Kilkenny Reporter 18th May 2011

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WEDNESDAY MAY 18 2011

The ‘Chinese takeaway’ that fetched more than €200k! Antique vases break auctioneer’s record bid again »P2

Timely donation saves blushes as the tap runs dry

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Exclusive: Pat Moore

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RAG TRADE UNDERGOES A TRANSITION Gemma Long and Niamh Phelan, Dunnamaggin with designer Joan Brennan during St Brigid’s College’s eclectic fashion show »P16

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Heard the one about organising a party in a brewery? You’re not going to believe this...

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KILKENNY REPORTER 18 05 2011

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Chinese takeaway fetches a whopping â‚Ź200k! Money pours in as teapot goes for over â‚Ź60k in record auction JIM RHATIGAN KILKENNY REPORTER.IE

IT WAS a case of made in China, bought in Dublin for a few hundred Euros and sold back to China for a whopping ₏200,855. That was the lot of a beautiful pair of Chinese vases which attracted worldwide attention at local auction rooms. The pair of Daoguang Famille Rose period vases dated from 1820 to 1850. They were bottle vases in the shape of bulbs. They were decorative imperial vases which were exquisitely crafted in China. For a time their home was in an antique shop in Francis Street in Dublin but last Thursday they were the prize pieces on offer at an Asian auction at Sheppard’s Auctioneers in Durrow. The vibrant enamel work had a beautiful turquoise background. There was huge interest in the Chinese beauties which were

The two Chinese antique vases that made more than â‚Ź200k at auction, after being bought for a few hundred Euro in Dublin

auctioned by Michael Sheppard. Internet interest was exceptional with potential buyers on alert in the US, the UK, France, Switzerland and China. There were three telephone bidders, one on the net and one Chinese gentleman who was in the auction room. After intense bidding the vases were knocked down to a London-based Chinese agent who was acting for a businessman in China. He was a ‘phone bidder. The vases were on their way home. Price was â‚Ź170,000 plus fees and

VAT which saw the ďŹ nal cost rocket to over â‚Ź200,000. It was a record price for Chinese pieces at Sheppard’s, beating last year’s â‚Ź132,000 for vases, again paid by a Chinese. A three-day international auction had aroused huge interest, attracting enquiries from 46 countries. And Philip Sheppard recalled that last Christmas, in Sheppard’s Auction Rooms at the heart of Durrow, a teapot had sold for â‚Ź60,000. Perhaps a sign that money will always pour in for rare pieces.

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18 05 2011 KILKENNY REPORTER

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KILKENNY REPORTER 18 05 2011

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All photography: Pat Moore Carrigleade’s challenging and varied 18-hole parkland par 58 course

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Stunning — Graignamanagh’s beautiful setting, on the shores of the RIver Barrow make it an idylic spot to visit

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EWSPAPERS, Capri Sun containers, and fertilizer bags were just some of the unusual materials used to make outfits for a Kilkenny fashion show. Transition Year students from St Bridgid’s College, Callan held the event to showcase the designs they had created with Kilkenny fashion designer Joan Brennan. The first half of the show featured students modelling a range of spring/summer clothing from Fuse, Sisley, Vila, Monsoon, A|wear, Pauls and Jeutonic Bridal Wear. The second half opened with a striking Barbie-style ball gown with a pink satin bodice and a voluminous skirt made out of white

plastic bags. Next down the catwalk was a white cocktail dress with pearl detail that had been made out of a skirt. Two dresses fashioned out of newsprint and a glamorous knee length cocktail dress made from of Capri Sun containers stole the show and earned the loudest cheers from the audience. Black sacks were also a popular choice and were used to form a variety of geometric shapes and add dimension to a number of stunning garments. Painted bin liners, coke cans, sheets and bed covers were used to dazzling effect to create outfits that wouldn’t have looked out of place on any catwalk. Old clothes were also brought right up to date including a floral print dress that once belonged to a student’s grandmother, a blazer that was updated to 2011

with the addition of straps to the front and a bridesmaids dress that was adapted to look distressed. For the finale all Transition Year students took to the catwalk in debs dresses chosen from a selection of Kilkenny shops. Congratulating the girls at the end of the show their year head Claire Bradfield told them that they were the best 4th year class that she ever had. “I didn’t have to shout once. They are the best ever and are absolutely stunning,” she said. The students thanked Karen Morrissey of Hype Model Management for her help in getting them catwalk ready and Joan Brennan for helping to inspire them and for giving them the tools to put their creations together. MC for the show was Transition Year student Joanne Cushen.

Models showcasing both off-thepeg designs by Fuse, Sisley, Vila, Monsoon, A|wear, Pauls and Jeutonic Bridal Wear and (left) some of the designs made using ‘found materials’, with the help of Joan Brennan Pics: Pat Moore

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Fashion fit for a Duchess at ‘Dress Me’ charity show

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HE world famous designer of Kate Middleton’s wedding dress was just one of the celebrated designers whose clothes featured in a fashion show in Kilkenny. Sarah Burton, who designs for Alexander McQueen and created the dress worn by the Duchess of Cambridge for her recent wedding to Prince William, had a number of her creations showcased at the event. The ‘Dress Me’ fashion show which raised more than €1,400 for the Samaritans, also featured the best of summer fashion 2011 by a number of other high end lables including Tommy Hilfiger, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Catherine Andre, Almost Famous, Charo Azcona, Nina Austin, Matilde Cano, Hunters & Gatherers and Lucidez. Over 150 outfits from Cummins & Stone, Muse, Orchid, The OC Style Revolution and Tommy Hilfiger boutiques in nearby Waterford were modelled during the show. All money raised will go directly to support The Samaritans. They provide confidential non-judgemental emotional support, 24 hours

Just some of the stunning models and sumptuous dresses, formal and summerwear on show at the ‘Dress me’ charity fashion show, hosted by Meubles Furniture, Kilkenny Retail Park Pics: Pat Moore

a day for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which could lead to suicide. You can contact the Samaritans 24 hours a day, seven days a week

by telephone: 1850 60 90 90, or email at jo@samaritans.org ‘Dress me’ was hosted by Meubles Furniture and was held in their premises in Kilkenny Retail Park.

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Shop of the week JELLIETOTS Playcentre, Unit 10, Loughboy is a fun and friendly indoor playcentre for children. It’s a wonderful concept that combines state-of-theart indoor play, organised children’s activities, party rooms and a wholesome family restaurant offering delicious snack cuisine for all the family. Toddler mornings are held from 10.30am to 11am throughout the week with ‘Nursery rhyme karaoke’

on Mondays, ‘Pre-school jigsaw making’ on Tuesdays, ‘Toddler face painting’ on Wednesdays, ‘Toddler disco morning’ on Thursdays and ‘Storytime at Jellietots’ on Fridays.

Facilities at the centre also a include one of the t most challenging playframes p in Ireland. It has h sections suitable for toddlers t up to the age of three and children up to the age of 12. Open seven days a week normal play is restricted to 120 minutes at all times. Adult entry is free at all times and children under two are free if accompanied by a paying child.

THE best of iconic dance movies ‘Grease’ (1978) and ‘Dirty Dancing’ (1987) will be brought to the stage in Kilkenny this coming Sunday with ‘The Grease & Dirty Dancing Show’. It will showcase all of the hit songs from both movies. This all-singing, all-dancing show will have theatre goers up and out of their seats from start to finish. The show comes to the Watergate Theatre for one night only so be sure to get your tickets early so that

you will not be disappointed. Put on your dancing shoes, maybe even your ‘Pink Ladies’ outfit or ‘T-Birds’ leather jacket and get ready to have the time of your life! Show starts 8pm. Tickets €20/€17.50 are available at the box office or by calling(056) 7761674. The show is performed by four leading singers/dancers from London’s West End and is supported by a live band. This dance spectacular brings the West End right to your doorstep.

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Book of the week ‘LITTLE Bee’ by Chris Cleave is a book the writer wants you to read without knowing anything about it beforehand. It’s a truly special story and it will be spoiled if you know how it unfolds. Nevertheless, you need to know something, so the publishers have admited: “It is extremely funny, but the African beach scene is horrific. The story starts there, but the book doesn’t. And it’s what happens afterwards that is most important. Once you have read it, you’ll want to tell everyone about it. When you do, please don’t tell them what happens either. The magic is in how it unfolds.”

Product of the week IF you are looking for something to entertain small children throughout the summer you won’t do much better than this play table. Suitable for children aged 18 months and over it comes with dual wells for both sand and water play and includes a funnel activating water wheel and a five piece accessory set with one cup, one funnel, one strainer and one paddle wheel with holder and umbrella. It’s the perfect height off the ground to allow children to play easily and the umbrella provides great shelter from the sun. And the good news is there’s minimal assembly involved in putting it together!

Pub of the week CHRISTY’S Bar, Patrick Street, has one of Kilkenny’s largest beer gardens and is an ideal spot for any type of function. It is owned and run by the well-known Morrison family. The head of the family, Christy, is a Cork man who has been living and working in Kilkenny for more than thirty years. The bar follows his long-time love of horse racing and many meetings throughout the country

and further afield can be viewed there. It is also a popular venue for viewing many other sporting events from soccer to GAA, all of which are shown on large plasma screen TVs. It also has all the major sporting channels from Racing UK to Setanta Sports. The beer garden is a popular spot with customers and has great shelter for those occasions that can sometimes be spoiled by Irish weather. There is a large BBQ area with ample seating.

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Owned and managed by the Murphy family for more than 40 years, the Castle Arms Hotel in nearby Durrow, Co Laois is a haven for the discerning dinner guest who will appreciate its relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Excellent food, both A la Carte and Table d’Hote, combine to make your visit to their restaurant a pleasant and d memorable one.

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3pm 3 in the O’Murchu Bar. The menu m changes everyday with the t chefs creating a special menu m using fresh ingredients to t enhance your meal. A la Carte is served from 3pm to 9pm while a Table 3 d’Hote menu is available to d guests on Saturday evenings. g The hotel also offers some great room rates so if you are g heading there for a meal you h could ld always make a night of it and stay over.

THE first solo exhibition by Kilkenny artist Corinna Ryan runs in the Watergate Theatre, Upstairs Gallery until Friday, June 10. ‘Dystopian Landscape’ is based on trips the artist made to nearby man-made landscapes. Sources of inspiration include a rubbish dump, a derelict building and other landscapes containing discarded rubbish. Rubbish is part and parcel of the cycle and detritus of life.

By focusing in on close-ups of rubbish in situ and also through playing with the notion of adding some quirky or interesting items such as a doll and chair to one of the paintings, the artist attempts to encourage the viewer to look at and think about rubbish in a different way, by making the invisible visible. Perhaps it is worth taking a closer look at what we consider rubbish in a new way, at what is thrown away and why?

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Fundraiser of the week THE Alzheimers Society Kilkenny are taking part in the Stoneyford 10K Challenge this coming Sunday. Everyone is welcome to come and help them raise funds. For sponsorship cards and entry forms ring Ruth/Margaret on (056) 7771230 or drop into the Alzheimers Day Centre in the Care Doc premises on the Waterford Road. The Race starts in Stoneyford Village at 12.30pm. There will be €1,000 in prizes along with

numerous spot prizes, goodie bags for all finishers and refreshments after the race. Sponsorship cards will be collected on the day or can be returned to the Alzheimer Day Care Centre in the days before or after the race. Entry fee is €10 for walkers and €20 for runners. All fundraising done in Kilkenny makes a difference to the lives of people living locally. Without the generosity of the people of Kilkenny the service would not be in place.

Gig of the week IT’S the gig everyone has been waiting for! New Kilkenny band ‘Souls’ play their debut gig this coming Saturday in the Set Theatre. The band is made up of Clive Barnes on lead vocals and guitar, Billy Dalton (Kerbdog) on bass guitar, Sean Doyle on guitar and vocals and Darragh Butler (Kerbdog/Wilt) on drums. Interest in Souls has been gathering pace since they

released a rehearsal teaser on Facebook at the end of April. The word on the street is that they are a high energy alternative rock band with a raw dirty rock feel and they are here to shake things up. And, while their sound is very definitely their own, they would not seem out of place on the same line-up as Queens Of The Stone Age, Helmet or Soundgarden. Support is from ‘Reko’ and ‘The Kilo 1977’. Tickets: €10.

Something for Sunday JERPOINT Park offers a range of activities in a very special destination not far from Thomastown. Immerse yourself in a national monument, where the lost town of Newtown Jerpoint, a deserted medieval town, was founded near a crossing point on the River Nore. The site contains the standing remains of St Nicholas’s Church and a domestic tower, a fine 14th century medieval tomb effigy and the wellpreserved outlines of burgage plots,

some of which contain the remains of house platforms.

Experience the special ambience of the house and grounds, where you can relax and enjoy the spectacular setting; where delicious homemade delights are served in tea rooms to valued guests. Enjoy the superb private fishery on the estate, where salmon and brown trout have been fished for many generations. Whether you come on your own, with friends, or bring your children, there is an activity for everyone to enjoy.

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After Dark, Matt the Miller’s @ 10pm Trad Night, Cleere’s @ 9.30pm

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Cellar Sessions, Matt the Miller’s @ 8.30pm The Kilkennys, Paris Texas @ 9pm

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Movie Night, Billy Byrne’s @ 8.30pm Open Mic Night, Ryan’s @ 9pm

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Pete Fagan and Band, Matt the Miller’s @ 10pm Trad Night, Ryan’s @ 9pm Na Fianna, Lanigan’s @ 9pm

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The Briars, The Field @ 9pm Trad Night, Cleere’s @ 9.30pm

The ‘Callan’s Got Talent fundraising concert is on at The Friary, Callan, Saturday May 28

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Bollywood charms and fantastic food make for right Royal charity night

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The Grease and Dirty Dancing Show, Watergate Theatre @ 8pm The O’Dwyer Brothers, Kyteler’s Inn @ 6pm The Barflies, The Pumphouse @ 9pm American folk with the Duvets, Cleere’s, 7pm9pm

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FILM ATTACK THE BLOCK Director Joe Cornish We are soon to be invaded. Unfortunately not by the vicious aliens that populate this ďŹ ne debut by Joe Cornish but the mindnumbing rubbish of Transformers 3 and Pirates 4 3D. Instead of succumbing to the football results of their titles please go see this little gem which was made for the price of one of Johnny Depp’s ringlets. It tells the tale of a bunch of hoodies in South London who after mugging a nurse are attacked by a strange creature. They kill it brutally but soon the same fate is visited upon them as they are chased by frightening monsters from another planet. Now they must defend their block but more scarily they must escape the attentions of the local police and drug dealers who are also out to get them. What Joe Cornish has done is thrown together the worlds of social realism and the high concept blockbuster. After being mugged himself in his neighborhood he fashioned from the experience this exciting plot. He then consulted with community groups in his area and learned the street language in order for the dialogue to be authentic. Most of the actors are unknown besides Nick Frost and they were involved in tweaking their parts during ďŹ lming. At ďŹ rst the way they talk is as dense as ‘The Wire’ but you soon begin to understand this mish mash of hip hop, video game terms and patois. Since this is a genre piece you feel like you too are in as alien a world as the creatures that run about. Cornish achieves this through making the familiar look odd. The tower block seems like a spaceship, the area maps like strange symbols and their bicycles sci-ďŹ vehicles. It is this visual sense which is most striking and each

action sequence is lovingly crafted. He made his name in England with the late night ‘Adam and Joe Show’ which included brilliant little sketches involving toys spooďŹ ng movies. However he is deadly serious in his intent here and what was most surprising was not just the gore but how scary it was at points.

This is a proper ‘Creature Feature’ like ‘Gremlins’ or ‘Aliens’ which doesn’t reference them but instead uses their example to create something as original and thrilling. The young actors will hopefully have a long career after this too since many of them really shine. The fact that they are from the

areas that the ďŹ lm was shot makes this possibility even more heartening. The subtext about social deprivation creating real monsters is quite radical for a mainstream ďŹ lm which usually uses young males in hoodies merely as a shorthand for evil. So I beg you to see this ďŹ lm

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28 GOWRAN ATHLETICS CLUB GOWRAN CLUB COACHES Liam Kealy is a Level 2 coach and has done courses in all athletics events. He specialises in middle and long distance, hurdles, shot putt, discus and triple jump. Liam was Team Manager for the Irish Cross Country Teams from September 1996 to December 1999. John Lennon is a Level 2 coach and has done courses in all athletic events. He specialises in Race Walking. John has competed for Ireland in the event, notably winning a silver medal in the over 45 age group in the European Masters Indoor Walk Championships in 1999. Later that year, he was a member of the Irish team that won Bronze medals in the World Masters Road Walking Championships in Sheffield, England. Denis Cormack is a Level 1  Coach. Denis has competed with the Irish Army team and ran the marathon in the world military championships in Rome, Italy. John Connolly is a Level 1 Coach and has done courses in all events. John specialises in sprints. Edward O’Mahony is a Level 1 Coach. He specialized in decathlon and knows all events inside out. He still competes in Master events today.

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A mighty oak from a tiny acorn From its humble origins, this proud club now nurtures the talents of over 120 members, from all walks of life and age groups — from 7 to 72!

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Join the millions ďŹ nding their feet in a great sport

Clockwise from main image: Officials and athletes before training; Ted Drea at the high jump; Sean O’Neill takes a leap into the unknown and (inset bottom left): Sophie Parkinson with her medals from the shot putt at the All Ireland Junior Indoor Track and Field Championship in Nenagh Pics: Pat Moore

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ATHLETICS — HISTORY OF TRADITION, FROM ANCIENT GREECE TO EGYPT

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hen you participate in athletic events, you are participating in sports reaching back through the entirety of human history. Â The sports which form the core of modern athletics - running, jumping, javelin throws - have been practiced by humans since prehistoric times. Early depictions of athletic events have been found in ancient Egyptian tombs, with illustrations of running and high jump found in tombs dating back to 2250BC. Arguably the most famous athletic competitions of ancient times took place in Ancient Greece, the birthing

place of the Olympic Games. The ďŹ rst Olympic Games only included a single event, a short race the length of a stadium. Over time, these ancient games grew to include jumping, javelin throw and discus throw. We have the ancient Greeks to thank for the word ‘athletics’, derived from the word ‘athlos’, which means contest or task. Ireland’s own history with athletic sports also dates back thousands of years: the Tailteann Games, an ancient Celtic festival, are believed to date as far back as 1800BC. This annual meet included running and stone-throwing - believed to be the precursor of the modern hammer throw - among its

sporting events. Modern athletics as we know them today began to gain popularity in the 19th century, with the earliest recorded meeting taking place in England in 1840. Soon after, athletic associations were formed in various countries around the world, including the United States, and the sport became standardised and regulated by the late 1800s. The ďŹ rst modern Olympic Games in 1896 included an athletics competition, and the athletics competition remains one of the most important elements of the Summer Olympics today.

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Tips and tricks to help you get started: • Don’t rush it. Even if it has been a while since you last exercised, don’t let that put you off - ďŹ tness levels can be built up gradually. But don’t be tempted to take on more than your body can handle, as the experience would likely be exhausting, painful, and could put you off for life rather than encourage you. • Try to schedule in your running time in advance, preferably with a day of rest in between sessions. A set schedule can help you stick to your plans, and help with motivation. • Variation can help keep your runs exciting. Take some time to plot a few different routes in your local area, so you can mix up your runs and avoid running the same route every evening. • Set yourself a goal, such as participating in a 5k or 10k. Having a clear goal in mind can do wonders for motivation, and the sense of accomplishment you’ll  feel after crossing the ďŹ nish line on your ďŹ rst race is incomparable. • Take care of yourself. When you’re starting out, it is perfectly normal to feel some twinges or muscle pain after a run, but if the pain is lasting or severe, stop running and consult a doctor before you continue. • Join a club or a group. Running may be an individual sport, but that doesn’t mean you have to do it all alone.

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R-up Hugginstown United; Division 1 Cup Morrissey Motors. Three other trophies were decided early this week, Floodlit Cup, Floodlit Shield, and Div ision 2/3 Cup. Player of the year trophies for each division will also be given out. The Division 1 League trophy will from this season be known as the James Tynan Memorial Cup in memory of little James who passed away last year James was son of Pauline and Brendan Tynan. The trophy will be presented by James’ mother, Pauline.

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attempting a world record

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Freshford welcomes Fleadh Cheoil JIMMY RHATIGAN JRHATIGAN@KILKENNYREPORTER.IE

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Siamsóiri Kilkenny junior Irish entertainment group, performing at Edinburgh Castle during a recent trip to Scotland. They are members of Osraí CCE and will perform at the opening concert of the County Fleadh

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