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Brockagh Country Market(carboot) Our next event is on Sunday, Oct 13th. Come shop indoor and outdoor with beautiful handmade crafts and plenty of bargains and from gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, skincare products, candles, art, tools, household items etc. You might be a keen bargain hunter or enjoy browsing for affordable gifts. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Tea, coffee and food snacks are available. Serving tasty Chips, Hot Dog and Burgers with a choice of dressing at the best of prices! The barrier will be locked from 6pm Saturday evening until 8am Sunday morning. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600 (Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm) or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com . All stallholders must pre book their space or no entry on the day. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie . The Glendalough Market(carboot) is once a month on the 2nd Sun(except Jan/Feb).  Rathdrum Rugby Club looking for Players Girls rugby is on the up in Rathdrum Rugby Club  and our u10 girls team are on the look out for some new players! Do you have a daughter born between 2015-2017? Would she like to try a new sport in a nurturing, encouraging setting? Get in touch if you think this sounds like your future rugby star and come down and give it a try! Laragh GAA Huge congratulations to Clara Glens who had a fantastic win in the U13 championship recently! This group of has put in huge work over the summer and their hard work has certainly paid off! Fitness Class Exciting new low impact fitness class coming to the Brockagh Resource Centre in Laragh. Affordable classes, great value, music that makes exercise more enjoyable, friendly vibe in a sociable atmosphere. Starting Wednesday September 11th in our Mountain View room from 10.30-11.30am. Contact Fiona 089 466 8250 to register your place. FIRST INTRODUCTORY CLASS FREE! Brockagh Resource Centre The Brockagh Resource Centre Car Park will be closed to the public from Wednesday 25th to Friday 27th  Sept. We are sorry for any inconvience this may cause. Brockagh Digital Hub  We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod with High Speed Broadband Connection. Our shared working space is located in the the heart of county Wicklow with panoramic views of the stunning Glendalough Valley. Free parking, free tea/coffee facilities and lift access. To avail of the discounted rates you must pre-book your desk through brockaghhub@gmail.com only. Daily Rate €15, half day rate €10, weekly rate €60, monthly rate available. We also have a special student rate of €10 day rate or half day rate €5. Register now as a Member on our connectedhubs.ie site.. We are waiting to see if they are renewing the voucher scheme. All bookings to be made through either connectedhubs.ie or for discounts email brockaghhub@gmail.com . Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie .

Brockagh Resource Centre The Brockagh Resource Centre Car Park will be closed to the public from Wednesday 25th to Friday 27th Sept. We are sorry for any inconvience this may cause. Adult Zumba Classes On Wednesdays in the Brockagh Resource Centre Laragh with Olivia from 7pm to 7.45 p.m. So get fit in a new, fun way. Call Olivia on 086 3395873. ELEVATION DANCE. Culture Night Free events are on all over the county. Check out what's on close to you in Wicklow at www.culturenight.ie . Laragh Glendalough Active Retired The AR group are back on Sept 17th after their Summer break from 10.45 to 12.15. There will be a talk on Dementia that morning in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. If anyone would like to offer their services or share their skills with the group please contact us by calling Denise on 0404 45600, email brockaghoffice@gmail.com or drop in to the centre. Spinc Walking Trail Project SPINC TRAIL WORKS START ON MONDAY SEPT 9th . Upgrade works on the Spinc will be starting on Monday 9th September. This weekend is your last chance to access the Spinc and to walk on the old boardwalk. This is a BIG project. The upgrade work is expected to take three months – September, October and November. During this time, the Spinc will be CLOSED. Elevation School of Performing Arts Classes available at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh Mondays: 4.15 Acro Squad Dynamite 45mins, 5pm Acro L2+ 1.5hrs, 6.30 Adv'd Tumbling 30mins. Wednesdays: 2.45-Tiny Acro & Dance (3-5yrs) 45mins, 2.45-Mini Acro (6-9yrs), 3.30-Mini/youth Cheer & Tumble(rec) (7yrs) 1.5mins, 4.30pm-Mini/youth Team: Lucky Stars (6-12yrs) 30mins, 5pm-Gr ¾ Modern Dance (8yrs+) 1Hr, 6pm-Snr Modern Dance (2hrs), 7pm -Zumba (45mins). Contact details Elevationdance@gmail.com phone 085 108 0608. Saturdays: 9am Technique Team & Squad. We offer graded examinations, performances and workshops in a safe and encouraging environment with fully qualified teachers. Email elevationdance@gmail.com to register for classes or text 0868256775.Website at www.elevationschoolofperformingarts.com . Water Quality in Our Upland Streams-A Citizen Science Presentation Laragh/Glendalough citizen scientists have been gathering and recording data on water quality of our upland streams since 2022. The citizen science group, which is part of Laragh/Glendalough Tidy Towns, will present their findings at a public event in Laragh on the 19th September. All are welcome to come along to learn and hear more about these small but vitally important upland streams. Presentation will be held at the Laragh Mountain Rescue Base on Thursday the 19th September at 7.30pm. Laragh/Glendalough Tidy Towns Citizen Science group would like to thank LAWPRO for their ongoing support and cooperation which is very much appreciated. Pilates Classes in Laragh Pilates strengthens core muscles, improves muscle control, flexibility, strength and tone, as well as alignment and breathing. Zara Elkinson has trained and qualified through the STOTT Pilates Method of Movement. This method combines modern theories of exercise science with spinal rehabilitation, which gives a safe and effective exercise that sees results and is accessible to all. Offering STOTT Pilates Matwork Classes based in Co.Wicklow. Both group and private classes available, Beginners and Improvers welcome! Like on Facebook @PilatesWithZara. Contact Zara on 0879367474. Classes are on Mon eve at 7pm. AA Meetings(Ongoing) Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night. Brockagh Digital Hub We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod with High Speed Broadband Connection. Our shared working space is located in the the heart of county Wicklow with panoramic views of the stunning Glendalough Valley. Free parking, free tea/coffee facilities and lift access. To avail of the discounted rates you must pre-book your desk through brockaghhub@gmail.com only. Daily Rate €15, half day rate €10, weekly rate €60, monthly rate available. We also have a special student rate of €10 day rate or half day rate €5. Register now as a Member on our connectedhubs.ie site.. We are waiting to see if they are renewing the voucher scheme. All bookings to be made through either connectedhubs.ie or for discounts email brockaghhub@gmail.com . Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie .

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week Beg 9th Sept Yoga with Louise Vinyasa Krama Yoga (step-by-step). Classes are from 10am to 11.20 in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. The practice will provide gentle stretching, improved strength and flexibility, as well as help students to find balance and calm in everyday life. Louise takes students through Asana, Pranayama and Meditation for a full Yoga practice. Contact Louise to book or for any queries: 087 603 2202, louise@louiseyoga.ie , www.louiseyoga.ie . Chair Yoga Classes are from 11.30am to 12.30 in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. 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. Louise's classes include physical poses (asana), breathing practices (pranayama) and relaxation and meditation. There is some standing work which is optional and done next to the chair. Contact Louise to book or for any queries: 087 603 2202, louise@louiseyoga.ie , www.louiseyoga.ie . Mobile Library A mobile comes to Laragh every second Thursday from 12.15 to 12.50pm and parks at the back of Lynhams Hotel. Phone on 087 9135229 or email library@wicklowcoco.ie . For people who have difficulty accessing their nearest public library, the Mobile Library Service gives them the opportunity to avail of a public library facility. The mobile library carries approximately 2,500 items with free access to many online resources including downloadable audio books, newspapers and more. THE NEXT DATES ARE Sept 12th and 26th. Spinc Walking Trail Project SPINC TRAIL WORKS START ON MONDAY SEPT 9th . Upgrade works on the Spinc will be starting on Monday 9th September. This weekend is your last chance to access the Spinc and to walk on the old boardwalk. This is a BIG project. The upgrade work is expected to take three months – September, October and November. During this time, the Spinc will be CLOSED. Brockagh Country Market(carboot) Our next event is on Sunday, Sept 8th. Come shop indoor and outdoor with beautiful handmade crafts and plenty of bargains and from gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, skincare products, candles, art, tools, household items etc. You might be a keen bargain hunter or enjoy browsing for affordable gifts. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Tea, coffee and food snacks are available. Our all new tasty Hot Dog and Burger stand went down a treat at the last market!! This month we have the full family menu Hot Dogs, Burgers and chips. The barrier will be locked from 6pm Saturday evening until 8am Sunday morning. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600 (Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm) or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com . All stallholders must pre book their space or no entry on the day. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie . The Glendalough Market(carboot) is once a month on the 2nd Sun(except Jan/Feb).  Waters of Life Public Meeting Waters of Life public meeting will take place at the Brockagh Resource Centre on Thursday 12th at 7.30pm. Update on water quality, plans to protect rivers, agri-environment scheme. More info at www.watersoflife.ie , infor@watersoflife.ie . Laragh Badminton Club Badminton in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh starts Monday 9th for adults 7.30-9.30pm. On Thursday 12th from 6-7pm registration of juniors and teenagers(no play). At 7.30pm registration for adult beginners. Badminton resumes for Juniors on Thursday 26th. Contact Phil Curley 0404 45175/087 2067607 Or Gosia Ward 087 063 8898. Small club fee for the year applies for participation. All are welcome. Roundwood Scout Group are looking for help! We have newly reformed after Covid and we are appealing to the local community of Laragh and Roundwood for help. We have a small steel storage container with all our equipment in it. Currently it is in Arklow, but it would be fantastic if someone locally has a space for us to put it instead. We have no dedicated den yet and as we are a volunteer group; this would help us so much. If this is something you could help us with, please contact Aoife on 087-9773622.  Thank you. An Evening with Vivienne Cardin The Brockagh Resource Centre in Association with the well known Internationally Recognized Psychic Medium Vivienne Cardin presents a night of Clairvoyance, Mediumship, and Angelic Connection in our Mountain View Room on Sat 14th of September at 7pm. There will be an intermission where you can purchase burgers/hotdogs and beverages. All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to local community groups: Laragh & Glendalough Tidy Towns, Laragh Christmas Lights, Laragh Active Retired & Tiny Feet Montessori. Contact us at 0404 45600 or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com to buy your ticket for ONLY €15. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie/post/about-vivienne-cardin Fitness Class Coming to the Brockagh-Starting Sept 11th Exciting new low impact fitness class coming to the Brockagh Resource Centre in Laragh. Affordable classes, great value, music that makes exercise more enjoyable, friendly vibe in a sociable atmosphere. Starting Wednesday September 11th in our Mountain View room from 10.30-11.30am. Contact Fiona 089 466 8250 to register your place. FIRST INTRODUCTORY CLASS FREE! Brockagh Digital Hub  We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod with High Speed Broadband Connection. Our shared working space is located in the the heart of county Wicklow with panoramic views of the stunning Glendalough Valley. Free parking, free tea/coffee facilities and lift access. To avail of the discounted rates you must pre-book your desk through brockaghhub@gmail.com only. Daily Rate €15, half day rate €10, weekly rate €60, monthly rate available. We also have a special student rate of €10 day rate or half day rate €5. Register now as a Member on our connectedhubs.ie site.. We are waiting to see if they are renewing the voucher scheme. All bookings to be made through either connectedhubs.ie or for discounts email brockaghhub@gmail.com . Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie .

Community Notice As part of the Glendalough & Wicklow Mountains National Park Visitor Experience & Management Masterplan (VEMMP) Fáilte Ireland has issued two tenders to progress two of the priority projects within the Masterplan. Full information can be found on the masterplan here: https://www.failteireland.ie/Regional-experience-brands/Ireland- s-Ancient-East/Ireland-s-Ancient-East-experience- development/glendaloughmasterplan.aspx 1. All Ability Trail Fáilte Ireland issued a tender in August 2024 for a design led-multi disciplinary team to develop an All Ability Trail to planning stage. An All Ability trail was identified as a Phase 1 priority project in the VEMMP which, was launched in December 2023. This trail will connect Laragh in County Wicklow to the Monastic Site and the Visitor Centre at Glendalough and beyond, passing the Lower Lake to the Upper Lake and connecting to the Miner’s Road, which are all part of the Wicklow Mountains National Park. This trail will offer universal accessibility within the Valley, which currently is not possible. The tender will require the team to undertake a route identification exercise for the new trail including landowner consultation, environmental and flood risk assessment, archaeological and built heritage assessment and a technical assessment and design of the preferred route. This will then be developed into a planning application, to be made to An Bord Pleánala. Project Management Services for the Implementation of Phase 1 Projects of the Masterplan Fáilte Ireland issued a tender in August 2024 for a project management services team to provide project management services for the implementation of phase 1 of the VEMMP. The tender requirements will include: Project oversight of all priority projects identified in Phase 1 Ensuring consistency across all projects Ensuring there is consistency and continuation in public consultations and updates Development and coordination of a long-term communications approach Work towards aligning and packaging projects for future potential funding streams, such as RRDF. Brockagh Country Market(carboot) Our next event is on Sunday, Sept 8th. Come shop indoor and outdoor with beautiful handmade crafts and plenty of bargains and from gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, skincare products, candles, art, tools, household items etc. You might be a keen bargain hunter or enjoy browsing for affordable gifts. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Tea, coffee and food snacks are available. Our all new tasty Hot Dog and Burger stand went down a treat at the last market!! This month we have the full family menu Hot Dogs, Burgers and chips!!!! The barrier will be locked from 6pm Saturday evening until 8am Sunday morning. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600 (Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm) or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com . All stallholders must pre book their space or no entry on the day. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie . The Glendalough Market(carboot) is once a month on the 2nd Sun(except Jan/Feb).  Waters of Life Public Meeting Waters of Life public meeting will take place at the Brockagh Resource Centre on Thursday 12th at 7.30pm. Update on water quality, plans to protect rivers, agri-environment scheme. More info at www.watersoflife.ie , infor@watersoflife.ie . Taekwon-Do at Laragh(Back 10th September) Laragh Taekwon-Do is running the fantastic ITF Kids Development Program for the 4s to 8s, it covers topics such as physical skills, mind skills, independence skills, nutrition awareness and of course Taekwon-Do Skills. The program also has three extra modules namely Danger Awareness,  Stranger Awareness and Bullying Awareness. We also run the full International Taekwon-Do Federation syllabus including pattern, sparring, power and special technique for our 10s upward and teenagers. To avail of a complimentary class and experience our programs, just contact Master Wheatley on 087-2547347 for further information. Classes are on Tuesday evenings in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. Laragh Badminton Club  Badminton in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh starts Monday 9th for adults 7.30-9.30pm. On Thursday 12th from 6-7pm registration of juniors and teenagers(no play). At 7.30pm registration for adult beginners. Badminton resumes for Juniors on Thursday 26th. Contact Phil Curley 0404 45175/087 2067607 Or Gosia Ward 087 063 8898. Small club fee for the year applies for participation. All are welcome. Bright Stars Baby & Toddler Group(Back Sept 11th) Why not come along to our baby and toddler group on Wednesday mornings at 10.30am. Our activities will include ‘messy play’, story and song, games (guest speakers), snacks, tidy-up and new equipment which will allow both you as the parent/carer and your child to meet friends, explore new things and learn. For some parents, grandparents and carers, the weekly catch-up and opportunity for children to play and make new friends is enough. For others, the support makes them that bit more confident in their parenting role. Cost €5.50 per family. Call us on 0404 45600 if you have any questions about the group. Laragh & Glendalough Active Retirement Group(Back 17th Sept) The active retirement group meets every Tuesday morning from 10.45am – 12.15pm in the Brockagh Centre. If anyone would like to offer their services or share their skills with the group please contact us by calling Denise on 0404 45600, email brockaghoffice@gmail.com or drop in to the centre. Roundwood Scout Group are looking for help! We have newly reformed after Covid and we are appealing to the local community of Laragh and Roundwood for help. We have a small steel storage container with all our equipment in it. Currently it is in Arklow, but it would be fantastic if someone locally has a space for us to put it instead. We have no dedicated den yet and as we are a volunteer group; this would help us so much. If this is something you could help us with, please contact Aoife on 087-9773622.  Thank you. An Evening with Vivienne Cardin The Brockagh Resource Centre in Association with the well known Internationally Recognized Psychic Medium Vivienne Cardin presents a night of Clairvoyance, Mediumship, and Angelic Connection in our Mountain View Room on Sat 14th of September at 7pm. There will be an intermission where you can purchase burgers/hotdogs and beverages. All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to local community groups: Laragh & Glendalough Tidy Towns, Laragh Christmas Lights, Laragh Active Retired & Tiny Feet Montessori. Contact us at 0404 45600 or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com to buy your ticket for ONLY €15. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie/post/about-vivienne-cardin Fitness Class Coming to the Brockagh-Starting Sept 11th Exciting new low impact fitness class coming to the Brockagh Resource Centre in Laragh. Affordable classes, great value, music that makes exercise more enjoyable, friendly vibe in a sociable atmosphere. Starting Wednesday September 11th in our Mountain View room from 10.30-11.30am. Contact Fiona 089 466 8250 to register your place. FIRST INTRODUCTORY CLASS FREE! Brockagh Digital Hub  We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod with High Speed Broadband Connection. Our shared working space is located in the the heart of county Wicklow with panoramic views of the stunning Glendalough Valley. Free parking, free tea/coffee facilities and lift access. To avail of the discounted rates you must pre-book your desk through brockaghhub@gmail.com only. Daily Rate €15, half day rate €10, weekly rate €60, monthly rate available. We also have a special student rate of €10 day rate or half day rate €5. Register now as a Member on our connectedhubs.ie site.. We are waiting to see if they are renewing the voucher scheme. All bookings to be made through either connectedhubs.ie or for discounts email brockaghhub@gmail.com . Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie .

A Workshop in Self-Care &Self-Compassion

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 the Glendalough area for approximately one hour. No need to book, just show up on the day. Brockagh Country Market(carboot) Our next event is on Sunday, Sept 8th. Come shop indoor and outdoor with beautiful handmade crafts and plenty of bargains and from gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, skincare products, candles, art, tools, household items etc. You might be a keen bargain hunter or enjoy browsing for affordable gifts. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Tea, coffee and food snacks are available. Our all new tasty Hot Dog and Burger stand went down a treat at the last market!! This month we have the full family menu Hot Dogs, Burgers and chips. The barrier will be locked from 6pm Saturday evening until 8am Sunday morning. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600 (Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm) or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com . All stallholders must pre book their space or no entry on the day. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie . The Glendalough Market(carboot) is once a month on the 2nd Sun(except Jan/Feb).  ADVANCE NOTICE: MAJOR WORKS ON THE SPINC TRAILS The iconic Spinc boardwalk has served us well for many years. However, it is old and worn and now needs replacing. We are planning to upgrade it to a new, durable mountain path. This is a BIG project. The upgrade work is expected to take three months – September, October and November. During this time, the Spinc will be CLOSED. We know that 140,000 people walk the Spinc each year. We appreciate that this closure will affect many walkers. The following trails will be affected. Spinc Short-cut (BLUE arrows). This trail will be CLOSED. Spinc and Glenealo Valley (WHITE arrows). DETOUR, will add 1.2km to the walk. Spinc and Wicklow Way (RED arrows). DETOUR, will add 1.2km to the walk. Please bear with us during upgrade works. For the safety of everyone, please obey the detour and trail closed signs. We apologise for the inconvenience, but we believe that you will love the new Spinc trail when it is completed. Thank you for your patience. An Evening with Vivienne Cardin (In Aid of Scoil Chaoimhín Naofa) The Brockagh Resource Centre in Association with the well known Internationally Recognized Psychic Medium Vivienne Cardin presents a night of Clairvoyance, Mediumship, and Angelic Connection in our Mountain View Room on Sat 14th of September at 7pm. There will be an intermission where you can purchase burgers/hotdogs and beverages. All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to Scoil Chaoimhín Naofa school in Laragh. To support our local school contact us at 0404 45600 or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com to buy your ticket for €15. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie/post/about-vivienne-cardin Fitness Class Coming to the Brockagh-Starting Sept 11th Exciting new low impact fitness class coming to the Brockagh Resource Centre in Laragh. Affordable classes, great value, music that makes exercise more enjoyable, friendly vibe in a sociable atmosphere. Starting Wednesday September 11th in our Mountain View room from 10.30-11.30am. Contact Fiona 089 466 8250 to register your place. FIRST INTRODUCTORY CLASS FREE! Welcome Dr Aman Kwatra to the Brockagh Resource Centre Please find details below: Brockagh Digital Hub  We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod with High Speed Broadband Connection. Our shared working space is located in the the heart of county Wicklow with panoramic views of the stunning Glendalough Valley. Free parking, free tea/coffee facilities and lift access. To avail of the discounted rates you must pre-book your desk through brockaghhub@gmail.com only. Daily Rate €15, half day rate €10, weekly rate €60, monthly rate available. We also have a special student rate of €10 day rate or half day rate €5. Register now as a Member on our connectedhubs.ie site.. We are waiting to see if they are renewing the voucher scheme. All bookings to be made through either connectedhubs.ie or for discounts email brockaghhub@gmail.com . Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie .

Free Electrical Recycling Day Get rid of your electrical recycling on Saturday 31st of August, 10am to 4pm at McGrels Primary Care Centre, Blessington, Co. Wicklow. W91 F5X4. Hosted by Weee Ireland https://www.weeeireland.ie/household-recycling/ Laragh Badminton Club - Starting Back Sept 9th Badminton classes are in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh with  Monday evenings : Adults 7.30-9.30pm. Thursdays Evenings:  Juniors 4th class beginners 6-7pm, 5-6th class & 1st year secondary school 7-8pm, Teenagers 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th year Secondary School Classes 8-9pm. Contact Phil Curley 0404 45175/087 2067607 Or Gosia Ward 087 063 8898. Small club fee for the year applies for participation. All are welcome. Contact the club for return dates in September. The Cave, The Blackbird & The Monster A Journey with the Christian Contemplative, Saint Kevin. AT GLENDALOUGH. Friday 20th September 2024 10.30am-4pm At the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh House, Ballard, Glendalough, Co. Wicklow, Ireland A98D3H1. Imagine going deeper on a journey with the 6th century Saint Kevin... Just a few minutes from the stunning Monastic Site of Glendalough, Ireland, is the Brockagh Resource Centre (close to Glendalough Hermitages / St Kevin's Church) and it’s here that the day retreat will take place. We will use presentation, music, stillness, discussion, to explore the compelling spirituality of this famous hermit including the profound image of Saint Kevin’s Cave, which offers us rich ground for considering contemplative silence and why our hearts often yearn for stillness. The unforgettable story of Saint Kevin and the Blackbird will be presented through storytelling and we’ll explore questions such as: How does this story show the relationship between prayer and creation and prayer and spiritual birth? Space for inner soul work will be offered; the startling symbol of the monster of the lough can be an aid to looking at our own shadow sides and how we can bring these gently to light as well as noticing the hidden treasures we may carry. The day will end (weather permitting) with prayer in the sacred place of Glendalough itself, at St Kevin’s well.For bookings, contact retreat leader Donna Worthington: drworthington@live.co.uk https://www.christianretreats.live/retreats-in-ireland All Paths Lead to Glendalough - A Celebration of Saint Kevin's Way Sunday 25 August, 1:30pm - 5:30pm Meet: Glendalough Visitor Centre, A98 HC80 To celebrate National Heritage Week, the National Park is joining forces with the OPW, Glendalough Heritage Forum and The St Kevin’s Way Committee. Join us to walk a section of St Kevin’s Way with talks by experts along the route focusing on the archaeology, ecology and mining history to be found on this ancient path. Participants will be brought by bus from Glendalough Visitor Centre to Turlough Hill and begin the walk from there into the Glendasan and Glendalough Valley. The walk will conclude with a visit to OPW’s Glendalough Visitor Centre. Please note that this walk is strenuous and on uneven terrain. Walking boots, raingear and water are essential. The duration of this event is 3.5 to 4 hours. The bus will leave Glendalough Visitor Centre at 1.30 pm, complimenting the 181 and 183 public transport connections. Please be aware that there is a €4/5 parking fee in Glendalough and that parking can be a challenge. No dogs allowed. Booking is Essential. To book, email glendaloughbookings. For further Information, please ring the Glendalough Visitor Centre 0404 45325. An Evening with Vivienne Cardin The Brockagh Resource Centre in Association with the well known Internationally Recognized Psychic Medium Vivienne Cardin presents a night of Clairvoyance, Mediumship, and Angelic Connection in our Mountain View Room on Sat 14th of September at 7pm. There will be an intermission where you can purchase burgers/hotdogs and beverages. All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to Scoil Chaoimhín Naofa school in Laragh. To support our local school contact us at 0404 45600 or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com  to buy your ticket for €15. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie/post/about-vivienne-cardin Elevation School of Performing Arts-Monday 9th Sept Classes available at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh on  Mondays 4.15 Acro Squad, 5pm Arco L2, 6.30pm Adv Tumbling/Squad Dance. On Wednesdays 2.45pm Tiny Acro/Dance/Mini Acro, 3.30pm Youth Cheer/Dance, 4.30pm Cheer Team: Lucky Stars, 5pm Gr ¾ Mod, 6pm Snr Mod (2hrs), 7pm Zumba(45mins). Saturdays are 9am Technique Team & Squad. We offer graded examinations, performances and workshops in a safe and encouraging environment with fully qualified teachers. Email elevationdance@gmail.com  to register for classes or text 0868256775.Website at www.elevationschoolofperformingarts.com . Exciting new low impact fitness class coming to the Brockagh Resource Centre in Laragh. Affordable classes, great value, music that makes exercise more enjoyable, friendly vibe in a sociable atmosphere. Starting Wednesday September 11th in our Mountain View room from 10.30-11.30am. Contact Fiona 089 466 8250. Brockagh Digital Hub  We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod with High Speed Broadband Connection. Our shared working space is located in the the heart of county Wicklow with panoramic views of the stunning Glendalough Valley. Free parking, free tea/coffee facilities and lift access. To avail of the discounted rates you must pre-book your desk through brockaghhub@gmail.com only. Daily Rate €15, half day rate €10, weekly rate €60, monthly rate available. We also have a special student rate of €10 day rate or half day rate €5. Register now as a Member on our   connectedhubs.ie  site.. We are waiting to see if they are renewing the voucher scheme. All bookings to be made through either   connectedhubs.ie  or for discounts email brockaghhub@gmail.com . Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm.   www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie .

Mobile Library A mobile comes to Laragh every second Thursday from 12.15 to 12.50pm and parks at the back of Lynhams Hotel. Phone on 087 9135229 or email library@wicklowcoco.ie .  For people who have difficulty accessing their nearest public library, the Mobile Library Service gives them the opportunity to avail of a public library facility. The mobile library carries approximately 2,500 items with free access to many online resources including downloadable audio books, newspapers and more.   NEXT DATES ARE 15TH AND 29TH AUGUST. Medieval Pilgrimage To Glendalough A lecture on the archaeological discoveries along St Kevin's Pilgrim Road in the Wicklow Mountains by Professor Aidan O'Sullivan, School of Archaeology UCD.Glen of Imaal Mountain Rescue Base, Trooperstown Wood, Laragh, Co. Wicklow A98 VY72. On the  22nd August, 7:30pm - 9pm. No booking required but arrive early to get a seat! Further Information at Wicklow Mountains National Park 0404 45425 wickloweducationcentre@npws.gov.ie . Family Bug Safari Meet at the Upper Lake(Parking fee €5). This event is free of charge from the Wicklow National Park Summer programme of events. From 11am to 12pm. Booking Essential call 0404 45425. Exciting News! We are thrilled to be hosting our award winning science club program in the beautiful Glendalough, Co. Wicklow from September 2024! Saturday Science Club from 10am -11:30am on at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh, Glendalough, starting Sept 7th. Non newtonian fluids, cross linking polymerisation: stretchy slime, light the lightsaber with our plasma ball, conductors & insulators, optical illusions: how the eye tricks the brain, rocket launchers, junior astronaut training, GIANT smoke cannons, vortices & tornado in a bottle, forensic science: crime scene investigation Information & bookings at: https://junioreinsteinsscienceclub.com/.../glendalough.../ An Evening with Vivienne Cardin The Brockagh Resource Centre in Association with the well known Internationally Recognized Psychic Medium Vivienne Cardin presents a night of Clairvoyance, Mediumship, and Angelic Connection in our Mountain View Room on Sat 14th of September at 7pm. There will be an intermission where you can purchase burgers/hotdogs and beverages. All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to Scoil Chaoimhín Naofa school in Laragh. To support our local school contact us at 0404 45600 or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com  to buy your ticket for €15. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie/post/about-vivienne-cardin New Dementia Cafe  Coming soon to the Brockagh Resource Centre once monthly. Free of Charge. A dementia cafe is a welcoming, once monthly meeting for anyone who is affected by dementia. People living with dementia, their families and friends, healthcare professionals, and people who are interested in supporting a dementia inclusive community, are all welcome to attend. Dementia cafes are run by local voluntary steering committees, and are always free of charge. For more info contact: brockaghoffice@gmail.com 0404 45600 Find out more at  https://dementiacafe.ie/  or https://www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie/post/dementia-cafe-coming-soon . Fitness Class Coming to the Brockagh Exciting new low impact fitness class coming to the Brockagh Resource Centre in Laragh. Affordable classes, great value, music that makes exercise more enjoyable, friendly vibe in a sociable atmosphere. Starting Wednesday September 11th in our Mountain View room from 10.30-11.30am. Contact Fiona 089 466 8250. Laragh Badminton Club  Badminton classes are in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh with  Monday evenings : Adults 7.30-9.30pm. Thursdays Evenings:  Juniors 4th class beginners 6-7pm, 5-6th class & 1st year secondary school 7-8pm, Teenagers 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th year Secondary School Classes 8-9pm. Contact Phil Curley 0404 45175/087 2067607 Or Gosia Ward 087 063 8898. Small club fee for the year applies for participation. All are welcome. Contact the club for return dates in September. Brockagh Digital Hub  We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod with High Speed Broadband Connection. Our shared working space is located in the the heart of county Wicklow with panoramic views of the stunning Glendalough Valley. Free parking, free tea/coffee facilities and lift access. To avail of the discounted rates you must pre-book your desk through brockaghhub@gmail.com only. Daily Rate €15, half day rate €10, weekly rate €60, monthly rate available. We also have a special student rate of €10 day rate or half day rate €5. Register now as a Member on our   connectedhubs.ie  site.. We are waiting to see if they are renewing the voucher scheme. All bookings to be made through either   connectedhubs.ie  or for discounts email brockaghhub@gmail.com . Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm.   www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie .