Community notes Sept 26th
October 24, 2026
Educational Garden
Timoleague Educational Garden (P72DX28) has an exciting programme of events and activities planned for the autumn beginning in October. The Book Club meets on the second Tuesday of every month and the next get together will be on Tuesday, October 13th at 7.30pm. Further information can be had by contacting Sarah at (086) 2604778.
Blankets of Hope, an initiative organised by Iris House, Cancer Support, Cork will commence on Monday, October 5th. at 7.30pm. Blankets of Hope provides beautifully handmade blankets for people affected by cancer. Each blanket is a reminder that someone cares. All patterns and styles are welcome. So if you fancy joining this knitting group why not come along. Please contact Eilish at (085) 2312147 if further information is required.
Caint agus Craic as Gaeilge will recommence on Wednesday, October 7th. at 7.30pm. don’t be worried about your proficiency in the language. All levels are catered for. Contact Val at (089) 4900287 if you have any queries.
During the next few months leading up to the Christmas period, guest speakers, workshops and demos will be held at The Cabin on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights.
Paddy Keenan RIP:
The death occurred last week of renowned piper Paddy Keenan. Paddy, who had been unwell for some time died in his home in Co. Tipperary. He was a founding member of The Bothy Band which featured gifted musicians Matt Moloy, Donal Lunny, Micheal O’Domhnaill, Paddy Glackin, Tony Mc Mahon and Triona Ni Dhomhnaill. Paddy and his family lived in Timoleague for a time in the ‘80’s. He bought the Holland home, Station House. While in Timoleague he had an antique furniture shop in Clonakilty where he restored many a piece. His daughter Marjolaine attended Timoleague National School. Business wasn’t Paddy’s thing. He was happier playing the pipes and he toured extensively all over the world. Donal Lunny once described his friend Paddy as “The Jimmy Hendrix of the uillean pipes”. Paddy was buried in his home town of Trim, Co. Meath. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.
GAA Lottery Draw
There was no winner of the Argideen Rangers GAA lottery jackpot of €15,800 last weekend. The numbers drawn were 6, 11, 20, and 21. Lucky dip winners of €30 each included; Bernadette Collins,John Dinneen, Kilshinihan,Kevin & Laura and Breda O' Sullivan, Innishannon.
Next week’s draw with a jackpot of €15,900 will be held at The Brewery Bar on Sunday September 27th. Tickets at €2 each or 3 for €5 can be bought at Foley’s Centra, Pad Joe’s Bar, Monk’s Lane, Charlie Madden’s Bar, The Brewery Bar or from any club officer. Supporters of the draw are also asked to avail of modern technology by using the club’s online link by visiting www.clubspot.ie where one can avail of the user-friendly website. There is also a link to this site on the club website.
Ibane Gaels:
The minor footballers were knocked out of the football championship after a narrow extra time defeat to Naomh Abán last week. The Ibane U13 footballers had a late win away to Éire Óg in the league semi-final and Blarney provide the final opposition. The U13 hurlers beat Éire Óg again, this time in the league hurling semi-final in Timoleague. The 6.11 to 0.8 win included some fine teamwork with great individual performances from Mickey Deasy in goal, Dylan Harte and Danny Connolly.
Road Bowling:
Hannah Sexton reached the final of the Queen of the Road in Midleton last weekend and over the weekend had wins over current All Ireland Champion, Dervla Toal Mallon of Armagh and Silke Tulk the Dutch winner and 8 time title holder, On Sunday it was Germany's Anke Klopper who won the title over Hannah after a great score where the 30 year record of shots thrown was matched on the Ballinacurra Road.