Twilight Concert in Cong for Daisy Lodge
Pictured at Mary of the Rosary Church in Cong is Sinead O’Malley, Events and Digital Fundraiser at Cancer Fund for Children, Marie Molloy, Parish Secretary and Linda and Billy McGrath of McGraths Cong.
On Thursday, December 4th, Cancer Fund for Children will bring music and light to Mary of the Rosary Church, Cong, with a special Twilight Concert, proudly supported by McGrath’s Cong. The event marks an inspiring milestone as Daisy Lodge begins construction in the village and will raise vital funds to help the charity support children, young people, and families living with the impact of cancer across the island of Ireland.
Attendees will be treated to a heartwarming evening of music and connection with performances by local talents including Coda, Freda Hatton, Annette Griffin and John Staunton, James Kilbane, and the Cong National School Choir. This event will be hosted by Ray McHugh.
Speaking on the event, Linda McGrath from McGrath’s Cong said: “We’re delighted to be supporting Cancer Fund for Children’s first Twilight Concert in Cong. The work the charity does across the island is incredible, and to see the Daisy Lodge build here in Cong come to life means so much to our community. We look forward to December 4th and what promises to be an enjoyable night for a wonderful cause.”
Phil Alexander, CEO at Cancer Fund for Children, said: “We’re so grateful for the support we continue to receive from the Cong community and look forward to hosting our first Twilight Concert in the village. 2025 has been a milestone year for our charity, marking the beginning of construction on our second therapeutic short break centre. Together, we are creating a safe, restorative place for families impacted by childhood cancer, making life-changing difference for generations to come. Special thanks to all involved in making this event a success.”
Proud to host the upcoming event, Fr Declan Carroll, Parish Priest of Cong Parish, said: “I’m delighted that our parish church will be the venue for this special concert. It’s wonderful to welcome such an event that brings our community together in support of a great cause.”
Tickets can be purchased in Cong Post Office and on the charity’s website at www.cancerfundforchildren.com.
