West & Mid Kerry Live issue 359

Corca Dhuibhne Beo West & Mid Kerry Live

San Eagrán Seo / In This Issue

Pg 6: Nutrition with Irene

Pg 10: Farming News

Pg 15: From the 1911 Census in West Kerry

Pg 18: Notes of a Ukrainian in Ireland

Pg 25: Dingle Community Games

Pg 29: Dingle Cookery School Recipe

Pg 35: Léargas an Lae: An Bualadh Bos Seasta

Pg 36: Live Music Listings

Pg 38: SHU Creative Writing

Pg 41: It's All In The Mind

Pg 44: Crosfhocal Sean-Nós

Pg 45: Ó Mhárthain

Pg 46: Crossword

Pg 47: Classifieds

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IONAID LEIGHIS / MEDICAL CENTRES:

Clinic Cois Abhann, The Mall , Dingle 066 9151465

Ionad Leighis An Daingin, The Mall, Dingle 066 9152225.

DingleDoc, Spa Rd, Dingle V92K282 066-9152346 / 066-9152324

Castlegregory Medical Centre, 066-7139226 Mon-Fri, 9:00am to 5:00 pm Saturday, by appointment.

Annascaul Health Centre, Annascaul 066-9157227, SouthDoc: 0818 355 999 for all calls between 6.00pm to 8.00am

Killorglin Health Centre, Killorglin, Tel: 066 976 1284

Cronin, Dr Ann, Beach Tree Lodge, Market St, Killorglin (066)9761014

Prenderville Edmond, Daly’s Lane, Killorglin (066)9761072

Prenderville Edmond, Coolmore Laharn, Killorglin (066)9761512

Milltown Health Centre Milltown (066)9767113

IONAD TRÉIDLIACHTA / VETERINARY SURGERY

Brendan O’ Connell, Spa Rd., Dingle. Tel (066) 9151814

EIGEANDÁIL / EMERGENCY:

Police, Fire, Ambulance, Coast Guard: Tel: 112 or 999. These numbers are free of charge but should only be used in cases of genuine emergencies.

STÁISIÚN NA NGARDAÍ / GARDA STATIONS

Annascaul Garda Station,. Tel: +353 66 9157102

Dingle Garda Station, Tel: +353 66 9151522

Castlegregory Garda Station,Tel: +353 66 7139690

Garda Station, Killorglin, Tel: +353 66 976 1113

Does To ps oi l f or Sa le p er Load G oo d Qu a lity Bu i lding S tone

Dingle

Sheep Calves Cattle Sales

May 6th & 20th

BVD Collection Tuesday 2nd May

Milltown

Ring mart for details:

FIACLÓIRÍ / DENTISTS

Corkery-Johnson Linda BDS NUI

Upper Main St Dingle Co. Kerry (066) 9152333

Long Bryan G B. Dent. Sc. Main st. Upr .Dingle (066)9151527

Timothy Lynch Dental Surgery, Langford st, Killorglin, 066 97 61831

Mac Domhnaill Dental, Tralee, 066-7121457 / 087-1319792

CLÁR-AMA BUS / BUS TIMETABLES:

Local Link Kerry 066 7147002

Bus Station, Killarney, Co. Kerry. (064) 6630011

Bus Station, Tralee, Co. Kerry. (066) 7164700

POITIGÉIRÍ / CHEMISTS:

The Village Pharmacy, Castlegregory, 066-7139646

Walsh John, Pharmacy Green st. Dingle (066)9151365

O’Keeffe Pharmacy Ltd . Strand St.(066)9151310

Grogan’s Pharmacy, Spa Rd, Dingle (066)-9150518

O’Dohertys Pharmacy, Bridge Street, Milltown (066)-9767305

Laune Pharmacy Market Street, Killorglin, 066 976 1131

Mulvihill Pharmacy Ltd, Main St, Killorglin, Phone : 066 976 1115

O’Sullivan’s Pharmacy, Mill Road, Killorglin, Phone : 066 976 2111

O Sullivans Pharmacy 6 Bridge Street, Milltown, 066 9795915

OIFIG TURASÓIREACHTA / TOURIST OFFICES

Dingle - An Daingean Phone: +353(0)669151188

Castlegregory - Talor’s Row, Strand Street, 066-7139422

OPTICIANS / RADHARC-EOLAÍ

Ó Domhnaill Opticians, Mail Rd., Dingle, (066) 9152863

SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL (SVP) WEST KERRY AREA

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27 Aibreán - 1ú Bealtaine / 27 April - 1st May

Siopa an Chúinne Educational Centre at the corner of Main & Green Street, Dingle

50% OFF

066 91 51846

Dingle Educational Centre

Is í ról na n-ealaíon ná sinne a thabhairt amach as ár ngnáth-shaolta, machnamh a spreagadh agus ath-bhreathnú a dhéanamh, le cabhair ón ealaíontóir. In a changing and threatened world Féile na Bealtaine returns to give respite, provoke reflection, maybe action, and bring fun and frivolity to our community.

Цей громадський фестиваль мистецтв хоче, щоб усі зібралися разом, щоб насолоджуватися та досліджувати нові культури. нам усім потрібна перерва від турбот!

Many of our contributors dwell on responses to the spiralling crisis in our natural environment. From Paul Kingsnorth who spawned a movement on this topic, to Eoghan Dalton who has nurtured a rain-forest in response to our community parade. In ionad “an Mhórshiúl” beidh Máthair na hAthchúrsála. This procession, which replaces the much loved parade of old, of a wheeled sculpture made from our own recycled bottles, will ask the whole community to take part by providing bottles, and help over the weekend in making it. Bígí páirteach leis! And come with your own recycled costumes!

Déanfaimis iarracht cur lenár dTimpeallacht. Use our excellent local link bus where possible. Share lifts, bring your own keepcup, ceannaigh níos lú stuif, dance more, scaoil amach é, pé rud é! Labhraimis Gaolainn lena chéile. Bain úsáid as do chuid cúpla nó céadta focal you have, take the opportunity to learn a few more, or even dip into some Ukrainian!

фестиваль відбувається англійською та ірландською мовами, але, будь ласка, не соромтеся поділитися з нами своєю українською!

Festival Office is located at An Díseart www.feilenabealtaine.ie

Teacht le Chéile / Reunion

Meánscoil na Toirbhirte, Daingean Uí Chúis, 1968 - 1973

Would you like to meet up and share memories with your old school pals from50yrs+ago? Well, why not come along to our reunion of pupils who enrolled in Presentation Convent Secondary School, Dingle in September 1968.

Venue: Benners Hotel, Dingle. Date: 17th June 2023 Time: 7.30 pm

If interested or require further information please contact any of the numbers below.

Má bhís mar dhuine de na scoláirí a thosnaigh i Meánscoil naToirbhirte, Daingean Uí Chúis i mí Meán Fomhar 1968 beidh fáilte is fiche romhat ag an teacht le chéile atá beartaithe Satharn 17ú Meitheamh 2023 in Ostán Benners ag 7.30 i.n.

Má tá suim agat bheith i láthair nó breis eolas á lorg cuir glaoch ar : Anna 087 9722344; Liz 087 7544654 nó Marian 087 9660507

I am retiring at the end of April after 25 years of serving my fabulous customers. I want to thank you all for supporting my shop so well, schools, teachers, business people, artists, parents and everybody who shopped with us over the years.

I must thank my great staff who have all stood beside me and kept the show on the road.

I cannot forget my neighbours on Main Street & Green Street who put up with me and made sure not to park "in my space".

Thank you all so much.

Go méadaí Dia bhúr stór.

- Mary

Courtney’s Bakery

Dick Mack’s Yard, Dingle 066-9151583

STAFF WANTED

Open: Mon - Sat, 7am - 5pm

Large selection of cakes, confectionery, sandwiches, hot pies, sausage rolls, teas, coffees etc.

Wide selection of breads

60 seconds with John Slye

What was your first job?

Photographer wit the Irish Press Group

What is your favourite film?

Laurence of Arabia

What is your favourite book?

Any book about Ernest Shackleton

What was the first CD / Tape / Record you bought?

Horslips

What was your favourite holiday?

Round the world trip, stopping off in New Zealand, Australia, Fiji and Tonga.

What is your favourite drink?

Good quality red wine.

Who is your favourite actor?

Richard Harris

What advice would you give to your younger self?

Go out and see the world

Who is your sporting hero?

Christy Ring

Two figures from history you'd like to have as dinner guests?

Tom Crean and Francis Chichester

If a time machine could take you anywhere for one day, when/where would you go?

GPO 1916

What’s your favourite saying? You can't take it with you

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Let’s Settle the Big, Fat Debate!

Irene Ní Fhlannúra

Of all the foods out there, nothing elicits more controversy and debate than cooking oil and fats. I am hoping that I can put the record straight and get some clarity around this slippery subject.

Which oil is best?

There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question as the best oil to cook with can depend on a variety of factors, including cooking method, the temperature and personal preferences. Some oils are more heat-stable than others, meaning they can withstand high temperatures without breaking down and producing harmful compounds.

• Coconut oil: This oil is high in saturated fats and is particularly well-suited for high-heat cooking methods like frying.

• Ghee or clarified butter: These are forms of butter where the milk solids have been removed, making them more heat stable as the remaining oil is mainly saturated fat. Saturated fats, because of their chemical structure, are less likely to be broken down by light or heat, making them the more suitable for cooking, but not necessarily healthier. Lard and dripping also belong to this group of saturated fats.

• Avocado oil: This oil is high in monounsaturated fats and has a high smoke point, making it a good choice for high-heat cooking.

• Olive oil: This oil is high in monounsaturated fats and has a lower smoke point than previous oils mentioned. It is best used for low to medium heat cooking, as well as a finishing oil for dishes, and cold applications such as dressings and dips. Monounsaturated fats, because of their structure, having one (mono) double bond holding the molecule together, means that it is possible, at very high temperatures or aggressive processing, to break it down, but it is not easily done.

Other oils, such as rapeseed oil, sunflower oil, vegetables oil, flaxseed oil or hemp oil are not heat-stable and can produce harmful compounds when exposed to high temperatures and UV light. They are high in polyunsaturated fatty acids, meaning that they have several (poly) double bonds that hold this molecule together and the more bonds, the easier it is to break it down. This means that these oils are most unsuitable for cooking.

Another way to imagine these structures is to compare saturated fat with one piece of Lego. Monounsaturated fat is made up of two pieces of Lego (with one bond). Polyunsaturated fat is made up of several pieces of Lego, with several bonds. Which structure is most likely to be broken down with the least amount of effort? Answer = polyunsaturated; because of the multiple bonds keeping it together it is the easiest one to take apart. It is in the taking apart of these molecules of fat that dangerous and harmful compounds are created.

It is also important to consider the quality of the oil when cooking. Look for oils that are minimally processed, cold-pressed, non-GMO and organic when possible. Additionally, be mindful of how much oil you are using in your cooking and use alternative cooking methods, without frying, for most of your meals.

Polyunsaturated fatty acids, while not suitable for cooking, are crucial to our health. Omega 3 and Omega 6 belong to this group. They are referred to as “essential” fatty acids not just because of their significance but because the body cannot make these types of fat and rely entirely on the diet to provide them.

Omega-3 fatty acids, such as EPA and DHA are typically found in fatty wild-caught fish, such as salmon, sardines, mackerel. These fatty acids are known for their anti-inflammatory properties, which are beneficial to the heart, joints and brain. ALA is another type of Omega-3 found in plant sources like walnuts, chia seed and flaxseed. Plant-based Omega-3 is not as useful as the fishy type because the body must convert ALA to EPA and DHA, and that is not always successful. However, if you prefer to consume plant-based omega-3 have the walnuts and seeds regularly and top up with an algae-based EPA/DHA supplement.

On the other hand, omega-6 fatty acids, such as linoleic acid (LA), are commonly found in vegetable oils, nuts and seeds (and their oils). While they are also “essential” for health, they can have a pro-inflammatory effect when consumed in excess. The problem nowadays is that these refined oils are used in most cooking, food processing and mass food manufacturing. Research suggests that human beings evolved on a diet with a ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 of 1. Meaning, back in the day, we used to consume equal measures of omega 6 and omega 3. Nowadays, the typical Western diet the ratio is between 15:1 and 20:1, in favour of omega 6. This change in composition of fatty acids parallels a significant increase in the prevalence of obesity, chronic inflammation and metabolic disorders such as Type 2 diabetes, Cardiovascular disease, Cancer and Alzheimer’s Disease.

Many studies indicate that maintaining the ratio between 4:1 and 1:1 is one of the most important dietary factors in the prevention of obesity. Many studies indicate that maintaining this ratio is also one of the most important factors in the prevention of chronic inflammatory disease, as mentioned above. Despite all the studies, knowledge and evidence the public are perpetually encouraged to consume omega-6 seed oils such as rapeseed oil, sunflower seed oils and vegetables oils in processed foods, refined cooking oils, breads, cereals, confectionary and countless other junk foods.

Here’s the short version - when it comes to oils, use saturated or monounsaturated fats for cooking. Correct the ratio between omega 6 and omega 3 in your diet. Reduce omega 6 intake by avoiding all refined seed oils and limit ultra-processed foods. At the same time, increase omega 3 foods in the diet or supplement if needs be to get the balance right. Now, go, enjoy the Bank Holiday weekend and all the fun of Féile na Bealtaine.

Irene Flannery, Nutritional Therapist at www.omnom.ie 086 1662562

Nutrition Consultations, Weight Loss Plans & Food Intolerance Testing available. Clinic locations in Dingle and Farranfore.

The Carol Cronin Gallery

Upper Green Street Dingle, Co. Kerry V92 DV58

Annual Seasonal Launch

Saturday 29th of April

6:30 - 9pm

Special Guest: Novelist and Playwright Cónal Creedon

Music: Jon Saunders and Mark Crickard

All Welcome!

Call 086 103 1074

Position available in Mol an Óige, Dingle

We are growing our team and looking for a childcare worker for Creche/Montessori rooms

• Part time hours available

• Full time hours available

This position involves working with ages 6 months to 5 years

• Working directly with children

• Caring for their needs and assisting with age appropriate curriculum

• Ensure compliance with the relevant legislation and regulations as set out by regulatory and contracting bodies such as Tusla and Pobal

The ideal candidate for the Creche/Montessori rooms position should have:

• A minimum QQI / FETAC Level 5 / 6

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Farming News

Louis Murchan

BISS 2023 UPDATE:

With the 29th May fast approaching, BISS applications are being submitted on a daily basis. However, The department of Agriculture have not updated approximately 40% of farmers’ ACRES details or commonage details, and there are some delays. Since the start of the SFP/BPS/BISS application process began, this has been the most chaotic campaign to date, and there have been some troubled seasons, in the past. There is no indication as to the reason for this delay, but with the deadline looming in just over four weeks, it is time that they got on with it. The Minister or his Department need to make some sort of statement to explain this to the farming public and the professional cadre of advisors who are working hard to complete all applications before the end of May. It now appears that there are some issues, and it is time for the minister to come forward and outline his strategy. He owes this to the farming community and the agricultural profession, who are implementing his schemes, (in good faith).

TOP TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL LAMBING:

Lambing has either kicked off or will be kicking off on farms right across the country, these tips will help you have a successful lambing season. Boost colostrum quantity and quality: Optimum pre-lambing nutrition is essential. This allows the ewe to produce good quality colostrum, but it also provides her with the nutrients she needs to support foetal growth so that she gives birth to strong healthy lambs. There is a relationship between the ewe’s energy intake over the last three weeks of pregnancy and colostrum production. The high energy levels and quality protein sources promote milk production on conserved forage and an elevated V

2. Adequate Colostrum intake:

Lambs are born with a weak immune system. Colostrum provides newborn lambs with nutrition, but also antibodies to fend off disease. Every lamb should receive 50ml/kg birth weight of colostrum or cows’ colostrum. Always ensure lambs receive a certain amount of ewes colostrum and then top them up with cows colostrum or Colostrum alternatives. Freezing colostrum when you have a ewe with an excess supply can be great for instances when a ewe may not have milk. Ensuring lambs get enough colostrum within the first 6 hours of life is crucial for their lifelong performance in terms of disease resistance and weight gain. After six hours, the lamb’s ability to absorb the immunoglobulins into its bloodstream has reduced, which is why it is important to get colostrum in quickly.

Be organised: The lambing season is a busy and stressful time for any farmer. Being prepared can be a great way to limit the pressure you put yourself under during this period. Having yourself stocked up on the essential items is a great way to have yourself organised in advance. The list of essentials is long but necessary and includes the following:- Gloves – Lubricant – Iodine – Needles & Syringes – Colostrum or Alternative –Marking Spray – Calcium Injection – Lime & Disinfectant for Pen – Jug(s) & whisk – Drinkers & Feeders – Castration Rings & Applicator.

Minimise stress and prolapse: Ensuring all ewes have adequate space to feed especially where concentrates are fed. On average ewes will require 0.5-0.6m of feeding space for concentrates. Where ad-lib silage is fed less space is required, and the feeding space for concentrates can be increased using troughs on the ground. This will prevent the ewes from getting hurt which can lead to ewes aborting but it also can lead to an increased likelihood of prolapse.

Have adequate lambing pens: Having adequate lambing pens in terms of size and quantity is key for a successful lambing season. You should aim to have 1 pen for every ten ewes lambing. If you have 160 ewes lambing you should have 16 pens. Having enough pens mean ewes and lambs have enough time to bond before being moved to ground pens or outdoors. Each pen should be at least 1.5mx1.5m. Ewes should have access to hay racks and water. Avoid using large buckets as this may pose a risk to young lambs.

Disinfecting and bedding lambing pens: You should aim to clean out lambing pens between each use. Pens should also be disinfected with Lime or other disinfectant products between uses. Maintaining this level of hygiene will greatly reduce the risk of infection for new-born lambs. Making sure pens are bedded down with adequate amounts of clean dry

straw will help keep lambs warm and dry. Avoid over bedding as young lambs may in excess straw.

Reduce lameness: Having lame ewes at lambing poses a number of threats. Firstly if a ewe is lame during gestation she may be less inclined to get up and go in for a feed, this may lead to a reduced condition which in turn can cause issues such as twin lamb disease, reduced milk production, and small lambs. Ewes who are lame at parturition pose a risk to their lambs, as they will spend lots of time lying down not letting their lambs suckle, they can also be more inclined toile on their lambs if they are lame. In non-slatted sheds, use adequate bedding to keep the lying area clean and dry. Apply ground or hydrated lime where the sheep stand and feed twice weekly before applying fresh straw bedding.

Have somewhere warm for weaker lambs: Lambs especially those who are small or may have had a difficult birth can easily become cold. Once a lamb's body temperature drops below a certain point its ability to absorb the essential nutrients in colostrum is reduced. It is important to heat cold lambs up quickly. Also ensuring that the lambing shed is draught free can prevent lambs from getting cold in the period between birth and getting up and suckling.

If you have a high scan with numerous triplets you will need to consider how you are going to support these lambs. If triplets are separated and feed effectively in the lead-up to lambing it may be possible for them to rear their own lambs, however, a lot of the time this may not be possible. Adopting surplus lambs onto single ewes can be a good way of dealing with surplus lambs without ending up with lots of pets, however, you must consider how you are going to do this and it may not always be successful. Where adopting is not possible you must have a plan for dealing with pet lambs. It is important to have a warm dry draught free space for them. Having automatic feeders can greatly reduce the workload where there are multiple pets. Pet lambs will require access to concentrates sooner than the rest of the lambs so this must also be considered.

Make sure you have enough help: The lambing season can be a very tiring time as it is both physically and mentally demanding. It is important that you have adequate labour on the farm over this busy period. It is true the old saying “many hands make light work”. As the lambing is in full swing having an extra pair of hands can make a huge difference especially when trying to get weaker lambs fed.

MULTI-SPECIES SWARD AND RED CLOVER SILAGE SCHEME:

The 2023 Multi-Species Sward and Red Clover Silage scheme is now open, with a budget of €2.5 million. It is hoped that this will improve the sustainability of farming and the hope is to expand the areas already established under last year’s pilot programmes. Funding has been increased to €2.5 million to allow for greater support in establishing these swards. A payment rate of up to €300/ha is also being provided for, which represents a significant increase on the rate of aid paid last year."

There are a number of key changes compared to last year’s Pilot scheme including:

• payments will be made directly to the approved farmer on a per hectare basis

• the payment rate has been increased significantly up to a potential €300 per hectare where eligible swards are established. A reduced payment rate per hectare will apply as appropriate if eligible applications exceed the available combined budget for the two measures

• to receive payment under either measure, an applicant must indicate the correct crop type on their 2023 BISS application

Payments will be made directly to approved applicants at a rate of up to €300 per hectare for the establishment of these swards. To keep the measures within the available budget, the payment rate per hectare will be reduced as appropriate if eligible applications exceed the available combined budget of €2.5 million for these measures.

To apply, an applicant/their agent needs to select “Multi-Species Sward and Red Clover Silage Measure on their designated plot(s) when submitting their BISS. In order to receive payment applicant must state whether the crop is Permanent Pasture (MSS measure) or Grass Year 1 (MSS measure).

Swards are not permitted to be sown on Commonage land, Natura 2000 sites, NHA designated land, Environmentally Sensitive Permanent Grassland or within archaeological monument buffer zones, such as ringforts, standing stones, hut sites, etc. To be eligible under these measures the swards must

be sown by 15 July and established by 30 September 2023. At claim stage applicants must indicate the area sown as multi-species/red clover and upload their supporting documentation online, that is, invoices and seed labels. Only seed purchased after the application is lodged on agfood. ie and before the final date for sowing the crop, 15 July 2023 is eligible under these measures.

AVOID POOR GRASS QUALITY IN MAY

The wet March forced many herds to be housed allowing grazing targets to come back in line that had been previously a head of target. The tides have turned and now is decision time regarding taking out paddocks that has not been grazed or have heavy covers. As we approach May growths rates are set to jump. Growth rates will be over 60kg DM/ha per day or more on some farms. Failure to take early action to increase demand at this time of year will be detrimental to grass quality intakes and utilisation and thus milk yield and proteins, and ultimately price you get paid for milk in May and June. If the loss of energy due to poor quality grass is not replaced through extra supplementation not only, will it impact milk but also fertility performance. To ensure high quality grass in May focus on the following:

• Walk the farm to set the farm up for when grass growths jump. There is large variation in growth rates at present so you must match demand to grass growth.

• Target grazing covers of 1200- 1500 kg DM/ha

• Ensure animals grazing to 4cm for excellent grass quality.

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Paddocks carrying excess grass should be grazed heavily at first.

• Take out paddocks as high-quality bales – allows paddocks return into the rotation quicker. Choose to take out smaller blocks for long term silage – artificially increases stocking rate. Choose paddocks for reseeding - artificially increases stocking rate

Excess grass is detrimental to grass quality and milk performance. If you have excess, make baled silage, it os a commodity as well as a feed source.

HSA LAUNCH FARM VEHICLE INSPECTION CAMPAIGN:

The Health and Safety Authority have launched a farm vehicle inspection campaign to combat the number of fatalities on Irish farms. The national inspection campaign will focus on the safe use of tractors and quad bikes on farms. The HSA has said that tractors and quads continue to be a leading cause of vehicle-related fatalities on Irish farms with 34 vehicle related deaths on Irish farms over the past 5 years.

Tourism Talk and Thoughts from the Dingle Peninsula

Caroline Boland

Tá an samhradh at teacht or so it feels like when we get to welcome as always, Féile na Bealtaine, the peninsula’s “top-ranking voluntary community festival…… an artistic home to dozens of local performing artists”. The Clár Féile is an accomplishment in itself and is jam packed with so many fantastic experiences and artists - https://feilenabealtaine.ie/whats-on/ Go n-éírí libh gach éinne agus buíoch féile deas agaibh!

TOP REASONS FOR VISITING IRELAND?

CULTURE, HERITAGE, MEETING THE PEOPLE, SAYS DINGLE PENINSULA POLL OF NORTHEAST U.S. MARKET

Comhaontas Turasóireachta Chorca Dhuibhne / Dingle Peninsula Tourism Alliance Announces Sustainability Charter Focused on Preservation of Community

U.S. travellers visit Ireland primarily to experience its culture and heritage while connecting with the Irish people, according to a poll conducted by Comhaontas Turasóireachta Chorca Dhuibhne / Dingle Peninsula Tourism Alliance (CTCD/DPTA). Poll results were released as the CTCD/DPTA announced a Sustainability Charter to preserve the very reasons why people spend their holidays here.

The CTCD/DPTA Sustainability Charter values respect for host communities, the peninsula’s natural environment, its local culture and heritage with an emphasis on the Irish language, and the traditional hospitality of the region, said CTCD/DPTA Chair Shane Finn. He noted that 96 percent of Dingle Peninsula businesses are family-owned, and tourism is the primary economic driver in the region.

“Our U.S. poll found 66 percent of respondents cited culture and heritage as their reason for visiting Ireland, and a third of respondents said it was their primary reason for coming here,” said Finn. “Some 18 percent of those polled said connecting with locals was why they come here.

“In our view, the two findings go handin-hand,” he said, adding that 10 percent said they are attracted by activities, such as walking, hiking, cycling, fishing and just plain sightseeing, while 6 percent said they come to trace genealogy.

“All of these reasons confirm the importance of our sense of community across our towns and villages, as those who responded said they primarily want to experience our culture and heritage by connecting with us,” said Finn.

“Our Sustainability Charter will put us on a focused path to inspire Corca Dhuibhne’s hospitality in a way that restores and sustains the environment, nurtures our language, culture and heritage, enriches local communities, while respecting tourism’s importance to our economy,” said Finn. “Míle buíochas to the students of Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne and West Springfield High School who stole the show

in presenting the values, vision and mission of the new Corca Dhuibhne Sustainability Charter”.

“As we set out on this journey, we have established a set of core values to respect our host communities, our natural environment, who we are as a people, and the integrity of our traditional hospitality. We will drive cross-business cooperation, as well as a sense of continuous and proactive learning and innovation,” he said.

The CTCD/ DPTA poll also found:

• About 85 per cent of respondents book their own trips

• More than 78 percent do their own research on what to do and where to go in Ireland

• Almost 68 percent use online search engines to do their research, and 11 percent use tourism sites, social media platforms and social media influencers to determine their itineraries

• About 20 percent of respondents visit Ireland frequently, some several times a year

• More than 79 percent said they visit Ireland infrequently

DPTA conducted its research online and at the Eastern States Exposition, commonly known as the Big E, the third largest U.S. fair and the only one in the United States that represents multiple states, encompassing all six New England states. The three-week event is also the third largest gathering annually in North America. More than 2,890 respondents participated in the poll.

For any businesses who would like to promote their own business on the Dingle Peninsula Cultural, Educational, Trade and Tourism Showcase at The Big E this September, for more information, please contact Caroline and Simone at dinglept@gmail.com .

Also, launched at CTCD / DPTA’s AGM was the CE4RT Programme – Circular Economy for

Regenerative Tourism in partnership with MTU. Only 16 SME places are available for our local businesses – DON’T Miss Out – Bígí linn! Contact Sam and Caroline at info@dingle-peninsula.ie for more information.

Just a reminder that Comhaontas Turasóireachta Chorca Dhuibhne / Dingle Peninsula Tourism Alliance is a voluntary not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the sustainable development and responsible promotion of the region’s tourism. It is the umbrella tourism organisation for the Dingle Peninsula, supporting the immense work of local tourism businesses and community groups, festivals and events committees, and local communities. Visit www.dingle-peninsula. ie, or like us on Facebook at www.facebook. com/dingle.official, and follow us on Instagram and Twitter using the handle @DinglePeninsula. Engage with us using #DinglePeninsula.

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Promoting the Dingle Peninsula Together

Stay Safe, Shop Local, Eat local, Experience local, Enjoy local! Ag súil le fáilte a chur romhaibh!

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Hope Guatemala Cake Sale and Raffle

Hope Guatemala are holding a Cake Sale and Raffle on Sunday 30th April in Dick Mack’s Yard. The Cake Sale will start at 12 o’clock and finish with a fantastic raffle at 3.00pm.

To get details of the raffle check out Hope Guatemala on Facebook.

All donations gratefully received.

ALL THINGS LEFT UNSAID

Join Ireland’s master-storyteller for a return to the stage that is greatly anticipated by his legion of fans across the country, telling his stories with great humour, warmth and honesty.

Tickets: €23.50/21.50

SUMMER THEATRE CAMP

Siamsa Tíre throws open its doors and would like to welcome children from the ages of 6-12yrs to join us for a new and exciting theatre summer camp presented by The National Folk Theatre.

Wk 1: 10th – 14th

Wk 2: 17th – 21st

Fri. 12th May at 8pm

Fri. 5th May at 10.30am

AN CAILÍN CIÚIN SCREENING

A special screening for schools of one of the most lauded Irish language films in years.

This screening is presented in association with IFI Education.

Tickets: €6, teachers go free.

Cost : €90 (family discounts available)

Time: 9am – 12pm each day (early drop off available)

All booking available on www.siamsatire.com or call 066-71 23055

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Sat 29th April at 8pm

A CALL TO YOU

Catherine Young Dance Company

A Call To You emerges from the urgency of the incomprehensible times we live through. It is a call to come together; to explore the fragility and friction of community. The strength of the many.

Tickets: €18.50/16.50

Supported by Kerry County

From the 1911 Census in West Kerry

Ted Creedon

The 1911 Census of Ireland was taken on Sunday April 2. In this issue we’re going to feature the second of two items on families, from Camp to the Blasket Islands, who must have endured unbearable heartbreak when so many of their children died young.

The 1911 Census form had two columns that were not included in the 1901 Census. These were ‘Total children born alive’ and ‘Children still living’. The early deaths resulted from sickness and diseases such as scarlet fever, TB, measles, diphtheria and meningitis.

Kennedy

William Kennedy, 76, a ‘Naval Pensioner’ and his wife Hanoria, 70, lived in Emlagh West, Dingle, Their loss was one of the worst recorded in the census in West Kerry. Of their nine children born alive only two survived.

O’Gready (Census spelling)

Thomas O’Gready, 70, and his wife Margaret, 77, lived in the Commons of Milltown, Dingle, and were the only occupants of their home on Census night. Three of their eight children were still living.

Murphy

John Murphy, 56, and his wife Norah, 56, were a farming family who lived in Cloghanisheskeen, Castlegregory. Four of their nine children were still living.

Egan

Laurence Egan, 82, and his wife Catherine, 81, were a farming family in Cloonsharragh, Cloghane. Nine of their children were born alive but only three survived.

Guiheen

Farmer Michael Guiheen, 58, and his wife Kate, 60, lived in Ballynahow, Dunquin. Four surviving children, of the ten born alive, were living with them.

Higgins

Fisherman James Higgins, 42, and his wife Bridget, 44, lived in Gortadoo with the six surviving children of the thirteen born alive to them.

Moynihan

Meal and Flour merchant John Moynihan, 52, along with his wife Johanna, 52 and a National Teacher, lived in Annascaul. Only four of their eight children were still alive in 1911.

Russell

Michael Russell, 59, and his wife Mary, 56, lived in Caherscullibeen, Kilmalkedar. Their union had produced eleven children but only three were still living. Michael and his son John, 25, were both fishermen.

Lynch

Thomas Lynch, 83, and his wife Mary, 72, were the only occupants of a house in Garrywilliam, Castlegregory, on Census night and had been married for fifty-five years. Only two of their eight children were still living.

O’Sullivan

Farmer Patrick O’Sullivan, 52, and his wife Bridget, 40, lived in Tobernamoodane, (Kinard), with their five children. Seven others did not survive to 1911.

Keane

Farmer Michael Keane, 55, and his wife Ellen, 52, lived on the Great Blasket Island. Eleven of their children were born alive but five had passed away. Their son Maurice, 20, was a ‘Fisherman’. There were six Keane, or Ó Catháin, families on the island on Census night – the largest group of that surname.

Kennedy

Carpenter James Kennedy, 68, and his wife Hanoria, 68, lived in Castlegregory. The couple had lost six of their thirteen children, according to the census form.

O’Sulivan

Farmer Cornelius O’Sullivan, 56, and his wife Kate, 51, lived in Garrynadur (Minard). Fourteen of their children were born alive and eight were still living on Census night.

Sweeney

Julia Sweeney, 70, lived in Goal Street, Dingle. She was recorded as being ‘Married’ but there is no mention of a husband on the census form. Seven of her eleven children had died.

Kennedy

Farmer James Kennedy, 72, and his wife Norah lived in Coolnagoppoge, Ballynacourty. Norah had given birth to fifteen children and ten were still living.

Kelliher

Farmer John Kelliher, 52, and his wife Mary, 46, lived in Milltown. Five of their children were born alive but only one was still living.

Ashe

Farmer John Ashe, 68, and his wife Johanna, lived in Magherabeg, Castlegregory. Four of their ten children were still living.

O’Connor

Farmer Jeremiah O’Connor, 70, and his wife Nora, 66, lived in Farraneesteenig, Glin. Six of their eleven children had died, according to the census form.

Courtney

Farmer John Courtney, 70, and his wife Margaret, 58, lived in Castlegregory. Fourteen of their children had been born alive but seven had died.

Donegan

David Donegan, 45, and his wife Hanora, 44, lived in Ballyameenboght, near Dingle. David was a ploughman on on Lord Ventry’s estate. Their marriage had produced eleven children but only five survived and four of the five emigrated. (Family information).

While all of these losses were heartbreaking it must have been particularly unbearable for these next and final two entries.

Kevane

Fisherman Patrick Kevane, 40, and his wife Margaret, lived in Clogher, near Ballyferriter. Nine of their children were born alive but only one survived.

Ó, Caomháin

Dómhnall Ó Caomháin, 77, and his wife Máire lived in Murreagh. They had been married for fifty-one years in 1911 and their union had produced nine children. But, like the Kevane family above, only one child was still living.

Women on Lord Ventry's estate including Hanora Donegan (middle row 4th from left).

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Beehive Theatre Company closed last year after almost 30 years of producing theatre, workshops, classes, and all manner of cultural events – all made possible by the tremendous support we have been given by the West Kerry Community.

We are so grateful for the contribution of so many people – all those who gave their time and considerable talents as actors or worked in vital roles behind-the-scenes, the artists who collaborated with us on all sorts of projects and all the voluntary board members without whose input we could not have functioned. Special heartfelt thanks to board members Máire Uí Bheaglaoich and Áine Uí Dubhshláine and Company Secretary Padraig Foley who were with us from the very beginning.

We also thank the many businesses in and around Dingle who have supported us over the years, particularly Granville’s Siopa Decor and the Educational Shop, the generous individuals who were Friends of Beehive with a special thank you to John Benny Moriarty and the late Eileen Collins, and the organisations who have helped us – amongst them Údarás Na Gaeltachta, Kerry County Council and Féile na Bealtaine. We’re grateful to Tom and Pauline for providing us with a venue at McCarthy’s Bar during the early years and to Orna Dunleavy for all her help. Thanks to West Kerry Live for all the free publicity! Special thanks to Mike Venner and Camilla Dinkel who, in addition to their enormous creative contributions and steadfast support, operated our box-office at Dingle Bookshop for many seasons, and to the late Laura Meiland who for many years did great work as youth drama teacher.

We very much enjoyed working with fellow actors from Aisteorí Bhréanainn. And, of course, a big thank you to our loyal local audience. We sincerely hope that a new Dingle Arts Centre will rise from the ashes of the Phoenix Cinema soon.

We donated our extensive collection of published plays to Kerry County Library as a future resource.

It’s been a lot of fun and although we are sad to be closing we are also proud and honoured to have worked in Dingle for so many years with so many lovely and talented people.

Féile has generously organised a get together during the Bealtaine Festival on Sat 29th April, 5pm at the Girls Primary School Hall, where we can celebrate, reminisce and tell a few stories. If you were involved with Beehive in any capacity, including as an audience member, please come and share your memories.

- Malc, Wendela and Veronique

Handy Man

Tim Grace

Gloine Draíochta

Dingle Stained Glass Collective

Notes of a Ukrainian in Ireland: Art must live

Kateryna Kobylnik

In spring life on the Dingle Peninsula is filled with art. So, in April, the longest public art festival in the country "Easter Art Exhibition 2023" (Taispeántas Ealaine na Cásca 2023), started in Ballyferriter. The paintings of Ukrainian artist Tetiana Bonner were also presented at the exhibition. Her work "We" sensitively and expressively conveyed a personal story.

continued their journey to Ireland together. Only over time, Tetiana found the strength to renew her desire to return to art. For her new work, the artist chose sunflowers, as they are a symbol of life, energy and unity. Flowers, like women, are fragile beauty, vulnerable and strong at the same time. The canvas depicts three friends who are related by life path. Sunflowers filled with ripe seeds are the life filled with dreams and the energy. So hopefully, in the future, the inspiration received in Ireland, the experience and talent of Tetiana Bonner will help her create many more works of art and expand the geography of Irish cities in her creative biography! Her works are moving and pleasantly melancholic, filled with light, naturally reflecting the real world in its sensuality and harmony.

As well Tetiana Bonner is experienced in the field of graphic design, animation (tumblr.com/lovetanisyn) and mosaics (behance.net/ tanisyn40cf7b). The sites are currently the only opportunity to get acquainted with the works created in Ukraine, because all the works of the artist remained in Starobilsk and their fate is currently unknown. The artist also works with stained-glass, in her own original technique of painting with paints on glass, which she perfected over the years. Incidentally, An Diseart has a chapel where you can find twelve lancet windows created in 1924 by one of the greatest stained-glass artists of all time, Harry Clarke. As part of the Féile na Bealtaine music and arts festival (feilenabealtaine.ie), which takes place every year on the Dingle Peninsula, An Diseart will host a painting exhibition from 27 April to 2 May. So these days there is a chance to see with your own eyes Harry Clarke's stainedglass windows and contemporary art, and the canvases that the Ukrainian artist painted in Dingle.

Tetiana is from Starobilsk, a Ukrainian town in the Luhansk region, located on the left bank of the Aydar River. Due to the full-scale enemy invasion of Ukraine, Tetiana was forced to leave her home to save her own life. Even now, her hometown is under Russian occupation, so Dingle has become a refuge for the artist for a long time. On the way, she met kindred spirits, a mother and daughter, who left Kyiv in search of salvation. So the women

The organizers note that they have no doubts about the successful attendance of the event, because throughout all the years of its existence, the festival has been the most favorite event for Irish people and guests of the town, where you can get acquainted with the creative achievements of local and foreign artists. More than 150 thematic events in music, art, literature, drama, cinema and organized sections dedicated to children are planned for this year's festival.

Art lives through time and has no borders! And we have a great opportunity to join and become his connoisseurs!

Нотатки українця в Ірландії: Мистецтво має жити

Катерина Кобильнік

На весні життя півострова Дінгл наповнюється мистецтвом. Так, у квітні, стартував найтриваліший фестиваль громадського мистецтва в країні "Великодня мистецька виставка 2023" у Балліферітер. На виставці були представлені й роботи української мисткині Тетяни Боннер. Її твір "Ми" чуттєво та виразно розповідає особисту історію.

Тетяна родом зі Старобільська, українського міста в Луганської області, розташовано на лівому березі річки Айдар. Через повномасштабне вторгнення ворога в Україну, Тетяна вимушена була покинути домівку рятуючи власне життя. Та і наразі її рідне місто перебуває під російською окупацією, тож вже сталий час прихистком для мисткині став Дінгл. Дорогою, вона зустріла споріднені душі, мати з дочкою, які виїхали з Києва в пошуках порятунку. Тож дівчата продовжили шлях до Ірландії разом. Лише з часом, Тетяна знайшла в собі сили відновити бажання повернутися до мистецтва. Для своєї нової роботи мисткиня обрала соняшники, адже вони є символом життя, енергії та єдності. Квіти, як і жінки, то тендітна краса, вразлива і сильна водночас. Полотно відображає трьох подруг, споріднених життєвим шляхом. Соняшники, що наповнені стиглим насінням - то наповнене мріями та енергією життя. Тож сподіваємось, надалі натхнення отримане в Ірландії, досвід та талант Тетяни Боннер допоможуть їй створити багато інших витворів мистецтва та розширити географію ірландських міст у творчій біографії! Її роботи рухливі та приємно меланхолійні, наповненні світлом, природно відображають реальний світ у його чуттєвості та гармонії.

Та Тетяна Боннер досвідчена й у сфері графічного дизайну, анімації (tumblr.com/lovetanisyn) та мозаїки (behance.net/tanisyn40cf7b). Сайти наразі це єдина можливість ознайомитись з роботами, створеними в Україні, адже всі доробки мисткині залишились в Старобільську та наразі їх доля невідома.

Працює мисткиня і з вітражами, у своїй власній авторській техніці розпису фарбами по склу, яку вона вдосконалювала роками. До речі, в An Diseart є каплиця, в якій можна знайти дванадцять стрілчастих вікон, створених у 1924 році одним із найкращих вітражистів усіх часів Гаррі Кларком. В рамках фестивалю музики та мистецтва Féile na Bealtaine (feilenabealtaine.ie), що відбувається щороку на півострові Дінгл, в приміщенні An Diseart, пройде виставка живопису з 27 квітня по 2 травня. Тож цими днями є шанс на власні очі побачити й вітражі Гаррі Кларка і сучасне мистецтво, і полотна, які українська мисткиня написала в Дінглі.

Організатори зазначають, що не сумніваються в успішній відвідуваності заходу, адже протягом усіх років свого існування фестиваль є найулюбленішою для ірландців та гостей міста подією, де можна ознайомитись із творчими здобутками місцевих та закордонних митців. На фестивалі цьогоріч заплановано понад 150 тематичних заходів з музики, мистецтва, літератури, драми, кіно та організовані секції присвячені дітям. Мистецтво живе крізь час та не має кордонів! А в нас є чудова нагода долучитись та стати його поціновувачами!

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Gaeilge agus Fáilte. Bígí Linn!

The next Irish Whiskey society meeting in West Kerry will take place in Dick Mack's pub, Dingle on Friday May 5th at 7.30pm.

The featured whiskies will be from the Scotch Malt Whiskey Society who purchase spirit from a distillery, mature it in their own casks and launch it when they feel the time is right.

At that point, a panel of their experts come together to taste this whiskey, write down their tasting notes and submit them to be amalgamated and from there the name of this whiskey is born. There is only ever one single cask of that whiskey and it is released at cask strength. When it's gone, it's gone.

Where: Dick Macks pub

When: 5 May 5 2023 at 7.30pm

Members €20 Non members €30 Book at https://www. irishwhiskeysociety.com/ event-5256731

Míle Buíochas

Milltown/Listry Hospice Committee wish to sincerely thank everyone who participated in or supported our Good Friday walk.

A total of €2460 was raised thanks to your wonderful generosity. A special thanks to the Muintir na Tire hall for use of their facilities and Donal Clifford for all his help.

Leanaí Scoil Naomh Eirc a bhailigh €750.00 don bhus ailse go Corcaigh, roimis na Cásca.

Science Made Simple: The Atom

David Redican

First in a series of science articles written by David Redican, to provide feedback/suggestions email MrRedicanTutor@gmail.com

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BEGINNER

What are Atoms?

Everything on Earth, in the solar system or even in the whole universe itself is comprised of atoms, these were believed to be the smallest possible pieces which matter could be made out of. This view was changed in 1898 when JJ Thompson discovered the electron, a negatively charged subatomic particle which orbits the central part of the atom, known as the Nucleus. The Nucleus was later found to contain both Protons, positively charged particles and Neutrons, neutral particles. They are so small that any of the full stops in this article could fit about 20 million atoms in them.

INTERMEDIATE

How much EMPTY SPACE in an atom?

Atoms can vary in size and usually increase in size as you move to the right on the periodic table or as you go down the groups. To take two examples we can discuss Hydrogen and Uranium atoms in the context of Ventry Beach. If we had a Hydrogen nucleus the same radius as a digestive biscuit and were standing in the main carpark of Ventry Beach, the outermost electrons would be orbiting out as far as Cuan pier and these electrons would also be a third of the size of the smallest grain of sand on the beach. If we had a uranium atom which was scaled up by a similar ratio, the nucleus would be as big as a beach ball and the outermost electrons would be so far away that they would be moving through Dún Chaoin, Ballyferiter and almost making it all the way to Dingle. Everything in between these locations in an atom is mostly considered to be Empty Space.

If you took the empty space out of all the people on Earth we’d all fit together in a singular matchbox

ADVANCED

How come the atom doesn’t collapse into itself?

Similar to opposite poles of a magnet the negative electrons orbiting the central nucleus will be attracted to the positive protons. But these electrons aren’t exactly particles like a grain of sand they are a probability wave where the physical manifestation of a ‘particle’ is just something we picture in our own limited view. It’s as if the particle will only appear when we look for it and this ‘wave’ wont collapse under usual circumstances. The electrons stay orbiting because of a trade-off between kinetic energy (moving) and potential energy (distance away from the source of a force field *in this case electrical attraction*). To simplify this: the particle must speed up when it moves closer to the nucleus or else it will violate the law of conservation of energy as no energy is being released from the atom.

Why should you never trust an atom?...

Because they make up everything!

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Dingle Notes.

Richie Williams

FÉILE NA BEALTAINE. CÉAD MÍLE FÁILTE to all the participants and supporters who come to the Peninsula this weekend for Féile Na Bealtaine. The 5 day programme features up to 150 events including both indoor and outdoor activities covering music, song, dance, culture, and a host of literary readings , poetry sessions and talks and walks to suit all ages. Full details elsewhere in this issue. No excuses just get out there and be part of what is now most definitely one of the most enjoyable weekends of the year here in the Peninsula. Bain Taitneamh As!!!.

DARKNESS INTO LIGHT WALK . Dingle is one of the many venues throughout the country where the Annual Darkness Into Light Walk to raise funds for Pieta House takes place this year. Walks take place on Saturday May 6th commencing at 4.00a.m.and participants can either register online beforehand or contribute at the event venues. Registration online at darknessintolight.ie.

CYCLE EVENT. The organisers of the Ride Dingle Cycle Event wish to thank all the 2000 plus cyclists who recently took part in their annual outing over the Slea Head and Conor Pass/ Camp circuits. Míle Buíochas also to the residents along the route who accommodated the road closures and motorists who encountered some delays while travelling at various times on the day. Thanks also to the many volunteers who manned feed stations and helped with stewarding at various points around the Peninsula. Most of the participants were high in their praise of all the help and encouragement along the route especially as the weather conditions deteriorated for a few hours that day. The good news is that most of the funds collected will be divided between local and national voluntary groups and charities.

SPORT. Congratulations to the Kerry Ladies Football team especially Niamh Ní Chonchúir and Louise Ní Mhuircearthaigh who played an outstanding part in the team's great victory in the All Ireland Ladies National League Division 1 recently. Go n-eírí libh sa Craobh Comortas anois!!!.

Comhgairdeachas comh maith do foireann na bhfear atá ag dul ar aghaigh go dtí Cluiche Cheannais na Mumhan tar éis bua éasca i gcoinne foireann Tiobraid Arainn le déanaí.

OUTSIDE THE BOX. This is title of the fourth CD launched by Laoch Sráid Eoin, Thomas O'Callaghan in Benner's Hotel on Friday evening last. The proceeds of all 4 recordings have been donated to various local and national voluntary groups and charities. The Kerry Cancer Support Group were presented with a cheque for €4700 at the launch. The CD is still for sale at the usual local outlets with all future funds collected going to the same group who provide free transport and ancillary services to people attending treatment sessions at hospitals in Limerick, Cork and Kerry. Thomas wishes to thank Laurence Courtney and his group for their musical support, also David Geaney who thrilled the audience with his wonder dancing performance and the Clare All Stars Band who performed on the night as well as supporting him on the recordings. TIDY TOWNS. With the growth season getting under way at this time of year it's time to reduce and gradually stop feeding the birds who should be able to survive without such human support from the end of April until late Autumn again.

We remind all our volunteers to get involved again and start by tackling weed growth, then freshening up flower and shrub beds and eleminating untidy spots in your own areas.

Details of work evenings in our next edition. SLÁN TAMALL.

Insint bhríomhar ar scéal Bhodach an Chóta Lachtna atá sa triú leabhar i sraith shuaithinseach d’fhoilseacháin lámhdhéanta ó Ponc Press. Tá an scéal curtha i láthair as Gaeilge agus as Béarla ag an iriseoir Seán Mac an tSíthigh agus é bunaithe ar leagan a chuala sé agus é ina gharsún óg ó Jeaicí Ó Maoileoin. Éiríonn le léaráidí Bob Ó Cathail spleodar agus greann an scéil a cheannsú, scéal a chuireann síos ar laoch gan choinne, a thugann an tír slán ó namhaid lúfar láidir.

The third in the Ponc Press series of beautiful and highly collectible hand-made concertina books is a lively rendering i nGaeilge agus Béarla of the folktale Bodach an Chóta Lachtna by local journalist, Seán Mac an tSíthigh, based on a version he heard as a boy from Jeaicí Ó Maoileoin. Bob Ó Cathail’s striking illustrations capture perfectly the humour in this tale of an unlikely local hero who secures the freedom of Ireland by defeating an invading king in an epic race.

Beidh Helen Ní Shé ó Raidió na Gaeltachta ag seoladh an leabhair seo

Launch by Helen Ní Shé from Raidió na Gaeltachta

Dingle Bookshop 2 Green Street

Dé hAoine, 28 Aibreán 2 pm / Friday 28th April 2pm

An Bodach is hand typeset and printed on art paper in a signed limited edition of 200 copies. Written and translated by Seán Mac an tSithigh and illustrated by Bob O Cathail.

Available online from printing@poncpress.ie or books@dinglebookshop. com €40 plus postage

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Míle Buíochas

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Stiúrthóir Réamhscolaíochta

Scoil an Ghleanna, Daingean Uí Chúis, Co Chiarraí.

Tá sé i gceist ag Bord Bainistíochta Scoil an Ghleanna, maraon le Pátrún na Scoile agus Iontaobhaithe na Scoile, cuid den scoil a chur ar fáil chun seirbhísí reámhscolaíochta trí Ghaelainn (Naíonra nó Montessori) agus seirbhísí leanaí eile, a chur ar fáil do dhuine a bheadh neamhspléach ón scoil.

Don té a roghnófar beidh ceadúnas á chur ar fáil ina leagfar síos na huaireanta chloig agus na laethanta go mbeidh an scoil ar fáil, maraon le coinníollacha réasúnta eile. Tosnófar amach le ceadúnas bliana. Beidh an té a roghnófar freagrach as an ionad a rith ina iomláine agus pé fostaithe is gá a fhostú.

Má tá suim agat ba chóir litir a chur chuig Cathaoirleach an Bhoird Bainistíochta, Scoil an Ghleanna, Daingean Uí Chúis, Co. Chiarraí roimh a 4:00 i.n. ar an 4ú Bealtaine 2023. Tabharfar breis eolais ansan dóibh siúd a léiríonn suim.

Más áil leat cur i gcoinne an bheartais seo, ba chóir duit litir ag míniú go sonrach do chuid cúiseanna a sheoladh chuig Iontaobhaithe Scoil an Ghleanna, F/Ch Cathaoirleach an Bhoird Bainistíochta, Scoil an Ghleanna, Daingean Uí Chúis, Co. Chiarraí roimh a 4:00 i.n. ar an 4ú Bealtaine 2023

Tá an fógra seo eisithe ag: Scoil an Ghleanna, Daingean Uí Chúis, Co. Chiarraí.

R-phost scoilanghleanna1877@gmail.com Rolla:11248A

Pre School Operator (Naíonra/Montesorri)

at Scoil an Ghleanna, Daingean Uí Chúis.

The Board of Management of Scoil an Ghleanna, Daingean Uí Chúis, Co. Chiarraí (11248A), subject to the agreement of the Patron and Trustees, intends making part of the school premises available for the provision of an Irish medium pre-school, to an independent, external, third party operator.

The successful applicant will be granted a licence to use a section of the school premises for specified days and times for a period of one school year and shall be responsible for the independent operation of the facility and the employment of all staff in the facility. The arrangement will be subject to a number of terms and conditions.

Interested parties should in the first instance submit a written expression of interest, made by post and addressed to the Chairperson of the Board of Management of Scoil an Ghleanna, Daingean Uí Chúis, Co. Chiarraí no later than 4pm on 4/05/2023.

Further information will issue to all parties that submit an expression of interest.

If any interested party has an objection to the proposal to make the school premises available to an independent, external, third party preschool operator, such objections should be (i) made in writing; (ii) sent by post addressed to the Trustees of Scoil an Ghleanna, C/O Chairperson of the Board of Management of Scoil an Ghleanna, Daingean Uí Chúis, Co. Chiarraí ; and (iii) reach the school Chiarraí no later than 4pm on 4/05/2023.

Any such submissions must be made on objective grounds

Ceiliúradh Scoil Dhún Chaoin

dhúnfarScoil

Dhún Chaoin’

1973-2023

Ar mhaithe le Forbairt na Scoile

Liam Ó Maonlaí • Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh

Rónán, Colm agus Rossa Ó Snodaigh (Kíla)

Nicole Ní Dhúbhshláine agus Kyle Macaulay

Marcus agus Naoise Mac Conghail • Mhuintir Uí Shé

Róisín Ní Chéileachair • Leanaí Scoil Dhún Chaoin

Ionad an Bhlascaoid

8in, Dé Domhnaigh, 4ú Meitheamh.

Ticéid €25 Ar fáil go háitiúil agus ar Eventbrite

An Chomhairle um Oideachas Gaeltachta & Gaelscolaíochta

Ceiliu´radh Scoil Dhu´n Chaoin Ceiliu´radh Scoil Dhu´n Chaoin

1973-2023

1973-2023

2-4ú Meitheamh 2023

2ú Meitheamh - Dé hAoine IONAD AN BHLASCAOID - 7.30in

Oscailt an Cheiliúrtha agus Seoladh Leabhair, Púcaí Schmúcaí (Futa Fata). Taispeántais Stáitse ó Leanaí na Scoile.

TIGH KRUGER 9:30in

Ceol agus Cuideachtan

3ú Meitheamh - Dé Sathairn SCOIL DHÚN CHAOIN - 7in ‘Bóithrín na Smaointe i Scoil Dhún Chaoin’ Painéal cainte le Seán Mac an tSíthigh dár dtabhairt siar go 1973 agus ar aghaidh go dtí an lá atá inniu ann.

Dé Sathairn 5-7in agus Dé Domhnaigh 11rn-12 meánlae

Taispeántas grianghraf de shaol na scoile le 50 bliain mar aon le taispeántas den mhórshiúl go Baile Átha Cliath i 1971 le feiscint sa Scoil.

4ú Meitheamh - Dé Domhnaigh

Aifreann i Séipéal Dhún Chaoin - 9rn

SCOIL DHÚN CHAOIN - 12 meánlae

‘Oideachas agus Oidhreacht i nDún Chaoin’

Siúlóid Seanchas an Pharóiste le Dáithí de Mórdha

IONAD AN BHLASCAOID 8in

Ceolchoirm an Cheiliúrtha Ceolchoirm an Cheiliúrtha ar mhaithe le forbairt na scoile.

Liam Ó Maonlaí, Muintir Uí Snodaigh (Kíla), Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh, Nicole Ní Dhúbhshláine, Marcus & Naoise Mac Conghail, Muintir Uí Shé, Róisín Ní Chéileachair agus Leanaí na Scoile.

(Ticéid €25 ar Eventbrite agus go háitiúil)

An Chomhairle um Oideachas Gaeltachta & Gaelscolaíochta

Professional Residential & Commercial

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Our service includes:

• Pure water system leaving a streak free finish

• Internal & external window cleaning

• Fascia, soffit and gutter cleaning service

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• Fully registered & insured

• References available

Call or WhatsApp: Andrew 087 -2688653

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Dingle Community Games

Dingle Community Games will take place in Dingle Sports Field Monday May 15th. Registration between 6.00pm – 6.20pm. First event starts at 6.30pm sharp. As we have a limited number of volunteers to run the event we would appreciate it if parents/guardians would stay with their child/children on the night. In order to cover the costs of the event we would really appreciate a €2 donation on the night. If you need any more information about the event or would like to register for one of the field events please contact Anna Corcoran on 086-3141336. Those who qualify in first and second place are eligible to take part in Castleisland on the 24th and 25th of June. If your child qualifies and you will not be able to attend please let us know immediately.

All of the following individual events will be run on the night:

Boys & Girls U/8 years 60M & 80M

Boys & Girls U/10 years 100M & 200M

Boys & Girls U/12 years 100M, 200M & 600M

Boys & Girls U/14 years 100M & 800M

Boys & Girls U/16 years 100M, 200M & 1,500M

We will also run a fun 60m race for under 6 year old boys and girls on the night and a race for all the moms and dads who are brave enough to take part!

If people have interest in taking part in any of the following events please contact us before the end of May and we will give you all of the details and register your child:

60m Hurdles: Age Category Under 10

80m Hurdles: Age Category Under 14

Ball Throw: Age Category: U12 Over 10

Discus: Age Category: U16 Over 14

High Jump: Age Category: U16, Over 14

Javelin: Age Category: U14, Over 12

Long Jump: Age Category: U14 Over 12 & U12 Over 10

Long Puck: Age Category: Boys U12 Over 10 ¦ Girls U14 Over 12

Shot Putt: Age Category: U14 O12

Míle Buíochas.

65 Roses Day (Cystic Fibrosis).

Ba mhaith liom mo bhuíochas a chuir in iúl dos na daoine ar fad a thug cabhair leis an bailiúchán do 65 Roses Day (Cystic Fibrosis).

Breakfast/Accommodation Staff

Approx. Hours 8.30am to 2.45pm

Part-time positions available, Contact

Míle buíochas do phobal Chorca Dhuibhne ar fad a bhí chomh flaithiúl ar an lá.

Sé an méid a bailíodh ná €4,873.75.

- Séamus Ó Lúing

Castlegregory Notes

The Kerry Hospice Foundation: The Kerry Hospice Foundation wishes to thank everyone who participated in the Good Friday walk on the 7th of April and to thank all who,once again, sponsored and donated so generously.

Darkness into Light walk: Castlegregory Darkness into light walk will take place on May 6th. Meeting at the Castlegregory beach car park at 4.30am and we will be going the same route as last year.....from the beach car park , down Cahir road, up to Kelly Height and then back to the beach. All are welcome to participate. Castlegregory will be an official walk as of next year.

This week's soccer club notes.

Result: Division 2A. Lenamore Rovers 2 - 0 Castlegregory Celtic FC B Another tough day at the office for the Bs last Sunday against a strong Lenamore Rovers A.

The Brandon Bay Run: entries are flying in from far and wide for The Brandon Bay Run 2023 which will take place on Saturday 22nd July. Remember,this year all proceeds will go towards the development of the new access and carpark at Paddy Goggin Memorial Park and to local charities/groups. Thanks also to all our fantastic event sponsors who have all been confirmed - keep an eye on our social media platforms for images of this year's medals and t-shirts in the near future. Remember also that online registration remains open on www. brandonbayrun.com.

Pitch development drive: a huge thanks to all that have supported our pitch purchase and development drive to date. To date we have raised over €15,000 of our €40,000 target and last year we were delighted to have completed the pitch purchase which has secured a soccer facility for the area permanently. The next phase will see a new access and car park added to allow for safer access for all ages using the pitch. To donate simply log onto www.gofundme.com and search for Castlegregory Celtic FC.

Save the date-Friday 26th May-"Country Boy"play by the Knocknagoshel: play to be held in the Clubrooms.Time and ticket price will be advertised nearer the time.

Maharees Autumn Gathering 2023 ....8th 9th and 10th September .....This year's theme is fishing. If anyone has any fishing related photos, old or new, please contact Martin Finn or send them to mahareesconservation@gmail.com More details to follow.

Mary's Meals Old Coin Collection: in aid of school meals for children - any old Irish or foreign coins you may have. Collection jar available at the Office

Parents & Toddlers/Babies Group in the Clubrooms every Wednesday: 10.30am - 12pm. Please call Kelly Hennessey: 087 2165100 for further information and if you'd like to attend. Very many thanks for the generous contributions of toys, books & games for the playgroup. We no longer require any more as we now have more than sufficient and there is a limit to what we can store.

Photography competition: A competition is being held to find pictures for next year's calendar (2024). All of you budding photographers can dust off your cameras and get snapping. All entries to castleinfocenter@gmail.com please. You never know ....your entry just might feature in the new calendar.

Castlegregory Care of the Aged/Active Retired dinners in the Clubrooms every Tuesday @ 12.45pm with music, bingo etc afterwards. New members are always welcome. Please ring: 087 2406471 if you would like to come along or if you are a regular and can't make it for any reason.

Castlegregory Care of theAged/Active Retired are looking for a part time employee. This is a part time Community employment position. For further details of the position, please contact Margaret Maunsell, 087 9076256.

Maintenance/ground staff required (eligible for C.E. scheme) in Castlegregory. Please ring Joe Bric: 087 2682097

Whist Results: 20/04/2023 Ladies 1st: Catherine Dowd; 2nd: Mary Shanahan; Interval: Noreen Lynch,Joan Moriarty: Gents: 1st: Mike Rohan: 2nd: Thomas Maunsell; Interval: Mary Murphy, Sheila O'Connor; Mystery: Anne O'Connor, Maeve Deane

News Items If any local groups have any news items they would like to be made known, such as match fixtures, results, courses or anything of special interest-could groups inform the office by 12 midday on Monday mornings so that it can be entered into the local community news items in the newspapers.

Recycling and Refuse Services are provided at both Dillons and Higgins in Tralee.

Tin Whistle Classes in the small clubrooms. Contact Laura: 087 9393076 Email laurakelliher@ yahoo.com All ages welcome.

Chosun Taekwondo-Do Classes every

Thursday. Email: boconnortkd1@gmail.com

Facebook Chosun Taekwon-Do and Fitness Mobile: 087 9837252 if you think your child might like to join his classes.

The Academy of Dance in the Clubrooms .The Academy of Dance is an International AwardWinning Dance Academy offering classes in Classical Ballet, Tap, Lyrical/Contemporary & Modern Jazz. Fully Qualified Teachers, offering Examinations & Performance opportunities. To register or for more information please contact us on 087 2637044 or via email: theacademyofdance@live.ie

Irish Dancing Classes: Saturdays in the Clubrooms. Ring Michael Murphy: 087 2133866 for further information or to enrol.

Ciarán MacGearailt from Baile an Fheirtéaraigh was presented with a University Honours Award at the University of Galway's 38th annual sports awards. Ciarán was recognised for his excellence in sailing, sub aqua and windsurfing.

Ode to Brendan Kennelly, Portrait of a Poet.

Kerry born singer, writer, and producer Noel O'Grady, remembers his long time pal, the poet Brendan Kennelly in poetry, prose, song and anecdote.

Liam O'Neill Art Studio

I The Colony Strand Street Dingle.

Saturday 29th April 1pm

West Kerry GAA

Breandán Fitzgerald

Lee Strand West Kerry League Final 2023:

Dingle 0-10 to 2-4 Lios Pόil

The Lee Strand West Kerry League Final 2023 will have to be played all over again after Dingle and Lios Pόil played out an entertaining draw in a hard-fought game in Páirc an Ághasaigh last Sunday, Dingle 0-10 to 2-4 Lios Pόil.

Lios Pόil started better and were awarded a penalty shortly after the start of the match. Lios Pόil’s Colm Ó Muirthile gave Dingle goalkeeper Gavin H Curran no chance when he converted from the penalty spot. Dingle lost Cathal Bambury with an injury shortly after to add to their woes. Donnacha Ó hUigín kicked a point from play for Lios Pόil and Dingle registered their first score through a Conor Geaney point from play. Tomás Sheehy added another point for Dingle with a kick from play. With 15 minutes

played in the first half of the Lee Strand West Kerry League Final of 2023 the score was, Dingle 0-2 to 1-1 Lios Pόil.

Two Colm Ó Muirthile points from free kicks extended Lios Pόil’s lead. Brian O’Connor kicked a point from play for Dingle and Marc Ó Mainnín kicked a point from a free kick for Lios Pόil. Dingle were reduced to fourteen men when Brian O’Connor was shown a red card. A great pass from Aaron Ó Muircheartaigh to Donnacha Ó hUigín gave him the momentum to round his man and score Lios Pόil’s second goal. Dingle responded with a Conor Flannery point from play and points from free kicks for Tomás Sheehy and Mikey Geaney. When Referee Gary Kissane blew the half time whistle the score in Páirc an Ághasaigh in the Lee Strand West Kerry League Final of 2023 was, Dingle 0-6 to 2-4 Lios Pόil.

Dingle opened the restart with two Tomás Sheehy points from free kicks. Gavan Curran added a point from play for Dingle. With 15 minutes played in the second half of the Lee Strand West Kerry League Final of 2023 the score was, Dingle 0-9 to 2-4 Lios Pόil.

With 19 minutes played Conor Geaney levelled the game with a point from play for Dingle. With both sides defending stoutly, space was at a premium and with some bad shot decisions, the wide tally grew for both teams. Lios Pόil with the extra man should have pressed on. Dingle’s experience stood to them. When Referee Gary Kissane blew the full time whistle the score in Páirc an Ághasaigh in the Lee Strand West Kerry League Final of 2023 was, Dingle 0-10 to 2-4 Lios Pόil.

Dingle: Gavin H Curran, Conor Flannery (01), Seán Óg Moran, Mícheál Flannery, Brian O’Connor (0-1), Tom Leo O’Sullivan, Jack O’Sullivan, Darragh O’Sullivan, Mikey Geaney (01, 1fr), Paul Devane, Mikey Boland, Christopher Kane, Tomás Sheehy (0-4, 3fr), Conor Geaney (02), Cathal Bambury Fir Ionaid: Gavan Curran (0-1)

Lios Pόil: Cathal Ó Súilleabháin, Seán Ó Conchúir, Rónán Ó Grifín, Dara Ó Súilleabháin, Seán Ó Núnáin, Garreth Ó Núnáin, Cathal Ó Gealbháin, Nollag Ó hUigín, Donnacha Ó hUigín (1-1), Cormac Ó Cinnéide, Colm Ó Muirthile (1-2, 1-2fr), Aodán Mac Gearailt, Marc Ó Mainnín (0-1), Séamus Mac Gearailt, Aaron Ó Muircheartaigh

Fir Ionaid: Seán Ó Catháin

Munster GAA Senior Football Championship

Semi-Final

Well done to Jack O’Connor and his Kerry Seniors who defeated Tipperary in the Munster GAA Senior Football Championship Semi-Final last Saturday 22nd April in Fitzgerald Stadium, Killarney, Kerry 0-25 to 0-5 Tipperary. Especially the West Kerry contingent of An Ghaeltacht’s Brian Ó Beaglaoich and Dingle’s Tom O’Sullivan, Paul Geaney and Barry Dan O’Sullivan. We wish them the very best of luck when they play Clare in the Munster GAA Senior Football Championship Final on the 7th of May. Beir bua agus beannacht!

2023 EirGrid GAA Football Under 20 Munster Championship Final

Well done to Tomás Ó Sé and his Kerry U20 Football Team on beating Cork in the 2023 EirGrid GAA Football Under 20 Munster Championship Final in Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Monday 24th April, Cork 1-6 to 2-12 Kerry. Especially the West Kerry contingent of Castlegregory’s Caolán O’Connell & Thomas O’Donnell. We wish them the very of luck when they play Sligo in the All-Ireland U20 Sem-Final on the weekend of May 6/7. Beir bua agus beannacht!

Dingle

Lios Póil

Fried Buttermilk Chicken with Red Cabbage and Fennel Coleslaw

Heat a fryer to 180ºC

Preheat an oven to 180ºC

Once it is marinated, remove them and place them on a wire rack over a bowl to allow the excess drain off. Meanwhile in another bowl, add the flour the rest of the paprika, rest of the curry powder and a pinch of both salt and pepper. Mix this well and then add the chicken pieces. Coat the chicken well with the flour and the spices and carefully place them in the fryer. Be careful not to overload the fryer. Fry the chicken for about 15 minutes and then remove them from the fryer and place them on a tray and put into the oven for about 10 minutes or until it is cooked.

Drain the chicken and season with salt and pepper.

For the coleslaw

Mix the mayonnaise, mustard, lemon zest and juice in a bowl and add a little cider vinegar to taste. Mix in the vegetables and mix well to coat. Season with salt and pepper and parsley.

Serve the chicken with a side of coleslaw.

Mark Murphy, Dingle Cookery School

Fried chicken when done well is so tasty. By allowing it to marinate over night in buttermilk will tenderise it slightly and will give it a slightly acidic flavour. What you are hoping to achieve is to have a really juicy chicken with a golden crispy crust. It will be crispier if you use the deep fat fryer but if you do not want to use the fryer you can place them in the oven (180º) for about 25-30 minutes.

The red cabbage coleslaw will give you an alternative to the normal cabbage coleslaw and is perfect as a side dish especially with fried food.

INGREDIENTS

for the chicken

10 chicken thighs or drumsticks

1 litre of buttermilk

2 tsp. paprika

1 tsp. curry powder

sea salt

ground black pepper.

200g flour

oil for frying

for the coleslaw

150g mayonnaise

1 tbsp. of wholegrain mustard

1 lemon zested and juiced

dash of cider vinegar

½ head of red cabbage finely sliced

2 carrots peeled and grated

1 fennel bulb finely sliced

2 sticks of celery finely sliced

Salt and Pepper

Parsley finely chopped

METHOD

Add the buttermilk, half of the paprika, half of the curry powder, 2 tablespoons of salt and a pinch of pepper to a bow. Mix this all together. Add the chicken pieces and allow this to marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

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BOOK A FIRE RITUAL TODAY

Visit the Dingle Druid Workshop and Ceremonial Garden in Burnham near Dingle; I welcome groups and individuals for bespoke experiences, harnessing the sacred power of fire for:

• personal healing

• transformation

• ancestral healing

• awakening

• intention setting & manifestation grounding

• connecting with ourselves, each other and Nature

Oíche Cheiliúrtha RnaG

Dé hAoine 28 Aibreán craolfar coirm cheoil cheiliúrtha an deiscirt beo ó Óstán Ghobnatan i mBaile Mhuirne mar chuid de cheiliúradh caoga bliain RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta. Is í Sláine Ní Chathalláin a chuirfidh Oíche san Abbey i láthair, agus beidh plúr na gceoltóirí ó cheantair Ghaeltachta Chiarraí, Chorcaí agus Phort Láirge ar stáitse.

Dúirt Dara Ó Cinnéide, Bainisteoir Réigiún an Deiscirt RTÉ RnaG:

"Deis í seo buíochas a ghabháil leis an bpobal a bhíonn chomh dílis dúinn i gcónaí agus iad ag tabhairt cluais éisteachta le breis is leathchéad bliain. Tabharfaidh siamsaíocht na hoíche blaise de chumas ealaíne na muintire don éisteoir agus beidh údar misnigh sa teacht chéile do phobal Raidió na Gaeltachta féin."

Beidh trí chór ar an ardán ar an oíche - Cór Fear na nDéise, Cór Chúil Aodha agus Cór Ban Chúil Aodha. Cloisfimid na hamhránaithe Máire Ní Chéileachair, Seán Ó Sé, Anne Mulqueen, Páidí Mhárthain Mac Gearailt agus Mossie Ó Scanláin. Chomh maith leo siúd uilig, beidh ceol den chéad scoth ann ó Rinn ó na deartháireacha Cárthach agus Macdara Ó Faoláin, agus Donnchadh Gough agus Paddy Tutty le Brendan, Noel agus Dónal Clancy. Beidh laochra ceoil Chorcaí ann - Matt Cranitch agus Jackie Daly le Caoimhe agus Eimhear Flannery agus Muintir Mheachair ó Chúil Aodha. Beidh sárcheoltóirí na Ríochta ann freisin dar ndóigh, Breanndán Ó Beaglaoich agus a chairde, Máire Breathnach agus a mac Ruairí, Aoife agus Deirdre Granville, agus Méabh Ní Bheaglaoich, Eoin Ó Beaglaoich, Nicole Ní Dhubhshláine agus Kyle McAuley.

Beidh mír ón gceoldráma nua Tuairín Dubh le pobal Bhéal Átha an Ghaorthaidh mar chuid den ócáid freisin, chomh maith le filíocht. Beidh páistí ó Scoil Náisiúnta Chúil Aodha páirteach san ócáid, agus beidh ceol le Craobh Laichtín Naofa CCÉ Chill na Martra. Beidh ticéid don choirm cheoil le buachaint ar chláracha RnaG. Craolfar Oíche san Abbey beo ar RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta ó 7 pm Dé hAoine 28 Aibreán, agus beidh sé le feiceáil beo ar líne freisin ar leathanach Facebook RnaG.

Solar Systems

Tom Kennedy

Solar..panels or tubes, what's the difference? Well they both provide hot water when heated by the sun’s energy, thus saving you energy, be it oil, gas or electricity.

A solar system will save up to 70% of your annual hot water bill. When it comes to tubes versus panels, the tubes are marginally more efficient than panels, but realistically the difference is small, especially when we have had such a great spell of sunshine. There is another "solar system" known in the trade as "Thermodynamic" this is a solar panel that works in the dark. Yes with no sunshine, you ask how!

Well the answer is simple really, it's not a solar panel it's a heat pump. The way it works is a panel is fitted to your roof which is connected to a unit and cylinder in your hot press. This is a compressor similar to what's found in a fridge, this unit pumps a refrigerant gas into the panel where it heats due to the fact that the gas has a very low boiling point of about -25 Celsius so this hot gas comes back into the unit, where the gas is compressed to make it hotter, the heat is then transferred to create heat. However, this unit

Comhghairdeas ó chroí go foireann fé 14 Rugbaí Chorca Dhuibhne (RCD), faoi stiúir Paddy Ó Fiannachta agus Rob Williams, a bhuaigh comórtas Cúige Mumhan Thiar ar an Satharn. Cumann beag le chroí mór.

Work is underway on an archaeological excavation of a Clochán at Bhóthar an Trasnaigh, Fahan, Slea Head overlooking the coastal promontry fort at Dunbeg.

The clochán (beehive hut) can clearly be seen emerging from the lower slopes of Mount Eagle. The excavation is being funded by the landowner and licensed by the National Monuments Service.

News from Dingle Hub

Chorca Dhuibhne Tourism & Hospitability SEC

Anyone who missed our on-line meeting please contact ann@dinglehub.com and we will send you out the link to re-watch. This month's meeting, we spoke to Barry from DC Six Technologies who spoke about their involvement in the SEC and Aileen from Fáilte Ireland who informed us about the Carbon Calculator and Fáilte Ireland’s climate toolkit for businesses. If anyone wants a master class on the carbon calculator, let us know and we can arrange a group master class with Aileen free of charge.

Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme

If you have experienced an increase of 30% in electricity or natural gas usage don’t forget the Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme!

The TBESS is business payment scheme introduced by the government which aims to assist qualifying businesses with their rising electricity or natural gas costs over the winter months.

To be eligible to apply for the TBESS, businesses must be able to show that the unit cost on their electricity or gas bills has gone up by 30% (this was originally as 50% but was reduced in April 2023). Businesses must also be eligible for a tax clearance cert, to apply.

The support available is 40% of the increase in the electricity and/or gas bill amount, and that applies for claim periods from September 2022 to February 2023, up to a limit of €10,000 per premises per month. And 50% of the increase in electricity and/or gas bill from March 2023 to May 2023 with a limit of €15,000 per premises per month.

The scheme operates on a self-assessment basis; you’re not required to submit any documents when making a claim. There’s no need to carry out calculations as the Revenue system will carry out all the calculations based on the details you input from the relevant electricity and/or gas bills – relating to both reference and claim periods. i.e., January 2022 and January 2023.

Where a business is operated out of the business owner’s home, and the MPRN or GPRN supplies both the business and the home, the business owner is required to input the percentage of ‘eligible use’

All you need to do is input the details from your bills and the system will do the heavy lifting for you.

Log into revenue online services (ROS) and click on the claim portal for TBESS. To submit your claim, the following details are required:

• Price (exclusing VAT) and unit information from your energy bills for both the claim and reference period (i.e., January 2022 and January 2023)

• Copies of your energy bills for verification

• Bank details (so that the TBESS payment can be sent to your account)

• MPRN or GPRN number

And all claims need to be in by 31 July 2023. Táimid fós ag glacadh le baill do PFI Turasóireachta agus Fáilteachais Chorca Dhuibhne. Glac ballraíocht, más é bhúr dtoil é, tríd an nasc a leanúint nó tríd an cód QR a scanáil. https://dinglehub.com/projects/sustainability/#tourism

KILN REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE

I am organising a man to come down from the North to check our kilns. The traveling cost is expensive so the more of us that need this service the cheaper it will become. The basic kiln service is about €90.

Please contact me for more details: Lynne on 087-1309803

Front L-R: Caroline Van Der Weerdt (Ploutos), Deirdre de Bhailís (Dingle Hub), Caolán Barron, Photographer & Art Director, Bernard O’ Sullivan (Dingle Hub).

Back L-R: Larysa Samosonok, Agri Business Development Specialist, Michael O’ Dowd – Ring of Kerry Apple Juice, Tommy Reidy (Regenerative Farmer, Dingle Hub), Andrea Kerstens, Dinny Galvin (Dairy Farmer and Dingle Hub), Rick Gilsing (Ploutos), Caroline Ní Nuallain Bainisteoir Comharchumann Forbartha Mhúscraí, Aidan O’Connor (Farmer), Hazel Blennerhassett (Dingle Hub), James Greany (Skyscraper & Dingle Hub), Donal Quin ENSO

Important Notice

Between 15th & 19th May children in Castlegregory will take part in a Bike Week initiative (Kerry County Council and Dingle Hub).

Please be mindful while driving in the area between 8:30 and 9:15 and 14:00 and 16:00

An Scuab Dhraíochta

Tá scuab phéinteála agam sa bhaile

Tá brú agus marcanna air

Is taisce clainne ata sa scuab seo

Le blianta staire agus scéalta

M’athair

Ag péinteáil an gheata

An scuab dhraíochta ina láimh

Boom….dath dearg ar an ngeata

Dath nua

Daoine difriúla

Mo sheanathair

Ag péinteáil ar an bhfalla

An scuab dhraíochta ina láimh

Boom…dath gorm ar an bhfalla

Lámha nua

Dath nua

Daoine difriúla

M’aintín

Ag péinteáil an bhoird

An scuab dhraíochta ina láimh

Boom…dath glas ar an mbord

Dath nua

Daoine difriúla

Mo shin-sheanmháthair

Ag péinteáil an gheata timpeall ar na cearca

An scuab dhraíochta ina láimh

Boom…dath corcra ar an ngeata

Lámha nua

Dath nua

Daoine difriúla.

- Lizzy Ní Argáin

Port na bPúcaí

Chuala mé port á sheinm

Go ciúin san oíche

Bhí mé i mo chodladh sa leaba

Nuair a chluala mé é.

Dhúisíos le preab

Ag an nglór ait, íseal

An ghaoth ag séideadh go láidir

Bhí sé deacair é a choisteáil.

Ní raibh fhios agam cad é

An glór binn, séimh

Ach tá scéal aisteach ag baint leis

Tá fhios agam.

Sióga nó púcaí

Tá fearg orthu

Ag iarraidh díoltas a bhaint amach

Níl siad sásta.

Stop an ghaoth

Agus stop an ceol

Séideadh amach na coinnle

Tá duine éigin i dtrioblóid.

- Úna Nic Cárthaigh

An Fómhar

Duilleoga ag titim, scamaill sa spéir

An aimsir ag éirí fuar, na muca san fhéar Boladh úr san atmaisféar, leabhar nua i mo láimh

Duilleoga ag casadh dathanna difriúla, ag titim san abhainn, ag snámh

Liathróid á chiceáil timpeall na páirce, cúl á fháil

Spéir shoiléir, dheas agus ghorm, scamaill á bhfeiceáil

Brioscarnach seanadhuilleoga, tine ar siúl Clog na scoile

Ag mothú nua ag teacht leis an ngaoth

Ag fágaint na bhfadhbanna leis an lá inné

Scoil ag teacht anois, le heolas agus cairde

An blas ar an dinnéar scoile, an radharc ar an bhfarraige

Na laethanta ag éirí níos giorra

Síochán ag titim ar an tír.

- Robyn Nic Gabhann

An Chéad Lá den Samhradh

Bhí an lá go hálainn

Bhí an boladh timpeall go haoibhinn ar fad

Ach cad é an boladh?

Bhí boladh ón bhféar úr

Bhí boladh ón ngualach ar an mbeárbaiciú

Bhí boladh ó na héadaí ar an líne

Bhí a lán fuaimeanna timpeall

Bhí na beacha ag léimt ó pheiteal go peiteal

Bhí na tarracóirí agus na trailers ina luas ar an mbóthar

Ní raibh sé fuar

Bhí uachtar reoite i mo láimh

Bhí na héin ag canadh ar na crainn

Bhí na páistí ag rith timpeall ag screadaíl go sona sásta

Bhí lá iontach ann, ach anois tá dath dearg orm.

- Derville Ní Loinsigh

An Samhradh

An ghrian ag taitneamh in árd na spéire

Na tonnta san fharraige ag bualadh i gcoinne na haille Léim……..

Plab mór nuair a bhuaileas an t-uisce

Blas salainn i mo bhéal

Súile pianmhara ag oscailt

Téim ag snámh.

Smugairle róin ag sleamhnú tríd an uisce

Beag agus mór le dathanna difriúla

Éisc bheaga le chéile ag dul ina slí féin

An rón mór ag luascadh ar an bhfarraige Ag dul go dtí an cloch mhór thall ansan.

Feamainn ar ghrinneall na farraige

An gaineamh bog agus sliogáin dheasa thíos fúm

Cloisim m’athair ag screadadh m’ainm

Téim isteach go dtí an trá

Chun m’uachtar reoite d’fháil.

- Lizzy Ní Árgáin

Teacht an Earraigh

An tEarrach a bhí ann

Bhí an bháisteach ag titim

Is aoibhinn liom an tEarrach

Bhuail mé le mo chairde go léir

Chuaigh mé go dtí an siopa

Cheannaigh mé uachtar reoite

Bhí an blas go hálainn ar fad

Is aoibhinn liom an tEarrach

Shiúlaíomar abhaile ar an trá

Bhí an radharc ar fheabhas

Bhí sé cosúil leis an Spáinn

Is aoibhinn liom an tEarrach

Chuaigh mo chairde abhaile

Agus chuas féin ag snámh

Is aoibhinn liom an tEarrach

Deir daoine go bhfuil

An Samhradh nios fearr

Ach ceapaim go bhfuil

An tEarrach tharr barr.

- Alison Nic an Ghoill

Scríbhneoireacht chruthaitheach ag daltaí Bhliain 2 Coláiste Íde, fé stiúir Scríbhneoir Cónaitheach Oidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne, Dairena Ní Chinnéide.

Tá’n t-am ag imeacht chomh tapaidh! Nach deas é na na turasóirí a fheiscint ag filleadh ar an gceantar, agus Gaelainn á labhairt ag roinnt mhaith acu timpeall na leithinise. An raibh fhios agat gurb í an Ghaelainn an tríú chúis is mó go dtagann daoine go Corca Dhuibhne? Beidh níos mó ná cúpla focal Gaelainne le clos an samhradh seo ós na héinne, le sprioad deas timpeall na háite agus go leor Féiltí agus imeachtaí eagraithe don bpobal anseo sa Ghaeltacht.

Imeachtaí / Events

Beidh GaelGÁIRÍ thíos againn d’Fhéile na Bealtaine - ná caill seo Dé Sathairn, 21:00 i dTigh Mhic Chárthaigh sa Daingean! Bígí linn!

Tá “Caife agus Cadaráil” tosnaithe againn aríst! Caife & Cadaráil, a weekly coffee meet up in Ceann Trá, will take place outside Siopa Uí Lúing gach Céadaoin ag a 11:30. Tar agus seasfaimid caife duit!

Ainmníodh Comharchumann Forbartha Chorca Dhuibhne mar bhuaiteoir náisiúnta i gComórtas Ghlór na nGael in Ard Mhacha le déanaí, agus an tarna háit fachta againn don gCoiste is Fearr sa tír, agus €5,000 lena chois sin.

Anuas air sin, fuair an Comharchumann aitheantas don obair i réimse an teaghlaigh agus an 1ú áit sa Rannóg san buaite againn - ár seasamh ar Orlaith Ruiséal a bhíonn ceannródaíoch san obair san.

Comhghairdeachas lenar gcairde dílis i nDúchas an Daingin chomh maith as duais aitheantais GRADAIM a bhuachaint.

B’iad dreamanna ó Chorca Dhuibhne an t-aon ghrúpa ó Chúige Mumhan a bhuaigh duaiseanna ag an ócáid seo, táimid ana bhaoch as an aitheantas seo ar ár gcuid iarrachtaí an Ghaelainn a chur chun cinn.

Nodanna do Thuismitheoirí Gaelainn a úsáid sa bhaile. Tips for Parents to use Irish at home.

Beidh Lá na bPáistí ar siúl le linn Fhéile na Bealtaine & imeachtaí do theaghlaigh chomh maith. Tóraíocht Taisce, Picnic na dTeidithe & srl. Deis iontach é seo meascadh le teaghlaigh eile atá ag tógaint a gclann le Gaelainn.

Deascéalta / Good news

• Míle comhghairdeachas le hAisteoirí Bhréanainn agus an Fhéile Náisiúnta Drámaíochta ar siúl ar an bhFeothanaigh le déanaí.

• Ár seasamh ar Mhalachaí Ó Ciardhubháin a bhuaigh duais náisiúnta Fresh Film don script is fearr dá shathaor “Nellie” - ar fáil anois ar YouTube.

• Beidh “Ó Dhólás go Sólás” (Darkness into Light) le Pieta House ar siúl go luath, ar an 6ú Bealtaine, agus go leor fógraí as Gaelainn crochta acu sa cheantar - go haoibhinn le feiscint.

Deiseanna / Opportunities

• Oifigeach Gaeilge - RTÉ

• Rúnaí/Fáilteoir - TG4 Léachtóir san

• Léachtóir san Oideachas (Gaeilge)

Tomhais na coicíse

Ábhar déiríochta nach mbíonn leáite, ach gan é sa samhradh nach sinn a bheadh cráite. Cad é?

Cuir freagra chugainn @tobardhuibhne ar Instagram, ar WhatsApp (087 376 9538) nó ar r-phost!

Tomhais, freagra & buaiteoirí an eagráin seo chaite: Cuán Ó Flatharta; Gill & SIún Uí Mhuircheartaigh; Lís Ní Chiobháin; Séaghan ó Úll-abháin; Tómas Mac Síthigh.

Chomh hard le falla, chomh dearg le fuil, Chomh bán le sneachta, chomh milis le mil. Cad é?

Gach eolas – LinkTree (nascanna) nó an cód QR

thíos: www.linktr.ee/TobarDhuibhne

All info about Tobar Dhuibhne can be found on the link or the QR code (bottom of page).

Ríomhphost: pleanteanga@cfcd.ie

Suíomh Idirlín: www.tobardhuibhne.ie

https://linktr.ee/TobarDhuibhne

Fón oifige: (066) 9156 100 – brúigh 3

John Prendergast, Evelyn Ní Lúing & Caitlín Ní Shúilleabháin

j.prendergast@cfcd.ie ocpt@cfcd.ie 087 376 9538 087 377 9337

Ar mbuíochas le Áine Ní Chíobháin a bhí againn don dtogra ‘Laochra Am Lóin’ an mhí seo desna meánscoileanna sa cheantar, agus ár mbaochas le Thyme Out chomh

maith as an spás aoibhinn a thabhairt dúinn!

Cristín de Mórdha, Dúchas an Daingin, John Prendergast, Tobar Dhuibhne agus Orlaith Ruiséal, Tús Maith & Oidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne ag glacadh lena ngradam Náisiúnta Ghlór na nGael ag an mbronnadh in Ard Mhacha.

Dul Chun Cinn, Más de Bheagán é

Mícheál Ó hUanacháin

Ba léir feabhas mór sna Ciarraígh agus Gaillimh Aontaithe ar cuairt chucu. In ionad an slad a d'imir lucht Chathair na dTreabh orthu thuas i dTír Oileáin, ní hamháin nár ghéilleadar aon chúl sna 45 nóiméid tosaigh, ach chuadar chun tosaigh go gairid roimh an bhriseadh nuair a bhi Ryan Kelliher san áit cheart chun liathróid ard ó Leo Gaxha a bhualadh isteach san eangach lena cheann.

Ach is baolach nach raibh an fhead am sosa séidte sarar chuir David Hurley an liathróid i gcúl Chiarraí lena cheann in am chúiteamh gortaithe agus comhscór faighte aige dá bharr. Ba chóir an chaid bheith bailithe leis ag cúlbáire na gCiarraíoch, Wayne Guthrie, ach pé acu raibh scáth air dul i ngreamú leis an nGaillimheach, agus cárta buí faighte cheana féin aige, nó ar léim sé beagán ró-luath, chlis air agus bhí na foirne cothrom arís.

Ba léir an díomá ar an bhfoireann baile, díomá nár scaipeadh i gceart sa dara leath, ainneoin a gcuid tréan-iarrachtaí go deireadh. An scór deiridh, 1-4, bhraith sé ar chúl a scóráil Stephen Walsh agus é i mbun cailíse ar Kevin Williams, ba chosúil. Ní ró-mhaith a chruthaigh an Réiteoir sa chluiche sin, Daniel Murphy.

Fós féin, ba mhór an éacht acu ladradh eile a sheachaint ón bhfoireann nach bhfuil pointe amháin féin caillte acu go fóill an séasúr seo.

An tseachtain roimhe, ba ó chic cúinne agus gan ach fiche nóiméid fanta sa chluiche a d'éirigh le Port Láirge an svae a fháil agus iad sa bhaile. Go dtí sin bhí cosaint thar barr déanta ag lucht Thrá Lí, agus Guthrie ar a mhíle dhícheall sa chúl, chomh maith le hobair den scoth ag Jonathan Hannafin agus Samuel Aladesanusi.

Ba léir go raibh na cuairteoirí níos fuinniúla agus níos díograisí ná mar a bhí muintir na nDéise ag súil leis, agus theip ar Phort Láirge cur leis an scór as sin go deireadh.

Braithim go bhfuil iarracht de phátrún ag teacht chun cinn anseo: dhá chluiche caillte ag na Ciarraígh ar an scór 0-1, agus an cúl buacach scóráilte ag druidim le deireadh an chluiche – san 88ú nóiméad ag Baile Átha Luain, mar shampla. Dhá chluiche eile ar comhscór acu, cúl an taobh, tar éis do Chiarraí dul chun cinn níos túisce.

B'fhéidir gur fadhb é sin atá aitheanta ag foirne eile cheana, imreoirí gan bheith in iomlán a gcorpacmhainne, agus a gcuid aclaíochta ag tráth roimh deireadh an 90 nóiméid. Is cinnte go dteastaíonn díriú breise ón gcosaint ag druidim le deireadh na gcluichí, agus b'fhéidir an lucht scórála bheith beagán níos cruinne – sheol Trpimir Vrljicak cic láidir in aghaidh chrosbharra na Gaillimhe agus an cúlbáire buailte, gan ach deich nóiméad ar éigin fanta sa gcluiche i bPáirc Chnocán an Éin.

CLINICS-2ND MONDAY OF THE MONTH. NEXT CLINIC 8th MAY

Milltown: Larkins 6.15pm

Killorglin: Jim Shea's 7pm

Léargas an Lae: An

Bualadh Bos Seasta

Louise Nic an tSionnaigh

Bhuel. Conas atánn tú? Bhíomar as baile don eagrán deireannach. Gabh mo leithscéal. Agus cé go mbainim taitneamh as seo a scríobh, más rogha é idir grian, uachtar reoite agus FAIC a dhéanamh, agus é seo . . . bhuel . . . Ar aon chuma, táim imithe amú; chuas go seó in Siamsa Tíre cúpla seachtain ó shin. Ceoldráma a bhí ann – “Ghost.” Bhí an aisteoireacht maith a dhóthain, an amhránaíocht ana-mhaith ar fad . . . ach na héifeachtaí speisialta - bhíodar dochreidte. Ar chomhleibhéal le haon réimse éifeachtaí a bhfacthas in aon amharclann mór le rá. An méid samhlaíochta agus cruthaitheachais a chuireadh iontu! Sheasas ag an ndeireadh in ómós dóibh, agus do dhuine amháin ón bhfoireann a thug beocht speisialta isteach sa seó. Ach déarfainn gurb mise an duine deireanach a sheas. Beagnach chomh luath is a chríochnaigh an rud, bhí ana-chuid den slua ar a gcosa.

Nílim ag rá nach seó iontach taitneamhach a bhí ann, nó nach raibh sé tuillte, nó nach raibh fonn ar na daoine siúd seasamh. Ach (“Seo chugainn an cancráin," a chloisim) má théann tú go dtí an amharclann anois, tabharfaidh tú fé ndeara go bhfuil an bualadh bos seasta i bhfad níos comónta ná mar a bhí. Is minic gur mise an t-aon duine a bhíonn fós suite ag deireadh seó, agus ní dóigh liom go bhfuil caighdeán dosháraithe agam! Tráth (é sin le rá, “In MY day…” as Béarla, i nguth ag crith le haois), b’eisceacht é bualadh bos seasta a fháil. Anois má osclaítear clúdach litreach seasann duine éigin in airde . . . ahh, ag magadh atáim i ndóthair, ach cheapas go raibh an bualadh bos seasta ann chun taispeáint go raibh an léiriúchán suntasach; speisialta; as cuimse i slí éigin. Cad a dheinfidh lucht féachana anois má shroicheann seó caighdeán thar barr ar fad? Tá na lámha in úsáid cheana féin - an ngreadfaimid cos? Cleas an rotha? An can-can? Is cuimhin liom bheith ag féachaint ar an Eurovision i 1994. Don sos idir an dá leath, bhí rud beag darb ainm “Riverdance.” Rince Gaelach? Zzzzzzz. D’fhéadfá é sin a fheiscint am ar bith. Ach sílim gur stopas ag análú ag breathnú air. Bhain na mílte lán a tsúile as, agus ag an ndeireadh, níor sheas na daoine: léimeadar amach as na suíocháin. Phléasc an áit. Daoine ar fud na hEorpa ar aon intinn mar bhí a fhios acu go raibh léiriúchán fíoreisceachtúil feicthe acu. Píosa beag staire b’fhéidir. Rud nach ndéanfar dearúd air go deo. Rud a athraíonn meon agus croí agus anam. Iad siúd na cúiseanna bualadh bos seasta a thabhairt, a cheapas. Ní mar go bhfuil gach éinne eile.

Ag teacht ar an scéal ó threo difriúil, déarfainn go mb’fhearr le haisteoirí bualadh bos seasta amháin le brí a fháilt i rith a saoil ná ceann gach uile seó – mar nuair a tharlaíonn sé chomh minic sin, imíonn an bhrí sin. D’fhéadfá a bheith ana-lag mar aisteoir, amhránaí, stiúrthóir, scríbhneoir, agus a thuilleadh nach iad – ach fós sa lá atá inniu ann, ana-sheans go gheobhaidh tú raidhse bualadh bos seasta. So conas go mbeidh fhios agat go bhfuil obair le déanamh agat chun feabhais a chur ar do ghairm, agus cur le do chuid scileanna, ionas go n-éireoidh tú níos fearr? Ní fiú iarracht a dhéanamh má tá siad chun teacht ar aon nós.

Fiú le traenáil madraí, molann teagascóirí na duaiseanna agus smailceanna is fearr a choimeád don uair a dhéanann an madra an rud atá uait anathapaidh nó ana-chruinn. Ní gach uair, mar ansan cailleann sé brí; do na

heisceachtaí amháin. Tuigeann na madraí é sin fiú! Cuirim an locht ar chláracha ar nós “X-Factor”, agus a leithéid. Má chanann duine nóta ard, seasann an slua. Má n-athraíonn an gléas, seasann siad. Má dhéanann siad na súile a chaochadh . . . bhuel, tuigeann tú an pointe atá á dhéanamh agam. Deirtear leis na daoine seo go gcaithfear seasamh, gan dabht, ach bíonn tionchar láidir ag cláracha teilifíse ar an tsochaí agus orainne, na “Sheeple”, (baaaa) a dhéanann aithris ar an rud a chífimid go rialta. Cloistear abairtí sna meáin cosúil le “Fuair an chéad oíche sé bualadh bos seasta,” mar mhaíomh. Agus?! Ní chiallaíonn sé sin faic a thuilleadh. Bíonn sé deacair do thóin a choimeád greammaithe le suíochán agus a bheith mar aonarán. Ach ar a laghad ansan nuair a dhéanann tú bualadh bos seasta, beidh brí leis. Tusa Simon Cowell; iad siúd Louis Walsh. Aríst, nílim ag rá nach bhfuil fonn ar ana-chuid den slua seasamh, ach tá sé ag éirí níos mó agus níos mó mar nós in ionad rogha. Agus nós is ea rud éigin atá forleathan. Ní rud eisceachtúil é. Ní rud a dhéanann tú do chuid machnaimh air. So cá dtéimid mar sin chun meas thar cinn a léiriú?

Dúirt Michael Henderson, iriseoir agus scríbhneoir, cúpla bliain ó shin (ag tagairt don ábhar seo), “An cancar seo sna hamharclanna, tá sé fréamhaithe i naircisíocht atá tar éis scaipeadh tríd gach gné den tsaol.” Luaigh sé teacht go dtí an amharclann déanach, fágaint luath, agus a bheith ag ithe nó ag freagairt an fóin i rith seó san alt céanna. Ouch. Ach b’fhéidir go bhfuil cuid den bhfírinne ann. Agus tagaim go hiomlán leis.

Agus, leis sin, cuirim clabhsúr ar mo chuid rámhaille agus clamhsán . . . ar feadh coicíse. No, ná seas. Ach go raibh maith agat.

Ceol Beo / Live Music

Clochán BréannainnCloghane Brandon

Monday 1st May

7.30 Halla le Chéile - Tinteán Ceoil

Monday 8th May

7.30 Halla le Chéile - Tinteán Ceoil

Dingle-Daingean Uí Chúis

Thursday 27th April

9.00 The Dingle Pub -Rockin' Jimmy & Mad Paddy

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Teresa Horgan & Gerry O'Beirne

9.30 O'Flaherty's - Open session with Fergus

Friday 28th April

6.30 Kennedy's - Variety Americano -Open Session

6.00 The Dingle Pub -Sonas

9.15 John Benny's - Jeremy Spencer (Fiddle), Sean Leahy (Guitar)

9.30 Neligan's - Open session

9.00 Neligan's - Open session

9.00 The Dingle Pub -Bryan Murphy & Eoin Turner

9.30 Courthouse Pub -Jeremy Spencer & Tommy O'Sullivan

Monday 1st May

6.00 The Dingle Pub -Sonas

9.00 Neligan's - Set Dancing

9.00 Dingle Pub -The Reel Brothers

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Caroline Keane & Tommy O'Sullivan

Tuesday 2nd May

6.00 The Dingle Pub -Sonas

9.00 Neligan's - Open session

9.00 Dingle Pub -Dreams Of Freedom

9.30 O'Flaherty's - Open session with Fergus

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Aoife Granville & Tommy O'Sullivan

Wednesday 3rd May

6.00 The Dingle Pub -Sonas

9.00 Neligan's - Singing session

9.00 Dingle Pub -Dreams Of Freedom

9.15 John Benny's - Eilis Kennedy (Singer), Gerry O Beirne (Guitar, Vocals) & Guest.

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Aoife Granville & Tommy O'Sullivan

Thursday 4th May

9.00

9.00 Dingle Pub -The Reel Brothers

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Caroline Keane & Tommy O'Sullivan

Tuesday 9th May

6.00 The Dingle Pub -Sonas

9.00 Neligan's - Open session

9.00 Dingle Pub -Dreams Of Freedom

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Aoife Granville & Tommy O'Sullivan

Wednesday 10th May

6.00 The Dingle Pub -Sonas

9.00 Neligan's - Singing session

9.00 Dingle Pub -Dreams Of Freedom

9.15 John Benny's - Eilis Kennedy (Singer), Gerry O Beirne (Guitar, Vocals) & Guest.

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Aoife Granville & Tommy O'Sullivan

10.15 Paul Geaney's -Jack Fitzgerald

Saturday 29th April

6.00 The Dingle Pub -Sonas

9.00 Neligan's - Open session

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Eoin Duignan & Tommy O'Sullivan

9.30 O'Flaherty's - Open session with Fergus

9.30 The Dingle Pub -High Tide

10.15 Paul Geaney's -David Moul

Sunday 30th April

6.30 Marina Inn - Sunday session with Tom & Caroline

6.00 The Dingle Pub -Sonas

9.00 Neligan's - Open session

9.00 The Dingle Pub -Rockin' Jimmy & Mad Paddy

9.30 Courthouse Pub - Teresa Horgan & Gerry O'Beirne

9.30 O'Flaherty's - Open session with Fergus

Friday 5th May

6.30 Kennedy's - Variety Americano -Open

Pub

9.15 John Benny's - Jeremy Spencer (Fiddle), Sean Leahy (Guitar)

2023-2024

Ta fíorchaoin fáilte roimh thuismitheoiri agus roimh chaomhnóiri iarratas le haghaidh clarú don bhliain 2023-2024 a líonadh isteach anois. Gach eolas ar fáil ach glaoch a chur ar Mháiréad ag 066-9159816 nó 087-669991.

thuismitheoiri agus roimh chaomhnóiri iarratas le haghaidh clarú don bhliain 2023-2024 a líonadh isteach anois. Gach eolas ar fáil ach glaoch a chur ar Mháiréad ag 066-9159816 n6 087 669991.

We extend a warm invitation to parents/guardians to apply for registration in Scoil Chaitlin Naofa for the 2023-2024school year. Please contact Mairead on 066-9159816 or 087-6699901 for further information.

Cromane News

Jane Casey

GAA: CLUB LOTTO: There was no winner of last Wednesday evening’s club lotto jackpot draw of €8,500. The numbers drawn were: 2,13,3,5. The winners of €40 each were Pa Shea, Cromane Cross - Ticket sold by Jack's. Robert McCormack, Tulligmore - Ticket sold by Jack's. Sharon Clifford, Mountain Stage - On Line Ticket. Ger Houlihan, Dooks- Ticket sold at Jacks. Jackpot €8,600 on 26th April 23.

You can purchase your lotto tickets from Jack’s Bar and Restaurant; The Red Fox Inn; Hannah Mary’s shop; Mad Mix, Killorglin; O’Grady’s Bar, Killorglin, and in Killorglin Credit Union. Many thanks to all of our lotto supporters and sellers.

Cromane GAA

PRIMARY GAME: Well done to Cromane's Daragh O'Connor, a pupil at Scoil Réalt na Mara, Cromane, who represented Kerry in the Munster Primary Game during half time in the Munster SFC semi-final on Saturday. Well done Daragh, mighty day! A great honour for you and your family.

SENIORS: County League Division 4 result: Cromane 1-8 St Pat’s, Blennerville 0-8

The Cromane seniors continued their winning start in Division 4 of the county league with a three-point win in Cromane on Sunday.

A goal ten minutes from time from Liam O’Neill proved to be the difference. The goal gave Cromane a five-point cushion (1-7 to 0-5), the biggest lead of the game that they never lost.

It was a low-scoring first half with four points shared at the break, 0-2 apiece. Darren Houlihan and Donnchadh Walsh on the scoreboard for the home side.

Cromane started the second half well and had two points on the board in the opening two minutes, two fine efforts from Sean O’Sullivan (a free) and Mikey Houlihan from play.

St Pat’s were back level by the 39th minute but then Cromane enjoyed their best passage of football over the hour in a game that was a real battle throughout.

Points from Danny O’Shea and Tony Duffy followed before Liam O’Neill’s goal put Cromane 1-7 to 0-5 ahead.

The visitors managed to come within a goal entering injury time but another Danny O’Shea point sealed the win for Cromane.

Our seniors play round 5 of the county league next weekend in Ballyduff.

Team: Danny Healy; Shane Ahern, Conor Sugrue, Brice Dourieu; Cian Lyons, Eanna Healy, Ethan Griffin; Sean Teahan, Darren Houlihan; Tony Duffy, Jason O’Connor, Donnchadh Walsh; Danny O’Shea, Sean O’Sullivan, Mikey Houlihan. Subs: Finbar Casey, Liam O’Neill, Joshua O’Sullivan, Liam Joy.

SAFEGUARDING: Coaches and club officers from Cromane GAA Club attended a Child Protection in Sport Awareness (Safeguarding 1) Workshop in Cromane Community Centre last Friday evening and Saturday morning. Many thanks to our Children’s Officer Sandra Healy for organising. The club’s Designated Liaison Officer is chairman JP McCarthy. Our thanks to tutor Colette Murphy for presenting the workshop in an accessible and informative manner.

UNDERAGE TRAINING: Our underage training sessions have returned, every Sunday at Cromane GAA pitch from 10.30am.

FIXTURES:

Thursday, April 27 - Under-11 Go Games (round 4): Cromane v St Michael's/ Foilmore in Cromane at 6.30pm.

Sunday, April 30 - Senior County League Division 4 (round 5): Cromane v Ballyduff in Ballyduff at 2pm.

Monday, May 1 - Minor Central Region Division 1B (round 2): GGC v Laune Rangers in Killorglin at 7pm

Thursday, May 4 - Under-11 Go Games (round 5): Cromane v Ballydonoghue/ Cloumacon in Cromane at 6.30pm

Thursday, May 4 - Minor Central Region Division 1B (round 1): GGC v Ballymac in Ballymac at 7pm

Tuesday, May 9 - Under-9 Go Games (round 3): Cromane v GlenbeighGlencar in Cromane at 6.15pm.

AWARD: Heartiest Congratulations to Réalt Na Mara Shellfish, Cromane on being awarded Best Fish and Seafood Producer at the Good Food Awards held in the K Club by Simon Coveney Minister for Enterprise Trade and Employment last week. A boost for Cromane.

DARKNESS INTO LIGHT Walk from Cromane Community Centre at 5am on Sat May 6th. Refreshments afterwards in Centre and donations can be made to Pieta House. Please support.

Darkness into Light Rossbeigh beach 2023 will take place on 6th May 2023 @ 4.15am. You can register online or a donation box will be available on the night. Let's share one sunrise together.

COMEDY: Pat and Faye Shortt will be appearing in their show “Well” at the CYMS in Killorglin on 12th May. Tickets from 066 9762053

ARG: Cromane Active Retired Group meet every Wednesday at Community Centre 2 to 4pm. All welcome to join in the group.

BINGO in Jack's, Cromane every Tuesday at 8pm.Bingo in the CYMS Killorglin Sundays at 8.30.Jackpot €1000. Congratulations to the two lucky ladies that shared the Jackpot of €1,000 last Sun night.

NEWS: Anyone wishing to print news please email to : caseycrest@hotmail.com and we will endeavour to include all items.

QUOTE: To be kind is more important than to be right. Many times what people need is not a brilliant mind that speaks, but a special heart that listens.

The following are selected works by participants of the creative writing workshop Writing Identity in Ireland, which was offered for the first time this semester to Sacred Heart University students on study abroad in Dingle. Many students were writing creatively for the first time. But for all of them, Dingle has offered a rare opportunity to step back and reflect on themselves. This unique environment has inspired students like Karen, Grace, and Angelina to write poems directly about the impact Irish culture and landscape has had on them, and the questions this poses about their place in the here and now. Provocatively, experiencing life in a foreign country has inspired students like Gloria, Meghan, and Bryce to confront traumatic circumstances from a new perspective, taking in issues like the unavailability of healthcare in America, the ever-present threat of school shootings, and culture shock and homesickness. Immersion in the creative arts helps all of us to uncover sides of ourselves we weren’t previously acquainted with, and it has been an absolute privilege for me to meet these six new writers.

-Dr. Ciara Barrett, Lecturer in English and Media Arts for Sacred Heart University in Dingle

‘The Peninsula’ by Karen Hansen

A place filled with green

An undeniable beauty that is hard to express

Bold colors that freeze the eyes

I have never had any ties to this place

But I still find myself captivated by my surroundings

There is something extremely comforting about the stillness that surrounds us

The random rays of the sun feel like a warm welcome to our new home

While the rain seems no different

A silence that does not ever seem unsettling

The familiar faces that we continuously cross paths with

As everything slowly falls into place

I have never been introduced to something like this before

And how is it that for so long it seemed to be so rough around the edges when it truly was so much more

‘Pop!’ By Grace Hartmann

Forever it has been a bubble.

We walk our same streets, engage with the right residents, and live peacefully and practically. But is this reality?

Is this safe simulation the real world?

Life as we know it is what we decide, and I decided that this is my time.

My time to encounter myself, my time to grow, aspire, and thrive.

You have allowed me to take this new path.

These new, brilliant, and vivid new streets are my answer to my question.

This is where I am supposed to be. And for me, I can finally see.

‘A Love Letter to Ireland’ by Angelina

Spezio

Is there a void where the sun once was?

Was it always there?

Will it ever permeate, until I am nothing but a vessel? A shadow of what I once was? Will it go away? Can it be filled? And if so, will I feel lavish or will I feel burdened? Joyous or Miserable? Will I feel anything? Or nothing at all?

Take a breath.

Listen to the Rain murmur to the Rocks. Touch the Wind as it Wheezes to you. Allow yourself rhythm. Abundance is a mindset.

So, Fade into the Fog Dissipate with me

Let the emptiness fill you.

‘Thursdays’ by Gloria Huitzil

“It’s time mommy, it’s time!” I yelled as I ran to my mommy’s bedroom.

Dismissing the trampoline outside, I jumped on her bed and began to dance along with the vibrations bouncing off the walls.

Holding onto Thursday as if it’s the last Thursday I’ll ever get, savoring the feel of it, and repeating the words on the screen.

28 minutes of life a defibrillator cannot imitate.

“Please stop jumping,” my mother says.

Often not thinking about the consequences of excitement, if I had known thrill would take over, I would have tamed my enthusiasm. From afar I could see mommy’s concerned face with her tense shoulders.

She comes up to sit next to me, facing me and we’re silent. So silent I can hear the heart monitor of the elderly man from across the hall.

At the moment she didn’t have the heart to lecture me, but the silence was the harshest I told you so.

‘February 9th’ by Meghan Bennett

The ominous sounds of the battlefield, sprayed with bullets a minute ago, but now, nothing but silence. No one to be seen. The lone soldier blindly steps out from behind his barricade, fearful of rounding the corner. The location of the enemy is unknown. He can hear the sound of his heartbeat, practically leaping out of his chest. His breath, uneven, his hands, cold and shaky. As he inches closer to the chaos heard a minute ago, he pauses. The realization of a life-or-death moment. One that is seen in movies, read in books, and taught in history class. He can hear the sounds of the citizens, whimpering, as their short lives are at risk of ending. It crosses his mind that he is their protector, this is his duty. Most heroes are dead, he thinks. Amidst the fear, comes a wave of tranquility. Coming to peace with the possibility of death. Suddenly, the backside of the assailant meets his horizon. He is met with a choice. Do I run? Do I run for my wife and my children? Or, do I advance, so other families don’t get a knock on their door or a dreadful phone call? The choice was a simple one for the solider. Within the feeling of peace, came strength. His slow advance turned into a sprint. A sprint towards death. The assailant, easily spooked, uses the only defense he knows… the trigger on a shotgun. Cowardness, unable to articulate his feelings, so instead, they shoot out through a small metal barrel. The solider, wounded, the blood seeping out of his clothes. Confusion crams his brain, he is unsure of where he is, who is around, and how much consciousness he has left. Then, a small hint of normalcy on cue, the lunch bell.

‘Duality’ by Bryce Gensinger

It's hard to fathom that while being surrounded by a ceaseless sea, one could miss the ocean this endlessly. How could it be? Constantly I wonder, while it's the same body of water my mind seems asunder. Maybe because of this endless emerald does the Sapphire sea seem so far away from me? Almost as if I'm trapped upon this observatory, gazing out into the boundless home of mine that now seems like a purgatory. I can't quite place my finger onto it, the landscape is serene, the air crisp, the locals friendly and welcoming, yet something seems broken. How could something so comforting to me now seem like an unforgiving abyss. I hope to find out why, but for now I'm lost in my refuge adrift.

Cad atá ar súil againn?

Táimid ana ghnóthach na laethanta seo, agus mórán rudaí difriúla ar bun againn! Táimid ar an mbóthar ana mhór agus imeachtaí agus cearlainn difriúla ar bun ar fud na tíre. Seo blaiseadh beag de chuid dos na rudaí a bhí ar bun againn le coicis anuas!

So many things to do and not enough time in the day! Isn’t that a great complaint! Here’s a little taste of some of the things we have been up to with the last two weeks!

Duais Aitheantais GRADAIM

Bhí ana áthas orainn freastal ar Bhronnadh

Duaiseanna Ghlór na nGael in Ard Mhacha, níos tabhachtaí fós bronnadh Duais Aitheantais

GRADAIM orainn agus €1,000 as an obair a dheineamar anuraidh leis na gnóanna ar an mbaile! Ár mbuíochas leis na héinne a bhíonn ag obair linn. Is léiriú an duais seo ar an obair iontach atá ar bun ag na héinne i nDaingean Uí Chúis!

We won a prize! We were delighted to attend Glór na nGael’s Awards night in Armagh, where we collected the GRADAIM Recognition Award and €1,000. Dúchas an Daingin won this award for the work we did with the businesses in town in 2022. It goes to show all the amazing work that is being done in the town by everyone.

in Corca Dhuibhne, we are very lucky Muireann was available to spend the week with the students.

Féile na Bealtaine

Táimid ag súil go mór leis an ndeireadh seachtaine agus clár iontach d’imeachtaí curtha le chéile ag an gcoiste. Beidh cúpla imeacht ar bun ag Dúchas an Daingin le linn na deireadh seachtaine.

Faoileáil Ar Nós na Gaoithe

Cé ar a bheidh tusa ag faoileáil? An bhfuileann tú sa tóir ar do ghrá gheal? Ná bac le Tinder glaoigh isteach go Tigín na Grúdlainne agus bí ag faoileáil 'is ag cadráil!

Cláraigh anseo: https://linktr.ee/duchasandaingin Speed Dating as GAELAINN! Who are you after this evening? Are you looking for love? Forget Tinder, call in to Dick Macs Brewhouse and bí ag faoileáil 'is ag cadráil!

This is a free event - register here: https://linktr.ee/duchasandaingin

*This event will be run through Irish, all levels welcome.

Ionad: Tigín na Grúdlainne, Dick Macks

Dáta: 28/04 Am: 20.00

Tae & Plé

Glaoigh isteach chugainn i mBenners, beidh muga deas tae againn agus plé ar chúrsaí an lae!

Call in to Benners and join us for tae and a chat. A great opportunity to practice your Gaelainn.

Ionad: Óstán Benner

Dáta: 29/04 & 30/04 Am: 11.00r.n.

Scéalaíocht leis na teidithe

Tar linn go Gairdíní an Díseart, ná dearúd do theidí, agus beidh cúpla scéal againn! Imeacht do leanaí le scéalta agus rannta.

Join us in An Díseart Gardens for some stories and rhymes, don’t forget your teddy! Children's event with stories and rhymes as Gaelainn.

Beidh an imeacht seo á rith trí Ghaelainn le tacaíocht ó Thús Maith.

Ionad: Gairdíní an Dísirt

Dáta: 01/05 Am: 11.00r.n.

Cruinniú Cinn Bhliana

nua teangabhunaithe a léiríonn dea-thionchar ar úsáid nó ar chleachtas teanga sa phobal atá an maoiniú seo dírithe. N’fhéadfar tacú le himeachtaí seanbhunaithe mura bhfuil gné nua á cur leo.

Cuirfear fáilte speisialta roimis iarrataisí d'imeachtaí pobail a thacaíonn le cur chun cinn na teanga, ach go háirithe i réimsí na hÓige agus na bhFéilte.

Braitheann an ciste seo ar chlár oibre na gCoistí Pleanála Teanga gach bliain. Is féidir aon ghné ded' iarratas a phlé linn ach teagmháil a dhéanamh le:

Dúchas an Daingin: optduchasandaingin@gmail. com nó 087 7004 884.

Tobar Dhuibhne: pleanteanga@cfcd.ie nó 0873769538.

Foirm Iarratais ar fáil anseo: https://linktr.ee/duchasandaingin

Frásaí & Nathanna Úsáideach / Useful Phrases & Terms

Bain triail astu sa ar na meáin an tseachtain seo! Why not try some of these on your posts this week!

- Cearbhán

- Tá na cearbháin chugainn aríst

- Tar ar thuras linn

- Lá fé’n dtor

- Luí na gréine

- Glaoigh orainn anois

- ná caill do sheans

- Boird ar fáil tráthnóna

- Níl ach cúpla spás fágtha

- Táimid lán! Glaoigh isteach amárach

- Sin sin a chairde

- Lá eile curtha dínn againn

- Draíochtiúil

- Bain triail as ár …. nua

- Basking Shark

- The Basking Sharks are back

- Come on a trip with us

- A day out

- Sunset

- Call us now

- Don’t miss out

- Tables available tonight

- Only a few spaces left

- We are full! Call in tomorrow

- That’s that

- Another day dow n

- Magical

- Try our new …

Cúrsa Fáilteachais

Bhí Cúrsa Fáilteachais ar bun againn sa Phobalscoil an tseachtain seo chaite le daltaí na hidirbliana! Dhein Muireann Nic Giolla Ruaidh cúrsa speisialta a dhearradh dos na daltaí agus bhí sí leotha feanna seachtaine. Tá tabhacht ar leith don bhFáilteachas agus Turasóireacht anseo i gCorca Dhuibhne, agus an t-adh dearg linn Muireann a bheith ar fáil chun a leithéad a dhéanamh leis na daltaí.

We held a week-long hospitality course in the Pobalscoil last week for the transition year students. Muireann Nic Giolla Ruaidh designed a special course based on hospitality and tourism in Corca Dhuibhne. A very important sector here

Tá Dúchas an Daingin ag feidhmniú le bliain anuas agus obair leanúnach á dhéanamh againn chun na bearta atá leagtha amach i bPlean Teanga Bhaile Seirbhíse Gaeltachta Dhaingean Uí Chúis a bhaint amach. Beidh Cruinniú Cinn Bhliana againn in Óstán Benner, ar an 18/05/2023 ar a 19.00. Má tá suim agam a bheith páirteach tá fáilte romhat freastal.

Ciste an Phobail

Tá buiséad beag teoranta ar fáil do thionscadail a thacaíonn le spriocanna phlean teanga Baile Seirbhíse Gaeltachta Dhaingean Uí Chúis (BSG) le Dúchas an Daingin agus Limistéar Pleanála Teanga Chiarraí Thiar (LPT) le Tobar Dhuibhne a bhaint amach.

Is d’imeachtaí/gníomhaíochtaí nó tionscadail

- Caith lá linn i gCorca Dhuibhne

- Fan linn agus tú i gCorca Dhuibhne

- Tá rudaí níos deise i gCorca DhuibhneMagical

- Spend a day with us in Corca Dhuibhne

- Stay with us while your in Corca Dhuibhne

- Things are better in Corca Dhuibhne

An féidir linn cabhrú leatsa? Can we help you?

Bí i dteagmháil linn:

Cristín de Mórdha, Fón: 087 7004 884

Rphost: optduchasandaingin@gmail.com

Anseo is Ansiúd i gCorca Dhuibhne

AN BAILIÚCHÁN GRIANGHRAF

Tigh ag Baile an Lochaigh

Grianghrafadóir: Caoimhín Ó Danachair

Bliain: c.1946

Cúrsaí Aimsire ar lean.

Tá deireadh mhí Aibreáin buailte linn agus caint ag daoine ar an nGarbhshíon – nó Garbhshíon na gCuach, an tréimhse sin ag deireadh Aibreáin agus ag tús mhí na Bealtaine nuair is féidir leis an aimsir a bheith fuar feannaideach fós.

Scairbhín na gCuach is garbh agus is fuar – mar atá sa seanfhocal. Agus cé gur féidir an doineann a theacht ag tús na Bealtaine is annamh a thiteann an sneachta. Ina theannta sin tá dhá ní eile ná titeann amach ach go hannamh:

Bíonn ceathanna sneachtaidh um Bhealtaine, agus cailleacha ar leabaidh ag sranntarnaigh, agus mairbh ag tarraingt ar theampallaibh. (Is comhannamh a dtriúr, de réir an tseanfhocail)

Da dtiocfaidh an Bhealtaine béalfliuch, ní cháiseoinn mo cheasna le haoinne. (ceasna = trioblóid)

Tá cuid den tseanchas sin fén Scairbhín i mBailiúchán na Scoil chomh maith leis an seanchas a bhaineann le Lá Bealtaine nó le Lá Buí Bealtaine, mar a thugtar air leis:

Bíonn Garbhshíon na gCúach ann ón 5adh lá déag de mhí Aibreáin go dtí 5adh lá déag de mhí Bealtaine. Bíonn an aimsear ana garbh an uair sin. Bíonn gach aoinne i bhfeighil na mbó an dá lá thosuig de Aibreán agus an lá deirineac de Mí Márta. Mar sin iad laetheannta na Rí. Ceap na daoine fadó gur thóg an rí ceann des na ba an trí lá sin. Deirtear má rugadh gamhain Domhnac Cásga ná mairfhig sé in-aon-cor.

- Míchéal Ua Concúbhair, Fatha

Seanchus i dtaobh na h-aimsire: Sin é an céad lá do Bhealtaine. Tá mórán nósanna age’s na daoine mar gheall air an lá san. Tá sé do nós ag daoine altóirm beag a dheanamh agus bláthanna bainne bó bleacht a chur air. In áiteanna téigheann na leanbhaí ag priocadh bláthanna agus leathann siad iad ar thairsing an dorais agus air na fuinneóga. Cuirreann gach aoinne amac na b-a ar maidean cómh luath agus is féidir leó. Tá mórán piseóga mar geall air lá Bealtaine. Deirtear go mbeadh an a chuid ime ag éinne a bhaineadh an barra do thobar an lá san. Téigheann daoine eile amach air maidean agus crúdhann siad ba duine eile. Deirtear leis nách ceart do dhaoine óga a bheith amuigh an oidhche roimh lá Bealtaine.

Piseog eile leis a bhain le Lá Bealtaine ná gan an sceach gheal a thabhairt isteach in aon tigh:

“Ná tabhair an sceach gheal isteach in aon tig leat aon am de'n bhliain nó deanfair díoghbhail duit féin nó den tig sin.”

- Ábhar ó Bhailiúchán na Scol á fhoilsiú le caoinchead: Cnuasach Bhéaloideas Éireann www.duchas.ie.

Gradaim Ghaeltachta Naisúnta do 2022 bronnta ar Tús Maith, Oidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne agus ar Chomharchumann Forbartha Chorca Dhuibhne

Ag ócáid bhronnta Chomórtas Náisiúnta Ghlór na nGael a bhí ar siúl in Óstán Chathair Ard Mhacha oíche Shathairn 15 Aibreán 2023 bronnadh an phríomhdhuais €15,000 & Trófaí Foras na Gaeilge i gComórtas Náisiúnta Ghlór na nGael don bhliain 2022 ar Choiste Forbartha Dhobhair Teo (Ionad Naomh Pádraig). Tháinig Comharchumann Forbartha Chorca Dhuibhne sa tarna háit, bronnadh €5,000 orthu as an tarna háit sa chomórtas a bhaint amach agus bronnadh an phríomhdhuais €3,000 ar Tús Maith, Scéim na gCuairteoirí Baile,sa rannóg teaghlaigh.

Deineadh moltóireacht ar obair na gcoistí do 2022 i mí Eanáir 2023. Bhí 46 coiste cláraithe don chomórtas náisiúnta agus chuaigh 42 acu faoi mholtóireacht. Bhí ionadaithe ó bhreis agus fiche coiste pobail i láthair ag an mbronnadh chomh maith le urraitheoirí agus lucht maoinithe, Foras na Gaeilge, An Roinn Turasóireachta, Cultúir, Ealaíon, Gaeltachta, Spóirt agus Meán agus Údarás an Gaeltachta ina measc.

Bunaíodh Comórtas Ghlór na nGael breis agus 60 bliain ó shin chun aitheantas a thabhairt ar obair choistí agus ghrúpaí pobail ar fud na tíre i gcur chun cinn na Gaeilge.

An Teaghlach: An Chéad Áit €5000 Tús Maith/Oidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne

An Ghaeltacht: An Tarna hÁit €3,000 : Comharchumann Forbartha Chorca Dhuibhne,.

Duais Aitheantais, €1,000: Dúchas an Daingin.

Tóraíocht Uibheacha na Cásca ag Tús Maith

Brenda Ní Ghairbhí Uí Shíthigh, a hiníon agus leanaí Iarthar Dhuibhneach agus iad ag baint taitneamh agus spraoi as Tóraíocht Uibheacha na Cásca a dhein Tús Maith a eagrú do theaghlaigh an cheantair aimsir na Cásca. Tuilleadh eolais ar imeachtaí Tús Maith: Orlaith Ruiséal ag 066 9156100.

Comharchumann Forbartha Chorca Dhuibhne Oidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne

An Sceach Gheal

It’s All In The Mind: Just A Thought…

Orla Smyth

Are you paying attention?!

The latest research shows that the average attention span of a human being has markedly decreased in the past 20 years. In 2000, it was 12 seconds while today it has shrunk to just 8.25 seconds. In fact, scientists believe we now have a shorter attention span than the humble gold fish which comes in at 9 seconds. So while goldfish seem to be happy enough with their lot, we humans pay a price for our unfocused awareness: scattered thinking and emotional reactivity are bound to make us feel anxious and on edge.

For example, in a car we can sometimes drive for miles on ‘automatic pilot’ without really being aware of what we are doing. In the same way, we may not be really ‘present’ moment-by-moment, for much of our lives. In fact, we can be ‘miles away’ without even knowing it. On automatic pilot we are more likely to be reactive. Throughout the day, stimuli from people and events around us can set us off. Thoughts, feelings and sensations in the mind (of which we may only be dimly aware) can trigger well worn thinking and behavioural patterns that are often unhelpful and may lead to worsening mood and energy levels, keeping us trapped in a loop of negativity.

We tend to heap suffering on top of our painful experiences by dwelling on the past, going over again and again how we could have done things differently, reliving events, feeding regrets and nursing grudges ; or we dwell in the future, worrying and planning, catastrophizing when things don’t go our way. We often want things (including ourselves) to be different in some way. Things are not what they “should” be like, not “good enough” or not what we wanted or expected. This can leave us feeling dissatisfied with life and we may end up constantly blaming ourselves or others for how things are. Our natural negativity bias leads us down paths in our mind like a well worn groove or a strong habit where we have little or no agency.

And to add fuel to the fire, we find ourselves living in a new era of the Attention Economy. Our attention is a resource to be exploited for economic gain by social media platforms such as Google, Tiktok, Youtube, Amazon etc. No matter how much time we spend on the internet, there is a limit to our attention : the more information there is, the less attention there is to go round and so it has become one of the scarcest commodities in business. These billion dollar companies are all vying for our attention using whatever means necessary to get it. Tristan Harris, co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology, former ethicist at Google and longtime mindfulness practitioner, warns us against the deliberately addictive design of these social platforms. Our average screen time is now 7 hours per day and growing exponentially year on year. The internet is robbing us of our free will : by taking us away from present moment awareness we lose the freedom to choose where we want our attention to be.

But this is not inevitable and we are not helpless. When we wake up, when we see clearly, we can begin to harness the power of awareness to enact positive change.

We can regain our freedom if, as a first step, we simply acknowledge the

actuality of the situation we find ourselves in - without being immediately hooked into our automatic tendencies to satisfy cravings, judge, fix, or want things to be other than they are.

When we pause, become quiet and still, we can observe the mind and body: we see our thoughts and feelings and sensations are impermanent, they are transient - constantly changing, like clouds passing through the clear blue sky of our awareness. Emotions come and go; no matter how intense our pain, eventually it shifts or transforms. We rely on the mind for critical thinking and problem solving of course, but our thoughts can often be destructive, judgemental, self critical and when we identify with them ,a source of great suffering. It is so liberating to discover that while our thoughts may be real they are often not true! We do not have to believe them - our thoughts are mostly unoriginal and repetitive (every day the brain processes about 70,000 thoughts) and they do not define us. We do not always have to take them so seriously! A whole new vista of possibilities and potential opens up when we are released from the limiting thoughts and beliefs of the mind. We are so much more than our small contracted ego - ’we contain multitudes’ (Walt Whitman)

Mindfulness means being awake/aware: we develop awareness so that we know what we are thinking, feeling and sensing directly.

‘The present is the only time that any of us have to be alive,- to know anything,-to perceive,-to learn,-to act,-to change, -to heal. Jon Kabat Zinn (Full Catastrophe Living).

Being mindful can increase awareness so that we can respond to situations with choice rather than reacting automatically.

‘ Forces beyond your control can take everything you possess except one thing, your freedom to choose how you will respond to the situation’Victor Frankl (Man’s Search for Meaning )

Orla Smyth - Certified teacher of the Mindfulness Based Stress Relief (MBSR) and the Dot B. -mindful awareness for children programs

Camp Notes

Brigid O'Connor

CAMP UNITED FC Well done to our own David Moore who as part of the Kerry under 16 team won the Barcelona cup at the weekend.

KERRY LADIES FC A Kerry double. Massive congratulations to both our ladies teams in Croke Park this weekend winning their respective league finals. Huge weekend for ladies sports in Kerry. Well done to all and special mention to our Annascaul Manager, Geraldine O'Shea and West Kerry players, Castlegregory woman, Ciara Butler, Niamh Ní Chonchúir, Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh An Gaeltacht.

SUNDAY MISCELLANY "The Birdman" by local Aughacasla, poet, playwright and author Michael Hilliard Mulcahy was enjoyed very much by all of us in the Dingle Peninsula and beyond who admire and enjoy his work.

Well done Michael, congratulations, always proud to hear a man from West Kerry make it onto a popular RTE 1 Sunday morning programme. If you missed it you can find it on RTE Radio 1 Player.

WEATHER The Scairbhín na gCuach (skara-veen) translates as ‘the rough month of the cuckoo’ and refers to the period comprising the last two weeks of April and the first two weeks of May a few weeks often marked with changeable extremes of weather patterns.

ANNASCAUL LADIES FOOTBALL Congratulations to our players on two winning teamsrecently. Orlagh Clifford with the Kerry Minors in the Munster B Final. And Molly McCarthy and the Kerry U14s in the U14 A Final. Congratulations to everyone involved Kerry Ladies Gaelic Football Munster LGFA.

COMMUNITY GAMES Congratulations to our under 12s Soccer Team Annascaul, Camp, Inch, Lispole Community Games who put in huge effort and topped the group in Community Games in Camp today they are through to Semi Finals of Kerry this Friday night in Mastergeeha. Over the moon.

NEWS FROM ABROAD We are all very proud of Campman Gavin O'Brien Kilteenbane playing with New York in Gaelic Park and all the Kerry players flying the flag high for the County in the Big Apple.

Gavin is the Great Grand nephew of the great Kerry footballer of the 1920’s Charlie O'Sullivan, Upper Camp.

Also Kevin Moriarty, Curaheen is a selector with New York. Kevin did a marvellous interview following the New York victory over Leitrim recently. Well worth tuning into on Youtube.

Kevin is a Grandson of the famous Kerry Footballer of yesteryear Dan Den Moriarty who played with Kerry in the 1920’s. In fact Dan Den played with Camp too in those days according to the late Eoghan Ó Duibhne's account in his book on Camp Football. In July 1924 he played in a 7-a-side in John Beag Deanes field to raise money for Camp School. Teams from the entire peninsula took part in the tournament. There were special trains to Camp Junction from Tralee and Castlegregory running for the day. Eugies book is certainly a treasure to have these days. Congratulations all, go n-eiri an t-ádh libh!

Trasna

5Ċoṁlánagusısféıdırlebreısagsıleaḋ(3,5)

6Tugannsolasagusteasdúınnırıṫanlae(5)

7Anḟréaṁċearnaċdeṡeascaaceaṫaır(3)

9Géagdenċorp(3)

10Gancumaséısteaċta(5)

12Beanaṫugannaıred’oṫaır(8)

Síos

1Clárraıdıónóteılıfíseaċuırtearamaċníos mónáuaıraṁáın(9)

2Anċuıddeṗlandafaoıntalaṁ(5)

3Caoraóg(3)

4Níféıdırḃeıṫgananrudseo(9)

8IsfearrGaeılge___,náBéarlaclıste(6)

8Sean(5)

11DoıcıméadRıaltaısaḋeıṁníonnaıṫeantas agussaoránaċtantsealḃóra(3)

13Aınṁıṫeagıṫeféırnóplandaílasmuıġ(6)

Comórtas Crosfhocail

Duais le Buachaint: Dearbhán ón gCafé Liteartha

Buaiteor na coicíse seo caite John Kennedy, Baile Bhiocáire

Mná dár Mhair le Áine Uí Fhoghlú foilsithe ag

Coiscéim

‘Téagartha, taitneamhach is tábhachtach atá an bailiúchán is úire seo ó fhile na nDéise, a roinneann a ceol, a tuiscintí, a cuid eolais, móide pianta is airde ár staire. Ceann de na bailiúcháin is fearrfós!’ - Coiscéim

‘Sa chnuasach filíochta seo ... chuir mé romham spléachadh a thabhairt ar shaol scata ban ... mná eisceachtúla nár tugadh aitheantas dóibh,’ adeir an t-úsar san réamhrá.

Aidhm ard uasal, inspioráid a comhlíontar sna dánta. Leabhar misniúil. Leabhar suntasach. Comhghairdeas ó chroí, a Áine.’Biddy Jenkinson

1Déanéseogomaıṫagusleaṫnahoıbreagat(4)

3Duıneaṫuganncaḃaırdoḋuıneeıleatáı

Beidh Áine Uí Fhoghlú agus Ailbhe Ní Ghearbhuigh ag léamh in Ionad an Bhlascaoid ar 4.00 tráthnóna Dé hAoine an 28ú Aibreáin agus beidh Áine in an Café Liteartha, Siopa Leabhar an Daingin ó 1979, ar 1.00 Dé Sathairn an 29ú, fáilte roimh chách.

An Café Liteartha

Bóthar an Dadhgaide, Daingean Uí Chúis

Siopa Leabhar an Daingin ó 1979

Síneaḋfadaarġuta, á,é,í,ó,ú

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Consanbuaılte, ḃ,ċ,ḋ,ḟ,ġ,ṁ,ṗ,ṡ,ṫ

Tagairtinmheánach: CDBeo_9x9L_22

087-2944722.

Ó Mhárthain

Breandán Mac Gearailt

9327 / 086 173 7944

Féile Náisiúnta Drámaíochta

Does your septic tank need to be emptied- we will get to you within a day. Cuir Glaoch/ Call Diarmuid Ó Beaglaoi 087 2969846 0r 066 9155446

Bhain scata do mhuintir an cheanntair an- shásamh as an bhFéile Náisiúnta Drámaíochta a bhí i Halla na Feothanaí an deire seachtaine seo caite. Is ó Aisteoirí Bhréanainn is mó a bhí solathar.

Vehicle Computer Diagnostic Service / Mobile Service. Cars, Jeeps, Vans, Pickups. Call 087-3440493

Septic Tank Services, emptying, wash down, repairs, new tanks andpercolation areas constructed in line with planning. over 25yrs service in Dingle Ph. Pat Hanafin 086 2241064 / 066 9151682 . beenbawn@yahoo.com

Wanted / Ag Teastáil

Ó Cheatharlach bhí 'Agallamh Beirte' le Seán ó Múineacháin curtha i láthair ag Treasa Uí Néill agus Con Ó Cróinín, Aisteoiri an Lóchrainn, Ceatharlach. Bhí dráma fada ag Aisteoirí An Lóchrainn chomh maith,’Cuairt an Uachtaráin.'

Group of professionals looking to rent suitable premises/land for new school on the Dingle Peninsula. Please contact Sarah on 0877099705

Bhí Caoineadh Airt uí Laoghaire againn ó Aisteoirí Chúil Aodha a chúm Eibhlín Dubh Ní Chonaill. B'iad Áine Ní Chuill agus Bridie de Búrca ar an bhfeadóig, a chuir i láthair é. Ní raibh aon bharra-thuisle i gcur i láthair Áine. Tá caoineadh Airt an- fhada. Bhí sí ar fheabhas.

3 bed family home wanted for rental - couple with 2 young children looking for rental opportunities in and around Dingle Town or surrounding areas. Good References available. Please contact Danny 0894848212 or Amanda 0861648869

Looking for house to rent, long term. Detached, in peaceful location, 4 bedrooms, including field for 2 small horses. Call or App Emma 089 987 0107

Ansan bhí 'Cailleacha an Dúna,’ dráma gairid, cóirithe ag Marina Ní Dhubháin agus curtha i láthair ag Aisteoirí Bhréanainn. Dráma diablaí. Aisteoirí, Bríd Criomhthain, Éabha Ní Neachtain, Helena Ní Chonchúir, Clodagh Ní Shlatara agus Róisín Ní Chéilleachair.

Professional composer and family seek 4-5 bedroom house with garden on Dingle Peninsula: Ventry, Anascaul etc For Long term rental.089/2130976

Interior designers and photographers required in Dingle. Call 087-2940912

Single female professional looking to rent accommodation long-term in West Kerry. Please contact 087 740 7064.

Single male, local, 45, looking for long term rental apartment or small house in and around Dingle town. Rent allowance or HAP preferable, but not essential if fair agrement can be agreed. Clean and tidy with good reference from former landlady on request. Text details to 085-7359049

Léirigh Aisteoirí Bhréanainn Geata an Phríosúin, dráma gearra le Lady Gregory. Muiris ó Fiannachta, Roisín Ni Chéilleachair agus Máire Ní Mhaoileoin. Dráma eile ó Aisteoirí Bhréanainn ná An Chaint sa Pháirc gur baineadh an- shásamh ar fad as. B’iad na haisteoirí Uinseann ó Gormáin, Máire Ruiséal, Tomás agus Treasa Uí Lúing agus Edward Hutch. Bhí Aisteoirí Bhréanainn ar an builg arís leis an ndráma, An Dá Dhrúncaéir, gur baineadh an- shult as. Ar Scáileán, a bhí sé. B’iad na haisteoirí Boscó Ó Conchúir a bhí i mbun agus i mbarr na féile, Colm Ó Bric, Áine Maria Uí Dhúbhda, Páidí Mhárthain mac Gearailt, Áine ní Ghearailt agus Frances Uí Chinnéide. Bhí an aimsir fé dhon bhFéile.

Sheep wanted, all types. Payment on the day. Factory sheep also wanted. 087-6522357

Situations Vacant / Postanna

B'é Muiris Ó Súilleabháin an Léirmheastoir agus Liam Ó Mathúna. a bhronn na Gradaim Náisiúnta. Aodh Ó Coileáin a sheol an Fhéile, go binn blasta críochnúil.

Busy general fully computerised dental surgery in Tralee requires an experienced dental nurse and a receptionist to join our team. Immediate start, late January 2022. Fáilte roimh iarrataisí i nGaolainn. Please email your CV to fiacloir@gmail.com

Tugadh ómos fé leith don sagart Tomás ó hIceadha a chaith dhá bhliain agus daichead go sóchmhar ag plé drámaíocht le Aisteoirí Bhréanainn.

Bhí físeán ag Cristín de Mórdha fén Ath. Thomás. Ní raibh aon teora leis. Beannacht dilís Dé lena anam.

Other / Eile

Dry secure storage unit for rent, Lispole area. 087-2820062

Daoine eile a bhí an- bhainteach leis an ndrámaíocht Gaolainne agus atá básaithe ná Mícheál Ó Gruagáin, Gerry Motherway agus Melíosa Stafford. Trócaire ar a n-anamacha.

Seo iad na gradaim a bronnadh. Marina Ní Dhubháin as léiriú an dráma Cailleacha ‘n Dúna agus Bríd Uí Criomhthain as aisteoireacht sa dráma céanna, Áine Ní Chuilll as Caoineadh Airt Uí Laoghaire, Máire Ní Mhaoileoin sa dráma Geata an Phríosúin, foireann Aisteoirí Bhréanainn as An Chaint sa Pháirc, agus Treasa Uí Neill as léiriú an dráma Cuairt an Uachtaráin agus Con ó Cróinín as a aisteoireacht. Siad Aisteoirí An Lochrainn ó Cheatharlach a cuir an dráma seo ar stáitse.

Do bí Sláine Ní Chathalláin bean fháilteach an tí..

An- dheire seachtaine agus cómhgháirdeas le Boscó agus a fhoireann, ná thugadar an grian chughainn.

Féile na Bealtaine

Níl an mhil díscithe fós mar an deire seachtaine seo tá Féile na Bealtaine againn. Tá soláthar ann do óg agus aosta, thoir, thiar, thuaidh, theas. Tá míreanna breise i mbliana ann agus fuadar fén gCathaoirleach an Dr

Peadar ó Fionnáin agus a fhoireann sár fhéile a chur ar fáil mar is gnáthach. Ná bíodh aon eagla ort. Tá láimh leabhar tarraingteach ar fáil a chuirfidh cách ar an eolas fé gach mír. Bain sásamh as an bhFéile. Caid.

Ní chuir foireann caide Chiarraí aon bhuile mór allais dóibh féin an deire seachtaine seo caite, O-25 le 0-5 an scór in aghaidh Thiobrad Árainn. Mheasfá uaireanta go raibh gúng na cailliúna snaoite ionta.

Cífeam. Bhí cosa anairde fé Bhleá Cliath agus shleamhnaigh foireann na Gaillimhe thar imreoirí Ros Commán. Bhuaidh an Dún a bhí le tamall ag súmadáil, go gasta ar Thír Chonaill atá cráite.

Mheas scata go raibh ré iománaithe Luimní istigh ach ní hamhlaidh a bhí agus iad in aghaidh foireann maith Phort Láirge. Bhí Luimnneach taoibh le ceathrar déag mar díbríodh duine don bhfoireann ar feadh tamaill mhaith tréis dhá chárta buí. Gach cosúlacht gur dócha gur iad Luimneach a thabharfaidh corn Mhic Cárrthaigh leo agus Ciarraí Corn Sam. Tá crot chodlatach ar Chiarraí fé láthair agus caithfidh siad dúiseacht le Bleá Cliath nó Tir Eoin a threascairt. An bhfuil cleas ag Jeaic? B’fhearra dhó a bheith. Bás

Fuair Seán Ó Tuairisc ón Lochán Beag Contae na Gaillimhe bás le déanaí. Craoltóir lé RTE Teilifís agus le Raidio na Gaeltachta. Méala mór a bhas dá bheirt deirféaracha Marie agus Mairéad agus dá dheartháracha Ruaidhrí Breandán agus Noel gaolta agus cáirde.

Solas na bhFlaitheas ag a anam.

Fear mór i saol ma Gaolainne b'ea an t-iriseoir Tomás mac Ruaraí ó Chros Mhic Lionnáin agus Bleá Cliath. Chaith sé seal ina Uachtarán ar Chonradh na Gaeilge.

Méala mór a bhás dá cheile Sile a chlann, Tríona Ronán, Cormac, Fíona agus Deirdre. Fear socair díograiseach. Go soillsí soillse na bhFlaitheas ar a anam.

Deinim comhbhrón le Pádraig Ó Sé, Dún Chaoin go bhfuair a athair bás le déanaí.

Fuair Seán Ó Morónaigh fear mór saol na dramaíochta bás an tseachtain seo.

Crossword Solution 398

Crossword 398

ACROSS

1. Stinking

8. Untie

9. Good looker

11. South America river; tableware

12. Recent

14. Strike

15. Electronic images

18. Before

19. Artist’s room

22. Ring the number again

23. Character in The Shawshank Redemption

24. Assumed office or position

26. Temporary paper money (used by the military)

28. Text, email sign-off (abbr.)

30. Fastener

31. Orchestral drums

34. Lead female character in WSS

35. Road junction in London, __________ Circus

DOWN

2. Occurring involuntarily

3. To be __ ___ to be … (Shakespeare)

4. Noise

5. Not closed

6. Gestured army-like

7. Encompassing the broad world

10. Actor from The Crying Game, Stephen ___

13. Displayed for all to see

16. 100 sq. metre area

17. Miniature of the real thing

20. Put on your best clothes (5, 2)

21. Explosive device (abbr.)

25. Small spot

27. Island off the Sorrento Peninsula

29. Peru capital

32. Bananas

33. Be sick

Send your completed crossword to West/Mid Kerry Live, Goat Street, Dingle Prize €40 Voucher for Danno’s Restaurant & Bar Winner of the Crossword 398 is Brian Long, Main St. Dingle

For Sale/Le Díol

Cream coloured sitting room suite for sale. 1 x 3 seater, 1x 2 seater and coffee table. Very good condition. €450 the lot. 087-9624516

Small wooden stage / podium, with casters. To support 3 people / small gathering. 087-9145826

3 Aberdeen Angus AA pure bred registered bulls. Easy calfers, fertility tested. 087-1417058

As new ladies bicycle, bought for €200, selling for €100. 087-2369476

3 double wardrobes for sale, pine effect. €300. Text 086-3394305

Large amount of catering equipment including coffee machine, grinder, pastry oven, cutlery polishing machine, glass polishing machine, burko boilers and lots more. Call Martin 087-9177700

Last chance, some free and offers considered : lady s bike, bookcases, tables, dresser, bedside lockers, chairs, text only 0877946279

3 seater wooden frame cloth settee for sale. Phone 086-1281870

Motors / Gluaisteáin

Ford Tourneo Connect Nct 2/23 . 1.750 Cc . 180.000 km . Good condition. Brand new clutch. 5 seater easily converted to van. €2,000. Texts only 0877946279

Services / Seirbhisí

Carpenter/Builder: Small renovations,extensions,Concrete works, drainage, roofing.hard access work with micro digger and dumper. Call 086 343 2722

Musical Instrument Repairs, Dingle. Guitars to Saxophones and all in between. General servicing to full overhauls & restorations. Contact Ben 089 415 6584

Carer available available to provide home support assistance to an elderly person in West Kerry area. 087-2944722.

Affordable Tree Surgeons-Trees topped beside roadways, houses and sheds, hedges trimmed. All toppings and shavings removed. Fully insured. Free quotation - Call Michael 085-8487812

Plumber available specialising in small jobs from Dunquin to Castlegregory. Call: 083-4179641

Insurance: Guaranteed cheapest rates for Life Assurance, Mortgage Protection, Serious Illness & Income Protection. Also, Health Insurance reviews. Colm

Lundon Q.F.A. 087-9927950 UR Insurances (Europe) Ltd. t/a Actual Insurances are regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland

Experienced cleaner/ keyholder based in Dingle available for holiday homes etc 087-6256533

Septic Tank emptying, bio - cycle tanks desludged, cleaned & checked. Toilets - drains unblocked. Gearóid Mac Gearailt. 087-9504713 / 087-2390018

Oil Boiler Servicing, Oil fired boilers and cookers. Servicing and repairs. Emergency call out service available. James Greaney 087-3440493

Does your septic tank need to be emptied- we will get to you within a day.

Cuir Glaoch/ Call Diarmuid Ó Beaglaoi 087 2969846 0r 066 9155446

Vehicle Computer Diagnostic Service / Mobile Service. Cars, Jeeps, Vans, Pickups. Call 087-3440493

Septic Tank Services, emptying, wash down, repairs, new tanks andpercolation areas constructed in line with planning. over 25yrs service in Dingle Ph. Pat Hanafin 086 2241064 / 066 9151682 . beenbawn@yahoo.com

Situations Vacant / Postanna

Jobs available: Chef / cook, room attendants, waiting and bar staff required for An Bóthar Pub. Call 087-2365608 or email info@botharpub.com

Qualified Stylist And Junior required. Call Orla 087 9884228 or 066 9151223

Greenmount House Dingle: We are hiring, Breakfast/Accommodation Staff

Approx. Hours 8.30am to 2.45pm. Part-time position available. Contact Gary for more information on 087-7751783 or email info@greenmounthouse.ie

Shop assistant required for busy retail shop. Please send CV’s to: yankee3001@outlook.com

Part time cleaner required for house in Dingle. Suitable for student. Paid on the day. 087-7995984

Cill Bhreac House, Dingle: Staff required now for busy B&B 1 mile from Dingle Town. Primary Duties: Serving breakfast & room servicing. Pay: €14 per hour plus 8% Holiday Pay. Hours: 8:30-13:00 (5 / 6 days per week). Contact Orla on 087-6601294 for further information.

Job vacancies at Cothu@the Blasket Centre. We are looking for full and part time kitchen and floor staff for the coming season, beginning early march until mid November. Please contact Ed 086 8264118 or Laurence on 087 2640613, email: cothu.blasket.centre@gmail.com

Job vacancies for managers and cleaners for holiday homes in Dingle area with great pay. March - November / December. Call 089-2336265

Harrington's of Dingle: We are hiring. Positions available. Full & part time, job sharing. Chef and general workers. Please contact Eileen 086-8263986 or send CV to harringtons- dingle@gmail.com. 15 yr old's can apply with the written consent of a parent

Dingle Heating and Plumbing apprenticeship position available. 085-1621950

Wanted / Ag Teastáil

Long-term rental accommodation sought in or less than an hour’s drive from Dingle ASAP for couple with pet dogs returning from abroad to a permanent job in Dingle beginning mid-May. Contact +34 683410043

Wanted Old Súgán armchair and Old 8 day Wall Clock for a restoration projectCall 066 71 30109

House wanted to rent. Mature working person, reliable, responsible and tidy with a passion for gardening is looking for a cosy house to rent long term. References available. 086-2230838

Friendly and quiet family of three, who have been living in the area for the past 17 years, are looking for long term rental accommodation in Lispole area. Contact Edwin 087-2812408

A quiet and responsible couple with two small children looking for a house or apartment to rent long term in Dingle town or Dingle area. 089-9812665

Wanted: Commonage/Grazing Lands For Sale or Long/Short Term Letting for prospective clients. All areas considered. Contact: Anthony Fitzgerald, Auctioneer/Estate Agent on 087-6577369.

Wanted: Agricultural BPS/Entitlements. All Areas & Values considered. Contact: Anthony Fitzgerald, Auctioneer/Estate Agent on 087-6577369.

Other / Eile

New multi-use unit, approx 1,650 sq.ft. It includes an office, toilet, small storage and large open area with triple height roof and electric door. The unit has excellent access, for example it can accommodate an arctic truck. It is serviced by 3 phase power and is insulated, including insulated kingspan roof and electric door. Video is available on request. For enquiries contact 087 202 7698. I'm an 8 year old cat (neutered etc.) from a wonderful home, however my owner is also looking for a new home and won't be able to take care of me for about 6 months. I'm looking for a good home for this period. Food and vaccinations provided. Contact 086-3809180

Man looking to cut lawns. 5 years experience. West Kerry area. 086-3725717

Cat seeks a new home. 5 month old neutered male, vaccinated, litter trained. Call 087-2685401

Land to let. 4 acres to let, suitable for silage. Ballyferriter area. 087-9647748

Dry secure storage unit for rent. Lispole area. 087-2820062