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Lucan I.C.A.
Monday 17th November: We are having a class on Stitched Cards with Christmas in mind. Our tutor will be Breda Bohan. This is a one-day class, so we ask members to be in for 10am sharp.
Teas Hostesses are: Noreen Doolan and Geraldine Archbold.
Lucan Senior Citizens
On Wednesday 12th, Fr. Bill celebrated Mass for our deceased members, assisted by Deacon John. We also prayed for our members who are ill, or in Nursing Homes.
Thank you to Fr. Bill and Deacon John for a memorable morning. Both were warmly welcomed by all our members and committee.
Wednesday 19th: Social Morning in St. Mary’s Parish Centre from 10.30am to 12.30pm.
Esker Active Retirement Association
Over 60 members back in the club this week. Many had been in Westport for our 4-day autumn trip last week. It was a brilliant trip, we were so lucky with the weather and were able to enjoy Kylemore Abbey, Achill Island and many other beauty spots in the area.
This week we had our usual activities, followed by an hour of Tai Chi and meditation led by Eugene, and sponsored by SDCC. Extra activities for the next 3 weeks include Yoga next Wednesday.
Lucan Toastmasters
Lucan Toastmasters is a friendly, vibrant club which offers a safe environment to develop public speaking and communication skills. Our next meeting is on Thursday 20th November at 7.45pm at the Springfield Hotel, Leixlip, and guests are most welcome to join us.
Come along on the night or contact vpmlucantoastmasters@gmail.com to register your interest.
Thursday 20th November, 7.45pm
Springfield Hotel, Leixlip, W23 W280
Do you want to finally conquer your fear of public speaking?
Do you have a speech or presentation coming up that you need help with?
Do you want to make new friends?
If so, then Lucan Toastmasters is the place for you.
We meet two Thursdays of each month in the Springfield Hotel, Leixlip at 7.45 p.m. Admission is free for new guests – don’t worry, you won’t be asked to speak! Come along on Thursday next, November 20th, where a warm welcome awaits you.
For further details, follow Lucan Toastmasters on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn or contact vpmlucantoastmasters@gmail.com
Support Gaza’s Holy Family Parish
During the war in Gaza, Holy Family Parish opened its doors to over 500 people of all faiths, offering shelter and hope amidst devastation. Today, despite a fragile ceasefire, the parish continues to care for the elderly, the young, and the disabled.
The Sisters of the Holy Rosary, who lost their school in the conflict, and now live in Holy Family Parish, remain steadfast in their mission to serve.
I’ve created greeting cards featuring my hand-written icons, and 100% of proceeds will go to Aid to the Church in Need, directed to the Sisters of the Holy Rosary at Holy Family Parish.
Bernie Martin
Liffey Sound 96.4fm
Liffey Sound will begin broadcasting a very special documentary series at 6pm on Thursday the 20th of November. It's called Arthur Griffith Park, My home and Dodsboro, My home and it features lovely interviews & stories from local residents. The 10-part series is presented by Maria Murphy & Robert Neary.
Thank you to the presenters & all the contributors that made this series possible!
Liffey Sound were delighted to be able to record this important local oral history.
www.liffeysoundfm.ie or catch up on Facebook or Instagram
Liffey Sound 96.4FM- Lucan's Community Radio Station!
Anam Cara Online!
Anam Cara will be hosting an Online Bereavement Information Evening on Thursday 20th of November at 7pm for bereaved parents.
Niamh Fitzpatrick will be our guest speak for the evening, bringing together her personal experience of grief and her professional expertise as a psychotherapist. Niamh has degrees in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, and Sport Psychology and is a regular speaker with Zeminar, Shona.ie, Let’s Talk Mental Health at Work, Network Ireland, the Psychological Society of Ireland, and The Irish Hospice Foundation.
She will share her learnings and insights as she navigates her own experience of grief, having suffered a traumatic loss in March 2017, when her sister, Capt. Dara Fitzpatrick, was one of the four crew killed when Irish Coast Guard rescue helicopter Rescue 116 crashed while out on a mission. This session may be especially beneficial for parents seeking to understand their children's unique perspectives on grief, and those navigating traumatic or sudden losses.
Register for our Online Bereavement Information Evening
T: 01 4045378. N.Irl T: 028 95213120
E: i.wiessner@anamcara.ie
W: www.anamcara.ie
Set Dance/Ceili Class
in Palmerstown Parish Centre
every Monday night at 8:30pm.
Admission is €5 with tea & biscuits incl.
Ballyowen Castle Community Centre
Email: info@ballyowencommunitycentre.ie
Telephone: 01 253 6105 or 085 867 1245
Follow us on Facebook (Ballyowen Castle Community Centre) or on Instagram (ballyowen_community_centre)
What’s On at the Centre:
• Baby & Toddler Group
• Art Classes – for kids and adults
• Irish Dancing
• Yoga Classes
• Active Over 55s – Zumba classes this month, followed by tea and coffee
• Sound Bath Classes
• Good Grief Café – a supportive space for those who have been bereaved
We also have a few free slots available for renting our space. If you’re interested in hosting an event or activity, get in touch!
For more information, contact Stephen at info@ballyowencommunitycentre.ie
or call 085 867 1245.
Simply the Best!
Bringing on back the good times!
Social Club for over 50s meets every Saturday night.
Activities include social nights out and day trips.
Phone 083 3434480.
ACRE PROJECT
Maynooth Road, Celbridge (beside Salesian College)
The ACRE Gardening Club Returns!
We’re delighted to announce that the ACRE Gardening Club is back after a short summer break. Meetings on the first Friday of each month:
Friday, 5th December
If you’d like to register your interest, please get in touch. Frances@acreproject.com
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!
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
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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