WHAT’S ON AROUND COUNTY WICKLOW
WEDNESDAY, JULY 11 FOSSETT’S CIRCUS
Fossett’s Circus will coems to Ballinglen, Tinahely on Wednesday, July 11, and Thursday 12.
Tickets cost €10 and are available by calling 087 7978518.
TABLE QUIZ
A table quiz will take place in the Harbour Bar in Bray on Wednesday, July 11, in aid of the film ‘Where we Fall’. The short film, written and directed by Byron Hayes, is a dark psychological drama exploring the impact grief and vengeance can have. Spot prizes on the night to include small featured roles in the film. Two Male and two Female.
Admission is €20 for a team of four.
THURSDAY, JULY 12
FESTIVAL OF RUNNING
The Wicklow Hospice Foundation Four-Day Festival of Running returns to Avondale Forest Park and, with a choice of five miles, 10 miles, 15 miles, 20 miles or a full marathon to run each day, there is something to suit all levels of runner. The marathon starts at 8 a.m. with all other distances at 9 a.m. Entry is €25 for one day, €40 for two days, €70 for three days and €90 for all four days (any distance). For details, visit wicklowhospice.ie.
FOSSETT’S CIRCUS
Fossett’s Circus comes to Ballinglen, Tinahely, on Wednesday, July 11, and Thursday, July 12. Tickets cost €10 from 087 7978518.
OUTDOOR MOVIES
Top Gun will be screened on the seafront in Bray at 10 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair. No alcohol or pets.
FRIDAY, JULY 13 FESTIVAL OF RUNNING
The Wicklow Hospice Foundation Four-Day Festival of Running returns to Avondale Forest Park and, with a choice of five miles, 10 miles, 15 miles, 20 miles or a full marathon to run each day, there is something to suit all levels of runner. The marathon starts at 8 a.m. with all other distances setting off at 9 a.m. Entry is €25 for one day, €40 for two days or €70 for three days (any distance). For registration details, visit wicklowhospice.ie.
BOBBY MESSETT MEMORIAL
Glencormac Utd, in conjunction with the Messett family, will host a match that sees Glencormac take on a Garden County team in an over-35s game in memory of the late Bobby Messett. Kick-off will be at 6.30 p.m. in Ryder’s Field, Kilmacanogue, and the game will be followed by music in Plucks at 9 p.m. and an auction and raffle at 10.30 p.m.
BRAY INTERNATIONAL CHORAL FESTIVAL.
This new festival, hosted by the Cheile Community Choir from Bray, will feature special guests Coro Sarzanae Concentus from Italy as well as the Wicklow Community Choir and the Avoca Valley Singers. The show starts at 8 p.m. in the Mermaid Arts Centre and tickets, costing €8, are available from the Mermaid.
APRÉS MATCH
The Aprés Match trio have been taking the Michael out of the great world of football commentary for 20 years now and pay a visit to Greystones’s Whale Theatre at 8 p.m. on this, the eve of the World Cup Final. Tickets €20 or €18 concession and are available from the Whale.
SATURDAY, JULY 14 FESTIVAL OF RUNNING
The Wicklow Hospice Foundation Four-Day Festival of Running returns to Avondale Forest Park and, with a choice of five miles, 10 miles, 15 miles, 20 miles or a full marathon to run each day, there is something to suit all levels of runner. The marathon starts at 8 a.m. with all other distances setting off at 9 a.m. Entry is €25 for one day or €40 for two days (any distance). For registration details, visit wicklowhospice.ie.
RUNLAVIN 5K AND 10K
This 5km and 10km run around the roads of Dunlavin is in aid of development and upkeep at the local GAA club. The runs begin at 10 a.m. from Dunlavin Green. Refreshments will be served in the clubhouse afterwards, where changing and showering facilities will be available. Entry is open now at popupraces.ie or from 8.30 a.m. on the day. Call 085 1274139 for more information.
BALLINATONE FÊTE
The annual Ballinatone fête takes place in the grounds of Ballinatone Church from 2.30 p.m. All the usual attractions will be on offer, including bric-à-brac stall, book stall, cake stall, plants and afternoon tea.
SUMMER FAMILY FUN DAY
The women’s group at Greystones Family Resource Centre will be hosting a fun day at Dr Ryan’s Community Centre, Kenmare Heights, from midday till 3 p.m. There will be lots of activities for young and old, including a bouncy castle, hook a duck, face painting, name that teddy, guess how many sweets and refreshments.
CHURCH FÊTE
The church fête will be held in the grounds of Ballinatone Church, between Ballinaclash and Greenane, on Saturday, July 14, at 2.30 p.m. It will include all the usual attractions such as afternoon tea, bric-à-brac, books, bottle stalls, plants and cakes.
BOB MARLEY TRIBUTE
Buffalo Soul reggae band is a six piece collective of musicians from all over the world based in Dublin. The band pays tribute to the legendary Bob Marley. They visit the Hot Spot Music Club in Greystones and tickets are €10 to €12.
THE WRITING LIFE: EOIN MCNAMEE
Since his first novel the Resurrection Man, Eoin McNamee has written a string of compelling novels that combine the dark fascinations of detective and spy novels with breathtaking prose and deep insights into the hidden undercurrents of contemporary society. From 8 p.m., Eoin will discuss with local writer Philip St John his eagerly awaited forthcoming novel the Vogue, and his back catalogue. Tickets cost €12 and are available from the Mermaid Arts Centre.
BRENDAN GRACE
Brendan Grace, one of Ireland’s favourite comedians, will bring his live show to the Grand Hotel. Just a limited number of tickets (costing €30) remain. Call the hotel at 0404 67337.
SUNDAY, JULY 15 FESTIVAL OF RUNNING
The Wicklow Hospice Foundation Four-Day Festival of Running returns to Avondale Forest Park and, with a choice of five miles, 10 miles, 15 miles, 20 miles or a full marathon to run each day, there is something to suit all levels of runner. The marathon starts at 8 a.m. with all other distances setting off at 9 a.m. Entry is €25 for one day (any distance). For registration details, visit wicklowhospice.ie.
SANDCASTLE BUILDING COMPETITION.
A family sandcastle building competition will take place at South Beach, Arklow. Come along and show off your sandcastle talents at this family event. Register at Árus Lorcáin.
MOTORCYCLE RUN
A 100km motorcycle run will begin at 12.30 p.m. at Coolmoney Camp in the scenic Glen of Imaal. The event is in aid of Davidstown Church Roof Restoration Fund and will be followed by a barbecue and refreshments. Cost of entry is €20 per person. For more information, call 087 9082781 or 087 2588097.
RIDE AGAINST SUICIDE
The Warg Riders Motorcycle Club will depart on its third Bikers Ride Against Suicide at 1 p.m. from the Bridgewater Shopping Centre in Arklow. Entry is €10 for a bike and rider and €5 for pillion.
ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND.
Take a trip down the rabbit hole with Chapterhouse Theatre Company’s outdoor theatre presentation of this classic tale of Alice’s trip to the magical world of Wonderland. Featuring beautiful Victorian costumes and set in the walled gardens at Powerscourt, this is an event for all the family. The show begins at 2.30 p.m. Tickets, which are non-refundable, are available from Powerscourt and cost €19 for adults, €16 for students, children and seniors or €56 for families (two adults and two children). Children under five go free.
PARTY IN THE PARK
Rathdangan Community Council is inviting people of all ages to come along to a party in the park from
3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Hillybilly Porter will be providing music while the playground, jungle bus and a few other surprises will keep younger guests entertained. Bring a picnic. This event will move to O’Toole Hall if the weather is bad.
CEMETERY MASS
The cemetery Mass at Tyneclash in Kiltegan will take place at 7.30 p.m.
MONDAY, JULY 16 MOVIES AT MERMAID
Mermaid Arts Centre presents Jeunne Femma at 8 p.m. Broke, with nothing but her cat to her name and doors closing in her face, Paula is back in Paris after a long absence. As she meets different people along the way, there is one thing she knows for sure: she’s determined to make a new start – and she’ll do it with style and panache. Admission is €8.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 18 MARATHON TALK
Wicklow Marathon Runners will be hosting its annual marathon evening in the Glenview Hotel from 7.30 p.m. Speakers will include Frank Greally, Brendan O’Shea, Gerry Curtis, Aisling Kirwan and Catherine from East Coast Physio while there will also be some tips from regular DCM pacers, hosted by Billy Porter and covering areas such as training, nutrition, care and pacing advice. Entry will be €2.
THURSDAY, JULY 19 SHELTON ABBEY GARDENS
Shelton Abbey Open Centre will open its gardens to the public from