Friday, October 21

Arena Health and Fitness Club - White Flag

Congratulations to our Arena Health and Fitness Club on receiving the White Flag at the I.L.A.M. National Conference held in the 4* Mount Wolseley Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort, Co. Carlow on Thursday, 13th October 2011.

Pictured above are Suzanne Byrne (Arena Health and Fitness Club Manager) and Philip Byrne (Assistant Arena Health and Fitness Club Manager).

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Green Village Malahide - Mini Expo

The first Green Village Malahide Expo shall take place on Saturday, 12th November 2011 from 10am until 4pm in Malahide Library.

- Would you love your home to stay warmer for longer?
- Are you worried about rising energy prices?
- Are you frustrated with high gas and electricity bills?
- Would you like to know more about how to make your home warmer and save yourself money?

The Green Village Malahide are organising a FREE Mini Expo for Malahide residents to learn more about how to make their homes warmer, more energy efficient and cheaper to run.

They have invited some local suppliers to explain their solutions and will have a series of information sessions throughout the day, including a case study from one Malahide resident who heats his home and hot water for €450 per year.

We look forward to seeing you at the event!

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Green Village Malahide - Wednesday, 26th October 2011

The next Green Village Malahide event shall take place in Malahide Library on Wednesday, 26th October 2011 from 6:30pm until 7:30pm.

So what are the key factors for an energy efficient home (that’s ‘warm and cosy’ and ‘money saving’ to you and me)?

Malahide's local Building Energy Rating (B.E.R.) expert, Michael McCabe of Michael McCabe and Associates, has over 25 years experience in the design and construction industry and will share with us what are the key factors for a more energy efficient home.

Your house has an energy rating in the same way as your fridge, TV or washing machine, and the better the rating, the more money you save, in a nutshell.

ALSO, Green Village updates on:
 Malahide Allotments Project;
 Energy Efficiency Project;
 The Green Village Mini Expo on Saturday, 12th November 2011.

We look forward to seeing you at the event!

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Business and Services Network - St. Sylvester's G.A.A. Club


St. Sylvester's G.A.A. Club, Malahide have announced details of a new business and services networking initiative launching on Tuesday, 8th November 2011.

Guest speaker on the night shall be Bobby Kerr from Dragon's Den and Insomnia fame. Registration will open at 6:30pm in the St. Sylvester’s G.A.A. Clubhouse at 2 Church Road, Malahide. The event itself shall commence at 7pm.

The details are outlined below, with further information (including pre-registration) available at www.stsylvesters.ie or from Ernie Brenner contactable at ebrenner@thegrand.ie.

Everyone can benefit from this initiative e.g. if you don’t have a business or service to sell you may have children coming through at some stage who might benefit from a work or transition year placement, mentoring etc. or you might need someone to do something that may be sourced from amongst our members.

This event on Tuesday, 8th November 2011 is the first of a number of events which they are planning to host during the year 2012 and into the future. The format of the events will vary as the network itself evolves, and they believe that there are a number of benefits that will arise for you, your family or Company by attending these events and participating in this initiative.

As a club, St. Sylvester’s want to help create opportunities for their members so that they can be successful off the pitch and have choices in life and careers. This will help their club to be successful on the pitch too!

Please feel free to bring this to the attention of anyone else locally (members or non-members) whom you think might be interested in coming along.

B.S.N.S.S. is a new initiative being launched for members by a sub-committee under the direction of St. Sylvester’s Executive Committee. Members of this sub-committee include Ernie Brenner, John McCormack, Kevin Haverty, Alex Gibson and Diarmuid Scollard. Other club members have kindly volunteered to assist with management of the events. If you would like to be involved in helping with future events, please contact Ernie, John or Kevin.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Thursday, October 20

Staff Achiever of the Third Quarter 2011 - Grand Hotel


Congratulations to Ladislav Hacko (Commis Chef) who was awarded Staff Achiever of the Third Quarter 2011 in the Grand Hotel this afternoon.

Ladislav has been working in the Kitchen for just over 6 years and is a treasured member of our team.

Congratulations, Ladislav!

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Dublin City Marathon 2011

Dermot Redmond, one of our Duty Managers here in the 4* Grand Hotel, Malahide shall be running in the Dublin City Marathon on Monday, 31st October 2011.

With your help, he is hoping to raise money for two causes very close to his heart, namely the Down Syndrome Association of Ireland and Loyola House Wexford Bus Appeal.

Dermot comes from a large family of five brothers, the youngest of whom, Paul, has Down Syndrome.

Paul resides in Loyala House, Co. Wexford, a supported residential unit, who are at present in need of a mini-bus to take clients to and from daily activities. The lives of these clients would be greatly enhanced by such a service.

Any support however small would be greatly appreciated by Dermot and the causes he is hoping to support.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Friday, October 14

Girls Night Out - Grand Hotel

Tickets are selling out fast for the Girls Night Out with Giggles and Smiles taking place here in the 4* Grand Hotel, Malahide on Wednesday, 19th October 2011 from 8pm.

They are an amazing deal at only €5 which includes a glass of wine, fashion shows, style advice and mini treatments! A great night out whilst supporting Malahide schools.

Tickets are available to purchase from Malahide schools, Camille Boutique, Gentlemen of Distinction, Malahide Hair Studio, Sans Souci, Mischief, Eclipse Hair Salon, Bianco, Malahide Books & Gifts, Bliss, Allure Nails, LigherLife, Tree of Life Malahide Holistic Centre, Leaf & Bean, Tensberg Studio and, of course, Giggles and Smiles Photography.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Wednesday, October 12

Upcoming Senator David Norris Meeting - Time Change

Time Change: Please note that Senator David Norris shall now be in the Grand Hotel at 4pm tomorrow, Thursday, 13th October 2011.

We look forward to welcoming David and seeing you all then!

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Monday, October 10

The Presidential Election Comes to Town

This Thursday, 13th October 2011 at 3pm, one of our Presidential Election candidates, Senator David Norris, comes to town.

He will speak at a meeting here in the 4* Grand Hotel, Malahide.

Spaces are limited, so please contact Sheila today at 0861087483 or email her at sheilsbb1@hotmail.com to book a seat.

The other Presidential Election candidates are: Mary Davis, Sean Gallagher, Michael D. Higgins, Gay Mitchell, Martin McGuinness and Dana Rosemary Scallon.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager  

Thursday, October 6

Junior Chamber Fingal - Mindset and Motivation

Mindset and Motivation

Do you want to learn how to increase your motivation and use your brain more effectively? If so then come along to the JCI Fingal October event where John Byrne of Mindcoach will deliver an engaging presentation on Your Mindset and Motivation covering the following points:

• How we think determines all that we do and, all our results/outcomes in our life, plus what drives our thinking;

• What we can do to help us to use our brain more effectively, to be more motivated and successful at achieving our goals;

• What we actually do 'inside our heads' to create that feeling of motivation - there is a process that must be happening to create any feeling.

This event will also be an opportunity to hear more about great upcoming JCI community and business events happening in the Malahide area.

This event shall take place on Tuesday, 11th October 2011 at 8pm here in the 4* Grand Hotel, Malahide.

Why Attend:
Because you want to promote yourself/your business, learn, to network and be better. You want to be part of a Worldwide Federation of Young Leaders and Entrepreneurs. Because it’s FREE and it’s an opportunity not to be missed!!

Please click on the following link to book in advance: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?pli=1&formkey=dEhoR0wyZVg2cW0xc1ZXM1B1c0c1RGc6MQ#gid=0

What is JCI all about?
Junior Chamber International is a worldwide non-profit organisation which contributes to the advancement of the global community. JCI provides young people in their 20s and 30s the opportunity to develop the leadership skills, social responsibility, entrepreneurship and fellowship necessary to create positive change. More than 200,000 members globally gain personally and professionally through training and self development programmes. This can be achieved through leading teams, organising events, increasing skills and networking. JCI also provides opportunities to travel and meet fellow members from all parts of the globe. In 2011, members will attend events in Spain, France, and Belgium among others. All members are welcome to attend these conferences and training events. Bill Clinton, Kofi Anan, Al Gore and Bill Gates are all JCI Alumni. JCI Fingal have been active in north Dublin for the past 37 years. For more information, please visit www.jcifingal.com.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager