WHAT’S ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 18 SUNDAY, JULY 22
AROUND COUNTY WEXFORD
to be kept litter and plastic free. The gig starts at 7.30 p.m.
SOUTH EAST COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL.
Some of Ireland’s best known Country music names will take part in this year’s festival which runs at the Bannow Rathangan Showground in Killag. Running from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. acts include: Mike Denver and his band, along with Jimmy Buckley, Cliona Hagan, Gerry Gutheris, Lee Matthews and the Conquerors show band. There will be free on site parking, a full bar, and food. Children under-12 are free with an adult.
SENIOR CITIZENS COFFEE MORNING IN RAMSGRANGE.
Senior citizens Concern CLG is hosting a tea or coffee morning in St Louis Day Care Centre, Ramsgrange, from 9 a.m. to midday. Your support is greatly appreciated.
TUESDAY, JULY 24
DANESCASTLE MUSIC GROUP
Danescastle Music Group/Bannow Comhaltas host a Seisiún every Tuesday during the months of July and August in the Horse and Hound, Ballinaboola, at 8.30 p.m.
This is a show full of music, singing and dancing and promises to be a great night for all the family.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 25
GREEN ROAD Wexford Arts Centre at 8 p.m. See July 11. THURSDAY, JULY 26 KIDS FALCONRY WORKSHOP
Kids Falconry Workshop will take place in Wells House and Gardens at 1 p.m., till 2 p.m. Under the guidance of resident Falconer, go on an adventure with the falcons and learn interesting facts about the stunning birds. Get hands-on and feed the falcons and watch them soar. For any queries call Wells House at 053 9186737.
SATURDAY, JULY 28
GARDENING TALK
A talk on Caring for your Garden Shrubs will take place in Springmount Garden Centre, from 10.30 a.m., till midday. PADDY CASEY
One of Ireland’s best singer-songwriters will perform at the Wexford Arts Centre at 8.30 p.m. He has penned some of the best songs to come out of Ireland in the past 20
years with global hits like ‘Saints and Sinners’ as part of his repertoire.
RORY’S STORIES
Rapparees-Starlights GAA Club is delighted to host an evening of laughter with the hilarious YouTube sensation Rory’s Stories at Bellefield GAA Grounds in Enniscorthy on Saturday, July 28. With a massive fanbase right across the country as a result of his hilarious skit videos ranging on every topic from local GAA club characters to the Irish abroad, Rory will have you in stitches and a great night is guaranteed. Tickets are available from the clubhouse bar and from any senior panel members priced at €10, but they are selling fast.
SUNDAY, JULY 29
SOUTH EAST PLEIN AIR – ART IN THE OPEN
Wexford’s Art In the Open brings artists from all over to the county for Europe’s largest annual plein air painting festival. Demonstrations, workshops, master classes, paint-outs will take place all around the county. CAROREIGH FIELD DAY
The 50th Caroreigh field day will kick off at 1.30 p.m. with a fancy dress and vintage parade led by the New Ross and District Pipe Band. All the usual stalls will be up and running, some have been there for the 50 years. There will be a tug of war competition made of teams from areas in the half parish. The usual Grand Draw will be held, tickets should be with parishioners by now.
MONDAY, JULY 30
SOUTH EAST PLEIN AIR – ART IN THE OPEN Art in the Open. See July 29.
TUESDAY, JULY 31
SOUTH EAST PLEIN AIR – ART IN THE OPEN Art in the Open. See July 29. DANESCASTLE MUSIC GROUP
Danescastle Music Group/Bannow Comhaltas host a Seisiún every Tuesday during July and August in the Horse and Hound, Ballinaboola, at 8.30 p.m.
This is a show full of music, singing and dancing and promises to be a great night for all the family.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1
GREEN ROAD Wexford Arts Centre at 8 p.m. See July 11. SOUTH EAST PLEIN AIR – ART IN THE OPEN Art in the Open. Seen July 29.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 2
SOUTH EAST PLEIN AIR – ART IN THE OPEN Art in the Open. Seen July 29.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 3
#Enniscorthy Rockin’ Food Festival. Rightly regarded as one of the best festivals in the South East, the streets of Enniscorthy will once again come to life as the Rockin’ Food Festival takes over the town with mouth watering food and hip-swivelling rock’n’ roll from August 3 to August 6. With all manner of artisan food and drinks producers exhibiting in the town, there will be something for everyone with workshops and tastings a-plenty. To add to this, there will be a wonderful lineup of free gigs with some of the finest roots and rockabilly acts that Europe has to offer arriving to perform in the Market Square and at venues around town. For more details on the festival, see rockinfoodfestival.ie. WEXFORD FILM FESTIVAL
Wexford Film Festival’s third year is bringing the best of international independent film to Wexford Arts Centre. Films from all over Ireland, the US, Canada, Australia and Europe will play over the three-night event in Wexford. Tickets for the full weekend are just €10. SOUTH EAST PLEIN AIR – ART IN THE OPEN Art in the Open. Seen July 29.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 4
WEXFORD FILM FESTIVAL Wexford Arts Centre. See August 3. SOUTH EAST PLEIN AIR – ART IN THE OPEN Art in the Open. Seen July 29. ENNISCORTHY ROCKIN’ FOOD FESTIVAL. Enniscorthy. See August 3. SUNDAY, AUGUST 5 WEXFORD FILM FESTIVAL Wexford Arts Centre. See August 3. SOUTH EAST PLEIN AIR – ART IN THE OPEN Art in the Open. Seen July 29. FERNS FITTEST FAMILY
Families from around the Ferns area will once again battle their way through a series of gruelling challenges to compete for the title of Ferns Fittest Family on August 5. The event, organised by Ferns United, will get under way from 11 a.m. with registration at 10 a.m. The presentation of prizes will take place in the Thatch Pub later that evening with a disco afterwards. For more information, contact Kerrie at 087 3592959 or Paul at 086 0811642. ENNISCORTHY ROCKIN’ FOOD FESTIVAL. Enniscorthy. See August 3.
MONDAY, AUGUST 6
SOUTH EAST PLEIN AIR Art in the Open. Seen July 29.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 7
DANESCASTLE MUSIC GROUP
Danescastle Music Group/Bannow Comhaltas host a Seisiún every Tuesday during August in the Horse and Hound, Ballinaboola, at 8.30 p.m.
This is a show full of music, singing and dancing and promises to be a great night for all the family.
TUESDAY, JULY 10 SUMMER CUPCAKES WORKSHOP
Bunclody Library is delighted to host this special summer Cupcakes Workshop for children from 12.30 p.m. to 2 p.m. The workshop is for children aged from seven to 12 years and promises to be great fun as participants make and decorate their very own cupcakes. Booking is essential. For more details contact Bunclody Library at 053 9375466.
POTTERY WORKSHOP
Pottery for Young Designers workshop will take place in Wexford Lavender Farm from 11 a.m., till
1 p.m. Admission is €20 per child and booking is essential. The workshop will include creating a ceramic plate to design, using stencils or freestyle. All materials are included. For more information, call 087 0686774.
BREE CELTIC ROOTS
A ‘Full Irish’ show in association with Celtic Roots will begin tonight in Bree Hall and continue on Tuesdays. Tea and scones are served at 8.30 and the night’s entertainment begins at 9 p.m. with music, song, dance and storytelling. Admission is €10 for adults with concessions for children and groups. For bookings contact 087 7535354.
DANESCASTLE MUSIC GROUP
Danescastle Music Group/Bannow Comhaltas host a Seisiún every Tuesday during the months of July and August in the Horse and Hound, Ballinaboola, at 8.30 p.m.
This is a show full of music, singing and dancing and promises to be a great night for all the family.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 11 GREEN ROAD
Join Green Road at Wexford Arts Centre at 8 p.m. for a night of foot-tapping Irish Folk and Trad music. This is the first of a seven-night series that will welcome a guest musician each night. The first guest will be Donal Clancy. Green Road features musicians who have played with Riverdance, on TV shows in Ireland, on radio shows in the UK and US, and for presidents and prime ministers.
KILMORE QUAY SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
Now in its 33rd year, the festival celebrates summer with delicious seafood platters, fishing and lots of fun activities for all the family. PASTRY-MAKING DEMONSTRATION Castlebridge Show Committee is holding a pastry making demonstration with Mick Kavanagh in Castlebridge Community Centre at 8 p.m. He will show a variety of pastry recipes and answer any questions people might have. Tea, coffee and delicious home baking will be served after the talk. Admission is free.
THURSDAY, JULY 12 KILMORE QUAY SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
Kilmore Quay. See July 11.
BANNOW AND RATHANGAN SHOW
Now in its 69th year, the Bannow and Rathangan Show is a favourite summer event featuring lifestock, horse sport, stalls for food and retail, and many more activities. A great day out for the family, it is also a chance to meet old friends and make new ones. The show takes place at the showgrounds in Killag.
KIDS FALCONRY WORKSHOP
Kids Falconry Workshop will take place in Wells House and Gardens at 1 p.m., till 2 p.m. Under the guidance of resident Falconer, go on an adventure with the falcons and learn interesting facts about the stunning birds. Get hands-on and feed the falcons and watch them soar. For any queries call Wells House at 053 9186737.
FRIDAY, JULY 13 LADY GREW
US musician Kate McGrew moved from New York to Cork in 2008 and quickly gained notoriety as Lady Grew, writing and performing vocals for dancehall reggae/hip-hop tunes, releasing EPs, and has written two comedy musicals. She had performed at clubs and festivals in Ireland, the UK, Germany, Australia and America. Support on the night is from Cursed Murphy V Bloco Gorman. The gig starts at 8.30 p.m. in Wexford Arts Centre.
KILMORE QUAY SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
Kilmore Quay. See July 11.
SATURDAY, JULY 14 RELAY FOR LIFE
The second Wexford Relay for Life event takes place at Wexford Racecourse for 24 hours. The event raises vital funds for the Irish Cancer Society. To get involved, or to register a team, contact Relay for Life Wexford through their Facebook page or phone Gemma at 085 1498143.
LUAN PARLE AND CLIVE BARNES
Two of Ireland’s finest songwriters and performers Luan Parle and Clive Barnes have for many years been gaining an international reputation as solo performers.They will take to the stage of Wexford Arts Centre at 8.30 p.m. See the story elsewhere on these pages.
KILMORE QUAY SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
Kilmore Quay. See July 11.
BARGY VINTAGE CLUB BARBECUE
The Bargy Vintage Club will hold their annual barbecue in the Old Coopers Inn from 6 p.m. till late. Music by Point Blank and others. Food served from 6.30 to 9.30 p.m. Tickets €5 each, available from all club members and at ‘The Coopers Inn’ All proceeds to local charities, many thanks for your continued support.
SUNDAY, JULY 15 COMMUNITY GARDEN PARTY
The fifth annual Garden Party will take place in Castlebridge Community Garden from 2 p.m. till around 5 p.m. The Castlebridge Gospel Choir will perform a variety of summer afternoon favourites. There will be tea and coffeesavailable all afternoon with your choice of homemade cakes and pastries. There will be plenty for the kids too including a bouncy castle and other games. Admission is free. All are welcome to come and relax in beautiful surroundings and hear some great music.
KILMORE QUAY SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
Kilmore Quay. See July 11.
CRAANFORD VINTAGE RALLY AND FIELD DAY.
The Craanford Vintage Rally and field day will take place at 1.30 p.m. There will be the Best Six Homemade Cupcakes competition; dog show; wonderful vintage machinery display; bottle stall; moster raffle; bric-à-brac; and strawberries and cream. It is a great family day out for everyone. Also, the Ann Whitty Memorial Bake Off will be held at the Vintage Rally and field day. Now in it’s second year, the Bake Off will allow everyone to participate while helping to raise funds for the parish Ann loved. JACK AND JILL CYCLE €25 per person for the Sportive Cycles and €30 for the Faily Cycle, which includes up to two adults and three children. To register, go to jack-andjill.ie/cycle or call Derek Webb from Gorey Cycling Club at 087 0617615. JOAN AND FRIENDS COFFEE MORNING Joan Kavanagh and friends are holding a coffee morning in the Crosses, Kilmuckridge, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., in aid of ‘Touched by Suicide’. Admission is only €3 and there will be door prizes and a raffle. MID-SUMMER BAZAAR IN FETHARD There will be a Mid-summer Bazaar in aid of St Mogue’s Church, Fethardon-Sea, at the Old Abbey Garden Centre on from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Those interested in booking a stand please contact Claire at 087 7759130. CRAANFORD VINTAGE RALLY AND FIELD DAY. Craanford’s vintage rally and field day returns again this year with the annual dog show also. Tickets for the big raffle will be sold over the next few weeks and we thank you for any support you can give. Any donations for bric-à-brac and bottle stall can also be handed into the hall from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 14, or after 6 p.m. Mass on Saturday evening.
TUESDAY, JULY 17 DANESCASTLE MUSIC GROUP
Danescastle Music Group/Bannow Comhaltas host a Seisiún every Tuesday during the months of July and August in the Horse and Hound, Ballinaboola, at 8.30 p.m.
This is a show full of music, singing and dancing and promises to be a great night for all the family.
FOULKSMILLS DUCK RACE
Foulksmills Tidy Towns Duck Race is taking place on the banks of the River Corach starting at 6 p.m. in the Village Park. This year’s attractions include everything from milking Daisy the Cow, to river boat rides, a bouncy castle, giant soccer darts, Hook a Duck and more. The main attraction, of course, is duck racing with the feature race on the night, the Sweepstakes Race. GREEN ROAD Wexford Arts Centre at 8 p.m. See July 11.
THURSDAY, JULY 19 WEXFORD FC GOLF CLASSIC
Bunclody Golf Club will host this year’s annual Wexford FC golf classic. A team of four costs €220, including a meal. For more information, email. josephwallace@jwallace.com.
KIDS FALCONRY WORKSHOP
Kids Falconry Workshop will take place in Wells House and Gardens at 1 p.m., till 2 p.m. Under the guidance of resident Falconer, go on an adventure with the falcons and learn interesting facts about the stunning birds. Get hands-on and feed the falcons and watch them soar. For any queries call Wells House at 053 9186737.
STORYTELLING IN CASTLEDOCKRELL
Session of storytelling in Castledockrell Hall tonight at 8 p.m. Come along and enjoy a good nights entertainment. Refreshments served. There will be a raffle held also.
FRIDAY, JULY 20 MENAPIANS 5K
The local running club will host a 5K run, starting at Sarsfields Clubhouse in Pairc Charman at 7.30 p.m. Registration starts at 6 p.m. There will be cash prizes for winners and post-race refreshments. The event is open to runners, joggers and walkers aged 17 and over.
STREAMS OF BUNCLODY FESTIVAL
The Streams of Bunclody Festival will take place from July 20 to July 22 and will have an ‘Alice in Bunclody’ theme. Help the Red Queen, Mad Hatter, White Rabbit and a troupe of Street Performers find Alice. There will be a host of family friendly and inclusive entertainment and activities for all. For more details, see bunclodyfestivals.ie.
KRH TOPS COMMUNITY WEEKEND
A summer festival full of fun, games, music, competitions, a parade, performances, food and craic for all the family. Events take place at a variety of locations around Rosslare and Kilrane.
SCREENING OF MAMMA MIA: HERE WE GO AGAIN.
There will be a charity fundraiser premiere screening of ‘Mamma Mia. Here We Go Again’ in Movies@Gorey in aid of St Aidan’s Day Care Centre. A reception at 6.45 p.m., followed by the screening at 7.30 p.m. Admission is €20 and tickets are available now from St Adian’s Services, Gorey Torurist Office Market House and Gorey Chamber of Commerce.
SATURDAY, JULY 21 CARNEW AND DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SHOW.
The Carnew and District Agricultural Show will take place from 10 a.m., till 6 p.m., in Carnew. A traditional Agricultural Show with classes for horses, sheep and traditional crafts. Follow ‘Carnew Agri Show’ on Facebook for updates.
KRH TOPS COMMUNITY WEEKEND
Rosslare and Kilrane. See July 20.
STREAMS OF BUNCLODY FESTIVAL
Bunclody. See July 20
VICTORIAN GARDEN PARTY AT WELLS HOUSE.
Wells House and Gardens sixth birthday will take place from 10 a.m., till 6 p.m. There will be live music and a barbecue on the terrace. Victorian games for all the family. For more information, visit wellshouse.ie.
KRH TOPS COMMUNITY WEEKEND
Rosslare and Kilrane. See July 20.
FAIRYTALE FESTIVAL
Woodstock Gardens in Inistioge, south Kilkenny, is the beautiful setting for the regional Fairytale Festival, taking place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. With a fairy trail, archery, bouncy castles, storytelling, arts and crafts, and so many fairytale characters to meet, there will be loads for children to enjoy.
STREAMS OF BUNCLODY FESTIVAL
Bunclody. See July 20
THE RIPTIDE MOVEMENT
The Sky and the Ground will host the Riptide Movement with their new Coast to Coast tour which is in association with Clean Coasts. The band will perform their inimitable full live show at a number of coastal venue around Ireland, promoting the message that our environment needs