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Pm Looking for a Tenner!

In Ireland, Lent and Trocaire seem to be synonymous. Troeaire is the Irish Catholic Agency for World Development. Part of being Christian means having a concern for those who are less well off than ourselves.

When reading the Trocaire Information pack, 1 was startled to read some amazing statistics. The extra amount of money needed to provide basic education in third World Countries would be $6 billion - in Europe $ 1 1 billion is spent on Ice Cream. Basic health and education would cost $ 13 billion - pet foods in Europe and the US costs $ 17 billion. The comparisons go on and on.

The wealth of the world’s 225 richest people equals the income of half the world’s population. Now with the Celtic Tiger raging, we have many blessings and problems. Many young couples who are both working continue to find it difficult to buy a home. It’s not all joy, but we’re doing fairly well.However, the startling news from the Third World seems to be that things are actually getting worse for them. More facts: in Zambia, life expectancy has fallen from 54 in 1991, to 42 in 1997. The Debt Crises seems to have undone much of the help done in the past. Sub Saharan Africa pays more than $ 12 billion in debt servicing charges every year and owes another $8 billion that it cannot pay. However, just $2 billion would be enough to give all the region’s children a place in primary school.

So they need our help in two ways:i) to convince the IMF and the developed worlds to cancel the debts for the Millennium, andii) they need our financial support now.

In Rwanda, £10 will purchase a hoe, seeds and fertilizers to enable a family to farm for a year. So Fmlooking for a Tenner for Rwanda - sure we’d spend more on a round of drinks for a (Rwandan)family!

Fr. P h ilip B radley

Are you aged 16 or over?Have you ever witnessed an accident, and not known what to do?Do you want to learn lifesaving skills? If so, why not join the Lucan Senior Unit of the Red Cross.Enrolment: Monday 1st March between 8pm and 10pm at Lucan Health Centre.For more information Tel: Shane on 087 2951427 or Niamh on 086 840 7440 after 5pm.

Catholic Marriage Counseling ServiceVacancy: Director of Marriage Preparation and Support Services.Have you the qualifications to direct and develop the Marriage Preparation and Support Services of Accord Dublin? If the answer is “I do” contact us.As director you would develop our marriage preparation and support services, to meet the needs of the Dublin diocese. You will work with a team of volunteers and report directly to the Diocesan director.The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated team player with managerial experience and flexibility in working hours. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.Appointment is on a contract basis. Application forms from:The Diocesan Director,39 Harcourt St. Dublin 2.Telephone 01-4780866

Br e a k a w a y - A scheme offeringshort breaks to children with a learning disability.

Host families to provide breaks are needed. Interested? Contact:Brid Leahy,Social Worker,St. Raphael’s,Celbridge. Phone 6288161 (01)

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To Lourdes, Fatima «& GarabandalDeparture date - 1 1 th June - fo r 1 1 days Inclusive Price - £595 + Tax & Insurance Contact - Maureen Stynes “ Group leader” 6269835, with £60 deposit A S .A P .

ESKER FRIENDS OF THE ELDERLY Change of venue:Due to unforeseen circumstances, our Social on Friday 5th March will now be held in St. Anne’s School Hall, beginning at 8pm and ending at 1 1 . 15pm (approx.)All are welcome.Ann McDonald, Sec.Tel.6211060

Do You find Life a Struggle?If you suffer from anxiety, depression, nervousness, panic attacks, worry etc., don’t despair, there is a way out for you - it’s called RECOVERY. At weekly meetings techniques can be learned which help control these symptoms and fears. Why not come along to one of our weekly meetings? You won’t have to do or say anything if you don’t want to at first - just sit back and listea If you would like a better quality of life you will be made very welcome at:Health Centre, Roselawn, Blanchardstown, Thursday 8.00pmSt. Bridget’s Hall, beside Blanchardstown Church, Sunday 8.00pm.For further information Phone 01-6260775

Lucan Planning Council

Table QuizIn Lucan Sarsfields GAA CLUB

12th LockFriday 5th March at 9pm sharp

T a b le -£12

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Sum of money. Sunday 2 1st, Cherbury Park, Beech Park Green area. Phone: 6280639

Gold Rope Neck Chain. Lucan area. Phone: 6282870

Wallet: Would the kind person who picked up ray wallet somew'here between Check-out & Basement Car Park at Superquinn Lucan, on Saturday 20th February', please phone 6283073.

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There will be a prayer service in St. Mary’s Parish Centre on:Friday March 5th at 8.30pm The service this year is compiled by the women of Venezuela. It is part of an Interdenominational and International movement of Informed Prayer and Prayer for Action.All men and women are very welcome

Carvel ladies Stainless Steel Watch.Found in Car Park, opp. St. Mary’s Church, Lucan on 5* Feb. 1999 at 2.20pm. Can be claimed at St. Mary’ s Parish Centre.

Ladies Black leather Wallet on Beech Park Green last Monday. Ph.6282092

Raleigh Fold-up Bike. may have been stolen before Christmas. Phone 6281525

PUBLIC FIRST AID COURSE +Enrolment on Tuesday 2nd March. Lucan Health Centre, 7.30pm - 9pm. Price £35 - £10 booking. Course commences Tuesday 9th March. Phone Shane at087-2951427 or Niamh 086-840 7440

LUCAN YOUTH FUN

Next Committee Meeting Monday. March 1st at 8.30pm

Please remember to bring along membership forms.

ST. MARY’S PARISH 16th ANNUAL PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDESThe Pilgrimage rims from 1 3th-l 8th August 1999. Direct flights. £380. Single Room supplement, £15 per night extra. £50 deposit (refundable). Any queries, or deposits to any of the committee.Donal Treacy, 6283369 Rose Watchom, 6283312 Anne Fox, 6241340 Annette Wade, 6249230 Lorraine Dunne. 6241749 Anna Nolan, 6281450

I.C.A. NOTES

Tuesday 2nd March Crafts at 10am Federation Meeting, Liberty Hall at 7pm. Wednesday 3rd March Business meeting at 8pm Those who have given their names for the play in Rupert Guinness Hall on Saturday 20,h march must pay for tickets by Wednesday night next. Friday 5th MarchSenior Citizens Social at 1 lam. Hostesses are Clair McBrearty, Pauline Moffitt & Aileen Breheny.

4.LUCAN TOASTMASTERS

We had another great meeting last Thursday in Finnstown House Hotel. Cormac Mac Donnchadha gave us his Icebreaker, and had us very envious of the active life he leads with all his adventure sports. Compared to some of his adventures, public speaking will be no challenge at all! We look forward to hearing about some more over the next few months.Once more we were joined by a number of guests. Many of our recent guests have joined and w'e are really delighted to have them with us. It won’t be long before we’re enjoying their Icebreakers.To find out more about Toastmasters, and to hear what an Icebreaker actually is, come along to our next meeting on Thursday March 4th in Finnstown House Hotel at 8pm. We’d love to share our meetings with you, and we guarantee you’ ll be made very welcome by all the members.Linda Fagan. Telephone 6281770.

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LUCAN CONCERT BAND SOCIETYCommittee Meeting on J%iu Tucsday 2nd March at 8.30pm in St. Mary ’ s Parish Centre.All band practice will resume on Monday F March at the normal times.

AFTER DARK YOUTH GROUP CANOEING LESSONSTeenagers w ho are strong swimmers and interested in having canoeing lessons are invited to contact the Lucan Youth Services Offices, St. Mary’s boys National School for further information. Ph.6280465 (Office Hours).

LUCAN YOUTH DRAMAAre looking for new members to help with their upcoming production.Boys or girls between 12-18 years who are interested please come along to Lucan Methodist Hall, Friday 7.30pm. Sub.£l.P.B.

Our monthly Committee meeting will be on Tuesday 9th March at 8 o’clock in the Parish centre. It will be followed by our A.G.M. Would all drivers and helpers put this date in your diaries.Rota:3rd March: M.Gilligan(s), F.O'Reilly, C.Balfe, P.Dempsey. Drivers: L.Church(l),A.Kinsella(2).10th March. AKavanagh(s), M.McGrath,M.Toft, P.McManus. Drivers: J.Cristal(l),E.Jordan(2).17th: S t Patrick’s Day24th March: Lunch at Kennys3 1 st March: A O ’Dwyer(s), Mgt Malone,J.Dillon, M.Maher. Drivers: C.Doocey(l).A.Coffey(2).

Our Lord has written the promise of the resurrection, not in books alone, but in every leaf in springtime.(Martin Luther)

Stacumney Players regret that “The Cripple of Inishmahon” at Celbridge C* this weekend is CANCELLED, due to illness.

LUCAN TIDY TOWNS COMMITTEEMeeting will be held on Monday night March Is at 7.30pm in Lucan Community Council Office, Old V.E.C., Esker Hill. We look forward to a full attendance and welcome any new members interested in joining our summer programme.

25’s Card GameSunday night’s winners: (*k1st Eugene McGarrell 2nd Tess Keogh 3,d Luke MorleyCards every Sunday at 8.30pm in St.Mary’s Parish Centre

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St. M ary’s Lucan

Mother & Babv Group meets every Thursday 10,.30am-12 noon Why not come along and have a cuppa' while baby learns to socialise?

Baptism Team: Our monthly meeting is on Thursday next. 41h March at 8pm in the Parish Centre.

Lenten Talks: The second in our series of talks on Judaism and other Christian religions takes place on Tuesday next at 8pm in the Parish Centre.Topic this week is Anglicanism. Speaker is Rev. Gillian Wharton, our local Church of Ireland Minister. Cost £1. All welcome.

Family Lenten Prayer: A number of families who signed up for the Family Lenten Prayer have not collected their candle and Prayer Service leaflet. These are still available in the Sacristy if you w ish to collect them.

S t M ary’s Parish Radio Relay System: Information on Application forms and Sponsorship available at Church doors. We hope to finalise numbers as soon as possible. If you wish to join, please contact Theresa in the Parish Office on Mon. Tue. Wed and Friday. 9.30am - 2pm.

Mass of Annointing: This Mass will be on Sunday next. 7th March at 12 noon. If you have a serious illness/difficulty that you would like to place before the Lord, you are invited to accept annointing. Seats will be reserved at the front of the church for those who do not want to have to walk from their seats. There will be a sprinkling of w ater for healing for the congregation in general

Browse & Borrow Library: Books availableThe Sign of Jonas: The Journal of Thomas MertonMorality & Jesus Christ bv Enda McDonagh. Irish Theological Quarterly Tomorrow's Catholic: Michael Marwood MSC P.S. If you have finished with your book - please return it!

Young Families in Parish Mdlennium/JubiSee As we enter the third Millennium, it is only fitting that we celebrate this landmark in our history.To commemorate it in a special way, a Parish Working Group has been set up specifically to reflect the views of young families, many of whom of course will have school-going children.This group has no special expertise in this area, consisting of ordinary members of the Parish and as such would like to hear your views. As a first step, to try to elicit some proposals, a questionnaire has been drawn up and is in the process of being distributed through the school children to their parents. Amongst the ideas proposed are:1 . Children's Historical Pageant2. Erection of Religious Sculpture3. Improvement to Church Facilities such as

Creche etc.4. Tree planting or erection of some other

symbol in each estate to mark the Millennium

5. Grand ‘block’ party for residents in each estate.

Space has been provided for other proposals. If you have any ideas (religious or secular) for celebrating the Millennium, please contact any member of the committee, or send your suggestions c/o St. Mary ’s Parish Centre, Lucan. John McCrory: 6281397. Carol Lakes: 6240077. Bemie Whiteacre: 6249272. Sr. Marie O’Neill: 6280305. Sheila McMahon: 6281615.Catherine Henry: 6282006. Michael Brennan: 6282805. FrankGarvey: 6281146. Colette Garvey: 6280480. Caitriona McClean:6281425.

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Parish of Divine Mercy, Lucan South

We are delighted to announce the launch of our Counselling Support Service. In co-operation with Personal Counselling Institute, this serv ice is extended to parishioners. If you wish to be referred, please contact any member of the Parish team or the Home/School Liaison teacher in Archbishop Ryan National School. This marks a new venture in Parish Ministry and we are proud to offer it.

We are exploring ways to allow people to view the plans that have been submitted for our new Church. We hope to select a design by mid- March. The wisdom and guidance of people is important in this great venture. How many people have ever had a say in the building of their own parish Church?

Best of luck to our retreat group who travel to Termonfeckin this week.

Many thanks to the Tainiste for her visit to our school this week. She expressed her awe and admiration for the wonderful work of our Parish School. The doors of the school are open to all. She remarked that schools often have to cope with the changes in society before the legislator Our address is becomes aware of those changes. How right she is! Our school meets the needs of this unique area of Dublin. The school is setting standards and trends in its discipline for learning programme and in it’s multi-cultural approach to education.http://homepage.tinet.ie/~lucansouthparish/lucan/

Welcome to the new Pub in Lucan South (and its owner Louis Fitzgerald) open for business this weekend. Its name is The Penny Hill "after an old name for the field on which it is built.

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Youth ConferenceFor Youth and Community Leaders, Parents & Teachers in Lucan-North Kildare on Saturday

27th March 1999.Venue

Lucan Community College. Application Forms and further information from Lucan-Nth. Kildare Youth Service, St. Mary's

Boys National School, Lucan, co. Dublin. Tel.6280465

Town Hall,L:ucan Ph. 6241975

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Lucan Heights ResidentsI attended a Garda Siochana Seminar for New ghbourhood Watch, last Tuesday, 23rd on your behalf. Neighbourhood Watch is now a vital part of Gardai agenda, and more and more will play a major role in fighting crime. Gardai need our help as much as we need theirs.I shall keep you informed each week on various aspects of N.W. For now, be Alert. Aware, Secure and, especially this Lent be a Good Neighbour. Watch It.South Dublin Co. Co. has asked us to reduce use of water during the month ending 22-03-99. Pressures will below due to work at the Water Plant in Leixlip.Take care, and keep it clean and green.J.P .

Luccw CoYvum ufiityC o t w s j c d /LaraghconWe have submitted an appeal to An Bord Pleanala in relation to the granting of permission for the building of 355houses at Laraghcon.The location of these proposed houses is such as to visually intrude upon die Liffey Valley and to overlook Lucan Village in a manner which would cause irreparable damage to the centuries old natural backdrop to the village.We have in recent months welcomed the intention of South Dublin County Council to take steps towards seeking our designation as a Heritage Village. Any development at Laraghcon, with its devastating visual impact and potential for traffic chaos would, in the opinion of many, make a mockery of any such ambitions.We ask all concerned residents and organisations to give serious consideration to making submissions in support of our appeal against the proposed houses at Laraghcon. Last June, An Bord Pleanala rejected an almost identical proposal for houses at this location, and if local opposition remains vocal. We are confident that it will once again rule in our favour.All correspondence should be forwarded, together with the appropriate Fee (£36) to An Bord Pleanala, Floor 3, Block 6, Irish Life Centre, Lower Abbey St., Dublin l before the end of March.We may be contacted at our office at the rear of the Old V.E.C. in Lucan Village (Ph.6280074).

CHERBURY PARK RESIDENTS

Neighbourhood W atch: All residents are invited to attend a meeting in the Parish Centre onThursdav 4th March at 8.15pmAt the meeting the Gardai will discuss the setting up of a Neighbourhood Watch Scheme in further detail. A good show of support is essential if the scheme is to go aheadF. Waters

Arthur Griffith Park & Esker Cottages Residents Assoc.We wish to convey our sincere condolences to Eileen Floody and family on the death of John. May he rest in peace.Also get well wishes to anyone ill at home or in hospital, to wish them a speedy recovery.The Committee would like some support now spring is here, to help get the estate clean and tidy again, and if any dumping has been done, to get it cleaned up.

Beech Park & Beech Grove Residents Assoc.We have been advised by South Dublin Co. Council that water supplies will be restricted throughout the county until Sunday 2 1st March as a result of refurbishment work at water will be widespread between 1 1pm and 6.30am each day. In Lucan supplies may be slower to return each day.Derek Keating, Chairman

Hillcrest Residents Assoc.Following on the success o f our last table quiz, we are pleased to announce that we are holding another Quiz Night in Kenny’s on Wednesday 10th March. Our Quizmaster will be Jim Bartley, alias Bella Doyle of Fair City. A good night is guaranteed, so come along and bring your friends.We have been assured by Siiperquinn that there will not be a Drive-Thru McDonald’s in their shopping centre. McDonald’s have been offered a shop unit, but to date we cannot ascertain if they have taken up the offer. Attention all Committee Members, please note that our next meeting will be held on Monday 1st March at 7.30pm in St. Anne’s N.S. We have some vacancies on our committee and are seeking members who would be willing to join us. If anyone is interested, we would be delighted to see you at our meeting on Monday 1st March.T.Flannery P.R.O.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ' 8The family of the late Michelle Scanlon wish to thank all who sympathised with them on their recent sad bereavement. A special word of thanks to our kind neighbours in Kew Park and our many friends in Lucan.Mass will be offered for all your intentions.

John, Betty and Pat Scanlon.

GEOGHEGAN - BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCEBirthday remembrance of dear Lena - March 1st.We think of you often and sadly miss you.

Margaret & Tess.

FARMER, KENNETH - 2nd.ANNIVERSARY2nd. March 1997 Memories we keep one by one Things you said, songs you sung They bring a smile and many a tear.Sadly missed by your wife, sons, daughters, daughters in law, grandchildren and friends.

CAHALANE - 8th ANNIVERSARYIn loving memory of my beloved husband James who died on February 28th 1991.A simple whisper on a February day You heard a gentle call You took the hand of Jesus And quietly left us all.

From your loving wife Peggie and family.

CROWE, DENIS - 1st. ANNIVERSARYWith love we remember a great husband,Dad and Grandad, Denis who died March 2nd. 1998.In the silence of the nighttime You heard a gentle call Taking the hand of Jesus You quietly left us all.You suffered much in silence But your spirit did not bend You faced each day with courage And smiled right to the end.

Loved and remembered by his wife Margaret, sons, daughter, grandchildren, son in law, daughters in law, sisters and

brother.

DENIS CROWERemembering my Grandad, Denis Crowe.We should not say the endBut to a new life you have passedGone from our livesBut sometime againWe will all meet up at lastHold on strong to the hand of JesusThen sometime we will seeThat death is just the beginningOn the road to eternity.

Love always, Linda

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A CHILD’S EVENING PRAYEREre on my bed my limbs I lay,God grant me grace my prayers to say!

O God preserve my mother dear in health and strength for many a year!

And O preserve my father too,And m a y ! pay him reverence due!

And may I, my best thoughts employ To be my parents hope and joy!

And O preserve my brothers both From evil doings and from sloth!

And may we always love each other, Our friends, our father and our mother!

And still, O Lord, to me impart An innocent and grateful heart.

That after my last sleep I may Awake to Thy eternal day! Amen!

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Lucan B.N.S.Congratulations are the order o f the day this week in Lucan B.N.S. We had another great win in the Cadbury’s Schools Quiz recently.50 teams from the South West area took part and the Lucan boys won the day with a fabulous score o f 57/60. The heroes were: Stephen Kelly, Damien Kelly, Declan Reidy and Mark Brennan. Well done boys, watch out for your place in our Hall of Fame in the school. Well done also to Kevin Smith, Carl White, Eoin Morrissey, Andrew Smyth, Peter Callaghan, Stephen O’Connell and Jonathan Cosgrove who also took part and performed very well. Winners now go to the National Final in the Burlington on 14th March.This is the third year in a row that a team from the school has reached the National Final and that must be a record! Well done to our neighbours in the girls’ school who came 3rd in the quiz.

Crunch! Crunch! We are so proud o f the boys in 6^ class who reached the Dublin final of the “Le Crunch” song contest. The son written by the boys in r. Kelly’s class with the musical support o f Eithne Donnelly narrowly missed a place in the A ll Ireland Finals in the Olympia last week. We may have discovered some songwriters in our school.

Ms. Manning’s class had a great trip to a free showing of “ A Bug’s Life” last week.

Our Computer Room is looking really good now and we are on schedule for used fairly soon, when the children will have access to a state o f the art IT room. Watch this space!

S t Joseph’s College Parents’ Assoc.Annual Race NightFriday 19th March, 8.30 Kenny’s Vesey Arms.

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St. Joseph’s CollegeSnowy Climes fo r Students Over 120 students and teachers travelled over the mid-term to sunny, snowy Europe. The annual 5th year tour headed to Switzerland.The first leg of the journey was by air to Paris, and on to a coach to travel overland to Interlacken.Snow, snow and more snow!!! The abundance o f snow added to the excitement and enjoyment o f the 89 5th year students who travelled. Having commenced their tour with a full day in Paris, the group made their way through what can only be described as a winter wonderland, to their final destination, Interlacken.On one of the brilliant sunny days, the groups travelled by cable car, to the t op of the Shiltom - James Bond country! Activities included ice-skating, sleigh rides and tobogganing down an 8km slope - not for the faint-hearted. A visit to Lucerne included a trip to the famous transport museum. Leaving the snowy climes, the tour finished with an unforgettable day in Eurodisney. A memorable trip for all!

S k i Trip 999:3 3 students and 3 teachers headed to Bulgaria for seven days. This was our first ski trip ever and all were very excited and delighted when we arrived to record snow conditions. Two* hours o f instruction morning and afternoon with our instructors, Alex,Victor and Pebko soon had all snow ploughing and traversing. Day four saw most groups up the top o f the mountain skiing all the way down. Words cannot describe the feeling - all pupils want to go again next year. Apres Ski is a must, and bowling, swimming, tobogganing, disco, ski show and shopping kept us all busy.

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1st & 2nd Years DISCOFriday 5th March 1999 From 7.30pm - 10.30pm Adm. £3.

Parents please note:No primary school children permitted

CongratulationsColette Walker, County Co-ordinator for the Cadbury’s NPC Challenge Quiz, extends her congratulations to St. Mary’s B.N.S. on winning 1st place in the County Final last Sunday, (see report under Lucan B.N.S.) Congratulations are also extended to the girls from Scoil Mhuire G.N.S. on achieving 3rf place after two tense tie-breaker rounds. The girls were Sarah Argue, Emer Cooke, Jill Clarke and Siobhan Sedghi-Khoi.

Colette thanks all the schools in Lucan who entered teams in this memorable event and a special mention is made of teachers and parents who prepared the children to such a high standard

Lucan Adult Education ServiceThere are a number of vacancies in the following classes:Spellings, Communications,Childcare, Basic English.If you know of anyone who needs help with reading and writing, please contact us at L.I.F.E. Centre, Esker Hill, Lucaa Tel. 01- 6280029

Did you know...........that there is at least one Post Pillar Box in Lucan which was originally painted red?

The Post Box at Dodsboro P.O. dates from the time of Queen Victoria. Look for the “V R” (Victoria Regina) inter-twined, though well weathered, on the front

Up to the time of the Free State in 1922, all post boxes were Royal Mail red. Some bear the inscription “E R” (King Edward) and others “G R” (King George). From 1922 on, all were

painted green.

It seems odd that a relatively newly developed area like Dodsboro should have such an old- post box, while the Village was robbed of one for the benefit of Dublin 4, in the not too distant pastNext time you post that letter, take a look at your Post Box! m.m.

Rugby Win Attributed to Esker.The Irish Rugby Team stayed atFinnstown prior to their Visit to Wembley last

Saturday. One of their party visited Esker Church, where he received a bottle of Holy Water from Sacristan Joe Byrne - assured that it would do the trick. Boy did it work!

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fBest of Luck to Jody on her 30th Birthday. All her set dancing friends were seen in Kennys on Friday night.

Primrose Hill House & Gardens close this Sunday until mid June when once again visitors will be welcome to see the lovely display of flowers and plants.

We were sorry to hear this week of the death of Fr. Des Dockery, (PP Rathdrum & Harolds Cross) and Fr. Con O’Keefe (P.E. Bohemabreena). May they rest in peace.

We had a look at the road repairs done by the Co. Council on the hill up to Lucan Heights last Thursday. They have put in a fairly substantial drain - let’s hope it solves the major flooding there.

We encourage people to support the Women’s World Day of Prayer, which will be held this year in St. Mary’s Parish Centre. People put a lot of work into arranging this annual event. They deserve to have a good number of people present.

There seems to be no sign to say when work wil be finished at Texaco - isn’t it a huge job?

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LOTTO RESULTSThere was no winner of last Sunday nights jackpot o f £700. Numbers drawn were 8.18.21.24. Winners of £10 were; Lynn Flannery; John Kelly, 50 Hillcrest Park; Dessie Mulligan, C/o T.Smith; F.Farrell, C/o M-Mulhall; McCaffrey Family, Westmanstown (Note the new address!!); Pat O’Keeffe, C/o P.McGann; N. Walsh, 27 BaUyowen Ave.;C. Whelan, 23 Ballyowen Crescent; Hurson Family; Tommy McCormack. This week we play for £900. Lotto team captain will be Sean McCaffrey.

RESULTSSen. F/B League. Lucan 0-11, Ballyboden 1-8 Ballyboden were the happier team after this game as a poor refereeing decision robbed Lucan of the two points. A perfectly good goal by Conor Bresnan was disallowed giving our opponents the chance to get downfield and score the equaliser. A good team performance against one of Dublin’s top clubs. Well done boys.U/16 F/B League. Lucan 3-14, Erin’s Isle 2-9 Lucan won this game more easily than the score suggests. Great scores from ADuff, AKavanagh, B.Fox, J.Twomey, D.Brennan,T.Bradley and N.Flynn secured the points for Lucan.The U/10 ‘A ’ football team had a veiy comprehensive win over Ballyboden. Scorers were too numerous to mention.

NOTESMany thanks to Ailish McGarrigle, Hugh McNulty, Donal Griffin, Eoin Mularkey and all who helped to make the hurling presentation night last Saturday such a resounding success. Our thanks to Larry Ryan and Michael O’Grady for their attendance and words of encouragement.

Congratulations to J.Twomey, AD uff, J.Byme and D.Brennan on their selection to the Dublin

13U/16 Hurling panel and also to D.Mitchell on hi selection for the Dublin U/15 Hurling panel.

^^-fl-Good luck boys.Many thanks to all the supporters who turned

fr ^ up for our various club games last weekend. Your presence on the sideline is always appreciated. Please try to attend one of this weekends many fixtures.Good luck to R-Doolan, M.Behan and A Casey who are still involved in the Dublin Junior trials.Good wishes from mentors and teammates to Eddie Carroll who leaves for Australia this Saturday.

CEULI NOTESCeili and Set dancing classes resume next

^ Tuesday March 2nd at 8 .15 pm. Ceili this Friday February 26th at 9.30 pm. All are welcome.

SOCIAL NEWSThis Saturday night sees the return of the ever popular "Imperial Imps’ showband. You are advised to come early.Next Saturday March 6th Music will be providec by "Spotlights’.

FIXTURESSaturday: U/16 F/B C/Ship V StKevins / Killians, Islandbridge, 2 pm. U/13 F/B V An Caislean / St James Gaels, Drimnagh Castle,3.30 pm; U/14 F/B V St.Olafs, 12thLock, 3.30 pm; U/9 Group 3 V Kilmacud Crokes "B’ , Deerpark, 10.30 am; U/9 Group 4, No fixture; U /ll Group 2 V StMarks, McGee Park, 1 1 am U/10 ‘A’ Group 3 V StOlafs, Willsbrook, 1 1 am; U/10 ‘B’ Group 4 V St.Judes "B’ , Tymon North, 10.30 am; U/12 Group 5 V Liffey Gaels, Liffey Park, 1.00 pm; Please check time with your manager.Sunday: Sen.F/B V de Paul Cup V Round Towers, 12th Lock, 3 pm; Jun. ‘A’ F/B Conlon Cup V St.Margarets, S t Margarets, 3 pm; Jun.’B’ F/B O’Broin Cup V St. Sylvesters,A G .P. 3 pm’ Inter Hurling League V Raheny, 12th Lock, 4 pm; Junior Hurling League V O’Dwyers, Balbriggan, 1 1 am; Minor ‘A ’ F/B Jim King Cup V Good Counsel, Galtymore Road, 1 1 am; Minor ‘B ’ F/B Joe O’Hara Cup V

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LUCAN PITCH & PUH CLUBThe Lotto numbers drawn Sunday 2 1st - 4.11.20. Not won. £10 Winners; Christy Kane, Jack Cassidy, Clare Furlong, Monica Queers. Jackpot next Sunday 28th £?.The semi-finals The of The Michael McCroiy Winter Leagues pairings to be played on Sunday 28th. Dan Coady, Noel Shanaghan, Peggy Croke, Mick Hutchen will play Junior Smith, Adian O’Brien, Pat Lee and Dorothy McGrath at 10.30 am. Second semi Jimmy Thompson, Leo Holmwood, Joe Cochran and Rosaleen Thompson will play Tony Keane, Geny O’Comior, Tony Larkin and Trish Tully at 1 1 am. In the quarterfinals Peggy Croke kept the flay flying for the ladies coming from 2 down chipping in at the last to beat Gearoid O Fiadh. The thunderous applause and triumphant cheer, which greeted this result, will be long remembered by Gearoid The members and committee extend their deepest sympathy to the family of the late Mary Duffy. May she rest in peace.

LUCAN UTD.U/10: Lucan 0, W.F.T.A. 2 Lucan gave a good account of themselves against a solid and skilful W .F.T.A side. Michael Donnelly was inspirational in goal and made some excellent saves.U/9: Rivermount Boys 6, Lucan 4 A good performance from Lucan who were unlucky to lose this game. Scorers Keith Croke 3, Joss Heffeman L

BEECH PARK F.C.U/8E: Beech Park 6, Firhouse 0 A great and exciting match with Ciaran Ryan opening the scoring sheet with a beautiful goal followed by goals from Stephen Byrne, Sean Newcombe, David Tapley, Ray Cullen and Aaron Cribben, but great performances from the rest of the team, Sinead Dowling, Thomas Smith,

ST.MARY’S BRIDGE CLUBResults Monday 22nd February tJ jp L N/S:1. Leoni Mohan, Kay Cullen. -2. Kathleen Collery, J.H.Williams3. P.Hynes, N.Brennan.E/W:1. Ann Boothman, Peggy Kelly2. M.Murray, P.Doyle3. D.Rochford, Wm.DoyleDon’t forget to put your name down for the “Presidents Prize” as soon as possible.

WESTON HOCKEY CLUBThe Men’s 2nd and 3rd teams had a free weekend The Men’s lsts travelled to Railway Union in 2nd place in their League, one point behind the leaders Pembroke. While Pembroke could only draw with their opposition Weston were unable to take advantage of this by loosing to Railway by 4 goals to 1. However, this setback still leaves them in 2nd place, 2 points behind the leaders.The Ladies 2nds had no game. The Ladies lsts travelled to Dublin University who have a new Astroturf pitch on superb lands at Glasnevin and lost by 3-1. While Weston scored in the first five minutes through a breakaway goal by Siobhan Donachie superbly taken, DCU levelled within 3 minutes. The score stood at 1-1 at halftime with Weston having the better chances and coming near to scoring on several occasions. Within 2 minutes of the 2nd hald DCU went ahead through generous defending by Weston from a penalty comer and added a third 4 minutes later. Weston pushed for the equalizer leaving gaps at the back and but for superb goalkeeping by Annemarie the final score could have been 6-1.For further information please ring the Office 6219026.

LUCAN HARRIERS & ATHLETIC CLUB Dublin Indoor Championships - Santrv Juveniles / JuniorsWell done to everyone who competed in the Indoors on Sunday. To Louise Beime who came

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1st in the U/13 800m. to Marie O’Neill who came2nd in the U/16 800m. Well done to P.Hamill who came 1st, A.O’Brien who came 2nd andS.Davis who came 3rd in the U/14 shot. Well done to J.Dwyer who came 3rd in the U/15 shot. Don't forget to meet tins Sunday up at the Esker Track at 10.50 am sharp, to be collected by the coach.The National Interclub Cross CountryThe National Interclub Cross Country was held in Stranorlar, Co.Donegal. The McGee family did very well and were represented by Conor who ran at Senior level. Conor had an excellent run he came 13th which was superb considering the horrific conditions he had to endure w ith mud up to his knees. It was definitely Cross Country at its best!!Fintan the youngest brother of Conor ran at the same Cross Country event, he did very well in the Juniors, he came 29th. Well done!!Dublin Novice Road Race Championships - Sunday 28th February Lucan Harrier are hosting this event. Ladies 2 Miles Road Race. Men 4 Road Race.Tea / Cakes kindly donated by Superquinn. Good luck to everyone competing.Good luck to our Juniors / Juveniles competing in the Dublin indoors in Santry this Sunday. Management Meeting Due to circumstances beyond our control the Management meeting will be held on Monday 1st March instead of the previous date, Tuesday 2nd March at 8.45 pm. The meeting will be held in the Esker Lawns office. zs. $

PUB QUIZAll members past and present we need your support on Tuesday night 8.30 pm, 2nd March 1999 in Courtney’s Pub. Spot prizes galore.Fun night guaranteed and at the same time helping your community. Don’t think about it, just come along and bring your friends.We hope to see you on the night!!Table of 4 = £12.New members always welcome. Phone the office for more details - 6219026.

LUCAN BRIDGE CLUBWednesday 17 th N.S.1

* 0V. *Ann Bums, Una Jordan Deena McKenna. Carmel Doocey2nd:

3rd: May Donnelly, Catherine YeatesE.W.1st: Nancy McSweeney. Kathleen McGarrigle 2nd: Mgt. Cunningham, Jacinta McKelvey 3rd: Joan Mullane, Eileen McCrory.

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DandelionsHere at last to pay my respects There's a yellow carpet on the grave. It looks pretty from a distance like it has been laid with love.Close up I see it’s dandelions.A man with tearful eyes kneels at a grave close by replenishing a vase with daffodils He looks up but doesn't speak.If he asks I'll confess this is my mother’s grave and say I’d meant to come before but life got in the way;I have commitments, time is scarce and it’ s not an easy journey.My mother would have smiled and said dandelions are flowers too. John Clement Bird

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USEFUL SERVICES 16 USEFUL SERVICESBlindmakers Ltd..(Perns Malone), Cooldnnagh, Lucan. We manufacture all types. Full repair service. Factory prices. Ph. 6210100/ 088-2539628 anytime, fax. o21180i .Truck & Driver available for all furnitureremovals. No job too small. Ph. 6241379. j.Music for your Wedding. Organist / Bagpiper. ^ Male or female singer available. Ph. 6262076 / 6264137/088-2689812.Keane Windows Ltd. Repairs to Alum. & uPYC windows, doors, patio doors, locks, handles, hinges glass, double glazed units. Ph. 6274455. Painting/Decorating. Exterior /Interior. Exp. Tradesperson. Affordable. Efficient. Reliable. "Work Guaranteed”. Contact Peter at 4570050. Mob. 088-2741205.Painter / Decorator available. First class work guaranteed at very reasonable rates. Ph. 6240815. Lucan Dog Grooming & Boarding (Grooming: small / medium dogs only). Peamount Lane; off Lucan/Newcastle Rd. between Polly Hops & Hospital - beside Driving Range. Tel. 6240512. Roofer Available. Repairs, new roofs, chimneys gutters etc. No job too small. Ph. 6231148.

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Evening Calls Arranged. Ph./Fax. 4514970

Having a Party? Meats, salads, rolls etc. Personal supervision. Buffet style. £2.25 per head. Ph. Betty 6262168 or 6240505.'Brides Wedding Cakes for the best quality, service & the best price, you can depend on us. Ph.6282573M argaret's School of Motoring. Approved driving Instructor. English Trained. All areas covered. Margaret McElligott Ph. 0405-57103 / 088-2748429 Flowers for every occasion. Weddings, funerals, birthdays etc. Molly 6211272 / 6265278 Cakes Made and Decorated. Wedding cakes a speciality. Sugarcraft flowers. Icing service also available. Phone Carmel 6285292 St. M an 's School of Motoring. Member of the Institute of Advanced Motoring. Free collection. Dual control. Pre-test. Ph. 6244509 Experienced Window Cleaner available. Ph. 6283380

LaminatedWooden Floors in wide range of finishes Fully fitted from 23.95 per sq. yard. Ph. 6212318/088-2635954Painting, Decorating, paper hanging, rag-rolling, graining. Interior, exterior. Free estimates. Ph. 6286916/088-2180203Cadet School of Motoring Pre-test specialists. All routes covered. Expert tuition. Your car or ours. Gift tokens. Member D.I.R. Ph. 6281287 / 087-2636356Local Plumber Heating, plumbing, boiler service. Pumps, immersions, showers, toilets, interlinks etc. Ph. 6280707/086-2648851 Electrician Available RECI Reg. House rewiring, fuse-boards replaced, extra light s & sockets, security lighting, house alarms installed. Estimates free. Ph. 6240673 / 088-2173251 Carpentry Kitchens, doors, wardrobes, hardwood floors, general carpentry. Ph. Pierce 6211542 / 086- 8173847Kim's Kuts Mobile Hairdressing Service. Ph.6240689 / 088-2724023

Kathleen McKeon Beauty ClinicC.I.B.T.A.C. C.I.D.E.S.C.O. S.AC.

* Special Beauty Treatments ^Electrolysis*Mediwave cnon-surgicaT Face Lift *Sunbed *Gift Vouchers Available

Main St. Lucan (over Lynch's Londis) 01-6282595

C.V's, Theses, Reports etc - all typing done to deadlines - contact Derbhile 8208474 George Gregory Painter & Decorator. First class work. Estimates free. Reasonable rates. Ph. 6214541 / 088-2685762_______________________________

One Step Beyond Barber Shop(opp Boys School, Lucan Village)

Ph. 6283141Hours:Mon - Thurs. 9.30-6.00; Late Fri. 9.30-6.45;

Sat. 9.30-5.30.Children all ages welcome. Open lunch hours

Dax Wax on Sale

AH W eather Gutters. Wavin, Marley. All roof work. Gutters repaired & cleaned. Free estimates. No job too small. Ph. Frank 6243671 UP VC Fascia & Soffit Gutters & downpipes. No leaks, no rust, no painting, range of colours, maintenance free. Free estimate ph. 6245793

USEFUL SERVICES 17.Registered Builder available for extensions, renovations etc. For free quote ring 8384883 / 087- 2046769Jav-Bee Landscapes. Lawns laid, Gardens cleaned. Ail rubbish removed. On-going maintenance catered for. Ph. 6264792

Westside Window CleaningLucan

Home and CommercialM on - Sat

Phone 6240809 / 086-8373114

Word Processing Services. New Packard Bell computer & laser printer. C.Vs., letters, projects, theses etc. 7 - day service. Tel. 6280840 LC Decorating Services. Painting, paperhanging, Professional work guaranteed. Interior / exterior.Ph. Liam 6266150 / 087-2494982 Lucan Window Cleaning. Very reasonable prices, 6 day service, can call to you every 4 weeks, home or business. Ph. Aidan 6283397 / 086-2468886 Plasterer Tradesman. Ceilings coved, dry lining & insulation, repair work, general plastering. Ph. 6241407

Forever Living Products - Aloe VeraA r e y o u s u f f e r i n g f r o t t u

Arthritis, Psoriasis/Eczema, Asthma, Digestive Problems, Lack of Energy, Acne,

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Gates Locally made to size in timber or steel. Also railings, window guards etc. Ph. 6283276 / 086- 2677906For All Your Plumbing Needs. No job too small. Also oil burner servicing. Ph. 6241635 for free estimates.

Quality Garden ShedsEverlasting Steel Roof

lined inside -with polythene.Skylight or Window

pq lifted Floor beamed every foot, strong Contact Ballyowcn Nurseries, Ballyowen

Lane, Lucan (behind Foxhunter) Ph. 6265592

USEFUL SERVICESReflexology Annamarie Hand, qualified practitioner. Member of Irish Reflexologists Institute. For appointment Tel. 01-6249765 Mother of Two would like to care for another child. Tel. 6219994/088-2705491 Tropicana Tanning Rooms - Get ready for Summer. Call Kay for details of special offers at 6210656Electrician Domestic, commercial, industrial installations. House rewiring, sockets, lights, showers, alarms. Free estimates. Ph. 087-2719359 / 6247497Aloe Vera. The natural nutritional healthy way for all the family. Ph. Catherine 6211792 / Eithne 6249932Carpenter Available. Dados, skirting, doors etc.Ph. 8220351 evenings.

Lucan Family CentreCounselling / Psychotherapy

Individuals, Couples, Families Carys Morrow, B .S c . , B .A . ( P s y c h o l o g y )

M . P s y c h . S c . ( P s y c h o t h e r a p y )

2, Hanbury Lane, Lucan TeL 6217022 for appointment

Individual & Goup Counselling Mary DalyM.A.O.T.I. A.N.A.P.C.P. Relaxation & stress management. 2, Church View, Main St., Lucan. Ph. 088-2738406

CLASSES.GRINDS.PLAYSCHOOLS.Pat M urphy's Set Dancing Class has resumed in Kenny’s Lounge on Monday nights 8pm to 10pm. Beginners welcome.Guitar Lessons. Learn chords, scales, theory & techniques. Ph. 6283114 Adventure Baby & Child Care Services opp. B.N.S. Lucan, offering full-time care from 0 - 3 yrs. Contact Niamh at 6281986 Experienced Teacher available to give grinds in biology, maths and science. All levels. Ph. 6280129 Easi-Slim Classes every Monday 7-8pm at St. Mary’s Parish Centre, Church Grounds, Lucan Art Workshop for Children, Cottage Studio, Lucan. Saturday morning 27® Feb. aged from 8 years to 18 years. Arts & Crafts, drawing, painting, clay etc. Snacks & materials supplied, 10.30am- 2.00pm. Next month (March) workshop will be held in St. Mary's Parish Centre. Watch the Newsletter for details. Ph. 6282007 Bemi

CLASSES.GRINDS.PLAYSCHOOLS ETCIrish Dancing Classes. Wed. 3-5 Parish Hall. Pee £2.00. Age 4-15 years (Boys,Girls). Teacher Marie Ward. Ph. 4623265

Computer Learning Centres - Adult Courses' Starting March 8th

Lessons for Dummies (for the total novice). Introductory' (for the “know some - want more”)

Mornings & EveningsEuropean Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)

4 weeks - special courses to be ntn during the early evenings for month of June / July. 10 places

available per month. Ph. Futurekids. Lucan 6280301

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WANTEDLeaving Cert. 1999 English (honours) student seeks grind from experienced teacher. Tel. 6283193 Bass Guitar Lesson wanted. Ph. 6282557

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House for Sale, Cel bridge, 4 bed semi-detached. Contact Ann 6280262Pink Sittingroom Curtains 90h. / 90w. Fully lined, brass rail, bargain £50 the lot. Ph. 6211792 Sitting Room Suite 2.2.1, deep pink, £500 ono. Dining room suite, mahogany, veneer, 4 chairs, 2 carvers, £400 ono. All excellent condition. Ph.6263229House Clearance. 2 fireside chairs £ 15 each. Brassy ^ ... coloured trolley £25. Pair mahogany coloured bedside lockers £20. Single bed complete £40. Ph. lJ3,-L 62632291990 Nissan Micra - sunroof, alarm imobiliser. £2500. Ph. 6283119Single Bed (very clean) with white headboard. Sell the lot £50 ono. Ph. 6282151 Communion Dress with head dress & veil. Perfect condition. Bought £2230. Sell £100. Ph. 6283645 after 6pmWhite Cane 2 Seater Sofa £50. White cane single headboard £25. Large white cane mirror £25. White locker £15. Ph. 6283065 Football Boots Lotto, size 2 Z2 £5. Beaver’s neckerchief & woggle (Esker) £4. Philips cassette radio £16. All perfect. Tel. 6241331 Tovota Corolla 1984 with engine replacement. 86,000. JVC radio cass. £900 ono. Very good condition. Ph. 6210303Pink Sittingroom Curtains 901./ 90w. fully lined & brass rail. Bargain at £50 the lot. Ph. 6211792

FOR SALEBlack Ash Diningroom Table with 4 matching chairs. Also 2 free-standing shelf units in black ash for £230 ono. 3 breakfast bar stools £40. Ph.6275430 eveningsSuper Nintendo & 4 games. Troyaikman football, Killer Instinct, Donkey Kong, Fifa. Might need new plug & two controls £35. Ph. 6211792 Solid Natural Oak kitchen table £130. Solid natural oak occasional table £95. Solid natural oak coffee table £75. 2 American style sun loungers, hand made, natural wood £80 each. Ph. 6281901 Communion Dress size 26. Simple but unusual design. £50 ono. Ph. 6241740 Car Manuals Fiat 131, VW Golf, Jetta and Scirocco, Ford Cortina Mk IV & (MK V) 1.3. Ford Cortina Mk IV & (MK V) 1.6 & 2.0. £7 each. Ph. 6241740Raleigh Max Bike, 15 gears, never used, unwanted prize. Ph. 6281592Two Pairs full length, fully-lined curtains, blue, grey, pink stripe, as new. Can be seen hanging. Bargain £175. Ph. 6249993 Peugeot 205 Van 1992 . 90k miles. Good condition. Price £1,200. Ph. 6240627 Squire Stratocaster Electric Guitar and hard case & amplifier. Complete set of childcraft books, as new. Ph. 6282758Flvmo E25 MiniMo £25 & Flymo TurboCompact 300 £85. Ph. 6283699Black & Decker Law n raker & fertiliser spreader £55. Ph. 6283699Novum 5cu.ft Fridge, one year in use, perfect condition £50. One large arm chair, green £30. One man’s bicycle used just a couple of times, as new £75. Ph. 6249830 after 6pm White Cane Settee £50. White cane large mirror £25. White cane single headboard £25. White locker £15. All above ideal for bedroom. Ph. 6283065 Very Unusual Wooden Window Boxes, must be seen. £15 tilled with flowers or £10 each. Ph. 6283065Fire Place, good condition. Ph. 6240485 3 Year Old Philips radio-tape player, record door broke but still works. Price between £1 5 -2 0 pounds. Ph. 6280833Three Wooden High Stools with padded seats. Ph. 6280639Diadora Boots. One pair of Diadora-Baggio boots,size 6. 3 months old, excellent condition. Bought for£35. Price £15. Ph. 6280833Sega Megadrive 2. 11 games. Mortal Kombat 2,3,Sonic the Hedgehog, Golden Axe, Streets of Rage,Shrobi etc. Good condition, with case £40 ono. Ph.6280833

19.FOR SALEGarage Door, galvanised, 83” x 84”, up and over, £100 ono. Ph. 6280550Ladies Mountain Bike as new, no reasonable offer refused. Ph. 6241953Car - Citroen AX 1990, llOOtrs, metallic blue, good condition, 1250 ono. Ph. 6279021 Superser Heatei*& bottle £15. Ph. 6282987 4 Cots £25 each, may suit creche. Twin buggy £50 ono. Ph. 6281751Chesterfield Suite 3+2+1, cream, peach / pastel colours. Reversible cushions. Very good condition. £400 ono. Ph. 6247132

SITUATIONS VACANTHairdressing: 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Year Trainees wanted. Also part-time Stylist for new salon in Lucan. Ph. 6211539Person Wanted to mind four children on part-time basis. 20 hrs weekly from end February until May, mostly evenings. Ph. 6240447 Finnstown Country House Hotel Housekeeping staff wanted, mornings only. Tel. Imelda 01- 6280644Lady Required to work in a busy creche in the Lucan area. Mostly mornings, must be flexible. Experience with children necessary. Ph. Teresa 6261048Person Required for cleaning, 4 hours per week, Beech Park, Refs. Essential. Tel. 6219739 Childminder Required for 2 children, 4 days a week, part-time hours. Ph. 6282955 Babysitter Wanted. Must be available Saturday nights. Call 6282987 Lounge Staff required, male / female, Lucan area. Ph. 6265396

VacancySt. Mary’s Parish Centre

Security / Caretaking PersonTo participate in the Parish Centre as a

member of our FAS C.E.Scheme. Please phone 6283553 or call to St. Mary’s

Parish Centre for further details. Derek Keating, Admin.FAS/CES Supervisor.

Experienced E.F.L. Teacher required (Lucan), part-time, mornings. Tel. 6219039 / 086-2731110

ACCOMMODATIONLouisburg, Mayo. Holiday house to let, new, all conveniences, Blue Flag beaches, sleeps 6. Ph. 6240471 (7-9pm)

ACCOMMODATIONLucan-Leixlip. Room to let in comfortable modem house. Own TV room, all mod cons. All bills included. Ph. 6214329 anytime.To Let - Celbridge. 4 bedroomed house, with conservatory, ofch, fully furnished, suitable for 4 professional people or couple. £600. Ph. 6281363 Accommodation Required. French students (Lucan area) 1,2,3,4 students per house (4 nights from Apr. 8^-12^). Ph. Active English 6219039 / 086-2731110

The Imperial Imps ShowbandAppearing this weekend

Fri 26th Westmanstown Golf Club (Dinner Dance sold out)Sat 27th Lucan Sarsfields GAA Club Sun 28th Arklow

For Bookings phone Billy 6240368

RATES FOR ADVERTISINGFor Sale & Wanted ads. are charged at a rate of 50p for 15 words or less.Lost & Found ads. carry No Charge.All Business ads. i.e. Useful Services, Grinds, Play Schools, Classes, For Sale (Business), Accommodation etc. are charged at a rate of £1 for 15 words or less.All Advertisements containing more than 15 words are charged at a rate of lOp for every word in the entire ad.’Large Advertisements must be negotiated at the Newsletter Office, Parish Centre, Church Grounds, Lucan, on THURSDAYS ONLY from 10.30am to 12.00 noon. It is best to book large advertisements one week in advance.No Business Advert will be carried for two consecutive weeks, with only ONE AD. per person or business.Advertisements should be placed in an envelope containing the correct payment and dropped to any of the following addresses NOT LATER THAN

WEDNESDAY 10pm* S t Mary’s Parish Centre, Church

Grounds, Lucan.* 157, Esker Lawns, Lucan.* 3, Hillcrcst Walk, Lucan.Please do not ring doorbells when dropping in items for the Newsletter.The Editor of Lucan Newsletter is Rev. Philip Bradley, C.C.

CHURCH NOTICES -28™ FEBRUARY- 2 * SUNDAY OF LENT

Week Beginning 28th February, 1999Sunday Masses: Vigil, Saturday 7.30 pm 9, 10, 11,12 noon and 7 pm W eekday Masses: Monday to Friday 7.45 am, 10 am and 7.30 pm Friday: 1st Friday o f the month. Masses as above.Saturday: 10 am onlyMonday: Novena Prayers and Benediction after 7.30 pm Mass with Adoration until 8.30 pmConfession Times: Saturday, after 10 am Mass and from 12-12.30 pm In the evening from 7-7.20 pm and after the 7.30 pm Mass Baptisms: 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month at 1 pm. Please give at least two weeks notice to avail o f Preparation Programme. As numbers are limited to 8 children please book before making arrangements.Deepest Sympathy: to the wife, parents and sisters of Stephen Coleman late of

* Elmbrook, Lucan, also to the family o f M ike Cowan, late of Newcastle Road ; May they rest in peace.

ST.PATRICK’S Sunday M asses: Vigil, Saturday 7.30 pm, 9, 10,11, 12 noon and 7.30 pmESKER/DODSBORO Exposition every Saturday from 6-7.15 pm

Weekday Masses: Monday to Friday, 9.10 a m , 10 am 7.30 pm Saturday: 10 am onlyConfession Times: Saturday afterTO am and 7.30 pm Masses Baptisms: Every Sunday at 12.45pm and are limited to no more than 5 babies on any Sunday.

Sunday Masses: Vigil, Saturday 6.30 pm, 10.30 am and 12 noon Mass will be celebrated at 1 pm in Lucan Sports & Leisure Centre Weekday Masses: Monday to Friday, 9.15 am Confession Times: Saturday after VigilBaptisms: Every Sunday at 3 pm. We limit our Baptisms to four children each week. Please book early. Two weeks notice necessary

ST.ANDREWS CHURCH OF IRELAND

LUCANMETHODISTCHURCH

LUCANPRESBYTERIANCHURCH

2nd Sunday of L entSunday: 8.15 am Celebration of Holy Communion10.00 am Morning Prayer. Celebrant and Preacher at these services Rev. Canon W. Sydney Laing priest in charge during vacancy.Wednesday: 10.00 am Celebration of Holy Communion with intercessions for the sick. Quiet Room, Parish Centre8.00 Lenten Evening Service - StM ary’s LeixlipEach morning during Lent 10.00 prayers - Quiet Room, Parish Centre

Sunday: 10.00 am -W orld Development - Rev.Rosemary Lindsay, Dr. Shelagh Waddington

Sunday: 10.00 am Morning Worship - Rev.Dr. Trevor W. J.Morrow

DIVINE MERCY LUCAN SOUTH

ST. MARY’S LUCAN