Local Notes: Tower Bar Sessions, Line Dancing Classes, Active Age Fitness Classes
Staff of Elphin Community College with Cllr Valerie Byrne and Professor Pauline Cullen, Sociology Department Maynooth University and research assistant Emma O'Toole who hosted a school roadshow last week part of the 'Supporting Women and Diversity through engagement with Local Government' campaign, supported by SHE - See Her Elected and Roscommon Women's Network - RWN.
Chatterland Playschool & Creche, Palace Walk, Elphin is celebrating 25 years of business, and would love for all past and present families to celebrate this very special milestone with them. On Friday, October 9th from 4 p.m.–6 p.m. the service will be opening its doors to all past and present parents, staff members, families and children for some tea, coffee, a chat and a catch-up, while taking a little trip down memory lane and celebrating 25 wonderful years.
The death occurred, peacefully, on September 19th in the loving care of her family and the staff at St James’ Hospital, Dublin of Mrs Máire Kelly (Ní Bhroin) of Clondalkin, Dublin (originally from Elphin). Predeceased by her son, Pádraig, parents Tom and Maureen, brothers, Alan and Tom and niece Mary. Deeply mourned by her husband Declan, siblings, Paddy, Margaret, Grace, Bernie and John, her children, Eoin, Úna, Colm, Lughaidh and Cónán, their partners Ciara, Pádraig, Ciara, Ella and Saoirse, grandchildren Meadbh, Róisín, Teegan, Tomás, Sadbh, Séimí, Oisín, Cathal, Éanna and Finbar, sisters and brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family and her many friends. Maire was a great traditional musician on whistle and concertina and frequently visited the Tower Tuesday night session in Elphin along with members of the Kelly family. She will be sadly missed. Funeral Mass for Máire was celebrated in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Clondalkin on Wednesday last and she was laid to rest in Newlands Cemetery (D24 K1CY) following the Mass.
The death occurred on September 18th, peacefully at her residence, surrounded by her loving family, of Mrs Marguerite (Rita) Maria Goretti Gaughan (née O'Hara), Beechwood Lawns, Rathcoole, Dublin and late of Elphin. Predeceased by her parents John and Nancy, brothers John and Des, sister Frances. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her children Marjorie (Marguerite), David, Kieran and Trevor, son-in-law Eddie, daughters-in-law Anna and Miriam, adored grandchildren Matthew, Charlotte, Louis, Sofia, Nina and Henry, brother Vincent, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and a large circle of friends. Following Funeral Mass in the Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Saggart on Monday last she was laid to rest in Saggart Cemetery.
Volunteers are sought from the community for a new Foróige Club planned for Elphin for young people aged between 12 and 16. The proposed club would operate Friday evenings from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. providing local teenagers with a safe and enjoyable place to meet, socialise and take part in activities. Volunteers are required to complete the appropriate Garda vetting process.
Host Sean Martin always says "every session is different and you never know who will walk in." Last week all were delighted to have a visit from Terry Clarke Coyne from Liverpool with roots in Roscommon. Terry is an amazing flute, whistle and fiddle player and a lovely singer and a genuinely nice human being. He joined in with the tunes and songs and lovely chats. Wishing Terry a very happy trip and please come back to visit. After a very enjoyable summer season of Trád sessions all associated with the Tuesday (8.30 p.m.) night music sessions in the Tower Inn are looking forward to the longer nights and the greater sense of togetherness that goes with the long nights trad music sessions, they are also looking forward to meeting new and old friends whether young or old be they musician or listener all will be made very welcome with a great night assured for all.
Thank you to the staff of Elphin Community College who hosted a School Roadshow as part of the 'Supporting Women and Diversity through engagement with Local Government' campaign, supported by SHE - See Her Elected & Roscommon Women's Network - RWN. Also present on the day was Professor Pauline Cullen of the Sociology department of Maynooth University, accompanied by Research Assistant, Emma O'Toole. Sincere thanks also to Cllr Valerie Byrne who shared her insights as an elected representative and to Rachel O'Farrell of the franchise section of Corporate Services in Roscommon County Council for her valuable presentation on the electoral register.
Shoutout to anyone interested in giving rounders a try. It’s great fun, great game. No previous experience necessary. All ages welcome. Spread the word. Contact Pauline for more details on +353863775904 IRISH LANGUAGE CLASSES Irish language classes for adults will resume again this autumn in Cruachan Ai (F45HH51) Tulsk. The classes will begin on Wednesday, October 7th from 6.30 p.m. to 8 p.m.. This course is suitable for all levels with an emphasis on conversational Irish. Beginners are welcome. It will run every Wednesday for six weeks with a break for midterm. . For further information contact Maire, 086 6095402.
Exercises and meditation classes are running for four weeks, 12 noon to 1 p.m. at Elphin Day Care Centre. Everyone welcome. If anyone wishes to avail of the day centre services please ring 0719635566 or 0876803675.
Elphin GAA is looking for seat sponsors. For a contribution of €150 your family name or that of a loved one will be prominently displayed on a seat in the club’s new stand. All funds are going to the current infrastructure works at Orchard Park. Contact Aidan Brady 0879188293 or a member of the organising committee.
Saturday meetings of Tidy Towns will resume at the Polytunnel shortly. All welcome. Thanks also to everyone who sponsors the work of the group. The committee would love to have some new volunteers. If you are new to Elphin it is a great way to meet people. Volunteers do an hour on Saturdays.
Bingo every Monday starts at 8 p.m. in Elphin Community Centre. Thank you for your continued support.
Line Dancing classes with Shannon have resumed in An Bothar Rua, Elphin on Wednesdays, 7.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m.. Fun, friendly and energetic, no experience needed, no partner required. . Contact 087 7774557 YOGA CLASSES Yoga has recommenced on Mondays at 6.30 p.m. and 8 p.m. at Elphin Day Care Centre. Limited places, booking essential. Contact Joanne 086 3722165 AA MEETINGS AA meetings are held on Mondays at 8 p.m. in Elphin Community Centre.
The Beatification of the late American Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen on Thursday, September 24th in St. Louis, Missouri, U.S. rekindled the memories of many people in the parish of Croghan and surrounding areas of his visits to Croghan in 1952 and 1962. The Archbishop's maternal grandparents, John and Mary Fulton were natives of Croghan, and lived in the village until they emigrated to Illinois in 1855. He was born in 1895 and died in 1979. Monsignor Sheen visited Ireland on many occasions and came to Croghan in 1952 for the rededication of St. Michael's Church where large crowds attended to meet and greet the then Auxuliary Bishop of New York. He visited the village again in 1962 when he received a huge welcome by parishioners and visitors. Fulton Sheen was ordained a priest in 1919 and was a noted theologian, bishop, educator, communicator and preacher. A miracle attributed to the late archbishop concerned the miraculous recovery of a baby who was still-born, following its parents prayers to the archbishop. The Beatification ceremony took place last week in St. Louis, attended by thousands of clergy and lay people. A Blessed Fulton Sheen Prayer Group had its first meeting after Mass in Croghan Church on Sunday in thanksgiving for his beatification.
Recent winner of the Shannon Gaels GAA Club's 50/50 draw was Ethna Regan (Carrick-on-Shannon) who won €1,150. All support for the draw is much appreciated. Tickets may be purchased on ClubSpot or at local businesses.
Cortober residents will hold a social function in Glancy's Bar on Friday, October 2nd at 9 p.m.. Music and finger food provided. All welcome to attend..
The Cortober Children's Choir practice on Wednesday from 6.45 p.m. to 7.30 p.m.. in the Patrician Hall. Practice takes place weekly and the choir sings at 12 noon Sunday Mass in the Patrician Hall every second week. New members are most welcome.
Active Age Fitness Classes take place in Croghan Community Centre on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11.30 a.m.. For bookings please call/text Siofra at 086-1929282. (Croghan Café open Thursday for coffee and chat).
Opening hours at the Old Creamery Café, Croghan, are: Thursdays, 9.30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Fridays, 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sundays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m..
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..
Exercise classes take place in the Patrician Hall, Cortober on Tuesday at 11 a.m..
Bingo takes place in the Patrician Hall, Cortober on Sunday night at 8 p.m.. Big cash prizes to be won. All welcome.
