Your chance to take up the whistle with refereeing course
THE Louth Branch are seeking new referees for a beginners course being run by the FAI.
It takes place at Oriel Park on August 11 and 12th next.
The time for the course is 15 hours over two days. Courses generally run from 9am – 5pm. All participants must attend both days in full. The practical session will not involve any physical activity but it is recommended that you bring suitable clothing with you in case of inclement weather. You will be required to undertake, and pass, a 20 question exam on the Laws of the game. Bring a notebook & pen/pencil. Bring a whistle. Bring an open mind and lots of enthusiasm ! It’s for male and female, 16 years plus. The course will consist of 14 hours classroom tuition and a one hour outdoor practical session
Contact Stephen King, Email: referees@fai.ie.
Hannah lip sync
THE Hannah the Warrior Princess fundraising lip sync battle takes place in TLT on Saturday 16th June at 8pm sharp.
Tickets cost €20 can be bought from any cast member and also from the TLT.
RTÉ’s Céilí House at Highlanes Gallery
Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, Drogheda 2018 and Highlanes Gallery is delighted to welcome RTÉ Radio 1’s Céilí House to the gallery for an evening of traditional music and song on Thursday 7 June at 7.45pm.
Céilí House, RTE’s flagship traditional music series is presented by Co. Clare musician and former Stockton’s Wing band-member Kieran Hanrahan and has been broadcast into the homes of Irish traditional music and culture enthusiasts for over five decades.
Making a special broadcast ahead of the forthcoming Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2018 the evening programme will feature the cream of Drogheda and the North East’s traditional Irish music scene with performances by Zoë Conway and John McIntyre, Drogheda Comhaltas, Kern, Louth Youth Folk Orchestra, piper Darragh Ó Héiligh, singers Gerry Cullen and Noelle Bowe, trad/folk band Kern, and many others.
Tickets for the recording are free but must be reserved on Eventbrite.
The broadcast date for the programme is expected to be Saturday 23 June, RTE Radio 1 at 9.00pm
Couch to 50k cycling
Drogheda Wheelers Cycling club will be hosting a couch to 50k cycle starting on Wednesday 13th June.
This will coincide with National Bike Week (9th to 17th June) and is an event to get people out cycling.
Spins will be on a twice a week basis starting off with a short cycle and increasing in distance every week over 10 weeks. On the last cycle of the last week it is hoped that everyone will cycle the East Meath Cycle Tour (50k) as a group.
Anyone interested in taking part can message the club on the Drogheda Wheelers Facebook page, Phone Colin on 087-2540217 or email colin. bell@droghedawheelers.ie
Top gig in Droichead
THERE are quite a few top gigs listed for this summer around Drogheda - but can any match the Droichead Arts Centre on Saturday July 14.
The exceptional Carolan brothers, Gene, Stephen and James will perform live with former Voice of Ireland winner Pat Byrne and local soul and pop artist Saoirse.
The Carolan Brothers need little introduction at this stage - true craftsmen, they are a distinctive and unique combination of harmonies.
They will have some classics on the night and a selection of original material written by Pat Byrne and the brothers.
Pat Byrne can sing the Blues with the best of them and he has - not surprisingly - been put in the mould of Joe Cocker.
Pat is currently based in Austin, Texas, where he is recording his second studio album and tours in the US.
Saoirse Kavanagh’s music has been influenced by the sounds of artists like Jessie Ware, Lianne La Havas and Joss Stone to name a few. She released her debut single ‘Strong’ in March .
Niamh Kavanagh’s Illegals in concert
The Illegals are taking their unique Rumours of Hotel California show on the road for another turn in 2018 to celebrate two classic rock albums from two iconic rock bands.
Led by Niamh Kavanagh, she of the mesmerizing voice and mischievous spirit, The Illegals will take you on a journey for three hours of soulful harmonies, exciting riffs, blistering guitars and unforgettable songs. Songs like “Gold Dust Woman”, “Last Resort”, “Go Your Own Way”, “Life In The Fast Lane”, “Dreams”, “New Kid In Town”, “The Chain” and “Hotel California” – and many more.
They play the Droichead Arts Centre on Friday 29th June at 8pm.
Campbell dance
Now in its 15th successful year, the Campbell Academy are delighted to announce their return to the Droichead Arts Centre for their Sumer Showcase, with an exciting show of Irish Dancing performed to traditional & modern music. A lively and entertaining show guaranteed for all the family.
It’s on Saturday 23rd June at 7pm.
New garden
THE official opening of the Augustinian Garden of Remembrance will take place on July 1 at the 1.15pm mass. It will be opened and blessed by Augustinian Provincial Fr John Hennebry OSA and the gospel choir will perform on the day.