Around the Districts: Avoca to Hollywood
Results for Monday, July 14, first prize €200 Natasha Murray Conary second prize €100 Michelle Doran Avoca third prize €50 Fiona Keogh. Barndarrig Seller's prize €20 Nicole Murray. Congratulations to everyone. The club would like to thank everyone for their continuous support. Next draw Monday, July 28.
Aughrim
Community First Responders Fundraiser
A fantastic group of Granite City Strength and Conditioning Gym/Colette O'Malley Fitness members and friends took to the hills of Aughrim to fundraise for the Aughrim Community First Responders. Up before the dawn they headed up Cushbawn at 4 a.m. on June 21 to greet the summer Solstice Sunrise and headed back to the gym for a beautiful breakfast. A great morning was had by all. We are delighted we raised a total of €430.47 and passed it onto the Responders on July 11.
GAA News
Congratulations to our all-Ireland ticket winners in our Club Draw. Róisín Fitzgerald, Robbie Doyle and Kian Keogh were the winners of the Hurling tickets and Paul Whelan, Peter Quigley and Dara O'Shea were successful for the Football tickets.
Our Intermediate Hurlers had their first outing in the championship last Saturday against Kilcoole and unfortunately, we went down by six points on a score line of Aughrim 0-19, Kilcoole 4-13. In a closely contested game the difference between the two teams was the ability for Kilcoole to find the net on no less than four occasions and unfortunately for us we could not raise a green flag despite creating at least four clear cut chances. A man of the match performance from the Kilcoole goalkeeper Luke Frawley paved the way for their victory. We will have to regroup now and go again for our next game.
Town and Country Market
There are a lot of marketeers with fantastic products and produce offerings from barista coffee, fresh biscuits, home baked cakes, artisan breads, frittatas and sausage rolls, plus freshly made garlic pesto, handmade clothing for babies, flower arrangements to beautify homes and workplaces. We have wooden products and hand painted signs, bird boxes and natural healing products plus hand crafted cushions and hand-crafted jewellery and cards. Artisan bread and home bakes plus a beautiful setting to enjoy with the whole family and even to bring along the dog for a walk. The playground is a fantastic place for the little ones while the New to you Thrift shop offers bargains of all kinds for the whole family. The fishing facility is open and stocked so if fishing is your passion this is the place to be. Bowling green is looking stunning, chat to any member for more information. Please see @aughrimtownandcountry on Facebook for weekly updates or contact Linn at 087 6836278 if you want to become a Marketeer or need any information regarding the market. We look forward to seeing you all on Saturday between 10.00 13. 30. And if you are not sure where to find us, put Y14WK38 into your Google Maps and it will bring you right to our front door.
Lotto
The numbers drawn in Aughrim Sports Club lotto on Monday, July 14, were 11, 21, 22 and 24. There were two match-three winners: Niamh Edwards, on-line, and Becky and Zoe Moules. The jackpot was not won and stands at €10,000. The reserve jackpot is €10,000. Tickets can be purchased in the local shops and online up to 9 p.m. on the night of the draw. Thanks to everyone who supports our local lotto.
Notes Deadline
Items to be included in the Aughrim notes should be emailed to aughrimnotes@gmail.com before 8 pm on Sundays.
Dunlavin
Dunlavin Mac Norman Rally
Mac and Norman Rally takes place on Sunday, August 17, from W91w351 (Sully's) Registration at 11.30. Rally leaves at 1.30. Auction in Sully's at 3 p.m. All support appreciated.
Camphill open day
Camphill Grangebeg will host an open day on August 14 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. All are welcome to see the wonderful work done by the group. Get on the dancing.
Teatime Country Dancing
Sunday, September 14, in Rathsallagh House. T R Dallas with special guest Alistair Fingleton. Dancing 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Book tickets at €15 at 045 403112, reservation@rathsallagh.com.
Death
The death took place Patrick O'Rourke peacefully in Tallaght University Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his sister Mary and parents Edward and Lena. Patrick will be sadly missed by his sons Patrick and David and his daughter Alison. his brother Eamon and sister Rose, grandchildren, relatives and his wide circle of friends. Pats funeral took place in Dunlavin. May Pat rest in peace.
Culture Bus
If there is enough interest we hope to travel to the Olympia Theatre on August 14 to see the Weir for 7.30 showing. People need to book their tickets and then book the bus.
Sympathy
Sympathy to James and Liz Byrne and family, Usk on the death of Liz's father Tom Donohoe. Tom's funeral took place in Hollywood. May he rest in peace.
Graveyard Mass
This year's graveyard Mass will take place on Sunday, August 17, at 7 p.m. Please let families know.
Parish lotto
Our Parish lotto draw continues with tickets are now on sale from the parish centre and our promoters at €10 per month. If you'd like to become a promoter please call into the parish centre for a card. Our next draw takes place on Saturday, August 9, Monthly prizes are €1,000, €250, €100 and three prizes of €50. For further details please contact Breda at 086 3598866 or the parish office at 045 401871. The best of luck. July winners were: €1,000 – Kevin Tyrrell, Hollywood. €250 – Owen Corcoran, Toberbeg. €100 Darragh Lawlor, Milltown. €50 – Teresa Kearns, Friar Hill; Margaret O'Reilly, Sparrow Road; Paddy Moore, Athy.
Bingo Volunteers
Imaal Hall Bingo are looking for volunteers, Saturdays 8.30 p.m. to 11 p.m. (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.
Dunlavin Tidy Towns
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. 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. 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.
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 and hygenic for all to enjoy its use. Thank you.
Baltinglass Hospital Appeal
The hospital would like donations of used Christmas, birthday, Easter 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.
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 10 for one week. Price €899. Contact Mary O'Sullivan at 087 6121951 for details.
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 10 p.m. to 1 p.m. beginners and advanced levels welcome. age eight – 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 musicgenertion@kwetb.ie.
Hollywood Bingo
Bingo takes place in the Hollywood Centre every Thursday night at 8 p.m. with two jackpots to be won with one jackpot of €6,000 and second €5,000.
Friendship Club
We Meet every Wednesday from 2.15 to 4.15 p.m. in the Hollywood Centre. New members most welcome. Contact Marie Tutty at 085 1072356 or 045 864289.
Hillbillies Football
Football takes place in the Hollywood Centre every Monday night from 8.15 – to 9.15 p.m. For further information contact Paul Clarke at 083 1522272.
Hollywood Bowls
The club bowl every Tuesday nights in the Hollywood Centre between 8.10 p.m. New Members are always welcome, so come along and see what it is all about, it is a great way to spend the winter nights.
Adult Badminton
Badminton takes place every Wednesday night from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the Hollywood Centre. For further details contact Deirdre Keogh at 087 6193509.
Hollywood GAA
Hollywood GAA Club lotto draw results July 9. The numbers drawn were 1, 6, 7 and 18. There was no winner of the jackpot. The €20 seller's prizes went to Lucy Mooney 442, The four x €50 went to Thomas Kelly Balintober online 147, Hannah O'Neil online 417, O'Keeffes 154, Pat O'Neil 76. The next draw for a jackpot of €10,400 will be held on July 23. 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.
Birthday Parties
The Hollywood Centre is available for your child's special day. We cater for all types of Birthday Parties. So keep your house clean and book your party today. Call the centre at 045 864979 for details.
Neighbourhood Alertness
Important Notice Care of the Elderly: Anyone over aged 65 and are in need of advice/obtaining a Phone Security System contact Marie at 085 1072356 This also applies to Smoke Alarms. Dark evenings fast approaching. Be a 'good neighbour and call regularly for a friendly chat and making sure everything is ok'. Thank you.
You can call Garda Crime Unit in emergency 045 865202 or 999/112. Please be careful as to whom you allow into your home as there are Conmen and Women calling to houses in the locality. Be alert at all times, if in doubt contact the Guards in Blessington 045 865202. Also, it is important to look out for each other in our Neighbour Hoods and be vigilant at all times.
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