Update Friday 27th October

Halloween children’s craft classes

The Una Bhan Tourism Halloween Children’s Craft Classes will take place on Tuesday 31st, Wednesday 1st, Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th November. Classes run from 2pm to 4pm Classes are open to all children aged 6 – 12 years.The workshops with Anna and Eva will make something different each day to take home and includes snack. Enquiries and bookings to Una Bhan Tourism, Grounds of King House, phone 071 9663033

Ticket information for Boyle Musical

With just four weeks to go until opening night, Boyle Musical Society  are delighted to announce that tickets for their eagerly anticipated new show, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat will go on sale on Wednesday, November 1st .Tickets can be purchased from the following outlets in Boyle. Taylor’s Jewellers on Bridge St., Mary Magee’s on Main St. and Unabhán in King House. ‘Joseph…’ will be staged in St. Joseph’s Church from Thursday November 23rd to Saturday November 25th and the performances will be at 8:30pm nightly. Tickets are priced at €15 but special concessions of €10 tickets for children, students and senior citizens, will be available for Thursday night’s show. Tickets will also be available at the door, each night. Because of the change of venue this year, there is no specific seat allocation but a reserved area will be allocated to pre-purchased tickets. The earlier you arrive at the performance, the better your choice of seat in this area. Tickets can also be booked by telephone on the BMS Ticketline, 087 2736740. This line will be open from November 1st. The show is based on ‘The Coat of Many Colours’ from the book of Genesis, with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and text by Tim Rice and we are very fortunate to be able to present it this year, in the atmospheric surroundings of St. Joseph’s Church. For more information please go to www.boylemusicalsociety.com of follow us on Facebook.

HELP NEEDED

Boyle Model Railway is a community project, being built by the community for the community. Boyle Men’s Shed is next door to the Courthouse needs help. Martin is busy with a beautiful river, harbour and hill scene. David is building a farm and Jonathan a football pitch. Can you help or do you have ideas. It’s Ireland!!!

Boyle Enterprise Centre

Facebook, Word, and Excel Training will take place at Boyle Enterprise Centre as follows: Microsoft Word (Intermediate) Microsoft Excel (Advanced) Tuesday November 7th, Facebook for Business Tuesday November 14th.  For more information, course content, or to book places please email info@roleskillnet.com call 071 9673440. Courses are organised by Role Skillnet, Training Network. Role Skillnet are based at Boyle Enterprise Centre and provide training support and funding for businesses. Please call if any questions

Dates for Christmas Fair & Market

Plans are well progressed for this year’s Christmas Outdoor Market in the grounds of King House and Craft Fair in King House, Boyle. The Markets take place on Friday December 1st and Saturday December 2nd. On Friday, events commence at 5pm, concluding at 9pm On Saturday the markets and fair are open from 10am until 7pm. For any further inquiries please contact Úna Bhán Tourism on 071 966 3033

Boyle golf club weekend results

Thank You to everybody who supported the Niamh’s Journey There Fundraiser over the weekend 7/8^th October. The Results were as follows: 1st Terry Canning & Therese O Daly 61

2nd Tom Kearney & Ruth Hogg 63 3rd Sean Heslin & Mandy Toolan 65 12 Hole S/Ford

1st Gerry O Dowd 29pts 2nd Paddy Mc Loughlin 27pts 3rd Jonathan Egan 25pts Winter Open 9 Hole S/Ford 1st Michael Rush 20pts 2nd Peter Leydon 19pts

Piano Practice and Exams

The Royal Academy of Music will hold their Piano Exams in King House, Boyle on the 27th 28th and 29th of November, also on the 4th 5th and 6th of December, Anyone wishing to avail of piano practice, can book a practice session for Saturday the 18th of November and Saturday the 25th of November, please ring 0719663242.

Christmas Special

Tommy Fleming will bring his special Christmas Show to Kilronan Castle on Sunday 3^rd  December, 2017. Tickets are currently on sale in Kilronan Castle. Some of the proceeds from this Concert will go towards Ardcarne Community Childcare Facility. Details to follow.

Self Care to wellness

Management course for people living with an on-going or long term health condition will start on Monday 6th November at 10.30am in St Joseph’s Resource Centre, Boyle ... 2.5 hrs for 6 weeks. For further information contact Jackie: 083 847 8076 or email selfcaretowellness@rsg.ie

Stonepark Warrior Challenge 2017

30km Cycle and 8km Run as Duathlon. Option to Cycle only, Run only or Fun Walk 8km route. Taking place on Sunday 12th November with  registration from 10:45 am in Cloonloo Hall. Event starts at 11:30am sharp. Entry fee is an Optional Donation. Money Raised for STOP Suicide and Local Community Amenities. For further details Message our Page.

Class of ’75 reunion

A reunion of girls from the Class of 1975 from Scoil Chroist an Ri, Boyle is presently being organised. It is hoped to have a get together in 2018 to facilitate girls living overseas.

If anyone would like to assist in the organisation and contacting of former students please contact Yvonne Mullaney (nee Higgins) on 086 226 1018. Looking forward to a huge amount of calls!!!

Food Partnership

Boyle Food Partnership was established in July 2017, following the realisation that some households are experiencing food shortages due to a lack of money.  Food supplies are limited and available to those most in need, those who are going without today … not to replenish a cupboard for an unidentified rainy day. We look forward to serving you. If you or anyone you know is going without food due to economic or other hardship, please let them know we are up and running and ask them to get in touch. We will help as best we can. This service is confidential. Tel 071 966 3000 or text 086 738 7910. Email

hiddenpoverty@gmail.com  or Facebook messenger Poverty and Homelessness. All messages will be responded to on the date of receipt.

Boyle Bridge Club

The club has continued for the new season and takes place every Wednesday. Members meet in the Event Centre of The Spool Factory on St. Patrick’s Street. New members are welcome to join from 7.30pm.

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, homemade jams and marmalade, organic free range eggs,, 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. 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.

Update 13th October

       Boyle Community Notes Week beginning 17th October (Week 42)

Yoga for body and mind

Yoga classes recommence at Cleen Hall, Knockvicar Tuesday 17th October at 7.30 pm. For more information call or text Aisling Sharkey 087 753 8845. New yogi’s always welcome

CHURCH OF IRELAND SUPPER SOCIAL

Sean Brennan will be performing at The Four Provinces on Friday 20^th October at 9pm for the Annual Boyle Church of Ireland Supper Social. All welcome.

Boyle Model Railway

The Courthouse, Boyle are looking for volunteers to help build scenery. No experience is needed; just a bit of free time. The trains are set up and working so anyone interested can call in this Saturday between 11am and 1pm to have look around.

ARDCARNE GARDEN CENTRE

The Centre will host a FREE Mini Garden Design Consultation every Wednesday up until 25th October commencing at 11am until 12.30pm. Bring along photos and an outline sketch and get 30 minutes of ideas and inspiration from our professional Garden Designer on how to create your perfect garden.

Dates for Christmas Fair & Market

Plans are well progressed for this year’s Christmas Outdoor Market in the grounds of King House and Craft Fair in King House, Boyle. The Markets take place on Friday December 1st and Saturday December 2nd. On Friday, events commence at 5pm, concluding at 9pm On Saturday the markets and fair are open from 10am until 7pm. For any further inquiries  please contact Úna Bhán Tourism on 071 966 3033

Boyle golf club weekend results

Thank You to everybody who supported the Niamh’s Journey There Fundraiser over the weekend 7/8^th October. The Results were as follows: 1st Terry Canning & Therese O Daly 61

2nd Tom Kearney & Ruth Hogg 63 3rd Sean Heslin & Mandy Toolan 65 12 Hole S/Ford

1st Gerry O Dowd 29pts 2nd Paddy Mc Loughlin 27pts 3rd Jonathan Egan 25pts Winter Open 9 Hole S/Ford 1st Michael Rush 20pts 2nd Peter Leydon 19pts

Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Boyle Musical Society’s forthcoming production of ‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’ will be staged from November 23rd to 25th. The 2017 Show will take place nightly at 8.30pm and we are very fortunate to have permission to stage this year’s production in St. Joseph’s Church, so look forward to a spectacular performance. Based on ‘The Coat of Many Colours’ from the book of Genesis, with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and text by Tim Rice, 'Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' is a show for all the family. It features well known songs like 'Close Every Door' and 'Any Dream Will Do'. Boyle Musical Society last staged 'Joseph...' back in 2001 and the photo is from that production.

Tickets are €15 nightly but concessions for Children and OAP’s will be available for Thursday night’s production (only) at €10. Tickets will be on sale from early November in the following shops-Magees Fashions Main St. Boyle; Taylors Jewellers, Bridge Street, Boyle and Una Bhan Co-operative, Grounds of King House. There is no specific seat allocation but a reserved area will be allocated to pre-purchased seats- The earlier you arrive the better your choice of seat in the reserved area. Any further detail will be posted on our own Website and F/B page in addition to our town websites Realboyle and Boyle Today. We would once again like to acknowledge the entire community of Boyle for their help in the preparation and staging of ‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’ both behind the scenes and front of house. Your dedication and commitment to our Musical Society is very much appreciated.

For more information please go to www.boylemusicalsociety.com of follow them on Facebook.Boyle 

Food Partnership

Boyle Food Partnership was established in July 2017, following the realisation that some households are experiencing food shortages due to a lack of money.  Food supplies are limited and available to those most in need, those who are going without today … not to replenish a cupboard for an unidentified rainy day. We look forward to serving you. If you or anyone you know is going without food due to economic or other hardship, please let them know we are up and running and ask them to get in touch. We will help as best we can. This service is confidential. Tel 071 966 3000 or text 086 738 7910. Email

hiddenpoverty@gmail.com  or Facebook messenger Poverty and Homelessness. All messages will be responded to on the date of receipt.

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, homemade jams and marmalade, organic free range eggs,, 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. 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.  

Update 8th October

Town Enhancement Project News

Boyle Town Team and Boyle Chamber of Commerce have jointly welcomed the granting of €100,000 towards the Town Enhancement Project by the Department of Rural and Community Development. The Town Team and Chamber will now liaise with Roscommon Co Co to ascertain the finer points of the grant. The monies will go towards the Town Enhancement Project to include development and works to make the town centre more visually attractive, the advancement of the Scattered Hotel concept and the development of a master-plan for the former Royal Hotel building.

BOYLE GAA NURSERY PROGRAMME

The Nursery Programme is a series of fun based exercises and games to develop movement, motor skills, agility, balance, co-ordination, running and jumping skills. These skills form the basis for the later development of the specific skills of Hurling, Camogie and Gaelic Football. Registration will take place on Wednesday 11^th October at 7pm until 8pm in Boyle. For boys and girls 4 to 6 years. Age 4 on the 1^st January 2017 and age 6 or under on 31^st December 2017. The Programme will start on Monday 16^th October at 6pm until 7pm in the Boyle Sports Complex. Registration fee is €20 per child plus €2 per evening to cover the rental of the complex.

Rosary Rally at the Marian Shrine

There will be a Rosary Rally at the Marian Shrine, Carrick Road, Boyle on Friday 13^th October at 6.30. Everyone Welcome!

Run Walk N Roll 2017

Now in its 22nd year in Boyle, will take place on Sunday the 15th of October at 3pm at St. Joseph's Hall Boyle. A percentage of the funds raised this year will be donated to 'Niamh's Journey There' as she continues her difficult journey! Check out this link: https://niamhsjourneythere.wordpress.com The theme of this year's run is 'Fight back against Cancer' so that we all come out and fight against it together, both for Niamh and anyone else who benefits from the funds raised for Cancer Research in Ireland. It is a 5.4km run/walk and we encourage everyone to come out and participate, fancy dress is welcome. Entry is on the day and refreshments will be served afterwards. Sponsor cards available. In excess of €160,000 has been raised for cancer research in Boyle, through this event over the last 21 years. Hopefully this money has benefitted people through their journey with cancer and will benefit Niamh on her journey in this difficult time. Looking forward to seeing you all there to support this worthy cause. Contact Damian Regan 0863942388

Cloonloo Cookery Classes

Cloonloo Development are delighted to announce the return of their popular Autumn Cookery Classes with Naomi Taylor in Cloonloo Hall. Classes started on Tuesday October 10th and run every Tuesday until November 7th. For more information call Linda on 086 600 9940 or Breege on 086 373 2775.

CHURCH OF IRELAND SUPPER SOCIAL

Sean Brennan will be performing at The Four Provinces on Friday 20^th October at 9pm for the Annual Boyle Church of Ireland Supper Social. All welcome.

ARDCARNE GARDEN CENTRE

The Centre will host a FREE Mini Garden Design Consultation every Wednesday up until 25th October commencing at 11am until 12.30pm. Bring along photos and an outline sketch and get 30 minutes of ideas and inspiration from our professional Garden Designer on how to create your perfect garden.

Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

The show will be running from Thursday 23rd to 25^th November inclusive. The 2017 Show will take place nightly at 8.30pm and are very fortunate to have permission to stage this year’s production in St. Joseph’s Church, and look forward to a spectacular performance.

Tickets are €15 nightly but concessions for Children and OAP’s will be available for Thursday night’s production (only) at €10. Tickets will be on sale from early November in the following shops-Magees Fashions Main St. Boyle; Taylors Jewellers, Bridge Street, Boyle and Una Bhan Co-operative, Grounds of King House. There is no specific seat allocation but a reserved area will be allocated to pre-purchased seats- The earlier you arrive the better your choice of seat in the reserved area. Any further detail will be posted on the Boyle Musical Society Website and F/B page in addition to our town websites Realboyle and Boyle Today.

Roscommon Volunteer Awards 2017

Do you know an individual, organisation/group or school in County Roscommon who deserves to have their volunteer work rewarded? If so - Roscommon Volunteer Information Service are seeking nominations for the Roscommon Volunteer Awards 2017. There are five categories –   Young Volunteer of the Year: Older Volunteer of the Year: Group/Organisation of the Year: Schools Civic Social Engagement Award (New in 2017): Volunteer of the Year.

Nomination Forms are now available and can be obtained with criteria from

Bridie on 094 98 62565 or email roscommonvolunteerawards@gmail.com Closing Date for nominations is midnight October 9^th. The Awards ceremony will be held on December 1st 2017 “Celebrating Voluntary Activity in Community Life in County Roscommon”

Boyle Food Partnership

Boyle Food Partnership was established in July 2017, following the realisation that some households are experiencing food shortages due to a lack of money.  Food supplies are limited and available to those most in need, those who are going without today … not to replenish a cupboard for an unidentified rainy day. We look forward to serving you. If you or anyone you know is going without food due to economic or other hardship, please let them know we are up and running and ask them to get in touch. We will help as best we can. This service is confidential. Tel 071 966 3000 or text 086 738 7910. Email

hiddenpoverty@gmail.com  or Facebook messenger Poverty and Homelessness. All messages will be responded to on the date of receipt.

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, homemade jams and marmalade, organic free range eggs,, 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. 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.  

Update 29th September

    

ARDCARNE GARDEN CENTRE BOYLE

The Centre will be holding a FREE Mini Garden Design Consultation every Wednesday from 4^th October until 25^th October commencing at 11am until 12.30pm. Bring along photos and an outline sketch and get 30minutes of ideas and inspiration form out professional Garden Designer on creating your perfect garden.

Calling all Boyle Businesses and Community Groups

As you may be aware, the town of Boyle was the recipient of The Bank of Ireland Most Enterprising Town Award 2017. To celebrate this accolade, the town will play host to an Enterprise and Innovation event in The Spool Factory in Boyle on the evening of October 6th from 6.30 pm to 9.15 pm. As well as involving the business community, the initiative involves the wider community and local schools to ensure everyone can get involved and be part of the positive experience. As part of the evening there will be exhibition spaces for local businesses to meet new customers and interact with other local businesses.  There will also be exhibition spaces for clubs, societies, associations etc., from the locality, with all displaying at the event. The event promises to be a fantastic showcase of Enterprise and Community, and will feature a panel discussion on the Future of Boyle and presentations from local schools who are partaking in Bank of Irelands Young Entrepreneurship Programme Bizworlds. Special guest on the night will be Entrepreneur, Businessman and Broadcaster Bobby Kerr. There is no charge for exhibitors and admission is free for this event. Tea/Coffee and refreshments being served by Bank of Ireland.  If you could attend and exhibit and bring with you your family, friends and customers as this will make the event a really enjoyable and worthwhile experience for all in Boyle. Businesses, clubs and societies interested in taking part in the events can register by emailing Grainne King – grainne.king@boi.com or calling into the Boyle branch of Bank of Ireland to speak to a member of staff.

Parish Pastoral council meeting

The Diocese is hosting the Pastoral Gathering again this year in Boyle, and is assisting in its preparation. The Icon of the Holy Family (World Meeting of Families) will be present for veneration at the Gathering on Saturday 7^th October and again in St Joseph’s Church on the Sunday and Monday. St Joseph’s Church are working on a Celebration of Baptism for those Baptised in the last year in October and have discussed lighting the Church and its grounds.

Climate Change Conference

This event will take place in the Bush Hotel, Carrick on Shannon on Saturday 7^th October at 10.30 until 4.30 and is being sponsored by the Galilee Community, Tintagh, Boyle. Speakers on the day will be Nellie McLaughlin who is a native of Donegal and a member of the Sisters of Mercy, Northern Province.  Eamon Ryan is the Leader of the Green Party who’s main task is building the Party. Eamon formerly chaired the Digital and Energy Policy Groups for the Institute of International and European Affairs in Dublin. For further information and bookings call 071 9664 101 or email galileecommunity@gmail.com. 

Curlew Walkers Club

The next meeting of the Curlew Walkers club will be taking  place on Sunday 8^th October meeting on the Crescent, Boyle at 10am. This will be a Climb Grade A/B at Leam/Hangman's Hill with your leaders being David Brett 086 8841 763 and Tom Browne 087 2379 632 at Please confirm times with leader or website prior to each walk www.walkingboyle.com.

Run Walk N Roll 2017

Now in its 22nd year in Boyle, will take place on Sunday the 15th of October at 3pm at St. Joseph's Hall Boyle. A percentage of the funds raised this year will be donated to 'Niamh's Journey There' as she continues her difficult journey! Check out this link: https://niamhsjourneythere.wordpress.com The theme of this year's run is 'Fight back against Cancer' so that we all come out and fight against it together, both for Niamh and anyone else who benefits from the funds raised for Cancer Research in Ireland. It is a 5.4km run/walk and we encourage everyone to come out and participate, fancy dress is welcome. Entry is on the day and refreshments will be served afterwards. Sponsor cards available. In excess of €160,000 has been raised for cancer research in Boyle, through this event over the last 21 years. Hopefully this money has benefitted people through their journey with cancer and will benefit Niamh on her journey in this difficult time. Looking forward to seeing you all there to support this worthy cause. Contact Damian Regan 0863942388

Roscommon Volunteer Awards 2017

Do you know an individual, organisation/group or school in County Roscommon who deserves to have their volunteer work rewarded? If so - Roscommon Volunteer Information Service are seeking nominations for the Roscommon Volunteer Awards 2017. There are five categories –   Young Volunteer of the Year: Older Volunteer of the Year: Group/Organisation of the Year: Schools Civic Social Engagement Award (New in 2017): Volunteer of the Year.

Nomination Forms are now available and can be obtained with criteria from

Bridie on 094 98 62565 or email roscommonvolunteerawards@gmail.com Closing Date for nominations is midnight October 9^th. The Awards ceremony will be held on December 1st 2017 “Celebrating Voluntary Activity in Community Life in County Roscommon”

Boyle golf Club

Winter Open 9 Hole S/Ford which took place on Sunday 24th September with winner being Gerry Carty 21pts, 2nd Michael Connolly 20pts and 3rd Pat Conroy 19pts. The Roscommon cup to be held in Ballaghaderreen Golf Club has been re-arranged for Saturday 14th October. Winter league will be coming up soon and a sheet is Available on the Notice board. Please put your name down if you would like to play in this competition

Boyle Food Partnership

Boyle Food Partnership was established in July 2017, following the realisation that some households are experiencing food shortages due to a lack of money.  Food supplies are limited and available to those most in need, those who are going without today … not to replenish a cupboard for an unidentified rainy day. We look forward to serving you. If you or anyone you know is going without food due to economic or other hardship, please let them know we are up and running and ask them to get in touch. We will help as best we can. This service is confidential. Tel 071 966 3000 or text 086 738 7910. Email

hiddenpoverty@gmail.com  or Facebook messenger Poverty and Homelessness. All messages will be responded to on the date of receipt.

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, homemade jams and marmalade, organic free range eggs,, 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. 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.

Update 22nd September

Roscommon Solstice Choir

This is a voluntary community choir that has raised in excess of €150,000 for charities in Ireland and in London since it was set up in 2013. The choir performs free-of-charge. Members pay their own way to practice and concerts and also pay for day-to-day expenses such as hall-hire, insurance, bus hire, photocopying etc. In order to lighten the burden on members the choir will hold a fundraising concert in Kilronan Castle Hotel on Sunday 1st October, 8 pm. Guest on the night Charlie McGettigan 

A fabulous night of entertainment for only €10.

Niamh’s Journey There

There will be a Pop up Boutique shop opening up in the former Xtravision Shop on Main Street, Boyle on Sunday October 1^st from 12 until 6pm all in aid of Niamh’s Journey There.

ARDCARNE GARDEN CENTRE BOYLE

The Centre will be holding a FREE Mini Garden Design Consultation every Wednesday from 4^th October until 25^th October commencing at 11am until 12.30pm. Bring along photos and an outline sketch and get 30minutes of ideas and inspiration form out professional Garden Designer on creating your perfect garden.

Parish Pastoral council meeting

The Diocese is hosting the Pastoral Gathering again this year in Boyle, and are assisting in its preparation. The Icon of the Holy Family (World Meeting of Families) will be present for veneration at the Gathering on Saturday 7^th October and again in St Joseph’s Church on the Sunday and Monday. St Joseph’s Church are working on a Celebration of Baptism for those Baptised in the last year in October and have discussed lighting the Church and its grounds.

Climate Change Conference

This event will take place in the Bush Hotel, Carrick on Shannon on Saturday 7^th October at 10.30 until 4.30 and is being sponsored by the Galilee Community, Tintagh, Boyle. Speakers on the day will be Nellie McLaughlin who is a native of Donegal and a member of the Sisters of Mercy, Northern Province.  Eamon Ryan is the Leader of the Green Party who’s main task is building the Party. Eamon formerly chaired the Digital and Energy Policy Groups for the Institute of International and European Affairs in Dublin. For further information and bookings call 071 9664 101 or email galileecommunity@gmail.com. 

Run Walk N Roll 2017

Now in its 22nd year in Boyle, will take place on Sunday the 15th of October at 3pm at St. Joseph's Hall Boyle. A percentage of the funds raised this year will be donated to 'Niamh's Journey There' as she continues her difficult journey! Check out this link: https://niamhsjourneythere.wordpress.com The theme of this year's run is 'Fight back against Cancer' so that we all come out and fight against it together, both for Niamh and anyone else who benefits from the funds raised for Cancer Research in Ireland. It is a 5.4km run/walk and we encourage everyone to come out and participate, fancy dress is welcome. Entry is on the day and refreshments will be served afterwards. Sponsor cards available. In excess of €160,000 has been raised for cancer research in Boyle, through this event over the last 21 years. Hopefully this money has benefitted people through their journey with cancer and will benefit Niamh on her journey in this difficult time. Looking forward to seeing you all there to support this worthy cause. Contact Damian Regan 0863942388

Roscommon Volunteer Awards 2017

Do you know an individual, organisation/group or school in County Roscommon who deserves to have their volunteer work rewarded? If so - Roscommon Volunteer Information Service are seeking nominations for the Roscommon Volunteer Awards 2017. There are five categories –   Young Volunteer of the Year: Older Volunteer of the Year: Group/Organisation of the Year: Schools Civic Social Engagement Award (New in 2017): Volunteer of the Year.

Nomination Forms are now available and can be obtained with criteria from

Bridie on 094 98 62565 or email roscommonvolunteerawards@gmail.com Closing Date for nominations is midnight October 9^th. The Awards ceremony will be held on December 1st 2017 “Celebrating Voluntary Activity in Community Life in County Roscommon”

Boyle Food Partnership

Boyle Food Partnership was established in July 2017, following the realisation that some households are experiencing food shortages due to a lack of money.  Food supplies are limited and available to those most in need, those who are going without today … not to replenish a cupboard for an unidentified rainy day. We look forward to serving you. If you or anyone you know is going without food due to economic or other hardship, please let them know we are up and running and ask them to get in touch. We will help as best we can. This service is confidential. Tel 071 966 3000 or text 086 738 7910. Email hiddenpoverty@gmail.com  or Facebook messenger Poverty and Homelessness. All messages will be responded to on the date of receipt.

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, homemade jams and marmalade, organic free range eggs,, 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. 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. 

Update 17th September

MASSIVE THANKS

Curlieu Wheelers Cycling club would like to thank the following for their help and assistance in raising €9000 last weekend for Niamh’s Journey There: Management and staff of Londis and Supervalu supermarkets, Garda Michael Pilkington and Superintendent Seamus Boyle, David Greene, Darren Purcell, Abbey College TY students, Better Buys, Carmels Skincare and Beauty, Ann Wynne Fitness, Brogan’s Pharmacy, Smith, Kelly, Scott, Keith Conroy, Trailcyling, local media, all the bucket collectors and the many guest cyclists from the club and the town who participated on either or both days. The generosity of the community to the cycle has been outstanding and the club wish Niamh well for the future.

Pop Up event in Park Visitor Centre

INSIDE [CRAFT] invites you to its Pop Up Retail Event on Culture Night 2017 at 4.00 pm on Friday 22 September in Lough Key Forest Park Visitor Centre, Boyle. This event, introducing the new INSIDE [CRAFT] Network, will be an opportunity to meet craftspeople, hear about what inspires them, see and purchase their work, in the beautiful surroundings of Lough Key Forest Park The Pop Up Retail event will continue on Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th from 10am to 5pm each day. INSIDE [CRAFT] is a strong, vibrant network representing the craftspeople, artists and designers of Cavan, Leitrim, Longford and Roscommon.

Curlew Walkers Club

All are welcome to join the walks for an Open weekend which takes place on Saturday 23^rd and Sunday 24^th September. Both days meeting on the Crescent, Boyle at 10am

The Saturday walk programme will be, Level C. Castlebaldwin to Balinafad, route will follow the historical trail over the Bricklieve Mountains, length 12km with 200m climb, time 3 to 4 hours. Level A.Castlebaldwin to Boyle, route will follow the historical trail over the Bricklieve and Curlew Mountains, length 18km with 400m climb. Water proof boots needed for the Curlews, time 6 hours approx. Sunday walks programme: Level C. Arigna Mining Experience to Keadue, This route will follow a steady climb up the slopes of Kilronan Mountain, yielding a fine view of Lough Allen. The route takes us past the Mining Experience and continues towards the top of Kilronan Mountain, then sweeping downwards into Keadue. Length 7 km with 200m climb, 3 to 3.5 hours. Level A. Arigna  Mining Experience to Lough Key. This route will follow a steady climb up the slopes of Kilronan Mountain, yielding a fine view of Lough Allen. The route takes us past the Mining Experience and continues towards the top of Kilronan Mountain, then sweeping downwards into Keadue. The route will then follow the historical trail past Lough Meelagh on to the Bogside Inn and then on to Crossna. From Crossna we continue on the Historical trail to Lough Key. Length 20km with 260m climb, time 6 hours approx. For further information Contact Philip James 086 3353000 or Tom Browne 087 2379632 For reasons of safety and personal comfort, all members and guests walking with the club must have the following basic items of equipment: Strong waterproof boots, Waterproof clothing and a walking stick, Woollen hat and gloves, adequate food and liquids, A whistle and a rucksack for all items.

Boyle Scout registration night

Registration Night for all New and Existing members will be held on Wednesday 20th September between 7.00 pm and 9.00 pm in the Scout Den. All Parents who wish to enrol a child for the coming year must please register them on this night. The minimum age is strictly 6 years old. Please note that while they are accepting registration of New Members, places will be dependent both on returning member numbers and Leader numbers and therefore cannot be immediately guaranteed. Weekly meetings will resume where possible the following week, beginning Monday 25th September. Due to a shortage of Leaders, some of our Sections will not be able to re-open, as things stand. We are trying to address this situation, and appeal to anyone that may be willing to help out, to please take that leap of faith and contact us. Being a Leader can be hugely rewarding, many people even finding that they enjoy it!! Full training will be provided, particular skills are not required. Anyone who may be interested in becoming a Leader in any of the Sections would be most welcome and can contact the Group Leader on 086 8360222 or any Leader for further details.

SUMMER STARS ON CULTURE NIGHT

This year we are marking Culture Night in Boyle Library with the awards ceremony for all those children that have completed this year’s Summer Stars challenge. This will take place in the Boyle Library on Friday 22^nd September at 6.15pm and will be followed at 6.30pm by the wonderful Chris Thompson providing a storytelling session for 7 – 10 years old.

BOYLE & DISTRICT ANGLING CLUB

Next Angling Competition will be the Martin Mitchell Cup which will be taking place on Lough Key on Sunday 24^th September. Fishing from 11am until 6pm and this will be a Boat Competition. Also taking place this month will be the Paddy Kelly Cup which will take place on Lough Gara on Saturday 30^th August from 10am until 4pm.

Joint Policing public meeting in Boyle

King House in Boyle will be the venue for a Public Meeting of County Roscommon Joint Policing Committee. It will take place on Thursday 28th September commencing at 7pm.

All members of the public are invited to attend and put questions to the committee concerning policing in the county. Questions should be received no later than Thursday 21st September to Breta Coyle, Community and Enterprise, Aras an Chontae, Roscommon or to bcoyle@roscommoncoco.ie The Roscommon Joint Policing Committee (JPC) was established under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 and is a partnership between the Elected Members and Staff of Roscommon County Council, Oireachtas Members, An Garda Síochána, and the Community. The Roscommon JPC is a forum where matters that affect policing in the County can be discussed. Cllr Rachel Doherty is the local public representative on the committee

Orienteering event in Forest Park

Lough Key Forest Park will again be a centre of action on Sunday September 24th when Sligo Orienteering club will hold a score event in the Park. The day will commence at 11am. This event has only one start time as it is a mass start event. Please do not come late. Please arrive no later than 11.00am with a mass start to commence shortly afterwards. Meet at the campsite entrance.

Parish Pastoral council meeting

The Diocese is hosting the Pastoral Gathering again this year in Boyle, and are assisting in its preparation. The Icon of the Holy Family (World Meeting of Families) will be present for veneration at the Gathering on Saturday 7^th October and again in St Joseph’s Church on the Sunday and Monday. St Joseph’s Church are working on a Celebration of Baptism for those Baptised in the last year in October and have discussed lighting the Church and its grounds.

RUN WALK n ROLL

This year’s Run Walk n Roll in aid of Cancer Research will take place in Boyle on Sunday the 15th of October. Due to the timing of the event it has being decided to give a percentage of this year's fund to ‘Niamhs Journey There ' fund. Hopefully the money (in excess of €160.000) raised in Boyle over the last 21 years will have benefited many on their journey with Cancer and hopefully will benefit Niamh on her difficult journey. Please like and share our page Run Walk N Roll to spread the word. More details to follow soon.

Roscommon Volunteer Awards 2017

Do you know an individual, organisation/group or school in County Roscommon who deserves to have their volunteer work rewarded? If so - Roscommon Volunteer Information Service are seeking nominations for the Roscommon Volunteer Awards 2017. There are five categories –   Young Volunteer of the Year: Older Volunteer of the Year: Group/Organisation of the Year: Schools Civic Social Engagement Award (New in 2017): Volunteer of the Year.

Nomination Forms are now available and can be obtained with criteria from

Bridie on 094 98 62565 or email roscommonvolunteerawards@gmail.com Closing Date for nominations is midnight October 9^th. The Awards ceremony will be held on December 1st 2017 “Celebrating Voluntary Activity in Community Life in County Roscommon”

Boyle Food Partnership

Boyle Food Partnership was established in July 2017, following the realisation that some households are experiencing food shortages due to a lack of money.  Food supplies are limited and available to those most in need, those who are going without today … not to replenish a cupboard for an unidentified rainy day. We look forward to serving you. If you or anyone you know is going without food due to economic or other hardship, please let them know we are up and running and ask them to get in touch. We will help as best we can. This service is confidential. Tel 071 966 3000 or text 086 738 7910. Email

hiddenpoverty@gmail.com  or Facebook messenger Poverty and Homelessness. All messages will be responded to on the date of receipt.

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, homemade jams and marmalade, organic free range eggs,, 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. 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.

Update 1st September

Boyle Tennis Club

Tennis coaching will recommence in Boyle on Wednesday September 6th with an eight week course bringing us up to half term. Times are: 3:30pm until 4:30pm for children from 5yrs. to 8yrs. and 4:30pm until 5:30pm for 9yrs+. The full cost of the course is €40 but why not come along on 6th Sept., and for €5 tries it out!? All equipment including racquets and balls are provided free! Also, in case of bad weather we have great indoor facilities! So, just come

along and enjoy some tennis fun with a fully qualified tennis coach. Enquiries please to Noreen Hawkins on 087 657 3046

Niamh’s Journey there

Curlieu Wheelers Cycling Club will be running a static cycle to raise money for "Niamh's Journey There". This will take place at Londis Supermarket, The Crescent, Boyle, on Friday 8th September and Saturday 9th September. The cyclists will cover "Niamh's Journey There", a distance of 1830 km, which is the equivalent of Boyle to Birmingham and back to Boyle again. The event kicks off at 10.30 am each morning and will run all day. Club members will cover most of the distance but we would appeal to everyone, young and old, to come along and pedal a few kilometres with us to show your support for Niamh. We will provide the bikes and equipment. Donations can be made at Londis on the day, or at any time to the Go Fund Me page at:www.gofundme.com/niamhs-journey-there We would like to extend a HUGE thanks to Neil, Olive, Dan, Richard and staff at Londis for accommodating us.

BASIC FIRST AID COURSE INCORPORATING CPR

The venue for this course will be the Boyle Family Resource Centre and will be taking place on Thursday September 7th at 9.30am until 5pm. To provide each participant with the necessary skills to give immediate treatment to an adult who has been injured or taken ill suddenly, prior to the arrival of the medical services (Ambulance or Doctor). To provide treatment where no further medical (Doctor) treatment is required. To Preserve Life, Prevent Further Injury and Promote Recovery.  The trainer on the day will be James McLoughlin of Absolute Safety. On successful completion of courses, each participant will receive a Certificate issued by Absolute Safety

Celtic cycle to Croagh Patrick

This year’s annual Boyle Celtic cycle to and climb of Croagh Patrick will take place on Sunday September 10th. The cycle will leave Celtic Park at 8am. If interested, please advise Eddie Conroy on 086 257 4257 or eddie@trojan.ie to ascertain numbers. This is always an enjoyable day out with a bus trip home for participants.

Cannonball Run to pass Boyle

This year’s annual Cannonball Run will travel past Boyle on Sunday September 10th. The Adrenalin fuelled event is the largest organised road trip in Europe and the most exciting motoring and social event of the year with most of the world’s top mark car such as McLaren, Lamborghini, Ferrari, Aston Martin, Porsche, Masseratti, Rolls Royce taking part. The cars leave Dublin on Friday 8th September heading to Limerick. On Saturday they arrive in Sligo town centre at 6.30pm joining the N4 at Collooney On Sunday 10th they will leave Rosses Point at 10am, passing on the N4 Curlew Bypass at approximately 10.30am before their finish in Kilkenny later that evening.

Curlew Walkers Club

The next meeting of the Curlew Walkers club will be taking  place on Sunday 10^th September. Meeting on the Crescent, Boyle at 11am.  This will be a Climb/Flat  at O’Donnells Rock. Your leader for the day will be Frances Mc Donagh 087 6787 257.  Please confirm times with leader or website prior to each walk www.walkingboyle.com.

MOBILE UNIT IN BOYLE

The Marie Keating Foundation mobile unit & nurse will once again visit the Family Resource Centre, Boyle on Tuesday September 12th from 10.30am to 3pm. The Foundation Mobile Information Units are staffed by a specialist nurse and visit community groups, workplaces, organisations and public places to bring cancer information straight into the heart of communities nationwide.

BOYLE BOOK CLUB

Boyle Library Book Club is eager as always to welcome new members. Meetings are held monthly in the library, at 11am on a Wednesday mid-month. More details can be had from Boyle Library. All are welcome to come along and enjoy the best of books and the liveliest discussion and to present their own suggestions to the group. Book for Sept is “Dear Life” by Alice Munro and there are copies in the library. The next meeting will be on Wednesday, 13th September at 11am.

Boyle Musical Society

The forthcoming   production of ‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’ will be staged from November 23rd to 25th in St. Joseph’s Church, Boyle. Rehearsals have just begun in St. Joseph’s Hall and a warm welcome is extended to all new, former and existing members to join up for twelve unforgettable weeks of music, singing, drama, dancing, comedy and lots more…. Rehearsals will continue in the Hall on Monday and Thursday evenings. Our Musical Director Anne and Director/Choreographer, Vivienne will be on hand to outline the show to everybody, so come along and join the fun. Moving the show to a different venue for this year, is a huge undertaking and challenge for BMS but we can assure both participants and audiences alike, that this will be a monumental production and a truly spectacular, unforgettable experience for all involved! We will be looking for children from 5th and 6th class to take part in the show and we will hold a workshop specifically for them, at a later date. More details to follow. Based on ‘The Coat of Many Colours’ from the book of Genesis, with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and text by Tim Rice, ‘Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’ is a show for all the family. It features well known songs like ‘Close Every Door’ and ‘Any Dream Will Do’. Boyle Musical Society last staged ‘Joseph…’ back in 2001.

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, homemade jams and marmalade, organic free range eggs, fruit juices, 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. 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.