CAPTIVATING 'TUNER' KICKS OFF KILCULLEN CINEMA SEASON

The Autumn film season at Kilcullen Bridge Cinema kicks off on Tuesday next, 15 September, with the intriguing crime thriller Tuner, directed by Daniel Roher. Known for his Oscar-winning documentary Navalny, Roher makes his narrative-feature debut with this film, which blends music, romance, and safe-cracking into a unique story. Despite following familiar crime conventions, Tuner stands out due to its unusual premise, strong performances, and distinctive sound-driven storytelling.

The film stars Leo Woodall as Niki White, a gifted piano tuner with hyperacusis, allowing him to listen to and open safes. Dustin Hoffman plays Harry Horowitz, Niki’s mentor and a beloved figure among New York City’s piano owners. Woodall’s charisma and Hoffman’s relaxed charm create a captivating on-screen chemistry, with their relationship providing much of the film’s emotional appeal. The unhurried scenes of Niki and Harry in their worn-out van, sharing stories, are particularly delightful.

Written by Robert Ramsey, the film features amusing and witty dialogue, creating an easy, unforced drama that mixes romcom moments with a relaxed crime thriller vibe. A tentative romance develops when Niki meets talented young pianist Ruthie, played by Havana Rose Liu, during a tuning job. This unlikely pairing introduces a conflict between Niki’s side hustle and the prospect of a more fulfilling future.

Tuner is a beautifully and stylishly crafted film about beautiful and stylish things: pianos, watches, concertos, and safes. It is elegantly shot with a complex and eclectic soundtrack. The Irish Examiner praised it as “Smart, emotionally intelligent and sharply scripted, Tuner is a slow-burn thriller that sucks you in from the start and never lets go.”

Tickets for Tuner are priced at €7 and are available for purchase at Woodbine Books, Kilcullen, and on Eventbrite.

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MAGICK BOOK LAUNCH AT WOODBINE

A reminder that Woodbine Books is hosting the launch of Practical Magick by author, witch, and magical practitioner Hazel Cahill, TONIGHT Thursday, 10 September, starting at 7pm. The writer is the proprietor of the Pure & Simple New Age Store in Newbridge.

Practical Magick serves as a gentle and accessible introduction to paganism and magical practices. Readers can explore divination practices such as tarot, pendulums, and runes, the healing and spiritual properties of crystals, and the use of herbs in everyday magic.

The book encourages active reader participation, offering space to jot down thoughts, experiences, and results of any practices. It delves into the connection between pagan practices and the natural world, teaching how rituals, spells, and traditions honour the cycles of nature, the elements, and the earth’s energies. 

Pre-order your copy of Practical Magick from the Woodbine Books website at this link. 

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MOUNTAIN FLOW AUTUMN CLASSES

Mountain Flow Yoga offers a diverse range of classes throughout the week, catering to all skill levels and interests. 

Classes include Chair Yoga, Improvers Yoga, Mini Mountain Flow for kids, Yoga for Beginners, Restorative Yoga, Vinyasa Krama, Yin Yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa Flow, Mindful Flow, Lunch Time Flow, Chakra Vinyasa Flow for mixed levels, and Pregnancy Yoga. 

Located in Hillcrest, Naas Road, Kilcullen, Mountain Flow also provides mindfulness, retreats, coaching, breathwork, workshops, and hiking. 

For more information, contact 087 3631154 or hello@mountainflow.ie.

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CPC PANTO IS COMING BACK

The CPC Panto is returning in November with an enchanting production of Cinderella and the Apprentice Fairy Godmothers. 

Following two sold-out performances last year, the show is set to captivate audiences for three spectacular nights this November.

Mark your calendars for 24-26 November and stay tuned to CPC's social media channels to be the first to know when tickets go on sale. This is a show you won’t want to miss!

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DID YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS?

A set of keys was found this afternoon at the bus stop on the way into Kilcullen from Naas. 

The finder has handed them into Kilcullen Garda Station, where the owner can retrieve them.

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BOOK SALE FOR ANIMAL WELFARE

KWWSPCA is hosting a massive book sale on Friday and Saturday, 25-26 September,  at Kilcullen Town Hall.

The Friday sale will be from 11am to 5pm, and the Saturday one from 11am to 4pm. 

Adult books will be priced at €1 each and children’s books at 50c each. 

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MUSIC UNDER THE MOUNTAINS 2026

Music Under The Mountains is back in Hollywood, Co Wicklow, from September 18th to 20th, 2026. The festival will feature a lineup of top Irish traditional musicians. Tickets are available on Eventbrite, with advance booking recommended.

The event kicks off on Friday, 18 September, at 8pm, with a Culture Night Concert at St Kevin’s Church of Ireland, featuring Jayne Pomplass, Luke Coffey, and Patrick Stefan. Admission is free, but booking is advised.

On Saturday, 19 September, activities include music lessons registration at the Hollywood Centre starting at 10:30am, followed by a session with Arc & Friends at The Hollywood Inn at 3pm. The evening concert at St Kevin’s Church of Ireland will showcase Paul Bradley, Ger Fitzgerald, Tiarnán Ó Duinnchinn, and Laoise Kelly, supported by the MUTM Youth Group. Tickets are €25.

The festival concludes on Sunday, 20 September, with a singing session by Eva Carroll at Tutty’s at 12:30pm, followed by The Tuttys Session with Joe McHugh, Gary Hastings, and Edel McWeeney at 4pm. The closing concert at St Kevin’s Church of Ireland will feature Macdara Ó Faoláin, Victoria Adliye, and Dave Munnelly, with tickets priced at €25.

The festival is supported by Wicklow County Council, Wicklow County Arts Office, Creative Ireland, and Ardenode Stud. For more information, visit musicunderthemountains.com.

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NEW TG4 SERIES PRODUCED IN ALLENWOOD

TG4 has launched a new 15-part current affairs series, Mo Thír Mo Thuairim, presented by Cormac Ó hEadhra and produced by Dundara Television & Media in Allenwood, Co Kildare.

The series focuses on younger voices, featuring discussions with emerging campaigners, experts, and politicians on issues like housing, climate, and digital life. It aims to give younger generations a platform to challenge decision-makers and explore deeper questions of identity and culture. 

The series began last Monday, 7 September, at 10pm and will run for 15 weeks.

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CPC DRAMA CLUB TASTER SESSION

Cross and Passion College’s Drama Club is hosting a Taster Session for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Year students on Monday, 21 September, from 4pm to 5pm in the Assembly Hall. 

The session offers a chance to explore acting and theatre, with no prior experience required. 

For more information, contact Mr Kerry.

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ROAD CLOSURE AT CARNALWAY

A road closure will be in place from Carnalway Bridge, Brannockstown, back towards Carnalway Five Cross Roads, from Wednesday 9 September to Friday 11 September 2026, to facilitate road resurfacing. 

The diversion route will be signed, and local access will be provided. Road users are advised to expect some delays as a result of the works.

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PARISH LOTTO DRAW RESULTS

The numbers drawn in the Kilcullen & Gormanstown Parish Lotto Draw held on 15th September 2026 were 3, 8, 25 and 26. There was no Jackpot winner, and next week's main prize will again be €20,000. The value of the follow-up draws is €20,000 and €9,400.

The winners of the €50 Open Draws are Vanessa Clarke (Promoter Vanessa Clarke), Bernadette O’Brien (Vivienne Clifford) and Helena Lynch (Vivienne Clifford).

The winners of the Promoters Draw were The Parish Office and The Parish Office, and the winner of the draw for those in the Parish Centre on the night was Ger Kelly.

The Parish thanks all who support the Lotto.

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WALLET FOUND AT RIVERSIDE MANOR

An Osprey London wallet was found today on the Riverside Manor linear park. It includes a Revolut card. The owner can retrieve it by contacting Celia Murphy on Facebook.

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YOUNG LIBRARY READERS GET PRIZES

Kilcullen Library Summer Stars winners of book tokens from Woodbine Books recently received their prizes during a craft workshop. Above is Olivia, and below, Oliver and Ella, and Óisin and Eala. 

Also, here are Caoimhe and Mairéad as part of the group who participated in the craft workshop, making bird feeders from recycled milk cartons. 

Librarian Ita Casey also says that the daily newspapers — Irish Times, Irish Independent, and also the weekly Leinster Leader — are available in the Library to read. Everybody welcome.

(Photos courtesy Kilcullen Library.)

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EXOTIC BUGATTI IN CANNONBALL IRELAND 2026 THIS WEEKEND

A 1,500hp Bugatti Chiron Sport will be among the Cannonball Ireland 2026 supercars taking part in the event this weekend, writes Brian Byrne. The cars can be seen at a fuel stop at the Kilcullen M9 Service Area at around 3.15pm on Friday.

Earlier, the more than 200 cars, which will include examples from Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren, Porsche, Aston Martin, Bentley, Maserati, and many more, will have been driven from the starting point of the tour at the Johnstown Estate in Enfield and through the Wicklow hills via Enniskerry and back to the K Club in Straffan for lunch.

Over three days, the event participants will cover some 1,000km and be cheered on by an estimated 250,000 spectators in towns and villages through Westmeath, Offaly, Clare, Limerick, and Cork, and finishing up in Kilkenny City from around 5.30pm on Sunday, 13th. The finish line celebrations will once again feature live entertainment, music, giant screens, family attractions, colourful costumes, and the electric atmosphere that has become synonymous with Cannonball.

Since its inception in 2009, Cannonball Ireland has raised more than €2.5 million for Irish charities. The event was founded by Kildare-based businessman Alan Bannon and is sponsored by Circle K. This year's nominated charity is Ronald McDonald House Ireland.

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CLLR'S QUESTIONS ON BUS SHELTERS, TIMETABLE POLES

Kilcullen bus stop in 1929.

Timelines for the installation of bus shelters and bus timetable notification poles in Kilcullen are the subject of two questions from Cllr Tracey O'Dwyer on the agenda of the next Kildare-Newbridge Municipal District meeting. 

The bus notification poles are needed at the church stop and Newbridge Road stop for the Local Link Service. 

The meeting is scheduled for 16 September at Aras Chill Dara in Naas.

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