HUNTER's MOON:

This Autumn full Moon typically occurs in October, when the moon rises earlier in the evening, and appears larger and brighter in the sky than many summer Moons. You may notice its orange-tinted glow illuminating the autumn landscape. According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, the name of the hunter’s Moon comes from the Algonquin Native American tribe. It was seen as a time for gathering food before winter, as the extra moonlight allowed for extended hunting and harvesting.

It is also called Drying Rice Moon, and sometimes Blood Moon or Sanguine Moon.

CHURCH MATTERS:

Sun 27th Oct, Harvest Mass: Goods donated on Sunday next are given to the Limerick Simon Community to help people who are homeless. If you wish to donate, please give non-perishable foods and thanks for your generosity. The Simon mission is to provide people experiencing homelessness with a sense of identity and promote meaningful engagement in a non-judgemental way. By providing emergency accommodation, permanent housing, access to food and support services, they build a sense of independence, hope and community.

Sun 3rd Nov, Remembrance Mass: at 7pm - therefore there will be no Sunday Morning Mass.

Thought for the Week: "The only way to get the best of an argument is to avoid it." Dale Carnegie.

CONCERN:

Their annual collection is coming up in November. Friday 1st, Collection at O'Grady's. Saturday 2nd, Church gate in Ballingarry at 7pm. Sunday 3rd, Church gate in Granagh at 7pm. As always, whatever you can give is appreciated.

LISKENNETT:

Congratulations to Helen Picha who has taken over as the new Manager of Liskennett Equine Assisted Activity Centre. Helen has been an integral part of the Liskennett team since the centre's beginnings in 2015, and has worked as a supervisor since 2016.

Coming from a family deeply rooted in horse racing, Helen’s passion for equine care and desire to help children and adults with additional needs has always shone through. Over the years, Helen has been mentored by David Doyle, further increasing her knowledge and commitment to SJF and Liskennett. We are excited for Helen to lead the team and continue to make a positive impact at Liskennett!

Pumpkin Farm: Sunday 27th & Monday 28th Oct, there may be some tickets available, check on their Facebook page or web page - www.register.enthuse.com/ps/event/LiskennettHalloweenFarm2024

ENGAGING ÉANNA:

Tue 5th Nov, 1.30pm: Biologist, environmentalist and wildlife expert Éanna Ní Lamhna will visit Kilmallock Library with an illustrated talk entitled Wonders of the Wild. Book your place by contacting Kilmallock Library on 061-556160, Admission free. As well as being a popular broadcaster, Éanna is also a decorated author and the president of the National Tree Council. Don't miss this opportunity to be inspired by one of Ireland's leading environmental commentators.

FRIARS GATE:

Friday 8th Nov 8pm: Don't miss your chance to see George Murphy & Friends! Joining George on the night are two brilliant musicians, Conor O’Sullivan and Sean Regan. Bookings: https://eventlist.store/friarsgatetheatre/fgt

SHOE BOX APPEAL:

The deadline to get your boxes in is Friday 10th November. Thanks to your outstanding donations Team Hope were able to send 176,615 shoebox gifts to children in twelve countries across Eastern Europe and Africa as part of the 2023 Christmas Shoebox Appeal. For many of these children, this is the only gift they will have received this Christmas (or in their lives before). We know every box contains cherished items that can transform a child’s life, a simple pen and notebook could be the passport that a child needs to be able to start their journey through the education system. The final date that shoeboxes can be donated online is 23rd December. All details can be found on www.teamhope.ie

DID YOU KNOW:

19 Oct,1989 - After serving 15 years in prison, the "Guildford Four" - Gerard Conlon, Patrick Armstrong, Carole Richardson and Paul Hill are released.

20 Oct,1933 - The Irish Government purchased the copyright of Peadar Kearney's "The Soldiers Song" which became the national anthem.

21 Oct, 2002 - Even on paper Keane is faster than McCarthy ! On the day of its launch, just one copy of Mick McCarthy’s World Cup diary was sold in Waterstones, Dublin.

22 Oct, 2002 - Some of the worst storms on record lash the North, wreaking havoc on roads and flooding hundreds of homes.

23 Oct,1969 - Samuel Beckett wins Nobel Prize for Literature.

24 Oct, 2002 - President Mary McAleese was named the Irish Tatler Woman of the Year. Northern Ireland Woman of the Year was awarded to blind world water-skier champion, Janet Gray.