by Mellett's Emporium | Jan 9, 2019 | Joe's Blog
PREDICTING THE FUTURE Predicting is not a science, nor is it an art. It’s just about looking into the glass jar trying to get an insight into what could happen. Apart from all that is planned for Swinford in 2019, and especially the events surrounding the 250 year...
by Mellett's Emporium | Dec 28, 2018 | Joe's Blog
Our year began with the commencement of regular GAA outings and our ongoing search for Sam. We also celebrated many birthdays, christenings, weddings and retirement parties. In March Swinford held its 67th St Patrick’s Day Parade. At Easter there was another massive...
by Mellett's Emporium | Aug 21, 2018 | Joe's Blog
Grenade was a favourite dog of the little Miss Brabazon’s at Brabazon Park Swinford, who’s family The Brabazons built the town of Swinford in the mid 1700’s. The dog passed away in 1869 and was buried with full honouring beside the tennis courts. The...
by Mellett's Emporium | Aug 31, 2016 | Joe's Blog