Local Notes: Cathal is joined on Kellys Walk 2 Rome by Swinford GC member Mark Fulham and his wife Theresa Smyth.
After the Senior Ladies raised €1,555 for Kelly's Walk 2 Rome, Cathal was joined on his epic pilgrimage by Swinford GC member Mark Fulham and his wife Therese Smyth. Here they are pictured arriving at the famous Ponte Coperto Bridge in Pavia. Another Swinford GC member, Noel Smith, along with Joe Mellet have subsequently joined Cathal on his pilgrimage. Swinford GC would like to wish Cathal all the best for the remainder of his journey. Donations can still be made at https://www.kellyswalk2rome.ie/.
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Cathal is now into the 13th week of his epic 2200kms walk from Canterbury to Rome in aid of Mayo Parkinson's Assoc and Children's Health Foundation Crumlin. With just over 650kms left to walk to St Peter's Square in the Vatican, Cathal is soon entering the last 4 weeks of this incredible journey having so far walked over 1550kms. Cathal could not have reached this far without all the incredible support he is receiving on a daily basis from Swinford people at home and all around the world. He is nearly at the incredible figure of €30,000 with donations coming in every day. For more information visit kellyswalk2rome.ie and/or follow Cathal’s social media channels at Kellys Walk 2 Rome.
Swinford Gardening Clubs trip to 'Lovely Leitrim' on Saturday, September 28, will visit Dromod Railway Museum, Fenagh Visitor Centre and Glenview Folk Museum, Ballinamore. Cost: €85. All entry fees, breakfast and dinner included. To book contact 087 7917136 or 087 7604763.
Horticulturist Bradley Duffy will give a talk on 'Autumn in the Garden' on Tuesday, September 24, in the Meeting Room on Lower Main St. He will be happy to answer gardening questions. Everyone is welcome to attend. Entry fee €5.
Enjoy an evening of culture and conversation with one of Ireland’s most respected and influential contemporary artists from 7 to 9pm this Culture Night, Friday, September 20. This ‘in conversation’ style event with Alice Maher takes place at the National Museum of Ireland - Country Life, Turlough Park, Castlebar. Breda Mayock will interview Alice and discuss her iconic ‘Bee Dress’ (1994) which is going on special display at the museum. Admission is free but booking is required. Email BookingsCountryLife@museum.ie or telephone the bookings office on +353 94 90 31751.
Three weeks course of Chair Yoga commencing in Meelick Community Centre on Wednesday, September 11, from 7.30pm to 8.45pm. The cost is €10 per person per night. For further information contact Patricia Campbell Meelick 087 7856461.
Results from the competitions held over the weekend of August 31/September 1 at Swinford GC. Men's competition winners: 1st Daniel Irwin 36, 2nd Michael Dee 35 and 3rd Ian Lyndon 35.
Ladies' competition winners: 1st Ann Moore 39, 2nd Geraldine Turbitt 31 and 3rd Helen McNicholas 27.
The numbers drawn in the Swinford Community lotto draw held on September 2 were: 2, 7, 9 and 13. €70 vouchers were won by Mary Brennan, c/o Tara Café and Sharon Hunter, c/o Corrib Oil; €35 was won by Kevin Powell, Moore's Pub, D Gallagher, c/o Tower, R McDonnell, Killasser, Lisa and Marian, c/o Eurospar, Michelle Pidgeon, Meadow Park, Mary Gormley, Derryronane, Colette Callaghan, Charlestown and Sheila Reddington, Lislackagh. The jackpot in the latest draw was €16,600.
Sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Maryanne (Babs) Brennan (nee Moran), Tullinahoo, Midfield, Swinford and formerly of The Quay, Westport; Patrick McGloin, Colindale, London and formerly of Cullonaughton, Foxford; Paddy Lynskey, Culmore, Swinford. May they rest in peace.
Congratulations to Diane Lavin who was last week’s winner of the Swinford GAA 50/50 draw held in The Sheepwalk winning €448. The next draw will be held on Tuesday, September 10, in Melletts. Entries are available through SwinfordGAA.ie, Foireann, Clubspot and throughout town.
Tara’s Run/Walk for Fun takes place on Saturday, September 28, with registration at 11am. The run starts at 12 noon from Killasser Community Centre. €10 for adults and €5 for children. All proceeds will go to Killasser Community Centre and Anam Cara.
Learn a new skill, make new life-long friends, exercise the brain, no more Winter night boredom. If interested, text to John on 087 2422945, or email mayocdo@gmail.com.
The Swinford Athletic Club Autumn Series concludes on September 11, with Round 6 taking place in Kiltimagh F12PN79, registration at 6.30pm, start at 7.15pm.
€5 entry fee. For more information contact Adette 087 2362112 or Michael 086 8196511.
Save the date: Swinford Football Club is proud to present Jungle Challenge Fundraiser on November 23 in Julian’s of Midfield at 8pm.
Mass in Killasser Church on Thursday, October 24, will be celebrated by Bishop Paul Dempsey at 7pm. Refreshments afterwards and a presentation to Bishop Dempsey. All welcome.
Mayo Training Institute in Castlebar are running a QQI Care Skills, QQI Care of the Older Person and Patient Moving and Handling course, 7 days over 4 weeks, classroom based. Dates are September 12, 18, 19, 25, 26, and October 2 and 3. Contact 094 9027587 or email info@mayotraininginstitute.ie for more information.
Music lessons are available with Joe and Adele Greene in Cloonfinish. One-to-one lessons in piano, guitar, fiddle, Irish banjo, harp and ukulele for all ages. For more information contact 085 1532109 or email info.dulahan@gmail.com.
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, Thursday, September 26, or on another day if it suits you. Register for a free pack on www.hospice.ie/coffee email info@hospice.ie or call 094 9388666.
Active Retirement Club has resumed meeting every Monday from 2-4 pm in Swinford Cultural Centre.
Swinford Go Getters meet on the first Thursday of every month from 10.30 to 11.30am in Swinford Cultural Centre.
Vision Ireland Swinford is seeking donations of furniture and homewares. Contact 087 4827468 or email swinford.retail@vi.ie.
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Bingo is held on Sunday evenings at 8.30pm in Kilmovee Community Centre and the jackpot is €1650 on 50 calls and the house lotto is €200 on four correct numbers. There is a 50/50 draw with a guaranteed weekly winner.
Work on the production of the 18th edition of Kilkelly Kilmovee Parish Magazine will commence very soon. If you have any stories, photos or information for inclusion in this year's edition, email to kilkellykilmoveemagazine@gmail.com or contact any of the committee members.
A Culture Night will be held on September 20. It will be an evening of traditional Irish song and dance in the Thatch, much like the Cois Tine but with a bit more energetic and maybe a slightly younger audience. Doors open 7pm with live entertainment starting at 7.30pm and ending around 9.30pm with a raffle prizes draw. The event is free and space is limited so people are advised to arrive early to secure a seat.
Kilmovee Community Centre will be holding a Cash for Clothes fundraiser in aid of Kilmovee Meals on Wheels. All clothing, paired footwear, bags, belts, soft teddies, bed clothes, curtains accepted. No pillows or duvets accepted. Drop off at Kilmovee Community Centre from Monday to Friday, 10am-4pm. Last drop off date is Friday, September 13, at 3pm. For details or other drop off times contact the centre on 094 964 9484. All support is greatly appreciated.
The lotto numbers drawn for Saturday, August 24, were 7, 20, 28 and 43. There was no winner.
Al-Anon offers support for families and friends affected by someone’s drinking. Meetings are held every Tuesday evening at 9pm in the Ozanam Day Care Centre at the rear of the Cathedral in Ballaghaderreen. Phone 0800 0086 811.
The death took place of Andrew Vesey, Barroe, Carracastle on September 2, peacefully at his home with his loving wife Josie by his side. He is pre-deceased by his parents John and Mollie, and his brothers James and Jack. Andy will be sadly missed and remembered by his wife Josie, brother William, sister Bernadette, nephews, nieces, grand nephews, grand nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Andy reposed in The Sharkey Funeral Home, Ballaghaderreen, on Thursday, September 5, followed by removal at 7pm to St. James’ Church, Carracastle, for Mass of the Resurrection on Friday, September 13,at 11.30am, followed by interment in Carracastle cemetery. May Andy rest in peace as sympathy is offered to all bereaved by his passing.
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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 26, or on another date if suits you better. Please register for your free pack online at https://www.hospice.ie/coffee/, email info@hospice.ie or call 094 9388666. Donations welcome online at www.hospice.ie.
A meeting of Bohola Pastoral Council committee will meet in the parish centre on Wednesday, September 11, at 8pm. All members are asked to attend.
The death occurred suddenly of Marian Mallee, daughter of the late Pete and Tilly Mallee, Shanaghy on Tuesday last, September 3. Sincere sympathy is extended to the bereaved.
Congratulations to Billy McCann, Bohola, who won a jackpot of €460 in the Moy Davitts 50/50 draw on Saturday, August 31. A huge thank you to everyone who supported the draw, it is greatly appreciated. Tickets are available in the usual retail outlets and by playing on the club app (Moy Davitts GAA).
The annual general meeting of The Sheridan Memorial Community Centre will be held on Sunday, September 15, at 8pm in the centre. New members are welcome. Email sheridanmccbohola@gmail.com or check out the Facebook page for more information.
