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St. Patrick's Parish Lotto

Magical news! Christmas Giveaway Competition Thank you so much to everyone who is supporting our fundraiser lotto. You are making a real difference, and we really appreciate your support.

Some magical news, every line in our fundraiser lotto on Thursday 19th December 2024, has a chance to win our Jackpot and has a FREE chance to win one of five magical Christmas Giveaway Competition prizes. This nationwide competition is open to all people who have a ticket in a lotto run by our service provider Our Fundraiser and the prizes are 2,500 Cash Prize, 2 x Oasis Platinum Tickets, Meta Quest 3 VR Bundle, The Ultimate Christmas Hamper and a 500 Dunnes Stores Gift Card.

If you already have a ticket for our fundraiser lotto on 19th December 2024, you will be entered into this Christmas Giveaway Competition. If you do not have a ticket, please visit our fundraiser website to join: https://www.ourfundraiser.ie/org/stpatrickslucan

If you previously registered on our fundraiser website, then log in using the mobile number and password you used before and click on the Play button.

If you have not previously registered on our fundraiser website, then click on the Join button and follow the steps, it just takes a minute!
If you need any assistance, please email to support@ourfundraiser.ie

To Win - at 7pm on Thursday 19th December 2024 a participant will be chosen at random by Our Fundraiser for each prize. They must answer a phone call within 5 rings and answer the below quiz question correctly to win a prize. This competition is subject to the terms and conditions which can be found at https://www.ourfundraiser.ie/terms-and-conditions

What is the name of Santa s red-nosed reindeer? (a) Dancer (b) Comet (c) Rudolph
Please spread the word with family and friends. Thank you so much, your support makes a big difference.

Koins for Kids

Many thanks to all who have contributed in any way to Koins for Kids over the last number of months.

Most of these donations are anonymous but we are extremely grateful for all donations. We accept coins and notes of all and any currencies and can use them to generate funds for Koins for Kids.

Our ambitious target is 1,000,000 to help fund very specific equipment for the New Children s Hospital.

Thanks to the generosity of all our donors, we have reached the milestone of 600,000. A magnificent achievement.

Further donations can be left in St. Mary s Parish Centre or the Sacristy, or by contacting myself.

Many thanks and Happy Christmas to one and all.
Damien Douglas.
0879519222.

Lucan Senior Citizens

On Wednesday 27th November, we had our Christmas Floral Demonstration with Margaret Murphy. It was a very festive and enjoyable morning. All Margaret s beautiful arrangements were raffled.

On 4th December, we had our social morning and delicious Christmas lunch in the Spa Hotel. We also celebrated all the December birthdays Nodlaig, Dolores, Norma, Joy, Liz and Miriam. It was a wonderful end to a very busy and enjoyable year. We packed in a lot of events. A special thank you to all the Spa Hotel Staff who look after us so well.

Lucan ICA

Congratulations and well done to Pauline and Mary on graduating from Dublin Adult Education Centre in Lucan, awarded a certificate In Level 4 Spreadsheet Methods.

The members would like to send sympathy to Antoinette Healy, a past President and member of Lucan Guild on the death of her husband Tom.

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 19th December 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 19th December 2024
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 on the 1st and 3rd Thursday 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, December 19th, where a warm welcome awaits you.

For further details, follow Lucan Toastmasters on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn or contact vpmlucantoastmasters@gmail.com

Lucan Goal Mile

Christmas Morning 10 12 noon
Lucan Harriers A.C. Track
Open to Everyone Mammies, Dads, Grandparents, and of course especially Children.
Full info and various donation options on www.goal.ie

No pre-registration necessary.
Just arrive and Run, Jog or Walk a Mile to support those less fortunate.

A Great Way to start your Christmas!

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)

Active over 55's: On Thursday we finished up for Christmas having a celebration day with a movie and treats for everyone. We look forward to a new term in January. Keep an eye out for new activities in the new year.

Baby & Toddler Group: Baby and toddler group will continue on Mondays. If you would like to come along, please don t be shy its Monday morning from 11-12.30.

Christmas Closure: The centre will be closed Monday 23rd December until Monday 6th January.

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.

Women s Collective Ireland Lucan

Ballyowen Castle Youth & Community Centre

WCI Lucan Community Update
As we approach the close of another incredible term, it s hard to believe how quickly the weeks have flown by! This has been a busy and rewarding time for WCI Lucan, with nine vibrant programs running alongside a series of inspiring community events.

Here s a roundup of our recent highlights:
The Red Shoes Art Installation: Last week, we proudly hosted a powerful temporary art installation, The Red Shoes Los Zapatos Rojas, outside City Hall in Tallaght. Featuring 270 pairs of red shoes, each painted by women from our nationwide projects, the installation serves as a moving tribute to lives stolen through femicide in Ireland.

Christmas Celebration: On Wednesday, 11th December, we held our Annual Christmas Celebration, and it was a fantastic success! From festive treats to carols and our much-loved Silly Santa Raffle, the morning was filled with holiday cheer and community spirit.

Nollaig na mBan Fully Booked! We are thrilled to announce that our first-ever Nollaig na mBan celebration at Lucan Golf Club on January 6th, 2025, is now fully booked! Thank you for your incredible support.

A Year of Gratitude: As we wrap up this remarkable term, we want to take a moment to thank all our supporters, participants, and champions for your unwavering commitment and energy. Your involvement makes our community stronger and more vibrant every day.

Season s Greetings: We would like to wish everyone a very Happy Christmas and a New Year filled with joy, health, and new adventures.

Warmest regards,
Rita, Joanne, Jackie & Marie
The WCI Lucan Team

Minder & Toddler Group

Thursdays
In St. Mary s Parish Centre,
from 9.30 to 11.30am.
All Welcome!

Lucan Active Retirement Association

We meet in St Andrew's Parish Centre, Main Street, Lucan, on Thursdays at 11.30am. New members always welcome, come and join us in a friendly atmosphere and meet new friends. There is a charge of 4 each week to cover costs but there is no charge for your first meeting.

Lots of activities to enjoy. Bowls, scrabble, cards, drama and choir. Coffee break at 1pm. Organised trips in Ireland and abroad.

We will be having our Christmas party next Thursday 19th December.

Adult Education Service

The Adult Education Service in Lucan Education Centre, on Esker Hill are currently enrolling for free and flexible part-time courses commencing in January 2025. 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 Computers Internet and Email
Introduction to Office Skills
Personal Effectiveness
IT Skills
Work Experience
Customer Service
Medical Terminology for Medical Secretary
Introduction to Psychology
Bookkeeping Using Sage Software.

For more details, contact lorrainekavanagh@ddletbaes.ie
Or call 01 6283557

 

Are you over 55 years old with some free time on your hands?

This could be the Volunteering opportunity for you!
Are you passionate about reading and understand its value?
Want to help children reach their potential?

Is Finglas a commutable location for you? WoW is based in several primary schools located in Dublin 11.

Wizard of Words (WOW) is a school based intergenerational paired reading programme, focused on improving children s overall reading achievement. It aims to improve the children s reading ability, as well as their enjoyment of reading.

Would you like more information?
Please contact Lisa: lisa.tobin@barnardos.ie or volunteers@barnardos.ie for an application form ASAP.

Interviews are being held in our Head Office in Christchurch Square ASAP and training is over the course of 3 days in November, dates to-be-confirmed Volunteers must be available to attend both training & interview.

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


Lucan CIC Christmas Hours: Thursday 19th Dec 10-12 and 2-4
Friday 20th Dec to 1st Jan 2025
CHRISTMAS CLOSING
Thursday 2nd Jan10-12 and 2-4
Friday 3rd Jan CLOSED

CIPS Hours
Monday 23rd Dec 9-5
Reduced hours (Phone lines closed from 5pm)
Tuesday 24th Dec 9-5
Reduced hours (Phone lines closed from 5pm)
Wednesday 25th Dec CLOSED Christmas Day
Thursday 26th Dec CLOSED, St Stephen's Day
Friday 27th Dec CLOSED
Monday 30th Dec 9-8, Normal hours
Tuesday 31st Dec 9-5
Reduced hours (Phone lines closed from 5pm)
Wednesday 1st Jan CLOSED, New Years Day
Normal hours resume from Thursday 2nd January 2025 - 9am-8pm

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