http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/ Latest from the online edition en-gb Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:55:56 +0000 Copyright (C) 2010 Clyde and Forth Press Ltd http://www.clydeandforthmedia.co.uk/feeds/ 78 http://www.clydeandforthmedia.co.uk/furniture/wme_logo_500x75.png http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/ It doesn’t seem so long ago since race goers were looking forward to the first Kilbeggan Races of the year. After three years of floods and people contemplating building a new equivalent of Noah’s Ark this summer brought a great improvement weather wise, as Kilbeggan was bathed in sunshine for a number of the important meetings. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/09/01/3999632-kilbeggan-races-finale-on-friday/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/09/01/3999632-kilbeggan-races-finale-on-friday/ Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:30:00 +0100 What's On The newly formed Little Brother Productions - a new amateur theatre group in Mullingar, is staging their first ever production - Neil Simon’s hilariously funny ‘Plaza Suite’, which opens tonight in Mullingar Arts Centre and runs until Friday, September 3. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/09/01/3999631-plaza-suite-opens-tonight-in-mullingar-arts-centre/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/09/01/3999631-plaza-suite-opens-tonight-in-mullingar-arts-centre/ Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:30:00 +0100 What's On A day which promises to be the “Destination Sport” of the arts and culture world in Westmeath, and which takes place on Friday, September 24, was officially launched at the County Buildings in Mullingar on Tuesday of last week. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/09/01/3999629-countdown-to-culture-night-begins-in-style/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/09/01/3999629-countdown-to-culture-night-begins-in-style/ Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:30:00 +0100 What's On ‘Sleepless Street’ is the new album from local musician, 26-year-old Peter Doran from Clonmore, who has been playing music for as long as he can remember. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/09/01/3999630-sleepless-street--new-album-by-pete-doran/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/09/01/3999630-sleepless-street--new-album-by-pete-doran/ Wed, 01 Sep 2010 14:30:00 +0100 What's On Revolver are playing The Stables in Mullingar in Friday August 27 to promote the release of their album ‘Hypnotic’ along with Mullingar band Redcub. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/25/3999507-revolver-and-redcub-at-the-stables/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/25/3999507-revolver-and-redcub-at-the-stables/ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:30:00 +0100 What's On The Defence Forces 4th Field Artillery Regiment are celebrating over 50 years of distinguished service with the United Nations this year, and to celebrate, Columb Barracks in Mullingar will hold an Open Day this Sunday, August 29. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/25/3999506-columb-barracks-hosting-open-day-on-sunday/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/25/3999506-columb-barracks-hosting-open-day-on-sunday/ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:30:00 +0100 What's On The Raconteurs co-founder, Brendan Benson returns to Ireland and will play the Stables, Mullingar as part of his nationwide tour in October. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/25/3999504-brendan-benson-of-the-raconteurs-en-route-to-mullingar/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/25/3999504-brendan-benson-of-the-raconteurs-en-route-to-mullingar/ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:30:00 +0100 What's On ‘Lost Possession’ is the first single from The Aftermath’s new sophomore album due for release on Thursday, September 2nd in Dalys Bar, Mullingar. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/25/3999502-new-single-on-the-way-from-the-aftermath/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/25/3999502-new-single-on-the-way-from-the-aftermath/ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:30:00 +0100 What's On Mullingar Choral Society begins its autumn season on Monday, September 6 with enrolment at Colaiste Mhuire at 7.45pm. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/25/3999500-mullingar-choral-society-elects-new-president/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/25/3999500-mullingar-choral-society-elects-new-president/ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:30:00 +0100 What's On Wed. August 25 Blood Transfusion Service clinic at Mullingar Park, 5 p.m. - 8.30 p.m. Brendan Grace at Hotel Castlepollard; details: 044 9661194. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/25/3999497-whats-on-aug-24-to-sept-3/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/25/3999497-whats-on-aug-24-to-sept-3/ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:30:00 +0100 What's On Mullingar’s Rail Theatre Company is to once again feature at this year’s Electric Picnic festival in the beautiful grounds of the Stradbally Estate, County Laois. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/25/3999488-mullingar-to-go-off-the-rails-at-electric-picnic/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/25/3999488-mullingar-to-go-off-the-rails-at-electric-picnic/ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 09:30:00 +0100 What's On A specially convened meeting of Rochfortbridge Development Group will take place in the Parish Hall on Thursday, August 19 to discuss a proposal for a new bus stop in the village. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/18/3999388-special-meeting-of-rochfortbridge-development-committee/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/18/3999388-special-meeting-of-rochfortbridge-development-committee/ Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:30:00 +0100 What's On An open invitation has been extended to the people of Westmeath to celebrate the county’s official launch of Culture Night 2010. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/18/3999310-launch-of-westmeath-culture-night-2010/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/18/3999310-launch-of-westmeath-culture-night-2010/ Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:30:00 +0100 What's On We Go Go are a four-piece alternative rock band Mullingar http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/18/3999308-we-go-gos-set-for-first-tour/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/18/3999308-we-go-gos-set-for-first-tour/ Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:30:00 +0100 What's On Brendan’s material owes more to the best of the traditional stand-up-comics http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/18/3999305-its-a-funny-old-world-with-brendan-grace/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/18/3999305-its-a-funny-old-world-with-brendan-grace/ Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:30:00 +0100 What's On It’s that time of year again: when those curious about our town and county’s past descend on various attractions of historical and cultural note, to mark National Heritage Week (August 21-29). http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/18/3999303-the-rough-guide-to-heritage-week-in-westmeath/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/18/3999303-the-rough-guide-to-heritage-week-in-westmeath/ Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:30:00 +0100 What's On The annual Rolling Rally will make its way from Dublin to Mullingar this weekend before travelling on to Ballynacargy for a fun-filled Saturday afternoon. The Killucan barge will be arriving at the Piper’s Boreen at 1.30pm this Friday before travelling on to the Harbour opposite Loretto College where it will be met by a welcome committee of local VIPS. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/18/3999385-anchors-away-for-sailing-weekend-/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/18/3999385-anchors-away-for-sailing-weekend-/ Wed, 18 Aug 2010 09:30:00 +0100 What's On With record numbers in attendance at last year’s Billy Mac Mega Concert in aid of the Carer’s Association, this year’s event is gearing up to be another mega hit! http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/11/3999161-billy-macs-mega-concert/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/11/3999161-billy-macs-mega-concert/ Wed, 11 Aug 2010 17:30:00 +0100 What's On The Irish Board of Speech, Drama and Acting is setting up a Training School in Mullingar, http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/11/3999160-performing-arts-training-school/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/11/3999160-performing-arts-training-school/ Wed, 11 Aug 2010 17:30:00 +0100 What's On There are whispers that Belvedere House has received an approach from well known celebrity David Hasslehoff regarding the possibilities of staging an outdoor concert later this year with his band including both his daughters. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/11/3999191-the-hoff-considering-midlands-for-big-show/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/11/3999191-the-hoff-considering-midlands-for-big-show/ Wed, 11 Aug 2010 17:01:00 +0100 What's On Westmeath will be ably represented at this weekend’s All Ireland Fleadh which will return to Cavan for the first time in 56 years. The strong Westmeath contingent will be representing Leinster after winning at the province finals and Castletown Geoghegan song bird Kathryn Nea will be hoping to take her third consecutive title in the English Ladies Singing (15-18). Former English Ladies singing champion Doreen Farrelly (nee Masterson) will be returning to the Fleadh but as a judge instead of as a competitor. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/11/3999185-countdown-to-cavan-fleadh/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/11/3999185-countdown-to-cavan-fleadh/ Wed, 11 Aug 2010 17:01:00 +0100 What's On If you’ve wanted to try sculpture, but never had the chance; if you’ve wanted to dance but were afraid to try; or if you’ve ever wanted to do more with your camera than take pictures of your own fingers, now might be the chance to break out, and see what you can achieve - all at a very affordable cost. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/11/3999169-getting-arty--at-an-affordable-cost/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/11/3999169-getting-arty--at-an-affordable-cost/ Wed, 11 Aug 2010 17:00:00 +0100 What's On Revellers can strut their stuff to the hottest acts http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/11/3999159-get-your-diamante-encrusted-wellies-at-the-ready-/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/11/3999159-get-your-diamante-encrusted-wellies-at-the-ready-/ Wed, 11 Aug 2010 09:30:00 +0100 What's On Wednesday August 4 Annual Castlepollard 5K Road Race, 8 p.m. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/04/3999017-whats-on/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/04/3999017-whats-on/ Wed, 04 Aug 2010 17:30:00 +0100 What's On A cavalcade of between 120 and 150 motorcycles will cross three counties on Saturday next, August 7 - including several towns and villages in Westmeath - in aid of North Westmeath Hospice and the Longford branch of the Alzheimer's Society of Ireland. http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/04/3999003-threecounty-charity-bike-run-to-do-a-circuit-of-westmeath/ http://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/whatson/roundup/articles/2010/08/04/3999003-threecounty-charity-bike-run-to-do-a-circuit-of-westmeath/ Wed, 04 Aug 2010 17:30:00 +0100 What's On