Carrick-on-Shannon Community News - 14th April, 2006

COMMUNITY SCHOOL NEWS

Bereavement & Separation Support Group: Thirteen students from the school went to Delphi young adventure centre on Monday 3rd April. These students were part of the bereavement and separation group within the school and they took part in leisure activities over a three day period. The activities included archery, kayaking, surfing and hill walking. The weather obliged with continuous sunshine.

The Dock goes into The Blue: Recently a number of students from the school were treated to an unforgettable performance in the Dock. Shootin Star Productions brought "Blue," an outstanding play by Ursula Rani Sarna, to the Dock where it was performed for one night only. Here, the audience dived right into the "Blue" and were kept down under for around one hour and fifteen minutes. This play portrays the typical pressures that young people of Leaving Cert age face as they grow up in a small town and try to deal with the exams ahead and prepare for life in the real world. With snippets of humour, this play shows, through a series of flashbacks, dialogue and narration, that a student's life is never straight forward. The play is centred on three childhood friends. They have a week to go before their exams and the end of the school year but they each have individual problems with their families. Des (Eoghan O'Neill) is the sensible and reliable one whom the other two depend on but he is being pressured by his father to stay on the farm. Danny (Geraldine Rooney) is smart and intelligent but she hides the fact that she has a crazy mother by burying herself in her books and studies. Finally there's Joe (Jimi McDonnell). He's the joker of the group but his constant talking and joking is only a cover for the fact that his life is going nowhere. His father is a schoolteacher who is very tough and strict on him. Everyday, they follow the same routine of jumping off the cliffs into the deep blue ocean where, for those few seconds, they escape reality and dive into a world where anything is possible and dreams can come true. On Friday nights they head into the city where they sneak into clubs to get a taste of student life until that one day, when their usual routine is horribly changed.

Ladies Football: The first year girls' team had a tough encounter against Swinford in the Connaught championship recently. The Leitrim girls got away to a great start and led by 2-5 to 1-1 at half time. However they made hard going of the second half and instead of sewing things up early on they lost their shape and allowed the Mayo girls get right back into it. Captain, Claire Gill played an inspirational role and pulled it out of the fire at the death on a final scoreline of 2-8 to 3-4. Good for Carrick were the afore mentioned Gill with Edel Mc Manus, Alison Mc Keon and Rebecca Duignan also shining. Goalie Niamh Spellman had a shaky period allowing in 2 goals in as many minutes but this was very much the exception and her excellent saves saved the day. It would be a miss not to note Ruth Cryan's stalworth contribution in defence. It wasn't pretty but a win is a win, well done.

Helper for Lourdes: The school is privileged to have been invited once again this year to supply a helper for the diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes. Fourth year student Neil Slevin was chosen in a draw held recently in the school. The students sold raffle tickets to fund raise. Congratulations to Ms Duffy & Ms Mc Brien who won easter eggs and thanks to Mulvey's Newsagent for the sponsorship.

Chess Congratulations: To our chess team who were victorious over Carrickmacross, Lanesboro and Boyle B recently. The team of Dan Gillan, Danny Foley, Cian Mc Loughlin and Aislin Molloy will now represent the school in the All Ireland in May.

Subject Choices: Third year students and their parents were given a very informative presentation on the options and subject choices for Leaving cert. Presentations on the Transition Leaving Cert, Leaving Cert Applied and the Leaving Cert Vocational Programmes offered by the school were well received by students and now all have completed their choices for next year.

Drug Awareness: Recovering drug addict and alcoholic, Jackie Burke spoke to fourth year students in the school recently in attempt to create awareness in young people of the dangers, side effects and consequences of drug addiction. He spoke from personal experience of the effects of the addiction on mental and physical well being. His personal story was very moving and his road to recovery a long and difficult one. He also brought a religious aspect to his whole talk. His presentation also includes a demonstration on what some of the drugs looked like. Students found his presentation "Brilliant" and commented that his personal approach as opposed to a dictatorial style was very effective. Jackie also spoke to parents in a very well attended and informative lecture.

Exams: We have come to the end of a very busy period for the school and particularly for our exam students. Who said the leaving cert was in June? Our exam students have now completed projects in the practical subjects and orals in Irish and the modern European languages as well as their LCVP portfolios. A number of our teachers were examiners for the department of Education & Science in some of these subjects. We thank everybody who helped and supported our students during this busy period and wish you all a very happy, peaceful and safe Easter.

carrick-on-shannon & district historical society

For our April meeting the Society will be visiting Andersons Thatched Pub on the Elphin Rd to celebrate the 'An Tostal' which was held in the town in April 1953. Freely translated 'An Tostal' means 'Ireland at home' and the government of the day and Bord Failte hoped to increase the number of tourists visiting Ireland in the 'offpeak' period by selecting about 60 centres across the land to hold a series of events which included military and country life parades, exhibitions, historical talks, sports competitions and, of course, traditional music and dancing. Other nearby centres chosen included Battlebridge and Drumshanbo where the festivities continue to this day. The Society will have on display a number of artefacts and exhibits and to help us to get into the swing of things we shall be welcoming some local traditional musicians, singers and dancers. All are welcome to join us - there will be no charge on this occasion. The date is Wednesday, 19th April and the time is 8.30pm.

millennium choir

Best wishes for a great trip and safe return to those travelling to Vienna/Budapest. The A.G.M. is postponed until September, following the Choir's appearance in the Carrick Water Music Festival on Thursday 10th August. Rehearsal dates for that concert will be posted in due course.

Enrolment st joseph's n.s. leitrim village

Completed application forms for enrolment in the above school must be returned to the Secretary's Office by May 1st 2006, in order to facilitate class organisation and to meet the requirements of Bus Eireann.

marist third order

Mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick's Hospital Chapel on Wednesday, 19th April at 8 pm. All welcome.

table quiz

The recent Table Quiz held in aid of MS was a great success. Many thanks to all those who attended. A special thanks to the sponsors of the prizes: Ardcarne Garden Centre, Supervalu, Diffleys, Underworld, Peg Gannon, Patricia Garltan, Bairbre Kennedy, Centra, Gerry Fitzgerald, Fresh-To-Day, Mulveys Newsagents, Bernee Murray, Ciaran Kennedy and Clairin Molloy of Jewel. Thanks also to our quizmaster supreme, Tom Hughes, marker Michael O'Brien, Mickey Duignan, Ann Moore and Junior Chamber who all corrected, Regina Mulvey and her friend Jenny who collected the answers, Bernadette Mc Loughlin who prepared the answer sheets and Mary Kennedy who provided the Dingbats.

The winner of the Doll whose birthday turned out to be 1st December, was Roisin Whynn, Rockingham, Boyle, who was presented with her prize on Friday.

St. Vincent de Paul

Our Ozman House shop is situated on the Dublin road, Carrick-on-Shannon and the following are the shop opening hours: Tuesdays 2 pm to 5 pm; Thursdays 11am-5pm & 8pm to 10 pm and on Fridays 11am to 5 pm.

Please note that our shop will be closed tomorrow, Thursday April 13th from 5 pm and will not reopen until Tuesday April 25th at 2 p.m. Wishing all our members and customers a very Happy Easter.

Please note that we can only accept good quality second hand clothes for our shop - as a guideline clothing that you yourself would be prepared to wear in public.

Under no circumstances can St.Vincent de Paul accept any electrical items or furniture. Please note that we have a small notice board in the shop if people have items to give away. St.Vincent de Paul can be contacted on our shop phone 071-96-20380. Please leave a message with your name and contact number and a member of the Society will return your call.

Breffni Community Development Company

Alternative Therapies Evening Course - A six-week evening course on Alternative Therapies will commence in Breffni Community Development on Thursday 27th April 2006. Topics will include Aromatherapy, Bach Flower Remedies, Indian Head Massage, Reflexology, Colour Therapy and Crystal Therapy. The full cost of the course is €50. A non refundable deposit of €20 is required by 24th April otherwise places cannot be guaranteed. For booking, phone 071 9622566.

Register for Weekly Update by Email - If you would like to receive our weekly email up-date, with details of all activities taking place at Breffni, please send your email address to brefcom@eircom.net stating that you wish to receive our weekly bulletin.

Oil Painting for Absolute Beginners - A six week evening course of Oil Painting for Absolute Beginners commenced on Wednesday 19th April. Course fee is €55. A non-refundable deposit of €20 is required, otherwise places cannot be guaranteed. Please contact the centre for a list of materials / booking on 071 9622566. Places restricted to 10.

Opportunities for Women Learning (OWL) - Corryeolous Women's Group have organised an open meeting with OWL (Opportunities for Women Learning) on Monday 8th May 2006 at 7.30pm. The OWL Programme has been set up to create opportunities for women to learn. Courses include Women and Health, Women's Studies, Self Awareness for Women, Study and Work Preparation, Women and Leadership, Computer Courses and much more. This is an open meeting to learn more about OWL and the benefits of this programme for women in Carrick-on-Shannon. All women are welcome to attend and the meeting will take place in Breffni Community Development Company at Breffni Crescent.

Parent and Toddler Group - Every Monday @10.30am. All adults who are in the company of a toddler are encouraged to come along. New members are particularly welcomed into our group.

Regular Services and Supports - We provide a range of administrative services at the Community House, Breffni Crescent including faxing, binding, laminating, printing as well as public Internet / Email access. Our Information Section stocks Social Welfare Booklets and Forms, literature from Comhairle, IFSRA, Legal Aid Board, Pensions Board, driving application forms etc. Other activities and services include Crche, Pre-school, Afterschool, Youth Group and Women's Group. We also hold various evening courses and workshops and we would be delighted to hear from you if there are any specific courses or classes that you are interested in. You may visit our Centre from 9.30am-5pm Monday to Friday, phone us on 071 9622566 or email brefcom@eircom.net

Extended Hours in Breffni Afterschool! - From 24th April, Breffni Afterschool will have extended opening hours. In response to public demand, the Afterschool will be open to 6pm each evening and at no additional cost! The Management and Staff at Breffni are delighted to offer this improved service. The Afterschool provides a professional, structured programme of arts and crafts, homework support, dance and drama, sports and games. There are some places available in the Afterschool at Breffni Childcare, Carrick-on-Shannon. Contact Paula on 071 9622566.

Over 55's Trip to Dail Eireann - On Wednesday last, a group of 18 people set off from Breffni Community Development for Dail Eireann. Stopping in the wonderful Mullingar Park Hotel on route, the group enjoyed an informative tour of Leinster House and even sat in the viewing gallery to watch the Dail in session. The group also had the opportunity to visit the Seanad as well as the Dail Bar!! Following an evening meal on the return journey, the group were home in Carrick at 9pm. Breffni Community Development Company wishes to acknowledge the financial assistance provided by the HSE (formerly NWHB) towards this memorable day. Watch out for other events for Breffni Over 55's.

• Breffni Community Development Co. Ltd., Breffni Crescent, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim.

Tel 071 9622566 / 9622567.

Fax 071 9622106.

market yard events

Dressmaking Course: Buy your own pattern and learn, step by step, how to bring your garment to life.

Second Course Starting Soon. For more information contact Jenny or Mary at The Market Yard Centre on 071-9650816.

Organic Farmers Market: Every Thursday 10am -2pm.

Pilates: Mon-Thurs, 6pm-7pm & 7pm to 8pm. Contact 086-0894266 for further details.

Cardio Kickboxing Classes: Monday & Thursday 8pm-9pm. Contact 086-0894266 for further details.

Salsa Dancing Classes: Monday & Thursday nights 9-10pm. Contact 086-0894266 for further details.

Home Services Co-Operative Agency: Monday & Thursday 9.30am-5.00pm. For further details contact 090 6625988.

Market Yard Centre Website: www.themarketyardcentre.com

The new Market Yard one for all voucher available to buy. All enquiries regarding booking Community Room or Market Stalls, contact 071-9650816 for more details.

Interested in teaching a course in a language, craft or other useful skill to the Community, please contact the Management office on 071-9650816 to discuss details.

All enquiries regarding booking of community room or market stalls contact 071-9650816 for more details.

new carrick-on-shannon family life centre

Progress has been made and the Centre is due to be open in The Presentation House at the end of May. Staff qualified in Counselling and Psychotherapy will be available to deal with any issues or problems.

For further information phone 085-1029668.

tidy towns notes

What a pleasure it was to visit the Boys National School in Carrick last week and to see their enthusiasim for our Tidy Towns effort. They have formed their own Committee, with Chairman, Secretary, etc. and presently they are recycling all the School Litter. They are awaiting delivery of a Compost Bin from the Council. They already have a collection point for used batteries. The playground was Litter Free and the shrubbery on the right hand side was very well maintained and the grass area cut. They are having an 'Action Day" on April 28th. They have entered for the 'Green Flag Award' and this demands much work. So we wish them well in their endeavours. We are running a competition for the two National Schools in the Town, with a prize of €50 for the best entry of "The Ten Best ways to improve our marks in this years Tidy Towns Competition". Entries for this competition can be sent to: The Secretary, Tidy Towns Committee, Management Office, Market Yard Centre, Carrick-on-Shannon. Closing date is Friday 19th May 2006.

Last years mark was 250 out of 300. We came 8th out of 92 entries in Category C. Residents have mentioned that the Bottle Banks are not emptied frequently enough.

carrick town f.c.

Under 12: Carrick's last League game of the season away to Arrow Harps was not played on Saturday due to ground conditions. As the result will not affect either teams league placing the fixture is cancelled. As a treat on Saturday last the players were brought to Supermacs. Carrick have also to play in the T.J. Mc Menamon U-12 cup where they got a bye in the 1st round.

Under 16: Carrick went down 2-1 at home to Dromore Villa in the League at the Showgrounds on Tuesday evening of last week. Ruaidhri Mc Loughlin scored for Carrick after they had fallen behind to a good goal from out on the wing after a defensive lapse.

Dromore scored the winner just before half time after a Carrick player got injured in the centre circle. Thankfully he was able to play on but a tight second half yielded no further goals. The team was: Kealan Mc Keon, Gary Mc Quaid, Alan Duffy, Daniel Mc Gonigle, Darragh Singleton, Michael Murphy, Anthony Tighe, Alan Wynne, Ruaidhri Mc Loughlin, Conor Glancy and Padriaig Fearon. Subs used: Brian Farrell and Terry Beckett.

Carrick play Melville at home on Easter Monday in the last U-16 League game. Kick off 5pm.

Thanks: To Sean Lynch for a good job rolling the pitch for Tuesday nights game. Under 18: Carrick play Kesh F.C. Co. Fermanagh at the Showgrounds on Saturday next 2pm in an U-18 friendly game. The match is part of a cross border project organised by Leitrim County Development Board and Fermanagh Local Strategy Partnership. Kesh are a feeder club for Burnley F.C. in England and have a number of players on the books there. They enter the famous Foyle Cup in Derry every summer and this year it is proposed to enter a joint team with Carrick.

Meanwhile Carrick play Innishfree Celtic at home on Good Friday in the U-18 League. Kick off 5pm.

Senior: There are no Senior games over the Easter period. The next game is on Sunday week 22nd of April away to Real Tubber in the Robert Cawley Cup at 11am.

Rugby: Carrick R.F.C. played their first match at the Showgrounds since 1992-93 season on Sunday last with a 14-7 defeat v Galway side Our Lady's Boys Club in the Connaught Plate semi final.

i.c.a.

At a recent meeting of Carrick-on-Shannon Guild of I.C.A. votes of sympathy were passed to Mary O'Boyle and family on the death of Gerry, to John Tiernan, Aughavas on the death of Marcella. May they rest in peace.

Congratulations to Marie Donohoe on her daughter Catherine's success in hairdressing studies and to Rita Mc Loughlin on Jim's success in Health and Safety studies.

Guild members will attend Federation on April 26th in Aughnasheelin. A.G.M. of Guild will be held on May 2nd at 8.30pm at Old Vocational School.

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