Lanesboro Ballyleague Notes
Lanesboro Tourism Co-Op
The committee has decided that it will not be involved in the Christmas lights project in Lanesboro for 2014. The cost of erecting, insuring and ongoing electricity charges of the lights are very high and the committee is not in a financial position to proceed with the Christmas lights this year.
Céilí Mór
On Sunday 7th December the Anally Céilí Band will be the visiting band for the Céilí Mór in St. Mary’s Parish Hall, Lanesboro. Céilí dancing is a wonderful way to spend an evening and there is no doubt that on Sunday 7th December there will be a fabulous evening in Lanesboro from 4 to 7pm. It is time to pass on the word and invite all your friends and make this céilí one that will be fondly remembered for a time to come.
€338 for 50/50 winner
The weekly 50/50 draw took place on Monday night last. The winner of the draw received €338. The Killian /Collins kids Rathcline were the lucky winner. The draw will take place the Yacht Bar on Monday 24th November. Add your €2 into the draw and perhaps you will be the winner of a substantial amount. Tickets are on sale in all local shops and from members of the senior, minor and ladies club.
Mass for Deceased Members
There was a huge turnout at the annual Mass for deceased members of the staff of ESB Lanesboro on Wednesday night last. The Mass was celebrated by Fr Michael Reilly and Fr. John Mc Manus. During the Mass the list of 73 past members of ESB staff who died were remembered. I would like to remember them in these notes as the list of both men and women bring back many memories to me and I am sure it will also to the readers of these notes – Bill Martin Mount Davis, Joe Tinney Ballyleague, Jack Guinan also known as Big Jack, lodged in 3 Knock, Eugene Gavigan Ballagh, Tom Connors Derryadd Kenagh,
Johnny Chalmers Knock, Dick Mullen Newtowncashel, Tom Maxwell Ballyleague, Sammy Fallon Ballyleague, Tommy Dowd Longford Town, Henry Brennan Kilteevan, Pat Casserly Barnacor, Michael Murray Four Mile House, Denis O’Donovan Ballyleague, Michael Fallon Ballyleague, Packie Hanley Ballagh, Nicholas Gaughran Ballyleague, Jimmy Farrell Ballyleague, Eamon Linnane The Green, Pat Joe Dunne Curraghroe, Noel Deffew Rathcline Road, Jerry O Sullivan Ballyleague, Mick Cattigan Curraghroe, Ger Hagan Knock, Jack Shea Fermoyle, Johnny Quinn Cloonadra, Paddy Bolger Cloontuskert, Tommy Murray Ballyleague, John McDermott Strokestown, John Murray Ballyleague,
Larry Dwyer Ballyleague, Niall Russell Ballyleague, Joe Thompson Ballyleague, Bill Rhatigan Fermoyle, Paddy Murray, Derrygeel, Tom Mc Weeney Ballyleague, Malachy Martin Mountcashel, Paddy Mulcahy, The Green and late Cloontuskert, Sean Eivers, Knock, Tom Scally, Anrattabeg, Joe Gallagher Knock, Oliver McDonald Ballyleague, Tommy Shea, Newtowncashel, Joe Casey The Green, Brian McAteer Ballyleague, Kevin Mc Weeney Derryhaun, Joe Boyle, Ballyleague, Jerry O’Connor, Ballyleague, John Reilly, Knock and later Barnacor, Johnny Healy, Newtowncashel, Tommy Cole, Mullingar, Noelie Kenny Ballyleague, Jimmy Clarke Knock, Noelie Gibbons Clonfower, Mary Donlon Strokestown Road, Gerry Hunt Ballintubber, Alex Mc Dermott Lisnacusha, Bridget Coyle Knock, Johnny Finnegan Newtowncashel, Bridie Reynolds Lisinaria, PJ Chapman Lisnacusha, Tony Mallon Ballyleague, Pete Gill Cloonadra, Barney Ross Knock and later Church View, Jack Mc Conway, Ballyleague, Paddy Reilly Kilteevan, Frank Finan Ballintubber, Sean Hyland Augharana, Sean Kilroy Main Street, Hugh Bredin Carrick on Shannon, Paddy Green Main Street, Mick McGuinness Rathcline Road and Phonsie Moran Ballyleague.
Lough Ree 2000 Bridge Club
The results of the competition held on Monday 10th November are: N/S: Gross and Nett: 1st Mary Mc Gushin and Renee Walshe, 2nd Mae Casey and Margaret Gillen, 3rd Eileen Kelly and Nancy Dolan E/W: Gross and Nett: 1st Fergal McGuinness and Gertrude Hanley, 2nd Maureen Hynes and Mary Jameson and 3rd Bridie McGrath and Mary Moran.
County Champions
Saturday last, in Pearse Park, proved to be another great day for schools football in the parish when Lanesboro Primary School emerged as champions in the Cumann na mBunscoil Mixed Final. Pearse Park was the venue and Lenamore National School was the opposition. Lanesboro were slow into their stride and allowed Lenamore take an early lead but as the first half wore on they came more and more into the game and by half time were in the lead. Lanesboro powered on in the second half to run out resounding winners. Team captain Kevin Tansey received the cup on behalf of the school and he was also nominated as man of the match.
The panel for Lanesboro primary school was Mechal Mc Carthy, Jack Madigan, Dúileach Ryan, Cormac Casey, Kevin Tansey, Misko Kajan, Orla Lyons, Cillian Cox, Louise Costello, Dwane Geraghty, Tonya O’Brien, Ernie Brunt, Callum Gordon, JJ O’Reilly and Michael Salami.
Oliver the Musical
The Convent of Mercy Secondary School, Roscommon will host their annual musical from Monday 24th November to Saturday 29th November at 8pm. The very popular Oliver will be staged by the students of the school. There will also be a matinee on Saturday 29th at 2.30pm. Bookings can now be made each day from 10am to 3pm. You are invited to ring 086-4418323 to book your seat. As there are many ladies from the area that received their second level education in the Mercy and no doubt they would be anxious to revisit great memories by attending one of the shows.
Dance Partners Announced
What promises to be a magical and exciting night is coming closer by the day and the excitement is rising day by day. No matter where we go we see the dancers gathering to practice their routines. As they say practice makes perfect and if that adage is true then Saturday week is really going to be a night never to be forgotten. Don’t miss out on the night in the Radisson Blu Athlone where local talent will be most definitely to the fore.
The dance partners have just been announced and the following are the pairings for the big night – Stephen Ormsby and Caroline O Reilly, Paddy Murray and Susan Linnane, Darragh Hussey and Michelle Killian, James Quigley and Patrice Nolan, Ollie Trimble and Colette Wyse, Gerry Nerney and Claire Egan, Ken Madden and Geraldine Hanley, Brendan Ward and Rita Mc Cormack, Brendan O’ Sullivan and Helen O Donnell, Aaron Madden and Caoilfhionn Thompson, John Coffey and Fidelma Brennan, Michael Carroll and Rachel Collins, Lee Cullen and Jodi Horohoe, Daithi Mulvihill and Ursula Kilcoyne and finally Alan Fayne and Martina Healy.
Tickets are priced €20 each and are on sale in O’Brien’s or from the committees of both clubs. You can book your tickets by phoning O’Brien’s 043-3321107 or emailing your request to joea@iol.ie.
There will be bus taking attendees to Athlone and all you are asked to do is text your name, the number of seats you require to 089-2420497. This is a text only service. The buses will leave from St. Faithleach’s clubhouse at 6pm and from outside St. Mary’s church, Lanesboro also at 6pm.
Sympathy
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Brendan and Vera Whitty and family, Clonbonny, on the death on Friday last 14th November of Brendan’s mother Mrs kay Whitty, Ballinea, Mullingar.
Card Drive date change
Traditionally this time of the year we are looking forward to the Anthony Healy Memorial 25 Drive –remembering a great man and character. This year the organisers of the card drive have decided to change the date of the ‘drive’ from December to March. The new date is Friday 13th March 2015.
With so many raffles, draws and fundraising events taking place at this time of the year along with the expense of Christmas and Santa Claus the organisers thought it unfair to put another fundraising event into the calendar at this time. The proceeds of the card drive as always goes to the Mayo Roscommon Hospice.
The organisers’ looks forward to seeing you all in Clarkes in March and until then they wish you all a wonderful Christmas and special 2015.
Cake Sale for Cloontuskert NS
Cloontuskert National School are holding a cake sale after Mass next weekend, in Ballyleague Hall. There will be plenty of delicious home-baked goodies on sale. Please pop in and support.
Community College Open Day
Lanesboro Community College will hold its open day on Thursday next 20th November.
Pupils from the local and surrounding national schools are all invited to attend and witness the wonderful work being carried out by students and teachers alike in the school. That evening both, parents and students are invited to come in, speak to individual teachers, and get an up close view of all that is happening. With 95% of the Leaving Cert students being offered a third level course this year, it can be said with absolute confidence that your child will not get a better preparation for life anywhere else. Added value includes the intimacy of a smaller school where your child will feel an integral part of a larger family and where each student is valued as an individual in his or her own right. Teachers take a personal interest in each and every student and this leads to a high level of maturity and self – confidence in all our graduates. So come along on the evening and see for yourself! The Principal’s address will take place at 7:00 sharp.
Christmas Day Run
The Annual Christmas Day Run/Walk from Newtowncashel to Lanesboro will again take place on Christmas Day and sponsorship cards are now available. Since the inception of the Multiple Sclerosis run/walk from Cashel to Lanesboro the numbers have increased no end and now the Christmas morning walk/run has become a great social event. Each year there is outstanding support both by those taking part and also by the increasing numbers who contribute generously through sponsorship. Last year exceeded expectations and it is expected that this year will again be another huge success. The organisers are looking forward to another marvellous turnout on Christmas morning adding greatly to the sense of Christmas. This walk/run is the major Multiple Sclerosis fundraiser each year and your usual most generous support will once again be greatly appreciated. The walkers will commence their journey at 11.45am and the runners will start at 12.15pm. Sponsorship cards are available from O’Brien’s, Brigid Mullooly, Jimmy Flood or any of the organising committee.
Birth
Many congratulations to Padraig Murray and Olive Kenny on the recent birth of a baby boy.
Wedding
The marriage took place at St. Mary’s church Lanesboro of Rachael Donlon, daughter of Bridie and the late Tommy Donlon, Thureen and Thomas Gibbons son of Patrick Gibbons, Teffia Park, Longford. The chief bridesmaid was Tracey Reilly, partner of the bride’s brother. Bestman was father of the groom Patrick Gibbons. The marriage ceremony was celebrated by Fr Tom Murray, St. Mel’s. The wedding reception took place at the Fatted Calf, Glasson. We wish the happy couple many years of wedded bliss.
Sympathy
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Dolores and Benny Mc Cabe and family, Church View on the death last week of Peter Harlick, Manchester, brother of Dolores.
Longford Toastmasters
Are you looking for a new social outlet over the winter months? Join Longford Toastmasters on Thursday night next 20th November at 8.20pm in The Longford Arms Hotel. Toastmasters continue on the first and third Thursday of each month. In addition to a fun, friendly and sociable evening, you will have the opportunity build your self-confidence so that you feel comfortable speaking up in public. A great basis for improving your ability to speak up at meetings, give presentations and make speeches. For further information, please contact Mary on 086 1219281.
Bridge Results
The results for the Lanesboro Bridge club bridge competition held on Wednesday night last 12th November are; N/S 1st Philomena Walsh and Mike Flynn, 2nd Frank and Francis Brennan, 3rd Loretto Cooney and Freda Kenny. E/W 1st Una Lawlor and Brid Mc Dermott, 2nd Gemma Douglas and Elish Gray and 3rd Eileen Kelly and Una Clarke.
Social Dancing
Social Dancing has recommenced in Ballyleague hall. It takes place every Friday night at 8.30pm. The classes cater for all levels of dancers from beginners to advanced dancers and they would like to invite you to come along every Friday for a great social evening.
Great Cross Country Running
Last Saturday the Roscommon Championship was the final cross country run for most of our athletes. Apologies for the short notice but that was out of our control as Roscommon County Board should ideally have staged the Roscommon Cross Country in advance of the Connaught competition. Both the day and the course were much more manageable than the previous week. Several of our younger athletes had their first taste of cross country running and they thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Among the medal winners were Daniel Hogan, Owen Cox, James Mimnagh and Cormac O’Dowd and for the girls Aoife Kennelly and Aisling O’Dowd. Surprise of the day was Ella Hogan who ran a great race in the Under 11 girls to beat Shauna Mimnagh, a formidable and experienced cross country runner into third place. In the boy’s race in the same age group, Cian Walton who is improving with every run also secured a silver medal. Both Alannah Flood and Kieran O’Dowd secured gold medals in their respective age groups. Other medal winners were Orla Cox, Caoilinn Flood and the back to form Roisin Brennan. Finally, best wishes to Alannah Flood who is a member of the Connaught squad in the All Ireland U12 Cross Country in Dundalk next week
Lanesboro Tidy Towns
The programme of work has started for next year’s Tidy Towns competition. Planting of a thousand wild roses, kindly sponsored by Waterways Ireland, on the river bank at the parish hall and the planting of daffodils around the Longford approach road stone sign has been completed in recent weeks. A new path/cycleway has been completed in recent weeks on the Longford Road. It is hoped to plant a row of 35 trees along this route similar to the Ballymahon road. We would be very grateful if people/families could consider sponsoring a tree for €20. The trees will be native species and it is hoped to plant them by the first week of December. If you would like to help us with this project, please let one of the committee know or contact the office at 043 3321977.In preparation for next year’s tidy towns programme, a public meeting is scheduled for Thursday 27 Nov in St Mary’s Hall at 830pm. The meeting will last one hour and the objective of the meeting to get your opinion on what you would like to see improved/started in Lanesborough. We urge you and the many clubs/organisations in Lanesborough to attend; your input will make a huge difference to the Tidy Town’s campaign.
Shane Brennan 5K
Shane Brennan was a young man, from Newtownforbes who lost his life in 2005 following a tragic accident. His memory has never been allowed to dim and as a matter of fact memorial events in his name have raised much money for very worthy causes in the past 9 years.
On St. Stephen’s Day 26th December there will be a 5K run/walk in Newtownforbes commencing with the walk at 12.45 and the run at 1pm. Registration at the Clonguish GAA Complex from 11am. Registration is €15 on the day or €10 online at www.active.com
The proceeds of this run/walk will go to the Attic House Teen Project in Longford Town. The Attic Youth café has been sited at the Temperance Hall since 2006. It is for young people between the ages of 12 and 18. It has been a remarkable success, so much so that they saw an opportunity for the club to be totally inclusive. The project was to buy and renovate a house on the Ballinalee Road. This would make the club totally inclusive and especially be wheelchair accessible.
The proposed new centre will be equipped with a recording studio, sound room, computer club, demo kitchen, meeting rooms, café area, offices, rooms for group work, individual meeting rooms and an all-weather sports area.
Attic Youth Café has received much acclaim and awards since its inception and wherever you can help to make their dream possible you are invited to do so. The Attic Youth Café is for and about the young people of Longford and these young people are making sacrifices towards their goal to ensure that everything is possible and we should encourage and support.
Charity Calendar
The Ballyleague & Lanesborough Area Mens Shed appealed to six local clubs to play their part in a special Christmas charity calendar for St Christopher’s Services and Pieta House West. The men and women of the Rathcline, St Faithleachs and Killashee St Brigid’s GAA clubs responded positively and teamed up with members of the Tri Lanesborough Triathlon club, the Mens Shed members themselves, the staff of Daybreak in Ballyleague and body building super star Gerard Masterson to pose and give us a calendar that will certainly be remembered. The result of it all will be there for everybody to see this coming weekend when the finished product ‘Nearly Nude On The Shannon 2015’ will be launched in the local area.
The new calendar will cost 10 Euro to buy and proceeds will go to St Christopher’s Services and Pieta House West. Calendars will be on sale this weekend at all shops in the area after the official launches that are taking place in the Lifebelt Bar, Ballyleague on Saturday night (November 22nd) at 10.30pm and Adie Farrell’s Swan Tavern Bar, Lanesborough on Sunday evening (November 23) at 8pm
You are invited to attend at the launch events – where representatives of the charities and well-known local personalities will be in attendance. To order a calendar ring 0433327691 or e mail: ballyleaguemensShed@gmail.com
Tennis Coaching
Continues for Children aged 5 to 12 years old every Saturday night in Ballyleague Hall. 24 children have now joined coaching with Tennis Ireland level 2 coach Richard Turner who is fully Garda vetted and approved. Children Under 8 are coached from 6 to 7pm. The older children are welcome to attend from 7-8pm and the best part – coaching only costs five euro per child. The senior coaching continues every Sunday morning at the tennis court in the marina in Ballyleague from 9.30am to 10.30am. There are now 14 taking part in this session every week and beginners are welcome . 5 euro fee per session. The tennis club is very thankful to Ronie Masterson and Irish Pallets Systems/Vesey family for their kind sponsorship towards new equipment for the club. A church gate collection will be held at the church of the Holy Rosary, Ballyleague on November 29th and 30th. Please support. For more info e mail: loughreebaytennisclub@gmail.com
Free Insulation
Longford Warmer Homes provides free attic insulation, cavity wall insulation and energy advice to elderly and disadvantaged home owners throughout the county that meet certain criteria.
Longford Warmer Homes also carries out work for the elderly as part of the Care & Repair Scheme.
Longford Warmer Homes is trying to make people throughout Co. Longford aware that this free service is available.
Longford Warmer Homes have both a website and Facebook page and if you visit this site you will be able to see if you are eligible for FREE Attic & Cavity insulation before the winter rush sets in. Call 043 3393255 www.lwh.ie
Charity Swim Presentation
Pictured above: Andree Gallagher, Sean Farrell, James Gallagher, John Compton (Lanesboro Tri Club) presenting to Michael Cleary Join Our Boys Trust)
At a recent presentation, Lanesboro Tri club was delighted to hand over a cheque for €8,765 to Join Our Boys Trust, funds raised from the Charity Swim held back in August. The club organised a 3.5km (nearly Ironman distance) sponsored swim from Kilnacarrow Bridge to Lanesboro on Bank Holiday Monday in which over 80 swimmers took part. All funds have now been paid over to the charity’s fundraising committee where it will be put to great use in the fight against Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, and to support Archie, George and Isaac as they deal with the impact of this terrible disease. The club would like to thank everyone involved, to those who raised the sponsorship, those who volunteered their time and energy in boats and kayaks, those who served up a great spread of food in the hall, the list goes on. It would be impossible to host an event like this without the continued goodwill and support for which we are deeply thankful.
Lanesboro Tri Club
Club AGM: Thanks to everyone who attended our very successful AGM on Sat 8th November. It was very refreshing to see so many members interested in taking on positions, and the many more who are interested in getting involved in sub-committees as the year progresses. The newly formed training committee is busy planning the timetable of training for the year. The best of luck to all the members on the eagerly awaited season ahead.
Best of luck to our Chairperson: Recently our Chairperson ‘James Gallagher’ who was appointed as ‘Leinster Representative on the Board of Triathlon Ireland’.
James’s new role is to ensure that the views of Leinster are represented on the board of Triathlon Ireland. It is of great benefit to our club to have a representative on the board, so we are always kept up to speed with any governing body plans or changes. We wish James all the best in his role.
Calendar Launch: Well done to members of the club who recently took part in a photo-shoot for the “Nearly Nude on the Shannon Calendar 2015”. There will be a launch night in the Lifebelt Bar (An Crios Tarrthála) “Sorohan’s and Adie’s next weekend Saturday November 22nd and Sunday November 23rd. All proceeds going to St Christopher’s Services and Bring Pieta House West. Cost of calendars: €10. To order a copy email ballyleaguemensshed@gmail.com
Strictly Over the Bridge: Best of luck to members who are taking part in the very worthwhile fundraiser, Strictly Over the Bridge. A lot of rehearsing is now taking place and we are sure that the night will be very entertaining.
Rathcline GAA
The U21 ‘B’ Championship semi-final will take place next weekend when the Rathcline/Grattans amalgamation face Abbeylara. This game is down for Sunday next November 23rd with a venue to be confirmed so please keep an eye on this week’s fixtures and facebook for confirmation of game. Let’s hope the lads can get one step closer to clinching some silverware.
Congratulations to Gareth Johnston who has been appointed intermediate manager for 2015. We wish you luck Gareth and we look forward to a successful year next year.
There’s just less than two weeks to go now until Strictly Dancing Over The Bridge which is our big joint fundraiser with Faithleachs, Moves are being perfected and there seems to be a great buzz in the whole of Lanesboro/Ballyleague about this upcoming event. A short video has been made promoting the event and people feel it really shows the special place they call home! This video is available on YouTube, Strictly Come Dancing Facebook page and on our own Facebook page and website. The event takes place on Saturday November 29th in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone. Tickets are selling fast and anyone interested in going should get their tickets now to avoid disappointment. Tickets cost €20 and are on sale from all local outlets and from both club executives. A bus is being organised to transport people to and from the venue at a cost of €10 return. If you are interested in booking a seat on the bus please text your NAME and DETAILS to (089) 2420497. Please note this number is for booking the bus only.
Congratulations to the Killian/Collins kids, Rathcline who were last week’s winners of the 50/50 draw of €338. Remember the draw takes place every Monday night and €2 envelopes are on sale in various local outlets and from members of the club executive.
Minor Club: The club would like to congratulate the Lanesboro schoolboys from the Scoil Mhuire Gan Smal primary school who won the league on Saturday and also to the Fermoyle schoolgirls who won their league as well. Well done to all involved.
A very enjoyable night was had by everyone at the minor presentation night in the clubhouse on Saturday night just gone. Thanks to Jack Sheedy and Brendan Gilmore who came out and presented the medals. Look out for pictures to come on our Facebook page and on the club website www.rathcline.gaa.ie.
A reminder that Scór na nÓg is fast approaching and will take place in St. Mary’s parish hall on Sunday 30th November at 3pm.
Anyone who is looking for 50/50 lotto tickets or Strictly Come Dancing tickets please contact Sean Kenny or any other member of the minor executive.
The Rathcline ladies clothes collection continues. If you have any old clothes you wish to dispose of please contact Mike Greene on (086) 4046174 to arrange collection or drop off.
St. Faithleach’s GAA
U21 – D3 Championship: Congratulations to our U21 panel, players and management Damien Rooney, Brian Murtagh and Aidan Dooney who are through to the Championship Final, following their win over Shannon Gaels in the semi-final on Sunday last in Kilmore. Result: St. Faithleachs 2-11 Shannon Gaels 3-07. Team: J. Farrell, J. Irwin, M. Cox, J. Sweeney, J. Walsh, C. Gannon, C. Gunne, D. Rooney(0-3), K. Farrell, D. Murtagh(1-6), J. Hussey, S. Phillips(0-1), C. Gannon(1-1). Subs: S. Sweeney, J. Kelly, D. Kelly, C. Farrell. E. Farrell.
U17 & U15 Boys Regional Teams: Best of luck to our representatives on the U17 and U15 regional panels who are participating in the regional competition. St. Faithleachs are coupled with St. Brigids and St. Dominic’s. The objective is for players from each club having the opportunity to play Division 1 football at 15-a-side, thus developing their skills and experience.
AGM: The minor club AGM was held in the clubhouse on Friday night last. Minor Chairman, James Irwin opened the meeting and welcomed all. President, Pat Joe Fallon addressed the meeting, congratulating the minor and ladies teams on their achievements throughout 2014. Treasurer Shane Rohan gave a detailed report of the minor clubs Income/Expenditure for 2014. Minor Chairman, James Irwin Chairman, thanked his fellow officers for their hard work during the year and expressed thanks to outgoing ladies secretary, Majella Kelly and outgoing PRO, Pauline Phillips for their time and efforts throughout their term. Special word of thanks and praise to all managers/mentors of the minor and ladies teams. Thanks were expressed to Henry Kenny, field committee for his work. Huge thanks to all sponsors throughout the year, all sponsorship was hugely appreciated. Thanks to all who helped out in the organisation of fundraising events during 2014 and all who supported same. A detailed report of the clubs achievements and activities was presented by secretary, Monica Connaughton on the night. Senior club chairman, Derek Thompson, on behalf of the executive committee, thanked all members of the minor and ladies club committees for their hard work and acknowledged the achievements of all teams throughout the year. He expressed the importance of the development plan in place for the continued success of the club and its progression into the future. The following officers were elected for 2014: President, Pat Joe Fallon. Chairman, James Irwin. Vice Chairman, Gerard O’Donnell Secretary, Monica Connaughton. Ladies Secretary, Qona Cox. Treasurer, Shane Rohan. Assistant Treasurer, Padraig Kenny. PRO, Nicola Byrne. Ladies Registrar, Bernie Scally. Under-Age Registrar, Sean Cox. Minor County Board Delegates, TBC. Children’s Liaison Officer, Jimmy Mangan. Vetting Officer, Helen O’Donnell. Coaching Officers, Brian Murtagh & Walter Burke.
St. Faithleachs GAA Senior Club AGM: Our senior club AGM takes place this coming Friday, 21st November in the clubhouse. Mass for deceased club members will take place at 8.30pm followed by senior club AGM immediately afterwards. All members of the club are urged to attend, including our senior/junior players. New members most welcome.
Cards: Every Tuesday in the clubhouse, 8.30pm. All are welcome.
Strictly Come Dancing – Fundraising Event: Tickets for “Strictly Dancing Over the Bridge” are selling fast & we encourage you all to please purchase your Tickets as soon as possible, as this will be a Sold Out Event. Our Dancers from Rathcline GAA & St. Faithleachs GAA are well into their preparations & training and the Event promises to be a fantastic night. (Saturday 29th November in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone). Tickets (€20) available from both Rathcline GAA Club Executives & St. Faithleachs GAA Club Executives and many local outlets. You can also book your tickets by contacting the following: Joe O’Brien’s 043-3321107 or emailing your request to joea@iol.ie, Helen Kelly 0860809377 and Brenda Quigley 0868896969. Transport to the Event will be available on the night, please text your name & phone number to 0892420497 if you are interested in availing of a Bus to & from the Event. (€10 Return)
St. Faithleachs GAA Minor Club Fundraising Draw: Tickets available for “Bella” the Heifer, 1st prize in our fundraising draw. The list of prizes is as follows: 1st Prize – Belgian Blue/Blonde X (DOB 15.2.14) or €1,000. 2nd Prize – B&B and Dinner for 2 (Value €250 at the Abbey Hotel, Roscommon. 3rd Prize – €100 Meal Voucher. 4th Prize – 1 Tonne Bag of Turf. Tickets €5 each or 3 for €10. Draw will take place on Friday 2nd January in the clubhouse.
Fundraising Calendar: Official launch of the ‘Nearly Nude on the Shannon 2015” Calendar in aid of Pieta House and St. Christopher’s Services Longford, will take place in Sorohan’s Lifebelt Bar on Saturday night, November 22 at 10.30pm. All will be revealed on the night. All are welcome.
Congratulations: to Padraig Murray and Olive on the birth of their baby son, James Murray.
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