Scrap Collection Donate your scrap at the Brockagh Resource Centre from the 27th - 31st Oct. Some of the items you can bring are biscuit tins, steel oil tanks, steel window frames, steel coal bunkers, car batteries, radiators, solid fuel cookers, sheep wire, bicycles, old cars without the tyres, steel wheelbarrows, golf irons, etc. STRICTLY No fridges, freezers, cookers, timber, plastics or tyres! Please do not remove scrap or metal from the premises. CAMERA IN OPERATION! You can contact the Brockagh Resource Centre by phone on 0404 45600 ( Mon-Fri 9am-5pm), email us at brockaghoffice@gmail.com, www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie. Footfalls Walking Festival Glendalough 2023 Register online at www.walkinghikingireland.com/wicklow-walking-festival/ event is on the October Bank Holiday weekend from Friday 27th October to Mon 30th October2023. Elevation School of Performing Arts Returning on 11th 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. Christmas Tea Dance Our annual Christmas Tea Dance will take place on Sunday 19th November in the Brockagh Resource Centre from 3pm to 6pm. Music by the Wicklow Man. All groups must book in. Admission €10. Contact Denise on 0404 45600 or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com to book for groups. Zumba Class Come and join the Zumba class in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh each Wednesday from 7pm to 7.45pm. Contact details are 086- 825- 6775, elevationdance@gmail.com. AA Meetings (Ongoing) Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night. Christmas Market Traders Our very popular and successful Christmas Market is back on Sunday 3rd Dec 2023 from 10am to 3pm. As always, there will be a great selection of gifts, crafts, baking, jewellery, art, and beauty products etc.. Making your Christmas shopping experience a pleasure. Traders are now welcome to contact Michelle at brockaghoffice@gmail.com to get a booking form or for more information phone 0404 45600, www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie. 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. Brockagh Digital Hub We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod and Meeting rooms available 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 €199. 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. Next dates are Thurs 19th Oct and Nov 2nd. 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. Laragh Christmas Tree Lights Fundraiser Save the date and come join us to raise funds for our annual Christmas Tree Lights Event 2023 at our Table Quiz in Lynhams of Laragh at 8.30pm. 100TH BIRTHDAY Adolf Bader of Annamoe celebrated his 100th birthday on September 4th and he would like to thank everyone for the many good wishes, cards and gifts he received to celebrate his day. Fighting For Blindness Oct 21st The 15km long course has 550+m of gain/loss. TrailShoes are Strongly Advised. This route has an 11am start. The 8.5km short course (jog/walk option) has 270m of gain/loss mainly on forestry tracks. This route has an 11.30am start. Race sign-on is from 9am at Brockagh Centre in Laragh. Sign-on closes 30 mins before race start (Long Race starts 11:00 & Short Race starts 11:30).Registration and further details are here: https://glendaloughtrail.ie/ 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. Christmas Market Traders Our very popular and successful Christmas Market is back on Sunday 3rd Dec 2023 from 10am to 3pm. As always, there will be a great selection of gifts, crafts, baking, jewellery, art, and beauty products etc.. Making your Christmas shopping experience a pleasure. Traders are now welcome to contact Michelle at brockaghoffice@gmail.com to get a booking form or for more information phone 0404 45600, www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie. 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. Laragh and Glendalough Tidy Towns Our community clean up/planting day will be taking place on the first Saturday of each month from 10-11am. As usual, meet opposite Lynhams on the green. Young people are welcome to take part(with their guardians). SuperValue Tidy Towns Competition results are in and we have gained 10 points from last year’s result. Well done to all our volunteers who have generously given their time throughout the year. Laragh and Glendalough do appreciate your efforts greatly! Brockagh Digital Hub We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod and Meeting rooms available 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 €199. 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.

Public Meeting Public Meeting about the lack of school bus service to Wicklow on some routes will take place on the 5th of October at 8pm in Moneystown Community Hall. Please share the date and time with anyone who may be affected. It's the Wicklow route this year but it may be other routes next year. Please lend your support if you can. Brockagh Market & Car Boot Oct 8th Our next event is on Sunday, Oct 8th. Indoor and outdoor stalls with a variety of items for sale with plenty of bargains from gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, aloe vera products, artwork, tools, household items etc. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Tea, coffee and food snacks are available. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600 (Wed-Fri 9am to 2pm) or email carbootbrockagh@gmail.com. All stallholders must pre book their space or no entry on the day. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie. The Brockagh Market & Car Boot is once a month on the 2nd Sun(except Jan/Feb). Christmas Market Traders Our very popular and successful Christmas Market is back on Sunday 3rd Dec 2023 from 10am to 3pm. As always, there will be a great selection of gifts, crafts, baking, jewellery, art, and beauty products etc.. Making your Christmas shopping experience a pleasure. Traders are now welcome to contact Michelle at brockaghoffice@gmail.com to get a booking form or for more information phone 0404 45600, www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie. Bright Stars Baby & Toddler Group Each week this group will provide a welcoming and lively space for parents and children to gather and grow. 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. Every Wednesday morning at 10.30am. Cost €4.50 per family. Call us on 0404 45600 if you have any questions about the group. Active Retirement Laragh The active retirement group meets every Tuesday morning from 10.45am – 12.15pm in the Brockagh Centre. So if you fancy a chat, a cuppa and some light exercise, dancing and music come along on Tuesdays. We always welcome new members to join our group. We would like to encourage anyone who loves arts & crafts to share your skills with other members, come along and join us. 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. Brockagh Digital Hub We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod and Meeting rooms available 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 €199. 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 Christmas Lights We know a lot of people are making plans so we just wanted to let people know that we are turning the Christmas Lights on December 2nd at 6pm in the village with Santa leading the parade again this year! Laragh Badminton Club AGM Laragh Badminton Club AGM is on 2nd October 2023 in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 7.30pm. All club members and parents are welcome. Brockagh Market & Car Boot Oct 8th Our next event is on Sunday, Oct 8th. Indoor and outdoor stalls with a variety of items for sale with plenty of bargains from gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, aloe vera products, artwork, tools, household items etc. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Tea, coffee and food snacks are available. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600 (Wed-Fri 9am to 2pm) or email carbootbrockagh@gmail.com. All stallholders must pre book their space or no entry on the day. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie. The Brockagh Market & Car Boot is once a month on the 2nd Sun(except Jan/Feb). Christmas Tea Dance Our annual Christmas Tea Dance will take place on Sunday 19th November in the Brockagh Resource Centre from 3pm to 6pm. Music by the Wicklow Man. All groups must book in. Admission €10. Contact Denise on 0404 45600 or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com to book for groups. Floral Pumpkin Arrangement Workshop About the event Create a perfect Halloween ambience with the Floral Pumpkin Arrangement Workshop in the Brockagh Resource Centre on Sat 28th Oct! Guided by an expert florist, you will learn how to create a beautiful table centrepiece using fresh pumpkin and autumnal blooms. Starting with a pumpkin as the base, you will be able to let your creativity bloom with fresh autumn flowers and foliage. After 1.5 hours take home your handcrafted Pumpkin Table Arrangement, the perfect addition to your Halloween festivities. Our experienced florist, Kamila will provide personalised guidance, regardless of your skill level. The creative experience will be accompanied by herbal tea and sweet treats. The workshop is an excellent alternative for Halloween party activity and it's suitable for a whole family. What's included: • peaceful and private space to relax and enjoy creative space • small pumpkin • selection of fresh flowers • seasonal botanical greenery and berries • floral foam • floral accessories • herbal tea with vegan, homemade treats (pumpkin pie or similar). The workshop can last up to 1.5 hrs (depending on the group dynamics). Workshop is suitable for all ages and abilities! You can book via www.naturetogo.ie with two workshops to choose from that morning: one from 10am to 11.30am or 12pm to 1.30pm. Forever Young Yoga with Hildi Do stiffness in your joints and want to move with ease and joy? Are you a bit stressed preparing for ‘normal life’ this autumn? How is your energy? Do you jump out of bed ready to enjoy what the day brings or do you drag yourself into the new day? Hildi can help ease your body & mind with expertly taught yoga. She’s highly qualified with decades of experience. Join her on Thursdays at 7.30pm for yoga (all abilities welcome). Many options to choose from. Booking is essential. WhatsApp 087 253 6475. Email info@yogatree.ie. 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. Wicklow Mountains National Park Walkers and visitors to the National Park please be aware that the carpark at the Old Hero Mines, Glendasan on the Wicklow Gap Road https://goo.gl/maps/mrCBkDwwH14Jvnxy6 will be closed from 2nd of October for up to 8 weeks to facilitate essential works. This area is a start/finish point for the Miner’s Way, and also a popular access point for exploring the Glendasan Valley, the St Kevins Way, Luganure mines and Camaderry Mountain. During the works access to these via the Old Hero Mines car park will not be possible. Please note that the nearest alternative parking is Glendalough or the Wicklow Gap car parks, and that St Kevin’s Way links both of these areas to the Old Hero site. Visitors are requested to observe all safety signage on site. Brockagh Digital Hub We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod and Meeting rooms available 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 €199. 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.

Rathdrum Library Present From The Shoulders Down Well known Blessington writer/actor will present ‘From the Shoulders Down - The life and times of an Irish builder’s labourer’, one of his most popular shows on Culture Night. Cleverly scripted and performed by Richard, the show has previously been staged all over Ireland, parts of England and as far away as Canada, at the London Fringe Festival Ontario and North Quebec, winning rave reviews at many venues. “Lynch not only wins his audience, he owns them”, “Drama with laughter a plenty, pathos, substance and heart” – Leinster Leader. “Must be seen by a wider audience”, “One of the most recognizable characters you could meet” – Tuam Herald. P.J. Mulpeter, now sixty-five years of age, hails from somewhere in the midlands. He begins his final working day as a builder’s labourer, having ‘soldiered’ for fifty years under the same construction firm – ‘Murray & Sons Construction – working under three different generations of the same family. In a reflective mood he casts a backward glance at the highs and lows of his ‘career’ on the pick and shovel. We meet him in the school classroom, his first flush of youth, digging foundations, mixing concrete, at the Marquee Dances, in the pub and the characters from building sites who shaped the pattern of his early life. More notably ‘The Hat Reilly’, a plasterer supreme, and the upstart who wouldn’t be fit to wash the trowel after him, his boss ‘Oul Murray’, his close associate ‘Larry the Lick’ himself, and the girl of his dreams, who stole his heart while they danced to Eileen Reid & the Cadets. Here you will meet a character who makes immediate impact with an audience. To say more would reveal too much and spoil the mystique - Don’t miss it! Booking Phone Number: 040443232 Booking Email Address: rathdrumlib@wicklowcoco.ie Elevation School of Performing Arts Returning on 11th Sept. Classes available at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh on Mondays 4.30 Jnr, 5pm Arco & Aerial, 6.30pm Inter/Snr Squad. On Wednesdays 2.45pm Tiny Tumblers (3-5yrs), 3.30pm Mini Dance & Cheer(6yrs+), 4.30pm Gr ¾ Mod, 5.30pm Snr Mod (2hrs), 7pm Zumba(45mins). Saturdays are 9am Technique Team & Squad, 10am Dance Team (entry by audition). 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. 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. Yoga with Sally Relax and unwind with Sally each Tuesday evening from 7.30 to 9pm in the Mountain View Room at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. Bhakti Yoga, it’s all about devotion, devotion to self - selfcare, resting and relieving any built up stress in the body with some lovely guided meditation at the end. Everyone’s welcome, all ages and abilities. Please bring with you a mat, blanket and water. Contact Sally on 086 233 2937 or email nolansally1460@gmail.com. Adult Zumba Classes On Wednesdays in the Brockagh Resource Centre Laragh with Kate from 7pm to 7.45 p.m. So get fit in a new, fun way. Call Olivia on 086 3395873. ELEVATION DANCE Laragh Christmas Lights We know a lot of people are making plans so we just wanted to let people know that we are turning the Christmas Lights on December 2nd at 6pm in the village with Santa leading the parade again this year! Brockagh Digital Hub We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod and Meeting rooms available 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 €199. 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.

Bright Stars Baby & Toddler Group Starting back after a Summer break on Wednesday 13th Sept at 10.30am. Each week this group will provide a welcoming and lively space for parents and children to gather and grow. 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 €4.50 per family. Call us on 0404 45600 if you have any questions about the group. 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 Laragh dates are Fri 22nd Sept and 6th of October. Active Retirement Group Laragh & Glendalough Don’t forget we are back after a long Summer rest on Tuesday morning 19th Sept from 11am – 12pm in the Brockagh Centre. Contact Denise on 0404 45600, email brockaghoffice@gmail.com or just drop in, all are welcome! Yoga with Louise Vinyasa Krama Yoga (step-by-step). Classes are starting 14th Sept 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 starting 14th Sept 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. Laragh Badminton Club - Back week of 11th Sept 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. 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 and Meeting rooms available 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 €199. 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 Market & Car Boot-Sept 10th Our next event is on Sunday, Sept 10th. Indoor and outdoor stalls with a wide variety of items for sale and plenty of bargains from gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, aloe vera products, artwork, tools, household items etc. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Tea, coffee and food snacks are available. The barrier will be locked from 6pm Saturday evening until 8am Sunday morning. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600 (Wed-Fri 9am to 2pm) or email carbootbrockagh@gmail.com. All stallholders must pre book their space or no entry on the day. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie. The Brockagh Market & Car Boot is once a month on the 2nd Sun(except Jan/Feb). Story Night! Annamoe Rambling House/Story Night next Friday Sept. 8th upstairs in the Annamoe Centre at 8pm. Usual stories, songs, music etc. tea and biscuits/cakes. All are welcome, any queries to 086-8749092. Tae kwon-Do for Youths and Adults-Back Sept 12th 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 evenings (Seniors & Teens) in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. Tae kwon-Do for Children-Back Sept 12th 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 Tuesday evenings in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. Laragh GAA We had a fantastic time at the 25th anniversary of the David Cullen Cup last Saturday! We would like to say a massive thank you to everyone who came out in their droves! A huge thank you must go out to the juvenile committee who organised such a great day and to all the volunteers on the day for their hard work! To Gleann Uisean Catering for the great BBQ set up, it was a sell out! Congratulations to all raffle prize winners and a massive thank you to all the local businesses who donated prizes! The Wicklow Heather Restaurant, Lynham's Hotel Laragh, Glendalough Hotel, Smelly Nelly’s Scents, Avon Motors Main Hyundai Dealer. Thanks also to Sonia Labarbe for capturing the day through the lens! A special thanks must go out to all the children who put on a great display of skill in front of the community! Thanks to all the clubs who made the day so special! Clara LGFA Avondale Gaa Ballinacor Gfc An Tóchar GAA Club. Thanks to Hughie & Maura Cullen who presented the captain of the U15’s Clara Gaels team with the David Cullen Cup after a brilliant win over Avondale! Active Retirement-Back Sept 19th Our Active Retirement Group are returning Tuesday the 19th September after their summer break. They meet every Tuesday 10.45am – 12pm at the Brockagh Centre. So if you fancy a chat, a cuppa and some light exercise, dancing and music come along on a Tuesday morning. Our monthly lunches are back from the 10th October and then every 2nd Tuesday of the month afterwards. We’d like to encourage anyone who loves arts & crafts or any other hobby, maybe you’ve learned new skills and would like the space to practice and share your skills with other members, come along and join us. We always welcome new members to join our group. The committee will be busy planning activities, workshops and day trips on their return. Our annual Christmas Tea Dance will take place on Sunday 19th November. If anyone would like to offer their services or share their skills with the group please contact the centre. For more information call Denise on 0404 45600, email brockaghoffice@gmail.com or drop in to the centre. Brockagh Digital Hub We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod and Meeting rooms available 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 €199. 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.

Get into the festivities at our annual Christmas Market 2023 on Sunday, December 3rd, 10am to 3pm. You will find a great selection of crafts, gifts, cosmetics, art and more. The perfect event in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh to find that unique and special Christmas present. Shopping locally supporting our Wicklow traders. Contact Michelle on 040445600 or Email brockaghoffice@gmail.com for more information.

Brockagh Market & Car Boot-Sept 10th Our next event is on Sunday, Sept 10th. Indoor and outdoor stalls with a variety of items for sale with plenty of bargains from gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, aloe vera products, artwork, tools, household items etc. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Tea, coffee and food snacks are available. The barrier will be locked from 6pm Saturday evening until 8am Sunday morning. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600 (Wed-Fri 9am to 2pm) or email carbootbrockagh@gmail.com. All stallholders must pre book their space or no entry on the day. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie. The Brockagh Market & Car Boot is once a month on the 2nd Sun(except Jan/Feb). The 25th Anniversary of the David Cullen Cup Festival The annual David Cullen Cup Day takes place on Saturday 2nd of September from 1 o’clock onwards at the Laragh club grounds and we would like to invite the whole community down to see our juvenile stars display their skills on the day! There will be something for everyone on the day as food will be on offer from the BBQ followed by games for all the family! There will also be a monster raffle on the day with some fantastic prizes and all the proceeds will go towards the development of our new club house. We hope to see you all on the day! Clara Vale Summer Fair The Clara Vale Summer Fair has been rescheduled for Sunday the 3rd of September at 1.30pm. We hope to see you all there!We have lots of fun events lined up such as hidden treasure, raffle, novelty acts, tea party, lucky dip, bottle stand. For more information call 087 929 2605, 087 689 5033. Active Retirement Our Active Retirement Group are returning Tuesday the 19th September after their summer break. They meet every Tuesday 10.45am – 12pm at the Brockagh Centre. So if you fancy a chat, a cuppa and some light exercise, dancing and music come along on a Tuesday morning. Our monthly lunches are back from the 10th October and then every 2nd Tuesday of the month afterwards. We’d like to encourage anyone who loves arts & crafts or any other hobby, maybe you’ve learned new skills and would like the space to practice and share your skills with other members, come along and join us. We always welcome new members to join our group. The committee will be busy planning activities, workshops and day trips on their return. Our annual Christmas Tea Dance will take place on Sunday 19th November. If anyone would like to offer their services or share their skills with the group please contact the centre. For more information call Denise on 0404 45600, email brockaghoffice@gmail.com or drop in to the centre. Laragh GAA Lotto Reminder that our bi-weekly club lotto takes place Monday 28th August with a jackpot of €3,900! If you’re not in, you can’t win, get your tickets through a Laragh GAA Facebook page via their link to https://play.clubforce.com/! Thanks everyone and good luck. Forever Young Yoga with Hildi-Back Sept 14th Do stiffness in your joints and want to move with ease and joy? Are you a bit stressed preparing for ‘normal life’ this autumn? How is your energy? Do you jump out of bed ready to enjoy what the day brings or do you drag yourself into the new day? Hildi can help ease your body & mind with expertly taught yoga. She’s highly qualified with decades of experience. Join her on Thursdays at 7.30pm for yoga (all abilities welcome). Booking is essential. WhatsApp 087 253 6475. Email info@yogatree.ie. Bright Stars Baby & Toddler Group-Back Sept 13th Why not come along to our baby and toddler group on Wednesday mornings at 10.30am. Each week this group will provide a welcoming and lively space for parents and children to gather and grow. 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 €4.50 per family. Call us on 0404 45600 if you have any questions about the group. Yoga with Sally Relax and unwind with Sally each Tuesday evening here in the Mountain View Room at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. Contact Sally on 086 233 2937 to book. Classes are on Tues eve at 7.30 to 9pm. Brockagh Digital Hub We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod and Meeting rooms available 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 €199. 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.

AA Meetings (Ongoing) Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night. Wicklow Arts Office & Mermaid Arts Centre Present-Mermaid Tales Mermaid Arts Centre, with the support of Wicklow Arts Office, is delighted to bring an evening of storytelling and song to the beautiful setting of Lynham's of Laragh on Thursday 23rd of November at 8pm. Featuring Colum Sands, Eimear Burke and Jack Lynch. Draw close to the fire and join us. All welcome, no need to book. Brockagh Resource Centre Our barrier will be closed on Saturday 26th to the Centre car park for an event Sunday 27th. In line with good governance the accounts of the Glendalough District Development Association are open for viewing at Brockagh Resource Centre on request. Lecture for The Otter In Ireland & How To Be An Otter Spotter! by Ferdia Marnell Glen Of Imaal Mountain Rescue Base, Laragh, A98VY72. Thursday 24 August at 7.30pm. Free of charge. Parking available at the rescue base. Booking not required. For more information, phone 0404 45425. Adult Zumba Classes On Wednesdays in the Brockagh Resource Centre Laragh with Kate from 7pm to 7.45 p.m. So get fit in a new, fun way. Call Olivia on 086 3395873 for the return date in Sept. ELEVATION DANCE Tae kwon-Do for Youths and Adults-Back Sept 12th 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 evenings (Seniors & Teens) in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. Tae kwon-Do for Children - Back Sept 12th 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 Tuesday evenings in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. Laragh Badminton Club - Back 11th Sept 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. Brockagh Digital Hub We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod and Meeting rooms available 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 €199. 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.

Yoga with Louise Vinyasa Krama Yoga (step-by-step). Classes are starting 14th Sept from 10am to 11.20am 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 starting 14th Sept 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. Brockagh Resource Centre In line with good governance the accounts of the Glendalough District Development Association are open for viewing at Brockagh Resource Centre on request. Family Bug Safari Our bug safaris have always proven hugely popular with both adults and children. Get up close and personnel with beautiful butterflies, ferocious dragonflies, cute little ladybirds, and love ‘em or loath ‘em spiders! Friday 11th, 18th and 25th (for Heritage Week) August between 11am to 12pm at the Information Office, Upper Lake, Glendalough, A98R221. Adults and children are welcome. Family friendly, although not suitable for buggies. Participants should bring a jar with a lid to help examine the bugs. No dogs. Free of charge. Park at the Upper Lake car park (Wicklow Co. Council), A98W778 (€4 charge). Booking is essential. Bookings will be taken from Monday 31 July. To book, email: educationwmnp@npws.gov.ie. Old Crusher House, Glenmalure On Saturday 19th August we are delighted to have been invited to join with the Glenmalure Pure Mile Group to contribute to their event at Baravore. In addition to the range of other activities planned by the Group we will lead family friendly citizen science activities followed by a digital display of some of our work to date in Glenmalure and across the Southern part of the Wicklow Mountains. For more details about the whole event see: https://www.heritageweek.ie/event-listings/tour-of-the-historic-old-crusher-house-glenmalure-3 Elevation School of Performing Arts(ESPA) In the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh and starting back on Sept 11th with a wide range of dance classes for ch ildren & teens. Mini Acro/Dance L1, Acro Squad, Acro L2, Adv’d Tumbling/Squad Dance on Mondays. Tiny Acro/Dance, Youth Cheer/Dance, Cheer Team: Lucky Stars, Gr ¾ Modern Dance, Senior Modern Dance on Wednesdays. Contact details Elevationdance@gmail.com phone 085 108 0608. Pilates Classes in Laragh Starting back on Sept 11th. 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. Clara Vale Summer Fair Join us on the 20th of August at 1:30pm for the annual Clara Vale Summer fair! We have lots of fun events lined up such as hidden treasure, raffle, novelty acts, tea party, lucky dip, bottle stand. For more information call 087 929 2605, 087 689 5033. Brockagh Digital Hub We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod and Meeting rooms available 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 €199. 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.