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Elaine Divilly spent two months working in Zambia project managing a block production and building development as part of the Alan Kerins African Projects. In the process, she learned a lot about the realities of Africa and herself too.

A new book, called Reflective Moments, is the latest fundraising initiative from GAA All-Star Alan Kerins, founder of the Alan Kerins’ African Projects.

Martina Mc Grath, a native of Clarenbridge and an NUIG science student has been selected as the 2009 Clarenbridge Oyster Festival Queen. A keen sportsperson, Martina plays camogie for Clarenbridge and is the daughter of Billy and Marion McGrath of Moyvilla.

One of the long held regrets of those who have participated in Gaelic games over the decades is that the beauty and benefit of the games are in the main confined to this island.

The Alan Kerins African Projects, the charity for creating sustainable living in Zambia, has been named as one of the GAA’s Charities of the Year for 2009/2010.

Blazing sunshine, glamour, tug-of-war, brush dancing, oyster eating, and a stopover of the Cannon Ball Run were all part of the 2009 Clarenbridge Oyster Festival. More than 4,000 locals and visitors turned out in their finery to officially celebrate Clarenbridge as the home of the oyster on its 55th anniversary.

A local charity has teamed up with a city company to organise a festive fundraiser this week.

The country’s top sports players are coming to Galway with most of the major championship cups to meet fans on behalf of Alan Kerins African Projects.

More than €2,000 was raised for Alan Kerins African Projects at the recent Stars and Cups fundraising event in Supermac’s, Eyre Square.