22nd March, 2001
Notice
Board
ARE YOU OVER 60?
The new edition of 'Entitlements for the Over-Sixties' is now
available. For you Copy contact Cobh Citizens Information Centre
by phoning 4814422 or calling into the Parish Centre, Roches Row,
Cobh.
PARENTS COUNCIL MEETING
There will be an 'Open Meeting' to discuss the current Teachers
Dispute. The meeting has been organised by the Parents Council of
Christ the King Girls Secondary School for 8.00PM on Thursday 29th
March in Nemo Rangers Hurling and Football Club. All parents are
urged to come along and give their support. For further
information please contact Stella Collins at 021 4362886 or 087
2252070.
THE HISTORY OF MOTHERS DAY
Julia Ward Howe made the first known suggestion for a Mother's
Day in the United States in 1872. She suggested that people
observe a Mother's Day on June 2 as a day dedicated to peace. For
several years, she held an annual Mother's Day meeting in Boston.
Mary Towles Sasseen, a Kentucky schoolteacher, started conducting
Mother's Day celebrations in 1887. Frank E. Hering of South Bend,
Ind., launched a campaign for the observance of Mother's Day in
1904.
Three years later, Anna Jarvis of Grafton, W. Va., and
Philadelphia, began a campaign for a nation-wide observance of
Mother's Day. She chose the second Sunday in May, and began the
custom of wearing a carnation. On May 10, 1908, churches in
Grafton and Philadelphia held Mother's Day celebrations. The
service at Andrews Methodist Episcopal Church in Grafton honoured
the memory of Anna Jarvis' own mother, Mrs. Anna Reeves Jarvis.
At the General Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church in
Minneapolis, Minn., in 1912, a delegate from Andrews Church
introduced a resolution recognising Anna Jarvis as the founder of
Mother's Day. It suggested that the second Sunday in May be
observed as Mother's Day.
Mother's Day received national recognition on May 9, 1914. On
that day, President Woodrow Wilson signed a joint resolution of
Congress recommending that Congress and the executive departments
of the federal government observe Mother's Day. The next year,
President Wilson was authorised to proclaim Mother's Day an
annual national observance.
A day for honouring mothers was observed many years ago in
England. It was called Mothering Sunday, and came in mid-Lent.
Yugoslavs and people in other nations have observed similar days.
In the United States it's on the second Sunday in May, many
families and churches make a special point of honouring mothers.
Many people follow the custom of wearing a carnation on Mother's
Day. A coloured carnation means that a person's mother is living.
A white carnation indicates that a person's mother is dead.
Here at home we share the name with the Americans but our day is
on the 4th Sunday of Lent. It is a day on which we should all
show our love honour and respect for our mothers and that's the
least we should do.
ELTON JOHN
Composer, pop singer and pianist who made unusual eyeglasses and
flashy costumes his trademarks. His melodic songs, superb piano
playing, and showmanship in concerts have made him one of the
most successful performers of his time.
John was born in Pinner in Middlesex England on the 24th March
1947. His real name was Reginald Kenneth Dwight. He began his
musical career playing piano in an English hotel. In 1967, John
began a long collaboration with lyricist Bernie Taupin. The team
created many hit songs, including "Candle in the Wind"
(1987). John performed an updated version called "Candle in
the Wind 1997" at the funeral of Diana, Princess of Wales,
who died in an automobile accident. The recording of the new
version became the biggest seller in music history.
John's other hits include "Your Song" (1970), "Friends"
(1971), "Rocket Man" and "Crocodile Rock" (both
1972), "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting" and
"Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" (both 1973), "Don't Go
Breaking My Heart" (duet with Kiki Dee, 1975), "Mama
Can't Buy You Love" (1979), "I'm Still Standing" (1983),
"Sacrifice" and "Healing Hands" (both 1990),
"Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me" (duet with George
Michael, 1992), "True Love" (duet with Kiki Dee, 1993),
and "Can You Feel the Love Tonight?" (1994).
John appeared in the motion picture Tommy (1975) and won the 1994
Academy Award for best score for his music for the animated
feature The Lion King. His 1979 concert in Moscow was filmed as
From Elton with Love. John was knighted in 1997 by Queen
Elizabeth II for his charity work.
GOETHE
(Anniversary)
Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe German poet, novelist, dramatist, and
scholar. He is generally considered the founder of modern German
literature, and was the leader of the Romantic Sturm und Drang
movement. His works include the autobiographical Die Leiden des
Jungen Werthers/The Sorrows of the Young Werther 1774 and the
poetic play Faust 1808 and 1832, his masterpiece.
Among his many interests were geology, the occult, physics,
philosophy, biology, comparative anatomy, and optics. His many
works - in poetry, drama, fiction, and science - made him known
throughout Europe. Between 1775 and 1785 he served as Prime
Minister at the court of Weimar. A visit to Italy 1786-88
inspired the classical dramas Iphigenie auf Tauris/Iphigenia in
Tauris 1787 and Torquato Tasso 1790.
Goethe was born in Frankfurt-am-Main in 1749, and studied law.
Inspired by Shakespeare, to whose work he was introduced by the
critic J G von Herder, he wrote the play Götz Von Berlichingen
1773. In later years he was a friend of the dramatist Schiller.
Goethe's scientific research was characterised by a combination
of keen observation and poetic intuition. He discovered the
intermaxillary bone in the human jaw (thus anticipating Charles
Darwin's link between humans and apes); and argued that the skull
was a modification of the spine, and that all the parts of a
plant are modifications of the leaf. In physics, he argued
against Isaac Newton's theory of light. He also devoted much time
to the study of painting and from 1791 was director of the Weimar
court theatre.
Other works include the Wilhelm Meister novels 1795-1829, the
short novel Die Wahlverwandschaften/Elective Affinities 1809, and
Farbenlehre/Treatise on Colour 1810.
Goethe died on 22nd March 1832.
JOKE OF THE WEEK!
A married couple were enjoying a dinner out when
a statuesque brunette walked over to their table, exchanged warm
greetings with the husband and walked off.
“Who was that?” the wife demanded.
“If you must know,” the husband replied, “that was
my mistress”.
“Your mistress? That’s it! I want a divorce!”
The husband looked her straight in the eye and said, “Are
you sure you want to give up our big house in the suburbs, your
Mercedes, your furs, your jewellery and our vacation home in
Mexaco?”
For a long time they continued dining in silence. Finally, the
woman nudged her husband and said, “Isn’t that Howard
over there? Who’s he with?”
“That’s HIS mistress,” her husband replied.
“Oh,” she said, taking a bite of dessert, “Ours is
much cuter.”
COOL CLEAR WATER
The Cork Geological Association are holding the John Dunne
Memorial Lecture on Wednesday, 28th March 2001 at Jury's Hotel,
Western Road, and we feel it may be of particular interest to
those who may be obtaining their domestic water supply from a
ground-water well, or who may be considering sinking one - it
will be a very good opportunity to get the most up to date
information from an expert in this field.
The details are as follows:
PRACTICAL MEASURES FOR AVOIDING POLLUTION OF GROUND-WATER WELLS
Speaker Dr Donal Daly of the Geological Survey of lreland
The lecture commences at 8pm sharp and admission is free to
members, while non-members will be charged £2.00.
MOTORING MOMENTS
Henry Forde (1st) died at Fair Lane on April 7th
1947 at 11.40pm. On the day of his death floods on the river
Rouge broke the banks and cut off local power. They also flooded
the private generating plant at Fair Lane. Henry Ford the man who
put America on wheels - the multi-billionare seccess story - left
this world, as he entered it 83 years before, by the light of a
paraffin lamp.
Dan Dempsey's 24 hour Rescue & Recovery, Kinsale. 086-8217777
A1-ANON
Al-ANON Family Groups Open Public Meeting at The Dominican
Centre,
Popes Quay, on Wednesday April 4th from 8 PM to 9,30 PM. People
whose
lives are affected by someone else's drinking are invited to
attend.
THE HISTORY OF DOUGLAS
Part 34 - Frankfield Chapel
The Rev. Horace Townsend had this to say: "The parish (Carrigaline)
contains two churches, one of which, a chapel of ease, was
erected about twenty years since at Douglas on the northern
quarter to accommodate the respectable inhabitants of that
vicinity."
Frankfield Protestant Church was built and endowed by Samuel Lane
of Frankfield. The silver plate, two chalices, two patens, one
flagon dated 1838, are inscribed "Frankfield Church.
Presented by Samuel Lane of Frankfield." One notice stated:
Chaplain: Rev. K.Leslie A.M
Hours Of Service: 12 and in summer 6 o'clock in the evening. On
Wednesdays during the winter months 12 noon; in the summer months
6 o'clock in the evening.
Sacrament the 1st Sunday in every month at noon services.
Next week The Lane Family
On the Roundabout
At a function held in Lion House, Douglas, over
£5000 was handed over to two institutions. It, being the
proceeds of a charity gala Irish film premier organised by the
Douglas Lions Club. Over 150 people attended the Irish Film
premier "About Adam" and dinner in the Rochestown Park
Hotel, after the showing…. Progressive Democrats, Councillor
John Minihan has welcomed the EU approval for the new tax
incentive scheme for small towns in Cork…..Deirdre Clune T.D.
says the Government should be shamed by further criticism from EU
on poor environmental action.
CARRIGALINJE TOASTMASTERS
Two prominent members of the Carrigaline Toastmasters were first
and second in the Area 23 International Speech Contest, hosted by
Cork Toastmasters at Jury’s Hotel on Tuesday last March 20th
. Lynne Whitaker took first price for her speech entitled "I
challenge you", while founder member and veteran Liam
Cunningham was second with a speech called "nothing of great
significance". Lynne will now go on to the Division A final
to represent her area in Charleville on Saturday April 21st. The
next meeting of the Carrigaline Club takes place in the
Carrigaline Court hotel on Monday night next March 26th at 8.00 p.m..
Guests and new members are always welcome.
Cork Steiner Waldorf Kindergarten Initiative
The Cork Steiner Waldorf Kindergarten Initiative are a small not
for profit kindergarten, following the child centred holistic
philosophy of Rudolf Steiner who believed that creative play and
learning by imitation enhanced the social and communication
development of the child. The children at the kindergarten
benefit greatly from a warm loving environment with much outside
play and also paint draw bake bread prepare their own food and
play surrounded by nature.
They receive no Government funding and the parents raise all
funds. If you are interest in hearing more about them or doing an
interview, please ring Tina McAree at 021-4364377.
Waldorf Kindergarten Initiative
The Cork Steiner Waldorf Kindergarten Initiative are a small not
for profit kindergarten, following the child centred holistic
philosophy of Rudolf Steiner who believed that creative play and
learning by imitation enhanced the social and communication
development of the child. The children at the kindergarten
benefit greatly from a warm loving environment with much outside
play and also paint draw bake bread prepare their own food and
play surrounded by nature.
They receive no Government funding and the parents raise all
funds. If you are interest in hearing more about them or doing an
interview, please ring Tina McAree at 021-4364377.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES DEPT., CIT
Returning to education as a mature student, after an absence from
the world of academia, while becoming an increasingly realistic
option for people, still remains a daunting task. There are so
many considerations, which need to be made by the potential
student. Financial considerations, educational background, and
family responsibilities are but some of the perceived obstacles
which may prevent an aspiring student from actually becoming one.
The Educational Opportunities Department, CIT Adults Into Higher
Education Certificate has recognised these difficulties, since
the inception of the course in 1992, has tailored a programme
which makes the return to education very accessible. The
combination of a team of innovative and dedicated lecturers,
flexible time tabling, an ongoing guidance service maintenance
grants and book schemes, is most conducive to the needs of a
mature student.
The yearlong course familiarises the students with a range of
subjects including computing, mathematics, communication,
science, technology, business management and a European language.
Classes are Monday to Friday 10:00am to 2:00pm.
The aim of the course is to provide mature students with the
necessary, skills, knowledge and confidence to pursue higher
education. Its aptitude in achieving this can be gauged by the
numbers of graduates who continue on to pursue certificate,
diploma and degree courses not only in CIT but also in numerous
universities and Institutes of Technology elsewhere. Indeed two
female past pupils are now established member of staff in CIT,
one in Civil Engineering and another in Chemical Engineering.
Additionally the Educational Opportunities Department provides a
two-year National Certificate in Business Studies programme for
mature students and a National Certificate
in Science (GMP & Technology). This provides opportunities
for progression to qualification at Certificate, Diploma and
Degree level. The latter is an Accelerated Technician Programme
of 18 months duration.
EASTER FAIR
The Cork Steiner Waldorf Kindergarten are hoIding an Easter fair
and Open Day on Saturday 7th April from 1 to 4 PM at Quaker
House, Summerhill South, Cork. There will be a café serving home-made
soups, breads and cakes, Easter decorations and handmade crafts,
cake stall, children's' crafts and games, bric-a-brac, Easter
Hamper Raffle, etc.
If you would like to hear more about the child centred philosophy
of education or would just like a pleasant afternoon, please come
along to the Cork Steiner Kindergarten Easter Fair and Open Day
on the 7th April from 1-4 PM at Quaker House, Summerhill South.
PH. 4310581 after 1pm weekdays for enquiries.
TIDY TOWNS
The weekly cleanup will resume on Saturday next between 10.30 and
12.30. Meeting as usual at the Community Hall at 10.30. All are
welcome, bring a friend!
Public Meeting
The Tidy Towns monthly public meeting takes place on tonight
Thursday 22nd March
ST. PATRICK'S CHRUCH RESTORATION FUND
The EAST CORK CHORAL SOCIETY will perform ST JOHN PASSION by J.S.
BACH, in St. Patrick's Church, Lower Glanmire Road, Cork, on
Saturday, April 7th, at 8 p.m. Tickets cost £8 (£5 Concessions)
available from Pro Musica, Oliver Plunkett Street and Society
Members.
DOUGLAS LIBRARY
Ciorcal Cómhrá in Douglas Library
The next meeting will be held on
Friday March 23rd at 11.00 am. Beidh
caint is cómhrá agus cupán tae againn.
Bígí ann.
DOUGLAS CEILI
Douglas branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Eireann are holding a céilí
in the Douglas G.A.A. hall on Friday 30th March. The Tadhg
Kearney Céilí Band will play music for Céili, Old Time and Set
Dances. Dancing is from 9-12, admission id £4.00. The branch of
Comhaltas in Douglas have an attendance of over 100 at the weekly
traditional Irish Music classes which are held in Gael Scoil An
Athar Tadhg O'Murchú.
ANTQUES FAIR
March 25th, traditionally is Mothers Day but this year it also
has the added attraction of hosting Carrigaline's 3rd visit by
Premier Antiques Fairs. This time the event which will take place
on Sun 25th March and will include dealers from far and wide.
Included in the items for sale will be a very fine Besiick
Porcelain Model of the racehorse Arkle, 18inches high and will be
for sale at around £400.
Some very fine Meissien Porcelain, Irish Silver from the 18th
& 19th century, collectibles, coins, jewellery, glass,
clocks, prints and some of the finest furniture seen at an
Antique fair for some time.
Mr. Ted Hegarty of Premier Antiques expects up to 20 different
dealers to exhibit their specialist wares and as this has become
a very popular event it is recommended to come early.
As Antiques have proven such a strong investment over the years
the people of Carrigaline might consider a present for Mum, which
would combine beauty and value.
Mr. Hrgarty also advises us that he will conduct a free valuation
of items, which will take place between 3-4pm and any items to
large to bring along, a photograph will suffice.
So don't miss this enjoyable day out at Carrigaline Court Hotel
where a warm welcome will be extended to Antique lovers and
incidentally where accompanied children are admitted free of
charge.
