SUNDAY, AUGUST 13

CASTLEBRIDGE SHOW

Preparations are well under way for the 77th annual show. Make sure and check out the show’s new Facebook page or, if you have any queries, email castlebridgeshow@gmail.com.

LITTLE FESTIVAL AT THE BIG HOUSE

See yesterday’s entry.

RATHANGAN PATRON AFTER MASS

The Rathangan patron takes place today at the old cemetery after 11 a.m. Mass. The new cemetery patron is on Tuesday, August 15.

WHITEHCURCH STEAM RALLY & VINTAGE DAY

The annual Whitechurch Steam Rally & Vintage Day takes place on Seamus Kane’s farm in Whitechurch outside New Ross on Sunday, August 13 from 1 p.m.

This much loved annual event features steam engines, vintage tractors, cars and machines, a working forge, dog show and more. You can also sample colcannon, pigs feet, griddle bread etc.

The day offers people a window into rural life of old. The previous night a barn dance takes place with music by Theresa & The Stars.