8th Donegal Scouts, Carndonagh, will celebrate 100 years of Scouting in Ireland. A special merit badge has been commissioned and will be awarded to all Scouts & Senior Cubs (that is Cubs who will be moving to Scouts after the summer break) who participate in any local scouting event that exceeds 100 tasks The scouts will host a fundraising Car Wash Extravaganza, on Saturday June 28, in Supervalu Car park, Malin Road, Carndonagh from 10am - 5pm We need the Support of the Whole Community
Care of The Aged will hold a Church gate collection on Saturday June 21 and Sunday 22. Your support will be greatly appreciated. All Senior Citizens in the Carn parish are invited to the Strand Hotel on Sunday July 6, at 6pm. Don't wait for an invite just let us know you are coming and if you need transport ring 9374291 of 9374382. The committee would like to thank G&S and Supervalu for allowing us to sell tickets for the hamper which will be raffled at the party.
A dance in aid of Duchenne Muscular Dystropy Research will be held in the Malin Hotel on Saturday June 21. Music by Sister & Brother Sharon & Gary Nixon. Followed by disco with P.J. the D.J. Doors open 10.30. Tickets 10 euro including Door Prize. Please Support. Enquires Tel: Susan 0861574454 or Anne 0861664760
Inishowen Tourism are organising a trip of the Peninsula's attractions and historical areas on the June 28, leaving at 9.30am outside the Tourist Office, at the Diamond, Carndonagh and returning around 5pm. The fee for this outing is 25 euro, which includes refreshments and lunch. Dessie McCallion is our tour guide. To book a seat or for further information tel 93 74933.
Inishowen Development Partnership are currently taking names from women interested in doing the ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) training programme which will commence in September 2008. This programme is suitable for any woman who wants to develop her skills and knowledge of computers. The programme will run for 32 weeks and will involve a commitment of 1 day a week for 2 hours. Each programme will have a minimum of 13 participants and will be held in a number of locations in the Peninsula, subject to demand. This course is completely free and due to the limited number of places available, selection for participation on this course will be by application form only. Further details and application forms from Katie/Maureen, Inishowen Development Partnership, Tel: 074-9362218 or e-mail reception@inishowen.ie
Parochial House 9374104. Mass times will be on the notice boards at the Church Doors
Anniversary Mass Saturday June 21, at 7pm First Anniversary Mass for Dan Hartin, Collon and Sunday June 22, at 9am Anniversary Mass for Kathleen McGonagle, Ardcolgan.
Blessing of the Cemetery will take place on Sunday July 6, at 3pm Cemetery records are being updated there are still some graves with no markings. Your help in this matter would be appreciated tel. 9374104.
Envelopes for Sunday offering will be given out in the next few weeks. You can get them by giving your name and address to Parochial House or ring 9374 104.
Results of Parish Draw 1st Prize 250 euro Neil McKeague, Craigtown, Promoter Sheila Callaghan 2nd Prize 125 euro, Eilish McGeoghan, Promoter Maria Doherty. 3rd Prize 65 euro Sean McLaughlin St. Kevins Priestown. Promoter Joy McLaughlin and 4th Prize 65 euro, Mary Gallager Tervoil, Carndonagh, Promoter Brigeen Doherty. Promoter Sheila Callaghan. .Congratulations to all.
Derry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes led by Bishop Lagan DD takes place 16 – 21 July. Fare £449. Booking forms available in Parochial House. There are still places available.
Pilgrimage to Medjugorje and Rome. October 4 – 12. Flying from Knock return Belfast International. All inclusive price £699. For information tel Martina on 048 71358519
Pilgrimage to Knock on Saturday June 28. Further details or to book phone Esther 9374566
Knock Summer Youth Festival July 24 – 27. Our Lady's Shrine, Knock, Co. Mayo 18–35 yrs. For information tel 094 9388100/0876927850 or www.knock-shrine.ie/youthministry
Dance in aid of Alan Doherty Fund will take place on Saturday July 12, in Malin Hotel. Music by Inishowen Smokey and the Bandits. Tickets 5 euro or pay at the door. Raffle and spot prizes on the night. Please support this worthy cause.
Donegal Horse Shoe League Results of the Silver Circle week 1. 1st prize Gregory McGonagle, Cloontagh, Promoter Michael McLaughlin (T). 2nd Fidelma Mclaughlin, Letter, Urris. Promoter Michael McLaughlin (T). 3rd Prize George McLaughlin (G) Churchtown. Promoter Jimmy Diver. Congratulations.
The Job Club Centre are starting new job-seeking programmes in Buncrana and Carndonagh. This is an excellent programme for anyone considering going back to work or who is actively job-seeking at present. For further details or to register your interest please contact Aisling/Noreen on (074) 9361376.
Inishowen Women's Outreach would like to say thank you to our anonymous benefactor for the donation we recently received. We are always grateful for the support and help offered to us and are moved by the generosity shown by the local community.
Good as New in aid of Colgan Hall Fund beside Wesley Hall. Massive Closing Down Sale, starts Saturday 21st June for one week, shop closes on Saturday 28th June. Your support would be greatly appreciated.
Good as New in aid of Parish Funds will open behind Mae's at the beginning of July. All donations of good quality furniture, clothes, bric a brac and jams and marmalades will be very welcome. Contact Mary Farren 9374488.
Barney Toland has hedging and herbaceous plants for sale, all proceeds go to Concern. Telephone 9374706
Termonbacca Community Fun Day will be held on Sunday July 13. We need Bric-a-Brac of all sorts. If you are willing to help in any way please contact us during office hours 10.00a.m. to 5.00p.m Monday to Friday. Tel: 048 71262512
GAA. The winning numbers in the club's mini-lotto were 23, 22, 7, 9 and 18. There was no jackpot winner. The 75 euro went to Albert Doherty, Ballyloskey. 30 euro to Eoin Doherty(H), 30 Ard Chlochar, Carndonagh. 15 euro to Robert Nelson, Carndonagh. Lucinda Gallagher, Sportmans and Garvin McGrenra, Carndonagh. The jackpot next week is 2200euro The club wishes to thank all who continue to support our weekly lotto.
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