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inform future generations via school tours, regular open days, lectures, and slide shows. All dedicated to the unmitigated and uncensored TRUTH of what those women endured…once upon a time in Ireland. Thanking you, John Fitzgerald 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.

Preserving Part of our Grim Heritage Dear Editor, It’s been said that the country that forgets its history is doomed to repeat it. I hope the State will consider that advice when deciding whether to acquire the former Magdalene Laundry at Donnybrook, Dublin. I have just signed an online petition initiated by playwright/politician Mannix Flynn, who experienced first-hand the savagery of our industrial school system, calling on the State to intervene and rescue this grotesque but uniquely historic edifice from oblivion. It’s more than just a building. It’s a surviving example of one of the virtual slave camps where thousands of women were incarcerated in that “Other Ireland”…the one to which Taoiseach Enda Kenny alluded when he apologized to the women who were wrongly detained, exploited, brutalized and stigmatized in those Hibernian Gulags. The building was sold by the Order of Nuns who once managed it, but the buyers have yet to decide its ultimate fate. This is where the State can do itself some service. It can, on behalf of all of us, and to atone for its role in the horrific injustice inflicted on the Magdalenes, secure the building and preserve it as a permanent memorial to an era that we cannot afford to forget… lest it return to haunt us in the future. Many of those terrible places have been quietly demolished, airbrushed out of our lives…out of sight and mind and replaced with modern buildings, most recently the Magdalene Laundry at New Ross in County Wexford which was bulldozed into rubble. The significance of the Donnybrook building is that it has been, up to now, preserved virtually intact with all of the grim paraphernalia linked to those theocratic punishment centres…the bleak and fearsome dormitories where women cried themselves to sleep or dreamt of freedom, the cumbersome steam irons that the inmates pressed unto the laundry from morning till night, the giant back breaking baskets they carried clothes in, the sinks they washed and slaved at, the small high windows they struggled to look out of to catch a glimpse of the sky, and the assortment of sacred religious statues and carvings they were forced to kneel before and pray to every day and night of their undeserved incarceration. The estimated cost to the State of acquiring the Donnybrook Magdalene Laundry is up to 3 million. A small price, I suggest, for a facility that could keep alive the memory of what happened in this supposedly democratic “free” country of ours when theocratic forces dominated and powerful people looked the other way. Parts of the venue could also be used, as some online commentators have suggested, by community and various non-political or voluntary groups in the district, with the proviso that the essential structure of the building would be safeguarded and all the relevant artifacts protected and displayed to the public. The building would serve as a precious educational resource to

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The Perfect 1 Stop Shop for Stove Installation Frank K Hanover 1 Stop Chimney Shop on the Kinsale Road (021 431 0999) alongside the Harvey Norman store and Senator Windows, is a natural choice for stove installation. Andrew and his dedicated as well as highly informed team have been trading these past 28 years and in their business take care of absolutely everything when it comes to the installation of a stove in your home. Because there is no other quite so accomplished provider, 1 Stop Chimney Shop excels in the provision, installation, maintenance and aesthetic quality of the stove; this preferred mainstay of domestic energy, aesthetic and heating. This deserved reputation acquired over long experience and a strong ethic backed by substantive guarantees on all work carried out comes from core values established by this family business early on. Andrew tells me, “We’re unique. Our shop sells everything connected to stoves and their installation at competitive prices. All adjustments are carried out by us, we do the whole job and then guarantee the fitting, the materials used and the performance of the stove.” Such an excellent basis in value and quality is unique in the Cork area. With three telephone lines a customer can always access the experience and wisdom of 1 Stop Chimney Shop accross favourable opening hours; Monday to Friday between 9am and 1pm when the shop closes for lunch and between 2pm and 5pm. On Saturday, the shop opens at 11am and closes at 4pm without closing between those hours. 1 Stop Chimney Shop lines carry everything required by the private customer as well as by the fitting trade to whom a discount is offered. Joinings, linings, mastics, heat resistant silicone, sealers, cowls and the other requirements are all provided. Everything is here. Andrew continues, “We have everything a fitter would require and provide a super service to the trade at discount. Our consultation with domestic customers and with the trade is rooted in the guarantee we make. I wouldn’t give a guarantee if I couldn’t stand by it and we stand by the materials provided, every aspect of the stove installation and the other work we do.” It’s this dedication to excellence that makes 1 Stop Chimney Shop the best choice for stove installation. Parking space is plentiful and because 1 Stop Chimney Shop is offering a total package, there’s no question that your first port-of-call for property and home-enhancing stoves should be there on the Kinsale Road. Pay 1 Stop Chimney Shop a visit soon.

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Is there a community event or fundraiser in your area? Email to – frontdesk@douglaspost.ie. Douglas Writers Group The next meeting of the Douglas Writer’s Group will be held in Frankfield House on Friday 13th May at 5.30 pm. The Douglas Writer’s Group meets on the 2nd Friday of every month at 5.30pm. The Douglas Writer’s Group meet on the second Friday of every month and its open to all people, including beginners, interested in writing. So even if you’re only half interested please come along and check us out. We look forward to meeting you ! (Inquiries 086 8839392) Are you Right there Michael are you Right? The Douglas Writer’s are holding a Percy French Night in the Douglas GAA Hall on Sat 7th May. The occasion is the mark the Percy French Centenary, it promises to be a night of “Craic agus Ceol” starting at 8.30 pm with Art Supple and Martin Kearney. Tickets are €5 and the proceeds go to the Douglas Meals-on-Wheels. Douglas Community Pre-school & Playgroup, Douglas Community Centre There will be an open session for children enrolling for September 2016 on Friday, 22nd April from 1-1.30 pm. It will be a great opportunity to meet our highly qualified, experienced teachers, to see our playrooms, to get a good insight into your child’s playgroup /pre-school day, to ask questions and get ECCE scheme information and if you choose, to enrol and pay a deposit to secure places. All are welcome; phone 086 1217161 for all queries.

Above: Douglas History Project-Pupils from St. Columba’s Girls School

Douglas Tidy Towns Recent Church Collection and Upcoming Concert on 8th May The Tidy Towns committee are hugely grateful for the excellent response to their recent collection at St. Patrick’s Rochestown, Rochestown Monastery and Church of the Incarnation Frankfield, which brought in €990. Your generosity was all the more welcome because the weather was miserably cold, wet and windy but our volunteers were given heart-warming support. Tidy Towns are holding a fundraising concert at 3 pm on 8th May at Rochestown Park Hotel for Veranassi Childrens Hospital, India, and for Cork City Hospitals Childrens’ Club.

old photos, compiled and created by children simply telling the story of the rich history and heritage of Douglas. They were undoubtedly inspired, assisted and greatly encouraged by their teacher Mrs. Forsythe and school staff. Do visit Douglas Village Shopping Centre and spend some time reading the panels, enjoy the photographs and connect with your local history.

‘The History Wall’ by St. Columba’s Girls at Douglas Village Shopping Centre A history project undertaken by teacher Colleen Forsythe and senior girls from St. Columba’s National School recently won First Prize for Best Historical Trail in Councillor Kiernan McCarthy’s “Cork Schools’ Heritage Project” which took place in March 2016. Anyone visiting Douglas Village Shopping Centre should take some time out to visit this wonderful display of our local history presented on 22 separate panels which is located on the corridor to the cloakrooms, a few doors down from O’Connor’s Pharmacy going towards Tesco. The panels deal with the following topics, researched by the pupils: Jobs in Douglas 1916-2016, Refugees in Douglas WW1, Sir Henry Browne Hayes (who gave his name to Sir Henry’s nightclub in Cork), Piper’s Merries, Our Favourite Memory (of School Days), St. Luke’s Church, An Interview with St. Columba Girls N.S. Dep. Principal Tríona Durcan, Douglas Credit Union and Galways Lane, The Story of the Deaf Unit at St. Columba’s, The History of St. Columba’s N.S, ‘We Live in Douglas’ - growing up from the childrens’ perspective, The Finger Post, Meeting Past Pupil Mary Breen, Trams in Douglas, Mills in Douglas, St. Columba’s Church, The Famine in Douglas recalled by Pat Gunn, Mary Hanley - Douglas Community Park, Douglas GAA - the Club, and finally ‘History of our School and celebration of 40 years at St. Columba’s N.S.’ It is a beautiful compilation, with great visual interest including wonderful

Fund Raiser for Phase 3 of Douglas Building Project A Garden Party with music at John and Helen Fox’s home at Underwood, Rochestown, on Saturday 28th May with live music by local band ‘Lazy River’ from 2.30 pm-5 p.m. Garden will be open from 11 a.m.

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Concert A Concert for Varanasi (India) Maternal Nutritional Programme and Cork City Hospitals Childrens’ Club has been organized by Douglas Tidy Towns. This will take place on Sunday, May 8th at 3 p.m. at Rochestown Park Hotel, Maple Room.

Kevin’s Day Kevin’s Day for Crumlins Childrens Hospital & The Ronald Mc Donald House Crumlin will be held on June 26th at the park; this year’s theme is “a teddy bears’ picnic” and there will also be a dog show on the day. TK Maxx comes to Douglas! There was a great buzz in Douglas Village Shopping Centre last week with the arrival of TK Maxx taking up the old Quinnsworth supermarket space! Shoppers were delighted with the newcomer, giving great value of 50% off many items as they launch their new store. Quiz Night Quiz Night in aid of Mairead’s Volunteering Placement in India. East Village Pub, Thursday 28th April at 9.30 PM - €5 a head. Individuals or teams. Great Raffle Prizes, Great Craic, Great Cause. Art Classes Art Classes given by Valerie Walsh take place in the Parish Hall on Mondays 2pm – 4pm. Issue 1216

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Douglas Community Pre-school and Playgroup have an enrollment for September 2016 on Friday the 22nd April between 1pm and 1.30pm at Douglas Community Centre in Douglas Community Park. Meet the highly qualified staff, see the facilities used, ask the questions you have about everything and the Ecce Scheme, enrol and pay a fifty Euro deposit to secure your child’s place. Call for all enquiries on 0861217161.

Above: Cork County Council launch first of its kind digital storytelling project. West Cork Farmer Aidan McCarthy with his children Rory and Clara McCarthy shooting footage for their story as part of ‘Sustainability Stories West Cork’. Sustainability Stories West Cork is an innovative new project aimed at encouraging pro-environmental behaviour within the Irish agricultural sector through digital storytelling. Launched this week by Macroom E as part of a Cork County Council funded initiative, the project is the first of its kind nationally and encourages farmers to share stories and information aimed at improving practices throughout the region and nationwide. With funding from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and in partnership with the Carbery Group, Sustainability Stories West Cork has been launched in anticipation of increased agricultural production in Ireland to 2020. Picture: Clare Keogh

Winners of the Young at Heart Dancing Competition held in St Columbas Hall

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Douglas Community Farmers Market. We’re small but we’re like family. You can find us in the parking lot in Douglas community park every Saturday morning 9pm to 2:30pm or later Come browse our market for a locally-sourced selection of fresh produce, grass-fed meat, homegrown herbs, warm baked goods, burgers, sausages, fresh-cut flowers, sushi, fresh veg, honey, jams, hot coffee and lots more also we have live acoustic music. We are family, kid, and dog-friendly. Visit us every weekend from the 30th of May. Issue 1216

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orget pre-wedding jitters the night before the ceremony, for most brides (and grooms) in-waiting the most stressful part of their upcoming nuptials is where on earth to start with organising the big celebration! Allow Fota Island Resort to inspire, entertain and excite you with the return of its highly anticipated Wedding Showcase. An invaluable resource for those tying the knot, the next Fota Island Resort showcase takes place on the Sunday 24th April and will present every possible service and suggestion for your big day. The finest photographers, stationers, wedding planners, make-up artists, bakers, jewellers, department stores, travel agents and musicians will gather together and showcase their top services designed to create the perfect wedding day, including hat designers Hattitude, dessert creators Baker Boy and Cakes by Dawn, beautiful jewellery by Aoife O’Mahony and sweet music from harpist Mairead Kelly. All of this will take place in the stunning surroundings of Fota Island Hotel & Spa which will be dressed for a glamorous and stylish wedding - the stuff of every bride’s fantasy. The Smith Barry Suite, luxurious bedrooms, deluxe suites and lodges will all be available to view, allowing you to picture every aspect of your wedding day. The Resort’s friendly staff will also be on hand with a team of chefs, wine experts and event planners ready to show you around and answer any questions you may have and you’ll get to sample some delicious canapés on they day to give you a taste of the wedding menu available at Fota Island Resort. A luxury limo or vintage car will then whisk you away to view The Clubhouse, an extremely creative conversion of old stone farm buildings that provides an intimate alternative setting for a wedding reception. For further news and updates about the upcoming Wedding Showcase visit the website www.fotaisland.ie follow Fota Island Resort on Twitter and Facebook or contact the Fota Island Resort wedding team at weddings@ fotaisland.ie or call 021 467 3543.

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Things to do This Week Every wind that blows brings something good to somebody. Even ill winds of mischance and calamity – often carry as they go the seeds of Providence, so that out of trouble comes some happy consequence. So in spite of our mixed weather the future promises to be very bright. We’ll 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. Flower Garden Continue sowing hardy annuals wherever there is a need for colour; Sow extra in spare ground for cutting. Mulch lilies outdoors with compost, and feed those growing in pots. Watch out for black fly on philadelphus, elders and other shrubs, and spray.

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Kitchen Garden Tuck straw or special mats around strawberry plants to keep the fruit clean; do this before plants begin to sprawl. Remove grease bands from fruit trees and burn. Cut asparagus spears regularly, Sweet Pea - Rosy Dawn but not from new plants. Remove flowers from perpetual strawberries for heavier crops later in the year. Sow kolh-rabi little and often, and every 3-4 weeks for young tender crops. Support peas before they make their first tendrils. Erect supports for runner and climbing French beans. Thin out autumn raspberry canes to 10cm(4in) apart, and tie in as they grow. Lawns & Hedges: Continue mowing, twice weekly, for a fine finish if the grass is growing vigorously. Greenhouse: Remove greenhouse insulation; apply a light speckle of shading to the glass. Start feeding early tomatoes, and continue removing sideshoots. Sow runner and climbing French beans in pots for planting out in 3-4 weeks time. Sow surplus half-hardy annuals for greenhouse pot-plants. Continue pricking out bedding, and move older seedlings to the cold frame to harden off. Keep newspapers handy in case of sudden night frosts. Plant tomatoes in unheated green houses if not already done. Water Garden: watch out for pondweed starting to multiply in a warm season. In General In dry weather spray new conifers and evergreens with water or an anti-desiccant. Keep all new shrubs, trees and fruit well-watered in a dry season, and remove weeds to reduce competition. Treat fence panels and supports with timber preservative. When spraying fruit and other plants in flower, do so in the evening when pollinating insects are not about.

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Interesting fact Peanut oil is used for cooking in submarines because it doesn’t smoke unless it’s heated above 450F.

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Is there a community event or fundraiser in your area? Please let us know and we will be delighted to publish it for you. Email to – frontdesk@douglaspost.ie. To ensure publication your entry should reach us before 5 PM on Mondays

Competition for Budding Young Food Writers

Midleton Writers Group The next meeting of the Midleton Writer’s Group will be held in “My Place” on Thurs 5th May at 8.00pm. The Midleton Writer’s Group meet on the first Thursday every month and its open to all people, including beginners, interested in writing. So even if you’re only half interested please come along and check us out. We look forward to meeting you! (Inquiries Anne Healy [AnneFHealy@Eircom.net])

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Midleton Mid May Arts Festival 2016 This vibrant festival in its 3rd year, features the finest artists in East Cork and beyond. The weekend celebrates and elevates the standard of artistic excellence in the local community. The festival features fine art exhibitions, music events, literature, poetry, film, animation and public art projects. On Saturday night you are invited to dress up and dance to a great night of prohibition music with Ian Date and the Ragtime Rascals. This festival is run by a voluntary team of dedicated local artists with support from Cork county council arts grant scheme, the HSE and East Cork municipal council. Midleton Mid-May Arts Festival 13TH, 14TH, & 15TH MAY 2016 MIDLETON, CO.CORKA CELEBRATION OF THE ARTS http://www.midletonmidmayfestival.ie Midleton Football Club Midleton Football Club have a new Club Media sponsor The Midleton Park Hotel. The launch took place at Knockgriffin Park with our chairman Mick Kirby welcoming Patrick Shields Manager of the Midleton Park Hotel and thanking the Hotel for their kind support to our club. Patrick said the hotel has a long association with Midleton Soccer Club and delighted to play a part and help in any way possible. At the launch was club media team Karina Mc Carthy, Julia Carr and Trish Howick. Also pictured here are Eddie Allen Club Secretary, Brian Mc Carthy Schoolboy’s secretary and Ray O Connor.

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Short Story or a Poem about a

Local Food Producer in your area

It could be a farmer, ﬁsherman, cheesemaker, ﬁsh smoker, vegetable grower, jam maker, baker and so on...

Entries on A4 paper one side to Ballymaloe Cookery School, Shanagarry, Co. Cork Closing date for entries: Wednesday 11th May 2016 First Prize: Kids Cookery Course at Ballymaloe Cookery School & Signed Copy of Rachel Allen’s Cookbook & Reading of the winning piece at the Kerrygold Ballymaloe Literary Festival of Food & Wine Second Prize: Afternoon Cookery Demonstration at Ballymaloe Cookery School & Signed Copy of Rachel Allen’s Cookbook

Call for entries from up-and-coming Cork writing talent A Slow Food Children’s Writing Competition for primary school children in association with Kerrygold Ballymaloe Literary Festival of Food & Wine

Those who head Slow Food East Cork and co-director of the Kerrygold Ballymaloe Literary Festival of Food and Wine, are looking for fresh new writing talent. Each year for the past three years there has been a very successful writing competition with eight local schools, all of which are involved with the Slow Food East Cork Grow and Cook project. This year, that competition is being expanded to all the primary schools in Cork County, with students being invited to write a story or poem about a local food producer, with the winning student invited to take part in a reading over the Litfest weekend. The enlarged county-wide Slow Food Children’s Food Writing Competition in association with the Kerrygold Ballymaloe Litfest is asking primary school students to write their story or poem about a local food producer – a farmer, fisherman, baker, jammaker, gardener, or anyone working in food production whose story they find interesting – as a way of encouraging pupils to learn more about local food producers in their area and promoting conversation about the many opportunities in the food sector. Entries must be received by Wednesday, May 11th, 2016 and the first prize for this inaugural county-wide contest is a Kids Cookery Course at the Ballymaloe Cookery School and a signed copy of Rachel Allen’s cookbook. Second prize is an Afternoon Cookery Demonstration at Ballymaloe Cookery School and a signed copy of Rachel Allen’s cookbook, and prizes will be presented at the Kerrygold Ballymaloe LitFest by Darina and Rachel Allen on Sunday May 22nd 2016. Issue 1216

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Linda Ibbotson is a poet, artist and photographer from the UK and currently residing in Cork. A former writer for Musicians Together journal her poetry, essays, book reviews and artwork have been published widely internationally including Levure Litteraire. Iodine, The Enchanting Verses Literary Review, Eastern World newspaper Uzbekistan, Irish Examiner and Asian Signature. Her poetry has been read on radio in Ireland, Australia and Venezuela and performed in France by Irish musician Davog Rynne. Her painting Cascade was used for the cover of a CD by Irish musician Tony Floyd Kenna. Linda was invited to read at the Abroad Writers Conference in Lismore Castle and in Butlers Townhouse Dublin. She was also one of three judges for the Rabindranath Tagore Award International and Editor-in-Chief for the Anthology XXI Century World Literature.

Homage to Kinsale As nights obsidian curtain lifted, the skylark heralds the dawn chorus in my demesne of duck egg blue. From my balcony, a mirage of matchstick masts navigate the thirsty mouth of the harbour, and my skin drinks it all in. Sometimes, when I bury myself, in myself, never quite reaching the point when thinking stops, I unlatch the door, drink tea, and savour wild berry tart at Poets Corner, or stroll to the Spaniard where the swans dance to Francesca’s mandolin, and in my solitude I feel quietly content. I look at life in black and white at The Gallery, buy a chiffon scarf from Stone Mad, peacock feathers with hand stitched beads and fly it like a kite on the beach. After sundown you’ll find me in The Black Pig sipping a glass of red, satisfied with the feeling that finally, I have arrived.

WRITERS GROUP MEETINGS Ballincollig Writers – The White Horse - Monday 25th April at 7.30 PM Bishopstown Writers- Bishopstown Library Thurs 28th April at 6.15 PM Mallow Poetry Group – Mallow Library - Tuesday 3rd May at 12.30 p.m Midleton Writers – “My Place” Midleton Thurs 5th May at 8.00pm Douglas Writers Group, - Frankfield House - Friday the 13th May at 5.30 pm Frankfield House – Around the Fireside – Tues 17th May from 8.30 pm Ballinlough Writers - Ballinlough Community Centre Fri 20th May at 5.30 PM Carrigaline & District Writers’ Group meet at the Stables Bar in Carrigaline, on the first Saturday of every month at 11:30am. Writers in all genres are welcome to come along to our meetings, where like-minded people share their ideas & experiences in a relaxed environment. Further information is available on 021 432 0042. Ó Bhéal – Open mic every Mon at The Hayloft (upstairs at The Long Valley), Winthrop Street Writers Workshop - every Tuesday 3pm – 5pm Bishopstown Library. It’s not for beginners, but for people who are already committed to writing and have quite an amount of work already written. Writers Corner – Cork City Community Radio 100.5 FM – every Sunday at 3.30PM

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Friday 13th of May Send your poem to ‘The Poetry Corner’ /Douglas Post, Douglas Community Centre, Church Road, Douglas, or you can email it direct to frontdesk@douglaspost.ie 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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Ask your Pharmacist By Garvan J. Lynch

World Health Day: Halt the rise in Diabetes We start by looking at some extraordinary statistics: Today: 4 out of 10 Irish adults are overweight, 3 out of 10 Irish adults are obese. The cause is simple: we are eating too many calories and not getting enough exercise. The World Health Organistaion have estimated that by 2030 9 out of 10 Irish adults will be overweight or obese……..the 2nd highest obesity rate in the world, just behind Uzbekistan. Obesity and Diabetes are linked. Unfortunately, obesity triggers Type 2 diabetes. Our bodies simply can not break down the quantity of sugar obese people are eating. All this sugar builds up in our blood. This sugar overload in our blood has a detrimental effect on our bodies and can initially lead to symptoms such as: Tiredness/sluggishness Unquenchable thirst Blurry vision Going to the toilet frequently Extreme hunger Having more infections than usual So what about Diabetes? It’s where the sugar build up becomes toxic and you need to take medicine to artificially lower your blood sugar level, back to its normal range. And what does it mean to be diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes? Is it a serious illness? If you are diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and you are aged between 30 and 49, you can expect to have 15 years cut off your life. This statistic is from the “Diabetes Natural History Study” carried out by the Joslin Clinic, which is affiliated to Harvard Medical School. But that’s not all! Sugar is a toxin and also does terrible damage to our bodies over periods of time, and eventually with Type 2 Diabetes: You could go blind Have limbs amputated Suffer from kidney failure Have extensive nerve damage…..and much more besides…… And finally, you are put out of your misery by having a heart attack or a stroke. That’s Diabetes! The 2007 Slan Study, commissioned by the Department of Health, estimates there could be up to 500,000 Irish people with pre-diabetes and undiagnosed diabetes. This is a ticking health timebomb. We simply do not have the resources or the capacity to deal with this coming Diabetes Tsunami. What can Pharmacies do to prevent this oncoming Diabetes epidemic? We can start to identify who these 500,000 high risk people are, through a simple blood sugar test. This can be carried out at any Pharmacy and appropriate advice or refferal can then be made to those who need it. If you live in the south side of Cork City, you can contact me through our website, ring me or simply call in and we can test your blood sugar level, at no charge. If your blood sugars are in the danger zone for pre-diabetes – we can

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help. I have developed a “pre-diabetes reversal plan” that has been proven to reverse you out of pre-diabetes. How do I know my reversal plan works? Because just over 3 years ago, I had a blood sugar level of over 7mmol, this figure “technically” diagnosed me, not with pre-diabetes, but as a full blown diabetic. That shock motivated me to change the way I lived my life….small changes, but meaningful changes, and I lost 5 and a ½ stone and brought my blood sugar level to under 5mmol. It wasn’t easy, but I did it. Why? Because I knew that my life literally depended on my success. A key factor to the success of my reversal plan, was applying the Nobel Prize Winning research behind decision making, in order to better understand our decision making process, and help us make better decisions as a result, and lets face it, that’s all it is…….a decision. A decision on whether to eat a packet of biscuits or not to eat than. Ultimately, you decide. If you are tired, sluggish or overweight contact us today. We can help. Garvan Lynch M.B.A. (Public Health) D.I.C.

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ave you ever wondered what you would do if you came upon an accident or worse again found a member of your family unconscious? Would you know what to do? Would you like to know what to do? Can you use a defibrillator? It is generally recognised that getting to a person in Cardiac arrest within 4 minutes could make a huge difference to them. Only a few classes are needed to teach you to be able to do what is necessary. A series of basic first aid CPR classes are being offered free of charge in order to teach people of Douglas how to deal with such situations. St Luke’s school in Douglas has kindly donated their Canon Packham Hall for training. John Clifford, a Cardiac trainer, has also offered his training expertise free of charge. It would be ideal for a number of people from each park to get involved, so get a number of your neighbours interested. We can train you as a team and offer advice on setting up your own group. lf you did one thing this year that could have a profound effect on someone’s life then do this. Even if you don’t want to, come along and see how it’s done, then decide later.

Tuesday 17th May

6.45pm for beginners 8.00pm for regulars NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY ! It won’t take long and you could save someone’s life and it will cost you nothing!

Canon Packham Hall, Douglas

Tuesday 17th May

Further details available from: John Clifford at 087 246 2629 Or Ronnie McGinn 086 883 9392 Issue 1216

GROW COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH

Dr Stefan Billing, BSc, B. Chiro, PGDip-Clin.Neuro.Sci., DACNB. Functional Neurologist & Consultant Chiropractic Neurologist Chiropractic Adjustments Are Essential Spinal joints that aren’t moving right can choke or irritate nearby nerves. Chiropractic adjustments add motion to these stuck joints, reducing nervous system disruption. Then, health has the best opportunity to return. Many Techniques Sometimes a specific, highly-accurate thrust is used. Or an instrument delivers carefully directed energy. Or a slow, constant pressure is used. Several areas may be adjusted, or just one. Sometimes a popping sound is heard.

Chiropractor adjusting patient

Feels Great Because we rely on adjustments to help your body “right itself”, we’re highly proficient. Most patients report a sense of well-being and ease. After all, if adjustments weren’t pleasant, our patients wouldn’t return for the multiple visits needed to retrain their spine!

GROW is a community mental health organisation which helps people who are experiencing any mental health or emotional difficulties. It also helps people who are looking to gain and maintain positive mental health. There are many reasons that a person might find themselves in difficulty – stress, anxiety, depression, loneliness and isolation. Some people come to GROW while struggling with a life crisis such as the loss of a job, a loved one or a relationship. At a GROW meeting, you will find acceptance, support and friendship in a safe, non-judgemental environment. GROW meetings are run by the members themselves, according to a well structured and successful format, following a 12-step program. During the meeting, members can share their problems, learn how to rebuild their lives and report on their own progress. GROW’s program of personal growth is based on changing negative thinking and behaviour. It offers strategies on how to: • Deal with an emotional crisis • Manage feelings • Think by reason • Realize personal worth • Improve relationships As the Program has to do with change of thinking and talking, change of ways and change of relationships, certain tasks known as Practical Tasks are undertaken by each member to help them make the gradual changes which contribute to good mental health. Developing understanding, acceptance, confidence, control and love is at the heart of the GROW program. Meetings are held around Cork City and County areas and last for approximately 1 ½ to 2 hours. They are confidential, non-denominational and free of charge, however a small donation to meet necessary expenses is usual, though entirely voluntary. There is also a variety of training and social activities to back up the essential group process. The emphasis of the meetings is to get people to avoid isolation and keep in contact with one another and to build links within the wider community. If you or someone you know is experiencing any emotional or mental health difficulty and would like more information, please contact : 021-4277520 (Mon-Fri 09:00-14:00hrs) Local: 1890 474 474 or you can check out the GROW website on www.GROW. ie

Everyone Benefits Newborns, infants, children, seniors and even back surgery patients can get adjusted. Naturally, adjustments are tailored to your size, age and particular health issue. Frequently Asked Questions: • Are chiropractic adjustments safe? Yes. A New Zealand government study found that adjustments are “remarkably safe.” Chiropractic care enjoys an excellent track record. A thorough exam can identify the rare person for whom chiropractic care might be unsuited. • Will adjustments make my spine too loose? No. Only the spinal joints that are “locked up” receive adjustments. The occasional spinal joints that move too much, are passed over so weakened muscles and ligaments can stabilize and heal. Find out for yourself by scheduling a no-obligation consultation to discuss your problem. Call (021) 429-2445 and book a half hour exam with Corks only Consultant Chiropractic Neurologist Dr Stefan Billing at Koru Chiropractic, Ardfallen Medical Centre, Douglas Rd. Call (021) 429-2445 to see if your innate potential can be released with Chiropractic!

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Young at Heart ISSUE # 1037 1038

Thanksgiving prayer St Jude

with Phil Goodman

e are told that loneliness is more dangerous to the health of an older person than smoking 10 cigarettes a day. Loneliness kills as many older people a year as cancer. It drives people into nursing homes, loneliness also doubles your chance of dying and it could be about to get worse. Being older, especially 80 and over is a very important predictor of loneliness. The total number of people aged 80 and older in Ireland is expected to rise drastically, which indicates that loneliness will be an even bigger problem in years to come. Loneliness is still one of the greatest stigmas known to people of the older generation. People who join our group often suffer from loneliness. We try to keep loneliness at bay. Isolation is ‘not’ loneliness. A person can be isolated but not feel lonely and we can still feel lonely in the middle of a crowd. We can all take up the challenge and improve the quality of life of the loneliest in our communities. There are many ways we can do this. While technology will become more important in the coming years, the danger is that we leave behind those who stay ‘offline’. The proportion of people aged 65 and over who use the internet at home is set to rise to 71% by 2020. We must not lose the personal contact. We are the generation of the friendly visit and the cup of tea; it’s time to bring this back. We must ensure loneliness and social isolation don’t drive older people into care unnecessarily. We all need to support each other, let’s keep people active, healthy, happy and socially connected. Why not give yourself a 21 Day Walking Challenge?

What is it? Get Walking has been developed to enable you to establish the habit of walking. The challenge is to walk on 21 consecutive days. Aim to walk for at least 30 minutes each day. You don’t have to do it all at once. You can build up to the 30 minutes a day by being active for at least 10 minutes at a time. Make sure to keep a record of your walks. Recording your walks can be one of the best ways to set up and maintain a regular walking schedule. Regular walking can: • Keep your body fit and active and increase your energy levels. • Keep your heart healthy and reduce blood pressure and cholesterol. • Reduce your stress levels and help you sleep better. • Walking with other people is fun and sociable, you can make new friends. We wish Agnes well in the over 60’s Semi Final representing Douglas in the City Hall on April 24. Tune in every Sunday at 3 PM to Cork City Community Radio. Each week I have a different guest covering different subjects of interest: Medical, Social etc. Up Coming Events: 24th April Over 60’s Semi Final Cork City Hall Monday - Care-Ring Friendly Phone Service Tuesday- Creative Writing Class Tuesday- Knitting & Crochet Wednesday- 11.00 -12.30 Kurling Douglas GAA Hall 2.00 – 4.00 Bingo Parish Church Hall 2.30 – 4.00 Fetac 3 Computer Class Thursday - 1.00 – 12.00 Tai-Chi Douglas Library Thursday 3.00 – 5.00 Indoor Bowls -Boys Primary School.

Sandals of St Anthony Novena for Miracles For 9 Tuesdays, light a candle over this prayer and pray 5 Our Fathers, 5 Hail Marys and 5 Glory Be’s. When finishing the prayer, blow out the candle and keep for the other Tuesdays. On the last 9th Tuesday, let it Burn out to the end. Ask for 2 requests very difficult to be fulfilled and one request for your general improvement. Every Tuesday distribute 3 copies of this Novena, or leave in the Church. O Holy Saint Anthony, Gentlest of Saints, your Love for God and Charity for His Creatures made you worthy, while on earth to possess miraculous powers. Miracles waited on your word which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore of you to obtain for me (state requests) The answer to my prayer may require a miracle, even so you are the saint of miracles. O gentle and Loving st Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms, and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen. Say the Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory Be

Most holy Apostle, St Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the church honours and invokes you universally, as the patron of difficult cases, of things amost despaired of, pray for me, I am so helpless and alone. Intercede with God for me that He brings visible and speedy help where help is almost despaired of. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receice the consolation and help of heaven in all my necessities, tribulations and sufferings, particularly (make your request here) - and that I praise God with you and all the saints forever. I promise, O Blessed St Jude, to be ever mindful of thus great favour granted me by God and to always honour you as my special and powerful patron, and to gratefully encourage RML devotion to you AMEN

Thanksgiving The Miracle

Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked for many favours. This time I ask for a 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.

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Thanksgiving The Miracle prayer Sacred Heart Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked for many favours. This time I ask for a 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

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Ballinlough Community News Is there a community event or fundraiser in your area? Please let us know and we will be delighted to publish it for you. Email to – frontdesk@ douglaspost.ie. To ensure publication your entry should reach us before 5 PM on Mondays Ballinlough Writers Group The next meeting of the Ballinlough Writer’s Group will be held in The Ballinlough Community Centre on Fri 20th May at 5.30 PM. Ballinlough Writer’s Group meet on the third Friday of every month and it’s open to all people, including beginners, interested in writing. So even if you’re only half interested please come along and check us out. We look forward to meeting you! (Inquiries 086 8839392) Ballinlough Garda Forum The next Garda Forum meeting will be on Wednesday 4th May at 8.00pm in the Community. If you have an issue or an item to discuss do come along. Light refreshments will be served.

Bruce Lee posing for the camera

Ballinlough Events Committee Ballinlough Events Committee are hosting a family fun bingo afternoon in Nemo Rangers on Sunday 8th of May at 3.30pm. Bring your family, friends and neighbours and you might just have the lucky numbers to shout “Bingo!”... and if that’s not enough fun Anna and Elsa from Frozen and Captain America will be there too. There will be a raffle and fun and games for everyone to enjoy. Bingo books are €5 each and all proceeds go to making this year’s Ballinlough Summer Festival the best one yet! Ballinlough Parish Over 55’s Mixed Golf Scramble 2016 The above outing will be held on Thursday 12th May 2016 Venue: Douglas Golf Club Time: 10.04a.m to 12.20p.m. 9 or 18 holes Mixed Scramble open draw Entries plus €30 fee should be handed into Canon Jim O’Donovan, Parochial House, Ballinlough together with your name and address, phone number and handicap before Tuesday 26th April. Please pay when submitting entry.

David Bowie with the Trans-Siberian Express.

A fresh-faced Mick Jagger in the mid 60’s

Ballinlough Community Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club Every Monday night at 8.00pm in the Community Centre New members welcome.

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Family Ties

Carrigaline Community News

with Geraldine Blake

Striking a Blow

t was our 18th wedding anniversary and my husband and I went out to dinner. We found it surprisingly difficult to get a booking but finally managed to get a table in a restaurant in town. I usually go for fish but decided that I needed the iron and ordered a fillet steak. However, when the steak arrived it was sirloin. I felt bad for the waitress thinking that maybe I hadn’t made my order clear and she might now get into trouble. I called her back nonetheless and explained the mistake. She was very pleasant about it and took my plate back to the kitchen. She came back two minutes later but instead of a fillet, it was the same steak as before doubled over. I stared at it and thought, ‘Is there really someone back there in the kitchen who thinks that I am not going to notice this?’ I know that I am not the first to make this observation but the Irish take a lot of crap. We are met daily with sloppy service from surly assistants; charged higher prices than elsewhere in Europe for food and products that are not always of equally high standard and we get fobbed off with laughable excuses as to why things don’t work or someone hasn’t turned up when they said they would. If we dare to complain we are often met with derision and hostility and so, it becomes easier to pay up in silence than to make a fuss about what is rightfully ours. We are more laid back than most nationalities but this has as much to do with our reluctance to rock the boat as it does with our ability to go with the flow. I weighed up my options and decided that this wasn’t worth the indigestion. The steak was delicious. We passed on dessert and asked for the bill. When it came, we were charged for a fillet steak. I looked at my husband and he looked back at me. I broke the silence. “This has to be sorted. I can do it or you can do it but I’m not leaving until somebody does it.” My husband sighed and asked to speak to the manageress. She came forthwith and listened intently while my husband explained the discrepancy in the bill and the non-appearance of my fillet. When he finished, the manageress switched her attention to me and in a challenging voice said, “But you ate it, didn’t you?” I was so surprised by the question that I laughed but I rallied quickly and said, “Yes, I did. But, I will not pay for what I did not have.” We locked eyes: it was a stand off. She blinked first and turning away from the table abruptly she marched off to correct the bill. As we left, we bumped into my Aunt Eleanor who told me that she was ‘starving’ after a hard day’s shopping. I recommended the steak. If there was ever a woman who loved a battle it was Aunt Eleanor. We stepped out into the cold, rainy night but I mentally kicked my heels in the air: another blow struck for the Irish consumer.

Lions Club Success The Great Railway Run organized by the Carrigaline Lion’s Club on Sunday last was a huge success with over 650 runners taking part. The 25k run started in Cork, they were joined by the 10k runners and those who did 5k started at Ringaskiddy. Over 50 stewards with volunteers from a number of organizations marshaled the race. The Lion’s Club who have adopted the Church Road did a major litter pick during last week and did a further clean up again on Sunday after the Run. Over 1,600 people passed through the Carrigaline Lion’s Youth Centre after the race where they were treated to hot soup, tea and coffee. The funds raised by the great Railway Run in aid of the Youth Centre exceeded all expectations. The next Lion’s Club fundraiser is the monthly Car Boot sale in the Circus field on Sunday 24th April. Pipe Band Success Two Carrigaline Pipe Band drummers excelled in competition in Lisburn, County Antrim over the weekend. Drum Sergeant John Murphy was 2nd in the intermediate grade and Daniel Mulcahy was 2nd in Under 15 years. The Pipe Band plays at the 1916 commemorations in Camden Fort Meagher on this Sunday afternoon April 24th. The Band, which is celebrating their 70 years, have a busy schedule ahead. For further information contact Erica Breen 086 194 2774 Footpath and Lights Recently Cork County Council laid new footpaths by Cogan’s Corner both on Church Hill and a section of the Lower Kilmoney Road in preparation for pedestrian crossings. This week the Council erected two sets of pedestrian lights in those locations in Carrigaline. Active Retired A coach load of Carrigaline Active Retirement Association members are off for a four-day outing to Mullingar on Tuesday May 3rd. During their trip they will stay in the Bloomfield House Hotel, Mulingar and visit many places of interest in the Midlands. Last week 30 members attended the Parish Centre for Line Dancing with Frankie and cards and dominoes for the non-dancers. This Thursday Tim O’Brien will give a display of old Cork photos. New members and new ideas are always welcome. For further information please contact Kaye Jeffords 086 057 6110 or Pat Sheridan 086 387 1108. Mens Shed The latest project of the Carrigaline Men’s Shed is the renovation of a 100-year-old Harrisson Mc Gregor Albion No 1horse drawn reaper and binder. New canvas sheets will have to be made as well as the timber lath on the reel which needs Footpath and Lightsto be replaced. Recently the Shedders spent months renovating a Bamlett mowing machine. The freshly painted machine was on show in the St Patrick’s Day parade. Nine members of the Men’s Shed helped the Carrigaline Lion’s Club with stewarding the Great Railway run on Sunday last, they manned the stretch of road from Coolmore Cross to the finish by the Youth Centre on Church Road. The men are planning a trip to Dublin on Wednesday May 18th to visit Collins Barracks and Arbour hill. A five-week art class is starting this Thursday in the Men’s Shed. Men over 18 years are invited to join the Men’s Shed for further enquiries contact Roger Morrissey 021 437 2438, Pat Dineen 087 7755841 or Pat Byrne 086 1924 375.

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through there are workshops to offer advice and support. The talent competition is all about encouraging young people to develop their talents and creative skills, to push forward with their lives and to embrace their community positively. I am delighted with the nuggets of talent that we have found in Cork communities over the years and very proud of those who post audition and competition, have taken up music, drama, and other elements of the performing arts within Cork – they engage with their talent and develop and enjoy it more”. Further details can be got from the talent show producer (RSVP), Yvonne Coughlan, 086 8764685 or email rsvpireland@gmail.com.

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Cork City Musical Society to present award winning musical Crazy for You in Firkin Crane

ork City Musical Society is preparing for its second musical outing. This time they take on Crazy for You from 29 April to 1 May in Firkin Crane, four performances (three evening shows and a matinee). The show for all the family is being directed by Cllr Kieran McCarthy, has a cast of 30 and a 7-piece band, with musical direction by Michael Young and choreography by Aisling Byrne Gaughan. Founder of the society Cllr McCarthy noted “We are delighted to present our musical to the public. Our cast of 30 have worked very hard on this production to bring a toe-tapping, sing-along and funny musical, which will leave a smile on the faces of the audience. Amateur musical societies are multiple in nature up and down the country. All bring their local communities together under a volunteer and charity umbrella - collaborating and bringing people together to create an outlet for people and to put drama, music and all ultimately form a key cultural vein within towns and villages. It’s important that a city such as Cork has a musical society to promote the inherent love for musical theatre”. Crazy for You is a romantic love musical with lyrics by Ira Gershwin, and music by George Gershwin. Billed as “The New Gershwin Musical Comedy”, it is largely based on the song writing team’s 1930 musical, Girl Crazy, but incorporates songs from several other productions as well. Crazy for You won the 1992 Tony Award for Best Musical. Memorable Gershwin tunes include I Can’t Be Bothered Now, Bidin’ My Time, I Got Rhythm, Naughty Baby, They Can’t Take That Away from Me, But Not for Me, Nice Work if You Can Get It, Embraceable You and Someone to Watch Over Me. It’s a high energy comedy which includes mistaken identity, plot twists, fabulous dance numbers and classic Gershwin music. Tickets are e.20 online at www.firkincrane.ie or from the box office at 021 4507487. There is a special deal of four tickets for e.70. Cllr McCarthy’s Community Talent Competition 2016 Cork’s young people are invited to participate in the eighth year of Cllr Kieran’s McCarthy’s ‘Community Talent Competition’. The auditions will take place on Sunday 8 May between 10am-5pm in the Lifetime Lab, Lee Road. There are no entry fees and all talents are valid for consideration. The final will be held two weeks later. There are two categories, one for primary school children and one for secondary school students. Winners will be awarded a perpetual trophy and prize money of €150 (two by €150). The project is being organised and funded by Cllr Kieran McCarthy in association with Red Sandstone Varied Productions (RSVP). Cllr McCarthy noted: “In its eight year, the talent competition is a community initiative. We generally get to audition people who have very little experience of performing. Within the audition process there is friendly feedback from our judges and if the auditionee gets

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Know Your Rights JobPath Question:

I’ve been invited to take part in the JobPath programme. What can I expect from the programme? Can I keep my social welfare payment?

Answer:

JobPath is a new employment activation programme that is intended to help jobseekers find and retain fulltime employment. The Department of Social Protection selects clients for JobPath on a random basis. You cannot apply to go on JobPath. Supports from JobPath are aimed at people who are long-term unemployed and people who are newly unemployed but who may need intensive support to find work. If you are selected for JobPath you will be referred to a JobPath company. There are two companies - Seetec and Turas Nua. You will be assigned to a personal adviser who will assess your skills, work experience and work goals. The adviser will draw up a Personal Progression Plan with you which will include a series of activities and actions designed to help you get a job. These might include work experience, training and other relevant supports. You will be given career advice and helped with CV and interview preparation. You can also get support and advice about starting your own business. You keep your jobseeker’s payment while on JobPath. Generally the programme lasts for a year (52 weeks). If you find a job the Jobpath company will continue to work with you while you are in employment for up to a year. It will give particular support during the first few weeks of employment. Depending on local arrangements, while you are on JobPath you may sign on for your jobseeker’s payment less often than at present, or in some situations you may not have to sign on at all.

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Brain Teazer Joshua Shrimp had been a sailor for forty years and in that time he had been right around the globe many times. However, he always spent his nights in bed and on dry land. How?

Last weeks Teaser

Old Silas Greenfield died and left each of his grandchildren the same bequest. Sam spent all his having a good time. Dave wasted his and Suzy used hers wisely. The old man had been determined to treat the grandchildren equally, and in a way he did, but each got a different sum of money. How?

Last weeks Answer

The old man had given them time. He left each of them the equivalent of their annual salary so that they could have a year to do what they liked.

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Above: Hannah Looney of Cork in action against Sharon Reel of Armagh during the Lidl Ladies Football National League Division 1 Round 7 Cork v Armagh. Photo: Seb Daly, SPORTSFILE.

Orlagh Farmer, Cork in action against Sinead McCleary Armagh at National League Division 1 Round 7 Cork v Armagh. Photo Seb Daly, SPORTSFILE

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Mahon Community News Is there a community event or fundraiser in your area? Please let us know and we will be delighted to publish it for you. Email to – frontdesk@douglaspost.ie. To ensure publication your entry should reach us before 5 PM on Mondays Beginnings Parent & Toddler Group Beginnings Parent & Toddler Group, Wednesdays & Thursdays 10am – 12.00pm at Mahon Family Resource Centre. Enjoy a coffee and a chat with other parents, fun and activities with your child. Limited spaces available. For more information or to join this class please contact Christine on 021-4358866 Happy Birthday Happy 3rd Birthday Melaika- who got a lovely teddy from the staff at Mahon Community Centre because she is the best girl in the whole world. See the photo with her Mammy at Mahon Community Centre Café, Happy Birthday Melaika and so say all of us! Donkey Sanctuary Mahon Community Centre staff paid a return visit to the Donkey Sanctuary recently in Co. Cork. Well worth a visit, you wont be disappointed it is a great day out for the children, admission free. Contact info on website... http://www.thedonkeysanctuary.ie/

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SPORT

Passage West GAA Club News With Noel Collins.

1916 Commemoration Games.

Raffeen Creek Pitch and Putt Notes by Brendan Hayes

What a week for the club and a historic day for the club today as the Senior, Intermediate and Junior team reached their respective finals in the Cork leagues. The first time it has been achieved in the history of the club. The Senior team, defending their title from last year, trailed 2-1 against an excellent Fermoy team after the doubles. A great comeback saw the lads win 6-3 in a game that was extremely close up until the last few minutes. The Intermediate team beat Collins 8-1. They led 3-0 after the doubles and finished strong to book their place in the final. The Junior team beat Collins 5-4. They led 3-0 after the doubles and despite a great fightback by the Collins team, they eventually got the two points they needed to win. The final will take place in St Stephen’s next Sunday and against St Anne’s who also had their three teams qualify. We could do with a bit of support on the day. The Scratch Cup (sponsored by Cork Builders Suppliers) went ahead on Saturday having been postponed from the previous week because of weather conditions. Numbers were down from the previous year but we were expecting that it being a Saturday game. The story of the day has to be our own Shane Murphy winning for the second year in a row. After the first round Shane was leading the field on -18 for the 36 holes Bryan Delaney was on -16, club treasurer Ger O Sullivan was leading the Inter section on -11 and 17 year old Ruairi Mehigan was leading the junior section. In the playoff Shane went on to finish on a remarkable -28 to win by 5 shots. Ger also held his nerve to win by one shot Poor old Ruairi did not maintain his form and faded down the field.

Winners Ger O Sullivan, Inter Shane Murphy, Sr chairman Weeshie Murphy and Brian O Flynn

This weekend is a huge occasion for Passage West GAA Club as we celebrate the 100 years of the Easter Rising. Our club are hosts to London Club Thomas Mc Curtains who are a very vibrant and successful football and hurling club in Goodmayes East London. The Club are bringing over three teams for the weekend, one Hurling , Football and one Ladies Football team, with well over 70 people traveling to Passage for the weekend. The club have laid on Irish traditional Music, Dancers, Music to suit all tastes after the games have been played on Saturday 23rd with games starting at 1pm, 2—30 pm and 4pm. Over the years the Passage Club has traveled to London to play games. The first being on Easter weekend 1962 to Dagenham when they were led by then Chairman Johnny Ryan, other trips were in 1971 and again in 1974. Indeed the 1962 trip was the first charter flight from the newly opened Cork Airport at the time. We are asking all Members and friends to come along to the Clubhouse on Saturday next to enjoy the celebrations. We welcome the Thomas Curtains Club and their many friends from all over Ireland on this great occasion for our club. Hopefully this will be the start of a great friendship between our clubs. Passage 1—09 St Nicholas 2—09 Passage just came up short against St Nicholas in the Under 21 B Football Championship played at Ballinlough on Monday Evening. When these two sides met at the same stage last year Passage just came out on top after a terrific struggle. This year was no different as passage dominated the open half with fast open football that had Nicks in all sorts of trouble. Scott Coughlan open the scoring with a quality point from play inside two minutes. Aaron O’Brien had Nicks level on seven minutes as Passage squandered two good scoring chances with wayward kicking. Passage on top in the middle began to get a grip on the game, Darragh Murphy hit over a free before he finished off a good movement to let the scores 1—2 to 1pt after 12 minutes. Kealan O’Flynn stretched the lead 5points on 14 minutes before Nicks hit back with a Daniel Barry free. Flynn again had a point, while Cian Power made a great run to raise the white flag with two minutes. Nicks finished with Daniel Barry and Aaron O’Brien both pointing to let Passage leading 1—5 to 4pts at the break. The second half was much closer affair with the Nicks midfield and backs closing down the Passage forwards with fast tackling and determination. Despite the impressive Scott Coughlan Collins opening the scoring with a pointed free, Nicks were getting on top around the middle and the half back line. Adam O’Donovan made it 1—6 to 5pts on 36 minutes, before a long high ball into the passage backline caught the defenders out and left Mark Dooley to bang the ball home to make it a one game on 41 minutes. Nicks leveled with a Liam Coughlan point a minute later. Passage hit back with a Thomas O’Neill point, Nicks leveled again through Coughlan and were ahead for the first time when Daniel Barry pointed on 51 minutes 1—7 to 1—8. Corner forward Aaron O’Brien stretched Nicks lead to two points on 22 minutes, before a great run by half back Adam Lynch saw him blast a ball to the net to give Nicks a 5 point lead.

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