Roundwood
BARBECUE
Avonmore Game Club will hold its ninth charity/fundraiser barbecue on Saturday, July 7, in Kavanaghs Vartry House at 6.30 p.m. This year again a donation will be made to Roundwood senior citizens and Roundwood National School. Music on the beer garden with special guests (The Roamin Cadillacs) from 9.30 till late. Adults €15 kids €5.00. A wholesome barbecue with a difference. So for great music and craic come along your support will be much appreciated. For further info 086 8569812/086 2572673.
BLESSING OF GRAVES
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.
ROUNDWOOD FESTIVAL
Plans are well under way for the return of the much loved Roundwood Festival 2018 running from Thursday, August 2, to Sunday, August 5. So keep these dates free and keep and eye on this space for more details of what’s on and where.
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 will take place at 11 a.m. on Sunday, July 1, meeting at the Wicklow Way junction at Lake Park (look out for the poster and balloons). The walk will follow the Wicklow Way then veer off to take in some fantastic views of Lough Dan and Luggala valleys. If it’s a fine day bring the kids and a picnic. Limited parking available.
PURE MILE MEETING
The next meeting for those interested in the Baltynanima Pure Mile will take place at 8.30 p.m. on tonight Wednesday, June 27, in Roundwood Parish Hall.
OUR LADY’S ISLAND
There will be a pilgrimage to Our Lady’s Island on Sunday, August 19, leaving Roundwood at 10 a.m. from the Parish Hall. Cost is €65 per person which includes the bus, scones and dinner. Money and names to Susan at 087 76273032 before August 1.
WHIST RESULTS
The results of the whist are as follows: Top Score: Ann Wolohan; First Gent: Ann Gaffney: Second Gent: Mick Whelan; First Lady: Patricia Byrne; Second Lady: Catherine Doyle; First Half: Kitty Kennedy’ Second Half: Paddy O’Brien; Longest Sitting: Shay Brady and Lowest Score: Mary Pierce. Raffle prizes were won by Pat Fisher, Catherine Doyle, Shay Brady, Margaret Kennedy and Paddy O’Brien.
Next Whist is this Wednes- day, July 4, in the Parish Centre, Roundwood.
LOTTO RESULTS
There was no jackpot winner in last week’s draw. The numbers drawn were:. 5, 8, 14 and 27. There was four match-three winners Mark Roche, Natalie Hayden, Laura O’Halloran and Maureen Cronin, Fagans and Anne. Next week’s jackpot will be €16,600
HOME PRODUCERS MARKET
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.
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.
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
The Roundwood Whizzers Walking Group will now meet at the Knockraheen entrance (Newtown Road R765) to the Upper Vartry Reservoir at 7 p.m. every Wednesday for the summer months. There are now a range of walks to suit all levels of ability. So do come along to walk at your own pace for approximately one hour. All welcome.
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. For more information contact Mary at 087 9819420.
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 45
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.