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COELIACS: The Dublin 15 Coeliac Support Group meets in the Lounge of the Bell Pub, (Davey & Phelans), Blanchardstown on the first Tuesday of every month from 8pm. This is a very informal get-together for coeliacs from the locality to meet other coeliacs in a friendly environment and give each other practical support and advice. For further information contact Liz Ward at
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or The Coeliac Society of Ireland 8721471 or
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CAR BOOT SALE: A car boot sale will be held in St Mary's Secondary School, Glasnevin on Sunday October 19 from 10am-3pm. Traders gate opens at 8.30am. Open to the public at 9am. Proceeds raised will go towards a new astro hockey pitch for Botanic Hockey Club. TOASTMASTERS: Castleknock Toastmasters Club has kicked off for a new season and is looking for new members. Adults who wish to gain confidence and improve their skills when speaking in public are most welcome to what is a lively club. Great encouragement is offered and even the most reluctant speakers have blossomed in Castleknock Toastmasters. Meet on the first and third Thursday of each month at 8pm, upstairs in Myo's pub, Castleknock. For further information call 087-7605422. 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. UNMARRIED PARENTS: The Unmarried and Separated Parents of Ireland have recently launched a new web site at www.uspi.ie. The website provides information that may be of benefit to unmarried and separated adults with children. KILIMANJARO: Meningitis Research Foundation is looking for thrill seekers to take on the challenge of a lifetime – climbing Africa’s highest mountain, Kilimanjaro. The 12-day trek departs in February 2009. To receive an info pack, call 8196931, CLEARANCE SALE: The Lifeboat Shop, 178 Phibsborough Road, is closing down. Staff would like to thank everyone who has donated or bought goods from the shop. Clearance sale now on. Everything must go. Proceeds as usual, go to RNLI Lifeboats. MOTHERS: A mother and baby group is taking place at the Fingal Centre, 5 Cardiffsbridge Road in Finglas every Tuesday morning from 11am-1pm. All welcome. Feel free to just drop in or Call Linda Lyons on 086-0470825 or 8845228 for more details. LECTURE: The Kilmacanogue History Society meets at 8.30pm on Tuesday, October 7, in the Glencormac Inn, Kilmacanogue Village, Co Wicklow. John Lennon will present his lecture 'A Postal History of Ireland' - all welcome. Open night: The Old Dublin Society meets at 7.30pm on Wednesday, October 8, at 7.30pm in the Conference Room of the Dublin City Library and Archive (Gilbert Library), 138-144 Pearse Street, D2, at which the society’s 'Opening Night and Presentation of Awards' will take place - members only. LEINSTER: The Enniskerry History Society meets at 8.30pm on Thursday, October 9, in the AOH Hall, Church Hill, Enniskerry Village, Co Wicklow. James Scannell will present his lecture 'The Sinking of the RMS Leinster - 10 October 1918: War Crime or Legitimate Target.' - all welcome, admission e3. COMMEMORATION: At noon on Friday, October 10, there will an inter-faith service in St Michael's Church, Marine Road, Dun Laoghaire, to mark the 90th anniversary of the sinking of the RMS Leinster. It will be followed by a wreath laying ceremony at the RMS Leinster memorial in Dun Laoghaire - all welcome. HOSPITAL: The Dundrum and District Historical Society meets at 8pm on Monday, October 13, in Dom Marmion Hall, Sandyford Road car park, Dundrum. James Scannell will present his lecture 'A History of St Columcille’s Hospital aka Loughlinstown Hospital, Dublin' - all welcome. TALK: The Foxrock Local History Club meets at 8pm on Monday, October 13, in the new venue of Kill o' The Grange Parish Hall, (behind SuperValu), Deansgrange, Co Dublin. The main talk will be 'Thirteen hundred years of history of Kilmacurragh House and Gardens' by Seamus O'Brien while the short talk will be 'Farming in Ireland before the Famine' by Liam Downey. All welcome - admission e3. GENEALOGY: The Genealogical Society of Ireland meets on Tuesday, October 14, at 8pm in Dun Laoghaire College of Further Education, Cumberland Street, Dun Laoghaire. Rory McKenna will speak on 'Martello Towers in Ireland' - all welcome, contribution e3. OLD DUBLIN: The Old Dublin Society meets at 7.30pm on Wednesday, October 15, in the Conference Room of the Dublin City Library and Archive (Gilbert Library), 138-144 Pearse Street, D2. Dr Seamas O'Maitiu will present his lecture 'St Kevin's Church, Camden Row' - all welcome, admission free. MEETING: The Dun Laoghaire Borough Historical Society meets at 8pm on Wednesday, October 15, in the Kingston Hotel, Adelaide Street, Dun Laoghaire. Rob Goodbody will present his lecture on 'Loughlinstown House' - all welcome. CHOIR: ‘I l Coro Italiano’ has resumed rehearsals on Saturday mornings from 10.30am to 12.30pm in St Mary’s Parish Centre, Haddington Road. Repertoire consists of Italian music, operatic, sacred and folk. New members welcome. Tel Donal on 2882987 or Clare on 087 3146607 or email cborza@net 1.ie ART EXHIBITION: The Dublin Arts Society is holding their 46th annual exhibition in Marlay House, Marlay Park, on Saturday, October 18 and Sunday 19. This year it is being held in aid of the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation. It will be open on Saturday and Sunday from 10.30am to 5pm. CEILLI: There will be a family celli on Sunday, October 12 from 3 - 5pm at Harold’s Cross National School, Clareville Road, Dublin 6. Admission is e5 per family. VARIETY SHOW: The Greenhills Variety Group launch their spectacular new show in the Civic Theatre, Tallaght from Tuesday, October 21 to October 25. Tickets are available from the Civic Theatre box office on 4627477. MUSICAL: St Mary’s College and St Louis High School, Rathmines, present their annual musical production, which this year is ‘Back to the 80s’ - a celebration of hits from the decade, from Tuesday, October 14 to Friday 17 at 8pm in Fr Barry Hall, St Mary's College, Rathmines. Tickets are priced e15 and e10 for students and are available from both schools on 4062100/4975458. RAFFLE: The Carmona Services, St John of God Charity Coffee and Raffle Morning will take place in Dunmore House, Upper Glenageary Road, on Friday, October 17. Free coffee/tea/cakes. REUNION: St Paul's Past Pupils are holding their annual reunion in the secondary school, Greenhills on Friday, October 17 at 8.30pm. All past pupils are most welcome, especially classes 1978, 1983, 1988 and 1998. Join in to celebrate Ms Glacken's retirement after 15 years as principal. ART: South Dublin County Council is presenting a series of Saturday afternoon recitals in the Church of Ireland, Whitechurch Parish, Rath_farnham on October 11 at 3pm with Finghin Collins (piano) and Catriona Ryan (flute) and on October 18 at 3pm with Buddug Verona James (soprano) Dearbhla Collins (piano). On October 25 at 3pm it will be Elisaveta Blumina (piano) and on November 1 at 3pm it is the Blackmore Ensemble. CHOIR: The City of Dublin Male Voice Choir is welcoming new male voices. They rehearse on Wednesdays in Rathgar from 8 to 10pm. Repertoire includes popular, standard classics, operetta to grand opera. For more information tel Mahon on 0876105584 or Gerry on 4943541. THANKSGIVING: The Irish Canadian Society has extended an invite to everyone with Canadian connections to visit www.irishcanadiansociety.net for details about its October 12 Canadian Thanksgiving Dinner. Prepaid registration by October 9 is required. FLOWERS: Dundrum Flower Club has started their autumn flower arranging programme. The next event is on Tuesday, October 14 when Sandra Finnegan will demonstrate ‘My Way with Flowers’ in Gort Muire, Ballinteer Road at 7.45pm. There is plenty of parking and all are welcome. BRIDGE: Absolute beginners classes are starting shortly in Terenure, Kimmage and Crumlin. Learn to play Bridge in a friendly relaxed environment. For further details tel John or Ellen on 0872701441. PANTO: Sleeping Beauty runs from November 26 to January 4 at the Helix featuring stage veterans such as Michael Grennell, Martin Phillips, Louise Barry, Tom McLeod, Deirdre Monaghan and Joe McCaul. Tickets are available from www.thehelix.ie SONG: The Johnstown Gospel Choir is hosting an evening of joyous and uplifting song to celebrate World Mental Health Day in Monkstown Parish Church at 7.30pm on Saturday, October 11. Admission is free. Contact Michael Noble on 0868385584 or email michael@ mentalhealthireland.ie POKER: A poker classic will take place on Friday, October 10 at 9pm in Leopardstown Park Hospital, Foxrock, Dublin 18. Cash prizes. Tickets e20. HOCKEY: Guinness Ladies Hockey Club welcomes new members (over 16). Training times are on Monday 7-8pm and on Wednesday from 8-9.30pm in the Iveagh Grounds, Crumlin. Tel Jane Comerford on 0868853587 for more details or go to www.guinnessladieshockey.com HORICULTURE: The Royal Horticultural Society of Ireland is presenting 'An Evening with John Cushnie' in Wesley House, Leeson Park, on Wednesday, October 15 at 8pm. All are welcome. Admission for non-members is e10. Further details on 2353912 or visit www.rhsi.ie BRIDGE LESSONS: Brian’s Bridge School at Inchicore’s College of Further Education is held every Monday at 1pm. Located five minutes from the Suir Road Luas Stop. Tel 4501541 to enrol. Open to senior citizens and semi-retired. DRAMA: 'Only Fools N' Drama' hosted by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Community Youth Theatre meets every Saturday from 11am-2pm. It is open to young people aged from 15 to 18 and is based in the Old Nurses Home, Crofton Road, Dun Laoghaire. They work with professionals in all areas of theatre and drama. There is a minimal charge but no experience necessary, just enthusiasm and commitment. New members welcome. Contact Lorraine O'Brien on 2806147 or pick up an information leaflet in Dun Laoghaire Youth Service, 62 Mulgrave Street. CHURCH: South City Church (www.southcitychurch.org) meets on Sundays at 11am in Glenalbyn Sports Club, Stillorgan. This includes a 'Kidz Church' for 4-11 year olds, dynamic preaching and worship, healing ministry and home groups. Tel 4949177. PHOTOGRAPHY: A new photography club for South Dublin - OffShoot Photography Society – is hosting meetings on Monday nights from 8pm in Dalkey United's Club House, Hyde Park, Dalkey. Photographers of all levels are welcome. For more information contact Darragh on 0871204654 or visit the website www.offshoot.ie CONCERT: A Garda Band Concert in aid of St John’s Meditation Garden Fund will take place on Tuesday, October 14, at 8pm in the Church of St John the Evangelist, Kilbarrack/Foxfield. Admission is $10 and $25 for a family ticket. For tickets contact Neasa on 087-6997650 or Shona on 087-7657041. WALK: A walk in aid of the Irish Cancer Society will take place on Saturday, October 11, at 2.30pm in Rivervalley. Swords. Registration will take place from 1.30pm. Sponsorship cards available or donations can be made on the day. The meeting point is Peacock’s Car Park. Phone Margaret or Dominic on 087-2213605 for further details. This is the third annual Valley Park walk. TALK: The Irish Fuschia Society’s first talk of the autumn season, ‘Designing Small Gardens – General Principles’ by Sheena Veron, will take place on Thursday, October 16, at 8pm in St Peter’s College, Killester. Admission is $2 for members and $3 for non-members. Free parking available. Everyone welcome. GALA DANCE: The Paddy Hayes Showband in conjunction with Trinity Sports and Leisure Centre is running a big Gala Dance for Donaghmede’s senior citizens on Thursday, October 16, at Trinity S&L Centre. Music by the Paddy Hayes Showband. Admission is $3 by ticket or pay at the door. Paddy Hayes welcomes Danny Cliffford and the new residents of Clare Hall. SHOW: An illustrated slide show and talk will take place in Donaghmede House, Newbrook Road, on Thursday, October 9, at 8pm. Dennis McIntyre will give a lecture entitled ‘A History of Clontarf’. Visitors are very welcome and admission is $2 for non-members. BOOKS: A book sale and bric-a-brac sale will take place at the Old Courthouse, Howth, on Sunday, October 12, from 10am to 6pm. YOUTH CLUB: Clontarf Foróige Youth Club urgently needs adult volunteers to help out. If you are aged 18 or over, and would like to give something back to the community, then the club needs you. It caters for young people aged 12 and over. Members get involved in fun activities and games that they are interested in. This is a great opportunity to engage with and meet new people. If you have an hour to spare and would be interested, 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 BRIDGE NIGHT: St Anthony’s Bridge Club, Clontarf, is hosting a charity bridge night on Tuesday, October 7, at 7pm. Admission is $10 and will include refreshments and raffle. Proceeds will go to Cara Malawi, East Africa, to help finance solar power so that electricity can be brought into the medical clinic and eventually into the mills. All are welcome. DRAMA: Rush Dramatic Society presents ‘En Suite’ by Joe O'Byrne and directed by Alan White at the Millbank Theatre, Rush, Wednesday to Saturday, October 8-11 at 8.30pm sharp. Phone 8437475 for information on bookings or visit www.millbanktheatre.com ART EXHIBITION: Pleasure Painters’ art exhibition will take place on Saturday, October 11 (10.30am to 8pm) and Sunday, October 12 (10.30am to 5pm) at the residence of the Little Sisters of the Poor, Sybil Hill, Raheny. Admission is free. Senator Feargal Quinn will officially open the exhibition on Friday, October 10 at 8pm. ANIMAL FOUNDATION: Catherine Woods and Friends are holding a Psychic Fair/Alternate Therapy fundraising event in aid of the Animal Foundation on Sunday, October 12, at the North Star Hotel, Amiens Street, from 1pm to 5pm. For further details phone Catherine on 8552799. READING AND WRITING: Life can be hard when you have a problem with reading and writing. Can you spare two hours a week, morning or evening, to help someone improve their skills? Training will commence in October. Phone Marie Casey on 8171990 for more information. CARERS: Are you a family carer? Caring for a child with special needs, a family member with a long-term illness or a frail older person? The Crosscare Carer-Support Programme offers a variety of services in North Dublin. To find out what’s happening in your area, contact Nora or Rosemary at Crosscare Carer-Support Programme on 8360011. CRAFT FAIR: Clontarf Craft Fair takes place from 10am-5pm on the second Sunday of every month at St Anthony’s Hall, Clontarf. Numerous items available from cakes to jewellery, etc. New craft workers are welcome, phone 8321978 after 6pm. RACE NIGHT: THE Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association (IMNDA) is organising a Race Night for Friday, December 12. Bring all your friends, family and workmates to Shelbourne Park and hold a Christmas party with a difference. A tasty four-course meal with easy access to the tote, great atmosphere and craic – all for just $100pp and you don’t have to organise a thing. Or your admission fee, one free drink, one bet on the tote and finger food – for the bargain price of $20pp. Race and dog sponsorship is also available. If interested, please phone Derbhla or Gemma at IMNDA on 1800 403 403 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it CHOIR: The Cantible Choir is now recruiting new members. The choir meets every Tuesday at 8pm in a city centre venue. If you would like to join a choir and are in good voice, please contact Phyl on 2854674 or Phil on 087-2161182. MENINGITIS: National charity Meningitis Research Foundation is inviting all thrill seekers to set themselves a challenge and sign up for a 10,000ft sponsored skydive. The events are taking place at venues across the country and everyone is catered for, regardless of experience and ability. So, if you want the experience of a lifetime, together with the chance to really make a difference, then contact Meningitis Research Foundation on 8196931 for more information and details of how to book. COUNSELLING: TARGET in Donaghmede offers a one-to-one non-directive counselling service on Monday to Friday, 9.30am-1.30pm and Monday to Thursday, 7.30pm-9.30pm. For an appointment, phone 8670279. Childcare services are available for morning appointments by arrangement with receptionist. TUITION: An adult reading and writing service is available to all persons who have difficulty with basic reading and writing, spelling and sums, and who left school before Leaving Cert. The service is free and is available to all persons on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9.30am to 1pm, and Monday nights from 7pm to 9pm. Contact Brenda on 8671967 (mornings) or 087-9047230 (afternoons and evenings) for further information. LONE PARENTS: Doras Bui, a parents alone resource centre based in Coolock, offers lone parents accurate information on their rights and entitlements, support with family life, supports for teen parents, courses on health, parenting, art activities and other topics identified by lone parents themselves. A staff member is available to talk to you by phone or in person from 9.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Fridays. For further information phone 8484811/8481872 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Also, you can visit www.dorasbui.org for more information. BEAUTY NIGHT: As part of the ongoing fundraising campaign for the Marian Finucane Friends in Ireland South African Project for Portmarnock Community School, a Holistic/Hair and Beauty Night will be held on Tuesday, September 9, from 7pm until 10pm. This is an opportunity to try reiki, reflexology, re-connective healing, Indian head massage, aroma hand massage, tarot and angel readings, manicures and lots more. Both men and women welcome. There will also be a raffle for some great prizes. Book to avoid disappointment. Text/phone Elaine on 087-2801889, Margaret on 087-9553260 or Jill on 086-8822220. TOURS: St Doulagh's Church, Malahide Road, Balgriffin, reputed to be Ireland's oldest stone roofed church still in continuous use, is open for guided tours on Sunday afternoons from 3pm to 5pm, and also for tours by schools, clubs and heritage societies. Contact Buagh O'Duibh on 087-6711547 for more information. Admission is free. However, donations towards the Restoration Fund will always be welcome. BREASTFEEDING: A Breastfeeding Support Group meets at the Community Mothers’ Room in the Coolock Development Centre, Bunratty Drive, every Thursday from 11.30am to 12.30pm. Come along and meet other breastfeeding mothers. Phone Marie on 8482956 for more information. BRIDGE: Beaumont Bridge Club is organising an introductory course to bridge that is designed for beginners. The 12-week course starts in September. For more information contact Anne Marie on 8313568 or Brendan on 8310351. BEREAVEMENT: A Bereavement Support Group meets in the Donnycarney Community and Youth Centre on Thursdays from 6.30pm to 8pm. This counsellor facilitated group is suitable for individuals who are affected by the death of a family member, friend or companion. Starting on September 18. Further information from Tina on 8187180. UNEXPECTED PREGNANCY: Unplanned pregnancy is hard to face. If you need help or support, contact CURA in confidence on 1850 622 626 or 6710598. All services are free and confidential. Visit www.cura.ie for more information. BADMINTON: A badminton club (mixed), based at 1 Commons Street, IFSC, Dublin 1, is recommencing on August 5 from 8.30pm to 11pm. The club plays on Tuesdays and Fridays and is recruiting players for Levels 4 and 5. The cost is $4 per night. Phone 086-2730399 or 086-8111982 for further information. NEW WEBSITE: Unmarried and Separated Parents of Ireland (USPI) have launched their new website. Information provided on weekly meetings and assisting parents who are experiencing marriage/relationship difficulties. Visit www.uspi.ie SANTRY ART: Santry Art School Painting & Drawing takes place at Omni Park Shopping Centre, Santry. Introduction to painting and advanced painting in all mediums. For further information, phone 086-3653431 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it POKER: A poker classic takes place every Thursday and Sunday in Cara Hall (opposite Raheny Garda Station) at 9pm sharp. All are welcome. BRIDGE: Baldoyle Bridge Club plays every Monday at 7.30pm in the local badminton centre in Baldoyle Industrial Estate. Now open to non-members for the summer. All are welcome. MARATHON: If anyone is interested in participating in the New York City Marathon this year, they are invited to contact Noreen or Laura at the Beaumont Hospital Foundation on 8092161. MENINGITIS: Meningitis Research Foundation would like to invite you to take part in its Giving Together Collection. Giving Together is easy and not time consuming. All you have to do is to distribute envelopes to your family, friends, work colleagues or neighbours and then collect the envelopes, hopefully with a donation inside, at a time convenient to you. If you wish to take part in this event, please call Alex on 8196931 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it MEETING: Sutton/Baldoyle U3A is calling all over 55-year-olds. U3A is an educational self-help organisation drawing on the wealth of knowledge and experience of its members to set up study groups, common interest groups, and to organise recreational activities and trips. The group meets on the third Tuesday of every month at Baldoyle Library from 2.30pm to 4.15pm. Phone Ann Neville on 4756989 for more information. TOASTMASTERS: Clontarf-Marino Toastmasters invites you to join them for a free night. They meet on alternate Wednesdays at 8pm upstairs in the Yacht Pub, Clontarf Road. Learn how to speak in front of a supportive audience, develop leadership skills, gain confidence and make new friends. Toastmasters is a not-for-profit organisation. Phone Colm on 086-6071898 for further information. CEILI: Swords Ceili Club holds classes for all levels on Wednesdays from 8.30pm to 10pm at Scoil an Duinnigh, Kinsealy, Swords. Beginners are welcome. There are also classes for children from three-years-of-age at Colmcille’s GAA Club on Wednesdays and Fridays. Phone Grace on 087-9549066 for further information. FREE YOGA: Find out what Yoga is all about. Learn some of the basics of Hatha Yoga, including breathing techniques, yoga postures and stretches, and meditation techniques, for use in your daily life. All ages are welcome. You will learn how to improve flexibility, increase energy levels, reduce stress, control blood pressure, and how to maintain a positive attitude. Free session take place on Tuesdays from 7.30 to 8.30pm at Raheny Community and Residents’ Association (CARA) Hall. Phone Aideen on 086-3160465 for more information. DANCING: Old-Time Sequence Dancing takes place every Tuesday from 8.30 to 10.30pm at St John Vianney Hall, Ardlea Road, Artane. Admission is $6 and includes break for tea and cakes. It also takes place every Wednesday from 8pm-10.30pm at 54 Parnell Square West. Admission is $7. Phone 085-1263993 for further information. KNITTING: Knitting classes are available at Donnycarney Community Centre, on Thursdays from 2 to 4pm. For details contact the centre on 8329676. Beginners and knitters are welcome. ADHD: Dublin North East ADHD is a Northside awareness group that meets every three to four weeks at Northside Partnership, Bunratty Drive, Coolock. Parents/guardians, special needs assistants and teachers are all welcome. For further information, phone 8512289. |
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