By Dan Walsh
The indifferent summer weather has been delaying nature’s response, but the good days are never far away and the team behind the eagerly anticipated Kilmuckridge Sunflower Field is thrilled to announce its much-anticipated launch event next Friday, August 9th at 7.30pm.
This is a heartwarming community project aimed at raising funds for the Daffodil Nurses of Ireland through the Irish Cancer Society and other local community groups, As the sunflowers are about to burst open and create the most stunning view, they would like to invite everyone to visit, pick a sunflower, and donate to this worthy cause.
Over the past few months, members of various local community groups have come together to plant and nurture the sunflower crop, transforming a shared vision into a radiant field of hope. The dedication and collective effort of the community have been instrumental in bringing this project to life, demonstrating the village’s solidarity and support for those impacted by cancer. A heartfelt thanks is due to all the volunteers for their tremendous work in making this possible.
“Now that the sunflowers are almost in full bloom, the field will open to the public from Friday and we are inviting visitors to pick their own sunflowers. In exchange, visitors are encouraged to donate to support this worthy cause. To facilitate contributions, honesty boxes and donation buckets will be placed throughout the field, and there will also be an online option for those who prefer to donate digitally,” Cllr Mary Farrell told WexfordLocal.com.
“The Kilmuckridge Sunflower Field is more than just a beautiful display of nature,” said Cllr Farrell, Project Co-ordinator of the Kilmuckridge Sunflower Field project; “It symbolises the strength and resilience of our community, and it’s a beacon of light and hope for those who have been affected by cancer. We invite everyone to visit, enjoy the beauty of the sunflowers, and support the vital work of the Daffodil Nurses and the Irish Cancer Society.”
The community-driven project is expected to attract numerous visitors, each contributing to the cause and helping to make a difference in the lives of those battling cancer. The official launch is set for Friday, August 9th at 7.30pm, and everyone is encouraged to join in for this special event.
The field is located at the back of The Crosses Pub in the village of Kilmuckridge, or use Eircode Y25 V0Y1.
For more information about the Kilmuckridge Sunflower Field and to stay updated on the launch, please follow this Facebook page: Facebook.com/Kilmuckridge Memorial Hall or donate online: Please Support Kilmuckridge Sunflowers Fundraising Page.
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