Local Notes: Cavetown fun run, Health is Wealth and Seamus O'Rourke to perform 'Indigestion'
Elphin Set Dancers had a great day at Roscommon Fleadh including a rare opportunity to get a photo of the club. Congratulations to all competitors, next stop Connacht Fleadh 2025, Ballinasloe.
The Community Arts and Drama Society will present its much anticipated variety show in Elphin Community Centre on May 17th at 8 p.m. sharp. It promises to be a wonderful evening's entertainment showcasing the immense talent that is in the town and surrounding areas. Tickets are on sale in Glancy’s, Eternal Emporium, Elphin Pharmacy and Morris Meats. Looking forward to seeing as many as possible on the night. Admission to the show is strictly ticket only and tickets must be purchased prior to the show.
The Tuesday night traditional music sessions in the Tower Inn, Elphin continue to provide a great night’s entertainment and visiting musicians or followers will be made very welcome any Tuesday after 8 p.m. so come along and bring a friend. The next singers’ night in the Tower Inn will be on Sunday, May 4th (the Bank Holiday weekend) starting at 8.30 p.m. All singers and listeners will be made very welcome.
It was a fantastic weekend in Athlone at the Roscommon County Fleadh Cheoil. Huge thanks to Comhaltas Áth Luain for hosting such a great event . A big congratulations to everyone who took part, and a special shoutout to the talented Elphin CCÉ members. The group is proud of all for sharing amazing music, singing, dancing, and storytelling throughout the weekend. Wishing the very best of luck to those who have got through and will be representing Elphin and Roscommon in the Connacht Fleadh. All roads lead to Ballinasloe in July for the Connacht Fleadh Cheoil.
A 12k run and 6k run and walk in aid of Cavetown Amenity Centre repair will take place on May 5th from the amenity centre. Entry €10, family €20. Raffle and spot prizes on the day, refreshments after. Sauna on site at Cavetown Lake, book beforehand on 085 1841067.
Line dancing with Shannon takes place in An Bothar Rua every Wednesday at 8 p.m. It’s great fun and everyone is welcome.
Mayo Roscommon Hospice needs your help with National Sunflower days for Hospice on June 6th & 7th. Could you give a few hours of your time on either/both days, and help raise funds in support of palliative care services in your area, or any area that suits you. Any time you can give would be most appreciated. Call now on 0949388666 or email info@hospice.ie Your help can make the difference.
Elphin windmill, the oldest operational windmill in Ireland, was substantially damaged during storm Èowyn and needs major repairs. A historically and culturally significant site in the agricultural life of Ireland, Elphin Windmill needs your support in raising funds to get the repairs done and reopened for the public as soon as possible. A GoFundMe link has been set up. For more information you can email elphinwindmill1740@gmail.com.
Elphin Day Centre provides a wonderful local service. If anyone wishes to avail of the day centre services ring 0719635566 or 0876803675. Arts and crafts started with Angela and yoga continue at the centre.
Abbeycartron NS is running a cash for clobber fundraiser. Recycle your unwanted clothing and help raise funds for the school. Drop off location is Abbeycartron NS gates, only on the following dates - May 1st and 2nd, 9.20 a.m. 2.10 p.m. and 3.10 p.m.; Saturday, May 3rd, 10 a.m..
The Windmill Classic will take place on Sunday, June 8th from Elphin Community Centre, €30 for cycling club members, €20 non-members. Hot food served afterwards. The 100k starts at 9 a.m., 50k starts 9.30 a.m.. Proceeds this year will go to the Elphin Windmill repair fund.
Adult set dancing classes in An Bothar Rua on Tuesdays at 8.30 p.m.. beginners welcome. Contact Michael Gunn for information on 086 3122897.
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A 6K run/walk and 12K run will take place around Cavetown Lake on Monday, May 5th. Registration 9 a.m. and event commencing at 10 a.m.. Entry €10, family €20. Raffle, spot prizes and refreshments. Proceeds to Cavetown Amenity Centre Repair Fund. All support much appreciated.
Cortober Residents Association wish to thank everyone who contributed to their recent collection at the Patrician Hall and for the many generous contributions received since then. All support is very much appreciated.
Mass in Drumlion Church on Wednesday (for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis), Thursday and Friday at 10 a.m., Saturday 7 p.m.; Sunday Masses in Croghan Church at 10 a.m. and Patrician Hall, Cortober at 12 noon.
Last week's winner of Shannon Gaels GAA Club’s 50/50 draw was Barry Dowd who won €1,150. Online winner of €100 was John McCourt, bonus draw winner of €100 was Eileen Mullaney. Thanks to all who support the draw, it is much appreciated.
The Roscommon branch of MS Ireland wish to acknowledge receipt of €227.04 collected at Croghan Church and €161.50 at Drumlion Church on March 29th/30th. Sincere thanks to all who contributed.
Bingo takes place in the Patrician Hall, Cortober on Sundays at 8 p.m.. All welcome.
The Old Creamery Community Café, Croghan is open on Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Fridays, 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.; Saturdays, 9.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m.; Sundays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. All welcome to visit and sample coffees, teas, homebaked brown bread, cakes, apple tarts, scones, soup, sandwiches, etc..
Leitrim's Health is Wealth event takes places in the Landmark Hotel, Carrick-on-Shannon on Saturday, May 3rd at 8 p.m.. The event features a live podcast, music and conversations to raise awareness about mental health. The "Where is My Mind" podcast, founded and hosted by musician Niall Breslin (Bressie) explores how people can better look after themselves in the modern world. Other speakers on the night include singer/songwriter Charlie McGettigan and Dr. Catherine Dolan, Consultant Psychiatrist.
The Windmill Classic will take place on Sunday, June 8th from Elphin Community Centre, €30 for cycling club members, €20 non-members. Hot food served afterwards. The 100k starts at 9 a.m., 50k starts 9.30 a.m.. Proceeds this year will go to the Elphin Windmill repair fund.
Well-known writer and performer Seamus O'Rourke will present his show "Indigestion" at the Landmark Hotel, Carrick-on-Shannon, on Saturday, May 17th at 8 p.m. in association with Shannon Gaels GAA Club. Tickets €20 available from Landmark Hotel, club members or through Shannon Gaels app. Tickets purchased through the app can be collected on the night.
The regular monthly meeting of the Carrick-on-Shannon Historical Society will be held on Wednesday, May 7th at 8 p.m. in St George's Heritage & Visitor Centre (Church Lane). All welcome to attend. Many interesting events are upcoming, including historian/author Paul Connolly discussing 'The Lost Country Houses of County Roscommon' on Wednesday, May 21st, plus several historical/heritage events that are part of The Leitrim Gathering during the weekend of May 23rd-25th.
