CASTLEMAINE

ST PATRICKS DAY PARADE

The 2017 St Patricks Day Parade for Castlemaine Village will take place on Friday, March 17th at 12 Noon, Commencing from Flynns Yard, Castlemaine. The Killorglin District & Pipe Band will lead our Parade for its 5th staging.

All Schools/Clubs/Groups/Businesses & Individuals are, as ever, most welcome to come and take part in our Parade, with Registration on the Day!

FREE Childrens Entertainment including Bouncy Castle, Face-Painting & Puppet Show. Medals/Awards For ALL Participants in the St Patricks Day Parade & there will be Live Music Throughout The Day in Castlemaine Village.

More Info on our Facebook page at : St Patricks Day Parade Castlemaine!Tidy Towns:Castlemaine Tidy Towns Committee will hold a Clean-Up in Castlemaine Village on Saturday, March 11th at 10:00am in preparation for our St Patricks Day Parade in the locality the following Friday. It’s important to have our area looking at its best for the big day!

All help on the morning would be much appreciated, with everyone asked to gather at The Quay (Beside River Maine) before commencing the Clean-Up.

MAINE VALLEY FRC

Parents Plus Parenting when separated: A 6 week course, practical parenting course. Supporting parents to manage behavior problems and create positive family relationships.

Empowering Parents Support Group: Are you a parent of a child with special needs? If you would like to be part of a support group. Please get in touch. Support Group running in Spring 2017.

Coping with loss and change: Is a 6 week course aimed at supporting people to deal with loss/ change in their lives. For example, bereavement, separation, illness, unemployment, children leaving home etc.

Let=92s talk about going to secondary school: Using storytelling, art, games and discussion the facilitator will create a fun relaxed atmosphere where children have the chance to explore their fears and excitement around the big change that is coming. Every child will be encouraged and supported in identifying their own strengths, so that they can build upon them to empower them in facing change.

6 Class Pupils Workshop: 2 Day Workshop. Spring 2017.

Parents Workshop: Running on Wednesday 29 March 2017.

Wellbeing Course: As a community, we care for each other, but we make little time to focus on ourselves and our own well being. This short course will give you an opportunity to learn how to care better for you.

Workshop is running on Thursday 9th March 2017 from 7 — 9.30 p.m. 6 Week Course To Follow.

Committee Skills: Is a 4 week course to help your community organisation run more effectively and efficiently.

Course running on Thursday 2nd, 9th, 16th & 23rd March 2017 from 7 to 9.30 p.m..

All the courses are FREE, we just ask for a contribution towards refreshments If you are would like to have more information or to register, please contact Maine Valley Family Centre on 066 9767833 / 086 0580019 or mainevalleyfrc@ eircom.net.