Enniskerry
PARTY
There was a great turnout at the annual Christmas party in Parish Hall in Enniskerry last Saturday. There was a lovely meal, a free raffle and a sing-song second to none, with an additional group Enniskerry Choral Society making an appearanc.
Well done to the Organisers and helpers on a great oclarion.
CELEBRATIONS.
Gavin Barton will have a double celebration over the coming weeks, firstly by being elected as Player of the year in the Junior B Championship and later when the club will have a dinner dance in the summer Hill Hotel.
DARTS
Powerscourt Arms Darts team are back in action following the Christmas break. Some members took part in Doubles and others will soon be pitching in the Singles before the Leagues resume.
JOINT EFFORT
Enniskerry GAA and Youth Club raised €1,000 for charity at a special ‘game’ in Fassaroe over the Christmas holidays. Well done to all who played. Veterans Stephan Barry. And Gary Kavanagh were to the fore.
NOTES CONTACT
Please send your notices to Liam Kane at commliam@gmail. com before 9 p.m. on Sunday nights.
PARISH OF POWERSCOURT WITH KILBRIDE.
Services of Worship in Powerscourt for this Sunday – The Second Sunday after the Epiphany – The baptism of Jesus: 8.30 a.m. – Holy Communion One (Said); 11.30 a.m. – Holy Communion Two.
Services of Worship in Kilbride for this Sunday – The Second Sunday after the Epiphany – The baptism of Jesus: 10 a.m. – Holy Communion One.
Parish Website: The parish of the Immaculate Heart of Mary has its own website. Please check out ‘Enniskerryparish.ie’ for the latest information about our parish.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: Kilmacanogue – First Wednesday of each month in St Mochonog’s Church, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Enniskerry – After 10.15 a.m. Mass each Friday morning in St Mary’s Church.
Pilgrimages: This year we hope to organise a number of pilgrimages – Lourdes, Garabandal, Medjugorge, Rome/Assisi – Pietrelcina – as well as Knock. If you have an interest in travelling please talk to Fr Hyacinth or Sadie in St Mary’s Sacristy after Sunday Masses.
HISTORY SOCIETY
Last Thursday night there was a very large attendance the January meeting of the Enniskerry History Society, which meets the guidance of its president, John Callan, for the opening lecture in the Society’s Spring 2020 programme by local historian, Brian White, local historian author, and chairman of the Bray Cualann Historical Society, with his lecture ‘The War of Independence, 1919-1921, and Civil War, 1922-1923, in Enniskerry.’ Venue for this wide ranging lecture was the Powerscourt Arms Hotel, Enniskerry Village, during which Brian recalled incidents and people from the area who took part in the War of Independence and Civil War. James Scannell, Bray Cualann Historical Society and the Old Dublin Society, will be the guest presenter for the Thursday, February 13, 8.30 p.m. meeting of the Enniskerry History Society in the Powerscourt Arms Hotel at which he will present his lecture ‘A Brief History of the Great Northern Railway (Ireland), 1876 – 1958’ and all are welcome to attend – admission €5.
Some events taking place which may be of interest to members and supporters of the Enniskerry History Society are tonight’s (Wednesday) 8 p.m. lecture by Dr Mary McAuliffe on ‘Experiences and contributions of women during the War of Independence’ to the Greystones Archaeological and Historical Society in the Holy Rosary Centre, La Touche Road, Greystones – all welcome; the 8 p.m. lecture by Rob Goodbody on ‘Shankill – Stretching from the Sea to Carrickgolligan (Shankill Mountain)’ to the Dun Laoghaire Borough Historical Society in the Royal Marine Hotel, Dun Laoghaire; tomorrow (Thursday) night’s 8 p.m. AGM of the Bray Cualann Historical Society in the Royal Hotel, Main Street, Bray, Co. Wicklow, and all members are requested to attend. The AGM will be followed by a presentation ‘If in Doubt Ask: The Great Northern Railway (Ireland), 1876 – 1958’ by James Scannell. All welcome – admission €6; and Friday nights 8 p.m. lecture by Liam Kenny covering ‘The arrival of fire and manoeuvre on the battlefield: the early battles of the Boer War, 1899’ to the Military History Society of Ireland in
Colin Byrne and Liam Fenton who were cheering on Wicklow RFC in their recent rugby clash against Bective Rangers.
Griffith College, South Circular Road, Dublin eight. All welcome – wheelchair access available; and the 23rd Sir John T Gilbert Commemorative Lecture which will take place at 6 p.m. on Thursday, January 23, in the Conference Room of Dublin City Library and Archive, 138 – 144 Pearse Street, Dublin, at which Professor John Shovlin, university of Liverpool, will present ‘John McGahern’s Dublin.’ All welcome – admission free but places allocated on a first come basis so come early to be sure of a seat.
Further information about the Enniskerry History Society available from John Callan at 01 2867853.
ENNISKERRY LIBRARY
Opening hours for the library on Church Road, Enniskerry, 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.
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In early January 1905 Miss M Meldon gave a series of lectures in Poultry-keeping in Enniskerry, most likely for the Department of Agriculture and Technical Instruction.
CRAFT FAIR
A Craft Fair takes place in the Parochial Hall, Enniskerry, on Sundays from 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
The next GAA bingo will be in Glenealy village hall on Sunday, January 19, at 3 p.m. Great cash prizes to be won. Look forward to seeing you all on the day and bring a friend.
ST JOSEPH’S CHURCH 150TH
St Joseph’s church Glenealy celebration book is on sale at €5 per copy in Earls Newsagents Wicklow, The Village Store Glenealy and at Glenealy hall.
INDOOR BOWLS
Indoor bowls is played in Glenealy Village Hall every Wednesday night from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Just drop in any Wednesday night if you would like to start playing in door bowls.
For more information contact 040444040.
FOROIGE YOUTH CLUB
Glenealy Foróige Youth club meets in Glenealy Village Hall every Friday night from 8 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. for youths aged from 12 years to 18 years.
For more information contact the club phone number at 087 0973519.
GYMBOREE
Gymboree Play and music classes are on every Tuesday morning at 11 a.m. in Glenealy village hall. Suitable for babies, toddlers and Pre-Schoolers from six months – four years. Teach your child a love of music through songs, dance, movement fun and musical instruments, exploring various different music styles. Booking is essential as places are limited. Contact Rachel at 086 830212 for more information and to book your place.
SATURDAYS PLAYGROUP
Pilates classes are on in Glenealy Village Hall on Tuesday evenings from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Beginners/improvers and all ages welcome. seven weeks for €70 or drop-in-rate €12. Pilates strengthens core muscles, improves
Ballinaclash Community Association is looking for volunteers for the Village Clean Up. We are meeting Saturday January 18, at 2.30 p.m., at the Community Hall. Tea and biccies afterwards. Further details at facebook.com/ ballinaclash