Gael Linn Celebrating 60 Years
July 15, 2013
Gael Linn are celebrating their 60th birthday this year and no better way to celebrate than with an evening of superb music and song in the National Concert Hall. The event will take place at 8pm 15 September 2013. Gael Linn who’s headquater’s are located in Dame street in the heart of Dublin was founded in 1953 and has been known since then as an entrepreneurial organisation. The main aim of the organisation is to foster and promote the Irish language and its heritage throughout Ireland as a living language and as an expression of identity. They organise many Irish language events around Ireland. It is very fitting that this event is held in the National Concert Hall as in the past few years the National Concert Hall has been the venue for Siansa Gael Linn. Siansa Gael Linn is one of the country’s most prestigious competitions for young traditional Irish music and singing groups. Siansa provides a platform for talented teenage groups who aim to emulate and on the night one of those groups ‘Téada’ are retuning for a wonderful performance. Téada, now firmly established as one of Irish music's leading exponents on the international world music stage, continues to be driven by a fascination with the timeless, expressive force of traditional tunes inherited from previous generations of musicians. The group include fille player Oisín Mac Diarmada, Paul Finn on button accordion, Tristan Rosenstock on bodhrán, flute player Damien Stenson, Seán Mc Elwain on bouzouki/guitar and the renowned West Kerry accordion player Séamus Begley. Other special guests include ‘T with the Maggies’ who all come from the same corner of Co. Donegal and all have illustrious career histories. T with the Maggies are Tríona & Maighread Ní Dhomhnaill, Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh & Moya Brennan with each individual bringing a unique and varied interpretation of their musical heritage but the result is one of the finest ever amalgamations of Irish female voices.
Tickets: €30, €25 & €20 Box Office 01-417 0000 / www.nch.ie
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Scrabble competition in Irish
July 12, 2013
Age: 12-15
Organised by Déaglan agus Malachaí
12th July, 2:00-3:30pm
in Loughrea's Irish Centre, Gaeilge Locha Riach
€30 euro voucher for winner
Participants to speak Irish only- English=disqualification!
Eolas — Info: 091 870718 | oifig@lochariach.com
Each participant needs a note from a parent/guardian confirming that they will be collected at 3.30, an emergency contact number, permission to use photos taken for publicity reasons agus that it is understood that Gaeilge Locha Riach is not responsible for anyone leaving the building during the competition or before being collected.
Gaeilge Locha Riach
091 870718 | oifig@lochariach.com | www.lochariach.com
Mayo teacher sought to work in this year’s Gaeltacht in Canada
July 12, 2013
An opportunity to see some of Canada … a week teaching Irish will pay your way … make what you will of it!
Gnó Mhaigh Eo and Gaeltacht Thuaisceart an Oileán Úir (The North American Gaeltacht) are giving an opportunity to a Gaeilgeoir from or living in Mayo to work in Canada as a teacher for a week as part of their Summer Course from the 11th-18th August, with their travel and accommodation provided.
Gaeltacht Thuaisceart an Oileán Úir is situated in Tamworth Ontario, it opened on June 16 2007, when a group of people with a great fondness for the language and culture decided to buy a plot of land to create the first Gaeltacht outside of Ireland. Their aim is to have an area where Irish is spoken as a community language and to provide an opportunity for people to immerse themselves in all aspects of Irish culture.
A variety of people from different backgrounds attend the courses at this Gaeltacht, people who’s descendants originated from Ireland, and even people who have no attatchment to Ireland but have a “grá” for our language and culture. Gaeltacht Thuaisceart an Oileán Úir does it’s best to immerse every student in all aspects of Irish culture – language, sport, dance, music, food, folklore, and they provide classes and workshops in all of these areas during their summer course.
Gaeltacht Thuaisceart an Oileán Úir have strong links with Mayo, with Mayo people having travelled there for the past three years and members of their Gaeltacht community attending events in Mayo. A number of years ago one member of their community spent six weeks learning Irish in Ceathrú Thaidhg, and another spent three weeks in Tuar Mhic Éadaigh last year.
If you are over 21 years of age, have fluent Irish, experience in teaching and organising fun activities and are interested in being part of the Gaeltacht Thuaisceart an Oileán Úir 2013 experience, send your CV with a covering letter explaining what you can contribute to this year’s Gaeltacht course to gno@gnomhaigheo.ie by Friday 19th July.
Gaeilge Locha Riach
091 870718 | oifig@lochariach.com | www.lochariach.com
(Gaeilge) Treoir maidir le Costas Maireachtála Mac Léinn 2013/14 Institiúid Teicneolaíochta Bhaile Átha Cliath (DIT) eisithe
July 11, 2013
Pobal na Gaeilge at centre of Europe’s largest Agricultural Show
July 10, 2013
24 September 2013 – 26 September 2013
President Michael D. Higgins will officially open the 82nd National Ploughing Championships on Tuesday 24th September 2013.
This year’s Championships is returning to its roots after seventy years and will take place in Ratheniska, Stradbally in Co Laois with hundreds of events and competition taking place until Thursday 26th September.
Another special feature to this year’s championships includes “Pobal na Gaeilge” grand marquee and for the first time ever the Irish language will take centre stage at the National Ploughing Championships with an entire marquee dedicated to Gaeilge.
The National Ploughing is an empire which has played a significant role in promoting and highlighting the plight of Irish Agriculture since 1931. In recent years this event has become one of Europe’s largest outdoor exhibitions and Agricultural Trade Shows the National Ploughing Championships attracts on average 1,100 exhibitors and 189,000 visitors. Exhibitors include major to family run local businesses around the country and in recent years Government Departments have become regular exhibitors.
This huge agricultural event attracts thousands of people from all age groups and individuals, famalies, community groups, schoolgoups and farmers alike can enjoy three days of showcasing from the agricultural sector and interaction with other rural communities around the country.
Up to twelve Irish language organisation and groups and individuals who deal with a wide range of Irish language services, resources and goods have combined forces and “Pobal na Gaeilge” will showcase the Irish language in a different light
These groups and organisations include Gael Linn, Ógras, Oideas Gael, An Spáilpín Fanach, Údarás na Gaeltachta Comhchoiste Náisiúnta na gColáistí Samhraidh (CONCOS), Oireachtas na Gaeilge, , Glór na nGael Foras na Gaeilge, Coláiste UISCE, TG4 and Comhdháil Náisiúnta na Gaeilge
Many of the stands will showcase services, goods and information relating to events in local communities, sport, Irish language courses and gatherings, summer courses plus the public can purchase goods and various products which include Irish language resources, t-shirts and hoody’s, games, posters, books, Fáinne plus much more.
Visitors are welcome to come along and experience a wonderful taste of Irish language in Pobal na Gaeilge where events include entertainment from various well-known performers, music, dance, fun, competitions, CD launch and the launch of a new on-line bilingual digital service plus many other enjoyable activities.
'Pobal na Gaeilge' will be open to the public whether you are an fluent Irish speakers or just have Cúpla focal feel free to drop in.
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Decision made regarding the core-funded Irish language voluntary sector
July 10, 2013
A final decision regarding the new funding system for the Irish language voluntary sector was made at a meeting of the North South Ministerial Council (NSMC) held in Armagh today, 10th July 2013.
In June 2013, Ministers discussed Foras na Gaeilge’s review of core funding and it was agreed that a further meeting of the NSMC Language Body will be held as soon as possible but not later than September in order to bring the process to a conclusion.
It has now been agreed, based on the new funding model proposed by Foras na Gaeilge last year, that 6 lead organisations operating on an all-island basis will deliver the following strategic priorities:
- Irish-medium education
- Irish language in English-medium education
- Language-centred community and economic development
- Language use
- Language awareness
- Youth networks
As well as the aforementioned themes, a new funding model for public radio services will be developed and funding for the provision of Irish language resources will continue through An tÁisaonad Lán-Ghaeilge, located in St. Mary’s University College, Belfast.
The CNCM has also recommended the establishment of an all-island partnership forum, including the heads of each of the 6 lead organisations, that will be responsible for sector strategies and promotion.
An all-island language development forum will also be established under the new model. This forum will made up of groups and public bodies funded by Foras na Gaeilge and will report to to the partnership forum on all matters relating to the sector’s work ón the ground.
At a NSCM meeting in March of this year, Ministers agreed to extend the existing core funding arrangements to 31 December 201 and it has now been agreed that these terms will now be extended to July 2014 when the new structure will come into force.
Speaking today about the NSMC decision, Director of Comhdháil Náisiúnta na Gaeilge, Kevin De Barra said: “After five long years of uncertainty, we haven’t learned all that much today, as these are the same themes we have been discussing with Foras na Gaeilge for quite a while. We have yet to understand how this links into the 20 Year Strategy for the Irish language, or what language planning model it is founded upon.”
“Meetings have been arranged between the organisations and Foras na Gaeilge for next week, and we hope that further information will be forthcoming at that time. As we are still in the dark in relation to the overall strategy behind this decision, it is difficult as yet to ascertain what advantages can be gained from asking organisations to compete with one another, and it is difficult to understand how this will be to the benefit of the Irish language”.
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Foras na Gaeilge Press Release 10/07/2013
July 10, 2013
Dioplóma sa Phleanáil agus Buanú Teanga
July 10, 2013
The National University of Ireland, Galway (NUI Galway) in association with Údarás na Gaeltachta are offering individuals the opportunity to undertake a Diploma in Irish Language Planning and Preservation (Dioplóma sa Phleanáil agus Buanú Teanga). This course would be a great advantage to those working with the Irish language sector and individuals working on a national level and implementing the 20 year strategy for the Irish language. This Diploma is open to the public at large but in particular those working with the development of language sectors, or individuals working with language development within Gaeltacht areas or working with the Irish language sector on a national level. Applicants must have the following: *Excellent standard of both written and oral Irish *Candidates must have a computer and internet access as parts of this this course will be on-line. Fee: €990 per anumn, however a discount is available and those who reserve a place on-line before Friday 16th August 2013 will only have to pay €750. The closing date for all applications is Friday, 23rd August 2013. All application must be made online.
For further information regarding this Diploma contact: Éamon Ó Cofaigh, ag: eamon.ocofaigh@oegaillimh.ie nó 091-493802
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Summer Reading Challenge for young people
July 4, 2013
Tá dúshlán léitheoireachta Gaeilge speisialta á reáchtáil ag Gaeilge Locha Riach i gcomhar le Leabharlann Bhaile Locha Riach* mar chuid de Scéim Léitheoireachta an tSamhraidh 2013.
Tá an dúshlán léitheoireachta Gaeilge seo dírithe ar na haoisghrúpaí 5-12 agus tá sé i gceist go ndéanfaidh na páistí ceithre leabhar a léamh i nGaeilge le linn na míonna Meitheamh, Iúil agus Lúnasa agus go ndéanfaidh siad léirmheas scríofa gearr maidir le gach leabhar a léifear. Is féidir leis na páistí is óige pictiúr bunaithe ar an scéal a tharraingt. Glacfar leis na léirmheasanna go dtí 31 Lúnasa 2013.
Tabharfaidh foireann na leabharlainne Foirm Léirmheasta amach le gach leabhar agus cuideoidh siad le páistí teacht ar leabhair Ghaeilge a oireann d’aoisghrúpa agus do chumas léitheoireachta an pháiste**. Bronnfar teastais léitheoireachta speisialta ar gach páiste atá páirteach sa scéim léitheoireachta ag ócáid speisialta roimh dheireadh na bliana agus beidh duais speisialta (an ríomhléitheoir Amazon Kindle) ag dul don dhá léirmheas is fearr ar fad agus déanfar iad a chraoladh le cur ar an Idirlíon.
Tá Comhar Creidmheasa Naomh Breandáin (le deimhniú) ag déanamh urraíocht ar cheann de na ríomhléitheoirí Amazon Kindle.
Summer Reading in Irish Challenge
This is a special reading in Irish challenge organised by Gaeilge Locha Riach in conjunction with Loughrea Library* to coincide with the 2013 Summer Reading Challenge.
This challenged is aimed at the 5-12 age group. The challenge for children is to read four books in Irish over June, July and August and to complete a written review of each book read. Younger children can draw a picture based on the book read. Entries (reviews) will be accepted up to the 31st of August.
The library staff will hand out a Review Form with each book and will advise regarding books suited to each child’s ability**. Each participating child will be awarded a special certificate of achievement at a special award ceremony before the year is out and a special prize (Amazon Kindle e-reader) will be awarded for the best two reviews which will also be recorded live for the Internet.
Naomh Breandáin Credit Union are sponsoring one of the Amazon Kindle e-readers.
Nótaí / Notes:
*Tá leabharlanna eile in Oirthear na Gaillimhe in ann leabhair Ghaeilge a fháil duit ach iad a iarraidh. Tarlaíonn sé go bhfuil an leabharlannaí agus a foireann i Leabharlann Bhaile Locha Riach iontach cabhrach i dtacú le páistí atá ag léamh i rith an tsamhraidh agus tugann siad cuidiú is spreagadh do na paistí leabhair Ghaeilge a roghnú. Tá Leabharlann Ghráig na Muilte Iarainn an-chabhrach fosta. / Take out books from any of the East Galway libraries or contact the office for advice on how to join in. The librarian and staff in Loughrea Library are particularily proactive in helping children participate and choose books in Irish. Woodford Library equally so.
**Iarr aon leabhar Gaeilge nach bhfuil ar fáil sa leabharlann ar Ghaeilge Locha Riach. / If there’s a book you want in particular which cannot be found/ordered in your library please come to Gaeilge Locha Riach.
*** Léirmheasanna samplacha: http://www.gaeilge.ie/Books/Book_Reviews_List.asp
*** Sample reviews: http://www.gaeilge.ie/Books/Book_Reviews_List.asp?lang=en
Education and Training Boards replace VECs
July 2, 2013
Major reform will deliver more than €2m savings annually
The Minister for Education and Skills, Ruairí Quinn T.D., has today announced the establishment of 16 new Education and Training Boards (ETBs), that will replace the 33 Vocational Education Committees (VECs).
Minister Quinn said: “Today marks a new era for education and training in Ireland. The new ETBs will strengthen locally managed education and enhance the scale of local education and training. This represents a major component of the public service transformation agenda. At a time when the need for training and reskilling has never been more important, it is crucial to provide appropriate programmes and courses that offer students and learners the best opportunities to progress. We must do all of this while providing value for money to the taxpayer.”
This major reform will reduce the number of Chief Executive Officers in line with the number of bodies and full year savings are estimated at €2.1m.
The new configuration paves the way for exciting new provisions that will provide for the establishment of SOLAS, the dissolution of FÁS and the transfer of training functions to the newly formed Education and Training Boards. The Further Education and Training Bill 2013 to provide for the establishment of SOLAS will be enacted this month. It is envisaged that SOLAS will be formally established before the end of this year.
As part of the change, the Irish Vocational Educational Authority will change its name to Education and Training Boards Ireland (ETBI). ETBI will represent the Education and Training Boards and promote their interests.
“I want to pay tribute to all stakeholders – staff, councillors, managers, parents, teachers and students – who will be instrumental in ensuring the success of the Education and Training Boards,” Minister Quinn said.
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