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Christmas food fair and open day

The Mayo Roscommon Hospice annual Let Love Shine a Light campaign has been launched. Every year, friends and family members who have lost loved ones are asked to sponsor a light on the hospice’s Christmas tree which is placed in the centre of Knock.

In the aftermath of Christmas it is normal that businesses would find it tough in the early weeks of the New Year and Kilkenny Chamber is reminding people to shop local even after the Christmas season.

Concern Worldwide is asking people in Mayo to think about the 900 million people starving in the world each day and to take part in a Concern Christmas Campaign.

Bishop Seamus Freeman will launch a programme of celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of a church in Ballycallan on Sunday evening.

For a traditional family shopping experience there is no better place to visit than the Foxford Woollen Mills. There is an array of fantastic gifts to choose from in a relaxed and stress-free environment that is ideal for a family day out.

As winter has truly kicked in, The Prince bar has a number of events to warm even the coldest of souls!

Le Cheile Community and Family Resource Centre, Castlebar, is starting a community craft course on November 6. The course will run for six weeks and will cost €20 per person. You will learn how to make your own occasion and Christmas cards, jewellery, Christmas decorations, etc. Phone 094 902 5126 for more information.

If I've heard it once this holiday season, I've heard it a thousand times - "Well, this Christmas certainly won't be anything like it was last year! From recession and job losses to uncertainty with pensions, how am I supposed to enjoy Christmas?"

Christmas can be a difficult time of year for many, but it is especially difficult for those experiencing homelessness, when issues such as loneliness, isolation, and poverty become even more challenging. Knowing there is support available can make all the difference.