Floral Demonstration
By Josie Coll in aid of Third World countries (formerly Toy Sale
Committee) tomorrow night in Ballyliffin Hotel at 8pm. Tickets 10
euro. Phone 9374706 / 9374725.

Database
Attention all groups, Carndonagh Community and Rural Development Group
are setting up a Database of all clubs and organisations in the area;
we need your support, so please drop your details into our office at
24 Chapel Street, or by phone on 9329969 or by email to
ccrdcltd@hotmail.com

Knitting Bus
The ICA are running a bus to the knitting and stitching in Dublin on
30 October, anyone interested in going should contact any ICA member
or call into the Wesley Hall, Bridge Street on Tuesday night between
9- 10pm.

Women’s AGM
Inishowen Women’s Information Network Are holding their AGM On the 30
October at 7:30pm in their offices, at 18 Millbrae Heights,
Carndonagh This meeting is open to all individuals women or women’s
groups wishing to take an active part in a Voluntary Group. R.S.V.P
28th October 2008 Phone 0749329494

Charity Quiz
in aid of RNLI in the Glen Bar tomorrow night at 9.30pm sharp. Prizes galore.

Table Quiz
in aid of Craigtown National School development fund in the Glen Bar
on Thursday 30 October starting at 10pm sharp.

Talent Show
to help raise money for the Chernobyl children’s charity. Cash and
prizes for the best acts. For further information contact Sabrina on
0863399794, application forms to be returned by tomorrow. Categories
required 12 yrs and under, 13-17years, 18-24 years, 25 and over. €3
for 12 & under to enter the competition and €5 for all other
categories. Auditions and competitions to be held in the Plaza in
Buncrana. Dates and times to be confirmed.

Months Mind Mass
this Saturday, 25 October at 7pm for Joe Houghton Chapel St.

Station Mass
tonight at 7.30pm in the home of Margaret and Liam Doherty,
Cregnahorna and tomorrow at 7.30pm in the home of Mary and Willie
Quigley, Caramore, Glentogher.

Parish Draw
Results €250 Philip & Nicola McLaughlin, Drumaville, Malin. promoter:
Celia McLaughlin; €125 Peter Doherty (P) Glenmakee, promoter: Mary
Doherty (W); €65 Anthony McLaughlin (G), Carrick, promoter Michelle
McLaughlin; €65 Samantha McLaughlin 47 Millbrae Meadows. promoter:
Paul O’Donnell.

Church Gate Collection this weekend, 25 and 26 October is for Self Help Africa.
Night at the Races In Tully’s Bar, The Diamond, Carndonagh this
Saturday, 25 October, starting at 9pm. North Inishowen Gun Club will
host the event. Everyone welcome. For more details, contact the Gun
Club or call Conn on 074 93 74544 or Don on 074 93 73097
Shopping Trip

Community Alert

If you are in receipt of an OAP and wish to avail of any of the following security equipment: Monitored alarm, security light, smoke alarms, door/window locks and door chains. Applications must be in by Monday 15th September to Joanie McLaughlin 0868453519. Mary McLaughlin 0863696133 or Dessie McCallion 0861080095.

Fundraising

In aid of Milltown House Carndonagh (respite and holiday home for learning disability). The Bavarian Operatic Repertory Company presents Musicals, melodies and more, and evening of songs known and loved tonight at 8pm in the Inishowen Gateway Hotel, Buncrana. Tickets are 15 euro and are available from the Gateway hotel or Milltown House 93 29044. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

Quiz Night

A Charity Quiz night has been arranged in Aid of Chernobyl Aid Ireland, At Tully’s Bar, Friday, 19 September at 9:30 pm (sharp). Desmond and Sean Monagle will travel to Belarus, as part of a construction team to renovate an orphanage. This is a very worthy cause and your support would be very much appreciated on the night. Everyone welcome & bring a friend.

Charity Quiz

In aid of MS and The Cancer Clinical Research Trust will be in the Arch Inn on Friday 12th September, starting at 9.30pm, Everyone welcome, Bring a friend!!!

New Parochial House

Number is 93 74 118 Fr Con McLaughlin.

Mass times

Monday to Thursday 10am, Friday 8pm. Saturday Vigil 7pm and Sunday 9am and 11am .

Confessions

Friday 7 – 7.45 pm and Saturday 6 – 6.45pm

Parish Draw

Results 1st 250 euro Michelle McLaughlin, Carrick, promoter Michelle McLaughlin. 2nd 125 euro Cormac Skinnader, Gortnacool, promoter Margaret McLaughlin. 3rd 65 euro Brid O’Connor, Galwilly, promoter Mary Quigley and 4th 65 euro Joe Callaghan, Craigtown promoter Sheila Callaghan Congratulations to all.

Lough Derg

One Day Retreats – Places are still available on the following days September 10,15,16,17,20,21,22 and 23rd Cost 27 euro. For booking (00 353) 71 9861518.

Bus to Knock

In honour of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal on the weekend of 13th /14th Sept. Overnight stay. Also bus on the weekend of 20th / 21st Sept in honour of Padre Pio. Cost (each trip) £70 sterling or 90 euro to be paid one week in advance Further details or to book tel 9320734 or mob 086 3465575.

Legion of Mary

Annual pilgrimage to Knock on Sunday 28th September. Bus leaving Carndonagh at 8.10am. Cost for bus and one meal 38 euro. To book, tel 93 70130/93 74 996 or any Legion member.

Good as New

In aid of Parish Funds is now open behind Mae’s. All donations of good quality furniture, clothes, bric a brac and jams and marmalades will be very welcome. Contact Mary Farren 9374488.

Computer, Internet & email Classes

On offer in the Wesley Hall on a One to One basis, for further information tel 9329680 between 10am – 5pm Monday – Friday.

The Art of Relaxation

A 10 week course which will teach you how to reduce worrying and to be better able to manage the stress in your life. Stress is a normal part of life but sometimes it becomes too much and when it does it can cause sleep disturbance, sweating, palpitations, shortness of breath, fainting, nausea, pins and needles, chest pain, panic attacks, negative thinking, etc… In recent years, several easy-to-use techniques have been proven by psychologists to be effective in managing these symptoms. The course aims to help people understand the mechanics of excessive worrying and the physical and metal side effects. Over the weeks, you will try out different techniques and select the ones which work best for you. The course will be held on Wednesdays from 11:00am to 12:00, starting September 17th in the Wesley Hall. Each session will last one hour. The cost is 60 euros per person, payable upon registration. Pre-registration is advisable as places are limited. Contact 9329680 to avoid disappointment. The course will be given by Gerry O’Keeffe who is a qualified counsellor working in Carndonagh.

Samaritans

Information Evening Tomorrow, Thursday, 11 September – 16 Clarendon St. Derry, Tonight, Wednesday 10 September, The Orchard Inn, Letterkenny. Evenings begin 7.30pm.

Hatha Yoga with Amanda recommencing Thursday 11th September 7.15 & 8.30pm in the Wesley Hall. 1st class free 7 weeks 45euro (7.50 per class) to enrol ring 086 3022405/074 93 73528.

Chamber of Commerce A small working group of business people in Carndonagh met recently to discuss the feasibility of establishing a “Chamber of Commerce All businesses listed in the Carndonagh Telephone Directory were invited to a meeting in Simpson’s last night, Tuesday, 9 September at 8pm to discuss the formal establishment of the project. Businesses in the area not listed in the directory were invited to attend on the night, as the meeting was open to all.

Dancing

Modern and Old Tyme Dancing every Tuesday night in The Colgan Hall Carndonagh 9pm till 10:30pm starting 9th September. beginners welcome

Premises to let

in Carndonagh suitable for a charity shop tel 086 6002213.

Health Service Executive in conjunction with FAS Community Employment Project – Applications are invited for the above one year project, which is based at the James Connolly Memorial Hospital and Carndonagh District Hospital. Project Worker vacancies include Grounds persons and Care Assistant positions. F.A.S. eligibility criteria will apply. Applications to: Mr Julian Theseira, JCM Hospital or Ms Maura Gillen, Carndonagh District Hospital on or before the 19th September 2008. Enquiries to Mr Jack McLaughlin, CE Supervisor, JCM Hospital. Tel: 074 9374206.

Drama classes

The Nicola Keegan School of Speech and Drama will commence in The Pastoral Centre, Carndonagh, from Saturday the 13th September 2008. Classes concentrate on the natural development of the voice and all aspects of drama with the aim of enhancing children’s communication, confidence and creativity. For further queries please call 087 902 9926.

Counselling

The Donegal Sexual Abuse & Rape Crisis Centre is now offering individual counselling in Carndonagh every Wednesday. This service is open to female and male survivors of sexual abuse and rape and is free of charge. For more information or to arrange an appointment please call: 07491 28211 or freephone: 1800 448844 or email: rapecrisis@eircom.net

Thanks

Sheila Doherty Susie Moville Rd, wishes to thank everyone who made her trip to Ghana, West Africa. On the Realt Voluntary Teaching programme possible. All who sponsored her including, friends, family neighbours, businesses, St. Patrick’s boys and St Bridget’s N.S. and Fr. Farrelly. Her trip was a memorable experience.

Art Classes

in Acrylic Medium ‘Using acrylic as watercolour’ will begin Friday, September 26th and run for eight weeks. In St.Patrick’s Hall, Malin Town, 7:30-9:30pm. Names will e accepted on a first-come basis. Some experience is helpful but not essential. Please contact Lida at 93-79962 or e.mail anapauses@gmail.com.

Pilates Courses starting Thursday 11th September at 8pm for intermediate, in the Gym, Mart Rd. Beginners pilates start Thursday 18th September at 9pm to book phone Claire 93 62723.

If you have information you wish to have included in these notes please telephone 93 74725 before 8pm on Thursday.

Welcome Whilst tinged with sadness at the premature retirement, due to ill health, of our popular parish Priest, Fr Seamus Farrelly, we extend a very warm Carndonagh welcome to the newly appointed P.P.. Fr Con Mc Laughlin. Fr Seamus has served in Carndonagh for over 13 years and during this time he endeared himself to the people by his kindness, approachability, humility, and good humour. The parish wish him God’s Blessing and a speedy recovery from his illness. Hopefully. Fr Con will find the transition from C.C. to P.P. not too difficult and his Ministry in Carndonagh a happy and fruitful one. Thanks to Fr Ryder, Fr Daniel McFaul, Fr Colm Morris and Fr Jim McGonagle for very capably filling the breach, during the difficult period of Fr Farrelly’s illness.
Donegal Action for Cancer Care Wish to inform the local community of a Community Lecture on Advances in Breast Cancer Care with Dr. Laszlo Tabar, MD from Sweden a world expert in his field on Monday next, 8 September, at 7pm in the Radisson SAS Hotel, Letterkenny This is an unique opportunity to hear a world expert in mammography. Dr. Tabar will be visiting Letterkenny at the invitation of the new Breast Surgeon Mr. Michael Sugrue and Letterkenny General Hospital All welcome – admission free.
Beaver Scouts Registration Night Meeting for existing Beavers and new Beavers at Hillhead Hall on Monday next, 8 September, at 6.30pm.  Children must be in first class and six years of age to be eligible to join.  Only a very limited number of places are available for new beavers.  Registration fee for the year will be 38 euro.
Parochial House 9374104. Mass times will be on the Notice Boards at the Church Door.Anniversary Mass for Mary Long, Ardcolgan on Thursday 4th September at 10am and on Saturday 6th September at 7pm for Mary Doyle, Benduff.Parish Draw results 20 August – 1st 250 euro Lisa McGrenera, Tiernaleague, promoter Emer McGonagle. 2nd 125 euro Mary Hirrell, Ballyloskey, promoter Patricia McLaughlin. 3rd 65 euro Ann Doherty, Ballyloskey, promoter Patricia McLaughlin and 4th 65 euro Veronica McLaughlin, Liss, promoter Celia McLaughlin.  27th August 1st 250 euro Sarah McLaughlin, Bridge Street, promoter Maura Harkin. 2nd 125 euro Bernie McDonagh, Milltown, promoter Margaret McLaughlin. 3rd 65 euro Mary Reynolds, The Diamond, promoter Kay McDermott and 4th 65 euro Miriam McKinney, Abbots Wood,  promoter Maura Harkin.  Congratulations to all.
Thanks  The organisers of the fundraising dance for Fr Dan McCallion wish to thank all those who supported the dance, the sum raised was 5130 euro.
Lough Derg One Day Retreats – Places are still available on the following days September 7, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22 and 23. Cost 27 euro.  For booking (00 353) 71 9861518.
Bus to Knock In honour of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal on the weekend of 13-14 September. Overnight stay. Also bus on the weekend of 20-21 Septempber in honour of Padre Pio.  Cost (each trip)  £70 sterling or 90 euro to be paid one week in advance Further details or to book tel 9320734 or mob 086 3465575.
Good as New In aid of parish funds is now open behind Mae’s. All donations of good quality furniture, clothes, bric a brac and jams and marmalades will be very welcome. Contact Mary Farren 9374488.
The Cairn Theatre Group, Greencastle Presents “From a Famine to a Feast” Musical every Tuesday evening.  Doors open 8pm, Show commences at 8.30pm.  Enquiries to 074 93 81104.  This is an excellent show, well worth seeing.Wesley Hall  Names are now being taken for Card making classes commencing in September.  There is a limited number of places so book early to avoid disappointment. 9329680 The dancing will recommence on Monday next, 8 September, at 8.30pm.  Admission five euro including supper.
Computer, Internet & email Classes Are on offer in the Wesley Hall on a one-to-one basis. For further information telephone 9329680 between 10am – 5pm Monday – Friday.
FundraiserFundraising in aid of Milltown House Carndonagh  (respite and holiday home for learning disability).  The Bavarian Operatic Repertory Company presents Musicals, melodies and more, and evening of songs known and loved.  On Wednesday 10th September at 8pm in the Inishowen Gateway Hotel, Buncrana.  Tickets are 15 euro and are available from the Gateway hotel or Milltown House 93 29044.  Your support would be greatly appreciated.
Good Morning Inishowen needs more Volunteers Do you have a couple of hours to spare once a week? Would you like to get involved in your local community? Are you a good listener? Would you like to learn new skills and meet new People? Do you enjoy talking to Older People? If the answer to any of the above is Yes, then Good Morning Inishowen would like to hear from you, the service needs new Volunteers so that the calls to Older People in the Inishowen  community can both continue and be extended.  Further enquiries please to Anne at Good Morning Inishowen, 6 Ardaravan Sq., (the new street) Buncrana or at 93 21598.Charity Quiz In aid of MS and The Cancer Clinical Research Trust will be in the Arch Inn on Friday 12th September, starting at 9.30pm,  Everyone welcome, Bring a friend!!!

Samaritans Information Evenings Tuesday. 9 September and Thursday, 11 September – 16 Clarendon St. Derry,  Wednesday, 10 September, The Orchard Inn, Letterkenny. Evenings begin 7.30pm.
Workshop on Marriage Renew your Wedding vows – Marriage Encounter is a weekend away Friday 8pm – Sunday 5pm.  For married couples of all ages with a stable relationship. Dates 26th – 28th September in the Drummond Hotel, Ballykelly. 10th – 12th October, Emmaus Centre, Swords.  04871350612.

Carndonagh Parent and Toddler Group Will start up again on Tuesday 9th September from 10 – 11.30am in the Council Offices, Carndonagh.  Everyone welcome, limited spaces available. 
Hatha Yoga With Amanda recommencing Monday 8th Sept 8pm in Tul na ri and Thursday 11th September 7.15 & 8.30pm in the Wesley Hall.  1st class free 7 weeks 45euro (7.50 per class) to enrol ring 086 3022405/074 93 73528.
Youth Hike to Croagh PatricSaturday 13th Sept for 16d under: Millennium Partnership Fund for Disadvantage: Access to Third Le – 35 yrs. For details  tel 048 71264087.Inishowen Development Partnership invites applications for grant aivel Education and the Return to Education Grants. Closing date for receipt of completed applications: Monday, October 6, at 5.pm For application forms and further details tel 93 62218
Modern and Old Tyme Dancing Every Tuesday night in The Colgan Hall Carndonagh 9pm till 10:30pm starting 9th September. beginners welcome
Premises to let In Carndonagh suitable for a charity shop tel 086 6002213.
GAA The winning numbers in the club mini-lotto were 8, 15, 14, 2 and 21. There was no jackpot winner. 75 Euro Paul McLaughlin, Riversdale, Carndonagh. 30 Euro Brendan Moyne, Glack Carn. 15 euro Cian and Lochlainn Doherty (B), Ballyloskey, Carn. Denis Davenport, Foden, Carn The Walker Family, Hollymount, Carn. The jackpot next week is 3300 Euro the draw will be held in the Arch.
If you have information you wish to have included in these notes please telephone 9374725 before 8pm on Thursday.

First Anniversary Mass for PJ Doherty, Finton, Malin Street on Saturday 24^th at 7pm.

Blessing of the Cemetery  will take place on Sunday 6^th July at 3pm

Congratulations to all the Girls and Boys who made their First Holy Communion on Saturday.

Parish Draw

1^st Prize 250 euro Mary O’Donnell, Glebe, promoter Elizabeth Doherty; 2^nd Prize 125 euro, Bridie Doherty (O) Churchtown, Patricia McLaughlin; 3^rd Prize 65 euro Sadie Doherty, Craignahorna, Breegeen Doherty and 4^th Prize 65 euro, James and Ann Houton, Benduff, Mary Lafferty.

St. Josephs Young Priests Society

Annual Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on the 28th June. This pilgrimage is open to anyone, you don’t have to be a member to go on the trip. To book ring Esther Porter on 9374566 or 0868475971 or contact any member of the Carndonagh group.

Trip to Carfin in Scotland for St. Peregrine Mass on First Friday, from Thursday 3^rd July – Saturday 5^th July £160 per person sharing. Includes bus, boat and 2 nights B&B. For further information tel 93 83183.

Engaged? Getting married within the next year?  An Engaged encounter Weekend is a recognised form of marriage preparation in is a communication workshop designed for couples preparing for marriage.  The weekend in non-residential and will take place in the Thornhill Centre, Derry on 14-15^th June.  Early booking is advised.  For information contact 048 71350612 or 04827638512.

Lourdes Pilgrimage

Derry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes led by Most Rev. Dr. Francis Lagan, Auxiliary Bishop of Derry, takes place 16 – 21 July.  Fare £449.  Booking forms available in Parochial House.

The Diocesan will also be taking a youth group, aged 20-35, to experience these days of celebration. 

Lough Derg Retreat

One Day Retreat to Lough Derg on Saturday, May 24.  Pick up Carndonagh 7am. Clonmany 7.20am, Buncrana Super Valu 8am.  Fare includes bus, ferry and two meals and is 45 euro.  Tel 07493 76573 to book.

Blowing in the Wind

The pupils of St. Patrick’s Girls’ N.S. under the direction of their teachers and visiting artist, Mhairi Sutherland, have been busy for the past week creating works of art with the theme “Blowing in the Wind”, for an art exhibition which is now on display in Supervalu.

Host Families for Spanish Students due to visit Carndonagh in July are urgently required.  Students will attend school daily Monday – Friday and host families will get an allowance of 185 euro per week.  If interested please contact Ailish Tully at 93 74938 ASAP

PLC Course in Carndonagh Community School has a few places available in Business Administration with Tourism in the academic year 08/09 (FETAC Level 5).  The course consists of modules in Administration, word and text processing, accounting, spreadsheets, databases and communications. Local work placement is included.  PLC students may also repeat Leaving Cert Maths, during this course. This course will be of interest to Students with a Leaving Cert who wish to progress to Third level but who have inadequate CAO points, individuals who wish to improve employment chances and Mature student wishing to return to education. For application forms or further information phone the school on 93 74260.

Ballyliffin Golf Club will be running a  Child Protection Course on Thursday  May 29, 6.30 pm-10.30 pm.  Anyone interested please submit your names to Ballyliffin Golf Club office by emailing trisha@ballyliffingolfclub.com  or telephone 074 93 76119.

Inishowen Gardening Club Plant Sale will be held on Monday 26^th May at 7pm in Wesley Hall, Carndonagh. Come along for some great bargains in plants and garden sundries

Outing  to Dunmore House, Carrigans on Sunday, June 8. Bus will leave from the Diamond, Carndonagh at 2pm. For further enquiries or to book your place phone Maura on 93 29651  Competition All the members present at the April meeting were given a Dahlia plant. They will bring in 3 blooms to the September meeting which will be judged by the guest speaker that night.

Alzheimer’s Tea day in the Wesley Hall,  proceeds amounted to 1145.50 euro.  Thanks to Carndonagh Active Retirement who ran this event and to all the people who supported it.

Fun Day

The Carndonagh Parents Committee are running a “Fun Day” in the Gym on Sunday  May 25, from 2- 5 pm. Come along and get your face painted, score that penalty goal, relax to the live music, get your fortune told, buy that bargain at the car boot sale, forget the diet and enjoy the light tea and refreshments and afterwards, work it all of in the bouncy castle.

The AGM of Carndonagh ICA took place on Tuesday May 13, in the Wesley Hall.  The present committee were re elected for a further year.  Names were taken for attendance at the Fun night in Muff, the Federation meeting in Raphoe and the social evening in the Ballyliffin Hotel.  Arrangements were made for staffing the proposed Good as New and the Agricultural Show.  The president Mary McLaughlin congratulated the guild in coming second in the recent Guild of the Year competition in Letterkenny and  Margaret Lafferty won the raffle. 

Good as New

Good as New in aid of Colgan Hall Fund  opened on May 19, downstairs beside the Wesley Hall in Bridge Street.  Your support would be greatly appreciated.

Good as New in aid of Carndonagh Presbyterian Church, is behind Mae’s. All donations of good quality clothes and bric a brac will be very welcome.

Computer, Internet & email Classes

On offer in the Wesley Hall on a One to One basis, for further information tel 9329680 between 10am – 5pm Monday – Friday.

Concern Barney Toland has hedging and herbaceous plants for sale, all proceeds go to Concern.  Telephone 9374706

FAS CE Project A vacancy has arisen for an installer on the FAS Community Employment  Project in Action Inishowen, Carndonagh.   Usual FAS conditions apply.   If you are interested, please phone 074 93 74529 with your name, address, telephone no and PPS No.

GAA The winning numbers in this week’s mini lotto were 8, 5, 19, 14, and 13.  There was no jackpot winner. 75 euro Robert Toland, Mullins.  30 euro Margaret, Karen and Mary C/O McClures.  15 euro Roisin ans Niamh McDonald, Ballyloskey, Feargal Mathews, Carrick, Carn and Jamie and Joe, Ballyloskey.  The jackpot this week is 1,800 euro and the draw will take place in McGonagles, Bar tonight Wednesday.  The table quiz has been rescheduled  for the Glen Bar on Thursday May 29.  Orders for tickets for the Donegal v Derry Ulster Championship game on Sunday June 1, have to be ordered by Saturday May 24.  Please note no orders will be taken after that date and remember tickets only available through clubs and club members.  Please phone or text your order to 086-3773300 ASAP.

First Anniversary Mass for PJ Doherty, Finton, Malin Street on Saturday 24^th at 7pm.

Blessing of the Cemetery  will take place on Sunday 6^th July at 3pm

Congratulations to all the Girls and Boys who made their First Holy Communion on Saturday.

Parish Draw

1^st Prize 250 euro Mary O’Donnell, Glebe, promoter Elizabeth Doherty; 2^nd Prize 125 euro, Bridie Doherty (O) Churchtown, Patricia McLaughlin; 3^rd Prize 65 euro Sadie Doherty, Craignahorna, Breegeen Doherty and 4^th Prize 65 euro, James and Ann Houton, Benduff, Mary Lafferty.

St. Josephs Young Priests Society

Annual Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on the 28th June. This pilgrimage is open to anyone, you don’t have to be a member to go on the trip. To book ring Esther Porter on 9374566 or 0868475971 or contact any member of the Carndonagh group.

Trip to Carfin in Scotland for St. Peregrine Mass on First Friday, from Thursday 3^rd July – Saturday 5^th July £160 per person sharing. Includes bus, boat and 2 nights B&B. For further information tel 93 83183.

Engaged? Getting married within the next year?  An Engaged encounter Weekend is a recognised form of marriage preparation in is a communication workshop designed for couples preparing for marriage.  The weekend in non-residential and will take place in the Thornhill Centre, Derry on 14-15^th June.  Early booking is advised.  For information contact 048 71350612 or 04827638512.

Lourdes Pilgrimage

Derry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes led by Most Rev. Dr. Francis Lagan, Auxiliary Bishop of Derry, takes place 16 – 21 July.  Fare £449.  Booking forms available in Parochial House.

The Diocesan will also be taking a youth group, aged 20-35, to experience these days of celebration. 

Lough Derg Retreat

One Day Retreat to Lough Derg on Saturday, May 24.  Pick up Carndonagh 7am. Clonmany 7.20am, Buncrana Super Valu 8am.  Fare includes bus, ferry and two meals and is 45 euro.  Tel 07493 76573 to book.

Blowing in the Wind

The pupils of St. Patrick’s Girls’ N.S. under the direction of their teachers and visiting artist, Mhairi Sutherland, have been busy for the past week creating works of art with the theme “Blowing in the Wind”, for an art exhibition which is now on display in Supervalu.

Host Families for Spanish Students due to visit Carndonagh in July are urgently required.  Students will attend school daily Monday – Friday and host families will get an allowance of 185 euro per week.  If interested please contact Ailish Tully at 93 74938 ASAP

PLC Course in Carndonagh Community School has a few places available in Business Administration with Tourism in the academic year 08/09 (FETAC Level 5).  The course consists of modules in Administration, word and text processing, accounting, spreadsheets, databases and communications. Local work placement is included.  PLC students may also repeat Leaving Cert Maths, during this course. This course will be of interest to Students with a Leaving Cert who wish to progress to Third level but who have inadequate CAO points, individuals who wish to improve employment chances and Mature student wishing to return to education. For application forms or further information phone the school on 93 74260.

Ballyliffin Golf Club will be running a  Child Protection Course on Thursday  May 29, 6.30 pm-10.30 pm.  Anyone interested please submit your names to Ballyliffin Golf Club office by emailing trisha@ballyliffingolfclub.com  or telephone 074 93 76119.

Inishowen Gardening Club Plant Sale will be held on Monday 26^th May at 7pm in Wesley Hall, Carndonagh. Come along for some great bargains in plants and garden sundries

Outing  to Dunmore House, Carrigans on Sunday, June 8. Bus will leave from the Diamond, Carndonagh at 2pm. For further enquiries or to book your place phone Maura on 93 29651  Competition All the members present at the April meeting were given a Dahlia plant. They will bring in 3 blooms to the September meeting which will be judged by the guest speaker that night.

Alzheimer’s Tea day in the Wesley Hall,  proceeds amounted to 1145.50 euro.  Thanks to Carndonagh Active Retirement who ran this event and to all the people who supported it.

Fun Day

The Carndonagh Parents Committee are running a “Fun Day” in the Gym on Sunday  May 25, from 2- 5 pm. Come along and get your face painted, score that penalty goal, relax to the live music, get your fortune told, buy that bargain at the car boot sale, forget the diet and enjoy the light tea and refreshments and afterwards, work it all of in the bouncy castle.

The AGM of Carndonagh ICA took place on Tuesday May 13, in the Wesley Hall.  The present committee were re elected for a further year.  Names were taken for attendance at the Fun night in Muff, the Federation meeting in Raphoe and the social evening in the Ballyliffin Hotel.  Arrangements were made for staffing the proposed Good as New and the Agricultural Show.  The president Mary McLaughlin congratulated the guild in coming second in the recent Guild of the Year competition in Letterkenny and  Margaret Lafferty won the raffle. 

Good as New

Good as New in aid of Colgan Hall Fund  opened on May 19, downstairs beside the Wesley Hall in Bridge Street.  Your support would be greatly appreciated.

Good as New in aid of Carndonagh Presbyterian Church, is behind Mae’s. All donations of good quality clothes and bric a brac will be very welcome.

Computer, Internet & email Classes

On offer in the Wesley Hall on a One to One basis, for further information tel 9329680 between 10am – 5pm Monday – Friday.

Concern Barney Toland has hedging and herbaceous plants for sale, all proceeds go to Concern.  Telephone 9374706

FAS CE Project A vacancy has arisen for an installer on the FAS Community Employment  Project in Action Inishowen, Carndonagh.   Usual FAS conditions apply.   If you are interested, please phone 074 93 74529 with your name, address, telephone no and PPS No.

GAA The winning numbers in this week’s mini lotto were 8, 5, 19, 14, and 13.  There was no jackpot winner. 75 euro Robert Toland, Mullins.  30 euro Margaret, Karen and Mary C/O McClures.  15 euro Roisin ans Niamh McDonald, Ballyloskey, Feargal Mathews, Carrick, Carn and Jamie and Joe, Ballyloskey.  The jackpot this week is 1,800 euro and the draw will take place in McGonagles, Bar tonight Wednesday.  The table quiz has been rescheduled  for the Glen Bar on Thursday May 29.  Orders for tickets for the Donegal v Derry Ulster Championship game on Sunday June 1, have to be ordered by Saturday May 24.  Please note no orders will be taken after that date and remember tickets only available through clubs and club members.  Please phone or text your order to 086-3773300 ASAP.

Tea Day

The Carndonagh Active Retirement Group will hold a Tea Day in aid of the Alzheimer’s Society in the Wesley Hall downstairs, this Thursday, May 1 from 10.30am to 4.30pm Please support.

Fashion night

Will take place in the Ballyliffen lodge this Thursday, May 1 at 8pm in aid of Kiddies Corner, Malin Community Playgroup. Jewellery, fashion, shoes, bags, perfume, make-up and those must haves for ladies of all ages. There will be fashion parades throughout the night with a grand makeover finale for three lucky ladies. Tickets available in usual local outlets, playgroup and with all contributors.

Alzheimer’s Tea Day

This is a lifeline for people with dementia and their families.  Make this the “biggest brew” ever by registering to host a party in your home or work place this Thursday, May 1. Call 284-6616 or visit www.teaday.ie to make a difference.

Dancing Classes

Come along and learn to boogie downstairs in the Wesley Hall on Monday nights at 8.30pm. Sponsored by Donegal VEC.

Computer, Internet & email Classes

Do they scare you? Don’t worry classes are on offer in the Wesley Hall on a One to One basis, for further information tel 9329680 between 10am – 5pm Monday – Friday.

Intermediate First Aid

Will commence in the Wesley Hall on Thursday, May 15, booking is essential as places are limited.   Telephone 9329680. This is a certified course, part funded by the Donegal VEC. Cost is 60 euro for 8 weeks.

Carndonagh Parish CE Project.

A place has arisen for a Community Employment office worker with good computer skills, on the Parish Project.  Usual FAS conditions apply. Tel 0868381635.

Teenage disco

Will take place in Tul na Ri this Friday, May 2, from 9.15 –11.15pm, strictly no alcohol. Music by DJ Steve, all proceeds in aid of Carndonagh boxing club.

ICR AGM

Will take place on Thursday, May 8 at 7.30pm in the IDP offices (formerly the IRDL) in Pound Street Carndonagh. All are welcome. 

Inishowen Gardening Club

Plant sale will be held on Monday, May 26. Venue to be arranged.

Facilities for kids

Are you concerned about lack of facilities for your 11-14 year old ?  Could we work together as parents to find a safe place for them to meet? If interested a meeting will be held at 1 New Park, Carndonagh at 7.30pm tonight )Wednesday, April 30).

CCS Reunion

Did you start C.C.S. in 1993? Did you sit the Leaving Cert in 1998? If so, there is a ten-year reunion planned for Sunday May 4, in the Ballyliffen Hotel. Tickets are 25 euro for Dinner, Band and Disco and are on sale in Valu-Clean (Buncrana, Carndonagh and Moville) and Norris Shop, Moville. Tickets to be purchased as soon as possible. All proceeds to Charity.

Carnival Classes

Carnival Classes at the Inishowen Carnival, Carndonagh: April to June. Inishowen Gospel Choir, Mondays from 7pm – 9pm Children’s Art Classes, Tuesdays 4pm – 5.30pm for age 7 – 12 Youth Gospel Choir, Tuesdays 6pm – 8pm for age 12-18. Inishowen Speech and Drama, Wednesdays age 5-7: 3.30 – 4.30 and age 8+:4.30- 5.30pm. Adult Percussion Class,  Thursdays from May, 1 7-9pm, for age 16+. Stilt walking, Thursdays from  May, 1, 7-9pm, for age 16+.For more information on any of these classes contact the carnival office at 9373375 or check out the activities page on the carnival website www.inishowencarnival.com

Concert series

The Da Capo Concert Series, commences with a recital in the Fowler Hall, Tooban, Fahan, this Friday, May 2 at 7.30pm. It will feature the young international Binneas Quartet, and the traditional sean-nos singer Eilín Ní Bheaglaoich. The programme includes music from Haydn to Piazzolla, and will premier songs from Ní Bheaglaoich’s native Sean-Nós tradition arranged for string quartet and voice by John Lynch. Tickets 10/5 euro concession Tel. 087 2259858 or 9383734 for bookings

Charity auction

In aid of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Research to be held in Tullys Bar, Carndonagh on Sunday, May 4, starting at 6pm. Items to be auctioned include a helicopter ride, VIP tickets to Villa Park, weekend breaks, signed sporting and showband memorabilia, a full day pass for Rally School Ireland, plus many more. Come along and buy a fantastic present for that special person in your life, or indeed treat yourself while helping a very worthy cause

Wildlife Club

The Inishowen Wildlife Club are hosting a talk by Lorcan O’Toole. Manager of the Golden Eagle introduction project, in Fort Dunree Museum this Friday, May 2 at 8pm. Admission Free. All welcome. www.inishowenwildlifeclub.com

Sponsored Walk

A sponsored walk in Aid of Alan Doherty Fund will take place on Sunday, May 18, at 3pm Leaving St Mary’s Hall Clonmany via Binnion, Tullagh, Rusty Nail and back to the hall for refreshments, music and raffle in James Tams at 10.30pm. All cards returned will be entered into a draw. Also shorter routes available. Cards available from Eddie 93 76781 or Briege 93 76391. Please support this worthy cause.

Weekday mass times

There will be mass on Monday to Thursday at 10am. Mass on Friday will take place at 8pm Confessions will take place on Friday from 7pm – 7.45pm and Saturday 6pm to 6.45pm. Parochial House 9374104.

Deaf Chaplaincy

There will be a mass for the profoundly deaf in the Nazareth House Chapel on Sunday, May 4 at 3pm.

Results of Parish Draw

1^st Prize 250 euro Pat & Shelia McDaid, Drogheda, Promoter Margaret McLaughlin.  2^nd Prize 125 euro, Sionainn McLaughlin, Milltown.  Promoter Shelia McLaughlin. 3^rd Prize 65 euro, Mark McLaughlin, Ballyloskey, Promoter Patricia McLaughlin and 4^th Prize 65 euro, Susan Long, Glenmakee, Promoter Mary Doherty (W). Congratulations to all.

Confirmations

Confirmation stook place here on Saturday with Bishop Francis Lagan.  Congratulations to all the boys and girls. First Holy Communion takes place on Saturday, May 17 at 11am.

Special thanks

The St Vincent de Paul Society would like to thank you for your generous contribution to their Uganda appeal – the amount raised was 1,761 euro.  Your generosity was greatly appreciated.

Good As New

For Alzheimer’s Society (Donegal Branch) is open downstairs at Chinese Cafe on Bridge St. Carndonagh.  All donations of clothes and bric a brac welcome. Contact Anna at 087 6292125. Please support this worthy cause and remember those who can’t remember for themselves.

Good as New

In aid of the Methodist Church Hall Fund, is situated behind Mae’s in the Diamond.  Come in and pick up a bargain.

GAA

U-14 boys’ football training each Wednesday evening at 7.30pm. Eligible players should be attending secondary school. The winning numbers in the club mini-lotto were 14, 4, 8, 13 and 9. There was no jackpot winner. The 75 euro went
to Bernie McLaughlin, 22 Convent Road, Carndonagh. 30 euro to McGonagle’s Bar, Carndonagh. 15 euro to Seamus Callaghan, Tervoil, Carndonagh. Michael Breslin, Muff, Co. Donegal and Eugene Hughes, Carndonagh.

Business course

The Post Leaving Certificate Department (PLC) is offering a course in Business Administration with Tourism in the Academic Year 08/09 (FETAC LEVEL 50. The course consists of modules in Administration, Word and Text Processing, Accounting, Spreadsheets, Databases, and Communications. Work placement in local business firm is also included. PLC students may also repeat Leaving Certificate Maths while doing this course.

The course will be of interest to:

§       Students with a leaving cert who wish to progress to Third Level education but who have inadequate CAO points.

§       Individuals who wish to improve their chances of direct employment

§       Mature students wishing to return to education and gain a nationally recognised qualification.

Successful completions of our course this year may allow students to gain direct entry to Business degree courses in Institutes of Technology such as LYIT irrespective of their Leaving Certificate results. Students may also progress to degree courses in other disciplines,

In Ireland at present, up to three quarters of IT jobs advertised remain unfilled due to a shortage of skilled computer personnel. Since there are many computer modules on our course our students should have little difficulty in getting employment in this area.

Application forms with further information are available by phoning the school at 074 93 74260.

If you have information you wish to have included in these notes please telephone 9374725 or email the above address  before 8pm on Thursday.

Does Cancer Affect You?

Donegal Action for Cancer Care invites you to an Interdenominational Service for those affected by Cancer, which will take place in St. Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny on Sunday, April 27 at 3pm.  It will give people an opportunity to come together to remember their loved ones, to five thanks for healing and to have hope for the future.  All welcome.  www.dacc.ie  A bus will leave Carndonagh at 1.30pm.  Booking essential.  Call Rita 086 6028993.

Gardening Club

The monthly Inishowen Gardening Club talk will be held on Monday, April 28, in Wesley Hall, Carndonagh at 8pm. The topic is rockery design and it will be given by Gordon Toner. All welcome. 

Social evening

The Foyle & Donegal Hospices Buncrana Support Group presents a social evening of Entertainment & Floral Art Exhibits in the Lake of Shadows Hotel, Buncrana on Thursday, April 24, at 8pm. Admission is 5 euro including a savoury supper. Approximately one hundred displays & various prizes (all donated) will be raffled on the night. Entertainment will be provided by Pauline Saunders, Kathy McCarthy, Stewart Buchanan, James Boyle & Irish Dancing by Aidan & Rachael McGinley, who are all giving their time free of charge. M.C. on the night will be Nicholas Crossan. Everyone is very welcome. Please bring a friend & support this worthy cause. Tickets are available from any member of the Buncrana Support Group or pay at the door. Further information from Margaret on 9361114

Carndonagh Parish CE Project.

A place has arisen for a Community Employment office worker with good computer skills, on the Parish Project.  Usual FAS conditions apply. Tel 0868381635.

Good as New

In aid of the Methodist Church Hall Fund, is situated behind Mae’s in the Diamond. Come in and pick up a bargain.

Radio station agm

The AGM of Inishowen Community Radio will take place on Thursday May 8 at 7.30pm in the IDP offices (formerly the IRDL) in Pound Street Carndonagh.  All are welcome. 

Sponsored walk

There will be a sponsored walk in Aid of Alan Doherty Fund on Sunday May 18 at 3pm Leaving St Mary’s Hall Clonmany via Binnion, Tullagh, Rusty Nail and back to the hall for refreshments, music and raffle in James Tams at 10.30pm. All cards returned will be entered into a draw.  Also shor
ter routes available. Cards available from Eddie 93 76781 or Briege 93 76391. Please support this worthy cause.

Good As New

In aid of the Alzheimer’s Society (Donegal Branch) is open downstairs at Chinese Cafe on Bridge St. Carndonagh. All donations of clothes and bric a brac welcome. Contact ANNA at 087 6292125. Please support this excellent cause and remember those who can’t remember for themselves.

Alzheimer’s Tea Day

Is a lifeline for people with dementia and their families.  Make this the “Biggest Brew” ever by registering to host a party in your home or work place on Thursday May 1. Call 284-6616 or visit www.teaday.ie to make a difference.

The Carndonagh Active Retirement Group

Will hold a Tea Day in aid of the Alzheimer’s Society downstairs in the Wesley Hall on Thursday  May 1, from 10.30am to 4.30pm Please support.

Fashion night

There will be a fabulous fashion and beauty night in the Ballyliffen lodge on Thursday, May 1 at 8pm in aid of Kiddies Corner, Malin Community Playgroup. Jewellery, fashion, shoes, bags, perfume, make-up and those must haves for ladies of all ages. There will be fashion parades throughout the night with a grand makeover finale for three lucky ladies, Tickets available in usual local outlets, playgroup and with all contributors.

Can you trip the light fantastic?

If not why not come along to the Wesley Hall on a Monday night at 8.30pm and learn to dance.  Classes recommence this week for eight weeks.

Computer, Internet & email Classes

Do you have problems with any of the above? If so come along to the Wesley Hall on a One to One basis and banish these demons forever. For further information tel 9329680 between 10am – 5pm Monday – Friday.

First Aid

Intermediate First Aid will commence in the Wesley Hall on Thursday  May 15,
booking is essential as places are limited.  This is a certified course, part funded by the Donegal VEC. and is 60 euro for 8 weeks.

Want to Lend a Hand?

Would you like to make a difference in your local area; get to know people in your community; share your talents and knowledge; develop skills and interest for your c.v.?  If you have answered yes to any of these questions and have a few hours to spare, please contact Sandra on 086 8117157 at the Donegal Volunteer Centre or register on-line at www.volunteerdonegal.com

The Care of the Aged groups

In each Parish throughout Inishowen are distribution a limited supply of Lagging Jackets and Low Energy Light Bulbs that they received from Action Inishowen to clients in their areas.   Please contact your local Care of the Aged Group if you or someone you know would benefit from these Energy Saving Devices.

Parish News

Parochial House 9374104.

Week day Mass Times There will be Mass on Monday  to Thursday at 10am. Mass on Friday will take place at 8pm Confessions will take place on Friday from 7pm – 7.45pm and Saturday 6pm to 6.45pm.

Results of Parish Draw 1^st Prize 250 euro Anthony Doherty, Glenmakee, Promoter Breigeen Doherty.  2^nd Prize 125 euro, Anne McClure, Gortnacool.  Promoter Margaret McLaughlin. 3^rd Prize 65 euro, Veronica Harkin, 133 Ard Colgan, Promoter Joy McLaughlin and 4^th Prize 65 euro, Seamus Lafferty, Gortlarry, Promoter Mary Lafferty. Congratulations to all.

Confirmation will take place this Saturday, April 26 at 11am, First Holy Communion will take place on Saturday, May 17, at 11am.

First Holy Communion takes place on Saturday, May 17 at 11am.

GAA

The winning numbers in the club mini-lotto were 7, 13,10, 23 and 1. There was no jackpot winner. The 75 euro went to Ruby Doherty(P), Glenmakee, Carndonagh. 30 euro to Ruby McCandless, Gleneely. 15 euro to Shane Donaghey, Tulnaree, Carndonagh. Shaun Bradley, 3 Ard Colgan, Carndonagh and Robert Walsh, Ballyliffen. The jackpot next week is 1400 euro and the draw will be held in Packie Farrens. In senior football both the reserves and seniors defeated Robert Emmetts in two hard fought games. Congratulations to the U/14 hurlers who recorded a good victory against McCumhaills.

If you have information you wish to have included in these notes please telephone 9374725 or email the above address before 8pm on Thursday evening.

Carndonagh Notes

Want to end a Hand?

Would you like to make a difference in your local area; get to know people in your community; share your talents and knowledge; develop skills and interest for your CV?  If you have answered yes to any of these questions and have a few hours to spare, please contact Sandra on 086 8117157 at the Donegal Volunteer Centre or register on-line at www.volunteerdonegal.com

The Carndonagh Feis

Syllabus will be available at the end of March. Its cost is three euro. It will be available in Carndonagh in Doherty’s Newsagents in the diamond, its available in Buncrana in Mac’s Book Shop. In Clonmany its available in Centra. It’s available in Moville in McFeely’s and it’s available in Derry in Hendersons’ Book Shop.

Parish News

Week-day mass times

There will be Mass on Monday to Thursday at 10am. Mass on Friday will take place at 8pm and Thursday 10am and on First Friday at 8pm. Confessions will take place on Friday from 7pm – 7.45pm and Saturday 6pm to 6.45pm.

Visitation of Sick

The priest will attend the sick this week on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at usual times.  If you know someone in your area please let them know the priest will call at usual time.

Anniversary Mass

On Sunday, April 20 at 9am for Willie Doherty (S) Churchtown.

Results of Parish Draw

1^st Prize, 250 euro Patricia Monagle, Priestown, Promoter Breigeen Doherty.  2^nd Prize 125 euro, Mary O’Donnell, Glebe.  Promoter Elizabeth Doherty. 3^rd Prize 65 euro, Oliver McLaughlin, Ballyratton, Promoter Agnes Burke and 4^th Prize 65 euro, Brigid Gallagher, Mullins, Promoter Margaret Crossan. Congratulations to all.

Confirmation

Will take place on Saturday, April 26 at 11am, First Holy Communion will take place on Saturday, May  17, at 11am.

First Holy Communion

Will take place on Saturday, May 17 at 11am.

CE Project.

A place has arisen for a Community Employment office worker with good computer skills, on the Parish Project. Usual Fás conditions apply. Tel 0868381635.

Good as New

In aid of the Methodist Church Hall Fund, is situated behind Mae’s in the Diamond. Come in and pick up a bargain.

Sponsored Walk in Aid of Alan Doherty Fund

On Sunday, May 18 at 3pm leaving St Marys Hall Clonmany via Binnion, Tullagh, Rusty Nail and back to the hall for refreshments, music and raffle in James Tams at 10.30am. All cards returned will be entered into a draw. Also shorter routes available. Cards available from Eddie 93 76781 or Briege 93 76391. Please support this worthy cause.

Yoga classes

Yoga for beginners with Amanda, New course starts April 17 at 8.30pm in Wesley Hall. 45 euro for 6 classes. To enrol ring 074 93 73528 or 086 3022405.

The Carndonagh Active Retirement Group will hold a Tea Day in aid of the Alzheimers Society in the Wesley Hall (basement) on Thursday 1^st May from 10.30am to 4.30pm Please support.

Computer classes

Computer, Internet and email lasses  are on offer in the Wesley Hall on a One to One basis,

Book Sale

Book Sale on Saturday, April 19 for Oncology Unit, Letterkenny Hospital in Burt Hall, 11am-5pm.

Shake, Rattle and Write

At a venue near you! Dancer, Marian Shiels and writer, Patrick Kearney, are collaborating with their art-forms to facilitate a dance, storytelling and creative-writing workshop in Buncrana in May as part of the national Bealtaine Festival. Contact: Patrick Kearney, 9158836, 086 1599068, or email info@patrickkearneywriting.com

Foyle & Donegal Hospices Buncrana

Support Group presents a floral arts exhibition in Lake of Shadows, Buncrana on Thursday, April 24 at 8pm, admission 5 euro, includes supper. Approx 100 displays.  All to be raffled on night. Everyone welcome.

Church-gate collection

The Irish Kidney Association is holding their church-gate collection on the weekend of 19th, 20th  April. Please Give Generously

GAA

The winning numbers in the club mini-lotto were 20, 8, 9, 4 and 18. There was no jackpot winner. The 75 euro went to Patricia Deery, 21 Convent Road, Carn. 30 euro to Denise Smith, Carn Rd. Gleneely. 15 euro to Joe Sweeney, Glenmakee, Carndonagh. B. McLaughlin, 22 Convent Rd. Carndonagh and Paul McGrath, Glenmakee, Carndonagh. The jackpot next week is 1300 euro and the draw will be held in Kelly’s Bar. The club wishes to thank all who support our lotto. The seniors recorded a good away win against Naomh Colmcille on Saturday evening, with conditions difficult overhead and underfoot. In underage Inishowen competition the U/16s were defeated by Malin while our U12s recorded a victory against Malin

Carn FC

Training  times for the youth squads are as follows ; Wednesday U / 8 from 5-6, U / 10 from 6-7, U /12 from 7-8. On Monday girls U / 14 from 5-6 and U / 14 boys from 6-30- 8pm. U / 16’s train on Friday from 5-30 – 7pm. The U / 10 and U / 11 squads have been training hard for their upcoming home and away matches against the Rosario club from Belfast. The first round of games will take place in St Patrick’s Park on Sunday 20th April with a 1pm kick-off and the away games at a later date. The Club’s presentation night has been pencilled in for Friday May 20th. Please keep this date free, there will be more details later.

If you have information you wish to have included in these notes please email the above address or  telephone 9374725 before 8pm on Thursday.

Computer, Internet & email Classes

Master your computer, surf the net and email all over the world, classes on these are on  offer in the Wesley Hall on a One to One basis, Card making classes commence on April 16 for further information or to book tel 93 29680. 

Want to Lend a Hand?

Would you like to make a difference in your local area; get to know people in your community; share your talents and knowledge; develop skills and interest for your CV? If you have answered yes to any of these questions and have a few hours to spare, please contact Sandra on 086 8117157 at the Donegal Volunteer Centre or register on-line at www.volunteerdonegal.com

Parents Committee Meeting

A very important meeting will be held to elect two parental nominees to contest the election to the Central Parents’ Committee of Carndonagh Community School Board of Management. The meeting will take place tonight (Wednesday, April 9) at 9pm in the Community School. All parents from the Carn area are asked to attend

Camera Club

Will meet in Serenity House, Montgomery Terrace. Moville Thursday, April 3, at 7.30 p.m. The theme of the meeting is Black and White conventional photography. We are always delighted to welcome new members

Carndonagh Feis

Syllabus will be available at the end of March. Its cost is three euro. It will be available in Carndonagh in Doherty’s Newsagents in the diamond, its available in Buncrana in Mac’s Book Shop. In Clonmany its available in Centra. It’s available in Moville in McFeely’s and it’s available in Derry in Hendersons’ Book Shop.

Parish news

Weekday mass times

There will be no Mass on Monday and Wednesday of this week. Mass on Thursday 10am and on  Friday at 8pm.  Weekend Masses at usual times. Confessions will take place on Friday from 7pm – 7.45pm and Saturday 6pm to 6.45pm.

Sympathy

Is offered to the relatives of the late Mary Gretta Smith, formally Doherty (Jack) of Chapel Street, Carndonagh.  Mary Gretta was married and lived at the Lighthouse, Shrove, Greencastle, may she rest in peace.

Trocaire Boxes

There will be a box at the altar for your donations.

The Mission Stamp Appeal

There will be a box at the front door of the Church of the Sacred Heart this week.  Please bring your used postage stamps.

Results of Parish Draw

1^st Prize 250 euro Seosamh O’Laifeartaigh, Promoter: Agnes Burke. 2^nd Prize 125 euro, Emma & Dermot Doherty, Gortyarn.  Promoter Breege Doherty. 3^rd Prize 65 euro, Mary Deery, Foden,  Promoter Eileen Callaghan and 4^th Prize 65 euro, Mary Doherty, Tooban, Burnfoot, Promoter  Mary B. Doherty
. Congratulations to all.

Confirmations

Confirmations will take place on Saturday, April 26 at 11am, First Holy Communion will take place on Saturday, May  17, at 11am.

Enrolment dates

NAOI Scoil Domhnaigh Og

Enrolment forms for school year 2008/09 are now available for the school 93 29723. Please have your completed forms returned as soon as possible, closing date Friday, April 11.

St Patrick’s B.N.S:

Completed enrolment forms for new entrants to the school in September 2008 to be returned A.S.A.P. please. For further details regarding enrolment please telephone 9374136, call into the school or email stpatsboys@eircom.net

St. Patrick’s Girls’ N.S.

Enrolment forms now available from the school. Call 9374412 or email carndonaghgirls@eircom.net ASAP

Craigtown N.S.

Registration forms now available for children due to start school in September. Please call to the school or telephone 93 74022 Completed forms should be returned to school by Friday, April 4.

Carndonagh Little Acorns Montessori Playschool

Enrolment forms now available, for new opening in September 2008. Specialised Montessori learning curriculum including weekly Spanish language teacher and indoor and outdoor gardening activities with skilled gardener. Snacks and lunch provided by playschool. Each childs menu is choosen by parents or guardian. Phone Jennifer on 074 9322414 or Sarah on 074 9374096, or email littleacorns101@hotmail.com.

Good as New

In aid of the Methodist Church Hall Fund, is situated behind Mae’s in the Diamond. Come in and pick up a bargain.

Alzheimer’s Tea Day

Is a lifeline for people with dementia and their families.  Make this the “Biggest Brew” ever by registering to host a party in your home or work place on Thursday  May 1. Call 284-6616 or visit www.teaday.ie to make a difference.

It’s time to Shake, Rattle and Write

At a venue near you! Dancer, Marian Shiels and writer, Patrick Kearney, are collaborating with their art forms to facilitate dance, storytelling and creative writing workshops.. If you are up for a fun and exciting new challenge head for Tullyarvan Mill, Buncrana,  May 31, 10am to 5pm with lunch provided, please contact: Patrick Kearney, 9158836, 086 1599068, or email info@patrickkearneywriting.com

GAA

The winning numbers in this week’s club lotto were 22,4,16,19 and 13. There was no jackpot winner.  The 75 euro went to Helen Deeny, Terrawee, Gleneely. 30 euro to Joseph McKinney, Glentogher. 15 euro to Celine Quigley, 22 Balmain, Carn.  Lauren McGonagle, c/o The Sportsmans and Paul McNeil, Foden. The jackpot next week is 1,200 euro and the draw will be held in Tully’s bar. The GAA Summer camp will take place from July 14 to 18. The hurling/camogie camp will take place from August 18 to 22. Application forms will be distributed through the primary schools in the coming week.  They will also be available at the Saturday morning coaching and Friday night hurling coaching.

Carn FC

With the first team’s match called off on Sunday, the focus was on the reserves O’Gara Cup quarter-final against Glengad. As this was the most important home match for the club at this stage of the season, everything possible was done to try and make the pitch playable, but the heavy rain of the weekend put paid to that and the team had to travel to Glengad to play the fixture.  So what was always going to be a tough game became even tougher, but undeterred the lads travelled and came away with a brilliant 4-1 result. The evergreen Paul Farren was the star of the show and even scored one himself. Other scorers were Dermot Doherty, John Doherty and Sean O’Donnell. They will now meet Buncrana Reserves in the semi-final. Training times for the youth squads are as follows; Wednesday U/8’s from 5-6,U/10 from 6-7’s U/12 from 7-8. On Monday girls U/14 from 5-6 and U/14 boys from 6.30-8pm. U/16’s train on Friday from 5.30-7pm. Will all players please bring runners. U/16’s have a friendly at home to Quigley’s Point on Thursday evening, players report for 6.30.

If you have information you wish to have included in these notes please email the above address or  telephone 9374725 before 8pm on Thursday.

Cancer Care meeting

A well-attended meeting of the North Inishowen Branch of Donegal Action for Cancer Care (DACC) took place in Wesley Hall on February 26. Mickey McClure, chairperson, extended sympathy to members Margaret and Christine Farren on the death of Joe Deery. Rita Kelly, treasurer, acknowledged a donation of 1,270 euro to DACC from the Devlin family, Kedycara, Culdaff, who ran a darts tournament in memory of Maureen Devlin. Liam Doherty (White) is organising a Golf Classic in Ballyliffin Golf Club on May 31, in aid of DACC and other cancer charities. The next local DACC meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 1 in Wesley Hall at 7.30pm. We encourage members of the public to join our Branch and get behind our efforts to secure better cancer services for the people of Donegal.

Tidy Town

Carndonagh Tidy Town Association will meet in Mickey McClures, Bridge Street on Tuesday,  April 1, at 8.30pm. We once again appeal to the residents of Carndonagh to come along to lend support. Many hands make light work!

Inishowen Gardening Club

The Garden Gang from Letterkenny will present their talk – A Little Bit of Everything – at the next meeting on Monday, March 31 at 8pm in the Wesley Hall, Carndonagh. Everyone welcome to attend.

Spanish students

An Information Evening for those interested in hosting Spanish students this summer (July, August, September) will take place in the girls’ school, Carndonagh (opposite hospital) between 8–9pm on Tuesday, April 1. All types of families are eligible to apply. Most students will attend school daily in Carndonagh. If you feel you might be interested, please call into the meeting or call 9374938 for further information.

Parish news

Sincere sympathy is extended to the family and friends of the late Francis and Danny McDaid, Glengad who dies tried off Inishowen Head two weeks ago. May they rest in peace. Parochial House 9374104.

Mass times

Easter week mass times – there will be no mass on Wednesday of this week. Mass on Thursday is at 10am and on Friday at 8pm.  Confessions will take place on Friday from 7 – 7.45pm and Saturday 6 to 6.45pm.

Trócaire boxes

If you still have your Trócaire box, you are asked to change the contents of your box into notes and bring it to the church, there will be a box at the altar for your donations.

Mission Stamp Appeal

They will have a box at the front door of the Church of the Sacred Heart this week.  Please bring your used postage stamps.

Anniversary mass 

Saturday, March 29 at 7pm – month’s mind mass for Marcus McLucas, Ardcolgan, and Sunday, March 30 at 9am, a month’s mind mass for Patrick J. Galbraith, Lifford.

Results of Parish Draw

1^st Prize 250 euro Martha McElhinney, Fodden, Promoter Eileen Callaghan. 2^nd Prize 125 euro, Mary E McDaid, Carrowreagh Promoter Mary  B Doherty. 3^rd Prize 65 euro, Rita Farren, Derry Road Promoter Rose Mary McClure and 4^th Prize 65 euro, Michael Noone, Carrowreagh, Promoter Marie Doherty. Congratulations to all.

School registrations

St Patrick’s Girls’ NS – enrolment forms now available from the school. Call 9374412 or email carndonaghgirls@eircom.net asap. Craigtown NS –

Registration forms now available for children due to start school in September. Please call to the school or telephone 9374022 Completed forms should be returned to school by Friday, April 4.

Carndonagh Little Acorns Montessori playschool

enrolment forms now available for new opening in September 2008. Specialised Montessori learning curriculum including weekly Spanish language teacher and indoor and outdoor gardening activities with skilled gardener. Snacks and lunch provided by playschool. Each child’s menu is chosen by parents or guardian. Phone Jennifer on 074 9322414 or Sarah on 074 9374096, or email littleacorns101@hotmail.com.

Junior disco

For Under 15s in Tul na ri on Friday March 28 from 9 – 11pm. Admission 5 euro. All proceeds towards Sheila Doherty (Susie) Moville Road, Carndonagh, trip to Ghana in 2008. While there, Sheila will be teaching in the Ghanaian schools and visiting the local orphanages. Your support is appreciated

Good as New

This is in aid of the Methodist church hall fund, is situated behind Mae’s in the Diamond. Come in and pick up a bargain.

Alzheimer’s Tea Day

This is a lifeline for people with dementia and their families. Make this the “biggest brew” ever by registering to host a party in your home or work place on Thursday, May 1. Visit www.teaday.ie to make a difference.

Computer and internet classes

These are on offer in the Wesley Hall on a one-to-one basis, Card making classes commence on April 16 there are two places remaining.  To book or for further information or to book tel 93 29680.

GAA news

Congratulations to Gretta Baxter, Carrick Brae, Carn who won the 2,800-euro jackpot this week in the club lotto. The winning numbers were 4, 24, 12, and 10. The jackpot this week is 1,000 euro and the draw will take place in the Sportsmans on Wednesday night. Club membership is due by March 31. Fees can be paid to any member of the committee. Remember only members can obtain tickets for Donegal games etc. On Sunday next March 30 the Senior and Reserve teams will play Milford in Pairc Uí Dhochartaigh.

Carn FC

Workers did well to get their pitch into such fine condition for their Credit Union Cup tie against Illies on St Patrick’s Day after the recent heavy rain. In fact the weather was so good on the day that a good crowd turned out to see a tight game that went into extra time after ending 0-0, and on to penalties where the home side lost out by four goals to three. Carn certainly created the best chances during the coarse of the game but unfortunately failed to convert any of them. The reserves again had their match called off, as the pitch could not have withstood two matches on the same day. There is still a shortage of helpers for the U/8 and U/10 training on Wednesday evenings from 5pm to 6pm and 6pm to 7pm. With the likely increase in numbers, it is vital to have more help with super vision or some children may have to be turned away. Any parent who can give one hour, if only occasionally, please contact any youth committee member and help out with the great work going on in St Patrick’s Park. The Youth League will commence on April 14. The U/16 training started on Good Friday at 5.30pm. Please bring boots and runners. Niall McLaughlin was the recent winner in the First Score.

If you have information you wish to have included in these notes please email the above address or telephone 9374725 before 8pm on Thursday.