Local Notes: Presentations at Balla Golf Club.
At Balla Golf Club, winners in the Shaws sponsored Stableford competition, pictured from left to right: Front: Mary B Prendergast, Marie Cresham, Billy O'Donnell, Lady Captain Caroline Bourke, President Mary Jo Cannon. Back: Jimmy Sheridan, John Parsons, Captain John Walsh, Frank Larkin. Pic:Trish Forde.
Balla GAA Club lotto jackpot prize stood at €7,200 for the latest draw on last Thursday, July 11, in The Railway Tavern. The numbers drawn the previous week on July 4 in Flukies were 16, 18, 26 and 35. There was no winner of the jackpot. The €30 winners were Bernie Hughes (online), Emmet Flanagan (standing order) and Rian Prendergast (cash sale). Thanks to all who support Balla GAA lotto.
The 2024 Balla Summer Camp running from July 29 to August 2, daily from 9am to 1.30pm will be offering lots of different activities each day with fun for all ages. Everyone that signs up is automatically entered into a raffle for a signed Mayo jersey. You also get to meet some of the Mayo team at the camp. Run by PE teachers with over 25 years’ experience, this is not a camp to be missed. There are still some places left, sign up using the QR code in the image or click the link in the comments. Everyone is looking forward to seeing you in a fortnight. See the poster page for details. Register at: https://forms.gle/RuvWbZ4kvt8D3nwx8.
A gardening course is currently running at Balla Centre. This is a great opportunity to discover the art of gardening. Check in at Balla Community Centre every two weeks and the modest fee is €50. Limited places are available and for more information call Balla CFD at 094 9365846/ 087 1850860 or email info@balla.ie. This course is part funded by MSLETB.
The latest Manulla FC lotto draw was held on Sunday, July 14, for a massive jackpot of €15,200. The club are deeply grateful for the weekly support of their patrons. Tickets are available at the link below: .https://www.lottoraiser.ie/ManullaFC/ The recent sports day marking the end of Sports Ability Week was a resounding success. This was because of the great support from Ray, Mayo Sports Partnership, Simon from Connacht Rugby and all the amazing volunteers from Manulla FC and especially the wonderful MAC volunteers. A special thank you has been extended to all the super sports stars that took part in all the activities and to their families for joining in the fun. A fantastic day had by all. Thank also to Mayo Autism Camp and to the Manulla volunteers, without whom the day couldn't have happened.
Manulla FC Summer Camp will take place from August 19-23, this summer. The camp will run daily from 10.30am to 2.30pm. The camp will be suitable for boys and girls aged between 6 and 14 years of age. The fees are 2 child, €60, 2 children, €110 and 3 children €160. It promises to be a great week of fun this summer with a UEFA B license coach. Book a brilliant week by contacting Conor on 0831753142.
Would you like to do Drystone walling workshop on July 27/28, from 10am to 4.30pm? Learn the traditional skill of drystone walling with conservation stonemason Dominic Keogh. This introductory two day workshop will have participants working together as a team to create a stone feature over the course of the weekend and leaving with the skills to repair and build their own drystone walls. Contact 087 1850860: info@balla.ie for details.
Mindspace Mayo offers a free support service to young people (12-25years) in Co Mayo, presenting with anything from common concerns, e.g. dealing with break-up, exam stress, bullying) to emerging mental health difficulties like mild depression and anxiety. Mindspace is located in Market Square, Castlebar and anyone can make a referral. Visit www.mindspacemayo.ie or call 094 9067001.
Balla Bingo takes place on Sundays at Balla Community Centre or online, at 8pm. Balla Bingo held a big charity night in aid of Balla Sensory Garden on Sunday, July 7, in the community centre and online at 8pm with €20,000 in prizes. Also there was €15,000 in prizemoney to be won on last Sunday, July 14.
Indeed there are great prizes every Sunday 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 Sundays. Balla Bingo volunteers are required from 7 to 10pm every six weeks to help sell books, count money or record winners. Those who feel they can help should contact 094 9365846.
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.
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Places still available on this free full time course run in conjunction with MSLETB. Uniform and course materials are supplied. Participants may be eligible for a training allowance. To find out more call 094 93 65987, email training@mayoabbey.ie.
The next card game will be held in Mayo Abbey Resource Centre on Thursday July 18, at 9pm. All are welcome.
If you are aged between 50 and 61 and have been signing for Jobseekers Benefit Credits (JBCO) or a combination of JBCO and Jobseeker’s Benefit for 12 months you could be eligible for a place on our Community Employment Scheme (19.5 hours per week) and receive the single rate of €259.50. Call Craig at Mayo Abbey Centre 094 93 65987 to find out more or email craig@mayoabbey.ie.
Mayo Abbey Centre offer a variety of services to the community including meals delivery service, weekly Tuesday social lunch for Active Age, free computer / smartphone support for beginners, printing, photocopying and laminating services, hot desk spaces with fibre broadband connection, facilities available to attend a virtual meeting or interview, wide range of training programmes. Call staff at the centre for more information at 094 93 65987.
The numbers drawn on Tuesday, July 2, were 11, 13, 19 and 36. There was no jackpot winner. Consolation prize winners were Kevin Brett, Knockadorraghy, (online ticket), Edel Cunningham, Gradogue, PJ Gibbons, Gortaphuntaun, (online ticket), Tony Hetherington, Balla, (online ticket). The jackpot for the draw to be held this evening, Tuesday, July 16, will be €9,500.
Why not call to the centre on Thursday mornings and enjoy a cuppa and a chat - teas, coffees, cappuccinos, lattes, hot chocolate and freshly baked scones available between 10am and 1pm. All are welcome.
The Local Link bus departs from Mayo Abbey Centre daily from Tuesday to Saturday to go to Castlebar (Route 792). An additional bus goes to Claremorris every Thursday (Route 791), taking in Knocknakill, Drumady, Cappagh, Cullentragh, Currykirwan, Mayo Abbey, Monard, Brize, Facefield and Gurteenmore. Return services also available. These services are available to all to use and are free to bus pass holders. Call 094 900 5150 to book.
Mindspace Mayo offers a free support service to young people (12-25yrs) 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.
