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About Greystones.
Written and presented by former Councillor and Greystones Mayor, Kathleen Kelleher.
All the Greystones news, interviews, items of special interest plus your favourite music.
Join Kathleen this week for About Greystones.
All the latest Greystones news, comment and items of special interest.
Kathleen’s special guest this week is Jody Connaughton.
Jody is from Greystones Art & Photography Exhibtion.
GRAPE starts its fourth Greystones Harbour season next Sunday.
GRAPE will be at Greystones Harbour each Sunday 12 pm to 5:30 pm.
Join Kathleen + Jody for Courtney the latest on this season’s offerings.
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NEW MINISTER FOR PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
We welcome Rev. Gary McDowell, new minister for Greystones Presbyterian Church.
We hope that his time here in Greystones will be happy and fruitful.
Gary comes with a wealth of experience and we look forward to working with him.
ROCKPOOL RAMBLE GREYSTONES HARBOURRockpool Ramble will take place in Greystones Harbour.
Low tide on Saturdays in May and June.
Come and learn about the tides and creatures and plants living along the shore.
Cost is €6 per person; €15 for family of two adults and two children.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Tide times vary, so booking essential by phone, Aran, 089 4534248.
FOOD WARNING: ALWAYS BOIL IMPORTED FROZEN BERRIES
Greystones Municipat District is advising a food warning.
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland is telling us that there is an ongoing risk with global imported frozen berries. Always boil frozen berries for at least one minute before they are eaten. This precautionary measure will destroy the virus if it is present.
Fresh berries, as with all other fruit and vegetables, should always be washed thoroughly if they are being eaten uncooked.
DIGITAL LITERACY PROJECT
HOSTED BY TECH CONNECT LOCAL
New course in Delgany, venue to be announced.
Wednesday 3 June Friday 5 June
Wednesday 10 June Friday 12 June
Mornings: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Course concluding this week in Fishers of Newtownmountkennedy
Monday 25 May Wednesday 27 May
Mornings: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Afternoons: 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Explore the exciting new digital world.
Help all members in the community improve their technology skills.
Be confident to go online.
Four easy lessons, two hours each on tablet computers.
Using Samsung Galaxy Tab S (Android) Table computers or similar compatible models.
iPad, smartphone and laptop courses to follow.
Cost is €10.
Bookings from 087 4487777.
www.TechConnectLocal.com and Facebook.
KING OF GREYSTONES 2015 EARLYBIRD REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
Save the date !!
Event will take place 16 August, 2015.
Volunteers also needed !!
Details from www.kingofgreystones.com.
LUGNAQUILLA 2015 SCHEDULE
Walk up Lugnaquilla, the highest mountain in Leinster !!
Lugnaquilla is the highest mountain outside of Kerry, 925 metres above sea level.
This challenging but accessible mountain is one of the best walks in the Wicklow Mountains.
On a clear day, it offers breathtaking views over the Wicklow mountains and far beyond.
Series of fully guided walks are now being organised by Footfalls Walking Holidays.
Third Sunday of the month from May to September:
21 June 19 July
16 August 20 September
Each walk is fully guided by qualified and experienced mountain leaders.
Two guides for 16 people.
Details from Wicklow Tourism, 0404 20070, www.visitwicklow.ie.
Greystones Active Retirement: Kilian House Family Centre
Outings + Meetings
Membership Payments and Bookings for all events:
Tuesdays, Kilian House Family Centre, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Whist every Wednesday evening 8:00 p.m.
Membership is now due !!
Art Classes on Monday Afternoon
Some places are still available.
Spanish Classes
Some places available in beginners class; 10:30 am.
Monthly Walk 4 June 2015
Meet Greystones Railway Station; 10:25 a.m.
Monthly Get Together 5 June 2015
Refuse, Reuse, Recycle
Moira Byrne, Environmental Officer
Wicklow County Council
Coffee Morning in Aid of Eire Og Strictly Come DancingDr. Ryan Centre, Kenmare Heights.
Cakes, Raffle and Novelties !!
Come along for a fun morning !!
St. Catherine’s Association Concert Evening
St. Patrick’s Church, Church Road; 8:00 p.m.
Eastern Kentucky University Concert Choir will sing a wonderful collection of music:
choral favourites, spirituals, traditional folk songs.
Wicklow Male Voice Choir will be special guests, a real treat !!
Tickets, €10, from Mrs. Mooney, Trafalgar Road or St. Catherine’s.
All proceeds to St. Catherine’s Association.
This will be an evening not to be missed !!
Hot Spot Music Club
How does if feel, Bob?: Birthday Bash for Bob Dylan
Forever Young, he says
Above the Beach House at Greystones Harbour.
Hot Spot House Band featuring James Delaney on keyboards, Robbie Overson on guitar, Garvan Gallagher on bass, Michael Meakin on drums.
Plus a treasure trove of guest musicians coming together to celebrate Dylan on the eve of his birthday.
Starring line of guest singers to be announced.
Doors open, 9:00 p.m.
Admission, €10/€12.
Cash Tickets may be purchased at Vintage La Touche at The Bridge on La Touche Place.
Also at Sunday Jam Sessions from 4:00 p.m.
www.thehotspot.ie; hotspotmusiclubg@gmail.com; 087 2917519
26 May 2015Chernobyl Aid Ireland Clothing Collection
Holy Rosary Church Car Park; 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Unwanted clothing items, including bags, shoes, belts, most welcome.
Details from Tina, 087 6301350.
Greystones Municipal District Monthly Meeting
Civic Offices, Mill Road; 7:30 p.m.
On the Agenda:
Presentation from Bray Area Partnership
Consider Wicklow Socio-Economic Statement for
Local Economic and Community Plan for Co. Wicklow
Agree allocation of Greystones Municipal District Discretionary Funding
Set the date for the Annual Meeting
Progress Report on Greystones Harbour
Report from the GMD Engineer
Notices of Motion
Speeding and footpaths on Lott Lane in Kilcoole
Ramps on Church Lane, Greystones
Maintenance of Council yard on Mill Road
Street Lighting on Sea Road, Newcastle
Refurbishment of Greystones Playground
Footbridge across Three Trout Stream at Charlesland Court/Burnaby Lawns
Culvert on the R762 at entrance to Delgany Wood
Residential speed limits trial for 6 nominated estates.
Safe crossing point between Eden Wood and Eden Gate
Left turning lane from R761 northbound at Lidl junction Greystones
Survey of road, footpaths + paving on Church Road Greystones.
27 May 2015
Holy Rosary Soup & Sandwiches
Kilian House Family Centre; 12:15 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Meet your friends for delicious home-made soup and sandwiches.
Followed by tea/coffee and cake.
Suggested donation, €5.00.
All proceeds go to local charities.
Everyone is most welcome for good food and a friendly chat.
Greystones Cancer Support Bereaved Group Meeting
La Touche Place; 3:15 p.m.
Special meeting for those bereaved in the past two or three years.
Details from 2871601, Facebook and info@GreystonesCancerSupport.com.
Greystones Cancer Support offers guidance, encouragement and support to cancer patients, their families and their friends.
Can we help you or someone you know ??
Greystones Cancer Support Men’s Evening
La Touche Place; 8:00 p.m.
This meeting is for men who have or who have had cancer and for those men who have family or friends who have had cancer.
Details from 2871601, Facebook and info@GreystonesCancerSupport.com.
Greystones Cancer Support offers guidance, encouragement and support to cancer patients, their families and their friends.
Can we help you or someone you know ??
28 May 2015
Greystones Toastmasters
Glenview Hotel; 8:00 p.m.
Toastmasters is an international speaking club.
You will learn leadership + speaking skills in a friendly environment.
Come along to Greystones Toastmasters meetings work.
Observe some of the speakers in action + see for yourself.
Opportunity to chat to Members during the coffee break.
Please feel free to bring a friend.
There is no obligation to join.
29 May 2015
Greystones Library Event:
Lively discussion of Irish women and everyday lives in 1960s Ireland.
Greystones Library; 2:00 p.m.
Ciara Meehan, curator, Modern Wife, Modern Life Exhibition, will open the event.
Please bring along any objects, photographs, letters or other memorabilia from 1960s.
Booking and details from 2873548 or greylib@wicklowcoco.ie
30 May 2015
Hot Spot Music Club
Ben Jordan, Modern Troubadour
Above the Beach House at Greystones Harbour.
Ben’s songs range from intimate ballad to high energy foot stomper.
His solo shows are part comedy, part travelogue.
His communication and rapport with the audience is a rare + often hilarious thing to see.
Doors open, 9:00 p.m.
Admission, €7/€9.
Cash Tickets may be purchased at Vintage La Touche at The Bridge on La Touche Place.
Also at Sunday Jam Sessions from 4:00 p.m.
www.thehotspot.ie; hotspotmusiclubg@gmail.com; 087 2917519
31 May 2015
Greystones Art and Photographic Exhibition Resumes for Summer 2015
Each Summer Sunday, Greystones Harbour; 12:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Come along and see wide range of art and photography.
Original work not to be missed.
Superb for that special gift or treat for yourself.
1 June 2015
June Bank Holiday Monday
Greystones Cancer Support: VHI Women’s Mini Marathon
Bus leaves Beach House, Greystones Harbour, 11:30 a.m.
Please join us this year !!
3 June 2015
Greystones Dementia Friends Alzheimer’s Tea Day
Kilian House Family Centre; 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Greystones Dementia Friends is a support group for people living with, or caring for, people with Alzheimer’s or dementia in Greystones and surrounding areas.
Aim of Greystones Dementia Friends is to:
Raise awareness of dementia
Provide support for carers
Help make Greystones dementia friendly.
Please come along and help support those in your community !!
Full details on Facebook Greystones Dementia Friends or Fiona Lang, 086 8455256.
4 June 2015
Greystones Active Retirement Association Monthly Walk
Meet Greystones Railway Station; 10:25 a.m.
5 June 2015
Greystones Active Retirment Association Monthly Get Together
Kilian House Family Centre; 10:30 a.m.
Hot Spot Music Club
1920s Burlesque Cabaret featuring the Honey Drops
Above the Beach House at Greystones Harbour.
Doors open,
Admission, €
Cash Tickets may be purchased at Vintage La Touche at The Bridge on La Touche Place.
Also at Sunday Jam Sessions from 4:00 p.m.
www.thehotspot.ie; hotspotmusiclubg@gmail.com; 087 2917519
Refuse, Reuse, Recycle
Moira Byrne, Environmental Officer
Wicklow County Council
6 June 2015
Hot Spot Music Club: Hot Club of Dublin: Gypsy Jazz
Above the Beach House at Greystones Harbour.
The Hot Club of Dublin consists of the Gilligan family, along with a gypsy violin player and saxophonist. Their Hot Club style includes four part vocal harmonies with hints of eastern gypsy flavour. Original tunes with some old standards are included.
Doors open, 8:00 p.m.
Admission, €8/€10.
Cash Tickets may be purchased at Vintage La Touche at The Bridge on La Touche Place.
Also at Sunday Jam Sessions from 4:00 p.m.
www.thehotspot.ie; hotspotmusiclubg@gmail.com; 087 2917519
7 June 2015
Hot Spot Music Club: Café Session: Proteus Jazz Band
Above the Beach House at Greystones Harbour.
Sunday soiree with Proteus, an eight piece jazz band, who play a wide range of music. Proteus are joined by excellent jazz singer, Aran McMahan, who will serenade you with jazz standards from the 40s, 50s and 60s.
Doors open, 4:00 p.m.
Admission free. Donations nice !!
Cash Tickets may be purchased at Vintage La Touche at The Bridge on La Touche Place.
Also at Sunday Jam Sessions from 4:00 p.m.
www.thehotspot.ie; hotspotmusiclubg@gmail.com; 087 2917519
13 June 2015
St. Patrick’s Car Boot Sale
St. Patrick’s Church Car Park, Church Road; 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Today and every second and fourth Saturday until the end of September.
€12.00 for cars; €20 vans/trailers.
Gates open at 8:30 a.m. for setting up.
Refreshments & toilets available in the Parish Centre.
No bookings taken.
Full details from 2010648.
21 June 2015
Father’s Day
Happy Father’s Day !!
27 June 2015
St. Patrick’s Car Boot Sale
St. Patrick’s Church Car Park, Church Road; 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Today and every second and fourth Saturday until the end of September.
€12.00 for cars; €20 vans/trailers.
Gates open at 8:30 a.m. for setting up.
Refreshments & toilets available in the Parish Centre.
No bookings taken.
Full details from 2010648.
Delgany + District Horticultural Society Rose Show
St. Cronan’s Primary School, Vevay Road, Bray; 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Details from 2874400; johnmarygarden@gmail.com
All welcome.
11 July 2015
St. Patrick’s Car Boot Sale
St. Patrick’s Church Car Park, Church Road; 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Today and every second and fourth Saturday until the end of September.
€12.00 for cars; €20 vans/trailers.
Gates open at 8:30 a.m. for setting up.
Refreshments & toilets available in the Parish Centre.
No bookings taken.
Full details from 2010648.
25 July 2015
St. Patrick’s Car Boot Sale
St. Patrick’s Church Car Park, Church Road; 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Today and every second and fourth Saturday until the end of September.
€12.00 for cars; €20 vans/trailers.
Gates open at 8:30 a.m. for setting up.
Refreshments & toilets available in the Parish Centre.
No bookings taken.
Full details from 2010648.
3 August 2015
August Bank Holiday
8 August 2015
St. Patrick’s Car Boot Sale
St. Patrick’s Church Car Park, Church Road; 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Today and every second and fourth Saturday until the end of September.
€12.00 for cars; €20 vans/trailers.
Gates open at 8:30 a.m. for setting up.
Refreshments & toilets available in the Parish Centre.
No bookings taken.
Full details from 2010648.
22 August 2015
St. Patrick’s Car Boot Sale
St. Patrick’s Church Car Park, Church Road; 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Today and every second and fourth Saturday until the end of September.
€12.00 for cars; €20 vans/trailers.
Gates open at 8:30 a.m. for setting up.
Refreshments & toilets available in the Parish Centre.
No bookings taken.
Full details from 2010648.
29 August 2015
Delgany + District Horticultural Society Dahlia Show
St. Patrick’s Primary School, Greystones; 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Details from 2874400; johnmarygarden@gmail.com
All welcome.
12 September 2015
St. Patrick’s Car Boot Sale
St. Patrick’s Church Car Park, Church Road; 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Today and 26 September which will be last car boot sale of the season.
€12.00 for cars; €20 vans/trailers.
Gates open at 8:30 a.m. for setting up.
Refreshments & toilets available in the Parish Centre.
No bookings taken.
Full details from 2010648.
26 September 2015
St. Patrick’s Car Boot Sale
St. Patrick’s Church Car Park, Church Road; 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
This is the last car boot sale of the season. Thank you for your support.
€12.00 for cars; €20 vans/trailers.
Gates open at 8:30 a.m. for setting up.
Refreshments & toilets available in the Parish Centre.
No bookings taken.
Full details from 2010648.
7 October 2015
Delgany + District Horticultural Society 2015 AGM + Autumn Lecture
St. Patrick’s Parish Centre, Church Road, Greystones
8:00 p.m. Annual General Meeting
8:30 p.m. Lecture:
My Learning Curve in the Growing of Exotic Plants
Derek Swann, Committee Member DDHS
Details from 2874400; johnmarygarden@gmail.com
All welcome.
26 October 2015
October Bank Holiday
25 December 2015
Christmas Day
26 December 2015
St. Stephens Day
28 December 2015
Bank Holiday
