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The Sweetest Thing! Clóna Dairies Launches Summer Dessert Challenge:
The Search Begins for Cork’s Creamiest and Most Captivating Dessert! One of Ireland’s longest-established local dairy companies has announced plans to seek out Cork’s creamiest and most captivating summer dessert! Clóna Dairy Products, which was originally established in West Cork in 1919, is launching a unique search for the most inspired and attractivelypresented dessert. But foodies take note: there’s one key rule – the dessert must incorporate the use of tempting and luxurious Clona fresh whipped cream. The ‘Clóna Summer Dessert Challenge’ is part of Cork’s local dairy campaign to promote their new ready-toserve fresh whipped cream product. The innovative and convenientlypackaged cream was launched earlier this year following a comprehensive New Product Development project. Unlike many other products on the market, Clóna Whipped Cream is 100% Irish and suitable for those following a vegetarian diet. In order to participate in the summer dessert challenge, entrants are being asked to demonstrate their creative talents by preparing their most visually appealing dessert. Five lucky winners who succeed in impressing Clóna’s dessert challenge judges will be offered a one-day cookery course at Ballymaloe Cookery School in East Cork. Marketing Manager at Clóna Dairy Products, Mary Vaughan, explains how the competition will work: “As part of our summer dessert challenge, we’ll be looking for the ‘cream of the crop’ in terms of creative dessert-making! Baking and pastry-making is certainly enjoying a huge surge in interest right now. With awe-inspiring dessert dishes being showcased by celeb chefs like Rachel Allen and Eric Lanlard, it’s clear that this is an area of cooking where foodies can let their creative talents truly shine. To participate in the Clona summer
dessert challenge, we’re asking customers to take a digital photograph of their dessert and submit it by email, along with a short written description. Throughout the competition period, we’ll be updating our Facebook photo gallery so that entrants can keep an eye on their challenge competitors. We’re looking forward to compiling a colourful collage of heavenly desserts!” And, with so much fresh fruit in season at this time of year, it’s without doubt the perfect time to start working on a dramatic and eye-catching dessert. General Manager at Clóna Dairy Products, Tony O’Driscoll, is currently overseeing a business development project which aims to offer customers an expanded product range. He says he’s looking forward to the Clona dessert challenge getting underway. “We’re delighted that our ready-toserve whipped cream is now on the shelves of retail outlets across County Cork and it will be fantastic to see how our customers use the product to create some stunning desserts. We expect that the wealth of seasonal fruit available at this time of year will allow food enthusiasts to dreamup some inspired dessert choices. What’s more, with children on school holidays, we’re hoping that parents will involve their kids and maybe make their competition entry a bit of a family project. We envisage that the competition will be very much a local one. Although we’ve expanded over the years, our main market is still here in Cork city and county. All our dairy produce is sourced from select family farms throughout County Cork so we always feel we’re much part of the local community”, Tony explains. Closing date for competition entries is 29th August. For further details, visit: www.Facebook.com/ ClonaDessertChallenge or www. clona.ie
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Barnetstown to Ballinglanna Dear Editor A very pleasant function was held at Douglas G.A.A. Club on Friday evening 5th August for the launch of my book Barnetstown to Ballinglanna in Story & Verse. The launch was performed by The Lord Mayor of Cork Cllr. Terry Shannon, accompanied by the Lady Mayoress. The publicity which my book received in The Douglas Post prior to the launch helped in no small way to boost the numbers in attendance on the night and consequently added greatly to the sales of Barnetstown to Ballinglanna. Thank you for your generosity and for the presence of your staff members at the function. May The Douglas Post continue to serve the interests of the people of Douglas long into the future. I wish to take this opportunity to express my appreciation of the facilities afforded to Douglas Writers Group of which I am a member, by Mr. Donal O’Sullivan of O’Sullivan’s Bar, Douglas West.. Our monthly meeting is held in that premises on the second Friday of every month Yours sincerely, Billy McCarthy. Shamrock Lawn, Douglas.
The Moonlighters in Douglas. Dear Editor One aspect of history which has received very little coverage from historians has been the existence and activities of the Moonlighters. They were an agrarian social revolutionary organisation that operated in the second half of the nineteenth century and the early years of the twentieth century. They carried out acts of sabotage, arson and assassination against 4 - Thur 11 Aug '11
the upper social classes who had committed injustices against the lower social orders. They operated a cell system within a pyramid organisation. The regional commander for South Cork was Black Jim Murphy a small farmer at the back of where Cork Airport is now. The Moonlighters were mainly made up of farm labourers and drovers who were vital to the secret communications network of the Moonlighters. There was a three man cell operating in the uplands of Douglas. They were Dan Burk Castletreasure, Jerry McCarthy Ballinvuskig, and Jer Daly my great grandfather from Ballinvuskig. A case history of some of the activities the three men were involved in was as follows: Dan Burk connected up with a cell from the Hilltown Cross Shannon Park area. They lay in wait near Ballea Castle on the road to Carrigaline to ambush an obnoxious Magistrate who punished agrarian activity with a heavy hand. When the carriage came into view, Dan Burk stood on the road waving a sheet and shied the horses. The other Moonlighters gave the Magistrate such a beating that he never sat on the Bench again. Jerry McCarthy spent seven years in jail for firing a shot at an Emergency man who was minding an evicted farm. Jerry McCarthy was the spitting image of his first cousin who actually fired the shot. The Emergency man saw the face of the attacker in the flash of the gun in the dark and he swore in court that the man was Jerry McCarthy. Jer Daly teamed up with a number of Moonlight operatives mainly from Ballinhassig. They busted up a reaper with sledges in the middle of the night in the town land of Ballycurreen. This might have seemed like a bad idea. However the following day, the landowner had to hire a number of labourers with scythes to cut the corn. If the reaper had stayed intact a lot of men would have been idle.
On a continual basis, the operatives shifted from cell to cell for selective activities. The Royal Irish Constabulary did everything in their power to break the Moonlighters. They failed dismally to smash one of the best secret organisations the country
every had and the number of successes of the Moonlighters in Douglas and across the country would take many books to record. Con O'Mahony Grange Wood Court Douglas
Disclaimer: Any views or opinions expressed in these letters are solely those of the individual author(s) and do not necessarily represent those of The Douglas Post.
• Author Billy McCarthy and his wife Teresa at the launch of his book ‘Barnetstown to Ballinglanna’ pictured with Lord Mayor of Cork Terry Shannon who launched the book at Douglas GAA Club last weekend.
• Author Billy McCarthy at the launch of his book ‘Barnetstown to Ballinglanna’ with fellow members of the Douglas Writers Group Pete Duffy and Ronnie McGinn at Douglas GAA Club last weekend. Pic:George Thompson
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The Light in Her Eyes Every Sunday my mother would visit her. Never missed a week, except for the rare vacation. Nothing but an out-of-state trip would prevent my mother from going to see her mother, Elena deRoux Escobar—my grandmother—and then she was sure to visit her twice the week after that. My French/Spanish grandma, who had been born in Nicaragua, was at age 88 living in a private home run by a Filipino family, where she received the necessary round-the-clock supervision my widowed mother couldn't provide. Grandma could no longer live alone. Once my sister dropped in and found a potential fire smouldering on the stove. The burner on high, Grandma was trying to cook a can of dog food for dinner. Another time she was found munching "candy" she had picked up in the bathroom. It was potpourri. She started getting lost on walks around the neighbourhood she’d lived in for two decades. She would open the front door and let the dogs loose. She was losing her balance and tripping over steps, slipping on rugs. We feared one day she would seriously hurt herself or burn the house down. Was it Alzheimer’s? No, the doctors said. The best diagnosis they could offer was that perhaps Grandma was suffering from dementia caused by a series of strokes too minor to detect. She was in good physical health, but her mind was deteriorating. She needed 24-hour-a-day supervision. So after much stress and guilt, Mother put Grandma in this private facility that offered the comforts of home with the supervision now required. Aside
from the attendants, there were only six other residents. The family that ran the facility tried to make their residents feel comfortable. They provided home-cooked meals, celebrated birthdays and holidays, and enjoyed assembling everyone in the cosy living room that featured a fireplace and bigscreen TV. And every Sunday, for nine years, my mother went to visit her. My sister and I visited Grandma, too, although not as often. Gradually, over the years, Grandma stopped recognizing all of us. ‘Abuelita,” I would say in Spanish as I stroked her cheek. “Es tu nieta, Eileen!” It’s your granddaughter. And Grandma would give me her gentle smile, not sure who I was, but glad that I had come to visit nonetheless. At age 94 however, the light in her eyes began to fade until soon we realized that she no longer knew who we were. Sundays became more difficult for my mother. After each visit, she would call and tell me in a shaky voice that Grandma was going downhill. And she was right. Grandma no longer nibbled on the Pepperidge Farm cookies mother would feed her. She stopped responding to familiar voices. When I kissed her nose, I would tease, “Abuelita, que naricita mas fria que la de un perrito.” Grandma, your nose is cold, like a dog’s! She use to smile at that, but now she just sat there, staring blankly into space. Mother and I would sit in the family room conversing while Grandma sat upright in a chair, immobile, frozen. “What a horrible way to live,” my mother would sigh while using a baby brush to comb her
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mother’s wild, white hair. I would caution her to watch what she said around Grandma. Who knew what words might filter through the fogbanks of her mind? At 97, Grandma’s condition worsened and she was transferred to a nursing home. When we went to visit, I was shocked at her appearance. Although I’d seen her just a few weeks earlier, it was now quite apparent that she was dying. My once robust Grandma had withered to a mere 60 pounds. Her lips were firmly sealed shut. She hadn’t opened her mouth for days, the nurse said, not to eat or drink or speak. We stood in the sunny room and watched as Grandma, lying in a fetal position, stared vacantly at the wall. My mother sobbed and I stood there awkwardly, not knowing how to say goodbye. I leaned over and put my face close to Grandma’s, directly in front of her blank eyes. “Hola, Abuelita,” I whispered, hoping she might understand me
just one more time. “Es tu nieta, Eileen.” Nothing. “Mi Abuelita, yo te quiero.” My grandma, I love you. And suddenly, her brown eyes focused and she looked at me. Saw me. A light of recognition flickered briefly as she gazed into my eyes. She opened her clenched mouth and whispered, “Yo tambien.” Me too. Her first words in over two years. Then the light faded and she went back to starting into space. Grandma died five days later. At her funeral, I watched as relatives—people who hadn’t thought to call or visit once in ten years—mourned, but I couldn’t cry. I was relieved, actually. Happy that her spirit was freed from the frozen shell she’d been locked in for so long. And I held close to my heart the knowledge that for one precious moment, my grandma had returned to say goodbye. “Yo tambien.” Me too.
• Síle Tyrrell, aged 13, pictured with a replica of herself aged 10, created by her mother, sculptor Julie Tyrrell, at the official opening of ‘Contemporary Legacy’ Applied Art Exhibition in Fota House yesterday, part of a series of exciting events taking place throughout Cork city and county for Cork Craft Month 2011. For more information visit www.corkartdesign.com. Pic: Diane Cusack
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1585272 POP UP CRAFT VILLAGE @ Douglas Village Shopping Centre To mark the second annual Cork Craft Month Douglas Village Shopping Centre are hosting a Pop Up Craft Village till 14th of August. Featuring the work of award winning Cork craft makers and artisans, the craft village will include furniture, jewellery, ceramics, sculpture, textiles and much more. Cork Craft Month is a celebration of the amazing abundance of high quality craft produced in Cork City and County. Crafts people working individually or alongside other artists present a diverse range of high quality craft activities. Through exhibitions, workshops, craft fairs and seminars you can make, see, collect and learn about contemporary craft. From functional and decorative to tactile and wearable: Cork Craft Month represents the very best in contemporary craftwork created by local makers. Cork Craft Month, is run on a voluntary basis by Cork Art & Design, an umbrella group for Cork craftspeople. It has been generously funded by Cork County and City Enterprise Boards and Arts offices, Failte Ireland and the Crafts Council of Ireland. Cork Art and Design would also like to thank the management of Douglas Village SC for the use of the centre concourse free of charge and for their interest in Cork Craft. The Pop Up Craft Village was launched by Presidential candidate Sean Gallagher (Dragon’s Den) as part of his National Listening Tour on Friday 5th August. Meals on Wheels As its holiday time, there’s always a need for people to cover for the regular cooks and drivers. If you have any time available to do cover for either, please contact
the Meals-on-Wheels office at 4362289 or the general office 4894955. If phones unmanned, leave a message. Douglas Tidy Towns With the National Tidy Towns Competition looming, this group could really do with some help, watering plants, or helping to clean up litter. They meet every Saturday morning at 10.30 at the Community Park to do a general clean-up of the area, so if you can give your time and help with this very worthwhile effort, just show up and you will be given the required equipment and clothing. Community Welfare Facilities A Community Welfare Officer attends at the centre two
mornings a week, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9.30-11.30. The Great Craic Kilimanjaro Fundraiser Night It was called The Great Craic Kilimanjaro Fundraiser Night, in aid of the Irish Cancer Society. Ian Cullinane (24) and Dave O'Connell (25), both from Grange, are climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in South Africa on the 13th October 2011. Last Friday night, there was a quiz, raffles, waxing, DJ and a live band and lots of fun in Rochestown Park Hotel, all in aid of the Irish Cancer Society. Ian and Dave would like to thank all involved and those who attended. They would also like to thank all those who are continuing to donate funds for this great cause.
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Douglas Community Association Awarded €30,000 Douglas Community Association has been awarded €30,000 as part of Cork County Councils, Community Grant Scheme 2011. The purpose of the grant is to support local community groups who are undertaking projects on behave of the community. Douglas based Independent councillor Cllr. David Boyle welcomes the allocation of funds. He says “This allocation will go a long way to helping Douglas Community Association complete its planned extension of the Community Association building. It is very important that the County Councilsupports groups such as this, even in the troubled times that we live in”. The main purpose of the extension is to house a new kitchen for the meals on wheels group. In the last number of months the meals on wheels in Douglas celebrated 30 years in existence and also the delivery of it’s 200,000th meal. Cllr. Boyle added “ Groups such as Douglas Community Association and the meals on wheels play such an important role in the community and it is fitting that this project is given the backing of the Council”. Douglas Community Association is made up of a number of groups which includes Douglas Tidy Towns, Meals and Wheels, the pre-school and others. The existing facility is also used by local groups. Cllr. Boyle continues “ When completed, the proposed extension will be a great addition to the area”.
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Congratulations to Billy McCarthy of the Douglas Writers Group on the launch of his first book “Barnetstown to Ballinglanna”. Billy’s book of short stories and poems makes for great reading, and will rekindle many a fond thought lost memory in every reader. Make sure you get a copy. Our School Traffic Wardens, who see children across the road as they come and go to school are nearly always ladies and generally referred to as ‘The Lollipop Lady’. A very popular “Lollipop Lady” in Douglas retired recently. One of the pupils, twelve year old Samantha Doyle, wrote this poem as a tribute to her departing “Friend”. We’ve previously had one of Samantha’s poems “My Dog Dot” in this column, Samantha is a member of the Douglas Junior Writers. For a young girl who is not yet a teenager Samantha has a very promising amount of talent. She has already amazed many of her contemporaries and even more adults by writing a book called “Fantasy Island” a surreal tale about a secret island, where famous people go to get away from it all. The book makes amusing and fascinating reading and let’s hope it gets published sometime in the near future.
The lollipop lady I was two when I first met you I couldn’t even tie my shoes You were at the gate With a smile on your face And a giant lollipop stick Every day you’d wait, at the school gate Hail or snow, rain or shine With a smile and a treat To see us safely across she street Ten long years have past Oh they have gone so fast You were there every day Every step of the way Now that I’m Twelve, and I’m ready to delve Into life in secondary school l I know that I’ll miss a lot of things but The person I’ll miss most is you. Samantha Doyle (Douglas Junior Writers Group) Send your poem to ‘The Poetry Corner’ / Douglas Post, Morris House, Douglas or you can email it direct to ronniemcginn@ eircom.net. If possible keep your poem to 20 lines. You may choose any subject you like, in any form you like as long as it’s original. We look forward to hearing from you. RonnieMcGinn
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I’ve always been interested in place names. It’s not an obsession, you understand, it’s just that sometimes there are names that catch my eye and make me wonder where they come from and what they mean. Now mostly they are pretty prosaic, like Ox-ford or Cam-bridge. Some have rather more interest. Norwich is North Wick, wick being the Saxon for market. Norfolk is north folk, Suffolk is south folk, so there’s not much poetry there. There are a couple of place names that stick in my mind. There is a town in Yorkshire called Wilberforce which is a contraction for wild boar fosse. Another is Wolverhampton, meaning the town of the wolves. These names at least have a little zing about them. When it came to Irish place names I was a bit stuck because I know absolutely no Irish at all, till I found a section on Google, so I looked up just a few. Part of the postal address for my father-in-law is Parknasilla, The Field of the Willows. Ringabella is the Headland of the Sacred Tree. Rafeen, Smooth Fort, Garryduff, Black Garden, Parkgarriff, Rugged Field, Parkgarriff, Rugged Field, Curraghbinny, Marsh of the Peak and I guess my favourite because it is so accurately descriptive, Coolmore, Big Secluded Place. The attraction of Irish place names is that they do have a bit of poetry about them. They are about the sort of place it is. They identify what sort of a place it is instead of purpose or ownership. A last illustration is Lakaroe. As far as I can work out this is Russet Hillside. A friend suggested to me that this could possibly refer to the colour of the ferns in late autumn. I do hope so.
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Workshops for aspiring Masters of Tradition in Bantry As the Masters of Irish traditional music roll into Bantry, the performers of the future will also be able to improve their craft at the Masters of Tradition workshops. On Thursday August 11th and Friday August 12th, young musicians will be taking classes in flute, tin whistle, button accordion, concertina, fiddle, banjo and traditional singing. Among the tutors giving these workshops are singer Máire Ní Cheilleachair, New York fiddler Brian Conway, 2009 Traditional Musician of the Year Charlie Harris, well-known teacher and tin whistle player Geraldine Cotter and her fluteplaying brother Eamonn. Galway
banjo player Enda Scahill has played with the Chieftains and toured with Frankie Gavin while Kerry concertina player Michelle O'Sullivan studied under Michael Ó Suilleabháin. There are still a few places left on these workshops which run from 10.30pm to 4pm and are held at St Goban's College, Bantry. Participants also have a free ticket to one of the Masters of Tradition concerts taking place during the week and the lecture on the Ebb and Tide of Irish Traditional Music on Friday afternoon. The cost of each workshop is €30. Bookings can be made with Tom O'Sullivan on 087 6842066. The Masters of Tradition runs from 9th - 14th August in St Brendan's Church, Bantry and Bantry House. Artistic Director
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Buttimer says unemployment figures must force rethink of Bord Gáis price hike Fine Gael Cork South Central Deputy, Jerry Buttimer, has called on the energy regulator to take notice of today’s unemployment figures and not to go ahead with a proposed price hike of 22% for Bord Gáis gas prices. “I am concerned about the effect this price increase will have on business at a time when it has little or no access to credit. This increase in business costs could result in further job losses as enterprises which are already struggling are asked to carry this additional burden. “Bord Gáis was seeking an increase of 39% which the energy regulator refused. A public consultation must now be conducted by the regulator before a final decision to hike prices up by 22% at the end of August is made. “An increase of a fifth in Bord Gáis prices seems excessive and I have no doubt it will be too much for many people to bear. Today’s official figures show unemployment at 14.3%, the move by Bord Gáis will place these people under further financial strain. “I am calling for everyone concerned to see sense on this matter. There is currently an estimated 110,000 Bord Gáis customers in arrears. A price hike of this magnitude will undoubtedly push this figure skywards. “Much has been made in recent months about the ease with which energy customer can switch providers. I am urging people to use their purchasing power, if they are not happy with the value they are getting, and to examine which energy supplier can meet their needs at the lowest possible cost.”
Jerry Buttimer t.d. Constituency Office 4 A Glasheen Road, Cork. CLINIC TIMES:
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Always eat a healthy breakfast. After hours of sleep, your body is crying out for food. That’s why breakfast is such an important meal; it kick-starts your metabolism and provides energy to start your day. Eat the wrong breakfast and you will seriously struggle with your weight loss! Eat smaller meals more frequently throughout the day to help prevent energy slumps and cravings for sugary snacks. Keeping your blood sugars up and snacking
down lowers calorific intake again aiding weight loss. Having healthy snacks like fruit, vegetables and small servings of protein such as unsalted nuts, yoghurt, low fat cottage cheese or protein bars mid-morning and mid-afternoon will help avoid overeating at lunch or dinner time. Actively shift your food choices towards a balanced, healthy diet. Aim to provide your body with a wide range of nutrients, including protein, whole grains and seven servings of ‘colourful’ fruit and vegetables a day. Protein is an essential nutrient and is contained in every part of the body. Protein has a number of different roles including building and maintaining body issues, providing a source of energy and
controlling many of the important processes related to metabolism. Many clinical studies that the correct amount of protein is vital to successful weight loss. Protein can be found in animal sources like meat, fish, poultry, eggs and dairy products, as well as plant foods such as beans, lentils and soy beans. Plant sources of protein contain a lot less fat than animal protein. Aim to eat two to three servings of protein from different sources every day.
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Acid Reflux Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic digestive disease that occurs when stomach acid or, occasionally, bile flows back (refluxes) into your food pipe (esophagus). The backwash of acid irritates the lining of your esophagus and causes GERD signs and symptoms. Signs and symptoms of GERD include acid reflux and heartburn. Both are common digestive conditions that most people experience from time to time. When these signs and symptoms occur more than twice each week or interfere with your daily life, doctors term this GERD. Most people can manage the discomfort of heartburn with lifestyle changes and over-the-counter
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Symptoms A burning sensation in your chest (heartburn), sometimes spreading to the throat, along with a sour taste in your mouth Chest pain Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) Dry cough Hoarseness or sore throat Regurgitation of food or sour liquid (acid reflux) Sensation of a lump in the throat Treatment for heartburn and other signs and symptoms of GERD usually begins with over-the-counter medications that control acid. If you don't find relief within a few weeks, your doctor may recommend other treatments, including medications.
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Prescription-strength medications If heartburn persists despite initial approaches, your doctor may recommend prescription-strength medications, such as: Prescription-strength H-2-receptor blockers. Prescription-strength proton pump inhibitors. Medications to strengthen the lower esophageal sphincter.
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Alternative medicine No alternative medicines therapies are proven to treat GERD or to reverse damage to the esophagus. Still, some complementary and alternative therapies may provide some relief from the symptoms of GERD. Herbal remedies. Herbal remedies sometimes used for GERD symptoms include licorice, slippery elm, chamomile and marshmallow. Relaxation therapies. Techniques to calm stress and anxiety may reduce signs and symptoms of GERD. If you would like more information on treating and living with acid reflux, call Garvan at Lynch’s Pharmacy on 4366923.
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Blackrock / Mahon Community Notice Board The Holy Cross Parish Assembly are organising a Mass in Remembrance which will be celebrated in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Blackrock on Wednesday 31st August at 7.00 pm Family members, friends and neighbours of all those buried in St. Michael’s Cemetery are invited to attend. Extra Parking in St. Michael's GAA grounds. In the event of bad weather Mass will be celebrated in Holy Cross Church.
Art classes Tuesday 1 45pm-3 45pm Irish Dancing for Children 4 00pm-5 00pm Tai chi 7 30pm-8 30pm Dancing for fun Wednesday 10 am- 12 noon Crochet Wednesday 2 30pm- 4 30pm Drama Classes 7 00pm-8 30pm. if you have any queries about classes telephone Irene 0876122007 Blackrock Community Centre is situated at Convent Road Blackrock and all are welcome to come and join us at any Class.
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Baby Massage classes at Mahon Family Resource Centre, suitable for babies who are not yet crawling. Also limited spaces available in the parents support group – this support group is for parents whose children have learning difficulties or long term illness. For more information or to join please call Christine on 021 4358866.
Parent Walking Group every Monday morning. Group leaves the Mahon Family Resource Centre at 10.30am and walks are usually around the marina with a coffee stop along the way. This is a great way to meet other parents and get in some exercise so grab the buggie and join us! All welcome
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Has your child been diagnosed with a learning difficulty or long term illness? Mahon Family Resource Centre is setting up a Support Group for Parents and Carers. Grandparents and Foster Parents are also very welcome If you are interested in joining the Group or need more information.
Dancing for fun Monday 10am-12 noon Set Dancing Monday 8 30pm10pm
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• Irish Water Safety and the Irish Surfing Association were at Lahinch Co Clare to launch a joint . surfing safety poster to highlight the basic safety steps for a safe and enjoyable surfing experience, pictured on the Beach in Lahinch are surfers Lorna Haydon (12), Dublin and Harry Broderick (14) from Ennis Co Clare. Pic Arthur Ellis.
GYPSY WARD: Patients at a hospital in Cardiff, Wales, say they are "too scared" to use a day room for patients as it's so far from staff, no one would hear them if they called for help. There is no "call" button in the room either. Staff at the Royal Infirmary's West Wing provided a solution: they placed a tambourine in the room for patients to summon a nurse in emergencies. If that doesn't work, there's a pair of maracas. The patients' plight came to light when a man visited his 90-year-old mother at the hospital. "I thought she was joking about the tambourine," he said, "but I went to the day room and there it was.." The unidentified man said he shook the thing, but "after 16 minutes I gave up as no one responded." The National Health Service is investigating. (RC/Cardiff Western Mail)
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Kieran McCarthy’s Heritage Week Activities Cllr Kieran McCarthy is participating in National Heritage Week. His events are listed below and are free to attend. Further city wide events will also be listed on Kieran’s facebook site, ‘Cork: Our City, Our Town’. Sunday, 21st August, 2011, 2pm; Family orientated heritage treasure hunt across the Shandon area designed by Kieran, meet at entrance to Gate Cinema, North Main Street. Tuesday, 23rd August 2011, 7pm; Historical walking tour of City Centre with Kieran, meet at gate of St. Finbarre’s Cathedral. Thursday, 25th August 2011, 11am; Perspectives on the History of Douglas, lecture with Kieran, Douglas Library. Thursday, 25th August 2011, 7pm; Historical walking tour of North Monastery area including Blackpool with Kieran, meet at gate of the North Mon, in association with North Mon Past Pupils Union. Friday, 26th August 2011, all day; come view Kieran’s new photo exhibition on the heritage and history of the Lee Valley called Voices of the Lee Valley in association with Water Heritage Open Day at the Lifetime Lab, Cork.. Saturday, 27th August 2011, 1.30pm; History and legacy: A historical walking tour through Cork City Hall, 75 years open, with Kieran, meet at City Hall, Anglesea Street entrance. Wednesday 31st August 2011, 8pm; Creating an Irish Free State City, Cork in the 1920s & 1930s, lecture with Kieran in association with South Parish Historical Society, South Parish Community Centre.1 DouglasPostAd:Layout 1 18/08/2009 12:00 Page
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Home & G arden Gardening - Things to do This Week As usual we try to give you a few ideas on what might need doing in your garden this week. Not everything in this article may apply to your garden - but there might be something, if not this week maybe next week. Continue taking cuttings of Flower Garden all tender perennials, indoors Feed dahlias every fortnight and out, as they will root well to sustain flowering and build before winter. Finish repotting up tubers. Continue spraying house - and greenhouse plants roses and Michaelmas daisies in the next 2 weeks; after that, with fungicide, as diseases are wait until spring. Finish thinning more likely now. Tie in new grapes. Feed cacti for the. last stems on climbing roses, arching time, but continue watering in them downwards to encourage warm weather. Take cuttings of flowering sideshoots scented pelargoniums in gritty compost. Start thinning vigorous Kitchen Garden marginal and bog garden growth, Make new strawberry beds and especially where species have transplant rooted runners to finished flowering. Spray new new positions. Check sweetcorn ground with giyphosate for regularly and gather as soon as maximum impact Prepare sites for it is ripe. Trim chives and pot up new evergreens of all kinds. Check for winter use. Sow a large leafy brassicas regularly for caterpillars turnip variety for winter "greens". and clusters of butterfly eggs. Start covering endive with a large Finnish summer pruning all fruit. pot or dinner plate to blanch the Cut out the exhausted stems of loganberries and other hybrid hearts in 3-4 weeks time. berries, and tie in new canes. Water and mulch runner beans Lawns & Hedges and the pods ripen. Watch out for Rake lawns in the next week or woolly aphids on apples and treat two to scratch out thatch and with methylated spirits. Check other dead or loose material. brassicas regularly for caterpillars Greenhouse Remove a little and clusters of butterfly eggs. shading from the glass as heat Finnish summer pruning all fruit. levels decline. Pot up spring- Cut out the exhausted stems of flowering bulbs for early colour loganberries and other hybrid indoors. Take conifer cuttings berries, and tie in new canes with a heel for rooting in a cold Water and mulch runner beans frame. and the pods ripen. Watch out for woolly aphids on apples and treat In General with methylated spirits
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Congratulations to this weeks Garden winner John and Marie Hennessy of Belvedere Lawn John and Marie win a 50 Euro voucher from Kiernans Garden Centre, Douglas Court. Our Summer Gardening Competition is open to all our readers. You can win a prize every week from “Now” to September. So get out the hoe and start now for a stunning summer garden. If your garden or any part of your garden is blooming, or just looking good, why not lets us have a photo. We would love to print it. If you have a neighbor with a nice garden who might be a bit shy, why not take a photo for them. Send your photo to Gardening, Douglas Post, Morris House, Douglas. Cork . Or email to frontdesk@douglaspost. ie
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Carrigaline Community News DEENAGH’S FIRST VISIT FOR CÉILÍ MOR Deenagh's first visit to Carrigaline GAA for the monthly Céilí Mór is this Saturday 13th August. Deenagh Ceili Band was the biggest attraction at the Willie Clancy Week last month in Milltown Malbay. Last weekend in Ballyvourney they created a great stir with the launch of their new CD " Around The House" in the Abbey Hotel on Saturday night last. The Carrigaline Céilí Mór always endeavour to get the best bands in the land and Deenagh play at their Harvest Time Céili Mór in the Carrigaline GAA Pavilion on next Saturday 13th August. Rince is from 9.30 pm. Táille isteach €10 including tea. Céad míle fáilte roimh chách. Enquiries Barry 087 813 7990. TRADITIONAL IRISH NIGHTS The famous Thursday night Traditional Irish Night takes place this Thursday,11th August in the Carrigaline GAA at 8.30pm adm only €5. These nights are geared for tourists and locals alike so if you have visitors bring them along to get a taste of Irish this Thursday August 11th. Enquiries Barry
Cogan 087 813 7990 or 021 437 2035. MARYMOUNT FUNDRAISER The annual fundraiser for Marymount and MS Ireland (Cork Branch) will take place on Friday 19th August in the Carrigaline GAA Pavilion at 8.30pm. This is always a great social night so mark it in the calendar. BRIDIE’S NIGHT The biggest charity Céilí & Old Time event in the Carrigaline GAA will be held on Friday 19th August. The annual fundraiser for Marymount Hospice and MS Ireland is organized by Bridie Mulqueen and her friends and over the years has become known as “Bridie’s Night”. Dancing from 8.30 pm with music by the Owenabue Valley Traditional Group. Tickets only €5 all welcome. HARVEST TIME CÉILÍ MÓR The first visit of the Deenagh Céilí Band from County Kerry is sure to create a stir when they play at the Harvest Time Céili Mór in the Carrigaline GAA Pavilion on Saturday 13th August. Rince is from 9.30 pm. Táille isteach €10
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including tea. Céad míle fáilte roimh chách. Enquiries Barry 087 813 7990. SET DANCE CLASSES The weekly Set and Céilí dance classes continue in the GAA Pavilion in Carrigaline every Thursday night from 9.00 pm to 11.00pm. All welcome no partner needed. Contact Fionán Cogan 087 818 5111. An Oige Adult Swimming Club n Oige Adult Swimming Club meet every Thur. @ 9.30.pm. An Carrig Health & Leisure Club. Carrigaline Members E3, Guests E6. New Members Welcome. Tel. 0872717897 www.anoige.ie WALKING GROUP The Carrigaline Active Retired Association has extended their weekly activities to include a walking group. The members interested in taking part are welcome to join the group in the church car park any Monday morning at 10.30 am or on Monday afternoon at 2.30pm. The walkers have a wide variety of easy routes to travel in and around the town. The CARA knitting club continues to meet and flourish every Tuesday in the Library and is very appreciative of the number of people who presented them with generous supplies of wool. KNITTING CLUB The Carrigaline knitting club which meets in the library every Tuesday from 2.30 pm to 4.30pm are making a beautiful selection of small blankets to cover the knees
of hospital patients. The club wishes to thank the many people who donated wool including one anonymous person who donated a wonderful selection of wool. The club would welcome more wool at any time. New members are always welcome to join the club any Tuesday in the Library from 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm. Are you Ceili Fit yet? Well if you live in or around the Carrigaline area, you can avail of the Ceili Fit class every Thursday night in the Carrigaline GAA Pavilion. The craic is mighty and the adrenalin is flowing most nights. "It's better than going to the gym and doing boring reps for an hour. Here we have fun dancing and get fit at the same time. It's not rocket science, just an easy way to lose a few pound and gain a few friends while enjoying yourself," one of the regulars told us. There is a grand dance floor and the atmosphere is very relaxed. You don't to have a dance partner or be Michael Flatley to get Ceili Fit! Bookings to Fionan on 087 818 5111 or email carrigalineceiliclass@gmail.com
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For the first time ever Pharmacists will be able to give the flu jab. Up to now people getting the vaccine had to attend their local GP. The cost of this varied greatly as even though some "at risk" groups like the elderly did not have to pay for the vaccine itself, private patients on the otherhand were still often charged the GP's consultation fee. By allowing chemists to give the vaccine it should cost less, it is a method widely used in many countries, and also ensures broader uptake of the vaccine so that those that need it can get it, hoping that fewer people need medical treatment for Influenza. Would you be aware if an older neighbour, friend or relative was being abused, and would you know what to do if they were? Last year 84% of the cases of alleged abuse occurred in the older persons own home. Elder abuse can occur in a variety of forms such as psycological, financial,
physical, sexual and neglect. There is a huge problem of underreporting when it comes to elder abuse in Ireland, there is a higher number of cases being referred to the HSE which is very welcome, it means that we are making progress in tackling this hidden form of abuse in Ireland. Also raising awareness of the problem and making the general public aware of the warning signs that an older person in their community is being abused. I received a DVD from the HSE on elder abuse and in the coming weeks we will show this in conjunction with the HSE to anyone who is interested. I believe that we all have a role to play in raising public awareness of the problem that an older person in their community is being abused, so "open your eyes to elder abuse". The "Heart Foundation church gate collection" takes place on the 13th - 14th of August at St
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• William Clay (Bill) Ford Jr., executive chairman of Ford Motor Company and great-grandson of its founder Henry Ford, pictured with Eddie Murphy, Chairman Ford Ireland at the Model T Ford landmark after unveiling a plaque at Ballinascarthy, Co. Cork, commemorating the Ford family’s connection with the village. Pic John Sheehan Photography
Columbas church, if you can help with this collection contact me on 4363867. All monies raised go directly to the "Heart Awareness Campaign", which makes the public aware of the cardiovascular risk factors and the level of risks associated with them. The DVD from "Around the fireside" radio show is available at ten euros contact me on 4363867. Wishing: Dehlia Allshire, Minnie Mc Carthy and Eileen O' Leary birthday wishes. Upcoming events Sept 1st: Riverdance in Killarney.
Sept 5th: Care-ring Douglas. Sept 7th: computer classes in Douglas community school. Sept 13th: Arthritis workshop in the Douglas GAA hall. Thought for today A lie has no legs and cannot stand, but it has wings and can fly far and wide. "Cherish your yesterdays, Dream your tomorrows, But be young at heart and live your today’s" Bye for now, Phil
Thanksgiving to St Clare Ask St Clare for 3 favours 1 business 2 impossible Say 9 Hail Marys for 9 days with lighted candle Pray whethwe you believe or not publish on the 9th day Powerful novena may the Sacred Heart of Jesus be Praised Adored Glorified and loved now and forever Throughout the world amen your request will be granted No matter how impossible it may seem - C.D.
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Thanksgiving to St Clare Ask St Clare for 3 favours 1 business 2 impossible Say 9 Hail Marys for 9 days with lighted candle Pray whethwe you believe or not publish on the 9th day Powerful novena may the Sacred Heart of Jesus be Praised Adored Glorified and loved now and forever Throughout the world amen your request will be granted No matter how impossible it may seem - JO’B
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Novena to the Sacred Heart Dear heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours This time I ask you this very special one mention favour Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart Where your father sees it then in his merciful eyes it will become your Favour not mine Amen say this prayer for three days promise publication And favour will be granted A.M.
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Ballinlough Community News With Mary Cremin Ballinlough Retirement Outing The Retirement Clubs outing took place on the 30th July. The bus left Community Centre at 10.00am and headed for Waterford City where the Annual Sproi Festival was being held. There was a great atmosphere in the city and of course the usual shopping was done. At 2pm we headed for Tramore where some enjoyed the beach and others headed to try there hand at the Bingo/Slot machines. Dinner on the way back in the Midleton Park Hotel. The committee want to thank Cronins Coaches and particularly our driver Paddy O' Donovan who was great fun and very helpful as always, and also to to thank the Staff of the Midleton Park Hotel for the lovely dinner and excellent service.A great day was enjoyed by everyone. A big thank you to the organising committee. Ballinlough End of Summer Festival 2011 The Ballinlough Youth Clubs Committee are busily preparing for the “End of Summer Festival” which takes place this year on Saturday 27th August in the Community Centre Park at the slightly earlier time of 3.30 p.m. As in previous years, the programmes is wide and varied offering something for all age groups, from the old reliables - Fancy Dress, Dog Show, Bouncing Castles, Tea Party and new this year the Bucking Bronco, Animal Farm, Butter Making Demonstration, Break Dancing Workshops and much, much more. Belle of Ballinlough The number of businesses/ shops participating in the “Belle of Ballinlough” competition, which is an integral part of the Festival, continues to grow. Anyone contemplating entering the competition should contact ballinloughsummerfestival@ gmail.com immediately as the closing date is looming fast. 22 - Thur 11 Aug '11
The competition is open to all businesses/shops. Entrants must be at least eighteen and will enjoy one or two social evenings with champagne reception, finger food, music and craic and the opportunity to win great prizes. Visit us on Facebook - Ballinlough Youth Club Events - for further information on the Festival Ballinlough Writers Group The next meeting of the Ballinlough Writers Group will be held in John O’Sullivan’s (Board Room), Douglas on Friday 19TH August at 5.30 pm. The Ballinlough Writers Group meets on the 3rd Friday of every month at 5.30pm. We look forward to seeing you there. Our Lady of Lourdes Church Our Mass Times Saturday 10.00am, (Vigil Mass) 6.00pm & 7.30pm Sunday 9.00am 10.30am & 12 Noon Weekdays Monday - Friday 7.30am & 10.00am First Friday 7.30am & 10.00am & 7.30pm Devotions every Tuesday 7.00pm Ballinlough Youth Clubs Festival Date for your Diary Saturday 27th August- this is the third year of the Festival, each year it gets bigger & better with bouncing castles, face painting, dog show, fancy dress, tea party, soccer skills and much more, all events will be in the Ballinlough Community Park Who will be The 'Belle of Ballinlough this year? Community Centre Bingo: Every Friday at 8.15pm Cards: Every Thursday at 9.00pm Irish Heart Foundation: 2nd Wednesday of the Month (except August) Meals on Wheels: Monday – Saturday 10am (Volunteers and Drivers needed)
Grangevale Family Fun Day Grangevale AFC are holding a ‘Family Fun Day’ at The Grange Bar on Saturday the 13th August from 2.30pm onwards. There will be a complimentary BBQ and entertainment for the kids. The annual Club awards will also be presented on the day. The Club would like to use the day as an opportunity to thank everyone for supporting the Club and its fundraising events throughout the year. All welcome!! Grangevale Committee
Pfizer Pitch & Putt by Brendan Hayes. Results as follows for week ending 7/8/11 Wednesday night 4ball 1/2 combined strokeplay winners, 1st Nett Chris McCarthy/Billy Venner on 39 1st Gross Mark O Riordan/Dennis Bouge on 46 2nd Nett John Tett/Christy Wade on 40 1/2 Friday night Juvenile competition Overall winner in section A was Charlie Morrissey 6 under 2nd Graham Bouge on 5 under Section B winner was Rory Mehigan. Sat the Munster under 16 strokeplay competition was held in Bruff representing Pfizer were Owen Horgan Jack Howard Charlie Morrissey and Fion Murphy.while the lads played well they were not among the honours this time,the same lads will represent the club again next week in Deer park in the National
under 16 strokeplay and we wish them all the best of luck. Sunday morning 3man team with 2 scores to count 1st nett John Tett/Charlie Morrissey and Richard Jordan 82 2/3 1sr Gross Jimmy "the leak" Cullinane (thank god he was on the dry,) Dennis Bouge and Brendan Hayes on 97 Usual games next week with one exception next Sat 13th August @10,45am the club will play host to the Killshanig club in a return fixture,the format is as follows the morning competition will be a mixed 4ball followed by refreshments in club house, then in the afternoon we will have an 18 hole mixed scramble.The club are asking all members to come out and support this friendly competition.
Camogie Association Live broadcast of senior semi-finals confirmed for second year The Camogie Association has announced that the 2011 All Ireland Camogie senior semi-finals will be broadcast live online at www.rte.ie this coming Saturday, August 13th from Nowlan Park. Kilkenny face Galway at 2.00pm while Wexford play Cork at 4.00pm with Darren Frehill and Marty Morrissey providing commentary. This is the second year that the All Ireland senior semi-finals have been broadcast online. Former Cork All Ireland winning camogie player and journalist Therese O’Callaghan and Stellah Sinnott, who guided Wexford to championship honours in 2007 will join Des Cahill on The Sunday Game (August 14th) at 9.30pm for highlights and analysis of the weekend’s ties. Last year’s All Ireland senior semi-finals drew a bumper crowd of 3,500 and a high attendance is expected this year as Wexford defend their crown against a resurgent Cork side while Kilkenny are aiming for a return to Croke Park, at the expense of Galway. Meanwhile, over 20 teams nationwide are taking part in the Inaugural Club Twinning Programme ‘Camán Club Challenge’. Teams from all over Ireland twin with a Kilkenny Camogie Club to play a game on the morning of the senior semi-finals and attend the games, later that day, in Nowlan Park.
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By Pat Harrington
Douglas Minor Football: Douglas defeated Mallow in the quarter final of the premier minor football championship at Blarney last Saturday night. Alan Cadagan and Josh Kra kicked some sweet first half points while Paul Fitzgerald, Graham Sheehan and Seán Collins landed points from placed balls. Meanwhile, Douglas were grateful to excellent first half defending from Kevin HayesCurtin, Eric O’Connor and Ronan Whyte as Mallow tried hard to breach the city sides rearguard. Late in the game Paul Beale scored his third goal of the campaign and Martin Barry and Eric O’Connor added points to register a 1-18 to 1-08 win for Douglas. However, the final score flattered Douglas and did not do justice to a brave Mallow performance. Douglas’ overall performance was sluggish and only Kra and Hayes-Curtin were at their best. The general consensus afterwards was that Douglas will have to move up a few gears if they are to emulate last years final appearance. Douglas defeated Ballincollig in the
Puke Hurling Is it my age or am I out of touch as to how hurling should be played. My opinion is that the Limerick vs. Dublin encounter was very poor, particularly so the second half. This was, to use the vernacular, Puke Hurling. There was too much short passing by both stick and hand. What was supposed to be the possession game was marred by the number of passes that went astray. Going into the game I thought that Limerick might succeed; my reason being that the Dubs do not score enough goals. How wrong I was – with three majors on the board the Liffeysiders should have closed the game far earlier having such a commanding lead. There was a lot of pressure on Dublin as it was 63 years since they last contested a semi-final. Limerick must be pleased with their season coming as it did on the back of last year’s strike. One hopes though they modify their style. The hand passing is way over the top.
Minor Hurling Championship Blackrock were hot favourites going into this game by virtue of their winning of successive back-to-back under 16 county titles. The seasiders claimed all the possession in the early stages. They appeared to have plenty of time on the ball and were able to pick out their team mates at will. Such was their dominance the game could have been a rout in the opening half. Again and again they were thwarted by the Douglas goalkeeper who made some inspired and brave saves. Rockies led by five points at the interval. The Douglas management decided to play an extra man in defence in the second half, a move that frustrated the Blackrock side. Douglas showed much improvement and their opponents began to feel the pressure. The Rockies began to struggle as Douglas powered forward. Their supporters were showing their frustration and they vented their anger at the referee, but if the truth be told it was the team itself with whom they were frustrated – they hit 17 wides to the opposition’s 6. Still, Blackrock won the game by a point. A very brave showing by Douglas but sadly it is the end of their year’s hurling. One could put forward the view that it was a tough draw, and it was.
Teddy McCarthy Teddy Mac is a folk hero in the minds of many Cork G.A.A. people. His chief claim to fame is that he is the only Cork man to win all-Ireland senior medals in both hurling and football in the same year, 1990. Teddy was a
gifted player – my greatest memory of him was the 1987 Munster hurling final vs. Tipperary in Killarney. He was like a hawk soaring into the sky after its prey, which on this occasion was the sliothar. Yes Teddy Mac was magnificent that day. He produced many other fine displays but that is the clearest memory of the Sarsfield’s giant that comes to mind. Recently Teddy did an interview with the Cork Evening Echo on the subject of Cork hurling. He seems to take issue with the notion that the game in Cork has fallen behind and he criticises people for jumping on the bandwagon. One wonders if this has anything to do with the fact that he was appointed by the county board to two different selection committees that had to be abandoned during the players’ dispute. Are his views coloured? Is Teddy now part of the inner circle of the establishment? He highlights the case of Bud Hartnett being prevented from making a transfer from Russell Rovers until a period of 96 weeks has elapsed, and criticises the Cork G.A.A. Clubs forum for failing to look into the plight of this man. Teddy holds the view that Management must manage and the player must be committed to playing the games. Undoubtedly he has a very valid point, while at the same time there must be communication between both parties. Certainly dictatorial attitudes do not lead to a happy camp.
Admission Prices (Arís) I have for some time been very critical of unfair admission prices to local and intercounty games. While I don’t wish to retract anything I have said on this matter in the past I must state that I recently attended two local senior hurling championship games at the same venue where the charge was 10 euro. Now this was great value for money. Well done to the Cork County Board! More next week, Pat.
minor “A” football championship. Ballincollig led for most of the game but a brilliant Cian Ryder penalty save proved the turning point. Once Brian Linehan began to dictate matters Douglas turned the tide and advanced to the next round. Cian Ryder and defenders Kieran Clancy and David Sheehan were Douglas’ top performers. Douglas Hurling & Football Club Summer Festival: The social committee has come up trumps by making sure the summer festival (August 11th to 14th) will be an action packed weekend. There will be Karaoke on Friday night in the club bar. On Saturday night music will be provided by Route 66 and Disco (admission €5: over 18’s). On Sunday it will be the turn of Anna and Pure Gold to provide the entertainment in the club bar. All are welcome. Senior Hurling Championship Fixture: 14th August 2011: Senior Hurling C’ship Douglas v. Midleton (4pm in Páirc uí Chaoimh)
Douglas Hall Lotto Numbers 9-2530 No winner Next week’s Jackpot €2050euro • Douglas footballer Paul Fitzgerald on the attack in the minor c'ship
Douglas Pitch & Putt Results from last weekend: Saturday threeball scramble Nett 42 2/6 Chris, Shane Madden, Cian morrison. Gross -5 David Hurley, Conor Irwin, Cian Hurley. Due to the poor weather the Captains prize was canceled and will take place next sunday.Sunday threeball scramble Gross -19 Mark Crean, JP Griffin, Denis Cashman. Nett 36 3/6 Liam O'Brian, John Banks, Brian Downey. Liam O'Brian will be doing coaching on tuesday night at 7.15pm.All may attend.We would apperciate if members would come up on saturday morning for some coarse work. Fixtures:Saturday threeball scramble 2.30am Sunday Captains Prize 9.30pm--12..30am
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College Corinthians AFC The new soccer season is almost upon us and our various adult and schoolboy teams will be back in training over the next week or so. This season the Club will field fifteen schoolboy teams which makes Corinthians one of the largest schoolboys Club in Cork. For those not familiar with the Club our grounds are located in the Castletreasure area of Douglas (top of Donnybrook Hill) Schoolboys Section This is an exciting time for our schoolboy players as they look forward to the start of the new season. This is particularly so for the players involved with our three under eleven teams many of whom will be playing in the Cork Schoolboys League for the first time. . New Players As always all our managers are looking to strengthen their squads and new players are particularly welcome. For further information please contact one of the following
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THANK YOU! A big thank you for all of those who themselves to start a community helped in an appeal for sponsorship in school to ensure all children in this raising money for Choma Community area could receive an education. Schools which was held last Friday Noelle will be working in the primary night in Douglas Hall Soccer Club. community school where the teachers Primary School Teaching Student have seventy children in each class Noelle Hogan is going to Zambia for and begin their work at 7am until three weeks in January 2012 to work 12pm. In the evening the teachers DOUGLAS CINEMA, Road, Douglas, in the schools of Choma Community, begin Link classes with Cork. a different set of 021 4895959 • WWW.CORKCINEMAS.COM a student in Mary Immaculate seventy students. As you can imagine REGISTER FOR WEEKLY TIMES BY EMAIL, www.CORKCINEMAS.com college she is currently heading into their teaching resources are stretched her final year of the Bachelor of to the limit, with the funds raised DOLBY DIGITAL Education they will contribute to building of SOUNDDegree. Mary Immaculate college have a special partnership new classrooms, windows and buying with the Choma Community in books. Zambia and have been helping the St. Mulumba's School For Children community for the past twelve years Who Are Deaf, Blind, and Disabled is by arranging for their B. Ed students a boarding school providing education to volunteer in their schools. Choma for 160 children with specific, and is a province in Southren Zambia sometimes very severe, physical and with a young population, therefore, mental disabilities, Noelle will also be providing education for every child visiting and volunteering here too. is a challenging task for the Zambian Another part of Noelle’s volunteer government. The community of work will include a hospice for children Choma have taken the responsibility with HIV and a day care centre for to ensure education is available for children that have lost their parents their children. Due to the reality that to AIDS. The organisation provides not all of the children in Choma were the orphans with food, blankets, and able to attend the government primary shelter. school the local residents took it upon Noelle would like to thank everyone
Under Seven (2005 & 2006) There is always a special welcome for our Six’s and Seven’s many of whom are coming up to Corinthians for the first time. For coaching purposes they are split into small sized groups (average ten per group) where they are given plenty of opportunity to participate and enjoy themselves. Later in the year, our Under Six Street Leagues take centre stage and thy are always the highlight of the Underage season in Corinthians, the games are fun filled with the emphasis very much on enjoyment. So if you were born in 2001 / 2002, why not come along, we would love to see you in Corinthians. If you would like to get involved with Corinthians, why not come along on Saturday or Sunday mornings or if you would like more information about the Club, you can log on to the Corinthians website at www. collegecorinthians.com or contact Terry O’ Donovan @ 087 / 4181881
who has participated in her charity events, Waxing Night in The Corner House in Carrigaline and the Soccer Tournament and the players in Douglas Hall, followed by a night in O’Driscolls Bar, to the local businesses of Carrigaline and Douglas for their generous donations of spot prizes for the raffles held on both these occasions who included Douglas Hall
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Passenger, the sophomore effort of Lisa Hannigan, will be released on October 21st of this year. The album was recorded in one week in Wales earlier this year in tandem with producer Joe Henry, who has previously worked with Elvis Costello, Ani DiFranco and Loudon Wainwright III. Hannigan's debut album went platinum and was nominated for both the Choice and Mercury Music Prizes and the success of the album saw her played the famed Radio City Music Hall in New York guest performances on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno and The Colbert Report. Tony Bennett has announced that he will release his duet with Amy Winehouse, her last ever studio recording, as a charity single. Their collaboration on Body and Soul was recorded earlier this year in London and will appear on Bennett's upcoming Duets II album, which is due on September 30th. Bennett spoke to press about how his concern in working with Winehouse proved unfounded. "Everybody was apprehensive as to how it was going to go, but she was really the best of all the young artists that I met in the current scene in the last 10 or 15 years. She was really singing true jazz. It's just too tragic. I wanted to wanted to talk her out of the drugs, but unfortunately I never had the chance to talk to her" The proceeds from the Bennett/Winehouse duet will go to the foundation that Winehouse's father has started to keep drugs out of reach of children. Meanwhile, Coldplay paid tribute to Winehouse by inserting a brief verse from her hit song Rehab into a gig in Australia.
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