Local Notes: Where Do We All Belong? exhibition opened at Abhainn Studio, Enniscrone.
The large attendance at the launch of the short film and photo exhibition of 'Where Do We All Belong?' which opened in Abhainn Studio, Enniscrone, on Friday, October 17. The exhibition runs until November 15.
‘Where Do We All Belong?’ is a powerful and heartfelt visual art/audio/photographic examination of loneliness in rural Sligo currently on display at Abhainn Studio, Enniscrone. This project has been in incredible journey and congratulations are extended to Noel Feeney, Ronan Dillon and Peter Martin for all the creativity, dedication and hard work that went into making it happen.
In 2023 the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre found that Ireland has the highest levels of loneliness in Europe with over 20% of respondents reporting feeling lonely most or all of the time compared to a 13% average across the EU. It is a recognised public health issue that impacts wellbeing both at an individual and societal level. It is associated with a range of negative health outcomes.
This socially-engaged visual art project addressing loneliness in Co Sligo, drew on the tradition of mobile rural services, such as travelling shops and libraries. The lads spent a week driving across Sligo in a mobile research unit gathering anonymous surveys and reflections on loneliness. The feedback inspired the visual art project and short film that they hope will inspire meaningful connections and promote social inclusion.
Noel, Ronan and Peter extend thanks to West Sligo Family Resource Centre, Enniscrone for all their support, to @cianlookalive for photos on the night, to @thewhitehag for the Sligo beer, and to everyone who came out on Friday, October 17, for the opening of the exhibition and short film. This thought-provoking exhibition on loneliness will continue until November 15, at Abhainn Studio. Opening hours are Wednesday to Saturday, 10am-6pm.
It’s time to clear old electricals and help Ireland hit its 2025 recycling targets. Anything with a plug, batter or cable can be recycled for free – from washing machines and TVs, to mobile phones, toys, tools, cables, and even farm fence batteries and watches. Collection will take place on Saturday, November 15, from 10am to 4pm at Enniscrone Pier Car Park.
People are buying more electrical goods than ever – 25kg per person in 2024. These events are a chance to recycle old items lying around the house. 96% of collected e-waste is recovered for reuse; end of life electronics contain valuable metals and minerals; recycling helps protect our environment and supports a circular economy. Let’s turn old tech into tomorrow’s resources.
Used clothes collection in aid of Easkey/St Farnans Hurling U7s, U9s, U11s, U13s, U15s, U17s, U18s and seniors will continue today, Tuesday, October 28 from 3 to 4pm at Easkey GAA pitch. Clothing donations welcome are coats, hats, clothes, paired shoes, boots, handbags, belts, duvet covers, curtains, towels. Strictly no duvets and no pillows. Every single bits helps and the club thank everyone for their continued support.
A fantastic evening was had in the Castle Inn last week with the announcement of the Scarecrow competition. Thank you is extended and congratulations to all the families, individuals, schools and community groups who made up the 30 entries in this years competition. ‘Without your energy, creativity and enthusiasm there would be no festival’, said a spokesperson. Thanks were extended to judges Rosie at Rosies Pottery Studio and Noel at Abhainn Studio who were giving a very difficult job; to sponsors Michael Finnegan Coach Hire, Michael Lee, Castle Inn, Bernies Convenience Store, Sanm Wyngaard, 3B Mobility and Tracey Diamond, Rest Easkey (who generously gave the competition prize money) and Easkey Enhancement Association for their ongoing support.
Prizewinners in the schools category: Mrs No Call Back – Killenduff NS, and runner up Captain Jack Sparrow – Owenbeg NS. Community category winners were Mr & Mrs Crow, BPS Project Sligo, runners-up Once upon A Scare, Easkey Book Club and World Wide Web, The Wavey Crafters.
Individual adult category winner was I See You by Christine Kilcullen and runner up Government Oversight by Denise Clarke. Individual Junior category winner Spider Crow by Jake and Caoileann Weir and runner up Waiting for the Perfect Catch by Hugo Healy. Family category winner was One for the Road (Micky D) by The Wall family; runner up Danger Minecraft Mobs by the McGrath family (Jack).
People’s Choice category winner was Who Will We Murder (The Traitors) by MacMenamin family and runner up Harold the Hunter by Doherty Finnerty family and People’s Choice runner up Jnr was Spongebob by the Jordan family.
The numbers drawn in the Enniscrone combined football clubs blotto draw which was held on Sunday, October 19, were 4, 21 and 22. There was no jackpot winner. The €25 prizewinners were Hayley Flood, Colin Gilroy, Mary Kavanagh and Eadaoin Sweeney. The jackpot in the latest draw held on October 26, in Hopkins Bar, was €8400.
Enniscrone Kilglass GAA Club extended commiserations to their Intermediate team who were defeated in the Connacht Gold Intermediate final by Coolaney/Mullinabreena in Tubbercurry on Sunday, October 19, with a full time score of 1-18 to 1-12. The lads put in a gallant effort but fell short. The club thank them all for the great journey this year, full of exciting games and great hope and now look forward to next year. They also thanks joint managers Enda Gilvarry and John Paul Carden and their backroom team of Brendan Byron, Kevin Carden, Derry O’Sullivan and Grace Martin (physio) for all their work with the team during the year.
The club wishes to acknowledge the contribution of the sponsors of the intermediate team throughout the course of the year – main sponsors The Diamond Coast Hotel; championship final polo tops Lackan Wind Energy; Matchday refreshments – Hilltop Service Station and Queenan’s Checkout, Enniscrone; training food – Coleman Electronics, Jacob’s Service Station and Gilroy’s Bar, Enniscrone.
‘Our thanks also to our loyal band of supporters for travelling in such large numbers on Sunday and all throughout the championship campaign, as well as providing plenty of colour and excitement around the parish over recent weeks with flags and signs’, said of spokesperson for the club.
Eoghan Rua Ladies Football Club congratulate their underage star Grace Feeney, who was winner of U13/U14 skills competition which was held in Sligo GAA COE, Scarden.
Congratulations to Easkey GAA who won their sixth consecutive Davis’s Restaurant Yeats Tavern Senior Hurling championship which was held at the Sligo GAA Centre of Excellence at Scarden, pulling away in the second half and sealing the victory with two late goals from man of the match Andrew Kilcullen.
Enniscrone Indoor Market will have their Christmas Markets on December 6, 13, and 20, and if you would like to join as a trader, call 087 7554486 or email enniscroneindoormarket@gmail.com.
There was a jackpot of €950 plus more cash and raffle prizes at the weekly bingo held in Enniscrone Old Church on Tuesday evening, October 21, with eyes down at 8pm. Everyone is welcome to come along and join in the game, if your local or visiting.
Enniscrone Holistic Fair will be held on Sunday, December 7, in the Old Church, Enniscrone, F26 EW67, from 1 to 4.30pm. There will be Rahanni Healing, Sound Healing, Reiki Healing, IET (Integrated Energy Therapy), Breathwork, Reflexology, Spiritual Medium and Vendor Stalls.
Admission is free and walk-ins are welcome. Booking is advised by contacting @all.about.energies if you would like to get involved or have any questions.
Patrick Feeney’s inspirational Country and Gospel Music concert will be held on Sunday, November 30, at 5pm. There is only 4 weeks left to go until the uplifting sound of Gospel music fills the stunning atmosphere of St James’s Church, Easkey. Get ready for an evening of powerful vocals and inspiring music. Tickets are available in local shops, from EEA Directors or 087 2569333.
Saturday is market day at the Old Church, Enniscrone, from 11am to 3pm. Stroll the stalls, grab a coffee and a sweet treat to eat, go around have a chat with the traders, get fresh fruit and vegetables.
Tireragh Community Support Ltd will run the Santa Experience in association with Natalies Wishes on December 7. It is never too early to get ready for the Big Man, so save the date.
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The numbers drawn in the Castleconnor GAA lotto which was held on Saturday, October 18, were 17, 21, 23 and 25. Match 3 winners were Bridie and Fiona Gallagher and lucky dip winner was Paul Kelly. The jackpot in the latest draw which was held on October 25, was €14,200.
Starting this evening Tuesday, October 28, Castleconnor GAA club will be turning the lights on every Tuesday and Thursday from 7-8 for 6 weeks. Why not come along and join them and get out and get active. All are welcome, both runners and walkers alike. They will follow a couch to 5k program for the six weeks. This is a brilliant way to stay moving, meet others and light up the community together.
Stokane NS are celebrating the incredible careers of their principal Michelle and deputy principal Christina as they retire after 18 years of dedication, leadership and care for Stokane NS, on November 8 next in the Ocean Sands Hotel.
Tickets which cost €30 are available from Stokane NS, Morans Shoeshop, Ballina and Olivia’s Hair salon, Ballina, or contact 086 0695093 for more information. Doors will open at 730pm and food will be served at 8pm.
