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Sarsfield Park Residents Association
There hasn’t been much progress on the development in 62 due to no management presence on site - unfortunately the end date appears to be pushing out into new year but we will live in hope.
The Council have also decided that the entrance to our estate is dangerous and needs to be made narrower. We have made representations to the council we have had been promised with a meeting. Planned works schedules during July Aug for lower impact to school traffic.
Dates for Calendar:
Next residents meeting 24 Jun 2030 in Kenny’s lounge, and 24 Sept, 18 Nov.
All welcome
Lucan ICA
We will meet on Monday 9th June to continue our chicken scratching cushions that the ladies are making, they are all enjoying the class.
Tea hostesses are Noreen and Maura.
Lucan Senior Citizens
Wednesday 11th June – Outing to the Arboretum Garden Centre leaving lay-by at 10 o’clock.
Lucan Active Retirement Association
We went to Fairyhouse Racecourse last week, where we had our own box, programme and a meal.
A great day out was had by all with some winners and others just breaking even on the day. Our next outing is to the Tina Turner Tribute later this month.
Why not come and join us. We meet in St. Andrew's Parish Centre, Main Street, Lucan, on Thursdays 11.30 - 2.30am. Lots of activities to enjoy. Scrabble, Cards, Bowls, Coffee, Cake and the chat. New members always welcome, come and join us in a friendly atmosphere and meet new friends.
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 12 June 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 12 June 2025, 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, June 12th, where a warm welcome awaits you.
For further details, follow Lucan Toastmasters on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn or contact vpmlucantoastmasters@gmail.com
Anam Cara
Anam Cara, the organisation that supports bereaved parents, will hold its monthly Parent Support Evening on Monday 9th June 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
Please note that this will be the last meeting before we break for the summer in July and August. We will recommence on 8th September
Adult Education
The Adult Education Service in Lucan Education Centre, on Esker Hill are currently enrolling for free and flexible part-time courses commencing in September 2025. The Return to Education Programme courses are at times to allow you to choose between one and four different subjects to fit around your busy life. Each subject is 4 hours, 1 morning per week. This can lead to QQI qualification.
The following subjects are available this term:
Spanish for Beginners
Introduction to Microsoft Excel (Spreadsheets)
Career Preparation / CV and Interview Skills
Business English Language Skills
Data Entry – Improving Keyboard Skills
Office Skills
Business Administration
Word Processing (Advanced)
Social Studies (Introduction to Sociology)
Payroll Using Sage Software
For more details, contact lorrainekavanagh@ddletbaes.ie
or call 01 6283557
Primrose Hill Gardens
is an old-world garden with many different plants in flower
Open 1st June – July 4th, and Heritage Week 16th August – 24th August.
Open daily from 2pm – 6pm
Adults 6.00 euro. Children Free.
Top of Primrose Land, Lucan. Post Code K78L1W9
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)
Baby & Toddler: Our group will be back on Monday 11-12.30
Active over 55's: Come join us on Thursdays for some active fun. Physical activity can be fun, social and a little bit competitive. The games are accessible and inclusive for all. Let’s celebrate your abilities. The games will include Flisk (Disk throw), Malai (cornhole) and Scidils (Bowling). We may also have some prizes at the end of the 3 weeks. Stay for a cup of tea and a chat.
Starting June 12th 1pm-3pm for 3 weeks.
Volunteers: As the centre is growing, we are looking for the help of locals. If you have some spare time and would like to volunteer at some of our events please get in touch.
Room booking: Would you like to book a room in the centre for a meeting or a group activity? We have some availability and offer competitive rates. Email us to make a booking.
Minder & Toddler Group
Thursdays
In St. Mary’s Parish Centre,
from 9.30 to 11.30am.
All Welcome!
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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