Local Notes: Swinford filmmaker to debut hit documentary in the US
Enjoying the atmosphere at Kilmovee Community Centre while celebrating Culture Night.
Breege Rowley’s Film All Our Yesterdays will have its US premiere at the iBAM! Festival in Chicago on Saturday, November 22 at 3.30pm in the Irish American Heritage Centre, 4626 N Knox Ave, Chicago, IL 60630. Congratulations is extended to Breege on the success of her film which was first showcased last year at Féile na Samhna in Swinford, has gone on to win the Outstanding Excellence Award at the Documentaries Without Borders International Film Festival and was the subject of John Healy’s Podcast in New York It’s Good to Talk.
Items for inclusion in the notes can be submitted to Julie Ryan as follows: email ryankneafsey@gmail.com or call leaving a voicemail if not answered/text/WhatsApp 087 7694781 after 6pm. Deadline for receipt of items is 6.30pm Wednesday.
Congratulations to Monica Smith, Castleroyan who won €350 in the Swinford GAA 50/50 draw.
Seán Mitchell will give a talk on 'everything you need to know about fruit trees and fruit bushes' on Tuesday, October 28, in the Meeting Room on Lower Main St at 8pm. Everyone is welcome to attend. Seán will be happy to answer questions afterwards. Non-members €5.
The 9th annual Mayo Dark Sky Festival takes place from Friday, October 31, to Sunday, November 2, and includes formal talks on themes of astronomy, biodiversity and culture, as well as a planetarium, seashore safari, art exhibitions, musical performances and a lantern parade. It is held in the towns and villages surrounding Mayo Dark Sky Park - Newport, Mulranny and Ballycroy. See https://www.mayodarkskyfestival.ie/ for programme information.
The numbers drawn in the Swinford Community Lotto draw held on October 20, were; 1, 8, 10 and 19. There was no jackpot winner. €70 vouchers were won by Caoimhe Forkan, Kilbride and Michelle Tunney, Cloonlara; €35 was won by The Feeney Family, Swinford and Pat Higgins, Swinford. The jackpot is now €8,800.
Results from the games played on Thursday, October 16, in Swinford Golf Club: 1st Mary Callaghan and Mary Doyle. 2nd and 3rd prize was shared by Matt Duggan, Esther Munnelly, Tom Durkan, Margaret Sweeney, Peter Geraghty and Brian McNulty. Raffle prizes were won by Esther Munnelly, Tom Durkan, Nuala Kilgallon and Philip Moore. Game continues every Thursday night at 9pm.
Swinford Indoor Market will take place on Saturday, November 1, in Swinford Cultural Centre from 10.30am to 3pm. On offer will be a variety of unique crafts, and special items from talented vendors. Cácaí Acla will be serving a delightful selection of teas, coffees, and their famous baked goods indoors at the market.
Vision Ireland Swinford is seeking the following donations - ladies' handbags and furniture such as chest of drawers, small two-seater couches, small bookcases, kitchen chairs. Unopened gift sets as well as paper or plastic bags would also be appreciated. Any questions regarding furniture donations, call 087 4827468 or email swinford.retail@vi.ie.
Living Well is a free HSE programme which helps people living with a long-term health condition to manage their symptoms and improve their overall wellbeing. Anyone with any chronic illness such as diabetes, arthritis, COPD, cardiac illness, anxiety, etc. can benefit from these workshops. A new programme will commence in Swinford on Thursday, November 6, from 10am-12.30pm, continuing weekly at that time for six weeks. The programme is free but it is essential to register in advance. To find out more, contact Liam on 086 014 2675, email: lgildea@southmayo.com; or Fiona on 087 7185615, email: fcunnane@southmayo.com.
Remembrance Service for children, infants and pregnancy loss ‘Their Name in the Light’, will be held on Wednesday, November 5, at 7pm in St Anne’s Small Chapel, Cranmore, Sligo F91 R250. Everyone welcome.
Congratulations to Charlotte O’Hara who won €570 in the September Killasser Community Centre 50/50 draw. €20 spot prizes were won by Nicola Waite, Pat Horan, Maria and Shane Sheedy. The October draw will take place on Sunday, November 9.
Remembrance by Candlelight in St Michaels’ Church, Foxford, will be held tomorrow evening, Wednesday, October 29, at 7pm. Join opera singer Sean Ruane and Bernadette Ruddy alongside St Anne’s Choir (UK), Maria Lynn, The Doherty’s and The Doocey’s for a candlelight evening of amazing performances. Proceeds are towards Foxford and District Alzheimer’s Trust (FACT) and Foxford’s Search and Rescue. Tickets costing €20 are available from Sarah 087 7965520 and Irene 087 2795242.
Save the date – Scoil Muire agus Padraig Swinford will stage Popstars The 90’s Musical on November 13, 14 and 15. Best of luck to all involved.
Swinford GAA in partnership with Swinford Killasser LGFA will host a Halloween “Scary Walk” fundraiser on Thursday, October 30, from 6pm with proceeds to be split equally between both clubs. Tickets cost €10 + fees and is suitable for all age groups from 6-96 yrs old. Book your tickets ASAP as this promises to a night of freaky fun with lots of scares and traditional Halloween games and tickets will sell out fast. Tickets available on https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/swinford-gaa-swinford-killasser-lgfa-halloween-scary-walk-tickets-1815697753859?aff=oddtdtcreator.
Results of Meelick Community Centre card games held on October 14; card winners were Michael Ryan, Francie Rowley, Frank Neary, Tom Killilea, Noreen Geraghty and Eileen Geraghty. Raffle prizes were won by Michael Ryan, Margaret Waters, Michael Lynskey and Geraldine Turbitt.
On October 21, card winners were Mary Lynskey, Michael Lynskey, Mary Byrne, Virginia Heeran, Anne McNeela, Esther Munnelly, Philip Moore and Seamus Conwell. Raffle prizes were won by Ann Rowley, Mary Lynskey, Tom Killilea, Noreen Geraghty and Patricia Rowley. Games continue every Tuesday at 9pm in Meelick Community Centre. All welcome.
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The annual general meeting of Moy Davitts GAA club will be held in The Sheridan Memorial Community Centre, Bohola on Sunday, November 23, at 5pm. If you wish to attend confirm your attendance by email to secretary.moydavitts.mayo@gaa.ie.
Preparations are currently underway for the 2025 edition of The Bohola Post. Closing date for submissions to our 53rd edition is October 31. Please send your contributions or any queries via email to boholapost@gmail.com.
A very generous parishioner is sponsoring a Christmas dinner for those of retirement age, in the Sheridan Community Centre on Saturday, December 13. Gathering at 1pm with Mass at 1.30pm, followed by dinner at 2pm. Music and craic are also on the menu. Numbers are required for catering purposes so if you plan to attend, give your name to Pat Clarke or Fr Stephen.
Congratulations to Martina Gavin who won a jackpot of €586 in the Moy Davitts 50/50 draw on Saturday, October 18. Tickets are available in the usual retail outlets and by playing on the club app (Moy Davitts GAA).
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Kilmovee Active Thursday Club is hosting an open day on October 30, in Kilmovee Centre from 1 to 5 pm. They will have finger food, live music with Mark Finn, door prize, a huge raffle and a spot prize for the best fancy dress effort (optional). Everyone is welcome and admission is €10. Contact Margaret on 086 3187292 or James on 086 0680702 for further details.
Bingo is held in Kilmovee Community Centre on Sunday evenings at 8.30pm, with a jackpot of €1750 on 51 calls or less. The house lotto is €440 and there is a 50/50 draw with a guaranteed winner on the night.
Kilmovee Parent and Toddler Group meet each Tuesday from 10-12pm in Kilmovee Community Centre. All parents, grandparents, carers and toddlers are welcome to attend for a chat, play and coffee.
Eucharistic Adoration in the parish is as follows: Monday: Kilmovee from 10am to12pm and Glann from 4pm to 8pm; Wednesday, Urlaur from 7pm to 8pm; and Thursday, Kilkelly from 10am to 2pm.
Ethna Fahy School of Dancing holds a class in Lisacul Community Centre each Saturday from 2 to 3pm. New beginners are welcome. For more details text Ethna on 087 6661905.
The management of Kilmovee Community Centre are looking for volunteers to help deliver Meals on Wheels to residents in their own homes. Your time would be voluntary but your mileage will be reimbursed. If you can spare some time and would be interested in helping out, Kilmovee Community Centre would love to hear from you. Call the centre on 094 964 9484.
The lotto numbers drawn for Saturday, October 11, were 6, 27, 28 and 36. There was no winner.
Today, Tuesday, October 28, is the last day to help support the local community while giving your pre-loved items a new home. A clothes collection is being organised to raise vital funds for Kilmovee Meals on Wheels. Suitable clothing includes; re-wearable men's, women's and children's clothing, paired shoes (complete sets only), handbags and belts, soft toys. The collection is taking place from 9.30am – 5pm.
The Halloween Kiddies Disco will take place on Saturday, November 1, from 4 to 6pm. Children are asked to attend in fancy dress and there is a prize for the best dressed. The admission is €5 per child or €10 per family. Music by DJ Dermot.
Meter readers will be in the area to read your water meter in the coming weeks. Please make sure that your meter is accessible when they call.
Kilmovee Parents Association are delighted to announce the recommencement of the Deposit Return Scheme fundraising initiative for Kilmovee NS for the 2025/26 school year. Thanks to all members of the community for donating their bottles last year and to help achieve their goal. Plastic bottles and aluminium cans with the Return logo can be dropped into the school return bin, which will be placed inside the school gate at the bus drop-off point. Drop-off time is every Monday between 9.15am and 2.15pm.
