Speakers at TEDxAthlone pictured on stage at the Dean Crowe Theatre - Dr Aoife Lane, Ciaran Mullooly, Dr Niamh Hynes, Andrea Woods, Ashley McDonnell, Gareth Sheridan, Barbara Quinn, Ray Bell and Dave Duke. Photo: Paulina KusaA ripple begins: inaugural TEDx Athlone event a major successBy Rebekah O'ReillyAthlone's first ever TEDx event was a resounding success, as the event achieved a packed house for its inaugural event. A total of 10 speakers graced the stage of the Dean Crowe Theatre on Thursday, February 12, sharing ideas, powerful talks, and inspiring conversations tied together by the theme of the night, “The Ripple Effect”. Photos: Paulina Kusa PAULINA KUSA Image 4 of 6 Athlone Town AFC women pictured on stage at the Dean Crowe Theatre. Whilst the speakers fed the minds, local businesses An Olivia Chocolates, Magico Bakery and a local cheese producer provided a selection of delicious bites for attendees to taste in the Dean Crowe Theatre bar.
