Rape crisis service opens in Tallaght

As reported in the Irish Times
A rise in the number of sexual assaults has led the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre (DRCC) to expand its counselling services to Tallaght.

The DRCC says the number of people accompanied by its volunteers to the Sexual Assault Treatment Unit at the Rotunda hospital doubled between 2001 and 2006.

"For a long time the DRCC has been aware that a service was needed to respond to the needs of west Dublin, Wicklow and parts of Kildare," the centre said.

The Tallaght service, which is support by Tallaght hospital, will be manned by two therapists, and appointments can be made through a 24-hour helpline on 1800 778888.

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Little Red Riding Hood & Sk8ter Jack at The Civic

Civic Theatre (Tallaght) presents

Little Red Riding Hood & Sk8ter Jack
Written and Directed by David Parnell
Music composed by Russell Smith
Set & Costume Design by Laura Howe
Lighting Design by Mark Galione

Starring: Aileen Mythen, Helen Norton, Ciaran O’Brien, David O’Meara & Russell Smith

A traditional fairytale, a nasty wolf, a wizard, a sk8ter boi and other exciting characters combined with a delightful musical score, laughter, mischief and lots of audience participation ensures that Little Red Riding Hood and Sk8ter Jack is a festive treat for the whole family.

Thurs 27th December 7pm

Fri 28th December 3pm & 7pm

Sat 29th December 3pm & 7pm

Sun 30th December 3pm & 7pm

Mon 31st December 3pm

Wed 2nd January 3pm & 7pm

Thurs 3rd January 3pm & 7pm

Fri 4th January 3pm & 7pm

Sat 5th January 3pm & 7pm

Sun 6th January 3pm

School Performances
Monday 14th – Friday 18th January @ 10am & 12.30pm
Booking: 01 4627477

Admission: €20 & €15 concession, €62 (family ticket)
http://www.civictheatre.ie

Special Needs Assistant Training Certificate (FETAC Level 5)

Old Bawn Community School, Tallaght, will be offering Special Needs Assistant Training Certificate (FETAC Level 5) classes in the Spring Term, from early February 2008.

This course is taught by personnel from the College of Progressive Education (http://www.progressivecollege.com/ ) and prepares participants for work in the area of Special Needs.

The fee for the course is €880.00 and places may be reserved now with a deposit of €200.00. Please ring 4526137 or email the Community School for more details.