InRathmines

07/11/2019

InRathmines Taking a Break

With regrets, InRathmines is unable to continue its service of notifying the community of upcoming events for the moment. Thanks to our contributors and readers since 2012.

07/11/2019

Upcoming Library Events

Paul Strzelecki: a forgotten Polish Hero of the Great Irish Famine

Rathmines Library 1-30 November

Paul Strzelecki's struggle to save thousands: a forgotten Polish Hero of the Great Irish Famine. This exhibition tells the story of Count Paul ( Pawel) Strzelecki, a world renowned Polish explorer and scientist, who volunteered to work in Ireland to combat famine from 1847-1849. Count Strzelecki deserves wide recognition for his heroism, deep empathy and the impact he made during the catastrophic famine period.

Tourism in Ireland in the 20th Century: selling a nation

Rathmines Library, Monday 18 November at 6.30pm

Explore a revolutionary time in the Irish tourism industry as Ireland went from second city in the British Empire to an independent nation. Using images from 20th Century guidebooks, maps, magazines and posters, join Maeve Casserly DCC Historian in Residence to discover how we sold the story of Ireland at home and abroad.

A History of RTE

Rathmines Library, Monday 2 December at 6.30pm

From its first broadcast on New Year's Eve 1961, RTE has gone through lots of interesting and historic changes, piloting many innovative and forward looking programmes. Join DCC Historian in Residence Maeve Casserly, as she looks at the history of RTE, our national television broadcaster.

15/10/2019

NTA Forum this Thursday

Notice sent in by Councillor Deirdre Conroy

Reminder to register for your resident group to attend nta forum this thursday 17th October, 7pm at hilton hotel. Please share with resident groups who do not receive information directly from NTA.

from NTA:

The rescheduled Community Forum meeting for the Rathfarnham to City Centre Core Bus Corridor will now take place on Thursday 17th October at 7pm in the Hilton Hotel, Charlemont.

The purpose of this second meeting of the Community Forum is to provide an update on work-in-progress for each of the proposed Core Bus Corridors. At the Forum meeting we will provide an overview of the following:

1. Summary of Key Issues from the Submissions made from the BusConnects Infrastructure Public Consultation;
2. And to present Indications of Key Changes being considered to the Core Bus Corridor Proposals;

This meeting is being held in advance of the second round of public consultation, which will take place later this year so it is important to note that the proposals and designs that will be presented at the meeting are still in draft status.

It will be after the second round of public consultation that the finalisation of the preferred route for each core bus corridor will be made. We anticipate the submission of the statutory planning application will then be made to An Bord Pleanála during mid-2020.

We look forward to seeing you at the forum.

Regards,
BusConnects Team

14/10/2019

St John's Ambulance Free CPR Training

I often think first aid courses should be a standard part of primary and secondary schooling, anyway this will interest many.

09/10/2019

Exhibition of Paintings in Rathmines Library

A three-day exhibition of paintings by Paul Abell entitled 'A Helping Hand' with opening reception on Thurs 10th
Oct at 6.00pm, and continuing to Sat 12th.

Abell's paintings are always interesting. He specialises in painting Dublin architecture, and it is always a pleasure to come across familiar buildings in his exhibitions. Highly recommended. Proceeds go to Capuchin Daycare Centre and Mellon Educate.

23/09/2019

Historical Society Returning with a Bit of a 'Bang,'

that is to say the first talk of this series, 'The Irish munitions industry in the First World War', will be presented by Chris Owen this Thursday, 26th Sept, in Rathmines College, Rathmines Town Hall.

23/09/2019

Upstairs Sessions

For those who have been waiting patiently for the return of the 'Upstairs Sessions' after the Summer break, the good news is yes, the sessions are back, but in a different venue this month. The upstairs is MVP at Harold's Cross Bridge and will be happening this Friday night, 27th Sept. As always no adm. and the mightiest of entertainment !

17/09/2019

Culture Night Without Clocking Up Miles

This coming Friday, 20th Sept, is Culture Night and there are some really interesting events taking place in this neck of the woods
In fact, if you don’t feel like travelling the length and breadth of the city, Cathal Brugha Barracks is hosting an event-packed evening that will keep you busy. It includes music from the Army no. 1 Band (6.15pm), Rathfarnham Ukulele Group (8pm); lectures from Comdt. Lar Joyce on ‘Weapons of the War of Independence’ and Dr Medb Ruane on ‘Kitty Kiernan: Love in the Time of Trauma’; art exhibitions by Margaret Fitzgibbon and Sheila Melvin; tours of the Military Archive at 5.30 6.30 and 7.30pm, and small arms and equipment displays.
If, however, you want to move a little further into town, ‘Little Jerusalem’: a jewish history tour of Portobello, a once thriving Jewish quarter, with historian Alexander Vard sounds interesting. Meet outside the Bretzel Bakery, Lennox St, Portobello at 5.30pm or 7.30pm. 1 hour duration.
And that will suit many as the Bretzel is hosting talks about the development of sourdough culture from earliest times and offering a take away sample of starter culture to those who want to bake their own bread at home. Time: 5.30pm to 9.30pm
The MART Gallery and Studios will also be hosting a series of public live art performances curated by Livestock between 5pm - 8pm

10/09/2019

Night Classes in Rathmines

Enrolments for night classes in the Town Hall will continue this evening. The classes themselves will start next week.

28/08/2019

Enrolling for full-time F.E. and Repeat Leaving Cert Courses in Rathmines College

For some it's Happy New Year time again. Schools are back, and Rathmines College under the clock is enrolling for a wide range of full-time courses in business, accounting, p.r., journalism, office administration, liberal arts, english language and repeat leaving cert.
Check it out at http://www.rathminescollege.ie/

Rathmines College offers courses in Business, Computer Programming, General Studies - Liberal Arts, Office Administration, Professional Accounting, Public Relations & Journalism and repeat leaving cert

20/08/2019

Jive in Rathmines

20/08/2019

Treat Yourself to a Lunchtime Play in Library

"Greyhound on Train" was the code used by Bridget Fitzpatrick, a central figure in the Knocklong Ambush, and her three comrades. This play is based on the deeply moving testimonies of this group of extraordinary freedom fighters.

Free event. Booking required.
Please contact Rathmines Library to secure a place.
E: rathmineslibrary@dublincity.ie
Tel: 01 4973539

06/08/2019

Volunteer

Irish Cancer Society’s Volunteer Driver Service needs volunteer drivers to drive local patients to and from their chemotherapy treatments in St. James’s; The Mater; Tallaght & St. Vincent’s
Driver expenses are paid. Telephone Rebecca on 01 2316 642 or Email transport@irishcancer.ie

26/07/2019

What would life be like on Mars? What size is the moon?

7 to 11 year old children can find out in in Rathmines Library on Thursday, 1 August at 2.30pm.

They will join the Rediscovery Centre, venture into space and explore the solar system. The workshop includes interactive and fun activities, exploring meteor impacts and making rockets and space themed crafts.

It's a free event but requires booking. Tel (01) 497 3539 or
email rathmineslibrary@dublincity.ie

26/07/2019

Tonight's the night of plenty in Rathmines

It's the last Friday of August, so the 'Upstairs Sessions' upstairs in Slattery's will have its usual mix of song, verse, music and as often as not some comedy. Somewhere between 8.30 to 9pm for starters and going late. No charge and great entertainment. Similarly around the corner in Grace's, one of Dublin's best trad sessions, great music and song with Sugan till late. Mojo Witnesses "loud and rockin" in Ma Reilly's, "paying homage to the legends of blues and classic rock". If you're looking for something different again: there's Upbeat Generation taking on classic funk soul and disco classics in the Bowery. No admission charge there either. Spoilt or what!

And a shout out for Aris Arun in Grace's on Sat where the great and good gather for yet another mighty night of song and music,

15/07/2019

New Exhibition in the Mart

'Galvanise', a solo exhibition by James L Hayes opens this Thursday, 18th July at 6pm and runs until 5th September. The gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday, 1- 6 pm. The artist will give a talk on the exhibition on Wed, 24th' July at 6.30pm

10/07/2019

It's summer, you should get out there

I thought it might be a good moment to present you with a selection of sports websites from in and around Rathmines.

Kenilworth Bowling Club: Lawn Bowling located at Grosvenor Square https://kenilworthbc.ie
Stratford Lawn Tennis Club also on Grosvenor Square http://stratfordtennis.ie
Leinster Sports Club incorporates tennis, bowling, squash, table tennis and cricket facilities http://lccsports.net
Swan Leisure with swimming pool, gym and studios in which a variety of fitness courses are conducted http://swanleisure.ie
Portobello GAA club http://portobello.dublin.gaa.ie/
Brookfield Tennis Club is located at Palmerston Park http://www.brookfieldtennis.com/
Rathmines Ladies Basketball Club https://www.facebook.com/rathminesbasketball/
Rathmines Roosters FC https://www.facebook.com/rathminesroostersfc/

and of course there's various yoga, pilates etc. etc. So no excuses; summer doesn't last forever!

01/07/2019

U3A: University of the Third Age
"U3As are self-help, self-managed lifelong learning co-operatives for older people no longer in full time work, providing opportunities for their members to share learning experiences in a wide range of interest groups and to pursue learning not for qualifications, but for fun."

The Rathmines U3A group meet on the first Wednesday of the month at 11.00am. Admission is free, all are welcome.