HISTORY OF ATHENRY  

Athenry Community Council Trust  Limited

Established since l977, Athenry Community Council consists of a voluntary body of people representative of every area in the parish. Responsible for many significant developments such as playing fields and dressing rooms for a range of sports, it also has many exciting ongoing projects including Park Development, Community Bingo, The Heritage Centre and Community Lotto.
The present Council was elected in June 1993 for a three year term and meets on the first Monday of every month.
To facilitate the smooth running of the Council the following committees were put in place:- 
Bingo Committee
This committee organises and runs weekly Bingo in the Athenry Community Hall every Wednesday night. Your attendance would be greatly appreciated.
Property Committee
They oversee the Property of the Athenry Community Council Trust Ltd.
Finance Committee
The function of this committee is primarily the co-ordination of the fund-raising projects and events.
Park Development
This sub-committee works with the aid of FÁS. This is now nearing completion and a credit to the workers involved with the development of it.
Tourism and Heritage
This committee boasts representation from a number of organisations in the parish. Its aim is to promote Athenry’s heritage and tourism potential. This group has achieved "Heritage Status" for Athenry.
Functions Committee
Visitors and teams are welcomed by this committee.
Lotto Committee
This committee recently launched the Athenry Community Council Lotto. Envelopes are available in several retail outlets in the town and from Community Council Representatives throughout the parish. The draw takes place every Wednesday night and the support of the whole community would be greatly appreciated.