Joe and Edel Mulvaney announce the winning number of the duck that was first to cross the finish line at the bridge over the Gaine River at the Duck Race in Multyfarnham last Saturday. John Moran invigilates from the river.
BMB Active joined forces with Multyfarnham Tidy Towns, and Multyfarnham Community Centre and other local community groups to host an eventful day of family fun in Gaine Park, Multyfarnham, last weekend.
A contest was held for the children of St Cremin's National School to come up with an original name for the newly built gazebo in Gaine Park. Congratulations to fourth class pupil, Seamus Clarke on coming up with ‘Áit Chiúin’, (Quiet Sanctuary), the winning entry.
Zoe Garry of sixth class, suggested Lost Fountain, while Tom Loughrey from third class suggested Happy Hexagon. Thanks to all the pupils who entered this competition and congratulations to the winners - who each received a book token for their efforts.
Fr Conor McGee, PP of St Nicholas parish, officiated by cutting the ribbon for the opening of Áit Chiúin.
As well as many games, refreshments, and activities to entertain, the popular Multy Duck Race was central to the festive family fun.
The winning duck was belonging to Sean Mulvey. Second across the line was that of the grandfather of pupils Amber and Young Mahoney, Granddad Mahoney. Saoirse Gorman secured third place.
Jim Bourke, chairman of Multyfarnham Community Centre, was delighted to present Denise Bardon with a Multy Duck Race prize, which she received for her niece Saoirse Gorman, in Gaine Park on Saturday. Denise’s voluntary efforts were much appreciated by the many who enjoyed this community event.
Mary Minogue, Elizabeth Fitzsimons, and Margaret Keogh enjoy supporting the Duck Race and opening of Ait Chiuin for charity in Gaine Park on Saturday in Multyfarnham.
Jim Bourke, Robert Troy, TD, and Fr Conor McGee reflect on the stellar work of Multyfarnham Tidy Towns and volunteers from Multyfarnham Community Centre, and Ballinafid Multyfarnham Bunbrosna ACTIVE a in organizing a fun Field Day, Duck Race and the opening of Ait Chiuin.
Henry Reilly with Thomas MvGivney in Gaine Park on Saturday.
Marian Mooney and her family, especially Padraig Mooney, gave selflessly their time and experience in Gaine Park on Saturday for the official opening of Ait Chiuin, the gazebo and the return of the Multy Duck Race. Thanks to all the volunteers.
Madeline O’Neill and Fiona Graham enjoying the sunshine in Gaine Park on Saturday as they supported the charity duck race in Multyfarnham.
Ella Graham is a 4th class pupil in St. Cremins Primary School who has developed an expertise in the game of Corn Crake. It turn out that Ella has a good aim and a consistent shot that she demonstrated in the thrilling final in Gaine Park on Saturday.
Like father, like son, Kevin and Thomas Donnelly volunteer managing the stall in Gaine Park on Saturday.
Mary Sharry, Marian Mooney, Mary Finnerty, Angela Cocoman, Nuala Daly-Moran and Teresa Bourke collectively making certain that everyone had drinks and snacks at Gaine Park Multyfarnham before the return of the popular Multy Duck Race on the Gaine River on Saturday in the sunshine!
Mosaics; Bird House crafting
On Wednesday June 28, Caithriona Devine will lead a crafting experience for BMB Active members and friends in Multyfarnham Community Centre. At the end of the day, you will have a bird house like no other! If you’re interested in joining activities and events please text 0871723256.
Cruise
What a pleasure to join friends for afternoon tea on the Irish Sea on board a cruise vessel travelling between Dun Laoghaire and Howth on Wednesday, June 21.
All aboard! Mary A Daly and Marian Mooney enjoy a day out on the Irish Sea, when BMB Active cruised to Howth from DunLaoghaire on Wednesday.
Ballinafid Multyfarnham Bunbrosna Active enjoyed a cruise from Dun Laoghaire to Howth on Wednesday, and Mary Daly captured this image of 'Gorch Fock', a sail training vessel for the German Navy.
