Whoever would have thought that a simple thing like raising funds for charity could be so complicated? Probably the easiest thing about it to date was actually submitting the application form to the local Garda (police) barracks…
The Offaly Dyslexia Group have contacted virtually every person, man, woman or child who has ever contacted them regarding the condition Dyslexia. We have canvassed our friends, neighbours and acquaintances both in the workplace and socially. While the numbers are swelling, gathering volunteers is a slow process largely due to the time of year.
Saturday 15th August will be a great day to collect funds for the Offaly Dyslexia Group. It’s the day before Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann which runs from Sunday 16th August through to Sunday 23rd August.
Unfortunately our good fortune is complicated somewhat by the fact that almost as many people are heading off on their holidays as are descending upon Tullamore for theirs! The result is that our numbers are potentially diminished, but we have a cunning plan which may just save the day…
Should any of our loyal readers out there fancy a trip to the most prestigious celebration of Irish Culture, why not give us a call or leave a comment and maybe we can do something to accommodate you. The only proviso will be that you offer us at least two hours of your time on 15th August 2009!
*This post was edited on Thursday 6th August by Admin. Any offers of accomodation previously offered for the Fleadh Cheoil nEireann are now withdrawn due to poor uptake.*