Exhibit in Doorway Gallery

Barbara speaks to artist CHRISTY KEENEY who is having an exhibit in the Doorway Gallery, Frederick Street South, Dublin 2. He talks about the details of the exhibit, his origins with painting, his interest in ceramics and how he applies his work on ceramics through the influence of a college art teacher. He also talks about…

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Car Thieves Target Techno Gadgets

Sergeant ALAN ROUGHNEEN of An Garda Siochana Crime Prevention Unit joins Noel McGuinness to discuss crime prevention for vehicles. They begin by discussing a forthcoming Crimeline programme on RTE in which Alan speaks of the low occurrence of “carjacking” in Ireland but gives advice to people on how to prevent break-ins. His tips include not…

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“Under My Bed” Show in Aid of Barnardos

AMY DAWSON speaks to John Healy about the “Under my bed” project. Over the past year they asked well known celebrities to write short stories set in their childhood bedrooms. Using this material they created a series of short plays, songs and stories for the stage. All funds raised go to Barnardos. Amongst the contributors…

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New Communities Partnership about Migrant Rights to vote

RARES-MIHAI NICULA New Communities Partnership with Noel McGuinness talking about migrant rights, election 2016 and appealing to migrants to use their voting rights. NCP first came together 13 years ago as a coalition of several migrant background groups to help up migrants with their needs. NCP helps migrants in Dublin and nationwide to deal with…

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Make a move Hip Hop festival 2012, Limerick

Paula Wiseman speaks to CATHERINE O’HALLORAN about the creation of the hip hop festival, and how it grew in a short time from the original idea. Catherine spoke of how she  hopes that it will help some of the participants to redefine what Art means to them…

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Currach racing in East Wall

DAVE KELLY speaks to Noel McGuinness about the upcoming Currach Races at East Wall, Dublin. Dave explains his devotion to Currach racing both on the Liffey and further afield. Dave shares details of how to get involved with the sport, at the Tolka estuary to sample life in the Currach. They share details of Currach racing…

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Live from the Adult Education Fair in Northside Civic Centre

Noel McGuinness on Reporter Phone talking to HEIDE BEDEL, CHRISTINA SANTA-MARIE, JOAN DONNELLAN, DAVID O’CALLAN, DEPUTY AODHAN O’RIORDAIN TD, KATARYZYNA SUDAK, MICHELLE MORRISEY, COLM SILLGANIN, PAUL HAYZE. This was a great and informative day out for anyone interested in issues ranging from doing volunteer work, adult literacy, learning how to use computers for fun and business, entering…

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National Museum Inspires Young Scientists

The National Museum of Ireland is taking a stall at the Young Scientist of the year Exhibition in Dublin. SIOBHAN PIERCE from the Museum tells Noel McGuinness why this is a good idea. Science, she says, plays a huge part in all our lives. This is as – if not more – true in the…

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Make Your Nominations for National Volunteer Awards 2013

PHIL BOUGHTON of Volunteer Ireland speaks to Pat Meehan about the search for Volunteer of the Year for 2013. Phil urges listeners to nominate their own local heroes. The awards, now in their sixth year, are designed to highlight the great work done by good people all over Ireland. Each person nominated receives a personalised…

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