Week ending 26th December 2010 www.tourmakeady.com
Coiste Cultúr Teanga agus Forbartha Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh sincerely thanks everyone that has supported and helped us with our fund raising activities throughout the year. We are extremely grateful for all the different types of sponsorship that we have received from so many people inside and outside the community. We thank those that attended the events and helped and supported new activities that have started in the hall. Thank you all for your encouragement and interest in the renovation of the hall. We take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy and Holy Christmas and a Very Prosperous New Year.
Flower arranging demonstration
Thank you to T. J. Quinn, Petals and Buds, Ballinrobe for the beautiful Christmas flower arranging demonstration and his generosity. It was a lovely well supported evening and the beautiful flower arrangements were raffled later in the evening and the proceeds went to the hall renovation debt. Thank you to everyone for your support and to Sarah Power for providing the tasty Christmas food on the night.
Active Walking Clinic
The group will take a break for the Christmas holiday and start back again in January.
Over 60’s
Look forward to seeing you all after the break for the Christmas holiday.
Weekly service to Castlebar
TAKE the hassle out of driving into town. There is a bus every Friday leaving O’Toole’s at 10.30 a.m. Free passes are accepted. It is open to all. Other collection points are available. It returns at approximately 3 p.m. Please support this worthwhile service.
Knitting Club
The knitting club will meet again after the Christmas holiday.
Parent and Toddler Group - Nead na n-og Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
The Parent and Toddler Group will be taking a break for the Christmas holiday and will be starting back again in January.
Óige na Gaeltachta Junior Youth Club.
Happy Christmas everyone see you all next year.
Óige na Gaeltachta Senior Youth Club.
Happy Christmas everyone see you all next year.
Welfare officer
A SOCIAL welfare officer will be in attendance every Wednesday between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the Medical Centre, Tourmakeady.
Special Christmas Fund Raiser Wednesday December 29 for the Bunaún Oratory
There will be a special night during the Christmas holidays in Marie Luke’s. The fund raiser for the Bunaún Oratory is for the additional works that were carried out recently. There will be plenty of music and dancing to Tommy and Kathleen and the Duets. The evening starts at 9.30pm. All welcome and please support
Tourmakeady GAA lotto draw winners
THERE was no outright winner of the Tourmakeady GAA lotto held at The Lough Inn, Partry.
The numbers drawn were 12, 25, 28 and 29. The consolation winners were Michael Farragher, Partry; Tom and Carmel Garvey, c/o silver circle, Tourmakeady; Caroline O’Neill, Derryveeney; Laura Prendergast, Gortmore and Dennis Harrington, Partry.
The jackpot is now €6,800 and tickets are €2 each or three for €5. They are on sale throughout the parish. The silver circle is also on offer for a full year. It would make a nice Christmas present.
Church rota
EDDIE Gibbons will read at the Christmas Eve Mass in St. Mary’s, Tourmakeady, on Friday, at 8 p.m. Eucharistic Ministers are Kathleen Staunton and Carmel Garvey. John Power will read on Christmas Day, at 11.30 p.m. Eucharistic Ministers are Patricia Heneghan and Martin O’Neill. Noreen and Ann are on the church care team.
School concert at the Bunaun
CEOL Chiorn Na Nollaig Ar Súill ag Daltaí Coill A’tsidhean Sa Bunan Oiche De Ceadaoin Ag 7.30. Failte Raoimg Gaith Duinn.
Congratulations lead actress
CONGRATULATIONS to Aoife Morrin, daughter of Emmer and Michael Morrin, Treenláir, Tourmakeady, on her brilliant role as the lead actress, Katie Brown, in the hugely successful show Calamity Jane, in the Ballinrobe community school, in a three night run. On the final night her brother Martin got the young player of the year award at the Partry soccer club awards night, at The Lough Inn, Partry.
New baby boy
CONGRATULATIONS to Rita and Ruairi Conroy, Dublin and Tourmakeady, on the birth of their baby son Ben, in Dublin last weekend. Baby Ben is a proud grandson for Mary Ann and Jamie Heneghan, Shangorth, Srah and also Mary and Liam Conroy, Treenlaur, Tourmakeady.
GAA Club table quiz
THE Tourmakeady GAA Club is having a table quiz on Sunday, January 2, 2011, in O’Toole’s, Tourmakeady. It will be tables of four, at €5 each. Proceeds are in aid of major development at the GAA grounds, in 2011. Please support.
Annual dinner dance tickets on sale
TICKETS are on sale for the Tourmakeady GAA annual dinner dance, which is being held in Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, Tourmakeady, on Saturday, January 29, 2011. Having won the county intermediate championship in 2010 and also the ladies county junior title, a full house is assured. Get your tickets now.
Gun club membership due
TOURMAKEADY gun club is seeking all membership subscriptions to be paid as soon as possible to Frank Lally, Tawnagh. Membership is only €20, plus insurance €60.
Engagement congratulations
CONGRATULATIONS to Mr. Anthony O’Neill, son of Evelyn and Michael O’Neill, Derryveeney, Tourmakeady, on his engagement to Ms. Marie Gill, Westport, last week. Anthony is a member of the Tourmakeady 2010 county intermediate winners.
Tourmakeady hall bonus number game
THE latest winners of the Tourmakeady hall bonus number draw are Matt Lydon, Carheen and Michael and Sally Gibbons, Treenláir. Both families receive €100 each for having number one. The next draw is on Christmas Day, at 8 p.m.
Player of the year at Partry Athletics
WELL done to John Kennedy, who was selected as Player of the Year, at the Partry Athletics awards night. Mark Gibbons was top goal scorer. Martin Morrin was young player of 2010.
A sincere thanks to everyone who supported their successful race night and to everyone who sponsored the night. Also the management and staff at The Lough Inn.
Tourmakeady magazine on sale
THE 24th edition of the Tourmakeady magazine is on sale in all shops, at only €8. It is also available at The Village Inn, Partry; Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant and Walsh’s post office, Killawalla. There will be no reprint, so buy now.
Village Inn
THE Village Inn restaurant is open on Wednesday and Thursday, from 2 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. and Friday, from 2 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. and on Saturday, from 2 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. and on Sunday, from 12 noon until 6 p.m. The restaurant is closed on Monday and Tuesday. Telephone (094) 9543249 or check their website www.thevillageinnpub.com.
Thank you A generous thank you for provision of some of the above items to Michael John Casey and the Connaught Telegraph Ltd., Printers, Publishers, Stationers since 1828. Cavendish Lane, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland. t: +353 94 9021711, f: +353 94 9024007. Why not check out our full version e-edition and try a copy for free via the web @ www.con-telegraph.ie
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh sincerely thanks everyone that has supported and helped us with our fund raising activities throughout the year. We are extremely grateful for all the different types of sponsorship that we have received from so many people inside and outside the community. We thank those that attended the events and helped and supported new activities that have started in the hall. Thank you all for your encouragement and interest in the renovation of the hall. We take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy and Holy Christmas and a Very Prosperous New Year.
Flower arranging demonstration
Thank you to T. J. Quinn, Petals and Buds, Ballinrobe for the beautiful Christmas flower arranging demonstration and his generosity. It was a lovely well supported evening and the beautiful flower arrangements were raffled later in the evening and the proceeds went to the hall renovation debt. Thank you to everyone for your support and to Sarah Power for providing the tasty Christmas food on the night.
Active Walking Clinic
The group will take a break for the Christmas holiday and start back again in January.
Over 60’s
Look forward to seeing you all after the break for the Christmas holiday.
Weekly service to Castlebar
TAKE the hassle out of driving into town. There is a bus every Friday leaving O’Toole’s at 10.30 a.m. Free passes are accepted. It is open to all. Other collection points are available. It returns at approximately 3 p.m. Please support this worthwhile service.
Knitting Club
The knitting club will meet again after the Christmas holiday.
Parent and Toddler Group - Nead na n-og Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
The Parent and Toddler Group will be taking a break for the Christmas holiday and will be starting back again in January.
Óige na Gaeltachta Junior Youth Club.
Happy Christmas everyone see you all next year.
Óige na Gaeltachta Senior Youth Club.
Happy Christmas everyone see you all next year.
Welfare officer
A SOCIAL welfare officer will be in attendance every Wednesday between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the Medical Centre, Tourmakeady.
Special Christmas Fund Raiser Wednesday December 29 for the Bunaún Oratory
There will be a special night during the Christmas holidays in Marie Luke’s. The fund raiser for the Bunaún Oratory is for the additional works that were carried out recently. There will be plenty of music and dancing to Tommy and Kathleen and the Duets. The evening starts at 9.30pm. All welcome and please support
Tourmakeady GAA lotto draw winners
THERE was no outright winner of the Tourmakeady GAA lotto held at The Lough Inn, Partry.
The numbers drawn were 12, 25, 28 and 29. The consolation winners were Michael Farragher, Partry; Tom and Carmel Garvey, c/o silver circle, Tourmakeady; Caroline O’Neill, Derryveeney; Laura Prendergast, Gortmore and Dennis Harrington, Partry.
The jackpot is now €6,800 and tickets are €2 each or three for €5. They are on sale throughout the parish. The silver circle is also on offer for a full year. It would make a nice Christmas present.
Church rota
EDDIE Gibbons will read at the Christmas Eve Mass in St. Mary’s, Tourmakeady, on Friday, at 8 p.m. Eucharistic Ministers are Kathleen Staunton and Carmel Garvey. John Power will read on Christmas Day, at 11.30 p.m. Eucharistic Ministers are Patricia Heneghan and Martin O’Neill. Noreen and Ann are on the church care team.
School concert at the Bunaun
CEOL Chiorn Na Nollaig Ar Súill ag Daltaí Coill A’tsidhean Sa Bunan Oiche De Ceadaoin Ag 7.30. Failte Raoimg Gaith Duinn.
Congratulations lead actress
CONGRATULATIONS to Aoife Morrin, daughter of Emmer and Michael Morrin, Treenláir, Tourmakeady, on her brilliant role as the lead actress, Katie Brown, in the hugely successful show Calamity Jane, in the Ballinrobe community school, in a three night run. On the final night her brother Martin got the young player of the year award at the Partry soccer club awards night, at The Lough Inn, Partry.
New baby boy
CONGRATULATIONS to Rita and Ruairi Conroy, Dublin and Tourmakeady, on the birth of their baby son Ben, in Dublin last weekend. Baby Ben is a proud grandson for Mary Ann and Jamie Heneghan, Shangorth, Srah and also Mary and Liam Conroy, Treenlaur, Tourmakeady.
GAA Club table quiz
THE Tourmakeady GAA Club is having a table quiz on Sunday, January 2, 2011, in O’Toole’s, Tourmakeady. It will be tables of four, at €5 each. Proceeds are in aid of major development at the GAA grounds, in 2011. Please support.
Annual dinner dance tickets on sale
TICKETS are on sale for the Tourmakeady GAA annual dinner dance, which is being held in Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, Tourmakeady, on Saturday, January 29, 2011. Having won the county intermediate championship in 2010 and also the ladies county junior title, a full house is assured. Get your tickets now.
Gun club membership due
TOURMAKEADY gun club is seeking all membership subscriptions to be paid as soon as possible to Frank Lally, Tawnagh. Membership is only €20, plus insurance €60.
Engagement congratulations
CONGRATULATIONS to Mr. Anthony O’Neill, son of Evelyn and Michael O’Neill, Derryveeney, Tourmakeady, on his engagement to Ms. Marie Gill, Westport, last week. Anthony is a member of the Tourmakeady 2010 county intermediate winners.
Tourmakeady hall bonus number game
THE latest winners of the Tourmakeady hall bonus number draw are Matt Lydon, Carheen and Michael and Sally Gibbons, Treenláir. Both families receive €100 each for having number one. The next draw is on Christmas Day, at 8 p.m.
Player of the year at Partry Athletics
WELL done to John Kennedy, who was selected as Player of the Year, at the Partry Athletics awards night. Mark Gibbons was top goal scorer. Martin Morrin was young player of 2010.
A sincere thanks to everyone who supported their successful race night and to everyone who sponsored the night. Also the management and staff at The Lough Inn.
Tourmakeady magazine on sale
THE 24th edition of the Tourmakeady magazine is on sale in all shops, at only €8. It is also available at The Village Inn, Partry; Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant and Walsh’s post office, Killawalla. There will be no reprint, so buy now.
Village Inn
THE Village Inn restaurant is open on Wednesday and Thursday, from 2 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. and Friday, from 2 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. and on Saturday, from 2 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. and on Sunday, from 12 noon until 6 p.m. The restaurant is closed on Monday and Tuesday. Telephone (094) 9543249 or check their website www.thevillageinnpub.com.
Thank you A generous thank you for provision of some of the above items to Michael John Casey and the Connaught Telegraph Ltd., Printers, Publishers, Stationers since 1828. Cavendish Lane, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland. t: +353 94 9021711, f: +353 94 9024007. Why not check out our full version e-edition and try a copy for free via the web @ www.con-telegraph.ie
Week ending 19th December 2010 www.tourmakeady.com
Santa in Tourmakeady
Thank you to everyone that made Santa’s visit such a great success on Sunday. Also a big thank you to all our sponsors and for the donation of cakes and produce for the stalls. Thank you to all the helpers and the youth club. The monster raffle prize winners were Niall Lydon, 1000 euro, seller Joe Mulroe, 100 euro, Phil Fallon, 500 euro, seller Siobhan Flynn 50 euro, Breege Heneghan, Ballintubber 300 euro, seller Tony McDonald 50 euro. Other prize winners were Breege Carr, Maureen Hamilton, Kitty Kelly, Nancy Sheeran, Jackie Heneghan, David Lally, Padaic Lydon, plus Christine Staunton, Niamh Marie Hamilton, and Frankie Carr. Thank you to everyone for all your support. All proceeds go towards the hall repayment debt.
Active Walking Clinic
The group will take a break for the Christmas holiday and start back again in January.
Major raffle tickets on sale
Thank you to everyone for your generous support.
Over 60’s Club
Look forward to seeing you all after the break for the Christmas holiday.
Weekly service to Castlebar
TAKE the hassle out of driving into town. There is a bus every Friday leaving O’Toole’s at 10.30 a.m. Free passes are accepted. It is open to all. Other collection points are available. It returns at approximately 3 p.m.
Knitting Club
The knitting club will meet again after the Christmas holiday.
Parent and Toddler Group - Nead na n-og Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
The Parent and Toddler Group will be taking a break for the Christmas holiday and will be starting back again in January.
Óige na Gaeltachta Junior Youth Club.
Happy Christmas everyone see you all next year.
Óige na Gaeltachta Senior Youth Club.
Happy Christmas everyone see you all next year.
Bonus number draw
THE latest winners in the Tourmakeady Hall weekly bonus number draw are ConnieO’Toole and David & Sinead Lally. Both receive €100 each for having number 35. Next draw on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
Welfare officer
A SOCIAL welfare officer will be in attendance every Wednesday between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the Medical Centre, Tourmakeady.
Special Christmas Fund Raiser Wednesday December 29 for the Bunaún
There will be a special night during the Christmas holidays in Marie Luke’s. The fund raiser for the Bunaún is for the additional works that were carried out. There will be plenty of music and dancing to Tommy and Kathleen and the Duets. The evening starts at 9.30pm. All welcome and please support
Parish magazine on sale locally
THE 24th edition of the Waterfall Magazine is on sale and will make a perfect Christmas gift at only €8. The parish magazine can be obtained at Corrigans, Ballintubber; The Village Inn, Partry; Maire Lukes and O’Toole’s, Tourmakeady; Walsh’s post office, Killawalla; Martin Murphy’s and Cummins, Ballinrobe. Everyone who made it possible is thanked including those who placed advertisements.
Tourmakeady GAA dinner dance
THE GAA dinner dance will be held on Saturday, January 29, at Maire Lukes. Tickets will be on sale shortly. Book early to avoid disappointment.
More dates for Monsignor Horan’s story
THE great story of the life of Partry’s own Monsignor James Horan, will be in the Travellers Friends, Castlebar, on January 20, 21 and 22. The show entitled On A Wing And a Prayer should not be missed. Tickets are available at the hotel. Local man Tommie Heveran makes an appearance.
Sincere sympathy
SYMPATHY is extended to Mrs. Brid Lydon, Shanvallycahill, Tourmakeady and Michael Joyce, Ballyheane, on the death of their father Darach Joyce, Rosmuc, Co. Galway. Burial took place on Sunday, November 29. Darach was father-in-law of Patrick Lydon, Shanvallycahill and Maureen Joyce, Ballyheane. May he rest in peace.
Annual Christmas ceili
THE annual Christmas ceili will take place in Partry community centre, on Saturday, December 18. The brilliant Matt Cunningham band will be on stage. There will be refreshments and the usual raffles and a great night is assured.
Tourmakeady hoodies
TOURMAKEADY hoodies are available at €20 for kids and €32 for adults and soft shell jackets are available at €40. Telephone Michael Lang, at (086) 0525653.
Social and innovation evening
A SOCIAL and innovation evening will be held in Coláiste Muire, Tourmakeady, on Wednesday, December 15, at 7.30 p.m.
Business and service providers are invited along to promote their enterprise by displaying their wares and meeting potential customers at what will be a unique event.
Entertainment and refreshments will be provided and the evening will feature a frugal fashion show, highlighting how looking good for the festive season need not cost a fortune.
If anyone is interested in taking part, contact (094) 9544107, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. for details.
Partry bingo
PARTRY bingo continues every Monday night, at 8.45 p.m. in the community centre, with lots of jackpots, raffles and Christmas cheer. Everyone is welcome for the turkeys, cooked hams and cakes.
First baby boy
CONGRATULATIONS to Sarah and Michael Whelan, England and Barnahowna, Tourmakeady, on the birth of their first baby boy, Stephen Thomas, who is a welcome grandson for Tom Whelan, Barnahowna.
Lotto winners
THERE was no outright winner of the Tourmakeady GAA lotto held at The Lough Mask Inn. The numbers chosen were 12, 13, 16 and 19. The consolation winners were Sarah Prendergast; Michael Lydon; Michael Casey, Partry; Kathleen Meeneghan, Drimcoggy and May Heneghan, Tourmakeady. Tickets at €2 or three for €5 are on sale throughout the parish. Also for 2011 the silver circle tickets are €100 for 52 weeks.
Paddy Hoban Sound on stage
ON stage at Marie Lukes, Tourmakeady, on Saturday, December 18, is the Paddy Hoban Sound.
On Sunday, December 19, the annual Christmas session of traditional music, song and dance, will be held. All musicians are welcome to join the Christmas cheer. Food will be served from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Booking is at (094) 9544080.
Church rota
NOREEN Maloney will read at the 8 p.m. Saturday night Mass in St. Mary’s, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Brid Heneghan and Julie Lally. Marion O’Malley will read at the 11.30 a.m. Mass on Sunday. Eucharistic Ministers are Sadie Molloy and Martin O’Neill. Ann, Katie and Ann-Marie are on church care week.
Christmas youth retreat
A NATIONAL Christmas retreat for young people aged between 16 and 35, will take place at Newbridge College, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, from Friday, December 17 to Sunday, December 19. Contact (01) 67553690 or (085) 8289231 for information. There is no charge but donations will be accepted. Free buses are available from some locations.
Advent Trocaire
TROCAIRE is asking everyone to remember children in Somalia, where only 30 per cent of children are able to attend school and many are forced to become child soldiers. Trocaire is hoping to keep 15 primary schools open, giving 3,500 children the chance to go to school for a year and stay safe. Check out the website at www.trocaire.org/globalgift.
Thank you to everyone that made Santa’s visit such a great success on Sunday. Also a big thank you to all our sponsors and for the donation of cakes and produce for the stalls. Thank you to all the helpers and the youth club. The monster raffle prize winners were Niall Lydon, 1000 euro, seller Joe Mulroe, 100 euro, Phil Fallon, 500 euro, seller Siobhan Flynn 50 euro, Breege Heneghan, Ballintubber 300 euro, seller Tony McDonald 50 euro. Other prize winners were Breege Carr, Maureen Hamilton, Kitty Kelly, Nancy Sheeran, Jackie Heneghan, David Lally, Padaic Lydon, plus Christine Staunton, Niamh Marie Hamilton, and Frankie Carr. Thank you to everyone for all your support. All proceeds go towards the hall repayment debt.
Active Walking Clinic
The group will take a break for the Christmas holiday and start back again in January.
Major raffle tickets on sale
Thank you to everyone for your generous support.
Over 60’s Club
Look forward to seeing you all after the break for the Christmas holiday.
Weekly service to Castlebar
TAKE the hassle out of driving into town. There is a bus every Friday leaving O’Toole’s at 10.30 a.m. Free passes are accepted. It is open to all. Other collection points are available. It returns at approximately 3 p.m.
Knitting Club
The knitting club will meet again after the Christmas holiday.
Parent and Toddler Group - Nead na n-og Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
The Parent and Toddler Group will be taking a break for the Christmas holiday and will be starting back again in January.
Óige na Gaeltachta Junior Youth Club.
Happy Christmas everyone see you all next year.
Óige na Gaeltachta Senior Youth Club.
Happy Christmas everyone see you all next year.
Bonus number draw
THE latest winners in the Tourmakeady Hall weekly bonus number draw are ConnieO’Toole and David & Sinead Lally. Both receive €100 each for having number 35. Next draw on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
Welfare officer
A SOCIAL welfare officer will be in attendance every Wednesday between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the Medical Centre, Tourmakeady.
Special Christmas Fund Raiser Wednesday December 29 for the Bunaún
There will be a special night during the Christmas holidays in Marie Luke’s. The fund raiser for the Bunaún is for the additional works that were carried out. There will be plenty of music and dancing to Tommy and Kathleen and the Duets. The evening starts at 9.30pm. All welcome and please support
Parish magazine on sale locally
THE 24th edition of the Waterfall Magazine is on sale and will make a perfect Christmas gift at only €8. The parish magazine can be obtained at Corrigans, Ballintubber; The Village Inn, Partry; Maire Lukes and O’Toole’s, Tourmakeady; Walsh’s post office, Killawalla; Martin Murphy’s and Cummins, Ballinrobe. Everyone who made it possible is thanked including those who placed advertisements.
Tourmakeady GAA dinner dance
THE GAA dinner dance will be held on Saturday, January 29, at Maire Lukes. Tickets will be on sale shortly. Book early to avoid disappointment.
More dates for Monsignor Horan’s story
THE great story of the life of Partry’s own Monsignor James Horan, will be in the Travellers Friends, Castlebar, on January 20, 21 and 22. The show entitled On A Wing And a Prayer should not be missed. Tickets are available at the hotel. Local man Tommie Heveran makes an appearance.
Sincere sympathy
SYMPATHY is extended to Mrs. Brid Lydon, Shanvallycahill, Tourmakeady and Michael Joyce, Ballyheane, on the death of their father Darach Joyce, Rosmuc, Co. Galway. Burial took place on Sunday, November 29. Darach was father-in-law of Patrick Lydon, Shanvallycahill and Maureen Joyce, Ballyheane. May he rest in peace.
Annual Christmas ceili
THE annual Christmas ceili will take place in Partry community centre, on Saturday, December 18. The brilliant Matt Cunningham band will be on stage. There will be refreshments and the usual raffles and a great night is assured.
Tourmakeady hoodies
TOURMAKEADY hoodies are available at €20 for kids and €32 for adults and soft shell jackets are available at €40. Telephone Michael Lang, at (086) 0525653.
Social and innovation evening
A SOCIAL and innovation evening will be held in Coláiste Muire, Tourmakeady, on Wednesday, December 15, at 7.30 p.m.
Business and service providers are invited along to promote their enterprise by displaying their wares and meeting potential customers at what will be a unique event.
Entertainment and refreshments will be provided and the evening will feature a frugal fashion show, highlighting how looking good for the festive season need not cost a fortune.
If anyone is interested in taking part, contact (094) 9544107, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. for details.
Partry bingo
PARTRY bingo continues every Monday night, at 8.45 p.m. in the community centre, with lots of jackpots, raffles and Christmas cheer. Everyone is welcome for the turkeys, cooked hams and cakes.
First baby boy
CONGRATULATIONS to Sarah and Michael Whelan, England and Barnahowna, Tourmakeady, on the birth of their first baby boy, Stephen Thomas, who is a welcome grandson for Tom Whelan, Barnahowna.
Lotto winners
THERE was no outright winner of the Tourmakeady GAA lotto held at The Lough Mask Inn. The numbers chosen were 12, 13, 16 and 19. The consolation winners were Sarah Prendergast; Michael Lydon; Michael Casey, Partry; Kathleen Meeneghan, Drimcoggy and May Heneghan, Tourmakeady. Tickets at €2 or three for €5 are on sale throughout the parish. Also for 2011 the silver circle tickets are €100 for 52 weeks.
Paddy Hoban Sound on stage
ON stage at Marie Lukes, Tourmakeady, on Saturday, December 18, is the Paddy Hoban Sound.
On Sunday, December 19, the annual Christmas session of traditional music, song and dance, will be held. All musicians are welcome to join the Christmas cheer. Food will be served from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Booking is at (094) 9544080.
Church rota
NOREEN Maloney will read at the 8 p.m. Saturday night Mass in St. Mary’s, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Brid Heneghan and Julie Lally. Marion O’Malley will read at the 11.30 a.m. Mass on Sunday. Eucharistic Ministers are Sadie Molloy and Martin O’Neill. Ann, Katie and Ann-Marie are on church care week.
Christmas youth retreat
A NATIONAL Christmas retreat for young people aged between 16 and 35, will take place at Newbridge College, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, from Friday, December 17 to Sunday, December 19. Contact (01) 67553690 or (085) 8289231 for information. There is no charge but donations will be accepted. Free buses are available from some locations.
Advent Trocaire
TROCAIRE is asking everyone to remember children in Somalia, where only 30 per cent of children are able to attend school and many are forced to become child soldiers. Trocaire is hoping to keep 15 primary schools open, giving 3,500 children the chance to go to school for a year and stay safe. Check out the website at www.trocaire.org/globalgift.
Week ending 12th December 2010 www.tourmakeady.com
Santa is coming to Tourmakeady
SANTA will be in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on December 12, from approximately 1.00pm onwards. If you are able to help or would like to take a table for produce or products you are very welcome. Any support that you can give or cakes for a cake sale, etc on the day would be much appreciated. The hall will be open from 11.00am onwards if you wish to donate any items. Further information 087 7443531.
Active Walking Clinic
A programme for those interested in the benefits of walking and how to get the most out of this popular pastime takes place on Wednesdays 8.30pm – 9.30pm in Tourmakeady Hall. Fully trained instructor. Supported by Mayo County Council. All welcome.
Major raffle tickets on sale
TICKETS are on sale now for a major raffle which will now take place on Sunday, December 12, in Tourmakeady hall. All proceeds go to the hall renovations. The top prize is €1,000, €500 and €300. The sellers of the winning tickets receive €100, €50 and €50 respectively. Tickets are on sale throughout the parish. All tickets sold and unsold must be returned the latest Saturday December 11.
Over 60’s Christmas Party
THE Over 60’s Christmas Party will take place in Paddy’s on Thursday December 16, starting at 2.00pm. Cost 25 euro per head. All welcome .
Weekly service to Castlebar
TAKE the hassle out of driving into town. There is a bus every Friday leaving O’Toole’s at 10.30 a.m. Free passes are accepted. It is open to all. Other collection points are available. It returns at approximately 3 p.m.
Knitting Club
THE Knitting Club is held on Monday evenings in Tourmakeady Hall from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. All are very welcome.
Parent and Toddler Group - Nead na n-og Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
MEETING this coming Tuesday in Funsters, Castlebar. 10.30am to 12.15pm.
Citizen’s advice
A CITIZENS information officer will be at Tourmakeady Hall, on Wednesday, December 15, from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Óige na Gaeltachta Junior Youth Club.
TUESDAYS 8 years – 13 years from 6.00pm to 8.00pm. Hopefully the weather will have improved so hope to see you all this Tuesday.
Óige na Gaeltachta Senior Youth Club.
MONDAYS from 13 years upwards 8.00pm – 10.00pm. Hopefully the weather will have improved and hope to see you all this Monday.
Bonus number draw
THE latest winners in the Tourmakeady Hall weekly bonus number draw are ames Prendergast & Donal Cannon, Peter & Sinead Gosson. Both receive €100 each for having number 32. Next draw on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
Welfare officer
A SOCIAL welfare officer will be in attendance every Wednesday between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the Medical Centre, Tourmakeady.
Flower arranging demonstration
GET out for the evening and join us for a Christmas flower arranging demonstration by T. J. Quinn, Petals and Buds, Ballinrobe. The demonstration will take place in Tourmakeady Hall on Thursday, December 16 at 8.00pm.
All arrangements will be raffled on the night. Refreshments will follow. All are welcome.
Congratulations to Intermediate footballer of 2010
CONGRATULATIONS to Brendan Prendergast, of Tourmakeady GAA Club, who was selected as the Mayo Intermediate footballer of 2010 last week.
It was double for the hard working Brendan, as himself and Kevin Dolan won replacement All-Stars awards also. Despite winning the 2010 intermediate final, playing one of the few better games at headquarters, Brendan and Kevin were the only nominees but received their deserved awards at Knockranny Hotel last week.
Church rota
AOIFE Morrin will read at the 8 p.m. Saturday night Mass in St. Mary’s, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Aine Ui Chonghaile and Michael John Casey. Siobhan De Burca will read at the 11.30 p.m. Sunday Mass. Eucharistic Ministers are Martin O’Neill and Mary Sheridan. Mary Moran and Mary Conroy are on church care week.
Church gate collection thanks
THE NCPI would like to thank the people of Tourmakeady for a church gate collection of €295, which is very much appreciated.
Annual Christmas ceili
THE annual Christmas ceili in Partry community centre, will take place on Saturday, December 18, with Matt Cunningham on stage. The usual raffles and refreshments are also on the programme.
Annual general meeting of Tourmakeady GAA Club
THE annual general meeting of Tourmakeady GAA Club will take place on Sunday, December 12, at 7 p.m. in the clubhouse. All members including new members and players are welcome.
The annual dinner dance will be held at Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, Tourmakeady, on Saturday, January 29, 2011. A limited number of tickets will go on sale in the new year. A set of tickets is an ideal Christmas gift.
Social and innovation evening
A SOCIAL and innovation evening will be held in Colaiste Muire, Tourmakeady, on Wednesday, December 15, at 7.30 p.m.
Business and service providers are invited along to promote their enterprise by displaying their wares and meeting potential customers at what will be a unique event.
Entertainment and refreshments will be provided and the evening will feature a frugal fashion show, highlighting how looking good for the festive season need not cost a fortune.
If anyone is interested in taking part, contact (094) 9544107, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. for details.
Partry bingo
PARTRY bingo continues every Monday night, at 8.45 p.m. in the community centre, with lots of jackpots, raffles and Christmas cheer. Everyone is welcome for the turkeys, cooked hams and cakes.
Partry soccer club night at the races
PARTRY soccer club night at the races will take place on Saturday, December 11, at the Lough Inn, Partry. The first race is at 9.30 p.m. Also the 2010 awards will be given out on that night. There are still a few horses and riders to be purchased.
Ladies footballers enjoyable night
TOURMAKEADY ladies footballers had a great night of celebrations and presentations on Saturday last, at Paddy’s restaurant, Tourmakeady. The 2010 captain Siobhan Heneghan paid tribute to all the victorious teams and management on winning the county title. She also thanked the sponsors, The Lough Mask Inn and Kevin and Cathy O’Toole, Tourmakeady. One of the highlights of the night was the selection of Una Heneghan, as senior player of the year and Emma Barker, as young player of the year 2010. All the presentations were made by Tourmakeady Intermediate county champions’s captain Kevin Dolan.
Waterfall Magazine in shops at weekend
IT is hoped to have the Waterfall Magazine in the shops at the weekend, priced at €8. It can be purchased in Corrigans, Ballintubber; Walshs post office, Killawalla; Cummins or Martin Murphys, Ballinrobe; O’Tooles and Maire Lukes, Tourmakeady.
Welfare officer at medical centre
A SOCIAL welfare officer will be in attendance every Wednesday, between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the medical centre, Tourmakeady.
Cake sale in Chapter House
ON Sunday, December 12, there will be a cake sale in the Chapter House, after 11.30 a.m. Mass, in aid of the over 55 club. Donations of cakes can be left in the Chapter House before Mass. Please support the cause by coming along and purchasing cakes.
The club meets every Monday, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and anybody who would like to join can come along. It is a great social occasion.
Christmas programme
THE Christmas programme will get underway at Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, Tourmakeady, on Friday, December 10, with the Bumble Bee on stage.
Tourmakeady county winners’ jerseys will be on sale, either home of away, for €50. They will make ideal Christmas presents. Telephone (094) 95 44080 for details.
Important gun club meetings
A VERY important meeting of the Tourmakeady gun club will be held in Tourmakeady hall, on Thursday, December 9, at 9.30 p.m. sharp. All members, including new members are asked to be in attendance.
Partry soccer club bonus number game winners
THE winner of the Partry soccer club bonus number game draw on December 4, was Tom Mannion. Winner on November 20, was Aine Keane, Ballinrobe.
Bord na nóg presentation evening
BORD no nóg victory presentation evening will take place on December 11, at 7.30 p.m. in Tourmakeady hall. Medals will be presented to Tourmakeady’s victorious Under 14, Under 16 and minor teams. Guest of honour will be Cillian O’Connor, team captain and star player of Mayo minors 2010. The event must run on time because of the Oige na Gaeltachta disco which starts at 9 p.m. Players from the Underage teams will be given free passes into the disco.
Tourmakeady club merchandise
ANOTHER batch of hoodies is being ordered. The price for kids’ hoodies is €20 (ages eight to 13) and adult hoodies €32. The soft shell jacket is €40. Full details of how to order are at www.tuarmhiceadaigh.gaa.ie or contact the club secretary Michael Lang, at (086) 0525653.
Pampering afternoon
A PAMPERING afternoon will take place in Mary Moran’s cottage, on Sunday, December 12. Treatments include massage, reflexology, Indian head massage, Bio Energy, podiatry, angel reading, nails, hair, mulled wine, home cooked food, entertainment, stalls, crafts, Christmas cards, wood turning, jams, skin products, jewellery, fair trade products and organic vegetables. One hundred per cent of the funds raised go directly to APA supporting African children orphaned through AIDS. The cost of the afternoon is €30. Pre-booking is essential. Phone Maura, at (087) 6815441.
Village Inn
THE Village Inn restaurant is open on Wednesday and Thursday, from 2 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. and Friday, from 2 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. and on Saturday, from 2 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. and on Sunday, from 12 noon until 6 p.m. The restaurant is closed on Monday and Tuesday. Telephone (094) 9543249 or check their website www.thevillageinnpub.com.
Thank you A generous thank you for provision of some of the above items to Michael John Casey and the Connaught Telegraph Ltd., Printers, Publishers, Stationers since 1828. Cavendish Lane, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland. t: +353 94 9021711, f: +353 94 9024007. Why not check out our full version e-edition and try a copy for free via the web @ www.con-telegraph.ie
SANTA will be in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on December 12, from approximately 1.00pm onwards. If you are able to help or would like to take a table for produce or products you are very welcome. Any support that you can give or cakes for a cake sale, etc on the day would be much appreciated. The hall will be open from 11.00am onwards if you wish to donate any items. Further information 087 7443531.
Active Walking Clinic
A programme for those interested in the benefits of walking and how to get the most out of this popular pastime takes place on Wednesdays 8.30pm – 9.30pm in Tourmakeady Hall. Fully trained instructor. Supported by Mayo County Council. All welcome.
Major raffle tickets on sale
TICKETS are on sale now for a major raffle which will now take place on Sunday, December 12, in Tourmakeady hall. All proceeds go to the hall renovations. The top prize is €1,000, €500 and €300. The sellers of the winning tickets receive €100, €50 and €50 respectively. Tickets are on sale throughout the parish. All tickets sold and unsold must be returned the latest Saturday December 11.
Over 60’s Christmas Party
THE Over 60’s Christmas Party will take place in Paddy’s on Thursday December 16, starting at 2.00pm. Cost 25 euro per head. All welcome .
Weekly service to Castlebar
TAKE the hassle out of driving into town. There is a bus every Friday leaving O’Toole’s at 10.30 a.m. Free passes are accepted. It is open to all. Other collection points are available. It returns at approximately 3 p.m.
Knitting Club
THE Knitting Club is held on Monday evenings in Tourmakeady Hall from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. All are very welcome.
Parent and Toddler Group - Nead na n-og Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
MEETING this coming Tuesday in Funsters, Castlebar. 10.30am to 12.15pm.
Citizen’s advice
A CITIZENS information officer will be at Tourmakeady Hall, on Wednesday, December 15, from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Óige na Gaeltachta Junior Youth Club.
TUESDAYS 8 years – 13 years from 6.00pm to 8.00pm. Hopefully the weather will have improved so hope to see you all this Tuesday.
Óige na Gaeltachta Senior Youth Club.
MONDAYS from 13 years upwards 8.00pm – 10.00pm. Hopefully the weather will have improved and hope to see you all this Monday.
Bonus number draw
THE latest winners in the Tourmakeady Hall weekly bonus number draw are ames Prendergast & Donal Cannon, Peter & Sinead Gosson. Both receive €100 each for having number 32. Next draw on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
Welfare officer
A SOCIAL welfare officer will be in attendance every Wednesday between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the Medical Centre, Tourmakeady.
Flower arranging demonstration
GET out for the evening and join us for a Christmas flower arranging demonstration by T. J. Quinn, Petals and Buds, Ballinrobe. The demonstration will take place in Tourmakeady Hall on Thursday, December 16 at 8.00pm.
All arrangements will be raffled on the night. Refreshments will follow. All are welcome.
Congratulations to Intermediate footballer of 2010
CONGRATULATIONS to Brendan Prendergast, of Tourmakeady GAA Club, who was selected as the Mayo Intermediate footballer of 2010 last week.
It was double for the hard working Brendan, as himself and Kevin Dolan won replacement All-Stars awards also. Despite winning the 2010 intermediate final, playing one of the few better games at headquarters, Brendan and Kevin were the only nominees but received their deserved awards at Knockranny Hotel last week.
Church rota
AOIFE Morrin will read at the 8 p.m. Saturday night Mass in St. Mary’s, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Aine Ui Chonghaile and Michael John Casey. Siobhan De Burca will read at the 11.30 p.m. Sunday Mass. Eucharistic Ministers are Martin O’Neill and Mary Sheridan. Mary Moran and Mary Conroy are on church care week.
Church gate collection thanks
THE NCPI would like to thank the people of Tourmakeady for a church gate collection of €295, which is very much appreciated.
Annual Christmas ceili
THE annual Christmas ceili in Partry community centre, will take place on Saturday, December 18, with Matt Cunningham on stage. The usual raffles and refreshments are also on the programme.
Annual general meeting of Tourmakeady GAA Club
THE annual general meeting of Tourmakeady GAA Club will take place on Sunday, December 12, at 7 p.m. in the clubhouse. All members including new members and players are welcome.
The annual dinner dance will be held at Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, Tourmakeady, on Saturday, January 29, 2011. A limited number of tickets will go on sale in the new year. A set of tickets is an ideal Christmas gift.
Social and innovation evening
A SOCIAL and innovation evening will be held in Colaiste Muire, Tourmakeady, on Wednesday, December 15, at 7.30 p.m.
Business and service providers are invited along to promote their enterprise by displaying their wares and meeting potential customers at what will be a unique event.
Entertainment and refreshments will be provided and the evening will feature a frugal fashion show, highlighting how looking good for the festive season need not cost a fortune.
If anyone is interested in taking part, contact (094) 9544107, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. for details.
Partry bingo
PARTRY bingo continues every Monday night, at 8.45 p.m. in the community centre, with lots of jackpots, raffles and Christmas cheer. Everyone is welcome for the turkeys, cooked hams and cakes.
Partry soccer club night at the races
PARTRY soccer club night at the races will take place on Saturday, December 11, at the Lough Inn, Partry. The first race is at 9.30 p.m. Also the 2010 awards will be given out on that night. There are still a few horses and riders to be purchased.
Ladies footballers enjoyable night
TOURMAKEADY ladies footballers had a great night of celebrations and presentations on Saturday last, at Paddy’s restaurant, Tourmakeady. The 2010 captain Siobhan Heneghan paid tribute to all the victorious teams and management on winning the county title. She also thanked the sponsors, The Lough Mask Inn and Kevin and Cathy O’Toole, Tourmakeady. One of the highlights of the night was the selection of Una Heneghan, as senior player of the year and Emma Barker, as young player of the year 2010. All the presentations were made by Tourmakeady Intermediate county champions’s captain Kevin Dolan.
Waterfall Magazine in shops at weekend
IT is hoped to have the Waterfall Magazine in the shops at the weekend, priced at €8. It can be purchased in Corrigans, Ballintubber; Walshs post office, Killawalla; Cummins or Martin Murphys, Ballinrobe; O’Tooles and Maire Lukes, Tourmakeady.
Welfare officer at medical centre
A SOCIAL welfare officer will be in attendance every Wednesday, between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the medical centre, Tourmakeady.
Cake sale in Chapter House
ON Sunday, December 12, there will be a cake sale in the Chapter House, after 11.30 a.m. Mass, in aid of the over 55 club. Donations of cakes can be left in the Chapter House before Mass. Please support the cause by coming along and purchasing cakes.
The club meets every Monday, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and anybody who would like to join can come along. It is a great social occasion.
Christmas programme
THE Christmas programme will get underway at Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, Tourmakeady, on Friday, December 10, with the Bumble Bee on stage.
Tourmakeady county winners’ jerseys will be on sale, either home of away, for €50. They will make ideal Christmas presents. Telephone (094) 95 44080 for details.
Important gun club meetings
A VERY important meeting of the Tourmakeady gun club will be held in Tourmakeady hall, on Thursday, December 9, at 9.30 p.m. sharp. All members, including new members are asked to be in attendance.
Partry soccer club bonus number game winners
THE winner of the Partry soccer club bonus number game draw on December 4, was Tom Mannion. Winner on November 20, was Aine Keane, Ballinrobe.
Bord na nóg presentation evening
BORD no nóg victory presentation evening will take place on December 11, at 7.30 p.m. in Tourmakeady hall. Medals will be presented to Tourmakeady’s victorious Under 14, Under 16 and minor teams. Guest of honour will be Cillian O’Connor, team captain and star player of Mayo minors 2010. The event must run on time because of the Oige na Gaeltachta disco which starts at 9 p.m. Players from the Underage teams will be given free passes into the disco.
Tourmakeady club merchandise
ANOTHER batch of hoodies is being ordered. The price for kids’ hoodies is €20 (ages eight to 13) and adult hoodies €32. The soft shell jacket is €40. Full details of how to order are at www.tuarmhiceadaigh.gaa.ie or contact the club secretary Michael Lang, at (086) 0525653.
Pampering afternoon
A PAMPERING afternoon will take place in Mary Moran’s cottage, on Sunday, December 12. Treatments include massage, reflexology, Indian head massage, Bio Energy, podiatry, angel reading, nails, hair, mulled wine, home cooked food, entertainment, stalls, crafts, Christmas cards, wood turning, jams, skin products, jewellery, fair trade products and organic vegetables. One hundred per cent of the funds raised go directly to APA supporting African children orphaned through AIDS. The cost of the afternoon is €30. Pre-booking is essential. Phone Maura, at (087) 6815441.
Village Inn
THE Village Inn restaurant is open on Wednesday and Thursday, from 2 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. and Friday, from 2 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. and on Saturday, from 2 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. and on Sunday, from 12 noon until 6 p.m. The restaurant is closed on Monday and Tuesday. Telephone (094) 9543249 or check their website www.thevillageinnpub.com.
Thank you A generous thank you for provision of some of the above items to Michael John Casey and the Connaught Telegraph Ltd., Printers, Publishers, Stationers since 1828. Cavendish Lane, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland. t: +353 94 9021711, f: +353 94 9024007. Why not check out our full version e-edition and try a copy for free via the web @ www.con-telegraph.ie
Week ending 5th December 2010 www.tourmakeady.com
Apologies
Coiste Cultúr Teanga agus Forbartha Thuar Mhic Éadaigh apologise for the cancellations that have taken place over the last few days and that have affected such meetings as the Over 60’s, Knitting Club, Óige na Gaeltachta, etc the cancellations have taken place due to the weather conditions, available support, and health and safety. If you have access to the internet we will in future post information on Facebook as well as other ways of communication. You can access face book by visiting our website www.tourmakeady.com and click on page - Contact us.
Santa is coming to Tourmakeady – change of date
Santa will be in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on December 12, from approximately 1.00pm onwards. Santa needed more time to prepare for Christmas. Many of his helpers were unable to help with the organisation of the event due to the recent weather conditions. If you are able to help or would like to take a table for produce or products you are very welcome. Any support you can give or cakes, etc on the day would be much appreciated. The hall will be open from 11.00am onwards if you wish to donate any items. Further information 087 7443531.
Active Walking Clinic
A programme for those interested in the benefits of walking and how to get the most out of this popular pastime takes place on Wednesdays 8.30pm – 9.30pm in Tourmakeady Hall. Fully trained instructor. Supported by Mayo County Council. All welcome.
Major raffle tickets on sale
TICKETS are on sale now for a major raffle which will now take place on Sunday, December 12, in Tourmakeady hall. All proceeds go to the hall renovations. The top prize is €1,000, €500 and €300. The sellers of the winning tickets receive €100, €50 and €50 respectively. Tickets are on sale throughout the parish.
Over 60’s Club
The over 60’s Club meet in the Tourmakeady hall on Thursday afternoons. All welcome.
Over 60’s Christmas Party
The Over 60’s Christmas Party will take place in Paddy’s on Thursday December 16, starting from 2.00pm. Cost 25 euro per head. All welcome .
Weekly service to Castlebar
TAKE the hassle out of driving into town. There is a bus every Friday leaving O’Toole’s at 10.30 a.m. Free passes are accepted. It is open to all. Other collection points are available. It returns at approximately 3 p.m.
Knitting Club
The Knitting Club is held on Monday evenings in Tourmakeady Hall from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. All are very welcome.
Parent and Toddler Group - Nead na n-og Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
MEET Tuesdays 10.30am to 12.15pm. All welcome
Citizen’s advice
A CITIZENS information officer will be at Tourmakeady Hall, on Wednesday, December 15, from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Óige na Gaeltachta Junior Youth Club.
Tuesday 8 years – 13 years from 6.00pm to 8.00pm.
Óige na Gaeltachta Senior Youth Club.
Monday from 13 years upwards 8.00pm – 10.00pm
Bonus number draw
THE latest winners in the Tourmakeady Hall weekly bonus number draw are Therese and Sean Joyce, Upper Churchfield. Also Peggy and Padraig Conway, Drimcoggy. Both families receive €100 each for having number 16. Next draw on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
Welfare officer
A SOCIAL welfare officer will be in attendance every Wednesday between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the Medical Centre, Tourmakeady.
Flower arranging demonstration
A FLOWER arranging demonstration by T. J. Quinn, Petals and Buds, Ballinrobe, will take place in Tourmakeady Hall on Thursday, December 16 at 8.00pm.
All arrangements will be raffled on the night. Refreshments will follow. All are welcome.
Boxing tournament
TOURMAKEADY Hall was packed on Friday night November 26, for a boxing tournament by St. Anne’s Boxing Club, Westport, when they took on a Connaught selection. A total of eleven contests took place with St. Anne’s winning out 9-2.
Among the winners were the Staunton brothers, Stephen, Cathal and Ciaran, also James Daly of Partry. A great night was had by all. Thank you to everyone that came and supported this event.
Ladies football dinner dance
TOURMAKEADY ladies footballers recently crowned Mayo 2010 junior champions are having their dinner dance in Paddy’s, Tourmakeady, on Saturday, December 4. Tickets (€25) are now on sale at O’Toole’s, Tourmakeady. Numbers are limited so buy now and avoid that disappointment. Booking at (094) 9544005.
Colaiste Muire, Tuar Mhic Eadaigh
A SOCIAL and innovation evening will be held in Colaiste Muire, Tourmakeady, on Wednesday, December 15, at 7.30 p.m.
Business and service providers are invited along to promote their enterprise by displaying their wares and meeting potential customers at what will be a unique and atmospheric event.
Entertainment and refreshments will be provided and the evening will feature a frugal fashion show highlighting how looking good for the festive season needn’t cost a fortune.
If you are interested in taking part in this special event, contact (094) 9544107 – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for more details.
Partry bingo
PARTRY bingo continues every Monday night at 8.45 p.m. in the Community Centre with lots of jackpots, raffles and the Christmas cheer is now in the bingo night out. All are welcome for the turkeys, hams, cakes.
Mass readers
EDDIE Gibbons will read at the 8 p.m. Saturday night Mass at St. Mary’s Church, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Kathleen Staunton and Carmel Garvey. Tomas O hEannachan will read at the 11.30 a.m. Sunday Mass. Eucharistic ministers are Martin O’Neill and Patricia Heneghan.
Church Care week: Rose, Mary and Noreen.
Race night
RACE night in the Lough Inn on December 4 in aid of Partry Athletic development which funds the underage structure and facilities. Ciaran Kelly, Sligo Rovers goalkeeper here from the 2010 FAI cup final, will be in attendance.
The club awards for players from 16 to junior will be handed out on the night. A great night is promised so come early and avoid the rush. The club has a signed Sligo Rovers and a Ireland jersey for auction. Contact any club member to make a bid or put a reserve on either of them.
Gun club annual general meeting
THE annual general meeting of Tourmakeady Gun Club will be held in O’Toole’s, Tourmakeady, on this Thursday night, December 2, at 9 p.m. sharp. All members and new members should attend.
Óiche fiontair
BEIDH óiche fiontair agus soisialta ar síul i gColáiste Muire Tuar Mhic Éadaigh ar an 15ú lá de mhí Noílag ar a 7.30in.
Tá cuireadh spelstálta roimh lucht gnó teacht chun a dtairgi a thaispéaint do cheannaithe agus d chustaméiri ar an óiche seo.
Beidh seo faisin arsiúl, eagraithe ag daltaí na h-Idirbhliana sa Choláista, ag léiriú nach gá an t ug airgead a chaitheamh chun a bheith faiseanta an séasúr seo.
Tá óiche mhór cheoil spraoi agus craic geaaita do chách.
Gach eólas ó (094) 9544107 (idir9am – 3in).
Lovely wedding
ST. Mary’s Church, Tourmakeady, on Saturday, November 27, was the pleasant setting for the joining in holy matrimony of Miss Niamh Heneghan, daughter of Tom and Patricia Heneghan, Churchfield, Tourmakeady, with Mr. David Hughes, son of Brendan and Mary Hughes, Carnacon, Claremorris. The beautiful ceremony was performed by Fr. John Kenny, P.P. Matrimony hymns were played and sun by Anna with sisters Fiona and Maire Caithlin Casey.
The bride who travelled via Rolls Royce was handed over by her father, Tom, was attended by Linda Joyce as chief bridmaid and bridesmaids were Ruth Heneghan and Olivia Hughes. Best man was Fintan Hughes, groomsmen were Darren Hughes and Niall Hughes. Pageboy was John Boyle Heneghan. Readers were Doloras Murphy and Mary O’Sullivan.
Communion reflection was given by Philomena Heneghan. Following the official duties at snow covered Tourmakeady 400 plus guests enjoyed a reception at the Castlecourt Hotel, Westport. The communities of Carnacon and Tourmakeady join hands in wishing the popular couple, Niamh and David long life and happiness together as Mr. and Mrs. Hughes.
Message from Africa
A NOTE from Aine Stanton in Africa: Hello everyone. The building work was a great success and the other builders left last week. We started teaching on Monday and I am really enjoying it so far. The school is very under-equipped.
Many of the students are lacking paper and pens even and no school books are to be seen (our books are arriving in January, so that will be a huge boost to the school).The only things in the class room are poor blackboards and desks and chairs! However, they are very eager to learn and this makes life so much easier for me. Thanks for your support.
Pampering in Cottage
PAMPERING afternoon in Mary Moran's Cottage on Sunday, December 12. Treatments to include massage, reflexology, Indian head, bio energy, podiatry and angel reading. Nails and hair; mulled wine and home cooked food; entertainment; stalls with local craft including Christmas cards, wood turning, jams, skin products, jewellery, Fair Trade products and organic vegetables. One hundred percent of funds raised go directly to APA supporting African children orphaned through Aids. Cost of afternoon €30. Pre booking essential. Phone Maura (087) 6815441.
Information evening
AN information evening on alcohol and drugs misuse problem will be held on this (Tuesday) evening, at 8.30 p.m. in Partry Community Centre. All teachers, parents, children are invited to attend.
Cake sale in Chapter House
BALLINTUBBER Over 50s club are having a fundraising cake sale on Sunday, December 12, in the Chapter House, at Ballintubber Abbey, after 11.30 a.m. Mass. People wishing to donate cakes can do so by leaving them in the Sacristy on the Saturday.
Partry Residence bonus number
WINNER of November 27 Partry Residence bonus number drawn was Josie O’Malley, Kilfaul.
IFA general meeting
THE annual general meeting of the IFA will take place in Tourmakeady Hall on this Tuesday night, November 30 at 8.30 p.m. sharp. Guests include Martin Gavin, county chairman, also Tom Byrne, F.B.D., who will discuss all types of farm insurance.
GAA lotto
THERE was no outright winner of the Tourmakady GAA local lotto held on November 27. Numbers chosen were 10, 11, 20 and 30. Consolation prizes to Padraig Philbin, Gortmore, Fr. Des Grogan, Partry, Tommy Heneghan, Churchfield, Tom Staunton, Shanvallyard and Bridie Lally, Tourmakeady. Tickets at €2 or 3 for €5 are on sale throughout the parish.
Coiste Cultúr Teanga agus Forbartha Thuar Mhic Éadaigh apologise for the cancellations that have taken place over the last few days and that have affected such meetings as the Over 60’s, Knitting Club, Óige na Gaeltachta, etc the cancellations have taken place due to the weather conditions, available support, and health and safety. If you have access to the internet we will in future post information on Facebook as well as other ways of communication. You can access face book by visiting our website www.tourmakeady.com and click on page - Contact us.
Santa is coming to Tourmakeady – change of date
Santa will be in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on December 12, from approximately 1.00pm onwards. Santa needed more time to prepare for Christmas. Many of his helpers were unable to help with the organisation of the event due to the recent weather conditions. If you are able to help or would like to take a table for produce or products you are very welcome. Any support you can give or cakes, etc on the day would be much appreciated. The hall will be open from 11.00am onwards if you wish to donate any items. Further information 087 7443531.
Active Walking Clinic
A programme for those interested in the benefits of walking and how to get the most out of this popular pastime takes place on Wednesdays 8.30pm – 9.30pm in Tourmakeady Hall. Fully trained instructor. Supported by Mayo County Council. All welcome.
Major raffle tickets on sale
TICKETS are on sale now for a major raffle which will now take place on Sunday, December 12, in Tourmakeady hall. All proceeds go to the hall renovations. The top prize is €1,000, €500 and €300. The sellers of the winning tickets receive €100, €50 and €50 respectively. Tickets are on sale throughout the parish.
Over 60’s Club
The over 60’s Club meet in the Tourmakeady hall on Thursday afternoons. All welcome.
Over 60’s Christmas Party
The Over 60’s Christmas Party will take place in Paddy’s on Thursday December 16, starting from 2.00pm. Cost 25 euro per head. All welcome .
Weekly service to Castlebar
TAKE the hassle out of driving into town. There is a bus every Friday leaving O’Toole’s at 10.30 a.m. Free passes are accepted. It is open to all. Other collection points are available. It returns at approximately 3 p.m.
Knitting Club
The Knitting Club is held on Monday evenings in Tourmakeady Hall from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. All are very welcome.
Parent and Toddler Group - Nead na n-og Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
MEET Tuesdays 10.30am to 12.15pm. All welcome
Citizen’s advice
A CITIZENS information officer will be at Tourmakeady Hall, on Wednesday, December 15, from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Óige na Gaeltachta Junior Youth Club.
Tuesday 8 years – 13 years from 6.00pm to 8.00pm.
Óige na Gaeltachta Senior Youth Club.
Monday from 13 years upwards 8.00pm – 10.00pm
Bonus number draw
THE latest winners in the Tourmakeady Hall weekly bonus number draw are Therese and Sean Joyce, Upper Churchfield. Also Peggy and Padraig Conway, Drimcoggy. Both families receive €100 each for having number 16. Next draw on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
Welfare officer
A SOCIAL welfare officer will be in attendance every Wednesday between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the Medical Centre, Tourmakeady.
Flower arranging demonstration
A FLOWER arranging demonstration by T. J. Quinn, Petals and Buds, Ballinrobe, will take place in Tourmakeady Hall on Thursday, December 16 at 8.00pm.
All arrangements will be raffled on the night. Refreshments will follow. All are welcome.
Boxing tournament
TOURMAKEADY Hall was packed on Friday night November 26, for a boxing tournament by St. Anne’s Boxing Club, Westport, when they took on a Connaught selection. A total of eleven contests took place with St. Anne’s winning out 9-2.
Among the winners were the Staunton brothers, Stephen, Cathal and Ciaran, also James Daly of Partry. A great night was had by all. Thank you to everyone that came and supported this event.
Ladies football dinner dance
TOURMAKEADY ladies footballers recently crowned Mayo 2010 junior champions are having their dinner dance in Paddy’s, Tourmakeady, on Saturday, December 4. Tickets (€25) are now on sale at O’Toole’s, Tourmakeady. Numbers are limited so buy now and avoid that disappointment. Booking at (094) 9544005.
Colaiste Muire, Tuar Mhic Eadaigh
A SOCIAL and innovation evening will be held in Colaiste Muire, Tourmakeady, on Wednesday, December 15, at 7.30 p.m.
Business and service providers are invited along to promote their enterprise by displaying their wares and meeting potential customers at what will be a unique and atmospheric event.
Entertainment and refreshments will be provided and the evening will feature a frugal fashion show highlighting how looking good for the festive season needn’t cost a fortune.
If you are interested in taking part in this special event, contact (094) 9544107 – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for more details.
Partry bingo
PARTRY bingo continues every Monday night at 8.45 p.m. in the Community Centre with lots of jackpots, raffles and the Christmas cheer is now in the bingo night out. All are welcome for the turkeys, hams, cakes.
Mass readers
EDDIE Gibbons will read at the 8 p.m. Saturday night Mass at St. Mary’s Church, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Kathleen Staunton and Carmel Garvey. Tomas O hEannachan will read at the 11.30 a.m. Sunday Mass. Eucharistic ministers are Martin O’Neill and Patricia Heneghan.
Church Care week: Rose, Mary and Noreen.
Race night
RACE night in the Lough Inn on December 4 in aid of Partry Athletic development which funds the underage structure and facilities. Ciaran Kelly, Sligo Rovers goalkeeper here from the 2010 FAI cup final, will be in attendance.
The club awards for players from 16 to junior will be handed out on the night. A great night is promised so come early and avoid the rush. The club has a signed Sligo Rovers and a Ireland jersey for auction. Contact any club member to make a bid or put a reserve on either of them.
Gun club annual general meeting
THE annual general meeting of Tourmakeady Gun Club will be held in O’Toole’s, Tourmakeady, on this Thursday night, December 2, at 9 p.m. sharp. All members and new members should attend.
Óiche fiontair
BEIDH óiche fiontair agus soisialta ar síul i gColáiste Muire Tuar Mhic Éadaigh ar an 15ú lá de mhí Noílag ar a 7.30in.
Tá cuireadh spelstálta roimh lucht gnó teacht chun a dtairgi a thaispéaint do cheannaithe agus d chustaméiri ar an óiche seo.
Beidh seo faisin arsiúl, eagraithe ag daltaí na h-Idirbhliana sa Choláista, ag léiriú nach gá an t ug airgead a chaitheamh chun a bheith faiseanta an séasúr seo.
Tá óiche mhór cheoil spraoi agus craic geaaita do chách.
Gach eólas ó (094) 9544107 (idir9am – 3in).
Lovely wedding
ST. Mary’s Church, Tourmakeady, on Saturday, November 27, was the pleasant setting for the joining in holy matrimony of Miss Niamh Heneghan, daughter of Tom and Patricia Heneghan, Churchfield, Tourmakeady, with Mr. David Hughes, son of Brendan and Mary Hughes, Carnacon, Claremorris. The beautiful ceremony was performed by Fr. John Kenny, P.P. Matrimony hymns were played and sun by Anna with sisters Fiona and Maire Caithlin Casey.
The bride who travelled via Rolls Royce was handed over by her father, Tom, was attended by Linda Joyce as chief bridmaid and bridesmaids were Ruth Heneghan and Olivia Hughes. Best man was Fintan Hughes, groomsmen were Darren Hughes and Niall Hughes. Pageboy was John Boyle Heneghan. Readers were Doloras Murphy and Mary O’Sullivan.
Communion reflection was given by Philomena Heneghan. Following the official duties at snow covered Tourmakeady 400 plus guests enjoyed a reception at the Castlecourt Hotel, Westport. The communities of Carnacon and Tourmakeady join hands in wishing the popular couple, Niamh and David long life and happiness together as Mr. and Mrs. Hughes.
Message from Africa
A NOTE from Aine Stanton in Africa: Hello everyone. The building work was a great success and the other builders left last week. We started teaching on Monday and I am really enjoying it so far. The school is very under-equipped.
Many of the students are lacking paper and pens even and no school books are to be seen (our books are arriving in January, so that will be a huge boost to the school).The only things in the class room are poor blackboards and desks and chairs! However, they are very eager to learn and this makes life so much easier for me. Thanks for your support.
Pampering in Cottage
PAMPERING afternoon in Mary Moran's Cottage on Sunday, December 12. Treatments to include massage, reflexology, Indian head, bio energy, podiatry and angel reading. Nails and hair; mulled wine and home cooked food; entertainment; stalls with local craft including Christmas cards, wood turning, jams, skin products, jewellery, Fair Trade products and organic vegetables. One hundred percent of funds raised go directly to APA supporting African children orphaned through Aids. Cost of afternoon €30. Pre booking essential. Phone Maura (087) 6815441.
Information evening
AN information evening on alcohol and drugs misuse problem will be held on this (Tuesday) evening, at 8.30 p.m. in Partry Community Centre. All teachers, parents, children are invited to attend.
Cake sale in Chapter House
BALLINTUBBER Over 50s club are having a fundraising cake sale on Sunday, December 12, in the Chapter House, at Ballintubber Abbey, after 11.30 a.m. Mass. People wishing to donate cakes can do so by leaving them in the Sacristy on the Saturday.
Partry Residence bonus number
WINNER of November 27 Partry Residence bonus number drawn was Josie O’Malley, Kilfaul.
IFA general meeting
THE annual general meeting of the IFA will take place in Tourmakeady Hall on this Tuesday night, November 30 at 8.30 p.m. sharp. Guests include Martin Gavin, county chairman, also Tom Byrne, F.B.D., who will discuss all types of farm insurance.
GAA lotto
THERE was no outright winner of the Tourmakady GAA local lotto held on November 27. Numbers chosen were 10, 11, 20 and 30. Consolation prizes to Padraig Philbin, Gortmore, Fr. Des Grogan, Partry, Tommy Heneghan, Churchfield, Tom Staunton, Shanvallyard and Bridie Lally, Tourmakeady. Tickets at €2 or 3 for €5 are on sale throughout the parish.