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Final Reminder…….
Lucan Newsletter Annual Block Ads
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 10th July 2025
Lucan Active Retirement Association
Some members at the Annual Summer Party which was on Thursday last and was a great
success.
Our Day Trip to Co. Down was on 3rd July and included a visit to the Linen Museum, and
other stops, and Dinner on the way back. On 8th July we will have a visit to Aras an Uachtarain.
After that we will take our Summer break, and meet up again in September.
Why not come and join us. We meet in St. Andrew's Parish Centre, Main Street, Lucan,
on Thursdays at 11.30am.
Lots of activities to enjoy. Bowls, Scrabble, Cards, Choir, and the chat. Coffee break at 1pm.
New members always welcome, come and join us in a friendly atmosphere and meet new friends.
Lucan Senior Citizens
Wednesday 25th June, was our final social morning and lunch in The Spa Hotel, until September.
A special thank you to all the Bistro Staff who look after us so well.
We celebrated the July and August Birthdays, especially Margaret and Teresa who have the same birthday.
We wish all our members an enjoyable and safe summer.
Lucan Festival
As mentioned last week we are changing the Fireworks from the Friday at Weir View to Saturday night in the grounds of Lucan House.
Sat 6th Sept is as usual our main fundraising event and this year we have reduced the cost of admission to €5 for adults with accompanied children 12 and under free.
The grounds will be open from 1pm to approx 9.30pm in the evening.
See the magnificent Lucan House built c 1772, Sarsfield's Monument also from c 1772, Horse's stables build c 1700, the very old Bath House possibly before 1500 and the Veseys/Colthursts family cemetery with memorials dating from 1738 to 1917.
Those who are not history buffs can entertain their children by interacting with our own dinosaurs, wild birds and various entertainers.
Local groups will also participate.
Food people can sample once again international delicacies which will be located in the Stable Yard.
A Music Stage will be in operation all day.
Your admission fee will allow you entrance any time during the opening hours.
Once you gain entrance you can leave and return numerous times as you will be given a wrist tag.
See you there.
Joe Byrne, Chairman
Kildare Animal Foundation OPEN DAY
SUN 13th July at 1pm
At Kildare Animal Foundation
Kildare Town R51 YE00
Plants, crafts, bottle stall, cake stall, teas, antiques, face painting, pet gifts, kids games, BBQ and much much more.
FREE ADMISSION
Plenty of parking and seating.
Please join us for a fun filled family day out.
No visiting dogs please as we have plenty to be petted on site.
LucanWomen’s Collective (WCI Lucan) Update – July 2025
End of Term Update
As our summer break begins, we’d like to take a moment to reflect on a wonderful spring term here at WCI Lucan.
All our classes wrapped up in June, and we’ve been blown away by the energy, creativity, and connection that each group brought to the table. From creative writing and leadership skills to crafts and conversation clubs, it’s been a joy to welcome so many women into our community spaces.
We also hosted two fantastic one-off events — a relaxing and rejuvenating Wellbeing Morning facilitated by Dorothy Jaworska, and a powerful Masterclass in Confidence facilitated online by Michelle Kinsella, Life Coach and Lecturer at Maynooth University. A big thank you to everyone who joined us!
We’re Hiring! Join Our Team
WCI Lucan is currently recruiting for a Part-Time Project Worker (20 hours per week, over 4 days – Monday to Thursday, based in Ballyowen, Lucan).
Be part of a feminist community development project that promotes women’s equality and well-being.
This is an office-based role, with a mix of administrative, financial, outreach, and community engagement responsibilities.
Salary: €28,081 (pro rata) + benefits
Apply by: 5pm on 11th July 2025
To apply, please contact Fathima Reema Sain
recruitment@womenscollective.ie
to receive the full job description and application form.
We’d love to hear from you!
Thank you as always to our local community and the parish team for your continued support.
Warm wishes from,
Rita, Jackie & Joanne, The WCI Lucan Team
Society for Old Lucan
Fascinated by historical research? 18+ group forming - Lucan Library this Saturday morning (details in the booking link below) for some informal historical research in a group? Bring your laptop or notebook. This is a "bring your coffee" relaxed meeting. You won't be asked to do anything, unless you want to get stuck in, but let's see what we can find on Lucan together!
Let me know if you can come here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/1406253204189?aff=oddtdtcreator
BERNARDOS
We are currently looking for volunteers who would be especially interested in working in schools in Dublin 11 & Dublin 15, to start in September / early October 2025 - and be available 2 mornings per week for the academic year.
Informal interviews will be held in our Head Office in Christchurch Square ASAP.
Garda Vetting will be carried out by Barnardos in advance of starting the programme.
Training will be provided by Barnardos on Tuesday 26th, Wednesday 27th and Thursday 28th August 2025 – All interested volunteers must be available to attend this training before being considered for the role.
ACRE PROJECT
Maynooth Road, Celbridge. (next to Salesians College)
We can’t believe we’re already halfway through 2025!
The ACRE is officially in full bloom -bursting with colour, life, and a wonderful sense of community. As always, a huge thank you to our incredible team of staff and volunteers who keep the grounds thriving.
Here’s a look at some of the great things happening this season.
ACRE Summer Workshops:
Plant a Wildflower Meadow with Ben Hickey
Join us for a Free Wildflower Meadow Masterclass!
Date: Wednesday, 23rd July
Time: 7:30pm-8:30pm
Location: ACRE Project, next to Salesians College, Celbridge
Discover everything you need to know about creating a beautiful Native Wildflower Meadow in this short but insightful Masterclass with Gardening Expert Ben Hickey.
To book your FREE place, contact Frances at:
Frances@acreproject.com
Spaces are limited, don’t miss out!
Primrose Hill Gardens
is an old-world garden with many different plants in flower
Open 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
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
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 Group: Looking forward to our return in September and hopefully see some new and familiar faces.
Active over 55's: We look forward to hopefully seeing everyone return in September for some new activities.
Summer Project: We are delighted to announce the centre we be holding our first ever Mini Summer Project for ages 5–10-year-olds. It will run 14th - 17th July, cost is €25 per child and activities include Art, Crafts, Dance and Football.
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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