Carn Drama Club is preparing for its final performance of the hilarious comedy "Wake in The West" by Westport playwright Michael J. Ginnelly.
The play will be performed in the Colgan Hall tonight at 8.30pm sharp, doors open at 8pm. The club chairperson Hilda O'Connor said the cast are looking forward to a good last night as the cast and crew enjoyed this play as much as the audiences. Th
e play is produced and directed by the very talented Margaret O'Kane. Members of the cast and crew are J.P. Bradley, Philip McFadden, Siofra Nic An Breithiun, Marie McLaughlin, Hilda O'Connor, Bronagh Doherty, Michael Mullan, Paul Nugent and Connell McGrenra. Back stage and front of house are Danielle McMenamin, Kathleen Kelly, Conn McDermott, Zeva Gallagher, Ursula O'Kane, Brid Bradley, Margaret McLaughlin, Vincent Lynn, Carmel McGrenra, Harry McDaid and Ger Moyne. The play is being run in conjunction with the Sean O'Kane Memorial Fund Valentines Ball to raise money for Foyle, Donegal and Carndonagh Hospices. Tickets are on sale throughout the parish and are available from any club member or at Bridie Doherty's corner shop. Tickets are 10 euro for adults and 5 for children at the door. Come along and enjoy a good laugh and support a good cause.
Anniversary Masses tonight at 8 pm Mass for DDS, Saturday 17th January at 7 pm Months Mind for Rodger McGuinness, Sunday 18th January at 9 am Months Mind for Peter McLaughlin England/Ballyloskey
Concern Collection Thanks to all who contributed and to those who braved the cold to collect. The sum raised was 12,316 euro, your continued support is appreciated.
The Toy Sale Committee wish to thank all those who attended the Flower Show and all who donated so generously to the Third World Fund which raised 8,750 euro. This money has been dispersed to 25 local people working in the poorest parts or the world. Your support was greatly appreciated.
Inishowen Gardening Club will hold their next talk on Monday 26th January at 8pm in the Wesley Hall, Bridge Street Carndonagh. Danny McLaughlin from Carndonagh Nursery will give a talk on "Choosing Plants for a Seaside / Exposed Garden". All welcome to attend.
The Guest Tea is the only big fund raising event which the school is organising this year. It is being held in the Aras on Friday 27th February. Music will be provided by Shunie Crampsey. Admission 10 euro and this includes a sit down meal. Please support as the school celebrates its 35th anniversary.
Escallonia and Grisilania hedging available from Barney Toland 93 74706, proceeds to Concern.
The Job Club Centre at Inishowen Development Partnership are starting new training programmes in Buncrana and Carndonagh very soon. We can assist you to apply for various jobs, CV design, write a good cover letter and prepare for interviews. During these hard times, why not avail of this free support the Job Club staff can offer you. Drop into our offices in Buncrana or telephone Aisling on (074) 9361376 for further details.
St Patrick's Girls National School - If you wish to enrol your daughter for junior infants for September '09 please contact the school for registration form. Tel: 93 74412 or e-mail carndonaghgirls@eircom.net
Carndonagh Little Acorns Montessori Playschool are now registering children for the Spring and Summer 2009 terms. Opening hours are Monday to Friday 9.30am-12.30pm. For further information contact Sarah 074 93 74096 or Jennifer 074 93 22414
Trina's Montessori now taking enrolments for spring and September 09 - qualified and experienced Montessori teacher providing a structured Montessori programme in her own home for children 3 - 6 years old from 9.30 12.30 each morning (earlier mornings or extended afternoons are available to facilitate parents) maximum number of children in each class is 5. Individual learning plans, Montessori curriculum, art, music, weekly themes, baking etc contact Trina on 93 73288 or 087 9961816 for information on the Montessori method and view the Montessori classroom and equipment. based in Carndonagh.
I.D.O.L. – Inishowen Digital Older Learners Inishowen Development Partnership is currently recruiting participants for its new project: I.D.O.L. Course Content includes basic computer operations, letter writing, Microsoft word, Internet, Email and mobile phone usage etc. Training takes place in the homes. If you are aged 55 yrs or over and interested in participating in this project or for more information, please contact Sinead McDaid (Project Tutor) Tel: 086 8216306/93 62218.
Yoga classes for beginners cater for all levels and ages and are on Tuesday mornings at 11 a.m. and Wednesday evenings at 7p.m. Intermediate classes for the more experienced are on Wednesdays at 8.15. For more information or to book a mat ring (086) 8095906.
John & Jean ballroom dancing classes in Colgan Hall every Tuesday evening 8.30 -10.30pm, everyone welcome, if you are getting married soon this is an opportunity to learn to dance. For further information tel 0868763970.
Jive practice in Ballyliffin Hotel on Sunday evenings from 8 – 9.15pm. All levels welcome 6 euro per session.
Concert of Traditional Irish Music, Song and Dance Inishowen Gateway Hotel Buncrana tonight Friday 16th January. Doors open 8pm.8.30 start. Tickets available Inishowen Gateway and Mac's Bookshop Buncrana or call Stella 0749322041 for further information The concert is in aid of the Irish Language Pre-School Buncrana. Musicians/acts include (Top Inishowen Musicians) Ciaran Tourish Dermot Byrne and Kevin Doherty, Keenan Barrett and Anne Nelson, Dalltach with Matt Mc Granaghan, Dinny Mc Laughlin and guests, Elliott School of Dancing
New Children's Art Classes at Inishowen Carnival Group. Due to over subscription of places in last seasons children's art classes, the Group will be hosting two separate classes for age 7-12 led by Muff based artist Joanna McGlynn. Classes on Monday afternoons commencing the 19th January and Tuesday afternoons commencing 20th January. Both classes will run from 4pm – 5.30pm, will cost 45 euro and will run for 6 weeks. Places will be strictly limited to 15 participants per class so early booking is advised.
Colgan Hall Bingo every Wednesday night at 9.00pm. Lots of Prizes and Good Craic.
The GAA Club annual dinner dance takes place on Friday,,30th January in The Malin Hotel. Do not miss out on a great night of celebration. Book your tickets early by contacting any club member. Hurling meeting in the clubrooms on this Sunday evening at 6pm, a lot of help is needed as there are a number of indoor blitzes planned. The AGM of Bord Na nOg will take place on Thursday 15th January. The winning numbers in the club mini-lotto were 23, 13, 11, 3 and 20. The 75 Euro went to Cathy Butler, Gortnacool, Carndonagh. 30 Euro to James Sean, Ballysalla, Glengad. 15 Euro to Rita Bradley, Moss Rd. Carndonagh, Stacey Canny, Glenmore, Drogheda and Patsy Doherty, Killourt, Malin Head. The jackpot next week is 2,600 euro.
