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Rathfarnham Blackrock Issue 16 May - June ‘14 www.aboutmagazines.ie/codublin

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Lots for the kids to do this Summer

Junior Infants When to Start?

Sharavogue has the Answers!

Where There’s a Will....

The What, Why and When of Wills by Brian Cunneen

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Contents Welcome to the May/June issue About Nutrition Well, it’s official, it’s Summer!

Well, ok, not quite, but it’s showing all the signs of being a lovely summer this year.

Regain your zest4life....................................................................5

If you have little (or not so little) ones in the house, it can be a dilemma trying to come up with ways to keep the little darlings entertained during the summer holidays. Well, fear not, About Magazines to the rescue! We have a terrific Summer Camps Special starting this month, with everything from languages to karate to sailing. Should put an end to cries of “Mom! I’m bored!”

About Floors

About Business EnviroCom Awards 2014..............................................................6

Talking about the little ones, it’s a big decision to make, whether to start your child in school at aged 4 or 5. However, the experts at Sharavogue have come up with some really helpful information to make the decision easier for you.

Our Highlighting piece this month is all about local man Patrick Faull, who after being diagnosed with cancer earlier this year, decided to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society. He would love your support and your company on a sponsored hill walk. Read all about it on page 26.

As always, do remember to shop local, support local businesses and tell them you heard about them in your FREE About Magazine!

Enjoy the sunshine and until next time, Happy Reading!

Paula

About Education When to start your child in school.............................................10

About Home and Interiors Decorating your home...............................................................12

About Gardening Tips from Windyridge................................................................13

About Summer Camps It’s All Here............................................................................ 14-19

About Local Events What’s Happening in your area........................................... 20-22

About Wills The What, When and Why.........................................................24

About Local People Fund raising for Cancer Research.............................................26

About Health Sláinte Care Clinic......................................................................28

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By Anne Owens, Nutritional Therapist

Health

Regain your Zest4life!

The Patrick Holford zest4life nutrition and weight loss programmes are run by professionals which is what makes them unique. Practitioners are qualified Nutritional Therapists and trained motivational coaches, with the RIGHT knowledge and training to support you.

The zest4life SUPERHEALTH course runs on Wednesdays in the Stillorgan Park Hotel - you will be shown how to follow Patrick Holford’s delicious, low GL diet which gets great health and weight loss results. Over 10 weeks there will be fascinating weekly seminars to teach you to;

As all zest4life practitioners are experts in nutrition and coaching, they teach you how and why your body gains weight and the key things it needs to trigger weight loss. You will be shown how to get and stay healthy, adding years to your life and life to your years!

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If you are serious about losing weight and improving your health, and have reached that point where something must be done, consider this dynamic new approach to weight loss. You have may have tried many times to lose weight, and you may have a pretty good idea what to do, and yet, actually doing it can be the hardest part. Zest4life coaching helps you to see what motivates you and what stops you, enabling you to remove whatever barriers are in the way, and reach your goals.

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Did you see “Doctors on Call” on RTE? Patrick Holford introduced a group of ladies to his low GL diet and zest4life coached them to lose over a stone in just 8 weeks.

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Local Business

Launch of EnviroCom Awards 2014

An Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Carrie Smyth and Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber President Dr Josephine Browne officially launched the 2014 EnviroCom Awards in April. The Awards, which are free to enter, are open to any business irrespective of size or sector, agency or non-profit organisation operating in the county.

Speaking at the launch, Eoghan Lehane of the Commissioners of Irish Lights said that “The Award recognised Irish Lights’ delivery of environmentally responsible Marine Aids to Navigation for over 20 years while at the same time maintaining the very high reliability required for a safety-critical marine navigation service.”

The Awards, which have been rewarding excellence in environmental management since 2007, are organised by the Chamber with support from Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council

Margaret Coles, Green Business Officer Dún Laoghaire– Rathdown County Council, who sits on the judging panel, commented that “When selecting winners for the Envirocom Awards entries are assessed in terms of their innovation, replicability, environmental, social and economic benefits to their communities .”

Organisers of the EnviroCom Awards called on businesses and communities to “enter the Awards and showcase how they save money, and are sustainable by keeping environmental protection on the radar.”

The Awards were officially launched at the offices of the Commissioners of Irish Lights, who won an EnviroCom Award in 2013 for their innovative programme to save energy, reduce operating costs and increase the reliability of their service by using renewable energy technologies and LED lights to power lighthouses and navigational buoys.

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Previous winners include Vodafone, JC Decaux, UCD, SpecSavers, Aidan Fitzgerald Hair Salon, Seapoint Rugby Club and the Stillorgan Village Centre.

There are no entry fees for the EnviroCom Awards and applications must be received by Friday, 27th June 2014. Further details and an application form can be found at www.dlrchamber.ie/envirocomawards

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Before Floor Covering Specialists is a family run business, To avail of any of our services or for a FREE estimate, set up in 1992 by Tom Dalton. We offer a unique please do not hesitate to contact us on service which caters for all your flooring needs. This (01) 289 0830. can range from supply and fitting to maintenance, cleaning and stain resistant coatings for all your floor coverings. Whether you’re looking for a spring clean special, restoration or renewal, contact Tom Dalton for a free consultation.

We supply and fit a comprehensive range of all floor coverings, including high quality carpets, carpet tiles, vinyl, timber flooring, tile and stone. Our service can help you maintain your floor coverings with our unique cleaning and stain guard service. We specialize in cleaning and sealing non-slip flooring, vinyl, safety flooring, marmoleum, tile and stone, ensuring the safety and prolonged life of your flooring.

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Lifestyle

By Sharavogue Junior School

‘When to start Junior Infants?’ Dilemma Sharavogue Junior School has been established for 31 years.

Small classes of 10 – 14 children with mixed age groups enables the children to grow in confidence and learn with enjoyment.

We follow the Department of Education National Curriculum and continue to employ the Montessori principles of teaching enabling each of the children to move at their own pace.

For children born between March and June – the question of whether to start them in Junior Infants at 4 years or 5 years always brings lots of discussion.

and concentration which with an additional year are more developed and make for an easier transition into the next stage.

For many developmental milestones, we find that every child is different. Even within the same family, one child may walk or talk many months before the next, In Sharavogue, we have a unique Transition Class (T1) in so many of the quoted milestones for children are our Junior School. generalisations. Likewise there are no hard and fast rules for sending your child to school at 4 or 5.

The T1 class was set up almost 8 years ago as a bridging class between the Senior Montessori class and the Advantages Of Starting School At 5 Years Junior Infants. It is particularly suited to children who • Physically – With the additional 12 months of have their 4th birthday from March onwards and whose growing and developing, the children are more parents are facing the dilemma of whether they are able for playground situations which can often be ready for Junior Infants. one of the most daunting things about starting school.

This is a full Montessori class with Maths equipment, • Socially – the children have had an additional year Language, Sensorial, Practical Life and Culture. The (25% of their lives to date!) of social interaction children all move at their own pace as opposed to a rote with their peers, teachers and the world around learning format. This challenges them where required them. They have learnt more survival skills to deal and allows them to enjoy their continued learning in a with social issues e.g. “your picture is bad,” “you small classroom environment. are slow,” “you’re not coming to my party.”

• Academically –This is not top of the list, as all Transition class has been a huge success and parents children will be at different stages and this will pan continue to tell us what an advantage it was and out over the first 2 years of school. However, there recommend it to others facing the “Junior Infant Start are certain areas – i.e. fine motor skills required for Dilemma”! pencil grip and writing, hand eye co-ordination

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Montessori mornings Programme (ECCE approved) From 2.5 years – 4 years Please contact us for a booking form

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Making Home Improvements

By Helen Cassidy Decorating Decorating is the one task that even the most DIYphobic can turn their hands to. More importantly, it is relatively cheap and can make a huge difference to your home. Here are a few hints on how to go about it.

Preparation Whatever kind of decorating you are doing, proper preparation is essential. If you are decorating a wall that is already papered, the old wallpaper needs to be completely removed. Tear off the outer layer and then use a steamer to remove the last traces of the inner layer. If you are painting the wall, remove any last traces of paste with a proprietary detergent.

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If you are painting woodwork for the first time, apply knotting solution to any knots and then seal the wood with undercoat or watered down emulsion. When reglossing woodwork, sand down the old paintwork to give the coat something to key to. Fill in any holes, cracks or gaps with decorator’s filler; this comes in tubs or tubes and can be applied with a mastic gun. Allow to dry and then sand down before painting it. Also fill in any holes or cracks in plaster before painting. If you are not confident in the accuracy of your brushwork, apply masking tape to the unpainted edge making sure there are no creases in the tape. Don’t forget to thoroughly cover all exposed surfaces with dust sheets before you start decorating Wallpapering Wallpaper is expensive, time consuming to apply and can be overwhelming if used to decorate the whole room. It makes sense to just paper one wall as a feature wall. Before you start, make sure you have the right equipment, a pasting table, tub for the paste, large pair of sharp scissors and papering brush. A tape measure and craft knife are also useful. Hang your first piece into the corner of the room. Measure the drop against the wall and mark the point where you will cut across the roll. Use a spirit level to mark a vertical line just less than a paper’s width from the corner. Apply plenty of paste to the back of the paper, folding it as you go to keep the piece to a manageable length. Line up one edge of the sheet with the vertical mark and then use the papering brush to smooth it evenly against the wall and press it into the corners. Score a line along the corners with a fingernail, peel the paper back slightly and cut along each score mark. The paper will now fit perfectly.

Repeat the process by butting each new drop against the edge of the sheet you have already laid.

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Emulsioning Upmarket brands of paint such as Farrow and Ball are very popular right now, but they are also very expensive. Much of their appeal lies in the traditional colour palette they employ, so a more cost effective option is to have Dulux colour match paint mixed up in the exact shade you want.

Start at the top and work your way down, so do the ceiling first and then the walls, leaving the woodwork until last. Using a roller to cover the bulk of the area is much quicker and you will get a more even finish.

Usually you can get away with just one coat too. Money spent on a high quality brush is never wasted. Don’t overload the brush with paint and reload it frequently.

Use slow careful strokes into the corners; your strokes should all be in the same direction. If you do slip, just wipe off the excess paint with a damp cloth. Always apply two coats with the brush.

If all of this sounds just a little too much – get in the professionals!

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Windyridge Gardening Tips

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Written by Gaye Woods Windyridge Gardening tips for the Spring.

ROSES

Spray fortnightly for Black Spot and Greenfly. Cut out any damaged or broken branches GARDENERS TIP: Add Tomato food to your spray for healthy foliage.

HANGING BASKETS

Water regularly particularly if baskets are in a windy or sunny position. Feed with Tomato feed or Miracle grow every 2-3 weeks and dead head to promote flowering.

HERBACEOUS PLANTS Support tall plants such as Delphiniums, Peonies etc. Half-hoops or spiral metal supports are easy to use and should be placed in position now.

GARDENERS TIP: Cut back Delphiniums after flowering, feed and you should get a second flush later in the season.

Interested in Grow Your Own

-Sow Summer Salad crops such as Lettuce, Radish and Rocket every 2-3 weeks for fresh pickings throughout the summer. These can be sown directly into the ground.

GARDENERS TIP -Sow lettuce in window boxes or hanging baskets to avoid slugs.

Strawberries can also be planted in baskets.

-Herbs: Plant Sage, Rosemary, Thyme, Oregano, Mint outside in a nice sunny position and pick regularly.

-Tender Herbs such as Basil and Coriander should be protected by keeping in a greenhouse, conservatory or on a sunny window sill.

-Tomatoes: start to feed every 2 weeks when flowers start to appear, pinch outside shoots and place bamboo canes for support, tie with soft garden twine to avoid damaging the stems.

-Potatoes: Continue to earth up your potatoes, watch out for blight and spray if necessary.

-Fruit: Apply General Purpose Fertilizer. Protect soft fruit from damage by birds, use netting to cover the bushes.

Lawn Maintenance -Mow Regularly, Now is a good time to apply a fertilizer, if weeds are problem use a product which will have feed and weedkiller combined. Apply 3 days after mowing and leave for 3-5days before cutting again. Rake out any dead moss.

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Winner of the Memorex Telex Culture Award

Gaeltacht Summer Courses 2014 Primary & Secondary School Students

In Ballinteer Community School, Dublin 16 & Sancta Maria College, Ballyroan, Dublin 16.

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Course A: 09/06/14 – 20/06/14 Course B: 23/06/14 - 04/07/14 Course C: 07/07/14 - 18/07/14 Course D: 21/07/14 - 01/08/14

Course E: 02/06/14 - 13/06/14 Course F: 30/06/14 -1 1/7/14

Church of Ireland, College of Further Education, Rathmines, Dublin 6 Course H: 09/06/14 - 20/06/14 • Formal Class • Sports • Games • Competitions • Fun Activities • • Céile & Sing Song • Art • Drama •

“An excellent, enriching and most enjoyable course” Book Online or Contact us for Brochure & Application Form.

Web: www.ColaisteNaomhEoin.com | Fón: (01) 298 5287

Local Summer Camps 2014 Coláiste Naomh Eoin Irish College Camp Coláiste Naomh Eoin is Ireland’s leading Gaeltacht Summer Course and has been based here in the city for the past 18 years. The Nationally Acclaimed & Award Winning course has a proven track record of offering both Primary & Secondary School Students high quality courses and excellent service.

Coláiste Naomh Eoin makes every effort to ensure that all our students learn Irish in a relaxed atmosphere so they develop a positive attitude and a love of our Irish language & culture.

Our Gaeltacht Summer Course is run over a two-week period consisting of six days the first week and five days of the second week. A full day is from 10am-4pm, while Saturday of the first week is a half-day from 10am–1pm. The Coláiste provides the unique Céilí experience in the evenings, which consists of Irish dance, song, culture, drama and fun Irish activates. Our staff is made up of a dedicated and highly skilled team of professional Primary and Secondary School teachers, who have many years experience in designing, preparing and teaching effective Irish Language Courses to all levels. Our teachers are the best in Ireland and are individually hand picked. Coláiste Naomh Eoin was awarded the prestigious Memorex Telex Culture Award. We are proud to be honoured by having such a worthy distinction and we are delighted to have this opportunity to share this success with you.

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Kids

Local Summer Camps 2014 Irish National Sailing School clubhouse facility and we are fully insured. We have an excellent safety record and pride ourselves on our superb reputation.

With our unrivalled experience, we believe everyone can sail. Watching youngsters grow in confidence is one of the greatest rewards for the School staff.

The Irish National Sailing School, based in Dún Laoghaire, is the largest sailboat training provider in Ireland. We have been getting people on the water since 1972. We provide all essential gear, boats and buoyancy aids, while wetsuits can be hired by the week.

Our instructors are very experienced, we have a modern

At the Irish National Sailing School, we teach children in a pressure free, relaxed environment. The success of our programme is based on dividing children into groups of their own age bracket and according to their sailing experience to ensure that every child is challenged within their level of experience. Our courses will entertain, challenge and stimulate your children as they learn how to master a sailing dinghy afloat – and have fun along the way!

Give your child a skill for life!!

Sailing Courses at the Irish National Sailing School

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Summer Sailing & Watersports Camps

Based in Dun Laoghaire we are the foremost provider of children’s sailing courses in Ireland catering for ages 4-18 years. Our Courses run during the Summer months on a weekly basis 9am-5pm each day. We offer a generous discount scheme for group bookings. For more information:

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Hombu Dojo Children’s Summer Camp 7th - 11th July 2014 and 18th – 22nd August 2014

INSTRUCTORS: Scott Langley 6th Dan; Palma Diosi 4th Dan; Mark Sheridan 4th Dan Location: Hombu Dojo, Ranelagh, Dublin 6 Time: Price:

10am ‘til 2.30pm daily. (Drop off 9am to 10am €5.00 extra) 5 days Є99 3 Days €70 1 Day Є25

The ever successful and popular Children’s Summer Camp will be held again this year at the Hombu Dojo - Ranelagh. Activities are designed to further develop student’s karate skills as well as deepen their understanding of Japanese culture.

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Booking essential - first come first served (deposits required).

Local Summer Camps 2014 Hombu Dojo Karate Summer Camp Hombu Dojo the most successful club in Ireland, with 500 members, the WTKO Hombu Dojo (Headquarter Club) is the best of Japanese Karate on your doorstep. The Chief Instructor-Scott Langley 6th Dan is one of the youngest people ever to win the World Championships and has over 25 years’ experience practicing and teaching karate. Instructors Mark Sheridan 4th Dan and Palma Diosi 4th Dan are also part of the team.

The ever successful and popular Children’s Summer Camps will be held again this year at the Hombu Dojo - Ranelagh. The activities will be designed to further develop student’s karate skills as well as deepen their understanding of Japanese culture.

Each day the mornings will start with training. We will move away from standard karate classes and work on more varied training and preparation for the friendly competition on Friday afternoon. Participants will also learn basic Japanese calligraphy and phrases, so they are able to write their names and introduce themselves. Campers will also enjoy a classic Miyazaki Japanese Anime and learn basic origami and how to make sushi! The karate quiz and all stars will be team events where the children can win prizes.

Palma Sensei, with her extensive competition background will teach students how to referee. We will be taking a photo portrait of each participant in a karate pose and they will receive these photos on Friday afternoon.

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Local Summer Camps 2014 Enjoy the benefits of summer study and beyond with Kumon

School stops for summer, learning doesn’t have to Kumon’s maths and English study programmes work throughout the summer to ensure your child is constantly learning and developing their ability.

Daily study of the Kumon Maths and English Programmes can make all the difference when it comes to keeping the brain active between school terms, and throughout the year.

As a new school term approaches, it’s especially important that your child gets to grips with the core subjects of maths and English, as well as the vital learning skills which can take students beyond their school level.

The Kumon Blackrock Study Centre is located at The St. Philip & St. James Parish Centre, Cross Avenue, with classes running on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30pm to 5:30pm.

For more information, contact Instructor Cliodhna Colgan on 01 294 6956 or email blackrock@kumoncentre.ie.

To unlock your child’s potential, contact your local Instructor for a free assessment.

Blackrock Study Centre Cliodhna Colgan 01 294 6956 blackrock@kumoncentre.ie

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Local Summer Camps 2014

French Summer School The French Summer School’s aim is to enable students to experience the French language in an enjoyable and effective way. Throughout the course we provide a positive, inclusive and happy learning experience while ensuring that solid progress takes place in mastering the essentials of the oral, aural and written components of the language. We commit ourselves to provide a high quality teaching to enable our students to learn quickly and confidently in French.

The course consists of 3 hour classes over a two-week duration. The classes are designed to prepare students for Junior and Leaving Cert. examinations and teach the language needed to converse and communicate in French in an everyday context as well as concentrating on, developing oral fluency, rehearsing for oral and aural examinations, revising basic grammatical structure and aiding in preparation for written examinations. It is our aim to ensure that each student enjoys the course as much as possible.

Parents, teachers and students alike.

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Course A 23/06/14 - 06/07/14 Course B 07/07/14 - 18/07/14 Course C 21/07/14 - 01/08/14 Please note that for course B & C we are adding a ‘Beginners in French’ course for Primary School students in 5th & 6th class

“An excellent course, excellently taught”

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Local Summer Camps 2014

Playball Why choose Playball? Playball gives children of all abilities an opportunity to experience the benefits of participating in sports.

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Promotes a healthy start and a happy balanced lifestyle.

Increases confidence and motivation.

Develops concentration, focus and listening skills.

Teaches sportsmanship and fair play.

Develops independence, persistence, goal setting, and leadership.

Playball Summer camps for 3 – 12 year olds Running weekly from 30th June - 22nd August Venue: Carysfort National School, Convent Road, Blackrock Time: 9.30am – 2pm (early drop off & late pick up available) Fee: €90 for 5 days; €80 for 4 days Playball also run Birthday parties for 4-12 year olds and coach Playball classes 7-days a week in various Dublin locations* during school terms. *Killiney, Cabinteely, Rathmines, Stillorgan and Dundrum.

Don’t delay - book your child’s place today!

Learn – Practice – Play .....it’s the Playball way!

The source of all learning begins with movement.

Contact: kids@playball.ie

Telephone 087 226 2828 www.kids.playball.ie

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Blackrock Banter - What’s On This Month What’s going on in Blackrock and the surrounding areas for May and June. No shortage of things to do and places to go, whatever the weather.

PAVILION THEATRE, DÚN LAOGHAIRE (01) 231 2929

Call our Box Office on 01 231 2929 or call in to the Pavilion Theatre Box Office. We’re open Monday to Saturday from 12pm to 5pm (8pm on performance nights) and Sunday from 5pm to 8pm (only on performance nights). You can also book online at www.paviliontheatre.ie.

MAY 8

REELING IN THE 60’S

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The Wiz of Oz – The Dance Academy Company, tickets €16/10

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The Dance Academy is delighted to showcase pupils from Mount Merrion, Maynooth, Bray and Edenderry who are combining to present our version of The Wiz of Oz. Children from 4 years upwards will strut the boards to tell of Dorothy’s adventures through Ballet and Jazz dance. Will the Good Witch Glynda manage to keep Dorothy safe on her journey or will the Wicked Witch of the West capture and obtain the magic Ruby slippers?

Reeling in the 60’s, music, tickets €25/23 “Reeling In The Showband Years” has been a complete sell out right around the country for the past 5 years, and the people who brought you that great show, now proudly present “Reeling In The 60’S”, A RIP ROARING, ROLLICKING night of fun and nostalgia for the music that encompasses the birth of Rock “n” Roll, Pop and all else in between.

THE WIZ OF OZ

MAY 15

A NIGHT IN NOVEMBER

A Night in November, Ramor Theatre, tickets €18/16.

When Ulster Protestant, Kenneth McCallister finds himself on the football terraces for a crucial Northern Ireland v Republic of Ireland World Cup qualifying match, little does he know that his hum-drum life is about to change forever.

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smash-hit one-man show, A Night in November features Padraic McIntyre playing the part of Kenneth, a protestant dole clerk on a search for his own identity.

As Kenneth deals with his crisis through A series of monologues and soliloquies we meet numerous other characters all played by the one actor.

DEBUT 2014

Debut 2014, Dance, Sallynoggin College of Further Education – tickets €12 Sallynoggin College of Further Education presents an evening of energetic music and dance from the Dance students 2014.

Blending the beauty and strength of Classical Ballet with the artistic and often thought provoking Contemporary dance style.

Along with some up tempo dynamic Jazz moves and some legendery Musical Theatre. Open to all ages it promises to be a fun and entertaining show all round.

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Events children’s goods 0-5yrs at pop-up locations around Ireland.

Parents sell great brands at bargain prices, allowing savings of up to 80%.

It’s the perfect place to stock up on all your baby and toddler needs without spending a fortune, from furniture, prams, toys, maternity & baby clothes, books swings, walkers, car seats the list is endless.. It’s also fun way to recycle.

They only select indoor venues for their baby market so they will be operating no matter what the weather. The markets are normally made up of 5-6 trade stalls and 20 preowned stalls.

If you have any questions or would like to speak with a Yummy Mummy Market representative please e-mail info@yummymummymarket. com. The website is www. yummymummymarket.com. The next markets are on the following dates;

technology.

Let your imagination flow and you will travel back in time and be enthralled by the extraordinary work of the Archer, the Cook and the travelling Barber-Surgeon.

You can climb to the battlements for panoramic views of sea and mountains. Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the early Christian Church and Graveyard, dedicated to Saint Begnet. Browse the interactive time line from early Christian through Viking, Medieval, Victorian and modern times in Dalkey (available in 12 languages).

Admission Rates 2013 Adult: €7.95, Student €6.95, Concession: €6.95, Child: €5.95, Family: €22.50 (2 Adults & 2 Children u 12).

Tel 01 285 8366 info@dalkeycastle.com www.dalkeycastle.com

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DALKEY CASTLE & HERITAGE CENTRE

Open year round.

Enjoy the contrast between 15th century living history with the costumed actors and the interactives of 21st century

DUN-LYRIC ROCK AND SOUL

Dun-Lyric rock and soul teen singing group for 14-18 year olds – starting soon – to register your interest, call Emma on 086 8401046 or email eobrien@crosscare.ie for more info.

NEWS

TEEN LIFE COACHING

Teen life coaching is a one to one FREE and confidential service, to help teenagers overcome life’s obstacles and work towards a wonderful future. Contact Emma on 086 8401046 or email eobrien@ crosscare.ie

NEWS FÁILTE ISTEACH DÚN LAOGHAIRE

THE DININGROOM PROJECT

The Diningroom project provides free meals between 12pm and 2pm at the Hall in Christchurch, Park Road, Dunlaoghaire, by the People’s Park.

The Diningroom has the support of the local community/churches and authorities and opened its doors on February 24th. It is open Mondays/Tuesdays and Thursdays.

The 4th of May in the Stillorgan Park Hotel, The 15th of June in the Royal Hotel Bray The 27th of July in the Stillorgan Park Hotel, The 7th of September in the Royal Hotel, Bray.

The markets run from 1pm to 3.30pm, but do check the website for details.

NEWS

Fáilte Isteach is a community project offering free conversational English classes to migrants living in the Community.

All are welcome. Beginners – intermediate – advanced.

Dún Laoghaire Methodist Church, Northumberland Avenue, Every Monday between 7-9pm.

The Dining Room, as it is called, is not just for homeless people but will include those who are suffering the effects of food poverty or those who are just lonely. For additional information, contact: Vicar Asa at rector.asa.bjork@gmail.com

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Events BUSINESS NEWS NETWORKING EVENTS Dún Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber Meeting Every Second Tuesday, IMI Sandyford, 8am This is an ongoing networking group designed to help members grow their businesses. The May meetings are Tuesday the 13th and Tuesday the 27th. Come down as a guest and see for yourself how the Chamber can help your business.

See www.dlrchamber.ie for details.

Southside B2B Southside B2B Business networking group meets every second Wednesday at 7.30pm in the National Yacht Club, Dún Laoghaire. Visitors are always welcome, Tel: 086 881 2947 for details or check the website: www. southsideb2b.org.

BNI Forty Foot Every Thursday morning at 6.45am in Harbourview, Crofton Road, Dún Laoghaire.

BNI is an international business referral organisation allowing only one member per business category in each chapter. Go to www.bnine. ie/fortyfoot for details of how to visit as a guest.

Dun Laoghaire Coaching Group For people interested in Life & Business Coaching (monthly meetings). www.meetup.com/TheDun-Laoghaire-Coaching-Group.

Dublin Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy Practice Group For people interested in Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy (monthly meetings). www.meetup.com/ Dublin-Hypnosis-HypnotherapyMeet-Up.

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BOOLABUS COMMUNITY YOUTH THEATRE

Age group 15 yrs to 20 yrs, Meets every Saturday from 12pm to 2pm in Crosscare Youth Service, Boylan centre, Sussex Street, Dún Laoghaire. New members always welcome. No experience needed, just enthusiasm and commitment.

Check out our promotional video on Youtube.

Phone 284 4085 or email lorraine. youtharts@dlys.ie.

NEWS

YOUTH CAFE WRITERS WORKSHOP

Age 15 yrs to 20 yrs. Meets every Wednesday from 5pm to 6.30pm in the ‘Beat Youth Café’ Eblana Ave, Dún Laoghaire.

Phone 280 6147 or email lorraine. youtharts@dlys.ie.

NEWS

GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY LECTURE PROGRAMME

Tues. May 13th – ‘Technology and Genealogy from a layperson’s point of view’ by Maura Flood.

Tues. June 10th – ‘Clans of Ireland – a case study of the O’Donnell clan’ by Francis M. O’Donnell.

VENUE: Dún Laoghaire College of Further Education, Cumberland St., Dún Laoghaire, Co. Dublin.

Directions on www.familyhistory.ie As the only genealogical organisation providing monthly lectures throughout the year, the programme is varied to meet the needs of all levels of research experience.

Séamus Moriarty, FGSI Dir, GSI Lecture Programme:- Gazette@ familyhistory.ie

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MARKETS

Blackrock Market Blackrock Market is where to buy just about anything worth having.

Soak up the lively atmosphere and unique character of one of Dublin’s most intriguing destinations.

Develop a taste for market shopping as you wander through the maze of stalls.

Located at 19a Main Street, Blackrock, Co. Dublin. Open Saturdays: 11am - 5:30pm, Sundays: 12pm - 5:30pm , Bank Holiday Mondays: 11am - 5:30pm CoCo Market Sip wild and wonderful teas or savour a deliciously ripe Brie, relish irresistible sausages or new spring lamb or simply delight in the delicious aromas and the wholesome happy feeling of a trip to the CoCo Markets.

The People’s Park, Dún Laoghaire - Sundays 11AM – 4PM Cabinteely Park - Sundays 10AM – 4PM

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- 2 cooked chicken breasts lettuce - 2 x Baby gem lettuce or 1 x Romaine - 150g Mayonnaise - 8 anchovies - 2 tbsp Worcester sauce shaving - 100g grated parmesan plus extra for - 2 cloves garlic - Juice of 1 lemon - Salt & pepper le with - Croutons – cube stale bread and drizz 150C t abou at oven an oil, season and bake in until golden and crunchy

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Place the mayonnaise, garlic, anchovies, Worcester sauce, grated parmesan and half of the lemon juice in a food processor. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust with the remaining lemon juice, salt and pepper.

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Cut the root end of the lettuce off and separate the leaves; leave out any soft outer leaves and use only the more yellow inner leaves which are crunchy and sweeter. Place the leaves in a mixing bowl and spoon in as much sauce as you like to coat the leaves – toss them in the bowl until coated. Slice the chicken and warm in an oven for 2-3 minutes.

Place the coated leaves in a serving bowl and sprinkle the croutons over. Then add the strips of chicken, the anchovies and shave extra parmesan over the top.

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Money Finance Lifestyle

By Brian Cunneen of O’Neill / Cunneen / McCarthy Solicitors

The What, Why and When of Wills Our suggestion for this month is that you make a Will It looks like the economy is finally turning a corner and that things are getting better so, plan ahead and make a Will!

What is a Will?

A Will sets out how you would like to dispose of your property on your death to your loved ones. Your Will appoints one or more people to manage this process after you have passed away. There are very strict rules as regards what is a valid Will, so consult a Solicitor.

Why? A Will is the only way to ensure that whatever you leave is distributed with minimum delay. It makes sure that your wishes are known and followed. You can, subject to certain rules (see below), control who will inherit. Perhaps you might like to leave specific assets (e.g. jewelry) to someone, make provision for a family member with a disability or maybe leave a charitable donation.

half of the estate. If there are children, the entitlement is one-third of your estate, but your children are not necessarily entitled to the rest.

However, if you don’t have a valid Will, you will die “intestate”. The rules on intestacy are totally different.

If there are have no children, on intestacy, your spouse/ civil partner inherits your entire estate. If you have children, your spouse/civil partner will inherit twothirds, and one-third is divided equally between your children.

These two sets of rules apply even if you have been separated (physically but not legally) for many years from your ex and you haven’t put the paperwork in place!

Everyone’s circumstances are different and the above is therefore general information only and not legal advice. For further information please obtain legal/ tax advice.

Alternatively you may want to appoint guardians for children to look after them and make the “big decisions” if something were to happen to you.

For any deaths (or indeed gifts made) after 6th December, 2012, children will pay CAT Tax at a rate of 33% on anything they inherit from parents above a threshold of €225,000. For inheritances by siblings, nieces/nephews, grandchildren (and potentially parents) the threshold is €30,150. For everyone else, the limit is €15,075. Gifts or inheritances between spouses/civil partners are exempt from CAT. Don’t forget that even if you are in negative equity, your Mortgage Protection Policy could potentially discharge your mortgage if you die. With careful Tax and Estate planning, you could minimise any Tax your beneficiaries might have to pay.

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When?

If you already have made a will-up date it! It is generally recommended that people make fresh Wills when financial (moving house) or particularly family situations change (divorce/ separation, birth/ adoption etc.).

Legal Right Share & Intestacy If you make a valid Will, your spouse/civil partner is entitled to a minimum “Legal Right Share” of your estate. If there are no children, this entitlement is one-

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When you need to be absolutely sure Putting those most precious to you in the best possible hands Having a baby is a life changing experience. So if you or your little one were diagnosed with a life changing ailment what would you do? How would you feel if you could have the peace of mind that comes with a second opinion from a leading medical expert?

What is Best Doctors?

Best Doctors is a global organisation which brings the world’s leading medical expertise to you and your family offering a second opinion when you need it most. Best Doctors can perform an in-depth assessment of your diagnosis and treatment options and answer any questions you may have about your or your child’s condition, helping you get on the right treatment path, first time.

Is it only for serious or life threatening conditions?

No, here are just some of the conditions for which people rely on Best Doctors’ expertise: › Gynaecological

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You and your family can get access to Best Doctors if you take out a protection policy with Aviva. That means if you take out a new life assurance, specified illness or income protection policy you will have the Best Doctors service included. The service is provided at no extra cost with your policy and you don’t have to pay to use the service either.

The service covers: › You › Your spouse/partner and › Your children up to the age of 18 (or 23 if in full time education)

Terms and Conditions

What’s more Best Doctors can even be used for conditions diagnosed before your Aviva policy starts.

Best Doctors is not available for acute, pregnancy-related or mental health conditions. The service does not cover the cost of treatment, additional testing or face-to-face consultations. Aviva Life & Pensions Ireland Limited does not guarantee the ongoing availability of the Best Doctors service to its policyholders and may, at its sole discretion, withdraw access to the service at a month’s notice. Policyholders will receive written notification if the Best Doctors service is withdrawn. Best Doctors is not included with policies that are taken out under conversion options. Best Doctors is an independent company and Aviva will not be responsible for any actions taken or not taken as a consequence of recommendations made by Best Doctors. The case story is a real Best Doctors case which has been authorised for use by the patient. In order to respect and maintain the patient’s privacy, personal details have been modified.

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Member of Insurance Ireland. Aviva Life & Pensions Ireland Limited is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.

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Shankill man raises funds for the Irish Cancer Society sessions at three week intervals and is due to finish in the middle of May 2014.

What has really blown me away is the fact that I am experiencing VERY little reaction to my chemotherapy. Most of the medication I take counteracts the side effects of chemotherapy.

I am really impressed that this is the way it is.

These results could only have been achieved by the considerable time and effort that must have been put in by countless doctors, nurses, researchers, volunteers etc in the past.

These days, cancer is not spelt ‘CANCER’, it’s spelt ‘cancer’, it doesn’t even begin with a capital ‘C’ any more.

Thanks to all this effort in the past, I am effectively living a normal life. I am symptom free apart from being occasionally tired and breathless. I want to do something positive to ensure that this valuable work continues, so that people who are affected by cancer in the future will be able to avail of the best support services that can be provided.

Patrick Faull, IT/Typing trainer from Shankill was diagnosed with cancer early this year. Some people would have struggled with the news, but Patrick has decided not to let it beat him.

We asked Patrick to tell us about his story so far.

In early January 2014 I was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. As you can imagine it came as a great shock.

However, in the end the news wasn’t nearly as bad as it could have been. After my treatment I am expected to achieve complete remission. My form of lymphoma is very treatable and responds very well to conventional chemotherapy. Everything has gone swimmingly; I was diagnosed within a week, seen by the consultant within another week, and commenced treatment less than ten days later. My treatment includes six chemotherapy

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My goal is to raise over €5,000 for the Irish Cancer Society. My campaign will run until June 2014 and I am doing this through two events. The first event was a sponsored head shave which raised the first €1,700. I supported Today FM’s Shave or Dye campaign by shaving my hair and beard at the end of February. The second event will be a sponsored hill walk in the Wicklow Mountains, which will take place on Saturday, June 7, 2014. This walk will start from the Wicklow Gap car park at 11am. This walk is suitable for most people, both young and old and weather permitting will give spectacular views over the Wicklow mountains. Please bring a packed lunch, suitable walking boots and appropriate wet weather gear. It’s not suitable for babies in wheeled buggies.

Donations will be taken on the day. For more up to date information please check the website below. Why not come and join me on the day.

You can donate as well as take part in the walk by going to www.mycharity.ie/event/patricks-hairraising-event. Many thanks for your support and remember - I have lymphoma but it doesn’t have ME.

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By Nicola Costello Of Sláinte Care Clinic

Health

A Little Care Goes A long Way! Goes A long Way!

They might be the new kids in town but the team in Sláinte Care Clinic were in the same league as the long standing five star businesses at the Image Magazine Beauty Awards on March 26th at the Mansion House in Dublin.

Slainte Care Clinic, 13 Patrick Street, Dun Laoghaire.

(01) 663 9933 info@slaintecareclinic.ie Sláinte Care Clinic has not been open for a year yet but www.slaintecareclinic.ie has been noted for the talents of its Massage Therapist Michelle Lozano, who after a mystery shopper visit was nominated for Best Masseuse 2014 for the Image Business of Beauty Awards 2014.

HYPNOTHERAPY

The Awards were expanded this year to celebrate and honour the best beauty practitioners in Ireland.

Quote from Clinic Owner “Just the honour of being nominated for the award makes us feel like overall winners!”.

13 PATRICK STREET, DUN LAOGHAIRE

YOUR FIRST NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION!

Stop Smoking with Hypnosis in One Session Without Cravings Without Gaining Weight

Being nominated was one thing but we went a little further and made it to the finalist list with some pretty tough competition, such as Anahata, Espa Ritz Carlton, Melt, Merrion Hotel & Dublin Holistic Centre.

Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist - info@slaintecareclinic.ie

We hope to see you soon for a real treat and first class treatments.

TEL: (01) 663 9933 | (085) 814 5028

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Investing In You - Health Screening - Homeopathy - Hypnotherapy - Nutrition & Diet - Play Therapy & Bereavement - Counselling & Psychotherapy - Hot Stone Massage - Pregnancy Massage - Reiki - Life & Career Coaching - Wrinkle Relaxing Injections - Dermal Fillers

- Physiotherapy - Holistic Massage - Free Hearing Checks - Beauty Treatments - Women's Health & Fertility - Treatment of excessive Sweating

01 6639933 www.slaintecareclinic.ie

For appointments, prices or more information, call us or visit our website

Simon Carroll Electrical & Gas Services

House Rewiring Fuseboard Replacements Extra Sockets and Lights Domestic Appliance Repairs

ECSSA and RGI Registered For All Your Electrical Needs

Call Simon on 087 206 0136

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Index Auctioneer Des Lalor....................................32

Floors Floor Covering Specialists ........ 9

Music Community choir ......................11

Building Services Ecolight Sunrooms ...................19

Gardening Windyridge..................................2

Cleaning ChemDry .................................... 9

Glass Dublin Crystal Glass .................29

Nutrition Anne Owens ................................5 Solicitor O’Neill, Cuneen, McCarthy......24

Computers MicroPro ......................................3 One to one training ..................11

Health Sláinte Care Clinic ....................29 Hypnotherapist .........................28

Education Sharavogue ...............................11

Heating Mulveys ........................................9

Electrician Simon Carroll ........................... 29

Insurance Avalon ........................................27 Homesaver ................................25

Events Dún Laoghaire Diary............20-22

Local Elections Deirdre Kingston.........................7

Summer Camps Irish college ...............................14 Sailing School............................15 Hombojukarate .........................16 Kumon .......................................17 French college ..........................18 Playball ......................................19 Taxis VIP Taxis .....................................31 Web Design Clear Designs ..............................3

Useful Local Numbers Garda Confidential Line Freefone: ....................... 1800 666 111

Church of the Guardian Angels.: ........................... 01 283 2988

ESB Emergency: .................................................... 1850 372 999

St Andrews Church: ................................................ 01 288 2314

Gas Emergency – Leaks Only: ............................. 1850 205 050

St John the Baptist Church: ................................... 01 288 2104

Blackrock Emergency Numbers:

Various National Helplines:

Blackrock Garda Station: ........................................ 01 666 5200

Cancer: ..........................................1800 200 700 – Free Phone

Lifeboat Station: ..................................................... 01 280 2667

AIDS: ....................................................................... 01 872 4277

Blackrock Clinic: ...................................................... 01 283 2222

Aware: ..................................................................... 01 679 1711

St Vincents Hospital: ............................................... 01 221 4000

BodyWhys: ............................................................ 1890 200 444 ISPCC: ..................................................................... 01 679 4944

Religious:

Samaritans: ............................................................. 01 872 7700

All Saints Church.: ................................................... 01 288 1091 ABOUT DUN LAOGHAIRE & ABOUT BLACKROCK are PUBLISHED BY PI PUBLICATIONS TEL: 01 494 3557 All material copyright © About Magazines 2013. All rights reserved.

DELIVERED FREE BI-MONTHLY TO 5,000 HOMES AND BUSINESSES. The opinions and the views expressed in About Blackrock are those of the individual authors or contributors and are not necessarily those of the Editor or of About Magazines. About Magazines assume no liability for accuracy, errors or omissions in editorial or offer content. No advice or information given by contributors, About Magazines or any other party shall create any warranty or liability. about magazines cannot accept any responsibility for any loss or damage that may arise as a result of any errors, omissions or inaccuracies in this magazine.

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Call a taxi: 01 285 5444 Text a taxi: 087 223 3333 book www.viptaxis.ie Join us on Facebook Tel: 01 494 3557 About Blackrock 16.indd 31

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