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Ardagh Social Services is a voluntary group that runs social mornings, health talks, day trips and outings for the parish's older residents and anyone who would enjoy the company. Recent events include a Staying Independent as We Age day, a Christmas party, a wreath demonstration, trips to Knock and the Fr Peyton Centre, and coffee mornings for local charities. Events are low cost or free, lunch or tea is usually part of the day, lifts can often be arranged, and booking is needed for some events. The group also hosts Ardagh Social Dancing, and both the dancing and the 25 Card Game help fund its events.

When we meetRegular social mornings and talks at the centre; see What's On
ContactContact: Elaine O'Boyle · Trips and day outs: Mary McAndrew · Trips and day outs: Lena Sly
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Poster for the Ardagh Social Services trip to the Fr Peyton Centre, Attymass, on Tuesday 30 June

Social ServicesFri 12 Jun

Fr Peyton day trip to Attymass, Tuesday 30 June

Ardagh Social Services organised a day trip to the Fr Peyton Centre in Attymass, Co. Mayo, on Tuesday 30 June. The bus left Ardagh Community Centre at 10.30am, with a cup of tea on arrival, Mass at 12.15pm, and at 1pm a two-course lunch with tea or coffee. The day finished with music until 3.30 or 4pm, and the bus returned to the centre at about 4pm. The cost was €20 per person, with part of the cost subsidised. What a fantastic day it was. Great company, plenty of laughter, shared memories and a lovely atmosphere from start to finish. Days like these are a great reminder of the importance of coming together as a community and enjoying time with friends, both old and new. A sincere thank you to everyone who travelled, helped with the organisation, and contributed in any way. We hope everyone arrived home safely with lots of happy memories, and we look forward to doing it all again next year.

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Social ServicesMon 28 Sep

Social dance lessons with Gerry Griffin start Wednesday 21 October

New social dance lessons are coming to Ardagh. Fancy learning to dance, getting a bit of exercise and having a great night out? Come along to Ardagh Community Centre every Wednesday evening from 8 to 9:30pm, starting Wednesday 21 October, with Gerry Griffin. Jive, waltz, quickstep, line dancing and more. Suitable for all ages and abilities. €10 payable on the door.

Social ServicesMon 28 Sep

Thank you for a lovely Sunday tea morning

Ardagh Social Services held a tea morning in the centre after Mass on Sunday 27 September. Thank you to everyone who came along, to those who baked and poured, and to all who helped set up and clear away. Keep an eye on What's On for the next one; everyone is welcome.

Social ServicesThu 17 Sep

Staying Independent as We Age: thank you to our speakers

On Wednesday 16 September Ardagh Social Services hosted "Staying Independent as We Age" in the centre: expert talks from an occupational therapist and a physiotherapist at 11am, followed by lunch and music. Thank you to our speakers, to everyone who came, and to all who made the day run so well. The cost was subsidised at €10 a head. Photos to follow.

Social ServicesThu 11 Jun

Thank you to Lisheen Cooneal Crossmolina Cycling Club

Ardagh Social Services are very grateful to Lisheen Cooneal Crossmolina Cycling Club for their generous contribution and support from their recent Memorial Cycle. Ardagh Social Services are a voluntary group and provide services and events to support and benefit our local community and surrounding areas.