QUIZ: St Paul’s Secondary School Parents’ Association is hosting a fun quiz night at the Beachcomber Pub, Killester, on Thursday, October 22, at 8pm. A table of four costs e40.

AUTUMN FAIR: The Central Remedial Clinic in Clontarf is holding an Autumn Fair on Sunday, October 11, from 11am to 4pm. Bric-a-brac, books, bread and cakes, accessories, kids’ entertainment and wheel of fortune will be available on the day. All are welcome. 

ARTHRITIS LECTURE: Arthritis Ireland is hosting a free public lecture in the Regency Hotel, Swords Road, on Tuesday, October 13, at 8pm. Professor Geraldine McCarthy, consultant rheumatologist at the Mater Hospital, will lecture about different aspects of arthritis. A question/answer session will follow the lecture. Free parking - tickets will be validated at hotel reception. All are welcome. Arthritis Ireland Helpline: locall 1890 252 846.

CHOIR: Would you like to join a mixed choir? Seafield Singers always welcomes good singers, particularly men. 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.

AGM: The committee of St Joseph’s Association for the Intellectually Disabled, Portrane, invite all parents and friends to their Annual General Meeting in the boardroom of St Ita’s Hospital at 11am on Monday, October 5. This will be a very important meeting, with the opening of Knockamann, a new 60-bed building taking place soon. It is a very important support for all the clients of St Joseph’s Service. New members are welcome to become involved in whatever way possible. For further information, contact Eamonn Tierney on 8471406 or 086-8865710.

EXHIBITION: Northsider Pat Carey, multiple Irish Photographic Federation (IPF) gold medal award winner in 2008, is holding an exhibition in Coolock Library for the month of October. Pat is a member of St Benedict’s Photography Group based in Kilbarrack.

ART EXHIBITION: A group of artists are holding an exhibition of their work at The Diamond, Main Street, Malahide, from October 2-4. Artists exhibiting include Norman Teeling, Debbie Chapman, Markey Robinson, Robert Shaw, Chris Mc Morrow, Vincent Keeling, Simon Meyler and Brian McCarthy. For further information, contact Jacinta on 087-6357137.
 
ARCHAEOLOGY WALK: An Archaeology Walk 'n’ Talk Tour, led by local historian, Brendan Mathews, will take place on Sunday, October 11, in Gormanstown, County Meath. Not only is it a magnificent landscape woven with legend and ancient places of importance but it also boasts an unspoilt stretch of beach, clear waters and is home to varied species of wildlife. Those interested are advised to meet in the car park of the Huntsman’s Inn at 2pm. All are welcome. The Huntsman is on the R132, previously known as the N1. All are welcome.

COMEDY PLAY: O’Connell Musical Society presents ‘Out of Order’, a comedy play by Ray Cooney, on Friday and Saturday, October 2 and 3, at 8pm in Scoil Mhuire, Griffith Avenue, Marino. Tickets cost e10. Book now, phone 8316433 or 087-2448413.  

VOLUNTEERS: The ABACAS School in Kilbarrack is looking for volunteers to drive the school minibus for school activities like swimming, horse riding, etc during school hours. Volunteers will have to have a clean D1 driving licence, be willing to fill out a Garda Vetting form and must have at least two references. Please call Mandy Daly on 8396705 from 9am to 3pm or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

SOCIAL MORNING: Fingal LEADER Partnership is holding an information and idea sharing event for people with disabilities on September 30 from 11 am to 1pm in Balbriggan Town Hall. Transport will be provided for clients who require it. If you would like to join the group and share your opinions, contact Sarah McNally, Disability Advocacy Worker, on 8020484 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or Sara Mc Intyre, Community Outreach Worker, 8951070 or by email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

PARENTS’ WEEK: Parentline would like you to invite you or your organisation to take part in National Parents’ Week 2009, which takes place from Monday to Sunday, October 5-11. To participate, your group can do whatever suits you – maybe a cup of coffee for your members, training, an art competition or a conference… anything to highlight the very important role that parents play in society and the valuable work you do. To register your event, email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or phone 8787230.

LECTURES: The Irish Family History Society is holding genealogy lectures on Saturday, October 3 in the Dublin City Library & Archive, Pearse Street. Registration is at 10am. Free admission. Open to all, no booking. Soupers & Jumpers: the Protestant Missions in Connemara, Miriam Moffitt; Researching in Pubic Records Office of Northern Ireland, Rob Davison; Forensic Genealogy, finding unknown heirs, Eileen O'Duill; St Enda's School Rathfarnham, a triumph or a failure? Eanna de Burca.

AUTHOR VISIT: Author of 'The Demon's Lexicon', Sarah Rees Brennan, will visit Coolock Library on Thursday, October 1 at 6.30pm. Sarah will read from her new book, which is a brilliant, fast-paced story about two brothers being hunted by magicians and demons. All are welcome, but over 12s only. For further details contact Coolock Library on 8477781 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

SOCIAL BADMINTON: Ladies, we are looking for new players for our club. We play in Portmarnock Community School every Tuesday from 8.30pm to 10.30pm. For more information, phone Eileen at 8461474.

MUSICAL SOCIETY: Are you looking for a fun pastime with a great social life? New members are invited to join Baldoyle Musical Society. We stage a pantomime and a musical production annually and have openings for male and female chorus members over 16 years of age. Don't fancy going on stage? You might be interested in joining our back stage staff or helping out 'front of house'. Rehearsals for the pantomime 'Beauty and the Beast', to be held in January 2010, commence on Monday, September 28, in St Mary's Secondary School, Baldoyle at 8pm. Please contact Karl at 086-8146531 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it for further information.

AGM: Fingal Community and Voluntary Forum will be hosting its AGM on Saturday, October 10, in the Carnegie Court Hotel, Swords. All registered members welcome and light refreshments will be served. The Forum will also be holding its elections in October and all members will be contacted shortly. If you would like further information please contact Olive Black on 8905618 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

BIBLE TALKS: A series of talks from the Bible are being given at Balbriggan Combined Clubs Community Centre Dublin Street, Balbriggan, every Tuesday from 8-9pm. These talks are free.


SINGERS: The Dublin Airport Singers are looking for new members. First sopranos, tenors and basses are especially needed, but all voices are very welcome. The choir’s musical director is Paul Deegan. Weekly practice takes place at St Vincent de Paul Primary School, Griffith Avenue, every Tuesday at 8pm. For more information, phone Kathryn on 087-9592703. 


CHESS: Portmarnock Chess Club is seeking new members (juniors 7.30pm and adults 8.30pm) for their meetings every Thursday. The club, which has been in existence since 1971, caters for all types of players from casual and social to highly competitive. The club competes in Dublin Community Games and the Leinster Chess Leagues with weekend tournaments also a feature. For further details, contact Denis Kelleher on 085-1690101.

TOASTMASTERS: Malahide Toastmasters meet at the Grand Hotel, Malahide, at 8pm, on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Phone Liam on 087-2696260 for more details.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS: Is food a problem for you? Do you eat when you’re not hungry? Do you go on eating binges for no apparent reason? Is your weight affecting the way you live your life? Phone Overeaters Anonymous on 2788106 or visit
www.oa.org

PLAYERS WANTED: Drumondra Football Club is looking for players for its Under 12 schoolboys’/girls’ team, born year ending 1997. Training takes place every Monday and Thursday at 7pm at Clonturk Park, Richmond Road. Contact Alan on 085-1148729 for more information.

WANTED: Collector seeks Irish picture postcards, old and not so old, used or unused. Also, Irish aviation picture postcards and Aer Lingus memorabilia. Please contact John on 8378898.

BOXING EVENT: Are you up for the fight against Motor Neurone Disease? The Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association (IMNDA) is looking for people to swap their office chair for the thrill of the boxing ring on Friday, November 13. This is your chance to participate in six weeks of free intensive boxing training provided by experienced and internationally renowned coaches at Dublin’s National Boxing Stadium and then show off your fighting skills at the IMNDA's White Collar Boxing Tournament at Croke Park. This event is in association with www.whitecollarboxing.ie To participate or for more information, phone 8730422 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

WANTED: Old spectacles or sunglasses to help those less fortunate than ourselves in the developing countries to see better. Please post or drop in your unwanted spectacles or sunglasses to Supersavers Opticians in Talbot Street (8363051) or Raheny Shopping Centre (8187918).

CROSSCARE: Crosscare Carer Support Programme will be holding a morning Yoga class in the Balbriggan area for beginners mid September, to help relaxation and reduce stress. The class is free of charge but numbers are limited. Funded through Dormant Accounts. Contact Nora or Rosemary, Crosscare Carer Support Programme, on 8360011 for further information.

BRIDGE: Afternoon Bridge in aid of the Little Sisters of the Poor, Sybil Hill, Raheny, takes place every Monday from 2pm to 4.30pm. All grades welcome. Novice and Improvers’ section is separate. For more information, phone Peter on 8339797 or 087-9344795.

WEBSITE: Struggling to find out where kids’ classes are on or to think of things to do with the kids at the weekend in North Dublin? Visit www.mykidstime.ie for more information.

WOMEN’S GROUP: A new intercultural women’s group is being established in the Swords area, which will initially meet on a monthly basis. The group is open to women from all backgrounds. For further information, contact Atinuke Diya on 085-7065797 or Sara McIntyre, Fingal LEADER Partnership on 8951070/086-1718002 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

VOLUNTEERING: Are you interested in helping your community to improve services and opportunities? Lá go Bhrí is a community childcare service based in the Mourne View Estate, Skerries. The management committee is seeking new members to become involved in the running of the service. If you are interested in volunteering please contact Helen on 8020484 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information.

PLAYERS REQUIRED: Killester Basketball Club seeks boys and girls born between 1999 and 2002 to play on its youngest teams. For more information phone Mark on 086-0314465, email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit www.killester.com

INVITATION: Girls who want to have fun should join Scoil Uí Chonaill GAA Club, 95 Clontarf Road (opposite the old baths). There are teams for every age from nursery to ladies, and girls are particularly required for Under 11 and 14 teams. It’s a great way to make new friends and develop a new skill. Boys and men are also catered for in hurling and football and new members are very welcome. For further information contact PRO Niamh Crowe at 8333599.

CHILDCARE: The Childcare Bureau is a local childcare resource centre providing support and training to childcare workers, childminders, parent and toddler groups and parents. If you are interested in availing of childcare training or require support and information, please contact Alison on 8675244 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Advice and training is provided free of charge.
CHOIR: The Dublin City Council Choir is a mixed choir drawn from all over the city. They rehearse from 5.30pm to 7.30pm every Thursday at the Civic Offices, Wood Quay, and would welcome people who enjoy raising their voices in song and meeting likeminded people.

UNEXPECTED PREGNANCY: Unexpected Pregnancy is hard to face. If you need help or support, contact CURA. Phone in confidence. All services are free.
Phone 1850 622 626 or 6710598 or visit www.cura.ie for more information.

ARTISTS: Original art from local artists is on show at St Sylvester’s GAA Hall, Malahide, every Sunday, from 12 noon to 6pm and in Café Provence. For more information, visit www.irish-art.com/artalley

STROKE SCHEME: The Volunteer Stroke Scheme Northside is appealing for volunteer drivers and helpers for their stroke clubs held in Kilbarron Court every Monday and Wednesday from 10.30am to 12.30pm. Please send your applications to: The Volunteer Stroke Scheme 249, Crumlin Road, Dublin 12, or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Phone 4559036.

WRITERS: Trinity Writers’ Group is currently looking for new members. The group has been in existence since 1991 and have produced several collections of poetry and short stories. It is a friendly group where members meet and chat, read poetry, short stories or a section of a novel they may be working on. It’s optional to read or not. The group meets at 6.30pm on the first Thursday of the month in the back room of Donaghmede Library.

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.

TOASTMASTERS: Fingal Toastmasters Club meets at the Marine Hotel Sutton on alternate Mondays at 8.15pm. For more details, phone 8451840.

AL-ANON: If you are troubled by someone else's drinking, there are weekly meetings taking place throughout Dublin, including Abbey Street, Gardiner Street, Stanhope Street, Ballymun, Blakestown, Cabra, Coolock, Finglas, Killester, Malahide, Raheny, Sutton and Swords. For details of the meeting nearest you, contact Al-Anon Family Groups Information Centre, 5 Capel Street, Dublin, on 8732699. Alternatively, email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit www.al-anon-ireland.org

NEW GROUP: A new group for mature single people has been formed in north county Dublin. The group is for people in their 30s or 40s who want to meet new people for dining, cinema, nights out and maybe even daytrips or weekends away. You must be single/divorced/separated, with or without kids. The group meets once a month for drinks on a Saturday night at various venues on the Northside, where the setting up of other events is discussed. For more information, visit www.meetup.com/NSSN35/

HISTORY: Are you interested in the history of Coolock and surrounding areas? You are invited to join a new local history group in Coolock Library. Meetings take place on the first Tuesday of every month at 6.30pm in the library. No particular skills are needed and all are welcome. For further details phone 8477781 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

TODDLERS: A Parent & Toddler Group meets at St Gabriel's Parish Centre, Clontarf, every Monday from 10.30am to 12 noon except during school holidays. Open to pre school children. Parents and childminders are welcome. Enquiries to 087-9383772.

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.

BEREAVEMENT: A Bereavement Support Group meet 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.

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.
BRIDGE: Absolute beginners are welcome to join new classes for Bridge in Inchicore and Kilnamanagh. Expert tutoring available. Tel Brian or Liz on 4501541.

CANCER SUPPORT: Yoga and relaxation classes are held in St Laurence Community Centre, Kilmacud, Stillorgan from 1.30 to 2.30pm each Thursday. Tel 2885725.

BADMINTON: A friendly game of badminton is held in St Laurence Community Centre every Thursday from 10 to 11am.

FIRST AID: The St John Ambulance hosts a First Aid course on Tuesday, September 29 at Brigade HQ, 29 Upper Leeson Street. Tel 6688077 for further details.

PUB QUIZ: The Concern Worldwide pub quiz moves on to the following pubs this week: On Wednesday, September 30, Nancy Hand’s, Parkgate Street and on Thursday, October 1, Brady’s of Shankill. On Saturday, October 3, it takes place in The Eagle House, 18 – 19 Glasthule Road, Glasthule. On Monday, October 5 the quiz is in The KCR House, Kimmage; The Ocean Bar, Millennium Tower, Charlotte Quay Dock, Dublin 4; On Tuesday, October 6, The Blu Bar, The Square in Tallaght; The Mullingar House in Chapelizod and The Red Cow. The winners in these pubs will go forward to a regional final then on to a grand final. The overall winners will head out to Las Vegas for a four night super holiday. The money raised will contribute towards Concern’s programmes in the 28 countries where it works. The overall prize for the best team is a trip to Las Vegas staying in the four star planet Hollywood. The trip is sponsored by Sunway Travel. Everyone who participates will receive a goodie bag from Sunway.
 
BIRDS: The South Dublin branch of Birdwatch Ireland will host a talk by Dermot McCabe on ‘Birds and tigers - an Indian Wildlife tour’ at the Kingston Hotel, Dun Laoghaire on Tuesday, October 6 at 8pm.

OVEREATING: Do you obsess about food and weight all the time? Do you try to control food and weight constantly? Do you throw up, starve yourself, binge on a regular basis? Do you feel isolated, scared and think no one else acts and feels around food the way you do? If so tel 2891599/mob 087 2390595 or go to www.obsessiveeatersanonymous.org

HALLOWEEN: A fancy dress party will take place in Newpark Sports Centre on Friday, October 30 from 7 to 9pm with all proceeds going to Temple Street Hospital. Tickets can be purchased at the reception from Monday, October 5.

ART: The Ballinteer Art Group is holding an exhibition of paintings in Rathfarnham Castle until Sunday, October 4 from 10am to 4pm each day.
 
BARBERSHOP: A new barbershop choir has started in St Tiernan’s Community School, Parkvale, Balally, Dundrum. Membership is open to those aged 14 and upwards (adults particularly welcome) and no previous experience is needed - just a love of singing. Rehearsals are held every Wednesday from 7 to 9pm in the school library. For more information, contact Paula at: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or on 0871208085 (after school hours) on any day.

THEATRE: The Bool­abus Youth Theatre and Film Group meets every Saturday in Dun Laoghaire from 11am-2pm. Age group is from 15 to 20. New members welcome. Phone Lorraine on 2806147 or 0879401189.

BOOKS: On Saturday, October 3 the October First Saturday Book Sale in aid of the Shankill Old Folks Association and Meals on Wheels takes place between 10am and 1pm in the Shankill Old Folks Association Centre, Lower Road, Shankill. Donations of books appreciated.

MASS: Evening Mass in St Anne's Church, Shankill, on Wednesday, September 30 at 7.30pm will be offered up for deceased members of the 21 Inf Bn FCA. All former unit members are invited to attend.  

SPORTS: The DLR Community 5K 2009 is taking place on Sunday, October 11 at 1pm in the Loughlinstown area. This new fun event is a great opportunity for all ages and abilities to be active, get families and groups together and raise some money for a local charity or group. To register or find out more information contact Dún Laoghaire Rathdown Sports Partnership office on 2719502, email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or check out the website www.dlrsportspartnership.ie

TOYS: A toy fair for collectors/enthusiasts takes place on Sunday, October 4 from 10.30 to 3.30pm in Bray Wheelers Clubhouse, Schools Road, near the fire station. Tel 4576751/2851308.

BIBLE STUDIES: On the Book of Hebrews takes place in the Bethany Church, 16 Whitehall Close, (off Whitehall Road), Terenure on Sundays, October 4, 11, 18, and November 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 7pm – 8pm. Tel 4558796.

PARENTS: Individuals and groups are invited to take part in National Parents Week 2009 from Monday 5 to Sunday, October 11. To register your event for National Parents Week email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or tel 8787230.

CAR BOOT SALE: A car boot sale in aid of the Niall Mellon township Trust will take place at Our Lady of the Wayside NS, Ballybetagh Road, Kilternan, on Sunday, October 11 from 11am - 4pm. Entrance for cars is e15 (no vans). For further information contact 0878278672.
 
EXHIBITION: Ballinteer Art Group is holding an exhibition of paintings in Rathfarnham Castle until Sunday, October 4 from 10am to 4pm.

CHOIR: A new (mixed voice) choir is being formed in the Templeogue/Rathfarnham/Greenhills area. Repertoire will include popular, standards, gospel. Auditions will be held in early October with a view to starting rehearsals immediately. If you are interested in auditioning contact Maria on 4909751 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

LECTURE: The Irish Family History Society is holding lectures on Saturday, October 3 in Dublin City Library & Archive, Pearse Street. Registration at 10am. Free admission, open to all, no booking. Includes ‘Soupers & Jumpers: The Protestant Missions in Connemara’ and ‘Researching in Public Records Office of Northern Ireland. Tel 8314729.

ARTS: The Kilmainham Arts Club meets on Monday, October 5 from 7.30 to 10.30pm at Patriots Inn, Kilmainham.

CAMERA FOUND: A digital camera was found on Dollymount Beach during the summer. Its memory card contains many photographs which may help confirm ownership. Phone 8325599 or 087-6780889.

PARENTS WEEK: National Parents Week runs from Monday October 5 to Sunday October 11. Local groups and organisations are invited to take part. To participate, groups can do whatever suits them– maybe a cup of coffee for members, training, an art competition or a conference, anything to highlight the very important role that parents play in society and the valuable work you do. The purpose of National Parents Week is to celebrate the role of parenting, provide information and support on various aspects of parenting and build awareness for the many organisations supporting parents. To register an event for National Parents Week email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 8787230.

SPECIAL NEEDS CLUB: The Rainbow Junior Arch Club offers fun and friendship for children under 12 with special needs, and their siblings. The club is run by parents, and is based at Scoil Chiaran, St Canice’s Road, Glasnevin, Dublin 11. It takes place on term time Saturdays from 3-5pm. Ring 085-1289342 for more details, or check out www.rainbowjuniorarchclub.com.

FINGAL VOLUNTEERS:  The Fingal Community and Voluntary Forum will be hosting its AGM on Saturday October 10 in the Carnegie Court Hotel, Swords. All registered members welcome and light refreshments will be served. The forum will also be holding its elections in October and all members will be contacted shortly. If you would like further information please contact Olive Black on 8905618 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

FOOD PROBLEMS: Is food a problem for you? Do you eat when you’re not hungry? Do you go on eating binges for no apparent reason? Is your weight affecting the way you live your life? Call Overeaters Anonymous on 2788106 or visit www.oa.org.

TALKING: Castleknock Toastmasters Club meets upstairs in Myo's pub in Castleknock on the first and third Thursday of each month. It’s a lively and active club providing an opportunity for overcoming shyness in speaking to an audience and improving existing skills in a comfortable and stimulating environment. Members are welcoming, friendly and sociable. Anyone over 18 is invited to come along to a meeting and observe before deciding to join. The club will host an area competition on October 1 in Castleknock Hotel. For further information ring Jenny O'Halloran on 087-7605422.

PITCH AND PUTT: Our Lady of Victories Pitch and Putt Club have an opening for new members, male and female. For further information contact Pat on 086-8882853.

SPECIAL NEEDS ATHLETICS: North City Striders Special Olympics Athletics Club is inviting anybody with special needs to train with them. The club currently trains one evening a week. Volunteers are also needed, particularly anybody with experience in athletics, but enthusiasm and patience are the main requirements. For further information contact Kieran on 086-4059142.

SPECS WANTED:  Old spectacles or sunglasses that can help those less fortunate than ourselves see better are needed in the developing world. Please post or drop in your unwanted spectacles or sunglasses to Supersavers Opticians in Talbot Street (corner of Talbot Street and Gardiner Street) or in Raheny Shopping Centre.

BOOKS: Ballymun Book Exchange runs on the first Thursday of every month in Ballymun Civic Centre between 9.30am and 1.30pm. Next meeting is on Thursday, October 1. The idea is to bring a book and exchange it for another, free of charge. The aim is to help and encourage more people to read. Since February, Book Exchange has just grown bigger and better, and the extensive collection of adult and children’s books makes finding a book easy. For more information, or to make book donations, contact the Education Section of Ballymun Whitehall Area Partnership on 8423612 or email damien@bally mun.org.

NORDIC WALKING: A new Nordic Walking group is holding walks in the Phoenix Park every Saturday and Tuesday evening. 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. 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