#Christmas

by Betty Brunkard on Dec 9th, 2013 - 4070 Views

Christmas, more than any other festival, has more worldwide customs and traditions. Red Christmas Candles Long ago in Ireland, each household had a long, red Christmas candle burning in the window. This was to light the way for Mary and Joseph, on their journey to Bethlehem. Before the advent of supermarkets,... 

by Damien Hughes on Dec 7th, 2013 - 9345 Views

Myself and Alan Finn took a trip down to the Liberty Market on Meath Street to see what kind of fare one of our local markets has on offer for local shoppers this Christmas. We were met by the general manager, Michael FitzGerald, and a pretty packed market! We were there from about 11am for an hour... 

by Damien Hughes on Dec 7th, 2013 - 2665 Views

We are in the process of going through the old articles from the old Fountain News digital newsletter, and the plan is to add every single one of them to the Newswire on this site. We are about a third of the way through that, and in the process, revisiting some interesting local articles. One of the... 

by Fountain Resource Group on Dec 5th, 2013 - 2363 Views

Some of the young people who are members of our Fountain Youth Project/Junior Youth Project, on Basin Street in Dublin 8, have created some very special decorative baubles to add to their Christmas Tree. The ‘Tree of Remembrance’ will be lit up on December the 16th in honour of the late... 

by FRG.ie Admin on Dec 1st, 2013 - 30811 Views

Loads of fab yuletide events on over December – Christmas story-telling, visiting Santa, making hand made Christmas gifts and artwork, carol singing, festivals, markets, fairs, pantos, puppet shows, movies, music. So there is plenty to keep your munchkins amused over the school holidays. Enjoy! UPDATED:... 

by Fountain Resource Group on Nov 19th, 2013 - 4153 Views

This year’s FRG Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held in memory of the late Marion Mulligan RIP, and Becky Mullins RIP. The event takes place as usual at our Basin Street home of the Wee Tots Creche, Junior Youth Service and Fountain Youth Project, on Monday 16th of December. We have decided... 

by Damien Hughes on Nov 18th, 2013 - 3210 Views

The Dublin City Council (DCC) invites you to the switching on of the Christmas lights at Cornmarket, on Wednesday the 4th of December 2013 @ 6pm. Councillor Rebecca Moynihan (Labour, South West Inner City) will have the honour of turning the lights on, on behalf of the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Oisin Quinn.... 

by Betty Brunkard on Oct 23rd, 2013 - 3045 Views

Christmas Cake recipe – Our guide to making homemade Christmas cake! INGREDIENTS Rum 10 oz. Sultanas 6 oz Raisins 3 oz. Currants 3 oz. Cherries 3 oz. Mixed Peel 2 teaspoons of grated Lemon Rind 7 oz. Self- Raising Flour 2 teaspoons of Mixed Spice 2 oz. Ground Almonds 6 oz. Soft Brown Sugar 6 oz.... 

by Betty Brunkard on Oct 23rd, 2013 - 1950 Views

Homemade Almond Paste – image credit: Michael F. Weinberg/Flickr Almond paste recipe – Our guide to making homemade almond paste for the perfect Christmas cake! INGREDIENTS 1 lb Ground Almonds 8 oz. Icing Sugar 8 oz. Caster Sugar 2 Eggs ½ teaspoon Almond Essence 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice. METHOD Mix... 

by Damien Hughes on Sep 17th, 2013 - 2130 Views

We are now offering sponsored editorials to local Dublin businesses, who would like to reach a local Dublin 8 audience. The articles can include text, images and pricelists for your products or services, plus links to your company website and your social networking pages (Facebook, Twitter, etc). And... 

by Alan Finn on Dec 21st, 2011 - 1764 Views

Last Christmas (and no I’m not about to break into song) was magical. A lot of people complained about the absolute freezing temperatures but there was fun to be had if you looked for it. I did, along with my friend Jacky, despite the snow, slush, ice and freezing weather we still went out. Firstly,... 

by Alan Finn on Dec 21st, 2011 - 4720 Views

What was the best ever Christmas you have had? I mean your best either for Christmas gifts, memories with friends and family or even a good after work party. What was your best ever? Mine was when I was about 10 or 11, I and my brother got up Christmas morning to find both of us got cycles. Now believe... 

by Fountain Resource Group on Dec 21st, 2011 - 1743 Views

At this time with all the economic problems going on in the state, people unemployed and with large cutbacks coming across the welfare provisions, it can be hard to feel festive. However, through being with our families and communities we can overcome these problems we face and look forward to spending... 

by Alan Finn on Dec 24th, 2010 - 1878 Views

December is a very expensive time of year. You need cash and plenty of it to dress your kids, get them gifts, the Christmas shopping, its just money, money and more money. If you have the time this Christmas Eve and you live beside the city or have access to a car or the Luas take a walk around Grafton... 

by FRG.ie Admin on Dec 24th, 2010 - 8078 Views

This week I bring you the 12 Saves of Christmas- where to get the cheapest games, toys, electronics, books, Ipods- as well as other tricks and tips for saving money this Christmas. It’s all about getting the most for the money you have… 1. Get a Pre-Paid Credit Card • Avoid the €30 stamp duty... 

by Fountain Resource Group on Dec 24th, 2010 - 1815 Views

This year the little amigos and amigas of Wee Tots Crèche got an early Christmas, as Santa dropped in to say hello and deliver a gift or two. With snow hailing down outside and the reindeer safely secured on the roof our very own Father Christmas came into distribute toys and will among the kids. Some... 

by Fountain Resource Group on Dec 24th, 2010 - 1659 Views

On our second issue we would like to wish you all a Happy Christmas. It has been an interesting year for the Fountain Resource Group, full of ups and downs. We have seen familiar faces sadly move on to new projects and we have welcomed new faces into the fold. We do hope that this Christmas is a special... 

by Alan Finn on Dec 24th, 2010 - 2217 Views

On Thursday 16th of December on O’Connell Street in Dublin at 2.40pm, the Anna Livea made a return visit to her old home and bathing spot. Onlooker’s and members of the media stared on in disbelief as she sat proudly on the back of an open flat truck strapped in and every bit as brazen as she had... 

by Fountain Resource Group on Dec 24th, 2010 - 1442 Views

On behalf of the Fountain Resource Group Ltd, I wish all our readers, contributors and supporters a Happy and Holy Christmas and a Prosperous New Year. Nollag Shona 7 Ath Bliain Faoi Mhaise Duit Tom Brunkard Co – Ordinator  Read More »