St Patrick's Day The St Patrick's Day Vintage Rally was in full swing when the Dripsey GAA Set Dancers demonstrated their skills.  A very successful day was concluded with the Vintage run, which was shortened this year in light of the costs involved for the individual drivers. More pictures of this year's Rally and previous years' events can be seen here.	Hot Rodders Memories Local Hot Rodders share their memories of how they became involved in the sport, and the many joyful and scary moments they experienced. Leo O'Sullivan's first experience was on the Carrigrohane Road in Cork . . . . . Kevin McSweeney began after a fishing trip . . . Johnny McHugh started way back as a child in County Tyrone . . . Rainfall in Dripsey Analysis of rainfall in Dripsey in the years since 2000 show an interesting trend	Dripsey History Carrignamuck Castle The remains of Carrignamuck Castle can be seen high on the hill as you leave Dripsey past the Model Village towards Peake.  It overlooks the Mill Race which used to power the Woollen Mills, and is a beautifully secluded place.  More . . . Dripsey Ambush Commemorating the event which took place in 1921 at the height of the conflict between Irish and British Forces, the Memorial can be seen on the road from Dripsey to Coachford, not far from where the incident occurred.  More . . . Dripsey Woollen Mills Known for the quality woollen cloth it produced, the Mill was a major employer in the area for many years.  More . . .		What's On Music Among the Trees An Evening Concert of local musical talent at St Senan's Church Inniscarra on 25th May Community Services Message Centre for those seeking information about their ancestors, etc. Community Association News to keep you informed. Bingo Every Thursday evening in Dripsey National School at 8.00 pm. Inniscarra Sailing and Kayaking Club The club has facilities at the Recreational Centre in Inishleena - contact them through their website. The Weigh Inn Always entertaining! Church Services Catholics - every Saturday at 6.15pm in Dripsey National School. Church of Ireland - 2nd and 4th Sundays at 11.30am in St Senan's Church in Inniscarra.

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