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7th Meath Dunshaughlin Scout Troop

Dunshaughlin Harvest Festival 2011 & 7th Meath Scouts   Venue: Maddens field behind the Bank of Ireland   Saturday 24th September  2pm – 6pm Come along and try Tomahawk throwing with Pat and Eoin 2pm – 6pm Call in and … Continue reading

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The Enemies

The Enemies are a 5 piece band based in Drogheda, Co. Louth. Crossing many genres, including Funk, Rock, Country, Blues and Pop, The Enemies have a loyal following all across the North East and further afield.

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South Leinster Pikemen

SUNDAY 18th SEPTEMBER 5.30pm CHANGE OF TIME DUE TO ALL IRELAND FINAL South Leinster Pikemen – Marching Band, Storytellers & Mummers Join the South Leinster group who are meeting at the Community Centre at 3.30pm to lay a wreath at … Continue reading

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Fashion Show

Sat 24 and Sun 25 September.  Fortuna / Jenny’s Carpark area. All under cover there will be fashion shows taking place all through the day, watch the models display all the latest fashions from local boutiques or browse the clothes shops, … Continue reading

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Tae Kwon Do

It combines combat techniques,self defense, sport, exercise. It is one of  the world’s most popular martial art in terms of number of practitioners and has been an Olympic event since 2000. A local club will display the skill and discipline required.

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Fire Station Open Day

Dunshaughlin Fire Service is  the first retained station as you travel North on the N3 away from Dublin City. Their area of responsibility extends from Clonee, East to Ratoath, West as far as  Kilcloon and extends North to Tara, the … Continue reading

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Pitch and Putt

The local pitch and putt club are hosting an open day at their grounds on the Drumree Road.

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Foley’s Forge

Come along to view a real working forge.  Foley’s forge established in 1845 is renowned for their hand forged wrought iron products.Niall Foley, a farrier by trade, will give a demonstration on site.  Watch as the hammer strikes the anvil and … Continue reading

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Lydia Finnegan Dog Behavourist

Lydia Finnegan Dog Behaviourist will be on hand to provide advice and information on dog behaviour  for all dog lovers and owners There will be a dog agility display and a chance for locals to put their own dogs through their … Continue reading

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Hunt and Hounds

Tallyho!  The Huntsman’s bugle sounds, the dogs excitment cannot be contained and the chase is on…… Until recent years the Hunt and hounds were a regular part of our village life.  Dunshaughlin Harvest Festival are welcoming the hunt to our village once … Continue reading

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Girls Football Match

Royal Gaels Ladies GLC play a match on home turf.    Over the years the ladies teams have had much success claiming numerous county titles so ome along and cheer them on and enjoy ladies gaelic football at its best.

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Flash Fleadh – A Fleadh with a difference

From 3.00pm to 6.00pm groups of musicians, located at various positions around the village, will entertain us all. Then, at 6.00 pm each group, at different intervals, will make their way to the main stage until we have one huge sound from all … Continue reading

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Fontana Restaurant

On Tuesday 20th September at Fontana Restaurant: Adding to the ambience and enjoyment of your evening in Fontana will be harpist Ciara Vaughan  .

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Venetian Operatic Night

Venetian Operatic Night in ‘Venice’ restaurant.   London-trained soprano, Sandra Gayer, will be  there to entertain us with intervals of our favourite arias and melodies.

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The Big Ball Race

This may be the greatest, most colourful and spectacular Ping Pong Ball Race you’ve ever seen! During the festival you can ‘buy’ a ping pong ball with your name on it. On the last day of the festival all the … Continue reading

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The Great Tractor Run

About 150 vintage, classic and contemporary tractors from all over Ireland will make their way through Dunshaughlin and surrounding townlands from 12noon to 2pm. Look out for the ‘Most Orginal Tractor’ and the ‘Best Restored Tractor’ as this will be … Continue reading

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Vintage Car Display

Local members of the COVOC (Celtic Old Vehicle Owners Club) will depart from The County Club  in their vintage cars and drive through the village to the green area of Maeldúin. Come and admire the character and beauty of these automobiles. They will be joined … Continue reading

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Van Diessel Exhibition

more information to follow.

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Dunshaughlin Ghost Tour

Why not join us on the Dunshaughlin Most Haunted Ghost Tour – if you dare.   Dunshaughlin through the years has seen its share of massacres, hangings and murders. Many locals report spooky goings on, unexplained footsteps, moving furniture, and … Continue reading

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Eamon Toal

Dunshaughlin-man Eamon Toal is one of Ireland’s best placing Eurovision contestants. A funny, talented and personable entertainer, Eamon has performed for the President of Ireland, Mary McAleese. Enjoy Eamon at his best – singing, performing and, as the MC of … Continue reading

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Mobile Petting Farm

A firm favourite with young children the mobile petting farm allows children to safely pet, watch and learn about the animals common to Irish farms. What came first the chicken or the egg? If cows eat grass why is milk … Continue reading

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Dunshaughlin Players & Oddball Productions

Dunshaughlin Players present ‘Dope’ a humourous one-act play written and directed by Meath-woman Ciara Cassoni about the ups and downs of a couple and their manky greyhound, Marijuana.  Is it Marijuana that’s keeping them together – take a glimpse into the thoughts … Continue reading

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Teen Disco by Funshaughlin Promotions

Funshaughlin Promotions is Dunshaughlin’s answer to teenage entertainment. Bringing the best entertainment Ireland has to offer to the youth of Dunshaughlin, Funshaughlin Promotions is renown and respected in Dunshaughlin for well-organised discos and live acts for teenagers. Let the party … Continue reading

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Genealogy Service

Come along to the Courthouse and begin tracing your ancestral roots. Specialists will be on hand to guide you through the process.

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Heritage Trail & Historical Talks

Learn about the history of Dunshaughlin and its surrounding areas from published local historians with a wealth of knowledge about our past. Discover the rich heritage of County Meath and the Boyne Valley . from our Heritage Centre at The … Continue reading

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Culture Night Themed Pageant

    A duet of Light and Sound. Promise of a tapestry of top class entertainment  – with dancers from Riverdance, Harpists, fiddlers, flautist, Choral Society, Riverdance musicians, threaded together with snippets of Meath history.        

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Brush Shiels followed by Shaken Edge

Brush takes to the Main Stage on Friday 23rd September. Best known as the front-man of Gary Moore’s band – Skid Row he went on to host his own show  on RTÉ called Off yer Brush.  This is one performer … Continue reading

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Don Baker

Don Baker, one of Ireland’s greatest blues and harmonica masters, takes to the main stage with local musican Stuart Gray as lead guitarist. (photo: Laura Faherty Photography on location at Rathbeggan Lakes)

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Electric Lemon supported by Niamh Collins

A leading Irish band, Electric Lemon have played venues across the country headlining events such as ‘The Rose of Tralee’ festival and the ‘Cork Jazz’ festival. Niamh Collins and her band HeadBoxx recently won the Tunebreakers Inaugural Charts and with … Continue reading

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Mary Duff supported by Ray Murtagh

Mary who is well known and respected in country music circles will draw our main stage events to a close on Sunday evening.  Mary is Daniel O Donnell’s special guest on tour for 2011 as she has been in previous … Continue reading

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Liam Lawton

Unwind and relax in the company of Fr. Liam Lawton, Ireland’s award-winning, multi-platinum, singer-songwriter. He is a unique artist whose music has etched itself on the landscape of Ireland and far beyond. Drawing from the sacred and rich tradition of his … Continue reading

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Pub Poetry Competitions

Sit back and relax by the fire as you are treated to a night of rhyme and verse.

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The Bank Bar * €€

We are proud to welcome you to The Bank on College Green. Hospitality Ireland Bar of the Year for 2007, 2009 and just recently 2010. We at The Bank take great measure to ensure that your experience with us, whether … Continue reading

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Food and Street Markets

Download Trade / Craft Stand booking Form Download Food Market Stall booking Form Amble around our food and street markets, browse the stalls and sample the wares. Relax with a cuppa in the Solheim Cuppa Teashop  and soak in the atmosphere. With … Continue reading

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Working Craft Village

  Dunshaughlin Harvest Festival – invites craftspeople to get involved The festival organizers are looking for: * Craftspeople for demonstrations for the working Craft Village * Exhibitors for the Craft Village * Anyone with craft/heritage ideas of interest to the … Continue reading

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Children’s Inflatable Playzone

Bounce till you can bounce no more …. a large area with up to eight bouncy castles and bouncy slides for children from 2yrs-12yrs.

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Art & Craft Workshops

Puppetry, paper crafts, figurine painting, face painting. Bring out the creative side in the little ones! With expert guidance, friendly tips and advice children will love letting their imagination take over. Suitable for 4yrs+ (face painting for all ages).

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Traditional Sports & Games

Join in the sack races and egg & spoon races, toss the bale of hay, knock the turnip from the stake and lots more …. there’ll be plenty of laughs and great challenges – it’s harder than you think to … Continue reading

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Soap Box Derby

Download your entry form here and spend your summer evenings designing and building your lean, mean, racing machine and then proudly navigate it through our purpose-built track cheered on by family and friends. The soap box derby car is a small, … Continue reading

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Carnival

  A firm favourite with teenagers and young children alike.

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Heritage Exhibitions

Heritage Exhibitions in the courthouse include: The Famine Years in Ireland. Irish Involvement in World War 1 Community Exhibitions The Music of Michael Van Deissel There will also be a geneology service, talks by local historians, guided tours of Dunshaughlin’s … Continue reading

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Dunshaughlin Heritage Trail – guided tours

Take a guided stroll around Dunshaughlin’s Heritage Trail and visit some of our most cherished sites, amongst them the Norman Motte, the 230year old library (formerly the Catholic Chruch) and the old Toll House used to collect tolls from travellers … Continue reading

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Comedy Night

Jack Wise, Neil Hickey, M.C. Simon O’Keeffe

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Battle of the Axe Comedy Club

Welcome to the Battle of the Axe, the open mic show for stand-up comedy, improv, singer/songwriters, music, drama, etc. Teh year of 2010 has been a tough year at the Battle of the Axe but with the power of excellent … Continue reading

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ComedyHaHa

Come down to Sweeneys Bar to ComedyHaHa tonight for a great night of comedy!

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Laugh Out Loud

Another great stand up comedy act act the loveliest comedy club in Ireland. Comedy Night with Aidan Killian and special guests

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A Bear A Bull And A Chicken Walk Into A Bar

Comedy and improv from 9pm. Pints and chats upstairs.

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Bridge bar & Grill * €€€

From the creators of Town Bar and Grill comes Bridge Bar and Grill, a modern brasserie steeped in charm and character. Nestled under the Grand Canal Railway, Bridge takes its name and distinctive shape from its surroundings. Serving simple and … Continue reading

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Town Bar & Grill * €€€

John Meagher and John Flood of de Blacam Meagher are responsible for the interior design of the restaurant. Hand-made Italian terracotta tiles, low slung table lights are set against simple stripped back white walls that act as a gallery space … Continue reading

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Bang Restaurant * €€€

The Bang experience is all about great food, great wine and a great atmosphere. The original artwork and rare prints by leading Irish and international artists displayed in Bang add a unique quality to the atmosphere of our restaurant. We … Continue reading

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Toscana City Centre * €€

Welcome to Toscana Restaurants in Dublin City Centre. Situated on Dame Street, directly across from Dublin Castle and in the heart of Dublin’s vibrant Temple Bar and City nightlife. Olympia theatre, Vicar Street, Tivoli and other Dublin City attractions of … Continue reading

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Uisce Restaurant * €€

Overlooking the historic Grand Canal, the Hilton Dublin Hotel is a 10-minute walk from the famous St. Stephen’s Green area and Grafton Street and only 3 miles away from the RDS Convention Center. Located on the green LUAS line it … Continue reading

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The Quays Irish Restaurant * €€

Situated in the heart of Dublin, in the middle of the famous Temple Bar, that has preserved its medieval street pattern with many narrow cobbled street and has a lively nightlife that is popular with tourists is The Quays Restaurant. … Continue reading

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The Unicorn * €€

Aside from their wonderful display of antipasto, an extensive menu based on Irish ingredients (suppliers are listed) is offered, including signature dishes such as risotto funghi porcini (which is not available on Monday), and involtini ‘saltimbocca style’ – pockets of … Continue reading

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The Saddle Room * €€

Offering full Irish breakfast buffet including an a la carte menu, fresh baked breads and other delicacies and a modern steak & seafood using fresh local produce, featuring an open show kitchen & oyster bar.

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The Exchequer * €€

“gastropub, n. Brit. A public house which specializes in serving high-quality food.” Derived from “gastronomy”, and first coined in when the first gastropub, The Eagle, opened in London, gastropubs always have an atmosphere which is relaxed, and a focus on … Continue reading

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The Chili Club * €€

Dublin’s first Thai Restaurant The Chili Club has been cosily situated in Anne’s lane off Grafton Street since 1991. Irish owned by Tess Corr, Thomas Mahon and Peter Slane, it is a long-time favourite with Dublin’s restaurant-goers, serving delicious authentic … Continue reading

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The Cliff Town House * €€

One of the top, most stylish and talked about restaurants in Dublin, both our exquisite food and opulent atmosphere are beyond compare. Traditional dishes have been given a modern twist with lighter preparation and presentation reflecting the diversity of the … Continue reading

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The Farm Restaurant * €€

The Farm is owned and operated by an Irish family who have been involved in the hospitality industry in Dublin for 40 years, together with their General Manager Tony Kelly And head chef Nick Gonta. The decision to open the … Continue reading

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The Odeon * €€

The Odeon Bar & Grill’s menu is all about Fresh Irish Produce served in a contemporary ‘Gastropub’ style and cooked to order. The Odeon Bar & Grill are also offering a complimentary bottle of house wine when you spend €45 … Continue reading

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Thai Orchid * €€

Thai Orchid is a firm favourite with both regulars and tourists. The restaurant is spread over 3 floors and is very authentic with Thai music. The chefs are also Thai which shows in the excellent menu choices and the prices … Continue reading

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Sinners Restaurant * €€

A gorgeous Lebanese restaurant in the heart of Dublin city. Fantastic dishes and amazing atmosphere – this is sure to become a favourite. Sinners Lebanese Restaurant is a former recipient of a “Best Ethnic Cuisine” Temple Bar award and continues … Continue reading

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Salamanca * €€

Here at Salamanca Tapas bar and Restaurant, we have been providing a wide range of quality tapas and a wine list that samples some of the finest vineyards in the world for many years now.Prompt, pleasant service in a welcoming … Continue reading

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Saagar Indian Restaurant * €€

Welcome to Saagar Indian Restaurants. Founded in Mullingar in 1992 by Sunil & Meera Kumar, Saagar has gone from strength to strength, and soon opened branches in Dublin and Athlone. Saagar is undoubtedly Ireland’s Best Indian Restaurant… With exceptional regional … Continue reading

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Shanahan’s on the Green * €€€€

In addition to a creative and sumptuous menu, which features traditional steaks and Ireland’s native seafood combined with hearty side dishes and exquisite pastries, Shanahan’s has the finest in gracious service. The elegance of the food and service, however, is … Continue reading

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Oliver St John Gogartys * €€

Gogartys award winning traditional Irish restaurant has been an icon in Temple Bar for a number of years and serves up traditional Irish dishes with some recipes dating back to the 19th century. Gogartys has a large selection of fine … Continue reading

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Mexico to Rome * €€

Mexico to Rome is launching Banditos Grill House. Great quality grilled burgers and steaks at amazingly affordable prices. This coupled with our favourite Mexican, Italian and vegetarian dishes makes it a great venue for everyone. We will be launching a … Continue reading

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Millstone Restaurant * €€

Millstone is the perfect venue for any occasion, situated on Dame Street in the City Centre. Please come in and try our Traditional Irish Set Menu, 2 Courses for only €18 or 3 Courses only €23 Available from Sunday to … Continue reading

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Montys of Kathmandu * €€

Welcome to Monty’s of Kathmandu, Dublin’s only Nepalese restaurant right in the heart of the famous Temple Bar district. Winner of the Gilbeys Gold Medal Ethnic Category 2003 Food and Wine Magazine’s World Cuisine Award, 2005 Listed in the Bridgestone … Continue reading

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Luigi Malones Restaurant * €€

Luigi Malones is a unique blend of great value and exciting international foods, offering exclusive imported wines, world wide beers and speciality cocktails. An original part of the historic Dublin City Wall is displayed within the restaurant. This wall which … Continue reading

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