Kildare Diary

Kildare Diary

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Notices published in chronological order!

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Teach Tearmainn, Kildare town

Women's Refuge

Working to end domestic violence

Support, information, short-term accommodation for women and children victims

Phone: 045 527 584

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Naas Local History Group.

Illustrated Talk: "The great Curragh Escape ..."

a dramatic war-time incident in mid- Kildare,

presented by Michael Rowley.

Tuesday, 1st September, 8pm, Town House Hotel.

All welcome.

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Ryston/Newbridge Bowling Club

starting new season early September.

We meet twice a week, Tuesday afternoons and Thursday mornings.

New members welcome. First week free.

For further information call Bernadette 087 922 6491 or Pat 086 841 7233

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Monasterevin Tidy Towns Talk

by local historian Barry Walsh

Wednesday, the 2nd of September 8:00-9:30pm (doors open 7:30pm)

Baronial Hall, Moore Abbey, Monasterevin

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meeting for Residents of the Kilcullen and surrounding rural areas.

to discuss concerns around community safety, crime prevention, communication and support for vulnerable residents.

introducing the new Cairdre Community App on the night.

Muintir Na Tire will be in attendance on the supports and resources available to our community.

Date: Wednesday 02 September 2026

Time: 7.30pm

Venue: Kilcullen GAA Hall (R56 YX81)

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The third-last event in our very successful Straffan Market and Car Boot season
takes place next Saturday, September 5th.

We open for buyers at 08.45 and finish at 12.30.

Yet again, we will have over 70 stalls selling a wide variety of products at bargain prices

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Blessington Country Fete

in aid of St Mary's Church Blessington and St Johns Ballymore Eustace

Saturday 5th September

in St Kevins Hall Blessington from 12 to 4.

Lots on offer Bric a Brac, Cakes and Treats, BBQ, Plants, Pre Loved Clothes, Bottle Stall and Raffle.
Novelty Dog show at 1pm with classes to include Waggest Tail, Junior Handler, Fancy Dress
to mention a few.

Entry on the day is €5 per adult and kids are free.

Entry includes tea/coffee and cake. Dog show has free entry.

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Naas Photography Group Open Night

8th of September, 7.30 pm

Luisne Centre McCauley place, Sallins Road, Naas.

New members welcome. No fancy equipment required just an eye for photos. Come down joins us for some refreshments and a chat about the many different workshops, competitions, guest speakers and group outings we run throughout the year.

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The Castledermot Local History Group has a talk coming up on the 10th of September.

Carlow Sugar Factory: A legacy and a loss!

Speaker: Christopher Power, M.D.

8pm: Teach Diaramada, Thursday the 10th of September.

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Autumn Resolution – Act Now! Introductory Course on Philosophy & Meditation

Only €25 for 10 Week Term!

A 10-week course, focusing on how to live our lives more truly and happily will commence in The Rathaskar Room, McAuley Place, Naas, W91 D62E, at 7.30pm on Thursday 24th September 2026.

Full details of the Course and Registration is via the website here
or phone 01 660 3788 or email info@practicalphilosophy.ie

Open to all and no previous knowledge of the subject is necessary – everyone is welcome!

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Cpr courses for the farming community

Rathangan First Responder's are running free CPR courses, they usually time 7pm to 9.30 ish.
You will learn: Scene safety, Call for help, Difference between Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest,
Treatment for both, Compressions, Rescue breaths with and without barrier device,
Use of Aed(defibrillator), Recovery position, Choking relief.
All practiced on Adult, Child and infant manikin.

You will receive a Irish Heart Foundation certificate, valid for 2 years.
This is a very worthwhile course.

Please contact: Pat 086 8529482 whattsapp, text or Rathangan First Responder's Facebook page.

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Become a Newbridge SVP Meals on Wheels Volunteer Driver

Could You Spare a Little Time to Make a Big Difference?

Every weekday, Newbridge SVP Meals on Wheels Service delivers 55–60 hot meals
to older members of the community. For many recipients, this visit provides
not only a nutritious meal but also a friendly face, reassurance
and an important connection with the outside world.

To help continue this vital community service, Newbridge SVP is seeking
volunteer drivers.

Please contact Kathleen O'Connor, Manager on 045 433 184,
or call into the Day Care Centre, Station Road, Newbridge (W12 FT73) for further information.

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ContacShare Food, the Newbridge Parish food bank, is appealing for donations of food.

Share Food has been operating in Newbridge for 13 years
and distributes 120 food parcels each week to people in need.

The group welcomes all kinds of tinned and packaged food as well as toiletries.
Donations can be given at collection points in Newbridge at Dunnes Stores, Tesco and SuperValu,
as well as at St. Conleth’s, Cill Mhuire and Dominican churches.

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Kilcock & Newtown Parish and Cooleragh Staplestown Parish

Pilgrimage to Lourdes.

Mon, 5th Oct. for 4 nights,

Contact the Parish office info@kilcockandnewtownparish.ie for cost details

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