Aughrim
YOGACLASSES
Mixed level yoga classes will recommence on September 12 at Aughrim Community Sports Complex. Wednesday evenings 8 p.m. to 9.15 p.m. and Monday mornings 9.30 a.m. to 10.45 a.m. Six-week course €60, drop in rate €13 per class. Places are limited so please text/call Yvonne at 087 6778733 to book or for more details.
ACTIVE RETIREMENT
Our summer break is coming to a close. We are having our first meeting of members on Tuesday, September 4, in the usual venue at 10.30 a.m. Look forward to seeing you all there. We will be speaking about items on the agenda for the coming months.
JIM’S WAY
The family of Jim O’Brien would like to sincerely thank all those who contributed to and/ or attended the renaming of the Pure Mile to Jim’s Way. It was a fitting and touching tribute.
PERFORMING ARTS
Elevation School of Performing Arts returns for its 12th year in Aughrim. Delivering even more classes in Modern, Ballet, Drama and now in Musical Theatre, Mini Stars, Commercial Dance and Boys Commercial Action Theatre Dance there is something for everyone on our schedule.
Whether it’s for enjoyment, grading or performance opportunities, or just somewhere to dance, act or sing your cares away surrounded by good friends then ESPA is the place to nurture your child’s goals as we focus on fun, progressive development and socialising in a safe and encouraging setting.
Teachers are fully and professionally qualified to ensure children learn through safe performance practice to build skills using fun and original techniques. Classes resume on Thursday, September 13, between 2: 45 p.m. to 8 p.m. and also on Friday, September 14, between 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Our full timetable can be found at elevationschoolofperformingarts.com. For enquiries or to book contact Kate at elevationdance@gmail.com or call at 086 8256775.
PARISH ADMINISTRATOR
The Church of the Sacred Heart parish pastoral council are pleased to announce that Fr David Fleming has been appointed by Archbishop Diarmuid Martin as Administrator of our parish. Fr David’s appointment will commence from the weekend of September 01/02 2018. We welcome Fr David to Aughrim and look forward to having a locally based priest back in our community.
ANNUAL SHEEP SHOW
The 51st annual Aughrim Sheep Show and sale will take place in Carnew Mart on Friday, September 7, starting at 9 a.m. Entries forms are available from Alan Kinsella 087 2792157 or padraighealy4@hotmail.com. Presentation Cabaret will be held on the night in O’Toole’s, Aughrim at 9 p.m. Many thanks to all who supported the Commemo- rative Book. Copies are still available from all committee members for €15.
TAI CHI /QI GONG CLASSES
Learn gentle flowing healing movements that relieve stress, improve flexibility and mobility. Tai Chi and Qi Gong Classes Wednesday evenings from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Aughrim Sports and Leisure Complex. Cost €80 for a block of eight classes. New block commencing Wednesday, September 5 – beginners welcome.
For enquiries or to book a place call Ann Martin 087 6081219. Email solarsoundhealingwicklow@gmail.com. Ann is a registered instructor with the Jade Sun School of Tai Chi and Qi Gong. She is also a registered practitioner of Solar Sound Healing. See jadesunschool.com
LOTTO
The numbers 1, 8, 11 and 15 drawn in the sports club lotto on Monday last August 20The jackpot was not won. Match-three winners were Gerry Keogh and Kyle and Garry. The jackpot is €2,100.
NOTES DEADLINE
Items to be included in the Aughrim notes should be emailed to aughrimnotes@eircom.net before 8 p.m. on Sundays. Do not send attachments.