Because of the currently prevailing stormy weather, it has been decided that tonight’s much anticipated Lion’s Club Classical Concert; latter part of an exciting Vintage & Classic Car Show this weekend, and which tonight was planned for the open air, will now be held indoors.
Performing tonight will be Derek Ryan, with Ryan Morgan and friends, for a light classical evening of music and song.
Thurles Lion’s Club organisers promise that in spite of this minor change they will still have truly amazing entertainment, so please do come and enjoy the evening.
Widely acclaimed as one of Ireland’s best Folk Singers; Dublin-born balladeer Mr Danny Doyle has sadly passed away at the age of 79 years.
In the video hereunder; Mr Doyle sings about his home town Dublin at an Irish festival in St. Paul the state capital of Minnesota, USA back in 2000. [Song written by Pete St. John, Dublin.]
Mr Doyle left school at the age of fourteen, before starting work, doing odd jobs in Dublin’s Pike Theatre. It was here that he began to pick up, countryside ballads from the numerous travelling performers of the day.
Back the 1960’s and 1970’s, his strong, powerful voice was regarded as being amongst the top five of Irish vocal public performers. Probably best known for his 1967 Number One hit “Whiskey on a Sunday”; many of his songs were a regular feature in the Irish charts; recording three No.1 singles and some 25 albums.
He appeared in many major concert venues, including Carnegie Hall, New York City; the Royal Albert Hall, London and in 2010 he came out of retirement to appear in the yearly ethnic ‘Milwaukee Irish Fest’, at Henry Maier Festival Park, Lake Michigan, USA, latter held every third weekend in August.
Like so many other Irish performers, Mr Doyle relocated to the USA in 1983.
The magnificent voice of the very beautiful Ms Sinéad O’Connor is to feature here in Thurles, Co. Tipperary, at ‘Féile 19’; reportedly Ms O’Connor’s only festival show of this summer.
This resurrected music event has changed its name from its 2018 “Féile Classical” to; in 2019, “Féile 19” some 30 years after the original Féile became Ireland’s first multi-day music festival.
“Féile 19” begins September 20th – 22nd 2019.
Other acts include ‘The Stunning’, ‘EMF’, ‘The Frank and Walters’, ‘Transvision Vamp’, ‘The Fat Lady Sings’, ‘Eleanor McEvoy’, ‘Picturehouse’, ‘Mundy’, ‘Alive & Dangerous’, with Andrew Strong, Eric Bell and Bronagh Gallager performing songs from Thin Lizzy’s ‘Live & Dangerous’.
This three day music extravaganza is expected to spill over unto the streets of Thurles during daylight hours, to be entertained by visiting street performers.
The annual Borrisoleigh Festival returns again this weekend; bigger and better than ever before. The festival is being run in tandem with “The Arty Rooster Arts Festival”, which runs for the entire week from 1st July.
Overall Winner of the 2018 Wheelbarrow Competition with her entry ‘The Dogbox’ is Kathleen Ryan (left) with her sister Margaret and mother Effie (RIP)
The growing “International Wheelbarrow Extravaganza”, promises some wonderful creations. The competition is open to everyone to submit their modified wheelbarrows to be in with a chance to win some great prizes. Your imagination is the only limiting factor in this unique competition.
‘The Arty Rooster‘ will feature shop-front exhibitions, workshops, demonstrations, talks and performances, including an oil painting demonstration by artist Jim Donnelly on Saturday morning and a short play written by Ciarnad Ryan. The play is based on events which took place during the War of Independence and will be performed on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday in the function room in Finn’s Bar. Follow ‘The Arty Rooster’ on Facebook for full schedule updates.
The annual walk with the Bush and Briar Ramblers takes place on Saturday July 6th, walking part of the Beara Breifne Way from Greenane to Latteragh. Registration is at 8.30am in the Community Centre.
Award winning photographer Tom Doherty will be hosting a photo walk, giving tips on how to take great photos on a walk around Borrisoleigh starting at 11:00am in The Square. This should prove useful to anyone planning on entering the festivals Instagram Competition. Be sure to use the hashtag #BorrisFest19 when posting festival photos on Instagram to be in with a chance to win some great prizes. After the Official Opening with Lord Mayor Paddy Dolan and special guest on Saturday, there will be a Jiving Competition and Social Dancing with ‘Phil Maher’s Band’. The band ‘Ebony’ will finish off the night; from 10:00pm to 12:00 midnight.
A fire performer will be thrilling spectators throughout Saturday night with a number of performances from 8:00pm and Hot Chocolate and Wraps will be available from ‘The Hungry Horse’.
Sunday 7th July has a packed schedule from 2:00pm with the ‘Wheelbarrow Extravaganza’, live music, kid’s entertainment and lots more. The individual wheelbarrow categories are: Best Environmental; Best Miniature Garden; and Most Imaginative.
Entries open on Sunday 7th July 2.00 – 4.30 p.m. No entry fees. This year there is a new ‘Commercial’ Category. Local businesses can showcase their business in a wheelbarrow in the centre of Borrisoleigh for the duration of the Festival. €10 advance entry fee. Wheelbarrows can be displayed from 1st July – 7th July. There will be a public vote for the best overall wheelbarrow on Sunday afternoon. Votes cost €1.00 each. So, take another glance at that old wheelbarrow in the corner of the garden, and imagine what an amazing spectacle it would make with a little bit of ingenuity and TLC. And don’t forget to use #BorrisFest19 when uploading your photos to Instagram!
At 2.30pm in the Community Centre there is a Make Up Demonstration with MUA Kayley Moylan, admission is €8. Kids entertainment will feature Bouncy Castles, Disco Dome, Gladiators, Gaming Van and Hawkeye Powershot Competition. There will be a BBQ in the village square also on Sunday evening and a Hobby horse competition from 6.30pm to 7.30pm.
Live music starts at 2:00pm on Sunday with DJ Matt Ryan and a host of wonderful performers throughout the day. Starting with Paudi Bourke at 4pm, Dufrane 4.30pm, The Mangled Badgers 6pm and finishing with Silver Dollar from 8pm until late.
All in all, it promises to be a terrific festival with something for everyone and all ages. Pick up a copy of the festival booklet in any local shops for full schedule of events and follow Borrisoleigh Festival on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for regular updates.
Ms Suzanne Brosnan (Senior Library Assistant), Tipperary County Council Library Service, brings us all the news on the Thurles “Bealtaine Festival”, starting tomorrow, May 3rd.
Friday May 3rd – Exhibition Launch in ‘The Gallery’ – 11.00am
Our May exhibition is the art work of and by four local artists Alice Regan, Marian Maher, Patsy Hogan & Helen Campbell. The exhibition will be launched by branch manager Gerard Flannery. Why not drop into the library for a coffee and browse the beautiful art, presented by talented local artists.
Thurles Men’s Shed(TMS) provides the platform for a large number of gifted craftsmen to practice and exhibit their talents. Thurles library are delighted to welcome the members of the men’s shed to the library to display their work. If you are interested in finding out more about TMS why not call in and chat to one of the members to find out more details.
Tuesday 14th May 14th – Talk on ‘Bee Keeping’, by Jerry Ryan – 6.30pm
Interested in starting up your own hive, wish to hear how you can improve your own or simply interested in learning more about these intriguing insects. Jerry Ryan will offer plenty of knowledge about these fascinating, necessary and endangered species. Booking essential – Tel: 0761-06-6131
Friday 17th May 17th – Coffee Morning in the Library with ‘The Monk’s Musicians’ from 11.00am – 12.00 noon.
One of the annual highlights here in Thurles Library. We are delighted to welcome back the musicians of the Monk’s Pub. Enjoy a cup of tea, and a chat, whilst they raise the gallery roof with their music and song. All are welcome to attend.
Tuesday May 21st – ‘Tin Whistle Class’ – Anthony Condron at 6.30pm
Ever wanted to take-up a traditional Irish instrument but didn’t know how or where to start? Now is your chance with this introduction to tin whistle with accomplished musician Anthony Condron. Booking here is essential – Tel: 0761-06-6131.
Thursday 23rd May – “Greyhound on a Train” by Carnation Theatre – 11.00am
Join the Carnation Theatre as they present the drama “Greyhound on a Train”, formed on the testimonies and real life stories of women who took part in the War of Independence, Josephine Stallard, Bridget Fitzpatrick & Elizabeth Bloxham among others. Once again, for this event booking is essential – Tel: 0761-06-6131
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