Bluebells and Buskers returns to Killinthomas Woods in Rathangan

Its 10 years since the very first Bluebells and Buskers mini festival  in Killinthomas Woods, Rathangan which began in 2013 as a tribute  to the memory of the late Jimmy O’Loughlin and is a wonderful event for nature and music lovers, walkers, children and families. This incredibly popular event raises money for the RYARC Community Centre in Rathangan and pays for the insurance, light and heating for this invaluable service in Rathangan. This year proceeds will be also be supporting victims of the earthquake in Turkey and Syria.

Main organiser Brian O’Loughlin said, “We are looking forward to another super event this year and we have a great line up of 20 different events including music and story-telling for children.  Over the  years we raised more than €60,000 for the RYARC Centre. More importantly though it’s an opportunity for people and families to gather in our lovely woods and enjoy nature and culture.”

Local Senator Fiona O`Loughlin said, “Its incredible to think that 10 years later , we are looking forward to gathering together once again to celebrate our wonderful Killinthomas woods and Buskers, and also to remember those who are no longer with us. We are very lucky to have the help of our local Scouts who manage the giant BBQ, the women’s shed who are helping with the  tea and cake stall, the men’s shed  for their help with parking and marshalling, the Kildare Civil Defence and of course our wonderful musicians and entertainers. Thank you to Kildare Co Council, local Gardai, Lullymore heritage centre, Cllr Anne Connolly  and Coillte for their help and support. We can always do with more help so please contact Fiona on 087 2345160 or Brian on 087 2453021 if you would like to be involved."

This event gets more popular every year so head out to Killinthomas Woods on Sunday April 30 for brilliant music, food and fun.   Food will be served from 1pm and the musicians will start from 2pm. Car parking charge will be  €5 per car.