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Lucan Planning Council
We are deeply saddened by the recent loss of our chairperson, Joe Byrne. He will be greatly missed. May he Rest in Peace.
Tom Newton and Caitríona McClean
(On behalf of the Lucan Planning Council)
Anam Cara
Anam Cara, the organisation that supports bereaved parents, will hold its monthly Parent Support Evening on Monday 13th April at 7.30pm in the Maldron Hotel, Whitestown Way, Tallaght.
This event is free and open to all bereaved parents regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death, or how recent their death was. You do not need to register in advance.
We also offer an online support group meeting. To find out more call 01 4045378 or email info@anamcara.ie
Women’s Collective Ireland – Lucan
We hope you all had a wonderful Easter. At Women’s Collective Ireland Lucan, we have just completed a very busy and positive term.
We were delighted to celebrate a fantastic International Women’s Day event and would like to sincerely thank Carroll’s Pub Lucan, Base Pizza, and Pranic Healer Katherine McKenna for their generous support and spot prizes.
Registration Morning – Next Tuesday 14th April 2026. Come along, meet the team, and sign up for our upcoming programmes.
Conversation Club
Practice English in a relaxed, friendly space.
Mon 20 April, 10:30–12:30
at Adamstown Community Centre
Community Art/ Introduction to Acrylics (ETB)
No experience needed – explore creativity.
Tue 21 April, 10:00–12:00
at Balgaddy Community Centre
Restorative Yoga (6 weeks)
Flow, breath & balance.
Wed 22 April, 10:15–11:15
at Ballyowen Community Centre | €30
Chair Yoga (6 weeks)
Gentle, accessible movement for all.
Wed 22 April, 11:30–12:30
at Ballyowen Community Centre | €30
55’s & Thriving
Social group with chats & activities.
Wed 22 April, 1:00–3:00
at Ballyowen Community Centre
Mixed Arts & Crafts (ETB)
Creative, relaxed, all levels welcome.
Wed 22 April, 10:00–12:00
at Adamstown | Limited places
Heads Up Programme (NEW)
Support for stress, anxiety & wellbeing.
Wed 15 April, 10:00–12:30, Adamstown
Coming Soon: Sustainability & Upcycling Programme
For more information , please contact Women’s Collective Ireland Lucan: Tel: 0838607947 Ballyowen Castle Youth & Community Centre, Castle Road, Ballyowen K78X6V9
Supporting women through connection, creativity, and community
Lucan Drama
The Beauty Queen of Leenane
Almost there, the actors are ready to go, the director and crew are ready to go, all the front of house crew and everyone at Lucan Drama is ready to present you with one of the greatest Irish dramas of recent years.
Are you ready to go, have you booked your tickets yet? If not, time is of the essence, there are a small number of tickets left for the show which starts Monday next, upstairs at Courtney's of Lucan Village.
A great night is guaranteed so do yourself a favour and confirm your tickets at www.gr8events.ie
We look forward to seeing you there.
Lucan Drama - Bringing Drama to your Doorstep
The Acre Project, Celbridge
Salesian College, Maynooth Rd, Celbridge
info@acreproject.com
Spring has truly sprung and with April here, we’re excited to share lots of upcoming events and announcements for the months ahead at the ACRE Project, Celbridge.
For full details of events, check out our archive copy for 12th April 2026.
Carers & Toddlers Group
Thursdays
In St. Mary’s Parish Centre,
from 9.30 to 11.30am.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Yvonne and Joan
GAEILGE
Would you like to improve your conversation Irish?
A small group of people meet in the Parish Centre every Wednesday morning at 10.30am for one hour.
Beidh Fáilte Romhat!
Lucan Senior Citizens
Wednesday 15th April: Social Morning in St. Mary’s Parish Centre, 10.30am – 12.30pm.
We hope all had a lovely restful Easter break!
Lucan Festival
Since our first Festival in 2009 with the exception of Covid, we have organized and ran a Festival every year. This year the Festival runs from Tues 1st to Sun 6th September.
On Tues and Thurs nights at 6.30pm in Lucan Library there will be an illustrated talk on local history.
Tuesday will be Lucan Dairies and Lucan Mineral Waters 1890 - 1962
Thursday, the talk will be The Linen and Iron Mills of Lucan 1700 -1870
There will also be two visits to the Historical Shackleton’s Mills.
Two forums in the Presbyterian Church for Primary Pupils to question Lucan's senior citizens on their Schooldays.
An historical guided tour of Lucan Village on Weds afternoon.
The Committee would like some volunteers to help during the week and if interested please email lucanfestival@gmail.com
Lucan Darkness Into Light
to take place in St. Catherine’s Park at 4.15am on Saturday 9th May.
Darkness Into Light 2026, proudly supported by Electric Ireland, is Pieta’s biggest fundraiser. Your local 5km walk will take place at 4:15 a.m. on Saturday, 9th of May, 2026 in St. Catherine’s Park, Lucan and will raise vital funds for the charity for suicide and self-harm prevention.
The funds raised through Darkness Into Light supports Pieta’s lifesaving free services to people in our community that have been affected by suicide or self-harm. This inspiring event also symbolises hope, as communities like ours come together to support mental health, suicide and self-harm prevention.
Register now by visiting www.darknessintolight.ie and selecting Lucan. You could also keep an eye out for us in Lucan Shopping Centre where we’ll be encouraging people to sign up for the walk.
This year is going to be even bigger and better than last year and we look forward to raising vital funds for Pieta.
Lucan Citizens Information Centre
Our telephone number is 0818 07 5090
www.citizensinformation.ie
Email lucan@citinfo.ie
Our office is located in the Ballyowen Castle Youth and Community Centre, Ballyowen, Lucan
Opening hours:
Walk-ins to see an Information Officer
Tuesday: 10am - 12pm and 2pm to 4 pm
Wednesday: None
Thursday: 10am – 12pm and 2pm to 4 pm
Reception open*
Tuesday: 10am - 1pm and 2pm - 4pm
Wednesday: 10am - 1pm and 2pm - 4pm
Thursday: 10am - 1pm and 2pm - 4pm
We are closed on Mondays and Fridays.
Citizens Information Phone Service (CIPS) is open Monday to Friday 9 am to 8pm on 0818 07 4000
MABS – the Money Advice and Budgeting Service is the State's money advice service, guiding people through dealing with problem debt for over 20 years. MABS phone service is open Monday to Friday 9 am to 8 pm on 0818 07 2000
Age Action for all Older People
Age Action are offering five hours tutoring, remotely, to anyone who needs support using their smartphone, tablet or laptop. Covering topics like how to set up an email, how to download an app, how to use video calling to see your loved ones etc.
For more information, please call 01 4756989 or email gettingstarted@ageaction.ie
ALONE
Older people need your support!
ALONE is recruiting volunteers to provide companionship and support through their Telephone Support & Befriending service for older people.
ALONE asks that interested volunteers commit to one set shift of 2 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months.
Visit alone.ie/volunteers for more information.
Lucan Newsletter Sales Outlets
Lucan Village
Collins Butchers, Main Street
Lynchs / Centra
Ballyowen / Ballydowd area
Texaco Service Station
Eurospar
Esker area
Spar Finnstown
Dodsboro area
Spar Dodsboro
Churches
St. Mary’s Church, Lucan
St. Patrick’s, Esker
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