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 1st 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 4th October until 25th 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 7th 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 7th 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 [email protected].
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 [email protected] Closing Date for nominations is midnight October 9th. 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 [email protected] 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.
