Local Notes: Darts Fundraiser, Reading Group, Heritage Training
Martha McKeon, Elphin, with Eugene Connolly, Hannah Victory, Shirley Dempsey and Arlene Connolly, Leitrim darts team, pictured at a fundraiser for Hannah in the Hollywood Bar, Roscommon last weekend. Pic: Gerard O’Loughlin
Would you like to play a part in preserving Roscommon’s stories for future generations? Training is practical and volunteer-focused, combining oral heritage best practice with hands-on audio recording, interviewing, consent, file management, and archiving guidance. The programme will be delivered by GK Media Studios across three in-person workshops (3-3.5 hours each) which will take place between July and October 2026. Volunteer training for 2026 starts on Saturday, July 18th 10 a.m. – 1.30 p.m. in Roscommon Library. Training is free but registration is required, by email heritage@roscommoncoco.ie or phone 090 6632513. The project is funded by The Heritage Council under Ceangal, the Local Authority Heritage Programme, delivered in partnership between the Heritage Council and Local Government Ireland as an action of Roscommon Heritage Strategy.
Glessons are celebrating 35 years in business on Thursday, July 23rd. To say thank you for the valued custom over the years, they are inviting the public for a complimentary coffee and sweet treat from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m..
Free in person and online mental health support groups with GROW every Wednesday, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. in Roscommon.
Roscommon Sports Partnership will host a Safeguarding 1: Child Welfare & Protection Basic Awareness Course on July 13th from 6.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m.. This course is essential for coaches, volunteers, and anyone working with young people in sport. The minimum age to participate is 16, participants aged 16–17 must have parental consent. The course will be delivered online on July 13th from 6.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m.. Book your place https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1992914905129.
The No Name Club is looking for volunteers interested in helping create a safe social space for young people, 15 – 18 years of age. You can find out more detail on the website, www.nonameclub.ie, e-mail, ejordan@nonameclub.ie or phone 087 217 2490.
A gentle and welcoming shared reading group takes place at Roscommon Library. This is open to people living with dementia and their carers. Come along to relax, enjoy listening to stories of local history or any topic, and share a cup of tea in a friendly, supportive setting. There is no pressure to read - simply listen and enjoy the company every second Wednesday at 11 a.m.. Contact: 09066 37277. New members are always very welcome.
Would you be interested in providing home from home short breaks for children/adults who have an intellectual disability? Corlann West, Home share Roscommon is recruiting host carers. Training/support provided. Tax exempt allowances paid. E-mail, Homeshareroscommon@corlann.ie call Catherine on 090 6628500 / 087 2126607.
Cemetery Mass will take place in St. Coman’s Cemetery on Saturday, August 15th at 7 p.m. Weather permitting.
Would you be willing to provide companionship to an older person locally? ALONE is seeking volunteers in the Roscommon area. Full training and support provided. If interested, please apply via the ALONE website at www.alone.ie, on volunteer@alone.ie or call 0818 222 024.
Bingo at the Hyde Centre each Sunday at 8 p.m.. Book and jackpot, €10. Roscommon Gaels looks forward to welcoming you to The Hyde.
The Relics of St Thérèse and her parents, St Louis and St Zelie Martin, will visit the Carmelite Friary Church, Moate on Sunday, July 12th to celebrate St Louis & St Zelie's Feast Day. Veneration will take place after 9 a.m., 10.30 a.m. and 12 noon Mass. There will be an exhibition on the life of St Thérèse and the Martin family and some of the 2001 exhibition in the Pastoral Centre (beside the church). This year is the 25 anniversary of the 2001 visit of the relics of St Thérèse to Ireland. The relics and exhibition will leave at 4 p.m..
Roscommon Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals will hold its annual church gate collection at St. Patrick's Church, Cloverhill on Saturday, July 11th and St. Patrick's Church, Clooneycolgan on Sunday, July 12th. Roscommon SPCA is a charity run by a team of dedicated volunteers. All money donated goes directly to animal welfare in the county.
