Sandford Parish NS reopened to receive children on 1 September. As everyone knows, this didn’t just happen. Staff came in and assisted in the reconfiguring of classrooms as appropriate. I think if we never see a meter stick again we won’t mind. All staff are happy to be back and…
The 33rd Dublin Sandford Scout Group has not yet reconvened due to Covid-19. However, there are plans in train for some outdoor events (e.g. hikes) for each group at the weekends
Sunday School leaders met with the Rector in September to plan some activities for this term. While Sunday School cannot meet in the usual way, plans are afoot for some fun activities between now and Christmas. Keep an eye on the parish emails!
As the autumn leaves begin to change colour and the weather is see-sawing between balmy and blustery, we in Garden Gang have been on pause pending the Government announcements about the latest Covid restrictions. As I write we have just begun Level 3 restrictions for the next three weeks. Even…
The pandemic continues to curtail music-making—not just in the parishes, but everywhere. Since audience capacities are limited, it hasn’t been possible to reschedule our cancelled summer lunchtime concerts. However, we hope to be able to make available some pre-recorded recitals from both churches over the next few months featuring musicians…
Following the lifting of restrictions announced in early May, Sandmill Strollers have met on the first Tuesday of each month having regard for social distancing and the need to stay safe from Covid-19. We have decided to drive separately to local car parks instead of car-share. St Enda’s Park was…
For obvious reasons, Sandmillers have not met since springtime 2020. Brian White’s presentation on Josephine Heffernan (and her long-lost bracelet) was our last event back in March. The planned tour of the Museum of Literature on Stephen’s Green had to be cancelled as the museum was closed. It seems unwise…