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angel flowers Christmas Arrangements Wonderful Wedding Flowers Baskets and Bouquets Tasteful Tributes Tel: (061) 365990 Mobile: (086) 3862649 Email: amanda@angelflowers.biz Unit 14, 2nd Courtyard, Ballycasey Craft Centre, Shannon
Charity Shop....................................4 Ballycasey Open Day....................5 Last Posting Dates.........................5 Sixmilebridge WMW.....................6 Order of Malta................................6 Centrestage Panto........................7 Importance of Buying Locally...8 Recipe of the Month.................. 10 Clare Comhairle na Nog........... 11 DATES FOR YOUR DIARY........12 DIRECTORY..............................14 Millers Loft.................................... 15 CLASSIFIED ADS......................16 Limerick on Ice............................ 17 Shannon Gospel Choir............. 18 Ariston College Relocation..... 18 Festive Fun Childrens Page..... 19 Shannon Folk Group................. 20 COMMUNITY NOTICE BOARD.. 21 PUZZLE PAGE . ........................22
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A Cherished Mind..........................4 Ariston College............................ 18 Art & Craft Company....................1
Angel Flowers.................................3 Ballymorris Pottery.................... 18 Bit of a Do.........................................3 Brian Gleeson Goldsmith............1 Bunratty Candles...........................4 Centrestage Panto........................2 Complete Insulation.................. 23 Costume Shop............................. 20 D & H..................................................5 The Fairy Queen.......................... 17 Gift Box..............................................9 Gough School of Motoring..... 21 Kids Party Club............................ 14 LCE................................................... 21 Maloney GM................................. 21 McLoughneys.............................. 11 MC Autos..........................................8 Millers Loft.................................... 15 Niall Colgan.....................................7 R & R...................................................6 Sky Shop........................................ 24 Shanahans.................................... 17 Shannon Flowers........................ 21 Shannon Tyres................................8 Special Branch Tree Services.....5
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shannon charity shop The charity shop in Shannon has been open since April. It came about after a few people in the Shannon Christian Church wanted to do something in the community and realised, through meeting a wide variety of people and nationalities in the church, that there are a lot of people in Shannon from other countries who are away from their families at Christmas and end up having to spend Christmas alone. Over the past few years Pearl Good (one of the chief volunteers at the charity shop) and her family haveinvited people, who are on their own, into their home for Christmas, and last year the expanded their generosity by inviting anyone on their own to come to the church and spend Christmas Day there. It was a great success with lots of people bringing food (Christmas specialities from their own countries) and along with Rosemary Power from Christchurch and Marie Rowland of the Shannon Resource Centre they organised a collection of presents which were given out on the day, so that noone left empty handed. They are hoping to repeat the
successful event this year. They then decided that they would open up once a week on a Thursday to provide a service to people in need whereby anybody can come along and for ₏5 fill a bag with clothes, toys or anything else they may need. As such they are constantly looking for any unwanted clothes, toys, books, baby equipment, etc. So, if you have any items of clothing, toys etc. that you don’t need, please drop them into the Charity Shop in the Shannon Christian C h u r c h (beside Indigo Signs in Smithstown) any Thursday and it will be gratefully received. As well as the shop there is the Caring Cuppa Kitchen where they provide free tea, coffee, soup, sandwiches and a friendly listening ear for anyone who wants them. The Caring Cuppa are planning a special Christmas dinner on Thursday 16th December instead of the usual soup and sandwiches. If you would like more information please call Pearl on 086 2202663 or come along to the church any Thursday or Sunday at 10am where you will be very welcome.
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Once again Ballycasey Craft & Design Centre is hosting a FREE family fun day. On Saturday 4th December, Santa and Mrs Clause, along with some of the elves, will visit Ballycasey and will be talking to the children in their grotto to find out what they want for Christmas. Everyone is welcome to soak up the Christmas atmosphere with mulled wine, mince pies and sweets for the kids. It is a great chance to get some Christmas shopping done while supporting your local businesses. All at Ballycasey Craft and Design Centre wish you a very Happy Christmas and look forward to seeing you on 4th December.
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Winter Music Weekend 2011 in sixmilebridge
ORDER OF MALTA SHANNON UNIT AWARDS Some members of the Shannon Unit of the Order of Malta recently travelled to Order of Malta Headquarters in Dublin with their families to receive their ten and twenty year service awards from the National Director Comdt, Winnie Maye. The local unit in Shannon provide first aid, training and community care in the local area and have been active for over 35 years.
The WINTER MUSIC WEEKEND festival will take place from the 13-16th January 2011 in Sixmilebridge. The festival ethos is to enjoy a diverse range of acoustic music in small venues without the need of amplification. You can enjoy around 40 gigs/sessions/concerts/recitals and dancing (inc. Sets) in 10 venues covering most musical genres. Over 4,000 people visit the festival every year as there is something for everyone. The Courthouse is family-friendly, and in 2011, the Miller’s Loft Bistro will offer the chance to enjoy live music while you eat.
(Back Row Left to Right), Adj. Ian Gallagher, Officer in Charge Shannon Unit, Lt. Tim Sullivan, Limerick Unit: (Front Row Left to Right), Imelda Higgins, Sgt. Michelle Fielding, Sgt. Shirley Hennigar, Cpl. Eavan Dempsey, pictured with her daughter Claudia.
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CentreStage PANTO at LIT Millennium Theatre ‘Beauty and The Beast’ by Mike Finn starring Myles Breen as Mrs Potts will be showing at LIT Millennium Theatre on the following dates: Monday 27th Dec 2.30pm, Tuesday 28th Dec 2.30pm, Wednesday 29th Dec 2.30pm and 6.30pm, Thursday 30th Dec 2.30pm and 6.30pm, Sunday 2nd Jan 2.30pm & 6.30pm, Monday 3rd 2.30pm and 6.30pm, Thursday 6th 2.30pm and 6.30pm, Friday 7th 2.30pm and 6.30pm, Saturday 8th 2.30pm and 6.30pm, Sunday 9th 2.30pm. Belle is the prettiest girl in the village, or any village for that matter. Her sisters, Barbie and Sindy, are not even slightly pretty. In fact they are pretty ugly. Like all ugly sisters, Barbie and Sindy are jealous, mean and spiteful. It’s little wonder that their father, the (not very good) inventor, Prof. Fizzabang, tries to get away from them as much as possible.
On a business trip to Dromouldy Castle, Fizzbang picks a rose for Belle and lands everyone in a basket-full of trouble. After encountering a collection of animated furniture and crockery, Fizzbang is forced to send Belle to live in the castle to appease an ugly Beast who lives there. At the castle, Belle is treated with great kindness by the Beast, even if his nightly proposals of marriage are a bit embarrassing and she keeps an eye on her father by means of a magic mirror. Before long, however, Belle begins to miss her father, and even her ugly sisters (a bit) and so the kindly Beast, lets her go back home for a visit. The joyful reunion is spoilt when Belle’s other suitor, the evil Joey Diablo, along with his slimy sidekick Sly, use the magic mirror for their own dastardly purposes - they plot to kill the beast. In the end, it will take all the magic of a (slightly off course) Fairy Godmother, to arrange a traditional happy ending.
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The Importance of Buying Locally With job losses now at record levels and retailers and suppliers struggling to survive, it is vital that we support our own local businesses during these difficult times Buying locally not only helps neighbours, it helps the local economy. Here is why it is important that shoppers start in their own back garden. According to economic studies every €10 spent locally generates a further €24 benefit to the local economy. If that €10 is spent outside the locality it adds nothing to the local economy and further undermines the viability of businesses in the area while threatening the livelihoods of suppliers and others who rely on local businesses. Shopping at a local small business means supporting friends and neighbours, the community, and the local economy. However, it also offers shoppers other benefits that cannot be gained by shopping in the large chain stores. To help understand the importance of buying locally, here are five benefits of supporting the local small business owner. 1. Reduce Environmental Impact Local purchases generally require less transportation, thereby lowering transportation costs as well as the pollution associated with them. In addition, shoppers who buy in their own neighborhood travel shorter distances reducing their own pollution. 2. Reinvest in the Community Local business owners live in the community and are, therefore, more invested in the future of that community. Revitalization of local communities is important to keeping neighbourhoods strong. Plus by shopping locally shoppers reinvest in their own community.
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3. Magnify the Choices Want to ensure innovation? Buy local. Anyone can walk into a big department or chain store and buy what everyone else owns. However, supporting the small business owner means the opportunity to find truly unique, one-of-a-kind services, gifts and products. 4. Support the Local Economy According to research, small businesses make up 99.7% of all employers. Supporting the local business owner means supporting friends and neighbours too. Plus locally owned businesses are more likely to buy from other local businesses, service providers and local growers. 5. Receive Top-Notch Service Research has shown that in order to compete, small business owners focus on quality customer service and quality products. They are more likely to go above and beyond by providing extra service. And because they are involved in running the business they tend to be experts in their field. It is impossible to buy and produce everything locally, however there are perhaps more local options available than most consumers realise. And dealing with local businesses also gets you a much more personalized level of service. There is something to be said for establishing a relationship with the people you do business with. This holds true for big and small transactions. Make an extra effort to buy local when you can and make sure to talk to the businesses and let them know if there is something they can do for you. Shopping local saves petrol, saves time and brings more Euro’s directly back into the community. M. 087 2284760
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Geralyn Hehir has retired from the Gift Box after 18 years of service to the Shannon area. Geralyn wishes to thank her loyal customers and dedicated staff. She will miss you all. The new owner is Malika Rizvi. Malika has lived in Shannon with her husband and two daughters for over ten years. She is well known in the commuity as she worked part time as a school scretary and community employment clerical officer. Malika is a very ambitious person and as part of her further education she attended a FAS course. Geralyn gave
her work experience in the Gift Box and Malika immediately fell in love with the business. Three years later she is now the proud owner. Malika portrays a very positvie attitude: “I love the business, I love meeting the people, I really enjoy sourcing the best products at the best price and I get great satisfaction when the customer is happy. Geralyn has taught me the very best practices and I hope to continue and improve the service for the people of the region. Our friendly staff will always be courteous and helpful. Our policy is to provide excellent products at a very good price.” Geralyn is also very confident the business will grow successfully: “Malika’s enthusiasm, ambition, obvious love for the trade and eye for a good product is extraordinary. The shop has taken on a new look. Many beautiful new products have been added, the old reliables are all available and the store is excellently stocked. It provides great value for money. I wish Malika the best of luck.” Malika would like to wish all her customers a very happy Christmas.
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shannon Scene - the local magazine for shannon RECIPE OF THE MONTH
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This is just one idea for using up those turkey 1. Heat the oil in a large deep frying pan, add the pepper left overs and mushrooms and fry for 5 minutes. Mix the cornflour with the stock until smooth and pour into the pan with the Ingredients apple juice. Add the tomato puree and bring to the boil, 2tbsp sunflower oil stirring until thickened and smooth. 450g/1lb leftover cooked British Turkey thigh meat, diced 2. Stir the cooked turkey into the pan, season with salt and pepper, cover and .simmer gently for 10 minutes. Allow to 1 red pepper, deseeded and chopped cool. 225g/8oz chestnut mushrooms, quartered 3. Drain the turkey and vegetables from the pan, reserving 1tbsp cornflour the cooking sauce, and spoon into a 1.1 litre/2pt pie dish 150ml/1/4pt chicken stock or individual pie dishes. 250ml/9fl oz apple juice 4. Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface and use to cover the pie. Cut any pastry trimmings into leaves, 2tbsp tomato puree dampen and press on top. Chill for 30 minutes. Salt and pepper 5. Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6. Brush the pastry 250g/9oz chilled puff pastry with beaten egg to glaze and stand the pie on a baking Beaten egg, to glaze sheet. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the pastry is puffed Serves: 4 and golden brown (25 minutes for individual pies). Heat Preparation Time: 12 minutes plus 30 minutes chilling the remaining sauce. 6. Serve the pie hot with vegetables and the cooking Cooking Time: 1 hour sauce.
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Clare Comhairle na nÓg
Clare Comhairle na nÓg (Youth Council) is a forum for young people aged between 7-17, that is held annually to consult young people in County Clare on issues that are important to them. Consultation offers young people the opportunity to express their opinions and listen to the views of other young people and policy makers. There is a Comhairle na nÓg in every local authority area. Young people currently get nominated through their schools to attend. In October, 34 secondary school pupils from Shannon participated in the first of four local area sessions of the 2010 Clare Comhairle na nÓg. This forum was organised by the Clare County Development Board and was supported by Clare County Council, Clare Youth Services, An Garda Síochána, Clare Sports Partnership, Clare Local Development Company, and the Clare Youth Officer (VEC), under the County Development Board.
Students, ranging in ages from 12-18, of Saint Caimin’s Community School and St. Patrick’s Comprehensive School gathered in the Oakwood Arms to discuss a range of issues, including the provision and use of facilities and services for youth in Shannon and adults’ perception of young people. Five students were selected by secret ballot to represent the Shannon area on the Clare Comhairle na nÓg 201011 Committee. The successful delegates were Mary Hayes (17), Siobhan Breen (15) and Clodagh Shortiss (16) of St Patrick’s Comprehensive, and Adam Birchall (16) and Mark Freeman (12) of St. Caimin’s. Mayor of Clare Councillor Christy Curtin, who attended this forum, congratulated the students for the enthusiasm with which they discussed the various issues of relevance to them. When all four meetings have taken place, five local Comhairle delegates will proceed to represent Clare in the annual Dáil na nÓg or “youth parliament” in the New Year along with children from 33 other local authority areas. Further information is available from Nicola Cullinan, Comhairle na nÓg Coordinator at 065-6846222 or dceoff@ clarecoco.ie.
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Weekly Events All the events listed below take place in the Shannon Family Resource Centre (SFRC), Respond Community Hall, unless otherwise stated. Monday 4 December Santa Fun Run, Ennis Art Circle (SFRC) 10.00-12.00 , 7.00 - 9.00pm 1 December Supporting Clare Crusaders Tuesday Shannon Toastmasters charity, this is a 5km Santa Drop in Computer Facility (SFRC) themed Fun Run where Meetings on the 1st and 3rd 10.30am - 3.00pm everyone that enters gets a full Wednesday of each month, in Baby Weight/Child Health Clinic Santa Suit, a large medal and a the Oakwood Arms at 8pm. All 2.00 - 3.30pm Drop In. Every 2nd/3rd/4th cup of hot chocolate when they welcome Tuesday of each month in Health Centre. cross the finish line. Storytime for Children 2 December 4pm Sean Lemass Library (4-7 year olds) Start time 10am. Registration Charity Shop Counselling Services (SFRC) Open every Thursday. See page time 8am at the Auburn Lodge 10.00am - 12.30pm Hotel, Ennis. €20 for adults, €15 4 or call 086 2202663 for more Sit n Knit Womens Circle for children under 14 years of details. 7.30pm Meet, mingle and trade yarns age (including Santa Suit). 2-5, 9-12 & 16-23 December with local knitters (including crocheting or 4 December Children at the Castle tapestry). Tel 061 707600 Ballycasey Craft & Evenings Wednesday Design Centre Open Day Mini panto & dinner for all Scrabble Club for Adults Bring the kids along to our the family. Call 061 360788 2pm Sean Lemass Library. festive open day to see Santa for more details or see www. Thursday and Mrs Claus and listen to the shannonheritage.com Charity Shop carol singers. 2 December 10.30 - 4.00pm at Shannon Christian Church. Storytime, Sixmilebridge 4-11 December Fill a bag for €5 and enjoy a free cup of soup, Christmas Craft Fair Library tea or coffee. Annual Christmas Craft Fair Craft time for Children Weekly every Thursday at 4pm takes place in Sean Lemass 4pm Sean Lemass Library (7+ year olds) for children aged 4-7. Public Library, Shannon. Park AFC Training Cross Stitch Workshop 6pm Training for Under 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10’s at the Fine hand crafted items are made every second Thursday at 4pm GAA astroturf pitches. Continues every by skilled local craftspeople in for ages 8-12. Thursday. the Shannon community. Creative Writing Circle (SFRC) 3 December 11-12 December 7.30pm - 9.30 pm Childrens Book Club, Visit Santas Aero Grotto Friday Sixmilebridge Library at Atlantic AirVenture Toddlers Inc (SFRC) The childrens book club meets Sit with him in the cockpit of 10.00am - 12.00 monthly on Fridays at 4pm. his BAC 1-11 aeroplane and he Kick Back Café The book they are reading is might explain how he really 5pm – 10pm. Respond Community Building ‘The Black Book of Secrete’ by makes good time navigating the Saturday F.E. Higgins. New members are world on Christmas Eve! Shannon Flyers always welcome. Please phone Call Jane Magill 061 363687 or 10am (Community Hall, Newmarket-onthe library on 061 369678 for 087 2037487 for more details Fergus) more information. Kick Back Café 4pm – 9pm. Respond Community Building Sunday t: 086 3714804 Trampoline Club e: judith@scenemedia.ie w: www.shannonscene.com 11am – 1pm
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15 December Poetry Book Launch Launch of poetry book by Dermot Maguire in Sean Lemass Library at 4.00pm 16 December Shannon Caring Cuppa Kitchen Christmas Lunch 10.30 - 4.00pm at Shannon Christian Church. Fill a bag for €5 and enjoy a free Christmas lunch. 18-19 December Model Aircraft Exhibition @ Atlantic AirVenture from 12-6pm Drop in to see an award winning collection of Model Aircraft on Exhibit by the IPMS. There’s Free Admission to our Aviation Visitor Centre All Weekend! 27 December - 9 January Centrestage Panto ‘Beauty and The Beast’ by Mike DON’T BE LEFT OUT IN THE COLD .......
Finn starring Myles Breen as Mrs Potts will be showing at LIT Millennium Theatre from 27th December to 9th January. Call 061 322322 to book or see www.centrestagepanto.com for more details.
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MILLERS LOFT - NEW CAFE & BISTRO IN SIXMILEBRIDGE A lot of people will know Joe Bracken as the friendly face from Angel Flowers where he worked for the past 5 years. But before that he worked as a chef in several places in Shannon, including the Great Southern and Element Six, and he has always wanted to return to the restaurant business. When the opportunity to take over the Dine and Wine Bistro in Sixmilebridge in the summer came up he jumped at the chance to take the three year lease. He was a bit apprehensive at first, but after doing some research he realised that there was no coffee shop in Sixmilebridge and what people want is a place to go where there is plain, simple food at a reasonable price. So Joe has opened the Millers Loft, serving breakfast, lunches and dinners in the lovely setting beside the river.
It is a great place to meet for breakfast or a morning coffee and also delicious lunches. The Millers Loft is also open on Friday and Saturday evenings for fabulous bistro style dinners. Joe’s aim is to provide traditional food at affordable prices as he is aware that eating out is reduced during a recession, and his prices reflect this. Joe is very optimistic about the future of the business and his enthusiasm for the business is obvious when you walk through the door.There is always a very warm smile and welcome, and the food is all home cooked and delicious. He wants to provide a gathering place where people can meet and have a chat. There is seating for 20 people upstairs and 4 downstairs, with a marquee at the rear of the premises which caters for larger groups. Two local girls have been employed in the business. The Millers Loft can be booked for parties or special occasions and is currently taking Christmas bookings. Special Christmas dinner menu at €30 per person, including a bottle of wine per couple. It opens daily (except Monday) with late opening on Friday and Saturday.
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Electrical Services. All electrical work undertaken; new houses, extensions, old fuse boards replaced, electrical testing and safety inspections. Contact Brian O’Dwyer on 086 105 1337 or to pre-tests. Flexible hours, early bird, night owl, weekends. Hourly Brian McInerney on 087 9386637 rates/Student rates. Dual control car. Contact Helen today Office 061 HOLISTIC THERAPIES 476795 Mobile 087 9516209. Email: Craniosacral Therapy Light touch helensofm@gmail.com natural therapy helps relieve stress, ------------------------------------------------migraine, anxiety, back, jaw problems, Markus Gut Top-Drive School of etc. Reiki & Reflexology also available. Motoring RSA Approved, Car & (Gift vouchers available). For
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LIMERICK ON ICE Limerick on Ice festive event will begin from December 9th to January 9th at its home in Arthur’s Quay Park right in the heart of Limerick City. Easy to find and easy to park. Limerick on Ice are celebrating their 7th Birthday and have lots of new ideas and attractions to help beat those recession blues. Special deals that will put a smile on everyones face from the young to the old alike. The home for the Ice rink will be a large marquee which will have glass walls as part of the structure and will incorporate an Ice Café where you can get a Tea or Coffee to heat up or if you are there just to watch, festive snacks will be available. The ice rink in Limerick has had many celebrities glide over its glass like surface. Several Mayors, well know TV personalities, models and even the Munster wives and girfriends. Scout Troops, Girl-guides, corporate groups, schools and corporate groups are entitled to special rates for any group of 10, for as little as €8 with free admittance for teachers. Bookings can be made on 061 400200.
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Shannon Gospel Choir Update Shannon Gospel Choir are gearing up for a busy Christmas season. They will be singing at the six Christmas Party Nights at the Limerick Strand Hotel, where they will be giving some Christmas classics a gospel make-over and mixing in some well known seasonal carols with their own varied repertoire. This is the second year of being asked to kickstart the party nights at the Strand Hotel, setting the tone for the festive evening. Shannon Gospel Choir will also be singing in Shannon at the children’s Christmas Eve mass in Mary Immaculate Church at 18:30. Early in the New Year Shannon Gospel choir will be heading up to RTE1 Studios in Dublin, to sing at a live televised mass on Sunday morning the 16th January. It is
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also planned to celebrate their second year together by putting on a concert in and around April/May 2011.
Ariston College has relocated Ariston College has relocated to a more central position in Shannon in Abbey House (opposite Peach House) and we are pleased to announce our new Irish language department. Irish language courses will be available to all from Christmas onwards. These courses will cover all different levels of ability, there really will be something for everybody. Call us if you are interested in after school supervised study or grinds in any subject. Ariston College are also delighted to announce the launch of our new FETAC Medical Secretary and Medical Audio Transcription course available through distance learning. Also a new FETAC Level 5 Legal Secretarial course will be coming soon and many more courses will be available through distance learning. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook. If you have any queries or are interested in finding out more about any of these courses, you can contact Ariston College on (061) 708852 or info@aristoncollege.com. Tá fáilte roimh gach éinne!
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Shannon Folk Group
The Shannon Folk Group was founded in 1978 to sing at mass in the Comprehensive School hall while the new church (Ss John & Paul) was being built. Made up mainly of teenagers from the charismatic prayer group that was in place in the town, the group moved to Ss John & Paul on its opening in 1979. The group has been singing at 10am mass in the church since and has a strong senior and junior
membership. All are welcome and encouraged to participate. They also sing at Christmas morning mass each year. They rehearse each Saturday morning at 11am in the church and are always looking for new members. If anyone would like to join the group please get in touch with any of the main contacts for the group who are: Deirdre McNelis, Maria Kelly, Don O’Sullivan and Martin McNelis. They can also be contacted via their website which is www.rineanna.com.
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Maloney Garden Machinery Large selection of Berg Toys GREAT PRICES! Huge selection of Christmas Trees, Christmas Lights, Icicle Lights, Rope Lights, Outdoor Decorations on display Unit 2, Main Rd, Smithstown, Shannon 061 364300 www.maloneygm.ie
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Shannon Recycling Centre T: 061 364483. Hours of opening: Mon: Closed, Tues: 10am – 5pm, Wed: 10am – 5pm, Thurs: 12pm – 8pm, Fri: 12pm – 6pm, Sat: 9am – 3pm, Sun: Closed Items accepted: Glass Bottles & Jars, Aluminium cans, Steel/ Tin Cans, Plastic Bottles, newspapers & Magazines, Cardboard, Tetrapak, Waste Oil, Oil Filters, Batteries, Metal, Textiles, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Timber. Composters available for purchase. Please Note: Items accepted from domestic/householders only. SHannon christian church (Beside Indigo Signs) Sunday Service 10 am. Tel: 061 364202 ALL WELCOME. CHRISTCHURCH, SHANNON Service every 1st and 3rd Sunday at 11am. Bible study every 2nd and 4th Saturday at 7pm in the Manse. Minister 061 363717. All welcome. St Senans Parish, Shannon www.shannonparish.ie. office@shannonparish.ie Mary Immaculate Church, Corrib DR Sunday Masses: 9.00am, 11.00am Daily Mass: in Jubilee Chapel, 9.30am SS. John & Paul, Tullyvaraga Sunday Masses: Saturday vigil 6.30pm Sunday 10.00am, 12.15pm Daily Mass: Monday to Friday 7.00pm Adoration Chapel, Town Centre Eucharistic Adoration Monday – Friday 10am until 9.00pm Daily Mass: Monday - Friday at 10am Please Note: No Adoration on Bank Holidays Convent Oratory Mass on First Friday at 8.00am Airport Oratory Sundays 8.45am Sean Lemass Public Library. Opening hours: Mon. 10.00 - 1.00 2.00 – 5.30, Tues 10.00- 8.00, Wed & Thurs 10.00 - 5.30, Fri 10.00 – 8.00, Sat 10.00-2.00. Tel: 061 364266 Citizens Information Centre Unit 1 Business Centre, Shannon Town Centre Opening Hours Mon – Fri 9.30am – 5pm, Lunch 1.00 – 2.00pm. 061 364704 or 364705. cicshannon@eircom.net 21 c h r i stm a s 2 0 1 0
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