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Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 23rd April

Glendalough Car Boot Sales

Join us for the next Car Boot on 6th of May. Bargains to be snapped up on items like, collectables, clothes and accessories, books, candles, gifts for upcoming birthdays and of course get your appetite working with some delicious, wholesome home baking. Vans must be booked in. Please pre-book indoor spaces early. Contact the Brockagh Centre on 0404-45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net if you wish to book an indoor space or if you prefer to sell outside just show up on the morning.

Wicklow Willow Courses (New Dates)

Full day basket making workshops: May 13^th & 19^th, 9^th & 16^th of June. Contact Aoife Patterson 087 9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie to find out more about workshops in 2018.

Cycle4Familes

Ronald McDonald House will be doing their annual cycle on Saturday 28^th of April at Avon Rí Lakeshore Resort, Blessington. There will be a 100km through the Sally Gap and Wicklow Gap, 50km twice around the Blessington Lakes and 25km cycle once around Blessington Lakes. Registration at 9am with starting time at 10am. Challenge yourself for a great cause by registering now at www.rmhc.ie.

DEBRA Ireland Wicklow Mountains Challenge

If you would like a challenge Debra Ireland event is on the 29^{th of} April. The event comprises of a half marathon with stunning scenery as you run through mountains, bogs and rivers. Marathon finish based at Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. For details go to https://debraireland.org/debraevent/event-wicklow-mountains-challenge/.

High Intensity Fitness Dane (H.I.F.D)

Just pop in on Wednesday evenings at 7pm in the Brockagh Centre to dance your socks off with Adam and the class in cardio exercise dancing, dropping those extra calories. You do not need to be a good dancer or very fit, dance at your own pace and enjoy the music. You can contact Adam on 083 3057949 for information.

Evening Yoga with Viva

Viva’s yoga classes are for beginners to intermediate on Wednesdays at 7pm in the Brockagh Centre. Improve your fitness strength and flexibility in a relaxing way. Wear comfortable clothes on the night and bring a blanket. Mats are available on the night. You can contact Viva on 086 3409629 for more information.

Walking group in the Brockagh

On Monday mornings weekly at 10am join the Laragh walking group at the Brockagh Resource Centre for a walk around Glendalough area for approximately one hour.

Citizen’s Information Clinic

The Citizens Information Centre at the Brockagh Resource Centre is open for information relating to your rights and entitlements from 10 am until noon on the first and third Tuesday of each month. No appointment is necessary for this free and confidential service.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 16th April

Bealthaine Afternoon Tea Dance

The Wicklow Man is back to entertain us while we dance the afternoon away on May 20^th from 3pm to 6pm in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. If you are a group, please call 0404 45600 to book in.

Laragh Tidy Towns AGM and Village Clean-up

A clean-up of the village and surrounding area is planned for 7 pm on 1st May, before our AGM. The AGM will take place at 8 pm in the Brockagh Resource Centre. Everyone is very welcome as many hands make light work.

Mindfulness Through Creativity Workshop

Would you like to try your hand at some different crafts in a beautiful, relaxed setting? Not only is it lots of fun but it’s good for your health too. Get crafty, distress by joining us on Saturday April 21st, from 10am to 4pm at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. All materials supplied with cost, including tea, coffee and light lunch. To book contact Linda 087 269 4954 or info@mindcraft.ie.

East Coast FM Wicklow Wide Coffee Morning

East Coast FM Wicklow Wide Coffee Morning in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh (free car parking available) on Friday, 20^th April from 10am-12pm in aid of Wicklow Cancer Support Services and The Wicklow Hospice. A very worthy cause, which has touched many families in some way. Enjoy delicious treats and chat with some friendly faces while being entertained by the wonderful Denise Brennan and Michael Flood. We will be reporting LIVE on East Coast FM and there will be a raffle on the morning with some fantastic prizes up for grabs! For further information or if you would like to make a donation, please contact Helen Kinlan 086-8890755 or Niamh Kinlan 086-3555245.

Wicklow Willow Courses (New Dates)

Full day basket making workshops: May 13^th & 19^th, 9^th & 16^th of June. Contact Aoife Patterson 087 9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie to find out more about workshops in 2018.

Cycle4Familes

DEBRA Ireland Wicklow Mountains Challenge

Pilates at the Brockagh

Pilates is back on April 26^th for more classes. Marie Noonan is a qualified Pilate’s teacher and has been teaching for the last 17 years and works full time as a movement therapist for rehabilitation, health and longevity. The duration of the class is seven weeks and will start at 9.30am to 10.30 on Thursdays in the Brockagh Resource Centre. Please text Marie on 087 1953072 or email marie@noonanpilates.ie. Visit www.noonanpilates.ie for more information.

We Love Art

Classes on Monday afternoons are for Primary school children. They are taught by artist and qualified art teacher Almha Roche. Classes held in the Brockagh Centre, Laragh are small, and divided by age group. In the classes we work with lots of different art and craft forms. Children learn new skills and techniques and have fun experimenting with materials and making creative decisions about their work.Phone/text: Almha 086 3897732 Email: weloveartcrafts@gmail.com.

Adult Art

This painting class will help you to find your own artistic style in your preferred medium. It is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced painters. Take up a new hobby or develop your skills and techniques in a friendly and informal group. Classes are taught by artist and qualified art teacher Almha Roche.Wednesday mornings 11-12.30pm in the Brockagh Centre, Laragh. Call Almha on 086 3897732.

Drama School

Drama classes are a fantastic way of developing confidence and encouraging creativity and imagination. Drama modules will incorporate improvisation, mime, script work, vocal training and acting skills. Students will also learn from the Irish Board of Speech and Drama syllabus and be afforded opportunities to take graded examinations under a fully qualified teacher. Elevation holds a 100% pass rate in IBSD examinations. Elevation Drama Junior (5.45-6.45pm) at the Brockagh Centre. Contact Kate on 086 8256775.

Elevation Dance School

Our Modern Dance classes focus on Jazz, Lyrical, and Commercial styles as well as ISTD syllabus work giving a well-rounded understanding of the Modern Theatre style. Go to www.elevationschoolofperformingarts.com or contact Kate on 086 8256775 to find out more about her dance class held in the Brockagh Centre, Laragh. Class times and ages are as follows: Elevation Dance-Mod/Theatre Primary Grade 1 (4-4.45pm), Grade 2/3 (4.45-5.45).

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 9th April

Scrap Metal Day

Clean up your home or Farmyard for free on Sat 14th of April from 9 – 4pm. To view the kind of scrap acceptable, go to Brockagh Resource Centre Facebook page or our website at http://www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie/events-and-timetables/. This is a fundraiser in aid of the Brockagh Resource Centre(0404 45600 or brockaghresourcecentre@gmail.com). Unfortunately we cannot accept washing machines, tumble dryers, dishwashers, cookers, fridges or freezers.

Bealthaine Afternoon Tea Dance

The Wicklow Man is back to entertain us while we dance the afternoon away on May 20^th from 3pm to 6pm in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. If you are a group, please call 0404 45600 to book in.

Laragh Tidy Towns AGM and Village Clean-up

Mindfulness Through Creativity Workshop

East Coast FM Wicklow Wide Coffee Morning

Wicklow Willow Courses (New Dates)

Full day basket making workshops: April 15th, May 13^th, and May 19th. Contact Aoife Patterson 087 9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie to find out more about workshops in 2018.

Go For Life

Thank you to everyone who supported our recent Hamper. First prize went to Dinah Newsome, 2^nd Breda Cunnington, 3^rd Denise Griffin, 4^th Mick Quinn and 5^th Nora Byrne. Our group meet most Tuesdays, so if you fancy a chat, a cuppa and some light exercise, bowls, music come along on at 11am, we welcome any newcomer. We meet for lunch once a month at various venues. For further information, call Denise at the Brockagh Centre on (0404) 45600 or drop in.

Tai Chi and QiGong Classes teach you very powerful tools, which help to heal physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. To learn more about the classes contact Ann Martin 087 608 1219 or (solarsoundhealingwicklow@gmail.com). Registered instructor with Jade Sun School of Tai Chi & Qi Gong,www.jadesuntaichi.com. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm in the Brockagh Centre, call Ann to book in.

Badminton Junior and Seniors Badminton classes are on Mon evenings in the Brockagh Centre at 7pm (Junior 4th class up) with Seniors from 8pm and on Thursday evenings with a repeat of the same classes. Contact Finian on 086 247 6822.

Morning Yoga

Louise’s yoga class takes place in the Brockagh Centre every Thursday from 10 to 11.15 am. A gently paced class in which the focus is very much on building a safe and strong practice using the principles of alignment and correct use of the breath. The body is always prepared for the practice first through targeted and general warm up sequences. Postures (asanas) are taught through a step by step approach (vinyasa krama) using props when appropriate. Modifications and variations of poses are explored so that each student learns to build physical strength, mental clarity and inner stillness in a safe and non- competitive class environment. To find out more or to book, call Louise on 087- 6032202 (booking is essential).

Chair Yoga

Chair Yoga is suitable for those who find a regular yoga class too strenuous, are recovering from injury or illness or are generally less active and mobile. The class takes students through centring and breath-work, followed by a guided, intelligently sequenced practice of postures that take the joints through their full range of movement whilst seated or through use of the chair whilst standing. These postures provide gentle stretching, improved strength and flexibility, as well as help students to find balance and calm in everyday life.To find out more or to book, call Louise on 087- 6032202 (booking is essential).

Irish Dancing Classes

Irish Dancing on Saturday mornings from 9am-10am. Classes cater for any age over 3yrs and all levels including absolute beginners. Registered members of An Comhdhail, fully Garda Vetted and insured. Contact details for enquiries are Cian Flood TCRG (086-1293807), Eimear McGrath TCRG (085-7180926), email: mcgrathfloodschool@gmail.com, Facebook.com/mgfschool or search “McGrath Flood School of Irish Dancing”.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 2nd April

Cycle4Familes

Co. Wicklow Older Person Council AGM

The Annual General Meeting will be held in the Brockagh Resource Centre on Fri 25^th of May. The AGM will be followed by a Tea Dance in the afternoon.

Mindfulness Through Creativity Workshop

Blessing of the Graves.

Will be held in Glendalough on Saturday, 12th of May at 8pm. (In the event of inclement weather prayers will be said in St. Kevin’s Church immediately after the 7pm mass approx 7.45pm). Brockagh Blessing of the Graves will be on Saturday, 19^th of May after 7pm mass.

East Coast FM Wicklow Wide Coffee Morning

Scrap Metal Day

Part-time Maintenance Person

St. Kevin’s Parish has a vacancy for a temporary, part-time maintenance person. The applicant must be in receipt of an appropriate social welfare (DEASP) payment to qualify for the Community Employment scheme. For further information please phone Marie on 0404-45777 or email glendalough2007@eircom.net

Maintenance Person/Car Park Attendant

Wicklow Willow Courses (New Dates)

Full day basket making workshops: April 15th, May 13^th, and May 19th. Contact Aoife Patterson 087 9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie to find out more about workshops in 2018.

Go For Life

The group is taking an Easter break from April 3^rd and are back on April 10^th with exercise in the Brockagh and their monthly lunch in the Glendalough Hotel after. So if you fancy a chat, a cuppa and some light exercise, bowls, music come along on Tuesdays at 11am. The group meet for lunch once a month at various venues. For further information, call Denise at the Brockagh Centre on (0404) 45600 or drop in.

Happy Days

Happy Days are taking an Easter break on the 28^th and 4^th of April and will be back on 11^th of April. Happy Days baby and toddler drop in group is every Wednesday morning 10.30 -12pm at the Brockagh Centre(break in July and Aug). Come for a social morning with Crafts, Messy Play, Music and Activities such as teddy bears picnic, sing along song/storytime and of course light refreshments are provided. Contact Sandra 0404-45600 at the centre for more information.

Tae kwon-Do for Youths and Adults

Teens and adults will enjoy Taekwon-Do, a Korean art of self-defence. Benefits include improving confidence, respect, discipline, awareness, concentration, channeling aggression, balance, coordination, speed, reactions, fitness and health. Call Master Kenneth Wheatley on 087-2547347 for further information. Classes are on Tuesdays at 7.45-8.45pm (Seniors & Teens).

Tae kwon-Do for Children

Children will enjoy Taekwon-Do, a Korean art of self-defence. Benefits include improving confidence, respect, discipline, awareness, concentration, channeling aggression, balance, coordination, speed, reactions, fitness and health. Call Master Kenneth Wheatley on 087-2547347 for further information. Classes are on Tuesdays at 6-6.45pm (4-7yrs), 6.45-7.45pm (8-12yrs).

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 19th March

Glendalough Car Boot Sales

Don’t miss the next Car Boot on Easter Sunday. Bargains to be snapped up on items like, collectables, clothes and accessories, books, candles, gifts for upcoming birthdays and of course get your appetite working with some delicious, wholesome home baking. Vans must be booked in. Please pre-book indoor spaces early. Contact the Brockagh Centre on 0404-45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net if you wish to book an indoor space or if you prefer to sell outside just show up on the morning.

Mindfulness Through Creativity Workshop

Scrap Metal Day

DEBRA Ireland Wicklow Mountains Challenge

If you would like a challenge Debra Ireland event is on the 29^{th of} April. The event comprises of a half marathon with stunning scenery as you run through mountains, bogs and rivers. Starting high on the Wicklow Gap through the Glendalough Valley, a short climb onto the Brockagh Mountain, back to the finish line at Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. For details go to https://debraireland.org/debraevent/event-wicklow-mountains-challenge/.

Bealthaine Afternoon Tea Dance

The Wicklow Man is back to entertain us while we dance the afternoon away on May 20^th from 3pm to 6pm in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. If you are a group, please call 0404 45600 to book in.

Wicklow Willow Courses

Full day basket making workshop: Sunday 15th of April. Contact Aoife Patterson 087 9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie to find out more about workshops in 2018.

GAA Training (Under 8yrs)

Training is every Friday evening in the Brockagh Resource Centre during the winter months from 6pm to 7pm. Call Eamon on 086 194 8503.

Pilates at the Brockagh

Marie Noonan is a qualified Pilate’s teacher and has been teaching for the last 17 years and works full time as a movement therapist for rehabilitation, health and longevity. The duration of the class is seven weeks and will start at 9.30am to 10.30 on Thursdays in the Brockagh Resource Centre. Please text Marie on 087 1953072 or email marie@noonanpilates.ie. Visit www.noonanpilates.ie for more information.

We Love Art

Adult Art

Drama School

Elevation Dance School

Part-time Maintenance Person

Maintenance Person/Car Park Attendant

The Brockagh Resource Centre wishes to recruit a part-time maintenance person/car park attendant. Applications must be received by noon on Friday 23rd March. Applicants must be eligible for the Community Services Programme (eligibility is confined to those in receipt of certain DEASP payments, e.g. a jobseeker’s payment, one parent family payment, disability allowance, invalidity pension, etc., stabilised or recovering drug mis-users and ex-prisoners). It is also essential to have good people skills and be a good time-keeper. Duties will include interior maintenance, lifting (moving tables and chairs), gardening and supervision of the car park on certain weekends. Contact the manager, Pauline Fahy, on 0404- 45600 for further information.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 12th March

Glendalough Car Boot Sales

Unfortunately our Sun 4th March Car Boot had to be cancelled because of the weather but do join us for the next Car Boot on Easter Sunday. Bargains to be snapped up on items like, collectables, clothes and accessories, books, candles, gifts for upcoming birthdays and of course get your appetite working with some delicious, wholesome home baking. Vans must be booked in. Please pre-book indoor spaces early. Contact the Brockagh Centre on 0404-45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net if you wish to book an indoor space or if you prefer to sell outside just show up on the morning.

Packer High School Chorus Visits Laragh

We welcome Packer High School Chorus from New York to the Brockagh Resource Centre on Tuesday the 20^th March from 11.15 to 12pm, free entry for everyone to see their musical performance all the way from the USA.

Irish Dancing Classes

Irish Dancing on Saturday mornings from 9am-10am. Students age over 3yrs and all levels including absolute beginners. Registered members of An Comhdhail, fully Garda Vetted and insured. Contact details for enquiries are Cian Flood TCRG (086-1293807), Eimear McGrath TCRG (085-7180926), email: mcgrathfloodschool@gmail.com, Facebook.com/mgfschool or search “McGrath Flood School of Irish Dancing”.

Part-time Maintenance Person

Maintenance Person/Car Park Attendant

Cycle4Familes

Ronald McDonald House will be doing their annual cycle on Saturday 28^th of April at Avon Rí Lakeshore Resort, Blessington. There will be a 100km through the Sally Gap and Wicklow Gap, 50km twice around the Blessington Lakes and 25km cycle once around Blessington Lakes. Registration at 9am with starting time 10am. Challenge yourself for a great cause by registering now at www.rmhc.ie.

Free Computer Course

Our next free 5-week digital skills computer course will be starting on 16^th of March. This informal course includes online banking, apps, online government services, email, shopping online, online TV players, podcasts, photographs, security and much more. This course is for beginners or someone who is rarely online and wants to up skill. Call the Brockagh Resource Centre on 0404 45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net.

Tai Chi and QiGong

Classes teach you very powerful tools which help to heal physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. To learn more about the classes contact Ann Martin 087 608 1219 or (solarsoundhealingwicklow@gmail.com). Registered instructor with Jade Sun School of Tai Chi & Qi Gong,www.jadesuntaichi.com. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm in the Brockagh Centre, call Ann to book in.

Badminton Junior and Seniors

Badminton classes are on Mon evenings in the Brockagh Centre at 7pm (Junior 4th class up) with Seniors from 8pm and on Thursday evenings with a repeat of the same classes. Contact Finian on 086 247 6822.

Morning Yoga with Louise

Louise’s yoga class will be held every Thursday from 10 to 11.15 am. This is a gently-paced class where students learn how to align, open and strengthen the body gradually while stabilizing the platforms of the feet and ankles, hips and pelvis and shoulder girdle. The class begins with general and targeted warm-up sequences followed by postures (Asanas) and Vinyasa (breath-connected) sequences before final relaxation in Savasana. To find out more, call Louise on 087-6032202 (booking is essential).

Chair Yoga

Our very popular Chair Yoga class will take place on Thursdays from 11.30 am to 12.45 pm. Chair Yoga is suitable for almost everyone and helps students find balance and calm in everyday life. The class takes students through centering and breath-work, followed by postures that let the joints move through their range of movement whilst seated or through use of the chair whilst standing. Call Louise on 087-6032202. (booking is essential).

AA Meetings

Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night all year round.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 5th March

Packer High School Chorus Visits Laragh

Wicklow Willow Courses

Full day basket making workshop: Sunday 15th of April. Contact Aoife Patterson 087 9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie to find out more about workshops in 2018.

Part-time Maintenance Person

Maintenance Person/Car Park Attendant

Free Computer Course

Our next free 5-week digital skills computer course will be starting on 9^th of March (anyone already booked in will be notified of starting date shortly). This informal course include online banking, apps, online government services, email, shopping online, online TV players, podcasts, photographs, security and much more. This course is for beginners or someone who is rarely online and wants to up skill. Call the Brockagh Resource Centre on 0404 45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net.

Evening Yoga with Viva

Tae kwon-Do for Youths and Adults

Tae kwon-Do for Children

Happy Days

Happy Days baby and toddler drop in group is every Wednesday morning 10.30 -12pm at the Brockagh Centre(break in July and Aug). Come for a social morning with Crafts, Messy Play, Music and Activities such as teddy bears picnic, sing along song/storytime and of course light refreshments are provided. Contact Sandra 0404-45600 at the centre for more information.

Go For Life Go for Life active retirement group enjoy getting together every Tuesday morning in the Brockagh Centre at 11am. So if you fancy a chat, a cuppa and some light exercise, bowls, music come along on Tuesdays. The group meet for lunch once a month at various venues. For further information, call Denise at the Brockagh Centre on (0404) 45600 or drop in.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 26th Feb

Glendalough Car Boot Sales

Don’t miss our first Car Boot of the year on Sun 4th of March. Bargains to be snapped up on items like, collectables, clothes and accessories, books, candles, gifts for upcoming birthdays and of course get your appetite working with some delicious, wholesome home baking. Vans must be booked in. Please pre-book indoor spaces early. Contact the Brockagh Centre on 0404-45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net if you wish to book an indoor space or if you prefer to sell outside just show up on the morning.

Tidy Towns Laragh

Laragh received 3rd place and €250 in the Main Street, Small Town section at the recent awards ceremony in Council Buildings, Wicklow. Competition was stiff as the interest around the county in keeping public areas clean and attractive is growing. We hope this year to build on the success of 2017’s achievements. The second ‘Welcome to Laragh’ stone has been erected on the approach road from Annamoe and looks very well. Tidy Towns meeting takes place at 8 pm on 1st March in the Brockagh Resource Centre. Everyone is welcome.

Part-time Maintenance Person

Maintenance Person/Car Park Attendant

Walking group in the Brockagh

On Monday mornings weekly at 10am join the Laragh walking group at the Brockagh Resource Centre for a walk around Glendalough area for approximately one hour.

Fifth Annual Laragh Trail Run

Come along for the Laragh Trail Run at 10 am on Saturday March 3rd and enjoy the 6 km or 12 km routes. You will find a great atmosphere, access to beautiful trails in the Wicklow Mountains and a friendly welcome back at Scoil Chaoimhín Naofa’s reception for all runners, joggers and walkers. Registration is via www.active.com but will also be taken on the day. All proceeds go to the school. This event is organised by the Parents’ Association, and brings together the community and the walkers, runners and visitors who spend time in this scenic part of Co. Wicklow. The event is open to all and is suitable for all levels of fitness.

Free Computer Course

StrictlyLypSync Laragh Fundraiser

Laragh GFC & Scoil Chaoimhín Naofa want to say a special ‘thank you’ to everyone who donated prizes and bought tickets for all the events over the last 2 months in our big joint fundraising venture with, StrictlyLypSync Laragh. A huge amount of time and effort has been put in by the contestants and both committees. Well done to all involved.

Evening Yoga with Viva

High Intensity Fitness Dane (H.I.F.D) Get fit with Adam on Wednesday evenings at 7pm in the Brockagh Centre Laragh with cardio exercise dancing, helping to drop some calories. You do not need to be a good dancer or very fit, dance at your own pace and enjoy the music. You can contact Adam on 083 3057949 for information.

Citizen’s Information Clinic

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 19th Feb

Laragh Trail Run

The annual run is a 6km and 12km Non-Profit Mountain Trail Run on 3^rd of March. Youth and kids runs are FREE! To register and find out more go to laraghtrailrun.com.

One to One Individual Computer Training

Have you bought a new laptop/tablet mobile phone and need to know how to use it for particular tasks such as photos, sharing, banking, selling on DoneDeal, buying on Ebay, working those emails and sending attachments! Whatever you’re learning needs we can help for only €15 per hour. Phone 0404 45600 for a chat.

Free Computer Course

Our next free 5-week digital skills computer course will be starting in March (anyone already booked in will be notified of starting date shortly). This informal course include online banking, apps, online government services, email, shopping online, online TV players, podcasts, photographs, security and much more. This course is for beginners or someone who is rarely online and wants to up skill. Call the Brockagh Resource Centre on 0404 45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net.

Cycle4Familes

Ronald McDonald House will be doing their annual cycle on Saturday 28^th of April at Avon Rí Lakeshore Resort, Blessington. There will be a 100km through the Sally Gap and Wicklow Gap, 50km twice around the Blessington Lakes and 25km cycle once around Blessington Lakes. Registration at 9am with starting time 10am. Challenge yourself for a great cause by registering now at www.rmhc.ie.

Recent Excavations in Glendalough

At 7 pm on Friday 23rd February, the UCD School of Archaeology will present the results of the 2017 excavations at Glendalough. Organised by the Glendalough Heritage Forum, this public lecture will take place in the Brockagh Resource Centre. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Evening Yoga with Viva

We Love Art

Adult Art

Drama School

Elevation Dance School

Pilates at the Brockagh

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 12th Feb

One to One Individual Computer Training

Free Computer Course

Our next free 5-week digital skills computer course will be starting in March(anyone already booked in will be notified of starting date shortly). This informal course include online banking, apps, online government services, email, shopping online, online TV players, podcasts, photographs, security and much more. This course is for beginners or someone who is rarely online and wants to up skill. Call the Brockagh Resource Centre on 0404 45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net.

Citizen’s Information Clinic

C.I.C have an office in the Brockagh Resource Centre on the first and third Tuesday of each month from 10-12 providing valuable personal advice relating to your rights and entitlements on a large range of matters. No appointment necessary. This is a free and confidential service. For more information go to www. citizensinformation.ie.

Cycle4Familes

Ronald McDonald House will be doing their annual cycle on Saturday 28^th of April at Avon Rí Lakeshore Resort, Blessington. There will be a 100km through the Sally Gap and Wicklow Gap, 50km twice around the Blessington Lakes and 25km cycle once around Blessington Lakes. Registration at 9am with starting time 10am. Challenge yourself for a great cause by registering now at www.rmhc.ie.

Recent Excavations in Glendalough

Wicklow Willow Courses 2018

Scarecrow Building Workshop: this workshop is for those of you who are interested in decorating your garden come the Spring with a beautiful willow scarecrow, duration one and half days on March 24th and 25th. Full day basket making workshop: Sunday 15th of April. Contact Aoife Patterson 087 9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie to find out more about workshops in 2018.

Evening Yoga with Viva

Viva’s yoga classes are for beginners to advance, with deep meditation, on Wednesdays at 7pm in the Brockagh Centre. Wear comfortable clothes on the night and bring a blanket. Mats are available on the night. You can contact Viva on 086 3409629 for more information.

Morning Yoga with Louise

Chair Yoga Our very popular Chair Yoga class will take place on Thursdays from 11.30 am to 12.45 pm. Chair Yoga is suitable for almost everyone and helps students find balance and calm in everyday life. The class takes students through centering and breath-work, followed by postures that let the joints move through their range of movement whilst seated or through use of the chair whilst standing. Call Louise on 087-6032202. (booking is essential).

AA Meetings

Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night all year round.

Tai Chi and QiGong

Badminton Junior and Seniors

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 5th Feb

Wicklow Dementia Support Notice

Meet and Eat is a new pilot project that aims to target older adults who are socially isolated, living alone and in particular those who are vulnerable due to physical, mental, or cognitive impairment. Areas covered are Roundwood, Laragh, Ashford and Newtownmountkennedy. Twelve volunteers are being recruited to assist with preparing nutritious meals and providing companionship at mealtimes once a week in the older person’s home. Training will be provided for volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering or know a vulnerable adult who might benefit from this project. Please contact Wicklow Dementia Support on 089 428 65928 or email wicklowds@gmail.com. Volunteer recruitment and training takes place January 2018. The programme will be rolled out in February.

Recent Excavations in Glendalough

Wicklow Willow Courses 2018

Packer High School Chorus Visits Laragh

We welcome Packer High School Chorus from New York to the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh on Tuesday the 20^th March from 11.15 to 12pm, free entry for everyone to see their musical performance all the way from the USA.

Tae kwon-Do for Youths and Adults

Tae kwon-Do for Children

Happy Days Happy Days baby and toddler drop in group is every Wednesday morning 10.30 -12pm at the Brockagh Centre(break in July and Aug). Come for a social morning with Crafts, Messy Play, Music and Activities such as teddy bears picnic, sing along song/storytime and of course light refreshments are provided. Contact Sandra 0404-45600 at the centre for more information.

AA Meetings Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night all year round.

Go For Life

Go for Life active retirement group enjoy getting together every Tuesday morning in the Brockagh Centre at 11am. So if you fancy a chat, a cuppa and some light exercise, bowls, music come along on Tuesdays. The group meet for lunch once a month at various venues. For further information, call Denise at the Brockagh Centre on (0404) 45600 or drop in.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 29th Jan

Laragh Glendalough Active Retirement

AR came back to their Tues morning sessions on January 23^rd. New members are welcome to come along at 11am. The first lunch date will be in the Glendalough Hotel on the 6^th February. This year there will be more weekly light exercise, socialising, tea with biscuits, monthly lunches, music and planned trips, all on your doorstep. For more information call Denise on 0404 45600.

Recent Excavations in Glendalough

Mindcraft Workshop

Would you like to try your hand at some different crafts in a beautiful, relaxed setting? Not only is it lots of fun but it’s good for your health too. Join us on Saturday Feb 3^rd, from 10am to 4pm at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. To book contact Linda 087 269 4954 or Mairead 086 8272332.

Wicklow Willow Courses 2018

Start Your Own Business Course

This is an essential course for anyone thinking of starting their own business. The objective of the Start Your Own Business Programme is to assist participants in assessing the viability of business ideas and in understanding the essential elements required to start up and run their own business. This is an evening course that runs over 10 wks delivered by experienced trainers who run their own business. An additional benefit of this course is the peer support participants will get by being in a group of likeminded individuals. Starting on 3^rd of May, 2018, 7-10pm once a week. Full outline available at www.localenterprise.ie/wicklow.

Irish Dancing Classes

Pilates at the Brockagh

Evening Yoga with Viva

Viva’s yoga classes are for beginners to advance on Wednesdays at 7pm in the Brockagh Centre. Wear comfortable clothes on the night and bring a blanket. Mats are available on the night. You can contact Viva on 086 3409629 for more information.

Citizen’s Information Clinic

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 22th Jan

Recent Excavations in Glendalough

Mindcraft Workshop

Wicklow Willow Courses 2018

Wild West Country Night

A lively night on Sat 27^th Jan at 9pm, Lynham’s of Laragh with music by the Roamin Cadillacs. Tickets €10 available from Caitriona Murphy 087217 5011. In aid of Strictly LipSync Laragh.

Fundraiser Table Quiz

On Fri 26^th Jan, Lynhams of Laragh at 8pm for €40 a table of four people. Contact Damien Hanlon 086 342 3561 for more information. In aid of Strictly LipSync Laragh.

Start Your Own Business Course

Irish Dancing Classes

Glendalough Car Boot Sales 2018

Our first Car Boot of the year is on Sun 4th of March and then each first Sunday after until November 2018. Great value on, homebaking, clothes and accessories, books, candles, presents and much more. Vans must be booked in. Please pre-book indoor spaces early. Contact the Brockagh Centre on 0404-45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net if you wish to book an indoor space or if you prefer to sell outside just show up on the morning.

Walking group in the Brockagh

Morning Yoga with Louise

Chair Yoga

High Intensity Fitness Dane (H.I.F.D)

Join the fun on Wednesday evenings at 7pm in the Brockagh Centre to dance your socks off with Adam in cardio exercise dancing. You do not need to be a good dancer or very fit, dance at your own pace and enjoy the music. You can contact Adam on 083 3057949 for information.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 15th Jan

Mindcraft Workshop

Beauty and the Beast Pantomime 2018

Roundwood Variety Group present a new and exciting PANTO that takes on one of the most magical and beloved of all fairy stories, cartoons and now a new motion movie – Beauty and the Beast. The beautiful Belle follows her dreams and adventures into a magical new world in which lives the Beast who must learn to love to break a spell that is upon him. A show for all the family in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. This year the show is on January 26^th, 27^th and 28^th. Get your tickets at http://roundwoodvarietygroup.com/tickets/ through Eventbrite.

Fundraiser Coffee Morning

Come along on the 19^th Jan to Moneystown Community Centre from 9am to 2pm, cost €5. Organised by Ann Marie Kenna Gilmore 0894230601. In aid of Strictly LipSync Laragh.

Scrap Saturday
Dispose of your scrap metal FREE. Fundraiser in aid of Scoil Chaoimhín Naofa & Laragh Gaa. Taking place in Laragh GAA Grounds on Saturday, 20^th January from 10am to 3pm. For more information, contact Tom 086-8386482 or Niamh 086-3555245. Go to allevents.in/wicklow to view listing on what scrap is acceptable. In aid of Strictly LipSync Laragh.

Wild West Country Night

A lively night on Sat 27^th Jan at 9pm, Lynhams of Laragh with music by the Roamin Cadillacs. Tickets €10 available from Caitriona Murphy 087217 5011. In aid of Strictly LipSync Laragh.

Fundraiser Table Quiz

On Fri 26^th Jan, Lynhams of Laragh at 8pm for €40 a table of four people. Contact Damien Hanlon 086 342 3561 for more information. In aid of Strictly LipSync Laragh.

Start Your Own Business Course

Wicklow Willow Courses 2018

Intermediate Round Shopping Basket Workshop: It is more intense than other workshops and it would require previous experience making baskets. February 3rd. Scarecrow Building Workshop: this workshop for those of you who are interested in decorating your garden come the Spring with a beautiful willow scarecrow March 24th and 25th. Contact Aoife Patterson 087 9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie to find out more about workshops in 2018. (There are two places left on the January 21^st workshop)

Irish Dancing Classes

AA Meetings

Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night all year round.

Evening Yoga with Viva Viva’s yoga classes are for beginners to advance on Wednesdays at 7pm in the Brockagh Centre. Wear comfortable clothes on the night and bring a blanket. Mats are available on the night. You can contact Viva on 086 3409629 for more information.

Citizen’s Information Clinic

Tai Chi and QiGong

Badminton Junior and Seniors

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 8th Jan

Start Your Own Business Course

St Kevin’s Parish Raffle Results

We would like to thank everyone for making our Parish raffle such a success. The parishioner who donated the hamper and gave us the idea to have a raffle. All the local businesses who sponsored the many prizes, the two shops in the village who displayed the hamper and sold the raffle tickets, the ticket sellers and all those who bought the tickets. A huge thank you to everyone for their generosity. Results of the raffle are 1st Prize, Wicklow Heather voucher value of €250.00. Winner, Michael Brennan. 2nd Prize, Hamper, Margaret Kenny. 3rd Prize Glendalough Hotel Voucher, Molly Merrigan Langan. 4rd Prize, Lynhams Hotel, Brian Walsh. 5th Prize, 15 Bags of fire logs, Angela Kennedy. 6th Prize, Glendalough Woolen Mills, Eileen Kelly Holden. Other prizes won include prizes sponsored by McCoys Shop, Laragh.

Volunteers Needed (Wicklow Dementia Support)

Meet and Eat is a new pilot project that aims to target older adults who are socially isolated, living alone and in particular those who are vulnerable due to physical, mental, or cognitive impairment. Areas covered are Roundwood, Laragh, Ashford and Newtownmountkennedy.Twelve volunteers are being recruited to assist with preparing nutritious meals and providing companionship at mealtimes once a week in the older person’s home. Training will be provided for volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering or know a vulnerable adult who might benefit from this project. Please contact Wicklow Dementia Support on 089 428 65928 or email wicklowds@gmail.com. Volunteer recruitment and training takes place January 2018. The programme will be rolled out in February

Wicklow Willow Courses 2018

Intermediate Round Shopping Basket Workshop: It is more intense than other workshops and it would require previous experience making baskets. February 3rd. Scarecrow Building Workshop: this workshop for those of you who are interested in decorating your garden come the Spring with a beautiful willow scarecrow March 24th and 25th. Contact Aoife Patterson 087 9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie to find out more about workshops in 2018.

Beauty and the Beast Pantomime 2018

Join Roundwood Variety Group for this year’s spectacular family panto! Always a fantastic show for all the family in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. This year the show is on January 26^th, 27^th and 28^th. Contact the group at roundwoodvarietygroup@gmail.com.

Free Computer Course

A free 5-week digital skills computer course are run throughout the year, two hours one day a week. Topics covered include online banking, apps, online government services, email, shopping online, photographs, podcasts, TV players, social media and much more. This course is for beginners or someone who is rarely online and wants to up skill. Call the Brockagh Resource Centre on 0404 45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net.

Pilates at the Brockagh

We Love Art

Adult Art

Drama School

Elevation Dance School

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 1^st Jan

Wicklow Willow Courses 2018

Intermediate Round Shopping Basket Workshop: It is more intense than other workshops and it would require previous experience making baskets. February 3rd. Scarecrow Building Workshop:this workshop for those of you who are interested in decorating your garden come the Spring with a beautiful willow scarecrow March 24th and 25th. Contact Aoife Patterson 087 9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie to find out more about workshops in 2018.

Beauty and the Beast Pantomime 2018

Happy Days

Happy Days baby and toddler drop in group is every Wednesday morning 10.30 -12pm at the Brockagh Centre(break in July and Aug). Come for a social morning with Crafts, Messy Play, Music and Activities such as teddy bears picnic, sing along song/storytime and of course light refreshments are provided. Contact Kerry 0404-45600 at the centre for more information.

Tae kwon-Do for Youths and Adults

Tae kwon-Do for Children

Active Retirement Laragh and Glendalough

AR would like to thank the community for supporting this holiday seasons hamper & raffle. The group had a very tasty Christmas lunch in the Wicklow Heather, Laragh and a joyful Christmas party at the beautiful Killashee Hotel in Kildare. Go for Life active retirement group are starting back on the 23^rd of January, getting together after every Tuesday morning after in the Brockagh Centre at 11am. So if you fancy a chat, a cuppa and some light exercise for the New Year come along on Tuesdays. For further information call the Brockagh Centre on (0404) 45600 or drop in.

Free Computer Course

A free 5-week digital skills computer course are run thoughout the year, two hours one day a week. Topics covered include online banking, apps, online government services, email, shopping online, photographs, podcasts, TV players, social media and much more. This course is for beginners or someone who is rarely online and wants to up skill. Call the Brockagh Resource Centre on 0404 45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 25^th Dec

Thank you from the Brockagh Resource Centre

The Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh would like to thank everyone who supported our events and classes throughout the year, to all our groups who provide activities in the centre, to the board of management who volunteer their time and effort and any others who volunteered their time to the centre and to those who drop in to say “hi”. It has been a great year with the opening of our new extension. This would not have been possible but for all the hard work by the board of management. We welcome Suzy Kenna, Tiny Feet Montessori and Preschool and wish her every success in her business. We also welcome our new tenants upstairs, Adventure.ie, who have opened a great outdoor activity shop. Drop in to Ronan and Cindy’s shop any day except Mondays or Tuesdays.Kwetb (Kildare & Wicklow Education & Training Board) wish to support any activities or training ideas that people have in their community through their training services. If you think you have an idea, please contact Pauline.

Brockagh Resource Centre 2018 Information

Our warmest thoughts, to you and your family for the festive the holidays and a happy, peaceful New Year. We are officially closing on Wednesday 21st of December at 1pm and will return on January, Thurs 4th. Details for our groups and classes including closing dates for Christmas and reopening dates in 2018 can be found at www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie/events. You can contact us at 0404 45600 or email brockaghresourcecentre@eircom.net. You can friend us on Facebook or Twitter. Email us to add your name to our database and we can keep you informed about upcoming events once a month.

Wicklow Willow Courses 2018

Intermediate Round Shopping Basket Workshop: It is more intense than other workshops and it would require previous experience making baskets. February 3rd. Scarecrow Building Workshop:this workshop for those of you who are interested in decorating your garden come the Spring with a beautiful willow scarecrow March 24th and 25th. Contact Aoife Patterson 087 9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie to find out more about workshops in 2018.

Beauty and the Beast Pantomime 2018

High Intensity Fitness Dane (H.I.F.D)

Just pop in on Wednesday evenings (back on 10^th Jan 2018) at 7pm in the Brockagh Centre to dance your socks off with Adam and the class in cardio exercise dancing, dropping those extra Christmas calories. You do not need to be a good dancer or very fit, dance at your own pace and enjoy the music. You can contact Adam on 083 3057949 for information.

Evening Yoga with Viva

Viva’s yoga classes are for beginners to advance on Wednesdays at 7pm in the Brockagh Centre(back 17th Jan 2018). Wear comfortable clothes on the night and bring a blanket. Mats are available on the night. You can contact Viva on 086 3409629 for more information.

Citizen’s Information Clinic

Walking group in the Brockagh

On Monday mornings weekly at 10am join the Laragh walking group at the Brockagh Resource Centre for a walk around Glendalough area for approximately one hour. All ages and abilities are welcome. If you would like to set up a walking group in Wicklow contact us on wicklowlsp@wicklowcoco.ie for more information. The walking group will take a break over Christmas but if you want to start walking in January you can phone the Brockagh on 0404 45600(back in the office 4^th Jan).

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 18^th Dec

Thank you from the Brockagh

Brockagh Resource Centre 2018 Information

Our warmest thoughts, to you and your family for the festive the holidays and a happy, peaceful New Year. We are officially closing on Wednesday 21st of December at 1pm and will return on January, Thursday 4th. Details for our groups and classes including closing dates for Christmas and reopening dates in 2018 can be found at www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie/events. You can contact us at 0404 45600 or email brockaghresourcecentre@eircom.net. You can friend us on Facebook or Twitter. Email us to add your name to our database and we can keep you informed about upcoming events once a month.

Christmas Raffle in aid of St. Kevin’s Church

The raffle is in aid of St. Kevin’s Church and will take place in Glendalough Hotel on Tues 19th. Dec after Carol Singing. Tickets are on sale at the Christmas Craft Fair in the Brockagh Centre, Laragh on Sun 10^th of Dec, in local shops and in the Parish Office. Your support will be very much appreciated.

Christmas Carols by candlelight in the Monastic City

A great way to start Christmas, in one of the most evocative settings in Wicklow. We invite you to join us on Tuesday 19th December at 7.30pm for a unique event to celebrate Christmas. Beginning with a candlelit procession through the monastic gates we will proceed to the ruins of the candlelit Cathedral for an evening of traditional carol singing in the monastic style. Tea, coffee will be provided afterwards in the Glendalough Hotel courtesy of Pat Casey. This a free event and open to everyone, including children, which must be accompanied by an adult. Assemble in the Glendalough Hotel car park at 7.15pm. Wrap up warm and bring your own lantern/torch and singing voice.

Beauty and the Beast Pantomime 2018

Pilates at the Brockagh

Pilates class has now moved to Thursday morning and will start back in Jan. Marie Noonan is a qualified Pilate’s teacher and has been teaching for the last 17 years and works full time as a movement therapist for rehabilitation, health and longevity. The duration of the class is seven weeks and will start at 9.30am to 10.30 on Thursdays in the Brockagh Resource Centre. Please text Marie on 087 1953072 or email marie@noonanpilates.ie. Visit www.noonanpilates.ie for more information.

We Love Art

Classes on Monday afternoons (back 8^th Jan 2018) are for Primary school children. They are taught by artist and qualified art teacher Almha Roche. Classes held in the Brockagh Centre, Laragh are small, and divided by age group. In the classes we work with lots of different art and craft forms. Children learn new skills and techniques and have fun experimenting with materials and making creative decisions about their work.Phone/text: Almha 086 3897732 Email: weloveartcrafts@gmail.com.

Adult Art

This painting class (back 10^th of Jan) will help you to find your own artistic style in your preferred medium. It is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced painters. Take up a new hobby or develop your skills and techniques in a friendly and informal group. Classes are taught by artist and qualified art teacher Almha Roche.Wednesday mornings 11-12.30pm in the Brockagh Centre, Laragh. Call Almha on 086 3897732.

Drama School

Drama classes(back Jan 10^th) are a fantastic way of developing confidence and encouraging creativity and imagination. Drama modules will incorporate improvisation, mime, script work, vocal training and acting skills. Students will also learn from the Irish Board of Speech and Drama syllabus and be afforded opportunities to take graded examinations under a fully qualified teacher. Elevation holds a 100% pass rate in IBSD examinations. Elevation Drama Junior (5.45-6.45pm) at the Brockagh Centre. Contact Kate on 086 8256775.

Elevation Dance School

Our Modern Dance classes(back Jan 10^th) focus on Jazz, Lyrical, and Commercial styles as well as ISTD syllabus work giving a well-rounded understanding of the Modern Theatre style. Go to www.elevationschoolofperformingarts.com or contact Kate on 086 8256775 to find out more about her dance class held in the Brockagh Centre, Laragh. Class times and ages are as follows: Elevation Dance-Mod/Theatre Primary Grade 1 (4-4.45pm), Grade 2/3 (4.45-5.45).

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 11^th Dec

Razzle Dazzle Annual Christmas Showcase

“The Razzle Dazzle Academy presents their Annual Christmas Showcase, featuring all our wonderful Dazzlers, on Saturday 16th December in the Brockagh Centre, Laragh. Show starts at 3pm (doors open 2.45pm) Promises to be lots of fun, filled with song, drama and laughter and guaranteed to get you in the Christmas Spirit! Tickets available at the door.”

Christmas Raffle in aid of St. Kevin’s Church

Movie Night at the Brockagh Centre December 17th

Christmas Movie Night to raise funds for Elevation Dance Team at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. We are looking to raise funds for uniforms, Westend and Disney opportunities, also for competitions at national level. Showing movie will be Elf on Dec 17th, a family favourite! Doors will open at 5pm with entrance fee of €4.50 which includes a hot chocolate. Wear your favourite Christmas pyjamas.

Christmas Carols by candlelight in the Monastic City

Irish Dancing Classes

Beauty and the Beast Pantomime 2018

Morning Yoga with Louise

Chair Yoga

AA Meetings

Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night.

Tai Chi and QiGong

Tai Chi and QiGong classes are very powerful tools which help to heal physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. To learn more about the classes contact Ann Martin 087 608 1219 (conrymartin@gmail.com). Classes are held on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm in the Brockagh Centre, call Ann to book in.

Badminton Junior and Seniors

Pilates at the Brockagh

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 4^th Dec

Christmas Raffle in aid of St. Kevin’s Church

Santa Is Coming To Brockagh

Come and welcome Santa and his two horse carriage at the Glendalough Christmas Fair, Sunday the 10^th of December at 1pm in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. Santa is inviting all children from 1pm to 3pm to visit with him in his grotto.

Movie Night at the Brockagh Centre December 17th

Glendalough Christmas Fair

The Brockagh Resource Centre is having their annual Glendalough Christmas Fair on Sunday the 10th Dec. In order for this event to succeed & continue, we need the support of the community and visitors to shop local where you will find unique presents and gifts at very good value while enjoying a very festive day out. Stallholders will be selling their baking, jewellery, wreaths, woodturning, knits, candles, decorations, photography and more on the day. Santa arriving in a carriage at 1pm. If you would like to perform music or entertain in the festive spirit at the fair call Michelle at the Brockagh Centre on 0404 45600 or email us at laraghit@eircom.net to request a booking form.

Razzle Dazzle Annual Christmas Showcase

Christmas Carols by candlelight in the Monastic City

Irish Dancing Classes

Happy Days pre-Christmas Dates

Our warmest welcome to baby Summer into the world and best wishes to Kerry, Scott and Hunter who have an extra happy edition to their family this Christmas. Happy Days baby and toddler drop in group is every Wednesday morning 10.30 -12pm at the Brockagh Centre(break in July and Aug). Christmas party will be on Dec 13^th. Contact Sandra 0404-45600 at the centre for more information.

Active Retirement News Laragh

Our Christmas lunch will be in the Wicklow Heather on 12th December. This week David and Francis from Aughrim Bowling Facility attended the centre for a bowling session. The members look forward to their monthly session and have become very competitive. On the 12 th December pupils from the primary school will be attending the Brockagh Centre to perform Christmas carols for the Active Retirement and Sunbeam Services. It will commence at 11.30am, grandparents are most welcome to attend on the day. New members welcome, why not come along on a Tuesday morning at 11am and check us out.

Beauty and the Beast Pantomime 2018

Part-time Maintenance Position

The Brockagh Centre, Laragh has a vacancy for a temporary, part-time maintenance person. The applicant must be in receipt of specified social welfare benefit. For further information please phone Pauline on 0404 45600 or email brockaghresourcecentre@gmail.com.

Tae kwon-Do for Youths and Adults

Tae kwon-Do for Children

Brockagh Regular Events Timetable

Details for our groups and classes including closing dates for Christmas and reopening dates in 2018 can be found at www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie/events. You can contact us at 0404 45600 or email brockaghresourcecentre@eircom.net. You can friend us on Facebook or Twitter. Email us to add your name to our database and we can keep you informed about upcoming events once a month.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 20^th Nov

Cabaret Night

A cabaret in aid of the Roundwood Senior Citizens Christmas party will take place in the Royal Hotel, Glendalough on Saturday, 25^th of November with music by Little Apples. The event opens at 8.30pm, free admission with a raffle on the night.

Santa Is Coming To Brockagh

Movie Night at the Brockagh Centre Laragh

Christmas Movie Night to raise funds for Elevation Dance Team. We are looking to raise funds for uniforms, Westend and Disney opportunities, also for competitions at national level. Showing movie will be Elf on Dec 17th, a family favourite! Doors will open at 5pm with entrance fee of €4.50 which includes a hot chocolate. Wear your favourite Christmas pyjamas.

Christmas Fair

The Brockagh Resource Centre is having their annual Glendalough Christmas Fair on Sunday the 10th Dec. We welcome the locality and visitors to shop locally where you will find unique presents and gifts at very good value while enjoying a very festive day out. Stallholders will be selling their baking, jewellery, wreaths, woodturning, knits, candles, decorations, photography and more on the day. Santa arriving in a carriage at 1pm. If you would like to perform music or entertain in the festive spirit at the fair call Michelle at the Brockagh Centre on 0404 45600 or email us at laraghit@eircom.net to request a booking form.

Razzle Dazzle Annual Christmas Showcase

Christmas Carols by candlelight in the Monastic City

Glendalough – Art and Atmosphere

Rathdrum Historical Society will present a lecture by Joan Kavanagh in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh on Glendalough – Art and Atmosphere using images from the exhibition currently on display in the Centre. The exhibition and talk is based on a selection of paintings and drawings held by the National Library and the National Gallery of Ireland. The lecture will be given on Monday, 4^th December in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh at 8 pm, followed by tea/coffee and festive mince pies. Please note the change from the Society’s Rathdrum v enue. There will be a charge of €3 at the door and all are welcome.

Beauty and the Beast Pantomime 2018

Part-time Maintenance Position

Co.Wicklow Older Person’s Council Seminar 2017

Celebrating 10 years on the 24^th of November in the Glendalough Hotel, registration at 9.45 and 10.15, ending at 3pm. Registration for the seminar in advance, forms can be completed by individuals or groups. Forms to be returned to Richella Wood by November 10^th either by post or by email to agefriendly@wicklowcoco.ie. Admission €5 and can be paid on the day. Babushka boxes will also be collected on the day.

Pilates at the Brockagh

Marie Noonan is a qualified Pilate’s teacher and has been teaching for the last 17 years and works full time as a movement therapist for rehabilitation, health and longevity. The duration of the class is seven weeks and will start at 9.15am to 10.15am and another class at and 10.15 to 11.15am in the Brockagh Resource Centre. Please text Marie on 087 1953072 or email marie@noonanpilates.ie. Visit www.noonanpilates.ie for more information.

We Love Art

Adult Art

Drama School

Elevation Dance School

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 13^th Nov

Christmas Afternoon Tea Dance

Join us at our pre-Christmas tea dance on Sunday November 19th from 3pm to 6pm. Cover charge of only €5 with refreshments provided. All groups must book in advance with the Brockagh Centre by calling us on 0404 45600.

29^th Annual Supper Dance

St. John’s Church, Laragh is holding their annual supper dance in Lynham’s Hotel, Laragh on Friday 17^th of November 2017 from 8pm to 1am, with music by John Flood. Tickets are €22.50 which includes a hamper. The event is in aid of St. John’s Church, Laragh.

The Glendalough Trail 2017

The Glendalough Trail race is a 15.5km race which takes place on Saturday 4th November, 2017 with registration and refreshments at the Brockagh Centre,Laragh. Not only will it be a fun, enjoyable day but we hope to raise much needed funds for Fighting Blindness. More information at http://www.glendaloughtrail.com/ or contact Paul at info@glendaloughtrail.com or phone 086 350 3994. To find out more about the work of Fighting Blindnes s or tips and assistance on fundraising contact Amanda on 01 6789 004 or fundraising@fightingblindness.ie.

Wicklow Willow Courses 2017

Contact Aoife Patterson 087 9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie to find out more about the following workshops or to purchase a Christmas voucher for 2018. A Beginners Skib Workshop: This workshop is very enjoyable and covers some basic basket making techniques. Dates available are November 11th, January 14th and 21st. Reindeer Sculpture Workshop: Participants will build their own reindeer from willow for their garden for Christmas. This Some previous experience in basket making would be beneficial. November 19th. Willow Christmas Tree Workshop: half day workshop. Participants will learn to apply basic weaving techniques to create a conical shaped willow free standing tree. December 2nd. Beginners Sciathog Shopping Basket Workshop: Participants will learn to make a small shopping basket on a round or oval frame with a handle. A good beginner’s workshop. December 9th.

Wicklow Willow Courses 2018

Part-time Maintenance Position

Co.Wicklow Older Person’s Council Seminar 2017

Christmas Fair

We are still taking bookings for this year’s Christmas Fair on Sunday the 10th Dec. As a customer you will find unique presents and gifts at very good value. Bring along the family to see Santa arriving in a carriage at 1pm. If you would like to perform music or entertain in the festive spirit at the fair call Michelle at the Brockagh Centre on 0404 45600 or email us at laraghit@eircom.net to request a booking form.

Morning Yoga with Louise

Chair Yoga

AA Meetings

Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night.

Tai Chi and QiGong

Badminton Junior and Seniors

McGrath-Flood School of Irish Dancing

Irish Dancing in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh from 9am-10am. Classes are for beginners and are for age 3yrs up. Registered members of An Comhdhail, fully Garda Vetted and insured. Contact details for enquiries are Cian Flood TCRG (086-1293807), Eimear McGrath TCRG (085-7180926), email: mcgrathfloodschool@gmail.com, Facebook.com/mgfschool or search “McGrath Flood School of Irish Dancing”.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 6^th Nov

Fundraising Variety Cabaret

Come along to the Glendalough Hotel on Friday 10^th of November at 9pm for a Variety Cabaret in aid of Laragh village defibrillator. Enjoy a great night out featuring Johnny Stafford and guests. Tickets can be purchased from the Brockagh Resource Centre(0404 45600), Laragh or Denis Carter with admission only €5.

Christmas Afternoon Tea Dance

Wicklow Willow Courses 2017

Wicklow Willow Courses 2018

Part-time Maintenance Position

Co.Wicklow Older Person’s Council Seminar 2017

Tae kwon-Do for Youths and Adults

Tae kwon-Do for Children

Adult Guidance Service

Adult Career Guidance Service is available at the Brockagh Centre. This careers/education service is free, friendly, confidential, supportive and available to all adults over 18 years of age. For more information or to book an appointment please contact Irene Hayden on 086-8061569.

Glendalough and Laragh Active Retirement

AR next lunch is on the 7^th November in Glenmalure Lodge. A Christmas shopping trip to the Liffey Valley is planned for 28^th November. The Christmas party dinner is taking place at Kilashee Hotel in Kildare 4^th December. New members welcome why not come along on a Tuesday morning at 11am and check us out or call us on 0404 45600 to find out more.

Christmas Fair

Happy Days

Happy Days baby and toddler drop in group is every Wednesday morning 10.30 -12pm at the Brockagh Centre(break in July and Aug). Come for a social morning with Crafts, Messy Play, Music and Activities such as teddy bears picnic, sing along song/storytime and of course light refreshments are provided. Contact Kerry 0404-45600 at the centre for more information.

Flower Classes

A series of flower classes are being planned for the autumn at the Brockagh Centre. The sessions can cover everything from basic methods to modern designs for a variety of occasions. The teaching team will facilitate the requirements of the participants and focus on the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside. For more details, email maureenlaragh@gmail.com or 0404 43610.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 30^th Dec

Fundraising Variety Cabaret

Come along to the Glendalough Hotel on Friday 10^th of November at 9pm for a Variety Cabaret in aid of Laragh village defibrillator. A great night out featuring Johnny Stafford and guests. Tickets can be purchased from the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh or Denis Carter with admission only €5.

Halloween Movie Night

Movie night at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh on Friday 3^rd of November. Featuring Casper, the friendly ghost and Goosebumps with a recommended age of 10 plus years. Starting at 6pm and finishing at 8pm with admission €3. A tuck shop will be open on the night. Funds will go to Elevation Dance competition team.

Glendalough Car Boot Sales

Our next shopping day is Sunday the 5th of November 10am to 4pm. There will also be a Christmas Car Boot on Sun, December 3^rd. We will have our usual bargains this month along with home baking, gifts, home wares, clothes and some Christmas items. Vans must be booked in. Car park spaces for the next month or so will be limited so please pre-book indoor spaces early. Contact the Brockagh Centre on 0404-45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net if you wish to book an indoor space.

Part-time Maintenance Position

Co.Wicklow Older Person’s Council Seminar 2017

Pilates at the Brockagh

Marie Noonan is a qualified Pilate’s teacher and has been teaching for the last 17 years and works full time as a movement therapist for rehabilitation, health and longevity. The duration of the class is seven weeks and will start at 9.15am to 10.15am and another class at and 10.15 to 11.15am in the Brockagh Resource Centre. Please text Marie on 087 1953072 or email marie@noonanpilates.ie. Visit www.noonanpilates.ie for more information.

Tae kwon-Do for Youths and Adults

Master Kenneth has a special offer for new students, one month free classes. Teens and adults will enjoy Taekwon-Do, a Korean art of self-defence. Benefits include improving confidence, respect, discipline, awareness, concentration, channeling aggression, balance, coordination, speed, reactions, fitness and health. Call Master Kenneth Wheatley on 087-2547347 for further information. Classes are on Tuesdays at 7.45-8.45pm (Seniors & Teens).

McGrath-Flood School of Irish Dancing

Irish Dancing has started in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh from 9am-10am. Classes are for beginners and are for age 3yrs up. Registered members of An Comhdhail, fully Garda Vetted and insured. Contact details for enquiries are Cian Flood TCRG (086-1293807), Eimear McGrath TCRG (085-7180926), email: mcgrathfloodschool@gmail.com, Facebook.com/mgfschool or search “McGrath Flood School of Irish Dancing”.

Evening Yoga with Viva

High Intensity Fitness Dane (H.I.F.D)

Glendalough and Laragh Active Retirment

The Active Retirement group have been busy over the past few weeks. Their next lunch is 7^th November in Glenmalure Lodge. Next week David and Francis from Aughrim Bowling Facility will be attending the Brockagh Centre for a bowling session. Older Peoples Network Seminar will be held is in Glendalough Hotel on 24^th November. A Christmas shopping trip to the Liffey Valley is planned for 28^th November. The Christmas party dinner is taking place at Kilashee Hotel in Kildare 4^th December.

The next Tea Dance is on Sunday 19^th November from 3pm to 6pm. Groups must book in advance with the centre 0404 45600. New members welcome why not come along on a Tuesday morning at 11am and check us out.

Christmas Fair

We are still taking bookings for this year’s Christmas Fair on Sunday the 10th Dec. As a customer you will find unique presents and gifts at very good value. If you would like to perform music or entertain in the festive spirit at the fair call Michelle at the Brockagh Centre on 0404 45600 or email us at laraghit@eircom.net to request a booking form.

Walking group in the Brockagh

On Monday mornings weekly at 10am join the walking group with Get Ireland Walking at the Brockagh Resource Centre for a walk around Glendalough area for approximately one hour. In association with Get Ireland Walking, Wicklow Local Sports Partnership & Brockagh Resource Centre. All ages and abilities are welcome. If you would like to set up a walking group in Wicklow contact us on wicklowlsp@wicklowcoco.ie for more information.

Paediatric First Aid Course

The course was cancelled on Oct 16^th due to the weather but we have re-scheduled the class and it will go ahead on Mon, Nov 6^th. Run by the highly acclaimed ‘Parent First Aid’ company, this popular, informative evening will cover all basic first aid required in the care of children including choking, burns, meningitis, breaks/fractures, CPR, bleeding and more. There are a few places left, to book, please call the Brockagh Centre on 0404-45600.

Flower Classes

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 23rd Oct

Glendalough Car Boot Sales

Citizen’s Information Clinic

C.I.C have now an office in the Brockagh Resource Centre on the first and third Tuesday of each month from 10-12 providing valuable personal advice relating to your rights and entitlements on a large range of matters. No appointment necessary. This is a free and confidential service. For more information go to www. citizensinformation.ie.

Evening Yoga with Viva

High Intensity Fitness Dane (H.I.F.D)

Glendalough and Laragh Active Retirment

Christmas Fair

Walking group in the Brockagh

Paediatric First Aid Course

Razzle Dazzle Show

Razzle Dazzle will be hosting a new dance and music show on December 16^th at the Brockagh Resource Centre. More details to follow in the coming weeks.

Flower Classes

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 16th Oct

Paediatric First Aid Course

Glendalough Christmas Fair

Afternoon Tea Dance Nov 19th

There will be a pre-Christmas tea dance coming up this year on 19^th of Nov with a cover charge of only €5, with refreshments. All groups must book in advance with the Brockagh Centre by calling us on 0404 45600. All are welcome with refreshments provided with a small cover charge.

Flower Classes

Tae kwon-Do for Youths and Adults

Morning Yoga with Louise

Irish Dancing Classes

Pilates at the Brockagh

Marie Noonan is a qualified Pilate’s teacher and has been teaching for the last 17 years and works full time as a movement therapist for rehabilitation, health and longevity.The duration of the class is seven weeks and will start at 9.15am to 10.15am and another class at and 10.15 to 11.15am in the Brockagh Resource Centre. Please text Marie on 087 1953072 or email marie@noonanpilates.ie. Visit www.noonanpilates.ie for more information.

Drama School

Drama classes are a fantastic way of developing confidence and encouraging creativity and imagination. Drama modules will incorporate improvisation, mime, script work, vocal training and acting skills. Students will also learn from the Irish Board of Speech and Drama syllabus and be afforded opportunities to take graded examinations under a fully qualified teacher. Elevation holds a 100% pass rate in IBSD examinations. Elevation Drama Junior (5.45-6.45pm) is held at the Brockagh Centre. Contact Kate on 086 8256775.

Elevation Dance School

Our Modern Dance classes focus on Jazz, Lyrical, and Commercial styles as well as ISTD syllabus work giving a well rounded understanding of the Modern Theatre style. Go to www.elevationschoolofperformingarts.com or contact Kate on 086 8256775 to find out more about her dance class. Class times and ages are as follows: Baby ballet (2.45pm), Pre Pri Ballet (3.15pm), Gr2 (4pm), Gr 4 & G1 (5pm).

Pilates at the Brockagh

Marie Noonan is a qualified Pilate’s teacher and has been teaching for the last 17 years and works full time as a movement therapist for rehabilitation, health and longevity.The duration of the class is seven weeks and will start at 9.15am to 10.15am and another class at and 10.15 to 11.15am in the Brockagh Resource Centre. Please text Marie on 087 1953072 or email marie@noonanpilates.ie. Visit www.noonanpilates.ie for more information.

We Love Art

Adult Art

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 9th Oct

Clothes Collection

You can help raise funds for the Laragh National school. Over the next few weeks, as Summer gives way to Autumn we are asking you to gather up any clothes, shoes, bags etc. that you no longer use or need. Please try to fill a bag or two with your discarded items and bring them to the school before Monday 16th of October. All donations most welcome.

Glendalough Christmas Fair

Our Christmas Fair in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh is on this year on the 10th Dec with lots of special gifts. If you are interested in booking a stall at our popular and festive Christmas Fair or if you would like to perform music or entertain in the festive spirit at the fair call Michelle at the Brockagh Centre on 0404 45600 or email us at laraghit@eircom.net to request a booking form.

Afternoon Tea Dance Nov 19th

There will be a pre-Christmas tea dance coming up this year on 19^th of Nov. All groups must book in advance with the Brockagh Centre by calling us on 0404 45600. All are welcome with refreshments provided with a small cover charge.

Paediatric First Aid Course

The Brockagh Centre is delighted to be able to offer a fantastic evening of paediatric first aid on Monday October 16th (7 to 9 pm). Run by the highly acclaimed ‘Parent First Aid’ company, this popular, informative evening will cover all basic first aid required in the care of children including choking, burns, meningitis, breaks/fractures, CPR, bleeding and more. To book your place, please call the Brockagh Centre on 0404-45600.

Flower Classes

Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre at various dates from now to December. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

Morning Yoga with Louise

Chair Yoga

AA Meetings

Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night.

Tai Chi and QiGong

Badminton Junior and Seniors

Irish Dancing Classes

Pilates at the Brockagh

Marie Noonan is a qualified Pilate’s teacher and has been teaching for the last 17 years and works full time as a movement therapist for rehabilitation, health and longevity.The duration of the class is seven weeks and will start at 9.15am to 10.15am and another class at and 10.15 to 11.15am in the Brockagh Resource Centre. Please text Marie on 087 1953072 or email marie@noonanpilates.ie. Visit www.noonanpilates.ie for more information.

Evening Yoga with Viva

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 2^nd Oct

Clothes Collection

Glendalough Christmas Fair

Irish Dancing Classes

Afternoon Tea Dance Nov 19th

Free Computer Course

A free 5-week digital skills computer course will be coming soon (depending on no.s). Topics covered include online banking, apps, online government services, email, shopping online, online TV players, podcasts, photographs, security and much more. This course is for beginners or someone who is rarely online and wants to up skill. Call the Brockagh Resource Centre on 0404 45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net.

Flower Classes

Paediatric First Aid Course

Flower Classes

Tidy Towns Competition Laragh & Glendalough

The next clean-up of the Laragh area is planned for Saturday 7 th October at 11 am.

Traditional Basket-making Workshop

Tae kwon-Do for Youths and Adults

Tae kwon-Do for Children

Happy Days

Happy Days baby and toddler drop in group is every Wednesday morning 10.30 -12pm at the Brockagh Centre(break in July and Aug). Come for a social morning with Crafts, Messy Play, Music and Activities such as teddy bears picnic, sing along song/storytime and of course light refreshments are provided. Contact Kerry 0404-45600 at the centre for more information.

Go For Life

Go for Life active retirement group enjoy getting together every Tuesday morning in the Brockagh Centre at 11am. So if you fancy a chat, a cuppa and some light exercise come along on Tuesdays. For further information call the Brockagh Centre on (0404) 45600 or drop in.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 25th Sept

Glendalough Christmas Fair

Paediatric First Aid Course

The Brockagh Centre is delighted to be able to offer a fantastic evening of paediatric first aid on Monday October 16th (7 to 9 pm). Run by the highly acclaimed ‘Parent First Aid’ company, this popular, informative evening will cover all basic first aid required in the care of children including choking, burns, meningitis, breaks/fractures, CPR, bleeding and more. The evening costs €25 and places are limited. To book your place, please call the Brockagh Centre on 0404-45600.

St. Kevin’s Parish Changes to Mass Times

There have been a number of changes to local Mass times. Sunday Mass in Laragh is now at 10.30 am. The Saturday (Vigil) Mass is at 7 pm.

St. Kevin’s Parish Remembrance Masses

A Mass of Remembrance for those who died during the year will take place in St. Kevin’s church in Laragh at 7 pm on Saturday 18th November. Similar ceremonies will take place in Roundwood at 6 pm on November 4th and in Rathdrum at 8 pm on November 11th.

Flower Classes

Tidy Towns Competition Laragh & Glendalough

We are patiently awaiting the results of the Tidy Town judges. Barry Byrne, along with a number of volunteers, is doing a great job keeping the village clean. However, it is so frustrating to have to pick up bags of rubbish all the time. Please use the many bins provided in the village. The next clean-up of the Laragh area is planned for Saturday 7 th October at 11 am.

McGrath-Flood School of Irish Dancing

Irish Dancing has started in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh, from 9am-10am on Saturday morning. Classes are for beginners and is for age 3yrs up. Registered members of An Comhdhail, fully Garda Vetted and insured. Contact details for enquiries are Cian Flood TCRG (086-1293807), Eimear McGrath TCRG (085-7180926), email: mcgrathfloodschool@gmail.com, Facebook.com/mgfschool or search “McGrath Flood School of Irish Dancing”.

Glendalough Car Boot Sales

Come shopping on Sunday 1^st of October. Always great new and nearly new clothes and accessories, home baking, plants and much more. Vans must be booked in. Car park spaces for the next month or so will be limited so please pre-book indoor spaces early. Contact the Brockagh Centre on 0404-45600 or email laraghit@eircom.netif you wish to book an indoor space.

Rural Transport Bus

If you wish to avail of this service on Friday mornings call Mick Dunbar (087-8176630). Mick drives to Wicklow or Arklow (destination depending on the week) for shopping trips.

Active Retirement Group Laragh and Glendalough

The Active Retirement group were back after their summer break Tuesday 12^th They enjoyed their morning exercise session and a catch up over a cup of tea and cake. David and Francis from Aughrim Bowling Facility attended the centre for a bowling session Tuesday 19^th, everyone thoroughly enjoyed it. We’re looking forward to our next bowling session in October.

Next week we are having a talk and demonstration on flowers and we are also having a meeting to discuss further day trips, outings and our midweek getaway next April/May. Our next lunch is on 3^rd October in Jacobs Well Rathdrum. We have a shopping trip planned for 28^th There will be a pre- Christmas Tea Dance on Sunday 19^th November from 3pm to 6pm, groups must book in advance with the Brockagh Centre by calling us on 0404 45600. A reminder new members are always welcome to the Active Retirement Group, why not come along to the Brockagh Centre on a Tuesday morning at 11am- 12.15pm for some exercise and social gatherings.

Haunted Halloween Kids Day

Calling all little ghouls and spooks! Join us for our Horrifying Haunted Halloween House on Saturday October 28th. Jam-packed with activities including Ghouling Games, Frightful Feasts, Alarming Art, Petrifying Prizes, Terrifying Treasure Hunt and a Death-Defying Disco, this Haunted House is sure to be the creepiest one around! For more information on how to book a place for this Eerie Event, please contact the Bone-Chilling Brockagh Centre on 040445600. See you there…. If you Dare!!!

New Dates for Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9-5 pm 7^th(1 place left) and 21^st(2 places left) of Oct, 2017. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

High Intensity Fitness Dane (H.I.F.D) Just pop in on Wednesday evenings at 7pm in the Brockagh Centre to dance your socks off with Adam and the class in cardio exercise dancing, dropping those extra calories. You do not need to be a good dancer or very fit, dance at your own pace and enjoy the music. You can contact Adam on 083 3057949 for information.

Citizen’s Information Clinic

Walking group in the Brockagh

On Monday mornings weekly at 10am join a walking group at the Brockagh Resource Centre for a walk around Glendalough area for approximately one hour. In association with Get Ireland Walking, Wicklow Local Sports Partnership & Brockagh Resource Centre. All ages and abilities are welcome. If you would like to set up a walking group in Wicklow contact us on wicklowlsp@wicklowcoco.ie for more information.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 18th Sept

Autumn in the Brockagh Resource Centre

We welcome back all our exercise & creative regular classes. If you have been taking it easy this Summer and want to take up a class for the Autumn/Winter months call 0404 45600 today! Or you can view our new timetable of events at www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie/event. Throughout the year the Brockagh hosts some interesting free talks, exhibitions etc. If you want to receive our monthly newsletter email us at brockaghresourcecentre@gmail.com.

McGrath-Flood School of Irish Dancing

Irish Dancing to start on Saturday 16^th Sept from 9am-10am in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. Classes are for beginners and is for age 3yrs up. Registered members of An Comhdhail, fully Garda Vetted and insured. Contact details for enquiries are Cian Flood TCRG (086-1293807), Eimear McGrath TCRG (085-7180926), email: mcgrathfloodschool@gmail.com, Facebook.com/mgfschool or search “McGrath Flood School of Irish Dancing”.

Free Computer Course

A free 5-week digital skills computer course is commencing Friday 29^th of Sept. Topics covered include online banking, apps, online government services, email, shopping online, photographs and much more. This course is for beginners or someone who is rarely online and wants to up skill. Call the Brockagh Resource Centre on 0404 45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net.

St John’s Church, Laragh

Will hold a special service to celebrate its 150th anniversary of dedication on Tuesday the 19th of September at 7.30pm. All are very welcome to attend.

St. Kevin’s Parish, Glendalough

Anointing of the Sick- On Sunday 24th of September at 10.30am we will have anointing of the sick during the mass.

Mass of Remembrance-A Special mass for all those who died during the year will be celebrated on Saturday the 18th of November 2017 at 7.00pm.

Positive Aging Week 2017

A calendar of events, starting on Sept 30^th to Oct 15^th can be found now on the notice board in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh.

Run the Ridge in October

On 14th October you will have a chance to run the majestic Derrybawn Ridge while supporting local sports teams Glendalough AC and Laragh GFC. The race begins in the scenic grounds of Laragh GFC before taking runners on a 20 km adventure on the local trails and hills. A shorter 8 km option is also available. The courses are fully marked, and a mighty spread of cakes and tea will be on offer for the post-race celebrations! For full details and bookings please go to www.runtheridge.ie

Haunted Halloween Kids Day

New Dates for Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9-5 pm 7^th(1 place left) and 21^st(2 places left) of Oct, 2017. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

Pilates at the Brockagh

Marie Noonan is a qualified Pilate’s teacher and has been teaching for the last 17 years and works full time as a movement therapist for rehabilitation, health and longevity.The duration of the class is seven weeks and will start at 9.15am to 10.15am and another class at and 10.15 to 11.15am in the Brockagh Resource Centre. Please text Marie on 087 1953072 or email marie@noonanpilates.ie. Visit www.noonanpilates.ie for more information.

We Love Art

Adult Art

Drama School

Elevation Dance School

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 11th Sept

McGrath-Flood School of Irish Dancing

Positive Aging Week 2017

A calendar of events, starting on Sept 30^th to Oct 15^th can be found now on the notice board in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh.

Afternoon Tea Dance

There will be a pre-Christmas tea dance coming up this year, with a date to be confirmed but we will keep you posted, all groups must book in advance with the Brockagh Centre by calling us on 0404 45600. A reminder that new members are always welcome to the Active Retirement Group in the Brockagh Centre, Laragh, come along on a Tuesday morning to the Brockagh Centre from 11am – 12.15pm for some exercise and social gatherings.

Join author and Irish Wildlife Trust Campaigns Officer Padraic Fogarty for a talk about his landmark book Whittled Away on Thursday 14^th Sept, 7.30 to 9pm at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. This is a free event hosted by Laragh Tidy Towns, all our welcome. The book charts the grim decline of nature in the Irish Landscape, but it also reveals possibilities for the future, showing a path to recovery for nature and wildlife. In particular, Padraic will discuss how we can better manage our uplands – a topic relevant to the area.

The Glendalough Trail 2017 (Change of Date)

The Glendalough Trail race, in aid of ‘Fighting Blindness’, will now take place on Saturday 18th November with registration and refreshments at the Brockagh Centre. It will be a fantastic, fun, running experience over a 15.5 km route that is scenic, challenging and safe. For more details see www.glendaloughtrail.com or contact Paul at info@glendaloughtrail.com/086-3503994. To find out more about the work of ‘Fighting Blindness’ or for tips and assistance on fundraising, contact Amanda on 01-6789004 or fundraising@fightingblindness.ie

Run the Ridge in October

Haunted Halloween Kids Day

New Dates for Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9-5 pm 17th and 23rd of Sept, 7th and 21st of Oct, 2017. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

Pilates at the Brockagh

Marie Noonan class will be back Mon 18^th, Sept. Marie is a qualified Pilate’s teacher and has been teaching for the last 17 years and works full time as a movement therapist for rehabilitation, health and longevity. The duration of the class is six weeks and will start at 9.30am to 10.30am and another class at and 10.30 to 11.30am. Please text Marie on 087 1953072 or email marie@noonanpilates.ie. Visit www.noonanpilates.ie for more information.

Morning Yoga with Louise

Chair Yoga

Wicklow Man

Wicklow Man(David Bury 087 272 3962) is on every Tuesday night at the Brockagh Centre at 9 p.m. for a few hours of dancing and socialising.

AA Meetings

Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night.

Mobile Library

The mobile library visits Lynhams car park in Laragh every second Thursday from 12 noon to 12.50 pm. The next visits will take place on September 14th and September 28^th.

Tai Chi and QiGong

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 28th Aug

Glendalough Car Boot

Shoppers will find home-baking and plenty of bargains at our next Car Boot Sale on Sunday, 3 rd September. You can find anything from cream cakes, scones, bread and jam to plants, antiques, clothing and jewellery. Please pre-book indoor spaces early. Vans must be booked in. Contact the Brockagh Centre on 0404-45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net to book.

Run the Ridge in October

Laragh Tidy Towns and Irish Wildlife Trust Talk

On September 14th, Laragh Tidy Towns will host an evening with Pádraic Fogarty of the Irish Wildlife Trust. Pádraic will talk about his landmark book, Whittled Away. The book charts the grim decline of nature in the Irish landscape but also reveals possibilities for the future, showing a path to recovery for nature and wildlife. The talk, followed by discussion, will take place in the Brockagh Resource Centre from 7.30 to 9 pm. All are welcome to attend.

Laragh Tidy Towns monthly clean-up will take place on 2nd September. Meet opposite Lynhams at 11 am.

New Exhibition- Glendalough: Art and Atmosphere

The Glendalough: Art and Atmosphere free exhibition will be held in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh from the 19th – 27th of August, 9.30 to 5pm. This is a display of 18th and 19th century paintings and drawings of the Glendalough Valley, capturing rarely seen aspects of the Valley’s heritage. This exhibition is a collaborative venture with a number of agencies on the Glendalough Heritage Forum, especially the Heritage Office of Wicklow County Council and the Heritage Council.

Haunted Halloween Kids Day

New Dates for Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9-5 pm 23rd and 17th of Sept, 7th and 21st of Oct, 2017. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

High Intensity Fitness Dane (H.I.F.D)

Adult Guidance Service

Citizen’s Information Clinic

Pilates at the Brockagh

Active Retirement Group

Laragh Glendalough Active Retirement Group are back after their summer break Tuesday 12^th September at 11am.

Their Sunday tea dances were a great success last season and the next tea dance will take place on Sunday 3rd Dec, 3 to 6pm, all groups must book in advance with the centre. New members are always welcome, come along on a Tuesday morning to the Brockagh Centre from 11am – 12.15pm.

Evening Yoga with Viva

Viva’s yoga classes are for beginners to advance will be returning on Sept 11^th, Wednesdays at 7pm in the Brockagh Centre. Wear comfortable clothes on the night and bring a blanket. Mats are available on the night. You can contact Viva on 086 3409629 for more information.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 21st Aug

New Exhibition- Glendalough: Art and Atmosphere

Haunted Halloween Kids Day

New Dates for Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9-5 pm 23rd and 17th of Sept, 7th and 21st of Oct, 2017. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

We Love Art

Classes will be back on Mon 18^th Sept for Primary school children. They are taught by artist and qualified art teacher Almha Roche. Classes are small, and divided by age group. In the classes we work with lots of different art and craft forms. Children learn new skills and techniques and have fun experimenting with materials and making creative decisions about their work.Phone/text: Almha 086 3897732 Email: weloveartcrafts@gmail.com.

Adult Art

Painting classes are back Wed 20^th of Sept, and will help you to find your own artistic style in your preferred medium. It is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced painters. Take up a new hobby or develop your skills and techniques in a friendly and informal group. Classes are taught by artist and qualified art teacher Almha Roche.Wednesday mornings 11-12.30pm. Call Almha on 086 3897732.

Drama School

Classes are back on Wed 13^th of Sept. Drama classes are a fantastic way of developing confidence and encouraging creativity and imagination. Drama modules will incorporate improvisation, mime, script work, vocal training and acting skills. Students will also learn from the Irish Board of Speech and Drama syllabus and be afforded opportunities to take graded examinations under a fully qualified teacher. Elevation holds a 100% pass rate in IBSD examinations. Elevation Drama Junior (5.45-6.45pm) at the Brockagh Centre. Contact Kate on 086 8256775.

Elevation Dance School

Kate has introduced some new dance classes to her calendar this term, baby ballet, pre pri ballet, senior contemporary. Kate is also hoping to do competition teams with advanced dancers on a Monday evening at 5pm. Our Modern Dance classes focus on Jazz, Lyrical, and Commercial styles as well as ISTD syllabus work giving a well-rounded understanding of the Modern Theatre style. Go to www.elevationschoolofperformingarts.com or contact Kate on 086 8256775 to find out more about her dance class. Class times and ages are as follows: Elevation Dance-Mod/Theatre Primary Grade 1 (4-4.45pm), Grade 2/3 (4.45-5.45).

Pilates at the Brockagh

Active Retirement Group

Laragh Glendalough Active Retirement Group are back after their summer break Tuesday 12^th September at 11am. They thoroughly enjoyed their 2 night break away in Clayton Whites Hotel Wexford 20^th to the 22^nd June. They visited Rathwood, Dubrody Famine Ship, Waterford Suir Valley Railway tour, Johnstown Castle and danced the night away in the Clayton Whites hotel.

Their Sunday tea dances were a great success last season and the next tea dance will take place on Sunday 19^th November 3 to 6pm, all groups must book in advance with the centre. New members are always welcome, come along on a Tuesday morning to the Brockagh Centre from 11am – 12.15pm.

Dog Show at the Brockagh 2017

The dog show was a great success on the 6 th Aug considering the bad weather we had, we raised €421 for Wicklow Animal Welfare. Congratulations to Abby Doyle with Brutus winning Large Dog, Tracy Murphy with PiP Small Dog, Cormac O’Sullivan with CÚ Cutest Puppy and Dog you would love to take home, Alex Short with Gus Obedience, Brandon McCoy Phelan with Wowee dog led by child. Thank you to all who gave prizes for the raffle Willie McCoy, Glendalough Green, Lyhnams, Wicklow Heather, Liam Farrington, Lisa Delahaye,Bernie Vets Roundwood, Leanne Byrne, Kathleen Byrne, Valerie McCoy, Marie McCoy, Fiona Gammell, Meghan Ryder, Annemarie O’Neill, Bernie Cooney. Thank you to Finbar and Sandra for judging the show they did a great job and everyone that took part on the day.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 14th Aug

New Dates for Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9-5 pm 23^rd and 17^th of Sept, 7^th and 21^st of Oct, 2017. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

Haunted Halloween Kids Day

Morning Yoga with Louise

Louise’s floor yoga and chair yoga classes will be back on Thursday 17^th August after a brief break. To find out more, call Louise on 087-6032202 (booking is essential).

New Dates for Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9-5 pm 23^rd and 17^th of Sept, 7^th and 21^st of Oct, 2017. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

Wicklow Man

Wicklow Man(David Bury 087 272 3962) is on every Tuesday night at the Brockagh Centre at 9 p.m. with a few hours of dancing and socialising.

AA Meetings

Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night.

Tai Chi and QiGong

Tai Chi and QiGong classes are very powerful tools which help to heal physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Go to http://jadesuntaichi.com/neal-traynor.html to learn more about the classes and tutor Neal Traynor (087 9085684). Classes are held on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm in the Brockagh Centre, call Neal to book in.

Badminton Junior and Seniors

Badminton registration will be held on Mon 11^th of Sept at 7pm at the Brockagh. Classes are back on Mon 18^th for juniors (4^th class up) in the Brockagh Centre at 7pm and Seniors from 8pm. Thursday evenings with a repeat of the same classes. Contact Finian on 086 247 6822.

Happy Days

Happy Days baby and toddler drop in group is back on Wednesday 6^th of Sept, 10.30 -12pm at the Brockagh Centre. Come for a social morning with Crafts, Messy Play, Music and Activities such as teddy bears picnic, sing along song/storytime and of course light refreshments are provided. Contact Kerry 0404-45600 at the centre for more information.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 7^th Aug

Dog Show at Glendalough Car Boot

Our fun Annual Dog Show in aid of Wicklow Animal Wefare on Aug 6^th at Brockagh Resource Centre. Registration at 1.30pm with show starting at 2pm. A big raffle on the day with plenty of car boot stalls to buy your bargains at. Contact Michelle on 0404 45600 to book a stall.

Tae kwon-Do for Youths and Adults

New Dates for Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9-5 pm 23^rd and 17^th of Sept, 7^th and 21^st of Oct, 2017. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

Tae kwon-Do for Children

Morning Yoga with Louise

Louise’s floor yoga and chair yoga classes will be back on Thursday 17^th August after a brief break. To find out more, call Louise on 087-6032202 (booking is essential).

New Dates for Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9-5 pm 23^rd and 17^th of Sept, 7^th and 21^st of Oct, 2017. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

Lough Derg Pilgrimage 2017

Come and walk in the spiritual footsteps of your parents, grandparents and ancestors. Reconnect with their prayer for their family and future family – today you are that family – and retreat to Lough Derg on 2nd to 3rd September (departing midmorning from Rathdrum Memorial Park with an overnight stay in Central Hotel, Donegal). Contact Mary on 0404-45119 for further information. The organisers are Mary Turner and Breda Fitzgerald (0402-39043 or 086-3073060).

Mobile Library The mobile library visits Lynhams car park every second Thursday from 12 noon to 12.50 pm. The next dates are 3rd , 17th and 31st August.

Ring a Link Transport County Wicklow Ring a Link (Local Link) rural transport services are now providing different bus routes from Laragh and other places in Co. Wicklow. To check out bus links in your area ring 1890-424141.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 31st July

Dog Show at Glendalough Car Boot

New Dates for Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9-5 pm 23^rd and 17^th of Sept, 7^th and 21^st of Oct, 2017. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

Lough Derg Pilgrimage 2017

Mobile Library

The mobile library visits Lynhams car park every second Thursday from 12 noon to 12.50 pm. The next dates are 3rd , 17th and 31st August.

Ring a Link Transport

County Wicklow Ring a Link (Local Link) rural transport services are now providing different bus routes from Laragh and other places in Co. Wicklow. To check out bus links in your area ring 1890-424141.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 24th July

Citizen’s Information Clinic

High Intensity Fitness Dane (H.I.F.D)

Keep fit throughout the summer months with Adam. Just pop in on Wednesday evenings at 7pm in the Brockagh Centre, Laragh to dance your socks off with cardio exercise dancing. You do not need to be a good dancer or very fit, dance at your own pace and enjoy the music. You can contact Adam on 083 3057949 for information.

Morning Yoga with Louise

Chair Yoga

Walking group in the Brockagh

Join the Mondy morning walkers at 10am at the Brockagh Resource Centre for a walk around Glendalough area for approximately one hour. In association with Get Ireland Walking, Wicklow Local Sports Partnership & Brockagh Resource Centre. All ages and abilities are welcome. If you would like to set up a walking group in Wicklow contact us on wicklowlsp@wicklowcoco.ie for more information.

Moneystown Barn Dance and BBQ

In aid of Moneystown Community Centre will take place on Saturday, 29th July in the community centre starting at 8.30 pm. Music by the Three Bobs, 10 pm till 12 and the Roamin Cadillacs, 12 to 2 am and disco afterwards. Food served till 11.30 pm. Fully licensed. Admission €20, contact 086 1504221 for tickets. Bucking Broncho also. Looking forward to seeing you all there at what promises to be a great night.

Dog Show at Glendalough Car Boot

Sunshine Summer Camp

Book in now for our exciting, jam-packed Summer Camp in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. With Daily Guest Workshops, Sports, Art, Baking, Games, Woodland Adventures and much more, this Summer Camp is not to be missed. Starts July 31^st until August 4^th from 10.30 to 2pm, age 6 to 9yrs .To book your place or if you want more information phone or email 0404 45600, laraghit@eircom.net.

The Glendalough Trail 2017

The Glendalough Trail race is a 15.5km race which takes place on Saturday 4th November, 2017 with registration and refreshments at the Brockagh Centre,Laragh. The Glendalough Trail is a fantastic running experience with a route that is scenic, challenging and safe. Not only will it be a fun, enjoyable day but we hope to raise much needed funds for Fighting Blindness. More information at http://www.glendaloughtrail.com/ or contact Paul at info@glendaloughtrail.com or phone 086 350 3994. To find out more about the work of Fighting Blindnes s or tips and assistance on fundraising contact Amanda on 01 6789 004 or fundraising@fightingblindness.ie

Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9-5 pm August 8^th, 2017. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 17th July

Moneystown Barn Dance and BBQ

Tidy Town notes

A huge effort has been made over the past months to have the village and approach roads looking well. A number of men have been doing hard work trimming the verges and ditches on the road towards Glendalough over a number of evenings and it looks very well. The existing flower beds have been tidied up in the village and a new one has been created behind the bus shelter. Work is ongoing to have signage in the village tidied up too. A picnic bench has been donated by Wesley Atkinson, Parks and Wildlife and is positioned on the Glendalough side of the Green opposite Lynhams. Tim Delamere has prepared a template of planned inscriptions to be put on the granite stones and this to be approved by the council prior to placement. On 19 June, 5th & 6th class from Scoil Chaoimhín Naofa visited the village community garden to see what is planted there and on their way also collected any rubbish that was around. Residents continue to keep rubbish picked up around their homes and this in turn encourages visitors to bring their litter home or to use the bins in the village. The work is ongoing but on the 1st Tuesday of each month everyone is encouraged to meet across from Lynhams at 7.30 pm to clean up and plan any further improvements.

First Baptist Church Choir Concert

The group from Tulsa, Oklahohoma, USA will give a concert in St. Kevin’s Church, Laragh on Sunday the 16^th of July at 11.30am. The choir will accompany morning mass performing a varied repertoire including American folk pieces, spirituals, broadway numbers, church hymns and Irish selections.

Dog Show at Glendalough Car Boot

Sunshine Summer Camp

The Glendalough Trail 2017

Bracelet Found

If you have lost a bracelet in the Clara Vale area please contact Pauline at the Brockagh Resource Centre on 0404 45600.

Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9-5 pm August 8^th, 2017. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

Free Digital Skills Computer Course

A free 5-week digital skills computer course is commencing shortly. Topics covered include digital photography, online banking, online government services, email, shopping online and much more. Call the Brockagh Resource Centre on 0404 45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 3^rd July

Vocal Workshop Weekend

Do you love to sing? Treat yourself to a weekend of uplifting music made by you at the Sian Croose Vocal Workshop Weekend, 10am to 4.30pm on July 15^th to 16^th, at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. Call Tessa 087 7961707 or email tessavan@eircom.net for more information.

Happy Days

Has had a busy and exciting few months with a whole range of activities including Arts and Crafts, play dough, shaving foam messy play, songs, stories and of course lots of fun and play! Happy Days is going to continue on throughout July with the last day being July 26th. We will then take a break for the month of August and will be back in September with a whole new range of other activities and fun!! If you would like to come along and enjoy Happy Days with us for the next few weeks we are here in the Brockagh Centre every Wednesday morning 10.30-12pm. The toys are always out and the kettle is always on!

Summer Yoga Classes at the Brockagh

Viva’s yoga classes for beginners to advance is finished now until Sept. You can contact Viva on 086 3409629 for more information. Louise will still be running her classes on Thurs mornings, starting with floor yoga at 10am & chair yoga at 11.30am, both classes continue in July, with a break for the month of Aug.

Adult Guidance Service

Tai Chi and QiGong Starting 11^th of July

The end of this term is June 20^th with a new block of classes starting on the 11^th of July. Tai Chi and QiGong classes are very powerful tools which help to heal physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Go to http://jadesuntaichi.com/neal-traynor.html to learn more about the classes and tutor Neal Traynor (087 9085684). Classes are held on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm in the Brockagh Centre, call Neal to book in.

Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9-5 pm on July 16^th and August 8^th, 2017. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

Free Digital Skills Computer Course

Tae kwon-Do for Youths and Adults Starting July 4th

A new term for Teens and adults will be starting July 4^th. Taekwon-Do, a Korean art of self-defence has Benefits include improving confidence, respect, discipline, awareness, concentration, channeling aggression, balance, coordination, speed, reactions, fitness and health. Call Master Kenneth Wheatley on 087-2547347 for further information. Classes are on Tuesdays at 7.45-8.45pm (Seniors & Teens).

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 26th June

Glendalough Car Boot Sales

Come along on Sunday, 2^nd of July to our monthly feast of bargains and socialising. You can find everything from cream cakes, scones, bread and jam, plants, antiques, clothing, jewellery etc. Vans must be booked in. Car park spaces for the next month or so will be limited so please pre-book indoor spaces early. Contact the Brockagh Centre on 0404-45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net if you wish to book an indoor space.

Laragh/Glendalough Active Retirement

On Tuesday 20^th of June the group went on their annual holiday in Ireland. This year twenty four members had a lovely stay in the Clayton Whites Hotel, Wexford. The trip kicked off with lunch in Rathwood, followed by some shopping. Wexford & Waterford offers some interesting day tours which the group availed of, Dunbrody Famine Ship, Waterford & Suir Valley Railway and Johnstown Castle. The Brockagh had arranged music in the hotel for night entertainment. With an eventful year behind them the weekly Tuesday meetings are ending for the Summer break with lunch in the Glenmalure Lodge on July 4^th and joining them are friends from Sunbeam.

High Intensity Fitness Dane (H.I.F.D)

Adult Guidance Service

Citizen’s Information Clinic

Tai Chi and QiGong Starting 11^th of July

Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9-5 pm on July 16^th and August 8^th, 2017. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

McGrath-Flood School of Irish Dancing Coming to Brockagh Centre/Laragh

Irish Dancing to start on Saturday 16^th Sept from 9am-10am. Classes cater for any age over 3yrs and all levels including absolute beginners. Registered members of An Comhdhail, fully Garda Vetted and insured. Contact details for enquiries are Cian Flood TCRG (086-1293807), Eimear McGrath TCRG (085-7180926), email: mcgrathfloodschool@gmail.com, Facebook.com/mgfschool or search “McGrath Flood School of Irish Dancing”.

Free Digital Skills Computer Course A free 5-week digital skills computer course is commencing shortly. Topics covered include digital photography, online banking, online government services, email, shopping online and much more. Call the Brockagh Resource Centre on 0404 45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net.

Tae kwon-Do for Youths and Adults Starting July 4th

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 12^th June

Marigold Festival (Celebrating Healthy & Active Aging)

This year’s Active Retirement Ireland (ARI) Eastern Region South Marigold Festival will take place in the Brockagh Resource Centre on Thursday, 15th June (10 am to 4 pm). Celebrating its fourth year, this one-day Health and Wellbeing event will provide a wonderful opportunity for small businesses to present information, services and positive lifestyle products to both ARI members and the general public. The event will be fun, free and informative, and all are welcome. For more details contact Claire Morgan on 086-3274323, Marie Halpenny 087 224 8516.

New Summer Time for The Wicklow Man

Wicklow Man(David Bury 087 272 3962) is on every Tuesday night in the Brockagh Centre at the new time of 9 p.m. for a few hours of dancing and socialising.There will be no dance on the 27^th of June, 2017.

Mindcraft Mindfulness Through Creativity

Mindcraft workshop provides an introduction to Mindfulness Through Creativity where you can reacquaint the adult you with the creative you. The workshop will be held in the Brockagh Resource Centre on Saturday 17^th of June from 10am to 4pm. Contact Linda O’Leary on 087 269 4954 or Mairead Hennessy on 086 827 2332, email info@mindcraft.ie or go to www.mindcraft.ie to book.

Community Archaeology Opportunities at Glendalough

Tues 8th – Fri 18th August: Volunteers are welcome to participate in the excavation. Sat 12th Aug: Excavation for 13-17 yr olds (if accompanied by adults: tbc). Sat 19th Aug: “Big Dig” for children 12 yrs, Open Day at exacavation. Sat 26th: ‘Food and Resources in the Past’: Open Day at excavations with family activities exploring use of natural resources in the past. Mon 21st – Fri 25th August: Daily tours of the excavations; Graveyard Survey and Graveyard Tours; Art and Atmosphere exhibition. No experience required but for some events registration is. For further information contact:

glendaloughheritageforum@gmail.com or see Glendalough Heritage Forum on social media.

Lough Derg 2017 – Pilgrimage Season

Come walk in the spiritual footsteps of your family, parents, grandparents and ancestors. Reconnect with their prayer for their family and future family – today you are that family. Retreat to Lough Derg on 2^nd to 3^rd of September, 2017. Overnight stay in Central Hotel, Donegal. Departing from Rathdrum Memorial Park at 10.30-11am. Contact Mary on 0404 45119 for further information. Organisers are Mary Turner and Breda Fitzgerald 0402 39043 or 086 307 3060.

Tai Chi and QiGong Starting 11^th of July

Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9-5 pm on June 24^th, July 16^th and August 8^th, 2017. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

Tiny Feet Montessori and Preschool Open Day

Our new pre-school is now open in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. Sessional and part-time childcare places available, opening times are 9am to 2pm Mon to Friday. We offer the 2yrs free pre-school session for children who qualify (ECCE scheme). All staff are fully qualified in our two room sessional places (Montessori and Preschool) for children aged 2.5yrs to 6yrs. We are enrolling for Sept 2017, contact Suzy on (087) 354 3544 , email tinyfeetmontessori@gmail.com.

Active Retirement Outings

AR are organising a trip to Wexford Whytes Hotel on Tues 20^th to the Thursday 22th of June and there are still places left for anyone interested in a small holiday break. Contact Denise on 0404 45600, for more information or to book a place on the trip.

McGrath-Flood School of Irish Dancing Coming to Brockagh Centre/Laragh

Eimear McGrath TCRG (085-7180926), email: mcgrathfloodschool@gmail.com, Facebook.com/mgfschool or search “McGrath Flood School of Irish Dancing”.

Free Digital Skills Computer Course

AA Meetings

Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night.

Evening Yoga with Viva

Tai Chi and QiGong

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 5^th June

Tai Chi and QiGong Starting 11^th of July

Tales of Beatrix Potter

Mary Greagsbey School of Dance presents Tales of Beatrix Potter also excerpts from Coppelia and Wizard of Oz, Tap and Jazz at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh on Saturday 10^th of June at 7pm. Tickets are €10 for adults and €6 per child. Contact Mary on 087 267 3732 or facebook/marygballet.

Marigold Festival (Celebrating Healthy & Active Aging)

Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9-5 pm on June 24^th, July 16^th and August 8^th, 2017. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

Tiny Feet Montessori and Preschool Open Day

Integrated Energy Therapy Classes

IET Basic Level Course in Energy Therapy, healing with the energy of Angel Aerial. One day course to include full course manual and certificate on Saturday 11th of June at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. Contact Angela on 085 8132647 or email ahtherapy1@gmail.com for more information.

Active Retirement Outings

McGrath-Flood School of Irish Dancing Coming to Brockagh Centre/Laragh

Irish Dancing to start on Saturday 16^th Sept from 9am-10am. Classes cater for any age over 3yrs and all levels including absolute beginners. Registered members of An Comhdhail, fully Garda Vetted and insured. Contact details for enquiries are Cian Flood TCRG (086-1293807),Eimear McGrath TCRG (085-7180926), email: mcgrathfloodschool@gmail.com, Facebook.com/mgfschool or search “McGrath Flood School of Irish Dancing”.

Stagebratz Starz Showstoppers
Join us for a magical afternoon of Broadway & Disney Hits with stunning performances from truly talented Starz aged 3 – 17 years. A colourful, fun show for all the family to enjoy in the Brockagh Resource Centre on the 5th June – Bank Holiday Monday at 4pm. Tickets are €12 & €6. Please email stagebratzstarzacademy@yahoo.com or text 0831563897 to book tickets.

Jade Sun School Meditation-Healing Course

Care For The Self is coming soon to the Brockagh Centre, Laragh. Contact Ann martin on 087 6081219 or on solarsoundhealingwicklow@gmail.com with queries or to book a place.

Free Digital Skills Computer Course

Walking group in the Brockagh

Monday mornings weekly at 10am join the walking group with Get Ireland Walking at the Brockagh Resource Centre for a walk around Glendalough area for approximately one hour. In association with Get Ireland Walking, Wicklow Local Sports Partnership & Brockagh Resource Centre. All ages and abilities are welcome. If you would like to set up a walking group in Wicklow contact us on wicklowlsp@wicklowcoco.ie for more information.

Jade Sun School Meditation-Healing Course

Care For The Self course in the Brockagh Centre, Laragh on Friday 23^rd, June, 2-8pm, Sat 24^th June, 9.30-5.30pm, and Sun 25^th June, 9.30-5.30pm. Contact Ann martin on 087 6081219 or on solarsoundhealingwicklow@gmail.com with queries or to book a place.

Tae kwon-Do for Youths and Adults

Tae kwon-Do for Children

Happy Days

Our activities this year have included a Teddy Bears’ Picnic, Pirates and Princesses party, Shaving Foam Messy Play, Friendship Trees and, of course, singsongs and stories. If you are looking for a warm and friendly group where you can relax over a cuppa with other parents/carers while your little ones play and laugh with their new friends, then Happy Days is for you. We are in the Brockagh Centre every Wednesday morning between 10.30 am and noon. The door is always open and the kettle is always on!

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 29th May

Glendalough Car Boot Sales

Takes place on the first Sunday of the month except for January with the next date being Sunday, 4^th June. Last month we had a huge number of stalls with everything from cream cakes, scones, bread and jam, plants, antiques, clothing, jewellery etc. Vans must be booked in. Car park spaces for the next month or so will be limited so please pre-book indoor spaces early. Contact the Brockagh Centre on 0404-45600 or email laraghit@eircom.net if you wish to book an indoor space.

Marigold Festival

Come and Try Day

Day Come along to the Brockagh Centre on Thursday 1 st June for the free Come and Try Day (11 am to 2 pm, with coffee from 10.30 am and a light lunch at 1 pm). This will be an energetic and sociable occasion resulting in the formation of a team to represent Co. Wicklow at the Go for Life Games in DCU on Saturday 10th June (10 am to 5 pm). To book a place, please phone 0404-20100 (ext. 2333) or text 087-6319667

Traditional Basket-making Workshop

This full day, traditional basket-making workshop will teach you basic basketry techniques. Taught in a relaxed learning environment, you will bring home your own completed small round willow basket (a skib). The workshops will take place in the Brockagh Centre from 9-5 pm on June 24^th, July 16^th and August 8^th, 2017. Classes are small with 5 participants. Garden workshop also available on request. Visit www.wicklowwillow.ie, phone Aoife on 087-9773622 or email info@wicklowwillow.ie.

Tiny Feet Montessori and Preschool Open Day

The Gift of Rose

Our dear friend Rose Brady, our sacristan, was a true inspiration to us all. With her strong sense of faith, her commitment to our parish and community, her compassion, concern and kindness, she was a caring mother to every one of us. We thank God for the gift of Rose and for her time among us. We will miss her sorely but know that she will always be with us, in our hearts. May she rest in eternal peace.

Father Crotty’s Golden Jubilee

This year, Father Crotty will celebrate the Golden Jubilee of his ordination to the priesthood. To mark this very special occasion, an evening of celebration will be held in Lynhams Hotel, starting at 8 pm on Saturday, June 24th. Tickets cost €20 and must be reserved before June 15th . Contact Marie at 086- 3390449 or Lucy at 086-3107511 to book tickets.

Integrated Energy Therapy Classes

Elevation School of Performing Arts

Presents its 10 Year Anniversary show, Something Old, Something New on Saturday June 3rd at 6pm in Brockagh Resource Centre. This is a celebration of everything dance and drama from all of our students across all the campuses. We invite everyone young and young at heart to come along, students and supporters past and present to come along and join in the celebrations with us. Kate’s dance students and Kerry’s Drama students will be finishing up for the Summer months on the 7^th of June but will see you when new season starts, Autumn 2017,

Co.Wicklow Older Peoples Network AGM

Minister Simon Harris informed the many Wicklow residents about care for the elderly, moving forward with homecare at the The Wicklow Age Friendly Strategy 2017 -2022 which was launched at the AGM of the Co. Wicklow Older Person’s Council on 26^th of May in the Brockagh Resource Centre. Thank you to Brendan Martin, Crime Prevention Officer and County Librarian and John Gillfor their very informative talks. In the afternoon, after a light lunch, feet got tapping to lively music by Liam Garret.

Active Retirement Outings

McGrath-Flood School of Irish Dancing Coming to Brockagh Centre/Laragh

Jade Sun School Meditation-Healing Course

Care For The Self is coming soon to the Brockagh Centre, Laragh. Contact Ann martin on 087 6081219 or on solarsoundhealingwicklow@gmail.com with queries or to book a place.

High Intensity Fitness Dane (H.I.F.D)

Free Digital Skills Computer Course

Walking group in the Brockagh

Jade Sun School Meditation-Healing Course

Tidy Towns

We have now had a map of the area prepared and ask all residents to adopt a stretch of road around their premises and keep it clean and tidy. The maps are currently displayed in McCoy’s shop and the Brockagh Centre. Please sign your name in the area you plan to keep clean and tidy. Thanks to all who turned up on May 2 nd to help clean-up the village. The next clean-up will be on 6 th June at 7.30 pm. Meet opposite Lynhams.

Mobile Library

The mobile library visits Lynhams car park every second Thursday from 12 noon to 12.50 pm. The next visits will take place on 8th and 22nd June.

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week beg 15th May

Bealtaine Festival –A month of Celebration of Arts for Older People

More to come this month for the festival: May 21^{st ,} Afternoon Tea Dance with music by The Wicklow Man. Admission €5. Refreshments are provided. ( Groups must be booked into the Tea Dance by calling 0404 45600 or emailing brockaghresourcecentre@gmail.com.) May 29^th, Laurence High School Band from Kanvas, USA. The concert starts at 12pm. All are welcome to attend this free event and any other part of the Bealtaine Festivities in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh.

Brockagh Art Group Summer Exhibition

An exhibition of paintings by members of Brockagh Art Group will open next Friday in Glendalough Green Cafe, Laragh, May 19th to 30^th,marking the end of year for students of Almha Roche’s Wednesday morning art class in the Brockagh Centre. Almha is an artist from Laragh who teaches adult and children’s classes locally. Paintings in Oil, Acrylic and Watercolour will be on show in a variety of styles. Artists include José O’ Connor, Margaret Conroy, Nancy Falkow, Jackie Stuart, Enda Fitzpatrick, Deborah Von Metzradt, Lisa Mahony and Almha Roche.

Sale of Work

Parishes of Rathdrum and Derralossary with Glenealy Sale of Work on Sat 20^th of May from 1-3.30pm in the RDA Hall Rathdrum. Great stalls full of cakes, plants, books, toys, bric and brac, and a Grand Raffle at 3pm. Please come along and give us your support.

Elevation School of Performing Arts

Co.Wicklow Older Peoples Network AGM

The Wicklow Age Friendly Strategy 2017 -2022 is being launched at the AGM of the Co. Wicklow Older Person’s Council on May 26th by Minister Simon Harris. The AGM is in the Brockagh Resource Centre, 10am to 3.45. A talk from Brendan Martin, County Librarian and John Gill, Crime Prevention Officer, Wicklow. All this is followed by a tea dance, music by Liam Garret. Contact the council at 0404 20100 ask for Ext 2333 or Text 087 6319667 to book a place.

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