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There are four categories - you choose which one you'd like to draw from: 

• Past – The Old School (1887–1985)
• Present – Darrara Community Centre (1985–2025)
• Future – Darrara in 2087 (Bicentenary Year)
• I Love Darrara – Draw anything you love from the locality!

Deadline to submit your art work: Tuesday, 30th September

Submit entries to the Darrara Community Centre Post Box.

Prizes for the winner in each category!

All entries will be proudly displayed at our 40th Anniversary Community Party & Historic Exhibition on 12th October.

Winning designs will be used for official Darrara Community Centre marketing purposes and cards (e.g. Christmas/Thank You), with proceeds going to support the centre and a local charity.

Important: Artwork must be A4 size, with child’s name, age, category & parent/guardian signature on the back to verify it is your child's own original work.

Let’s celebrate Darrara: Past, Present & Future through the creativity of our children!
Info: 086-6011592 | [email protected]
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Terms & Conditions Apply - See below for more information.

​Save the Date – Saturday 18th October!
As part of our 40th Anniversary Celebrations, we’re excited to bring Pakie O’Callaghan’s acclaimed show 'A Celebration of the Stories of Eamon Kelly' to Darrara Community Centre, Clonakilty!

​ A warm, witty, and nostalgic tribute to Ireland’s beloved master storyteller Eamon Kelly, this one-man show is brought to life by one of Cork’s finest performers — Pakie O’Callaghan, known from RTÉ’s Bull Island, Funny Friday, and Santa Ponsa or Bust.

This is not an impersonation — it’s Pakie’s own heartfelt interpretation of Kelly’s timeless tales. Whether you’re revisiting cherished memories or discovering these magical stories for the first time, this promises to be a night to remember!
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Where: Darrara Community Centre, Clonakilty
When: Saturday 18th October
Time: 8PM
Tickets available now on Eventbrite:

​Mark your calendar, grab your tickets, and tell your friends — you won't want to miss this unforgettable evening of storytelling in West Cork!

We Want to Hear from You!
Every five years, Darrara Community Council conducts a survey - the *Darrara Community Survey* - to better understand the needs of everyone in our community. We’re inviting your household to share your thoughts on local facilities , services , activities , education , and communication

Your feedback will help shape future plans—and we’ll share the results with you.

As a thank you, everyone who completes the survey and includes their email address will be entered into a draw to win one year of FREE gym membership at Darrara Community Gym.
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Your voice matters and your input is truly appreciated
- Takes just 5 minutes to complete
- We’re aiming for 250 household responses
- Deadline: Wednesday, *30th April*

​5 Minutes Of Your Time Can Change Our Community

​Click here to take the survey:
https://forms.gle/yZiZkawHDAwacxCX9
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Please help us spread the word

Thank you for helping us shape the future of our community,

Darrara Community Council
Celebrating 40 years as a voluntary group

🎄✨ We're delighted to announce the return of our gala christmas concert! ✨🎄
Darrara Community Centre proudly presents the Cork Prison Officers Male Voice Choir, with special guests Denis the Postman & Friends and An Buíon.

📅 Date & Time: 7th December, 2024 at 8pm
📍 Venue: Darrara Community Centre
🎟️ Tickets: €20 (cash or card)
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Tickets can be purchased at Darrara Community Centre on Sunday mornings, 3rd & 10th November, from 10:30 am to 12:00 noon, or until sold out.

For more information, contact us at 086 390 3597, via Darrara CC facebook page, or www.darraracommunitycentre.com.
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Don't miss this magical night of music and festive cheer! 🌟

Join us for the Darrara Community Council Annual General Meeting at Darrara Community Centre on Tuesday, November 12th at 8 PM.

The agenda will include:
- Welcome by our Chairperson, Paul McManus
- Yearly Officer Reports
- Financial Reports
- Election of Officers
- Any Other Business

Tea and refreshments will be provided afterwards. New attendees will be warmly welcomed!

Rich History 
Built as a national school in the 1880s,  generations of locals received their formal education here and since the building ceased functioning as a school, it's been a vital part of our vibrant community for almost four decades. It was taken over by a group of volunteers in 1985, and set up as a charitable organisation affiliated to Muintir na Tíre, when the new Darrara National School was built just quarter of a mile away.  After a meticulous restoration in 2013/2014, the community centre continues to thrive as a hub of local life.  

Explore fascinating local landmarks
On our new website you can read about our local area - the history of Ring Port, Arundel's Grain Store, and Darrara Church. Delve into the pre-famine era, find out about Lios na gCon Ring Fort and the pre-famine cottage in Ballintemple. And learn about the educational institutions that have helped shape our community: Darrara National School and Clonakilty Agricultural College.

Run by Volunteers: A Place for Everyone  
Managed entirely by volunteers, our centre proudly serves as a place where people of all ages can come together, meet new friends, and pursue their interests.  It's a hive of activity seven days/nights a week. The gym is open from 7am to 10pm every day for members.

Something for Everyone
Among the weekly activities are Art, Yoga, Fitness Classes for all ages, Dance Classes etc.  All the activities are listed on the new website.  Any organisation or group wishing to enquire about having an event or hosting classes or activities can make contact with us via the website.  

Gym Gift Card  
There's also our new Gym Gift Card, which is available in any monetary amount, and available from the gym team by contacting mobile 0863787905.

A Resource for All  
We hope our new website serves as a useful and valuable resource. Let us know if you have any questions or feedback!