Local Notes: Autumn Fair, Crochet Club, Monthly Dance
The work never stops at Pairc-Mor Memorial Garden, Fairymount as Michael Gilligan and his volunteer Kevin Brennan make a new bed in the Woodland area ready for some new trees and a Peace Corner, dedicated to the Cancer Care West. Pic: Bernie O’Farrell
A Christmas party and fundraising dance will be held on Sunday, October 25th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Frenchpark Hall for senior citizens. Musical entertainment will be provided by Paul O’Connor. There will be refreshments and a raffle. Admission is €10. All welcome.
A bingo fundraiser will be held on Saturday, November 21st next at 8 p.m. in Tibohine Community Centre for the upkeep of three defibrillators located at the three local schools. Cash prizes on the night. Minimum guaranteed jackpot of €500. If you wish to sponsor a game, donate a raffle prize or contribute towards the guaranteed jackpot you can contact John Freeman 086-8320107, Kathleen O’Connor 086- 3659694 or Maura Mahon 087-6611053. One game will be sponsored by the family in memory of Maura Mulrennan and another game will be sponsored in memory of Margaret Mahon.
On Sunday, November 1st an Autumn Fair will be held in Frenchpark Parish Hall for bargains, crafts etc. There will be amazing stalls including crochet, knitting, painted pebbles, sun catchers, baby hampers, clothes, toys, books, baked goods, diamond art and more. Doors open at 10 a.m.. Entry is free.
The Don NS is holding its annual Spooky 5k Halloween Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, October 31st next. Registration on the day from 11.30 a.m.. Start time is 12noon. Starting and finishing at the Don NS, Cortoonmore, F45XV82, €10 per adult, €20 per family. Cash only event. All monies raised go towards activities and resources that benefit all pupils of the Don NS. Tea, coffee and baked treats afterwards. Come in costume. Everyone is welcome.
The death occurred peacefully of Mrs Bridie Jordan, Buckhill, Fairymount on Sunday, October 11th last in Sonas Nursing Home, Cloverhill, Roscommon. Born in November 1934, Bridie was pre-deceased by her husband Frank in 2022 and her brother John some time ago. The late Mrs Jordan (neé Flangaan) is deeply regretted by her loving family, her son, Brendan; daughters, Mary & Frances; sister, Lily; brothers, Frank & Lue; grandchildren, great-granddaughter, Clara; daughter-in-law, Anne; sons-in-law, Noel & Gerry; extended family, relatives, neighbours and many friends Her remains were removed from her home to the Church of the Sacred Heart, Fairymount on Wednesday, October 14th last. Following Mass of the Resurrection, celebrated by Fr. Larry Ebuk P.P., Frenchpark, Bridie was laid to rest in Fairymount Old Cemetery.
The death took place of Mrs Barbara Ellen McHugh, Cornaveagh, Kingsland on Friday, October 16th last at Drumderrig Nursing Home in Boyle. Born in September 1955, the late Mrs McHugh (née Geraghty) was pre-deceased by her father Patrick, mother Barbara and her brother Patrick. She will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her heartbroken family, her husband, Michael; sons, Matthew & Benjamin; daughters, Kerry & Jennifer; sisters, Bridget, Kathleen & Mary; grandchildren, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Her remains will be removed to St. Bridget’s Church, Breedogue on Bank Holiday Monday (26th) at 7 p.m.. Requiem Mass at11 a.m. on Tuesday, October 27th next will be followed by interment in Cloonshanville Cemetery, Frenchpark.
Pray for the repose of the souls of Mrs Josephine Williams, Lisdrumneill, Fairymount; Mr John Casserly, Gurteen; Mrs Penny Bates, Carnagruckane, Lisacul; Mrs Helen Lynn, Loughglynn, Castlerea and Lena Martell, Glasgow, Scotland. May they rest in peace CHURCH NEWS Masses will be held in Tibohine at 7 p.m. on Tuesday (20th), Fairymount at 10 a.m. on Wednesday (21st), Frenchpark at 7 p.m. on Thursday (22nd), Ballinagare at 7 p.m. on Friday (23rd), Frenchpark at 12noon, Tibohine at 7 p.m., and Ballinagare at 8.30 p.m. on Saturday (24th), Frenchpark at 10 a.m. Fairymount at 11.30 a.m. on Sunday (25th). Envelopes for the Holy Souls are located in all churches. Kindly fill in the enclosed slip of paper with the names of your loved ones. These will be placed on all the altars and prayed for during the month of November.
A crochet club runs on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m at The Cornerstone, Frenchpark. Come and stich some new friendships or embellish those you already have. To sign up, phone 094 9870340, e-mail frenchparkcornerstone@outlook.com, or just come along.
Learn how to reduce your stress, quiet your mind and boost your wellbeing with weekly Zen Doodle on Thursdays, 10.30 a.m. – 12.30 p.m. at The Cornerstone, Frenchpark. To sign up, phone 094 9870340, e mail frenchparkcornerstone@outlook.com, or just come along.
November prayers at Killaraght Old Cemetery (Boyle) will be held on Sunday, November 8th at 2.15 p.m..
Western Gaels held its weekly lottery draw on Saturday, October 17th last. There was no jackpot winner. The numbers drawn were 14, 16, 17 and 29. Cash Prize winners (€20 each) were Caroline Beirne, Dominic Corriagn, Declan/Elaine Creighton, Flanagans and Oisin/Lorcan Sampey. The next draw (jackpot €4,900) will take place at the clubhouse in Frenchpark on this Saturday, October 24th. Tickets are available on-line through the Clubforce app or from local outlets.
Ceili dancing for adults continues on Mondays from 10 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. in the Ballaghaderreen Family Resource Centre. To book contact 086-1360154.
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Castleplunkett NS Parents Association will hold its annual Halloween disco in Kilmurry Hall on Saturday, October 24th from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m., €5 per child. Music by DJ Megan. All children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Prize for best dressed child and adult. Tuc shop available. It will be a spooktacular evening as always. All welcome.
The first Tulsk GAA 50/50 draw took place on Friday night last in Dec's Bar, Castleplunkett. The winners of the jackpot of €1460 were Kyle and Sharon Casey, Ballinameen. The 50/50 draw will take place each Friday night. Entries €5 each, 3 for €10 or 7 for €20 are available in Tulsk Laundry, Applegreen, Dec's and Flanagan's.
Castleplunkett NS Parents Association wish to thank all who contributed so generously to the church gate collection last weekend.
Kilmurry Hall's monthly dance continues on Sunday, November 1st with music by Steve Reilly. Dancing from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.. Admission €10, come along for a great night of dancing.
A meeting of Cortober Residents Association will take place on this Tuesday, October 20th at 8 p.m. in the Patrician Hall. New members welcome.
The Chris O'Dowd Memorial 5K and 10K Challenge Run (in memory of the late Chris O'Dowd) will take place on Sunday, November 1st in Lough Key Forest Park, Boyle. The 10K starts at 10.30 a.m. and 5K at 10.45 a.m.. Registration opens at 8.30 a.m.. All fitness levels welcome. Proceeds in aid of North and West Roscommon GAA and Mayo/Roscommon Hospice.
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.
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..
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.
The Carrick-on-Shannon Historical Society will host a talk by Carrick native, Dr. Heather Laird (senior lecturer, UCC) on the farming aspects of John McGahern's writings, exploring themes from the post-Revolution and post-Civil War eras to current attitudes and practices. The discussion takes place on this Wednesday, October 21st at 8 p.m. in St. George's Heritage Centre. Further information on 086-0675283.
The Roscommon Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Roscommon SPCA) will hold a church gate collection at the Patrician Hall, Cortober on Sunday, October 25th. Organisers would be grateful support as every donation, big or small, helps the SPCA to continue rescuing, caring for and providing vital veterinary treatment for animals in need. All money donations collected on the day will go directly to animal welfare in County Roscommon.
