Fee charging classes
I am sorry but I cannot advertise fee charging classes etc in the Observer from this week on, anyone wishing to advertise these fee charging courses will have to submit them to either Keith or Michelle in the advertising dept on 071 9620025.
Senior Citizens Annual Mass
the annual Senior Citizen mass takes place next Wednesday night 29th September in Tráthnóna Community Centre at 8pm. Refreshments will be served after the mass, followed by music and dancing. Everyone is welcome and please bring a friend.
Bodywhys – the National Voluntary agency for Eating Disorders are holding an information evening on Wednesday the 29th of September at 7:30pm in the Cavan Crystal Hotel, Dublin Road, Cavan. The purpose of the evening is to provide public information on eating disorders, information on where to access help, support groups in the area and seek volunteers for support groups. The evening is open and free for all to attend.
Church of Ireland
The Church of Ireland, Church Street, Ballinamore, Sunday service is at 12.15pm every Sunday except on the 4th Sunday which is held in Drumreilly Church, Drumreilly.
Michael Prendergast Memorial Cup
Rinn-Shannon & District Angling Club held its annual fly-fishing competition on the crystal clear waters of Lough Rowan brown trout fishery on Sunday 19th September. While most people were sitting down to watch Cork defeat Down in Croke park many brave anglers were already afloat casting their flies into the unknown depths in an attempt to capture the fish that would seal their victory in this prestigious event. Despite the intermittent showers, conditions were perfect with many boats rising fish on their first few drifts. At the end of the day Noel Moran’s catch of 3 trout proved to be the winner. A regular winner at Lough Rowan, Noel’s dedication and knowledge of the fishery proved invaluable as he just edged out Ballinamore angler Tony Gallagher by 3ozs.
The results are as follows:
Winner- Noel Moran, Drumsna, 3 trout (3lb- 9ozs)
2nd – Tony Gallagher, Ballinamore , 2 trout (3lb- 6ozs)
3rd- Val Fitzpatrick, Mohill, 1 trout (1lb- 15ozs)
Heaviest Fish- Alan Gallagher, Ballinamore , (3lb- 2ozs)
R.S.D.A.C would like to thank all the members of the Prendergast family for providing the excellent cup and trophies for this event and its members for their continued support throughout the year. For images of the event go to www.rinnnshannon.com.
Trout Competition
Rinn-Shannon & District Angling Club are holding the Pee McLoughlin Memorial Cup Open Trout Competition on Lough Rowan/Laura Lake, Gorvagh Co Leitrim on Sunday 10th October 2010, 11- 5pm. This an annual event with all legal methods acceptable, trolling, worm, fly etc. Proceeds will go towards the clubs extensive restocking programme in 2011. Members with registration taking place at the lakeshore from 10.30am. Shore anglers are also welcome. For further info contact (087) 6254740 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (087) 6254740 end_of_the_skype_highlighting, email loughrowantroutfishery@hotmail.com or visit www.rinnshannon.com
Church News
First Friday Confessions Thursday 7.30pm
Weekday Mass Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri at 9am. No mass Wed or none Fri evening
There is a start being made in the diocese to start preparing for the Eucharistic Congress 2012. A joint meeting of the Parish Pastoral Council will take place next Thurs 30th at 8.30pm in the Community Centre. Again, a good attendance is important. The congress will be discussed.
Will the following please come to a meeting in the church next Friday 1st Oct at 9pm to arrange more collectors M or S Sharpley, Pat Joe Dolan, Tom Gannon, Brendan Burns, Seamus Flynn, Andy O’Rourke, Thomas Kelly, Patsy Connaughton, Michael Martin, Damien O’Brien, Gerry Mahon, Seddie McGovern, Mickey Dolan, Sean Sullivan, Noel Sweeney.
United Christian Aid
United Christian Aid is once again appealing for clothes any kind of wearable clothing -men’s, women’s, children’s. Bed wear, nappies, soft toys. In need of Communion & Wedding Dresses. Collection will take place at O’Brien’s Sports Shop Ballinamore 16th October 2010 from 11am to 4pm only. For further information ring Lily O’Brien on 071 9644043 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting / 071 9644043.
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration
An important meeting will be held on Wed 6th Oct at 8.30 in crying chapel to make final arrangements for Eucharistic Adoration. If sufficient members are not prepared to make the commitment sadly this important Parish Apostolate cannot be organised.
Knock Rosary Sunday
October 3rd – Coach departs Ballinamore 10 am.
Ballinamore Tidy Towns Fundraiser.
The Tidy Towns committee are running a Table Quiz in Smyth’s Pub Ballinamore on Thursday October 7 from 9.30. Tables of 4 [20 euro]. All welcome.
Ballinamore Bridge Club
The first night of bridge will start on Thursday 30th at 8pm in the Commercial Hotel, High St. Please come along if you intend playing bridge this year. Beginners classes can be arranged if you are interested please phone Monica at 071 96 44247. Our past beginners will be very welcome.
Leitrim County Childcare Committee
School Age Childcare Conference will take place this November 2010 for Providers and Parents of School Age Children. This will be adv advertised in the coming weeks.
Ballinamore Active Age
Next meeting will take place on Thursday 30/09/2010 in Tráthnóna at 3.00p.m.
Weight Watchers Classes continue from 7.45p.m to 8.45p.m every Wednesday at The Commercial Hotel, Ballinamore. This is a great supportive weight loss programme, so why not join and amaze yourself by shedding those extra pounds before Christmas.
ATHLETIC CLUB TRAINING
Ballinamore Athletic Club Training recommences at the Sports Hall on Tuesday October 5th at 7.00 p.m. and will continue Tuesdays and Thursdays at that time until the time change. Existing and new members welcome.
“HOME IS A HOLY PLACE”
An afternoon of input, sharing and reflection with Fr Daniel O Leary, author of “Begin with the Heart” and “Already Within” will be held in Kelly’s Inn, Omagh Road, Ballygawley on Sunday October 17th from 3.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. It is organised by the Northern Pastoral Network which is committed to developing and supporting initiatives addressing Pastoral Renewal and Adult Faith Development across the Northern Dioceses. Those interested contact Fr Michael Router, Kilmore Pastoral Centre, Cullies, Cavan 049 4375005 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 049 4375005 end_of_the_skype_highlighting or 087 7673894 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 087 7673894 end_of_the_skype_highlighting. Email mrouter15@gmail.com.
Drama Festival AGM
Ballinamore Drama Festival AGM, will take place on Wednesday 29th September 2010 at 9.00pm in the Commercial Hotel. All members and interested parties are invited to attend, new members always welcome. Enquiries/Apologies to Amanda O’Connell 086-8274199 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting/086-8274199 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
Sean O’Heslins - Seálta ná Seachtaine
Cluichí don Deireadh SeachtaineUnder 16s play Annaduff on Tuesday at 6.30 in Annaduff.
Lotto – Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Pota Óir €2,050. Duaiseanna for those present on last Monday night: €40 Aidan McGovern. Buidéal vodka ó David McCabe: Hugh McTague jnr €40 an duine: Malachy McKiernan, Kildorragh, Diarmuid Ó Máirtín, Brendan Burns, Paula Duffy, Gaybrook, Mullingar, Martina Farry, Lahard. Uimhreacha:04612357
Ballinamore Community Youth Project – Youth Café – Are you in Sixth Class in National School or 1st/2nd year in Secondary School – Do you want to get involved? We are currently looking for suitable young people to be an influential part of the development of the Youth Café. If you are interested or would like to find out more about this exciting project please come to our information evening on Thursday 30th September at 7.30pm in Ballinamore Community Centre. We also have a new email address:youthcafeballinamore@hotmail.com any comments or suggestions are welcome.
Mohill Family Support Centre Outreach Office in Ballinamore – Mohill Family Support Centre is now providing an outreach service for families in Ballinamore and surrounding parishes. The Ballinamore Outreach Office is operating on Wednesdays from 1.30pm – 4.30pm in La Nua office (upstairs), Main Street, Ballinamore. The Ballinamore outreach office can provide a wide variety of services, advice and support to families. For more information contact Anne on 086 6035977 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 086 6035977 end_of_the_skype_highlighting or call into the Outreach office on Wednesdays from 1.30pm- 4.30pm.
Ballinamore Parent & Toddler Group – Ballinamore Parent and Toddler Group every Wednesday morning in the Tráthnóna Centre in Ballinamore town from 11.00am – 12.30pm. All adults / parents / grandparents who are in the company of babies and toddlers are invited to come along for a cup of tea & a chat while children mix & play! For any further details please call Anne on 086 6035977 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 086 6035977
“The Leitrim Sports Star Awards will be held on 26th November 2010 in the Landmark Hotel, Carrick on Shannon. Nominations are currently being sought and forms can be found in the Leitrim Observer and are also available to download from our website www.leitrimsports.ie. The categories are: Sports Individual Junior, Sports Individual Senior, Disability Sport Volunteer of the Year, Best Sports School, Sports Club of the Year, Team of the Year, Community Club Volunteer of the Year, Special Achievement Award, Exceptional Services to Sport, Hall of Fame and Leitrim Sports Person of the Year. Tickets for the Leitrim Sports Star Awards will go on sale in the coming weeks and are priced at €30. Should you require any further information contact us on 071 9650498 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 071 9650498 end_of_the_skype_highlighting or email sports@leitrimcoco.ie.”
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One Comment
I have been looking at the pictures that Eunan Sweeney has got on the web site. They capture the feeling of a very vibrant town, with all the changes the town has managed to keep its character.