This article is from page 22 of the 2014-07-08 edition of The Clare People. OCR mistakes are to be expected so download the original SWF or the rendered page 22 JPG
THE launch of the 27th annual South East Clare Show will take place in Bridgetown on Friday.
Details of the show, which takes place at the Bridgetown showgrounds on July 27, will be outlined at the official launch. There is a packed programme of events for this year’s show with visitors getting the chance to have their photo taken with the Liam McCarthy cup.
Show secretary Yvonne McNamara said the launch will give people a taste of what can be expected on the day.
“This evening will include some fun for children, a taste of what we have to offer on the day of our Show and the chance to meet Charlie The Great Dane Dog on the evening. The Liam McCarthy Cup will be present for some photo opportunities together with a possible appearance from the Clare Rose,” she explained.
This year the South East Clare Show have chosen Milford Care Centre as it’s charity of choice. The show committee hopes to present a donation after the Show to Milford, a centre that touches the hearts of so many people in the local community.
The society held its first show in 1990 and has grown annually in volume and popularity, now widely acknowledged as one of the top ten agricultural shows in Ireland.
Show Chairman Pat Hayes acknowledged the efforts of all those who contribute to making the show the success that it is.
“The show provides a showpiece for the best livestock, bloodstock, horticultural produce as well as crafts and home industry. It would also be equally important for me to acknowledge the efforts of the present committee who have spared no effort in preparation of this years show. To all the competitors sponsors, supporters, patrons and friends of the show I say a sincere thank you and wish you an enjoyable day on July 27,” he said.
This year’s event introduces plenty of new events and features families, children and patrons both in the leisure and competitive capacity.
The launch takes takes place in Bridgetown on Friday night, 8pm.