Heritage Trail Launch
The official launch of the Burren & Cliffs of Moher Heritage Trail in Corofin Village will take place on this Saturday March 29th at 2.00pm. The launch will be performed by Marie Neylon one of the local representatives on the Burren Ecotourism Network by the new map-board at the Clare Heritage Centre in Church Street. This will be followed by a walk along the trail and everyone is invited to attend.
Trusteeship Secured
CHAF Ltd. the local community group charged with the redevelopment of St. Patrick’s Hall has recently secured the trusteeship of the adjoining sports-field on behalf of the local community. The field was purchased in the 1930’s for use as a community facility and over the decades has been the home to the North Clare Show, Corofin GAA Club, prior to the club acquiring the Pairc Finne site, Corofin Soccer Club, Corofin Camogie Club as well as for use by the Corofin National School. It has also been a venue for various athletics events and other community activities. A portion of the ground was also given over to the parish around 1950 to allow for the construction of the new national school in Corofin. With the demise of the original trustees several years ago the issue of ownership of the property has been of concern to local community organisations for a considerable period. The hall development project required the situation to be regularised in order to secure a full long-term lease on the entire building development from the Killaloe Diocesan Trust. With the trusteeship of the property once again vested in the local community this can now happen and going forward the usage of the field will be managed in conjunction with the redeveloped parish hall.
Clash of the Ash
The Fergus Tighe film ‘The Clash of the Ash’ will be screened at the X-PO, Kilnaboy on this Thursday evening commencing at 8.00pm. Admission is free and everyone is welcome to attend. The film-maker will be in attendance and will provide an introduction to the event ahead of the screening.
Gear Up
Any members and supporters of Corofin GAA Club who wish to purchase club jerseys, shorts and socks or club jackets for the coming season will have an opportunity to do so at the GAA clubhouse on this Friday evening March 28th between 7.00pm and 9.00pm. This is also the final opportunity for anyone wishing to become a club member to join up. Membership fees must be paid in order to ensure insurance cover for players and supporters throughout the season.
Shave & Dye
A number of locals took part in a fundraising ‘Shave & Dye’ event on behalf of the Irish Cancer Society at Daffy’s Bar Corofin on Saturday night last. Local hairdresser Tara McMahon was on hand to carry out the shearing operation which raised around €300 for the worthy cause.
Recent Deaths
The death occurred recently of Mr. P.J. Commane of Drinagh. His funeral took place from Cullinans Funeral Home, Ennistymon to Corofin Church on Sunday evening and he was interred at the new cemetery Loughtagoona following funeral mass on Monday morning. The death also occurred of Mrs. Mary Dunne, mother of Margaret Linnane, Newtown, Corofin, and formerly of The Claddagh, Galway. Her funeral took place in Galway on Monday.
Poker Classic
A Poker Classic in aid of the adult, hurling and football teams of Corofin GAA Club will be held at Mack’s Bar, Corofin on this Friday night March 28th commencing at 9.30pm. The club would welcome the support of all local poker players for this event which has a prize fund of €1,500 pro rata.
Festival Programme
The programme for this year’s Festival of Finn which will take place over the May Bank Holiday week-end has been finalised and can be viewed on the festival website www.festivaloffinn.com As usual there is busy programme from Thursday evening until Monday evening with some events subject to favourable weather conditions.
Week-end Away
Corofin Golf Society members and guests will be travelling to North County Dublin for the club’s annual week-end away over the last week-end in April. While there is good interest in the package the local society can accommodate additional numbers and would like to hear from anyone who has still to decide on their participation. The final date to book and pay the full amount of the trip will be at the society’s April outing to Athenry on Saturday week, April 5th.
Approach Roads Clean-Up
Corofin Tidy Towns will hold their annual approach roads clean up on Saturday 5th April. Volunteers are asked to assemble at the Grotto at 10.30 am where groups will be allocated to work on one of the five approach roads. Workers should also wear a high visibility vest and a pair of gloves. Plastic bags and litter pickers will be provided. The local committee is also encouraging the community to do their own immediate areas as part of An Taisce National Spring Clean. It is hoped to complete the work by 12.30 pm. All help will be greatly appreciated.
Rags To Riches
With the cost of running a dual GAA club very considerable the local club is looking at all manner of fundraising initiatives. In this context the club would welcome donations of unwanted clean clothes and similar items which they hope to convert into cash. Anyone having such items to donate can contact any of the local committee or bring them for collection at the GAA Clubhouse.
Table Quiz
A Table Quiz in aid of Kilnaboy Athletic Club will take place at Bofey Quinns on Friday night April 4th. As usual the competition is open to teams of four and in addition to the quiz itself a raffle will also be held on the night. The club is busy gearing up for the annual Sonny Murphy road race and walk which takes place on Sunday April 13th.