Ramelton-Scottish Wedding
St. Joseph's Church in Helensborough Glasgow was the setting for the weekend wedding of Conor Cavanagh son of PJ and Bried and Fiona Morton whose aunt Sheila Friel resides at Aughanurson Milford. The Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr. Peter Lennon. The bridesmaids were Aileen Morton, Catriona Morton, Aisling Cavanagh, Kate Adoo. The best man was Pearse McDaid and groomsmen were Gary and Lorcan Cavanagh and Andrew Morton. The readers were Paul Cavanagh, Ellen Morton, Eilis Toland and Lisa Scott. The communion gifts were brought to the Altar by Bried Cavanagh and Sheila Benwith. Flautist was Eimear Cavanagh; Organist was Mary McKenzie and the Soloist was Julie Millier. Friends of both families traveled over to Scotland from Ramelton and Milford and the newly wed couple is wished health and happiness in their new life.
Glenleary Charity Horse and Pony ride
Sunday September 26th sees a fundraising ‘rideout' in aid of Bothair and the day is being organised by the Glenleary Stables at Ramelton. The horses will leave Hillsborough Farm at noon and will return there later in the afternoon and your support is needed and encouraged. This promises to be a day with a real difference and a run out for all the family. Further details on the phone from 086 1702357.
Flight of the Earls Walk
Sunday week will see the last stage of the Flight of the Earls charity walk in Ireland and all walkers are asked to be in attendance at the Town Hall in Ramelton at 10.00-am. Registration will continue until the walker set out on the road to Rathmullan at 10.30 and a good crowd will be appreciated.
Donncha O'Dulaing will officiate at the Town Hall and later in Rathmullan during which he will be recording pieces for his Saturday ‘Failte Isteach'. The walk is in aid of the Irish Wheelchair Association and later in September the walk will follow in the footsteps of the Earls as the set foot in France and heading to Rome where they will visit the Vatican.
Junior Tennis Coaching
A 5 week course of tennis lessons at Ramelton Tennis Club for Primary School pupils will begin on Wednesday 8th September. As before the lessons run for one hour starting at 3.30. The fee for the course is €20.00. Registration will take place at the courts on Wednesday 8th from 3.15 and coaching will commence at 3.30. For further details contact Mary on 087 9773957
Under 18 Tennis
The second Sunday of each month is a junior day at Ramelton Tennis Club and an U18 girls and boys singles tournament will take place on Sunday 12th. Entries, in advance only, to Mary by phonecall or text on 087 9773957. Entry fee €5.00 per player. Entries will close on Friday 10th at 9pm.
Ramelton Market
Come along to the Country Market in the Town Hall, Ramelton every Saturday, 11am-12.30pm. We have a great selection of home baking, preserves, locally grown plants and flowers, crafts, greeting cards, chocolates, local produce including a good range of organic vegetables and a delicious selection of pre prepared meals to take home. Our tearoom is open every week serving a cream tea for only €2 per person.
Creative Writing Workshops
Creative Writing Workshops by Denise Blake, Carn Lodge, Ramelton will commence this month.
Memoir Writing on Monday nights from 7:30 - 9:30 for a duration of 6 weeks starting on Monday Sept. 13th and they cost €120.
Creative Writing on Wednesday nights from 7:30-9:30 also for 6 weeks starting on Wednesday Sept. 15th at a cost of €120.
Participants may consider themselves novices, or may have been writing for some time. Denise's workshops offer an opportunity to write and share their work in a safe, comfortable environment and in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
Previous participants said they felt encouraged and challenged to write creatively, and have continued with their work after the end of their course.
Denise Blake's second collection of poetry. How to Spin Without Getting Dizzy was just published by Summer Palace Press. For further information : denise@donegal.net or 087-6486079 or www.deniseblake.com
Ramelton Community Youth Project
Guitar Lessons will resume on Monday 6th September, Beginners Class 6.30pm – 7.10pm, Intermediate 7.10pm to 7.50pm, Advanced 7.55pm -8.35pm. Cost is €3 per session, plus €10 euro registration fee which can be paid on the first session.
Homework Club for St. Mary's N.S. and Ayr Hill will resume on Wednesday 16th of September from 3pm 4.30pm, Brownknowe and Cashelshanaghan N.S. on Thursday 17th September 3pm-4.30pm. Registration will take place on Thursday 9th and Friday 10th 6-7pm at the Youth Project in the Ramelton Community Centre. Places are limited this year so it is advised to register on one of the above dates to secure a place for your child.
Grinds will be available for Leaving Cert Students shortly; subjects will be Irish, Maths and French in Ordinary and Higher Level, for more information on any of the above please contact 0749151667.
Gymnastics
Gymnastics classes are to re-start in the Ramelton Community Centre on Tuesday 7th of September. 4:30pm-6:00pm. Registration on the day. Minimum age 5yrs.
PILGRIMAGE
The SVP Annual Pilgrimage to Knock is on Sat 11th Sept. Bus leaving Dunfanaghy 7.30am traveling via Creeslough, Kilmacrennan, Milford, Ramelton & Letterkenny. The cost is €45 includes bus fare, breakfast & evening meal on return journey. Booking or further details may be had by ringing Eddie Shiels @ the Regional office on 074-9173933 or 087-7909210.
Pilates
New Pilates Classes starting in September in the Ramelton Town Hall Mon 6th Sept 7.00pm Pilates Circle Classes 8.30pm Pilates Beginners Class. Rossnakill Activity Center Thurs 9th Sept 7.00pm Pilates Beginners Class 8.30pm Pilates Circle Class. For Bookings or information phone Orlagh Dunne 087 2819746.
Death
Deepest sympathy is extended to Packy Crerand, on the recent death of his wife Margaret Crerand, Aughnagaddy, Ramelton, devoted mother to son Patrick and daughter Tina Crerand. Service of remembrance and burial of ashes will take place in St. Mary's Church, Ramelton at 6.00p.m. on Monday 6th September. All welcome.
Engagement
Congratulations to Karen Stevenson, Ramelton and John Porter, Lifford on their engagement.
Thanks
Bill Quigley of the Ramelton Betting Office wishes to thank everyone for their support over the years and he has now ceased his business in the town.
Swilly Rovers
The senior team defeated Drumkeen on Thursday night last by two goals to one, which was new managers Jonathon Minnock's first match in charge.
The first division team will play in the Cup on this Thursday against Kildrum Tigers in Swilly Park at 6.45p.m.
Last week's sellers prize in the Swilly Rovers Lotto was won Mark Duffy. The €70 prize was shared between Ian Shields, Gerard Sheridan, Ciaran McGroarty and Kathleen Toland. Lucky Number winners were John Coyle, Eileen Boyce, Dermot Sweeney, Anne Brady, Noreen Durning and Cillian Boyce. The winning numbers were 4,8,17, 19 and the bonus number was 3. Jackpot this week is €3580.
The under 12 girls took part in county blitz last weekend playing very well losing out in the semi final, Emma Toye won player of the tournament.
St. Mary's Church Silver Circle
The St. Mary's Church annual Silver Circle will take place over the next couple of months. More details later.
Tidy Towns Draw
The Tidy Towns have tickets for a draw in circulation and the draw will take place on Friday 17th September. All tickets sold are to be dropped into Kevin McFadden's Shop before Thursday 16th September.
Community Games
Congratulations to Ramelton athletes who recently participated in the Community Games National Finals in Athlone. The boys U-14 relay team of Shane Irwin, Vinnie Pyper, Jordan Hewitt and Luke Trearty progressed to the semi-final of their event. Fionn Robinson progressed to the final of the boys U-10 100 metres where he came fifth. The team manager was John Irwin who trained all the athletes in the run up to the games.
Thanks to all who were involved in community games training this year, to the parents who supported and most especially to all the children who trained and competed.
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