Erris Eye issue 55

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Editor's Note Kilmore Our Lady of Lourdes church Aughleam ; Sunday 9.45am/weekdays 10.00amSt. Joseph's Church Binghamstown ; Sunday 11.00am/weekdays 10.00amSt. Brendan's Church Tirrane; Saturday Vigil 6.30pm/weekdays 10.00amChurch of the Holy Family Carne; Sunday 12.00noon/weekdays 10.00amOur Lady of Dolours church Shanahee; Saturday Vigil 8.00pm. Parish Office 097 82350. Fr John Loftus 097 82350. Fr Kevin Hegarty 097 81011

Belmullet Church of the Sacred Heart, Belmullet Sunday 10.30am, Monday 8.00pm, Tuesday to Friday 9.30am, Saturday Vigil 8.00pm Church of Our Lady of Lourdes, Glencastle Sunday 12.00 noon, Wednesday and Saturday 10.15am Fr. Michael Reilly P.P. 097-81426 or 086-0847179 Parish Office, Chapel Street, Belmullet, Co. Mayo 097-20777 e-mail [email protected]

Kilcommon Aughoose Sunday Mass 12noonInver Saturday Vigil 8pmCornboy Sunday Mass 10.30amCarrowtigue Saturday Vigil 6.30pmParish office Aughoose 097 87701. Fr Joseph Hogan 086 [email protected]

Ballycroy Sunday 11am Saturday 8pm Inisbiggle Island 2pm Saturday weather permitting, requested by famililes (every 2 ? 3 weeks) Fr. Chris Ginnelly, Parochial House 098 49134 Kiltane Geesala & Doohoma alternates Sunday 11am & Saturday 7pm Winter, 8pm Winter Bangor 7.00pm SaturdaySunday 11.00amBallymunnelly 9.30am Sunday

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Fáilte! Welcome to the Erris Eye for July 2016. We hope you enjoy the 54th issue of the Erris Eye - your free local community magazine. With your help and support we are delighted to bring you a free community magazine for Erris. If you missed a copy or want to share it with people who are away, have a look at www.erriseye.com where you can view current and past issues. This issue includes some of the regular updates from Teach Greannaí, local schools and details of the many events taking place locally throughout Erris in the coming weeks. This issue welcomes new advertisers KBK Groundworks and Darling Buds of May and of course many thanks to our regular advertisers who have supported us over our 54 editions! Our front cover is the the Protestant Church in Belmullet which was built in 1843 and beautifully photographed by Monika Regeclova Buryova.We look forward as always to your feedback and comments. Your opinions and ideas are welcome on what you would like to see published. And remember, The Erris Eye is your local free community magazine, so use it!

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Club Bricfeasta & Seirbhís IarscoileOibriú ag Naíonra na hÉachléimeClub Bricfeasta ó 8.20rn - 9.20rn.Seirbhís Iarscoile ó 2.10in - 3.10in.Seirbhís Iarscoile ó 3.10in - 6in.Oibríonn gach seirbhís ó Dé Luain - Dé hAoine, le linn théarmana scoile, ag tosú Méan Fómhair 2016.Chun chur in iúl do spéis sna seirbhísí & chun tuilleadh eolais a fháil téigh í dteagmháil le Melissa ar 086 0546617 nó Siobhan ar 086 3445965, ag an 11ú Iúil 2016. D'Fhéadfá cáiliú do dheontasa chlúdach an chuid is mó de chostas an Seirbhís Iarscoile. Breakfast Club & After School ServiceOperated by Naíonra na hÉachléimeBreakfast Club from 8.20am - 9.20am.After School Service from 2.10pm - 3.10pm.After School Service from 3.10pm - 6pm.All services operate from Monday - Friday, during school term, starting September 2016.To express your interest in these services & for further information, please contact Melissa on 086 0546617 or Siobhan on 086 3445965, by the 11th of July 2016. You may qualify for a grant to cover the majority of the cost of the After School Service price.

A fundraising climb of Tower Hill will take place on Saturday 20th of August at

1pm. All monies raised going to Glencastle Special School. You can register at Aughalasheen N.S. from

12.30pm. Donations on the day. Lovely walk and easy climb.

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Meetings held in the Broadhaven Bay every Thurs at 6.30pm.

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JOBSEEKERS. ARE YOU CURRENTLY ON A DISABILITY PAYMENT OR FEEL THAT YOU NEED THAT EXTRA HELP WITH SEEKING EMPLOYMENT? Have you considered the

notion of working and keeping your Disability Payment? Employability Service Mayo

(Belmullet) can offer you support to look for that job in your local area. Call Colette on 086

3418643 for more information.

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Trip to BelarusAfter months of preparation and fundraising for our upcoming trip, we left St. Brendan's College and headed to Shannon Airport at 2am on Sunday morning. We were all so nervous because we didn?t know what was ahead of us, yet we were all very excited for this life changing experience. We travelled out with our five leaders Tisha Gallagher, Sarah Paradise, Mick Croghan, Orla Gallagher and Leah Barry, whose patience was saint like and definitely tested during the week. The twelve students involved were Lisa Gallagher, Sophia Vagg, Éimear Gallagher, Shauna Deane, Tracy Nallen, Meghan Kilker, Eoin McItyre, Leah Walker, Stephan Gibbons, Tara Barrett, Eimear Kelly and Katelyn Lindsay. We spent the week in the Gorodische children?s orphanage, and it was nothing like we expected. The building was so much brighter and more cheerful than we thought it would be, there were paintings on almost every wall and beautiful play areas for every age group. We were however taken aback by some of the more serious disabilities that some of the children had. We witnessed heart breaking moments, but even that was eclipsed by the love and joy we were shown from the children. I don?t think we can put into words how amazing these people are, how easy it is to fall in love with them, these children and their selfless ways. They welcomed us without hesitation, and for every bit of happiness we put their way, they returned it tenfold. Although their lives are at a disadvantage, these kids constantly look on the bright side. They work seamlessly as a tight knit family, the older boys unfazed when they take have to care for the younger, less able bodied children, changing nappies and feeding without missing a stride. The older girls were so talented and independent; they have their own sewing workshop where they create so many embroidery items and sell them, while the older boys worked tirelessly in the farms and grounds all day. They all take such pride in their work and their home. I think the most extraordinary thing we noticed about these children is the warmth and love they had in their hearts that more than anything else shone through far brighter than any disability they might have had. More than anything else they craved love and attention; they adored being in photos and receiving hugs. Our week came to an end far too quickly for our liking, that Saturday night saying goodbye to them was the hardest part of that emotion-filled trip. Leaving them, even after only knowing them for a week was one of the hardest things we?d ever faced. Our hearts broke with every goodbye we said. Right now, we?re looking at pictures we have of them, memories of how truly inspiring they are and the knowledge that we will go back out there again. We went out there to help and they changed our lives completely, for that we owe them so much. We are so grateful to everyone who supported our fundraising, most especially the staff and students at our school St. Brendan?s College and the wonderful people of Erris who never shied away from sponsorship. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank Tisha Gallagher, without whom this trip would have never have taken place. Her help both in the lead up to the trip and her support during them trying days will always be with us, and has helped cement our decision of returning again. Thank You.

Teachers and pupils pictured from Our Lady's Secondary School

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Many thanks to Mary Manning Crowley who posted this image of Mary Nunley. Picture Circa 1898 This is a portrait of my GGGrandmother, Mary Munnelly Gaughan (b1845 Tallaghan,Binghamstown,Belmullet, Mayo,Ireland) (d 1907, Jessup, Lackawanna County, PA US). Mary's parents were Michael & Ellen Reape. She married Peter Gaughan (b1844, d1908) They travelled to the US during the Free Immigration in March 1883 and settled in the Scranton area. Mary & Peter had four children, three that survived to adulthood, and of course came to the US with them. The sons were Michael Joseph (my GG, b1870), Peter J.(b1872) and James Francis (b1877) The portrait was taken by Cramer Studio 311 Lackawanna Ave. Scranton PA. The studio advertised $1. pictures in 1896-1898.

John Shevlin, from Belmullet, Co.Mayo made the long trip to London in his Ford Escort (Mayo Car) for the championship game in Ruislip! Here's a pic outside Big Ben! Thanks to Colin Barrett for the photo.

Children of Lír FestivalErris Chamber of Commerce would like to thank everyone who helped, supported and played a part in making this year's Children of Lír festival such a huge success, it was a fantastic weekend and so memorable. We look forward to next year already. You can still keep up-to-date with Children of Lír Festival by following us on Twitter and Facebook.

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MindSpace Mayo...With mental health being the primary health concern affecting young people today, the development of accessible and appropriate services has never been more important. Access to early and timely support is the key to resolving many of the difficulties that young people experience.

Mindspace Mayo is that early intervention. It is a free, non-judgemental and confidential service for young people aged 15 ? 25. 1-in-3 young people will experience mental health distress. Mindspace Mayo will assist young people meet the demands of life. The aim is to ensure that when young people are struggling, they get the support they need, when and where they need it. Mindspace offers a support service to young people presenting with anything from common concerns (e.g. dealing with break-up, exam stress) to young people with emerging mental health difficulties such as mild depression and anxiety. Mindspace Mayo is about building resilience at this pivotal stage of life. It?s about supporting young people when and where they need it.We are very excited to announce that Mindspace Mayo have launched our first outreach service in Erris. This service will make it more accessible for young people in the Erris region to get the help they need where and when they need it. The outreach service will run one day a week (Wednesday) and is based in the Health Centre in Belmullet. The outreach service will be used for pre-arranged appointments only with no drop in facility available in this centre.

We can officially confirm that Nathan Carter and his band (Sunday 31st July) and Michael English and his band (Wednesday 3rd Aug) will be with us for the Bangor

Reunion. Both shows will be in the Kiltane Community Complex and they will be an all-ticket event. Tickets will be

going on sale in June. Please get your tickets early to avoid disappointment.

Bangor Area Reunion29th July to 5th August 2016

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Bangor Area Reunion

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Erris IWA Boccia team represented Mayo in Dublin at the National Boccia Finals. Win loose or draw ..we are so proud of you all. Team Mark Gibbons, Tony Walsh, and Michael Keane, Back room team Aiden Mc Donnell and Annette Wilson.

WESTERN CARE ASSOCIATION - KATHLEEN CONNEELY CHARITY WALK The ninth annual Kathleen Conneely Charity Walk (formerly known as the Clare Island Charity Walk) will take place on Saturday, June 25th. Five & ten km routes & cyclists also welcome. Assembly point: Roonagh Pier @ 10.30am for 10.45am ferry; Return ferries at 4.45 & 6pm. Cost: ?50 per person or via sponsorship card ? includes free bus transfer, ferry crossing & refreshments. Further details from 094 9029136/144, email: [email protected]. Online registration available on www.iregister.ie/clareislandwalk2016. All proceeds to Western Care Association local services.

Campaí Samhraidh in Áras Inis Gluaire (Camp through the medium of Irish) 4th-8th July (3- 6 years) & 11th-15th July (4+ years) Ring 097 91079 for registration and details

SUMMER CAMP IN KILMORE, DRUM ON MON JULY 4TH TO 8TH FROM 10AM TO 2PM. INDOOR & OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES FOR children aged 4 -12. All are welcome. Details contact 086 0816362/086 3637548.

A FUN DAY WILL BE HELD IN ARAS DEIRBHLE NURSING UNIT ON SUNDAY JUNE 26TH. BARBECUE & FOOD AT 1PM. Games and Tug-of War for the children. Music by Tommy Maloney. Please do come along visit our residents and enjoy the day.

AN APPEAL FROM BELMULLET TIDY TOWNS IT WAS A GREAT ACHIEVEMENT FOR OUR TOWN TO WIN GOLD LAST YEAR. BUT like a restaurant winning a Michelin star it will

not be easy to keep it. Our aim for this year is to retain the Gold Medal and the Gaeltacht Award and to be Ireland?s Tidiest Small Town! Our town looks very well indeed but the standards countrywide are incredibly high! Peeling paint, a rusty sign, a piece of litter carelessly thrown, cigarette butts or dog-fouling could lose our town those valuable few marks that make all the difference. Judging is not too far away! Ní neart go cur le chéile.

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Belmullet

Martial Arts

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Three years ago the inauguration of the Order of Malta Ireland - Belmullet / Erris Unit took place. Well done to Stephen and all his members for their hard work.

This week marks the 3rd anniversary of the inauguration of the Belmullet / Erris

Unit of the Order of Malta. The Belmullet / Erris provide a wide range of voluntary community services to the people of Erris - most notably Ambulance / First Aid services at events in the region.The Order of Malta is the only voluntary Erris based organisation that provides this life- saving service.Thanks to all our volunteers for their continued service to the Erris community.A special thanks to Donal Geraghty from Castlebar Order of Malta who co-founded the Unit and to this day he continues to support the unit.Interested in getting involved or fundraising for the Order of Malta in Erris?You can get in contact with us by calling 087 7011 540 or by emailing [email protected]

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Meals-on-Wheels Geesala Del ivering in the parishes of Kil tane, Belmul let & Kilmore.

Our meals are f reshly prepared daily, in our premises in Geesala.

Al l dietary needs are catered for, should you or someone you know be interested in receiving meals long term or

short termPlease contact 097 86868.

We also provide a Community Laundry Service that is open to al l members of the publ ic

*New del ivery & col lect ion now available*Please cal l 097 86781 for further Informat ion.

Call MaureenYour local f riendly class meets

Wednesdays 7.00pmnew members 6.45

Belmul let (over the Co-op)

Call Maureen 086 313 2840

Don't let the summer throw you off your weightloss journey! Warm weather can mean that you eat less during the day but you'll probably overeat in the evening. Make those salads as filling as possible with lots of lean protein. Keep coming to class and keep chipping away at those pounds! Don't stop because the kids are on holidays and the sun is shining.A member of our class, Maureen Rowland won a competition recently which Greene Farms ran in conjunction with Unislim classes throughout the country. Maureen was picked out as the winner of a spa break for 2 people in the Hodson Bay hotel. As her leader I also won the same thing! Happy days!

Serves 12 FC per servingPreheat oven to 180°CPlace bread soda, salt and the yogurt in a mixing bowl and stir. Next add in your porridge oats and stir thoroughly till all ingredients are well mixed.Crack the egg into a separate bowl and beat.Add the egg in with the rest of the ingredients along with the milk and stir. Line a bread tin or oven tray with parchment paper and add ingredients in.Sprinkle with some extra ground porridge oats.Cook for approx 50 mins. After 50 mins, remove the bread from the tin and cook for another 10 mins.Remove from oven and leave to cool.Large tub (500ml) Low fat Natural Yogurt360g Porridge oats2 tsp Bread soda1/2 tsp Sal t1 Egg1 tbsp Semi skimmed milk

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Sale of Weanlings every Monday, all other stock on Tuesday

Watch our Sale live on www.mayosligomart.ie

SALE EVERY TUESDAY ALL BOOKING FROM THURSDAY ON 096-22555 & 22558.

USUAL SALE EVERY TUESDAY AS FOLLOW: ?BULLOCKS STARTING AT 10.30 FOLLOWED BY BULL WEANLINGS. ?HEIFERS STARTING AT 11.30 FOLLOWED BY HEIFER WEANLINGS.

?SUCKS AT 10.30 FOLLOWED BY CULL COWS & SPRINGER FROM 12.00. ?SHEEP START AT 10.15.

Yard opens at 7.30am Seller please note - Important that all stock BOOKED is in the yard by 9.30 or

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Broadhaven Bay Marine Mammal Monitoring Programme 2016 The Broadhaven Bay Marine Mammal Monitoring Programme is run by UCC (University College Cork) and MaREI (Marine and Renewable Energy Ireland) and has been ongoing since 2002. Like all other years, the programme this season, involves land-based observations of marine mammals (whales, dolphins, porpoises and seals) passing through the waters of Broadhaven Bay and underwater acoustic data collection (using special recording units called CPODs). These recording devices listen for dolphin and porpoise echolocation clicks and record them year-round. When retrieved, these recordings allow us researchers to capture what day and what time the animals emitted the sound, providing a record of their presence in Broadhaven Bay. Our research team began surveying this season on the 1st of May and will be based on the Mullet Peninsula until September 31st. Our land-based monitoring sites are located on Erris Head and near Slugga Rock, on the north side of the bay. While we

watch from the cliffs for signs of marine mammal activity, our four trusty underwater acoustic devices are recording marine mammal sounds throughout the bay, day and night! Broadhaven Bay is the perfect observation site for marine mammals as it opens onto the vast Atlantic Ocean, which has a lot of marine mammal activity. There are at least 25 species of whales, dolphins and porpoises recorded in Irish waters. Over the years, we have spotted 10 different species in and around Broadhaven Bay. This year so far, we have seen: common dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, Risso dolphins, minke whales and humpback whales! We have had sightings of otters, harbour seals and grey seals as well. Our team this year includes six researchers from all over Europe and the US. The programme leader is Dr. Daniela Maldini, an Italo-American post-doctoral researcher who has been studying whales and dolphins around

the world. Aoife Foley hails from Dublin but has been spending her time overseas in Australia and the Philippines studying humpback whales. Dr. Opheile Sagnol from France, spent the past several years in New Zealand studying habitat use of sperm whales. Etienne Pouplard also from France just returned from dolphin research in Nicaragua and has previously completed his master degree on dolphins in South Africa. Greece-born, Elena Akritopoulou completed a marine mammal main Wales and has worked with marine mammals in both the Mediterranean and in Welsh waters. Last but not least, Ireland?s own Marie Kearns, hailing from Kerry, is a seal biologist, who has just returned home from Scotland where she completed her master degree. The team will be hosting a variety of marine mammal talks and workshops in Belmullet over the summer, so please come along and say Dia duit! The team is also helping out with the All Ireland Whale Watch day, organised by the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group on August 27th on Downpatrick Head. If you want to come along and learn how to spot marine mammals in your local area, we will be glad to show you. Please contact Aoife Foley for more details 085 8276984.

Risso dolphins pictured near Slugga Rock, Erris Coast

The Team based in Erris

Images and article by Aoife Foley


Mayo National Day of Commemoration The Mayo Peace Park committee are hosting a National Day of Commemoration ceremony for the Mayo area, at 12 noon on Sunday the 10th of July 2016 in the Mayo Peace Park, Castlebar. On Easter Monday, the committee commemorated centenary of the Easter Rising, and since then they have done the same for many other historic events. This remembrance ceremony will acknowledge all wars and conflicts, with a special focus on the 100th Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme, which started on the 1st of July 1916, it lasted for several months and cost the lives of numerous Mayo born soldiers. Guest speaker, Mr Kevin Myers, journalist & military historian. Mr Martin Sheridan ?Dublin? a nephew of the late Captain Henry Sheridan ?Castlebar? who died during one of the many actions of the Battle of the Somme will be present to speak & lay a wreath in memory of the fallen. The Irish Army will provide a colour party for the occasion. The event will consist of prayers, poetry reading, formal wreath laying

and the Last Post will be sounded. The Castlebar Town Band and Piper Pat Conlon will set the tone for the event; The event will feature some of our the finest local singers & musicians such as Julianne Hennelly, Thomas Langan, Caoimhe Kilkenny and Aiden Bolger, who will perform during the ceremony. All are welcome.

Fantastic news that the tidal pool in Belmullet is listed in a new book on coastal swims. Swimming there is not for the 'faint hearted' given some of the weather conditions, but with the recent good weather, it is afantastic and healthy experience!?We started swimming there in the mid-1960s,? wrote Eva Reilly. ?The parish priest, Archdeacon Feeney, complained about us from the altar, but we were brazen and chose to ignore him. He was in his 70s then and used to swim there himself. We made life difficult for him.? Eva became the area?s first water safety officer in the 1980s. The town wanted an indoor pool, but the council coffers were empty. Instead, inspired by one local?s holiday to Sweden, an outdoor tidal pool was built: it?s an uncanny, modernist concrete block that sticks out from the coastline like a tongue.

Photograph: Rosemary Mangan

THE IRISH CANCER SOCIETY IS OFFERING A FREE VOLUNTEER, DELIVERED TRANSPORT SERVICE TO PATIENTS UNDERGOING chemotherapy treatments in Mayo General Hospital. The service is free to the patient with driver?s expenses being paid. If there are any patients who are having difficulty getting to and from their chemotherapy treatments they can contact their oncology nurse in Mayo General Hospital or ring the Irish Cancer Society on 01 2310 522 or email [email protected].


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information on 200 countries, including security, local laws, entry requirements, health and emergency contacts. All content, once downloaded, is available offline including key emergency contact details ? without the need for a data connection abroad and without incurring roaming charges.You can also opt to receive security alerts. Alerts will only be sent on major changes in the overall security status or in the event of a specific crisis or emergency.You can use the app to register with the local Irish Embassy or Consulate. The Department can contact registered people during an unforeseen crisis such as a natural disaster or civil unrest in order to ensure you are safe, keep you informed of developments and provide assistance where necessary.

Club Bricfeasta & Seirbhís IarscoileOibriú ag Naíonra na hÉachléimeClub Bricfeasta ó 8.20rn - 9.20rn.Seirbhís Iarscoile ó 2.10in - 3.10in.Seirbhís Iarscoile ó 3.10in - 6in.Oibríonn gach seirbhís ó Dé Luain - Dé hAoine, le linn théarmana scoile, ag tosú Méan Fómhair 2016.Chun chur in iúl do spéis sna seirbhísí & chun tuilleadh eolais a fháil téigh í dteagmháil le Melissa ar 086 0546617 nó Siobhan ar 086 3445965, ag an 11ú Iúil 2016. D'Fhéadfá cáiliú do dheontasa chlúdach an chuid is mó de chostas an Seirbhís Iarscoile. Breakfast Club & After School ServiceOperated by Naíonra na hÉachléimeBreakfast Club from 8.20am - 9.20am.After School Service from 2.10pm - 3.10pm.After School Service from 3.10pm - 6pm.All services operate from Monday - Friday, during school term, starting September 2016.To express your interest in these services & for further information, please contact Melissa on 086 0546617 or Siobhan on 086 3445965, by the 11th of July 2016. You may qualify for a grant to cover the majority of the cost of the After School Service price.

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AED/Defibrillator Fundraising Social at Teach Greannai on Friday, June 24th, music by Impulse. All funds raised go towards training and defibrillator facilities for CornboyManual Handling Training in Teach Greannai on Tuesday 28th June from 10am to 1pm. Call 097/88935 for more information.HACCP/Food Hygiene Training delivered Teach Greannai on 28/29/30June. Call 097/88935 for more informationSummer Kids Camp at Teach Greannai: We will be delivering Summer Kids Camps throughout July & August, ?25 per week per child, from 10 ? 1 each day. Camp will include cooking, outdoor activities; grow your own vegetables/flowers, hand crafts, treasure hunt, sports & lots more. Places limited to 15 per week. Please contact 097/88935 to book you placeMeals-on-Wheels delivered in the parish of Kilcommon 6 days a week, all special dietary requirements catered for, contact 097/88935 for more information Teach Greannaí Diner: Open 7 days a week, Monday ? Sunday 9am ? 4pm (including Bank Holidays), Weekend Take-Away/Diner: Friday, Saturday, Sunday Evenings & Bank Holidays from 6.30 ? 10pm Function Venue & Catering at Teach Greannai: Our Function Room facilitates all types of parties; birthdays, christenings, communions and confirmations etc, complete with full restaurant license, wheelchair accessible & WIFI available in all rooms. We also cater and deliver food off-site for your functionsCommunity Laundry at Teach Greannai: Open Tuesday Wednesday & Thursday 1 ? 4pm each week, contact 097/88935 for more informationMonster Bingo in Broadhaven Bay Hotel Belmullet on Sunday July 3rd at 7.30pm, Double Books ?15, Single Books ?10. Raffle on the Night. Bus departing Teach Greannai Community Centre at 6.45pm.

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Wild Atlantic Hobie Regatta The Wild Atlantic Hobie Regatta promises to be one of Mayo?s sailing highlights of Summer 2016. Catamaran sailors and their fast and colourful craft are coming from all over the country to compete in a fun event on the water between Achill and Ballycroy. The Mulranny to Achill Greenway will be the viewing platform to a marine amphitheatre. The event is being co-hosted by Bellacragher Boat Club and Cumann Bádóirí Acla with support from the Irish Multihull association (IMA) and the Irish Sailing Association (ISA). Three very busy days will commence on Friday 1st July as boats and crews have a shakedown cruise on the bay to familiarise themselves with new surroundings and take in the scenery. Tonragee pier (off the Mulranny to Achill Road past the WAY INN pub) will be the focal point of the event though most boats will launch from Achill Sound and Claggan Ballycroy. On Saturday Afternoon the public will get a chance to see Catamaran sailing and all its thril ls and spills up close and personal as four races will take place on the bay between Tonragee, Achill and Ballycroy. Food refreshment and entertainment will be provided by Una and staff at Óstán Oileán Acla with transport arranged for boat crews and support teams. Sunday afternoon will entail a passage race from Tonragee to Achill Sound and back, a long distance race of endurance skill and pilotage. The Regatta is open to all class of catamaran and with support from other sailors around the country, it is hoped that more people will take part in a very exciting and healthy sport. Bellacragher Boat Club and Cumann Bádóirí Acla are committed to the principle of making sailing accessible and affordable for all and will be delighted to arrange a sailing experience for anyone interested in taking up the sport. Sponsorship is provided by Mayo County Council, Hobie Cat Europe and local businesses. All details can be found on http:/ / bellacragherboatclub.jimdo.com/wild-atlantic-hobie-regatta-2016/ Including race application forms and local accommodation information

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June Vegetable GardenThings to do:1. Encourage runner beans to climb up their supports. They twist the other way from most other beans, climbing clockwise when viewed from above.2. Hoe regularly to keep weeds at bay.3. Earth up potatoes to protect the growing tubers.4. Protect brassicas from pests5. Any ground not being utilised for summer crops should be mulched or a suitable green manure sown.6. Remove side shoots from your tomato plants (unless the plant is a bush variety) - this will direct more of the plants energy into growing fruit.7. Continue to plant out courgettes, beans, pumpkins and other tender crops, and to sow them directly. A good start makes all the difference to how they will perform eventually.

Things to do in July:

Water hanging baskets and planted containers. This will need to be done most days. They should also be fed about once a week. Deadhead flowers regularly. This will encourage more flowers. Plant autumn flowering bulbs. Keep roses sprayed to keep pests and disease at bay. Prune late spring flowering shrubs immediately after flowering. Plant out seedlings and rooted cuttings. Harvest fruit, vegetables and herbs. Feed perennials and shrubs with a granular fertiliser e.g. Growmore. Trim hedges. Continue to mow your lawn frequently. Clean paving slabs. Water newly planted shrubs if conditions are dry. Fences and exterior woodwork should be treated.

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Pictured are Our Lady's Secondary School and St. Brendan's TY class after the competed a challenge match on Our Lady's all weather pitch. St Brendan's boys won after a penalty shoot out where they overcame Our Lady's 5-3. Our Lady's girls were victorious in Peile after they held the lead throughout.Thanks to Mr Gallagher (OLSS) and Mr Reilly (St Brendan's) for organizing a great afternoon

Students from Our Lady's Secondary School who were runners-up in the recent Engineers Dragon's Den Competition. Included in the photo is their teacher Mr Lavelle.

Pupils from Our Lady's Secondary School participating in a BIM Safety Course.

The annual Francis Neary memorial blitz took place at GAA pitch Tallagh on Friday May 20th. 10 Erris schools took part. Bangor Erris NS and Glencastle NS fought a tough battle in the final and Bangor NS emerged winners. Pictured are the winning team with their trainer and Bangor NS teacher Mr. Liam Lavelle.

Seán Geraghty and Saoirse Cleary who received Student of the Year Awards. Pictured with Mr. Walshe and Mr. Treacy.

Students who were awarded Scholarships to Coláiste UISCE at St. Brendan's College Awards Day. Pictured with Clare Geraghty, Mrs. Gaughan and Miss. Coyle.

Transition year students enjoying a Treasure Hunt "as Gaeilge" on the peninsula recently.


Turas Siar is a Language and Culture Research and Genealogy Centre located 11 miles outside Belmullet on the Blacksod Road. Would you like to take a journey back in time? Then why not come to our centre. We have many artefacts on display including a very old kitchen dresser made by a local man over 90 years ago. Also churns, wash board, old flat irons, shoe last. Why not come and sit on the old tester bed and imagine what it was like to sleep

on one just like your ancestors did! We have many photographs on display at our centre so come in and have a look around. Maybe you would like to have a cup of tea or coffee and a chat. We also specialize in

genealogy which includes local family history so if you are looking for information on your ancestors then why not come to Turas Siar and we will endeavour to help you trace your ancestors. We also have our first book published which includes 3 cd?s so you can listen and read at the same time this is in the Irish language but every second page is in English. Our book retails at ?20 each and can be purchased at our centre, the post office Belmullet, also at T & T Printing, The Square, Belmullet. It can also be purchased from our website www.turassiar.com. For further details call Pap or Kathryn on 097 85011/087 6990505, email us on turas. [email protected] also facebook turassiar.com.

Business Directory

Prendergast Agricul tural Consul tancy

Advice on al l farming mat tersGLAS & AEOS Appl icat ions

M icheal PrendergastChapel St Belmul let

086 811 9256 [email protected]

Pharmacy

Lavel le's PharmacyBelmul let 097 81053

Ki l lala 096 32465

Bangor Err i s 097 83911

lavel lespharmacy@gmai l .com

Recycling

Arts & Entertainment

Aras Ini s Gluai reBelmul let

Exhibi t ions & Entertainment097 81079

www.arasini sgluai re.ie

Home Heating

J&E Hughes Oi lHeat ing oi l , Road & agr i diesel ,

pet rol , lubr icants, tanks

Dai ly Del iver ies

John 086 4403350

Insulation

Cake Specialists

O'Donoghues BakeryCake & bakery Special i sts

Bridge Rd Belmul let097 81082

www.odonoghuesbakery.com

Cacai Alainnwww.lovelynaturalcakes.com

Wedding Cakes, Novel ty Cakes, Bi r thday Cakes al l made wi th

natural i ngredientsStephanie Fal lon 086 852 [email protected]

Cakes By AngelaCakes for al l Occasions

Personal i sed Cakes086 402 5521

angelageraghty57@hotmai l .comwww.cakesbyangela.ie

Fusion Insulat ion Stop the cold thi s winter

Mayo's Spray Foam ExpertsErr i s based cal l for quotat ion

1890 818838/ 0872416181 www.fusioninsulat ion.com

Print & Embroidery

T&T ClothingPrint & Embroidery Special i sts

The Square Belmul letsales@t tclothing.iewww.t tclothing.ie

086 065 1704

Agricultural

Ardagh Agri ServicesMowing,Tedding, Raking,Bal ing

Agricul tural Machinery

096 72803- 087 626 2727

Crossmol ina Rd, Bal l i na

Furniture

Mangan's Furni ture Carpets, vinyl , wooden f loor ing, bedding, 3 piece sui tes, bedroom

& dining setsBarrack St Belmul let 097 81084

jmancon@hotmai l .com

Accountancy Services

Thomas McHugh & CoChartered & Cert i f ied

AccountantsRegistered Audi tors

Quay St , Belmul let , Co MayoBelmul let 097 81507Bal l i na 096 79780

Fax 097 81744

Auctioneers

Gerry Rowland Auctioneer & Valuer

Property Valuations - Sales -AuctionsFor all Your Auctioneering Needs

Telephone: Gerry Rowland, AKA The Bumble Bee

086 8459414 or 09670854www.theoptimumgroup.ie

Sharkey & Co AccountantsBookkeeping & Accounts Payrol l

& Vat - Sole Trader Accounts Tax Returns - Farm Accounts Lim ited Com pany Accounts

The Enterprise Centre Main Street Crossmolina Co. Mayo

Tel: (087) 7978643

Taxis

Rural Transport ServiceSeán's Hackney

Attawalla, Bangor ErrisNow available - Keen rates

Tel. 087 2860525

Fitted Kitchens

SYMPHONY KITCHENSBarcastle Retail Park, Castlebar, Hours Mon - Fri: 09:00 -18:00

Sat: 10:00 - 17:00094 90 26100

www.symphonykitchens.ie [email protected]

We will beat any price on a like for l ike basis

Doocey Metal Recycl ingWe buy & col lect al l t ypes of

scrap metal , sk ips avai lable.

085 129 3864 087 690 5283

097 86805

Services

ERRIS PEST CONTROLEnvironmental Services

Providing a professional and

discreet Pest Control Service to the

Erris Area

087 287 4589

At McAndrewsMain St, Belmullet.

Suit Hire for every occasionwww.belmulletsuithire.com

087 243 5468

Services

Construction & Civil

O'Raghal laigh Agricul tural , Construct ion & Civi l

Engineering * Trial Holes * Land Drainage Service * Site Remediation Works * Land Reclamation * Raft & Strip Foundations

*Site Services & Setting Out * Septic Tank & Eff luent

Treatment Systems Servicing The Erris Area

[email protected]

087 1035 227

Contact Us or to Advert i se Wi th Uscal l us on 086 065 1704 or emai l us at i nfo@err i seye.com

Building Services

Kieran McDonnel l Construct ion Ltd

Attycunnane, Belmullet, For all building requirementsHouse / Garage / Sheds Walls

Repairs / RenovationsGrants / Insurance WorkExtensions & Chimneys

FREE QUOTE087 236 1611 or 097 [email protected]

Jewellers

Bridge St , Bal l i na096 71744

Diamonds Of DistinctionHair & Beauty

For Appointment Call089 447 0859

Main St, Belmullet

John athon Sw een eyCarpentry & Construction- New Builds- Renovations- Insurance Work

For all your general building requirements

097 84928 0r 086 1972 [email protected]

St Vincent de PaulConfidential Helpline

085 1305390

Bourke Carr igg & Lof tus Sol ici tors

Rear of Lavel les PharmacyBelmul let

096 21455/ 086 028 6000 marc@bcl law.ie

Solicitors

Michael G Bohan & Co Sol ici tors

No 6 Church St , Belmul letNo 7 Teel ing St , Bal l i na

096 78000/ 79699emai l bohanlaw@ei rcom.net

Business DirectoryTyre Services

Breaf fy Road Cast lebarCo.Mayo

094 902 3531toghertyres@ei rcom.net

M AX TYRES BALLINA 096 21888

CROSSMOLINA 096 31966

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Gi lvarry Sol ici tors & Associates

Employment Law, Li tegt ion Probate, Commercial Law

Uni t 9 Moneen Retai l Park Cast lebar 0949023366

info@gi lvarrysol ici tors.ie

KM DOOCEY SOLICITORSAmerican. Street

BelmulletCounty Mayo

Open Mon - Fri 9am - 6pm097 81014 / 086 315 9485

[email protected]

Doctors

Dr Penzes Church Rd, Bangor Erris

097 83464Dr Swanick

Church Rd, Belmullet097 82434Dr Ruane,

Quay Street, Belmullet 097 81156

Dr Loftus Glenamoy, Ballina

097 87848

WestDoc 1850 365 000

Mayo County Library operates a free service for Children. New Members are always welcome.Opening hours are :Tuesday 12noon til 7pmFriday 11am t il 4pmSaturday 11am t il 4pm (Closed on the Saturday of a Bank holiday weekend)

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Take Away

MAC HALES SOLICITORSEstablished 1882.

Beside Tim Quinn?s off ice American Street, Belmullet

096 21122/21424 [email protected]

Wills, Lit igation, Commercial Law,Title to land, Purchases, Sales

& Farm Settlements.

Dentist

As part of the Music Generation project Belmullet Library operate a musical instrument lending service.

There is a wide range of musical instruments available. If you are interested in this service please contact Kate on 097 82555 or

[email protected] or call into the library.

M&C Financial ServicesI nsurance, Pensions, I nvestments

Special of fers on Li fe Cover & al l your insurance needs

094 902 0677

Financial & Insurance

Chi ldren?s book clubI f your chi ld is a keen reader and

would l ike to join a chi ldren?s book club (age 8 to 11) please contact Kate in

Belm ul let Librar y on 097 82555 or khealy@m ayococo.ie for m ore detai ls.

Belm ul let Librar y is due to launch a lending system for M usical

instrum ents. This is a fantast ic oppor tun i ty for Chi ldren to have

access to a wide range of new m usical instrum ents. I f you are in terested in

learn ing to play or teaching m usic please contact Belm ul let Librar y.

For m ore detai ls on the M usic Generat ion lending system and a l ist of instrum ents avai lable contact Kate on 097 82555 or khealy@m ayococo.ie

or cal l in to the Librar y.

Mayo Window Cleaning Service

Domest ic, Commercial & Indust r ial

086 2220099i [email protected]

www.mayowindowcleaning.ie

Cleaning Services

Shevl insErr i s Home Improvements

Carpets & RugsWooden Floors

Floor Ti les & Wal l Ti les097 20802

087 2427388Barrack St , Belmul let

Home Improvements

Dr, Emer WalsheMain St, Belmullet, Co Mayo.

Contact Us or to Advert i se Wi th Uscal l us on 086 065 1704 or emai l us at i nfo@err i seye.com

Memorial Cards

Available in BelmulletT&T Print

The Square, Belmullet

086 065 1704

Diamond Properties Algarve

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+351 289 362 130+351 919716 846

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Property Abroad

Paving Centre Ballina,

Paving Sealers/Cleaners, All types of paving,

Chippings, Ornaments, Wall Cladding

www.kbkstone.ie096 78609 - 086 2622199

Stone & Paving

mailto:[email protected]

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