From designer to high street, Powerscourt Centre has something for everyone this Christmas.

The centre is now home to an array of brand new stores and has an exciting fresh approach to Christmas shopping- with everything you need available under one roof! Why not check out our snap shot of gift guides or treat friends and family to the Powerscourt Gift Card this Christmas, giving them access to dozens of fantastic shops, salons and restaurants.

With its heritage, class and great location just off Grafton Street, it’s no wonder people flock to this treasure trove to find something different. Boasting over 40 shops including fashion, food, antiques, jewellery, art and much more in such an idyllic setting, Powerscourt is fast becoming known as the destination shopping centre and is the perfect one stop shop for everything you need!

Crossfit Women offers a powerful workout in less time; forcing the muscle groups to work together, builds lean muscle and burns calories fast.

Remember that these movements encourage the development of lean muscle, not size, and the more lean muscle you have, the more calories you’ll burn at rest and exercising – priceless in terms of losing fat.

It exploits and develops the strength of your core muscles (stomach, hips and lower back) bringing more control and explosive power to your movements.

We use a huge range of equipment and exercises which means variety and challenge, and less risk of boredom.

You share the cost of a highly expert coaches making superior training affordable.  For the average price of one personal training session per week, you can train 3 times per week!

Training time will be in the morning three days a week. The reason for this is simply to multiply your weight loss progress by training in the morning so that your metabolic burning of calories begins first thing and continues to burn throughout the day.

The Package consists of a 12 week programme, with 3 classes per week.

The price for a 12 week package is €720 and will include the following;

• Pre and Post Body Composition Measurements
• 1hr nutritional talk, on what to eat & the easy way to apply it to the Crossfit Women Program
• Nutrition Progress Checks (weeks 2, 6 & 10)
• A complimentary CrossFit  Dublin | Women’s T- shirt

“After I had my baby, I was determined to fit into my pre-pregnancy clothes. My cousin does CrossFit Dublin and recommended it as the best programme for weight-loss. I thought it was only for men, but Michael Price has programmes devised for women. He helped me understand what foods I should be eating and we worked on losing the weight and toning at the same time. 8 weeks later I was back in my size 10 jeans. Delighted with the results, and will definitely be going back to CrossFit Dublin Women after my next pregnancy!”

Katie McHugh 29, Stillorgan

“Every year I made the same New Year’s Resolution – to lose that extra bit of weight that I have never been able to shift. I tried fad diets and aerobics classes, but none worked. Then I tried CrossFit Dublin Women, and the results have been brilliant. I lost weight where I wanted to lose it and toned up at the same time. Furthermore, the weight has stayed off and I am nearly 2 stone down and counting!.”

Jane Smith, 33, Monkstown

For more information or to book your place, please contact Michael Price

The first of its kind in Ireland, The Health and Beauty Show is set to excite and delight both the ladies and gentlemen around the country later this year. From Friday 5^th of November to Sunday 7^th of November, the RDS will host a massive exposition focusing on beauty, cosmetics and skincare.

With Unislim and Beacon Dermatology on board as sponsors, and renowned beauty expert Laura Bermingham as the official spokesperson, the Health and Beauty Show will be event not to be missed, where consumers will be able to get advice, consult with professionals, and compare prices and treatments all under one roof.

For those businesses that are looking to launch a new product or to promote existing ones, the show is the ideal platform to increase a customer base and develop brand awareness, especially in the run-up to the busy Christmas period.

Booking is now open for exhibitor stands at this unique event, and sponsorship opportunities are available to interested parties.

www.healthandbeautyshow.org

For exhibition enquiries or further information, please contact

Dearbhla Meaney @ White Diamond Events

Email: info@whitediamondevents.org Tel: 086 822 1751

For Press enquiries please contact Joanne Rochford Invoke PR & Events.

Email: joanne@invoke.ie Tel: 01-4545298

Click to View Larger Image

The hotly contested Favourite Soap award went to Coronation Street, with Tony Tormey of Fair City picking up Favourite Male Soap Star and Katherine Kelly of Corrie winning Favourite Female Soap Star. Having walked away from the British Soap Awards empty handed, the cast and crew of Emmerdale were delighted with the great response from Irish viewers- with the Dingles wining The Walkers Favourite Soap Family award. Bill Roache, who plays Ken Barlow on Coronation Street and is the soap’s last remaining original cast member, was presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award for 50 years on the show.

Click to View Larger Image

Ireland’s Favourite TV Show Ever was another big award on the night, with Fr Ted taking the winner, bringing back memories of much loved television favourites to the guests. The penultimate award on the night was the Inaugural Hall of Fame award which was collected by Rex and Lottie Ryan on behalf of their late father, much loved radio DJ Gerry Ryan.

Click to View Larger Image

As always, the fashion didn’t disappoint, with the red carpet awash with stunning creations. Corrie stole the show with a mix of high street and couture. Shobna Gulati wore Philip Armstrong Couture, Michelle Keegan (Tina McIntyre) looked stunning in a dress by Vicky Martin with Brooke Vincent (Sophie Webster) wearing high street favourite Lipsy. Reality TV Star Michelle Heaton dressed for the heat-wave in a burnt orange gown from a Marbella boutique. Stylist Lisa Fitzpatrick dressed to impress, in a navy & white silk dress with vintage lace by Marion Murphy Cooney. Model Pippa O’Connor wore a fabulous dress from one of her favourite boutiques- Soho in Naas. Newsreader Elaine Crowley of TV3 wore a fabulous black dress from Coco Boutique in Clarendon Street, flown in especially from LA for Elaine to wear on the night. Rosanna Davison was simply stunning as always in an Ashish dress and Louboutin shoes. TV3 Weather girl Anna Daly matched her fair complexion with a full-length powder pink dress from soap star favourite boutique Lara. Former Rose of Tralee Aoibhinn Ni Shulleabhain sported a silver Catherine Malandrino dress. Glamorous Gaelgoir Sile Seoige was resplendent in a leopard print dress by American label “Stop Staring”. Louboutins were most definitely the shoe of choice on the night, with a host of stars slipping their feet into the skyscraping heels!

Click to View Larger Image

The party wasn’t over when the ceremony ended, with all the glamorous guests heading to Krystle nightclub on Dawson Street, where owner Rangan Aruchelvan pulled out all the stops to show every guest the best of Irish hospitality.

Click to View Larger Image

Michael O’Doherty, Publisher of the VIP Magazine Group, commented “This was Irish TV’s big night out. We are all so delighted that such a stellar roster of stars came out to celebrate the best of Irish television. I would like to congratulate the big winners on the night, and also want to thank everyone who pulled out all the stops to ensure the ceremony went without any hitches. This was my first time co-presenting the awards and it was a pleasure to share the stage with the delightful Glenda Gilson.”

Click to View Larger Image

Just some of the Walker TV Now Award nominees with Vivienne Connolly

Krystle nightclub was the location for the launch of the Walkers TV Now Awards 2010 this week. The award ceremony takes place at the Mansion House on May 22nd with many top UK TV stars as well as the big names in Irish TV in attendance on the night, celebrating the best shows and stars on Irish TV. Viewers will, as before, be asked to vote for their favourite soap stars, Irish shows, and male and female presenters. With viewers voting in their tens of thousands, all the trophies will be hotly-contested, and the 2010 ceremony sees the addition of two new categories – the Walkers Favourite Soap Family award, and the search for Ireland’s Favourite TV Show Ever! Watch this space for more info…

A select group of the Walkers TV Now Award nominees were present the launch, including Gemma Doorly, Tony Tormey and Aisling O’Neill of RTE’s Fair City, nominated for Favourite Soap:

Aidan Cooney and Sinead Desmond of TV3’s Ireland AM, nominated for Favourite Irish TV Show:

Nick Munier of  Nick’s Bistro TV3, nominated for Favourite Newcomer to Irish TV and Fergal Quinn of RTE’s Fergal Quinn’s Retail Therapy, nominated for Favourite Reality TV Show:

Anna Daly of TV3, nominated for Favourite Weather Presenter and Bill O’Herlihy of RTE, nominated for Favourite Sports Presenter:

Daithi O Sé of TG4 & RTE,  nominated for Favourite Male TV Presenter and Anne Doyle of RTE, Nominated for Favourite News/ Current Affairs Presenter:

Check out the TV Now website or pick up a copy of TV Now magazine to cast your all important votes!

For press information please contact Joanne Rochford- joanne@invoke.ie or Aoife Murray aoife@invoke.ie @ Invoke PR & Events.

New York Style Nail Bar

Current Essie colour craze Mink Muffs available as well as this seasons must have – PASTELS! No chip, Everlasting polish for hands and feet. Choose from hip muted greys or fresh pinks

Express Skin Peel

30 minute MD Formulations Skin Peel- fit it into your lunch break! No tell tale signs- pop back into the office straightaway with no downtime! Complimentary Bare Essentuals make up touch up

Pedicure Treatment

Relax in our NYC style pedicure chair for the full luxurious pedicure treatment!

Specialist Waxing

Brazilian and Hollywood wax available

Professional skin care advice

Fully trained skin experts on hand at your convenience. All the exclusive, must-have brands including celeb favourite Eve Lom

Eye Trio

Transform your eyes in an instant with this great combo- lash tint, eyebrow tint and shape- for €40. A range of false eyelashes from temporary to permanent eyelashes also available from €15

Bare Essentuals Boutique

Complimentary make up lesson with each starter kit the full range of mineral makeup available

First Dermalogica Skin Bar in Ireland

Experiment, sample and discover Dermalogica products before you buy. Give your skin an instant boost with the Dermalogica Express Facial for €50

Locations to Suit You

Revive Express located in the Hibernian Mall on Dawson Street in Dublin’s city centre.

Revive Dublin 6 located in Milltown, moments from the Luas stop.

With no appointment necessary, fully trained therapists delivering top tips to keep your beauty regime on trend, and the latest in skincare, giving instant results with no downtime, Revive is the beauty brand on everyone’s lips.

For silky smooth legs, flawless skin, a sun kissed glow, pretty feet and nude nails in a fresh new environment, Revive is the ideal beauty destination.

Why not take a break from the busy streets this St Patrick’s Day and bring the family to the Powerscourt Town Centre? If your feet are tired and your throat dry, the many restaurants and cafe in the Centre offer the best place to relax and enjoy the day. The kids will be kept amused with face painters and St Patrick’s characters. The St Patrick’s Day theme continues with traditional musicians McSweeney on stage from 1.30pm.

The Powerscourt Town Centre will be open from 12.00 to 6pm on St Patrick’s Day.