SPOOKFEST 2025: A HAUNTINGLY SUCCESSFUL CELEBRATION IN NEW INN
The New Inn Festival Committee extends its heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to the success of Spookfest 2025. Special thanks are due to all those who prepared wonderfully spooky scarecrow entries, which created an exciting atmosphere throughout the village. A highlight of the event was the “spooky scary graveyard” on the green across from the shop, a focal point that drew considerable attention.
This year marked the fifth anniversary of the scarecrow competition. Our own Diarmuid Barron and Cashel’s Oisin O’Donghue were the judges and faced tough decisions due to the high standard of entries. The winners were announced as follows: Seamus Kennedy’s “Kingfisher & Chappell,” crafted with the help of children Katie, Olivia , and JP O’Connor, took home first prize; Kevin, Maree, Billy, Ruby, and Shane Heaney secured second with their entry “Birds”; while Caroline, Erin, and AJ Casey claimed third with “Rotten Candy.” In the group category, the Nagle Centre triumphed with their creation titled “Traitors.” A big thank you goes to Little Treasurers Crèche & Play School in Boytonrath, New Inn for sponsoring the prizes.
The festivities continued with the Monster Games held on Monday at the Rockwell Rovers GAA pitch. Activities such as “Tin Can Alley,” “Creepy Cup Throw,” and the “Eyeball & Spoon Race” transformed the area into a Halloween wonderland, ensuring fun for participants of all ages. A special thanks to all who braved the weather that day. Proceeds raised from Spookfest 2025 will benefit two local schools in Cashel: Scoil Chormaic and Scoil Aonghusa. The hard work of the New Inn Festival Committee made Spookfest 2025 a truly memorable event for the community.
CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND
Join us on Sunday, November 30th at New Inn Community Centre (E25WK85) for a festive Christmas Market Day. Families can enhance their experience by entering our VIP Santa Experience Giveaway! Thirty lucky children will win a special visit featuring:
Meeting Santa, Cookie decorating with the elves., A visit with Mrs. Claus.
The exclusive VIP Experience runs from 10:30am to 11:30am and is reserved for raffle winners only. Afterwards, Santa will be available for visits on a first come, first served basis throughout the day.
How to Enter: Purchase tickets with cash at any of these locations:
Little Treasures Crèche (Monday–Friday), Anita’s Afterschool & Breakfast Club (Monday–Friday), Sharon Kirby Hair & Make Up Salon (Monday/Tuesday evenings; Wednesday–Friday, 9:30am–8pm), New Inn Community Centre (every Thursday evening during Sharnie’s “On Your Toes” Dancing). Tickets are €4 per family entry or €10 for three entries.
Raffle Draw: Winners will be selected on Thursday, November 27th. For updates about Christmas Wonderland, follow us on Facebook and Instagram: @NewInnCommunityCentre.
Remember, you can enter as many times as you wish, you are not in, you can’t win!
WOMAN’S GROUP -COFFEE MORNING -IN AID OF SOUTH TIPP
HOSPICE
On Saturday Nov 22 at Barron’s pub from 11am to 2pm. Your support is much
appreciated. Christmas shoeboxes for Team Hope can be dropped at Barron’s pub before this Friday Nov 7 th. For more info, check out website www.teamhope.ie. or contact MF Barron on 052 7462252 / 087 7595512
LENA RICE TOURNAMENT SUCCESS
The annual Lena Rice Tournament, held from October 4 to October 11, brought together nearly 300 players from 22 clubs for a week of competitive tennis. The Club extends its heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed, from the organising committee to the generous bakers who provided delicious treats.
The tournament featured 15 events, including men’s doubles, ladies’ doubles, and mixed doubles. A special acknowledgment goes to all the participants, with congratulations to the winners and runners-up for their outstanding performances.
This year’s tournament also saw the installation of new LED lights, enhancing the playing experience. For photos of the winners alongside Club Chairperson Liam O’Gorman and the new lighting, visit the New Inn Community Centre’s Facebook page. We look forward to welcoming both new and returning members soon.
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Get ready for a festive evening at the Church of Our Lady Queen in New Inn! Join us on Tuesday, December 2nd, for a fundraising Christmas Concert that promises to celebrate the joy of the holiday season.
All proceeds from the concert will go directly toward renovating the Church in the Parish of New Inn & Knockgraffon. This year’s event features an exciting lineup, including performances by renowned artists Louise Morrissey, Des Wiloughby, Claudia Buckley, Eddie Golden, and The Ryan Turner Band.
Don’t miss out on a night filled with holiday cheer and community spirit! Tickets are priced at €30 and are available at Ollie’s Bar (052 7462227), M F Barron (087 7595512) and from Irene at 087 7595512. Doors will open at 6:45 PM, with the concert starting at 7:30 PM.
Secure your tickets today and be part of this special event!
ROCKWELL ROVERS LOTTO
Rockwell Rovers LOTTO results from Monday Oct 27. Numbers drawn:
08,11, 19 & 24, No winner, lucky dips x4; entered in the €500 lucky dip draw for October.
Liz Newport (online), Jim Kelly (Ollies), John Strumble (PJ Moloney) & PJ & Collette Moloney (RR). This week’s jackpot is €15,600. Thanks for your continued support!
HARD LUCK
to the Rockwell Rovers intermediate footballers, who narrowly missed out on victory in the county final against a formidable Thurles Sarsfields last Sunday in the FBD Insurance – County Tipperary Intermediate Football Championship (Barrett Cup) Final held in Bansha. The final score was 0-14 to 0-17. Congratulations to the players and management for their efforts; there’s no doubt they will return even stronger next year.
25 CARD DRIVE, OLD SCHOOL, KNOCKGRAFFON
Winners at the cards last Wednesday evening were Jimmy Looby / Denis O’Dwyer with 11 games and in joint second place are Sean Spillane / Tom Tobin and Mary Anne Heay / Eileen White with 10 games. Well done all. Cards start at 8.30pm sharp and all are welcome. Tea & refreshments.
NOVEMBER CEREMONIES
This November 9th (Sunday) – Prayers in Cemeteries -New Inn at 2:00 p.m. and Loughkent at 3:00 p.m. November 16th (Sunday)- Prayers in Cemeteries -Knockgraffon at 2:00 p.m. and Lagganstown at 3:00 p.m. (Arrangements will be confirmed in case of inclement weather) November 28th (Friday) -Mass for the Deceased in the Past 12 Months – New Inn at 7:00 p.m. Every Wednesday Evening in November, Taizé Prayer for the Holy Souls at Knockgraffon at 7:30 p.m. Note: December 8th (Monday) – Feast of the Immaculate Conception, New Inn at 11:30 a.m.
SINCERE SYMPATHY
is extended to Pat & Barbara O’Brien and family, Outrath on the passing of Barbara’s brother John W Doyle, The Schoolhouse, Castledermot, Co Kildare. John passed away peacefully, in the loving care of the staff of Naas General Hospital. Predeceased by his parents Patrick and Angela and his brother-in-law Michael. He will be sadly missed by his twin sister Mary, sisters Deirdre, Barbara, brothers Pat, Paul, brothers-in-law Pat and Martin, nieces and nephews, extended families and all his great friends. May John rest in peace.
SPOOKFEST PHOTOS
SPOOKFEST WINNER 1
Seamus Kennedy’s “Kingfisher & Chappell,” crafted with the help of children Katie, Olivia and JP O’Connor, took home first prize ; Spookfest judges Oisin O’Donoghue and Diarmuid Barron .
Caroline, Erin, and AJ Casey claimed third with “Rotten Candy; Spookfest judges Oisin O’Donoghue and Diarmuid Barron .
In the group category, the Nagle Centre triumphed with their creation titled “Traitors.” ; Spookfest judges Oisin O’Donoghue and Diarmuid Barron .
Kevin, Maree, Billy, Ruby, and Shane Heaney secured second with their entry “Birds”.; Spookfest judges Oisin O’Donoghue and Diarmuid Barron .
Monster Games
Pictured here Eileen and Esther at the Monster games at Rockwell Rovers gaa field as part of Spookfest 2025.
Fun & Frolics at the Monster games at Rockwell Rovers gaa field as part of Spookfest 2025.
“Spook on the Green” Spookfest 2025 in New Inn village
More scarecrow entries as part of Spookfest 2025 in New Inn village
“Hons the Little Village” Spookfest 2025 New Inn Village
