Kilmacanogue
HAPPY 80TH DERMOT
Sincere happy birthday congratulations go to one of Kilmacanogue’s finest gentlemen, Dermot Cranny, who turned 80 years young this weekend. Dermot celebrated in the best way he could, surrounded by his loving family and friends with a party held in his honour on Sunday afternoon at his home in Glencormac.
As we all know, Dermot is one of the nicest men you could ever meet and along with his young wife Ann, we would like to wish him the very best of wishes on this milestone.
CFR TRAINING
The trainers of Kilmacanogue CPR would like to say well done and thanks to all the sixth class students, Ms Redmond (class teacher) and Ms Murray (Principle) at Kilmacanogue National School for taking part in a CPR/ AED familiarisation training session recently.
The training was organised by our local Community First Responder group (Kilmac CFR).
The students found the hands on training very interesting and the importance of knowing their EIRCODE and how it helps to quickly pinpoint a patience’s location to the National Ambulance Service, saving precious time in the event of a medical emergency. This type of training and introduction to CPR at such a young age could prove invaluable to someone in the future so well done to everyone involved.
MUSIC IN CALARY
The next concert in our 2018 series will take place at 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 28, in Calary Church. Seán Carpio (drums), Mikkel Ploug (guitar) Simon Jermyn (guitar), Jeppe Skovbakke (bass), and Joachim Badenhorst (reeds) will play a concert of original music that will speak about the places of its origin, including Calary, in order to present a complex yet nuanced concert experience transforming musical elements of speech into music.
This an extremely exciting and innovative project and it will be wonderful to hear the performance which reflects on all their work over a long period is.
Tickets are €18 and €15 for concessions and, to make a booking or for more information, please contact John 01 2818146 or derekneilson@eircom.net.
HORSE SHOW
It is now just over a month to the annual Horse Show and you can now visit the Kilmacanogue Horse Show’s new website at kilmacanoguehorseshow.com and find out all about the competitions on offer on Saturday, July 28.
Choose from the wide range of events where you can show your lovely horse or pony. When you visit the site, look for the green ‘Enter Here’ button and make your entries now online.
Start getting your ponies and horses fit after the long hard winter and don’t forget the family dog, he (or she) might win ‘the dog you most want to take home’ competition.
Find out all about Wicklow’s sheep, visit the trade stands, ride a quiet pony or enter the art and photography classes. Plenty of fun for everyone – save the date.
SUMMER CAMP
The annual summer camp for kids from aged 4-14 will be happening again from Monday, July 2, to Friday, July 6, at Ryders Field and to date, over 60 Children are signed up. The cost is €50 for first child and €80 for two and €110 for a family of three or more. The camp will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. In order to get an idea of how many coaches will be required, can you please book your children in the Glencormac United Facebook page or contact any club member.
SOCCER ACTION
Glencormac United Seniors faced a massive league game last Thursday against Arklow United and sadly, the result went the way of the opposition as the Glens went down 0-1.
Needing four points from the last two games and roared on by a huge crowd, the Glens started nervy but looked like they had taken the lead when captain Ben O’Callaghan almost finished off a sweeping move but the ball rebounded off the post.
The second half was end to end but Arklow got the vital breakthrough midway through the second half and despite forcing two good saves from the Arklow keeper, it was not to be and Arklow won the title.
Congratulations to Arklow United who, in their 40th year had to win the game to win the title andtheydid.
The Glens have still had a wonderful season winning the Thomas Scott Cup, promotion to the Premier and made their first ever appearance in a Wicklow Cup Final and can hold their heads up high.
The team would like to thank everyone for the wonderful support this village gave them this past month and the cheer they all still gave despite the disappointment of last Thursdays defeat. (The game is covered in more detail on sports pages)
There was also plenty action on the junior front. The under-eights were at home to Roundwood and after facing the same opposition a few weeks ago away to the same team, the young Glens really stepped it up a gear and just about shaded the series of four games. The star players were Darragh Murray (who scored a Ronaldo like freekick), Ruby Devlin, who was superb in defence and Harry Browne and Sam Moraghan showing some excellent silky skills.
The under-10s won 4-1 with Seán Prendergast scoring twice, Luke Kelly and Jude Leahy adding to the total. Oisin Short, Cian Levins and Beibhinn Lavery were all in excellent form on the day.
The under-11s faced Wolfe Tone at home and after a tight first half where the teams went in at the break at 3-3, Wolfe Tone stormed out of the blocks after the restart and hit a further four without reply (Manager Ger Holmes must have given some halftime speech here). Glens manager Alan Condon was delighted with his teams efforts with goal machine Aishling Meehan getting a great hattrick. Well done, 11s.
The under-12s won 4-1 away to Enniskerry. The four goals came from Conor O’Donnell, Billy Mansfield, Michael Prendergast and Ben Morgan in a very good all-round team display.
NOTES
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A reminder that the Active Retirement Lunch club will take place on Friday, June 22, in Chester Beattys at 1.30 p.m.
BLESSINGOFGRAVES
The annual Parish Cemetery Sunday/Pattern Sunday will take place on Sunday, July 22. Please note that 11.30 a.m. Mass will be celebrated in Roundwood Cemetery not in the church on this morning. This Mass will be offered for all interred in the cemetery and will include a blessing of the graves.
ACTIVE RETIRED HOLIDAY
The Roundwood Active Retirement holiday will take place from the Monday, September 24, till the Friday, September 28, to the Tara Hotel in Waterford. Anyone interested should pay their deposit to Betty or Molly before July 1.
BARN DANCE
Moneystown Midsummer barn dance and barbecue will take place on June 30 in Moneystown Community Centre starting at 8 p.m. till late. Music on the night will be Paul Molloy and the Whole Hog. Fully licensed.
CLASSES
Kildare Wicklow ETB are currently advertising for grant funding under the community education programme.
The Community Council previously facilitated courses on flower arranging, digital photography, IT and art. If you are interested in these or any other courses in the Roundwood area please email info@roundwood.ie. all suggestions welcome.
PURE MILE WALK
A walk to the deserted village as part of the Pure Mile project
Roundwood Home Producers Market is open from midday till 5 p.m. every Sunday in the Parish Centre.
Come for your home baking, crafts, plants, vegetables and more. New members always welcome or 087 2506785.
ROUNDWOOD DANCE
Next Roundwood Parish Hall Dance Friday, July 20, with music by the Wicklow man.
JENNYS PRE-SCHOOL
Jenny’s Pre-School is now accepting enrollments for September 2018/2019. If you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact Jenny at 086 8766301 or email us onjennyspreschoolmoneystown@gmail. com, or call into the Pre-School for an application form any morning.
MUSIC IN CALARY
The next concert in our 2018 series will take place at 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 28, in Calary Church. Seán Carpio (drums), Mikkel Ploug (guitar) Simon Jermyn (guitar), Jeppe Skovbakke (bass), and Joachim Badenhorst (reeds) will play a concert of original music that will speak about the places of its origin, including Calary, in order to present a complex yet nuanced concert experience transforming musical elements of speech into music.
This an extremely exciting and innovative project and it will be wonderful to hear the performance which is the result of their work. Tickets are €18 and €15 for concessions and, to make a booking or for more information, please contact John 01 2818146 or derekneilson@eircom.net.
WALKING GROUP
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Whizzers
A 45 Card Game takes place every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at a new time of 8.30 p.m. for the summer months tea served.