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SUMMARY:Melting\, Moving\, Mesmerising exhibition by Mary Clarke
DESCRIPTION:This latest exhibition of new work by Navan based artist Mary Clarke explores the themes of climate change and the environment. Mary’s collection of vibrant\, layered and abstracted images confronts the viewer\, both subtly and directly\, to provoke a reaction. Her work engages with the audience’s imagination\, to stimulate conversation\, in the hope of igniting positive action.Presented by Meath County Council Arts Office\, this collection of thought-provoking photographic prints\, collage and works on paper runs until the 28th May 2025.
URL:https://kellsawaits.ie/event/melting-moving-mesmerising-exhibition-by-mary-clarke/
LOCATION:Toradh 2 Gallery\, Kells Courthouse Arts\, Tourism and Cultural Hub\, Headfort Place\, Kells\, Meath\, A82 RY62\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition
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ORGANIZER;CN="Meath County Council Arts Office":MAILTO:Gerardette.bailey@meathcoco.ie
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SUMMARY:Live Music May Bank Holiday @ the Headfort Arms
DESCRIPTION:Live in The Lounge – May Bank Holiday Weekend!  \n\n\n\nJoin us for a weekend full of great music\, great vibes\, and great company at The Headfort Lounge! \n\n\n\n Fri\, May 2nd – Anthony Packenham at 8PM\n Sat\, May 3rd – Eddie Quinn at 10:30PM\n Sun\, May 4th – Brendan Jermyn at 9PM \n\n\n\n Don’t forget to kick things off with our T.G.I.F. offers – it’s the perfect way to start your long weekend on a very positive note!\n\n\nTGIF May Bank Holiday 2025
URL:https://kellsawaits.ie/event/live-music-may-bank-holiday-the-headfort-arms/
LOCATION:Headfort Lounge at Headfort Arms Hotel\, Headfort Place\, Kells\, Co. Meath\, A82 D2C1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Headfort Arms Hotel":MAILTO:info@headfortarms.ie
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SUMMARY:Live Music @ O'Connor's Bar
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URL:https://kellsawaits.ie/event/live-music-declan-mccahey/
LOCATION:O’Connor’s Bar\, Farrell Street\, Kells\, Meath\, Kells\, Meath\, A82 R7N3\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Summer Bread Baking Experience
DESCRIPTION:The summer is the best time to visit Martry Mill as it’s bright and the mill is warm(er). During July and August\, we will be opening every Saturday. \nOpen Saturdays for bread baking experience\, includes tea/coffee/cordial\, bread tasting\, talk\, tour\, milling demonstration\, Q&A\, baking 1 loaf of brown bread to take home with freshly stoneground wholewheat flour per group/couple. \nWe will hold a Bread Baking Experience every Saturday during July and August. This event will start at 3pm and will require advance booking. This includes: \n\nTea\, coffee & bread tasting\nTalk about milling and the history of Martry Mill\nMill tour and demonstration\nBread baking class – bring home your own loaf of freshly baked brown bread!\n\nThere will be two types of tickets available via Eventbrite: \n\nGroup Ticket: €40\nCouple Ticket: €30
URL:https://kellsawaits.ie/event/summer-bread-baking-experience/
LOCATION:Martry Mill\, Martry\, Kells\, Meath\, A82 HP93\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Martry Mill":MAILTO:martrymill@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250508T123000
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SUMMARY:Wellness Workshop
DESCRIPTION:SOS and the Kells Family Resource Centre invite you attend a half day Wellness Workshop\, an opportunity for you to take time out for yourself and learn a wide range of practical tips\, tools and techniques that you can use in your everyday life to improve your own wellness. \nTopics covered in the workshop include: \n• relaxation and stress management \n• feeding the Wolf of Hope \n• the relationship between thoughts and emotions \n• how to develop a wellness toolkit and daily wellness plan \n• a tool to help you find balance in everyday life \nWellness Workshops are informal and relaxed. They are facilitated by people with both lived life experience of mental health struggles\, and people with experience of working in the area of mental health. A comprehensive Wellness Workbook to support you in maintaining your daily wellness is included and refreshments will be provided. \nThere is no cost to attend however there is a refundable booking fee of €10 (or €5 if you are in receipt of a social welfare payment\, are a student or are over 65 – to access the discounted rate\, please apply the promo code WELL5). If the refundable booking fee is a barrier to you attending the programme\, please contact us at info@suicideorsurvive.ie and we will waive the fee. \nOnce the programme has finished\, please email info@suicideorsurvive.ie so we can facilitate the return of your deposit. If you enjoyed the programme\, we ask that you consider leaving your booking fee as a donation. This will support SOS to continue to deliver our suicide prevention and mental health promotion programmes throughout Ireland.
URL:https://kellsawaits.ie/event/wellness-workshop/
LOCATION:Kells Resource Centre\, Kells FRC Community Hub\, Carrick St.\,\, Kells\, Meath\, A82 Y308\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Suicide or Survive":MAILTO:info@suicideorsurvive.ie
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SUMMARY:Dunderry Fair
DESCRIPTION:On the street trades and skills of times gone by are demonstrated by those for whom it was once a daily chore. Basket making\, butter making and hand spinning are on display. Also we have farm animals on show. Cows\, horses\, donkeys\, sheep\, pigs and even turkeys have appeared at Dunderry Fair previously and some are for sale. So be prepared for some traditional haggling if you fancy bringing home a new addition! \nAnd it is not just farm animals you could be bringing home. Every year our matchmaker performs his magic and brings together couples who are looking for some romance. There is no better place in Ireland to find your true love than Dunderry Fair. \nCenter piece to Dunderry Fair is the main stage. Music is played here all day long with a platform provided so be sure to bring your dancing shoes! In the field adjacent to the main street you will find the trade stands and carnival rides. So whether you are young or old and looking for a bit of craic you will be sure to find it at Dunderry Fair \nGENERAL ADMISSION: €15  |  5-18: €5  |  UNDER 5: FREE  |  ALL PROCEEDS GO TO CHARITY
URL:https://kellsawaits.ie/event/dunderry-fair/
LOCATION:Co. Meath
CATEGORIES:Fair Day,Festival
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SUMMARY:The 2025 Blue Jean Country Queen Festival
DESCRIPTION:Blue Jean Country Queen Festival – Athboy🎶 Dust off your boots – it’s time to dance! \nSaddle up for one of Ireland’s best-loved country music festivals! The Blue Jean Country Festival gallops into Athboy this weekend with live bands\, line dancing\, jiving competitions\, family fun\, food trucks\, and that legendary country spirit. Expect toe-tapping tunes\, great craic\, and a warm welcome. \nThe weekend will feature live music\, family-friendly entertainment and the coronation of the 2025 Blue Jean Country Queen. This year we have 21 Queens\, selected from counties all over Ireland (including 5 from regions of County Cork). We also have a Queen from New Zealand. \n📍 Athboy\, Co. Meath📅 Friday 30th May – Monday 2 June🎟️ Tickets available on-site and online \nBring your blue jeans\, bring your friends\, and let the good times roll! \nEvents Blue Jean Country Queen Festival 2025
URL:https://kellsawaits.ie/event/the-2025-blue-jean-country-queen-athboy-meath/
LOCATION:Co. Meath
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250530T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250530T230000
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UID:2210-1748620800-1748646000@kellsawaits.ie
SUMMARY:International Red Flag Festival June 2025
DESCRIPTION:Come together under the international banner of The Red Flag Festival 2025 in Navan Co Meath\nThis Red Flag Festival\, held annually in Meath where Jim Connell was born\, celebrates the achievements of the trade Union movement and reflects on the challenges it faces in the ongoing struggles for its aims across the world. It is locally based but internationally focused; engages with everyone in attendance.
URL:https://kellsawaits.ie/event/international-red-flag-festival-june-2025-navan-meath/
LOCATION:SIPTU Dan Shaw Centre\, Dan Shaw Road\, Commons Rd\, Navan\, Meath\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Spanish Cheese & Wine Virtual Evening
DESCRIPTION:Kevin Sheridan & Enrico Fantasia will host a special Spanish Virtual Cheese & Wine Evening Friday\, 30th May 2025\, 8pm-9.30pm \nOne ticket is suitable for one to four people. \nThe selection of specially selected cheese & accompaniments along with specially selected Wine will be sent to the participants a few days before the event. Participants can then log on to Microsoft teams which will also be sent a few days before the event where Kevin & Enrico will chat through the wines and cheeses as well as answering all your questions\, the atmosphere will be fun and educational. \nTicket cost €70 plus €10 for shipping to participants. \nA teams link to the class will be sent to the email address provided in ‘order notes’\, please enter upon check out. Therefore if this is a gift please include the recipients email and address. \nYour Cheese & Wine Pack will not be shipped until a couple of days prior to the event\,  this is to ensure our cheese is in optimum condition for the night.
URL:https://kellsawaits.ie/event/spanish-cheese-wine-virtual-evening/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sheridans Cheesemongers":MAILTO:info@sheridans.ie
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250531T170000
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SUMMARY:Loughcrew Viking Festival
DESCRIPTION:Loughcrew Estate & Gardens\, in collaboration with Fingal Living History Society\, proudly presents the Loughcrew Viking Festival! Following the huge success of the “Vikings Are Back” event in 2024\, this year’s festival promises to be even bigger\, bolder\, and more immersive. \nExperience Viking Life Like Never Before! \nJoin Fingal Living History Society\, experts in accurate\, interactive medieval and Viking reenactments\, as they bring history to life through combat displays\, traditional crafts\, and hands-on activities. \nIncluded in Your Ticket: \n\nLive Viking Battles & Combat Displays\nInteractive Craft & History Exhibits\nHave-A-Go Archery (all ages) & Axe-Throwing (18+)\nTake-Home Viking Souvenirs for kids\n\nFood\, Facilities & Visitor Info \n\nFood & Drinks available at Lime Street Coffee Shop\nWheelchair Accessible & Dog Friendly (on a lead)\nOn-Site Parking & Restrooms Available\nAnnual Garden Tickets do not cover entry\n\nJoin in for a day of history\, adventure\, and family fun!
URL:https://kellsawaits.ie/event/loughcrew-viking-festival-oldcastle-meath/
LOCATION:Loughcrew Estate & Gardens\, Loughcrew Estate\, Oldcastle\, Meath\, A82 X4Y1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Family Event,Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fingal Living History Society":MAILTO:info@flhs.ie
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250531T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250531T170000
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UID:2276-1748703600-1748710800@kellsawaits.ie
SUMMARY:Summer Bread Baking Experience
DESCRIPTION:The summer is the best time to visit Martry Mill as it’s bright and the mill is warm(er). During July and August\, we will be opening every Saturday. \nOpen Saturdays for bread baking experience\, includes tea/coffee/cordial\, bread tasting\, talk\, tour\, milling demonstration\, Q&A\, baking 1 loaf of brown bread to take home with freshly stoneground wholewheat flour per group/couple. \nWe will hold a Bread Baking Experience every Saturday during July and August. This event will start at 3pm and will require advance booking. This includes: \n\nTea\, coffee & bread tasting\nTalk about milling and the history of Martry Mill\nMill tour and demonstration\nBread baking class – bring home your own loaf of freshly baked brown bread!\n\nThere will be two types of tickets available via Eventbrite: \n\nGroup Ticket: €40\nCouple Ticket: €30
URL:https://kellsawaits.ie/event/summer-bread-baking-experience-2/
LOCATION:Martry Mill\, Martry\, Kells\, Meath\, A82 HP93\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Martry Mill":MAILTO:martrymill@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250531T230000
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CREATED:20250422T181933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T181933Z
UID:2213-1748707200-1748732400@kellsawaits.ie
SUMMARY:International Red Flag Festival June 2025
DESCRIPTION:Come together under the international banner of The Red Flag Festival 2025 in Navan Co Meath\nThis Red Flag Festival\, held annually in Meath where Jim Connell was born\, celebrates the achievements of the trade Union movement and reflects on the challenges it faces in the ongoing struggles for its aims across the world. It is locally based but internationally focused; engages with everyone in attendance.
URL:https://kellsawaits.ie/event/international-red-flag-festival-june-2025/
LOCATION:SIPTU Dan Shaw Centre\, Dan Shaw Road\, Commons Rd\, Navan\, Meath\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250531T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250531T213000
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CREATED:20250529T134046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T134046Z
UID:2711-1748721600-1748727000@kellsawaits.ie
SUMMARY:Dusk Walk along Killyconny Bog Path
DESCRIPTION:Discover the bird life in Killyconny Bog Walk. \nMeet at Rantavan end of Killyconny Bog Lane at 8:00 p.m. \nBring your wellies\, binoculars and torch. \nTea and refreshments served. \nFinish by 9:30 p.m. \nTo book\, phone Tom on 087 758 5023.\nOrganised by the Killyconny Bog Project Committee.
URL:https://kellsawaits.ie/event/dusk-walk-along-kilconny-bog-path-mullagh-cavan/
LOCATION:Co. Meath
CATEGORIES:Guided Tour
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