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Sunday 15th
April 2018
Megaphone diplomacy run amok………………….
I don’t know about you but it gives me the collywobbles when I
hear the President of the most powerful nation on earth using
Twitter to issue dire warnings and threats. The situation is further
complicated by the involvement of Russia and Iran as backers of
Assad’s Syrian regime. The whole scenario takes us back to the
height of the cold war when the prospect of a nuclear conflict
seemed all too real. Back then we frequently prayed in our Sunday
prayer of the faithful that the world would be spared the horror of a
nuclear holocaust in which there would be no winners.
With Putin in Russia set for life as a modern-day Tsar, a volatile Iran with no love for the west and a
Syrian regime that is hell bent on wrestling back control of Syria at any cost, the result is a dangerous
and volatile cocktail that could herald unthinkable catastrophe on the planet.
Does Donald Trump really think it appropriate in his unique position, to trade threats and insults on
social media platforms? While the man may well have
excelled in the world of corporate business in the US it is
patently clear that he has no experience in the political
arena and his unstable hand on the levers of power are
surely cause for all our concern.
Without doubt the Assad’s of this world need reining in,
the unconscionable use of chemical weapons is utterly
reprehensible in the mind of every right-thinking person,
and a response is called for, but on Twitter? If a nuclear
conflict were to erupt it would be a war like the world has
never seen before, fought not on the battlefield but from
concrete clad bunkers deep in the earth with computers
controlling the missiles. It’s a scenario too horrible to
contemplate.
So, it’s back to prayer. We do need to pray each and every
day that conflict can be defused and reason and diplomacy
prevail. What a sad reality that in a world of such
abundance, people starve and suffer, while billions are
spent on weapons of destruction. Have mercy on us O
Lord, for we have sinned against you.
Fr. Philip Curran
Citizens Information Centre Ballyowen Castle Community Centre, Lucan
Ph. 0761 07 5090, Fax. 01 6217930
Email [email protected]
www.citizensinformation.ie
Opening hours: Monday to Friday
10 am to 1 pm and 2pm to 4 pm each day,
convenience, please arrive before 12.30 p.m. in
the morning, and before 3.45pm in the afternoon,
as we close promptly.
Citizens Information Phone Service (CIPS)
0761 07 4000 – opening hours 9 am to 8 pm
Monday to Friday.
MABS (Money Advice and Budgeting Service)
helpline and MABS mortgage arrears helpline are
both on the same number 0761 07 2000.
Our services are free and confidential.
Free Legal Advice Clinic (FLAC) on Thursday
nights from 7 pm to 8.30 pm. FLAC telephone
and referral line 1890 350250. Please note that
FLAC provides Free Legal Advice and not Free
Legal Aid.
How do I report illegal dumping? If a local authority can establish who owns
material that has been illegally dumped, the
owner has a case to answer, even if they haven’t
been caught in the act of dumping. In addition,
local authorities can require a householder or
business operator to indicate how and where they
are disposing of their waste. This can be relevant
if the person does not use a refuse collection
service or bring their waste to an authorised
disposal facility.
Presently, the on-the-spot fine for littering under
the Litter Pollution Act 1997, (as amended) is
€150. If the matter is brought to the District Court
and the offender is found guilty, the maximum
fine can be up to €3,000.
If you are aware of illegal dumping, litter or
pollution incidents, you can report it to your local
authority, so that it can investigate and take any
necessary enforcement action. To report illegal
dumping you can contact South Dublin County
Council by email at: [email protected] or by
phone at 01-4149000. Alternatively, you can
report it to the 24-hour lo-call National
Environmental Complaints Line at: 1850 365 121.
Details of the complaint
will be passed to the local
authority, the Garda
Síochána or the
Environmental Protection
Agency, as appropriate.
Lucan Drama Spring Production Intensive rehearsals are taking
place in the Spa Hotel as
director and cast delve into the
depths of John B. Keane’s
classic play ‘BIG MAGGIE’.
This is a play rich with the
ideas and values of rural society with issues such
as inheritance, land and money strongly to the
fore.
The play will be staged in the Spa Hotel from
Tuesday 22nd
of May to Friday 25th
May. Tickets
are available at the door and can only be booked
in advance for the dinner and theatre offer which
is great value at €25.
Many thanks once again to Mr. Frank Colgan and
his staff for their unstinting support of Lucan
Drama providing both rehearsal space and a
theatre for our shows.
Congratulations to Eileen and Fran who were
married on the 7th
April. We wish them many
years of wedded bliss. Eileen is a loyal and
stalwart member of Lucan Drama.
Reminder Dates for Your Diary Tuesday 22nd
May To Friday 25th
May for Big Maggie
For further information on Lucan Drama phone
Sheila 0872547725 or Niall 0872578557
e-mail [email protected].
Find us on Facebook
Good as New Clothes Sale April 14th
in the Canon Despard Centre (formerly St Andrew’s N. S, top Chapel Hill)
from 10.30am to 1pm
in aid of
The Alice Leahy Trust for the Homeless
The Canon Despard
Centre will be open
on Thursday 12th
and Friday 13th
evenings from
7.30pm to 9pm.
We would ask for only
clothes and shoes, no
household items.
Please contact:
Mandy Erskine (087 7820510)
"Lucan Live" is
broadcast every day at
3pm and repeated at
10pm each night. If you
have a personal story
you would like to share or a topic you would like
to raise on the programme, please email
[email protected] or call 6219425.
On Wednesday's "Lucan Live" Brendan Hackett
spoke with Mary O' Neill from the Citizen's
Information Centre about qualifying for a medical
card and to former County Councillor, Eamon
Tuffy about the big issues in South Dublin
County Council.
All programmes are available as podcasts on our
website.
Next Friday the 20th of April, Liffey Sound will
be broadcasting live from the Credit Union in
Finnstown at 3 o clock to celebrate their 50th
anniversary.
www.liffeysoundfm.ie or catch up on Facebook
Liffey Sound 96.4FM- Lucan's Community radio
station!
Lucan ICA Tuesday 10.00 – 12.30: Crafts
as usual in Room 4 Parish
Centre.
Wednesday night at 8pm:
Social Night with various
games in the Coffee Dock. Hopefully there will
be a large attendance.
Our members attending An Grianán Craft Week
will be back and showing all the new crafts
learned!
There is a long
standing agreement
with political parties
and independent
politicians that Lucan Village is kept poster free
during elections and referenda. We are very
anxious that this will apply to the upcoming
referendum on the eighth amendment.
It’s very important for Lucan Tidy Towns that
there are no posters and tie wraps on view when
the national adjudication of the Tidy Towns
competition comes around in June or July.
So we are appealing to the parties and
independents to keep Lucan Village poster free.
There is also the possibility that non political
groups may decide to put up posters. We want to
appeal to these groups to observe the no poster
agreement also.
We would like the poster free zone to include the
whole area inside the four welcome stones at the
principal road entrances to the Village as this is
where our Tidy Towns group operates. If any
group needs further information on the area in
question they can contact us
Kevin O'Loughlin
Lucan Lions Club Fundraising Table Quiz
In aid of
Irish Down Syndrome
Sporting Organisation
In support of Team Ireland
and Lucan team members
Maeve Phillips and Eoin Tully
Competing in the
World DS Swimming Championships in
Truro, Nova Scotia in July 2018
Quiz Kenny’s Lounge
Thursday 26 April 2018 at 8.30 pm
Team of 4 - €40
Quizmaster: Mattie McCabe
Hope to see great support for our local
DS swimmers and Team Ireland.
Enquiries or donations to:
Mattie McCabe 087 9006999
Email: [email protected]
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Parish Notes
St Mary’s, Lucan www.lucanparish.com
Christian Meditation: We meet each Tuesday at
8pm in The Bungalow. Everyone welcome. Sr.
Geraldine, 6217158
Bethany Group: Bethany Group is available to
listen to or just be there for anyone who is feeling
lonely or lost following the death of a loved one.
We meet on the 2nd
Monday of each month from
10.30am-11.30am, also on the 4th
Thursday of
each month from 8pm - 9pm. Parish Centre –
6217041
Legion of Mary: We meet in Room 2 in the
Parish Centre every Wednesday at 6.30pm. We
are much involved in home visits and nursing
homes. With extra help we could a wider range
of work in the parish.
Come and join us, you will not regret it.
More info: Peter 01 6241105/ Brigid 01 6281686
Parish Ministry: It is an important part of our
ministry to support people in times of sickness
and bereavement. We would greatly appreciate it,
if you would let us know if someone in your
family is ill or admitted to hospital. Ph. 6217041
weekdays between 9.30am and 2pm. (except
Thursday).
St Mary's Folk Group
Our next Mass takes place this
Sunday 12.15pm.
Please come along and join in the singing.
St. Patrick’s Esker/Dodsboro/Adamstown www.stpatrickslucan.ie
A Promise of Hope " Cake sale thanks.. "A Promise of Hope"
Supporting Fr Kidus in
Ethiopia. We wish to thank
sincerely everyone who supported our cake sale
in St Patrick`s Church last weekend. We made the
sum of €647.55. This will be of great benefit to
Fr. Kidus in his ministry.
A special word of thanks to Anne and Rosaleen.
Bethany Bereavement Support Group
This is a voluntary parish based ministry which
aims to help and support those who have suffered
a loss through bereavement or otherwise.
Grieving is a natural process which can be helped
by someone listening with empathy and
understanding. We meet on the third Wednesday
of each Month from 8pm to 9pm in the Pastoral
Centre, St. Patrick’s Church. This is a free,
confidential service and is available to everyone
in Lucan and the outlying areas.
We can be contacted through the Parish office:
Tel: (01) 628 1018 or 089 2507213, or
Email: [email protected]
Parish of Divine Mercy, Lucan South www.lucansouthparish.net
Dublin Diocesan Pilgrimage
to Knock
Saturday 21st April
There are still a few seats available.
Coach will leave St Mary's at 7.45am
Stop for tea/coffee on route
Depart Knock approximately 5pm
following Main Mass in the Basilica at
3pm celebrated by the Archbishop
Dinner in the Longford Arms on way
home
Cost €40 includes coach and dinner
Special Mass - Saturday 14th
April
10am:
Special Holy Mass for the Protection
of The Eight Amendment
Everyone is invited to come to this Holy
Mass to implore Gods protection of The
Eight Amendment
All Welcome
Those already booked, please pay €40
by Wednesday 18th
April in the
Parish Office or the Sacristy.
St. Vincent de Paul - Church collection at
all Masses THIS Sat./Sun. 14th
/15th
April.
Many thanks for your generosity.
Esker Active Retirement Association Hi all. Well since I last put pen to paper, we had
a great four day trip to Ennistymon, Co Clare
where we were very lucky with the weather. We
had our first day trip to the Cliffs of Moher and
the sun shone so we really got to appreciate all the
beautiful scenery it had to offer. We stayed in the
Falls Hotel and we were very well looked after.
The food was excellent as were the rooms and the
service. We had some really good groups singing
each night in the lounge and as usual our lively lot
hit the dance floor very quickly after dinner and
danced and sang the night away – every night!!!
We had our resident “Pretty Woman” with us who
had us laughing till our faces hurt. Marie, Helen,
Catherine and Joy gave us some really good
entertainment indeed. To our group organiser
Hilda, we want to say well done, we all
thoroughly enjoyed the trip.
We’ve had a few weeks break and were back
today (Wed) at our club with a big crowd rearing
to go. Stephen our football coach put us through
our paces in the warm-up followed by walking
football where Mary scored a hat trick today!!
Wasn’t happy – she was on our opposing team –
we got slaughtered this week. Need more
practice guys! We followed this with indoor
bowls, scrabble and whist. Some great craic and
great to catch-up with everyone again.
Anyone who has not renewed their Membership
in our Club needs to do so very soon or your
name will be taken off our Members List. Fee is
€20 for the year and weekly fee of €3 when you
attend our club each week.
Anyone wanting to join, just come to the club on
a Wednesday at 1:30pm, St Andrew’s Church
Hall in Main St., Lucan or call me on the number
below.
Marian Egan (Club Secretary) 086 1269 043
Pilgrimages Medjugorje 2018:
May 7th
to 16th
€625 pps.
Contact Pat and Phil 087 2238911
Medjugorje Irish Centre Pilgrimages 2018:
7 nights B&B and Airport Shuttle service from
€279 per person. Book any flight - any time and
we provide guaranteed airport shuttle service.
Call us for further info and book the dates that
suit you. Tel. 01 443 4510 or
email [email protected].
Have your say €300K Project The Have your say €300K project is progressing
well with The Christmas lights for Lucan been
delivered in December of last year.
The proposed planting of native apples in Lucan
has commenced. Apples were planted By the
pupils from as Scoil Aine Naofa in Vesey Park ,
and 70 James Grieve apple trees were planted this
week in a proposed “community orchid” in the
Lucan Demesne.
More apples trees are to be planted in Willsbrook
Pk, Vesey Pk, and Watertown Pk.
The proposal for free Library books in public
places is underway with books delivered to the
institute of further education, Palmerstown
Community Centre, and Ballyowen Community
Centre.
On the way is the new playground in Waterstown
Pk, Palmerstown and a Multi games Wall in
Lucan.
The restoration of King Johns Bridge in Griffeen
Pk has had a “mortar analysis” undertaken. The
council say further investigation will be required
into Deep roots which have penetrated the bridge
structure.
Fingal County Council has commenced a
feasibility study into the restoration of the silver
bridge over the strawberry beds linking
Palmerstown to Farmleigh House in the Phoenix
Park,
Re the final project “Access to the church and
graveyard at Mill lane Palmerstown” A meeting
between Area Road engineers and the Councils
Architectural Conservation officers is been
arranged to clarify the ownership of the site.
Brendan Wright
Mother and Toddler Group
Meeting in St Mary’s Parish Centre
Thursdays from 10.30 to 12 noon
Dads, Grans, Grandads,
Minders are all welcome.
Contact Yvonne 087 6361473
Anniversaries
FINN (DEREK)
39th Anniversary – 14th April In loving memory of a dear son and brother
Derek. Also remembering Declan, Victor and
David. When you’re walking down the street
And you’ve got me on your mind
I’m walking in your footsteps
Only half a step behind
And when you feel that gentle breeze
Or the wind upon your face
That’s me giving you a great big hug
Or just a soft embrace.
Always loved and never forgotten by Dad,
Angela, Edward, Les, Ken and all the family xx
KANE (DECLAN)
39th Anniversary – 14th April In loving memory of our son Declan. Also his
friends Victor, Derek and David.
We think about you always
We talk about you too
We have so many memories
But we wish we still had you.
Never forgotten by his Dad, Mam, sisters Susan
and Aideen, nephews, nieces and brothers-in-law
Glen of Immal Anniversary Mass 11am
Sunday 15th
April.
MILLS (VICTOR)
39th Anniversary – 14th April May the wind of Heaven blow softly
And whisper in your ear
How much we love and miss you
And wish that you were here.
Sadly missed by Ann, Michael, Leanne,
Tracy and Stephen, David and Neville
Birthday Remembrance
LALLY (JOHN)
12th April Today is your birthday in Heaven above
My blessings I send on the wings of a dove
Not just for today but everyday hereof
I think of you always with all of my love.
“Happy Birthday Dad”.
Always loved, greatly missed from Alison, Andy,
Ruth, Alisha and Caden xxxx
Birthday Remembrance
DAGGER (MARIE JANE)
41st Birthday - 12th April Birthday remembrance of our daughter.
If tears could wash away our pain
We would not feel such hurt again
The heartbreak felt since you've been gone
We wouldn't wish on anyone
But, today is your birthday
So we will have to be brave
And accept that God has taken
What first He gave.
Happy 41st birthday, Marie.
Love always Mam and Dad
DAGGER (MARIE JANE)
41st Birthday - 12th April Birthday remembrance of our dear sister and
niece.
Thinking of you on your birthday
With sadness in our hearts
For a very special someone
From whom we had to part.
You will never be forgotten. Love you always.
Your sister Debbie and brothers Eric and John,
brother-in-law, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces,
aunts and uncles
The Alzheimer Society of
Ireland invites you to our Social Club in
St. Mary's Parish Centre, Lucan
Wednesday mornings 10.30am-12.30pm
Our Social Club is a place where a person with
Dementia can come with a family member/carer
to enjoy a cup of Tea/Coffee and biscuits over an
informal friendly chat.
The Society has been running these Social Clubs
for many years now and they are proven to be of
huge value to both Client and Carer.
Come along and see for yourself...... Meet
others in similar situations to you, get advice from
experienced staff and relax in a friendly, safe
welcoming surrounding.
For any further information contact:
Adrienne McAvinue.... Office....
01 862 5706 Ext 2. Mobile.... 086 838 1215
No end to the April
Showers yet! We heard that
the ducks were swimming on
Lucan Sarsfields juvenile
pitch on Monday night last.....
Great to hear that sales of
Maria Murphy’s ‘A Parish
Journey’ are going so well – get your copy soon
– when they’re gone, they’re gone!
Green Bin Pay! With this charge on the horizon
or already in operation with some companies,
householders should be looking at uninvited mail
being delivered to their doors – as well as the
numerous paving / window / roofing / gardening
etc business, politicians are not shy when it comes
to dropping in glossy newsletters etc.
Wonder what would happen if all these were
‘returned to sender’! Food for thought!
Wildlife in Lucan - For Eco Week '18
@Irishwildlife will be running a series of library
talks and parkland walks in South County Dublin
to explore the wildlife around us. Max 30 people
per event. The local event will take place on Mon
23rd April at 10am in Griffeen Park, Lucan.
Local Artist, Eoghan McGrath has an exciting
exhibition Elisions running in the Molesworth
Gallery until May 1st 2018.
Trusion above – do call in and have a look at the
many colourful works.
“Support your local Orchestra” www.CelbridgeConcertOrchestra.com
Celbridge
Concert
Orchestra In Concert
Sunday 29th April 2018 4pm
The Lucan Spa Hotel
For Ticket Sales Contact:
Margaret 087 6175970
Helen 086 1075084
Adults €10, Concessions €5
Children under 12 Free
Limited number of tickets available
on the door
The Songs & Poems of Percy French
with
The Percy French Troubadours & Guests Friday 20 April 2018
In aid of
“Save Palmerstown Parish Centre”
Venue:
Assembly Hall, St. Lorcan’s BNS.
Tickets: €15 (incl programme), at 8pm
On Sale: Manor Hair Studio in Manor
Rd, Palmerstown, Palmerstown Parish
Centre, and St. Philomena’s Sacristy
Ballydowd Grove Residents Association
Reminder
Our AGM takes place on Thursday 26th
April, 8pm, in Coláiste Phádraig.
April Flatters to Deceive
The Romans gave this month the Latin name
Aprilis. It is thought to come from the verb
“aperire”, “to open”. This refers to the time of
year trees and flowers begin to bloom. The normal April maximum temperature in
Dublin is about 13 degrees Celsius. August is the
month with a similar angle of sunshine. The
normal August maximum temperature is 19
degrees. This difference seems surprising,
however, this can be explained by different
factors. This Irish Sea temperature in April is
about 9 degrees and in August it is almost 15
degrees. The sea heats up and cools down much
more slowly than the land. The air temperature in
April is affected by the cold Irish Sea and also by
the cold Atlantic.
Another factor is the approach
towards Ireland of cold air
which has been building up
over the long winter. This comes
in the form of anticyclones from
Europe, Siberia, Scandinavia and
Greenland. This tends to suppress April’s
temperature. On the plus side the cold sea and
sometimes cold wind leads to good sunshine and
also to lower rainfall than at other times of the
year. April showers certainly occur but they tend
not to amount to a lot of rain. April (mid-spring)
is often as sunny as July (mid-summer). July is a
lot warmer of course with a maximum
temperature close to 20 degrees.
One way that April flatters
(promises) to deceive (breaks
promises) is when we have a
cheerful sunny day. From
indoors the weather looks very
promising but on stepping outside it feels much
colder than it looks. The American poet, Robert
Frost, reminds us of this in his poem: “Two
Tramps in Mud Time”. He says, “The sun was
warm but the wind was chill”; “You know how it
is with an April day”. Brendan McWilliams in his
book, “Weather Eye – The Final Year” warms us
not to cast clothes off too soon. “Till April is
dead, Change not a thread”. Another way that
April flatters to deceive is when some warm,
sunny days are quickly replaced by much colder
unsettled weather. A good example is April 1981
when a sunny, mild and mostly dry period ended
on the 24th
with the arrival of snow and a
temperature of only 5 degrees (about 8 degrees
below normal). This ties in with the period called
“Scairbhín na gCuac” (“The Cuckoo’s Wind”). It
refers to cold weather that can occur at the end of
April or beginning of May.
Despite not always living up to peoples
expectations April’s afternoon temperature of 13
degrees if combined with good sunshine and light
winds is really suitable for outdoor activities.
Gardening, building work and hiking are popular
and sports can take place easily. A study in Japan
from Osaka University seems to back this up.
They found respondents were happiest at an
outdoor temperature of 14 degrees (late April
temperature in Dublin). In Japan walking, jogging
and hiking are popular and many Japanese people
do routine morning exercises outdoors.
Whatever happens this month, April 2018, let’s
hope that “March winds and April showers, bring
forth May flowers”.
Denis Torsney.
A Parish Journey – the story of St Patrick's
Esker Dodsboro Adamstown
On Sale from
St Patrick's Parish Office:
Monday-Friday 10am -12noon &
Saturday/Sunday after all Masses
Plus the following outlets:
St Mary's Parish Office
Londis Adamstown
Lucan Library
Price €10
CHOOL
NEWS
Lucan Community College Clean spaces leads to happy faces – Lucan CC
cleaning initiative: Teachers in the college have
initiated a clean school plan to encourage all
students to care for the school building and leave
it as clean as possible. All students are
encouraged to put all rubbish into bins around the
school and to keep all the corridors and locker
areas clean. The theme of the cleaning initiative is
encapsulated by the phrase ‘Clean spaces leads to
happy faces’. Thank you to all the teachers
involved in this great plan to keep our building
clean.
Penultimate school literacy quote: This week’s
literacy quote comes from the German
Department. They have chosen a famous proverb
as our penultimate literacy quote -“UBUNG
MACHT DEN MEISTER”. In English the proverb
means ‘practice makes perfect’ and it is very apt
in the context of student learning, where students
continuous practice can really enhance their
personal learning. The origins of the proverb can
be traced back to the 16th century, when its form
was ‘use makes perfect’.
LCC Amnesty Group action for gun control in the USA:
In light of recent tragic school shootings in the
US, LCC Amnesty group invited any interested
students and teachers to join us in sending a
message of support from our school community
here in Ireland to students and teachers in the
US, as they took part in a global day of action at
weekend, culminating in a march on Washington.
This was a huge success as our school community
gathered together in solidarity against gun
violence. Thank you to Ms. McCarthy for
spearheading this event.
Lucan CC students put finishing touches to
upcoming stage production: There is now only
3 weeks to go until our students take to the stage
for their much anticipated performance of Fiddler
of the Roof. Ticket pricing has been released as
they remain as competitive as ever! Adult
admission will be €12 and child admission will be
only €7. Students are busy learning their lines and
we are delighted to announce that we have a full
band accompanying the performance each night.
Please get your tickets early for this not to be
missed Lucan event.
The next open, general
meeting of Men's Shed
Lucan will be on Tuesday,
17th April; 6.30 to 7.45pm
in Lucan Library (the
Library is located in the
SuperValu shopping centre
on the Newcastle Road, close to Starbucks).
As usual, this general meeting offers everybody a
chance to have their say and voice their opinions
and/or suggestions. If you have an idea or
suggestion come and share it with us, all of us.
We will also be reviewing progress on the new
options identified at our March meeting. Looking
forward to a positive and productive meeting.
Coláiste Phádraig CBS Football: Hard luck to our senior footballers who
were narrowly beaten 2-7 to 1-11 in their All
Ireland “B” semi-final by St. Nathy’s
Ballaghaddereen. Matthew Dunne scored an
impressive 1-3 for the team while Luke Walsh
added 1-2 and Lucan looked all set for victory as
they led by a point with just a minute left on the
clock. However, their spirited opponents grabbed
the winning goal right at the end of the game to
break Lucan hearts. The players were
understandably devastated at the final whistle as
their dream was to finish their school playing
days at Croke Park but it was not to be. They can
all at least take tremendous pride in winning
Dublin and Leinster titles en route to the National
semi-final.
School tour: Our 2nd
yrs students have returned
safe and well after a very successful school tour
to Cologne over the Easter mid-term break. 48
students, accompanied by 5 teachers, spent 4 days
touring this 2,000 yr old city that spans the Rhine
River in western Germany and an educational and
fun time was had by all. The group’s first activity
was a guided tour Koln which included a tour of
the magnificent Cologne cathedral, a world
famous masterpiece of Gothic architecture that
was declared a World Heritage Site in 1996. Next
up was a visit to the German Sports Museum
where the students got to play a rooftop 5-a-side
game! The following day involved a visit to
nearby Koblenz where the group enjoyed a cruise
down the river Rhine before taking a stunning
cable car ride over the town. Perhaps the highlight
of the tour for many was the trip to Phantasialand
Theme Park, one of Germany’s biggest tourist
attractions, the next day. From gentle boat rides to
white-knuckle rollercoasters, there was something
for everyone at this magical place of thrills, spills
and entertainment. The final day included a tour
of the Lindt chocolate factory followed by a tour
of Bayern Leverkusen’s football stadium. The
group flew home with many experiences and
memories that will last for years to come. The
teachers, Mr. Casey (tour organiser), Mr. Todd,
Mr. Kilkenny, Mr. Douglas and Ms. Lynch would
like to commend the students on their impeccable
behaviour throughout the tour.
TY Ball: The third annual Transition Year Ball in
aid of Pieta House took place on Friday 23th
March in Westmanstown and it was a resounding
success. The students enjoyed dressing up in their
sharp and stylish formal wear even more than
their female partners! The students enjoyed a
lovely 2 course meal followed by a wonderful
night of singing, dancing (and countless selfies!)
The event raised close to 300e for a very good
cause. The students are to be commended on their
impeccable behaviour throughout the Ball which
impressed the staff immensely. The entire event
was planned and organised by the students
themselves so well done to them on their
initiative, team work and professionalism.
Transition Year: The TY students are taking part
in a sponsored Cycle-Against-Suicide event next
week. Along with a number of teachers, they will
be cycling a total of 50km around the surrounding
areas of West Dublin and Kildare. The group
were fundraising already this week in AIB Lucan
and plan to organise some more stationary-cycle
events in Lucan over the coming days and weeks.
All support is appreciated although the main
focus is on raising awareness of mental health
issues surrounding suicide.
Soccer: Our 15 team qualified for the Leinster
Champions League semi-finals on Tuesday after
defeating Leinster Minor Cup Finalists Patrician
College 5-4 on pens after a 1-1 draw. Franklin
Achugbu put Lucan in from mid-way through the
1st half with a stinging drive from the edge of the
box before Patrician equalised just minutes later.
Josh Doyle scored the winning penalty to secure a
hard fought win for the team.
Subject Options: An information night for
parents of current 3rd
yr and TY students was held
in the school on Tuesday. Numerous
presentations were made by the various subject
departments designed to help parents guide their
son in making the right subject choices in 5th
yr.
The newly launched Leaving Cert subject
Computer Science is one of 14 subject options
available to our students. A colourful and
informative booklet was presented to all in
attendance on the night which will allow students
to make informed choices in the new school year.
Thanks to all the teachers from the various
subjects who gave up their time to attend and
make presentations.
Lucan Library – May Events Tel: 0 1 6216422 | Email: [email protected]
|www.southdublinlibraries.ie
Story Time - Tuesdays, 3.00 pm for 3-5
year olds. All welcome.
Toddler Time – Wednesday 2 May, 10am-
11.00 am, with Sarah Tully. Fun,
educational joint activity for pre-school
children and their parent/guardian who
helps their child participate, promoting
literacy skills. Booking from Tuesday 17
April, 1.30pm, via
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/toddler-time-
.3002052018-tickets-44414130861
Art & Creativity with Elena, Wednesday 9
May, 3.30pm-4.30pm for 9-11 year olds.
Booking from Tuesday 17 April 1.30pm,
via https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/art-
creativity-with-elena-9-11-yrs-09052018-
tickets-44414292344
Art & Creativity with Elena, Wednesday
16May, 3.30pm-4.30pm for 6-8 year olds.
Booking from Tuesday 17 April, 1.30pm,
via https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/art- creativity-with-elena-6-8-yrs-16052018-
tickets-44414366566
Gymboree. Friday 18 May, 10.00am-
11.00am. Interactive musical workshop for
pre-schoolers with their parent/guardian.
Booking from Tuesday 17 April, 1.30pm,
via https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/gymboree-
18052018-tickets-44414465863
Musical Tots. Thursday 24 May, 10.00am-
11.00am. Interactive musical workshop for
pre-schoolers (6 months and older) with
their parent/guardian. Booking from
Tuesday 17 April, 1.30pm, via
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/musical-tots-
24052018-tickets-44414624337 One ticket
per child attending.
Bealtine. Beginner’s Internet Class. Tuesday 1
May, 9.45am-11.45am. Every Tuesday,
until 29 May. Places limited. Booking from
17 April, 9.45am. Contact the Library on
01-6216422, email: [email protected]
or call in.
Intermediate Internet Class. Tuesday 1
May, 9.45am-11.15am. Every Tuesday until
29 May. Places limited. Booking from 17
April, 9.45am. Contact the Library on 01-
6216422, email: [email protected] or
call in.
Crafternoon. Thursday 3 May, 3.00pm-4.30pm.
Felting: Create a felt flower with Elena. Places
limited. Booking from Tuesday 17 April, 9.45am.
Contact the Library on 01-6216422, email:
[email protected] or call in.
Chair Yoga. Friday 4 May, 10.00-12.00pm.
A light yoga session from the comfort of your
own chair! Places limited. Booking from Tuesday
17 April, 9.45am. Contact the Library on 01-
6216422, email: [email protected] or call in.
Love, Light, Laughter with Eileen Casey.
Wednesday 9 May, 10.00am-12.00pm.
Gentle movement to music (to suit all ages),
together with meditation and chakra
balancing to nurture the mind, body and
spirit. Places limited. Contact the Library on
01-6216422, email: [email protected]
or call in.
Flower Arranging. Thursday 10 May,
10.30am-12.30pm. Create a special
arrangement of seasonal flowers to take
home. Places limited. Participants should
bring a pair of sharp scissors. Booking from
Tuesday 17 April, 9.45am. Contact the
Library on 01-6216422, email:
[email protected] or call in.
Lucan Community College Adult
Education Art Exhibition. May 1-31. All
welcome.
Lucan Knitting Club. Mondays 10.30am-
12.00pm. Al welcome.
Adult Creative Writing Group. Thursday
3 & 17 May, 10.00am-12.00pm. New
members welcome.
Japanese Family Group. Thursday 10
May, 2.30pm-4.30pm. Parent and children
group with arts and crafts activities for local
Japanese families.
Library to Home Service. Friday 18 May,
10.00am-12.00pm. For those who are
unable to come to the library. New
borrowers welcome. Contact the library on
01-6216422, email: [email protected]
Cuidiú. Monday 21 May, 1.00pm-3.00pm. Local
parenting support group, focussing on
breastfeeding. (www.cuidiu.ie)
South Dublin Volunteer Centre. Thursday 24
May, 2.00pm-4.00pm. Information stand in the
library.
Lucan Library Book Club. Wednesday 30 May,
7.00pm-8.00pm. Discussing The Wolves of
Winter by Tyrell Johnson. New members
welcome.
Frances Fitzgerald TD, Fine Gael Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01 457 7712.
SUSI Grants: Applications for SUSI grant
support for the 2018/19 academic year are now
being accepted. A number of changes to the SUSI
grant were introduced in 2018, including
additional income disregards, an extension to
qualifying criteria and increase to the reckonable
income threshold for the special rate of
maintenance grant. I would encourage all students
to review the grant criteria at www.susi.ie as this
may have positively affected your eligibility.
Live Register: Unemployment continues to fall,
now standing at 6% nationally. Locally, there was
a 16% drop in numbers signing on in the local
INTREO office between March 2017 and March
2018.
Info Leaflet: My annual ‘Senior Citizens Guide
to Entitlements’ has been updated. To receive a
copy of this, or my general ‘Know Where You
Stand’ post-budget guide, do get in touch with my
office.
John Curran T.D. – Fianna Fáil Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01 6183792. facebook.com/john.curranff
Twitter: @curranjohna
Call for 3 additional weeks of Fuel Allowance
to be paid: I have called on the Government to
extend the Fuel Allowance payment for an
additional three weeks in light of the desperately
poor and cold weather that has beset the country.
70 is the number of Gardaí in Lucan Garda
Station: I had an opportunity to raise the issue of
policing in Lucan in the Dáil recently. I am
calling on the Minister to seriously look at Garda
numbers in Lucan. 600 new Gardaí entered the
force in 2017, yet, due to retirements and
movements within the force, Garda numbers
continue to decline. In 2014 there were 74 Gardaí
stationed at Lucan, we should be seeing an
increase and not a decline.
Cllr. William Lavelle – Fine Gael Local Councillor for Lucan. 36 St. Andrews Drive,
Lucan. [email protected]
Hillcrest: I have been following up with SDCC
on changes to traffic lights which have led to
significant delays for Hillcrest residents seeking
to access Newcastle Road. Thanks to Hillcrest
Residents Association and local residents for
contacting me.
Liffey Valley: Please visit www.liffeyvalley.ie to
participate in the survey on travel and access to
the shopping centre.
Willsbrook Bus Stop: I continue to highlight the
problems faced by users of this stop in accessing
morning peak-hour bus services.
Clonburris: Submissions on the material
alterations to the controversial Clonburris plan
can be made by Friday 20th April. See
www.clonburris.ie
Mayor Paul Gogarty – Independent “Not just at election time”. Tel: 087-2752489
Email: [email protected]
Working with Independent Community Alliance
Cllrs Liona O’Toole and Guss O’Connell
Lip on cycle path on Willsbrook Road: I was asked to raise this issue following an
accident. The Council said the following: “The
levels of the cycle track and footpath are different
to make sure that cyclists and pedestrians are
separated. This section of cycle track / footpath is
a segregated facility as there is enough width for
both the cycle track and footpath. A safety audit
was recently carried out for this scheme and no
issues were identified regarding this element of
the design.
Clonburris SDZ: We need support for existing
phasing achievements in submissions and to put
pressure on Councillors before the June vote.
Other ways to try and make the plan better will
require An Bord Pleanala. Deadline for
submissions is 20th
April.
Cllr. Liona O’Toole – Independent 087-2795274.
[email protected] www.lionaotoole.com
Community Clean-Ups: I have assisted many
groups recently arranging Community Clean-ups.
In response to my question raised at Full Council
meeting the council confirmed that in 2017 a total
of 2,600 groups (countywide) participated in
these clean-ups. If you would like to arrange a
clean-up you can apply via the Environment
department @4149000 or contact me directly to
help to arrange materials/equipment.
Adamstown Community/Sports Hall: Many
groups have been in contact with me regarding
the opening of this new facility. I have worked on
this issue for a number years including setting up
the Adamstown Input Group and arranging
regular stakeholders meetings which I have fully
attended. I am in regular contact with the council
management and the developer ensuring that
unnecessary delays are prevented and to keep the
pressure on all to have the facility handed over to
the community.
Political notes cont’d after Sports.....
Well done to the Senior Hurlers who opened
their Championship campaign with a win. Some
good wins in the CCC2 hurling, 14 A and B
completed the double over St. Vincent’s, wins
also for 15 and 16 A and 13B, hard luck to 13A &
15B recording losses. Good wins in Camogie for
15A and 13B hard luck to 15B and 13A. In
Juvenile ladies football the only win was for the
13B.
Hard luck to our Senior 1 Camogie who lost
their second league game to a last minute goal vs
St. Jude’s. Snr 7 also came up short vs strong
Faughs/Celtic side. Ladies Football Div 2 team
lost the second league game to TSS 3-06 to 3-11.
Football Championship continues this weekend
with Inter Footballers away to Na Fianna on
Saturday at 6pm, both Junior teams at home on
Sunday. All support much appreciated.
Ladies Football Féile begins this weekend and
Lucan are hosting Div 4 where we are pitted
against Templogue, Skerries and St. Sylvester’s.
Div 1 team is in St. Brigid’s.
Tickets. Would you like tickets to the Rolling
Stones or even the All Ireland Final well we know
who you should talk to, the one and only Paul
McGann. €20 gets you a whole load of
opportunity, all the way until next March.
Paul can be reached on +353 87 2546555 or in the
club most Thursdays when he is handing out
tickets.
Molly O’Toole Memorial Secondary Schools
Tournament The second tournament in Molly’s
memory will be run on Thursday 19 April at
3pm. Volunteers will be required to help out,
please. If you can spare an hour or two,
Contact [email protected]
Lotto
Last week there was no winner of the €20,000
lotto; the numbers were 1, 2, 13 and 28. This
week’s draw will be managed by Frank Fleming
and is sponsored by REA McDonald
Auctioneers. Lucky Dips Winners (€30): Ailish
McGarrigle, Geraldine Smyth, Una McGonigle,
Emer Doyle, Fergal McNamara. Tickets can be
purchased online, at the club, in Carey’s
Newsagents, in Vesey Arms or Kenny’s Bar.
Bingo is on Wednesdays 8:30pm.
Club Shop is scheduled to open Thursdays 7:30-
8:30 and Saturday’s 10:30am – 1:00pm.
25 Card Drive continues every Friday 9pm.
Caters for all levels, beginners welcome.
‘Cúpla Focal’ club is on Mondays at 7.30pm.
Lucan District Credit Union Academy is on
Saturdays, 9:30am for Girls and 10am for boys
(5+)
Golf Society -The Golfing season starts in a two
weeks, on Saturday April 21st. Contact Seamus
Fagan for details 086 816 8984.
Extract from CCC1 Football Reports
The U-10 groups were away Ballinteer St. Johns
and at home to St. Sylvester’s.
An elusive dry morning set the scene for the away
clash between the ‘Team Black’ Lucan boys and
St. Johns Ballinteer yesterday. This U10 squad
are not only impressive in the large number of
players they boast, but are also big on the hard
work and enthusiasm they have shown during
training sessions this year so far.
We had a spotlight on one of the teams for this
report. Players: Ben Glennon, Brian Finn, Cathal
Ryan, Cormac O'Duibhir, Jack Meenan, Odhran
Gallagher, Oisin Quearney. Mentor: Eithne Ryan
The football skills they have been practicing were
very much in evidence yesterday much to the
delight of the spectators and mentors. The lads
showed great teamwork with excellent short
passing throughout the match. This was a fast
moving game with well-matched teams achieving
a high number of scores which made it a thrilling
spectacle to watch. There was also some fantastic
defensive skill in evidence with great blocks and
tireless tackling. Well done Lucan. Keep up the
good work.
The U-12 teams were back in league grading
action. The U-12A team had a great win against
Raheny on a scoreline of 7-8 to 1-1. The first 15
minutes were close but then the Lucan team
showed some great movement and passing to
score a couple of very impressive goals. The team
pulled away in the second half to score some
further team goals and finished the game strongly.
The U-12B team fell to a string Kilmacud Crokes
team on a scoreline of 3-10 to 3-01 but fought
well to the end. The U-12C fell in their grading
game by just one point but played really well on
the day.
Well done to all teams competing at the weekend.
LUCAN HARRIERS & ATHLETIC CLUB We are currently fundraising for our new track
and are doing a Clothing Collection
collections started on Monday 9th
April and last
collection date will be Thursday 19th
April.
Collections will be before Club training on
Mondays (before 7pm), Tuesdays (Before 5.45pm
and again before 7pm) and Thursdays (before
7pm) to our Dressing Room in the Clubhouse.
The clothes will be collected from us on Friday
20th
April so no donations will be accepted after
that date. I've attached a flyer - any help in
promoting would be really appreciated.
Juvenile National Athletics Championships –
Saturday 7th
April 2018.
There were more strong performances in Athlone
by the Lucan Harrier Juveniles as the Indoor
season came to a close. Hannah Moriarty won
Gold in the U14 in the Long Jump. In the U15
Girls Relay, Kate, Sarah, Hannah and Eve
stormed into the final and finished 5th
overall.
Particular mention to Eve and Hannah who
moved up an Age Group to join Kate and Sarah.
Congratulations to all the Juveniles on a strong
Indoor Season and to their Coaches and parents
for all their help and support.
U18 Mountain Trail Trials. Lucan’s Aoife Coffee took part in the U18
Mountain trail trials recently and was the only
female to make the qualifying time. She will now
represent Ireland in the European Mountain trails
in U18.
Battle of Clontarf 10 Mile (Leinster
Championships) – Monday 2nd April Raheny Shamrocks AC hosted the Battle of
Clontarf 10 mile run in St. Anne’s Park Raheny
which incorporated the Leinster Championships
on Monday 2nd April. Lucan Harriers were
represented by Eileen O’Brien who finished in
1.28.48 and was 2nd in her age category winning
a Leinster Championship silver medal.
BHAA / K Club 10k Road Race – Saturday 31st
March. The BHAA / K Club 10k Road Race was
held on 31st March, and organised by Lucan
Harrier Club Member Gerry Byrne, with 14
Lucan Harriers athletes taking part and two ladies
- Lorraine Heffernan and Eileen O'Brien finishing
first in their respective age categories.
Two Oceans Half Marathon – Cape Town
Saturday 31st March.
Fanchea Gibson headed to Cape Town for the
Two Oceans Half Marathon held as part of the
Ultra Marathon weekend. It was a real
experience with a 6am race start time in darkness,
16,000 competitors, stunning scenery with Table
Mountain lit up by dawn, steep hills and a finish
on Cape Town University rugby fields. Fanchea
finished in 2.56.09, well before 9.20am cut-off
time.
Jog for a Dog – Monday 2nd
April. Jog for a
Dog returned for its 4th
year as a fundraising event
for My Canine Competition Autism Service Dogs
which has raised over €53,000 in the past 3 years.
Six Lucan Harriers took part in the 2018 edition
with Celine Murphy O’Keeffe first home in 27.12
followed by Anita Hughes in 28.53, Anne Smith
in 28.52, Laura Crooke in 28.55, Aideen
McCormack in 32.26 and Catherine Dunne in
33.08.
BHAA / DCC 10k – Saturday 7th
April The DCC BHAA race changed this year from a 2
mile /4 mile road race to a 10km road race in St.
Anne’s Park in Raheny. There was a good
turnout from Lucan Harriers with many of the
fit4life group completing their final race in the
Lord Mayor’s 5 Alive Challenge. First home was
Eileen O'Brien in 53.18.
Grocers 10k and 5k Runs – Phoenix Park
Sunday 8th
April.
The Grocer’s 5k and 10k Runs took place on a
glorious sunny morning in the Phoenix Park on
Sunday 8th
April with 6 Lucan Harriers athletes
taking on the 5k run. Anne Smith was first Lucan
lady home in 29.21 followed by Laura McCabe in
30.42, Aideen McCormack in 32.26, Geraldine
Coogan in 32.40, Catherine Dunne in 33.02 and
Josephine Dignam in 38.13.
LUCAN PITCH & PUTT CLUB The presentation of prizes to the Drive-In winners takes place this Saturday night 14th
at 9.45pm, all winners are expected to attend.
We would like to thank our sponsors A&A
Engineering for their continued support.
Following the presentation music is by Gentleman
Jim.
The Qualifier for the Dublin Mixed Scramble takes place Sunday 15th @ 4pm & we wish Good
Luck to all the teams (especially my team) taking
part & look forward to the Final in Portmarnock.
(If we make it.)
The Sheets for the Dublin Leagues are now on
display in the Clubhouse and these will be
coming down 23rd April so make sure to get your
names down before then.
Last Weekend’s 18 Strokeplay Nett winners
were:
Gents: Class 1 Johnny Price 44
Class 2 Tony Mc Donnell 42
Class 2 R-Up Paul County 44 (B9)
Class 3 Terry O' Shaughnessy 40
Ladies: Class 1 Sandra Keogh 45 (B9)
Class 2 Kathleen Grainger 42
Juvenile Competitions for 10yrs and up
wards continue each Wednesday @ 3pm and new
members are always welcome on the day.
New members are always welcome & if you are
interested call into the Clubhouse any weekend
and a member will answer any questions you may
have, or you can contact us at
info@lucanpitch&putt.com
We would like to extend our sympathies to
Agnes & Adrian on the recent death of their
brother in law William.
ST. MARY’S CARDS 1
st: Tess Keogh
2nd
: Tommy Ennis
3rd
: James Carney
4th
: Bill Ryan.
Ruth Nolan Independents 4 Change. Lucan & Palmerstown. Ph. 0868540030,
Submissions on Clonburris: Don’t forget April
20th
is the deadline for submissions for the
Clonburris development.
Lucan Road: Since we had the bad snow in
March many very bad pot holes have emerged on
the Lucan Road. I have made representation to
have these repair them.
Traffic Signals: Following representation to the
council to repair the traffic signals that were
knocked down outside Earlsfort, the council are
now repairing them.
Kissogue Roundabout: The roundabout on the
ring road between Kissogue and Adamstown is
extremely busy at peak times, with drivers not
yielding to traffic entering the roundabout. I will
be applying for yellow boxes for this reason.
Transport Users The promoters of Metro Link, the underground
rail system from Swords to Sandyford via the
Airport are going around to
venues in the areas that this
line will serve, telling them
how good this plan is.
Everyone already knows
the line out to Sandyford is
great for the people that use it. I travelled on this
line several times and I found this line provides a
great reliable and frequent service second to none.
There is no need to give them a better service
when they already have a great system.
The NTA should be coming out to areas
like Lucan and explain why Lucan is been further
delayed while Sandyford is getting a much-
improved system. Lucan is providing much of the
new housing that is needed and should have a
higher priority than areas that already has
great Luas system.
T. Newton 086 3127364
Table Quiz
Lucan Branch Fine Gael
Froday 20th
April 2018 at 7.30pm
Kenny’s Back Lounge, Main St.
Lucan.
€10 per head.
All Welcome.
Church Notices – Sunday 15th April 2018
3rd Sunday of Easter
St. Mary's Lucan
Sunday Masses:
Vigil Saturday, 6.30 pm, 8.45am, 9.45am,
11am, 12.15pm and 7pm
Weekday Masses:
Monday to Saturday: 10am
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament:
(Nuns Chapel), on Thursday 2pm-4pm
and Saturday 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm
Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday after 10 am Mass and after the
6.30pm Mass
Baptisms:
Baptism will take place every weekend.
We ask parents to call to the Sacristy to
book at least one month before
ceremony.
Deepest Sympathy to the family and
friends of Jack Greene, late of Esker
Lane.
May he rest in peace.
Lucan Presbyterian Church
Sunday:
10.30am Morning Worship
Crèche and Children’s Ministry.
All Welcome.
St. Andrew’s Church of Ireland
Sunday: St. Andrew’s - 9am and 10am
St. Mary’s, Leixlip 11.30am
Gospel Baptist Church
Pastor Les Hill,
Church Office: 085-190 2454
Web: www.LucanChurch.com
St. Patrick's Esker / Dodsboro / Adamstown
Sunday Masses:
Vigil Saturday, 7.00 pm, 9am, 10.30am and
12 noon Folk Mass
Weekday Masses: Monday to Saturday: 10am
Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Saturdays after 10am and 7pm Masses
Baptisms:
1st and 3
rd Sundays at 12.45pm and 2
nd Saturday
at 12.30pm. At least four weeks’ notice is
required to facilitate preparation. Applications
between 10am and 1.00pm Monday to Friday at
Parish Office or after any Mass as Parents are
required to attend a pre-Baptism Meeting.
Bookings cannot be accepted on the telephone or
by email.
Divine Mercy Lucan South
Sunday Masses:
Vigil Saturday, 6.30 pm, 10.30 am and 12 noon
Weekday Masses: Monday to Friday: 9.15am
Adoration and Prayer: Adoration – Friday 10am-3pm
Prayer Group – Monday 7.30pm-8.30pm
Scripture Reading – Tuesday 9.45am-10.45am
Baptisms: Parents are asked to attend an information
meeting before making arrangements or booking
dates.
Lucan Methodist Church
Sunday: 10am Holy Communion
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