ATHLETIC CLUB: Club training will be suspended for two weeks next Thurs evening for Easter break. The Club anniversary celebrations take place on Mon 5th May to include, among other things, track & field sports.
AUGHNASHEELIN SOCIAL DANCE: Change of date for one night, our Social Dance this Month is Friday 11th May. Music is by Michael O'Brien and Philomena McGovern. Doors Open 9pm dancing 9 to 11pm refreshments served.
GENTLE EXERCISE CLASS: Exercise session including seated and standing exercises for improved mobility, flexibility and balance. On Thursday's at 10am on the 10th, 17th, 24th April, 8th & 22nd May and 5th June. In Ballinamore Old Primary School (beside the old convent & new national school), All welcome.
NORTH WEST STEM FEST: North West STEM Fest takes place again this summer from 28th July to Aug 1st, in the Island Theatre, Ballinamore. The theme is connections and it's the perfect opportunity for incoming 1st years, and others, to get to know each other. Contact Seán on 089 9596278 to book.
LEITRIM ADULT EDUCATIONAL GUIDANCE SERVICE: Are you an adult considering education and unsure of your options? The Leitrim Adult Educational Guidance Service will be in Ballinamore Library on Thurs 17th Apr from 10am to 1pm to answer any questions you might have. No appointment necessary, just come along on the day.
ISLAND THEATRE BALLINAMORE: Sun 6th Apr, Spring Easter Craft Fair, from 2-4pm. Free entry with many stalls including Makers, Bakers, Crafters and Creators at the annual craft fair, goods for sale.
DAFFODIL DAY 2025: Thank you to everybody who supported DAFFODIL DAY 2025, especially the volunteers who gave of their time so generously over the two days. Thank you to the managers of SuperValu and Tesco, Karl Johnson of Ballinamore CU & Shirley Sammon (Aughnasheelin coffee morning) for their fundraising support. Altogether €9,476 was raised.
FAMILY CARERS IRELAND: Are you caring for a loved one at home with additional needs? A spouse, partner, child, close relative or neighbour? Then you are a family carer! Become a member of Family Carers Ireland, the national charity supporting Ireland’s 500,000+ family carers nationwide. Contact 057 93 70221 and hear how we can support you or for more info visit www.familycarers.ie.
EASTER MONDAY PILGRIM PATH WALK @ LOUGH DERG: Join the Team at Lough Derg for a guided walk along the ancient Pilgrim Path around Lough Derg on Monday 21st April @10.30am. 8km & 12km option available. Free event. Booking essential. More information www.loughderg.org
SEAMUS O’ROURKE: presents his play "A Taste of Indigestion" Sat 12th Apr, Kinawley Community Centre. Tickets ring 07795571535 or pay at the door. Show starts at 8pm.
ISLAND THEATRE: Sat 12th Apr, Little Bo Peep AND The Three Little Pigs, 2pm (doors 1.30pm) Tickets €12/15/45 + fees. Sat 19th Apr, Robert Mizzell €25+BF,8pm.
BALLINAMORE WALKING GROUP: Join our walking group, meeting every Tuesday at 10am at the basin near Supervalu. A weekly walk & talk with a friendly group of people. All welcome to join.
COMMUNITY SERVICES HUB in the Den, N41R522: every other Tuesday from 10am-12pm. Featuring information and signposting, free event, all welcome.
BALLINAMORE CAMINO: 12th July. Registration is through islandtheatre.ie
SCOIL CHLANN NAOFA, BALLINAMORE: is accepting applications for admission to our school for the 2025/26 school year. Please contact 071 964 5001 or email info@scoilchlannnaofa.com for an enrolment pack. Thank you.
AUGHAWILLAN N.S. are now taking Enrolments for September 2025. Enrolment forms are now available by e-mailing: aughawillanns@gmail.com or contacting the office on 071 9644246.
- MARY’S N.S. AUGHNASHEELIN: is now accepting enrolments for September 2025. Enrolment forms are available by contacting the school at, 071 9644868 or by email to, office@stmarysnsaughnasheelin.com
AUGHAWILLAN WHIST: second Tues of the month at 8:30pm. New members always welcome.
BALLINAMORE WHIST DRIVE: first Thurs of each month at 8:30pm in the Island Theatre. New members welcome.
BURREN OUTDOOR RETREAT: Sat 17th to Mon 19th May. Would you like to come on a guided journey through the Burren with its limestone pavements, rare flora and ancient sacred sites? Let the beauty of the amazing Burren landscape renew you in body and soul. Information: Mary 087 970 1130. Booking: Des 085 1614951
RSS APPLICATIONS: The Rural Social Scheme application forms will soon be available for completion by anybody who is in receipt of a long term SW payment and wishes to work on the RSS, tel: 071-9641770, or online at ldco.ie
AUGHNASHEELIN DEVELOPMENT GROUP: The Gathering Event happens May 24th, celebrating community and heritage. As part of this great weekend, a scheduled event takes place in Aughnasheelin on 24th May, with traditional food workshops, our community coffee morning and vintage farm equipment. Special focus on the 1960s Aughnasheelin Water Scheme. Not to be missed - tell your friends and family to save the date.
OUGHTERAGH & DRUMREILLY LOWER PARISH NEWSLETTER
Office Phone: 071 9644039
Office Hours: Tue & Wed Closed
ballinamore@kilmorediocese.ie .
RECENT DEATHS: We pray for the souls of Patrick Wynne, whose funeral took place in Corraleehan on Fri 4th Apr and Basil (John) McGinty formerly of Ballinamore, whose funeral took place on Sat 29th Mar in Bofeenaun, Ballina, Co. Mayo. May they rest in peace.
GOOD FRIDAY PROCESSION WITH CROSS: on Good Friday from Pol an Easa assembly & start walk @ 6:30pm to arrive at Aughnasheelin church @ 7pm ceremonies. Rosary will be recited enroute. All welcome to come along.
20th April Easter Sunday 9:45am Aughawillan Easter Sunday Mass
11am Aughnasheelin Easter Sunday Mass
12 noon Ballinamore Easter Sunday Mass
CEMETERY SUNDAY DATES: Corraleehan: Sun July 27th mass at 12pm. Aughnasheelin: Sun Aug 3rd mass at 12pm. Aughawillan: Sun Aug.10th Mass at 9.45am. Oughteragh: Sun.Aug.17th mass 1pm. Priests Graves: Sept.7th
CATHOLIC MOTHERS IRELAND RETREAT DAY: Join us for a day of Spiritual Restoration, Inspiring Talks, Holy Mass, Prayer and Confession in Gillooly Hall, Sligo Town, Co. Sligo on Sat 3rd May. This all-day Retreat will run from 10am – 6pm. Email catholicmothers@outlook.ie for more information or to book your place.
UPCOMING EVENT IN ST PATRICK’S CHURCH, AUGHAWILLAN BALLINAMORE, N41CX27: Friday 11th April 8pm. The Sweet Spirit Country Gospel singers directed by Tish Dunleavy will perform some well-known songs including Bob Dylan’s ‘To make you feel my love’, & ‘Blowing in the Wind’, George Hamilton’s ‘Abilene’, ‘If I can dream’ recorded by Elvis, ‘I’ll never find another you’ recorded by Judith Durham & the Seekers, ‘Lucky Old Sun’ recorded by many artists including Frank Sinatra and many more great pieces. Members of the group hail from Leitrim, Roscommon, Cavan & Longford. Come along and support the charity ‘Aware’ who provide supports for people suffering from depression and other mental health issues.
IMPORTANT DATES FOR 2025:
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION:
Aughawillan: Sun 4th May @ 9.45am Ballinamore: Sat 17th May @ 12pm Aughnasheelin: Sun 18th May @ 12 pm
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If interested or would like further information please contact 071 9150578 / 085 875 9319 or email sligoleitrim@alcoholforum.com
THE RURAL SOCIAL SCHEME: has vacancies in the local Area. To participate in the Scheme an individual must be in receipt of an eligible Social Welfare payment such as Farm Assist, Job Seekers Allowance or Disability Allowance, The Individual or Family Member must have access to an active Herd Number. Please contact Gerry on 086 771 6896 or Leitrim Development Company on 071 964 1770 or Email schemes@ldco.ie for more information.
TEMPLEPORT SOCIAL SERVICES-DAY CENTRE: on Wednesdays. Usual transport schedule. Any queries contact Ann Maguire 087 765 5096 or Anne Smith 087 285 7471. Looking forward to seeing you all
LEITRIM CALLING’- befriending visitation project seek Volunteers to provide a home visit for one hour per week. The Volunteer will be matched with an older person (client) in the Ballinamore area and through mutual interests. The Volunteer will be provided with full training. The Volunteer will be introduced to the client by the Coordinator on the first visit and then will continue as suits all. Please apply on www.ivol.ie or contact Claire @ claire@volunteerleitrim.ie
FAMILY CARERS IRELAND: Are you caring for a loved one at home with additional needs? A spouse, partner, child, close relative or neighbour? Then you are a family carer! Become a member of Family Carers Ireland, the national charity supporting Ireland
