We would like to welcome you to the website of Down Syndrome Ireland Louth Meath Branch.
Down Syndrome Ireland LouthMeath Branch provides support and information to over 350 families with a family member with Down syndrome in the counties of Louth & Meath. Down Syndrome Ireland LouthMeath Branch is run on a voluntary basis by parents of children with Down syndrome with the aid of a part time Administrator. DS Louth / Meath believes in supporting families to ensure the best quality of life possible for our members with Down syndrome. We work together, united in our aim to achieve respect, acceptance and equality within society for our members with Down syndrome.
The aim of the Louth/Meath Branch of Down Syndrome Ireland is to support people with Down syndrome and their families in the counties of Louth and Meath.
🌟 Stars of the Show! 🌟
What a fantastic evening was held in Navan Library on May 12th celebrating the amazing participants of the Stay Up All Night Film & Drama Hub with a special screening of their wonderful docu-film 🎬✨
Families, facilitators, representatives from Meath County Council and Down Syndrome Ireland all came together for a memorable Oscars-style night hosted by the brilliant Fred Cooke. Everyone involved truly were the stars of the show! ⭐
Running from January to May 2026, the project gave adults with additional needs the opportunity to explore acting, storytelling and video production while creating original films focused on friendships, bullying and socialising.
This incredible programme grew from the Stay Up All Night Book Club in Navan Library and was made possible through the collaboration of Fiona MacGinty O’Neill, Fabien MacGinty O’Neill, Meath County Council Library Service, Meath County Council CreativeIrl Programme and Down Syndrome Ireland.
Congratulations to all participants on their creativity, confidence, hard work and fantastic achievements. We are so proud of you all ❤️
Enjoy some fantastic photos from a very special night! 📸
Down Syndrome Ireland Meath County Library @fruitbowlproductions Creative Ireland
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Looks amazing. Well done everyone.
🌟 A Wonderful Celebration of Inclusion, Creativity & Community 🌟
A very special evening was recently held in Navan Library on May 12th to celebrate the participants of the Stay Up All Night Film & Drama Hub with a Red Carpet Premiere screening of their docu-film, hosted by comedian Fred Cooke 🎬✨
Families, facilitators, representatives from Meath County Council and Down Syndrome Ireland Louth Meath Branch came together for a fun Oscars-style celebration recognising everyone involved.
The journey began when Down Syndrome Ireland Education Officer, Sinead Flynn, developed the idea of collaborating with County Council Library Services. From this vision, the Stay Up All Night Book Club was formed in Navan 3 years ago.
The Down Syndrome Ireland Louth Meath Branch coordinates the monthly book club, and we are truly blessed to have library staff Geraldine Monaghan and Geraldine Fanning facilitate the club. ❤️📚
Running from January to May 2026, the Film & Drama Hub gave adults with additional needs the opportunity to explore acting, storytelling and video production while creating original films on topics including friendships, bullying and socialising.
With funding and support from Creative Ireland, Meath County Council Library Service and Fruitbowl Productions, this movie is the culmination of months of creativity, teamwork and hard work by all involved. A special thank you to Fiona MacGinty O’Neill and Fabien MacGinty O’Neill for their collaboration and support throughout the project. 🎥🌟
Congratulations to all participants on their fantastic achievements!
📸 Keep an eye on Meath County Library social media pages for photos from the premiere.
Interested in joining?
📚 Stay Up All Night Book Club (Adults, Navan) – contact Cara Morgan
📚 Book Club in Kells (Under 18s) – contact Gillian Dunphy
Down Syndrome Ireland Meath County Library @fruitbowlproductions Creative Ireland
#StayUpAllNightBookClub #DownSyndromeIreland #LouthMeath #FruitbowlProductions #CreativeIreland #MeathCountyLibrary #Inclusion #Community #Creativity #RedCarpetPremiere #FredCooke #FilmAndDramaHub #DSI
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🌟 Celebration Ball 2026 🌟
Organised by the Down Syndrome Ireland Louth Meath Branch RAC ❤️
Join us on Friday, 3rd July at 7pm in the Ardboyne Hotel for a fantastic night of celebration!
✨ Walk the red carpet
🍽️ 3-course meal
🎶 Music by DJ Andrew Quinn
💃 Performance by the Barn Door Dancers
🏆 Spot prizes for best dressed male & female
🎟️ Tickets: €35 per person
⚠️ All tickets must be purchased in advance – no money will be taken on the night.
📌 Ticket information:
• No physical tickets will be issued
• A receipt will be provided
• Your name/names will be on the guest list at the door on the night
♿ All abilities welcome & venue is wheelchair accessible
🔞 Ages 16+
Payment via Revolut (preferred) or cash to:
📞 Liz Murray – 087 133 3760
📞 Ellie Cosgrove – 087 667 1393
Down Syndrome Ireland @downsyndromeireland
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