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

Confirmation

Congratulations to the following children who were Confirmed in St. Bridget's Church, Ballycastle on Sunday 28th April:

Liam Óg Barrett, Tara Earley, Gráinne Flannery, Katelyn Healy, Shauna Healy, Phelim Healy,

Gerry Healy, Siofra Healy, Eimear Keigher, Dean Kelly, Maria Maughan, Shane Maughan,

Niamh McAndrew, Conor McHale, Ciarán Murphy, Kevin Scott, Carrie Stadler, Ciara Sweeney, Michael Tighe, Conor Tomas, Christopher Walsh.

Holy Communion

First Holy Communion in St. Bridget's Church, Ballycastle on Sunday 12th May at 11.30a.m. Mass.

‘Kiddies Korner'

Ballycastle ‘Kiddies Korner' Playschool will hold its AGM on Friday 17th May at 8.00p.m. in the Playschool. All welcome.

‘Kiddies Korner' Playschool will hold a parents information evening on Friday 31st May at 8.00p.m. for parents of children attending the service in September 2013.

Bring and Buy Sale

Bring and Buy Sale in St John's Hall, Ballycastle on Saturday 11th May at 7.30 pm.

All proceeds go to building a Girl's School in Malawi . Please support.

Lotto

No's drawn on 27th April were: 8. 12. 23. 28. No Jackpot winner. Jackpot now stands at €5,300. Next draw in McNamees.

Five Envelopes drawn:

Chris Murphy, Annaghbeg

John Kennedy, Shanaghy

P.J. & Caitriona Gillespie, Ballina

E. Scott, Healy's Pub

John McLoughlin, Moyne, Killala

G.A.A.

Result:

Senior Football League Div 1D : Ballycastle: 0 – 17; Charlestown Sarsfields: 0 – 4.

Fixture:

Senior Football League Div 1D: Bohola Moy Davitts v Ballycastle on Saturday 4th May at 6.00p.m.

Membership:
Membership may still be given to committee members. Family membership €40; Adult €25; Youth €10; OAP €10; Student €10. Membership cards will be available from club officers.

Meeting

Seaview Residents meeting in the Community Hall on Thursday 2nd May at 8.30p.m.

Day Trip to Lough Derg

A coach will travel to Lough Derg for a day trip on Sunday 26th May.

For Bookings and Details, Contact Mary McGrath, McGrath Coaches at 097 87842.

Water Safety

Water Safety – one week only – commencing on July 29th at Lacken Pier. All enquiries to Anne at 096 – 43180.

Craft Shop

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

Also, Paintings by local artists, Mayo Crystal and a range of other items.

Other Facilities available :

Tourist Information, Fax, Laminating, Photocopying, Typing.

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

Art

Paintings by Ballycastle Art Group are on display in the Resource Centre Art Gallery , Ballycastle. Open Monday – Friday 10.00a.m. – 5.00p.m.    E-mail: ballycastleart@gmail.com

Community Alert

People 65years and over wishing to avail of monitored pendant alarms, please contact Joe Gardiner 086-8453067 or Caroline Stadler 086-3974408 as Application Forms are now available.

Classes

Art Class on Mondays at 7.00p.m. in Suífinn Way Centre.

Set Dancing class on Wednesdays at 9pm. in St. John's Hall.

Music classes in St John's Hall on Saturdays 11.00a.m. – 12.30p.m..

Irish Dancing classes continue every Monday and Thursday, in St John's Hall, Ballycastle from 5pm till 6.30pm. New members are always welcome. Children can start from age 3 up.

Library

Library is now located in the VEC Building (former Secondary School) and is open on Wednesdays from 9.30a.m. – 4.00p.m.

Outdoor Gym

The new outdoor fitness gym in Suífinn Way Estate is open to anybody over the age of 50. The equipment is clearly marked with instructions on how to use each individual piece.

For further information contact Suífinn Way Centre:

Phone No: 096-43848

Email: suifinnway2010@gmail.com

Website: www.ballycastlevoluntaryhousing.com

Exercise Club

Exercise Club meet each Tuesday at 11.00a.m. in Daycare Centre, Suífinn Way .

New members welcome.

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Home Care Service

Home care help available to the elderly and convalescent in the Ballycastle and surrounding areas. Interested persons can contact Josephine on 086-0579023, for details and arrangement.

Community Hall

Monday : Bingo at 9.00p.m.

Thursday : Basketball for girls & boys 8 – 10yrs from 5.30p.m. – 6.30p.m. and for girls & boys 10yrs and over from 6.30p.m. – 7.30p.m. €2 per child.

Adult Basketball at 8.00p.m. Contact Barry at 096-43863.

Anyone wishing to book the Hall for meetings or activities, contact Breda McNulty at 089-4607901

Church Notices

Mass Times:

Weekdays at 10.00a.m.

Saturday Vigil: 8.15p.m.

Sunday: 11.30a.m.

Masses this week:

Monday 10.00a.m.: People of the Parish

Tuesday: No Mass

Wednesday 7.00p.m.: Nora & Martin Connor (Heathfield)

Thursday 7.00p.m.: Josie Connor & James Killeen

Friday 8.00p.m.: Padre Pio Novena . Gerry & Emma, Vincent & Mary Healy

Saturday 1.00p.m.: Fred Hammond (2 nd Anniversary)

Saturday Vigil 8.15p.m.: Jack McBrien

Sunday 11.30a.m.: John (Anniversary) & Bridgie Collins

Eucharist Ministers:

Saturday Vigil: Eileen Grier

Sunday 11.30a.m.: Seamus O'Connor

Readers:

Saturday Vigil: Caroline Nealon

Sunday 11.30a.m.: Florrie McBrien

Servers:

Saturday Vigil: Gráinne Flannery, David Doherty

Sunday : Maria Maughan, Leah Munnelly

Adoration:

7.00p.m.: Breda McNulty, Breda O'Toole

7.30p.m.: Susan Tighe, Peggy Tighe

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