About Rathfarnham June/July '09

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Issue 8: June / July 2009

Plus Local News & Events, Tarot-Scopes, Recipes and much more!

Here Comes the Sun!

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS-Check Out Our Local

Summer Camps Special!

Pimp Your CV – Sell Yourself

Effectively

Get Your Summer Wardrobe Capsule

THE MARLAY IS A SUPERB NURSING HOME IN RATHFARNHAM, DUBLIN 16. SINCE RECEIVING OUR FIRST RESIDENTS IN 2007, WE HAVE BUILT AN EXCELLENT REPUTATION BY PROVIDING QUALITY LONG AND SHORT TERM CARE IN THE GREATER DUBLIN AREA.

The Marlay is a modern and luxurious facility offering the highest standards of nursing home care at affordable prices.

We are located just off the M50 motorway, within easy reach of Dublin City and the surrounding areas.

Plans: Long term and short term care. Dementia/Alzheimer care, convalescent and respite care.

Facilities: Library, internet and computer access. Hairdressing and beauty salon. Oratory – Mass and regular Church Services.

Care: Individualised Care Planning. High staff to patient ratio. 24 hour nursing and medical care teams. House Doctor and Doctor on-call service. Nutritionist, Physiotherapist, Chiropodist. Choice of complementary therapies.

Catering: Superior cuisine with our highly experienced Chef. Nutritious menu choices for all meals.

Activities: A varied daily activity programme. Regular outings overseen by our full time activity co-ordinators. Cost: excellent value.

Contact: For enquiries, to arrange a tour or to request a brochure, please contact:Sue Cameron, Director of Operations, The Marlay, Kellystown Road, Rathfarnham, Dublin 16.

Telephone: 01 499 4444 [email protected] www.themarlay.com

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Welcome to the June / July issue of About Rathfarnham

Here comes the sun! Well, we can but hope thatJune will be bursting out all over!

To kick-start the Summer, Personal Stylist JaniceCoyne has some great advice on creating theperfect Summer Capsule Wardrobe (page 38).Sound advice, regardless of your plans for themonths ahead.

With only a few weeks to go the school holidayswe have a comprehensive guide on the LocalSummer Camps (Pgs 24 - 30), which havesomething to suit all tastes from young childrento teens alike. Every single course is basedlocally, with something to suit everyone fromsport to cooking, arts & crafts to languages.Check it out!

In addition to our regular features, localbusinesswoman Yvonne Farrell of PeakAchievement has some great advice on How toSell Yourself (pg 32), for those of you who maybe looking for new employment.

Don’t forget it’s Father’s Day on Sunday 21stJune. This year, instead of the staple stand-by’sof socks and aftershave, why not think of giftthat will keep on giving? (see pg 42).

As I take a well deserved break in the Summer,the next Rathfarnham issue will be the Sept/Octissue. Until then, enjoy the Summer and don’tforget to cast your vote in the local elections on5th June!

Best Regards,

Fiona

About Local Nursing Home -

Taking Tea at the Marlay...............................6

About Local Business - A2Z Taxis................19About Supporting Enterprise - Helping You Grow or Start a Business.........8About Recipe - Sea Bass with Fennel &

Tomatoes ......................................................10

About Interior Design –

Getting Value from Interior Design ...........12

About Local Business Profile:

Dillon Solicitors ............................................14

About Crossword – Legal Theme! ..............16

About Local Entrepeneurs -

Ourweddingjourney.ie.................................18

About Gardening -

Round The Garden in June .........................20

About Local Summer Camps................22- 30

About Employment - Selling Yourself! .......32

About Local Events –

Rathfarnham Roundup .....................34,35,36

About Style -

Capsule Wardbrobe for the Summer.........38

About Wordsearch – Wimbledon Theme!36

About Computers – Get Dad on Line! ...... 42

Tarot-scopes for June by Mags ...................44

Index .............................................................46

Copy deadline for the Sept/Oct issue:14th August

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Distribution5000 homes including: Aranleigh, Barton Rd,Beaufort, Bodendale, Dargle, Eden, Glendoher,Hermitage, Llewellyn, Longwood, Loreto, Marley, Manor Rise, Moyville, Owendoher, Stonepark, Whitecliff, Willbrook.

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ABOUT LOCAL BUSINESS

Taking Tea at The Marlay

Alzheimer’s Tea day was marked on May7th in The Marlay Nursing home withresidents, visitors and staff enjoying tea,home-made cakes and music while raising€1,000 for the Alzheimer's Society.

It also was also an opportunity to invite localresidents to come and see at first hand thenursing home and its wonderful facilities.“Serving and being part of the localcommunity is very important to us” said SueCameron, Director of Operations at theMarlay.

“This is the second time this year we haveinvited people to come and visit us. Werecently held an Open Day at which over 70people dropped in to see us. Giving peoplethe opportunity to see the home and itsfacilities, talk to staff and ask questionswithout obligation was welcomed by thosewho came. With an ageing population mostof us know someone who is caring for anolder relative and while thankfully most of uswill live out our lives at home it is good toknow that there is somewhere within thecommunity available for those of us who mayat some time need care within a residentialsetting. The feedback from the day was verypositive and possibly the most frequent andnicest comment being that it didn’t feel like aNursing Home!” .

Sue went on to say “Nursing Homes over theyears have improved and The Marlay is one ofthe Nursing Homes developing and leadingthe changes not only in the standard of careit provides but also in the areas of activitiesand dining. Our diverse activity programmeincludes art and music therapy for the soul,while our beauty and complementarytherapies look after the body”.

“Food is one of life’s pleasures and our menuchoices prepared by our excellent chefs,trained in nutrition ensure that mealtimes arehigh on the list of enjoyable experiences. Thebackbone of any Nursing Home is its staff andhere in The Marlay we are fortunate to have avery experienced team lead by the Director ofNursing Colette Clabby who is also local tothe area.”

The Marlay opened its doors in 2007 toresidents who require long term NursingHome care. It also serves people who requireConvalescence care following a stay inhospital and Respite care for those who areusually cared for in their own home but needa short time in a Nursing Home.

For more information or to arrange a visitto see around contact Sue or Colette on 01 499 4444. They would be delighted towelcome you.

by Fiona Tuomey


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ABOUT LOCAL ENTERPRISE

South Dublin County Enterprise Boardworks to develop and promoteentrepreneurial culture and activity inthe county, including that of ouryounger population. We believe that aspirit of entrepreneurship should benurtured and encouraged in ouryouth, where starting a business isincreasingly seen as a valid career pathto which many will aspire. Byproviding our young people withencouragement backed up with anintroduction to the necessary skills, webelieve they will respond and becomethe entrepreneurs of the future or atleast bring valuable enterprising skillsto any career that they pursue.

For this reason we have been organising andsponsoring a number of youth enterpriseactivities in the county for many years nowwhere many thousands of young people haveparticipated in our enterprise educationalprogrammes.

At primary level we organise and support theBi Gnothach Enterprise Education Programmefor 5th and 6th class students who, workingas a class team, learn all about setting up andrunning a successful enterprise, as well asexplore the world of work and ethics / fairtrade issues.For over a decade, South Dublin CountyEnterprise Board has been offering secondlevel students the opportunity to set up reallife businesses in the home, school andcommunity marketplace by organising theStudent Enterprise Awards. For moreinformation see www.studententerprise.ie

And this year South Dublin County EnterpriseBoard is proud to sponsor the StudentSynergy Awards in IT Dublin in Tallaght as webelieve that these third level students are the

potential entrepreneurs of the future.

As well as working to develop and promotean entrepreneurial culture among our youth,South Dublin County Enterprise Board hasbeen the first port of call for anyone wishingto start or expand a business in the countysince 1993.

Our supports include:

= Business advice= Training= Mentoring= Financial Assistance= Networking= Enterprise Education in schools

/ college= Promotional events

Micro enterprises are defined as thoseemploying 10 or less. For more informationcall the South Dublin County Enterprise Boardat 01 405 7073 or visit the websitewww.sdenterprise.ie.

South Dublin County Enterprise Board’scovers the administrative area of SouthDublin County Council. There is a CountyEnterprise Board for each local authorityarea in the country.

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Fennel and tomatoes are gently served withwine, herbs and garlic and then topped withpan-fried sea bass. A tasty combination of classicMediterranean ingredients.

Ingredients:For the sea bass:4x170g/6oz fillets of sea bass, skin on 1 tbsp olive oilsalt and freshly ground black pepper

For the slow cooked fennel and tomatoes:4 fennel bulbs, tough outside leaves removed175ml/6fl oz extra virgin olive oil400g can of chopped tomatoes 1 head of garlic, split into cloves and peeled150ml/5fl oz boiling water120ml/4fl oz dry white wine 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano leaves24 black olives, stoned and halved2 tbsp balsamic vinegar12 basil leaves

Method1. Preheat the oven to 170C/325F/Gas 3.2. Slash the skin of the sea bass fillets and place in the fridge.3. Cut the fennel lengthways into quarters. Heat the oliveoil in a heavy-based ovenproof pan and add the fennel.Cook the fennel over a medium heat, turning frequently,for 20 minutes or until starting to brown. 4. Add the tomatoes, garlic, boiling water, wine, oreganoand some black pepper. Bring to the boil, cover and cookin the oven for 1½ hours. 5. Remove the pan from the oven and add the olives,balsamic vinegar and basil leaves. Place on a low heat,season and simmer gently.6. Take the sea bass from the fridge, rub the surface withthe olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Heat a largefrying pan. Add the sea bass fillets, skin side down andcook for 3-4 minutes until the skin is crisp. Turn the filletsover and cook for a further minute or until the fish is justcooked through.7. Place a spoonful of the fennel and tomatoes into thecentre of each plate and top each with a piece of sea bass.

ABOUT RECIPE

Sea Bass with Slow Cooked Fennel and Tomatoes


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ABOUT INTERIOR DESIGN

Getting Value From Interior Design

Many home owners would love totransform their homes with the help ofan Interior Designer but most think onlypeople with big properties and evenbigger budgets can afford one! In fact,by contracting an Interior Designer asaving of 15% to 25% can be made ofthe total interior spend - even afterpaying their fee. Concept DesignInteriors, in Rathgar, specialise inhelping clients make the most of theirproperties while avoiding costlymistakes.

Established by Karen O’Rourke in 1999Concept Design Interiors advises homeowners and property developers on howto achieve a quality and designed finish totheir properties. Karen explains “wesource everything for clients - from kitchensinks and bathroom suites to curtains,paints and wall coverings to plumbers andelectricians. We offer value by passing ontrade prices, available to us, so thatrefurbishments can be done on ashoestring budget - allowing owners putvalue into their homes and for landlords toobtain higher rental incomes and the besttenants.”

In recent boom times Concept Designworked on up to six show house andapartments a week. “Because of this westill receive a lot of business through wordof mouth. But with the shift in marketconditions, we find refurbishments makesup the bulk of our business today.”

Karen O’Rourke grew up in Rathfarnhamand went to school in Notre Dame. Shereceived her first business training workingin her father’s Newsagents “Willies” onBarton Drive. After leaving school Karenbegan her design career working forIreland’s leading couturier Ib Jorgensenbefore graduating with a degree in Designfrom the National College of Art andDesign. She went on to design for wellknown brands such as Laura Ashley andBrown Thomas. Concept Design Interiorshas worked on properties in the BeaconSouth Quarter and multiple large scaledevelopments nationwide for Kingscroft.

Karen continues “We project manage forclients by engaging and overseeing workdone by craftsmen. We can even sourcesought-after items like dining tables andchairs through our sister companyTimeless. We also can advise clients onhow to make their homes more energyefficient leading to further savings forthem.”

“Recently a home owner gave us the keysof their property while they went on a twoweek holiday. In consultation with themwe agreed what was required and handedback the keys to a brand new interiorfinish when they returned from theirholiday. Our clients trust us and that iswhy we have been successful in businessfor the last ten years.”

To arrange a consultation call Karentoday at 01 498 4870 / 086 263 9751www.conceptdesigninteriors.com

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Dillon Solicitors On The Move!

After sixteen years operating from theMain Street in Dundrum, Dillon Solicitorshave moved to impressive new offices inthe Nutgrove Office Park in Rathfarnham(behind where Homebase used to be).

Commenting on the move, Brendan Dillon, whoset up the firm 16 years ago, said “While it is sad tobe leaving Dundrum, the move was necessary dueto the expansion of the firm over the last few yearsand the need to offer our clients the best possibleservice. We were anxious to stay close to our clientbase and to hold onto the same contact numbers.We have much more space in Rathfarnham, ourmeeting facilities are much better and we have freeparking for our clients.”

Since acquiring the firm of Anne Colley & Co.(Anne Colley is still a Consultant with the firm) thefirm has almost doubled in size. According toBrendan this has enabled the firm to offer a moreefficient service as well as broadening the range ofservices offered to its substantial client base.“While we continue to offer the traditional servicesin the area of property sales and purchases,refinances, wills, probate and litigation, we havesubstantially increased our client base in three keyareas – Family Law, Employment Law and BusinessLaw”.

In relation to Family Law, Brendan commented“The break-up of a marriage is traumatic and canbe very difficult for both spouses and particularlythe children. Virtually all of our Family Law workcomes from referrals from existing clients, becausethey felt we understood their difficulties and workedhard for them to bring about a fair but workableoutcome which allows both parents to move onand protects the children as much as possible.”

Dillon Solicitors have also developed a strongreputation in the area of Employment Law. Brendan explained “Barbara Sherry heads up ourEmployment Law Section and advises employers

and employees on all employment mattersincluding Employment Audits for our employerclients, which involves a thorough health check ontheir employment contracts, policies andprocedures.”

In the area of Business Law Brendan commentedthat the firm’s main focus is on SMEs. “This is an area which we have developed, partic-ularly over the last year. Pauline Horkan does mostof the Business Law work and this includes advisingbusiness start ups (the firm has recently launched aBusiness Start Up package for only €499.00 plusVat)”.

For more information on how Dillons can helpyou can contact them on 296 0666 or emailthem at [email protected] or log onto www.dillon.ie.

by Fiona Tuomey


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ABOUT GAMES

Across1. First of its kind in legal argument (9)4. Fabricated point to cooker (5)7. Struggle to earn a living in aweekend (3)8. Be on a holy mission to leavesomething behind (7)10. Add up a small drink (3)11. Connelly spelt out the end of theunion (7)13. At least an offence if you takewithout consent (5)15. Young offenders confinement as aresult of his last rob (7)16. Parker sticks it in where heshouldn't? (5)17. Say what you mean but notdirectly (5)20. Coy stud is in confinementfollowing seizure (7)22. Heat measurement for the RoyalMarine (5)23. Permit for driver or James to kill25. The bill, but not the old one (3)27. Sneaky little developer has debtsto pay (7)28. Use the firearm to get the animal(3)29. Extent of majestic rule (5)30. Instruction to court with lack ofconviction (9)

Down1. How to beg, guilty or innocence (5)2. Maybe you hear the little bleater (3)3. Capital crime many lost their headsover (7)4. Observe the offence and bear it (7)5. Tax paid on the container (3)6. innocent outcome after trying event(3,6)8. The Frenchman's cover up (5)9. Put down in risque Llandudnonightclub (5)12. Outcome following muchdeliberation (7)

14. Dictate the rules and rest (3,4)15. Brits rear up having taken silk (9)18. Cry this if you're found to be as 6D(7)19. Took away and drove me around(7)20. Prison room with nothing but aninstrument (5)21. Fires the mail carriers (5)24. Your peer is just the same (5)26. Snake wrapped around your neck(3)28. Prattle on about American petrol(3)

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Ireland’s First Personalised Wedding Website

Coming into the Summer months, weddingsare very much in the air. So, what anopportune time to speak with two localentrepeneurs, Richard Masterson and PaulArmstrong, the founders of the www.ourweddingjourney.ie - personalised wedding websites.

These days, the average person spends severalhours a day sitting at a computer. Staying intouch and communicating has never beeneasier, with the phenomena of Bebo andFacebook leading the way. It was only a matterof time before this easy communication viapersonal websites, came to the world ofweddings.

This is where Richard Masterson from Dundrumand Paul Armstrong from Ballinteer, have comeonto the wedding scene, changing weddingplanning as we know it. After going through theplanning process with their own weddings,Richard and Paul saw the huge need to have aplace where all wedding arrangements could bemade; a place for guests to get information andfor couples to keep track of wedding plans andexpenses. .Launched in January ‘09, www.ourweddingjourney.ie is Ireland’s firstpersonalised wedding website company. OWJ isa place where couples can create a beautifulwebsite in order to showcase their wedding andgive information to all their guests. Couples havecomplete control over their own site; can uploadpictures, news, music and have a forum to talkto guests. It is essentially the Facebook or Bebofor weddings!

Richard explained “OWJ gives your guests aplace to get all the information they need forattending your wedding. They can RSVP, finddirections, get phone numbers, contact you,find out about your gift list and read all aboutyou as a couple.”“Having a website is especially important for theguests travelling to your wedding. Your web sitecan give them all the information about where

to stay and what to do while they are in town.OWJ is ideal for couples having destinationweddings.”

But what about the privacy on the site forfinancial planning etc?Paul told me “Part of your OWJ site is for thecouple’s eyes only, where you can work on thebehind the scenes part of your wedding. Fromexpense trackers, appointment diaries, guestmanagers, seating plan organisers, emailreminders, checklists etc.”

Richard and Paul have thought of everything acouple could possibly need for their event. Thesites are easy to navigate and more importantly,low cost! You can log onto www.ourweddingjourney.ie and get a 14 dayFree Trial. Then, for just €99 you will have yourown site setup, with a choice of site templates,where you can upload your information and editas much as you want. What’s also useful is thatyour subscription will last up to and includingthree months after your actual wedding date -great to the post-wedding photo exchange!

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by Fiona Tuomey


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Getting From A to Z!Local taxi company A2Z taxis launched inNovember 2008 with a simple idea of offering aclean, friendly and reliable local taxi service andwhere drivers are treated professionally.The company has three local residents at the helm,David Murphy (Dundrum), Frank McCauley andMichael Duffy (Rathfarnham).

A2Z serves the residents and businesses of Dundrum,Sandyford, Cherrywood, Rathfarnham, Harold’s Cross,Sandymount, Walkinstown, Tallaght and everywhere inbetween.

David Murphy, their Sales and Marketing Director, toldme “We don’t wish to be the biggest taxi company inDublin, we’re just happy to be the best!” An aspirationall companies strive to achieve.

“We’re more like a family than a corporation”, David’spartner Frank explained. “That’s a message that clearlyresonates with customers”.

He went on to say “Even in the current economicclimate, we are seeing tremendous growth. At times

it’s hard to keep up with ˙demand, especially duringthe morning and evening rush hours. However,wehave an experienced base staff and a voice operatedradio system. This ensures that we keep the phonesanswered and a fleet of drivers off the ranks.”

So what does the future hold for A2Z? David said “We’d like to be the premier taxi companyon the Southside and with a memorable 4 900 900number, a loyal customer base, a great group ofdrivers and smart marketing; we’ll get there soonerrather than later”.Taxi anyone?

by Fiona Tuomey

Dave Murphy, Sales & Marketing Director


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Round the Garden in June

This is one of the best months for yourgarden to look good. Growth is now at itsmost vigorous – that is if there is plenty ofmoisture in the soil! Grass can suffer in thedry weather so its best not to cut it at all andlet any dew cling to the grass blades duringthe night. If you do mow, set your blades alittle heigher than you usually would.Watering they say, is best done in the earlymorning and best given to the roots and notall over the plant; if the sun is out, the sun onthe water can burn the leaves.The leaves of daffodils that have been left to dieare probably yellowing now and can be cut offas all the goodness has been taken down intothe bulb.

The clematis will need to be checked and all newgrowth tied in to the support. This also applies toclimbing roses. Don’t forget to take of all the

dead heads of roses as this will help to continuethe flowering. This also applies to many plants.Prune the evergreen ceanothus as soon as it hasfinished flowering.

It is still time to sow annuals for flowering thisyear and also those that take two years to flowersuch as Aubretia, Aquilegia, Canterbury bells,Foxgloves, Hollyhocks, Lupins, Sweet William etc.Vegetables to sow include carrots, lettuce, andFrench beans.

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Summer CampsABOUT SUMMER CAMPS

Calling all Campers!It coming up to the school holidaysand that means that it’s SummerCamp time! Summer Camps are aterrific way for children to have fun,exercise and meet new friendsduring the school holidays. To helpyou choose the right Summer Campfor your child, we have highlighteda few who run excellent camps inthis area. Don’t forget to bookearly as places are limited for all ofthese camps and courses!

Terenure College Multi-Activity Summer Camp(4 - 14 years)The ‘learning through fun’ Summer Camp hasbeen so successful over the past years, that itreturns to Terenure College this year and willfrom Monday 6th July to 24th July. As thecamp is in Terenure College, it has access to allof the College’s facilities, including theextensive grounds, playing fields, swimmingpool and gymnasium. Children also haveaccess to the College’s state-of-the-artcomputer room for educational games.There is a huge range of indoor and outdooractivities to suit including arts & crafts;speech & drama; sports; cinema trips; baking;face painting; fancy dress and water gunskirmishes!Children return again and again to the camp,which is testament to the enjoyment theyhave experienced. After camp hours available. Tel: Grainne Keating on 086 245 3328 or 493 6031

Little Penguins Boys & Girls(3 to 5 years)‘Little Penguins’ is an independently ownedand family run Pre-school and Montessori inthe heart of the Knocklyon. At ‘LittlePenguins’ children are nurtured, andencouraged to reach their potential. Webelieve that the best way for young childrento learn social, cognitive and physical skills isthrough play. We provide structure to this playin a free and relaxed environment. We tailorthe care that we provide to the needs of thechildren - for us the children must always,ALWAYS, come first. As we come into the summer months and theend of our academic year we have a limitednumber of spaces available for our ‘SummerCamp’. Run with the same ‘child centredfocus’ in a structured but relaxed environmentthe ‘Summer Camp’ allows children toindulge their creative skills through acombination of arts and crafts, cooking,music, games and play.For further information please contact Bríd at 086 386 2337.


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Indoor and Outdoor Activities including:

Dance, Drama, Sport, Visual Art & Fun

Contact: Grainne Keating 086 245 3328 or 493 6031


Summer CampsWonderland Workshops

Summer PerformanceCamps

For more information call Sarajane on Phone/Fax 01 295 9619

Mobile 087 9256400 Email [email protected]

Summer Performance Camps in

Rathfarnham this July & Taney

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Wonderland Workshops (3 to 13 years)Wonderland Workshops Performance Campscombine dance, drama and song with lots andlots of summer fun to create a completelyunique camp experience. During the course ofeach week the budding performers create theirown characters, write their own scripts,choreograph their own dances, compose theirown music as well as designing their owncostumes, sets and props!Campers of all ages discover and develop theiroften hidden talents, increase their self-confidence and make lots of great new friends.The fun filled camp culminates in an all-singing,all-dancing showcase, on a real stage, in front offriends and family. Sarajane, the creativedirector of Wonderland Workshops and campleader, believes in the valuable benefits of themixed age shared learning experience so thecamp is open to all stars in the making from 3-13 years.Tel: Sarajane Bloomer on 295 9619 or 087 925 6400

Let’s Go! Summer Camp Boys & Girls (5-6 years) and (7-13 years)Let’s Go Summer Schools Ltd will be running asummer camp in Terenure College for the 1st timethis summer. Their unique formula of action packedsports combined with a variety of novel inflatablegames provide all the participants with an experienceno other summer camp can emulate. Their Zorbee Ball roll where a child rolls down a slideinside a large inflatable ball is the big attraction. Theever popular KMX Karts, Bungee Trampoline,Eliminator and Wobbly Ladder are activities thatchildren keep coming back every year for. New toLet’s Go! this summer is the Let’s Go! Wrecking Ballwhich gives each child the opportunity to be agladiator for a day!

All the Lets’ Go! camps are expertly supervised byqualified teachers so parents can relax and restassured that their children will have a memorableweek. Parents and children alike remark - Let’s Go!summer camp week is the best week of the summer!

For further information check out the websitewww.letsgo.ie or telephone 1890letsgo (1890538 746) for venues, times and availability.


Summer CampsColáiste Naomh Eoin (8 to 18 years)Coláiste Naomh Eoin has established aproven record of effectively cultivating,encouraging and fostering all theworthwhile elements of our culture andlanguage. The aim is to provide a compre-hensive programme that enables studentsto achieve their maximum potential inspeaking, writing and understanding thelanguage irrespective of their currentknowledge. Ever effort is made to ensurethat students use whatever Irish they have ina normal, relaxed atmosphere to create apositive attitude to our language andculture. The award winning courses aremade up of a dedicated and highly skilledteam of professional Primary and SecondarySchool teachers, who have many yearsexperience in designing, preparing andteaching effective Irish Language Courses toall levels. Students who have attended the

Coláiste’s courses have significantlyincreased their Irish grades as well asacquiring an enthusiastic appreciation andliking for the language and culture. Comealong and enjoy formal classes, sports,games, competitions, fun activities, ceol &céilí, arts and drama. For details andbrochure contact 298 5287 after 4 pm.

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Craft Summer Camp(7 to 12 years)Established by local jewellery and card maker,

Bernadette Byrne , this camp gives girls a

wonderful opportunity to try their hand at a

range or different crafts which they may

otherwise never get the chance to try

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From chocolate making to glass etching,

Jewellery, Candle and Soap Making, children

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per week, to allow for personal attention. So, if

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explore her creative side, this the camp for her!

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Craft Summer Camp Grange Park, Rathfarnham

Activities include: • Glass etching,

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Tel: Bernadette on 495 7350

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French Summer School (11 - 17 years)The French Summer School’s aim is to enablestudents to experience the French language inan enjoyable and effective way. Throughout thecourse we provide a positive, inclusive andhappy learning experience while ensuring thatsolid progress takes place in mastering theessentials of the oral, aural and writtencomponents of the language. The school iscommitted to providing high quality teachingto enable students to learn quickly andconfidently in French.The course consists of 3 hour classes over atwo-week duration. The classes are designed toprepare students for Junior and Leaving Cert.exams and teach the language needed toconverse and communicate in French in anevery day context as well as concentrating ondeveloping oral fluency, rehearsing for oraland aural examinations, revising basic

grammatical structure and aiding inpreparation for written examinations.Students who have attended the Courses havesignificantly increased their French grades aswell as acquiring an enthusiastic appreciationand liking for the language. Telephone: 298 5287 (after 4pm)

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Summer CampsTempleogue College Multi-Activity Summer Camp(3 - 12 years)Eithnne Duffin is again running her popularMulti-Activity based Summer Camp inTempleogue College, Templeville Road, Dublin6W. The Camp aims is to provide opportunitiesfor children to have fun, socialise and makenew friends and to learn new skills, increaseconfidence and to participate in a wide varietyof activities. Activities including: BeachExcursion, Swimming, Cooking, Arts & Crafts,Rounder’s, Uni-Hoc, Drama Games, Singingand Musical Movement, Table Tennis,Volleyball and Traditional Games. Children aredivided into groups according to age andability. Experienced teachers, both Montessori& Primary, operate the Camp to the highestsafety standards. Tel: Eithnne Duffin: 458 9634 or 087 222 3088.UCD Soccer Camp

(Boys & Girls 6 to 15 years)Our club’s aim is to teach Soccer Skills to boysand girls using experienced coaches in a funand safe environment. Courses cater for boysand girls of all levels of ability. Groups arearranged according to age and are kept smallto ensure maximum attention. All coaches arehighly experienced and AED trained personnelis onsite every day. Courses take place on grass and on state of theart synthetic surfaces that are incorporated inthe top class facilities of UCD. There will betournaments, 11-A-Sides, 5-A-Sides, penaltyshoot outs and much more each day utilisingall the skills learned.All participants will receive a Course Certificate,Medal, T-Shirt and automatic FREEmembership of the Junior Blues Club.For further details contact: DiarmuidMcNally, Summer Soccer Camp Co-Coordinator on 716 2142 or 087 695 1564 orcheck out www.ucdsoccer.com

Venue: UCD Sports Centre, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4. Contact: Diarmuid Mc Nally at (01) 716 2142 or 087 695 1564Course fee: €90

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Summer CampsFantasy Football Camp(Boys & Girls 6-13 years)At Fantasy Football Camp our aim is to teachfootball skills to boys and girls usingexperienced FAI qualified coaches in a fun andsafe environment. The emphasis of our camp ison the acquisition and improvement ofindividual and team skills i.e. Passing, shooting,dribbling, tackling and much, much more,taught in a fun and enjoyable way! Groups arearranged according to age and are kept smallto ensure maximum attention. There will betourneys, 11-a-sides, 5-a-sides, penaltyshootouts, FUNDAY on FRIDAY and more, eachutilising all the skills learnt! There is also ourspecialist goal keeping course to consider, idealfor young shot stoppers looking to learn theropes and experienced keepers who want tohone their skills! safety standards. ATTENTIONJUNE FRENZY OFFER NOW IN PLACE! Bookbefore end June and receive €10 OFF listed price.That’s an incredible €79 for a 1-week course.

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Mick Smyth Tennis Camps( 5 to 18 years)This tennis camp will be a FUN way to learnand develop skills among junior players, partic-ularly beginners and intermediate players,around whom the camp is largely based.The camp brings plaayer through the basisessentials of sound technique, needed to learnand enjoy tennis, in an encouraging andrelaxed atmosphere, with the objective ofgiving the boys and girls a love for the gameand a positive experience in learning tennis.safety standards. For more details telephoneMick Smyth on 4505 341.


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Rathfarnham Roundup sponsored by Rathfarnham Roundup sponsored by

Ballyroan Library Events June 2009

Junior Chess Club for 8-14 year oldsSaturdays 10.30am -12noonNew members welcome

Parent and Toddler GroupFridays 10-11.30am. All Welcome

Classic Movie NightsWednesday 24th June at 8pmWednesday 29th July at 8pm. All Welcome

Oral History Project We are actively seeking people who grewup in the Rathfarnham area and would liketo recount their memories of the area andits many changes. If you would like to takepart in it please contact Barbara at4941900. On going

Rathfarnham Theatre Group

We are looking for volunteers, includingnew members for work in stagemanagement, set design and constructionand other non-acting areas! Want to jointhe group? Book tickets? Get moreinformation? Contact us at RathfarnhamTheatre Group c/o St. Mary's BNSRathfarnham, Dublin 14. You can alsoemail [email protected]

Rathfarnham Athletic Club

The annual Rathfarnham 5k Road Race willbe held on Sunday 4th October 2009 at10.00am. Free classic designed analoguewatch to first 800 finishers. Entry fee €18when you register online or €22 euros onrace day. Online entries will begin in June2009. Contact Peter J Claffey [email protected] orcall 086 856 0734

The Niall Mellon Township Trust -Charity Tag Rugby Blitz!

Local resident Andrew Doyle is headingback to South Africa in November with TheNiall Mellon Township Trust to help buildmuch needed houses in one of the pooresttownships, Wallacedene. To help raise the €5,000 needed he isholding a Charity Tag Blitz & ExhibitionMatch on the 21st of June in TerenureRugby Club. Teams cost a minimum of€250 (there’s no MAX!!). The event is a mixed 7-A-Side blitz,unlimited squad size. You can make adonation to the event atwww.mycharity.ie/event/nmtt-tagblitz/ oryou can contact Andrew on [email protected]. Your supportwill be greatly appreciated!

New Dundrum Farmer’s Market

The market started in May and operateseach Sunday from 10am to 4pm inPembroke District, Dundrum Town Centre. The market features a dozen artisanretailers, offering a wide range of produceincluding meats, breads, cheeses and fruitand vegetables. Participating vendors in the DundrumFarmer’s Market include: Noirin’s IrishBakery, Sheridans Cheesemongers, theTutti-Frutti Smoothie Bar, Naomi’s Muffins,Denis Healy’s Organic Fruit and Vegetables,marinated olives from the Real OliveCompany, Eddie Mulhall's Organic Meat,as well as fresh crepes, German potatocakes, and a selection of soft fruits, amongothers.

Marlay Guild ICA

We had a wonderful Annual Outing thisyear with a visit to both Newgrange andthe Battle of the Boyne sites, and


AIRFIELD EVENTSAirfield, Upper Kilmacud Road,Dundrum, Dublin 14.Tickets: (01) 2984301/[email protected] www.airfield.ie

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finished off the day with a beautiful mealat the Boyne Valley Hotel. OurInternational Night featured El Salvadorand we look forward to our visit to HelenDillon's House and Garden in Ranelagh. Why not join our friendly and vibrantGuild. We have a book club, trips to the theatre,yoga, crafts, digital photography,excellent guest speakers and you canmake new friends, have a chat and enjoyan evening out. We meet on the 2ndand 4th Thursdays of the month in theParish Centre of the Divine WordChurch, Marley Grange. Our membership is now open for thecoming year 2009-2010 when we willalso be celebrating the Centenary Year ofthe ICA. See our notices for furtherinformation or phone Marlay GuildMobile 087 953 2352 and leave yourdetails.

Local Social Group

South Dublin social group for unattachedadults seeks additional members.Ballinteer based. Activities include:- Disco,Live music, Dining out, Cinema, Bowling,Weekends away. Contact Deirdre 086369 8931 or Steve 086 887 3644

CHILDREN AT AIRFIELDGreen Fingers, Airfield’s YoungGardeners’ Club (8-12 yrs)Sat 13th June, 10am to 12 noon €15

Meet The AnimalsSaturday 20th June at 2.30pm

Green Wellies, Airfield’s YoungFarmers’ Club (11-14 yrs)Sat 20th June, 10am to 12noon. €15

Young Artists (11 - 14 years) Sat 27th June (10am-12.30pm) €20

The Mill Gallery : 296 9340‘Horse’ by artist John Murray2nd May – 4th June 2009John looks at our age-old relationshipwith the horses as played out in theritual of the race meeting.

Camphill Community Greenacres

The Camphill Community, Greenacreshave organized a Drama Festival, whichwill take place in Airfield on 28th Junefrom 11.30-17.00. There will plays, gamesand fun for all the family. The event isFREE, so please come along and enjoy theday! Camphill Community Greenacres is asmall life sharing Community with peoplewith special needs. In Greenacres we tryto create a home that encourages eachindividual to grow and develop their giftsand discover their hidden talents. Formore information see www.camphill.ieEmail: [email protected]

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The Mill Theatre Tel: 296 9340www.milltheatre.ie

Ann BushnellFriday 5th June 8pm €18/€15Back by popular demand is the wonderfulinternational singing star Ann Bushnell.

Sixties ExperienceSaturday 6th June 8pm €20/€18Bring a taste of the 60s right into the21st century.

Kilmacud Music CentreSunday 7th June 2pm – 7pm €9.50/€8The Kilmacud Music Centre wasestablished to provide high quality musiclessons in South Dublin for children of allages and adults.

St Olafs SchoolMon 8th – Thurs 11th June 8pm €15Founded in 1968, St Olaf’s NationalSchool, Balally, are celebrating their 40thAnniversary this year. They are delightedto present a production of “Snow White”and “The Sapphire Bracelet”.

The Song Sisters For The Love OfMusicFriday 12th June 8pm €20/€18A Song Sisters show is teaming with theunexpected, they aim to stimulate everysense in your body and mind.

Freddie WhiteSaturday 13th June 8pm €20After his sell out show in FebruaryFreddie returns for one more night.

I Do Not Like Thee Dr. FellTues 16th – Sat 20th June 8pm€18/€15A thought provoking yet funny play ofan over night therapy session.

ExtremitiesWed 24th June – Sat 4th July 8pm€20/€18Majorie is home alone when Raulenters her house intent on raping her.Her survival instinct kicks in and animpulsive decision on her part putsboth victim and aggressor in territorythat is completely unknown to them.

Lunch-Time Theatre - The KissMon 29th June – Fri 3rd July 1pm€16/€14 (including lunch)

LISTINGS FOR JULY ‘09The Legendary Stone Mountain BandFriday 10th July 8pm €20/€18

Medium - Margret HurdmanSaturday 11th July 8pm €25/€22

Lunch-Time Theatre - Living with Johnny DeppMon 13th – Sat 18th July 1pm €16/€14(including lunch)

Waiting for IKEAMon 13th – Sat 25th July 8pm €16/€14

"Beyond the Pale" Artist: Jim McPartlin

June 6th-June 19th

The landscapes of Dublin and beyond in

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"Western Edge" Artist: Bob O'Cathail

June 20th-July 24th

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Your Summer Capsule Wardrobe Did the recent spell of gorgeous weatherset you off to look out last year’s summerclothing to check what would still fit andwhat was still in? With the Irish climateoffering us four seasons in one day it canbe difficult putting together clothes thatare summery in appearance and yet handlethis variety.

I would like to suggest a working summercapsule wardrobe as this simplifies the matterof choosing what to wear everyday. What isa capsule wardrobe and how do you create

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A capsule is basically a collection of betweenseven and ten items that you can mix andmatch yielding several outfits. This caninclude for the summer, light weight trousers– perhaps in linen or cotton, a skirt or dressand shorts or cropped trousers. Look carefullyat the existing clothes you have, you maywell find that you are already choosing itemswith one colour being prevalent, perhapswhite or cream or a paler shade of blue orbrown. A good capsule would include eitherknitwear or a light coat or jacket that workswith the colour-way on the bottom half. Bymixing in a selection of tee-shirts or tops itshould now be possible to create severaloutfit combinations from this basic collection.

This everyday capsule can be adapted to suityour lifestyle or holiday requirements. If youare heading off to certain sunshine then yourholiday capsule could include: swimwear witha kaftan or a beach cover-up, shorts andcropped trousers or light weight skirts and aneasy to wear dress for evening or sightseeing.It is really simple to totally change the look ofan outfit by wearing different footwear andaccessories. The kaftan that can be slipped onover your swimwear can look completelydifferent if teamed with strappy sandals orwedges and pretty jewellery. With baggageallowances being cut to the minimum it canbe important to choose wisely when packingyour bags.

This basic guide can be used for all the familymembers and for any holiday destination. Inorder to get the greater number of outfits outof your capsule look carefully at the coloursyou are choosing, if you can match two orthree tops to each bottom then the optionsincrease. Add in flat comfortable sandals orshoes along with a dressier pair with a fewwell-chosen accessories and the optionsincrease again.

If this sounds too complicated, don’t worry,help is at hand. Creating capsule wardrobesand yielding outfits out of existing clothing ismy speciality. My aim is to create outfits thatwork for you whatever the season, whateveryour budget.

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Is it just me, or is it getting more and moredifficult to find that perfect Fathers Day gift?Can he really need yet another pair of HomerSimpson socks? Maybe another book ongardening to go on the shelf with the fishingbook you got him last year and the book onbee-keeping from the year before?

Wouldn't it be great if he got a present thatwould open up a world of new ideas andpossibilities for him as he gets older?

Years ago, for many senior citizens, the radiowas their only source of company if they livedalone. That need not be the case today. Formany elderly people today, the computer canprovide a necessary form of communicationwith the outside world.

Most elderly people have relatives living abroad,and with the cost of living today, many find itdifficult to stay in regular contact by phone orletter.The internet can be an invaluable resourcefor them, and costs are coming down all thetime. As well as that, Skype is a wonderful andcost effective way of communicating withfriends and relatives abroad for free, and there'salways email.

The computer is a great way for older people,and indeed all of us, to keep up with what'sgoing on in the world. These days, we canaccess up-to-the-minute news on the internet,as well as being able to read the newspapersonline.

Then there are all the practical things that canbe done online, such as paying bills, bookingconcert tickets and flights or holidays. Thesedays, many hotels and holiday destinations offerdiscounts to customers who book online.

So what about a few computer lessons for yourDad as a Fathers day present? Maybe next timehe goes away on a fishing trip or rugby trip, he

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The libraries run courses for elderly people inthe use of computers. Or, if preferred, there isalways one to one training in their own home,which is becoming the preferred option formany people.

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ARIESAs you are now in the throes of newness in mostareas of your life, you hardly notice what’s underyour own nose. In short, the best things in lifeare around you now and it is up to you to openyour eyes or be the loser. What’s on offer? Achange in love levels and improved finances.

TAURUSThat call you have been waiting on is in theprocess of formulating the right words. You arethe earthiest sign in the zodiac and don’t ask fortoo much in the line of material goods, however,your ethics are extremely high and you will onlyaccept what is truly heartfelt. Love, honour andsecurity are your destiny.

GEMINIAllowing jealousies interfere with your daily lifecan only leave you feeling the ultimate loser,because, you see you are wrong in certainassumptions and don’t see the good things onoffer for you and yours. Penny pinching nowgives better scope for luxuries later on in theyear. Be ready to accept the offer of a lifetime.

CANCERAn important wedding you must attend seems tothrow more and more complications your way.No need to lose the head with this, just deal withand adjust to the immediate changes. travelacross water to the Mediterranean islands isforecast in this spread. Also, a Turkish beach withyour loving partner is on the cards.

LEOBusiness can be irritatingly slow at this time, butstick with it and you will see marginal, thoughsteady improvements. An idea you harbouredinvolving the catering trade is a future winnerand must not be discarded. Cards advise thatyou keep very quiet about this to avoidunnecessary complications.

VIRGOGive in and ask for help you need, in bothpaperwork and practical. Decisions you havemade recently have give you a new self power.You are suddenly seeing the world with different,hopeful eyes. Your perspective is honed to ahigher level of spirituality and as such creating amore ambient, peaceful you.

LIBRAThis recession has had a bigger impact on youthan you expected. You must over the next fewmonths retrain your thinking and whilst workinghard to maintain the status quo, exercise a senseof gracious patience until the financial stormsubsides. A wee bit of positive luck coming yourway now Libra. Enjoy!

SCORPIOYou risk playing the stubborn game to excessScorpio. Things are just not the same now as lastweek. The goalposts have moved somewhat.Time to rediscover your true self and the realfeelings therein. Love is so precious, and as yousay a huge goodbye to the old ways youembrace a new level of understanding love.

SAGITTARIUSYour friend needs your kind words at this time.Her future is brighter than her today. A trip toScotland is forecast in this spread, as is thesunshine holiday of your dreams. Do not fretabout a love situation, rather to appear to comedown a peg or two in an act of reinstating alovers self esteem.

CAPRICORNYou are drawn to the ancient civilisation ofEgypt? A past life connection is the real pull.Preparation now sees you stand in the same spotas you did thousands of years ago. The next fewweeks sees you signing up for classes which helpyou put perspective into your life and purpose onthe earth at this time.

AQUARIUSThe employment you seek is on the cards for younow. Cards advise that you are especially carefulwith cash over the next few months and thispays huge dividends in the not too distantfuture. Re-negotiating a house deal is the way togo now as all is not lost. Your dream awaits yourcall. Do it now!

PISCESA sense of heightened spirituality sees you moreavidly praying for the right things and people toenter your life. You just need to give credit wheredue and stay away from those who have anegative influence over your life. Work is offeredto you and if you don’t do someone else will.Throw pride away.



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