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Successful Concert in Clones
Successful Concert in Clones
The Protestant Hall in Clones, Co. Monaghan was full to its last seat, the
atmosphere joyous and the spirit high when Clones Church of Ireland Parish
last Saturday arranged a variety concert in aid of St Tighernach’s
Church Restoration Appeal. An audience of over two hundred enjoyed a varied
programme of entertainment, which appealed to young and old alike. The talent
among the performers was excellent and it was great to see so many young
people involved in music, singing and dancing.
The evening opened with a musical programme by the Sheridan family who won
several prizes in the fleadh in Cavan this summer. Five sisters and brothers
with extraordinary talent, who played, sang and danced with flair and gust.
Indeed the initiative to the concert was taken by Mr Gregory Sheridan and
his wife Patricia, and was organised by Mr Nigel Leech and Mr Stanley Hall.
The other performers were: Emer and Conner Quinn, Mr Ian Hall, Mr Roy Crowe
accompanied by Revd Dr Jean Mackrell, the well-known piper Mr Leslie Soden,
Irish Dancers, Scottish Highland Dancers from Maguiresbridge, Inver Flute
Band, and a comedy sketch by players from Derrylin. The MC for the evening
was Mr Wesley Graydon, who made everyone laugh and feel at ease. Refreshments
were served during the interval.
At the concert, a quilt made by Ms Eleanor Carleton was exhibited. Ms Carlton
had spent more than 300 hours in making the quilt and the work has taken
place over five months. The quilt is artistically and beautifully made in
pink and green. Ms Carlton generously donated the quilt to St Tighernach’s
Restoration Appeal and it is now the subject and prize of a competition.
The person who can guess how many squares are in it, will win this gorgeous
double bed quilt. Please contact the Revd Helene Steed, 047-56962, if you
want to enter the competition.
Clones Parish would like to thank all who attended the concert and all performers
for their support and for making the evening so enjoyable.
