Newtownmanor
CHURCH NEWS
Church of Mary, Mother of God, Newtownmanor – Liturgy for November: Readers – Angela McLoughlin and Patricia Dolan; Collectors – Séamus O’Brien and Eugene Fowley; Altar Society – Teresa Mullarkey and Mary Murray.
25 CARD GAME
The Progressive 25 Card Games have recommenced in Newtownmanor Hall on Fridays at 9 p.m. All card players are welcome and we look forward to new members coming along.
PILATES
Classes have resumed in the Newtownmanor Hall, Thursday evenings, at 7.30 p.m. Contact Niamh at 087 2294500 to book a place.
SET DANCING CLASSES
Set dancing classes have begun in Newtownmanor Hall on Monday evenings at 8 p.m. Have some fun while learning some steps/sets. For more information contact either: Paul at 087 9057254 or Francis 086 3145933.
LOST/FOUND
A black, hooded, waterproof, ‘bomber jacket’ with full zip and fleece lining, found on the roadside, at the junction of the R286/ R278 ‘roundabout’ in Newtownmanor. In good condition. If you have lost such an item of clothing and wish to have it back, please contact Séamus Storey at the numbers above/below.
SHOEBOX APPEAL
The annual Shoebox appeal is upon us once again. Leaflets will be at the back of the church in Newtownmanor and the final date for collection is Tuesday, November 6. For further details please contact either Gabrielle Fowley or to have the Team Hope Local Committee come to speak to your group or school, please visit their Facebook page ‘Christmas Shoebox Appeal North Leitrim’ or contact 087 4132177.
HALL BOOKINGS
Newtownmanor Hall is available for booking, by adult groups, wishing to organise an event or training. Hall costs are €15 per hour.
CORRESPONDENCE
If anyone has any community news/information/items of interest that they would like to include in the Newtownmanor Notes please contact Séamus on seamus.storey@live.co.uk Mobile: 087 3361561 or Landline: 071 9164958 before 5 p.m. on Thursdays. to book your place. Also Scare in the park at the Sligo Folk Park will take place on Wednesday, October 31, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., €5 per child, children must be accompanied by an adult at all times, phone 086 2356688 or email folkparksligo@gmail.com to book your place.
BIG DRAW NIGHT
On Saturday, November 10, in the Morrison Teach Ceoil there will be a Big Draw Night. All are welcome to come along and join the fun with music, bar and food. First prize iphone eight, second prize €500, third prize two nights B&B for two in the Newport Hotel, Mayo, fourth prize one night B&B and evening meal in the Skylon Hotel, Dublin and many more prizes to be won on the night. Make sure to get your ticket which are €10 and are available to buy on the night or in local shops or contact 087 6707329, 086 3916761, 087 9817738.
SLIGO FOLK PARK
Sligo Folk Park has a temporary vacancy for a General Operative. This post is for 19.5 hours a week and an immediate start is available. Applications can be left at the Folk Park, marked FAO the manager, or emailed to sligofolkpark@eircom.net. Sligo Folk Park is an equal opportunities employer.
ANNUAL DANCE
Ballysumaghan Church, Sooey are holding their annual Fundraising Dance on Friday, November 9, in Ballintogher Hall. Light supper served. Tickets €10. Dancing from 10 p.m. till late. Please contact Cynthia at 086 1223157 or Sharon at 086 3651346 for further information.
BALLINTOGHER FEIS
On Sunday, October 28, the 41st annual Feis will be celebrated with dancing by CLRG There will be music and singing competitions, storytelling and sean nós dancing. For more information call 087 6787342 or 071 9164250. Fáilte roimh gach einne. Visit fredfinn.ie for full details.
NEWS ITEMS
To have your news item included in the Riverstown notes email to carrowcashel@eircom. net or alternatively call Iris at 086 8258525.