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Ballintubber GAA Club weekly lotto

The Ballintubber GAA weekly lotto draw took place at on Sunday night, September 3, and there was no winner of the jackpot.

7, 14, 30 and 32 were the numbers drawn and the consolation prize winners were Mary Kelly, Nora Conroy, Ruaidhri O’Connor, Joe Mahon, Brendan Hughes and Pat Mulroe.

The jackpot for last weekend’s draw on September 10, was €6,400. Tickets are available online through ballintubbergaa.com or local outlets and committee members. The draw takes place weekly usually on Sunday evenings at 8pm and can be viewed on Facebook. Many tickets are bought online through www.ballintubbergaa.com.Tickets can also be bought from the local business outlets. Ballintubber G.A.A Club are grateful for your continued support.

Ballintubber and Garrymore to battle

On Sunday next Ballintubber and Garrymore senior clubs face off in Hollymount at 1pm in round 3 of the senior championship. One expects this game to be an extremely close affair as victory is vital to both teams smooth progression to the quarter finals. In the recent league encounter Garrymore beat Ballintubber in extra time. Ballintubber seem battle hardened and durable and indeed it can also be said with certainty - no quarter will be asked or given by the Garrymore men. The game which will be streamed live at 1pm is quite enthralling and a massive attendance is anticipated.

Ballyglass FC lotto

The numbers drawn from the drum on Monday, September 4, were 8, 12, 19 and 25. There was no winner of the jackpot of €3,500 and no match 3 winners. Consolation prizes went to Evan Connolly, Yvonne Reilly, Helena Byrne, Claudine Byrne and Fergal Burke. The weekend jackpot was €3,600. Thanks to all who support Ballyglass FC lotto. To play online go to http://smartlotto.ie/ballyglass-fc.

Ballyglass cards

The card game winners from Monday, September 4, were: 1st Richard and Mary Carney, 2nd Mary Brennan and Breege Jennings; Margaret Mannion and Patricia Jennings, 3rd Pat Griffith and Chris Turner. Last 10: Chris Flatley and Philip White. Raffle winners were Mary Brennan and Breege Jennings. Congratulations to all the winners and thanks to everyone for supporting the games each week. Card game continues every Monday night at 9pm in Ballyglass Community Centre.

Saturday Night Storytelling

Ballyglass Community Council, supported by funding from Mayo County Council Arts Act Grant, will hold a series of four storytelling evenings this Autumn, as well as two storytelling workshops. The storytelling sessions will begin on September 16, with the wonderful Eddie Lenihan, followed by Liz Weir on October 7. Maria Gillen will be the guest story teller on November 4 and the series will end on December 2 with special guest, Senem Donatan.

The format of each evening will follow that of the “Yarnspinners” clubs in other parts of the country, and will involve stories from the guest storyteller, after which audience members will be invited to tell a story of their own, recite a poem or sing a song. Each event will take place in the Community Centre in Ballyglass. The storytelling evenings will run from 7.30 to 10pm and will cost only €5 per evening. The two workshops on October 7 and November 4 will run from 2pm to 4.15pm at a cost of €10 per session. Booking is essential so please contact Fiona on 087 6562042 or Nora on 087 9729672, or go to storyoffiona@gmail.com.

AGM

Ballyglass Community Childcare Service will hold its AGM on October 11, at 8pm in the childcare centre. All parents are asked to attend.

Learn Irish in Carnacon

Ciorcal Comhra will take place for “6 Weeks” in Carnacon Community Centre Cathain commencing Mairt / Tuesday, September 19 from 8-9pm. Tuilleadh Eolais/Contact 087 9747247.

Baby news

Congratulations to Nichola Hurst and Gary Morris on the birth of their daughter. Baby Éabha was born on July 28. Nichola is originally from Summerhill, Ballyglass but is now living in Manchester. Best wishes to the whole family.

Yoga with Aromatherapy

A six week course with “Mayo Yoga with Aromatherapy” will commence in Ballyglass Community Centre starting on Tuesday, September 19, at 7.30pm. Contact Virginia on 087 2831400 to book your place. The fees are €60 for the 6 classes.

Upcoming Parish Sacrament dates

1st Confessions will take place in Carnacon on March 2, at 12 noon, in Killawalla on March 14, at 7.30pm and Ballintubber: on March 20, at 7pm.

1st Communion will be administered on May 11, in Carnacon at 12 noon; in Killawalla at 2pm and on May 18; in Ballintubber at 12 noon. Confirmation Day is on April 15, in Carnacon at 12 noon and in Ballintubber at 2.30pm.

Ballintubber Active Retirement

Ballintubber Active Retirement Group are returning after the summer break. Meetings are held on Monday mornings from the September 11, at 10.30am in the resource centre. The group are seeking new members so please come and see what’s on offer, a warm welcome awaits.

Wedding Bells

Congratulations are extended to Mary Hopkins and Andrew Foy, who were married on Friday, September 8, in Holy Trinity Abbey, Ballintubber.

Bereaved

Sincere sympathy is tendered to Patricia Flannery, Thomastown, on the recent passing of her sister Kathleen Killeen, R.I.P, Knockroe, Mayo Abbey. May she rest eternally in the peace and happiness of heaven.

Abbey Tours

Tours of Ballintubber Abbey are available 7 days a week at the modest fee of €8pp. However it is best to book in advance. The award winning tour guides will impart a vast collection of knowledge about the abbey and its environs. Also there is a new range of beautiful gifts available at Ballintubber Abbey gift shop which is open 7 days. The outlet stocks a wide range of products many of Mayo manufacture, including religious merchandise, books, jewellery, candles, soaps, toys, and some luxury homeware.

Sympathy

Sincere sympathy is extended to Patricia Jennings, James Finnerty and Agnes O’Reilly on the recent death of their brother-in-law Pat Moran, R.I.P, Belcarra. May he rest in peace.

Draw winners

Congratulations to Eamon Chambers, Michael Duffy and John Ruddy all of whom won €200 in the recent Cairde Mhuigheo Club Development Draw. And also Club defender Garry Loftus who won €200 in the Mayo GAA Development Draw Number 4.

Carra Community Games

Well done to all involved with Carra Community Games 2023. It is great to see so much emerging talent in the area. It has been a great year for this hardworking group of girls. They were narrowly defeated in the semi-finals of the All Irelands Community Games finals in Carlow. Well done to them on their achievements throughout the year. Thanks to their parents for their dedication and support.

Along the Partries

Outstanding exam results

Congratulations have been extended to the students of Coláiste Muire who received their Leaving Certificate results recently. The students in Coláiste Muire always strive for excellence and this was evident in the results they received. All of the students scored over 300 points. 95% of students scored in excess of 350 points, 80% of our students scored over 400 points, 35% of Coláiste Muire students secured in excess of 500 points and the average points achieved by students at the Coláiste was 460 points. All these statistics are above the national averages and the Coláiste students and staff is congratulated on their outstanding achievements.

The late Tomás Lally

The death has occurred of Tomás Lally, R.I.P, Derryveeney, Tourmakeady, Co. Mayo and An Collín, Castlebar. Sincere sympathy is tendered to his relatives, friends, and all who regret his passing. His remains reposed at St Mary’s Funeral Home, Tourmakeady, on the Saturday evening from 6 to 7.15pm. The removal from the family home took place on Sunday morning at 9.30am to arrive at Shannon crematorium for memorial service at 12 noon. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dilís.

Lá Mor na Gaeilge

A very noticeable feature of community life in Tour Mhic Eadaigh in recent years has been the wonderful effort of the local GAA Club to promote the everyday usage of the Irish language. Their efforts have been hugely successful and Lá Mor na Gaeilge is an intrinsic part of that each year. This year’s event will take place at Páirc Naoimh Muire on Saturday, September 16, between 10am and 6pm. There will be a wonderful programme of varied events including, sports, dancing barbecue and ceol agus craic all through the medium of Gaeilge. Beidh spórt agus spraoí, craic agus ceol ag Páirc Naomh Muire an Satharn, 16ú Meán Fómhair! Go leor ar siúl do na gasúir agus do dhaoine fásta!

Hospice coffee evening

There will be a Hospice Coffee evening in Halla Tuar Mhic Eadaigh on Friday, September 15, from 7-9pm. Strong support is anticipated for this most worthy cause.

Rang Yoga

Yoga classes with Carmel will start in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh on Tuesday, September 12, for 7 weeks until Tuesday, October 24, from 6.30-7.30pm. Cost is €60 payable on the first night. To book your place contact Nora at 094 9544295 or email: eolas@tourmakeady.com before 8th September.

Schools draw

The winner of the Tourmakeady national school bonus ball fundraiser ( No 47) was Mary Ann Heneghan. Congrats to her and many thanks for the continued support of patrons.

Tourmakeady CLG notes

The Thuar Mhic Éadaigh GAA lotto draw took place on September 2, for a jackpot of €8,300. 5, 20, 23 and 28 were the numbers drawn and there was no jackpot winner. The online consolation prizewinners were Patti and Kevin Egan and Michael Staunton.

The jackpot draw was held again on last Saturday, September 9, with a highly attractive jackpot of €8,400. There are two online prizes of €40 and also a €40 Cairde prize each week. You can play on line at http://bit.ly/tuarmhiceadaigh http://bit.ly/tuarmhiceadaigh. In the TF Royal Hotel Mayo JFC Round 3 on next Saturday, September 16, in Group 1, Northern Gaels play Tourmakeady at 3pm in Parke.

Sports snippets

Sincere thanks have been extended to Liam Philbin (Gortmore Ltd) who has sponsored jerseys for the minor team of Thuar Mhic Éadaigh.

Congrats to Thuar Mhic Éadaigh club member Tomás Lang who scored a lovely goal in McHale Park to help Moytura win the recent U-14B County Hurling Championship against Ballina Stephenites. Congratulations also to Emma Gibbons for winning the gold medal in the U16 Girls Mayo Art Competition. Emma represented her club Tourmakeady and Partry Community Games and County Mayo Community Games in the National finals on September 9 and 10. Belated best wishes Emma.

Congratulations to Thuar Mhic Éadaigh LGFA F16 who recently defeated Moy Davitt’s in the Girls U16B Championship final on a scorline of 6-8 to 1-14.

Draw winners

In the Mayo GAA Development Draw Number 4 the following Tour Mhic Eadaigh folk won, James Joyce, €5,000, Margaret Doody, €500, Lisa and Shane Rogan, €200. Congrats to all.

Irish classes

Conversational Irish classes for beginners are currently taking a break until late September. Also it is expected that an extra night class in Irish will commence in September. More information and details is available from Stiofán opt.cdst@gmail.com / 087 3970227.

Partry AFC notes

The Partry Athletic FC club lotto is up for renewal. The club thank the lotto supporters for their continued support during 2023. New players are most welcome to join the lotto. Further information can be got by calling Brendan on 087 9957761. Congrats to Michael and Lil Cronin who were recent winners of the weekly Wednesday Partry AFC draws with number 21.

Bereaved

Sincere sympathy is extended to Kathleen Cannon, Kiltharsechane, on the recent passing of her brother John Maye, Dervin, Castlehill, Ballina, who passed away on August 27, at Mayo University Hospital. May he rest in peace.

All set for Ballinrobe

Killawalla community are organising a trip to Ballinrobe Races for the last meeting of the year on Friday, September 15. There is a special deal - for only €50 per person including; Return bus, admission, race card, €5 bet, 2 course meals in the self service restaurant. Music and entertainment at the race course after and of course a stop or 2 on the way home. Places are limited as already they have a lot of spaces pre booked. 1st come 1st served. The bus will be departing McEvilly’s at 3pm subject to 1st race been confirmed by racecourse. Join with the group for a great day out. Deposits or full payment should be made to Florence McHale, Siobhan Jennings, Carmel Carter or Mícheál Larkin.

Wedding Bells

Congratulations and best wishes to Aisling Conway, Killawalla, and Jerry Foley, Co. Cork, who were married in St. Patrick’s Church, Killawalla, on Friday, September 1. The celebrant for the special occasion was Fr Domnick Feehan. Following the nuptial ceremony, the happy couple hosted a gala reception for family and friends at Mulranny Park Hotel. They are wished good health and happiness in their married lives in the years ahead.

Classes and courses

Following a meeting of the community council, it was decided to offer a course in smartphone technology and/or farm safety in the community centre starting mid-October. If you think you would be interested and benefit from either course contact Siobhan Jennings at 087 6713940 or Mary Conway at 085 7273758 for further details.

Birthday wishes

Special birthday wishes are extended to Anita Molloy, Killadeer, who celebrated her birthday recently. Anita is wished well by Richard, Conor, Hugh and her extended family.

Photographic competition

The annual Geological Survey Ireland Du Noyer photographic competition is on. Closing date is September 29. More details on website www.gsi.ie.

Breaffy Ballyheane Belcarra

Belcarra lotto jackpot winner

Belcarra Community Council’s latest lotto draw featured an attractive jackpot of €16,600 on September 3. Congrats to Tommy Lyons who matched all 4 numbers in the draw and won the jackpot of €16,600. Tommy’s lucky numbers were 1, 9, 17 and 25. The lucky dip winners of €30 were; Ann McAuliffe, online, Sharon Ward, Carrajames, Helen Ralph, online and Alfie Prendergast, UK. The weekend jackpot was €3,000 on September 10. Tickets are currently on sale in Cunningham’s Costcutter, Cuffe Car Sales, Nestors, Corley’s and Flukies and online at https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=2628#Anchor. A special thank you is extended to all supporters of Belcarra lotto in which profits go to support worthy community developments.

Brose Walsh Band tribute

The famous Brose Walsh Band, Ireland’s longest established dance showband will be celebrated with a photographic exhibition, documentary and two concerts on September 15 and 16, in the Linenhall Arts Centre, Castlebar. The band will perform two exclusive concerts along with the premiere of a short documentary film, ‘The Brose Walsh Band, a Mayo Music Legacy’. Tickets are a modest €5. Both evenings will include a drinks reception and some special guest appearances. A retrospective exhibition of photography and archive material documenting the band’s 86 years in entertainment will also be launched in the Foyer on September 15 and will be on show until October 10.

The late Patricia (Phil) Scannell McHale

The death has taken place of Patricia (Phil) Scannell McHale, R.I.P, Epping, Essex, UK and late of Corheens, Breaffy, Castlebar, Co. Mayo. Patricia passed away peacefully in her 95th year on August 29. Predeceased by her husband Christy, parents Michael and Mary McHale, baby Bridget, sisters Nora, Delia, Mary and Nellie and brother Thomas she is deeply regretted by her loving family, daughters Maureen (O’Brien), Patricia (Anderson), and Joan (Holland), son Chris (Scannell), brother Sean, sister Kathleen, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, sons-in-law, 13 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom sincere sympathy is extended. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Breaffy GAA notes

Breaffy GAA Club jackpot stood at €9,900 for the weekly Tuesday night draw on September 5. 16, 19, 23 and 36 were the numbers drawn. There was no jackpot winner. Congrats to the Lucky Dip winners: Toni Bourke, Breaffy and Tom Mulchrone, Breaffy The jackpot stood at €10, 000 on September 12. Play online at http://www.breaffygaa.ie/breaffy-gaa-lotto/. Watch out for a communication in the next few weeks for a revamped club lotto with a significant increase in prize money. The club deeply appreciate the ongoing support of its patrons.

Round 3 - senior championship

Breaffy and Mayo Gaels will meet in Ballindine on Saturday evening next at 3pm. This match is sure to be a tight and competitive affair as both sides have one previous win and will be most anxious to progress to the quarter finals.

Monasterevin visit

On a recent Saturday, Breaffy GAA and Breaffy LGFA Club hosted 50 U12 boys and U10 girls from Monasterevan GFC, Co. Kildare. The games continued the great friendship between both clubs and were played in the Dome at Bekan. This is always a fantastic experience and is something the kids and parents will long remember. The Breaffy GAA U12 team participated in a great, competitive game

Thanks to all who attended and supported the kids and to the Monasterevan players, coaches and families for making the trip. Huge thanks has also been extended to all who organised the event and to Breaffy Bord na nÓg for supplying the party bags after the game for all of the boys and to Monasterevan GAA for presenting the Kildare/Mayo jersey to the Breaffy club to commemorate the special occasion.

The late Margaret Peggy Doherty

The death has taken place of Margaret Peggy Doherty, R.I.P, Frenchill, Cottage Road, Breaffy, Castlebar, Co Mayo. Peggy passed away on September 5, peacefully at the Claremount Nursing Home, Claremorris. Predeceased by her brother John, her sister Christina Walsh (Foxford) and her brother Noel (UK), she is deeply regretted by her cousins, relatives and many friends to whom sincere sympathy is extended. Margaret Peggy’s remains reposed in Kilcoyne’s Funeral Home on last Saturday, September 9, from 6 to 7.30pm. The removal of her remains took place from Kilcoyne’s Funeral Home, Thomas Street, Castlebar on last Sunday, September 10, to St. Aloysius Church, Breaffy via Frenchill arriving for her Funeral Mass at 11.30am. Margaret Peggy was laid to rest in Breaffy Cemetery. Ar dheis De go raibh a nAinm.

Hospice coffee evening

Ballyheane Ladies Group is hosting a Bewleys Coffee evening from 4 to 7pm in Ballyheane Community Centre on Monday, September 18. There will be a raffle with some fabulous prizes and all proceeds will be donated to Hospice. The support of the community would be very much appreciated.

Emma Duffy on international team

Congratulations to Emma Duffy who lined out for Ireland U17s against Scotland U17s in Portugal for the International friendly winning on a scorline of 3-1. Well done Emma.

Ballyheane/Ballintubber First Responders

Ballyheane/ Ballintubber First Responders are currently taking part in the ‘Blue Token’ Community Fund campaign being run in Tesco Castlebar. A local charity with the most tokens will receive a donation from Tesco Ireland. Running for the next 12 weeks, funds received can help with training equipment to train volunteers and to assist with cardiac/respiratory/stroke incidents within wonderful local communities. So grab some blue tokens and vote for Ballyheane Ballintubber First Responders. Help them to keep helping!

Learn to Jive - change of date

Jiving classes with Sandra Ganley will commence in Ballyheane Community Centre on October 12, starting time 8.30 to 9.30pm and will continue for four weeks. To register contact Sandra at 086 2108029 or sandraganley@live.com.

‘Move it or lose it’

The ever popular ‘Move it or lose it’ classes resumed on Monday, September 4, at 10am in Ballyheane Community Centre. Classes are for the Over 55s and cost €8 per class (pay as you go). The classes concentrate on aerobic fitness, balance, strength and flexibility. For further information call 086 1617231.

Ballyheane Bingo

Bingo takes place in the local centre on Wednesdays each week at 9pm. There are always good prizes and an entertaining session to the weekly patrons.

Learn about St Gobnait and the bees

Join Irish Folklife curator Tiernan Gaffney at the National Museum of Ireland – Country Life, Tur lough Park, Castlebar, for a special Culture Night talk at 6.30pm on Friday, 22 September, exploring the life and folklore associated with St Gobnait, Patron Saint of Bees and Iron Workers. Learn about the miracles, places and museum objects associated with this interesting medieval saint and the folk history of bees in everyday life. Admission is free. Booking required. Tele phone (094) 90 31751 or email educationtph@museum.ie.

Hospice coffee morning

Mayo Roscommon Hospice are calling for people to host a coffee morning, evening with family, friends or work colleagues on National Coffee morning for Hospice on Thursday, September 21, or on another date if suits you better. Please register www.hospice.ie, email info@hospice.ie or call 094 93 88666 and a free pack will be sent out to you. All funds raised local stay local.

Volunteers needed

Become a play volunteer and support children in Mayo University Hospital. An information evening will be held on September 14, at MUH. Phone: 01 2903510 or email www.childreninhospital.ie.

Balla / Manulla.

The late Patricia Quinn, Manulla

The death has taken place of Patricia Quinn, Manulla, Castlebar, Co. Mayo. Patricia passed away peacefully, in the loving care of the nurses and staff of Cuan Chaitriona. She is deeply regretted by her brothers Eamonn (Manulla), Tom (Tipperary), sisters Bridie (Castlebar), Gretta (Dublin), nephews, nieces, relatives and friends to whom deep sympathy is extended. Her remains reposed at the Balla Funeral Home, on the Monday evening from 5.30 with removal at 7pm, to St. Cronan’s Church, Balla. Patricia’s Funeral Mass took place on Tuesday morning at 11.30 with the burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Suaimhneas agus síochán síoraí di i measc na nAingeal.

Balla GAA notes

Balla GAA lotto jackpot prize stood at €2,700 for the draw on Thursday, August 31, in Flukie’s. 11, 12, 23 and 31 were the numbers drawn and there was no winner of the jackpot. The €30 winners were, Kieran Keane (online), Fran Glynn (annual) and Philip Gormley (cash sale).The latest draw was held on Thursday, September 7, in The Railway Tavern where the jackpot stood at €2,700. Thanks to all who support Balla GAA lotto. On next Saturday, September 16, in round 3, Group 1 of the Mayo senior championship, Ballina Stephenites and Balla clash at 3pm in Foxford.

Manulla FC

12, 24, 27 and 32 were the numbers drawn in the Manulla FC lotto on September 3. There was no jackpot winner. The 3 winners of the €25 consolation prizes were Claire Lally, Belcarra; Nicola Stead, Breaffy and Catherine Geraghty, Castlebar.

The weekend jackpot on September 10, stood at a highly attractive €10,900. Play online: https://manullafc.ie/lotto/. The club are deeply grateful to all who support the weekly draws.

Congrats to Manulla FC ladies on winning the Rumley Cup final by beating Knock/Kiltimagh.

Congrats also to Niamh Flannery, Player of the Match in the cup final played in Solar 21 Park.

Waste management

A waste management workshop took place recently in Balla Community Centre. It was a very informative evening. Thank you to Sharon Cameron Environmental officer with Mayo County Council and to Balla GAA for organising the event.

Adult art classes

Adult art classes take place every Wednesday starting on September 13, from 11am to 1pm in Balla Community Centre. The fee is €15 per class and all material will be supplied. Contact Aine at 087 3149690 for details.

Kids Arts and Crafts

New kids arts and crafts classes will be beginning in September at Balla Community Centre with Dani of Artful Minds. Contact 085 2678216 for further details.

English classes

New English classes will be starting in September at Balla Community Centre in conjunction with Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9.30 to 1.30pm commencing on September 20 and 21. Contact AnitaReilly@msletb.ie or phone Balla Centre at 087 1850860.

Mindfulness class

A mindfulness exercise and relaxation class running for 6 weeks with Maura Horkan will commence on Tuesday evenings from 7.30pm on September 19. Enquiries should be made to maurahorkanmia@gmail.com or phone 086 8237230.

Kids Drama classes

Enrolment for Kids Drama Classes which are recommencing at Balla Community Centre every Thursday. Please contact Danielle on 083 0280917 or Keaney’s School of Drama and Performance.

Balla Bingo

Bingo runs every Sunday at Balla Community Centre or online at 8pm. There is €12,000+ in the prize fund, with great prizes on the night, 50/50 winners in house and online, free book give away on the night. Don’t forget to buy your books before 12 noon on Sunday.

Caretaker vacancy

Balla National School has a vacancy for a part-time caretaker. The job prescription can be viewed on educationpost.ie. For further information email office@ballans.ie or phone 094 936 5280.

Balla Centre

Balla Community Centre main function room is the ideal setting for meetings, presentation nights, drama events and social occasions Should you wish to book a meeting room, the kitchen or the hall for your organisation, club or private event, get in touch on 094 9365846. Are you looking for a secure and reliable digital workspace?

Balla Community Centre provides a connected hubs service with: 24/7 access, high-speed broadband, dedicated and flexible desks, light and heating and fob access. Make contact directly on 094 9365846 or book through: https://connectedhubs.ie/hubs/profile/240#memberships.

Local card games

Balla Centre hosts a 25 card drive every Saturday night in Balla Community Centre. Call the centre at 094 9365843 for more information. Manulla 25 card game takes place at 9pm in the local Centre on Sunday nights. New players are always welcome.

Clogher Notes

Annual Clogher draw

Tickets are now available for the annual Clogher Community Fundraising Raffle which will take place on Saturday, September 30 in the Drum Inn, Clogher. Funds are required each year to maintain the Local Employment Scheme and also to maintain the facilities, community hall, heritage cottage, bog walks etc. Tickets are priced at €5 or a book of 5 for €20 and are available locally. The following are the sponsored prizes : 1st prize voucher for €300 for D&P School of Motoring, 2nd prize voucher for €200 for Mulroy’s Filling Station, Castlebar, 3rd prize voucher for €200 for Belcarra Bouncing Castles , 4th prize voucher for €200 for Aurivo, 5th prize, Pamper hamper plus voucher total value €100 for Lush Hair Therapy, Castlebar.

The community are extremely grateful to the sponsors who have kindly donated the prizes for the draw. Your support for the community and for the sponsors would be appreciated.

Active Age Group

Clogher Active Age Group meets up every Wednesday morning at 11am in the Clogher Community Centre. All senior citizens across the region are very welcome to attend the enjoyable weekly sessions.

Clogher card results

The card winners in Clogher on September 1 were; 1st Jim Conroy and Tommy Lyons, 2nd Martin Moran and Tom Fitzpatrick, 3rd Derek Quinn and Tom Fahy. Best of last ten went to Margaret Mannion and Majella Corbett. The games continue every Friday night at 9pm.

Volunteers needed

Become a play volunteer and support children in Mayo University Hospital. An information evening will be held on September 14, at MUH. Phone: 01 2903510 or email www.childreninhospital.ie.

Mayo Abbey

Services at Mayo Abbey Centre

Mayo Abbey Centre offer a number of services to the community including ; Meals delivery service; weekly Tuesday lunch for active age at Centre; boarding pass printouts; support provided for individuals looking to start their own business; compiling of local notes; wide range of training programmes provided; Thursday morning coffee and chat; free computer and phone support for beginners; hot desk spaces with fibre broadband connection available; facilities available to attend a virtual meeting or interview; computers can be provided or users can bring their own; printing, photocopying and laminating services and much more.

The also provide a regular Local Link bus service from the parish community to Castlebar and it departs daily from the Centre (Tuesday – Saturday). For further details contact Mayo Abbey Centre 094 936 5987 or Local Link 094 900 5150.

Cookery course

A free full time professional cookery course is starting soon in Mayo Abbey Centre. The course is run in conjunction with MSLETB. Uniform, books and all course materials are provided. Participants also receive training in HACCP, manual handling and barista. You do not have to be in receipt of a social welfare payment to apply. Eligible participants who are in receipt of a social welfare payment may be eligible for a training allowance in lieu. Call Mayo Abbey Centre 094 93 65987 or email training@mayoabbey.ie for information.

Learn about St Gobnait and the bees

Join Irish Folklife curator Tiernan Gaffney at the National Museum of Ireland – Country Life, Tur lough Park, Castlebar, for a special Culture Night talk at 6.30pm on Friday, 22 September, exploring the life and folklore associated with St Gobnait, Patron Saint of Bees and Iron Workers. Learn about the miracles, places and museum objects associated with this interesting medieval saint and the folk history of bees in everyday life. Admission is free. Booking required. Tele phone (094) 90 31751 or email educationtph@museum.ie.

Hospice coffee morning

Mayo Roscommon Hospice are calling for people to host a coffee morning, evening with family, friends or work colleagues on National Coffee morning for Hospice on Thursday, September 21, or on another date if suits you better. Please register www.hospice.ie, email info@hospice.ie or call 094 93 88666 and a free pack will be sent out to you. All funds raised local stay local. Please support.

Computer and Business Courses

The Further Education Centre, Swinford is offering computer and business courses to people over 21 in receipt of social welfare. If you fit that category why not consider joining one of these courses? The courses are full time and all the course materials, including laptops are provided. The courses also offer family friendly hours, small class numbers and QQI accreditation. Further information from Emer at 086 0610009 or email swinford.hub@mayocollege.ie.

News items

To include notes or announcements in the local notes or church newsletter email paddyg48@eircom.net or office@mayoabbey.ie before lunchtime on Wednesday. Notices for church newsletter should be emailed to Paddy Gibbons at paddyg48@eircom.net also.