An AED Defibrillator is located in Ballycastle Community Hall

                                                      In the event of a person collapsing and becoming unresponsive:

                                                      1. Call 999 (landline) or 112 (mobile)

                                                      2. Call local Defibrillator Responder on

                                                         A) 086-257-6771 or B) 086-257-6772

                                                      3. Start CPR immediately while awaiting responder and emergency                                                               service.

Deaths

The death occurred on Sunday 12th of Breege Meyler (nee Collins), Carrowcubic, Ballycastle.

Sympathy is extended to her husband Jim, daughters Fiona and Siobhán, sister Maura, brother Seán, grandchildren, sons in law, brother in law, sister in law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

May she rest in peace.

The death occurred on Tuesday 14th of  Molly McGarry (nee Healy), Ballycastle and formerly of Kilbride.

Reposing at Lynn 's Funeral Home, Killala on Thursday evening from 5.00p.m. with removal at 7.00p.m. to St. Bridget's Church, Ballycastle.

Mass on Friday at 12noon followed by burial in Ballycastle Cemetery .

Sympathy is extended to her brother Martin (Dublin), sisters in law, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives and friends.

May she rest in peace.

Ballycastle Cycling Club and Bike Week

Ballycastle Cycling Club and Mayo Sports Partnership, in conjunction with Mayo County Council, An Taisce's Green Schools Programme and the Road Safety Authority, will have an event for Bike week on Thursday 16th June at 7pm. This event is aimed at children and adults who would like to get back into cycling. The event will be marshalled by the Ballycastle Cycling club and will start at the Shambles. We will make our way to Downpatrick Head and back up to the village - a distance of 12km at a pace to suit everyone. All welcome. Refreshments served. This event is totally free!

For more information contact Máirtin Flannery 0863225128 or Noel Kelly 0863828713.

Annual Coastal Challenge

The 4th Ballycastle Coastal Challenge (10k and 6k) will take place on Saturday 25th June at 2.00p.m.

Lotto Jackpot now €15,600

No's drawn on 13th June were: 2. 5. 15. 19. No Jackpot winner.

Next draw in Katie Macs.

Five Envelopes drawn:

Ciaran Jordan, Killerduff

Martin Walsh, Annaghmore (x 2)

Gerard Nealon, Ballyknock

Mary Murray, Killala Bus

Tickets can be purchased at: John Burkes, Healy's Bar, Post Office, Katie Macs and Craft Shop.

G.A.A.

Fixtures:

Mayo Senior League 2016 - Group 1D:
Kilfian v Ballycastle on Sunday 19th June in Kilfian at 3.00p.m.

Colm Kenny Tournament Finals on Sunday at 5.00pm in Tom Langan Park .

All support for Ballycastle National School in the Final is appreciated.

Results:

Mayo Junior A Championship:

Ballycastle defeated Killala by 6points on Saturday last in Tom Langan Park .

Final score: Ballycastle: 0 – 12; Killala: 0 - 6.

Ballycastle Team:

Jason O'Neill, Shane McHale, Barry McHale, Eoin Clifford, Paul Whelan,

Anthony Tighe, Kevin Healy, Michéal Forde (0-4), Fergal Forde (0-6 - 4f, 1'45),

Dermot Kelly (0-1), Shane Healy (0-1), Andrew Tighe, Declan Caulfield,

Shane Forde, Simon Barrett.

Sub used: Patrick Tighe for Anthony Tighe.

Mayo Junior C Championship - Group 4:

Tuar Mhic Éadaigh: 2 – 17; Ballycastle: 4 – 7.

50/50 draw

Congratulations to P. J. Gillespie who won €200 in last week's 50/50 draw.

Remember you can now purchase your 50/50 tickets online go to www.ballycastlegaa.ie for more details or contact any of the executive.  

Bingo

Bingo in the Community Hall on Monday 20th June at 8.30p.m. Guaranteed Jackpot of €300.

Giro de Baile

Register now for Giro de Baile which takes place on Sunday 31st July in Ballycastle by emailing girodebaile@gmail.com or contact 0863225128.

Golf Society

Next outing is the weekend away in Galway on Friday and Saturday 17/18th June.

Contact Gerry Henry for more information on 087-9391689

Garda in attendance

Garda will attend at Ballycastle Community Hall from 2 – 3pm on the 1st Wednesday of every month.

Gymnasium

Opening times for the Gymnasium in Ballycastle Community Hall are:

Monday – Friday 9.00a.m. – 1.00p.m. and 5.00p.m. – 9.00p.m.

Saturday 10.00a.m. – 1.30p.m.

Prices: €5 per visit, €20 per month, €50 for 3 months or €120 per year.

Athletic Club

Athletic training on Friday evenings at 7pm at the football pitch.

Junior & Senior infants meet at the Community Hall.

Cycling Club

Club Spins for Members at 8am on Sundays from the Shambles.
If you know anyone interested in getting into cycling for beginners, Couch to the Giro continues at 9am on Saturdays from the Shambles, Ballycastle. All you need is a Bike (any), a Helmet and Motivation.

Irish Music classes

Children's Irish music classes in the old barracks, on Fridays from 5.30 to 7pm (beginners from 5pm). Contact 086-3016691.

Adult Irish music classes in Community Centre, Killala on Thursdays 7.30pm to 8.30pm.

Contact 086-3016691.

Irish Dancing classes

Irish dancing classes in St John's Hall. Beginners class 6.30-7.30pm, Advanced class 7.30-8.30pm.  Newcomers welcome. Contact 089494435/0860687342

Craft Shop

Craft Shop is located in the Resource Centre, Upper Main Street stocking goods by local craftworkers e.g. knitwear, crochet, handmade cards, wooden bowls, cushions, cot quilts, etc.

Ballycastle souvenir items e.g. candles, fridge magnets, keyrings, bookmarks, biros, teabag holders, St. Brigid's Crosses, Mayo Crystal and a range of other items.

Other Facilities available :

Tourist Information, Photocopying, Laminating, Typing.

Opening Hours:

Monday – Friday 10.00a.m. – 5.00p.m. (closed for lunch 1 – 2.00p.m.)

Community Hall

Monday : Bingo at 8.30p.m.

Tuesday: Indoor Soccer 5.30p.m. – 6.30p.m. for children aged 8 – 10years

Basketball for ages 10 – 14 from 6.30 – 7.30p.m.

Ladies basketball at 8.00p.m.

For all Hall bookings, contact Breda at 089-4607901

Church Notices

Mass Times:

Weekdays at 10.00a.m. (unless otherwise stated)

Saturday Vigil: 8.15p.m.

Sunday: 11.30a.m.

Masses this week:

Monday: Michael McNicolas

Tuesday 7.00p.m.: Tom & Monica Geraghty & Deceased Family

Wednesday: Mary Ann & Patrick Garvin & Bridget & Francis Healy

Wednesday 12.00noon: Funeral Mass for Breege Meyler

Thursday 7.00p.m.: Michael T. (Anniversary) & Mary Walsh

Friday : People of the Parish (Living and Dead)

Saturday 8.15p.m.: Paddy Joe, Josephine & Seán Loftus

Sunday 11.30a.m.: Johnny Tighe & Deceased Family Members

Eucharist Ministers:

Saturday: Kathleen Donnelly

Sunday: Tony D'Arcy

Readers:

Saturday: Caroline Nealon

Sunday: Jerome Chambers

Servers:

Saturday: Mia Tighe, Adam Clinton, Elise Touhill, Sam Kelly

Sunday: Caoimhe Tomas, Eoin McDonnell, Lorna Tomas, Óisin Flannery

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