BANTRACHT NA TUAITHE Limerick Federation ICA Notes Week ending August 4th

Limerick Lace Class at An Grianan

Geraldine Cahalane , Ballyhahill,Marian O'Callaghan,Ballyhea (lecturer).  ,Anne Gabbett,Mungret.back row Carol O'Keeffe,Askeaton,Julia Ryan, Glin,Mary Moloney Drombanna,Rebecca O'Neill, Quin.Joan Hayes, Maureen Barry Feenagh also attended

Kilmallock Show 26th july

There was a wonderful display of cakes at Kilmallock flower garden  and home baking show held on 25th and 26th of July.

Many members of Kilmallock ICA  are to the fore in organising this great show

 Pictured are the show organisers  .Betty O'Connor, Myra Leahy, Mary O'Riordan

THE DALES AND LAKE DISTRICT:-

“Though changed, no doubt, from what I was when first

I came among these hills; when like a roe

I bounded o’er the mountains, by the sides

Of the deep rivers, and the lonely streams,

Wherever nature led me “

                                      William Wordsworth

The beauties of the Lake District made famous by Wordsworth are only a short trip away.

On Monday Sept 10th Limerick ICA ladies will travel by coach to The Dales and Lake District and return again on Friday Sept14th. If you are interested in joining the group please give your names to Kathleen Griffin 061- 394241/0872172225 The cost of the trip is €439 which is very good value for the complete package.

LIMERICK LACE:-

Limerick Federation was delighted to continue the revival of the craft of Limerick Lace at Limerick Week in An Grianán. Having organised some very successful Classes in 2011, the Federation Officers decided to continue the good work. Limerick Lace teacher, Marian O Callaghan travelled from Ballyhea Co Cork to take the class. Seven ladies from Limerick and one from Clare took part. It was hard work but well worthwhile. They also took the opportunity to visit the museum at the entrance to the college where they viewed the magnificent collection of lace, crochet, Mountmellick work etc.that is preserved there. The museum has some very fine examples of limerick lace so it was nice to experience this link with the craftworkers of the past. The group enjoyed the class and are very privileged to have such a dedicated teacher in Marian O Callaghan. It is hoped to continue with the classes in the Autumn and if anyone would like to learn the craft please contact Annette Long , Craft Officer with Limerick Federation at 061 343314

HORSE SHOW RDS:-

Are you planning to go to The Horse Show which takes place this year from 15th to 19th of August the   good news is- there is a special deal for ICA members on Wed. August 15th. Liz Wall , National President also plans to attend the Horse Show on that day.

€21 Adult Admission plus a seat in Main Arena

€15 OAP Admission plus free seat in Main Arena

Group of 10 or more get an additional 10% Discount6 on the above

Further information available on www.horseshow.com/cateventsall.html:

For individual booking please call Erica Elliot 012407227

Or for group booking contact Rebecca at An Grianán 016680002

HARVEST & HERITAGE FAIR 2012

The Harvest and Heritage Fair will take place at An Grianán on Saturday Aug 25th from 1pm till late.

There are many fun events planned for the day and parking is free to ICA members who show their membership cards at the gate.

Visit the Love Irish Food Hall featuring your favourite Irish Brands.

Enjoy The Family Fun Stalls

Enter the Harvest Queen and Bonny Baby competitions

Visit the Handmade goods and craft stalls

Watch the ICA Demonstrations

Bring your own home grown and home made produce and crafts and enter the competitions

The Autumn Collections Fashion Show will take place from 5 -7pm and some pop up fashion  shops will attend during the day

To finish off the day A Dinner and Barn Dance will take place from 7.30 till late.

The cost of the full day is €35 and if you wish to stay overnight Bed and Breakfast is available for an extra €45

For booking call An Grianán at 041 9822119


SHOWS:-
ICA Guilds are reminded that it time to start planning those entries for Cappamore and Limerick Shows 
Cappamore Show takes place on Sun. Aug 18th and members are asked to make a facinator or a stylish hat so we look forward to some wonderful creations.   Limerick Show will be held on Aug 25 and26 and you are reminded that catalogued entries must be in before Aug 7th and late entries will be taken up to Aug 24th.For further information contact Limerick Show Office at 061 355298