Thomas Riedmuller

Hi, I’m Thomas. I'm a founding member of The Hollies Centre for Practical Sustainability near Enniskeane. I'm originally from Germany, a former conference interpreter (Spanish, French, German, English) and musician. Currently I work as a mediator, teacher and natural builder (cob). Skills to Exchange conflict facilitation and mediation harp lessons (if you have a harp) courses and talks on conflict resolution also for youth or community groups including schools Qualifications and experience Conflict Facilitation Certificate - Findhorn College Mediation Certificate - Mediators' Institute of Ireland Teaching Conflict Resolution and Group Facilitation at UCC and Kinsale College of Further Education since 2002 http://thehollies.ie Contact details 023 8847981 thomas_riedmuller@yahoo.ie

Christine Kingston

Hi, Christine here! I've spent the last 7 or 8 years travelling, coming home intermittently. I do love west Cork! I love travelling, meeting new people and experiencing other cultures and lifestyles. Living back in west Cork I hope to continue meeting new people and broadening my horizons. I love the outdoors, being near the ocean and the mountains. That and socialising over a Murphys or 2!! Skills to Exchange I have some gardening and limited farming skills. I spend lots if time gardening and grew up on a dairy farm. I can also knit and crochet basic things, like knitted hats and crocheted blankets. I do some baking.   If time permits pet/house sitting.  I frequently drive the Clonakilty to Dunmanway road if anyone needs a lift. Happy to exchange English/Spanish lessons!! Qualifications and experience I have a BSc in Equine Sciene and many years hospitality experience. I spent 2 years teaching English. Contact details  kingston.christine@yahoo.com 0852779675

Aine Bonner

Hi there. I'm Aine, a mum of two who's about to move from Dublin to near Clonakilty.  My husband is from Rossmore, so he's going back to his roots, whereas I'm going further away from home, given that I'm from a small island off the coast of Donegal! I'm really looking forward to moving to the beautiful West Cork and to making new friends in the area. My kids are aged 2 and 7 months, so it would be lovely to meet other mums and to get to know and help out in the community as a whole. We're delighted to be moving and making Clonakilty our home. Skills to Exchange I can help with writing classes - creative or otherwise - report writing and analysis, research, proofreading, editing, PR, marketing, social media, content for websites, typing, event planning and management, fundraising...I'm a native Irish speaker so can offer Irish classes for beginners or help with homework for primary school children whose parents may be struggling with the Irish language. I can also bake and cook so if anyone needs a special birthday cake I'll do my best to help out - my last creation was a Ben & Holly cake and previous to that it was Peppa! I'm also willing to do some babysitting or help out fellow mums if they have a hairdresser's appointment or just need an hour of 'me' time! I would also be willing to pick up bits of shopping for any elderly people who may not have a car or easy access to shops. Qualifications and experience Since having my second child, I've become a work-from-home mum. I'm now a freelance reporter and media consultant and I've also given Media and Writing courses to Transition Year and Leaving Cert students. I graduated with a BA in Journalism from DCU in 2004 and since then I have been working full time in the national print media and have contributed to TV and radio. I also have a Masters in International Security and Conflict Studies. Contact details  ainebonner@gmail.com 0879453720

Patrick Freyne

Hi, I'm Patrick. I'm a journalist based in Dublin. I'm currently writing an article about bartering and I am very interested in trying this out Skills to Exchange Writing, editing, proofreading and typing skills. Musical and songwriting skills if they can be deployed from afar Qualifications and experience I'm a working journalist. I've been a scriptwriter and a care-worker and I was once a gigging singer/guitarist/songwriter. Contact details patrick.freyne@gmail.com 0861727672

Ana Rodriguez

Hi, I'm Ana and I am from Spain. I am currently working in Clonakilty and I think this website is a really good idea for helping each other and for meeting nice people. Skills to Exchange I would be happy to offer Spanish lessons, babysitting, lifts to cork or clonakilty surroundings. Also I love animals and I would be delighted to take care of your pets for weekends or short periods of time..And of course, I would be delighted  to offer a taste of real homemade Spanish food! Qualifications and experience Qualified pharmacist   Contact details  anamari_far@hotmail.com 085 1030941

Marion Wendt

I'm Marion from Rosscarbery. I think Clon-Favour is a great idea, especially in times like this, when most people are a bit shorter in money, to avail from services and help in exchange with your own skills. That's how the world should run, not only money driven.  I’m a native German, living here for 6 years. While mainly using my brain at work as customer service in a Messaging Service providing company in Clonakilty , I like working with my hands in my spare time, especially giving Reflexology and Reiki treatments for relaxation and balancing of body and mind.  I also enjoy gardening, knitting, painting and decorating. I practice meditation and Tai Chi for myself and have basic knowledge in Shiatsu. Skills to Exchange I offer Reflexology and Reiki treatments. As a native German speaker I also offer German grinds, help with translations and conversation. Qualifications and experience ITEC Diploma in Reflexology , Reiki master. Contact details  Wendtmari@aol.com 085 7503056

Deirdre Keohane

Hi, I'm Deirdre, artist & founder of the Clonakilty Community Art Centre. Artist of the Jungle City Clonakilty Blue Tiger Artist of the Barryroe Calendar Skills to Exchange I am willing to teach art, painting, drawing to children or adults Qualifications and experience BFA, H.dip Art ED currently doing Masters in Art & Design Art Education Contact details deirdrekeohane@gmail.com 0879649899 My website www.deirdrekeohane.com

Camille Thomas

Hello, I am Camille.  I am French, born in Monaco. I moved to Ireland about 6 years ago now, and loving the charm and people of Clonakilty town. I am married to an Austrian and we have a daughter named Sophie who is turning 2 end of October.  I am working since 2008 in Clonakilty Technology Park, in a conferencing company called PGi. I am employed there full-time, as Customer Service representative. Apart from my job, I love traveling, reading, and of course being a mum! Skills to Exchange I can give lifts, babysitting, French cooking class or French lessons Qualifications and experience  I have a Fetac level 5 in Business Administration Contact details  camillet21@gmail.com 0871809518

Greg Bradley

Hi, I am a Dad of 2 youngsters and for work I am an acupuncturist and chinese herbalist. I am a "would be" football analyst and would happily bend the ear of any long-suffering Liverpool supporter. Long term projects and interests of mine would be to produce a children's story book and play in a musical group. I have started drumming lessons and workshops lately. I am also interested in any group activities or projects that members may develop. Skills to Exchange I am offering acupuncture treatment on the CFE. Consultations for chinese herbs are also available, the herbs themselves will have to be paid for. I travel to Cork once or twice a week, lifts and or drop offs considered. Qualifications and experience 20 years exerience of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. Registered and insured and covered by all medical insurance companies. Contact details   greg@gbacupuncture.com 086 6088639

Maura McCabe

Maura McCabe is my name, living in Clonakilty for over 2 years and loving it!  I have travelled a lot around the world and think there is nowhere more beautiful than West Cork. Skills to Exchange My specific skills are: MARKETING, COACHING, MENTORING Qualifications and experience Graduate of the Marketing Institute of Ireland and more than 20 years experience mainly in the Travel & Tourism business.   Qualified Life Coach and more than 7 years experience in this sector working with clients on weight management issues. Contact details mauramccabe@eircom.net  087 2989104

Una Fitzgerald

Hi! My name is Úna and I've been in Clon for 9 years – and I couldn’t imagine living anywhere else!  I have a background in life & business coaching, training, job seeking support, HR, event organising and admin.  I also love gardening, but am currently without one, so would be delighted to help someone else out with theirs!  Skills to exchange Help with CVs: give job seeking advice, support people in networking for jobs, help with interview techniques & practice. Deliver training on: Healthcare; anti-Bullying; coaching; assertiveness, presentation skills, anti-bullying workshops; listening skills, anti-racism. Advice on how to design and deliver training courses - I'd have a stab at most subject areas!! (except maybe astrophysics....) Coaching, relationship health, confidence, career, parenting, finances, business plans spirituality & mindfulness, help with presentation skills, help organising events carry out admin duties: complete documents, spreadsheets, powerpoint slides typing, letter writing, proof reading/editing, help with recruitment, design HR policies Qualifications and experience FETAC 6 Train The Trainer Diploma in Life & Business Coaching Degree in Personnel Management Diploma in French & Marketing   Contact details  086 8044646  email ufitzgerald110@gmail.com

Bernie Smyth

Hi, I'm Bernie. I have been living in Clon for over 20 years and I still love it! I have been practicing Homeopathy here since 1999, and would be willing to offer a limited number of consultations per month as part of the CFE; I also lecture in Homeopathy at Colleges in Cork, Dublin & Wales, and so would be happy to teach basic homeopathy to groups or individuals in the community. My first career was Veterinary Nursing, so could also offer basic advice on general pet care. I worked extensively in Europe as an EFL teacher, before coming to Cork to train Irish people in TEFL, so happy to help in that area, if needed. Skills to exchange Homeopathic consultations, Teaching basic homeopathy General pet advice EFL, or advice on TEFL. Qualifications and experience Registered Homeopath Veterinary Nurse TEFL trainer Mammy! Contact details  smithberr@gmail.com 023 8836704

Patricia Mulvany

Hi, I'm Patricia, full time parent and student homeopath. Skills to Trade Book keeping Reiki  Qualifications and experience Level II ACCA exam Level II Reiki   Contact details  PatriciaMulvany@gmail.com 086 3800754

Adrian Boyle

Hi, Adrian here. I am a musician and teach percussion and drumming, traditional flute, tin whistle and bodhran.  I can also teach swimming, I can juggle with clubs and balls. I used to ride out for some local racehorse trainers and I still ride regularly to keep fit. I'd be happy to exercise horses if anybody needed that service Skills to Exchange Gardening Music teaching – percussion, drumming, traditional flute, tin whistle and bodhran. Truck driving Swimming lessons Gardening Exercise horses Qualifications and experience I am firstly a musician, but I was also a landscape gardener in a past life and I have 6 years experience of working as a healthcare assistant both with people with special needs and also with the elderly as a home help. I have a swimming teacher qualification with swim Ireland and I also have a full clean rigid truck licence. Contact details 086 8603512 adoboyle@gmail.com See my drumming and flute website

Ronan Daly

Hello, my name is Ronan and I live near Long Strand. I worked as an engineer and project manager in the area of wind farm development for several years. I’m not sure whether my specific skills in this area will be of use to anyone, but I did gain a lot of experience at figuring technical, logistical and legal stuff out, and I would be happy to  throw my hand/head at anything. I also sing, play guitar and ukulele. My main assets at the moment are time and a general openness to anything. Skills to exchange Guitar or beginner Ukulele lessons. To discuss, advise or assist (if possible) with projects of any nature. Although I am not particularly skilled in the areas of gardening/DIY. I would be delighted lend a hand to anyone in need. Tutorials in Mariokart for the Super Nintendo (miss-spent childhood) Qualifications and experience Engineer with 10 years experience in wind farm development. Contact details lamblad@yahoo.com 0879724080

Tina Pisco

Hola! I’m Tina. I’ve been living in West Cork for 20 years this summer. Skills to Trade I’m a writer (novels, poetry, non-fiction, screenplays). I love gardening and homey DIY projects... French and Spanish conversation.....cooking for parties, event management...load of things really. Qualifications and experience At 55 years old the list is too long!   Contact details benegez@eircom.net  086/0895821 Website Tina Pisco.com

Richard Burke

Hi, I’m Richard and I live in Rosscarbery.  I used to teach adults with learning difficulties in England.  I am now retired and have lived here for 8 years. Skills to offer Helping young adults with literacy difficulties I have a small trailer for moving light stuff locally Mowing lawns I have a medium size chain saw for cutting small trees and branches in gardens, and cutting them up for firewood. Qualifications and experience Teaching Certificate Diploma in Special Needs (DPSE) UK Contact details joandrichburke@yahoo.co.uk 087 6436684 023 8831935

Jo Burke

Hi, I’m Jo and I live in Rosscarbery. I moved here from England 8 years ago having retired as a teacher of children with special needs. Skills to Trade Helping children with reading/comprehension Baking: especially biscuits which i can bag up in cellophane bags for presents for small groups. Gardening: especially giving advice for appropriate plants for a border Dog Walking  . Qualifications and experience Certificate in Education, Diploma in Special Needs (DPSE) UK Avid gardener for many years Contact details joandrichburke@yahoo.co.uk 086 0734229 023 8831935

Louise Roseingrave

Hi, Louise here, recently moved to West Cork, and a freelance journalist Skills to Trade PR advice Yoga instruction Dog sitting Study Skills Lifts to and from Cork Qualifications and experience Qualified Yoga instructor Qualified teacher (English and History) Journalist with 7 years experience Contact details louiseroseingrave@gmail.com

Ann Dinneen

Hello, I'm Ann. I live in Clonakilty.  I think Favours is a great idea - a modern version of an old Irish custom when neighbours did 'favours' for each other without expecting payment.  I'm involved in writing, complementary therapies (retired now) including Nutrition and Bach Remedies. And, very interested - or rather concerned - about the water we drink. Skills to Trade Public speaking coaching i.e. best man, father/mother of the bride. Help with organising or publicising an event.  Listening ear over a nice cup of tea! Basic computer skills - e-mails, Skype, Internet research.  Help with form filling, typing and printing of letters - help with composing letters.  Lifts to airport.  Reading to someone. Qualifications and experience Area & Divisional Co-Ordinator of Toastmasters International. Advanced Communicator Award.  Diploma in Nutrition.  London Trained & Registered Reflexologist (retired but offering as a favour).  30 years experience of Bach Remedies (interview required before recommending) Contact details 023 88 35662 & 087 2751229 adinneen@hotmail.com