Laragh Glendalough
CITIZEN’S INFORMATION
The Citizens Information Centre at the Brockagh Resource Centre is open for information relating to your rights and entitlements from 10 a.m. till midday on the first and third Tuesday of each month. No appointment is necessary for this free and confidential service.
FITNESS DANCE
Keep fit throughout the summer months with Adam. Just pop in on Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. in the Brockagh Centre, Laragh to dance your socks off with cardio exercise dancing. You do not need to be a good dancer or very fit, dance at your own pace and enjoy the music. You can contact Adam at 083 3057949 for information.
MORNING YOGA
Louise’s yoga class will be held every Thursday from 10 to 11.15 a.m. This is a gently paced class where students learn how to align, open and strengthen the body gradually while stabilising the platforms of the feet and ankles, hips and pelvis and shoulder girdle. To find out more, call Louise at 087 6032202 (booking is essential).
CHAIR YOGA
Our very popular Chair Yoga class will take place on Thursdays from 11.30 a.m. to 12.45 p.m. Chair Yoga is suitable for almost everyone and helps students find balance and calm in everyday life. The class takes students through centering and breathwork, followed by postures that let the joints move through their range of movement while seated or through use of the chair while standing. Call Louise at 087 6032202. (booking is essential).
WALKING GROUP
Join the Mondy morning walkers at 10 a.m. at the Brockagh Resource Centre for a walk around Glendalough area for approximately one hour. In association with Get Ireland Walking, Wicklow Local Sports Partnership and Brockagh Resource Centre. All ages and abilities are welcome. If you would like to set up a walking group in Wicklow contact us on wicklowlsp@wicklowcoco.ie for more information.
MONEYSTOWN DANCE/BBQ
In aid of Moneystown Community Centre will take place on Saturday, July 29, in the community centre starting at 8.30 p.m. Music by the Three Bobs, 10 p.m. till 12 and the Roamin Cadillacs, 12 a.m. to 2 a.m. and disco afterwards. Food served till 11.30 p.m. Fully licensed. Admission €20, contact 086 1504221 for tickets. Bucking Broncho also. Looking forward to seeing you all there at what promises to be a great night.
DOG SHOW
Our fun annual Dog Show in aid of Wicklow Animal Wefare on August 6 at Brockagh Resource Centre. Registration at 1.30 p.m. with show starting at 2 p.m. A big raffle on the day with plenty of car boot stalls to buy your bargains at. Contact Michelle at 0404 45600 to book a stall.
SUNSHINE SUMMER CAMP
Book in now for our exciting, jam-packed summer camp in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. With Daily Guest Workshops, Sports, art, Baking, Games, Woodland Adventures and much more, this summer camp is not to be missed. Starts July 31 till August 4 from 10.30 p.m. to 2 p.m., age six to nine years. To book your place or if you want more information phone or email 0404 45600, laraghit@eircom.net.
GLENDALOUGH TRAIL
The Glendalough Trail race is a 15.5km race which takes place on Saturday, November 4, with registration and refreshments at the Brockagh Centre, Laragh. The Glendalough Trail is a fantastic running experience with a route that is scenic, challenging and safe. Not only will it be a fun, enjoyable day but we hope to raise much needed funds for Fighting Blindness.
More information at glendaloughtrail.com/ or contact Paul at info@glendaloughtrail.com or phone 086 3503994. To find out more about the work of Fighting Blindnes s or tips and assistance on fundraising contact Amanda at 01 6789 004 or fundraising@ fightingblindness.ie.
BASKET-MAKING
This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9 p.m. to 5 p.m. August 8. Classes are small with five participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife at 087 9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.