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County Carlow
A FESTIVE
Family Experience
NOVEMBER 23rd - DECEMBER 24th 2019
#CarlowChristmas | For further information: 059 9129783
County Carlow A FESTIVE Family Experience
Saturday 23rd November
Welcome to your
Christmas Lights Ceremony
Festive Family Programme
1pm - 7pm
Welcome to County Carlow – A Festive
Family Experience, the go-to guide for Potato Market, Carlow
what’s on in County Carlow over the Head down to Potato Market in the
2019 festive period. Christmas is a centre of Carlow Town for the ‘Turning-
special time of year for our communities On of the Christmas Lights’ Ceremony.
and visitors and there are many events On-Street music will be available from
available for young and old to enjoy. 1pm to 7pm, where our DJ will be joined
There is something for everyone in by Carlow Regional Youth Services singing
County Carlow and we look forward to a few tunes, and Carlow College of Music
Choirs singing some Christmas songs. Then
welcoming new and returning visitors to
the Christmas Lights will be turned on at 5pm
the County. On behalf of the people of
by Santa and the the Mayor.
Carlow, community and voluntary groups,
businesses, programme partners and Info: www.localenterprise.ie/carlow
Carlow County Council we wish you and
yours a very Happy Christmas. EIST Cancer Support Centre & Bank of Ireland invite you to participate in the
Cllr. John Pender, Eist Annual Candlelight Walk of Hope
Cathaoirleach – Carlow County Council
3.30pm
a big Thank You Starting from Bank of Ireland, Shamrock Plaza at 4.30pm
Walk through the town behind Santa to Potato Market for
the turning on of the Carlow Town Christmas Lights. Join us
Carlow County Council would like to sincerely
thank all our advertisers, sponsors, stakeholders, in Bank of Ireland from 3.30pm for tea & a chat before the
local businesses and volunteers who put walk. Candles available from EIST Cancer Support Centre &
together and host the County Carlow Festive all Carlow Branches of Bank of Ireland.
Programme. This is your festive programme
hosted by you for all to enjoy, so come and
Info: www.localenterprise.ie/carlow
experience our wonderful County. The County
Carlow Festive Programme is the result of
communities and businesses coming together
and making things happen for themselves, so
well done to all concerned.
facebook.com/CarlowChristmas
CAR PARKING ARRANGEMENTS
THE PERFECT
CHRISTMAS GIFT
IN CARLOW TOWN CHRISTMAS 2019
Carlow County Council wish to inform the public of the following
parking arrangements for Carlow Town Centre for the Christmas period:
FREE CAR PARKING AT TOWN HALL,
GREEN BANK ROAD & VISUAL CAR PARKS...
Saturday 23rd November 2019 - Monday 6th January 2020 (inclusive)
PAY & DISPLAY ZONES FREE PARKING TIMES...
Saturday 23rd November 2019 - Monday 6th January 2020 (inclusive)
9.30am - 12noon and 3pm - 6.30pm
ON-STREET PARKING - 30 MINUTES FREE...
30 minutes free parking continues to apply on:
Tullow Street Upper & Tullow Street Lower • Dublin Street
Kennedy Avenue • Potato Market • Castle Street
Santa at Fairgreen Shopping Centre
From Saturday 23rd November
until 3pm Christmas Eve
Fairgreen Shopping Centre, Barrack Street, Carlow
Santa arrives at Fairgreen Shopping Centre on
Saturday 23rd November at 2pm. Come and meet
him in his magical grotto! Log on to www.fairgreen.ie
for Grotto times and extended centre opening hours.
Info: Tel: 059 9143500 email: info@fairgreen.ie
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County Carlow A FESTIVE Family Experience
Delta Centre Christmas Wonderland
Late Opening and Lights in Sensory
Gardens and Cafe until 7pm each
evening 6th to 20th December
LAUNCH OF CHRISTMAS LIGHTS IN SENSORY GARDENS Delta Centre, Carlow
Friday 6th December, 6pm - 8pm
Carol singing, mulled wine and snacks.
Services
We provide training, residential, respite, day and
ELVES WORKSHOP multi-sensory services to adults with intellectual
Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th December, 11am - 5pm disabilities.
Selfies with Santa as he strolls through the gardens,
arts and crafts, face painting and much more.
Gardens
We have constructed and developed a series of
inter-connecting gardens offering a multisensory
FULL TRADITIONAL LUNCH experience to visitors.
Sunday 8th December (booking essential)
Restaurant
SPECIAL CHRISTMAS CHEER FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL With years of experience we can cater from just your
NEEDS, AUTISM AND SENSORY DISORDER Coffee and scones to our daily menu. Busses are
welcome.
Sat 14th and Sun 15th December, 12pm - 6pm
at Delta Multisensory Facilities Weddings
If it’s your wedding day, contact us about the ideal
venue in order to capture your pictures.
4 Strawhall, Carlow T: 059 9143527 www.deltasensorygardens.com 5
Strawhall, Carlow | Tel: (059) 9143527 | www.deltasensorygardens.com
County Carlow A FESTIVE Family Experience County Carlow A FESTIVE Family Experience
Sunday 24th November
Day by Day Programme 9.30am & 11am Breakfast with Santa
for Christmas 2019 Arboretum, Leighlinbridge
Join Mrs. Claus and the elves for a sing along while enjoying
breakfast before Santa’s arrival. Once breakfast is complete
Santa will arrive to join in the sing along and meet all the
Welcome to the Day by Day children and spread the festive cheer. Every child will get to
meet Santa one-to-one and receive their early Christmas gift.
Programme for Christmas Choice of 9.30am and 11am. Book online.
for County Carlow, where
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
you will find details of events
happening around the County
between November 23rd 10am - 5pm Family Carers Carlow Annual Winter Market
and December 24th in order
Youth Centre, Green Lane, Carlow
by date and time. We hope
Our Winter Market is an opportunity for local businesses to
you enjoy all the events on showcase their talents while supporting family carers in the
offer and have a wonderful local community. A fun, festive day for all the family with a DJ
and a visit from Mr & Mrs Claus. Door prizes & Lucky Dip wtih
Christmas! ots of prizes. Adults €2, Children free.
Info: Family Carers Carlow, Kilkenny
CC Winter Market
Carlow County Towns - Christmas Lights Ceremonies 11.30am Ballon ECO Christmas Fair
The Forge, Kilbride Cross, Ballon, Co. Carlow
ECO Friendly Christmas Fair. Festive nibbles, arts and crafts,
toys, books and much, much more. In aid of Carlow/Kilkenny
Home Care Team. Admission €3, Children free.
Bagenalstown Christmas Lights Ceremony
Friday 22nd November, 7pm Info: www.ballonvillage.com
Ballon Improvement Group
Tullow Christmas Lights Ceremony
Saturday 30th November, 5pm
Borris Christmas Lights Ceremony
Saturday 7th December, 6.30 pm
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County Carlow A FESTIVE Family Experience
Sunday 24th November Monday 25th November
Abba Forever, The Christmas Show – Music 9.30am & 11am Breakfast with Santa
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Join Mrs. Claus and the elves for a sing along while enjoying
breakfast before Santa’s arrival. Once breakfast is complete
Santa will arrive to join in the sing along and meet all the
children and spread the festive cheer. Every child will get to
meet Santa one-to-one and receive their early Christmas gift.
Choice of 9.30am and 11am. Book online.
Cost: €15
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
Tuesday 26th November
9.30am & 11am Breakfast with Santa
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Join Mrs. Claus and the elves for a sing along while enjoying
breakfast before Santa’s arrival. Once breakfast is complete
Santa will arrive to join in the sing along and meet all the
children and spread the festive cheer. Every child will get to
24th November, 8pm meet Santa one-to-one and receive their early Christmas gift.
Choice of 9.30am and 11am. Book online.
VISUAL, Old Dublin Road, Carlow Cost: €15
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
“ABBA FOREVER” The Christmas Show, returns to Visual, Carlow this festive season.
This Spanish based Abba show continues to be one of Ireland’s most popular shows.
After numerous sell out tours of Ireland for the past 11 years, ABBA fans keep coming
Wednesday 27th November
back for more. So “MAMMA MIA here we go again, MY MY how can you resist them”,
9.30am & 11am Breakfast with Santa
Europe’s very top ABBA show, ABBA FOREVER!
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
It’s always party time when ABBA comes to town but when it’s the Christmas Show it’s
a real excuse to let your hair down! This happy sing-a-long event is pure escapism. It Join Mrs. Claus and the elves for a sing along while enjoying
breakfast before Santa’s arrival. Once breakfast is complete
celebrates ABBA’S MUSIC with a loud and proud production and terrific audio visuals of
Santa will arrive to join in the sing along and meet all the
ABBA seminal moments on the GIANT screen!
children and spread the festive cheer. Every child will get to
meet Santa one-to-one and receive their early Christmas gift.
Tickets: €22
Choice of 9.30am and 11am. Book online.
Book online: boxoffice@visualcarlow.ie Cost: €15
Tel: 059 9172400
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
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County Carlow A FESTIVE Family Experience
Thursday 28th November Thursday 28th November
Breakfast with Santa 9.30am & 11am
Susie and the Story Shredder – Theatre
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Join Mrs. Claus and the elves for a sing along while enjoying
breakfast before Santa’s arrival. Once breakfast is complete
Santa will arrive to join in the sing along and meet all the
children and spread the festive cheer. Every child will get to
meet Santa one-to-one and receive their early Christmas gift.
Choice of 9.30am and 11am. Book online.
Cost: €15
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
Supper with Santa 6pm
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical
Supper with Santa. Let your children join Mrs. Claus and the
elves for a sing along while enjoying an evening supper before
Santa’s arrival. Once supper is complete Santa will arrive to
join in the sing along and meet all the children and spread the
festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and
receive their early Christmas gift from the big man himself.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Pictures are free to be taken by parents on the day.
28th November, 10am
Cost: €15 VISUAL, Old Dublin Road, Carlow
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
All stories are banned in the kingdom of Levitas. King Levi says that stories make
your brain go fuzzy and your hands turn green. It’s Susie and Shredder’s job to
enforce the King’s law, shredding stories from dawn ‘til dusk. But today, Susie
will read a story for the very first time. Perhaps stories aren’t so scary after all.
An upbeat adventure from the award-winning creators of Half Light. (No actual
stories were harmed in the making of this play).
Support
Cost: €5
Local Ages 6+
Business and Duration: 50 mins
Shop Local Book online: boxoffice@visualcarlow.ie
Tel: 059 9172400
this Christmas!
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County Carlow A FESTIVE Family Experience
Friday 29th November Nov 29th - Dec 1st, and Dec 20th - 22nd
Breakfast with Santa 9.30am & 11am
Carlow Christmas Market
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Join Mrs. Claus and the elves for a sing along while enjoying breakfast before Santa’s arrival. 2pm - 7pm Fridays
Once breakfast is complete Santa will arrive to join in the sing along and meet all the children
and spread the festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and receive their 12pm - 7pm Sat/Sun
early Christmas gift. Choice of 9.30am and 11am. Book online at www.arboretum.ie. Cost: €15.
Perry’s Old Warehouse,
Kennedy Street, Carlow
Carlow Christmas Tree Festival 12pm - 9pm
Spectacular Carlow Christmas
St. Mary’s Church, Haymarket, Carlow Market Returns to Carlow for the
A display of traditional, creative and contemporary Christmas trees submitted by second year, for two weekends!
local groups and businesses. Fundraising event, all proceeds donated to two local
charities; Éist and County Carlow Hospice. Re-live your childhood memories with
funfair attractions, including a beautiful vintage
Info: Email: carlowchristmastreefestival@gmail.com carlowunion carousel, treat yourself to something sweet or
savoury from a wide range of food stalls, find that
Carlow Christmas Market 2pm- 7pm perfect present for someone special with many unique gift ideas
to browse and buy from, or grab a hot chocolate and enjoy a festive
Perry’s Old Warehouse, Kennedy Street, Carlow movie at the Christmas Cinema!
An Experience for all the family - 35+ quality food & craft
That’s not all - Mr. & Mrs. Claus will also be making a trip from the North Pole
exhibitors, a Vintage Carousel, Santa’s Grotto with Santa &
to meet all your little ones!
Mrs. Claus and more, come along and join the fun!
If you’re interested in participating in or supporting this fun-filled family event
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Supper with Santa 6pm
Supported by
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical
Supper with Santa. Let your children join Mrs. Claus and the
elves for a sing along while enjoying an evening supper before
Santa’s arrival. Once supper is complete Santa will arrive to
join in the sing along and meet all the children and spread the
festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and
receive their early Christmas gift from the big man himself.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Pictures are free to be taken by parents on the day. Cost: €15
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
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Friday 29th November Saturday 30th November
9am - 2pm Carlow Farmers Market
Crowman – Theatre Potato Market, Carlow
Carlow Farmers Market runs from 9am - 2pm every Saturday
at Potato Market in the centre of Carlow Town providing fresh
29th November, locally-produced products.
8pm Info: www.carlowfarmersmarket.com carlow farmers market
VISUAL, Old Dublin Road, 9.30 & 11am Breakfast with Santa
Carlow
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Details as before. Cost €15. Book online at www.arboretum.ie
9.45am Barrow Valley Art Group Exhibition
Carlow Central Library, Tullow Street, Carlow
Art Exhibition at Carlow Central Library,
Info: tel: 059 9129705 www.carlowlibraries.com
carlowcountylibrary
10am - 8pm Carlow Christmas Tree Festival
St. Mary’s Church, Haymarket, Carlow
A display of traditional, creative and contemporary Christmas
trees submitted by local groups and businesses. Fundraising
event, all proceeds donated to Éist and County Carlow Hospice.
Dan, a man in his 50s who is living alone, hears about the passing of a
dear friend, and is forced to look back on his own troubled youth while Info: Email: carlowchristmastreefestival@gmail.com
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facing up to his demons. The play is at times poignant and tragic but
also has a warmth and humour as Jon slips seamlessly in and out of
12pm - 7pm Carlow Christmas Market
the many uproariously funny characters, playing each with his amazing
ability of character acting and hilarious humour. Perry’s Old Warehouse, Kennedy Street, Carlow
Cost: €20 An Experience for all the family - 35+ quality food & craft
exhibitors, a Vintage Carousel, Santa’s Grotto with Santa
Book online: boxoffice@visualcarlow.ie & Mrs. Claus and more, come along and join the fun!.
Tel: 059 9172400
Email: carlowchristmastreefestival@gmail.com carlowunion
6pm Supper with Santa
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
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sales@woodforddolmenhotel.ieCounty Carlow A FESTIVE Family Experience
Sunday 1st December Sunday 1st December
6pm Supper with Santa
Breakfast with Santa 9.30am & 11am
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical
Join Mrs. Claus and the elves for a sing along while enjoying breakfast before Santa’s arrival.
Supper with Santa. Let your children join Mrs. Claus and the
Once breakfast is complete Santa will arrive to join in the sing along and meet all the children
elves for a sing along while enjoying an evening supper before
and spread the festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and receive their early
Santa’s arrival. Once supper is complete Santa will arrive to
Christmas gift. Choice of 9.30am and 11am. Book online at www.arboretum.com. Cost: €15.
join in the sing along and meet all the children and spread the
festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and
receive their early Christmas gift from the big man himself.
Barrow Valley Art Group Exhibition 9.45am Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Pictures are free to be taken by parents on the day. Cost: €15
Carlow Central Library, Tullow Street, Carlow
Art Exhibition at Carlow Central Library. Info: tel: 059 9129705 carlowcountylibrary Book online at www.arboretum.ie
Jingle Bell Jog 2019 11.30am
Barrow Track, Carlow Carlow Culinary Christmas
5km for the whole family and their pets. Fun morning out for
the whole family. Post-race refreshments served in Carlow
Rowing Club. Prizes for the fastest Sr Man, Sr Woman, Jr Man 1st December, all day
and Jr Woman. Registration online at www.popupraces.ie or
VISUAL, Old Dublin Road, Carlow
on the day from 9:30am at Carlow Rowing Club.
Info: tel: 059 9130476 carlowrys This year, an all day food festival marks the
beginning of VISUAL’s Christmas Season, giving
the whole family a chance to experience their
favourite seasonal flavours from the very best
Carlow Christmas Tree Festival 12pm - 6pm of County Carlow’s food and drink producers.
As always, cooking demonstrations are a
St. Mary’s Church, Haymarket, Carlow
highlight. Bestselling authors and television
A display of traditional, creative and contemporary Christmas
favourites, The Happy Pear offer tips on
trees submitted by local groups and businesses. Fundraising
alternative Christmas dishes for a ‘ healthier,
event, all proceeds donated to Éist and County Carlow Hospice.
happier’ Christmas and one of Ireland’s best
loved celebrity chefs, Rachel Allen, returns with
Info: Email: carlowchristmastreefestival@gmail.com
her unique festive delights. The festival also
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features outdoor local food and craft stalls,
practical and tasty workshops and goody bags
Carlow Christmas Market 12pm - 7pm to take home.
Supporters of the festival include Carlow
Perry’s Old Warehouse, Kennedy Street, Carlow
Tourism, Carlow Farmers Market, Department
An Experience for all the family - 35+ quality food & craft exhibitors, a Vintage Carousel, Santa’s
of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, and Kenny Book online: boxoffice@visualcarlow.ie
Grotto with Santa & Mrs. Claus and more, come along and join the fun!.
McGuire Demos. Tel: 059 9172400
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Sunday 1st December Monday 2nd December
Breakfast with Santa
The Happy Pear - Carlow Culinary Christmas 9.30am & 11am
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Join Mrs. Claus and the elves for a sing along while enjoying breakfast before Santa’s arrival.
Once breakfast is complete Santa will arrive to join in the sing along and meet all the children
and spread the festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and receive their early
Christmas gift. Choice of 9.30am and 11am. Book online at www.arboretum.com. Cost: €15.
Barrow Valley Art Group Exhibition 9.45am
Carlow Central Library, Tullow Street, Carlow
Art Exhibition at Carlow Central Library. Info: tel: 059 9129705 carlowcountylibrary
Supper with Santa 6pm
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical Supper with Santa. Let your children
join Mrs. Claus and the elves for a sing along while enjoying an evening supper before Santa’s
arrival. Once supper is complete Santa will arrive to join in the sing along and meet all the children
and spread the festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and receive their early
Christmas gift from the big man himself. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Pictures are free to be taken by parents on the day. Cost: €15
1st December, 2pm
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
VISUAL, Old Dublin Road, Carlow
Bestselling authors and television favourites, The Happy Pear host a one-hour talk
and cooking demonstration. Dave & Steve offer healthy eating tips including healthy
snacking, quick breakfasts and a chance to taste their Salted Caramel Bites, Tiffin
Bites and Seedy Cookie Bites. Followed by a Q&A and book signings by Dave and
Steve. They are all about a ‘healthier, happier’ world, appreciating every day and really
believe that the key to happiness is good health and a great support network. “We
love nothing more than inviting over the troops and cooking up a storm!”
Cost: Single Demo €20, Both Demos €35
Groups of 5 and over: €15 per ticket
Supported by:
Book online: boxoffice@visualcarlow.ie
Tel: 059 9172400
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Tuesday 3rd December Tuesday 3rd December
Breakfast with Santa 9.30am & 11am
Never Look Away – Cinema
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Join Mrs. Claus and the elves for a sing along while enjoying
breakfast before Santa’s arrival. Once breakfast is complete
Santa will arrive to join in the sing along and meet all the
children and spread the festive cheer. Every child will get to
meet Santa one-to-one and receive their early Christmas gift.
Choice of 9.30am and 11am. Book online.
Cost: €15
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
Barrow Valley Art Group Exhibition 9.45am
Carlow Central Library, Tullow Street, Carlow
Art Exhibition at Carlow Central Library, check with Library
for exhibition opening times.
Info: tel: 059 9129705 www.carlowlibraries.com
carlowcountylibrary
3 December, 8pm
VISUAL, Old Dublin Road, Carlow
Supper with Santa 6pm Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck (The Lives of Others, 2006) returns with an Oscar-
nominated drama about individuals caught up in the sweep of German history. Loosely
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow based on the formative years of the painter Gerhard Richter, it is an intergenerational
Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical tale of love, sorrow, art and politics from Nazism to the Cold War.
Supper with Santa. Let your children join Mrs. Claus and the
elves for a sing along while enjoying an evening supper before In 1937, at the Nazi Party notorious “degenerate art” exhibition in Dresden, a small
Santa’s arrival. Once supper is complete Santa will arrive to boy named Kurt’s passion for art is ignited. Years later, in Communist East Germany,
join in the sing along and meet all the children and spread the Kurt (Tom Schilling) enters art college where he falls in love with fashion student Ellie
festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and (Paula Beer), unaware that her father (Sebastian Koch) has a devastating secret and is
receive their early Christmas gift from the big man himself. determined to end their relationship.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Pictures are free to be taken by parents on the day. Cost: €6 Early Bird before 5.30pm on the night
Cost: €15 189 minutes
Book online at www.arboretum.ie Book online: boxoffice@visualcarlow.ie
Tel: 059 9172400
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Wednesday 4th December Thursday 5th December
Breakfast with Santa 9.30am & 11am 9.30am & 11am Breakfast with Santa
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Join Mrs. Claus and the elves for a sing along while enjoying Join Mrs. Claus and the elves for a sing along while enjoying
breakfast before Santa’s arrival. Once breakfast is complete breakfast before Santa’s arrival. Once breakfast is complete
Santa will arrive to join in the sing along and meet all the Santa will arrive to join in the sing along and meet all the
children and spread the festive cheer. Every child will get to children and spread the festive cheer. Every child will get to
meet Santa one-to-one and receive their early Christmas gift. meet Santa one-to-one and receive their early Christmas gift.
Choice of 9.30am and 11am. Book online. Choice of 9.30am and 11am. Book online.
Cost: €15
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
Barrow Valley Art Group Exhibition 9.45am 9.45am Barrow Valley Art Group Exhibition
Carlow Central Library, Tullow Street, Carlow Carlow Central Library, Tullow Street, Carlow
Art Exhibition at Carlow Central Library, check with Library Art Exhibition at Carlow Central Library, check with Library
for exhibition opening times. for exhibition opening times.
Info: tel: 059 9129705 www.carlowlibraries.com Info: tel: 059 9129705 www.carlowlibraries.com
carlowcountylibrary carlowcountylibrary
Supper with Santa 6pm 6pm Supper with Santa
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical
Supper with Santa. Let your children join Mrs. Claus and the Supper with Santa. Let your children join Mrs. Claus and the
elves for a sing along while enjoying an evening supper before elves for a sing along while enjoying an evening supper before
Santa’s arrival. Once supper is complete Santa will arrive to Santa’s arrival. Once supper is complete Santa will arrive to
join in the sing along and meet all the children and spread the join in the sing along and meet all the children and spread the
festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and
receive their early Christmas gift from the big man himself. receive their early Christmas gift from the big man himself.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Pictures are free to be taken by parents on the day. Pictures are free to be taken by parents on the day. Cost: €15
Cost: €15
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
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Thursday 5th December Thursdays 5th & 12th December
Luka Bloom – Music Faulty Towers
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Experience
5 December, 8pm 5th & 12th December, 7.30pm
VISUAL, Old Dublin Road, Carlow Woodford Dolmen Hotel, Kilkenny Road, Carlow (book thorugh Visual, Carlow)
Luka Bloom is one of Ireland’s most respected contemporary folk artists. Having Officially the world’s longest running and most successful tribute to the BBC
produced over 20 albums since the 1970s, he continues to push the boundaries of sitcom, this one-of-a-kind original has sold out shows all over the world from
what his music can do. Sydney Opera House to London’s West End. Now it’s returning to Carlow. Basil,
Manuel and Sybil are on their way, gearing up to bring a healthy dose of mayhem
“The very embodiment of the folk singer, Luka Bloom has that deep sense of social to your door! Fully immersive, highly interactive and completely original, this is a
justice with an uncanny ability to distil contemporary life into the pithiest and most top-flight show where anything can happen and usually does. 70% of the show is
alluring combinations of lyrics and melody lines. His voice is still as open and honest improvised so it’s never the same twice. With two hours of comedy, three courses
as it was over 30 years ago, and his guitar finds chord combinations that are all his of food, and five-star reviews, expect chaos, laughs, and a brilliant night out!
own. Passion, playfulness and pause for thought: a hearty combination in any gig.”
Siobhan Long, Irish Times. Cost: €49 including 3 course meal
Cost: €20 Book online: boxoffice@visualcarlow.ie
Tel: 059 9172400
Book online: boxoffice@visualcarlow.ie
Tel: 059 9172400
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Friday 6th December
Breakfast with Santa 9.30am & 11am 6pm - 8pm Delta Centre Christmas Wonderland
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow Delta Centre & Sensory Gardens, Strawhall Estate, Carlow
Join Mrs. Claus and the elves for a sing along while enjoying breakfast before Santa’s arrival. Launching Friday 6th Dec with Carol Singing from 6pm - 8pm,
Once breakfast is complete Santa will arrive to join in the sing along and meet all the children until Friday 20th Dec, with Christmas Lights Display, Sensory
and spread the festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and receive their Santa, and Elves Workshop.
early Christmas gift. Choice of 9.30am and 11am. Book online at www.arboretum.com
Cost: €15
Info: www.deltasensorygardens.com
deltasensorygardens 2019
Barrow Valley Art Group Exhibition 9.45am deltasensorygardens
Carlow Central Library, Tullow Street, Carlow
Art Exhibition at Carlow Central Library, check with Library
for exhibition opening times.
Info: tel: 059 9129705 www.carlowlibraries.com
carlowcountylibrary Saturday 7th December
Supper with Santa 6pm 9am - 2pm Carlow Farmers Market
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow Potato Market, Carlow
Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical Carlow Farmers Market runs from 9am - 2pm every Saturday
Supper with Santa. Let your children join Mrs. Claus and the at Potato Market in the centre of Carlow Town providing fresh
elves for a sing along while enjoying an evening supper before locally-produced products. Special Christmas fair on Saturday
Santa’s arrival. Once supper is complete Santa will arrive to Dec. 7th with gifts from Santa, face painting, competitions
join in the sing along and meet all the children and spread the for vouchers, tasting of seasonal foods and hot spiced apple
festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and drinks.
receive their early Christmas gift from the big man himself. Info: www.carlowfarmersmarket.com
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. carlow farmers market
Pictures are free to be taken by parents on the day.
Cost: €15
Book online at www.arboretum.ie 9.30am & 11am Breakfast with Santa
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Ballon Christmas Lights Mini Festival 6pm
Join Mrs. Claus and the elves for a sing along while enjoying
breakfast before Santa’s arrival. Once breakfast is complete
Ballon Church, Ballon Village, Carlow Santa will arrive to join in the sing along and meet all the
Lights switch-on with torch light walk, Carols and hot children and spread the festive cheer. Every child will get to
chocolate. Meet outside Ballon Church, Ballon Village, Carlow meet Santa one-to-one and receive their early Christmas gift.
Choice of 9.30am and 11am. Book online.
Info: www.ballonvillage.com Siopa Glas
Cost: €15
Ballon Improvement Group
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
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Saturday 7th December Enhance your Christmas Menu
Christmas Elves Workshop 10am & 11.30am with a Trip to Carlow Farmers Market
& Storytelling with Mrs. Claus
9am - 2pm, Saturdays
Carlow Central Library, Tullow Street, Carlow
Potato Market, Carlow Town
Come and join Carlow Regional Youth Service’s Workshop in
the Shaw Room where Santa’s Elves will be making reindeer
food, colouring, etc., or join Mrs. Claus for storytelling in the Are you looking for ways to enhance your festive
Junior Area. favourites? Would you like to speak directly with
local producers about their passion for food?
Info: carlowrys Then Carlow Farmers Market is the place to visit.
We also have
Carlow Farmers Market was set up in response to
Carol Singing with Carlow Mental Health 11am gift vouchers
local consumer demand to have fresh, local and
traceable food and for the producers to be able
available which
Potato Market, Carlow Town to sell locally and directly to the consumer. The can be used at
Old fashioned community carol singing with Carlow Mental market is held every Saturday morning between any market stall!
Health Association. 9am and 2pm in the Potato Market, Carlow town.
Today the Market comprises 14 speciality
Info: www.carlowmentalhealth.ie Here consumers are offered fresh local produce food producers who come together weekly
carlow mental health association which includes local fruit and vegetables, organic to sell their locally produced food products.
fruit and vegetables, jams, chutneys and juices, Carlow Farmers Market is considered unique
free range meat and dry cured bacon products, in that it is one of a few authentic farmers
crepes cooked on site, fermented and ‘raw’ health markets where producers are all local,
food products and snacks, chocolates and produce their own products and sell mainly
truffles, traditionally crafted breads and cakes, their own produce. This market supports the
speciality breads including a wide selection local economy and provides opportunities for
of spelt products, cheese - both local and other food producers and farmers to set up
from farther afield, olive oil, olives, pesto and small food businesses and meet the growing
‘Mediterranean’ products , fresh fish, free range demand for a sustainable local supply chain.
eggs, vegetarian and vegan produce, summer Carlow Farmers Market are always happy
and winter bedding plants, vegetable and herb to receive applications from producers of
plants, pottery, locally grown flowers and other quality food.
seasonal products.
Please check our Facebook page for latest
details:
CarlowFarmersMarket
30County Carlow A FESTIVE Family Experience
Saturday 7th December Saturday 7th December
12.30pm - 5.30pm The Lisnavagh Christmas Fair
A Christmas Tale – Slapdash Theatre
Lisnavagh House, Lisnavagh, Rathvilly, Co. Carlow
The Lisnavagh Christmas Fair, in association with Irish Guide
Dogs for the Blind - Carlow Branch.
Info: www.lisnavagh.com Lisnavagh House and Gardens
6pm THE LISNAVAGH CHRISTMAS FAIR
opening times:
Supper with Santa
SATURDAY 8th & SUNDAY 9th DECEMBER, 12.30pm - 5.30pm
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Join Mrs. Claus and the elves for a sing along while enjoying
an evening supper. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-
the following vendors are confirmed to date:
one and receive their early Christmas gift. Children must be
SYLVIA SHIRLEY GREEN ANGEL accompanied by an adult at all times. Cost: €15
WINETAVERN FARM
HEALING & WELLNESS
MAD ABOUT FLOWERS
HOLLYNOOK POTTERY Book
SLANEYonline at www.arboretum.ie
PATCHWORK
FOREVER ALOE QUILTS
THE BIRDS & THE TEAS
MURAL MAYHEM CRAFTS
COOLATTIN CHEDDAR BUNBURY BOARDS
Sunday 8th December AND MANY MORE….
Duckett’s
12 - 5pm directions Grove Christmas Food
to lisnavagh house:
turn left in centre of rathvilly past mace shop. turn right
& Craft Fair
after the village school and right again at the next
7th December, 2pm & 7pm Duckett’s Grove, Rainestown, near Carlow Town (exit 4 on the M9 motorway)
junction – drive approx. half a mile and the main gate into
lisnavagh is on the right signposted ‘lisnavagh house’.
Duckett’sdirections
NO ENTRY FEE OR Grove Historic House will be transformed into Carlow’s own Winter Wonderland
from carlow:
VISUAL, Old Dublin Road, Carlow PARKING FEE.
HOWEVER, DONATIONS
take the hacketstown road through killerig cross on
when it hosts
to nextits everfour
staggered popular Christmas
crossroads Food
– straight across for and Craft Fair. The magic and fun of
hacketstown over hump-back bridge. keep on main road
Christmasuntil
can be enjoyed inatthis unique take historic setting where a host of traditional
ARE WELCOME FOR THE
CARLOW HOSPICE. next four crossroads tobinstown. the left
turn and follow road for approx 1 mile. lisnavagh house
Christmasis the
activities will entertain
fourth entrance and
on the left hand delight all the family. 12noon - 5pm. Admission:
side.
It’s Christmas Eve in a new town. Bobby Brown isn’t at all happy. What if no one €10 per car. All events inside free. Info: www.carlowtourism.com Tel: 059 9130411
wants to be friends? What if the teachers are all mean? What if, worst of all, Santa LISNAVAGH HOUSE, RATHVILLY, CO. CARLOW.
T: 059 9161473 E: EVENTS@LISNAVAGH.COM
can’t find them?! While Mrs & Mr Brown party downstairs, Bobby gets ready to sneak
The Lisnavagh Christmas Fair
WWW.LISNAVAGH.COM
12.30pm - 5.30pm
out the window, determined to go back home and make sure Santa finds her. Little
does she know that strange and magical things happen on Christmas Eve....
Lisnavagh House, Lisnavagh, Rathvilly, Co. Carlow
From the team that brought you the smash hit ‘Treasure Island’, join us for a brand The Lisnavagh Christmas Fair, in association with Irish Guide
new magical Christmas adventure for all the family! Dogs for the Blind - Carlow Branch.
Info: www.lisnavagh.com Lisnavagh House and Gardens
Cost: €16 / €10 concessions THE LISNAVAGH CHRISTMAS FAIR
6pm Supperopening
with Santa
times:
Book online: boxoffice@visualcarlow.ie SATURDAY 8th & SUNDAY 9th DECEMBER, 12.30pm - 5.30pm
Tel: 059 9172400 Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
32 Information as before. Cost: €15 Book online at www.arboretum.ie 33
the following vendors are confirmed to date:County Carlow A FESTIVE Family Experience
Sunday 8th December Sunday 8th December
Duckett’s Grove Christmas Food & Craft Fair Swan Lake – Ballet Ireland – Dance
12pm - 5pm giant Santa snow globe to capture those
special family memories and new for
Duckett’s Grove, Rainestown, near Carlow this year, a Santa’s orienteering course!
Town (exit 4 on the M9 motorway) Make and do workshops during the day
will allow children to create their very own
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas Christmas decorations for their tree. Live
- Duckett’s Grove Historic House will be festive musical entertainment takes place
transformed into Carlow’s own Winter throughout the day and is guaranteed to
Wonderland when it hosts its ever-popular create a special Christmas atmosphere.
Christmas Food and Craft Fair. An array of
festive activities will be available to entertain In keeping with the history of the estate,
and delight all the family. traditional weaving, bee-keeping and
woodturning demonstrations are on offer
The magic and fun of Christmas can be together with a falconry display of owls,
enjoyed in this unique historic setting, which hawks and birds of prey, which are sure to
was formerly at the centre of an extensive delight young and old.
estate that has dominated the Carlow
landscape for over 300 years. A magical Info: www.carlowtourism.com
grotto of traditional Christmas activities
showcasing the best of Carlow including
8th December, 8pm
craft, food and musical entertainment awaits VISUAL, Old Dublin Road, Carlow
all visitors in the courtyard area adjacent
to the main house. Featuring ceramics
and knitwear, art, jewellery, embroidery,
Ballet Ireland is delighted to present Swan Lake, one of the great love stories of
Christmas cards and decorations, this fair is
classical ballet which combines romantic themes, classical technique and ethereal
guaranteed to appeal to anybody seeking a
imagery, with Tchaikovsky’s majestic score.
special gift or those who just want to browse
and soak up the Christmas atmosphere. Swan Lake tells the story of Odette, a beautiful princess, who turned into a swan by day
Not to forget, mistletoe, Christmas plants by evil magician Von Rothbart, only to regain her human form at night. Out hunting by
and wreaths, all produced locally will also the lakeside, Prince Siegfried encounters her and falls madly in love with her. But will he
be in supply. On the food front there will be be able to break Von Rothbart’s spell..?
a plentiful choice of festive Christmas fare
including cakes, puddings and pies while tea,
coffee and light snacks are also available.
Cost: €25/€20 conc /€15 child (12 years or under)/ family of 4 €70
And of course, for the kiddies… Santa
Claus is coming to town… there will be a Book online: boxoffice@visualcarlow.ie
Santa Grotto and a complimentary surprise Tel: 059 9172400
for each child, children’s face painting, a
34 35County Carlow A FESTIVE Family Experience
Monday 9th December Tuesday 10th December
Art & Craft Exhibition 9.45am 6pm Supper with Santa
Carlow Central Library, Tullow Street, Carlow Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Dolmen Art Studio are having an Art & Craft Exhibition in Carlow Library. Running from 9th - 13th Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical
December, check with the Library for opening times, tel 059 9129705. Supper with Santa. Let your children join Mrs. Claus and the
elves for a sing along while enjoying an evening supper before
Info: www.carlowlibraries.ie Santa’s arrival. Once supper is complete Santa will arrive to
join in the sing along and meet all the children and spread the
festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and
Supper with Santa 6pm receive their early Christmas gift from the big man himself.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow Pictures are free to be taken by parents on the day. Cost: €15
Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical
Supper with Santa. Let your children join Mrs. Claus and the Book online at www.arboretum.ie
elves for a sing along while enjoying an evening supper before
Santa’s arrival. Once supper is complete Santa will arrive to
join in the sing along and meet all the children and spread the
festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and
Wednesday 11th December
receive their early Christmas gift from the big man himself.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. 9.45am Art & Craft Exhibition
Pictures are free to be taken by parents on the day. Cost: €15
Carlow Central Library, Tullow Street, Carlow
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
Dolmen Art Studio are having an Art & Craft Exhibition in
Carlow Library. Running until 13th December, Check with the
Library for opening times, tel 059 9129705.
Tuesday 10th December Info: www.carlowlibraries.ie
Building Resilience for Christmas - 9.30am - 1.30pm
Mental Health & Wellbeing Training 6pm Supper with Santa
Church of Ireland Community House, Haymarket, Carlow, R93 E427 Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical
This will be a free event but places will be limited so booking will be required.
Supper with Santa. Information as before. Cost: €15
Info: carlowmentalhealth@hotmail.com or 085 818 1353
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
Art & Craft Exhibition 9.45am
6.30pm Tullow Christmas Carol Service
Carlow Central Library, Tullow Street, Carlow
Dolmen Art Studio are having an Art & Craft Exhibition in Carlow Tullow Library, Tullow, Co. Carlow
Library. Running from 9th - 13th December, check with the Christmas Carol Service with Regina Hanley
Library for opening times, tel 059 9129705.
Info: www.carlowlibraries.ie
Info: www.carlowlibraries.ie
36 37County Carlow A FESTIVE Family Experience
Wednesday 11th - Sunday 15th December Thursday 12th December
Art & Craft Exhibition
Sleeping Beauty – Striking Productions – Theatre 9.45am
Carlow Central Library, Tullow Street, Carlow
Dolmen Art Studio are having an Art & Craft Exhibition in
11th-13th December Carlow Library. Running from 9th - 13th December, check with
7.30pm the Library for opening times, tel 059 9129705.
Info: www.carlowlibraries.ie
14th-15th December
2.30pm & 7.30pm Festive Coffee Morning with the Go Léir Women’s Group
10am
An Gairdín Beo, Old Dublin Road, Carlow
VISUAL, Old Dublin Road,
A drop in festive coffee morning hosted by the Go Léir
Carlow Women’s Group in Carlow’s wonderful community garden,
An Gairdín Beo.
Info: e mail: carlowcommunitygarden@gmail.com
www.angairdinbeo.org AnGairdinBeo
6pm Supper with Santa
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Striking Productions returns for its 8th consecutive Christmas extravaganza! Featuring Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical
the usual local cast of both adults and children. A memory-making staple on each Supper with Santa. Let your children join Mrs. Claus and the
elves for a sing along while enjoying an evening supper before
family’s Christmas calendar.
Santa’s arrival. Once supper is complete Santa will arrive to
Once upon a time, in a land far, far away, a beautiful princess was born. The entire join in the sing along and meet all the children and spread the
kingdom was delighted, apart from the evil fairy, who is angry she did not get an invite festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and
receive their early Christmas gift from the big man himself.
to the baptism. She places a curse on the Princess, aided by her two ravens, Jack and
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Daw. The years go by and the Princess falls in love with a young prince. Soon she will
Pictures are free to be taken by parents on the day. Cost: €15
turn 18, not knowing of the evil spell. Intrigued by a mystifying old spinning wheel, she
pricks her finger and falls asleep… Book online at www.arboretum.ie
TIckets: €19 / €15 / family of 4 :€65
Book online: boxoffice@visualcarlow.ie
Tel: 059 9172400
38 39County Carlow A FESTIVE Family Experience
Friday 13th December Saturday 14th December
Art & Craft Exhibition 9.45am 9am - 2pm Carlow Farmers Market
Carlow Central Library, Tullow Street, Carlow Potato Market, Carlow
Dolmen Art Studio are having an Art & Craft Exhibition in Carlow Library. Running from 9th - 13th Carlow Farmers Market runs from 9am - 2pm every Saturday
December, check with the Library for exhibition opening times, tel 059 9129705. at Potato Market in the centre of Carlow Town providing fresh
locally-produced products. Special Christmas fair on Saturday
Info: www.carlowlibraries.ie
Dec. 7th with gifts from Santa, face painting, competitions for
vouchers, tasting of seasonal foods and hot spiced apple drinks
Supper with Santa 6pm
Info: www.carlowfarmersmarket.com
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow carlow farmers market
Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical
Supper with Santa. Let your children join Mrs. Claus and the 6pm Supper with Santa
elves for a sing along while enjoying an evening supper before
Santa’s arrival. Once supper is complete Santa will arrive to Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
join in the sing along and meet all the children and spread the
Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical
festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and
Supper with Santa. Let your children join Mrs. Claus and the
receive their early Christmas gift from the big man himself.
elves for a sing along while enjoying an evening supper before
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Santa’s arrival. Once supper is complete Santa will arrive to
Pictures are free to be taken by parents on the day. Cost: €15
join in the sing along and meet all the children and spread the
Book online at www.arboretum.ie festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and
receive their early Christmas gift from the big man himself.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Pictures are free to be taken by parents on the day. Cost: €15
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
Looking to broaden your horizons in
the New Year? 8pm Joy to the World - Carlow Choral Society
Our short Evening Courses start in January 2020! Cathedral of the Assumption, College Street, Carlow
Featuing Whitbourn’s Missa Carolae, Handel’s Hallelujah
Chorus, Zadok the Priest, Adam’s O Holy Night and a
APPLY NOW for the course of your choice selection of Sing-Along Christmas Carols. Accompanied
by Cathedral Organ and the Dublin Brass Ensemble.
» Actually Reading Ulysses: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About the Missa Carolae is an amazing arrangement of Christmas
Greatest Novel Ever Written But Were Afraid to Ask!
» We the People: An Insight into American Politics in Election Year carols sung in Latin for choir, soloists, brass, organ
» Oral History: How to Explore the Past Through Opinions & Emotions and piccolo. You’ll recognise tunes such as ‘God Rest
» But I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For: Exploring Spirituality
Ye Merry Gentlemen’, ‘Infant Holy’ and ‘In Dulci Jubilo’.
through Music and Film
» Vanity, Greed & Deceit: Reflections of Life in Pursuit of Social Approval Favourite carols such as ‘Hark! The Herald Angels Sing’
» Organic Food: Sustainable Food Production or Good Marketing? and ‘Once in Royal David’s City’, many with brass, organ
Find out more at accompaniment and audience participation.
The cost per course is €125 www.CarlowCollege.ie Book online at www.eventbrite.ie
40 Carlow College, St. Patrick’s, College Street, Carlow
T: 059 915 3200 E: admissionscc@CarlowCollege.ie www.carlowchoralsociety.net carlowchoralsoc 41County Carlow A FESTIVE Family Experience
Saturday 14th December
Joy to the World - Carlow Choral Society
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Come and join us for this Christmas
event, which will feature Whitbourn’s
Missa Carolae, Handel’s Hallelujah
Chorus, Zadok the Priest, Adam’s O
Holy Night and a selection of Sing-
Along Christmas Carols. Accompanied
by Cathedral Organ and The Dublin
Brass Ensemble.
What can you expect? Missa Carolae –
an amazing arrangement of Christmas
carols sung in Latin for choir, soloists,
brass, organ and piccolo. You’ll
recognise and have a chance to hear
tunes such as ‘God Rest Ye Merry
Gentlemen’, ‘Infant Holy’ and ‘In Dulci
Jubilo’. Favourite carols such as ‘Hark!
The Herald Angels Sing’ and ‘Once in
Royal David’s City’, many with brass,
organ accompaniment and audience Tickets: €20, children free
participation. It is a must event this
Christmas Season for all the Family.
Book online: www.eventbrite.ie
42 Info: www.carlowchoralsociety.net 43County Carlow A FESTIVE Family Experience
Sunday 15th December Tuesday 17th December
Supper with Santa 6pm 6pm Supper with Santa
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical
Supper with Santa. Let your children join Mrs. Claus and the Supper with Santa. Let your children join Mrs. Claus and the
elves for a sing along while enjoying an evening supper before elves for a sing along while enjoying an evening supper before
Santa’s arrival. Once supper is complete Santa will arrive to Santa’s arrival. Once supper is complete Santa will arrive to
join in the sing along and meet all the children and spread the join in the sing along and meet all the children and spread the
festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and
receive their early Christmas gift from the big man himself. receive their early Christmas gift from the big man himself.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Pictures are free to be taken by parents on the day. Cost: €15 Pictures are free to be taken by parents on the day. Cost: €15
Book online at www.arboretum.ie Book online at www.arboretum.ie
8pm The Brexit Blues
Monday 16th December RehabCare Resource Centre, Killeshin Road,
Graiguecullen, Carlow
Save the Produce 10.30am A light hearted musical drama based on Brexit
with a host of interesting characters!!
An Gairdín Beo Community Garden,
Old Dublin Rd, Carlow Info: www.rehabcare.ie
Community garden gathering to preserve, cook, demonstrate
ideas and share produce and serve a healthy lunch.
Info: e mail: carlowcommunitygarden@gmail.com
www.angairdinbeo.org AnGairdinBeo
Supper with Santa 6pm
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical
Supper with Santa. Let your children join Mrs. Claus and the
elves for a sing along while enjoying an evening supper before
Santa’s arrival. Once supper is complete Santa will arrive to
join in the sing along and meet all the children and spread the
festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and
receive their early Christmas gift from the big man himself.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Pictures are free to be taken by parents on the day.
Cost: €15
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
44 45County Carlow A FESTIVE Family Experience
Tuesday 17th December Wednesday 18th December
Supper with Santa
Vita and Virginia – Cinema 6pm
Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
Come along to Arboretum this Christmas for our magical
Supper with Santa. Let your children join Mrs. Claus and the
elves for a sing along while enjoying an evening supper before
Santa’s arrival. Once supper is complete Santa will arrive to
join in the sing along and meet all the children and spread the
festive cheer. Every child will get to meet Santa one-to-one and
receive their early Christmas gift from the big man himself.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Pictures are free to be taken by parents on the day. Cost: €15
Book online at www.arboretum.ie
8pm The Brexit Blues
RehabCare Resource Centre, Killeshin Road,
Graiguecullen, Carlow
A light hearted musical drama based on Brexit
with a host of interesting characters!!
Info: www.rehabcare.ie
17th December, 8pm
VISUAL, Old Dublin Road, Carlow
Thursday 19th December
Based on a true story, Vita & Virginia details the passionate relationship between
literary trailblazer Virginia Woolf (Elizabeth Debicki), and enigmatic aristocrat 6pm Supper with Santa
Vita Sackville-West (Gemma Arterton). When their paths cross, the magnetic
Vita decides the beguiling, stubborn and gifted Virginia will be her next conquest, Arboretum, Leighlinbridge, Carlow
no matter the cost. The ensuing relationship leads to the birth of Woolf’s bold, Details as before. Cost: €15
experimental novel Orlando. A daring celebration of an unconventional bond, and a Book online at www.arboretum.ie
vivid exploration of gender, sexuality, creativity and passion, Vita & Virginia details
the love story of two women - two writers - who smashed through social barriers to
find solace in their forbidden connection.
110 minutes, Ireland, UK, 2018, 15
Cost: €6 early bird before 5.30pm on the night
Book online: boxoffice@visualcarlow.ie
Tel: 059 9172400
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