Swinford Notes May 2nd 2018

Posted By Douglas Kelly on May 2, 2018

Healthcare Support Training

Mayo North East is organising a free Healthcare Support Training Course in Swinford for unemployed people or people in part-time employment. On successful completion of the course learners will have gained a Healthcare Support QQI Level 5 Major award. Skillnet eligibility criteria will apply and Garda Vetting must be successfully completed. Training will commence one day per week in June 2018 and conclude in December 2018. Latest date for receipt of application for the course is Friday 11th May 2018. Please contact Jackie on 0877028863 or 094 9256745. Email infoswinford@mayonortheast.com to secure a place. This training is funded under The Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme.

Swinford Men Win IRFU Cup With Ballina RFC

Congratulations to Marc Feeley, William O’Connor (Club President) and Aiden McNulty for winning a national title with Ballina RFC. The club has had an exceptional year winning the The Cawley Cup, Connacht Junior Cup, Connacht Junior League and last Saturday, the All-Ireland Qualifier trophy. It was a great achievement by the Swinford men and congratulations to them and everybody at Ballina Rugby Football Club.

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Saturday Evening Mass Choir

The Saturday evening choir is looking for new members. Adults or teenagers with an interest in singing or playing music are invited to join the choir. Call up to the gallery any Saturday evening 6.30pm or contact Marie on 0872805222.

Swinford Community Games

Barnacogue N.S Cash for Clobber

Barnacogue N.S. will be organizing a number of fundraising initiatives over the coming months, to raise much needed funds towards the development of a safe car park & set-down area for the school.

A ‘Cash for Clobber’ collection takes place on Friday 18th May. We would welcome any of your unwanted, used clothes, bags, belts, shoes, household textiles, tea towels, cushion covers, curtains & bed linen (no duvets or pillows).

You can drop your clobber (in bags) into the school between 9.30am & 3.00pm, Monday to Friday before 18th May.

What a great opportunity to clear out your wardrobes while helping the school!
Your support is much appreciated!

Swinford & District Gardening Club

Swinford Gardening Club will hold a trip to Galway on Saturday May 5th 2018.
The bus leaves Swinford at 8am Sharp.
Breakfast will be served in The Trappers Inn, Galway followed by a guided tour of St. Brigid’s Garden, Roscahill and the Celtic Crystal factory and Visitors Centre.
There will be some time for shopping at Terryland Shopping centre.
Finally there will be a visit to McGaugh’s Gardening Complex before leaving Galway, Followed by dinner on the return journey home.
The cost is €48 per person.
Early booking is advised.
There is a deposit of €20, which secures your place.
For more information or to book your place.
Contact Angela on 087-6520311.

Killasser Community Centre

KCC 50/50 draw took place on Easter Sunday night in Franks Place, March winner was Brendan Tansey who won €600 with Francis Hegarty and Yvonne Moore winning €20 spot prize.

The new cycle for annual subscription is starting and we would appreciate your support at €60 for the year. To subscribe contact committee.

Killasser Folk Group/Gospel Choir

Any singers and musicians interested in forming a folk group/gospel choir in the Killasser area please contact Marie Anne Noone at 087 9035533 or e-mail frjohnd@gmail.com or marieanne.noone@gmail.com Membership from outside Killasser very welcome.

Swinford GAA 50/50 Draw

Swinford GAA Club Fixtures

Fixtures (subject to change)

Table Quiz

Swinford Football Club

Swinford FC Club Crest

Girls Under 12 Division 1
May 8th at 7pm
Ballinrobe v Swinford

Connacht Shield Final
May 6th 3pm
Kilkerrin United v Swinford
in Lecarrow, Roscommon

Swinford Golf/Soccer draw

Draw No. 11 was held in the Sheepwalk Bar on Sunday 22nd April 2018.

€1000 Caroline Gordon