Kavanagh, F.Martin, I.Carroll S.Walsh

BAPTISM Congratulations to the proud parents of Baby Michael Owen Morrissey, Clashacrow Freshford who was baptised at St.Lachtains Church on Sunday a ernoon last. Owen and Majella have two other children. DAY CARE CENTRE Freshford Day care centre reopened recently and will continue each Wednesday at 2pm in the GAA Club rooms. The Centre has been closed since the start of the pandemic. It is hoped to see all the former members return and new members are also very welcome both male and female. You will get a cup of tea and have a chat and a game of bingo. The Day care centre was greatly missed by the people during the pandemic and so it is great to see it back open. BIRTHDAY Special birthday wishes go out to local lad Padraig Donnelly of Ballylarkin who celebrated a very special birthday last weekend Padraig who is an ardent member of St.Lachtains Hurling teams since his underage schoolboys days reached the big 21. SOCCER Freshford Town had number of underage teams in action at the weekend . The U13 boys took on Deen Celtic and came out winners on a 4-2 scoreline with goals from Jack Marnell (2) Charlie Kavanagh and Michael Hicky. The U15 boys played Stoneyford and Freshford came out winning 4-1. Cian Donnelly hit the net twice for Freshford Town with Michael Bergin getting two more.. Well done also to the U9s and U11 boys and girls with some super work put in again and some fine goals scored by all age groups. Keep up the good work.

U8s The training sessions for U8s will resume on Saturday next at the Sportsfield at Woodview from 12noon to 1pm with Gary in charge as usual. All boys from 5 to 8 years old are welcome so go along and join up. SQUASH The Connacht Masters over 40s was held in Galway Lawn Tennis Squash and Badminton Club recently with some local men taking part. Pat Morrissey Ard Lachtain winning the final. Pat played 3 games over Friday and Saturday and beat Colin Trais from Westwood 3-0 and then beat Nigel Peyton from Fitzwilliam 3-1 and then went on to beat Neil Pollock from Ulster 3-0 in the final. There was a great turn out, the biggest masters tournament with over 90 men and women entered. Another local man Noel Walsh from Sart Freshford playing in the 0ver 45s was unlucky to be narrowly beaten. CAMOGIE The annual Peggy Dowling memorial tournament took place recently with a big turnout. The final saw Ciara Hickeys team claim the Cup and the presentation was made by Sheila Dowling Killeen to Ciara. Sheila also presented the Shield to winning captain Ruby Campion. Well done to all who took part and all the mentors and organisers. As always, the tournament produced an excellent standard of camogie skills by all players, with everyone working so hard, and fighting to the final whistle. The Cup final was won by Ciara Hickey’s team in an excellent contest against Caitlin Dermody’s team, and the Shield Final was won by Ruby Campion’s team a er a hard-fought battle against Katie Burke’s team. Thank you to the Dowling family and to all our club volunteers over both weekends – especially our referees, umpires, and mentors. IONAD LACHAIN St.Lachtains Church Museum and Arts Centre is open each Saturday and Sunday from 11.30am to 4.30pm on Saturdays and from 12.30pm to 4.30pm on Sundays. New display cabinets have been installed and filled with a host of interesting artefacts and some beautiful cra work is also on sale. So why not drop in and see for yourself MACRA NA FEIRME Macra na Feirme are looking to establish a new club in the Freshford area. Macra na Feirme is an organisation for young people between the ages of 17 and 35 who are interested in getting involved in sports, travel drama, debating or just want to meet new people and have some fun. To be a member of Macra you must join a Macra club in your area. This will open the door to new fiends and new activities. There are hundreds of clubs across Ireland bursting with activity who always welcome a new face. For more information please contact Training and Development O icer – Michael Wall on 0868359891 or email him at mwall@macra.ie .GAA NEWS Dog night – A great crowd turned up recently at Kilkenny Greyhound stadium for the benefit night hosted by St.Lactains GAA Club. As part of the night there was a ra le which was greatly supported and the lucky winners were: 1st prize- Jack Hickey 2nd prize- Podge Sweeney, 3rd prize- Joan Grace , 4th prize- Lucy Cody and 5th prize- Rohan Keaghy.The Committee wish to thank all those who supported the event. WALKING GROUP A walking group has started and will continue on Thursday evening leaving the GAA clubrooms at 8pm All new members regardless of fitness levels are most welcome. It is open to all and everyone is encouraged to bring a friend along . SPEEDY RECOVERY Best wishes for a speedy recovery go out to local man Brian Kavanagh, Buncrussia Street Freshford from all his friends in Freshford and at St.Lachtains GAA Club. Brian is recovering from surgery at

St.Vincents Hospital Dublin and missed the big final recently. Brian has been a hard working committee member of the local club for many years. PARISH NEWS With attendance at Masses almost back to normal Mass in the Parish Church each Wednesday morning at 9.30am and on Sunday morning at 11am.wiith Mass in Tulla church on Saturday evenings at 8pm. While the obligation to attend Sunday mass is still suspended you are encouraged to return. At this time all safety measures remain in place which includes wearing of masks, social distancing and hand sanitising and full sanitation of the Church a er every celebration The restoration of the Stations of the Cross in the Church continues with ten now completed and just four more to go . In order to continue the work you are invited to sponsor one of the stations maybe with your family or a group of your friends. The sponsors will be included in a special roll of honor displayed in the church as a lasting legacy. For further information re same you are asked to please contact Monsignor Kennedy NOTICES The parish newsletter is available on their website every week and also on the website you are free to pay your dues and make donations or any other contributions and you can find out more about it on the website or feel free to contact Jennifer in the Parish O ice. Please note community notices for the parish newsletter should be le in or emailed to the Parish O ice by 11am on Thursdays. Mass Cards Special printed parish cards are available at the Parish O ice or from Annette at Tulla Church signed by Monsignor Kennedy. You can contact the Parish o ice on 056 8832843 or by email – freshfordd@ossory. ie. Contact Mongr Kieron Kennedy on that number or on 087 25235

COMMUNITY ALERT With winter upon us now and the dark evenings and long nights you are reminded to take care of yourself and take care of your elderly neighbours or friends. Make sure get out if you can during daylight and get some exercise

HELP FOR ALL Are you struggling with anxiety or depression or finding life di icult or feeling isolated at this time GROW is there to help you. Their Mental Health support Groups are free and confidential and open to all no referral or booking is needed. For more information on same you can contact Mary on 087 284342If you cant cope and need support text HELLO to 50808.SAMARITAN - Whatever you’re going through a Samaritan will face it with you – available 24 hours a day 365 days a year – Freephone 1161Alone is available for older people who need support and you can call them on 0818 222024 (8am to 8pm) AMBER KILKENNY WOMENS REFUGE – is available for confidential support relating to domestic violence - call them on 1850 424244 (24/7) or on 056 7771404 or email into@ amberwomensrefuge.ie.

DUNNAMAGGIN GAA The November Development fund lotto syndicate Draw Winners are:- €100 Frankie Hughes, €100 Willie Kearney Snr, €50 Aaron Donherty, €50 Declan Donoghue.

DUNNAMAGGIN LOCAL LOTTO Local Lotto: Winning Numbers : 16,25,36. No winner. Winners, Draw for 5 x € 30 ,William Barry(Mags Cahill ), Shane Cahill (Mags Cahill ),Karen Kirwan(Kathleen Kirwan ), Margaret Sheridan ( Joe Sheridan ), Sinead ( Kathleen Kirwan ) Jackpot next Week November 22nd € 3,700. Venue: Delaney’s Bar in Kells at 9pm. Everyone Welcome. BINGO Bingo on Saturday nights in St Eoghans Centre Kilmoganny suspended until further notice. CHRISTMAS FAIR The Dunnamaggin Development Group are hosting their third Christmas Fair on December 5th from 11.30am to 4pm. We are planning an extra special fair for Christmas, so watch this space We still have outdoor spaces available for traders, if you would like to join us on our fun festive day please message the facebook page Dunnamaggin Community News for more information. ONLINE TRAINING FREE online training sessions for PPN members! Over the next month Kilkenny PPN are o ering the following four FREE trainings to member groups via ZOOM. The online trainings are being delivered by trainers from the Carmichael Centre in Dublin. Board Roles & Responsibilities - Tuesday, 30th Nov, 6pm to 9pm by Marian Barnard New Options for Funding - Thursday, 2nd Dec, 6pm to 8pm by Liam Scollan Charities Governance Code - Tuesday, 7th Dec, 6pm to 8.30pm by Marian Barnard For more information and to register contact Kilkenny PPN at pppnkilkenny@ kilkennycoco.ie or call 056 7794255/087 2677281. AMBER WAVING WORKSHOPS AT YULEFEST Join Amber’s One Million Stars for a star weaving workshop at Butler Gardens for Yulefest. Learn how to weave an eight pointed Christmas star in a fun and supportive environment. Star weaving kits are provided for each participant. Each eight-point star represents light, hope and solidarity against violence. Tie your woven star to the LOVE star installation or on one of the star spangled Yulefest Christmas trees in the Castle Yard and help Amber reach the goal of One Million Stars to End Violence in Ireland. Parent + child (parents go free!) and Adult workshops available. Places are limited. Tuesday 30/11 11am – 12pm Adults workshop (over 18s) Orangerie at Butler House & Garden TICKETS AT : https://www. eventbrite.ie/e/amberstars-for-yulefest-weavingworkshops-adult-workshopsover-18s-tickets-208594631157 Thursday 02/12 4-5pm Parent & Child workshop. Orangerie in Butler House & Garden. TICKETS AT : https:// www.eventbrite.ie/e/ amber-stars-for-yulefestweaving-workshopstickets-208709023307 KILKENNY YULE FEST 2021 Kilkenny is going to be twinkling with atmosphere this Christmas with Yulefest events across the City and County providing entertainment for all ages and highlighting Kilkenny shops, businesses and experiences. With a programme that includes winter markets, outdoor movies, pop-up parks, Santa visits, live music, and fireworks; kilkenny county Council is welcoming everyone to come celebrate ‘Christmas in Kilkenny’! Yulefest will launch on November 27th with Santa’s epic eco arrival across Kilkenny City, starting at 2pm at the Canal Square. Check out the full programme on www. yulefestkilkenny.ie

DEVELOPMENT DRAW. Just 2 Weeks to the Draw! Tickets available from any committee member, team mentors and others. The Club really appreciates everyone who has agreed to sell tickets again this year. We encourage all of the Dicksboro Community to try and support when asked. This fundraiser supported the Ball Wall and Pitch Drainage Projects over the past 2 years With your support we hope to continue with development plans and we are aiming for further facilities and pitch upgrades for 2022, more details coming soon. CLUB BAR The Clubhouse Bar has re-opened and cards continue in the club on Thursday evenings. The Committee have been busy, the lights are on and the shelves are stacked. Vaccination Certs required and table service will be in place. All are welcome. COFFEE DOCK Our new co ee machine was up & running in our clubhouse co ee dock area on saturday mornings.

CLUB LOTTO Dicksboro GAA Club LOTTO Results November 17th Nos: 22–18– 23– 1. Jackpot: €5400– not won Draw Prizes – €50: Anne Foley c/o online €25 each Lisa Hanrick c/o online. €25 each Tony Preston c/o F and E Morrissey €25 each Davie Kenny c/o T and J Knox €25 each Gemma Murray c/o online Promotors Prize Ned Buggy Next weeks draw 5500 November 25th

SENIOR FOOTBALL Our Senior Football team were beaten in the Semi Final on Friday Night in Thomastown v Thomastown a er extra time. Hard luck to all involved.

U19 HURLERS Our Under 19 hurler A and B teams were in semi final and final action this week against Mooncoin and Graiguenamagh and Thomastown. Winning the county final on Sunday in Nowlan Park. Well done to all involved.