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Blackrock Market Cafe Poetry Night

Reminder: Thursday March 29th – Poetry Night with Tony Curtis

As part of the ‘Ar an gCarraig’ poetry series, supported by Poetry Ireland, this month featuring renowned poet, Tony Curtis, with readings, music, stories and poetry. Tony is the author of numerous collections, including ‘The Shifting of Stones’ (1986), ‘What Darkness Covers’ (2003) and ‘The Well in the Rain’ (2006). He is a gifted poet, speaker and performer and is also a musician and educator. He is a current member of Áosdana and former recipient of the Irish National Poetry Prize. We are very pleased to welcome him to the Cafe for the evening of Thursday March 29th, which will include dinner and entertainment, from 7.30 to 10.30pm. Please see attached leaflet and contact us if you wish to book seats – there are a small number still available. Call – 086 3151786 or Email: blackrockmarketcafe@gmail.com


Blackrock Market Cafe Events

Wednesday March 14th / Céadaoin 14 Márta, 8:30pmAs part of Seachtain na Gaeilge and in the run-up to St. Patrick’s Day, the Clé Club, traditional song and music club, will be hosting an evening of songs, music and stories as Gaeilge this Wednesday March 14th. The Club meets every Wednesday night in the downstairs of the Stag’s Head, off Dame St. – See flier attached.

 
 
Sunday March 18th, 4-6pm
Also as part of the Paddy’s Day weekend celebrations; the Cafe will host on open music session on Sunday March 18th, from 4 – 6pm. Free Beef and Guinness Stew for all participants; musicians, singers and dancers all welcome! The Cafe and the rest of the Blackrock Market will also be open on Bank Holiday Monday, March 19th.
 
 
Friday March 23rd / Aoine 23 Márta, 7:30pm
The Cafe is teaming up with Feis na Gael to bring you a very special evening of Scottish and Irish traditional music and song on Friday March 23rd. Guests from Scotland are; singers Catriona Watt and Darren MacLean, and flute player Rachel Harris, with contributions from other Irish musicians. €15 admission charge includes 2-course meal, entertainment and corkage – bring your own wine. Please contact us early if you wish to book a seat, as number are strictly limited. Call Eva on 086 3151786 or Email: blackrockmarketcafe@gmail.com. Further information also available at: www.feisnangael.com.
 
 
Thursday March 29th, 7.30pm
Our final date in March is brought to you as part of the ‘Ar an gCarraig’ poetry series, supported by Poetry Ireland, this month featuring renowned poet, Tony Curtis, with readings, music, stories and poetry. Tony is the author of numerous collection including ‘The Shifting of Stones’ (1986), ‘What Darkness Covers’ (2003) and ‘The Well in the Rain’ (2006). He is a gifted poet, speaker and performer and is also a musician and educator. He is a current member of Áosdana and former recipient of the Irish National Poetry Prize. We are very pleased to welcome him to the Cafe for the evening of Thursday March 29th, which will include dinner and entertainment, from 7.30 to 10.30pm. Please see attached leaflet and contact us if you wish to book seats. Call – 086 3151786 or Email: blackrockmarketcafe@gmail.com

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Wapo.ie welcomed into Blackrock Market

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The word Wapo is actually a Spanish word “guapo” meaning “smart,cool,beautiful” anything or anyone can be Wapo.
 
That’s why we believe being eco-friendly, healthy & sustainable is Wapo.
 
Wapo is the only place in Ireland or the UK where you will find Naetura Organics skin and hair care products.
 
Naetura is a new generation of skin and hair care certified organic by Ecocert France and based on natural pure plant-sourced ingredients, with the highest possible content of active ingredient for the best possible result.
 
With Naetura Organics you can be eco-gorgeous by reducing wrinkles & creating youthful radiant healthy looking skin & hair every day simply by using what nature has provided.
 
Naetura Organics products also contain ingredients with powerful therapeutic properties, which can help reduce & control skin conditions such as Psoriasis, Eczema Stretch marks, burns etc.
 
Finally let’s not forget our wonderful animals! We at Wapo are proud of the fact that none of the Naetura range of products has been tested on animals or contain any animal ingredients!
 
So now you have the opportunity to be a “green goddess” I.E eco and beautiful at the same time.
 
And don’t forget eco does not always mean expensive!! 
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Despite today’s medical breakthroughs and technological advancements, some people still instinctively reach for herbal teas, bee pollen or virgin coconut oil at the first sign of a migraine, an itchy throat or indigestion. Just like fashion, where trendsetters in the know have been going back to handcrafted items or organic fabrics, the same can be said for health, wellness and beauty. The school of thought is that most medication is filled with or made of chemicals that, when ingested on a regular basis, can actually work against what they were originally supposed to cure. The same can apply to beauty products—skin care, hair care, cosmetics, even baby care—the ingredients of which can be so harsh, they’re actually bad for your health the skin, hair and baby. So in recent years, many concerned individuals have gone back to the way our ancestors treated anything and everything—naturally.
 
The beauty industry with Internationally recognized companies, famous for their branded skin care and cosmetics, have also acknowledged this shift….Many of them have added product lines that carry the labels “natural” or “organic”.  However be aware unless the product is “Certified Organic” it is still likely to contain synthetic chemicals!! Certified means an organisation such as the soil Association in the UK OR Ecocert in France have certified the product with all its ingredients as being from organic farming…These organisations have very strict guidelines which must be met by the producer of the product and also give piece of mind to the consumer that they are buying and using a genuine “organic product”
 
The environment and animals benefit as well because no nasty chemicals get washed down the drain and none of the products are tested on animals!!! It’s simply the better healthier choice all round….a win win for everybody. 
 
Wapo.ie recommends  Naetura Organics certified by Ecocert France and based on natural pure plant-sourced ingredients, with the highest possible content of active ingredient for the best possible result.

Blackrock Market in Spring.

We have so much going on in blackrock market this spring, we have new stallholders new special offers from our regulars and some lovely new tasty treats.

Wapo hosts the range Naetura, it is a new generation skin and hair care range, certified organic by Ecocert France and based on natural pure plant-sourced ingredients, with the highest possible content of active ingredient for the best possible result!!. It is located at Unit 23 in the market and you are able to sample some of their products there. They even have some fantastic introductory special offers.

Gourmet Chocolate still selling fast at the Italian Stall. Italian books, however if you haven’t learnt Italian yet there are plenty of other books in the market to choose from.

Derek Lyons has expanded his range of slate mirrors and has now come up with a range of candle holders and also amazingly quirky decorations. Worth a look. And apparently the first one to beat him at this game takes it home for free!!!!! NICE!

derek lyons Art and slate unit 6 blackrock market

 

The Market Cafe has delicious lunch treats and teas and coffees while meandering  through the nearly 100% covered market so not to worry about the weather.

The market also has delicious cakes and cupcakes to take home………. if you can resist them on the journey 😉

Do pop in this weekend and every weekend, we look forward to seeing you and welcome your custom to our irish local businesses.

 

 

 


Blackrock Market Cafe Nights

Burns Night – Thursday January 26th, from 7:30pm

Celebrating the life and work of Scottish Poet and Bard, Robbie Burns, the Cafe will be hosting a traditional Burns Supper on Thursday January 26th form 7:30pm to 10:30pm. The evening will feature a fantastic line-up of singers and musicians; with poetry, song, music and readings drawn from the work of Robbie Burns and from the wider Scottish tradition.
Admission is €20 per person, which will include a three-course meal and full evening’s entertainment. Main course will feature ceremonial haggis, neeps and tatties (plus some non-offal alternatives for the faint of stomach) and guests are invited to bring their own bottles; whether it be beer, wine or traditional Scotch whiskey, to toast the immortal memory of Robbie Burns and wash down a feast of traditional delicacies.
Booking is essential due to limited space, so please contact us as soon as possible to reserve a seat – Tel: 086 3151786, Email: blackrockmarketcafe@gmail.com
Céili Mór – Wednesday February 1st, from 8pm
For those with an interest in traditional music and dance, Traditional Arts Collective (TAC), with the support of the Clé Club, will be holding a giant Céilí on Wednesday February 1st in the Grand Social on Liffey St. Coinciding with the ancient Celtic festival of Imbolc, the Ceili is open to people at all dance levels and will include instruction on dance steps for absolute beginners. Admission will be €8 at the door, or tickets can be purchased in advance for €6 from www.ticketpro.ie
check out the official website www.blackrockmarket.com

Football Programmes the Collectors Shop

Huge new stock
Football (soccer) programmes
The Collectors’ Shop
Blackrock Market
Hundreds to choose from !
League of Ireland
Bohemians, Shamrock Rovers, Shelbourne, St Patricks Athletic
Priced from €2 each upwards
Also English teams, including :-
Arsenal, Aston Villa, Chelsea, Everton, Liverpool, Man City, Man Utd, Newcastle, QPR, Wolves

Priced from €2 each upwards
Also selection from lower leagues
Birmingham, Charlton, Leeds, Norwich, Southamption, West Ham
Priced from €2 each upwards
Highlights include:
Ireland v England, Stuggart, Euro Finals 1988
Ireland v Russia, Euro Finals 1988
Sir Matt Busby Testimonial
Bryan Robson Testimonial
Ireland v Liverpool
Shamrock Rovers Selection v Brazil
+ hundreds of Irish international match day programmes and tickets
Email your Wants List to
or call in to the shop any weekend
11:30am to 5:30pm
Check out our website www.blackrockmakret.com

January offers

Blackrock market is back in full swing this weekend and wants to wish all its 2011 visitors a huge thank you for all their support and we hope to see you all again back in 2012. We are constantly adding to our market with new and exciting ventures and businesses and would like to invite you all down this weekend to see whats on offer.


The Cozy Zone

2011 is now coming to an end and we are entering 2012 the universal year 5. The vibration of 5 can carry unexpected changes for us as people and for the whole of mankind change and surprises for us all especially those who have the life path 5.

Drop in to the Cosy Zone for more info on the vibration of 5 and what 2012 may have in store for you love n light Gemma x x


Blackrock Market Cafe 28th October 7.30pm

Aoine 28ú Deireadh Fómhair / Friday 28th October, 7:30pm

le file Gabriel Rosenstock & cláirseoir Laoise Kelly

ag Cafe an Mhargadh / Blackrock Market Cafe

Cead isteach €15, béile 2 chúrsa agus siamsaíocht san áireamh. Is gá áit a chuir in áirithe roimhré.

086 3151786 nó blackrockmarketcafe@gmail.com dó áirithint no tuilleadh eolais

Limited places still available – Call: 086 3151786 or Email: blackrockmarketcafe@gmail.com for reservations or enquiries.


‘Xtra Life’ at Blackrock Market

Jan and Rob would like to thank everyone for supporting us at “Oooh Shinies” so much over the last few months. We’ve had a blast and with all of your help we’ve improved and grown our business every week.

We’ve decide a name change is in order to reflect that we are no longer the same small jewelery company we started out as. We’ve learnt so much from all of you and from our deadly fellow stall holders and now have expanded to also specialise in home wares, t-shirt and badge printing, gamer accessories, glass etching, toy making and so much more!

And so from this week on “Oooh Shinies” shall become “Xtra-Life“.

We hope you’ll all welcome this change and continue to support us as we further our cause from world domination.

You’ll still be able to contact us by

www.facebook.com/ooohshines so keep in touch and looking forward to seeing you all again soon at Blackrock Market!