The diary your whats on guide
There’s lots happening this weekend and over the coming week and it’s sure to keep the whole family entertained.
FRIDAY, APRIL 24
REAL MCCOY
The Real McCoy is back in the Dean Crowe Theatre this Friday, April 24. The hilarious comedy is set to give audiences a heart-warming two hours of rural comedy like never before! For booking, 090 6492129.
CHARITY CONCERT
A charity concert, “Springtime Classics”, will be held in Meelick Church, Ballinasloe featuring Walter Hein and Friends. Proceeds in aid of East Galway and Midlands Cancer Support Services. Tickets available from Eyrecourt Active Retirement members.
KILBEGGAN RACES
An evening of fun at Kilbeggan Races is on the cards on Friday, April 24. First race is off at 5pm.
BALLINASLOE MARKET
Ballinasloe indoor country market takes place every Friday morning, 9.30am to 1.30pm, at Ballinasloe Town Hall, Society Street. Contact 087 6454206.
LOCAL SOCCER
Athlone Town FC entertain Waterford Utd in their latest match in this season’s SSE Airtricity League First Division. Kick-off at Lissywollen is scheduled for 7.45pm.
FIT CLUB
Castledaly Fit Club continues Tuesdays and Fridays 7pm at the GAA Grounds so take advantage of the stretch in the evenings and join in the fun.
YOUTH CHOIR
Coosan Youth Choir is looking for new members from 4th class upwards. Practice on Fridays at 7.45pm in Our Lady Queen of Peace Church. Youth choir sings at the 10.30am Mass in Our Lady Queen of Peace. For more information contact 086 2463181.
SATURDAY, APRIL 25
APPAREL REUNION
Athlone Apparel and Tops of the Town reunion 40th anniversary will take place in the Shamrock Lodge Hotel on Saturday, April 25, next. Music by Brian Sullivan and guest artist in aid of the Westmeath Hospice & Athlone Carmelite Lourdes Fund. For tickets contact 085 6877629, 086 1000364 or 087 6220488 after 6pm.
ATHLONE SCHOOLS YOUTH ORCHESTRA
Athlone Schools Youth Orchestra meets every Saturday in St Peter’s NS from 3pm to 5pm. Anyone interested in joining can check out the group’s Facebook page, or call Paul 087 6022478.
SUNDAY, APRIL 26
FROM THE WATERS TO THE SKIES: A Celebration of Westmeath
This is the final day to see the selection of art works drawn from the Westmeath County Art Collections, that has showcased in Luan Gallery during the months of March and April. The exhibition, hosted by Athlone Arts and Tourism, features works from a variety of artists, all of whom are connected with Westmeath and presents a cross section of both landscape and abstract works. For more information contact info@luangallery.ie or 090 6442154
ATHLONE 5K/10K RUN
The Athlone 5K/10K Run, sponsored by Kennedy’s Spar Express in Monksland will take place on Sunday, April 26 next in Clonown, Athlone. 10K run begins at 2.30pm 5K Run at 2pm. Registration begins on the day at 12.30pm. Register online at http://registration.precisiontiming.net
FOOTBALL LEAGUE FINAL
Roscommon’s senior footballers are already assured of promotion to Division 1 of the National Football League for next year, but John Evans’ side will bid to seal a memorable League campaign by beating Down in the Division 2 Football Final at Croke Park, Dublin (2pm).
SOUTH ROS CYCLING CLUB
There’s a route for everyone. Don’t be afraid to get that bike out of the garage/shed/ditch & come along for the fun! The South Roscommon Leisure Cycling Club is open to all cyclists regardless of your cycling capabilities. We’d love to see current members and new members coming along and taking part. Cycle takes place every Sunday, starting at Clann na nGael club house at 10am. Contact 087 9358070 or check out our facebook for more details.
MONDAY, APRIL 27
PILATES
Pilates (STOTT) takes place at the studio in Irishtown on Mondays. Beginners and intermediate women’s pilates at 6.30pm, pregnancy pilates at 7.30pm. Intermediate pilates on Tuesday at 6pm in the studio. Contact 086 440 3110 for more information or to book a place.
TUESDAY, APRIL 28
LINE DANCING
Line dancing classes take place in Athlone GAA Club, Ballymahon Road, every Tuesday. Beginners 7-8pm. Admission €8. For more information contact 086 1099388.
TODDLER GROUP
Tang Toddler Group meets every Tuesday morning in Tang Community Centre from 10.30am to 12.30pm. This is a great way to meet other people with babies and young children in the area. Adults can chat and share their experiences while children play in a safe environment. Parents, guardians, grandparents, and minders all welcome.
COMING SOON
ALL-IRELAND DRAMA FESTIVAL
The All-Ireland Drama Festival is pencilled in to run from April 30 to May 8 nightly at 8pm. Tickets go on sale at theatre box office from Thursday, April 9.
HOCKEY 5-A-SIDE
Athlone Hockey Club are hosting an open Ladies, Mens and Mixed 5 a-side competition on May 2 and 3 next starting at 9am Saturday morning with finals starting at 10am on the Sunday. Any level can enter. Entry Fee of €175 for squad of 7 also covers the entry to the BBQ and music on Saturday night in the Bounty. For the mixed competition, if you need numbers, or for further information call Linda on 087 2367844.
DARKNESS INTO LIGHT
The annual ‘Darkness into Light’ 5k walk/run will take place at 4.15am on Saturday morning, May 9. It takes place from the Athlone Town FC stadium and all proceeds raised will go to support the suicide and self-harm charity Pieta House.
WESTMEATH STYLE AWARDS
The inaugural Westmeath Style Awards, in association with Specsavers, is the hottest ticket of the summer. The Gala Awards Night will take place at the Sheraton Hotel in Athlone on Friday, May 15.