PLOUGHING MATCH
Roundwood Ploughing Society are holding their annual Ploughing Match on Saturday the 22nd of February at 12.00 noon on land opposite Calary Church, Eircode A98 H766. Sincere thanks to Paul Delamere, Eoin O’Toole and Judy O’Toole for providing the sites. Conventional, Vintage, Classic Tractors and Horse all catered for on Lea and stubble ground. Please note all competitors must register by Wednesday the 19th of February at 6pm with Brendan Power @ 087 2420204. Spectators always welcome, there will be a Chip Van on site. Many thanks to all our sponsors for their continued support.
THE BARM BRACK
Roundwood Drama Group will perform their play, the Barm Brack, as a fundraiser for An Tóchar GAA on Saturday Feb 22nd at 7.30pm in Aras an Tóchar please contact Nick Nolan (086 8516254) for tickets, which are €10 for an adult and €5 for a child
PLAN LAUNCH
Roundwood Community Biodiversity Action Plan will be launched in Roundwood Parish Hall at 7pm on the 21st of February. Guest speakers include Brian Dunne, Leinster ACRES, Faith Wilson, Ecologist and Hannah O’Kelly, Biodiversity Officer, Wicklow Co Council. All welcome.
AGRICULTURAL SHOW
Roundwood Agricultural Show and Street Party will take place on Sunday the 4th of August 2025. A meeting to discuss ideas for this year’s Show will take place on Wednesday 26th of February in Roundwood Parish Hall at 8.15pm. Anyone with ideas or suggestions or who would like to help out with the organisation of the event are most welcome to attend.
LOTTO
Results of the draw held on February 16th. There was no jackpot winner the numbers drawn were, 8, 21, 26 & 30. There were seven match three winners. J Byrne, T Byrne, Hazel Biero, The Kennys, D Jenkinson, C Campion and J.E.T.S . Next week’s jackpot will be €16,300.
PERSONAL ALARMS
The Roundwood and District Community Council are registered to administer the senior alert scheme which provides grants to elderly people towards the provision of personal alarms through the Senior Alert Scheme. The personal alarm offers reassurance to allow independent living, safe in the knowledge that you can quickly be in contact with a family member or neighbour in the event of an emergency. It provides security and peace of mind. If you would like more information, please call 086 8055040 or email sascontact123@gmail.com
BRIDGE RESULTS
Results for Monday, 10th February 2025, 6 table Mitchell N/S 1st Monica Brady and Marie Kavanagh. 2nd Kay Plunkett and John Loscher. 3rd Gertie Fee and Phil Power. E/W 1st Rowena Brady and Maria Magee 2nd Clare Salley and Pamela Byrne. 3rd Brid Clancy and Bridie Nolan. Bridge is held in the Roundwood Community Hall every Monday, commencing at 19:30. New players/members welcomed. Contact Seamus Kennedy 087 2452 903
SOCIAL WHIST
Next Whist will take place on Wednesday February 19th starting at 8.00 pm in theParish Hall. Come along and enjoy a night of cards with us.
PILGRIMAGE
Pilgrimage To Medjugorje: April 29th for one week. For more information, please contact Mary King on 087 2185067
HOLDING HOPE
If you are experiencing bereavement, loss or grief, feeling anxious and overwhelmed or lacking in energy and motivation, you are not alone. Support from a professional can provide you space to talk with empathy, understanding and care to explore your difficulties. Holding Hope Counselling Services offers both in-person and online therapy sessions. Imelda is a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist based in Rathdrum. If you are in need of support, please contact Imelda at contactholdinghope@gmail.com, phone or message on 0830514596 or visit www.holdinghope.ie for further information.
KNOCK PILGRIMAGE
Knock Pilgrimage: There will be a Pilgrimage to Knock on Divine Mercy Sunday, 27th April 2025. Leaving Memorial Park., Rathdrum at 7.30 am Sharp, and Roundwood at 8 am. €80 per person, including Breakfast, Dinner and Bus. Contact Susan at 087 627 3032. Names and payment before March 1st
FATIMA
There will be a Pilgrimage to Fatima from the 11th – 15th June 2025.Cost €749.00 pp Sharing / €200.00 extra Single room. Names + €200.00 Deposit before 28th February 2025.Contact Susan at 087-6273032
CARD GAME
45 Card Game: every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at 8 pm. Teas served. All are welcome
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.
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 paper. the
