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Recycled Boat Race @ Venice of Ireland Festival 2013

Posted on July 15, 2013 by edmooneyphotography

Well what a busy weekend I had, the sun was spitting rocks and the annual Venice of Ireland festival kicked off on Saturday, this was my second year to be involved. First up was the recycled boat race. which was … Continue reading →

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Monasterevin ‘Venice of Ireland’ Festival 2013

Posted on July 7, 2013 by edmooneyphotography

Last year I had the great opportunity to be involved with the Venice of Ireland festival in Monasterevin. An this year I am delighted to be involved again. This annual festival promotes the Town of Monasterevin in Kildare, known as … Continue reading →

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Countdown to Samhain

Posted on October 15, 2012 by edmooneyphotography

Well its that time of the year again, the leaves have begun to fall of the tree’s, the coldness of winter has set in. Its the time of year when the darkness takes over from the light, as in the … Continue reading →

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Luka Bloom at Moore Abbey – Monasterevin Venice of Ireland Festival

Posted on August 3, 2012 by edmooneyphotography

So the final night of the festival we had the opportunity to have Luka Bloom perform for us in the Baronial Hall at Moore Abbey. Kevin Barry Moore as he was known a native of Newbridge in Kildare is also the younger … Continue reading →

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Canal Bank Walk – Monasterevin Venice of Ireland Festival

Posted on August 3, 2012 by edmooneyphotography

Sunday morning with the weather still holding off we had a lovely guided walk along the banks of the canal. Hosted by Barry Walsh dressed in period costume, a local member of the Monasterevin Historical Society. We learned all about … Continue reading →

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Kildare Orchestra – Monasterevin Venice of Ireland Festival

Posted on August 3, 2012 by edmooneyphotography

For anyone who is not familiar with the Kildare Orchestra you should really check them out. We had them perform a recital as part of the town festival in the wonderful setting of St. Johns church. First formed back in 1998,The Orchestra’s … Continue reading →

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Picnic in the Park – Monasterevin Venice of Ireland Festival

Posted on August 3, 2012 by edmooneyphotography

This years picnic over in the Riverside Park was organised by Belle Nor and what a fantastic job she did. We were blessed with fine weather and with a great turnout there was plenty of fun for all. Entertainment was in … Continue reading →

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Fire Safety Demo – Monasterevin Venice of Ireland Festival

Posted on August 3, 2012 by edmooneyphotography

Right after the Civil War re-enactment we had a great demo on fire safety from members of the Kildare fire service. Some good sound advise was presented with a fiery end to the show. Lets just say that you should … Continue reading →

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Civil War Re-enactment – Monasterevin Venice of Ireland Festival

Posted on August 3, 2012 by edmooneyphotography

Saturday afternoon it was the Turn of our very own local Re-enactment group ‘Lord Edward’s Own’, to take over part of the main street for a period piece from the civil war in Ireland between the Free-State Army and the IRA’s local … Continue reading →

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Ceili & Irish Night – Monasterevin Venice of Ireland Festival

Posted on July 31, 2012 by edmooneyphotography

Friday night it was off to the Hazel Hotel for a celebration of local history, dance, music & song. With a mass of local talent both young and old. We had a young group playing traditional instruments followed by two fantastic Irish dancers. … Continue reading →