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Thursday, 04 December 2008

RATHMICHAEL: The Rathmichael Historical Society meets at 8pm on Wednesday, December 3, at 8pm in Rathmichael School, Stonebridge Road (Dublin Road end), Shankill, Co. Dublin. Rob Goodbody will present his lecture 'Milestones.' James Scannell will give a short talk 'St. Anne's Church, Shankill, 1933 to 2008.' All welcome. MOUNT MERRION: The Mount Merrion Historical Society meets at 8pm on Thursday, December 4, in Mount Merrion Community Centre, North Avenue, Mount Merrion. Lt. Cmdr John Courlander, R.N.(Ret) will present his illustrated talk 'Many A Slip - Recollections of a WWII Pilot.' All Welcome - admission €4. MILITARY HISTORY: The Military History Society of Ireland meets at 8pm on Friday, December 5, in Griffith College, South Circular Road, D8. Professor Risteard Mulcahy will present his lecture on 'Mulcahy and Collins: a fortuitous leadership' - all welcome. MEDAL SOCIETY: The 4th Quarterly Meeting of the Medal Society of Ireland takes place at 11am on Saturday, December 6, in the Teachers’ Club, 35 Parnell Square West, D1, and all members are requested to attend. There will be a Medals and Militaria Fair from 12 Noon to 2pm in the same venue to which all are welcome. TOASTMASTERS: Castleknock Toastmasters Club 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.saha jayoga.ie UNMARRIED PARENTS: The Un-married 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, 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. SUICIDE SUPPORT: Finglas Suicide Network Supported by Console is offering support to those bereaved by suicide in the local community. Counselling service available in Finglas. For appointment call 1800-201890. NORDIC WALKING: A new Nordic Walking group is now being formed. Originating from summer training for cross-country skiers, Nordic Walking works the upper and lower body at the same time, strengthening back, legs and arms, and reducing neck and shoulder tension. Exercise intensity is determined by upper body effort so people of differing fitness levels can walk and talk together, while working to their own level. The group plans to meet and walk in Phoenix Park at weekends. Full training available. For further information contact Kathleen on 086-0427989 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it CHRISTMAS FAIR: St Francis Xavier national schools, Roselawn, Dublin 15 (behind Tesco) are holding their annual Christmas fair in the schools on Sunday, December 7 from 2-5pm. Santa Claus and face painting for the children, wheel of fortune, bric-a-brac, cake sale, bottle stall, plants and flowers, raffles, books and much more. All welcome and admission is free. 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 This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it   or The Coeliac Society of Ireland 8721471 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it CAR BOOT SALE:  A car boot sale takes place in St Canice's Boys School, Glasanaon Road, Finglas East, on Sunday December 7 from 9am-3pm. Cars e15, vans e20. Money raised will go towards the St Canice's Summer Project. Contact 086-4013376. BADMINTON: A badminton group meets on Saturdays 10am-12pm in St Declan’s School, Cabra.  There are some vacancies for new members. Adults of all standards are welcome. Come along any Saturday or for more details phone 087-9249561 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it AMNESTY: Amnesty International Ireland, Dublin West Group, meet on the third Monday of every month in Laurel Lodge Community Centre, Castleknock at 8pm. If you are interested in supporting Human Rights, do come along.  CHOIR: Dublin City Council Choir is looking for new members. Choir meets at 5.30-7.30pm each Thursday evening in the Civic Offices on Wood Quay. HORSE: A horse and pony club is due to start up in Dublin West. Riding and driving for all types of events ages 7 to 70 years. All family members welcome to participate in all outdoor events. Volunteers and Committee members needed. Phone or text Mary on 085-7084627 for further information. 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 e100pp 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 e20pp. Race and dog sponsorship is also available. If interested, please phone Derbhla or Gemma at IMNDA on 1800-403403 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it WOMEN’S GROUP:  A women's support and social club for ages 20s, 30s, and 40s has now been running for the past year from St Helena's Family Resource Centre, Finglas South. The group meet every Thursday evening from 7.30-9pm in the training room and organise various activities and outings. They devote one week of the month to informal learning which takes the form of quiz's, debates, speakers, and tutors on various subjects. If you would like to broaden your horizons, meet new friends or simply get out more call Bernie on 086-8891342 for further information. HELPING HAND: The Upper Room Community Church, Main Street, Bray, is offering busy parents a helping hand on Saturdays, December 6&13. Free gift wrapping service while you enjoy a cuppa and a mince pie. A two hour children’s programme (ages 5-12), with carols and Bible stories, will run 10am-12noon, 1pm-3pm and 4pm-5pm. Full details by contacting Laurna at 086-8455090. FAIR: St Louis High School, Charleville Road, Rathmines, will hold a Christmas Fair on Sunday, December 7, 1-4pm. Santa and his elves will be there. All welcome. POKER: A Christmas Poker Classic will take place on Friday, December 12, in Leopardstown Park Hospital. Doors open 9pm sharp. Prizes of up to 50% of takings. Tickets €20. All profits will go to hospital fund. EATING DISTRESS: The Christmas Day Eating Distress Helpline will operate 5-7pm on 8333126. MEETING: Humanist Association of Ireland hosts its open monthly meeting for Humanist on Sunday, Dec 7, in Buswells Hotel, Molesworth St, Dublin 2. The meeting, which begins at 4pm and ends at about 6pm, is an informal gathering and an opportunity to meet fellow Humanists in a relaxed atmosphere. More details on www.humanism.ie DINNER DANCE: A Christmas dinner dance will take place in Perrystown/Manor Estate Community Centre (off Limeklin Lane) on Friday, December 12. Dinner served at 8.30pm sharp. Dancing until 1am. Music and carols by The Good Times. Admission e35 by ticket only. Booking on 4562373 or 4552761 or 4515527. BRIDGE: Beginners and improvers bridge classes are taking place at Sundrive Road, Kimmage, Dublin 12. For details contact Ellen or John on 087-2701441. CHRISTMAS MARKET: An indoor Christmas market will take place in Perrystown/ Manor Estate Community Centre, Limekiln Lane (off St Peter’s Road) Dublin 12 on Saturday December 6 from 11am till 3pm. Santa will be there. Sellers must pre-book stalls. Cost e20. Call or text 087-2239870 to book. CURA: Unexpected pregnancy is hard to face. If you need help or support, contact CURA. All services are free and confidential. Phone 1850 622626 or 6710598 or go to the website on www.cura.ie   INCHICORE BRIDGE: Learn to play bridge. Free course for senior citizens and semi-retired, every Monday at 1pm at Inchicore College of Further Education. Five minutes from Luas (Suir Road stop). All enquiries welcome. Phone Brian’s Bridge School on 4501541. CHOIR: The Culwick Choral Society is currently seeking tenors to join their large amateur choir singing great choral works in great venues. Ability to sight-read music helpful but not essential. Rehearsals Thursday evenings in Rathgar. Interested? Send an e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it , telephone 6608489, or visit website www.culwick.org RIALTO: New members are required for bridge lessons starting on Tuesday nights in Rialto Parish Centre, South Circular Road, Dublin 8. Tel 4533700. CRAFT FAIR: Portmarnock Craft Fair will be held at St Anne’s Parish Centre, beside the church, on Friday and Saturday, December 6 and 7, from 10.30am to 7pm. Tables will include handmade mass cards, Christmas cakes, jewellery, hand knit baby wear, stain glass and communion dresses and Christmas decorations, all handmade by local craft workers.  CHRISTMAS FETE: Thornleigh Educate Together National School beside Applewood Village in Swords is holding a Christmas Fete on Sunday, December 7, from 2-5pm. Bric-a-brac, cake sale, face-painting, games, sausage sizzle and more. The e5 entry includes Santa visit. All funds raised will go towards the school. All are welcome. Fun for all the family promised. FAIR: A Christmas fair will take place on Saturday, December 6, from 11.30am to 2pm, at the Blessed Sacrament Hall, 20 Bachelors Walk, Dublin 1. SALE: A mini Christmas sale will be held at Our Lady of Mercy Church, Gracefield Road, Artane, on Saturday, December 6, from 10.30am to 1pm. Lots of bargains to be had. CELEBRATION: Darndale Belcamp Village Centre will host its Christmas celebrations on December 8 in the village square. The day will commence with market stalls from 12 noon to 3pm. An open air mass will take place at 4pm. Also featured will be a children’s carol service, blessing of the centre and turning on of the Christmas lights, while Santa will make a special guest appearance. All are welcome. SHOW: Raheny Drama and Variety Group presents ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ at Scoil Aine Raheny (beside the Garda Station) on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, January 9 (8pm), 10 (3pm and 8pm) and 11 (3pm); and on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, January 16 (8pm), 17 (3pm and 8pm) and 18 (3pm). Admission is e12 for adults and e10 for children. Family ticket costs e40 (two adults and two children). For information/reservations, phone 8316770 or 087-1233166. CEILI: Craobh Brugha CCE is holding a Christmas Ceili on Monday, December 8, from 7.45pm to midnight at Raheny GAA Club. Meal served at 8pm. Music by Sean Og Ceili Band. Tickets cost e20. For tickets contact Kathleen on 085-7158153 or Ronnie on 087-9177220. CHRISTMAS LIGHTS: PR guru Terry Prone will switch on the Christmas lights (sponsored by Karl Harte of CP Electrical) at the tree in Donabate village, outside the church, on Saturday, December 6, at 7pm. Santa will also be present to meet local children. The event has been organised by Donabate Portrane Community Council, in association with the Donabate Chamber of Commerce. The Lambay Singers will be on hand to sing a selection of seasonal favourites. WINTER FAIR: The Northbay Educate Together National School Winter Fair will take place on Saturday, December 6, from 12 noon to 4pm, in the school grounds at Greendale Avenue, Kilbarrack. Family activities will include tin can alley, treasure hunts, toss a coin, pick a lolly, pop ‘a’ balloon, Tombolas, secret present, table top hoopla, arts ‘n’ crafts, carol singers, plant sale, christmas tree sale, international food, jewellery, book stall and gifts. Admission is e2 per adult. Free admission for children and OAPs. Everyone is welcome to enjoy this family fun day. MEETING: Sutton/Baldoyle U3A’s next meeting will take place on Tuesday, December 9, at 2.30pm in Baldoyle Library. U3A is an educational self-help organisation for over 55-year-olds, 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. Phone Ann Neville on 4756989 for more information.   COFFEE MORNING: A Coffee Morning in aid of the Niall Mellon Township Trust will be held on Wednesday, December 3, from 9am to 12.30pm in St Gabriel’s Community Centre, Clontarf.  For more information, phone Hilary on 087-7964139.  CAKE SALE: A cake sale and coffee morning will take place on Wednesday, December 3, at 11am, in St Mary's Youth Club, Strangford Road, East Wall. All proceeds go to St Joseph's Playschool. All are welcome. FUNDRAISER: Sutton Castle Club Night Reunion. Are you old enough to remember DJs Shay Hannon and Dave Cerasi playing all the 80s? It’s all happening on behalf of the Niall Mellon Township Trust building homes for the deprived people in the shanty towns of South Africa. Your help is really needed to raise funds for this good cause. Please by a ticket (cost e20) and lend your support. The event is taking place at the Summit Inn Nightclub on Friday, December 5. CONCERT: A magical evening of Christmas carols, some old favourites and some new is promised by the Dolce Choir at 8pm on Thursday, December 11, at St Patrick’s College, Drumcondra. Tickets cost e15 (e12 concession price for OAPs, unemployed, students). Contact This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call Fran on 087-2425513. DREAMS: Dreams, their meanings and uses. There will be a talk on Dreams and how to interpret them on December 3 at 570 Howth Road, Raheny. The talk will start at 8pm and will be given by Declan Dalton. Refreshments will be available. All enquiries to 087-9975277. HORTICULTURE: Dublin Five Horticultural Society's Christmas ‘Festive Floral Arrangements’ will be demonstrated by Margaret Quinn on Thursday, December 4, at 8pm in the Artane Beaumont Family Recreation Centre, Kilmore Road. Tea/biscuits will be served. All Margaret's creations will be raffled on the night. Admission is e5. Phone 087-2423020 for further information. EXHIBITION: An exhibition of silk paintings by Portmarnock artist Pauline O’Daly will be held in Malahide Library from December 8-23. The exhibition is open Monday to Thursday, from 10am to 8.30pm, and Friday and Saturday, from 10am to 5pm.    CHRISTMAS REMINISCENCES: Swords Historical Society invites you to come along and enjoy recalling past Christmas times. If you have a tale to tell, so much the better. The event will take place on Wednesday, December 3, at the Hawthorn Hotel, Main Street, Swords, at 8pm. Phone 8400080 for further information. ADVENT: Preparing for Christmas. Family Journey – Wednesday, December 3; Building Community – Wednesday, December 10. Led by Joe Greenan, Faith Formation and Ministry, All Hallows College. Takes place at Church of St Laurence O’Toole at 8pm each Wednesday. Organised by the Baldoyle Parish Encounter Group. EXPECTANT MOTHERS: A special blessing for expectant mothers will take place on Thursday, December 4, at Our Lady of Mercy Church, Artane, at 8pm. If you need further information, contact Kathleen on 8310917 or Eileen on 8319617. All are welcome. Refreshments will be served afterwards. 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. COUNSELLING: Baldoyle Family Resource Services provides confidential counselling for anyone experiencing difficulties in life. Counselling is offered in marital/relationship difficulties, adolescent/child counselling, bereavement and other general issues. For more information/ appointment, phone Lilian on 8326115. VOLUNTEERS: Healthy adult volunteers are needed to take part as control participants in a study of cognitive abilities (such as memory, attention) in individuals with a genetic disorder. The research is taking place at the Smurfit Research Centre, Beaumont Hospital. Participation involves taking tests of memory, attention and other mental faculties. If interested, please contact Sarah Howley on 8093740 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it GOLF: Elphin Ladies’ Golfing Society, Baldoyle, is presently open to new members for the 2009 season. All standards are welcome. Phone Susan on 087-2809173 for more information.   WRITERS: The Donnycarney Community and Youth Centre Monday Writers’ Group welcomes new members. Sessions take place from 10.30am to 1pm. Free of charge. For further information phone Liz on 8314494.  BALDOYLE: Baldoyle Badminton Centre is now open every Saturday and Sunday from 2pm-11pm. Try out the fastest sport in the world. To hire a court, phone 8393355/8393074. CHOIR: Dublin City Council Choir is looking for new members. They meet from 5.30pm to 7.30pm every Thursday at the Civic Offices on Wood Quay and welcome people who wish to sing with them. LADIES: Ladies’ Club meet at St Laurence O’Toole’s GAA Club on Blunden Drive, Ayrfield, every second Tuesday. All are welcome. Phone 087-7820583. BEREAVEMENT: A Bereavement Support Group meets in the Donnycarney Community and Youth Centre on Thursdays from 8pm to 9.30pm. This counsellor facilitated group is suitable for individuals who are affected by the death of a family member, friend or companion. The service is free of charge. For further information phone Tina on 8187180. CHESS: Portmarnock Chess Club’s new season has commenced. New members are welcome on Thursdays, juniors (7.30pm) and adults (8.30pm. The club, which has been in existence since 1971, caters for all types of players, from casual to highly competitive. They compete in the Dublin Community Games, Irish and Leinster tournaments, Leinster Chess Union leagues and weekend tournaments. Phone Denis Kelleher, club president, on 085-1690101 for further information.   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   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 e100pp 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 e20pp. 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.   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. 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.  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 e4 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 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. 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 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 takes 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 e6 and includes break for tea and cakes. It also takes place every Wednesday from 8pm-10.30pm at 54 Parnell Square West. Admission is e7. 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. BOXING: Bay City Boxing Club training takes place at Kilbarrack Community Hall, Greendale Road, every Sunday from 11am-12.30pm and Wednesday from 6.30pm-8pm. New members are welcome. For further information contact Pat on 8471863. PARENTS: Are you expecting a child? Preparing for Life would like to hear from you. Preparing for Life invites all parents expecting a baby in the communities of Darndale, Belcamp, Moatview, Traveller communities and Newtown Court to join the programme. Drop into the Preparing for Life office in the Darndale/Belcamp Village Centre (Bell Building) or phone 8771509. ART ALLEY: Local artists exhibit every Sunday from 12 to 6pm in St Sylvester's GAA Hall, Malahide, and permanently in Cafe Province. Paintings changed fortnightly. Admission free. Visit www.irish-art.com/artalley PAINTING: A Drawing and Painting Group in Donnycarney Community and Youth Centre is welcoming new participants on Mondays from 10am to 12noon. All are welcome. A nominal fee of e3 per session is charged. Phone 8329676 for further details. BROWNIES: Info Centre for Immigrants is currently building up a team of Brownies, aged 6 and a half to 11 years in Skerries and its environs under the Irish Girl Guides and are looking for volunteers to help as leaders. All training and supports for the programme will be provided. Names for new Brownie members are also being taken. Phone Areola on 085-7329472 or Ruth on 086-3663683 for further information. WALKING: Those who enjoy a stroll and a chat are invited to join a group every Wednesday at 2pm outside Raheny DART Station for a walk through St Anne’s Park to Dollymount Strand or surrounding areas. The walks are free and last approximately 90 minutes. Contact Ronan at Dublin City Council on 2223726 for further information. PITCH & PUTT: St Mary’s Ladies’ Pitch and Putt Club play at Inisfails GAA Club, Balgriffin, every Saturday at 10am. New members are welcome. 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. 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.  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 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.  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. 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. BOOK CLUB: Are you aged between eight and 12 and enjoy reading? Why not join the Coolock Library Book Club? The club meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 3.30-4.30pm. For further information, phone Coolock Library on 8477781. VOLUNTEERS: Portmarnock Foróige Youth Club urgently needs adult volunteers to help supervise the club, which is involved in various activities and events. The club meets on Mondays from 8 to 9.30pm in Portmarnock Sports and Leisure Centre. If you are aged over 18 and would be interested in giving something back to the community, contact Bryan Gavin, Foróige Regional Youth Officer, at 086 8519639/6301560 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it BRIDGE: Bridge mornings will take place every Friday from 10am to 12.30pm at Sybil Hill Nursing Home, Raheny (opposite St Paul’s College). All grades of players are accepted and there will be a special section for beginners and novices. For further information contact Peter at 8339797. BOWLS: Raheny Active Retirement Association has bowling in Killester College on Mondays and Tuesdays from 2-4pm, and art in Raheny Court (behind library) on Tuesdays from 2.30-4pm. Bridge and card playing to start soon. For further information, contact Brian on 8312523 or Mary on 8329408. CHOIR: Would you like to join a mixed choir? Seafield Singers always welcome good singers and there are vacancies in all parts. Sight-reading is not a priority. Rehearsals take place on Thursdays from 7.30-9.30pm in Clontarf. If you are interested, please contact Alison Young on 4904226. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS. Do you have a drink problem? Help is available. Saoirse AA group meet at the BASE centre, Brackenstown Road, Swords, every Wednesday at 8pm. Phone 087-6206788 for further information or visit www.saoirse.ie BOXING: Training for Baldoyle Boxing Club takes place at Baldoyle Community Hall on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7pm-8.30pm and Sundays from 11am to 12.30pm. New members are welcome. Phone 8391132 for further information. STROKE: North Dublin Volunteer Stroke Club requires volunteer drivers to bring members to a social club in Coolock and then home again on Monday and/or Wednesday mornings from 10.30am to 12.30pm. If available, please contact Patricia on 8351592. VOLUNTEERS: Are you aged over 18 and living in the Balbriggan area? Would you like to give something back to the community? If so, Balbriggan Foróige Youth Club urgently needs your help. Foróige is currently trying to establish a youth club for young people aged 12 and over in the Balbriggan area. This cannot be achieved without adult support. If you can spare one hour a week and would like to work in partnership with young people, 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 ART GROUP: New members are welcome to the Donnycarney Community and Youth Centre Art Group on Thursdays from 10am to 12 noon. For more information, phone 8329676.   MOBILES: Got a new funky mobile phone? Don’t know what to do with the old ones lying around your house? The answer is simple. Just send them to: Meningitis Research Foundation, 63 Lower Gardiner Street, Dublin 1. The Foundation will make sure they are turned into cash and put to use in the fight against meningitis and septicaemia. To obtain a freepost envelope or for further information please contact Anne on 8196931 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it BARNARDOS: Are you interested in helping Barnardos, Ireland’s leading children’s charity? Supporters are required to set up or join a Barnardos Helper Group. The groups help to raise funds for Barnardos, and support and promote its work in their local area. For full details contact Angela Walsh or Orla Tighe on 4530355 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it BINGO: Bingo takes place every Wednesday at 8.30pm in St Monica’s Youth Centre, Tonlegee Road, Edenmore. Great cash prizes, raffle, fast track and jackpots. Books are e4. MOTHERS: Volunteer mothers are required to visit first and second time mothers in their own homes. The Community Mothers’ Programme is a Parent Support Programme in which friendly local women, known as community mothers, carry out monthly visits. Training and support is given to volunteers. Phone Marie on 8482956 for further information. CLUB: Club 4 U is an exciting new club that has been set up for youths between 15 and 18 to provide an alternative to alcohol and drugs. Activities include interclub discos, variety shows, fun and games, national events and special projects. The latest club is in Killester. They meet every Monday from 8-10pm at Killester Parish Centre (beside St Brigid’s Church). For more information please contact Danielle on 087-9344784 or Amy on 085-1632911. BINGO: Bingo takes place every Tuesday at the Foxhound Inn, Kilbarrack, at 8.30pm in aid of St Francis Hospice. For further information, phone Paul on 8391732. CHOIR: The Phoenix Singers are looking to expand their long established choir. There are places available in all voices. Rehearsals are held on Tuesday evenings. If interested, phone Ciaran on 4921359 or Monica on 2950572 for further details.     HEART: The Irish Heart Foundation Helpline at 1890 432 787 is now available full-time following strong demand from the public. A second Helpline nurse has been recruited to the service and it is now available from 10am-5pm, Monday to Friday. OVEREATERS: Is food ruling your life? If you suffer, or have suffered, with any of the following symptoms, Overeaters Anonymous could have the answer for you: fear of eating too much and trying not to eat at all, obsession with weight and size, starving, abuse of laxatives, bingeing, throwing up and excessive exercise. For details of a meeting in your area, phone 2788106.  TODDLERS: A parent and toddler group meets every Monday during term time, from 10am to 12 noon, in Cara Hall, All Saints Drive, Raheny Village. The cost is e3. GIRL GUIDES: The Raheny Girl Guides are inviting new members, from 10-years-of-age to join them. The guides meet at 7.30pm every Wednesday in the Scoil Aine school hall. If your daughter is interested, drop down any night to join. Activities include hiking, camping, canoeing, games and much more. For further information, please phone 086-2072219 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it BOOKS: Are you aged between eight and 12 years and enjoy reading? Why not join the Coolock Library Book Club. The club meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 3.30 to 4.30pm. For further information, contact the library on 8477781.   TODDLERS: ‘Fun for Toddlers’ (things to do for the over twos) is a facility for mother and toddler to meet at Coolock Library on Barryscourt Road. Books and toys for children age 3-5 will be provided. The meetings take place every Thursday from 10.15am to 11.15am. For further information, phone 8477781.   BOWLS: New members are required for Drumcondra Indoor Bowls every Monday and Wednesday, from 2-4pm, at Corpus Christi Hall, Drumcondra Road. Male and females are welcome. BRIDGE: Beaumont Bridge Club hosts a bridge game every Wednesday at 7.30pm sharp at the Donnycarney Social Services Centre, Malahide Road, Donnycarney. Secure parking available. New players are welcome (all grades – basic knowledge required). If interested, please contact Joanne Lyons on 086-3164262, Anna O’Donnell on 086-8969204 or Margaret Watt on 8312689. KIDS: A parent and toddler groups meets at the Coolock Development Centre, Bunratty Drive, on Mondays in term time, from 10.30am to 12 noon. SUICIDE BEREAVEMENT: For those bereaved by the loss of a loved one through suicide, support is available at RiverSide Counselling Services, Blessed Sacrament Chapel, 20 Bachelor's Walk, Dublin 1. Information booklet, individual counselling, family counselling and support group. Service is available from Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm. Phone 8724597 for further details. WOMEN: Would you like to take up something new, perhaps make new friends or learn new skills? The Irish Countrywomen’s Association (ICA) might interest you. The Dollymount Guild meets every Wednesday night at the Irish Wheelchair Association’s headquarters in Clontarf. For further information, phone Phil on 8338797. IRISH: An Irish language conversation meets every Tuesday at 8pm in the Carnegie Court Hotel, Swords. Whether you are a fluent Irish speaker or have just the 'Cupla Focal', this is a friendly and stress-free way of speaking the Irish language, in a social setting. All are welcome to come along. For further information, contact Dympna Flynn at 087-0566377. SOCIAL WELFARE: The Northside Citizens’ Information Centre holds a Social Welfare appeals clinic on the first Tuesday of every month. A qualified solicitor and information officer will be available to assist you. For further information, phone Jackie on 8674302.  CITIZENS’ INFORMATION: Outreach services are available in Darndale Village Centre every Wednesday from 9.30am to 12.30pm. Information is provided on a wide range of issues. No appointment is necessary. Please contact Jackie on 8674301 or the Darndale centre on 8771500.   VOLUNTEERS: Barnardos, Ireland’s leading children’s charity is seeking volunteers to help out in its charity shop at 33 Lower Liffey Street, Dublin 1. If you have four or more hours to spare any day from Monday to Saturday and are interested in volunteering, please contact Geraldine Goddard on 8730937 or call into the shop and ask for the manager. Full training and support will be given. SOCIAL: New Beginners’ Social Group for widowed, divorced and separated people, continues to meet on the first Tuesday of every month upstairs in Smyth’s of Fairview at 9pm. Phone 087-9603833 for further information. CHARITY: The Lifeboat Charity Shop at 178 Phibsboro Road, is open Wednesdays to Saturdays from 11am to 4pm. Sale now on. The bargains will include ladies’ clothes, cosmetics, books and prints. All proceeds go to the Royal National Lifeboat Institute (RNLI). INFORMATION CLINIC: A Citizens' Information Clinic will be held every Tuesday in Donaghmede Public Library from 10.30am-12.30pm. Free information and advice on social welfare, retirement, housing and other issues is available. No appointment is needed.   BRIDGE: Bridge classes for improvers take place on Fridays at 10am at St Mary’s Hall, Howth. There is also a bridge club on Mondays at 7.30pm. For more information, please phone 8391097.