Congratulations to the gardening crew at the Community Centre and also to Ringsend Residents Association on getting through to the Streets and Gardens Competition finals run by Dublin City Council.

May Kane accepted a plaque and glass sculpture by well-known artist Michael Ray. The residents were up against tough competition in the urban village category. There is always hope for next year if everyone pulls together and helps to keep the village tidy.

Senior Gardener Mr J O’Brien accepted on behalf of the Community Centre. The Community Centre came joint second in their category and received a cheque for €300. The money will go on seeds and plants for next year. The garden crew, P. Madill, J. O’Brien and P. McDonagh, would like to see more involvement from children in the area to show them how to sow their own flowers and vegetables from seed. There are plots set aside for anyone who is interested with the backing of Lorraine Barry, the Manager, and the Board.

The lads are trying to set up a practice bowls lawn and an area for French boules. There will be picnic and a seating area so next year with a bit of good wether you could be spending a few hours with friends playing bowls and having a picnic.

From left: Paul Madill; Lorraine Barry, Manager Ringsend and District Community Centre and Senior Gardener J O’Brien.