Local Notes: Barrell Making, Irish Camp and Knitting Club
Ballaghaderreen’s Mens Shed recently attended a Barrel Making workshop with Cooper Darren Leonard at The Ballaghaderreen Family resource Centre.
Citizens Information will be in attendance at the Community Resource Centre, The Shambles, Market Street, Ballaghaderreen, F45 EW98, on Wednesday, June 24th. The service will be available from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and again from 2 p.m. to 4.30 p.m.. For further information, please contact Roscommon Citizens Information Centre on 0818 07 6360 or the Community Resource Centre on 094 9862565.
With warmer weather expected in the coming days, people are being reminded to swim safely and take extra care around water. Local Councillor Micheál Frain said we are lucky to have many beautiful lakes and rivers in the area, including Lough Gara, Errit Lake and Loughglynn Lake, as well as a close proximity to beaches in Mayo and Sligo but urged everyone to exercise caution. Anyone planning to swim outdoors should never swim alone, should choose a safe and familiar location, avoid strong currents or deep unknown water, and always tell someone where they are going and when they expect to return. Swim within your ability, enter the water slowly, avoid alcohol before swimming, and keep a close eye on children at all times. Whether you are cooling off in Lough Gara, relaxing at Errit, or enjoying Loughglynn Lake, please be careful, be sensible and stay safe around water.
Ballaghaderreen Men’s Shed recently attended a barrel-making workshop hosted by Ballaghaderreen Family Resource Centre. The workshop was led by cooper Darren Leonard, who shared his knowledge, skills and traditional working methods with the group. The Men’s Shed members found the demonstration very interesting and hope to use some of the tips and techniques shown by Darren in future projects in The Shed. Congratulations to all involved for hosting such an interesting and nostalgic workshop.
Kilcolman Cemetery Group annual gate collection totalled €2,204.94. Thanks to Fr. Kivlehan and to everyone who contributed to the collection, also to those who helped with the collection.
Community Resource Centre will hold a free five-week workshop every Tuesday during the month of July on how to get the best photos on your smartphone.The workshop will include camera functions, angles and settings. To book a place, contact 086 8038535.
The Irish language activity camp will take place in St Attracta's National School from Monday June 29th – Friday Jul 3rd, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. daily. Open to primary school students, sibling discounts available. Contact Roisin at campagaeiigebhealachandoirin@gmail.com or call 087 119 9640 to book a place.
All artists from Ballaghaderreen or close to the town are welcome to join the art exhibition during the upcoming Ballaghaderreen Arts Festival in August. Contact via the Art Group’s Facebook or email comartgroupballagh@outlook.ie before June 22nd at the latest. Exhibition opening: Friday night, July 31st. Duration: Saturday, August 1st to Sunday, August 9th. Venue: Phoenix Centre, Ballaghaderreen.
Ballaghaderreen is inviting applications from creative practitioners for the Teacher Artist Partnership+ (TAP+) 2026/27 programme. The closing date for applications is Friday, 5th June. The initiative provides an opportunity for artists and creative practitioners from all disciplines to expand and develop their practice through professional development opportunities and participation in an in-school residency programme. For further information, interested applicants can contact Joanna Hopkins, Co-Ordinator of Creative Places Ballaghaderreen, on 086 8372921. This programme offers a valuable opportunity for creative professionals to collaborate with schools, develop new skills, and contribute to creative learning experiences within the community SUMMER CAMP Sligo Rovers Summer Camp is coming to Ballaghaderreen FC this July, running from Monday, July 6th to Friday, July 10th. The camp is open to children aged 7 to 13 years and costs €85 per participant. All participants will receive a Sligo Rovers top and a complimentary match ticket for The Showgrounds. Bookings can be made online through the Ballaghaderreen FC Clubforce page at https://ballaghaderreenfc.clubforce.com/products/membership.
The Clinic Ballaghaderreen is looking to welcome a new part-time Practice Nurse to its team. For further information or to apply for the position, please visit the job page on Indeed using the link https://ie.indeed.com/.../practice-nurse-part-time..
Ballaghaderreen GAA Club would like to extend our warmest congratulations to senior player Ryan Lynch and Alexandra Ring on their recent wedding. From everyone at the club, we wish you both a lifetime of happiness, health, love and wonderful memories together.
Would you like to be part of a dynamic and rewarding team delivering high-class hospitality in the Ballagh area? Experienced persons required for Restaurant/Bar/ Off-Licence. The position is part-time, front of house and has competitive pay for suitably qualified persons. Applicants must be available weekdays as well as weekends. Please forward your CV by email to fiddlerselbowballagh@gmail.
ALONE is recruiting volunteers around Co. Mayo and Roscommon. If you have some free time and would like to make a difference in someone's life, volunteer with ALONE. To join ALONE, please follow the link or call 0818 222 024 www.alone.ie/volunteers PIETA HOUSE Pieta House provides a professional one-to-one therapeutic service to people who are in suicidal distress, those who engage in self-harm, and those bereaved by suicide. All of these services are provided free of charge, and no referral is needed.
Call the 24-hour crisis Helpline on freephone l800 247 247 or Text HELP to 5l444.
The Plastic Return Scheme is thriving in Ballaghaderreen, with collection points at Duffy’s SuperValu (now accepting larger bottles!), The Fiddlers Elbow car park, and a 24-hour machine at Towey’s Spar and Topoil on the Dublin Road. Return plastic bottles and cans to receive vouchers, redeemable at local businesses. Keep up the great work, Ballagh—this is the circular economy in action!
The group continues to meet in The Ozanam Centre from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesdays. The next gathering is on Wednesday, August 17th. New members are welcome.
The Knitting Club meets in The Shambles, Ballaghaderreen, every Tuesday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.. New members are welcome.
Draw held on Sunday night, June 21st at the Old Forge Inn Cloontia. Winner of jackpot of €657 euro is Mary Dunne, Lisacul. Selling agents: Creatons Bar. Next Draw on Sunday night, June 28th at Clarkes Bar, Pound Street.
