Update May 31st

BOYLE MENS BASKETBALL

Boyle basketball club are trying to establish if there is any interest in establishing a men’s team in Boyle for next season. Presently there are a number of men interested in a team but more are required. Please contact any club member or boylebasketball@yahoo.com if interested. Boyle Women’s Basketball team is going from strength to strength. If you would like to participate please get in contact.

LIGHTS FOR PLEASURE GROUNDS

Five new solar powered light have been installed in the Pleasure Grounds in Boyle. The lights have zero running or electrical costs. The project was identified and led by Boyle Town Team who are working in association with Roscommon County Council towards installation. Funding was obtained by the Team by way of a grant from the RAPID fund. This was complimented by additional funds from a charity car wash undertaken by Boyle Fire Service. It is hoped the lights, which will be installed in key areas of the grounds, will add to the security of the area. The Pleasure Grounds is a key part of the Boyle 2040 plan. The Plan is currently being finalised and further details of this and a number of other exciting Town Team projects will be announced in the coming weeks.”

SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES

Social Dance Classes in Tawnytaskin Community Centre on Wednesday nights at 8.30pm. Teaching of Jive, Slow-Waltz, Old time Waltz, Quick-Step, and Fox-Trot. All Welcome no Partners required. For more details, contact Colette 087 266 6423

Curlew Walkers Club

The next meeting of the Curlew Walkers will be on Saturday/Sunday 9^th/10^th June meeting on the Crescent, Boyle at  9am. This will be a Clonbur walk and is a climb, grade B. Leader for the day will be Eugene Griffin 086 256 0400. Please confirm times with leader or website prior to each walk www.walkingboyle.com

RECYCLING WORKSHOP

Crossna Community Co-op is hosting a free workshop on recycling on Tuesday June 12th at 7.30pm in the Community Centre, Cleen hall. The workshop will be given by “VOICE”, the recycling ambassador programme, its aim is to improve recycling rates and to reduce levels of contamination in household recycling bins. All are welcome to attend. The AGM of the Co-op will be held after the workshop at 8.30 pm. Further information from Knockvicar Organic Garden or from 0868301259.

LOUGH KEY AQUATHON

The Lough Key Aquathon will take place this year on Wednesday June 13^th will consist of 750m swim and a 5k run. Commencing at 7.30pm in Lough Key Forest Park, the Aquathon is part of the Midlands Series. More information on closer to the event.

CANCER SOCIETY FUNDRAISING NIGHT

A fundraising night for the Irish Cancer Society will take place in the Patrick’s Well on June 22nd and The Moylurg on July 6th. The event is in aid of Boyle man Paul Condon’s sponsored parachute jump which will take place on Sunday July 22nd. Limerick by birth but Boyle by nature, Paul has been 25 years in his adopted town and has raised over €25,000 to date for the Irish Cancer Society through a number of fundraising ventures.

BOYLE GOLF CLUB

Open Week at Boyle Golf Club runs this year from Monday 2nd to Friday 6th July.

BAF’18

Tickets are now on sale for two great performances during Boyle Arts Festival. The Rob Strong & Don Baker Band will play in Daly’s Storehouse on July 21st. On Monday July 23rd, Luka Bloom will make a very special intimate appearance, in the Church of Ireland.

Tickets for both and many other performances during BAF’18 are now available on www.boylearts.com

Courtyard MarketThe 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,

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

Update 26th May

BOYLE MUSICAL SOCIETY

The  BMS have been nominated by AIMS for an award for Best Visual). This nomination recognises the expertise of everyone in our Society, but in particular Mandy Toolan for Costumes, Teresa Ward for Hair, Kate Conneely for Make-up and Patricia Golden for Props. Together with the lighting proficiency of Nigel & Tom Cleary and the expert direction of our Production Team this nomination is so well deserved. The venue of St Joseph’s Church greatly enhanced the Visuals and once again a sincere thanks to Fr Gerry and the Pastoral Council for allowing us stage our 2017 show in our Parish Church. The Winner will be announced at the AIMS AWARDS Banquet in Killarney on 16th June. The other nominees in this category are Portlaoise Musical Society and Waterford Musical Society.

LIGHTS FOR PLEASURE GROUNDS

Five new solar powered light are to be installed in the Pleasure Grounds in Boyle in the next number of weeks. The lights have zero running or electrical costs. The project was identified and led by Boyle Town Team who are working in association with Roscommon County Council towards installation. Funding was obtained by the Team by way of a grant from the RAPID fund. This was complimented by additional funds from a charity car wash undertaken by Boyle Fire Service. It is hoped the lights, which will be installed in key areas of the grounds, will add to the security of the area. The Pleasure Grounds is a key part of the Boyle 2040 plan. The Plan is currently being finalised and further details of this and a number of other exciting Town Team projects will be announced in the coming weeks.”

SPECIAL MERIT AWARD FOR ABBEY GIRLS

Congratulations to Boyle, Abbey College girls Heidi Caldbeck, Sarah Conheady, Caoimhe Cregg, Amanda Wynne and Kate Murphy and their project ‘Save our Seas’ on winning the 10 year Anniversary Special Merit award at today’s ‘One Good Idea’ final in Dublin Castle.

SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES

Social Dance Classes in Tawnytaskin Community Centre on Wednesday nights at 8.30pm. Teaching of Jive, Slow-Waltz, Old time Waltz, Quick-Step, and Fox-Trot. All Welcome no Partners required. For more details contact Colette 087 266 6423

I.C.A – TEA TASTING NIGHT

Boyle and District I.C.A will have guest speaker Doris Rabe (Irish Tea company) on Tuesday 29th May and will provide a tea tasting night including a talk about nutrition and her website www.goodhealthclinic.ie, Doris is also a beekeeper and producer of honey so it will be an interesting night. There will be a small fee to cover costs. Find out more about Boyle and District I.C.A. by contacting Eimear Browne on 087 977 7036..

BLOOD DONATION CLINIC

Save a life – give blood on Thursday 31st May 4.30 until 8pm in St Josephs Hall, Boyle. I in 4 people need blood but only 1 in 33 give blood….do you?

A NIGHT AT THE RACES 

This Novelty Race event promises to be a great night’s entertainment in addition to raising funds for the club. It will take place in Mattimoe’s Bar commencing at 9.30pm on Sunday June 3rd. There are still some horses remaining for sponsorship at €20 each. Contact any committee member if interested. Sponsorship includes horse, jockey, colours, race card, entry to the parade ring and form advice.

CURLEW WALKERS CLUB

The next meeting of the Curlew Walkers will be on Saturday/Sunday 9th/10th June meeting on the Crescent, Boyle at  9am. This will be a Clonbur walk and is a climb, grade B. Leader for the day will be Eugene Griffin 086 256 0400. Please confirm times with leader or website prior to each walk www.walkingboyle.com

LOUGH KEY AQUATHON

The Lough Key Aquathon will take place this year on Wednesday June 13th will consist of 750m swim and a 5k run. Commencing at 7.30pm in Lough Key Forest Park, the Aquathon is part of the Midlands Series. More information on closer to the event.

CANCER SOCIETY FUNDRAISING NIGHT

A fundraising night for the Irish Cancer Society will take place in the Patrick’s Well on June 22nd and The Moylurg on July 6th. The event is in aid of Boyle man Paul Condon’s sponsored parachute jump which will take place on Sunday July 22nd. Limerick by birth but Boyle by nuture, Paul has been 25 years in his adopted town and has raised over €25,000 to date for the Irish Cancer Society through a number of fundraising ventures.

OPEN ARTS FESTIVAL

Boyle Art Exibition are accepting Art submissions on Friday July 6th and 7th July from 4pm until 6pm at the Parochial School, Military Road, Boyle. Guidelines and form. For further information email patricia@unabhan.ie  or Una Bhan Tourism, Grounds of King House, Boyle 071 9663 033.

BAF’18

Tickets are now on sale for two great performances during Boyle Arts Festival. The Rob Strong & Don Baker Band will play in Daly’s Storehouse on July 21st. On Monday July 23rd, Luka Bloom will make a very special intimate appearance, in the Church of Ireland.

Tickets for both and many other performances during BAF’18 are now available on www.boylearts.com

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 

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 

Update 18th May

SPECIAL MERIT AWARD FOR ABBEY GIRLS

Congratulations to Boyle, Abbey College girls Heidi Caldbeck, Sarah Conheady, Caoimhe Cregg, Amanda Wynne and Kate Murphy and their project ‘Save our Seas’ on winning the 10 year Anniversary Special Merit award at today’s ‘One Good Idea’ final in Dublin Castle.

BAF ’18

Tickets are now on sale for two great performances during Boyle Arts Festival. The Rob Strong & Don Baker Band will play in Daly’s Storehouse on July 21st. On Monday July 23rd, Luka Bloom will make a very special intimate appearance, in the Church of Ireland.

Tickets for both and many other performances during BAF’18 are now available on www.boylearts.com

FINE ART WEAVING

An exhibition celebrating Fine Art Weaving from Ireland and Scotland is open to all in King House until May 24th. Fabulous pieces by Terry Dunne, Joan Baxter, John Brennan, Amanda Gizzi, Angela Forte, Mary Cuthbert, Frances Crowe, and Elizabeth Radcliffe.

CURLEW WALKERS CLUB

The next meeting of the Curlew Walkers will be on Sunday 27th May at 9am. This willd be a Climb  Grade B/C Meeting on the Crescent, Boyle at 9am  Leader for the day will be Philip James 086 335 3000 and Henk Meijnhart 087 273373. Please confirm times with leader or website prior to each walk www.walkingboyle.com

CAVETOWN PIKE ANGLING COMPETITION

Cavetown and Clogher Angling club will hold a Pike Angling competition on Cavetwon Lake. This boat only event will take place on Sunday May 27th. Entry from 9.30am with fishing from 11-4. Prize giving at Cavetown Amenity Area on the lake shore. Strict catch and release policy and boats must have a holding tank and electric outboards only. More information from William Little 087 2985879/ John Casserly 086 8817133 or Gary Beirne 

PADRE PIO 2018 PILGRIMAGE TO HOLY CROSS

The Padre Pio Pilgrimage to Holy Cross, Co Tipperary will take place on Sunday 27th May. A bus will leave The Crescent, Boyle, at 8.00am sharp. For further information, please call Moya on 071 966 2110

I.C.A – TEA TASTING NIGHT

Boyle and District I.C.A will have guest speaker Doris Rabe (Irish Tea company) on Tuesday 29th May and will provide a tea tasting night including a talk about nutrition and her website www.goodhealthclinic.ie, Doris is also a beekeeper and producer of honey so it will be an interesting night. There will be a small fee to cover costs. Find out more about Boyle and District I.C.A. by contacting Eimear Browne on 087 977 7036.

BLOOD DONATION CLINIC

Save a life – give blood on Thursday 31st May 4.30 until 8pm in St Josephs Hall, Boyle. I in 4 people need blood but only 1 in 33 give blood ... do you?

A NIGHT AT THE RACES 

This Novelty Race event promises to be a great night’s entertainment in addition to raising funds for the club. It will take place in Mattimoe’s Bar commencing at 9.30pm on Sunday June 3rd. There are still some horses remaining for sponsorship at €20 each. Conatct any committee member if interested. Sponsorship includes horse, jockey, colours, race card, entry to the parade ring and form advice.

OPEN ARTS FESTIVAL

Boyle Art Exibition are accepting Art submissions on Friday July 6th and 7th July from 4pm until 6pm at the Parochial School, Military Road, Boyle. Guidelines and form. For further information email patricia@unabhan.ie  or Una Bhan Tourism, Grounds of King House, Boyle 071 9663 033.

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.

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 

Update 11th May

SAFETALK TRAINING IN BOYLE

Following the success of last year’s safeTALK training, another one is planned for Thursday May 17^th This free event will take place in Boyle Family Resource Centre from 7pm to 10pm

Booking is essential on 071 9663000 Learn four basic steps to recognise persons with thoughts of suicide and connect them with suicide helping resources. Suitable for everyone who wants to help prevent suicide: front line workers, clergy, volunteers, parents, teachers, citizens.

FINE ART WEAVING

An exhibition celebrating Fine Art Weaving from Ireland and Scotland is open to all in King House until May 24th. Fabulous pieces by Terry Dunne, Joan Baxter, John Brennan, Amanda Gizzi, Angela Forte, Mary Cuthbert, Frances Crowe, and Elizabeth Radcliffe.

Curlew Walkers Club

The next meeting of the Curlew Walkers will be on Sunday 27^th May at 9am. This willd be a Climb  Grade B/C Meeting on the Crescent, Boyle at 9am  Leader for the day will be Philip James 086 335 3000 and Henk Meijnhart 087 273373. Please confirm times with leader or website prior to each walk www.walkingboyle.com

CAVETOWN PIKE ANGLING COMPETITION

Cavetown and Clogher Angling club will hold a Pike Angling competition on Cavetwon Lake. This boat only event will take place on Sunday May 27th. Entry from 9.30am with fishing from 11-4. Prize giving at Cavetown Amenity Area on the lake shore. Strict catch and release policy and boats must have a holding tank and electric outboards only. More information from William Little 087 2985879/ John Casserly 086 8817133 or Gary Beirne

PADRE PIO 2018 PILGRIMAGE TO HOLY CROSS

The Padre Pio Pilgrimage to Holy Cross, Co Tipperary will take place on Sunday 27th May. A bus will leave The Crescent, Boyle, at 8.00am sharp. For further information, please call Moya on 071 966 2110

OPEN ARTS FESTIVAL

Boyle Art Exibition are accepting Art submissions on Friday July 6^th and 7^th July from 4pm until 6pm at the Parochial School, Military Road, Boyle. Guidelines and form. For further information email patricia@unabhan.ie  or Una Bhan Tourism, Grounds of King House, Boyle 071 9663 033.

MANUAL HANDLING COURSE IN BOYLE                                                                                                                                                       

A five-day Manual Handling Instructors Course QQI Level 6 will take place at Boyle Enterprise Centre this May. The course will provide participant with the knowledge and skill to provide manual handling training and to manage workplace risks. Course content includes Legislative requirements, Anatomy and back care, Ergonomic principles and risk assessment, Manual handling principles and techniques, Planning and design of manual handling training programmes, delivery of manual handling training. Course dates May 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th. Times 9.30/4.30. For more information or to book places please email info@roleskillnet.com or call 071 9673440.

PLEASE SUPPORT BOYLE GAA DRAW

Boyle GAA’s monster spring draw which is currently underway has hugely attractive prizes.

You can win a €2.500 holiday voucher and go to any destination you choose, while second prize features a weekend in Dublin and two All Ireland football final tickets. Tickets are just €5 and a book of five is available for €20. If you’re not in Boyle we can arrange to send you tickets, just email boylegaatreasurer@gmail.com for details. Your help and support for our fundraising initiatives is vital to the success of the club and enables us to develop our Abbey Park facilities on an ongoing basis.

 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 take home as well as organic fruit and vegetables, 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

Update 4th May

                           

BOYLE HOLIDAY GROUP

The holiday group will travel to North Donegal on Monday 11th June until Friday 15th June, staying at the Mount Errigal Hotel, Letterkenny. Enquiries to Mary Regan 086 1298355 or 071 9663544.

LOUGH KEY CLASSIC CYCLING

Any business in Boyle who would like to have a stand at the Lough Key Classic Cycling Sportive registration and finish in the Sports Complex, Boyle on Saturday evening May 12th and Sunday morning May 13th should contact Brian Nerney on 086 2575032. This is an ideal opportunity to advertise your event or product to over 200 cyclists. There will be no charge for a stand.087 2547534

ARDCANE GARDEN CENTRE BOYLE

On Saturday 12^th there will be a demonstration on Gardening for Pollinators with Wildlife expert Michael Bell, learn how to attract valuable pollinating insects to your garden. These are Free events, all welcome.

BOYLE CAMERA CLUB

On Friday, May 11^th Boyle Camera Club members will photograph people in the town of Boyle for a special project – ‘Boyle: A Moment in Time 2018’. Like every society in Ireland, Boyle is changing. Our community is made up of people from a range of backgrounds, cultures and places. One thing they do have in common is a decision to live or work in Boyle, and they are all actively shaping how our community works and the way our town will develop beyond 2018.

DARKNESS INTO LIGHT

Darkness into Light is an Annual 5k Walk/Run in aid of Pieta House. On Saturday the 12th of May a community will come together at St Joseph’s Hall and walk in support of positive mental health. This is a truly unique experience made by YOU. Family, friends and friends you haven't met yet gathering in support of those who may be struggling or those we have lost. Together we stand together as a community and shine a beacon of light and hope. This will be Boyle's second year to host the world wide event.

Curlew Walkers Club

The next meeting of the Curlew Walkers will be a Weekend in Wicklow on Saturday and Sunday 12^th and 13^th May meeting in Wicklow. Your leaders for the day will be Darragh Kelly and team 086 1731 517. This will be a  Climb grade A/B/C. Please confirm times with leader or website prior to each walk www.walkingboyle.com

CAVETOWN PIKE ANGLING COMPETITION

Cavetown and Clogher Angling club will hold a Pike Angling competition on Cavetwon Lake. This boat only event will take place on Sunday May 27th. Entry from 9.30am with fishing from 11-4. Prize giving at Cavetown Amenity Area on the lake shore. Strict catch and release policy and boats must have a holding tank and electric outboards only. More information from William Little 087 2985879/ John Casserly 086 8817133 or Gary Beirne

PADRE PIO 2018 PILGRIMAGE TO HOLY CROSS

The Padre Pio Pilgrimage to Holy Cross, Co Tipperary will take place on Sunday 27th May. A bus will leave The Crescent, Boyle, at 8.00am sharp. For further information, please call Moya on 071 966 2110

MANUAL HANDLING COURSE IN BOYLE 

A five-day Manual Handling Instructors Course QQI Level 6 will take place at Boyle Enterprise Centre this May. The course will provide participant with the knowledge and skill to provide manual handling training and to manage workplace risks. Course content includes Legislative requirements, Anatomy and back care, Ergonomic principles and risk assessment, Manual handling principles and techniques, Planning and design of manual handling training programmes, delivery of manual handling training. Course dates May 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th. Times 9.30/4.30. For more information or to book places please email info@roleskillnet.com or call 071 9673440.

BOYLE HOLIDAY GROUP

The holiday group will travel to North Donegal on Monday 11th June until Friday 15th June, staying at the Mount Errigal Hotel, Letterkenny. Enquiries to Mary Regan 086 1298355 or 071 9663544.

PLEASE SUPPORT BOYLE GAA DRAW

Boyle GAA’s monster spring draw which is currently underway has hugely attractive prizes.

You can win a €2.500 holiday voucher and go to any destination you choose, while second prize features a weekend in Dublin and two All Ireland football final tickets. Tickets are just €5 and a book of five is available for €20. If you’re not in Boyle we can arrange to send you tickets, just email boylegaatreasurer@gmail.com for details. Your help and support for our fundraising initiatives is vital to the success of the club and enables us to develop our Abbey Park facilities on an ongoing basis.

 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 take home as well as organic fruit and vegetables, 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