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IT IS just days away from one of the largest annual days of celebration in the town of Kilrush – St Patrick’s Day. This year like others, the day would not be complete without the traditional parade through the town.
Once again the Kilrush Chamber of Commerce will be organising the event on the day – March 17.
“It is our hope that we can continue to build on the huge success of the past, in creating a parade that en- compasses and celebrates all aspects of our west Clare community that is enjoyable and interesting for all the
family,” said newly elected president of the Chamber of Commerce Karen WW toe-bee
The optional theme for this year’s parade is ‘Are you right there Michael?’ allowing participants to let their imaginations run wild as they decide on costumes and floats.
The parade will be judged under three categories, including musical entertainment; the St Patrick’s Day theme and the children’s category.
There are also three overall prizes including Best Junior Category, Best Senior Category and Best Overall Parade Character.
Those who venture out for a day
of festivities can look forward to a live music in the Square from 2pm to 4pm.
For those who still have some en- ergy left the Four Courts Céili Band will also be playing in Kilrush Youth Centre from 4pm to 7pm.
“It’s a guaranteed fun day for all the family. We look forward to see- ing you all on the day,’ said Ms Whelan.
The assembly for the parade is at 2pm at the Millennium Park (oppo- site Glynn’s Mill), Francis St, Kil- Mets oF
Meanwhile the Miltown Malbay St Patrick’s Day parade will be held
at 2.45pm on the same day from the GAA pitch.
The theme for this year’s parade 1s “Cultures of Europe” and as always there is huge interest and a great days entertainment guaranteed for all the Je Deen ens
This is the 10th parade in succes- sion in Miltown. There will be prizes for best float, best walking group and an adjudicators prize. There will also be a raffle to help defray the running costs of the parade with excellent prizes of “dinner for four in local well known restaurants” and the well known usual third prize of “a year’s supply of toilet rolls”!