Rush Community Council and Rush Parent and Toddler Group were delighted to jointly host an event celebrating International Women’s Day .The event, which was made possible through funding from Fingal County Council, saw women from around the community gather for a tea/ coffee morning followed by a Pilates session led by Louisa from the Pilates Lounge. The group were also treated to a display by Avon followed by a raffle for a wonderful Avon Hamper and some Irish Cream Liqueur Chocolates with all proceeds going to Women’s Aid. Rush Community Council Vice Chairperson Erin Cartlidge said of the event, “With all of us being so busy running around all the time, International. Women’s Day gives us all a real opportunity to take a bit of time out of our day to pause and reflect on all the wonderful achievements of all of the women in our community. We were especially delighted to be joined by some of our Polish friends and hear from them about the vibrant Polish community in Rush.” Rush Community Centre Manager Debbie Donnelly said, “It was a great event and we were delighted to be able to host it with Rush Parent and Toddler Group and it was great of Fingal County Council to provide the funding. We were also grateful to the TY students from St Joseph’s who came along to help out.”

Rush Senior Citizens, a long-standing pillar of the Rush community, faced challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, dedicated individuals refused to let it falter. A call for help resulted in a new committee, volunteers, and fresh ideas. While the name remained unchanged, the tagline Nifty Over Fifty was added, symbolizing the organisation’s energy, and celebrating the wisdom that comes with age. Weekly meetings at the community centre became a lively hub of activity, with planned outings and events. Despite the early stage of the year, several exciting excursions have already been organized, with more in the pipeline. These outings aim to create lasting memories, foster friendships, and allow members to explore their surroundings. Inside the community centre, a cozy corner transforms into a mini movie theatre on designated days. Members enjoy carefully selected films, sparking conversations and a shared sense of joy. Additionally, Rush Senior Citizens invite speakers to educate and inspire. Topics included Fire Safety, personal security from the Gardai, and guidance from Citizens Advice. Councillors and TDs deliver insights on local governance and community initiatives. The organization’s meetings go beyond informative sessions, providing a warm and welcoming space for members to gather for tea and sandwiches. Conversations flow effortlessly as attendees share stories, cherished memories, and support one another. The meetings often culminate in a lively game of bingo, fostering a sense of friendship, and belonging. Rush Senior Citizens strive to create a community where members can connect, grow, and thrive. For those interested in joining upcoming events or seeking further information, contact Rush Senior Citizens via phone or email or you can call 0892711406 or contact them on the email rushseniorcitizens@gmail.com. The team remain committed to welcoming anyone yearning for meaningful connections. As Rush Senior Citizens embraces the spirit of Nifty Over Fifty, the organization has set the stage for a new chapter filled with joy and endless possibilities. With the support of dedicated volunteers and community members, it continues to enhance the lives of older individuals, proving that age does not limit one’s potential for a vibrant and fulfilling life.

Daffodil Day on March 22nd saw the village of Rush turn yellow when Rush Daff Committee and volunteers took to the streets to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society. For over 36 years this community voluntary group has worked for a common cause, heightened in most cases by their own experiences of cancer with family or friends. We are conscious that it is the supporters and not the organisers who really deserve the praise, the people of Rush are generous beyond belief. Their amazing hard work and the generosity of the community over the years means that over ONE MILLION EURO has been raised by the group to date. Rush Daff Day group started in 1988 with members of Rush Badminton club who held a raffle raising a sum of £189. In 1990 the group took to the streets, selling silks, pins and merchandise and this tradition together with the annual coffee morning has continued to date. In 1998 the Paddy Cole Dance Night was started to raise funds, and this became a huge success and ran for six years. In 1999 the Golf Classic started, bringing in large sums of money for the cause. The annual Christmas Swim which is now in its 15th year and the Ladies Lunch which started in 2006 are two more fundraising events. Tickets for the ladies’ lunch are usually the most sought-after item during the months of April/May, this event is hugely popular and raises not only awareness but much needed funds for the Irish Cancer Society. The Garden of Hope in Rush Library, Michelle’s Fun Run as well as our Dash and Splash event are some of the other events run over the weekend. Local schools support the fundraising event and St Joseph’s Secondary school transition year students support us year on year. We hope that this will encourage the younger members of our community to continue the fight against cancer and join the Daff Day Committee. We will continue to fundraise, and our moto is ‘we won’t give up til cancer does.’

Classic Rock, giant rabbits, pirates, mobile GAA pitches, glamourous make-overs and of course, Big Bird doing wheelies on the main street, this year’s Rush St. Patrick’s Day Parade had it all. Rush Community Council and community groups from across the town worked together to put on a packed weekend of events for all. Kicking off with the Music Jamboree at St Catherine’s School on the Friday afternoon, Saturday then saw a community clean up led by Rush Tidy Towns, followed by free self-defence lessons for courtesy of Rush Boxing Club and then Rush Community First Responders held a demonstration and information centre on CPR and life saving techniques at the Community Centre. Saturday was topped off with a Let’s Play Rush pop up event where kids and adults could engage in some free play, battle with giant Jenga’s or try their luck at the card table. St. Patrick’s Day started early with the Leprechaun Park Run event with congratulations to Bobby Sheridan who came in first. Then leaning into this year’s theme of Let’s Hear it for Rush local band The Upstrokes played some rock hits to entertain the crowds gathering for the parade. They were followed by the truly excellent Home Harmonies group from Rush Musical Society who played some choice tunes from their extensive repertoire. In a special treat, the two groups then came together to really blow people away, finishing their set with a fist pumping rendition of Rainbow’s ‘Since You’ve Been Gone’. As the parade participants were readying their drums, whistles and flags Rush Senior Citizens Group were hosting tea and sandwiches at the centre for all local seniors. The parade itself was a riot of colour and a symphony of raucous noise and fun. Top prizes in the annual parade competition went to St. Maur’s GAA who literally brought their best game with them … on the back of a flatbed truck. Following the parade I12 Nails treated all to a free St. Patrick’s Manicure and then the Rush Sensational Swimmers hosted a swim at the North Beach.

Dear Members, - I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to ask for your help. The club has brilliantly expanded the number of kids and teenagers playing rugby in our community. We want to do even better and add ladies’ and girl’s teams to the ranks playing in the club colours. We need your assistance to make that happen. Increased numbers and more severe winter storms have seen the club cancel Sunday Rugby and matches on too many occasions, and this all comes back to our lack of space. We want to overcome some of these issues and ensure we do not again have to send messages that our pitches are closed. This loses the club 1000s of individual hours of rugby development per year and restricts our ability to grow. With that in mind our excellent pitch development committee has come up with a plan to develop an all-weather area on the top pitch, so rain or shine, we’ll be out there! We need your contributions to make it happen. The Minis and Youths have led the way, and we are now asking all members to go to our GoFundMe appeal and contribute the suggested €30 donation or as much more or less as you can manage. Every penny of this fund and previous dinners, quizzes, etc, has been ringfenced and will be spent solely on the all-weather pitch. Senior Sides will be using this area very rarely. It is an investment for the young people of the club and community. Please donate at ..gofundme.com/f/malahide-rfc-pitch-development… or If indeed your company is in a position to make a more substantial contribution to this project then please do get in touch with me directly anytime at chairman@malahiderfc.ie, and we can outline sponsorship and corporate packages available. Thank you. Yours Sincerely,
Aidan Brophy Malahide RFC Chairperson

The Syls 2014 boys are back at it after a short break due to the weather. There were some very strong performances recently. Thanks to Naomh Olaf GAA Club and Thomas Davis GAA Club for travelling across to us for recent matches , it is greatly appreciated. Turning to the girls Minor Div1 team and congratulations to them on a great win for Minor Div 1 girls in local derby v Fingallians recently! Syls ran out 2.12 to 0.11 winners. Well done ladies!

Oh and continuing our #WomenInSportIRE #IWD2024 celebrations, come and try Gaelic 4 Mothers and Others - Wednesday nights in Broomfield at 8:30!

Another Irish Heart Foundation ‘Hands for Life’ session carried out on a Monday evening recently by Declan. This time it was in Corduff National School in Lusk, where there is an AED on site that is also available out of hours. 17 attended - parents of children in the school as well as neighbours who have access to the AED. What a fabulous and lifesaving amenity to have for the community. Many thanks all who attended, and especially to Principal Anna McKeown for hosting and taking part also.

And that’s it we are all finished for another year’s Master Mariner competition, supported by the Mariners. The Captain Desmond Fortune “Founders Award” for the highest placing Venture Scout was won by Conor Brosnan from 7th Port (Howth) Sea Scouts. The Captain Cian Timmons memorial trophy for the highest placing Rover Scout was won by Cormac Eason from 9th Port (Malahide) Sea Scouts. The event included a practical boat handling exercise in Malahide Marina, with Dan Clohessy from 9th Port (Malahide) achieving the highest marks in this section, receiving the Eoghan Lavelle Coxn prize.
Thanks to Éanna Gallagher, himself a former Sea Scout, from Local Authority Waters Programme who conducted a workshop on clean water issues and on how Scouting can contribute to community water initiatives. Thanks to all the examiners who gave up their time to make the event happen! See you next year for the 30th anniversary! Let’s make sure every Sea Scout Group gets at least one representative to the event. Let us know how we can support your group to make this happen. Please note for your attention: We have been fortunate enough to get some new canoes and so we are looking for a home for 5 of our older canoes. All are in good order to take on the water now. (See picture) Please get in touch if your Scout troop would like them.

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the many ParkRun Ireland locations in Fingal County Council! Lace up your running shoes or take a leisurely stroll with our amazing Walk at Parkrun participants. No matter your pace, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Register now at //parkrun.ie and be part of the action-packed fitness event supported by Sport Ireland. Join our vibrant community and connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for an active lifestyle. Get inspired, make new friends, and conquer personal milestones together. Don’t miss out on the excitement!

Welcome to an exciting event where you can learn life-saving skills.
Join us for a hands-on day of CPR and AED training, designed for adults in the community. Our knowledgeable instructors will guide you through the essential steps to respond confidently in an emergency. Get ready to make a difference and be prepared to act when it matters most. Don’t miss this opportunity to empower yourself and contribute to a safer community.

Date & Time: Sat, 13th Apr 2024 10:00 - 16:30
Location: The Grand Hotel Grove Road K36 XT65

Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. Book here at Eventbrite:
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