So much to do, so little time, yes another year, another Christmas. Cllr Kieran McCarthy has organised two community initiatives for the Christmas season.

Christmas Carol Service:

First up, he has organised and is inviting all interested people to join a community get-together at Ballinlough Community Centre next Sunday, 20 December between 4 and 5.30pm. Refreshments will be served and the Carrigaline singers will join in on the festivities by providing a mini carol service. All are very welcome.

Santa’s Christmas Comet:

McCarthy’s second initiative ties him to the initial organisation and also acting in Santa’s Christmas Comet, a mini panto for all the family at Blackrock Castle Observatory. The plot involves a plan to ruin Christmas! Organised by Red Sandstone Varied Productions (RSVP) in association with the Castle. RSVP are no strangers to Cork and have headed up interactive shows before to great praise. Headed up by director Yvonne Coughlan, her company have brought a Christmas vision to the south east suburbs of the city. Phone Blackrock Castle for more details, 021 4357917. Cllr McCarthy noted: “Christmas is a great time to take time out and spend time with family whilst recharging the batteries. To everyone, go take time out, enjoy and have a great Christmas and new year season”.