Ballymote
COMMUNITY LIBRARY
Ballymote Community Library is closed this week ( Tuesday, February 21, to Saturday, February 25). Open next week.
Ballymote Community Library will launch their new management system Sierra in the coming weeks, this system will offer patrons access to an all- Ireland system with many extra benefits – it will be easier to search, request and get recommendations using the new shared library catalogue, you can reserve and renew books using our online service.
We will send you a reminder by email to let you know that your books and dvds are due back, the items you requested are ready for collection and to let you know about library events. You can return your books and dvds to any branch of any public library service – these are just some of the benefits of our new system for more information call into the library or take a look at our Facebook page
CHOIR PRACTICE
Senior Choir practice continues in the Pastoral Centre on Wednesday evenings from 8 p. m. to 9 p. m. New members are always welcome.
YOGA CLASS
A 10- week yoga class for beginners will commence on Thursday, March 3, in Ballymote Resource Centre at 6.30 p. m. For further information or to enroll contact Therese at 086 3230197.
DRAMA
Skreen- Dromard drama group are staging a three act comedy ‘ Betwixt and Between’ in the Art Deco Theater Ballymote, on March 4. This is the new play from the playwright M. J. Ginnelly. Doors open at 7.30 for a 8 p. m. start. Tickets can be purchased from Lavins Menswear Ballymote or Gillespie’s Tubbercurry. A night of comedy not to be missed.
SYMPATHY
sympathy is extended to the family, relatives and friends of Sr. Rosalie Rowley, Australia and formerly of St John of God Convent, Ballymote, whose death occurred recently.
BAPTISED
Congratulations to the parents of Hannah Louise Gilligan, Derroon; Annabelle Haran, Bunninadden, who were baptised recently.
NOTES
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ANNUAL BOOK FAIR
St Joseph’s Boys School will be holding their annual Book Fair on Wednesday, March 1, 9 a. m. till 9.30 a. m., Thursday the second 3 p. m. till 4 p. m. Friday, March 3, 9 a. m. till 9.30 a. m. Monday, March 6, 9 p. m. till 9.30 and Tuesday, March 7, from 9 a. m. till 9.30 with all commission earned going towards books for their classrooms and library. Support for their Book Fair is greatly appreciated.
COMMUNITY GAMES
Boyle Community Games Quiz will be held Friday, February 24, 6 p. m. in the Resource Centre, Boyle. The quiz is open to children aged over 10 and under 14 years at July 31. It is an individual event and the top four will form a team to represent Boyle parish. Entry fee € 2. Please bring pen paper will be provided. The county final will take place in Elphin Hall on Friday, March 3.
24- HOUR FAST
A 24- hour fast will take place in Boyle from Saturday, February 25, to Sunday, February 26. The fast will conclude with an Ecumenical Service in Boyle Church of Ireland on Sunday at 5.30 p. m.
Proceeds raised will be shared between Roscommon Safe Link Boyle and Invisible Traffick Sligo. If you could contribute the value of one meal in support of the fast it would be appreciated.
NEVEN MAGUIRE
A cookery demonstration with the renowned chef Nevin Maguire will take place on Wednesday, March 1, in Kilronan Castle. Wine and Canapé Reception from 7 p. m. with an opportunity to browse the local produce and craft stands. Demo starts at 8 p. m. with a raffle for great prizes. Tickets € 20 and are on sale at Kilronan Castle, Surprises and Boyle Motor Works. Proceeds in aid of Ardcarne Community Childcare Services and a contribution will be given to St Michael’s and St Patrick’s NS Cootehall.
ST PATRICKS DAY PARADE
This year’s St Patrick’s Day Parade promises to be the best ever with a special International flavour including traditional Samba Dancers. Our Parade will commence at 3.30 p. m. on Friday, March 17.
We encourage as many businesses, clubs and associations in Boyle to prepare over the coming weeks to partake in the Parade and enter a float. Entering a float is free so do avail of the opportunity. first prize for Overall Winner is € 500 with a runner- up of € 200; There is also a Junior Section ( under- 16) first prize is € 200 and runner- up € 100 and of course the Perpetual Cup for the best dressed Window display in town.
The success of the Parade depends on the community and Businesses to get involved and showcase Boyle at its best. Taking part with a float in the Parade offers a great opportunity to promote your club, school or business which we’re all very proud of.
Over the coming weeks letters will be dropped into businesses seeking contributions towards the Parade and the organising committee thank the community always for the warm welcome they receive and their financial support.
GOLF CLASSIC
A golf classic will be held in Boyle Golf Club for Boyle Courthouse and Model Railway on Saturday and Sunday, March 25 and 26. Teams of four – price € 100 per team/ Lunch is included in entrance fee – your support is most welcome – confirmation is needed by Tuesday, February 21. Call Frank at 087 2234477
‘ TRI A TRI’
Lough key Triathlon Club will hold their Tri a Tri event this year on Sunday, April 2, commencing at Aura Leisure Centre in Carrick on Shannon. The event is for complete beginners and consists of a 250m pool swim, 13k cycle and 4k run. There will be an entry fee of € 25 and entry is limited to the first 100 participants. All participants will get a technical t shirt and refreshments after the event.
ANGLING CLUB
Boyle annual Pike Angling Festival will be taking place on the Easter weekend, Saturday and Sunday, April 15 and 16, on Lough Key, Boyle. € 5,000 guaranteed prize fund first prize € 2,500 plus the Moonstone Jewellers Perpetual Cup. In addition, Saturday and Sundays winners will each receive € 1,175 in prize money. Entry Fee per person – Adults € 60/ Juniors € 20 ( Junior’s must fish for junior prize and be accompanied by a fee paying adult). Additional information is available from Jane, Boyle and District Angling Club at 086 8301261 ed Tubbercurry family. Attracta was reared and educated in Tubbercurry and spent part of her early adult life in England before returning to Tubbercurry to complete the rearing of her family. A quiet, hard working, community minded lady, Attracta could be seen every day out for her walks in her later years with friends and family.
Her remains were removed to the Church of St John the Evangelist, Tubbercurry, and burial took place in Rhue Cemetery. Attracta is survived by her daughters, Valerie, Susan, Samantha, Teana, Freda and Maggie, brothers, Frank, James ( Laddie) and Joe, sisters, Audrey, Tina, Jean, Olive, grandchildren, great- grandchildren and many close friends, all to whom sympathy is extended. May she rest in peace.
SEÁN LEONARD R. I. P.
The recent death occurred of Seán Leonard, Gortermone, Tourlestrane. In his 80th year, Seán had retired some 15 years ago from his work with the Department of Agriculture with whom he had worked for 40 years. Covering all South Sligo through his work as an Inspector and Advisor, Seán was well regarded and respected by all his farming clients and colleagues.
Seán was also an ardent supporter of GAA, both his club and county, and he was very involved with Tourlestrane GAA Club in the 1960s and 70’ s where he served in various positions, including manager of under- 21 and senior teams. He was a club patron till his death. He was also a farmer of note himself and was a pedigree cattle breeder of Angus and Hereford cattle. A great conversationalist with a wide knowledge of many local and global topics, it was always a pleasure to chat to him.
Seán’s remains reposed at the Morahan funeral home and removal was to Tourlestrane Church. Burial took place in Rhue Cemetery and a Guard of Honour from Tourlestrane GAA Club was a fitting tribute to a great club man. He is survived by his wife Nuala, cousins and friends, all to whom sympathy is extended. May he rest in peace.
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 Tub-
SOCIAL INCLUSION
All residents in Tubbercurry and surrounding area are invited to a social evening organised by the Tubbercurry Social Inclusion Community Organisation. The event takes place on Friday, March 10, at 5 p. m. at ‘ An Chroí’ Enterprise Centre, Tubbercurry. Guest speaker from Sligo Leader Partnership. Light refreshments will be served. As the population make up of our community becomes more multi- cultural, it is important that these ‘ New Irish’ people are welcomed into the community, rather than leaving them excluded. For more details contact Samuel Wallace at 089 9677464.
SPEEDING TRAFFIC
Concern has been expressed in recent times by many locals about speeding traffic on the Circular road at the back of Teeling Street, Tubbercurry.
This stretch of road from St George’s Church to the new traffic lights on the Ballina road junction has become busier over the last six months, as the flow of traffic for through traffic has increased due to works at junctions. This knock on effect is more traffic.
Combine this with car parks and business customers along this stretch of road, and it is a recipe for disaster, and an accident waiting to happen. In addition there is a pedestrian crossing at the rear of SuperValu and many pedestrians report ‘ near misses’ with speeding cars.
Correspondence will be going to the National Roads Authority and Sligo County Council to take necessary actions to slow this traffic down. A menu of actions including Speed Cameras, Continual White Lines and Signage need to be considered.
SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES
Social Dance classes continue every Wednesday night in the studio of ‘ Dancing West’, Tubbercurry. Classes from 8 p. m.- 11.30 p. m. A great way to socialise and exercise at the same time. We cover dances like Quick Step, Foxtrot Slow Waltz. So if you want to learn some new steps or just practice, come along for a night of fun. For more information contact 087 6674561.
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.