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Lucan Newsletter Annual Block Ads – FINAL REMINDER
Renewal Notices have been issued for our Annual Block Advertisements.
(pages 8 and 13)
Thank you to those who have replied so far.
Please remember the cut-off date for renewal is Thursday 18th July 2024
LUCAN FESTIVAL
The above press cutting gave the shocking news of Fr McCarthy's murder in 1807. The murder happened at the top of Chapel Hill and there is a memorial stone inserted in the wall outside the Canon Despard Centre (formerly St Andrews School).
The Festival is delighted to announce that Lucan Drama will as part of the Festival be staging a play based on the official transcript of the trial of the 2 accused.
It is called A Murder on Chapel Hill directed by John Jordan.
It will be performed on the Tues, Weds and Thursday nights in Courtneys upstairs lounge.
Further details later.
Joe Byrne
Chairman
Lucan Drama
Lucan Drama is delighted to announce that we will be performing a show during the Lucan Festival.
Murder on Chapel Hill is a dramatic retelling of the murder trial of those accused of the killing of Rev. James McCartan. The actual murder took place in Lucan in June 1807 and those who know Lucan will be familiar with the memorial plaque which still stands to this day at the site of the murder.
Working from the original trial transcript Lucan Drama's very own Graham Donlon has created a terrific adaptation and the play will be directed by John Jordan.
The play will run from Sept. 2nd to 4th Upstairs at Courtneys of Lucan Village and details of tickets etc will be available in the coming weeks.
Rehearsals are already under way and we look forward to seeing you again for another evening of great drama and entertainment.
Lucan Drama - Bringing Drama to your Doorstep!
Job Vacancy for Parish Secretary
St Patrick’s Parish, Lucan, is currently recruiting a Parish Secretary. The role is offered initially on a one-year fixed term and part-time basis for 20 hours per week, 9.30a.m. – 1.30p.m., Monday – Friday.
Reporting to the Parish Priest, duties include:
Providing an administrative service to St Patrick’s Parish, Lucan
Managing the parish office with effective use of up-to-date office systems
Receiving members of the public and dealing with enquiries
Maintaining computerised accounts for the parish
Recording and managing parish records
Responsibility for payroll function
Requirements:
The successful candidate will have at least 5 years administrative experience.
Robust book-keeping skills and experience is essential and a Certificate in Accounting Technicians of Ireland (IATI), is desirable.
Up-to-date computer skills including Microsoft Word, Publisher and Excel with some database experience.
Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work well as part of team.
To Apply
Letters of application with enclosed curriculum vitae should be emailed to Fr Philip Curran at pcurran@dublindiocese.ie before 5p.m. on Friday 19 July. Add Application for Secretary Post to subject line on email. A job description will be sent to all candidates on application or enquiry.
OPEN DAY at Kildare Animal Foundation
South Green Rd, Kildare Town R51 YE00
Sunday 14th July at 1pm
Plants, Cakes, Antiques, Bottle Stall, Kiddies Games, Crafts, Face Painting, Pet Gifts and much much more…..
FREE ADMISSION AND FREE PARKING
Every cent raised goes directly to the care of sick and injured animals at the shelter.
Please do NOT bring your own dog on the day as it upsets the resident animals
Primrose Hill Gardens - Heritage Week Opening
Are open for summer flowers.
Also, tree walks in a scenic setting.
Very top of Primrose Lane, Lucan, in Lucan Village.
Adults - €6
Children - free
Open since 1992
Heritage Week 17th – 25th August 2pm – 6pm
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 2024. These Back to Education Initiative (BTEI) 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 Word
Introduction to Microsoft Excel (Spreadsheets)
Intercultural Awareness
Business English
Improving English and Communication Skills
Digital Media
Reception & Frontline Office Skills
Advanced Spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel)
Payroll
For more details, contact lorrainekavanagh@ddletbaes.ie
Or call 01 6283557
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)
Location: We are located beside Centric Health Ballyowen and Giraffe Childcare Ballyowen, behind Lidl in Ballyowen Shopping Centre (as you come in from Castle Road).
Family Fun Day on Sunday! We are so excited to welcome people to our first ever family fun day on July 14th in the grounds of the centre! It will be a jam-packed day, including a pet farm, magic shows, a gaming van, face-painting and much more!
We’ll also have a quiet hour from 11-12, and the day runs until 3pm! There will be no parking available at the centre itself so we’re asking people to consider walking if they can! The event is free and we’re looking forward to showing off the centre in the best possible light, and welcoming some special guests!
Well done to all our budding artists who were hard at work at the Happy Little Artists Summer Camp this week. Hope you all had a great time!
Golden Hour Club:
Our Thursday afternoon club for the over 55s continues to go from strength to strength!
Here’s our schedule for the coming weeks:
July 18th @ 1pm - Chair Yoga & Coffee
July 25th @ 1pm - Social Coffee Hour
August 1st @ 1pm - Movement & Coffee
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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