Tubbercurry

DRAMA FESTIVAL AGM

The annual general meeting of the Western Drama Festival will be held in Killorans Traditional Restaurant on Monday, September 26, at 8.30 p. m. All members are invited to attend. New members will be very welcome. The festival has been chosen to host the all- Ireland Confined Finals in 2017. Opening on Friday, April 21, it will continue for nine nights.

This is a major event for the committee to organise and they would welcome volunteers to join project teams in preparation for the finals. Meanwhile the annual one Act Festival will be held in St Brigid’s Hall Theatre on 17th, 18th, and November 19.

FLOWER ARRANGING

There is a flower arranging workshop for September with Martina Kilian on Thursday, September 22, in Corsallagh, Cloonacool, from 11 a. m. to 2 p. m. Booking is essential as places are limited ( 6- 10). Contact Martina at 087 2403005,071 9186440 or email martina13. kilian@ gmail. com.

ENTERPRISE TOWN

Bank of Ireland, Tubbercurry are hosting a new initiative for the Business and Social Community of South Sligo with a major display arranged at the St Attracta’s Community School Complex on the weekend of November 4 and 5.

The Enterprise Town programme will bring together people from across local Businesses, from our Schools and Youth groups, and from Sports and Cultural Organisations. It will facilitate a networking event that will bring all of these pillars together. People will connect with groups and businesses that they never knew existed so that long term relationships will be formed and opportunities to do business will prosper.

This event is entirely free and all costs associated with it are carried by Bank of Ireland, Tubbercurry. The event is open to the entire community of South Sligo. If you are involved in a business or organisation that might be interested in learning more on how to exhibit, or for further details, contact BOI Branch Tubbercurry or email enterprisetown@ tubbercurry. ie.

COMHALTAS NEWS

Traditional music classes commencing in Tubbercurry Family Resource Centre on Monday, September 19. Beginners’ classes on whistle and flute at 6.15 p. m. Advanced classes on whistle and flute at 7 p. m. Fiddle classes at 7.45 p. m. Registration on the night.

PATSY FAUL R. I. P.

The recent death occurred in Woodstock, Illinois, USA of Patsy Faul. Originally a native of Humbert Street, and Church Street, Tubbercurry, and son of the late Jimmy and Mary Ann Faul, Patsy was 87 years old and a member of the well- known and popular Faul family.

Patsy was very active with Tubbercurry GAA Club in the late 1940s and early 1950s prior to his emigration to America, and was considered a fine sportsman in his youth. Like other youngsters at the time, he also played soccer under pseudo names as the GAA ban on playing ‘ foreign games’ was still very much enforced.

Patsy’s wife Peggy ( née Blaine) was from Crossmolina and in their years in America they lived mainly in the Indiana and Illinois areas. Patsy was predeceased by his brother Jimmy, Johnny and Tommie Eddie, and sister Josie, and is survived by his wife Peggy, brother Charlie, sisters Bridie Synott, Tubbercurry and Mary, Winnie and Madge in England, nephews, nieces and cousins, all to whom sympathy is extended. May he rest in peace.

MEDITATION/ RELAXATION

Meditation/ Relaxation Class – six week class continues every Wednesday at 11 a. m. in Sligo Cancer Support Centre, 53 Ard Aisling, Tubbercurry

Class is suitable for all on their cancer journey and all who have recovered from a cancer diagnosis, in these sessions you will learn how to calm your breath, soften your body, release tension and emotions and introduce peace, quiet and gain a deep sense of wellbeing.

For information on our new autumn/ winter Schedule please call to our centre open 10 a. m. to 4 p. m., Monday to Friday or ring 089 4480527.

BRIDGE CLUB

Bridge Classes for beginners have commenced at Murphy’s Hotel and will be held weekly from 8 p. m. to 10 p. m. Enquiries to Colm at 087 2313631, Michael at 071 9181956 or Anne at 087 6474136. Bridge has just resumed after the summer break, also in Murphy’s Hotel ( play at 7.45 p. m.).

North Connaught College are currently enrolling for all courses. Our full time level six course in Early Childhood Education will now include four Montessori modules so that students will be able to access jobs in Montessori pre- schools. Some availability in Beauty Therapy and Ebusiness. For more information please phone North Connaught College at 071 9185035.

BUS LINK – There is a local link bus service from Ballymote to Tubbercurry Daily scheduled service Monday to Friday. It leaves Ballymote at 9 a. m. and collects in Gurteen, Killavil, Bunnanaddan, Chaffpool/ Powellsboro along the route arriving in Tubbercurry at 9.30, which make it possible for anybody wishing to get to North Connaught College. This local link bus leaves Tubbercurry at 4.30 returning to Ballymote daily. The price is very reasonable. The bus will stop at the towns and villages listed and at points along the route. Please hail the bus as it passes your area.

Places remaining on some of our full time courses. Please phone 071 9185035 or visit northconnaughtcollege. net to find out more information about courses.

FREE COMPUTER COURSES

These courses are due to start in mid- September ( date to be confirmed) and are available to anyone who is working full or part time. The course will cover the Internet, email and Microsoft Office. Computers for Farmers will also be available and will include Basic Computers, Internet and email, Dept. of Agriculture Online Services and Basic Farm Records. Both courses will run three hours one evening a week 7.30 p. m. to 10 p. m. ( day to be confirmed), for a period of 12 weeks. A minimum of six is needed to commence the course with a max of 8/ 9 in any group. For more information or to sign u please contact Niamh at 086 0779362.

OLD FAIR DAY

The Tubbercurry Old Fair Day Festival Committee would like to thank all the individuals, volunteers, businesses and groups especially our sponsors and partners for their support. Without your help the fair would not be possible. Our AGM will take place on Thursday, September 22, at 8 p. m. in Mickey Macs Bar, all welcome to attend.

ACTIVE RETIREMENT

Tubbercurry Active Retirement resumes meetings on Tuesday, September 20, in the Health Centre at 8 p. m. A full programme of activities including exercise – yoga, bowling, and curling – talks, outings etc. for the coming year is being prepared, beginning with the two- day trip to Dublin later this month. New members are always welcome.

Historical Tour to Dublin – Due to popular demand following our last Historical Tour to Dublin, the local Active Retirement Association is organising another three days/ 2 night’s trip by luxury coach from Monday, September 26, to Wednesday, September 28, visiting Kilmainham Jail, Collins Barracks Museum, GPO, Glasnevin Cemetery and other sights. Cost is € 200 per person sharing, which includes Bed and Breakfast, Evening meal and all coach journeys. Due to the huge demands on hotel beds in Dublin this year, we must have the names of those interested in joining us by September 1. To book please ring 087 7720950 or 087 9042319 before that date. Payment in full is due by September 18.

25 CARD GAME

25 Card Game Single Hand continues in the Supper Room in St Brigid’s hall every Sunday night at 8.30 p. m.

CLASS OF 1976 REUNION

There will be a 40th reunion of the class of 1976 Marist Convent, Tubbercurry on October 1. A meal and entertainment is planned for Cawley’s Hotel. Full details and booking for the event can be had by contacting Ann at 086 6012893.

Cloonacool Community Centre will host their annual Tractor Run on October 31 starting from Cloonacool Community Centre. All Hondas, vintage cars and tractors welcome. For booking please contact Attracta McIntyre at 086 3058844.