Carraroe

POSTER FREE ZONE?

Cadra is currently writing to all nominated presidential Candidates requesting our area be declared a poster free zone and are awaiting responses. We will keep our community informed on progress and you can call your local representative requesting their cooperation with this objective.

FIT – CAMP CLASSES

This class will be held each Monday and Thursday evening in Carraroe Community Centre. Lose Weight and Tone Up in a fun and enjoyable environment. Men and Women of all fitness levels welcome. First class starts Monday, September 3, and only available through booking as places are limited. Call or Text Cian at 085 7868116 to find out more or book a place.

SENIORS ALARM SCHEME

Anyone over 65 is eligible. Anyone that already has the alarm is advised to were the pendent at all times including in bed. Application forms are available from 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 RETURNS

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.

25 CARD GAME

The first game of progressive 25 for this season in Carraroe Community Centre took place on Tuesday night last. Winners on 12 Games were John Snee/ Thomas McCarrick. Runners-up on 11 Games were Nigel Durkan John McLean. The regular game continues each Tuesday night at 9 p.m. Usual jackpot and prizes on the night. All proceeds go to local projects in the community.

CPR/DEFIBRILLATORS

Please note the Defibs are located at Community Centre and Community Field Clubhouse. The code is posted beside the machine. Please be aware CCTV is in operation. We will be organising full refresher training over the next few months. If anyone wishes to be trained in CPR/Defib please call 087 2222835 and we will place name on list.

ST JOHN’S FC

Underage training takes place each Tuesday from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Cuilbeg for more info see Facebook page.

TIDY TOWNS

Cadra say sincere thanks to everyone who assisted with keeping the area looking so well and litter-free. Thanks also to our local residents who assisted with planting our Raised Bed which is a focal point at the centre of our community. The National Awards will be presented in Helix Dublin on Monday, September 24, at 4 p.m. We will then receive our adjudicators report and will circulate to all residents.

SCHOOL PARKING

A new School Parking Safety Plan has been developed in consultation with all stakeholders including parents’ association, board of management, Garda, Sligo County Council and Local Residents. Please take time to review this School Traffic Safety Plan and consider how your actions can protect our children, reduce traffic congestion and demonstrate respect to neighbours.

BUS SERVICE

Cadra is working with Bus Eireann to have the Sligo Town Bus Service restored to Carraroe Retail Park and extended to the community centre area. While it is not agreed we welcome the progress to date and will continue our efforts to have a full regular service restored to our area which was removed during the recession. We would like to hear your views on the issue and welcome emails advising if you feel this would be of assistance or benefit to you to cadrasligo1@ gmail.com or text your ideas to 087 222835. You can also call any of our committee members to discuss your views.

DANCING

Dance class followed by live band each Wednesday night in Carraroe Community Centre Sligo. Dance class commences at 8.30 p.m. with live band following Tomorrow night Wednesday the 19th 3’s Country will provide the live music. Learn to jive, waltz, Quick Step and more. Beginners and Improvers welcome. The following is the schedule of Live Bands. Wednesday, September 26, Colm Burke-For more information contact Frank at 087 9809432.

ST JOHN’S GAA CLUB

Lotto draw jackpot now €12,400. Tickets can be purchased in the following outlets – Applegreen, Pearse Road; Clifford Electrical, Carraroe; Crozon Inn; Gerry McMorrow’s Shop, Cairns Road; Blue Lagoon, Riverside; Cannings House and garden, Cornageeha and Molly Fulton’s Bar and Restaurant, Carraroe.

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. starts Thursday, September 27, at 10 a.m.; Handyman DIY course sounds very interesting are you interested? Also Creative writing. Give your name to Theresa or Martina any morning before 1 p.m. 071 9134986, email dda. tidytowns@gmail.com or message us on our Facebook page.

Bernard Leddy will run self-defence course from Tuesday, September 18, 7 p.m. till 8.30 p.m. at the Depot Dromahair. To register just turn up on the first night. The course is six weeks long and will run every Tuesday night and costs €55.

Sue’s classes are back on Monday at 7.30 p.m. Top to Toe fitness and Wednesdays Women’s fitness class 7.30.

Dromahair Toddler Group on Tuesdays in the Depot at 11 a.m.

Dromahair Active Age Group resumes in the Depot on Wednesday, September 12, from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. New Members are most welcome. For further information Contact Mary at 086 3408235.

Edwina Guckian’s Áirc Damhsa Dance Club begins on Wednesday, September 20, at 5 p.m. for beginners and 5.30 for improvers see aircdamhsa.com/ classes for more info.

Green Dragon Karate on Friday 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Contact Michael Sweeney for more details 087 9011233.

MUSIC CLASSES

Calling all adults. Are you interested in learning to play music? Tin whistle, Fiddle or similar instrument; It’s never too late to learn. Daytime Classes in Killenummery hall if there are enough people interested. Suitable for complete beginners and improvers. For further information contact Fiona at 087 6184020.

HOSPICE COFFEE

Ireland’s Biggest coffee morning together with Bewley’s in aid of North West Hospice. Dromahair Hospice Support Group are organising a coffee morning in aid of North West Hospice at the Depot Back Line Dromahair on Thursday, September 20, from 10 a.m. 1 p.m. Please support this worthy cause.

CONTACT

The Depot Office is open Monday to Friday mornings from 9.45 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. Close at 1 p.m. on Fridays. We offer a full range of office services. Photocopying, typing, printing, laminating and internet access. All services available at very reasonable rates.

If you have any items you wish included in the local notes contact us Thursday before midday.