Roundwood
BOOK LAUNCH
A new local history book has just been published entitled ‘Aghowle – Where the Divil Ate the Tinker’ by local woman Margaret Connolly.
This book tells the history of the townland of Aghowle which lies about four miles from Ashford on the slopes of Carrick Mountain, and is where Margaret grew up during the 1960s and 1970s. The book records the story of the close – knit farming community that lived in the townland for centuries right up till the early 1970s.
Margaret is launching her book on tonight Wednesday, January 17, in Chester Beatty’s Ashford at 8 p.m. and all are welcome. There will be readings from the book at the launch.
The book is currently available from Ann Duffy’s Florist shop in Newtownmountkennedy, Bridge Street Books in Wicklow town, McCoy’s shop in Laragh, and Avondale Sports shop Main Street Rathdrum and the Green Room Florists in Roundwood.
Margaret can be contacted at 087 2392313 or at applefield_ info@yahoo.com.
LOTTO RESULTS
Congratulations to Leo and Lilly Kavanagh, who scooped the jackpot of €19,000 in last week’s draw. The numbers drawn were 2, 5, 20 and 28. There were seven match-three winners, Seaghan MacCorac, Tina Kavanagh, Cathy Farrar, Kieran Molloy, Marian Molloy, Brendan Conroy and Centra. Next week’s jackpot will be €10,000
YOGA CLASS
Yoga classes will resume in Roundwood Parish Centre on Thursday, January 25, 7.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Class will include: Asana – physical stretches for flexibility. Yoga Nidra – deep relaxation. Pranayama – breathing exercises leading to – Meditation – calming the mind. Cost: Euro10 per class with a commitment of Euro 50 due on first night. Contact Anne Marie at 086 8367578 or Louise on. 086 3872949.
ANNAMOE STORY TELLING
Come along to Annamoe Centre for a Valentine Story/Rambling House on Valentines night Wednesday, February 14, at eight o’clock.
MEDJUGORJE
A pilgrimage to Medjugorje leaves on October 10 for seven nights. Cost €669 which includes Flights (Aer Lingus) Insurance, Half Board in house beside church. Transfers to and from Medjugorje Local Guides throughout the week all English speaking headed up by Senior Guide Philip Ryan from Dublin. Philip is a very experienced Guide, who has spent many years in Medjugorje. Pilgrimage accompanied by Spiritual Directors Fr Pat Madden and Deacon Pat O’Connell. For more information/booking contact Mary King at 087 2185067.
LUNCH CLUB
A reminder that the Active Retirement Lunch club will take place on Friday, January 26, in the Roundwood Inn at 1.30. Membership fees are now due.
COMMUNITY GAMES
The Roundwood Community Games AGM will take place Monday, January 22, in Kavanagh’s Lounge at 9 p.m. We will be planning out this year’s activities so anyone with a particular area of interest or would like to give some time please come along to the meeting.
Our annual fundraising bag pack which took place on Friday and Saturday, December 15, and 16, in Dunnes Stores, Newtown was a great success with a grand total of €1,080 been raised.
A big thank you to all parents who gave up there time to help your support is much appreciated. Contact Séamus Doyle 086 8557962, Brenda Fox 086 8521507.
ART CLASSES
Roundwood and District Community Council with the support of the Community Education Service of Kildare and Wicklow Education and Training Board are running a 10-week art class in Roundwood Parish Hall starting Monday, January 22. There are a limited number of places available. Places must be booked in advance. If you are interested please call Fiona at 086 0499149 or 0404 64050. If necessary please leave a message referring to the art class in Roundwood.
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Roundwood Variety Group presents Beauty and the Beast on the Friday the 26th, Saturday and Sunday, January 27, and 28. Shows will be at 8 p.m. on the Friday and Saturday night with a 3 p.m. matinee on the Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are on sale for Beauty and the Beast and can be ordered from roundwoodvarietygroup.com. Book early to avoid disappointment. Limited tickets on the door.
HISTORICAL SOCIETY AGM
The AGM of the Roundwood and District Historical and Folklore Society will take place on Tuesday, February 27, at 20.00 in the Parish Hall, Roundwood. Any amendments or resolutions should be submitted to the Hon. Sec of the society – contact details below – no later than Tuesday, January 30, for consideration for inclusion at the AGM Please note that only paid-up members of the society, on the day of the AGM are eligible to vote at the AGM
COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT
Would you like a career in Early Education/Childcare? Are you over 21 years, long term unemployed and in receipt of benefit? Early Years Service has a vacancy for a trainee Early Educator as part of a Community Employment Scheme. On the job experience together with fully paid college course provided. This is a wonderful opportunity for the right candidate, who would achieve an accredited Early Childhood Care and Education qualification by end of contract. Further information from: 087 9837648.
DIAMOND BRIDGE CLUB
In the first competition for 2018 Molly Byrne, Rachel Judd, Brid Clancy and Monica Brady shared first/second for North/South, and third place went to Judy Skates and Rowena Brady. East West winners were Teresa Brady and Marion Davies second Bridie Nolan and Nancy O’Brien and third Paddy O’Brien and Rory Egan.
Top five places in final league of 2017 were Nancy OBrien, Paddy O’Brien, Maura Gaskin, Brid Clancy and Bridie Nolan respectively.
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Maria Magee and Rowena Brady got 2018 off to a good start by taking first place for North/ South joint second/third were Catherine McGillycuddy, Nancy O’Brien, Molly Byrne and Rachel Judd. Teresa Leahy and Marion Davis continued their winning streak by taking first place once again for East/West and joint second/third were Kitty Heslin and John Loscher and Bridie Nolan and Maura Gaskin.
Paddy O’Brien, June Digby, Liz Belton Ger Lenihan and Kitty Heslin were the top five in our final league of 2017.
ROUNDWOOD DANCE
Next Roundwood Parish Hall Dance is on Friday, January 19, from 9 p.m. till midnight. Refreshments on the night. Music by John Flood.
LOURDES PILGRIMAGE
There will be a pilgrimage to Lourdes from Roundwood in September 2018. Names and €200 deposit before January 15 to Susan at 087 6273032. A pilgrimage to Knock will be on Divine Mercy Sunday, April 8. More on both pilgrimages at a later date.
ROUNDWOOD MEN’S SHED
We have a lovely couch with matching armchairs in the Shed but they are taking up too much room. Talk to one of the Shedders or call 086 8650588 if you are interested.
One of our Shedders is working on a Facebook page for the Roundwood Men’s Shed. If you click in you may see some photographs which he has posted.
CEILI DANCING LESSONS
Adult ceili dancing classes are held every Wednesday night in the parish hall from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Learn to solo dance and also group dances under the tuition of Aoife, Cian and Eimear and have great fun learning.
MONEYSTOWN CENTRE
Moneystown Community Centre Cards will continue as usual on Tuesday nights at 8 p.m. while our Moneystown Dance will return on Friday, March 9, Tuesday morning badminton continues from 9.30 a.m. beginners always welcome. Some rackets are available.
WALKING CLUB
The Roundwood Whizzers Walking Group are back in action every Wednesday evening meeting at 7 p.m. at the Coach House car park. Everyone welcome to walk at your own pace for approximately one hour in and around Roundwood village.
WHIST RESULTS
Next whist will be on tonight Wednesday, January 17, in the Parish Centre.