Sleeping out to raise funds for Simon

LOCAL MAN Carlo Cretaro is trying to organise a "sleep out night" to raise money for the Galway Simon homeless community.

This will be something similar to the project that was ran over in Carrick-on-Shannon a few weeks ago in which numerous people camped outside from 8pm to 8am. The Gardai and town council will be informed of the sleep out if it goes ahead, and the public toilet facility nearby will be available. Those taking part may wear whatever clothing they like bring along a sleeping bag and cardboard for use underneath if desired. It will take place on Friday 18th December around the town clock on the Crescent. The 18th of December is one of the longest nights in the calendar year, and for the homeless it's an even longer night! If anyone would be interested in doing this very worthy cause then I can be contacted at 0868633592 or carlocretaro@hotmail.com. FARMERS' MARKET: Boyle Farmers' Market continues this week with, as ever, the opportunity to buy fresh, locally grown or home made produce direct from the people who make or grew it. The market is held in the grounds of King House in Military Road, Boyle, every Saturday from 10am until 2pm, with stallholders from around the region braving the elements to bring you the finest local produce and handmade crafts. A JOB WELL DONE: Well done to all those involved in the spectacular and breathtaking production of the musical 'Jesus Christ Superstar' that was staged in Boyle last week. Twelve long weeks of rehearsing came to fruition in spectacular style, when the cast of ' Jesus Christ Superstar' unveiled their latest show in St. Joseph's Hall, Boyle. Well known composers, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice wrote this highly acclaimed musical and it originally opened on Broadway in 1970. This is the first time 'Jesus Christ Superstar' has been performed in Boyle and the production team have been preparing for this show since last April. The cast of 40 have been rehearsed under the expert guidance of Director Frank O'Mahoney, Choreographer Vivian Moran and Musical Director, Ann Kielty since early September and their wealth of experience and dedication has brought the best out of every cast member for this year's show. Well done again. DEAR SANTA: Do you know a little someone who would like to receive a personal letter from the man in red himself this December? Here at the Una Bhan Craft Shop we have established a direct line to Santa Claus and we've arranged for him to reply to children's' letters this Christmas. Get your child to write their letter to Santa and post it in the special Santa Box in the Una Bhan Craft Shop. Santa's Letter Service will run from Saturday November 22nd until Monday, December 15th. EXIBITION OF ART: Boyle Library presents an exhibition of Mary Cawley 'Landscape, Seascape and Still Life' paintings during opening hours, the exhibition is on display until 18th November. EVERYTHING EXCEPT A CARAVAN: Rev. Shiela Johnson, who ministered in the whole of Co. Roscommon, and parts of Counties Sligo and Longford from 1997 until 2001, has just published her autobiography, entitled 'Everything except a Caravan'. It tells of her journey from early childhood to the present day. There were many twists and turns in that journey, and she recalls these events and all the different paths that life has taken. We hear of some of the hardships as well as the fun and loving times. All the proceeds from this book are being given to charity. THE M.S. SOCIETY OF IRELAND, (Donegal Branch) will benefit. The other charity is a Christian Hospital in Israel, St. Luke's, in Nablus. This hospital, where everyone, of whatever religious persuasion, is treated, receives no state funding so this money will go towards the provision of a CAT Scan. The cost of this publication is 12.95 euro and can be purchased at Úna Bhán Tourism craft shop, grounds of King House, Boyle. AUTUMN WINNERS: There was a good turn-out for our meeting November Meeting of Boyle Camera Club. Members gathered to hear the outcome of the 'Autumn' quarterly competition, which was judged by Dublin photographer, Sean Kennedy. Congratulations to the winners: Beginners: Rob Wheeldon, with Frances Farrell in second place and Mary Lane third; Intermediate winner was Margaret Dolan,with Fiona Farrell in second place and Philip Candon third. Tony Murphy won the Advanced section, with Norman Little second and Ben Millet in third place. A slide show of motivation submissions on ' Creative Lighting' was shown by Joe Kennedy and members were reminded that there is still time to submit pictures from the photoshoot at Drumcliff and Mullaghmore. ANGLING NEWS: Members of Boyle Rambling Anglers Association were very successful in recent Angling events. John Nicholson took 1st place with a pike weighing in at 171/2 lbs at Lough Mac Nean, also at Lough Callow the Ballaghaderreen club competition winner was John Nicholson with a pike weighing in at 15.70oz. Peter Noone, with a pike weighing in at 24lbs at Lough Gara. Brendan Sharkey, also at Lough Gara (a different event), with a pike weighing 23lbs. Christy Greene with a pike weighing 101/2 lbs at Lough Gowna. Pat Egan with a pike, weighing 101/2 lbs at Lough Mealagh. Other members were successful in Runner-up prizes at all the above venues. A meeting of the Association will be held in the Royal Hotel on Wednesday 18th November at 9pm. All members are asked to attend for further information contact 086 400 6254. LARGE GOODS: Boyle Civic Amenity Centre will accept large goods on Saturday 21st November. BOYLE GOLF CLUB: The winter league finished last weekend 7th November, thanks to all who took part. Thanks also to the organisers for all the work in ensuring the competition was a great success and to Phil and Gerry for providing catering. The competition winners were Brendan Gaffney, Michael Reid and Attracta Keville, in 2nd place were James Cooke, James Shivnan and Eddie Conroy. 3rd place went to Dermot Lally, Ross Andrew and Paddy McLoughlin. The daily prize winners were, 1st day Jim Mooney, Timmy Carty and Ryan Finneran, 2nd day Patrick Egan, Michael Bermingham and Mary McKeon, 3rd day Sean Heslin, Vincent Egan and Gerry O Hara. Last Sunday 7th November was also the first of the Christmas Turkey competitions. Results were 1st Terry Bright (22pts), 2nd Gerry Emmet (21pts) and 3rd Pat Conroy (20pts). Next Sunday will be second of the Turkey competitions. Format will be a nine hole stableford. A club outing will also take place next weekend to Castlebar with golf in Claremorris and Ballinrobe (report to follow next week). Date for your diary - the AGM's next Sunday at 5.00 for the Mens and Ladies Clubs. All members are encouraged to attend. Best wishes to incoming Captains for 2010, James Cooke and Peggy Feely. Comments or inclusions to the PRO in person or at mnmg@eircom.net. BOYLE AND DISTRICT ANGLING CLUB: Will be holding a meeting on Wednesday 18th November 2009 at 9:30pm in Clarkes Bar. The club will also be holding its Annual Christmas Dinner on Friday 11th December 2009 in Clarkes. Anyone interested in attending please call Jane on 086 8301261, as we need to know numbers. The presentation of the Anglers of the Year League will take place at the Christmas dinner. The AGM of the Boyle and District Angling Club will take place on Wednesday the 9th December20 09 at 9 pm in Tawnytascan school. For further information please contact Jane on 086 8301261. Finally, the club will hold its Annual Charity Competition on Sunday 3rd January 2010, on Lough Key further information will follow. OUTDOOR NIGHT-TIME CHRISTMAS MARKET: Boyle's first outdoor, nighttime Christmas Market, will take place on Fri 27th Nov from 7pm to 10pm. The grounds and stalls will be fully lit up in a Christmas atmosphere. There will be a great mix of stalls that will include various hot food stands, Man of Aran Fudge, Freshly made crepes, hand-made crafts & jewellery and plenty of gift ideas, charity designer fashions stand, several charity stalls including 'Boyle Family Life Centre', 'Ballinameen National School', 'The Touch Ireland Group' and 'Children of Chernobyl'. Please come along and join in the festivities, alongside the annual Christmas Craft Fair which will be taking place in King House, Boyle on the same evening and then again on Saturday 28th November. SALE OF WORK: A sale of work will be held in the Church Hall Knocknashee (Military Road), Boyle on Friday 27th November a 8pm, please come along and support . LEAVING CERT CLASS OF 1980: Preparations are underway for School Reunion for Scoil Chriost an Rí pupils who did their Leaving Certificate in 1980. The venue is the Moving Stairs, on July 31st 2010, a chance to catch up on the last 30 years since the leaving certs of 1980 last met together. It will be a casual evening with light refreshments. There were 72 pupils in the year so if anyone knows or is contact with anyone please pass on the word. For further detail, call Freda on 086 1935467 or Laura on 086 6011672. CURLEW WALKERS: The next meeting of The Curlew Walkers takes place on Sunday 22nd November meeting on The Crescent at 10.00 am The venue is Ladies Brae with a grade 'B' Walk. CORRESPONDENT: Úna Bhán Tourism, 071 9663033, unabhan3@eircom.net