DAFFODIL DAY
The organisers of Daffodil
Day 2018 wish to compliment the
following who helped in various ways to make the collection a success. They
would like to thank The Businesses, Nursing Homes, the Yoga Class, the staff
and pupils of Abbey Community College who allowed the collection to take place
either in or at their premises. Also the kind people who provided the
collectors with Tea and Coffee throughout the day. We also thank the local
Media outlets and St Joseph’s Parish Newsletter for the publicity they afforded
this collection. Finally, and most importantly we wish to thank you the members
of the public who once again contributed so generously to this most worthy
cause. The total amount collected for 2018, amounted to €6,648. Mile Buiochas.
NATIONAL TRANSPORT AUTHORITY
The Boyle
to Lough Key Forest Park Service from King House Bus Stop is now up and running
until 31st October 2018. The Lough Key Forest Park Service
links visitors to the park seven days per week, providing four return scheduled
services daily. It also serves Boyle Marina.
Curlew Walkers Club
The next meeting of the Curlew Walkers will be taking place on Sunday 5th April, meeting
on the Crescent at 10am. Your leader for the day on the day will be Pam Barnes
087 202
7513. This will be a Climb/ Flat Grade A/C, Nephin/knockvicar bog walk. Please
confirm times with leader or website prior to each walk www.walkingboyle.com.
MONTY & MICHELL MEMORIAL GIG
A Fundraising concert remembering Michelle and
Monty Montgomery will
take place in St. Joseph’s Hall on Saturday
April 7th from 8.30pm,Artists performing
will include: Helen Grehan, Frankie Simon, Michael Harrington,
Brendan Howley, Bernard Flaherty, John Costello,
Derek Caldbeck, Brendan Maloney, Brendan McGee, Matt Burke, Seamie Simon,
Dodd’s Traditional Session Group, Billy McAuley (Mullingar), David
Byrne,Francie Lenehan, Johnny McGlynn, Donal O’Connor, Sean Nicholson,George
Mullaney, Pat Hever, Seamie Carr and more BYOB (Bring Your Own
Bottle).Admission optional with proceeds in aid of North-West and Mayo /Roscommon Hospice.
CASTLECOOTE HOUSE MYTHS & HISTORY
Castlecoote House is hosting a second series of Myth
& History Series of talks. The next one will take place on Thursday 12th
April this called a Jew in the Margins: Paul of Tarsus the “Founder “of
Christianity. Talk will be given by Dr Luke Macnamara. Lectures begin at 10.45am for further information
email info@castlecootehouse.com
LOUGH KEY TRI A TRI SOLD OUT
Lough Key Triathlon Club
Beginners Try a Tri will take place on Sunday 8th April in Carrick on Shannon. This
event, which is now sold out, is a pool based beginners triathlon, of 10
lengths of the pool followed by a 13km cycle and then a 4km run. You may also
wish to take part in some other events later in the year including Swim Lough
Rynn in July and Lough Key Triathlon in September. The club will have a small
number of event t-shirts available for purchase on the day for a nominal fee
and these will be sold on a first come first served basis at registration.
FAMILY PICNIC DAY IN FOREST PARK
Bishop Kevin Doran is
inviting families across the 37 parishes of the Diocese of Elphin to a family
picnic fun day in Lough Key Forest Park, Boyle on Sunday 22nd April 2018. The
celebration is part of diocesan preparations for the World Meeting of Families
which will take place in August 2018. Speaking at the event launch at the
Forest Park on Saturday, Bishop Kevin said, “this is a celebration of family in
an atmosphere of fun, sharing and friendship. Families of other religious
traditions and of none are our neighbours and friends and I want them to feel
most welcome on this family day. The day
will begin at 1pm and continue until 6pm with an official opening at 2.30pm. There
will be face painting, dance workshops and outdoor games to play. Musicians, singers and choirs will share
their gifts and create a family atmosphere.
Families may choose to do some of the walks around the park and gain
some insight into the history of Lough Key Forest Park. An opportunity will also be available to explore
the beauty of creation and consider how we can care for our common home.
Families can discover the Family Cube, a resource to help families on their
journey of faith and love. Admission to the event is free, with free
parking. Families are encouraged to
bring their own picnic or avail of Lough Key’s on-site catering. BBQ’s are permitted. Families are also invited to bring a bit of extra
food for a sharing table. A programme of events for the day will be available
shortly.
KING HOUSE TO HOST VÓTÁIL
100
“Vótáil 100 – Votes for Women” Will be held in
King House this April. Boyle has been chosen to host the event due to its
connection with Margaret Cousins, she was an educationist, suffragist and theosophist who
established the All India Women’s Conference. Margaret was born on 7th November
1878 and lived on the Crescent in Boyle, There will be a wide panel of speakers including Senator
Ivana Bacik, Mary McAuliffe (UCD), Claire McGing (Maynooth University) and
Sandra Collins (Director National Library of Ireland). Maire Egan Paul and
Keith Monro will talk about ‘Margaret Cousins and the Irish Women’s Franchise
League’. This is a full day conference will be held on Wednesday April 25th,
starting at 9am to 5pm. For further information or to book contact Mary Mullins 090 663 7321 or 090 37243 email ghoare@roscommoncoco.ie
BOYLE
HOLIDAY GROUP
The holiday group will travel to North Donegal on Monday 4th
June until Friday 8th June, staying at the Mount Errigal Hotel,
Letterkenny. Enquiries to Mary Regan 0861298355 or 0719663544.
DATE
FOR YOUR DIARY
Darkness into Light is an Annual 5k Walk/Run in aid of
Pieta House. On Saturday the 12th of May a community will come together at St Joseph’s
Hall and walk in support of positive mental health. This is a truly unique
experience made by YOU. Family, friends and friends you haven't met yet
gathering in support of those who may be struggling or those we have lost.
Together we stand together as a community and shine a beacon of light and
hope. This will be Boyle's second year to host the world wide event.
Courtyard
Market
The
Market takes place every Saturday in the Grounds of King House, Boyle from 10am
until 2pm. If you would like to enjoy the best locally grown fresh and organic
produce, then a trip to the Courtyard Market should be on your agenda. There is
a wide range of seasonal produce, Vegetarian hot meals to eat here or take home
as well as organic fruit and vegetables, t Park on Sunday 22nd April
their handmade wares. So why not come along and have a chat with the stall
holders and avail of their ideas. For further information, please call Una Bhan
on 071 9663 033
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 071 966 3033.
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