Monthly Archives: April 2014

Roundwood Notes ~ 28th of April

COMMUNITY GAMES

Track and Field: Calling all children between the ages of five and seventeen who are interested in representing the Roundwood, Moneystown, Laragh area in the Co, finals of track and field are asked to please come to Áras an Tochar on Wednesday May 7th at 5.45 for our local run-offs. There are many different events for all ages from running to jumping to ball throw and javelin. You do not need to be a member of an athletic club to take part. If you are interested please contact Ann Marah or Elizabeth Belton.  Swimming:  We also hope to enter in the Co finals of the swimming competition. Again we will have swim-offs for anybody interested in taking part. Please contact any member of the Community Games Committee for more information.

BLESSING OF GRAVES

The blessing of the graves in Glendalough will take place on Friday 9th May at 8pm and in Brockagh on Friday 16th May at 8pm.  There will be mass on both occasions in St. Kevin’s Church at 7pm.

ACTIVE RETIREMENT

Wicklow Active Retirement has invited Roundwood Active Retirement to a light lunch and entertainment in The Pastoral Centre in Wicklow on Wednesday the 21st May at 12pm.  Roundwood are providing a free bus down.  If you would like to travel down please let Betty 087 1239340 or Molly at 086 3291256 know ASAP.

FORESTRY MASS

A special mass to remember all deceased forestry staff will be celebrated in St. Kevin’s church, Glendalough on Saturday the 10th May at 12 noon.  Afterwards there will be light refreshments and chat in the Brockagh Centre.  All are welcome.

BINGO

Fun Bingo will take place on Thursday the 8th May in the Parish Hall from 8pm – 10pm.  Family members and friends are more than welcome to attend.  €5 per book and great raffle prizes.  Come along and enjoy

FERN ART

A 6 week course starting Thursday May 1st from 10 am – 12 noon.  Drawing and Painting. Beginners and Improvers.  Contact Janet on 086 3042030 for further information. 

TABLE QUIZ

The Roundwood and District Community Council are holding a fundraising table quiz in aid of the Roundwood-Spezet Twinning Programme on Friday 9th of May in Kavanagh’s Vartry House. The cost for a team of four will be €40 and the start time is 9pm. Your support would be much appreciated. If you would like more information on the Roundwood-Spezet Twinning initiative please email info@roundwood.ie  

HISTORICAL JOURNAL

This year, Roundwood Historical & Folklore Society will publish its 25th journal. We are looking for articles, however big or small, or suggestions for articles that might be included. Please contact Derek on 2818118 or derekneilson@eircom.net   

WARMER HOME SCHEME

Better Energy Warmer Homes scheme provides free energy efficiency works for home owners on a low income living in Roundwood and in other areas in Co. Wicklow. It’s easy to apply and services include attic insulation, draught-proofing, lagging jackets, CFL bulbs, cavity wall insulation and energy saving advice. To qualify for the scheme you must own and live in your own home in the Bray or Co. Wicklow area and you must also be in receipt of one of the following, Fuel Allowance or Family Income Supplement or Job Seekers Allowance for more than six months and have a child aged under seven years. To find out more, please contact Warmer Homes team on 01 2866080 at Bray Partnership.

KIDS ART & CRAFTS

New Art and Crafts classes for kids starting Thurs May 1st in Roundwood Parish Hall. Classes for ages 4 to 12. For information phone Almha Roche on 086 3897732 or check out www.facebook.com/weloveartroundwood

HOME PRODUCERS MARKET

Roundwood Home Producers Market has re-opened in Roundwood Parish Hall on Sundays from 12noon – 5p.m every Sunday. Come for your home baking, jams, crafts, vegetables, plants, etc. New members always welcome.

ANGEL HEALING

Angel Healing takes place every Monday night at 7.30 in the Parish Centre, Roundwood Village. It is non denominational. Come along to a night of spiritual connection, relaxation and meditation. For more information contact Mary 087 9819420

TABLE QUIZ

Roundwood AFC is hosting a table quiz on Friday 23rd may in the Coach House, Roundwood at 8.30pm.  All support welcome.  All proceeds will be used to carry out maintenance and repair works to our astro turf pitch.  Table of 4 €40.00.  Any bookings or queries please contact Shane @ 087 4171521

LOTTO RESULTS

There was no winner of last week’s jackpot. The numbers drawn were 6, 12, 16 & 22. There were nine match three winners, Mary Marah, Nancy Green, Kathleen Monahan Emma Sibley, Betty Cahill, Liz Byrne, No 890, O & K Fagan, S & J Hamilton. Next week’s jackpot will be €6,200.

ROUNDWOOD AFC

Roundwood AFC would like to wish our under 10 and under 13 teams the very best of luck for their cup finals. All support would be greatly appreciated Under 10s play in the cup final on Saturday 24th may, Woodlands Greystones at 1.30pmUnder 13s play in their cup final Sunday 25th may, Woodlands, Greystones at 12pm

WHIST

The next whist will be on Wednesday 30th April 2014.

PILATES

Anne Sexton Pilates – Class on Thursdays at 12 noon – Mobility and Posture for the Older Adult. Call in and have a chat with Anne and try it out! Also, Boxercise – new class on a Friday night at 8 pm. €10 for adult, €6 for students and unwaged.

SET DANCING

Set dancing in Kavanagh’s lounge every Thursday night with music this week by CDs and by Michael and Brian for the remainder of the month. Lessons before hand at 8.30 with session from 9pm until 11. Love if you could join us on the dance floor for a night of fun n lively banter.

MEDJUGORJE

Pilgrimage to Medjugorje October 15th for one week. Cost €619.00. Price includes Aer Lingus flights, insurance, half board accommodation in house opposite the Church and transfers to & from Medjugorje. For more information & booking contact Mary King on 087 2185067

GETAWAYS

There will be a trip to Suir Valley railway line between Waterford and Dungarvan and Garden Bord Bia., The Arboretum which has lovely plants and shrubs which will take place on Saturday 5th July at a cost of €65 per person. Tea, scones and evening meal and bus included in the price, leaving at 9a.m. All money to be paid to Susan at 0404 45276 before 1st May.  Leaving Roundwood parish centre at 8a.m. A three night trip to Iceland going on 23rd October. Total cost €599. Deposit of €200 to be paid before 1stJuly. All enquiries to 0404 45276

MONEYSTOWN DANCE

Tony Davitt will play in Moneystown Community Centre on Friday 9th May 9.30 till 12. Teas, door prizes, refreshments also available. Come along and enjoy a night of waltzing, jive etc.

45 CARD DRIVE

45 card game every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at 8.45pm. Teas served. All welcome.

KILMACANOGUE HISTORY SOCIETY

‘Do the Irish Speak English?’ with Terry Dolan on Tuesday 6th May in the Glenview Hotel.  Entry €3 (€2 for members) – all welcome

 

 

Roundwood Notes ~ 22nd of April 2014

WARMER HOME SCHEME

Better Energy Warmer Homes scheme provides free energy efficiency works for home owners on a low income living in Roundwood and in other areas in Co. Wicklow. It’s easy to apply and services include attic insulation, draught-proofing, lagging jackets, CFL bulbs, cavity wall insulation and energy saving advice. To qualify for the scheme you must own and live in your own home in the Bray or Co. Wicklow area and you must also be in receipt of one of the following, Fuel Allowance or Family Income Supplement or Job Seekers Allowance for more than six months and have a child aged under seven years. To find out more, please contact the Warmer Homes team on 01 2866080 at Bray Partnership.

SYMPATHY

Roundwood Ploughing Society would like to extend their sincere sympathy to the Power Family on the recent death of Robert Power. Robert was an active and valued member of the society for many years and will be greatly missed.  May he rest in peace.

BLESSING OF GRAVES

The blessing of the graves in Glendalough will take place on Friday 9th May at 8pm and in Brockagh on Friday 16th May at 8pm.  There will be mass on both occasions in St. Kevin’s Church before the blessings at 7pm.

LUNCH CLUB

A reminder that the Active Retirement Lunch club will take place on Friday 25thApril in Lynham’s, Laragh at 1.30pm.

FERN ART

A 6 week course starting Thursday May 1st from 10 am – 12 noon.  Drawing and Painting. Beginners and Improvers.  Contact Janet on 086 3042030 for further information. 

APRIL SPRING CLEAN

The Roundwood Tidy Towns group are organising a Spring Clean Evening on Thursday 24th of April at 7:30pm meeting at the Old School.

KIDS ART & CRAFTS

New Art and Crafts classes for kids starting Thurs May 1st in Roundwood Parish Hall. Classes for ages 4 to 12. For information phone Almha Roche on 086 3897732 or check out www.facebook.com/weloveartroundwood

HOME PRODUCERS MARKET

Roundwood Home Producers Market has re-opened in Roundwood Parish Hall on Sundays from 12noon – 5p.m every Sunday. Come for your home baking, jams, crafts, vegetables, plants, etc. New members always welcome.

ANGEL HEALING

Angel Healing takes place every Monday night at 7.30 in the Parish Centre, RoundwoodVillage. It is non denominational. Come along to a night of spiritual connection, relaxation and meditation. For more information contact Mary 087 9819420

PINHOLE CAMERA ANNIVERSARY & WORKSHOP

Calary Parish is launching a celebration of the anniversary of the Pinhole Camera, which was invented by William Henry Fox Talbot in 1834. On International Pinhole Camera Day, which is Sunday 27 April, everyone is invited to Calary Church at 11 am to celebrate this event and also to take part in a Pinhole Camera workshop to encourage people to get involved in making their own pinhole camera and taking stunning photogenic drawing process images of their own. These will be exhibited, along with other photographic paraphernalia, during Heritage Week (23 to 31 August) in Calary Church

COMMUNITY GAMES

Track and Field: Calling all children between the ages of five and seventeen who are interested in representing the Roundwood, Moneystown, Laragh area in the Co, finals of track and field is asked to please come to Áras an Tochar on Wednesday May 7th at 5.45 for our local run-offs. There are many different events for all ages from running to jumping to ball throw and javelin. You do not need to be a member of an athletic club to take part. If you are interested please contact Ann Marah or Elizabeth Belton.  Swimming:  We also hope to enter in the Co finals of the swimming competition. Again we will have swim-offs for anybody interested in taking part. Please contact any member of the Community Games Committee for more information.

LOTTO RESULTS

There was no winner of last week’s jackpot. The numbers drawn were 8, 13, 17 & 30. There were three match three winners, Tanya Cahill, Tony Pierce & A Kenny. Next week’s jackpot will be €5,900.

BADMINTON

Morning Badminton continues every Tuesday from 9.30 until 11am for anyone who would like to join us. Beginners are always welcome as are improvers and those who just want to play! Congratulations to all those who took part in the Wicklow championships, the finals of which were held last Sat night in Roundwood and the triumphant morning players were Marion, Gill, Mary, Paddy and Ger. Hard to believe 2 years ago some of these had never stood on a badminton court let alone reach a final so well done to all of you

WHIST

The results of the whist are as follows: Top Score: Monica Brady, Top Lady: Mary Pierce, Top Gent: Ann Gaffney, Second Lady: Mary Cullen, Second Gent: Lucy Molloy, First Half: Mollie Maureen Gaffney, Second Half: Ann Pierce, Lowest Score: Maura McHugh, Longest Sitting: Ann Wolohan. Raffle Prizes, Ann Wolohan, Ann Gaffney, Pat Fisher & Maura McHugh. The next whist will be on Wednesday 30thth April 2014.

PILATES

Anne Sexton PilatesClass on Thursdays at 12 noon – Mobility and Posture for the Older Adult. Call in and have a chat with Anne and try it out! Also, Boxercise – new class on a Friday night at 8 pm. €10 for adult, €6 for students and unwaged.

SET DANCING

Set dancing in Kavanagh’s lounge every Thursday night with music this week by CDs and by Michael and Brian for the remainder of the month. Lessons before hand at 8.30 with session from 9pm until 11. Love if you could join us on the dance floor for a night of fun and lively banter.

MEDJUGORJE

Pilgrimage to Medjugorje October 15th for one week. Cost €619.00. Price includes Aer Lingus flights, insurance, half Board accommodation in house opposite the Church and transfers to & from Medjugorje. For more information & booking contact Mary King on 087 2185067

KNOCK

S.M.A. pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Saturday 24th May leaving Laragh at 7a.m, Roundwood at 7.30a.m. Bus, breakfast and dinner €50 per person. Full money to be paid before 1st May, 2014 to Susan at 0404 45276.

GETAWAYS

There will be two day trips, a tour of Semple Stadium and Holy cross Abbey on 3rdMay leaving Roundwood at 8a.m. at a cost of €65 per person and a trip to Suir Valley railway line between Waterford and Dungarvan and Garden Bord Bia., The Arboretum which has lovely plants and shrubs which will take place on Saturday 5th July at a cost of €65 per person. Tea, scones and evening meal and bus included in the price, leaving at 9a.m. All money to be paid to Susan at 0404 45276 before 1st ~May.  Leaving Roundwood parish centre at 8a.m a three night trip to Iceland going on 23rdOctober. Total cost €599. Deposit of €200 to be paid before 1stJuly. All enquiries to 0404 45276

MONEYSTOWN DANCE

Tony Davitt will play in Moneystown Community Centre on Friday 9th May 9.30 till 12. Teas, door prizes, refreshments also available. Come along and enjoy a night of waltzing, jive etc.

45 CARD DRIVE

45 card game every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at 8.45pm. Teas served. All welcome.

 KILMACANOGUE   HISTORY   SOCIETY

Do the Irish Speak English?  With Terry Dolan on Tuesday 6th May in the Glenview Hotel.  Entry €3 (€2 for members) – all welcome

Roundwood Notes ~ 14th of April 2014

LUNCH CLUB

A reminder that the Active Retirement Lunch club will take place on Friday 25thApril in Lynhams, Laragh at 1.30pm.

MUSIC NIGHT

There will be a music night in Áras an Tochar Community Centre on Easter Sunday night starting at 8.30pm. Come along and enjoy the night

FERN ART

A 6 week course starting Thursday May 1st from 10 am – 12 noon.  Drawing and Painting. Beginners and Improvers.  Contact Janet on 086 3042030 for further information. 

KIDS ART & CRAFTS       

New Art and Crafts classes for kids starting Thurs May 1st in Roundwood Parish Hall. Classes for ages 4 to 12. For information phone Almha Roche on 086 3897732 or check out www.facebook.com/weloveartroundwood

HOME PRODUCERS MARKET

Roundwood Home Producers Market has re-opened in Roundwood Parish Hall on Sundays from 12noon – 5p.m every Sunday. Come for your home baking, jams, crafts, vegetables, plants, etc. New members always welcome.

ANGEL HEALING

Angel Healing takes place every Monday night at 7.30 in the Parish Centre, Roundwood Village. It is non denominational. Come along to a night of spiritual connection, relaxation and meditation. For more information contact Mary 087 9819420

LOTTO RESULTS

There was no winner of last week’s jackpot. The numbers drawn were 8, 17, 20 & 23. There were five match three winners, Clancys, M, A, D, & J., Bride/Christine, A. Kennedy & Debs Burke. Next week’s jackpot will be €5,600.

BADMINTON

Morning Badminton continues every Tuesday from 9.30 until 11am for anyone who would like to join us. Beginners are always welcome as are improvers and those who just want to play! Congratulations to all those who took part in the Wicklow championships, the finals of which were held last Sat night in Roundwood and the triumphant morning players were Marion, Gill, Mary, Paddy and Ger. Hard to believe 2 years ago some of these had never stood on a badminton court let alone reach a final so well done to all of you

BADMINTON

Congratulations to our Three Juvenile Teams who recently won the Dublin League in Under 17, Under 15 and Under 13.  A brilliant result for our youngsters whom had very tough opposition to get to this final.  Team members were U17, Martin Gaffney, Tiernan Kavanagh, Sean O’Toole, Eva Plummer, Emma Binions and Caoimhe Cronin.  U15 Girls team were Laoise Cullen, Georgina Cowman, Rudel Kinsella with subs Rebecca Molloy, Liadh Cronin and Sinead Brady whilst the U13 mixed team included Kyle Graham, Niall Gaffney, Oisin Cullen, Rebecca Molloy, Liadh Cronin, Aisling McLoughlin with subs Ruth Ireland and Sinead Brady.  Well done to each and every one of them for this marvellous victory and to their dedicated managers David Binions, Theresa Cowman and Rosie Graham. 

DIAMOND BRIDGE CLUB

Molly Byrne and Rachel Judd played their cards right for North/South on Monday 7th April 2nd Phil Power and Gertie Fee 3rd Mary Pierce and Kay Plunkett, East West victors were Marian Davis and Teresa Leahy, 2nd Bridie Nolan and Brid Clancy and 3rd Clare Sally and Pamela Byrne.  Triona and all the club members wish to extend their deepest sympathy to Gaye on the sudden passing of her brother Brian Pimley may he Rest in Peace

002 BRIDGE CLUB

Friday 11th April saw Margaret Bolger and Noeleen Redmond continue their winning streak for North/South 2nd Jim McNamara and Nancy O Brien and Rachel Judd and Molly Byrne were 3rd, Kay Plunkett and Mary Murphy were the victors for East/West 2nd Rowena Brady and Mary Pierce and 3rd Ger Lenihan and Paddy O Brien.  Sincere condolences to Gaye on the sudden passing of her brother Brian Pimley during the week may he Rest in Peace.  All members please note there will be bridge on Friday 18th April.

WHIST

Results from April 2nd 2014. Top Score: Tom McHugh, Top Lady: Mary Murphy, Top Gent: Paddy O Brien, Second Lady: May Kenna, Second Gent: Tiney Shortt, First Half: Mollie Byrne, Second Half: Anna Pierce & Martin Byrne, Lowest Score: Pat Fisher, Longest Sitting: Paddy Halligan. Raffle Prizes, Richie Cullen, Maura McHugh, Mary Pierce, Ann Pierce & Paddy Halligan. The next whist will be on Wednesday 16th April 2014.

PILATES

Anne Sexton Pilates – Class on Thursdays at 12 noon – Mobility and Posture for the Older Adult. Call in and have a chat with Anne and try it out! Also, Boxercise – new class on a Friday night at 8 pm. €10 for adult, €6 for students and unwaged.

SET DANCING

Set dancing in Kavanagh’s lounge every Thursday night with music this week by CDs and by Michael and Brian for the remainder of the month. Lessons before hand at 8.30 with session from 9pm until 11. Love if you could join us on the dance floor for a night of fun and lively banter.

HUMPTY DUMPTY PLAY GROUP

The Cuidiu Humpty Dumpty Playgroup meets every Wednesday from 10 – 11.30 am in the Parish Hall. All pre-school children are welcome. Bring along your Parent or Minder & they can have tea and a chat while you play!

MEDJUGORJE

Pilgrimage to Medjugorje October 15th for one week. Cost €619.00. Price includes Aer Lingus flights, insurance and half board accommodation in house opposite the Church and transfers to & from Medjugorje. For more information & booking contact Mary King on 087 2185067

KNOCK

S.M.A. pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Saturday 24th May leaving Laragh at 7a.m, Roundwood at 7.30a.m. Bus, breakfast and dinner €50 per person. All money to be paid before 1st May, 2014. All enquiries to 0404 45276.

GETAWAYS

There will be two day trips, a tour of Semple Stadium and Holy cross Abbey on 3rdMay leaving Roundwood at 8a.m. at a cost of €65 per person and a trip to Suir Valley railway line between Waterford and Dungarvan and Garden Bord Bia., The Arboretum which has lovely plants and shrubs which will take place on Saturday 5th July at a cost of €65 per person. Tea, scones and evening meal and bus included in the price, leaving at 9a.m. Contact 0404 45276before 1st April. A three night trip to Iceland going on 23rdOctober. Total cost €599. Deposit of €200 to be paid before 1stJuly. All enquiries to 0404 45276

MONEYSTOWN DANCE

Tony Davitt will play in Moneystown Community Centre on Friday 9th May 9.30 till 12. Teas, door prizes, refreshments also available. Come along and enjoy a night of waltzing, jive etc.

MUSIC & SONGS OF CO WICKLOW

Roundwood Historical Societies April event “Farewell to Delgany, likes wise the Glen” the Music & Songs of County Wicklow from The Traditional Music Archive, presented by Grace Toland, takes place at 8pm on Monday 28th April in Calary Church. Grace Toland is Librarian of the Irish Traditional Music Archive in Dublin and is a traditional singer. She plans the annual Inishowen Singing Weekend and was the driving force behind the Inishowen Song Project. There will also be musical contributions from well known local traditional musicians on the night. Admission is €5 and Booking is Essential. To book a seat please Contact 01-2818146/01-2818118

45 CARD DRIVE

45 card game every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at 8.45pm. Teas served. All welcome.