Around the Districts: Carnew, Coolgreany, Shillelagh and Tinahely

Golf Classic

Colaiste Bhride Carnew are holding their annual golf classic on Friday 14th June in Coollattin golf club, team of 4 is €240 including meal, to book phone 0874168831.

Kilrush Drama Group

Congratulations and well done to Kilrush Drama Group on winning the All Ireland final in Mountmellick on Saturday night, to Niall McGrath for best director and the best stage management, brilliant performances well done to all involved.

Kilrush Drama Group present ‘Matchmakers’ - Kilrush Drama Group will once again be performing the popular one act play ‘Matchmakers’ by Seamus O’Brien in The Bowling Hall, Carnew Community Care on Wednesday 1st May at 7pm. The play is directed by Amanda O’Keeffe and features Willy Murphy, Eileen McCabe, Fergus Garrett, Mary Doran, Clodagh Kenny and Luke Burke.

GAA club quiz night

Carnew Emmetts GAA club are holding a table quiz on this Friday 3rd May in Kenny’s The Corner House Carnew, at 9 pm table of 4 €40, all welcome.

Get fit for summer

Metcon fitness Askamore are running an 8 week program to get fit for summer, if you are interested in taking part or to book a place contact Colm on 0857334076.

Split the pot

The lucky winner of our split the pot draw for Scoil Aodan Naofa Carnew was George Oliver, who won was €217. Congratulations. Our sellers prize winners were Jenna Collins, Grace Birchall, Lucy Kennedy and Leona Myers. Our next draw takes place next Thursday 2nd May. Many thanks for your continued support.

Coláiste Bhríde Split the Pot

Congratulations to this week’s winner of our Split the Pot draw, Irene Ui Chonaill, Killacloran, Aughrim. Well done also to Florie Bower who won the seller’s prize.

Ballyellis NS Split the Pot

Winner of Split the Pot on Friday 26th April was Mairead Dee, Knocknamota winning €140. Split the Pot envelopes can be had from any parent in the school or by calling into the school. Many thanks to everyone for your support. It is much appreciated.

First Holy Communion

Congratulations to the First Holy Communion class of Ballyellis National School on receiving their First Holy Communion on Saturday 27th April in Askamore Church.

Askamore Hall

The following courses will be starting in Askamore Hall: Sewing Class, Willow Weaving, 7pm -9pm DIY for Ladies, Flower Arranging, Creative Writing, 9.30am-11.30am. Class dates Monday May 13th, 20th, 27th and June 10th and 17th. Enquiries to Eilish on 085 2156848.

Bowls every Tuesday night in Askamore Hall Y25F6D8 at 8pm.Everyone welcome. Contact Margaret on 087 7628839

Join Askamore Gym Enquiries to Colm on 0857334076

Pilates with Finch every Wednesday morning at 9am

Velocity Dance for children from 4 to 12 years old. Every Monday in Askamore Hall after school. Call Lisa on 086-3674305.

Askamore Journal 4

The reprinted version of Askamore Journal 4 is now available–very limited amount of copies – contact Davy at 086 0820146 to buy. Cost is print price of €35.

Askamore Journals 5 and 6 will be launched on 2nd June.

Darkness Into Light

Join the Carnew Darkness Into Light Committee in supporting Pieta House, a beacon of hope for suicide prevention and mental health awareness for our official walk together from Carnew Fire Station at 4.15am on 11th May.

Don’t miss out on being part of the most important sunrise of the year especially as its Carnews first year of being an official Darkness Into Light venue! Get your tickets now–https://www.darknessintolight.ie

Carnew Emmets - shop

Carnew Emmets Executive Committee are looking for expressions of interest to operate a small shop in our newly allocated area. This area will be ideal for tea/coffee & snacks.

Please email your expression of interest 10th April to Niamh our club secretary email address which is secretary.carnew.wicklow@gaa.ie

Dates for the diary

First Holy Communion - Carnew: Sunday 12th May 11am. Coolfancy: Sunday 19th May 10am. Shillelagh: 25th May 11am.

Confirmation - Carnew: Friday 17th May 11am. Coolfancy: Friday 24th May 11am.

Patrons - Carnew: Sunday 21st July 1.15pm, Tomacork 2pm. Coolfancy: Sunday 4th August 2pm. Shillelagh: 11th August 2pm.

Scór

Congratulations and well done to all who took part in Scór Sinsir last week and well done to all the winners representing their clubs in the All Ireland final in Killarney on Saturday 11th May and especially Carnew in the novelty act for the third year in a row, good luck to all.

COOLGREANY

Kilnenor Historical Society

The Kilnenor Historical Society held their AGM in the May Byrne House on Tuesday 23rd April.

The Chairman Pat Cullen gave his report for the past year, which was followed by a very comprehensive report from the Secretary Elizabeth McCarthy Byrne who detailed all the work of the past year. The treasurer’s report was read by Dan Kennedy, with all reports adopted.

The election of officers followed, with Martin Stephens being elected Chairman, Elizabeth McCarthy Byrne re-elected Secretary and Dan Kennedy re-elected Treasurer.

Work is taking place at present with the identification of graves in the graveyard.

Coolgreany Road

Coolgreany Road Action Committee are holding a public meeting in the May Byrne House on Monday 13th May at 8pm. Everyone is welcome.

Concert

Matt & Josie Minikus perform in concert on Thursday 2nd May in St Mogue’s Hall Inch at 7.30pm. Folky Mellow Christian lyrics, Free entry

Golden Circle

Our next trip is to Boom on 30th May, get your own tickets. Bus leaves Tesco at 9am, Tickets €20, contact Gertie at 083-4042746.

May Byrne House AGM

The AGM of the May Byrne Trust House will be held in the House on Monday 20th May at 7.30pm, everyone welcome.

Tidy Towns

The 2km clean-up is ongoing, the Tidy Towns committee are asking residents to come out and help, your help would be greatly appreciated, Gloves and bags are available from Maureen or Marie.

Handball

A 6 week programme has commenced, giving mums and friends the chance to play in a fun, non-competitive environment. No experience or equipment required. Every Wednesday until end of April, 8pm to 9pm. Get fit and have some fun. Everyone welcome.

Local notes

Please forward all notes for the local papers to Dan Kennedy, email danken9@gmail.com or phone 087 4605166.

SHILLELAGH

Tinahely Craft Market

The Tinahely Craft market is situated in the middle of the village opposite the butchers shop. We have an amazing array of locally made crafts - using locally sourced materials as much as possible.

The crafts include embroidered cards, junk journals & tallow creams, beaded jewellery, artworks, up & recycled textiles, candles and fab woodwork.

Our opening hours are Thursday, Friday & Saturday from 10am to 4pm. Unfortunately this Thursday Friday 2nd and 3rd May we will be closed. Please come along and support your local crafters.

Darkness Into Light walk

Darkness into Light 2024 will take place on Saturday 11th May at 4.15am. Local venues: Tinahely and Carnew. If you have not registered for the most important Sunrise of 2024 so far please make sure to do so by clicking on the link https://www.darknessintolight.ie/sign-up

TINAHELY

Tinahely Toastmasters

Learn to speak better so that; you can get your message across, build confidence, communicate effectively and speak in public without fear.

Join Tinahely Toastmasters on Thursday 9th May and 23rd May from 7.45pm to 9.45pm at the Courthouse Arts Centre Tinahely. Contact 087 825 4553 for more information.

Library events

Baby & Toddler Storytime every Wednesday at 10am, this includes songs, rhymes, stories, colouring and play - booking not required.

Adult book club - meets first Tuesday and first Thursday of the month, discover new books - chosen by the members, relax and enjoy the discussion. Next meeting is Thursday 2nd May 11am and Tuesday 7th May 7pm.

Spring into Storytime Arts & crafts at the library - Tuesday 3.30pm - Make your own book/write your own story - spaces are limited, must book on (0402) 38081 or email to tinahelylib@wicklowcoco.ie.

Craft Market

The Tinahely Craft market is situated in the middle of the village opposite the butchers shop. We have an amazing array of locally made crafts - using locally sourced materials as much as possible.

The crafts include embroidered cards, junk journals & tallow creams, beaded jewellery, artworks, up & recycled textiles, candles and fab woodwork.

Our opening hours are Thursday, Friday & Saturday from 10am to 4pm. Unfortunately this Thursday Friday 2nd and 3rd May we will be closed. Please come along and support your local crafters.

Knockananna Car Boot

Knockananna Car Boot/Craft Market is on Saturday 4th May in the hall, €10 to pitch your stall. Time to Spring clean and declutter and sell your wares. Footfall was very good last month with lots of happy traders and customers. Free tea/coffee to traders and lots of lovely home baking available on the day. Thanks to all who supported us last month.

Alzheimer’s Tea Day

St John’s Caring Centre Hacketstown will host a Tea/Coffee morning on Thursday 2nd May in aid of the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland, from 11am to 12.30pm. Please come along and support this worthy cause.

Darkness Into Light walk

Darkness into Light 2024 will take place on Saturday 11th May at 4.15am. Local venues: Tinahely and Carnew. If you have not registered for the most important Sunrise of 2024 so far please make sure to do so by clicking on the link https://www.darknessintolight.ie/sign-up

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