RTE children's presenter Diana Bunici, Josh Garvey (9) and Cathy May Foote (3) launching a nationwide fun filled family night out at the dogs on Saturday February 16 in seven greyhound stadia nationwide, including Mullingar Greyhound Stadium.

Going to the dogs in Mullingar

Published: Fri 15 Feb 2013, 2:37 PM

RTÉ presenters Marty Morrissey and Diana Bunici go to the dogs at Mullingar Greyhound Stadium for Down Syndrome IrelandIreland's legendary GAA sports commentator Marty Morrissey and children's presenter Diana Bunici took to the tracks to launch a nationwide fun filled family night out at the dogs, where all proceeds raised will go to Down Syndrome Ireland.Taking place on Saturday February 16 in seven greyhound stadia nationwide, The Irish Greyhound Board and Down Syndrome Ireland are asking the people of Westmeath to turn their hearts purple on this date and come down to Mullingar Greyhound Stadium to support this great cause.Sean Fogarty of Mullingar Greyhound Stadium said: "Fundraising is an important part of the Irish Greyhound Board's yearly calendar."I am extremely proud to say that we raised approximately â¬6.5m in 2011 by hosting benefit and fundraising nights at all 17 greyhound racing venues nationwide."We are delighted to host the third year of our Family Night at the Dogs events for Down Syndrome Ireland and are looking forward to an even more successful turnout this year. The vast amount of funds raised and growing attendance figures each year is testament to the great support that exists for Down Syndrome Ireland and we are excited for another great night out at the dogs on Saturday 16 February."For information on how you can help or to purchase tickets, call 01 4266500 or visit www.downsyndrome.ie or www.igb.ie.