Charlestown FAS scheme to start
10/24/2002 -
FAS Community Employment Scheme will commence in November in Charlestown. The Sponsoring Groups are; Environment group, Arts and Heritage, Elderly Housing, Enterprise Centre, Cluinte group, Sports Complex, Charlestown Sarsfields G.A.A. Club, Charlestown Athletic Soccer Club, Charlestown Church and Parish, Charlestown Playgroup. Normal eligibilibty requirements apply: i.e. over 25 years, 52 weeks on the live register. Unemployment Assistance, Unemployment Benefit, Pensions, Lone parents, Disability. Apply with name and PPS (PRSI) number to Charlestown and District Development Association Ltd, Enterprise Centre, Airport Road, Charlestown. Telephone : 094-55820.
CLOONAGH REUNION
Cloonagh School Reunion is scheduled to take place during the August Bank Holiday weekend 2003. To mark the occasion a commemorative magazine will be published. Anybody interested in contributing an article or photographs for the magazine should contact the following: John Henry at 094-54197, Winnie Haran at 094-54534
There will be a Fashion Show held in the Yeats County Inn, Curry on Thursday 31st October as a fund raising event and your support would be much appreciated.
ENGAGEMENT
Congratulations are extended to Gerard Cassidy, son of the Una and the late Fran Cassidy, Bulcaun, Charlestown on his recent engagement to Ms. Patricia Holton, Tavneena, Charlestown. Good man Gerry you have shown us all the way forward.
DEATH
The death took place in London of Ms. Mary Doherty daughter of the late Mr and Mrs John Doherty, formerly of Lowpark, Charlestown. Sympathy is extended to her relatives and family.
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS
Congratulations are extended to Ciara Sheehan, daughter of Mr and Mrs John Sheehan, Ballyglass, Charlestown, who celebrated her coming of age recently.
BUSHFIELD CHURCH
Plans for the renovations at Bushfield Church are progressing at a fast pace and work has already commenced on the repair and re-construction of the roof. It is hoped that the total cost of the job will be funded through donations and envelopes are currently in the process of being delivered to every house in the parish to offset the huge costs involved in the project. It is hoped that the people will respond with their usual genorisity and anyone wishing to make a donation should contact Michael Hanley, Fr. Michael Maloney, Miriam McGowan, Eileen O`Brien, Ann Sloyan or any other member of the committee. This is a community project which deserves everyone`s support as the church is in urgent need of repair and work and fundraising are progressing at a rapid rate. If anyone wishes to donate furniture to the church like chairs for the sanctuary etc. or new statues for the crib or liturgical church vestments can do so by contacting Fr. Michael Maloney at 094-55902 or 087-9002994.
SARSFIELDS LUCKY
Charlestown Sarsfields managed to win E300 in the final county board draw for September and this is a welcome bonus to the kitty which the treasurer no doubt will have little troubling spending and finding a bill to pay. Well done to the Treasurer for his foresight in purchasing a ticket and this win is sure to go down well with the club members.
SYMPATHY
Sympathy is extended to the Ginty family Cloonaweema, on the death of their mother Mrs Julia Ginty which occurred recently.
G.A.A.
Charlestown saw their hopes of Welcome Inn senior league success dashed when they succumbed to Knockmore on a scoreline of 0-9 to 0-5 in their penultimate fixture played at sunsplashed Knockmore recently. Both teams were depleted in their line-up`s and the Sarsfields turned in a listless erratic display and were guilty of much squandermania which they were forced to rue at the final whistle. Their display bore all the hallmarks of a tired weary side with the effects of a long hard season taking their toll on several players who were very much below par. Full credit to Knockmore however, they deserved their victory as they were that little bit more efficient in their use of possession and were able to take the scoring chances they created that bit better than the Sarsfields which was the difference at the end of normal time. The Sarsfields have one game remaining in the league away to Ballina Stephenites on Saturday October 26th (subject to confirmation) and they head into the winter break with much to reflect and ponder on.
TOOREN MARKET
Due to the success of the first market in Tooreen, a second market is to take place on Saturday 2nd of November. This is the homemakers market and features a variety of stalls from Woodwork to candle making etc. Anyone interested in booking a stall can contact Mike Douglas on 0907-49059, Sarah on 0907-49959, or Anne on 0907-49159. Stalls cost E10 .
FOROIGE APPEAL
The Charlestown Foroige club have re-commenced their activities for the Winter season in the C.B.D. Sports Complex on Thursday nights from 8-9.30pm. More adult leaders are needed to get involved however due to stringent new guidelines and regulations laid down by Foroige`s governing body. Anyone wishing to get involved should contact Carmel at 094-54108 or Ann at 094-54380. Your help would be greatly appreciated. There is a 2 euro charge per head on each Thursday night.
G.A.A LOTTO
There was no winner of the Charlestown Sarsfields G.A.A. Lotto Jackpot of E 6 ,400 in the weekly draw held in Kd`s on Sunday night, October 13th. The four numbers drawn were as follows: 5, 9, 24 ,32. The winners of the five E25 prizes were as follows; Johnny Finn, The Square, Charlestown;
Seamus Gallagher, Lurga, c/o Johnny Finn`s; Mary Kilcoyne, Curracunna, Curry (Annual Ticket); Pat Leavy, c/o Sean Higgins (Annual Ticket) and Alfie Deehan, Athenry, c/o Tom Colleran (Annual Ticket).
Next week’s jackpot will be e6,500 and the draw will be held in the Connaught Bar. Tickets on sale at many outlets within the Charlestown, price E1 and the club would like to thank everybody who supported their weekly draw.
TREASURE TRAIL
Michael Bermingham, Lowpark, Charlestown was the popular winner of the 100 Euro in the weekly Treasure Trail game held in John G`s on Sunday night last October 13th.
This is a very popular game held in Regan`s on the Sunday night and a good way to recoup your weekend losses and a better way to start the new week. Be in to win.
PUBLIC MEETING
A Public Meeting will be held in the Pastoral Centre on Monday November 4th at 7.30pm in order to start an Active Retirement Association.
If you are all over fifty and retired or heading that way, this should interest you so what not come along to the pastoral centre and discuss and share your interests with a view to forming a club.
BUMPER ENTERTAINMENT
Walsh`s bar, one of the finest and most celebrated on the circuit have a host of big names lined up for the Bank Holiday Weekend with Jack Daniels kicking off festivities on Saturday night, October 26th.
On Thursday night, October 31st, prepare yourself for a right Hallowe’en surprise as the original Shebeen celebrate their 20th year in existence with a nostalgic trip back in time with a gig in Walsh`s bar where it first all happened for them. O`Brien, Sweeney and Brennan (back from New York) will sure take Walsh`s by storm.
On Saturday, November 2nd, Freestyle will be in Walsh`s and there`s a line-up to compete with the best so be there and hear some of your favourite acts.
BASKETBALL
Basketball has resumed in the C.B.D. Sports Complex for the Winter season and the following are the training times for the different teams. On Tuesday`s from 7-8pm, the under-11 girls are in action with the coach Helena Finn putting them through their paces while from 8-9pm, the under-13 boys will be in action under the astute eye of coach Joe Lowther and his assistant Jimmy Marren.
On Wednesdays the under-13 girls have their first session of the new season with coach Siobhan Beirne at the helm, while on Fridays the under-15 girls are in action from 7-8pm with the under-17 girls taking over from 8-9pm.. The coaches for these ladies will be Kathleen Morrisroe and Helena Finn. That is the training schedule for all team for the coming year as the club look to build on last year’s fine season where they made a huge impact on the Mayo Basketball scene.
GRADUATION
Congratulations are extended to Donal Healy, son of Mr and Mrs Gerard Healy, Airport Road, Charlestown, who receiv-ed his Higher Diploma in Marketing at a conferring ceremony held in NUIG recently. Donal is a past pupil of St. Attracta`s N.S. and St. Joseph`s Marist Convent and is a prominent member of the Charlestown Sarsfields G.A.A. Club. He had taken up employment with Homecare Medical Supplies in Kiltimagh until an unfortunate accident from which he is still recovering. His many friends and collegues wish him well in his new employment and hope he`s back to work soon and makes a full recovery from his leg injuries.
Fundraising Social
There will be a social in Regan’s, Carracastle, on Sunday night, October 27th, at 9.30pm in aid of St Luke’s Hospital. Music will be supplied by Bill Roberts and a host of local artistes. A feature of the evening will be the appearance of the local Irish dancing champions with the All-Ireland Cup. The support of the public for this very worthy cause would be appreciated.
SOCCER LOTTO
There was no winner of the Charlestown Athletic Soccer Lotto Jackpot of E13,025 in the weekly draw held in Davy`s, Carracastle on Sunday night October 13th. The four numbers drawn were as follows: 9, 17, 25, 29. The five e20 winners were the following: Karen Deignan, c/o Benson`s, Rooskey; Sandra McCudden, c/o the Broadway; M. Grady, Cloontia; Kathleen Durcan, c/o O`Hara`s and Marian Bones, Killgarriff, Charlestown Next week’s jackpot will be E13,125 and the draw will be held in Regan`s. Tickets on sale at several outlets throughout the town, price E1 and be in to win.
SYMPATHY
Sympathy is extended to Mrs Breege Gallagher, Cloonfane, Charlestown on the death of her mother Mrs Mary Duggan which occurred in Urlingford, Co. Kilkenny recently.
COLLEGE BOUND
Congratulations are extended to Angela Haran, daughter of Mr and Mrs Tommy Haran, Bushfield, Charlestown who has secured a place in Sligo IT where she is studying for her diploma in Information Systems Management. Angela is a past pupil of Cloonlyon N.S. and St. Joseph`s Marist Convent and takes with her the best wishes of all her friends and collegues with her future studies.
Congratulations are extended to Helen Duffy, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Padraig Duffy, Rooskey, Charlestown who has secured a place in St. Angelea`s College, Sligo where she is studying Arts (not Social Studies in Sligo IT as incorrectly stated last week). Helen is a past pupil of Rooskey N.S. and Benada Abbey Secondary School and takes with her the best wishes of her many friends in her studies.
AEROBIC CLASSES
Aerobic Classes have re-commenced in the C.B.D. Sports Complex on Wednesday nights from 8.30-9.30pm. New members welcome. For further information contact instructor Bernie Lavin at 094-54430 or 087-6272541.
GRADUATION
Congratulations are extended to Mr. Ciaran O`Connell, son of Mary and the late Bobby O`Connell, the Square Charlestown who who received his MBS (Masters in Business Studies) in Electronic Commerce at a conferring ceremony held in NUIG, Galway recently.
Ciaran is a past pupil of St. Attracta`s N.S. and St. Joseph`s Marist Convent, and is a prominent member of the Charlestown Sarsfields G.A.A. Club.
He has taken up employment with Irish Life in Dublin as a fund administrator and his many friends and collegues wish him every success in his new career.
TONROE BOOKLET
The Tonroe Commemorative Book is available to purchase at A and H Newstand, Mahon`s Spar, and Walsh`s Pub, Charlestown and Davy`s, Carracastle.
In this regard the Committee would like to express their thanks to the Businesses who inserted advertisements, and the past pupils who gave of their time to insert articles and photographs and also those who made donations towards the expenses incurred by the Reunion Committee.
COMPLEX NEWS
The C.B.D. Complex has already re-opened for the new 2002/03 season and it is a hive of activity. There are some hours still available between 6 and 7 o`clock for any groups still seeking a slot.
Because of increased overloads, the hourly rates have increased this year for the first time in three years. Adults over 16 years, the charge is E30 per hour, for under-16`s the charge is E20 per hour.
All money to be made payable to the manager on the night. All bookings must be paid for in full. The manager`s number to which bookings can be arranged is 086-8628119.
Plans have been submitted to the department for the conversion of upstairs to a gym. The committee will keep you informed.