AROUND THE DISTRICTS
Avoca BINGO
Bingo is played every Wednesday night in Avoca Community Hall at 8.30 p.m., run by the New Avoca Hall Committee. Great jackpot prizes. The Blue jackpot bingo will be €425 and the Green jackpot bingo will be €2,175 on Wednesday, October 23. Make sure you all come along for a great night out. Hope to see you there.
Winning numbers on October 16 were 10, 15, 18 and 20. No jackpot winner. Three matchthree winners: Murt Meyler, Alice Fleming and Andy Keogh, who each receive €35. Seller’s prize: Andy Doyle. The next draw takes place on October 23 when the jackpot will be €3,000.
ST PAT’S 50/50 DRAW
Winners for October 14: First – €80: John Humphries, Woodview Park; second – €50: Ben Tuke Jr, Conary; third – €30: Frances Kelly c/o Finns. Seller’s prize: Gerry Harper. Next draw in Finns.
WICKLOW VINTAGE CLUB STATIC SHOW
Wicklow Vintage Club are holding a fundraiser in aid of Conary Community First Responders on Bank Holiday Monday, October 28, at Woolmington’s Farm, Rockstown, Rathdrum A67 XV10, starting at midday vintage cars, tractors etc. are welcome. There will be a Rebuild of Fergusen T.20 tractor Also a cake sale, tea and coffee, live music, a raffle and a fun CPR Demo. All are very welcome. Contact Sammy at 087 2535361.
Aughrim YOGA WITH YVONNE
Yoga classes with Yvonne continue in Aughrim community sports complex every Monday morning at 9.30-10.45 and Wednesday evenings at 8 p.m. to 9.15 p.m. A New six-week course commences for Wednesday night class on November 4 €60 for six-week course or €13 drop in rate.
A new Meditation and yoga class for 10- to 14-year-olds commences on Wednesday, November 6, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. €40 for five weeks. Text/call 087 6778733 to book or for more details. Follow on Facebook or Instagram yvonnedoyleyoga.
TABLE QUIZ
Aughrim ICA are running a table quiz in O’Toole’s Pub on Friday night, November 8, The quiz will start at 9.30 and should be a fun evening.
BLESSING AND UNVEILING OF CROSS.
The blessing and unveiling of the Cross to commemorate the Year of the family and the visit of Pope Francis to Ireland took place in brilliant sunshine on Jim’s Way on last Sunday.
The interdenominational ceremony was conducted by Fr Dermot Byrne, Fr David Fleming and Lay Parish Reader Janet Kirwan before a large crowd from the whole community. Chair. of the Cross Committee Kit Keogh outlined the background to the project and thanked the landowners and all the community for their support in order to make this undertaking a great success.
The ladies on the committee Mona Dillon, Kay Leeson and Teresa Byrne cut the ceremonial ribbon on the day and all adjourned to the Sports Complex for tea and cakes. A big thank you to all who helped out with cakes, buns and sandwiches on the day.
GAA NEWS
Our under-17 Derry Gaels football team played St Pat’s in the minor football B championship last Sunday in the County Grounds. Despite putting up a strong performance they lost out by four points. in the end to a St Pat’s.
It’s all systems go for our Race Nite which takes place in Paddy’s Bar on Saturday, November 2, race cards and horses are available from all committee members. Please come along and support this annual fundraiser for the club.
TAI CHI/QI GONG CLASSES
Learn gentle flowing healing movements that relieve stress, improve flexibility and mobility. Tai Chi and Qi Gong Classes are commencing on Wednesday evening, September 4, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Aughrim Sports and Leisure Complex. The cost is €80 for a block of eight classes. Beginners Welcome.
For enquiries or to book a place call Ann Martin 087 6081219. Email solarsoundhealingwicklow@gmail.com. Ann is a registered instructor with the Jade Sun School of Tai Chi and Qi Gong. She is also a registered practitioner of Solar Sound Healing. See jadesunschool.com.
ACTIVE RETIREMENT
Line Dancing is on every Fridays from 11-midday in the local Parish Hall. It is a very enjoyable way to pass an hour. Oklahoma is on the NCH on Saturday, November 16, The cost will be approximately €50 for ticket and bus. Any suggestion to make Active Retirement more active in the community would be appreciated. Monday morning walks continue at 10.30 a.m., with coffee and a chat afterwards.
LOTTO
The numbers 14, 18, 22 and 23 were drawn in this week’s Aughrim Sports club lotto October 14 the jackpot was not won. There was one match three Elsie and Garry, Main Street. The jackpot was not won. The jackpot is €2,400. The weekly lotto supports Aughrim camogie club, Aughrim GAA club, Aughrim Rangers Soccer club and Aughrim sports complex. People, who support the weekly lotto are lending support to the local sports clubs who are very much part of the community.
TOWN AND COUNTRY MARKET
A warm welcome to all at Aughrim Town and Country Market, Rednagh Road, every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy the buzz in the Pavilion Cafe as you catch up with friends over coffee and treats. Delicious brunches and light lunches are also on offer. Fresh local produce available, including organic fruit and vegetables, locally produced meat, eggs, preserves and fresh home baked bread and cakes. You may even find that special gift from our craft stalls. Please contact Caroline at 086 0865838 for further information.
NOTES DEADLINE
Items to be included in the Aughrim notes should be emailed to aughrimnotes@eircom.net before 8 p.m. on Sundays. Do not send attachments.
Coolgreany-Johnstown TRACTOR/CAR/ TRUCK ROAD RUN
The Local Road Run in conjunction with the Gap Club has been organised for Sunday, October 27, starting with registration at 10.30 a.m., in Coolgreany and moving off at midday, The run will travel towards Arklow, Aughrim, The Tocher, and back by Wicklow Gap, and concluding at the Coolgreany Inn for refreshments and a big raffle. The entry fee is €20 Per Vehicle, with the proceeds going towards the Jimmy Kinsella (Wicklow Gap) Fund. The Organising Committee are appealing for massive support for this very worthy cause.
COOLGREANY DRAMA
Back by popular demand. A hilarious night’s comedy for only €7. Coolgreany Drama are reprising their hilarious one-act play – A Beginner’s Guide to Madness – at St Mogue’s Hall, Inch on Tuesday, October 22, and Thursday 24 at 8 p.m.
This play was a huge hit with audiences when it was presented last month in St Mogue’s, so this is a final opportunity to see it before it starts on the One Act all-Ireland circuit at the end of October. Written by Barry McKinley and directed by Sally Stevens, this is a fast-paced absurd comedy centring on a stressedout New Yorker, Josephine, and her struggles with her husband, her therapist, some other weird characters and, believe or not, a walrus in her apartment building.
Can she live happily every after? These and other questions will be answered on the night. The cast is – Eadaoin Ni Lionain; Norah Finn; Eamonn O’Sheil; Niall Hunter; Ned Dempsey; Nicola Conroy, Denise Moules and Richard Lister.
Tickets are €7, including refreshments, and are available at the door or phone 086 8907118.
ARKLOW GOLDEN CIRCLE
A day trip to IKEA has been arranged for Wednesday, October 23, at a cost of €15 bus departs KFC side of Tesco carpark at 9.30 a.m.
A shopping trip to Belfast takes place on Saturday, November 23, at a cost of €20, Departing KFC side of Tesco Carpark at 7.30 a.m. and leaving Belfast at around 5.30 p.m. for the return. Contact Gertie at 083 4042746 to book for any of the events.
RATHPIERCE COMMUNITY GROUP
Rathpierce Community Group will hold a progressive 45 Card
Drive in the Woodenbridge Hotel on Sunday, November 3, at 7.30 p.m. Big Raffle on the night, don’t forget to bring your partner.
LOCAL NOTES
All contributors to the Coolgreany notes, please be aware that all notes must be with me by 8 p.m. on Thursday evening at the very latest for publication in the newspapers the following week. Phone 087 4605166.
Glenealy CARD DRIVE
Whist partner card drive Card drive will be on in Glenealy Village Hall this Thursday night, October 24. 45 card drive will be on the following Thursday night, October 31 – both nights at 8.30 p.m. New players are always welcome.
TEA DANCE
The next Tea Dance will be held in Glenealy village hall on Sunday, October 27, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Music by the Wicklow man, great afternoon of music and dancing.
AUCTION
The next auction will be in Glenealy Village Hall on Sunday, November 3, at 2 p.m. Anyone, who wants to donate items can bring them to Glenealy Village hall, please contact us at 0404 44040 to organise times for drop offs.
CHRISTMAS FAIR
The Christmas Fair is on in Glenealy Village Hall on Sunday, December 1, at midday to 4 p.m. We still have a few spaces left for stall holders if interested contact Mary at 0404 44040, Spaces are limited.
TEXT ALERT SERVICE
You can sign up to the Glenealy Text alerts on Wednesday, October 23, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Glenealy Community Hall meeting room one. Cost will be €20 per phone number. We also hope to drop forms into homes over the next couple of weeks.
INDOOR BOWLS
Indoor bowls is played in Glenealy Village Hall every Wednesday night from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Just drop in any Wednesday night if you would like to start playing in door bowls. For more information contact 0404 44040.
RACE NIGHT
Glenealy camogie club are hosting a fundraising race night sponsored by O’Hanlon Herbs on Saturday, November 2, in the Bel – Air hotel at 8.30 p.m. and would appreciate your support.
It promises to be a great night with lots of spot prizes and prizes for best dressed lady and best dressed gent on the night.
Owners, Jockeys and Trainers can be purchased for €10 each from any of our committee members.
FOROIGE YOUTH CLUB
Glenealy Foróige Youth club is back in Glenealy Village Hall every Friday night from 8 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. for youths aged from 12 years to 18 years. For more information contact the club phone number at 087 0973519.
GYMBOREE
Gymboree Play and music classes are on every Tuesday morning at 11 a.m. in Glenealy village hall. Suitable for babies, toddlers and Pre-Schoolers from six months – four years. Teach your child a love of music through songs, dance, movement fun and musical instruments, exploring various different music styles. Booking is essential as places are limited.
Contact Rachel at 086 830212 for more information and to book your place.
PILATES CLASSES
Pilates classes are running in Glenealy Village Hall on Tuesday evenings from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Beginners/improvers and all ages welcome. seven weeks for €70 or drop-in-rate €12. Pilates strengthens core muscles, improves muscle control, flexibility, co-ordination, strength and tone, as well as alignment and breathing. To book your place contact Zara Elkinson at 087 9367474. For more info and to keep up to date like on Facebook at pilates with Zara.
TODDLERS HAVEN PLAYGROUP
Registration is on going for 2019,2020. New ECCE start date is two years and eight months, morning and afternoon sessions available, contact Sheena at 086 4066308 for more information.
ASTRO TURF
Our state-of-the-art astroturf pitch is available. We are taking bookings for morning, afternoon or evening times at very competitive rates. Please contact us at 0404 44040 for more information.
VILLAGE HALL
Glenealy village hall is now available for corporate and social events, meetings, parties, workshops etc. with great facilities and keen rates. Mornings, afternoons and evening times are now available. For more information contact us at 0404 44040 or email us at glenealyvillagehall@eircom.net.