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The Genealogy Show – Surnames of Ireland Curtins Gildeas and Kelly’s.

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Lorna worked as Project Genealogist for George Boole *200 genealogy project for University College Cork and is an excellent researcher for Irish family histories.

Lorna produces and presents the successful show: ‘The Genealogy Radio show’ aired each Thursday at 4p.m. from beautiful Kilkee, Co. Clare at Raidio Corcabaiscinn and Podcasts are available weekly.

Lorna has delivered conference papers at Oxford; Lincoln College: Exploration of the Medieval Gaelic Diet: (2012); seminar papers at the Moore Institute in NUI Galway, ‘The Gaelic Lordships in Thomond, c. 1400-c.1500’ and papers at Irish Conference of Medievalists on themes of Brian Boru and landscape of East Clare. Lorna has published on medieval themes and on maritime subjects. Her research areas are the MacNamaras and O’Briens of Thomond.

Lorna received her Certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogy (CAFG) in Dallas in March 2015.

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Kilkee Civic Trust : Charlotte Brontë Festival 2025 – Friday/Saturday 12th/13th September.

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UPDATE: There is some disappointing news. However, on the positive side, it comes with a very satisfactory solution.

Regrettably, due to unforeseen personal circumstances, Nick Holland, our speaker at 3 pm on Saturday afternoon, is no longer able to join us.

Thankfully, Joanne Wilcock has stepped into the breach and will deliver her Talk titled: The Brontës’ Journey to Thornton

The details of Joanne’s Talk are to be found on Page No. 15 of the attached long version Festival Programme.

Joanne is a very keen and active supporter of our Kilkee Brontë Festival, having been one of our keynote speakers at the inaugural festival in 2023, and was also with us in 2024.

The tickets are now available at Cultúrlann Sweeney Box Office or online at: www.ClareArts.ie
• When you land on the Clare Arts homepage, click on “Cultúrlann Sweeney” on the banner at the top of the page.
• Then, scroll down to the section titled “Theatre Opening Hours”, wherein you will find a clickable link for online ticket purchases.
• Alternatively, scroll down even further to the section titled “Contact Us / What’s on / Information”.
There you will find three boxes:
o The first for the Official Opening and Talk on Friday, 12th September
o The second for the Creative Writing Workshop on Saturday morning, 13th September
o The third for the series of three Talks on Saturday afternoon, 13th September
The original KCT Newsletter dated 30th August 2025 is copied below. Also, please find attached a copy of the festival programme.
Please feel free to circulate this post, especially to your family and friends, to assist us in spreading news of events in and around Kilkee.
Every good wish,
Joseph McCloskey
Honorary Secretary,
Kilkee Civic Trust
E-mail:
Website: www.kilkeecivictrust.org



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Kilkee Civic Trust is a non-profit organisation working to enhance the quality of life in Kilkee, and its hinterland, by preserving and promoting its cultural heritage, and so making it a more attractive place to live, work and invest.

All 2024 Talks are hosted at Cultúrlann Sweeney, O’Connell St., Kilkee.

Entry to all the Talks is Free of Charge.
All of our speakers give of their time and energy on a pro-bono basis.
The appreciation of the audience & is expressed by way of presenting each speaker with a Book Token at the end of each Talk.
A Donations Box is provided at all Talks to assist us in defraying necessary expenses.

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Community Unity : Margaret Considine , Robbie Brown heritage walk.

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Joining us in the studio today is local historian Margaret Considine who is involed in Cuimhneamh an Chláir (Clare Memories) an organisation which collects oral history by visiting older people to record personal stories, folklore, and memories. These recordings are catalogued and made publicly accessible via the Clare Memories website.
Audrey Spendlove keeps us updated with the Community Diary of events for the West Clare region.

We join Robbie Brown who lead a captivating Heritage Week walk to Kilnagallaigh Graveyard, the site of an ancient abbey, and the sacred place where St Senan passed away.
With Teresa Jackson, Chris Behan, Audrey Spendlove.


The Genealogy Show – Anglicising Surnames Guckian to Hackett.

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Lorna worked as Project Genealogist for George Boole *200 genealogy project for University College Cork and is an excellent researcher for Irish family histories.

Lorna produces and presents the successful show: ‘The Genealogy Radio show’ aired each Thursday at 4p.m. from beautiful Kilkee, Co. Clare at Raidio Corcabaiscinn and Podcasts are available weekly.

Lorna has delivered conference papers at Oxford; Lincoln College: Exploration of the Medieval Gaelic Diet: (2012); seminar papers at the Moore Institute in NUI Galway, ‘The Gaelic Lordships in Thomond, c. 1400-c.1500’ and papers at Irish Conference of Medievalists on themes of Brian Boru and landscape of East Clare. Lorna has published on medieval themes and on maritime subjects. Her research areas are the MacNamaras and O’Briens of Thomond.

Lorna received her Certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogy (CAFG) in Dallas in March 2015.

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Birth Months – September

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September, what a super month for celebrating a birthday, with the fabulous colours of Autumn, and the start of those chilly evenings. But what does having a birthday in September really say about you? What does the month of September offer to the people born in it? To learn more join me, Audrey, in this light-hearted, fun, half hour programme here on Raidio Corca Baiscinn…

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Community Unity with Guests Joan Broderick, Michael Lineen, Nuala Shanahan.

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This week on Community Unity , Joan Broderick explains how to get help on various unanswered questions for student life in higher education, PathwaysIreland.ie helps navigate through life around attending college to help the student thrive in and out of the classroom, advising on various aspects from finances, to health support. Register for a free webinar on Wednesday (27th Aug.) at 7:30pm.

Heading into retirement from his role as dedicated CE coordinator for nearly 10 years in Kilmihil, Michael Lineen joins us with Nuala Shanahan from DCD Doonbeg to highlight some of the roles undertaken as supervisor and the vital work carried out in the village where a team of staff play a crucial role while liasing with Tidytowns to maintain amenities, support the GAA ground, keeping the graveyard and communal areas accessible and maintained to a high degree.

The Genealogy Show – Genealogy Seminars and Events 2025-2026

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Lorna worked as Project Genealogist for George Boole *200 genealogy project for University College Cork and is an excellent researcher for Irish family histories.

Lorna produces and presents the successful show: ‘The Genealogy Radio show’ aired each Thursday at 4p.m. from beautiful Kilkee, Co. Clare at Raidio Corcabaiscinn and Podcasts are available weekly.

Lorna has delivered conference papers at Oxford; Lincoln College: Exploration of the Medieval Gaelic Diet: (2012); seminar papers at the Moore Institute in NUI Galway, ‘The Gaelic Lordships in Thomond, c. 1400-c.1500’ and papers at Irish Conference of Medievalists on themes of Brian Boru and landscape of East Clare. Lorna has published on medieval themes and on maritime subjects. Her research areas are the MacNamaras and O’Briens of Thomond.

Lorna received her Certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogy (CAFG) in Dallas in March 2015.

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Community Unity featuring – Ollie O’Flaherty, Alina and Olena.

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Lahinch native Ollie O’Flaherty surfed a colossal 60ft Wave in 2012 in at Mullaghmore and lived to tell the tale ,today he is on the line with other news, The West Coast Surf Club is hosting a free surfing taster event as part of #2MinuteBeachClean push on 28th August,more details and registration here.
Audrey has the Community Diary of Events for the West Clare region.
While the Discover Ukraine Festival 2025 is underway this week with events around the region, Olena and Alina join Teresa in the Studio, Svetlana Teryoshkina will be leading a hands-on Petrykivka Painting Workshop in Kilkee. This traditional art style, known for its vivid floral motifs and intricate brushwork, originates from the village of Petrykivka in the Dnipropetrovsk region , a style known for its vivid floral motifs and intricate brushwork. Reserve a place for Friday 22nd August at the Elliot Centre, Kilkee through Eventbrite.ie. To reserve a place on The Varenyk Making Workshop see the event link here.
With Teresa Jackson and Chris Behan.

The Genealogy Show – Updates from the Genealogy World in Ireland.

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Lorna worked as Project Genealogist for George Boole *200 genealogy project for University College Cork and is an excellent researcher for Irish family histories.

Lorna produces and presents the successful show: ‘The Genealogy Radio show’ aired each Thursday at 4p.m. from beautiful Kilkee, Co. Clare at Raidio Corcabaiscinn and Podcasts are available weekly.

Lorna has delivered conference papers at Oxford; Lincoln College: Exploration of the Medieval Gaelic Diet: (2012); seminar papers at the Moore Institute in NUI Galway, ‘The Gaelic Lordships in Thomond, c. 1400-c.1500’ and papers at Irish Conference of Medievalists on themes of Brian Boru and landscape of East Clare. Lorna has published on medieval themes and on maritime subjects. Her research areas are the MacNamaras and O’Briens of Thomond.

Lorna received her Certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogy (CAFG) in Dallas in March 2015.

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Community Unity with Ann Marie Bourke, Michael McMahon, Lily De Silva

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On it’s 30th Anniversary this year, Mullagh Show Michael McMahon gives us a run down on the day’s events set to include:Children’s Activities from 12.30pm. Novelty Games, Athletics followed by Tractors Trikes and Bike run,Children’s tug of war,New Sensory Playground open all day.(parental supervision),Horse and Pony , Cattle . Any volunteers interested in helping out should whatsapp 085 8388078.

Ann-Marie Bourke, Senior Policy and Advocacy Coordinator at the , Asthma Society of Ireland speaks about a campaign which is part of the Society’s Pre-Budget Submission for 2026, titled: “Backing Every Breath, Building Better Care”
With 1 in 4 asthma patients skipping medication due to cost, the time for action is now. The Asthma Society is calling for: Universal access to affordable inhalers, Expanded respiratory care services, and home upgrades to improve indoor air quality. Free helpline support on Freephone: 1800 44 54 64.

Audrey has the Community Diary of upcoming event in the South West Clare area .
Lily De Silva is in the studio to give a heads up on Heritage Week and the events coming to West Clare area.
Heritage Week 2025 from August 16 to 24, proceeds with the theme “Exploring Our Foundations.” a vibrant celebration of Clare’s cultural, built, and natural heritage, featuring a packed schedule of events across the county. Check out the events list here at Kilrush.ie