Roundwood Notes – 21st of July

ROUNDWOOD AFC

Roundwood AFC are holding their AGM on Wednesday 6th August 2014 @ 8pm in Roundwood Parish Hall. Any nominations for committee positions or correspondence must be with the club secretary no later than Wed 30th July 2014.

ROUNDWOOD & DISTRICT TEXT ALERT

Community volunteers are now delivering information and sign up forms to all houses in the Roundwood Garda District. Those volunteers will be calling back over the coming weeks to collect the forms and subscription monies. Many of the volunteers are distributing within their own areas and should be known to you. An official receipt will be given for all money collected.  If you have any concern regarding the person calling for money, please telephone 087 9040470 for verification.

MUSIC IN CALARY

The performers at the concert on Thursday 24 July at 8pm will be the Cassiopeia Wind Quintet. The ensemble is made up of Catríona Ryan (flute), Matthew Manning (oboe), Deirdre O’Leary (clarinet), John Hearne (bassoon) and Cormac ÓhAodáin (horn). We are delighted to welcome them to Calary and we are sure that it will be a wonderful evening of music.  Tickets are €15 or €12 for concessions and can be booked by emailing derekneilson@eircom.net

ROUNDWOOD PARISH HALL

The new purpose built Parish Hall in Roundwood is now available for all social events, meetings, parties, christenings, workshops, training courses. These great facilities are now available. For more information contact us on 087-9627527 or theroundwoodparishhall@gmail.com

BARN DANCE

Moneystown midsummer barn dance and BBQ fundraiser in Moneystown Community Centre on Saturday 26th July from 8pm.  Music by the Country Boys and the Roamin’ Cadillacs. Raffle on the night with lots of prizes.  Over 18’s only. Tickets cost  €15 and can be purchased by contacting  086 8378304 or from any committee member.  All proceeds go to Moneystown Community Centre.

BLESSING OF GRAVES

The blessing of the Graves in Roundwood Cemetery will take place on Sunday evening July 27th at 7pm

CHILDRENS FRENCH CLASSES

French classes will be starting in Roundwood Parish Hall in September.  Club Babar is a fun introduction to French for Junior and Senior Infants with fun packed classes designed to give your child a lively introduction to the French language through games, songs, stories and more.  The classes will be every Wednesday from 2.15pm to 2.45pm starting on 17th September.  Enrolment is now open but book early as spaces are limited.  For more information and to book your place contact Lisa at 087 9058656.  Facebook page bonjour Soleil French Classes or email BonjourSoleilFrenchClasses@gmail.com

LADIES GOLF

Djouce Ladies Captain’s Day was held on Tuesday July 15th. Lady Captain Deirdre Carroll provided a fantastic day for all players. Results: Winner Valerie Brennan (8) 68 net, Second Catherine Halligan (23) 70 net, Third Ann Clarke (24) 71 net, Fourth Margaret Bolger (17) 77 net, Fifth Breda Murdoch (32) 77 net, Best Gross Janet O’Toole 102. Nearest Pin Marion Kennedy, Longest Drive Margaret Schutte. 9 Hole Stableford First Bernadette Campion (34) 17pts, Second Teresa Mahon (36) 14pts.

LOTTO RESULTS

There was no winner of last week’s jackpot. The numbers drawn were 4,10,12 and 20 There were six match three winners, Kathleen Bradshaw, Andy McDonald, Pauline Heatley, Pa Curley, Donna Webster & K. Fitzpatrick.  Next week’s jackpot will be €9,800.

ADULT FRENCH CLASSES

In a café or in the comfort of your own home, adult conversation class.  Classes are purely conversational and aim at developing oral fluency and aural skills. The course is tailor-made and I choose topics, activities and resources which, I feel, will motivate participants to converse.  Do you travel to France regularly?  Do you need a little help to communicate over there? Do you have friends in the same situation ?  Get in touch with me and I would be delighted to set up a tailor-made class to suit your needs.  Native speaker with experience in teaching French.
 Currently undergoing accreditation by the Alliance Française..  Enrolment open, book early, limited spaces.  Contact : Lisa, 087-9058656 / Facebook : Bonjour Soleil French Classes BonjourSoleilFrenchClasses@gmail.com

WHIST

The next whist will be on Wednesday 23rd July in the Parish Centre.

HOME PRODUCERS MARKET

Roundwood Home Producers Market continues 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

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

45 CARD DRIVE

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

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