Multiple Myeloma Support Group. Our next meeting of the newly formed Multiple Myeloma Support Group will be here in the centre on Wednesday the 19th November 2025 from 3.00pm to 4.00pm. Meetings will be held on the 3rd Wednesday of each month thereafter. The Support Group will give people the opportunity to meet others who are living with Multiple Myeloma and to share information over a cuppa in a supportive environment. The group is facilitator led and guest speakers will attend occasionally to talk to the group. If you are interested in attending, or would like some further information on the group meetings, please phone us on 052 6182667 (Monday to Thursday 10.00am to 4.00pm) or email us on cancercareclonmel@gmail.com

Clonmel Busking Festival

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Experience the Magic of Clonmel Busking: A Four-Day Music Extravaganza! 

Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant sounds and artistic energy of Clonmel Busking, a four-day free music and arts festival that promises an unforgettable experience for all. With over 100 bands performing in over 100 live gigs, this festival has established itself as one of the foremost music festivals in Ireland.

What began as a humble one-day busking event for charity has blossomed into a dynamic celebration of music and creativity, attracting national and international acts to perform in local venues throughout the charming town of Clonmel. From traditional tunes to folk melodies, country ballads to pop anthems, and everything in between, Clonmel Busking offers a diverse musical journey that caters to all tastes and preferences.

But the fun doesn’t stop with the music! In addition to the captivating live performances, the festival also features an array of street entertainment and buskers, adding to the lively atmosphere of the event. Plus, all concerts and events are free for attendees, ensuring that everyone can partake in the festivities.

For families, the festival offers a wealth of children’s workshops covering a wide range of topics including creative writing, illustration, animation, rhythm and dance, and even ukulele lessons. It’s the perfect opportunity for kids to unleash their creativity and explore new passions in a fun and supportive environment.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the excitement at Clonmel Busking. Whether you’re a music lover, an arts enthusiast, or simply looking for a good time, this four-day extravaganza has something for everyone to enjoy.

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TESCO Clonmel have been very gracious in nominating C.A.R.E. Cancer Support Centre as one of the beneficiaries of their Blue Token Community Fund Initiative and we were delighted to have been presented with a cheque for €598.00 from the event. We are very grateful to TESCO for this opportunity and to everyone who thought of us during the campaign. Your support for this fundraiser was very much appreciated.

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We would like to extend a huge thank you to the LCVP Class from the Presentation Secondary School, Clonmel for organizing a very successful fundraiser for CARE Cancer Support Centre. The 5th Year students put together a Pres Got Talent show and a bake sale with the proceeds going to our Centre. The amount raised was €425.00 which is amazing and for which we are very grateful. Thank you to Ms O’Dwyer for her support and to the students themselves who put so much time and effort into the event. The presentation of the cheque took place in the school on Friday the 15th November where representatives from the Centre were on hand to give the students some background into how we operate and how much we appreciate such a kind gesture as fundraising and donations are the mainstay of our financing. They showed great interest into how a charity such as ours carries out it’s work and the discussion proved to be very informative and enlightening. We were made to feel very welcome and the Presentation Secondary School can be very proud of their LCVP Class for showing such great initiative. Many thanks again to all involved.

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C.A.R.E.

Cancer Support Centre, Clonmel

C.A.R.E. Cancer Support Centre Clonmel would like to thank most sincerely everyone who made our recent Gala Lunch such a resounding success. With this being our first such event in almost six years we were hoping that it would be a memorable and enjoyable occasion. Thanks to a dedicated team of volunteers and helpers who worked tirelessly for weeks in advance, the whole event came together in a seamless manner on the day. From the moment you entered the Talbot Hotel Foyer the atmosphere was very welcoming and inviting. We owe huge debt of gratitude to the 5th Year Students from Loreto Secondary School, Anna Mai, Doireann, Kate and Tara who provided some beautiful music and singing at our welcome reception. They performed beautifully, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for our guests. They represented their school with great enthusiasm and pride. Thank you to their teacher, Patricia O’Mahoney, for organising this for us. Our MC for the day, Breda Kavanagh, welcomed everyone on behalf of CARE and outlined the importance of these fundraising events in order to maintain the vital services that our Centre provides for people and their families who are affected by cancer. She gave a brief outline of the history of the Centre and how it has evolved in line with the needs of the community over the years. Chairman, Paddy Derivan, paid tribute to the staff and to all of the volunteers who give so much of their time in an unselfish and caring manner, be it as a trustee or as a complimentary therapist, and without whom the centre not operate. Their contribution to CARE is immeasurable. Paddy went on to thank everyone who made the event possible either by making a very generous donation or by sponsoring one of the many beautiful spot prizes which were distributed during the raffle. We cannot thank all our sponsors enough for making the event so special. A full list of all our sponsors was on display during the day throughout the venue and Paddy actively encouraged all present, in turn, to support these local businesses as much as possible. The events team at the Talbot Hotel, under the guidance of Laura, went above and beyond in making the event such a success. Their attention to detail and the service provided was a credit to all concerned and for this we are very grateful. Feedback after the event from all present was very positive indeed and already plans are under way for next year. To all our guests present on the day we say thank you for your attendance and support and we look forward to welcoming you all back again in 2026.

A look back at some of our previous fundraising events…..Virtual Mini-Marathon

L to R Breda, Lisa, Grainne and Bess

On Friday 2nd of October we will do our 10k to raise much needed funds for our lovely centre. Three of our fantastic Tustees (Breda, Bess and Alison) and our two wonderful staff (Lisa and Grainne)are walking for this. We also have a lovely team from Clonmel Athletics ruuning for CARE, this October. We would love to raise €5000. If you could support us inany way big or small. We would greatly appreciate it.

VHI Virtual Mini Marathon

The Vhi Virtual Women’s Mini Marathon will take place between October 1st and October 10th 2020.🏆🥇🌟

You can complete the 10km event “your way” over the course of 10 days. We would appreciate it so much if you might consider doing it in aid of CARE.

Or join Bess, Breda, Grainne and Lisa as we walk 10k for CARE.

Registration is now open at www.vhiwomensminimarathon.ie. As always, thank you for your support.

A group of ladies from 2019 Mini Marathon pictured outside the Trap Bar Grangemockler, on race day:)

VHI Women’s Marathon 2019

This year’s marathon took place on June 2nd, and were delighted with the support from all who ran, walked or talked their way around the 10K The trustees, staff and members of the C.A.R.E. Cancer Support Centre would like to sincerely thank you all.

VHI Women’s Mini Marathon 2016

The trustees, staff and members of the C.A.R.E. Cancer Support Centre would like to sincerely than all those who took part in this year’s VHI Mini Marathon to raise funds for the C.A.R.E. Cancer Support Centre. There was an exceptional turn out this year with the ladies raising over €11,000. The amount raised far exceeded any expectation and is a testament to the drive and determination of all involved who continue to support the centre. The C.A.R.E. Cancer Support Centre would also like to thank both Owen and Michael Walsh for supplying and donating the cost of this year’s bus and the driver James O’Dornan.

The C.A.R.E. Cancer Support Centre relies entirely on voluntary contributions from the public to fund its programmes and this is why we appreciate all those who donate to the centre. It is these donations that help the centre continue its work in providing support and information to anyone touched by cancer.

Flora Women’s Mini Marathon 2015

The trustees, staff and members of the C.A.R.E. Cancer Support Centre would like to say a big thank you to all those who took part in the Flora Women’s mini Marathon to raise money for the C.A.R.E. Centre. For all the hard work during the preparation for the mini marathon and for the effort given on the day we are truly grateful and congratulations to you all

The Winter Ball

The C.A.R.E. Cancer Support Centre would like to say a huge thank you to the Fethard Community for organising the Harvest Dance fundraiser. It was a huge success and the community raised €8951.51 for C.A.R.E.
It is through the efforts and continued support of all involved that the C.A.R.E. Cancer Support Centre is able to provide support and information to people with cancer and their families.