Update 28th August

Boyle Community Notes Week beginning 1^st September (Week 35)

Post Leaving Cert Courses

Abbey Community College are now taking applications for their FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Business Studies. Application forms can be downloaded from www.abbeycc.ie or by calling to the school reception. The course commences on Tuesday 8th September. The course is suitable for students who have recently completed their Leaving Certificate or those who wish to return to the workplace. Grants are available for students. For more information please contact 071 966 4646

Man. Utd supporters club meeting

The Manchester United Supporters Club county Roscommon branch will hold a Membership Meeting on Thursday September 10th. It will commence at 9.30pm in The Patrick’s Well, Boyle. New Members are welcome. This is the final opportunity this season to register through your local branch.

Lough Key Tri

The annual Lough Key Sprint Triathlon will take place this year on Sunday September 6th. One of the final races of the this year’s Vodafone National Series the sprint distance event has a 750m swim over to the scenic Castle Island and back, a 23km bike leg around the lake followed by a 5km run through the new and improved park paths. Lough Key has consistently proved to be one of the more popular Triathlon events on the calendar and has always managed to attract a quality field with names such as Gavin Noble, Kevin Thornton, Jennifer O’Connell and Laura Tighe topping the results in recent years.

This year’s event is sponsored once again by Waterways Ireland and in addition to our substantial prize pot and well renowned goodie bags we have impressive trophies for the fastest male and female bike splits. New to Lough Key this year will be two new perpetual trophies for the fastest swim splits in memory of club member John Cloughley who passed away earlier this year. Having seen the almost finished trophies we can guarantee that these will be well sought after trophies for years to come! So whether you are a top class triathlete bidding to get your name on one of our high quality bespoke marble trophies for posterity or a beginner looking for a great venue and friendly welcome come to Lough Key on Sunday 6th for a great day’s racing. Entry is strictly limited to 500 on the day so make sure to get your entry in early. It’s also an ideal warm up for the Sprint Triathlon National Championships taking place 3 weeks later in Clogherhead. Full details can be found on the club website www.loughkeytri.com or the Club’s Facebook page.

HEARTFULNESS

A spiritual adventure will take place in the Family Life Centre, Boyle on Thursday 10^th September from 3pm until 4.30pm. Come and experience the beauty of your heart through Relaxation and Meditation. For further details contact Clair Callery on 087 976 0493 or visit www.heartfulness.org

Cannonball Run in the Boyle area

Car enthusiasts are in for treat in Boyle on Friday September 11th when the seventh Cannonball Run travels past the town on the N4. The three day Cannonball Run is the largest organised road trip in Europe and the most exciting motoring and social event of the year. The trip typically features 170 cars including the world’s top makes: McLaren, Lamborghini, Ferrari, Aston Martin, Porsche, Masseratti, Rolls Royce and Bentley. Cannonball Ireland has raised over 700,000 euro for Irish Children Charities. This year, Make A Wish Ireland will be Cannonball Ireland charity. It is a spectacle to behold as the cars and their colourful drivers make their way around Ireland. Friday 11th will see the cars travel from Dublin to Sligo. Further details on www.cannonball.ie

BOYLE & DISTRICT ANGLING CLUB

Fishing for the Martin Mitchell Charity Cup will be taking place on Lough Key on Sunday 13^th September from 11am until 5pm. This is a Boat Competition with all entry fees being passed onto a charity, plus the club contribution.

PPN MEETING

The Roscommon Public Participation Network hereby announces a Network Plenary meeting and committee selection process, to be held on September 14th, 2015 at 7.30pm in the Kilbride Community Centre, Four Mile House, Roscommon and cordially invites all community groups to attend.

Opportunities galore

Roscommon Learning Links Boyle run full Time Level 4 and Level 5 Major Awards in Information Technology from their Training Rooms in Elphin Steet. These are Local Training Initiatives funded by the GRETB-Galway Roscommon Education and Training Programmes. All Courses offer QQI Certification allowing students’ progress to further Education if they wish, or gain certification in Office Applications –an essential requirement for all most all administrative type roles. While Siobhan Gallagher –Centre Co-ordinator has acknowledged the difficulty over the last number of years for students gaining employment, both she and Martina have seen a marked increase in progression since January 2015. 18 students have finished their Training since April 2015 almost 60% of those have opted to go to University or Further Education to achieve Higher Certificates at Level 6 or Degree Programmes while 35% have taken up full-time employment. Their jobs include Tourism, Services Sector, Hospitality, Auctioneering and Construction. Anyone who is currently unemployed and in receipt of a Social Welfare payment can be waitlisted for these Courses. They Run Full-time Monday to Thursday with a half day on Friday. Anyone who is at a crossroads trying to decide where to next could do worse than pop in to Roscommon Learning Links to chat further about the Training Courses available. To anyone who may be disappointed with Leaving Results and in a quandary about what to do, once they are registered with social Welfare they too can join the programme where up to 400 points can be achieved on a Level Programme. Places will be available in September so if interested or you wish to find out more, call either Martina /Siobhan on 071 9664510 or drop in to their offices (next door to Trojan) any morning. Healthcare Modules are also being ran from the Centre commencing September 2015, and are advised, if interested to attend a GRETB Information evening in the Abbey Hotel Roscommon on Tuesday 1st September at 7pm, while if it’s Childcare you might be interested in, an Information session is being held in Hannons Hotel Roscommon on Thursday 3rd September at 8pm. For further detail on Healthcare or Childcare modules call GRETB Roscommon on 090 6634189. A series of Computer Benefit Classes have just been completed at the Centre funded by Irish Rural Links where 20 participants have gained tuition and skill in Internet & Email. These classes were free and offered to those with little or no IT knowledge. It is hoped that these classes will be offered again in the Autumn. The Job Club are also scheduling a 4 week Programme running from the Centre (mornings only) so it’s all go at Roscommon Learning Links and the place to be this Autumn.

BOYLE FARMERS MARKET

The Market is open from 10am to 2pm each and every Saturday in the grounds of King House, Boyle. If you would like to enjoy the best locally grown fresh and organic produce, then a trip to Boyle Farmers’ Market on Saturday should be on your agenda. There is a wide range of seasonal produce, including organic fruit and vegetables, homemade jams and marmalade, organic free range eggs, fruit juices, gluten free/ sour dough/ spelt bread and all kinds of delicious home bakes are available every week. Alongside the food stalls are a number of crafters selling their handmade wares, personalized candles and knitwear. So why not come along and have a chat with the stall holders and avail of their ideas. For further information please a call Una Bhan on 071 966 3033.

boyle golf club

On Sunday 23^rd August the 18 hole was cancelled due to bad weather and will be re-arranged. Thursday 20^th August saw the night competition won by Lorcan Egan 19pts, 2nd Charlie O’Donnell 18pts, and 3rd Jonathan Egan 18pts. Friday 21^st saw the  Scramble won by Patrick Egan, Susan O’Mahoney, Paddy McLoughlin & Lewis Shaw, 2nd Brendan Gaffney, Gerry O’Hara & Peter Leydon, 3rd Michael Reid, Eithne Gaffney & Cillian Doyle. Saturday 22^nd August “Last Man Standing” was won by John McGuinn (20th), 2nd Cillian Doyle (19th), 3rd Cian Smith (19th. “Last Lady Standing was won by Sandra McCrann (17th), 2nd Moira Egan (17th). Well done to Niall Kearney who won his King Harmon semi-final against Seamus Gallagher and is through to the final against Lionel Lynn. The Captains Prize to the juniors was won by Ciara Rooney and Seth Meredith. Other prize-winners were Enda Carr, Niamh Brogan, Sean Brogan Niall O’Donnell, Lorcan Connolly, Maeve Brogan, Mathew Lawlor, Garett Mullen, Grainne Rooney, Brian O’Connor, Kevin Beirne, Thomas Guckian, Christopher Lavin, Shane Lavin, Daniel Casey At the presentation Sandra McCrann & Michael Rush thanked all the Juniors and parents who took part and thanked Brendan, Moira, Paddy and all who helped with the coaching on Saturday mornings. Ciara Rooney and Seth Meredith, on behalf of the prize-winners thanked all the coaches during the season and thanked Susan for arranging the competition.

DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES

Dog Training services provide private one to one classes as well as group classes. Group classes are held in Annaghmore, Colooney and Sligo Golf Academy, Ransborough. At the moment the following classes are running: Wednesday puppy obedience, junior obedience. Friday Puppy play dates Agility. Saturday Socialisation and obedience course adult dog obedience junior handler. Sunday, competition obedience and town walk. For more information please visit the Facebook page or contact Calry Dogs on 087 2765606 or Info@calrydogs.com.

Bingo in Boyle

Every Tuesday evening in St. Josephs Hall Boyle at 8.30pm until 10.30pm. €1000 Jackpot to be won every week.

CV & OFFICE SERVICES

Are you looking for a new job? Are you having difficulty putting together your CV? Would you like some help? Then why not call into the Úna Bhán office in the grounds of King House, Boyle, where we will be delighted to give you any help, advice or information we can. A good CV could make all the difference in getting your job application through to the interview stage. We have a template and sheet of helpful tips to guide you through the process. We will also type your CV if you cannot do this yourself. Or you may just want to call in for a chat about your CV. All information will be treated in the strictest of confidence. For more details, contact Úna Bhán Tourism on 071 9663033. We also offer office services such as Photo Copying, Scanning, Laminating, Typing, Faxing, Binding and Printing are carried out at the Una Bhan office in the grounds of King House, for further information please contact the office on 071 9663033.

Update 21st August

Boyle Community Notes Week beginning 25^th August (Week 34)

ROSCOMMON REMEMBERS

Whet your appetite for the Decade of Commemorations and Ireland 1916:2016 a time of commemoration, conversation and exploration- by listening to tales of that era in Roscommon from people who lived through those times or whose families passed on their stories from one generation to next. Listen to interviews collected by the County Roscommon Folklore & Oral History Network – hear stories of life in Roscommon during times of the Troubles, the Black and Tans and Scramogue Ambush and much more. All this is taking place throughout Heritage Week at Boyle Library during opening hours.

HERITAGE WEEK IN KING HOUSE

Life size historical figures, interactive displays and activities bring the past 300 years to life on Tuesday 25^{th /} Wednesday 26^th / Thursday 27^th / Friday 28^th and Saturday 29^th  August. Free admission for children who are accompanied by an adult.

FeelyStone

Discover 235 Years of Industrial Heritage & Design at Feelystone Boyle. FeelyStone Boyle are delighted to announce details of events as part of National Heritage Week on Friday 28^th & Saturday 29^th August from 2pm until 6pm. The event will launch at 2pm on Friday 28th with the cutting of a cake to celebrate the family’s 235 years in the stone industry. All are welcome over the two afternoons for refreshments and a variety of events including: Guided tours of the factory and showrooms; Stonecutting demonstrations; Visit the museum; and a Reading at 5pm by Barry Feely from his recent book ‘A Life in Stone’. Children can take part in colouring activities to create their own kitchen and young people may be interested to view a demonstration of the company’s design process on CAD (Computer Aided Design) on Friday afternoon. Finbarr Feely and his brother Shane are the 10^th generation of the Feely family in the Boyle business working alongside an expert management and production team. Copies of the County Roscommon Heritage Week Event Guide are available at FeelyStone Boyle & Roscommon Showrooms, in library branches throughout the county and online at heritageweek.ie.

Ardcarne Graveyards Committee

There will be an Audio visual presentation of Boat Building at Shannon Cruisers by Michael John Breheny in Ardcarne Church of Ireland on Friday 28th August at 8.30.  Music by Ceolteoiri Lough Allen.

Boyle Musical Society

While it may not seem like it just yet, the evenings will soon be drawing in around us, meaning it’s time to think about what to do for the autumn….. You could, of course, do worse than take up evening classes for basket weaving, a foreign language or fishing rod maintenance. Or you could stay at home and rearrange your sock drawer! However, the best fun to be had this autumn will be taking part in Boyle Musical Society’s forthcoming production of the well known fantasy musical extravaganza, The Wizard of Oz which will be staged from November 18th to 22nd. Rehearsals will begin on Monday August 31st in St. Joseph’s Hall, Boyle at 8pm 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 at 8pm on Thursday September 3rd and thereafter on Monday and Thursday nights. Musical Director Anne and Director/Choreographer, Vivienne will be on hand to outline the show to everybody, so come along and join the fun. It is hoped to have the principal parts in the show cast by mid September, so we are really expecting a big turnout at the first rehearsal. We will be looking for children, aged 8 to 12 to take part in the show and we will hold a workshop/audition, specifically for them, on Sunday September 20th at 3pm. More details later. Everybody will be familiar with the 1939 film production of The Wizard of Oz, in which Judy Garland played the part of Dorothy, the young girl from Kansas who dreams of faraway places. The show features well-known songs like, ‘Somewhere Over The Rainbow’, ‘We’re Off To See The Wizard’, ‘Ding Dong The Witch Is Dead’, and ‘The Merry Old Land Of Oz’. Plans are already underway to ensure that The Wizard of Oz will be Boyle Musical Society’s most spectacular and memorable show ever! So come along and join the fun on Monday August 31st. Boyle Musical Society will stage The Wizard of Oz from Wednesday November 18th until Sunday November 22nd in St. Joseph’s Hall, Boyle. For more information please go to www.boylemusicalsociety.com or follow us on Facebook.

Tai Chi Classes

Beginner Taoist Tai Chi Classes start with a free Introductory Class on Monday 31st August 7:30pm-9:30pm at the Convent Primary School, Carrick Road, Boyle. Contact Trish on (087) 746 7282 for more information. Everyone welcome.

BOYLE GOLF CLUB

Well done to Enda Smith who won last weekend’s 15^th/16^th August Fore Club Alliance competition sponsored by The Roscommon Herald with 39pts, 2nd Jim Mooney 37pts, 3rd Brendan Gaffney 36pts. Thursday 13^th August saw the 12 hole competition won by Seamus Gallagher with an excellent score of 31pts, 2nd Lionel Lynn 29pts, 3rd Jonathan Egan 28pts. Friday's Scramble was won by Charlie O'Donnell, Pat Conroy, Lewis Shaw & Susan O'Mahoney. The club outing has been fixed for Saturday October 3rd at Portumna Golf Club. The first tee-time will be at 10.30am. Please put your name on the club noticeboard if you wish to attend. In King Harmon news, Lionel Lynn has progressed to the final after defeating Willie Tiernan. He awaits the winner of the other semi final between Seamus Gallagher and Niall Kearney.

BOYLE FARMERS MARKET

The Market is open from 10am to 2pm each and every Saturday in the grounds of King House, Boyle. If you would like to enjoy the best locally grown fresh and organic produce, then a trip to Boyle Farmers’ Market on Saturday should be on your agenda. There is a wide range of seasonal produce, including organic fruit and vegetables, homemade jams and marmalade, organic free range eggs, fruit juices, gluten free/ sour dough/ spelt bread and all kinds of delicious home bakes are available every week. Alongside the food stalls are a number of crafters selling their handmade wares, personalized candles and knitwear. So why not come along and have a chat with the stall holders and avail of their ideas. For further information please a call Una Bhan on 071 9663 033.

DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES

Dog Training services provide private one to one classes as well as group classes. Group classes are held in Annaghmore, Colooney and Sligo Golf Academy, Ransborough. At the moment the following classes are running: Wednesday puppy obedience, junior obedience. Friday Puppy play dates Agility. Saturday Socialisation and obedience course adult dog obedience junior handler. Sunday, competition obedience and town walk. For more information please visit the Facebook page or contact Calry Dogs on 087 2765606 or Info@calrydogs.com.

Bingo in Boyle

Every Tuesday evening in St. Josephs Hall Boyle at 8.30pm until 10.30pm. €1000 Jackpot to be won every week.

CV & OFFICE SERVICES

Are you looking for a new job? Are you having difficulty putting together your CV? Would you like some help? Then why not call into the Úna Bhán office in the grounds of King House, Boyle, where we will be delighted to give you any help, advice or information we can. A good CV could make all the difference in getting your job application through to the interview stage. We have a template and sheet of helpful tips to guide you through the process. We will also type your CV if you cannot do this yourself. Or you may just want to call in for a chat about your CV. All information will be treated in the strictest of confidence. For more details, contact Úna Bhán Tourism on 071 9663033. We also offer office services such as Photo Copying, Scanning, Laminating, Typing, Faxing, Binding and Printing are carried out at the Una Bhan office in the grounds of King House, for further information please contact the office on 071 9663033.

Update 16th August

Boyle Community Notes Week beginning 18^th August (Week 33)

SUMMER READING BUZZ

Following the great success of the first two years of the summer reading challenge, the Boyle Library have joined up with a number of other local authorities to offer children the opportunity of taking part in the 2015 Summer Reading Buzz. The challenge will take place through the month of August. Children will register for the challenge and receive a loyalty card, and a small gift. With every book the child reads they will have their card stamped and once they have read six books they will receive a small prize, and on completing the challenge by reading ten books they will receive further prizes. When the child has completed the challenge and filled in their card (ten stamps = ten library books read) they will also receive a certificate at the end of the summer. Registration cards are available in the Boyle Library.

Colour Run event for Forest Park

Roscommon Colour Run is a fantastic ‘crawl, walk, or run’, colour event suitable for all ages and abilities. It will take place in Lough Key Forest Park, Boyle on Sunday 21st August. Not so much about speed or endurance and more about having the time of your life, The Roscommon ColourRun is a family fun event in which participants of all ages from 1 to 100 years are covered from head to toe in different colours as they make their way through the beautiful grounds of Lough Key Forest Park. The fun continues at the finish line with a gigantic “Color celebration,” using more coloured powder to create happiness and lasting memories, not to mention millions of vivid colour combinations.

With only two rules, the idea is easy to follow: 1. Wear white at the starting line 2. Finish plastered in colour

HERITAGE WEEK IN KING HOUSE

Life size historical figures, interactive displays and activities bring the past 300 years to life. Saturday 22^nd August from 11am until 5pm/ Tuesday 25^{th /} Wednesday 26^th / Thursday 27^th / Friday 28^th and Saturday 29^th. Free admission for children who are accompanied by an adult.

BOYLE ABBEY

Traditional singing and music will take place in the Boyle Abbey on Sunday 23^rd August from 2pm until 5pm. Featuring: - Boyle Singers Circle, South Sligo Traditional Singers and Deus Meus Traditional Musicians. All singers and listeners welcome with free admission.

BOYLE HORSE SUMMER SHOW

The Boyle Horse and Summer Show will take place on Sunday 23rd August at its new location at the top of Green Street between the Church of Ireland and Green Street Veterinary Clinic. Show programs are available in UnaBhan and throughout the town.

Show entries must be delivered to the Marquee between 9am – 12noon on Sunday 23rd August. You can also leave in your completed entry forms and entry fees to UnaBhan from Monday 17th August to avoid the queues on the day. Hope to see you there!

The Michael Coleman Story

This year is the 70^th Anniversary of the death in New York of Michael Coleman, that renowned fiddle player from Knockgrania who emigrated to America one hundred and one years ago.  To fittingly mark these anniversaries, the weekly summer sessions in the Coleman Music Centre tells the story of Michael Coleman. (1891-1945) Michael Coleman himself, very well portrayed by Eamon McCoy resonates his life story. Show runs each Wednesday during August at 9pm. Booking at 0719182599 or www.colemanirishmusic.com

FeelyStone

A Celebration of 235 years in the Stone Industry will take place on Friday 28^th August from 2pm until 6pm beginning with a tour of Feelystone Factory, Greatmeadow, Boyle with stone cutting demonstrations (Celtic Crosses and Contemporary Designs), talks and readings, FeelyStone Heritage and Tradition Exhibition with children’s activities.

Ardcarne Graveyards Committee

There will be an Audio visual presentation of Boat Building at Shannon Cruisers by Michael John Breheny in Ardcarne Church of Ireland on Friday 28th August at 8.30.  Music by Ceolteoiri Lough Allen.

BOYLE FITNESS CLUB

Boxing Club will officially open on Monday 31st August 6.20pm-7.20pm. Children from 8 to 12 years Monday / Wednesday and Friday. Men also (13+) 7.30pm until 9pm. Men (beginners) Monday/ Wednesdays and Friday 9pm-10pm. Ladies Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:30-9pm. Ladies (beginners) Tuesdays and Thursdays 9pm until 10pm. For groups bookings and any enquiries please contact Simon on 086 404 1830. No membership needed just pay as you go.

Lough Key Tri

The annual Lough Key Sprint Triathlon will take place this year on Sunday September 6th. One of the final races of the this year’s Vodafone National Series the sprint distance event has a 750m swim over to the scenic Castle Island and back, a 23km bike leg around the lake followed by a 5km run through the new and improved park paths. Lough Key has consistently proved to be one of the more popular Triathlon events on the calendar and has always managed to attract a quality field with names such as Gavin Noble, Kevin Thornton, Jennifer O’Connell and Laura Tighe topping the results in recent years.

This year’s event is sponsored once again by Waterways Ireland and in addition to our substantial prize pot and well renowned goodie bags we have impressive trophies for the fastest male and female bike splits. New to Lough Key this year will be two new perpetual trophies for the fastest swim splits in memory of club member John Cloughley who passed away earlier this year. Having seen the almost finished trophies we can guarantee that these will be well sought after trophies for years to come! So whether you are a top class triathlete bidding to get your name on one of our high quality bespoke marble trophies for posterity or a beginner looking for a great venue and friendly welcome come to Lough Key on Sunday 6th for a great day’s racing. Entry is strictly limited to 500 on the day so make sure to get your entry in early. It’s also an ideal warm up for the Sprint Triathlon National Championships taking place 3 weeks later in Clogherhead. Full details can be found on the club website www.loughkeytri.com or the Club’s Facebook page.

Cannonball Run in the Boyle area

Car enthusiasts are in for treat in Boyle on Friday September 11th when the seventh Cannonball Run travels past the town on the N4. The three day Cannonball Run is the largest organised road trip in Europe and the most exciting motoring and social event of the year. The trip typically features 170 cars including the world’s top makes: McLaren, Lamborghini, Ferrari, Aston Martin, Porsche, Masseratti, Rolls Royce and Bentley. Cannonball Ireland has raised over 700,000 euro for Irish Children Charities. This year, Make A Wish Ireland will be Cannonball Ireland charity. It is a spectacle to behold as the cars and their colourful drivers make their way around Ireland. Friday 11th will see the cars travel from Dublin to Sligo. Further details on www.cannonball.ie

BOYLE GOLF CLUB

Well done to Lionel Lynn who won 18 hole stableford on Sunday 9^th August with 41pts, 2ndSean Heslin 38pts, Gross Michael Gilmartin, 3rd Gerry Carty 37pts. Thursday 6^th August saw the night Competition won by Seamus Gallagher 22pts, 2nd Patrick Egan 21pts, and 3rd Gerry Carty 20pts.  Friday 7^th August saw the Scramble won Patrick Egan, Annette Bartlett, Lewis Shaw & Michael Gilmartin 2nd Michael Simon, Susan O’Mahoney & Lionel Lynn, 3rd Michael Rush, Gerry Carty & Pat Conroy. Dates for your diary are Last Man Standing” Saturday August 22nd and Lady Presidents Day on Sunday August 30th. In King Harmon news well done to Lionel Lynn, Seamus Gallagher, Niall Kearney & Willie Tiernan who are through to the King Harmon semi-finals. Commiserations to beaten quarter finalists Patrick Egan, Shane O'Dowd, Charlie O’Donnell & Brendan Gaffney.

BOYLE FARMERS MARKET

The Market is open from 10am to 2pm each and every Saturday in the grounds of King House, Boyle. If you would like to enjoy the best locally grown fresh and organic produce, then a trip to Boyle Farmers’ Market on Saturday should be on your agenda. There is a wide range of seasonal produce, including organic fruit and vegetables, homemade jams and marmalade, organic free range eggs, fruit juices, gluten free/ sour dough/ spelt bread and all kinds of delicious home bakes are available every week. Alongside the food stalls are a number of crafters selling their handmade wares, personalized candles and knitwear. So why not come along and have a chat with the stall holders and avail of their ideas. For further information please a call Una Bhan on 071 9663 033.

Bingo in Boyle

Every Tuesday evening in St. Josephs Hall Boyle at 8.30pm until 10.30pm. €1000 Jackpot to be won every week.

CV & OFFICE SERVICES

Are you looking for a new job? Are you having difficulty putting together your CV? Would you like some help? Then why not call into the Úna Bhán office in the grounds of King House, Boyle, where we will be delighted to give you any help, advice or information we can. A good CV could make all the difference in getting your job application through to the interview stage. We have a template and sheet of helpful tips to guide you through the process. We will also type your CV if you cannot do this yourself. Or you may just want to call in for a chat about your CV. All information will be treated in the strictest of confidence. For more details, contact Úna Bhán Tourism on 071 9663033. We also offer office services such as Photo Copying, Scanning, Laminating, Typing, Faxing, Binding and Printing are carried out at the Una Bhan office in the grounds of King House, for further information please contact the office on 071 9663033.

Update 8th August

Boyle Community Notes Week beginning 11^th August (Week 32)

Water Safety Programme 2015

Irish Water Safety programme 2015 is up and running until Friday 14th August and the following week, Monday 17th Tuesday 18th August. Participants should be between 7 and 13 years old. Fee €50 including bus to and from Roscommon Swimming Pool. Bus will leave from behind St. Joseph's Hall. For further information please call Maureen on 086 388 9907.

TRIBUTE TO A GENTLEMAN

A tribute will be paid to Peter Walsh, boat man of Lough Key on Saturday 15^th August on Trinity Island at 5.30pm. Any boat owners who would like to attend please meet at the Lough Key Marina for 5pm.

Colour Run event for Forest Park

Roscommon Colour Run is a fantastic ‘crawl, walk, or run’, colour event suitable for all ages and abilities. It will take place in Lough Key Forest Park, Boyle on Sunday 21st August. Not so much about speed or endurance and more about having the time of your life, The Roscommon ColourRun is a family fun event in which participants of all ages from 1 to 100 years are covered from head to toe in different colours as they make their way through the beautiful grounds of Lough Key Forest Park. The fun continues at the finish line with a gigantic “Color celebration,” using more coloured powder to create happiness and lasting memories, not to mention millions of vivid colour combinations.

With only two rules, the idea is easy to follow: 1. Wear white at the starting line 2. Finish plastered in colour

CELEBRATE NATIONAL HERITAGE WEEK

National Heritage Week will take place between the 22nd and 30th of August this year to shine a light on Ireland’s Industrial and Design Heritage. Heritage Week is a celebration of our local heritage and the joy and pride the Roscommon people have for their heritage. I’d like to say thanks to all the people and groups who have taken the time to plan events for Heritage Week and wish them every success with their events. Over twenty five community groups, organisations and individuals have organised over sixty events around Co. Roscommon to celebrate the rich and diverse heritage that is there for us all to enjoy in the county. Events are taking place from the north to the very south of the county, so no matter where you live there should be a Heritage Week event on near you! There are lots to do for all ages and all the family during National Heritage Week and best of all most of it is free, so enjoy the week! Details of events can be found on www.heritageweek.ie and http://www.roscommoncoco.ie/en/Services/Heritage/Heritage-Week/.

BOYLE HORSE SUMMER SHOW

It’s hard to believe that the Boyle Horse and Summer Show has been running

for three years. Going from strength to strength we are sure that 2015 will be as enjoyable as the last 2 years. There are lots of new craft sections to enter this year, metal work,

stone craft and wood turning, junk couture and loom band making. We would like

to thank all those who help with the fundraising, who volunteer on the day and

who bake, make, sow and sew, making this a wonderful community event.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Quinn and Brennan families,

along with the residents of Deerpark for allowing the show to be hosted at this venue.

To all of you who have helped, who want to help and who as yet don’t realize but will help – thank you! Horse jumping starts at 9:30am on Sunday 23^rd August.

AIRPORT BUS

We have been notified by Marie Paul of the group Making Boyle a Safer Place for the Older People that after lobbying Bus Eireann Boyle is being added as a set down only stop in the 23.00hrs service ex Dublin to Sligo. An implementation date of Sunday 30^th August 2015 has been set for the introduction of the above change.

BOYLE FITNESS CLUB

Boyle boxing and fitness club will be opening on Monday the 31st of August

Lough Key Tri

The annual Lough Key Sprint Triathlon will take place this year on Sunday September 6th. One of the final races of the this year’s Vodafone National Series the sprint distance event has a 750m swim over to the scenic Castle Island and back, a 23km bike leg around the lake followed by a 5km run through the new and improved park paths. Lough Key has consistently proved to be one of the more popular Triathlon events on the calendar and has always managed to attract a quality field with names such as Gavin Noble, Kevin Thornton, Jennifer O’Connell and Laura Tighe topping the results in recent years.

This year’s event is sponsored once again by Waterways Ireland and in addition to our substantial prize pot and well renowned goodie bags we have impressive trophies for the fastest male and female bike splits. New to Lough Key this year will be two new perpetual trophies for the fastest swim splits in memory of club member John Cloughley who passed away earlier this year. Having seen the almost finished trophies we can guarantee that these will be well sought after trophies for years to come! So whether you are a top class triathlete bidding to get your name on one of our high quality bespoke marble trophies for posterity or a beginner looking for a great venue and friendly welcome come to Lough Key on Sunday 6th for a great day’s racing. Entry is strictly limited to 500 on the day so make sure to get your entry in early. It’s also an ideal warm up for the Sprint Triathlon National Championships taking place 3 weeks later in Clogherhead.Full details can be found on the club website www.loughkeytri.com or the Club’s Facebook page.

SUMMER READING BUZZ

Following the great success of the first two years of the summer reading challenge, the Boyle Library have joined up with a number of other local authorities to offer children the opportunity of taking part in the 2015 Summer Reading Buzz. The challenge will take place through the month of August. Children will register for the challenge and receive a loyalty card, and a small gift. With every book the child reads they will have their card stamped and once they have read six books they will receive a small prize, and on completing the challenge by reading ten books they will receive further prizes. When the child has completed the challenge and filled in their card (ten stamps = ten library books read) they will also receive a certificate at the end of the summer. Registration cards are available in the Boyle Library.

The Michael Coleman Story

This year is the 70^th Anniversary of the death in New York of Michael Coleman, that renowned fiddle player from Knockgrania who emigrated to America one hundred and one years ago.  To fittingly mark these anniversaries, the weekly summer sessions in the Coleman Music Centre tells the story of Michael Coleman. (1891-1945) Michael Coleman himself, very well portrayed by Eamon McCoy resonates his life story. Show runs each Wednesday during August at 9pm. Booking at 0719182599 or www.colemanirishmusic.com

Cannonball Run in the Boyle area

Car enthusiasts are in for treat in Boyle on Friday September 11th when the seventh Cannonball Run travels past the town on the N4. The three day Cannonball Run is the largest organised road trip in Europe and the most exciting motoring and social event of the year. The trip typically features 170 cars including the world’s top makes: McLaren, Lamborghini, Ferrari, Aston Martin, Porsche, Masseratti, Rolls Royce and Bentley. Cannonball Ireland has raised over 700,000 euro for Irish Children Charities. This year, Make A Wish Ireland will be Cannonball Ireland charity. It is a spectacle to behold as the cars and their colourful drivers make their way around Ireland. Friday 11th will see the cars travel from Dublin to Sligo. Further details on www.cannonball.ie

BOYLE GOLF CLUB

Well done to Brendan Gaffney who won the Captains Prize last Sunday 2^nd August with a score of 100 over 27 holes. In an exciting finish the win was secured when Willie Tiernan's final putt lipped the hole and a relieved Brendan won his first Captains Prize.

The full list of prize-winners were as follows…..1st Brendan Gaffney, 2nd Willie Tiernan, Gross Gary Carty , 3rd Lorcan Egan, 18 Net Seamus Gallagher, Categories 0-13 Patrick Egan, 14-18 Paddy Nangle 19-28 Derek Henry, 1st Nine Shane O’Dowd, 2nd Nine Tommy King, 3rd Nine Lionel Lynn Tom Kearney, Past Captain Sean Heslin, Senior Vincent Egan, Student 1st Enda Smith, Visitor Colm McQueeney Ladies Prizes 1st Carmel McGarry, 2nd Liz Dwyer, Gross Tish Perry, 3rd Michelle Quinn. On Thursdays 30^th June saw the Par Three competition won by Pat Conroy 45pts, 2nd Michael Gilmartin 44pts, Gross Owen Garvin, and 3rd Lewis Shaw 42pts. Fridays Captains Scramble was won by Sandra McCrann, Michael Rush & Patrick Egan, 2nd Marie Gallagher, Liam Whyte & Tom Kearney, 3rd Liz Dwyer, Terry Canning, Eamon Perry, Criona O’Donnell. Dates for your diary are the Foreclub Alliance Sat/Sun August 15th/16th, “Last Man Standing” Saturday August 22nd and Lady Presidents Day on Sunday August 30th.

BOYLE FARMERS MARKET

The Market is open from 10am to 2pm each and every Saturday in the grounds of King House, Boyle. If you would like to enjoy the best locally grown fresh and organic produce, then a trip to Boyle Farmers’ Market on Saturday should be on your agenda. There is a wide range of seasonal produce, including organic fruit and vegetables, homemade jams and marmalade, organic free range eggs, fruit juices, gluten free/ sour dough/ spelt bread and all kinds of delicious home bakes are available every week. Alongside the food stalls are a number of crafters selling their handmade wares, personalized candles and knitwear. So why not come along and have a chat with the stall holders and avail of their ideas. For further information please a call Una Bhan on 071 9663 033.

Bingo in Boyle

Every Tuesday evening in St. Josephs Hall Boyle at 8.30pm until 10.30pm. €1000 Jackpot to be won every week.

CV & OFFICE SERVICES

Are you looking for a new job? Are you having difficulty putting together your CV? Would you like some help? Then why not call into the Úna Bhán office in the grounds of King House, Boyle, where we will be delighted to give you any help, advice or information we can. A good CV could make all the difference in getting your job application through to the interview stage. We have a template and sheet of helpful tips to guide you through the process. We will also type your CV if you cannot do this yourself. Or you may just want to call in for a chat about your CV. All information will be treated in the strictest of confidence. For more details, contact Úna Bhán Tourism on 071 9663033. We also offer office ser

vices such as Photo Copying, Scanning, Laminating, Typing, Faxing, Binding and Printing are carried out at the Una Bhan office in the grounds of King House, for further information please contact the office on 071 9663033.