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Sunday 28 December 2008

Newsletter - Sunday 28th December 2008

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 27th 8pm: Tom Duignan, Clonellan
Sunday 28th 10am: Tom, Jim & Lily Hynes, Johnstown
Tuesday 30th 11am: Tommy Harney, Curraghaleen
Wednesday 31st 11am: Mary & Patrick Lennon, Ardkeenan
Thursday 1st 11am: Mass
Friday 2nd 11am: Mass
Saturday 3rd 8pm: Colm Kennedy and grandparents Bill & Mamie, Johnstown
Sunday 4th 10am: Paddy Nicholson, Kilmacormack

Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 28th 11am: Margaret Shine, Drumlosh
Sunday 4th 11am: Johnny & Nora Halligan

Thank You
Well done to Drum Community Care, Drum Choir and all who helped make the recent Senior Citizens party such a wonderful success. The whole community appreciate greatly and applaud the tremendous work you do.

Thank You
A special word of thanks to all the members of St. Peter's Folk Group who organised a recent fund-raiser night out for the Church Maintenance Fund. A total of €1,650 was raised. Your hard work is very much appreciated.

Christmas Pantomine
Dean Crowe Theatre presents "Mother Goose" Christmas pantomine on Thursday 1st, Friday 2nd & Saturday 3rd January 2009. For bookings call 090-6492129.

Important Notice from An Garda Síochána
Due to changing of Garda Divisional Boundaries and the creation of the new Roscommon/Longford Division, from the 1st of January 2009 the new Headquarters for Clonark Station will be Roscommon Garda Station (telephone no. 090-6638300). In the event of an emergency always dial 999.

St. Joseph's College Open Day & Enrolment
First year open day and enrolment for St. Joseph's College, Summerhill, Athlone will take place on Tuesday 13th January 2009 from 6.30-9pm. Enrolment anytime by appointment. For further information contact the Principal, Mary Fahy, at 090-6492383.

Wednesday 24 December 2008

Important Notice from An Garda Síochána

Due to changing of Garda Divisional Boundaries and the creation of the new Roscommon/Longford Division, from the 1st of January 2009 the new Headquarters for Clonark Station will be Roscommon Garda Station (telephone no. 090-6638300). In the event of an emergency always dial 999.

Athlone District will for the most part be unaffected by the changes in Garda Divisional Boundaries. There will however be a number of exceptions.

The following townlands of Athlone West Rural Electoral District (County Roscommon) will continue to be policed by Athlone Station:
Barry Beg, BarryMore, Bellanamullia, Bellaugh, Big Meadow, Bogganfin, Bunnaribba, Canal & Banks, Cartron, Cloonkille, Cloongowna, Corramore, Cuileen, Doovogue, Kilnamanagh, Monksland, Ranalagh, River Shannon, Hodson Bay.

The following townlands, which were previously policed by Athlone Garda Station, will transfer to Roscommon Garda district, under the Clonark Station Sub-District:
  • Carricknaghtan
  • Carrickynaghtan & Garrynagawna Bog
  • Crannagh
  • Crannagh Beg
  • Crannagh More
  • Garrynagawna
  • Wrens Island
Please refer to your local Garda Station for further information in relation to these changes.
Athlone Garda Station - 090 6498550
Roscommon Garda Station - 090 66800
Clonark Garda Station - 090 647102

Tuesday 23 December 2008

Christmas Greetings from Drum

Christmas Greetings
My dear friends,

As Christmas approaches, I send warm greetings to everyone in the parish and to family members living elsewhere in Ireland or overseas. Once again, together we look forward to welcoming Christ the light of the world.

This sense of sharing the light of Christ is the inspiration behind this gift of a candle. The lighting of a candle and the sharing of a prayer around it on Christmas Eve is a beautiful way of expressing the hope, the welcome and the unity that Christ brings.

In a society that too often leaves people feeling isolated and excluded, the need to offer a word of encouragement and invitation was never more important. I hope that the simple gift of a candle will be a sign of support and solidarity, particularly if your experience of Christmas is a difficult one.

in every gesture of welcome, every encounter, every act of friendship, we meet the Lord himself. In reaching out to newcomers to the Parish, to the young and to those who do not have close contact with the Church, we are welcoming Christ in a special way into our lives. This Christmas, may we see Christ in one another and discover the fullness of his love for us all.

Fr. Ray
A Word of Gratitude
At this time of year we exchange gifts and presents as a sign of appreciation for one another. It is time to say "thanks". I take this opportunity to thank most sincerely all who contribute to the life of the parish.

Many people in various ways,give of themselves to help meet the needs of our parish. I am truly grateful to the individuals and groups that fulfil any role in the Church and the community:-
Sacristan, Parish Secretaries, Caretaker, FÁS Supervisor, Altar Society, Choir, Readers, Eucharistic Ministers, Altar Servers, Area Collectors/Distributors and School Staff - Teachers, Secretaries, Caretakers and may more who help our children.

I applaud all the voluntary groups responding to the needs of our community. Keep up the good work and thanks to all once again.

Fr. Ray
Some interesting facts about our Church
In 2008, we had
  • 35 Baptisms
  • 49 First Communicants
  • 36 Confirmations
  • 15 Marriages
  • 18 Funerals
We have over 700 households in the Drum area.

Christmas Schedule for Drum
  • Christmas Eve - Wednesday 24th December - Vigil Mass at 9pm
  • Christmas Day - Thursday 25th December - Masses at 10am and 12 noon.
  • St. Stephen's Day - Friday 26th December - Mass at 11am
  • Saturday 27th - Vigil Mass at 8pm
  • Sunday 28th - Mass at 10am
  • Tuesday 30th - Mass at 11am
  • Wednesday 31st - Mass at 11am
  • Thursday 1st - Mass at 11am
  • Friday 2nd - Mass at 11am
A Candle in the Window
Lighting a candle on Christmas Eve and placing it in the window of the home is an ancient Irish tradition. It is a special moment when the family can gather around and offer a prayer together. The custom is for the youngest member of the family to be given the honour of lighting the candle.

Placing a candle in the window signifies a willingness to light the way to Bethlehem. The hopeful glow in so many windows in the towns and townlands where we live is always an uplifting scene on Christmas Eve.

The candle in the window connects us with a great tradition of hospitality that is both spiritual and practical. Christ was the unknown guest that could arrive in any form or guise. In Penal times, a candle in the window was a signal to any priest seeking shelter and protection that he was welcome in that house and it was safe to say Mass there.

In modern times, the candle that was placed in the window in Áras an Uachtaráin symbolised a remembrance of all those away from home, along with asking the Lord's protection on family and friends who have emigrated, we also offer a prayer for those newly arrived to our parish from overseas and from elsewhere in the country.
Safety warning: Candles should be placed in a suitable container on a level, heat-resistant surface, away from draughts, flammable objects, children and pets. Do not move or leave unattended when lit.

Sunday 21 December 2008

Newsletter - Sunday 21st December 2008

Fourth Sunday of Advent

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 20th 8pm: Michael Harney, Cannagh
Sunday 21st 10am: Thomas & Elizabeth Lennon, Creggane
Monday 22nd 7pm: Tommy Duignan, Clonellan
Tuesday 23rd 10am: Eileen Murray, Crannaghmore
Wednesday 24th 9pm: Christmas Eve Vigil Mass
Thursday 25th 10am: Christmas Morning Mass
Thursday 25th 12 noon: Christmas Day Mass
Friday 26th 11am: Thomas & Winifred Higgins
Saturday 27th 8pm: Tom Duignan, Clonellan
Sunday 28th 10am: Tom, Jim & Lily Hynes, Johnstown

Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 21st 11am: Johnny Shine, Curnaboll
Wednesday 24th 9pm: Christmas Eve Vigil Mass
Thursday 25th 11am: Christmas Day Mass

Rest In Peace
Maunie (Maureen) Shine, Ballinasloe & formerly Drumlosh
Doddie (Josephine) Hannon, sister of Joe Noone, Summerhill and mother of Nancy Hannon, Summerhill
May they rest in peace

Charity Match
The Annual Clann na nGael Married v Singles football match in aid of St. Hilda's Services, Athlone will take place on St. Stephen's Day in Johnstown, starting at 1.30pm. The game will be followed by music and refreshments in the Clubhouse. A great family day out in support of a good cause.

Christmas Pantomine
Dean Crowe Theatre presents "Mother Goose" Christmas pantomine on Thursdat 1st, Friday 2nd & Saturday 3rd January 2009. For bookings call 090-6492129.

Christmas Concert
In St. Mary's Church, Athlone on Sunday 21st December at 8pm. Presented by Athlone Choral Society with special guests. Proceeds go to help Athlone Branch of St. Vincent de Paul. Tickets €10 with concessions €8 available from St. Mary's presbytery.

Samaritans Fundraiser
Volunteers are needed for bag-packing in Tesco, Golden Island on Tuesday 23rd December from 10am-10pm. Could you or a member of your family help for one hour? Contact Deirdre on 086-8576920 or turn up on the day.

Thank You
Drum Bingo committee wish to thank most sincerely all those who came to the annual Christmas Bingo on Friday night last, 19th of December. It was a great success, and almost €2,500 worth of prizes were given away on the night. We also want to thank all those who supported us throughout the year. We wish you a peaceful Christmas and a happy new year. Our next bingo will be on Friday 2nd of January and we look forward to seeing you all then for the first bingo of 2009.

Thank You
Drum Community Centre wishes to thank most sincerely all those who supported the centre during 2008. We wish you all a very happy and peaceful Christmas, and look forward to your continued support in 2009.

Sunday 14 December 2008

Newsletter - Sunday 14th December 2008

Third Sunday of Advent

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 13th 8pm: Anna-May Bruce
Sunday 14th 10am: Mary Glynn, Crannaghmore
Tuesday 16th 7.30pm: Penitential Rite in Ss. Peter & Paul's Church
Wednesday 17th 7pm: Tommy & Kathleen Lennon, Clonbulia
Thursday 18th 7pm: Annie & Brian Dolan, Lisdillure
Friday 19th 7pm: Mary, P.J. & Lar Watson, Taduff
Saturday 20th 12 noon: Jim Nugent, Summerhill (Month's mind)
Saturday 20th 8pm: Michael Harney, Cannagh
Sunday 21st 10am: Thomas & Elizabeth Lennon, Creggane

Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 14th 11am: Ned & Catherine Shine
Sunday 21st 11am: Johnny Shine, Curnaboll

Rest In Peace
Mike Dolan, Rockfield, Drum
May they rest in peace

Drum Senior Citizens Christmas Party
On Sunday 14th December in the Athlone Springs Hotel, Monksland. Beginning with Mass at 5pm. All senior members of the Drum area are invited.

Ss. Peter & Paul's Church Maintenance Fund - Night Out
In the Shamrock Lodge Hotel on Monday 15th December at 9pm. Christmas Carols with Ss. Peter & Paul's Folk Group, Liz Fletcher, Ailish McCormack, Leah Fletcher. Dancing to Brian Sullivan & Aidan Higgins Disco. Admission €5. Raffles and spot prizes! Please support.

Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Church Gate Collection in Drum on Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th December at Drum Church.

Penitential Rite
Including confessions in preparation for Christmas will be held on Tuesday 16th December at 7.30pm. A number of priests will be available for confessions.

Christmas Envelopes & Parish Calendars
Will be distributed next week by your local area distributor/collector. The parish wish to thank most sincerely all the area distributors for their help throughout the year and wish you & your families a very happy Christmas and a peaceful new year.

Christmas Fair in Cornafulla N.S.
The pupils and staff of Cornafulla N.S. will host their AnnualChristmas Fair in the school on Friday 19th December. The event is ahighlight of the school year and as in previous years the support ofparents and friends and the local community would be much appreciated.The charities to benefit this year will be Drum Community Care, St.Vincent de Paul, Sr. Lena Harney and Sr. Helena McEvilly.

Drum Christmas Bingo
The annual Drum Christmas Bingo will be held on Friday 19th of December. Along with all the usual cash prizes, we'll be giving away almost €500 in extra cash prizes. With over 60 chances to win on the night and prizes from €20 to €650, there's plenty of chances to win. And of course we'll also have the monster raffle with two luxurious hampers worth over €100 each, along with other prizes to be won. Doors open at 8pm, game starts at 8.30pm. It's usually a busy night so come early to get your seat! Looking forward to seeing you then. Find out more on drum.ie/bingo

Big Christmas Bingo
On Sunday 14th and Sunday 21st December in St. Mary's Hall & Dean Crowe Theatre. €5,000 in prize money and Christmas spot prizes to be won over three weeks.

Passionfriut Theatre Presents
Karl Spain - Sunday 14th December at 8.30pm
Tony Callanan (ex. Stockton's Wing) - Friday 19th December at 8.30pm
Enquiries to 086-3338457

Christmas Pantomine
Dean Crowe Theatre presents "Mother Goose" Christmas pantomine on Thursdat 1st, Friday 2nd & Saturday 3rd January 2009. For bookings call 090-6492129.

Carol Service
Athlone Methodist Church, Northgate Street warmly invite you to come along and participate in the Carol Service on Thursday 18th December at 7.30pm. The collection will be in aid of St. Hilda's Services, Athlone.

Christmas Concert
In St. Mary's Church, Athlon on Sunday 21st December at 8pm. Presented by Athlone Choral Society with special guests. Proceeds go to help Athlone Branch of St. Vincent de Paul. Tickets €10 with concessions €8 available from St. Mary's presbytery.

Samaritans Fundraiser
Volunteers are needed for bag-packing in Tesco, Golden Island on Tuesday 23rd December from 10am-10pm. Could you or a member of your family help for one hour? Contact Deirdre on 086-8576920 or turn up on the day.

Garda Drop-In Station
In Monksland Community Centre every Tuesday evening from 7-9pm.

Broadband
The Cornafulla exchange has now been upgraded to be broadband enabled so many people in the Drum area should now be able to get connected to broadband through their phone line.

Saturday 13 December 2008

Christmas Fair in Cornafulla N.S.

The pupils and staff of Cornafulla N.S.will host their Annual
Christmas Fair in the school on Friday 19th December. The event is a
highlight of the school year and as in previous years the support of
parents and friends and the local community would be much appreciated.
The charities to benefit this year will be Drum Community Care, St.
Vincent de Paul, Sr. Lena Harney and Sr. Helena McEvilly.

Thursday 11 December 2008

Christmas Bingo

The annual Drum Christmas Bingo will be held on Friday 19th of December. Along with all the usual cash prizes, we'll be giving away almost €500 in extra cash prizes. With over 60 chances to win on the night and prizes from €20 to €650, there's plenty of chances to win. And of course we'll also have the monster raffle with two luxurious hampers worth over €100 each, along with other prizes to be won. Doors open at 8pm, game starts at 8.30pm. It's usually a busy night so come early to get your seat!

Looking forward to seeing you then.

Find out more on drum.ie/bingo

Cornafulla now broadband enabled

We have learned that as of Wednesday 10 December 2008 the Cornafulla telephone exchange has been broadband enabled so many people in the Drum area should now be able to get connected to broadband through their phone line. This is a welcome development and an impotrant piece of infrastructure. Sales representatives from some of the telecom companies have already visited homes in the area trying to attract customers. Independent price comparisons are available on the Communications Regulator's website at www.callcosts.ie

Fwd: Invitation to the Launch of the Left Bank Mall, Pearse Street, Athlone




Damien & Deirdre Kelly cordially invite you to attend the official opening of

the Left Bank Mall, Pearse Street, Athlone

by An Taoiseach Brian Cowen

on Thursday 18th December at 10.45am

RSVP: info@eventtailoring.ie or Tel: 087 948 0007

Sunday 7 December 2008

Newsletter - Sunday 7th December 2008

Second Sunday of Advent

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 6th 8pm: Patrick & Delia Moore, Meehanbee
Sunday 7th 10am: Johnny Harney, Crannagh
Monday 8th 10am: Feast of the Immaculate Conception
Tuesday 9th 10am: School Confession in Drum Church
Tuesday 9th 7pm: Martin & Nancy Mulvey, Johnstown
Wednesday 10th 7pm: Kathleen Brennan, Clonark
Thursday 11th 7pm: John O'Neill
Friday 12th 7pm: Paddy & Elizabeth Halligan, Crannaghbeg
Saturday 13th 8pm: Anna-May Bruce
Sunday 14th 10am: Mary Glynn, Crannaghmore

Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 7th 11am: Fr. Michael Dunning
Sunday 14th 11am: Ned & Catherine Shine

Rest In Peace
Patrick (Paddy) O'Brien, Carricknaughton, Clonown
Fr. Hubert Murray, New Inn and late of Connaight Street
May they rest in peace

Drum Senior Citizens Christmas Party
On Sunday 14th December in the Athlone Springs Hotel, Monksland. Beginning with Mass at 5pm. All senior members of the Drum area are invited.

Ss. Peter & Paul's Church Maintenance Fund - Night Out
In the Shamrock Lodge Hotel on Monday 15th December at 9pm. Christmas Carols with Ss. Peter & Paul's Folk Group, Liz Fletcher, Ailish McCormack, Leah Fletcher. Dancing to Brian Sullivan & Aidan Higgins Disco. Admission €5. Raffles and spot prizes! Please support.

Garda Drop-In Station
In Monksland Community Centre every Tuesday evening from 7-9pm.

Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Annual appeal on Friday 12th, Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th December. In Athlone, volunteers will be out in the streets/shopping centres/stores with flags. Church Gate collection will take place on 13/14th December. Due to increased number of calls for assistance, the public are asked to dig deep -Every donation makes a difference.

'Shine A Light' Christmas Cards
Proceeds go to Mayo/Roscommon Hospice Foundation. Cards available from P.J. O'Brien 086-8758483. Please support.

Barnardos Child & Family Centre
Would like to invite you to a Mince Pie & Coffee morning on Wednesday 10th December from 10am-12pm at 6 Battery Heights, Athlone.

Ceili & Barn Dancing Classes
The classes continue upstairs in Drum Community Centre every Thursday night from 8.30-10.30pm (access via the left side of the centre). Everybody welcome, no partner necessary

Adult Art Classes
Every Monday from 10.30am to 12.30pm in Drum Community Centre. €10 including tea/coffee. All are welcome. For more details contact Jacqui at 087-9020891.

Big Christmas Bingo
On Sunday 7th, Sunday 14th and Sunday 21st December in St. Mary's Hall & Dean Crowe Theatre. €5,000 in prize money and Christmas spot prizes to be won.

Drum Christmas Bingo
On Friday 19th December in Drum Community Centre. Doors open 8pm, bingo starts 8.30pm. Almost €2,500 in cash to be won plus a monster raffle with hampers and other prizes on the night.

Friday 5 December 2008

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November 2008

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Welcome to the athlone.ie newsletter. If you want further information, have any queries or know some-one that would like to be added to our mailing list please email us at info@athlone.ie News items this month include:

  • Santa Notices
  • What's On in Athlone
  • Special Offers
  • Christmas Shopping in Athlone & District
  • Christmas & New Year's Eve Party Nights
  • Athlone News

  • What's On in Athlone

    Find out what's happening in Athlone over the next couple of weeks:

    The Glass Menagerie now showing in Athlone Little Theatre.
    Promises Promises by Playwright Margaret McKenna Mullan in Dean Crowe Theatre Fri 5th and Sat 6th Dec.
    Brendan Grace Show Hodson Bay Hotel on Fri 5th Dec
    Mark Geary plays Passionfruit Theatre, Sat 6th Dec.
    Swim For Free at Athlone Regional Sports Centre on Sat 6th Dec.
    Acting Workshop at Passionfruit Theatre on Sun 7th Dec.
    The Coronas live at the Palace Bar on Thurs 18th Dec.
    Joe Dolan Tribute Nights at Athlone Springs


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    Christmas Shopping in Athlone & District
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    The Left Bank Mall Shopping Experience
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    Night view of Athlone Town Bridge

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