Last Chance to Make a Difference

As some of you may know, I was asked by the Vodafone Ireland Foundation to be one of the judges in their World of Difference programme. I was delighted and proud to be asked, as it is one of the most unique and interesting charitable ventures I’ve encountered. The Foundation is asking you to donate more than money…Donate Yourself! They are offering 30 people the opportunity to take a 3-month paid placement with an Irish charity of their choice. What would you do if you could donate yourself to charity for three months? This could be your chance to find out. The programme closes for entries on Sunday 21st November and the winners will take up their position with their chosen charity next February. Here’s a quick overview of the programme: So, if there is a charity that you want to work with, apply online at Vodafone.ie/foundation or the World … There’s more

“Every Bitta Land We Had is Covered!”

Is this to become the new refrain at house parties across the country? I’ll bet it’ll give “Barbara Streisand!…. Doo do do do do do do do do do do do…” a run for its money. Introducing Bridie Greene (and her ever-so-slightly high pitched voice): Bridie from Roscommon Video courtesy of BigMentalDisease Bridie-mania is sweeping the nation, with remixes popping up all over the place. Download some of the remixes for free on her Facebook Fanclub page.