Local Notes: U8 Rocket Boys, Ballinrobe, took part in a county blitz at Connacht GAA Centre of Excellence, Bekan.
The U8 Rocket Boys, Ballinrobe, who took part in the county blitz recently in Connacht GAA Centre of Excellence, Bekan.
Robe Cinema is a new community cinema set-up in Ballinrobe with screenings set to take place in Ballinrobe Library. The news of this exciting venture was warmly greeted in Ballinrobe last week and surrounding areas, as the bustling south Mayo town used to always have a rich tradition of cinematic viewing, going back to the days of the cinema on Bowgate Street, and then the famous Ritz Cinema, which used to be situated on Bridge Street.
The Robe Cinema has been formed following the success of multiple screenings during the recent Ballinrobe Festival, including An Cailín Ciúin and That They May Face The Rising Sun, which included a questions and answers discussion with actors and writers. The organisers of Robe Cinema are now planning for many more events throughout the year, with monthly screenings taking place in Ballinrobe Library.
Robe Cinema will host a screening of Kneecap on October 3 and tickets will be on sale soon. Kneecap is the award winning Irish language movie being tipped for Oscar nominations in 2025. Robe Cinema brings the latest movies to the big screen, hosts captivating film festivals, and offers diverse screenings for all interests.
Further details and information are available by visiting www.robecinema.com or by visiting the Robe Cinema Facebook page.
The third annual Roxboro Community Walk, organised by the local defibrillator committee, will take place on Sunday, September 29, at 1pm, convening at Roxboro National School. Those who wish to walk should register from 12.45pm onwards. The event aims to bring the community together and raise funds for the ongoing maintenance of the defibrillator through donations on the day. The walk will suit walkers of all fitness levels. Registration is €10 per individual, or €20 per family. Refreshments will be served afterwards. For further details, contact any member of the committee: chairperson, Cathy Lydon; vice-do, Veronica Gilligan; secretary, Noreen Gilligan; joint treasurers, Dympna Malone and Marie Burke; PRO, Liam Horan.
Meals on Wheels are hot meals delivered to individuals at home (either on a temporary or long term basis). Meals on Wheels can make your life easier. This service covers Ballinrobe and the Lake District area. Deliveries take place on Monday’s, Wednesday’s and Thursday’s and consist of soup, main meal and dessert. People can also avail of two meals on Monday’s and Thursday’s. Those interested or who require further details and information, are asked to contact the Tacú Family Resource Centre, Main Street, Ballinrobe, at 094 9542908.
A seven week Common Sense Parenting Programme for parents, guardians, or grandparents of toddlers and preschoolers aged 2-5, is set to commence in the Maple Youth Centre, Bowgate Street, Ballinrobe. The two hour sessions will run over seven weeks (break for Halloween mid-term) and take part each day from 10am to 12 noon, upstairs in the Maple Centre. The dates are as follows: September 26; October 3, 10, 17, and 24; November 7 and 14. All materials will be supplied and there is no charge to take part in this course.
The course is for parents, guardians or grandparents who want to build on their existing parenting skills, or want to learn new ways to deal with their children’s behaviour. The topics include: How to encourage children’s positive behaviour; how to prevent and correct misbehaviour; how to teach instead of punish; how to teach social skills to help their children succeed; and how to stay calm. The course is delivered by a family support worker and public health nurse.
Places are limited and those interested in attending this course are asked to call or text Michelle 087 2207143 or email tacufsw@gmail.com.
Heartiest congratulations to Orlaith, Aoife, Enda and Cillian Heaney, Garrymore, who won the €18,000 lotto jackpot draw which took place in Garrymore, on Sunday, September 15. The winning numbers drawn were 5, 8, 22 and 31. The €50 winners were Patrick Delaney, Coolcun, Orlaith, Aoife, Enda and Cillian Heaney, Garrymore, and Pat Hession, Frenchgrove. The new lotto jackpot has been reset to €5,000 and that draw took place on Sunday night last.
The results of the recently held Gents Captain (John Horan) prize are as follows: 1st, Herbert Burke (68); 2nd, John C. Burke (68); Gross, Max Humphreys (74); 3rd, Declan Prendergast (68); fourth, Robert Biggins (69); 2nd Gross, John Lydon (77); Cat 1, Gerry Sheridan (71); Cat 2, Kieran O’Reilly (69); Cat 3, Bart Grimes Junior (72); Cat 4, Thomas Costello (76); 5th, Brendan Martyn (71); 6th, Carl Rose (72); 7th, Theo Bellanger (72); 8th, Tom Feerick (73); Past Captain, Michael G. Burke (73); Front 9, Stephen Byrne (32); Back 9, Sean Frehan (31); Longest Drive, Aidan Foley; Nearest the Pin, Rory Bane.
A bumper attendance is anticipated at Flanagan Park next Saturday evening, when Ballinrobe host Ardnaree Sarsfields in the intermediate football championship quarter-final. The game is set to throw-in at 6pm. The home tie for Ballinrobe is their reward for topping group three - after the Robesiders managed to garner a draw against Kiltane on Saturday week last.
Ballinrobe supporters are urged to wear their club colours, get behind Peter Ford’s troops, bring the noise and fill Flanagan Park with the maroon and yellow, as the Robesiders bid to reach the last four of the intermediate championship.
Pickleball will return to the Lakeside Sport and Fitness Centre next Saturday, September 28, from 1.30pm to 3pm. Pickleball is an indoor or outdoor racket/paddle sport where two players (singles) or four players (doubles) hit a perforated hollow polymer ball over a 36 inch high net using solid faced paddles. The two sides hit the ball back and forth over the net until one side commits a rule infraction.
This weekly game in the Lakeside Centre will be purely based on a fun and social outlet for adults and proved very popular the last time it was held at the venue. Rackets will be provided to those taking part. The cost to take part in this fun and social get-together is €5 per person. For details call or text Donna at 087 6165389.
There was no winner of the €24,800 lotto jackpot draw which was held in Fitzpatrick’s Bar, on Monday, September 16. The numbers drawn were 9, 12, 17 and 25. The €25 winners were Maura Connaughton and Liam McCormack.
The senior women’s team played their first fixture of the new season on Sunday, September 15, when they hosted South East Galway Warriors, at The Green in the Women’s Invitational Cup. This was S.E.G. Warriors second fixture of the season and their match fitness proved crucial in the end, as the Galway visitors ran out comfortable 67-26 winners.
However, there were some positives that Ballinrobe can take from this performance, especially the fact that they managed to notch four tries.
Ballinrobe Women’s rugby team are currently seeking new players to join their set-up for the new 2024/25 season. No previous playing experience is required, with this team being a fun and sociable team and is a great way to stay active and keep-fit. Any age or ability is welcome and those interested are asked to come along to a training session and try it out. Those interested or who require further details and information, are asked to contact Jill O’Malley at 087 6446065.
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Islandeady.
As 2024 is the 10th Anniversary of the formation of the Islandeady Cycling Club, there will be a ‘Celebratory night’ in the marquee at the Halfway House on Friday, September 27 starting at 9pm. Music by Tony and the Ramblers, food and a free raffle. Tickets are €15 and available from all committee members.
The Islandeady Wednesday Get-together returned last Wednesday after the Summer break. Now in its 11th year it is growing from strength to strength every Wednesday with a hot meal, many activities and a social outlet for people. Some additional volunteers are urgently required to help out for approx 2 hours every 2nd Wednesday from 12.30pm – 2.30pm. If you are recently retired or have spare time on your hands you’ll be very welcome as a volunteer.
Islandeady Mens shed continued to remain active throughout the summer months despite their busy home schedules and the Islandeady community really appreciate the commitment and dedication of this group, which demonstrates the pride they take in their own community, for the benefit of everyone.
Several projects carried out by this group may go unnoticed by some but must be acknowledged publicly, as they are playing a vital role in maintaining the wonderful community. Essential work such as cleaning gutters, cutting the hedges and maintaining the community centre building itself is so important to facilitate the many groups and activities the centre caters for. This group also carried out some maintenance work at the ‘Bilberries' playgroup facility and St Pauls National School, cleaning all outside areas, gardening and painting in preparation for all the pre-school and National school children’s return after the summer holidays
The group are presently planning outings and activities for the winter months such as bowling, classes and social outings. They are open to welcoming new members and ideas at any time. Contact Eoin 087 7450464 for details.
Confirmation for the three primary schools will take place on Friday, May 9, in St Patrick’s Church, Islandeady. First Holy Communion for the three national schools will take place on Saturday, May 10, at 12 noon in Islandeady Church (F23 AE81).
