2013-08-14

Friday 4th October
• 8:00pm – Official Opening – Special guest.
• Drama – “spreading the news” in Marion Hall
• Live entertainment in the square.

Saturday 5th October
• 11:00am – 3 hr walk of Devils bit loop. Registration & meeting in Parish centre at 10:30. Registration €5.00, walking boots necessary, refreshments afterwards.
• 11:00am – Sean nós work shop
• 12:00pm – Craft Fair in the square
• 2:30pm – Down memory lane / historical walk through Borrisoleigh.
• 8:30pm – Variety concert in the square.

Sunday 6th October
• 12:00pm – Busking competition. Contact Derry on 086-3191673 for details.
• 1:00pm – Family Fun Day – Town park.
Including: * Bubble Soccer
                   * Score a goal past Brendan Cummins
                   * Irelands strongest man display
                   *Tug of war
                   *Sheaf Toss
                   *BBQ
                   * And lots more.
• Local entertainment in square honouring the Juvenile North Champions of 1963.

For further details see www.borrisoleighfestival.com or contact info@borrisoleighfestival.com

Next meeting Monday 19th August at 9pm in the Marian Hall.

Underage: Under 16’s are playing their next championship match at home on Saturday the17th August at 7pm against Moneygall. We are awaiting fixtures for all other age groups.

Intermediate Team: The championship campaign got off to an excellent start, with a comfortable win over Annacarthy on Saturday the 10th August in Annacarthy 7 pm. They played with the win in the first half building up a lead of 2-8 to 0-1 at half time. They continued with fine performances from all areas on the pitch. The score at full time was Borris-Ileigh 3-13 to Annacarthy 1-4. Indeed Annacarthy only scored once from play. Well done to the senior hurling team who were playing at the same time and also won and remain in the championship. Round 2 of the intermediate championship is set for Saturday the 31st August at home against Templemore at 6.30 pm.

Administration: The club hope to hold another clothing collection again in early October please bear us in mind if doing a clear out. Camogie club merchandise now available Hoodies, tracksuits, t-shirts, jerseys and raincoats available. See Advertising Section of www.borrisoleigh.ie for pictures. If interested please contact Caroline at 086 1522716. You can also follow us on Facebook.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN THE Borris Bothy?

A group of local artisans are anticipating opening and unveiling the Borris Bothy. A place for the community, run by the community….

The Borris Bothy will be a meeting place for all to enjoy the high-quality and distinctive products handmade in Borrisoleigh. Call in for a cup of tea/coffee, cappuccino, herbal tea with a delicious homemade scone; collect your home grown vegetables for dinner and treat you and the family to home baking for “afters”. Whilst you are sitting in relaxing and friendly surroundings enjoy the local art, jewellery, wood and slate products on sale, making gift buying easier than stressful city shopping!

So are you intrigued? We have a short survey that will require around 5 minutes of your time, in order to see if you, the community, would like this unique establishment in Borrisoleigh- just follow the link here

Last Saturday the Juvenile Club hosted the four North U12 Divisional Finals with Nenagh, Ballina, Burgess and Templederry winning their respective group finals. Thanks to all who helped out on the day, Phil Maher who provided amplification, Vera Hogan and Claire Ryan who did the catering, to all those involved in getting the pitch ready, in organising the parking, and keeping the score board updated. The North Juvenile Bórd has acknowledged all the assistance provided which ensured everything ran smoothly on the day. Well done to Seamus Tynan who refereed the group 1 and group 3 finals.

U16 hurlers next championship game is away against Roscrea on Friday 23 August followed by a trip to Ballina on Monday 26 August.

Our U14 hurlers play Ballina this Wednesday 14 August in Ballina in the North quarter final.

From 1st September 2013 surgery hours will be by appointment only, morning and afternoon. Dr. Kevin Delargy, Pallas Street – 0504 50600