Tubbercurry
PHOENIX PLAYERS
If you live in Tubbercury or in the South Sligo area you will have heard that the Phoenix Players Drama Group are back in full swing in preparation for the Drama Circuit.
On February 16 and 17 the group will be presenting the hilarious comedy, ‘ The Third Policeman’ in St Brigid’s Hall Tubbercurry at 8 p. m. nightly. These will be the only home shows, as this year the Western Drama Festival are hosting the all- Ireland Finals, and will not be hosting their own festival in March. Although the Phoenix Players are extremely hopeful of qualifying for the all- Ireland’s in Tubbercurry in April, they would urge locals wishing to see this year’s show to come along on February 16 and 17 to avoid disappointment. This play has huge appeal and it is definitely suitable for all, so come along and support our home grown talent.
The Phoenix Players will compete at eight festivals, and their director Peter Davey can be proud of the cast. Peter said he is thrilled with the dedication of his hard working cast and crew. They are a talented team drawn from Tubbercurry and its rural environs.
The play cast includes: Shane Keyes, Padraic Neary, Shona O’Dowd, Claire McLoughlin, Francis Brennan, Mary T Mannion, Gerry Maye, Eamonn Gallagher, Grainne Brennan, Caroline McGowan, Alan Seery and Mark Dunne. The play, setting, design and logistics are admirably supported by Caoimhe Gallagher, Derek Foy, Peter Molloy, Caitriona Coleman, Kieran Brennan and Martin Lynch.
MICHAEL MCGOWAN R. I. P.
The untimely death occurred of Michael McGowan, late of Cairn’s road, Sligo town, and originally from Leitrim South, Chaffpool. Aged 58, Michael was son of the late Michael and Bridgie McGowan, a well- known family throughout South Sligo.
Michael was a past pupil of Banada Abbey Secondary school ( 1971- 1976), and then went on to study Agriculture in University College Galway, from where he graduated with a degree in Agriculture. He subsequently took up employment with North Connacht Farmers Co- Op in the Feed Advisory Section, and continued over the last 35 years working with that Company as they transformed through Connacht Gold and laterally Aurivo.
Through his work, Michael was very popular with the farming community and well respected by his peers. Michael was a very bubbly character who always loved to meet with old friends, and his love of Golf and Gaelic football kept him in contact with his friends. While resident in Sligo town, Michael’s heart was always in Chaffpool and South Sligo.
Michael’s remains reposed at the Foley and McGowan funeral home in Sligo where many hundreds called to pay their respects. Burial took place in Sligo Cemetery. Michael is survived by his loving wife Ann, son Brian, daughters, Laura and Chloe, sisters, Caroline and Mary, brothers, Patrick, John and Brendan,
MARIE KEATING UNIT
The Marie Keating mobile information unit will visit St Attracta’s CS on February 15, from 12 p. m. to 3 p. m. Nurse Marie Dempsey will be available to meet with parents and members of the community to give free healthy lifestyle advice and help on cancer prevention as part of their ‘ Your Health Your Choice’ nationwide campaign.
EVENING CLASSES
CAD ( Computer Aided Design) classes and Woodwork classes will commence on Tuesday, February 28, and runs for seven Tuesdays in total, from 7 p. m. to 9 p. m. at St Attracta’s CS Tubbercurry. Cost € 80 – beginners/ improvers welcome. Contact mroddy@ stattractas. ie or ring 071 9120814 to book a place. Booking essential.
ROAD UPGRADE
Work has been on- going over the last two weeks on improving the link road between Upper Teeling Street and the Circular Road near Coen’s Service Station. This has always been a wellused but narrow street, but will look a lot better when works are completed. A footpath is being laid and proper fencing erected. Safety will also be significantly improved. Well done to local Engineer David Goulden and his team on securing funding for this long overdue project.
BOOKS AND WINE CLUB
February’s special guest at the Hawk’s Well Theatre popular Books and Wine Club, is Stephen Doyle from Cloonacool. Hosted by ardent book reader Vanessa Job in a friendly, informal and open atmosphere, the invited guests share their passion for a favourite book at the popular Three Thursdays Book and Wine Series. On Thursday, February 16, Stephen will share the comic classic ‘ Three Men in a Boat ( To Say Nothing of the Dog)’ by Jerome K Jerome.
Bernard Daly wine expert will present a wine that complements the writing. The events are designed to whet the appetite and deepen your enjoyment of reading. For further information please visit hawkswell. com or call 071 9161518.
WINE TASTING GROUP
Come join our Wine Tasting group in Murphy’s Hotel, Tubbercurry on Tuesday, February 14, at 8.30 p. m. Enjoy a Valentine night with a difference, a goods night crack is promised with some lovely wines to taste. New and old members always welcome.
CLOONACOOL PLAYERS
Cloonacool Players are staging the hilarious comedy ‘ Mother Knows Best’ by playwright Jimmy Keary over three nights in Cloonacool Community Centre, Cloonacool, Co Sligo on Friday, February 24, Saturday, February 25, and Sunday night, February 26, at 8 p. m. nightly.
CORRESPONDENT
Email Roger McCarrick – tubbercurrynotes@ eircom. net.