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VARIETY CABARET
Come along to the Glendalough Hotel on Friday, November 10, at 9 p.m. for a Variety Cabaret in aid of Laragh village defibrillator. Enjoy a great night out featuring Johnny Stafford and guests. Tickets can be purchased from the Brockagh Resource Centre (0404 45600), Laragh or Denis Carter with admission only €5.
CHRISTMAS TEA DANCE
Join us at our pre-Christmas tea dance on Sunday, November 19, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Cover charge of only €5 with refreshments provided. All groups must book in advance with the Brockagh Centre by calling us at 0404 45600.
WILLOW COURSES
Contact Aoife Patterson 087 9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie to find out more about the following workshops or to purchase a Christmas voucher for 2018.
A Beginners Skib Workshop: This workshop is very enjoyable and covers some basic basket making techniques. Dates available are November 11, January 14 and 21.
Reindeer Sculpture Workshop: Participants will build their own reindeer from willow for their garden for Christmas. This Some previous experience in basket making would be beneficial. November 19.
Willow Christmas Tree Workshop: half day workshop. Participants will learn to apply basic weaving techniques to create a conical shaped willow free standing tree. December 2.
Beginners Sciathog Shopping Basket Workshop: Participants will learn to make a small shopping basket on a round or oval frame with a handle. A good beginner’s workshop. December 9.
COURSES FOR 2018 – Intermediate Round Shopping Basket Workshop: It is more intense than other workshops and it would require previous experience making baskets. February 3 Scarecrow Building Workshop: this workshop for those of you who are interested in decorating your garden come the Spring with a beautiful willow scarecrow March 24 and 25.
MAINTENANCE POSITION
The Brockagh Centre, Laragh has a vacancy for a temporary, part-time maintenance person. The applicant must be in receipt of specified social welfare benefit. For further information please phone Pauline at 0404 45600 or email brockaghresourcecentre@ gmail.com.
OLDER PERSON’S SEMINAR
The Co.Wicklow Older Person’s Council Seminar 2017, celebrating 10 years, takes place on on November 24 in the Glendalough Hotel, registration at 9.45 and 10.15, ending at 3 p.m. Registration for the seminar in advance, forms can be completed by individuals or groups. Forms to be returned to Richella Wood by November 10 either by post or by email to agefriendly@wicklowcoco.ie. Admission €5 and can be paid on the day. Babushka boxes will also be collected on the day.
TAE KWON-DO
Teens and adults will enjoy Taekwon-Do, a Korean art of self-defence. Benefits include improving confidence, respect, discipline, awareness, concentration, channeling aggression, balance, coordination, speed, reactions, fitness and health. Call Master Kenneth Wheatley at 087 2547347 for further information. Classes are on Tuesdays at 7.45 p.m. to 8.45 p.m. (seniors and teens). Children’s classes are on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. to 6.45 p.m. (4-7 years), 6.45 p.m. to 7.45 p.m. (8-12 years).
ADULT GUIDANCE
Adult Career Guidance Service is available at the Brockagh Centre. This careers/education service is free, friendly, confidential, supportive and available to all adults over 18 years of age. For more information or to book an appointment please contact Irene Hayden at 086 8061569.
ACTIVE RETIREMENT
AR next lunch is on November 7 in Glenmalure Lodge. A Christmas shopping trip to the Liffey Valley is planned for November 28. The Christmas party dinner is taking place at Kilashee Hotel in Kildare December 4. New members welcome why not come along on a Tuesday morning at 11 a.m. and check us out or call us at 0404 45600 to find out more.
CHRISTMAS FAIR
We are still taking bookings for this year’s Christmas Fair on Sunday, December 10. As a customer you will find unique presents and gifts at very good value. Bring along the family to see Santa arriving in a carriage at 1 p.m. If you would like to perform music or entertain in the festive spirit at the fair call Michelle at the Brockagh Centre at 0404 45600 or email us at laraghit@eircom. net to request a booking form.
HAPPY DAYS
Happy Days baby and toddler drop in group is on every Wednesday morning 10.30 a.m. to midday at the Brockagh Centre (break in July and Aug). Come for a social morning with crafts, Messy Play, music and activities such as teddy bears picnic, sing along song/storytime and of course light refreshments are provided. Contact Kerry 0404 45600 at the centre for more information.
FLOWER CLASSES
A series of flower classes are being planned for the autumn at the Brockagh Centre. The sessions can cover everything from basic methods to modern designs for a variety of occasions. The teaching team will facilitate the requirements of the partic-