LOCAL EVENT GUIDE

THURSDAY, JUNE 30 KING LEAR AT THE LIBRARY

To mark Shakespeare 400, and to let all local Shakespeare enthusiasts discuss the plays of the bard, you are invited to meet in Gorey Library on from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a viewing from the play ‘King Lear’ followed by a discussion. Arrangements will be made at this event for the following months. To learn more, or to book, contact Gorey Library at 053 9421481 or email goreylib@wexfordcoco.ie

POLISH STORIES

Polish legends story time for children aged 5 to 10 years in Gorey Library from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Combined with art, drawing and conversation, children can speak and practice their Polish and English language skills. To learn more, or to book, contact Gorey Library at 053 9421481 or email goreylib@wexfordcoco.ie

DOG RACING NIGHT

Ballyroebuck National School host a charity fundraiser in Enniscorthy Greyhound Racing Tracat 8 p.m. to help with the cost of building on a school extension. Tickets are €10 each, and children under-16 are free. Tickets are on sale directly from the school (phone 053 9377410) or from JL Sport and leisure, Bunclody.

FRIDAY, JULY 1, TO SUNDAY, JULY 10

RATHNURE SUMMER MUSICAL

‘Heavens Above!’ runs for seven nights July 1,3, 4, 6, 7, 9 and 10, starting 7.45 p.m. nightly. Call the Box Office now at 053 9255429 or 087 0687801. Plenty of laughs, tears, drama and great music. It’s the seventh original musical from Rathnure Panto Society.

SATURDAY, JULY 2 10K RUN, OYLEGATE

The Remember Emma Heffernan 10K Run starts at 4 p.m. at the GAA pitch in Oylegate, with registration from 2 p.m. Registration fee is €15 at runireland.com and on the day. All proceeds go to the Jack and Jill Foundation, in memory of baby Emma.

SUNDAY, JULY 3 KILMYSHALL FIELD DAY

The annual Kilmyshall Field Day gets under way at 2 p.m. There will be all the usual attractions: wheel of fortune, bottle stall, bric-a-brac, cake stall, barbecue, bouncing castle, plants and flowers, children’s races, duck race, and rickshaw rides, plus an art competition for school children.

TRACTOR RUN, GLYNN

The Glynn Tractor Run leaves the village at 1 p.m. Registration from midday to 1 p.m. Cost is €20 to enter the run.

BALLYFAD MEMORIAL RUN

The Jim Carton Memorial run takes place at 11 a.m. Registration from 10 a.m. in Ballyfad Hall. The event includes a five-mile road run and three mile walk into Ballyfad wood. €10 entry fee with children free. Prizes for first three males and first three females home. Proceeds go to charit and there are medals for all who finish. Refreshments afterwards.

BALLYMONEY CRAFT FAIR

The craft fair/indoor market returns at the Orphan Girl, Ballymoney, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tea or coffee and snacks will be available and there will be lots of parking. For more info and to book a space call 086 3664145.

KILANERIN FIELD DAY

Kilanerin field day starts at 2 p.m. All the usual stalls will be there.

MONDAY, JULY 4 TO FRIDAY, JULY 8 URBAN FUNK DANCE CAMP, ENNISCORTHY

Urban Funk Dance Camp for seven- to 12-year-olds at the Presentation Centre, Enniscorthy. Learn hip hop dance, creative movement and confidence building techniques, finishing with a show and party.

SUMMER CAMPS, WATERFRONT POOL AND LEISURE CENTRE, ENNISCORTHY

Start of summer activity camps for five- to 10-year-olds, indoor and outdoor games, inflatable viking ship, arts and crafts and parachute games. Telephone 053 9234443.

TUESDAY, JULY 5 STORYTELLING, BALLYDUFF

Storyhouse at Ár mBréacha, House of Stories, Ballyduff, is on Tuesday, July 5, with storytelling every Tuesday for July and August, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Phone 087 2119151. Email storyhouse1@gmail.com.

LESKINFERE PARISH SALE

Sale in Leskinfere Parish Hall, Clogh, at 7 p.m. offering home baking, jams, books, toys, household items, good-as-new fashion, bric a brac, strawberries and cream, face painting, bouncy castle, a bottle stall, plants, flowers, vegetables, an auction with firewood and lots more, archery, a children’s corner, raffles offering a 32” flat screen television, a huge hamper, €100 and €50, teas, fresh home baking, and more.

SUMMER PLAY

Gorey Little Theatre Group’s July summer play, the darkly comic ‘Family Plot’ by Daragh Carville, runs at the theatre each Tuesday and Thursday at 8.30 p.m. through the month. Tickets are available at the door at €12 for adults and €6 for children and students.

THURSDAY, JULY 7 QUAYSIDE SESSIONS

On the first Thursday of every month, Bean n’ Berry in Wexford bring its popular open mic night to the cafe. Expect some of the best talent from across the county. Admission is free and food and drink will be available. From 8.30 p.m.

FRIDAY, JULY 8 TY BALL AT SHEDFEST ARENA , BUFFERS ALLEY

Transition Year Ball featuring DJ from Beat Radio from 9 p.m. to 12 midnight. The Beat Fleet will also be there. No alcohol. Mineral bar only.

SATURDAY, JULY 9 SHEDFEST

The ever popular Shedfest returns with a bang. This year, the event will see two music stages host bands Cornerboy, Fit4Kings, 5 Dollar Shakes and Novella Hermosa. There will also be a free barbecue on the night, a full bar with cocktail menu and a DJ. Tickets cost €20. 8 p.m.

SUNDAY, JULY 10 CAR BOOT SALE, CLONEGAL

Boot sale in the Ben Mulhall Complex. Gates open to the public at 10 a.m. Sellers can set up from 9.30 a.m. Cost for sellers: Cars €10, Trailers and Vans €15. For more information please contact 087 4119149. Admission is free to the public. Toilet facilities and refreshments available in the complex.

BUBBLE SOCCER AT ROSSLARE COMMUNITY & SPORTS CENTRE

Visitors are invited to put a team together and play five-a-side . There will be special time slots for children. Telephone 053 9132202 to book team times.

CLOWN 5K RUN

The Giggles the Clown charity 5k family fun run and walk will take place on Sunday, July 10, from 10.30 a.m. leaving St Aidan’s Garden Centre, Gorey. Registration is €10 including a free red nose for the first 100 registered. The walk will be followed by a barbecue at the garden centre with music, fun, and craic. There are prizes for the best dressed clowns on the day. The event is in aid of St Aidan’s Services. Call 053 9422062 for further details.

CLONMORE CHURCH FETE IN BREE

Fundraising church fete in aid of Clonmore Church at the home of Gerald and Kathy Dunne, Merton, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.Lots of attractions for everyone with a country produce and plants stall, bottle stall, crazy golf, raffle, cake stall and teas/coffees €3. All support would be greatly appreciated and all are most welcome.

SUNDAY, JULY 10, TO SUNDAY, JULY 17 FÉILE LE CHÉÍLE IN ASKAMORE

Week-long festival with a great timetable of events for families: table quiz, meet the neighbours social, car treasure hunt, family sports event and children’s disco. Get more information on askamore.com. The Féile kicks off with a major new event on Sunday, ‘Canine Capers’. A must for all dog lovers, it will have dog agility demonstrations, with sheepdog trials and dog showing competitions as part of a family orientated fun-filled day from noon. There will also be a

veterinary talk.