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Roundwood & District News 24th September 2024

 

 

MUSIC IN CALARY 

The next concert in Calary Church will be at 8 pm on Thursday 3 October when The Phoenix Winds — Julie Maisel (flute), Paul Roe (clarinet) and John Hearne (bassoon) will play, among other pieces, Cinq Pieces by Jacques Ibert, Fragments by Robert Muczynski, Rome Suite by Luigi Zaninelli and Rubishperes by Valerie Coleman. 

If you wish to book tickets or for further information, please email derekneilson11@gmail.com or ring (01) 2818118.Tickets for the concert are €18 and €15 for concessions. 

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. 

CARERS NEEDED 

Wicklow Community Services – caring in the Community since 1985.  Carers needed in Roundwood!  Are you interested in being a carer? Join our team, who have been in the community for nearly 40 years. Premium rates on Saturdays and Sundays – Starting wage €15.18 going up to €16.85 – Continuous paid training – Travel expenses – Rewarding Career– Flexible hours – Career Development – Helping people make a positive difference in their lives and much more. Please contact us on 0404 69188 or email us at office.admin1@wcfs.ie for further information 

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. 

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, 16th September .  N/S 1st Rory Eagan & Maria Magee. 2ndMonica & Bridie Nolan.  E/W 1st Catherine Halligan & Phil Power. 2nd Kay Plunkett & John Loscher. 

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 

Results of the draw held on 22nd September. There was no jackpot winner the numbers drawn were, 11, 15, 18 & 21. There were fifteen match three winners. Lily O’Brien, Gerry & Breda, Fiona & Liz, Sean Kennedy, Margaret Mitchell, Wayne Kinlan, Seamus Waters, M Coleman, Paul Kavanagh, Laya Tyndall, Tom Miley, Jean O’Shea, Julie Butler and Patrick O’Shea. Next week’s jackpot will be €10,900 

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  

Results of Whist held on September 18th Top Score: Jimmy Molloy. First Gent: Mick Whelan. Second Gent: Margaret Kennedy. First Lady: Catherine Doyle. Second Lady: Marie Magee. First Half: Patricia Byrne. Second Half: May Kenna. Longest Sitting: Kay Plunkett. Lowest Score: Richie Cullen. Raffle Prizes: Marie Magee, Shay Brady, Mary Pierce and Maura McHugh. Next Whist Wednesday October 2nd in the Parish Hall at 8pm. 

HUMMING BIRD HAVEN 

Holistic Healing and Wellness: Sound Bath & Breath WorkThursday 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 TALK 

An occupational therapist will give a talk to the members of Roundwood Men’s Shed on Thursday 26th of September from 11am – 12 noon on the subject of dealing with memory loss. There is capacity for non-members to attend. The talk will take place in the Roundwood Men’s Shed. Please contact 086 8650588 for further information. 

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.     

  

 

Roundwood & District News 16th September 2024

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 WorkThursday 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.     

  

 

Roundwood & District News 9th September 2024

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! 

YOUTH CHOIR 

Community Youth Choir Roundwood are very excited to announce our Upcoming Free Singing/Choir Workshop on Sunday 8th September. Open to all aged 8-18 years, funded by Creative Ireland/WCC.  

If you have a love of singing and want to learn more about vocal techniques & choirs in a fun environment please come along. Children will be split into older and younger age groups.

We have limited spaces available so booking is essential. Please email cychoir24@gmail.com to book please share with anyone you think might be interested. Term classes start back Wednesday 18th September at 6pm.

LOTTO 

Results of draw held on Sunday 8th September. There was no winner of the jackpot. The numbers drawn were: 1, 8, 15 & 28. There were seven match three winners.Trevor Conyard, Laura & Christine, Chloe Ferguson, Samantha Crangle, Evan M, Nora Power and Caroline Campion.  The next lotto draw will be held on Sunday 22ndof September and the jackpot will be €10,600. 

UKULELE PLAYERS 

Roundwood Ukulele Players will resume their strumming and singing on Tuesday 17h September 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

45 CARD GAME 

An Tóchar U13 Boys team will host a *Progressive 45 Card game* on Sunday 15th September at 7 pm in Roundwood Parish Hall.  Excellent prize money, and raffle prizes, on the night.  Entry €20. 

STORY NIGHT 

Next Rambling House/Storynight in the Annamoe Centre will be on Friday Sept. 13th at 8pm. Entry by donation and all are welcome. 

CREATIVE HUB MARKET 

Roundwood Creative Hub Market returns on Sundays in the Parish Hall from 11am til4pm.Please support this initiative from local businesses/crafters 

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  

Results of whist held on September 4th . Top Score: Maura McHugh. First Gent: Margaret Kennedy. Second Gent: Richie Cullen. First Lady: Kay Plunkett. Second Lady: Mary Pierce. First Half: Catherine Doyle: Second Half: Mick Whelan. Lowest Score: May Kenna. Longest Sitting: Jimmy Molloy. Raffle Prizes: Tiny Shortt, Maura McHugh and Catherine Doyle. Next Whist Wednesday September 18th in the Parish Hall at 8pm. 

HUMMING BIRD 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 Knockraheenat 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 Thursday12h 

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.