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Irish Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Times
Beyond the Pale festival to go ahead, organisers say after late doubts
Beyond the Pale festival, which is due to take place in Co Wicklow next weekend, is going ahead, organisers have said after doubts arose on Saturday about its fate. In a statement on Saturday night, the organisers said : 'it's unbelievably tough out there for independent festivals, venues, promoters, artists ... we all know that. Today we very nearly stumbled, ngl [not going to lie]. But the festival gods smiled upon us, and the fate of Beyond the Pale is secure for 2025, and for many years to come. 'Thanks for bearing with us today, thanks for all the messages and gestures of support ... and see you at Glendalough next week.' A report from The Currency on Saturday said a decision had been made to cancel the festival and the company Cupola Events Ltd run by Declan Forde would be liquidated 'effective immediately'. READ MORE However, a spokeswoman for the festival said on Saturday afternoon that the festival was not cancelled. This was followed up by the statement on Saturday night confirming that there had been some financial difficulties but stating the event would go ahead. [ How to stage an Irish music festival: Organisers have to prepare for the unexpected Opens in new window ] The music festival, scheduled for June 13th to 15th at Glendalough Estate, features a line-up including Jon Hopkins, Róisín Murphy, TV On The Radio, Broken Social Scene, Marc Rebillet and Boney M.
BreakingNews.ie
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- BreakingNews.ie
Organisers say Beyond the Pale festival going ahead after cancellation rumours
Beyond the Pale festival is going ahead according to organisers, despite earlier reports that it had been cancelled. Organisers are due to issue a full statement today following the confusion, as it was reported the festival had gone into liquidation. Advertisement The festival will go ahead next weekend at Glendalough Estate in Co Wicklow. Acts such as Roisin Murphy, Boney M and Ezra Collective are set to appear across the weekend. Suppliers and workers on site had reportedly been informed by organisers that the event was being cancelled, and some had begun work on taking down stages and infrastructure. Reports also claimed that the main stage was being taken down. Tickets remained available on the event's website as of Saturday morning — €268.95 for a three-day camping pass and €126.90 for a one-day ticket.
Irish Independent
6 days ago
- Health
- Irish Independent
Around the Districts: Laragh-Glendalough, Rathdrum and Roundwood
Brockagh Country Market (carboot) Don't miss our Market/Carboot in Laragh (A98 D3H1) on 8th June. All sorts of bargains and from gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, skincare products, candles, art, tools, household items etc. You might be a keen bargain hunter or enjoy browsing for affordable gifts. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Tea, coffee and food snacks are available. Our tasty Hot Dog and Burger is an affordable treat for the family lunch and for dessert and why not try a delicious homemade treat from our regular baker!! The barrier will be locked from 6pm Saturday evening until 8am Sunday morning. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600 (Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm) or email brockaghoffice@ All stallholders must pre book their space or no entry on the day. Public information meeting The Glenmacnass River is impacted by invasive and non-native vegetation which has badly degraded the banks and associated riparian habitat especially in the vicinity of Laragh bridge. Laragh/Glendalough Tidy Towns has received funding from LAWPRO to remove these non-native trees and shrubs from the islands and mill side riverbank in the vicinity of Laragh bridge. A Public information meeting will take place in Lynham's Hotel on 26th June at 7.30pm, where Ecological consultant, Faith Wilson, who prepared a report and invasive species management plan for the site, will present her findings and outline the steps needed to restore the river habitat to good ecological health. All are welcome and please bring a friend. St. Colmans Family Fun Day Have a family fun day out on Sunday 27th of July at 2pm in St. Colmans, Rathdrum. A fundraising event to benefit the residents of St Colmans. Raffle will be held on the day with live music and the wheel of fortune. Plus lots of other fun events on the day! Mobile library Next date: Thursday 12th & 26th June. A mobile comes to Laragh every second Thursday from 12.15 to 12.50pm and parks at the back of Lynhams Hotel. or contact staff on (087) 9135229. Free access to many online resources including ebooks, languages, magazines, downloadable audio books, newspapers and more. Glendalough Heritage Forum We are delighted to announce that Glendalough Community Excavations will return weekdays from 23rd June to 4th July. If you have an interest in archaeology and Glendalough it is a fantastic experience. We regret we cannot offer places to those under 18 this year. Adult places (subject to availability) are available from fixed blocks of two or three days. No prior knowledge of excavation is required and we endeavour to accommodate people of all abilities. For information and details of application please email glendaloughheritageforum@ RATHDRUM Avondale GAA Lotto - Results for Tuesday 27th May. No Jackpot Winner. Numbers drawn 3,6,8,10. Four match 3 winners €50 each: Kevin Fitzpatrick, seller online; Brendan Brady, seller Victor; Keith Hanlon, seller Catherine; Pj Rowley, seller Pj. Thank you for all your continued support. Next draw is on Tuesday 3rd June. Jackpot €2400. Tickets can be purchased on the clubforce app Gaelic Games For All - We are excited to announce the launch of our All Stars group at Avondale GAA Club an inclusive space for children with additional needs to enjoy Gaelic games no diagnosis needed. Who can join: Children from senior infants to 6th class all abilities welcome. What is it all about? Our goal is simply making Gaelic games accessible for every child focusing on fun participation and social inclusion(Not Competition) When: Saturday 10.30am till 11.30am. Pilot Programme: 10 weeks, starting in early June. Let's play, learn and grow together in an environment where every child shines! Please contact Darragh or Martina to register interest and secure a space for your child. If you are interested in helping out in any way, please let us know. Club Memorabilia - If Any one has any memorabilia Connected to the Avondale gaa club (Cups, Medals, Programmes etc) Can you please contact Sandra O'Shaughnessy on 083 3575421 or contact Victor O'Shaughnessy. Condolences - Avondale GAA would like to send its sincerest and heartfelt condolences to our club secretary Helen Penn on the passing of her father Roger over in England. Our thoughts and prayers are with Helen, Chris, Harrison, Kieran, Conor and extended family and friends. May Roger rest in Heavenly Peace.. Under 14 Blitz - Well done to these 11 amazing young men who represented Parnell Gaels in an U14 Blitz. This group is progressing with every game. Well done to all the parents for the early starts and also to Rocks for the welcome. Michael Dwyers Memorial Cup - Ahead of the Michael Dwyer 200 commemoration in August, Wicklow County Council have kindly sponsored the Michael Dwyer Memorial Cup. This match will be played between the U13 Clara Glens and Michael Dwyers teams, on Saturday 7th June, in Ballinacor at 3.30pm. Come and join us support these young lads, followed by a little celebration afterwards. Classic and vintage vehicle show Wicklow Vintage Club presents the Rathdrum Classic and vintage vehicle show on Sunday 8th June at Rathdrum Rugby Club Grounds A67XO45. Special attraction team engine on display. Registration at 11.30am. Opening to the public at 12pm. All money raised on the day will be going to Rathdrum Cancer Support and Wicklow Hospice and Friends of the Wicklow Community Service. Stall holders welcome on the day but need to book in advance by emailing wicklowvintageclubwvc@ Rathdrum Parish News Masses for the month of June in Clara Vale Church and Greenane - Sunday 8th June Greenane at 10am; Sunday 15th June Clara Vale at 9am; Sunday 22nd June at Greenane at 10am; Sunday 29th June at Clara Vale at 9am. Also in the Rathdrum parish church 6pm vigil mass on Saturday and 11.30am mass on a Sunday mass on public holidays and 9am mass on a Monday Wednesday Thursday and Friday and 9am Eucharistic service on Tuesday. Blessing Of The Graves - The blessing of the graves and the celebration of mass will take place in Greenane Cemetery on Sunday 8th June at 3pm and in Rathdrum Cemetery on Sunday 15th June at 3pm. Teas and Coffee After Mass - The second Sunday of the month tea and coffee will be available at the back of the church after the 11.30am mass All are welcome Thank you to the hospitality group for providing the refreshments. Rowing Around Ireland On behalf of the parish of Rathdrum we extend our very best wishes to four men. three from the parish of Rathdrum: Cormac Conroy, Michael Dowling and Diarmuid O'Briain; and Tom Nolan from Tinahely. The men are setting out next week weather permitting to row around Ireland and to break the present world record which stands at 32 days. More details to follow on their progress in due course. Condolences Condolences to Jean Maire, Cathal and Mairead McAdams and extended family on the sad passing of Jean McAdams. May she rest in peace. Your News Any group or organisation who wants to put notes in to the Rathdrum notes in the Wicklow People newspaper should forward the information via email to Sandyshaugh44@ or text/Whatsapp the message to 083 3575421 before 3pm on Sunday evening. ROUNDWOOD Music in Calary Music in Calary will be holding its annual piano festival between 11th and 20th June. This year we are delighted to host four concerts, and the performers are: Wednesday 11th June: Kalle Peura Saturday 14th June: Lorna Breen (soprano), Sarah Kilcoyne (mezzo) and Adam McDonagh (piano) Wednesday 18th June: Duo Lyrica (Fionnuala Moynihan, piano and Kieran Moynihan, flute) Friday 20th June: Macdara O'Seireadain (clarinet), David Kenny (viola), and Lance Coburn (piano) Music in Calary would like to thank Jeffers of Bandon for the hire of their Steinway piano and also Wicklow County Council for their support in enabling us to put on this concert. As usual, the concerts will begin at 8 pm with free parking available. If you would like to book tickets or for further information, please email derekneilson11@ or ring (01) 2818118. Tickets for each of the concerts are €18 and €15 for concessions and may be paid for by cash, cheque or card at the door. Local directory The Roundwood and District Community Council are compiling a local directory of all the organisations, clubs, associations, activities, etc., taking place in the Roundwood- Moneystown area. The details required include name of group/activities, contact name, contact number, email, website and similar details. A sentence about your group can be added if it's not obvious please! By submitting the details, you are consenting to having these details printed in a booklet to be circulated in the area. This local directory forms part of the Biodiversity Tidy Towns Group's 'Welcome Wings project' to help disseminate information to new and not so new residents! Please email the details to info@ or pop them into the Roundwood Lotto box above the ATM in Centra in an envelope marked Welcome Wings. Last date for receiving this information is Wednesday 4th June. Blessing of the graves Glendalough–Friday 13th June at 7pm; Roundwood–Friday 20th June at 7pm. Jenny's Pre-School Open Day Jenny's Pre-school Open Day for new children for September 2025 & 2026 takes place on Friday 6th June from 10.30 am to 11.30 am Active Retirement Next Bingo is in Annamoe Community Centre on Sunday 15th June at 3pm - all welcome. The 2025 membership is now due. The trip to Mayo is totally full now. Social Whist Result of whist held on Wednesday 28th May. Top Score: Jimmy Molloy. First Gent: Richie Cullen. Second Gent: Margaret Kennedy. First Lady: Catherine Doyle. Second Lady: Maura McHugh. First Half: Marie Magee. Second Half: Monica Brady. Lowest Score: Patricia Byrne. Longest Sitting: Tiny Shortt. Raffle Prizes: Margaret Kennedy, Ann Pierce and Marie Magee. Next Whist will take place on Wednesday 11th June starting at 8pm in the Parish Hall. Come along and enjoy a night of cards with us. Card game 45 Card Game is played every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at 8pm. Teas served. All are welcome. Local notes
