CAROL SERVICE 

Calary Church will hold its traditional candlelight Carol Service at 7 pm on Wednesday 21 December, which will be followed by mulled wine and mince pies in the Church Room. As usual, it will be an evening of lessons and carols for everyone to enjoy and take part in.  

This year, we will be joined by special guests Adeleh Davis on trumpet, soprano Maria Gorman and our own parish choir. We look forward to welcoming you but, if you can’t make it, we would like to wish you all a blessed and peaceful Christmas.  

Please also keep an eye out for the star which is again on Calary Church tower to lighten the darkness and bring some festive cheer to the Calary area. 

UKULELE LESSONS

Looking to start a new hobby in 2023? Following on from the super success of our Tuesday morning Adult Ukulele class, I will be adding an extra evening class in the new year on Tuesday evenings in Roundwood Parish Hall. Classes will start January 10th and will run every week from 10.00-11.00am and 6.30-7.30pm. 

The Adult Beginner class is open to everyone and anyone, but mostly to those who would love to sing and learn an instrument but have never taken the plunge before! 

This is a great opportunity to sing for fun, learn something new and take some time out for yourself. Please contact Linda on 087-9729956 for more information and to book your place. 

CANCER SUPPORT 

Roundwood Cancer Support have launched our new website and can be found at www.roundwoodcancersupport.ie  Here you will find out about all our services and up to date information about us. Also, our drop in centre is open Monday and Friday from 10 till 12 in the morning. 

WHIST

Next Whist will be held on Wednesday December 14^th at 8pm. Everyone is welcome.  

WALK CHALLENGE 

There is still time to join the Roundwood walk challenge. Leaving Roundwood Parish Hall at 7pm every Wednesday evening. Walks are tailored to the ability of the group so everyone, young and not so young, are most welcome. 

LOTTO 

Results of the draw held on Sunday 11^th December. There was no jackpot winner. The numbers drawn were , 11,14, 24 & 26. There were seven match three winners, Richard Cullen, Charlie Whyte, Helena, Sandra Nealon, Christine Price, May Connor, Denis & Shauna . Next week’s jackpot will be €25,000. 

BADMINTON  

We are open for adults Monday and Wednesday at 7.30pm in Aras An Tochar GAA Complex. We are open for Juvenile Secondary School students from 7.30pm until 9pm.  

TABLE TENNIS 

We are back at the parish hall on Monday nights 7.30-9.30pm for table tennis all levels catered for. A fun way to keep fit. €5 per night. Contact Brian Higgins 085 118563 

SET DANCING   

Roundwood set dancing has resumed on Thursday nights in the parish hall starting at 9pm.  We look forward to welcoming back our usual dancers and also any new comers if they would like to join us, are always welcome. Admission €5.  

   
45 CARD GAME   

45 Card Game every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at 8pm. Teas served.  All are welcome.     

INDOOR BOWLS   

In Moneystown Community Centre, continuing every Monday at 8.30 pm. Looking forward to seeing you there.  Beginners are very welcome.    

MOBILE LIBRARY 

Wicklow County Council Mobile Library will be in Roundwood Village on Thursday 15^th December 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. 

BINGO

Next Bingo in Annamoe Centre Sunday 18 December at 3pm. All welcome

 
ANNAMOE BOWLING  

Every Tuesday in the Centre at 8 pm. New members are always welcome. A great way to meet new people and participate in leagues.  

KINESIOLOGY 

 
Available at the Centre www.rosaleendurkin.com or 087 219 5931 Nutritional and Educational Kinesiology for children and adults. Assists with: digestive issues, skin conditions, low energy levels, sleeping issues, anxiety and stress management, AD/HD and dyslexia.  

PHYSICAL THERAPY  

 
Available at the Centre – Louis 087 915 8180 Occupational and sports injury treatment, sports massage and dry needling.  

 
BABY AND TODDLER GROUP 

Rachel has a lovely group in the Centre each Monday from 10 am to 12 noon. Great opportunity for mothers and toddlers to meet new friends. Tea, coffee, snacks, songs and stories too.  

ROOMS & SPORTS HALL FOR HIRE  

Our sports hall has available slots for use for keep fit, yoga, dance, indoor winter sports training etc. There is one office with broadband (suitable for remote working 1 person) and two available meeting rooms which can also be hired on an hourly basis. Enquiries to: annamoecentre@gmail.com Facebook: Annamoe Centre New committee members most welcome. 

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 

SALE OF WORK 

The Roundwood & Moneystown Parish Sale of Work returned last Sunday after its Covid break. Many thanks to everyone who contributed in any way to a very enjoyable community day. The winners of the Grand Raffle prizes were:- 1st Prize €1000 – Arya Mahmoudzadeh, 2nd Prize Price’s Garage Service – Jane Cronin, 3rd Prize Wicklow Heather voucher – Marianne Brady, 4th Prize Hardwood Firewood from KSE Ltd – Monica Byrne, 5th Prize Butcher Ready Lamb – Nuala McHugh, 6^th Prize – Roundwood Stores voucher – Esther Timmons, 7th Keith Grant Master Butcher voucher –  Oisin Byrne, 8th Prize An Tochar Boiler Service – Mossie Kenna, 9th Prize Mountain Breeze voucher – Jack Sharkey, 10th Prize Sugar Mountain voucher – Eugene Doyle, 11th Prize Centra voucher – Clodagh & Ciara Morris, 12th Prize Wok-U-Like voucher – Enda Nolan, 13th Prize Wicklow Way Christmas Trees voucher – Geraldine Kinsella, 14th Prize Keeley’s Hardware Hamper – Juddy S, 15th Prize HD Hair Design – Max Timmons, 16th Prize Ashley’s Barber Shop voucher – Denis & Nora Byrne, 17th Prize Roundwood Pharmacy Hamper – Edel Kennedy, 18th Prize Turkey – Martin Crosby, 19th Prize Adriano’s voucher – Barry O’Brien. Congratulations to all the winners, especially Arya on the winning of the top prize. A big thanks to our local businesses and individuals who donated prizes or gave money towards the cash prize and the cost of the printing of the tickets. The winners of the smaller raffles were as follows – Snowman Chocolate Biscuit Christmas Cake – Susie Ferguson, All for One voucher – Laura Ledder, Turkey – Monica Brady, Ham – Ger Lowe, Dunnes voucher – Joanne Meagher & Guess the Weight of the Cake (8lb 8oz)– Connie Byrne. The fabulous Moneystown hampers were won by John Malone and Alibhe Malone. The flower arrangements were won by Brian Flood, Joan Byrne and Máire Hall. 

There is no final tally on the amount fundraised as yet but an update will follow in the coming weeks. To the people of Roundwood, Moneystown and beyond, you never cease to amaze, thank you for your generosity and continued support. 

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS

It was a perfect evening last Saturday night for the great crowds who hit the streets of Roundwood to witness the turning on of the Christmas tree lights. Many thanks and well done Joe Synnott Roofing and team for the sponsorship and erection of the fantastic Roundwood Village Christmas tree. Thanks to Robert Power Electrician & his staff for doing the needful on the Christmas lights all around the village. It looks amazing. 

A big, big thanks to Kitty Kennedy, one of Roundwood’s oldest residents, who had the mighty task to officially turn on the Christmas tree lights. Thanks to Santa for taking time out of his busy schedule to come to Roundwood to see the children and to the Roundwood Folk group and the many great carol singers who got us all into the festive spirit. 

The opportunity to gather again to have a chat over a mug of lovely mulled wine and other refreshments in the Parish Hall went down a treat too. The work on the Christmas lights in the village is coordinated and funded through the Roundwood & District Community Council with some very welcome financial support this year from Wicklow Co Council. The village looks absolutely fantastic – well done to all. Let the festivities begin. 

CANCER SUPPORT 

Roundwood Cancer Support have just launched our new website and can be found at www.roundwoodcancersupport.ie  Here you will find out about all our services and up to date information about us. Also, our drop in centre is open Monday and Friday from 10 till 12 in the morning. 

WHIST RESULTS 

Results of Whist held on Wednesday November 30^th. Top Score Tiny Shortt, First Gent Jimmy Molloy, Second Gent Richie Cullen, First Lady May Kenna, Second Lady Maura Mc Hugh and Mollie Byrne (shared). First Half Anne Pierce, Second Half Martin Byrne, Longest Sitting Marie Magee, Lowest Score Margaret Kennedy. Raffle won by Anne Pierce, Tiny Shortt and Martin Byrne. Next Whist will be held on Wednesday December 14^th at 8pm. Everyone welcome.  

SHEEPDOG TRIALS  

Results for the dog trials held on 1^st November. Open Class -1st T Lamb, 2nd E O’Connell ,3rd K Byrne, 4th B Ryan ,5th C Cashin, 6th T Lamb.  

Wicklow Class – 1st P Fanning, 2nd W Pierce, 3rd P Fanning, 4th A Sharkey.  

Novice Class – 1st D Anderson, 2nd A Sharkey, 3rd J Driver.  

Intermediate Class – 1st D Anderson, 2nd A Sharkey, 3rd P Reid.  

Judged by Andy Corrigan  

The Committee would like to thank all their sponsors for their kind donations. A total of 64 dogs took part in the competition. Your donations have been kindly received by local charities. 

 
WALK CHALLENGE 

There is still time to join the Roundwood walk challenge. Leaving Roundwood Parish Hall at 7pm every Wednesday evening. Walks are tailored to the ability of the group so everyone, young and not so young, are most welcome. 

LOTTO 

Results of the draw held on Sunday 4^th December. There was no jackpot winner. The numbers drawn were ,6 19, 27 & 29. There were eight match three winners, Stephen, Amelia Power, EJ Doyle, Thomas Corant, Ellen Price, Ray O’Connor, L Gaskin & C KIng Jnr. Next week’s jackpot will be €24,700. 

BADMINTON

We are open for adults Monday and Wednesday at 7.30pm in Aras An Tochar GAA Complex. We are open for Juvenile Secondary School students from 7.30pm until 9pm.  

TABLE TENNIS 

We are back at the parish hall on Monday nights 7.30-9.30pm for table tennis all levels catered for. A fun way to keep fit. €5 per night. Contact Brian Higgins 085 118563 

SET DANCING  

Roundwood set dancing has resumed on Thursday nights in the parish hall starting at 9pm.  We look forward to welcoming back our usual dancers and also any new comers if they would like to join us, are always welcome. Admission €5.  

   
45 CARD GAME  

45 Card Game every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at 8pm. Teas served.  All are welcome.     

INDOOR BOWLS   

In Moneystown Community Centre, continuing every Monday at 8.30 pm. Looking forward to seeing you there.  Beginners are very welcome.    

MOBILE LIBRARY 

Wicklow County Council Mobile Library will be in Roundwood Village on Thursday 15^{th t} December 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 

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS 

 
The Christmas lights in Roundwood village will be turned on Saturday 3rd of December after 7pm mass (circa 7:45pm) followed by festive refreshments in Roundwood Parish Hall. Dig out the Christmas jumpers and Sants hats and let the festivities begin! All welcome

PARISH SALE OF WORK 

The sale of work takes place on December 4th from 12-4pm at the GAA Complex. To make this event possible, we are looking for donations for the following stalls. Wine/Spirits/Minerals for the Bottle Stall, home baking etc. for the Home Produce Stall. Toys in good working order for the Toy Stall, good quality Bric A Brac. Donations can be left with Maureen in the Parish Office, Monday – Thursday 8.45am -12.30pm. Also if anyone can volunteer an hour to help set up on Saturday or clean up on Sunday it would be much appreciated. If you require any further information, please contact Liz at 087 6736066.  

Tickets for the Parish Grand raffle will hit the streets in the coming weeks. There is a fantastic list of prizes all donated by our wonderfully generous local businesses. Tickets can be returned at the Sale of Work or beforehand, in a sealed envelope into the Roundwood Lotto box above the ATM in Centra or to the Parish office during opening times. Your support is much appreciated.  

CANCER SUPPORT 

Roundwood Cancer Support have just launched our new website and can be found at www.roundwoodcancersupport.ie  Here you will find out about all our services and up to date information about us. Also, our drop in centre is open Monday and Friday from 10 till 12 in the morning. 

WALK CHALLENGE 
 

There is still time to join the Roundwood walk challenge. Leaving Roundwood Parish Hall at 7pm every Wednesday evening. Walks are tailored to the ability of the group so everyone, young and not so young, are most welcome. 

LOTTO 

Results of the draw held on Sunday 27^th November. There was no jackpot winner. The numbers drawn were ,6 11, 12 & 16. There were eight match three winners, A Gaffney, Joey Hamilton, Cora Byrne, Melissa Colleran, C O’Toole, Alec Wolohan, Mark Burke & Eileen Kennedy. Next week’s jackpot will be €24,400. 

ACTIVE RETIREMENT 

Senior’s Christmas Day out Monday 12th Dec. it includes. A wonderful afternoon of fine dining, music and comedy at the Shamrock Lodge Hotel, Athlone, Co. Westmeath. This cost includes all of the following: Transfer to and from Roundwood, Tea/coffee reception, Music and festive carols with Joe, Frankie and Showcase & special guest Lorraine McDonald, Sumptuous 4 Course Festive Dinner. Comedy with the hilarious Frank Forde shortly after the meal followed by Music with Brendan Shine & his Super Band! (4.00pm-6.00pm) Cost: €75. Contact Mary at 087 6595381 

BADMINTON  

We are open for adults Monday and Wednesday at 7.30pm in Aras An Tochar GAA Complex. We are open for Juvenile Secondary School students from 7.30pm until 9pm.  

TABLE TENNIS 

We are back at the parish hall on Monday nights 7.30-9.30pm for table tennis all levels catered for. A fun way to keep fit. €5 per night. Contact Brian Higgins 085 118563 

SET DANCING  

Roundwood set dancing has resumed on Thursday nights in the parish hall starting at 9pm.  We look forward to welcoming back our usual dancers and also any new comers if they would like to join us, are always welcome. Admission €5.  

   
45 CARD GAME   

45 Card Game every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at 8pm. Teas served.  All are welcome.     

INDOOR BOWLS   

In Moneystown Community Centre, continuing every Monday at 8.30 pm. Looking forward to seeing you there.  Beginners are very welcome.    

MOBILE LIBRARY 

Wicklow County Council Mobile Library will be in Roundwood Village on Thursday 1^st December 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