Tubbercurry

SUMMER SCHOOL 2017

The 31st South Sligo summer School of Irish Traditional Music, song and dance is in full swing and continues to July 15. Following Aifreann an Domhnaigh in the Church of John Evangelist at 11.30 a.m. on Sunday morning July 9, the official opening by newly elected Cathaoirleach of Sligo County Council, councillor Séamus Kilgannon, took place in St Brigid’s Hall at 7.30 p.m. A great crowd was in attendance and music was provided by Swallows Tail céilí Band for the opening ceili.

Further details of the full pro- gramme on sssschool.org where you can also pre-register for all classes and workshops online. The programme is also available in all local shops and businesses. Ar aghaidh leis an gceol.

OLD FAIR DAY

Plans are well under way for the Old Fair Day Festival which runs from Saturday the fifth Wednesday, August 9.

In its 32nd year, the festival is considered one of the leading Fair Days in the Country, so put the dates in your diary and spread the word. Filled with lots to see and do for all the family, this year’s event promises to be as action packed as ever. Copies of the festival programme are available in shops and businesses in Tubbercurry.

ADVENTURE CAMP

Ox Mountain Adventure Camp are again running two summer camps, from July 18 to July 21 and 25 to July 28, 10 a.m. till 2 p.m. each day, Cost €60 per child per week, limited places. email – oxmountaincamp@gmail.com or 071 9181920.

TUBBERCURRY CARD GAME

Single hand 25 card game every Sunday night in St Brigid’s Hall, Tubbercurry. Starting at 8.30 a.m.

WOMEN’S GROUP

Looking for some crafty time? Why not come and join the Tubbercurry Women’s Group. We meet every Wednesday from 5.30 p.m. till 8.30 p.m. at the community room at the Tubbercurry library. We’ll be delighted to see you.

MEDJUGORJE

Led by Spiritual Director, Fr Martin Jennings, our pilgrimage to Medjugorje takes place from September 27 October 4. Return flights from Knock, including full religious programme and return airport transfers to Medjugorje. Half board accommodation provided in a private house. For more information contact Breda Durkin at 071 9186123 or 087 1873703.

CANCER SUPPORT CENTRE

Sligo Cancer Support Centre, 53 Ard Aisling, Charlestown Road, Tubbercurry is a place of Peace and Hope for people who have or had cancer and their families. Healing Bio-energy and Reflexology Therapies, and one to one support and Counselling. Drop in centre open Mon-Thursday 10 p.m. to 4 p.m. Call 089 4480527.

IRISH SUMMER COURSES

Dates for Irish summer Courses at the Hilary Room, Banada are as follows. Junior Cert course: July 24 to July 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Leaving Cert course: July 31 to August 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please contact Siobhán at 087 4510572 for booking or further information.

CLOONACOOL CARDS

The Cloonacool Card Game takes place at 9 p.m. each Monday evening in Cloonacool Community Centre.

CORRESPONDENT

Email Roger McCarrick – tubbercurrynotes@eircom.net.