Driving Holidays in Ireland – with a difference!

Heading to the Oxegen festival in July?

Why not make it one to remember with a funky VW CamperVan for LazyDays Camper Van Rentals based here in Wicklow ireland?

All our campers are right-hand drive original 1970s Volkswagen campers. Each one has a unique interior with varying sleeping, living and seating arrangements. Click on a camper above to read what it has to offer or contact us directly so that we can help you choose the most suitable camper for your trip.

Our What’s Included page gives you details of the rental package and optional extras. Choose your activity; surfing, family fun, places of interest, festivals and we can organise equipment, supplies and recommendations for your trip. Whatever your interests, we will try to help.

See our Things To Do section for suggested activities and places to discover. Let us know your chosen destination; The Ring of Kerry, West Cork, Clifden, Lahinch, we can offer suggestions and you can help us build a knowledge base of great places to visit.

Why not rent all our vans and create your own road-trip or just take off to a beach and party with you and your friends. What a great way to celebrate a big event or special occasion!

Just give Sue a call and she will help you get started!
Sue Best: +353 (0)87 2885771 : sue@lazydays.ie or visit us online at www.lazydays.ie

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Kilcoole Notes June 21st

FUN DAY THANK YOU

The Principal of Kilcoole Primary School, Joanne McDonagh would like to give a big thank you and well done to all the parents who fund-raised and helped make the Fun Day possible. Despite monsoon weather, a wonderful day was had.

FAMILY FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND

Starting on Saturday 25th June, with East Coast radio broadcasting from Byrne’s car park. 5.30PM

• Fresh n Funky Hip Hop, 6 p.m.
• live music with Anna McGlyann, 6.30 p.m.
• Fancy Dress Kids Disco and face painting.7.30 pm
• live music in the beer garden with The Velveteen Vipers, and from 10.30 p.m. in the lounge, with Citric Sam & Ms Tangerine.
• On Sunday 26th, there will be a barbeque from 2.p.m., as well as a market, and traditional Irish music in the pub.
• Other highlights of the weekend are a caricaturisation the Saturday, and on Sunday afternoon Glenroe Farm will be there with small pet animals,
• Also, for those of you who live outside Kilcoole, we hope to have taxis there to help get you home safely.

SET DANCING NIGHT

The monthly set dancing night will be held in the Mill Room on Wednesday 22nd June at 9.00 p.m.

JUNIOR RED CROSS GROUP

Greystones/Delgany Junior Red Cross Group meet every Wednesday in KPS St Anthony’s Building from 7-8p.m. for children of Primary school age,and 8-9p.m. for older students.

GAA CAMP

Kilcoole GAA are hosting VHI Cúl Camp from 25-29 July and recommend it to boys and girls from 6 – 13 years old. It promises to be a fun filled week with Hurling, Camogie and Gaelic Football. Book now on www.gaa.ie.

SENIOR CITIZENS CHRISTMAS PARTY FUND

There will be a Golf Classic for this worthy cause on Saturday 2nd July 2011 in Kilcoole Golf Club. The main sponsor is Bomar Ltd, but further sponsorship is required to raise funds. Green – €30, Tee Box €35, Hole €50. Prizes will be gratefully accepted.

Contact Eddie 086 3064704 or Paul 086 6014844. Email mpk1947@gmail.com.

YOGA CLASSES

Yoga classes have begun on Tuesdays from 6.30 p.m to 8.00 p.m. in Yogi Tobye Studio, 4 Kilcoole Industrial Estate. The cost is €10 drop in. Phone Emma Lock for enquires/directions 087 7752110

BINGO

Bingo is held on Monday evenings in St. Patrick’s Hall. It starts at 8.20p.m. and everyone is welcome.

KILCOOLE COMMUNITY THRIFT SHOP

The shop is located on Penny Lane, off Main Street. We are open from 11-5 Tuesday to Friday, and 11-2 on Saturdays. We gratefully accept donations of clean family clothing, books, bric-a-brac and household items. No electrical items please. Each month we make a donation to a local group or charity. Please call in for a browse, and support local initiative.

THRIFT SHOP DONATION

The Thrift Shop are making a donation to the Women’s Refuge this month.

CONSTITUENCY CLINIC

Simon Harris T.D. has a new constituency clinic on Thursday evenings (except bank holidays) from 7.00 – 8.00 p.m. in Mollys.

NOTES

Send to oharaj@iol.ie or phone 087 2867611

Wedding Venue Wedding Fair

Summerhill upcoming wedding fair Sunday 24th July 1-5pm

• Fantastic country house hotel
• Perfect wedding venue
• Great selection of Wedding packages available  including All Inclusive options.Thinking of a winter wedding? then do have a look at our Winter weddings Information. Why not host your entire wedding in the hotel and have your civil ceremony or blessing here.

All are welcome, this is a great opportunity to view the Summerhill hotel facilities and meet with our experienced wedding coordinators to have a chat about your individual wedding day requirements.

We will also have a host of local wedding suppliers as well as complimentary refreshments and some great booking offers on the day.

Full details of our Wedding prices and packages are available here >>

Look forward to seeing you there but if you can’t wait til then pop down and see us anytime ~ Sunday is the best day as we always have the room set for a wedding.

Summerhill House Hotel, Enniskerry, Co Wicklow

Tel: 01 2867928, Email: weddings@summerhillhousehotel.com

www.summerhillhousehotel.com

Special Offers For Family Breaks Bray

To celebrate the launch of their gorgoeous new website the Ramada Woodland Court Hotel has some great family friendly short breaks currently on offer.

Details below:

Ramada Woodland Court Hotel launches new websitewww.ramadabray.com

Fantastic hotel break special offers available especially for Families with our 1,2,3 or 5 night B&B or DBB short breaks that also include admission to a local family activity or attraction.

We also have some great early booking offers, stay n save offers and fantastic value leisure breaks.

The Ramada Woodland Court Hotel based in Bray Co Wicklow is a Great family friendly hotel ideally located for enjoying the delights of both Co Wicklow and Dublin.

Need ideas what to do?

Check out our events explore page for the top ten things to do in Wicklow here >> and for details on local events such as festivals and concerts check out our events page here or click on the image below

Hollywood Notes June 20th 2011

Dates to Remember

• Hollywood Sports and Field Day on Sunday 10th July.
• It is hoped that Bishop Eamonn Walsh will celebrate Mass on June 26th and will officially receive the new Altar Servers in company with the Altar Servers from 5th class.

St Kevin’s GAA

St Kevins Mini Leagues will re-start in Hollywood on June 25th. Unwanted clothing is being collected to raise funds, contact Brian Keogh.

Flag days are coming up on July 2nd and 3rd. Hurling training for U8, U10 and U12 every Tuesday evening in Hollywood at 6.30pm.

St Kevins’ Juveniles in connection with the Hollywood Fair are holding a “Make a Scarecrow Competition”. This will be judged on June 25th in Hollywood GAA grounds at 3pm, followed by a BBQ.

The winning scarecrow will take pride of place at The Fair on Saturday August 20th, as well as €50 prize money. Entry fee is €5 and details are available from Martina Traynor or Marie Corrigan.

Cul Camps for Primary School children are fast approaching with the Football taking place in Dunlavin from July 18th to 22nd.

Hurling and Camogie taking place in Hollywood from August 15th to 19th. Cul Camp forms are available from the Club.

Hollywood Hills Tractor Run

The National Rehabilitation Hospital were presented with a cheque for €3607.00 by West Wicklow Classic & Vintage Vehicle Club at a function in Germaines in Baltinglass on Wed night June 8th.

This represented the proceeds from the Hollywood Hills Tractor run held on May 15th last. David Plunkett ,Head of Fundraising , at the NRH, accepted the donation on behalf of the Hospital. David was very impressed by the amount raised and expressed his gratitude to all concerned.

He remarked that the current hospital was built in 1916 and was due to be replaced, but due to current financial cutbacks in state funding this will not now happen. David also stated that the Doctor, Nurses and Therapists at the hospital are doing tremendous work to help get patients back to the best possible condition,

He said that this donation would go directly into patient care in the hospital which currently has one hundred and fourteen patients with about the same number waiting for a place. He added that donations like this will make a difference to the patients in the hospital.

Tom Duffy Junior was presented with an engraved crystal bowl as a mark of the club’s appreciation of all his help and that of his family who provided the field for the run and helped in many ways to make the event the success it was.

Mrs Sheila Duffy also received a presentation in appreciation of her input to the success of the event and during the preparation for it . Many thanks to all who supported in any way.

Lotto Draw

The numbers drawn in last week’s draw were: 14,20,23,24. No winner. The €20 winners were: Lilly Keogh C/O Hollywood Bingo. Karen & Damien O’ Connell, Crehelp. Bill Davoren, Hollywood. Jim Traynor, Hollywood. Pat Early, Blessington. Next Jackpot, €2800. Next Draw June 30th 2011 in the Hollywood Centre.

Bingo

Bingo will take place in the Hollywood Centre on Thursday evening at the usual time of 8.30pm. There are 2 JACPKPOTS of €3000 on offer each week, so why not come along and chance you arm, you never know you could WIN !

Sports Day Art Competition

Children of all ages are invited to submit an entry into the Art Competition for the Sports Day. Your entry should include name, age, phone number and the title of your piece. All entries can be submitted into the Community Centre between 10 and 11am on Saturday 2nd July.

Congratulations

Congratulations to two couples who celebrated marriage in Hollywood very recently. The couples were Barry Condron and Linda Mulryan and Alan Larkin and Cecilia Clancy. We all wish them a long and happy life together.

Parish Office

Remember that the Parish Office is open from Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 1.30pm.

Hollywood Festival

Due to Wicklow v Sligo Match, the Scarecrow competition and BBQ will be rescheduled to 3pm on Saturday June 25th 2011 in the Hollywood GAA Grounds. All are welcome.

Whist

The Annual Whist Drive in aid of the Cemetery will be held in Poulaphouca House on June 16th at 8.30pm. All support greatly appreciated.

Lotto

Last weeks lotto €20 winners were Pat Kiely Hollywood, Catherine Moore Stratford, Pauline Walsh c/o Hollywood Bingo, Mai Fox Baltinglass & Sheila Guing c/o Hollywood Bingo. No Winner of the Jackpot which is now increased to €2600. Next Draw is this Thursday 16th June. Get your ticket from local sellers or in Daly’s Shop.

Bookings/Notes

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

Laragh Glendalough News 20 June

Friday Night Dance

Tommy Carroll will be in the Brockagh Centre this Friday 24 June at 9.30pm. So come along and enjoy a night of dancing and fun. Refreshments available.

Doggies Day Out

Taking the bad weather into account the Dog Show at the Brockagh Centre was a success. Thanks to everyone who came on the day. Thanks to Willie McCoy, Glendalough Fair, Cormac O’Sullivan, Brockagh Centre, Liam Farrington, Rachel Cullen, Glenmalure Lodge who donated the raffle prizes.

• Winner of Large dog – Axel,
• Small Dog – Honey,
• Fancy Dress – Shannie,
• Most Handsome/Prettiest – Master,
• Rescue Dog – Rusty,
• Obedience/Tricks – Jessie,
• Waggiest Tail – Master and
• Best In Show – Glen.
  Two hundred and ten euro was raised for ASH Animal Rescue.

Lunchtime Concert in St Kevins

St Kevin’s Church, Glendalough presents, in concert, the Sanctuary Choir and Lakeminster Ringers of the First Presbyterian Church, Lake Forest, Illinois, USA. St Kevin’s Church Choir will also feature. There will be popular choral works, spirituals, folk songs and music for hand-bell choir on Saturday 9 July, 2011 at 1 p.m. Donations to St. Kevin’s Church Choir Fund.

Pioneer Vigil

Wicklow Deanery Pioneer Vigil on Friday 1 July 2011 (Feast of Sacred Heart) in St. Kevin’s Church, Laragh. This will be followed by Holy Hour and Benediction and will conclude at 8.15 p.m. approximately. All welcome.

Bodhran Classes

Have you always wanted to learn the bodhran well here is your chance. Learn the play along to a tune in 5 lessons. Classes take place in the Brockagh Centre on Monday nights from 8 p.m. Contact Alan on 086 3543206.

GDDA AGM

The AGM for the Glendalough and District Development Association takes place on Wednesday 22 June at 8.30 p.m. in the Brockagh Centre.

Tuesday Night – Dance Night

Tuesday night is dance night at the Brockagh Centre from 9.30 pm till late with the Wicklow Man.

AA Meetings

Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre in Laragh at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night. If you think that you may have a problem with alcohol please come along.

For more info on any of the above visit www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie

Fathers day and Family Fun in Wicklow

Next weekend, Sunday June 19th promises to be a fun filled action packed day out for everyone! The weather forecast is good and we plan on maximising the Gardens at Trudder Lodge with Picnics, Archery, BBQ, Piggy Racing, Live Outdoor Music and other fun activities. We’d love to see you there!

Its fathers day too so drag dad along (optional!!) and enjoy the treats and activities on offer!

This year Trudder Lodge is included in the Wicklow Gardens Festival and what better way to celebrate – by having a fantastic fun day for all the family! The Gardens Festival officially ends on the 19th and we plan on giving it a good send off!

All are welcome to come along between 12 and 6pm to enjoy a fun filled, relaxing, alternative family day out. Bring a picnic or buy one at Trudder…explore the house and gardens, have afternoon tea on the tennis lawn or BBQ on the cobbled courtyard…or sample a glass of wine or fine champagne in the Basement Bar.

There will be live music throughout the afternoon with many activities to entertain both young and old:

• archery lessons
• falconry displays
• treasure hunt
• piggy race
• face painting
• puppet shows
• soprano recital
• art exhibition……and much more!

Entrance is €5 and all children under 10 go free.

Car parking is also available and free.

Just 1 minute from the N11 (take the Newcastle/Newton exit) For more info see www.trudder-lodge.com

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The Tooth whisperer at Blessington dental

Blessington Dental have a new blog nicknamed ‘The Tooth Whispherer‘ which features guest bloggers sharing their professional advice online.

This week features How important is a smile?

The Tooth Whisperer is delighted to introduce our first guest Blogger. Dr. Josephine Mahon who is a specialist orthodontist based in Naas, Co. Kildare.

Her practice is one of the longest established specialist orthodontic practices in Ireland. Josephine originally set-up her orthodontic practice in her home and as it grew she moved it into Naas to a specially designed premises.

She has decided to blog today on the importance of a smile..

“No matter what your age or situation, it is now totally possible to achieve a smile you can be proud of, that gets you noticed, brings you compliments and gives you confidence, without sacrificing your appearance or bank balance.

An attractive smile is youthful and healthy looking, but when your teeth are well aligned, it is also easier to maintain good oral hygiene and therefore have healthy teeth and gums for life…”
Read more from Blessington Dental and The Tooth Whisperer here:
www.blessingtondental.ie/blog/2011/06/how-important-is-a-smile/

U.S. Ambassador Explores Wicklow App

Daniel M. Rooney, U.S. Ambassador to Ireland attended an open forum today in Wicklow County Campus at Clermont College.

As Our new offices are also located here we were delighted to pop downstairs and meet Daniel who very nicely posed for a photo with us as he Explored Wicklow through the use of our new mobile app ExploreWicklow.

The Explore Wicklow App is free for the public to download and will show them shops, tourist information, hotels, bandbs, activity centres and loads more throughout the County of Wicklow.

Get Your Business ‘App’-enning

For businesses that would like to be featured on the Explore Wicklow App why not avail for our AMAZING June offer of addition to the Explore Wicklow App AND each of our four websites:

• Wicklow Business.ie,
• WicklowTourism.ie,
• WicklowNews.ie &
• WOW WhatsOnWicklow.ie

for only €199 – Click here for more details >>

Well done also to Trish from Wicklow Town Hostel who invited the Ambassadors’ eighteen grandchildren to come and stay at her Wicklow Town Hostel at Captain Halpins Bunkhouse the next time they’re in Wicklow!