Category Archives: Community Interest

Kilkee Bay Swim and Boherbuoy Reed Band

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Priority Update – concerning the Small Bay & Big Bay Swims and the Boherbuoy Brass & Reed Band performances
We are informed by Fr. Gerry Kenny, on behalf of the Kilkee Bay Swim 2018 organisers, that the Small Bay & Big Bay Swims are being deferred from today, Saturday 11th August to the following day, Sunday 12th August; at the same times. The reason for the change of day arises from swimmer safety & operational considerations based on forecasted wind and sea conditions for Saturday.
The two swims will now happen on this coming Sunday at the previously advertised times of 3pm for the Small Bay Swim and 5pm for the Big Bay Swim.

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Good News!
The good news is that Boherbuoy Brass & Reed Bandwill be playing today Saturday 11th August, from 3.30pm  at Kilkee Bandstand. Please come along and enjoy the Big Band Sound! Kilkee Civic Trust

Radio Beams – Peter Casey , Cool Man

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Radio Beams was delighted to meet Peter Casey renowned writer of witty ditty song and stories about daily event.
Peter is Cul Camp hero and Clare had 5000 children attending camps all round the county.

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 Thursday at 16:30.


Kilkee Civic Trust Presents:
Clare and the Great War by Dr. Joe Power

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

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KCT No. 6 - Dr. Joe Power

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 Gardening Programme with Johnny Collines – Ep3

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In the studio with John Kinsella, Local gardner Johnny Collins imparts knowledge drawn from a lifetime of experience these guys know their onions and best of all it wont cost a bean just tune in to 94.8fm or stream online from the play button on Tuesday’s or hear the repeat on Thursday’s at 7pm


The Genealogy Show Series 8, episode 28 Overcoming brickwalls, using your four pillars for Irish family history research

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Lorna Moloney’s doctoral thesis, ‘From Gaelic Lordship to English Shire: The MacNamaras of Clare, c.1259-1603′, is being supervised by Professor Steven Ellis. Lorna’s academic profile can viewed at http://nuigalway.academia.edu/LornaMoloney. She 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.

Lorna received her Certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogy (CAFG) in Dallas in March 2015.
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Kilkee Civic Trust Presents:
The story of “An Cailín Bán” by Joe Donnellan

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


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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:

Radio Beams – Visitors and Tourists

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Radio Beams speak to a number of visitors and tourist that came to Clare in July.
Varied and intresting.
We had Norwegian,English, French, German and the USA.
Tune in Tuesday to hear what they said. www.rcb.ie 3.30pm.


The Genealogy Show Series 8, episode 27 – Meghan Markle Family history update

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Lorna Moloney’s doctoral thesis, ‘From Gaelic Lordship to English Shire: The MacNamaras of Clare, c.1259-1603′, is being supervised by Professor Steven Ellis. Lorna’s academic profile can viewed at http://nuigalway.academia.edu/LornaMoloney. She 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.

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


Radio Beams – Director of Clare Education

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Pat Hanrahan will tell us all about what the Clare Education Center does on a day to day basis, Fascinating information.

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 Thursday at 16:30.


Kilkee Civic Trust Presents:
Recipe for Evolution: Chef to Country President by Margot Slattery

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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.



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:

The Gardening Programme with Jonny Collins – 26/06/18

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In the studio with John Kinsella, Local gardner Johnny Collins imparts knowledge drawn from a lifetime of experience these guys know their onions and best of all it wont cost a bean just tune in to 94.8fm or stream online from the play button on Tuesday’s or hear the repeat on Thursday’s at 7pm🎤


The Genealogy Show – Series 8, episode 26 : Kurt Cobain and Co. Tyrone and Updates

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Lorna Moloney’s doctoral thesis, ‘From Gaelic Lordship to English Shire: The MacNamaras of Clare, c.1259-1603′, is being supervised by Professor Steven Ellis. Lorna’s academic profile can viewed at http://nuigalway.academia.edu/LornaMoloney. She 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.

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


The Kilkee Civic Trust Presents:
Whiskey Bonding by Louise McGuane

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The summer season of weekly events continues this Wednesday, 18th July, with the third KCT Talk at 8pm, at Cultúrlann Sweeney, O’Connell St., Kilkee.



KCT No.3 Louise McGuane

The lost art of Whiskey Bonding, once an integral part of business in rural Ireland, brought back to life for The Modern Age in Cooraclare. This Talk will tell the story and history of Whiskey and Bonding both legal and illegal. Later; Louise McGuane’s personal journey leading to the establishment of Chapel Gate Irish Whiskey Co. on her family farm in Cooraclare.
About the Speaker:
Louise McGuane operated in a senior executive role for a multinational drinks company; her successful career spanning locations such as New York, Paris, London & Singapore. Her industry experience and entrepreneurial spirit decided her to return home and start her own Whiskey Bonding business; courageously re-imagining her family farm’s future in the process.
Venue: Cultúrlann Sweeney, O’Connell St., Kilkee
When: Wednesday 18th 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:


KCT 2018 – Grace Cantillon – From Charleville to Caravaggio and Beyond.

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Speaker: Grace Cantillon
Talk Title: From Charleville to Caravaggio and Beyond
Talk Synopsis:
Grace Cantillon will explore and reveal to the audience, “The Life of Dr. Monica Lea-Wilson”. Hers is not a household name; but ought to be because, thanks to her, the National Gallery of Ireland now has a painting by Caravaggio. Grace will reveal how the intertwined lives of Marie Monica Ryan of Charleville, later becoming Dr. Monica Lea-Wilson, and her husband, Capt. Percival Lea-Wilson, led to their painting being revealed, to an astounded art world, to be the “lost” Caravaggio entitled The Taking of Christ. This promises to be a fascinating Talk with references to the renowned Harry Clarke, the stained-glass artist; Michael Collins, Irish Revolutionary, Soldier & Politician; Fr. Thomas Finlay SJ; and others of that era.
About the Speaker:
Also known as Grace O’Malley Cantillon, she was born in Limerick in 1934. After boarding schools, and a Degree in Languages, Grace worked in the Archives Department in U.C.D. In 1958, Grace married George Cantillon, a Surgeon in Limerick. She lectured in Moylish College, now Limerick Institute of Technology. Later; Grace joined The Hunt Museum as a Docent in 1990. An M.A in Art History at University of Limerick followed in 2004, and her book about the Round House O’Malleys in 2014. It is fair to say that Grace believes in Lifelong Learning.
Venue: Cultúrlann Sweeney, O’Connell St., Kilkee
When: Wednesday 11th July at 8pm




The Genealogy Show – Series 8 episode 25 The Importance of Genealogy.

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Lorna Moloney’s doctoral thesis, ‘From Gaelic Lordship to English Shire: The MacNamaras of Clare, c.1259-1603′, is being supervised by Professor Steven Ellis. Lorna’s academic profile can viewed at http://nuigalway.academia.edu/LornaMoloney. She 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.
Lorna received her Certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogy (CAFG) in Dallas in March 2015.
http://www.lornamoloney.com


Gardening with Johny Collins

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In the studio with John Kinsella, Local gardner Johnny Collins imparts knowledge drawn from a lifetime of experience these guys know their onions and best of all it wont cost a bean just tune in to 94.8fm or stream online from the play button on Tuesday’s or hear the repeat on Thursday’s at 7pm


Radio Beams – Carrigaholt Irish College

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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 Thursday at 16:30.