There will be Christmas magic galore in Thomastown this weekend (Friday December 2 to Sunday December 4), with a whole series of magical events for all ages to really get you in the mood for the festive season.
‘Thomastown ToyTown’ is the theme of the weekend, and the ToyTown theme will continue throughout December with a number of seasonal shop window displays around the town.
Things kick off on Friday evening with a visit by Santa himself, and the full programme for the weekend is as follows:
Friday December 2
Santa visits ToyTown
Join the Scouts and the Fire Brigade to welcome Santa Claus and light up Market Street. Join in the fun, with a magical light parade and Christmas carols.
Time: 6.30 p.m. to 7.15 p.m. Venue: Market Street
Magical Musical Mayhem
Kilkenny Musical Society presents songs from all of your favourite musicals, including Christmas classics.
Time: 7.30 p.m. Venue: Thomastown Community Centre Admission: €10 adults, €5 children
Saturday December 3
A range of family-friendly workshops will be held. Booking is essential to avoid disappointment. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all workshops.
Festive Fun for Families at the School of Food
Drop in for some quick and easy Christmas baking!
Time: 10 a.m. – 11.30 a.m. Venue: School of Food Charge: €5 per child – parents free!
To book, call (056) 7754397
Magical Christmas Snow Globe
Grennan Mill Craft students Kiri and Annette will assist you in creating a swirling snow storm in a glittering world.
Times: 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. Venue: Thomastown Community Centre Charge: €5 per child
To book, e-mail kizzodesign@gmail.com
Adults Only Om Yoga Workshop
30-minute adult taster session designed to introduce yoga. Experience the benefits for yourself in a safe and friendly environment.
Times: 10.30 a.m. & 11.30 a.m. Venue: Om Yoga Studio, The Bridge Charge: €5 (adults only)
To book, call Oonagh at (087) 9688919
Christmas Pottery Workshop
Join this fun workshop for adults and children! Create your own ceramic Christmas tree decorations, and have a go on the potter’s wheel. Refreshments available. This workshop is also offered on Sunday.
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Venue: Island Mill, Thomastown Charge: No charge
To book, contact Gus Mabelson at (056) 7724777
Also on Saturday December 3
Christmas Craft Fair
Time: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. Venue: Thomastown Community Centre Charge: No charge
Children’s Storytime
Children aged from 3 to 5 years can enjoy favourite stories while mam and dad relax with coffee and cake.
Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Venue: The Book & Coffee Shop at The Bridge Charge: No charge
AND:
Call into the Credit Union to enjoy tea or coffee and mince pies. There will also be a raffle for kids and adults.
Or call into The Hub to have your face painted!
Sunday December 4
Christmas Craft Fair
Time: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Venue: Thomastown Community Centre Charge: No charge
Annual Camphill Advent Fair
A range of quality crafts, delicious home-made food, and Christmas decorations.
Time: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Venue: The Watergarden, Ladywell Street Charge: No charge
Christmas Pottery Workshop
Join this fun workshop for adults and children! Create your own ceramic Christmas tree decorations, and have a go on the potter’s wheel. Refreshments available.
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Venue: Island Mill, Thomastown Charge: No charge
To book, contact Gus Mabelson at (056) 7724777
Tots to Teens Disco
Bop the evening away! Fully supervised disco, hosted by the Scouts.
Time: 5.30 p.m. – 7.30 p.m. Venue: Thomastown Community Centre Charge: €3 per child
All events are being co-ordinated by the Thomastown Community Network