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Wednesday, 30 January 2008

FAMILY FUN: In an drive to raise funds for their resource centre, the parents and volunteers of Hill Street Family Resource Centre are hosting a fete on Saturday February 2 between 11am and 1pm. There will a cake sale, rumage sale, competitions for the children, including a bonny baby competition and lots more. Come along to the playground at Hill Street, Dublin 1 (just off Parnell Street).

INDIA WALK: The Cysitc Fibrosis Annual International Walk will take place from September 27 to October 8 this year. Willing participants are needed. Walkers will travel to Kerala, which is on the south east coast of India. This promises to be an enjoyable experience and will raise much needed funds for Cystic Fibrosis Research. Please contact Bernie on 087-2353319 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information.

WIDOWS: The National Association of Widows of Ireland is holding its annual seminar in the Skylon Hotel, Drumcondra Road on February 20. The Lord Mayor, Cllr Paddy Bourke, will open the meeting at 10am. This year's theames will centre on health and wellbeing. Clare Murphy will give a talk on healthcare while Michelle O'Brien will discuss osteoporosis. Any member of the public who would like to attend is very welcome.

MEDITATION: Sahaja Yoga and meditation takes place on Mondays at 7pm at Blanchardstown Library. Sahaja Yoga is a simple method of finding inner peace, it’s easy to learn and always Free. For more information phone 086-2520765 or visit www.sahajayoga.ie.

BADMINTON: Are you interested in playing social badminton with a friendly group of adults on Sunday evenings? Phone Paddy on 087-6509370 for more information.

HOSPITAL PLAY: Play Well is looking for volunteers for their hospital play services. The volunteers provide play activities for children in hospitals around the city. If you can give two or three hours once a week (either morning or afternoon - Monday to Friday) you can make a difference to ill children. Volunteers must be 18 years or over. Training and on-going support is provided. Volunteers also needed for JUSTASK Hospital Help Desk. For more information call 1890-252682 or e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

FOSTER: Short term foster parents are required to care for young babies. Must be under 55 years of age, non-smokers and living in the general Dublin area. If interested please phone Cúnamh, Child Care Agency on 6779664 and ask for either Bernie O’Reilly or Niamh McHale for further information.

DRAUGHTS: Male and female players are required to play the scientific game of draughts at a club in Clontarf. For more information contact Mick at 0872595892.

RECOVERY: Recovery Inc is a group for people with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, OCD, stress etc. Meetings take place at Blanchardstown Library, Assembly Room, First Floor on Saturdays from 2.30-4.30pm and Fridays from 8-10pm at the Community Centre in Blanchardstown. For more information, please phone 626-0775. All welcome.

MARKET: Ballymun Farmers Market takes place on the first Thursday of every month at Ballymun Civic Centre, Main Street, Ballymun. Organic fruit and veg, homemade jams, homemade breads, homemade cakes, local crafts, plants eco-friendly products, recycled furniture. All welcome.

SVP: The St Vincent de Paul Hospital Visitation Conference is seeking new members. They meet every Sunday at Bru Chaoimhin, Cork Street and help hospital patients who are without visitors and are lonely, worried, or without funds. If you can spare the time tel Elizabeth on 4610671 (evenings) or Eddie on 2885935 (evenings).

FAMILY LAW: AIM Family Services is a long established family law Information service with premises in D’Olier Street, Dublin 2. They operate a free drop-in and telephone service Monday to Friday. AIM is currently looking for volunteers to commit to one morning a week from 10am to 1pm. Experience in a related field would be desirable but not essential. Training given. Contact Ann on 6708363.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: Finglas Domestic Violence Working Group in partnership with Aoibhneas Refuge offers a confidential one to one support service for women who experience domestic violence. Remember you are not on your own – support is available. You can call Outreach worker on 086 8239550 or 8670701 (24 hour helpline).

GALLERY: On Tuesday, January 29, Dr Patricia McCabe will present her lecture on 'Historical Record in Turner's Paintings' at 10.30am in the National Gallery of Ireland, Merrion Square West, D2.

BARRACKS: On Tuesday, January 29, there will be a screening of documentary films 'Irish Soldiers on Screen' between 6pm and 8pm in the Museum of Decorative Arts and History, Collins Barracks, D7 - places allocated on a first-come first-served basis. On Sunday, February 3, between 2.30pm and 3.30pm and on Tuesday, February 5 between 6pm and 8pm the My Museum Family Programme will be 'Feast of St Brigid' with Moira Burns - places limited to 20.

WICKLOW: The Wicklow Historical Society meets at 8pm on Tuesday, January 29, in St Patrick's Boys National School, Wicklow Town. Brian White will present his lecture 'The Inventors and Pioneers of Co. Wicklow' - all welcome.

MUSEUM: At 1pm on Wednesday, January 30, Dr Muiris O Suilleabhain will present a lecture 'Duma na nGiall: the Mound of the Hostages - Tara: Stories from the Margins.' At 6.30pm a lecture on ' Duma na nGiall: the Mound of the Hostages - Tara: Miniaturisation in the Irish Neolithic.' On Friday, February 1, there will be an 'Imbolc Tour' between 2pm and 3pm - places limited to 30.

RATHMINES: The Rathmines, Ranelagh and Rathgar Historical Society meets at 8pm on Thursday, January 31, in Rathmines Town Hall, D6. Ged Walsh will present his lecture 'The History and Development of Rathgar' - all welcome.

RSAI: The Royal Society of Antiquaries of Ireland meets at 7.30pm on Monday, February 4, in the Helen Roe Theatre, 63 Merrion Square South, D2. Con Manning will present his talk on 'A Collection of 19th Century Watercolours of Round Towers.'

KILMANCANOGUE: The Kilmacanogue Historical Society meets at 8.30pm on Tuesday, February 5, in the Glencormac Inn, Kilmacanogue Village, Co. Wicklow. Matthew Jebb will present his lecture 'The History of Irish Flora' - all welcome.

OLD DUBLIN: The Old Dublin Society meets at 7.30pm on Wednesday, February 6, in the lecture room of the Dublin City Library and Archive [Gilbert Library], 138-144 Pearse Street, D2. Susan Roundtree will present her lecture 'The History of Mount Pleasant Square' - admission free - all welcome.

WALK: The Cysitc Fibrosis Annual International Walk will take place from September 27 to October 8 this year. Participants will travel to Kerala on the south east coast of India for an enjoyable experience that will raise much needed funds for Cystic Fibrosis Research. Contact Bernie on 0872353319 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information.

SENIORS: The Dublin 12 seniors’ support and information helpline offers support and information to anyone who may be lonely or isolated in the community. Tel 456 3119 or 4563259 on week days from 10am until 2pm.

UNATTACHED: The Wednesday Club is a select social group for the unattached based in South County that hosts visits to art galleries, theatre evenings, card games, dining out, golf and short holiday breaks. New members welcome. Tel 2884426.

CITIZENS: Dundrum Citizens Information Centre is now located on the 5th floor in the Dundrum Town Centre. Tel 2960713 from Monday to Friday 10-4pm. Access is via the lift at the car park end of the centre. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

CONCERT: The Students' Union of the Royal Irish Academy of Music presents the third concert in their recently inaugurated 'Rush Hour Recital' series. The concert will feature a variety of classical music, including works from Shostakovich, Mendelssohn, Bach and Chopin, performed by some of the talented students of the Academy. The concert will take place in the Katherine Brennan Hall, Royal Irish Academy, Westland Row on Friday, February 1 at 6pm. Admission is free but donations will be welcomed.

EATING PROBLEMS: Is your eating behaviour worrying you? Secret eating, binges, throwing up, constant nibbling, excessive exercise, rigid eating plans are all signs that help is needed. Come along and find help through the 12 steps. Anonymity assured. Tel 2891599/0872390595 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

PARENTING: ‘Raising Boys for Fathers’ is a two evening training course, each session lasts two hours, for fathers, step dads or grandfathers. It was developed in recognition of the fact that fathers were not attending generic parenting programmes. As a result the course was developed specifically to address the needs of Irish fathers. The course is free and will be held locally in the coming months. All are welcome to attend. For further information or to register contact Tina Collins or Fiona Halligan on 8413444.

PHOTOGRAPHY: A new digital photography club is being set up in Perrystown Manor Estate Community Centre, Limekiln Road, Dublin 12 on Monday, February 4 at 7.30pm. Tel 0868264488 for more information.

LOURDES: The Annual Lourdes Novena takes place on Saturday, February 2 and ends on Monday, February 11 in Oblate Church of Mary Immaculate, Inchicore. This is the 150th anniversary of the apparitions at Lourdes. Tel 4542992 for mire information.

VARIETY: The Greenhill’s Variety Group presents ‘Cinderella’ in the Greenhill’s Community Centre from Sunday, February 17 to Friday 22.
Tickets are $10 adult/$5 children. Show is at 8pm.

MUSICAL: West Side Story will be staged in UCD from February 14 to 16. There will be four shows – on Thursday 14 at 8pm; on Friday 15 at 1pm and 8pm; and on Saturday 16 at 8pm. Tickets cost $15 for evening shows and $10 for the matinee on the Friday. The show is in aid of UCD Volunteers
Overseas. Tickets are available through www.ucd.ie/musical or from SU shops on UCD campus. Further information is available from
www.ucd.ie/musical or www.bebo.com/UCDCommunityMusical.

MALE CHOIR: The Ballinteer Male Voice Choir welcomes prospective new members to their Thursday open night in early February. It is not necessary to be able to read music but it would help if you could sing - and like a bit of craic! Tel Dominic on 0876474629.

GARDENING: The Royal Horticultural Society of Ireland is hosting a fun quiz with general knowledge and gardening questions in Wesley House, Leeson Park, Dublin 6 on Wednesday, January 30 at 8pm. All welcome. Admission is $5. Come in teams of three or teams can be made up on the night. Further details on 2353912 or at www.rhsi.ie

WALKS: Free Dublin City Council ‘Lets Walk & Talk’ Historical Tours with Pat Liddy include ‘Discover Dublin – 2,000 Years of History’ as part of Dublin City Chinese New Year Festival 2008 on Saturday, February 2 at 2pm. Meet outside the Tourist Office, Suffolk Street, Dublin 2. ‘Twixt Ranelagh & Rathmines’ on Tuesday, February 5 at 2pm. Meet outside the Barge Pub, Charlemont Street, Dublin 2. Tel Ronan/Dublin City Council on 2223726.

CHOIR: The RTÉ Cór na nÓg Children’s Choir is starting its audition process now with closing date for applications on February 8. You can log on to www.rte.ie/performinggroups/cornanog/ or contact Norma O’Connor, Choral Officer, RTÉ Performing Groups, Donnybrook, Dublin 4 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Children need to be aged between 10 and 13 in September 2008.

BRIDGE: New members and all grades welcome at Congress Bridge Club, Monkstown Avenue Community Centre every Thursday at 7.15 pm. (46A/4A Bus route). Tel 2301643.

LIONS CLUB: The Dun Laoghaire Lions Club would like to thank all the people who supported their Christmas food appeal on the door to door collection and through the post.

ELDERLY: A six week get fit programme for the over-60s is available at the South Dublin Senior Citizen’s Club which is open Mondays-Fridays, from 10am – 4pm in the Guinness Athletic Union, Iveagh Grounds, Crumlin Road.

ALZHEIMERS: The Alzheimer Society Support Team is looking for volunteers who can spare a day or two a week to help those living with dementia. They host a workshop on Wednesday mornings at the Adult Education Centre, Sion Hill, Blackrock. Contact Ruth Matz by email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or tel 2846616.

YOUTH: Youth Choices provides support, help and advice for 15-25 year old early school leavers in the Dun Laoghaire Rathdown area. It can help young people who want to go back to school, find further training, look for a job or organise their CV. Tel Sinead on 0863890298 for an appointment or drop in to the Youth Information Centre on 137 Lower George’s Street, Dun Laoghaire on Wednesdays from 2-4pm.

MENINGITIS: Help raise funds for the Meningitis Research Foundation by taking part in the Great Ireland Run on Sunday, April 6. Register on www.greatrun.org. Money raised in the Great Ireland Run will help fund research to prevent meningitis and septicaemia, and to improve survival rates. More information on how to register is available on 8196931 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

RECITAL: A music recital by Annette Cleary (cello), Maria Cleary (harp) and David Monti (violin) will take place on Wednesday, January 30 at 8pm in the Church of Ireland, Newcastle, Co Wicklow. Works by Spohr, Paganini, Saint-Saens. Contact Anna on 0863267433 or Muriel on 0868593936.

KARATE: Wayne Deegan’s Karate Classes have recommenced in Dalkey Town Hall. Beginners, intermediates and seniors are catered for every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-9pm. The beginner’s class is at 6pm and there are still some vacancies for newcomers. Early booking advisable. Contact Wayne on 0868572546

SOCIAL: A Southside social group for unattached adults seeks additional members. Ballinteer based. Contact Carol 0851643818 or Steve on 0868873644.

VOLUNTEER: There are opportunities for young adults between ages of 18-35 years to volunteer two hours a week in range of activities to support the young, elderly, disabled and those living with illness and addictions in inner city Dublin. Tel Noelle Fitzpatrick on 0863210941 or 894 3161 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

BADMINTON: Sandyford Badminton Club is looking for new members. They play every Wednesday night from 9-11pm in Naomh Olaf GAA Club. For further information contact Barbara O’Rourke (087-6617585) or Marion Greene (087-6867617).

WALKING: Dublin City Council's ‘Let's Walk & Talk’ - for those who enjoy a stroll and a chat, meet every Tuesday at 2pm outside the Barge pub, Charlemont Street for a 90 minute walk along the canal or surrounding areas. All welcome. Tel Ronan on 2223726.

MALE VOICE CHOIR: The newly formed City of Dublin Male Voice Choir will be delighted to welcome new members. They rehearse on
Mondays in Dublin 2 from 8pm to 10pm. Repertoire includes: Popular, Standard Classics, Operetta to Grand Opera. For information tel Mahon on 0876105584 or Gerry on 4943541.

BIBLE STUDY: A series of simple studies of the Bible are held in DIT Bolton Street on Tuesdays from 8-9pm. Studies are free and without obligation. Tel 2882384 or 086-8468566 for further information.

CHOIR: A new choir, The Riverside Singers, rehearses on Wednesday mornings in Ringsend Technical Institute from 10.30am to 12.30. For details, contact the choir director, Ray Ryan, on 0879195012.

DANCING: Set Dancing takes place every Wednesday night at 8.30pm in Thomas Davis GAA Club, Kiltipper Road, Tallaght. Beginners are very welcome. Tel Catherine on 0872967325.

REHEARSALS: Phoenix Chamber Choir is currently looking for basses. Rehearsals take place in the Dun Laoghaire area every Tuesday from 8-9.30pm sharp. Score reading helpful but not essential. Interested singers should contact Josh on 086892 0602 or Catherine on 0876779864.

PARENTLINE: Volunteers are required to man the confidential Parent Support Helpline. If you could spare three hours a week to lend a sympathetic ear and to support stressed parents with the problems they encounter tel 8787230.

SET DANCING: Set Dancing takes place every Wednesday night at 8.30pm in Thomas Davis GAA Club, Kiltipper Road, Tallaght. Beginners are very welcome. Any queries contact Catherine at 0872967325.

VOLUNTEERS: The fundraising department of Oxfam requires volunteers to help with their gift catalogue , which is full of life saving gifts. If you have any free time during office hours, even just one morning or afternoon a week, contact Annick on 6350404 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

DANCING: Sequence dancing for the over 55s is on every Friday at the GAU, Iveagh Grounds, Crumlin Road. An enjoyable pastime and a chance to meet others. Details on 0872215080.

VINCENT’S CHARITY: Vincent’s charity shops in Clondalkin, Crumlin, Rathmines and Camden Street urgently require new volunteers. Duties include sorting, tagging and hanging of clothes, with good customer service. A minimum of three hours per week is required. Volunteer application forms and Garda vetting forms are available at all Vincent’s shops. For further details tel Jane on 8198413.

SET DANCING: There are set dancing classes every Wednesday night from 8.30 – 10.30pm in Faugh’s GAA Club (beside the Spawell) on Willington Lane, Templeogue. Everyone welcome, especially beginners. Tel Dan or Mary on 4515516 or 0879919851 or just come along.

MUSICAL: The Dun Laoghaire Musical and Dramatic Society is seeking a benefactor with storage facilities for sets and props. They need approximately 20 square metres of secure covered storage in the general area of South Dublin. Contribution offered in cash or song. Details are on the website www.dmdsonline.net or tel Jim Ryan on 2806231 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

HILL WALKING: Marley Hillwalkers meet every Sunday for walks in the Wicklow mountains. Introductory walk on the third Sunday of each month. Meet at 10am at the Eden pub, Grange Road, Rathfarnham. Bring rain gear (jacket and trousers), walking boots, fleece, hat, gloves, lunch and drink. Reasonable level of fitness required. For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

IRISH DANCING: Classes take place on Saturday mornings from 10.30am to 12 in CYM Sports Club, Terenure Road North, for children of all ages and levels.

ENGLISH LESSONS: Free adult English conversation classes take place every Monday from 7.30 to 9pm in the Kill O' the Grange Church of Ireland Parish Hall (Behind Deansgrange SuperValu). All levels. Everyone welcome.

MENTAL HEALTH: ‘Gaining Ground’ - for people with experience of mental health difficulties - organise free events, activities and outings. New people very welcome. At present, the group meets weekly in various venues but are based in Brookfield Enterprise Centre in Tallaght. For further information contact Rose on 4623222.

CYCLING: Dublin Cycling Campaign meets on the second Monday of each month from 7 to 9pm in the Whitefriar’s Centre on Aungier Street (beside the church). All welcome. For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it , or go to www.dublincycling.ie

VOLUNTEERS: St Vincent de Paul (St Clare’s conference) is currently looking for volunteer teachers to participate in a very exciting educational programme. If you are a primary (5th or 6th class) or secondary teacher teaching maths, English or Irish and can give one hour a week (plus travel time to break the poverty trap in Priorswood, Dublin 17 tel Jenny on 0872355287.

SOCIETY: The Irish Fuchsia Society is hosting a talk entitled ‘Springtime in Australia’ by Christine O’Flynn on Thursday, February 7, at St Peter’s Senior College, Collins Avenue, Killester (beside the railway bridge), at 8pm sharp.

CHOIR: An award-winning choir is looking for new members, especially basses and 1st sopranos. Practice takes place on Thursday, from 8pm to 10pm at Dominican College, Griffith Avenue. Friendly and fun atmosphere. Ability to read music is not necessary. Contact This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or phone 087-2207832.

QUIZ: The Springdale National School PTA is holding a Pub Quiz on Monday, February 11, at 8pm, in the Cedars Lounge (upstairs), Raheny. Admission is $40 per team of four, which is the maximum. Register on the night. All are welcome.

WALK: As part of Dublin City Council’s ‘Let’s Walk & Talk’ Historical Tours with Pat Liddy, ‘Raheny West Side and All Saints Church’ will take place on Wednesday, February 6, at 2pm. Meet outside Raheny DART Station for a walk through St Anne’s Park to Dollymount Strand or surrounding areas. These tours are free of charge. Contact Ronan at Dublin City Council on 2223726 for further information.

CIRCUIT TRAINING: Circuit training takes place at the Artane Beaumont Family Recreation Centre (ABFRC) on Kilmore Road on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6.45pm to 7.45pm. Contact Glen on 086-1238520 for further information.

CYSTIC FIBROSIS: The Cystic Fibrosis Annual International Walk will take place from September 27 to October 8. We are looking for willing participants to join us. We will travel to Kerala, which is on the south east coast of India. This promises to be an enjoyable experience and will raise much-needed funds for Cystic Fibrosis Research. Please contact Bernie on 087-2353319 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information.

EXHIBITION: Raheny Heritage Society have mounted an exhibition on the life of Dr Marie Hayes, a missionary doctor, from Raheny, who died in India 100 years ago and whose memorial Cross still stands in the centre of Raheny village. The exhibition shows photographs of her life both in Raheny and India as well as extracts from her letters. The exhibition is on display in Raheny Library every day for the month of January and all are welcome to come along and view it.

HORTICULTURE: Dublin Five Horticultural Society resumes its fortnightly gardening talks with Dermot O'Neill on his garden favourites on Thursday, January 31, at 8pm at the Artane Beaumont Family Recreation Centre, Kilmore Road. Admission is $5. Phone 087-2423020 for further information.

TODDLERS: Fun For Toddlers (things to do for children over two) takes places in Coolock Library every Thursday from 10.15am to 11.15am. This is a facility for mother and toddler to meet in the library. Books and toys for children aged 3-5 will be provided. Phone 8477781 for further information.

FOOD ADDICTS: Having problems with overeating, constant dieting, binging or purging? Food Addicts Anonymous can help. Meetings take place every Wednesday at 8pm at the Central Mission on 9C Lower Abbey Street. This is a 12-step meeting and there is no charge.

QUIZ: Holy Faith Secondary School Parents’ Association is hosting a Fun Quiz Night at Clontarf Castle on Thursday, January 31, at 8pm. A table of six costs $60. Phone 087-7708803 for further information.

WIDOWS: The National Association of Widows in Ireland is welcoming past, present and new members to its meeting in Wynn’s Hotel, Abbey Street, on Monday, January 28, at 8pm. All are welcome. Phone 4564978 for further details.

AGM The Artane Beaumont Family Recreation Centre (ABFRC) is holding its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, February 27, at 8.30pm in the Piano Room of the ABFRC. Nominations for election to the committee and motions for adoption at the AGM must reach the centre no later than Sunday, February 17. For further information phone 8483911.

YOUTH: Are you aged over 18? Are you living in the Clontarf area? Would you like to give something back to the community? Would you like to work in partnership with young people and help them to learn new skills and organise activities? If you are this person and you can spare an hour on Thursday evenings, then please contact Bryan Gavin, Foróige Regional Youth Officer, on 086-8519639 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

SCOIL AINE: Details of the 50-year anniversary celebrations at Scoil Aine, Raheny, have been announced. At 7pm on Tuesday, February 5, there will be a Special Mass in Raheny Church for all the school community, including past pupils, past staff, past members of the board of management and members of the local community who have an interest and involvement in the school. Following the Mass there will be light refreshments in the school hall and an opportunity for those who are interested in going down memory lane to have a look around the school until about 9.30pm. The organisers would like to thank all those who responded to the original notice and we look forward welcoming you on the night.

SOCIAL CLUB: New Beginnings Social Club for widowed, divorced and separated people continues to meet on the first Tuesday of each month upstairs in Smyth’s of Fairview at 9pm. Phone 087-9603833 for further information.

CLUB: Tarfers Foróige Youth Club meets on Thursdays from 8-9.30pm in St Anthony’s Old Church Hall. The club provides a safe place for young people to socialise, do activities, play games and arrange events. If you are aged over 12 and would like to join the club then feel free to come along any Thursday. If you would like to find out more then please contact Bryan Gavin, Foróige Regional Youth Officer, on 086-8519639 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

URGENT APPEAL: KARE Social Services delivers meals to hundreds of people in their homes each week. There is a growing demand for this service and to ensure that everyone who needs a meal receives one, an urgent appeal is being made for more volunteer drivers. If you can spare approximately one hour a week between 12 and 1pm, either Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday or are interested in finding out more, phone Sheila or Mary at KARE, 2 Sybil Hill Road, Raheny, phone 8058574 or 8058433.

BOXING: New members are welcome at Bay City Boxing Club. Training takes place on Sundays from 11am to 12.30pm and Wednesdays from 6.30pm to 8pm at Kilbarrack Community Hall, Greendale Road (near Foxhound Pub and Kilbarrack DART Station).

POKER: A poker classic takes place every Thursday and Sunday in Cara Hall (opposite Raheny Garda Station) at 9pm sharp. Everyone is welcome.

TREK: In association with ACARA, Chernobyl Children's Appeal has been offered an excellent opportunity to raise much-needed funds. The Brazilian Trek is an adventure of a lifetime and a great way to support the appeal. If you are interested in participating, details can be found on the website www.chernobylappeal.ie or phone 8452177.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Do you or someone you know have a problem with alcohol? The Killester Group Social Services Care Centre on Sybil Hill holds an open public meeting on the last Monday of every month, except bank holidays.

GUIDES: The Coolock Girl Guide Unit - Cygnets (5 and 6 years of age), Brigine (7-10), Guides (10–14) and Rangers (15-18) have recommenced meetings. New members are welcome in all sections. Visit St Brendan's Parish Centre, Coolock Village, any Friday between 7 and 10pm or contact Mairead Quinn, unit leader, on 087-2479820 for further information.

SMOKING: Do you want to stop smoking? A nicotine anonymous meeting takes place in the Rutland Centre every Sunday at 8pm.

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