Carraroe

GREENWAY

The Greenway from church to Ballisodare has commenced. Mullane Contractors are on site and in time we hope to see it go all the way to link up with the Ballisodare to Collooney greenway. This amenity will be of assistance to all residents and will we hope encourage young and seniors to become more active and enjoy the facility. Let’s get organised and start a Carraroe walking group to follow on from the excellent operation transformation project led by St John’s GAA Club.

25 CARD GAME

The regular game takes place each Tuesday night at 9 p.m. Bring a partner but if necessary we can match you up. Winners were Nigel Durcan/ Johnny McLean on 11 Games. Runners-up were John Lee/ Pádraig McLoughlin, Joe Scanlon/Joe Moran on 10 Games.

COMMUNITY GAMES

The application forms are being distributed via St Enda’s National School for the Carraroe area. Forms must be returned by Wednesday, January 31, to your school contact or to 20 Highfield Road Sligo €5 per child €10 max per family parent and child must sign form.

ST ENDA’S NS

Parents are advised to check for Cornageeha Community Games application forms. We appeal to parents to use the dedicated walled off parking area at school to drop and collect chil- dren and not park on double yellow lines as it blocks the second exit from the car park.

TEXT ALERT

Please note this text arrives to your phone as Be Alert. The system is available to protect our community. If you see any suspicious activity that you feel needs to be investigated or notified to your neighbours Telephone Garda Síochána at 071 9157000 who will investigate and arrange to send a Text Alert if necessary.

We are delighted to welcome the residents of Greenfort Estate to the scheme. Anyone interested in joining the system can contact any committee member or phone 087 2222835 for an application form.

ASSESSMENT OF NEEDS

The central question which we need examined and residents wishes established is: What services, supports and facilities including health, housing, social, transport, and security etc is required in our area to allow people live into old age in our community without the need of a Nursing Home?

Cadra is anxious to have a steering group, as representative as possible of the population, to guide the process which will involve Surveys, Focus Groups etc This process will allow us have a professional report prepared on the future needs and wishes of residents of Carraroe and surrounding areas. The report will guide future developments and will provide a basis for discussion with all statutory agencies responsible for the planning, development and provision of services in the area.

Cadra invites anyone interested in contributing to the process to contact any of the following: Bridie McLean 086 3998925, Pat Benson 087 2222835, Dympna O’Loughlin 087 9303540, Mary Murphy 087 6888293, Mary Dunbar 087 6669533.

LINE DANCING

Brand new Beginner Level Line dancing class in Carraroe Community Centre at 8 p.m. each Monday night. For more information please contact Gary at 085 7819808.

SACRISTANS RETIREMENT

Our Sacristans Evelyn and Martin Scanlon are retiring after many years of faithful service to our Parish Community. A Mass of thanksgiving for service in the parish followed by refreshments in the community centre will take place on February 16 beginning at 7 p.m. Please return your envelope indicating your intention re attending to assist with catering arrangements.

ST JOHN’S GAA

Lotto jackpot: €11,650. Numbers Drawn last draw: three. 17. 23. 32; €25 winners: Cathal Walsh c/o Crozon Inn, Catrina and Mairead Carraroe, Philip Morrison, Crozon Downes, Jack Rooney Joe McDonnell Drive. Next draw takes place in the Crozon Inn on Saturday, February 3, at 11 p.m.

LAKEVIEW ICA GUILD

The monthly meeting takes place on the first Tuesday in Carraroe Community Centre at 8 p.m. New Members always welcome contact Mary Harkin for more information at 086 3755894.

DANCING SESSION

Dance class followed by live band each Wednesday night in Carraroe Community Centre Sligo from 8.30 p.m. to late. Learn to jive, waltz, Quick Step and more. Beginners and Improvers welcome. Wednesday, January 31, Jason Moyles will provide the live music. The other live bands scheduled are as follows: February 7 Carmel McLoughlin, February 14 Jason Moyles. February 21 Colm Burke, February 28 Stuart Moyles – For more information contact Frank at 087 9809432.

FUTURE NEWS/EVENTS

To have events/news items included in Carraroe section contact 087 2222835 or email to carraroesligonews@gmail.com not later than Thursday each week.