Community Diary (Duplicate)

Machinery Auction will take place this Thursday 21st August at 3pm at the GVM Tullamore Mart with viewing on Wednesday from 9am to 7pm. Approximately 300 lots on offer. For more info Contact Dermot Deegan on 085 132 6157

Athlone Castle Guided Tours of the Visitor Centre, Historical Garden and Wildflower Meadow, 19th to 24th August at 3pm each day, where nature and heritage bloom together. The Guided tour is included in the admission fee, but pre-booking is essential. For more details and to book visit www.athlonecastle.ie/events - Supported by the Heritage Council under the Irish Walled Towns Network 2025 Interpretation Fund.

National Ploughing Association are hosting an Organising Meeting which will be held on Wednesday, 20th August at 8:30pm in Tullamore Rugby Club. This is an open meeting and all are welcome to attend.

Waterways Ireland invites you to their Heritage, Biodiversity and Climate Open Day, This Friday, 12-7pm at Esker Arts Centre, Tullamore. Explore heritage displays, climate action updates and archive materials. Join our artist-led workshop, watch heritage short films, experience Virtual Reality and learn about recent conservation projects. Free entry. Followed by an evening with the Heritage Boat Association from 7-9pm with talks, film and presentations.

The 182nd Moate Agricultural Show. Sunday 24th August. Exhibition classes including horses, sheep, cattle, cookery, photography, crafts, Dog Show & Kids entertainment. Live music from Johnny Brady with Jiving Competition. Admission - Adults €15, OAPS €10 and Kids FREE. See moateshow.ie or Moate Agricultural Show on Social Media for more details.