Tubbercurry
ENTERPRISE TOWN
Tubbercurry was first runner-up prize in the recent bank of Ireland Enterprise Town Awards, announced last week at a Gala Dinner in Tullamore, Co. Offaly. Competing in the category of town sizes up to 3,000 population, Tubbercurry fought off opposition from towns all over Ireland, and were only beaten in the proverbial ‘photo finish’ by Cootehill from Co. Cavan.
The competition was open to towns all over Ireland and involved the competing towns making detailed presentations to a panel of judges. The businesses and entrepreneurs of Tubbercurry embraced the whole concept magnificently, and made top quality presentations from a variety of entrepreneurs ranging in age from those in their 70’s to teenagers.
The presentation by Tubbercurry lasted four hours and involved visiting factories, workshops and smaller businesses throughout the community.
Led by Tubbercurry Chamber of Commerce and Community Association, and headed up by Louise Kilbane and Geraldine Brennan, the prize won is €2,000 which will be used within the community to further enhance local amenities and facilities. Well done to all concerned.
SENIOR CITIZENS PARTY
The Tubbercurry senior citizens Party takes place in Killorans Restaurant, Tubbercurry on Sunday, December 3, commencing with Mass at 2 p.m. Transport available. Contact Maureen at the Day Care Centre for further particulars.
JOHN MULLANEY R.I.P.
The recent death occurred in Scotland of John Mullaney, late of Teeling Street, Tubbercurry. A month’s mind Memorial Mass takes place on Sunday, November 26, at the 9 a.m. Mass in St John Evangelist Church, Tubbercurry. Friends, teammates, neighbours and acquaintances can attend, and hopefully meet his wife and family.
SOUTH SLIGO TOURISM
South Sligo Tourism are hosting a Networking Event on Tuesday, November 21, at 7 p.m. (sharp) in An Chroi South Sligo Enterprise Centre in Tubbercurry. South and West Sligo just could be the best kept secret in the Northwest, as we all know there’s a surprising amount to see and do in this scenic area. The challenge is to let people know about it. This event will bring like-minded Tourism related business in the region together. Don’t let your business miss out. To receive an invitation to the event, email southsligotourism@gmail. com or call 087 9045134. RSVP required.
BASIC COMPUTER CLASSES
Basic Computer classes take place on Tuesday, November 21, from 4.15 p.m. to 6.15 p.m. at St Attracta’s CS, Tubbercurry – places are very limited. Classes are for total beginners and are free. Classes run for five Tuesdays. Pre-booking essential: 071 9120814 or email mroddy@stattractas.ie.
GALLAGHER HOUSE
A 25 card drive takes place in Killorans, Tubbercurry on Tuesday night, November 21, at 8.30 p.m. This event is in aid of Gallagher House Christmas party. There will be a raffle on the night with Spot Prizes. Single Hands. Refreshments served. Tickets €10 each. All support welcome. Tickets on sale now.
FAMINE WALK DVD
Proceeds from ‘ The Famine Commemorative Walk’ DVD which was sold in various outlets in the town raised €585, which has been donated to Concern in aid of the East Africa Famine Relief Appeal. The Famine Commemorative Walk was an event organised for the Tubbercurry 600 Celebration in May 1997. AIB Tea or coffee Day
AIB Tubbercurry are hosting a charity tea or coffee day on Thursday, November 23, from 10 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and 1.30 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the branch, supporting the Alzheimer Society of Ireland. Drop in for a cuppa and cake and support this charity by purchasing a Memory Ribbon or donating on the day. Come along for a cuppa and raise funds and awareness of a condition affecting so many of our family, friends and neighbours.
WRITERS GROUP
The Tubbercurry Creative Writers group meet every Friday in Tubbercurry Library from 11 a.m. 1 p.m. Everyone welcome.
LIBRARY BOOK CLUB
Do you love to read and chat? If so come and join our book club. We meet on the third Thursday of every month at midday in the Tubbercurry Library. All new members are welcome. Please contact 071 9111705 for more details.
CANCER SUPPORT
Tubbercurry Cancer Support Centre is a place of Peace and Hope for people who have or had cancer and their immediate families, providing Holistic Therapies. Counselling, One-one support, Workshops. The Cancer Support Group meet on the First Wednesday of the month at 8 p.m. Drop in Monday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Phone 089 4480527.
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.
CLOONACOOL PARTY
The Cloonacool annual Christmas party will take place on Sunday, December 10. To book your place, please contact Attracta at 086 3058844.
CORRESPONDENT
Email Roger McCarrick – tubbercurrynotes@eircom.net.