TOWN NOTES OCTOBER 13

Terry Fox Run The Terry Fox Run 2006 will take place this Sunday October 15 at 3pm in The Mall, Longford. Cards can be obtained from Veronica at 043-47971.

BodyShape comes to Longford

Why do some people struggle to achieve their ideal shape while others find it easy to stay slim? A brand new health gain programme – BodyShape – is giving people the new shape they want, and it's now available in Longford.

While most weight-loss systems advise you to "eat less", change your diet or buy new and expensive foods, BodyShape focuses instead on feeding your body with vital nutrients.

With BodyShape, it's not what you eliminate from your diet, but what you add to it that makes the different. BodyShape helps to satisfy your appetite instead of suppressing it!

BodyShape is a unique nutrient-rich health-gain programme, which provides your body with high quality proteins, vitamins and minerals, essential fatty acids, dietary fibre, digestive enzymes, antioxidants and the friendly bio-flora necessary for good intestinal health as well as two special herbal blends – one to gently cleanse the system and the other to energise and help with fat metabolism.

Now BodyShape is available in Longford. Simply call 087-2286712 to hear all about it and to get started to a slimmer healthier you!

Ned O'Reilly Memorial Final

The Ned O'Reilly Memorial Final will take place at Longford Greyhouse Track this Friday night, October 13. Two local greyhounds have qualified for this final which is worth 2,500 euro to the winner. Miss Hi, owned by Mickey Kenny, Lacken and Baudro Bingo, trained by Robert Mulleady, Bracklin, compete in the final.

Competition for primary schools

Games we can play – class project: create a game that can be played in a school yard in which all pupils can participate. Full details of competition in September's Intouch magazine. Closing date for entries is October 27. Entries to Mary McDermott, St Joseph's NS, Dublin Road, Longford,

Longford Town ICA Guild

Thanks very much to an absolute expert on interior design/decoration, Dolores Creamer, for a very informative talk and invaluable tips on the above topic.

Craft workshops will commence on Wednesday October 25 in the Family Centre from 8pm to 10pm. Anybody interested, just come along on the night. We will be focussing on Christmas table mats.

We are all going to the dogs….no, just for our Christmas party night on December 15 in the Greyhound Track in Mullingar. Deposits have already been paid at our meeting so it any other members wish to go, please contact Ursula at 46168 with your deposit immediately. A great night is guaranteed.

Church gate collection

The collection for Our Lady's Hospital for Sick Children, Crumlin at Sunday's County Final amounted to a fantastic 1,200.47 euro. Thank you to all.

Longford Swimming Pool

Aerobics in water is a great way to tone up, get in shape and stay in shape. There are two classes to choose from: Mondays 9.15pm to 10pm starting on October 30 and Tuesdays 9.15pm to 10pm starting October 31. The cost is 60 euro for eight classes. Contact 043-46431 or 043-46536 for details. Numbers limited so book early to avoid disappointment.

The Cathedral Circle

Recent results:1st prize Nuala Cosgrove, Derryadd, Lanesboro, promoter 15 euro Angela Greer; 2nd prize 130 euro Susan Smyth, Curry, Longford, 12 euro Angela Greer; 3rd prize 70 euro Paddy Jordan, Legion Terrace, Longford, 8 euro Gerard Fallon; 3rd prize 70 euro John & Joe, c/o Legion Terrace, Drumlish, 8 euro Lyons Bar, 31 Main St; 3rd prize 70 euro Cathy Kelly, Cullentra, Newtowncashel, 8 euro Angela Greer. Next draw : October 9 , 2006. Stay in to win.

Busy time at Backstage

A busy time of year is now upon us in the Backstage. The 1-Act Plays "The Ballad Of Tom & Martha" written & directed by our own Brendan Williams and "Johnny, Don't Jump" directed by Paul Higgins will take place in the Backstage this week from Thursday 12th - Saturday 14th October. Be sure to come along and support your local theatre company, it will be a great night's entertainment for all. Tickets available from the Book Office 043-47888.

Auditions for this seasons Panto, the "Scream Tests", took place on Wednesday 4th October. There was a fantastic turn out and it was great to see so many new members. Over 45 members of the multi-talented Backstage Youth Theatre (BYT) also attended the very successful auditions. The madly talented Doug Fox-Roberts is directing this year's show again, so it's sure to be another superb year. Doug will have his job cut-out finalising his cast from all the talent on show. Be sure to watch this space for more details of the show and rehearsals.

An eye should be kept on your TV screens in the near future, as you will see be sure to spot some familiar faces. Up to 8 past members of BYT will be appearing in an Advert very soon.

Congratulations are also due to past member Sinead Hussey, who has moved from Shannonside radio to the new national channel Newstalk106. We wish Sinead every success in her new venture.

Backstage are always actively looking for new members of all ages. There are lots of ways to get involved. We are not just looking for new acting talent but we are also looking for budding Directors, Set Creators, Choreographers', Lighting / Sound Engineers to name but a few. You don't need any experience to get involved just enthusiasm. We realise it can be a bit daunting joining a new group, so if you want to to just have an informal chat and/or meeting: Contact Declan Donohoe or Paul O'Regan on 086 086 0772

Death of popular ex-restaurant owner

The news of Martin Lowry's death last Friday was met with sadness by all who knew the popular Park Road resident.

Mr Lowry was originally from Lissergool, Tibohine, Co Roscommon, but he had been living with his family in Longford town for some forty years.

He lived and worked in Philadephia before moving to Longford town with his wife Bridie. after returning to Ireland, he and his wife took charge of Harte's restaurant on Main St. Under the ownership of the Lowrys, the restaurant operated successfully for two decades.

The father of eleven children, Mr Lowry was well-liked by his neighbours on Park Road. He volunteered much of his spare time to working as a driver with the social services' meals on wheels programme.

Mr Lowry is survived by his wife, Bridie; children, Mary, Sheila, Patricia, John, Andrew, Martin, Brid, Helen, Mairead, James and Patrick; brothers, Vincent and Jimmy; sisters, Teresa, Ann and Patsy; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, neighbours, relatives and friends.

His remains were brought to St Mel's Cathedral with burial to Ballymacormack Cemetery after funeral mass last Monday.

Art Therapy Classes

Paint out your inner world in a gentle non invasive safe atmosphere and discover the creative flow buried within you throught six weeks of therapeutic art fun and relaxation from October 26 to November 30 in Molly's Pottery, The Cottage, Barnacor, Lanesboro. Cost: 100 Euro. Contact Una Clarke: 086 0815608 for more details.

Breaking Free from Co-Dependence

If you can tick some of the following presenting symptoms you will qualify to come on this life changing course. Presenting symptoms: you are a rescuer; you take responsibility for other people's feeling; you are a workaholic, A perfectionist; you soak in atmospheres; you feel like a child living in an adult body; you have a deep whole on the inside side that nothing can fill; you have addictions; you keep attracting negative people in to your life over and over again. This course will take place on October 31 and December 5 from 8pm to 10pm at Molly's Pottery, The Cottage, Barnacor, Lanesboro. Cost: 100euro. Contact : Una Clarke 086 0815608

Co Longford Beekeepers' Association

Co Longford Beekeepers' Association will meet on Monday at 8pm in the Teagasc Centre, Longford.

Variety Show rehearsals

continue at great pace

Rehearsals for the 5th annual Longford Variety Show are currently underway and the theme for this year's show is 'Lullaby on Broadway'.

With a strong cast of around 60 members, 30 of which are young children aged between 6 to 14 years old and 18 students from Lanesboro Community College, this year's show promises to be bigger and better than ever.

The group have held a number of fundraising events and the money raised enables the group to erect a proper set with full lighting and sound system for this year's production. "This year, we have a standard open set of the New York skyline at Times Square. This has never been done before but due to the generosity of people through fundraising, it is possible this year," Brian Murray, Group Co-ordinator and Director told the Leader this week.

"We will also be renting a full sound system from Nolan Sound of Castlepollard who is one of the best in the country and responsible for supplying a number of musical societies with equipment." he explained.

Director Brian is ably assisted by talented musical director, Paul Gurney; Stage Manager/Scenic Artist, Gerry Gorman and Choreographer, Penny Wilson. Students from the Penny Wilson School of Dance will also make an appearance in the show. Local woman, Sylvia Johnston will work alongside Penny. "We will be featuring the O'Reilly School of Dance again this year," added Brian.

This long-awaited production will be held for the duration of four nights next month, from November 20 to November 23 in the Temperance Hall in Longford town. Watch this space for more details within the coming weeks!

Audiologist visits College

Medical Centre

Mr Larry Kenny MSHAA, MISHAA, Hearing Aid Audiologist will be in attendance at the College Medical Centre, 1 Ballinalee Road, Longford every second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 10am to 5pm. His next visit to the centre is today, Wednesday, October 11. To book an appointment, freephone 1800 50 50 51.

New opening hours at SuperValu

For the convenience of its customers, Davis SuperValu located at Hazelwood Shopping Centre, Longford is now open Monday to Saturday from 8.30am to 9pm with late opening on Friday until 10pm. The store will also open all Sundays and Bank Holidays from 10am to 6pm. ATM and full lotto service is available in-store.

Apache Pizza comes to Longford

Irish pizza company, Apache Pizza is due to open in Longford this month and is currently recruiting a management team, shift supervisors, kitchen staff and delivery drivers. The pizza chain is the latest well-known company to move to Longford in recent months. For further information, visit www.apache.ie

Event to discuss nutrition

and food preparation

A food preparation and nutritional discussion evening will be held in the Natural Health Clinic, 13 Crandara House (beside Pet Vet), Dublin Road, Longford on Wednesday October 11 from 7.30pm. Come along and experience the preparation of nutritious healthy foods; enjoy an evening where you will gain new ideas on food preparation and how to increase your nutritional intake. Participants will also receive new recipes and preparation skills and find out more about allergies, food combining, wonder foods and much more.

Places are limited and booking is essential. The cost is 20 euro. For further information, contact Andy Smith on 087-2549383.

Ballymacormack ICA

Meeting will take place in Stonepark NS on Thursday October 12 at 8pm. All members please attend and new members are very welcome. We will have a demonstration on Lumra work given by Esther Casey. Congrats to Nan Casey who won the craft competition at the recent federation meeting in Slashers. Her embroidery will go on display at the Knitting and Stitching Show in the RDS in November. Nan also won second prize in the ICA Flower Garden Competition and E Berry won third prize for vegetable garden. Hostess: Nan Casey & Mary O'Hara. Raffle prize : Kitty McKeever. Longford Federation ICA sponsored walk in aid of Breast Cancer Research at NUI Galway took place in May and the final total collected was 4030 euro. Thanks to our walkers , sponsors and all who helped on the day.

Millennium Choir AGM

Formed in late 1998 to plan for a very special Millennium 2000 Celebration from the local choirs of Mohill, Longford and Carrick-on-Shannon, the Millennium Choir, now entering its 8th year and going from strength to strength, elected the following officers at its AGM on 3rd October: Chairman Ciarn Tracey (Leitrim Village); Treasurer Liz McCarthy (Summerhill, Carrick); Secretary Maureen Lynch (Mohill); PRO Mary Dolan (Shannon Lodge, Carrick).

Outgoing Chairman Enda Stenson, who served for the past 4 years, was roundly thanked for his outstanding stewardship of the Millennium Choir, accomplished with a great deal of humour and understanding.

Sen Murray, outgoing Treasurer / Front of House Manager since the Choir's inception in late 1998, received lengthy applause for his unparalleled services.

Also 'retiring' is the incomparable Joe Moore, Artistic Director and one of the Founders of the Millennium Choir. Joe's artistic insight, organisational skills and sense of humour will be missed but he has graciously promised to be available for consultation.

The very popular Fintan Farrelly (St. Mel's Cathedral and the County Choir) will be continuing as Concert Accompanist / Orchestral Director.

Kudos for extraordinary services to the Choir over the years were also expressed to Joe Flynn and the Staff of the Carrick-on-Shannon Community School, Pauline Moran (Social Secretary), Jim Gorman and the Breffni Players Drama and Musical Society for their ongoing support and assistance, and of course to the Musical Directors Monica O'Gorman (Conductor) and Elizabeth O'Halloran (Rehearsals) and Sr. Nora Keenan in Mohill whose training of the Rynn Singers has provided a number of Millennium Choir members.

Having given five performances in 2006, the Choir will be taking a break until after the New Year when it will resume rested and full of commitment and enthusiasm. Because of the many enquiries from interested singers, it is planned to hold auditions in December for possible new members. Dates will be announced when set.

Unity in Christ Group

Autumn Programme

A series of studies in the scriptures exploring God's power in our lives will take place throughout the Autumn. 1) Connecting to the life of God - spirit birth; 2) rivers of living water - an inner overflowing vitality; 3) immersion in the spirit - power for a new lifestyle; 4) a new spirit based identity to live from; 5) a spirit resourced emotional life - healing from inner hurts; 6) spirit controlled mind - breaking the old negative mindsets; 7) spirit aligned will - spiritually empowered behaviour; 8) partnership with the spirit - supernatural living. Tuesday October 17 & 24, November 7 to December 12 at the Family Centre, Longford 8 to 10pm. Speaker Graeme Wylie, Roscommon. Further information 043 31694 or 043 41326.

Co Longford Bridge Club

Results of the competition held on Friday October 6. Gross Scores: 1st Nan Murtagh and Mary Shannon; 2nd Pat Finnerty and Margaret Larkin; 3rd Frank Kenny and Michael O'Brien. Nett Scores: 1st Nan Murtagh and Mary Shannon; 2nd Pat Finnerty and Margaret Larkin; 3rd Brenda Gearty and Joan Newman.

Bridge as usual next Friday at 7.30pm. The Midland Cup will be held over two sessions in the Longford Arms Hotel on Sunday October 22 starting at 2pm. Entries to Margaret Larkin.

67 Bridge Club

N/S Gross: 1st Mary Redmond and Beatrice McDermott; 2nd Kathleen McDermott and Mary McGreal. 1st Nett: Sean O'Connor and Frank Thorn; 2nd Nett Mona Galvin and Phillis Wilson.

EW Gross: 1st Matt O'Brien and Tom Palmer; 2nd Gross Maureen Quinn and Mary Boland. 1st Nett: Christena and Catherine Connolly; 2nd Nett Angela Davies and Maureen Drumm.

The Mall Complex

Halloween break and wondering how to keep the children happy? Why not bring them along to the Halloween Camp at the Mall Complex in Longford where there will be lots of games, sports and activities for children aged four to 12 years. The camp runs for four days, from October 31 to November 3 from 10am to 3pm. Children will be fully supervised at all times by our experienced staff. Contact 043-46431 for further details. Bookings now being taken.

Longford Templemichael

& Ballymacormack

Shooting & Conservation Club

That time of year is fast approaching again, only a few short weeks left until the big day. There will be a meeting in Joe's on Thursday the 19th and no membership will be accepted after that date. I would also like to congratulate Emet Galvin who recently got married and would like to wish him all the best for the future.

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