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Registration opens today!

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 09:11:06 GMT

Registration for the 2012 Flora Women's Mini Marathon opens today! Sign up now to be part of our Kilometres For Kids team and help raise funds for Ireland's sick kids.

Brides Gift to a Child

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:34:54 GMT

Brides Gift to a Child

We invite all brides to support The Diabetes Centre of Our Lady's Children's Hospital,Crumlin by donating their Wedding Dress to the Centre.

The Diabetes Centre at Our Lady's Children's Hospital,Crumlin caters for over 500 families,all of whom have at least one child with Type 1 Diabetes.All of the children are Insulin dependent and require daily injections or Pump therapy as well as numerous finger pricks to check blood sugar levels .

The Parents Support Group are currently fundraising to cover the cost of an additional Pump Nurse .

Your valuable support would be hugely appreciated.

If you were a Bride in the last few years ( 3- 5 years ) or if you are in the process of planning your wedding we invite you to consider donating your wedding dress to this worthy cause.

If you are an upcomming Bride and would like to pledge the donation of your dress now we will print up cards for you to be used in lieu of Favours .

We will also welcome Bridesmaids Dresses, Flower Girls Dresses and mother of the Bride Outfits.

Please help us improve the level of service provided for these wonderful children

Ireland AM special

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:44:07 GMT

Check out TV3's Ireland AM at 7.35 on Monday morning for a piece on our Kelloggs Fun Raise 4 Kids programme!

Latest Press release

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:44:07 GMT

Check out our latest Fun Raise 4 Kids press release "Bill Cullen and Jackie Lavin challenge students to ‘THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX’ in support of Kellogg's Fun Raise 4 Kids"

Virgin London Marathon 2012

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 16:55:03 GMT

Join Team Crumlin for the 2011 Virgin London Marathon and be part of something really special. Our team are raising funds to change the lives of sick children from all over Ireland.

Why London?

The Venue of the 2012 Olympic Games
Europe’s most popular marathon
One of the Big 5 marathons
Experience one of the world’s most vibrant cities

Starting in Blackheath the course runs through many famous London districts and past familiar landmarks, including The Tower of London, London Bridge, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. This is an experience not to be missed and you’ll be cheered on every step of the way by over a million spectators. So join Team Crumlin for guarnteed entry into one of the world’s biggest sporting events.

What do we provide?

Guaranteed race entry
Flights
Accommodation
Team meals
Full fundraising support
Team Crumlin running top

How much do I have to raise?

Total Fundraising Target: €2,500

Deposit: €300

How do I sign up?

To secure your place contact us by email at info@cmrf.orgor locall1890 507508 to receive your registration form. Once the form is completed please return to The Children’s Medical & Research Foundation along with your non refundable deposit.

Places are limited and will be given on a first come first served basis so act fast to avoid disappointment.

Kilometres for Kids London Marathon Team Full

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 16:54:32 GMT

Thanks to a strong recruitment drive and a response from our friends from around the country, the Kilometres for Kids London marathon team has reached capacity. We will be opening registration for the NYC marathon in the coming weeks. Stay tuned.

www.kilometresforkids.ie

Use your power to help sick children

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 16:39:35 GMT

All children need heroes, but our sick children need SUPERheroes!

Grab your family and friends, don your mask and cape, and sign up for the Superhero Fun Run in 2012! You’ll have a great time running or walking (or even strolling!) to raise money for Our Lady's Children's Hospital, Crumlin

This event is for young and old alike. Enjoy our 5k route. Bring your family and use your power to help sick! Buggies are welcome.

Our photographer will be on hand to take photos, so make sure you come in costume. We’ll also have face painting and music for the kids.

This event is rain or shine but we haven't picked our date yet. Keep an eye to our site and we will let you know asap

Fancydress Fundraiser

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 09:25:01 GMT

Come and join us for a Fancydress fundraiser in Dunboyne Castle Hotel on 29th October 2011 @ 9pm till late. All proceeds will go to St John's Ward. Raffle on the night with prizes galore and prizes for best dressed male & female. Tickets only 10euro Contact 0868609154

Climb for Kids - Mount Kilimanjaro Open Challenges

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 13:58:58 GMT

• Do you want a once in a lifetime experience, challenging yourself both physically and mentally while at the same time helping Ireland's sickest children?

• Do you want to travel on dates that suits you?

• Do you want to organise a group for just you and friends or work mates?

You've come to the right place!

Follow in the footsteps of the Climb for Kids Celebritiy team who climbed Mount Kilimanjaro for Crumlin Kids in 2010.

Every year, over 25,000 people just like you travel from around the world toTanzania to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak.The tallest free-standing mountain in the world, Kilimanjaro is a place of myth and folklore. Located just 325 km from the equator, the mountain defies logic with its glaciated peak. It is one of the great modern day challenges.

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro does not require any technical skills or special equipment. However, the journey is not to be taken lightly. The correct preperation, training and gear are vital for a succesful adventure.

That is why we have teamed up with Action Challenge to provide open challenges on a selection of routes on dates throughout the year. Action Challenge have a proven record of success taking groups up and down Mount Kilimanjaro. They carry over 1000 people per year with the best guides, medical and support teams. Action Challenge are also a member of IMEC and only work with vetted teams who ensure the welfare of local porters and the enviroment.

What is an open challenge?

So often people want to get involved in Team Crumlin challenges to help our sick kids but somethings it's just not possible because of work or personal commitments on the dates of the event.

An open challenge is designed so that you can sign up for the dates and route that best suit you.

You can go as an individual and meet up with other like minded people for a fantastic experience or you can travel with friends.

If you have a large group of friends or work mates that all want to take on the challenge then we can organise your own private group.

To sign up click on the link beloow and register with our event parnter Action Challenge

• Pay your €399 registration fee to Action Challenge

• Fundraise €4600

All funds should be raised and lodged with CMRF at least six weeks before departure. Our fundraising team are in place to help, support and advise you every step of the way.

Am I Eligible for Climb for Kids Kilimanjaro Open Challenge?

Anybody with a good level of fitness and above the age of eighteen years at the date of departure can take part in our Climb for Kids Kilimanjaro open challenges. All you need is an enthusiastic approach to both your training plan and fundraising programmes, and if you follow our guidelines then there is no limit to what you can achieve.

To sign up simply click on the link to our event parnters, complete the information fileds and pay your deposit directly to Action Challenge. Once this is completed they will contact us and we will support you with you fundraising. You can also call us on 1890 507 508 or email info@cmrf.org.

What's involved for Climb for Kids Mount Kilimanjaro open Challenges?

What is provided?

Pre event:

• Fundraising support and advice

• Fundraising materials

• Preparation and training advice

• Full gear list

On the event:

• Flights & Transfers

• Accommodation on a full board sharing basis

• Fully guided and supported trek

Best Foot 4ward

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 09:57:56 GMT

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The Crumlin International Golf Challenge 2011

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 09:12:26 GMT

We have a fantastic new golf event happening at the Buckinghamshire golf club on Thursday 23 June.A team costs £1000.You are promised a great day out with refreshments andd a barbeque.Especially exciting is the qualification to our International finals in New York at the famous Winged Foot golf club on the 19th of September.So please contact

Mary Coghlan at +35317091718

or Alan Higgins at +353872766122

for more information and a registration form.

This is a restricted field event and we can only accommodate a certain number of teams on the day.

Variety Concert Show

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 09:10:15 GMT

Variety Show - a 2hr show of singing, dancing & comedy. A fundraiser in aid of Our Ladys Childrens Hospital & Cystic Fibrosis Ireland. Tickets €10 ea also a raffle will be held on the night. Please support these worthy causes.

Mad Hatters Lunch Party

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 14:21:44 GMT

Mad Hatters Lunch Party - Friday 13^th May

in the Four Seasons Hotel, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4

The afternoon will commence with a champagne reception at 12.00 p.m. followed by lunch at 1.00 p.m. A raffle will be held after lunch and Nessa Cronin of The Mad Hatter will present a selection of hats and fashion. Price of tickets €95.

This event promises to be a great success and we hope to raise much needed funds for the Hospital. If you feel you could join us, please contact Anna Kinsella on (01) 409 6224 to ensure your place.

The Crumlin International Golf Challenge 2011

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 15:26:12 GMT

Mary Coghlan at +35317091718

or Alan Higgins at +353872766122

for more information and a registration form.

This is a restricted field event and we can only accommodate a certain number of teams on the day.

Docklands Run - June 21st 2011

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 11:26:50 GMT

Tuesday June the 21st is the date for the 2011 Docklands Run. I will be taken part in this event and hoping to raise funds for Our Lady's Childrens Hospital, Crumlin and the National Children's Research Centre Crumlin please support me in raising funds for this Great Cause Thank you for your Support

Dundalk Half Marathon and 10k Road Race

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:29:08 GMT

Please Support me in running the Dundalk Half Marathon and 10k Road Race on the 4th May 2011 all funds raised are in Aid of Our lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin and the National Children's Research Centre Crumlin

Flora Womens Mini Marathon

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 12:37:50 GMT

Doing the Mini Marathon on the bank holiday weekend. Would love all the support I can get to raise funds.

Great Ireland Run

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 17:06:23 GMT

Please Support my Challenge, I am Running a 10k event in the Phoenix Park, on Sunday 10th April in Aid of Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin and the National Children's Research Centre Crumlin. Please support this Great Cause

Re-Dress Yourself

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 12:32:08 GMT

This fashionable event will be held in the fantastic new venue of Re-Dress. Policy is BYOB, so bring a bottle of wine, your friends or partner, and enjoy the host of entertainment on 2 levels. # THE AFTERNOON TEA PARTY: ground floor, featuring fashion swap party (bring clothes, shoes or accessories which are still in good condition to swap for some fabulous pre-loved gear), tea and cake, chill out area and books for browsing. # THE EVENING SOIREE: upstairs, featuring all the effects of a 1950s smoking club (minus the smoking ban!), with records on the turntable, card and board games and a host of special performers to be announced closer to the night. For information closer to the night, direct your and your friends attention to www.facebook.com/Dublin.Fashion.Swaps

SANDRAS MOTOR CYCLE RUN

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 09:27:35 GMT

This is the 6th annual run in the Hills of Donegal raising funds for sick children

St Munchins School Limerick

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 17:32:44 GMT

Donal Madden, his wife Siobhán and daughter Aibhlín presented a cheque to us for 6,288.72.

The Madden family presented this fantastic cheque on behalf of St Munchins School, Limerick. St Munchins organised a sponsored mountain climb, cycle, coffee morning and a whole host of other activities. The proceeds of all these activities were shared between the Children's Medical and Research Foundation and two local charities.

Well done to all involved in raising such a fantastic amount for our little patients!

Holy Child Secondary School Sponsored Pumpkin Carving Competition

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 11:02:54 GMT

Well done to Holy Child Secondary School, Killney who raised lots of money through our Fun Raise 4 Kids Secondary Schools' Challenge. Thanks to Ms. Byrne and all her class for all their hard work and support. Ms Byrne also participated in the Dublin Marathon to raise vital funds for Our Lady's Children's Hospital, Crumlin and the National Children's Research Centre.

Grennan Secondary School Sponsored Run, Walk and Crawl

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 11:02:19 GMT

Congratulations to Grennan Secondary School, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny who raised over 800.00 as part of our Fun Raise 4 Kids Secondary Schools' Challenge. Well done guys!

Mount Anville Secondary School Transition Year Fundraising Dinner

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 11:00:42 GMT

Huge congrats to Ms. Creaney and all the TY students who organised a fundraising dinner at Mount Anville Secondary School for parents as part of our Fun Raise 4 Kids Secondary Schools' Challenge. They managed to raise an incredible 15,000 for our hospital!!! Amazing work.

Sean Nós ar an tSionann -

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 01:33:07 GMT

Sean Nós ar an tSionann are a sean nós dancing group from Sligo Leitrim Roscommon and Kerry.

We are through to the semi finals in the All Ireland Talent Show representing The West.There are 8 children and 2 adults in the group. We want to go on and win The All Ireland Talent Show and give €10,000 of the prize money to Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin and the National Children's Research Centre Crumlin Hospital. Please get behind us and vote for us in the semi finals on Sunday 13th March on RTE1 on The All Ireland Talent Show. We want to do it for Crumlin and all the children in our dancing classes who would not be dancing with us today if it were not for Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin :)

Sean Nós ar an tSionann are a sean nós dancing group from Sligo Leitrim Roscommon and Kerry. We are through to the semi finals in the All Ireland Talent Show representing The West.There are 8 children and 2 adults in the group. We want to go on and win The All Ireland Talent Show and give €10,000 of the prize money to Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin.

Please get behind us and vote for us in the semi finals on Sunday 13th March on RTE1 on The All Ireland Talent Show. We want to do it for Crumlin and all the children in our dancing classes who would not be dancing with us today if it were not for Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin :)

Thank You For Your Vote

Kilo's For Kid's

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 11:01:07 GMT

Lose weight or Bodybuild with us to raise much needed funds for Crumlin Hospital

Mount Juliet Fashion Show in association with Harvey Nichols

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 14:29:55 GMT

Announcing the Mount Juliet Spring Salon Fashion Event

In association with IMAGE magazine and Harvey Nichols

Supporting Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin, bringing style to Kilkenny for the 2^ndyear!

Friday 11^thMarch 2010 celebrates the second year of the Mount Juliet Spring Salon Fashion Event in association with IMAGE magazine, a charity event featuring an exclusive salon-style showing of the Harvey Nichols Spring/ Summer 2011 Fashion Collection, as well as an opportunity to shop at the Harvey Nichols Pop-Up Store in the lavish surroundings of the Mount Juliet House Presidential Suites. MC’d by IMAGE editor Melanie Morris and featuring beauty tips from IMAGE beauty editor Liz Dwyer, it’s set to be another unmissable event of fabulous fashion, beauty and shopping. Proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to the St. Johns Cancer Ward at Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin.

Ireland’s fashion forward will view the latest designs from the collections of Alice by Temperley, Sonia by Sonia Rykiel, Amanda Wakeley, Vivienne Westwood. DKNY, Alice & Olivia, Pinko, Markus Lupfer, Twenty8Twelve, Elie Tahri, Sportmax, Rebecca Taylor, Tibi and Tucker. Guests will have an exclusive opportunity to shop this season’s key trends and beauty with expert advice from the Harvey Nichols team of Personal Shoppers and the show’s stylist, Graham Cruz, on hand to help navigate trends in 70’s glamour, Punk Fashion, Lace, Modern Minimalism, Romance and Colour . IMAGE magazine’s beauty maven Liz Dwyer will share her coveted top beauty secrets on the evening.

William Kirby, General Manager, Mount Juliet commented: “Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin is a charity that is close to our hearts here in Mount Juliet and we are delighted to have the opportunity for a second year to raise funds for them. Harvey Nichols and Image Magazine are wonderful partners and, together with Mount Juliet, are set to deliver a fantastic event in March. There is great excitement about the event already amongst all of our residents, members and visitors.”

Nicola O’Sullivan, Funds and Donations Manager at Children’s Medical Research Foundation commented: “CMRF are absolutely thrilled that Mount Juliet are organising their Fashion Show again this year in association with Harvey Nichols. All of the funds raised from this exceptional event will go towards St. John’s Ward and the Children’s Cancer Fund at Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin. The fashion show was a huge success last year and the money raised made a substantial difference to the lives of so many of our young patients attending Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital. Funds were designated to ward refurbishment, toys and much needed Cancer research. CMRF are truly grateful to Mount Juliet for their ongoing generosity towards this cause.”

Starting at 7pm, tickets for the Mount Juliet Spring Salon Fashion Event, in association with IMAGE magazine and Harvey Nichols, cost €85. IMAGE subscribers can purchase tickets for €80. Fashion show starts at 8pm. Tickets include fashion show, drinks and canapé reception, Harvey Nichols goody bag, beauty tips seminar with Liz Dwyer and access to the Shop the Show event in the Presidential Suites.

Motorcycle Million: Wales 2011

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 19:17:13 GMT

We are kicking off The Motorcycle Million in 2011 with a visit to the land of Snowdonia, the Brecon Beacons and the Pembrokeshire Coast – or the roads of motorcycling mecca for many who make the annual pilgrimage already. The names of Davies, Jones, Evans and Williams will greet you over three wonderful days and test you and your machine throughout. The challenge will finish back at the doors of Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin on the afternoon of Sunday 26th June. A limited number of pillion only places are available.

Wicklow Gap 100km Cycle Challenge

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 13:12:26 GMT

Details to be revealed soon ....

Additional fundraising target set for Italy Cycle Tour

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 16:46:20 GMT

Registration Fee: €300

Additional Fundraising Target: €3,700

Following on from last year's really succesful event in Italy we just had to go back! Our Kilometres for Kids cycling team are returning to Riccione on the east coast of Italy.

Based in one of the world's most popular cycling regions, our different routes make up challenging climbs and stunning panoramic views for the fitter cyclist and flat paths with gentle hills for our more leisurely cyclist.

All groups are guaranteed to enjoy the most breathtaking views of the Adriatic Riveria and rolling countryside as well as have the opportunity to visit the regions many historic castles and towns.

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a truly magical event. Be warned this trip fills up fast .

Valentine's Ball

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 16:53:24 GMT

Our Volunteer Ladies Committee is holding their annual Valentine’s Ball on Saturday 12th February in the Four Seasons Hotel, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4.

This year their fundraising efforts are going towards the completion of the refurbishment of a breakout area within the hospital. This is one of the busiest areas within the hospital itself and it is a meeting point and main waiting area for many of our patients and young families. The updated refurbishment will include the installation of new flatscreen TV's, new furniture, painting, new flooring and seating, a private computer area and a new fish tank area which is much loved by the children who attend Our Lady's.

The evening will commence at 7:30 with a champagne reception followed by dinner and dancing to the music of “The Poor Boys”. There will also be an exciting auction and a raffle.

Tickets €120 per person. For further information please contact Anna on 4096224 or e-mail admin@cmrf.org

Red Tie Valentines Ball

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 10:33:37 GMT

Join us in Solis Lough Eske Castle, Donegal for our annual Red Tie Ball.

Welcome Reception 7.30pm

4 Course Dinner

Followed by Dancing to Bar Flies

Tickets are €70

New York Marathon

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 17:50:36 GMT

Be pasrt of the World's biggest marathon and Ireland's biggest charity team. New York is an unforgettable experience, a combination of a superb marathon and a vibrant and unique city.

With people coming from all over the world this is your chance to be part of something spectacular. Taking in all five boroughts of New York City this is the biggest and best marathon of all

Join over 44,000 runners and walkers from over 40 different countries. There is no better way to experience this marathon than to run with our Kilometres for Kids team, Ireland's largest charity effort. You will have guaranteed entry, incredible support and a lifetime of good memories.

Belfast City Marathon

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 13:21:21 GMT

Join out Kilometres for Kids team at the Belfast City Marathon this May as they celebrate their 30th year running.

Log on to www.belfastcitymarathon.com to register for your place in the race. Closing date is the 16th of April 2011.

Once registered with Belfast City Marathon, please contact CMRF at 1890 507 508 or e-mail info@cmrf.org to get your official Kilometres for Kids t-shirt and fundraising pack.

The huge contribution your training, commitment and kilometres can make in the lives of our tiny patients is incredible and we want to support you in helping us in any way we can.

Cork City Marathon

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 12:30:48 GMT

Join our Kilometres for Kids team and Irish Athletics legend Sonia O’Sullivan and run, jog or walk the Cork City Marathon which takes in some of Cork’s most iconic landmarks and scenery.

Log on to www.corkcitymarathon.ie to register your place in the race. Closing date is the end of March 2011 so make sure you register now to avoid disappointment.

Once registered with the Cork City Marathon please contact CMRF at 1890 507 508 or e-mail info@cmrf.org to get your official Kilometres for Kids t-shirt and fundraising pack.

The huge contribution your training, commitment and kilometres can make in the lives of our tiny patients is incredible and we want to support you in helping us in any way we can.

Women's Mini Marathon

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 11:24:04 GMT

Be part of one of Ireland’s largest charity teams at the Women’s Mini Marathon 2011. This is such a popular event with all the ladies around Ireland and we are looking to all you lovely ladies to join our special Kilometres for Kids team. We have a special girl’s pack and plenty of girlie fun planned for when you complete your 10km on the day.

We want you to join us at our after party (details to follow) where free finger food and pink cosmopolitans will be served to all those who cross the finish line. Now there’s your incentive ladies! When you register with us, not only will you receive your fundraising pack, you also will receive your official after party wristband to gain entry into this exclusive event.

All participants must enter either on the official Entry Form which will appear in the Evening Herald every Wednesday or online at www.womensminimarathon.ie from March 2011.

Once registered let us know how many sponsor cards and what size t-shirt you would like sent out to you by giving us a call on 1890 507 508 or e-mail info@cmrf.org.

The Great Limerick Run

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 11:11:03 GMT

The Great Limerick Run will be one of the most exciting events on the Irish running calendar. The 2010 event saw over 6500 participants enjoy a superb day.

Limerick is the designated European City of Sport for 2011 and the event promises to be even bigger and better in 2011. This event has something for everyone! The 3 races include a fully certified marathon, a half marathon and a 6 miler.

Places are being snapped up rather quickly so log on to www.greatlimerickrun.com to register for your place in this great race.

Connemara Marathon

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 10:49:07 GMT

Comprising of a half marathon, a full Marathon and a 39.3 mile ultra marathon the Connemara Marathon takes in some of the most beautiful landscapes in Ireland.

Places for this marathon are extremely limited so log on to www.connemararathon.com to secure your place.

The Great Ireland Run

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 09:44:24 GMT

Join thousands of runners of all abilities in this 10km run which takes place in the stunning Phoenix Park, Dublin.

Log on to www.greatirelandrun.org and register for your place in the race. The closing date is the 30th of March 2011.

Swim For Kids

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 16:17:15 GMT

Swim for kids, take the plunge, make a splash, dip in the nip – whatever you do this Christmas we would like you to consider doing it for our sick kids at Crumlin.

We will give you a Swim for Kids fundraising pack This pack has everything you need to get started as well as your exclusive Swim for Kids swimming cap.

There are many Christmas swims around the country and if you feel brave enough to take that plunge whether it be in a pool or the sea call us on 1890 507 508 or email us at info@cmrf.org

If Christmas is too busy, don’t forget there are many different ways and means to help our sick kids. You can make a donation online or take part in many different fundraisers around the country throughout the year.

Ballybay Youth Vocal Group Christmas Eve Festive Charity Fundraiser

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 16:16:42 GMT

Ballybay Youth Vocal Group is a voluntary based vocal group for children and teenagers aged between 5 and 18. Based in the north Co. Monaghan town, this highly praised vocal group has over 70 young singers and performers and are evidently going from strength to strength. This year, Ballybay Youth Vocal Group will be taking to the streets of Ballybay on Christmas Eve 24th December 2010, for 2 hours to sing and perform all your favorite Christmas acarols and anthems with a mixture of pop hits included, all in aid of Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin and the National Children's Research Centre Crumlin Hospital. Please join in the festive spirit and show your support and appreciation for this worthy cause Thank You & Merry Christmas.

Kerry Walk

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 17:32:18 GMT

The Kerry Walk is back! Due to popular demand, we invite you to join our CMRF team for a spectacular walk through the Gap of Dunloe, Killarney, Co. Kerry.

Join us for a spectacular walk through the beautiful Gap of Dunloe
Enjoy a breathtaking boat trip through the lakes of Killarney
Explore the remarkable Kerry scenery with Kerry Captain Colm ‘The Gooch’ Copper.
Savour a delicious lunch at Kate Kearny’s Cottage

This is a truly unique event on CMRF’s calendar as it includes a breathtaking boat trip through the Lakes of Killarney followed by a 7 mile walk (approx. 2.5 hours) through remarkable scenery. The Kerry Walk will commence from Ross Castle, Killarney. Registration will be at 9.30am sharp as all boats will depart Ross Castle at 10am. Our walkers will be dropped off at Lord Brandon’s Cottage and the event will finish up at Kate Kearny’s cottage where a well deserved lunch will be served! After lunch a bus will be provided to shuttle all walkers back to Ross Castle, Killarney. Sign up today and help sick children for a day packed with lots of fun and enjoyment

For more information or if you want to register today, call our team on locall 1890 507 508 or email info@cmrf.org

Wicklow Walk

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 17:14:42 GMT

Relax and unwind in the peaceful surrounding of lovely Glendalough
Enjoy a four hour guided walk with breathtaking views of the upper lake and Spinc
Savour a delicious spread by Wicklow’s highly recommended Lyhnam’s Hotel in Laragh

Just a short distance from Dublin but a world away from all life’s hustle and bustle, Glendalough offers us a stunning opportunity to escape to the hills and explore the natural beauty and history of Wicklow Mountains National Park and all for Crumlin’s sick kids.

Our walk will be led by our very own expert walking guides and will take in some of the most breathtaking views that Glendalough has to offer. We would be delighted if you would join us and translate your kilometers into much needed funds for kids

We had a great team in 2010 and we want to build and grow on that. Check out the photos below and join us! For more information or if you want to register today, call our team on locall 1890 507 508 or email info@cmrf.org

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Dublin City Marathon

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 15:27:32 GMT

Fundraising Target: As much as you dare!
Pre Registration: www.dublinmarathon.ie

This is the 3sth year of the Lifestyle Sports - adidas Dublin Marathon, which is run through the historic Georgian streets of Dublin. The course is largely flat and is a single lap, starting and finishing close to the City Centre. The start will be in Fitzwilliam Square East and the finish will be in Merrion Square West. Conditions for marathon running are ideal. Closing date for entries is Monday 4th October.

You can also sign up for the Lifestyle Sports - adidas Race Series which gives you an opportunity to test yourself ahead of October's race as well as raise funds for our hospital.

This series of races offers those in training for the Dublin Marathon the opportunity to test themselves at short distances ahead of October's race.
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Chicago Triathlon

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 14:41:44 GMT

Looking for a challenge for 2011? The Children’s Medical & Research Foundation, Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital wants you to join our 2011 triathlon team in Chicago. If you like to swim, bike or run then sign up and take the first steps to making a difference for sick kids. Regardless of your level, we strive to mix new and seasoned triathletes to support and encourage each other - and have fun while doing it!

Chicago is host to the largest and most famous triathlon in the world with more than 11,000 participants, a spectacular downtown Chicago lakefront finish and 250,000 spectators throughout the course. Every year, our Crumlin team is the biggest international team to participate.

We would like to invite you to join us and sample the incredible atmosphere and team spirit that is Crumlin and in so doing raise funds for sick children. This challenge is motivating, inspiring, charitable and fun and we hope that you will join us in this unforgettable experience.

Rhine Valley HIlls & Trail Walk, Germany

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 14:39:14 GMT

Rhine Valley Hill Walk

The Rheinsteig, Germany’s no 1. walking trail
Silent fairy tail forests and rugged hills
Vineyards, castles and world cultural heritage.

Join us in Rüdesheim, the gateway to the UNESCO world heritage site Middle-Rhine-Valley. Less than two hours from Frankfurt and picturesquely situated on the slopes surrounding the river Rhine, Rüdesheim was the holiday destination for the German and British royal families throughout the 18^th & 19^th centuries.

Now it is rapidly becoming one of the world’s most popular destinations. Anyone who has taken in the sights and sounds of the world-famous “Drosselgasse” or the “Niederwald Monument” will confirm its beauty and charm.

Walking is the perfect way to discover the vineyards, fairy tale forest and castles in the region with beautiful panoramic views into the valley along the way. Our five days of hill walking will also take us along The Rheinsteig, Germany’s number one walking trail. This promises stunning hiking and an impressive natural experience to delight a hikers` heart.

The evenings are cheery in Rüdesheim’s Old Town with its cosy wine taverns and inviting restaurants offer plenty of local tastes and entertainment.

Kerala Trek 2010

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 14:19:22 GMT

Discover India’s famous spice coast
Trek through stunning tea estates
Breathtaking views of lush green valleys, lakes and waterfalls
Experience India’s finest wildlife sanctuaries
Enjoy the magical flavours of the sub continent

This stunning trek takes place in Kerala the jewel in the crown of the sub continent of India. With the Arabian Sea in the west, the Western Ghats towering 500-2700 m in the east and networked by forty-four rivers, Kerala enjoys diverse geographical features. From tall mountains and deep valleys to endless backwaters and a beautiful coastline, Kerala has it all.

Celebrated as the Spice Coast of India, ancient Kerala played host to travellers and traders from across the world including the Greeks, Romans, Arabs, Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch, French and the British. Almost all of them have left their imprint on this land in some form or the other - architecture, cuisine, literature.

Our trek will take us from Munnar across the famous tea estates of Letchmi and Kolukkumalai, through the forests of Gavi and Periyar wildlife sanctuaries, back to the stunning coast of Alleppey.

The combination of breathtaking views, challenging walks and some of the warmest hospitality you will find anywhere make Kerala an ideal destination for our 2011 trekking challenge. You will enjoy all of the magical sights, sounds and smells that make India the most unique destination in the world. Only when you have been to Kerala can you understand why it is named “God’s own country”.

"Live at Liam's" Cd launch. Liam O'Riain's Pub, Ballina, Co. Tipperary

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 14:50:02 GMT

A beautiful collection of traditional music tracks recorded for the benefit of Crumlin Childrens' Hospital.The event starts at 8pm on Saturday the 27th November. Please come along and support this worthy cause. A lovely Christmas gift to give to family and friends.

"Live at Liam's" Cd launch.

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 14:48:42 GMT

A beautiful collection of traditional music tracks recorded for to help raise much need funds for Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin & the National Children's Research Centre Crumlin. by supporting our CD you are supporting a fantastic cause

The Laurels Fundraising 2011

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 14:33:38 GMT

The Laurels Clondalkin Cycle and Women's Fun 10k Walk

Table Quiz

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 14:33:30 GMT

20 Euro per table - teams of 4. Fun night for all lots of prizes plus draw

The Laurels Fundraising 2011

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 14:32:52 GMT

Please Support The Laurels Clondalkin Cycle and Women's Fun 10k Walk in Aid of Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin & The National Children's Research Centre at Crumlin Hospital, these Events will take place in 2011 dates to be confirmed

Christmas Variety Show

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 14:33:28 GMT

The students of Geraldine's School of Speech & drama will perform for their family & friends. To raise much needed funds for Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin and the National Children's Research Centre Crumlin,The students will sell lines within their local community & their will be a collection at the door on the night of the event. Please support this worthy cause

bag packing

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 12:32:34 GMT

Please support our bag packing in super markets from the 26th November - 30th November all in aid of Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin and the National Children's Research Centre Crumlin

Friends Of Crumlin

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 10:25:45 GMT

Please support us rasing money for toys to give to the kids of Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin this Christmas We are a Group of students from Scoil Mhuire Trim Co. Meath Thank you for your Support .

The lugnaquilla Challenge

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 16:21:05 GMT

We are planning to hold a Sponsored Climb up and down the Highest Mountain on the 12th December 2010, in Wicklow in aid of Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin and the National Children's Research Centre Crumlin Please support this worthy cause

Rory Byrne Memorial - Dublin City Marathon

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 09:35:07 GMT

Rory Byrne lived for his family, his friends and his running. He competed with Blackrock Athletic Club, Clonliffe Harriers and Blackheath Harriers.

Rory was a very talented athlete, in 2002 Rory ran a very competitive time of 2.28 in the Dublin City Marathon but perhaps his outstanding athletic performance was 66 minutes for a half marathon.

Up to June 2009 he was training for the Dublin City Marathon in October 2009, and was expecting a personal best time. Rory had been receiving treatment for a brain tumour since 2005.

Unfortunately he passed away in December 2009 at the age of 35.

2010 Climb For Kids Mount Kilimanjaro Challenge Day 5

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 15:55:32 GMT

2010 Climb for Kids Mount Kilimanjaro Challenge Day 5

They’ve done it! Our team have reached the top of Mount Kilimanjaro. 26 out of our group of 28 have managed the climb. All here at the Children’s Medical and Research Foundation are extremely proud of our team of climbers. They have faced a tremendous challenge head on and have made all their supporters across the country extremely proud.

While thinking today of their hiker buddy Adam who sings “Whiskey in the Jar” with Darren Holden and the High Kings on the single that has just been released in aid of Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, the group managed to tackle those last few grueling meters.

It was not an easy task and many if not all were hit extremely hard by the altitude sickness. Well done to all who took on this grueling task to raise funds and awareness for the sick children of Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin.

We will be at the airport at 10am on Monday morning (the 18th) to welcome the group home. We ask anyone and everyone who would like to welcome the group home to join us on Monday morning.

If you would like to show your support by donating to the hospital or by signing up to “kinda” climb Kili please log on to www.climbforkids.ie e-mail climbforkids@cmrf.org or locall 1890 507 508

2010 Climb For Kids Mount Kilimanjaro Challenge Day 4

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 14:57:42 GMT

2010 Climb for Kids Mount Kilimanjaro Challenge Day 4

Edel O’Malley the Director of Operations here at CMRF managed to have a hurried telephone call with Sarah and Johann today. The team while thinking today of their Hiker Buddy Adam, managed to get passed the Barranco Wall.

picture taken from Flickr

The team were due to reach camp at around 4pm and to be in their tents by 6pm for a few hours sleep before beginning their night time walk to reach the summit at dawn tomorrow morning.

Conditions have gotten harder now. Sleep is almost impossible as with the Diamox (altitude sickness tablets) everyone needs to go to the toilet regularly and with icicles hanging from the tents that’s not an easy feat.

One of our fundraisers was made turn back as the altitude sickness and the freezing temperatures were just too much to take.

Everyone is looking forward to reaching the summit in the morning. Satellite positioning willing we will be able to hear them on the Ryan Tubridy show giving a live interview on how it feels to reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.

To support our team by either donating or siging up to “kinda” climb Kili with the team log onto www.climforkids.ie e-mail climbforkids@cmrf.org or locall 1890 507 508

2010 Climb For Kids Mount Kilimanjaro Challenge Day 3

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 16:38:41 GMT

2010 Climb for Kids Mount Kilimanjaro Challenge Day 3

At lunch time today the group had just reached 4,600 meters! Everyone is starting to find it tough as the air is very thin and breathing has become a challenge. It gets very cold at night and the group are finding it very hard to sleep but they are trying to keep themselves going by thinking today of their Hiker Buddy Kayleigh and all the hardships she and her family face day in and day out at Crumlin Hospital.

Thinking of Kayleigh really helps lift the team’s spirit and despite the nausea, headaches and upset tummy’s (as a result of the altitude sickness) the group are still determined to push on and make it to the summit on Friday morning.

Tomorrow’s walk is a big one as they have to tackle the “Barranco Wall” which has been known to knock a few people out of the challenge of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, so here’s hoping our team can all pull through it.

One of our celebs Karl Spain (comedian) had to turn back today. Karl has diabetes and he was afraid he had taken too much sugar. Rather than going on and jeopardising the rest of the team as well as his own health he turned back. Karl has touched base with us here at CMRF and is fine, in fact he has just learned that due to the challenge of the climb he hadn’t taken enough sugar!

To support the rest of our team of now 27 climbers as they face the tough challenges ahead you can log onto www.climbforkids.ie and make a donation or sign up to “kinda” climb Kili with the group. You can also e-mail climbforkids@cmrf.org or locall 1890 507 508.

2010 Climb For Kids Mount Kilimanjaro Challenge Day 2

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 18:20:33 GMT

2010 Climb for Kids Mount Kilimanjaro Challenge Day 2

Today I managed to have a quick conversation with Sarah and Johann both staff members of The Children’s Medical and Research Foundation. They are having serious technical issues and were unable to do some of their scheduled interviews today. The only phone they have that still works is the satellite phone but unfortunately the satellite keeps moving and dropping their signal!

After a long days walk thinking of their Hiker Buddy Colm the group finally set up camp for their first sleep on the mountain. Some of our fundraisers found it hard to drift off to sleep but that could have been due to the sing song that was taking place in the tent next door. Darren Holden sang the night away with one of our long time fundraisers Pat Cunningham who accompanied him on guitar. They even sang “Whiskey in the Jar” for Hiker Buddy Adam who is featured on Darren’s single which is now at no 6 in the charts after Darren’s interview on the Late Late show with Ryan Tubridy. We are hoping that this single will be pushed up to no 1 for summit day on Friday. If you wish to help push Darren’s single with Adam to the number 1 spot you can do so by downloading it from itunes.

Everyone was up at 6.30am and ready to leave the camp by 7.30am this morning. Breakfast consisted of nice warm porridge and tea. As they reached the 3,800 feet mark at lunch time some of the group began to experience tingles in their hands and feet which is a direct result of the altitude. Everyone is taking plenty of Diamox to combat the altitude sickness so fingers crossed that it works for them all. When things get tough today they will be thinking of their Hiker Buddy Jack and the struggles he and his family face.

The sky this morning was bright and blue, but this afternoon the heavens opened and soaked our team to the bone. The views are spectacular and our camera man “Holly” and director Micheal Sheridan are getting plenty of footage for our documentary.

To help support our team of 28 fundraisers as they climb up Mount Kilimanjaro why not sign up to take part in our National Pedometer Challenge and “kinda” climb Killi. You can do this by logging on to www.climbforkids.ie e-mailing climbforkids@cmrf.org or Locall 1890 507 508

2010 Climb For Kids Mount Kilimanjaro Challenge

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 16:42:19 GMT

2010 Climb For Kids Mount Kilimanjaro Challenge

The brave team from Crumlin arrived safe and sound in Moshi at 8pm Saturday evening, and were in their hotel the Protea Hotel Aishi Machame at 9pm, where they were fed watered and hit their beds tired from an early morning start and long day traveling.

The next morning was spent being briefed by the local guide Simon and the Action Challenge team, and learning how best to pack their bags for the trek up the mountain. The team now have three bags. One day bag for up the mountain, one mountain bag with various essentails for survival and a third bag for the last night when they return to the hotel filled with clean clothes and hopefully shower gel!

A medical briefing was also given to the Team from the doctor and everyone had individual consultations with him to be sure they were ready to begin their challenge.

Sile Seoige was on to the Daily Mail and Ruth Scott was talking to Padyy McKenna from 2FM to give them an insight into how they are feeling now that they can see the large mountain that will be their challenge first thing in the morning!

Best of luck to the team of 28 brave men and women as they begin the challenge of a lifetime all to raise funds and awareness for the sick children of Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin.

To support the “Team Crumlin” on their journey or to sign up to “kinda” climb Kili with the group please log onto www.climbforkids.ie e-mail climbforkids@cmrf.org or locall 1890 507 508

Annual Atlantic Drive 12k sponsord walk on New Year's Day

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 14:06:06 GMT

Annual Atlantic Drive 12k Sponsored Walk on New Year's Day, this event raises big funds for Our Lady's Children's Hospital. For more info contact Eleanor on 086-8412070

Pub Quiz Drogheda

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 09:50:36 GMT

Why not join us for the Super Pub Quiz Event in aid of Our Lady's Children's Hospital, Crumlin and The Nationals Research Centre on the 24th of October Starting at 8pm and Support a great cause

October Cycle to Galway

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 11:14:44 GMT

220Km cycle from Dublin to Galway on Saturday October 9

Peter Sextons' Head shave in Aid of St Johns cancer ward

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 21:20:47 GMT

Peter Sexton who is 12 years old has voluntered to shave his head to raise much needed funds for this worthwhile charity

Aimee Toner Memorial Table Quiz

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 21:19:51 GMT

Table Quiz in Greystones Rugby Club

tulsk 5k fun run

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 07:13:48 GMT

run or walk 5k around Tulsk village in Co Roscommon. fun afternoon guarenteed. Aim;;To raise as much money as possible for St johns ward crumlin

5TH Midlands Black Tie Charity Ball in aid of the CMRF IN THE 4STAR Radisson Hotel Athlone

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 07:13:29 GMT

This is the 5th and Final Midlands Charity Black ball in aid of the CMRF. It starts with a champagne reception at 7.15 followed by a 5 course meal with wine and entertainment until 3am. Top prize with a winning streak theme this year is a 3 night Bed and Breakfast in a 4star hotel, transfers included to a European destination with the travel department.

Hannah's Blog Day 10

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 10:49:56 GMT

Day 10 was phenomenal success with 13,668 steps taken! I’m in awe of myself and how much I have walked. I am now at 34,171 steps only 4,729 steps left to take and I’ve “kinda” climbed Mount Kilimanjaro! I never thought that I would be able to say I have “kinda” climbed that distance. I’m excited to reach my own “summit” hopefully by the end of the week :)

Hannah's Blog Day 9

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 10:46:50 GMT

Day 9 was a moderate success with 1,613 steps taken. I’m glad I’m back into the swing of things and hopefully this is the end of my pedometer problems.

I’m now at a total of 20,503 steps, I can’t believe I’m almost there wohoo :)

Royal Canal Walk 2011

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 10:25:05 GMT

Wamt to have fun & get fit? Walk the Canal with us in a fun filled action packed weekend along the banks of the Royal Canal from Mullingar to Dublin over the Bank holiday weekend in May 2011.

halloween fancy dress party

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 10:23:46 GMT

A fun night to be had by all!a night to show of your inner witch,kiss your frog,or find your prince charming!spot prizes on the night for best dressed,cutest couple,and many more!there will be a two door charge,but all proceeds on the night in aid of crumlins chrildrens charity.

Hannah's Blog Day 8

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 08:56:16 GMT

Well after all my talk of being extra careful in making sure I always had my pedometer with me, I actually went to the gym without my pedometer after putting it in my handbag to be sure I didn’t forget it in the morning!

I did however manage to rack up 2,319 steps in work and I also climbed 973 meters between the crosstrainer of death and the treadmill! I went home tired but happy that I have almost 2,000 meters climbed out of 5,929.

Hannah Blog Days 5,6 &7

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 22:03:02 GMT

Day 5 was another disaster, I forgot my pedometer and even though I’m sure I racked up plenty of steps on the dance floor that night it’s another day with a big fat 0 on my poster.

Day 6 was a very lazy day spent lounging around the house so no steps were racked up at all!

Day 7 was slightly more successful with 1,214 steps counted which brings my total for the first week up to 16,571 steps taken and 1,018 meters climbed.

This week I am going to make more of an effort to make sure I have my pedometer with me at all times. When I take it off at night I am putting it in my handbag so I don’t forget it in the morning. I am also never putting my pedometer in my pocket again I will keep it on my waistband where it is recommended to keep it as I don’t want to reset it in my pocket again!

Climb for Kids- Get on your boots and grab a pedometer!

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 12:58:57 GMT

Get on your boots and grab a pedometer!

Monday 27th September

The excitement is steadily building ahead of the Climb for Kids - Mount Kilimanjaro climb and no where is more pysched than the corridors of RTE 2FM as Ruth Scott & Paddy McKenna kicked off the National Pedometer Challenge this morning on The Breakfast Show.

Sheilia from the RTE Library is pitting her steps against Brian Dobson from the newsroom in her quest to log more steps in the Climb for Kids Pedometer Challenge

On the show this morning as the nation woke from its collective slumber, Ruth & Paddy matched Sheila from the RTE cd library against Brian Dobson from the RTE Newsroom. Results tomorrow morning on the Breakfast Show at 8:30am!

If you want to take part in the challenge, why not challenge someone from your own workplace similar to what Shelia and Brian have done and raise funds for Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin and the National Children’s Research Centre.

Posted by Johann

Why would I want to get up at 5am on a Sunday morning?

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 13:25:20 GMT

Climb for Kids - Mount Kilimanjaro (34 days to summit)

Why would I want to get up at 5am on a Sunday morning?

Sunday 12th September

I’m not sure where the idea originated from but at 5am this morning, a siren went off in the Lynam’s Hostel giving each of us 30 minutes to get out of our bunk beds, get dressed and be outside with our head torches on. I should state at this point that this wasn’t some practical joke but was intended to simulate our summit climb of Kilimanjaro in the dark in 33 days day time. Great idea Kieran!

The image of sunrise in the Wicklow hills was stunning

After a brief spell back in bed, it was time for breakfast and then a day hike much to everyone’s relief. We were joined this time though by Heather Irvine from Columbia Clothing who seemed to have forgotten her hiking boots and had to cope with runners instead. The group didn’t let her live that one down!

Ross takes Heather ‘Columbia’ Irvine to buy her some hiking shoes

The one thing I will say is that she did clock today’s route on her Garmin Forerunner 405. You can see the route at http://connect.garmin.com/activity/48914488, which showed that we covered 8.6 miles (13.8 kms), took 4 and half hours and climbed to 1,600 ft during the afternoon. One man who powered his way along the route was comedian Alan Shortt. Looking for that extra boost, Alan consumed one energy gel (recommended for quick burst of energy) and four energy bars (recommended for slow release of energy over a 4 hour period). You can imagine how much sleep Alan didn’t get that night and what a crash awaited him on Monday!

Our Sunday hiking group outside of Laragh, County Wicklow

I did have to exercise my mountain skills ability though on that final descent as Mary handed me the map 3km’s from home and told me to lead the way. All very well and good doing this on your own but when you have 25 people and a recording documentary team behind you, it is very different! Apart from one encounter with a fence (which by the way everyone followed me into!), we found the homeward path and got home safe and sound.

One of those “I know where I’m going” moments

So a full weekend done and dusted and it was back to Lynam’s Hotel for a full de-brief with our guides. A resounding thumbs up was the verdict from Kieran. Exposed to every weather condition in an Irish summer, faced with hikes twice the length of some of the day hikes in Kilimanjaro and even with the experience of an early morning hike in the dark under our belts, we were gearing up nicely for the biggest challenge many of us would ever face in our lives. All though for a wonderful cause in Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin and the National Children’s Research Centre.

Kilimanjaro. Bring it on!

Celebrity Trainer Paul Byrne postpones his honeymoon for Climb for Kids Challenge

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 13:23:25 GMT

Celebrity trainer to the stars Paul Byrne has postponed his Thailand honeymoon with new bride Siobhan Stephens in order to jet to Tanzania next month for the Climb for Kids - Mount Kilimanjaro charity climb - Read more here http://www.herald.ie/entertainment/around-town/charity-climb-comes-first-for-star-trainer-2335516.html

Darren Holden speaks of his Kilimanjaro challenge to Galway Bay FM & Kilkenny Advertiser

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 13:20:34 GMT

Kilkenny-born top 10 recording artist Darren Holden has commited himself to the Climb for Kids Mount Kilimanjaro Challenge in association with 2FM in aid of the Children’s Medical and Research Foundation at Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin. See www.climbforkids.ie for more information.

He speaks of his Climb for Kids - Kilimanjaro challenge to Galway Bay FM http://www.box.net/shared/thvdu42gk3 Crumlin Hospital crumlin Crumlin Kids Kilometres for kids climb for kids Kilimanjaro Challenge

Read more here for his interview with Kilkenny advertiser - Darren Holden 'High'King' up highest peak for charity http://www.advertiser.ie/kilkenny/article/31427

Hannah's Blog Day 4

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 13:13:08 GMT

Climb For Kids - Mount Kilimanjaro Pedometer Challenge 2010

Day 4 was what can only be described as disastrous! On leaving work I noted my pedometer had racked up over 3,000 steps, being on the post run clearly helped boost my steps. Unfortunately while I was out later on that evening I looked at my pedometer to find I had only 136 steps taken!!! I had managed to reset my pedometer accidentally in my pocket. Needless to say I was heartbroken that my efforts for the whole day couldn’t be recorded.

It had been said to me by some members of the CMRF staff that if you rack up your steps while wearing high heels your steps should be tripled, and after last night I wholeheartedly agree. My feet are sore and I feel like I have climbed Kilimanjaro twice in the one night and to top it off I have no steps to show for it. The only thing that eases the blow is knowing that while the team are climbing the real Mount Kilimanjaro I’m sure they will wish they were just running around in a pair of heels. It’s probably nothing compared to what they’re in for.

Johann Fox is the project manager and will be climbing Mt Kilimanjaro along with the rest of the team. He has been blogging the team’s training, you can read all about their hardships here http://cmrfcrumlin.tumblr.com/

Hannah's Blog Day 3

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 13:12:11 GMT

Climb For Kids - Mount Kilimanjaro Pedometer Challenge 2010

Day 3 of my pedometer challenge was not nearly as successful as day 2. Even with my pointless attempts to run for cover from the rain I only managed 1,974 steps. Still that brings my total so far to 15,357 only 23,543 left, that’s almost half the distance the team will go up Mount Kilimanjaro! It’s amazing how all the steps you take through out the day add up. I thought I did a lot of running around yesterday compared to the day before but the difference in steps is indisputable I clearly wasn’t! Hopefully since I was on the post run today I’ll have some more steps racked up!

If you would like to join me and start “kinda” climbing your own Mount Kilimanjaro please log onto http://www.cmrf.org/event/show/3768 or locall 1890 507 508

ROSS'S BAR LEG WAXING

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 08:12:23 GMT

BARBQ AND LEG AND ANYTHING ELSE WAXED ON THE NIGHT ALL PROCEEDS TO CMRF

Nettie Guinness Triathlon

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 15:13:01 GMT

Triathalon - 750m Swim, 20k Cycle, 5k Run in the Pheonix Park

Kathryn Thomas on top of the world (Carlow Nationalist)

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 11:43:07 GMT

Wednesday 22nd September

Climb for Kids - Mount Kilimanjaro (24 days to summit)

Kathryn Thomas on top of the world (Carlow Nationalist)

: Local girl Kathryn Thomas will climb Mt Kilimanjaro this October to raise funds for Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin and the National Children’s Research Centre.

Interview with Sile Seoige at the top of the Spink

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 11:40:56 GMT

Climb for Kids - Mount Kilimanjaro (35 days to summit)

Saturday 11th September

Interview with Sile Seoige at the top of the Spink in Glendalough, Co. Wicklow on the training weekend for the Climb for Kids - Mount Kilimanjaro Challenge. See www.climbforkids.ie for more information.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nErf8ao9Ueo

Jenny Buckley is interviewed at the top of the Spink

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 11:39:02 GMT

Climb for Kids - Mount Kilimanjaro (35 days to summit)

Saturday 11th September

Jenny Buckley is interviewed at the top of the Spink in Glendalough as part of the Climb for Kids - Mount Kilimanjaro project in aid of Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin and the National Children’s Research Centre. See www.climbforkids.ie for more information.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHPh6nqy2Ws

Sile Seoige & Berenice Warren facing the harsh conditions

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 11:36:37 GMT

Climb for Kids - Mount Kilimanjaro (35 days to summit)

Saturday 11th September

Sile Seoige & Berenice Warren facing into the harsh conditions of an Irish summer as part of the Wicklow training weekend for the Climb for Kids - Mount Kilimanjaro Challenge this October. See www.climbforkids.ie for more information.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAg8p2ZCNTU

Ryan Tubridy interviews Kathryn, Sile, Jenny & Ruth

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 11:26:23 GMT

Climb for Kids - Mount Kilimanjaro (29 days to summit)

Friday 17th September

Blessed art Ryan amongst women! The temperature in studio soared this morning when Kathryn Thomas, Sile Seoige, Jenny Buckley and Ruth Scott dropped by to tell us about their challenge to climb Mount Kilimanjaro on October 9th in aid of Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital in Crumlin and the National Children’s Research Centre.

The girlies, along with a number of other Irish celebrities, will depart Ireland for Tanzania where they will come face to face with the great peak, dedicating their climb to those doctors, nurses and the many beautiful kids who have and will benefit from their love and expertise.

Anyone who wishes to donate to the project and follow the progress of the celebrities can register today at www.climbforkids.org or call 1890 507 508 or email climbforkids@cmrf.org and you will receive a Climb For Kids fundraising pack which includes a pedometer and FM radio. There is a registration fee of E10.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=srpnCPhnLuM

Jenny Buckley braving Maulin in County Wicklow

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 11:24:48 GMT

Climb for Kids - Mount Kilimanjaro (24 days to summit)

Wednesday 22nd September

While Sile was talking to Tom Dunne at the National Ploughing Championships, Jenny Buckley was braving Maulin in County Wicklow with Kieran Creevy from the Great Outdoors amid horrendous conditions. Jenny and Sile are climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro this October to raise funds for Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin and the National Children’s Research Centre. See www.climbforkids.ie for more information.

Sile Seoige interview with Tom Dunne on Newstalk

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 11:22:51 GMT

Sile Seoige interview with Tom Dunne on Newstalk

http://media.newstalk.ie/listenback/86/wednesday/1/popup

Climb for Kids - Mount Kilimanjaro (24 days to summit)

Wednesday 22nd September

Interview between Newstalk’s Tom Dunne and Sile Seoige at the National Ploughing Championships in Athy, Co. Kildare on the morning show on Newstalk. Sile was speaking (6 mins into part 2 of the podcast) about the Climb for Kids - Mount Kilimanjaro Challenge she is undertaking in October this year to raise funds for Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin and the National Children’s Research Centre. See www.climbforkids.ie for more information.

Hannah's Blog Day 2

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 09:03:53 GMT

Hannah- Day 2 of my Climb For Kids Mount Kilimanjaro Pedometer Challenge 2010

Yesterday was my second day “kinda” climbing Kili and I made a conscious effort to run upstairs to deliver messages instead of e-mailing them or picking up the phone. It made a huge difference to the amount of steps I took. Yesterday I managed a whopping 11,423 steps!

Yesterday was also my first day counting the meters I climb in the gym. After 20 minutes on the treadmill and another 20 on the crosstrainer (which is my personal favourite to hate) I managed to climb 1,018 meters!

I was tired and sore heading home but I felt great knowing that what I was doing would make a difference in the lives of children in Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital. I also had a new appreciation for the challenge the Team from Crumlin face as they climb Mount Kilimanjaro. Considering I found it difficult in a nice air conditioned gym, I can only imagine the hardship they face with a much shorter amount of time to complete the challenge, the freezing temperatures and added altitude sickness!

Best of luck to all the brave team heading off from CMRF! It’s no wonder you are all training so hard in preparation.

Hannah's Blog News Update

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 11:01:25 GMT

My name is Hannah and I work in development and support for the Children's Medical & Research Foundation, Our Lady's Children's Hospital, Crumlin, - I’ve decided to take on the challenge to “kinda” climb Kili with the Team that are climbing Mount Kilimanjaro this October. It will take them approx 38,900 steps to reach the summit of 19,450 ft! We will reach the summit on the 15th of October. I will use my lovely 2FM pedometer to count my steps here in Ireland. While our team battle sub zero temperatures and altitude sickness I will be running up and down the stairs in our building several times to rack up my number of steps!

If you would like more information on the National Pedometer Challenge please check out our website www.cmrf.org or locall us on 1890 507 508

As an added personal challenge I am going to try climb the same height as the team. It averages out at about 228 meters a day so hopefully I will climb 456m every second day!

Yesterday I managed 1,960 steps only 36,940 left to go…

Health * Beauty Evening

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 10:50:20 GMT

Alpha Health & Beauty Evening at Town House Hotel, Naas form 8pm till late, Head Shave, Body Wax Mini Treatments all for 10 Euro. Come along an enjoy this event, great craic, great fun, great cause. See you there.

skydive for kids

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 20:30:16 GMT

up 200ft in the air and jumping from a plane for an awazing charity.

Wild West Barn Dance

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 20:29:53 GMT

Come along and enjoy this fun event at The Ferry Inn, Portland, Lorrha, Nenagh, from 9pm, all in aid of a great cause Our Lady's Children's Hospital and the National Research Centre.Contact Theresa Dunne-Walker on 087-6851116

Ladies Charity Football Match

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 09:46:09 GMT

Come along and support the Scartaglen Ladies Football Club, and the Garda Ladies Football Club, Charity Match all in aid of a fantastic cause Our Lady's Children's Hospital and The National Children's Research Centre Crumlin The kick off for this Charity Match takes place on Friday evening 24th September 2010 at 5.30pm in Scartaglen GAA Club, Killarney, Co. Kerry

Black Tie Ball

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 08:53:10 GMT

Black Tie Ball taken place in the Clarion Hotel Liffey Valley Dublin In Aid of Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin

Martial Arts Training Day

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 08:53:03 GMT

A Martial Arts Training Day is taken place at the Scouts Hall Watery Lane Clondalkin Dublin 22 all In Aid of Crumlin Hospital come along and support this fantastic cause

Head Shave

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 08:51:51 GMT

Join in our super night Head Shave in Aid of Our lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin in the Jerpoint Inn, Market Street, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny

Big Tom Tribute Night

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 08:51:42 GMT

Join us in the Loughrea Hotel Co. Galway for our Big Tom Tribute Night in Aid of Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin

Horse Ride Around the Ring of Kerry

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 08:51:33 GMT

Horse Ride around the Ring of Kerry in Aid of Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin make it a family day out for a great cause

80s Disco

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 08:51:23 GMT

Come and join us at our 80s Disco in Langan's Bar Ford Crossing Headford Co. Galway all in Aid of Our lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin

Head Shave and Music Night

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 08:51:15 GMT

Come along to the Pine Croft Bar in Grange Douglas Cork for a night of Crack, Fun and Music Join in the Head Shave event all in Aid of Crumlin's Hospital joinus for Finger Food on the night

Defence Forces 86th Cadet Class East to West Run

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:31:29 GMT

The 86th Cadet Class are doing a relay run from The Curragh, Co. Kildare to Galway City. This is a 192km route and will be completed over two days. Each cadet will run in uniform fully kitted out.

Dublin City Marathon

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 13:55:21 GMT

My niece, Ellie is a patient in the renal unit in Crumlin and I'd like to raise money for the unit!

In Memory of Baby Oran Keogh-Roche

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 13:52:43 GMT

We are holding a charity event in memory of our son Oran who passed away in Our Lady's on the 19th May 2010 just three days old having gone a full term pregnancy. Oran was diagnosed with congenital heart defects known as "Hypo-plastic Left Heart Syndrome" and "Total Anomolous Pulmonary Drainage", which meant his heart was under-developed and in turn this affected his brain functions and meant he wouldn't be strong enough for surgery. The event is a Head Shaving/Chest or Leg Waxing night.It will take place on Saturday 6th November, in The Mill Bar, Bealnamullia, Athlone.All proceeds will go to the Paediatrics Intensive Care Unit on floor 2 where Oran was taken care of by the most kindred of spirits.And this is out way of making our Son's name live on by giving back to the hospital. Every one welcome.