Ballinacarrow
SCHOOL MUSICAL
What a Super Trooper cast of singers and dancers at the recent Coláiste Muire musical ‘ Thank you for the Music’ It was an outstanding performance by the students and staff and one they can be very proud of. It was great to see so many past pupils from Ballinacarrow NS taking part.
WELL DONE
Congratulations to the Owenmore Gaels under- 16 team and management who overcame Coolera/ Strandhill on the third attempt on a scoreline of 0- 9 pts to 0- 6 to be crowned the 2016 ‘ B’ Champions.
SYMPATHY
Sincere sympathy is expressed to Christine Clarke and family on the death of her sister Mary Doherty, Belleek, Co. Fermanagh. May she rest in peace.
OWENMORE GAELS LOTTO
There was no winner of the € 10,000 jackpot. There were four ‘ Match 3 winner. Congratulations to Mary Leydon ( Riverstown), Aine McDaid, Linda Cannon, Séamus O’Connell ( Laragan) who each get € 30. Thanks to everyone who bought tickets and continues to support the club. The next draw will take place in the Owenmore Inn on Monday, November 1, for the € 10,000 jackpot. Get your ticket € 2 each or three or € 5.
CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations to Nigel Durkin on passing his Driving Test, there will be no stopping this rovers supporter now.
THANK YOU
Ann Marie and Sylvester Mahon wish to thank everybody that supported their recent coffee night success in aid of North West Hospice. The amount raised was € 1,260.
CARD GAMES
Card games take place in Ballinacarrow Community Centre every Thursday night at 9 p. m. ogy workshops – Change of date. Workshop will now commence on Saturday, November 26, from 10 a. m. to 5 p. m.
This course sets up participants to enter a School of Reflexology to take professional tuition and exams. Fee € 50. Further details available on our website above or call us.
Christmas Craft Fair – Sunday, December 11, 2 p. m. to 5 p. m. Tables € 15. If you are interested in taking a table as a vendor, please call us asap as space is limited.
Vegan/ Vegetarian cooking classes – Classes postponed to Jan/ Feb 2017.
BIRDWATCH
Michael Bell of Sligo Branch, Bird Watch Ireland will present an illustrated talk on the birds of the area to be followed by a guided field trip to Mullaghmore/ Bunduff on Sunday, November 6, from 11 a. m. This is a family friendly event which is free. Please call to register your interest. This event is kindly supported by Sligo County Council, Local Agenda 21 – Environmental Partnership Fund 2016.
CLIFFONEY MARKET
Next market in Cliffoney hall is on Sunday, November 6, from 11 a. m. to 1 p. m. McMorrow’s Shop Cairns Road, Clifford Electrical Carraroe
TEXT ALERT
Text Alert system is available to protect our community. If you see any suspicious activity that you feel needs to be investigated or notified to your neighbours Telephone Garda Síochána at 071 9157000 who will investigate and arrange to send a Text Alert if necessary. Residents interested in joining the text alert system should contact any committee member or email cadrasligo1@ gmail. com and an application from will be arranged. A meeting of the group will take place tonight 25th at 8 p. m. in Community Centre.
PARKING AT ROUNDABOUT
It has again been observed that people are continuing to park on the main road at the roundabout to collect and drop off children at school. This is a dangerous practice and a serious risk to children and other motorists. People are requested to use the dedicated walled off parking area in front of school to park for dropping/ collecting children.
DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Residents of Carraroe are advised to visit sligococo. ie and read the County Sligo Draft Development Planand make submissions to suggest amendments.
LAKEVIEW ICA
The national winter conference will be held in the Castle Court hotel on Saturday, November 19,. The next meeting of Lakeview Guild will be held Tuesday, November 1, at 8 p. m. in Carraroe Community Centre. New members welcome – contact Mary at 086 3755894 for more information
SLIMMING WORLD
Charlotte Downey is opening up a Saturday morning Slimming World group in Carraroe Community centre starting October 15 at 10 a. m. each Saturday. Also it’s at 7.30 and 9.30 a. m. on a Tuesday morning in Carraroe Community Centre You can contact Charlotte at 087 7987118.
FUTURE NEWS/ EVENTS
To have events/ news items included in Carraroe section contact 087 2222835 or email to carraroesligonews@ gmail. com not later than Monday each week. North West Hospice this Thursday ( October 27) from one to 2 p. m.
SCÓR NA NÓG
The local Drumcliffe- Rosses Point GAA Club is seeking participants who are interested in representing the club in the upcoming Sligo Scór na nÓg ( under- 17) finals on November 26. The club is looking for young people with talents in singing, dancing, music and drama. For more information, contact the club’s Cultural Officer John O’Callaghan at 087 2804201.
ITALIAN FASHION
Italian Fashion by Chiara Poli of the Italian Wardrobe ( Market Street, Sligo) takes place in Rathcormac Hall on Friday, November 4, starting at 8 p. m. The event, organised by the local Cos Cos Group, will feature top Italian brands and punctuated with lively entertainment with music, song, story and dance. Refreshments will be served and there will be a raffle with some great spot prizes. Admission € 10 and all are very welcome.
TABLE QUIZ
The North Sligo Athletics Club are holding a table quiz in McLeans pub on Friday, November 4, starting at 9.30 p. m. Entry costs € 20 for a table of four. There will be some great spot prizes up for grabs also. All support would be greatly appreciated.
BOSTON TEA
Tables are filling up for the Drumcliffe- Rosses Point GAA Club’s Boston Tea Party which takes place in the Radisson Blu Hotel on Friday, November 11. If you are interested in hosting a table please contact any of the club’s officers or call 087 6855621.
XMAS TREE FESTIVAL
A Christmas Tree and Craft Festival will be taking place in Drumcliffe Church and grounds between December 8 and 11. The event will close with a community carol service. The organisers kindly ask that if anyone is interested in preparing a tree or erecting a craft stall to contact them at christmasfestival@ drumcliffechurch. ie or phone 087 6965338. All proceeds will be shared between the Samaritan and Drumcliffe Parish Church.