30TH MAY – 2ND June 2019

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Welcome, Everyone, to Headfest 2019! Once again we have a programme full of music, community, sports and arts events, as our community festival continues to grow from strength to strength! We’re delighted to see a few additions this year – a cookery demonstration, and a community yoga event, along with the usual favourites, and the return of the Headfest charity Tractor, Truck and Vintage Run, which we hope will raise much needed funds for Ability West. The Art Exhibition and the Photographic Exhibition are also back, and are open to all for submissions by contacting those mentioned in the information below. If you’re thinking you might like to submit, let me take this opportunity to tell you, you definitely should! We’d love to have you. Community and inclusivity is what the festival is all about.As before, the Headfest continues to be driven by the community, with the generous support of Monaghan's Headford, and Monaghan's Skoda & Seat, who are our main sponsors for the Monaghan's Big Red Barn events on our programme, along with Campbell's Tavern, Joyce's Hardware, AC Tyres and Bridge Signs.Once again, the festival is being organised in partnership with Moyne Villa F.C., who provide a wonderful location for The Big Red Barn to return to. This year we have four nights of music at the barn, featuring some big names on the local and national music scenes. Tickets for all events are available at Monaghan's Headford, The Trading Post, Pot Luck and AC Tyres, or on eventbrite.ie and our website, Headfest.ie.On behalf of the committee, I’d like to express our thanks to all of the volunteers and clubs and groups that organise and run events during the festival, and who also work tirelessly all year round. Your contribution to the life of this town cannot be overstated, and we truly appreciate all that you do. Le meas, Liam McDonagh

MONAGHAN's BIG RED BARNThursday 30th May 7.30pm “We Are The Song” An evening of music and songs featuring PCH, St. Mary's, Sing On and Campbell's Community Choirs, Corrib Male Singers, HMW Ensembles, Don Stiffe and Frank Kilkelly, and other special guests. Doors 7.30pm Onstage 8.30pm. €20 available on eventbrite.ie or locally from Monaghan’s Centra, The Trading Post, Pot Luck and AC Tyres.

Friday 31st May 8pm The Keane Family & Guests The Keane Musical family of Caherlistrane perform. See Sean, Matt, Orlaith, and Laura Keane, together with full band, raise the roof with a mix of traditional music, song, dance and craic. Doors 8pm Onstage 9pm. Followed by DJ Ronan Lardner til late. €20 available on eventbrite.ie or locally from Monaghan’s Centra, The Trading Post, Pot Luck and AC Tyres.

Saturday 1st June 9pm Mike Denver with dj sam Mike Denver is one of Ireland’s top entertainers, and his high energy show keeps audiences dancing, with support on the night from DJ Sam. Doors 8pm Onstage 9pm. €25 available on eventbrite.ie or locally from Monaghan’s Centra, The Trading Post, Pot Luck and AC Tyres.

Sunday 2nd June 2-5pm Tea Dance with Michael Jennings Class one dancer and country music lover, Michael Jennings, will be in attendance for a spot of social dancing at The Big Red Barn, just for fun! Adm: €10 on the door.

8pm The 4 of Us followed by The Tav Jam Band The 4 of Us are one of the most acclaimed bands in Ireland, with 30 years of creating a blend of contemporary roots with rock behind them. This is full band show and performance of their most iconic songs. Doors 8pm Onstage 9pm. €25 available on eventbrite.ie or locally from Monaghan’s Centra, The Trading Post, Pot Luck and AC Tyres.

monday 3rd JUNE 2-5pm Mini Headfest An interactive afternoon of musical fun for families and their little ones! Come join us and make your own instrument, join our band, dance and enjoy music by players from Siamsa Cois Teaghlaigh, Drumadore, Students of Dave Donoghue Guitar, and the Barcelo Brothers. Bring your dancing shoes and a cushion to sit on! €20 per family at the door.

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MUSIC/ENTERTAINMENTwednesday 29th May 10pm trad session at Campbell’s taVern It’s not just for Headfest, this happens every Wednesday- tunes to make your toes tap, with some wonderful musicians, and it’s all FREE!

Thursday 30th May 10pm STRINGS SESSION at CAMPBELL’S TAVERN Tonight, and every Thursday night, you can catch this group of talented local musicians in session in the Front Bar. FREE!

Friday 31st MAY 8pm Vinyl Friday at Campbell’s Tavern The final Friday of every month sees a local lover of vinyl spin their most loved tunes for your listening pleasure. This month features DJ Justin Sosx. FREE

Saturday 1st June 4.30-6.30pm The Thatch Trad Session with The Tribesmen. FREE

4.30-6.30pm Varleys Paddy the Punk. FREE

4.30-6.30pm The Angler’s Rest Hotel Mono and Blob. FREE

4.30-6.30pm Keady’s Eamon Quinn. FREE

Sunday 2nd June 4.30-6.30pm Varleys Paddy the Punk. FREE

4.30-6.30pm Murphy’s Kilbeg Eamon Quinn. FREE

4.30-6.30pm TED'S, The Square Noel Harte. FREE

8pm Campbell’s Tavern, Cloughanover Icelandic singer Jonina Aradottir followed by Led Zepplin Tribute Act, No Stairway. FREE

SPORTSFRIday 31st May 7pm Corrib RFC National schools touch rugby blitz, and family fun evening National schools in our community come together to take part in a touch rugby festival at Corrib RFC (pitch behind PCH) to kick off Headfest 2019. We will also have some fun rugby related games for all the family. Whether you’ve never thrown a rugby ball, or aspire to be a 6 Nations Champion, come along and join in. FREE!

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Saturday 1st June 11am - 2pm The Mattie Reddington Cup - G.A.A. Grounds Four teams take part in this U 12's tournament. Each game is 30 minutes duration, winners of the first two matches play in the final and losers play in the shield. Come on down and cheer for your favourite team of Moate All Whites, Annaghdown, Caherlistrane, Killererin, Headford and Tourlestrane. FREE!

3pm Ladies Football – G.A.A Grounds In the spirit of our inclusive community, Headfest is proud to bring you the first ever Mothers and Others games, played played between Headford and Caherlistrane. This is a non-competitive team, formed in a spirit of fun, and featuring women of all ages and abilities. For more information, phone Avril on 085 7349422. FREE!

Sunday 2nd June 11am -5pm KILBEG ANGLING CLUB FISHING COMPETITION from Kilbeg pier. 3 anglers per boat, with boat, life jackets and gilly all included in the fee. Weigh in is at 3pm, and will be followed by a barbecue and live music – which is also included in the price! For more information, please phone Brian Joyce 087 6564790.

11-1pm THE ANGLERS REST CUP - MOYNE VILLA The fourth annual Moyne Villa-Anglers Rest Hotel cup. A host of local schools (5th and 6th class) have played in a round robin league basis over the last couple of weeks in a mixed boys and girls, a 9 a side format which culminates in today’s finals! FREE!

11am BLACKRIVER CLAY PIGEON SHOOT at CARROWNACROAGH Just 2 miles from Headford (Directions posted) we have one to one coaching for all grades of shooters & Sporting Clays. For more information phone 085 1041663 Contact us info@blackrivergc.ie www.blackrivergc.ie www.facebook.com/blackrivergc

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MONAGHAN & SONS (Headford) Ltd

Headford, Co Galway(093) 36442 / Deli (093) 35738

Supermac’s (093) 35443monaghansheadford@gmail.com

Centra & Circle K OPEN 24 HOURS

Instore ATM, Gift Vouchers, Off Licence, Lottery, Tickets.ie Agent, Car Wash,

Payzone Services, Household Fuels, Parcel Connect, Revolution Laundry Service, Hot &

Cold Deli with Seating Area

Supermac’s Midday until 11.00pm

2019PROUDLY SPONSORING

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MONAGHAN & SONS (Headford) Ltd

Headford, Co Galway(093) 36442 / Deli (093) 35738

Supermac’s (093) 35443monaghansheadford@gmail.com

Centra & Circle K OPEN 24 HOURS

Instore ATM, Gift Vouchers, Off Licence, Lottery, Tickets.ie Agent, Car Wash,

Payzone Services, Household Fuels, Parcel Connect, Revolution Laundry Service, Hot &

Cold Deli with Seating Area

Supermac’s Midday until 11.00pm

2019PROUDLY SPONSORING

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ARTSfriday 31st May 11am-5pm Solstice Arts Group Art Exhibition An exbibition of the fantastic work of our talented local artists, at Keady’s Old Supermarket, various locations along the Main St. and Joyce’s Supermarket. The exhibition features work from students in the area who participated in the “Streamscapes” Programme, and is also OPEN TO SUBMISSIONS up until May 18th. Please check the Headfest Facebook Page for more details or phone Aisling on 087 6784236 FREE!

11am-5pm Headfest Photographic Exhibition Our annual photographic exhibition takes place in Keady’s Old Pharmacy on The Square, and is open to all local photographers-amateur and professional. Work must be mounted. For more details or to submit, please phone Simon 086 1084307,or John 087 6473966. FREE!

7pm Pints Prose Poetry at the Angler’s Rest Hotel with Solstice Arts Group This is an informal open-mic event for readers and writers and songwriters and anyone who wants to share words with us! Young and novice readers are especially welcome, just turn up and let us know you want the mic! FREE!

Saturday 1st June 11am-5pm Solstice Arts Group Art Exhibition FREE! 11am-5pm Headfest Photographic Exhibition FREE!

Sunday 2nd June 11am-5pm Solstice Arts Group Art Exhibition FREE! 11am-5pm Headfest Photographic Exhibition FREE!

COMMUNITYFRIday 31st May 6pm Headfest 2018 Official Opening Heneghan's Anglers Rest Hotel Come and join us for our official launch with Galway Bay FM’s Keith Finnegan, and get the festival off to a flying start! All welcome! FREE!

8.30pm Rosserrily Friary: A significant medieval icon in the North Galway Landscape Heneghan's Anglers Rest Hotel A FREE talk by Dr. Christy Cunniffe, Community Archaeologist with Galway County Council.

Saturday 1st June 10am Yoga For Everybody Join instructor Aisling Milton and give your body some movement and your head some rest! Whether this is your first time to try yoga or not, it’s a perfect chance to practice with family and friends-it’s free and it’s open to all ages! Just bring a mat (if you have one) down to the Astro Pitch at Moyne Villa (or the parish hall if it’s raining). Donations to Cancer Care West appreciated but not expected.

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10-3.30pm Headford Yarnbombers Sit & Knit at The Big Red Barn Headford Yarnbombers have brought colour to our streets and won awards for their community spirit. Join them at the Big Red Barn on Saturday for a Knit-a-Thon in preparating their yarn bombed tractor for the tractor run ! All materials provided, no experience necessary! FREE!

11-1pm cookery Demonstration with local professional chef, Kieran Cooney This is a family based cookery demonstration showcasing local suppliers and producers. Dishes will include small plates/ snacks or starters, power foods and salads, as well as functional foods like power balls, energy bars, and quick easy traybakes. €10, available on eventbrite.ie, or locally at AC Tyres, Monaghan’s, The Trading Post.

12-4pm Headford Cottage Market and Headfest Craft Fair at Moyne Villa The wonderful traders from Headford Cottage Market will be joining us this morning to peddle their wares for a special market to celebrate Headfest, and will be joined by other local crafters and artisans from the area. For information, or to book a table for the craft fair, please phone Ray on 086 3896407

4pm HEADFEST Tractor Truck & Vintage Run in aid of Ability West Leaving Headford Cooperative Mart at 4pm SHARP! Tractors, vintage tractors, vintage cars and trucks all welcome. Entry fee €15 with all proceeds going to Ability West. Advance booking is essential, please phone Andrew on 087 6458115.

Sunday 2nd June 1pm High Tea & Lace Making, Headford Community Garden The Headford Lace Project will be doing a hands on lace piece for the garden with tea/coffee and yummy dainties for after. This is a free event and weather dependant. For more info please ring 086-3151852 Hope to see you there! FREE!

1.30-5pm Moyne Villa Family Fun Day - Moyne Villa FC Come along and enjoy games and races for younger kids, bouncy castles and slides, ice-cream, tug of war, face-painting, toddler disco, a bake sale and more! FREE!

4pm Pub of War as part of the Moyne Villa Family Fun Day Watch your friendly local publicans and their buddies take each other on in epic battle – A Tug of War, just for the craic, at the Moyne Villa pitches! Referee for the occasion is Ivan Morris. FREE!

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