Week ending 25th March 2012
American Tea Party
There will be an American Tea Party in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on Friday April 20 doors open at 9.30pm Admission by ticket only.
Tourmakeady Annual Spring Clean
The annual Spring Clean will take place shortly - any help will be much appreciated more details shortly.
The Stations
A comedy in Three Acts coming to Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Friday April 13. Doors open 7.30pm Curtain up 8.00pm Admission €10
Míle buíochas
Míle buíochas do na cainteoirí agus ceoltóirí uile a ghlac páirt sa chlár Raidió a craoladh ó Halla Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh le Máirtin Davy agus a bhí le cloisteáil ar Raidió na Gaeltachta Dé hAoine seo caite idir a 2-3 i.n..
Knitting Classes for Children
Knitting Classes for Children aged 6 years and upwards will take place in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh for six weeks. If interested please call 087-7657191 or 094-9544295 for further details.
Beidh ranganna Cniotáil do Gasúir 6 bliana agus níos sine ag tosú i Halla Pobail
Thuar Mhic Éadaigh ar feadh sé seachtainí. Tuilleadh eolais le fáil ó 087-7657191 nó 094-9544295.
The Real McCoy
We are pleased to announce that Tommy Marren’s new play The Real McCoy directed by and starring Tommy Marren will be coming to Halla Tourmakeady in May 25 8,00pm. Admission €15. More information shortly or call 087 1162058
Easter Egg Hunt
Young children and their parents are invited to join the Tourmakeady Easter Bunny in an Easter Egg Hunt starting at the Car Park in Tourmakeady Woods at 2.00pm on Easter Saturday April 7.
St Patrick’s Day
Many thanks to everyone for making the day such a great occasion
Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival
The Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival Friday March 23, Saturday March 24 and Sunday March 25 2012. Day 1 Balla – Ballintubber 16km Day 2 Ballintubber – Aghagower 25.5km Day 3 Aghagower – Murrisk 19 km On each of the 3 days walkers will be picked up at the finish point and brought back to the starting point. Further events will be organised throughout the year. For more details check out our website info@croaghpatrickheritagetrail.com
Renewable Energy Mayo
There will be a meeting re Renewable Energy Mayo in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh more details on the date of the meeting to follow soon.
Good Friday Annual Card Drive
There will be a 25 Card Drive in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on Good Friday at 9.00pm. Many good spot prizes. Admission €10. All welcome.
Irish Conversation
Irish Classes plus Comhrá are on Tuesdays in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh. The classes are aimed at people who wish to learn and improve their Irish and for those who wish to converse in Irish. Call 094-9544295 or 087 1162058 or just come on the night.
Digital Photography
Learn more about Digital Photography on Tuesdays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh from 7.00pm. Covering uploading photographs to your computer, creating folders, editing, saving to CD and USB flash drive, e-mailing photographs to friends and family, uploading photographs to Face book, storing photographs on sky drive Scanning old photographs, and renewing their appearance. Learn to take good photographs to advertise and sell household items and livestock, on Done Deal and Farm Ads websites. Learn to shop on E-bay and Amazon & other sites. The programme is learner centered, individual requirements catered for. Tel 094-95-44295 or 094-95-41610 or 087-6752801
Over 60’s
The Over 60’s club Thursdays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, Tourmakeady at 2 p.m. All welcome.
Páirc Spraoi
Sample drawing of the planned ‘Páirc Spraoi’ for the Fairgreen now on display in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh or on the Tourmakeady website www.tourmakeady.com
Fund Raising for Páirc Spraoi
There will be a Mini Marathon during the Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Reunion on Saturday August 4 2012. All funds raised go towards the ‘Páirc Spraoi’ There will be more details later. A great event for all runners, joggers, and walkers. All are welcome.
Computer Classes
Classes in a range of IT applications such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Access etc PLUS new to the Centre customised tuition in other IT products such as design your own web page (business or private,) introduction to business accounts, computer security and maintenance, recent new developments in technology i.e. remote administration of your cctv system, pc, skype etc. Classes every Tuesday from 10am to 1pm., 7.00pm to 9.00pm Wednesday 7.00pm to 10pm. Saturday from 10am. If you don’t see what you want or need call in for a chat during these times and see how we can help you. For more information call 094 95 44295 or 087 3528942
Parent and Toddler Group
The Parent and Toddler Group meet Tuesdays at 10.30am in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. All welcome
Knitting Circle
Knitting Circle meet Mondays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh 7.30pm
Bonus number
The latest winners of Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Phil Staunton and Martin and Margaret Lally both winners receive €100 each for having number 6. Next draw next Saturday at 8 o’clock. Thank you for your support.
Welfare Officer
A SOCIAL welfare officer will be in attendance every Thursday between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the Medical Centre, Tourmakeady.
Weekly bus service to Castlebar
Don’t forget that there is a weekly bus 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.
Big 25 card drive
PARTRY Athletic Football Club is having a big 25 card drive on Friday, March 30, in Partry Community Centre, starting at 9 p.m. with lots of prizes and raffles. All card players in the parish are asked to support this night. All prizes can be given to Barry Bourke prior to March 30.
Passion Play
The Passion Play in the grounds of Ballintubber Abbey will take place on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, April 2, 3 and 4, at 9 p.m. each evening. Wear warm clothes as it is outside. Shelter and seating is provided on the night.
Variety concert
A variety concert in aid of SERVE 2012 will take place in Partry Community Centre, on Good Friday, April 6.
Thanks
The organisers and collectors of the multiple sclerosis church gate collection would like to thank the Mass goers of The Bunaún and Tourmakeady, for a total of €378.20.
Bumper raffle
The parents’ council of Colaiste Muire Tuar Mhic Éadaigh has a bumper raffle in progress with huge prizes to be won on Friday, March 30, at Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, Tourmakeady. First prize is €500. Second prize is a 32’ TV and DVD player. Third prize is a family mid-week break for two in Delphi Resort. Other prizes include a €250 Corrib Oil voucher, a €250 load of firewood, a €200 blue tooth car kit, Connemara Hill lamb, a case of wine, a €70 hardware voucher and tickets for two at Petersburg Outdoor Education Centre, in Galway. Tickets are €5 and are available from all shops and parents.
Bingo winner
Well done to Maura Gibbons, Partry, on winning the jackpot in a great second half game in Partry Community Centre. There are still lots of jackpots and prizes to be won at the weekly bingo sessions held every Monday night at 8.45 p.m.
Easter céilí
The annual Easter céilí will take place on Saturday, April 7, in Partry Community Centre, with the doors opening at 9.30 p.m. and dancing commencing at 10 p.m. Music is by the Carousel Céilí Band. There will be the usual raffles and refreshments.
Circuit training
A weekly circuit training will take place on Wednesdays, at Partry Community Centre, starting at 8 p.m. for ladies. This is the place to be for anyone looking for exercise or fitness.
Tea Day
The West of Ireland Alzheimer’s Tea Day is on Friday, April 13, throughout the west. Please give advance notice of support.
New management
Pat Durcan of The Village Inn, Partry, would like to express his sincere thanks and appreciation to all his customers and friends during his years in Partry. Anyone with vouchers in their possession are asked to call into The Village Inn before Wednesday and Thursday, March 21 and 22. Pat would also like to welcome the new management and wish them success.
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
There will be an American Tea Party in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on Friday April 20 doors open at 9.30pm Admission by ticket only.
Tourmakeady Annual Spring Clean
The annual Spring Clean will take place shortly - any help will be much appreciated more details shortly.
The Stations
A comedy in Three Acts coming to Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Friday April 13. Doors open 7.30pm Curtain up 8.00pm Admission €10
Míle buíochas
Míle buíochas do na cainteoirí agus ceoltóirí uile a ghlac páirt sa chlár Raidió a craoladh ó Halla Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh le Máirtin Davy agus a bhí le cloisteáil ar Raidió na Gaeltachta Dé hAoine seo caite idir a 2-3 i.n..
Knitting Classes for Children
Knitting Classes for Children aged 6 years and upwards will take place in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh for six weeks. If interested please call 087-7657191 or 094-9544295 for further details.
Beidh ranganna Cniotáil do Gasúir 6 bliana agus níos sine ag tosú i Halla Pobail
Thuar Mhic Éadaigh ar feadh sé seachtainí. Tuilleadh eolais le fáil ó 087-7657191 nó 094-9544295.
The Real McCoy
We are pleased to announce that Tommy Marren’s new play The Real McCoy directed by and starring Tommy Marren will be coming to Halla Tourmakeady in May 25 8,00pm. Admission €15. More information shortly or call 087 1162058
Easter Egg Hunt
Young children and their parents are invited to join the Tourmakeady Easter Bunny in an Easter Egg Hunt starting at the Car Park in Tourmakeady Woods at 2.00pm on Easter Saturday April 7.
St Patrick’s Day
Many thanks to everyone for making the day such a great occasion
Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival
The Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival Friday March 23, Saturday March 24 and Sunday March 25 2012. Day 1 Balla – Ballintubber 16km Day 2 Ballintubber – Aghagower 25.5km Day 3 Aghagower – Murrisk 19 km On each of the 3 days walkers will be picked up at the finish point and brought back to the starting point. Further events will be organised throughout the year. For more details check out our website info@croaghpatrickheritagetrail.com
Renewable Energy Mayo
There will be a meeting re Renewable Energy Mayo in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh more details on the date of the meeting to follow soon.
Good Friday Annual Card Drive
There will be a 25 Card Drive in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on Good Friday at 9.00pm. Many good spot prizes. Admission €10. All welcome.
Irish Conversation
Irish Classes plus Comhrá are on Tuesdays in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh. The classes are aimed at people who wish to learn and improve their Irish and for those who wish to converse in Irish. Call 094-9544295 or 087 1162058 or just come on the night.
Digital Photography
Learn more about Digital Photography on Tuesdays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh from 7.00pm. Covering uploading photographs to your computer, creating folders, editing, saving to CD and USB flash drive, e-mailing photographs to friends and family, uploading photographs to Face book, storing photographs on sky drive Scanning old photographs, and renewing their appearance. Learn to take good photographs to advertise and sell household items and livestock, on Done Deal and Farm Ads websites. Learn to shop on E-bay and Amazon & other sites. The programme is learner centered, individual requirements catered for. Tel 094-95-44295 or 094-95-41610 or 087-6752801
Over 60’s
The Over 60’s club Thursdays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, Tourmakeady at 2 p.m. All welcome.
Páirc Spraoi
Sample drawing of the planned ‘Páirc Spraoi’ for the Fairgreen now on display in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh or on the Tourmakeady website www.tourmakeady.com
Fund Raising for Páirc Spraoi
There will be a Mini Marathon during the Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Reunion on Saturday August 4 2012. All funds raised go towards the ‘Páirc Spraoi’ There will be more details later. A great event for all runners, joggers, and walkers. All are welcome.
Computer Classes
Classes in a range of IT applications such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Access etc PLUS new to the Centre customised tuition in other IT products such as design your own web page (business or private,) introduction to business accounts, computer security and maintenance, recent new developments in technology i.e. remote administration of your cctv system, pc, skype etc. Classes every Tuesday from 10am to 1pm., 7.00pm to 9.00pm Wednesday 7.00pm to 10pm. Saturday from 10am. If you don’t see what you want or need call in for a chat during these times and see how we can help you. For more information call 094 95 44295 or 087 3528942
Parent and Toddler Group
The Parent and Toddler Group meet Tuesdays at 10.30am in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. All welcome
Knitting Circle
Knitting Circle meet Mondays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh 7.30pm
Bonus number
The latest winners of Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Phil Staunton and Martin and Margaret Lally both winners receive €100 each for having number 6. Next draw next Saturday at 8 o’clock. Thank you for your support.
Welfare Officer
A SOCIAL welfare officer will be in attendance every Thursday between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the Medical Centre, Tourmakeady.
Weekly bus service to Castlebar
Don’t forget that there is a weekly bus 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.
Big 25 card drive
PARTRY Athletic Football Club is having a big 25 card drive on Friday, March 30, in Partry Community Centre, starting at 9 p.m. with lots of prizes and raffles. All card players in the parish are asked to support this night. All prizes can be given to Barry Bourke prior to March 30.
Passion Play
The Passion Play in the grounds of Ballintubber Abbey will take place on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, April 2, 3 and 4, at 9 p.m. each evening. Wear warm clothes as it is outside. Shelter and seating is provided on the night.
Variety concert
A variety concert in aid of SERVE 2012 will take place in Partry Community Centre, on Good Friday, April 6.
Thanks
The organisers and collectors of the multiple sclerosis church gate collection would like to thank the Mass goers of The Bunaún and Tourmakeady, for a total of €378.20.
Bumper raffle
The parents’ council of Colaiste Muire Tuar Mhic Éadaigh has a bumper raffle in progress with huge prizes to be won on Friday, March 30, at Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, Tourmakeady. First prize is €500. Second prize is a 32’ TV and DVD player. Third prize is a family mid-week break for two in Delphi Resort. Other prizes include a €250 Corrib Oil voucher, a €250 load of firewood, a €200 blue tooth car kit, Connemara Hill lamb, a case of wine, a €70 hardware voucher and tickets for two at Petersburg Outdoor Education Centre, in Galway. Tickets are €5 and are available from all shops and parents.
Bingo winner
Well done to Maura Gibbons, Partry, on winning the jackpot in a great second half game in Partry Community Centre. There are still lots of jackpots and prizes to be won at the weekly bingo sessions held every Monday night at 8.45 p.m.
Easter céilí
The annual Easter céilí will take place on Saturday, April 7, in Partry Community Centre, with the doors opening at 9.30 p.m. and dancing commencing at 10 p.m. Music is by the Carousel Céilí Band. There will be the usual raffles and refreshments.
Circuit training
A weekly circuit training will take place on Wednesdays, at Partry Community Centre, starting at 8 p.m. for ladies. This is the place to be for anyone looking for exercise or fitness.
Tea Day
The West of Ireland Alzheimer’s Tea Day is on Friday, April 13, throughout the west. Please give advance notice of support.
New management
Pat Durcan of The Village Inn, Partry, would like to express his sincere thanks and appreciation to all his customers and friends during his years in Partry. Anyone with vouchers in their possession are asked to call into The Village Inn before Wednesday and Thursday, March 21 and 22. Pat would also like to welcome the new management and wish them success.
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 March 18th 2012
The Lonesome West
The Lonesome West, a black comedy by Martin McDonagh, will be performed in Coláiste Muire by the TY students on Thursday 22nd and Friday 23rd of March at 7:30. The play contains strong language and disturbing themes which some viewers may find offensive. Not suitable for younger audiences. Cost of entry is €10 for adults and €5 for students and O.A.P.s. There will be refreshments and raffle prizes on the night.
Seachtain na Gaeilge
Coffee Morning thank you to those that came along to the coffee morning.
Knitting Classes for Children
Knitting Classes for Children aged 6 years and upwards will take place in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh for six weeks. If interested please call 087-7657191 or 094-9544295 for further details.
Beidh ranganna Cniotáil do Gasúir 6 bliana agus níos sine ag tosú i Halla Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh ar feadh sé seachtainí. Tuilleadh eolais le fáil ó 087-7657191 nó 094-9544295.
The Real McCoy
We are pleased to announce that Tommy Marren’s new play The Real McCoy directed by and starring Tommy Marren will be coming to Halla Tourmakeady in May. Tickets €15. More information shortly or call 087 1162058
Easter Egg Hunt
Young children and their parents are invited to join the Tourmakeady Easter Bunny in an Easter Egg Hunt starting at the Car Park in Tourmakeady Woods at 2.00pm on Easter Saturday April 7.
St Patrick’s Day
St Patrick’s Day Festivities & Parade will take place again this year after the 11.30am mass in St Mary’s Church, Tourmakeady. Don’t forget to locate your flags and hats for this special event which will be leaving immediately after mass is over and which will finish in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh with light refreshments.
Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival
The Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival Friday March 23, Saturday March 24 and Sunday March 25 2012. Day 1 Balla – Ballintubber 16km Day 2 Ballintubber – Aghagower 25.5km Day 3 Aghagower – Murrisk 19 km On each of the 3 days walkers will be picked up at the finish point and brought back to the starting point. Further events will be organised throughout the year. For more details check out our website info@croaghpatrickheritagetrail.com
Renewable Energy Mayo
There will be a meeting re Renewable Energy Mayo in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh more details on the date of the meeting to follow soon.
St Patrick’s Day Draw
There will be a draw on St Patrick’s Day in the hall. Many prizes, including a generous food hamper, which is on display in O’Toole’s. Your support is appreciated.
Good Friday Annual Card Drive - Advance Notice
There will be a 25 Card Drive in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on Good Friday at 9.00pm. Many good spot prizes. All welcome.
Irish Conversation
Irish Classes plus Comhrá are on Tuesdays in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh. The classes are aimed at people who wish to learn and improve their Irish and for those who wish to converse in Irish. Call 094-9544295 or 087 1162058 or just come on the night.
Digital Photography
Learn more about Digital Photography on Tuesdays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh from 7.00pm. Covering uploading photographs to your computer, creating folders, editing, saving to CD and USB flash drive, e-mailing photographs to friends and family, uploading photographs to Face book, storing photographs on sky drive Scanning old photographs, and renewing their appearance. Learn to take good photographs to advertise and sell household items and livestock, on Done Deal and Farm Ads websites. Learn to shop on E-bay and Amazon & other sites. The programme is learner centered, individual requirements catered for. Tel 094-95-44295 or 094-95-41610 or 087-6752801
Over 60’s
The Over 60’s club Thursdays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, Tourmakeady at 2 p.m. All welcome.
Páirc Spraoi
Sample drawing of the planned ‘Páirc Spraoi’ for the Fairgreen now on display in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh or on the Tourmakeady website www.tourmakeady.com
Fund Raising for Páirc Spraoi
There will be a Mini Marathon during the Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Reunion on Saturday August 4 2012. All funds raised go towards the ‘Páirc Spraoi’ There will be more details later. A great event for all runners, joggers, and walkers. All are welcome.
Computer Information Technology courses
A brochure is available from Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, Tourmakeady outlining the many different courses that are available throughout the year. If you are a beginner or a skilled user there is something for you. Call in or phone 094 95 44295
Computer Classes
Classes in a range of IT applications such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Access etc PLUS new to the Centre customised tuition in other IT products such as design your own web page (business or private,) introduction to business accounts, computer security and maintenance, recent new developments in technology i.e. remote administration of your cctv system, pc, skype etc. Classes every Tuesday from 10am to 1pm., 7.00pm to 9.00pm Wednesday 7.00pm to 10pm. Saturday from 10am. If you don’t see what you want or need call in for a chat during these times and see how we can help you. For more information call 094 95 44295 or 087 3528942
Parent and Toddler Group
The Parent and Toddler Group meet Tuesdays at 10.30am in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. All welcome
Knitting Circle
No Knitting circle this Monday due to Bank Holiday.
Senior Youth Club
No Senior Youth Club this Monday due to Bank Holiday.
Bonus number
The latest winners of Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Martha O Malley and Andy Gibbons both winners receive €100 each for having number 45. Next draw next Saturday at 8 o’clock. Thank you for your support.
Welfare Officer
A SOCIAL welfare officer will be in attendance every Thursday between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the Medical Centre, Tourmakeady.
Weekly bus service to Castlebar
Don’t forget that there is a weekly bus 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.
Sean on parade in New York
BEST wishes and good luck to Sean Finn, son of Yvonne and David Finn, Lower Churchfield, Tourmakeady, who will play in New York, as part of the Castlebar Concert Band, on St. Patrick’s Day. It is a great achievement for Sean. He is grandson of Rose Mulqueen, Gortfree, Tourmakeady . The link for the New York Parade is www.nystpatricksparade.org . This will be shown live - starting local time/New York 11.30am and the Mayo Concert Band is at start of the parade.
Dawn Mass
For the second year in-a-row, the Easter Sunday dawn Mass will be celebrated at 6.30 a.m. at Shanvallyard, Tourmakeady, on the shores of Lough Mask. All are welcome.
New solicitor’s office
Congratulations and best wishes go out to Mrs. Cathy Heneghan, daughter of Teresa and Eddie Heneghan, Derrendafderg, Srah, who has opened a solicitor’s office at Ellison Street, Castlebar. Cathy is married to Damien Heneghan, Tourmakeady.
Music
St. Patrick’s weekend at Marie Luke’s, Tourmakeady, have three great nights of music. On Friday, March 16, Barlety O’Donnell and Ceann Golan are on stage, while on St. Patrick’s night, Sean Brennan and his band take to the rostrum. On Sunday night, March 18, for Mothers’ Day, a traditonal night out. All musicians welcome. Also, Mothers’ Day dinner special on Sunday from 1 to 7 p.m. Phone (094) 9544080 for details.
Church notices
Noreen Maloney will read at the 8 p.m. Saturday night Mass in Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Kathleen Staunton and Carmel Garvey. John Power will read at the 11.30 a.m. Sunday Mass and Eucharistic Ministers are Patricia Heneghan and Martin O’Neill. Church care week - Rose, Mary and Noreen.
Restaurant open
Paddy’s Restaurant, on the shores of Lough Mask, Tourmakeady, will be opening to the public every Sunday from 1 to 8 p.m. starting on Sunday next, Mothers’ Day, March 18. Bookings at (094) 9544243 or (094) 9544005.
GAA
Mayo Under 21s take on Galway in McHale Park, Castlebar, tomorrow (Wednesday), at 7.30 p.m., and on the panel is Tourmakeady man, Mike Kelly, son of Michael and Kitty.
Local lotto
There was no winner of the Tourmakeady local lotto of March 10. Consolation winners were Ann Healy, Athlone, Eileen Joyce, Westport, Norina Hession, Partry, Liam Heneghan, Shangort and Michael McDermott, Partry. Lotto tickets on sale throughout the parish.
Winner
Well done to Gearoid Mulrooney, Galway, on winning the Partry residence bonus number draw of March 10. He will receive €100 each for having number 45.
On RTÉ
On Friday night next, March 16, the Lough Inn, Partry, will feature in a special St. Patrick’s Eve programme on RTÉ 1 at 7 p.m. The restaurant, at the Lough Inn, is open to the public from Wednesday to Sunday, 12.30 to 8.30 p.m.. Dial a menu at (094) 9543016.
Play
We are pleased to announce that Tommy Marren’s new play ‘The Real McCoy’ will be coming to Halla Tourrnakeady in May. Tickets cost €15. More information shortly or call (087) 1162058.
St. Patrick’s weekend music
Cead mile fáilte chuig gach duine ag The Larches Bar, Finney, for a great double act on St. Patrick’s weekend. On Saturday, March 17, the great Chris Loughrey and his band are on stage, and on Sunday, March 18, (Mothers’ Day) back by popular demand are Barlety O Donnail and Ceann Golan Ceol.
Card drive
Partry Athletic Soccer Club are holding a big 25 card drive on Friday, March 30, in Partry Community Centre, starting at 9 p.m.. Great prizes and a raffle. Raffle prizes can be given to Mr. Barry Bourke. All card players in the parish are requested to support this drive.
Enrolment
Coláiste Muire Tuar Mhic Eadaigh are having their open and enrolment night on Thursday next, March 15, between 7 and 9 p.m. Phone (094) 9544107 for further information.
Water switch-off
Tourmakeady Group Water Scheme Committee have been informed by Mayo County Council that they will be switching off the water supply in this area shortly, due to non-payment of water charges. Further details will be passed onto the public when they are available.
Double delight
Congratulations go out to Mr. Michael Dermody, New York, and family of Letterineen, Tourmakeady, who was chosen as ‘Mayoman of the Year 2012’ at the Mayo-New York annual dinner dance at the weekend. Also, his brother, Owen, sang a lovely version of the National Anthem, prior to the Mayo v Down game in McHale Park, Castlebar. It was a double delight for the Dermody brothers.
The Lonesome West, a black comedy by Martin McDonagh, will be performed in Coláiste Muire by the TY students on Thursday 22nd and Friday 23rd of March at 7:30. The play contains strong language and disturbing themes which some viewers may find offensive. Not suitable for younger audiences. Cost of entry is €10 for adults and €5 for students and O.A.P.s. There will be refreshments and raffle prizes on the night.
Seachtain na Gaeilge
Coffee Morning thank you to those that came along to the coffee morning.
Knitting Classes for Children
Knitting Classes for Children aged 6 years and upwards will take place in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh for six weeks. If interested please call 087-7657191 or 094-9544295 for further details.
Beidh ranganna Cniotáil do Gasúir 6 bliana agus níos sine ag tosú i Halla Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh ar feadh sé seachtainí. Tuilleadh eolais le fáil ó 087-7657191 nó 094-9544295.
The Real McCoy
We are pleased to announce that Tommy Marren’s new play The Real McCoy directed by and starring Tommy Marren will be coming to Halla Tourmakeady in May. Tickets €15. More information shortly or call 087 1162058
Easter Egg Hunt
Young children and their parents are invited to join the Tourmakeady Easter Bunny in an Easter Egg Hunt starting at the Car Park in Tourmakeady Woods at 2.00pm on Easter Saturday April 7.
St Patrick’s Day
St Patrick’s Day Festivities & Parade will take place again this year after the 11.30am mass in St Mary’s Church, Tourmakeady. Don’t forget to locate your flags and hats for this special event which will be leaving immediately after mass is over and which will finish in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh with light refreshments.
Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival
The Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival Friday March 23, Saturday March 24 and Sunday March 25 2012. Day 1 Balla – Ballintubber 16km Day 2 Ballintubber – Aghagower 25.5km Day 3 Aghagower – Murrisk 19 km On each of the 3 days walkers will be picked up at the finish point and brought back to the starting point. Further events will be organised throughout the year. For more details check out our website info@croaghpatrickheritagetrail.com
Renewable Energy Mayo
There will be a meeting re Renewable Energy Mayo in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh more details on the date of the meeting to follow soon.
St Patrick’s Day Draw
There will be a draw on St Patrick’s Day in the hall. Many prizes, including a generous food hamper, which is on display in O’Toole’s. Your support is appreciated.
Good Friday Annual Card Drive - Advance Notice
There will be a 25 Card Drive in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on Good Friday at 9.00pm. Many good spot prizes. All welcome.
Irish Conversation
Irish Classes plus Comhrá are on Tuesdays in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh. The classes are aimed at people who wish to learn and improve their Irish and for those who wish to converse in Irish. Call 094-9544295 or 087 1162058 or just come on the night.
Digital Photography
Learn more about Digital Photography on Tuesdays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh from 7.00pm. Covering uploading photographs to your computer, creating folders, editing, saving to CD and USB flash drive, e-mailing photographs to friends and family, uploading photographs to Face book, storing photographs on sky drive Scanning old photographs, and renewing their appearance. Learn to take good photographs to advertise and sell household items and livestock, on Done Deal and Farm Ads websites. Learn to shop on E-bay and Amazon & other sites. The programme is learner centered, individual requirements catered for. Tel 094-95-44295 or 094-95-41610 or 087-6752801
Over 60’s
The Over 60’s club Thursdays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, Tourmakeady at 2 p.m. All welcome.
Páirc Spraoi
Sample drawing of the planned ‘Páirc Spraoi’ for the Fairgreen now on display in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh or on the Tourmakeady website www.tourmakeady.com
Fund Raising for Páirc Spraoi
There will be a Mini Marathon during the Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Reunion on Saturday August 4 2012. All funds raised go towards the ‘Páirc Spraoi’ There will be more details later. A great event for all runners, joggers, and walkers. All are welcome.
Computer Information Technology courses
A brochure is available from Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, Tourmakeady outlining the many different courses that are available throughout the year. If you are a beginner or a skilled user there is something for you. Call in or phone 094 95 44295
Computer Classes
Classes in a range of IT applications such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Access etc PLUS new to the Centre customised tuition in other IT products such as design your own web page (business or private,) introduction to business accounts, computer security and maintenance, recent new developments in technology i.e. remote administration of your cctv system, pc, skype etc. Classes every Tuesday from 10am to 1pm., 7.00pm to 9.00pm Wednesday 7.00pm to 10pm. Saturday from 10am. If you don’t see what you want or need call in for a chat during these times and see how we can help you. For more information call 094 95 44295 or 087 3528942
Parent and Toddler Group
The Parent and Toddler Group meet Tuesdays at 10.30am in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. All welcome
Knitting Circle
No Knitting circle this Monday due to Bank Holiday.
Senior Youth Club
No Senior Youth Club this Monday due to Bank Holiday.
Bonus number
The latest winners of Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Martha O Malley and Andy Gibbons both winners receive €100 each for having number 45. Next draw next Saturday at 8 o’clock. Thank you for your support.
Welfare Officer
A SOCIAL welfare officer will be in attendance every Thursday between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the Medical Centre, Tourmakeady.
Weekly bus service to Castlebar
Don’t forget that there is a weekly bus 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.
Sean on parade in New York
BEST wishes and good luck to Sean Finn, son of Yvonne and David Finn, Lower Churchfield, Tourmakeady, who will play in New York, as part of the Castlebar Concert Band, on St. Patrick’s Day. It is a great achievement for Sean. He is grandson of Rose Mulqueen, Gortfree, Tourmakeady . The link for the New York Parade is www.nystpatricksparade.org . This will be shown live - starting local time/New York 11.30am and the Mayo Concert Band is at start of the parade.
Dawn Mass
For the second year in-a-row, the Easter Sunday dawn Mass will be celebrated at 6.30 a.m. at Shanvallyard, Tourmakeady, on the shores of Lough Mask. All are welcome.
New solicitor’s office
Congratulations and best wishes go out to Mrs. Cathy Heneghan, daughter of Teresa and Eddie Heneghan, Derrendafderg, Srah, who has opened a solicitor’s office at Ellison Street, Castlebar. Cathy is married to Damien Heneghan, Tourmakeady.
Music
St. Patrick’s weekend at Marie Luke’s, Tourmakeady, have three great nights of music. On Friday, March 16, Barlety O’Donnell and Ceann Golan are on stage, while on St. Patrick’s night, Sean Brennan and his band take to the rostrum. On Sunday night, March 18, for Mothers’ Day, a traditonal night out. All musicians welcome. Also, Mothers’ Day dinner special on Sunday from 1 to 7 p.m. Phone (094) 9544080 for details.
Church notices
Noreen Maloney will read at the 8 p.m. Saturday night Mass in Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Kathleen Staunton and Carmel Garvey. John Power will read at the 11.30 a.m. Sunday Mass and Eucharistic Ministers are Patricia Heneghan and Martin O’Neill. Church care week - Rose, Mary and Noreen.
Restaurant open
Paddy’s Restaurant, on the shores of Lough Mask, Tourmakeady, will be opening to the public every Sunday from 1 to 8 p.m. starting on Sunday next, Mothers’ Day, March 18. Bookings at (094) 9544243 or (094) 9544005.
GAA
Mayo Under 21s take on Galway in McHale Park, Castlebar, tomorrow (Wednesday), at 7.30 p.m., and on the panel is Tourmakeady man, Mike Kelly, son of Michael and Kitty.
Local lotto
There was no winner of the Tourmakeady local lotto of March 10. Consolation winners were Ann Healy, Athlone, Eileen Joyce, Westport, Norina Hession, Partry, Liam Heneghan, Shangort and Michael McDermott, Partry. Lotto tickets on sale throughout the parish.
Winner
Well done to Gearoid Mulrooney, Galway, on winning the Partry residence bonus number draw of March 10. He will receive €100 each for having number 45.
On RTÉ
On Friday night next, March 16, the Lough Inn, Partry, will feature in a special St. Patrick’s Eve programme on RTÉ 1 at 7 p.m. The restaurant, at the Lough Inn, is open to the public from Wednesday to Sunday, 12.30 to 8.30 p.m.. Dial a menu at (094) 9543016.
Play
We are pleased to announce that Tommy Marren’s new play ‘The Real McCoy’ will be coming to Halla Tourrnakeady in May. Tickets cost €15. More information shortly or call (087) 1162058.
St. Patrick’s weekend music
Cead mile fáilte chuig gach duine ag The Larches Bar, Finney, for a great double act on St. Patrick’s weekend. On Saturday, March 17, the great Chris Loughrey and his band are on stage, and on Sunday, March 18, (Mothers’ Day) back by popular demand are Barlety O Donnail and Ceann Golan Ceol.
Card drive
Partry Athletic Soccer Club are holding a big 25 card drive on Friday, March 30, in Partry Community Centre, starting at 9 p.m.. Great prizes and a raffle. Raffle prizes can be given to Mr. Barry Bourke. All card players in the parish are requested to support this drive.
Enrolment
Coláiste Muire Tuar Mhic Eadaigh are having their open and enrolment night on Thursday next, March 15, between 7 and 9 p.m. Phone (094) 9544107 for further information.
Water switch-off
Tourmakeady Group Water Scheme Committee have been informed by Mayo County Council that they will be switching off the water supply in this area shortly, due to non-payment of water charges. Further details will be passed onto the public when they are available.
Double delight
Congratulations go out to Mr. Michael Dermody, New York, and family of Letterineen, Tourmakeady, who was chosen as ‘Mayoman of the Year 2012’ at the Mayo-New York annual dinner dance at the weekend. Also, his brother, Owen, sang a lovely version of the National Anthem, prior to the Mayo v Down game in McHale Park, Castlebar. It was a double delight for the Dermody brothers.
Week ending March 11th 2012
_Seachtain na Gaeilge
Mar chuid do imeachtaí do Seachtain na Gaeilge beidh Maidin Caife ar siúl i Halla Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Dé Luain 12/3/2012 ón 11.00-1.00 i.n. Fáilte roimh chuile dhuine.
As part of the events for Seachtain na Gaeilge there will be a coffee morning in Halla Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on Monday 12/3/2012 from 11.00-1.00 pm. Come along and practise your cúpla focal. Everyone welcome!
Knitting Classes for Children
Knitting Classes for Children aged 6 years and upwards will take place in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh for six weeks. If interested please call 087-7657191 or 094-9544295 for further details.
Beidh ranganna Cniotáil do Gasúir 6 bliana agus níos sine ag tosú i Halla Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh ar feadh sé seachtainí. Tuilleadh eolais le fáil ó 087-7657191 nó 094-9544295.
The Real McCoy
We are pleased to announce that Tommy Marren’s new play The Real McCoy directed by and starring Tommy Marren will be coming to Halla Tourmakeady in May. Tickets €15. More information shortly or call 087 1162058
Easter Egg Hunt
Young children and their parents are invited to join the Tourmakeady Easter Bunny in an Easter Egg Hunt starting at the Car Park in Tourmakeady Woods at 2.00pm on Easter Saturday April 7.
St Patrick’s Day
St Patrick’s Day Festivities & Parade will take place again this year after the 11.30am mass in St Mary’s Church, Tourmakeady. Don’t forget to locate your flags and hats for this special event which will be leaving immediately after mass is over and which will finish in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh with light refreshments.
Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival
The Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival Friday March 23, Saturday March 24 and Sunday March 25 2012. Day 1 Balla – Ballintubber 16km Day 2 Ballintubber – Aghagower 25.5km Day 3 Aghagower – Murrisk 19 km On each of the 3 days walkers will be picked up at the finish point and brought back to the starting point. Further events will be organised throughout the year. For more details check out our website info@croaghpatrickheritagetrail.com
Renewable Energy Mayo
There will be a meeting re Renewable Energy Mayo in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh more details on the date of the meeting to follow soon.
St Patrick’s Day Draw
There will be a draw on St Patrick’s Day in the hall. Many prizes, including a generous food hamper, which is on display in O’Toole’s. Your support is appreciated.
Good Friday Annual Card Drive - Advance Notice
There will be a 25 Card Drive in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on Good Friday at 9.00pm. Many good spot prizes. All welcome.
Irish Classes
Irish Classes plus Comhrá are on Tuesdays in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh. The classes are aimed at people who wish to learn and improve their Irish and for those who wish to converse in Irish. Call 094-9544295 or 087 1162058 or just come on the night.
Digital Photography
Learn more about Digital Photography on Tuesdays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh from 7.00pm. Covering uploading photographs to your computer, creating folders, editing, saving to CD and USB flash drive, e-mailing photographs to friends and family, uploading photographs to Face book, storing photographs on sky drive Scanning old photographs, and renewing their appearance. Learn to take good photographs to advertise and sell household items and livestock, on Done Deal and Farm Ads websites. Learn to shop on E-bay and Amazon & other sites. The programme is learner centered, individual requirements catered for. Tel 094-95-44295 or 094-95-41610 or 087-6752801
Over 60’s
The Over 60’s club Thursdays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, Tourmakeady at 2 p.m. All welcome.
Páirc Spraoi
Sample drawing of the planned ‘Páirc Spraoi’ for the Fairgreen now on display in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh or on the Tourmakeady website www.tourmakeady.com
Fund Raising for Páirc Spraoi
There will be a Mini Marathon during the Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Reunion on Saturday August 4 2012. All funds raised go towards the ‘Páirc Spraoi’ There will be more details later. A great event for all runners, joggers, and walkers. All are welcome.
Computer Information Technology courses
A brochure is available from Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, Tourmakeady outlining the many different courses that are available throughout the year. If you are a beginner or a skilled user there is something for you. Call in or phone 094 95 44295
Computer Classes
Classes in a range of IT applications such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Access etc PLUS new to the Centre customised tuition in other IT products such as design your own web page (business or private,) introduction to business accounts, computer security and maintenance, recent new developments in technology i.e. remote administration of your cctv system, pc, skype etc. Classes every Tuesday from 10am to 1pm., 7.00pm to 9.00pm Wednesday 7.00pm to 10pm. Saturday from 10am. If you don’t see what you want or need call in for a chat during these times and see how we can help you. For more information call 094 95 44295 or 087 3528942
Parent and Toddler Group
The Parent and Toddler Group meet Tuesdays at 10.30am in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. All welcome
Knitting Circle
The Knitting Circle meet Mondays at 7.30pm in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. All welcome
Bonus number
The latest winners of Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Noreen and Seamus Hughes and Padraig Gibbons both winners receive €100 each for having number 28. Next draw next Saturday at 8 o’clock. Thank you for your support.
Welfare Officer
A social welfare officer will be in attendance every Thursday between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the Medical Centre, Tourmakeady.
Weekly bus service to Castlebar
Don’t forget that there is a weekly bus 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.
Ladies football meeting
The annual general meeting of Tourmakeady ladies footballers will take place at Pairc Naoimh Muire clubhouse on Saturday next, March 10, at 12.30 p.m. All ladies and officers are asked to attend.
Lotto news
There was no outright winner of the Tourmakeady GAA lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 19, 26, 28 and 31. Consolation winners were Seodin Standun, Partrai, Roise Heneghan, Churchfield, Derek Steveley, Churchfield, Liam Heneghan, Shangort, and Brian McConnell, Carheen.
Congratulations
Congratulations go to Miss Noreen McGough, daughter of Martin and Betty McGough, Gortnacullin, Srah, Tourmakeady, on her engagement to Mr. Noel Gibbons, Annies, Hollymount. Best wishes and good luck to them.
Reunion
The next meeting for the Tourmakeady 2012 parish reunion is on tonight (Tuesday) at 8 p.m. in Tourmakeady Hall. Tickets for the reunion are available from (086) 2354440 or (087) 2157215, or in Chicago from 773 671 2730. Anyone travelling is asked to make contact with any of the above.
GAA
Tourmakeady senior football team will face Ballina, Ballaghaderreen and Westport in the 2012 senior championship qualifiers. Fixtures and dates will be issued next week.
Music
A reminder to all country and western fans that Sean Brennan and Denver Country are on stage at Maire Luke’s on St. Patrick’s night. Social dancing continues at 8.30 p.m. every Wednesday night.
Marriage
Congratulations to Miss Tracey Summerville, Tourmakeady, on her marriage to Mr. Joe Thomas, Ballyheane, in Ballintubber Abbey. Their reception was held in the Castlecourt Hotel, Westport.
St. Patrick’s weekend music
Cead mile failte chuig gach duine ag The Larches Bar, Finney, for a great double act on St. Patrick’s weekend.
On Saturday, March 17, the great Chris Loughrey and his band are on stage, and on Sunday, March 18 (Mother’s Day) back by popular demand are Barlety O Donnail and Ceann Golan Ceol.
Church gate collection
The annual Church gate collection in aid of the Multiple Sclerosis Association takes place at all Masses next weekend.
Card drive
Partry Athletic Football Club are holding a big 25 card drive on Friday, March 30, in Partry Community Centre, starting at 9 p.m., with great prizes and a raffle. Raffle prizes can be given to Mr. Barry Bourke. All card players in the parish are requested to support this drive.
Church notices
Noreen Maloney will read at the 8 p.m. Saturday night Mass in Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Brid Heneghan and Julie Lally. Grainne Ni Eanachain will read at the 11.30 a.m. Sunday Mass and Eucharistic Ministers are Sadie Molloy and Martin O’Neill.
A meeting of the parish pastoral council will be held in Partry National School tonight (Tuesday) at 8 p.m. All members, from both sides of the parish, are asked to attend.
Music
On stage at Maire Luke’s, Tourmakeady, this Friday night, March 9, are the great Myles Kelly Sound.
Bonus number
The latest winners of Partry residence bonus number draw were Maureen Heneghan and Maura Gibbons. Both receive €100 each for having number 28.
Anthems
Ballinrobe Musical Society, supporting Serve Philippines Project, present highlights from their many epic productions of the last number of years in a show called Anthems. This concert will be re-staged, once more, in the Royal Theatre, Castlebar, on Friday, March 16, with proceeds from the night going to the Serve Philippines Project for 2012. Tickets, priced €20, for this must-see show would make a wonderful Mother’s Day present.
Tickets are available at www.ballinrobemusicalsociety.com, the Royal Theatre, any Ticketmaster outlet, and in Ballinrobe at the Lake District office, Sean Costello, Abbey Street, Martin Murphy and Des Tracey, Main Street, or are available locally. Contact Fr. John Kenny.
Water switch-off
Tourmakeady Group Water Scheme committee have been informed by Mayo County Council that they will be switching off the water supply in this area shortly due to non-payment of water charges. Further details will be passed onto the public when they are available.
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
Some of the views expressed in these news items may not necessarily be those of the webmaster
Mar chuid do imeachtaí do Seachtain na Gaeilge beidh Maidin Caife ar siúl i Halla Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Dé Luain 12/3/2012 ón 11.00-1.00 i.n. Fáilte roimh chuile dhuine.
As part of the events for Seachtain na Gaeilge there will be a coffee morning in Halla Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on Monday 12/3/2012 from 11.00-1.00 pm. Come along and practise your cúpla focal. Everyone welcome!
Knitting Classes for Children
Knitting Classes for Children aged 6 years and upwards will take place in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh for six weeks. If interested please call 087-7657191 or 094-9544295 for further details.
Beidh ranganna Cniotáil do Gasúir 6 bliana agus níos sine ag tosú i Halla Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh ar feadh sé seachtainí. Tuilleadh eolais le fáil ó 087-7657191 nó 094-9544295.
The Real McCoy
We are pleased to announce that Tommy Marren’s new play The Real McCoy directed by and starring Tommy Marren will be coming to Halla Tourmakeady in May. Tickets €15. More information shortly or call 087 1162058
Easter Egg Hunt
Young children and their parents are invited to join the Tourmakeady Easter Bunny in an Easter Egg Hunt starting at the Car Park in Tourmakeady Woods at 2.00pm on Easter Saturday April 7.
St Patrick’s Day
St Patrick’s Day Festivities & Parade will take place again this year after the 11.30am mass in St Mary’s Church, Tourmakeady. Don’t forget to locate your flags and hats for this special event which will be leaving immediately after mass is over and which will finish in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh with light refreshments.
Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival
The Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival Friday March 23, Saturday March 24 and Sunday March 25 2012. Day 1 Balla – Ballintubber 16km Day 2 Ballintubber – Aghagower 25.5km Day 3 Aghagower – Murrisk 19 km On each of the 3 days walkers will be picked up at the finish point and brought back to the starting point. Further events will be organised throughout the year. For more details check out our website info@croaghpatrickheritagetrail.com
Renewable Energy Mayo
There will be a meeting re Renewable Energy Mayo in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh more details on the date of the meeting to follow soon.
St Patrick’s Day Draw
There will be a draw on St Patrick’s Day in the hall. Many prizes, including a generous food hamper, which is on display in O’Toole’s. Your support is appreciated.
Good Friday Annual Card Drive - Advance Notice
There will be a 25 Card Drive in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on Good Friday at 9.00pm. Many good spot prizes. All welcome.
Irish Classes
Irish Classes plus Comhrá are on Tuesdays in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh. The classes are aimed at people who wish to learn and improve their Irish and for those who wish to converse in Irish. Call 094-9544295 or 087 1162058 or just come on the night.
Digital Photography
Learn more about Digital Photography on Tuesdays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh from 7.00pm. Covering uploading photographs to your computer, creating folders, editing, saving to CD and USB flash drive, e-mailing photographs to friends and family, uploading photographs to Face book, storing photographs on sky drive Scanning old photographs, and renewing their appearance. Learn to take good photographs to advertise and sell household items and livestock, on Done Deal and Farm Ads websites. Learn to shop on E-bay and Amazon & other sites. The programme is learner centered, individual requirements catered for. Tel 094-95-44295 or 094-95-41610 or 087-6752801
Over 60’s
The Over 60’s club Thursdays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, Tourmakeady at 2 p.m. All welcome.
Páirc Spraoi
Sample drawing of the planned ‘Páirc Spraoi’ for the Fairgreen now on display in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh or on the Tourmakeady website www.tourmakeady.com
Fund Raising for Páirc Spraoi
There will be a Mini Marathon during the Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Reunion on Saturday August 4 2012. All funds raised go towards the ‘Páirc Spraoi’ There will be more details later. A great event for all runners, joggers, and walkers. All are welcome.
Computer Information Technology courses
A brochure is available from Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, Tourmakeady outlining the many different courses that are available throughout the year. If you are a beginner or a skilled user there is something for you. Call in or phone 094 95 44295
Computer Classes
Classes in a range of IT applications such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Access etc PLUS new to the Centre customised tuition in other IT products such as design your own web page (business or private,) introduction to business accounts, computer security and maintenance, recent new developments in technology i.e. remote administration of your cctv system, pc, skype etc. Classes every Tuesday from 10am to 1pm., 7.00pm to 9.00pm Wednesday 7.00pm to 10pm. Saturday from 10am. If you don’t see what you want or need call in for a chat during these times and see how we can help you. For more information call 094 95 44295 or 087 3528942
Parent and Toddler Group
The Parent and Toddler Group meet Tuesdays at 10.30am in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. All welcome
Knitting Circle
The Knitting Circle meet Mondays at 7.30pm in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. All welcome
Bonus number
The latest winners of Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Noreen and Seamus Hughes and Padraig Gibbons both winners receive €100 each for having number 28. Next draw next Saturday at 8 o’clock. Thank you for your support.
Welfare Officer
A social welfare officer will be in attendance every Thursday between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the Medical Centre, Tourmakeady.
Weekly bus service to Castlebar
Don’t forget that there is a weekly bus 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.
Ladies football meeting
The annual general meeting of Tourmakeady ladies footballers will take place at Pairc Naoimh Muire clubhouse on Saturday next, March 10, at 12.30 p.m. All ladies and officers are asked to attend.
Lotto news
There was no outright winner of the Tourmakeady GAA lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 19, 26, 28 and 31. Consolation winners were Seodin Standun, Partrai, Roise Heneghan, Churchfield, Derek Steveley, Churchfield, Liam Heneghan, Shangort, and Brian McConnell, Carheen.
Congratulations
Congratulations go to Miss Noreen McGough, daughter of Martin and Betty McGough, Gortnacullin, Srah, Tourmakeady, on her engagement to Mr. Noel Gibbons, Annies, Hollymount. Best wishes and good luck to them.
Reunion
The next meeting for the Tourmakeady 2012 parish reunion is on tonight (Tuesday) at 8 p.m. in Tourmakeady Hall. Tickets for the reunion are available from (086) 2354440 or (087) 2157215, or in Chicago from 773 671 2730. Anyone travelling is asked to make contact with any of the above.
GAA
Tourmakeady senior football team will face Ballina, Ballaghaderreen and Westport in the 2012 senior championship qualifiers. Fixtures and dates will be issued next week.
Music
A reminder to all country and western fans that Sean Brennan and Denver Country are on stage at Maire Luke’s on St. Patrick’s night. Social dancing continues at 8.30 p.m. every Wednesday night.
Marriage
Congratulations to Miss Tracey Summerville, Tourmakeady, on her marriage to Mr. Joe Thomas, Ballyheane, in Ballintubber Abbey. Their reception was held in the Castlecourt Hotel, Westport.
St. Patrick’s weekend music
Cead mile failte chuig gach duine ag The Larches Bar, Finney, for a great double act on St. Patrick’s weekend.
On Saturday, March 17, the great Chris Loughrey and his band are on stage, and on Sunday, March 18 (Mother’s Day) back by popular demand are Barlety O Donnail and Ceann Golan Ceol.
Church gate collection
The annual Church gate collection in aid of the Multiple Sclerosis Association takes place at all Masses next weekend.
Card drive
Partry Athletic Football Club are holding a big 25 card drive on Friday, March 30, in Partry Community Centre, starting at 9 p.m., with great prizes and a raffle. Raffle prizes can be given to Mr. Barry Bourke. All card players in the parish are requested to support this drive.
Church notices
Noreen Maloney will read at the 8 p.m. Saturday night Mass in Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Brid Heneghan and Julie Lally. Grainne Ni Eanachain will read at the 11.30 a.m. Sunday Mass and Eucharistic Ministers are Sadie Molloy and Martin O’Neill.
A meeting of the parish pastoral council will be held in Partry National School tonight (Tuesday) at 8 p.m. All members, from both sides of the parish, are asked to attend.
Music
On stage at Maire Luke’s, Tourmakeady, this Friday night, March 9, are the great Myles Kelly Sound.
Bonus number
The latest winners of Partry residence bonus number draw were Maureen Heneghan and Maura Gibbons. Both receive €100 each for having number 28.
Anthems
Ballinrobe Musical Society, supporting Serve Philippines Project, present highlights from their many epic productions of the last number of years in a show called Anthems. This concert will be re-staged, once more, in the Royal Theatre, Castlebar, on Friday, March 16, with proceeds from the night going to the Serve Philippines Project for 2012. Tickets, priced €20, for this must-see show would make a wonderful Mother’s Day present.
Tickets are available at www.ballinrobemusicalsociety.com, the Royal Theatre, any Ticketmaster outlet, and in Ballinrobe at the Lake District office, Sean Costello, Abbey Street, Martin Murphy and Des Tracey, Main Street, or are available locally. Contact Fr. John Kenny.
Water switch-off
Tourmakeady Group Water Scheme committee have been informed by Mayo County Council that they will be switching off the water supply in this area shortly due to non-payment of water charges. Further details will be passed onto the public when they are available.
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
Some of the views expressed in these news items may not necessarily be those of the webmaster
Week ending 4th March 2012
_ Tomas O Maille
Comhghairdeas le Tomás Ó Máille as Tuar Mhic Éadaigh a bronnadh Gradam Tom Pháidín Tom air Dé Domhnaigh seo caite mar gheall ar a chuid amhráin sean nós ag ócáid a bhí ar siúl Tí Hughes mar chuid do Éigse an Spidéil.
Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival
The Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival Friday March 23, Saturday March 24 and Sunday March 25 2012. Day 1 Balla – Ballintubber 16km Day 2 Ballintubber – Aghagower 25.5km Day 3 Aghagower – Murrisk 19 km On each of the 3 days walkers will be picked up at the finish point and brought back to the starting point. Further events will be organised throughout the year. For more details check out our website info@croaghpatrickheritagetrail.com
Renewable Energy Mayo
There will be a meeting re Renewable Energy Mayo in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh more details on the date of the meeting to follow soon.
St Patrick’s Day Draw
There will be a draw on St Patrick’s Day in the hall. Many prizes, including a generous food hamper, which is on display in O’Toole’s. Your support is appreciated.
Good Friday Annual Card Drive - Advance Notice
There will be a 25 Card Drive in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on Good Friday at 9.00pm. Many good spot prizes. All welcome.
Irish Conversation
Irish Classes plus Comhrá are on Tuesdays in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh. The classes are aimed at people who wish to learn and improve their Irish and for those who wish to converse in Irish. Call 094-9544295 or 087 1162058 or just come on the night.
Digital Photography
Learn more about Digital Photography on Tuesdays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh from 7.00pm. Covering uploading photographs to your computer, creating folders, editing, saving to CD and USB flash drive, e-mailing photographs to friends and family, uploading photographs to Face book, storing photographs on sky drive Scanning old photographs, and renewing their appearance. Learn to take good photographs to advertise and sell household items and livestock, on Done Deal and Farm Ads websites. Learn to shop on E-bay and Amazon & other sites. The programme is learner centered, individual requirements catered for. Tel 094-95-44295 or 094-95-41610 or 087-6752801
Over 60’s
The Over 60’s club Thursdays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, Tourmakeady at 2 p.m. All welcome.
Páirc Spraoi
Sample drawing of the planned ‘Páirc Spraoi’ for the Fairgreen now on display in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh or on the Tourmakeady website www.tourmakeady.com
Fund Raising for Páirc Spraoi
There will be a Mini Marathon during the Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Reunion on Saturday August 4 2012. All funds raised go towards the ‘Páirc Spraoi’ There will be more details later. A great event for all runners, joggers, and walkers. All are welcome.
Computer Information Technology courses
A brochure is available from Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, Tourmakeady outlining the many different courses that are available throughout the year. If you are a beginner or a skilled user there is something for you. Call in or phone 094 95 44295
Computer Classes
Classes in a range of IT applications such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Access etc PLUS new to the Centre customised tuition in other IT products such as design your own web page (business or private,) introduction to business accounts, computer security and maintenance, recent new developments in technology i.e. remote administration of your cctv system, pc, skype etc. Classes every Tuesday from 10am to 5pm. and 7.00pm to 9.00pm, Wednesday 7.00pm to 10pm. and Saturday's from 10am. If you don’t see what you want or need call in for a chat during these times and see how we can help you. For more information call 094 95 44295 or 087 3528942
Parent and Toddler Group
The Parent and Toddler Group meet Tuesdays at 10.30am in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. All welcome
Knitting Circle
The Knitting Circle meet Mondays at 7.30pm in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. All welcome
Bonus number
The latest winners of Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Kathleen Connolly,.and Michael & Emer Morrin, both winners receive €100 each for having number 07. Next draw next Saturday at 8 o’clock. Thank you for your support.
Welfare officer
A SOCIAL welfare officer will be in attendance every Thursday between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the Medical Centre, Tourmakeady.
Weekly bus service to Castlebar
Don’t forget that there is a weekly bus 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.
GAA lotto
THERE was no outright winner of the Tourmakeady GAA lotto. The numbers chosen were 3, 6, 14 and 30.
Consolation winners were Martin Prendergast, Ray Daly, Cappaduff, Frank Philbin, Gortmore, Christy Lally, Partry, and Sean Burke, Cappaduff.
Next week’s lotto draw takes place at O’Toole’s, Tourmakeady, with Michael Heneghan and co. on duty.
GAA registration
CLG Tuar Mhic Éadaigh registration night takes place on Saturday, March 3, at 8.30 p.m. in the clubhouse. All new members are welcome,Membership for 2012 is €40 juvenile, €120 family, €60 student, €100 senior/junior, €200 family plus silver circle and county board ticket (€20 discount).
The late Catherine Joyce
Tourmakeady community has said farewell to its oldest member at the age of 100. On Sunday, February 19, in the loving care of the management and staff of Hollymount Nursing Home, the peaceful death took place of Catherine Joyce, Tawnagh, Tourmakeady.Catherine would have celebrated her 101st birthday on March 20, but it wasn’t to be.
She was predeceased by her husband Michael in August 1986.Catherine was a hard-working lady and saw many changes, including a number of wars, and good times and bad times. She loved to meet people and had great time for visitors and relations from home or away, especially during her time at Hollymount Nursing Home.She loved music and was a great accordion player.
On Tuesday last her remains were removed to St. Mary’s Church, Tourmakeady, from the local funeral home. Burial took place on Wednesday following Mass celebrated by Fr. John Kenny, P.P., Ballyovey, assisted by Canon Desmond Grogan. Readings were given by Nora De Lance, Catherine’s niece, and Canon Desmond. Music and song were by Marie Hoban. Catherine is survived by her sister-in-law Mary, nieces Judy Fallon, Nora De Lance and Ann Lally, nephew Pat Folan, godson P.T. Sheridan, extended family in Ireland, England and the USA, neighbours and friends.
May her soul rest in peace.
Bingo
Bingo continues in Partry Community Centre every Monday at 8.45 p.m., with raffles and two jackpots. A great night out is in story for young and old.
Parish reunion meeting
The next meeting of the Tourmakeady 2012 parish reunion takes place on Tuesday, March 6, at 9 p.m. in Tourmakeady Hall. Half the tickets for the main dinner dance on August 3 in Paddy’s have been sold.
Other highlights will include the Beat on the Street on July 21, the agricultural show on July 22, golf classic on August 1, car treasure hunt on July 23, mini marathon on August 4, reunion dinner on August 3 and the visitors dance in the marquee by the lake on August 4.
Bookings can be made to (086) 2354440, (087) 6883624 or (087) 2157215.
Ladies GAA
Tourmakeady Ladies GAA team will commence training on Saturday next, March 3, at 11 a.m. at the local GAA pitch. All girls wishing to play this year are asked to attend this training session.
SERVE social night
Fancy a night of good food, fine wine and great live music? All this could be yours on Friday, March 2, at Paddy’s Bar, Tourmakeady, with hosts Cathy and Kevin O’Toole. There will be an array of starters followed by an amazing main course with lamb cooked over the fire, steaks, chicken, and more. A number of talented musicians will play on the night. The cost is just €15.
There will be envelopes on tables for contributions towards the SERVE project where 14 people from Mayo, along with leaders, will worked with the poor in the Philipines.
To book a table, contact Seamus Mac Eachmharcaigh on (087) 7955663 or Kevin O’Toole on (094) 9544055.
Card drive
Partry Athletic Football Club are holding a 25 card drive on Friday, March 30, at 9 p.m. in Partry Community Centre. There will be great prizes for the winners and also a raffle.All card players in the parish are asked to support this drive.
Údarás na Gaeltachta fir/mná
Tá scolaireachtaí printiseachta á dtairiscint faoi láthair i réimse leatan ceideanna. Tusimitheoir nó iarrthóir gur mian leo breis eolais a fháil i dtaobh na scolaireachtaí seo dean teagmhail leis, fón (091) 953139b roimh Márta 16.
Naíonra Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Tá Naíonra Thuar Mhic Éadaigh ag tógáil ainmneacha don scoilbhliain 1012/13 faoi láthair. Má tá páiste le clarú agat, cuit glaoch orainn chomh luath agus is feidir, Rita, (087) 1481848, nó Patricia, (087) 2741600.
Country show
Back by popular demand at Máire Luke’s, Tourmakeady, this Friday is the brilliant country show, with Stuart Moyles and his band. Coming on St. Patrick’s night are Sean Brennan and Denver Country. Social dancing continues every Wednesday from 8.30 to 10.30 p.m. and all are welcome.
Footballers in action
Tourmakeady senior footballers play Kilcommin in the Mayo Comortas Péil semi-final on the weekend of March 3 and 4 in Ballycastle. The final will be played on March 10 at 3.30 p.m., also in Ballycastle.
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
Some of the views expressed in these news items may not necessarily be those of the webmaster
Comhghairdeas le Tomás Ó Máille as Tuar Mhic Éadaigh a bronnadh Gradam Tom Pháidín Tom air Dé Domhnaigh seo caite mar gheall ar a chuid amhráin sean nós ag ócáid a bhí ar siúl Tí Hughes mar chuid do Éigse an Spidéil.
Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival
The Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival Friday March 23, Saturday March 24 and Sunday March 25 2012. Day 1 Balla – Ballintubber 16km Day 2 Ballintubber – Aghagower 25.5km Day 3 Aghagower – Murrisk 19 km On each of the 3 days walkers will be picked up at the finish point and brought back to the starting point. Further events will be organised throughout the year. For more details check out our website info@croaghpatrickheritagetrail.com
Renewable Energy Mayo
There will be a meeting re Renewable Energy Mayo in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh more details on the date of the meeting to follow soon.
St Patrick’s Day Draw
There will be a draw on St Patrick’s Day in the hall. Many prizes, including a generous food hamper, which is on display in O’Toole’s. Your support is appreciated.
Good Friday Annual Card Drive - Advance Notice
There will be a 25 Card Drive in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh on Good Friday at 9.00pm. Many good spot prizes. All welcome.
Irish Conversation
Irish Classes plus Comhrá are on Tuesdays in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh. The classes are aimed at people who wish to learn and improve their Irish and for those who wish to converse in Irish. Call 094-9544295 or 087 1162058 or just come on the night.
Digital Photography
Learn more about Digital Photography on Tuesdays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh from 7.00pm. Covering uploading photographs to your computer, creating folders, editing, saving to CD and USB flash drive, e-mailing photographs to friends and family, uploading photographs to Face book, storing photographs on sky drive Scanning old photographs, and renewing their appearance. Learn to take good photographs to advertise and sell household items and livestock, on Done Deal and Farm Ads websites. Learn to shop on E-bay and Amazon & other sites. The programme is learner centered, individual requirements catered for. Tel 094-95-44295 or 094-95-41610 or 087-6752801
Over 60’s
The Over 60’s club Thursdays in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, Tourmakeady at 2 p.m. All welcome.
Páirc Spraoi
Sample drawing of the planned ‘Páirc Spraoi’ for the Fairgreen now on display in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh or on the Tourmakeady website www.tourmakeady.com
Fund Raising for Páirc Spraoi
There will be a Mini Marathon during the Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Reunion on Saturday August 4 2012. All funds raised go towards the ‘Páirc Spraoi’ There will be more details later. A great event for all runners, joggers, and walkers. All are welcome.
Computer Information Technology courses
A brochure is available from Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, Tourmakeady outlining the many different courses that are available throughout the year. If you are a beginner or a skilled user there is something for you. Call in or phone 094 95 44295
Computer Classes
Classes in a range of IT applications such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Access etc PLUS new to the Centre customised tuition in other IT products such as design your own web page (business or private,) introduction to business accounts, computer security and maintenance, recent new developments in technology i.e. remote administration of your cctv system, pc, skype etc. Classes every Tuesday from 10am to 5pm. and 7.00pm to 9.00pm, Wednesday 7.00pm to 10pm. and Saturday's from 10am. If you don’t see what you want or need call in for a chat during these times and see how we can help you. For more information call 094 95 44295 or 087 3528942
Parent and Toddler Group
The Parent and Toddler Group meet Tuesdays at 10.30am in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. All welcome
Knitting Circle
The Knitting Circle meet Mondays at 7.30pm in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. All welcome
Bonus number
The latest winners of Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Kathleen Connolly,.and Michael & Emer Morrin, both winners receive €100 each for having number 07. Next draw next Saturday at 8 o’clock. Thank you for your support.
Welfare officer
A SOCIAL welfare officer will be in attendance every Thursday between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at the Medical Centre, Tourmakeady.
Weekly bus service to Castlebar
Don’t forget that there is a weekly bus 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.
GAA lotto
THERE was no outright winner of the Tourmakeady GAA lotto. The numbers chosen were 3, 6, 14 and 30.
Consolation winners were Martin Prendergast, Ray Daly, Cappaduff, Frank Philbin, Gortmore, Christy Lally, Partry, and Sean Burke, Cappaduff.
Next week’s lotto draw takes place at O’Toole’s, Tourmakeady, with Michael Heneghan and co. on duty.
GAA registration
CLG Tuar Mhic Éadaigh registration night takes place on Saturday, March 3, at 8.30 p.m. in the clubhouse. All new members are welcome,Membership for 2012 is €40 juvenile, €120 family, €60 student, €100 senior/junior, €200 family plus silver circle and county board ticket (€20 discount).
The late Catherine Joyce
Tourmakeady community has said farewell to its oldest member at the age of 100. On Sunday, February 19, in the loving care of the management and staff of Hollymount Nursing Home, the peaceful death took place of Catherine Joyce, Tawnagh, Tourmakeady.Catherine would have celebrated her 101st birthday on March 20, but it wasn’t to be.
She was predeceased by her husband Michael in August 1986.Catherine was a hard-working lady and saw many changes, including a number of wars, and good times and bad times. She loved to meet people and had great time for visitors and relations from home or away, especially during her time at Hollymount Nursing Home.She loved music and was a great accordion player.
On Tuesday last her remains were removed to St. Mary’s Church, Tourmakeady, from the local funeral home. Burial took place on Wednesday following Mass celebrated by Fr. John Kenny, P.P., Ballyovey, assisted by Canon Desmond Grogan. Readings were given by Nora De Lance, Catherine’s niece, and Canon Desmond. Music and song were by Marie Hoban. Catherine is survived by her sister-in-law Mary, nieces Judy Fallon, Nora De Lance and Ann Lally, nephew Pat Folan, godson P.T. Sheridan, extended family in Ireland, England and the USA, neighbours and friends.
May her soul rest in peace.
Bingo
Bingo continues in Partry Community Centre every Monday at 8.45 p.m., with raffles and two jackpots. A great night out is in story for young and old.
Parish reunion meeting
The next meeting of the Tourmakeady 2012 parish reunion takes place on Tuesday, March 6, at 9 p.m. in Tourmakeady Hall. Half the tickets for the main dinner dance on August 3 in Paddy’s have been sold.
Other highlights will include the Beat on the Street on July 21, the agricultural show on July 22, golf classic on August 1, car treasure hunt on July 23, mini marathon on August 4, reunion dinner on August 3 and the visitors dance in the marquee by the lake on August 4.
Bookings can be made to (086) 2354440, (087) 6883624 or (087) 2157215.
Ladies GAA
Tourmakeady Ladies GAA team will commence training on Saturday next, March 3, at 11 a.m. at the local GAA pitch. All girls wishing to play this year are asked to attend this training session.
SERVE social night
Fancy a night of good food, fine wine and great live music? All this could be yours on Friday, March 2, at Paddy’s Bar, Tourmakeady, with hosts Cathy and Kevin O’Toole. There will be an array of starters followed by an amazing main course with lamb cooked over the fire, steaks, chicken, and more. A number of talented musicians will play on the night. The cost is just €15.
There will be envelopes on tables for contributions towards the SERVE project where 14 people from Mayo, along with leaders, will worked with the poor in the Philipines.
To book a table, contact Seamus Mac Eachmharcaigh on (087) 7955663 or Kevin O’Toole on (094) 9544055.
Card drive
Partry Athletic Football Club are holding a 25 card drive on Friday, March 30, at 9 p.m. in Partry Community Centre. There will be great prizes for the winners and also a raffle.All card players in the parish are asked to support this drive.
Údarás na Gaeltachta fir/mná
Tá scolaireachtaí printiseachta á dtairiscint faoi láthair i réimse leatan ceideanna. Tusimitheoir nó iarrthóir gur mian leo breis eolais a fháil i dtaobh na scolaireachtaí seo dean teagmhail leis, fón (091) 953139b roimh Márta 16.
Naíonra Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Tá Naíonra Thuar Mhic Éadaigh ag tógáil ainmneacha don scoilbhliain 1012/13 faoi láthair. Má tá páiste le clarú agat, cuit glaoch orainn chomh luath agus is feidir, Rita, (087) 1481848, nó Patricia, (087) 2741600.
Country show
Back by popular demand at Máire Luke’s, Tourmakeady, this Friday is the brilliant country show, with Stuart Moyles and his band. Coming on St. Patrick’s night are Sean Brennan and Denver Country. Social dancing continues every Wednesday from 8.30 to 10.30 p.m. and all are welcome.
Footballers in action
Tourmakeady senior footballers play Kilcommin in the Mayo Comortas Péil semi-final on the weekend of March 3 and 4 in Ballycastle. The final will be played on March 10 at 3.30 p.m., also in Ballycastle.
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
Some of the views expressed in these news items may not necessarily be those of the webmaster
