Local Notes: Scrabble Club, Drama, Eastern Harps
The management and staff of Kilmovee Community Centre with Santa and Mrs Claus at the Kilmovee Active Age Christmas party. Pic: James Hunt Photography
The AGM of Ballaghaderreen Community Games will take place on Thursday, January 15th at 9 p.m. upstairs in the clubhouse at the Community Park. New members welcome.
A monthly meet-up for local artists to chat, share and network is set to get underway at Ballaghaderreen Library. Each month, local or national artists will be invited to present their craft. E-mail creativeplacesballagh@gmail.com for further details.
The scrabble club has resumed on Thursdays from 5 – 7 p.m.. at Ballaghaderreen Library. New members welcome.
Need a hand with your smartphone, tablet or laptop? A six-week basic computer course is taking place at The Shambles, Ballaghaderreen, starting this Tuesday, January 13th from 11-1 p.m.. This course offers friendly, practical support for anyone who wants to feel more confident using everyday technology. Running on Tuesdays from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m., the course continues through to 2026 and is ideal for beginners. Participants can expect clear, step-by-step guidance on the basics — from using a smartphone or tablet, to getting to grips with a laptop, email, internet browsing, and day-to-day digital tasks.
The Ballagh FC 50/50 draw for a jackpot of €220 was won on Tuesday night last by Thomas Mannion, seller, Mannion’s Bar Next draw is January13th at the Community Park. Thank you for your continued support. Tickets are available in outlets throughout the town and online at Clubforce.com.
On Saturday, January 10th in the RDFL Women’s division the full time score was Castlerea Celtic - 1 Ballaghaderreen FC – 2. Scorers for Ballaghaderreen were Grace McDermott and Tori Duffy. Sunday, January 11th - PK Trailers RDFL First Division, Ballaghaderreen FC – 2 Moylough 79 – 5, scorer for BFC, Cormac Rushe - 2.
Do you have a creative or artistic idea? Is it an idea for a small project? Is there a funding application you would like to apply for? Do you need help? The Ballaghaderreen Creative Places Coordinator can help. Sessions on Monday, January 19th; Monday, January 26th, 12 noon - 4 p.m. at The Shambles. Book ahead to secure a one-hour slot by emailing creativeplacesballagh@gmail.com
The Ballaghaderreen GAA 50/50 draw was held on Sunday, January 11th in Molly’s Bar, Barrack Street. Winner of the jackpot of €530 were Anna Regan and James Lavin, c/o Hatch, selling agents, Hatch Bar. Next draw is on Sunday, January 18th in the Old Forge Inn, Cloontia. Many thanks for your support.
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The Skreen-Dromard Drama group present the three part comedy by Jimmy Keary ''One Wife Too Many” in Culfadda Community Centre on Saturda, January 24th at 8 p.m.. Tickets available from committee members. Enquiries by what’s/app to 087-4832762 or call or text Kenny at 087-3920661 or Damien 087-9932160.
Medjugorje Pilgrimage from September 30th to October 7th, direct flight ex Knock to Mostar- Marian Pilgrimages- cost €865 a special price until January -will be €915 after. Fr. Michael Quinn and Fr. James McDonagh will travel. Contacts are Teresa Lynch at 085-7401914 and Trish McDonagh 087-2903813.
First Holy Communion will be on Sunday, May 3rd at the 11.30 a.m. Mass. in Gurteen Church. There are 19 children from Carn National School this year.
Crib donations from the Churches in Gurteen parish will go to Aid to Church in Need both for Gaza and Nuns who care for orphans and refugees in Ukraine.
The Rambling House was the entertainment in the Coleman Music Centre last Saturday night - a very enjoyable night was had by a large audience and upcoming events include well known and popular singer Sean Keane on February 14th. Further information from 071-9182599 or www.colemanirishmusic.com
The Gurteen Celtic lotto draw for January 5th wasn’t won -numbers drawn were ,15, 17, 21, 27 and the winner of the €50 was Renee Wilson, Moydoo, Gurteen.
Ballymote branch of St. Vincent de Paul thanks everyone who contributed to their recent collection. Funds contributed go to local needs. Your support was much appreciated. 086-3028933.
The Eastern Harps 50/50 draw held on Monday, January 5th was won by Fiona Gormley, Culfadda who won €629. The club appreciates all support.
Bingo is held every Friday at 8 p.m.- jackpot of €1,600 on 45 calls and the lotto jackpot €200 as well. Support is greatly appreciated.
