ACTIVE RETIREMENT:

Glasnevin Village Active Retirement Association is seeking new members over 55 from Glasnevin and surrounding areas. Activities include ballroom dancing, table tennis, bowls, bridge, art, movement to music and crafts. Outings, holidays and other social events are organised. For more information phone 089-4506150 evenings 5-7pm or call into the Parish Centre, Our Lady of Dolours Church, Glasnevin, Monday mornings 10.30-11.30am.

AGM AND TABLE QUIZ:

Clontarf Gardening Society’s annual general meeting and table quiz will take place in the community centre to the rear of St John the Baptist Church, Seafield Road, on Thursday, February 23 at 8pm.

AGM:

The Annual General Meeting of the Artane/Beaumont Family Recreation Centre will take place in the centre on Thursday, March 15 at 8.30pm. Any motions or amendments to the constitution or nominations for the committee must be received no later than Monday, February 20. Full audited accounts will be available for members on February 20.

ARÍS:

Looking to buy a second-hand buggy, cot or highchair? Come to Ballywaltrim Community Centre, Boghall Road, Bray on Saturday, February 18 where lots of parents will be selling second-hand baby, toddler and maternity goods. There'll be great bargains, plenty of choice and good old-fashioned face-to-face buying and selling. For more details and a list of what'll be on sale, see www.aris-ireland.com and Facebook ‘Aris Ireland’.

ART GROUP:

A new art group for retirees and pensioners who are amateur artists and interested in painting ‘en plein air’ is being organised by Sean Quinn from the Raheny area. As well as painting outings, it is hoped the group will organise exhibition space and ultimately painting holidays in Ireland or abroad. Phone Sean on 086-3340353 or email DublinArtclub@gmail.com for more information. Also, visit www.DublinArtClub.eu
Contact: Sean
Telephone: 086-3340353
Email: Click here

ARTHRITIS:

The AGM of the South Dublin Branch Arthritis Ireland. It will be held on February 21 in FitzPatrick Castle Hotel.

AWARE MEETINGS:

Aware’s North Dublin support group for individuals with experience of depression meets every Wednesday at 7.30pm in Dominican College, Griffith Avenue. Support groups also meet in Swords and Lower Abbey Street. Aware support groups are free of charge, and can help attendees to learn more about their condition as well as coping skills to help minimise its impact on their life. For more information call Katy on 087-6462079 or visit aware.ie
Contact: Katy
Telephone: 087-6462079

BADMINTON CLUB:

Sheriff YC Badminton Club is currently recruiting both male and female players, and beginners. They meet at 8pm on Fridays at 1 Commons Street, IFSC, Dublin 1. All ages are welcome. Get fit and have fun. For more information, phone Catherine on 086-2730399. 
Contact: Catherine
Telephone: 086-2730399

BADMINTON:

Badminton has resumed for autumn at St Declan’s Boys’ School, Nephin Road, Dublin 7 on Saturday mornings from 10am-12am. League and non-league players welcome.

BADMINTON:

Sandyford Badminton Club is currently looking for new social members (male and female) to play in Naomh Olaf GAA Club, Sandyford Business Park every Wednesday night from 9-11pm. For further details contact Trish Farrelly (086-8740478) or Barbara O’Rourke (087-6617585).
Contact: Trish Farrelly
Telephone: 086-8740478

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT:

Swords Parish Bethany Bereavement Support meets on the second and last Monday of every month in the Parish Office at 42 North Street, Swords, from 8.30pm to 9.30pm. If you are suffering the pain of loss through bereavement, you are most welcome to attend the meetings. This is a free and confidential service. For more information, phone Anne (087-6549765), Brid (086-6006397), Mary (8402652) or Mary (8403266).

BOULE:

New winter times for Bushy Park Boule (Petanque) are Sunday at 11am and Wednesday at 3pm. New players welcome. See www.dublinpetanque.com or tel 086-8670953

BRIDGE:

Enjoy a sociable game of bridge every Thursday morning at 52 Grosvenor Road, Rathgar. Also bridge classes for beginners. Tel 01-2984321 or 086-8892196.
Telephone: 01-2984321

CANCER SUPPORT:

Relaxation classes resume in St Laurence’s Community Centre, Kilmacud, on Thursdays from 1 to 2pm. This is followed by tea and chat and any patients recently diagnosed with cancer can meet long-term survivors in a relaxed atmosphere. Tel 01-2885725.
Telephone: 01-2885725

CAR BOOT SALE:

It's time to clear out all that clutter, fill up that car and head for the Old Borough National School, Church Road, Swords, where there will be a Car Boot Sale in aid of St Columba's Church every Saturday from 11am to 2pm. The gates will be open for sellers from 10am. Admission is cars €10, 7-seaters/Estates €15 and vans €20.

CARD DRIVE:

Friendly Partners’ 25 Card Drive takes place every Friday at 8.30pm in CARA Community Centre, Raheny, opposite Garda Station. Admission is €10 and all are welcome.

CARERS COFFEE:

A new coffee morning for family carers in Dublin 15 begins on Thursday March 8. Meetings will be held on the second Thursday of every month at The Driaocht Theatre, Blanchardstown Centre from 10.30am to 12.00pm. Meetings will feature interesting relevant speakers and peer support. For more information call 01- 8119555.

CEILI:

Craobh Brugha Ceili will take place on Monday, February 13 at 8.30pm at Gael Scoil MideGreendale Road, Kilbarrack. Tara Ceili Band. Admission is €12. All are welcome.

CHARITY SHOP:

The Irish Deaf Society Charity Shop at 364 North Circular Road, Phibsboro, Dublin 7 is looking for donations. Donations can be collected. Phone 086-7851713 or 086-8290917 or email funds@irishdeafsociety.ie. Staff would like to say a big thank you to everybody who gives their time freely to volunteer in the charity shop and those who think of the Irish Deaf Society when donating unwanted items.
Telephone: 086-7851713
Email: Click here

CHILDCARE TRAINING:

Are you committed to pursuing a career in Childcare? Are you currently unemployed or on a CE Scheme?  Did you leave school without completing your Leaving Certificate? The Local Childcare Resource Service (LCRS) is working with the VEC to deliver a FETAC Accredited Training Programme in Childcare (from early 2012). Please contact the LCRS at childcareinfo@nspartnership.ie or phone Emma / Alison on 087-2641058 for more information. This is a free course. 
Contact: Alison
Telephone: 087-2641058
Email: Click here

CHOIR:

The award winning Dublin Male Voice Choir is welcoming new male voices. They rehearse every Wednesday in Rathgar at 8pm. For information tel Mahon Kennedy on 087-6105584 or Gerry on 014943541.

COFFEE MORNINGS:

The Irish coffee mornings have recommenced in the Le Chéile Community Centre, Donnycarney on Thursday mornings from 10.15am to 11am. The cost is €1. Everybody welcome. Phone Ben Mac Lochlainn on 01-8318997. 
Contact: Ben Mac Lochlainn
Telephone: 01-8318997

COUNSELLING:

TARGET in Donaghmede offers a one-to-one counselling service on Monday to Friday from 9.30am-1.30pm and Monday to Thursday from 6pm-9pm. For an appointment, phone 01-8670279. Childcare services are available for morning appointments by arrangement with receptionist.
Telephone: 01-8670279.

CRC EXHIBITION:

The Central Remedial Clinic (CRC) Parents and Friends Association is holding its annual exhibition of paintings on Saturday, February 25 from 11am to 7pm and Sunday, February 26 from 11am to 5pm. Admission is free. All proceeds go towards the clinic. The exhibition will be held at the CRC on Vernon Avenue, Clontarf.    

DANCE:

The Dublin Folk Dance Group has moved to St Tiernan`s Community School, Sandyford Road, and is now recruiting new members.  For information please tel 087-7601711.
Telephone: 087-7601711

DEBATING SOCIETY:

Improve your confidence and your ability to think clearly on your feet. Meet at the Teachers’ Club, 36 Parnell Square West, every second Wednesday from 8pm to 10pm. Visit www.pcds.ie for further information, phone Helen on 01-6231509 or email info@pcds.ie
Contact: Helen
Telephone: 01-6231509
Email: Click here

DESIGNER SALE:

The St Vincent de Paul shop in Malahide is holding its next designer sale on Friday February 24 from 12 noon. Anyone who donates clothing this month will get a free IKEA voucher.

DISABILITY SUPPORT:

Blanchardstown Centre for Independent Living (BCIL) supports people with disabilities in the Dublin 15 area. It’s is a non-profit organisation run by people with disabilities. BCIL is currently looking for volunteers to befriend and assist people with disabilities in the Dublin 15 area. The volunteer will meet the person at their home and assist them to go wherever they need to go. Volunteer tasks may include accompanying the person to activities such as shopping, cinema, appointments etc. It requires a commitment of two to four hours per week. All volunteers will receive training, support and supervision throughout their time at BCIL. This position would suit a person who is friendly, patient, sociable and who can be flexible. For further details call 01-8270609 or email admin@bcil.ie.
Telephone: 01-8270609
Email: Click here

DOLCE:

Mixed voice choir, prize-winners in Cork Choral Festival 2011, seeks new members for Christmas season. Practices Thursdays 8-10pm, Dominican College, Griffith Avenue. Men particularly welcome. Contact 087-2207832 or email info@dolce.ie
Telephone: 087-2207832
Email: Click here

EATING:

Overeaters Anonymous host meetings every Monday night at 7.30pm in Blackrock Parish Centre. Tel Melanie on 087-2823410 for details.
Contact: Melanie
Telephone: 087-2823410

FERTILITY:

The Fertility Support & Enhancement Network will hold its next monthly meeting on Monday, February 27 from 7.30-9pm in St Mochtas Parish Centre, Porterstown, Dublin 15. The meeting will be facilitated by fertility coach, Siobhan Boucher. Admission is free but advanced booking is necessary on 086-8243267 or siobhan.boucher@gmail.com
Contact: Siobhan Boucher
Telephone: 086-8243267
Email: Click here

FOOTBALL:

Esker Celtic Over 35s are looking for a new goalkeeper. If you fancy having a laugh, a few beers and the occasional Saturday afternoon game of football, get in touch. Contact Ron on 087-9748263.

FREE TRANSPORT:

Vantastic, in association with Fingal County Council and the Fingal Senior Citizens’ Forum, is offering a FREE door-to-door transport service to residents over 65 years in the Portmarnock, Baldoyle, Sutton and Howth areas to health appointments. The Fingal Pilot Health Route will run till December 2012. Early booking is required as places are limited. For further information, contact Vantastic on freephone 1800-242703. 
Telephone: 1800-242703

FREESTYLE DANCE:

An un-choreographed freestyle women-only dance session perfect for gym-phobics and people who like to dance in their bedrooms takes place Every Thursday from 7-8pm at DanceHouse, Foley Street, Dublin 1. The session is a club atmosphere without the alcohol and turns into a great work-out that you don't even realise you’re doing. Legwarmers optional. For more information email ddppdublin@gmail.com
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FUNDRAISER:

A Shave or Dye fundraiser in aid of St Francis Hospice will be held on Saturday, March 10 from 4pm till late in Raheny United Football Club, All Saints Drive (opposite Cara Hall). Members of the club are either shaving, dyeing or waxing to raise funds for this special cause. Come along and support and/or sponsor - free entry, music, finger food. Enquiries: Denise 086-1986945. 
Contact: Denise
Telephone: 086-1986945

GOLF CLUB MEMORABILIA:

Malahide Golf Club is seeking to collect and collate memorabilia of the club since its foundation in 1892. The club would be very grateful for any assistance in gathering material. They are asking readers to let me them know of anything relating to the club that they may hold or know about, no matter how trivial it may seem.  If a reader wishes to be accredited as the donor, or if they wish that an item should be retained but only on loan, or if they want its immediate return after recording/copying, please contact Brian Bolger on 086-2488172 or email brianbolger@ireland.com
Contact: Brian Bolger
Telephone: 086-2488172
Email: Click here

GOLF:

The ‘Thursday Birdies’ are looking for new members. They play every Thursday in Leopardstown from 11am to 1.30pm. They have two outings a year and many competitions and prizes. If you would like more information, contact Fiona Doyle on 087-6651659.
Contact: Fiona Doyle
Telephone: 087-6651659.

HOCKEY SEASON:

raining for Malahide Fingal Hockey Club takes place every Monday and Thursday from 7.30pm to 9pm at the Broomfield all-weather training facility (opposite Malahide Community School). The club plans to field four teams this season in the Leinster League and welcomes all new members. If you have any queries email malahidefingalhc@gmail.com
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LECTURE:

Howth Angling Centre, West Pier, Howth Peninsula Heritage Society lecture The Book of Kells, with some observations on the Garland of Howth by Prof. Roger Stalley, TCD on Tuesday, February 28 at 8pm. The cost is €4.

LIFE SAVING:

Have you made your new year’s resolution to do something new and exciting with your life in 2012? Why not make that new challenge saving someone’s life?  The Clonsilla Unit of Order of Malta Ireland are currently looking to recruit new members from the ages of 10 to 110. The unit consist of two groups, cadets aged 10-16 and adults aged 16 years upwards. For more information call 087-1223005, email: clonsilla@orderofmalta.ie or Facebook orderofmalta.clonsilla for details on meeting times and locations.
Telephone: 087-1223005
Email: Click here

LORETO BALBRIGGAN REUNION:

Loreto Balbriggan is holding a 50-year reunion next year for the Class of ’62. Plans are underway for the reunion in Dublin for September 2012 so if you or anyone you know attended Loreto Balbriggan that year please contact Rhya McInerney by emailing oircinnig@gmail.com Anyone who attended the school around that time is invited to attend.  
Contact: Rhya McInerney
Email: Click here

MALAHIDE TOASTMASTERS:

Malahide Toastmasters meet in the Grand Hotel, Malahide, at 8pm, on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month from September to May. Further information is available on www.malahidetoastmasters.com or contact Anne on 087-2216839 (after 7pm).
Contact: Anne
Telephone: 087-2216839

MEETING:

Sutton-Baldoyle U3A (University of the Third Age) meets on the second Wednesday of every month at Baldoyle Library from 10.45am-12.45pm.  U3A is a project within Age Action. Come along to find out more or have a look at the website u3asuttonbaldoyledublin or email u3asutbal@gmail.com
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MEN’S CLUB:

The Baldoyle Men’s Club is a newly formed group that meets every Tuesday from 7pm till 9pm in Baldoyle Badminton Centre. It is a social club that is actively seeking new members. Planned activities include bowling, walks, educational talks, fishing, men's health and advice on legal matters.  For further information call Monica or Julie at Baldoyle Resource Centre on 01-8326115.
Contact: Monica or Julie
Telephone: 01-8326115

MUSIC:

The Musical Suspects is a unique vocal harmony group, formed with the aim of singing choral music from classical, modern and show repertoire. They are performing ‘Songs For A Winter’s Night at St Ann’s Church, Dawson Street. Admission is €10.

OPERA GALA:

An evening of opera featuring well known arias, a sprinkling of romantic songs and much more will take place at 8pm in St Brigid’s Church of Ireland, Castleknock on Saturday, February 18. Performances will be by Good Works Opera and special guests and funds raised will go to Home-Start Blanchardstown, a local charity that helps families help themselves. Tickets cost €20 and are available at the Parish Office, Castleknock, open Mon –Fri 9.30-1pm (01-8200040) and also from Rachel Devlin at 086-2394387 or Mary Troy at 087-6295494. They will also be available at the door on the night. 
Telephone: 01-8200040)

OPERA:

A mesmerising evening of beautiful music blended with an absorbing story is promised in a new operatic play ‘The Weeping Flowers’ that will be staged at the Pavilion Theatre, Dun Laoghaire from March 20 to 22. Full details of the show can be found on www.theweepingflowers.com where the arias and duets featured in the show can be heard. Tickets are now on sale through the official show website or directly online at www.paviliontheatre.ie or by telephoning the Pavilion Theatre Box Office on 01-2312929.

PANTO:

Inchicore Variety Group presents ‘Cinderella’ in Arus Mhuire Hall, Oblate Grounds from Wednesday, February 15 to to Saturday 18 at 8pm and a matinee on Sunday 19 at 3pm. Admission, is e12 for adults, €10 for OAPs and €6 for children/students.

PARENTLINE:

Could you spare three hours per week to support parents? Full training will be given. Tel 1890-927277 for details.
Telephone: 1890-927277

PITCH & PUTT:

St Mary’s Ladies’ Pitch & Putt Club play every Saturday in Inisfails GAA Club. Meet from 10am to 10.15am. New members welcome. Phone Pat on 086-3505384 for more information. 
Contact: Pat
Telephone: 086-3505384

PITCH AND PUTT:

Loughlinstown Pitch and Putt Club needs new members. If there are enough people interested a beginners’ section will be formed. The website is www.loughlinstown.weebly.com or tel 086-7315198.
Telephone: 086-7315198

PORTMARNOCK ATHLETICS CLUB:

Members and volunteers are sought for a new athletics club in Portmarnock. The club has been set up in association with Athletics Ireland and will initally hold its training sessions for 7-12 year olds on Sundays from 3pm-4pm at the Portmarnock Sports and Leisure Centre, meeting by the bottle bank. If interested please phone Benny on 086-8504572, email bennyflanagan@gmail.com or Richard on 087-2266669.
Contact: Benny
Telephone: 086-8504572
Email: Click here

PUB QUIZ FUNDRAISER:

The Springdale National School Parents Teachers Association is running a fundraising pub quiz on Friday, February 24 at 8pm upstairs in the Cedars Lounge, Raheny. Admission is €40 per team. Register on the night. All are welcome. 

QUIT SMOKING:

Free Stop Smoking Support Service is available at the Darndale Belcamp Village Centre. Phone 01-8771507, John (085-8478960) or Bernie (085-8478961) for more details. All are welcome.

RAHENY TALK:

Raheny Heritage Society is holding a talk in Raheny Library on Wednesday, February 22 at 6.30pm entitled ‘The Light of Other Days, An Album of the Baldoyle Area’ by Michael Hurley local historian and author. Admission is free. All are welcome. Enquiries 086-1605099. 
Telephone: 086-1605099.

RESOURCE:

For a nominal fee, Darndale Belcamp Resource Centre provides photocopying, faxing of documents, bills, laminating, and typing of letters. You can also download documents such as, boarding passes, receipt of bookings, and email confirmation. They are based in the Bell Building. For further information call Maureen Downey or Ashling Godfrey on 01-8771500.  
Contact: Maureen Downey
Telephone: 01-8771500

REUNION:

Calling all past teachers, pupils and friends of Mother of Divine Grace School, Ferndale Avenue, Ballygall, Dublin 11. Next year, 2012 will mark the school's 50th anniversary and the school plans to have a special event to mark this great occasion. The school is looking for any memorabilia which you may have from your schooldays in MDG during these 50 years, from 1962 to date, as there are plans to include these in a display. Any school photos, reports, uniforms, copybooks or text books will be gratefully received and  anything sent will be carefully looked after and returned. Send any memorabilia to Ann Prendergast, Mother of Divine Grace Primary School, Ferndale Ave, Ballygall, Dublin 11.

SALE OF WORK:

Help send a special needs child to Lourdes for Easter by attending the sale of work in St Joseph’s Parish Hall, Terenure, from 10am to 1.30pm on Sunday, February 26. Donations and prizes for a raffle can be left with Bernadette Anderson (tel 087-6377138).
Contact: Bernadette Anderson
Telephone: 087-6377138

SENIORS:

The Darndale Belcamp Village Centre is offering a free Seniors Alert Scheme. The scheme provides grant assistance for security equipment, which will enable older people to continue to live securely in their own homes with confidence, peace of mind and independence. For more information phone 01-8771600 or email info@villagecentre.ie
Telephone: 01-8771600
Email: Click here

SINGERS:

The Frascati Singers mixed choir is currently looking for male singers. They rehearse on Wednesdays in Blackrock from 8pm to 10pm. For more details contact Joanne on 087-7722594 or Sean on 086-8233977
Contact: Joanne
Telephone: 087-7722594

SINGLES:

The Southside Social Group for unattached adults seeks additional members. Tel Deirdre on 086-3698931 or Steve on 086-8873644.
Contact: Steve
Telephone: 086-8873644

SOCIAL BRIDGE:

A Raheny-based bridge social club has vacancies for new members. They meet on Mondays at 8pm. For more information contact Brendan on 087-9654005.  
Contact: Brendan
Telephone: 087-9654005

SPRING LECTURE:

The Michael Stapleton ‘Our Dublin Adam’ lecture will be given by Dr Conor Lucey, architectural historian, in St Patrick's Parish Hall, Monkstown, on March 5 at 8pm. Admission of €5 includes refreshments. Tel 087-9537959.
Telephone: 087-9537959

SUPPORT GROUP:

 Are you living with someone who is having difficulties with alcohol, drugs, internet use or gambling? Do you feel isolated and alone because of this? Significant Other Support Group can offer you a safe place, a non-judgemental forum, where you and others who are going through similar concerns, can get together and talk. The next meeting is on Tuesday, March 6 from 1pm to 2.30pm in the Red House, Clonliffe College. All are welcome. If you would like to attend phone 01-8360911 or email susan@crosscare.ie 
Telephone: 01-8360911
Email: Click here

SUPPORT:

The Time for You Support Group for separated and bereaved men and women meets every Monday from 8-10pm upstairs in The Old Mill Tallaght. Contact John or Celine on 089-4449123 or email timeforyou1@eircom.net 
Contact: John or Celine
Telephone: 089-4449123
Email: Click here

SWORDS TOASTMASTERS:

Swords Toastmasters meet at the Carnegie Hotel, Swords, at 8pm on the second and fourth Monday of the month. Visit www.swordstoastmasters.com for more information.

SWORDS WRITERS:

SWORDS WRITERS: Are you interested in writing prose, poetry or memoir? A group of like-minded people at Swords Writers’ Group meets on alternate Wednesdays in Swords at Fingallians GAA Club. New members always welcome. Contact Fiona at swordswriters@gmail.com for more information. 

TABLE QUIZ:

A table quiz will take place in aid of Scoil Chiarain on Friday, March 9 at 8pm in Craobh Chiarain GAA Club, Donnycarney. The cost is €5 per person per table (up to six per table) Great prizes on the night. Please support the school. 

TALK:

The Irish Fuchsia & Pelargonium Society is holding a talk entitled ‘Picture Memories’, by David O’Flynn, on Thursday, February 23 at 8pm at St Brigid’s Resource Centre. Howth Road, Killester. Admission is €3 and everyone is welcome. 

THANK YOU:

CI Dún Laoghaire would like to thank everyone who contributed gifts to their Christmas Tree Appeal that was run in the Dún Laoghaire and Bloomfield's Shopping Centres in December. Several hundred gifts were collected and they worked with the Dún Laoghaire and Dundrum Lions Clubs to ensure that they were distributed to needy families in Dún Laoghaire and South Dublin. For more information on JCI Dun Laoghaire, contact Gillian on 087-1220610 or gillian.daly@jcidunlaoghaire.com
Contact: Gillian Daly
Telephone: 087-1220610
Email: Click here

THEATRE:

The Boolabus Youth Theatre meets every Saturday in the Youth Café, Senior College, Eblana Avenue from 11am to 2pm. Drama, and acting skills classes are available for 14 to 18-year-olds. Tel 01-2806147 or email dlys@ess.dlvec.ie
Telephone: 01-2806147
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VARIETY:

Grange Woodbine Variety presents ‘Live in Living Colour’ on February 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 27, 28 and 29; and March 1, 2 and 3. Tickets are now on sale. Phone Tina on 087-9182236 (after 6pm) or Mary on 087-6703236 (after 6pm).
Contact: Tina
Telephone: 087-9182236

VOLUNTEERS:

Would you like to train as a Community Mother in the Coolock area, visit a mother and her baby once a month to share ideas and information? Volunteers are invited to apply to the Community Mothers’ Programme. Make a difference in your community and learn new skills. For more information contact Marie on 01-8482956 and leave your name and contact number.
Contact: Marie
Telephone: 01-8482956

YOUTH CLUB:

Marino Foróige Youth Club meets every Friday from 7.30pm to 9pm at Carleton Hall, Marino. The club is for people aged 12 and over. Members have an opportunity to get involved in a variety of activities and games that meet their needs and interests. New members are welcome to join. Contact Bryan Gavin on 086-8519639 for more information. 
Contact: Bryan Gavin
Telephone: 086-8519639