Ramelton goes to the Movies
A Short documentary film entitled ‘Happy New Ear’ will have its first public screening in the Bridge Bar Ramelton this Thursday 26th at 8.30pm.
The film by local production company, Soft Irish Rain documents the journey into the hearing world of local fashion designer, Liam Grier who underwent cochlear implant surgery last year.
A voluntary collection on the night will benefit Ramelton Tidy Town’s committee. All welcome.
The film will be shown at the Trinity College Film Festival in Dublin in two weeks time.

Community Centre
Ramelton Community Centre is now taking bookings on the following number for hire of rooms for Birthday Parties, Meetings, Indoor Football, Fitness classes, Snooker, Cookery classes, etc. Text or call 086 724 04 95 for more details. 
Zumba class will continue in the Ramelton Community Centre every Thursday night 8-9pm, only €5!

Dave Gallaher Big Night out
The Dave Gallaher Society is holding a dance and raffle draw on Friday 27th January at Ramelton Town Hall. The Dave Gallaher exhibition will be on display and the draw will take place at 11.30pm. Music is by the fantastic Ben Reel Band, 9.00 - 12.30pm. There is a full Bar and it’s free to attend. Tickets are still available for the raffle and can be purchased from any Society member.

Charity Sale in Milford
There will be a Charity Sale in aid of the Donegal Hospice and St. Vincent De Paul held at Main Street, Milford, (Opp. McGettigan’s Butchers) on Friday 27th, Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th January from 12-6p.m. daily. Anyone with donations and items for sale please contact Kathleen Doherty on 086 2457070 (collection of items can also be arranged). Your support would be very much appreciated. 

2012 Panto
Rehearsals for the Ramelton Panto, Robinson Crusoe are now well advanced and the show takes the stage on Monday February 13th for its two weeks run. Again no stone is being left unturned down at the Town Hall to make sure that you will have a memorable night at the show. And if you would like to lend a hand, and we hope you can, then drop in for a chat and we are the only organisation in Donegal right now handing out jobs... There are vacancies in the chorus line and backstage and nobody will be turned away. And you don’t need any seafaring experience because you will learn on the job and you are guaranteed good working conditions and you will love the experience. 

Tennis
Under 16 Tennis Tournament.
The first Junior Tournament of 2012 at Ramelton T.C. will be held on Sunday 12 February. Entries, in advance only, to: Mary at 087 9773957. The entry fee is €5.00 per player and entries close at 6pm on Saturday 11th February. Times for first matches will be sent by text to all contestants.

Junior Tennis Coaching
The after school tennis coaching for Primary school children will recommence on Wednesday February 1st at Ramelton T.C. The fee for  5 one hour lessons is €20.00 per junior. Registration will take place from 3.15pm on that date and coaching commences at 3.30 for the younger group. The second group will begin at the usual time of 4.30pm. Contact Mary at 087 9773957 for further details.

Country Market
Ramelton Country Market this Friday in Letterkenny, 10.30-2.30, beside Greene’s, Market Square.  Saturday in Ramelton Town Hall, 11am-12.30 with a selection of home bakes (including gluten-free), freshly baked breads (including sour dough, focaccia etc ), savoury food, vegetarian food, organic fruit & veg, crafts, handmade soaps, flower arrangements, plants etc!  Tea Room will be open, so come along, shop and relax with a cuppa & a treat from our selection of cakes.  Don’t forget orders can be placed by contacting 0879699715. Like us on Facebook.

Care of the Aged
The Ramelton Care of the Aged committee are holding a Social night on Thurs 26th January at 7.30pm in the Robertson School. Everyone welcome.
The Ramelton Care of the Aged committee are having their AGM on Thurs Feb. 2nd at 7.30pm in the Robertson School. Everyone welcome.

Ramelton Tidy Towns
Dog Litter
Free dog litter bags are available at Kevin McFadden’s shop and from the CE scheme office for the proper disposal of dog litter. The Ramelton Tidy Towns wish to thank Hairy Hounds for the sponsorship of two dog litter bins which are located along the Shore Road and the Lower Mall. It would be appreciated if all dog owners walking their dogs around the town could avail of these services.

Tidy Towns Support
There is a lot of work going on at the moment in the town and all offers of sponsorship for trees, plants, summer seats, flower boxes, place signs, etc will be gratefully accepted.

Immanuel Retreat Centre
Forthcoming events at the Immanuel Christian Retreat Centre, Orchard House, Aughnish, Ramelton include
Dinner with Friends on Saturday 21st January 7.30 for 8.00pm. Booking is essential
There will be a ‘Quiet Afternoon’ on Saturday 28th January 2-4pm with tea and theres no charge and everyone is welcome. For further details or booking contact Sue or Harry Grier on 9152534.