Sligo Weekender

EVENTS ROUND-UP

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Community clean-up

A community clean-up is taking place in Bunninadde­n today, Thursday at 6pm. Meet at the community centre, clear rubbish bags and litter pickers will be provided but please bring hi-vis gear and gloves.

Big Busk in The Canopy

The Big Busk for Focus Ireland takes place in The Canopy (formerly Johnston’s Court shopping centre) tomorrow, Friday.

Musicians will perform all day at the shopping centre from 10am until 6.30pm.

This is a fundraiser for Focus Ireland.

Open mic night in Moran’s

An open mic night is taking place in Moran’s Bar, Grange tomorrow night, Friday at 9.30pm.

All are welcome to attend.

Antiques Fair in Radisson

An antiques, collectabl­es and vintage fair is taking place in the Radisson Blu Hotel on Sunday, April 21 from 11am until 6pm.

Board games in Easkey

A social evening of board games takes place in the River Rest in Easkey on Friay, April 12 from 7.30pm until 10pm.

Snacks and drinks available to purchase.

All games provided.

Football quiz in Lola Montez

The Bit O’Red Supporters Trust is hosting a football table quiz in Lola Montez on Friday, April 26 at 9.45pm.

The quiz takes place immediatel­y after Sligo Rovers away game with Drogheda United which will be shown on a big screen in Lola Montez before the quiz.

If you are interested in entering a team, contact the Bit O’Red Supporters Trust (BORST) on social media.

Dromore West bingo night

Dromore West bingo night takes place tomorrow, Friday from 8.30pm until 10pm.

It takes place in the Dromore West Community Centre.

Community cafe in Cranmore

The Community Cafe is open every Wednesday from 10.30am-12.30pm in the Cranmore Community Co-Op Society, 10-12 Devins Drive, Cranmore.

All are welcome to come along for a cuppa and a chat.

Duo live in Thomas Connolly

Local musicians Seamie McGowan and Eoin Troy will be performing live in Thomas Connolly tonight, Thursday from 9.30pm.

Achonry Food Market

A food market will take place at Achonry Farmers Market on Saturday from 10am until 1pm.

Trad in McLaughlin’s

McLaughlin’s Bar on High Street in Sligo town is home to a weekly traditiona­l music session every Thursday evening.

Music gets under way at 9.30pm each week.

Market in Rathcormac

A food and craft market will take place at Rathcormac Craft Village on Saturday from 10am until 3pm.

Indoor Market in Enniscrone

The new indoor market in Enniscrone continues this Saturday at the old church building from 11am until 3pm.

Trad session in Earley’s

A trad session takes place in Earley’s Bar every Friday night. The music gets unde way at 9.30pm.

Sligo Park Run in Cleveragh

Sligo Park Run takes place in Cleveragh every Saturday morning at 9.30am.

This is an event designed to promote a sense of community among runners and walkers of all levels - from seasoned veterans to beginners.

Whether you are trying to improve your personal time or just there for the positive influence on your physical and mental health, are all are welcome to take part.

First time runners must register via www.parkrun.ie/sligo/.

Volunteers are also sought to help with the running of the event every week.

Details on how to volunteer can be found via the same website.

 ?? ?? Sligo County Council Chief Executive Martin Lydon and Cathaoirle­ach Cllr Gerard Mullaney at the launch of the Queen Maeve Festival this week.
Sligo County Council Chief Executive Martin Lydon and Cathaoirle­ach Cllr Gerard Mullaney at the launch of the Queen Maeve Festival this week.
 ?? ?? Bit O’Red Supporters Trust members were out in force for the launch of Benny’s Bull Run in Queen Maeve’s Square last Friday.
Bit O’Red Supporters Trust members were out in force for the launch of Benny’s Bull Run in Queen Maeve’s Square last Friday.

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