The crafters at the An Ríocht AC based Oileain Beo / St. John of God, Castleisland are preparing to hold a Christmas market and sale of their produce.
This will be by way of a ‘Pop-up Shop’ in the NEWKD building on Main Street from 11am to 1pm on Friday, December 6th.
They will be selling all hand-made products including cards for all occasions and crafts and they insist on a ‘Cash Only’ policy please.
Twenty Years in Oileán Chiarraí
At the end of last July Oileán Beó St. John of God celebrated a 20 years of development, growth and togetherness in Castleisland.
The celebrations were held at An Ríocht Athletic Club and grounds where organisers and participants were delighted to welcome family and friends from their local community and agencies which have helped them get to where they are at today – 20 years on.
Oilean Beo is a community-based service for a small group of individuals who need a medium level of support. Its aim is to provide community based services and increased integration for the group being supported.
Seán Hanly Explained
Centre instructor and care staff member, Seán Hanly explained what the whole experience means since they all moved to Castleisland in 2004 an to An Ríocht two years later in 2006.
“I would like to acknowledge the wonderful connections we have made in the community over the past 20 years,” Mr. Hanly began.
“To the NEWKD for seeing our vision and partnering with us from the very start. You provided us with a home initially for our day service.
Over the years you have provided us with funding for training, sports and recreation.
Oileán Beó Craft Co-Op
Also for helping us setting up our Oileán Beó Craft Co-Op and piloting the Saoirse Advocacy Group which was fronted by Deborah Bermingham and Joanne Nelligan.
So thank you Eamon, Seán, Trisha, Jennifer and all staff in NEWKD.
Thank you to KETB for the providing our men and women the opportunities for learning and development and the wonderful tutors we have the pleasure of knowing in Michelle Anne Houlihan and Mary Swaine.
An Ríocht – Home Since 2006
To An Ríocht have provided us with our current home since 2006 we thank you for providing a wonderful space where we can be ourselves and be comfortable in our surroundings. To all the staff and management you go above and beyond.
Going forward we will keep our connections and make new ones and continue to work to the values of Saint John of God: Hospitality, Compassion and Respect,” Seán concluded.
You can support the concept and the crafters of Oileán Beó at their Christmas market and sale of seasonal gifts in their pop-up shop at the NEWKD base at No. 44 Main Street from 11am to 1pm on Friday, December 6th.
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