BMB Active acknowledge contribution of artist Mary Weir
Ballinafid Multyfarnham Bunbrosna Active notes
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Marian Mooney, Mary Weir, and Bridie Hoye in Multyfarnham Community Centre for preservation to artist Mary Weir in appreciation of her massive contribution to BMB Active for 20 years.Image 2 of 5
Multyfarnham Tidy Towns volunteers turn their attention to the River Gaine as they campaign for the protection of this precious environmental resource to the locality. On the bridge are Alison O’Neill, Mary Finnerty, and Nuala Daly Moran.Image 3 of 5
Liz McKeon, Margaret Boyle and Bernie Fay enjoy lunch in honour of Mary Weir, artist extraordinaire.Image 4 of 5
After more than two decades, the talented and prolific Mary Weir has consistently mentored many emerging artists with BMB Active, initially from Ballinafid Community Centre, more recently from the Multyfarnham Community Centre. A celebratory lunch on Wednesday for Mary paid tribute to how appreciated her contribution is regarded by her many friends and colleagues. Pictured here are (back) Marian Mooney, Rose Daly, Mary Weir, Eilis Orme, Bernie Fay, Margaret Boyle, Nora Quigley, Catherine Leavy, Marilyn Convery, Mary Loddick, Annemarie and Kathy O’Grady Reilly; (front) Tina Masterson, Violet Medford, Liz McKeon, and Cathleen Kane.Image 5 of 5
At the opening of the new astro-turf pitch at Multyfarnham GAA last Saturday, are Feigha Carter, Rìan Reilly, Donal Carter, and Sadie, Inga Reilly, Clair Carter, and Annemarie Casserly.BMB Active paid tribute to Mary Weir for her enormous contribution to teaching and mentoring emerging artists with BMB Active.
Her artistic talent, together with her patience, kindness and communication skills have been deeply appreciated by everyone who had the privilege of attending her acrylics and watercolour classes down through the years. Our congratulations go to Mary as she moves into her next phase of creativity. We will miss you on Wednesdays.
Social for the Irish Alzheimer Society on Thursday May 14 from 10.30am in Multyfarnham Community Centre. It’s always a pleasure to enjoy a cuppa and a chat in a social, convivial environment. On Thursday May 17, from 10 you can join BMB in a tea party, light buffet, and raffle. All proceeds from the event go to the Alzheimer Society of Ireland. Local services will be represented and information stalls will provided with professional advice from the Occupational Therapy service from Clair Harte, OT.
For all Culture Vulture activities please text Mary on 0879572472. On Tuesday May 12, BMB Active culture vultures visit Dáil Éireann. On Thursday June 4, they visit the Mansion House. The trips will use public transport. To let us know that you are joining us please text your interest to Mary on 087957247 and enjoy these exciting experiences.
The opportunity to undertake hand crafting under experienced tutors is a not to be missed. The workshop returns to Multyfarnham Community Centre on Tuesday May 26 at 4.15-7.15. Materials will be provided and you will come away with a unique self-made willow artefact. Please text ‘willow’ to 0871723256 to book your place.
Fancy learning to make a unique sun catcher for your home, or other crafted glass ornamentation. You can be mentored in this creative process by Eddy, who is conducting a workshop on Wednesday July 8 in Multyfarnham Community Centre 10-12. Put your name down for this workshop by texting ‘glass’ to 0871723256.
Active Retirement Ireland AGM In Athlone on Saturday June 24. The Sheraton Hotel, Athlone is the venue for the 2026 AGM of ARI. Having the event in Westmeath is a privilege and presents an opportunity for many midland ARI members to attend. BMB artists have an opportunity to enter their work into the National competition at this event. Closing date for entries is May 29. Contact a committee member or text 0871723256 if you’re interested in taking part by sending Artwork or literature.
Remember, you can always join in on the activity and classes by texting 0871723256 to let us know you’d like to participate. Monday Pilates is on at 9-10am. Tuesday go for life is on at 12 midday. Creative writing from 2pm.
WEDNESDAY: Singing and Music is on in Connaughton’s Rathowen at 2pm. THURSDAY: Oil painting is on at 10 to 12. FRIDAY: Yoga is on with Floor Yoga at 11 and Seated Yoga at 12.
Sound Bath Relaxation on Wednesday May 27 at 2.15. Last week a capacity meeting room in the MCC was the venue for a much-appreciated Sound Bath Relaxation session, so we are hosting it again.
Achieving the ultimate in relaxation is not as easy as it sounds. There is an emerging evidence base that says that certain acoustic pitches can induce what some would describe as a transcendence to a zen like state of mind. Now you have an opportunity to explore this facet of being. At 2.15 in Multyfarnham Community Centre on May 27 to avail of Sound Bath Relaxation, experience being immersed in a range of acoustic stimulation. Please text ‘sound bath’ 0871723256 to learn more and book your place.
Cruise from Banagher, on Tuesday June 16 and or Thursday June 18. This event has proven popular and more people than seats on the cruiser have expressed interest. Therefore, so that nobody is left out, an added date, Thursday June 18, is now available as a choice. Day out also features a tour of Birr Castle Gardens and dinner at The Pier in Banagher. To book your place please text ‘cruise’ to 0871723256.
Enjoy Arklow and the Garden of Ireland. After a short break in the medieval city of Kilkenny, with an excursion to Kilmeaden, Waterford to Mount Congreve Estate and Gardens, some are embarking on an Arklow adventure, many BMB Active members and friends hopefully are enjoying their mini break in Arklow from Monday May 4 for 3 nights. Have a lovely time everyone. We all know that the real joy of these outings is the convivial atmosphere and time spent with friends, new and old. Don’t forget to come home.