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Written by Calvin Jones
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Thursday, 24 June 2004 |
 A beautiful day in Reenascreena
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was a beautiful day in Reenascreena on Sunday 20th of June as bands
from around the area gathered for the final event of the Reenascreena
Midsummer Extravaganza. Local youngsters kicked off the Music Marathon
at about 4:30pm with a varied programme delivering everything from
heavy rock to traditional Irish ballads.
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Written by Calvin Jones
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Tuesday, 22 June 2004 |
 Amanda Coakley Reenascreena school pupils set the scene for an evening of cultural
entertainment in the village on Saturday 19th June. Pupils read from a
selection of their own work about Reenascreena and the surrounding
area, some of which has been selected for publication in a new book of
children's poetry. Look out for samples of the children's work on this
website soon. The poetry recitals were followed by the wonderful sounds
of the Irish Harp played superbly by talented young musician Amanda
Coakley. |
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Written by Calvin Jones
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Friday, 18 June 2004 |
 Under starters' orders The tension was palpable as the six thoroughbred racers were coaxed
expertly into the starting gates. Whiskers quiverring in anticipation
they waited for the off. Commentator Kenneth Murphy ran through the
runners and owners one last time, there was a flurry of late activity
at the bookies' table and they were off. "Rodent's Revenge" was first
out of the gate, but "Furry Mickey" was closing fast. It was neck and
neck. Then, out of nowhere "Where's The Cat?" made a sudden surge for
the line! |
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Written by Calvin Jones
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Thursday, 17 June 2004 |
 Reenascreena steeple Young and old alike flocked to Reenascreena on Thursday evening, 17th
June, for a guided walk to mark the start of the Reenascreena Midsummer
Extravaganza.
The five-mile-plus walk, led by local historian Fachtna O'Callaghan,
started at the steeple in Reenascreena village, proceeded to
Carrigfadda Church, then on to the William Thompson monument outside
The Mall School before returning to the village along "The Straight
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Written by Calvin Jones
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Wednesday, 16 June 2004 |
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This is the full programme of events for the Reenascreena Midsummer Extravaganza: |
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