AROUND THE DISTRICTS
Enniskerry PARISH OF POWERSCOURT WITH KILBRIDE.
Powerscourt Tomorrow (Thursday): 10.30 a.m. – Holy Communion in Powerscourt Church.
Services of Worship in Powerscourt for Sunday, July 22 – Trinity Eight: 8.30 a.m. Holy Communion One (Said); 11.30 a.m. Morning Prayer Two.
Daily Prayer and Open Church: Daily prayer is offered at midday and 5 p.m. and the church will be open for prayer and reflection between those hours every day till September.
Services of Worship in Kilbride for Sunday, July 22 – Trinity Eight: 10 a.m. Morning Prayer Two.
Car boot sale: The fourth of these, in aid of Powerscourt parish funds, takes place on Saturday, July 28, in Powerscourt Church Paddock from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For further information contact Robert Allison at 086 3815151.
ST MARY’S CHURCH, ENNISKERRY
Mass Times: St Mary’s Church: Sunday Mass at 11 a.m.; Weekday Morning Mass, 10.15 a.m., Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday Prayer Service: 10.15 a.m., Wednesday, Friday. Mass on first Friday of the month at 10.15 a.m. St Patrick’s Curtlestown: Sunday Mass at 10 a.m.; St Kevin’s Glencree: 9 a.m. Mass on the First Sunday of the month; Kilmacanaogue: Sundays and Fridays at 10 a.m. Holy Days as announced.
Confessions: Are held in St Mary’s after 10.15 a.m. Mass on Saturday morning.
Exposition of Blessed Sacrament: Takes place after the 10.15 a.m. Prayer Service each Friday morning in St Mary’s.
Annual Blessing of Graves 2018: St Mochonog’s, Kilmacanogue, on Sunday, August 19, at 3 p.m.; St Kevin’s, Glencree, on Sunday, September 2, at 9.30 a.m.; and St Patrick’s, Curtlestown on Sunday, September 2, at 3 p.m.
Curtlestown Cemetery Clean Up: Due to dry weather and great work done by volunteers over the past week’s there is no need to work on cemetery this week.
Our Lady’s Island Pilgrimage: Takes place on Wednesday, August 15, bus will leave village at 11 a.m. and return approximately 10.30 p.m. Stop for dinner on way home. Please contact parish office.
The Rosary: Will be recited each morning at Our Lady’s Grotto in St Mary’s for the month of July and will commence at 9.55 a.m. before 10.15 a.m. Mass/Prayer Service.
ENNISKERRY HISTORY SOCIETY
Meetings of the Enniskerry History Society, which meets under the guidance of its president John Callan, have now concluded and will resume in October when the autumn 2018 programme will take place, and planning on this is currently under way.
ENNISKERRY LIBRARY
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.
MEALS ON WHEELS SERVICE
The Meals on Wheels service which operates in Enniskerry and Kilmacanogue, delivers hot meals every Tuesday and Thursday to older people in their homes. We are looking for volunteer drivers who can give up two or three hours twice a month to facilitate this much needed service. Interested volunteers should contact Maoiliosa Kelly at 086 8322466 for further information.
ENNISKERRY WALKING ASSOCIATION
The Enniskerry Walking Association was formed in 2004 to protect traditional walking routes in the area and to promote walking for recreation, for health, as a safe alternative to car use, and to help us all to learn more about our locality. Our popular Tuesday evening walks usually meet at the Spar in Enniskerry at 7 p.m. Saturday walks meet at 1.30 p.m. All, who are interested, adults or children, are most welcome. Walks vary in length but most last between one-and-a half and two-and-a-half hours; some (but not all) involve a bit of climbing. This coming Tuesdays Walk is: Bohernabreena Reservoir Walk. Meet Outside at Spar at 7 p.m. or Bohernabreena Reservoir car park at 7.30 p.m. – Flat – two hours duration. Feel free just to turn up (sharp) on any of the Tuesday walks. If you want any further information, phone Niall Lenoach, EWA chairperson (087 9284934), or Noel Barry, EWA secretary, at 01 2860043. Email enniskerrywalking@gmail.com.
ART CLASSES
art classes for three- to fiveyear-olds are being held in the Old Powerscourt National School in village from Monday to Friday.
GAA ACTION
Just 10 days to go for Enniskerry Junior Footballers and their first game in the championship. A home game against AGB in Páirc na Sillogue, a win is a must for the Black and Amber lads is a must.
Newcastle NEWCASTLE GAA
There was a massive jackpot winner last week, the numbers were 03, 06, 19 and 21. Ann Ryan c/o Pauline Grant was the winner of 12,800. There was seven match-three winners each receiving €30. The jackpot now stands at 2,000 the next draw is Monday, July 16.
FITNESS TRANSFORMATION
Calorie Blitz class is on Monday 7 p.m., Strength and Conditioning class is on Wednesday at 7 p.m., suitable for all levels of fitness new members always welcome contact Colly Yeoman at 087 9024045.
COMMUNITY CENTRE BADMINTON
Badminton takes place every Tuesday at 8.3oPM New members are always welcome and it’s a great way to keep fit.
COUNTRY MARKET
The North Wicklow country market takes place in the community centre every Saturday from 10.30 p.m. to 12.30 p.m.
CASTLE INN
There is a massive fundraiser this Sunday, July 22, for our local community centre. The annual Duck Derby is on at the Castle Inn From 2 p.m. till Late, ducks cost five euro and all proceeds go to the Newcastle Community Centre. They are on sale in the Castle Inn or Watchorns Shop. There will be entertainment at the pub till late, DJ, music from This way up, Aaron McMahon, barbecue, kids games, face painters, raffle. Spiderman is even going to there, please come along and support your local community centre.
NEWTOWN/NEWCASTLE MEN’S SHED
The Newcastle/Newtown Men’s Shed are having an open day on Saturday, July 21, from midday till 4 p.m. take a chance to see behind the scences see what the lads get up to. There will be a barbecue and free Ice Cream get up and support your European Union nominated Men’s Shed movement.
Kilcoole THANK YOU FROM KEEP KILCOOLE TIDY.
Keep Kilcoole Tidy would like to thank everyone who made our Children’s Day a success on Saturday, July 7, at Little Tern Park in Kilcoole. Hundreds of children and families joined us to celebrate our community and the important part Tidy Towns plays in making Kilcoole a beautiful place to live. Special thanks to Joseph Hunt, Sarah Donnelly and James Scott for organising; to Linda White and Kilcoole Youth Cafe, who supervised the fun being had on the bouncy castles; and to the many Tidy Towns volunteers who helped on the day.
We hope everyone in our community will take part in keeping the village tidy this summer. Volunteers are always welcome and can find out more at kilcoole.ie.
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF ST. ANTHONY’S CHURCH.
St Anthony’s Church, Kilcoole, will celebrate its 50th Anniversary on July 29 this year with Mass at midday in Kilcoole. As part of our year of celebration we would like to do a photo display of events taking place in the church over the past 50 years. It would be wonderful if you could share some photos of your church celebrations with us. Photos should be clearly named with contact details and can be left in the sacristy in Kilcoole or email tostanthonyschurch50@gmail.com.
We appreciate any photos and we will ensure that all photos are returned safely.
BINGO
Come join us for Monday Night Bingo in St Patrick’s Hall, Kilcoole. First game at 8 p.m. €10 per book (to include loose sheet and jackpot game). Extra loose sheet €1. Raffle Tickets on sale on the night. All welcome to attend.
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 4 p.m. and is closed for lunch between 12.30 p.m and 1.15 p.m.
KILCOOLE INDOOR BOWLS
Bowls takes place every Thursday evening at 8 p.m. in St Patrick’s/Forrester’s Hall. New members are welcome. Why not give it a try.
PARENT AND 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.
NOTES
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Shankill ST JAMES’ CHURCH OF IRELAND, CRINKEN.
Worship Service for Sunday, July 22 – Trinity Eight: 11 a.m. Morning Praise.
RATHMICHAEL CHURCH OF IRELAND
Worship Service for Sunday, July 22, The Eight Sunday after Trinity: 8.30 a.m. Holy Communion; 11 a.m. Morning Prayer followed afterwards by coffee in the Erck Hall; 7 p.m. Holy Communion, Lectors Barbara and Terry Bates.
The Alpha/In-Between Club: Three books have been chosen for summer reading: ‘A Gentleman in Moscow’ by Amor Towles’ ‘The Tattooist of Auschwitz’ by Heather Morris and ‘Wonder’ by RJ Palacio. The next meeting is on Tuesday, September 25.
Rathmichael Parish Fête: This year’s Fête will take place in the grounds of Rathmichael National School, Shankill, on Saturday, September 8, from midday to 4 p.m.
ST ANNE’S PARISH SHANKILL
St Anne’s Resource Centre Hours: St Anne’s Resource Centre is open 9 a.m. to 8.30 p.m. Monday to Thursday and on Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Those requiring Baptism/Confirmation certificates or application forms for baptism can obtain them during the above hours. Please note that the parish office is the only place where certificates and application forms can be processed.
Mass Times: Mass is celebrated in St Anne’s Church at 10 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. Monday to Friday (except during July, August and September). Weekend Mass times are Saturday 6.30 p.m. Vigil Mass and on Sunday at 8 a.m., 10.30 a.m. (Family Mass), midday, and 6 p.m. Confessions are heard on Saturdays after the 10 a.m. Mass, between 12.30 p.m. and 1 p.m., and after the 6.30 p.m. Mass.
Mass Time Change: Until the end of September there will be no celebration of the Monday to Friday 7.30 p.m. Mass.
Film Night: The July Film Night takes place on Saturday, July 28, at 8 p.m. in St Anne’s Resource Centre when the film being screened will be ‘The Magnificent Seven’ starring Yul Brynner, Steve McQueen, Robert Vaughan, James Coburn, and Eli Wallach.
Invitation: We hope to begin a new group for the young people of the parish and invite all young people from the age of 13 to 25 to join us for pizza and to discuss the new youth group which we hope to begin in September. A meeting to discuss this group will take place (Wednesday) in St Anne’s Resource Centre, Shankill, at 7.30 p.m.
Cemetery Sundays – Mass of remembrance and blessing of the Graves: In Kilgobbin Cemetery, Sandyford, this Sunday at 3 p.m.; St Mochonog’s, Kilmacanogue, on Sunday, August 19, at 3 p.m.; St Kevin’s, Glencree, on Sunday, September 2, at 9.30 a.m.; and St Patrick’s, Curtlestown, on Sunday, September 2, at 3 p.m.
Men’s coffee morning: The Men’s coffee morning takes place every Friday from 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 p.m. in St Anne’s Resource Centre. Please join us if you are free.
OLD DUBLIN SOCIETY
Shankill and District readers wishing to join the Old Dublin Society, which covers the history of Dublin City and county including Shankill, can obtain a membership application form from public libraries in Shankill, Dalkey, Cabinteely, and Bray, or by post from James Scannell, Old Dublin Society PRO, 19 Hazelwood, Shankill.
FIRST SATURDAY BOOK SALE
The August First Saturday Book Sale, which supports the Shankill Old Folks Association, will take place in the Shankill Old Folks Centre, Lower Road, Shankill, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 4, so make a point of calling into it during that Saturday morning and avail of the opportunity to pick up some excellent reading material for the summer. Donations of books, which must be in a good and clean condition, other than school/text books, will be accepted on the day. Photographs and memorial cards found in donated books can be collected at the book sale. Supporting the First Saturday Book Sale supports the Shankill Community.
SHANKILL LIBRARY
Opening hours for Shankill Library are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., and on alternate Fridays and Saturdays the library will be closed this Friday and open on Saturday. To renew or inquire about a book call 01 2827801 or email shankillib@dlrcoco.ie.
The parents and Toddler Group meets on Monday mornings (except bank holiday Mondays and the second Monday of the month), from 10.30 a.m. to 11.20 a.m.
RATHMICHAEL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The next event for members of the Rathmichael Historical Society, the local history society for Shankill, Ballybrack and the surrounding area, is tomorrow’s (Thursday) 11 a.m. Free guided tour of Grangegorman Military Cemetery, Blackhorse Avenue, Dublin 7. Further information from 01 6770095 or see opwdublincommemorative.ie.
A book written by local author Séamus Murphy, who died in 2015 called ‘Having It Away’ A story of Freedom, Friendship and IRA Jailbreak’ is now available from the Town Hall Bookshop. This book tells the story of his escape from Wakefield Prison in Brian in the 1950s where he was serving a term of long imprisonment as a participant in the raid on the Arbourfield arms depot. With the assistance of other Republicans and members of EOKA, he managed to escape and return to Ireland.
This book tells the story of his time in prison and escape and return to Ireland. In August the Society’s 44th summer Series of Evening Lectures will take place in Rathmichael National School, Stonebridge Road, Shankill, at 8 p.m. nightly from Monday, August 13, to Friday, August 17.
IRISH COUNTRYWOMEN’S ASSOCIATION (ICA) SHANKILL GUILD
The guild meets on the second Monday of the month at 3.30 p.m. in St Anne’s Resource Centre. Craft Morning takes place in St Anne’s Resource Centre on Tuesday mornings from 10.30 a.m. and 12.30 p.m. Culture outings are held at different times throughout the year. New members always welcome contact Patricia O’Connor at 282 0733.
COMMUNITY FIRST RESPONDERS
Want to become a volunteer and learn to save a life? New members welcome. No First Aid experience needed. Full training provided. Contact shankillcfr@gmail.com or visit shankillcfr.ie.
SHANKILL GAA CLUB
The juvenile Academy Sponsored by O’Donnell’s Pharmacy is taking a summer break and will resume activities in early August at 10 a.m. on Saturdays in Stonebridge Road, Shankill. Our older teams members should check with their team manager for summer training times and other and activities. There was no jackpot winner in last Sunday week’s ‘Chase the Ace’ draw in Brady’s – the €50 prize went David Sully. Last week’s jackpot was €600. Tickets are €2 each or three for €5.
Well done to our 10 new coaches who just completed the Foundation Coaching course they are very welcome.
Our summer camp sponsored by O’Donnell’s Pharmacy Shankill which was held in St Laurence
Laragh& Glendalough
College was a brilliant success. With approximately 200 boys and girls attending and the beautiful sunshine everyone had a great time learning new skills of Hurling, Football and camogie enjoying games and even organising their own song concert.
You can see some of the craic at the camp on a video which is available on our Facebook page.
Steve Davis, our GPO, was the camp director and was assisted by Dublin super stars Molly Lamb, Conor Mullally, Emma McDonagh, Aoife Kane, Sinéad O’Donoghue and Alan McHugh, together with our own young adult coaching assistants who have been with us from the start.
Dublin footballer Con O’Callaghan dropped in for the medal ceremony which was great.
Thank you to the coaches, the organising committee who did all the admin work to make it the best summer camp yet, Liza our club photographer, Fitzpatrick’s Hotel Killiney, who provided a zillion bottles of water all week to keep us cool and local company Lava Digital Marketing, who produced the fantastic video.
A special thanks to our main sponsor O’Donnell’s Pharmacy Shankill we could not manage without you. If you have any questions contact GPO Steve Davis 087 6414123 or email stevedavis203@gmail.com.
BLESSINGS OF GRAVES IN ST COLUMCILLE’S HOSPITAL,
Was held last Saturday at afternoon in the former Famine Cemetery at which the hospital chaplains Ms Marianne Quinn, Fr Patrick McGlanagh, Rev John Tannerm, who were joined by Fr John O’Connell, SAC, PP, St Anne’s Parish, Shankill, and Fr Twohig, SAC, officiated. The ceremony included readings by Ms Linda O’Leary, manager, St Columcille’s Hospital and Ms Marianne Quinn, The act of remembrance by Fr McGlanaghy in which candles were for the adults and children who died, concluding with an Anointing for the Healing of Hurts and Final Blessing.
OPEN GARDEN DAY
Join us for Open Garden at St Ann’s, Lower Main Street, Rathdrum, on Saturday, July 21, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. (Gardeners, Lin and Michael Ryan). Tea, coffee, scones and cream with family activities. Parking in the car park at the top of the hill (old VEC)-shuttle will be provided. All proceeds in aid of the roof fund in St Saviour’s Church. A suggested donation of €10. Children are free.
WICKLOW CONNECTIONS PHOTO COMPETITION.
Wicklow Uplands Council invites you to send us photos which depict aspects of Wicklow’s diverse Cultural Heritage. It might be of the stunning landscape, a town or village scene, people at work or play in the landscape, a building, an archaeological site or monument, an activity associated with Wicklow etc., Essentially your ‘connection’ with Co Wicklow. Entrants are encouraged to provide a short caption (60 words max) which provides insight into the story behind the image. Go to wicklowuplands.ie to view rules of the competition. Entries to the competition will be selected to form an exhibition on the Cultural Heritage Theme ‘Wicklow Connections’ which will be launched at the Brockagh Resource Centre for National Heritage Week 2018 (heritageweek.ie).
TAKING CARE OF YOUR EMOTIONAL HEALTH AND WELL BEING.
This workshop will introduce you to the basic emotional needs which we all have, including the need for security, connection to others, attention. Understanding these needs and how to meet them in balance results in emotional well-being and improved mental health. So come along to this fun and relaxed 10-week course and take back charge of your life. Starting on September 19, 10 p.m. to 12.30 p.m. For more information and to register your interest please contact Avril Bailey at 087 1330839 avril.bailey@gmail. com. To read Avril’s profile and the Human Givens approach check out dublinhumangivens.ie.
LOCAL LINK BUS SERVICE COUNTY WICKLOW AREA.
Local Link Carlow, Kilkenny, Wicklow, have now issued a County Wicklow bus services timetable. Anyone can avail of this service. Free Travel pass holders and children under three years travel free with adult return €5 and student return €3. For online information please visit locallink.ie or phone LoCall 1890 42 41 41, landline 056 7715912. Email ringalink@gmail.com.
VOCAL WORKSHOP WEEKEND
Do you love to sing? Treat yourself to a weekend of uplifting music made by you at the Sian Croose Vocal Workshop weekend from July 21 to July 22 at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. Contact Tessa at 087 7961707 or email tessavan@ eircom.net.
MAINTENANCE PERSON/ CAR PARK ATTENDANT.
The Brockagh Resource Centre wishes to recruit a parttime maintenance person/car park attendant. Applications must be received by noon on July 20. Applicants must be eligible for the Community Services Programme (eligibility is confined to those in receipt of certain DEASP payments, Contact the manager, Pauline Fahy, at 0404 45600 for further information or email brockaghresourcecentre@gmail.com.
GLENDALOUGH CAR BOOT SALES
Car boot day on Sunday, August 5, open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vans must be booked in. Please pre-book indoor spaces early. Contact the Brockagh Centre at 0404 45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net if you wish to book an indoor space or if you prefer to sell outside just show up at 8 a.m. on the morning.
Bray CHRIST CHURCH C OF I, BRAY.
Services of Worship for Sunday, July 22 – Trinity 8: 8.30 a.m. – Holy Communion One; 11 a.m. Family Service.
HOLY REDEEMER PARISH NEWS
Holy Redeemer Parish: Call 01 2868413. Website: holyredeemerbray.ie email office@holyredeemerbray.ie.
Prayer Opportunities: Prayer group with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Monday in the Presbytery at 8 p.m.; Lectio Divina Tuesday Group will resume in September; Holy Face Devotions, Tuesday immediately after the 7 p.m. Mass in the main church. (Prayer booklets available for new members); Bray Gathering Charismatic Prayer Group, Wednesday in the Little Flower Hall, at 8 p.m.; Silent Holy Hour in the Side Chapel, Friday.
Evening Mass for the month of July: There will be no evening weekday Mass for the month of July. The church will close its doors each day at 4 p.m.
Youth 2000 – summer Festival: The annual Youth Festival will be held in the Cistercian College in Roscrea, Co. Tipperary, from August 16 to August 19. The festival is aimed at 16- to 35-year-olds and is a donationonly festival. Young people will be treated to inspiring talks, testimonies, prayer, great music, Dramas, workshops, as well as a great opportunity to meet new friends and enjoy themselves. Book your place today email office@youth2000.ie or call 01 675 3690.
OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE PARISH
Welcome to Eucharistic Adoration: We invite you to commit to one hour per week. If you currently attend but are not signed up, we would encourage you to become part of the official rota as we need to ensure that each hour is covered. Signing up is easy. There are cards and information at the special display at the back of the church. Please fill in one of the cards and leave it in the box provided.
Parish Pilgrimage to Lourdes: Bookings for our Parish Pilgrimage to Lourdes are now being taken in the Villa Pacis (weekdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.). A meeting for those going on our Parish Pilgrimage to Lourdes will be held tonight (Wednesday) at 8 p.m. in the Villa Pacis.
Congratulations: To Dr Patricia Scanlon from Windgates on receiving an award from Cancer Research Institure, Lyon, French, for her work with children in Africa.
ST PETER’S PARISH, LITTLE BRAY
Hall Bookings and To Book a Mass: To book a room in the Parish Hall or a Mass, please contact Sharon in the parish office at 01 282 9467. Mass cards available at the parish office.
Mass Times: Sunday at 10 a.m. and 11.30 a.m. First Friday of the Month: 11 a.m.
World Meeting of Families 2018 events: The World Meeting of Families 2018 events at which Pope Francis has confirmed attendance are: Festival of families on Saturday, August 25, in Croke Park; Sunday, August 26, Pope Francis will visit Knock Shrine in Co. Mayo; and then return to Dublin for the Final Mass which will be held in the Phoenix Park, that Sunday afternoon. These events are free but every adult and child in attendance will need a ticket to access the venues. Places are subject to availability. Tickets to Croke Park and Phoenix Park will be free but are currently only available to people who register for World Meeting of Families Pastoral Congress on August 22, 23rd, and 24th. Ticket: Tickets to the pastoral congress in the RDS will cost €33 per day/3 day ticket is €68.Under-18s are free. All events will be ticketed, even those that are free. People can now register for tickets for the pastoral congress in the RDS and all those registered for tickets will also be guaranteed tickets for the festival of Families in Croke Park and the final Mass in the Phoenix Park. For more information please go to worldmeeting2018.ie/en/ Tickets/Tickets-Registration.
Volunteers for Aware Needed: Did you know that just a few hours of your time each week can really make a difference in someone else’s life. Make a difference in someone’s tomorrow. Aware needs you – volunteer today. For more information visit: aware.ie/ volunteering or call 01 6617211.
ST FERGAL’S PARISH, BALLYWALTRIM.
Novena to St Anthony: On Tuesday mornings during the 9.30 a.m. Mass.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: On Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
St Mochonog’s Church, Kilmacanogue: Cemetery Sunday Blessing of the graves will take place on Sunday, August 19, at 3 p.m.
RAILWAY HISTORY
Bray and North Wicklow readers interested in joining the Irish Railway Record Society which holds lectures on various aspects of Ireland’s railway history and heritage, can obtain a membership application form by post from the Dublin Area Representative, The Irish Railway Record Society, 48 Chalfont Road, Malahide, Co. Dublin SAE appreciated or email membership@irrs.ie.
BRAY LIBRARY
Bray Library opening hours are Monday/Wednesday/ Friday/Saturday – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday – 10 a.m. to 8.30 p.m. Borrowers are reminded that books can be renewed by phone call 01 2862600.
BALLYWALTRIM LIBRARY
Branch opening hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesdays. The library is closed on Mondays and Fridays. Borrowers are reminded that books can be renewed by phone call 01 2723205.
BRAY CUALANN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
During Heritage Week 2018 which runs from Saturday, August 18, to Sunday, August 26, the Bray Cualann Historical Society, the local history society for Bray and North Wicklow, will hold a number of events during that week and details of these will be announced shortly.
Vevay RAIN
At last a wee drop of rain for our parched soil. Most of us cannot remember having such a long dry spell. Perhaps it gives