Jan,2024
Our lovely Ukrainian friends invited Club members to a beautiful evening of Song, Music and Culture on Sunday Nov 26th at 6.30pm in Macalla Hall, Lough Lannagh holiday Village. Our super talented friends put on an excellent show. And the food after the show was delicious.
Two of our Ukrainian friends, Nadiia and Sveta sang ‘Sé mo Laoch’ – well done girls , ye did a fantastic job. The ladies song featured on the Connaught Telegraph (local newspaper) facebook page! (see below).
Connaught Telegraph – 26th Nov 2023
Connaught Telegraph: Members of the Ukraine community in Castlebar singing ‘Irish Song’ at the concert tonight at Lough Lannagh Holiday Village entitled “With Ukraine in Our Hearts.”View Here: https://fb.watch/pmv9JkIrrM/
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MORE PHOTOS… (click on photos to enlarge)
Svita’s nice thank you message on Graine Mhaol whatsapp.
Jun,2023
On Tues 13th June, a large group of Men and Women from Ballina came to Lough Lannagh for their first paddling session. While it was only on land, due to Thunder and Lightning, they had great fun and a little taste of what is yet to come.
This eager bunch are setting up a Dragon boat Club in Ballina, Co.Mayo and it will mean that there will be 2 clubs in the county. GMDBC are looking forward to many more meet ups with their Ballina Buddies.
In the photograph, Louise is showing the group how to sit in the boat and the technique that is used when paddling.
Gráine Mhaol Dragon Boat Club wish Pat, Denise and all the gang the best of luck in the process.
Jun,2023
Valley Loop Walk Achill Sunday 9th July 2023
The Social Committee (Helen/Maura/Teresa) would like to invite club members on the afternoon of Sunday 9th July to a delightful event filled with Sea, Sand, Faeries and Folklore on the beautiful beaches and headlands of the Golden Strand Beach, Dugort, Achill Island.
If you would like to partake of a swim before the walk , please arrive At 3pm to Masterson’s Bar Car park. We will then proceed at 4pm with an enchanting one hour walk across the beautiful beaches and head for the infamous Valley House where refreshments are available. There while resting/dining you will listen to the history of the house and the area especially the tales of “The Playboy and The Yellow Lady”, a tale of intrigue, arson and murderous intent.
You can also visit the magical woodland Faerie Trail with Irish folk tales, faerie villages, faerie rings, leprechauns and much more (cost €3pp).
We will then proceed on the loop walk back to the parking area of Masterson’s Bar. The Valley Loop Walk is 8.5km and classed as easy. Please say “yes” if you would like to join us on this wonderful magical experience.
