Local Notes: Roscommon Christmas Festival launch, Social soccer and School of music
The Roscommon Western Alzheimer's committee pictured at a Coffee Morning at Roscommon Golf Club, from left, front: Margaret Keane, Mairéad Nally, Caitriona O’Brien, Marie Conroy, Martina Hanley. Centre: Kevin Sexton, Margaret Madden, Mary Cunningham. Back: Kieran Madden, Mary Finn and Frank Nally. Pic. Gerard O’Loughlin
Roscommon Town Team will officially launch the Roscommon Christmas Festival 2023 with a mouth-watering Christmas culinary experience using locally sourced produce. Join Sham Hanifa, a multi-award-winning chef, businessman and broadcaster on Wednesday, November 22nd at Roscommon Arts Centre at 8 p.m.. Discover delightful festive recipes and embrace the holiday spirit. Special MC on the night. Enjoy a complimentary glass of bubbly on the night.
Are you a parent of a baby/toddler aged 0-3years? Have you signed up for a free event on Thursday, November 23rd from 10 .m. to 12 noon at The Quad for parents of children 0-3 years, and anyone who might be interested in having a coffee, connecting with other parents and getting some tips on keeping yourself well.
A new Dads & Lads Social Soccer programme in conjunction with FAI Roscommon meets at Roscommon Community Sports Park every Friday evening from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.. This programme is free.
Roscommon County Council & Mote Park Conservation Group in association with County Roscommon Heritage Forum are delighted to announce the launch of ‘Kilmeane, Co. Roscommon – The Graveyard and the Grave Memorials’ written and edited by Mary B. Timoney. The launch will take place on Thursday, November 30th at 7.30 p.m. in Gleeson’s Restaurant, The Square, Roscommon. The book will be launched by Dr. Daniel Patrick Curley, Manager, Rathcroghan Visitor Centre, Tulsk. The initiative is funded by the Heritage Council as an action of County Roscommon Heritage Plan. All welcome.
Roscommon Golf Club has a vacancy for a head greenkeeper.
Roscommon Cancer Support will hold its annual Christmas Food and Craft Fair on Sunday, November 26th at Abbey Hotel. Free admission on the day, 12 a.m.-4 p.m.. Tables are €25 for crafters. For more information call 0906625898 or Laura on 0879334942.
The Social Readers group meets on the last Wednesday of each month in Roscommon Library at 2.30 p.m. for approximately one hour. All are welcome to come along and join in. Contact Ronan on 086 1765381 for more information.
Roscommon Gaels 25 Card Drive winners from Monday, November 6th: Joint winners, Pat Dillon, Peggy Moran and Joe McCormack, runners-up, Mick McDonald. Monday November 13th – 1st, Pat Dillon; 2nd, Peggy Moran; 3rd, Kevin McDonagh; 4th, Frank Naughton.
Roscommon, South Leitrim, Athlone Area AA invite you to an Open Public Meeting on Saturday, November 25th at 6 p.m. in Hannon’s Hotel, Roscommon. Speakers from AA Al Anon, professional counsellor and young persons’ liaison officer. All are welcome. Call 089 21098274.
Would you be willing to provide companionship or make calls to older people for one hour, once a week? ALONE is seeking volunteers in your area. Full training and support provided. If interested contact Helena Helena.madden@alone.ie or on 086 0145829.
Thank you to all who supported the raffle on the night of the Solstice Choir Concert, Friday, November 3rd. A total of €3,190 was raised on the night. Thanks also to Roscommon Solstice Choir for the opportunity to fundraise on the evening. Total raised to date - €67,500. Your generosity as always is greatly appreciated.
Roscommon Branch of Comhaltas Ceoltoirí Éireann is launching a school of music devoted to traditional music in the New Year. The group would like to be able to offer instruments for children who want to try them before purchasing or for use by those who cannot afford their own. If you have an unused or unwanted instruments which you are willing to donate, please contact Patricia on 0879316673.
Local Forums are open evening for people with connections to mental health services where they speak about their experience present views and raise matters to improve the service to others. Please contact Teresa or Fiona on Fiona.dodd@hse.ie or 0873805332 or MHERForumSecetary@outlook.com or 0877554393.
Get ready to make a difference, connect with your community, and embrace the spirit of the Roscommon Community Challenge 2024! Stay tuned as organisers gear up to announce the SAVE-THE-DATE for the return of the Moonlight Roscommon Community Challenge 2024. The schedule, including times, dates, and specific details for both the training and main event, will be announced soon.
Mote Park Conservation Group wish to express immense gratitude to Ballymurray National School Parents Association for the presented to the group. It is very much appreciated and will be used to support ongoing and future projects in Mote Park.
Roscommon Christmas Festival will be back on the square, for the third year on December 9th and 10th from 1-6 p.m. To book a stall, email roscommonchristmasfestival@gmail.com and request an application form.
Line Dancing in the Quad Roscommon Youth Centre every Friday at 11.15 a.m. and every Sunday at 6 p.m.. Also, line dancing, jive and quick step in Fourmilehouse every Tuesday at 7 p.m.. Contact 086 8474744 for more details.
Results from the Bridge Clubs:
Happy '71 Bridge Club – 1st, Mary Fallon & Goretti Kenny; 2nd, Mary McDermott & Ann Kilduff, Gross, Mary & Vincent Brennan.
Ballymurray Bridge Club Harvest Competition) - 1st, Kevin Moran & Ivan Moran; 2nd, Patricia O'Gara & Una Gleeson; gross, Mary Naughton & Kitty Gately; 3rd, Michael Dolan & Kevin Coyle.
Kilbride Bridge Club – 1st, Phil Murray-O'Brien & Bernie Fallon; 2nd, Bridie & Tom Moran; 3rd, Eileen Dowling & Moira Farrell.
Christmas Carols with the Athlone Choral Society and special guest Daren Lane in St Coman's Church of Ireland, Roscommon Town on Sunday, December 3rd at 6 p.m.. Donations at the door, if wished.
The following activities are scheduled at Clooneycolgan Community Centre for the coming months: Mondays, bingo at 8.30 p.m.; Tuesdays, primary school ceili dancing with Ethna Fahy 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.; arts and crafts with Ann McCormack, 7 p.m. – 8.30 p.m.; Ceili dancing, 8.30 p.m. – 10 p.m.; Wednesdays, pilates with Eimear Foxe, beginners and advanced 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Thursdays, Progressive card drive, 8.30 p.m.; Fridays, Keep fit at 11 a.m.. Christmas Craft Fair early December. Christmas bingo Monday, December 18th followed by annual Christmas bazaar with lots of prizes. The committee urges local people to please come out and support these activities in the centre.
The winners of the Progressive 25 Drive in Clooneycolgan on Thursday night last were as follows: 1st, Mickey Beirne; 2nd,Gerry Cunningham. Table prize Seamus Morris. Next game on Thursday next at 8.30 p.m.
