It is Ice Ball time again

Fri, Nov 07, 2014

The Ice Ball, in aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice, takes place in Breaffy House Hotel, Castlebar, on Saturday, December 6. Doors open at 7pm with champagne and mulled wine reception. Music on the night will be by Concord, followed by a Christmas disco with music to suit all ages. Contact (094) 9388666 or log on to www.iregister.ie/iceball for tickets or more information. 

Parke Musical Society

Fri, Nov 07, 2014

Parke Musical Society is searching for two males for the casting of Mr Warbucks and Rooster for its production of Annie, which will hit the stage on January 16 and 17 next.

Pope Francis – A Prophet of our Time?

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

What promises to be a very interesting and engaging presentation and discussion on the teachings of Pope Francis will take place in the Family Centre, Chapel St., Castlebar on Wednesday next October 28 at 8pm. Many people believe that the present Pope brings a new and fresh look at the Christian faith as it applies to the reality of people’s lives in the modern world. The presenter for the event is the well known broadcaster and writer Fr Colm Kilcoyne. Booking through the Family Centre at (094) 90 25900

Broadhaven 10k

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

This first Broadhaven 10k run, jog or walk will take place on Saturday, November 8 at 1pm. All are welcome to take part in the fully insured, measured course over rolling hills and beautiful scenery, set overlooking the idyllic Broadhaven Bay. There will be parking facilities provided at Aughalasheen NS with food and refreshments after the event.

Croí weight management courses

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

Croí Nutritionist, Áine will facilitate a six week weight management course in Castlebar at the Lé Chéile Family Resource Centre, Castlebar. Commencing Thursday October 30 from 7pm to 8pm. To book your place call Áine on (087) 1203059.

One to One mentoring for voluntary community groups

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

Mayo North East will hold free one to one mentoring sessions for local community groups on grant application form filling. The mentoring will be held on Tuesday November 4 in Mayo North East, Mullenmore Street, Crossmolina. For more information or to make an appointment please contact Patricia Crawley on (087) 2135960 or email [email protected].

Dementia Friendly communities project

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

There will be an Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland (ASI) event hosted jointly by the Community Action on Dementia in Mayo project and Mayo Age Friendly County Programme held on Wednesday, November 5 from 6pm to 8pm in the Foxford Lodge and Studio, Pontoon Road, Foxford. The event aims to raise awareness of people living with dementia in the community. Encourage more programmes/funding to assist families in dealing with dementia in communities locally and nationally. Improve the quality of life for people with dementia. This dementia awareness raising event is free to attend and refreshments will be provided from 5.30pm. Booking by RSVP before the October 31 by calling (087) 6536885 or emailing [email protected].

Six week art class

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

There is a six week art class, called and an introduction to drawing commencing in Le Cheile Family Resource Centre, Castlebar on Tuesday November 4. The course will run from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. It costs €30 for the six weeks (to be paid upfront). To sign up or for further details call into the office in Tucker Street or call them on (094) 90 25126. Places limited so please register, by Thursday, October 30.

Two day bazaar

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

Starting tomorrow Saturday, October 25 and running though to Sunday, October 26 a two day bazaar will be held in St Anne's Boxing Club, James Street Car Park, Westport. Doors will open both days at 10.30am and you’ll be able to find new and newly clothes, books, household goods and furniture. A cake sale will also take place, with new stock each day. All proceeds will help to provide meals for poor children in Moldova this winter.

Fond farewell

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

Fahy National School teacher Carol Gaughan bid a fond farewell to her students before leaving to take up the position of principal at Belmullet Senior School. Photo: Keith Heneghan/Phocus.

Heritage Week in Partry

Fri, Aug 22, 2014

Dr Fiachra MacGabhann will give an absorbing bilingual lecture on Mayo placenames at 8.30pm in Partry Community Centre as part of the village’s Heritage Week programme of events.

Partry Family Fun Day

Fri, Aug 22, 2014

The Partry Family Fun Day, as part of Heritage Week 2014, will take place on Sunday next from 1pm at Partry Athletic FC Grounds.

It will be a fabulous day for the whole family, with arts and crafts demonstrations, vintage displays, bouncy castle, face-painting, pony and trap rides, fancy dress, music and dancing and so much more (perhaps even a mystery guest!).

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