05-12-2016 - Newtowncashel - Co. Longford

CONCERN CHRISTMAS FAST
The annual Fast and Church gate collection takes place this December 10th and 11th.Your support would be seriously appreciated.

SANTA COMES TO CASHEL
Santa Claus will arrive at The Local in the Village at 3.30 p.m. on Sunday the 18th of December.If it's as good as last year,then it will be a wonderful family afternoon for all.

M.S. CHRISTMAS DAY RUN
The Annual Christmas Day Run from Newtowncashel to Lanesborough in aid of the Longford branch of MS Ireland is now in it's 26th year. Over the years it has raised much needed funds for Longford MS and last year over 140 walkers and runners took part. We are again asking for your continued support this year and hopefully we'll be able to further increase the number of participants and sponsorship for what is a very worthy cause. Sponsorship cards are available in the Local or O'Briens in Lanesborough or for further details please contact Michael Flood (Tel: 086-0880855).

JUNIOR CHOIR
There will be a Junior Choir Practice ,this Sunday the 11th of
December,directly after 10.30 a.m. Mass. This practice,together with ones
on every Sunday, in Advent,at the same time,is in preparation for Christmas
Masses.

DEATH
The death occurred of Tommy Carberry, Derryhaun last Tuesday the 29th of November.Tommy was one of life's great characters,who always had a smile and kind word for everybody that he met.A hardworking family man,Tommy  enjoyed life to the full, and in particular ,he  was very adept at the game of Darts.His sharp mind had the scores added up before most, and his skill at the game was brilliant.His sudden death sent shockwaves throughout  the community of Newtowncashel and surrounding areas.His death will leave a tremendous void in the lives of al those who loved and knew him.To his wife  wife Kathleen, son's. Patrick, Thomas and Michael, Daughters, Samantha, Patricia and Colette, Brothers, Frank and Bob, Sister's, Kathleen, Teresa, Rachel, Mary, Eileen, Elizabeth and Lena, and all his many friends and relatives,we extend our deepest sympathies in their time of loss and grief.May his Soul Rest in Peace.

ST.MARY'S NATIONAL SCHOOL
The School Band will perform Christmas Carols in The Hill at 1 p.m. this Thursday December the 8th.Admission is free and all are welcome.
The Christmas Concert takes place on Monday the 19th and Tuesday the 20th of December in The Hill,commencing at 6.00 p.m.Monday is sold out.Bookings at 086 8517037.
School extension works commenced on the 1st of November last.This includes a new classroom,toilets,resource room,car park and up-grading of existing facilities.

Bog Lane Theatre Ballymahon
December the 10th sees Ballymahon local, Jude McLynn, take on the mammoth task of performing the thrilling play ‘Howie the Rookie’. Written in 1999 by one of Ireland's greatest modern playwrights - Mark O’Rowe (Intermission, Terminus) - the play was originally intended to be performed by two actors but was adapted in recent years by O’Rowe purposely so that Tom Vaughan-Lawlor could perform same, which sees one man tasked with telling the story of both Howie and The Rookie. This is a show not to be missed and will surely be the most challenging role McLynn has taken on to date, following a lead role in ‘The 39 Steps’ (2012) & the part of the matchmaker with Athlone Little Theatre’s production of ‘The Chastitute’ (2013). Tickets are now available through email noegopromo@gmail.com or by texting 0872415178 & will be running on the 10th, 11th, 15th, 16th, 17th & 18th December. Tickets cost €12. The show is being produced in conjunction with ‘The Bog Lane Theatre’ Ballymahon & 50% of the total funds raised are being kindly donated to St Joseph’s Nursing Home in Longford Town. Please be advised that this play contains strong language throughout and is not suitable for persons under the age of 18.

DEATH
We extend our sympathy to the family and friends of Leo Concannon,Staten Island,New York,husband of Mary Clarke,Curroole.May his Soul Rest in Peace.

SETT DANCING CLASSES
Classes commenced on Tuesday 20th September in St. Failtheachs GAA club house at 8pm.
Classes are suitable for beginners and you dont need a partner.
Come along and get fit while having fun.
For more info , please contact Mairead on 0868546433

SEAN NOS DANCING CLASSES
Classes for children commenced on Tuesday 20th September at 4.15 pm in The Hill in Newtowncashel.
Under 6 years –4.30—5.00
6—9 years 5.00---5.30
9—12 years 5.30---6.00
A teenage class can be arranged should there be a demand for it.
Classes are for boys and girls.
For further information or to book a place ...Contact
Mairead 0868546433

ART CLASSES
Art classes in Ballymahon are to re-commence in October with Tutor Frances Kelleher. Beginners classes on Tuesday mornings and Improvers in the evenings, time to be decided. Please contact Frances athfkelleher@eircom.net or text her at 087-9913 651. Or phone Bridgeways Resource Centre at 09064-32691. Newcomers and improvers welcome.

TOURISM WITH BUSINESS CERTIFICATE
Looking for a career focused course? Then enrol on Longford College of Further Education’s 1 year Tourism with Business programme starting September 2016. Ireland is going through a tourism regeneration with employment potential from Center Parcs and from initiatives such as The Wild Atlantic Way, The Greenway Cycle Project and Ireland’s Ancient East project. The course offers practical business skills for the workplace as well as accreditation from Quality Qualifications Ireland and awards up to 400 CAO points for progression to third level institutions. This course is free to those in receipt of BTEA or who qualify for a SUSI grant* and to holders of a medical card. The registration fee and government levy is €330 for all other students. To enrol go to www.longfordcfe.com, click on enrol and follow instructions. (*Fees will be refunded on receipt of SUSI grant)

MACRA
Macra are looking for young people to join a new Macra club. Macra is a non profit organisation for young people 17-35,it has 6 key activities such as Agriculture,Sports,Performing Arts,Travel,Public Speaking and Community Involvoment. You dont need to be a farmer to join.
Contact can be made by contacting Diarmaid on 086 8612750 or by contacting the Longford Macra na Feirme facebook page.

INSULATION SERVICE
Free House Insulation service available. Check out the poster for eligibility criteria. Contact Terence on 086 3192721 for more information.

LONGFORD VTOS
The Longford VTOS programme is now recruiting. It offers full time business and computer training free of charge.
To qualify you must be over 21 and in receipt of a social welfare payment.
If you are interested contact Maeve Madden,VTOS Co-ordinator at 087 2050589.

MUSIC CLASSES
Newtownforbes Longford CCÉ are taking expressions of interest for beginner and improver traditional music classes. Any adults or children interested should contact us on 0878507726 or newtownforbeslongfordcce@eircom.net

GOOD2TALK
Good2Talk is a non profit organisation with charitable status. We offer counselling and psychotherapy to individuals, families, couples and teenagers on a contribution basis. No more than €25, regardless of you income, you can access an effective professional counsellor within 72 hours of contacting our service. We help clients overcome low mood, panic, worry, depression, low self esteem, addiction, bereavement, anger and trauma.
We are located on 2 Keons Terrace, Longford and our contact number is 043 3347477