The Slavin Poetry of Katherine C. Elliott by Vivienne Ferguson

On Tuesday 24th October the Slavin Poetry Book of Katherine C. Elliott by Vivienne Ferguson was launched in the Wark Hall, Belleek.  The Bishop of Clogher Rt Rev John McDowell launched the book. The evening was chaired by local historian Joe O’Loughlin, a contributor to the book. Also present were local MLA Rosemary Barton, Alex Baird, Vice Chairman of Omagh and Fermanagh Council, Rev. Noel Regan, Rev. Nigel Kirkpatrick, Rev. Samson Ajuka, and Rev. Ngozi Njoku. We were very pleased to have a grandson of Katherine Elliott present, Ernie Elliott from Blaney, Derrygonnelly  and also a number of great grandchildren. Pamela O’Regan and Ernest McAllister travelled especially from Cork.  Soinbhe Lally and her sister Patricia attended as did Robin Ferguson.  Soinbhe was also a contributor to the book. Audrey Ovens sang three solos and she also contributed poetry and drawings for the book. Local artist Michelle Duffy contributed illustrations for the book.
Other entertainment was provided by local dancers and musicians from Belleek.
Supper was served at the end of the evening.
We are grateful to Pat O’Loughlin who made an excellent DVD of the evening.
The publication of the book was made possible by a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Slavin Parish are very grateful for this. We also acknowledge the immense amount of work done for the book by the author Vivienne Ferguson, who is married to Robin, a great grandson of Katherine. Copies of the Book and DVD can be obtained by contacting the Rector, Rev. Ngozi Njoku  on 02868658699.