Kildare Diary

Kildare Diary

A FREE service to community groups, sports clubs and charities.

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Monday to Friday at 11.20am, 3.20pm, 6.40pm & 8.20pm

Sundays: 8.30am, 11.30am.

Send your notice, at least, a week beforehand. 

We will publish it here on receipt, and broadcast it, at least, 3 days before the event. 

Email info@kfmradio.com, with the subject 'Kildare Diary'

Notices published in chronological order!

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Kildare County Council Homeless Outreach Clinics

Drop-in clinics throughout the county to provide information about homelessness supports

12th of May - Teach Dara Kildare Town  2pm – 4pm
14th of May - Athy Family Resource Centre  2pm – 4pm

16th of May - Newbridge Family Resource Centre  2.30pm – 4pm
20th of May - Celbridge Library 2pm – 4pm

26th of May - Curragh Family Resource Centre 10am – 12pm.

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St David's Boxing Club, Naas 

Boxing tournament 

in Naas Boxing Club, in the former Fire Station, Fairgreen, Naas

Thursday 8th May at 7.30pm

Naas BC selection Versus Phoenix BC, Ballyboughal, Dublin 

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Kildare GAA Masters Football & Hurling

Recruiting Players Over 40

New Players Final Registration Dates

Football May 8th

Hurling May 15th.

Contact Noel: 086 608 4703

or email: secretary.kildaremasters.com or send message to the Social Media platforms

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Castledermot Local History Group

in association with Radio Castledermot

 will broadcast Memories of Castledermot in Teach Diarmada 

on Thursday May 8th at 8pm

To watch live go to here to ask a question or add a story of your own please WhatsApp on the night to 353 87 226 5103 or email: radiocastledermot@gmail.com.

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Maganey Community Group

 invite you to walk with them for Darkness into Light, in aid of Pieta House.

 Saturday 10th May

 The 5km sunrise walk will begin at 4.15am at Maxol, 3 counties.

 refreshments afterwards.

 Please sign up individually on the DIL website.

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Karen is running the Fast Pace half marathon on May 18th. She has decided to run the race in aid of the KWWSPCA. As part of her fundraising, she is hosting a Pilates class (or Pawlates )

 Please book in advance by texting 086 0853845. This is a humans only event!

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Kildare Steiner School Spring Festival

Saturday, 10th May, from 11am to 5pm

featuring Fiarock, a lively Irish music band, along with workshops,

handmade crafts, wholesome food, and a strong sense of community

Tickets available here

We are also thrilled to invite you to take part in our Spring Raffle, with over €4,000 in incredible prizes generously donated by supporters of our school.
Every ticket sold helps secure the future of Kildare Steiner School

here

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Insight Theatre Celbridge 

Stages "Dublin by Lamplight", a play by Michael West.

 Upstairs in the Kildrought Lounge Celbridge.

Set in Dublin in 1904, this witty production highlights the lurid and comical world of actors, drunks, dodgers and thieves.

Runs from Wednesday May 7th to Saturday May 10th

and from Tuesday May 13th to Saturday May 17th

 Tickets are available through email at insightcelbridge@gmail.com 

or by text at 089 269 4894

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Athy Care of The Elderly Committee

Annual Church Gate Collection  Athy and Barrowhouse churches

May 10th and 11th

Funds raised support Christmas fuel vouchers and annual dinner.

Enquiries to 085 7286169

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Ryston  Boxing Club Newbridge

 presents the Joe and Peter Cox Memorial Boxing Tournament

 Saturday 17th May 2025 at the Ryston Gym, Newbridge.

Doors open at 6PM | First bout at 7PM

Featuring 14 exciting contests from Novice to Elite level.

Adults €5 | Children go free

Tickets available on the door only

All proceeds go directly to support Ryston Boxing Club and your support is greatly appreciated.

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  KWWSPCA DOG AGILITY AND THE WILD TAILS DOG SHOW 

at Russborough House Garden Show from 2.30pm, 18th May

There are fun events and every type of dog is welcome, especially rescue dogs.

For more information, please call Sally on 087 6803295.

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Leixlip Town Twinning Association 

Annual General Meeting 

Thursday 22nd May in Our Lady's Parish Centre, Room 2

at 8pm. 

Everyone is encouraged and very welcome to attend

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Opening of Sensory Garden at Leixlip Youth and Community Centre

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June Fest 

invites crafters, bakers, small businesses and community groups to sign up now for a stall 

at the Bank holiday Family Fun Day,

Monday 2nd June.

Email trinajunefest@gmail.com 

OR message June Fest via their FB page

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The County Kildare Orchestra

Performance of John Williams’ Star Wars score alongside Gustav Holst’s The Planets 

Sunday, June 8th, 

Dreamland Ballroom,Athy

in aid of The Lions Club, supporting vital community initiatives.

Conducted by Lorcan Daly, the 70-member orchestra promises an unforgettable musical experience,

Doors open at 4pm, with the concert commencing at 5pm.

Tickets  between €12.50 and €25, 

Proceeds will support the Lions Club of Athy, work within the community.

For tickets , visit Eventbrite

Inquiries, Please Contact: Linda Byrne 086 895 5787;Colm Walsh087 986 6217

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Holy Child School Naas

Family Fun 5K Run / Walk fundraiser

At Punchestown Racecourse 22nd June

The 5k event open to the local community, family and friends. 

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Newbridge Citizens Information Centre

Launch their Age Friendly clinic

Every Thursday between 1pm and 4pm

 in Citizens Information in Cutlery Road

This is a dedicated service for older people in the Kildare community, no appointment is necessary, just drop in.

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Athy Town walking group

 meet every Wednesday evening at Athy Court House for 7.20pm. 

The walks are around the town of Athy, for approximately 1 hour,

 walks are free, friendly and all are welcome.

 Great way to make new friends and explore the lovely town of Athy.

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Kildare Carmelite Lourdes fund

Sep 24th to Sept. 29th 2025

People wishing to travel can avail of our savings club  after Sunday masses, 10 & 12 am in the Carmelite church.

Contact: Esther 087 673 2848

                Martin 087 255 3582

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Kildare Small Jobs

Is a property maintenance service for over 65’s living in county Kildare

€65 for 5 call-outs of experienced and insured workers

Information from 086 0607 346

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Alone

The charity that supports older people, is currently looking for volunteers aged 18 and over to visit older people in their area who might be experiencing loneliness.

If you have a spare hour to volunteer, or if you require support from ALONE,

Visit www.alone.ie or call Alone on 0818 222 024.

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