Avalon Centre
CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE
We are hosting a Festive Family Day of fun on December 15 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. It promises to be an enjoyable day for children and adults alike.
The festivities will include: Indoor and Outdoor Markets; Christmas Craft Workshop for children; Live Christmas Pet Farm; Santa’s Grotto and Express Delivery Post Box to the North Pole; Drama and Singing Workshops for children, hot food and drinks and lots more. This is a day not to be missed and is a chance to pick up those last minute bargains.
The cost is €10 for children aged 2+. Free admission for adults and children under two. We have a number of spaces available for stall holders. For enquiries, or to book a stall for €25 contact Donna or Paul at the Avalon Centre at 071 9161836, or email theavalonecentre@eircom. net for further details.
SOCIAL DAY CENTRE
Our social day centre provides older adults with improved quality of life through opportunities for socialising and lifelong learning. It also provides them with a place to engage with their peers and promotes inclusion and integration of older people in the life of the community. The centre also aims to improve the mental health and well-being of older adults and to combat feelings of loneliness and isolation.
The social day centre runs four days per week, Tuesday to Friday from 9.30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact the centre for further details. The programme is funded by the HSE and by the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection.
PARENT/TODDLER GROUP
Little Buddies, OUR Parent and toddler group meets on Monday and Friday mornings from 10.30 a.m. to midday. Parents, grandparents and carers are all welcome. There is always a warm welcome with tea, coffee and refreshments provided. €3 per family.
PRESCHOOL/AFTERSCHOOL
Our Bright Minds Preschool operates from 9.15 a.m. to 12.15 p.m. and the Afterschool from 1.30 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Friday, September-June. Bright Minds are providers of the ECCE and Community Childcare Subvention Schemes, offering free Preschool spaces and subsidised Afterschool spaces for eligible families. A limited number of spaces are still available in our preschool. For more information, please contact Paul or Donna at the Avalon Centre at 071 9161836.
BINGO
Bingo continues every Friday night from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. Double books cost €15, single books €10, half books €5 and single sheets €1. There is also a raffle on the night.
BOWLING
The Avalon Centre Bowling Club meets every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the cen- tre. All are welcome-just call in on the day.
DANCE CLASSES
Our Hip Hop dance classes run on Mondays from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. for seven- to 12-yearolds. For more information, please contact the centre at 071 9161836.
YOUTH CLUBS
Our Junior club meets on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6.30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The senior youth club meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
PHYSIO-LED PILATES
Physio-led pilates classes run on Thursday nights from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Contact the Avalon Centre at 071 9161836 for more details.
SELF-DEFENCE CLASSES
Krav Maga Self-defence classes are running on Wednesdays, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Contact 087 0659709 for more details. assisted with the project especially Séamus, who made the major contribution. We appreciate the contribution of €500 from Martin Reilly Motors. We acknowledge the financial support of Sligo County Council Special Project Grants, We thank Colm McCann Engineer, Lucy Brennan Parks Dept and Robert Lindsley and staff of Sligo County Council in our area for their assistance and co-operation.
ILLEGAL DUMPING
All residents are requested to keep a look out for illegal dumping and use the telephone number 1850365121 to report. You can also use the following contact points to report: Sligo County Council Litter Warden: Telephone 071 9111465/071 9111457 or Mobile: 087 1778735 – Email enviro@sligococo.ie.
CHURCH NEWS
The sick and Housebound: Mass is on 107FM Just tune your radio before Mass. Please let the housebound know about this service in your area.
Carraroe Parish Choir: Parish Choir rehearsal on Mondays at 8 p.m. in the church. If you can sing and would like to be part of a community choir, please come along. More male singers are required.
CHRISTMAS TREE
Plans for the lighting ceremony of our community Christmas Tree are being developed for Saturday evening, December 8, at Community Centre. Keep the date free and more details next week.
PARKING AT CHURCH
Please use the designated car parks at our church which includes around the community centre. Plenty of parking is available in safe locations. Please avoid parking on the main roads. It obstructs passing traffic.
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.
SEAN NÓS DANCING CLASSES
Classes by all-Ireland Champion Dancer Ryan Sheridan continue on Friday evenings in Carraroe Community Centre. Beginner Classes from 6 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. and 6.30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Intermediate Classes from 7 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. and 7.30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Registration on the night 30 minutes before start of each class. Suitable for all school going children from aged five to 13 years with a keen interest in learning traditional sean nós Dancing. All Enquiries to 087 6106493 or email musicman14303@gmail. com for more information.
25 CARD GAME
Cadra in partnership with St John’s GAA Club organise the regular game of progressive 25 which takes place in Carraroe Community Centre each Tuesday night at 9 p.m. Winners on 11 games were Tony McGuerin/Tony Maguire, Runners-up on nine games were John Callaghan/Brian Foley, Tony O’Loughlin/Seán Harte, Séamus Devaney/Séamus Scanlon. Looking forward to seeing all our regular players. New inexperienced players are always welcome. Usual jackpot and prizes on the night. All proceeds go to local projects in the community.
BE SAFE BE SEEN
Cadra advises people walking or working around our community to wear HiViz to ensure you can be seen. We will have a supply of free HiViz available from any member of committee.
LAKEVIEW GUILD ICA.
The guild meet on the first Tuesday of the month in Carraroe Community Centre at 8 p.m. New members always welcome-for further information contact Mary at 086 3755894. The art classes continue on Thursdays at 2 p.m. in the community centre. The Co Sligo federation meeting will be held in the Northside Community Centre on Wednesday, November 21, at 8 p.m. hosted by the Sligo Town Guild.
CHURCH GATE COLLECTION
North West Hospice will hold a church gate collection at Carraroe on November 17 and 18. Thank you for your continued support’.
ST JOHN’S GAA CLUB
Lotto draw jackpot now €12,600. 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 Mol- ly Fulton’s Bar and Restaurant, Carraroe.
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 from 9.30 p.m. to 11.30 p.m. The Bands schedules are: Tomorrow night November 14 Jason Moyles, November 21 Colm Burke, November 28 Stuart Moyles December 5 Carmel McLaughlin, December 12 Olivia Douglas, December 19 Colm Burke, St Stephen’s Night December 26 Jason Moyles will entertain the Wren Boys and Girls Learn to jive, waltz, Quick Step and more – For more information contact Frank at 087 9809432.
BODHRAN CLASSES
Classes in playing the Bodhran resume Fridays at 6 p.m. in Carraroe Community Centre. – for more information contact 086 3013567.
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.
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. is very popular for sports events, and also for children’s parties as it can accommodate a bouncy castle. Do pop in to have a look, or call the centre on 914 6512.