Dog Ears Publishing, behind Rosie Red, is launching a series of Saturday lunchtime events in Derry, aimed at toddlers/young children. This Saturday will see a Hallowe’en themed event at the Craft Village from 1-2.30pm. See www.missrosiered.com for more details.

I am presenting a Media Writing workshop at the Londonderry Chamber of Commerce this week and must say I’m looking forward to it. Producing effective news releases and good copy is valuable profile raising tool for small business owners today, many of whom cannot afford a PR function in the workplace.

Having worked in the industry for several years now, I plan to share tips I’ve gleaned from the busy media department at the British Cleaning Council in the offices of Keep Britain Tidy – to my Sound Communications recent experience. The event is taking place on 12th October, for inquiries contact Christina at the Chamber on T. 02871 262379.

Eibhlin Boydell