A Night Not To Be Missed - Music in the Mart

It is often said that ‘great minds think alike’ and this is what transpired when Pat Fleming, Eddie Kiely , Councillor Bernard Moynihan and Seamus O’ Keeffe put their heads together and came up with the idea of running a fundraising Concert for Marymount Hospital & Hospice at Kanturk Mart.

Pictured are Councillor Bernard Moynihan, Pat Fleming, Coordinator, Helen O’ Sullivan, IRD Duhallow, Steve Roche, Timmy Keane, Michelle Hallihan, Seamus O’ Keeffe, Manager Kanturk Mart, Joe Noonan, Chair Kanturk Mart, Liz O’ Connor, Jerry Crowley, Marymount Hospice, Mahilet O’ Leary, Conor O’ Leary and Ger Greaney, Chair of Kanturk & District Community Council.

The Mart which can seat up to 400 and has plenty of tiered seating provides the ideal theatre setting for a midsummer concert which will feature the cream of local talent. Students from Scoil Mhuire, Coláiste Treasa, Scoil Naomh Pádraig and Boherbue Comprehensive will perform. Elle Marie O’ Dwyer will be on stage, as well as Sheila Fitzgerald accompanied by Boherbue Choir. Pat Fleming, Alan Finn, Eddie Kiely, Conor Daly and Timmie O’ Connor will roll out a feast of traditional tunes.

Speaking at the launch in Kanturk Mart Jerry Crowley of Marymount Hospice said. “Marymount is very grateful to the organisers of this Concert, we rely heavily on fundraising especially for the alternative therapies and other services provided to patients. So Marymount says thank you all very much”.

In reply, Joe Noonan, Chairman of Kanturk Mart said that the Concert was for a great cause. “I imagine there is no family in any part of Ireland that has not been impacted by cancer and it’s great to have an organisation like Marymount to help people through tough times and we’re delighted to be able to play a small role by hosting this fundraiser at the Mart” Joe said.

An added bonus is the sponsorship of a Bullock by an anonymous donor. “The two years old Charolais bullock will be sold here on Tuesday, June 20th at 12.30pm, a few days before the Concert, with all proceeds going to the Marymount fund”

Kanturk Mart Manager Seamus O’Keeffe said. “Cancer is almost at epidemic proportions and down through the years Marymount has been providing fantastic care for people in their hour of need. All the musicians taking part in this Concert are performing free of charge and we at the Mart are delighted to provide the Venue, we are looking forward to a great fundraiser for Marymount, thanks to everyone for all the work they have put in so far” Seamus said.

Helen O’ Sullivan, speaking on behalf of IRD Duhallow said it was a privilege to support the Concert which is for such a great cause. “Also focusing on the cultural aspect of local music, it is wonderful to see so many young people taking part. There were several music and culture events already on throughout Duhallow so far this summer and we are delighted to support all these endeavours” Helen said.

Councillor Bernard Moynihan said that he wanted to thank the Sponsors who have come on board to support the project. “Sorensens who are working on the Ballymaquirk project are coming in as the main sponsor;we also have O’ Callaghan Toyota, E. Tarrant & Sons and Newmarket Motors. There is already a huge demand for tickets but the real players in all of this are the incredibly talented musicians we have here in Duhallow. We’re delighted to be working on this event in association with the Mart, myself and Pat Fleming called here a few months ago to collect sponsorship for the Maurice O’ Keeffe Festival and the idea took root from there. Also a special word of thanks to Pat who is a superb organiser and we are lucky to have him coordinating the event” Bernard said.

Gerard Greaney, Chair of Kanturk & District Community Council said that he was honoured to be involved. “We’re delighted to be asked to help out here, I’m also involved with the Men’s Shed and we’re going to help out with stewarding on the night. This is a great cause, Marymount has come to the aid of many a household and we are honoured to help out in any way we can”.

And a final word from Pat Fleming who has the mammoth task or coordinating the event. “This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase the wealth of local talent which is incredible compared to most parts of the country, so come along, buy your tickets and support Marymount” he said.

Tickets priced at €20 can be purchased from Kanturk Mart (029 50081) and at outlets throughout Duhallow.

We have 6 fantastic prizes for the raffle .

Raffle tickets are €10 each or 3 tickets for €20

Available throughout Duhallow, Call 029-50081

Concert tickets and raffle tickets are also available on line @ www. ticketstop.ie