Ballinahown Community Development are hosting a Heritage Week event on Saturday, 17th August at 3.00 pm in St. Colmcille’s Church. The event will involve a welcome from Fr. Brendan, introduction from Melanie McQuade (Heritage Officer, Westmeath Co Co), display of the “Ballinahown Chalice”, a short overview of the historical significance of the chalice and an opportunity for personal viewing. The chalice is made of silver and commissioned in 1647. Light refreshments will be served after the event in the Parochial House. All are welcome.