Get New Job Skills in Wicklow

Find yourself unemployed and unsure of the next step?

This is the ideal time to get a job in sales and marketing, and to this effect there are some perfectly timed training course’s coming up this month from Local Company Profits.ie in the cold calling, sales & marketing area.

Local Wicklow Business Profits.ie are based in Wicklow Enterprise Park in Wicklow Town.

The course has been very successful to date and is very well recieved, why not check out their Testimonials page for yourself.

Visit them online at www.profits.ie

Leisure Club Open Evenings at The Glenview Hotel

Hurry Hurry, The Glenview Hotel Delgany Wicklow is having open evenings for those considering joining a quality leisure club and looking to get fit for Christmas.

Thursday 2nd & Friday 3rd September 4.00 pm - 9.00pm,

that’s TODAY and Tomorrow folks!

Their Fitness team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and you can join in the many activites on offer and try out the equipment for yourself.

Their qualified staff can help you attain your ideal weight and fitness and achieve your goals in an enjoyable way so get on down there today - literally!!

For more visit www.glenviewhotel.com or telephone 01 2873399

Glenview Hotel Wedding Fair sun 12 september 2010

The gorgeous Glenview Hotel in Glen of the Downs, Delgany Co Wicklow, is holding a Wedding fair on sunday week - 12th September. The Wedding Team will be on hand to welcome you with canapes and wine and a host of wedding suppliers will be available to question and meet.

The Glenview hotel is an ideal wedding venue with beautiful gardens and views yet only 30 miles from Dublin Airport, making it the perfect wedding location for all your guests.

The Glenview Hotel are delighted to offer Civil Ceremonies also.

This Wedding Fair is a great opportunity to get a feel for the hotel and have a walk around the grounds so if your thinking of Saying I Do then do it at The Glenview!

Visit the Glenview Hotel online at www.glenviewhotel.com

Download their wedding brochure >>

Beach Party at Mickey Finns gives good vibrations

The recent beach party at popular pub Mickey Finns, in Redcross was a great night with lots of people turning up in their hawaii-vibe outfits!

Check out the photos on our Flickr account here :

A Guided walk and evening meal for Singles.

Sat 11th Sept 2010 - Avoca, Co. Wicklow Tickets cost €65

Walking is a fantastic way to meet new people in a more relaxed and enjoyable environment. We are delighted to be able to invite you along for another guided walk in the stunning area of Avoca in County Wicklow followed by some live music, dancing and a meal in the highly-recommended Mickey’s Finns Pub..

Price €65

Includes:

• Guided walk with qualified guide
• Packed Lunch for walk
• Irish Dancing lessons
• Evening Meal in Mickey Finn’s with some live music.

Drinks not included in the price.

For more information about these walks and others

Visit http://www.hilltoptreks.ie/walk_dinner.htm

Email: Info@hilltoptreks.ie

Or Phone Terry: 087-7849599

Sunrise Walk on Lugnaquillia, Co Wicklow

Wake Up and Walk on Lug - Sat 18th Sept 2010

We are thrilled to announce the exciting news that our Sunrise Walks are back for 2010!

We have teamed up with Mountain Ventures for this unique experience and if you haven’t tried this kind of walk before then don’t miss out on your opportunity to join us.

The cost is just €35pps
Includes

• Accommodation on the 17th with breakfast the following morning.
• Guided Walk on Lugnaquillia with qualified guides.

For more information about these walks and others

Visit http://www.hilltoptreks.ie/sunrise_walk.htm

Email: Info@hilltoptreks.ie

Or Phone Terry: 087-7849599

Hollywood Notes Aug 30th 2010

Pilates

Pilates Classes are starting up again in the Hollywood Centre in September. Morning and/or evening classes depending on interest. These classes are suitable for men and women. It is hoped to start classes on Tuesday September 7th , 7-8 and 8-9pm , and Friday September 10th from 9.30-10.30 and 10.45-11.45am .

Anyone interested should contact Mary Jane on 086 3568284 or the Centre on 045 864979 or Email; info@hollywoodcentre.ie

Guitar Lessons

From September 6th Guitar Lessons will be held in the Hollywood Centre every Monday evening from 7-8 & 8-9pm .

For further information please contact the Centre on 045 864979 or Email: info@hollywoodcentre.ie

St Vincent De Paul

The Vincentian Annual Pilgrimage to Knock takes place on September 11th 2010. Anyone wishing to go can contact Bernie on 864586 or Dora on 864308.

Art Classes

If you would like to run Art Classes for children, after school hours, in Hollywood , from September, please contact the Hollywood Centre on 045-864979 or Email info@hollywoodcentre.ie

Afterschool Care Hollywood

Afterschool Care is opening in Hollywood in September 2010. Hours available; 2pm - 3pm , 2pm - 6pm and 3pm - 6pm . Weekly and Daily rates offered.

For more information contact Sonia on 0872077227 or soniajones22@hotmail.com.

Congratulations

Congratulations to Eoin Ryan and Soibhain Cronin who were married in Hollywood this weekend. And congratulations to Sarah Kate Burke, Slievecorragh and Emmet Harney of Alliganstown who were baptized in Hollywood this weekend.

ICA Guild

THE Hollywood ICA Guild will resume meetings after Summer Break on Thursday Sept 2nd at 8.30pm in the Hollywood Centre. New members always welcome.

Ballet

Ballet Classes resume in the Centre after the Summer Break on Monday Sept 6th, from 2.30-5.00pm .

Friendship Club

The Friendship Club will resume, after summer break, in the Hollywood Centre, on Wednesday Sept 15th from 2.15-4.15pm . New members are always welcome.

ICA Crafts

The ICA Crafts Morning will resume after summer Break on Wednesday Sept 1st, at the usual time of 10.30am .

Bowls

Bowls are now every Tuesday and Friday evening from 8.00-10.00pm . new members always welcome.

Karate

Classes will resume after Summer Break on Friday Sept 10th at the usual time 6.00-8.00pm .

Hip Hop

Classes will resume after summer break on Friday Sept 10th from 4.00-6.00pm .

Ballroom Dancing

Classes will resume on Wednesday Sept 8th from 5.00-6.00pm .

To Book the Hollywood Centre or place a notice in the district section of the Wicklow People please contact the Centre on 045 864979 or Email: info@hollywoodcentre.ie

Glenealy Noticeboard - 30th August 2010

GLENEALY IT CENTRE

Enrolment is now taking place for the following courses: ECDL-evening and daytime courses, Word Advanced-daytime course, SageQuickPay and Sageline 50-daytime courses, Web Design.

For enrolment or further information on any of our courses please ring 0404 44980.

IRISH DANCING

Mc Loughlin School of Irish Dance will re-commence in Glenealy Village Hall on Tuesday the 7^th September from 6.30-7.30pm.  For more information contact 086-0316962.

AUCTION

We intend to hold another auction in September and if you would like to donate items you can contact 0404-44040.  All proceeds go to Glenealy Hall Development.

CAMOGIE NEWS

Congratulations to the Under 16 team on a great performance against Knockanna.  A brilliant all round match from everyone under captain April Dickenson.

TIDY TOWNS

Volunteers for Friday the 3^rd September are badly needed for the big clean up.  Please meet at Glenealy Village Hall at 7pm.

45 CARD DRIVE

There will be 45 card drive in the hall this Thursday the 2^nd of September starting at 8:45pm.

GYMBOREE / HUMPTY DUMPTY

There will be Gymboree class in the hall this Friday morning.  From next Friday the Humpty Dumpty classes will resume for the year and the Gymboree classes will be held on Tuesday mornings instead.  For further information contact Rachel on 086-8330212.

GOLF CLASSIC

Glenealy GAA Golf classic (4 person rumble) will take place in The Woodenbridge Golf Club on Friday the 10^th September.

It costs €240 per team, €50 for Tee Box Sponsorship. 2 Scores to count 1-17 & all 4 Scores on 18.  Men without a GUI card max H/C 18. Ladies max H/C 24.  Non GUI prizes also.

Contact Se O’Neill on 086-2536177 or David Driver on 087-6774311.

BADMINTON

Why not take up a hobby that keeps you fit and you can meet new people in a social setting.  All welcome from the experienced to the complete beginner.  Classes will begin next Monday 6^th September from 7.30 to 10.30 in Glenealy Village Hall.

All enquiries to Leslie on 0404-67755.

BALLROOM AND LATIN AMERICAN DANCE CLASS

There will be ballroom and Latin American dance classes in Glenealy Village Hall from Friday the 10^th September.  These classes are for both adults and children from the age of four.

There will be NEW ballroom and Latin class for 4-7 year olds at 5.15 -6pm.  Ballroom and Latin class for 8-15 year olds at 6-7pm. Adult ballroom and Latin at 8.15-9.15pm.

If you would like more details please email www.wicklowlatindance.com or call 086-3262635.

NOTES

If there is anything you would like to see in the notes in future, please contact Rebecca on 0404-44040 or glenealyvillagehall@eircom.net before 12 noon on Friday.

Hollywood Notes Aug 23^rd 2010

Pilates

Pilates Classes are starting up again in the Hollywood Centre in September. Morning and/or evening classes depending on interest. These classes are suitable for men and women. It is hoped to start classes on Tuesday September 7^{th ,} 7-8 and 8-9pm , and Friday September 10^th from 9.30-10.30 and 10.45-11.45am .

Anyone interested should contact Mary Jane on 086 3568284 or the Centre on 045 864979 or Email; info@hollywoodcentre.ie

Parish Office

Plans are in place to turn part of the Presbytery garage into a Parish Office, which would be open Monday to Friday 9.30-12.30 in the morning. Also it will be open on Saturday and Sunday after Masses with the help of Volunteers. Please remember that this is the plan, the reality may not be the same.

Guitar Lessons

From September 6^th Guitar Lessons will be held in the Hollywood Centre every Monday evening from 7-8 & 8-9pm . For further information please contact the Centre on 045 864979 or Email: info@hollywoodcentre.ie

St Vincent De Paul

The Vincentian Annual Pilgrimage to Knock takes place on September 11^th 2010. Anyone wishing to go can contact Bernie on 864586 or Dora on 864308.

Acorn Playschool

Playschool will re-open on Sept 1^st after summer break. Places available, for September on the ECCE Scheme.  We offer a Holistic and friendly environment to complement your child’s development. For  information and enrolment please contact Bernadine on 0872406316,045-863237.

Email: bernadinekeogh@live.ie

GAA Whist Drive

The GAA Whist Drive will take place in The GAA Centre in Hollywood on Monday Aug 30^th at 8.30pm . Top Score €100. Entry €10 including Supper. Your support greatly appreciated.

Art Classes

If you would like to run Art Classes for children, after school hours, in Hollywood , from September, please contact the Hollywood Centre on 045-864979 or Email info@hollywoodcentre.ie

Afterschool Care Hollywood

Afterschool Care is opening in Hollywood in September 2010. Hours available; 2pm - 3pm , 2pm - 6pm and 3pm - 6pm . Weekly and Daily rates offered. For more information contact Sonia on 0872077227 or soniajones22@hotmail.com.

Hollywood Community Centre

We are now taking bookings for the Hollywood Centre for September 2010. If you are interested in becoming a new user of the Centre, or are already a User, but would like to re-book for the coming year, please do so now to make sure of your days and times.

ICA Guild

THE Hollywood ICA Guild will resume meetings after Summer Break on Thursday Sept 2^nd at 8.30pm in the Hollywood Centre . New members always welcome.

Hollywood GAA Raffle

The GAA Car Draw took place on Sunday evening last in Hollywood . The winner of the car was, Jimmy Byrne, Knockdruce.

2^nd prize of €2,000 went to Mgt Doyle, Crehelp.

3^rd Prize of €1,000 went to Fiona Rigney, Ballymore Eustace.

Prizes of €250 went to, John Morris, Rathdrum. John Mooney, Kinsellastown. Martin Nugent, Blessington. Adam and Sarah Coyne, Knocknaboley.

The €100 winners were; Marie Hennessey/ Brian Moore, Hollywood . Dominic Leech/Jim Riordan, Wicklow. Joe Fitzpatrick, Anacarney. Niall Brosnan, Ballymore Eustace. Ciaran Doyle, Ballymore Eustace. Andy Farrington, Logstown. Wiclow GAA Ladies C/O Mick Broderick. Sheila Kelly , Crehelp. Bernadine Mulryan, Ardenode Stud.

Sincere Thanks to all who supported. It was greatly appreciated.

Ballet

Ballet Classes resume in the Centre after the Summer Break on Monday Sept 6^th, from 2.30-5.00pm .

Friendship Club

The Friendship Club will resume, after summer break, in the Hollywood Centre , on Wednesday Sept 15^th from 2.15-4.15pm . New members are always welcome.

ICA Crafts

The ICA Crafts Morning will resume after summer Break on Wednesday Sept 1^st, at the usual time of 10.30am .

St Kevin’s Juvenile GAA

A used Clothes Collection , in aid of St Kevin’s Juvenile GAA will be held in Hollywood and Valleymount GAA Clubhouses from 9-10pm on Friday Aug 27^th and 10-11am on Sat Aug 28^th. Your support is greatly appreciated.

To book the Hollywood Centre or place a notice in the district section of the Wicklow People please contact the Centre on 045 864979 or Email: info@hollywoodcentre.ie.

D’Unbelievable and The Wicklow Motor Cycle at The Grand Hotel

Jon Kenny The D’Unbelievable will be here on the 27th August 2010 in the Abbey Suite from 9pm.

Tickets available at Reception of the hotel for €20.00 get them now before there sold out!

The Wicklow Motor Cycle will be at the hotel on the 25th September 2010 from 9pm in aid of the Wicklow Hospice,

Live band and DJ till late, come and support a good cause.

Also Live Irish Music in the Bar every Sunday Night from 7 - 9pm

Grand Hotel Wedding Fair Sunday 12th September 2010

The Grand Hotel in Wicklow Town are having a wedding fair on the Sunday the 12th September from 1-5pm in our newly refurbished Abbey Suite.

We will have over 12 local exhibitors on the day.

Admission is complimentary and there will be refreshments on arrival.

Special Offers available on the day and Inclusive Wedding packages are starting from €3995.00.

You can afford your perfect wedding at the Grand Hotel.

For more visit us online: www.grandhotel.ie

Download PDF Here Wedding Fair>>

A Grand Day Out in Wicklow

Hilltop Treks September Specials

Free Day Tour of Wicklow when you book an activity.

Activity Tour Bus of Wicklow

Day tour of Wicklow with a difference

You can hop off the bus and go:

• Hill Walking - €35pp
• Mountain Biking - €50pp
• Horse Riding - €50pp

After your activity we will pick you back up and continue on the tour with a stop in Glendalough for some lunch and a visit to the 6^th Century Monastic site of St Kevin.

Includes:

A Day Tour of Wicklow

Visiting the main places of interest along the way Including Enniskerry, the Wicklow Mountains,

Lough Tay (Guinness Estate), Glendalough, the Blessington Lakes,

The Piper Stones (Celtic standing stones) and much more.

…Great local guides, very friendly and full of knowledge.

The Bus leaves from Dublin City Centre with pickup available in Enniskerry also.

Leaves Dublin

• Gresham Hotel, O’Connell St. – 9:20am
• Dublin Tourism Office, Suffolk St. – 9:35am
• Returning to Dublin for approx 5.30pm

For more details and to read a review click here >>

Glenealy Community Notices Wicklow

GLENEALY IT CENTRE

Enrolment is now taking place for the following courses: ECDL-evening and daytime courses, Word Advanced-daytime course, SageQuickPay and Sageline 50-daytime courses, Web Design.  For enrolment or further information on any of our courses please ring 0404 44980.

AUCTION

We intend to hold another auction in September and if you would like to donate items you can contact 0404-44040.  All proceeds go to Glenealy Hall Development.

WHIST CARD DRIVE

There will be a whist card drive in the hall this Thursday the 26^th of August starting at 8:45pm.

GYMBOREE-PLAY &  MUSIC

There will be Gymboree class in the hall this Friday morning. The class involves promoting a love of music through song, dance, movement games and instruments.  Activities vary depending of the child’s age and ability.  Booking is essential, contact Rachel on 086-8330212.

GOLF CLASSIC

Glenealy GAA Golf classic (4 person rumble) will take place in The Woodenbridge Golf Club on Friday the 10^th September.  It costs €240 per team, €50 for Tee Box Sponsorship. 2 Scores to count 1-17 & all 4 Scores on 18.  Men without a GUI card max H/C 18. Ladies max H/C 24.  Non GUI prizes also.  Contact Se O’Neill on 086-2536177 or David Driver on 087-6774311.

BADMINTON

Why not take up a hobby that keeps you fit and you can meet new people in a social setting.  All welcome from the experienced to the complete beginner.  Classes will begin on Monday 6^th September from 7.30 to 10.30 in Glenealy Village Hall.  All enquiries to Leslie on 0404-67755.

NOTES

If there is anything you would like to see in the notes in future, please contact Rebecca on 0404-44040 or glenealyvillagehall@eircom.net before 12 noon on Friday.

Photography Walk In Killruddery House Co. Wicklow

Saturday August 21st

HilltopTreks and the Killruddery House in Wicklow have teamed up for this unique walking and photography event.

Who should attend?

If you enjoy walking in the great outdoors and have often thought about getting some photography lessons and improving your camera skills so you catch that wonderful sunset, then this is the walk for you.

What’s involved?

As the name suggests this is a hands on outdoors experience 1 day basic photography course with a guided walk. You will learn basics of Landscape photography.

Including:

• composition
• focusing
• exposure

while visiting very scenic parts of the country.

Why Killruddery House?

Killruddery is unique in having one of the most extensive early formal gardens, in their original style, surviving in Ireland today.  Largely laid out in the 17th century and added to in the 19th century, they are amongst the most important of their type in Ireland and the UK. It is also the location for many famous films such as “My Left Foot”, “Angela’s Ashes”, “Far and away”, and  “The Tudors” to name but a few.

It also has 700 acres of wonderful walking grounds surrounding it at the base of the Wicklow mountains.

Price €65

Includes:

• Introduction to Landscape Photography Theory and Practical.
• Guided walk on the grounds of Killruddery House.
• Lunch
• Entrance to Killruddery Grounds

For more information about these walks and others

Visit http://www.hilltoptreks.ie/photo_walks.htm

Email: Info@hilltoptreks.ie

Or Phone 087-7849599

Some old friends are looking to find their wicklow honeymoon mates

can you help?

Hi Skippy and Roz,
We are looking for a needle in a haystack as we cant remember the surname of the couple we would like to contact,heres my story;
In the summer of the Summerland disaster (73)on the Isle of Man we were on Honeymoon and met a lovely couple called Tommy and Elizabeth,we wrote to each other for quite a while but as things do we lost touch,after a lifetime of being married we often wonder what happened to our fellow honeymooners,i think they both worked for a ceramic company in Arklow.

Bob and Elaine.

I am wondering if the ceramic tile place was that one Vitra  in arklow ?

If anyone can help these people let us know and we will pass on any information that we can.

Thanks
Roz and Skippy

Living life The Wicklow Way

Enjoy Ceoil agus Craic at Mickey Finns Pub Wicklow

The ever popular Traditional Irish Music and Dance nights are soon coming to an end but not quite yet! There’s still time to enjoy this authentic Irish experience at Mickey Finns Pub Redcross, with the following nights to come:

• Tomorrow evening Wednesday 18th August,
• Sunday 22nd August,
• Wednesday 25th August
• and finally Sunday night 29th August 2010.

A real Irish session with traditional Irish music and Irish dancers, food, drink and craic.

Tel 0404 41661 for any queries or log on to www.mickeyfinnspub.ie for details and updates.

Don’t forget next saturday night ( 21st August) is Beach Party Night!

All welcome.

Golf Clubs in Wicklow Ireland

Golf is a wonderful way to relax and get excercise at the same time. Wicklow has a great choice of golf clubs for the beginner and the pro.

Here’s a list of some of county Wicklows’ Top Golf Clubs:

Baltinglass Golf Club

Tel: 059 6481350

Web: www.baltinglassgolfclub.ie

Wicklow Golf Club

Tel: 0404 67379

Web: www.wicklowgolfclub.ie

Druids Glen Golf Club Ltd

Tel:01 2873600

Web: www.druidsglen.ie

Tulfarris Golf Club

Tel: 045 867555

Web: www.tulfarrishotel.com

Woodenbridge Golf Club

Tel: 0402 35202

Web: www.woodenbridge.ie

Powerscourt Golf Club

Tel: 01 2046033

Web: www.powerscourt.ie

Glenealy Community Notes August 13th 2010

IT CENTRE

Enrolment is now taking place for the following courses: ECDL-evening and daytime courses, Word Advanced-daytime course, SageQuickPay and Sageline 50 -daytime courses, Web Design.  For enrolment or further details on any of our courses please ring 0404-44980.

45 CARD DRIVE

There will be a 45 card drive this Thursday, August 19th in Glenealy Village Hall starting at 8:45pm.

GYMBOREE-PLAY AND MUSIC

There will be Gymboree classes in Glenealy Village Hall every Friday morning for the summer months.  The classes involve promoting a love of music through song, dance, movement games and instruments.  Activities vary depending on the childs age and ability.  Booking is essential, contact Rachel on 086-8330212.

AUCTION

We intent to hold another auction in September, if you would like to donate any items please contact 0404-44040.  All proceeds go to the Glenealy Hall Development.

TIDY TOWNS

All volunteers are welcome this Friday the 20th of August to start the big clean up of our village.  Please meet at the Village Hall at 7pm where we will be notified where to go etc.  Thanks again - Tidy Towns Committee.

NOTES

If there is anything you would like to see in the notes in future, please contact Rebecca on 0404-44040 or glenealyvillagehall@eircom.net before 12 noon on Friday.

Rose of Avondale and Fireworks in Rathdrum

This weekend sees the results of the Rose of Avondale competition in Rathdrum Co Wicklow. Saturday night sees the lucky Rose get her title and the annual Fireworks take place also.

There will be entertainment in all the local pubs such as Jacobs Well, The Cartoon Inn and The Corner House, with each pub putting forward one or more of their regulars to perform on their behalf in the Market square on Sunday night at 7pm.

(Here at The Wicklow Way we would like to wish Jacobs Well entrants “T&T”  the very best )

If your looking for Accommodation in Rathdrum over the weekend we can recommend either the Bed and Breakfast: Woodland B&B for only 60 euro per couple per night including their extra large Irish Breakfast!! or alternatively if your camping or on camper wheels why not try Hidden Valley Holiday Park.

We also recommend Bates Restaurant as a very nice place to eat in Rathdrum…All in all a fun weekend lies ahead!

See you there.

Roz and Skippythedog
Living Life The Wicklow Way

Mickey Finns Pub and Restaurant Redcross

Mickey Finns Pub in Redcross has it all! Traditional Irish dancing, Live music, craic agus Ceoil go leor!!

A Family Friendly pub and restaurant, Mickey finns Pub has a gorgeous conservatory restaurant, pub grub, kids entertainment, nearby accommodation at river valley holiday park and local bus tours so you can leave the car behind.

Enjoy a great pint of guinness and  friendly banter with the welcoming staff and why make a day of it for on of their fun events such as the upcoming beach party taking place on Saturday 21st of August.

Definately one of  Wicklows’ most happening pubs, a night at Mickey Finns will be one you won’t forget!

Mickey Finn’s Redcross County Wicklow

Tel: +353   (0) 404 41661
E-mail: info@mickeyfinnspub.ie
Web: www.mickeyfinnspub.ie