Around the County
Clady
Clady & District Angling Club
River levels have risen recently with a small flood around the end of June. Congratulations to G. Ferris on catching two large bann trout.
These trout grow in the river bann but enter the Clady river to spawn later in the season, catching one of these fish provides great sport. Our club competitions have been continuing. The J. Graham Memeorial cup was a closely fought battle with a 1oz winning margin. Winner J. Nelson - 2 trout for 1lb 2oz , runner up N. Catherwood - 1 trout for 1lb 1oz. The Greenough Bar Cup was won by J. Brownlow with a great catch of 5 trout for 4lb 11oz and runner up N. Catherwood with 3 trout for 1lb 15oz. Our next competition the G.A. Hogg Cup on Sat 26th is fly fishing only. Club members please notethis is an evening competition with fishing from 6pm - 10pm.
Finally for any non club member or visting anglers wishing to fish the river, day tickets are available from Maura’s shop, Main Street Portglenone - a DCAL game permit must also be carried while fishing.
Limavady
North West Regional College
Derry, Limavady and Strabane is now offering an exciting range of new part time courses, which commence this September. For your copy of its new part-time prospectus, call 20871276022 or email info@nwrc.ac.uk
‘Stronger Together Project’
Do you live in any of the following areas?
Anderson Park
Anderson Crescent
Edenmore Park
Drumachose Park
Greystone Park
Greystone Road
If you are aged between 11-25 yrs and are interested in participating in Youth programmes/projects including; activities and residential experiences then why not come along to a youth meeting to meet with the Youth Co-ordinator, Catherine Loughery and give your ideas.
“Stronger Together Project” is funded by Department for Social Development under the Areas at Risk Programme.
Calling all singers and musicians aged 15-18
The Derry Diocesan Youth Choir would love to hear from you. Are you interested in developing, exploring and using your talents within a faith based context. The Youth choir is in the formation stages and all interested are welcome to attend rehearsals in your local area. The commitment to the choir won’t be demanding as it will work towards a few one off events during the year.
If you are interested in the choir please contact the youth coordinator at ddcc@derrydiocese.org or ring 028 71 264087. This will be a fun experience and an opportunity to meet other young people interested in music.
Roe Valley Leisure centre classes for the 50 plus
Ladies improvers swimming Mondays at 11.30am, ladies beginners Wednesdays at 10.30am. Ladies aqua- aerobics Tuesdays at 10.30am. Men’s classes Fridays at 10am. New members are required for all classes. Also beginners line-dancing on Thursdays at 12.30pm in United Services club. Details from Marie on 028 777 65656 or the Leisure centre on 028 777 64009.
Limavady Volunteer Centre
Why not give an hour or two every week to help an older person in your area? You could simply call for a chat and a bit of company, help with shopping, take someone to the doctor or a hospital appointment or carry out small jobs around the house. My name is Jenna and I am working in L.V.C. as Volunteer co-ordinator for the elderly. I will give you details of an older person in your area, pay your expenses and give you all the support you need. If you would like to help, or if you know an older person who needs help please telephone 028 777 65438.
Claudy
Current classes taking place in The Diamond Centre, Claudy:
Mondays – Aerobics.
Tuesdays– Power yoga.
Wednesdays – Weightwatchers.
Thursdays – Kickboxing, Irish dancing, pilates and Tai Chi.
Lettershandoney
LifeStart Programme has been a great success and there is a significant interest in starting a Mother and Toddler Group. Eamonn O’Donnell is the new L & DDG Youth Development Worker for the area and is based in the Mullabuoy Centre. His role will be to engage with young people and help develop programmes. Young people or parents should feel free to contact Eamonn on - Tel: 71301584 or Mobile 07749967811. Flood-lit Multi User Games Area open for bookings Lettershandoney and District Development Group will be conducting a community audit in the near future to determine the needs of the area and lobby for further investment. This will be done in conjunction with Supporting Communities NI and a high return rate of the survey will impact positively on the people in the area. Tel 71301584 for details.
Park
ST MARY’S PRIMARY SCHOOL ALTINURE
Gala Dinner
40th Anniversary Celebration plans are now at an advanced stage for the Gala Dinner in the Clanree Hotel, Letterkenny on Saturday, October 25th 2008. To-date 48 tables have been sold and there are still a few remaining to be sold.
Funds raised from the event will go directly to the school. Tickets may be purchased for either £60 per person or £600 per table of 10, which includes a four course meal and live music. Dress code will be proper dress (no denims).
To purchase tickets for further information contact any committee member – names below:
Chairperson: Mr Pat McMenamin 02871337133; Vice Chairperson: Mrs Connie O’Kane 02877781772; Secretary: Mrs Maeve McLaughlin 02877781589; Asst. Secretary: Mr Eddie Kerlin 02877781456; Treasurer: Mr Clement Lynch 02877781692; Asst. Treasurer: Mr Gerard Lynch 02877781557; PRO: Julie Hickey 02877780007; Bernie Kerlin 02871337933.
Anniversary Mass
On Thursday October 9th Mass will be celebrated in St Mary’s Church, Altinure by
Fr W Carolan and three former curates, Fr Michael Collins, Fr Patsy Mullan and
Fr Kieran Devlin.
Refreshments will be served in the school afterwards and a photographic display can be viewed. Everyone is welcome.
Photographs
If anyone with old photographs, from Moneyhaughan or Altinure Primary Schools up to 1990, who would be willing to lend them to be photocopied for a photographic display, please bring them to the school or to Jane Dunton, Connie O’Kane or Grace McKenna.
They will be photocopied and given back to you right away.
We thank you in anticipation of your response.
Clothing Bin
There is now a bin for recycling clothes located just inside the school gate on the right hand side. The bin will be emptied monthly. It’s there for everyone’s use and it benefits the school.
Greysteel
Greysteel Community Association
The community centre is a vital meeting place for the people of Greysteel and surrounding areas.
On a weekly basis the following classes take place;
Monday- Irish dancing and Pilates.
Tuesday – Drama.
Wednesday – Parents & Toddlers and Pilates.
Thursday – Irish Dancing and Salsa.
Friday – Over 50s Lunch Club.
Sunday – Bingo.
The centre also caters for community meetings, birthday parties, etc. The community office is open Mon-Fri 9.30am -1pm.
Maghera
Féile Charn Tóchair – August 11-23
Make plans now to share in the spirit of the rich cultural, musical, linguistic and environmental heritage of the Carntogher area by joining in some of the many activities of this year’s Féile Charn Tóchair. This locally renowned festival provides fun and enjoyment for all ages and interests. Féile Charn Tóchair has proven to be a huge success over the past twelve years and this year’s programme is equally exciting. Whether its outdoor activities or more relaxing social evenings you’re looking for, this year’s féile has got it all.
Coláiste Charn Tóchair summer scheme will run throughout the two weeks of Feile Charn Tóchair. Week one will be fun-packed with arts and crafts, a variety of sports and also be solely through the medium of Irish. Week two of Feile Charn Tóchair will also have as much fun and adventures, and will be open to the whole community, and again with an emphasis on the Irish language and culture.
Throughout the two weeks of Féile Charn Tóchair, there will be a variety of activities to suit all ages and appetites including, an intensive Irish course for adults. Register your interest at An Carn as places are limited.
Why not test your wits against your friends in the Table Quiz or unwind with the traditional music session at Granny Kane’s? For those who like the outdoors there will be a bi-lingual guided heritage walk in the Carntogher area, as well as Treasure Hunt for the enthusiastic and energetic.
Get in training and hoke out your dancing shoes for the family fun day and the family céilí, details of which will be released soon!
The last day of the festival will see an extra special country market full of local produce and home baked breads and desserts. Remember new suppliers are always welcome. To round off the festivities Féile Charn Tóchair will host their annual BBQ and live band.
For more information on any of the events contact Joanne Webb on 028 7954 9978/ info@ancarn.org / www.ancarn.org
Third world shop
Spring cleaning? Please donate your unwanted good saleable clothes, curtains, bedding, shoes and bric-a-brac to the third world shop. Out of date clothing will also be welcome but please put in a separate bag and mark RECYCLE. We get paid for these by the recycling company. Thanks to all who give so much support to the shop. Opening hours – Tuesday 11am/4.30pm, Wednesday 1pm/ 4.30pm and Friday 10.15am. 4.30pm.
Fallagloon Hall
Bingo every Sunday night.
Riding for the disabled, Maghera The centre needs volunteer helpers, if you are over 16 and would like to help, telephone 028796 44280
Weight watchers, Maghera
St. Lurach’s Parish Hall, Church Street, Maghera is the venue for Weight Watchers every Wednesday night. The first class starts at 5.30pm-6pm; the second class starts at 6.45-7.15pm. Both classes are followed by a talk with the leader Ann Fox. For further information contact Ann on 028 71 261397.
Swatragh
The Swatragh Wednesday club
The Wednesday Club, which meets every Wednesday morning from 10.15 to 12noon in Granaghan Resource Centre, Main St. Swatragh, has a very entertaining, informative and different programme ongoing.
For information, contact Rita on 02879401373. The Swatragh Wednesday Club is indebted to the Turkinton Fund for their support.
Help needed
Praxis care group (promoting mental health) urgently need male and female volunteers in the local and surrounding areas. If you could help, please telephone 028 79 634488. Your friendship could make all the difference.
Gran Quilters
If you are interested in getting on the waiting list call Mary on 028 79 401530 or Bernie on 028 79 401242.
Crochet/ soft furnishing class have also started on Tuesdays from 1-3pm. If you would like further information call Mary on 028 79 401530 or Bernie on 028 79 401242.
Granaghan & District women’s group
The open doors club
Meet every Wednesday evening from 7.30- 9pm with tutor Mary McNicholl from Aghadowey who is teaching them how to make their own jewellery.
Set dancing classes - please book your place with Rita on 028 79 401373 or Ann on 028 79 644370.
Swatragh Bridge club
Swatragh bridge club continue to play each Friday night in Granaghan Resource Centre at 7.30pm sharp.
Draperstown
Story Session at Draperstown Library
A free story session aimed at 3 to 7 year olds will take place in Draperstown Library every Thursday in July from 11am.
Everyone is welcome to attend- children must be accompanied by their parents.
If there is enough interest, the sessions will run throughout August also.
For more information contact the library on 028 79 628249 (The library is open on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday only).
Magherafelt
St John Ambulance
St John Ambulance Magherafelt Division is offering you the opportunity to come and join us and achieve experience in Ambulance Voluntary work. This also includes helping out with local events with all aspects of first aid training available.
You do not need any experience in first aid to join this organisation, our age limit to join is 16+. All training is free as we are a voluntary organisation.
You can further your experience in St John Ambulance by becoming an Officer or Trainer. Doctors, student Doctors, Nurses, student Nurses or full Paramedics and Technicians are also welcome to join the organization.
Our meetings take place on Tuesday nights from 8pm to 9:30pm, in the day care centre beside the Mid-Ulster Hospital.
To find out more Contact Donna on 07522 059243.
Aware Defeat Depression
Are you affected by depression or manic depression (bipolar disorder) and would like to talk to others who understand how you feel?
Aware Defeat Depression’s support groups bring you together with people with similar problems so you can support each other. The groups also enable you to find out more about your illness and the treatments available and help you to learn coping skills.
Aware Defeat Depression’s self help support groups meet on the second and fourth Monday of every month at 8pm at Maghera Day Centre, 26 Coleraine Road.
Aware Defeat Depression’s self help support groups meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm at the Beacon Centre, 2a Market Street, Magherafelt.
First Aid at work
E.M.S would like to invite companies to send delegates on our next First Aid at Work Course 2008. A three year certificate will be awarded to participants upon successful completion of this course. We are also taking bookings for Emergency First Aid courses, both day and evening course are available. This course is certified for two years upon successful completion. E.M.S is an accredited First Aid Training Provider registered with the HSENI and the Construction Industry Training Board. For more information or to book places, please contact E.M.S. on 028 79301333 - FREEPHONE 0800 0612 994 - email emsfirstaid@gmail.com
Gortnaghey
Gortnaghey Community Association
The centre is your local recycling depot for glass and clothes. Please avail of this facility to help sustain your centre. The centre also caters for community meetings, birthday parties, classes, etc. If you would like something run in your centre contact 028 777 42958.
Kilrea
Tea morning
The Aileen McCann Foundation tea morning now takes place on a Friday, weekly at 10.30am in our office For more information contact 02829541892, 07999304445 or Unit 7, Enterprise Centre Kilrea.
Learning Centre Courses
Kilrea Rural Service Learning Centre has many courses starting soon, including Irish language, Digital Photography, Flower Arranging and Calligraphy. Contact 07882040075/02829540536, fax 02829540227 or e-mail hdarragh823@c2kni.net for more information.
Tobermore
Kilcronaghan Recipe book
Kilcronaghan Community Association’s new publication – Country Cookin’ – which contains 115 different recipes within its 124 pages is selling well locally. The sections of the book are made up of soups and starters; vegetable and salad; meat and poultry; fish dishes; egg and cheese dishes; hot puddings; cold sweets; bread and scones; small cakes and biscuits; large cakes and miscellaneous. Copies of the book, which costs £5, are available from the Association Chairman, Wesley Tomb, or may also be obtained from the Activity Centre by prior arrangement (028 79627826). Other enquiries about sales can be directed to 028 79 628514.
Ballyronan
Marina centre events
There are lots of activities to join in at the Marina Centre at the Shore Road,
Ballyronan.
Thursday - Youth club from 6.30-8pm.
Art class – 8-10pm.
Friday– Luncheon club from 1pm. Needlecraft/crochet class 11am-1pm.
Saturday– Modern and old tyme dance, 9.30pm to late, light refreshments.
Monday– Line dancing from 9-11pm, aerobics 7-8pm.
Marina Carers and Kids meet in Ballyronan Marina Hall every Friday from 9.15-11am. Everyone is welcome, especially new members.
Bellaghy
Dancing Class
Dancing classes take place each Tuesday at 7pm in the GAA clubhouse. All new members welcome
St John’s Youth
Dancing classes will take place at St John’s Youth on Mondays at 7pm, and Tuesdays from 6.30pm to 8.30pm for under-12s.
On Wednesdays and Thursdays, classes for over 12s will be held from 7pm to 9pm.
Mothers group
A mother and toddler group meets at St John Bosco Primary School each Thursday at 10.30am. Everyone is welcome to come along to the group.
Alzheimer’s Society
The Local Carer Support Group meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at 7.30pm. Please telephone Louise Reilly on 02886765888 for further details.
Loup
75th Jubilee Celebrations
The year 2008 represents an historical landmark in the history of St. Patrick’s GAC, Loup.
It will be 75 years since the club was formed to provide a successful social and sporting organisation for the small community on the shore of Lough Neagh.
The club will be running a number of events throughout the year, which will cater for all ages, such as fun days, barbecues, dances, underage tournaments and poker nights.
To mark the 75th Jubilee the main event will be a corporate dinner to be held in the Tullyglass House Hotel on Saturday, November 1, 2008.
For entertainment on the night, current GAA president Mr Nicky Brennan will be our guest speaker, while former All-Ireland winner and RTE pundit Mr Joe Brolly will provide the ‘lighter’ entertainment.
As this is such an historic occasion in the club’s history the organising committee is running a savings scheme to help spread the cost of booking a seat.
More information on this and other events will be posted on the clubs website - www.loup.derry.gaa.ie
Moneymore
Dance classes
Ceili dancing classes are held every Thursday in Moneymore.
The classes take place at St Trea’s hall at Circular Road, beginning at 8.30pm and continuing until 10.30pm.
Admission is £2 and refreshments are served.
Everyone is welcome to come along and join in with the classes.
Eglinton
Car boot sale
An indoor car boot sale will be held every Saturday between 10am and 2pm at Eglinton Community Hall.
The event will cost £5 per car. To register telephone 71812303.
Dungiven
The Winding Roe
THE Winding Roe editorial committee are currently compiling the 2008 edition of the magazine.
Anyone who has an article, feature or old photograph, that they would like to submit for publication should contact 028 777 42494 or email glenshane@btclick.com.
Articles, etc should deal with the general Dungiven, Benedy, Banagher, Drumsurn, Feeny, Burnfoot, Bovevagh, Foreglen and Drum districts. All original photographs will be returned.
Glenshane Care Centre- Legavallon Road
Garden Centre open Monday- Friday from 9am-5pm and Saturday from 10am-3pm.
Parish bingo
Every Tuesday in St. Canice’s Hall at 8.30pm.
Saint Vincent de Paul Shop
Saint Vincent De Paul is looking for any unwanted young men’s clothing. Aged 18 – 30 (Jeans, T-shirts, sweatshirts). Also recycling clothes are required including shoes, bags and belts. If you have any of the above, please drop it on at the centre.
Dungiven outdoor bowling club
Bowling green open. New members welcome.
Choir practice
Choir practice continues on Tuesday night at 7.30pm.
Ageing Well
Ageing Well, which runs a range of classes for senior citizens in the Dungiven area, is offering residents a variety of opportunities to improve fitness.
Physical activity classes for the over 50s age group, are tailored to suit all levels of ability with support given by professional coaches. Men and women’s classes are provided separately and refreshments are available afterwards.
Ladies’ Improvers - Mondays at 11.30am in the Main Pool.
Ladies’ Aqua-aerobics - Tuesdays at 10.30am in the Minor Pool.
Ladies’ Beginners - Wednesdays at 10.30am in the Minor Pool.
Men’s Swimming - all levels - Fridays at 10am in the Main Pool.
Beginners’ line dancing classes at United Services Hall on Thursdays at 12.30pm
For information about the swimming classes, contact the Leisure Centre at 028 777 764009. For information about Aqua-aerobics, please ring Marie at Ageing Well Roe Valley on 028 777 65656. For line dancing ring Jackie at 07746 224 192
