Local Notes: Agricultural show, writing competition and charity golf fundraiser
Noel Hanlon has charge of the horse section at Roscommon Agricultural Show. He was speaking at the show's launch on Thursday in Hannon's Hotel. Pic: Gerard O’Loughlin
Roscommon Agricultural Show will take place on Saturday, August 16th Hannon’s Grounds, Athlone Road Roscommon. Classes for : Farm & Garden Product, Arts & Crafts, Cooking, Photography, Dog show, horses, ponies, cattle & sheep. Contact 086 8508945 with enquiries.
Cemetery Mass will take place in St. Coman’s Cemetery on Saturday, August 16th at 7pm
Sacrament of reconciliation: Saturdays: 10.30-11 a.m. & 6.30-7 p.m. Blessed sacrament chapel: Monday: Sunday: 2 – 3 p.m.: Tuesday: 5 – 6 p.m.; Wednesday. Adorers urgently required for the following hours: 3 – 4 p.m.; Thursday: 2 – 3 p.m. & 11 a.m. - 12 noon. Thank you for your support. If you can help out with the above hours, please contact Tom Beirne 086 3861954.
Would you be willing to provide companionship to an older person locally? ALONE are seeking volunteers in your area. Full training/ support provided. Please apply via the website www.alone.ie or contact Oliwia on 0860135043 oliwia.kolska@alone.ie
Play in Pink day was held on Thursday, August 7th. A total of €2,350 was raised and all proceeds will go to the National Breast Cancer Research centre. A big thank you to all of the men and women who played and also to those who could not play but still donated to the charity. It was a great success.
Summer bridge in Hannon's Hotel on Wednesdays at 7.30 p.m.. All bridge players welcome. All proceeds go to local charities.
The legion of Mary are organising a day trip to Lough Derg on Saturday, September 6th 2025. Leaving the Sacred Heart Church car park at 6.30 a.m., For bookings please contact Teresa 087 1206343 or Noreen on 086 3529916 (090 6625209).
Do you need help with your smartphone, tablet or laptop? Come along to Roscommon Library on Thursday from 1pm - 3pm where you can get help and advice from a tutor from Galway Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB). For further information, phone Roscommon Library on 090 6637277 or email library@roscommoncoco.ie
Submissions are now open for Autumn Leaves 2025, Roscommon County Council’s annual literary publication! They are inviting poetry, short fiction, and prose from adult writers with a strong connection to County Roscommon. Deadline: Friday, 5th September 2025 at 5pm Submit to: artsofficer@roscommoncoco.ie. More info online.
Whether you're an emerging voice or a seasoned storyteller, this is your chance to be part of something special. Let your words fall like autumn leaves
Culture Night Roscommon 2025 is a chance to connect with your community, discover hidden gems in 20+ venues across 11 towns and villages, and celebrate the rich tapestry of Roscommon’s cultural life. Best of all? Every event is free on Friday, September 19th.
Free and confidential support service on all aspects of deafness and hearing loss in children and adults. First Thursday of each month, 10:30am - 1:00pm, HSE Primary care Centre, Golf Links Road, and Roscommon. Information, resources, assistive technologies, entitlements, minor repairs, batteries & more. Email: dave.browne@chime.ie. Text: 086 816 8073 / Call: 091 564 871
Physical meetings on Tuesday nights from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. in room 13 [upstairs] at St. Coman's club abbey street Roscommon
Roscommon Gaels bingo at the Hyde Centre each Sunday @ 8pm. Book & Jackpot €10. Roscommon Gaels look forward to welcoming you all back to The Hyde.
Play in Pink day was held on Thursday, August 7th. A total of €2,350 was raised and all proceeds will go to the National Breast Cancer Research centre. A big thank you to all of the men and women who played and also to those who could not play but still donated to the charity. It was a great success.
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