A.G.M. - Kilmallock - 20-22 May 2011

Federation of Local History Societies A.G.M. Kilmallock, Co. Limerick Friday, May 20th — Sunday, May 22nd, 2011 This year we are hosting a weekend event, which we feel, offers our membership a unique opportunity not only to cultivate their interest in local history but also to engage socially with other group members whilst enjoying a relaxing weekend. We have chosen Kilmallock, Co. Limerick as the venue for this year’s AGM. Known as the Crossroads of Munster, Kilmallock has a colourful history dating back to its origins in the 12th century. An important Norman town, it was at the centre of Ireland’s political development from the 13th through to the 17th century. The medieval history of Kilmallock is evident in the town walls, its medieval bridge and two well preserved town gates. Its Dominican Priory, founded in 1291, is believed to be the best preserved of all the larger pre Reformation houses in Ireland. Near to the Priory are the well preserved ruins of the Collegiate Church which predates the Dominican Priory and incorporates additions made by Maurice Fitzgerald in 1820. The hinterland of Kilmallock includes the village of Bruree, boyhood home of Eamon de Valera and nearby at Bruff is the Lough Gur Stone Age Centre. PROGRAMME Friday, 20th MAY 6.00 – 8.00 Dinner 8.30 – 9.30 Talk – Introduction to Local History of the Area. — Kilmallock Historical Society. Saturday, 21st MAY 10.00 – 10.30 Registration - Tea/Coffee 10.30 – 10.45 Official Opening of A.G.M. 10.45 – 13.30 A.G.M. includes Minutes 2010 Chairman’s Report Secretary/Treasurer’s Report Election of officers, AOB Society Spake which, for this year, will be extended to allow groups more time to share their experiences 13.30 – 15.00 Lunch [the cost of lunch is not included in the A.G.M. delegate fee] 15.00 – 17.00 Guided Tour of historical Kilmallock and its medieval buildings 19.30 – 21.00 Dinner followed by entertainment [music, storytelling, etc.] Sunday, 22nd MAY 10.30 – 13.00 Visit Lough Gur. One of Ireland’s most important Archaeological Sites ranging from Neolithic to Medieval times. Sites include megalithic tombs, stone circles, hut sites, ancient fields and roads, standing stones, forts, crannogs, caves and castles. Note: Although the AGM is organised primarily around the weekend, members not wishing to attend for the weekend are welcome and encouraged to attend the AGM on Saturday. WEEKEND PACKAGE: Cost is €149 per person sharing and €169 single. This includes 2 nights B@B and 2 evening meals, entertainment etc. IMPORTANT: Those interested in the package should book directly with the hotel by contacting Margaret Atalla, Deebert House Hotel, Tel. 063 31200, e-mail Margaret@deeberthousehotel.com. Accommodation in the hotel is limited and booking will be on a first come first served basis. We advise that you book ASAP and no later than 6th May. TRANSPORT: The nearest railway station is Charleville which is 8 km from the hotel. Expressway buses also stop in Charleville every hour coming from Limerick and Cork. The hotel can organise a taxi or minibus (depending on numbers for a reasonable fee) to collect from Charleville if people wish to travel down for the weekend together or if day visitors arrive in Charleville at approx the same time. There will be a delegate fee of €10 paid directly to the Federation for those attending the A.G.M. Please bring copies of your Society’s publications as we will have facilities at the AGM for the display and sale of Local History books and booklets. REPLY SLIP Name of Society: Name of Delegate(s): Delegate fee €10 per person (tea/coffee), payable to the Federation of Local history Societies, should be sent to Dermot Ryan, Winters Hill, Kinsale, (021-4772729, 086-826765) by Friday 13th. May 2011. Delegates to make their own arrangements for lunch which can be provided by the hotel.