Week ending 27th June 2010 www.tourmakeady.com
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Chlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Please see information on the summer camps which are open to all in age groups 6 – 13 years.
Mid-summer table quiz
PARTRY soccer club is holding a mid-summer table quiz, at The Lough Inn, Partry, on Wednesday, June 23. There will be lots of great prizes and surprises.
Further details of this fundraiser are available from Barry Bourke, Kenneth O’Malley or Michael Cronin.
MidWest Radio bingo books
THE MidWest Radio bingo books are now available from Corrigans, Costcutter shop, Ballintubber. Every book purchased assists the West of Ireland Alzheimers group. Books can also be obtained from (087) 6883624.
Under 14 footballers match
TOURMAKEADY Under 14 footballers play St. Gerard’s in the semi-final, of the league, on Sunday, June 27, at 12 noon, in Ballinrobe. All parents are asked to support these young footballers.
Partry Under 14 soccer team, who are enjoying a great year, are at home on Wednesday, June 23, in their last home game of the season. A Partry win would win the league. Support is requested for the team at 7 p.m.
The Coasters Band on stage
ON stage at Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, Tourmakeady, on Friday, June 25, are The Coasters Band.
Music continues every Friday night for July and August. Also from Sunday, June 27, there will be top-class music in the bar every week.
There is a special Sunday lunch, from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dial a menu, at (094) 9544080.
At the big farewell function on Thursday, July 8, on stage will be Ceann Golam.
Tour of the best of the west
OLDER people, carers and people living alone or living in isolated areas, are welcome to join the tour of the best of the west, on Tuesday, July 6, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Transport will be arranged from central locations. Contact Tacú, at (094) 9542908 for further information.
First communion
CONGRATULATIONS to the boys and girls of S.N. Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, who received their first communion, on May 30, in a beautiful ceremony performed by Fr. Padraig Standún c.c. Tourmakeady. They were Kate Ní Luideain; Sorcha Ní Eana cháin; Maeve Ní Stondúin; Lauren Ní Chiaráin; Therese Nic Aodha; Caitlin Seoighe; Sean O’Maoluaidh; Liam O hUigín and Jason O’Droighnéan. Well done to their teacher Nina Bn Ui Luideáin and all the teachers, parents and the organist for a memorable day.
Arts and craft summer camp
THE Tourmakeady arts and crafts summer camp is now being run from Monday, June 28, to Friday, July 1, between 10.30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Contact Cathy, at (087) 9481196 for bookings.
Knitting circle
THE knitting circle meets for the last session on Monday at 7.30 p.m. in the hall. Then see you all again in September.
Bereavements
SYMPATHY is extended to Mary and Willie Collins, Derryveeney, Tourmakeady, on the death in England, of Willie’s brother, Mr. Michael Collins, who was a native, of Glenamaddy, Co. Galway. The late Michael was uncle to Anna and Jimmy Collins, Derryveeney, Tourmakeady.
The death has taken place in Galway, of Mrs. Sile B Uí Conghaile, in her early 90s. She was mother of Sean O’Conghaile, Ballybannon, Tourmakeady and formerly of Coliasti Muire Tuar Mhic Eadaigh.
Burial took place on Monday, after 12 noon Mass, in Galway. Sile was mother-in-law, of Ann, Tourmakeady and grandmother to Colm, Eoin and Triona.
All-Ireland hurling semi-final
CONGRATULATIONS to brothers Sam and Jack Forde and also David Harrington, Partry, prominent members of the Tourmakeady Underage board, who played football, at Under 12 and Under 14.
The boys got to an All-Ireland semi-final in hurling, playing for Moytura, in the All-Ireland hurling Féile, held in Ennis, Co. Clare.
David is son of Maureen and Dennis Harrington. Jack and Sam are sons of Padraig and Angela Forde. They will all feature in Party, on June 23 and Ballinrobe, on Sunday, June 27.
Senior footballers success
TOURMAKEADY senior footballers defeated Ballyhaunis, on Sunday, by 1-0 to 0-8 in the Walsh league.
Cemetery Mass
THE cemetery Mass in Tourmakeady, is at Churchfield cemetery, on Sunday, July 4, at 12.30 p.m. and at Tourmakeady church, on Sunday, July 11, at 11.30 a.m. The Masses will be celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún c.c. Tourmakeady and everyone is invited.
Cake sale
ON Sunday, June 27, after Mass in Monsignor Horan community centre, Partry, a fundraising event will take place for Aimée and Katie Munroe, who will be taking part in the 2010 Niall Mellon Township Trust building blitz in South Africa; where approximately four million people live in shacks.
Homemade cakes, buns, pies, pizza as well as miscellaneous items will be on sale. If you can’t attend but would like to bake or donate something, it would be much appreciated. For information telephone Mary, at (087) 2820623.
Irish Heart Foundation thanks
THE Irish Heart Foundation wish to thank everyone who donated a total of €323.03 at the recent church gate collection.
Tourmakeady hall bonus number game
WELL done to Michéal O’Broin, Cappaduff and Noel Rice, Cappaduff, who won the Tourmakeady hall bonus number game prize of €100, for having number 33. The next draw is on Saturday. If you still have outstanding fees for the lotto please get in touch with Sally Gibbons on 094 95 44082 or Kathleen Gibbons on 094 95 44187. As you know this money goes towards the hall renovation and we are very grateful for your support.
Partry Athletic team win
PARTY Athletic soccer team had a great 5-2 win over Kilmore, in the premier division league. This followed a super victory over super league team Swinford in the Gold Cup. The team had a 7-1 victory over Charlestown on Friday.
New baby boy
CONGRATULATIONS to Mary and Fergal Hanlon, Kildare and Srah, Tourmakeady, on the birth of their son John, last week. Baby John is a welcome brother for Catherine and grandson to Kathleen O’Malley, Srah.
Church rota
DEIRDRE Cavanagh will read at the Saturday, 8.30 p.m. Mass at St. Mary’s Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Brid Heneghan and Julia Lally. Tomas O’hEanachain, will read at the Sunday, 11.30 a.m. Mass. Eucharistic Ministers are Mary Sheridan and Martin O’Neill. Katie Clarke, Ann O’Toole and Ann-Marie Heneghan, are on church care week. Mass servers are asked to be in attendance for all Masses.
Farewell opportunity
THERE will be an opportunity to say farewell to Fr. Standún, who is leaving Tourmakeady, to take up a new ministry in Carna, in mid-July. The venue is Máire Lukes, on Thursday, July 8.
Campa Samhraidh Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Tá Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh agus Óige na Gaeltachta ag teacht le chéile chun Campaí Samhraidh a chur ar fáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh i rith an tsamhraidh. Beidh na campaí seo lán le fuinneamh, spraoi, spóirt agus craic. Beidh imeachtaí ar siúl ar nós – ceol, ealaíon, sacar, eitpheil, tóraíocht taisce agus turas lae! Cosúil leis an Chlub
Óige beidh na himeachtaí seo ar siúl trí Ghaeilge ach ní bheidh aon ranganna Gaeilge i gceist. Beidh gach baill ag fáil t-léine Óige na Gaeltachta. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Má theastaíonn tuilleadh eolais uait nó foirm iarratais, téigh I teagmháil leis Deirdre Cavanagh ag 09495 43991/87 7443531
The Tourmakeady Youth Club and Óige na Gaeltachta are coming together this summer to organise summer camps in Tourmakeady. These clubs will be full of energy, fun, sport and craic. Activities will include – music, art, soccer, volleyball, treasure hunt and a day trip! Just like the youth club all activities will be through Irish but there will be no Irish classes during the camps. All participants will be getting an Óige na Gaeltachta t-shirt Dates: Campa A: 19th-23rd July Campa B: 16th-20th August If you require further information or an application form, please contact
Deirdre Cavanagh on 09495 43991 or 087 7443531.
Partry residents bonus number game
THE winners of the Partry residents bonus number game are Tom Carney and Mattie Lally. Both boys receive €100 for having number 33. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open this week as follows Monday Closed Tuesday 10 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. However, please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling (094) 9544295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing well and as you can see the work is nearly completed.
Village Inn
THE Village Inn restaurant is open on Wednesday and Thursday, at 2 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. and on Friday, 2 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. and on Saturday, 2 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. and on Sunday, 12 noon until 6 p.m. The restaurant is closed on Monday and Tuesday. Telephone (094) 9543249 or check their website www.thevillageinnpub.com
Moorehall Woodland Walk
MOOREHALL woodland walk will be held on Saturday, June 26, commencing at 10.30 a.m. This is a free guided walk held in conjunction with Tochar Valley Rural Community Network. The meeting place is the carpark, at Moorehall, Carnacon, Claremorris, Co. Mayo. Further information is available from Brían, at (087) 9234504 or email:[email protected].
Guided walk as Gaeilge
DÉ Domhnaigh 27 Meitheamh Sunday, June 27 Siúlóid Treoraithe i gCeathrú Thaidhg. “The finest sustained coastal walk in western Ireland, with a profusion of precipitous cliffs, crags, caves, chasms and islands along the remote North Mayo coast.” - Lonely Planet Walking in Ireland. If you would like to practice your Irish while enjoy the great outdoors (even if you haven’t spoken a word of Irish since school)...seo do sheans.
Calling All Walkers:
IF any one is interested in ordering a pair of Leki Spin Nordic Poles as demonstrated at the recent walking session in Tourmakeady they can contact Nora in the hall at 094-9544295.
Seó Talmhaíochta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
AR siúl ar an Domhnach 25 Iúil 2010 ag tosnú ag 12 Méan Lae. Tuilleadh eolais ar suíomh idirlín ag www.tourmakeady.com
Annual Agricultural Show
THE annual show will take place Sunday July 252010. Next committee meeting Thursday July 1 2010 at 9.00pm in Tourmakeady Hall.
Book Launch in Tourmakeady
WE have pleasure in announcing the Book Launch in Tourmakeady Hall of Father Staunton’s new book ‘Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Stair agus Seanchas.’ It will take place on Sunday July 11 at 7.00pm in the hall. More details to follow shortly.
Welfare Officer
THE social welfare officer is in attendance at the medical centre, on Wednesdays, at 12 noon to 1 p.m.
Please see information on the summer camps which are open to all in age groups 6 – 13 years.
Mid-summer table quiz
PARTRY soccer club is holding a mid-summer table quiz, at The Lough Inn, Partry, on Wednesday, June 23. There will be lots of great prizes and surprises.
Further details of this fundraiser are available from Barry Bourke, Kenneth O’Malley or Michael Cronin.
MidWest Radio bingo books
THE MidWest Radio bingo books are now available from Corrigans, Costcutter shop, Ballintubber. Every book purchased assists the West of Ireland Alzheimers group. Books can also be obtained from (087) 6883624.
Under 14 footballers match
TOURMAKEADY Under 14 footballers play St. Gerard’s in the semi-final, of the league, on Sunday, June 27, at 12 noon, in Ballinrobe. All parents are asked to support these young footballers.
Partry Under 14 soccer team, who are enjoying a great year, are at home on Wednesday, June 23, in their last home game of the season. A Partry win would win the league. Support is requested for the team at 7 p.m.
The Coasters Band on stage
ON stage at Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, Tourmakeady, on Friday, June 25, are The Coasters Band.
Music continues every Friday night for July and August. Also from Sunday, June 27, there will be top-class music in the bar every week.
There is a special Sunday lunch, from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dial a menu, at (094) 9544080.
At the big farewell function on Thursday, July 8, on stage will be Ceann Golam.
Tour of the best of the west
OLDER people, carers and people living alone or living in isolated areas, are welcome to join the tour of the best of the west, on Tuesday, July 6, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Transport will be arranged from central locations. Contact Tacú, at (094) 9542908 for further information.
First communion
CONGRATULATIONS to the boys and girls of S.N. Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, who received their first communion, on May 30, in a beautiful ceremony performed by Fr. Padraig Standún c.c. Tourmakeady. They were Kate Ní Luideain; Sorcha Ní Eana cháin; Maeve Ní Stondúin; Lauren Ní Chiaráin; Therese Nic Aodha; Caitlin Seoighe; Sean O’Maoluaidh; Liam O hUigín and Jason O’Droighnéan. Well done to their teacher Nina Bn Ui Luideáin and all the teachers, parents and the organist for a memorable day.
Arts and craft summer camp
THE Tourmakeady arts and crafts summer camp is now being run from Monday, June 28, to Friday, July 1, between 10.30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Contact Cathy, at (087) 9481196 for bookings.
Knitting circle
THE knitting circle meets for the last session on Monday at 7.30 p.m. in the hall. Then see you all again in September.
Bereavements
SYMPATHY is extended to Mary and Willie Collins, Derryveeney, Tourmakeady, on the death in England, of Willie’s brother, Mr. Michael Collins, who was a native, of Glenamaddy, Co. Galway. The late Michael was uncle to Anna and Jimmy Collins, Derryveeney, Tourmakeady.
The death has taken place in Galway, of Mrs. Sile B Uí Conghaile, in her early 90s. She was mother of Sean O’Conghaile, Ballybannon, Tourmakeady and formerly of Coliasti Muire Tuar Mhic Eadaigh.
Burial took place on Monday, after 12 noon Mass, in Galway. Sile was mother-in-law, of Ann, Tourmakeady and grandmother to Colm, Eoin and Triona.
All-Ireland hurling semi-final
CONGRATULATIONS to brothers Sam and Jack Forde and also David Harrington, Partry, prominent members of the Tourmakeady Underage board, who played football, at Under 12 and Under 14.
The boys got to an All-Ireland semi-final in hurling, playing for Moytura, in the All-Ireland hurling Féile, held in Ennis, Co. Clare.
David is son of Maureen and Dennis Harrington. Jack and Sam are sons of Padraig and Angela Forde. They will all feature in Party, on June 23 and Ballinrobe, on Sunday, June 27.
Senior footballers success
TOURMAKEADY senior footballers defeated Ballyhaunis, on Sunday, by 1-0 to 0-8 in the Walsh league.
Cemetery Mass
THE cemetery Mass in Tourmakeady, is at Churchfield cemetery, on Sunday, July 4, at 12.30 p.m. and at Tourmakeady church, on Sunday, July 11, at 11.30 a.m. The Masses will be celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún c.c. Tourmakeady and everyone is invited.
Cake sale
ON Sunday, June 27, after Mass in Monsignor Horan community centre, Partry, a fundraising event will take place for Aimée and Katie Munroe, who will be taking part in the 2010 Niall Mellon Township Trust building blitz in South Africa; where approximately four million people live in shacks.
Homemade cakes, buns, pies, pizza as well as miscellaneous items will be on sale. If you can’t attend but would like to bake or donate something, it would be much appreciated. For information telephone Mary, at (087) 2820623.
Irish Heart Foundation thanks
THE Irish Heart Foundation wish to thank everyone who donated a total of €323.03 at the recent church gate collection.
Tourmakeady hall bonus number game
WELL done to Michéal O’Broin, Cappaduff and Noel Rice, Cappaduff, who won the Tourmakeady hall bonus number game prize of €100, for having number 33. The next draw is on Saturday. If you still have outstanding fees for the lotto please get in touch with Sally Gibbons on 094 95 44082 or Kathleen Gibbons on 094 95 44187. As you know this money goes towards the hall renovation and we are very grateful for your support.
Partry Athletic team win
PARTY Athletic soccer team had a great 5-2 win over Kilmore, in the premier division league. This followed a super victory over super league team Swinford in the Gold Cup. The team had a 7-1 victory over Charlestown on Friday.
New baby boy
CONGRATULATIONS to Mary and Fergal Hanlon, Kildare and Srah, Tourmakeady, on the birth of their son John, last week. Baby John is a welcome brother for Catherine and grandson to Kathleen O’Malley, Srah.
Church rota
DEIRDRE Cavanagh will read at the Saturday, 8.30 p.m. Mass at St. Mary’s Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Brid Heneghan and Julia Lally. Tomas O’hEanachain, will read at the Sunday, 11.30 a.m. Mass. Eucharistic Ministers are Mary Sheridan and Martin O’Neill. Katie Clarke, Ann O’Toole and Ann-Marie Heneghan, are on church care week. Mass servers are asked to be in attendance for all Masses.
Farewell opportunity
THERE will be an opportunity to say farewell to Fr. Standún, who is leaving Tourmakeady, to take up a new ministry in Carna, in mid-July. The venue is Máire Lukes, on Thursday, July 8.
Campa Samhraidh Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Tá Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh agus Óige na Gaeltachta ag teacht le chéile chun Campaí Samhraidh a chur ar fáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh i rith an tsamhraidh. Beidh na campaí seo lán le fuinneamh, spraoi, spóirt agus craic. Beidh imeachtaí ar siúl ar nós – ceol, ealaíon, sacar, eitpheil, tóraíocht taisce agus turas lae! Cosúil leis an Chlub
Óige beidh na himeachtaí seo ar siúl trí Ghaeilge ach ní bheidh aon ranganna Gaeilge i gceist. Beidh gach baill ag fáil t-léine Óige na Gaeltachta. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Má theastaíonn tuilleadh eolais uait nó foirm iarratais, téigh I teagmháil leis Deirdre Cavanagh ag 09495 43991/87 7443531
The Tourmakeady Youth Club and Óige na Gaeltachta are coming together this summer to organise summer camps in Tourmakeady. These clubs will be full of energy, fun, sport and craic. Activities will include – music, art, soccer, volleyball, treasure hunt and a day trip! Just like the youth club all activities will be through Irish but there will be no Irish classes during the camps. All participants will be getting an Óige na Gaeltachta t-shirt Dates: Campa A: 19th-23rd July Campa B: 16th-20th August If you require further information or an application form, please contact
Deirdre Cavanagh on 09495 43991 or 087 7443531.
Partry residents bonus number game
THE winners of the Partry residents bonus number game are Tom Carney and Mattie Lally. Both boys receive €100 for having number 33. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open this week as follows Monday Closed Tuesday 10 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. However, please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling (094) 9544295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing well and as you can see the work is nearly completed.
Village Inn
THE Village Inn restaurant is open on Wednesday and Thursday, at 2 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. and on Friday, 2 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. and on Saturday, 2 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. and on Sunday, 12 noon until 6 p.m. The restaurant is closed on Monday and Tuesday. Telephone (094) 9543249 or check their website www.thevillageinnpub.com
Moorehall Woodland Walk
MOOREHALL woodland walk will be held on Saturday, June 26, commencing at 10.30 a.m. This is a free guided walk held in conjunction with Tochar Valley Rural Community Network. The meeting place is the carpark, at Moorehall, Carnacon, Claremorris, Co. Mayo. Further information is available from Brían, at (087) 9234504 or email:[email protected].
Guided walk as Gaeilge
DÉ Domhnaigh 27 Meitheamh Sunday, June 27 Siúlóid Treoraithe i gCeathrú Thaidhg. “The finest sustained coastal walk in western Ireland, with a profusion of precipitous cliffs, crags, caves, chasms and islands along the remote North Mayo coast.” - Lonely Planet Walking in Ireland. If you would like to practice your Irish while enjoy the great outdoors (even if you haven’t spoken a word of Irish since school)...seo do sheans.
Calling All Walkers:
IF any one is interested in ordering a pair of Leki Spin Nordic Poles as demonstrated at the recent walking session in Tourmakeady they can contact Nora in the hall at 094-9544295.
Seó Talmhaíochta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
AR siúl ar an Domhnach 25 Iúil 2010 ag tosnú ag 12 Méan Lae. Tuilleadh eolais ar suíomh idirlín ag www.tourmakeady.com
Annual Agricultural Show
THE annual show will take place Sunday July 252010. Next committee meeting Thursday July 1 2010 at 9.00pm in Tourmakeady Hall.
Book Launch in Tourmakeady
WE have pleasure in announcing the Book Launch in Tourmakeady Hall of Father Staunton’s new book ‘Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Stair agus Seanchas.’ It will take place on Sunday July 11 at 7.00pm in the hall. More details to follow shortly.
Welfare Officer
THE social welfare officer is in attendance at the medical centre, on Wednesdays, at 12 noon to 1 p.m.
Week ending 20th June 2010
Annual Agricultural Show
THE annual show will take place Sunday July 252010. Next committee meeting Thursday June 24 2010 at 9.00pm in Tourmakeady Hall.
Knitting Circle
KNITTING circle meets Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on Mondays evenings at 7.30 pm.
Nead na n-óg Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Parent & Toddler Group)
LAST meeting for this term 10.30am to 12.15pm next Tuesday.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open this week as follows Monday 12.30pm to 4.30pm Tuesday 10.00am to 2.30pm Wednesday and Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm. Friday 1.00pm. to 5.00pm However, please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling 094 95 44295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing well and as you can see the works are nearly completed.
Take this opportunity to attend the FitWalk Demonstration - Club Siúlóide Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Walking club) – Mayo in Motion
A Fitwalking clinic will be held in Tourmakeady Community Centre on Wednesday June 23 at 7.00pm. The FitWalk Demonstration will teach participants how to optimise every ounce of fitness from walking. In particular the clinic will; identify how to optimise aerobic fitness and fat burning benefits; demonstrate how to incorporate flexibility and strength into a walking programme; demonstrate and show how gadgets such as Step Counters, Heart Rate Monitors, and Walking Poles can be used to best effect; teach the key techniques of StrideWalking, PowerWalking and NordicWalking.
Seirbhísí Eolais Don Phobal
Ionad Fiontair, Rosmuc. 091-574353 Beidh Maireád Uí Dhomhnaill, Oifigeach Eolais Meitheal Forbartha na Gaeltachta., ag cur Seirbhís Eolas Pobail ar fáil sa halla í dTuar Mhic Éadaigh, Dé Céadaoin, 21 Iúil 2010, ón 10.30r.n go dtí 12.30 i.n Má tá eolas uait i dtaobh cearta agus teideal i leith cearta Leasa Shóisialaigh nó íocaíochtaí éagsúla nó deontais, buail isteach ag na h-amanna thuas.
Citizen’s advice
A CITIZENS information officer will be in attendance at the hall, on Wednesday, July 21, from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. with information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Father Staunton
THERE will an opportunity to say farewell to Father who is leaving Tourmakeady to take up a new ministry in Cárna in mid July. The venue is Marie Luke’s on Thursday July 8 2010 - so make sure you have this date in your diary. Thank you to everyone for your support.
Book Launch in Tourmakeady
WE have pleasure in announcing the imminent Book Launch in Tourmakeady Hall of Father Staunton’s new book ‘Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Stair agus Seanchas.’ More details to follow shortly.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh bonus number
WELL done to Tomas and Brid Heneghan, Tawnagh, and Patricia and Tommy Heneghan, Churchfield, on winning the June 12, bonus number game. They both win €100 for having number 14. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m. If you still have outstanding fees for the lotto please get in touch with Sally Gibbons on 094 95 44082 or Kathleen Gibbons on 094 95 44187. As you know this money goes towards the hall renovation and we are very grateful for your support.
Village Inn
THE Village Inn Restaurant is open Wednesday, Thursday 2.00pm - 7.30pm Friday 2.00 – 8.30p, Saturday 2.00 – 9.30pm Sunday 12 noon till 6.00pm, Restaurant closed Monday and Tuesday. Telephone 094 95 43249 or check their website www.thevillageinnpub.com
Campa Samhraidh Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Tá Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh agus Óige na Gaeltachta ag teacht le chéile chun Campaí Samhraidh a chur ar fáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh i rith an tsamhraidh. Beidh na campaí seo lán le fuinneamh, spraoi, spóirt agus craic. Beidh imeachtaí ar siúl ar nós – ceol, ealaíon, sacar, eitpheil, tóraíocht taisce agus turas lae! Cosúil leis an Chlub Óige beidh na himeachtaí seo ar siúl trí Ghaeilge ach ní bheidh aon ranganna Gaeilge i gceist. Beidh gach baill ag fáil t-léine Óige na Gaeltachta. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Má theastaíonn tuilleadh eolais uait nó foirm iarratais, téigh i teagmháil leis Deirdre Cavanagh ag 09495 43991
The Tourmakeady Youth Club and Óige na Gaeltachta are coming together this summer to organise summer camps in Tourmakeady. These clubs will be full of energy, fun, sport and craic. Activities will include – music, art, soccer, volleyball, treasure hunt and a day trip! Just like the youth club all activities will be through Irish but there will be no Irish classes during the camps. All participants will be getting an Óige na Gaeltachta t-shirt.
Dates: Campa A: 19th-23rd July Campa B: 16th-20th August If you require further information or an application form, please contact Deirdre Cavanagh on 09495 43991. Tá an Champa seo á rith le cabhair ó Scéim na gCampaí Samhraidh de chuid An Roinn Gnóthaí Pobail, Tuaithe agus Gaeltachta.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Chlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Please see information on the summer camps which are open to all in age groups 6 – 13 years.
Farewell to Tom Lydon
LARGE crowds travelled to Tourmakeady last weekend, to bid farewell to one of its better known parishioners and sportsmen Tom Lydon, Treenláir, Tourmakeady, in his 65th year.
He was a great family man and had a keen interest in all sports but GAA was his number one. He wore the first number one when his beloved Tourmakeady was formed in 1965.
Tom was also well-known throughout Mayo, being a staff member of Senator Windows, Castlebar, until his illness.
He reposed at his home on Friday and Saturday and endless crowds attended from throughout Ireland, as well as England and the USA.
On Sunday, his remains were removed to St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady, for 11.30 a.m. Mass, celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún cc Tourmakeady. Burial took place in the adjoining cemetery.
Tom is survived by his loving wife Breda, sons Anthony and Niall, brother John, sisters Maureen and Kate, both Ballinrobe. Also nieces, nephews and extended family, to whom sympathy is extended.
A guard of honour was formed by Tourmakeady GAA players past and present. Also staff of M. P. Pumps, Kilitiane, where Breda worked until recent years. May his soul rest in peace.
Moorehall Woodland Walk
WILL be held on Saturday 26 June 2010 commencing at 10. 30 a.m. This is a free guided walk held in conjunction with "Tochar Valley Rural Community Network." Meeting place Carpark at Moorehall, Carnacon, Claremorris, Co. Mayo. Further information fron Brían at 087 9234504 or email:[email protected]
Thanks
ANNE, Patrick, Bernard and Mike Mitchell, Birmingham, would like to thank everyone who sent cards and messages of sympathy regarding the death of their mother Mary Mitchell (nee McGing), of Derrendafderg.
Warmer homes scheme
CLAR ICH is inviting applications from persons over 65 or in receipt of fuel allowance, who are interested in having their homes insulated under the warmer homes scheme, to apply to (093) 73455 or (093) 62088. The scheme involves cavity wall insulation, attic insulation, draught proofing of windows and doors, fitting a hot water lagging jacket, installing two energy efficient light bulbs and providing energy advice.
Ceann Golan band on stage
ON stage at Máire Lukes bar and restaurant on Friday, June 18, are the brilliant Ceann Golan band, with a great programme for young and old.
The Sunday traditional music and song session will get underway, at 8 p.m. All musicians are welcome. The restaurant is open every Sunday, from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Telephone (094) 95 44080 to book.
Annual cemetery Mass
THE annual cemetery Mass will take place on Sunday, July 11, at Tourmakeady church, at 11.30 a.m. The Churchfield cemetery Mass will be held at 12.30p.m.on Sunday, July 4. Céad Mile Failte Roimh gach Duine.
Partry residents bonus number game
THE latest winners in the Partry residents bonus number game on June 12, were John Byrne and Colm O’Neill. They both receive €100 each for having number 14.
Church rota
NOREEN Maloney will read at the Saturday Mass, at 8.30 p.m. in St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Christin Uí Ghiobún and Michael John Casey. John Power will read at the 11.30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, with Eucharistic Ministers Martin O’Neill and Patricia Heneghan. Mary Moran and Mary Conroy, are on church care week.
Easy victory for footballers
TOURMAKEADY intermediate footballers had an easy victory in round one of the championship. They defeated Crossmolina on a score of Tourmakeady 4-11 to 0-10. Top scorer was Kevin Dolan, on 3-1 and Joe Heneghan 1-0. They are away to both Hollymount and Cill Comainn in the next two rounds.
New baby boy
CONGRATULATIONS to Tim and Ann Foley, Derrymore, Partry, on the birth of their baby boy, at Mayo General Hospital, Castlebar. A brother for twins Padraig and Tadhg and grandson for Paddy Horan, Derrymore.
Well done to ladies
CONGRATULATIONS to Jackie Heneghan, Rosaleen Molloy, Ann-Marie Heneghan and Moira Gibbons, who completed the ladies Dublin City mini-marathon, on June 7, in aid of Tourmakeady/Partry swimming club. Please return all sponsorship forms to Jackie Heneghan, Siobhan Flynn or Sarah Jane Mulroe.
Beidh camps samhraidh
AR siúl dTuar Mhic Eadaigh ó 5ú go 9ú Iúil. All participants will receive a sports bag and supporters’ flag. There is also a chance to win a signed Mayo jersey. Further information is available from Frank Carr, at (087) 7922752.
Guided Walk as Gaeilge
DÉ Domhnaigh 27 Meitheamh Sunday 27 June Siúlóid Treoraithe i gCeathrú Thaidhg "The finest sustained coastal walk in western Ireland, with a profusion of precipitous cliffs, crags, caves, chasms and islands along the remote North Mayo coast." - Lonely Planet Walking in Ireland If you would like to practice your Irish while enjoy the great outdoors (even if you haven't spoken a word of Irish since school)...seo do sheans!
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
THE annual show will take place Sunday July 252010. Next committee meeting Thursday June 24 2010 at 9.00pm in Tourmakeady Hall.
Knitting Circle
KNITTING circle meets Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on Mondays evenings at 7.30 pm.
Nead na n-óg Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Parent & Toddler Group)
LAST meeting for this term 10.30am to 12.15pm next Tuesday.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open this week as follows Monday 12.30pm to 4.30pm Tuesday 10.00am to 2.30pm Wednesday and Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm. Friday 1.00pm. to 5.00pm However, please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling 094 95 44295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing well and as you can see the works are nearly completed.
Take this opportunity to attend the FitWalk Demonstration - Club Siúlóide Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Walking club) – Mayo in Motion
A Fitwalking clinic will be held in Tourmakeady Community Centre on Wednesday June 23 at 7.00pm. The FitWalk Demonstration will teach participants how to optimise every ounce of fitness from walking. In particular the clinic will; identify how to optimise aerobic fitness and fat burning benefits; demonstrate how to incorporate flexibility and strength into a walking programme; demonstrate and show how gadgets such as Step Counters, Heart Rate Monitors, and Walking Poles can be used to best effect; teach the key techniques of StrideWalking, PowerWalking and NordicWalking.
Seirbhísí Eolais Don Phobal
Ionad Fiontair, Rosmuc. 091-574353 Beidh Maireád Uí Dhomhnaill, Oifigeach Eolais Meitheal Forbartha na Gaeltachta., ag cur Seirbhís Eolas Pobail ar fáil sa halla í dTuar Mhic Éadaigh, Dé Céadaoin, 21 Iúil 2010, ón 10.30r.n go dtí 12.30 i.n Má tá eolas uait i dtaobh cearta agus teideal i leith cearta Leasa Shóisialaigh nó íocaíochtaí éagsúla nó deontais, buail isteach ag na h-amanna thuas.
Citizen’s advice
A CITIZENS information officer will be in attendance at the hall, on Wednesday, July 21, from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. with information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Father Staunton
THERE will an opportunity to say farewell to Father who is leaving Tourmakeady to take up a new ministry in Cárna in mid July. The venue is Marie Luke’s on Thursday July 8 2010 - so make sure you have this date in your diary. Thank you to everyone for your support.
Book Launch in Tourmakeady
WE have pleasure in announcing the imminent Book Launch in Tourmakeady Hall of Father Staunton’s new book ‘Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Stair agus Seanchas.’ More details to follow shortly.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh bonus number
WELL done to Tomas and Brid Heneghan, Tawnagh, and Patricia and Tommy Heneghan, Churchfield, on winning the June 12, bonus number game. They both win €100 for having number 14. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m. If you still have outstanding fees for the lotto please get in touch with Sally Gibbons on 094 95 44082 or Kathleen Gibbons on 094 95 44187. As you know this money goes towards the hall renovation and we are very grateful for your support.
Village Inn
THE Village Inn Restaurant is open Wednesday, Thursday 2.00pm - 7.30pm Friday 2.00 – 8.30p, Saturday 2.00 – 9.30pm Sunday 12 noon till 6.00pm, Restaurant closed Monday and Tuesday. Telephone 094 95 43249 or check their website www.thevillageinnpub.com
Campa Samhraidh Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Tá Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh agus Óige na Gaeltachta ag teacht le chéile chun Campaí Samhraidh a chur ar fáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh i rith an tsamhraidh. Beidh na campaí seo lán le fuinneamh, spraoi, spóirt agus craic. Beidh imeachtaí ar siúl ar nós – ceol, ealaíon, sacar, eitpheil, tóraíocht taisce agus turas lae! Cosúil leis an Chlub Óige beidh na himeachtaí seo ar siúl trí Ghaeilge ach ní bheidh aon ranganna Gaeilge i gceist. Beidh gach baill ag fáil t-léine Óige na Gaeltachta. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Má theastaíonn tuilleadh eolais uait nó foirm iarratais, téigh i teagmháil leis Deirdre Cavanagh ag 09495 43991
The Tourmakeady Youth Club and Óige na Gaeltachta are coming together this summer to organise summer camps in Tourmakeady. These clubs will be full of energy, fun, sport and craic. Activities will include – music, art, soccer, volleyball, treasure hunt and a day trip! Just like the youth club all activities will be through Irish but there will be no Irish classes during the camps. All participants will be getting an Óige na Gaeltachta t-shirt.
Dates: Campa A: 19th-23rd July Campa B: 16th-20th August If you require further information or an application form, please contact Deirdre Cavanagh on 09495 43991. Tá an Champa seo á rith le cabhair ó Scéim na gCampaí Samhraidh de chuid An Roinn Gnóthaí Pobail, Tuaithe agus Gaeltachta.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Chlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Please see information on the summer camps which are open to all in age groups 6 – 13 years.
Farewell to Tom Lydon
LARGE crowds travelled to Tourmakeady last weekend, to bid farewell to one of its better known parishioners and sportsmen Tom Lydon, Treenláir, Tourmakeady, in his 65th year.
He was a great family man and had a keen interest in all sports but GAA was his number one. He wore the first number one when his beloved Tourmakeady was formed in 1965.
Tom was also well-known throughout Mayo, being a staff member of Senator Windows, Castlebar, until his illness.
He reposed at his home on Friday and Saturday and endless crowds attended from throughout Ireland, as well as England and the USA.
On Sunday, his remains were removed to St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady, for 11.30 a.m. Mass, celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún cc Tourmakeady. Burial took place in the adjoining cemetery.
Tom is survived by his loving wife Breda, sons Anthony and Niall, brother John, sisters Maureen and Kate, both Ballinrobe. Also nieces, nephews and extended family, to whom sympathy is extended.
A guard of honour was formed by Tourmakeady GAA players past and present. Also staff of M. P. Pumps, Kilitiane, where Breda worked until recent years. May his soul rest in peace.
Moorehall Woodland Walk
WILL be held on Saturday 26 June 2010 commencing at 10. 30 a.m. This is a free guided walk held in conjunction with "Tochar Valley Rural Community Network." Meeting place Carpark at Moorehall, Carnacon, Claremorris, Co. Mayo. Further information fron Brían at 087 9234504 or email:[email protected]
Thanks
ANNE, Patrick, Bernard and Mike Mitchell, Birmingham, would like to thank everyone who sent cards and messages of sympathy regarding the death of their mother Mary Mitchell (nee McGing), of Derrendafderg.
Warmer homes scheme
CLAR ICH is inviting applications from persons over 65 or in receipt of fuel allowance, who are interested in having their homes insulated under the warmer homes scheme, to apply to (093) 73455 or (093) 62088. The scheme involves cavity wall insulation, attic insulation, draught proofing of windows and doors, fitting a hot water lagging jacket, installing two energy efficient light bulbs and providing energy advice.
Ceann Golan band on stage
ON stage at Máire Lukes bar and restaurant on Friday, June 18, are the brilliant Ceann Golan band, with a great programme for young and old.
The Sunday traditional music and song session will get underway, at 8 p.m. All musicians are welcome. The restaurant is open every Sunday, from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Telephone (094) 95 44080 to book.
Annual cemetery Mass
THE annual cemetery Mass will take place on Sunday, July 11, at Tourmakeady church, at 11.30 a.m. The Churchfield cemetery Mass will be held at 12.30p.m.on Sunday, July 4. Céad Mile Failte Roimh gach Duine.
Partry residents bonus number game
THE latest winners in the Partry residents bonus number game on June 12, were John Byrne and Colm O’Neill. They both receive €100 each for having number 14.
Church rota
NOREEN Maloney will read at the Saturday Mass, at 8.30 p.m. in St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Christin Uí Ghiobún and Michael John Casey. John Power will read at the 11.30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, with Eucharistic Ministers Martin O’Neill and Patricia Heneghan. Mary Moran and Mary Conroy, are on church care week.
Easy victory for footballers
TOURMAKEADY intermediate footballers had an easy victory in round one of the championship. They defeated Crossmolina on a score of Tourmakeady 4-11 to 0-10. Top scorer was Kevin Dolan, on 3-1 and Joe Heneghan 1-0. They are away to both Hollymount and Cill Comainn in the next two rounds.
New baby boy
CONGRATULATIONS to Tim and Ann Foley, Derrymore, Partry, on the birth of their baby boy, at Mayo General Hospital, Castlebar. A brother for twins Padraig and Tadhg and grandson for Paddy Horan, Derrymore.
Well done to ladies
CONGRATULATIONS to Jackie Heneghan, Rosaleen Molloy, Ann-Marie Heneghan and Moira Gibbons, who completed the ladies Dublin City mini-marathon, on June 7, in aid of Tourmakeady/Partry swimming club. Please return all sponsorship forms to Jackie Heneghan, Siobhan Flynn or Sarah Jane Mulroe.
Beidh camps samhraidh
AR siúl dTuar Mhic Eadaigh ó 5ú go 9ú Iúil. All participants will receive a sports bag and supporters’ flag. There is also a chance to win a signed Mayo jersey. Further information is available from Frank Carr, at (087) 7922752.
Guided Walk as Gaeilge
DÉ Domhnaigh 27 Meitheamh Sunday 27 June Siúlóid Treoraithe i gCeathrú Thaidhg "The finest sustained coastal walk in western Ireland, with a profusion of precipitous cliffs, crags, caves, chasms and islands along the remote North Mayo coast." - Lonely Planet Walking in Ireland If you would like to practice your Irish while enjoy the great outdoors (even if you haven't spoken a word of Irish since school)...seo do sheans!
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 13th June 2010
Fundraising event in aid of Bunaún Oratory Raised €1950.66
A very big thank you to everyone who attended the fund raiser that was held in Máire Lukes last Saturday night. It is encouraging to see such great support. The fund raiser was held to back up the funding that has been allocated the Bunaún Oratory by Leader/MFG. This work is to replace the asbestos roof and carry out other improvements. Thank you to everyone that helped and came to the event and to those that donated money, but couldn’t attend.
Annual Agricultural Show
THE annual show will take place Sunday July 25th 2010.
Campaí Samhraidh
OIGE na Gaeltachta (Tourmakeady Youth Club) will be running summer camps in Tourmakeady this summer for primary school children aged between 6 and 13. The camps will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every day and will operate through Irish only. Activities include sport, art, treasure hunts and music. The dates are July 19 to 23 and August 16 to 20. If you need more information do not hesitate to contact Caítríona Ní Scolaí, at (091) 506014 or (086) 1742146 or Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Eadaigh.
TÁ sé beartaithe ag Óige na Gaeltachta Campaí Samhraidh a reáchtáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh. Beidh an Champa seo ar siúl ón 10-3 gach lá agus ag freastal ar pháistí bunscoile idir 6 – 13 bliain d’aois. Beidh an champa seo ag feidhmiú trí mean na Gaeilge amháin agus beidh imeachtaí ar nós ealaíon, spórt, tóraíocht taisce, ceol, srl., ar siúl gach lá. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil, Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Beidh na foirmeacha cláraithe ag dul amach chuig na scoileanna áitiúla gan moill nó is féidir leat tuilleadh eolas a fháil ó Catríona Ní Scolaí ag (091) 506014 nó (086) 1742146 nó Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Chlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Please see information on the summer camps which are open to all in age groups 6 – 13 years.
Knitting Circle
KNITTING circle meets Tourmakeady hall on Mondays evenings at 7.30 pm.
Nead na n-óg Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Parent & Toddler Group)
END of Term meeting at Funsters, 10.30am to 12 noon next Tuesday.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open as follows Monday 10.30am to 2.30pm Tuesday to Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm. Friday Closed. Please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling 094 95 44295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing and as you can see works are progressing well.
Club Siúlóide Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Walking club) – Mayo in Motion
TOURMAKEADY walking club will meet as usual on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Walkers are reminded to wear visible, reflective clothing. More information 094 95 43991
FitWalk Demonstration
A Fitwalking clinic will be held in Tourmakeady Community Centre on Wednesday 23rd June at 7.00pm. The FitWalk Demonstration will teach participants how to optimise every ounce of fitness from walking. In particular the clinic will; identify how to optimise aerobic fitness and fat burning benefits; demonstrate how to incorporate flexibility and strength into a walking programme; demonstrate and show how gadgets such as Step Counters, Heart Rate Monitors, and Walking Poles can be used to best effect; teach the key techniques of StrideWalking, PowerWalking and NordicWalking.
Citizen’s advice
A CITIZENS information officer will be in attendance at the hall, on Wednesday, June 16, from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. with information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Insulation Scheme
THIS scheme has been suspended for the time being. No more forms will be sent out until the scheme is reinstated.
Father Staunton
THERE will an opportunity to say Bon Voyage to Father who will be leaving to take up a new ministry in Carna in mid July. The venue is Marie Luke’s on Wednesday, July 8 2010. More details to follow. Thank you to everyone for your support.
Book Launch in Tourmakeady
We have pleasure in announcing the imminent Book Launch in Tourmakeady Hall of Father Staunton’s new book ‘Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Stair agus Seanchas.’ More details to follow shortly.
Tourmakeady Hall renovation bonus number draw
WINNERS for June 5 were Tomás Ó Máille and Aoife Lally, Both winners get €100 each for having number 30. Next draw on Saturday next at 8p.m. If you still have outstanding fees for the lotto please contact Sally Gibbons on 094 95 44082 or Kathleen Gibbons on 094 95 44187. As you know this money goes towards the hall renovation. Thank you everyone for your help.
Village Inn
THE Village Inn Restaurant is open Wednesday, Thursday 2.00pm - 7.30pm Friday 2.00 – 8.30p, Saturday 2.00 – 9.30pm Sunday 12 noon till 6.00pm, Restaurant closed Monday and Tuesday. Telephone 094 95 43249 or check our website www.thevillageinnpub.com
Summer camp
TOURMAKEADY GAA club is holding a juvenile summer camp, for a week beginning Monday, July 5, for all boys and girls attending Tourmakeady and Kiltane schools, as well as Underage football teams.
Activities will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily. Fees are €40 for the first child; €30 for the second and third and €100 for a family; such fees to be paid prior to June 1, to Frank Carr, at Bord na nóg. The motto is support your local club.
Group water scheme
TOURMAKEADY group water scheme fees are now due and must be paid as soon as possible at O’Tooles or the post office. Fees are €50 for a house; €200 for a house and farm and €200 for a business. Leaks can be reported to (087) 2536434.
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
A very big thank you to everyone who attended the fund raiser that was held in Máire Lukes last Saturday night. It is encouraging to see such great support. The fund raiser was held to back up the funding that has been allocated the Bunaún Oratory by Leader/MFG. This work is to replace the asbestos roof and carry out other improvements. Thank you to everyone that helped and came to the event and to those that donated money, but couldn’t attend.
Annual Agricultural Show
THE annual show will take place Sunday July 25th 2010.
Campaí Samhraidh
OIGE na Gaeltachta (Tourmakeady Youth Club) will be running summer camps in Tourmakeady this summer for primary school children aged between 6 and 13. The camps will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every day and will operate through Irish only. Activities include sport, art, treasure hunts and music. The dates are July 19 to 23 and August 16 to 20. If you need more information do not hesitate to contact Caítríona Ní Scolaí, at (091) 506014 or (086) 1742146 or Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Eadaigh.
TÁ sé beartaithe ag Óige na Gaeltachta Campaí Samhraidh a reáchtáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh. Beidh an Champa seo ar siúl ón 10-3 gach lá agus ag freastal ar pháistí bunscoile idir 6 – 13 bliain d’aois. Beidh an champa seo ag feidhmiú trí mean na Gaeilge amháin agus beidh imeachtaí ar nós ealaíon, spórt, tóraíocht taisce, ceol, srl., ar siúl gach lá. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil, Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Beidh na foirmeacha cláraithe ag dul amach chuig na scoileanna áitiúla gan moill nó is féidir leat tuilleadh eolas a fháil ó Catríona Ní Scolaí ag (091) 506014 nó (086) 1742146 nó Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Chlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Please see information on the summer camps which are open to all in age groups 6 – 13 years.
Knitting Circle
KNITTING circle meets Tourmakeady hall on Mondays evenings at 7.30 pm.
Nead na n-óg Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Parent & Toddler Group)
END of Term meeting at Funsters, 10.30am to 12 noon next Tuesday.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open as follows Monday 10.30am to 2.30pm Tuesday to Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm. Friday Closed. Please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling 094 95 44295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing and as you can see works are progressing well.
Club Siúlóide Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Walking club) – Mayo in Motion
TOURMAKEADY walking club will meet as usual on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Walkers are reminded to wear visible, reflective clothing. More information 094 95 43991
FitWalk Demonstration
A Fitwalking clinic will be held in Tourmakeady Community Centre on Wednesday 23rd June at 7.00pm. The FitWalk Demonstration will teach participants how to optimise every ounce of fitness from walking. In particular the clinic will; identify how to optimise aerobic fitness and fat burning benefits; demonstrate how to incorporate flexibility and strength into a walking programme; demonstrate and show how gadgets such as Step Counters, Heart Rate Monitors, and Walking Poles can be used to best effect; teach the key techniques of StrideWalking, PowerWalking and NordicWalking.
Citizen’s advice
A CITIZENS information officer will be in attendance at the hall, on Wednesday, June 16, from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. with information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Insulation Scheme
THIS scheme has been suspended for the time being. No more forms will be sent out until the scheme is reinstated.
Father Staunton
THERE will an opportunity to say Bon Voyage to Father who will be leaving to take up a new ministry in Carna in mid July. The venue is Marie Luke’s on Wednesday, July 8 2010. More details to follow. Thank you to everyone for your support.
Book Launch in Tourmakeady
We have pleasure in announcing the imminent Book Launch in Tourmakeady Hall of Father Staunton’s new book ‘Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Stair agus Seanchas.’ More details to follow shortly.
Tourmakeady Hall renovation bonus number draw
WINNERS for June 5 were Tomás Ó Máille and Aoife Lally, Both winners get €100 each for having number 30. Next draw on Saturday next at 8p.m. If you still have outstanding fees for the lotto please contact Sally Gibbons on 094 95 44082 or Kathleen Gibbons on 094 95 44187. As you know this money goes towards the hall renovation. Thank you everyone for your help.
Village Inn
THE Village Inn Restaurant is open Wednesday, Thursday 2.00pm - 7.30pm Friday 2.00 – 8.30p, Saturday 2.00 – 9.30pm Sunday 12 noon till 6.00pm, Restaurant closed Monday and Tuesday. Telephone 094 95 43249 or check our website www.thevillageinnpub.com
Summer camp
TOURMAKEADY GAA club is holding a juvenile summer camp, for a week beginning Monday, July 5, for all boys and girls attending Tourmakeady and Kiltane schools, as well as Underage football teams.
Activities will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily. Fees are €40 for the first child; €30 for the second and third and €100 for a family; such fees to be paid prior to June 1, to Frank Carr, at Bord na nóg. The motto is support your local club.
Group water scheme
TOURMAKEADY group water scheme fees are now due and must be paid as soon as possible at O’Tooles or the post office. Fees are €50 for a house; €200 for a house and farm and €200 for a business. Leaks can be reported to (087) 2536434.
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 6th June 2010
Tourmakeady Hall renovation bonus number draw
WINNERS for May 29 Tourmakeady Hall Renovation bonus number draw were Marie Maloney and Laurance Lally. Both winners get €100 each for having number 17. Next draw on Saturday next at 8p.m.
Fundraising event in aid of Bunaun Oratory
ALL roads will lead to Máire Lukes bar and restaurant, Tourmakeady, on Saturday, June 5, for a gigantic fundraising event in aid of the restoration and renovation of Bunaun Oratory.
The main project is to restore the roof of this well-known building, where weekly Mass is celebrated every Sunday, by Fr. Padraig Standún. On stage for the night will be the Brennan family.
The support of the community is requested and donations can be given or sent in to Máire Lukes.
There will also be music on Friday, June 4 and Sunday, June 6, which is traditional music night, starting at 8 p.m. followed by country music in the bar.
The restaurant is open every Sunday, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. On June 11, the Bumble Bee show will be on stage.
Congratulations to Máire Lukes for being selected as one of the top 50 businesses in Ireland As Gailge. The presentation took place in the Mansion House, Dublin, last weekend. It is a great honour for the management and staff in recognition of their hard work through the Irish language, the tradition sessions, the use of the Gailge in general and the Irish dancing classes and promotion of set dancing and Sean Nos dancing.
Summer camps / Campaí Samhraidh
TOURMAKEADY GAA club is holding a juvenile summer camp, for a week beginning Monday, July 5, for all boys and girls attending Tourmakeady and Kiltane schools, as well as Underage football teams.
Activities will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily. Fees are €40 for the first child; €30 for the second and third and €100 for a family; such fees to be paid prior to June 1, to Frank Carr, at Bord na nóg. The motto is support your local club.
OIGE na Gaeltachta will be running summer camps in Tourmakeady this summer for primary school children aged between seven and 13. The camps will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every day and will operate through Irish only.
Activities include sport, art, treasure hunts and music. The dates are July 19 to 23 and August 16 to 20. Registration forms will be available in the local schools shortly. If you need more information do not hesitate to contact Caítríona Ní Scolaí, at (091) 506014 or (086) 1742146 Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Eadaigh. Children from six years can attend.
TÁ sé beartaithe ag Óige na Gaeltachta Campaí Samhraidh a reáchtáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh. Beidh an Champa seo ar siúl ón 10-3 gach lá agus ag freastal ar pháistí bunscoile idir 6 – 13 bliain d’aois. Beidh an champa seo ag feidhmiú trí mean na Gaeilge amháin agus beidh imeachtaí ar nós ealaíon, spórt, tóraíocht taisce, ceol, srl., ar siúl gach lá. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil, Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Beidh na foirmeacha cláraithe ag dul amach chuig na scoileanna áitiúla gan moill nó is féidir leat tuilleadh eolas a fháil ó Catríona Ní Scolaí ag (091) 506014 nó (086) 1742146 nó Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. Óige na Gaeltachta will be running summer camps in Tuar Mhic Éadaigh this summer for primary school children aged between 6 and 13. The camps will run from 10am -3pm every day and will operate through IRISH ONLY. Activities include – sport, art, treasure hunt, music, etc…
Dates:
Campa A: 19th-23rd July
Campa B: 16th-20th August
Registration forms will be available in the local schools shortly. If you need more information, do not hesitate to contact Catríona Ní Scolaí at 091-506014 or 086 1742146 Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. NB Children from 6years of age can attend.
Citizens advice
A CITIZENS information officer will be in attendance at the hall, on Wednesday, June 16, from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. with information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Irish night for cancer support
AN Irish night for Mayo cancer support at Rock Rose House, Castlebar, will be held in Kate Kellys Bar, on Friday, June 4. It is being organised by Peggy and Jonie Hayes, Nora Coyne and Theresa Gibbons. There will be a great night of music, song and craic with refreshments.
Dublin mini-marathon
ON Monday, June 7, three well-known Tourmakeady ladies will take part in the Dublin mini-marathon, with all proceeds going to the Tourmakeady swimming club. The three ladies are Jackie Heneghan, Rosaleen Molloy and Anne Marie Heneghan. Sponsorship cards are available locally and all support would be appreciated.
Higher Ground finals
CONGRATULATIONS to Kathleen Lally, ‘Buns n Cakes’, Tourmakeady, who got to the final 16 in the country, in the trials for the new series Higher Ground, aired on RTE.
It is a series which gives assistance and advice to rural start up businesses and participants are subjected to a Dragons Den style interview. It was a great achievement for the local woman, whose products are available locally at O’Tooles, Corrigans, Ballinrobe and other outlets. Cakes can also be made for special occasions and orders can be placed at (086) 8444468 or [email protected].
Group water scheme
TOURMAKEADY group water scheme fees are now due and must be paid as soon as possible at O’Tooles or the post office. Fees are €50 for a house; €200 for a house and farm and €200 for a business. Leaks can be reported to (087) 2536434.
Knitting Circle
KNITTING circle meets Tourmakeady hall on Mondays evenings at 7.30 pm.
Nead na n-óg Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Parent & Toddler Group)
TEMPORARY meeting arrangements have been organised and we get together on Tuesdays 10.30 - 12.15pm in the National School Tourmakeady. Many thanks to John Joe.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Chlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
NO meetings at present due to renovation work.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open as follows Monday 10.30am to 2.30pm Tuesday to Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm. Friday Closed. Please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling 094 95 44295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing and as you can see works are progressing well.
Club Siúlóide Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Walking club) – Mayo in Motion
TOURMAKEADY walking club will meet as usual on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Walkers are reminded to wear visible, reflective clothing. More information 094 95 43991
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Insulation Scheme
THIS scheme has been suspended for the time being. No more forms will be sent out until the scheme is reinstated.
Annual Agricultural Show
THE annual show will take place Sunday July 25th 2010.
Fógra do chruinnithe tuismitheoirí
Tá Comhar Naíonraí na Gaeltachta Teo., ag eagrú Cruinniú Tuismitheoirí i Naíonra Thuar Mhic Éadaigh ar an Máirt, 8 Meitheamh. Beidh an chruinniú ag tosú ag 8.00 tráthnóna Ni mór do thuísmitheoir/caomhnóir freastal ar an geruinniú tuismitheoirí más mian leo a bpáiste a chur chuig Naíonra i Meán Fómhair 2010. Is féidir clárú r an oíche ach áit a bheith su Naíonra. Tá bliain luathoideachas saor in aiscc le fáil í Naíonra Thuar Mhic Éadaigh de réir scéim Ecce, Oifig an Aire Learnaí.
Parents Meeting
Comhar Naíonraí na Gaeltahta Teo are organisising a Parents Meeting for Naíonra Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on Tuesday June 8. The meeting will start at 8.00pm Any parent/guardian wishing to send their child to the Naíonra in September 2010 should attend the meeting. Children can be registered on the night providing spaces are available. A free pre-school year is available in Naíonra Thuar Mhic Éadaigh in accordance with the ECCE scheme of the Office of the Minister for Children.
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
WINNERS for May 29 Tourmakeady Hall Renovation bonus number draw were Marie Maloney and Laurance Lally. Both winners get €100 each for having number 17. Next draw on Saturday next at 8p.m.
Fundraising event in aid of Bunaun Oratory
ALL roads will lead to Máire Lukes bar and restaurant, Tourmakeady, on Saturday, June 5, for a gigantic fundraising event in aid of the restoration and renovation of Bunaun Oratory.
The main project is to restore the roof of this well-known building, where weekly Mass is celebrated every Sunday, by Fr. Padraig Standún. On stage for the night will be the Brennan family.
The support of the community is requested and donations can be given or sent in to Máire Lukes.
There will also be music on Friday, June 4 and Sunday, June 6, which is traditional music night, starting at 8 p.m. followed by country music in the bar.
The restaurant is open every Sunday, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. On June 11, the Bumble Bee show will be on stage.
Congratulations to Máire Lukes for being selected as one of the top 50 businesses in Ireland As Gailge. The presentation took place in the Mansion House, Dublin, last weekend. It is a great honour for the management and staff in recognition of their hard work through the Irish language, the tradition sessions, the use of the Gailge in general and the Irish dancing classes and promotion of set dancing and Sean Nos dancing.
Summer camps / Campaí Samhraidh
TOURMAKEADY GAA club is holding a juvenile summer camp, for a week beginning Monday, July 5, for all boys and girls attending Tourmakeady and Kiltane schools, as well as Underage football teams.
Activities will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily. Fees are €40 for the first child; €30 for the second and third and €100 for a family; such fees to be paid prior to June 1, to Frank Carr, at Bord na nóg. The motto is support your local club.
OIGE na Gaeltachta will be running summer camps in Tourmakeady this summer for primary school children aged between seven and 13. The camps will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every day and will operate through Irish only.
Activities include sport, art, treasure hunts and music. The dates are July 19 to 23 and August 16 to 20. Registration forms will be available in the local schools shortly. If you need more information do not hesitate to contact Caítríona Ní Scolaí, at (091) 506014 or (086) 1742146 Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Eadaigh. Children from six years can attend.
TÁ sé beartaithe ag Óige na Gaeltachta Campaí Samhraidh a reáchtáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh. Beidh an Champa seo ar siúl ón 10-3 gach lá agus ag freastal ar pháistí bunscoile idir 6 – 13 bliain d’aois. Beidh an champa seo ag feidhmiú trí mean na Gaeilge amháin agus beidh imeachtaí ar nós ealaíon, spórt, tóraíocht taisce, ceol, srl., ar siúl gach lá. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil, Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Beidh na foirmeacha cláraithe ag dul amach chuig na scoileanna áitiúla gan moill nó is féidir leat tuilleadh eolas a fháil ó Catríona Ní Scolaí ag (091) 506014 nó (086) 1742146 nó Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. Óige na Gaeltachta will be running summer camps in Tuar Mhic Éadaigh this summer for primary school children aged between 6 and 13. The camps will run from 10am -3pm every day and will operate through IRISH ONLY. Activities include – sport, art, treasure hunt, music, etc…
Dates:
Campa A: 19th-23rd July
Campa B: 16th-20th August
Registration forms will be available in the local schools shortly. If you need more information, do not hesitate to contact Catríona Ní Scolaí at 091-506014 or 086 1742146 Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. NB Children from 6years of age can attend.
Citizens advice
A CITIZENS information officer will be in attendance at the hall, on Wednesday, June 16, from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. with information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Irish night for cancer support
AN Irish night for Mayo cancer support at Rock Rose House, Castlebar, will be held in Kate Kellys Bar, on Friday, June 4. It is being organised by Peggy and Jonie Hayes, Nora Coyne and Theresa Gibbons. There will be a great night of music, song and craic with refreshments.
Dublin mini-marathon
ON Monday, June 7, three well-known Tourmakeady ladies will take part in the Dublin mini-marathon, with all proceeds going to the Tourmakeady swimming club. The three ladies are Jackie Heneghan, Rosaleen Molloy and Anne Marie Heneghan. Sponsorship cards are available locally and all support would be appreciated.
Higher Ground finals
CONGRATULATIONS to Kathleen Lally, ‘Buns n Cakes’, Tourmakeady, who got to the final 16 in the country, in the trials for the new series Higher Ground, aired on RTE.
It is a series which gives assistance and advice to rural start up businesses and participants are subjected to a Dragons Den style interview. It was a great achievement for the local woman, whose products are available locally at O’Tooles, Corrigans, Ballinrobe and other outlets. Cakes can also be made for special occasions and orders can be placed at (086) 8444468 or [email protected].
Group water scheme
TOURMAKEADY group water scheme fees are now due and must be paid as soon as possible at O’Tooles or the post office. Fees are €50 for a house; €200 for a house and farm and €200 for a business. Leaks can be reported to (087) 2536434.
Knitting Circle
KNITTING circle meets Tourmakeady hall on Mondays evenings at 7.30 pm.
Nead na n-óg Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Parent & Toddler Group)
TEMPORARY meeting arrangements have been organised and we get together on Tuesdays 10.30 - 12.15pm in the National School Tourmakeady. Many thanks to John Joe.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Chlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
NO meetings at present due to renovation work.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open as follows Monday 10.30am to 2.30pm Tuesday to Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm. Friday Closed. Please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling 094 95 44295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing and as you can see works are progressing well.
Club Siúlóide Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Walking club) – Mayo in Motion
TOURMAKEADY walking club will meet as usual on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Walkers are reminded to wear visible, reflective clothing. More information 094 95 43991
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Insulation Scheme
THIS scheme has been suspended for the time being. No more forms will be sent out until the scheme is reinstated.
Annual Agricultural Show
THE annual show will take place Sunday July 25th 2010.
Fógra do chruinnithe tuismitheoirí
Tá Comhar Naíonraí na Gaeltachta Teo., ag eagrú Cruinniú Tuismitheoirí i Naíonra Thuar Mhic Éadaigh ar an Máirt, 8 Meitheamh. Beidh an chruinniú ag tosú ag 8.00 tráthnóna Ni mór do thuísmitheoir/caomhnóir freastal ar an geruinniú tuismitheoirí más mian leo a bpáiste a chur chuig Naíonra i Meán Fómhair 2010. Is féidir clárú r an oíche ach áit a bheith su Naíonra. Tá bliain luathoideachas saor in aiscc le fáil í Naíonra Thuar Mhic Éadaigh de réir scéim Ecce, Oifig an Aire Learnaí.
Parents Meeting
Comhar Naíonraí na Gaeltahta Teo are organisising a Parents Meeting for Naíonra Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on Tuesday June 8. The meeting will start at 8.00pm Any parent/guardian wishing to send their child to the Naíonra in September 2010 should attend the meeting. Children can be registered on the night providing spaces are available. A free pre-school year is available in Naíonra Thuar Mhic Éadaigh in accordance with the ECCE scheme of the Office of the Minister for Children.
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
