Embers
Reception…….042 97 53400
Manager……..042 97 53407
Box Office……042 97 53401
Restaurant…..042 97 53425
Crèche………..042 97 53420
Library……….042 97 40218
Muckno Donaghmoyne
Community
Services 042 97 53413
Gallery Café is open to the public week-days 8.30- 4.30pm, serving hot lunch 12.30-2pm. Rooms available for conference and training. Íontas Theatre seats 308 people . Art Gallery. Bar facilities are available, ample parking on your doorstep. Private function room available on request for birthdays, anniversaries, retirements, wedding and
Íontas Arts & Community Resource Centre is a one stop shop, centre of excellence - accessible to all.
Conabury, Castleblayney, Co Monaghan
iontascastleblayney.ie [email protected]
Your ideal venue in
Castleblayney for
conferences, training,
meetings, and special
events.
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
SEPTEMBER 12th at 7pm
INTERCULTURAL NIGHT booking on line
19th SEPTEMBER 7.30pm
Film Workshop “WELCOME PEACE TO MY
WORLD” end of “Women Journeying towards
Reconciliation”
24th OCTOBER 7.30pm
Information night “STARTING A BUSINESS
IN IRELAND”
14th NOVEMBER 7.30 pm Information Night:
”BECOMING AN IRISH CITIZEN
THROUGH NATURALISATION”
COUNSELLORS Margaret McQuaid 086 3642 183 Sally Hughes 086 2507 173 Debbie Flanagan 086 8431 605/ 042 9746792 Aíne McDonald 086 310 1000
Financial Assistance & Support Provided Blayney Blades 042 9753410/411/412
1st THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH
Canon Morris Memorial Trust
COFFEE MORNING Scout Hall, 10.30a.m.
Please support this worthy cause
WOMEN JOURNEYING TOWARDS
RECONCILIATION EVENTS
PLEASE BE ADVISED
The Brochure is subject to change. Course and Event
dates and times are accurate at time of printing but may be
subject to change. See www.blayneyblades.com for all
up to date information. PLEASE ALSO NOTE A TXT
Message received from Blayney Blades 0860361101 Can
not be Replied to as it is a WEB TXT
Citizen Information 076 1076 230 MABS 076 1072 690 Tearmann Domestic Violence Service 047 72311 Doctor on Call 1850 777 911 Garda Station 042 97 47900 Youth Information Centre 042 97 51979
Every Tuesday at 9.30am 5.30pm and 7.30p.m.
Call Gretchen on 086 4667146
Every Tuesday
Ongoing 7.30 - 9.30p.m.
GROW Contact Rosanna 086 0547 472
POSITIVE MENTAL HEALTH WEEK
5th - 12th OCTOBER 2014
Please check Local Press for details of
events in your local area
SPECIAL POINTS
OF INTEREST
MONDAY NIGHT TALKS— Starting 8th Septem-ber 8p.m. with Helen Sherry “Homeopathy”
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YOGA Restarting Wedneday
17th September at
10.30am ————————-
PILATES Night Session, Restarting
Thursday 18th September
7.30pm ——————————
PILATES Morning Session
Starting Friday
19th September at 11am —————————
HEALTH & WELLBE-
ING Restarting Thurs. 18th
Sept. 2pm —————————
INSIDE THIS ISSUE Page No.
MONDAY NIGHT
TOPICS 2 & 3
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COURSES & TRAINING
Creativity Workshop 4
Enneagram 4
Life & Wellbeing,
Health, Fitness
& Fun 4, 5
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PERSONAL
DEVELOPMENT
Reflecting on the
Seasons in your life 6
Integrated Energy
Therapy 7
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BLADES MOVING
ON 6
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ONE DAY & ONGOING
EVENTS 6, 7
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BLADES
INTERNATIONAL 8
INFORMATION 8
BLAYNEY BLADES, AUTUMN 2014 PROGRAMME OF EVENTS
VISION That women and their families have access to all the personal, social and educational helps they require in their quest for a fuller and involved life.
MISSION Blayney Blades is a Women’s Group committed to promoting the Holistic Development of women and their families so that they may develop their own potential and play an active role in their communities.
Blayney Blades Ltd.
Íontas, Conabury, Castleblayney
Co. Monaghan
Tel.: 0035342 (0) 42 97 53 410 / 411/ 412
Email: - [email protected]
www.blayneyblades.com
www.iontascastleblayney.ie
We are a member of the National Collective of Community based Women’s Networks.
These networks support local women’s groups who carry out community development and provide and
support community education programmes for women.
Embers MONDAY NIGHT TALKS: REG. 7.45pm TALKS 8p.m. SHARP
8th HOMEOPATHY by Helen Sherry Homeopathy is a safe and gentle system of natural & holistic medicine. Homeopathic remedies trigger the
bodies own ability to heal itself based on the Law of Similars.
Individuals treated with homeopathy have been shown to experience an increased sense
of well-being, physical energy and an improvement in conditions including colds, flu,
digestive disorders, anxiety and panic attacks, headaches, sinusitis, eczema and asthma amongst many
other ailments.
This evening intends to be an informative, interactive & enjoyable talk about Homeopathy & it's potential
to help, heal & support you. Each participant will receive a Homeopathic Colour Remedy Kit to take
home & sample.
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER 6th 20th
POSITIVE MENTAL
HEALTH—
RESILIENCE
by Michael Mc Ginn
Do you suffer from anxiety? are you prone to de-
pression? Does life sometimes get you down? If so
this Talk is for you….
Michael Mc Ginn will speak on Resilience - the abil-
ity to bounce back when things don’t go as planned,
to recover and return to good health.
In this talk we will explore our own personal resili-
ence both internally and externally. By doing so this
will keep us in touch with our own personal and com-
munity resources. The good news is that even if
you’re not a naturally resilient person you can learn
to develop a resilient mindset, attitude and how to
incorporate this into your daily life.
CO-COUNSELLING
by Margaret Mc Quaid
As you sit with a friend or neighbour who want-
ed to talk about a worry or concern have you ever
thought, “I wish I knew what to say”, or when
stressed yourself have you thought “I wish some-
one would listen to me for a change”?
If so you may find answers in this talk. You will
be introduced to basic counselling skills and the
world of co-counselling.
Co-counselling is the practice of being client and
counsellor in turn with another person after they
have had a short training.
CREATIVITY by Carmel Loye
“A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity”
Have you ever longed to be able to draw or paint, write or compose
music?
The “Artists Way” helps demystify the creative process by
making it part of your daily life. It tackles your self doubts, self criticism
and worries. This talk will focus on how to unlock your creative talents and use these to
enhance your everyday life.
22nd
Thursday 11th December 1.30pm
CHRISTMAS LUNCH plus
HEALTH &
WELLBEING
Fee: €15
Booking Essential
KNITTING & CROCHET CLUB Wednesday 3rd September & every Wednesday morning
10.30am to 12.30pm
New Members Always Welcome
Saturday 8th November 10am—4pm
FEELINGS & EMOTIONS ASSOCIATED WITH
ADDICTION by Aine Wilson, Counsellor Acc. M.A.C.I. Aine presents her new follow on Programme from last year’s
Education/ Family Programme, tackling the emotions and feelings often associated with
Addiction These will include feelings of :
When we understand what we are feeling and why, we are more likely to take control over
them and disregard what we don’t need and utilise what works to enhance our peace of
mind. This day is suitable for all who have an interest in the above or have been affected
by someone else’s addiction or maybe in recovery themselves. The Programme has been
accredited by the A.C.I. and a Certificate of attendance is available on request.
Fee: €25 (includes Lunch) BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL 042-9753410/411/412 Supported by Monaghan County Council
Wednesday 3rd December Registration at 10.30am
ADVENT REFLECTION by Lily Sexton Fee: €5
BOOKING ESSENTIAL 042 9753410/411/412
(Lunch is an optional extra and may be booked on the day)
Fear
Resentment
Denial
Anger
Blame
Shame & Guilt
Saturday 15th November 10am—6pm Registration 9.30am
INTEGRATED ENERGY THERAPY BASIC COURSE by Helen Sherry Integrated Energy Therapy is known as “Healing with the Energy of Angels”. You will learn to access
the energy of angels through a simple yet powerful process that we call a Heartlink. You will learn
about the nine cellular memory areas where we can unconsciously store “issues in our tissues” that can
negatively affect our life. In Integrated Energy Therapy clearing harmful energy blocks is only half
the task. You will also learn to clear the energy of guilt and imprint the energy of innocence.
Participants will receive a fully illustrated 26 page Integrated Energy Therapy Basic Level
Guide and an official Integrated Energy Therapy Basic Level Certificate.
Course Investment: €140
Places are limited BOOKING ESSENTIAL 042 9753410/411/412
COURSES and TRAINING, ONE DAY and ONGOING EVENTS
Self-esteem
Self-love
Self-honesty
Embers COURSES and TRAINING, ONE DAY and ONGOING EVENTS
REFLECTING ON THE SEASONS AND THE SEASONS IN YOUR LIFE
Wednesday 15th October & Wednesday 5th November 10am—1pm
by Rita Mc Crystal FEE : €15.00
This two-day Programme is a gentle exploration of the gifts and challenges of
the seasons of Autumn and Winter and how they are reflected in
our own lives.
Booking is essential 042 9753410/411/412
(Lunch is an optional extra and may be booked on the day)
Friday 10th October 10am—4pm SEMINAR ON MENTAL HEALTH
INTRODUCTION TO MENTAL HEALTH ILLNESSES by Derek Pepper
TAI CHI, MEDITATION & REFLECTION by Anna Haughian Frances Connolly &
Lily Sexton
The morning part of the Seminar will focus on Mental Health Illness and its associated
conditions i.e. Depression, Bi-Polar Disorder and Schizophrenia, how they occur, the
symptoms, what to watch out for and treatment.
The afternoon will take on a gentle, reflective theme, and will include some light exercise,
meditation and reflection time.
Fee €25 (including lunch)
Booking is essential 042-9753410/411/412
“Moving On” Sport and Recreation Programme
This is your chance to start an Exciting Career in the Sport/Leisure Industry Monaghan’s first Full time QQI Level 4 Course
Course Content includes:
Also Free childcare & retain your social welfare payments while studying in your local area.
For more information on our outstanding course please contact our team on 042-9753404 or find us on facebook
search: Movingon.blayneyblades
Health Related Fitness GAA Coaching IT Skills
Food and Nutrition Basketball Coaching Personal Effectiveness
Human Biology Soccer Coaching Communications
Soccer Sports Refereeing courses Word Processing
Work Experience Study Skills Computer Application
MONDAY NIGHT TALKS: REG. 7.45pm TALKS 8pm SHARP
3rd HEARTSTART INITIATIVE by Rosemary Donnelly
The Heartstart initiative teaches people simple Emergency Life Support
skills to help them know what to do in a life-threatening emergency.
It includes recovery position, bleeding, choking, suspected heart attack
and CPR.
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
Yearly Membership Only €10.
DISCOUNT for all Monday Night Talks Members €3; Non
Members €5. Join Us Now!!! CALL
042 97 53410/411/412
1st
CHRISTMAS
DECORATIONS
DEMONSTRATION by Martina Quinn
Come along and enjoy an evening of
fun and enjoyment.
In this talk Martina will demonstrate
how to make your very own Christmas decorations.
Using materials from your garden along with budget Christ-
mas decorations you will be shown how to create magical
decorations for your home this Festive Season.
WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE ? by Jim Power, Personal Development Coach and Motivational Speaker
“Sometimes we become what we think about most of the time” For a lot of people low self confidence and self esteem are very real blocks to making
progress in their lives. Self confidence is essentially an attitude which allows us to have a positive and
realistic perception of ourselves and our abilities.
In this talk Jim will speak about :
The Power of the mind, being open to every opportunity and how to focus on success;
How to enhance self confidence and self esteem;
Setting goals and following through on these goals with a realistic plan of action.
WHERE FOCUS GOES—ENERGY FLOWS. We have just ONE LIFE, LIVE IT!
17th
Embers
LIFE & WELLBEING, HEALTH, FITNESS & FUN
COURSES and TRAINING—BOOKING ESSENTIAL
Thursday 18th September
2p.m - 4.00p.m. and every Thursday.
HEALTH, WELLBEING &
TAI CHI. €5 Pay as You Go.
With Anna and Frances
Advice and exercise to help you
stay fit and healthy. Tai Chi - gen-
tle low impact exercises to help
calm your mind and increase
your energy. Plus Light Refreshments
Wednesday 17th September—
Wednesday 5th November
10.30a.m. - 12.00 noon
YOGA with Therese Donaghy
FEE: €20 for 8 Weeks
Promotes: - Health and Well-Being
through exercise. Learn simple se-
quences that will restore your body
to health happiness and vitality.
BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL 042 9753410/411/412
Supported by Monaghan Sports Partnership
Thursday 25th September—Thursday 30th October 8pm—10pm
ENNEAGRAM by Carmel Loye FEE €50
As a system of personality typing the Enneagram helps
us to understand ourselves and our motivations. As children we
learned to use coping skills/behaviours that helped us survive child-
hood. As adults, we still use some of these behaviours, especially
during times of stress. By working with the Enneagram we develop a
deeper understanding of others and ourselves. Come along and learn
more about your gifted self.
Booking essential 042 9753410/411/412
Wednesday 24th September—10th December 8pm—10pm
CREATIVITY WORKSHOP by Carmel Loye FEE €70 Make your dreams a reality
Is there something you would love to do in life but you keep telling your-
self “I could never do that”? If so then this Workshop is for you.
This Workshop is based on the book “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron,
an ordinary American woman who overcame her own personal struggles in
life and became a writer who went on and helped others to achieve their
own dreams and become whatever their passion was drawing them towards.
In this 12-week Programme you will be shown how to unlock your hidden
creative talents, how to incorporate these talents into your everyday life, thus enhancing
your quality of life and your relationships with others and the world around you. Booking essential 042 9753410/411/412
MORE!! COURSES and TRAINING...
Friday 19th September 10.30 -
11.30a.m. and every Friday.
PILATES. €7 Pay as You Go.
Bernadine Walsh.
Helps to strengthen and tone deep
abdominal muscles, pelvic floor
and lower back muscles.
Helps improve posture
and flexibility,
focuses on making the
muscles of the body long-
er and leaner, suitable for
all ages and fitness levels.
Thurs. 18th September 7.30 - 8.30p.m.
and every Thursday.
PILATES. €7 Pay as You Go.
Jeanette Keenan. Helps to
strengthen and tone deep
abdominal muscles, pelvic floor and
lower back muscles. Helps improve
posture and flexibility,
focuses on making the
muscles of the body
longer and leaner, suitable
for all ages and fitness
levels.
MIDAS TRAINING & BUSINESS SUPPORT
INCREASE YOUR EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
Full time & part time JEB/EDI Diploma, Train the Trainer Fetac Level 6,
Microsoft Office Specialist Programme and Computer Training Beginner
to Advanced
An INFORMATION DAY on the above Courses will take place in the Iontas
Centre on Tuesday 30th September from 10am—12.30pm—All Welcome YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR GRANT AID
For further information go to www.midasgroup.ie or contact Mari at Midas
Training 046 9249618 or Blayney Blades at 042 9754610/411/412
Courses will commence in October if sufficient numbers are interested in attending
Tuesday 7th October
2pm—3.30pm
CROCHET Anne Cunningham
Fee €25 for 6 classes or €5 per
week
You will learn the basics of Crochet; how
to hold the hook and yarn; how to
do chain stitch; how to do double
and treble stitches. By the end of
the class you should be well on
your way to starting your first
granny square.
Thursday 25th September
8pm—10pm (6 weeks)
BALLROOM and
SOCIAL DANCE
CLASSES. €6 Pay As You Go with
Charlie and Marion Mulligan. Places
are limited so Booking is essential Learn: - Ballroom; Waltz;
Quick Step; Fox Trot; Old
Time Waltz; Jive; Slosh.
Light Refreshments Served
Supported by “Go For Life”