Carnew

SYMPATHY

Sincere sympathy is extended to the family and relatives of Mary O’Rourke (née Moran), Coolfancy, who died last week and was buried on Saturday in Coolfancy cemetery.

BABY BOY

Congratulations to Jason and Lisa Molloy, Kilcavan on the birth of their son recently.

BIRTHDAYS

Happy 21st birthday to Daniel O’Hara, Tombreane. Happy 40th birthday to Colm Osborne, Kilcavan.

GET WELL

Get well wishes go to Alvin Dagge, Coolfancy.

TINAHELY WALKING CLUB

On April 15 the walk is Mullinacor/Cullentra, Grade B, 15k, four hours. Meet Tinahely at 10 a.m. or Glenmalure Lodge 10.45. On April 22 the walk is at Arts Lough, Grade B, 12k, three hours. Meet Tinahely at 10 a.m. or Glenmalure Lodge 10.45.

Please ensure to wear proper walking boots, to bring adequate food and drink and to pack (or wear) rain gear.

ALL-IRELAND DRAMA FINALS

The excitement is building, as the South Wicklow Drama Festival Committee continues to prepare for the 2018 Bostik all-Ireland Confined Drama Finals which are being hosted in Carnew under the auspices of the ADCI. in St Brigid’s Hall, Carnew from the Friday, April 13, to Saturday, April 21. See this space next week for the schedule of plays.

FRINGE EVENTS AND PRE ALL IRELAND SCHEDULE – Find out about the exciting calendar of fringe events going on in our area next week association with the all-Ireland Confined Drama Festival. Events are for both locals and visitors and have been organised to help make the festival a special week for everyone. So please do, if you find you can’t come to any of the plays, please do come along to some of the Fringe events.

Booking for nightly plays is now open. Phone 087 6985275 a.m. to 11 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and 13.30 – 16.30 (No text messages please)

Friday, April 13, to Saturday, April 21: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Art Exhibitions in Carnew Community Care and in Roberts’ Garage Adjacent to St Brigid’s Hall.

Friday April 13, to Saturday, April 21: Photographic Exhibition by local GP Damien Doyle, in Carnew Training and Development Centre (opposite the hall)

Friday the 13th: 7 p.m. – Gap Arts Festival display of Artistic Creations.

Friday the 13th – Official Opening of all-Ireland Confined Drama by local born, Loughlin Deegan, Director of the Lir, National Academy of Dramatic Art at Trinity College at 8 p.m. followed by the first play of the week.

Saturday, April 14: Guided walk in Tomnafinogue Woods at 12.30 p.m. To book: 087 9323990.

Saturday, April 14: Demonstration ‘Create a look for Stage’ (Character – Eliza Doolittle) Hair, Makeup and Costume. Demonstration by renowned Hair Stylist and Make-up Artist, Marion O’Toole at 3.30 p.m. To book 087 9323990.

Sunday, April 15, from 1.30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Coollattin House – afternoon tea and music in the charming, Coollattin House. Both locals and visitors will also have the opportunity to view a craft exhibition and to take a tour of the house. Afternoon Tea: €7.50 Tour: €5. House tours can also be organised by prior arrangement during the week of the festival. Prosecco will also be available. Booking essential: 087 9687606.

Wednesday, April 18: Carnew Library will host an afternoon of poetry at 2.30 p.m., with Jim Kirwan, Ettie Kilbride, Jacqui Mulholland, PJ Arthur and other local artists.

Thursday, April 19: Carnew TDC – A talk by Dr Nicholas Bielenberg. A unique opportunity to hear about his early life and his family’s experiences living in Germany at the beginning of the second World War. Booking: 087 9323990.

Friday, April 20: A golf outing in Coollattin Golf Club. First tea time 9.45 a.m. This will be a fun four ball scramble for golfers of all standards. To book a tea time phone 087 9323990. (Green fees: €20)

Friday, April 20: Imagine This – A collection of drama through movement by MAD Drama School, Arklow at 7 p.m. in Coláiste Bhríde, Carnew.

Saturday, April 20: Guided walk in Tomnafinogue Woods at 12.30 p.m. Booking 087 9323990.

April 21: Artisan Craft Fair adjacent to St Brigid’s Hall from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Local Produce and crafts including: Home made Jams and Chutneys, Bread and cakes. Garden Ornaments, Flowers, Hand Knits, Jewellery and Wood Turned items and more. Tea and coffee will also available.

For enquiries on any of the above events, phone 087 9323990.

BINGO

The next bingo is on Sunday, April 22, at 2.30 p.m. in St Bridget’s Hall, Carnew, all welcome.