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.
GREYSTONES CANCER SUPPORT SUPER DRAW TICKETS NOW ON SALE !!
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT SUPERQUINN CHARLESLAND THIS WEEKEND.
DETAILS BELOW.
€1000 SuperValu Greystones Shopping Spree from Anne Daly
Google Home from Tom and Eileen Horan
Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1” 32 GB from Mark Kinsella
€200 Voucher from Des Doyle Butchers
Dinner Bed & Breakfast for Two from Powerscourt Arms Country House Enniskerry
Fourball from Greystones Golf Club
Beautiful watercolour original painting from Mary Nohilly
Tickets available at Greystones Cancer Support, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 1 pm.
Tickets also on sale this weekend at SuperValu Charlesland.
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 12, 13 and 14 October, 11 am to 3 pm.
Tickets are €2.00 each or 3 for €5.00.
Draw takes place at Gala Charity Night on 3 November 2018 in Whale Theatre.
Gala Charity Night features Chris de Burgh. Details from www.WhaleTheatre.ie.
ANAM CARA WICKLOW MONTHLY MEETING FOR BEREAVED PARENTS
22 October 2018. Details below.
GREYSTONES DEMENTIA FRIENDS
MEMORY LANE MUSIC GROUP GREYSTONES
Each Friday morning, St. Patrick’s Parish Centre, Church Road; 11.30 am to 1 pm.
Tea/coffee and biscuits.
Memory Lane Music Group is for people with Alzheimer’s and/or their carers.
Singing is not only an enjoyable activity.
It can also provide a way for people with dementia, and their carers, to socialise.
They can express themselves and meet up with others in a fun and supportive group.
Details from Fiona Lang, 086 8455256.
GREYSTONES EDUCATE TOGETHER SEVENTH ANNUAL CRAFT FAIR
SUNDAY, 11 NOVEMBER 2018
Wicklow Crafters interested in taking part in the fair are asked to send 3 JPG images.
As well as a description of their work and craft.
Please send to GETCraftFair@gmail.com.
VALUE YOUR VOTE !!
PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION AND REFERENDUM: FRIDAY 26 OCTOBER 2018
Electors are strongly advised to check that they are registered to vote.
You can check your status at www.checktheregister.ie.
If you are not on the Register, you can apply to be included in the Supplement.
Details from Wicklow County Council, 0404 20100; franchise@wicklowcoco.ie.
BRAY AREA PARTNERSHIP
Free Parenting Course for Parents and Guardians of 6 to 11 Year Olds
Parenting is one of the most important jobs that you can do.
But the children don’t come with a handbook !!
Learn how to tackle behaviour problems, communicate more positively.
And develop a closer relationship with your child.
Free course starts on Tuesday, 6 November, and runs for six Tuesday mornings.
Feedback from previous courses has been excellent.
Relationships with children improve. Group is warm and supportive.
Details from www.brayareapartnership.ie or 2868266.
EXERCISE PROGRAMMES FOR THE OVER 50s
Each Wednesday, Shoreline Leisure Centre, Mill Road; 12.30 pm. to 1:30 p.m.
Flexibility, strength, confidence, balance, co-ordination, mobility.
Led by Siel Bleu Physical Trainer, Marguerite O’Mally.
Come along and try a life enhancing exercise class.
Classes are designed specifically for older adults.
They focus on physical, social and mental wellbeing.
All welcome to drop in, no need to register !!
Cost is €5 per sessions.
Details from 2096889; www.sielbleu.ie.
GREYSTONES COMMUNITY POLICING UNIT: WEEKLY CRIME REPORT
Week ending 7 October 2018.
Greystones North No reports.
Garda JP Connolly john.p.connolly@garda.ie
Greystones South Theft from shop.
Garda Alan Thompson alan.m.thompson@garda.ie
Delgany/Killincarrig/Charlesland Theft x 2: From vehicle in leisure centre.
And from shop, vehicle left unlocked, Charlesland.
Garda Maria Curtis maria.m.curtis@garda.ie
Kilcoole Theft from shop and theft of a trailer.
Criminal damage: side window smashed.
Garda Molly Corbett molly.a.corbett@garda.ie
Residents are reporting receipt of phone calls from premium numbers abroad.
These numbers are African or Germany based which are re-directed to Africa.
Please be aware !! Do not answer these numbers that turn out to be premium numbers.
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.
Garda slot on East Coast FM every Wednesday or Thursday morning, 11:15 am approx.
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 666 5800
EPA Noise Pollution 1890 20 20 21
Crimestoppers 1800 25 00 25
Drugs.ie 8360911
Traffic Watch 1890 205 805
Dog Warden 0404 44873
Crime Victims Helpline 1850 211 407
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION 2018
Bray Recycling Centre, Boghall Road; 27 October 2018; 9.30 am to 1 pm.
Much of what we throw in our bins is actually hazardous waste.
Please do not throw out any of the followings wastes.
Please safely store them until the Household Hazardous Waste Collection on 27 October.
Paints & solvents; batteries; fluorescent tubes; fertilisers; pesticides & poisons.
Waste medicines, adhesives, inks and resins; caustic soda and waste oils;
Drain cleaners; cleaning agents & detergents; photographic chemicals;
Oven cleaners; shoe polishes.
Batteries may be left at any Wicklow County Council Recycling Centre.
The are part of a free take back scheme at all shops selling batteries.
Paints are taken at Bray Recycling Centre at all times.
It is not always possible to predict the amount of hazardous waste materials.
That will be delivered to the collections.
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.
Whist every Wednesday evening, St. Kilian House Family Centre, 8 pm.
Aqua Aerobics|Shoreline Leisure Centre Continue
Each Monday, 12 pm to 1 pm. Cost is €4.50.
Annual General Meeting 18 October
Kilian House Family Centre; 2:30 p.m.
Monthly Coffee Morning 26 October
Kilian House Family Centre; 10:30 a.m.
Come along and enjoy a demonstratiion of cardmaking !!
12 October 2018
Whale Theatre|The Nualas Glam Slam !!
8:00 p.m.; Doors open 7:00 p.m.; Tickets €24/€22.
Bam !! Pow !! Biff !! Shazam !!
The Nualas are back in the ring for a glittering bout of knock-out comedy gold.
They dance like a butterfly and sing like a bee.
They’ll have you flat out on the mat with laughter.
They will literally punch you right in the kisser with their gloves of gags and gaiety.
Don’t miss this slug-fest of musical genius from Ireland’s first ladies of comedy.
Full bar, Wicklow Farmhouse Cheeseboards, Fresh Popcorn, Confectionary available.
Full details about this special Whale Theatre event from:
https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/873588932/events/128140557
Details of all future Whale Theatre events from:
13 October 2018
Whale Theatre
Degani Trio: A Beethoven Evening with Sylvia O’Brien Soprano
8:00 p.m.; Doors open 7:00 p.m.; Tickets €24/€22.
A Beethoven evening featuring a selectiion of Scottish and Irish songs.
Beethoven’s songs are adapted from Scottish and Irish folksongs.
They are surprisingly lighthearted.
The Ghost Piano Trio is energetic and full of drama.
Full bar, Wicklow Farmhouse Cheeseboards, Fresh Popcorn, Confectionary available.
Full details about this special Whale Theatre event from:
https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/873591664/events/128149251
Details of all future Whale Theatre events from:
Details of all future Whale Theatre events from:
14 October 2018
Whale Theatre|Greystones Film Club
Harry Potter and The Prisoner of Azkaban
2:00 p.m.; Doors open 1:30 p.m.; Tickets €10.
This film is regarded by many as the finest in the entire Harry Potter series.
It benefitted enormously from the presence of Alfonso Cuaron.
JK also went a bit darker here.
Continuing big-screen revisits of the Harry Potter movies.
This one is not to be missed !!
Full details about this special Whale Theatre event from:
https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/873594187/events/128159641
Details of all future Whale Theatre events from:
14 October 2018
Hot Spot Music Club|Pat’s Fireside Sessions
Above the Beach House at Greystones Harbour Marina.
Pat invites you to come along, sit beside the fireplace and listen.
Celebrate the great artists of the folk era to present day.
Country, jazz ‘n blues and ragtime, Irish traditional songs and ballads.
All genres of music in an acoustic format.
Hosts are Pat, Billy, Mick and Bert.
Each week, invited guest musicians will join the session.
Doors open 4:30 p.m.
Admission free..
Full details from www.thehotspot.ie, 087 2917519.
16 October 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.
16 to 20 October 2018
Greystones Camera Club 7th Annual Photography Exhibition
Hillside Evangelical Church, Hillside Road.
Opening night Tuesday 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Wine & Soft drinks available.
Tuesday to Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Stunning + varied selection of over 100 professionally printed, mounted and framed images.
Images are from the group’s Members, who range from beginners to professionals.
Most of the images on display will be available at a very reasonable price.
Great opportunity to find perfect (Christmas) gift for someone special or for yourself !!
An exhibition not to be missed and now an important annual Greystones event.
Details from Tina Kavanagh, 086 8288455.
17 October 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.
Meeting will also be held on 21 November 2018.
If you are a Cancer Carer, please come along for caring and sharing.
Cancer Carers can help each other.
19 October 2018
Wicklow Dementia Support
Family Carers Support Group
Today and each third Friday of the month.
St. Patrick’s Parish Centre; 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Group meeting is for those caring for someone at home with dementia.
Opportunity to meet for sharing in a confidential and facilitated setting.
Details from 089 4286928.
19 October 2018
Hot Spot Music Club|Andy Irvine
Above the Beach House at Greystones Harbour Marina.
Andy Irvine is one of the great Irish singers.
His voice is one of a handful of truly great ones that get to the soul of Ireland.
He has been hailed as “a tradition in himself”.
Musician, singer and songwritier, Andy has maintained his skills over his 45 year career.
From Sweeney’s Men in the mid 1960s to Planxty in the 1970s.
Then from Patrick Street to Andy Irvine & Donal Lunny’s Mozaik.
Andy has been a world music pioneer and icon for traditional music and musicians.
Doors open 8:00 p.m.
Tickets €18/€20.
Full details from www.thehotspot.ie, 087 2917519.
19 October 2018
Whale Theatre|Spaghetti and Jazz
Italian Feast Buffet in Bear Paw Deli Theatre Lane
Followed by Concert in Whale Theatre
Buffet at 7:00 p.m.; Doors open 7:00 p.m.; Tickets €29.50.
Concert in Whale Theatre commences at 8:30 p.m.
Limited to 30 persons.
Bear Paw Italian Feast Buffet of:
Spaghetti with a ragu of pulled slow roast short rib beef, rich tomatoes and parmesan.
Wild mushroom and leek risotto.
Cured meats, Caprese salad, Roast Mediterranean Vegetables.
Olives, pestos and garlic bread.
Bear Paw Peti Fours.
Music will feature jazz guitarist, Francesco Amico and his quartet.
In the company of Patrice Brun, tenor saxophone, Peter Erdei, electric bass guitar.
Andy O’Farrell, drums.
The band will explore both jazz standards and original compositions.
Full details about this special Whale Theatre event from:
https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/873594726/events/128162647
Details of all future Whale Theatre events from:
19 October 2018
Whale Theatre|The Francesco Amico Quartet
8:30 p.m.; Doors open 7:30 p.m.; Tickets €15.
Native of Italy, now living in Greystones.
Francesco was introduced to guitar by his first teacher.
He learned jazz fingerstyle and jazz composition.
Arrangements by Bruno Tommaso and Giancarlo Gazzani.
Since 2000, Francesco has studied with Mike Nielson and Jane O’Leary at RIAM.
In 2003, he was award scholarship to study with Irish composer, Ronan Guilfoyle.
He has collaborated with some of the most respected musicians on the Irish jazz scene.
As a free lance artist is is working with his quartet.
In the company of Patrice Brun, tenor saxophone, Peter Erdei, electric bass guitar.
Andy O’Farrell, drums.
The band will explore both jazz standards and original compositions.
Full bar, Wicklow Farmhouse Cheeseboards, fresh popcorn, confectionary available.
Full details about this special Whale Theatre event from:
https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/873591668/events/128149260
Details of all future Whale Theatre events from:
20 October 2018
Whale Theatre
The Comedy Improv Horror Show|Joe Rooney, Sharon Mannion, Danny Kehoe
8:00 p.m.; Doors open 7:00 p.m.; Tickets €15/€12.
The terrifying threesome return for another night of madcap improv brilliance.
Halloween is the theme as the three go Full Frankenstein with flights of comic fancy.
So, come together, guys and ghouls, it’s going to be a THRILLA! THRILLA! NIGHT !
Full bar, Wicklow Farmhouse Cheeseboards, fresh popcorn, confectionary available.
Full details about this special Whale Theatre event from:
https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/873592068/events/128150452
Details of all future Whale Theatre events from:
21 October 2018
Whale Theatre|Met Opera Samson et Dalila
Satellite Screening|New Production
5:00 p.m.; Doors open 4:30 p.m.; Tickets €25/€13.
Approximate running time 3:29. Two intermissions.
Saint-Saen’s biblical epic, Samson et Dalila.
First new Met production of the opera in 20 years.
Sir Mark Elder conducts.
Full bar, Wicklow Farmhouse Cheeseboards, fresh popcorn, confectionary available.
Full details about this special Whale Theatre event from:
https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/873591189/events/128148420
Details of all future Whale Theatre events from:
22 October 2018
Anam Cara Wicklow Monthly Meeting for Bereaved Parents
Parkview Hotel Newtownmountkennedy; 7:15 p.m.
First local monthly meeting of wonderful organisation that supports bereaved parents.
This meeting is only for parents who have lost children.
Anam Cara Wicklow offers a safe and comfortable setting.
The evening is free and open to all bereaved parents.
Regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death.
Or whether their death was recent or not.
24 October 2018
Greystones Cancer Support|Bereaved Group Meetings
GCS Centre, La Touche Place; 3.15 pm.
This group is for those bereaved in the past few years.
Grieving is an ongoing process. Sharing with others has proven to help.
Meeting will also be held on 28 November 2018.
Our meetings are professionally facilitated by Liz Gleeson.
They have proved very helpful to all.
A warm welcome is always extended.
24 October 2018
Greystones Cancer Support Men’s Evening
Greystones Cancer Support Centre; 8:00 p.m.
This evening is for men who have had cancer or whose family or friends 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 ??
25 to 28 October 2018
Wicklow Dementia Support
Charity Art Exhibition
Pop Up Shop, La Touche Place, Greystones.
Launch will be held on 25 October 2018 at 7:30 p.m.
Exhibition will include works from over a dozen local artists:
Michael Gemmell, Nicky Kruseman and Patrick Walshe.
They have generously donated works to be raffled on the night.
Admission is €10 to include raffle ticket and glass of wine.
Funds will go to Wicklow Dementia Support.
Four works from students of St. Gerard’s School Bray will also be exhibited.
Students are raising funds the submitting their artwork for a competition.
Pop Up Gallery will be open 26 to 28 October 2018, 10:a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fifty percent of all sales will go to Wicklow Dementia Support.
Wicklow Demential Support is a local charity, supporting people with dementia.
And also their families.
The group aims to support the person with dementia at home in their local community.
For as long as possible.
Details from Patte O’Reilly, patte.oreilly@gmail.com.
27 October 2018
Winter Time Ends Tonight !! Turn Clocks BACK One Hour !!
30 October 2018
Greystones Municipal District Monthly Meeting
Council Chamber, Mill Road; 7:30 p.m.
31 October 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.
31 October 2018
Halloween !! Trick or Treat !!
3 November 2018
Greystones Cancer Support Super Draw 2018
Whale Theatre
4 November 2018
Holy Rosary Parish|Social Hobby & Craft Afternoon
Kilian House Family Centre; 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Learn new crafts and make new connections while also having a cuppa !!
Lots to see and learn while meeting with friends.
6 November 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 !!
12 November 2018
Delgany Guild Irish Countrywomen’s Association Meeting
St. Patrick’s Parish Centre; 8:00 p.m.
Delgany Guild ICA meets tonight and every second Monday of the month.
Lots of activities and ideas to keep you interested !!
Delgany Guild ICA meets tonight and every second Monday of the month.
Lots of activities and ideas to keep you interested !!
Wide range of demonstrations and speakers are actively pursued.
Also various crafts, sport, drama and theatre outings are among the interests.
Plus forging good friendships.
Come along and see what is on offer. You will be most welcome.
Delgany Guild ICA is not all about tea and buns !!
But it is always nice to end a meeting with them !!
13 November 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.
24 November 2018
Greystones Municipal District|Greystones Businesses
Christmas Lighting Ceremony
Burnaby Park; 4:00 p.m.
Usual carol singing, ecumenical service and special visit by Santa !!
11 December 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.
