Dromahair
DDA/TIDY TOWNS AGM
Dromahair Development Association/Tidy Towns are having their AGM in the Depot on Tuesday, April 24, at 8.30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come along. We are always looking for new members who are interested in working together for the good of our community.
BLOTTO
Dromahair blotto draw was held on Saturday, April 14, in Woodview Inn. There was no jackpot winner, Numbers drawn were 6, 8, 21 and 30. Winners of €30 were Teresa Mullarkey, Magurk. Jim Harte, Drumconnor. Jimmy Dolan, Leckaun. Jim Kelly, Drumrane and Ursula McGowan, Stanford’s the next draw will be held in the clubhouse on Saturday, May 5.
Profit from the blotto draws help to fund flowers, shrubs, compost and maintenance needed for the upkeep of the village, over the summer months particularly, when we want to keep Dromahair looking its best for visitors and locals. Why not come to our AGM on Tuesday the 24th to hear what’s been done over the last 12 months. More people need to get involved to help share the load. It’s nearly 2018 Tidy Towns application time again.
CEMETERY MASSES
Dates for cemetery Masses are as follows: Carrowcrin on Saturday, June 30, Creevelea on Sunday, July 1, Killerry on Sunday, June 24.
Ecumenical service in Killenummery Old Cemetery on Sunday, July 1.
EXHIBITION OF PRINT
The pupils of Drumlease NS, Dromahair will proudly present a galaxy of print in the Sculpture Centre, Manorhamilton from Thursday, April 26, to Saturday, April 29, The exhibition is a celebration of the print work created by each of the children with the support of print artist, Cróna Gallagher under a teacher-artist partnership scheme. We hope you can come to the opening of the exhibition by Cróna Gallagher on Thursday, April 26, at 6 p.m. or visit the Sculpture Centre on Friday or Saturday, April 27, and 28 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. You will see a variety of print forms including monoprints, colographs, intaligo and even gyotaku.
All framed art work is for sale and can be purchased through the school. Your support will be greatly appreciated. For more information keep an eye on the school blog. drumleasens.scoilnet.ie/blog.
LIFE IN THE SPIRIT
Life in the Spirit Seminars continue till to Friday, May 18, at 8.30 p.m. in Clancy’s, Killeen. Women’s Group
Killenummery Women’s Group are organising their annual day trip to Bloom on Friday, June 1, leaving Dromahair at 8 a.m. We will have breakfast in Feericks and plan to arrive at Phoenix Park at midday. We leave at 6 p.m. and are having an evening meal in the Landmark Hotel on way home. Total Cost: €70 all included. Still some places left: phone/text. Mary 086 8039065 or any member of Killenummery Women’s Group.
We are hosting ‘Exercise with Sue’ on Thursday nights in Killenummery Community hall at 7 p.m. €5 per night. Come along and go at your own pace.
CREATIVE WRITING
A creative writing class takes place on Wednesdays from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Killenummery hall. Ever wanted to write short stories, memories of childhood, anything imaginative? Now is your chance, under the tuition of Joel. Limited spaces available. €6 per weeks. Give Theresa a call at 086 1625287 to register your interest. Both classes are being supported by SMLETB which enables cheaper costs.
GAA CLUB 5K RUN/WALK
Naomh Pádraig Dromahair GAA Club will hold their annual 5k Run/Walk on Monday, May 7, More details to follow.
GAELIC4MOTHERS
If there are any ladies interested please contact Martina at 086 6088284.
THE DEPOT
Thanks to funding from ETB we are able to offer classes in the Depot as follows.
Gardening classes starting on Thursday, April 19, 10 a.m. – 12, it will consist of some tunnel work, visits to gardens and flower beds and getting ideas on what might work best in different locations and lots of tips and advice from Carol. Contact the Depot any morning to register interest.
Sue Top to Toe fitness runs on Monday and Wednesday 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. Please bring a mat or towel. (class content: A mix of exercises that target the entire body).
Parent and Toddler Group on Tuesdays 11 a.m. 1 p.m. Active Age group on Wednesday from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Junior Jiving on Wednesdays 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Green Dragon Karate Club with Michael on Friday evening 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The Depot Office is now open Monday to Friday morning from 9.45 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. We offer a full range of office services. Photocopying, typing, printing, laminating and internet access. All services available at very reasonable rates.
CONTACT
If you have any items you wish included in the local notes contact us Thursday before midday Ring us any morning, Monday to Friday. To book the venue for classes, parties, meetings: telephone 071 9134986, mobile: 085 8017943 or email dda.tidytowns@gmail.com.