Local Notes: Kiltimagh's Clann Machua into All-Ireland drama finals
Clann Machua cast who will stage their award winning play Stolen Child in the Town Hall Theatre, Kiltimagh on Thursday, April 18, at 8pm. This will be their last performance before taking part in the All Ireland finals in Mountmellick Back: Seamus Corry (director), Adrian Lavan, Fiona Campbell, Tony Kelly Front: Ethen Henry, Finola Mellett, Rebecca Farrington
Clann Machua Drama Group from Kiltimagh have qualified for this year’s All-Ireland Confined Drama Finals and will perform their award winning play ‘Stolen Child’ in Mountmellick, Co Laois on Friday, April 26.
The group competed on the All-Ireland Circuit during March and won Castleblayney Drama Festival and West Cork Drama Festival and were placed second in Glenamaddy Drama Festival and third in the Western Drama Festival in Tubbercurry and also in Claremorris Drama Festival. They also picked up many awards on the circuit including Best Actor for Ethan Jordan, Best Actress Finola Mellett, Best Director Seamus Corry and an Adjudicator’s award for Rebecca Farrington. The group also won multiple technical awards including Best Sound for Denis Charlton, Best Lighting for Oisin Herraghty and Dominic Jordan and Special Effects for Adrian Lavan.
Kiltimagh audiences will have one last chance to see this play which has got standing ovations in every theatre it has played in when the group return to the local Town Hall Theatre on Thursday, April 18, with tickets available from Langan’s Off-Licence or by ringing 087-4559071.
The cast members are: Angela - Rebecca Farrington, Peggy - Finola Mellett, Mick - Ethan Jordan, Chris - Adrian Lavan, Shadows - Fiona Campbell and Tony Kelly.
The production team is: Director - Seamus Corry, Lighting - Oisin Herraghty and Dominic Jordan, Sound - Denis Charlton, Set Design and Construction - Tony Kelly, Logistics - Sean Langan, Stage Management - Fraser Smyth, Sean Langan, Vinny Clabby, Cameron Farrington, Keith Flanagan, Austin Finn, Elaine Regan and Jarlath Malone, Videography - Adrian Lavan, Make Up and Costumes - Nell McNicholas and Ita Malee; Promotion - Mick Higgins, Sally Lavan and Cian Charlton.
The death took place on March 19 at Mayo Hospice, Castlebar of Michael Laffey, Cordarragh, Kiltimagh.
Michael was a well known and highly respected figure in the region and news of his passing was greeted with a deep sense of sadness. He was an integral part of the community life of Kiltimagh down through the years, was always willing to help out if needed or give advice which was often sought and much appreciated. He was a real gentleman, always ready with a smile for those he met, a great friend and neighbour but more importantly a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be sadly missed in the family home long into the future.
Predeceased by his parents Dr Jimmy and Áine Laffey, Michael is survived by his beloved wife Stella, sons Michael, Sean (Carlow), Aiden and Conor (Athlone), his adored grandchildren Maria, Anita, Caoimhe, Fionn, Eimear and Elena, daughters-in-law Caroline, Niamh and Refellia, Aiden’s partner Francesca, his brother Jimmy, sister Marian, sisters-in-law Collette, Margaret and Ina, brother-in-law Joe, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
Michael reposed at O’Hora’s Funeral Home on Sunday evening. Removal took place from his home in Cordarragh on Monday morning to the Church of the Holy Family for his Funeral Mass, which was followed by cremation in Shannon Crematorium.
May his gentle soul rest in peace.
The biggest field of the league to date, 26 players, competed in Round 11 of the Spring Poker League in Teach O’Hora on Wednesday night last with Keith Lydon continuing his recent good form, taking first prize. The runner-up was Derry O’Sullivan with Phil Gleeson Snr in third and Mossie O’Connell fourth the other prize winners. The others to make the final table were: 5th, Nicky Cunnane; 6th, Michael Sheridan; 7th, Martin Regan; 8th, Isaac Boyle; 9th, John Borza.
Isaac Boyle remains top of the league table with 94 points followed by Keith Lydon on 173 and Mosssie O’Connell on 164. The rest of the top 12 is, Gerry Groarke 163, Pat Boyle 163, Bart Furtak 150, Nicky Cunnane 145, Tiernan Burke 141, Michael Sheridan 138, John Borza 135, Paul Walsh 132, AN Other 130.
The league runs for 15 weeks with a tournament in Teach O’Hora every Wednesday night at 8pm sharp. Entry is €20 with one optional rebuy and late registration until 9.30pm. A total of €5 from each entry and rebuy goes towards the league final prize pool and the rest is paid out each night.
Kiltimagh had a 2-9 to 2-4 win over Crossmolina in Division 1 of the Mayo Minor League played in Crossmolina last week.
Kiltimagh team and scorers: Sean Gilmartin, Con McDermott, Evan Cosgrove, Sean McDonnell, Max Bennett, Darragh McGovern, Oisin Mulderrig, Liam Smyth (0-1), Robbie Irvine, Lorcan Burke (0-1), Andrew Maloney, Mikey Kearney (1-0), Conor Hession (1-4), Fionnan Burke (0-3), Callum McNicholas. Subs: Cillian Walsh, Jack Shannon, Daniel Farnhill, Cillian Walsh, Eoghan McGovern, Conor Prendergast.
Mayo Cancer Support offers a range of emotional support to people with cancer and their families. Call 094-9038407 for information.
The results of the weekly Bridge game held in the Park Hotel, Kiltimagh last Tuesday night were: 1st, Tom Grogan and Nancy Shannon; 2nd, Ray Nally and Mary Colohan; 3rd, Michael Gallagher and Marita Ryan; 4th, Mick Dolan and Pat Keary; 5th, Thomas McNicholas and Cait McTigue; 6th, Jimmy Morley and Sheila McNicholas; 7th, Bridie Grogan and Kathleen Morley; 8th, Betty Solan and Lily King.
Declan Shannon from Kiltimagh was the winner of the Kiltimagh Knock United 50/50 lotto draw last week, winning €408. Thanks, as always, to everyone who supports the draw.
Training for girls Under 8 to Under 10 has resumed at Kiltimagh Knock United on Saturday mornings at 11am.
All are welcome to pop along and give it a try, and do bring a friend. Any queries, send a message to the club Facebook page.
Tom Walsh and Hugh Forde were the winners of the top prize at the 25 Drive held in the Parish Centre, Kiltimagh on March 28, second were Kathleen Gill and John Walsh and joint third were Mary and Jimmy Doyle and Dinny McDonagh and Francie Conroy.
Last 10 prize - Michael Carney and Danny Doherty, spot prize - Tom Begley and Seamus Larkin and winners in the raffle were Hilary Foley, Tom Conroy and John Walsh.
Game will continue every Thursday night at 9pm throughout the year.
Accord Catholic Marriage Care is currently recruiting volunteers to train as marriage preparation programme facilitators if you have enthusiasm to be part of the Accord team in supporting couples preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage. Successful applicants will receive professional training, be part of a team delivering marriage preparation programmes locally. Please contact Aisling on 01-5053112 or www.accord.ie.
Tuesday, April 9, Division 1 County Minor League, Kiltimagh v Ballaghadereen in Kiltimagh at 6.45pm.
Wednesday, April 10, U12 Grading League, Kiltimagh v Mayo Gaels in Kiltimagh at 7pm.
Thursday, April 11, U16 County League, Kiltimagh v Naomh Padraig away at 6.45pm.
Saturday, April 13, U14 Development League, Kiltimagh v Burrishoole in Kiltimagh at 11am.
Monday, April 16, U14 County League, Kiltimagh v Burrishoole in Kiltimagh at 6.45pm.
Wednesday, April 17, U12 Grading League Kiltimagh v Kilmovee in Kilmovee at 7pm.
The Knock Shrine Bereavement Support group meet every Wednesday at 11am at the Family Centre, Knock.
Following a family bereavement you can feel very lonely. Sometimes spending time with others who know the experience can be helpful. All are welcome. Further information from Monica Morley 094-9375320.
Congrats to Conrad Cunnane, Kiltimagh who won the GAA Club’s 50/50 jackpot of €606 at the draw held in Langan’s Bar on Saturday night, March 30. Envelopes for the draw are available to purchase at most local outlets or you can enter online at www.lottoraiser.ie.
Thanks to all who support the draw each week.
Paul Stafford, the Volunteer Support Officer for ALONE, is urgently looking for volunteers in Mayo and its surrounding areas for older people who need befriending for up to one hour per week and/or telephone support for up to two hours per week. Their befriending programme is designed to help older people combat loneliness and isolation. They now need your help more than ever.
If this is something that interests you, then please contact Paul on 086-0135043 or email paul.stafford@alone.ie.
Kiltimagh GAA are teaming up again this year with Kiltimagh Tidy Towns for the annual Community Clean-Up on Saturday, April 20th. The meeting point is at Gilmartin GAA Park at 9.30am, your support would be most welcome. High-viz must be worn.
Kiltimagh Knock United Senior Bs were away to Ballyglass in the first round of the Mayo Tuohy Cup last week. After suffering a disappointing defeat to Ballyglass two weeks earlier in the league, the lads were delighted to come away with a comfortable 4-1 victory. Goal scorers were Andre Neves Do Carmo (2), Rodrigo Rosado Da Costa and Rafael Costa.
All members of the Kiltimagh GAA club are invited to attend a meeting in the Park Hotel on Saturday next, April 13, at 7pm.
Kiltimagh GAA have teamed up with Kiltimagh Darkness into Light 2024 in support of Pieta House. Kiltimagh DIL Group are delighted to host its first ever official organised walk on May 11 this year and the GAA club is encouraging all members to get involved.
Event stewards are now being sought so if you are available to steward on the night please contact Joe Corry directly on 086-8077209 to lend your support. Walk registration is now open.
Mayo Stoma Support Group will hold a meeting on Thursday, April 11, at 7pm in the Ellison Hotel in Castlebar. All are welcome.
If you are attending, please contact 087-6275766 with your name and the number of people attending.
