Community Newsletter
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8th Donegal Scouts, Carndonagh
Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd October 2011
Harvest Thanksgiving Service will be held in Hillhead Church this evening Sunday 2nd October at 7pm. The service will be conducted by Rev Robert Buick and the musical guests will be the Bocan Choir. Supper served in the hall afterwards, Everyone welcome.
Anniversary Masses Sun 2nd Oct at 9 am Anniversary Mass for Bridie Harkin Ardcolgan & Sarah Harkin Magheramore Mon 3rd Oct at 10 am Anniversary Mass for Maria Corazon Cortez, Fri 7th Oct at 7 pm Months Mind for Bridie McLaughlin Ardcolgan Sat 8th Oct at 7 pm Anniversary Mass for John Doherty Lr Trenbane. Visitation of the Sick will take place on Thursday next 6th October.
Station Mass on Friday 7th Oct at 8 pm in the home of Conal & Ann Taitt Inishoneil. If you would like to have a Mass in your home during October or November please contact the parish office tel: 9374104
Bookstall Visit our Bookstall at the main door of the church Reality for sale (incoming missal preparing for the new liturgy)
Recent Church Gate collection in aid of Mental Health raised 607 euro, thanks to all who collected and donated.
Winner for the Good as New Boutique Draw 1st Michael McLaughlin, 2nd Aoibhinn, 3rd Annie Doherty, 4th Shay Deery McDaid, 5th Steven Doherty, 6th Mary Ruddy, 7th Anne McHugh, 8th Shaun & Ann Harkin, 9th Bridgeen Doherty
Parish Draw Results 250 euro Mary McLaughlin, Gleneely. Promoter Celia McLaughlin, 150 euro Hugh McCloskey, Glentogher, promoter Margaret Doherty, 100 euro Mary Harkin, Ballyloskey, Promoter Rosemary McClure, 100 euro Helen McLaughlin, Churchtown. Promoter Fergal Doherty.
If you are bereaved and would like to talk to someone in confidence ,we are here to listen at Carndonagh Bethany Bereavement Support Group- Phone- 0863572121 or 08635933821. Or call into the Drop In @St Macartin's Parish Office beside The Sacred Heart Church, Carndonagh 1st Monday of the month (3rd October) between 7-9pm. Due to the limited number of places that were available in last Novembers course Coping with Grief, and the interest expressed, it has been decided to run a similar course this year. If interested tel the above numbers.
Annual Derry Diocesan Pioneer Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Seamus Hegarty in St. Mary’s Church, Desertmartin at 3pm on Sunday, 9th October 2011. Refreshments will be served afterwards in St. Mary’s Parish Hall. All Pioneers and their friends are invited to attend.
The monthly devotions in honour of Our Lady will take place in the Carmelite Retreat Centre,
Termonbacca, on Tuesday 4th October, beginning with confessions at 7.30p.m. Followed by Rosary and Mass. Finishing around 10p.m. All are invited and welcome to attend.
Good As New & New 2 U in aid of Cardiology Dept, Letterkenny Hosp. commencing in Deerys, Malin Town on Monday 3rd Oct. Donations of good quality clothes and household items welcome. Tel Kathleen Cuddihy 9374139 or 0868381636.
Good as New Shop will open below Supervalue shop on Monday 10th October in aid of Glassalt’s School Building Fund. Car Boot Sale on Sunday 23rd October from 10am -1pm in G&S carpark, Carndonagh in aid of St. Brigid’s N.S. Building Fund. Cars cost €10 and may set up from 8am. All queries to 0876361187
Autumn / Winter Fashion Extravaganza in Tul na Ri on Thursday 6th October at 8 pm. Presented by the Carndonagh Easter Parade Committee and featuring the best of local fashion, Admission is €5 with tickets available in local shops. Book early to avoid disappointment as numbers are limited.
A Social in Hillhead Church Hall on Friday 21st Oct. Music by Country Boys, Dancing 10 – 2am Ticket 6 euro including supper.
SLIMMING WORLD: The Club with the Big Heart. Carndonagh GAA Club Thursdays at 10 am and 7.00 pm. Contact Nicola 086 3368215 for further details. Ballyliffin, Wednesday evening at 5 pm and 7 pm. The Strand Hotel, contact Geraldine on 086 4145910.
Inishowen Gardening Club resumes on Monday 26th September in the Wesley Hall, Carndonagh at 8pm. There will be a Question & Answer Session with Denis, Paddy and Danny. All welcome. Membership fee can be paid on the night. Members and non-members welcome.
Hedging for Sale. All proceeds to Concern. Tel 9374706.
Donegal Multiples Meeting: next meeting Saturday the 8th of October in Spraoi agus Sport Carndonagh from 2pm - 4pm/ Cost 3 euro per family.
LIFELINE (Inishowen) Domestic Violence Service, Would like to thank all those who supported our successful coffee morning, the baking was just delicious, the chat was great and an opportunity created to raise further awareness of the work of Lifeline (Inishowen). We would also like to acknowledge that this is part of our participation in 'Social Inclusion Week' which allows us to increase awareness and understanding of inclusion and diversity in Donegal.
Fibromates Meetings Held In Milbrae Health Centre, Stranorlar On the first Friday of every month from 6.30pm to 8.30pm For people who live with Fibromyalgia, both as a patient or family member. Here’s a chance to meet others in the same boat, for a cuppa and a chat. Cover charge of €1, Refreshments provided. Next meeting Fri 7th October Everyone Welcome. If you are interested in a group setting up in Inishowen, please text me on the number below. If enough people are interested we will set up a group in time. Jude Bromley 086 3945008 (after 7pm / leave a message & I’ll get back to you) Or add me as friend on Facebook.
Music in Ireland from the time of Jonathan Swift, at St Buadan’s Church, Culdaff. Sunday October 9th at 3pm. The third concert in the Da Capo Concert Series of 2011 takes place during the Macklin Festival See www.charlesmacklin.com Tickets: €10-Adult, €8-Concession Tel 9383734 for further info.
Gleneely Wheelers Cycling Club charity cycle on the 9th October, leaving Carricks Bar Gleneely at 10am, 2 routes, Registration will be taken from 9am. All monies raised will go to the Donegal Hospice in memory of Little Hugh Simpson Callaghan and the Alzheimers Unit Carndonagh in Honour of a very good friend. sponsorship card are now available, €2 line or 3 line for €5 lots of prizes to be won, contact mary on 0868831954 or Michelle 0879704196 or any club member.
Events in the Wesley Hall: Mondays -Knitting Bee is on every Monday from 11am-1pm, this is for those who can knit and those who want to learn. Hip hop – 4.30-5.30pm, Dancing 8.30pm-10.30pm, Tuesday – ICA meetings – 8.30pm, Wednesday - Beading and Jewellery Making starting Wednesday 12th October, 11 – 1pm, Thursday Crochet 11 – 1pm. Active Retirement 1st & 3rd Thursday, Jiving classes starting 20th October 8.30-10pm. Friday – Line dancing 8.30-10.30pm. Creative Crafts, Art and First Aid will commence shortly, subject to demand. One to One Basic Computer and Internet classes can be booked at a time to suit yourself and the tutor and costs 30 euro for 6 lessons. To book any classes or for further information Tel 9329680 between 10am – 5pm.
Vivid Performances School of Speech and Drama presents Childrens Workshops Starting Thursday 6th October
In Little Acorns Montessori Playschool, Gaeilc Park, Carndonagh, From 4-5pm, For 5-12 years, €5 per child per session, For more info and to book contact - Emma Porter on 0863601537
The committee of Carn Tidy Town Assoc would like to thank the runners and walkers who took part in their 5k.Special thanks to Niall McGee and the members of the Inishowen Athletics Club for their invaluable help and support. Thanks also to CCS, to our sponsors Shoe & Sport Store and McClures Bar, and to all the volunteers who helped out in any way. The winners were - men's category - 1st Garrett Doherty, 2nd Malcolm McGee, 3rd Jim Harkin. Ladies category - 1st Aideen McLaughlin, 2nd Anne McElhinney, 3rd Caroline Cunningham. The results of the local tidy town competitions will be announced at a prize giving in October. See press for details.
The HSE is providing a self management course for people and carers with long term conditions. The course teaches you the practical skills you need for your own self care. It includes dealing with pain and tiredness, coping with feelings of low mood and difficult emotions, relaxation and exercise, healthy eating, communicating and planning for the future. Feedback from the course has been very positive. The course is free of charge and run over six weekly sessions each lasting 2 1/2 hours. If you would like more information or would like to book a place on an upcoming course in Carndonagh please contact the HSE Consumer Services Department 074 9189016
Flu Vaccine Clinic in Millbrae Surgery Monday 3rd October 2pm - 5pm Wednesday 5th October 9am – 12md Please note that this is a walk in service and that no appointment is necessary
Coffee morning at Boggs Butchers Malin in conjunction with cafe Banba on Friday 7th October in aid of action breast cancer pink ribbon day from 10am
GAA Lotto. The winning numbers in the club mini-lotto were 20, 18, 3, 23 and 17. No Jackpot winner. The 30 Euro prize went to Joe Greene; 15 Euro each Mary Doherty, Ballinahona, Culkeeny; Jessica Harkin, Falmore, Gleneely; Iarlaith McLaughlin, Gleneely and Joseph Cunningham, Whitehouse, Glentogher. Next week's Jackpot 5,800. Draw in The Arch on Wed. Oct 5th. SCÓR NA NÓG The Inishowen final of Scór na nÓg will be held in Malin on 21st Oct. If you are interested in representing out Club there are competitions in Dance, Singing, Ballad Group, recitation, Novelty Act, Traditional music group and a Quiz. Competitors must be under 17 on 1st January 2012. Last year our Quiz team got through to the County Final and our singer, Kate McCreanor, was the County winner. If you are interested please contact Bernie on 086 0600011.
Bicycle Maintenance & Safety Course An 8 week course will commence in October in Serenity House, Moville. Contact 074 9382945. Safety inspection, puncture repairs, brake cable and pad replacement, chain tension and lubrication, tyre pressure and tread check, saddle and handlebar adjustment, safety wear - helmets, high-viz clothing and bicycle clips
Carndonagh Parish CES Co Ltd are commencing a new scheme on 14th November Anyone interested contact 0868381635 or 932 9474. Class room assistant for Ni Scoil contact 9329723. Usual Fas conditions apply.
Hurling: U/8 training on Tuesdays 6.00pm to 7.00pm and U/10 training on Thursdays 6.00pm to 7.00pm New players very welcome to either session.
Cancer Support & Social Club monthly meeting will be held on Mon10th Oct in the Milltown House, Carndonagh 7.30-9.30pm. Have you had a cancer diagnosis? Are you a family member, carer or friend of someone affected by cancer? If so, why not come along for moral support, shared information, chat & light refreshments. Meetings take place on the second Monday of the month. Contact Rita 086 6028993 or Deirdre 087 7634596
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