‘McCarthy’s History in Action’ in association with RSVP (Red Sandstone Varied Productions) will take place in Ballinlough Community Centre on Sunday 29 November, 1-5pm. This event, supported by Cllr. Kieran McCarthy, will bring history alive for all the family, with the participation of re-enactment groups, storytellers and more.

The vision for the day is one of encouraging community participation, by inviting the local community to be involved in its creation, either in performance or as helpers. Join re-enactors to honour the past, where there is much to learn, as one helps build the future; the organisers are encouraging people to actively engage with life around them, as well as examine the history that brought us here. The organisers believe that growth and transformation in society is affected positively by respecting our heritage in this way.

Cllr Kieran McCarthy noted: “This project is aimed at all spectrums of the community. It is a living history project with a key focus on education, identity and civic awareness. It also complements the work of the Discover Cork: Schools Heritage Project. I look forward to welcoming the community to Ballinlough Community Centre”.  More information can be found under winter programme and blog at www.kieranmccarthy.ie or contact Yvonne Coughlan at 085-7335260 or Kieran McCarthy at 0876553389. Refreshments will also be made available on site. This non-profit event aims to break even and offers admission at €6 (€5 concessions) and a family ticket €20.