Newtownmanor

WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES

A group booking for 52 people has now been made by the parish, for individuals who are interested in attending the Papal Mass in the Phoenix Park, on Sunday, August 26. Anyone, who wishes to attend the Papal Mass by means of the chartered bus, at a cost of euro 15 per person, please contact Anne Dolan on Mob: 086 2242828, as soon as possible.

Environmental and Community Awards: As we all know, ‘Floral Pride’ has been replaced by ‘Environmental and Community Awards’. This year’s judging of the competition in ‘The Manor’ will take place on Wednesday, July 18, at around 2 p.m.

Leitrim County Council are very pleased to announce that, once again, their guest judge is Éanna Ní Lamhna, the renowned biologist, environmental consultant, radio and television present- er, author and educator.

The judging criteria for the category we are involved in (The Cleaner and Greener Award) are as follows: Voluntary community effort – 25%; Litter control and tidiness – 15%; Landscaping/ weed control/biodiversity – 15%; Sustainable waste and resources – 15%; Endeavour (improvement over 12 months) – 20%; Overall impression – 10%.

Let’s all continue the good work, which is very evident around the local area and be sure to do our bit to give the best of impressions on July 18.

BINGO

Bingo continues each Monday in the function room of the Blue Devon, Dromahair at 9 p.m. For those of you who are not regulars, it is a great social occasion, as well a fun opportunity to experience the thrill and frustration of getting/not getting the numbers you need. All lines €30, except games 5 and 10, which are €50, all full houses €100 and last game €200. So why not come along and support your local bingo. Who knows you might be lucky.

GAELIC FOR MOTHERS

Gaelic for Mothers and Others (G4M and O) continues in Dromahair Park on Wednesday evenings, from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Why not come along and enjoy the fun and the social occasion and get a bit of exercise at the same time. New members are always welcome. For more information please contact either: Martina Devaney on Mob: 086 6088284 or Gerry Fowley (Trainer) on Mob: 086 8564282.

HALL BOOKINGS

Newtownmanor Hall is available for booking, by adult groups, wishing to organise an event or training. Hall costs are €15 per hour.

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