AS another winter weekend kicked-off, the bitter chill outside made it a cosy atmosphere in Swords' Harp Bar. While everyone else seemed to be busy engaging in friendly yet heated arguments over when their Christmas trees being put up, the cool vibe of the Harp, however, did not reflect this debate. Nightowl caught up with a select few who were taking their minds off the coming stressful weeks.

This was certainty the case for Miriam Mansueto, who was joined by good friends Edward Scurr and Rob Wilkinson for a few quiet drinks to kick start their weekend.

The plan was also on the cards for Swords trio, Rebecca Walls, Audrey Prior and Jenny Quinlan. The girls opted for some quiet Friday night drinks in the Swords venue.

Also enjoying a night out with colleagues was local dentist, Frank Gorman. Frank who had been working as a dentist for the past 30 years, celebrated this achievement with select group of friends and family.

The mass of teeth enthusiasts showed off their smiles in numerous photographs and Frank marked the occasion by posing for a picture with Meabh Barker.

Fellow associate Dr Michelle Walshe was photographed with Stephanie Carol, Nuala O'Brien, Emma Dowdall and Miriam O'Connor. And Ciaran McMahon was pictured alongside good friends, Ali Banihamoun, Ruth Collins and Angus Burns to round off the night.

- Dara KIELY