Roundwood

HISTORICAL SOCIETY

The next talk in the Roundwood Historical Society’s 2018 Series will take place on Tuesday, March 13, at 20 p.m. in the Roundwood Parish Hall. The title of the talk is ‘The Famine Roads’ and will be given by author and historian Charles Egan.

Charles has a strong interest in the Great Irish Famine and is author of the the Killing Snows, The Exile Breed and Cold is the Dawn. Charles has used his ex- tensive knowledge of Mayo, the catastrophic effect of the Great Hunger in the West and family documents to back up his storytelling with a strong grasp of the statistics behind the trauma of the 1840s. Famine roads were built as a result of forced labour of the Irish peasantry who were made to work for food during the Great Famine. These roads remain as visible marks in the Irish countryside. He will also include comparisons between Mayo and the Famine in Wicklow.

We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, March 13, at 8 p.m. The entrance fee for members is €3 and for non-members is €5 payable at the door.

LOTTO RESULTS

There was no jackpot winner in last week’s draw. The numbers drawn were 4, 11, 16 and 30. There were nine match-three winners, Eleanor Little, Barry Byrne, M Byrne, Paudie Murphy, BL, Elaine and Sharon, John O’Donoghue, Claire Meaney and Donal. Next week’s jackpot will be €11,800.

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, a very experienced Guide, who has spent many years in Medjugorje. Pilgrimage accompanied by Spiritual Directors Fr Pat Madden and Deacon Pat O’Connell Early booking offer of €100.00 off price if booked and paid in full by December 8 For more information/booking contact Mary King at 087 2185067.

ANGEL HEALING

Deep Relaxation, Peace, Angelic Guidance and Hands on Energy Healing is what you will experience on Monday evenings in the Parish Hall Roundwood at 7.30. So make that decision to look after yourself, your well being and join us there. Looking forward to welcoming you. For more information contact Mary at 087 9819420.

LOURDES

There will be a pilgrimage to Lourdes from the 12th to September 17 for five nights full board at a four star hotel. The price will be €649 per person sharing. If you pay deposit of €100 before February 1 you get a €50 reduction and the price will be €599. More information in the church porch. Please contact Susan as soon as possible for booking forms at 087 6273032.

KNOCK

There will be a pilgrimage to Knock on Sunday, April 8, for Divine Mercy Sunday. Bus willleave Laragh 7.45 a.m. and Roundwood at 8 a.m. Price of €65 includes breakfast, dinner and bus. Please contact Susan at 087 6273032 to book a seat. Money in full before March 15.

ROUNDWOOD DANCE

Next Roundwood Parish Hall Dance is on Friday, March 23, from 9 p.m. till midnight. Refreshments on the night. Music by the Wicklow Man.