Local Notes: Active Age, Seat Sponsorship, Trád Session
Chatterland Playschool & Creche Elphin celebrated its 25th anniversary last week. Picture shows propriertor Áine Wynne at the celebrations marking the anniversary with her sister Geraldine Sharkey and nieces Regina and Chloe. Pic: Gerard O’Loughlin
The Elphin Community Arts and Drama Group has announced that this year's show, "Rock N Back the Clock" will be based around a central theme of four generations debating which decade was the best from 1920s to 1990s. The presentation will feature classic songs, dancing and cultural moments with a few sketches for a bit of humour. It will be staged on Saturday, November 14th at 8 p.m. in Elphin Community Centre. This is a ticket only event and tickets much be purchased in advance of the show as NO tickets will be available on the door. Tickets can be purchased in Eternal Emporium, Glancy’s Supermarkets, Elphin Pharmacy and Morris Meats. In addition there will be a raffle on the night. Cash only.
Elphin bridge club held its AGM on October 8th and the following officers were elected: president, Emily Leonard; secretary, Ethna Drudy; treasurer, Johnny Rogers; assistant treasurer, Mary Walsh; tournament director, Margaret Quinn; scorekeeper, Myles Quinn; committee, Emily Leonard, Mary McCormick, Ethna Drudy, Johnny Rogers, Mary Walsh, Margaret Quinn, Martina Morris, Eithne Cryan, Kitty Harrington and Maura Kelleher.
The county finals of Scór na nÓg will be held on Sunday, November 8th in Elphin Community Centre. Quiz, 2.30 p.m., stage events, 4 p.m.. Queries to 085 1074707.
Volunteers from the community are sought for a new Foróige club in Elphin for young people aged between 12 and 16. The proposed club would operate Friday evenings from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m., providing local teenagers with a safe and enjoyable place to meet, socialise and take part in activities. Volunteers are required to complete the appropriate Garda vetting process.
Shoutout to anyone interested in giving rounders a try. It’s great fun, a great game. No previous experience necessary. All ages welcome. Contact Pauline for more details on 0863775904.
Looking for somewhere to meet up, have fun, chat and connect with other young people in the community? Youth Cafés are happening every Thursday at Elphin Community Centre. The First and Second Year group is a relaxed space for young people to hang out, meet friends and enjoy some time together. The 15–17 Year group is a space for older teens to get together, socialise and take part in activities every Thursday in Elphin Community Centre. For more information, contact Aoife on 086 603 6050.
Trád for Trócaire returns to the Tower Inn, Elphin on the October Bank Holiday weekend. It will be a fun packed weekend in and you will be very welcome to attend on any of the event nights. On Tuesday the 27th there will be a Super Trád Music Session in aid of Trócaire, in the past this has proved to be a very enjoyable night with both local and visiting musicians providing a great night of entertainment for this worthy cause so please come along and help or participate in any way you can.
A junior trád music session will be held on Saturday, October 24th in the Tower Inn, starting at 8 p.m. All junior musicians will be made very welcome but must be accompanied by a parent.
A singing session will be held in the Tower Inn on Sunday, October 25th, starting at 8pm. All genre of songs and singers will be catered.
The AGM of Elphin CCE will be held in Elphin Day Centre on Thursday, October 22nd at 8 p.m.. On October 30th the junior and senior monthly trad session will be held in the Central Bar, junior 7 p.m., senior 9 p.m.. Halloween fancy dress sets, ceili October 31st in Elphin Community Hall at 9 p.m..
Irish language classes for adults have resume again in Cruachan Ai (F45HH51) Tulsk. The classes are on Wednesdays from 6.30 p.m. to 8 p.m.. This course is suitable for all levels with an emphasis on conversational Irish. Beginners are welcome. It will run every Wednesday for six weeks with a break for midterm. For further information contact Maire, 086 6095402.
Exercises and meditation classes are running for four weeks, 12 noon to 1 p.m. at Elphin Day Care Centre. Everyone welcome. If anyone wishes to avail of the day centre services please ring 0719635566 or 0876803675.
Elphin GAA is looking for seat sponsors. For a contribution of €150 your family name or that of a loved one will be prominently displayed on a seat in the club’s new stand. All funds are going to the current infrastructure works at Orchard Park. Contact Aidan Brady 0879188293 or a member of the organising committee.
Saturday meetings of Tidy Towns will resume at the Polytunnel shortly. All welcome. Thanks also to everyone who sponsors the work of the group. The committee would love to have some new volunteers. If you are new to Elphin it is a great way to meet people. Volunteers do an hour on Saturdays.
Bingo every Monday starts at 8 p.m. in Elphin Community Centre. Thank you for your continued support.
Line Dancing classes with Shannon have resumed in An Bothar Rua, Elphin on Wednesdays, 7.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m.. Fun, friendly and energetic, no experience needed, no partner required. . Contact 087 7774557 YOGA CLASSES Yoga has recommenced on Mondays at 6.30 p.m. and 8 p.m. at Elphin Day Care Centre. Limited places, booking essential. Contact Joanne 086 3722165 AA MEETINGS AA meetings are held on Mondays at 8 p.m. in Elphin Community Centre.
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Croghan Parish will host a Mission, led by Fr. Laurence Gallagher, Redemptorist, from November 7th to 10th. Theme of the Mission: "Fanning the Flame of Faith". Ceremonies will take place in Croghan and Drumlion churches and in the Patrician Hall, Cortober. More details of the Mission programme later.
The death occurred on Thursday, October 8th at Drumderrig Nursing Home, Boyle of Ms. Imelda Fox, Carrowreagh, Carrick-on-Shannon. Imelda will be sadly missed by her brothers John and Michael, sister Mary, sister-in-law, Patsy, nephew, nieces, cousins, neighbours and friends. Following reposal at Brady's Funeral Home, Elphin on Saturday, October 10th, removal took place to St. Michael's Church, Drumlion. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Sunday with interment afterwards in Drumlion Cemetery.
Recent winner of the Shannon Gaels GAA Club's 50/50 draw was Paul O'Neill who won €1.565. All support for the draw is much appreciated. Tickets may be purchased on ClubSpot or at local businesses.
The "Come Follow Me" Faith and Fun Club (children age 8 to 12 years) meets in the Patrician Hall, Cortober on Saturday, October 17th at 3 p.m.. All welcome.
The death occurred on Wednesday, October 7th of Mrs Bernadette (Bernie) O'Reilly (née Hanly), Castlepollard, County Westmeath and formerly of Gardenstown, Carrick-on-Shannon. She was sister of the late Patricia Phillips and Josie Hanly, Gardenstown, Carrick-on-Shannon. Bernadette will be sadly missed by her husband, Kevin, sons and daughters, Brendan, Sinéad, Ronan, Colm and Bláthnaid, grandchildren, extended family, neighbours and friends. Funeral Mass took place on Saturday, October 10th in St. Michael's Church, Castlepollard followed by interment in St. Michael's cemetery, Castlepollard.
Active Age Fitness Classes take place in Croghan Community Centre on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11.30 a.m.. For bookings please call/text Siofra at 086-1929282. (Croghan Café open Thursday for coffee and chat).
Roscommon Dementia Alliance will host its monthly café meeting on Wednesday, October 21st from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Lough Key Forest Park. Helping to support people affected by dementia, their families and carers, the café includes music, song, advice and a chat. Further information contact Teresa Keegan on 087-7061183 or visit www.roscommondementia.ie.
Opening hours at the Old Creamery Café, Croghan, are: Thursdays, 9.30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Fridays, 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sundays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m..
Masses in Croghan parish this week as follows: Croghan Church on Sunday at 10 a.m.; Patrician Hall, Cortober, Sunday at 12 noon; Drumlion Church, Tuesday to Friday at 10 a.m., Saturday 7 p.m..
Exercise classes take place in the Patrician Hall, Cortober on Tuesdays at 11 a.m..
Bingo takes place in the Patrician Hall, Cortober on Sundays at 8 p.m.. Big cash prizes to be won. All welcome.
Rosary Recitation take place at the Patrician Hall Grotto, Cortober on Mondays at 5 p.m. during October. All welcome.
