Update 12th December

BOYLE COMMUNITY NOTES WEEK BEGINNING 16th DECEMBER (WEEK 51)

DEAR SANTA

Have you got a little someone who would like to receive a personal letter from the man in red himself this December? Una Bhan Craft Shop has established a direct line to Santa Claus and has arranged for him to reply to children’s letters. Your child can write their letter to Santa and post it in the ‘Special Santa Box’ in the Una Bhan Craft Shop, €5 per child (to cover admin charges – no stamp required!), then leave the rest to us. Make sure your child includes their full name, address, age and special requests for Christmas and include a mention of any brothers, sisters or special friends so the reply can be really personal. We will make sure that Santa gets to read each letter and write a personal letter back, which will be posted directly to the child. Santa’s Letter Service will up until Wednesday 18th December.

WIN A CHRISTMAS HAMPER

Receive a raffle ticket when you make a purchase over €5 at the Boyle Courtyard Market during the month of December to be included in a FREE Christmas Hamper Draw, which will take place on the last market before Christmas which will be on Saturday 21st of December at 12noon.

BOYLE COURTYARD MARKET

Enter Boyle Market pride ourselves on the quality of locally sourced produce available to our customers. Open every Saturday in the grounds of King House Boyle between 10am and 2pm. Come and sample our new addition to the Market Johnny’s hot delicious steak and onion Yorkshire wraps while shopping for local fresh vegetables, breads, eggs, free-range pork & lamb, pastries & cakes, juices and much more – you support is always appreciated. Please note the last market before Christmas in Boyle will take place on Saturday

CHRISTMAS CLOSING TIMES

Úna Bhán Tourism & Craft Shop management and staff wish the community a very enjoyable Christmas and a healthy new year ahead. The Tourism Centre & Craft Shop will close at 3pm on Tues 24th Dec and reopen at 10am on Sat 4th Jan with the first Courtyard Market of the new year. We are open on Fri 3rd January 2020 for staff planning.

BOYLE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS DRAW

Countdown to Boyle Christmas Lights €1500 Cash Draw which will take place on Friday 20th December. Lines are €2 each or 3 for €5. All businesses in Boyle have Raffle cards so be in with a chance to win and support Boyle Christmas Lights. This is the only fundraiser for the lights, a Chamber lead initiative with a great team of volunteers that ensure Boyle is looking its’ best during the Festive Season. Boyle Christmas Lights crew thank you for supporting the Draw.

CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE

A festive evening will take place in Cleen Hall, Knockvicar on Sunday 19th December at 7pm. On the night the performing choirs will be: The Serendipity Singers & The Nightingals, Soloist / Conductor is Ilse Lubbers and on piano Anne Kielty. Admission €10 including festive drinks and treats.

2020 FUNDING FOR COMMUNITIES, WATER AND WILDLIFE

The Community Water Development Fund 2020 was launched at the inaugural ‘Rivers Trusts and Catchment Partnerships Conference’ in the Hudson Bay Hotel, Athlone on Saturday 30th November 2019.

The fund is open to all community and voluntary groups who want to get involved in the protection and restoration of a healthy water environment in their local area. The fund is also open to Rivers Trusts and Catchment Partnerships. There is a growing move towards the formation of such groups in Ireland, whereby local groups are becoming more actively involved in the management of a local water body and the wider catchment area.  Improvements in the water environment deliver multiple benefits for health and well-being, wildlife and the local economy.

The Community Water Development Fund is administered by the Local Authority Waters Programme on behalf of the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government. The closing date for applications submitted by post or email is Friday, 7th February 2020 at 5.00 pm. 

A new development for 2020 provides for online applications via www.lawaters.ie The deadline for online applications is extended to Tuesday, 11th February 2020 at 8.00 pm. To encourage applications via the new online facility a draw will take place, for online applicants only, with one lucky group receiving a prize of €500. Examples of the types of projects include Capital projects, such as river and lake restoration; habitat conservation and restoration; natural flood mitigation measures / Public awareness and education; local events such as biodiversity days; surveys, training and workshops; ecology surveys; etc. / Local amenity benefits, such as: beach clean-ups; improving amenity areas; bird watching facilities.

Grants awarded will range from up to €5,000; up to €10,000 and up to €25,000. The total fund is capped at €225,000 for 2020. The online application process can be accessed at www.lawaters.ie Application Form and Guidance Notes in respect of the Community Water Development Fund 2020 are available to download in pdf format at www.lawaters.ie  or by contacting the Local Authority Waters Programme at 0761 06 6230 or email to funding@lawaters.ie

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Charles Dickens ‘A Christmas Carol’ will be performed in Cleen Hall, Knockvicar, Boyle on December 28th and 29th. The show, which is adapted and directed by Gary Lydon, will commence on Saturday 28th at 8pm and Sunday 29th at 3pm and 8pm. This is Gary’s first stage adaptation and is a modern re-working with audience participation and live acoustic music, suitable for all ages. The cast includes Gary Lydon, James and Sean-Luke Doherty O’Brien, Lauren Beirne and Eoin Connelly. Admission: Adults €10, Child €5 and Family €25. Tickets available on Eventbrite or on the door

LITTLE CHRISTMAS 

The 6th Women’s Little Christmas Black Dress Ladies Lunch takes place on Sun 5th January 2020 in the beautiful setting of Kilronan Castle. North West Simon Community would greatly appreciate your support by joining them at this event. MC on the day will be RTE North West Correspondent Eileen Magnier. Guest speaker will be Joanne Sweeney with a further speaker TBC. The event starts at 1pm with a complimentary pre-dinner drink and canapés in the Dungeon Bar with a pianist, followed by a three-course exquisite lunch at 2pm in the magnificent ballroom at Kilronan Castle. Guests will get a chance to browse around various stands after the meal. Dress code is black dress with a prize for the best splash of yellow (The Simon Community colours) just to make the event interesting! Judging will be by Mike McCarthy and Paul Carroll who have an award-winning blog on fashion, beauty, lifestyle and newsworthy stories. Tickets cost €45 to include wine with proceeds going to North West Simon Community, the local homeless charity.

LOVE IN THE COUNTRYSIDE!

Do you live in rural Ireland? Are you Single? Would you like to meet that someone special? The makers of Gogglebox, Ireland's Got Talent and Fittest families to name just a few now want to help rural Ireland find love. We are trying to develop a new dating series much like the BBC2 one 'Love in the Countyside'. We understand those living and working in the countryside can often find it hard to meet someone special and someone that fits into their lifestyle. This brand new dating series wants to help rural singletons from across Ireland find their perfect partner. We want to match some rural romantics up with potential dates - dates that are willing to swap their city life for a more rural way. We want to help the hard-working men and women of the agricultural industry, find true love.  If you are interested in applying for the show contact Leah Wallace on 087 230 1210, leah.wallace@kiteentertainment.com

BOYLE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Boyle Family Resource Centre CLG contact details. website: www.boylefrc.ie. We are also on twitter: www.twitter.com/FLCBoyle.  Email: info@boylefrc.ie – Counselling Service: boylecpc@boylefrc.ie Telephone: 071 966 3000. Charity No: 20153519.  If you would like to be added to our mailing list, please let us know. Booking essential for all groups, courses and workshops.  Our drop-in room is open Monday to Friday from 9am-1pm & 2pm-5pm.  We have Tea/Coffee making facilities, Library, Comfortable Chairs, Computer & Wi-Fi access, information leaflets, a listening ear when needed. The Centre will close for Christmas on Friday 20th December at 12.30pm re-opening on Tuesday 7th January 2020 at 9am. We are closed on Monday 6th January for Staff Planning Day.

RAINBOWS / SPECTRUM PROGRAMME 

A group for children/teenagers who have lost a parent or significant other through death, separation or divorce.  Introduction night for parents Wednesday 22nd January from7pm-8pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre. For more information, please contact the Centre on 071 966 3000

BOYLE FOOD PARTNERSHIP

Community FEAD and Food Cloud. If you and/or your family need food, we distribute food through these programmes at Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC).  Please text the word FOOD + your first name to 0860496467 to receive details. Last day for distribution before Christmas is Wednesday 18th December 2.30-3.30pm.

FAMILY SUPPORT DROP-IN CLINIC

A drop-in confidential space for parents and families to call in and receive support and a listening ear about issues and concerns about you and/or your children. Wednesday mornings during primary school term 9.30am-12pm.  An interagency project together with Boyle FRC, Foroige & Tusla. Boyle Family Resource Centre 071 966 3000.

  

CLOTHING BANK

Clothing Bank for your Winter Clear out. There is a clothing bank outside Boyle Family Resource Centre which accepts old clothes and bed linen, handbags, and shoes that are sent for recycling. Your support and donations are very much appreciated as this helps raise funds towards the Centre's programmes and community work. NO DUVETS AND PILLOWS AS THEY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY THE RECYCLING COMPANY. Thank you.

ROSCOMMON SUICIDE BEREAVEMENT LIAISON SERVICE 

Roscommon Suicide Bereavement Liaison Service is a free & confidential service that provides assistance & support to families & individuals grieving the death of a loved one by suicide.  Contact: Tiffany Jennings Walsh, Suicide Bereavement Liaison Officer on 0857407856 or Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC) on 071 966 3000. This service is funded by the HSE National Office for Suicide Prevention.

    

What is Counselling & Psychotherapy

Counselling & Psychotherapy is for anybody.  Sometimes life can be difficult for us, it can be unmanageable and challenging. Counselling can be a great support or resource at times of crisis or difficulty in our lives.  It involves meeting with a trained Professional Therapist in a safe confidential setting allowing you to talk about and explore life’s challenges in a non-judgemental space.  Appointments are available Monday to Friday, day and evening. Therapeutic Support for Families, Adolescents, Couples and Individuals. The cost is on a sliding scale and is negotiable. Please contact Marie on 071 966 3000 or Maura on 0719663841 in Boyle Family Resource Centre. All our programmes and services are confidential and professional.

The Centre will close for Christmas on Friday 20th December at 12.30pm re-opening on Tuesday 7th January, 2020 at 9am.

    

BABY AND TODDLER GROUP

Baby & toddler groups can be a great way of meeting other people with children the same age as yours in our community.  It is open to childminders, grandparents and other guardians, babies, waddlers and toddlers are welcome. Every Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10am–12.30pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC) 071 966 3000.  Cost: Donation.  The Centre will be closed from Friday 20th December at 12.30pm until Tuesday 7th January 2020 at 9am

update 5th December

BOYLE COMMUNITY NOTES WEEK BEGINNING 9^th DECEMBER (WEEK 50)

ST VINCENT DE PAUL

The Annual Collection for the Society of St. Vincent De Paul will take place at all Masses next weekend Saturday & Sunday 14th/15th December 2019.  Thank you for your ongoing support to our local conference, your generosity is greatly appreciated and supports people in need in our community. 

DEAR SANTA

Have you got a little someone who would like to receive a personal letter from the man in red himself this December? Una Bhan Craft Shop has established a direct line to Santa Claus and has arranged for him to reply to children’s letters. Your child can write their letter to Santa and post it in the ‘Special Santa Box’ in the Una Bhan Craft Shop, €5 per child (to cover admin charges – no stamp required!), then leave the rest to us. Make sure your child includes their full name, address, age and special requests for Christmas and include a mention of any brothers, sisters or special friends so the reply can be really personal. We will make sure that Santa gets to read each letter and write a personal letter back, which will be posted directly to the child. Santa’s Letter Service will up until Wednesday 18th December.

WIN A CHRISTMAS HAMPER

Receive a raffle ticket when you make a purchase over €5 at the Boyle Courtyard Market during the month of December to be included in a FREE Christmas Hamper Draw, which will take place on the last market before Christmas which will be on Saturday 21^st of December at 12noon.

THANK YOU

A big Thank You from the Boyle Christmas Lights Crew. Sincere thanks to all who came along to the Crescent last Saturday to welcome Santa perform his first official duties -switching on the Boyle Christmas Lights. Special thanks to the Trevor, Declan, Derek and the Boyle Scouts who provided refreshments; to DJ Dermot Leydon who kept us bopping on the crisp cold evening and to Boyle fishing club for their Gazebo;  to Carol Cronin and her Transition year students from Abbey Community College who did a wonderful job face painting; to Paddy and Eoin who helped both erect the lights and with the events on the day and to Christine for her help; to Boyle Fire service for transporting Santa on the last leg of his journey and last but not least to Santa for taking time away from his workshop to visit us all in Boyle. Very special congratulations to the winners of the Schools Art competition and a big thank you to all the schools who participated. Special thanks to our Photographers and Media and all who publicised the event. 

Boyle Christmas Lights Crew is a Chamber lead initiative with volunteers who organise the sole fundraiser - our Christmas Cash Draw. They also erect and take down the lights and spend many long hard evenings in bad weather ensuring Boyle looks its best for the festive Season. Special thanks to Hannah and James for their nightly runs with hot treats to the volunteers.

BOYLE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS DRAW

The Christmas Cash Draw will take place on Friday 20th December with €1500 of prizes. We appeal to all businesses to promote the draw to their customers and friends. We would appreciate if cards could be completed and ready for collection no later than Thursday 19th December or if at all possible dropped into Boyle Enterprise Centre completed with monies to save the volunteers chasing round in this busy season. Lines are €2 each or 3 for €5- thank you all for your support.

ECUMENICAL CAROL SERVICE 

The Annual Ecumenical Service will be held here in St. Joseph’s Church on Thursday 12th December at 8pm. A collection in aid of Mayo / Sligo Hospice will take place on the night.

CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE

A festive evening will take place in Cleen Hall, Knockvicar on Sunday 19^th December at 7pm. On the night the performing choirs will be: The Serendipity Singers & The Nightingals, Soloist / Conductor is Ilse Lubbers and on piano Anne Kielty. Admission €10 including festive drinks and treats.

PENITENTIAL SERVICE

The penitential service in preparation for Christmas will take place this year on Sunday 15^th December at 6pm in St. Joseph’s Church, Boyle. Please, note change of time.

SOLSTICE CHOIR CONCERT

Tickets are now available for a Roscommon Solstice Choir benefit concert, to be held on 12th December in the Abbey Hotel Roscommon, in aid of our society’s museum, ‘Roscommon County Museum’. Tickets are available from Roscommon County Museum, the Square Roscommon town, or phone 0879555392. Your generous support in purchasing tickets for this event would be much appreciated and is vital for the future of our museum. The organisation of the event and ticket etc. selling is co-operatively being undertaken by our society, Roscommon Community Tourist Office (who also operate from the building) and by members of the Harrison Trust.

The museum is housed in the Dr Harrison Memorial Hall, a building owned by the Harrison Trust. Since opening, in the early 1990s, the Harrison Trust has been in a position to pay our electricity costs from its invested funds. In later years, the Trust have still continued to pay these costs, but due to its expenditure on this and other costs (insurance, repairs etc.) and the general upkeep of the building they are no longer financially in a position to continue this generous practice.

A.G.M.

The Annual General Meeting of the Co. Roscommon Historical and Archaeological Society will take place on Tuesday 10th December 2017 at 8.00 p.m. in the Percy French Hotel, Strokestown. All members are requested to attend. Following the A.G.M. a short talk will be given by Albert Siggins, Secretary of the Society. The title of the talk is ‘Bells, Ancient and Modern, from St Patrick’s Bell to The Liberty Bell USA’.

BOYLE COURTYARD MARKET

Enter Boyle Market pride ourselves on the quality of locally sourced produce available to our customers. Open every Saturday in the grounds of King House Boyle between 10am and 2pm. Come and sample our new addition to the Market Johnny’s hot delicious steak and onion Yorkshire wraps while shopping for local fresh vegetables, breads, eggs, free range pork & lamb, pastries & cakes, juices and much more – you support is always appreciated.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Charles Dickens ‘A Christmas Carol’ will be performed in Cleen Hall, Knockvicar, Boyle on December 28th and 29th. The show, which is adapted and directed by Gary Lydon, will commence on Saturday 28th at 8pm and Sunday 29th at 3pm and 8pm. This is Gary’s first stage adaptation and is a modern re-working with audience participation and live acoustic music, suitable for all ages. The cast includes Gary Lydon, James and Sean-Luke Doherty O’Brien, Lauren Beirne and Eoin Connelly. Admission: Adults €10, Child €5 and Family €25. Tickets available on Eventbrite or on the door.

LITTLE CHRISTMAS

The 6th Women’s Little Christmas Black Dress Ladies Lunch takes place on Sun 5th January 2020 in the beautiful setting of Kilronan Castle. North West Simon Community would greatly appreciate your support by joining them at this event. MC will be RTE North West Correspondent Eileen Magnier. Guest speaker will be Joanne Sweeney with a further speaker TBC. The event starts at 1pm with a complimentary pre-dinner drink and canapes in the Dungeon Bar with a pianist, followed by a three course exquisite lunch at 2pm in the magnificent ballroom at Kilronan Castle. Guests will get a chance to browse around various stands after the meal. Dress code is black dress with a prize for the best splash of yellow (The Simon Community colours) just to make the event interesting! Judging will be by Mike McCarthy and Paul Carroll who have an award winning blog on fashion, beauty, lifestyle and news worthy stories. Tickets cost €45 to include wine with proceeds going to North West Simon Community, the local homeless charity.

HISTORIC STRUCTURES FUND

Historic Structures Fund 2020 and Built Heritage Investment Scheme 2020. Roscommon County Council is seeking applications from those interested in availing of the Built Heritage Investment Scheme and Historic Structures Fund for 2020. This scheme is being developed to assist with the repair and conservation of structures that are protected under the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended). The primary focus of the Historic Structures Fund is on caring for and restoring historic structures and buildings for the benefit of communities and the public.  The core aims of this fund are to: enable larger scale conservation works to be carried out on heritage structures which are deemed to be significant and in need of urgent support; encourage the regeneration and reuse of heritage properties and to help to secure the preservation of protected structures and/or historic-culturally significant assets and support the investment of private capital in labour-intensive projects to conserve historic structures in public and private ownership for community use. Scheme information circulars application forms can be downloaded from http://www.roscommoncoco.ie/en/Services/Community/Heritage/Heritage/Built-Heritage-Investment-Scheme-2020-Historic-Structures-Fund-2020/

BOYLE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Boyle Family Resource Centre CLG contact details. website: www.boylefrc.ie. We are also on twitter: www.twitter.com/FLCBoyle.  Email: info@boylefrc.ie – Counselling Service: boylecpc@boylefrc.ie Telephone: 0719663000. Charity No: 20153519.  If you would like to be added to our mailing list, please let us know. Booking essential for all groups, courses and workshops.  Our drop-in room is open Monday to Friday from 9am-1pm & 2pm-5pm.  We have Tea/Coffee making facilities, Library, Comfortable Chairs, Computer & Wi-Fi access, information leaflets, a listening ear when needed.

RAINBOWS / SPECTRUM PROGRAMME

A group for children/teenagers who have lost a parent or significant other through death, separation or divorce.  Introduction night for parents Wednesday 22nd January from7pm-8pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre. For more information, please contact the Centre on 0719663000

BOYLE FOOD PARTNERSHIP

Community FEAD and Food Cloud. If you and/or your family need food, we distribute food through these programmes at Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC).  Please text the word FOOD + your first name to 0860496467 to receive details. Last day for distribution before Christmas is Wednesday 18th December 2.30-3.30pm.

YOGA WITH LIZ DWYER

Last class before Christmas Wednesday 11th December.  Resumes Wednesday 15th January 11am-12pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre. Cost: €10 per session or 6 sessions for €50.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

English Language Classes with Michael O’Toole, are for those whose English is not their first language.  Tuesday’s 12pm-1pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre 0719663000.  Cost: €3/Donation.

Anglų kalbos klasė

Anglų kalbos kursai skirti tiems, kurių anglų kalba nėra jų pirmoji kalba. Antradienį, 12–13 val., Boyle“ šeimos išteklių centre 0719663000.

Lekcja języka angielskiego

Lekcje języka angielskiego są dla tych, których angielski nie jest ich pierwszym językiem. We wtorek od 12:00 do 13:00 w Boyle Family Resource Center 0719663000.

Limba engleză

Cursurile de limba engleză sunt pentru cei a căror engleză nu este prima lor limbă. Marți ora 12:00 - 1 pm în Boyle Family Resource Center 0719663000.

DROP IN CLINIC

A drop in confidential space for parents and families to call in and receive support and a listening ear about issues and concerns about you and/or your children. Wednesday mornings during primary school term 9.30am-12pm.  An interagency project together with Boyle FRC, Foroige & Tusla. Boyle Family Resource Centre 0719663000. 

ROSCOMMON SUICIDE BEREAVEMENT LIAISON SERVICE 

Roscommon Suicide Bereavement Liaison Service is a free & confidential service that provides assistance & support to families & individuals grieving the death of a loved one by suicide.  Contact: Tiffany Jennings Walsh, Suicide Bereavement Liaison Officer on 0857407856 or Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC) on 0719663000. This service is funded by the HSE National Office for Suicide Prevention.  

 

BABY AND TODDLER GROUP

Baby & toddler groups can be a great way of meeting other people with children the same age as yours in our community.  It is open to childminders, grandparents and other guardians, babies, waddlers and toddlers are welcome. Every Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10am–12.30pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC) 0719663000.  Cost: Donation. 

BAZZ ART

Bazz Art, Thursday December 12th, 10am-11am sharp. Cost included in Baby & Toddler Group.

BOYLE BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT

A space where you and your baby will receive lots of support, a warm welcome & a cuppa!  Older siblings are very welcome to come along as are expectant mothers.  Friday 13th December from 10am-11.30am in Boyle Family Resource Centre.  Cost: €2 or donation.

ADMINISTRATION SERVICES

Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC) offers a wide range of Office and Administration Services at affordable rates.  Services include typing, laminating, binding, scanning, faxing, photocopying A4 & A3.  We offer internet access / Wi-Fi in our drop-in room and use of a PC.  If you require a large amount of photocopying/office services, please call in advance to book on 0719663000.

Update 22nd November

BOYLE COMMUNITY NOTES WEEK BEGINNING 25^TH NOVEMBER (WEEK 48)

SANTA IS COMING TO TOWN

Boyle town is the place to be on Saturday 30th November at 4pm where Santa will perform his first duties of the season and Light up Boyle for Christmas. Activities on the crescent for the turning on of the lights will include hot chocolate, nibbles & face painting while our DJ will be getting us in the Christmas spirit. Santa will light up Boyle from the town clock and will be ably assisted by his helpers-the prize winners from the Schools competition. Mark your calendar now as Boyle is the place to be at 4pm Saturday 30th November. The Winners of the Schools Art Competition will be announced on Wednesday 27th November

INTERNATIONAL CUISINE & CRAFT FAIR

The exciting International Cuisine Tasting and Craft Fair takes place on Sunday 1st December from 12noon to 4pm in Tawnytaskin Community Centre. Entry at door €5. Special Guest Santa at 2.30pm. For more information, contact 086-813005.

BOYLE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS DRAW

The annual Christmas Draw will take place this year during Christmas week with a top prize of €1,000!  The funds from the draw go directly to the running costs, erection and insurance of the Lights for the Festive Season.  We appeal to every business to contribute either a minimum of €50, and/or sell the two cards.  In years gone by there was a door to door collection each year where businesses were expected to contribute sums of up to €300 towards the Christmas lights. Thankfully with the Christmas draw your contribution towards lighting Boyle is selling the raffle cards. Over the past few years the willingness of so many people to support the Draw has been remarkable.  The Raffle cards are all around town and by buying a line or 3 you are contributing to lighting up Boyle for the festival season. Boyle is our town and we ask you to give our Boyle Christmas Lights Draw a priority space on your counter or desk. We thank the Businesses of Boyle for selling the cards and to the Community for supporting the Boyle and look forward to a busy and bright Christmas in Boyle.

FREE DIGITAL SKILLS COURSES

A few free places only left for the free Computer Course taking place in Boyle Library in December. available from Úna Bhán Tourism in Boyle. Two separate courses are available: - one directed at the farming community to include how to manage your herd online / Complete your annual audit in 15 minutes – the second one covers all you need to know on how to use your laptop or mobile phone eg how to send and receive emails / Use the internet in a safe & secure way / Pay bills online / Online banking / How to make calls for free and lots more. Next course starts on Tuesday evening 3^rd December and spaces are filling fast. Please contact Nigel in Una Bhan Tourism on (071) 966 3033 for more details or to book your place. 

SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES

Classes take place in Tawnytaskin Community Centre and continue on Nov 28^th from 7.30pm to 9.00pm with Nicola and cost €3 per person per class.

ANNUAL WINE FAIR

A date for a wine lover's diary. Daly’s annual Christmas Wine Fair will take place on Thursday 5^th December at 7.30pm. This event always promises to be a festive night full of great wines & Christmas treats.

BOYLE COURTYARD MARKET

Boyle Market pride ourselves on the quality of locally sourced produce available to our customers. Open every Saturday in the grounds of King House Boyle between 10am and 2pm. Come and sample our new addition to the Market Johnny’s hot delicious steak and onion Yorkshire wraps while shopping for local fresh vegetables, breads, eggs, free range pork & lamb, pastries & cakes, juices and much more – you support is always appreciated.

BOYLE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Boyle Family Resource Centre CLG contact details. website: www.boylefrc.ie. We are also on twitter: www.twitter.com/FLCBoyle.  Email: info@boylefrc.ie – Counselling Service: boylecpc@boylefrc.ie Telephone: 0719663000. Charity No: 20153519.  If you would like to be added to our mailing list, please let us know. Booking essential for all groups, courses and workshops.  Our drop-in room is open Monday to Friday from 9am-1pm & 2pm-5pm.  We have Tea/Coffee making facilities, Library, Comfortable Chairs, Computer & Wi-Fi access, information leaflets, a listening ear when needed.

BASIC FIRST AID

Basic First Aid Course with Absolute Safety takes place on Friday 6th December from 9.30am-5pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre 0719663000.  Booking essential.  Cost: €60

BOYLE FOOD PARTNERSHIP

Community FEAD and Food Cloud. If you and/or your family need food, we distribute food through these programmes at Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC).  Please text the word FOOD + your first name to 0860496467 to receive details.

SPANISH CLASS WITH LAURA

Thursday’s at 11am in Boyle Family Resource Centre 0719663000.  Cost is €40 for 6 weeks.  Booking essential. To register your interest for a lunch time class from 12.30pm-1.30pm please contact the Centre.

BEGINNERS PLATES

Beginners Pilates with Oliver Nevin. Tuesday mornings at 10.30am in Boyle Family Resource Centre.  Cost: €10 per session.

YOGA

Yoga with Liz Dwyer ON Wednesday mornings from 11am-12pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre. Cost: €10 per session.

ENGLISH CLASSES

English Language Class with Michael O’Toole are for those whose English is not their first language.  Tuesday’s 12pm-1pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre 0719663000.  Cost: €3/Donation.

FAMILY SUPPORT DAY

A drop in confidential space for parents and families to call in and receive support and a listening ear about issues and concerns about you and/or your children. Wednesday mornings during primary school term 9.30am-12pm.  An interagency project together with Boyle FRC, Foroige & Tusla. Boyle Family Resource Centre 0719663000. 

CLOTHING BANK

Clothing Bank for your Winter Clear out. There is a clothing bank outside Boyle Family Resource Centre which accepts old clothes and bed linen, handbags, and shoes that are sent for recycling. Your support and donations are very much appreciated as this helps raise funds towards the Centres programmes and community work. NO DUVETS AND PILLOWS AS THEY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY THE RECYCLING COMPANY. Thank you.

COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY

Counselling & Psychotherapy is for anybody.  Sometimes life can be difficult for us, it can be unmanageable and challenging. Counselling can be a great support or resource at times of crisis or difficulty in our lives.  It involves meeting with a trained Professional Therapist in a safe confidential setting allowing you to talk about and explore life’s challenges in a non-judgemental space.  Appointments are available Monday to Friday, day and evening. Therapeutic Support for Families, Adolescents, Couples and Individuals. The cost is on a sliding scale and is negotiable. Please contact Marie on 0719663000 or Maura on 0719663841 in Boyle Family Resource Centre. All our programmes and services are confidential and professional.

BEREAVENT SERVICES

Roscommon Suicide Bereavement Liaison Service is a free & confidential service that provides assistance & support to families & individuals grieving the death of a loved one by suicide.  Contact: Tiffany Jennings Walsh, Suicide Bereavement Liaison Officer on 0857407856 or Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC) on 0719663000. This service is funded by the HSE National Office for Suicide Prevention.

  

BABY & TODDLER GROUP

Baby & toddler groups can be a great way of meeting other people with children the same age as yours in our community.  It is open to childminders, grandparents and other guardians, babies, waddlers and toddlers are welcome. Every Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10am–12.30pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC) 0719663000.  Cost: Donation.  Bazz Art, Thursday December 12th 10am-11am sharp. Cost included in Baby & Toddler Group.

BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT

A space where you and your baby will receive lots of support, a warm welcome & a cuppa!  Older siblings are very welcome to come along as are expectant mothers.  Friday 29th November from 10am-11.30am in Boyle Family Resource Centre.  Cost: €2 or donation.

ADMINISTRATION SERVICES

Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC) offer a wide range of Office and Administration Services at affordable rates.  Services include typing, laminating, binding, scanning, faxing, photocopying A4 & A3.  We offer internet access / Wi-Fi in our drop-in room and use of a PC.  If you require a large amount of photocopying/office services, please call in advance to book on 0719663000.

Update 15th November

BOYLE COMMUNITY NOTES WEEK BEGINNING 18^TH NOVEMBER (WEEK 47)

BOYLE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS DRAW

We are fast approaching Christmas and once again we are making every effort to ensure Boyle Town is looking its brightest and best. Our annual Christmas Draw will take place this year during Christmas week with a top prize of €1,000!  The funds from the draw go directly to the running costs, erection and insurance of the Lights for the Festive Season. 

We appeal to every business to contribute either a minimum of €50, and/or sell the two cards.  In years gone by there was a door to door collection each year where businesses were expected to contribute sums of up to €300 towards the Christmas lights. Thankfully with the Christmas draw your contribution towards lighting Boyle is selling the raffle cards. Over the past few years the willingness of so many people to support the Draw has been remarkable.  Three businesses last year sold in excess of 20 raffle cards totalling over €1500 which was phenomenal, but we very much appreciate every contribution of €50. The Raffle cards are all around town and by buying a line or 3 you are contributing to lighting up Boyle for the festival season.

Our committee who organise the draw are ably assisted by several additional helpers who are responsible for the erection & dismantling of the lights (and who work in sometimes very inclement weather). These volunteers have already been called on and have the lights in situ – thank you sincerely.

Any of our committee below will be happy to replace your cards when completed. Completed cards / donations will be collected from you on 19th /20th December - we encourage you to promote selling the lines straight away and appeal to you to give the cards a prominent place.

Boyle is our town and we ask you to give our Boyle Christmas Lights Draw a priority space on your counter or desk. We thank the Businesses of Boyle for selling the cards and to the Community for supporting the Boyle and look forward to a busy and bright Christmas in Boyle.

SISTER ACT 

Boyle Musical ‘Sister Act’ will be staged in St. Joseph’s Hall, Boyle from Wednesday, November 20th to Saturday November 23rd and the performances will be at 8pm nightly. Tickets are selling very fast priced at €18, with a special opening night concession of €15. €12 tickets will be available for children, students and senior citizens, for Wednesday and Thursday night’s performances. Tickets can be purchased from our Booking Office which is located once again at the Úna Bhán Craft Shop in the grounds of King House. The office will be open from 10am to 4pm every day, excluding Sundays. Please note that tickets will be available for all performances but there is no pre-booking of allocated seats for Wednesday’s show. Tickets can also be booked by telephone on 071 9663033. This line will be open during booking office hours only, every day excluding Sundays, until November 23rd. We accept credit card bookings. Tickets will also be available at the door of the Hall, each night. A detailed seating plan is available on www.boylemusicalsociety.com This will be Boyle Musical Society’s 36th annual musical show and the local cast features 42 new and familiar faces. They have been rehearsing since early September and together with the production team and committee, they are confident that this show will be a spectacular and memorable musical treat for all the family. For more information, please go to www.boylemusicalsociety.com  or follow us on Facebook.

COMMUNITY MASS

Annual Community Mass will be celebrated in the Tawnytaskin Centre on Friday 22nd November at 8pm. All welcome to attend and it is a lovely opportunity to meet neighbours or make new friends and have a cup of tea afterwards.

SANTA IS COMING TO TOWN

Boyle town is the place to be on Saturday 30th November at 4pm where Santa will perform his first duties of the season and Light up Boyle for Christmas. Activities on the crescent for the turning on of the lights will include hot chocolate and Nibbles, while Our DJ will be getting us in the Christmas spirit. Santa will light up Boyle from the town clock and will be ably assisted by his helpers-the prize winners from the Schools competition, which is open to all children in Primary Schools (details sent to the Principals of each school) …..the place to be-The Crescent Boyle 4pm Saturday 30th November. The Winners of the Schools Art Competition will be announced on Wednesday 27th November.

INTERNATIONAL CUISINE & CRAFT FAIR

The exciting International Cuisine Tasting and Craft Fair takes place on Sunday 1st December from 12noon to 4pm in Tawnytaskin Community Centre. Entry at door €5. Special Guest Santa at 2.30pm. For more information, contact 086-813005.

ALONE OR LONELY FOR CHRISTMAS

Once again King House Tea Rooms in Boyle will offer Christmas dinner for those ‘alone or lonely’. This will be the 3rd year that Dorothy Shannon and her team are giving up their Christmas Day to organise the popular event that attracted a large number of people last year. If you yourself or somebody you know wants to join others for an afternoon of chat and craic and a good hearty Christmas dinner on Christmas Day give Dorothy a call on 087 6430326.

ADMINISTRATION TAKING UP YOUR TIME AND MONEY?

Rising energy costs affecting turnover? Thinking of investing in training? Want to reduce waste in your business? If so, you can apply for a €2,500 Productivity Voucher to help your business do better; by funding, resourcing and advising you towards a more productive future. Find out more and apply NOW at:

http://www.localenterprise.ie/Productivity Closing date for applications 22nd November 2019

FREE AGFOOD COURSES FOR FARMING COMMUNITY & OTHER COURSES

Free Computer Course available from Úna Bhán Tourism in Boyle. Courses include how to manage your herd online / Complete your annual audit in 15 minutes / Send and receive emails / Use the internet in a safe & secure way / Pay bills online / Online banking / How to make calls for free and lots more. Next course starts on 19th November and spaces are filling fast. Please contact Nigel on (071) 966 3033 for more details or to book your place.

SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES

Classes take place in Tawnytaskin Community Centre and continue on Nov 21^st and 28^th from 7.30pm to 9.00pm with Nicola and cost €3 per person per class.

ANNUAL WINE FAIR

A date for a wine lover's diary. Daly’s annual Christmas Wine Fair will take place on Thursday 5^th December at 7.30pm. This event always promises to be a festive night full of great wines & Christmas treats.

BOYLE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Boyle Family Resource Centre CLG contact details. website: www.boylefrc.ie. We are also on twitter: www.twitter.com/FLCBoyle.  Email: info@boylefrc.ie – Counselling Service: boylecpc@boylefrc.ie Telephone: 0719663000. Charity No: 20153519.  If you would like to be added to our mailing list, please let us know. Booking essential for all groups, courses and workshops.  Our drop-in room is open Monday to Friday from 9am-1pm & 2pm-5pm.  We have Tea/Coffee making facilities, Library, Comfortable Chairs, Computer & Wi-Fi access, information leaflets, a listening ear when needed.

BASIC FIRST AID

Basic First Aid Course with Absolute Safety takes place on Friday 6th December from 9.30am-5pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre 0719663000.  Booking essential.  Cost: €60

BOYLE FOOD PARTNERSHIP

Community FEAD and Food Cloud. If you and/or your family need food, we distribute food through these programmes at Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC).  Please text the word FOOD + your first name to 0860496467 to receive details.

SPANISH CLASS WITH LAURA

Thursday’s at 11am in Boyle Family Resource Centre 0719663000.  Cost is €40 for 6 weeks.  Booking essential. To register your interest for a lunch time class from 12.30pm-1.30pm please contact the Centre.

BEGINNERS PLATES

Beginners Pilates with Oliver Nevin. Tuesday mornings at 10.30am in Boyle Family Resource Centre.  Cost: €10 per session.

YOGA

Yoga with Liz Dwyer ON Wednesday mornings from 11am-12pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre. Cost: €10 per session.

ENGLISH CLASSES

English Language Class with Michael O’Toole are for those whose English is not their first language.  Tuesday’s 12pm-1pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre 0719663000.  Cost: €3/Donation.

FAMILY SUPPORT DAY

A drop in confidential space for parents and families to call in and receive support and a listening ear about issues and concerns about you and/or your children. Wednesday mornings during primary school term 9.30am-12pm.  An interagency project together with Boyle FRC, Foroige & Tusla. Boyle Family Resource Centre 0719663000. 

CLOTHING BANK

Clothing Bank for your Winter Clear out. There is a clothing bank outside Boyle Family Resource Centre which accepts old clothes and bed linen, handbags, and shoes that are sent for recycling. Your support and donations are very much appreciated as this helps raise funds towards the Centres programmes and community work. NO DUVETS AND PILLOWS AS THEY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY THE RECYCLING COMPANY. Thank you.

COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY

Counselling & Psychotherapy is for anybody.  Sometimes life can be difficult for us, it can be unmanageable and challenging. Counselling can be a great support or resource at times of crisis or difficulty in our lives.  It involves meeting with a trained Professional Therapist in a safe confidential setting allowing you to talk about and explore life’s challenges in a non-judgemental space.  Appointments are available Monday to Friday, day and evening. Therapeutic Support for Families, Adolescents, Couples and Individuals. The cost is on a sliding scale and is negotiable. Please contact Marie on 0719663000 or Maura on 0719663841 in Boyle Family Resource Centre. All our programmes and services are confidential and professional.

BEREAVENT SERVICES

Roscommon Suicide Bereavement Liaison Service is a free & confidential service that provides assistance & support to families & individuals grieving the death of a loved one by suicide.  Contact: Tiffany Jennings Walsh, Suicide Bereavement Liaison Officer on 0857407856 or Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC) on 0719663000. This service is funded by the HSE National Office for Suicide Prevention.
   

BABY & TODDLER GROUP

Baby & toddler groups can be a great way of meeting other people with children the same age as yours in our community.  It is open to childminders, grandparents and other guardians, babies, waddlers and toddlers are welcome. Every Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10am–12.30pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC) 0719663000.  Cost: Donation.  Bazz Art, Thursday December 12th 10am-11am sharp. Cost included in Baby & Toddler Group.

BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT

A space where you and your baby will receive lots of support, a warm welcome & a cuppa!  Older siblings are very welcome to come along as are expectant mothers.  Friday 29th November from 10am-11.30am in Boyle Family Resource Centre.  Cost: €2 or donation.

ADMINISTRATION SERVICES

Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC) offer a wide range of Office and Administration Services at affordable rates.  Services include typing, laminating, binding, scanning, faxing, photocopying A4 & A3.  We offer internet access / Wi-Fi in our drop-in room and use of a PC.  If you require a large amount of photocopying/office services, please call in advance to book on 0719663000.

Update 8th November

BOYLE COMMUNITY NOTES WEEK BEGINNING 11^TH NOVEMBER (WEEK 46)

FRYBROOK HOUSE GEORGIAN CHRISTMAS DINNER EXPERIENCE

On Friday November 29th, inspired by Taste The Island, the proud new owners of Frybrook House, Boyle will once again open the doors of this much loved historic residence. Guests will be treated to a magnificent sumptuous Georgian Christmas Dinner Experience prepared by the Executive Head Chef of Kilronan Castle, David Porter. This experience was inspired and coordinated by Úna Bhán Tourism. The seven course, five-star menu will be a true reflection of the region and era, with all seasonal produce sourced locally. Also on this magical night guests will enjoy a drinks reception, pre and post dinner entertainment. Spaces are very limited for this event, if interested contact Úna Bhán Tourism on 0719663033 or email marketing@unabhan.ie to be included in a draw which will take place on Tuesday November 12^th. Tickets for this event are €135.00 including Dinner, Drinks & Entertainment.

SISTER ACT 

Boyle Musical ‘Sister Act’will be staged in St. Joseph’s Hall, Boyle from Wednesday, November 20th to Saturday November 23rd and the performances will be at 8pm nightly. Tickets are priced at €18, with a special opening night concession of €15. €12 tickets will be available for children, students and senior citizens, for Wednesday and Thursday night’s performances. Tickets can be purchased from our Booking Office which is located once again at the Úna Bhán Craft Shop in the grounds of King House. The office will be open from 10am to 4pm every day, excluding Sundays. Please note that tickets will be available for all performances but there is no pre-booking of allocated seats for Wednesday’s show. Tickets can also be booked by telephone on 071 9663033. This line will be open during booking office hours only, every day excluding Sundays, until November 23rd. We accept credit card bookings. Tickets will also be available at the door of the Hall, each night. A detailed seating plan is available on www.boylemusicalsociety.com 

This will be Boyle Musical Society’s 36th annual musical show and the local cast features 42 new and familiar faces. They have been rehearsing since early September and together with the production team and committee, they are confident that this show will be a spectacular and memorable musical treat for all the family. For more information, please go to www.boylemusicalsociety.com  or follow us on Facebook.

FREE AGFOOD COURSES FOR FARMING COMMUNITY

Free Computer Course available from Úna Bhán Tourism in Boyle. Courses include how to manage your herd online / Complete your annual audit in 15 minutes / Send and receive emails / Use the internet in a safe & secure way / Pay bills online / Online banking / How to make calls for free and lots more. Next course starts on 19th November and spaces are filling fast. Please contact Nigel on (071) 966 3033 for more details or to book your place. 

SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES

Classes take place in Tawnytaskin Community Centre and continue on Nov 14^th, 21^st and 28^th from 7.30pm to 9.00pm with Nicola and cost €3 per person per class.

FUNDRAISER IN BALLINAFAD CHURCH

Concert event on Friday 15th November from 8pm to 10pm in Ballinafad Church. Music on the night will be from Kieran Quinn, Gerry Grennan (Guitar and Vocals) and Brendan Emmett (Mandolin) and some surprise local guests.  For Tickets to this unique musical extravaganza please call 087 8210566 and/or 087 2036083

COURSE VACANCIES

Boyle Training Options/GRETB have upcoming vacancies for their Tourism Customer Care and IT Skills course that provides certified QQI training in Communications, Computer Applications, Information Technology Skills, Teamworking, Work Experience, Mathematics, Digital Media Technology, Workplace Safety, Web Design, Tourism Customer Care, CV and Interview Preparation.

Training allowances apply for people who are in receipt of social welfare payments, for example: Learners aged under 26 may receive a training allowance of €203 per week for the duration of the course, The Childcare Education and Training Support Programme provide free childcare to course participants, Jobseeker Benefit recipients may be able to extend their payment by as much as 11 months.

The course is free to undertake and it is not necessary to be in receipt of a social welfare payment in order to participate. If you have any enquiries or wish to join us please call into our office on Elphin Street (Beside the IT Trojan building), Email LTIBoyle@ridc.ie or ring us on 086 0148270 and ask for Ursula

BOYLE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE  

If you would like to be added to our mailing list, please let us know. Booking essential for all groups, courses and workshops.  Our drop-in room is open Monday to Friday from 9am-1pm & 2pm-5pm.  We have Tea/Coffee making facilities, Library, Comfortable Chairs, Computer & Wi-Fi access, information leaflets, a listening ear when needed.

BASIC FIRST AID COURSE

Basic First Aid Course with Absolute Safety

Friday 6^th December from 9.30am-5pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre 0719663000.  Booking essential.  Cost: €60

BOYLE FOOD PAERTNERSHIP

Community FEAD and Food Cloud. If you and/or your family need food, we distribute food through these programmes at Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC).  Please text the word FOOD + your first name to 0860496467 to receive details.

WIDOW & WIDOWERS SUPPORT GROUP

Support for those grieving the death of their spouse. Thursday 14th November from 7.30pm-9pm and monthly thereafter in Boyle Family Resource Centre.  Cost: €3/Donation.  No booking necessary.

SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE

Remember your loved one at this special annual service.  You are welcome to bring a photo or a small memento on the evening. Friday November 15th at 8pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre. All welcome.

SPANISH CLASS WITH LAURA

Thursday’s at 11am in Boyle Family Resource Centre 0719663000.  Cost is €40 for 6 weeks.  Booking essential. To register your interest for a lunch time class from 12.30pm-1.30pm please contact the Centre.

IRISH CLASSES

Irish Classes with Mícheál Ó’Tuathaill. Complete Beginners Irish - Wednesday 7pm-8pm / Beginning Irish Again - Tuesday 7pm-8.30pm /Improvers Irish – Thursday’s 7pm-8.30pm. All classes are for 10 weeks.  Cost: €80.  To book your place please contact Boyle Family Resource Centre on 0719663000.

BEGINNERS PLATES

Beginners Pilates with Oliver Nevin. Tuesday mornings at 10.30am in Boyle Family Resource Centre.  Cost: €10 per session.

YOGA

Yoga with Liz Dwyer ON Wednesday mornings from 11am-12pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre. Cost: €10 per session.

ENGLIS CLASSES

English Language Class with Michael O’Toole, those whose English is not their first language. Tuesday’s 12pm-1pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre 0719663000.  Cost: €3/Donation.

ANGLU KALBOS KLASE

Anglų kalbos kursai skirti tiems, kurių anglų kalba nėra jų pirmoji kalba. Antradienį, 12–13 val., Boyle“ šeimos išteklių centre 0719663000.

Lekcja języka angielskiego

Lekcje języka angielskiego są dla tych, których angielski nie jest ich pierwszym językiem. We wtorek od 12:00 do 13:00 w Boyle Family Resource Center 0719663000.

Limba engleză. Cursurile de limba engleză sunt pentru cei a căror engleză nu este prima lor limbă. Marți ora 12:00 - 1 pm în Boyle Family Resource Center 0719663000.

CLOTHING BANK

Clothing Bank for your Winter Clear out. There is a clothing bank outside Boyle Family Resource Centre which accepts old clothes and bed linen, handbags, and shoes that are sent for recycling. Your support and donations are very much appreciated as this helps raise funds towards the Centres programmes and community work. NO DUVETS AND PILLOWS AS THEY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY THE RECYCLING COMPANY. Thank you.

COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY

Counselling & Psychotherapy is for anybody. Sometimes life can be difficult for us, it can be unmanageable and challenging. Counselling can be a great support or resource at times of crisis or difficulty in our lives.  It involves meeting with a trained Professional Therapist in a safe confidential setting allowing you to talk about and explore life’s challenges in a non-judgemental space.  Appointments are available Monday to Friday, day and evening. Therapeutic Support for Families, Adolescents, Couples and Individuals. The cost is on a sliding scale and is negotiable. Please contact Marie on 0719663000 or Maura on 0719663841 in Boyle Family Resource Centre. All our programmes and services are confidential and professional.

BEREAVEMENT

Roscommon Suicide Bereavement Liaison Service is a free & confidential service that provides assistance & support to families & individuals grieving the death of a loved one by suicide.  Contact: Tiffany Jennings Walsh, Suicide Bereavement Liaison Officer on 0857407856 or Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC) on 0719663000. This service is funded by the HSE National Office for Suicide Prevention.  
 

BABY & TODDLER GROUP

Baby & toddler groups can be a great way of meeting other people with children the same age as yours in our community.  It is open to childminders, grandparents and other guardians, babies, waddlers and toddlers are welcome. Every Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10am–12.30pm in Boyle Family Resource Centre (FRC) 0719663000.  Cost: Donation. Bazz Art, Thursday November 14th 10am-11am sharp. Cost included in Baby & Toddler Group.

BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT

A space where you and your baby will receive lots of support, a warm welcome & a cuppa!  Older siblings are very welcome to come along as are expectant mothers.  Friday 29^th November from 10am-11.30am.  Cost: €2 or donation.