Local Notes: Oiche Ceol fundraiser in aid of St Patrick's Church, Glann.
At the recent Oiche Ceol in aid of St Patricks Church Glann which was held in the Brusna Inn were from left; Noel Dunleavy, Michael Harrington, Noel Moran, Nora Ansboro and Declan Moran. Pic James Hunt Photography.
Items for inclusion in the notes can be submitted by email to ryankneafsey@gmail.com or call/text/WhatsApp 087 7694781 (after 6pm). Deadline for receipt of items is 6.30pm Wednesday.
Cathal has now entered the 4th week of his 2200km charity walk The Via Francigena to Rome and has visited the Cathedrals of Laon and Reims. He is now walking through the Grand-Est Region of France. You can follow the journey at kellyswalk2rome.ie and all social media channels. All donations kindly received go 100% directly to the two charities Mayo Parkinson's Association and Children's Health Foundation Crumlin.
Tai-Chi / Qigong continues every Wednesday night in Swinford Cultural Centre at 8pm, with tutor Tracey O’Malley. New members welcome. Pay as you go.
The Railway Players Variety and Drama Group in collaboration with Flare Productions and Siamsa Sráide are planning Musical Theatre Workshops which will take place during the week before Siamsa Sráide, July 29 to August 2, from 10am to 1pm. A week of song, dance and drama will culminate in a performance which will be one of the many highlights of the 40th anniversary of Siamsa Sráide. If you are interested in participating email railwayplayers2018@gmail.com or call into Ray Lambes.
The annual Scoil Cheoil Siamsa will take place during the week before Siamsa Sráide, from July 29 to August 2. Music, singing, dancing and conversational Irish classes will take place between 4 and 7pm in the Primary School in Swinford (Scoil Muire agus Treasa). Instruments include banjo, bodhrán, button accordion, concertina, fiddle, flute, guitar, tin whistle, harp and keyboard. Availability of classes depends on level of interest. Classes last an hour and the cost for the week is €35. Dancing with Gráinne Kelly and comhrá gaeilge (conversational Irish) will be free in collaboration with Swinford/Killasser LGFA. Several group performance sessions will be held during the week. Participants are encouraged to book as soon as possible to facilitate timetabling. Application forms for the Michael Davitt CCE Swinford Scoil Cheoil Siamsa are available from Ray Lambes. You can also email cceswinford@gmail.com, message Swinford Comhaltas Facebook page or contact 087 7454032.
Learn a new skill, make new life-long friends, exercise the brain, no more night boredom. If interested, text to John on 087 2422945, or email mayocdo@gmail.com.
East Mayo Anglers are holding the yearly Youth Angling Event on July 24 from 6-8pm. The event is aimed at encouraging young girls and boys to take up salmon and trout fishing as a sport or hobby. Young anglers attending will have an opportunity to try different fishing methods including, fly casting, spin fishing, worm fishing, and bubble and fly fishing. For enquiries and application forms contact Kathleen at EMAA office on 094 9253955 or 086 3946837. Last year turned out to be a great success, and as numbers will be limited for safety reasons early booking is advised.
The numbers drawn in the Swinford Community Lotto draw held on July 1, were 3, 7, 8 and 19. There was no jackpot winner. €70 vouchers were won by Connie Hanley, Killasser and Catherine Harkin, Derryronane; €35 was won by Stephen McHale, c/o P Horkan’s. The jackpot in the latest draw was now €14,800.
Swinford Golf Club's charity golf event for Vision Ireland, generously sponsored by Platt and Reilly, was a resounding success on Saturday, June 29, raising substantial funds for a worthy cause. Gearoid Brady and Marty Munnelly topped the men's leaderboard with a stellar 46 points on a countback, closely followed by Raymond Horkan and Tom Horkan in second place, and James Irwin paired with Phillip Irwin Jr in third, both teams also scoring 46 points.
In the ladies' division, Marian Maloney and Kathleen Foy led the field with 45 points.
Special achievements were recognised with Annie McNeela driving the longest ball among the ladies, while Mary Horkan claimed the closest to the pin accolade. Among the gentlemen, James Irwin hit the longest drive and Michael Carroll was nearest to the pin.
The club extends its gratitude to Platt and Reilly for their generous support, which was instrumental in the success of the event. The partnership not only enhanced the competition but also significantly contributed to the fundraising efforts. Swinford Golf Club also acknowledges those who could not attend but supported the charity through donations.
On Sunday, June 30, Swinford hosted a 9-hole Stableford competition for both gents and ladies. In the men’s category, Gerard O’Keefe topped the leaderboard with a commendable score of 23 points, followed by Declan Munnelly, who tallied 19 points. Liam Healy and Jim O'Donnell also performed admirably, both scoring 19 points. On the women’s side, Margaret McNicholas led the field with a score of 24 points, securing a standout victory. Adrienne Ring followed with a solid 20 points, while Breege Spain rounded out the top three with 17 points.
Sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Aisling Moore and her daughter Abbigael Tournié Moore, Cois Coille, Swinford and Martin Jennings, Barnacogue, Swinford and formerly of Tulsk, Co. Roscommon. May they rest in peace.
The annual Killasser Cemetery Mass will take place on August 14, on the eve of the Feast of the Assumption. Mass will be celebrated in Meelick Cemetery on Sunday, August 4, at 9am, Kilconduff Cemetery on Monday, August 5, at 6.30pm and Midfield Cemetery on Thursday, August 15, at 7pm.
The Killasser Community Care group are organising a day trip to Fr Peyton Centre on Tuesday, July 16. Contact Sarah on 087 9494342 Vera 087 6354880 or Kathleen 087 6179317 to book.
The rescheduled Swinford Indoor Market will take place on Saturday, July 13, in Swinford Cultural Centre, running from 10.30am to 3pm. A variety of products, such as locally sourced produce, crafts, and unique items will be on offer on the day. Cácaí Acla will be offering teas, coffees, and their delightful bakes at the market, enhancing the overall visitor experience.
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Megan Sweeney, Glann, daughter of Neil and Anne Sweeney, Glann, is volunteering in Tanzania for the month of July. If anyone would like to help support her trip they can Donate using the following link https://gofund.me/94a8d347.
Sympathy is extended to Murphy family and Martina McLoughlin, Kilkelly, on the death of her mother Alice Murphy, Aclare. May Alice rest in peace.
Congratulations to Mary Hunt, Culmore, Kilkelly, and Vincent Melody, Stoneybatter, Dublin, who were married in Navan on Friday, June 21, last. They are wished health and happiness into the future.
The Annual Urlaur Pattern is being held this year on August 4. There will be further details closer to the date.
The cemetery committee hope to have the Annual Masses in the cemeteries, weather permitting, as follows: Saturday, July 27, at 6.30pm in St Brigid’s Cemetery; Sunday, August 4, at 10am in Naomh Moibhi Cemetery; Sunday, August 4, at 11.30am in Culmore Cemetery; Sunday, August 4, at 1pm in Urlaur Abbey; Thursday, August 8, at 7.30pm in St Patricks Old Cemetery.
Kilmovee Meals on Wheels are looking for volunteers to deliver meals in the Swinford/Kilkelly area. You would give your time voluntarily and your mileage expenses would be reimbursed. Call the centre on 094 964 9484 for further details.
The lotto numbers drawn for Saturday, June 22, were 14, 23, 33 and 34 There was no winner.
Mindspace Mayo offers a free support service to young people (12- 25years) in Co. Mayo, presenting with anything from common concerns to emerging mental health difficulties. Mindspace is located in Market Square, Castlebar and anyone can make a referral. Visit http://www.mindspacemayo.ie or call 094 906 7001.
A promotion team from Radio Maria will be visiting Kilmovee parish on the weekend of July 13/14. They will attend all 4 churches finishing with the 11.30 Mass in Kilkelly. Tea and coffee will be served after Mass in the new Kilkelly Community Centre.
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The death took place on June 28 at Naas General Hospital of Joe (PJ) Flannery, late of Monasteraden. He was brother of Kathleen Keeley, Gurteen. Sincere sympathy is extended to his wife Una, and family Ronan and Sinead, sisters Ann, Kathleen and Marie, brothers Thomas, Dermot, Anthony and Cyril and their families. May he rest in peace.
The death took place in Macclesfield on June 22 of Peter Davey - uncle of Christine, John Patrick and Seamus O'Connor, Cuilmore, Gurteen, to whom deepest sympathy is extended. May he rest in peace.
Congratulations and well done to Fr John Doherty, Charlestown, who celebrated sixty five years of ordination. A Mass of Thanksgiving was celebrated on Sunday, June 30, in Charlestown Church. Fr. John was a former parish priest in Gurteen for many years and was held in high esteem in the parish.
The wedding took place at St Patrick's Church, Gurteen, on Saturday, June 22, of Elaine O'Grady, Gurteen and Darren McMorrow, Knockvicar. Chief celebrant was Fr Frank O'Grady, uncle of the bride. The reception was later held at the Castlecourt Hotel Westport. Elaine and Darren are wished a long and happy married life together.
The Eastern Harps 50/50 draw was held on Monday night July 1 and the winner was Maureen Egan, Moygara, Gurteen who won €505. The Cub appreciate all who take part each week in the draw.
The Gurteen Celtic lotto was not won and the numbers drawn were: 18,19, 20 and 27. The winner of the €50 was Miley Armstrong, c/o of The Dapper Duck, Gurteen. Next week’s jackpot will be €4400 and will be held in the Mr D's, Ragwood.
