Together with Cllrs McGrattan and Perry, Mary’s motion calling on DCC to progress a proposal for a full sized all weather soccer pitch in Cabra, was unanimously passed at November 2019 Central Area Commiteee. Mary will work with DCC, the FAI and the local soccer community to progress this exciting initiative. Anyone involved in…
Category: Sport & Culture
Moore Street
Mary chaired the second meeting of the Lord Mayors Forum on Moore Street in City Hall on November 4th 2019, draft minutes HERE. Mary welcomed the update from Dublin City Council that two new traders will commence on the Street and a third applicant is being processed. The Lord Mayors Forum has been tasked by…
Markets MUGA
Mary was delighted to represent the Lord Mayor at the official opening of the Markets Multi Use Games Area (or MUGA) in this ancient part of our capital city. Community Leaders from Saint Michans House, Kevin Barry House, Henrietta House, Ormond Square, Constitution Hill & Chancery House as well as members of the Markets Muga…
Dublin Literary Awards
On November 11, 2019 on behalf of the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Mary officially launched the Dublin Literary Award 2020. The Dublin Literary Award is a Dublin City Council initiative recognised internationally for its promotion of excellence in world literature as well as for its promotion of Irish writing internationally. The 156 books eligible for…
St Bernards Reopened
On October 31st 2019 Mary was delighted to welcome the Lord Mayor of Dublin City to reopen St Bernards Youth Club on Fassaugh Avenue. St Bernards was first opened in 1969 and for many decades local volunteers ran a vibrant and fun Youth Club on the premises. The Youth Club ceased to operate in the…
Moore Street Forum
Following appointment by Lord Mayor of Dublin City to Chair the Lord Mayor’s Forum on Moore Street, Mary chaired the first meeting of the Lord Mayors Forum. The meeting was attended by relatives of 1916, Moore Street Business owners, City Councillors and City Council Management. Matters discussed included the working of the Lord Mayors…
Drumcondra Mens Shed
Mary is delighted to help Drumcondra Tidy Villages set-up a “Drumcondra Mens Shed”. Huge thanks to Rosmini GAA for providing use of their premises and Dublin City Council for guidance and support. The Drumcondra Mens Shed is inviting people living in Drumcondra and interested in undertaking environmental works in our community to get in touch…
Shandon Pitch & Putt
Phibsborough is home to one of Ireland’s oldest Pitch & Putt clubs based right on its doorstep, HERE in Shandon, Dublin 7. Mary was delighted to support Shandon Pitch & Putt’s open invite to new members when they celebrated the benefits of active living at all ages during “Active Living Week”. Shandon Pitch & Putt…
Na Fianna & DCU Partnership
Mary was delighted to deputise for the Lord Mayor at the launch of CLG Na Fianna and DCU’s Community Partnership at Na Fianna’s clubhouse on St Mobhi Road. This 7 year agreement enables shared access to facilities, internships, promotion of the Irish language, cultural activities, volunteering & coaching initiatives. Click HERE to read more about…
Gateway to the City
On Sunday 29th September Mary was delighted to deputise for the Lord Mayor of Dublin City at Dublin Cities brand new street festival “Gateway to the City” which showcased the history, culture and delicious food that Dorset Street, Blessington Street and environs has to offer.The event was organised by Dorset Street Together with the support…