Confirmation
Congratulations to the 5th and 6th class children from Fenagh National School who were confirmed on Friday 3rd May. They were as follows:-Shay Broadhead, Louise Cafferty, Eddie Coyle, Padraig Curran, Finn Curran, Conor Dwyer, Niamh Dwyer, Melissa Farrell, Francis Fitzpatrick, Leah Flynn, Rebecca Flynn, Tom Gilheany, Emma Gill, Lindsey Gill, James Honeyman, Bronwyn Keegan, Andrew Kelly, Luke Kilkenny, James Lennon, Caolan McDermott, Kaytee McGeough, Oisin McGovern, Conal McGovern,Tom McKeon, Eimear McLoughlin, Eoin McLoughlin, Fergal McLoughlin, Rose McLoughlin, Joshua McNabola, Rian McWeeney, Conor O’Rourke, Saoirse Redican, Daniel Reynolds, Evelyn Reynolds, Sarah Rowley, Cormac Scollan, Aaron Smith and James Wrynn.
School Athletics
Congratulations to Fenagh National School for retaining the Gilmartin cup for the fifth year in a row in the Leitrim National Schools Atheltics Championships which were held in Manorhamilton recently. Well done to all involved.
Fenagh Foroige
Fenagh Foroige (Empowering Youth, Enriching Communities) would like to thank all those who supported the Quiz held in the Heritage Centre Saturday the 4th of May. The quiz was held in order to raise money for both Fenagh Foroige and also Stop Suicide. We wish to thank our sponsers on the night, all those that kindly donated and those that attended the nights events. We hope a great night was had by all.
Confirmation
Fenagh NS Parents Association would like to congratulate all the boys and girls who received Confirmation on Friday May 3rd. We would also like to thank the Parish Council for use of the Community Centre over the years to provide refreshments for families after the various special Masses. The Confirmation refreshments on Friday last was the final event to be held in the Community Centre before works commences on its redevelopment.
Fenagh Community Playgroup
Fenagh Community Playgroup is now enrolling for September 2013. We cater for children aged from 2 years 10 months up to 5 years. We also provide places under the ECCE scheme. If your child is going to school in September 2014 and born between 02/02/2009 and 30/06/2010 they are entitled to avail of the FREE pre-school year. If you wish to enrol your child you can call into the playgroup which has relocated to Gorvagh Community Centre or phone the playgroup leader Ceara on 086 3593244.
Fenagh Visitor Centre
Fenagh Visitor Centre is open all year round – (Heritage Centre, Indoor Children’s Play Area, Dolmen Café, Hall rental/meeting space). It is open Monday May 13th to Friday 17th 10.30-5.30pm and Sat/Sunday May 18th/19th 12-5.30pm. Free internet access (Wi-Fi) and local newspapers available to all customers. Follow us on Facebook ‘fenaghvisitorcentre’. Also visit our website at www.fenagh.com which features lots of information on historical Fenagh, upcoming classes and events, Monk’s Den playtime and birthday rates and other facilities on offer. For further information contact Teresa on (071) 9645590.
Fenagh Visitor Centre – What’s On in May
Mondays – Oil painting with Noreen Gaffney 8-10pm
Tuesdays – Active Age 8pm
Thursdays – Parent & Toddler Group 10am-12 noon, Yoga with Malo 7/8.30pm
Fridays – Parent & Toddler Group 10am-12 noon, Bum and Tums Class 6.30pm
Beginners Guitar Lessons for Women
Learn to play guitar and play songs you like in a relaxed and friendly group setting – 10 euro per class/1 hour. Contact Jane at 087 4165614 – dates and times to be confirmed.Venue: Fenagh Visitor Centre
Exhibition in Ballinamore Library.
Bantracht na Tuaithne Seanfhocal (ICA Proverb Exhibition) is on display in Ballinamore library until Wednesday 29th May during Library Opening Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10 – 1.30 and 2.30 – 5.30. Tuesday and Thursday 10 – 1.30 and 2.30 to 8.00. Saturday 10 -1.30 and 2.30 – 5.00
The Life and Death of Stars.
Following a very successful and interesting talk by Christophe Lombardi on The Sky at Night in Ballinamore Library on 26th March, Christophe will give a follow up talk in the library entitled “The Life and Death of Stars” on Tuesday 21st May at 8pm. Anyone who has an interest in Astronomy or anyone who simply loves looking at the night sky come along and you will not be disappointed. Remember admission is free and all are welcome.
People with Special Needs
Cáirde Liatroim is holding a fund raising dance with TR Dallas, Mickey Clerkin and Seán McAloon in the Bush Hotel Carrick-On-Shannon on Thursday 9th May. Start 8pm. Cáirde Liatroim is a social club which provides outings for people with special needs. Great raffle prizes on the night. Tickets available at the door or contact 0862545613.
Sligo Orienteering Club
Sligo Orienteering Club is holding orienteering in Derrycarne woods, Dromod on Sunday 19th May. Registration is 12.00pm -14.00pm. Cost €5. There is Beginners and Seniors Courses available. All Welcomed. Families and buggies welcomed. For anyone who doesn’t know what orienteering is come along on the day and you will be shown what to do. Will be signposted from the Carrick Road and the Dromod Roundabout using white and orange orienteering markers. Check out Sligo Orienteering Club Facebook page or ring 087 2657630 after 6pm for more details.
ONE DAY FOR REHAB
RehabCare Ballinamore will be hosting a fundraising event on Friday the 17th of May in the resource centre here in Ballinamore from 12.30-2.30pm. We will be having a barbeque, cake sale and a sale of work. The cost of the barbeque will be 10Euro and this will include a glass of wine. We would really appreciate your support. All Welcome
IWS Pool Lifeguard course.held at Riverdale Ballinamore. June /July for more information please contact Helen O Hara Cavan IWS secretary 086-8952925