5 MINUTES WITH - HARRY KERR

Harry Kerr is originally from Scotland and has been living in Inishowen for 8 years with Martha, his wife and business partner. Before moving to Buncrana Harry, worked as a graphic designer and photographer for Scotland’s largest Museum, the Summer Lee Heritage Trust before moving on to become a Technical Instructor for fine art at the Glasgow School of Art. He and Martha now run the highly respected Memory Factory Photographic Workshop in the centre of Buncrana.


What music do you like?
I have a varied range. I enjoy the likes of John Martyn and just missed him playing at McGrorys in Culdaff last time he was here. I also enjoy classical music and I pretend to know a bit about it.

What would you never throw away?
Photographs, good, bad or otherwise. Photographs are important when they are first taken, then generally get forgotten. It’s good when a photo re-appears years later and their true value is recognised.

What book are you reading?
I have just finished All the King’s Men by Robert Penn. It’s been made into a film starring Sean Penn and Jude Law. The story is about the life of populist American Southerner Willie Stark and loosely based on Governor Huey Long of Louisiana

What was your favourite childhood game?
When I was a wee boy I would get up to the usual physical stuff that the pre- daytime television or computer game generation would do. I was the youngest in the house of three brothers and one sister so spent years coming last at games, especially ones that included a ball.

What section of the newspaper do you turn to first?
I don’t read the printed news…. I am on the computer a lot and have a ticker tape style news headline list running on the corner of the screen. It gives me up to date world news and if something catches my attention, I’ll click on it.

What is your idea of a good night out?
I enjoy a good meal out. I was spoilt for choice when I lived in Glasgow and London and like to think I know a good restaurant when I see one. My favourite at the moment is the Sunrise Indian restaurant in Buncrana.

Most embarrassing moment of your life?
It varies from day to day…..The one that springs to mind was at the Sanctuary rail in Letterkenny Cathedral recently. I was taking photographs at a wedding with at least four hundred guests attending. The mass was just over and the bride and groom were about to sign the register when my phone went off. The ringtone was “I will walk 500 miles” by the Proclaimers. I ran to the door and threw the phone outside.

Have you a favourite TV programme?
I really enjoyed a series called Westwing. The program was made between 1999 and 2006 (I have the DVD’s). It was years ahead if its time. Lost is quite good fun but they have lost the plot a bit this series.

How do you relax?
When I am left to my own devices I like silence or a bit of opera, something like Tosca.

What job did you want to do when you were a child?
I wanted to be an astronaut or a train driver, most children of my age group aspired to these professions. I used to sit on my coal shed at night with a telescope looking up at the moon. I treasured my Fisher Space Pen, remember those?

Where would you like to go for your holidays?
I enjoy cities so regular holidays would be going to European cities like Florence, Milan or Barcelona. It would be fantastic to visit the world’s emblematic man-made structures too, such as the Pyramids and the ancient Inca site of Machu Picchu in Peru.

Your idea of heaven?
It would be the very earthly experience of walking the dogs in the woods on a nice spring or autumn day.

What famous people would you invite around for dinner and why?
The theoretical physicist Robert Oppenheimer who is remebered for being the father of the atomic bomb. He headed the team that first tested the bomb in the Trinity test in New Mexico. Oppenheimer famously quoted the Bhagavad Gita: “If the radiance of a thousand suns were to burst at once into the sky, that would be like the splendor of the mighty one. Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds.” He did loads of other work that isn’t as well known such as research into black holes and quantum field theories.

Favourite animal?
I have two of them. Two Dalmatians, twin sisters Flash and Leica.

Biggest fear?
Trading my clogs in… It puts everything else into perspective…

The world’s most irritating invention?
Badly spelt text messages, Txt spk.

What is your idea of a good night in?
A big fire, a good film and a half decent bottle of red wine.

Do you have a hobby?
I have never understood the idea of hobbies. What my wife and I do now is part of our lives and who we are. I don’t have the need for anything to fill my time.

Which period in history would you most like to have lived through?
This one. It would be tempting to say in the past to meet people like Leonardo da Vinci but then again when you think of the open sewers, pestilence, plague and famine. No thanks…

World’s most useful invention?
Moveable type and the printing press. These gave us mass produced books and the dissemination of information.

What do you have for breakfast?
Toast if there’s time…

What couldn’t you live without?
If it’s things you are talking about, they are very over rated. I think it’s more important to have an understanding of people. That is where inspiration comes from.

5 MINUTES WITH - KATHRYN O'CALLAGHAN

Originally from Dublin, Kathryn O’Callaghan has been living on the outskirts of Carndonagh for three years with Seamus (her partner) and her two children. Kathryn got involved with the Inishowen Gospel Choir and it’s sister group, the Specular Choir when it began and their popularity has grown to such an extent that most of her time is spent managing the group. Their highlights this year include a recent appearance at the green Futures Field at Glastonbury and critically acclaimed performances with Duke Special and Foy Vance. They have also travelled to France, Poland and England and just returned from a spot in the Spiegel Tent in Dublin at the Fringe Festival. Kathryn loves delving into the wonderful world of wacky choirs and is looking forward to their next performance in McGrory’s in Culdaff on the 2nd of October. Billed as A Concert For India it also has performances from the Henry Girls and Spirit of Jazz.

BBC Northern Ireland will be at McGrory’s to film the choir for a programme called “Festival Nights” which will be shown on the 20th October. This is to highlight the Queen’s Festival in Belfast on the 25th October, where they will be performing at a concert called Urban Hymns with an array of special guests.


What music do you like?
All sorts, from blues to jazz, trad to classical, the list is endless.

What would you never throw away?
My children – I’m far too attached to them.

What book are you reading?
I don’t have much time for reading anything other than children’s books. My time is taken up with the family and choir. If I do get a minute, it’s usually to flick through a Homes and Garden magazine.

What was your favourite childhood game?
Repeating every word my friends would say until it drove them demented – I found this fiendishly funny.

Have you been to the cinema recently, what did you see and was it any good?
Kung Fu Panda with my two young boys. I found it surprisingly funny. Anything that manages to make a snake doing kung fu look cool is quite an achievement!

What section of the newspaper do you turn to first?
I usually start at the beginning, unless something earth shattering has occurred, most of my reading time is generally spent on the arts and culture section.

What is your idea of a good night out?
Going to see a good gig with friends. I enjoy any live performance. The last one I saw was La Clique Circus, which is like an old Burlesque show from the 1930’s. It has wonderfully endearing characters like the Norwegian Rubber Man, who passes his body through two stringless badminton rackets and an act called the Naked Man and Woman, who just wandered around the audience.

Most embarrassing moment of your life?
I have a couple. As a child I was helping to groom a horse, when my older cousins pulled a prank on me. I was a bit naïve and they sent me up to the neighbour’s house to ask them if I could borrow a jar of elbow grease! The latest was when we did a gig at Glastonbury near a Permaculture café. We thought it would be a good idea to do an impromptu session among the trees near the Permaculture café but due to space restrictions ended up performing in a bush, literally! It was probably the worst and funniest gig we’ve done to date! Thankfully, we had a few proper gigs over there as well to make up for it!

Have you a favourite TV programme?
Not really, I don’t tend to watch a lot of television. If I look at a screen it’s usually for e-mails.

How do you relax?
Listening to music and gardening. I have just planted a mixed hedge, which should give us a bit of shelter from the North winds when it grows.

What job did you want to do when you were a child?
First, to become a vet, then an artist, then a rocket scientist…I’m still dreaming.

Where would you like to go for your holidays?
Cuba for the history, music and culture – although I’ve heard the food’s a bit dodge so may have to bring a few packed lunches with me.

Your idea of heaven?
Being stuck in a lift with Johnny Depp.

Your idea of hell?
Being stuck in a lift with elevator music playing.

What famous people would you invite around for dinner and why?
Nina Simone so she could hopefully teach me how to sing the Blues in 10 easy steps. The Biologist, Richard Dawkins for a good debate, Jonathan Ross so there’d be no gaps in the conversation and Darina Allen so she could cook the dinner.

Favourite animal?
Anything belonging to the cat family (as long as those over 10lbs are sedated)

What couldn't you live without?
My gorgeous family…and my toothbrush (the former relies on the latter!).

Biggest fear?
Not achieving to the best of my ability.

Biggest thrill?
Ahem…lots, but none suitable to print.

The world's most irritating invention?
Foam containers for hot drinks – a menace to the planet, which also require people to risk life and limb opening them.

What is your idea of a good night in?
Having the famous people mentioned above around for dinner.

Do you have a hobby?
Mmm, it’s called my life.

Biggest disappointment?
Finding out the Big Fella didn’t exist when I asked for a horse for Christmas.

Which period in history would you most like to have lived through?
The period of creation, so I could tell my four year old how it all happened, and generally any period excluding the eighties – I’d rather not have been exposed to such fashion faux pas.

World's most useful invention?
Men and dishwashers in equal measures, they’re both useful and inextricably linked.

What do you have for breakfast?
When I’m feeling healthy – fresh fruit, when I’m not – lots of tea and toast with blackberry jam.

What is the best piece of advice you have been given?
“Always try your best”/”Don’t forget to feed the cat”

Personal philosophy?
Try not to get misquoted by the media.

CULDAFF AND GLENEELY EDITORIAL 08

Culdaff beach

QUOTES

“Letting the jackdaws loose in the class was a real giggle, although Ms O’kane, the teacher, didn’t think so at the time” Patsie McLaughlin from Gleneely reminiscing about his school days


“Everyone in Culdaff is delighted to see the Blue Flag return to the beach” Sean Beattie- author and historian

IN A NUTSHELL

Gleneely and Culdaff are both attractions in Inishowen but for different reasons. The picturesque and lively village of Culdaff is a place where tourists and locals flock to on a sunny day. There is nothing like soaking up the rays on the fabulous Blue Flag beach and making good use of the local shops, restaurants and bars. Gleneely is more inland so people who visit go for the hill walking and the fascinating array of old standing stones and areas of national historical importance. The beautiful areas surrounding Culdaff and Gleneely are also perfect for fishing, both in the rivers and sea.


FAMOUS FOLK

Charles Macklin was a man who left his troubled native land of Inishowen to make his name abroad. He found fame as actor, author and theatre manager. Through his long and turbulent career he retained a great love for his homeland. Some of his works include: King Henry VII (1746) (also called The Popish Imposter), The True Born Irishman and The Man of the World.

Brian Bonner. Author who’s books include: Our Inis Eoghain Heritage, Where Aileach Guards and That Audacious Traitor.

Sean Beattie. Writer, historian and in charge of the Donegal annual There are over 500 articles on Donegal history in Donegal Annual a superb source for Donegal Research. journal first published in 1947. His excellent books include: Book of Inistrahull Ancient Monuments of Inishowen Thomas d'Arcy McGee Commemoratio

Bernard McGuinness- The Fine Gael Councellor was recently elected chairperson of Inishowen Electoral Area Committee. He was the first local councillor to speak out against the proposed reduction of services at Malin Head Coast Guard station.



ST BUADAN
The area around Gleneely and Culdaff is steeped in ancient history, from Stone Age tombs to standing stone circles and early Christian Crosses. It is indeed, a place apart which captivates the imagination.
St. Buadan, a native of Inis Eoghain, came up the river from Gleneely to Culdaff to seek a place of solitude and peace. Here he founded a monastery, which became a centre of culture and missionary activity between Inishowen and Scotland.

When Buadan came to Culdaff it was completely wooded and the river was at certain places much wider. On the top of the height now known as Ardmore he cleared the trees and shrubs, and a crude form of shelter was built. Later a church and other buildings appeared. A distinctive feature was the two fords located so closely together. The people who lived around had noted this and gave the place the name, which it still bears, Cuil da Ath-the corner of the two fords.

A holy well (turas) dedicated to St. Buadan existed until recently, and carved steps still remain at the river bank. On the other side of the bridge on the Bunagee Road a curious curragh shaped rock lies in the river. This freestanding rock, called St. Buadan's Boat, was the means of conveyance used by Buadan after being expelled from Iona (in Scotland). The rock upon which he stood, so the legend goes, fell into the water and miraculously floated transporting him safely back to Culdaff.

WHATS ON IN CULDAFF AND GLENEELY

Charles Macklin festival - On the 10th –12th of October the Charles Macklin School in Culdaff are holding workshops, plays, poetry, readings and exhibitions. The actor John Nee and renound musician Cara Dill will also be giving a concert. The event has been running for 18 years and to mark its success a book has just been published, called Mac Poems. One Sunday there will be lectures on the importance of the Doherty clan in Inishowen and commemorating the 400 years since Cahir O’Doherty rebelled against Derry in 1608

Scoil Mhuire school reunion in Gleneely - The school held its first ever school reunion dinner dance last Friday. Past pupils from all over Ireland and as far afield as England, Scotland and the United States turned up for the exciting event. They are also gathering photographs and memories from past pupils and members of staff for publication in a commemorative magazine. Anyone with school photos from before 1990 is encouraged to contact the committee



Climbfest is held every spring in Culdaff. There are several hundred single pitch climbing routes, mainly in the middle grades all local to Culdaff and Gleneely, at Dunmore Head, Dunowen, Kinnego Bay, Galavoir, Warm Bay Point, Malin Head and Port a Doris. Walking is also very popular around the area. Free camping is available at Bunagee for the Climbfest.

Water- Up until the 1950’s, the whole of the Gleneely residents had to collect their water out of one well At a place called Greens Field.

Surfing. The Blue Flag beach at Culdaff is one of the best places in Ireland to catch the waves and there is professional tuition for the novice.

McGrorys for live music. Irelands most northerly live music venue in the Back Room Bar. You don’t have to travel far for a holiday…

Blue flag beach at Culdaff. It’s back again…

School facts- The current Scoil Mhuire building in Gleneely dates from 1961 and it amalgamated with the old Ballyharry School in 1968. However, the old school in Gleneely dates back to the 1840s when, according to Brian Bonner’s history of Inishowen, there were 335 students on the rolls. Today, it’s a smaller school with some 69 pupils,


MY GLENEELY



Patsie McLaughlin

I was born and reared in Gleneely and went to the Old School just before Scoil Mhuire was built, in fact I remember carrying our desks and chairs over to the new building. We lived in the farm in the village and Eamon McLaughlin and myself would nip home every lunchtime with a tin to get some fresh milk – for the teachers, the pupils never got any… Miss Okane (we called her Pepper duster) liked to take some home with her and we would leave a tin next to her car. We would intentionally leave it under the wheel and she usually ran over it forgetting it was there. We looked on behind the wall laughing.

Local man, John Duffy was cleaning his chimney one day and two jackdaws came down, so Eamon and I tied string to their legs and walked to the school with them. As we got to the classroom we let them go. There was a real commotion as Pepper Duster got covered in soot as she tried in vain to catch them.

There have been a lot of changes in the village since the 1940’s. It used to be a thriving place with loads of facilities. There was the bottle store, 3 shops, three pubs and a general merchant called Dennis Faulkner. Then there was the blacksmith and John the butcher, who used to slaughter animals for the farmers. I also remember Frank Griffin the barber, he would work with the bowl on the top of your head. There was also an oil store next to the Orchard Bar, a bakers, Garda barracks and an undertaker, so as you see we were short of nothing. There are still good thing happening in the village. Just recently the new sports centre opened. Loads of money was raised locally to make it happen.


VISIT THESE…

Cloncha Cross – Culdaff. This stone cross stands three metres tall. There are four main panels. The lowest panel consists of two animal figures both of which have their heads at the end of the looped ribbon design. Tails are also shown. The animals appear to have broad snouts and pointed ears. The two centre panels have a fretwork pattern and uneven double-ribbon design. The top panel has a scene from the New Testament, the Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes.

Decorated Grave Slab, Cloncha Church – Culdaff. This decorated grave slab has very attractive and elaborate carvings - is situated at the old church within the graveyard. A number of decorations are clearly visible; sword, foliage, cross, hurley and ball. The stone is of local origin and the Scots-Gaelic inscription reads: Fergus Mac Allan made this stone.

Bocan Stone Circle- Culdaff. Bocan Stone Circle, when seen from afar appears insignificant, lost almost, behind trees and dwarfed by more modern structures, but it is only when viewed up close that its full glory comes to life. Situated on good pastureland on the hill of Bocan, Sliabh Snaght to Trawbrega Bay right to Glengad is visible.

This magnificent view with Culdaff and Bocan chapel just below is impressive especially if seen at sunrise or sunset. . The stone circle also had an astronomical function and was used to decide when one season began and another ended. When the sun shone directly on certain stones, early farmers knew that one season had ended and another was about to begin.

Temple of Deen: Culdaff. Just across the main road from Bocan Stone Circle is the “Temple of Deen.” A wedge-tomb, it appears to have been covered with a cairn of small boulders, which means that the structure remaining would have been only the centre chamber of a huge monument.

Cloncha – Culdaff. Situated just below the Hill of Deen, Cloncha is the site of one of the most important foundations in the development of Christianity in Inishowen. It was a significant centre from the sixth century onwards, favoured by bishops as a final resting place. The glory of Cloncha is surely the striking high cross in the field just beside the church standing four metres tall. Only one cross now stands upright, another lies fallen, in the same field.

5 MINUTES WITH - MARY REILLY

Mary Reilly lives on Greenhill farm in Fawn on the outskirts of Culdaff with her husband John and two children. Together they grow organic vegetables for sale to the public and supply local shops with fresh, high quality home grown produce ranging from fresh salad crops, root vegetables, greens and of course spuds. Mary also has to juggle her time with being a student and is studying for a degree in organic farming. When you buy from Mary and John you can walk around their farm to choose what you want from the ground. This ensures top freshness and food that is packed full of goodness. If you would like more information about what they supply or would like to arrange a time to visit, then check out their website on http://greenhill.weebly.com or phone 086 327 3315

What music do you like?
Rock… I am particularly fond of the old classics bands like Led Zeppelin and Deep Purple. I also enjoy the Red Hot Chilli Peppers, but I am still not sure why…

What do you have for breakfast?
Nut free muesli and yoghurt, it’s a great start to the day.

What would you never throw away?
I dislike throwing anything away. I started recycling my bottles years ago before the bottle banks were here. I used to give them to the bloke that collected the bottles form the pubs. I tend to get a bit annoyed paying for packaging that I didn’t want anyway.

What book are you reading?
I am reading Terry Pratchett’s Making Money. It’s another book from the Discworld series.

Have you been to the cinema recently, what did you see and was it any good?
Ratatouille was enjoyable; I went to see it with the kids. We also went to see Bee Movie, I didn’t think much to it. That’s definitely one for youngsters.

What section of the newspaper do you turn to first?
The front page for the news.

What is your idea of a good night out?
Somewhere you can hear yourself speak and doesn’t have a television. I enjoy a good live band gig as well.

Most embarrassing moment of your life?
I did an interview about a school dance on ICR. I didn’t enjoy listening to my own voice…

Have you a favourite TV programme?
I really only watch the news and sometimes a good film.

How do you relax?
I have to read a lot of texts for my studies so I find reading a good fictional book very relaxing.

What job did you want to do when you were a child?
An architect.

Where would you like to go for your holidays?
A safari in Africa would be wonderful.

Your idea of heaven?
A vineyard in the South of France.

Your idea of hell?
Living in a city.

What famous people would you invite around for dinner and why?
Nelson Mandela, Denzel Washington and Joy Larckom. Joy’s book about how to grow vegetables is our gardening bible.

Favourite animal?
The giraffe.

What couldn’t you live without?
A comfortable place to sleep…

Biggest fear?
I really don’t like stormy weather and gale force winds, they play havoc with polythene tunnels.

Biggest thrill?
When my children were born.

The world’s most irritating invention?
Can openers and things designed for right-handed people.

What is your idea of a good night in?
A roaring fire, good film and a good wine.

Do you have a hobby?
I enjoy history and Celtic traditions.

Biggest disappointment?
When a careers advisor at school told me that I couldn’t be an architect because I was a girl…cheek!

Which period in history would you most like to have lived through?
The Megalithic period –3200 BC. I could see the tomb at Newgrange being built. It took a workforce of 300, 20 years to build.

World’s most useful invention?
The Internet. Also sending e-mails, it takes up less energy than using paper.

Personal philosophy?
Take each day as it comes.

5 MINUTES WITH - DANNY GALLANAGH

Danny Gallanagh is sill on a high after getting married to Pauline a few weeks ago. They enjoyed a romantic honeymoon on the volcanic Greek islands of Santorini. Originally from Perth in Western Australia, Danny has been running his highly successful outdoor pursuit business for four years. The Inishowen Surf School teaches locals and tourists the art of catching the waves on the rock free beaches of Culdaff, Ballyliffin and Clonmany. You will be in safe hands as Danny is also a part-time lifeguard at the leisure centre in Buncrana and a swimming teacher. If you fancy trying out surfing the you can contact Danny on 087 777 3323 or check out the website on http://www.inishowensurfschool.com/


What music do you like?
At the moment I am listening to Jack Johnson and Groove Armada. I also enjoy good old-fashioned rock.

What would you never throw away?
Old surfboards. It doesn’t matter how damaged they are, they can always get fixed up, even if they are in two pieces. I wouldn’t throw my car keys away either, I am always looking for them.

What book are you reading?
I usually have a few on the go. At the moment I am reading a crime fiction novel by David Baldacci called ‘Simple Genius’ and ‘Between a Rock and a Hard Place’ by the climber Aron Ralston.

What was your favourite childhood game?
I enjoyed all of the usual physical games but I took up surfing at the age of ten, which took up most of my time. I would surf all day then watch the sun set on Cottesloe beach in Perth as I ate a bag of chips.

Have you been to the cinema recently, what did you see and was it any good?
Iron Man- It is a very graphic film taken from an idea from Marvel comics. It was very enjoyable.

What section of the newspaper do you turn to first?
I am a bit of a flicker when it comes to newspapers. I usually check out the sporting pages to see if I know any faces though.

What is your idea of a good night out?
I really enjoy live bands when I am out and about. It puts you in a great mood. The last band I saw was Gurnica in Roddens.

Most embarrassing moment of your life?
I was at the chip shop after surfing when Johnny (The Fish) Stevenson ran up behind me and pulled down my tracksuit pants. I was just out of the freezing cold sea and was going commando. The woman behind the counter took one look and burst out laughing…

Have you a favourite TV programme?
Heroes

How do you relax?
It has to be surfing. If I am feeling lazy then a video will do.

What job did you want to do when you were a child?
I wanted to be an artist as I loved drawing. I did go to college in Derry for two years to study fine art and I am involved with the Inishowen Artist Group, so I hope to take it up again.

Where are you going for your holidays?
We are going snowboarding in France early next year, it’s great fun.

Your idea of heaven?
To be relaxed and able to run free.

Your idea of hell?
Being under pressure.

What famous people would you invite around for dinner and why?
Kelly Slater the pro surfer who has won the world title eight times. David Attenborough could make an appearance too.

Favourite animal?
Dogs. I have a very loyal Italian greyhound called Roxy.

What couldn’t you live without?
Breakfast… It’s the best meal of the day and my knees turn to jelly if I miss it. I usually have cereal and toast.

Biggest fear?
Performing in front of a large crowd. I am getting better at it though, especially after the wedding ceremony. It was like being a film star with the paparazzi chasing you.

Biggest thrill?
Surfing the big waves.

Biggest disappointment?
When my father died when I was ten years old. It put life into perspective and I started to realise just how precious it is.

Which period in history would you most like to have lived through?
Give me the 1970’s, the birth of skateboarding and surfing…

World’s most useful invention?
The Internet. You can find really rare books. I bought one recently from America that was out of print for 40 years. It is handy for research too. I spotted a Porbeagle shark in Tallagh bay and was able to look up the details instantly.

Personal philosophy?
Be who you want to be.

ORGANIC FARMING SEMINAR - INISHOWEN

Press release from Mary Reilly

There has been a lot of negativity in the media recently about the future of Farming in Donegal, Inishowen in particular. One local paper has gone as far as saying that farming is going to ‘the wall’.

There’s good reason for this, the price of diesel has gone through the roof in recent months, and petroleum based fertilisers have doubled in price since last year. And global warming has everybody confused!

So what’s the good news? With the introduction of the Single Farm Payment, farmers now have a certain amount of freedom to experiment and look for alternatives to exclusive livestock farming. There are lots of ways to utilise farmland. Many people are talking about growing biomass willow for alternative fuel when the price of oil goes beyond what we can afford. Forestry is always another option.

But what happens when fuel prices go so high that we can’t afford to import all the food we need? At the moment, most of the food in our shops is imported. Why can’t we start looking at ways in which we can feed ourselves?

Organic Farming is fast becoming a realistic option for many farmers seeking a way to stay on the land. Now that farmers don’t have to overstock in order to get a decent headage payment, the traditional option of mixed farming can be opted for.

There is a lot of interest among consumers in getting locally produced food, and this demand can’t be met unless more farmers start producing food for the local market.

The Inishowen Organic Group, in association with the National Organic Training Skillnet (NOTS) are hosting an evening of information in McGrory’s of Culdaff on the 28th of May. Starting at 6.30pm, the evening will include a buffet meal and talks and presentations on all aspects of Organic farming, from production to outlets.

Speakers on the night will include: Elaine Leavy, Teagasc, Kevin Hickey, North West Organic, John Brennan, Leitrim Farmers co op, and Sean McGloin, NOTS. Farmers from Donegal and Derry who produce organic beef and grain will be there to talk about what they do and one to one consultations will be available free. Organic produce will be on sale from the Farm Shop, Moville and North West Organic.

Admission, including the meal is €10

For more information, go to the Inishowen Organic Group’s website http://www.iog.weebly.com/ or http://www.nots.ie/.
For information on training in organic production call Sean on 086 1728442

WHAT? ORGANIC FARMING SEMINAR

WHEN? WEDNESDAY MAY 28TH AT 6.30PM

WHERE? McGRORY’S CULDAFF

ST PATRICKS CHURCH AUGHACLAY

St Patricks church Aughaclay between Malin and Culdaff in Inishowen.