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Cork, Ireland
Macra na Feirme is a voluntary organisation for young people between the ages of 17 and 35. The organisation consists of a nationwide network of clubs with six key areas of activity: agriculture, sports, travel, public speaking, community involvement and performing arts. Macra na Feirme is committed to the personal development of members and puts emphasis on social interaction and participation.

Monday, December 19, 2011

Cork County Capers

Friday the 9th of December saw Cork County Macra members take to the stage in the Edel Quinn Hall Kanturk for the County Final of the Capers competition. With 8 teams from the regions taking part, it was a night that showcased the talent and dedication of the members.
With music, comedy, and dance in abundance all eight teams impressed the judges with Middelton in third Place, Berrings in second and Freemount taking first place. In the individual awards: Best
Producer: Tommy Moyles
Best Act: Donoughmore
Best Female: Joan Marie Healy
Best Male: Padraig Griffen
All eight teams will now go forward and represent their regions in the national rounds. Best of luck to all concerned.

Sunday, December 4, 2011

News from the Regions


As the calendar year draws to a close, the Macra calendar is in full swing. It’s all go at the moment with the Cork County Final of the Novice debating taking place in Ballinagree on Saturday the 03rd of December. The two teams taking part included Bantry from the Carbery division and Milstreet representing Muskerry Macra na Feirme. Milstreet were victorious and celebrations carried on in to the small hours at the Muskerry Christmas Party. Well done to all teams who have taken part in the competition over the last number of weeks.

Friday the 9th of December welcomes the Cork County round of the Capers competition, which takes place in the Edel Quinn Hall in Kanturk. This year see a rise in the number of enteries at a local level and a great night entertainment is in store for all which is a fantastic achievement for the county.

Start your New Year's Eve in style with celebrating the end of a fantastic 2011 and welcoming the new one with Carrigaline Macra. The Ball will take place at Cork Airport International Hotel starting with a mulled wine and fruit punch drinks Reception on arrival at 7.30pm. For more information contact Ollie Cronin on 086-8974388.
If you are interested in finding out more or joining Macra, take a look at www.macra.ie or visit Cork Macra on Facebook, alternatively you can contact Margaret Galvin on 086-3497934.