Last year Buncrana was top of category D in Donegal scoring 259 marks, so the committee is hoping the marks will go way up this year. The volunteers who turn out every Saturday to clean up the area have done a great job and they have developed a web site - www.buncranatidytowns.com so you can keep up to date with different areas being tidied.
There will be a gardening competition sponsored by SuperValu. The categories will be small, large, residential, commercial premises and floral displays. Entry forms for the gardening competition can be had from Patricia Gallagher, 1a, Cluain Mhuire. The entry fee is 5 euro and the closing date is 8th August.
Kind hearted cyclists will be putting their best foot forward when they pedal their way around Inishowen in a bid to raise funds for St. Mura's N.S. Buncrana. The cyclists from the Buncrana based North Pole Cycling Club, amongst a host of other enthusiastic cyclists, are taking part in a 32 mile fun cycle to help rake in cash for the school. The school hopes the event will raise enough money to enable them to upgrade their outdated computer equipment. The event kicks off outside the school grounds on St. Mary's Road this Sunday, 29th at 10 a.m. The riders will then cycle from Buncrana to Carndonagh and back through Ballyliffen to Buncrana.
If you would like to take part please contact Patrick McCallion, 087 2799270 or the school, 074 9362309 for a sponsorship form.
The North West Surf Club is holding an open day tomorrow at Pollan Beach, Ballyliffin. This will include surf lessons for all levels with qualified coaches followed by a barbeque. Minimum age is eight years and wetsuits and boards will be available. The day starts at 9 a.m. and is free for members and a small fee for non-members. For more information telephone Eoin, 9373307.
A flea market will be held in the Plaza, Buncrana, today and tomorrow with all sorts of stalls and lots of bargains to be had. Doors open at 8am and everyone is welcome
St. Vincent de Paul will hold a special collection after all Masses tomorrow evening and Sunday. All proceeds to the poor and disaster victims in Burma/China and Ethiopia.
Buncrana Senior Citizens' Commitee is urgently looking for voluntary drivers for the meals-on-wheels service. Meals are delivered on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Drivers are especially needed for Sundays. It only takes approximately an hour and a half and drivers are on an eight week rota system. Please contact Jim Henderson, 9361666
If you are caring for an older person the Carers Development Officer Service is the service for you. Information on entitlements, support groups, respite and training will be covered. Contact Diane Donnelly, Carers Development Officer, telephone 087 2770103.
Scoil Iosagain is looking for old photographs and information about Buncrana of yesteryear, mainly the Main Street and places of work like the shirt factories and any photos or information about Swan's Mill. Any items can be left at reception by the latest today and all documents will be returned safely.
Yoga for Beginners will be held in the Tullyarvan Mill every Monday at 10 a.m. and Tuesday at 7.30 p.m. for 6 weeks. Telephone Geraldine, 9385082.
Dunree Sports will take place on Sunday, 6th July in St. Egney's Park at 2.30 p.m. Lots of sideshows, bouncy castle, etc. This promises to be a great family day out and all are welcome.
An Grianan ICA is organising a coach to 'Junction One' on Saturday, 28th. The coach will leave Buncrana at 8.30 a.m. To book your seat telephone 9360126.
Ceili Classes are now being held in the Illies Hall on Wednesdays at 9 p.m. Beginners welcome.
Line dancing classes are held on Tuesdays 8.15 - 10.15 p.m. in the Plaza. All ages, beginners and improvers welcome. Contact 087 7538317.
Ballroom dancing classes will take place in the Plaza on Thursdays, intermediate 8 - 9 p.m. and beginners 9 - 10 p.m. All welcome.
Old Time and Ceili dancing is held every Wednesday from 8.30 - 10.30 p.m. in Desertegney Parish Hall
The new WiFi Works - internet access will hold I.T. classes for all ages and a summer club for 10 - 15 year olds. No computer experience is necessary. For details telephone 9362288.
The Inishowen Athletics' Club trains on Wednesdays in the Leisure Centre at 7 p.m. for children 8 years and over.
Aquafit classes are also held in the Leisure Centre every Wednedsay at 8 p.m. ages 16+. No swimming ability is required and all welcome.
Boxercise Classes are held in the Leisure Centre on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7.30 p.m. for both male and female. Telephone 087 7773323 or 086 0534476 for details.
WeightWatchers will now be held in Scoil Iosagain in the Gym Hall from 10th June. The first class is at 5.15 p.m., second class at 6.30 p.m. and third class at 7.45 p.m. All welcome.
The Aware Depression Support Group meets on the second and fourth Monday every month at 7.30 p.m. in the Buncrana Nursing Unit. If you are feeling sad, anxious or not sleeping you could be depressed. There is help available so telephone the helpline 1890 303302 or www.aware.ie
A Free Counselling Service is now available through your doctor at the Buncrana Medical Centre with a B.A.C.P. Trained Counsellor. If you suffer from anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bereavement, stress, phobias, low self esteem or lack direction in life or have relationship problems, then this is the service for you. Contact the Medical Centre, Maginn Avenue.
In the Buncrana Parish Euro draw the 1st prize, 500 euro - Peter Green, 21, Heather Park, promoter, 30 euro, Elaine Doherty, Upper Illies; 2nd, 300 euro - Charlie McDaid, Tirk, Ballymagan, promoter, 20 euro, Bridie McDaid, Meentahalla; 3rd, 150 euro - Mary Gillespie (J), Tullyarvan, promoter, 20 euro Sadie Kelly, Lr. Illies.
The GAA lotto for 10,000 euro has still not been won, neither has the lotto plus which now stands at 5,090 euro when the draw for 17th June took place in O'Flaherty's Bar, Main Street. The numbers were 21, 24, 29, 31. The lotto plus numbers were 2, 8, 12, 29. Twenty euro winners: Mary Breslin, Grianan Park, Leo Grant, Aghilly, Eithne Fullerton, c/o bingo, Fergal McLaughlin, Porthaw and Aine Daly, Trillick.
Why not come along to O'Flaherty's Bar on Tuesday night and you never know your luck - someone has to win either or both draws. The draw is held in O'Flaherty's Bar, Main Street every Tuesday night.
If you have anything to contribute to the Buncrana Notes please email deirdredeeney@eircom.net before Tuesday at 2 p.m.