HISTORICAL SOCIETY
We would like to invite you to our talk on Tuesday 24th of September at 8pm in Roundwood Parish Hall. The speaker is Gay Conroy a Member of the Irish Genealogical Research Society. Gay will give an illustrated talk about Robert Cunningham, the next major owner of Mount Kennedy House after the Kennedys and the Gun Cunninghams (relatives of Robert Cunningham).
ROUNDWOOD AFC AGM
Roundwood AFC are having their AGM on Monday 30th September in the clubhouse, Varty Grounds at 8pm. All motions and nominations to be sent to the Club Secretary, Debbie Lowe, Roundwood AFC, Vartry Grounds, Roundwood, Co. Wicklow in writing prior to the AGM. All new members are very welcome.
PANTO 2025
The Roundwood Variety Group is back with their 2025 Pantomime, and want you to be part of the magic! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just curious to try something new, you will be welcomed with open arms.
First Workshop for Kids: Friday, 20th September, 19:00-20:00
First Workshop for Adults & Teens: Tuesday, 17th September, 20:00-21:00
Both workshops will be held at the Roundwood Parish Hall.
Come join the fun, meet new friends, and make unforgettable memories on stage! New members are especially welcome—no experience needed, just bring your enthusiasm!
DEMENTIA SUPPORT
Volunteers sought to support a local family in the Roundwood area. Wicklow Dementia Support (WDS) is seeking volunteers
ALZPALS is a befriending service which supports people with dementia who are living at home. We are looking for volunteers to become a friend to someone with Dementia. Volunteers are required to drop in to visit a person with dementia once a week for two hours and give their carer a break.
Full free training and ongoing mentoring provided.If you feel you can help, please complete an application form using the link below.https://www.wicklowdementiasupport.ie/volunteering-application-form/]Wicklow Dementia Support (WDS) is seeking volunteers or call Kate on 085 1345128
BRIDGE RESULTS
Results for Monday, 9th September. N/S 1st Rory Eagan & Maria Magee. 2nd Seamus Kennedy & Mairead Fallon. E/W 1st Bird Clancy & Gertie Fee. 2nd Clare Salley & Pamela Byrne.
Bridge is played in the Community Hall on Monday evening starting at 19:30. New members welcomed. Contact Seamus Kennedy at 087 2452 903 or email shamo1503@gmail.com
LOTTO
The next lotto draw will be held on Sunday 22nd of September and the jackpot will be €10,600.
UKULELE PLAYERS
Roundwood Ukulele Players will resume their strumming and singing in Roundwood Parish Hall. The ukulele class is for Adult Beginners and is open to everyone and anyone, but mostly to those who would love to sing and learn a new instrument but have never taken the plunge before! Contact Linda on 087-9729956 to enquire about the morning or evening classes
CREATIVE HUB MARKET
Roundwood Creative Hub Market returns on September 21st from 11 till 4 in the parish hall. Please support this initiative from local crafters and producers.
CANCER SUPPORT
Roundwood Cancer Support office is open every Monday and Friday from ten to twelve o clock for anyone who needs advice or help when dealing with Cancer.
SOCIAL WHIST
Next Whist Wednesday September 18th in the Parish Hall at 8pm.
HUMMINGBIRD HAVEN
Holistic Healing and Wellness: Sound Bath & Breath Work – Thursday 26th of September, immerse yourself in an evening of sound with crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls & so much more using our breath to guide us into a deeply relaxing state. A hugely popular evening booking is essential. Time 7:30pm-9:00pm
Reiki 1:1 morning & evenings appointments.
Would you like to improve your sleep, lower your blood pressure, ease the aches & pains, balance your immune system, then Reiki is the perfect choice to help you bring the body back into balance. For more information & bookings contact Sue 0872750335
MEN’S SHED
Roundwood Men’s Shed: The Shed continues to meet every Tuesday in Knockraheen at Pat Carr’s place (A98 AH02) from 10 to 12 a.m. approximately. We care and listen and share over a cuppa or two. Occasionally we break into song and we have a few fine musicians and singers in our ranks. The experts tell us that music is good for the soul and the mental health of all. We do some gentle exercises and recently we have been planting trees along the VartryTrail. New faces will be very welcome in the Shed. For further information feel free to call or text 086 8650588 at any time.
ACTIVE RETIRED
Next Bingo Sunday 22nd September 3pm Annamoe Community Centre.Trip to Donegal : bus leaving Roundwood Parish Hall at 10am Monday 30th September 2024all places now full.
MOBILE LIBRARY
Wicklow County Council Mobile Library will be in Roundwood Village on Thursday26th
September 2024 from 10am until 11.15am and also from 2.10pm until 4.30pm. Come along and join the library. It’s a free service and is a fantastic way to pick up any book that suits your reading interests.
LOCAL NOTES
If you have an item or news that you would like to include in the Roundwood Notes contact Margaret Bolger the email address is mgtbolger@gmail.com. Items for the notes must be emailed by Sunday night to be in time for the paper.