The Cottage Market, Newbridge

The monthly Cottage Market, which takes place in the beautifully restored Newbridge Town Hall, on the first Saturday of every month, is a celebration of the wonderful home grown, home baked and homemade produce available in the local community. The first market of the year will be a celebration of St. Brigid and there will be cross-making demos as well as an opportunity to meet the Goddess herself!

Weaving St Brigid’s Crosses; visitors are welcome to the Solas Bhríde Centre, Tully Road, Kildare Town anytime from 10.30 to 12.00, where participants will have the opportunity to weave a St Brigid’s Cross. This is a free activity.

Traditions and Customs; Revisiting some of the traditions and customs associated with St Brigid and their relevance today. 14.30-16.30, Solas Bhríde Centre, Tully Road, Kildare Town. Admission: €10 incl tea and coffee

Eucharistic Celebration at St. Brigid’s Well, followed by refreshments at Solas Bhríde Centre, Tully Road, Kildare Town

Harp Recital; Come and enjoy a taste of Ireland’s unique harping heritage with Sarah Freeley. 14.30- 15.30, Solas Bhríde Centre, Tully Road, Kildare Tow

Where have all the insects gone?; Practical steps on how to make gardens pollinator friendly presented by Juanita Browne of the Natural Biodiversity Data Centre. 10.00-12.00, Solas Bhríde Centre, Tully Road, Kildare Town. Admission €5 incl tea and coffee

Annual Celtic Lecture: “This Sacred Universe”; At the Heart of Religion and Science, presented by Niamh Brennan, MA, M.Ed. 20.00-21.00, Kildare Education Centre, Friary Road, Kildare Town. This is a free event. Sponsored by Kildare Education Centre. Enquiries to Kildare Education

Centre 045 530200 or office@eckildare.ie 

Sacred Dance; Experience harmony, peace and joy as we move gently into Spring, presented by Solas Bhríde team. 10.30-12.30, Solas Bhríde Centre, Tully Road, Kildare Town. Admission: €10 incl tea and coffee

St Brigid of Ireland in Europe- a Conversation, presented by Liam Kenny, local historian. 19.30 21.00, Solas Bhríde Centre, Tully Road, Kildare Town. This is a free event.

Every Thurs
€19
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Fire and Water: a Prayerful Reflection, presented by Noreen Ramsay. 10.30-11.30, Solas Bhríde Centre, Tully Road, Kildare Town. Admission: €5 incl tea and coffee

Floral Art Demonstration, presented by Enda Thompson Phelan AOIFA. 14.00-16.00, Solas Bhríde Centre, Tully Road, Kildare Town. Admission: €10 incl tea and coffee

“In Ainm Bhríde”/ “In Brigid’s Name”; an evening celebrating our local poets, writers, musicians and dancers. 19.00, Kildare Town Library. Enquiries to Kildare Town Library 045520235 or kildarelib@kildarecoco.ie

Racing and Rugby at Naas Racecourse

8 Feb 2020

We are also showing the Ireland V Wales Rugby match around the enclosure.

Gates open – 11.30am

First race – 1.05pm

Last Race – 4.32pm

General Admission €15 (includes a €5 discount voucher for our next racemeeting)

Golden Ticket €30 (admission, racecard, €5 bet, €5 drink, €10 food voucher)

We are sure to see some Cheltenham hopefuls racing here on the day.

Afri Justice and Peace Conference; “Rekindling; Revitalising; Re-wilding; Restoring”. 9.50-16.30, Solas Bhríde Centre, Tully Road, Kildare Town. Booking essential; admin @afri.ie or 01 8384204. Full

details of the conference are available on www.afri.ie

Fallons Bar & Restaurant in Kilcullen specialises in smaller intimate weddings for up to 120 people, and they are hosting a wedding showcase on Wednesday 12th February. Come and see the venue and get your possible questions answered. One lucky couple attending the showcase will also win a Valentine’s day dinner at Fallons.

Every Thurs
€19
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They join us for the first time. The Beatty Brothers playing in venues across Ireland. This multi talented duo play everything in style

From Raglan Road to Nous Undourma to Michael Jackson back to playing the sax with the current dance tunes.

If you’ve not seen this act this is ideal night to see them do not miss out on this guys We assure you you will not be disappointed

Free entry.

Kevin O’Driscoll is a Musician/Singer-Songwriter/Guitarist/Drummer from Ireland who enjoys writing and recording his own songs.

Enjoy live music in Patrick’s bar every Saturday night from 9.30 till late!

Whether you’re coming to dine in Season’s restaurant, have a quick bite from our bar food menu or just have a couple of drinks in Patrick’s bar it’s a great place to enjoy a night out.

Every Thurs
€19
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THE FLAT IS BACK! We are delighted to be opening the Irish Flat Season for the fourth year running. The meeting is one of the most anticipated fixtures in the flat calendar. The Lodge Park Stud EBF E press Stakes will take centre stage on the day. This year we are delighted to welcome Plusvital, Irish Equine Supplement company on board to sponsor the Devoy Stakes (listed race) and a two year old EBF Maiden.

Looking for ideas for Mothers Day this year? Book into our Panoramic Restaurant on Sunday 22nd March and treat your mother to a VIP day at the races with a four course meal and great views! Our Panoramic Package is just €69.00pp and includes admission, racecard, four course meal and a reserved table for the day.

Tony Savino is a local artist singing songs from the Great American
Songbook. Tony is a passionate performer of great hits by stars such as
Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Nat King Cole and other artists of that era.

Enjoy live music in Patrick’s bar every Saturday night from 9.30 till late!

Whether you’re coming to dine in Season’s restaurant, have a quick bite from
our bar food menu or just have a couple of drinks in Patrick’s bar it’s a
great place to enjoy a night out.