Approaching the village from Ballindurrow, volunteers with Multyfarnham Tidy Towns have recently reconstructed the signs and landscaped the area that was damaged during an unfortunate accident, thus enhancing the village entry.

‘We salute the Multyfarnham Tidy Towns volunteers’

BMB Active notes

Published: Fri 10 Nov 2023, 9:15 AM

One of the joys of living in a rural village is the opportunity to celebrate the sense of community and connectedness.

Many BMB Active members enjoy participating in the shared activities of other community groups, such as Multyfarnham Tidy Towns.

BMB Active are delighted to congratulate them on their recent AGM, where Angela Cocoman was elected chairperson, Annette Tarpy, treasurer, and Anna von Buana as secretary.

It is interesting to note the comments from Tidy Towns adjudicators, who praised the collaboration with Westmeath County Council highlighting new footpaths.

They described the village green as an asset, commenting on the beautiful edifice of St Nicholas Church, stating that its red door and clock were a joy. They found business premises such as Murtagh’s and Weir’s “warm and welcoming”.

The efforts of the MTT volunteers secured them a 10 point improvement on last year’s results.

Multyfarnham Tidy Towns volunteers are always interested in recruiting more members.

Thanks to all the individual people who share in their pride in their sense of place and ensure their homes also look their optimal. It’s a community effort.

The importance of sustainability, biodiversity, and inclusion of all sectors will comprise the Multyfarnham Tidy Towns sustainable development goals. Be part of the projects up your way!

In the village of Multyfarnham the Tidy Towns volunteers celebrate the achievements of those who have gone before, as reflected in some of the commerative signage beautifying the village on an autumn day.

Multyfarnham Tidy Towns volunteers expressed delight at the 10 point improvement in the score they received from the national competition judges, who commented that the edifice of St Nicholas Church, with it’s red door and clock face was a “joy”.

Climate Action Workshop

On Monday November 20, 10am-2pm Westmeath Age Action and the Older Persons Council host a Climate Action Workshop in the Annebrook House Hotel, Mullingar. Topics include food waste, planting for change and pollination planting. To be included with the BMB Active attendees, please express your interest by texting 0871723256 to facilitate booking. Thanks.

Class Classes

Go For Life, the next six weeks of Go For Life start on Tuesday November 7. This is your chance to get into good shape for the holiday season. You’re welcome to join in at noon on Tuesdays in Multyfarnham Community Centre (MCC).

Pilates recommences on Mondays at 10.30am in Multyfarnham Community Centre.

Art classes

Acrylics with Mary Weir, 9.30am, Wednesdays. Watercolours also on Wednesdays at noon. Oil painting on Thursdays at 10.30am with Caithriona Devine. Classes are for six consecutive weeks in Multyfarnham Community Centre.

Yoga

Yoga with Vikki on Friday mornings; floor yoga 11am, seated yoga at noon.

Pickleball

Pickleball is at Multyfarnham Community Centre on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday mornings, and Tuesday and Thursday at 7pm. Pickleball has been enjoyed in Multyfarnham Community Centre and outdoors for more a decade – it’s all about the joy of playing, and you can join in any time.

Quiz

Quiz in Cyrian and Geraldine Connaughton’s, Rathowen, on Wednesday November 20 at 2.30pm. Come along, have a laugh and bring a friend!

Raffle

Christmas Raffle tickets are going fast, for hampers, vouchers and surprises. Contact BMB Active members for your tickets.

Comments

As always BMB Active is there for the community. Your ideas, suggestions and comments are always welcome. Please text 0871723256 to secure your participation in classes or events. Watch this space for more BMB Active information and news.