2010-12-01

It was 4 p.m. on 27th last. Snow flakes were falling with sub-zero temperatures prevailing. There were no animals or stalls to be seen. What then was a large gathering of people doing? They were here to unveil the refurbished fountain in its new location on the grounds of the Community Centre.
Jimmy Stapleton, on behalf of the Development Association, welcomed everyone and thanked the County Council for funding the project and Fr. Everard for providing the site.

As the water flowed once again everyone retired to the comfort of the new Community Centre where a welcome cup of tea was served up by the ladies of the various organisations.

Jimmy Stapleton sets the scene for the unveiling of the Fountain


The Fountain Plaque detailing its history since 1850


Fr. Liam Everard PP blesses the newly refurbished Fountain


Michael Delaney gives the history of the Fountain and its pride of place in the Community of Borrisoleigh 


Cathal and Ava decide to give the Fountain a ‘wet’ run!


Albert Kelly, Jimmy Stapleton, Tom McGrath and Dave Carter enjoy a cuppa after the unviling ceremony


Paddy Dolan, Austin Kelly and Pat Kearney relaxing in the Community Centre last Saturday afternoon


Teresa Coffey with Thomas Russell and Fr. Michael with Connie at the Community Centre


Mick Small, Nancy Lynch and Michael Delaney


Maidy Duignan, Nora Ryan, Biddy Stapleton and Delia Ryan

Last Friday night saw Borrisoleigh AFC and “Projector Party” combine to host a FIFA 2011 tournament in the new parish centre. A singles and doubles competition saw plenty of competition between gamers with high scoring classics and a few tentative 0-0 draws, a quarter final pairing between John Fogarty and Cathal O Connell standing out probably as one of the games of the tournament. The doubles final title was taken by Rory and Danny Ryan beating Paidi Scanlon and Denis Ryan. Denis Ryan also appeared in the singles final but again came up short against Tommy Mockler, who took the singles title. Many thanks have to go to Barry Walsh and Seán Ryan who, in their maiden adventure as Projector Party, provided a very novel way of passing an evening. We wish them the best with their recession busting business in the future.

Gerry lends both hands to the Rory and Danny!


All eyes on the ball boys!
Danny Ryan, Rory Ryan, Paidi Scanlon and Denis Ryan enjoying the game


 The view from the sideline at the ‘Projector Pary’ in The Community Centre last Friday night!
 

‘The Catle Trio’ in full flight at the Fair of Borris Dance in the Community Centre last Saturday night


One step, two step, three step, four!


Angela and Martin Corcoran with Josephine and Pat Kennedy at the Fair of Borris dance


Aound the house and mind the dresser!


Ann Small with Jimmy Ryan & Catherine and Martin Ryan


Mai and Pat Ryan & Martin and Angela Corcoran