Around the Districts: Donard, Dunlavin, Hollywood, Kiltegan, Knockananna and Stratford-on-Slaney
Donard I.C.A.
The monthly meeting of Donard I.C.A. will take place on Wednesday 21st May in Donard Community Hall at 7.30pm. New members are always welcome.
Bluegrass BBQ and Festival
There are still some tickets available for the Bluegrass BBQ and Festival on 31st May from Toomey's Bar, John O'Keeffee's Shop and online through Eventbrite.
Sympathy
The community would like to express sympathy to the Kearney Family, formerly of Knockanarrigan, on the death of their father Tom. Ar dheis De go raibh a hanam.
DUNLAVIN
Arts Festival event
At War with Mercy, written by Leonard Cohen, Angela Keogh and John MacKenna
Join us for an unforgettable evening at St Nicholas Church of Ireland for the Dunlavin Arts Festival Concert, featuring the incredible performance of At War with Mercy.
Featuring three musicians, Shane Sullivan (gtr/vocals); Katie Jacques (vocals) and Dave Day (percussion) and two actors, Angela Keogh and John MacKenna. Saturday June 21st at 7.30pm. St Nicholas Church, Dunlavin.
Get ready to be swept away by their captivating music and powerful lyrics. This in-person event promises to be a night to remember, filled with soul-stirring melodies and a fantastic atmosphere. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to experience live music at its best! Tickets cost €10.00. Enquiries to 087 9693960
St Vincent de Paul
Our local St Vincent de Paul are always in need of volunteers. If you feel you could help your local branch please get in touch.
There has never been a more urgent need for volunteers, with the increase of hardship and loneliness in our community. Those who have volunteered have found this to be a challenging but rewarding work. Contact the parish office or 089 2702650 for more information or with any questions.
If anybody is in need of support please do not hesitate to contact the local group - you can do so by leaving a note into the parish centre or contacting 089 2702650. Please be assured all contact is private and confidential.
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Bingo Volunteers
Imaal Hall Bingo are looking for volunteers, Saturdays 8.30 to 11pm (even one Saturday a month). If you are able to give a few hours back to the community, please contact imaalhalldunlavin@gmail.com or the parish office.
They are looking for volunteers who can assist the participants, call bingo numbers and sell books.
Rosary at the Grotto
Join us praying the Rosary every evening in May at 7.30pm. Most evenings we will be at the statue of Our Lady in the garden outside church, except before mass on Tuesdays and Saturdays, when we'll be joining the regularly Rosary prayers inside church. All are welcome
Dunlavin Tidy Towns
The application deadline for this year's Tidy Towns competition is fast approaching, and we're hopeful for another strong result in 2025.
We're always on the lookout for new volunteers to lend a hand, or you can simply take pride in your own space and keep it clean.
Dunlavin should look its best all year round, but especially in summer when the adjudicator visits. Last year, that visit coincided with the Arts Festival, so keep that timing in mind.
We're not asking for major projects, just a bit of awareness. Please watch out for litter, and dog owners, we need you to pick up after your pets and bin it.
This continues to be an issue. We regularly get messages asking for more bins, but evidence shows that more bins don't solve the problem and often make it worse.
We all know the repeat offenders. It's not up to Dunlavin Tidy Towns or any community group to police dog waste. It's up to each of us to take responsibility.
Culture Bus
The culture bus will leave Dunlavin at 11am on May 24th to visit The Botanic Gardens and Glasnevin Cemetery. Return for Dunlavin at 6pm. Telephone 0879693960 to book a seat on the bus.
Class Reunion
A class reunion of students in St. Kevin's Community College in the years 1988/89 will take place in Germaine's, Baltinglass on June 7th. Anyone interested in going or helping organise it can contact Catherine McEnroe, on 087 2020795.
Dunlavin GAA
Please be advised that there are strictly NO dogs allowed in the GAA grounds at any time. We ask everyone using the facilities to please adhere to this policy as a lot of hard work goes into ensuring the grounds are kept clean, safe & hygenic for all to enjoy its use. Thank you.
Arts Group
A new arts group is being set up in West Wicklow-for musicians, visual artists, writers, performers and other art practitioners. The idea behind this is to bring artists in West Wicklow area together. If interested fill out the form on forms.office.com
Adoration
Adoration of the Blessèd Sacrament will take place in St Nicholas of Myra Church, on Thursday evenings from 8-9pm. All are welcome.
Baltinglass Hospital Appeal
The hospital would like donations of used Christmas, birthday, Easter ETC cards. The residents love to cut them up and create new cards to sell. Can be dropped or posted to the hospital. A great way to recycle effectively. The hospital wish to thank everyone for their support during the year and every good wish for 2025.
Bingo
Bingo has resumes in the Imaal Hall on Saturday at the new time of 8.45pm. Great prizes to be won, come along and support your local hall.
Scoil Nioclais Naofa
Bus Escorts are needed to travel with students to and from school. Candidates should have experience working with children who have additional needs. Applicants will need to be Garda vetted. Please apply to craddockstownschool@kwetb.ie
Trip to Medjugorje
There will be a trip to Medjugorje this year, leaving on September 10th for one week. Price €899. Contact Mary O'Sullivan at 087 6121951 for details.
Pickle Ball
Pickle Ball takes place every Tuesday in the Imaal Hall from 7pm to 9pm. Everyone welcome. €5 pay as you go. Great fun and great way to meet new friends.
Dunlavin AFC
Anyone interested in playing Under 18 soccer should contact Brian on 087-7778663. Players must be born between 2007 and 2008.
First score winner last week was Liam Burke and Jimmy Birchall. Thanks to all who support.
Line Dancing
Line dancing takes place in the Imaal Hall every Wednesday 8-10pm, all welcome. Great way to meet new friends and keep fit.
Social Dancing
Social Dancing takes place in Donard Community Hall on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 9-12pm. All welcome.
Baby and Toddler Group
Dunlavin Baby and Toddler Group meet in Seomra (Imaal Hall) on Wednesdays from 9:30am-12noon. Please come along for a play and a cuppa. All welcome
Friendship Club
Dunlavin Friendship Club meet every Friday at 3pm. All are welcome. Check if a neighbour needs a lift.
HOLLYWOOD
Music Generation
Music Generation Wicklow and Music Under The Mountains are coming together to offer lessons on guitar, tin whistle, traditional flute, fiddle, accordion and concertina.
Lessons will take place in the Hollywood centre on Saturday mornings 10am-1pm beginners and advanced levels welcome. age 8-17. Cost is €8 for 40-minute Lesson in small group for 25. total cost per year is €200 payable in two online instalments. Any queries contact musicgeneration@kwetb.ie
Hollywood Bingo
Bingo takes place in the Hollywood Centre every Thursday night at 8pm with two jackpots to be won with one jackpot of €6,000 and second €5,000.
Hollywood Pre-School
Hollywood Pre-School are in the Hollywood Centre every morning from 9.00 until 12.30 for further information contact Barbara on 083 3376499.
Friendship Club
We Meet every Wednesday from 2.15 to 4.15pm in the Hollywood Centre. New members most welcome. Contact Marie Tutty on 085 1072356 or 045 864289
Hillbillies Football
Football is on every Monday night in the Hollywood Centre from 8.15pm to 9.15pm. For further information contact Paul Clarke on 083 1522272.
Hollywood Bowls
The Club bowl every Tuesday nights in The Hollywood Centre between 8-10pm. New Members are always welcome, so come along and see what it is all about.
Sinead O'Brien Dance School
Dance Classes are on every Friday with a new timetable 3-6yrs 4.00-5.00pm, 7-10yrs 5.00-6.00pm, and new class 11yrs up 6.00-7.00pm contact Sinead for Details on 087 2924559.
Badminton
Adult Badminton takes place every Wednesday night from 8.00-10.00pm in the Hollywood Centre. For further details contact Deirdre Keogh on 087 6193509.
GAA Club Lotto
Hollywood GAA Club Lotto draw results for 30th April. The numbers drawn were 16, 17, 18 & 19. There was no winner of the jackpot. The €20 seller's prizes went to Mag Coyne 17, The 4 x €50 went to Doireann Deay online 124, Colette Walsh online 332, Fiona Flood 536, Richard Burke 221. We also had 2 pairs Punchestown Festival tickets for our sellers. pairs of tickets won by Mary Clarke and Myles Burke.
The next draw for a jackpot of €9,400 will be held on 14th May at the Hollywood GAA club house. Tickets can be bought online at hollywoodgaa.com and from the usual local outlets. Thanks for your continued support and good luck.
Centre/notes
To book the Hollywood Centre, or place a notice in the district section of the Wicklow People please contact the Centre on 045 864979 or Email: info@hollywoodcentre.ie. All notes MUST be in the Hollywood Centre before 11am on Friday for the following week.
KILTEGAN
Connect to the Season
On this coming Saturday, May 24, St. Patrick's Missionary Society, Highpark (W91 Y022) will host an event as part of National Biodiversity Week - 'Connect to the Season'–A Botanical Walk with Foraging, Folklore & Forest Bathing, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Booking is essential by emailing eao@wicklowcoco.ie.
Pop-up Pantry
The Pop-up Pantry and Food Market is back at the Village Pantry, Rathdangan on Sunday May 25 at O'Toole Memorial Hall (W91 F897) from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Come along and avail of the best and freshest of food stalls including cakes by Daisy Cottage Farm, bread by Grá Aránn, Hollywood Cheese, Graney Goodies and Wicklow Honey. Live music will be performed by Letters from Leroy and Emma Murphy (along with any other artists who drop by) from 11.30 a.m. Not to be missed.
KNOCKANANNA
Car Boot Sale
The next Knockananna Car boot is on Saturday 31st May with the hall open from 8am to 1pm. It is €10 to pitch and tables are provided. Thanks to all for the great support last month.
STRATFORD-ON-SLANEY
Table Quiz
Stratford Grangecon GAA Club will hold a Family Fun Table Quiz on Friday, May 23 at 7 p.m. in the Clubhouse. €50 per table (2 adults, 2/3 children). There will be a raffle on the night.
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