shannon scene issue 14 sept oct 10

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September/October 2010

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Inside:Health & Fitness Feature RINS 92.5FM Radio Blitz

‘Beat the Streets’ is backChildren’s Book Festival

coming soon to the iClub wwwtheiClub.ie

Brian Gleeson...jewellery with passion

GOLDSMITHS

You must visit my shop in Ballycasey and view the excellent value in diamond rings and wedding bands in the privacy of our viewing room where you will be greeted with a friendly smile and superior customer care.

Planning on getting engaged or married this year?

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Ballycasey Craft & Design Centre, Shannon, Co Clare

www.gleesongoldsmiths.ie

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Health & Fitness Feature ........4-7Hallowe’en .......................................8Shannon Hibs News ....................9Shannon Bowls Club ................ 10Shannon Flyers ........................... 10Shannon Musical Society ....... 10‘Beat the Streets’ ........................ 11DATES FOR YOUR DIARY ....... 12DIRECTORY.............................. 14Eucharistic Adoration ............... 15CLASSIFIED ADS ..................... 16Shannon Town Utd Notes....... 17Shannon Library ........................ 18Childrens Book Festival ........... 18COMMUNITY NOTICE BOARD . 19RINS FM ......................................... 20PUZZLE PAGE ......................... 22

LIST OF ADVERTISERSA Cherished Mind .........................5Aero Spinning ................................4Art & Craft Company ...................1Angel Flowers ................................3Attic Stairs .......................................9Ballycasey Art Studio ...................8Ballymorris Pottery ................... 15

Bit of a Do ........................................3Brian Gleeson Goldsmith ...........1Bunratty Candles ....................... 15Conference & Events ................ 18Complete Insulation ................. 23The Costume Shop.................... 22D & H Aluminium ....................... 19Educo Gym ......................................7The Fairy Queen ......................... 19I Club .................................................2Kids Party Club ........................... 14LCE .................................................. 20MC Autos ...................................... 11Park Magic .................................... 15RINS FM ......................................... 21R & R ............................................... 17Sky Shop ....................................... 24Shanahans Paints & Interiors . 18Shannon Flowers ....................... 20Shannon PT ....................................4Shannon Tyres ............................ 11Shannon Scene Directory ....... 10Special Branch Tree Services ....9Sports Injury & Acupuncture ....6Ultimate Health Clinic .................5

CONTENTS

DisclaimerThe views/opinions expressed by the authors of articles published in this magazine are those of the individual author and are not necessarily the views shared by the publisher. All articles accepted are on the assumption that they have the correct permissions with all sources credited where necessary. Dates and information quoted are believed correct at time of going to press but are subject to change without notice. No responsibility is accepted for any errors or omissions. Printing of advertisements is in no way an endorsement of the company or individual by Scene Media. Reproduction of this magazine in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited.

The Shop For Childrens Fashions

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Open 10-5.30 weekdays, 10-5 Saturdays. Free parking.

• Mayoral• Eliane et Lena• Elle• Coco• ClaireKids• Dieseland many more new brands and new styles

Autumn/Winter stock arriving dailyincluding NEW Timberland range!

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Wonderful Wedding FlowersAll bridal requirements catered for

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Copy deadline for next issue Christmas 2010 is 12 November Published by Scene MediaUnit 7, Elite Business Park, Smithstown, Shannon, Co ClareTel: 086 371 4804, Email: [email protected], Web: www.shannonscene.comDesigned by Scene Media 086 371 4804 Printed by McNamara Printers 061 361782

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A fortunate but sometimes frustrating aspect of being human beings is that we are very conscious of how we look and feel. This is partly due to the fact that our brains closely link physical well being with emotions of contentment - if we are feeling terrific about ourselves physically, then it will follow that we are much happier about life in general.Conversely, if we are feeling overweight, out of condition and physically wrecked, then we are likely to be a bit depressed and probably seek solace in the very

things we should be avoiding, like junk food or too much alcohol.Nutrition and exercise are inexorably connected, and if both are done correctly, the result is a person who feels great about themselves and conveys that image to everyone else. But health and fitness needs motivation (unfortunately) so why not join your local gym or leisure centre or join some local exercise classes. The next few pages should give you some inspiration for getting fit and healthy in time for all those Christmas parties!

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SHANNON P.T. providing:Physical Therapy Treatments &Occupational Health Training

W: www.shannonpt.com E: [email protected] House, Shannon Town Centre, Co. ClareTel: 061 719 583 Mob: 086 828 3751

SHaNNON PT

Aerospinning FitnessSpinning Classes to suit all levels of fitness

Lunchtime Classes: Mon & Weds @ 12.30 - 1pmEvening Classes: Tues & Thurs @ 5pm & 8pm,

Mon - Wed 30 x 30 @ 5pm & 8pm(SPIN for 30 mins & BODYTONE for 30mins with Jackie)

TEL: ANTHONY ON 086 8116246SHANNON LEISURE CENTRE

aErOSPiNNiNgAerospinning has taken the Shannon area by storm since its first introduction last year,Spinning is a worldwide organization that consists of an indoor stationary cycling class for all levels of fitness, it is a low impact workout that can be tailored to suit your level of fitness & the personal goals you want to achieve, whether it’s weight loss, general fitness, or toning.The spinning programme welcomes participants of all fitness levels, whether you’re a beginner or a skilled athlete, both start at the same place and successfully complete a 45 minute workout to upbeat music together.These are a few reasons why the spinning program has become so popular, at many facilities there are waiting lists for workouts, and the trained spinning instructors are there to guide you from start to finish.Aerospinning is currently operating 10 classes from the Shannon Leisure centre - see ad on this page for more details.

Shannon Injury Clinic operating from Peach House in Shannon Town Centre is now Shannon PT. Shannon PT provides Physical Therapy Treatments and Occupational Health Training.

Physical TherapyProviding hands-on treatment for a range of Musculo-skeletal conditions including:Sports Injuries / Back ache / work related injuries / Rehab/exercise programs. All Consultations are conducted on a 1 to 1 basis.continued on page 6

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For further information and a detailed brochure please contact:5 Shannonville, Ennis Road, LimerickT: 061 322011 Quinn Business Park, Quinn Road, EnnisT: 065 6843311

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sceneUlTimaTE HEalTH CliNiCA new health revolution is taking place in Ireland as a result of a preference towards outdoor activity as the preferred means of exercise combined with complementary health treatments such as colonic hydrotherapy. According to the managing therapist of Ultimate Health Clinic in Limerick and Ennis, Caroline Danaher, people are recognizing the value of looking after their systems which are the main promoters of health, particularly colons. Maintaining a healthy colon is now recognised as one of the most important organs for a variety of reasons. The three main functions of the colon are final digestion of our food, the elimination of digestive residue and the discharge of toxins and wastes from our body.Caroline Danaher explained ‘Alternative therapies like colon hydrotherapy and colonic irrigation are not just for detoxification, rejuvenation and restoration of good colon health. They also may be instrumental in preventing the occurrence of disease.’ Poor diet, improper food-combining and lack of dietary fiber make maintenance of a healthy colon virtually impossible. Virtually all weight challenges can be traced

A Cherished Mind is a private and confidential service offering a therapeutic environment where the worries or concerns you have are listened to and where we will assist you in dealing with these concerns

in a safe, secure, relaxed environment.Call in confidence to make an appointment,or request a call-back.

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A Cherished Mind Counseling & Psychotherapy

061 361131 ~ 086 806 7991

a CHEriSHEd miNdA Cherished Mind is a private and confidential counselling service which offers a therapeutic environment wherein no judgements are made, where the troubles, worries or concerns you have are listened to.It is a place where we will assist you in dealing with these concerns in a safe, secure, and relaxed environment. Issues a client may wish to bring to counselling could include Addictions; Anger Management; Anxiety; Bereavement; Bullying; Depression; Panic; Relationship issues; Relaxation; Self-Esteem or any small change that you feel you need to make in your life.Why not take that first step? Call in confidence on either of our numbers and make an appointment, or request a call-back. We are there to help.

to imbalances in the colon/digestive system as either a primary contributor. This may be very simple to correct by adopting an improved health regime by tackling the issues of improper diet, insufficient exercise, stress, overeating, and ignoring the “call of nature”.Ultimate Health Clinic is providing a programme to offer relief from some of the problems caused by a poorly functioning colon. This programme combining nutritional and colonic irrigation will offer relief from a variety of effects such as fatigue, constipation, headaches, irritability, skin problems and stress. Caroline Danaher explained ‘clients sense of well-being is often dramatically improved with colon irrigations. For a confidential consultation contact Ultimate Health Clinic on www.ultimatehealth.ie or 065 6843311. Ultimate Health Clinic is the longest established multi clinic facility in the Mid West providing an integrated service to include nutritional, exercise and health development advice.

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SPORTS INJURY AND ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC

8 Ballycasey Park, Shannon, Co Clare

The only clinic that combines sports injuries and acupuncture (TCM) therefore giving you faster results. Check out our website on www.tcmi.ie for a full list of

our treatments and see this page for more details.

• We only use the latest equipment! • All sports injuries treated without using needles!

• Full qualified and medically insured

All treatments covered by

To book an appointment call: 061 718616 or 087 243 6350

For information on our Acupuncture Courses see

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SPOrTS iNjUry & aCUPUNCTUrE CliNiCOur clinic is the only clinic that combines sports injuries and acupuncture therefore giving you faster results. Some of the

complaints we treat are: asthma, back pain, depression, Bells Palsy, rheumatism, paralysis, trigeminal neuralgia, hayfever, hysteria, sciatica, sinusitis, tennis elbow, infertility, morning sickness, impotence, prostatitis, addictions (food, alcohol, smoking, drugs, tranquilizers).We use the latest equipment, ie. ultrasound, electro-magnetic heat lamps, cupping, Tens machine, hot wax, faradic, vacuum suction, maxibustion, hydrotherapy, cryotherapy, audio sonic. etc.All sports injuries can be treated without using needles: neuro-muscular problems, ankle injuries, ligament injuries, hamstring/quadricep problems, frozen shoulder, etc.For more details see our advertisement on this page or go to our website: www.tcmci.ie

Never before has a programme produced such results. It is the most advanced workout programme in the world, sessions take just 20 minutes under the supervision of an Educo Gym instructor and it has the largest fat loss ever recorded under University conditions.

NutritionAt Educo Gym you are given a list of high life-force foods and supplements that have the ability to provide the body with the necessary raw material to build up your body. In simple terms, you can eat your way to a healthier body by consuming generous amounts of high life force foods.

University ResearchThe approach offered has been the subject of a university doctoral research which produced results far superior to any other test under similar conditions. This latest ground breaking research is causing quite a stir in scientific circles.

Time MachineTo allow everyone to benefit from this research it was necessary to develop a new form of exercise machine that outdates anything that has gone before. This unique advanced resistance based machine is designed to rejuvenate your body by replacing lost firm muscle tissue, reducing unsightly at, making you look and feel years younger. This machine would appear to allow a pound a day of positive change in a person’s body who passed through the machine and seemed to become their younger selves.

EdUCO gym

continued from page 6 Occupational Health Training:Providing Instruction, Certification, and Training in a range of Courses, including:Full OFA (Occupational First Aid) Courses-HSA approved OFA Refresher Courses-HSA approved CFR (Certified First Responder)-PHEC approved Defibrillator Certification- IHF approvedAlso: Manual Handling Instruction and Certification.Ergonomic (VDU / Workstation) assessments. Courses can be offered in-house or as a public course. All courses carried out by qualified Instructors.

SHaNNON PT

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SHANNON SCENE - the local magazine for shannonHallOWEEN

The celebration of Halloween started in Ireland around 100AD. Back then, Hallowe’en was a pagan festival celebrated by the Celts of Ireland who called it “Samhain”, an old Irish word meaning the ‘end of Summer’. They believed that on the eve of Samhain (Hallowe’en), the dead spirits would revisit the mortal world, so huge bonfires were lit to keep away any evil spirits. It is known in Gaelic as ‘Oíche Shamhna’ and is celebrated on the 31st of October each year. Here are just some Hallowe’en traditions which are still very much alive today.There are many stories of how the Jack O Lantern custom came about in Ireland. One old tale says it was as a result of a blacksmith called Jack who crossed the devil. He made the devil promise he would not go to hell, but when he was denied entry to heaven, he was left to

wander the earth. He told the devil he could not wander about forever in the dark and the devil tossed him an ember from the fires of hell, so Jack placed this in a hollowed out turnip. From that day, Jack roamed the earth using his Jack O Lantern to light the way. It is said that when the Irish immigrated to the States they took this Halloween tradition with them, but instead of using turnips, then began to use pumpkins as they were much more plentiful!Trick or treating originated centuries ago when the poor would go round to the rich peoples houses and ask for food or money, which they would then use for their celebration of Halloween. Nowadays, children dress up in scary costumes and go house to house trick or treating, arriving home with bags of goodies which they use for their Halloween party.Over the past number of years, people have begun decorating their house & gardens with weird and frightening ghoulish delights. Parties are

now commonplace with people readily getting into the ‘spirit’ of things. Here are a few tips to help your party go with a bang: Hire a costume from your local costume shop. Make a punch with a difference - try ‘Nuclear Waste’, made with blue Curacao mixed with orange juice and vodka. Or for kids parties, add a revolting tinge to fruit juice with a few drops of food colouring for a wicked witches’ brew.Party games are a must, not just for the children. Apple bobbing, jam doughnyts suspended on strings, feelie boxes, hidden surprises inside boxes, piles of flour with hidden treasures (accessed using your mouth only).Don’t forget to get the atmosphere right with spooky music, black light bulbs and glow sticks around the place.

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Ballycasey ArtAfter school Art & Craftsfor kids & teenagers at the Ballycasey Art studio - from September alsoEvening Art Classes for adults

Studio

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for free assessment & quotations callLiam 087 144 0605 Trevor 087 980 1269

SHaNNON HibErNiaNS NEWSSchoolboy Training ResumesSchoolboy training for this season has now resumed for 5-16 year olds, Shannon Hibernians have over 25 FAI accredited coaches who train our teams each week, we have a floodlit training area in our Riverside Park grounds and we also hold indoor training in the winter months. New players for all age groups are more than welcome, training for 5-7 year olds takes place each Monday from 6-7pm, 8 year olds Tuesdays 6-7pm, 9-10 year olds Wednesday 6-7pm, 11 year olds Thursday 6-7pm and 12 year olds Thursday 7-8pm. We would be delighted to see new young players coming down to training. For more details on training times for the rest of our teams please see www.shannonhibs.com or ring 086 8920962.Shannon Hibernians Ladies Teams

Shannon Hibernians have two ladies teams playing in the Limerick Ladies League.The ladies A team play in Division 1 while the B team play in Division 1B. Between the two teams there are over 50 registered players which shows the growing popularity of ladies soccer in the region, with the number of players almost doubling in the last two seasons.The Ladies A team season culminated in reaching the quarter final of the FAI Junior Cup where they looking to reach their second FAI Junior Cup semi-final in three years. Despite going down one nil in the first half, Hibs rallied well and went two - one ahead before their opponents Bohemians levelled the game late on. The game went to extra-time and it was Bohemians who struck the winner to send them through to the semi-final of the cup, the Shannon Hibs side can be very proud of their performance, playing some outstanding throughout the game and pushed their opponents all the way

Shannon Hibs Ladies A Team who reached the quarter final of the FAI Junior Cup

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Shannon Musical Society invite you to the launch meeting for the of their forthcoming production of ‘The Wedding Singer’ on Tuesday 7th September - venue not

yet decided at time of going to press so look out in local papers and listen to local radio for more details. It is an ideal opportunity for people interested in joining to meet with existing members and learn about the Society and this year’s show. For membership details please contact Mary on 086 3045471.

“Just after reading the July/August edition of the Shannon Scene………….. great information contained there and a lovely attractive read!Well done!”All the best from The Parish Office!

SHaNNON bOWlS ClUb NEEdS mOrE mEmbErS!

This club provides an opportunity to learn the game whilst there are no crowds to see your mistakes. We will teach beginners and also would be happy to welcome skilled players who would improve our game.Currently we are having our annual break from playing but will restart at the beginning of September, earlier if sufficient players have returned from their holidays.We play Short Mat Bowls at St. Tolas National School on Wednesday evenings: 7.30 to 9.00pm.

SHaNNON FlyErSShannon Flyers Special Olympics Club will be resuming training on 11th September in Newmarket on Fergus hall (across from the church). For further information on membership or becoming a volunteer, please contact Therese Ross on 086-8072100.

SHaNNON mUSiCal SOCiETy

Our fee per weekly play session is €5.00, no charge for first time attendees and at present we are waiving the membership fee on payment of a play session fee.In the photo the male players are behind the camera, but men are very welcome too; the ladies need us to unroll the mats before play. Come and join us.

Shannon Scenedirectory 2011

Business Directory for Shannon

To make sure your receive your FREE business listing in the new Shannon Business Directory either email your details to

[email protected] or call Judith on 086 371 4804. Deadline is 31st October 2010


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SHaNNON SOCCEr “bEaT THE STrEETS”

Following the success of the Shannon “Beat the Streets” soccer t o u r n a m e n t which took place last year for 4th 5th and 6th year students the tournament will again take place this November in Shannon.“Beat the Streets” is a soccer t o u r n a m e n t where teams

represent their housing estate or area in 5 aside matches (squad of 8) and must have an adult from the area as their manager. Last year was the first time Shannon “Beat the Streets” took place in Co. Clare and proved to be a huge success among the community. The league was an initiative of Community Garda Diarmuid O’ Brien stationed in Shannon and FAI county development officer in Co. Clare, Denis Hynes. Up to 70 teenagers from Shannon and the surrounding areas took part in the league over the four week period in November seeking to claim the title as Shannon “Beat the Streets” Champions. The league which got the backing of FAI got huge support from the community of Shannon and surrounding areas. Wolfe Tones GAA club generously sponsored their astro turf

facilities, and the Order of Malta headed by paramedic Ian Gallagher provided an ambulance and fist aid facilities throughout the league. The Football clubs in Shannon were of great help with members such as John Kelly (Shannon Town FC) and Donal McGee (Bunratty FC) refereeing games throughout the League. The perpetual trophy which was presented to the winners “Sixmilestoshannnon” was sponsored by Jim Madden of the Clare District Soccer League and the winners will receive tickets to a Republic of Ireland International soccer match at the new Aviva Stadium in Dublin. These were also sponsored by the FAI. The surprise and star guest on the night of last year’s final was former Ireland and international Soccer player Ray Houghton who presented the cup to Garda O’Brien on behalf of the FAI. Mr Houghton chatted among the kids and stood for photos with each team before the games started. An initiative like Shannon “Beat the Streets” is a prime example of how a community based initiative can provide an alternative activity for teenagers in Shannon and the surrounding areas during the winter months. Everyone involved gave their time free of charge and are a credit to Shannon and the various organisations they represent in what will now become an annual event in Shannon. This year members of Neighbourhood watch are being encouraged to get involved as team managers.For further information on Shannon “Beat the Streets” soccer tournament contact Shannon Community Garda Diarmuid O’Brien. Telephone 085 2119631.

Soccer aces “Sixmiletoshannon” captioned by Andrew Hogan narrowly edged out “Newmarket Noffers” to claim last year’s title of “Shannon Beat the Streets” Champions among a large crowd of spectators. Photo Gerry Collins.

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Weekly EventsAll the events listed below take

place in the Shannon Family Resource Centre (SFRC),

Respond Community Hall, unless otherwise stated.

Monday

Art Circle (SFRC)10.00-12.00 Art Circle (SFRC) 7.00 - 9.00pm Tuesday

Drop in Computer Facility (SFRC) 10.30am - 3.00pm Baby Weight/Child Health Clinic 2.00 - 3.30pm Drop In. Every 2nd/3rd/4th Tuesday of each month in Health Centre.Storytime for Children 4pm Sean Lemass Library (4-7 year olds) Counselling Services (SFRC) 10.00am - 12.30pmSit n Knit Womens Circle 7.30pm Meet, mingle and trade yarns with local knitters (including crocheting or tapestry). Tel 061 707600Wednesday

Scrabble Club for Adults2pm Sean Lemass Library. Thursday

Craft time for Children 4pm Sean Lemass Library (7+ year olds) Park AFC Training 6pm Training for Under 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10’s at the GAA astroturf pitches. Continues every Thursday. Creative Writing Circle (SFRC) 7.30pm - 9.30 pm Friday

Toddlers Inc (SFRC)10.00am - 12.00 Kick Back Café 5pm – 10pm. Respond Community Building Saturday

Shannon Flyers 10am (Community Hall, Newmarket-on-Fergus)Kick Back Café4pm – 9pm. Respond Community Building Sunday

Trampoline Club 11am – 1pm

September3 - 5 September Dan Furey Weekend A full weekend of set dancing to the best of Irish music all weekend in a relaxed rural setting. Tel 087 2220289 for more details. www. labasheeda.net3 - 5 September Ellen Galvin Traditional Music Weekend Festival of traditional Irish music, song and dance with classes in various instruments given by well known musicians. Tel 065 9051597 for more details. nelgalvin.com3 September - 4 October Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival Irelands premier Spa Town is famous for its craic and is home to one of Europe’s largest matchmaking festival. Tel 065 7074005 for more details. www.matchmakerireland.com4 September Bunratty 10K Run The run will start and finish at the car park at Mac’s Pub. It is open to Elite runners, fun runners and walkers. Registrations can be made on Saturday from 10am to 12.30 at the Shannon Shamrock Hotel Conference Centre. For further information about this event, please contact: The Shannon Shamrock Leisure Centre, Tel 061 361 177, ext 4.10-12 September Tulla Traditional Music Festival

A great weekend of music, song, dancing, workshops, recitals, concerts and ceilithe. Tel 087 8350996 or tullatradfestival.com 11 September Shannonside Astronomy Club Burren Starparty An astronomical weekend of supervised observing with club telescopes, astronomy talks and prizes. Tel: 087 6775281. 12 September Cratloe Parish Open Day From 2-5 pm in the GAA Grounds and Sports Hall17-19 September Clare Shout Fleadh A weekend of traditional Irish music, singing & dancing. Highlight of the weekend will be the Clare Shout Competitions. There will also be a spectacular fireworks display as well a cookery demonstration, bingo, hurling tournament, soccer tournament, road bowling, a country market, vintage display, and plenty of children’s activities. Tel: 061 367516.18 September 1690 Seige of Limerick Battle Reenactment Taking place on Clancy’s Strand with canons , muskets , sword fencing demonstrations, and military encampment displays. The event will take place following the Patrick Sarsfield Bike Parade which leaves City Hall at 1pm. Tel: 061 40 717619 September Inaugural Tipperary Womens Mini Marathon It is open to females over 18 of all abilities, mobility and fitness levels.

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Starting at 2pm the run is a 10k route (6.2 miles) around Thurles. For more info call 067 43604.20 September Shannon Camera Club We will be resuming activities at 7pm in the Oakwood Arms Hotel. New members are always welcome. For more details contact Sheamus O’Donoghue on 087-2579947.21 September Adult Book Club 7pm in the Library24 September Limerick Culture Night Culture Night is an event that provides people of all ages and from all backgrounds to access and enjoy the rich cultural offering of the City’s cultural venues. Tel: 061 40 7421 Email: [email protected] September Seisiun Na h-Eireann This festival celebrates the traditions Irish Music Pub session with a competition to select the best group. Tel: 087 6371163.26 September Traditional Harvest Day in Bunratty Folk Park See old style threshing demonstrations, vintage machinery display, sheaf throwing competitions, traditional Irish music and dancing and much more. Tel: 061 36078830 September RINS 92.5 FM FundraiserTable quiz in Oakwood Arms Hotel, at 8:30 pm.

October10 October Munster National Race Day and Ladies Day Munster national and annual best dressed ladies day with great prizes to be won. Seven national hunt races starting at 2.00pm. Tel: 061 32000013-16 October Cuisle - Limerick International Poetry Festival Limericks’ long association with poetry makes Cuisle the perfect opportunity and place for audiences to extend their experience of poetry during four festival days of convivial discussion readings, book launches and workshops with the leading contemporary poets of our time. There will be a mixture of readings, children’s events, schools workshop, lunchtime readings, etc. Tel: 061 40742117-24 October Ennis Fashion Week Ennis showcases itself as “the Boutique Capital of Ireland”. Its lovely streetscape, and stunning range of retailers, host a wide range of special events, promotions and the Ennis Style & Glamour Awards. A must for all fashionistas and the stylish amongst you. Tel: 065 682194722 - 25 October 2010 Cork Jazz FestivalThe annual Guinness Cork Jazz Festival offers a superb cast of world class jazz stars who perform

in the city’s fine concert venues. There’s also non stop jazz and jazz related music, day and night, in over 80 pubs, clubs and hotels throughout the Jazz Weekend, most of it admission free. It also has a vibrant fringe programme. Tel: 061 375219 24-26 October Samhain at the Cliffs Join in a host of festivities, fancy dress, traditional Irish Halloween games, story telling and face painting. Tel: 065 708614125 October Halloween Fun & Games at Bunratty Folk Park Activities include children’s fancy dress, pirate show, magic shows, thriller dance group, Halloween games and much more! Tel: 061 360788.

If there are any mistakes on these diary pages, please accept my apologies. Also,

if anyone would like to have their event listed on these pages, please contact

Judith on 086 371 4804. Dates are believed to be correct at time of going to

press. Please check dates of event with the organisers before going.

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EUCHariSTiC adOraTiON VOlUNTEErS WaNTEdThe Eucharistic Adoration committee would love to hear from volunteers to strengthen their numbers for adoration hours. They say, “What is Eucharistic adoration? It is simply the practise of visiting Jesus, exposed for veneration in the Sacred Host on the altar, on a regular daily basis, to adore Him, to thank Him, to ask for His help and make reparation for sins. People who participate do so for one hour of prayer on a specific day and time of their choice.’ This devotion takes place at the Adoration Chapel, Skycourt, Town Centre, Shannon, Monday to Friday, all year round, from 10am to 9pm.If you wish to volunteer or would like to know more, please contact any of the priests or give any of the people listed below a call - they will be delighted to hear from you.To volunteer for Mondays contact Seamus McEvoy on 061 363048 or 086 0762900, for Tuesdays contact Tom Kearney on 061 364504 or 086 362 3500, for Wednesdays contact Eddie Jones on 061 472263, for Thursdays contact Kay Glody on 061 362336 and for Fridays contact Mark McDonnell on 061 364592 or 086 0766680.

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Seamus Duggan & Co. Book Keeping and Accountancy Service. Start Ups, VAT, Tax Returns, Audits, Management Accounts. Call 061 364984.

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SHaNNON TOWN UNiTEd NOTESThe new committee of Shannon Town United would like to thank Mr John Kelly who has stepped down

from the chair. John’s energy and drive for the football club is well known throughout the town and we hope that John will continue to work within the club. We would like to wish John and his family all the very best.The 2010/2011 season is starting soon and all teams are now back in training. For training times and venues please see our website at www.shannontownunitedafc.com. You will also find fixtures, results, statistics and some very interesting articles on the site. Of particular note is the photo album section where some of the pictures date back quite a long way into the clubs archives and throws up some terrifying images!

The clubs 300 Club Draw takes place every last Sunday of each month in the Crossroads Tavern, Drumgeely. First prize each month is €1,000 and second place is €50. Cost per month to enter is €10 and further information can be sought from any committee member or from the website.

With two successful Celtic camps already under our belts this year, we are holding a third camp during the Halloween holiday period in October. Over 60 members took place on each camp so far and the training by Glasgow Celtic has proved challenging and stimulating for all our members. Further information can be found on the

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CHildrEN’S bOOk FESTiValThe Childrens Book Festival is an annual event now in its 20th year and seeks to promote reading & to encourage the habit of reading in children. This year in Shannon we will have several visiting authors including Bob Burke, Patricia Forde & Ailbhe Nic Giolla Bhrighde.

Patricia Forde & Ailbhe Nic Giolla Bhrighde have new books As Gaeilge published by Futa Fata. Children will also enjoy Art & crafts, story time, visiting guests & entertainers. For more information on library events visit the library for a brochure, or see www.clarelibrary.ie

For the month of September (from 1 -30) there will be an exhibition of information on adult education courses available in South Clare.On Thursday 7th October at 10.30am [provisional date] there will be an information morning for statutory & voluntary service providers in South Clare.

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SHaNNON rECyCliNg CENTrET: 061 364483. Hours of opening: Mon: Closed, Tues: 10am – 5pm, Wed: 10am – 5pm, Thurs: 12pm – 8pm, Fri: 12pm – 6pm, Sat: 9am – 3pm, Sun: ClosedItems accepted: Glass Bottles & Jars, Aluminium cans, Steel/Tin Cans, Plastic Bottles, newspapers & Magazines, Cardboard, Tetrapak, Waste Oil, Oil Filters, Batteries, Metal, Textiles, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Timber.Composters available for purchase. Please Note: Items accepted from domestic/householders only.SHaNNON CHriSTiaN CHUrCH(Beside Indigo Signs) Sunday Service 11am. Tel: 061 364202 ALL WELCOME.CHriSTCHUrCH, SHaNNONService every 1st and 3rd Sunday at 11am. Bible study every 2nd and 4th Saturday at 7pm in the Manse. Minister 061 363717. All welcome.ST SENaNS PariSH, SHaNNONwww.shannonparish.ie. [email protected] immaCUlaTE CHUrCH, COrrib drSunday Masses: 9.00am, 11.00amDaily Mass: in Jubilee Chapel, 9.30amSS. jOHN & PaUl, TUllyVaragaSunday Masses: Saturday vigil 6.30pmSunday 10.00am, 12.15pmDaily Mass: Monday to Friday 7.00pmadOraTiON CHaPEl, TOWN CENTrEEucharistic Adoration Monday – Friday 10am until 9.00pm Daily Mass: Monday - Friday at 10amPlease Note: No Adoration on Bank HolidaysCONVENT OraTOryMass on First Friday at 8.00amairPOrT OraTOrySundays 8.45amSEaN lEmaSS PUbliC library. Opening hours: Mon. 10.00 - 1.00 2.00 – 5.30, Tues 10.00- 8.00, Wed & Thurs 10.00 - 5.30, Fri 10.00 – 8.00, Sat 10.00-2.00. Tel: 061 364266CiTizENS iNFOrmaTiON CENTrE Unit 1 Business Centre, Shannon Town CentreOpening Hours Mon – Fri 9.30am – 5pm, Lunch 1.00 – 2.00pm. 061 364704 or 364705. [email protected]

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THE riNS 92.5 Fm radiO bliTz - yOUr COmmUNiTy radiO UPdaTE The Radio Blitz was an ambitious idea! To broadcast for a whole week. Every day! On the first Rins 92.5 FM licensed run, we had broadcast on Sundays only, and while everything ran smoothly, a weekly broadcast still takes a huge amount of effort & preparation. So when we decided this run to push

ourselves and broadcast for a full week in June, no-one was under the illusion that it was going to be easy.But we succeeded! Sailing close to the wind, and with plenty of laughs along the way. Our only heart attack occurred, when high winds blew the transmitter off kilter in time for our opening day. It felt like disaster, but one engineer, and one cherry picker later and we were well and truly on air. And we didn’t feel so bad when we were told the big boys - Clare FM had been off air for a couple of

hours also.Broadcasting from the Court house in Sixmilebridge, courtesy of our friends in The Bridge Complex (thanks guys) we were hitting,

Shannon, Sixmilebridge, Newmarket and beyond, loud and clear.

The scheduled line up included Shannon musicians, Derek Buckley And Geoff O’Toole, who kept the laughs and sounds going on The Music Suite. Veteran broadcaster Nick Condon’s Mostly Country was of it’s usual high standard, while new volunteer Arron O’Dwyer had a great success with The RinsMix and its mix of Hip Hop & RnB. Pop cheol agus caint as gaeilge featured in Gael Cheol with Elaine Dillon. And in between organising us all, Pat Barry even managed to host his jazz program, Night Moods.Thanks to all our great volunteers, too many to list here, you know who you are. AND, thanks to you, our listeners. Your plentiful texts and phone calls kept the collective chin up. Knowing you were listening made it all worthwhile. So - DON’T TOUCH THAT DIAL, we’ll be back, as they say, on Sundays from September 26th, on 92.5 FM. Check out our schedule on the opposite page, and remember, keep texting, keep calling, and above all, KEEP LISTENING to RINS 92.5 FM , your community radio station.New volunteers are welcome, with or without radio experience. Email: [email protected] RINS 92.5 FM Fundraiser - Table quiz in Oakwood Arms Hotel, Thurs 30th Sept at 8:30 pm.RINS 92.5 FM is licenced by the BAI - Broadcasting Authority of Ireland.

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Derek Buckley & Geoff O’Toole enjoy music and laughs during The Music Suite

Arron O’Dwyer - behind the scenes

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9:30 am Oscailt An Lae: Station Banner, promos, schedule announcements 9:45 am Paws Awhile: Animal welfare issues & advice 10:00 am Living In Ireland: Anna Kulikowska and the Polish perspective 11:00 am The Sunday Spectrum: Local magazine programme, with Dermot Petty & Panel 12:00 pm Mostly country: Eclectic country music mix with Nick Condon 1:00 pm Local News & Weather 1:05 pm Sports Line: Local Sports Roundup 1:30 pm Legends: Musical heroes & greats, their stories told by Carl Ashley 2:00 pm Gael Cheol: Pop cheol agus caint le Elaine Ní Dhiolúin 2:30 pm Genre: Local arts & culture showcased by Christina Bennett 3:00 pm Other Words: Books, poetry, the written word with Mary Fean 3:30 pm Shinning Light: Rachel Mountney showcases local musical talent in County Clare 4:00 pm The Music Suite: Rock, chat & laughs with Derek Buckley & Geoff O’Toole, 5:00 pm The Rins Mix: Hip Hop, RnB with Arron O’Dwyer 5:30 pm Gael Cheol: Pop cheol agus caint le Elaine Ní Dhiolúin (R)*

6:00 pm Bio Green Programme: Ted Germaine & Peter Costello inform on green issues and energy conservation advances 6:30 pm The Republic of Folk: Folk and trad music with Blaise Phelan 7:30 pm Politics Show: Local political issues explored with panel 8:00 pm The Music Suite: Derek Buckley & Geoff O’Toole (R)*

9:00 pm Emerge: Meditation & relaxation with John Madigan 9:30 pm Forum: Forum for documentaries, drama and stories 10:00 pm Night Moods: Ease into the night with smooth jazz and Pat Barry 11:30 pm Críoch an Lae *(R) Repeat of programme from earlier on broadcast day

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