AROUND THE DISTRICTS

RATHDRUM AVONDALE GAA CLUB AVONDALE GAA CLUB LOTTO RESULTS

Lotto draw Tuesday, May 7, No drawn were 9, 18, 20 and 23 Four match-three winners Dinah Newsome c/o Wise Owl Phoebe and Finn c/o Séamus Doyle Thomas O’Neill c/o Eileen Kennedy Marie Sunderland and Sandra Kinsella c/o Catherine Thanks for all your continued support Next draw Tuesday, May 14, jackpot is one thousand two hundred euros Congratulations to John Fogarty, who won the Avondale GAA club lotto of €6,000. John was presented with his cheque at the 24-hour cycle fundraiser the lotto is a great source of funding and we appreciate everyone who buys tickets every week.

LONG PUCK

Under-12 long puck was held in Avondale last Friday evening winners were Paudie Byrne Gerard Heffernan Pádraig Bolton and Oisin Kearns top three to represent Avondale in the county final in the summer.

GAA

Avondale under-15 footballers playing last Friday night and who beat AGB Well done lads and keep up the good work match result: Michael Hogans 5-12 (27) Newtown 1-09 (12) brilliant win for the lads some great performances from Warren Hubbert and Calem Nagle and Darcy Santos future is looking seriously good for Avondale Avondale junior hurling result: Avondale 0-13 (13) Carnew 2-19 (25) Avondale scores on the night were Niall Heffernan 0-08 Dylan Graham 0-01 Keith Byrne 0-02 Cormac McGraynor 0-01 Karl Phelan 0-01 Match report: Avondale 2-11 (17) An Tochar 2-16 (22) Unlucky to suffer a defeat but we take a lot positives from this game. 2-11 scored in any game is impressive. We led at half time but a strong An Tochar bench was the difference while we had the same 15 all game. We have one league game left against Blessington on Tuesday week. Then attention turns to preparation of championship. Starting team: one Danny Morley two Kevin Fitz three Shane Byrne four Ryan Kenny five Eugene Dunne six Shane Beevor seven Dean Gahan eight Cormac McGraynor nine Saoirse Kearon 10 Mark O’Reilly 11 Seán McGraynor 12 Michael O’Dea 13 Ross Ward 14 Shane Farrar 15: Donal McGraynor Subs: 16: Brian Burke 17: Shay McGraynor 18: Chris Sillery 19: Paudie Geoghegan Scorers: Donal McGraynor 2-7 Mark O’Reilly 0-2 Seán McGraynor 0-1 Shane Farrar 0-1 Well done to the boys who won their Féile group this morning in Ballinakill. They beat Ashford and Michael Dwyers to win their group on the day. Some amazing football played and huge potential in this team. No doubt we’ll be seeing these lads play at the highest level for this club.

A NIGHT FOR GERARDINE

Music a night of song, music and memories Performances by: The Ger. Cooper memorial folk group and Rathdrum parish choir and Liam Kinsella and Three’s harmony and John and Denis Nolan and various other guests will take place on Sunday, May 26, at 7 p.m. in St Mary’s and St Michael’s parish church Rathdrum Tickets cost €10 and are available from Avondale sports Rathdrum or at the door on the night refreshments afterwards.

RATHDRUM RUGBY CLUB

Unfortunately we have had to cancel our upcoming drive in movie due to unforeseen circumstances. Thanks to everyone who purchased tickets we hope to be able to host another movie in the future. Refunds will be issued in the coming days.

CONDOLENCES

Deepest sympathy to Tom and Rose and Delores and Theresa and Bob and and Edel and Patriece and the extended family on the passing of Mary McDonald. A wife, a mother, and a grandmother May she rest in peace amen.

RATHDRUM MEN’S SHED

Rathdrum Men’s Shed meet for social gatherings at the Parochial House on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 10 a.m., and 1 p.m. and on Saturdays between 10 a.m. and midday. We are looking for new members, so if you are interested in joining us, please come along for a cup of tea and a friendly chat. For information, please call Tony at 087 1215413 or Johnny at 083 0637727.

MAD DRAMA SCHOOL

Mad drama school Rathdrum end of year showcase Circus Extravaganza at Avondale GAA complex Rathdrum May 31 at 7.30 p.m. Entry is €10 for admission.

PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE

Maura and Michael Heffernan from Greenane are organising a pilgrimage to Medjugorje from the 10th to October 17 next the price of the pilgrimage is €785. If you would like more information contact Maura or Michael or Marian pilgrimage at 01 8788159 or marian.ie.

BLESSING OF THE GRAVES GLENEALY

The blessing of the graves in Glenealy will take place on Saturday, July 20, at 3 p.m.

AVONDALE CAMOGIE CLUB

Congratulations to the Avondale Community College Junior camogie team who overcame Gaelcholáiste Na Mara to book their spot in a county final. A special well done to our very own ladies: Taylor B, Leah K, Rosin M, Ella S, Haidee H, Ella B, Lucy B, Layla B, Nicole M, Ava P, Nina S and Anna C Rathdrum Parish News May 19 Clara Vale at 9 a.m. May 26 Greenane at 10 a.m. June 2 Clara Vale at 9 a.m. June 9 Greenane at 10 a.m. June 16 Clara vale at 9 a.m. June 23 Greenane at 10 a.m. June 30 Clara Vale at 9 a.m.

YOUR NOTES

If any groups or organisations from the surrounding area wants notes in the Rathdrum notes in the Wicklow People newspaper can you please forward them to me via an email to sandyshaugh44@gmail.com or text or WhatsApp them to me on 0833575421 before 2pm on a Sunday.

ENNISKERRY PARISH OF POWERSCOURT WITH KILBRIDE.

Services at Powerscourt with Kilbride: All Services are available on the Parish YouTube Channel at youtube.

Service of Worship in St Patrick’s Church, Powerscourt, for this Sunday the day of Pentecost (Whit Sunday): 11.30 a.m. All Age Service.

Service of Worship in St Brigid’s Church, Kilbride, for this Sunday the day of Pentecost (Whit Sunday): 9.45 a.m. Holy Communion two.

Christ Church Bray Parish Fête: The Christ Church Parish Fête takes place this Saturday from 10.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. in the church grounds on Church Road. There will be a Grand Raffle, Live Music, barbecue, tea, coffee, Cakes, Face Painting, Bouncy Castle, Plants, Tool Sharpening, Gifts, crafts, Handbags, Cosmetics, Jewellery, Books, Toys and Games, Furniture. A fun family filled day out. Admission is €2 children are free. There is a Grand Raffle, tickets for which cost €2 each or a book of six for €10. Tickets are available to purchase from the parish office or at the following link: idonate.

Moving Schools: Along with Holy Trinity, Rathmines, Dublin Glendalough Youth Council (DGYC) is running a two-hour session to help sixth class pupils and their parents/guardians prepare for the big move to secondary school from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 25, in Holy Trinity Church, Rathmines, D06 N9W6. Through the use of video, discussion, games, journals and chats, we will go on a journey exploring the feelings we face during a big change like this, the influences that shape us and the growth opportunities among the challenges. We will see how the Bible and God can help us all in this transition time, and there will be times for child and adult to discuss challenges and opportunities together, as well as a time for parents to hear from those who have children already in secondary school, and share concerns. Spaces may be limited so please make sure you book your place on dgyc.org. If you’ve any questions please contact Emma at dgyc.office@gmail.com.

Irish Trefoil Guild – Guiding for Life: Calling all former leaders of the Irish Girl Guides in Bray and the surrounding area. There is now a Trefoil Guild in Bray. Contact Anne at braytrefoilguild@ gmail.com.

ST MARY’S CHURCH ENNISKERRY

Parish Website: ‘enniskerryparish.ie’ is the parish website of the Immaculate Heart of Mary – check it out for the latest information about our parish.

Kilmacanogue 200: As part of our preparations for the upcoming 200th anniversary of St Mochonog’s, we are hoping to present a photographic exhibition. We would be really grateful if some of our parishioners would root around at home for items of interest. Anything that may bring back memories which we can share would be great. These will be treasured and looked after properly and returned in the same condition. Please give some brief details if you can, the names, context, location etc. If you can possibly help us out in this regard, we would be so grateful. Photos can be left into Joyce in the parish office.

ENNISKERRY HISTORY SOCIETY

Members and supporters of the Enniskerry History Society are asked to note that the following events will take place in the week ahead today (Wednesday) two guest speakers will speak on ‘Reading and collecting books in early modern Ireland and Europe’ at 1 p.m. in the Royal Irish Academy, nine Dawson Street, Dublin two. Admission is free but booking required with the Royal Irish Academy call 01 609 0600 or email info@ria.ie; John Healy will present ‘Devlin’s Pub and the Army Mutiny’ at 6 p.m. to the Old Dublin Society in the Conference Room of Dublin City Library and Archive, 144 Pearse Street, Dublin two. All are welcome – admission is free; Historian in Residence Dr Cormac Moore will present ‘Dublin-Monaghan Bombings 50 Years On’ at 6.30 p.m. in Rathmines Library, 157 Rathmines Road Lower, Rathmines, Dublin six. All are welcome, admission is free with seats allocated on a first-come first-seated basis; Hal Sisk will present ‘Developments in transforming Dun Laoghaire Harbour’ at 8 p.m. to the Dun Laoghaire Borough Historical Society in the Royal Marine Hotel, Marine Road, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin. All are welcome – admission is €5; tomorrow (Thursday) Gerard White will recall ‘A WW2 Maritime Disaster with Bray Connections’ at 8 p.m. to the Bray Cualann Historical Society in the Royal Hotel, Main Street, Bray, Co. Wicklow. All are welcome admission is €8 for non-members; Cormac F Lowth will present ‘Fenian Faces’ at 8 p.m. to the Donabate and Portrane Historical Society in the Church of Ireland, The Square, Portrane, Co. Dublin. All are welcome; James Scannell will present ‘Weapons of the First World War’ at 2 p.m. to the Western Front Association (Dublin Branch) in the Conference Room, Dublin City Library and Archive, 139-144 Pearse Street, Dublin two. All are welcome admission is free donation appreciated; next Monday morning Robert Butler will present ‘The International Hotel Remembered in History and Song’ at 11.30 a.m. in Bray Library, Eglinton Road, Bray. All are welcome admission is free and no booking is required; next Tuesday night the Foxrock Local History Club will hold ‘A Night of Artefacts’ consisting of five minute talks by members on historical artefacts they have in their possession, at 8 p.m. in Foxrock Parish Pastoral Centre, Foxrock, Co. Dublin. All are welcome – admission is €5 for visitors.

ENNISKERRY LIBRARY

Opening hours are Tuesday 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and 1.30 p.m. to 4.30 p.m.; Wednesday: 2 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday: 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and 1.30 p.m. to 4.30 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. The library is closed on Mondays and Thursdays and on the Saturdays of Bank Holiday weekends. The library can be contacted at 01 2864339 or email enniskerrylib@wicklowcoco.ie. Online services including e-books, audio-books, digital magazines and newspapers and e-learning are available from the library website. Celebrate Bealtaine at Bray Library next Monday morning when Robert Butler will present ‘The International Hotel Remembered in History and Song’ at 11.30 a.m. in Bray Library, Eglinton Road, Bray. All are welcome admission is free and no booking is required; and with the musicians, singers and songwriters of Rambling House, Little Bray, at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28, All are welcome no need to book.

ANAM CARA WICKLOW SUPPORTING PARENTS AFTER BEREAVEMENT

The May Monthly Parent Evening takes place next Monday at 7.15 p.m. in the Parkview Hotel, Newtownmountkennedy, Co. Wicklow. This event is free and open to all bereaved parents regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death, or whether their death was recent or not. We also now offer an online meeting too. Please contact us on info@anamcara.ie or at 085 2888888.

GLENDALOUGH WALKS

Following the tradition of pilgrimage, a series of walks has been organised to mark St Kevin’s Day on Saturday, June 1, in Glendalough. Participants will walk towards Glendalough following a choice of seven different routes. For further information see glendalough. ie/2023/05/glendalough-hermitage-centre-pilgrimage-walks.

HOLLYWOOD WHIST RESULTS

Top score: Nora Kelly, Other winners: Jane Codd, Tom Kelly, Helen Duff, Rose Heffernan, Seán O’Connor, Paddy McGarr, Carmel Tutty, Ann Halpin.

BEGINNER PILATES

Pilates will take place in the hall on Wednesday morning from 9.30 to 10.30 a.m. €10 per class or €50 for six classes for further information contact Teresa at 089 6129607.

THE HOLLYWOOD SIGN

The Hollywood sign overlooking the village is temporary and maintained by local volunteers. The sign has proven to be a popular tourist attraction and wellliked by the local community. For these reasons, the Hollywood Community Forum is working hard on developing a new Hollywood sign to adorn our hills and has received planning permission for a robust permanent sign. We are currently working through the various legal and financial issues to get the sign made and erected. If you have any enquiries, please email us at hollywoodcommunityforum1@gmail.com.

MUSIC GENERATION

Music Generation Wicklow and music under the mountains are coming together to offer lessons on guitar, tin whistle, traditional flute, fiddle, accordion and concertina, lessons will take place in the Hollywood centre on Saturday mornings 10.30 p.m. to 12.30 p.m. beginners and advanced levels welcome. age eight – 17. cost is €8 for 40-minute Lesson in small group for 25. total cost per year is €200 payable in two online instalments. any queries contact musicgenertion@kwetb.ie.

HOLLYWOOD BINGO

Bingo takes place in the Hollywood Centre every Thursday night at 8 p.m. with two jackpots to be won with one jackpot of €5,000 and second €4,350.

HOLLYWOOD PRE-SCHOOL

Due to expansion the playschool have more Ecce places for September. Hollywood PreSchool are in the Hollywood Centre every morning from 9.00 till 12.30.

For further information contact Barbara at 083 3376499.

FRIENDSHIP CLUB

We meet every Wednesday from 2.15 to 4.15 p.m. in the Hollywood Centre. New members most welcome.

Contact Marie Tutty at 085 1072356 or 045 864289.

HILLBILLIES FOOTBALL

Football takes place in the Hollywood Centre every Monday night from 8.15 – to 9.15 p.m. For further information contact Paul Clarke at 083 1522272.

HOLLYWOOD BOWLS

The club bowl every Tuesday nights in the Hollywood Centre between 8.10 p.m. New members are always welcome, so come along and see what it is all about, it is a great way to spend the winter nights.

SINÉAD O’BRIEN DANCE SCHOOL

Dance Classes are on every Friday with a new timetable 3-6 years 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., 7-10 years 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., and new class 11 years up 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. contact Sinéad for details at 087 2924559.

BADMINTON

Adult Badminton takes place every Wednesday night from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the Hollywood Centre. For further details contact Deirdre Keogh at 087 6193509.

HOLLYWOOD GAA

Hollywood GAA Club lotto draw results May 8. The numbers drawn were 6, 11, 14 and 18. There was no winner of the jackpot. The €20 seller’s prizes went to Gary Tutty 45, The €50 winners were Ann Marie Devlin online 101, Niamh Sinnott online 499, Henry Sinnott 139, Keith Burke 181. The next draw for a jackpot of €4,400 will be held on May 22. at the Hollywood GAA Club house. Tickets can be bought online at hollywoodgaa. com and from the usual local outlets. Thanks for your continued support and good luck.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

The Hollywood Centre is available for your child’s special day. We cater for all types of Birthday Parties. So keep your house clean and book your party today. Call the centre at 045 864979 for details.

NOTES

To place a notice in the district section of the Wicklow People or the Leinster Leader please contact the centre at 045 864979 or email info@hollywoodcentre.ie. All notes must be in the Hollywood Centre before 11 a.m. on Friday for the following week.

LARAGHGLENDALOUGH YOGA WITH LOUISE

Vinyasa Krama Yoga (step-bystep). Classes are from 10 a.m. to 11.20 in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh.

The practice will provide gentle stretching, improved strength and flexibility, as well as help students to find balance and calm in everyday life. Louise takes students through Asana, Pranayama and Meditation for a full yoga practice.

Contact Louise to book or for any queries: 087 6032202, louise@louiseyoga.ie, louiseyoga. ie.

CHAIR YOGA

Classes are from 11.30 a.m. to 12.30 in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh.

Chair Yoga is suitable for those who find a regular yoga class too strenuous, are recovering from injury or illness or are generally less active and mobile. Louise’s classes include physical poses (asana), breathing practices (pranayama) and relaxation and meditation. There is some standing work which is optional and done next to the chair.

Contact Louise to book or for any queries: 087 6032202, louise@louiseyoga.ie, louiseyoga. ie.

GLENDALOUGH HERMITAGE CENTRE

Celebrating St Kevin’s Day June 1.

Pilgrim Walks Following the tradition of pilgrimage, a series of walks has been organised to mark St Kevin’s Day on Saturday, June 1, in Glendalough. Participants will walk towards.

Glendalough following a choice of seven different routes which will merge along the way with other walkers from the same area.

Area A

Route one Glenmalure: Leader: Carmel O’Toole 087 4165298.

Route 2: Ballinabarney/ Greenane Leaders: Seán Dunne 086 8937650.

Jimmy Devitt 087 7832870. Area B

Route 3: Annamoe: Leader: Robbie Carter 085 8118198.

Route 4: Glenmacnass: Leader: Ann Nolan 086 0851665. Area C

Route 5: Trooperstown Leader: Andrew Doyle 086 8370088.

Route 6: Clara Vale Leader: Ann O’Brien 085 1102220. Area D

Route 7: Wicklow Gap Leader: Sr Breda Ahearn 087 2446601.

If you’re thinking of walking all you need to do is – Pick one of the routes and then contact the group leader who will give you the details on.

The route’s length, starting time, location etc.

Each person will walk all or part of their chosen route finishing with a ‘gathering’ of walkers.

sharing refreshments at the Hermitage Centre near St Kevin’s Church, Laragh around 2 p.m.

DOGS FOUND TIED TO FOREST LANE POST

A local woman found three dogs tied to a barrier on a forestry lane in Glenmacnass over the weekend. She has contacted the authorities and luckily they are safe and well. A photo of the dogs was posted on the Laragh/ Glendalough/Annamoe open forum Facebook page.

ANNAMOE CENTRE

Morning Fitness Classes Expansion. In response to the great success of our evening fitness classes and high demand, I’m excited to unveil new morning sessions added to our timetable.If you’re intrigued, feel free to send a private message to reserve your place or to find out more. Whatsapp number – 089 4403398. Let’s gather our group and commence these sessions.

NOTICE FROM WICKLOW MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK

National Parks and Wildlife Service Staff were on the ground and in the air today on fire patrol in the Wicklow Mountains National Park.

Fires, campfires and disposable barbecues can be extremely dangerous to our natural habitats. When used in woodland or in upland heath areas and placed directly on the ground, they can cause wildfires which pose significant damage to wildlife and the environment.

This weekend, a native oak was thoughtlessly damaged in Glendalough when a fire was lit against it. Please help us protect wildlife, do not light fires, use gas barbecues only.

BROCKAGH DIGITAL HUB

We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/ Monthly) Desks, Pod available with High Speed Broadband Connection. Our shared working space is located in the heart of county Wicklow with panoramic views of the stunning Glendalough Valley. Free parking, free tea or coffee facilities and lift access. To avail of the discounted rates you must pre-book your desk through brockaghhub@ gmail.com only. Daily Rate €15, half day rate €10, weekly rate €60, monthly rate is also an option. We also have a special student rate of €10-day rate or half day rate €5. Register now as a Member on our connectedhubs. ie site. We are waiting to see if they are renewing the voucher scheme.

All bookings to be made through either connectedhubs. ie or for discounts email brockaghhub@gmail.com. Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. brockaghresourcecentre.ie.

NEWTOWNMOUNTKENNEDY LOCAL NOTES CONTACT

If you have news or an item to be added to the Newtownmountkennedy Notes, please email Ciara Martin Perks at ciaraperks87@gmail.com or call 087 6380155

TIDY TOWNS

Newtownmountkennedy Tidy Towns seeking volunteers to help out with their Monday nights tidy ups (weather permitting) can you help? Look out for volunteers wearing yellow hi visability vests around the village or contact 085 7133299 if interested and for a more precise location on the night.

GAA

Mini magpies continued on Saturday morning with a great turnout of boys and girls aged 4 and five learning the basics of GAA while having fun. The Mini magpies is sponsored by Adrian Dunne pharmacy and will continue every Saturday morning at 11.15 a.m.

Our under-10s are away in Greystones to Éire Óg on Monday the 13th, throw in at 6.30 p.m. Best of luck to the team and management.

Our under-13s are at home to Tomnafinnoge on Monday the 13th, throw in 7 p.m. Best of luck to the lads and management.

Our under-14s girls are away to Blessington on Tuesday the 14th. Throw in at 7.15. Best of luck to the girls and management.

The intermediate team travelled down to Barndarrig on Saturday evening on a scorching hot day. The lads played up the hill in the first half and after a little shakey start grew into the game. There was good play to get the lads in front with some scores from Ross Davis, Daniel Testa, Darragh Heffernan and a couple of free’s from Seán Heffernan.

Second half started as the first finished with some beautiful play, leading to some lovely scores. Darragh Heffernan pulled off the perfect hat trick, left foot, right foot, hand. Also added another point. One of our newcomers of the year Aaron Killick got on the score sheet. But unfortunately Daire Killan’s goal was disallowed after it came out off the back post. Final score Newtown 3-12 to Barndarrig 1-08. Scorers: Darragh Heffernan 3-3, Ross Davis 0-4, Seán Heffernan 0-2, Daniel Testa 0-2, Aaron Killick 0-1

LOTTO

There was no winner of last week’s lotto draw. The numbers were 2, 5, 23 and 30. There were four match-three winners. Next week’s jackpot is €6,600. The lotto draw is held every Monday evening at 8 p.m., tickets are only €2. The next lotto draw will be Monday, May 13. Tickets are available to buy in most local outlets. If you are interested in selling club lotto tickets, please get in contact with James Kelly or Robert Nolan.

SHILLELAGH COFFEE MORNING

Margaret Scott from Coolattin Shillelagh will host a coffee morning on Saturday, May 18, in support of the Purple House Cancer Support Services as her daughter is taking part in a charity Cycle Challenge throughout Europe to raise funds for this very worthy cause.

TINAHELY COLÁISTE BHRÍDE SPLIT-THE-POT

Congratulations to this week’s winner of the split-the-pot draw, Siobhán Byrne, Gorteen, Tinahely. Leah Cush Kelly won the seller’s prize.

TINAHELY CRAFT MARKET

The Tinahely Craft market is situated in the middle of the village opposite the butchers shop. We have an amazing array of locally made crafts, using locally sourced materials as much as possible. The crafts include embroidered cards, junk journals and tallow creams, beaded jewellery, artworks, up and recycled textiles, candles and fab woodwork. Our opening hours are Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 to 4 p.m. Please come along and support your local crafters.

DUNLAVIN ANTON JABLOKOV VIOLIN CONCERT

This concert will take place on June 15 at 7.30 p.m. in St Nicholas Church of Ireland. Experience the enchanting music of renowned violionist Anton Jablokov, accompanied by pianist Vincent Lynch, in the serene St Nicholas Church. Tickets €20, Reserve your seat now at 087 9693960.

MISCELLANY

Readings from Dunlavin Writers group and extracts from Musicals with the Milltown Singers in St Nicholas Church of Ireland at 7.30 p.m. on Thursday, June 13. Donation €5.

SET DANCE CEILI

A set dance ceili will take place in the Imaal Hall on Friday, June 14, at 9.30 p.m. Music by Syl and Liz. Proceeds to Donard/ Dunlavin meals on Wheels.

PITCH AND PUTT

Congratulations to St Kevin’s Community College Pitch and Putt team on qualifying for the all-Ireland final. We wish them well.

DEATH

The death took place last week of Susanna (Sue) Eager (née Allen) Kelshamore, Donard, Co. Wicklow – May 7 peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Naas General Hospital; Dearly loved wife of German and Mam of German Jnr and Willie in Heaven. Sadly missed by her heartbroken family, her sons John, Eddie and Harry, her daughters Essie and Mar, daughters-in-law Helen and Ann, granddaughter Maddi and grandson Willie, sister Marcella Tutty, sister-in-law Ruby Neill, nephews, nieces, relatives, friends and neighbours. Sue’s funeral took place in Donoughmore, may she rest in peace.

SYMPATHY

Sympathy to the family of William (Willie) Crampton, Slievecorragh, Hollywood, Co. Wicklow, who died on May 4. Sadly missed by his wife Leonie, sons, Liam, John and Jason, and daughter, Catherine, brothers Joe and Tom, brothers-in-law, sisters-inlaw, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Willie’s funeral took place in Hollywood. May he rest in peace.

DEATH

The death took place of Joseph (Joe) Hanbidge, Eadestown, Stratford-on-Slaney, Co. Wicklow – May 7 suddenly but peacefully at Craddock House Nursing Home, Naas; predeceased by his loving son Philip, brother Tommie and sisters Frances and Susie. Sadly missed by his loving wife Dorothy, sons Matt and Donie, daughter Wendy, daughters-inlaw Elaine and Karen, son-in-law Jim, brother Matsie, sister Helen, sister-in-law Moira, brother-inlaw Noel, grandchildren Louise, Jackie, Matthew, Kieran, Dean, James, Alex, Scott, AJ, Aoife and Rory, great-grandchildren Noel and Ava, nephews, nieces, neighbours, relatives and friends. Joe’s funeral service took place in Baltinglass. May he rest in peace.

SYMPATHY

Sympathy to Jenny (Craigie) and Richard Street on the death of Richard’s father Don. Don’s funeral took place in Cork. May he rest in peace.

CAMINO WALK

Walking the Camino – Join the MSC Missions as we walk the shaded lanes and valleys of the Camino Ingles walking from Ferrol to Santiago in Northern Spain. The temperature in this part of northern Spain in July is perfect for walking, like a balmy summer day in Ireland. For more details of this fundraising pilgrimage ring Mary at 021 4546691 or email mary.morrish@mscmissions.

ADORATION

Adoration of the Blessèd Sacrament takes place in St Nicholas of Myra Church, on Thursday evenings from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m.

FORÓIGE

Our existing Foróige Teen Scene Club meets every Friday between 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., catering to youths aged 12 to 18. Unfortunately as we approach the end of this club year in May we are losing our current leaders. We face the imminent challenge of sustaining the club to recommence in September. Without fresh leadership, our club’s continuity is at risk. We appeal to you for assistance. If you’re willing to dedicate just one Friday a month to support and keep this valuable club to support our local teenagers please get in touch. Contact Michelle Brewster 086 8346170 or Adrienne Muldowney 085 1363858.

PARISH NEWS

The Parish Centre Shop has a lovely selection of general cards, including Easter cards/ bouquets. Also other items, ie. Rosary beads, Candles, Keyrings etc. We also have a selection of Confirmation and Communion items, to include pins, booklets, Rosettes, necklaces and cards. Please drop in for a look.

DIARY DATE

Dunlavin Festival of Arts 2024 will take place from Thursday, June 13, to Sunday the 16th. This will be the 40th festival and will be officially opened by Chris Jaffer, who is nephew of festival founder Gloria Clyne. Chris and his brother are travelling from America for the event. If anyone would like to organise an event on the weekend contact 087 9693960. The committee are interested in clubs who might want to organise some event on the Green or a street event. All ideas welcome.

LINE DANCING

Line dancing takes place in the Imaal Hall every Wednesday 8.10 p.m., all welcome. Great way to meet new friends and keep fit.

PARISH DRAW

Parish lotto draw takes place on Saturday, June 8. If you are not in you cannot win. For further details please contact Breda at 086 3598866 or the parish office at 045 401871. Thanks to all who have supported this funraiser. Painting of the church will commence in June.

Last month’s winners were €1,000 Róisín Kinahan, €250, Sadie Wright, €100 Jenny Miley, €50 Catherine Slevin Byrne, €Mary Deegan. Thanks for all the support.

ROAD CLOSURE

Diary date for residents in Dunlavin, Grangecon and surrounding areas.

Temporary road closure lasting 50 days.

R412 road from the R413 at Brannockstown to the R756 at Dunlavin.

This is to facilitate the installation of new watermain pipework.

From Monday, March 4, to Friday, July 12. Alternative routes will be posted nearer the date.

WEST WICKLOW HISTORICAL SOCIETY JOURNAL NUMBER 12

Copies of the latest WWHS journal are on sale in Dermot Hughes’ shop in Dunlavin. The 200-page journal includes an article about the massacre on

Dunlavin green in 1798, and other articles on Hollywood, DonardDonoghmore and many different parts of west Wicklow, covering time spans from the Neolithic Age to the twentieth century. Journals cost €15 and are a great present for local people, and especially for those living abroad.

LOCAL HISTORY BOOKS

Books on the history of Dunlavin and its environs are also available in Dermot Hughes’ shop and An Lár. They cover various aspects of the long and complex history of Dunlavin village and County Wicklow. Prices range from €14 – €30. Great reading for anyone with a local connection and will become collectors’ items in years to come.

SOCIAL DANCING

Social dancing takes place in Donard Community Hall on third Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to midday.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT

The Irish Hospice Foundation provides a free Bereavement Support Line. This National Freephone Service is available from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday to Friday, by calling 1800 807077. Visit hospicefoundation.ie for more information.

BABY AND TODDLER GROUP

Dunlavin Baby and Toddler Group is back in Seomra (Imaal Hall) on Wednesdays from 9.30 a.m. to midday.

Please come along for a play and a cuppa.

All welcome.

DUNLAVIN FRIENDSHIP CLUB

Great news that the Friendship club will be meeting every Friday at 3 p.m. Check if a neighbour needs a lift.

SITUATIONS VACANT

Dunlavin Nursing Home are currently recruiting the following staff: Health Care Assistants (Full and part time) Kitchen Assistants

Please forward your CV to Bessy on bvarghese@silverstream.ie.

DUNLAVIN LIBRARY

Dunlavin Library’s opening hours are now as follows: Tuesday 5-8, Wednesday and Friday 10-1 and 2-5 and Saturday 11 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Your Library card gives you free access to books and audio materials as well as access to online materials and resources including magazines, courses and Find My Past which will allow you to discover your family history. Printing and photocopying service also available. Joining is free and no late fees are chargeable on overdue items. Great selection of new films in stock for young and old.

BALTINGLASS CREDIT UNION

Opening Hours Monday – Thursday

9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Friday

9.30 a.m. to 7 p.m. (open through lunch each day) Saturday

9.30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dunlavin Opening Hours Thursday 9.30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday 9.30 a.m. – 100 p.m. Baltinglass Credit Union are now actively issuing Education/ Student Loans and at a low rate of 6.5% (6.71% APR).

An example of a €3,000 Education Loan over a two-year period (104 weekly repayments of €30.78)

would cost the member €200.49 in interest, therefore, the total amount repayable would be €3200.49. Terms and Conditions and normal lending criteria apply.

To enquire about a loan, contact 059 6481071 (Dial 2) or email – loans@baltinglasscu.ie. We are here to help our community.

ROSARY

Praying the Rosary has returned in St Nicholas of Myra Church on Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m.

PLANTS FOR SALE

Bedding Plants and Cottage Garden plants along with some Silk Flower arrangements for sale. Contact Pauline Allen at 087 6183903.

I can fill your hanging baskets, window boxes and potted arrangements for your patio or Family Grave. Also available are small Garden Signs and Wine bottles with lights suitable for late nights on the Patio.

MOBILE RECYCLING HAS RECOMMENCED

Dunlavin second Saturday outside church of Ireland 10-12. Blessington first Saturday, outside Secondary School (Naas Road) 10-12. Hollywood third Saturday outside the National school 10-12.

PANIC BUTTONS

Anyone who is over the age of 65 may apply for a Panic Button. If you are interested, or know of someone who may require one and is living in the Dunlavin area, the necessary application form can be accessed by calling 086 1020303.

USED POSTAGE STAMPS

Please keep your used postage stamps for St Patrick’s Missions, Kiltegan, who use them to fundraise. Stamps can be dropped into the parish office any time. Thank you to all who have donated in the past.

FAMILY CARERS IRELAND

Family Carers Ireland are seeking volunteers in Dunlavin and the surrounding area to give one o two hours a week to visit an elderly person in their own home who are experiencing loneliness and isolation. Full training will be provided. A simple gift of time can make a huge difference i a persons life. For more information contact Maggie at 086 0213749. or mlally@familycarers.ie.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

The Irish Cancer Society is looking for volunteers to drive patients to and from their chemotherapy treatments in all public hospitals nationwide. Volunteers will need their own car but all expenses are paid. If you have two free days a month (Monday to Friday) and an active email address we would love to hear from you. Please call Laura at 01 2310 594, email transport@irishcancer.ie or go to cancer.ie for more information.

OUTREACH SERVICE

‘There is a new domestic violence outreach service in West Wicklow provided by Saoirse Women’s refuge in Tallaght. We can offer confidential appointments providing support to women suffering from domestic violence in the community, including Court Accompaniment. The drop in clinics areas follows: Every Monday 9.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. Blessington Library, Every Wednesday afternoon 2.30 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. Seomra Imaal Hall Dunlavin and Every Friday 9: 30-11.30 a.m. The equestrian/The Lawlor centre Baltinglass. Call 085 2710378 for an Appointment.

LIVE-IN HOMECARE

Affordable Live-in Homecare provide live in carers for the elderly in your area. If you are looking for a live-in carer for your relative, please call Tom today at 087 9916791. Our website is alhomecare.ie

AUGHRIM LOTTO AGM

Treasurer Colin Rochford will present his annual financial report to the AGM of the Aughrim Sports Club lotto committee which will be held on Monday, May 27, in conjunction with the weekly lotto draw. The meeting will be held in the Sports Complex.

LOTTO

The numbers drawn in Aughrim Sports Club lotto on Monday, May 6, were 1, 5, 11 and 21. The jackpot was not won. There were four match-three winners: Mary O’Loughlin, Shane Byrne, Brendan Barnes and Kasey and Sheenagh. The jackpot for Monday, May 6, is €8,750.

GAA NEWS

Our Junior D footballers played Ballymanus last Thursday night in the Division 5 league. In a high scoring game we lost out by four points in the end on a score line of Aughrim 3-11 Ballymanus 4-12.

Our main race nite fundraiser takes place next Saturday night in Paddy’s. This promises to be a good night and a lot of hard work has gone in to make it a success so please come along and support.

TOWN AND COUNTRY MARKET

There are a lot of marketeers with fantastic products and produce offerings from barista coffee, fresh biscuits, home baked cakes, artisan breads, frittatas and sausage rolls, plus freshly made garlic pesto, handmade clothing for babies, flower arrangements to beautify homes and workplaces. We have wooden products and hand painted signs, bird boxes and natural healing products plus hand crafted cushions and hand-crafted jewellery and cards. Artisan bread and home bakes plus a beautiful setting to enjoy with the whole family and even to bring along the dog for a walk.

The playground is a fantastic place for the little ones while the New to you Thrift shop offers bargains of all kinds for the whole family. The fishing facility is open and stocked so if fishing is your passion this is the place to be. Bowling green is looking stunning, and the games have started, chat to any member for more information.

Please see @aughrimtownandcountry on Facebook for weekly updates or contact Dave at 083 0349577 if you want to become a Marketeer or need any information regarding the market.

We look forward to seeing you all on Saturday between 10am and 2pm. And if you are not sure where to find us, put Y14WK38 into your Google Maps and it will bring you right to our front door.

NOTES DEADLINE

Items to be included in the Aughrim notes should be emailed to aughrimnotes@ gmail.com before 8pm on Sundays.

Do not send attachments.

AVOCA DRAW

St Pat’s club development draw results for Monday, April 29, first prize €200 Leenora Hogan Conary second prize €100 James Murray jnr Conary third prize €50 Niamh Nolan Oakwood. Seller’s prize €20 Ben Tuke. Congratulations to everyone. The club would like to thank everyone for their continuous support. Next draw Monday, May 13,

OUR LADY’S GROTTO

Pope Pius X11 dedicated 1954 as Marian Year, a year of devotion to Our Lady. Avoca’s mining community marked the occasion by building a grotto to the Blessed Virgin at Ballygahan on the edge of the West Avoca mine site. This year marks the 70th anniversary of the Marian Year. To commemorate the event and in tribute to the men who built the grotto, the Avoca Parish community are organising a walk from SS Mary and Patricks church to the Grotto on Sunday, May 26, at 6.30 p.m.

We invite everyone to walk with us. We look forward to seeing you all on Sunday the 26th.

ACTIVE RETIREMENT

Meet new people. Learn a new activity in 2024. New members are always welcome. Our activities are Bridge on Monday at 10.30. Whist on Wednesday at 11. Yoga on Thursday at 10 a.m. Line Dancing 1.30 for beginners followed by advanced on Friday. Bowls on Friday at 7 p.m. Strolling group on Saturday at 11, meet in the car park. Have a cuppa and a chat after activities. More information on any of the above call 087 1334590 or drop in to the hall at any of the above times and a committee member will be available to provide further information.

VALE OF AVOCA MEN’S SHED

Located at the Avoca Community Hall, Avoca, Co. Wicklow are looking for new members. We have a lot to offer here in Avoca Men’s Shed, Woodwork, Owl and Peregrine nest boxes, Flower Boxes and Copper work. We also offer health and First Aid courses, cooking classes, computer classes, wood turning and Furniture repairs. We also travel to other Men’s Sheds for a chat and visit Historic sites.If you would like to join us in Avoca Men’s Shed please contact one of the following.

Pat Cronin at 087 2328528, Niall McInerney at 085 7592276, Fergus O’Regan at 086 2862843 or call in any Tuesday or Thursday from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 a.m. Looking forward to seeing you there.

DONARD DONARD COUNTRY MARKET

Donard Country Market and car boot sale at Donard Community Hall W91YW57 on Sunday next, May 19, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Market will be selling such things as jewellery honey, flowers, paintings, soap, sourdough bread and much more.If you would like to take part in the car boot sale please ring 087 8777580.

DONARD ICA

The monthly guild meeting of Donatd ICA.will take place in Donard Hall on Wednesday, May 15 at 7.30 p.m. Gina Carroll will give a craft demonstration. New members always welcome.

GLENEALY GLENEALY CARD DRIVE

45 Card drive will be on every Thursday night at 8 p.m. in Glenealy Village Hall. New players always welcome.

NO POSTER VILLAGE

Glenealy Tidy Towns would like to remind everyone that we are a ‘No poster’ Village from Deputy’s Pas road to the welcome sign on the Rathnew side and on the back road to Ashford as far as Hargrove Estate. Thank you.

GLENEALY MEN AND WOMEN SHED

We are looking at setting up a men and women shed here in Glenealy Village Hall. Anyone who might be interested in this please contact Tomas Cooney at 087 1266624.

GLENEALY HURLING CLUB

There is a clothes collection fundraiser for club, anyone who is looking to dispose of old clothing, shoes etc. Please leave in Glenealy club house before May 14. All proceeds to Glenealy hurling club.

COFFEE MORNING

The next monthly coffee morning is on Wednesday morning, June 5, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in Glenealy Village Hall.

GLENEALY SOCIAL CLUB

The next Glenealy social club will be on Friday, May 24, from 7.30 p.m. to 10.30 p.m. in Glenealy village hall. Entry fee is €10 which includes tea or coffee, a chat, line dancing, jiving and social dancing to live music. All enquiries to Leslie at 0404 67755.

BLESSING OF THE GRAVES

The blessing of the graves will take place in Glenealy on Saturday, July 20, at 3 p.m. Refreshments in the hall afterwards courtesy of Glenealy Tidy Towns.

PILATES

Pilates is now on in Glenealy Village Hall every Tuesday night at 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. For more information contact Zara at 087 9367474.

FOROIGE YOUTH CLUB

Foróige youth club in Glenealy Village Hall on every Friday night from 7.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. for 11- and 12-year-old youths. If interested contact 086 8732963 or 087 681087.

INDOOR BOWLS

Indoor bowls will resume in Glenealy village hall every Wednesday night at 8 p.m. A Great hobie for the winter months. New players always welcome.

BOOK EXCHANGE

If anyone would like to exchange books or take books, the book shelf is just inside the main door at hall. Great selection to choose from.

ASTRO TURF

Astroturf is now available to rent at very competitive rates. Tennis court also available. For more information contact 0404 44040.

JOHNSTOWN-THOMASTOWN

MAY BYRNE HOUSE

The May Byrne Community House AGM is to be held Monday, 20th May at 7.30pm.

The Community house is the only facility in the village, to provide space for meetings, Coffee Mornings and community wellness activities.

We would like to invite everybody but especially anybody who has any ideas for the May Byrne House or even about Coolgreany in general.

The May Byrne is a valuable resource, and could offer even more with help.

It is very important that the facility remains available to our community.

So we would ask that people come and show their support at the AGM.

KILNENOR HISTORICAL SOCIETY

On Sunday 19th May at 2.30pm, we will be unveiling Old Kilnenor Historical Society’s sign in Kilninor Graveyard. The sign, depicting many of the grave sites together with names has been sponsored by Kilninor Historical Society. Some of the graves date back to the 1700s and present times and chart the many lives lost through battles, murder and natural causes. We hope to have a cuppa and chat/ catchup in Ballyfad Hall afterwards. You don’t have to be a committee member to attend, as this is a public event which needs your support. Please tell your friends, relations and those not on Facebook as this will be a historic event for all.

SYMPATHY

The local Community extend their deepest sympathy to Norah Finn, Newtown and also the Furlong family, The Long Lane on the sad passing of Alan Furlong, Arklow, whose funeral took place to Barraniskey Cemetery on last Monday.

The sympathy of the community is extended to the Kinsella family, Croghan Close, Coolgreany on the sad passing of Lesley Ann whose burial took place after Mass in Ballyfad Cemetery on last Tuesday. May they Rest in Peace.

TIDY TOWNS

The Tidy Towns are getting the village all spruced up getting ready to enter the competition for next month, we need volunteers on the Knockgreany/ Ballyfad roadside. The Co Co have been supplying Gloves Pickers and bags to help clean our roadside cleanup.

Gloves and bags are available from Maureen or Marie.

GOLDEN CIRCLE.

Our next trip is to Bloom on 30th May, get your own tickets, Bus leaves Tesco at 9 am, Tickets €20, contact Gertie at 0834042746.

LOCAL NOTES.

Please forward all notes for the local Guardian to me by 6 pm on Sunday evening by phone at 087 4605166 or email danken9@gmail.com Thank you.

KNOCK AN ANNA TIDY TOWNS

Our Tidy Towns group have a list of jobs that need doing over the coming weeks. To keep our village looking great we need volunteers to give a hand in any way they can. Even if you can take on one small job it would be very much appreciated. The group meet on Monday evenings at 6 p.m. New members are always welcome. Thanks to all current volunteers and especially Patsy and Johnny for all their great work around the village.

GAA WORKS

Knockananna GAA executive invite tenders to carry out works associated with upgrading our existing carpark and grounds including walkway surface. The proposed works are grant funded and subject to strict tendering procedures. We intend to commence works in August 2024. Please contact knockanannagaa.tenders@gmail.com to register your interest.