Chris O’Flynn (P.R.O) 9 th October 2023
R.I.P
Chris O’Flynn (P.R.O) 9 th October 2023
B.A.R.A. SUMMER TRAVELS 2023
BARA Spring Break to Arklow 2023
BARA Spring Break to Arklow 2023
On Monday 17th April 51 of BARA members boarded Mc Ginleys Coach for our 5 day Spring Break to Arklow.We were welcomed on board by our bus driver who introduced himself as MichaelWe set off on our journey, our first stop was Newbridge where we had a coffee break and some time for shopping in Newbridge Silverware.After two hours we continued our journey to where we were based at the beautiful Arklow Bay Hotel.On arrival we were welcomed by the Manager & staff who gave us the keys to our rooms .Dinner was @6 30 pm.Day 2 We travelled to Powerscourt House and GardensThe day was bright and sunny. After lunch we continued on to the seaside town of Bray where we walked the fabulous promenade it's famous for,before we returned to the hotel @ 5pm.Dinner was @ 6 30 pm followed by music and danceDay 3 We set offat 10 30 am to the beautiful Glendalough,renowned for an early medieval monastic settlement founded in the6th century by St Kevin.We had a short audio visual display to explain the site ,we were then taken on a guided tour ,Mount Usher Gardens located in Ashford was our next stop where we had lunch & did some shopping. We returned to hotel @5 pmDay 4 We travelled to Avoca,on route we stopped @ The Meeting of the Waters made famous by the Thomas Moore song .Some of our members entertained us with the song.In Avoca we got a guided tour of the famous hand weavers mill.After lunch there we returned to Arklow Town where we spent the afternoonshopping in thr Bridgewater Shopping Centre .Day 5 Our final day had arrived our Spring Break was over for another year,but we couldn't complain we had an enjoyable break and the good weather was a bonus.We boarded the bus for the last jeg of our journey with a lunch break in Kinnedgad.We arrived back in Ballinasloe tired and weary but very happy
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B.A.R.A. BOWLERS WIN.
Saint Patrick's Day 2023
B,A,R,A, A.G.M. FEB. 2023
Report on the A.G.M 1 st February 2023
There was a large attendance at the A.G.M of the Ballinasloe Active Retirement which was
held in Gullane’s Hotel on 1 st February 2023.
Outgoing Chairperson, Margaret Brennan welcomed everyone especially new members
As Covid ’19 had taken its toll on our group, it was nice to see so many new members in
attendance
We had a most enjoyable function in Gullane’s in March to celebrate our 20 th anniversary.
Anne Duffy, secretary of the Social Committee, reported a very busy and successful 2022.
The trips to Liverpool, Clonakilty and the “Ara-Go-Festival” in Westport proved to be most
enjoyable . The summer Day Trips continue to be very popular. The year ended with the
“Young at Heart” Christmas Dinner in the Shamrock Lodge Hotel. Music by the
“Young”man himself Brendan Shine.
There were good reports from all our various clubs. However, Noelle Rohan said we would
like to see more members return to the walking club/Exercises on the walking track on
Tuesday mornings 10.30 – 12 oc. The knitting /craft group would welcome more members
to join them in Gullane’s Hotel on Monday mornings 10.30 -12 oc.
The hard-working Social Committee have a very exciting list of trips and activities already
planned for 2023. So book early !!!
The following Committee members were then elected –
Chairman : Michael Walsh.
Secretary: Deirdre Hogan
Treasurer: Michael Colohan
P.R.O - Chris O’Flynn
Social Committee members – Martin Colleran (Chairman) Bridie Whelan (Treasurer) Anne
Duffy (Secretary) Maura Rafter, Maureen McIlvenny,
Afterwords, David Dully introduced himself as our newly appointed Community Garda. He
spoke briefly about security and scams. We were pleased to hear he will be our speaker at
the March 1 st monthly meeting in Gullane’s 3 oc. Also, we look forward to welcoming Fire
Officer ,Jamie Ward who will be our speaker at the monthly meeting on April 5 th
The meeting concluded with the usual friendly “cuppa” and chat.
New members are welcome to come along to Gullane’s Hotel any Wednesdays at 3 oc. or
contact Secretary Deirdre Hogan at 086 3824556 or any Committee member. Visit our
website at ballinasloeactiveretirement@gmail.com
Chris O’Flynn (P.R.O) February, 2023