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David O'Doherty

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 09/02/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Lisa Richards Comedy Club presents David O’Doherty: David O’Doh-party David O’Doherty, the 1990 East Leinster under 14s triple jump bronze medallist, the current number one ranked person called David O’Doherty on Google, the 2008 if.com (formerly Perrier) Award winner returns to The Balor with a tiny keyboard and a brand new show. Uplifting! Hilarious! Surprising! Profound! Really, really stupid! At the very least, it will be some of these things. “A triumph" The Montreal Gazette “A tiny keyboard and a giant talent.” The List, Edinburgh “We barely had time to close our mouths before we were laughing again.” – The Age, Melbourne

Nominations Being Sought for the Donegal Hotel, Restaurant and Pub and Nightclub of the Year Awards

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 10/02/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Jackson’s Hotel in Ballybofey Co Donegal will host the 2010 Donegal Hotel, Restaurant and Pub of the Year Awards on Wednesday the 10th of February. The event which in its second year will showcase the finest in the tourism sector covering a wide range of the finest in Hotel’s, Pubs and Restaurant’s in the north west and Heather Mc Ardle The Face of Ireland will present the winners. Applications are now being accepted for the following categories for the Gala Ball and the organisers are looking forward to hearing your stories about your favourite location. The Categories up for nomination are: Section 1: The Hotel Categories • Donegal Manager of the Year • Donegal’s Most Friendly Hotel • Donegal’s Hotel Superb Food • Best Entertaining Hotel of The Year • Hotel Group of the Year • Donegal’s New Hotel of the Year • Best Spa Hotel of the Year • Most Modern Gym/Leisure Centre of the Year • Golfing Hotel of the Year • Wedding Hotel of The Year • Overall Hotelier of the Year Section 2: The Pub Categories • Overall Pub of the Year • Pub Manager of the Year • Most Modern Pub of the Year • Entertaining Pub of the Year • Nightclub of the Year • Traditional Irish Pub of the Year • Off license of The Year Section 3: Restaurant Section • Restaurant of the Year • Superb Food of the Year • Restaurant Manager of the Year • Chef of the Year • Bistro Of The Year Nominations are being welcomed from the general public by emailing awards@faceofireland.com or by writing to the Panel of Judges at Face of Ireland Competition, Finabanes, Co. Donegal to include the award category you are nominating, the reason for your selection and your contact details. Closing Date for applications will be the 25th of January.

Ceili Dance Classes with Clement Gallagher

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 11/02/2010

Kilcar (Cill Chartha)
Ceili & Two hand Dancing Classes with Clement Gallagher every Thusday night in the Kilcar Parish Hall Tea served Come along and enjoy the dancing.

Singles Night in Basement Jacks Nightclub Jacksons Hotel Donegal.

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 12/02/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Singles Night in Basement Jacks Night Club at Jacksons Hotel Ballybofey Co. Donegal. 70's & 80's disco Friday 12th February. 5€ Entrance.

Basement Jacks Singles Night at Jacksons Hotel Donegal

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 12/02/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
bop the night away to all the club classics from the 70's & 80's at Basement Jacks Nightclub Jacksons Hotel Ballybofey Co Donegal. Only €5 admission. Check out our special overnight accomodation dinner rate also available

Strictly Ballroom at Jacksons Hotel Donegal in our Drumboe Suite Sunday 14th Feb

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 14/02/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Dust off those dancing shoes and come join us for a night of Ballroom with Country Cousins Sunday 14th Feb from 9.00pm Jacksons Hotel Ballybofey Co. Donegal.

Wedding Fayre

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 14/02/2010

Donegal Town (Dún na nGall)
Wedding Fayre Extravaganza Sunday 14th February 12pm - 6pm

Villa Rose Wedding Fayre

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 14/02/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
We are proud to announce the date of our Annual Wedding Fayre here at the 4 Star Villa Rose where we will be unveiling our All New Civil Ceremony Suite. All the top wedding suppliers from the Northwest and beyond. Admission is Free. We look forward to seeing you there.

Jimmy Buckley, Robert Mizzell & Patrick Feeney

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 16/02/2010

Letterkenny (Leitir Ceanainn)
The Grand Tour featuring Jimmy Buckley, Robert Mizzell & Partick Feeney. Tickets €25.00, Doors Open @7.00pm & Concert starts @8.00pm. Contact the Clanree Hotel on 074 91 24369

Ceili & Two Hand Dance Classes with Clement Gallagher

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 18/02/2010

Kilcar (Cill Chartha)
Ceili & Two hand Dancing Classes with Clement Gallagher every Thusday night in the Kilcar Parish Hall Tea served Come along and enjoy the dancing.

Night of Laughter featuring Conal Gallen, Fergus Cleary & John 'Dory' Duffy

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 18/02/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Join us for an unforgettable night of fun and laughter with three of the Finn Valley’s most popular comedians, storytellers and characters. All proceeds are in aid of St. Josephs Patient Comfort Fund. Adm. €20 Show 8.30pm

Fuaim Chonamara

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 19/02/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
A breathtaking new Sean Nos Show comes to the Balor, featuring 6 of the best traditional musicians in the Country, along with 5 Sean Nos dancers from the Cunningham family, 2 World famous Irish dancers from Riverdance and 3 hugely popular singers including Dessie O’Halloran and All-Ireland Champion Balladeer and Sean Nos singer Catriona Ui Cheannabhain. They have performed with Sharon Shannon, De Dannan and Altan, made numerous TV appearance including the Late Late Show and performed for President Mary McAleese’s official visit to Japan and Korea as her special guests, and now the hugely popular and talented Cunningham family from Connemara are set to take centre stage themselves. Their spectacular new music and dance show called 'Fuaim Chonamara' (The Sound Of Connemara) is set for a nationwide tour taking in Dublin, Cork, Clare, Galway, Mayo and Donegal. Music is provided by the combined talents of All-Ireland champion box player Tommy Doherty, harpist and banjo player Lisa Canny (Celtic Crossroads), Galway fiddle player Yvonne Flynn, melodian player Johnny Halloran, the ‘best guitar player in the West’ Colm Neachtain and Jimmy Higgins who has played with the Saw Doctors, Altan and Cora Smyth. The show is an inspiring epic telling the story of Ireland's oldest dance form throughout history, filled with raw energy and enthusiasm and capturing the imagination of audiences across all ages and cultures. This incredible, unique, entertainment show blends the old and the new, the contemporary and the ancient, the Sean Nos dancing against the more modern step dancing. Adm. €25 Show 8.30pm

Dancing & Caberet Special Guest Big Tom

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 20/02/2010

Bundoran
Dancing & Caberet In Aid of Father Noel Conlan Charities Special Guest Big Tom,Music By Jessie Conlan & His Band , John Farry & Many More Special Guests Host for the Evening ; Ocean FM'S Marion Fitzgearld

Strictly Ballroom at Jacksons Hotel Donegal in our Drumboe Suite Sunday 21st Feb

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 21/02/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Dust off those dancing shoes and come join us for a night of Ballroom with Country Traditions on Sunday 21st from 9.00pm Jacksons Hotel Ballybofey Co Donegal.

Ballroom Dancing Week

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 21/02/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Back by popular Demand February 21st -26th 5 B&B, 4 Evening Meals Twice Daily Tuition 5 Nights Dancing to the Best Bands Around Plus Gala Ball and Optional Day Excursion €299pps (single supplement available) A memorable week of dancing in Donegal

Jimmy Buckley, Robert Mizzell & Patrick Feeney Grand Tour

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 22/02/2010

Bundoran
J & C PROMOTIONS ARE PROUD TO PRESENT JIMMY BUCKLEY, ROBERT MIZZELL & PATRICK FEENEY ON THE GRAND TOUR!!! Three of the biggest names on the Irish entertainment scene have come together for the biggest music event of 2010! The Grand Tour will feature Jimmy Buckley, Robert Mizzell and Patrick Feeney performing on one stage for 12 nationwide shows in February and March 2010. The event is a must for followers of country and Irish music and with the addition of a 7 piece band, fans will also be treated to an unrivalled variety of hits from the Rock `n` Roll era right up to the present day! Tickets for the show will go on sale on Thursday 17th December and will surely make an ideal Christmas present!

The Beauty Queen of Leenane

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 24/02/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Presented by London Classic Theatre. Set in the mountains of Connemara, County Galway, The Beauty Queen of Leenane tells the darkly comic tale of Maureen Folan, a plain, lonely woman in her early forties, and Mag, her manipulative, ageing mother. When Mag interferes in Maureen’s first and possibly final chance of a loving relationship, a train of events is set in motion that leads inexorably towards the play’s terrifying finale. Martin McDonagh’s multi award-winning play is a gripping blend of dark comedy, melodrama, horror and tragedy. The Beauty Queen of Leenane was first presented as a Druid Theatre/Royal Court Theatre co-production in January 1996. The play won the George Devine Award, the Writer’s Guild Award, the Critic’s Circle Award and Martin McDonagh received the Evening Standard Award for Most Promising Playwright. The production transferred to New York, opening on Broadway in April 1998, and was nominated for six Tony Awards. “…wildly funny, deeply affecting and grotesquely macabre…an absolute cracker…” Daily Telegraph Adm. €15 Show 8.30pm

Kees HoteL Wedding Showcase 2010

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 25/02/2010

Stranorlar (Srath An Urláir)
Thursday 25th February, 5-9pm 'Living Dolls' Throughout the Evening, Canape Cuisine On Arrival, Hot & Cold Punch, Live Music from 3 Bands, Civil Ceremony, Candy Stall - Latest Trendy Accessory Special Guest Award Winning Dress & Fashion Designer UNA RODDEN

Ceili & Two Hand Dance Classes with Clement Gallagher

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 25/02/2010

Kilcar (Cill Chartha)
Ceili & Two hand Dancing Classes with Clement Gallagher every Thusday night in the Kilcar Parish Hall Tea served Come along and enjoy the dancing.

Sequence Dance Weekend

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 26/02/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
February 26th & 27th 2 B&B plus 2 Evening Meals Sequence Dancing with music by Chris Dallat €158pps (single supplement available)

Stars in our Bars at Jacksons Hotel Donegal - STARTING on FRIDAY 26th Feb

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 26/02/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Dont Miss Stars in our bars at Jacksons Hotel Ballybofey STARTING on FRIDAY 26th Feb at 10.30pm 4 Weekly Live Heats 12 Heat Finalists 2 Jacksons Finalists 1 COUNTY WINNER €50,000 to be won! This is a Talent Competition not just a singing competition so it is open to all types of acts. To Apply call into Jacksons Hotel for Application Form or Contact John on 086326 5235

Ultrabeat in Basement Jacks Nightclub Jacksons Hotel Donegal

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 27/02/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
At Basement Jacks Nightclub the weekend has landed Ultrabeat. Saturday 27th Feb

Strictly Ballroom at Jacksons Hotel Donegal in our Drumboe Suite Sunday 28th Feb

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 28/02/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Dust off those dancing shoes and come join us for a night of Ballroom with Glenside Country Sunday 28th Feb from 9.00pm Jacksons Hotel Ballybofey Co. Donegal.

The Butt Drama Circle present The New Electric Ballroom

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 28/02/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
By Enda Walsh. The Butt Drama Circle's 2010 Festival Play. A dark fable of the emotionally stultifying effects of small town life. Three sisters in a remote fishing village , trapped in the years that have passed since the halcyon days at The New Electric Ballroom, are still obsessed by darker memories of something resembling romance. Adm. €12/€10 Show 8.30pm

Nanci Griffith Concert

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 01/03/2010

Letterkenny (Leitir Ceanainn)
Nanci Griffith in Concert @ the Clanree Hotel on Monday 01st March. Doors Open @7.30pm,Show Starts @8.00pm. Tickets now available at the Clanree Reception. Tickets are €33.

Dance Classes

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 04/03/2010

Kilcar (Cill Chartha)
Ceili & Two hand Dancing Classes with Clement Gallagher every Thusday night in the Kilcar Parish Hall Tea served Come along and enjoy the dancing.

The Hills of Donegal Set Dancing Weekend

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 05/03/2010

Letterkenny (Leitir Ceanainn)
In Association with Diane Cannon 5th, 6th & 7th March 2010 Dancing Competition Jiving & Social Dancing Emerald Ceili Band 5 Counties Ceili Band Johnny Reidy Sean Nos Swallows Tail Country Traditions 2 Hand Dancing Diane Cannon 087 6561879 dianecanon7@hotmail.com

Music and Legends from the Celtic Isles

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 06/03/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
An evening of Storytelling and music with award winning International Soprano Elisabeth Goell and Harpist Dianne Marshall from the Ulster Orchestra. Travel with Óisin to the Land of Tir-nan-Óg, allow yourself to be bewitched by Diarmuid and Gráinne or the Children of Lír and find out just what did those Faeries get up to. All these familiar stories are told and interwoven by Elisabeth and Diann into the familiar tunes from Ireland and the Hebrides. The evening will also feature a performance by the dancers of The Ursula Moore Academy of Irish Dancing School Irish Times '… an able singer, with one of those combinations of poetry, music and performance which leaves speechless…' Adm. €15/12 Show 8.30pm

Strictly Ballroom at Jacksons Hotel Donegal in our Drumboe Suite Sunday 7th March

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 07/03/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Dust off those dancing shoes and come join us for a night of Ballroom with Murphy 7th March from 9.00pm Jacksons Hotel Ballybofey Co. Donegal

Lisa Richards Comedy Club presents David McSavage

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 08/03/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
David McSavage is one of the brightest and most controversial talents to emerge on the comedy circuit in recent years. His confrontational style and razor sharp wit, have been honed by years performing on the streets of Ireland and across Europe finally received a national platform with his acclaimed TV series The Savage Eye (RTE2) which broadcast recently much to the delight or distaste of the Irish nation. He has finally made his own TV show debut, much to the delight or distaste of the Irish nation, with his recent critically acclaimed series which is amongst the nominations in the ‘Best Entertainment’ category at this years IFTA’s. “Best TV comedy programme ever made in Ireland” –The Sunday Independent “Riotously funny” -The Evening Herald “Hilarious” –The Irish Times Adm. €15 Show 8.30pm

Still the Blackbird Sings

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 09/03/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Why would an Irishman stay in the British Army? Still, the Blackbird Sings tells the story of poet-soldier Francis Ledwidge - an Irish war poet from County Meath. Sometimes known as the "poet of the blackbirds", he was killed in action during World War 1. Award-winning writer David Duggan re-invents, in a contemporary style, the dramatic events as Ledwidge and his squad members face the question in barracks: why return to the front when we have already survived three campaigns? Can we trick death again? Should we desert? Show 8.30pm Adm. €12

Queens of Country Show

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 09/03/2010

Letterkenny (Leitir Ceanainn)
Grand Ladies of Country, Tuesday 09th March @the Clanree Hotel. Artists performing include Stella Parton(Dolly's Sister), Georgette Jones, Billie Joe Spears, Philomena Begley & Leonna Williams. Doors Open @7.30pm, Show Starts @8.00pm. Tickets NOW available from the Clanree Reception €30 each.

Dance Classes

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 11/03/2010

Kilcar (Cill Chartha)
Ceili & Two hand Dancing Classes with Clement Gallagher every Thusday night in the Kilcar Parish Hall Tea served Come along and enjoy the dancing.

Mothers Day Festival of Country Music 2010

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 12/03/2010

Letterkenny (Leitir Ceanainn)
Looking for the perfect present?? Mothers Day in Donegal Friday 12th -Mon 15th March 2010 Join two of Irelands Best Loved Entertainers Conor McKay & Barry Doyle, plus a host of Irelands Top Dancing & Concert Attractions. For a Festival of Country Music, Dancing, Fine Food & Much More... Acts include: Philomena Begley, Hugo Duncan, Johnny Haughey Ursula,Tony Kerr, Country Highways, Hugh Rodgers, Rachel Percy & direct from Ireland AM Noel Cunnigham. Price includes: 3 Nights B&B plus 3 evening meals, access to all entertainment, access to all Hotel amenities, Afternoon shows, Dancing, Star Studded Concert & Late night Singalong. €275 pp. For Further information or to make a booking, please contact Hugh Rodgers on 048 97 532210 Coach Pickup Points throughout Northern Ireland.Airport & Seaports Pickups by arrangement.

A 10 Day Irish week

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 13/03/2010

Donegal Town (Dún na nGall)
A 10 Day Irish week - Starts 13th March It all kicks off on Friday 13th "luck of the Irish" and runs to Sunday 22nd with music every night @ The Abbey Hotel , Donegal town.

Strictly Ballroom at Jacksons Hotel Donegal in our Drumboe Suite Sunday 14th March

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 14/03/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Dust off those dancing shoes and come join us for a night of Ballroom with Cannon & Ramsey on Sunday 14th March from 9.00pm Jacksons Hotel Ballybofey Co. Donegal.

Ceili Dance Classes

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 18/03/2010

Kilcar (Cill Chartha)
Ceili & Two hand Dancing Classes with Clement Gallagher every Thusday night in the Kilcar Parish Hall Tea served Come along and enjoy the dancing.

Daniel O'Donnell in Concert

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 19/03/2010

Bundoran
We are delighted to announce that Daniel O'Donnell & his Band will be appearing in concert in our state of the art Conference Centre for 2 nights only, on 19th & 20th March, 2010. Tickets will be on sale from 1st December 2009. More news to follow!

Daniel O’Donnell

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 19/03/2010

Bundoran
Daniel O’Donnell - Tickets on sale from 1st December In concert 19th & 20th March, 2010

The Fureys and Davey Arthur

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 20/03/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
One of Ireland’s most popular international bands, the Fureys & Davey Arthur bring their show of music, songs and stories to the Balor Arts Centre for the first time. With family connections in Gweedore and Barnesmore, Laghey, with this show there is a sense of coming back to their family roots here in Donegal. They have been entertaining people all over the world for 32 years, performing to audiences that have included former Australian Prime Minister John Howard, Irish President Mary McAleese and the late Pope John Paul, and Tony Blair has stated that his favourite peace song of all time is the Fureys “Green Fields of France”. There is nothing we can say about these legends of Irish Music that people don’t already know so don’t miss this opportunity to hear them sing all their hits including ‘I will love you’, ‘When you were sweet 16’, ‘The Green fields of France’, ‘The old man’, ‘Red rose café’, ‘From Clare to here’, ‘Her father didn’t like me anyway’, ‘Leaving Nancy’, ‘Steal away’ etc. Early booking advised. www.thefureys.com Adm. €25 Show 8.30pm

Philadelphia Here I Come

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 20/03/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
The Lifford Players present Philadelphia here I Come - Brian Friel’s moving masterpiece. As Gar O Donnell prepares to emigrate to America we see the conflict between his brash confident public persona (Gar Public) and the rage and sorrow he feels at the state of his life and the people around him who have contributed to it (Gar Private). Friel’s classic explores the complexities behind Gar’s gradual detachment from his family and community and his impulse to immerse himself in a new, anonymous country. Sometimes comic sometimes poignant, this play in the hands of this group of local actors is a must see for theatre goers. The cast includes Leo Mc Bride as the father, Ann Shiels as Madge, Michael Kelly as Gar Public Patrick Mc Brearty as Gar Private and John Mc Ginley as the Canon. Adm. €12/€10 Show 8.30pm

Strictly Ballroom at Jacksons Hotel Donegal in our Drumboe Suite Sunday 21st March

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 21/03/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Dust off those dancing shoes and come join us for a night of Ballroom with Country Traditions on Sunday the 21st March from 9.00pm Jacksons Hotel Ballybofey Co. Donegal.

The Haunting of Helena Blunden

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 25/03/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Presented by Big Telly Theatre Co. A doorway. A stairwell. A story. Two women: one desperate to cross over the threshold: the other desperate to escape. What is it on the other side that makes eighty-year-old Maggie want so badly to go in? What is it that has terrified Susan into packing up and leaving? And why does the story of the mysterious Helena Blunden still hold them both there? This is thriller, ghost story, musical. Set in modern Belfast in a converted linen mill it has more twists and turns than the yarn winding its way round the spindle. Just when you think it's time to relax, sit back and breathe easy, the breath is knocked right out of you. Written by Paul Boyd and Bernie McGill and directed by Zoë Seaton. Adm. €20 Show 8.30pm

Cúrsa Gaeilge/Irish Langauge Course

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 27/03/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Oideas Gael Language courses are specially designed to cater for the needs of adults at all learning stages, including those who are more advanced but in need of practice. Each course contains three or more levels: Beginner, intermediate and advanced and is usually of one week’s duration. Class tuition is by specialist teachers who use graded courses, supported by modern audio-visual resources, as well as other proven methods of language teaching. The daily schedule consists of intensive morning and afternoon tutorials with attention directed towards spoken Irish (except for some units at the highest level), aiming at correct pronunciation, proper idiom and development of vocabulary, particularly of contemporary life. Our aim is to foster conversational ability and fluency, with some 35 language contact hours per course. Recreational activities such as dancing, poetry, or guest lectures take place each evening, after which participants are free to practise their Irish with people from all other levels while enjoying the craic in the local pubs. The Social format of the courses ensures that people attending on their own, quickly feel comfortable and at ease within the group. It has been the experience of the Directors that those who have completed a two-week programme succeed in achieving a marked improvement in fluency. Courses are officially recognised by the Department of Education.

Strictly Ballroom at Jacksons Hotel Donegal in our Drumboe Suite Sunday 28th March

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 28/03/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Dust off those dancing shoes and come join us for a night of Ballroom with Chris Dallat on Sunday the 28th March from 9.00pm Jacksons Hotel Ballybofey Co. Donegal.

Bundoran Country Music Festival

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 02/04/2010

Bundoran
Easter 2010, April 2nd, 3rd and 4th Country Music festivities return to the Great Northern Hotel this Easter for the second time running. Due to the enormous success of the last Easter festival, Showtours are pleased to announce fantastic packages including the cream of Irish country music all at the fabulous 4 star Great Northern Hotel. This year the 3 day/night event kicks off on Good Friday April 2 at 12 midnight with dancing to the 'Galway boy' himself Mike Denver, followed on Saturday by Jimmy Buckley and the Nashville Country Stars. On Easter Sunday night it’s another 2 band show with John McNicholl and Shaun Loughrey. There is Saturday afternoon dancing with the Nashville Country Stars and on Sunday T.R. Dallas ‘keep the feet tapping’.

Easter Music Festival Bundoran Showtours

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 02/04/2010

Bundoran
Easter Music Festival Bundoran Showtours - Good Friday Bundoran Country Music Festival - Easter 2010, April 2nd, 3rd and 4th Country Music festivities return to our hotel this Easter for the second time running. Due to the enormous success of the last Easter festival, Showtours are pleased to announce fantastic packages including the cream of Irish country music all at our fabulous 4 star Great Northern Hotel. This year the 3 day/night event kicks off on Good Friday April 2 at 12 midnight with dancing to the 'Galway boy' himself Mike Denver, followed on Saturday by Jimmy Buckley and the Nashville Country Stars. On Easter Sunday night it’s another 2 band show with John McNicholl and Shaun Loughrey. There is Saturday afternoon dancing with the Nashville Country Stars and on Sunday T.R. Dallas ‘keep the feet tapping’. Good Friday 2nd April to Easter Monday 5th April 2010

Siúl Sléibhe/Hillwalking

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 03/04/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
South West Donegal has some of the best hillwalking areas in Ireland and its 2000 ft. mountain, Sliabh Liag, is regarded as the finest marine cliff in Europe. Despite the beauty of this peninsula, it is relatively under-utilised by walkers, even in the height of the ssummer sseason. All routes, followed by Oideas Gael, vary in difficulty and give participants a chance to see the best of South Donegal’s wild and varied coastal scenery. This area forms part of the Donegal Gaeltacht and it is hoped that walkers will be able to use their knowledge of Irish during the course of the week’s holiday, or if new to the language, that they will practise a few works and expressions. Emphasis is on enjoyment and the evenings are spent listening to some of the traditional music, for which the area is famous & to join in the craic which accompanies the OIDEAS GAEL programme of courses. These walks will not involve any rock climbing and some are quite long and strenuous. It is essential, therefore, that participants ensure that they are fit enough to undertake such exercise (all walks are 4-6 hours long). In iardheisceart Chontae Dhún na nGall atá cuid de na limistéirí siúil is fearr in Éirinn, le Sliabh Liag a mheastar a bheith ar an bhinn mhara is mórthaibhsí san Eoraip. D’ainneoin áilleacht na leithinise, ní thaithíonn siúlaithe cnoc an oiread sin í, fiú le linn ardséarsúr an tsamhraidh, as siocair í bheith chomh scoite sin. Tá rogha siúlóidí á tairiscint nach ionann deacracht; tugann gach ceann acu deis do shiúlaithe breathnú ar éagsúlacht radharcanna fíoráille de chuid chóstaí iargúlta dheisceart Dhún na Gall. Cuid de Ghaeltacht Dhún na nGall é an ceantar seo agus táthar ag súil go mbeidh ar chumas siúlaithe a gcuid Gaeilge a úsáid le linn shaoire na seachtaine, sin nó, mura bhfuil an teanga ar a dtoil acu, go dtógfaidh siad abairt nó dhó. Sult agus sásamh is mó atá i gceist sa chúrsa & beidh am go leor tráthnóna le h-éisteacht leis an cheol tíre a bhfuil cáil ar an réigiún dá bharr agus taitneamh a bhaint as ach chraic a bhíonn mar ghnáth chuid de chúrsaí Oideas Gael. Cé nach mbeidh ailleadóireacht i gceist sna siúlóidí beith roinnt acu measartha fada agus maolach agus caithfidh luacht an chúrsa a chinntiú go mbeidh siad www.Oideas-Gael.com

Traditional Music Weekend

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 03/04/2010

Meenaneary (Mín An Aoire)
Line up to be confirmed but Sessions + Craic Guaranteed

Cúrsa Gaeilge/Irish Language Course

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 03/04/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Oideas Gael Language courses are specially designed to cater for the needs of adults at all learning stages, including those who are more advanced but in need of practice. Each course contains three or more levels: Beginner, intermediate and advanced and is usually of one week’s duration. Class tuition is by specialist teachers who use graded courses, supported by modern audio-visual resources, as well as other proven methods of language teaching. The daily schedule consists of intensive morning and afternoon tutorials with attention directed towards spoken Irish (except for some units at the highest level), aiming at correct pronunciation, proper idiom and development of vocabulary, particularly of contemporary life. Our aim is to foster conversational ability and fluency, with some 35 language contact hours per course. Recreational activities such as dancing, poetry, or guest lectures take place each evening, after which participants are free to practise their Irish with people from all other levels while enjoying the craic in the local pubs. The Social format of the courses ensures that people attending on their own, quickly feel comfortable and at ease within the group. It has been the experience of the Directors that those who have completed a two-week programme succeed in achieving a marked improvement in fluency. Courses are officially recognised by the Department of Education.

Easter Saturday Session - Rat Republik & Urban Hermits

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 03/04/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Two of Ballybofeys most popular and hard-working bands join forces for a double-headline gig. Adm. €12 Show 8.30pm

Strictly Ballroom at Jacksons Hotel Donegal in our Drumboe Suite Sunday 4th Apr

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 04/04/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Dust off those dancing shoes and come join us for a night of Ballroom with Country Sensations Sunday 4th April 9.00pm Jacksons Hotel Ballybofey Co. Donegal.

Féile na bPáistí (Children’s Festival)

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 04/04/2010

Kilcar (Cill Chartha)
Includes: Bouncy Castles, Face Painting, Art Competition, X-Factor Competition, Hip Hop Dancing, games and more. On Easter Sunday the events take place in Áislann Chill Chartha and on Easter Monday in the Parish Hall. The fun commences at 3.00 pm each day and continues until 6.00 pm. Children must be accompanied by at least one adult.

Kevin McAleer

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 09/04/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
There’s a rumour going round that Kevin McAleer’s latest show is his most hilarious and most original ever- quite a mind-boggling prospect, when you consider the body of work that has kept him at the very top of his profession in Ireland for more than two decades. McAleer inspired a whole generation of Irish and UK acts, but he’s still producing fresh, original material like a spring chicken on acid, while the legendary timing and delivery are sharper than ever. 2009 was his most successful ever in terms of audience numbers; come and catch him before it all goes to his head. ‘His material and performance was as close to comedy perfection as I have ever witnessed’ San Francisco Chronicle www.kevinmcaleer.co.uk Adm. €15 Show 8.30pm

Strictly Ballroom at Jacksons Hotel Donegal in our Drumboe Suite Sunday 11th Apr

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 11/04/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Dust off those dancing shoes and come join us for a night of Ballroom with Cool Country Sunday 11th April from 9.00pm Jacksons Hotel.

City Theatre Dublin presents Love Letters

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 17/04/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Starring Bryan Murray & Una Crawford O’Brien (Bob and Reneee from Fair City), A.R. Gurney's Love Letters chronicles the relationship between Andy and Melissa solely through their correspondence. The play tells the story of Andrew Makepeace Ladd and Melissa Gardner, whose poignantly funny friendship and ill-fated romance takes them from second grade through adolescence, maturity, and into middle age. Their words are both hysterical and moving and as the play unfolds the audience comes to know both of them intimately – from their strict WASP upbringing, through later life political aspirations, love affairs, military service and artistic ambitions. A smash hit both off and on Broadway, Love Letters captures Andy and Melissa with a precision of detail and depth of feeling only Gurney can command. Love Letters is funny, compelling, sad, poignant, and will prove to be an exhilarating and touching night of theatre that will stay in the memory long after the performance ends. Adm. €15 Show 8.30pm

Limehouse Lizzy

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 18/04/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Renowned for an action-packed pyrotechnic-fuelled explosion of a show, Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alove, well and dominating stages worldwide. Attention to detail, playful audience interaction and that all important X-factor that leaves you with the feeling of witnessing the real thing have led their performance being described as "Beyond tribute" by both audience and critics alike. Following the enormous success of their "Live & Dangerous" & "Dedication" tours, the band embarked upon their "Into The Limelight" 2008 tour to tie in with their appearance on an episode of BBC2's Arena documentary series. The tour travelled as far as a headline slot at the Rhodes Rock Festival in Greece and the Virgin Atlantic Music Festival in Barbados. Their latest tour continues to explore and celebrate the artistic and musical legacy of the hard living, hard rocking yet at times surprisingly tender and romantic artist that was Philip Lynott. Expect favourites like 'Whiskey In The Jar', 'Black Rose' 'The Boys Are Back In Town' and 'Sarah' and many others we've come to expect from one of the most highly rated acts on the circuit. "Limehouse Lizzy's Wayne Ellis, an uncanny ringer for Phil Lynott..." The Guardian Adm. €15 Show 8.30pm

Strictly Ballroom at Jacksons Hotel Donegal - in our Drumboe Suite Sunday 7th Feb

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 18/04/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Dust off those dancing shoes and come join us for a night of Ballroom with Cannon & Ramsey Sunday the 18th Apr from 9.00pm Jacksons Hotel Ballybofey Co. Donegal.

Strictly Ballroom at Jacksons Hotel Donegal in our Drumboe Suite Sunday 25th Apr

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 25/04/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Dust off those dancing shoes and come join us for a night of Ballroom with Country Legends Sunday the 25th Apr from 9.00pm Jacksons Hotel Ballybofey Co. Donegal

Folk, Blues & Bluegrass Festival

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 30/04/2010

Kilcar (Cill Chartha)
The third annual Folk, Blues and Bluegrass Festival takes place in Kilcar on the May Bank Holiday weekend. Events which included concerts and sessions take place in the Kilcar Parish Hall, John Joe's Bar, Kilcar House and Teach Proinsias Mac Giolla Cearra.

Cúrsa Gaeilge/Irish Langauge Course

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 30/04/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Oideas Gael Language courses are specially designed to cater for the needs of adults at all learning stages, including those who are more advanced but in need of practice. Each course contains three or more levels: Beginner, intermediate and advanced and is usually of one week’s duration. Class tuition is by specialist teachers who use graded courses, supported by modern audio-visual resources, as well as other proven methods of language teaching. The daily schedule consists of intensive morning and afternoon tutorials with attention directed towards spoken Irish (except for some units at the highest level), aiming at correct pronunciation, proper idiom and development of vocabulary, particularly of contemporary life. Our aim is to foster conversational ability and fluency, with some 35 language contact hours per course. Recreational activities such as dancing, poetry, or guest lectures take place each evening, after which participants are free to practise their Irish with people from all other levels while enjoying the craic in the local pubs. The Social format of the courses ensures that people attending on their own, quickly feel comfortable and at ease within the group. It has been the experience of the Directors that those who have completed a two-week programme succeed in achieving a marked improvement in fluency. Courses are officially recognised by the Department of Education.

Siúl Sléibhe/Hillwalking

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 30/04/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
South West Donegal has some of the best hillwalking areas in Ireland and its 2000 ft. mountain, Sliabh Liag, is regarded as the finest marine cliff in Europe. Despite the beauty of this peninsula, it is relatively under-utilised by walkers, even in the height of the ssummer sseason. All routes, followed by Oideas Gael, vary in difficulty and give participants a chance to see the best of South Donegal’s wild and varied coastal scenery. This area forms part of the Donegal Gaeltacht and it is hoped that walkers will be able to use their knowledge of Irish during the course of the week’s holiday, or if new to the language, that they will practise a few works and expressions. Emphasis is on enjoyment and the evenings are spent listening to some of the traditional music, for which the area is famous & to join in the craic which accompanies the OIDEAS GAEL programme of courses. These walks will not involve any rock climbing and some are quite long and strenuous. It is essential, therefore, that participants ensure that they are fit enough to undertake such exercise (all walks are 4-6 hours long). In iardheisceart Chontae Dhún na nGall atá cuid de na limistéirí siúil is fearr in Éirinn, le Sliabh Liag a mheastar a bheith ar an bhinn mhara is mórthaibhsí san Eoraip. D’ainneoin áilleacht na leithinise, ní thaithíonn siúlaithe cnoc an oiread sin í, fiú le linn ardséarsúr an tsamhraidh, as siocair í bheith chomh scoite sin. Tá rogha siúlóidí á tairiscint nach ionann deacracht; tugann gach ceann acu deis do shiúlaithe breathnú ar éagsúlacht radharcanna fíoráille de chuid chóstaí iargúlta dheisceart Dhún na Gall. Cuid de Ghaeltacht Dhún na nGall é an ceantar seo agus táthar ag súil go mbeidh ar chumas siúlaithe a gcuid Gaeilge a úsáid le linn shaoire na seachtaine, sin nó, mura bhfuil an teanga ar a dtoil acu, go dtógfaidh siad abairt nó dhó. Sult agus sásamh is mó atá i gceist sa chúrsa & beidh am go leor tráthnóna le h-éisteacht leis an cheol tíre a bhfuil cáil ar an réigiún dá bharr agus taitneamh a bhaint as ach chraic a bhíonn mar ghnáth chuid de chúrsaí Oideas Gael. Cé nach mbeidh ailleadóireacht i gceist sna siúlóidí beith roinnt acu measartha fada agus maolach agus caithfidh luacht an chúrsa a chinntiú go mbeidh siad www.Oideas-Gael.com

Strictly Ballroom at Jacksons Hotel Donegal in our Drumboe Suite Sunday 2nd May

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 02/05/2010

Ballybofey (Bealach Féich)
Dust off those dancing shoes and come join us for a night of Ballroom with Glenside Country Sunday the 2nd May from 9.00pm Jacksons Hotel Ballybofey Co. Donegal.

Dancing for Fun 2010

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 09/05/2010

Donegal Town (Dún na nGall)
Spring in to dancing shoes and have a fabulous fun filled week in The Central Hotel Donegal Town from Sun 9th - Fri 14th May. You will be floating across the dance floor Five days of dancing each evening to the best bands around the northwest and west of Ireland!! You will learn basic dances such as the Quick Step, Slow Waltz as well as the famous ChaChaCha, Rumba and Samba. The Grand Finale Gala Ball on the final night is not to be missed!! Dance Tutors: Jim and Josephine Tinneny will take the time with both beginners and experienced dancers during the lessons. 5 Bed and Breakfast with an Evening Meal Each Night. Sun 9th - Fri 14th May. €289.00 per person sharing. If you book during the month of November you will receive a discount of €20.00 per person!!!! Single Occupancy of a Double/Twin Room is an extra €80.00

THE MICK,MICEAL AND PAT CARR MEMORIAL TRADITIONAL MUSIC WEEKEND

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 04/06/2010

Meenaneary (Mín An Aoire)
O DONNELLS BAR AND ST. PATRICKS COMMUNITY CENTER. MEENANEARY, CO. DONEGAL. FRI.4th..JUNE / MON.7th.JUNE. A GREAT WEEKEND OF MUSIC SONG AND DANCE. WORKSHOPS IN ACCORDIAN,FIDDLE AND DANCE. MUSIC ALL WEEKEND in O’Donnell’s Bar WITH EMPHASIS ON SESSIONS. ALL MUSICIANS SINGERS AND DANCERS WELCOME odonnellsbar@hotmail. 074-9739297

Ard Connell, Glenties 60th Anniversary

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 04/06/2010

Glenties (Na Gleannta)

If you have had any connections with Ard Connell, Glenties why not keep Whit Weekend 2010 free!

Ardconnell residents are planning to celebrate their 60th Anniversary from the 4th - 6th June and you are invited to come and join them in the fun and celebrations.

Events will take place during the weekend to suit all the family, from the very young to the young at heart.

Further details will follow.

Siúl Sléibhe/Hillwalking

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 04/06/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
South West Donegal has some of the best hillwalking areas in Ireland and its 2000 ft. mountain, Sliabh Liag, is regarded as the finest marine cliff in Europe. Despite the beauty of this peninsula, it is relatively under-utilised by walkers, even in the height of the ssummer sseason. All routes, followed by Oideas Gael, vary in difficulty and give participants a chance to see the best of South Donegal’s wild and varied coastal scenery. This area forms part of the Donegal Gaeltacht and it is hoped that walkers will be able to use their knowledge of Irish during the course of the week’s holiday, or if new to the language, that they will practise a few works and expressions. Emphasis is on enjoyment and the evenings are spent listening to some of the traditional music, for which the area is famous & to join in the craic which accompanies the OIDEAS GAEL programme of courses. These walks will not involve any rock climbing and some are quite long and strenuous. It is essential, therefore, that participants ensure that they are fit enough to undertake such exercise (all walks are 4-6 hours long). In iardheisceart Chontae Dhún na nGall atá cuid de na limistéirí siúil is fearr in Éirinn, le Sliabh Liag a mheastar a bheith ar an bhinn mhara is mórthaibhsí san Eoraip. D’ainneoin áilleacht na leithinise, ní thaithíonn siúlaithe cnoc an oiread sin í, fiú le linn ardséarsúr an tsamhraidh, as siocair í bheith chomh scoite sin. Tá rogha siúlóidí á tairiscint nach ionann deacracht; tugann gach ceann acu deis do shiúlaithe breathnú ar éagsúlacht radharcanna fíoráille de chuid chóstaí iargúlta dheisceart Dhún na Gall. Cuid de Ghaeltacht Dhún na nGall é an ceantar seo agus táthar ag súil go mbeidh ar chumas siúlaithe a gcuid Gaeilge a úsáid le linn shaoire na seachtaine, sin nó, mura bhfuil an teanga ar a dtoil acu, go dtógfaidh siad abairt nó dhó. Sult agus sásamh is mó atá i gceist sa chúrsa & beidh am go leor tráthnóna le h-éisteacht leis an cheol tíre a bhfuil cáil ar an réigiún dá bharr agus taitneamh a bhaint as ach chraic a bhíonn mar ghnáth chuid de chúrsaí Oideas Gael. Cé nach mbeidh ailleadóireacht i gceist sna siúlóidí beith roinnt acu measartha fada agus maolach agus caithfidh luacht an chúrsa a chinntiú go mbeidh siad www.Oideas-Gael.com

Bodhrán Classes

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 04/06/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Oideas Gael Weekend courses offering the learner an opportunity of studying the various techniques of bodhrán playing. Learn how to accopmany solo and group musicians in a seisiún; how to play at the different speeds required for hornpipes, jigs, reels, mazurkas & polkas. A guaranteed craic weekend!

Digital Photography Course

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 04/06/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
This course offers participants the chance to explore the natural and cultural environment of the Gleann Cholm Cille area and practise their photographic skills under the direction of an expert. The course is suitable for beginners and improvers and all will have an opportunity of exhibiting their ceartions at the end of the courses.

Cúrsa Gaeilge/Irish Language Course

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 05/06/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Oideas Gael Language courses are specially designed to cater for the needs of adults at all learning stages, including those who are more advanced but in need of practice. Each course contains three or more levels: Beginner, intermediate and advanced and is usually of one week’s duration. Class tuition is by specialist teachers who use graded courses, supported by modern audio-visual resources, as well as other proven methods of language teaching. The daily schedule consists of intensive morning and afternoon tutorials with attention directed towards spoken Irish (except for some units at the highest level), aiming at correct pronunciation, proper idiom and development of vocabulary, particularly of contemporary life. Our aim is to foster conversational ability and fluency, with some 35 language contact hours per course. Recreational activities such as dancing, poetry, or guest lectures take place each evening, after which participants are free to practise their Irish with people from all other levels while enjoying the craic in the local pubs. The Social format of the courses ensures that people attending on their own, quickly feel comfortable and at ease within the group. It has been the experience of the Directors that those who have completed a two-week programme succeed in achieving a marked improvement in fluency. Courses are officially recognised by the Department of Education.

Cúrsa Gaeilge/Irish Language Course

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 12/06/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Oideas Gael Language courses are specially designed to cater for the needs of adults at all learning stages, including those who are more advanced but in need of practice. Each course contains three or more levels: Beginner, intermediate and advanced and is usually of one week’s duration. Class tuition is by specialist teachers who use graded courses, supported by modern audio-visual resources, as well as other proven methods of language teaching. The daily schedule consists of intensive morning and afternoon tutorials with attention directed towards spoken Irish (except for some units at the highest level), aiming at correct pronunciation, proper idiom and development of vocabulary, particularly of contemporary life. Our aim is to foster conversational ability and fluency, with some 35 language contact hours per course. Recreational activities such as dancing, poetry, or guest lectures take place each evening, after which participants are free to practise their Irish with people from all other levels while enjoying the craic in the local pubs. The Social format of the courses ensures that people attending on their own, quickly feel comfortable and at ease within the group. It has been the experience of the Directors that those who have completed a two-week programme succeed in achieving a marked improvement in fluency. Courses are officially recognised by the Department of Education.

Matchmaking Weekend

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 18/06/2010

Donegal Town (Dún na nGall)
Match Making Weekend DONEGAL TOWN 18th June – 20th June · Speed Dating · Blind Date · Live Music · Ceilis Everybody is open to a bit of flirting and merrymaking It might just work!! What makes the matchmaking festival so appealing to many people is the friendly relaxed atmosphere and the fact that various age groups mingle freely and happily together.

Cúrsa Gaeilge/Irish Language Course

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 19/06/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Oideas Gael Language courses are specially designed to cater for the needs of adults at all learning stages, including those who are more advanced but in need of practice. Each course contains three or more levels: Beginner, intermediate and advanced and is usually of one week’s duration. Class tuition is by specialist teachers who use graded courses, supported by modern audio-visual resources, as well as other proven methods of language teaching. The daily schedule consists of intensive morning and afternoon tutorials with attention directed towards spoken Irish (except for some units at the highest level), aiming at correct pronunciation, proper idiom and development of vocabulary, particularly of contemporary life. Our aim is to foster conversational ability and fluency, with some 35 language contact hours per course. Recreational activities such as dancing, poetry, or guest lectures take place each evening, after which participants are free to practise their Irish with people from all other levels while enjoying the craic in the local pubs. The Social format of the courses ensures that people attending on their own, quickly feel comfortable and at ease within the group. It has been the experience of the Directors that those who have completed a two-week programme succeed in achieving a marked improvement in fluency. Courses are officially recognised by the Department of Education.

Cúrsa Gaeilge/Irish Language Course

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 26/06/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Oideas Gael Language courses are specially designed to cater for the needs of adults at all learning stages, including those who are more advanced but in need of practice. Each course contains three or more levels: Beginner, intermediate and advanced and is usually of one week’s duration. Class tuition is by specialist teachers who use graded courses, supported by modern audio-visual resources, as well as other proven methods of language teaching. The daily schedule consists of intensive morning and afternoon tutorials with attention directed towards spoken Irish (except for some units at the highest level), aiming at correct pronunciation, proper idiom and development of vocabulary, particularly of contemporary life. Our aim is to foster conversational ability and fluency, with some 35 language contact hours per course. Recreational activities such as dancing, poetry, or guest lectures take place each evening, after which participants are free to practise their Irish with people from all other levels while enjoying the craic in the local pubs. The Social format of the courses ensures that people attending on their own, quickly feel comfortable and at ease within the group. It has been the experience of the Directors that those who have completed a two-week programme succeed in achieving a marked improvement in fluency. Courses are officially recognised by the Department of Education.

Donegal Summer Festival

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 01/07/2010

Donegal Town (Dún na nGall)
More Details to Come later!

Weeklong Course on Environment & Culture

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 03/07/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
AnTimpeallacht Environment & Culture Gleann Cholm Cille, as it exists today, is the result of the interaction of man and the landscape over thousands of years. This course gives an understanding of the natural and man-made heritage of this spectacular valley of St Columba. Topics include: The landscape before man’s arrival. The impact of the first inhabitants The bogs & their flora and fauna. Patterns of land use over time Threats to the local economy & environment. Archaeology and the early Christian period Vernacular architecture and local folklore CLÁR Dé Domhnaigh/Sunday Introduction / Réamhrá 2.30pm Ireland’s Flora / Flora na hÉireann Walk at the Silver Strand / Siúlóid ar an Trá Bhán Dé Luain/Monday The wild Irish Boglands / Na Portaigh Fiáina 10.00 am Flora, Fauna, History, Conservation Bog Walk/ Siúlóid Portaigh Dé Máirt/Tuesday Early man in Ireland/ An Luathaois in Éirinn 10.00 am Lifestyle, buildings, tombs, impact on the environment Neolithic tomb walk at Malinmore Dé Céadaoin/Wednesday Some threatened Irish habitats/ Imshaol faoi Ionsaí 10.00 am Meadows, machair, dune systems, wildflowers Páirceanna, Machair, Bláthanna Nature Walk in Glencolmcille Déardaoin/Thursday Early Christianity in Glencolmcille, holy wells 10.00 am Walk – Turas Colmcille / Turas Cholm Cille Dé hAoine/Friday Traditional buildings, field systems, place names Ailtireacht dúchasach, logainmneacha 10.00 am Walk part of Sliabh Liag or part of walk towards Port The Course format comprises a series of illustrated talks in the morning followed by guided walks each afternoon. The walks are not over-strenuous but a moderate level of fitness is required. Participants should bring walking shoe and raingear.

Ag Fí ár dTodhchaí ón Dúchas/Weaving our Future from the Past

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 03/07/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
As part of the Taipéis Gael programme in 1993, Local artist-weavers were trained in the skills of preparing and dyeing the wool using local materials, carding and spinning, designing the tapestry and weaving it on a specially fabricated wooden frame. The original Táipéis Gael creations are now exhibited all over the world. The south-west area of Donegal has long been known for the excellence of its craft-weavers and for the production of high quality tweed exhibits and garments. In this week-long course, two of the original artists, from the area, teach the skills acquired from the area’s older weaving practitioners. Participants will have the opportunity of working with the skilled weavers of Taipéis Gael and meet with those people who generously passed on their skills from the previous generation. Tapestry frames and yarns will be provided. The week-long programme includes: Natural Dyeing demonstrations, Carding, Spinning on Donegal Wheels, Designing for tapestry, Tapestry Weaving. It is expected that each participant will have produced a tapestry by the end of the course. Please note: Participants involved in any activity aspect of any of the Oideas Gael courses are advised to have his/her own personal accident insurance. Oideas Gael will accept no liability for any personal injuries, loss, damage or accident, of whatsoever nature, which may occur during the dates in which the participants are attending organised courses. Tá an cúrsa seo a thairiscint i mbliana ag Oideas Gael le deis a thabhairt do rannpháirtithe a bheith ag foghlaim ó bheirt de na h-ealaíontóirí a bhí mar chuid de Táipéis Gael ó 1991 ar aghaidh. Beidh an deis ann castáil leis na daoine áitiúla a shín ar aghaidh na seanscileanna ó ghlún go glún le go mbeadh an fhíodóireacht ina ealaín beo beathach. Beidh dathú, cardáil, sníomh, dearadh agus fíodóireacht a theagasc mar chuid de mhodúil na seachtaine agus taipéis deartha agus críochnaithe ag na rannpháirtithe. Tuilleadh Eolas: 074 9730248 oideasgael@eircom.net

Cúrsa Cruinneas

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Date: 03/07/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Cé air a bhfuil an cúrsa dírithe? Tá an cúrsa seo dírithe ar dhaoine a bhfuil caighdeán ard Gaeilge labhartha acu, a bhfuil roinnt eolais acu cheana ar ghramadach na teanga ach ar mian leo eolas níos fearr a fháil uirthi. Tá sé oiriúnach do dhaoine a úsáideann an Ghaeilge go rialta ina gcuid oibre, mar shampla múinteoirí, craoltóirí, iriseoirí agus scríbhneoirí. Tá sé fóirsteanach chomh maith do mhic léinn atá ag déanamh staidéir ar an Ghaeilge san ollscoil. Beidh an bhéim ar scríobh agus ar léamh na teanga ach beidh gníomh-aíochtaí cainte i gceist chomh maith. Ábhar agus gníomhaíochtaí Ní mhúinfear ach gramadach atá úsáideach agus a chuideoidh leis na rannpháirtithe agus iad ag úsáid na teanga go laethúil. Múinfear rialacha agus ansin tabharfar deis do na rannpháirtithe iad a chur i bhfeidhm sa chaint agus sa scríobh. Tabharfar tús áite don Chaighdeán Oifigiúil seachas do chanúint faoi leith ar bith. Seo cuid de na nithe a bheidh i gceist sa chúrsa: • foclóir nua-aimseartha ag baint le réimsí mar na meáin chumarsáide agus cúrsaí reatha; • cleachtaí éisteachta ina mbeidh béim faoi leith ar chúrsaí nuachta; • cleachtaí scríbhneoireachta, mar léirmheasanna gairide, litreacha agus achoimrithe; • cluichí agus comórtais ghramadaí • cora cainte úsáideacha atá le fáil sna canúintí éagsúla; • cleachtaí cainte, mar dhíospóireachtaí agus rólghníomhaíochtaí. Modh múinte Chomh maith le hobair aonair, beidh obair bheirte agus obair ghrúpa i gceist sna ranganna.

A SETS,CEILI AND TWO HAND DANCE WEEKEND WITH DANNY WEBSTER

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Date: 09/07/2010

Meenaneary (Mín An Aoire)
9TH./12TH.JULY:A SETS,CEILI AND TWO HAND DANCE WEEKEND WITH DANNY WEBSTER. WORKSHOP ON SAT.WITH CLEMENT GALLAGHER AND CEILI ON SUN.EVENING WITH DANNY WEBSTER. DANCING IN ODONNELLS BAR FRI.,SAT.AND SUN.NIGHTS WITH DANNY WEBSTER . CLEMENT GALLAGHER CALLING. TIMES FOR WORKSHOPS AND CEILI LATER.

Cúrsa Gaeilge/Irish Language Course

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Date: 10/07/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Oideas Gael Language courses are specially designed to cater for the needs of adults at all learning stages, including those who are more advanced but in need of practice. Each course contains three or more levels: Beginner, intermediate and advanced and is usually of one week’s duration. Class tuition is by specialist teachers who use graded courses, supported by modern audio-visual resources, as well as other proven methods of language teaching. The daily schedule consists of intensive morning and afternoon tutorials with attention directed towards spoken Irish (except for some units at the highest level), aiming at correct pronunciation, proper idiom and development of vocabulary, particularly of contemporary life. Our aim is to foster conversational ability and fluency, with some 35 language contact hours per course. Recreational activities such as dancing, poetry, or guest lectures take place each evening, after which participants are free to practise their Irish with people from all other levels while enjoying the craic in the local pubs. The Social format of the courses ensures that people attending on their own, quickly feel comfortable and at ease within the group. It has been the experience of the Directors that those who have completed a two-week programme succeed in achieving a marked improvement in fluency. Courses are officially recognised by the Department of Education.

Siúl Sléibhe/Hillwalking

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Date: 10/07/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
South West Donegal has some of the best hillwalking areas in Ireland and its 2000 ft. mountain, Sliabh Liag, is regarded as the finest marine cliff in Europe. Despite the beauty of this peninsula, it is relatively under-utilised by walkers, even in the height of the ssummer sseason. All routes, followed by Oideas Gael, vary in difficulty and give participants a chance to see the best of South Donegal’s wild and varied coastal scenery. This area forms part of the Donegal Gaeltacht and it is hoped that walkers will be able to use their knowledge of Irish during the course of the week’s holiday, or if new to the language, that they will practise a few works and expressions. Emphasis is on enjoyment and the evenings are spent listening to some of the traditional music, for which the area is famous & to join in the craic which accompanies the OIDEAS GAEL programme of courses. These walks will not involve any rock climbing and some are quite long and strenuous. It is essential, therefore, that participants ensure that they are fit enough to undertake such exercise (all walks are 4-6 hours long). In iardheisceart Chontae Dhún na nGall atá cuid de na limistéirí siúil is fearr in Éirinn, le Sliabh Liag a mheastar a bheith ar an bhinn mhara is mórthaibhsí san Eoraip. D’ainneoin áilleacht na leithinise, ní thaithíonn siúlaithe cnoc an oiread sin í, fiú le linn ardséarsúr an tsamhraidh, as siocair í bheith chomh scoite sin. Tá rogha siúlóidí á tairiscint nach ionann deacracht; tugann gach ceann acu deis do shiúlaithe breathnú ar éagsúlacht radharcanna fíoráille de chuid chóstaí iargúlta dheisceart Dhún na Gall. Cuid de Ghaeltacht Dhún na nGall é an ceantar seo agus táthar ag súil go mbeidh ar chumas siúlaithe a gcuid Gaeilge a úsáid le linn shaoire na seachtaine, sin nó, mura bhfuil an teanga ar a dtoil acu, go dtógfaidh siad abairt nó dhó. Sult agus sásamh is mó atá i gceist sa chúrsa & beidh am go leor tráthnóna le h-éisteacht leis an cheol tíre a bhfuil cáil ar an réigiún dá bharr agus taitneamh a bhaint as ach chraic a bhíonn mar ghnáth chuid de chúrsaí Oideas Gael. Cé nach mbeidh ailleadóireacht i gceist sna siúlóidí beith roinnt acu measartha fada agus maolach agus caithfidh luacht an chúrsa a chinntiú go mbeidh siad www.Oideas-Gael.com

The Glencolmcille School of Marine & Landscape Painting

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Date: 10/07/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
This Summer School is conducted in the heart of the Sliabh Liag peninsula in the South-West Donegal Highlands. The dramatic landscape and coastline of this area is the setting for this course of painting tuition for beginners and improvers. The daily schedule will be flexible and participants are assured of personal guidance and attention from our accomplished guest tutor. There will usually be two sessions per day, some possibly early morning to capture light variables. Students need only bring with them materials for their own preferred media such as acrylic, gouache or oils. They also need a sketch pad, a selection of two or three brushes and we suggest that you bring a discarded knife for mixing colours, a palette (a dinner plate will do), some rags and treated boards or canvas, an easel would also be of advantage. Some materials will be available at the course location for further requirements. The Tutors Kenneth King is a professional marine painter specialising in the naval and merchant shipping of Ireland, together with the country’s lighthouses & coastline. His work has been commissioned by State and private sector maritime interests. Apart from regular showings in Ireland, his work has been exhibited in the U.S., U.K., and Continental Europe. His studio-gallery is in Straid, Gleann Cholm Cille ( www.king-studio.com ). Conal McIntyre is a painter and art teacher with experience in a wide range of art media. He studied art in Limerick and London. After teaching overseas and exhibiting widely in the Middle East he returned to settle in Gleann Cholm Cille. Currently he works from his studio and teaches art part-time. He is a member of the Artists Association of Ireland. The works of both artists are held in private collections here in Ireland and worldwide Scoil Péintéireachta Mara & Tírdhreacha I gcroílár leithinis Sliabh Liag i sliabhraon iardheiscirt Dhún na nGall atá an Scoil Shamhraidh seo ar bun. Is iad tírdhreach agus imeallbhord cósta an limistéir is suíomh do na cúrsaí phéintéireachta atá a stairiscint do thosaitheoirí agus don dream a bhfuil feabhas uathu. Clár laethúil solúbhtha a bheidh ann agus dearbhaítear aire agus treoir phearsanta an aítheagascora shárchumasaigh. Dhá sheisiún a bheidh ann gach lá de ghnáth, cuid acu i moch an lae, b’fhéidir, le breith ar éagsúlacht solais. Ní gá do lucht an chúrsa ach ábhair a thabhairt leo le haghaidh an mheáin is fearr leo, cuirim i gcás aicrilic, guais nó olaí; teastaíonn leabhar sceiteála chomh maith mar aon le rogha dó nó trí de scuba. Moltar lena chois sin go dtugtar scian athchaite de dathanna a mheascadh. Cuirfear ábhair áirithe eile a mbeidh gá leo ar fáil ag lathair an chúrsa. Na Teagascóirí Is é Kenneth King an péintéir muirdhreacha gairmiúil is iomráití in Eirinn ar léiríodh taispeántais dá shaothair ar fud an domhain. Tá a dhánlann mhuirdhreacha aige i Sráid, Gleann Cholm Cille (www.king-studio.com). Tá Conal Mac an tSaoir ina ealaíontóir agus ina mhúinteoir, as Gleann Cholm Cille. Chaith sé tréimhse sa mheánoirthear sul ar phill sé le socrú ina cheantair dúchais. Tá sé ina chomhordaitheoir ar scéim ealaíne pobail agus ag teagasc go rialta. Tá a chuid ealaín i mbailiúcháin priobháideach in Éirinn agus ar fud an domhain www.Oideas-Gael.com

Oiliúint ar Mhúinteoirí

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Date: 10/07/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Cé air a bhfuil an cúrsa dírithe? Is cúrsa é seo do mhúinteoirí atá ag múineadh na Gaeilge do dhaoine fásta ag gach leibhéal in Éirinn agus thar lear. Tá sé oiriúnach: • do mhúinteoirí nach bhfuil mórán taithí acu; • do mhúinteoirí nach bhfuil aon cháilíocht fhoirmiúil (ar nós an Ard-Teastais san Oideachas) acu; • do mhúinteoirí bunscoile agus meánscoile ar mian leo níos mó eolais a fháil faoi mhúineadh daoine fásta. Aidhmeanna an chúrsa 1. Múinteoirí a chur ar an eolas faoin mhéid atá tar éis titim amach i múineadh teangacha le breis is fiche bliain anuas; 2. féachaint go mion ar an chur chuige cumarsáideach agus ar an dóigh le hé a chur i bhfeidhm sa seomra ranga; 3. múinteoirí a chur ag smaoineamh faoi cad é go díreach ba cheart dóibh a mhúineadh ina gcuid ranganna; 4. seans a thabhairt dóibh ábhar nua múinte a thriail agus a mheas; 5. seans a thabhairt dóibh smaointe, moltaí praiticiúla agus tuairimí a mhalartú. Modh múinte Beidh páirt an-ghníomhach ag na múinteoirí sa chúrsa. Ceardlanna seachas léachtaí a bheas i gceist agus beidh deis acu a gcuid tuairimí a chur in iúl agus tarraingt ar a dtaithí. Beidh béim láidir ar obair bheirte agus ar obair ghrúpa sna seisiúin seo. Beidh cleachtadh múinteoireachta ar siúl dhá uair sa lá i rith an chúrsa, rud a thabharfaidh deis do na múinteoirí triail a bhaint as ábhar agus as modhanna nua múinte. Ní bheidh sé éigeantach cleachtadh múinteoireachta a dhéanamh. Iarrtar ar mhúinteoirí ábhar a úsáideann siad ina gcuid ranganna a thabhairt leo, más mian leo. Toipicí I measc na dtoipicí a ndíreofar orthu beidh: • an cur chuige cumarsáideach; • ag pleanáil cúrsa; • anailís ar riachtanais na bhfoghlaimeoirí; • fáthanna a bhfágann foghlaimeoirí rang roimh dheireadh cúrsa agus dóigheanna leis an scéal seo a fheabhsú; • ag múineadh na scileanna éagsúla teanga; • rólghníomhú; • cluichí teanga; • ag múineadh gramadaí/ag ceartú earráidí na bhfoghlaimeoirí. Is féidir le hOideas Gael lóistín a shocrú do lucht an chúrsa (féach an chéad leathanach eile). Tá eolas breise le fáil ó: Oideas Gael, Gleann Cholm Cille, Co. Dhún na nGall Fón: (074) 973 0248; faics: (074) 973 0348; Ríomhphost: oideasgael@eircom.net

Gearr Chúrsa Aistriúcháin

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Date: 17/07/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Cén cineál cúrsa é? Is iad aidhmeanna an chúrsa ná: • léargas a thabhairt ar fhadhbanna coitianta san aistriúchán ó Bhéarla go Gaeilge agus ar straitéisí chun dul i ngleic leo • teicnící eagarthóireachta a theagasc • meon criticiúil a fhorbairt chun gur féidir caighdeán an aistriúcháin a mheas • léargas a thabhairt ar na fadhbanna a bhaineann le húsáid na nuathéarmaíochta i nGaeilge An mbeidh sé oiriúnach domsa? Ní cúrsa teanga é 'Ó Bhéarla go Gaeilge'. Is cúrsa é le haghaidh daoine a bhfuil ardchumas Gaeilge acu agus atá ag obair mar aistritheoirí nó ar spéis leo tabhairt faoi obair sin. Tugtar léargas ar ghnáthobair an aistritheora agus ar na scileanna a theastaíonn ó lá go lá m.sh.doiléire agus débhríocht a sheachaint sa Ghaeilge scríofa, na foclóirí a úsáid, leaganacha canúna agus leaganacha caighdeánacha a aithint thar a chéile srl. Ábhar an chúrsa Tabharfar cóip de théacsleabhar an chúrsa do na rannpháirtithe go léir. Ní bheidh téacsanna fada le haistriú le linn an chúrsa. Ina ionad sin beidh abairtí agus sleachta gearra le haistriú a léiríonn fadhbanna agus dúshláin faoi leith m.sh. béarlachas, an focal ceart sa chomhthéacs ceart, rudaí na n-aistrítear de ghnáth srl. Is téacsanna neamhliteartha (tuarascálacha, bileoga eolais, suímh ghréasáin srl.) is mó a bheidh i gceist. Beidh eagarthóireacht le déanamh ar théacs nó dhó. Ní gá do rannpháirtithe aon trealamh a thabhairt leo ach peann agus páipéar agus cóip de Foclóir Gaeilge-Béarla Uí Dhónaill. Cé gur ábhar 'trom' go leor atá san aistriúchán bíonn plé breá bríomhar ann i gcónaí maidir leis an leagan Gaeilge is fearr. Teagascóir Tá sealanna caite ag Antain Mac Lochlainn i mbun sheirbhís aistriúcháin Bhord na Gaeilge, ina eagarthóir scripte le RTÉ, agus ag obair mar shaoraistritheoir. Tá suim ar leith aige in oiliúint aistritheoirí. Ba é a cheap an tArd-Dioplóma san Aistriúchán in Ollscoil na hÉireann, Má Nuad agus a theagasc an cúrsa sin. I measc na bhfoilseachán leis tá Cuir Gaeilge Air (Cois Life 2000) agus Speaking Irish: Take Your Language Skills Beyond Basics (McGraw-Hill 2007). Tá sé ina bhall gairmiúil de Chumann Aistritheoirí agus Teangairí na hÉireann. Clár ama Bíonn na ranganna ar siúl ó Luan go hAoine. Tosaíonn seisiún na maidine ar 10.00am agus leanann an obair ar aghaidh go dtí 5.00pm le sos lóin dhá uair an chloig idir 1pm agus 3pm. Bíonn dhá shos tae ann gach aon lá. Eolas breise Má tá aon cheist agat i dtaobh na ceardlainne, téigh i dteagmháil le hAntain Mac Lochlainn: Fón: 01 8029826 Ríomhphost: antain@iol.ie Is féidir le hOideas Gael lóistín a shocrú duit (féach an fhoirm chlárúcháin). Tá breis eolais maidir le lóistín le fáil ó Oideas Gael: Fón: (074) 97 30248; Ríomhphost: oideasgael@eircom.net

Weeklong course in the Irish Harp/Cúrsa ar an Cláirseach

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 17/07/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
This course is aimed at beginners and improvers, who are interested in acquiring a basic introduction into the origins of the Irish harp tradition while enjoying the group sessions, learning Irish melodies and accompanying some Irish songs. Course participants will enjoy playing a varied selection of Irish music in the daily tutorials. Beginners will be involved in an enjoyable way of acquiring an introduction into the playing of this traditional Irish instrument while having an opportunity to learn and perform Irish Melodies with other musicians. Improvers will increase and share their musical repertoire, enjoy playing with other harpers while improving their technique. There will also be sessions on basic song accompaniment, and a brief insight into the history of the instrument. Availability of Harps Oideas Gael will have a limited number of harps available for participants, providing that we have received prior notice. This may incur a small extra charge for the week. Tá an cúrsa seo dírithe ar fhoghlaimeoirí agus ar fheabhsóirí a bhfuil suim acu bunscileanna ceol an chláirsigh a fhoghlaim ó theagascóir agus múinteoir proifisiúnta. Bainfear úsáid as seisiúin i ngrúpa agus i dteagasc aonaracha chun na scileanna a láidriú agus a dhaingniú. Is í Sara Gillen an teagascóir agus tá clú ar leith uirthi mar mhúinteoir cláirsigh agus mar cheoltóir í féin.

Weeklong course in the Flute & Whistle

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 17/07/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
The course is aimed at teachers and individuals who would like to explore the different dimensions of Irish music. This tradition of music, song and dance has evolved down the centuries through the lives and customs of the Irish people. Irish musicians are fortunate to have a rich cultural tapestry of song, dance and folklore which provides the source of our traditional music. The courses, taught by leading Irish musician Maureen McGrattan, aims to focus on the following aspects of Irish Music:- Music tuition: A number of daily practical sessions learning simple tunes & dances on the tin whistle and flute. Regional Styles: A musical tour of the country which will focus on the different styles of each region. This is an introductory course to the source of Irish music and previous experience in playing an instrument is not necessary. Tá an cúrsa ceoil seo dírithe ar mhúinteoirí agus daoine gur spéis leo na gnéithe éagsúla de cheol na hÉireann a fhiosrú agus a fhoghlam. Is í Maureen Mc Grattan, ceoltóir den scoth, a bhéas mar theagascóir agus í ag díriú ar thosnaitheoirí agus iad siúd ar mhaith leo níos mó dul chun cinn a dhéanamh. Beidh seisiún phraiticúil laethúil d’fhoinn simplí / rinncí ar an fheadóg agus ar an fhliút. Tabharfar sonraí ag léiriú na stíleanna éagsúla ar fud na tíre. Ní gá go mbeadh réamheolas nó cleachtadh ag an lucht páirte. Is féidir uirlisí a cheannach ó / Practice flutes can be bought from: Hammy Hamilton, Coolea, Co. Cork 026-45209 Mc Neill’s musical instruments, Capel St., Dublin 1 01- 8722159

Siúl Sléibhe/Hillwalking

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 17/07/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
South West Donegal has some of the best hillwalking areas in Ireland and its 2000 ft. mountain, Sliabh Liag, is regarded as the finest marine cliff in Europe. Despite the beauty of this peninsula, it is relatively under-utilised by walkers, even in the height of the ssummer sseason. All routes, followed by Oideas Gael, vary in difficulty and give participants a chance to see the best of South Donegal’s wild and varied coastal scenery. This area forms part of the Donegal Gaeltacht and it is hoped that walkers will be able to use their knowledge of Irish during the course of the week’s holiday, or if new to the language, that they will practise a few works and expressions. Emphasis is on enjoyment and the evenings are spent listening to some of the traditional music, for which the area is famous & to join in the craic which accompanies the OIDEAS GAEL programme of courses. These walks will not involve any rock climbing and some are quite long and strenuous. It is essential, therefore, that participants ensure that they are fit enough to undertake such exercise (all walks are 4-6 hours long). In iardheisceart Chontae Dhún na nGall atá cuid de na limistéirí siúil is fearr in Éirinn, le Sliabh Liag a mheastar a bheith ar an bhinn mhara is mórthaibhsí san Eoraip. D’ainneoin áilleacht na leithinise, ní thaithíonn siúlaithe cnoc an oiread sin í, fiú le linn ardséarsúr an tsamhraidh, as siocair í bheith chomh scoite sin. Tá rogha siúlóidí á tairiscint nach ionann deacracht; tugann gach ceann acu deis do shiúlaithe breathnú ar éagsúlacht radharcanna fíoráille de chuid chóstaí iargúlta dheisceart Dhún na Gall. Cuid de Ghaeltacht Dhún na nGall é an ceantar seo agus táthar ag súil go mbeidh ar chumas siúlaithe a gcuid Gaeilge a úsáid le linn shaoire na seachtaine, sin nó, mura bhfuil an teanga ar a dtoil acu, go dtógfaidh siad abairt nó dhó. Sult agus sásamh is mó atá i gceist sa chúrsa & beidh am go leor tráthnóna le h-éisteacht leis an cheol tíre a bhfuil cáil ar an réigiún dá bharr agus taitneamh a bhaint as ach chraic a bhíonn mar ghnáth chuid de chúrsaí Oideas Gael. Cé nach mbeidh ailleadóireacht i gceist sna siúlóidí beith roinnt acu measartha fada agus maolach agus caithfidh luacht an chúrsa a chinntiú go mbeidh siad www.Oideas-Gael.com

Cúrsa Gaeilge/Irish Language Course

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 17/07/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Oideas Gael Language courses are specially designed to cater for the needs of adults at all learning stages, including those who are more advanced but in need of practice. Each course contains three or more levels: Beginner, intermediate and advanced and is usually of one week’s duration. Class tuition is by specialist teachers who use graded courses, supported by modern audio-visual resources, as well as other proven methods of language teaching. The daily schedule consists of intensive morning and afternoon tutorials with attention directed towards spoken Irish (except for some units at the highest level), aiming at correct pronunciation, proper idiom and development of vocabulary, particularly of contemporary life. Our aim is to foster conversational ability and fluency, with some 35 language contact hours per course. Recreational activities such as dancing, poetry, or guest lectures take place each evening, after which participants are free to practise their Irish with people from all other levels while enjoying the craic in the local pubs. The Social format of the courses ensures that people attending on their own, quickly feel comfortable and at ease within the group. It has been the experience of the Directors that those who have completed a two-week programme succeed in achieving a marked improvement in fluency. Courses are officially recognised by the Department of Education.

Cúrsa Gaeilge/Irish Language Course

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 24/07/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Oideas Gael Language courses are specially designed to cater for the needs of adults at all learning stages, including those who are more advanced but in need of practice. Each course contains three or more levels: Beginner, intermediate and advanced and is usually of one week’s duration. Class tuition is by specialist teachers who use graded courses, supported by modern audio-visual resources, as well as other proven methods of language teaching. The daily schedule consists of intensive morning and afternoon tutorials with attention directed towards spoken Irish (except for some units at the highest level), aiming at correct pronunciation, proper idiom and development of vocabulary, particularly of contemporary life. Our aim is to foster conversational ability and fluency, with some 35 language contact hours per course. Recreational activities such as dancing, poetry, or guest lectures take place each evening, after which participants are free to practise their Irish with people from all other levels while enjoying the craic in the local pubs. The Social format of the courses ensures that people attending on their own, quickly feel comfortable and at ease within the group. It has been the experience of the Directors that those who have completed a two-week programme succeed in achieving a marked improvement in fluency. Courses are officially recognised by the Department of Education.

Kilcar Street Festival Thursday, 29 July – Monday, 2 August

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Date: 29/07/2010

Kilcar (Cill Chartha)
A great mix of activities and fun to suit all ages. Outdoor games and street events, open air concerts and entertainment in pubs every night

The Glen River Summer Festival

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Date: 30/07/2010

Meenaneary (Mín An Aoire)
Friday 30th. July—Sunday 15th August SAT.31st..JULY/SUN.1st. AUG.: :SEAN NOS DANCE WORKSHOP BY KATHLEEN AND MICHAEL MC.GLYNN. SAT. AND SUN IN ODONNELLS BAR: CEILI,SETS AND TWO HAND DANCING. MUSIC SAT NIGHT WITH MARTIN DOOHAN SUN NIGHT WITH AN OTHER. .FRI.13th./SUN.15th.AUG. CEILI,SETS AND BARNDANCE WEEKEND. DANCE WORKSHOP ON SAT WITH CLEMENT GALLAGHER @2.30 MIXED CEILI ON SUN @ 2.30.MUSIC BY DANNY WEBSTER .CLEMENT GALLAGHER CALLING. MUSIC AND DANCE IN ODONNELLS BAR FRI.,SAT.AND SUN NIGHTS WITH DANNY WEBSTER WITH CLEMENT GALLAGHER CALLING.

Ceol na gConallach – The Donegal Sessions (Traditional Music Concerts)

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Date: 31/07/2010

Kilcar (Cill Chartha)
Music, Song and Dance Concerts, every Saturday at 8.30pm from Saturday, 31 July to mid September featuring the best local traditional musicians and singers plus special guests.

Cúrsa Gaeilge/Irish Language Courses

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Date: 31/07/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Oideas Gael Language courses are specially designed to cater for the needs of adults at all learning stages, including those who are more advanced but in need of practice. Each course contains three or more levels: Beginner, intermediate and advanced and is usually of one week’s duration. Class tuition is by specialist teachers who use graded courses, supported by modern audio-visual resources, as well as other proven methods of language teaching. The daily schedule consists of intensive morning and afternoon tutorials with attention directed towards spoken Irish (except for some units at the highest level), aiming at correct pronunciation, proper idiom and development of vocabulary, particularly of contemporary life. Our aim is to foster conversational ability and fluency, with some 35 language contact hours per course. Recreational activities such as dancing, poetry, or guest lectures take place each evening, after which participants are free to practise their Irish with people from all other levels while enjoying the craic in the local pubs. The Social format of the courses ensures that people attending on their own, quickly feel comfortable and at ease within the group. It has been the experience of the Directors that those who have completed a two-week programme succeed in achieving a marked improvement in fluency. Courses are officially recognised by the Department of Education.

Siúl Sléibhe/Hillwalking

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Date: 31/07/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
South West Donegal has some of the best hillwalking areas in Ireland and its 2000 ft. mountain, Sliabh Liag, is regarded as the finest marine cliff in Europe. Despite the beauty of this peninsula, it is relatively under-utilised by walkers, even in the height of the ssummer sseason. All routes, followed by Oideas Gael, vary in difficulty and give participants a chance to see the best of South Donegal’s wild and varied coastal scenery. This area forms part of the Donegal Gaeltacht and it is hoped that walkers will be able to use their knowledge of Irish during the course of the week’s holiday, or if new to the language, that they will practise a few works and expressions. Emphasis is on enjoyment and the evenings are spent listening to some of the traditional music, for which the area is famous & to join in the craic which accompanies the OIDEAS GAEL programme of courses. These walks will not involve any rock climbing and some are quite long and strenuous. It is essential, therefore, that participants ensure that they are fit enough to undertake such exercise (all walks are 4-6 hours long). In iardheisceart Chontae Dhún na nGall atá cuid de na limistéirí siúil is fearr in Éirinn, le Sliabh Liag a mheastar a bheith ar an bhinn mhara is mórthaibhsí san Eoraip. D’ainneoin áilleacht na leithinise, ní thaithíonn siúlaithe cnoc an oiread sin í, fiú le linn ardséarsúr an tsamhraidh, as siocair í bheith chomh scoite sin. Tá rogha siúlóidí á tairiscint nach ionann deacracht; tugann gach ceann acu deis do shiúlaithe breathnú ar éagsúlacht radharcanna fíoráille de chuid chóstaí iargúlta dheisceart Dhún na Gall. Cuid de Ghaeltacht Dhún na nGall é an ceantar seo agus táthar ag súil go mbeidh ar chumas siúlaithe a gcuid Gaeilge a úsáid le linn shaoire na seachtaine, sin nó, mura bhfuil an teanga ar a dtoil acu, go dtógfaidh siad abairt nó dhó. Sult agus sásamh is mó atá i gceist sa chúrsa & beidh am go leor tráthnóna le h-éisteacht leis an cheol tíre a bhfuil cáil ar an réigiún dá bharr agus taitneamh a bhaint as ach chraic a bhíonn mar ghnáth chuid de chúrsaí Oideas Gael. Cé nach mbeidh ailleadóireacht i gceist sna siúlóidí beith roinnt acu measartha fada agus maolach agus caithfidh luacht an chúrsa a chinntiú go mbeidh siad www.Oideas-Gael.com

Archaeology Course/Cúrsa Seandalaíocht

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Date: 31/07/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
5000 years in stone is the theme of this programme. Field trips are organised to the numerous pre and early Christian monuments of the region as well as evening lectures by scholars in early Irish literature, history, art, archaeology and folklore. For more detailed information on the programme you can contact Oideas Gael at 074 9730248 or visit our web site at www.Oideas-Gael.com

Siúl Sléibhe/Hillwalking

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Date: 07/08/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
South West Donegal has some of the best hillwalking areas in Ireland and its 2000 ft. mountain, Sliabh Liag, is regarded as the finest marine cliff in Europe. Despite the beauty of this peninsula, it is relatively under-utilised by walkers, even in the height of the ssummer sseason. All routes, followed by Oideas Gael, vary in difficulty and give participants a chance to see the best of South Donegal’s wild and varied coastal scenery. This area forms part of the Donegal Gaeltacht and it is hoped that walkers will be able to use their knowledge of Irish during the course of the week’s holiday, or if new to the language, that they will practise a few works and expressions. Emphasis is on enjoyment and the evenings are spent listening to some of the traditional music, for which the area is famous & to join in the craic which accompanies the OIDEAS GAEL programme of courses. These walks will not involve any rock climbing and some are quite long and strenuous. It is essential, therefore, that participants ensure that they are fit enough to undertake such exercise (all walks are 4-6 hours long). In iardheisceart Chontae Dhún na nGall atá cuid de na limistéirí siúil is fearr in Éirinn, le Sliabh Liag a mheastar a bheith ar an bhinn mhara is mórthaibhsí san Eoraip. D’ainneoin áilleacht na leithinise, ní thaithíonn siúlaithe cnoc an oiread sin í, fiú le linn ardséarsúr an tsamhraidh, as siocair í bheith chomh scoite sin. Tá rogha siúlóidí á tairiscint nach ionann deacracht; tugann gach ceann acu deis do shiúlaithe breathnú ar éagsúlacht radharcanna fíoráille de chuid chóstaí iargúlta dheisceart Dhún na Gall. Cuid de Ghaeltacht Dhún na nGall é an ceantar seo agus táthar ag súil go mbeidh ar chumas siúlaithe a gcuid Gaeilge a úsáid le linn shaoire na seachtaine, sin nó, mura bhfuil an teanga ar a dtoil acu, go dtógfaidh siad abairt nó dhó. Sult agus sásamh is mó atá i gceist sa chúrsa & beidh am go leor tráthnóna le h-éisteacht leis an cheol tíre a bhfuil cáil ar an réigiún dá bharr agus taitneamh a bhaint as ach chraic a bhíonn mar ghnáth chuid de chúrsaí Oideas Gael. Cé nach mbeidh ailleadóireacht i gceist sna siúlóidí beith roinnt acu measartha fada agus maolach agus caithfidh luacht an chúrsa a chinntiú go mbeidh siad www.Oideas-Gael.com

Cúrsa Cruinneas

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Date: 07/08/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Cé air a bhfuil an cúrsa dírithe? Tá an cúrsa seo dírithe ar dhaoine a bhfuil caighdeán ard Gaeilge labhartha acu, a bhfuil roinnt eolais acu cheana ar ghramadach na teanga ach ar mian leo eolas níos fearr a fháil uirthi. Tá sé oiriúnach do dhaoine a úsáideann an Ghaeilge go rialta ina gcuid oibre, mar shampla múinteoirí, craoltóirí, iriseoirí agus scríbhneoirí. Tá sé fóirsteanach chomh maith do mhic léinn atá ag déanamh staidéir ar an Ghaeilge san ollscoil. Beidh an bhéim ar scríobh agus ar léamh na teanga ach beidh gníomh-aíochtaí cainte i gceist chomh maith. Ábhar agus gníomhaíochtaí Ní mhúinfear ach gramadach atá úsáideach agus a chuideoidh leis na rannpháirtithe agus iad ag úsáid na teanga go laethúil. Múinfear rialacha agus ansin tabharfar deis do na rannpháirtithe iad a chur i bhfeidhm sa chaint agus sa scríobh. Tabharfar tús áite don Chaighdeán Oifigiúil seachas do chanúint faoi leith ar bith. Seo cuid de na nithe a bheidh i gceist sa chúrsa: • foclóir nua-aimseartha ag baint le réimsí mar na meáin chumarsáide agus cúrsaí reatha; • cleachtaí éisteachta ina mbeidh béim faoi leith ar chúrsaí nuachta; • cleachtaí scríbhneoireachta, mar léirmheasanna gairide, litreacha agus achoimrithe; • cluichí agus comórtais ghramadaí • cora cainte úsáideacha atá le fáil sna canúintí éagsúla; • cleachtaí cainte, mar dhíospóireachtaí agus rólghníomhaíochtaí. Modh múinte Chomh maith le hobair aonair, beidh obair bheirte agus obair ghrúpa i gceist sna ranganna.

Cúrsa Gaeilge/Irish Language Course

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Date: 07/08/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Oideas Gael Language courses are specially designed to cater for the needs of adults at all learning stages, including those who are more advanced but in need of practice. Each course contains three or more levels: Beginner, intermediate and advanced and is usually of one week’s duration. Class tuition is by specialist teachers who use graded courses, supported by modern audio-visual resources, as well as other proven methods of language teaching. The daily schedule consists of intensive morning and afternoon tutorials with attention directed towards spoken Irish (except for some units at the highest level), aiming at correct pronunciation, proper idiom and development of vocabulary, particularly of contemporary life. Our aim is to foster conversational ability and fluency, with some 35 language contact hours per course. Recreational activities such as dancing, poetry, or guest lectures take place each evening, after which participants are free to practise their Irish with people from all other levels while enjoying the craic in the local pubs. The Social format of the courses ensures that people attending on their own, quickly feel comfortable and at ease within the group. It has been the experience of the Directors that those who have completed a two-week programme succeed in achieving a marked improvement in fluency. Courses are officially recognised by the Department of Education.

Féile Cheoil Chill Chartha – Kilcar Fleadh (Traditional Music Festival)

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Date: 07/08/2010

Kilcar (Cill Chartha)
week long festival of Irish Traditional Music and Dance with a strong emphasis on the Donegal Tradition. The festival feature concerts with some of Ireland's top musicians and singers, workshops in singing, various instruments and dancing. Outdoor events including a cross-roads dance, lectures and talks and a 'big night' (ceilí) and nightly pub sessions.

Cúrsa Gaeilge/Irish Language Course

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Date: 14/08/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Oideas Gael Language courses are specially designed to cater for the needs of adults at all learning stages, including those who are more advanced but in need of practice. Each course contains three or more levels: Beginner, intermediate and advanced and is usually of one week’s duration. Class tuition is by specialist teachers who use graded courses, supported by modern audio-visual resources, as well as other proven methods of language teaching. The daily schedule consists of intensive morning and afternoon tutorials with attention directed towards spoken Irish (except for some units at the highest level), aiming at correct pronunciation, proper idiom and development of vocabulary, particularly of contemporary life. Our aim is to foster conversational ability and fluency, with some 35 language contact hours per course. Recreational activities such as dancing, poetry, or guest lectures take place each evening, after which participants are free to practise their Irish with people from all other levels while enjoying the craic in the local pubs. The Social format of the courses ensures that people attending on their own, quickly feel comfortable and at ease within the group. It has been the experience of the Directors that those who have completed a two-week programme succeed in achieving a marked improvement in fluency. Courses are officially recognised by the Department of Education.

Siúl Sléibhe/Hillwalking

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 14/08/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
South West Donegal has some of the best hillwalking areas in Ireland and its 2000 ft. mountain, Sliabh Liag, is regarded as the finest marine cliff in Europe. Despite the beauty of this peninsula, it is relatively under-utilised by walkers, even in the height of the ssummer sseason. All routes, followed by Oideas Gael, vary in difficulty and give participants a chance to see the best of South Donegal’s wild and varied coastal scenery. This area forms part of the Donegal Gaeltacht and it is hoped that walkers will be able to use their knowledge of Irish during the course of the week’s holiday, or if new to the language, that they will practise a few works and expressions. Emphasis is on enjoyment and the evenings are spent listening to some of the traditional music, for which the area is famous & to join in the craic which accompanies the OIDEAS GAEL programme of courses. These walks will not involve any rock climbing and some are quite long and strenuous. It is essential, therefore, that participants ensure that they are fit enough to undertake such exercise (all walks are 4-6 hours long). In iardheisceart Chontae Dhún na nGall atá cuid de na limistéirí siúil is fearr in Éirinn, le Sliabh Liag a mheastar a bheith ar an bhinn mhara is mórthaibhsí san Eoraip. D’ainneoin áilleacht na leithinise, ní thaithíonn siúlaithe cnoc an oiread sin í, fiú le linn ardséarsúr an tsamhraidh, as siocair í bheith chomh scoite sin. Tá rogha siúlóidí á tairiscint nach ionann deacracht; tugann gach ceann acu deis do shiúlaithe breathnú ar éagsúlacht radharcanna fíoráille de chuid chóstaí iargúlta dheisceart Dhún na Gall. Cuid de Ghaeltacht Dhún na nGall é an ceantar seo agus táthar ag súil go mbeidh ar chumas siúlaithe a gcuid Gaeilge a úsáid le linn shaoire na seachtaine, sin nó, mura bhfuil an teanga ar a dtoil acu, go dtógfaidh siad abairt nó dhó. Sult agus sásamh is mó atá i gceist sa chúrsa & beidh am go leor tráthnóna le h-éisteacht leis an cheol tíre a bhfuil cáil ar an réigiún dá bharr agus taitneamh a bhaint as ach chraic a bhíonn mar ghnáth chuid de chúrsaí Oideas Gael. Cé nach mbeidh ailleadóireacht i gceist sna siúlóidí beith roinnt acu measartha fada agus maolach agus caithfidh luacht an chúrsa a chinntiú go mbeidh siad www.Oideas-Gael.com

Sean-nós dancing & Traditional two-hand dances

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Date: 14/08/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
This week-long programme of Sean-nós and traditional two-hand dances will be held both morning and afternoon. A leading sean-nós dancer will teach the morning workshop while Edie Bradley will, in the afternoon, cover a wide range of two-hand dances including the Mazurka, Highland, Shoe the Donkey and the Peeler and the Goat. All dancing levels from beginner to improverwill be catered for and participants will have an opportunity of visiting and enjoying the many and varied attractions of the South-West Donegal region during the week. Beidh dhá sheisiúin damhsa gach lá, maidin agus iarnóin mar aon le hócáid oscailte damhsa don phobal iomlán gach oíche. Beidh an ceardlann damhsa sean-nóis gach maidin agus an ceann díriú ar dhamhsaí thraidisúnta san iarnóin. Beidh múinteoir rinnce sean-nóis den soth ag teagasc ar maidin agus is í Edie Bradley a bheas mar theagascóir tráthnóna agus déanfaidh sí réimse leathan de dhamhsaí tradisiúnta, ina measc an Mazurka, Highland, Shoe the Donkey agus The Peeler and the Goat. Tá an cúrsa oiriúnach doibh siúd atá ina nglantosaitheoirí agus dóibh siúd atá ag feabhsú.

The Glencolmcille School of Marine & Landscape Painting

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Date: 21/08/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
This Summer School is conducted in the heart of the Sliabh Liag peninsula in the South-West Donegal Highlands. The dramatic landscape and coastline of this area is the setting for this course of painting tuition for beginners and improvers. The daily schedule will be flexible and participants are assured of personal guidance and attention from our accomplished guest tutor. There will usually be two sessions per day, some possibly early morning to capture light variables. Students need only bring with them materials for their own preferred media such as acrylic, gouache or oils. They also need a sketch pad, a selection of two or three brushes and we suggest that you bring a discarded knife for mixing colours, a palette (a dinner plate will do), some rags and treated boards or canvas, an easel would also be of advantage. Some materials will be available at the course location for further requirements. The Tutors Kenneth King is a professional marine painter specialising in the naval and merchant shipping of Ireland, together with the country’s lighthouses & coastline. His work has been commissioned by State and private sector maritime interests. Apart from regular showings in Ireland, his work has been exhibited in the U.S., U.K., and Continental Europe. His studio-gallery is in Straid, Gleann Cholm Cille (www.king-studio.com). Conal McIntyre is a painter and art teacher with experience in a wide range of art media. He studied art in Limerick and London. After teaching overseas and exhibiting widely in the Middle East he returned to settle in Gleann Cholm Cille. Currently he works from his studio and teaches art part-time. He is a member of the Artists Association of Ireland. The works of both artists are held in private collections here in Ireland and worldwide Scoil Péintéireachta Mara & Tírdhreacha I gcroílár leithinis Sliabh Liag i sliabhraon iardheiscirt Dhún na nGall atá an Scoil Shamhraidh seo ar bun. Is iad tírdhreach agus imeallbhord cósta an limistéir is suíomh do na cúrsaí phéintéireachta atá a stairiscint do thosaitheoirí agus don dream a bhfuil feabhas uathu. Clár laethúil solúbhtha a bheidh ann agus dearbhaítear aire agus treoir phearsanta an aítheagascora shárchumasaigh. Dhá sheisiún a bheidh ann gach lá de ghnáth, cuid acu i moch an lae, b’fhéidir, le breith ar éagsúlacht solais. Ní gá do lucht an chúrsa ach ábhair a thabhairt leo le haghaidh an mheáin is fearr leo, cuirim i gcás aicrilic, guais nó olaí; teastaíonn leabhar sceiteála chomh maith mar aon le rogha dó nó trí de scuba. Moltar lena chois sin go dtugtar scian athchaite de dathanna a mheascadh. Cuirfear ábhair áirithe eile a mbeidh gá leo ar fáil ag lathair an chúrsa. Na Teagascóirí Is é Kenneth King an péintéir muirdhreacha gairmiúil is iomráití in Eirinn ar léiríodh taispeántais dá shaothair ar fud an domhain. Tá a dhánlann mhuirdhreacha aige i Sráid, Gleann Cholm Cille (www.king-studio.com). Tá Conal Mac an tSaoir ina ealaíontóir agus ina mhúinteoir, as Gleann Cholm Cille. Chaith sé tréimhse sa mheánoirthear sul ar phill sé le socrú ina cheantair dúchais. Tá sé ina chomhordaitheoir ar scéim ealaíne pobail agus ag teagasc go rialta. Tá a chuid ealaín i mbailiúcháin priobháideach in Éirinn agus ar fud an domhain www.Oideas-Gael.com

Siúl Sléibhe/Hillwalking

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 21/08/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
South West Donegal has some of the best hillwalking areas in Ireland and its 2000 ft. mountain, Sliabh Liag, is regarded as the finest marine cliff in Europe. Despite the beauty of this peninsula, it is relatively under-utilised by walkers, even in the height of the ssummer sseason. All routes, followed by Oideas Gael, vary in difficulty and give participants a chance to see the best of South Donegal’s wild and varied coastal scenery. This area forms part of the Donegal Gaeltacht and it is hoped that walkers will be able to use their knowledge of Irish during the course of the week’s holiday, or if new to the language, that they will practise a few works and expressions. Emphasis is on enjoyment and the evenings are spent listening to some of the traditional music, for which the area is famous & to join in the craic which accompanies the OIDEAS GAEL programme of courses. These walks will not involve any rock climbing and some are quite long and strenuous. It is essential, therefore, that participants ensure that they are fit enough to undertake such exercise (all walks are 4-6 hours long). In iardheisceart Chontae Dhún na nGall atá cuid de na limistéirí siúil is fearr in Éirinn, le Sliabh Liag a mheastar a bheith ar an bhinn mhara is mórthaibhsí san Eoraip. D’ainneoin áilleacht na leithinise, ní thaithíonn siúlaithe cnoc an oiread sin í, fiú le linn ardséarsúr an tsamhraidh, as siocair í bheith chomh scoite sin. Tá rogha siúlóidí á tairiscint nach ionann deacracht; tugann gach ceann acu deis do shiúlaithe breathnú ar éagsúlacht radharcanna fíoráille de chuid chóstaí iargúlta dheisceart Dhún na Gall. Cuid de Ghaeltacht Dhún na nGall é an ceantar seo agus táthar ag súil go mbeidh ar chumas siúlaithe a gcuid Gaeilge a úsáid le linn shaoire na seachtaine, sin nó, mura bhfuil an teanga ar a dtoil acu, go dtógfaidh siad abairt nó dhó. Sult agus sásamh is mó atá i gceist sa chúrsa & beidh am go leor tráthnóna le h-éisteacht leis an cheol tíre a bhfuil cáil ar an réigiún dá bharr agus taitneamh a bhaint as ach chraic a bhíonn mar ghnáth chuid de chúrsaí Oideas Gael. Cé nach mbeidh ailleadóireacht i gceist sna siúlóidí beith roinnt acu measartha fada agus maolach agus caithfidh luacht an chúrsa a chinntiú go mbeidh siad www.Oideas-Gael.com

Cúrsa Gaeilge/Irish Language Course

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 21/08/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Oideas Gael Language courses are specially designed to cater for the needs of adults at all learning stages, including those who are more advanced but in need of practice. Each course contains three or more levels: Beginner, intermediate and advanced and is usually of one week’s duration. Class tuition is by specialist teachers who use graded courses, supported by modern audio-visual resources, as well as other proven methods of language teaching. The daily schedule consists of intensive morning and afternoon tutorials with attention directed towards spoken Irish (except for some units at the highest level), aiming at correct pronunciation, proper idiom and development of vocabulary, particularly of contemporary life. Our aim is to foster conversational ability and fluency, with some 35 language contact hours per course. Recreational activities such as dancing, poetry, or guest lectures take place each evening, after which participants are free to practise their Irish with people from all other levels while enjoying the craic in the local pubs. The Social format of the courses ensures that people attending on their own, quickly feel comfortable and at ease within the group. It has been the experience of the Directors that those who have completed a two-week programme succeed in achieving a marked improvement in fluency. Courses are officially recognised by the Department of Education.

Taste of Donegal Food Festival

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 27/08/2010

Donegal Town (Dún na nGall)
More Details to come later

Siúl Sléibhe/Hillwalking

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 10/09/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
South West Donegal has some of the best hillwalking areas in Ireland and its 2000 ft. mountain, Sliabh Liag, is regarded as the finest marine cliff in Europe. Despite the beauty of this peninsula, it is relatively under-utilised by walkers, even in the height of the ssummer sseason. All routes, followed by Oideas Gael, vary in difficulty and give participants a chance to see the best of South Donegal’s wild and varied coastal scenery. This area forms part of the Donegal Gaeltacht and it is hoped that walkers will be able to use their knowledge of Irish during the course of the week’s holiday, or if new to the language, that they will practise a few works and expressions. Emphasis is on enjoyment and the evenings are spent listening to some of the traditional music, for which the area is famous & to join in the craic which accompanies the OIDEAS GAEL programme of courses. These walks will not involve any rock climbing and some are quite long and strenuous. It is essential, therefore, that participants ensure that they are fit enough to undertake such exercise (all walks are 4-6 hours long). In iardheisceart Chontae Dhún na nGall atá cuid de na limistéirí siúil is fearr in Éirinn, le Sliabh Liag a mheastar a bheith ar an bhinn mhara is mórthaibhsí san Eoraip. D’ainneoin áilleacht na leithinise, ní thaithíonn siúlaithe cnoc an oiread sin í, fiú le linn ardséarsúr an tsamhraidh, as siocair í bheith chomh scoite sin. Tá rogha siúlóidí á tairiscint nach ionann deacracht; tugann gach ceann acu deis do shiúlaithe breathnú ar éagsúlacht radharcanna fíoráille de chuid chóstaí iargúlta dheisceart Dhún na Gall. Cuid de Ghaeltacht Dhún na nGall é an ceantar seo agus táthar ag súil go mbeidh ar chumas siúlaithe a gcuid Gaeilge a úsáid le linn shaoire na seachtaine, sin nó, mura bhfuil an teanga ar a dtoil acu, go dtógfaidh siad abairt nó dhó. Sult agus sásamh is mó atá i gceist sa chúrsa & beidh am go leor tráthnóna le h-éisteacht leis an cheol tíre a bhfuil cáil ar an réigiún dá bharr agus taitneamh a bhaint as ach chraic a bhíonn mar ghnáth chuid de chúrsaí Oideas Gael. Cé nach mbeidh ailleadóireacht i gceist sna siúlóidí beith roinnt acu measartha fada agus maolach agus caithfidh luacht an chúrsa a chinntiú go mbeidh siad www.Oideas-Gael.com

Bodhrán Classes

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 10/09/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Oideas Gael Weekend courses offering the learner an opportunity of studying the various techniques of bodhrán playing. Learn how to accopmany solo and group musicians in a seisiún; how to play at the different speeds required for hornpipes, jigs, reels, mazurkas & polkas. A guaranteed craic weekend!

Donegal International Beer Festival

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 17/09/2010

Donegal Town (Dún na nGall)
Genuine Real Beer Festival. Free Open Air Concerts on the Diamond. More Details to come later.

Weekend course in Flute & Whistle

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 22/10/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
The course is aimed at teachers and individuals who would like to explore the different dimensions of Irish music. This tradition of music, song and dance has evolved down the centuries through the lives and customs of the Irish people. Irish musicians are fortunate to have a rich cultural tapestry of song, dance and folklore which provides the source of our traditional music. The courses, taught by leading Irish musician Maureen McGrattan, aims to focus on the following aspects of Irish Music:- Music tuition: A number of daily practical sessions learning simple tunes & dances on the tin whistle and flute. Regional Styles: A musical tour of the country which will focus on the different styles of each region. This is an introductory course to the source of Irish music and previous experience in playing an instrument is not necessary. Tá an cúrsa ceoil seo dírithe ar mhúinteoirí agus daoine gur spéis leo na gnéithe éagsúla de cheol na hÉireann a fhiosrú agus a fhoghlam. Is í Maureen Mc Grattan, ceoltóir den scoth, a bhéas mar theagascóir agus í ag díriú ar thosnaitheoirí agus iad siúd ar mhaith leo níos mó dul chun cinn a dhéanamh. Beidh seisiún phraiticúil laethúil d’fhoinn simplí / rinncí ar an fheadóg agus ar an fhliút. Tabharfar sonraí ag léiriú na stíleanna éagsúla ar fud na tíre. Ní gá go mbeadh réamheolas nó cleachtadh ag an lucht páirte. Is féidir uirlisí a cheannach ó / Practice flutes can be bought from: Hammy Hamilton, Coolea, Co. Cork 026-45209 Mc Neill’s musical instruments, Capel St., Dublin 1 01- 8722159

Cúrsa Gaeilge/Irish Language Course

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 22/10/2010

Glencolmcille (Gleann Cholm Cille)
Oideas Gael Language courses are specially designed to cater for the needs of adults at all learning stages, including those who are more advanced but in need of practice. Each course contains three or more levels: Beginner, intermediate and advanced and is usually of one week’s duration. Class tuition is by specialist teachers who use graded courses, supported by modern audio-visual resources, as well as other proven methods of language teaching. The daily schedule consists of intensive morning and afternoon tutorials with attention directed towards spoken Irish (except for some units at the highest level), aiming at correct pronunciation, proper idiom and development of vocabulary, particularly of contemporary life. Our aim is to foster conversational ability and fluency, with some 35 language contact hours per course. Recreational activities such as dancing, poetry, or guest lectures take place each evening, after which participants are free to practise their Irish with people from all other levels while enjoying the craic in the local pubs. The Social format of the courses ensures that people attending on their own, quickly feel comfortable and at ease within the group. It has been the experience of the Directors that those who have completed a two-week programme succeed in achieving a marked improvement in fluency. Courses are officially recognised by the Department of Education.

Donegal Mardi Gras

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 23/10/2010

Donegal Town (Dún na nGall)
More details to come later.

The Bundoran Elvis Festival 2010

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 05/11/2010

Bundoran
The Elvis Tribute Artists will be back again for the third running bigger & better again more details to follow

Christmas Lights

info@donegaldirect.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:41 GMT

Date: 28/11/2010

Donegal Town (Dún na nGall)
The official switching on of the Christmas Lights in Donegal Town.