Events for 2012
Please note that dates or events may be subject to change
Monthly PPU Mass
School Chapel
Takes place at 11.15am in Muckross Park on the First Sunday of February, March, April, September, October*, November** and December.
Bring along your husband, children, boyfriend, anyone! Mass in the chapel is followed by refreshments. (*October – Annual Mass for the Combined Dominican Schools Unions and ** the Mass in November is offered for all deceased past pupils).
MARCH 2012
Union Day & AGM – Sunday 4th March 2012 in Muckross Park
Mass at 11.15am is followed by the AGM and refreshments.
Writers Workshop
Our popular WRITERS WORKSHOP took place on Sat. 24th March from 2 – 5pm in Muckross Park, Donnybrook, Dublin 4. Author and past pupil PATRICIA O’REILLY ran the workshop giving an insight into how to get started or improve your writing. Author and broadcaster DEIRDRE PURCELL was our guest speaker.
APRIL 2012
Easter Egg Hunt 
Sunday 1st April 2012 from 12 – 1pm in Muckross Park. Please book IN ADVANCE by email. (PPU members only)
***Please note that a guardian must be in attendance at all times***
CENTENARY DINNER – Friday 27th April 2012
The Centenary Dinner was a resounding success, with 275 Muckross past pupils (including 2 old boys) having a great time. We had class reunions celebrating 25, 30, 35, 40, 50, 55 & 65 years since leaving school. The noise level was amazing!
MAY 2012
Tutored Wine Tasting Evening – Thurs. 17th May (PPU Members only). 6.30 – 8.30pm. Tickets €20.
This is a once off event for our Centenary year. The venue will be the tasting room of wine importers Febvre & Co Ltd, Burton Hall Road, Sandyford Industrial Estate, Dublin 18. This event is open to PPU members only and places are limited to 25 so early booking is advisable. The theme will be Old World v New World. We look forward to seeing you for an entertaining and informative evening of wine and cheese.
To book please email muckrossppu@ireland.com or ring Gay Rodgers on 087-638 3683
JULY 2012
Combined Dominican Unions’ Golf Society – Annual Outing
In Naas Golf Club on Monday 9th July 2012. Contact Mary Ryan at 087-678 9078 for bookings.
The last time Muckross won this competition was 1993 so let’s get a good team out there for 2012!
SEPTEMBER 2012
Muckross Golf Society – Annual Outing
Thursday 13th September 2012 in Edmondstown Golf Club, Rathfarnham. For info. contact Lady Captain Moya Williams (Forde) by email to paulandmoya@gmail.com or 087-239 0658. You are welcome to bring along guests.
If you don’t play golf come and join your classmates for the dinner.
OCTOBER 2012
Centenary Open Day
Our Open Day, in cooperation with the school, takes place on 7th October 2012.
The day will begin with Mass in the convent chapel at 11.15am, after which entertainment will be provided in the new school building by the current pupils involved in the School Orchestra, the School Choir, the Glee Club and the Traditional Music Club. Refreshments will also be available.
Our SHOWCASE will contain an exhibition of Muckross memorabilia in addition to display stands where Past Pupils can showcase their businesses. This is a great opportunity advertise and network to both present and past pupils. Please contact muckrossppu@ireland.com to book a stand (free of charge).
Guided tours of the school will be provided by the school Hospitality Committee.
The day will conclude with a Hockey match – Past Pupils v Present Pupils
Combined Dominican Unions’ Mass
The annual Mass for the past pupils of ALL Dominican schools in Ireland takes place in the chapel in Muckross Park, Marlborough Road, Donnybrook, Dublin 4 on Sunday 7th October 2012 at 11.15am. Mass in the chapel is followed by refreshments. If you know anyone who attended Ballyfermot, Cabra, Dun Laoghaire, Eccles St/Griffith Ave, Falls Road, Fortwilliam, Muckross, Portstewart, Santa Sabina, Sion Hill, Taylors Hill or Wicklow or any Dominican school please let them know and bring them along.
NOVEMBER 2012
The PPU monthly Mass on Sunday 4th November 2012 will be offered for all deceased past pupils.
DECEMBER 2012
Santa Party 
The Santa Party will take place on Sunday 2nd December 2012 at 12 noon in Muckross Park. Advance booking is essential so Santa knows how many presents to bring for everyone. Only 40 places available so priority will be given to past pupils whose membership subscriptions are up to date.
**Please note that a guardian must be in attendance at all times***
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