NEWS ROUND-UP Badminton
GREYSTONES AND DISTRICT
Superdraw
Greystones Cancer Support is preparing for its 23rd annual super draw.
The draw takes place at Whale theatre at a gala charity benefit night on November 4, starring Rebecca storm.
Maclean Burke of Fair City fame will also be there.
The launch will take place at Tesco, Greystones on Thursday, September 28 at 10.30 a.m.
The top prize is a €1,000 SuperValu Greystones shopping spree.
There will also be trips away, golf, pieces of art, and much more.
Tickets will be on sale at Greystones Cancer Support, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 1 pm.
Also in shops and supermarkets in Greystones, Kilcoole and Newtownmountkennedy. Tickets are usually sold out and will not be available on the night of the draw.
GCS is looking for people to help sell tickets in the supermarkets. Call Susan Chestnutt or Anne Bateman on (01) 2871601.
Festival of history
The 29th La Touche Legacy / 4th Festival of History will this year takes place on Friday & Saturday September 29 & 30 in Greystones Golf Club with the theme ‘Creating a New State’.
The exhibition run in conjunction with weekend will be provided by the students and staff of St Brigid’s National School, George added ‘the Committees of the La Touche Legacy & GAHS were delighted that St Brigid’s were taking part in this year’s festival, and very much looked forward to their contribution.’
The exhibition and presentation will take place at the start of the Seminar on Friday, September 29 at 4 p.m. in the golf club.
Active Retirement
Greystones Active Retirement holds whist every Wednesday evening at 8 p.m. at Kilian House family centre.
Membership payments and bookings for all events takes place at Kilian House on Tuesdays from 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m.
Children’s storytime
The popular children’s storytime has moved to the slightly later time of 10.30 a.m. on Wednesday mornings at Greystones Library. The session is suitable for babies up to children aged six years.
All are welcome to come along for some super stories as well as the chance to meet other parents and carers. No booking is required.
Aircoach changes
A new Greystones route 702 Air Coach timetable came into effect on January 1.
Coach service from Dublin airport leaves terminal 1 at five minutes past the hour.
Coach service to Dublin Airport leaves Charlesland either on the hour or ten past the hour, depending on time of day.
For more information go to aircoach.ie.
Bray Greystones badminton club welcomes new players every Thursday night at eight o’clock in BIFE Novara Road Bray. Beginners and back to badminton players welcome.
Family badminton every Sunday from four till six Adults and children welcome. If interested please contact Mary on 0894132070
Newcastle Market
The regular Saturday morning market takes place at Newcastle Community Centre.
The market will be on from 10.30 a.m. to 12 midday with fresh vegetables and produce available.
Holy Rosary social
Holy Rosary parish social, hobby and craft afternoon will and take place on the first Sunday of each month. The event will take place at Kilian House Family Centre from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. each month. Refreshments are available at €1.50. The event is for people aged 18 and older. For more information go to greystonesparish.ie.
Dementia Friends
Greystones Dementia Friends is a local group for those caring for someone with dementia.
The group meets every Friday morning in the Burnaby Lounge at 11 a.m. The group would love to welcome anyone caring for those with dementia.
Men’s Shed
Greystones Men’s Shed is open at the first Wicklow Scout Hall on Church Road. All men – younger and older, working, retired, and unemployed, are welcome on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. For more information call Jim at 089 2540586 or email greystonesmensshed@gmail.com.
Yoga for kids
Yoga classes for children are available in Greystones.
For more information email deedeefortune@gmail.com.
Alternatively, phone either 01 9033538 or 086 1957500.
Bridge
Coolagad Bridge Club’s charity night in aid of Greystones Cancer Support will take place on Monday, September 25.
The event will take place at Greysotnes Bridge Centre, Victoria Road, at 7.30 p.m.
Admission is €10 to include a free raffle and excellent supper.
Tidy Towns junior
Greystones Tidy Towns is setting up a junior tidy towns committee.
The committee will be established this September with local secondary and primary schools.
They are looking for one or two people to help as school liaisons.
To find out more email mariettown@gmail.com.
Holy Rosary choir
Holy Rosary Choir is returning from holidays and needs new members.
The choir sings at 6 p.m. Mass in the Holy Rosary Church on the first and third Saturday of the month.
For more information call (085) 8801466.
Soup and sandwiches
Soup and sandwiches will be served at St Patrick’s Parish Centre on Tuesday, September 19, at 12.30 p.m.
The lunch will include wonderful home made food, good company, good cheer and a good welcome.
A suggested donation of €5 will go to charity.
Christmas fair
Great news, the St. David’s Christmas Fair is back for 2017. Situated on the seafront in Greystones it’s one of Wicklow’s biggest Christmas fairs. The fair will take place the weekend of November 25 and 16, 10am to 5pm. They are now seeking applicants for stalls so if you’d like to participate please email stdavidscraftfair@gmail.com for an application form. Cost for 1-day single stall €45/double €80. 2 day single stall €70/double €120.
Qigong
A six week course in qi gong and Taoist meditation will take place from September 18 to October 23.
The course will take place at Gorse Hill, Windgates, from 7.40 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Qi Gong is an ancient Chinese health practice that involves movement and breath.
It develops grounding and activates the vital energy routes of the body.
It can bring a sense of calm, self assurance and inner strength.
Taoist meditations are also part of the course.
The cost is €80 for six weeks or €15 for drop in. Email hello@universaltao.ie to book.
Phelim Drew
Phelim Drew presents ‘Down and Out in London and Parish’ at Whale Theatre on Thursday, September 21, at 7 pm.
Tickets are €18 or €15 concession. This is a homecoming performance by a renowned Greystones actor. This is one night that will make you appreciate your warm bed afterwards.
For tickets go to whaletheatre.ie.
Declan Sinott
Declan Sinnott will perform at the Hotspot on friday, September 22, accompanied by Vickie Keating.
The venue is above the Beach House at Greystones Harbour Marina.
Declan Sinnott is a founding member of Horslips and Moving Hearts.
He is a world renowned Irish guitarist, producer, songwriter and folk legend.
He has worked as guitarist and producer for Christy Moore for over 30 years. And he guided Mary Black for over 13 years.
Declan enjoys writing and has released his first solo album: I love the noise it makes.
Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets are €16. Call (087) 2917519 for tickets or more information.
Yoga classes in Newcastle
A new term in yoga and mindfulness classes has started in Newcastle Le Cheile. Back care yoga is on from 7.45 p.m. to 8.45 p.m., €130 for 10 weeks, and Thursday, September15, 10.30 a.m. to midday, €170 for 12 weeks. The classes include yoga postures, mindful breathing, relaxation and medication practices.The cost is €16 to drop in for a class.
For more information contact Angelika at 087 2176068.