Carlow Event Guide

Sully

There is always something happening in Carlow. Throughout the year numerous festivals, events, gigs etc. take place in Carlow. So, feel free to post up any information you have in this thread (only this thread please!). Links attached to posts are also welcome for further information.

All are welcome to post in this thread with anything happening in Carlow!

EDIT: Please don't post up images (posters, leaflet or other images associated with the vent). Just the basic information on the event. This isn't an AdShell folks!

Queen-Mise

Anyone any idea when the Tower is opening & when Ocean Colour Scene are coming to play

ShayK1

i thought the Tower was open every saturday night?
And there's no mention of Carlow on the Ocean Colour Scene website

Tour dates 2008
All gigs are full band unless stated.

SEPTEMBER

---

6.9.08 - Sony Ericsson Cois Fharraige Festival, Ireland - Simon & Oscar (Acoustic)
Box office details: www.ticketmaster.ie or www.coisfharraige.com


20.9.08 - Picturedrome, Holmfirth West Yorkshire - Simon & Oscar (Acoustic)
Tickets: £15
Box Office: 01484 689759 | Order Online

26.9.08 - Picturedrome, Northampton - Simon & Oscar (Acoustic)
Buy Tickets

DECEMBER

---

Sat 6th - Rock City, Nottingham 08713 100 000 | www.gigantic.com

Sun 7th - Leeds Academy, Leeds 0844 477 2000 | www.ticketweb.co.uk

Mon 8th - UEA LCR, University of East Anglia, Norwich 01603 508050 | www.ueaticketbookings.co.uk

Weds 10th - Mandela Hall, Queens Student Union, Belfast 0870 243 44 55 | www.geturticket.com and www.ticketmaster.ie

Thur 11th - Olympia Theatre, Dame Street, Dublin 0870 243 44 55 | www.ticketmaster.ie or from all Ticketmaster outlets nationwide

Sat 13th - Grand Hall, Kilmarnock 0844-8472269 | www.ticketmaster.co.uk

Sun 14th - Kinema Ballroom, Dunfermline 0844-8472269 | www.ticketmaster.co.uk

Tues 16th - Ironworks Live Music Venue, Inverness 08717894173 | www.ironworksvenue.com

Weds 17th - Barrowlands Ballroom, Glasgow 0844-8472269 | www.ticketmaster.co.uk

Sat 20th - Hammersmith Apollo, London 08448 44 47 48 | See Tickets

Sun 21st - Apollo, Manchester 08444 777 677 | See Tickets

Mon 22nd - Civic Hall, Wolverhampton 0870 320 7000 | See Tickets

wheres me jumpa

Didnt realise the tower wasnt opened. I know they have changed the interior a bit recently, might have been temporarily closed while this was being completed.

Queen-Mise

There is a big poster out on the street in front saying Ocean Colour Scene are coming :rolleyes:

ShayK1

queen-mise wrote: »

There is a big poster out on the street in front saying Ocean Colour Scene are coming :rolleyes:

and in the small print does it say "Tribute" ..??

Queen-Mise

ShayK1 wrote: »

and in the small print does it say "Tribute" ..??

I have no idea but they played in the music factory year or two ago.

ShayK1

AFAIK that was the OCC tribute band, not the actual OCC.

iamhunted

i dont think so - im certain it was actually ocean colour scene who played in the music factory a few years back

ShayK1

I stand corrected: http://www.oceancolourscene.com/gigography/sixteen

ocean color scene official website wrote:

2006

January

27 - Edinburgh, The Venue (XFM Promo - Acoustic gig)


Febuary

16 - The Jam House, St. Pauls Square, Birmingham - Live acoustic album recording

May Acoustic Tour

01 - Halfmoon, Putney, South West London (Simon solo)
08 - Cox's Yard, Stratford Upon Avon (Simon, Oscar & Dan)
12 - Trinity College Ball, Dublin. Ireland (Student gig)
13 - The Music Factory Carlow.

KateF

iamhunted wrote: »

i dont think so - im certain it was actually ocean colour scene who played in the music factory a few years back

Yeah you're right. I was talking to their manager one night in Dundee and he said they had played in Carlow before.

lotdpd

Ocean are one of many bands to play the new tower over the next couple of months, dates not confirmed yet.... some great acts lined up, bilzzards in a week or two and then duke special to play, and the stage in the tower is so cool now did anyone see it?

patrickc

the blizzards and duke special 2 good line ups..

lotdpd

great line up.... with some more good bands to come.... so is the blizzards an excuse for all the carlow boardsie to attend and have a few drinks????

patrickc

lotdpd wrote: »

great line up.... with some more good bands to come.... so is the blizzards an excuse for all the carlow boardsie to attend and have a few drinks????

carlow beers to be held

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055361579

dragonfly!

does anyone know if Duke Special is def playing in the tower on Nov 22? according to his website he is bt on his forum it says its been moved to portlaosie :eek::(

lotdpd

ye he is def playing the 22nd.... the banner is big enough on the side of the tower hehe......

he was meant to play the 21st in carlow but it was changed to the 22nd... so see ya all there

patrickc

lotdpd wrote: »

ye he is def playing the 22nd.... the banner is big enough on the side of the tower hehe......

he was meant to play the 21st in carlow but it was changed to the 22nd... so see ya all there

just back from him vs divine comedy he was class, both were actually...

lotdpd

right lads and lassies..... republic of loose to play carlow in the tower at xmas, looking forward to that

patrickc

duke special is signing his new cd in roxy records at 2pm on saturday. I'm raging I forgot he was on this weekend and made other plans.

dragonfly!

see ye at the tower on sat!

m5ex9oqjawdg2i

dragonfly! wrote: »

see ye at the tower on sat!

Why what's on? Saturday nights in the foundry... scary times :P

patrickc

dragonfly! wrote: »

does anyone know if Duke Special is def playing in the tower on Nov 22? according to his website he is bt on his forum it says its been moved to portlaosie :eek::(

lotdpd wrote: »

ye he is def playing the 22nd.... the banner is big enough on the side of the tower hehe......

he was meant to play the 21st in carlow but it was changed to the 22nd... so see ya all there

as from these posts

dragonfly!

was a class gig after!:)

patrickc

was wondering how it went, was raging I couldn't go.. I've only seen him 3 times before he's brilliant.

ShayK1

.

01mirelly wrote: »

CARLOW CHORAL SOCIETY

PRESENTS

HAYDN: THE CREATION

CARLOW CATHEDRAL 8.15PM SUNDAY 14TH JUNE

TICKETS 20EURO AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR

aynon

LOVELY big open air gig in fairgreen carlow. know joe cleere is set to play a kick ass electric set. on from about 3pm, i think. sunday 14th june. im really pissed at my boss she schedules me in this sunday, and has me off for the next 3!! so i cant go!raging!

lev

The Lemons are playing in the Barracks this Thursday 23/07, we'll be playing a 2 hour covers set from 10pm. For more info on the band check: http://www.myspace.com/thelemons09

jobopps

I just wanted to bring this to the attention for anyone who is currently unemployed and intrested in starting their own business a new Free StartYour Own Business Programme


This unique programme, funded by Greencore and Carlow Kilkenny Skillnets
and supported by Department of Social Welfare and Carlow County EnterpriseBoard, is offering 12 people whom are currently unemployed a FRESH START and
a) Use of a fully furnished office space
b) Access to reception facilities , photocopying and printing facilities
c) One day per week training in a Start your own business programme - see topics below
(5 fetac certificates will be included as part of the programme)
d) Mentoring from business experts from our mentors panel

The Programme will be of 20 weeks duration starting October 12th 2009

Brief Programme Description
This programme is suited to those aspiring to start their own business. It is designed to help individuals who are considering starting their own business to obtain and/or develop the necessary skills and knowledge to assess the marketing and financial viability of their business idea/project. This programme will also take a look at the entrepreneurial skills and tools necessary for any successful start up. The programme will focus in on researching ideas for businesses and planning finance for start-ups. Individuals looking to start their own business will receive advice on the “do’s” and “don’ts” of a successful start up as well as looking at the core elements of a business plan.

Aims of the Programme
The aims of this programme is to give individuals seeking to start their own business the skills, management tools and expertise in making the right decisions, planning and organising effectively. It will help individuals gauge the amount of control they need to use in order to keep their new venture running effectively and efficiently.

Start Your Own Business Programme Content
• Self-Assessment for start your own business
• Preparing a Business Plan
• Researching the Market
• Sources of Funding
• Sales
• Occupational first aid certification
• Quality Management
• Legal Issues
• Marketing for the Small Business
• Finance
• Basic Bookkeeping
• Using IT in your Business
• Customer care
• Time management

Outcomes
Upon Completion of this programme students will:
• Have explored the realities of running their own business showing an understanding of basic business fundamentals.
• Understand the standard and the framework and underlying principles of formatting a business plan.
• Develop a business plan process combining marketing, financial and management plans.
• Understand the sales and marketing process and in effect be able to produce a sales action plan.
• Understand the forms of business organisation, the advantages and disadvantages of each.
• Have an overview of financial structure, requirements and strategy in a small business
• Introduction to the fundamentals of business taxation, understanding of how to register the new business for taxation, PAYE, PRSI, VAT.
• Explore issues relating to business development

To join this programme, email: info@carlowgateway.ie

tombull82

Great Idea I have to say I know 1 or 2 people who would be greatly interested in this.. I'll be passing it on to them.

I am looking into the option of a new startup myself an the moment, but I have a job is there anything your group / collection of group's can help me with, even just a pointer sessions etc??

Would be interesting to see what opinions "someone in the know" has to say about it.

jobopps

That's great to hear. Ask them to contact us asap as the programme starts the 12th of next month. If you email your own details to me I will be more than happy to send contact details of people who would be able to help you with our own startup.

info@carlowgateway.ie

tombull82

Just informed 1 of them and they are going to try call into the Gateway building after lunch. Is that OK??

jobopps

Yes thats ok. The Gateway is open 9am - 5pm and closed from 1-3pm for lunch. The organisers are currently holding interviews for anyone who wishes to join the programme. Email: info@carlowgateway.ie to schedule a time and date. Don't forget to send some details of your business idea.

The Gish

This is an event that has to be seen to be believed.

Carlow International Karate Competition 2009
Dolmen Hotel Carlow.
October 10th & 11th
All Styles Catered For.
Junior & Senior.
Including New Veternans Category.

Registration 9am SHARP

Registration Form and Further Details Available on the club website.
www.carlowkarateclub.com

Strictly NO Politics.
A Safe & Enjoyable Competition Assured.

The Gish

Carlow Karate Club are once again hosting an International Open Karate Competition in the Dolmen hotel.
Best of luck to all of our students participating in this years events.
Details of the open competition can be found on www.carlowkarateclub.com

Why not drop down over the coming weekend. Juniors are on Saturday while the seniors and cadets are competing on Sunday.
Teams from all over Europe will be travelling to Carlow this weekend to take part.
This has always been a well contested competition by competitors from as far away as Hungary, Scotland, UK, Wales, Spain, Germany, Romania to name but a few.

It is also an ideal time to take a look at the sport to see if you would be interested in joining the club.

byhookorbycrook

A Great Mix in Store at Féile an Fhómhair.

The programme of events planned for Carlow’s own Féile an Fhómhair was announced last week and a great mix is promised. The popular autumn bilingual festival takes place from 7th to 15th October and this year’s theme is Ceiliúradh Cheatharlach / Celebrating Carlow. The attractive programme features music, song, dance, drama, literature,ar, film and fun.
There’s Sean-Nós dancing, poetry, storytelling and three book launches as well as film, choral singing, a bilingual lunch date with Labour Party Leader Eamon Gilmore T.D. and a fabulous Concert of local talent in aid of Carlow Hospice to be staged in the brand new G.B. Shaw Theatre on Saturday, 10th October at 8:00pm.
A wealth of entertainment, talent, participation and celebration to look forward to over a whole nine days of Féile an Fhómhair ‘09.

Don’t miss it! Further information, ticket reservations and free festival programme from Glór Cheatharlach on <snip> or to download from www.glorcheatharlach.ie


Keep an eye out for the local talent concert, will be excellent, also the west Kerry author Maidhc Dainín Ó Sé (father of Dáithí) is launching a book on the last woman to be hanged in Carlow jail.
He is a great musician too, so the craic should be great.

TonyM.

Hi
Can you give me directions to the theatre is it near the railway station?

Morf

TonyM. wrote: »

Hi
Can you give me directions to the theatre is it near the railway station?

It is. You walk directly down the road outside the station, turn left and it's about 200 or so metres on your left. You'll see the gate and you can see the the Arts Centre from there.

futsal

Hi All,

http://carlowsoccer.forummotion.com/fai-carlow-football-development-f14/fai-kick-start-1-december-2009-t262.htm


http://www.fai.ie/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=100&Itemid=117

Nead21

The Carlow Historical and Archaeological Society have launched their new website www.carlowhistorical.com. It has information on Carlow and their upcoming lectures (which are free).

Also, Glór Cheatharlach have a new website www.glorcheatharlach.ie

iamhunted

cool

byhookorbycrook

Aonach na Nollag 2009

Festive Fare and Fun

at the Gaelscoil Christmas Fête

Dé Domhnach, 29 Samhain, 2009

(Sunday, 29th November, 2009)

2-5pm

Join in our fun-filled afternoon for family and friends here in the Gaelscoil on Sunday, 29th November 2009. There will be Christmas shopping at our unique gift stands, face painting, penalty kick outs, bouncy slides, gladiator ring, sumo wrestling and many many more activities for both adults and children.
Enjoy an Indian Head Massage or a Manicure at the Gaelscoil Spa and relax over a hot chocolate, tea, coffee and freshly baked goodies at their Christmas Coffee Shop after all your activities and shopping! And, Daidí na Nollag/Santa will be arriving with treats for all the children at 2.15pm!
Make a Date for the Fête on Sunday, 29th November, 2009 in Gaelscoil Eoghain Uí Thuairisc. Entrance Fee: €2 for adults; children Free. (Children must be accompanied by an adult).

Fáilte Roimh Chách! Everybody is Welcome!

For Further Information please contact:

Gaelscoil Eoghain Uí Thuairisc 059 9131634

DANNY22XX

Siants and Sinners Sundays 8pm to 10 pm good bit of Craic heard the fella doing it is cool and yes a Boardsie hehe :rolleyes:

carlowgal

Saints and Sinners it is so!was looking for somewhere to go next Sunday night.thanks:)

jobopps

Tullow Primary School's

Parents Association

Christmas Extravaganza

(Fundraiser)

Sunday 6th December, 3pm-6pm

Killerig Hotel, Grange, Co. Carlow

Don't Miss Out on Your Chance to

SAVE up to 50%

On all your Christmas Shopping......

Whether you are looking for the ideal gift for close friends, family or an important business client, gift vouchers could be just what you need.

All vouchers have been kindly donated by local businesses, there is fashion outlets, beauticians, hair studios, toy shops, music shops, hotels, restaurants, travel providers, heat merchants, landscapers, activity providers and hundreds more to choose from.

ALL UP TO 50% LESS THEN FACES VALUE....

"Come along and enjoy a family day out with a host of Christmas Bargains, Children's Face Painting, Hair Braiding, Christmas Carols, Festive Cheer and much more for all to enjoy"

ALL PROCEEDS GO TO FUND THE TULLLOW BOY'S & GIRL'S SCHOOL ECTRA CURRICULUM ACTIVITIES.

byhookorbycrook

just a reminder that the Gaelscoil fete is on this Sunday.All welcome.

futsal

www.carlowjuvsoccer.com


Soccer Blitz in aid of Haiti earthquake appeal. The carlow and District Juvenile league are organising a under 13 5 aside blitz in the regional college on Sunday March 7th to raise Money. The first 16 teams to pay the 80 euro registration fee will qualify to play. Teams will then be placed into groups of 4 and will play each other on a league basis. Each game will be sponsored and we are seeking sponsors so if interested in entering or sponsoring a team please contact 086 0440318 or download a form by clicking on download.

Pauric

Please see attached poster. Food is provided on the course-not on poster:eek:......
Places are filling so please book soon

Pauric

DANNY22XX

madonna123

A TABLE QUIZ IS ON THIS FRIDAY NIGHT...

THE DALES CASTLEDERMOT, Co.Kildare.

€200 PRIZE FOR THE WINNING TABLE.

Teams of 4... RAFFLE AND FOOD ON THE BREAK.

ALL PROCEEDS TO THE HAVEN PARTNERSHIP BUILD IT WEEK IN HAITI.

CONTACT <snip> FOR FUTHER DETAILS.

madonna123

Second heaven Fashion & Beauty event

Sunday May 23rd 2pm- 6pm

Killerig Resort Hotel,
Tullow Rd, Co.Carlow
(Formally the Ramada hotel Killerig)

Once worn & Sample Stock Designer & High street fashion Labels
Dresses, Shoes, Handbags & much more....
All items under €50

MAKE OVERS - HAIR CONSULTATIONS & ADVICE - BEAUTY EXPERTS - FASHION SHOWS

Admission ONLY €5 all proceeds to the Haven Partnership Haiti build it week