Week ending November 24th 2013
Social Club (formerly Over 60’s) Christmas Lunch
The annual Christmas Lunch will take place in Paddy’s on Thursday 12th December at 3.00pm. All welcome.
Santa’s visit to Tourmakeady
Santa will be visiting Halla Tourmakeady on Sunday 15th December. Santa has confirmed his visit. You will meet Santa and there will be many activities such as testing your football skills, Wii, Storytime, colouring corner, Hair Braiding, Nail Painting etc. If anyone would like to donate home baking, jams, spot prizes, bottles or any unwanted gifts, the organisers would be very grateful. They may be left at the hall. Volunteers on the day would be very much appreciated
Holly Wreath / Door Garland Workshop Create your own Holly Wreath / Door Swag from scratch at this workshop. Each person will take home their own individually decorated wreaths ready to hang on their Hall Door. The cost for this workshop is €20 per person and must be paid for in advance to secure your place. There is a minimum of 15 people required to run the Workshop which will take place on Thursday December 5th 2013 in Halla Tourmakeady at 8.00pm. Please bring scissors and secateurs. Christmas refreshments. All welcome. More information or to book please contact 0949544295 or 087 1162058
Bonus number the winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Doris and Ronnie Wilson and John & Sarah Power each winner receives €100 for having bonus number 20. Thank you for your support.
THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES TAKE PLACE IN HALLA THUAR MHIC ÉADAIGH
Drama Classes: There are places available in the senior class (2nd-6th class) for this term. Classes 5-6pm Mondays in Tourmakeady Hall The Junior class (Jn Inf-1st Class) is full for this term. Enquiries: Niamh 0866072123.
Knitting Circle Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Mondays - children 6.00pm Adults 7.30pm. Telephone 087 765 7191
Parent & Toddler Group Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Tuesdays 10.30am - 12.30pm
Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Club Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Tuesdays 5.30pm to 7.00pm 7 years to 12 years
Ranganna Ceol Beidh ranganna ceol i Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh le GeraldineMcNamara tráthnóna Dé Céadaoin ag tosú ar an 18ú Meán Fómhair. Uirlisí: feadóg stáin, feadóg mhór, cairdín, fidil Costas: €40 le haghaidh an téarma (6 seachtaine) Tuilleadh eolais: Glaoigh ar Geraldine - 087 818 8068 Traditional music classes in Tourmakeady Hall Wednesdays Instruments taught include: tin whistle, flute, accordion, fiddle. Enquiries Geraldine 087 818 8068
Irish Classes Wednesdays from 7.00 – 8.30pm Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Zumba Bootcamp lightweights & tone up.Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Wednesdays 8pm to 9pm.
Club Sóisialta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Over 60’s) Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Thursdays 2.00pm
Patchwork Classes Thursdays from 8.00 to 10.00pm in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Computer Club Thursdays from 4pm to 6pm and 7pm to 9pm. Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh
Pilates Classes Thursdays 8.30pm to 9.30pm in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Strenuous Walking Group meets Mondays & Fridays O’Toole’s Tourmakeady at 8pm
Dancing classes
A new series of dancing classes will start at Partry Community Centre, on Friday, November 22, at 8.30 p.m., with all dances catered for. It is open to everyone in the parish.
Tourmakeady demoted
On Sunday, November 10, Davitts senior footballers came to the Gaeltach for one league point for survival but they got both points and in turn demoted Tourmakeady to division 1B, on a score of Davitts 1-9 to Tourmakeady 0-10. The half-time score looked good for the hosts Tourmakeady 0-8 to Davitts 0-1. However, a gift goal midway through was the turning stage of this disappointing month.
Bingo game
Bingo continues every Monday, at 8.45 p.m. in Partry Community Centre, with two jackpots every week. There is a big special bingo on November 25.
Annual general meeting
The annual general meeting of Colaiste Mhuire company will take place on Thursday, November 21, at 7.30 p.m. in The Colaiste. All members are asked to be in attendance.
GAA lotto results
There was no outright winner of the Tourmakeady GAA lotto draw on November 9, at Maire Lukes Bar and Restaurant.
The numbers drawn were 2, 8, 13 and 17. Consolation winners were Ron Bourke, Portroyal, Tom and Mary Cushlough, Eliis and Rosa Heneghan, Churchfield, Donna Rogan and Caroline McDonald. The next jackpot draw of €6,500 will take place next Saturday. Tickets are on sale throughout the parish.
Partry residents bonus number game winners
The latest winners of the Partry residents bonus number game were Maura Gibbons, Gallagh and Maureen Heneghn, Partry. They each receive €100 for choosing number 28. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
50-50 draw winner
Winner of The Colaiste Mhuire 50-50 draw on Friday, November 8, was Sinead Gielty, with €267.
Engagements
Congratulations to Ciarra Byrne, daughter of Eileen and Tom Byrne, Portroyal, Partry, on her engagement to John Russell, Moycullen, Co. Galway.
Best wishes to them with their future plans. Ciarra is granddaughter of John and Peggy Byrne, Portroyal, Partry.
Also to Teresa and John Lally, Shangorth, Srah, on the engagement of their daughter Caroline to Paul Thomas, Ballyheane, Castlebar. Good luck to this happy couple in their future life together.
Sympathy
Sympathy is extended to Nora Lally, Gallagh, Partry, on the death in England of her nephew John Kenny, son of Mary Kate Kenny R.I.P. formerly Mary Kate Malone, Cappaduff, Tourmakeady.
John was also nephew of Peggy O’Malley, Westport. Burial has taken place in England. May his soul rest in peace.
Death
Sympathy to Kathleen and Willie Feeley, Mayfield, Claremorris, on the sudden death of their son Alan Feeley, aged 28 years, following a brain Haemorrhage in Limerick, on Monday, November 11.
Alan’s mother Kathleen was formerly Kathleen Molloy, Tourmakeady, daughter of Sadie and the late Sean Molloy R.I.P. Willie won a junior medal with Tourmakeady GAA team in 1979 and assisted Tourmakeady to their intermediate success in the early 80s.
Alan, who played for Claremorris the previous day was brother of Hugh, Donal and Liam and nephew to Ina Gibbons, Treenlair, Tourmakeady, Sean Molloy, Cappaduff, Deirdre Gallagher, Tom Molloy, Noel Molloy and Michael Molloy, all Chicago.
Sympathy to the Feeley and Molloy families. May Alan’s gentle soul rest with the Lord.
Pool final
Well done to Martin McDonald, on winning the Tourmakeady pool final at Maire Lukes Bar and Restaurant. It was a great competition hosted by Maire Lukes. Martin defeated Pat Heneghan in a nail biting final.
The annual Christmas Lunch will take place in Paddy’s on Thursday 12th December at 3.00pm. All welcome.
Santa’s visit to Tourmakeady
Santa will be visiting Halla Tourmakeady on Sunday 15th December. Santa has confirmed his visit. You will meet Santa and there will be many activities such as testing your football skills, Wii, Storytime, colouring corner, Hair Braiding, Nail Painting etc. If anyone would like to donate home baking, jams, spot prizes, bottles or any unwanted gifts, the organisers would be very grateful. They may be left at the hall. Volunteers on the day would be very much appreciated
Holly Wreath / Door Garland Workshop Create your own Holly Wreath / Door Swag from scratch at this workshop. Each person will take home their own individually decorated wreaths ready to hang on their Hall Door. The cost for this workshop is €20 per person and must be paid for in advance to secure your place. There is a minimum of 15 people required to run the Workshop which will take place on Thursday December 5th 2013 in Halla Tourmakeady at 8.00pm. Please bring scissors and secateurs. Christmas refreshments. All welcome. More information or to book please contact 0949544295 or 087 1162058
Bonus number the winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Doris and Ronnie Wilson and John & Sarah Power each winner receives €100 for having bonus number 20. Thank you for your support.
THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES TAKE PLACE IN HALLA THUAR MHIC ÉADAIGH
Drama Classes: There are places available in the senior class (2nd-6th class) for this term. Classes 5-6pm Mondays in Tourmakeady Hall The Junior class (Jn Inf-1st Class) is full for this term. Enquiries: Niamh 0866072123.
Knitting Circle Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Mondays - children 6.00pm Adults 7.30pm. Telephone 087 765 7191
Parent & Toddler Group Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Tuesdays 10.30am - 12.30pm
Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Club Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Tuesdays 5.30pm to 7.00pm 7 years to 12 years
Ranganna Ceol Beidh ranganna ceol i Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh le GeraldineMcNamara tráthnóna Dé Céadaoin ag tosú ar an 18ú Meán Fómhair. Uirlisí: feadóg stáin, feadóg mhór, cairdín, fidil Costas: €40 le haghaidh an téarma (6 seachtaine) Tuilleadh eolais: Glaoigh ar Geraldine - 087 818 8068 Traditional music classes in Tourmakeady Hall Wednesdays Instruments taught include: tin whistle, flute, accordion, fiddle. Enquiries Geraldine 087 818 8068
Irish Classes Wednesdays from 7.00 – 8.30pm Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Zumba Bootcamp lightweights & tone up.Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Wednesdays 8pm to 9pm.
Club Sóisialta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Over 60’s) Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Thursdays 2.00pm
Patchwork Classes Thursdays from 8.00 to 10.00pm in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Computer Club Thursdays from 4pm to 6pm and 7pm to 9pm. Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh
Pilates Classes Thursdays 8.30pm to 9.30pm in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Strenuous Walking Group meets Mondays & Fridays O’Toole’s Tourmakeady at 8pm
Dancing classes
A new series of dancing classes will start at Partry Community Centre, on Friday, November 22, at 8.30 p.m., with all dances catered for. It is open to everyone in the parish.
Tourmakeady demoted
On Sunday, November 10, Davitts senior footballers came to the Gaeltach for one league point for survival but they got both points and in turn demoted Tourmakeady to division 1B, on a score of Davitts 1-9 to Tourmakeady 0-10. The half-time score looked good for the hosts Tourmakeady 0-8 to Davitts 0-1. However, a gift goal midway through was the turning stage of this disappointing month.
Bingo game
Bingo continues every Monday, at 8.45 p.m. in Partry Community Centre, with two jackpots every week. There is a big special bingo on November 25.
Annual general meeting
The annual general meeting of Colaiste Mhuire company will take place on Thursday, November 21, at 7.30 p.m. in The Colaiste. All members are asked to be in attendance.
GAA lotto results
There was no outright winner of the Tourmakeady GAA lotto draw on November 9, at Maire Lukes Bar and Restaurant.
The numbers drawn were 2, 8, 13 and 17. Consolation winners were Ron Bourke, Portroyal, Tom and Mary Cushlough, Eliis and Rosa Heneghan, Churchfield, Donna Rogan and Caroline McDonald. The next jackpot draw of €6,500 will take place next Saturday. Tickets are on sale throughout the parish.
Partry residents bonus number game winners
The latest winners of the Partry residents bonus number game were Maura Gibbons, Gallagh and Maureen Heneghn, Partry. They each receive €100 for choosing number 28. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
50-50 draw winner
Winner of The Colaiste Mhuire 50-50 draw on Friday, November 8, was Sinead Gielty, with €267.
Engagements
Congratulations to Ciarra Byrne, daughter of Eileen and Tom Byrne, Portroyal, Partry, on her engagement to John Russell, Moycullen, Co. Galway.
Best wishes to them with their future plans. Ciarra is granddaughter of John and Peggy Byrne, Portroyal, Partry.
Also to Teresa and John Lally, Shangorth, Srah, on the engagement of their daughter Caroline to Paul Thomas, Ballyheane, Castlebar. Good luck to this happy couple in their future life together.
Sympathy
Sympathy is extended to Nora Lally, Gallagh, Partry, on the death in England of her nephew John Kenny, son of Mary Kate Kenny R.I.P. formerly Mary Kate Malone, Cappaduff, Tourmakeady.
John was also nephew of Peggy O’Malley, Westport. Burial has taken place in England. May his soul rest in peace.
Death
Sympathy to Kathleen and Willie Feeley, Mayfield, Claremorris, on the sudden death of their son Alan Feeley, aged 28 years, following a brain Haemorrhage in Limerick, on Monday, November 11.
Alan’s mother Kathleen was formerly Kathleen Molloy, Tourmakeady, daughter of Sadie and the late Sean Molloy R.I.P. Willie won a junior medal with Tourmakeady GAA team in 1979 and assisted Tourmakeady to their intermediate success in the early 80s.
Alan, who played for Claremorris the previous day was brother of Hugh, Donal and Liam and nephew to Ina Gibbons, Treenlair, Tourmakeady, Sean Molloy, Cappaduff, Deirdre Gallagher, Tom Molloy, Noel Molloy and Michael Molloy, all Chicago.
Sympathy to the Feeley and Molloy families. May Alan’s gentle soul rest with the Lord.
Pool final
Well done to Martin McDonald, on winning the Tourmakeady pool final at Maire Lukes Bar and Restaurant. It was a great competition hosted by Maire Lukes. Martin defeated Pat Heneghan in a nail biting final.
Week ending November 17th 2013
Páirc Spraoi Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
The Directors of the Coiste Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Teo wish to sincerely thank the community for their support and help with the Páirc Spraoi Project. Thank you to all the sponsors, the donations of money from local organisations, individuals, fundraising activities and all the helpers (seen and unseen) who made the Páirc Spraoi Thuar Mhic Éadaigh project possible and such a success. We believe that the project has provided a great facility for the area and that everyone will find it a great place to meet and a source of well being. We would like to record our thanks to Mayo County Council, The Sports Capital Programme – administered by Minister Michael Ring’s department, South West Mayo Development Company – Leader Programme and Údarás na Gaeltachta. Thank you.
Cúrsa i bhFiontraíocht Gnó. Beidh an Cúrsa i bhFiontraíocht Gnó ag tosú san Halla Pobail ar an Céadaoin 13 Samhain @ 7.00 i.n. Beidh an cúrsa ar siúl ar feadh ceithre seachtainí. Má tá suim agat freastal cuir glaoch ar oifig an Halla ag 094-9544295 roimh Dé Céadaoin. Táille an cúrsa €20. Urraithe ag Údarás na Gaeltachta.
Business Enterprise Course: This Course will start in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh on Wednesday 13th November @ 7pm. If you are interested in attending, you can contact the hall at 094-9544295 before next Wednesday. Course fee €20.00. Sponsored by Údarás na Gaeltachta.
Important Reminder - Rules and Regulations
(including Safety Notice) for Páirc Spraoi Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Rialacha do Páirc Spraoi Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Céard is Ceart agus nach Ceart a dhéanamh/ Do’s and Don’ts:
● Cosc ar chaint Mhaslach / No abusive language
● Cosc ar rothaíocht / No cycling
● Cosc ar Ólachán / No Drinking
● Cosc ar Shíománaíocht / No Loitering
● Cosc ar Mhadraí / No dogs
●Cosc ar Thobac / No smoking
● Cosc ar Rancás / No horse play
● Ní mór do pháistí a bheith faoi mhaoirseacht i gcónaí / Children to be supervised at all times
● Go raibh maith agat as do bhruscar a dhiúscairt / Thank you for disposing of your litter
● Bain sult as an bPáirc, ná bain mí-úsáid aisti. Bí ag súgradh go sábháilte.
● Please enjoy the Park and don’t abuse it. Play Safely.
● TCl i bhfeidhm CCTV in operation
● Fógra do Chustaiméirí / Customer Notice:
● Tá tuismitheoirí / cúramóirí freagrach as maoirseacht a bpáistí féin Parents /
● Carers are responsible for the supervision of their own children.
● Uimhir Theagmhála / Contact 094 90 20000 or 094 9544295
Bonus number the winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are David & Yvonne Finn and John & Marie O’Brien each winner receives €100 for having bonus number 41. Thank you for your support.
THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES TAKE PLACE IN HALLA THUAR MHIC ÉADAIGH
Drama Classes: There are places available in the Senior class (2nd-6th class) for this term. Classes 5-6pm Mondays in Tourmakeady Hall The Junior class (Jn Inf-1st Class) is full for this term. Enquiries: Niamh 0866072123.
Knitting Circle Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Mondays - children 6.00pm Adults 7.30pm. Telephone 087 765 7191
Parent & Toddler Group Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Tuesdays 10.30am - 12.30pm
Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Club Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Tuesdays 5.30pm to 7.00pm 7 years to 12 years
Ranganna Ceol Beidh ranganna ceol i Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh le GeraldineMcNamara tráthnóna Dé Céadaoin ag tosú ar an 18ú Meán Fómhair. Uirlisí: feadóg stáin, feadóg mhór, cairdín, fidil Costas: €40 le haghaidh an téarma (6 seachtaine) Tuilleadh eolais: Glaoigh ar Geraldine - 087 818 8068 Traditional music classes in Tourmakeady Hall Wednesdays Instruments taught include: tin whistle, flute, accordion, fiddle. Enquiries Geraldine 087 818 8068
Irish Classes Wednesdays from 7.00 – 8.30pm Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Zumba Bootcamp lightweights & tone up.Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Wednesdays 8pm to 9pm.
Club Sóisialta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Over 60’s) Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Thursdays 2.00pm
Patchwork Classes Thursdays from 8.00 to 10.00pm in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Computer Club Thursdays from 4pm to 6pm and 7pm to 9pm. Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh
Pilates Classes Thursdays 8.30pm to 9.30pm in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Strenuous Walking Group meets Mondays & Fridays O’Toole’s Tourmakeady at 8pm
Engaged
CONGRATULATIONS to David Prendergast, son of Mary and Willie, Gortmore, Tourmakeady, on his engagement to Miss Deirdre Cunningham, Carrabaun, Westport.
Best of luck to them both. David is a prominent member of the Tourmakeady senior team.
Bonus winners
Well done to Tommy Lally and Fr. John Kenny, P.P., on winning the Partry residents bonus number on November 2. Both will receive €100.
Draw
Colaiste Muire, Tourmakeady, have their 50/50 weekly draw every Friday and the winner on 1st November was Mary Walsh, Taughan, Claremorris. Tickets are now on sale in Corrigan’s Store, Ballintubber. The winner each week collects half of the takings.
Dancing
A new series of dancing classes will start at Partry Community Centre on Friday, November 22, with all dances catered for by a special teacher. It is open to everyone in the parish and all are welcome on the floor at 8.30.
The Directors of the Coiste Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Teo wish to sincerely thank the community for their support and help with the Páirc Spraoi Project. Thank you to all the sponsors, the donations of money from local organisations, individuals, fundraising activities and all the helpers (seen and unseen) who made the Páirc Spraoi Thuar Mhic Éadaigh project possible and such a success. We believe that the project has provided a great facility for the area and that everyone will find it a great place to meet and a source of well being. We would like to record our thanks to Mayo County Council, The Sports Capital Programme – administered by Minister Michael Ring’s department, South West Mayo Development Company – Leader Programme and Údarás na Gaeltachta. Thank you.
Cúrsa i bhFiontraíocht Gnó. Beidh an Cúrsa i bhFiontraíocht Gnó ag tosú san Halla Pobail ar an Céadaoin 13 Samhain @ 7.00 i.n. Beidh an cúrsa ar siúl ar feadh ceithre seachtainí. Má tá suim agat freastal cuir glaoch ar oifig an Halla ag 094-9544295 roimh Dé Céadaoin. Táille an cúrsa €20. Urraithe ag Údarás na Gaeltachta.
Business Enterprise Course: This Course will start in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh on Wednesday 13th November @ 7pm. If you are interested in attending, you can contact the hall at 094-9544295 before next Wednesday. Course fee €20.00. Sponsored by Údarás na Gaeltachta.
Important Reminder - Rules and Regulations
(including Safety Notice) for Páirc Spraoi Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Rialacha do Páirc Spraoi Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Céard is Ceart agus nach Ceart a dhéanamh/ Do’s and Don’ts:
● Cosc ar chaint Mhaslach / No abusive language
● Cosc ar rothaíocht / No cycling
● Cosc ar Ólachán / No Drinking
● Cosc ar Shíománaíocht / No Loitering
● Cosc ar Mhadraí / No dogs
●Cosc ar Thobac / No smoking
● Cosc ar Rancás / No horse play
● Ní mór do pháistí a bheith faoi mhaoirseacht i gcónaí / Children to be supervised at all times
● Go raibh maith agat as do bhruscar a dhiúscairt / Thank you for disposing of your litter
● Bain sult as an bPáirc, ná bain mí-úsáid aisti. Bí ag súgradh go sábháilte.
● Please enjoy the Park and don’t abuse it. Play Safely.
● TCl i bhfeidhm CCTV in operation
● Fógra do Chustaiméirí / Customer Notice:
● Tá tuismitheoirí / cúramóirí freagrach as maoirseacht a bpáistí féin Parents /
● Carers are responsible for the supervision of their own children.
● Uimhir Theagmhála / Contact 094 90 20000 or 094 9544295
Bonus number the winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are David & Yvonne Finn and John & Marie O’Brien each winner receives €100 for having bonus number 41. Thank you for your support.
THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES TAKE PLACE IN HALLA THUAR MHIC ÉADAIGH
Drama Classes: There are places available in the Senior class (2nd-6th class) for this term. Classes 5-6pm Mondays in Tourmakeady Hall The Junior class (Jn Inf-1st Class) is full for this term. Enquiries: Niamh 0866072123.
Knitting Circle Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Mondays - children 6.00pm Adults 7.30pm. Telephone 087 765 7191
Parent & Toddler Group Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Tuesdays 10.30am - 12.30pm
Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Club Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Tuesdays 5.30pm to 7.00pm 7 years to 12 years
Ranganna Ceol Beidh ranganna ceol i Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh le GeraldineMcNamara tráthnóna Dé Céadaoin ag tosú ar an 18ú Meán Fómhair. Uirlisí: feadóg stáin, feadóg mhór, cairdín, fidil Costas: €40 le haghaidh an téarma (6 seachtaine) Tuilleadh eolais: Glaoigh ar Geraldine - 087 818 8068 Traditional music classes in Tourmakeady Hall Wednesdays Instruments taught include: tin whistle, flute, accordion, fiddle. Enquiries Geraldine 087 818 8068
Irish Classes Wednesdays from 7.00 – 8.30pm Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Zumba Bootcamp lightweights & tone up.Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Wednesdays 8pm to 9pm.
Club Sóisialta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Over 60’s) Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Thursdays 2.00pm
Patchwork Classes Thursdays from 8.00 to 10.00pm in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Computer Club Thursdays from 4pm to 6pm and 7pm to 9pm. Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh
Pilates Classes Thursdays 8.30pm to 9.30pm in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Strenuous Walking Group meets Mondays & Fridays O’Toole’s Tourmakeady at 8pm
Engaged
CONGRATULATIONS to David Prendergast, son of Mary and Willie, Gortmore, Tourmakeady, on his engagement to Miss Deirdre Cunningham, Carrabaun, Westport.
Best of luck to them both. David is a prominent member of the Tourmakeady senior team.
Bonus winners
Well done to Tommy Lally and Fr. John Kenny, P.P., on winning the Partry residents bonus number on November 2. Both will receive €100.
Draw
Colaiste Muire, Tourmakeady, have their 50/50 weekly draw every Friday and the winner on 1st November was Mary Walsh, Taughan, Claremorris. Tickets are now on sale in Corrigan’s Store, Ballintubber. The winner each week collects half of the takings.
Dancing
A new series of dancing classes will start at Partry Community Centre on Friday, November 22, with all dances catered for by a special teacher. It is open to everyone in the parish and all are welcome on the floor at 8.30.
Week ending November 10th 2013
Páirc Spraoi Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
The Directors of the Coiste Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Teo wish to sincerely thank the community for their support and help with the Páirc Spraoi Project. Thank you to all the sponsors, the donations of money from local organisations, individuals, fundraising activities and all the helpers (seen and unseen) who made the Páirc Spraoi Thuar Mhic Éadaigh project possible and such a success. We believe that the project has provided a great facility for the area and that everyone will find it a great place to meet and a source of well being. We would like to record our thanks to Mayo County Council, The Sports Capital Programme – administered by Minister Michael Ring’s department, South West Mayo Development Company – Leader Programme and Údarás na Gaeltachta. Thank you.
Cúrsa i bhFiontraíocht Gnó. Beidh an Cúrsa i bhFiontraíocht Gnó ag tosú san Halla Pobail ar an Céadaoin 13 Samhain @ 7.00 i.n. Beidh an cúrsa ar siúl ar feadh ceithre seachtainí. Má tá suim agat freastal cuir glaoch ar oifig an Halla ag 094-9544295 roimh Dé Céadaoin. Táille an cúrsa €20. Urraithe ag Údarás na Gaeltachta.
Business Enterprise Course: This Course will start in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh on Wednesday 13th November @ 7pm. If you are interested in attending, you can contact the hall at 094-9544295 before next Wednesday. Course fee €20.00. Sponsored by Údarás na Gaeltachta.
Important Reminder - Rules and Regulations
(including Safety Notice) for Páirc Spraoi Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Rialacha do Páirc Spraoi Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Céard is Ceart agus nach Ceart a dhéanamh/ Do’s and Don’ts:
● Cosc ar chaint Mhaslach / No abusive language
● Cosc ar rothaíocht / No cycling
● Cosc ar Ólachán / No Drinking
● Cosc ar Shíománaíocht / No Loitering
● Cosc ar Mhadraí / No dogs
●Cosc ar Thobac / No smoking
● Cosc ar Rancás / No horse play
● Ní mór do pháistí a bheith faoi mhaoirseacht i gcónaí / Children to be supervised at all times
● Go raibh maith agat as do bhruscar a dhiúscairt / Thank you for disposing of your litter
● Bain sult as an bPáirc, ná bain mí-úsáid aisti. Bí ag súgradh go sábháilte.
● Please enjoy the Park and don’t abuse it. Play Safely.
● TCl i bhfeidhm CCTV in operation
● Fógra do Chustaiméirí / Customer Notice:
● Tá tuismitheoirí / cúramóirí freagrach as maoirseacht a bpáistí féin Parents /
● Carers are responsible for the supervision of their own children.
● Uimhir Theagmhála / Contact 094 90 20000 or 094 9544295
Bonus number the winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are David & Yvonne Finn and John & Marie O’Brien each winner receives €100 for having bonus number 41. Thank you for your support.
THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES TAKE PLACE in HALLA THUAR MHIC ÉADAIGH
Drama Classes: There are places available in the Senior class (2nd-6th class) for this term. Classes 5-6pm Mondays in Tourmakeady Hall The Junior class (Jn Inf-1st Class) is full for this term. Enquiries: Niamh 0866072123.
Knitting Circle Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Mondays - children 6.00pm Adults 7.30pm. Telephone 087 765 7191
Parent & Toddler Group Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Tuesdays 10.30am - 12.30pm
Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Club Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Tuesdays 5.30pm to 7.00pm 7 years to 12 years
Ranganna Ceol Beidh ranganna ceol i Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh le GeraldineMcNamara tráthnóna Dé Céadaoin ag tosú ar an 18ú Meán Fómhair. Uirlisí: feadóg stáin, feadóg mhór, cairdín, fidil Costas: €40 le haghaidh an téarma (6 seachtaine) Tuilleadh eolais: Glaoigh ar Geraldine - 087 818 8068 Traditional music classes in Tourmakeady Hall Wednesdays Instruments taught include: tin whistle, flute, accordion, fiddle. Enquiries Geraldine 087 818 8068
Irish Classes Wednesdays from 7.00 – 8.30pm Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Zumba Bootcamp lightweights & tone up.Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Wednesdays 8pm to 9pm.
Club Sóisialta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Over 60’s) Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Thursdays 2.00pm
Patchwork Classes Thursdays from 8.00 to 10.00pm in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Computer Club Thursdays from 4pm to 6pm and 7pm to 9pm. Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh
Pilates Classes Thursdays 8.30pm to 9.30pm in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Strenuous Walking Group meets Mondays & Fridays O’Toole’s Tourmakeady at 8pm
Tourmakeady connections
The 2013 county football champions Castlebar Mitchels have a few Tourmakeady connections. Twin brothers numbers 7 and 13, are sons of Mary Ann Dolan, formerly Upper Churchfield. The boys Patrick and James Durcan put on a great show.
A second set of brothers number 10 Neil Lydon and substitute Jamie Lydon are sons of Sean Lydon, Cappaduff, Tourmakeady. The first sub Rory Byrne is son of Barbara Gibbons, Tawnagh, Tourmakeady, and grandson of Kathleen and Paddy Gibbons.
Draw winner
Well done to Brian Gibbons, Churchfield Upper, Tourmakeady, winner of the 50-50 draw on Friday, October 26, at Colaisti Mhuire, Tourmakeady. This young boy collected over €250 for his winnings. There is a draw every Friday at The Colaiste. All proceeds go towards great facilities in Tourmakeady.
Death
The tragic death has taken place following an accident in New York of Kevin Taylor, son of Mike and Helen Taylor, and grandson of the late Matt and Ellen Duffy, Churchfield, Tourmakeady.
In his teenage years, Kevin had plans to come to Ireland and Tourmakeady when he completed college. He is also survived by his brother Matthew Taylor, in New York. Kevin was nephew of Martin and Paul Duffy, Churchfield, Tourmakeady.
He was laid to rest in New York, and a number of cousins attended from the Tourmakeady area. May his soul rest in peace.
Sympathy is extended to Helen, Mike, Matthew and all the Taylor and Duffy families in Mayo and New York.
Lotto results
The Tourmakeady GAA lotto was not won on October 27, at The Lough Mask Inn. The numbers chosen were 3, 10, 26 and 27. The consolation winners were Peadar O’Cathain, Pairc A Doire, Pat McGovern, Robeen, Joe Heneghan, Treen, Matt Dever, Ballybannon and David Prendergast, Gortmore.
The jackpot will be €6,300 for the draw on Saturday next. Tickets are €2 or three for €5 and are on sale throughout the parish.
Tourmakeady senior team got a crucial point on Saturday, in Clogher. Both teams were very much under strength and the final score was Ballintubber 1-11 to Tourmakeady 0-14.
Waterfall Magazine
The 27th season of the annual Tourmakeady Waterfall Magazine has arrived and the usual request goes out for much wanted material including old and new photographs, articles, poems, history and advertisements for full and half pages.
Thanks to all the hard working voluntary committee. All material should be left in to The Village Inn, or Corrigans, Ballintubber or [email protected]. Everything must be in by Sunday, November 10.
Wedding bells
On Saturday, October 26, the marriage took place between Ms. Aoife McDonagh, daughter of Mary and the late Jimmy McDonagh, Headford and Mr. Ronan Bourke, son of Kathleen and Sean Bourke, Partry, Claremorris.
The lovely ceremony was performed by Fr. Ray Flaherty, assisted by Canon Desmond Grogan.
Best man on the day was Sean Og Bourke. Groomsman was Brendan Garry. Bridesmaids were Karina McDonagh and Lorraine Flynn. Flower girl was Karina Bourke and page boy was Conor Bourke.
Readers were Frances McDonagh and Michelle Duddy, with reflection given by Ellen Browne. Hymns were sung by Michelle Conroy, Brendan Duignan and Honor Tuohy.
The reception was held at The Knockranny Hotel, Westport. Aoife and Ronan are wished many happy years together.
New baby boy
Congratulations to Tanya and Colm O’Chonghaile on the birth of their son Ronan at Mayo General Hospital, Castlebar.
Sincere sympathy
Sincere sympathy is extended to Sheila and William Barker, Gortfree, Tourmakeady, on the death of Sheila’s mother Mrs. Frances O’Connor, New Street, Ballinrobe. Mrs. O’Connor is also mother of Martin O’Connor, husband of Noreen O’Neill, formerly Derryveeney, Tourmakeady.
Frances was laid to rest following 11.30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, November 3, in Ballinrobe. May her soul rest in peace.
Bereavement
The death has taken place following an illness of Jimmy Murphy, husband of Mary Heneghan, formerly of Treen, Tourmakeady.
A native of Kilkenny Jimmy R.I.P was brother-in-law of Joe Heneghan, Treen, Tourmakeady, Noreen Hynes, ClareGalway and Johnny Heneghan, Roscommon.
Sympathy to all the Murphy and Heneghan families. May he rest in peace.
The Directors of the Coiste Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Teo wish to sincerely thank the community for their support and help with the Páirc Spraoi Project. Thank you to all the sponsors, the donations of money from local organisations, individuals, fundraising activities and all the helpers (seen and unseen) who made the Páirc Spraoi Thuar Mhic Éadaigh project possible and such a success. We believe that the project has provided a great facility for the area and that everyone will find it a great place to meet and a source of well being. We would like to record our thanks to Mayo County Council, The Sports Capital Programme – administered by Minister Michael Ring’s department, South West Mayo Development Company – Leader Programme and Údarás na Gaeltachta. Thank you.
Cúrsa i bhFiontraíocht Gnó. Beidh an Cúrsa i bhFiontraíocht Gnó ag tosú san Halla Pobail ar an Céadaoin 13 Samhain @ 7.00 i.n. Beidh an cúrsa ar siúl ar feadh ceithre seachtainí. Má tá suim agat freastal cuir glaoch ar oifig an Halla ag 094-9544295 roimh Dé Céadaoin. Táille an cúrsa €20. Urraithe ag Údarás na Gaeltachta.
Business Enterprise Course: This Course will start in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh on Wednesday 13th November @ 7pm. If you are interested in attending, you can contact the hall at 094-9544295 before next Wednesday. Course fee €20.00. Sponsored by Údarás na Gaeltachta.
Important Reminder - Rules and Regulations
(including Safety Notice) for Páirc Spraoi Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Rialacha do Páirc Spraoi Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Céard is Ceart agus nach Ceart a dhéanamh/ Do’s and Don’ts:
● Cosc ar chaint Mhaslach / No abusive language
● Cosc ar rothaíocht / No cycling
● Cosc ar Ólachán / No Drinking
● Cosc ar Shíománaíocht / No Loitering
● Cosc ar Mhadraí / No dogs
●Cosc ar Thobac / No smoking
● Cosc ar Rancás / No horse play
● Ní mór do pháistí a bheith faoi mhaoirseacht i gcónaí / Children to be supervised at all times
● Go raibh maith agat as do bhruscar a dhiúscairt / Thank you for disposing of your litter
● Bain sult as an bPáirc, ná bain mí-úsáid aisti. Bí ag súgradh go sábháilte.
● Please enjoy the Park and don’t abuse it. Play Safely.
● TCl i bhfeidhm CCTV in operation
● Fógra do Chustaiméirí / Customer Notice:
● Tá tuismitheoirí / cúramóirí freagrach as maoirseacht a bpáistí féin Parents /
● Carers are responsible for the supervision of their own children.
● Uimhir Theagmhála / Contact 094 90 20000 or 094 9544295
Bonus number the winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are David & Yvonne Finn and John & Marie O’Brien each winner receives €100 for having bonus number 41. Thank you for your support.
THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES TAKE PLACE in HALLA THUAR MHIC ÉADAIGH
Drama Classes: There are places available in the Senior class (2nd-6th class) for this term. Classes 5-6pm Mondays in Tourmakeady Hall The Junior class (Jn Inf-1st Class) is full for this term. Enquiries: Niamh 0866072123.
Knitting Circle Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Mondays - children 6.00pm Adults 7.30pm. Telephone 087 765 7191
Parent & Toddler Group Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Tuesdays 10.30am - 12.30pm
Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Club Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Tuesdays 5.30pm to 7.00pm 7 years to 12 years
Ranganna Ceol Beidh ranganna ceol i Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh le GeraldineMcNamara tráthnóna Dé Céadaoin ag tosú ar an 18ú Meán Fómhair. Uirlisí: feadóg stáin, feadóg mhór, cairdín, fidil Costas: €40 le haghaidh an téarma (6 seachtaine) Tuilleadh eolais: Glaoigh ar Geraldine - 087 818 8068 Traditional music classes in Tourmakeady Hall Wednesdays Instruments taught include: tin whistle, flute, accordion, fiddle. Enquiries Geraldine 087 818 8068
Irish Classes Wednesdays from 7.00 – 8.30pm Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Zumba Bootcamp lightweights & tone up.Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Wednesdays 8pm to 9pm.
Club Sóisialta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Over 60’s) Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Thursdays 2.00pm
Patchwork Classes Thursdays from 8.00 to 10.00pm in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Computer Club Thursdays from 4pm to 6pm and 7pm to 9pm. Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh
Pilates Classes Thursdays 8.30pm to 9.30pm in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Strenuous Walking Group meets Mondays & Fridays O’Toole’s Tourmakeady at 8pm
Tourmakeady connections
The 2013 county football champions Castlebar Mitchels have a few Tourmakeady connections. Twin brothers numbers 7 and 13, are sons of Mary Ann Dolan, formerly Upper Churchfield. The boys Patrick and James Durcan put on a great show.
A second set of brothers number 10 Neil Lydon and substitute Jamie Lydon are sons of Sean Lydon, Cappaduff, Tourmakeady. The first sub Rory Byrne is son of Barbara Gibbons, Tawnagh, Tourmakeady, and grandson of Kathleen and Paddy Gibbons.
Draw winner
Well done to Brian Gibbons, Churchfield Upper, Tourmakeady, winner of the 50-50 draw on Friday, October 26, at Colaisti Mhuire, Tourmakeady. This young boy collected over €250 for his winnings. There is a draw every Friday at The Colaiste. All proceeds go towards great facilities in Tourmakeady.
Death
The tragic death has taken place following an accident in New York of Kevin Taylor, son of Mike and Helen Taylor, and grandson of the late Matt and Ellen Duffy, Churchfield, Tourmakeady.
In his teenage years, Kevin had plans to come to Ireland and Tourmakeady when he completed college. He is also survived by his brother Matthew Taylor, in New York. Kevin was nephew of Martin and Paul Duffy, Churchfield, Tourmakeady.
He was laid to rest in New York, and a number of cousins attended from the Tourmakeady area. May his soul rest in peace.
Sympathy is extended to Helen, Mike, Matthew and all the Taylor and Duffy families in Mayo and New York.
Lotto results
The Tourmakeady GAA lotto was not won on October 27, at The Lough Mask Inn. The numbers chosen were 3, 10, 26 and 27. The consolation winners were Peadar O’Cathain, Pairc A Doire, Pat McGovern, Robeen, Joe Heneghan, Treen, Matt Dever, Ballybannon and David Prendergast, Gortmore.
The jackpot will be €6,300 for the draw on Saturday next. Tickets are €2 or three for €5 and are on sale throughout the parish.
Tourmakeady senior team got a crucial point on Saturday, in Clogher. Both teams were very much under strength and the final score was Ballintubber 1-11 to Tourmakeady 0-14.
Waterfall Magazine
The 27th season of the annual Tourmakeady Waterfall Magazine has arrived and the usual request goes out for much wanted material including old and new photographs, articles, poems, history and advertisements for full and half pages.
Thanks to all the hard working voluntary committee. All material should be left in to The Village Inn, or Corrigans, Ballintubber or [email protected]. Everything must be in by Sunday, November 10.
Wedding bells
On Saturday, October 26, the marriage took place between Ms. Aoife McDonagh, daughter of Mary and the late Jimmy McDonagh, Headford and Mr. Ronan Bourke, son of Kathleen and Sean Bourke, Partry, Claremorris.
The lovely ceremony was performed by Fr. Ray Flaherty, assisted by Canon Desmond Grogan.
Best man on the day was Sean Og Bourke. Groomsman was Brendan Garry. Bridesmaids were Karina McDonagh and Lorraine Flynn. Flower girl was Karina Bourke and page boy was Conor Bourke.
Readers were Frances McDonagh and Michelle Duddy, with reflection given by Ellen Browne. Hymns were sung by Michelle Conroy, Brendan Duignan and Honor Tuohy.
The reception was held at The Knockranny Hotel, Westport. Aoife and Ronan are wished many happy years together.
New baby boy
Congratulations to Tanya and Colm O’Chonghaile on the birth of their son Ronan at Mayo General Hospital, Castlebar.
Sincere sympathy
Sincere sympathy is extended to Sheila and William Barker, Gortfree, Tourmakeady, on the death of Sheila’s mother Mrs. Frances O’Connor, New Street, Ballinrobe. Mrs. O’Connor is also mother of Martin O’Connor, husband of Noreen O’Neill, formerly Derryveeney, Tourmakeady.
Frances was laid to rest following 11.30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, November 3, in Ballinrobe. May her soul rest in peace.
Bereavement
The death has taken place following an illness of Jimmy Murphy, husband of Mary Heneghan, formerly of Treen, Tourmakeady.
A native of Kilkenny Jimmy R.I.P was brother-in-law of Joe Heneghan, Treen, Tourmakeady, Noreen Hynes, ClareGalway and Johnny Heneghan, Roscommon.
Sympathy to all the Murphy and Heneghan families. May he rest in peace.
Week ending November 3rd 2013
A massive and big thank you to everyone who has helped and supported the Coiste Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Teo with their work on Páirc Spraoi Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Céilí Thank you to everyone who supported the céilí last Saturday.
Bonus number the winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Michael & Sally Gibbons and Matt Lydon (Ger) each winner receives €100 for having bonus number 01. Thank you for your support.
Cúrsa i bhfiontraíocht Gnó/ Business Enterprise Course. Tá súil ag Údarás na Gaeltachta cúrsa i bhFiontraíocht Gnó a eagrú i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh ar an 6ú Samhaino má tá a ndóthain éileamh. Údarás na Gaeltachta Business Enterprise Course in Tuar Mhic Éadaigh starting on 6th November. The course is aimed at those who wish to start their own business or people who are in business already. The course will run one night a week for 4 weeks for 2 ½ hours. The course will cover Risk Management, Research and Marketing Skills, Tourism, Corporate Rules, Law, Vat, Selling Skills and State Funding etc. The course will commence on 6th November from 7.00pm to 9.30pm €20.00 registration fee payable on the first night. No exams. Presentation of Certificates on final night. date
THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES TAKE PLACE IN HALLA THUAR MHIC EADAIGH
Drama Classes: There are places available in the Senior class (2nd-6th class) for this term. Classes 5-6pm Mondays in Tourmakeady Hall Please note, the Junior class (Jn Inf-1st Class) is full for this term. Enquiries: Niamh 0866072123.
Knitting Circle Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Mondays - children 6.00pm Adults 7.30pm. Telephone 087 765 7191
Parent & Toddler Group Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Tuesdays 10.30am - 12.30pm
Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Club Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Tuesdays 5.30pm to 7.00pm 7 years to 12 years
Woodturning Tuesdays 7.00-9.00pm in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, Tourmakeady.
Ranganna Ceol Beidh ranganna ceol i Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh le GeraldineMcNamara tráthnóna Dé Céadaoin ag tosú ar an 18ú Meán Fómhair. Uirlisí: feadóg stáin, feadóg mhór, cairdín, fidil Costas: €40 le haghaidh an téarma (6 seachtaine) Tuilleadh eolais: Glaoigh ar Geraldine - 087 818 8068 Traditional music classes in Tourmakeady Hall Wednesdays Instruments taught include: tin whistle, flute, accordion, fiddle. Enquiries Geraldine 087 818 8068
Irish Classes Wednesdays from 7.00 – 8.30pm Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Zumba Bootcamp lightweights & tone up.Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Wednesdays 8pm to 9pm.
Patchwork Classes Thursdays from 8.00 to 10.00pm in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Club Sóisialta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Over 60’s) Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Thursdays 2.00pm all welcome
Computer Club Thursdays from 4pm to 6pm and 7pm to 9pm. Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh
Pilates Classes Thursdays 8.30pm to 9.30pm in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Strenuous Walking Group meets Mondays & Fridays O’Toole’s Tourmakeady at 8pm
