Local Notes 29/4/24

Congratulations
Congratulations to all the boys and girls from Fenagh who received the Sacrament of Communion on Saturday last April 27th in Fenagh Church.

Handball News
Very well done to Katie Kane who travelled to Belfast to compete in the last 8 of the World Wallball Team Ireland Trials on Saturday. She won her quarter final in spectacular fashion. She then came up against a strong Boo Murphy from Wexford and just fell short. Congratulations Katie on getting this far, the last 4 in the country in your age category. 

Fenagh Tidy Towns
Work session continues Tuesdays at 6.30pm – meet Visitor Centre, new volunteers welcome

We are Hiring!
Fenagh Development Company is recruiting a Part-Time Visitor & Community Centre Supervisor. Full job description available at www.fenagh.com/jobs. To apply, email your cover letter and CV to manager.fenaghvc@gmail.com or via indeed.ie. Application deadline: 5pm Wednesday 3rd May.

Fenagh Visitor Centre Opening Hours
Fenagh Visitor Centre opening hours have changed. The centre will now be open Wednesday – Saturday 10am-5pm & Sunday 12noon-5pm. We will be closed on Mondays & Tuesdays. To contact the centre out of hours, leave a voicemail on 0719645590 or email bookings.fenaghvc@gmail.com

Afternoon Tea/Coffee & Cake
Barry & Elizabeth Flynn are hosting an Afternoon Tea/Coffee & Cake in their home, Bank Holiday Mon 6th May 12noon – 3pm, Gorvagh, Co. Leitrim N41 C6P4.  Any donations at the event or online will be entered into a draw for numerous prizes.  All funds raises go towards Barry’s Kiltubrid GAA/LGFA QuidGames Fundraising drive.  Prizes: 1 Ton of Ecobrite Coal – Delivered to your home – Sponsored by Arigna Fuels, 4 Ball Golf Voucher – Sponsored by Ballinamore Golf Club,  50 Euro Voucher – Sponsored by Blueway Lodge, 50 Euro Voucher -Sponsored – by for Talk n Tech,  30 euro Voucher – Scollon’s Gala,  Bottle of Brandy, Bottle of Whiskey, Bottle of and Gunpowder Gin.  Donations link https://www.clubspotevents.com/kiltubridgaa/barry-flynn

Fenagh Historical Tours
The popular historical tours of Fenagh have recommenced.  The tours last 1.5 hours and take in the fantastic historical sites dotted around our beautiful village. Tours start from Fenagh Visitor Centre at either 12 noon or 2pm. Booking is essential and can be done on our website www.fenagh.com –> Book Now, or by calling 0719645590. Upcoming dates: 27th & 28th

Fenagh Parent, Baby and Toddler Group
Every Friday morning from 10am-12noon, join us for Fenagh Parent, Baby and Toddler Group in Fenagh Visitor Centre. With soft-play and a range of toys for the little ones, and refreshments for parents/ guardians/ grandparents/ carers. The maximum age for children is 4 and the cost is €5 per adult.

Fenagh Visitor Centre – Birthday Parties
Our ever popular birthday parties are now available to book online. Simply go to www.fenagh.com and click ‘Book Now’. Birthday parties can take place on Saturdays or Sundays from 12-2 or 3-5pm. Minimum number of children is 6, maximum is 20. Full details and options available on the online booking form.

Female in Focus – Photography Exhibition
‘Female in Focus’, a photography exhibition by Dina Ozola is currently running in Fenagh Visitor Centre, all welcome.

Yoga with Kate
Yoga with Kate will run on Thursday evenings from 8pm in Fenagh Community Centre. 25th April, 2nd May, 9th May, 16th May, 23rd May & 30th May. Cost is €50 for all 6 sessions, or €10 pay as you go. To book a space, contact Kate on: Karydaily001@gmail.com or 0861750356

Darkness Into Light
Darkness Into Light will take place in Ballinamore on the 11th of May at 4am.  You can register for the event https://www.darknessintolight.ie. This is a community event hosted by Ballinamore Community School. 

Fully Funded Opportunity in Greece for 18-30 year olds
Good Energies Alliance Ireland, a local NGO based in Ballinaglera, is looking for a number of local people aged 18-30 to take part in an Erasmus exchange to Greece for two months this summer. Expenses will be paid for this trip, including flights, accommodation, meals, and the provision of a stipend. Please contact Adam Ó Ceallaigh, the Erasmus+ Coordinator, for more information and to log your interest at 0873982361. This is a great opportunity for local people and I would appreciate the information being widely circulated.

Leitrim PPN Plenary- Gathering of Community & Voluntary groups
Thurs 9th May, 7 to 9pm, Canon Donohoe Hall, Mohill, all welcome.Hear from Bernie Mulligan Dolan about the newly established GAA healthy clubs in Leitrim, as well as Louise McGeever, Road Safety Promotions Officer with RSA, and Sergeant Orla McGrath from Sligo/Leitrim Garda Division on road safety lifesaver project.This Plenary meeting is an excellent opportunity for community groups to network and connect with each other, learn about funding streams for community groups from Leitrim County Council and chat with local community groups who will be showcasing what they do.We’ve got you covered for food on arrival as well as a cake to celebrate the 10th anniversary of PPN’s and you can let us know you’re coming by emailing info@leitrimppn.ie. Please RSVP so we have numbers for catering.

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