Eilis heads up playgroup

Eilis Keogh has been appointed as chair of the Naomh Bride Community Playgroup, replacing Maureen Keogh who recently retired after more than three decades of involvement.

Eilis has told the Diary that places are still available in Naomh Bride Community Playgroup for September 2010.

To avail of the ECCE free playschool year, children must normally be more than 3 years 2 months and less than 4 years 7 months in September. For those not eligible for the ECCE scheme, fees range from €80-€200 per months, depending on the number of days per week. For further informatiion, contact Eilis or Christine on 087 2178217.

The playgroup was set up in 1974 with the backing of Kilcullen Community Council.

Over the years it has been located in a number of different premises, the most recent of which has been a pre-fab building on the Kilcullen Community Centre campus.

The organisation is currently working to acquire a permanent home on the campus.