Drumreilly Youth Band 40th reunion to take place in Leitrim

A reunion for all past members, mentors, families, friends and for all who supported Drumreilly Youth Band is being held on Saturday August 17th.

A remembrance service, tree planting and plaque unveiling will take place in the grounds of St Marys National School, Drumlea at 5pm.

This will be followed by a reunion gathering at 6pm in Drumcoura City where there will be a display of photographs and memorabilia from the band. Refreshments will be served.

There is no charge to attend the reunion. Donations on the evening to cover the costs of the reunion would be appreciated. Any additional funds raised will be donated to St Mary's National School.

Drumreilly Youth Band was founded in 1984 under the enthusiastic guidance of Fr. P. J.  Flynn who sadly passed away in 2007. 

The band performed for the first time on St Patricks day 1985 and over the years played at numerous events including St Patrick's Day parades, football matches and local festivals in Leitrim and surrounding counties.

During its existence, the band was very successful and won numerous awards. The band was honoured to play at the 75th Anniversary of the 1916 rising in Arbor Hill in 1991. Another highlight for the band was representing Leitrim and Connacht in the All-Ireland Fleadh marching band competition in Listowel in 1995.

The organiser hope that as many people as possible can join in the reunion and relive memories of practices, ponchos and parades.