The Gathering

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Gathering Ireland 2013, sometimes referred to as The Gathering in Ireland is a tourism-led initiative that aims to mobilise the Irish diaspora to return to Ireland during 2013 to be part of specially organised local gatherings and events during the year. It is a Government of Ireland supported initiative driven primarily by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority, and Tourism Ireland, however the concept relies on the grassroots activity of private individuals, and non-governmental organisations. The Gathering is not a single event but rather an initiative that fosters and provides an umbrella framework for a plethora of activities throughout 2013, from family reunions and clan gatherings to sports fixtures. While the initiative is primarily directed at the Irish Diaspora, as well as those with a non-ancestral link to the country, the organisers have stated that the overall experience for the general tourist will be enhanced due to the significantly increased number of events planned throughout the year.

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Summer Festival & The Gathering

Summer festival from Monday the 1st to the Sunday the 7th of July.

Full list of activities and events to follow shortly.

Bloomsday

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Bloomsday is a commemoration observed annually on June 16th in Dublin and elsewhere to celebrate the life of Irish writer James Joyce and relive the events in his novel Ulysses, all of which took place on the same day in Dublin in 1904. Joyce chose the date because his first outing with his wife-to-be, Nora Barnacle happened on that day, when they walked to the Dublin urban village of Ringsend. The name derives from Leopold Bloom, the protagonist of Ulysses.

Bloomsday in Bruff, June 13th to 16th 2013.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Scrap Sathurday

A collection of scrap metal will be held on Saturday the 15th of December in Demsey's car park Meanus between 9am and 1pm. This is in aid of Camogue Rovers GAA club and Meanus Defibrillator Group. If you have scrap metal to donate but can not get there on the day, please contatc any of the following by Wednesday the 5th of December to arrange collection.

All metals items greatly accepted however there are items that can not be accepted so please see notice in local shops or contact any of the people listed below.

Tom O'Donnell 0868285735

Ritchie Ryan 0872727894

Roger Cusack 0876833554

Ger Murnane 0876535030

Eddie Corkery 0863697565

Ursula McKeogh 0872304757

Jim Cartright 0876201606

 

 

Bruff Christmas Market

The annual Christmas Market organised by Bruff Heritage Group takes place on the 8th of December in the Old Courthouse between 10am and 1pm. Huge variety of stalls so please mark this event in your diary and come along and support. Great opportunity to pick up your Christmas presents!!!

Santa Claus is coming

Listen up boys and girls, Santa Claus is coming to town!!! On Sathurday the 8th of December at the old Protestant Church in Bruff, between 1pm and 6pm. Prices range from €5 per child to €8 for 2 kids and €12 for 3 children. Photos with Santa are extra.

Playground Update 27th Novemeber 2012

Planning permission for the new playground development in Bruff has been approved by Limerick County Council subject to certain conditions.

This is the result of a lot of hard work by various members of the community over the past number of years who have also secured funding also approved by Ballyhoura Development Ltd.

All going well, work should commence early in the new year.

Blue Grass Festival

Bruff Bluegrass Festival from the 5th to the 7th of October,  showcases the best bands from all over the world. The town atmosphere is described by visiting musicians and bands as 'the best venues we play at'.

Events held over the weekend include the National Horseshoe Pitching Contest, donkey races, a street barbecue and masterclasses.

There is plenty of accommodation and spaces for camper vans too. Admission to all events is free making it a great weekend for all the family!