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Kilcummin’s brainest turn out for table quiz

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Thursday night last saw most of the “clever clogs” and "wise guys” of the Kilcummin Parish and beyond, congregate at the Klub Bar.

Seàn Derek Tara Karl Fionn and Ian O'Leary enjoying the quiz night.

The winning adult's table with Cathal Walshe presenting their €100 cash prize which they kindly gave back to the school funds. Pictured were: Seán Finnegan Sarah Pigott Louise Finnegan Eamon O'Donoghue Pat O'Donoghue Gerry Pigott and Treasa O'Donoghue.

Cathal Walshe pictured with Katie Brosnan Dan Barry Ella Kate Pigott Leah O'Connor and Orla Condon.

Joanne O'Sullivan (Kilcummin NS Parents Association Chairperson) and Cathal Walshe.

Some of the teachers and SNAs from Kilcummin NS Micheal Kelliher Micheal Murphy Mags Nagle Rena O'Keeffe Brid Casey Irene O'Donoghue with the Easter Bunny.

Joint quiz masters Mary T Moriarty and Cathal Walshe.

Timmy Moriarty Seán O'Leary Daragh Fleming and Stanley Trott.

Eileen Alan Zoey and Emma Nagle.

A huge turn out for the evening's event, the Kilcummin Parents Association Family Table Quiz, is what unfolded with 42 tables being registered on the night.

Quiz Master extraordinaire Cathal Walshe orchestrated affairs on the night and such was the crowd in attendance Mary Theresa Moriarty was promoted and called upon to assist in portraying the questions to the large crowd.

Not only did the night deliver a brain teasing quiz for all in attendance, but a monster raffle with an array of fabulous prizes were on offer to be won.

There was also a very special visit from the very busy Easter Bunny who arrived to much fanfare and delivered some Easter eggs to the boys and girls in attendance, a prelude to the impending season of Easter.

"The Parents Association would like to express their gratitude to all who sponsored prizes for the raffle and in particular, all those who attended and participated on the night," Joanne O'Sullivan, Chairperson for the Kilcummin Parents Association, said.

"Thanks to John and his staff in the Klub Bar for all their work setting up and helping out. Finally we would like to thank Kilcummin GAA for the use of the hall and their facilities. We’re looking forward to next year already."

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Glenflesk GAA hosts cardiac screening clinic

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Glenflesk GAA hosts cardiac screening clinic


Glenflesk GAA Healthy Club recently welcomed the Dillon Quirke Foundation to run a cardiac screening clinic for its young members.


A total of 45 club players aged 12 to 18 underwent vital heart checks designed to promote early detection and heart health awareness among young athletes.
Medical personnel from Advanced Medical Services conducted the screenings with professionalism and care, while the club’s Healthy Club Team oversaw the smooth operation of the event.
The Dillon Quirke Foundation operates without government funding, relying entirely on public support to raise awareness of Sudden Adult Death Syndrome (SADS) and provide non-cost cardiac clinics to sports clubs across Ireland.
Glenflesk GAA encourages anyone wishing to support the foundation’s ongoing screening work to consider making a donation online at dillonquirkefoundation.com.

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Traditions past and present meet at Muckross School House

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Two distinct eras of Irish storytelling collided at Muckross School House last week, showcasing how traditional culture adapts across generations for National Heritage Week 2026.

Representing the classic lineage of Irish folklore, renowned local historian, musician, and seanchaí Dáithí Collopy delivered an authentic masterclass in old-school storytelling.

Performing alongside his children Sadhbh, Siún, and Daithí Óg, Collopy relied on the ancient oral tradition to captivate the audience through spoken word, presence, and music.


Contrastingly, social media creator Eoin Reardon brought traditional heritage into the modern digital age.

Known for sharing his traditional green woodworking craft with millions online, Reardon hosted a hands-on workshop demonstrating traditional utensil crafting techniques while engaging attendees through the lens of modern storytelling.


The events brought together two completely different methods of preserving Irish heritage—one rooted in the timeless art of the fireside seanchaí, the other leveraging modern platforms like TikTok to keep historic skills relevant for a global, digital audience.


Photos: Valerie O’Sullivan.

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