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St.Clare's Hall - What's Going On?

For those wondering what's happening with St. Clare's Hall - this event will answer those questions. Looks like a great evening.

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Culture Night at the Organic Centre, Friday Sep 19th.

Screening of award winning documentary. BirdSong, charting the inspirational journey of Sean Ronayne, and his mission to record the sound of every bird species in Ireland.

Doors open at 4pm. Refreshments available on a first come first served basis. Free entry. Thanks to Leitrim County Council Arts Office for supporting this event and the producers of Bird Song. https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/1638950177099?aff=oddtdtcreator

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An Apple a Day

Apple Day Festival at the Organic Centre. Sunday 28th, 12-4pm. Free entry. Back with all the seasonal sights and smells that make up its famous event, on the centres 30th anniversary. Talks and tours from the apple experts like their v own Phil Wheal and speakers including grape expert Andrew Watson, for a workshop in the tunnels. Step back in time with craft demos, basket weaving and hand spinning, alongside the centre piece of apple pressing. Meet the visiting alpacas who are due to return. Browse the teeming array of local stalls of sustainable crafts and food indoors and outdoors around the building. With plenty for the family to enjoy including heritage games from 'Heritage Crafts Alive' and crafts. The Grass Roof Cafe is open for lunch, with some apple delights included on the menu.

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Sunrise 4 STOP

Sunrise 4 STOP events will commence on 27th of September. We will walk from various locations to greet the sunrise!

Information on the walks:

Strictly no dogs allowed please

Torches essential & hi-vis jackets recommended!

We will meet at 6am in every location:

Arigna - Enterprise Centre, N41 D2N

Tubbercurry - From the Ground Up (Jenny’s Cafe), F91 CX61

Manorhamilton - Boggaun Football Grounds, F91 AY7R

(Manorhamilton only) Advanced route and a modified route will be available to suite those with different mobility needs.

Are you thinking of holding a fundraiser in aid of NorthWest STOP? Please contact their office for information on how to do so: Phone: (071) 985 6070 Email: info@northweststop.ie

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Brain Storming Session

Upcoming Training: Ideas Generation and Brainstorming for Groups on Thurs 18th September 7-9pm Leitrim Development Company, Drumshanbo

• A review of alternative sources of funding and match funding for non-profits and community organisations
• Facilitation around how groups deal with financial shortfalls
• Dealing with other challenges facing community groups

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It's done good and early on a Saturday

Parkrun is a social, non competitive, family friendly event, all ages and abilities are welcome to walk, jog or run 5km. It continues in Glenfarne Woods every Saturday morning at 9.30am. Park at Glenfarne GAA or St. Mary's Church. For more information see Glenfarne Parkrun on facebook or to sign up go to ParkRun.ie

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 Drop by for a cuppa

Drop in for a chat and a cup of coffee with the National Learning Network. They are holding a Coffee morning on Thursday 25th September from 10am to 12 noon. All in aid of NorthWest Hospice.

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A great place to meet

If you're thinking of starting a group, teaching a class, or holding a celebration, Rossinver Youth & Community Project can hire their hall or rooms out to you at keen rates, maybe a Children's birthday party, awards ceremony, official examinations, Health and Safety classes, you choose. You can call 071 98 32970 for more.

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Rock On

Rock Orchestra weekly session in Manorhamilton starting in September. Contact Dee on the number below.

Jamming in the name of the....

Meets every Saturday in Dromahair. Contact Anna for more. Details below.

Get on those dancin' shoes

Faragher-McLoughlin School of Irish Dance resume all classes from the 9th of September. Booking details below.

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Walking Football

Age & Opportunity in association with Manorhamilton Rangers are introducing “Walking Football” to our area. If you are 55+ who would like to join this activity, It’s a fun social activity which will take place at Manor Astro. No contact & No running. Send message with name to 0831133003. Come along anytime. It's continues every Thursday from 11am to 12pm. It’s free and fun. No previous footballing experience necessary. Compulsory tea & biscuits after each session. The annual Rossinver Duck Race takes place

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Checkmate!

North Leitrim Chessmates is a chess club meeting every Tuesday 7-8:30pm at the Bee Park Community Centre, all are welcome.

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There's something for everyone - Events at Killenummery Community Centre

• There are Bowls every Wednesday evening at Killenummery Community Centre (F91AY28) from 7.30pm to 9.30pm for both male & female.  Bring a pair of indoor shoes.
• Every Tuesday evening 9pm there is Progressive  25 Cards at Killenummery Community Centre at 9pm.  Bring a partner.
• Keepfit Classes every Monday evening at 6pm and chair exercise class every Wednesday at 12 noon.
• Pilates every Thursday evening from 7pm to 8pm and 8pm to 9pm.

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A new book hub

The newly opened library on Main Street, Dromahar, is now open. See the opening times below. Also there is a weekly Breastfeeding support group every Tuesday.

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It's good to help out - Volunteers Needed

Volunteers Needed - Would you be willing to provide companionship visit or make friendly calls to Older People once a week for an hour or two? ALONE are seeking volunteers in your area. Full training and support provided. If interested please sign up here: www.alone.ie/volunteers/. For more information, contact Sinead on Sinead.Flanagan@alone.ie on 0861921505 and leave a message with your name and contact number.

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