The 11-1 Show

Meath cellist and founder of kids Classics Gráinne Hope is allowing people living in residential care homes in Meath to reconnect with their loved ones through music she has set up the Tea, Chat and Tunes series in association with Meath County Council which is proving very successful.

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Last week a regular listener reached out to the show to ask for help, she is trying online dating but says that her honesty and upfront nature is putting off potential partners and she is wondering what to do? We called in matchmaking expert Hugh Redmond from 2 connect.ie, and asked is honesty always the best policy when it comes to starting a new relationship or should we hold some aspects of our life back.

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Sinead Boylan from Tullyallen is mum to twin boys with additional needs who attend the Abacus youth club she is taking part in the Boyne Camino walk to raise funds for the club, she received a really lovely surprise when a front line worker kindly donated something really special that has given the fundraiser a massive boost. She shared the story with Sinead

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Although we are all a little too comfortable in our loungewear, it's time to ditch the tracksuit as many of us are returning to the office. Before you panic over what to wear that will look professional yet comfortable Image Maria Macklin was on hand to offer much needed style advice for those needing to refresh their work look. Plus Maria gives us a fascinating insight into the history of the high heel which were originally worn by men!

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Established since 1976 but now the future is uncertain for Dundalk's only brass band as due to a lack of funding the band maybe forced to close it's doors! Damien Reid long serving member and treasurer of the band told Sinéad how their bank balance is in the red and they are appealing for public support.

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VTOS Dundalk run by Louth Meath Education and training board is offering early school leavers and those who are in receipt of social welfare payments a second chance at education, Gareth Savage co-Ordinator for VTOS Dundalk explained the application process, the courses on offer and how applying to one of their courses is a major stepping stone to great education and career opportunities.

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Parents of children with coeliac disease will know how much of a minefield back to school can be from making a nutritious gluten free lunch they will enjoy, to ensuring no cross contamination and not missing out on the occasional treat it can be tricky ensuring kids maintain a healthy balanced GF diet but help is at hand as the Coeliac society of Ireland have launched their back to school and college hub filled with practical information. Gill Brennan CEO of the society discussed this and the issue around diagnosing children with coeliac disease and how parents can look out for the symptoms

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Liz Yeates CEO of Marie Keating foundation knows all too well how devastating a diagnosis with cancer can be she battled the disease twice, she told Sinéad how vital services provided by Marie Keating foundation are for those on a cancer journey, in order to keep the services running they have announced the second Concert for cancer event on August 27th with an incredible line up of guests performing.

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This month author Grace Tierney delighted us with stories about how Vikings who liked to bring their pillows whilst they pillaged to how magicians use prestidigitation as she explained the meaning of words like Foible, Bolster, Lethologica and much more

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James mc Donagh a 15 year old student from Dublin feels really concerned about the declining bee population in this country and felt compelled to do something about it. He told Sinéad all about his Plan Bee project

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