Balbriggan Local V9I7-MAY 2024

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The heralding of springtime with birds singing and the changing of the clocks and longer evenings annually means the emergence of dozens of community organisations engaging in their activities. Whether it is charities running fundraising events or Scouts/Guides or youth/ elderly clubs emerging from their halls, they all enjoy the sunlight. Even on the days when the sun doesn’t shine it still brightens our days early and elongates our evening pursuits. Spring flowers now adorn our gardens, window boxes and hanging baskets and brighten our areas. The springtime period therefore is the time when fun and good health is promoted, and the gloom of Autumn and Winter is dispelled as we look forward to long lazy Summer days. At this time too, groups across Fingal are readying themselves for their outdoor activities. Scouts and Guides practising tent building, sporting teams now able to train outdoors and community groups erecting gazebos and using new innovative ideas to raise money for their worthy causes. Those volunteers in such groups are now invigorated by the brighter days and longer evenings and the smiles on their faces are there for all to see. As people who worked in the community/voluntary sector for many years, we are very aware of the importance of Spring and its benefits. There is not a volunteer who does not greatly value the sense of fulfilment they feel when they achieved their goals and there is no better feeling in this world. This year with the rise in the Cost of Living it is more imperative than ever for volunteers to come forward to help in any way they can. Therefore, we ask you to enjoy the brighter days and longer evenings, but please spare a moment to think how you could help in our community. Everyone has a talent for something and every little helps to create a better place for all of us to live in. So, let us enjoy what spring has brought us and volunteer and brighten someone else’s day. You’ll love it!

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Cllr Ryan reflects on a very busy year

Speaking after his selection to run in the Local Elections on 7th June, in the Balbriggan Local Electoral Area, Councillor Brendan Ryan reflected on the past year since he was co-opted to Fingal County Council to replace his party colleague, Councillor Seana O’Rodaigh. “It has been a very busy year which has just flown by.” he said. “But it has been so enjoyable” he added. “We are now just approaching one year since I took the decision to accept the co-option and return to local politics. I have enjoyed engaging again with old friends and organisations. I am thankful for the encouraging feedback that I have received, and I have enjoyed the busy schedule.” He said “In the past year I have pushed for: Balbriggan Town Hall to reopen to the public; Balbriggan beach water quality improvement; supports for small business in Balbriggan; need for local shopping in Balbriggan. I have highlighted road safety concerns; dangerous junctions; need for Improvement in footpaths; lighting of footpaths; accessibility of footpaths; improved bus services to and from Balbriggan.” He added. “Derelict sites, dumping, right sizing Housing provision, swimming pool campaign, beach condition, facilities for groups and engagement with Gardai are all matters that I have been actively engaged in during the past year.” “Balbriggan Community events that I have really enjoyed during the year are the St Patricks Day parade, the St Brigid’s Festival of Light. poetry and music events at the Warehouse, and the Town Awards night. Balbriggan people have always been great for coming out in such numbers for community events.” “Being a Councillor has given me the opportunity to be a member of the URBACT local leadership group for the Development of Stephenstown Industrial Park, in Balbriggan, the North Dublin Regional Drug and Alcohol Task Force, the Community Development, Heritage, Culture and Creativity Strategic Policy Committee, and the Comhairle na N’Og Steering Group and I am really enjoying my participation in all of them.” “But most of all I have enjoyed getting back to my clinic work which I had been doing in Balbriggan since 2007 and which I really missed for the short period that I was off the pitch. Friends aften

say to me that I am mad when I say this, but I really enjoy the individual contacts, the efforts to find solutions and the genuine gratitude of people when a solution is found.” “I am optimistic about the future of Balbriggan with lots of positive and exiting things coming down the tracks and looking forward to being part of it with the will of the people. It’s great to be back on the pitch!”

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Host a Street Feast party with your neighbours this May!

Get together with your neighbours to share food and enjoy some conversation and camaraderie this summer. Annual weekend of street parties and communities’ lunches. It doesn’t matter if you live in an apartment or house, all you need is a space to bring people together. Fingal County Council say people have had feasts organised in front gardens, on streets and greens, in car parks, laneways, local parks and community centres and can’t wait to see what you come up with! Registrations with Fingal County Council opened in February 2024. Once you have registered, you’ll receive your FREE Street Feast party pack, complete with bunting, posters, invites and a brilliant DIY guide! Fingal County Council ask that you host your Street Feast on the weekend of 25th – 26th May. So contact the Council now!

Balbriggan & District Historical Society – A busy time ahead!

Balbriggan & District Historical Society is looking forward to a busy time this month. We are delighted to announce we will hold a Pop Up Museum on the two weekends 25th and 26th May and 1st & 2nd June during Summerfest to display a small sample of the significant number of our historical Artefacts and photographs and videos which are of huge local and national interest. Topics featured will include the Linen & textile industry including Smyco, Harry Reynolds, The Sack of Balbriggan, Bremore Castle, the Bathhouse and Boathouse and some of our extensive 1893 local Balbriggan photo collection. The exhibition will take place in the Pop Up Museum space on the corner of

Clonard St and Bridge St, beside Central Pub. All are welcome and admission is free. On May 29th we welcome Aiden Arnold for a talk based on his recent book Barnewall de Berneval - 800 years of a Norman Irish family. As we all know the Barnewall family were associated with Bremore Castle in Balbriggan so this will be of huge interest. We have already had a great start to 2024 as we welcomed Gerard Shannon for a well researched and facinating talk on Liam Lynch in March. General Liam Lynch was one of the most important republican leaders of the Irish revolutionary period. But for many his life story wasn’t very well known and Gerry’s talk intoduced us to his early life and family and his

role in the IRA and also gave great insight into the war of independence and the tragedy of the Civil war. For our April talk we welcomed local historian and indeed a Committee member our own Jim Walsh for a talk on the tragedy of the Bolingbroke children in 1930. His talk told of their death in a fire in Balbriggan, and the impact on the Bolingbroke family and the community of a tragedy remembered in Balbriggan almost a century later.

All our talks take place in the Bracken Court Hotel at 8pm on the last Wednesday of the month, and all are welcome. Membership is €15, €20 family, or €10 for seniors or you can pay €5 for any individual talk.

Gerard Shannon with committee members Brian Howley, Íde Ní Liatháin and Bernie Kelly

Gerard Shannon giving his talk to the audience

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SOS – FCC -Save our lovely Balbriggan Sands

The front strand, as the locals of Balbriggan affectionately refer to it, lies, quietly and occasionally noisily, like a vigilant guardian of secrets and history who stands guard at the perimeter of this ever-expanding town. As you make your way down convent lane under the train tunnel, you will be captivated by its majesty and the boundless beauty and delights it offers. The beach is like a best friend who listens to your conversations, and thoughts and helps you find clarity while sitting listening to the hum of the sea lapping in and out along the shore. It is a gathering spot for locals to unwind and cherish moments spent with loved ones. This seaside community truly revolves around it; it is an integral part of its fabric. A much-loved destination where people of all backgrounds and origins may come together to have lasting experiences and build new friendships. Regrettably, the previously vivid and hypnotic golden sand mirage is fading away. Unattractive and invasive grass and weeds have taken the place, of our once envied golden sandy coveted beach, altering the past and erasing the cultural legacy of our town’s historic core. The sandy front beach in Balbriggan is especially important to the community, and as generational resident’s across decades, we have seen firsthand the delight that visitors have found on its golden sand. We cannot stand by and let this happen. A philosophy of morality known as utilitarianism opposes acts that bring misery and in favour of those that provide joy. Utilitarianism is a social, economic, and political theory that seeks to improve society overall when applied to decision-making. Our beach and community need mindful decision making from the individuals in charge in Fingal County Council who can ensure utility for the coastal community of our Balbriggan. So, we are asking the community of Balbriggan to protest and voice their upset with Fingal County Council for allowing our sandy beach to become covered in this horrible invasive, unsightly, and unfriendly weeds and grass. We are calling on Fingal County Council to return our beach to the glorious golden beach it has always been for generations.

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After Hours (1985) –An Underrated Classic

By Jack Shanley

With this underrated classic hitting cinemas once again last month, it gave a fantastic opportunity to rewatch it and review it. After Hours directed by Martin Scorsese in 1985, is a darkly comedic exploration of one man’s surreal and nightmarish journey through the streets of New York City. With its frenetic pacing, eccentric characters, and Kafkaesque plot, the film immerses viewers in a world where every turn leads to increasingly bizarre and absurd situations. Set over the course of one long, eventful night, the story follows Paul Hackett (played by Griffin Dunne), a mild-mannered office worker who finds himself trapped in a series of misadventures after a chance encounter with a mysterious woman named Marcy (played by Rosanna Arquette). As Paul navigates the surreal landscape of downtown Manhattan, he encounters a colourful cast of characters, including eccentric artists, eccentric bartenders, and a vigilante mob, all of whom seem determined to thwart his attempts to return home. Scorsese’s direction is masterful in its ability to create and sustain a sense of escalating tension and unease. The film’s use of claustrophobic cinematography and

discordant music adds to the feeling of paranoia and disorientation that permeates every scene. As Paul’s night goes from bad to worse, the audience is kept on the edge of their seats, never quite sure what twist or turn the story will take next. At its heart, After Hours is a black comedy that explores themes of alienation, urban isolation, and the absurdity of modern life. Paul’s descent into chaos serves as a darkly humorous commentary on the randomness and unpredictability of fate, as well as the often-absurd nature of human behaviour. The performances in After Hours are uniformly excellent, with Dunne delivering a standout performance as the hapless protagonist. His portrayal of Paul as a man caught in a Kafkaesque nightmare is both sympathetic and darkly funny, and he manages to convey a sense of mounting panic and desperation without ever veering into melodrama. In all truth I’d recommend checking out ‘After Hours’ and see what you think of it, I shall give it a score of Four Stars. You can buy ‘After Hours’ for €3.99 on YouTube. Director: Martin Scorsese – Rating: R – Genre: Comedy/Thriller – Run Time: 1h 37m Language: English. For more film content please follow @ movies4fanatics on Instagram.

Brennan welcomes €110k for Balrothery Tower House and extension to Balrothery National School

Fianna Fáil’s Sinéad Lucey Brennan, a first-time candidate in the Balbriggan LEA for the forthcoming local elections on 7 June, has welcomed the news of €110,000 being allocated to the Balrothery Tower House by her party colleague Minister Darragh O’Brien under the Community Monuments Fund 2024. The Community Monuments Fund invests in archaeological heritage and helps owners and custodians of archaeological monuments to safeguard them into the future for the benefit of communities and the public.Commenting, she added “I’m delighted to welcome the funding for Balrothery Tower House, it is very much needed. Additionally, the Church Tower is one of seven protected National Monuments. It is proposed to make the necessary conservation works to improve the impact of the weather on the building and extend its

lifetime for generations to come. I want to commend the Balrothery Community Association for their tireless work over the last number of years to keep this on the agenda and I’m committed to supporting them as we progress to make further improvements to the Tower House, Church Tower and Heritage Centre among other amenities in Balrothery such as a proposed route from the village to Ardgillan Park”. Recently, on Friday 12 April, along with Minister O’Brien, she visited Balrothery National School to view the new school extension. Commenting, she said “It is a credit to the pupils and their families, and all the hardworking and committed staff who have put years of toil into this project. They worked very hard with Minister Norma Foley (FF), it’s looking brilliant and I’m really excited to see its completion later this year. It will be a fantastic facility for everyone.

Communion Season is still in full swing!

Communion season is in full swing now and if you’re worrying about hosting a get together at your home, perhaps you could go out for a bite to eat instead. Bracken Court Hotel in Balbriggan has some great Communion menus and offers that are affordable and delicious and they takes so much stress off parents on the big day. Everyone gets fed, you don’t have to cook and you come home to a clean house! That’s a definite win-win! We went to check out the newly refurbished bar and lobby at Bracken Court last weekend and enjoyed a girly Afternoon Tea. As always, the food was fresh and delicious and the staff couldn’t have been more friendly. We had some sandwiches and cakes left over and they were happy to parcel it up

for us to take home. We’ve had family birthdays, retirement parties, weddings and communions there and it is a firm family favourite. If you are still getting the last bits and bobs together for the Communion, here are some helpful tips. Penney’s has a wonderful range of Spring clothing instore now, we particularly love the Rita Ora collection. There are floaty, romantic dresses for Mums, cute outfits for siblings and smart trousers and shirts for Dads and Communion boys. For fancy accessories, check out new Irish company balootclothing.com/ Gorgeous hairbands, bags and wraps to jazz up any outfit. If you would like to get the Communion child a special piece of jewellery, Absolute Jewellery have stunning

bracelets, necklaces and earrings for girls. Tipperary Crystal have nice snazzy silver cross pins for boys, perfect to pop on the lapel of a jacket or waistcoat. They make a lovely keepsake. (Check out our FB page for Communion Jewellery competitions here:facebook.com/mams. ireland If you are hosting people at home, don’t be afraid to ask family and friends to bring along something to help out. Everyone has a special dish, whether its savoury or sweet or even a few bags of crisps and it’s a great help when people contribute! The most important thing is that the child and their whole family has the best possible day. That - and hopefully no rain!!

The Benefits of School Talks by Tom O’Neill

I got my first Guide Dog Frank in 1985, the branch was founded about 1987. Our children went to St Molaga’s N.S. Balbriggan. My son’s teacher Mrs Hassett asked me to come into the school to chat to the children about what it means to have a Guide Dog. I had only done one school talk before that, and it was in St. Georges N.S. Balbriggan. I have done many talks in the intervening years. I believe they have achieved a few good things; In my hometown of Balbriggan the now adults speak very comfortably to me and easily approach and help me in a shop or on the street when it’s needed.

Another part of my life was my involvement in the Irish Rail Disability Users’ group where several of us with different disabilities were asked for suggestions to improve things on the railway system. I had two things I wanted, and one was

to have all train stops announced on the trains. The other was to encourage Irish Rail to form a Customer Service desk at their two main stations, Heuston and Connolly. This is now available throughout the network for everybody but it is not perfect by any means. For myself with a Guide Dog I go to my local station Balbriggan and I ask the staff there to ring Connolly and ask a member of the Customer Service team there to meet me as I am transferring to the Sligo train that also goes out of Connolly. Recently I did this and as I got off on the platform in Connolly I heard, “It is Tom I can’t believe it” he was a member of the Customer Service team, he told me that last time he met me he was 8 years of age, and he was in Stamullen N.S. Co Meath when I was in with my Guide Dog giving a talk. Some 30 years later he was in the station

in Connolly when a call came in to meet a Tom from Balbriggan with a Guide Dog. He said to himself “Could it be that Tom from all those years back?” It was and he was so comfortable chatting with me and guiding me that I am certain those talks achieved their aim to make a person feel comfortable with a person who is visually impaired and has a Guide Dog. If you are interested in volunteering with us please feel free to contact us: Balbriggan/North County Dublin Branch of Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind Phone/text: 085 7663107 or you can always contact us at Email: guidedogsbalbriggan@gmail.com or indeed you may contact us on our facebook page Find us on Facebook: Balbriggan Branch of Guide Dogs

How To Remove Stress From Your Finances

By Dave Kavanagh

Most aspects of your life are connected to your finances, yet most people don’t take the time to plan them effectively. A couple of reasons for this: If you have a problem that needs a plumber, an electrician or a roofer, you will know about it. If you haven’t reviewed your finances for a while, you may not even be aware that you have a problem. The other reason is that some of the main aspects of financial planning are viewed as “negative”. I mean who wants to spend time considering potential occurrences like the impact of a fatality, or give thought to having sufficient income in your retirement when you haven’t reached 30 yet? This perception of “negative” is often why people subconsciously avoid the topic, often citing “not having enough time” as a reason. The same reason explains why people spend regularly on things like the lotto, believing they can win the jackpot, at odds of 10.7million to 1. The same people’s odds of being diagnosed with one of the specified illnesses covered, is 1 in 4 (before age 65!) yet they say “that’ll never happen to me”. This is a natural desire for something very positive to happen and for something negative not to happen. However, these everyday occurrences will happen whether or not someone has the right planning in place. One hour is 4% of your day. Spending that much time even once per year can be hugely

beneficial. You get the peace of mind that you are up to date with your planning. You get the reassurance that anything you have in place is the most appropriate for your current circumstances. You also get the satisfaction that you are not overpaying for something and are getting the best value. Suddenly, the mystery and uncertainty are removed, along with the stress and anxiety often associated with them. In all my years of doing reviews, I’ve never heard anyone regret taking time to go through their finances, but I’ve heard plenty regret not going through them when something unexpected crops up. Remove “money worries”. Make the time.

Dave Kavanagh QFA has been advising people financially for over 25 years. For quotes or information (with no cost or obligation) he can of course also be contacted by you by emailing info@ financialcompanion.ie or you can also use the contact form on www.financialcompanion.ie or @ Davekav_advice on Twitter and Instagram. Combined with his previous role of gym/ nutrition adviser, he regularly gives talks and workshops at seminars and events for groups, companies and government departments on financial wellbeing, positivity and motivation. As heard on RTE 2FM, LMFM and TV3.

Summer Camp for Kids in Balbriggan & Malahide

Throughout July and August, the Irish Institute of Music & Song in Balbriggan hosts their Sounds Good Music Camps for kids 4-7 and 7-12. The camp runs in Balbriggan (IIMS) and Malahide (St. Sylvester’s) and is a fun, open environment for children to explore music. The camp runs for a week and siblings receive 10% off.

No previous music experience is necessary as camps focus on enjoying music through songs and games. Kids also get to try out new instruments, experiment with rhythm, and percussion, partake in music workshops and make lots of new friends. Each camp ends with a showcase performance in The Lark Concert Hall where the kids get to show their family and friends what they have learned during the week. During the week, the children get involved in a mixture of musical activities, songs and instruments. These are taught through group activities and musical games. Everything has an educational goal which is fulfilled through fun activities. The team at the Irish Institute of Music and Song are very passionate about providing children with fun-filled musical experiences and each camp is staffed by specialists in various aspects of music. If you are looking to keep the kids entertained during the summer then this is the perfect place for them. Sounds Good Camps also run during Easter and Halloween.

Latvian State Choir Visits Balbriggan

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FCC plan to grow athletics talent in Fingal

An exciting new partnership has been announced between the Fingal Athletics League and Morton Games that will help the growth of athletics in Fingal and help create unparalleled opportunities for young athletes. The collaboration between the Fingal Athletics League - known for its commitment to grassroots development - and Morton Games - a World Athletics Continental Tour International track and field event - brings together two pillars of athletics in one of the countries youngest regions. Morton Games, which takes place in the Morton Stadium, Dublin has since 2011 consistently

attracted top-tier athletes from around the globe to its prestigious events. By partnering with Fingal Athletics League, Morton Games aims to strengthen its commitment to nurturing talent at all levels of the sport. Located in Fingal, Morton Stadium has undergone a significant €3m refurbishment project led by Dublin City University and which sees a new Mondo track installed. The stadium is also home to the iconic Morton Mile event which attracts domestic and international stars. This collaboration signifies a new chapter in athletics, one that is characterised

by unity, collaboration, and a shared passion for the sport. Fingal Athletics League and Morton Games look forward to a bright future of growth, innovation, and success. The Fingal Athletics League Finals Day will take place on 24th April at ALSAA Sports Complex, with 2,700 students from 61 primary schools across Fingal coming together to showcase their talent. Morton Games takes place on Friday July 12th in the Morton Stadium Dublin from 5.30pm with the international programme starting at 7.00pm. For further details visit mortongames.ie/

Balbriggan Roadrunners will be hosting the 9th annual event as part of the Balbriggan Summerfest 2024. The 5km run/walk is open to participants of all abilities and takes place along a scenic coastal route. This is known for fine after-food refreshments & hospitality. Individual €15 Family of 4: €40 (children u16) Group entry 20 or more €12.50 per person Contact Support@ myrunresults.com All participants will receive a finishers medal Children should not be on scooters, roller skates or bikes when participating in the event.

Balbriggan hosted a wonderful Leinster Women’s Finals Day

Hosting the Leinster Rugby Women’s Finals Day was a huge undertaking for our club. A lot of work went on behind the scenes to ensure that the day would be the success that it deserved to be, showcasing women in sport and what community clubs do best. The event would not have been possible without the support and assistance of Cllr Tony Murphy who helped secure funding from Fingal County Council and Our Balbriggan for the event. Thanks also to Breffni O’Rourke of Our Balbriggan and Gerry Reardon of Fingal Sports Office for their support of this major event. The day epitomised that when clubs and community come together, we can achieve great things. Thank you to our neighbours North County Cricket Club for the use of their dressing rooms to help facilitate the 12 teams taking part in Leinster Women’s Finals Day. North County Cricket Club could not have been more helpful to us. Thank you to Marc Hynes at Java the Hut Artisan Coffee Roasters who went to great effort to set us up with an

dock. Marc and his team were also busy preparing for the London Coffee Festival, which they attended at the weekend. Well done Marc and the Java the Hut team. Thank you to Donogh McGowan at Gerrard L.McGowan Solicitors who put in a lot of hours in helping us to secure the one day licence for the bar. A big thank you as well to the Moriarty family and The Bracken Court Hotel for their support of the Leinster Rugby Women’s Finals Day at Balbriggan RFC. The Moriarty family and the Bracken Court Hotel have helped Balbriggan RFC as well as other clubs in our Community for many years. Without their support, Sunday’s festival of rugby at Balbriggan RFC could not have happened. They pulled out all the stops ensuring that the bar on the day and catering for all the teams was run in the most professional manner. Thank you from everyone at Balbriggan RFC. All of these things coming together helped the day run smoothly and successfully.

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