Please forward notices to Kathleen Kelleher, 2875327/087 2845465,
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GREYSTONES COMMUNITY POLICING UNIT: WEEKLY CRIME REPORT
Week ending 26 August 2018.
Greystones North Drive off from petrol station.
Garda JP Connolly john.p.connolly@garda.ie
Greystones South Theft from shop.
Opportunistic theft of telephone.
Phone taken while parent left phone on bench.
Only for a few minutes while children played in park.
Please be vigilant for opportunistic thieves.
Garda Alan Thompson alan.m.thompson@garda.ie
Delgany/Killincarrig/Charlesland No reports.
Garda Maria Curtis maria.m.curtis@garda.ie
Kilcoole No reports.
Garda Molly Corbett molly.a.corbett@garda.ie
GREYSTONES COMMUNITY POLICING UNIT: WEEKLY CRIME REPORT
Week ending 2 September 2018.
Greystones North No reports.
Garda JP Connolly john.p.connolly@garda.ie
Greystones South Theft of rucksack from unlocked vehicle.
Four thefts from shops.
Garda Alan Thompson alan.m.thompson@garda.ie
Delgany/Killincarrig/Charlesland Theft of mini digger from construction site.
Theft of wallet from person on business premises.
Damage caused to building site.
Garda Maria Curtis maria.m.curtis@garda.ie
Kilcoole Two thefts: from shop and a pedal cycle.
Garda Molly Corbett molly.a.corbett@garda.ie
SPECIAL REMINDER !!
Kilcoole Policing Clinic takes place each Wednesday evening.
Kilcoole Community Centre, 6 pm to 8 pm.
Garda Corbet and/or Garda Thompson will be in attendance.
Drop in for crime prevention advice, get a form stamped.
And most other Garda station services.
SEASONAL REMINDER TO LANDOWNERS
HEDGE CUTTING SEASON: NOW UNTIL 28 FEBRUARY 2019
Hedge cutting season is now underway.
In order to comply with Wildlife Acts, you may only cut hedges from now till 28 February.
Landowners must ensure that trees, hedges or other vegetation do not interfere with roads.
This also applies to footpaths, so it is particularly important in residential estates.
Branches which jut out onto the road should be cut back.
Dead and unsafe trees should be removed.
Hedges should be cut and trimmed.
Professional advice on the condition of roadside trees should be obtained from time to time.
Special care must be taken with Japanese knotweed.
Location of Japanese knotweed must be reported to Greystones MD Engineer.
Maintenance of roadside vegetation by landowners in a requirement of the Roads Act.
Wicklow County Council will be taking a positive approach in enforcing this legislation.
5th FESTIVAL OF HISTORY|30th LA TOUCHE LEGACY WEEKEND
Friday and Saturday, 21 and 22 September 2018, Greystones Golf Club.
Wonderful annual Greystones event, not to be missed.
Please book early for these special two days.
Bookings now being taken, Kay Coughlan, 2876694.
Full details of speakers and lectures below.
Tai Chi for Arthritis
Are you over 50 and would like to improve your general health and well being ??
This form of exercise is adapted from the Ancient Chinese martial arts.
It integrates mind body and spirit and promotes relaxation.
It can help you gain greater muscular strength, joint mobility and improved balance.
Suitable for individuals with arthritis.
Or those who would simply like the slow, smooth, continuous movements of sun style Tai Chi.
Course will run for six Tuesdays, starting 25 September 2018.
€60 for the six sessions.
Details and booking from Barbara Mullen, qualified Tai Chi Instructor.
Paul Lam’s Tai Chi for Arthritis Programme.
087 2059480 and barbsmullan@yahoo.co.uk.
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.
Weekly Activities have finished for the Summer Break
Aqua Aerobics|Shoreline Leisure Centre Continue
Classes continue for Members during the summer months.
Each Monday, 12 pm to 1 pm. Cost is €4.50.
11 September 2018
YWCA Coolnagreina Coffee Morning
Coolnagreina, Trafalgar Road; 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Today and each second Tuesday of the month.
Come along for a wonderful morning of good friendship.
Tea/coffee and home baking.
Why not arrange to meet a friend at Coolnagreina for coffee ??
You will have a great morning and support a good cause.
13 September 2018
Camino de Santiago Talk
Greystones Library Mill Road; 7:00 p.m.
Join Camino travel specialists, Caminoways.
Talk on the most popular Camino routes.
Brief history of the famous trail and some useful travel tips.
This is a free event, but booking is essential, 2873548.
16 September 2018
Whale Theatre
Creative Drama|10 Week Course on Sunday Mornings
Hour long exciting and creative class.
Perfect for students wanting to dive into the world of drama and acting.
For ages 7 to 12 years.
Full details from the Whale Theatre.
https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/873593382/events/128153896
16 September 2018
Whale Theatre
Theatre Tots Class|10 Week Course on Sunday Mornings
Hour long energetic and engaging class.
Perfect for children who want to sing, dance and perform non-stop.
For ages 3 to 6 years.
Incorporating all three disciplines: singing, drama dance.
Students will work towards a performance and end of year show.
Full details from the Whale Theatre.
https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/873593381/events/128153894
16 September 2018
Whale Theatre
Junior Musical|10 Week Course on Sunday Mornings
Hour long exciting and encouraging class.
Perfect for students who love acting, singing and dancing.
For ages 7 to 12 years.
Full details from the Whale Theatre.
https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/873593385/events/128153909
16 September 2018
Whale Theatre
Speech and Drama|10 Week Course on Sunday Mornings
Hour long exciting and encouraging class.
Perfect for students who want to improve their speech, confidence and public speaking.
For ages 7 to 12 years.
Full details from the Whale Theatre.
https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/873593386/events/128153910
16 September 2018
Whale Theatre
Teen Acting|10 Week Course on Sunday Mornings
Hour long exciting and creative class.
Perfect for students wanting to develop their skills in the world of drama and acting.
For ages 13 to 17 years.
Full details from the Whale Theatre.
https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/873593387/events/128153911
16 September 2018
Whale Theatre
Greystones Film Club|Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
2:00 p.m.; Doors open 1:30 p.m.; tickets €10.
Harry Potter season continues.
The boy wizard enters his second year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft & Wizardry.
Just in time for the heir of super creep Salazar Slytherin to open the Chamaber of Secrets.
And unleash a rather scary monster.
This was the last outing to feature the great Irish actor Richard Harris.
Screening on a Sunday afternoon treat.
Admission price of €10 includes a free Whale Kids Snackbox:
Smarties, fresh popcorn and a drink.
Full details for this and other great Whale events from 2010550 or www.WhaleTheatre.ie
17 September 2018
Irish German Society of Co. Wicklow AGM
Bray Town Hall; 7:30 p.m.
Guest Speaker will be HE Deike Potzel, Ambassador Federal Republic Germany.
Members subscription of €10 is due on the night.
Excellent group which fosters relationship between Wuerzburg and Co. Wicklow.
Warm welcome is extended to all to come along.
18 September 2018
St. Patrick’s Church Soup & Sandwiches
St. Patrick’s Parish Centre, Church Road; 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
First Soup and Sandwiches of the season !!
Wonderful home made food, good company, good cheer, good welcome.
Suggested donation of €5.00, in aid of charity.
19 September 2018
Cancer Cancer Support
Cancer Carers Group Meetings for the Autumn Term
Cancer Carers are very special people.
They play an important role in the life of a cancer patient.
Meetings will also be held on 17 October and 21 November 2018.
If you are a Cancer Carer, please come along for caring and sharing.
Cancer Carers can help each other.
19 September 2018
Whale Theatre
Greystones Film Club|The Elvis ’68 Comeback Special
8:00 p.m.; Doors open 7:00 p.m.; tickets €10, includes free box of buttered popcorn.
Special guest Alan Adamson who will introduce the evening.
Fiftieth anniversary of one of the greatest comeback of all time.
This will be a great evening !!
Full details about this special Greystones Film Club show from Whale Theatre:
https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/873593094/events/128153449
20 September 2018
Greystones Cancer Support|Ireland’s Biggest Coffee Morning
La Touche Place; 10:30 am to 12:30 pm.
In aid of Wicklow Hospice Foundation.
Come along and support your local hospice.
Now under construction after many years of hard organising work !!
21 September 2018
Culture Night|Karl Henry’s Healthy Living Fitness Books
Greystones Library, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Booking recommended, 2873548 or greylib@wicklowcoco.ie
Culture Night|Trad Fusion @Whale Theatre
Family|Music|Workshops; 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Fabulous free evening for all the family.
Booking not required. Full details of these wonderful activities:
https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/873592181
21/22 September 2018
5th Festival of History|30th La Touche Legacy Weekend
La Touche Legacy in association with Greystones Archaeological and Historical Society.
Greystones Golf Club, Whitshed Road, Greystones.
Please book early.
Bookings now being taken, Kay Coughlan, 2876694.
Tickets are the same price as last year, €50 to include all Lectures & Seminar Dinner.
Friday, 21 September 2018
16.00 Official Opening and Welcome
Mr. George Jones, Chairman La Touche Legacy
Welcome by Cathaoirleach Greystones Municipal District.
Welcome by Cathaoirleach Wicklow County Council.
Dramatic & Musical Presentation from St. Kevin’s National School.
16.15 Irish Votes for Women
Rosemay Cullen Owens, Author.
16.45 The Enemy Within – The Spanish Flu in County Wicklow 1918 to 1919.
Noel Campbell, National Museum of Ireland
17.15 The Legacy of Irish Parliamentary Party in the Irish Free State.
Dr. Martin O’Donoghue, NUI Galway.
18.00 Greystones Archaeological and Historical Society
Launch of the Society’s Ninth Journal.
Saturday, 22 September 2018
10.00 The Part Played by the Periodical Dublin Opinion in
Providing a Safety Valve for Public Opinion in the new Irish State.
Felix Larkin, Historian.
10.45 Coffee
11.00 The Era of Eamon deValera
David McCullagh, RTE
11.45 Jim Brennan Memorial Lecture
The Life and Career of Averil Deverell
Greystones Resident and First Woman to Practice at the Bar in Ireland
12.30 Lunch
20.00 Seminar Dinner in Greystones Golf Club
Guest Speaker: Deputy Simon Harris, Minister for Health
24 September 2018
Coolagad Bridge Club Charity Bridge Night in Aid of Wicklow Hospice Foundation
Greystones Bridge Centre, Victoria Road; 7:15 p.m.
Wonderful evening of bridge.
€10 per person, to include refreshments and raffle ticket.
