Macra na Feirme’s Know Your Neighbour Weekend is taking place across the country this weekend. It’s not too late to check out what’s happening in your area or to organise your own event! Check out www.knowyourneighbour.ie for events listings or to request an organiser’s pack. We’ll send you tshirts, posters and balloons along with tips on how to make your event a success! There are hundreds of events to choose from.

Macra’s Know Your Neighbour initiative is in its sixth year with events taking place countrywide. The initiative, sponsored by ESB Electric Ireland, aims to encourage more interaction between neighbours.

Liam Molloy, General Manager of ESB Electric Ireland said, “We’re delighted to be involved in Macra’s Know Your Neighbour Weekend again this year. We have been Macra’s partner for the initiative since it began six years ago. It is very important for ESB Electric Ireland to support the communities in which we operate, so it is fitting that we sponsor Macra’s “Know Your Neighbour” initiative.”

Macra na Feirme National President, Alan Jagoe, said, “The support of your neighbours is crucial in times of need. It is important that you know those living closest to you, particularly in isolated, rural areas. I would encourage everyone to get out and meet their neighbours this weekend. It’s not too late to organise an event. Remember, don’t walk by, say hi!”

ESB Electric Ireland’s sixth Macra na Feirme “Know Your Neighbour Weekend” will take place from 9^th - 10^th July 2011 inclusive.  The aim of the event is to encourage everyone to get to know their neighbours by organising a community event such as a BBQ, Teddy Bears Picnic, Family Fun Day or just a coffee morning!  

Any group or individual planning an event should register for an organizer’s pack at www.knowyourneighbour.ie  The organisers pack will include helpful ideas, posters, t-shirts and balloons to help make the event successful.