Boyle Community Notes Week beginning 21st July (Week 29)
BOYLE ARTS FESTVAL
The nationally
renowned Boyle Arts Festival will launch on Thursday 23th July and open fully
on Friday July 24th continuing until Saturday August 1st. The programme is
already bursting at the seams with an eclectic mix of visual arts, music,
drama, film, free family events, craft workshops, storytelling, readings and
much more and is now in circulation around the town. Booking is advisable for all events and
this can be done at the Festival office, next door to Marian’s, Bridge St.
Boyle. Drop in to pick up a programme or to find out about the other exciting
events. The office is open every day (excluding Sundays) from Friday July
17th until August 1st. Online booking is
available for selected events at www.eventbrite.com For more information, see our full programme
or go to www.boylearts.com Tel. 071
9663085. Email info@boylearts.com or follow us on Facebook,
www.twitter.com/boyle_arts and Google+
SUMMER READING BUZZ
Following the
great success of the first two years of the summer reading challenge, the Boyle
Library have joined up with a number of other local authorities to offer
children the opportunity of taking part in the 2015 Summer Reading Buzz. The
challenge will take place through the months of July and August. Children will
register for the challenge and receive a loyalty card, and a small gift. With
every book the child reads they will have their card stamped and once they have
read six books they will receive a small prize, and on completing the challenge
by reading ten books they will receive further prizes. When the child has
completed the challenge and filled in their card (ten stamps = ten library
books read) they will also receive a certificate at the end of the summer.
Registration cards are available in the Boyle Library.
SECRET GARDENS
These hidden
gardens, large/small and in some wonderful settings which offer inspiration,
ideas and tranquillity – a perfect day out.
One such garden belongs to Saffron Thomas and Ian Stanley. The garden
which has been created by two artists in an intimate rural setting combine’s
productivity, ornamental planting and permaculture. The garden opens to view
from 11am until 5pm on Sunday 26th July 2nd August and 6th
September. The garden can be found on the Boyle /Frenchpark Road, turn right at
the Saddlers Inn, after approx 2.5km keep right on the bend, take 2nd
lane on right and entrance just after first cottage.
TALES OF ALES
An evening of
storytelling, history and beer tasting from sisters Susan Boyle (creator of “A
Wine Goose Chase”) and Judith Boyle (MSc Chemistry and Beer Sommelier). Taking
place on Friday 24th July at 10pm in Daly’s Bar with doors opening
at 9.30pm. In this enjoyable and enlightening event, specially created for
Boyle Arts Festival, Susan and Judith will lead you through a taste filled
journey discovering the stories behind some of the world’s most loved beers and
delving into some of Ireland’s most intriguing craft brews.
GALLIPOLI 1915
Oliver Fallon is
a native of Boyle, Co Roscommon and one of the founder members of the New
Connaught Rangers Association, founded in 2002. He has contributed to numerous
TV and radio documentaries and publications. He has carried out extensive
research on the history of the Connaught Rangers and their campaigns and will
talk on the ill-fated Gallipoli campaign which cost the lives of so many,
including many Irishmen, 100 years ago. Friday 24th July at 6pm in King House
doors open at 5.30
THE
MATCHMAKER
Starring television favourite Mary McEvoy and actor and
comedian Jon Kenny, The Matchmaker is based on the novella “Letters of a County
Matchmaker” by John B. Keane, one of Ireland’s most celebrated writers. The play follows the efforts of Dicky Mick Dicky O Connor to make matches
for the lonely and lovelorn from all parts of the country. At the centre of this celebrated production is John B
Keane’s marvellous and mischievous wit coupled by his unparalleled way with
words. John B. Keane takes us back to a simpler time, when even phones were few
and far between and the only web was one left behind by spiders. The show is
directed by Michael Scott and not suitable for audiences under 16 years. Taking
place in St Josephs Hall on Saturday 25th July, this is one not to
be missed.
DE DANNAN
Irish
Traditional Music performers will be appearing in the Church of
Ireland on Friday,
25th July at 8pm in (Doors 7.30pm) For
more information, see the full programme or go to www.boylearts.com Tel. 071 9663085. Email info@boylearts.com or
follow us on Facebook, www.twitter.com/boyle_arts and Google+
Honda 50
Run
The Honda 50 run
for all size bikes will be taking place on Sunday July 26th, meeting at Tawnytaskin
Community Centre, Boyle Co. Roscommon. Entries are been taken from 10:30 am
with refreshments being served all morning. Bikes are scheduled to leave at
12:30 for the round trip, returning 3:30- 4:00, a meal will be served
afterwards with a raffle. So why not come along and enjoy the bikes, have a chat
and a cuppa with the locals. For more information contact Mary on: 085-1618420
or Ann: 086-8130005
BOYLE
& DISTRICT Angling CLUB
The Paddy
Sharkey Memorial Perpetual Lough Gara Cup Open Pike Angling Competition (boat
fishing) will take place on Sunday 26th July. Fishing from 11am until 6pm.
Entries will be taken at Templeronan Pier. Presentation in the Moylurg Inn at
8:30pm. Refreshments served at the Lakeshore throughout the day. This is a
Strict Catch and Release Policy. For further information Contact Jane at 086 8301261
.
The
Michael Coleman Story
This year is the
70th Anniversary of the death in New York of Michael Coleman, that
renowned fiddle player from Knockgrania who emigrated to America one hundred
and one years ago. To fittingly mark
these anniversaries, the weekly summer sessions in the Coleman Music Centre
tells the story of Michael Coleman. (1891-1945) Michael Coleman himself, very
well portrayed by Eamon McCoy resonates his life story. Show runs each
Wednesday during July and August at 9pm. Booking at 0719182599 or
www.colemanirishmusic.com
Summer
soccer camp at Boyle Celtic
The FAI Summer
Soccer Camp is coming to Boyle this August. 5 days of top quality coaching will
take place in Celtic Park, Boyle from August 10th to the 14th 2015. Camps are
open to boys and girls aged between 6 and 14. They run from 10.30am until 3pm
Monday to Friday. Cost is €65 with participants receiving a kit jersey, shorts,
socks, backpack, football and certificate. Book online at
summersoccerschools.ie or call 1890 653 653
.
BOYLE GOLF CLUB
Open week
finished on Sunday12th July with an 18 hole stroke for Ladies and Gents. At the
final presentation on Sunday evening Club Captains Sandra McCrann & Michael
Rush thanked members and visitors for their great support. The raffle hamper
was won by Seamus Gallagher, 2nd Prize Mandy Toolan, 3rd Attracta Keville. Golf
lessons take place this Wednesday evening 6.30-7.30pm with PGA Professional
Philip Murphy. The lesson run for six consecutive Wednesdays and are open to
all golfers. Cost per lesson is €5.00 per person. Private lessons can be
arranged by appointment. To book a place or for more information call 086
0682116
BOYLE FARMERS MARKET
The Market is
open from 10am to 2pm each and every Saturday in the grounds of King House,
Boyle. If you would like to enjoy the best locally grown fresh and organic
produce, then a trip to Boyle Farmers’ Market on Saturday should be on your
agenda. There is a wide range of seasonal produce, including organic fruit and
vegetables, homemade jams and marmalade, organic free range eggs, fruit juices,
gluten free/ sour dough/ spelt bread and all kinds of delicious home bakes are
available every week. Alongside the food stalls are a number of crafters
selling their handmade wares, personalized candles and knitwear. So why not
come along and have a chat with the stall holders and avail of their ideas. For
further information please a call Una Bhan on 071 9663 033.
Bingo in
Boyle
Every Tuesday
evening in St. Josephs Hall Boyle at 8.30pm until 10.30pm. €1000 Jackpot to be
won every week.
CV & OFFICE SERVICES
Are you looking
for a new job? Are you having difficulty putting together your CV? Would you
like some help? Then why not call into the Úna Bhán office in the grounds of
King House, Boyle, where we will be delighted to give you any help, advice or
information we can. A good CV could make all the difference in getting your job
application through to the interview stage. We have a template and sheet of
helpful tips to guide you through the process. We will also type your CV if you
cannot do this yourself. Or you may just want to call in for a chat about your
CV. All information will be treated in the strictest of confidence. For more
details, contact Úna Bhán Tourism on 071 9663033. We also offer office services
such as Photo Copying, Scanning, Laminating, Typing, Faxing, Binding and
Printing are carried out at the Una Bhan office in the grounds of King House,
for further information please contact the office on 071 9663033.
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