What's On Weekly Moville Inishowen Co Donegal

What's On

Corncrake Census	The number of calling corncrakes in Ireland this year has fallen dramatically. With just a few weeks left until the final deadline of the corncrake census, Birdwatch Ireland are appealing to members of the public to contact them if they hear any of these birds. Corncrakes are in danger of extinction in Ireland and it is vitally important that we monitor their population. The male utters a distinctive 'crek crek' call mostly at night. Please contact Daniel on 087 2545094.

Greencastle FC	Greencastle FC seeks applications for the posts 1st Team Manager and Reserve Team Manager. If interested contact Stephen Harrison 0868678176 or 15 Lough Castle View with relevant C.V.

Action Inishowen	If you are in receipt of a Fuel Allowance Action Inishowen would like to hear from you. With the glorious sunshine of recent days this is possibly not the best time of the year to think about your house as to whether it is warm or cold in winter. The installation of attic insulation can increase the warmth within and save you money on your fuel bills. Through funding from Sustainable energy Ireland (SEI) and with the support of FAS, through a Community Employment Project (CEP), Action Inishowen is working to address fuel poverty. To make your home more energy efficient we may be able to help by installing draught proofing and attic insulation. The Warmer Homes Scheme, which is being administered by SEI, is designed to assist low income householders who are not in a financial position to make energy efficient upgrades. We are currently drawing up lists of people who require this service. Please forward your name, address, date of birth, the type of Social Welfare Benefit you are receiving, and your ESB Metre Point Reference No. to Action Inishowen, Millbrae, Carndonagh on 07493 74529 or by email to info@actioninishowen.com. Alternatively, you may wish to contact your local Care of the Aged or St. Vincent de Paul with whom Action Inishowen works closely on this project.

Little Learners Pre-School	Names are now being taken for Little Learners Pre-School opening September. For further information or to enrole your child please contact Claire on 0863498196.

Variety Market	The Variety Market continues as usual on Sunday in St. Mary's Community Hall Muff, open for stall holders at 1pm and open to the public from 2pm. Stalls €10. Your support for this hall fundraising event would be appreciated.

Carers Support Group	Serenity House Moville are forming a Carers Support Group commencing September. If interested contact Serenity House at 9382945 or serenityhouse@eircome.net

Gospel Choir	More young men are needed. Just turn up any Wednesday at 7.30pm in St. Pius X Church and ask for Debbie or Frank.

IOSAS Centre and Celtic Peace Garden	This is the time of year when a visit to the IOSAS Centre and Celtic Peace Garden can be extremely rewarding for you and your family. Lots to choose from, small snacks, bird sanctuary, peace and tranquility, Celtic Spirituality. We also have programmes tailored for teenagers, parish, schools and retirements group. Open Saturday & Sunday from 1pm to 5pm. Monday to Friday from 9pm to 5pm. Call 0749384866 for further details.

Our Lady's School of Evangelism	Our Lady's School of Evangelism, Knock is inviting applications for September. The vision of the school is to empower young men and women for Life and Mission. Details on www.olseknock.com or call 0949388245/08723594

Children's Chess	There are a few places remaining on the Children's Chess club which takes place on Thursdays at 3.30pm in Serenity House. Contact No. 074 9382945.

29th June 2009 Children's Fitness and Activity Camp	5 Action packed days for boys and girls aged 7 - 14 at the Moville Celtic Club House from 29th June, 10am to 3pm. Cost €80 (discount for more than one in family). Must book before starting date. Qualified coaches. Call Shane 0863481087.

July to September 2009 Earl of Greencastle Musical	The musical Earl of Greencastle, written and produced by Patsy Cavanagh, will be presented every Tuesday evening at 8pm in the Cairn Theatre, Greencastle from July to the end of September. For more information please phone 07493 81104. Email: cairnthe@eircom.net Visit: www.thecairncentre.com

1st July 2009 Taobh na Cille	Taobh na Cille Music and Dance Night Wednesday 1st July, 9pm - 11pm. Admission €3, all welcome.

2nd - 5th July 2009 DylanFest	DylanFest will be held in Moville over the weekend of 2nd - 5th July. The festival will feature Irish and International acts playing at several venues in the town.

3rd July 2009 Knock All night vigil	Bus to all night vigil in Knock on Friday 3rd July. Cost €30. Contact Eileen 9382442 or 938116.

3rd July 2009 Moville Gospel Choir Concert	To celebrate the end of its first season, Moville Gospel Choir is holding a concert in Caishel Mara Hotel, Moville, on Friday 3rd July at 9pm. In addition to the usual favourite pieces, the concert will feature performers from the choir and will be a mixture of gospel and popular tunes. Tickets are five euro and three euro and are available from choir members and local shops.

3rd July 2009 Residents Associations	Residents Associations please note entry forms are now available for the Council Estates Competition. In previous years Moville has always scored well in this competition. Please keep up the good work. Completed entry forms should be returned to Carndonagh Public Service Centre by 3rd July.

4th July 2009 Derry Diocesan Youth Trip	The Derry Diocesan Youth Trip to Croagh Padraig takes place on Saturday 4th July. Those aged between 16 and 35 are welcome to take part. For details and itinerary call 04871264087.

4th July 2009 Sponsored Rosary Walk	A Sponsored Rosary Walk in aid of the Derry Inishowen Pro-Life Group will take place from the Chapel of Ease in Fahan to St. Mary's Oratory in Buncrana on Saturday 4th July. The walk will commence at 1pm and everyone is welcome. For sponsor cards and information contact Paul 0857695344.

4th July 2009 Dancing	If you are 60 this year we want to celebrate it with you by dancing the night away. Come along to Caiseal Mara Hotel on 4th July and have a good night's craic with the Country Boys. Dancing from 11p - 2am. Proceeds in aid of East Inishowen Special Needs and Serenity House Early Learning Centre. Contact Breege on 0872330225 or Geraldine on 087273472.

5th July 200 Memorial Run	The Maurice McMenamin Memorial Run will take place this Sunday from Moville to the Carman's Inn. Bus for runners leaving from Carman's Inn at 2pm. Bus leaving at 2.30pm for walkers. Barbecue afterwards with live entertainment. All monies raised going to Meningitis Research foundation and Cancer Research Ireland. For details telephone Carman's Inn on 0749384233.

5th July 2009 Photographic Exhibition	Photographic Exhibition will be held in Caiseal Mara Hotel, Moville, Sunday 5th July 12.30pm - 6.30pm. A wide variety of art images by members of the Camera Club (Inishowen). Admission free. Complimentary Tea and Coffee.

5th July 2009 Carrowmena Sports Day	Carrowmena Annual Sports Day will be held Sunday 5th July at the usual venue in Carrowmena with all the usual attractions: races; tug-o-war; soccer; and many more. Races start at 2.30pm sharp. Everyone is welcome to go along.

5th July 2009 35th Moville Vintage Car Rally	35th Moville Vintage Car Rally will be held in Moville on Sunday 5th July. Great family day out. Cars assemble in the town square from 11am and at 3pm the cars will go on a rally around Greencastle and Stroove and then back to Moville again. There is no cover charge for the spectators on the day for this event, so please support the ticket sellers on the day as this is our main source of fund raising for this event. Enquiries 00353862574554 and 0035386 6062038. Visit website: www.inishowenvintage.com

5th July 2009 Sponsored Walk	The McLaughlin family, Umgal, are organising a Sponsored Walk from Carndonagh to Malin in aid of the Donegal Hospice and the Oncology Unit, Letterkenny Hospital, on Sunday 5th July. The walk is in memory of the late Teresa McLaughlin, Umgal, Malin Head.

6th July 2009 Moville Swim Week	Starting Monday 6th July, registration at 10am at Lafferty's Lane, Glenburnie Beach. Greencastle Swim week starting Monday 10th August. Registration at 10am. Contact Mary on 9382515 or Geraldine 9385082.

7th July 2009 Serenity House Trip	A trip to the Glens of Antrim and the Giant's Causeway on 7th July is being organised. Seats will be allocated on a first come, first served basis so book early to avoid disappointment. Serenity house 074 93 82945 or email serenityhouse@eircome.net

8th July 2009 Tremone Historical Society	There will be a meeting of the Tremone Historical Society on Wednesday 8th July in the Carrowmenagh Community Centre at 9pm. Anyone interested in drawing up a programme for 2009 can present their ideas at the meeting. All welcome.

8th & 9th July 2009 Blood Donations	The Blood Donation Clinic will be in Carndonagh Community School on Wednesday 8th July from 3pm - 4.45pm and 7pm - 9pm and on Thursday 9th July from 2pm - 4.45pm and from 7pm - 9pm.

10th July 2009 Culdaff Water Sports Weekend	Get your raft and bicycles ready for the annual Culdaff WaterSports weekend from Friday 10th July. There is a car treasure hunt on Saturday 11th July, Brian Houten Memorial Cycles Run on Sunday 12th July. Bunagee Raft Race at1.30pm. For more information contact Georgina Houten on 0871335436,

12th July 2009 Slieve Sneacht Climb	Malin St. Vincent de Paul holds their Annual Sponsored Climb/walk of Slieve Sneach on Sunday 12th July at 2pm. For sponsor cards phone Eugene on 086 3358105, Bridget on 9370183 and Mary on 9370661.

12th July 2009 Earagail Arts Festival	Inishowen Carnival Group have been asked to create a parade for the Earagail Arts Festival this year, which will take place on the 12th July through Letterkenny and they are already finalising designs and recruiting individuals and groups who would like to take part. The parade will feature 300 performers from across the North West and will include costumes and props from this year's Aurora production. As the Earagail parade promises to be one of the most colourful events to take place in the North west for many years, the group would welcome interest from anyone who would like to be involved. Tel: 00353 (0) 7493 73375 Email: info@inishowencarnival.com Visit: www.inishowencarnival.com

18th July 2009 Inishowen Agricultural Society Show	The Inishowen Agricultural Society Show will take place on Saturday 18th July at the Tul na Rí showgrounds Carndonagh.

19th July 2009 Blessing of Graves	The annual Blessing of the Graves and Intercession for the Dead will be held on Sunday 19th July, in Ballybrack at 2.30pm and in Ballinacrae at 4.15on,

19th July 2009 Inishowen Pioneer Regional Committee	A bus trip to Knock on 19th July leaving Moville at 7am. Cost €50 includes two meals. Contact 9382709.

21st - 24th July 2009 11th - 14th August 2009 Summer Camp	Aileach Summer Camp will take place this year from Tuesday 21st July - Friday 24th July for four to seven year olds and Tuesday 11th August - Friday, 14th August for eight - 11 year olds. Limited number of places so please return leaflets and 20 euro per child to secure place. These can be left at Tooban, Bridgend or Muff schools before end of term, or contact Patricia Doherty on 0876145372.

22nd to 29th July 2009 Pilgrimage to Lourdes	A pilgrimage to Lourdes takes place from 22nd to 29th July 2009. Cost €775. Deposit of €100 secures place. Contact 9382057 or 00447732468511.

28th July 2009 Gleneely Sports	Gleneely Annual Sports will be held on Sunday 28th July. The organisers promise a great day's entertainment for the whole family with sideshows and races galore.

29th July - 3rd August 2009 Moville Summer Festival	2009 Moville Summer Festival Visit www.foylefestival.com

31st July 2009 Wild Irish Road	An open invitation is extended to all girls age 18 and over to enter for the 'Wild Irish Rose' competition run in conjunction with the Muff Festival. The contest is open not only to the public in the area but also to any business establishments which would like to put a candidate forward. The competition takes place on Friday 31st July next, in the Squealing Pig, Muff. Contact any festival member if interested or leave your name in the Village Café, Muff.

1st - 3rd August 2009 Moville Annual Regatta	Join us in Moville 1st - 3rd August for a fun packed weekend. Races take place from the Pier all weekend.

6th - 9th August 2009 Greencastle Regatta	Greencastle regatta will be held weekend 6th - 9th August.

8th August 2009 Aughaclay School Reunion	The Aughaclay School Reunion will be held on 8th August 2009. Mark your diaries and notify your school friends who are away from home.

14th September 2009 Cancer Support & Social Club	The Cancer Support & Social Club, based in Milltown House Carndonagh, will not meet during the summer. We welcome everyone back on 14th September. In the meantime we wish all our members a healthy and sunny summer.

14th - 16th August 2009 Beatlesfest	Beatlesfest will be held in Moville over the weekend of 14th -16th August.

16th August 2009 Moville Sports & Fun Day	Details to follow.

20th Septmber 2009 Day trip to Westport	A 6 day trip to Westport on 20th September is being organised. Seats will be allocated on a first come, first serve basis, so book early to avoid disappointment. Contact Serenity House 074 9382945. Email: serenityhouse@eircom.net

An Grianán Theatre Letterkenny Programme of Events July 2009	Sat 4 - The Brennans Tues 7 - The Angel and the Woodcutter Thurs 9 to Sat 11 - Tom Crean Antarctic Explorer Mon 13 to Sat 18 - Five Plays in Five Days Drama Summer School Fri 17 - An Audience with Mr Nice Howard Marks Sat 18 - Spirit Voices Inishowen Gospel Choir with Moya Brennan and special guests Tues 21st to Fri 7th - The Rising Step Mon 27 to Sat 1 Aug - Singing Camp For details and tickets Tel: 074 91 20777 Fax: 074 91 20665 Web Site: www.angrianan.com

Millennium Forum Derry Programme of Events July 2009	Wed 8 Jul - An Evening with Ricky Hatton Sat 11 - From the Heart Wed 22 - Thu 23 - Daniel O'Donnel Thu 30 Jul - Sat 1 Aug Fame the Musical Email: boxoffice@millenniumforum.co.uk Website: www.millenniumforum.co.uk