SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17

FREE KIDS MOVIE St Michael’s Theatre, New Ross, 3 p.m. Wexford County Council, in association with St Michael’s Theatre are putting on a free surprise Christmas movie for children. ON STREET ENTERTAINMENT New Ross town, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. DJ Tom Redy wil provide on-street entertainment in the town centre for everyone to enjoy. CHRISTMAS CONCERT Gorey Library, 3 p.m. Escape from the Christmas rush to enjoy a seasonal time-out with Gorey Choral Group and readers at the annual Gorey Library Christmas concert. Bring friends and family and enjoy this festive mix of Christmas carols and readings. All are welcome. HFC CONCERT BAND 90TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT Wexford Arts Centre at 8pm The HFC Concert Band was founded in 1926 and gave its first performance on Christmas Day, 1926, in Rowe Street Church. It has continued with this tradition right up to today and will perform again in Rowe Street Church this Christmas Day. The band is delighted to be giving a concert in Wexford Arts Centre, celebrating 90 years of existence. The HFC Concert Band is a community music group based in Wexford Town and facilitates people of all ages who have an interest in playing wind music. Anyone who can play a wind instrument is more than welcome to join the band. The band’s Musical Director is Louise Malone. Some noteworthy past members of the band include Pierce Turner and Billy Roche. CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR Wexford Arts Centre 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featuring work by members of Wexford Craft Trail. WEXFORDON ICE PEOPLE WEXFORD WexfordEnjoy a Quayfront,skate at the11 a.m. Winterlandto 10 p.m. ice. Stability aids available. STORYTELLINGBunclody Library, 11 WITHa.m. PUPPETS Lisa from Shine Bright Theatre will Princess Lily will entertain children from 3 to 8 years old. MAKE A CHRISTMAS SOCK SNOWMAN Wexford Town Library, 2 p.m. Learn how to make a cute sock snowman. CHRISTMAS MUSIC Wexford Town Library, 3 p.m. With The Pipe and Tabors (students of Helen Gaynor). For children aged 5 to 8 years. ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CONCERT Gorey Library, 3 p.m. With Gorey Choral Group and Readers. A festive mix of Christmas carols and readings. All welcome. A QUEST BEFORE CHRISTMAS National Opera House, 10am, 11.30am, 1pm. A Christmas adventure with Rudey the Elf by Bang On Productions suitable for 3 to 8 years. School bookings. SANTA AT THE CASTLE. Johnstown Castle, Wexford 1.30pm to 6.30 pm Arrive by vintage car or stretch limo. Adults enjoy mulled wine and mince pies and children visit Santa in a beautiful fireside setting. VISIT SANTA Beechdale Garden Centre, 2.15 pn and 4 pm. The man of the moment at Beechdale, Moneytucker, Enniscorthy. INTERACTIVE CHRISTMAS STORYTELLING Wexford Arts Centre, 3 p.m. Children’s show with storytelling, puppetry and singsong suitable for kids aged three and upwards. 1950S ROCK N ROLL CHRISTMAS PARTY IFA Centre, Enniscorthy, 9 p.m. Featuring Riley and the Moonrockers. Admission is €10 per person. CHRISTMAS MOVIES Pop-Up Cinema, old library, Redmond Square car park, Wexford Enjoy festive movie favourites in unique surroundings, with hot chocolate, popcorn and other tasty treats. Home Alone, 5 p.m. & Elf, 8 p.m.