ROUNDWOOD FESTIVAL

The Roundwood Festival 2022 will take place from the 28th to the 31st July. There is a great line up of events for all age groups. Set dancing in Roundwood Parish Hall from 9pm on Thursday night will get the ball rolling followed by a Family Céilé on Friday night from 7:30pm. All roads will lead to Áras an Tochar on Saturday night after the Men’s Senior Championship game for a great night of entertainment at the Bingo Spectacular. The Street Festival Day will start with the parade which will go down the main street and enter the Festival Field at 2pm. Many thanks to the Roundwood Inn and the Schwalm family for kindly permitting the use of their field on the Lough Dan Road for the days’ events. Check out the posters online and in the village for details of the various events. Most importantly, all the kids should bring their teddy bears and a rug for the big teddy bear’s picnic and don’t forget to spruce up the dog for the ever popular Dog Show! There will be live music and entertainment beside the tea tent throughout the day. The fabulous Jim McCabe will be MC for the day keeping you informed of the various events so do come along and join the fun.

The Festival raffle tickets which is the main fundraiser for the Festival are available for sale now in An Tochar House, Keith Grant’s Butcher and at events throughout the weekend. Many thanks to our wonderful local businesses who generously support the festival by making financial donations or by sponsoring raffle prizes. These events could not happen without you!

BINGO SPECTACULAR

An Tóchar GAA are delighted to announce our annual bank holiday special event.  This year we are running a Bingo Spectacular, held as part of the Roundwood Street Festival Saturday 30th July in An Tóchar GAA. Bingo Spec! is a night full of entertainment, music, dancing and prizes. The doors will open from 6.30pm with Full Bar service and everyone is welcome to come straight after our Men’s Senior Championship Game (throw-in at 4.30 pm in Aughrim).  

The Bingo event will start at 8pm sharp, so get there early to give yourself plenty of time to find a seat and get your bingo cards ready. There will be entertainment and music throughout the night with rounds including “Naughtys”, “90s”, “Sing Alongs” and “Your Nanny’s Favorites”.   

As we have friends in low places the winner of our “Your Nanny’s Favorites” Round will receive a pair of Garth Brooks tickets for his sold out Croke Park concert. Plenty of prizes are still to be announced. We will be revealing more soon. 

Do not be disappointed, this will be a sell out and cannot be missed. Tickets available online, in Roundwood Post Office or in Eclectic CHT in Wicklow Town.  This is an over 18s event I.D required.  

MUSIC IN CALARY 

There will be a number of concerts in Calary Church at the end of July and beginning of August: Wednesday 27 July – Simon Watterton (piano); Thursday 28 July: Duo Formosa from Florida (violin and piano); Saturday 30 July: Fiachra Garvey (piano) and Patrick Rafter (violin); Tuesday 2 August: Anna Cashell (violin), Aisling Ennis (harp) and Simon Watterton (piano). To book tickets for these concerts or for more information, please ring John (01) 2818146 or email derekneilson11@gmail.com 

THE ULTIMATE GARTH BROOKS EXPERIENCE

Roundwood AFC are delighted to bring Trevor Smith & Friends in Low Places, the ultimate Garth Brooks experience, to Aras an Tochar on Saturday 6^th August. Limited number of tickets available so book now by contacting Martha on 086 355 5036 or Hugh on 087 201 3761 to avoid disappointment. Tickets €30 each. 

NEW MASS TIMES 

Parishes of St. Laurence O’Toole Roundwood/Moneystown & St. Kevins, Glendalough: New Mass Times- Weekends: commencing weekend 23rd & 24th July:  Saturday 7 pm – Roundwood, Sunday 10 am – Moneystown, Sunday 11.30 am – Laragh.  Weekdays: commencing Monday 18th July:  Monday 10 am Roundwood, Tuesday  9 am Laragh, Wednesday 10 am Roundwood, Thursday – No Mass, Friday 9 am Laragh 

LOTTO    

Results of the draw held on Sunday 24^th July. There was no jackpot winner. The numbers drawn were 6, 22, 28 & 30. There were two match three winners, K.Crean and Martin & Sharon. Next week’s jackpot will be €19,300. 

PATTERN DAY WALK  

Tha annual Pattern Day Walk from Moneystown Community Centre to Lady’s Well Ballymanus Upper on Carrick Mountain will take place on Sunday 14th August leaving Moneystown at 6pm. The route is about 9 km return route to Moneystown (good walking shoes and waterproof clothing recommended and no dogs allowed) Suitable of older children accompanied by adults. The route is along the road then on Coillte roads. Lady’s well is an ancient well that is marked on the Neville Maps of 1760 as an important site.  

The Well was rediscovered in 2013 and there has been a walk every year or close to the original pattern day August 15th .There will be a short talk on the history and traditions of the holy wells including the Pre-Christian and Christians of this ancient site and also relevant local history. 

If you want to play music, read a poem or sing a song feel free to join in as singing, dancing etc were all part of the traditions of pattern days and visits to the well. 

Refreshments after the walk in Moneystown Community Centre. Any queries please contact Rosaleen at rosaleendurkin8@gmail.com. Facebook page Wicklow Wells. People attending the walk are undertaking to do it at their own risk and the organisers accept no responsibility or liability for loss or injury on the walk.  

SOCIAL WHIST  

Next whist will be held on Wednesday July 27^th at 8pm in the new parish hall come along and enjoy a night of cards with us.  

COUNTRY MUSIC 

Westport Country Music Break 23rd-28th of October 2022. 5 nights 6 days music every night and tours to Achill Island, Galway and Leenane. All in price €499 pp sharing. €100 extra for Singles. Dinner B&B. Deposit of €200 and names before 15th July 2022 and remaining money to be paid in full by 15th of August 2022.For further information, Contact Susan at 087 6273032 
 

MOBILE LIBRARY 

Wicklow County Council Mobile Library will be in Roundwood Village on Thursday 28^th July 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 

NEW MASS TIMES 

Parishes of St. Laurence O’Toole Roundwood/Moneystown & St. Kevins, Glendalough: New Mass Times- Weekends: commencing weekend 23rd & 24th July:  Saturday 7 pm – Roundwood, Sunday 10 am – Moneystown, Sunday 11.30 am – Laragh.  Weekdays: commencing Monday 18th July:  Monday 10 am Roundwood, Tuesday  9 am Laragh, Wednesday 10 am Roundwood, Thursday – No Mass, Friday 9 am Laragh 

MUSIC IN CALARY 

There will be a number of concerts in Calary Church at the end of July and beginning of August: Wednesday 27 July – Simon Watterton (piano); Thursday 28 July: Duo Formosa from Florida (violin and piano); Saturday 30 July: Fiachra Garvey (piano) and Patrick Rafter (violin); Tuesday 2 August: Anna Cashell (violin), Aisling Ennis (harp) and Simon Watterton (piano). To book tickets for these concerts or for more information, please ring John (01) 2818146 or email derekneilson11@gmail.com 

SHAMANIC DRUMMING 

Shamanic Drumming Circle, 7-9pm, at Turquoise Café, A98 W5C3. First Thursday of every month. A shamanic drumming circle is a place to come with friends, catch up over a cuppa and then connect in an authentic way. This is a particular type of drumming, using a shamanic drum. A steady 4-7 beats per second, will induce theta brain waves to enable us to journey into non ordinary states to retrieve healing, insights and wisdom for ourselves and our community. All welcome, no experience in shamanic journeying or drumming is necessary. If you have a shamanic drum I welcome you to bring it along. You would need to bring a pillow and blanket. This is a non profit event, costs are to cover venue and refreshments. If you would like to know more about shamanic drumming, or if have any questions, just drop Fiona a line on safehaventranspersonal@gmail.com or give a buzz on 087 2989801. 

ROUNDWOOD FESTIVAL

Roundwood Festival 2022 will take place on Sunday the 31 st July in Roundwood Village from 2pm til late. The day will start with the usual fun and games in a new location – the field opposite Roundwood NS on the Lough Dan Road. There’s plenty to keep all the family entertained including face painting, bungee run, bouncy obstacle course, live music, interactive workshops including origami and Japense hand massage. Test your strength on the hang tough bar or cheer on your favourites in the inter-pub tug of war or the inter-club novelty race. The full list of activities is still a work in progress but its shaping up to be a great day so keep the day & night free!

Now is the time to start working on your scarecrows for the scarecrow competition! If you need straw for your masterpiece please call John on 086 8225705. Then erect your scarecrow inside the fence on Roundwood Street Festival Day. Judging takes place on the day and the winners will be announced that evening. Two Prizes for the Best Scarecrow & the Most Topical!

FESTIVAL RAFFLE

The Festival raffle tickets which is the main fundraiser for the Festival are hitting the post boxes and local outlets this week. Your support is much appreciated. Festival tickets and money can be returned in a sealed envelope into the Roundwood Lotto box above the ATM in Centra in Roundwood. Many thanks to our wonderful local businesses who generously support the festival by making financial donations or by sponsoring raffle prizes.

FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS

The Festival is run by volunteers. It can’t happen without your help. This year there is alot going on and we are in desperate need of helpers. It’s literally one hour of your time on the day of the Festival 31st of July. If you are in a position to volunteer on the day of the Festival please call Monica on 086 8055040. If you are not available on the day we also need some volunteers to help set up the field the day before the festival and to tidy up on the day after. Your help and support will be greatly appreciated by all – especailly your children and family members. Without your help the Roundwood Festival cannot happen. Let’s make it a day to remember! Please make that call!

LOTTO    

Results of the draw held on Sunday 18^th July. There was no jackpot winner. The numbers drawn were 5, 17, 18 & 19 there was one match three winner, Eamonn Kavanagh. Next week’s jackpot will be €19,000. 

SOCIAL WHIST  

Results of the whist held on Wednesday July 13^th. Top Score Patricia Byrne, First Gent Ann Pierce, Second Gent Jimmy Molloy, First Lady Maura McHugh, Second Lady Mollie Byrne, First Half Richie Cullen, Second Half Tiney Short, Longest Sitting May Kenna, Lowest Score   at 8pm in the Anne Wolohan. Raffle prizes won by Richie Cullen, Jimmy Molloy & May Kenna. Next whist will be held on Wednesday July 27^th at 8pm in the new parish hall come along and enjoy a night of cards with us.  

JENNY’S PRE-SCHOOL 

Jenny’s pre -school Moneystown has a limited number of places left for September 2022 and are now taking enrolments for 2023. Enquiries to jennyspreschoolmoneystown@gmail.com 

AIKIDO 

Is a non-competitive Japanese Martial Art for Flexibility, Coordination, Relaxation and Self Defense. Instructor Joe McHugh 5th Dan Aikido Aikikai. Moneystown Community Hall. Wednesdays 19.30 (Beginners especially Welcome)  €5 Unemployed € 8 Employed. For information Contact 086/101 96 68 

COUNTRY MUSIC 

Westport Country Music Break 23rd-28th of October 2022. 5 nights 6 days music every night and tours to Achill Island, Galway and Leenane. All in price €499 pp sharing. €100 extra for Singles. Dinner B&B. Deposit of €200 and names before 15th July 2022 and remaining money to be paid in full by 15th of August 2022.For further information, Contact Susan at 087 6273032 
 

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.   

MOBILE LIBRARY 

Wicklow County Council Mobile Library will be in Roundwood Village on Thursday 28^th July 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 

CONDOLENCES

The community of Roundwood and beyond are saddened at the news of the passing of Eithne Kavanagh. As well as teaching and the Vice Principal of Roundwood NS, Eithne was a stalwart of the community and always had that fantastic smile and a cheery word for young and old. Eithne was truly a wonderful lady whose kindness touched and will be greatly missed by many. Deepest sympathies to Eamonn, Martin, Paul, Aoife, Sarah, Emma and all the Kavanagh & Murphy families. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dilís

FAREWELL TO FR OWEN LYNCH 

Fr. Owen will celebrate his last Masses /Ceremonies on Saturday / Sunday 16th & 17th July.  Everyone is invited to a reception in the Parish Hall immediately after the 6 pm Vigil Mass on Saturday 16th to wish him well as he leaves to take up his new position in St. Peter’s Parish, Bray. 

MUSIC IN CALARY 

There will be a number of concerts in Calary Church at the end of July and beginning of August: Wednesday 27 July – Simon Watterton (piano); Thursday 28 July: Duo Formosa from Florida (violin and piano); Saturday 30 July: Fiachra Garvey (piano) and Patrick Rafter (violin); Tuesday 2 August: Anna Cashell (violin), Aisling Ennis (harp) and Simon Watterton (piano). To book tickets for these concerts or for more information, please ring John (01) 2818146 or email derekneilson11@gmail.com 

CEMETERY SUNDAY  

The Blessing of the Graves in Roundwood Cemetery will take place on Sunday 17th July at 11.30 am.  (No Mass) We appeal to all those attending to Not Park any vehicles on the Oldtown Road between Vartry House and the Cemetery.  All those who are able to park in the village and walk up are asked to do so, in order to allow room for the less able-bodied Parishioners to be driven to the Cemetery. Thank you 

SHAMANIC DRUMMING 

Shamanic Drumming Circle, 7-9pm, at Turquoise Café, A98 W5C3. First Thursday of every month. A shamanic drumming circle is a place to come with friends, catch up over a cuppa and then connect in an authentic way. This is a particular type of drumming, using a shamanic drum. A steady 4-7 beats per second, will induce theta brain waves to enable us to journey into non ordinary states to retrieve healing, insights and wisdom for ourselves and our community. All welcome, no experience in shamanic journeying or drumming is necessary. If you have a shamanic drum I welcome you to bring it along. You would need to bring a pillow and blanket. This is a non profit event, costs are to cover venue and refreshments. If you would like to know more about shamanic drumming, or if have any questions, just drop Fiona a line on safehaventranspersonal@gmail.com or give a buzz on 087 2989801. 

ROUNDWOOD FESTIVAL  

Roundwood Festival 2022 will take place on the 31 st July in Roundwood Village from 2pm til late. The day will start with the usual fun and games in a new location – the field opposite Roundwood NS on the Lough Dan Road. Now is the time to start working on your scarecrows for the scarecrow competition! If you need straw for your masterpiece please call John on 086 8225705. Then erect your scarecrow inside the fence on Roundwood Street Festival Day. 

Judging takes place on the day and the winners will be announced that evening. Two Prizes for the Best Scarecrow & the Most Topical! The Festival raffle tickets which is the main fundraiser for the Festival will be hitting the streets soon. Many thanks to our wonderful local businesses who generously support the festival by making financial donations or by sponsoring raffle prizes. These events could not happen without you! So please shop and socialise local folks so we can, in turn, support our local businesses! The Festival is run by volunteers so if you are in a position to help out in distributing raffle tickets, volunteering on the day of the Festival or on the following tidy-up day or have any bright ideas to include into the Festival events please email info@roundwood.ie Your input and support will be greatly appreciated. 

NEW MASS TIMES

Parishes of St. Laurence O’Toole Roundwood/Moneystown & St. Kevins, Glendalough: New Mass Times- Weekends: commencing weekend 23^rd & 24^th July:  Saturday 7 pm – Roundwood, Sunday 10 am – Moneystown, Sunday 11.30 am – Laragh.  Weekdays: commencing Monday 18^th July:  Monday 10 am Roundwood, Tuesday  9 am Laragh, Wednesday 10 am Roundwood, Thursday – No Mass, Friday 9 am Laragh

THANK YOU 

Thanks to Gerry O’Toole and his driver Colm Nolan for bringing us shopping every Friday and also to the Brocagh Centre Laragh every Tuesday. From Dinah & Friends. 

LOTTO  

The lotto draw was not held this week, it will resume again next Sunday 17th of July.  

SOCIAL WHIST

Next whist on Wednesday July 13th at 8pm in the new parish hall come along and enjoy a night of cards with us.  

JENNY’S PRE-SCHOOL

Jenny’s pre -school Moneystown has a limited number of places left for September 2022 and are now taking enrolments for 2023. Enquiries to jennyspreschoolmoneystown@gmail.com 

AIKIDO 

Is a non-competitive Japanese Martial Art for Flexibility, Coordination, Relaxation and Self Defense. Instructor Joe McHugh 5th Dan Aikido Aikikai. Moneystown Community Hall. Wednesdays 19.30 (Beginners especially Welcome)  €5 Unemployed € 8 Employed. For information Contact 086/101 96 68 

COUNTRY MUSIC 

Westport Country Music Break 23rd-28th of October 2022. 5 nights 6 days music every night and tours to Achill Island, Galway and Leenane. All in price €499 pp sharing. €100 extra for Singles. Dinner B&B. Deposit of €200 and names before 15th July 2022 and remaining money to be paid in full by 15th of August 2022.For further information, Contact Susan at 087 6273032 
 

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.   

MOBILE LIBRARY 

Wicklow County Council Mobile Library will be in Roundwood Village on Thursday 14^th July 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