Ballinasloe Social Services

14/10/2026

Peter & Bernie Campbell are taking part in the Dublin Marathon 2026 on Sunday 25th October. They are currently training hard. They have chosen Ballinasloe Social Services & East Galway & Midlands Cancer Support as the charities to benefit from their endeavours. To donate simply click on the link below

Peter and Bernie Campbell's Fundraising Page for Ballinasloe Social Services and East Galway & Midlands Cancer Support, created by Peter and Bernie Campbell | iDonate.ie

13/10/2026

📚 A Cradle of Hurling – Stories from Southeast Galway

What a wonderful celebration of our local history, our communities and our great hurling and camogie tradition.

47 different local writers have contributed short stories about life, hurling and camogie in East Galway from 1869 right through to 2026 — bringing together more than 150 years of stories, memories, characters and sporting history.

The book will be officially launched by Jarlath Burns:

📅 29th October
🕢 7.30pm
📍 Gullane’s Hotel, Ballinasloe

And best of all, all proceeds from the book will go to Ballinasloe Social Services, supporting the invaluable work they do in our community.

A lovely local project and a very worthy cause. All are welcome. 🏑📖

13/10/2026

📚 A Cradle of Hurling – Stories from Southeast Galway

What a wonderful celebration of our local history, our communities and our great hurling and camogie tradition.

47 different local writers have contributed short stories about life, hurling and camogie in East Galway from 1869 right through to 2026 — bringing together more than 150 years of stories, memories, characters and sporting history.

The book will be officially launched by Jarlath Burns:

📅 29th October
🕢 7.30pm
📍 Gullane’s Hotel, Ballinasloe

And best of all, all proceeds from the book will go to Ballinasloe Social Services, supporting the invaluable work they do in our community.

A lovely local project and a very worthy cause. All are welcome. 🏑📖

12/10/2026

Don't they wear them well!! Delighted to have new polo shirts with our BSS logo for transport staff. Thank you to Val Colleran from Utah Ballinasloe who sponsored the new polo shirts, it is very much appreciated. Pictured are Gerry Mulkerns(Locum bus driver) Michael Lally BSS Chairperson, staff Richard Greene,Joanie Kilgannon & Mary Egan together with Teresa Coughlan, Director of Services & Mandy Lloyd, Day Centre Manager.

12/10/2026

There is a Managing Challenging Behaviour course for Parents, Guardians, Caregivers and people working with Children on 15th & 22nd 2026 from 10am to 2pm in the Clonfert Family Centre, Brackernagh, Ballinasloe H53NX59

Managing challenging behaviour for parents of young people who act out aggressively or are emotionally dysregulated, covering trauma and understanding behaviours related to School Refusal.

This is for all parents of preschool, primary, secondary and young adult children. The aim is to support Parents, Guardians, Caregivers to keep themselves and their children safe and help their child to develop new ways of coping.

Spaces are limited. To book a space, call Lina on 0851704925 or email [email protected]

10/10/2026

Less than a week to go. Get your teams together and come and support Ballinasloe Social Services fundraiser!! Raffle on the night. Feel free to share
Ballinasloe Life Magazine

09/10/2026

Congrats to Sean & Mary Martyn

09/10/2026

Winner of our September Limited Draw is
Sean & Mary Martyn.
Congratulations

03/10/2026

Just under 2 weeks to go. Get those brains and pencils sharpened. Raffle on the night. Please support and feel free to share!!

01/10/2026

A Free THINK SMART Cyber Safety and Mindset Event is happening in Gullan's Hotel, Ballinasloe, on 15th October.
Organised by Galway County Local Community Safety Partnership, this informative and engaging event is designed to empower parents, caregivers, teachers, coaches, and the wider community with the knowledge and practical tools needed to help safeguard young people online and support their wellbeing in today's digital world.
This event will be delivered by Aoife Noone, Cyber Security and Mindset Expert and feature special guest speakers including:
A Detective from the Garda National Cyber Crime Bureau
A Child & Adolescent Therapist and Parent Mentor
Spaces are limited, so to register, please email [email protected] or click on https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=qsAX-W0AQ02S0r5VLuKPdQbijehsaR5Dgz0LEPrHM9VUNlI4RVM4SE5XRUZUNTJIVk1BVEY2V09aMyQlQCNjPTEu&route=shorturl