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A
BALLYCASTLE RAMBLE
By
Lewis Keating
Standing
on Downpatrick head, on a sacred evening like this,
the sea is almost completely calm, only rippled by the gentlest
kiss.
So hard to imagine this placid sea, where the rising moonbeam
shines,
can
rise to raging tempest like a million roaring lions.
I quietly leave the twilight head and continue on my rambles,
the crows are flying in little groups to their roost above
the shambles.
Ballycastle is like a Christmas card at this darkening hour
of day,
the smoke of starting fires and the house lights along the
way.
I see the lighted windows in each snug and warm abode,
from Killerduff in the distance to the homes on Killala road.
It reminded me of olden customs when each window had candle
light,
to
guide St Joseph and Mary on the first holy Christmas night.
I can still make out the rugged cliffs with their jagged rocks
serrated along to the beautiful beach
where
the Ballinglen is consummated.
The street is steep and still now, the church is dark and
quiet,
the street lights change from red to yellow to dispel the
dark of night.
I see lovely landscape paintings as I look through the gallery
glass
there`s
smokers outside Healys and Katies, they salute me as I pass.
I am weary now from walking and I fancy a creamy jar
I`ll start with a nice hot toddy in Mc Namee`s tramps bar.
Ballycastle
Christmas Experience
On
Saturday 10th December from 5pm to 7pm, the first ever Ballycastle
Christmas experience will be held in the Shambles, a celebration
of the spirit of Christmas in a stunning setting - Santa and
Mrs Claus in their grotto, the elves in their workshop, a
living crib with real animals, live music and other entertainment,
food and drink for every taste. Ballycastle Christmas experience
promises a fantastic evening out for the whole family.
Carol
Service
Carol
Service in St. John's Church on Sunday 4th December at 8.00p.m.
with tea and cake after in St. John's Hall. All are welcome.
Christmas
Fair
Thank
you to all who supported and to all who helped in any way
with the Christmas Fair last weekend.
Raffle
winners were:
1st
: Willow , Hilltop House
2nd
: Arlene Tomas
3rd
: Marion Galt
4th
: Catherine Scott
5th
: P. J. Gillespie
Winner
of the Bottle of Brandy: Michelle Carroll
Lotto
Jackpot €18,000
No's
drawn on 28th November were: 5. 11. 18. 25. No Jackpot winner.
Next
draw in Katie Macs.
Five
Envelopes drawn:
Mary
Murphy, Hillcrest, Killala
Margaret
Walsh, Glenurla
Tom
& Anne Carey, Doonfeeney
Michael
Kelly, Carrowcubic
Ray
Langan, Ballyknock
Tickets
can be purchased at: John Burkes, Healy's Bar, Post Office,
Katie Macs and Craft Shop.
Recent
Deaths
Sympathy
is extended to the family, relatives and friends of Madeline
Connolly, Dalkey (Sister-in-law of Una Connolly, Suífinn
Way).
Sympathy
is also extended to the family, relatives and friends of Breege
McManamon, Dublin (Aunt of Eileen McHale, Belderrig).
May
they rest in peace.
G.A.A.
50/50
draw
Congratulations
to Albert McHale winner of last week's 50/50 draw (€213).
Chairde
Baile an Chaisil
Chairde
Baile an Chaisil now available. Contact Eilis Ormsby on 0877936942
or Martin Tighe on 0863957586 for more details.
Baile
an Chaisil CC
Now
in its 4th year, the Baile an Chaisil Christmas cycle takes
place on 1st January at 12 noon. This year's chosen cause
is St. John's Hall.
Starting from St John's Hall we have a 36km and a 12km family
cycle. What better way to burn off the excess of the Holiday
season than taking to the roads of beautiful North Mayo. Refreshments
after in St John's Hall. Donations welcome.
Turbo
training on Wednesdays at 8:30 pm in the Hall. Beginners welcome.
Pilates
Anybody
interested in joining Pilates classes in Ballycastle Hall
please contact Kathleen Boyle at 086-0667192.
Bingo
Bingo
in the Community Hall on Monday 5th December at 8.30p.m. Guaranteed
Jackpot of €300.
Exercise
Group
Exercise
Group continues on Tuesdays in Suífinn Centre at 1.00p.m.
until further notice.
New
members welcome.
Ballinglen
Gallery
Exhibition
by Keith Wilson RUA - "Being Here" in the
Ballinglen Gallery runs until January 27th 2017.
Irish
Music classes
Maria's music
classes in the Community Hall, Ballycastle on Friday
evenings from 5pm to 6.30pm. Contact 086 3016691.
Adult
Irish music classes in Killala Community Centre on Thursday
nights from 8pm to 9pm. Contact 086 3016691.
Athletic
Club
Athletic
Training on Mondays (Church car park) at 6.30p.m. and on Fridays
(Community Hall) at 6.30pm
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.
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:
Peter Sweeney
Tuesday:
Paul Doherty
Wednesday:
Maggie & Michael Ruane & Pat (Anniversary)
Thursday:
Breege Meyler
Friday
8.00p.m.: Ellen & Ann Langan. Padre Pio Novena
Saturday
12.00noon: Peter Harrison (Month's Mind)
Saturday
8.15p.m.: Michael McLean (Anniversary)
Sunday
11.30a.m.: Mickey Joe McHale (Anniversary)
& Deceased Family Members
Eucharist
Ministers:
Saturday:
Kathleen Donnelly
Sunday:
As arranged
Readers:
Saturday:
Cauleen Barrett
Sunday:
John Busby
Servers:
Saturday:
Tony & Keith Carden
Sunday:
Katelin O'Donnell, Nathan Doherty
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