What's On In Our Area

    12 May

    The Kilfenora Ceili Band in Concert at Clasaċ

    Concerts

    The world renowned Kilfenora Ceili Band will celebrate the Dublin launch of their latest CD “Chapter Eight” in Clasac_, the Regional Resource Centre of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Eireann, on Saturday 12th May 2012. “The Clasac_ Theatre on the Alfie Byrne Road in Clontarf is perfect for our Dublin launch” according to the Kilfenora Ceili Band leader John Lynch who says that this is the band’s first concert in Dublin in over two years. The band has added viola, cello and double bass to the traditional ten-piece line-up which will give them a unique sound when they take to the stage in Clasac_. Also performing with the band on the night is the award-winning singer, Don Stiffe who was runner-up in RTE’s “All Ireland Talent Show” in 2011. Don recorded two songs with the Kilfenora on the latest recording, including “Galway Bay”. Dancer, Michael Donnellan, who has family ties with the original Kilfenora Ceili Band, has toured with the group for many years and adds to the excitement and passion of the Kilfenora experience. It promises to be a night to remember. Tickets are limited so early booking is reccommended through the Clasac website. www.clasac.ie

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    03 May

    Dublin Fleadh 2011

    Competitions, Concerts, Sessions, Dancing

    Programme Of Events TUESDAY 3rd May Official opening of the fleadh in Oscar Taylor’s with a special presentation and opening address followed by a finger buffet provided by Oscar Taylor’s. Two sessions will take place in different areas of the premises. WEDNESDAY 4th May Céilí and Set Dancing competitions with Sean-Nós and Figure Dancing entertainment in Malahide Community School at 7.30pm. THURSDAY 5th May Uilleann Piping Recital downstairs in St Sylvester’s GAA Club commencing at 9.00 pm. FRIDAY 6th May Youth Seisiún upstairs in St Sylvester’s GAA Club from 7.30pm SATURDAY 7th May Céilí Band and Grupaí Cheoil competitions in Pobalscoil Íosa, Malahide from 10.00am. Session for 13 to 18 years olds from 5.00pm to 8.00pm in Oscar Taylor’s. Singing Session downstairs in St Sylvester’s GAA Club at 9.00pm SUNDAY 8th May Solo, duet and trio competitions in Pobalscoil Íosa from 10.00am Informal young adult session in Gibney’s from 12.30pm Fleadh Céilí in Naomh Mearnóg GAA Club 8.30pm – 1130.pm. Music by Glenside Céilí Band.

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    21 May

    Fleadh Cheoil Chill Dara 2011

    Competitions, Concerts, Festivals, Sessions, Dancing

    Fleadh Cheoil Chill Dara 2011 Fleadh Cheoil Chill Dara will be held in Clane on Sat 21st and Sun 22nd of May 2011. Fleadh Entries to be posted to: Nuala Keane,32 Primrose Hill,Celbridge Co Kildare. 01 6273274 ,0868422437 The closing date for All Fleadh Entries, including Dancing is: Thursday 21st April, 2011 – Please note “No Entries Accepted after this date and No Entries Taken on Day of Fleadh” Various musical and cultural events will take place in the week leading up to the Fleadh. Date Event Location Tue 17th May Sean Nós and Set Dancing with Live Music Clane GAA 8.30 p.m. Wed 18th May Singing and Storytelling with local and Guests Singers Clane GAA Upstairs Lounge 8.30 p.m. Thu 19th May Recital With Jack Talty (Concertina) and Michelle Mulcahy (Harp and Fiddle). Admission €10 Clane GAA Upstairs Lounge 8.30 p.m. Fri 17th May Set Dancing Ceilí. Music by Glenside Ceilí Band. Sets Called by Frank Keenan. Refreshments Served. Admission €10 Clane GAA Hall. Dancing 9.30p.m.-12.30a.m Sat 21st May Aifreann Tradisiúnta Clane Church 6.30 p.m. Sat 21st May Session with local and visiting Musicians Clane GAA 9.30 p.m. Sun 22nd May Competitions for all Age Groups. in Music, Dancing, Singing and Cómhrá Gaeilge. Please note duets 12-15 start at 10 am. Scoil Mhuire Clane 10.00 a.m. Sun 22nd May Closing Session. Fleadh Raffle at this session. Manzors Clane 6.00 p.m.

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