A 30 minute live Thursday broadcast highlighting some of the main events taking place
around the county and beyond. Live interviews, sports analysis,
entertainment news, good banter and more. Donnie Dillon, John O’Boyle,
Suzanne Dillon and Antonio Cebas, assisted at the desk by Padraic
Griffin, will keep you entertained and informed with what’s going on.
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Kilrush and Districh Historical Society Weekend Events.
Kilkee Civic Trust Newsletter
Our “sister organisation” in Kilrush; namely Kilrush and District Historical Society; have two very interesting events over the coming days, and, with their kind permission we are bring them to your attention.
Firstly; on Saturday next, 19 August, starting at 2pm – in Kilbaha at the Five Pilots Memorial – A re-enactment of the Fenian rising which took place on Shrove Tuesday 1867, 150 years ago.
Secondly; on Frances Street, Kilrush on Tuesday 22 August at 7:30pm, film scholar Dr. Harvey O’Brien, of Moyne, Kilrush and University College Dublin, will unveil a plaque on the site of the Mars Cinema. He will then deliver a lecture on the history of the Mars Cinema in the Teach Ceoil, Kilrush at 8pm.
Paulines Poems 17/08/17
What better way to unwind than to join the brilliant Pauline Skehan and friends for poetry, chat and song. An accomplished poet, Pauline is joined weekly by various friends to make for an enjoyable half hour show.
Radio Beams – Community drives Clare Bus
From the 4 corners of Clare. Full of colour, life, fun, human stories of conquests, and achievements. From all walks of life in Clare.
Dermot brings a unique inside to people activities and life in Clare.
Not afraid to challenge the norms, asks the hard question and bring humour to the story.
Dermot covers stories that never may get air time on any station and his relaxed way of finding out the issues that bother people. Listeners from all ages and back round find his tones easy listening.
You can tune in each Tuesday at 3.30 and repeated on a Friday.
The 2017 Kilkee Bay Swim – 19th August
Kilkee Bay Swim 2017 & Kilkee Civic Trust have joined forces to invite Boherbuoy Brass & Reed Band to enhance the occasion of the Small Bay & Big Bay Swims on Saturday next, 19th August 2017, for two performances at 3pm and again at 5pm at Kilkee Bandstand.
Kilkee Civic Trust – The Edmond sinking in 1850 in Kilkee Bay
Speakers: J. J. Hickie & Tommy McGrath
Talk Title: The Edmond; Hopes Lost & Human Impact of Kilkee’s Famine Time Shipwreck
Talk Synopsis: Representing Kilkee History Group; J. J. Hickie & Tommy McGrath; two well-known Local Historians; who have an encyclopaedic knowledge of Kilkee’s life and times over recent centuries; will tell some of the personal stories of dashed hopes and dreams for those on board the “Edmond” which foundered on the rocks below Sykes House on Tuesday night 19th November 1850.
The Sports Show 14/08/17
On this RCB Sports Show we review the Clare Senior Hurling Champ Rd 2 games & preview next weekend’s Senior Football Rd 2 games, James Sexton will give us the local athletics results & we round up the sporting week.
You can also leave any comments or opinion on our Facebook page RCB Sport or on our twitter account @rcbsport
Dr. Mary Bourke – Geography: Oh, The Places You’ll Go!
Speaker: Dr. Mary Bourke
Talk Title: Geography: Oh, The Places You’ll Go!
Talk Synopsis: This Talk will take you on an adventurous trail of discovery and magical geographical possibilities. Bring your Hiking Boots!
Dr. Bourke’s Talk is geared towards all ages; but especially younger people. She will bring over 100 pairs of “special glasses” for the audience to view her 3D photographs of Mars. She works at the Department of Geography at Trinity College, Dublin.
An Earth and Planetary Geomorphologist with expertise in extreme environments on Earth and Mars. She has published over 60 manuscripts on landscapes in Antarctica, Australia, Namibia, Mars and Ireland. Her research has been highlighted in the Wall Street Journal, the Guardian, The Irish Times and Independent, on NBC Nightly News and on the BBC and RTE.
Venue: Cultúrlann Sweeney, O’Connell St., Kilkee
When: Wednesday 9th 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.
Kilkee Civic Trust – Three International Musicians from Limerick – Joe Donnellan
Our summer season of weekly events continues this Wednesday, 2nd August, with our fifth KCT Talk at 8pm, at Cultúrlann Sweeney, O’Connell St., Kilkee.
Speaker: Joe Donnellan
Talk Synopsis:
Three Limerick performers who were successful internationally but, with the passage of time, their achievements have fallen from public awareness.
Catherine Hayes an internationally renowned Soprano; who was born in Patrick St. Limerick.
George Alexander Osborne Pianist and Composer; who was friends with Chopin. He enjoyed a very impressive career, not only in London, but also throughout mainland Europe.
Joseph O’Mara who was a Tenor of international renown; of the O’Mara Bacon Factory family and fame; and whose family had a notable political involvement.
Venue: Cultúrlann Sweeney, O’Connell St., Kilkee
When: Wednesday 2nd 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
Website: www.kilkeecivictrust.org
Kilkee Civic Trust is on Facebook! Please “Like” us on Facebook.
RCB Sports Show 08/07/17
On this RCB Sports Show we review the Clare Ladies All-Ireland Minor B Final victory plus hear from Managers Kieran Harvey & Joe Downes plus Captain Kate Dillon, James Sexton will give us the local athletics results, we speak to Anne McMahon Head Coach at the Coolmeen GAA Cul Camp & we round up the sporting week.
You can also leave any comments or opinion on our Facebook page RCB Sport or on our twitter account @rcbsport
Paulines Poems 09/08/17
What better way to unwind than to join the brilliant Pauline Skehan and friends for poetry, chat and song. An accomplished poet, Pauline is joined weekly by various friends to make for an enjoyable half hour show.
Radio Beams – Meeting Kevin and Boris both ready for the Fleadh 2017
From the 4 corners of Clare. Full of colour, life, fun, human stories of conquests, and achievements. From all walks of life in Clare.
Dermot brings a unique inside to people activities and life in Clare.
Not afraid to challenge the norms, asks the hard question and bring humour to the story.
Dermot covers stories that never may get air time on any station and his relaxed way of finding out the issues that bother people. Listeners from all ages and back round find his tones easy listening.
You can tune in each Tuesday at 3.30 and repeated on a Friday.
Kilkee Civic Trust Newsletter
Over recent years, KCT has enjoyed outstanding support from Olga Reynolds and Newfound Sound Chorus & Friends; particularly through their participation in our KCT musical events. We are more than happy to let you know about their concerts.
The last of Three Concerts is on TONIGHT; Thursday 3rd August. Full details are below and on the attached copy shop window posters.
Click to listen back to the latest recordings from the 2017 Summer season
NEWFOUND SOUND chorus and friends present:
SUMMER MISCELLANY – an evening of music and song – “Let the Sunshine In!”
KILKEE COMMUNITY CENTRE: Thursday August 3rd at 8pm
Tickets €10 / €8 concession.
Tickets on the door – or to reserve call (or text) 087 9819257.
Doors open 7.30, show starts 8pm sharp.
Refreshments will be served at the interval.
Every good wish,
Joseph McCloskey
Honorary Secretary,
Kilkee Civic Trust
E-mail: secretary@kilkeecivictrust.org
Website: www.kilkeecivictrust.org
Kilkee Civic Trust is on Facebook! Please “Like” us on Facebook.
In association with RCB – Kilkee Civic Trust Presents
Kilkee Civic Trust Newsletter
Our summer season of weekly events continues this Wednesday, 2nd August,
with our fifth KCT Talk at 8pm, at Cultúrlann Sweeney, O’Connell St., Kilkee.
Speaker: Joe Donnellan
Talk Title: Three International Musicians from Limerick
Talk Synopsis:
Three Limerick performers who were successful internationally but, with the
passage of time, their achievements have fallen from public awareness.
1. Catherine Hayes an internationally renowned Soprano; who was born in
Patrick St. Limerick.
2. George Alexander Osborne Pianist and Composer; who was friends with
Chopin. He enjoyed a very impressive career, not only in London, but also
throughout mainland Europe.
3. Joseph O’Mara who was a Tenor of international renown; of the O’Mara
Bacon Factory family and fame; and whose family had a notable political
involvement.
Venue: Cultúrlann Sweeney, O’Connell St., Kilkee
When: Wednesday 2nd 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.
Kilkee Civic Trust – Who was Margaretta Eager? – Nanny to the last Tsar of Russia
Speaker: Sharon Slater
Talk Title: Who was Margaretta Eager? – Nanny to the last Tsar of Russia
Talk Synopsis: Sharon Slater is a lady with an outstanding passion for Limerick and its history; combined with unbounded enthusiasm and a tireless capacity for interacting with others; always generously sharing her knowledge. Sharon Slater is an Historical and Genealogical Researcher with a Masters in History from University of Limerick; as well as owner and operator of Limerick’s Life website. Sharon will reveal the links between Kilkee and the Court of the last Russian Tsar; namely Nicholas II Emperor of Russia who reigned from 1st November 1894 to 15th March 1917.
Venue: Cultúrlann Sweeney, O’Connell St., Kilkee
Radio Beams – Carmel Doherty Multi-Discaplinery Artist
From the 4 corners of Clare. Full of colour, life, fun, human stories of conquests, and achievements. From all walks of life in Clare. Dermot brings a unique inside to people activities and life in Clare.
Not afraid to challenge the norms, asks the hard question and bring humour to the story.
Dermot covers stories that never may get air time on any station and his relaxed way of finding out the issues that bother people. Listeners from all ages and back round find his tones easy listening.
RCB Sports Show 01/08/17
On this RCB Sports Show, we review the Clare Senior Ladies All-Ireland qualifier victory over Wicklow plus preview the All-Ireland Minor Ladies final next Sat, Dan O’Connell tells us about the Kildysart Agricultural Show, James Sexton gives us the local athletics results & we round up a busy sporting week
You can also leave any comments or opinion on our Facebook page RCB Sport or on our twitter account @rcbsport
The Word – Teach your child (part 1)
Join the gang every Sunday for an hour of relaxing discussion on issues of spirituality, and some great music thrown in too. Forget your worries and listen to The Word.