Manorhamilton
CARERS WEEK
Another year passed and again the 24/7 Family Carers Support Group have sadly lost some family and friends but they are all gathering together to take part in ‘Carers Week’ in North Leitrim.
The Support Group will have the usual ‘Al fresco Event’ at the Market Yard on Manorhamilton’s Main Street on this Friday, June 15. They will be shaking buckets on Main Street and New Line; if you can spare a few jingles – they’ll be forever grateful.
The group want your support as much as your donation. Tea and coffee are free, sit and chat a while, they’ll love to chat with you. The event starts at 10.30 a.m. and last till 5 p.m.
Thanking the Group’s sponsors in advance – the time, effort and commitment of the carers and their families in the North Leitrim area. DM Auctions – supplying the electric, Martin McGowan – ESB meter reader supplying all refreshments, the Sculpture Centre – supplying the super kettle.
Any home baking will be appreciated so much in Manorhamilton on Friday morning or on Thursday evening, phone 087 6844269.
CRUINNIÚ NA NÓG
Local Acting Senior Library Assistant, Kim Taylor cordially invites everyone to ‘come celebrate Cruinniú na nÓg in Manorhamilton library on Friday afternoon, June 22, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. with a magic show and workshop with Nemo, the Illusionist.
This event is free and booking is essential as spaces are limited. This event is aimed at eight-yearolds and plus. Parents/guardian must attend for the whole duration. You can book by calling into the library or calling at 071 9656180.
‘Cruinniú na nÓg is a programme run by Creative Ireland which aims to celebrate and encourage children and young people’s participation in culture and creativity through a compelling spread of performances, coding, theatre, art, and music workshops, readings and screenings, special events and much more.
SHOW LAUNCH
The launch of the 2018 Manorhamilton Show will take place in the Glens Centre on this Friday evening, June 15, at 8.30 p.m. and all are welcome to attend.
Many new and interesting events will be announced for what will prove to be one of Manorhamilton’s most exciting shows yet. Also refreshments for all attending will be served at this Friday night’s show launch.
Issuing a very welcoming message for this event the Manorhamilton Show Society says ‘so come along and join us at the launch of North Leitrim’s leading social event.’.
Meantime Manorhamilton Show will take place in the Bee Park on Saturday, July 28.
CASTLE TABLE QUIZ
The Castle Hamilton Steering Group, whose mission is im- proved tourism development and promotion in the Manorhamilton and North Leitrim area, is holding a table quiz in Gurn’s Milestone Lounge on this Friday night, June 15, at 9 p.m.
Everyone is invited to attend. There will be great prizes on offer and a terrific night’s craic is assured into the bargain for all participants.
FUN DAY
The Largy National School parents’ association promotes their annual Family Fun Day on Sunday, June 17, at 2 p.m. in the Killasnett Pitch.
DISTRICT NEWS
Please send items for the Manorhamilton District News by 8 a.m. at the latest on Friday morning to PJ Leddy at pjleddy@ yahoo.com.