Local Notes: Ballaghaderreen is going green, world champion visiting The Hatch Bar and soccer registration
The McCoy family, pictured at the recent Roscommon Credit Union schools’ quiz in Kilbride Community Centre. Pic: Liam Reynolds
This year’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade take place on Monday, March 17th at 2.30 p.m.. This year’s theme is ‘Ballaghaderreen Going Green’. For information contact the committee at Stpatricksdayparadeballagh@gmail.com or DM the Ballaghaderreen St Patrick’s Day Parade Facebook page.
Community Creative Arts Café, weekly meet up starting Thursday, March 6th from 11.00 a.m. to 1 p.m.This is a self- led peer group coming together each week to work each person’s own creativity.
The winners of the Ballaghaderreen FC 50/50 draw last week were Cathal Duffy and Eoghan Duffy who scooped €357. Seller was Molly’s Bar. The Joker was not found. Cathal and Eoghan will have a chance to win €1,000 on this Tuesday, February 25th at the Community Park if they can pick the Joker before the 50/50 draw. Thank you for your continued support. Tickets are available in outlets throughout the town and online at Clubforce.com, Remember Annual tickets are available €90 for 52 draws.
Ballaghaderreen Golf Club is running a new member introductory offer. Contact Brendan on 0874180878 for more details.
The Texaco Children’s Art Competition, now in its 71st year, is accepting entries from young artists across Roscommon until Friday, February 28th. Entry forms and submission guides on www.texacochildrensart.com
The GAA 50/50 draw took place in The Brusna Inn on Sunday last. The jackpot of €570 was won by Willie Duignan, Dalton Terrace. Seller was the Saturday Night Team. Next draw takes place on Sunday, March 2nd in Clarke’s Bar.
The CE scheme is seeking an administrative assistant . Contact adcesupervisor@shambles.ie
The Don National School, Cortoonmore, Ballaghaderreen, is seeking an afterschool club leader and assistant to join the dedicated team, Monday to Thursday, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m., September to June. Send your CV and cover letter to thedonnsafterschool@gmail.com. For more information call 094 98 80478.
The Plastic Return Scheme continues in Ballaghaderreen with sites located at Duffy’s SuperValu, The Fiddlers Elbow carpark and a 24-hour machine at Towey’s Spar and Topoil on The Dublin Road. Plastic bottles and cans can be returned to receive a voucher which can be redeemed against purchases in local businesses.
The Active Retirement Group continues in the Ozanam Centre from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. on Wednesday, February 19th. Members and new members are welcome.
Looking to dispose of all your used batteries? If you want to do your bit and recycle then the CE Scheme can help as they have recycling boxes available in The Shambles to be filled. Once the boxes are full just simply return them to reception at The Shambles and they will take care of the rest.
The Shop Local campaign will run up to St Patrick’s Day to continue promoting ‘All Things Ballaghaderreen’. . To sign up contact Ballaghaderreenshoplocal@gmail.com or contact the Facebook site @Ballaghaderreenshoplocal. for details on how to participate. The Town Team would like to thank all who participated in this initiative to make it such a huge success. Please keep ‘Liking & Sharing’ our content. A series of bespoke ‘Free Ads’ will be given away for St Patrick’s Day. - register above to win!
RDYSL soccer registration for all boys and girls teams in all age groups is now open. New and existing members welcome. Players of all abilities and experience are invited to join. Enjoy a friendly atmosphere in a safe and secure environment. To register simply find Ballaghaderreen FC on WWW.Clubforce.com
A six-week gardening course at the Community Resource Centre, The Shambles starts on Tuesday, April 1st, 6.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m.. For further details, contact the offices at 094 9862565 or Patricia at 086 8194698. Funded by GRETB.
A six week programme of art classes will start on Wednesday, February 26th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the SICAP Office, Community Resource Centre, The Shambles.Enquiries, Patricia Madden 086 8194698/0949862565.
The monthly meeting of Ballaghaderreen GAA Club will be held in the clubhouse on Thursday, February 27 at 8 p m. All committee members are urged to attend.
A mindfulness course will run for three weeks starting February 25th from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Community Park Ballaghaderreen.
WDF Darts World Champion Shane Mc Guirk will visit The Hatch Bar, The Square, on March 30th from 6 p.m.. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to play and chat with a Darts World Champion, fresh from his win at The Lakeside.
Citizens Information will be in attendance at the community Resource Centre, The Shambles, F45 EW98 on Wednesday, February from 10 a.m. -1pm and 2 p.m. -4.30 p.m.. For further info contact Roscommon Citizens Information Centre on 0818076360.
Gurteen Active Age Group meets every Monday at 2 p.m. in the Coleman Music Centre for an hour. New members are encouraged and most welcome. Activities are arranged and outings -grant aided.
The death took place on February 18th of Mrs Kathleen Dart (nee Doddy) of London and formerly of Ardrahan, sister of Tommy Doddy of Cuilmore, Gurteen. Sincere sympathy is extended to her daughter brother Tommy and to all her relations and friends. May she rest in Peace.
Eastern Harps 50/50 draw held on Monday, February 17th was won by Veronica Shannon, Cloonanure- who won €704. Next draw on Monday 24th. The club is most grateful for all the support each week.
Gurteen Celtic jackpot of €7,500 wasn’t won on Sunday, February 16th. Numbers drawn were -2, 22, 13, 24 and the €50 went to Geraldine Shannon, Cloonanure.
Bingo is held every Friday at 8 p.m. in Gurteen Hall. Jackpot is at €1,600 and the lotto jackpot is €300. The committee is most grateful for all support.
Achonry pioneer annual dinner dance will be held on March 21st at 8 p.m. sharp in Yeats County Inn, Curry. Pioneers and non-pioneers are welcome. Music by The Duets.Tickets are €35. For more information call 086-8474744.
A youth pilgrimage for the Jubilee Year for Achonry, Elphin, Galway and Clonfert will take place from July 29th to August 8th for eighteen to thirty five year olds- cost is €995 per person. Information and booking form from www.elphindiocese.ie
Medugorje pilgrimage from Wednesday, October 8th to October 15th direct from Knock Airport to Mostar, accompanied by Fr. Frank O'Grady, Fr. Michael Iflora and Fr Tom Lavin -€875 sharing, insurance extra. Further information from Yvonne Igoe- at 087 4170959.
Social and Line dancing every Friday at Bunnanadden Community Centre, at 9.15 p.m. with dance tutor Christopher Beirne. Partners, solo dancers, beginners and advanced -welcome. Refreshments.
National Learning Network, Sligo - are you an adult with an acquired disability or long-term health condition? To further your education, or simply manage your health more effectively - digital skills training programme is designed for you, providing all the tools, support and resources you need to succeed. Learn both from comfort of your home (with all equipment provided) and through in-centre sessions. Contact National Learning Network, Sligo 071-9145391.
