Saturday, November 23, 2013

Think, Shop, Buy Local - whenever possible

Think, Shop, Buy Local - whenever possible



• Shopping local creates jobs. Traders in our area create local employment.
• Local businesses are proportionally more generous in their support of local charities, schools, and community events. So supporting local shops means a financial contribution to our community.
• Local traders and providers have great products at affordable prices. Some people get out of the habit of "local" and can be surprised by the range of products/services available.
• Shopping locally saves you time and money. You travel less, saving on time and fuel.
• Local businesses value, respect and appreciate your patronage.
• We will all shop away occasionally, and that is fine, but we should Think Local First.

Water Protest

Water Protest

In response to the ongoing unacceptable condition of water here, a bus has been arranged from the Boyle area to meet Roscommon Co Councillors at their monthly meeting in Roscommon next Monday, 25th November. The bus will leave from The Crescent at 12.45pm. ALL concerned and affected citizens are invited to come along.

Boyle Golf Club AGM 2013

Boyle Golf Club AGM - tomorrow at 5pm

The AGM of Boyle Golf Club will take place in the Clubhouse on this coming Sunday November 24th at 5.00pm. The meeting will include reports on the past year and election of committee and officers for 2014. All members are invited.

Thursday, November 21, 2013

Daniel Hughes - local hero



Boyle's Daniel Hughes (18) received a Seiko Just In Time Award at the 2013 Irish Water Safety ceremony on Tuesday 19th November in the elegant surroundings of Dublin Castle. Daniel's 
award was presented jointly by Fergus O'Dowd  T.D. Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources and Water Safety chairman Breda Collins.
• Daniel's citation read: "On 8th July 2013, at the Boyle River, Daniel was swimming when he heard shouts for help. He swam down the river and came upon two teenagers in difficulty in the water. He told them to keep calm, grabbed the girl and pushed the boy towards a rock. He then swam to the river bank with the girl and then went back to the boy and brought him to safety.
• Realboyle photos [here...] Irish Independent article [here...]

Little Shop of Horrors ... WOW!


Let's get some facts for you! Wednesday's opening night full house audience in St. Joseph's Hall was treated to a show that will rank with the finest ever by a group of very highly talented stage and 'behind the scenes' performers. Boyle Musical Society's "Little Shop of Horrors" was a delight from start to finish and featured performances among the best I have ever seen and heard ... not 'amateur', but on a par with shows I have seen on Broadway.
• Jamie Dockery, Elissa O'Dowd, Brendan Reid, Lizi Hannon, Ceara Conlon, Lynda Morgan, Danny Doherty and to the entire cast, a sincere congratulations and 'well done' - I will be back again to enjoy your performances while the show is running. You gave the X-Factor to every moment you were on stage. In particular Elissa and Jamie left me with tears of joy with the show-stopper "Suddenly Seymour".
• Vivienne Moran, Director and Choreographer, picked and cast the roles so superbly that I figured 'he/she' must be like that in real life ... they played their parts so very well.
• Anne Kielty, Musical Director, led an orchestra that complemented and accompanied beautifully and thanks to Liam Feeney, sound engineer, could not have been better.
• Oh yes, there are special effects that will delight - the plant with a unique appetite, the motor bike and the dance numbers will set your feet tapping, but you will see all when you attend this great show at 8pm each night including Sunday.
• To book tickets please call the BMS Ticketline  087 607 6521.













Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Community information - tonight

Community information - tonight

Boyle Community Harm Reduction Initiative (CHRI) will host a community information evening 'alcohol in the home', including a presentation by local students on the relationship between social media, young people and alcohol. Family Life Centre, Boyle, 8-10pm Contact: Family Life Centre, Boyle 071 966 3000

Pantomime

Pantomime

Anyone interested in joining the Clock Theatre Group’s pantomime “Cinderella” are invited 
to a meeting on Wednesday 13 November at 8pm in the room above Patrick's Well, on St. 
Patrick Street. Contact Noreen on 087 657 3046 or Gerry on 086 223 9345

Clothes Bank on Military Road

Clothes Bank on Military Road

Please help raise funds by donating clothes you do not need to the clothes bank situated in front of the Family Life Centre, Military Road, Boyle.

Over one billion Facebook pages exist

Comment:

1. Over one billion Facebook pages exist
2. It surprises me that some of our Boyle traders, clubs and organisations do not have a Facebook Page.
3. Some do, but they do not take full advantage of Facebook by (for a start) posting something every day, so that other pages (like this one) can share their news/offers/bargains etc ...
Like it or loathe it, Facebook is a great place to promote your business/news/events, and you can do so for free ... or pay a little to get an even wider spread !!

Monday, November 11, 2013

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All Sports Betting now open

All Sports Betting now open
Sarah Daly and Laura Regan, All Sports Betting, Boyle
Laura wrote: "We will run a special 10% discount on every bet taken tomorrow. We will also have some delicious refreshments in the evening as well as our Daily Free Bet Draw. So please call in and say hello. Sarah and myself will be delighted to welcome you"

Major refurbishment work currently underway at Feelystone

Major refurbishment work currently underway at Feelystone
Quote from Finbarr Feely: "We are very excited to see the renovation work in progress, it will be done in four phases, phase one is almost complete which is our granite and quartz showroom.
• We have teamed up again with our local cabinet maker John Murray Kitchens, John will have seven fully fitted kitchens on display and Feelystone will finish them off with new colours of granite and quartz. 
• We get customers from all the surrounding counties, so it is great exposure for John Murray also, we will also be displaying Roman blinds from Taylor Interiors, this all helps to bring new business to Boyle.
• Phase two is a New Monumental show room, it will be the biggest of its kind in Ireland. New designs and new Materials will be on display.
• Phase three is a New Reception area also displaying fire hearts, customised fireplaces, sealing and grouting products, vanity units and limestone tiles.
• Phase four is upgrading our exterior paving products display, several new paving materials will be laid which will further enhance the existing show area."

Boyle Celtic - Questions and Answers

Boyle Celtic - Questions and Answers

Saturday 16th November, King House: Boyle Celtic FC will host a Question and Answers night with Dermot Gallagher, the former Premier League referee.  Dermot will give a little flavour of life as one of "the men in the middle" and will no doubt have a few stories to tell. He will also take questions from the floor. Tickets (€10 each) are on sale from any committee member and also at: Londis, Trojan, Railway Bar, An Craobhin and Mullens Warren Xpress Stop.
• We will present those who cycled to Croagh Patrick and raised circa €4000 for us, with a commemorative certificate on the night. Each participant will also receive a copy of the group photo taken on the day of the cycle.

Breastfeeding Class - next Thursday

Breastfeeding Class - next Thursday

Thursday 14th of November, 6.30 to 9.30pm. Get breastfeeding off to a good start with a class facilitated by Pauline Mc Loughlin Midwife and Lactation Consultant at the Family Life Centre,
Boyle. The class will cover topics such as breastfeeding basics of positioning and latch, impact of birthing on breastfeeding, making a good milk supply, how to maintain a good milk supply, how to know when baby is getting enough milk, coping with nights, what makes for a contented baby, expressing breastmilk, out and about and breastfeeding and connecting with community resources.
• Cost is €65 including handouts, refreshments, and follow up consultation when baby is born.
• Partners welcome to attend. Class size small to facilitate discussion.
• Contact Pauline McLoughlin to book a place at 087 2327993 or email at
sligobreastfeeding@hotmail.com.

Boyle Branch Library information

Boyle Branch Library information

The library is located at King House, Boyle, Senior Library Assistant: Patricia O'Flaherty
• Tel: 071 966 2800, E-mail:boylelibrary@roscommoncoco.ie
• Monday: Closed, Tuesday: 1.00pm to 8.00pm, Wednesday: 10.00am to 1.00pm and 2.00pm to 5.00pm, Thursday: 1.00pm to 8.00pm, Friday: 10.00am to 1.00pm and 2.00pm to 5.00pm, Saturday: 10.00am to 1.00pm and 2.00pm to 5.00pm

GAA Memorabelia - exhibition in Boyle Library

GAA Memorabelia - exhibition in Boyle Library

There is an Anniversary Exhibition of Roscommon GAA showing in Boyle Library now and until Tuesday 19th November during library opening hours. The exhibition includes images and memorabilia from the All-Ireland Senior Champions of 1943 and 1944, and the All-Ireland Under-21’s Champions of 1978.

Monday, November 4, 2013


Deputy Feighan welcomes Roscommon Water Scheme approvals


Local Government TD Frank Feighan has warmly welcomed the capital funding approval of €12m to enable Roscommon County Council tender for the construction of five new Water Treatment Plants and one pumping station on the Arigna, Boyle/Ardcarne, Roscommon Central and South Roscommon Regional Water Supply Schemes. "Following my strong representations, I'm delighted Environment Minister Phil Hogan travelled to Roscommon to make this announcement, which will significantly address the water quality issues being experienced right across the county."


Galilee Community - SCRIPTURE COURSE


“THE WORD OF GOD THAT JESUS LIVED AND PRAYED” will take place in Galilee Community.
• The course will begin on Tuesday, November 12th from 8-9:30pm and run for four consecutive Tuesdays. Facilitator, Fr. Noel Rooney.
• To book a place phone 071 966 4101 or email galileecommunity@gmail.com.

Gallilee Community - ADVENT RETREAT


The Retreat will take place in Galilee Community on Saturday, November 30th from 10:30am to 5:30pm. The theme, “Advent - A Leap in Faith”.  Reflecting on our Faith from its source, today and into the future.  Presenters Mary O’Connor & Ian Neylon.
• For more information or to book a place please phone 071 966 4101 or email galileecommunity@gmail.com

Stott Pilates


The next 6 week course will commence on Wednesday 6th November in Primary school gym.
• Ladies 8-9pm,  Men 9-10pm. Contact Ann 086 308 8873

Friday, November 1, 2013

Ardcarne Garden Centre - tomorrow (Saturday) and Sunday


The eagerly awaited Grand Opening of the Ardcarne Garden Centre Christmas Shop will be an exciting feature next weekend, 2nd & 3rd November. This will be a real family and community occasion as it is every year, and a chance to support your local Hospice. Come along and enjoy a complementary glass of mulled wine and mince pie while soaking up the atmosphere and finding the very latest in Christmas decorations, lights, trees and gifts.

Abbey Haven Care Centre & Nursing Home




Kelly's Londis Warehouse Sale - today