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Roundwood & District News 12th February 2024

 

PLOUGHING SOCIETY 

 

Roundwood Ploughing Society are holding their annual Ploughing Match on Saturday the 24th of February at 12.00 noon at Boleynass Upper, Eircode A67 WP46.  Sincere thanks to Eugene Shortt for providing the site. Conventional, Vintage and Classic Tractors all catered for on stubble ground with Horse Classes only on lay ground.  Please note all competitors must register by Wednesday the 21st of February at 6pm with Brendan Power @ 087 2420204.  Spectators always welcome, there will be a Chip Van on site. Many thanks to all our sponsors for their continued support. 

 

 LOTTO 

 

Results of the draw held on Sunday February 11th. There was no jackpot winner, the numbers drawn were 2, 15, 26 & 30. There were four match three winners. Fiona Carroll, Caroline Campion, Patricia Brady and Patricia Byrne. Next jackpot will be €17,500.   

 

 MENS SHED  

 

Roundwood Men’s Shed: The Shed continues to meet every Tuesday in Knockraheen at Pat Carr’s place (A98 AH02) from 10 to 12 a.m. approximately. We care and listen and share over a cuppa or two. Occasionally we break into song and we have a few fine musicians and singers in our ranks. The experts tell us that music is good for the soul and the mental health of all.
We do some gentle exercises and recently we have been planting trees along the Vartry Trail.
We are planning to have an Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 27 February. We are also planning to pay a visit to Leinster House on Thursday 25 April for a conducted tour and we also plan to visit the National Ploughing Championships where we have been promised VIP treatment. New faces will be very welcome in the Shed. For further information feel free to call or text 086 8650588 at any time. 

 SOCIAL WHIST  

 Results of the whist held on Wednesday February 7th Top Score: Patricia Byrne. First Gent: Richie Cullen. Second Gent: Jimmy Molloy. First Lady: Catherine Doyle. Second Lady: Mary Pierce. First Half: Monica Brady. Second Half: May Kenna. Longest Sitting: Tiny Shortt. Lowest Score: Nan Wolohan. Raffle Prizes won by Mick Whelan, Tiny Shortt and May Kenna.  Next Whist Wednesday 21st February 8pm in the parish hall. 

 

 ACTIVE RETIREMENT 

 

Bingo: February 18th Annamoe community center 3pm. Taking bookings for the Autumn Holiday 30th September to 4th October 2024 Trip to Donegal. Details to follow. Mary Flanagan 087 6595381. 

 

 HUMMINGBIRD HAVEN HOLISTIC HEALING & WELLNESS

 New meditation classes starting Monday evening Roundwood Parish Hall.  February 5th & 19th Time: 7:30pm-8:30pm €12 per class. Booking essential. Welcoming new clients for 1:1 Reiki & Rahanni appointments. For more information on any of the events or to book please contact Sue 087 2750335

 KNOCK PILGRIMAGE 2024 

 Pilgrimage to knock will be on Saturday 27th April 2024. Bus leaving the square Rathdrum 7.30 am. Roundwood 8am breakfast and dinner in Tyrrells pass castle €80 per person all money to be paid before Easter 30th March. Contact Susan 0876273032. 

 45 CARD GAME 

 45 Card Game every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at 8 pm. Teas served. All are welcome. 

 

MOBILE LIBRARY   

 Wicklow County Council Mobile Library will be in Roundwood Village on Thursday 15th February 2024 from 10am until 11.15am and also from 2.10pm until 4.30pm. Come along and join the library. It’s a free service and is a fantastic way to pick up any book that suits your reading interests.    

     

 LOCAL NOTES     

     

If you have an item or news that you would like to include in the Roundwood Notes contact Margaret Bolger the email address is mgtbolger@gmail.com. Items for the notes must be emailed by Sunday night to be in time for the paper.     

Roundwood & District News 6th February 2024


LOTTO

Results of the draw held on Sunday February 4th. There was no jackpot winner the numbers drawn were 12, 19, 20 & 21. There were twelve match three winners.Connor, Andy Kavanagh, Fiona Timmons, Scott Quinn Diane McCoy, Maureen Dunne, Fiona McMahon, Noah Marah, Pat Doyle, Mary & Tina, Sylvia Byrne. and Sophie Archer. Next jackpot will be €17,200.   

SOCIAL WHIST 

Next Whist Wednesday 7th February 8pm in the parish hall.

ACTIVE RETIREMENT 

Bingo: February 18th Annamoe community center 3pm. Taking bookings for the Autumn Holiday 30th September to 4th October 2024 Trip to Donegal. Details to follow. Mary Flanagan 087 6595381.

LOURDES PILGRIMAGE 2024

Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place on 7th – 11th April 2024 at the 4 star Hotel Podaue. 4 nights stay with full board breakfast, lunch and dinner. Bus from Tabes airport in Lourdes. Pilgrimage guide and Spiritual direction. Travel insurance up to the age of 85 years. €745 per person single room €40 per night €160 deposit of €200 before 15th January 2024 all money paid in full before 1st March. for more details contact Susan 0876273032.

HUMMINGBIRD HAVEN HOLISTIC HEALING
& WELLNESS.
 

New meditation classes starting Monday evening Roundwood Parish Hall.  February 5th & 19th Time: 7:30pm-8:30pm €12 per class. Booking essential. Welcoming new clients for 1:1 Reiki & Rahanni appointments. For more information on any of the events or to book please contact Sue 087 2750335
 
KNOCK PILGRIMAGE 2024 

Pilgrimage to knock will be on Saturday 27th April 2024. Bus leaving the square Rathdrum 7.30 am. Roundwood 8am breakfast and dinner in Tyrrells pass castle €80 per person all money to be paid before Easter 30th March. Contact Susan 0876273032.

45 CARD GAME 

45 Card Game every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at 8 pm. Teas served. All are welcome. 

MENS SHED 

Roundwood Mens Shed: The shed is open on Tuesdays between 10 and 12 and is located at Pat Carr’s place in Knockraheen (A98AH02). Our agenda is wide and varied – a bit like ‘whatever you’re having yourself’. Mostly though, the shed is about listening and caring and sharing. Our meetings begin with some gentle exercises for those so inclined. But the tea and chat with cake and biscuits is an integral part of what we are all about.    

MOBILE LIBRARY  

 Wicklow County Council Mobile Library will be in Roundwood Village on Thursday15th February 2024 from 10am until 11.15am and also from 2.10pm until 4.30pm. Come along and join the library. It’s a free service and is a fantastic way to pick up any book that suits your reading interests.    

LOCAL NOTES    

If you have an item or news that you would like to include in the Roundwood Notes contact Margaret Bolger the email address is mgtbolger@gmail.com. Items for the notes must be emailed by Sunday night to be in time for the paper.    

Roundwood & District News 29th January 2024

LOTTO

Results of the draw held on Sunday January 28th. There was no jackpot winner the numbers drawn were 6, 20, 21 & 22. There were four match three winners. Mary Curran, Mary & Tina, Frank & Jessica and Trish Byrne. Next jackpot will be €16,900.   

ALADDIN PANTO

Roundwood Variety Group’s Production of Aladdin hits the stage in the BrockaghCentre, Laragh for 4 shows from Friday, the 2nd of February, to Sunday the 4th of February. With a cast of over 40 children and more, the tickets are selling fast on

Book now to avoid disappointment.

WALKING GROUP

Join in a weekly walk leaving at 6.30pm on Monday nights from An Tochar GAA Club from the 22nd of January. The walk is on the foootpaths around the village and takes about 1 hour. Bring a hi-vis and a torch if you have them. All welcome.

LOURDES PILGRIMAGE 2024 

Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place on 7th – 11th April 2024 at the 4 star Hotel Podaue. 4 nights stay with full board breakfast, lunch and dinner. Bus from Tabes airport in Lourdes. Pilgrimage guide and Spiritual direction. Travel insurance up to the age of 85 years. €745 per person single room €40 per night €160 deposit of €200 before 15th January 2024 all money paid in full before 1st March. for more details contact Susan 0876273032. 

KNOCK PILGRIMAGE 2024 

Pilgrimage to knock will be on Saturday 27th April 2024. Bus leaving the square Rathdrum 7.30 am. Roundwood 8am breakfast and dinner in Tyrrells pass castle €80 per person all money to be paid before Easter 30th March. Contact Susan 0876273032.

ACTIVE RETIREMENT

Bingo: February 18th Annamoe community center 3pm. Taking bookings for the Autumn Holiday 30th September to 4th October 2024 Trip to Donegal. Details to follow. Mary Flanagan 087 6595381. 

45 CARD GAME

45 Card Game every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at 8 pm. Teas served. All are welcome. 

HUMMINGBIRD HAVEN HOLISTIC HEALING
& WELLNESS.

New meditation classes starting Monday evening Roundwood Parish Hall.  February 5th & 19th Time: 7:30pm-8:30pm €12 per class. Booking essential. Welcoming new clients for 1:1 Reiki & Rahanni appointments. For more information on any of the events or to book please contact Sue 087 2750335

SOCIAL WHIST  

Results of the Whist held on January 24th. Top Score: Patricia Byrne. Top Gent: Richie Cullen. Second Gent: Jimmy Molloy. First Lady: Catherine Doyle. Second Lady: Mary Pierce. First Half: Monica Brady. Second Half: May Kenna. Longest Sitting: Tiny Shortt. Lowest Score: Nan Wolohan. Raffle won by: Mick Whelan, Tiny Shortt and May Kenna. Next Whist Wednesday 7th February 8pm in the parish hall.  

MENS SHED 

Roundwood Mens Shed: The shed is open on Tuesdays between 10 and 12 and is located at Pat Carr’s place in Knockraheen (A98AH02). Our agenda is wide and varied – a bit like ‘whatever you’re having yourself’. Mostly though, the shed is about listening and caring and sharing. Our meetings begin with some gentle exercises for those so inclined. But the tea and chat with cake and biscuits is an integral part of what we are all about.

MOBILE LIBRARY   

Wicklow County Council Mobile Library will be in Roundwood Village on Thursday 1stFebruary 2024 from 10am until 11.15am and also from 2.10pm until 4.30pm. Come along and join the library. It’s a free service and is a fantastic way to pick up any book that suits your reading interests.    

LOCAL NOTES    

 If you have an item or news that you would like to include in the Roundwood Notes contact Margaret Bolger the email address is mgtbolger@gmail.com. Items for the notes must be emailed by Sunday night to be in time for the paper.