Monthly Whist Drive
Will be held in the Ballinamore Community Centre this coming Thursday the 7th April at 8.30pm. Everyone welcome
Leitrim Irish Draught Horse Breeders Association
are holding a Table Quiz on Friday 8th April in Clarkes Hotel Mohill starting at 9pm. Teams of 4 players €10 per person. Join us for a great night and great prizes.
orse Breeders Assoc
Ballinamore Pike Anglers
Fished for the Poor Scholar Trophy on Saturday 2nd April on Drumcoura Lake
1st Tommy Conger Gilheaney 12lb 12ozs
2nd Barry Taylor 9lb 7ozs
3rd Shane Gallagher 8lb 8ozs
Conger is now leading the league with 36pts – 2nd is Tony Gallagher 32pts and Bob O’Callaghan & Creamer in 3rd place 31pts. With only 2 competitions left any of the top six could win it. P.s. The best skipper award looks to be going to Barry Taylor.
Quinn Group Petition
Following the public meeting on the future of the Quinn Group in Ballinamore on Monday evening last it was decided to organise a petition asking the Minister for Finance to approve the Quinn proposal in relation to Quinn Insurance Ltd.
It is vital that as many signatories as possible are included on the petition. The petition should be available in your locality.
Lost Childs Bike
Childs bike missing from Dun na bo, Willowfield from Saturday. Please phone 085 1293843 if you have any information.
Diabetes Screening Day at Cara Pharmacy
Will be held on Friday April 8th at Cara Pharmacy Ballinamore between 10am and 3pm, also Coffee Morning to fundraising for Diabetic Federation.
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.
Ballinamore Senior Citizens Committee
Are having their A.G.M. It will take place next Monday 11th April at 9pm in Tráthnóna Centre. All members please attend, new members very welcome.
SCOIL NAISIUNTA BHRID NAOFA ENROLMENT
Enrolment for Junior Infants will take place on Tuesday 12th April in the junior school, from 2.00 until 2.30 p.m. If you have any enquiries or cannot make it that day please phone the school on 071 9644952.
STRESS MANAGEMENT DAY FOR CARERS
21ST APRIL FORM 10 – 4.30
The cost of the day is €10.00 which includes tea, coffee & light lunch.
Booking is essential as the number of places is limited.
For Bookings and more information contact Sarah at The Carers Association 071 9143123 or Siobhan McEniff (HSE) 071 9142606 ext. 269 or 086 6046415
Eucharistic Adoration
The growth in Eucharistic Adoration in recent years is a great blessing for the Church and all who participate. You can come along each Wednesday from 9pm – 10pm in the side chapel beside the alter. Why not spend some quiet time in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament for whatever intention. Everyone is invited, whether for ten minutes or for the hour, during this time of Lent why not respond to Jesus invitation…”watch one hour with me”.
St. Josephs Young Priest Society
A branch of Saint Josephs Young Priests Society has been established in the recent weeks, the purpose of the Society is to promote vocations to the Priesthood and Religious life, and to assist financially in the education of student priests who have a vocation. The Society was founded in Ireland by Mrs. Olivia Taaffe in 1895 and is approved by the Irish Bishops Conference. It has been started here in the Parish to pray for vocations and organise the activities of the Society locally.
Pastoral Area – Recent Developments
The parishes of the diocese have been grouped into nine Pastoral Areas. The Pastoral Area provides an opportunity for the parishes to work together in such a way that individual parishes are supported in their efforts to ensure that they will continue to exist as vibrant communities of faith into the future. We are part of St. Brigid’s Pastoral Area consisting of parish’s of Corlough – Oughteragh – Carrigallen – Killeshandra. In each Pastoral Area there will be a Pastoral Area Team consisting of Laity and clergy, over the past few months nominations for this team have been received from each of the parish councils and have been receiving training. This team will be responsible for discerning and co-ordinating the gifts and strengths of the community within each constituent parish, oversee pastoral activities and initiatives on a Pastoral Area basis, encourage cooperation and meetings among pastoral groups already active in the parishes, rationalisation of weekend Masses to enable cover by two thirds of the priests in the Pastoral Area. “It is necessary to improve pastoral structures in such a way that the co-responsibility of all the members of the people of God in their entirety is gradually promoted…” Benidect XV1 – Pastoral Convention of the Diocese of Rome 26 May 2009
World Youth Day (August 15th – 21st )
World Youth Day will take place next year in Madrid (August 15th –21st). A group of young people from the diocese between the ages of 18 and 30 will travel with groups from the dioceses of Clogher and Dromore. For more information please contact Clare Coyle (Youth Worker) at 049-4375004 Extension 107.
Ballinamore Bridge Club Results
Bridge results for Thursday march 31st are as follows;
1. Fr Duffy & Paddy Joyce
2. Monica Sharpley & Bernie Flynn
3. Maureen Dolphin & Sean Creamer
4. Kay Dolan & Bernadette Spollen
No bridge on Thursday 7th of April on account of the whist. Bridge resumes then on April 14 and final night on April 28.
ATHLETIC CLUB –
Training Tuesday and Thursday 7.00-8.00 p.m.
Ballinamore Women’s Group
The monthly meeting of Ballinamore women’s group takes place in Tráthnóna on Wednesday 6th April at 8.30pm. All members are asked to attend. New members welcome. .A guest speaker will attend.
Daffodil Day
the Irish Cancer Society wish to thank all who supported the recent Daffodil Day collection. Special word of thanks to all the volunteers who sold the daffodils and also the premises which facilitated the sale of daffodils. Total collection €3148.00.
Pilates Class
New session of pliates classes for 8 weeks beginning in Fenagh Visitor Centre on Wednesday mornings, starting Wednesday the 4th May. Two classes, first class from 10 -11.15 and second class from 11.15 to 12.30. New and old members welcome to join. Contact Elaine on 0863181003 or Clare 071 9645590. Easter Fun – Easter Camp and Egg Hunt happening in Fenagh Visitor Centre this year, Call 071 9645590 for more information. Computer Course Beginners Computer class will begin in Fenagh Visitor Centre for anyone interested. Laptops will be provided, if you own a laptop you can bring it along either. Class will take this Monday evening from 7.30pm – 9.30pm for 5 weeks with Rory Nevin. This class will go over the basics of using a computer and how to use the internet. If you are interested come along on the night.
Church News
Confessions Saturday 12 noon – 12.30pm
Collectors for the next two weekends 9th & 10th April: Claire Feeley, Patricia Creamer, Gerard McGovern & Francis Maguire.
CAVAN ALZHEIMER SUPPORT GROUP has been formed to help the families who have a member with Alzheimers. The group meet the first Thurs of each month in the Farnham Hotel, Cavan at 8.00pm. Further enquiries to Carole 087 224 0963 or Claire 087 900 2603. Next meeting on Thurs 7th April.
“Floral Pride 2011 are now taking applications from community groups, schools and businesses who improve the appearance of their areas by planting trees, shrubs, flowers and keep their area looking fantastic for 2011! Free advice from horticulturalist on Thursday, 7th April at 6.30pm, Council Chamber, Carrick-on-Shannon. Application forms and workshop places – contact Jacqui in the Community & Economic Development Section, Leitrim County Council, 071 9650496, floralpride@leitrimcoco.ie or www.leitrimcoco.ie Closing date for entries April 7th 2011.
Sean O’Heslins GAA - Seálta ná Seachtaine
Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine Division 5 game against Fenagh in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on Sunday at 11.30
Fun Quiz for Scór – Our Fun Table Quiz is in Smyth’s Siopa Ól on Thursday next 7 April as a fundraiser for Scór. Extra points will be awarded for those who arrive in fancy dress. This will be an entertaining quiz and we ask your support. Best wishes to the Scór Novelty Act who will be heading to the All Ireland Finals in Killarney next Ssaturday
Dinnéar Damhsa – The club dinner dance is just two weeks away on Friday 15 April in the Slieve Russell Hotel. Please order your tickets from Anne Shanley, phone 086 8538412.
Sponsored Cycle to Sligo- Already quite a number of people have confirmed that they will be cycling to Sligo on 22 May, for our sponsored “Cycle to the Match”. Former players as well as current players will be cycling. This is an exciting fun event and was enjoyed by all last year when the cycle was to Roscommon. Brid Sullivan is anxious to hear from more people who would be willing to take part in an exciting adventure and also help the club in what is now a major fund-raising event. Your help would be greatly appreciated. Please ring Brid at 087 9173185.
Lotto – Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Pota Óir €3,250. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40; Sean McNiffe. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Gay Prior: Ollie Moran. €40 an duine: John Harte & Co, Nell McManus, Aughnasheelin, John Creamer, Stradermot, Mollie Barden, Aghoo, Hugh McGovern, Boneil, Corlough. . Uimhreacha: 24731056
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 or call into the Outreach office on Wednesdays from 1.30pm- 4.30pm.
Gala Fashion Show – Gala Fashion Show and Accessories Expo taking place in the Landmark Hotel, Carrick-on-Shannon on Thursday 7th April at 7.30pm. All proceeds in aid of Western Alzheimers.
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 or call into the Outreach office on Wednesdays from 1.30pm- 4.30pm.
Gala Fashion Show
Gala Fashion Show and Accessories Expo taking place in the Landmark Hotel, Carrick-on-Shannon on Thursday 7th April at 7.30pm. All proceeds in aid of Western Alzheimer’s.
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
Ballinamore Pool News
The meeting of the Ballinamore Pool League has taken place and some changes have occurred, the Looby Cup will be Played first and will continue on the Thursday nights, the Pool League will start as soon as this Competition is finished and will change to the Friday Nights. There will be a couple of changes to the Break-off and these will be distribute round to the pubs as soon as possible and also we plan to have a set of trophies for the winners/runner-up of the league and a overall most valuable Player (MVP) award based over both Competitions will be introduced.
The Draw for the Looby Cup has taken place and the fixtures will be played on Thurs 8th/15th of April.
The first name teams will have Home venue and this is a knockout Competition.
The Competition is on a Home/Away basis and all games will start at 10.30pm sharp.
1st Rd Thurs 8th April
(1) Freddies V Jackies (A)
(2) Shortts (A) V Bobbyjo’s (B)
(3) Poor Scholar (B) V Poor Scholar (A)
(4) Jackies (B) V Ni Fionns
(5) Bobbyjo’s (A) V Shortts (B)
They all did a shave wax or dye for charity
SHANE CREAMER , KATHRYN MCTAGUE, SANDRA MULVEY ,ANNMARIE COWDELL , MITCHELL COWDELL, ROSS DOONER, ADRAIN MCCARTIN, CILLIAN CRONAN, MARIE BRADY GALLOGLEY,PADDY GANNON, CONOR FLYNN, RYAN GAVIN, GERRY MGOVERN, TIMMY WINTERS, WAYNE MCKEAN, PAUL EARLEY, JEANETTE APPLEBY, PHIL APPLEBY,
the MCs on the nite were Timmy Winters and Gerry McGovern (WHO MADE THE NITE)
And the girls who did the makeovers where PAULA KELLAGHER, STACEY MCCORMACK, ELAINE MCCORMACK, EMMA MCCORMACK
IT WAS A GREAT NITE ALL THE MONEYS COLLECTED AND THE SPONSER CARDS TO BE IN BY SUNDAY 10TH. Well done everyone
Clothes Recycling Bin
Thanks to everyone who is using our recycling bin. We received another €108 towards our school funds today. Now that the sun is shining lots of people will do some spring cleaning – remember our Recycling Bin at Ballinamore Boys’ NS. Many thanks.
