Celebrating
50 Years
Golden Jubilee

Long standing club member, Barry Rafferty, is passionate about people having a Will. The support it offers at one of the most stressful times in the life of any family can be immense. Barry wants to help celebrate the 50th Anniversary and thought this would be his way of helping some club members in the best way he can. Barry is offering to write up any club members (uncomplicated) will for free. All you have to do is turn up for a half hour to 45 minute session. Barry will explain the form you need to complete, you then take it home and email (or drop back a hard copy) to Barry. Barry will then send you on a completed will. Don’t worry, there are no catches – Barry and his wider family are involved with the club for many years. The event takes place at 1.30pm on the 14th of February in the Juvenile Room in the club – See you there if you need a will.

“Barróg don Ghaeilge” has mounted signs on the railings behind the goal at the Murdock’s end in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the club.

There are 4 signs in Irish with an English translation in smaller lettering and they represent the founding values of the club.

“Meas agus Meon” (respect and attitude)

“Meas and Moladh” (respect and praise)

“Meas agus Misneach” (respect and courage)

“Meas agus Muintir” (respect and community)

Meas/respect is repeated in all the signs to emphasise that it is essential to the function of the club. The signs are presented in Irish so as to prompt an enquiry into their meaning.

*“Barróg don Ghaeilge” is the name of the Naomh Barróg programme for the promotion of the Irish language.

We had a fantastic evening at our Pub quiz on Thurs 14th March as part of our Seachtain na Gaeilge/ 50th Anniversary celebrations. We estimate that we had about 100 attendees. A big thank you to Donncha Ó Cathasaigh (from Bayside Pop Up) for acting as the quiz master, to Austin Keegan for generating and presenting the quiz questions and to the members of the Irish language committee for all the work on the night. Ashley Sheridan and Wingman donated the food on the night and Micheál Mac Donncha and Donncha Ó Cathasaigh supplied spot prizes. These spot prizes will be used at future POP Ups in Naomh Barróg. A grant from Conradh na Gaeilge “Ciste Spreagtha 2024” fund was used to purchase prizes for the winners of the quiz. Fergus O’Brien of Brenfer Jewellers generously donated a trophy to each of the winners.

  “2 bliain & 50 bliain”

Tuairisc ón Pop up Gaeltacht 24  

Bhí  “Pop Up Gaeltacht 24” Naomh Barróg ar siúl sa bheár ar an Déardaoin 4 Aibreán 2024 seo chaite. Bhí thart ar 25 duine ann i rith na hoíche ag ceiliúreadh 2 bliain an Pop Up agus 50 bliain an chlub le císte mór . Ba bhreá linn sibh a fheiceáil arís agus lucht freastail nua ag POP Up 25 ar 2/5/24 ó 8pm.

Report on Pop up Gaeltacht 24 4/4/24

The 24th Naomh Barróg Pop Up Gaeltacht took place in the bar at Naomh Barróg on Thursday 4th April last. About 25 or so people attended across the evening celebrating 2 years of the Pop up and 50 years of the club with a large Naomh Barróg cake. We would love to see you again and new attendees at the 25^th one on 2/5/24 from 8pm. All levels of Irish are welcome.

Contact: John.c.carroll@gmail.com  / 0831003931

Barróg don Ghaeilge* April 2024

Naomh Barróg and KLEAR relaunch Irish Language classes for adult beginners

Naomh Barróg GAA club in conjunction with KLEAR has relaunched its Irish Language course for Adults. It is pitched at beginners/returners and is intended as an aid to parents when helping with Irish language homework. It takes place on Monday mornings and runs for 6 weeks.  It is intended that more classes will be scheduled in September.

Martin Kieran chairman of Naomh Barróg commented “this type of project is consistent with our commitment to the Irish language and our desire to reach into the community. We are very proud of our involvement in it and is a very suitable project for our celebration of 50 years in the community. ”

Breda Hayes of KLEAR stated “We are delighted to work with Naomh Barróg to deliver a specific demand driven programme into the community”

Naomh Barróg is a GAA club based in Kilbarrack in Dublin. *Barróg don Ghaeilge is Naomh Barróg’s Irish language programme. It runs a monthly Pop Up Gaeltacht on the first Thursday of every month in the clubhouse at Naomh Barróg.

Further details from John Carroll of Naomh Barróg ( john.c.carroll@gmail.com)

KLEAR is a community-based adult education centre at Swansnest Road Kilbarrack and is funded by the City of Dublin Education and Training Board (CDETB). Theses classes have been fully funded by CDETB Adult Education service.

Photo shows the students, and teacher Tom Flaherty (2^nd from right) at KLEAR 

This is a  local history illustrated lecture on Kilbarrack Cemetery being presented by Mícheál MacDonncha.

This is an illustrated lecture on Kilbarrack Cemetery which examines the lives of some of the people buried there and is of direct relevance to the club as it is featured on the club crest.

Official launch by Club President Mr Dick Fields

The children of 5th class in Scoil Eoin National School produced a project on Naomh Barróg. This is to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the club and the existential ties between the school and the club. The club was founded in 1974 in Scoil Lorcáin (the site of present day Scoil Eoin) and its teachers and pupils were the bedrock on which the club flourished.

The project work has been transferred from the school and is being exhibited in the club’s reception area until Thursday 11th July.

The exhibition was officially opened by the president of the club, Dick Fields on Thursday 13th June. The children, their relatives, former pupils/teachers and club members attend the official opening.

A Naomh Barróg 50th anniversary event

Following last year’s successful school blitz we are inviting all the Naomh Barróg feeder schools back to the club grounds to celebrate the relationship between the schools and the club.

UPDATE: We had a very successful event on August 17th last where over 150 people took part in the sleepover.

This event includes a sleepover in tents on the Naomh Barróg Main Pitch. Lots of fun activities and a presentation on the history of the club will be included during the event. We are catering for families with children on our U8, U9 and U10 Boys and Girls Teams (2016, 2015 & 2014 teams). Parents can get full information on the arrangements for this event through the team management of the six teams. Bookings for the event will also be arranged via a nominated person for each team.

Barróg don Ghaeilge* September 2024

Naomh Barróg and KLEAR relaunch Irish Language classes for adult beginners

Naomh Barróg GAA club in conjunction with KLEAR has relaunched its Irish Language course for Adults. It is pitched at beginners/returners and is intended as an aid to parents when helping with Irish language homework. It takes place on Monday mornings and runs until Christmas.  It is intended that more classes will be scheduled in 2025.

Martin Kieran chairman of Naomh Barróg commented “this type of project is consistent with our commitment to the Irish language and our desire to reach into the community. We are very proud of our involvement in it and is a very suitable project for our celebration of 50 years in the community. ”

Breda Hayes of KLEAR stated “We are delighted to work with Naomh Barróg to deliver a specific demand driven programme into the community”

Naomh Barróg is a GAA club based in Kilbarrack in Dublin. *Barróg don Ghaeilge is Naomh Barróg’s Irish language programme. It runs a monthly Pop Up Gaeltacht on the first Thursday of every month in the clubhouse at Naomh Barróg.

Further details from John Carroll of Naomh Barróg ( john.c.carroll@gmail.com)

KLEAR is a community-based adult education centre at Swansnest Road Kilbarrack and is funded by the City of Dublin Education and Training Board (CDETB). Theses classes have been fully funded by CDETB Adult Education service.

Details have been finalised for our 50th Anniversary Gala Dinner and it promises to be an event not to be missed! Following our Clubs formation in September 1974, this Gala Dinner will take place almost 50 years to the day since Naomh Barróg was founded. We would love as many people as possible to attend this- current members, past members, past players, family of current players and anyone else who wants to celebrate our wonderful Club’s Golden Jubilee. It will take place in the iconic Hogan Suite in Croke Park. The details of the Gala Dinner are:

Date: Saturday 21st September
Venue: Hogan Suite, Croke Park
Ticket Price: €100

There will be a 3 course meal, Bar extension, Live Music, Special Guest MC on the night and more to be announced……

Ticket sales start on Saturday 13th April. For ticket purchases or enquiries, please contact Terry Keogh on 086-8267556, Ciaran Gallagher on 086-0661530 or Clare Kiernan on 085-1952149

Corporate Packages available for this event. For full details on these, contact Liam Byrne on 087-7768756 or Noel Craig on 087-1216204

This will be the flagship event of our 50th Anniversary Celebrations so make sure to get your ticket to join in the celebrations of our Golden Jubilee.

“50 Years 50 Objects” launch 21/9/24

50 Years 50 Objects is a 50th anniversary project devised by the club’s Irish Language and Cultural Officer John Carroll. It is a set of personal observations about 50 objects that have an association with the club over the years. It is not an attempt to tell the history of the club or rank the most important events and individuals. Everybody’s selection of 50 will be different but it is hoped that you enjoy these. The project exists in two formats, as a video and in a series of laminated A4 sheets which have photographs and text.

The project will be launched at the Gala dinner on September 21st. The video will then be placed on the club’s social media platforms and the physical material will be exhibited in the reception of the clubhouse from next week for two weeks.

50 years 50 objects_Launch announcement

50 years 50 objects_artist statement

The official launch of our Abseil Fundraiser – “50Years of Barróg, 50 Women,” took place on August 16th last in the club bar which has a target of raising €50k for club facilities.

The Event

The abseil event is scheduled for the afternoon of October 4th at Croke Park.

The After Party

After the event, we’ll be hosting a celebration at Barróg on the night of October

4th to honour the bravery and achievements of these remarkable women.

Fundraising

Each participant is tasked with raising €1,000, which will cover the cost of the

abseil and contribute directly to our facilities.

Fundraising Plan

In addition to tonight’s launch, we have several fundraising events planned:

• August 26th: End of Summer Kids Disco Party with the Famous DJ

Calum—entry is €5, or €10 for VIP access (includes entry, drink,

crisps, and autograph).

• September: Traditional bag-packing at Dunnes Stores (volunteers

needed).

• Wax It for Barróg: The men won’t escape unscathed! We’re looking

for volunteers willing to get waxed at Barróg. Sponsorship is required,

and you can choose either leg or chest!

How Can you donate?

We offer several convenient options for making a donation. You can

contribute directly through the sponsorship cards held by the ladies, or use

our crowdfunding page on i-donate, where you can mention the name of the

person you're supporting in the comments section. Additionally, you can send

a donation via Revolut and include the person’s name in the message.

Also we would like to ad that we are still taking sign ups the more the merrier

Spread the word ‘Rope’ your friends in, Sign up form

https://forms.gle/2eJF56vRrVxR4n849

The Crowd funding page to share with everyone you know is

https://www.idonate.ie/crowdfunder/Naomhbarrog

Further details from

Karen 0872394430

Helen 0857352301

Official opening of memorial garden. It is intended to complete the construction of the memorial garden and officially open it in
November.

Pantomime by Voyagers Drama Group:
Voyagers Drama Group will present a pantomime in the club bar.
Voyagers Drama group will be recruiting talented Naomh Barróg members to take part in a
pantomime which will include Naomh Barróg references

About Voyager drama group

Formed in 1992 as an offshoot of KLEAR Community drama. They have performed
at Arás Naomh Barróg since 2002. Over the years many Naomh Barróg club members
have appeared in the group’s productions.
In May of this year the group presented “17A Bus Stop” in the club bar as part of the
club’s 50 th anniversary celebrations. The proceeds of the raffle at the event (€935)
were denoted to U10 girls team.

The group meets every Thursday in Naomh Barróg and new members are welcome.
Contact Marie Walsh 087 6323122

Announcement_ Barróg Don Ghaeilge _merch distrubtion Sept 2024

“Barróg don Ghaeilge* distributes Naomh Barróg 50th Anniversary merchandise 14/9/24

“Barróg don Ghaeilge* distributed Naomh Barróg 50th anniversary merchandise free of charge last Saturday in the Juvenile room. Attendees at Barróg Beaga and at the cake sale to raise funds for the forthcoming abseil at
Croke Park were able to avail of free mugs, iron-on badges, car stickers and book markers.

The cost of this was very kindly sponsored by Celtic Candles and grant aided by the “Ciste Spreagtha of Conradh na Gaeilge

We will be distributing 50th Anniversary mugs to participants of the Great Anniversary Sleepover free of charge.

We will be distributing 50th Anniversary “Iron -on logos” to participants of the Great Anniversary Sleepover free of charge.

We will be distributing 50th Anniversary Irish language bookmarkers to participants of the Great Anniversary Sleepover free of charge.

We will be distributing 50th Anniversary car stickers to participants of the Great Anniversary Sleepover free of charge.

There is a new 50th anniversary branded Naomh Barróg flag flying from the main flag pole.

There are new 50th Anniversary club crests added to walls in the Bar, Juvenile room and reception areas in the club house.