Bunratty Castle and Folk Park in County Clare will host ‘The Big Top’ of Ireland’s national circus this coming weekend, Saturday and Sunday (June 15th/16th 2024).
As stated, this award-winning Fossett’s Circus is visiting the country’s most famous medieval castle on Saturday and Sunday June 15th/16th and will feature the very best of international circus acts, including jugglers, aerial acrobats and dare devils.
Ms Charlotte Rebers, (Operations Manager at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park), said, “We are excited to welcome back Fossett’s Circus to the Folk Park. Circus goers will receive free entry to the Castle and Folk Park, which guarantees a fun-filled day out, for families and people of all ages at our visitor attraction.”
Ms Marion Fossett, the ringmaster of Fossett’s Circus has been carrying on a family tradition that has lasted for generations.
Ms Fossett said, “All of our performers and crew have very fond memories of our previous Bunratty visits and this year, we promise to put on an even bigger and better show to the people of the Mid-West Region, which includes the counries of Tipperary, Clare and Limerick . Highlights of our circus include the Globe of Speed featuring FMX Stunt Motorcycle riders, The Wheel of Death, and the thrilling Flying Trapeze high in the roof of the Big Top.”
Ticket bookings for Fossett’s Circus, at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, can be made at HERE. Remember: Each purchased ticket provides free entry to the Castle and Folk Park. Circus Shows will be staged at 1.00pm on Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th.
Songwriter:Neil Percival Young. Vocals: Canadian and American singer, guitarist and songwriter, Neil Percival Young.
Hold Back the Tears.
Hello, my old friend, it’s good to see you smiling, You’ve been around so long, you must be strong, And single life really has its fine points, Like friends to help you out when things go wrong.
[Chorus] Hold back the tears that you’ve been crying, Push off the fears when they come around, Hold back the tears and keep on trying, Just around the next corner, may be waiting your true love.
I call her name out in the night, I feel for someone but still something isn’t right, Ah, those streets I hesitate to use, Start looking better when night brings on the blues.
[Repeat Chorus]
Two lyin’ fools and then four cryin’ eyes, Counting on one another to survive, Crazy love must surely have this pain, If getting up means going down again.
[Repeat Chorus]
Hello, my old friend, it’s good to see you smiling.
Seventy candidates are seeking election to 40 seats across Tipperary County Council’s eight electoral areas.
Six sitting Tipperary councillors, namely Fine Gael’s Michael Fitzgerald, Independents Hughie McGrath and John “Rocky” McGrath, Fine Gael’s Ger Darcy and Noel Coonan, and Fianna Fáil’s Seamus Hanafin have all opted not to stand for re-election in 2024.
Here in the Thurles local election area, those seeking re-election are Micheál Lowry (Independent), Peggy Ryan (Fine Gael), Sean Ryan (Fianna Fáil), and Jim Ryan (Independent). Seeking election for the first time are Kay Cahill Skehan (Fianna Fáil) and Dan Harty (Sinn Féin).
Vote ‘Em Out.
Lyrics: American country singer, guitarist and songwriter Willie Nelson. Vocals:Willie Nelson.
Vote ‘Em Out.
If you don’t like who’s in there, vote ’em out. That’s what Election Day is all about. The biggest gun we’ve got, Is called “the ballot box”, So if you don’t like who’s in there, vote ’em out. Vote ’em out (vote ’em out), Vote ’em out (vote ’em out), And when they’re gone, we’ll sing and dance and shout. Bring some new ones in, And we’ll start that show again, And if you don’t like who’s in there, vote ’em out. If it’s a bunch of clowns you voted in, Election Day is comin’ ’round again. If you don’t like it now, If it’s more than you’ll allow, If you don’t like who’s in there, vote ’em out. Vote ’em out (vote ’em out), Vote ’em out (vote ’em out), And when they’re gone, we’ll sing and dance and shout. Bring some new ones in, And we’ll start the show again, And if you don’t like who’s in there, vote ’em out. Vote ’em out (vote ’em out), Vote ’em out (vote ’em out), That’s what Election Day is all about. The biggest gun we’ve got, Is called “the ballot box”, So if you don’t like who’s in there, vote ’em out. If you don’t like who’s in there, well vote ’em out.
Lyrics: American singer, songwriter and guitarist John C. Fogerty(founder of the swamp rock band ‘Creedence Clearwater Revival’ (CCR). Vocals: American rock band ‘Creedence Clearwater Revival’.
Bad Moon Rising.
I see the bad moon a-risin’, I see trouble on the way, I see earthquakes and lightnin’, I see bad times today. Don’t go around tonight, Well it’s bound to take your life, There’s a bad moon on the rise. I hear hurricanes a-blowin’, I know the end is comin’ soon, I fear rivers over flowin’, I hear the voice of rage and ruin. Don’t go around tonight, Well it’s bound to take your life, There’s a bad moon on the rise. Alright. Hope you got your things together, Hope you are quite prepared to die. Looks like we’re in for nasty weather, One eye is taken for an eye. Well don’t go around tonight, Well it’s bound to take your life, There’s a bad moon on the rise. Don’t come around tonight, Well it’s bound to take your life, There’s a bad moon on the rise.
History is being made this weekend with the hosting of the European School Chess Championships taking place in Ireland for the first time.
More than 200 children, aged between 5 and 16 years, from 14 European countries are all participating in the week-long tournament, which takes place at the University of Limerick(UL) and continues until Friday June 7th 2024.
European School Chess Championships taking place in Ireland for the first time.
The Irish Chess Union (ICU) beat off competition from four other countries to win the bid to host the event against four other countries, with the support of UL, Limerick City & County Council and the Shannon Region Conference & Sports Bureau.
“Securing this event is a major milestone in the development of chess in Ireland and demonstrates the ICU’s unwavering commitment to promoting the game nationwide and Ireland as a chess destination for future events,” commented Mr Desmond Beatty,(Chairperson, Irish Chess Union.)
Mr. Beatty said the decision to bring the Championships to Ireland reflects the unprecedented growth the game has experienced since the pandemic.
“Chess has proven to be a source of fun and intellectual stimulation for individuals of all ages and can help improve concentration,” he explained. “As a result, the promotion of chess in schools has increased significantly most notably in the classroom following continuous professional development (CPD) courses for primary school teachers now realising the benefits of chess in education, notably in social skills and critical thinking. Over 10000 children this year have taken part in competitions run by ficheall.ie, the organisation of primary teachers promoting chess.Building on the success of both Glorney Cup and Chessmates internationals, this is a remarkable opportunity for us to showcase Ireland’s thriving chess community, promote the growth of the game, and provide an unforgettable experience for participants and spectators alike,” concluded Mr. Beatty.
All games will be broadcast live on chess.com and lichess.org. Diana Mirza and Antonina Gora, both members of Ireland’s women’s team, will be providing live commentary HERE
Speaking on behalf of UL Conference & Sports Campus, Mr David Ward said, “Attracting the European School Chess Championships to UL, highlights the success of our one stop model with accommodation, catering and venues on site. We look forward to setting the stage for a thrilling tournament in June 2024 and hope that many memorable moments will unfold.”
Ms Karen Brosnahan, (General Manager, Shannon Region Conference and Sports Bureau) said “We are delighted to see the European School Chess Championships coming to Limerick. This is testament to the collaborative efforts of UL, Shannon Region Conference & Sports Bureau, Limerick City and County Council, and Failte Ireland working together to promote Limerick as a host city and developing strong relationships with the sporting bodies and event organisers. Tournaments like this are highly lucrative, contributing significantly to the local economy.”
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