Kildare Diary

Naas Local History Group present

"Hanged, drawn and quartered ... crime & punishment in Naas in bygone days"

an illustrated talk by Dr John Kehoe.

Tuesday, 20 January, 8pm, Town House Hotel, Naas

All very welcome

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Kill Musical and Dramatic Society Pantomime

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Castledermot Local History Group

 hold their 2026 AGM on Thursday 22nd of January

 at 8pm in The Heritage Room, Teach Diarmada (R14 XF46).

 All are welcome to attend.

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The Parents Association of Cross and Passion College Kilcullen

 fundraiser in aid of the school and the Laura Lynn Hospice

Saturday 24th January from 10-3

At the back steps/bike shelter of the CPC Kilcullen.

Items accepted clothes, paired shoes, hats, handbags, scarves, belts.

Not accepted bedding, curtains, towels, duvets, uniforms.

Contact Simone Walsh volunteer parent 086 88 99 207

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This event offers an excellent opportunity for business to connect with business leaders from across County Kildare, strengthen your professional network, and raise your business profile.

Guest Speaker Sharon Farrell, Founder and Managing Director of FACE Credit

Sharon works closely with business owners to improve cash flow, strengthen credit processes, and protect customer relationships. 

Enjoy light refreshments on arrival and learn more about the benefits of engaging with the County Kildare Chamber.

The event is open to members and non-members, with members encouraged to bring a guest.

Link for more information and link to register for the event:

https://countykildarechamber.glueup.com/event/regional-meeting-newbridge-162951/?pk_campaign=widget-event-list

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Curragh Local History Group

Next meeting, at 8.00pm Tuesday 27th January

in Suncroft Community Complex, R56T921.

Guest speaker Rory Hopkins will discuss the 1641 Rebellion and the Battle of Kilrush, near Athy.

All welcome!

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South Kildare Beekeepers Association Beginners Beekeeping Course 

Aimed at anyone with an interest in bees, pollinators, starting beekeeping, no prior experience needed. 

Venue: The Auld Sheebeen, Athy, R14 RY62

Time: 7:30 pm - 9pm
Cost: €65

2026 Class Schedule: Feb 4th to April 8th

Feb 4th- Monthly Club Meeting  Asian Hornet and monitoring stations (hornet traps?)
Feb 11 - The Auld Shebeen - Beekeeping Equipment and Apiary Siting
Feb 18 - The Auld Shebeen - The Colony
Feb 25 -  The Auld Shebeen - Healthy Bees and Diseases

March 4th - Monthly Club Meeting
March 11 - The Auld Shebeen - Forage - what bees need
March 18 - Managing for Honey Production and Feeding
March 25 - The Auld Shebeen - A Year in the Apiary

April 1st - Monthly Club Meeting -Swarm Control
April 8th -  Practicals Workshop ( Location TBC )

What is learned in the classroom then moves to the club's beehives over the summer

Contact / Booking: https://southkildarebeekeepers.org/product/beginners-beekeeping-coursemembership-2026/

Beginners also get membership of South Kildare beekeepers for a year and can attend all club meetings events and lectures and are covered  by the clubs insurance policy for all beekeeping activities 

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The 3rd Annual HOPE Fashion Show 

takes place on  Friday  27th February

in Lawlor’s Hotel, Naas.

 As always, all funds raised from this event will ensure that HOPE can continue to sustain our vital life changing programmes in Kolkata to realize our vision of " a world where it should never hurt to be a child".

TP Waters, Mazda, Fiat, Jeep and Jeep Pro, Monasterevin Rd., Kildare are sponsoring the event,

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Athy Town Promoters are delighted to announce that the theme for the 2026 St Patrick’s Day Parade will be “Community Spirit.”

This theme celebrates the people, groups, volunteers, clubs, businesses and organisations who make Athy such a vibrant and welcoming town. It recognises the everyday kindness, cooperation and pride that bring our communities together and help it thrive.

The 2026 parade will showcase the many ways community spirit is expressed across Athy

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