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Ballinteer Issue 38: May / June 2009
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Contents About Style -
About Summer Camps.........24,25,26,27,28
Capsule Wardbrobe for the summer.........6
About Recipe -
About Local Theatre -
Sea Bass with Fennel & Tomatoes ...........30
Encore School of Performing Arts .............9
About Employment - Selling Yourself!.....32
About Local People -
About Local Events - Ballinteer Banter34,35
Timara Galassi, Voice Coach.....................10
About Wordsearch ....................................36
About Local Business -
About Computers -
Profile: Dillon Solicitors.............................12
Learning to Drive (ECDL)! .......................34
About Crossword -
About Local Entrepeneurs -
Gardening Theme! ....................................14
Ourweddingjourney.ie ..............................40
About Gardening -
Tarot-scopes for May by Mags.................44
Round The Garden in May.......................20
About Competition -
Highlighting -
Win a Hamper from Babyelephant.ie......45
Ballinteer Community School Opening ..22
Index...........................................................46
Welcome to the May / June issue of About Ballinteer Hurrah, we are into May, so that means Summer is on the horizon! To kick-start the Summer, Personal Stylist Janice Coyne has some great advice on creating the perfect Summer Capsule Wardrobe (pg 6). With only a few weeks to go the school holidays, we have a comprehensive listing of the Local Summer Camps (Pgs 24 - 28), which have something to suit all tastes for young children and teens alike. Lots of good news locally. The Dundrum Family Recreation Centre has opened ahead of schedule and what a fantastic facility it is for the community! If you haven’t already seen it, get down there. You are sure to be tempted into the beautiful pool, state-of-the-art gym or onto the new all-weather pitches. Staying with new buildings, the Ballinteer Community School opened its doors to its fantastic new facilities. Again, another wonderful facility for local children to enjoy for many years to come. In addition to our regular features, local businesswoman Yvonne Farrell of Peak Achievement has some great advice on How to Sell Yourself (pg 32), for those of you looking for employment. Staying with this theme, Paula Flanagan, local IT Trainer, gives an insight into the ECDL, an important computer skill to acquire if you are looking to enhance your employment prospects. Finally, please do support local businesses, by supporting the local people who advertise with About Ballinteer. Without them, this little independent FREE publication would cease to exist.
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ABOUT STYLE
Your Summer Capsule Wardrobe Did the recent spell of gorgeous weather set you off to look out last year’s summer clothing to check what would still fit and what was still in? With the Irish climate offering us four seasons in one day it can be difficult putting together clothes that are summery in appearance and yet handle this variety. I would like to suggest a working summer capsule wardrobe as this simplifies the matter of choosing what to wear everyday. What is a capsule wardrobe and how do you create one? A capsule is basically a collection of between seven and ten items that you can mix and match yielding several outfits. This can include for the summer, light weight trousers – perhaps in linen or cotton, a skirt or dress and shorts or cropped trousers. Look carefully at the existing clothes you have, you may well find that you are already choosing items with one colour being prevalent, perhaps white or cream or a paler shade of blue or brown. A good capsule would include either knitwear or a light coat or jacket that works with the colour-way on the bottom half. By mixing in a selection of tee-shirts or tops it should now be possible to create several outfit combinations from this basic collection. This everyday capsule can be adapted to suit your lifestyle or holiday requirements. If you are heading off to certain sunshine then your holiday capsule could include: swimwear with a kaftan or a beach cover-up, shorts and cropped trousers or light weight skirts and an easy to wear dress for evening or sightseeing. It is really simple to totally change the look of an outfit by wearing different footwear and accessories. The kaftan that can be slipped on over your swimwear can look completely different if teamed with strappy sandals or wedges and pretty jewellery. With baggage allowances being cut to the minimum it can be important to choose wisely when packing your bags. 6 | ABOUT BALLINTEER
by Janice Coyne, Style Consultant This basic guide can be used for all the family members and for any holiday destination. In order to get the greater number of outfits out of your capsule look carefully at the colours you are choosing, if you can match two or three tops to each bottom then the options increase. Add in flat comfortable sandals or shoes along with a dressier pair with a few well-chosen accessories and the options increase again. If this sounds too complicated, don’t worry, help is at hand. Creating capsule wardrobes and yielding outfits out of existing clothing is my speciality. My aim is to create outfits that work for you whatever the season, whatever your budget.
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Dundrum Family Recreation Centre - Final Update! Progress Note: The completion of the new swimming pool and ancillary facilities at Meadowbrook, scheduled to open to the public on April 20th, brings public swimming back to the local area, following the closure of the DFRC pool in 2004. The new 6-lane x 25-metre pool and toddlers’ pool is a state-of-the art facility. The new pool building has been integrated with the Squash Building. A new fully kitted gymnasium will enhance the dry facilities, which include 2 squash courts, aerobics & dance studio, two 5-a-side all-weather pitches, one tennis court and one multi-purpose court, together with changing facilities. The new Centre will be geared towards a pay-as-you-go basis and facilities are available for individual and group sessions, together with classes for adults and children. For enquiries, the Leisure Centre staff may be contacted on 298 4654.
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ENCORE! School of Performing Arts take to the Stage environment which promotes the growth of self confidence and allows the students develop their talents.
It is that time of year again where the many talented and enthusiastic young performers from Encore! School of Performing Arts take to the stage of The Mill Theatre, Dundrum (2nd – 9th May). The performers range from 4 to 18 and will delight audiences with their plays, songs and dances with familiar items such as “How do you solve a Problem like Maria” from “The Sound of Music” and that familiar dance number from the eighties “Fame”.
In all it has been another fantastic year at this long established school with over 600 performers from the classes in the four centres: Knocklyon, Taney Parish Centre, Sandyford Community Centre and The Mill Theatre itself. The year was sprinkled with fun events such as “Finger Puppet Poetry” “Dress Up Week”, “Encore’s Got Talent”, Poetry writing, Comedy Night: “The Sound of Music” meets “Fame” The annual shows in The Mill Theatre 2nd May – 9th May gives every participant in the Encore! classes a very positive experience. The school motto is well represented in every aspect of the show “Everyone is a star at Encore!” Now enrolling for September 2009. Tel: Emer 087-908 5677 or Caoimhe 087-908 5913 or see www.encorekids.ie
The very young will be taking audiences on a visit to Nursery Rhyme Land and the more seasoned young students entertaining everyone with their newly acquired “Southern American Accents “ not unlike that heard on “Walton Mountain” and dancing to the familiar tune of “Grandma’s Feather Bed”. These plays and songs are written by Emer O’Neill and Caoimhe Brennan, the principals and founders of the school, which makes the annual show unique as it maximises the talents of eaËch student giving every single child in every group a “speaking part”. This in turn allows every child to develop their talents in a non competitive environment. Encore! was established in 1998 in Knocklyon and since then has grown to service four centres. The two principals of the Encore! School are Caoimhe Brennan and Emer O’Neill both Secondary School and Primary School teachers respectively. They have developed a formula of work and play: the “Rainbow System” TM which allows the pupils of the school explore their creative talents at class while also taking part in a full scale theatrical production every year. The emphasis on participation of every individual in each class has resulted in a learning TO ADVERTISE TELEPHONE 49 9 3022
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ABOUT VOICE COACHING
One True Voice! – Local Voice Coach Timara Galassi Rathfarnham resident Timara Galassi has been a professional vocal coach, musician and speech coach for over twenty years. She has successfully developed and trained professionals and amateurs, using a unique and thought provoking approach.
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has noticed over the years that most people do not breathe properly.
But is voice coaching useful outside of the singing profession? “Absolutely! We use our voices every day and most people speak or sing from their mid chest area or throat, causing vocal tension and strain. As human beings, one of our gifts is that of communication and natural expression. You may be surprised at how many people have a limited ability in using their voice with ease.”
“Without breath we cannot live, so restricted breathing due to tension, nerves or poor confidence will have huge impact on the quality of your voice. Diaphragmatic breathing is the correct way to breathe. We have become conditioned over the years and get accustomed to bad habits and over time we lose the natural sound quality of our original voice.” “In this fast paced world, speaking and singing, have taken on new meaning. Most people will admit that singing or speaking in public would embarrass them or make them feel very uncomfortable and nervous. It is so important to express one-self effortlessly and naturally”. Timara explained Timara concluded “Working through music, self awareness and vocal technique can improve the quality of your voice dramatically. As the eyes are the windows of the soul, the voice is most certainly the sound.”
Timara’s coaching technique works for those who also wish to become fluent in public speaking. She
You can contact Timara on 087 239 7003 or email timara.galassi@gmail.com
According to Timara “you don’t have to be incredibly talented to sing well. Everyone can sing to some degree and with the approach I take, improvement can be recognised almost immediately. Not only is singing beneficial for easing stress, it is also a great therapy for gaining confidence and building self esteem.”
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The Ballinteer Male Voice Choir Represent Ireland in France! Following the first International Male Voice Choir, held in Ballinteer last April, the Ballinteer Male Voice Choir (BMVC) head to France this year. They will be representing Ireland in the Choral Festival being held in Chatte, south-east France, at the end of May. With a choir of 43 singers and 30 supporters – the BMVC and Ballinteer will be very well represented! Four other international male voice choirs will attend this year’s festival. Before they go, the defending champions will sing an afternoon programme in Castletown House in Celbridge, Co. Kildare on 3rd May. Following a successful performance in the National Concert Hall last February - a busy season will be quickly followed by another appearance in the NCH in September. The BMVC has already begun preliminary work on their 2nd International Festival, which is due to take place in Ballinteer in May 2010. All enquiries about the BMVC to 087-9153083 or visit their website at www.bmvc.ie
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ABOUT LOCAL BUSINESS
Dillon Solicitors On The Move! After sixteen years operating from the Main Street in Dundrum, Dillon Solicitors have moved to impressive new offices in the Nutgrove Office Park in Rathfarnham (behind where Homebase used to be). Commenting on the move, Brendan Dillon, who set up the firm 16 years ago, said “While it is sad to be leaving Dundrum, the move was necessary due to the expansion of the firm over the last few years and the need to offer our clients the best possible service. We were anxious to stay close to our client base and to hold onto the same contact numbers. We have much more space in Rathfarnham, our meeting facilities are much better and we have free parking for our clients.” Since acquiring the firm of Anne Colley & Co. (Anne Colley is still a Consultant with the firm) the firm has almost doubled in size. According to Brendan this has enabled the firm to offer a more efficient service as well as broadening the range of services offered to its substantial client base. “While we continue to offer the traditional services in the area of property sales and purchases, refinances, wills, probate and litigation, we have substantially increased our client base in three key areas – Family Law, Employment Law and Business Law”. In relation to Family Law, Brendan commented “The break-up of a marriage is traumatic and can be very difficult for both spouses and particularly the children. Virtually all of our Family Law work comes from referrals from existing clients, because they felt we understood their difficulties and worked hard for them to bring about a fair but workable outcome which allows both parents to move on and protects the children as much as possible.” Dillon Solicitors have also developed a strong reputation in the area of Employment Law. Brendan explained “Barbara Sherry heads up our Employment Law Section and advises employers
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by Fiona Tuomey and employees on all employment matters including Employment Audits for our employer clients, which involves a thorough health check on their employment contracts, policies and procedures.” In the area of Business Law Brendan commented that the firm’s main focus is on SMEs. “This is an area which we have developed, particularly over the last year. Pauline Horkan does most of the Business Law work and this includes advising business start ups (the firm has recently launched a Business Start Up package for only €499.00 plus Vat)”. For more information on how Dillons can help you can contact them on 296 0666 or email them at info@dillon.ie or log onto www.dillon.ie.
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Crossword - Garden Centre Theme
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ABOUT GARDENING
Round the Garden in May by Tom Percy
May is a frantic month in the garden. You may not need a list of what to do in the garden in May, because it is staring you in the face every time you walk through your garden. But here are some reminders of what you can do. Don’t panic. The season is just beginning. Everyone =Treat yourself to at least one great new plant before the best selection is gone =Water regularly, if it doesn’t rain =Water newly planted plants even if rain is predicted Flowers =Deadhead spring blooming bulbs, but let the foliage grow until it yellows, =Deadhead and begin replacing pansies and primroses as the blossoms fade.
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=Give everything a good feeding, to get things growing. Divide crowded perennials and make sure tall perennials are staked. Vegetables =Keep the perennial vegetables and berries weeded =Seed cool season vegetables and root crops after mid-month (beets, beans, cabbage, carrots,lettuce, onions, potatoes, radishes, turnips...) Flowers =Finish seeding annuals =Deadhead and begin replacing pansies and primroses as the blossoms fade =Summer bulbs can be planted =Plant new roses =Prune one-time blooming roses as they faded and feed.
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ABOUT LOCAL SCHOOLS
Highlighting –Special Concert to mark new Ballinteer School Building
A special concert held on March 19th to celebrate the opening of the newly refurbished Ballinteer Community School was attended by politicians, clergy and other local dignitaries. It was the first of a number of special events to mark the opening of the new school building. The line up included the school choir as well as past and present pupils and members of the Southside Music Centre, which rehearses in the school. The school choirmistress, musician/composer Mary Kelly, described the standard of the choir and the soloists as “exceptional”. (Five BCS pupils are currently members of the National Youth Orchestra.) Kelly, a prolific composer who conducted the Frascati Singers for seven years, has written a Mass specially for the official opening of the school, which will take place in October. The audience at last night’s concert enjoyed a sneak preview when they heard the choir sing the Gloria from her Mass of St Brigid. The new BCS building, which has been in use since last June, can cater for up to 600 pupils. It includes three science labs, two technology rooms, two resource rooms, home economics facilities, a sports hall 22 | ABOUT BALLINTEER
and gymnasium. Work on the grounds, including an all-weather GAA pitch, has yet to be completed. The original school buildings, which were erected in 1974, were demolished in the autumn. Staff and students are finally enjoying their new surroundings, which was first mooted in 1999. “This function gives members of the local community an opportunity to visit our new school,” said principal Austen Corcoran. “We are privileged to have such a building. I greatly appreciate the work of Mary Kelly and the school choir as well as the excellent work done by everyone here in the school.” Kelly says that participating in the choir not only helps the young people develop their ear for music, but also their confidence and self-esteem. During her time as conductor, she has also seen very good peer relationships develop between students of different ages. “The choir is very much an anchor in the school,” says Kelly, “And I see it becoming a reason for people to choose BCS.” For further info contact Austen Corcoran (principal) on 2988195 or Mary Kelly (conductor) on 085 730 4638.
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ABOUT SUMMER CAMPS
Summer Camps Calling all Campers! It coming up to the school holidays and that means that it’s Summer Camp time! Summer Camps are a terrific way for children to have fun, exercise and meet new friends during the school holidays. To help you choose the right Summer Camp for your child, we have highlighted a few who run excellent camps in this area. Don’t forget to book early as places are limited for all of these camps and courses!
Wonderland Workshops (3 to 13 years) Wonderland Workshops Performance Camps combine dance, drama and song with lots and lots of summer fun to create a completely unique camp experience. During the course of each week the budding performers create their own characters, write their own scripts, choreograph their own dances, compose their own music as well as designing their own costumes, sets and props! Campers of all ages discover and develop their often hidden talents, increase their selfconfidence and make lots of great new friends. The fun filled camp culminates in an all-singing, all-dancing showcase, on a real stage, in front of friends and family. Sarajane, the creative director of Wonderland Workshops and camp leader, believes in the valuable benefits of the mixed age shared learning experience so the camp is open to all stars in the making from 3-13 years. Tel: Sarajane Bloomer on 295 9619 or 087 925 6400 24 | ABOUT BALLINTEER
Wonderland Workshops
Summer Performance Camps Summer Performance Camps in Rathfarnham this July & Taney Parish Centre this August Explore the exciting world of theatre both centre stage and behind the scenes. Performers welcome from 3 to 12 years! Create your own characters. Choose your own music. Design your own costumes, sets and props. End of Summer Performance Camps Showcase! No experience necessary just enthusiasm! Don’t Delay, book your place today!
For more information call Sarajane on Phone/Fax 01 295 9619 Mobile 087 9256400 Email sarajane@wonderlandtheatre.com
Summer Camps Coláiste Naomh Eoin (8 to 18 years) Coláiste Naomh Eoin has established a proven record of effectively cultivating, encouraging and fostering all the worthwhile elements of our culture and language. The aim is to provide a comprehensive programme that enables students to achieve their maximum potential in speaking, writing and understanding the language irrespective of their current knowledge. Ever effort is made to ensure that students use whatever Irish they have in a normal, relaxed atmosphere to create a positive attitude to our language and culture. The award winning courses are made up of a dedicated and highly skilled team of professional Primary and Secondary School teachers, who have many years experience in designing, preparing and teaching effective Irish Language Courses to all levels. Students who have attended the
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Coláiste’s courses have significantly increased their Irish grades as well as acquiring an enthusiastic appreciation and liking for the language and culture. Come along and enjoy formal classes, sports, games, competitions, fun activities, ceol & céilí, arts and drama. For details and brochure contact 298 5287 after 4 pm.
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Summer Camps Craft Summer Camp (7 to 12 years)
Craft Summer Camp Grange Park, Rathfarnham
Established by local jewellery and card maker,
Activities include:
Bernadette Byrne , this camp gives girls a wonderful opportunity to try their hand at a range or different crafts which they may otherwise never get the chance to try otherwise. From chocolate making to glass etching, Jewellery, Candle and Soap Making, children have an opportunity to try a different craft on each day of the camp. By the end of the week, each girl will have a completed project which they can bring home and show with pride!
• Glass etching, • Chocolate Making • Sugar Castles • Dried flower pictures • Needlepoint and Embroidery • Kumihimo (Japanese braid) • Jewellery, Candle and Soap Making First week: July 6th - 10th Second week: July 13th
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Third week: July 20th - 24th Fourth week: July 27 - 31st.
Age Group 7 Ð 12 Years
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your child likes to get hands-on and wants to explore her creative side, this the camp for her! Telephone Bernadette Byrne on 495 7390
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Summer Camps Pine Forest Art Centre (5 to 16 years) The Pine Forest Art Centre, established for thirty years, is a unique art education centre for children and young adults. The Centre is situated high is the Dublin mountains surrounded by beautiful rural scenery of rolling fields, woods and streams. The Pine Forest Art Centre provide an opportunity for children and young people to have a happy and successful experience in creating and exploring art and craft while they are having fun. No special talent is required. Outdoor activities related to art and craft (weather permitting) allow the children to take advantage of the fresh air and natural environment. They work in age related groups and are fully supervised at all times. Telephone: 294 1220 or 087 123 8666
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grammatical structure and aiding in preparation for written examinations. Students who have attended the Courses have significantly increased their French grades as well as acquiring an enthusiastic appreciation and liking for the language. Telephone Bobby Holland on 298 5287 (after 4pm)
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The ‘learning through fun’ Summer Camp has been so successful over the past years, that it returns to Terenure College this year and will from Monday 6th July to 24th July. As the camp is in Terenure College, it has access to all of the College’s facilities, including the extensive grounds, playing fields, swimming pool and gymnasium. Children also have access to the College’s state-of-the-art computer room for educational games. There is a huge range of indoor and outdoor activities to suit including arts & crafts; speech & drama; sports; developing literacy and numeracy through fun as well as baking; face painting; fancy dress and water gun skirmishes! Children return again and again to the camp, which is testament to the enjoyment they have experienced. Tel: Grainne Keating on 086 245 3328 or 493 6031 28 | ABOUT BALLINTEER
Templeogue College Multi-Activity Summer Camp (3 - 12 years) Eithnne Duffin is again running her popular Multi-Activity based Summer Camp in Templeogue College, Templeville Road, Dublin 6W. The Camp aims is to provide opportunities for children to have fun, socialise and make new friends and to learn new skills, increase confidence and to participate in a wide variety of activities. Activities including: Beach Excursion, Swimming, Cooking, Arts & Crafts, Rounder’s, Uni-Hoc, Drama Games, Singing and Musical Movement, Table Tennis, Volleyball and Traditional Games. Children are divided into groups according to age and ability. Experienced teachers, both Montessori & Primary, operate the Camp to the highest safety standards. Tel: Eithnne Duffin: 458 9634 or 087 222 3088. www.aboutmagazines.ie
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Sea Bass with Slow Cooked Fennel and Tomatoes Fennel and tomatoes are gently served with wine, herbs and garlic and then topped with pan-fried sea bass. A tasty combination of classic Mediterranean ingredients. Ingredients: For the sea bass: 4x170g/6oz fillets of sea bass, skin on 1 tbsp olive oil salt and freshly ground black pepper For the slow cooked fennel and tomatoes: 4 fennel bulbs, tough outside leaves removed 175ml/6fl oz extra virgin olive oil 400g can of chopped tomatoes 1 head of garlic, split into cloves and peeled 150ml/5fl oz boiling water 120ml/4fl oz dry white wine 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano leaves 24 black olives, stoned and halved 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 12 basil leaves
Method 1. Preheat the oven to 170C/325F/Gas 3. 2. Slash the skin of the sea bass fillets and place in the fridge. 3. Cut the fennel lengthways into quarters. Heat the olive oil in a heavy-based ovenproof pan and add the fennel. Cook the fennel over a medium heat, turning frequently, for 20 minutes or until starting to brown. 4. Add the tomatoes, garlic, boiling water, wine, oregano and some black pepper. Bring to the boil, cover and cook in the oven for 1½ hours. 5. Remove the pan from the oven and add the olives, balsamic vinegar and basil leaves. Place on a low heat, season and simmer gently. 6. Take the sea bass from the fridge, rub the surface with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Heat a large frying pan. Add the sea bass fillets, skin side down and cook for 3-4 minutes until the skin is crisp. Turn the fillets over and cook for a further minute or until the fish is just cooked through. 7. Place a spoonful of the fennel and tomatoes into the centre of each plate and top each with a piece of sea bass. 30 | ABOUT BALLINTEER
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ABOUT LOCAL BUSINESS
Selling Yourself To Your Full Potential Will your CV get you an interview? Are you confident with your interview skills? • Have you been made redundant and need to update your CV? • Do you need to design a CV from scratch? • Does the thought of attending an interview terrify you? • Would you like to develop confidence at interviews? - then read on!
Why is a CV important? Never underestimate the importance of your CV. In this current economic climate it is vital that you sell yourself to your full potential. Recruiters are facing huge increases in the volume of candidates, and on average they take less than 2 minutes to initially scan your CV. It is critical that your CV stands out from the crowd. So, if you are suitable for the job, then make sure they don’t reject your CV because your experience and ability is not clearly explained, or the layout of the CV is hard to follow. Remember KISS. Keep it short and simple. Concise and factual is key!
The Interview Remember this is your one chance to promote yourself and elaborate on your CV. Interviews have become more competency-based; meaning that the focus is on questions where you need to provide the details of your experience and achievements, and evidence of actions taken and results achieved.
In the Case of Redundancy One of the key criteria to receiving the Jobseeker's Allowance is that you must be available for, and genuinely seeking, work. You may be asked to show evidence that you are actively seeking work. For example, letters showing job applications or failure to get a job. Attending a 1:1 coaching session or a training programme where you update your CV and develop your interviewing skills, shows that you are making an effort and preparing yourself for the job market.
by Yvonne Farrell, Peak Achievement Ltd. “I called a temp agency looking for work and they asked me if I had any phone skills. I said, ‘I called you, didn’t I?’ – Zach Galifianakis If you would like to develop your CV and increase confidence at the interview stage by: - producing a coherent and impactful CV - understanding and preparing yourself for the interview process - preparing for questions; particularly competency-based questions - preparing interview presentations - knowing how to develop rapport with your interviewer then contact me, Yvonne Farrell, on 086 816 2501 or email: yvonne@peakachievement.ie Yvonne is a local business professional and Managing Director of Peak Achievement Ltd. www.peakachievement.ie She provides cost effective 1:1 coaching and group training sessions in CV design and Interviewing Skills.
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10th May - Family Fun Raceday at Leopardstown The Family Day at Leopardstown offered suburb value and alternative day out for families with entertainment and activities to suit all levels and interests. Admission to the event including all the activities cost just €15 for Adults and Children under 14 were free. See www.leopardstown.com for more details
Dundrum Library Events Tel: 298 5000 'Buying a Computer' talk on the 8th May, 2pm tp 4pm, Booking Essential. 'Flower Arranging' with Jacqui Mathews, on the 14th May from 10.30 am to 12 pm. Booking essential
Ballinteer Active Retirement We meet each Wednesday in Ballinteer St. John's GAA Pavilion from 10.30 am to 12.30 pm. We organise talks, activities and outings. We had a great 3 night Spring Break in Sligo at the end of March. In May we will be going to Barcelona area for a week. New members, aged 55+, are very welcome. Just come along to meet us.
Social Group South Dublin social group for unattached adults seeks additional members. Ballinteer based. Activities include:- Disco, Live music, Dining out, Cinema, Bowling, Weekends away. Contact Deirdre 086 369 8931 or Steve 086 887 3644
AIRFIELD EVENTS Airfield, Upper Kilmacud Road, Dundrum, Dublin 14.Tickets: (01) 2984301/booking@airfield.ie www.airfield.ie
Marlay Guild ICA The ladies of Marlay ICA were delighted to welcome Helen Dillon at our Guild Night when she entertained us with stories and pictures of her garden in Ranelagh. She also judged our Easter flower arrangements, and here is a picture of some of the colourful entries. We are looking forward to our International Night featuring El Salvador and also our outing to the Battle of the Boyne site. If you would like to join our Guild please contact us on 087 9532352. 34 | ABOUT BALLINTEER
CHILDREN AT AIRFIELD Green Fingers, Airfield’s Young Gardeners’ Club (8-12 yrs) Sat Mornings 10am-12 noon 6th May; 13th June €15 per session. Working with Airfield’s Head Gardener Emer.
Green Wellies, Airfield’s Young Farmers’ Club (11-14 yrs) Sat mornings 10am- 12 noon 23rd May; 20th June €15 per session.
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Celebrate with us at the Ceili Mor, games on the farm, nature trail, and May Bush decoration and tales
May 24th National Drawing Day Join our drawing activities inspired by nature at Airfield, and create your own post card to contribute to our giant group drawing.
May 31st Woolapolooza A sheep shearing extravaganzaa display of all things woolly and wonderful. Watch the sheep being shorn, and see carding spinning and dyeing of wool on the farm.
AIRFIELD CONCERTS The Mill Gallery : 296 9340 May 2nd—June 4th, 2009. Open Mon- Sat 10am-6pm “HORSE” by artist John Murray In these paintings and drawings John Murray looks at our age-old relationship with the horse as played out in the ritual of the race meeting. http://10to12artists.blogspot.com/2009/0 2/john-murray.html
Blithe Spirit
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Focus Theatre Week
Tues 19th – Sat 23rd May - €5 A new comedy set in Belfast student-land of the early 1970’s.
The Father by August Strindberg
Wednesday 20th May 8pm €5 The paternity of a child comes under the spot-light in this classic play by one of the great masters of European drama
Workshop for Older People
Thursday 21st May 2pm – 4.30pm €10 Ever wanted to act? Join us for this introduction designed to encourage the imagination, spontaneity and interaction.
An Absence of Snow
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Thursday 21st May 8pm €5 In rural Ireland a young woman holds a terrible secret that has devastating consequences for her and the rest of the community.
East of the Sun, West of the Moon by Joe Ducke
Friday 22nd May 6pm €5 A new play that sheds light on W.B. Yeats relationship with Lady Gregory and his great love Maud Gonne.
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Francis and Frances
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ECDL - Are You Fit to Drive? by Paula Flanagan, IT Trainer
As I sit here typing on my keyboard, I realise that I am as comfortable holding a computer mouse as I am holding a pen. That wasn't always the case, though. I did not reach that level of comfort around computers until many years after being exposed to them a little at work and then later in the classroom. Computers have come a long way since I took my first class and, I guess, so have I. In most places of business today, a computer is standard. If you are looking for employment, there is a good chance a computer will be a basic tool you will have to use. Being computer literate will help you get a job and it will help you advance in your career. Computer literacy does not mean you need to know how to use every single piece of software you may encounter. You just need to know some basics — how to save and open a file, how to use a word processing programme, and how to send and receive email — for starters. Basic computer courses are offered by most continuing education programmes. They are usually reasonably priced and conveniently scheduled. These courses can usually be found in your local community school and library on evenings and weekends. For those of you who may want a piece of paper to certify that you are computer literate, there is the ECDL. The European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) is the world’s most successful IT skills certification programme. Almost three million people are participating in the programme today in over 60 countries world-wide. It is a certificate that verifies competence in computer use, making the holder readily mobile within Ireland and internationally. Employers and job seekers all 38 | ABOUT BALLINTEER
agree on the importance of this standard definition of practical competence in Information Technology. Perhaps you have tried a class before and it just didn’t suit you?One-to-one training might suit you better, in your own home, on your own computer and at your own pace. I train one-to-one, starting with absolute beginners, right up to ECDL. If you want to learn how to ‘drive’ the computer i.e. surf the net, send e-mails, do your banking or tax your car online, or if you need that piece of paper to help you in your career, I can work with you. You can contact me on 4943557 or 086 8961721, or you can email me at info@paulaflanagan.com. My website is www.paulaflanagan.com, and the initial consultation is free!
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Ireland’s First Personalised Wedding Website by Fiona Tuomey to stay and what to do while they are in town. OWJ is ideal for couples having destination weddings.”
Coming into the Summer months, weddings are very much in the air. So, what an opportune time to speak with two local entrepeneurs, Richard Masterson and Paul Armstrong, the founders of the www.ourweddingjourney.ie - personalised wedding websites. These days, the average person spends several hours a day sitting at a computer. Staying in touch and communicating has never been easier, with the phenomena of Bebo and Facebook leading the way. It was only a matter of time before this easy communication via personal websites, came to the world of weddings.
But what about the privacy on the site for financial planning etc? Paul told me “Part of your OWJ site is for the couple’s eyes only, where you can work on the behind the scenes part of your wedding. From expense trackers, appointment diaries, guest managers, seating plan organisers, email reminders, checklists etc.” Richard and Paul have thought of everything a couple could possibly need for their event. The sites are easy to navigate and more importantly, low cost! You can log onto www.ourweddingjourney.ie and get a 14 day Free Trial. Then, for just €99 you will have your own site setup, with a choice of site templates, where you can upload your information and edit as much as you want. What’s also useful is that your subscription will last up to and including three months after your actual wedding date - great to the post-wedding photo exchange! www.ourweddingjourney.ie
This is where Richard Masterson from Dundrum and Paul Armstrong from Ballinteer, have come onto the wedding scene, changing wedding planning as we know it. After going through the planning process with their own weddings, Richard and Paul saw the huge need to have a place where all wedding arrangements could be made; a place for guests to get information and for couples to keep track of wedding plans and expenses. . Launched in January ‘09, www.ourweddingjourney.ie is Ireland’s first personalised wedding website company. OWJ is a place where couples can create a beautiful website in order to showcase their wedding and give information to all their guests. Couples have complete control over their own site; can upload pictures, news, music and have a forum to talk to guests. It is essentially the Facebook or Bebo for weddings! Richard explained “OWJ gives your guests a place to get all the information they need for attending your wedding. They can RSVP, find directions, get phone numbers, contact you, find out about your gift list and read all about you as a couple.” “Having a website is especially important for the guests travelling to your wedding. Your web site can give them all the information about where 40 | ABOUT BALLINTEER
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Wish upon a star Aries and you may just get what you ask for. You are about to come into your personal harvest time, where you begin to reap the rewards of your own efforts. Life and love is looking a whole lot brighter, but you are required to show a little more enthusiasm and positivity to a loved one.
You have nothing to hide, but cards advise that you keep mum about your personal life until people are ready to hear. Plans that you have put on hold regarding a house are now set to go ahead. This is a new life where you are controlling the reins. Cards seriously advise that you re-think a budgeting strategy.
TAURUS
SCORPIO
Love is hugely prominent in this spread and as you go about your daily tasks, the universe is busily unfolding your destiny. A serious look at the project you have put on the back burner for the past while is calling for attention now. Your talent for the arts may well be your best earner yet, if you can get to it.
The super health you wish for yourself begins with an idea, but you must follow through with the programme. You will be surprised at who you meet on a walk where trees and greenery are abundant. Romance perhaps? Just think of the changes you are in the process of making are indeed an evolutionary progression.
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SAGITTARIUS
You are and always have been the king, or queen of your own life and destiny. Action is needed now if you wish to see your ambition come to fruition. Be good to yourself and do the course which will lead to a certificate. Angels guide you when you ask, into the next phase of life and a love which will last.
The lovers card denotes that you will be the eventual winner in anything you decide to take on, provided that you are ethically correct in your undertakings. Love is very well featured in this spread and you can rest assured that when you make a decision to settle in a relationship, it will be the best choice for you.
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Legal dealings for the Cancerian. It is vitally important for you to get all paperwork into pristine condition. Promotion is on offer if you wish to go for it. Extra cash comes in handy for your new home. Avoid looking to the earth for all the answers to life’s little dilemmas, rather, look to the heavens for some.
Do not allow money worries stress you at this time, rather, take out the pen and paper and develop a working strategy. That special relationship you thought was gone for good is now on the rebirth level. A cash prize can have your name on it if you put in the necessary effort. A gift is on its way to you.
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AQUARIUS
Do not allow yourself get tired before the task is complete. A sense of satisfaction leads you to open more doors into the corporate world, whether this be a better position, or, a start your own business plan. Praying for what you want in life while keeping your business to yourself is the key to success.
A talented child makes you very proud and as celebrations abound, you see great potential for the foreseeable future. A christening, a wedding and an extra workload take up so much of your time over the next few weeks.. The answer is quite simple: make a list and stick to it. overdue love is wending its way to you now.
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PISCES
For those who are embarking on a second romance, kill the fear which causes blocks and do not be afraid to go for it. This time all will work out to your satisfaction. Doing the extra work will allay the cost of the amount of travelling you plan to do next year. You say yes to two wedding invitations and a christening.
The next few weeks sees you looking wistfully back to the past. You cannot change the past, but you sure can make corrections. All has been a learning experience and as the future unfolds, you realise that the lessons learnt are invaluable to you not repeating mistakes. Love is so comfortable and sweet for you now.
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Individualised Care Planning. High staff to patient ratio. 24 hour nursing and medical care teams. House Doctor and Doctor on-call service. Nutritionist, Physiotherapist, Chiropodist. Choice of complementary therapies.
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