Young and old are benefiting from community initiatives in Slieverue which were showcased to Pride of Place judges this morning at St Mary’s Parish Hall.
Slieverue Youth Club, which has more than 50 members, offers a phone-free space where young people can enjoy sports, arts, crafts and social activities while building confidence and friendships.
Meanwhile, the Simply Singing choir performed for the judges, with choir director Catherine Grant telling KCLR News the group provides a welcoming social outlet for people of all abilities, particularly older people and those living alone.
KCLR News’ Martin Quilty spoke to Katherine Grant before their performance:
Martin also spoke with Laura Mooney who is the chairperson of Slieverue Youth Club.
The community was nominated in the well-being category. Marley Irish is a local artist, former HSE nurse and a member of Éigse Players drama group. She spoke to Martin about how drama can have a positive impact on a persons mental health.
Parish Priest Fr. Roderick Whearty who is only in the village for the last three years can see huge work being done by each individual group. He also told KCLR News’ Martin Quilty about how spiritual faith can really be beneficial to people.
The active retirement caters fore the older members of the community where they meet and take part in activities such as indoor bowls, knitting, bingo and the group also like to take trips away. Their chairperson Betty Walsh was also speaking to Martin Quilty this morning.
Here is some photos from the mornings events at St Marys Parish Hall.
