Local Notes: Coffee Morning, Pregnancy Yoga, Buggy Buddies
Cllr Larry Brennan, Cllr Liam Callaghan, Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council and council chief executive Shane Tiernan at the Roscommon Easter Parade.
A coffee morning in aid of Parkinson's Roscommon will be held at Roscommon Golf Clubhouse on Friday, April 10th between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.. The special guest speaker on the day will be Dr Martin Daly TD. Everyone is welcome. Please support if you can.
A big thank you to Roscommon County Council and Athlone Municipal District for the grant funding toward the new doors at Castlecoote Community Centre. This support makes a huge difference in maintaining the building and keeping it secure and energy efficient.
Pilates continues with Bonnie every Tuesday, 7.30-8.15 p.m. All ages and abilities welcome.
Line dancing takes place every Friday 6.30-8 p.m. with Christopher.
Cash for Clobber continues with proceeds going to the Community Centre. Bags can be dropped into outdoor toilet with the green door if the centre is closed.
The AGM of St Ciaran’s Community Centre will be on Sunday, April 19th at 7 p.m..
Re-turn Deposit Return Scheme: The community is encouraged to donate their empty plastic bottles and cans (which are part of the Re-turn Deposit Return Scheme) into the specialised, marked orange bin which is located at Castlecoote Stores. This initiative allows residents to dispose of their recyclable bottles and cans while simultaneously contributing to the local community's fundraising efforts. All funds generated from returning these containers are used to support our local Castlecoote Community Centre.
Congratulations to all involved in Castlecoote Tidy Towns who received three awards for all their hard work. Continued success to all and a special well done to the young volunteers in winning the regional prize in the Young Persons in Tidy Towns category.
Volunteers are sought for lending a hand with the cleaning of Fuerty Church. If anyone could spare an hour it would be greatly appreciated. Text Margaret on 085 8677399.
All pregnant women are welcome to South Roscommon Family Resource Centre for pregnancy yoga every Wednesday from 6.30 pm. to 7.30 p.m.. Registration essential. Book your space by phoning 0906628621or email info.srfrc@vitahouse.org.
Roscommon Sports Partnership is supporting the HSE campaign for Bowel Cancer Awareness Month this April. The HSE says around 2,600 people are diagnosed each year. BowelScreen offers free bowel screening to people aged 57 to 71 living in Ireland. If eligible, you can register and request your free home screening kit online. Find out more: hse.ie/bowelscreen THANK YOU Parishioners in the Kilteevan Church area are thanked for their co-operation and understanding since Fr. Sean retired in January. The arranging of Masses and Sacraments will continue to be done through the Parish Office. Call 090 6626298 or email roscommonparish3@gmail.com
Divine Mercy celebrations take place on Sunday, April 12th at 3 p.m., in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon.
Roscommon Harriers 5km Series for 2026 is underway with the next 5km on Friday, April 10th. Race starts 7.30 p.m., pick up numbers from 6.30 p.m. at Hannon’s Hotel.
25 card drive winners for March 30th: 1st, Kay Featherstone, John Devaney, Jimmy Naughton; 2nd, Michael Sharkey, Billy Keane, Peter Keegan, Frank Naughton, Colin Kilcline; 3rd, Con Keigher. Free game, Kevin McDonagh.
An Age Friendly Easter event will be held in Kilbride Community Centre (F42 N277) on this Wednesday, April 8th from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Event includes music, storytelling, chair yoga, and the launch of the Roscommon Age Friendly Directory. Hot food and refreshments will also be provided. A fun-filled day of music, stories, and community connection awaits. This event is free and open to everyone, so come along and enjoy a great day out. For any queries, please contact Linda on 086 780 7438 or e-mail lindadevine@ridc.ie . The event is being organised by Roscommon Leader Partnership, Roscommon Age Friendly, and Roscommon County Council — working together to celebrate community and connection.
The Buggy Buddies programme is back for four weeks starting Tuesday, April 14th, 11 a.m.-12 noon at the Community Sports Park. Buggy Buddies is a physical activity programme for mothers and others to exercise in a safe environment with their babies. The sessions will include a mix of cardio and strength exercises aimed at improving overall fitness. This includes walking/light jogging and a variety of full-body exercises. It is also a fantastic way to get out, meet other parents and build a supportive community.
Changing Gears is a 5-session course, which supports people in dealing with change and life transitions (e.g. getting the most from retirement/handling bereavement/ill health/becoming a carer, or having more time for yourself ) in mid to later life. It helps participants to identify what has served them well up to now in life, the successes and challenges they have experienced, what supports they have in place and what they may need to introduce for their next stage of life. Dates ate Thursdays April 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th and May 7th May f 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. in Gleeson’s Townhouse Market Square, Roscommon. To register contact Fiona of Age & Opportunity on (01) 913 3922/email engage@ageandopportunity.ie.
South Roscommon Family Resource Centre 7 Castle View, Castle Street, Roscommon welcomes everyone to an Open Day on Wednesday, April 15th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.. Tour the centre, meet the staff and students.
Roscommon Sports Partnership CLG, invites all individuals, groups and organisations involved in sport and physical activity in County Roscommon to attend or send a representative to the 2026 AGM on Tuesday, April 14th at 6 p.m. in The Cube FlexiSpace, Lanesborough Road, Roscommon.
Bingo takes place at the Hyde Centre each Sunday at 8 p.m..
Results from the Bridge Clubs: Happy '71 Bridge Club - 1st, Tresina Murphy & Larry Shine; 2nd, June Halliday & Tommie Murphy; gross, Olive Fahy & Judy Adamson.
St. Coman's Bridge Club: 1st, Ann Kenny & Brid Morgan; 2nd, Geraldine Hoban & Maureen Fallon; gross, Rita Roughneen & Josephine Devaney.
Ballymurry Bridge Club (Section A): 1st, Paula Whyte & Marian Byrne; 2nd, Margaret Mullen & Frances Keane; gross, Gertie Spillane & Josephine Devaney.
Section B: 1st, Evelyn Curley & Judy Adamson; 2nd, Valere & Pat Finneran; gross, Ann Shine & Kathleen Corcoran.
Kilbride Bridge Club - North/South: 1st, Pauline Donohue & Martina Fallon.
East/West, Ann Igoe & Gertie McDermott. April 1st North/South - 1st, Gertie McDermott & Ann Igoe; East/West -1st, Moira Farrell & Eileen Dowling.
The winners of the Progressive 25 drive in Clooneycolgan on Thursday night last were as follows: 1st, Gerry Cunningham; 2nd, Johno Beirne; 3rd, Mary Keegan; table prize, Christy McDermott. Next game is Thursday next at 9 p.m..
