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WEXFORD V LAOIS, O’MOORE PARK, PORTLAOISE, SUNDAY MAY 28: There is a palpable buzz around Wexford hurling this year, something that has been missing for quite some time. The appointment of Davy Fitzgerald as manager of the Wexford Senior hurlers re-energised the squad, and one of the main goals of the season has already been achieved in imrpessive fashion – promotion to Division 1A of the National League. But summer is upon us and there is a whiff of Championship in the air. First up for the Senior hurlers is a Leinster quarter-final clash with Laois in Portlaoise. The Model faithful are expected to travel in numbers to support the hurlers in their first Championship game of the summer, and Davy’s men are odds on to progress. A win on Sunday means Wexford will host arch rivals Kilkenny at Innovate Wexford Park on Saturday June 10 in what is sure to be a sell-out. The main talking point for Sunday is that Davy Fitzgerald will have to watch from the stands as he serves an eight-week ban for an altercation during the League semi-final. But that should not impact on what should be a comfortable Wexford win.
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WEXFORD FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL: The festival will take place Saturday, May 27, and Sunday, May 28, in various venues around Wexford town and has become an established food and drink event here in the South East. The Wexford Food and Wine Festival is organised by a voluntary committee of local people on a non profit basis. They endeavour to have as many of the events free of charge as possible and some events do have a small charge purely to cover costs. Any profits generated are donated to charities. This year there will be more exhibitors than before and the 2017 programme will be bigger and better. For more information on events visit www.wexfordfoodfestival.ie
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CASSAGH ROAD RUN: The Cassagh Vintage Run in aid of the New Houghton Hospital residents’ activities group in New Ross takes place on Sunday, May 28. It leaves Alan Morrissey’s pub at 1 p.m. and registration begins at 11 a.m. There will be a DJ and barbecue back at the pub from 4 p.m. This will be preceded by a live gig and a raffle on the previous night at Morrissey’s pub. Your support for this good cause is appreciated.
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FIELD DAY FUN: Kilmore field day is being held this Sunday, May 28, starting at 2.45 p.m., after the Patron Mass. The day will also be a fundraiser to help replace outdated interactive white boards in the school.If anyone has an idea for a stall or attraction they would like to run contact the organisers. Donation drops can be made to Kilmore school any day, or contact the school office to arrange a pick up at 053 9135230 or Email kilmorepa@gmail.com.
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GLITZ AND GLAM. On Thursday, May 25, two top Irish bloggers, Grace Mongey (FacesbyGrace) and Dominique Nugent (Love, Fashion and Fros) will give two talks at the Riverside Park Hotel. The evening forms part of the build up to the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Strawberry Fair festival. There will also be a fashion show featuring clothes from Runaway Bride and Millinery Madness. There will also be a question and answer session with both Grace and Dominique where all your fashion and beauty questions will be answered. Tickets are €30.
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POLSKA ÉIRE FESTIVAL LAUNCH: The national launch of the Polska Éire Festival will be officiated by His Excellency, Mr Ryszard Sarkowicz, Polish Ambassador to Ireland in Gorey Library at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 26. Festival events include the Mikolajandrzej Kalina exhibitions in Gorey Library and the Market House; a performance event by artist Andrzej Kalina; Saturday Night Fever disco with a Polish DJ; an Irish restaurant Polish taste event; Polish story readings for children; a family picnic in Gorey Town Park with stalls with food and crafts, games and attractions; and a Polish Irish soccer game.
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SIMPLY THE BEST: Rebecca O’Connor is performing at the National Opera House on May 27, on her Simply the Best worldwide tour as Tina Turner. The powerhouse singer from Cork is the only act in the world who is personally endorsed by Tina Turner herself, who said ‘Rebecca is so good, it’s scary’. Mick Fleetwood of the legendary Fleetwood Mac, said, ‘Rebecca is an amazing singer and performer, I was mesmerised... a night you’ll never forget.’ O’Connor recently headlined the Emirates Dubai Rugby 7s in front of 45,000 people, and 200 million TV viewers. Early bird tickets are available from National Opera House Wexford for €28/€25 or see Facebook @rebeccaoconnorastinaturner.