Tag Archives: Venice of Ireland

Monasterevin Historical Society Exhibition

Posted on July 19, 2013 by edmooneyphotography

Finally the last event of this years Venice of Ireland Festival was held in the Town Hall by the Monasterevin Historical Society. There was a selection of prints on display dating back to the late 1800’s. What made these images … Continue reading →

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Family Fun Run

Posted on July 18, 2013 by edmooneyphotography

The 4km Family Fun Run/Walk/Crawl was held on Sunday morning, all funds raised from the event were in aid of the Monasterevin Youth Club. Starting from The Square in Monasterevin and taking a route up Main street and around the Grand … Continue reading →

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Picnic in the Park @ Venice of Ireland Festival 2013

Posted on July 16, 2013 by edmooneyphotography

Moving on from the boat race on the canal the annual picnic in the park was in full swing. With fantastic weather there was a good crowd in attendance. The face painting tent was over run by kids, their was … Continue reading →

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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 →

Posted in Events, People, Photography, Places of Interest, Street Photography | Tagged 2013, Aquaduct, Canal, Ed Mooney Photography, festival, Ireland, Kildare, Monasterevin, Recycled Boat Race, Venice of Ireland | 10 Comments

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 →

Posted in Events, People, Photography, Places of Interest, Street Photography | Tagged 2013, Ed Mooney Photography, festival, Monasterevin, Venice of Ireland | 26 Comments

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 →

Posted in Events, Historical, People, Photography, Places of Interest | Tagged Baronial Hall, Christy Moore, festival, Kevin Barry Moore, Luka Bloom, Monasterevin, Moore Abbey, Sisters of Charity, Venice of Ireland | 1 Comment

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 →

Posted in Events, Historical, Landscape, Nature, People, Photography, Places of Interest, Street Photography | Tagged Canal Bank Walk, festival, Monasterevin, Monasterevin Historical Society, Venice of Ireland | 1 Comment

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 →