The summer season of weekly events continues this Wednesday, with the sixth KCT Talk at 8pm, at the Cultúrlann Sweeney, O’Connell St., Kilkee.

KCT Summer Schedule 2018

An exploration of how the Great War impacted upon Ireland; particularly County Clare; together with the consequences politically, economically and socially for the people of that era, and the echo down the years since this complex time.

About the Speaker:
Dr. Joe Power was born in Clarecastle in 1951. He is a passionate historian specialising in local history. He greatly enjoyed his 43-year career teaching history and geography at Kilrush CBS / Community School. Dr. Power has published several books about his native parish, namely; A history of Clare Abbey and Killone, 1987; The GAA in Clarecastle, 1987; A history of Clarecastle and its environs, 2004; The latter is largely based on his Doctoral Thesis. Dr. Power also edited An Ennis Miscellany, 1990. His most recent book is titled Clare and the Great War, 2015. Apart from his above-mentioned published books, Dr. Power has written many articles, concerning the history of County Clare, for local publications such as The Other Clare. Such is Dr. Power’s enthusiasm for his subject; he has a proud tradition of delivering many talks to societies such as Shannon Archaeological and Historical Society & Clare Archaeological and Historical Society. He also lectured at the Merriman Summer School in Lisdoonvarna.

When: Wednesday 8th August at 8pm
Where: Cultúrlann Sweeney
Admission is FREE of charge

A donations box is available, at each KCT Talk, to assist us in defraying essential and necessary expenses
Every good wish,
Joseph McCloskey , Honorary Secretary,
Kilkee Civic Trust
Email:

The summer season of weekly events continues this Wednesday, with the fifth KCT Talk at 8pm, at the Cultúrlann Sweeney, O’Connell St., Kilkee.

KCT Summer Schedule for 2018

The story of “An Cailín Bán” is well known. In this Talk; Joe Donnellan examines the story afresh and explores a number of interesting and intriguing connections pertinent to the era and its aftermath.
About the Speaker:
Joe Donnellan returns to speak for KCT; having previously delivered his first KCT Talk during our 2017 series, entitled: Three International Musicians from Limerick. Joe is a Limerick man, a past pupil of Crescent College, a sports enthusiast and former President of Old Crescent RFC, a well-known business-man and insurance broker; having run his own firm for many years. Theatre lovers will know him well from his many appearances for The Cecilian Musical Society.
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When: Wednesday 1st August at 8pm
Admission is FREE of charge

A donations box is available, at each KCT Talk, to assist us in defraying essential and necessary expenses
Every good wish,
Joseph McCloskey , Honorary Secretary,
Kilkee Civic Trust
Email:

The summer season of weekly events continues this Wednesday, 25th July, with the fourth KCT Talk at 8pm, at Cultúrlann Sweeney, O’Connell St., Kilkee.

KCT Summer Schedule for 2018

As humans, on our journey so far, and on the way forward, we all share one key experience: – no one truly knows what tomorrow will bring. In this KCT Talk, Margot Slattery will share her thoughts and perspective on the ever-changing world of work, its integration with family life, the implications and challenges of continuously developing information technology systems, her vision for leading the response to ever faster computers & the dominance of the internet in how we all live, work and play. Workplaces are changing, some might say undergoing a revolution, and Margot will speak about diversity, inclusion, equality & evolving work practices; so as to transform the quality of life lived, both at work and at home.
About the Speaker:
Margot Slattery is Country President for Sodexo Ireland & Northern Ireland. A Limerick Girl, from Dromin – Athlacca, (near Bruff), Margot comes from a dairy farming background.
Her early experiences of Farm Fresh Food, and a family heritage of good cooks, inspired her to train as a Chef. Margot’s career has evolved constantly since those early days at Cathal Brugha Street. Later; an application for a job as Trainee Manager, at a predecessor of Sodexo, led her to develop her skills in Food Management Services. Today, Margot is responsible for Sodexo across Ireland, with over 2,100 employees across 200 plus client locations, serving 90,000 people daily. Sodexo’s original core business was in the area of what many would know as Contract Catering. Time has moved on, and with food & catering services remaining a core sector, Sodexo has enhanced its offering, delivering services that improve quality of life in the business and industry, education, financial, and healthcare sectors. This is achieved by providing clients with an integrated offering, from reception, concierge, safety, maintenance and cleaning, to foodservices, facilities and equipment management.

When: Wednesday 25th July at 8pm
Admission is FREE of charge

A donations box is available, at each KCT Talk, to assist us in defraying essential and necessary expenses
Every good wish,
Joseph McCloskey , Honorary Secretary,
Kilkee Civic Trust
Email: