Swinford Notes 31st August 2016

Posted By Swinford Admin on Aug 31, 2016

Swinford Indoor Country Market

This month the Swinford Indoor Country Market will take place on Saturday the 3rd of September from 9.30-2pm, in the Swinford Cultural Centre (beside the new library).

Our market boasts a wide range of lovely stalls, each bringing us a variety of local produce ranging from fresh vegetables, homemade breads, cakes and a selection of plants, through to a a mixture of hand made crafts and jewellery.
This month there will a short craft workshop running for the children and we are delighted to welcome back some familiar faces to the market.

Whilst visiting the market, why not take a while to sit down and relax at the fabulous Railway Cafe where you can choose from a selection of homemade cakes, quiches and other light bites, whilst soaking up the warm and friendly atmosphere and listening to the traditional live music.

We look forward to seeing you all there.

Heartfulness, Relaxation and Meditation

Monday 12th September at 7pm in the Parochial House Swinford. Free and open to all over 16 years.

Contact  086 0700681 if you require further information.

M.A.S.K Karate Club

M.A.S.K Karate Club run Karate Classes for children & adults in Meelick Community Centre on Monday evenings.

Children’s classes are from 7-8pm while adult classes are from 8-9.30pm.

Beginners are welcome and you pay as you go.

For further details contact Kevin Loftus on 086 0750151.

Memorial Walk

Mayo Roscommon Hospice 5km memorial walk takes place on Sunday September 11th in Castlebar. You are invited to celebrate the life of a loved one, a friend or neighbour in this special way and join the walk in their memory.

You can also avail of a personalised t-shirt.

To take part please call 094 9388666.

Bunting and Flags for the All Ireland Final

All business and homes in the Swinford area, please put up your flags, bunting  and posters to support the Mayo Football Team

To support the Mayo team in the All Ireland Final, Swinford have decided to leave the Siamsa Bunting up in the town.

 Swinford looks forward to welcoming the team to the town with the Sam Maguire.

Music Lessons

Guitar and keyboard/piano (inc RIAM) lessons are being held near Swinford. These are 1 to 1 lessons with a qualified and experienced music teacher.

First introductory lesson is free.

For more information please contact Tony Roberts on 087 7625254.

Swinford GAA

50/50 Draw

This weeks draw was held in Moores and Melanie McGuinness won €900.
Envelopes are available in most business premises and online through www.swinfordgaa.ie where tickets can be purchased in bundles of 10/25/52 weeks. Next draw is in the Quinns on the 6th September. Draw envelopes are now available at 3 for €5.

Into the drum for the Grand draw on the 13th September go: Melanie McGuinness, Gavin Moore, Peter Callaghan, Sheedy Family, Sean & Angela Gavaghan, Muldowney Family, Michael Regan, Sean Philbin, Bradan Boland and Kevin Nestor,

For the next two draws of our 50/50 draw every entry will have a chance to win an All Ireland Final Ticket.
On each of the following draws on the 6th September in Quinns Bar and 13th September in The Sheepwalk the winning envelope and an additional nine envelopes will be put aside for a Grand Draw.
The Grand draw will be held in the Sheepwalk on Tuesday 13th and the winner will take home an All Ireland Final Ticket.
If you are not in you cannot win……..

Upcoming Fixtures

Bohola Moy Davitts v Swinford in Foxford

Swinford v Kilfian in Ballina

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