There is much talk in the media about corporate social responsibility. For many people this means little more than a limited philanthropic exercise – cheques to a charity or some employee volunteering in a local community. But what is real corporate social responsibility? How can we recognize it in action? What does it mean to us in our day to day work?Gráinne Madden, who runs G.M.J. Associates Corporate Responsibility Consultants, will share her insights on the topic on Tuesday, 14th September 2010 at 8pm in the Grand Hotel, Malahide. This event, which is organised by J.C.I. Fingal, is open to ...

Enjoy Malahide was featured on page 56 of yesterday's Irish Daily Star in the Money Matters section for their important role in promoting tourism and business in Malahide.The article mentioned Malahide Castle, the seaside location and highlighted the range of business here, as well as praising enjoymalahide.com as, “an invaluable reference for both tourists and locals alike”.Promoting Malahide and its amenities to both locals and potential visitors from home and abroad is the primary aim of Enjoy Malahide, so its fantastic for their site to be recognised for this.Also, they would like to say a huge thank you to all ...

As part of the recent 'Malahide Has It’ festival, the Malahide Chamber of Commerce organised an open photographic competition that sought to capture the spirit of Malahide over the days of the festival.There was an excellent response to the competition, and with the very talented pieces submitted, the judges had a difficult decision to make.The judges were Cathy Dunne (Malahide Chamber of Commerce); Margaret Cure (Malahide Forum) and Peter Barriscale (Malahide Camera Club).First Prize went to ‘Pulling Together in Malahide’ by Roisin Nugent; Second Prize went to 'Amusement Chair' by Adrian Sadlier; whilst Third Prize went to ‘Heave’ by Catherine ...

Malahide Camera Club resumes after the summer break on Thursday, 2nd September 2010 in the Grand Hotel, Malahide at 8pm.New members are very welcome and they can look forward to a full and excellent programme for the year ahead.Club members receive lessons in photography and Photoshop catering for all levels, but the programme also includes practical sessions, outings, guest speakers, team and individual competitions and more besides.The club year runs from September to June with breaks at Christmas and Easter.The primary aim of the club is to promote photography through enjoyment and the friendly, helpful and sociable atmosphere is a ...

Following the successful Malahide Has It festival in July 2010, the Malahide Chamber of Commerce generated surplus funds which it decided to donate to the Community.The Chamber choose the Malahide Tidy Town Group as its work benefits everyone who lives, works and visits Malahide.The Chamber recognises that the newly relaunched Tidy Town Group has brought new energy and commitment to the task of putting Malahide back on the Tidy Town map, whilst improving the local environment at the same time.The Malahide Has It festival committee, lead by the Chamber of Commerce, said “we are delighted by the fantastic response we’ve ...

A coastal walk shall take place from Malahide Library to Portmarnock Beach on Saturday, 28th August 2010 starting at 12pm.There shall be talks on environmental heritage along the way.Sarah Ann McGrath

The Animal Magic Road Show shall take place in Malahide Library on Wednesday, 25th August 2010 at 2pm for children aged 5 to 12 years.Animal Magic Road Shows are specifically designed to both educate and entertain. They are very educational and interactive with lots of hands on experiencePictured is Luke the Barn Owl showing off his very dark facial disc.Places are limited so booking is essential. Sarah Ann McGrath

Fingal Chamber Choir rehearses on Monday nights at St. George's National School, Naul Road, Balbriggan, from 7:30pm until 9:30pm.Its repertoire ranges from Bach to The Beatles, but mainly on the sacred classical side.The choir is currently looking for people who are interested in, and committed, to choral music, who have some slight singing/ reading ability and who have had some previous choral experience.For more information, please visit http://www.fingalchamberchoir.org/Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Congratulations to Malahide Rugby Club’s Tug of War team who were victorious at this year’s event.Sarah Ann McGrath

Sit back, relax and enjoy the views as you travel across Ireland by train.If you are aged 66 years and over, you can now enjoy travel across the island of Ireland using the FREE Golden Trekker.The scheme is valid on all DART, Commuter and Intercity rail services within the Republic of Ireland, and is open to all overseas visitors regardless of their nationality.Each Golden Trekker gives you 4 days of free rail travel!To avail of your Golden Trekker, call Tourism Ireland on 1800 SHAMROCK (7426 7625).Sarah Ann McGrath