Please forward notices to Kathleen Kelleher, 2875327/087 2845465,
Please feel free to forward Calendar to family and friends or add to your Facebook page.
FREE GREYSTONES TWO HOUR PARKING FOR SATURDAYS IN DECEMBER
Once again, there will be free two hour parking in Greystones on December Saturdays.
Reminder that cars must be otherwise lawfully parked.
That is, no parking on double yellow lines; no parking in loading zones.
Or any other unauthorised places.
Come along to Greystones and make it your first stop for Christmas shopping !!
Lots of terrific shops with wide variety of wonderful items.
Something for everyone to make your Christmas complete.
No need to travel; no need to get stuck in traffic on motorway.
Stay right here in your own home town !!
BOAT YARD CHRISTMAS MARKET THIS WEEKEND: SATURDAY & SUNDAY
Beside The Beach House, Greystones Harbour Marina.
First three weekends in December. Details below.
CECIL BEARE ECUMENICAL CAROL SINGING IS BACK FOR CHRISTMAS 2017 !!
Why not come along, even for a few nights, and join this long established group ??
This carol singing group is a well established Christmas tradition.
Meeting time each evening is 7.30 pm.
No need to be a good singer.
Please bring gloves and a torch, wrap up warmly !!
All proceeds go to local charities.
Details from Ruth, 2875161.
Wednesday, 13 December Hillside Road and Heathervue
Meet at Fenton’s Fires, Church Road
Thursday, 14 December Grattan Park Area + Kindlestown Area
Meet at entrance to Grattan Park
Monday, 18 December Applewood Heights
Meet at Blacklion Pet Hospital bottom Applewood Heights
Tuesday, 19 December Bellevue Road and Hillside
Meet at Fenton’s Fires, Church Road
Wednesday, 20 December Burnaby Area
Meet at Nature’s Gold, Killincarrig Road
Thursday, 21 December Rathdown Park + Redford Park
Meet at entrance to Rathdown Park
BRAY LIONS CLUB CHILDREN’S BUNDLE OF FUN
Rachel Casey has been chosen as Bray Lions Club Youth Ambassador.
She now goes forward to the national competition.
Rachel’s project is Children’s Bundle of Fun.
As a survivor of childhood cancer, Rachel knows what it is like to be a patient.
She is collecting unwanted Christmas presents and toys for sick children.
Rachel was a Greystones Person of the Year 2017.
She has received a Garda Youth Award.
She has represented Ireland in China on a cultural trip.
She excels at Athletics and is a Member of Greystones Rowing Club.
Can you help Rachel ??
Please save your new unwanted items. Items cannot be second hand due to infections risk.
Just about anything for babies, toddlers, small children and teenagers is welcome.
Details on Facebook Crumlin’s Bundle of Fun.
CHRISTMAS DAY DINNER FOR WICKLOW HOMELESS FIVE LOAVES
@BOCHELLI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT GREYSTONES
Yes !! Once again, Bochelli’s Italian Restaurant will open its doors on Christmas Day.
Homeless and less fortunate local people from Bray to Wicklow Town will be along.
There will be a big welcome for them.
Bochelli’s was able to help them last year, can you help them this year ??
You can Give Back by helping with financial donations or donations of clothing items.
Hats, scarves, gloves, warm clothing, shoes, books, socks and underwear.
Toiletries and grooming kits: shower gels, toothbruh/toothpaste.
These can be used to make up goodie bags.
Full details from Bochelli’s, 2873625; Declan, 087 1213088; Nuala, 087 2065954.
You can see the entry from Greystones Guide here:
https://www.greystonesguide.ie/all-hands-on-declan/
GREYSTONES CANCER SUPPORT CHRISTMAS CARDS
This year’s cards have sold out !!
Small supply of last year’s cards, still a beautiful design, now on sale.
Greatly discounted prices.
Available at Greystones Cancer Support, 2871601, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 1 pm.
Cards can be delivered if needed.
GREYSTONES COMMUNITY POLICING UNIT: WEEKLY CRIME REPORT
Week ending 3 December 2017.
Greystones North Theft of a pedal cycle.
Garda JP Connolly john.p.connolly@garda.ie
Greystones South Theft from shop.
Garda Alan Thompson alan.m.thompson@garda.ie
Delgany/Killincarrig/Charlesland Burglary, theft from vehicle, theft: Killincarrig.
Garda Maria Curtis maria.m.curtis@garda.ie
Kilcoole Theft from shop.
Garda Molly Corbett molly.a.corbett@garda.ie
Greystones North Area:
Male with green hoody/stocky build/ 5’9” seen in vicinity of pedal cycle theft.
Special Reminder.
Garda slot on East Coast FM every Wednesday morning, 11:15 am.
A Garda talks about security and other pending issues of the week.
Be sure and tune in for all the latest policing updates !!
If you see anything suspicious, please report to Greystones Garda Station 6665800.
Garda Confidential Number 1800 666 111
Greystones Garda Station 6665800
EPA Noise Pollution 1890 202021
Crimestoppers 1800 250 025
Drugs.ie 8360911
Traffic Watch 1890 205 805
Dog Warden 0404 44873
Crime Victims Helpline 1850 211 407
GOLDEN RULES SAFE ONLINE SHOPPING TIPS
TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS AND FALLS PREVENTION
CLASSES START 9 JANUARY 2018
St. Patrick’s Parish Centre; 2.45 pm, for six classes.
9, 16 and 23 January, 2018
6, 13 and 20 February, 2018
Are you over 50 and interested in improving your health ??
With a special focus on:
- Gaining greater muscle strength.
- Improved balance.
- Building energy
- Gaining relaxation
Then this tai Chi course may well be for you.
This course integrates mind and body.
It can help reduce the joint pain experienced with arthritis.
Details from Marilyn O’Connor, 086 8441359.
Cost is €60 for six classes.
WHIST EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING ST. KILIAN HOUSE FAMILY CENTRE 8 PM.
GREYSTONES ACTIVE RETIRMENT ASSOCIATION
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.
Christmas Lunch in Parkview Hotel 14 December
Tickets are €25.
8 December 2017
Whale Theatre: Father Ted Night
Whale Theatre, Theatre Lane, Greystones; 8:00 p.m. Doors open 7:00 p.m.
Tickets €18/€16.
Quite possibly the finest Irish sitcom every created.
A show full of memorable characters beyond Ted, Dougal, Mrs. Doyle and Fr. Jack.
Two of the show’s very finest guests will be coming to Greystones.
Joe Rooney played Dougal’s pal Father Damien Lennon in Old Grey Whistle Theft episode.
Pat McDonnell was the Daniel O’Donnell-esaque Eoin McLove in Night of the Nearyl Dead.
On the night, winner of Whale’s Loveliest Father Ted Episode Ever poll.
Special discount for any priests, nuns, tea ladies of Bishop Brennans.
Famous The Whale’s trademark cocktail, The Whaletail, €6 for those in fancy dress.
Over 18s only.
Details of all forthcoming events and tickets from 2010550 or www.WhaleTheatre.ie.
8 December 2017
Hot Spot Music Club: Buffalo Soul: Tribute to Bob Marley
Above the Beach House at Greystones Harbour Marina.
Buffalo Soul is a 6 piece collective of musicians from all over the world.
Group is based in Dublin and pays tribute to the legendary Bob Marley.
The most influential Jamaican musician of all time and his timeless music.
Doors open 8:00 p.m.
Tickets, €10/€12 p.m.
Full details from www.thehotspot.ie.
9/10 December 2017
Boat Yard Christmas Market beside The Beach House
Greystones Harbour Marina; 12:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Crafts, artisan food, paintings and photography.
Raffle in aid of St. Vincent de Paul sponsored by SuperValu Greystones.
Boat Yard Market was a huge success in 2016.
This year’s Market will be even bigger and better !!
9 December 2017
Irish German Society of County Wicklow Christmas Lunch
Druids Glen Golf Club at 12:30 p.m.
Bookings now being taken with George Jones, 086 8217357.
9 December 2017
Whale Theatre
Christmas Variety Show by Wicklow School of Music and Drama
Whale Theatre, Theatre Lane, Greystones; 2:30 p.m. Doors open 2:00 p.m.
Tickets €12/€8.
Wicklow School of Music & Drama first opened its doors in September 2000.
School has centres now in Glenealy, Greystones and Wicklow Town.
Talented students and tutors will perform this Christmas Season.
Puccini aria, show tunes from Guys & Dolls, One Touch of Venus.
Disney’s The Little Mermaid Junior.
Plus rousing music for violin and classical guitar.
Show is sure to entertain !!
Details of all forthcoming events and tickets from 2010550 or www.WhaleTheatre.ie.
9 December 2017
Whale Theatre: Remy Naidoo
My Funny Valentine: Classic Jazz Standards Straight from the Heart.
Whale Theatre, Theatre Lane, Greystones; 8:00 p.m. Doors open 7:00 p.m.
Tickets €10.
Remy first fell in love with performing at age of 8.
Over the past 12 years, she has graced many an iconic stage.
National Concert Hall, O2 in London, Mac Theatre in Belfast, Late Late Show.
Remy has been perfecting her craft in front of audiences for over half her life.
Now she comes to The Whale Theatre where she returns to her roots and her first love.
Full band is all geared up and ready to go: Billie Holiday and Norah Jones in the air.
This performance will be something special.
You will be able to tell people in years to come that you were there.
Right at the very start of a new chapter in a glittering career.
Details of all forthcoming events and tickets from 2010550 or www.WhaleTheatre.ie.
9 December 2017
Hot Spot Music Club: Van Morrison’s Songbook
Above the Beach House at Greystones Harbour Marina.
Celtic Soul are a 7 piece band from Bangor.
They deliver a very fine tribute to Van Morrison.
Band has excellent musicianship, authenticity and heart.
They receive critical acclaim from devout fans wherever they perform.
You’ll hear all the big hits.
Band has been playing for more years than they care to remember.
They play blues, folk, trad and jazz.
So these musicians have the ingredients to combine and deliver Van’s music.
Outstanding show !!
Doors open 8:00 p.m. Show starts 9:00 p.m. sharp.
Tickets, €14/€16 p.m.
*** First 20 tickets are €14 !! ***
Full details from www.thehotspot.ie.
10 December 2017
Whale Theatre: A Merry Little Christmas Concert
Featuring the Students from East Coast Academy of Performing Arts.
Whale Theatre, Theatre Lane, Greystones; 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Tickets €12/€8.
Academny was founded in 2015 by Kat Lyons and is based in Greystones.
This all singing, all dancing cast are sure to get you in the festive mood.
Assortment of musical and visual treats for the whole family.
Sing along with the stage schoolers to magical moments from musicals and Disney.
Bop along to latest chart toppers and junior dancers show off their polished moves !!
Be showered with festive cheer with medley of Christmas favourites.
Details of all forthcoming events and tickets from 2010550 or www.WhaleTheatre.ie.
10 December 2017
Whale Theatre: Reuben The Entertainer
Whale Theatre, Theatre Lane, Greystones; 4:30 p.m.; Doors 4:00 p.m.
Tickets €10.
Purchase tickets from www.WhaleTheatre.ie.
A hurricane of comedy energy !!
Hilarious, fast-talking fun of Reuben from RTE Junior.
He turns every day household objects into crazy nonsense.
Mime, magic, puppets, his variety show is suitable for all ages.
Interactive experience that Reuben aims to make personal for every audience.
Fantastic fun for everyone, not to be missed !!
10 December 2017
Hot Spot Music Club: Indie Folk Group: Orla Travers & Julian Halpin
Above the Beach House at Greystones Harbour Marina.
Indie folk group SILLK are setting a tone and creating a texture all of their own in 2017.
Band formed out of Orla Travers’ necessity to tell stories and sing songs.
She and Julian Halpin got together in 2010 and have travelled all over Ireland.
With their varied backgrounds, their infectiously fun live show has gained them world fans.
Doors open 5:00 p.m.
Admission free/Donations welcome.
Full details from www.thehotspot.ie.
12 December 2017
Coffee Morning at Coolnagreina YWCA in Aid of Onsite Youth Cafe
Trafalgar Road; just up the road from Greystones Harbour Marina.
10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Come along for for scones, coffee and a chat.
Coffee Morning is open to all and you will receive a warm welcome !!
Coffee Mornings are held on the second Tuesday of each month.
14 December 2017
Greystones Municipal District Monthly Meeting
Civic Offices, Mill Road; 6:30 p.m.
Please note earlier start time !!
On the Agenda:
- Receive presentation on Social Enterprise Project for Greystones Outdoors.
- 2018 Roads Programme
- Notices of Motion
15 December 2017
Whale Theatre: Mia: Old Hollywood Nights & New York Mornings
Whale Theatre, Theatre Lane, Greystones; 8:00 p.m. Doors 7:00 p.m.
Tickets €28/€25/€15.
“Hollywood Silver Screeen meets New York Jazz.
With luscious arrangements and sultry smooth vocal.”
Jazz vocalist, Maria Fitzgerald, aka Mia, and her band will raise the Whale roof.
Very special show takes us back to the golden days of the big jazz ballad.
Mix of heartbreaking love songs and timeless classics evoke glamour of old Hollywood.
At the same time, they pay tribute to the true grit of New York jazz.
Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald to Burt Bacharach, Leonard Cohen and Tom Waits.
Fabulous arrangements with superb musicians.
Details of all forthcoming events and tickets from 2010550 or www.WhaleTheatre.ie.
15 December 2017
Hot Spot Music Club: An Intimate Evening with Mary Coughlan
Above the Beach House at Greystones Harbour Marina.
Mary Coughlan and her band are bringing her new show Live & Kicking to the Hot Spot.
Up close and personal performance.
Tour is a celebration of Mary’s 30 plus years in the music business.
Her music career has been a roller coaster and this concert will reflect that.
It will feature all the songs that are close to Mary’s heart and life.
Mary’s seemingly timeless and endless talent and drawl have always been a seduction.
Mary’s voice has always been an unforeseen, sudden seduction.
That is why she is so loved.
Her heroes are Billie Holiday, Peggy Lee, Van Morrison and Edith Piaf.
While all are present and correct in her delivery, she makes every song her own.
They belong to her and nobody else.
Doors open 8:00 p.m.
Tickets, €20*/€22.50.
*** First 20 tickets are €20 !! ***
Full details from www.thehotspot.ie.
16/17 December 2017
Boat Yard Christmas Market beside The Beach House
Greystones Harbour Marina; 12:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Crafts, artisan food, paintings and photography.
Raffle in aid of St. Vincent de Paul sponsored by SuperValu Greystones.
Boat Yard Market was a huge success in 2016.
This year’s Market will be even bigger and better !!
16 December 2017
Whale Theatre: The Good Old Days in Greystones
Whale Theatre, Theatre Lane, Greystones; 8:00 p.m. Doors 7:00 p.m.
Tickets €20/€18.
Join Peter Murtagh, Dara MacMahon and Simon Morgan.
Festive evening celebrating Greystones through song, music and stories.
Learn about Colonel Fred Burnaby, Elizabeth Hawkins Whitshed.
And stories behind other famous figures associated with Greystones;
Michael Collins, DeValera, Josef Locke and many more.
Explore what life was really like 100 years ago.
And how Greystones has evolved and developed in the 21st century.
Stories will be presented by author and journalist, Peter Murtagh.
Musical interludes and songs with Dara MacMahon and Simon Morgan.
Opportunity for the audience to sing along to their favourite songs and carols.
Please feel free to dress up in vitage apparel to really enter the spirit of the evening !!
Sure to get you in the mood for Christmas !!
Details of all forthcoming events and tickets from 2010550 or www.WhaleTheatre.ie.
17 December 2017
Whale Theatre: Christmas with Córde Chamber Choir
Whale Theatre, Theatre Lane, Greystones; 8:00 p.m. Doors 7:00 p.m.
Tickets €18/€15/€9.
This is the first Christmas concert of the Córde Chamber Choir.
They are delighted to be joined by two talented young sopranos: Éilís & Ciara.
They are sisters of Musical Director, Kevin O’Sullivan.
One hour concert will feature Benjamin Britten’s Ceremony of Carols.
Harpist will be Gráinne Meyer.
Programme will be a varied “a capella” selection of seasonal + other pieces.
Including a few festive favourites !!
Ticket price includes mulled win & mince pies.
What nicer way to get into the Christmas spirit !!
Details of all forthcoming events and tickets from 2010550 or www.WhaleTheatre.ie.
19 December 2017
St. Patrick’s Church Soup & Sandwiches
St. Patrick’s Parish Centre, Church Road; 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Please come along. Wonderful event just before Christmas !!
Wonderful home made food, good company, good cheer, good welcome.
Suggested donation of €5.00, in aid of charity.
25 December 2017
Christmas Day
26 December 2017
St. Stephens Day
1 January 2018
New Year’s Day
2 January 2018
Soup and Sandwiches at Presbyterian Hall
Trafalgar Road; 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Donation €5.00.
Great food and a warm welcome.
Come along for the chat !!
31 January 2018
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 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 ??
