SIXTY is the new 50 as life expectancy increases. Retirement can be a new lease of life for some people as they finally have the time to devote to their interests or passions. But it can also be a massive change and even lonely as the normal routine one has had for decades goes out the window. But there are active retirement groups across the city and county for people who provide a welcoming, friendly and supportive environment for people in local communities. One of those is the Active Social Group (ASG) Castleconnell. The group celebrated its 10th anniversary in Bradshaw's Bar in Castleconnell on Sunday, June 30. Many happy memories were shared and stories told at the event and one and all looked forward to the next 10 years. READ MORE: PICTURES: Bastille Day celebrated at the Limerick Wild Geese Festival Lilie Flynn, of ASG Castleconnell, said the group is open to all those over 55 from Castleconnell and the surrounding region. “It is affiliated to Active Retirement Ireland and has the support of the local healthcare providers,” said Ms Flynn. Activities consist of a walk every Tuesday at 10am from ACM Centre on Castle Street in Castleconnell followed by tea and coffee. “Day and overnight trips are very popular as are talks given by invited speakers. New members are always welcome. For further information join us on a Tuesday walk or email acmactivesocial@gmail.com” said Ms Flynn. For more pictures, click 'Next' — SIXTY is the new 50 as life expectancy increases. Retirement can be a new lease of life for some people as they finally have the time to devote to their interests or passions. But it can also be a massive change and even lonely as the normal routine one has had for decades goes out the window. But there are active retirement groups across the city and county for people who provide a welcoming, friendly and supportive environment for people in local communities. One of those is the Active Social Group (ASG) Castleconnell. The group celebrated its 10th anniversary in Bradshaw's Bar in Castleconnell on Sunday, June 30. Many happy memories were shared and stories told at the event and one and all looked forward to the next 10 years. READ MORE: PICTURES: Bastille Day celebrated at the Limerick Wild Geese Festival Lilie Flynn, of ASG Castleconnell, said the group is open to all those over 55 from Castleconnell and the surrounding region. “It is affiliated to Active Retirement Ireland and has the support of the local healthcare providers,” said Ms Flynn. Activities consist of a walk every Tuesday at 10am from ACM Centre on Castle Street in Castleconnell followed by tea and coffee. “Day and overnight trips are very popular as are talks given by invited speakers. New members are always welcome. For further information join us on a Tuesday walk or email [email protected]” said Ms Flynn. For more pictures, click 'Next'

placeholder image — SIXTY is the new 50 as life expectancy increases. Retirement can be a new lease of life for some people as they finally have the time to devote to their interests or passions. But it can also be a massive change and even lonely as the normal routine one has had for decades goes out the window. But there are active retirement groups across the city and county for people who provide a welcoming, friendly and supportive environment for people in local communities. One of those is the Active Social Group (ASG) Castleconnell. The group celebrated its 10th anniversary in Bradshaw's Bar in Castleconnell on Sunday, June 30. Many happy memories were shared and stories told at the event and one and all looked forward to the next 10 years. READ MORE: PICTURES: Bastille Day celebrated at the Limerick Wild Geese Festival Lilie Flynn, of ASG Castleconnell, said the group is open to all those over 55 from Castleconnell and the surrounding region. “It is affiliated to Active Retirement Ireland and has the support of the local healthcare providers,” said Ms Flynn. Activities consist of a walk every Tuesday at 10am from ACM Centre on Castle Street in Castleconnell followed by tea and coffee. “Day and overnight trips are very popular as are talks given by invited speakers. New members are always welcome. For further information join us on a Tuesday walk or email [email protected]” said Ms Flynn. For more pictures, click 'Next'

Ten years of friendship and fun celebrated in style in Limerick

By Donal O'Regan

Published 12th Jul 2024, 20:33 GMT

Young at heart mark a decade of active retirement in Castleconnell

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