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May 2010 issue of Essential Drogheda, the North-East’s free monthly Social, Entertainment & Lifestyle Magazine.TRANSCRIPT
EssentialDrogheda
Drogheda’s FREE Social, Entertainment & Lifestyle Magazine Vol 1. Issue 7. - May 2010
Distributed Free to Over 17,000 Homes & Businesses
ISSN 2009-2733
Pole DivasThe girls who are addicted to poledancingpg 10
WIN An X-Pole & 8-week pole dancing lessons at Labfitness pg 12
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editor’s letterI’ll be the first to admit that
when a friend revealed she had taken up pole dancing a couple of years ago, I was gobsmacked! I simply couldn’t shake off the seedy image in my head. But how naïve was I? For not only is pole dancing the latest fitness craze in Ireland, it’s fast becoming Drogheda ladies’ most favourite pastime. This month, E talks to two local girls (pg 10) who are competing in this year’s Irish Pole Championships and don’t miss our fabulous competition (pg 12) to win a removable X-Pole and an 8-week pole dancing course, courtesy of Labfitness. Here at Essential we are always thinking about our next photo opportunity so when we heard that the hair, make-up and fashion students at D.I.F.E had been set a photo shoot challenge by their tutors we had to get involved! E caught up with the students days before the photo shoot and all is revealed on pg 14. Car enthusiasts will have a licence to be thrilled at the ALMC Motorshow on May 9th... E reveals the super line-up of fast cars promised to rev up the CityNorth show on pg 34!Enjoy your read!
Carmel RiggsEditor
E Social 6-8 Drogheda’s nightlife in pictures
E Out & About24-25 Not-to-be missed events
E feature10 Labfitness girls talk about the upcoming Irish Pole Championships14 Essential teams up with D.I.F.E.34 The supercars that promise to rev up the ALMC Motorshow46 The Best of Everything with Grimsby Town goalkeeper Nicky Colgan
E Real Life4 Can’t Get Through The Month Without… 12 E Happenings We spread the word on your behalf15 Treasure Chest… Your most prized possessions are revealed
E Fashion17 Take it to the max A selection of this season’s hottest maxi dresses18 Boutique Critique E visits Design D’Looks on Stockwell Street
E Beauty20 Staying power Make-up that will last all night long
E Travel23 Ready, steady, go Adventure weekends in Ireland
E Interiors26 Bathe in luxury Tips for revamping your bathroom
E exteriors28-29 The art of planting Part 2 of the ‘Design your own Garden’ series
E Weddings 30-32 Local couples say ‘I do’
E Drive36 Behind The Wheel & Bike Torque
E Tech36 Go Gadgets
E Food38-39 Taste of Italy Borzalino Restaurant in Mell
E Business40 Small talk with Karen Smyth, Director of Drogheda Homeless Aid
E Arts & Culture42 What’s on in May44-45 Event Guide Dates for your diary
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On the Cover: Johnny Lynch and Stephen Fisher at the Focus Ireland 4 Peaks Challenge Fundraiser in the d Hotel recently.
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Carmel Riggs selects the best of whatMay has to offer
Anglo House,Mell Industrial Estate,Drogheda, Co. Louth.Tel: 041 9830297.Fax: 041 9835485.e: [email protected] Drogheda’s FREE Social, Entertainment,and Lifestyle Magazine Published Monthly andDistributed Freeto over 17,000 Homes and Businesses in Drogheda Managing Director:Padraic Kieranse: [email protected] Editor:Carmel RiggsMob: 087 2248845e: [email protected] Administration:Wendy SmithTel: 041 9830297e: [email protected] Advertising Sales:Terri DurninMob: 087 6475147e: [email protected] Design & Layout:Aisling Murphy, Anglo Printers Photographer:Jimmy WeldonMob: 086 8339022 Photo Contributors:Tony Campbell Contributors:Interiors: Emma Byrne087 0552499Exteriors: Andrew Christopher Dunne 087 6678468Beauty: Emma Woods
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Boyne 10k RunRacing into town on Sunday, May 2nd to cheer on all those who are taking part in the Boyne 10k Run, including Drogheda’s Borough Councillors! The charity run leaves the Battle of the Boyne site at 10am and will make its way into town via the Boyne Cable Bridge and the Rathmullan Road before returning to the starting point again.
Eating, drinking and relaxing in the Eastern Seaboard Bar & Grill. It’s just been voted Louth’s Best Casual Dining Restaurant so isn’t it time you found out for yourself what all the hype is about? Visit www.easternseaboard.iefor a sneak peek of their delicious menu!
Scotch Hall glamourChecking out the red carpet glamour at Scotch Hall! Scotch Hall stores will entertain shoppers with spectacular fashion shows on the hour every hour, from 11am to 4pm on Saturday, May 1st. And if that’s not enough the Drogheda Spring Food Festival – a two-day mini-festival of food – will be taking place too! For details on all of the weekend activity, visit www.scotchhall.ie.
Enjoying the fabulous line-up at the Droichead Arts
Festival over the May Bank Holiday weekend! There will be
theatrical performances from the Droichead Youth Theatre,
Upstate Theatre and the award-winning Cirque De Legume,
as well as a traditional day at Millmount,
street entertainment on West St and much more.
For the full line-up visit
www.droghedaartsfestival.ie.
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The People: 1 Wendy Smith, Karl McEnteggart and Deirdre Bidwell 2 Brendan pictured with his wife Alison and children Evan and Katie 3 Edel, Ciara and Adrian Burke with Jenny Kavanagh
The People: 1 Niamh Goodwin, Lisa Finglas, Sara Donnelly and Rachel Hughes 2 Mary Clayton with Vinnie Brown 3 Orla Ryan, Matthew O’Neill and Leona Kierans
The People: 1 George with his wife Sandra and daughter Nadine 2 Mark Doran, Ian Hartford and Darren Monks 3 George McGuffin and Padraic Kierans
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The Party: Mary Clayton’s 18th BirthdayThe Place: Bru Bar
The Party: George McGuffin’s 40th Birthday BashThe Place: The Black Bull
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The People: 1 Rachel and her boyfriend James Gavigan 2 Nicola Matthews, Emma Newman and Eimear Grimes 3 Rachel Grimes with her sisters Jolene and Patrice
The Party: Drogheda Fringe Festival LaunchThe Place: Redz Bar
The Party: Rachel Grimes’ 21st BirthdayThe Place:The Westcourt Hotel
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The People: 1 Michelle and Chris Mooney 2 Michelle Mooney with Ciara Brodigan, Gina Coyle, Carol Breen, Norma Marmion and Eimear Byrne
The Party: Michelle Mooney’s 30th BirthdayThe Place: The Salthouse
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The People: 1 Martin, Paul and Noel Lannon 2 Tony and Sarah Carley
The People: 1 Simon Hageman and Laura Corcoran 3 Lisa Kelly with her parents Bernadette and Johnny
The Party: Focus Ireland 4 Peaks Challenge FundraiserThe Place: The d Hotel
The Party: Lisa Kelly’s 21st The Place: McHugh’s
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The Party: Deirdre Bidwell’s50th Birthday BashThe Place: The Thatch
The Party: Vicki Kierans’ 30th BirthdayThe Place: The Black BullThe People: 1 Vicki Kierans (centre) with Natalie Thornton, Siobhan Dunne, Melanie Branigan and Joanne Sheilds 2 Joyce Henry, Eileen McCormack and Emma Woods
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It will be thighs the limit for Drogheda’s pole
dancing queens when they take to the stage of Fusion at the end of the month.The ladies are competing in the Irish Pole Championships on Saturday, May 22nd and are hoping their dance routines – which are up to five minutes long – will be enough to impress the judges. Up to a thousand spectators are expected on the night which is in aid of Crumlin Children’s Hospital.
‘There will be 36 competitors on the night, each entered at three different levels and representing nine clubs nationwide,’ says organiser Mark McDonnell of Labfitness.‘All of the routines are fitness-based. There will be no skimpy clothes or stilettos – we are taking pole dancing out of the gutter!’Breakfast Show DJs Bernard and Keith of i105-107 Radio are hosting the Championships which is now in its fourth year. Representing Labfitness is Tanya Gavrilova from Rivercourt, who has a pole in her sitting room to practise her routine. The 28-year-old began pole dancing two
years ago and has been hooked ever since. ‘At the beginning my friends and family couldn’t understand why I would want to do it,’ she says. ‘But they soon realised there was nothing sexy or sleazy about it.’ This is Tanya’s second time to enter the Championship so she is very much aware of what it’s like performing to a live audience. ‘I was extremely nervous last time but I’m hoping to be much calmer this year,’ she says. ‘At the end of the day it’s about having fun – not showing off! ‘I’ve made a lot of friends through pole dancing; of course, there is some competition between us all but that’s only natural! ‘The Pole Championships is our chance to show all those who are coming to support us that pole dancing is about fitness – nothing else!’ Her rival Edel O’Sullivan, from Duleek, insists she wasn’t ‘superfit’ when she started pole dancing classes at Labfitness in January 2009. ‘I saw an ad for it in one of the local papers and I decided to give it a go,’ she says. ‘Rugby had always been my sport but I had stopped playing a couple of years and I wanted to get fit again; to do something different. ‘From the moment I started pole dancing I loved it. I have a new lease of energy and my upper body has completely toned up. ‘Of course the family overreacted at first but once I explained it to them they
were fine. Not enough people are aware that fitness pole dancing is not associated with stripping.’Edel has the full support of
her family and friends who will be in the audience cheering her on when she competes in the Irish Pole Championships for the first time. She says: ‘I’m delighted to be taking part. Obviously, I’m very nervous about performing but the whole point of doing the competition was to challenge myself, so I’m just going to try and enjoy it! ‘I’m told that the adrenaline will kick in on the night so fingers crossed it does!’Tickets for the Irish Pole Championships are now on sale at €10 each. To get yours, visit www.irishpolechampionships.com
See pg12 to win a removable X-Pole and a beginners 8-week fitness pole dancing course at Labfitness
pole divasLabfitness dancers ready to take to the
stage at Irish Pole ChampionshipsBy Carmel Riggs
Labfitness pole dancers perfect their moves
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Essential to sponsor Bellewstown Ladies DayIt’s one of the biggest events in our summer social calendar so when Essential
Drogheda was approached to be the Best Dressed sponsor at Bellewstown Racecourse this July, how could we refuse? Stylish and glamorous, Ladies Day is widely considered the highlight of the Bellewstown Racing Festival which takes place from July 2nd-4th. And seeing as Essential brings style and
glamour straight to your door each month, who better to oversee this fashion extravaganza? So do you have what it takes to be Essential Drogheda’s Best Dressed
Lady? The big event takes place on Friday, July 2nd – and the winners will not be disappointed with our fabulous prizes, all of which will be revealed in next month’s issue! For more information on Bellewstown Racecourse, visit www.bellewstownraces.ie
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To coincide with the Irish Pole Championships 2010 which takes place at Fusion on Saturday, May 22nd, our good friends in Labfitness are offering Essential readers the chance to win an Absolute Beginners 8-Week Fitness Pole Dancing Course, as
well as a removable X-Pole for your home. The Irish Pole Championships is a unique national event, showcasing talent from all over Ireland. Breakfast Show DJs Bernard and Keith of i105-107 radio are hosting the Championships which is in aid of Crumlin Children’s Hospital.
For your chance to win, simply answer the following question:Who will host the Irish Pole Championships 2010?A Bernard and Keith B Bernadette and Keith
If you know the answer, call 1515 415 123 or text EDM followed by your answer, name and address to 57000.
18+. €1.00 per entry incl VAT. Calls from mobile cost more. Network charges apply. Lines close Wednesday, May 12th, 6pm. Entries made after the closing date will not count and you may be charged. SP Phonovation Ltd, PO Box 6, Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin. Helpline 0818217100.
Life’s a beach for Mornington lass Siobhan McAuley (pictured) who’s made it through to the regional final of Ms Planet Beach International 2010. The 21-year-old went up against a bevy of beauties recently and is now looking forward to wowing the judges in the Burlington Hotel, Dublin on August 29th. The winner of the Ireland final will go forward to the grand final in Reno Nevada on an all expenses paid trip to represent Ireland. ‘I’m so proud,’ says the NCI student. ‘I’m living the dream! But I will have a lot of work to do to promote myself for the final and will be relying on the whole of Drogheda to get behind me!’
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D.I.F.E students are gliding into the fashion world – and Essential
Drogheda is right behind them! Second year students from the Hairdressing, Beauty and Fashion Design courses have been set a challenge by their tutors to combine their skills and produce a high-quality photograph showcasing this. The four images will be judged by Essential and the winning photo will grace the front cover of your favourite magazine next month! According to Eamon Kierans, hairdressing tutor at D.I.F.E, multi-skilling is now a feature of the working world and the hair, make-up and fashion design industry is no exception.
‘Hairdressers and beauticians are increasingly forging highly successful careers working across more than one area, for example combining film work with fashion photography,’ he said. ‘The purpose of this whole exercise is to let the students see that they need multi-skilling in today’s world and to give them an insight into the four different aspects of the fashion world.’
Members of the Drogheda Camera Club will take the photos and each of the four groups of students have chosen models to represent their look which are Rock Chick, Flamenco, 40s Gal with a Modern Twist and Natural Beauty. Essential caught up with the students days before the photo shoot. ‘It’s so much fun,’ agreed Catlin Hodgins, Niamh Reynolds and Grainne Thompson, from the Rock Chick group, who had just found out they’re photo shoot would take place on the Ramparts. ‘We have two sisters modelling for us which will make a big impact. We loved this look
from the beginning and were keen to do big hair with lots of texture. Dramatic eyes will complete the look.’ Stylist Lisa Magee knew
exactly how she wanted the Flamenco photo to appear. ‘The inspiration behind it was structure and colour,’ she said. ‘The competition is a great learning experience and has opened my mind up to the bigger world of fashion. When the opportunity presented itself I jumped at the chance to take part.’ Playing the role of the ‘40s Gal’ is Leona McDonnell who is under the helm of stylist Eleanor Rogers, who said she would be ‘a jack of all trades by the time the challenge was over!’ ‘This is a finger-wave look – and with Leona’s striking eyes there is a Liza Minnelli feel to it,’ added Eleanor. ‘The bright colour brings the 40s era right to up to date.’ Keeping it simple is the Natural Beauty group which is also led by hairdresser Eleanor Rogers. She said: ‘We wanted a more plain and simple backdrop this time as this shoot is all about the lighting. We’re just going to zone in on the model’s face and hair – nothing else matters!’
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Real LifeBarry Black, Scotch Hall ‘My
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Patricia Farrelly, Finian’s Park ‘When my brother died my sister-in-law gave me a locket with a picture of him inside it and the date that he died, on the back of it. It’s my most prized possession because if I ever lost it, I’d be just devastated.’
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most prized possession. My husband and I have
always wanted our own business and my dream was
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Why the maxi dress is everyone’s favourite fashion staple
Take it to the max!What’s not to love about maxi dresses? They’re comfortable, stylish, and suit all shapes and sizes! The fact that they are extremely versatile and disguise a multitude makes us love these flirty pieces even more! No matter what the occasion there is a maxi dress out there to suit, it’s just a matter of finding one to suit your body shape. Accessories are a great way to jazz up your maxi, taking it from day to night. Teamed with sandals and sunnies, it can be worn to the beach or wear with wedges and bangles for an evening out!
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dresses as they don’t cling in the wrong places.
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for heavier women.
• Thosewithbiggerbustsshouldoptfora
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that are more fitted than flowing.
• Tallerladiesshouldoptforgypsyinspired
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Sunglasses€17.50, River Island,
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Tropical colouredmaxi dress
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F&F coral dress€17.50, Tesco,
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Chiffon dress,€85, Wallis,Scotch Hall
Multi bangles,€59, Next,Scotch Hall
Purple dress€59, Oasis, Scotch Hall
Jewel gladiator sandal€42 Evans, Scotch Hall
Stud zip gladiator wedge€23, Penneys, West Street
Large floral drop earrings€18, Dorothy Perkins,
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Savvy shoppers should look no further than Drogheda’s
newest second-hand clothes shop for discount designer goodies.Design D’Looks on Stockwell Street sells top labels like Prada, Gucci and D&G to name a few and has been an instant success from the moment it’s doors opened. ‘The minute we opened, we could have filled two shops with the amount of stuff that arrived,’ says owner Treza Martin. ‘Everything in the shop is upmarket. Unlike other second-hand stores, you don’t have to rummage
through rails and rails to find a bargain – it’s simply there. ‘We don’t take in casual clothing because you can buy that anywhere – we specialise in once-off buys from boutiques and the high street. For the last two weeks we’ve been bombarded with Debs dresses and
we’ve a lot of beautiful dresses suitable for mother-of-the-brides as well as some Lipsy dresses for the younger girls.’ Design D’Looks was born when Treza’s mum, Linda, decided to close her shop
Inspired by Angels after five years. ‘Over Christmas Mam made the decision to close up,’ says Treza. ‘It got us thinking and after spending a few days in All About Eve (a second-hand designer boutique in Malahide) we decided to go for it! We literally turned Mam’s shop around in two weeks and haven’t looked back since.’ The shop attracts all age groups from late teenagers to women in their 80s and the items on sale come in sizes 6 to 28. Design D’Looks has a strict policy for the clothes it accepts and the shop operates on a six-week 50/50 sale-or-return basis. All items must be in perfect condition. ‘This is a little opportunity to make something out of a garment before it goes to a charity shop,’ adds Treza. ‘It’s better to have €50 in your hands than have it sitting in your wardrobe!’
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I keep getting in-grown hairs, but with the summer months ahead I want to prevent them. Do you have any suggestions? Anna, Termonfeckin
To prevent in-grown hairs you should exfoliate regularly and use a hydrating body lotion daily. If you suffer from in-grown hairs you can dab antiseptic cream or oil on them which will help draw the hairs out. For an alternative remedy, soak a square of white bread in water and apply to the area.
I’ve been wearing the same make-up for years and have never had a problem. But lately, for some reason, my make-up is not lasting. My skin also feels very dry. Why is this? Jennifer, Drogheda
You need to be exfoliating your face at least twice a week and moisturising daily. It is likely that if you start doing this your make-up will sit better on your skin. You should also use a mask once a week and go for a professional facial once a month. It would be worth considering changing to a mineral-based make-up.
Got a beauty dilemma?Email Linda Crosby [email protected] with your query
Ever wondered how celebrities maintain
a flawless complexion on a night out? Well, aside from the fact they have a make-up artist on hand whenever they attend a star-studded event, the professionals who assist these celebs have trade secrets which means they don’t have to be there every 20 minutes for touch-ups! Just follow my tips and you too can look the part from 7pm to 7am!
Moisturise Firstly, you need to know your skin type, as using the right moisturiser really
makes a difference when ensuring your make-up stays on all night. Whether your skin is dehydrated, dry or oily I can’t emphasise enough the importance of using a cream to suit your skin’s needs. But please do not confuse moisturisers for dehydration and dryness; always remember Dry lacks Oil, Dehydration lacks Moisture! I recommend moisturisers
from Boot’s No.7 range or Estee Lauder, which can be found in the Town Centre Pharmacy, West Street.
Primer Now you have your skin looked after, it’s time
to protect your face from any potential make-up disasters in the night ahead! By using a primer after moisturising you will ensure the foundation stays in place all night. A primer is a serum-like textured product which is applied very sparingly all over the face before your foundation and after your moisturiser. It produces a barrier between your skin and your foundation, so your foundation will sit on this as opposed to sitting on your skin. Even though you have chosen the correct
moisturiser for your skin you still do not want the skin to determine how the foundation will look after 5-6 hours – i.e. shine, dry patches, red cheeks – so using a primer will guarantee this does not happen. A professional favourite at the moment is GOSH® Primer which comes in both a normal and an anti-wrinkle formula. They just can’t keep this product on the shelves and it feels like a soft sheet of satin on the skin, allowing your foundation to glide on evenly and flawlessly. GOSH® Primer is €19 and is available in A-Wear and Health Express Pharmacy, Scotch Hall, Shaw’s in Laurence Town Centre, Hickeys on West Street and Donore Pharmacy.
Foundation Choosing your foundation is just as important as choosing your moisturiser. If your foundation is too oily for your skin it will just slide off your face throughout the day, especially if you have not been using a primer. Similarly, if your foundation is too drying for your skin it will become patchy and clump in certain areas. To ensure your foundation is right for you, speak to a beauty consultant at your local pharmacy. Once you have the correct foundation, it is important to set it with a powder (not a bronzer). This can be loose or pressed and keeps the make-up in place all day. Those with
dry skin should avoid pressed powders as this will only enhance
a dry, cakey appearance. A fantastic translucent setting powder which will suit all
skin types and tones is Maybelline Loose Mineral Powder/Foundation which retails at €7.60 in Boots, Laurence Town Centre. Now here is where you would proceed to
apply your bronzer if you wished!
Eyes The eye area holds a lot of oils and this is what causes eye-shadow to wear off and crease. To avoid this, I like to apply some concealer all over the eyelid and then mattify the area by using a small amount of loose powder, or a neutral coloured eye-shadow, all over the lid too. The oils are absorbed by the matte eye-shadow and it also acts as a great base for whatever colour eye-shadow you wish to use over it. A good matte eye-shadow to try is ‘Amanda’ from Fuchsia in Scotch Hall. Fuschia are running special offers on eye make-up at present which are great value: €10.95 for one eye-shadow, €18 for two eye-shadows, three for €28 and five for €40.
Lips It is time to go back to basics, and use that old blotting trick that your mum showed you with a piece of tissue paper! Then re-apply the lipstick and gloss. For extra staying power use a lipstick with a matte finish, however it’s best to avoid the matte finish if you are prone to dry lips.
Next month, Emma shows how to use your make-up brushes correctly.
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Up Louth Ah Carlingford… where good times come naturally (or so they say!) Spend a fun-filled weekend at the Carlingford Adventure Centre and you won’t be disappointed. There’s so much to do both on land and in the water including abseiling, rock
climbing, hill trekking, sailing, kayaking, pier jumping! Activities cost €29 per person but a full day plus lunch will set you back €49. For more information, visit www.carlingfordadventure.com.
Nature’s Best It’s time to test your mettle at Wicklow’s Kippure Estate Adventure Centre. Boasting both high and low ropes courses, a sky trek and zip wire – there is not a dull moment to be had in this picturesque surrounding! But if this doesn’t tickle your fancy, then what about a guided mountain or nature walk? Prices start at €139 per person which includes two nights self-catering accommodation. This weekend trip promises non-stop adventure and no experience required! Visit www.adventurewicklow.com.
Party Central Okay, so it’s not your typical stag and hen destination but for those who want to break away from the norm, Killary Adventure Centre in Galway is an excellent alternative. You can experience a fast and exhilarating three hours of windsurfing, or a heart stopping 30 meters high bridge jump! Or if you’re a fan of the thought of paintballing, but not of the bruising, then Lasercombat is for you. Lasercombat is paintballing without the pain! A weekend package starts at €159 per person, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, accommodation and a day of activities!Visit www.killaryadventure.com.
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Dirty Weekend You want crazy, extreme activities? Well, the ODD (Out Doors & Dirty) Gamespark in Cavan gives you just that! They offer Hovercraft Racing, a unique experience and not available anywhere else in Ireland; Rage Buggies, Powerturn Buggies, Clay-Pigeon Shooting and lots more! Weekend packages are from €399 per two people including accommodation in a 4 star B&B beside the ODD! Visit www.odd.iefor moreinformation.
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Even though it is one of the most used rooms in the household the bathroom
often gets left until last in the planning and design stakes, usually being seen as a merely functional room. Your bathroom is the room that gives the widest scope for spending in the whole home and really the first decision is how much to set your budget at: is this a quick facelift or a complete makeover? Whether revamping an existing bathroom or starting from scratch, you can easily spend a fortune. Unlike most other big spends in your home you cannot take your bathroom with you and if you intend to sell your home in the future, take care not to overcapitalise. When at the ‘budget’ end of the bathroom market, it’s really hard to beat the ‘Kullen’ set from Ikea in terms of value for money. This five-piece set for €95 is plain functional white and provides loads of storage. With a change of handles to some nice glass or metal knobs you have a very inexpensive quick-fix. Most bathrooms are tiled and, again, the
price range can go from cheap... to infinity! If your tiles are plain in colour but the grout is stained or falling out then it is a relatively
simple job to dig out the grout and re-grout and give the bathroom a refreshed look. As long as floor tiles have been laid evenly most tilers can simply lay new ones over the top, but you will then need a plumber to adjust the height of floor wastes for the cistern and sink. Emerald Tiles on the Donore Rd do really nice polished porcelain with prices starting from
€14.95. When choosing a colour scheme for your bathroom, the only foolproof way to do it is to stick to the basics for the toilet, sink etc – white, white or white! We have all seen skips full of avocado and peach bathroom suites
which were the ‘in thing’ when installed. I also tend to steer clients towards more classic shapes which I think work well in both a
contemporary and modern home, and will date really well. Something such as the ‘Imperial Firenze’ range available from Fieaga, located at the Advance Business Park on the Donore Rd ticks all the boxes, a classic design with a modern twist. Heating in a bathroom is also a big consideration and heated towel
rails manage to be both stylish and functional. Fieaga have this great clothes hanger shaped radiator for just over €900 which is a real show stopper.Towels are a great way to add a splash of colour and Heatons in the M1 Retail Park have a great range.Hopeful ly,
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‘I know nothing about plants and I want a low-maintenance garden.’ This phrase has
been the opening point of conversation uttered to every landscaper and garden designer in the country for the past 10 years. Unfortunately, this has resulted in literally thousands of dull, boring and downright naff gardens all over Ireland. It is often assumed that a low-maintenance garden must have very little plants and be simply covered in nasty gravel and masses of paving or decking. Well, I am here to dispel this myth. Plants are the heart and soul of any garden. They provide not only colour and scent, but also sound, movement and, above all, atmosphere. As for maintenance, once you have prepared the soil properly and planted enough plants then the maintenance is minimal. I have hundreds of plants in my own garden and I would only weed it twice or three times a year, and I never water! Planting a garden can be a daunting task and the garden centre can be a truly intimidating place to the uninitiated. Not only is there a seemingly endless supply of plants but some genius decided to put all the names in Latin! Well, I will try to make things a bit easier but, to start, here are some common
terms you need to know:
Shrub - This is any plant in your garden that doesn’t die back in winter. They form the backbone of any planting scheme and can be large or small.
Perennial - These are the plants that sprout up in springtime, flower all summer long and then die back in winter. But best of all, they come back the following year twice as big.
Annual - These plants flower for one season only and do not come back the following year. They are cheap and cheerful but often gaudy and old-fashioned.
Mulch - This is a term used to describe any material that can be laid on the ground to help suppress weeds. It can be bark, compost or gravel.
So, once again we are faced with the question of where to start? Well, assuming you know nothing about plants I
would suggest a trip to the garden centre. But don’t go empty-handed, take with you your rough drawing of your garden and maybe some simple measurements so that you can work out roughly how many plants you should buy. Next, armed with a big trolly, start looking for structural plants. These are things like shrubs and evergreens. They will hold your planting scheme together when the perennials die back in winter. You don’t need many just check the label for eventual sizes. Draw a little circle on your plan to represent where you would like to place them. Next, look for perennials to fill in the gaps. These are the plants that will give the wow factor to your garden. Plant them in groups of odd numbers (3,5,7) as this looks more natural and gives a bigger impact than lots of different colours dotted around your garden. Finally, make sure to buy lots of manure or compost to mix through the soil as this will
Continuing his series on how to design your own garden, award-winning garden designer Andrew Christopher Dunne, looks at the
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not only feed your plants but it will also hold moisture in the ground, thus reducing the need for watering. As for choosing the plants themselves I would simply say this: read the labels and make sure that you choose the right plant for the right place, for example if you have a shady garden choose plants that like shade. The same applies for wet gardens, dry gardens, poor soil etc; the label will tell all.
andrew’s top tips:Spend time and money preparing the soil and you will reap the rewards for years.
Keep it simple; instead of having lots of different plants, plant in groups and repeat around your garden.
Mulch your beds. A thick layer of bark will keep the weeds down, reduce the need for watering and look nice.
Plant enough plants. The plants should grow into each other as this blocks light to the ground and therefore stops the weeds from growing.
Don’t just buy plants for flowers. Think about the leaves, the scent and the shape. A garden with only flowers will be short lived and can look gaudy.
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Shireen O’Neill from Moneymore and Gerard Leonard from Brookville became husband and wife on October 31st last. They couple had been together almost 10 years when they tied the knot in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Drogheda. The beautiful bride who wore an Edel Tuite creation was accompanied by three bridesmaids – Michelle Smith, Gemma Finegan and her sister Rebecca O’Neill. Bestman was Gerard’s brother Barry and groomsmen were Gerard’s other brother, Micheal and Dean Smith. The bridal party and their guests, some of whom had travelled from America for the big day, celebrated in the beautiful Cabra Castle after the ceremony. There they were entertained into the early hours by Electric Avenue. Photos by Tony Campbell
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After 12 years together, Drogheda girl Lorna Murray and Timothy Mallon, from Bellewstown, finally said ‘I do’ on January 15th. Not one to ‘rush perfection’, Lorna arrived 40 minutes late for the ceremony which took place at St Theresa’s Church, Bellewstown. Her bridesmaids were Jackie Hynes, Emma Bidwell, Sam Harmon and Caroline McGowan. To accompany the girls were bestman Niall Mallon and groomsmen Michael Murray, Gary Reilly and David Smith. They had no less than three flowergirls and two pageboys – Vicki Mallon who is the bride and groom’s daughter, Rhea Hynes, Megan Murray, Sean Hynes and Leigh Hanratty. The reception was held in Cabra Castle where Electric Avenue blasted out the tunes all night. The new Mr & Mrs Mallon honeymooned in Florida for one week as well as a day’s shopping in New York! Photos by Tony Campbell
Paterina Morgan and Michael Feenan were married in Star of the Sea Church, Mornington. Paterina, originally from Mornington, and Michael from Downpatrick are now living in New York. Paterina’s two bridesmaids on the big day were Kathleen Gaffney and her niece Suzanne Donegan. The honour of bestman and groomsman went to Colin and Paul Feenan respectively. Their pretty little flowergirl was Suzanne’s niece Rebecca Scullion and her nephew Daniel Morgan was the handsome pageboy. The reception was held in the Marriott Hotel, Ashbourne and the guests had a wonderful time dancing to music by Who’s Who. The happy couple honeymooned in Sorrento, Italy for one week. Photos by Jimmy Weldon
Michael Feenan weds Paterina Morgan
Timothy Mallon weds Lorna Murray
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Pamela McHugh from Blackbush married the love of her life, Ardee man Paul Curtis on December 28th last year. It was a picturesque day with the snow having just lifted and a touch of frost still visible on the trees. The couple’s civil ceremony and reception were both held in Darver Castle, and Pamela – who wore a gown by Edel Tuite – was full of praise for Julia and Trevor of Darver Castle, whose service was ‘second to none’. The bride and groom had six witnesses on the day, Pamela’s sister Patricia, daughter Anna and son Eoin and Paul’s brother Brendan, daughter Caoimhe and son Jamie. After the ceremony and during the meal guests were entertained by Tropical Storm – a three-piece band from the Philippines. They could sing any song that was thrown at them, and not even the requests for Christy Moore hits could stop them. The happy couple enjoyed an unforgettable honeymoon in Rome. Photos by Tony Campbell
Paul Curtis weds Pamela McHugh
When Oliver Rickard from Bellewstown robbed a chip off Eimear Hallinan from Beamore Road after a night out, who would have thought that six-and-a-half years later they would be exchanging wedding vows! Well, that was the case on Friday, December 30th in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Drogheda when they became husband and wife. Eimear’s two bridesmaids were Jackie Tinley and Mairead Greene and to accompany them were bestman Richard Tinley and groomsman Sean Rothwell. The rain and wind on the day couldn’t be helped but that didn’t spoil the happy couple’s celebrations. They enjoyed a reception in the Ballymascanlon Hotel where Dundalk band, The Merry Macs, kept everyone on their feet for the night. The newlyweds waited until February to head off on their 10-day honeymoon to Dubai. Photos by Tony Campbell
Oliver Rickard weds Eimear Hallinan
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All roads are leading to the City North Hotel this month when the ALMC
Motorshow takes centre stage. It will be a licence to thrill for thousands of car enthusiasts as they get up close and personal with some of the world’s fastest supercars. BMW, Porsche, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Lotus… just some of the big name cars promised to rev up the show which takes place on Sunday, May 9th. More than 200 supercars from the 50s, 60s and 70s will be showcased on the day alongside modern day classics from the world of rallying and high performance. There will also be children’s entertainment to keep the younger members of the family happy!
This is the second year of the show, organized by members of the ALMC Motor Club from Dublin, Fingal, Meath, Louth and while entry to the exhibition is free, all proceeds from the raffle and any donations on the day will go to the Jack & Jill Foundation. The children’s charity provides home
nursing care and respite to the families of 300 children nationwide who are born with or develop brain damage and who suffer from severe intellectual and physical developmental delay as a result. ALMC club member Joe Butler will forever be indebted to the Jack & Jill Foundation after his newborn child, Ellen, was diagnosed with Edward Syndrome, a rare chromosome disorder. ‘She didn’t look great straight away,’ said Joe. ‘Shortly after the birth Ellen was diagnosed with Edward Syndrome – it was just one of those random things.‘We took Ellen home after two weeks and
she stayed for four weeks. Only for Jack & Jill I don’t know how my wife Geraldine and I would have got through it as we had our other children to care for also. For two or three nights a week a nurse would arrive at 10pm and leave at 8am the following morning. ‘When one of the other members suggested we hold the Motorshow in aid of the Jack & Jill Foundation I really appreciated the gesture. ‘We held our first show last year – and it went way beyond our expectations. We got lucky with the
weather and, in hindsight, word got round a lot more than we had thought! It was a brilliant day and we’re hoping for an even better show this year.’ Making a return visit this year is the supercharged Ariel Atom, with 300bhp and weighing only 500kg it is one of the world’s fastest accelerating cars, capable of getting from zero to 100mph and stopping again all
inside 10 seconds. Other highlights to look out for include a Porsche 997 GT3 RS – ‘the most focused and racetrack-oriented street legal car that Porsche manufacture’ – and a Honda NSX. ‘This is a Honda supercar from the 90s,’ added Joe. ‘Chassis development was with consultation from Ayrton Senna and to this day is considered one of the best handling sports cars ever. This car has been modified to closely resemble the limited edition NSX-R specification. ‘We will also have kit-cars and modified cars, including a 1963 Morris Minor Traveller fitted with a 3.5L V8 engine.’ For motorbike enthusiasts, a Neil Hodgson’s 2010 Yamaha R1 British superbike, built by Rob McElnea to factory specification will be on display. Built with traction control and onboard Gyroscope, the bike develops a max power output of 218bhp and is still in its full superbike livery. This will be displayed alongside one of the late Martin Finnegan’s bikes.
The ALMC Motorshow kicks off at 11.30am until 5pm on Sunday, May 9th. For the raffle, books of 16 tickets at €10 per ticket (with each book covering the cost of one night’s care from a qualified nurse) are available on the day, or in advance from www.almcmotorshow.com. The first prize consists of a €1200 travel voucher for a trip to a Formula One Grand Prix.
Supercars ready to rev up the ALMC Motorshow at City North Hotel By Carmel Riggs
The Dream Machines
Revved up: Members of the ALMC
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The promise from the team at CityNorth Hotel is to offer unrivalled value on your very special day. Choose from a variety of packages starting with the silver celebration at
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The sunlit Somerville Suites are an inspired choice for an elegant celebration.
Combine this with excellent food with carefully selected wines, chosen to offer exceptional value. The talented Andrew Dillon (pictured here) brings vast experience from some of the best known eateries in the UK and Dublin.
All of this is delivered with an impeccable service from the team headed up by the hotels professional and personable Rajat Bhatnagar (Wedding Services Manager). This all means that your wedding day will remain an incredible memory amongst cherished family and friends – and all without an extreme financial burden!
New in 2010 – couples can avail of our new wedding garden for those all important photo memories… a childrens games room which will keep our younger residents entertained… and maybe some older ones too. Any pre
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We invite you to call Edele on 01 690 6666 to arrange for a personal and unhurried showaround of our 4 star hotel facilities. Lets us give you a copy of our NEW wedding DVD and in your own time, watch how your very special day might unfold, from the comfort of your own home.
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Make: 320 IS BMWEngine: 2 Litre, 6 Cylinder
How long do you have it: A very long time, 23 years – and I have the same clutch in the car since I got it.
What was your first car and how old were you: It was a Mini and I was 18.
How old were you when you passed your driving test: Well, to be honest I was one of those lucky ones that all those years
ago got their licence due to the backlogs after strikes. I didn’t actually have to do a test. I was 19 at the time.What’s the best car you ever drove: There have been a few, Lamborghini Gallardo,
Ferrari and Aston Martin. I have relations that own them and I was lucky enough to get to drive them.
What’s your dream drive and why: Ferrari 360 Modena. You only need to look at this car, it really is a dream. And red, of course, is the colour for passion. Passion is very important to the Italians.
What’s the worst thing about driving in Drogheda: Potholes, congestion and traffic. I live
on the Dublin Road so to get to Yellowbatter, which is only across the other side of town, takes me forever. It’s just unbelievable. How often do you change your car: I’ve recently just bought a 2010 BMW 5 Series Diesel. I supposed I’d say every 3-4 years.
Who is your insurer and why: Kelleher Insurance. They rob me with a smile every year, so I keep going back. The staff are excellent, so friendly.
What’s on your CD player: Garth Brooks.
Who would be your dream passenger: My wife, of course, but if I had a second choice it would be Naomi Campbell.
What was your first bike and when did you start riding? My first bike was a Kawasaki ZZR-400. It was a decent bike but didn’t corner well. I started riding when I was 24.
What bike do you currently have and how long have you had it? I have a Honda CBR 1000RR Fireblade; I bought it new six years ago. The Fireblade is a great bike and it’s so stable.
What bikes would be in your fantasy garage? My own! Then I would have a Ducati 916, a Honda SP1, a Suzuki Hayabusa and then a BMW GS 1250 Adventurer.
What helmet do you use and what protective gear do you wear? I have an Arai Rx-7 helmet. I wear Spidi leathers, Oxtar boots and Buffalo gloves.
What type of motorcycle racing do you prefer?I love Moto GP but the appeal of Road Racing is just amazing, it’s in a different league and even Valentino Rossi wouldn’t do it!
What is your favourite race meet? It has to be the Isle of Man TT races, they are just brilliant!
I went there in 2004 and went around the island a couple of times. In Ireland, it would have to be the North West 200 and the Kells Road Races.
Who is your favourite racer of all time? On track it has to be Valentino Rossi and on the roads, Joey Dunlop.
If you could choose one motorcycle racer to spend a day with who would it be? Rossi. It would be great to get out on track with him, he’s funny and on track I’d say it would be a lot of fun.
What habits of other road users do you find most annoying / dangerous? The one thing that really annoys me is people not indicating. Indicating provides so much information for other motorists on the road on what a driver is going to do.
Would you have any suggestions for the RSA to improve safety for bikers? I think that anyone who wants to ride a bike should be made do compulsory practical tests. Also, the full licence test does not include enough skill tests for bikers being tested.
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The Sound Asleep Pillow Sleeping in has just become a lot more fun – thanks to this unique Sound Asleep Pillow! With a speaker built
inside the pillow, it allows you to drift off to your favourite music without having to wear headphones. Also, people who experience tinnitus can use the sound pillow to create a background noise, which can help them fall asleep. The pillow requires a music source, such as your MP3 player, radio, as long as it has a 3.5mm stereo plug to connect it to. Not recommended for children under 5 years. €24.95, www.thegadgetstore.ie
Walkie Talkie Watches These Walkie Talkie Watches are a cost effective solution to mobile phones. You can keep in touch for up to a range of 7km and no matter how much you talk it won’t cost a cent! Strapped to your wrist they can’t fall off and are sturdy enough to withstand any falls or sporting activities. They’re also perfect for keeping in touch with family and friends while on holidays, walking, mountaineering, camping or cycling. €69.95, www.thegadgetstore.ie
Bicygnals Indicator Lights This set of Bicygnals Indicator Lights will help cyclists who take to the road at night to be seen more clearly by motorists. All you have to do is snap the indicators onto your bicycle’s handlebars, and you’re ready for your journey.
This set includes two lights (one front and one rear), two holders, four AAA batteries and a carry case. €39.90, www.pixmania.ie
BehindThe Wheel
Ronan Mooney from Anneville Crescent is the proprietor of Town Centre Barbers in Drogheda and has been riding bikes for nearly 10 years.
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Borzalino’s in Mell has recently been voted Louth’s Best Customer Service Restaurant. Here head chef Luca Palombo dishes up Italian cuisine to suit any occasion
It’s 12 years since Filomena
and Dominic Borza opened the doors to Borzalino Restaurant in Mell. The pair – who also own Dominic’s Takeaway on George’s Street and Elisa’s Restaurant in Ardee – have seen many changes through the years but the one thing that has remained constant is their support from locals. A family-run business, the restaurant is renowned for its fine Italian and European food, especially head chef Luca Palombo’s ‘speciality’ dishes. ‘We are constantly striving to add a variety of new dishes to our menu,’ says Filomena. ‘Luca has been with us from
the beginning, having trained and worked in Italy before relocating to Drogheda. He does specials quite a lot and each time they always go down a treat with customers.’ Borzalino’s recently scooped the title of Best Customer Service Restaurant in Louth and is now relying on locals’ support to go through to the Regional Finals of the Irish Restaurants Awards 2010 which will be held on June 9th in the Burlington Hotel. All you have to do is text ‘Customer 425’ to 53306 to show your support. The restaurant holds a full wine license and also carries a range of bottle beers and ciders. For further details on bookings and reservations, please contact 041-9845444.
Mushroom Ravioli with Truffle Sauce (Serves 4)
THE FIllINgIngredients100g of fresh ricotta100g mushrooms1 clove of garlicParsley2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oilHandful of parmesan cheeseSalt and pepper Method1. Clean and slice the mushrooms. Cook them with the chopped garlic and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.2. Once the mushrooms are cooked leave to cool. When they have cooled down, mix them with the ricotta and parmesan cheese.3. Roll out the dough as thinly as possible and cut out circles of about 8cm in diameter.4. Spoon the mushroom filling in the centre of each circle, fold in half and shape into half moons.
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Ingredients1 large squid1 medium sized octopus300g mussels150g shrimp4 tiger prawns1 cuttlefish2 fresh tomatoes2 pieces of celery stemsChopped fresh parsleyExtra virgin olive oil1 fresh lemonA pinch of salt
Method1. Wash and clean out all of the fish.2. Bring cuttlefish, squid and octopus all to the boil in separate pots until al dente.3. Steam the tiger prawns and shrimps for 3 minutes. Once the prawns and shrimp are cooked, remove the shell.4. Sauté the mussels in olive oil.
5. Slice the cuttlefish, squid and octopus and place all of the fish into a bowl.6. Wash the tomatoes and celery stems before removing the tomato seeds. Slice the tomatoes and celery very thinly.7. Mix the tomato and celery stems with the fish. Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice over the salad. Season with parsley, salt and olive oil. Mix well.
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BusinessDescribe your day-to-day role. I’ve been Director of Drogheda Homeless Aid for nearly 10 years, and literally every single day has been different since I started! We have 22 residents in our hostel, and 140 resettled residents that we link in with regularly and they all have so many different reasons for being homeless, so I spend quite a lot of time co-ordinating services and care plans for our clients. For the last few years I have also spent a lot of time pleading with Government departments to fund us, and organising fundraising activities to keep us going.
What are the most rewarding aspects of your job? When residents feel that they are ready to move out of our hostel into their own home. There are so many hurdles to overcome for somebody to be ready to resettle; it’s very rewarding to witness all the steps that clients go through on the way.
What was your first job and how much did you earn? My first job was in 1994, during the summer between 1st year and 2nd year in college. Earth Nightclub had just opened, and I was employed as a glass collector, earning £15 a night, I think!
What’s your greatest professional achievement? Achieving a Masters in Criminal Justice, and subsequently going on to lecture on the course at weekends.
Who do you most admire in business? I admire people who follow their dreams to pursue their chosen career, especially in the arts. We have so much local talent in Drogheda, like Darren Thornton, who set up Calipo Theatre and Picture Company in the mid-1990s, and singer-songwriter SJ McArdle, who has fantastic talent. In recent
times, I have found that I have great admiration for all of our local business
people, who are struggling against the odds because of our economic climate, but
who remain motivated.
The most valuable lesson you have learned over the years? To never judge a book by its cover! In this line of work I find it can be easy to label someone as a ‘street drinker’ or a ‘drug addict’ etc, and you can forget that behind that cover, more often than not, you will find somebody who is gentle, intelligent, talented and witty, and somebody who has a lot to offer society.
Has the current economic climate changed your spending habits? Well, in the last year or so I haven’t maxed as many credit cards as I usually would! There’s a much greater emphasis on value for money now; we’re not paying way over the odds for everything anymore.
If you could change anything in Drogheda, what would it be? The violence on the streets. The town is definitely a more dangerous place than it used to be, especially at night time. The solution isn’t simple though, and you would wonder where we should start! At the very least we need a legislative response to knife crime, we need for the Government to provide more adequate budgets for policing our streets, and we need a judicial system that’s responsive to the experiences of victims.
NEWSDrogheda & District Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce that an Employment & Advice Fair in association with FAS is taking place in Scotch Hall on May 14th & 15th. The event will be attended by local employers and locally-based Employment Advice Agencies. Officials from European Member State countries will also be in attendance and will be able to advise on career options abroad.
To join the Chamber contact 041 9833544 or visit www.droghedachamber.com
This month’s Connect 4 Lunch takes place on May 18th in La Vida Tapas Bar & Restaurant. For May, the Chamber is delighted to welcome Alan Tracey from Knowledge Business Solutions to talk about, ‘Turning the Corner: From Survive to Thrive’. Alan hopes to give the audience a little help on achieving growth, profitability and prosperity by applying a systematic and structured approach to all aspects of business. Check out the Chamber website for registration and further information.
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Nights on Broadway The Bee Gees Story Saturday, May 15th, 8pm,
The TL T Concert Hall & Theatre This is
the show that Bee Gees fans everywhere have been waiting for! Nights
on Broadway The Bee Gees Story will amuse, charm and delight all Bee
Gees and music fans alike. Through words and music, the show tells of
the remarkable highs and lows in the lives of Barry, Robin and Maurice
Gibb. The Bee Gees catalogue of hits is presented by a full live band
featuring Ireland’s finest musicians with guest artists appearing as some
of the many singers that the Gibb brothers wrote for. A truly entertaining
spectacle! Tickets €25, www.thetlt.ie.
International Museum Day and Bealtaine Event for Older People Tuesday, May 18th, 12noon, Highlanes Gallery & Droichead Arts Centre This afternoon of culture for the elderly begins with an early lunch at 12noon in Andersons Cafe, Highlanes Gallery, where they will offer a special lunch menu of soup, sandwich and tea/coffee for €11.95. At 1pm, a special guided tour of the gallery will take place including the exhibition The Marienbad Palace and a selection of work from the Drogheda Municipal Art Collection. From here you will be led over to the second part of The Marienbad Palace exhibition at Droichead Arts Centre on Stockwell Street. This will be followed by an afternoon cup of tea or coffee before settling down to watch the film Dean Spanley at 2pm. Admission is free
ExhibitionDrogheda Arts Festival presents: The Marienbad Palace, Monday- Saturday 10am-5pm, Highlanes Gallery & Droichead Arts Centre. An
exhibition of work curated by Jacqui McIntosh, The Marienbad Palace brings together works by Laura Buckley, Diana Copperwhite, Jorge De La Garza, Alicja Kwade, Haroon Mirza and Ian Monroe. The works shown within the exhibition explore ideas of reality beyond our everyday experiences of space and time. In The Marienbad Palace, time stretches and is without duration, space is multidimensional, the distinction between subjective and objective reality blurred. The exhibition, which includes collage, painting, sculpture, installation and video, takes its title from JG Ballard’s 1989 short story ‘The Enormous Space’ and Alain Resnais’ seminal 1961 film ‘Last Year in Marienbad’.
Drogheda Fringe Festival,May Bank Holiday Weekend. The first Drogheda Fringe Festival will compliment events and acts that are taking place over the May Bank Holiday as part of the official Drogheda Arts Festival. The Fringe Festival includes a highly eclectic range of events and performances, including different genres of music, poetry readings, visual arts and lots more besides... There will be something for everyone over the five days, so check out Dates for your Diary on pg 44 or visit www.droghedafringe.com for more details
Drogheda Arts Festival presents: The Ones who Kill Shooting Stars Sunday, May 2nd- Monday, May 3rd,
8.30pm, Droichead Arts Centre Conall
Quinn’s new play is a surreal tale of love
and death set on a Co. Louth beach during
World War II. Henry is on the lookout for German submarines but
all he really wants to do is fire his flare gun; Alice has decided to run
away from home again, and Edward’s wife is blowing kisses at him.
There’s also the body of the American pilot to bury… Performed by
Upstate Theatre Project, this is an original and highly entertaining
work by a writer currently generating a lot of interest in Ireland.
Tickets €18, www.droichead.com
Skerries Art School presents: The Musical Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Saturday, 29th May - Sunday, 30th May, 8pm, Droichead Arts Centre After a very successful production of Jeff Wayne’s War Of The Worlds last May, Skerries Art School are pleased to present their second show in the Droichead Art Centre. Join them in England 932AD where a valiant King Arthur is in search of the much-coveted Holy Grail. This year’s production promises an evening of hilarious madness in typical Monty Python style with a diverse range of dance and musical talent. The show is suitable for all ages and will appeal to Monty Python fanatics and novices alike. Tickets e15, www.droichead.com
what’s on in May
Altan Saturday, May 22nd, 8pm,
The TL T Concert Hall & Theatre In
2006, the Irish government recognised
their important contribution to the
music industry by issuing a postage
stamp in their honour, and they were
described by the Boston Globe as ‘the
most important band in the Celtic realm’. So in honour of their 25th anniversary
this year the traditional Irish music band have recorded a new album
with the RTE Concert Orchestra, getting a world-wide release in
Europe, Australia, Asia and America. Tickets €20, www.thetlt.ie
Madam Silk – The Performance, Tuesday, May 25th, 8.30pm, Droichead Arts Centre Madam
Silk has been created to include many art forms: aerial dance,
contemporary circus, dance, music and video. Three fantastic
female aerial dancers, who evolve in a universe of veils and
drapes, create a sensual atmosphere that gives birth to beautiful
choreography. It is a haunting, visually stunning piece where
the aerialists dance both in the air and on the ground using
circus skills on fabric and hoops. Tickets €18, www.droichead.com
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@ Boyne Valley Hotel, Drogheda
Salsa ClubPay as you go
Only 10/ClassClass & Club: 10
Club: 5
Total Beginners: 8-9pmBachata: 9-10pm
Tuesdays:
Thursdays: Improvers: 8-9pmIntermediates: 9-10pm
Private Classes on requestContact Frank: 087 0613590
Email: [email protected]: www.salsasensation.ie
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Food like your Mother used to make!
Lunch Served 12-3pm Mon. - Sun.Evening Menu - Sat. & Sun. 5-8.30pm.
Traditional Music Every Tuesday Night.Outside catering for Parties.
48 Trinity Street, Drogheda. Tel: 041 9834891
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thepunt51 Fair Street, Drogheda
Phone: 041-9847868
Friday 30th April: Purple SessionSunday 1st May: Willa White & Steve
Cummins Comedy NightSunday 2nd May: Travelling John
McHugh’sWHAT’S ON
041 9835995
Chord Road, DroghedaWHAT’S ONWHAT’S ONWHAT’S ON
Function Room AvailableFREE for All Parties
Thurs 29th April Texas HoldemTable Quiz - Drogheda Scouts
Fri 30th April Fringe Festival feat. S.J. McArdle, Blue Mountain, Long Knives
Drogheda Creative Writers & Poetry Scam @ 8pm (Late Bar)
Sat 1st May Fringe Festival feat. The Republic of Loose (Late Bar)
Sun 2nd May Fringe Festival feat. John Spillane,& Ger Wolfe, @ 8.30pm (Late Bar)Tickets on sale
Thurs 6th May Texas Holdem
Fri 7th May Benefi t Night for Mick McArdle Motor Neurone Association
Sat 8th May Benefi t Night for Tanzania
Thurs 13th May Comedy NightTexas Holdem
Fri 14th May Digital Paradise
Sat 15th May AZDC Defi nite tribute to ACDC
Thurs 20th May Texas HoldemCéilí
Fri 21st May Table Quiz - Boyne Badminton Club
Sat 29th May Subway Sounds - Electric Avenue & DJ Mammy John (Late Bar)
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Entertainment
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EVEnTS Dates for your diary
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Sat 1st MayHighlanes Gallery / Droichead Arts Centre: Marienbad Palace Exhibition Talk. 1pm-2.15pm. FREEDroichead Arts Centre Cafe, Stockwell Street: Write Now – Poetry Please. Readings from emerging poets and writers at 3pm and Poetry Please – readings from four established poets at 4pm from the Drogheda Area.Droichead Arts Centre, Barlow House: So you want to make a movie? A workshop for 16 persons, aged 14-17. 11am-2pm, tickets €5Droichead Arts Centre Cafe: Poetry reading with poet Eilean Ni Chuilleanain. Tickets €8St. Peter’s Church of Ireland: Sofia Gubaidalina Performance. 8pm. Tickets €15The Barbican: The Music of Children – 4.30pm. Adult: €10 Child: €5. The Barbican: Drogheda Trilogy by Frank Kelly, 12pm, FREESt. Mary’s Diocesan School: Mock – site-specific play devised by Droichead Youth Theatre. 6pm (duration 45mins) Tickets: €10Dalys of Donore: Trad in the Afternoon. 2pm. FREEDunany: Vantastival FestivalHarry’s Bar: Swing Dance with the sounds of Frank Sinatra. 4pm.d Hotel: Cirque de Legume. 9pm. €15 ticket d Hotel: Taboo – Arts FestivalWest Street: West Street Wonderland. Street entertainment, music and workshops. 11am-6pm. Admission FREE Scotch Hall: Artisan Market. 11am – 5pm. Fashion Event. 11am to 4pmThe Punt: Willa White & Steve Cummins Comedy NightThe Purple Room: Strange Glue EP Launch €10Sarsfields: Bagful of Songs - Top Notch CoversMcHughs: Republic of Loose. Tickets €20. Late Bar.Redz: Let’s be Frank - Old Blue Eyes Live & in Person from 9pmMcPhails: Great Pretenders (Fundraiser) – Late BarLa Vida: Emma Jane Maher. FREE
Bru: Resident DJThe Gallops, Julianstown: Outdoor Craft Fair. 11am – 4pmThe Gallops, Julianstown: Live Music – Laura Cunningham 10pm til midnight
Sun 2nd MayDroichead Arts Centre Cafe: Poetry reading with poet Eilean Ni Chuilleanain. Tickets: €8Droichead Arts: The Ones who Kill Shooting Stars. 8.30pm. Tickets: €18/€16Millmount: Traditional day at Millmount – music, songs, crafts, re-enactments 1pm-5pm. FREESt. Mary’s Diocesan School: Mock – site-specific play devised by Droichead Youth Theatre. 6pm (duration 45mins) tickets: €10Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre, Oldbridge & Drogheda Town Centre: The Boyne Valley 10K Run in aid of GOAL @ 10amThe Punt: Travelling JohnBru: Lunchtime Jazz; Joanne Kiernan & Jack Four. 3pm. FREEBlack Bull: All day music jam. 3pm. FREEHarry’s Bar: Finding LukaMcPhails: Day: BBQ & Music with Paddy McArdle & Anton Judge. Later: Juicer Late BarMcHughs: John Spillane with Ger Wolfe. Tickets €18. 8.30pmHarry’s Bar: Joe Rooney & Guests. 9pm. €10La Vida: Emma Jane Maher. 9pm.Bru: Disco Fever Resident DJ DaveThe Riverhouse: Elvis. 10pmMcPhails: Juicer 10pmStorm: Fringe Wrap Party. Pretty in Pink – Ladies Nite. Doors open 11.30pmThe Waterfront, Scotch Hall: Drogheda Spring Food Fair. 1pm-5pm. Admission FREEd Hotel: Heartbeat – Goal RunBoyne Valley Hotel: Holistic Fair 1pm-6pmThe Cellars, Laurence Street: Slow Foot – Bluegrass Music. 10pmPurple Room: DJ Ashley Beedle – support by Keith Kelly. Doors 11pm Garden Room Sessions @ The Black Bull: All day outdoor music starting at 3pm
The Gallops, Julianstown: Ballad Session – Tim Finnegan 6pm-8pmThe Gallops, Julianstown: Jizz Student Disco. 8pm-11pm. Admission €10 (tickets only)
Mon 3rd MayDroichead Arts: The Ones who Kill Shooting Stars. 8.30pm. Tickets: €18/€16St. Mary’s Diocesan School: Mock – site-specific play devised by Droichead Youth Theatre. 6pm (duration 45mins) Tickets: €10St. Peter’s Church of Ireland: Internationally renowned pianist Young-Choon Park and Lyric FM presenter George Hamilton team up. 2.30pm. €5 / €10 family ticketWestcourt Hotel: Country & Western Night: Dee Reilly. The Barbican: Dervish 8.30pm €18McPhails: The Monday Club
Tues 4th MayFoleys: Traditional MusicBoyne Valley Hotel: Salsa Sensation Classes. Total Beginners 8pm-9pm. Bachata 9pm-10pm. Contact Frank 087-0613590Parish Rooms, Julianstown: Salsa Fever Classes. Improvers: 8.15pm – 9.15pm. Beginners: 9.15pm-10.15pm. Contact Maura: 087-2794585
Thurs 6th MayWestcourt Hotel: Alzheimer Coffee Morning 10am-1pmMcHughs: Texas HoldemMcPhails: The EnemiesBoyne Valley Hotel: Salsa Sensation Classes. Improvers 8pm-9pm. Intermediates 9pm-10pm. Salsa Club from 10pm. Class: €10 Class + Club: €10 Club: €5 Boyne Valley Hotel: Alzheimers Tea Day 10am-12pmDalys of Donore: Live Traditional Music from 10pm
Fri 7th MayD Hotel: Roy TaylorWestcourt Hotel: The Full Monty. Local lads strip in aid of the Jack & Jill Foundation and Habitat for Humanity. Tickets €15, 8.30pm McHughs: Benefit Custers Last Band Trenchtown & DJ Mick F.Bru: Facebook Friday
McPhails: Tenderhoox
Sat 8th MayThe Purple Room: Purple Haze presents Super Ninja Turbo Club and Ross Breend Hotel: Joe KearnsWestcourt Hotel: Lord Mayor Show with Electric AvenueMcHughs: Benefit NightBru: Resident DJMcPhails: Over & Out. Late BarScotch Hall: Artisan Market
Sun 9th MayCity North Hotel: ALMC Motorshow
Mon 10th MayMcPhails: The Monday ClubThe Gallops, Julianstown: Live music – Neil Myles 6pm-8pm
Tues 11th MayFoleys Bar: Traditional MusicBoyne Valley Hotel: Salsa Sensation Classes. Total Beginners 8pm-9pm. Bachata 9pm-10pm. Parish Rooms, Julianstown: Salsa Fever Classes. Improvers: 8.15pm – 9.15pm. Beginners: 9.15pm-10.15pm
Wed 12th MayWestcourt Hotel: Africia Camera – Table Quiz
Thurs 13th MayMcHughs: Charity Comedy Night – Drag ArtistsMcPhails: The EnemiesDalys of Donore: Live Traditional Music from 10pmBoyne Valley Hotel: Salsa Sensation Classes. Improvers 8pm-9pm. Intermediates 9pm-10pm. Salsa Club from 10pm.
Fri 14th MayMcHughs: Digital Paradise – underage discoMcPhails: VertigoBru: Facebook Friday
Sat 15th MayTL T Concert Hall & Theatre: Night on Broadway The Bee Gees Story. 8pm. Tickets €25Westcourt Hotel: School Reunion – St. Olivers’ 10 years Anniversary.Scotch Hall: Artisan MarketMcHughs: AZDC - ACDC tribute
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All entries correct at time of going to press but may be subject to change. Every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of this listing, however no liability can be accepted for errors or omissions. Check with venues.
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McPhails: Seducers. Late BarBru: Resident DJThe Gallops, Julianstown: 80’s Night. €10pp or €15 per couple.
Sun 16th Mayd Hotel: Traditional SetMcPhails: Fish Out of WaterThe Gallops, Julianstown: Laura Cunningham 6pm-8pm
Mon 17th MayMcPhails: The Monday Club
Tues 18th MayFoleys Bar: Traditional MusicBoyne Valley Hotel: Salsa Sensation Classes. Total Beginners 8pm-9pm. Bachata 9pm-10pm. Droichead Arts Centre: Silver Screen Club presents Dean Spanley. 2pm. FREE for over 55sParish Rooms, Julianstown: Salsa Fever Classes. Improvers: 8.15pm – 9.15pm Beginners: 9.15pm-10.15pm
Thurs 20th MayMcHughs: Ceili & Texas HoldemMcPhails: The EnemiesDalys of Donore: Live Traditional Music from 10pmBoyne Valley Hotel: Salsa Sensation Classes. Improvers 8pm-9pm. Intermediates 9pm-10pm. Salsa Club from 10pm. Droichead Arts Centre: Mary McPartlan and The Dark Horse on the Wind Tour. 9pm. Tickets: €15
Fri 21st MayMcHughs: Table Quiz – Boyne Badminton ClubMcPhails: 9 Inch TrioBru: Facebook Friday
Sat 22nd Mayd Hotel: Joe KearnsTLT Concert Hall & Theatre: Altan. 8pm. Tickets €25Purple Room: Fundraiser featuring The Hobgoblins, Geriko and moreFusion Niteclub: Irish Pole Championships. 7.30pm. Tickets: €10McPhails: Sopranos. Late BarBru: Resident DJScotch Hall: Artisan MarketBoyne Valley Hotel: Purple Salsa Night @ 9pm. Salsa Guest DJ Leo e10
Sun 23rd Mayd Hotel: Traditional Set
The Gallops, Julianstown: Live Music – A & A 6pm-8pm
Mon 24th MayMcPhails: The Monday ClubDroichead Arts Centre: Circus Aerial Dance Classes with Fidget Feet. 7.30pm-9.30pm. Tickets: €12
Tues 25th MayFoleys Bar: Traditional MusicBoyne Valley Hotel: Salsa Sensation Classes. Droichead Arts Centre: Madam Silk the Performance. 8.30pm. Tickets: €18 / €16Parish Rooms, Julianstown: Salsa Fever Classes. Improvers: 8.15pm – 9.15pm. Beginners: 9.15pm-10.15pm.
Wed 26th MayDroichead Arts Centre Cafe/Bar: Sean Nos Singing Session. 9.30pm
Thurs 27th MayMcPhails: The EnemiesDalys of Donore: Live Traditional Music from 10pmBoyne Valley Hotel: Salsa Sensation
Fri 28th MayD Hotel: The EnemiesMcPhails: Catch 22Redz: Comedy Club from 8pmBru: Facebook Friday
Sat 29th Mayd Hotel: Joe KearnsMcHughs: Subway Sounds – Ultimate 80’s Night. Electric AvenueMcPhails: Knights of Leon (Kings of Leon Tribute Band). Late Bar.Bru: Resident DJThe Gallops, Julianstown: Live Music – Laura Cunningham. 10pm Droichead Arts Centre: The Musical of Monty Python and the Holy Grail. 8pm. Tickets: €15Scotch Hall: Artisan MarketSlane Castle: ActiveOutside.ie Triathlon
Sun 30th Mayd Hotel: Traditional SetWestcourt Hotel: Mickey Mouse Clubhouse ShowDroichead Arts Centre: The Musical of Monty Python and the Holy Grail. 8pm. Tickets: €15
Mon 31st MayMcPhails: The Monday Club
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Nights on Broadway
– the BeeGees Story
Nights on Broadway – the BeeGees Story
Best of Irish-Bagatelle,
Dublin City Ramblers
Johnny McEvoy, Johnny Fean
Altan
Abba Forever
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AltanStarts 8pmTickets
2 4 t h J u n eAbba ForeverStarts 8pmTickets
Johnny McEvoy, Johnny Fean
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Email: [email protected] Web: www.theTLT.ieSAT NAV Coordinates: for TLT Concert Hall N53° 41.970 W006° 22.301
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The Best of Everything
Best thing about being a goalkeeper: I don’t know, I reckon I should have been a striker! No seriously, it means I get to play a lot longer than everyone else. When players reach their early thirties they start thinking about retiring but being a goalkeeper means I get to stay in the game for longer.
Best soccer moment: Making my debut for Ireland against Denmark on March 27, 2002. In fact, I have the shirt I wore that day hanging up on the wall of my study!
Best game ever: The Edinburgh Derby, Hibernian Vs Hearts. It was 3-0 to Hibs.
Best save you ever made: A play-off final penalty save; Barnsley Vs Swansea in Wales.
Best thing about wearing the Irish jersey: You’re amongst an elite few – and so many would give their right arm to be in your position. All through my life it was my dream to play for Ireland.
Best way to unwind after a match: Spend time with my wife Caroline (we’ve been together since I was 18) and our 10-year-old son Liam. I also enjoy walking the dog and a round of golf.
Best advice you ever received: It’s nice to be important but it’s more important to be nice!
Best thing about growing up in Brookville: Having family around and playing football down on the Green!
Best memory of your school days at St Oliver’s: My dad Dave teaching me. He taught woodwork and technical drawing and the wonderful way he treated me and my friends sticks out most in my mind.
Best thing about being a dad: Liam’s a great kid and whenever he says he loves me it’s a great feeling. We’re very fortunate.
Best drink: Protein Shake! When you’re getting on in years you have to start looking after the body!
Best snack: I love fruit – apple, banana, grapes…
Best hobby: A round of golf with my friends. I have to admit I’m a
fair-weather golfer and play very badly but I enjoying catching up with the lads on the course!
Best read: I like something you can put down and pick up a week later. Any Jeremy Clarkson easy-reading books do it for me.
Best film: Any mindless comedy, really! I like Adam Sandler and enjoyed watching Happy Gilmore and Don’t Mess with the Zohan.
Best hideaway: The States – Scottsdale in Arizona to be precise! It’s real cowboy country and I’ve been there a few times. In fact, I’m going back again with the family in the summer and I’m really looking forward to it.
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with former Rep. of Ireland and currentGrimsby Town goalkeeper, Drogheda man- NICky ColGaN
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