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us some idea about what and why a prolonged drought can be so disastrous in many of the African countries when it brings starvation to so many people.

QUEEN OF PEACE ADVENTURE YOUTH CLUB

Summer plans include a trip to Clara Lara Fun Park and a camping trip to the Hidden Valley. In addition to the normal water sports programme three members are enrolled on a snorkel training course which includes rescue learning.

Seacrest residents have a co-ordinator who is keen to maintain the shrubs in the estate in good condition. This requires volunteers. Anyone can help by calling into Andrew Lindsey at number one, and joining his gardening group.

Due to the present sea calmness and clear under water visibility Bray Divers Sub-Aqua Club are making the most of it while it lasts. Year to date 75 dives have been organised locally, nationwide and abroad. To encourage new members the club is offering the cheapest membership and training package in the country. For details about their tailor made courses to suit trainees call Albert at 087 6756439, and you could be a diver within a few days.

LUNCH CLUB

A reminder that the Active Retirement Lunch club will take place on Friday, July 27, in Byrne and Woods at 1.30 p.m.

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.

PATTERN DAY

The annual Pattern Day Walk from Moneystown Community Centre to Lady’s Well Ballymanus Upper on Carrick Mountain will take place Sunday, August 19, leaving Moneystown at 6 p.m. The route is five and a half miles in total (good walking shoes recommended and no dogs allowed). Suitable for older children accompanied by adults.

The route is along the road and then on Coillte roads. Lady’s well is an ancient holy well that is marked on the Neville Maps of 1760 as an important site. The well was rediscovered in 2013 and there has been a walk every year on or close to the original pattern day August 15.

There will be a short talk on the history and traditions of the holy wells and also relevant local history. If you want to play music, read a poem or sing a song feel free to join in as singing, dancing etc were all part of the traditions of pattern days and visits to the well. Refreshments after the walk in Moneystown Community Centre. Any queries please contact Rosaleen at rosaleendurkin8@ gmail.com. Facebook page: Wicklow Wells

NATURE WALKS

Join the Wicklow Mountains National Park Guides on a children’s nature walk at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays in July and August to explore various aspects of the National Park. Suitable for all age groups. An adult must stay with their children and be prepared to join in. No booking or charges apply. Meet at the Information Office near the Upper Lake in Glendalough. Topics to be covered include:, Wednesday, July 18: Wildflowers, Wednesday, July 25: Birds, Wednesday, August 1: Trees, Wednesday, August 8: Bugs, Wednesday, August 15: Mammals, Wednesday, August 22: History. For further information call the Wicklow Mountains National Park Information Office at 0404 45425.

ROUNDWOOD FESTIVAL 2018.

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 RETIREMENT 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.

AN AFTERNOON WITH MARY DAVIES

Mary Davies is a renowned author, gardener, historian, books editor and a former resident of Oldbridge.

She has written extensively over the years about the wonders of Wicklow of times past and present. As part of the Baltynanima Pure Mile, we are delighted to include this event where Mary will read a selection of her writings about Wicklow and there will be an opportunity for the audience to ask her questions. The talk will start at 3.30 p.m. in Roundwood Parish Hall on Saturday, July 21, and will finish by 5 p.m. This is a free event. All welcome.

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.

POPE’S MASS

Roundwood Mini Bus Service Pope’s Mass in the Phoenix Park Sunday, August 26. If there is enough interest, I will put a bus on to the Phoenix Park. Please contact Gerry O’Toole at 01 2818561 before July 31 to put your name down. An update re prices and times etc will be issued after that date.

WHIST

Next Whist is on tonight Wednesday, July 18, in the Parish Centre, Roundwood.

MUSIC IN CALARY

The next concert in Calary Church will take place at 8 p.m. on Sunday, July 22, when Lorna Breen (soprano), Andrew Gavin (tenor) and Mairead Hurley (accompanist) will perform opera arias, Irish airs and pieces by Gilbert and Sullivan. Lorna is an accomplished young soprano from County Wicklow.

This concert is being held to raise much needed funds to support Sister Mary Killeen’s work for street children in the slums of Nairobi and there is the option of a delicious supper in the church room before the concert starts.

The supper will begin at 6 p.m. and the concert will start at 8 p.m. Tickets for the supper and concert are €40, while those for the concert on its own will be €18 and €15 for concessions and cam be booked from John 01 2818146 or by emailing derekneilson@eircom.net.

LOTTO RESULTS

There was no jackpot winner in last week’s draw. The numbers drawn were 3, 6, 18 and 23 There was six match-three winners, Lily Webster, L & W Belton, C Price, Eddie Hanway, Emma Wolohan and Suzanne Russell Next week’s jackpot will be €17,500

BARBECUE

Annamoe centre will hold their annual barbecue on Saturday, August 25, at 1 p.m.

HOME PRODUCERS RE-OPEN

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.

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.

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. 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.

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.

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 8.30 p.m. for the summer months tea served. Virus-free. avast.com.