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numerous fire raging in the aftermath of a German air raid on that city.

John Lennon will be the guest presenter for the next lecture of the Enniskerry History Society in the Powerscourt Arms and Country House, at which he will present his lecture on ‘A History of the Main Street, Dundrum, Co. Dublin. All welcome to attend admission €5. Further information on the Enniskerry History Society and its activities are available from John Callan at 01 2867853.

ENNISKERRY LIBRARY

The opening hours for the library are Tuesday and Friday: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Wednesday: 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 6.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m., and Saturday: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. New members to the library are always very welcome. Please phone 01 2864339 for further information or to renew books.

GAA ENNISKERRY

Junior Footballers start their 2018 Season on Sunday next in Shillelagh against the Locals in the Division of the County Ieague. The Black and Amber team hope to start with a win. Hopefully the two recent challenge games will have helped the panel.

THE LATE RAY DOYLE

The death took place recently of Enniskerry resident Ray Doyle after a long ilness. A Rathnew man through and through and a Liverpool Soccer Fan were the sporting highlights of his life. He helped to keep Killgarron Park neat and tidy for years.

DARTS

The second round of matches. In the Boro League got under way on Tuesday night with an away fixture. The Powerscourt team had a great run in the first session and will be up there at the top come May.

CLARION

Closing date for the inclusion of your notes in the Enniskerry Clarion is upon us please send in today.

WALKERS

The next outing of the Enniskerry Walkers takes place on March 10. Details of route will be published next week.

POKER CLASSIC ENNISKERRY

YC Soccer Club are holding a fundraiser in Powerscourt Arms on Saturday, March 10.

PLOUGHING MATCH.

Roundwood Ploughing Society are holding their annual ploughing match on Saturday, February 24, at midday in Mullinaveigue, Roundwood. Sincere thanks to John Donoghue for providing the site. Conventional, vintage, Classic Tractor and Horse Classes will be catered for on Lea ground. Could all competitors please have their names registered before 6 p.m. on Wednesday, February 21, with Brendan Power at 087 2420204. Spectators young and old, as always, are very welcome and a chip van will be on site for the day.

MASS OF REMEMBRANCE

The annual Mass of remembrance for parishioners and family members of parishioners, who died since March last year, and whose funerals took place outside the parish, will take place on Saturday, February 24, at 6 p.m.

PLOUGHING MATCH.

Roundwood Ploughing Society are holding their annual ploughing match on Saturday, February 25, at midday in Diamond Hill, Roundwood (reservoir filtering beds). Sincere thanks to John Byrne for providing the site. Conventional, vintage, Classic Tractor and Horse Classes will be catered for on Lea ground. Could all competitors please have their names registered before 6 p.m. on Wednesday, February 22, with Brendan Power at 087 2420204. Spectators as always are very welcome and we have a chip van on site for the day.

LOTTO RESULTS

There was no jackpot winner in last week’s draw. The numbers drawn were 6, 8, 10 and 26. There was three match-three winners, Lucy Molloy, Andy Byrne and Jennifer Reilly. Next week’s jackpot will be €11,200

CHANGE OF DATE

The Rural Partnership five-week healthy eating demonstrations will commence today, Wednesday, February 14, from 10.30 a.m. 12.30 p.m. in the Annamoe Centre.

LUNCH CLUB

A reminder that the Active Retirement Lunch club will take place on Friday, February 23, in the Coach House at 1.30.

ROUNDWOOD COMMUNITY GAMES

Swimming started Friday, February 2 – Friday, March 2, from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Coral Leisure Centre Wicklow.

Following ages and strokes: under-eight Freestyle, under-10 Freestyle/Backstroke, under-12 Freestyle/Backstroke/ Breaststroke, under-14 Freestyle/Backstroke/Butterfly, under-16 Freestyle/Backstroke/ Butterfly. Swim offs will be held on Friday, March 2, with County Finals on Saturday, March 10, at 3 p.m. in Arklow. Remember age cutoff is July 31. For further info contact Séamus at 086 8557962.

ANNAMOE STORYTELLING

Come along to Annamoe Centre for a Valentine Story/ Rambling House on Valentines night Wednesday, February 14, at eight o’clock.

MEDJUGORJE

Pilgrimage To Medjugorje October 10 for seven nights. Cost €669 which includes Flights (Aer Lingus) Insurance, Half Board in house beside church. Transfers to and from Medjugorje Local Guides throughout the week all English speaking headed up by Senior Guide Philip Ryan from Dublin. Philip is a very experienced Guide, who has spent many years in Medjugorje. Pilgrimage accompanied by Spiritual Directors Fr Pat Madden and Deacon Pat O’Connell Early booking offer of €100.00 off price if booked and paid in full by December 8 For more information/booking contact Mary King at 087 2185067.

ANGEL HEALING

Deep Relaxation, Peace, Angelic Guidance and Hands on Energy Healing is what you will experience on Monday evenings in the Parish Hall Roundwood at 7.30. So make that decision to look after yourself, your well being and join us there. Looking forward to welcoming you. For more information contact Mary at 087 9819420.

LOURDES

There will be a pilgrimage to Lourdes from the 12th to September 17 for five nights full board at a four star hotel.

The price will be €649 per person sharing. If you pay deposit of €100 before February 1 you get a €50 reduction and the price will be €599. More information in the church porch. Please contact Susan as soon as possible for booking forms at 087 6273032.

KNOCK

There will be a pilgrimage to Knock on Sunday, April 8, for Divine Mercy Sunday. Bus willleave Laragh 7.45 a.m. and Roundwood at 8 a.m. Price of €65 includes breakfast, dinner and bus. Please contact Susan at 087 6273032 to book a seat. Money in full before March 15.

HISTORICAL AGM

The AGM of the Roundwood and District Historical and Folklore Society will take place on Tuesday, February 27, at 20.00 in the Parish Hall, Roundwood. Please note that only paid-up members of the society, on the day of the AGM are eligible to vote at the AGM.

002 BRIDGE CLUB

Results for Friday, February 2, North/South joint first second Ger Lenihan, Kittly Heslin and Rowena Brady and Maria Magee, third Maura Gaskin and Bridie Nolan. East/West Margaret Bolger and Noeleen Redmond, second Liz Belton and Phil Kenna, third Teresa Leahy and Pauric Gleeson. First place for North/South on Friday, February 9, were Noeleen Redmond and Margaret Bolger, second Nancy O’Brien and Catherine McGillycuddy, third Monica Brady and June Digby. Rachel Judd and Molly Byrne were first for East/West, second Paddy O’Brien and Pauric Gleeson and third Maura Gaskin and Bridie Nolan.

DIAMOND BRIDGE CLUB

Monica Brady and Gertie Fee took first place for North/South on Monday, February 5, John Loscher and Paddy O’Brien were second and Catherine McGillycuddy and Bridie Nolan were third. First place for East West were Clare O’Connor and Triona Woodroofe, second Maura Gaskin and Pamela Byrne, Clare Sally and Margaret Byrne were third.

ROUNDWOOD DANCE

Next Roundwood Parish Hall Dance is on Friday, February 16, from 9 p.m. till midnight. Refreshments on the night. Music by Jimmy Hogan.

WHIST

The next whist will be on tonight Wednesday the 14th Feburary in the Parish Centre.

ROUNDWOOD MEN’S SHED

Roundwood Men’s Shed: Following our most recent series of digital lessons one of our Shedders has decided to take his fully charged mobile with him when he completes the life marathon which we have referred to in the past. The phone will be taken with him to the grave and when he gets to the ‘other side’ he will be able to communicate with the Shedders down on earth and fill them in on the good life up above. ‘That is not going to happen’, one of the Shed wits commented,’ because with the phone melting in the flames, there’ll be no signal coming from where you’re going’. As well as the tea and cake and biscuits, there is regular banter in the Shed at the gatherings on Tuesdays between 10 and 12. You will be assured of a warm welcome if you come along.

CEILI DANCING LESSONS

Adult ceili dancing classes are held every Wednesday night in the parish hall from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Learn to solo dance and also group dances under the tuition of Aoife, Cian and Eimear and have great fun learning.

MONEYSTOWN COMMUNITY CENTRE

Moneystown Community Centre Cards will continue as usual on Tuesday nights at 8 p.m. while our Moneystown Dance will return on Friday, March 9.

PROGRESSIVE 45

Progressive 45 card game Sunday, February 25, at 7 p.m. in Roundwood Parish Hall, refreshments and raffle at the break excellent prize money everyone welcome.

MORNING BADMINTON

Tuesday morning badminton continues from 9.30 a.m. beginners always welcome. Some rackets are available.

MATHS LESSONS

Rebecca Delamere will be running maths classes for Secondary School students in Roundwood Parish Hall. Classes will be available for first to sixth year students and are designed to focus on common areas that students struggle with. Guaranteed small class sizes and places are limited. For further information, please contact Rebecca at 086 0650129.

WALKING CLUB

The Roundwood Whizzers Walking Group are back in action every Wednesday evening meeting at 7 p.m. at the Coach House car park. Everyone welcome to walk at your own pace for approximately one hour in and around Roundwood village.

AN TÓCHAR GAA

Alex Grey, PSquared Performance, is on hand to guide you through your fitness programme in the An Tóchar Fitness Centre. Call up or ring Alex to join any of the classes or to discuss personal training. Facebook.com/ psquaredperformance.

45 CARD GAME

A 45 Card Game takes place every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at a new time of 8 p.m. for the winter. Tea served.

SET DANCING

Set dancing continues on Thursday nights in Kavanagh’s lounge with an addition of giving jive lessons at 8.15 p.m. before our weekly session at no additional cost.