SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22
THE ASK CHRISTMAS CONCERT
The first Ask Christmas Concert will be held this year in aid of Pieta House. The National Opera House will host an evening of collabortion from some of Wexford’s finest musicians including the Ocelots, Basciville and the Man Whom, all featuring orchestral arrangements written and directed by Liam Bates and performed by his orchestra. Tickets from 053 9122144. 8 p.m.
CHARITY GIG FOR HOMELESSNESS
The Crown Live will host a charity gig later this month to raise money for the Wexford branch of the society of St Vincent de Paul and the Simon Community. The gig will take place on Saturday, December 22, and will feature some of Wexford’s foremost music acts including Niall Cash; Tierney; Mark Walsh; Fin Winner and the Famous Séamus. Doors will open at 8 p.m. and tickets, priced €10, are now available at the Crown and also by email at: saculdypuffinproductions@gmail.com. The proceeds from the event will be split between the two aforementioned charities.
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Gorey Choral Group and friends annual Christmas Concert will take place in Gorey Library, at 3 p.m. Take a break from the Christmas shopping and join in for a seasonal mix of music and readings, including a piano performance by Darragh Gilleece, finishing off with a recital from the Gorey Choral group. There will be tea or coffee and mince pies.
DECLAN O’ROURKE IN ST IBERIUS CHURCH
To celebrate the re-release of his classic 2004 debut album Since Kyabram, O’Rourke will take members of the original band back to Wexford this December 22nd for a nostalgic and uplifting show. Tickets at €27 from lantern.ie
BREE CAROL SINGING
Bree Youth Club’s annual Carol Singing in aid of Hope will take place on after Mass. Hot chocolate and refreshments will be available afterwards.
CHRISTMAS JUMPER NIGHT IN KILRUSH.
Kilrush camogie club invites you to their Christmas jumper night fundraiser in Codds public house in Kilrush. A great night of music and fun to be had with a prize for the best Christmas jumper on the night plus door prizes. Donations on the door all support greatly appreciated.