AROUND THE DISTRICTS
Kilcoole SENIOR CITIZENS
Christmas party 2017: This year’s party takes place on Saturday, December 9, in the Mill Room of Byrne’s Pub from 4 p.m. Any person from Kilcoole born in 1947 or before is eligible to attend and any such person who does not receive an invitation and would like to attend should contact Paul Kelly at 086 6014844 with their details or give them into the bar staff in Byrne’s Pub prior to the end of November.
The existing volunteers Eithne Byrne, Eddie Nugent, Tom Quigley and Paul Kelly are stepping down from the organising of the party from this year and we would ask for some people or group to step up and take over the mantle from 2018 onwards.
Please contact any of the above named outgoing volunteers.
FUNDRAISING QUIZ NIGHTS: The last of the fundraising Quiz Nights for the senior citizens Christmas party takes place in the Mill Room on Friday, November 17. A table of four is €20. Please support this worthy cause.
COMMUNITY CENTRE
The centre is available for bookings (e.g. classes, meetings, birthday parties). Bookings can be made via email kilcoolecc@gmail.com or by phone 01 2872017. The office is open on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3.15 p.m. and is closed for lunch between 12.30 p.m and 1.15 p.m.
KILCOOLE INDOOR BOWLS
Bowls takes place every Tuesday evening at 8 p.m. in St Patrick’s/Forrester’s Hall.
PARENT/TODDLER GROUP
All are welcome to come along to the parent and toddler group at the community centre from 10.30 p.m. to midday every Wednesday. €2 per child.
BINGO
Bingo is held on Monday nights in St Patrick’s Hall at 8 p.m. Everybody is welcome.
NOTES
If you would like to have a notice included in the Kilcoole Notes please email jenniferwicklow2016@hotmail.com.
Kilmacanogue SENIOR CITIZENS
The Senior Citzens Committee will host their annual Christmas Fair in the Parish Hall on Sunday, December 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Home baking and unwanted new gifts can be given to any committee member before the fair which would be greatly appreciated.
Later that day, the annual Senior Citzens Christmas party will be held in the Summerhill Hotel in Enniskerry from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on December 3.
HISTORY LECTURE
Dr Patrick Wallace gave a wonderful lecture this week to our local history society. Titled ‘The History of the National Museum of Ireland’ all present enjoyed the second last lecture of the year in the Glenview Hotel. In 1974, at the age of 25, Dr Wallace was given responsibility for the Wood Quay excavations. He was appointed Director of the National Museum of Ireland in 1988, a post which he held till his retirement in 2012. The National Museum displays Archaeological treasures from the Viking and Medieval periods, early Medieval Celtic Metalwork and numerous ancient treasures from Ireland and abroad.
Attention now turns to the final lecture of 2017 which will take place on Tuesday, December 5, in the Glenview Hotel at 8 p.m. Titled ‘The Bridges of Wicklow’, it will be presented by Rob Goodbody and it promises to bring a fitting end to another great season of interesting lectures.
CHRISTMAS MARKET
The now annual outdoor Christmas market will once again take place on December 9 in Plucks Carpark. The fair will run from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and to book a stall, please contact Kathleen Tighe at or phone 089 4067564 for your application form. The organising team have very kindly offered the money raised from Stall Holders will go to Glencormac United Football Club this year. The club caters for almost 100 kids now ranging from the Academy to under-14s and a senior team and this gesture is very much appreciated by all at the club.
CHRISTMAS DRAW
Now that the Halloween has passed, we think that a Christmas Fundraising Draw can be announced. Glencormac run this 500/1 Draw for the past few years and it is the main source of income to cover the yearly cost of running the club. Tickets are €20 and you can win a 1st Prize of €2,000, 2nd is €1,000, 3rd is €500 and prizes 4th to 10th are for €100. The Draw will take place at the Social night on Saturday 2nd December in Plucks and is always a great night.
GOLF SOCIETY
The next and final outing for the Plucks Golf Society members will take place this Saturday (11th ) in Powerscourt GC.
The Draw took place last Sunday night and is as follows; Group 1 off at 8-44; Mick Holly, John Lyster and Colm Griffiths, (2), Ray Lyster, Tom Creavin and Gerry Touhy, (3) Bobby Messett, Eddie Byrne, Brian Morgan and Peter McKeown; (4) Paddy Byrne Snr, Mark Quinn, Ed Mulligan & Brendan Finnerty; (5) Trevor Carr, Greg O’Donnell, Kevin Molloy and Jim McGrath, (6) Paul Murphy, Paddy Byrne Jnr, Colm Mulligan and Tom Byrne.
The presentation of Prizes will take place in Plucks Bar at 8-30pm during the halftime interval of the Denmark v Ireland game.
SOCCER ACTION
The Under 10s lost a thrilling game 4-3 away to Wicklow Rovers. This was a very even game and the Glens had their chances to win it but it was not to be. Jude Leahy hit two goals with Oran Finnerty netting the other. Oisin Short, Joe Kavanagh and Beibhinn Lavery all had great games but the “Man of the Match Award” must go to Cian Levins who played fantastic. The team are improving every week with coaches Prendergast & Finnerty delighted with the progress.
The Under 12’s played St Patricks of Avoca who are an under 13 side but more than held their own before losing 2-1. The goal was scored by Ben Morgan and manager Alan Prendergast was thrilled with the effort put in by all his squad on the day.
The Seniors were at home to Wicklow Town on Sunday morning and won 3-1. Nathan Watters gave the Glens the lead which they held until midway through the 2nd half when they conceded a soft goal following a corner. However, young Sam O’Callaghan is becoming a freekick specialist and he powered a lovely goal to the back of the net with 5 minutes remaining and then Cian McGoldrick sealed the win with an overhead kick. Nathan Watters and Simon Doyle were excellent on the day.
NOTES
If you want an item or a photograph of local interest to appear in the Kilmacanogue Diary, please contact Colm Mulligan on 086- 8522653 or email colmulligan@eircom.net by midday on Sunday.
Newcastle NEWCASTLE GAA
There was no jackpot winner last week, the numbers were 03, 08, 08 and 21. There were seven match-three winners each receiving €35. The jackpot stands at €6,600 the next draw is on Monday, November 6, in the Castle Inn.
FITNESS TRANSFORMATION
Calorie Blitz class is on Monday 7 p.m., Strength and Conditioning class is on Wednesday at 7 p.m., new members always welcomw contact Colly Yeoman at 087 9024045.
CHRISTMAS FAIR
Newcastle Christmas Craft and Gift Fair is approaching, full of Christmas delights for all ages. Of Course Santa will also be joining us on the day. Come along support your community and soak up the Christmas atmosphere and do a little shopping too.
To book a space, full payment is required which is non-refundable. Returning traders €25, and new traders €30. Payments made out to Newcastle Community Centre please. Table space is 6x3.
Table and chair provided. You will need your own table cover/ cloth. Contact Ben for further details 086 0731949.
COMMUNITY CENTRE
Badminton takes place every Tuesday at 8.3oPM New members are always welcome and it’s a great way to keep fit.
HALLOWEEN KIDS PARTY
The party was a great success, big thanks to Niamh Becton for all her hard work.
COUNTRY MARKET
The North Wicklow country market takes place in the community centre every Saturday from 10 p.m.
THE CASTLE INN
The Donal Kirk Band play on Saturday, November 25, The restaurant is open on the night too, three course dinner for two and a bottle of house wine for €60, book early.
Newtownmountkennedy GAA CLUB NOTES
Unfortunately our senior team lost out to Annacurra and will not now progress to next week’s Keating Trophy final but a draw between Tinahely and Bray ensured that Newtown will maintain their senior status for next season.
Our juvenile presentation will be taking place in the community centre when all our teams have finished out their season we have no date yet as the under-13s are still playing, but it will be around mid-November.
The under-13 shield semi-final against Clara Gaels was cancelled prior to bank holiday due to the weather and is to be rescheduled it is unlikely to be this weekend but please check fixtures to confirm date and time.
Hard luck to Pearce Gaels, who lost to Rathnew in the final of the U 17 B championship last week; well done to all on a good year especially our own lads Joe McDonald, James Synnott, Lee Turner, Cian Walsh, Adam Heffernan and Conor Odlum.
There will be a foundation course running in Roundwood on Thursday16th and Thursday, November 23, For any of our current crop of fantastic coaches or those with an interest in coaching in the future. Please let us know and we’ll sign you up, could all the juvenile managers/mentors please get a report to the club secretary for inclusion in this year’s yearbook asap.
Christmas will soon be upon us so if you want to buy Newtown GAA merchandise get your order in early as there are always delays around the festive time. There is a good stock of club gear now available to buy for any enquiries regarding club gear please contact Amy at 086 3332195.
Tickets for the national draw will be available shortly and as usual all money raised by the club goes to the club so if you’d like to buy or maybe even sell a few tickets please get in touch with any committee member. Tickets are great value at only €10 each.
Huge congratulations to Kyle and Niamh Martin on last week’s lotto win; enjoy your winnings (€7600) and many thanks for supporting the club. Five more lucky winners took home €40 as they matched three numbers. Numbers drawn were 10, 16, 21 and 24, this week’s jackpot was €2,000.
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MINDFULNESS CLASSES
Our next five Week Mindfulness Course is starting on Monday, November 6, 7.45 p.m. to 8.45 p.m. This Course will specifically teach Mindfulness Skills for managing Stress and Anxiety. No previous experience necessary. Cost: €50 for five weeks or €13 drop in. Contact Angelika 087 2176068.
YOGA CLASS
Our new Yoga Class is continuing from Wednesdays November 8 6 p.m. to 7.15 p.m. at the Corner House Village Practice. This class is suitable for all levels of experience and beginners are very welcome. Cost: €65 for six class or €13 drop in. Reduced rates are possible also. Booking is essential. Please contact Angelika 087 2176068.