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 MUNICIPAL DISTRICT
PROPOSAL FOR TOWN CENTRE COMMUNITY BASED CCTV SYSTEM
GMD intends to make an application for funding towards community based CCTV system.
Purpose is to increase public safety and deter illegal or anti-social behaviour.
A survey has been carried out, with 11 sites identified for cameras.
Map is on display at Greystones Municipal District and Greystones Garda Station.
Submissions are welcome in writing or by email by Friday, 29 March 2019.
GreystonesMunicipalDistrict@wicklowcoco.ie.
WICKLOW DEMENTIA SUPPORT
VOLUNTEERS WANTED FOR ALZPALS !!
ALZPALS is a befriending service which supports people with dementia living at home.
If you have a few hours a week to spare and live in Co. Wicklow, please consider helping.
Details from Wicklow Dementia Support, 089 4286928.
wicklowds@gmail.com; www.wicklowdemtiasupport.org.
Closing date is 22 March 2019.
MUSICAL MEMORIES
WEEKLY GROUP FOR PEOPLE WITH ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA
AND THEIR FAMILY CARERS
Group meets each Friday morning, St. Patrick’s Parish Centre; 11.30 am to 1 pm.
Tea/coffee and biscuits available.
This wonderful group is a weekly group.
Singing is not only an enjoyable activity.
It can also provide a way for people with dementia and their family carers to socialise.
It provides an opportunity for people to express themselves.
And to meet up with others in a fun and supportive environment.
Details from Wicklow Dementia Support, 089 4286928.
- WICKLOW’S DIGITAL SURVEY
Survey is to help develop a Digital Strategy for Co. Wicklow.
Paper versions are available to Greystones Library and Greystones Municipal District.
- Transforming Wicklow to a balanced digital future.
- An initiative to develop a digital strategy for the County.
- Progressing our digital transformation.
Please have a look at the survey and take part if at all possible.
Now is your chance !!
DES FOX MOSAIC WORKSHOPS|THIRD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH
Details below.
DAFFODIL DAY IS FRIDAY, 22 MARCH 2019
Daffodil Day items now on sale at Greystones Cancer Support.
Details below.
GREYSTONES COMMUNITY POLICING UNIT: WEEKLY CRIME REPORT
Week ending 10 March 2019.
Greystones North Theft from shop.
Criminal damage to vehicle.
Garda JP Connolly john.p.connolly@garda.ie
Greystones South Burglary: glass smashed, entry gained,
nothing stolen.
Catalytic converter stolen while car in car park.
Theft from shop.
Garda Alan Thompson alan.m.thompson@garda.ie
Delgany/Killincarrig/Charlesland Burglary: door and balcony door prised open.
Entry gained, nothing stolen.
Garda Maria Curtis maria.m.curtis@garda.ie
Kilcoole No reports.
Garda Molly Corbett molly.a.corbett@garda.ie
KILCOOLE COMMUNITY POLICING CLINIC
SPECIAL REMINDER KILCOOLE CLINIC CONTINUES !!
Kilcoole Policing Clinic takes place each Wednesday evening.
Kilcoole Community Centre, 6 pm to 8 pm.
Garda Corbett and/or Garda Thompson will be in attendance.
Drop in for crime prevention advice, get a form stamped.
And most other Garda station services.
Details from:
Garda Molly Corbett; molly.a.corbett@garda.ie.
Garda Alan Thompson; alan.m.thompson@garda.ie.
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
GREYSTONES ACTIVE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION
KILIAN HOUSE FAMILY CENTRE
Outings + Meetings
Information, Membership Payments and Bookings for all events:
Tuesdays, Kilian House Family Centre, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Whist every Wednesday evening, St. Kilian House Family Centre, 8 pm.
Aqua Aerobics Shoreline Leisure Monday 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Bowls Kilian House Tuesday 10:30 a.m.
Thursday 2:30 p.m.
Bingo Kilian House Tuesday 2:30 p.m.
Keep Fit Kilian House Monday 1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Art Kilian House Monday 2:30 p.m.
Visit to Collins Barracks Museum 27 March 2019
Bus leaves Holy Rosary Church Car Park @9.45 am.
Cost is €20, to include guided tour and bus.
Monthly Coffee Morning 29 March 2019
Kilian House Family Centre; 10.30 am.
Visit to the National Concert Hall 10 April 2019
Rathmines & Rathgar Musical Society
The Sound of Musicals, 8 pm.
Bus leaves Holy Rosary Church Car Park @6.30 pm.
Tickets are €45 to include bus and show.
Autumn Holiday to Celtic Ross Hotel 22 September 2019
Rosscarbery, Co. Cork for two nights
Bed, breakfast, evening meals, trips,
entertainment on 2 nights.
Cost is €315 per person sharing.
Single supplement €15 per night.
Booking deposit is €15, beginning 19 March 2019.
18 March 2019
Whale Theatre|Greystones Film Club: The Lion King
3:00 p.m. Doors open 2:30 p.m. Tickets €10.
This is the movie that proved the jewel in the crown for Disney animations.
This is the perfect time to revisit the magic of this original movie.
What more can be said ??
This is a movie loved by men, women, children.
And all the animals of the world. And rightly so.
Check out full details for this special Whale Theatre event from:
https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/873600008
Details of all future Whale Theatre events from:
18 March 2019
Whale Theatre|Greystones Film Club: The Shawshank Redemption
This event is currently SOLD OUT !!
Please join the waiting list.
19 March 2019
St. Patrick’s Church Soup & Sandwiches
St. Patrick’s Parish Centre, Church Road; 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Wonderful home made food, good company, good cheer, good welcome.
Suggested donation of €5.00, in aid of charity.
21 March 2019
Creative Writing Class with Marion Reynolds
Class runs for six weeks.
Greystones Library; 6:45 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
Marion Reynolds is a novelist, short story writer and freelance journalist.
She is an experienced mentor and facilitator of creative writing classes.
Suitable for beginners or improvers.
Small and supportive group to ensure individual attention.
Places are limited, booking essential, 2873548, greylib@wicklowcoco.ie.
21 March 2019
Greystones Archaeological & Historical Society Members’ Night & AGM
Kilian House Family Centre; 8 p.m.
AGM followed by GAHS Members’ Night.
A number of Members will display objects, photographs or publications.
They will recount anecdotes relating to local and family history.
Greystones has a wealth of history.
All welcome to this fascinating and interesting evening !!
21 March 2019
Whale Theatre
Christy Dignam & Joe Jewell: Some Songs and Stories
This event is currently SOLD OUT !!
Please join the waiting list.
New date added, Thursday, 23 May 2019
22 March 2019
Wicklow Dementia Support
Family Carers Support Group
This group meets once a month.
St. Patrick’s Parish Centre; 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Future dates will be 12 April and 24 May 2019.
Group meeting is for those caring for someone at home with dementia.
Opportunity to meet for sharing in a confidential and facilitated setting.
Details and dates of meetings from 089 4286928.
22 March 2019
Daffodil Day Coffee Morning
Presbyterian Hall, Trafalgar Road; 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Daffodil items and fresh daffodils on sale.
The famous Daffodil Day tea towels, teddies, shopping bags, packs of cards.
Proceeds in aid of the Irish Cancer Society Daffodil Day Fund.
The fund helps researchers, nurses and volunteers across Ireland.
22 March 2019
Hot Spot Music Club|Austin Sexton
Above the Beach House at Greystones Harbour Marina.
Austin Sexton is a sing/songwriter/producer based in northern Los Angeles area.
He has a background in live instrumentation/alternative music from the eastern US.
His production in the hip hop/r&b genre stands alone.
Electric live performance includes a full band and projected visuals.
His connection to the audience is very vivid and keeps you wanting more.
Doors open 8 pm.
Tickets €8/€10.
Booking Hot Spot during opening hours.
Or 087 2917519, credit card.
Full details from www.thehotspot.ie.
22 March 2019
Whale Theatre|The Tide by Tara Maria Lovett
8:00 p.m. Doors open 7:00 p.m. Tickets €18/€15.
How far would you go to be free ??
The Tide is a black comedy.
A black comedy about the lengths two strangers go to make their dreams a reality.
Ivy wants out of her marriage.
While JC wants to escape his stepmother.
Once they begin their journey, there is no turning back.
Once they start, they have to go where the tide takes them.
Check out full details for this special Whale Theatre event from:
https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/873598177
Details of all future Whale Theatre events from:
23 and 24 March 2019
Whale Theatre|Arc Light Drama Studio: As You Like It
Three show times. Tickets €15/€12.
Shakespeare’s As You Like It is a romantic comedy filled with laughter and music.
Senior students of Arc Light Drama Studio take you on a journey to Forest of Arden.
Cross dressing heroines and triumphant heroes learn how to embrace their imaginations.
They let go of their fears and surrender to romance !!
Check out full details for this special Whale Theatre event from:
https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/shows/873597941/events/128184693
Details of all future Whale Theatre events from:
26 March 2019
Greystones Municipal District Monthly Meeting
Council Chambers, Mill Road, Greystones; 7:30 p.m.
27 March 2019
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.
27 March 2019
Greystones Cancer Support Bereaved Group Meeting
Greystones Cancer Support, La Touche Place; 3.15 p.m.
This group is for those bereaved through cancer in the past few years.
Grieving is an ongoing process. Sharing with others has proven to help.
Meetings are professionally facilitated by Liz Gleeson, professional bereavement counsellor.
A warm welcome is always extended.
Details from 2871601, Facebook and info@GreystonesCancerSupport.com.
Greystones Cancer Support offers guidance, encouragement and support to cancer patients, their families and their friends.
27 March 2019
Greystones Cancer Support Men’s Evening
La Touche Wines, La Touche Place.
Special La Touche Wine Tasting Evening.
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 ??
30 March 2019
Summer Time Begins Tonight: Put clocks FORWARD one hour.
31 March 2019
Mother’s Day: Happy Mother’s Day to All Mothers !!
2 April 2019
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 !!
6 April 2019
Delgany and District Horticultural Society Daffodil Show
Old Schoolhouse, Delgany; 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wonderful annual event, lots of daffodil and flowers.
Not to be missed !!
All welcome.
7 April 2019
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.
8 April 2019
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 !!
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 !!
9 April 2019
Coffee & Cake @YWCA Coolnagreina
YWCA Coolnagreina, Trafalgar Road; 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Located just up from Greystones Harbour Marina.
Entrance opposite Harbour Barber.
Each second Tuesday of the month.
Wonderful home baking which you won’t be able to resist !!
Donations in aid of Youth Cafe.
Come along for warm welcome, good friendship and all in aid of a good cause !!
9 April 2019
Greystones Library Spring/Summer Talks
Whittled Away: Ireland’s Vanishing Nature
Greystones Library, Mill Road; 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Padraic Fogarty is an author, ecologist and campaign officer with Irish Wildlife Trust.
He will discuss his book, “Whittled Away: Ireland’s Vanishing Nature”.
Booking required, 2873548, greylib@wicklowcoco.ie.
12 April 2019
Wicklow Dementia Support
Family Carers Support Group
This group meets once a month.
St. Patrick’s Parish Centre; 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Next date will be 24 May 2019.
Group meeting is for those caring for someone at home with dementia.
Opportunity to meet for sharing in a confidential and facilitated setting.
Details and dates of meetings from 089 4286928.
12 April 2019
East Coast FM County Wide Coffee Morning
In aid of Greystones Cancer Support
The Beach House, Greystones Harbour Marina, 10:00 am. to 12:00 p.m.
Greystones Cancer Support offers guidance, encouragement and support to cancer patients, their families and their friends.
Can we help you or someone you know ??
5 May 2019
Greystones Cancer Support GCS Walk
Walk along our seafront and through our town for Greystones Cancer Support !!
Save the date, details to follow !!
24 May 2019
Wicklow Dementia Support
Family Carers Support Group
This group meets once a 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 and dates of meetings from 089 4286928.
