The anniversary will be celebrated through a number of new expeditions, exhibition’s, publications and documentaries. The exhibition is on loan to the Athy Heritage Centre, Shackleton museum in Athy from the world famous Fram Museum in Oslo, Norway, will use the centenary to present a broader story of Shackleton, the much-admired Antarctic explorer, in a special exhibition at the museum and in this accompanying book.  In the exhibition you can read about all of Shackleton’s Antarctic expeditions, in addition to his personal life; his voyage on Discovery with Robert F. Scott and Edward Wilson, the successful Nimrod Expedition, the Endurance Expedition and his often-forgotten Ross Sea Party and finally his death during his 1922 voyage on the Quest. The story of Shackleton’s life is fully illustrated with more than three hundred photos and maps from many of the Shackleton archives around the world.

24/05/2019

Top class programme includes the Weatherbys Ireland Greenlands Stakes (Group 2). 1st race approx 4.55pm.

Gates open 3.30pm

Tickets can be bought at www.curragh.ie/tickets

Who is going to June Fest next month??

June Fest is a four-week festival including live music, theatre, cinema, visual arts, heritage, food, community events, horse racing, and more!

For more info, visit June Fest Newbridge

Friday, 21st June: Making an Entrance: Sean Rooney
7PM, Entrance Hall, Castletown House
Tickets €15 www.eventbrite.ie

Sean began playing piano at the age of 23 and has won several first prizes and awards in national competitions. Sean is returning to Castletown with a programme of his own piano favourites; the pieces which inspired him to start playing and some familiar tunes we all know and love.

Saturday, 22^nd June: Chapterhouse Theatre presents Pride and Prejudice

6pm, Back Lawns, Castletown House, Celbridge, Co. Kildare

Tickets (€14 – €56): www.eventbrite.ie

Take a step back in time with Chapterhouse Theatre Company to meet Elizabeth Bennet, Jane Austen’s notorious heroine. When Elizabeth meets the terse and abrupt Mr. Darcy, she loathes him at first sight. But is there more to him than meets the eye? Brought to life by award-winning writer Laura Turner, this adaptation has been a favourite of Chapterhouse audiences for years and will be a joy to perform in the company’s 20^th year of touring. Join friends and family for an evening of theatre beneath the stars, basking in the glow of this timeless classic.

Looking for Things to do in Kildare ? Redhills Adventure is set on what was once an old working farm only a few kilometers from Kildare Village, just off the M7 and under 35 minutes from the Red Cow roundabout.

We aim (no pun intended) to offer you an action-packed day out with a range of different to the norm, fun and safe activities. Our activities are land based soft adventure that are suitable for all fitness levels and interests.

We are open all year-round, Monday to Sunday for group bookings for eight or more and individuals can join our open tag gaming sessions every weekend so you don’t need a group.

Escape the Ordinary with a day out at Redhills Adventure Kildare!

Award winning and multi-platinum selling band Keywest will kick off Naas Racecourse’s Summer Racing & BBQ Season on Wednesday 26^th June.

The Summer BBQ’s are held in our BBQ Pavilion located adjacent to the parade ring. The BBQ Package includes admission to the races,  a race card, BBQ meal, reserved table for the day and access to live music from Keywest after racing.

The first race goes to post at approx 6.00pm, the last race is at approx 9.00pm and music will commence just after the last race. Admission Tickets are just €15, Student Tickets & OAP Tickets are €9, the BBQ Packages is €42 and the Beer & Burger package is €30. All mentioned Ticket options include access to the Keywest concert after racing. Visit www.naasracecourse.com to find out more information or to make a booking.

Summer BBQ and Racing will also take place on Saturday 6^th July and Wednesday 24^th July.

Looking for Things to do in Kildare ? Redhills Adventure is set on what was once an old working farm only a few kilometers from Kildare Village, just off the M7 and under 35 minutes from the Red Cow roundabout.

We aim (no pun intended) to offer you an action-packed day out with a range of different to the norm, fun and safe activities. Our activities are land based soft adventure that are suitable for all fitness levels and interests.

We are open all year-round, Monday to Sunday for group bookings for eight or more and individuals can join our open tag gaming sessions every weekend so you don’t need a group.

Escape the Ordinary with a day out at Redhills Adventure Kildare!

Naas Racecourse has launched a new initiative which aims to encourage locals to embrace their local racetrack and to connect with the local community in a meaningful way. The Naas Town Goes Racing programme will include various activities over the next few months which incorporate the local community including an art competition for schools and a Naas Tidy Towns competition sponsored by Caragh Nurseries and Naas Racecourse. Local traders will also be invited to reserve a pop-up unit at a reduced rate at the track to promote their business at The Naas Town Goes Racing Day on Saturday, 6th of July. The day itself will feature top class racing and will include lots of activities for families and children including face painting, novelty mascot characters, live music and a BBQ.

NAAS RACECOURSE LAUNCHES NEW INITIATIVE NAAS TOWN GOES RACING!

Kilkea Castle is thrilled to announce their Summer Series 2019 featuring Keith Barry, Brian Kennedy and Mundy.

Spend the night at Kilkea and enjoy one of these incredible acts with accommodation packages beginning at €199.

For tickets, visit www.kilkeacastle.ie/calendar…/summerseries-at-kilkea-castle/

Keith Barry – Wednesday 24th July

Brian Kennedy – Wednesday 14th August

Mundy – Wednesday 11th September

Looking for Things to do in Kildare ? Redhills Adventure is set on what was once an old working farm only a few kilometers from Kildare Village, just off the M7 and under 35 minutes from the Red Cow roundabout.

We aim (no pun intended) to offer you an action-packed day out with a range of different to the norm, fun and safe activities. Our activities are land based soft adventure that are suitable for all fitness levels and interests.

We are open all year-round, Monday to Sunday for group bookings for eight or more and individuals can join our open tag gaming sessions every weekend so you don’t need a group.

Escape the Ordinary with a day out at Redhills Adventure Kildare!

Kilkea Castle is thrilled to announce their Summer Series 2019 featuring Keith Barry, Brian Kennedy and Mundy.

Spend the night at Kilkea and enjoy one of these incredible acts with accommodation packages beginning at €199.

For tickets, visit www.kilkeacastle.ie/calendar…/summerseries-at-kilkea-castle/

Keith Barry – Wednesday 24th July

Brian Kennedy – Wednesday 14th August

Mundy – Wednesday 11th September

Festival goers can expect a weekend filled with hit after hit as Ireland’s greatest musicians take to the stage with fan favourites from The Stunning’s “Brewing Up A Storm” , The 4 of Us’ “Mary” , Jerry Fish’s “Celebrate”, The Frank and Walters’ “After All” to Declan O’Rourke’s “Galileo” alongside many more! Saturday 24 August The Stunning headline The Playing Fields on Saturday 24 August following a brilliant 2018 which saw the band release a number one album “Twice Around the World”, two singles which burnt up the radio and a host of sold out shows and headline slots at festivals. The Stunning are most definitely back, sounding as fresh as ever. Joining The Stunning on Saturday 24 August 2019 are The Frank and Walters and Jerry Fish. One of Ireland’s most recognisable alternative rock bands, The Frank and Walters continue to sell out venues across the UK, Europe and the US, and their records, both new and classic, sell worldwide. Jerry Fish, who has released a catalogue of hits from his multi platinum selling albums, brings his famously energetic performance to The Playing Fields stage. Sunday 25 August Northern Irish legends The 4 Of Us are set to headline The Playing Fields on Sunday 25 August. The 4 Of Us shot to early fame with their debut album “Songs for the Tempted”, which featured the massive hits “Mary” and “Drag My Bad Name Down”. The 4 Of Us were recently listed No.7 in TV3’s ‘Top 10 Best Irish Bands Of All Time’ and the Murphy brothers have notched up an enviable catalogue of timeless songs, including six top 20 Irish charting albums. Declan O’Rourke, The 2 Johnnies and the Dublin Gospel Choir will also take to The Playing Fields festival stage along with headliners The 4 Of Us on Sunday 25 August. Declan O’Rourke, a dynamic performer, is a highly successful multi platinum selling Irish artist who has released 5 hugely successful albums and performs sold out tours across the country and abroad. The 2 Johnnies who are best known for their comedy sketches and songs about all things Irish are not to be missed – they’ve racked up over 8 million views on their YouTube channel, with every episode of their podcast going to No.1 in the Irish charts and sold out shows around the country. Last but not least, Dublin Gospel Choir will uplift and energise with powerful voices and rich harmonies sure to raise the roof and leave their audiences shouting for more. Booking/Listings Information THE PLAYING FIELDS Clane GAA Grounds, Co. Kildare. 24 & 25 August 2019 Doors 4.00pm on Saturday 24 August Doors 2.30pm on Sunday 25 August.

€39.50 (one day)/€69.50 (two day)

Website: www.theplayingfields.ie      Facebook: theplayingfieldsfest       Twitter: @TPFFest     Instagram: theplayingfieldsfest

Looking for Things to do in Kildare ? Redhills Adventure is set on what was once an old working farm only a few kilometers from Kildare Village, just off the M7 and under 35 minutes from the Red Cow roundabout.

We aim (no pun intended) to offer you an action-packed day out with a range of different to the norm, fun and safe activities. Our activities are land based soft adventure that are suitable for all fitness levels and interests.

We are open all year-round, Monday to Sunday for group bookings for eight or more and individuals can join our open tag gaming sessions every weekend so you don’t need a group.

Escape the Ordinary with a day out at Redhills Adventure Kildare!

Kilkea Castle is thrilled to announce their Summer Series 2019 featuring Keith Barry, Brian Kennedy and Mundy.

Spend the night at Kilkea and enjoy one of these incredible acts with accommodation packages beginning at €199.

For tickets, visit www.kilkeacastle.ie/calendar…/summerseries-at-kilkea-castle/

Keith Barry – Wednesday 24th July

Brian Kennedy – Wednesday 14th August

Mundy – Wednesday 11th September

Culture Night is an annual  public event that celebrates culture, creativity and the arts. This year Culture Night Kildare celebrates its 10^th anniversary and we plan to celebrate it with an even bigger and greater programme.

It will take place on Friday 20th September 2019 and, exclusively in county Kildare, also on Saturday 21^st and Sunday 22^nd. On Culture Night Weekend, arts and cultural organisations and venues of all shapes and sizes, including national cultural institutions, local groups and heritage sites, extend their opening hours to allow for increased access to the public and special and unique events and workshops are specifically programmed at participating locations. Everything is available free of charge.

Culture Night happens because many people share a vision and enthusiasm for enjoying, celebrating and promoting creativity and culture. In addition to single events, Kildare County Council are also supporting community projects that will contribute to the promotion of the programme in the weeks prior to Culture Night. They must involve local groups (such as GAA clubs, schools and so on) and produce a visible outcome in one or more town’s centres. The projects selected will be awarded with a €500 prize.

Kildare County Council support all these groups coordinating the programme, sharing information and knowledge and covering some of the costs.

Every organisation or group is invited to plan their own event and to promote them locally. If you or your group would like to take part don’t hesitate to get in touch. We can help you find the right venue or the right group.

The deadline to register an event or a community project is Friday June 14th.

For further information or help you can contact Kildare Culture Night Coordinator, Federica Petronilli (Email: culturenightkildare@gmail.com, Tel: 083 1698936

Looking for Things to do in Kildare ? Redhills Adventure is set on what was once an old working farm only a few kilometers from Kildare Village, just off the M7 and under 35 minutes from the Red Cow roundabout.

We aim (no pun intended) to offer you an action-packed day out with a range of different to the norm, fun and safe activities. Our activities are land based soft adventure that are suitable for all fitness levels and interests.

We are open all year-round, Monday to Sunday for group bookings for eight or more and individuals can join our open tag gaming sessions every weekend so you don’t need a group.

Escape the Ordinary with a day out at Redhills Adventure Kildare!

Looking for Things to do in Kildare ? Redhills Adventure is set on what was once an old working farm only a few kilometers from Kildare Village, just off the M7 and under 35 minutes from the Red Cow roundabout.

We aim (no pun intended) to offer you an action-packed day out with a range of different to the norm, fun and safe activities. Our activities are land based soft adventure that are suitable for all fitness levels and interests.

We are open all year-round, Monday to Sunday for group bookings for eight or more and individuals can join our open tag gaming sessions every weekend so you don’t need a group.

Escape the Ordinary with a day out at Redhills Adventure Kildare!

Looking for Things to do in Kildare ? Redhills Adventure is set on what was once an old working farm only a few kilometers from Kildare Village, just off the M7 and under 35 minutes from the Red Cow roundabout.

We aim (no pun intended) to offer you an action-packed day out with a range of different to the norm, fun and safe activities. Our activities are land based soft adventure that are suitable for all fitness levels and interests.

We are open all year-round, Monday to Sunday for group bookings for eight or more and individuals can join our open tag gaming sessions every weekend so you don’t need a group.

Escape the Ordinary with a day out at Redhills Adventure Kildare!

Looking for Things to do in Kildare ? Redhills Adventure is set on what was once an old working farm only a few kilometers from Kildare Village, just off the M7 and under 35 minutes from the Red Cow roundabout.

We aim (no pun intended) to offer you an action-packed day out with a range of different to the norm, fun and safe activities. Our activities are land based soft adventure that are suitable for all fitness levels and interests.

We are open all year-round, Monday to Sunday for group bookings for eight or more and individuals can join our open tag gaming sessions every weekend so you don’t need a group.

Escape the Ordinary with a day out at Redhills Adventure Kildare!

Looking for Things to do in Kildare ? Redhills Adventure is set on what was once an old working farm only a few kilometers from Kildare Village, just off the M7 and under 35 minutes from the Red Cow roundabout.

We aim (no pun intended) to offer you an action-packed day out with a range of different to the norm, fun and safe activities. Our activities are land based soft adventure that are suitable for all fitness levels and interests.

We are open all year-round, Monday to Sunday for group bookings for eight or more and individuals can join our open tag gaming sessions every weekend so you don’t need a group.

Escape the Ordinary with a day out at Redhills Adventure Kildare!

Looking for Things to do in Kildare ? Redhills Adventure is set on what was once an old working farm only a few kilometers from Kildare Village, just off the M7 and under 35 minutes from the Red Cow roundabout.

We aim (no pun intended) to offer you an action-packed day out with a range of different to the norm, fun and safe activities. Our activities are land based soft adventure that are suitable for all fitness levels and interests.

We are open all year-round, Monday to Sunday for group bookings for eight or more and individuals can join our open tag gaming sessions every weekend so you don’t need a group.

Escape the Ordinary with a day out at Redhills Adventure Kildare!

Looking for Things to do in Kildare ? Redhills Adventure is set on what was once an old working farm only a few kilometers from Kildare Village, just off the M7 and under 35 minutes from the Red Cow roundabout.

We aim (no pun intended) to offer you an action-packed day out with a range of different to the norm, fun and safe activities. Our activities are land based soft adventure that are suitable for all fitness levels and interests.

We are open all year-round, Monday to Sunday for group bookings for eight or more and individuals can join our open tag gaming sessions every weekend so you don’t need a group.

Escape the Ordinary with a day out at Redhills Adventure Kildare!

Looking for Things to do in Kildare ? Redhills Adventure is set on what was once an old working farm only a few kilometers from Kildare Village, just off the M7 and under 35 minutes from the Red Cow roundabout.

We aim (no pun intended) to offer you an action-packed day out with a range of different to the norm, fun and safe activities. Our activities are land based soft adventure that are suitable for all fitness levels and interests.

We are open all year-round, Monday to Sunday for group bookings for eight or more and individuals can join our open tag gaming sessions every weekend so you don’t need a group.

Escape the Ordinary with a day out at Redhills Adventure Kildare!