International Festival of Rural Arts and Culture – June 27th & 28th

Jun 182013

International Festival of Rural Arts and Culture – June 27th & 28th

Seminar and Festival of Rural Arts and Culture to Inspire and Renew Communities.

A collaborative project involving a voluntary arts group in South Tipperary and a range of international partners is to culminate with a public seminar and a Festival of Rural Arts and Culture at the end of June. ‘Inspiring Rural Creativity’ is a collaborative project which explores the reality of arts and culture in rural areas and it’s potential to renew communities.

The project features in the Arts Council’s EU Presidency programme for Culture Connects, and has also been supported by the INTERREG funded Green & Blue Futures Initiative and The Gathering 2013. It is led by the Arts Office of South Tipperary County Council and co-ordinated by Conor O’Leary of Artlands

As a result, South Tipperary Rural Arts Group, are hosting the first International Festival of Rural Arts and Culture on Thursday, June 27th and Friday, June 28th, 2013. Key events will take place in the intimate setting of Burncourt Community Centre and The Farmhouse Pub, Graigue, near Clogheen over two days and will celebrate inspiring examples of arts and cultural initiatives in rural areas from home and abroad.

The festival programme starts with the opening of ‘The River Culture Pop Up Space’, on the evening of Thursday, June 27th at 7p.m. in Burncourt Community Centre. Admission €3 and includes food and refreshments. This will be a celebration of local food and river culture and will include an exhibition and installation, a ‘smokery’ demonstration and the premiere of a short-film made by local young people as part of ‘The Cut’ community film project.

This installation and exhibition is a collective effort by the artist Deirdre, O’Mahony, the South Tipperary Rural Arts Group, local fisher folk, hunters and the county museum to assemble a collection of museum objects and local collections of tools, flies, rods, traps and hunting and fishing related materials that speak to the specific culture of river life on the Suir and its surroundings. The artist has interviewed local fisher folk and hunters and these will provide the soundtrack to a DVD projection in the shed behind the community center. It’s all curated by artist Deirdre O’Mahony from Clare who will give a talk at 7.30p.m. on the X-PO Project, which she initiated in a former rural post office in Kilnaboy in 2007 and shows the potential of arts and culture to revive rural areas.

‘Inspiring Rural Creativity’, a public seminar and exchange event, takes place in the community centre on the following day, Friday, June 28th from 9.30am-4p.m. and will feature guest speakers from across the UK and Ireland present innovative examples of initiatives which tackle the issues of arts and cultural promotion and provision in rural areas and it’s role in regenerating our society.

For example, hear how in Wales the Night Out Scheme brings over 600 shows to local communities every year! And how does the Ballymena Arts Partnership work? Voluntary Arts Ireland will explain how they promote active participation in the arts in local communities, whilst Fragments Ensemble and South Tipperary Rural Arts Group will discuss the experience and outcomes of developing a community film project with young people in the local area and show the film.

Plus it will also explore the role of the community and rural development sectors, the impact of arts networks and volunteer promoters, and the relationship between artists and local communities. Seminar places are limited and cost €10 including lunch. Bookings to the South Tipperary County Museum at Bookings 052 6134552 or email museum@southtippcoco.ie.

The events will conclude on Friday night with a ‘Crossroads Gathering’ event celebrating the best of rural culture in the region and beyond taking place in the Farmhouse Pub, Graigue, near Clogheen from 9.30p.m. till late.
The partners in the project are drawn from the Arts Office, South Tipperary County Council, South Tipperary Rural Arts Group, Artlands, Voluntary Arts Ireland, Fragments International Ensemble (UK/Ireland) and the Night Out Scheme (Wales).

For further information contact project co-ordinator Conor O’Leary, Artlands at conor@artlands.ie or 087-9048095 and check out https://www.facebook.com/inspiringcommunities

Rural Creativity Seminar

Baylough Rhododendron Loop Walk

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Jun 152013

Baylough Rhododendron Loop Walk

Ever wondered what is the best route to take to view the Rhododendron when in full bloom around Baylough and Loughglenbridge? Well this walk is certainly a contender for the crown. It is simply stunningly beautiful, any time of the year, but most especially when the Rhodendron is blooming.

Baylough Rhododendron Loop Walk – Route

This walk departs from Mount Anglesby, parking your car at the top of the straight above the Hospital and school on the right hand side.

The walk takes an alternative scenic route to Baylough, turning right along the traditional track and walking the ridge to the north of Baylough, arriving to the lake from the highest viewing point giving stunning views. The ridge before Baylough gives the best views you will get of the valley toward Clonmel, Slievenamon, Cahir, Cashel and the Galtees.

From Baylough the route takes you back down to Loughglenbridge, across the bridge, then down the far side of the glen. There is a waymark along the way that will tell you to go straight ahead, but it is for a different walk, here you can go left, across the glen on a lovely little wooden bridge, then down the road and left in to Kilballyboy Wood.

From here you cross the road, walk back up to the road from Mount Anglesby to Baylough and then back this route to your car at Mount Anglesby.

It’s a beautiful 8.5km walk at any time of the year but if you want to see the true beauty of the flowering Rhododendrons from mid-May to mid-June this is most certainly the walk to take. Simply stunning.

Bring walking boots (you will not be able to do parts of this in runners as it can be quite wet on the climb off the normal track), a drink, shower proof jacket and a fully charged mobile phone.

It is not advisable to take this route after heavy rain or when there has been a lot of recent bad weather as parts of it use stream beds to climb the path.

Baylough Rhododendron Loop Walk – On Your Phone

You can find the full walk on ViewRanger here, so you can download it to your phone for free and let it guide you along the route. Here’s map of the route to let you know what it entails. Underneath you’ll find some photos from this loop walk during full bloom in fine weather.

Baylough Rhododendron Loop Walk

Some Photos taken on this walk during full bloom:

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View of Clogheen with Galtee Mountains in the background.

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View to Galtee Mountains with Gorse and Rhododendron

This is where you emerge to Baylough – never fails to impress.

View across the valley with a full show of Rhododenron blooms.

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The annual spectacular show of blooms at Loughglenbridge, just below the Vee and Baylough.

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Blooms at Loughglenbridge from higher up the mountain.

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Picture of Blooms taken from the bridge crossing the glen below Loughglenbridge, the dent in the mountain is Baylough.

Rhododendron Blooms 2013

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Jun 062013

Rhododendron Blooms 2013

As the name of the post suggests, this post is about the Rhododendron Blooms 2013. Blooming times this year around Loughglenbridge and Baylough have been considerably delayed due to very cold weather in Spring and early summer.

The blooms are now, as of Wednesday June 5th, starting to show. The weather for the past few days has been absolutely gorgeous, which has meant an explosion of colour all along the Knockmealdown Mountains. The forecast for the coming weekend is quite good, so it may be a good time to see them. If the weather remains fine, however, the weekend of June 15th/16th may be the best time to view them. It is weather dependent though, if we get a lot of cold and rain next week this weekend may turn out to be the best viewing time.

Here are just a few photos of how the area currently looks, keep an eye on our Facebook Page for further updates. If you’re looking for a walk to take in an array of blooming Rhododendron plants then we can highly recommend this one which takes in both Baylough and Loughglenbridge via an alternative to the traditional loop walk.

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Rhododendron Blooms 2013

Lios Mhuire Gathering Reunion – June 29th

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Jun 042013

Pictured outside the Lios Mhuire Estate in Clogheen wearing their reunion t-shirts are: Margaret Daly, Delia Pinto, Denise Halley, Mary Griffin, Cllr Marie Murphy, Deirdre Morrissey, Vinnie Conran and Cathy McGrath. Photo: Sandra Quinn

Lios Mhuire Gathering Reunion – June 29th

The Lios Mhuire Gathering Reunion – June 29th, featured in the Avondhu this week.

“Almost sixty years ago, the first residents moved into the 14 houses in Lios Mhuire Estate in Clogheen and from those original residents, 96 children became lifetime friends, some got married and now 59 years later, they are getting together to share stories and memories in a reunion on June 29.

The committee is made up of 14 members and they got together to plan an event that would bring the whole community together. They stress however, that while it is a reunion in Lios Mhuire, everyone from the wider community is welcome to what promises to be a great event.

On the day, there will be marquees put up, music from the sixties and seventies from when the organising committees were growing up and food will be supplied. There will be a bouncy castle, old photographs on display and music from local band ‘The Weekenders’.

Vinnie Conran said that this will be a fun community event and they will be reviving games from their youth and reminiscing about their school days and also swapping stories about their lives since then.

“We are not going to charge anyone anything – we want a fun day where no one has to put their hand in their pocket. We have a fantastic committee of about 14 members and everyone is really interested and enthusiastic. Everyone is welcome and this will be a big community event,” Vinnie said.

On the day, they will also be erecting a plaque to commemorate and immortalise all those who have passed from 1954-2013.

To raise money for the day, there will be a sponsored walk and quiz night on June 8th. The walk will be from the estate to Shanrahan – the route that they would have walked as children and there are a lot of prizes sponsored by local businesses. Anyone who wishes to take part is more than welcome to come along on the day and all support would be greatly appreciated.”

Lios Mhuire 5K Sponsored Walk – June 8th

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May 012013

Lios Mhuire 5K Sponsored Walk – June 8th

The committee organising a Barrack Hill Reunion on June 29th 2013 in association with the Gathering 2013 will organise a Fundraising Sponsored 5K Walk and Fun Pub Quiz on Saturday June 8th at Halley’s Bar, Clogheen. The walk will commence at 6pm with the Pub Quiz to follow at 9pm. Visit Lios Mhuire’s Facebook page here for updates and itinerary changes.

Tipperary Table Quiz 2013

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Apr 172013

Tipperary Table Quiz 2013

If you are interested in a Tipperary Table Quiz 2013 then you’re in the right place, we have a list of some of those on offer here.

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Lios Mhuire Gathering Fundraiser – June 8th – Halley’s Bar, Clogheen

Fun Pub Quiz with a twist – starts at 9pm. See more details here.

Table of 4 costs €20. Quiz preceded by a fundraising walk.

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Brian Borus – April 20th – Village Inn, Ballylooby

Brian Borus will hold a table quiz on Saturday night April 20th in The Village Inn, Ballylooby at 9pm.

Your support would be much appreciated. Table of 4 costs €20.

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Goatenbridge/Ballybacon Development Association – February 1st (Re-Scheduled)

If you are interested in a Tipperary Table Quiz 2013 then you’ll be delighted to hear that Goatenbridge/Ballybacon Development Association will hold a fundraising General Knowledge Tipperary Table Quiz 2013 in the Glenview Lounge, Goatenbridge on Friday January 25 2013 at 9pm sharp. Funds raised will go towards various projects in the Goatenbridge and Ballybacon Areas during 2013. Tables of 4 cost €20. South Tipperary Labour Cllr. Seanie Lonergan will be the quizmaster on the night. Your support would be much appreciated.

Note: As a mark of respect, following the passing of local Councillor, Michael Anglim, Goatenbridge/Ballybacon Development Association postponed its General Knowledge Table Quiz (see above) which was to be held in the Glenview Lounge, Goatenbridge on Friday January 25th 2013. The event will now take place on this Friday, February 1st at 9pm sharp. Tables of 4 cost €20. South Tipperary Labour Cllr. Seanie Lonergan will be the quizmaster on the night. Your support would be much appreciated.

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Cahir Park AFC – January 26th

A table quiz will be held in Ballylooby on Saturday January 26th from 9pm. All funds raised will go to Cahir Park A.F.C. Youth team to get the lads a trip to train at the Fulham F.C. Academy, England.

Entry is €20 for a 4 person team. A raffle will be held on the night! Plenty of spot prizes.

Quiz Masters will be Seanie Lonergan and Tom Fahey. The event is organised by: William Dunne, Paddy Kenneally and Barry Cooney. ALL ARE WELCOME.

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If you have a Tipperary Table Quiz 2013 you want to promote please just drop us a line on info@clogheen.net and we’ll be happy to feature it here for you.

History of Shanbally Castle and Ballylooby

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Mar 292013

History of Shanbally Castle and Ballylooby

The story of Shannbally Castle, Ballylooby and surrounding areas will be told by speaker John Tuohy in Ballylooby community hall on Wednesday April 3rd at 8pm. It promises to be a night of historical information not to be missed.

Entry fee: €5, refreshments served, all are welcome

“Demo & Dine” Cookery Demonstration & Tasting Evening – March 22nd, 2013

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Mar 172013

“Demo & Dine” Cookery Demonstration & Tasting Evening – March 22nd, 2013

Knockmealdown Active will present a “Demo & Dine” Cookery Demonstration & Tasting Evening on Friday, March 22nd at 7.30pm in Cahir House Hotel.

As per last year, the event will be hosted by former Bord Failte Head Chef and current CIT culinary lecturer, JJ Healy. The evening will consist of a series of cookery demonstrations by J.J., the wonderful Eileen Condon from Newcastle and T.J. Crowe of Crowe’s Organic Meats in Dundrum.

The chefs will prepare numerous courses, using locally-sourced ingredients, with tasting samples for the audience & recipes to take home.

Like last year, admission is just €15. There will be a raffle, spot prizes and a very special door prize of a tasting dinner for two at Clogheen’s fantastic Gourmet Hideaway, The Old Convent.

For further information visit www.kmdactive.com/demo and for tickets contact Jim O’Brien, Ballyporeen (087 249 0089), Mark Rylands, Goatenbridge (086 811 9571), Eilís Condon, Clogheen (086 604 4905), Anthony Murphy, Newcastle (086 072 5292) or Seamus Butler, Ardfinnan (087 904 9280).

Parish Fundraising Concert – March 27th

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Mar 162013

Parish Fundraising Concert – March 27th

A parish fundraiser is to be held in St. Mary’s Church. This is to be an Inspirational Candlelit Concert on Spy Wednesday, March 27th 2013.

The concert starts at 8pm and admission is €15.

Guest artists on the evening will be Trudi Lalor, John Hogan and Paddy O’Brien. Tickets are available at various outlets and also from both Sacristans in Clogheen & Burncourt.

Contact 052 7465889 for more info or to book tickets.

Sharon’s Grave – Clogheen Drama Group

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Mar 032013

Sharon's Grave - Clogheen Drama Group

Sharon’s Grave – Clogheen Drama Group

This year’s much anticipated production from the Clogheen Amateur Drama Group is John B Keane’s play, Sharons Grave, directed by Liam Wall.

Pictured at rehearsals (below), which are now at an advanced stage, are members of Clogheen Amateur Drama Group.

Back left to right: Ger Flynn (Jack), Gerry Griffin (Tom Shawn), Patricia Costello (Miss Dee), P.J. English (Pats Bo Bwee), John Hayes (Dinzee). Front: Norrie Maloney (Trassie), James English (Donal Conlee), and Alan Grant (Neelus).

The play will be staged on March 21st to 23rd, 2013. Proceeds from the first night, March 21st, will be donated to Clogheen National School. You should also note that the Knockmealdown Active “Demo & Dine” is on Saturday March 22nd – for those who wish to attend both.

Sharon's Grave

For more information and to obtain tickets contact P.J. English on 087 798 4929. You can also purchase tickets at English’s Fruit & Veg, Lower Main Street, Clogheen – 052 74 65951.

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