Issue 1450 April 30th 2023

Mass intentions in Blessington

Teresa Szabo (nee McEvoy) (RD) UK & Late of Ballyknockan, James (Shamie) Hallihan (RD), Enfield, Co Meath

Saturday: Stephen Broe (2nd A), Pat Kelly (A), Dorrie Cahill (A), Geraldine, Mary & Kevin Sheils (A)

Sunday: Patrick Ryall (Months Mind), Breda Mulry (A), John Mulry(A)

We also Remember: George Devoy (A), Nancy & Eugene Keogh (Birthday Rem), Molly & Charlie Keogh (A), Bridget McDonald (A), Teresa McGuire (A), Ann Reid (A)

Monday: Mass offered for the sick.

Tuesday: George Devoy (A), Kay Browne (RD), James (Shamie) Halligan (RD)

Wednesday: Bridget McDonald (A), Sp. Living Intentions

Thursday: Sp. Living Intentions, Birthday Mass

Friday: 1^st Friday, Mass offered for all on the November List of the Dead

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The Lay Ministry Collection will take place on the weekend of 6^th & 7^th May.

 This collection will replace the usual Share collection.

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Saturday 29^th April: Mass times: Blessington 6pm – Confessions: after 6pm Mass, Lacken 7.30pm – 1^st Communion Preparation Mass.

Sunday 30^th April: Mass Times: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 10.00am – 1^st Communion Preparation Mass. Crosschapel: 11.30am

Monday 1^st May: Bank Holiday Mass,10am in Blessington

Tuesday 2^nd May: Rosary & Holy Hour 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady Blessington

Please Note: Time changed to evening for the summer months

Friday 5^th May: 1st Friday of the month, Mass offered for all on the November List of the Dead

First Friday Calls…..If the sick or housebound wish to receive Holy Communion in their home, please call the Parish Office to arrange – 045 865 327.

Easter Dues Envelopes are still available in our Churches for those who would like to contribute. Envelopes can be left in the collection bags/boxes or dropped into the Parish Office during the week.

The Annual Blessing of the Graves & Cemetery Mass will take place in Burgage Cemetery on Sunday 21^st May at 3pm.

St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. 20^th April: 1, 6, 26, 29. €25 Winner: Irene Farrell. Next Jackpot: €2,825

Caretaker Required for Blessington Parish. The ideal candidate will have experience in general maintenance, both indoor & outdoor, & be able to prepare rooms for meetings in the Parish Centre & St. Joseph’s Hall as well as preparing the Church for Liturgical events. Duties will include basic repairs, cleaning, gardening & organizing spaces for events. This is a part-time position with approximately 20 hours per week. Please submit your CV & cover letter to Fr Richard Behan P.P., The Parish Office, Coimin Centre, Church of Our Lady, Blessington, Co. Wicklow or via email: office@blessington.info

Sunday 30^th April – Songs & Tunes Session Zellers of Lacken 6pm to 8:30pm. All listeners, singers, & players welcome. Any song, tune or style; any ability level; all ages. Just for fun! Bring a friend 🙂 Info: Fiona 083 812 7317; lakesidesessions2@gmail.com

GAELSCOIL NA LOCHANNA Cúpla Spás Fágtha- A Few Spaces left for September 2023. INFORMATION EVENING  on 18^th MAY from 7:30pm to 8:30pm for all new/interested parents. with a cupán tae & a chance to chat. INTRODUCTION DAY FOR NEW CHILDREN June 16^th from 1:30pm to 2:30pm (Come see the new classroom & meet new teacher) enquiries to secretary Fíona runai@gaelscoilnalochanna.com

NEW COURSE STARTING IN MAY!! Have fun & meet new friends while learning about budgeting, healthy eating, phones apps & more! For info Baltinglass Further Education Centre 086 846 2771 – 059 648 2642. Email: abebaltinglass@kwetb.ie

The RHSI Russborough Garden Show – Sunday 7^th May from 10am – 4pm in the grounds of Russborough House & Park. Enjoy expert talks on the Speaker Stage featuring Ireland’s favourite garden designer, Diarmuid Gavin, as well as Plantsman Paul Smyth, YouTube sensation Niall McCauley & lots more. Browse the fabulous array of plants & flower sellers. Explore the Walled Garden for tours, demos & family fun & indulge in delicious food & drink at our artisan food market. Tickets €12 on sale now at www.russborough.ie  Children go free!

Humphreystown House Jumble Sale. Something for everyone, Clothing, Toys, Books, Jams, Fabric, Yarn, Bric-a-Brac, Everything must go! Refreshments, Baked Goods, Ice Cream. Saturday 29^th April 10am to 4pm. W91VW58

Valleymount Community Shed Social Night on Saturday 29^th April at 7.30pm in the Stables. Music will be provided by local musicians. All are invited & there will be a cuppa & sandwiches afterwards. Hope you to you there!

Greetings from Spain!! Once again, I will be coming to Blessington in July with a group of students. I am looking for welcoming host families in Blessington & surrounding areas. From 2^nd to 30^th July As usual, students will attend Blessington Community College. (Mon-Fri 9.30am to 5pm) For more information, please contact Triona Mills :089 478 9839 Or Paloma via WhatsApp 0034 628 114 938

Darkness to Light Blessington May 6^th Meet at the Town Square at 4:15am. There will be a warm up taking place beforehand & Brew21 will open early to accommodate people. Register here https://www.darknessintolight.ie/?fbclid=IwAR2DDK_m1qrF4OjDDEZgI8AhgIIcpKPGVWaf8XM8qRzjiU4HFWUay5_5d8

An Evening with Oscar Wilde compiled & performed by Richard Lynch. Naas Library on Thurs 27^th April at 7pm. Call 045 879 111 or Email: naaslib@kildarecoco.ie

Always wanted to sing? Blessington Millennium Choir are looking to recruit new members who love to sing. All Welcome. No Auditions. With mixed ability & experience, we aim to positively impact our community and as such regularly raise funds for organisations & participate in events. So, if you sing in the shower, you are the King or Queen of Karaoke or a keen amateur, Come & Join Us We meet every Tuesday evening 7.30pm to 9.30pm at the Kare Centre, Blessington. For more details please phone (087) 4352385 or (087) 2431499  www.choirbmc.com

Yoga continues in the Coimin Centre on Mondays, 10.45am – 11.45am. Contact Patricia 086 071 7384

Tuesday Rural Bus Service to Naas & Newbridge. Your support is needed to keep this service open. This is ideal as a “shopping bus”. Adult return journey €3.50 & €1 for students. (a free service for many qualifying adults) Departs Blessington Bus Shelter at 10am via Naas to Newbridge (Whitewater Shopping Centre) Departs Whitewater at 1.45pm. Further info: Jane Auld 087 266 0616 or Pat Conlan 086 075 2072

Valleymount Parent & Baby/Toddler Playgroup meets every Thursday during school term from 9.30am to 12 in Valleymount Hall. New parents most welcome. Pop in for a cuppa & a chat.

Piano & Music Theory Lessons. Professional pianist & doctoral researcher in music with over 12 years of teaching experience, offers piano & music theory lessons in Blessington & Ballymore-Eustace. Excellent references. All ages, all levels. Call 089 4276 057 or email sydneyrime@hotmail.com for more information.

Castle Canine Cuts 1 to 1 Dog Grooming Service. Available to groom your small to large breeds. Taking bookings Tuesdays – Saturdays. Call/Text Gillian: 087 764 1911 or find us on Facebook.

Poulaphouca Pitch & Putt Club  www.poulaphoucapitchandputtclub.com  Green Fees or Membership Available, contact Stephen 089 229 8592. Fun Game for all the Family. Weekly Competitions For Members. Affiliated to Pitch and Putt Ireland. Championship Course

2-Bed Studio to Rent  blessingtonstudio@gmail.com Private, Furnished

Computer & Network Services. Office 365, Security, Remote Office. Affordable, Fast, Local. Computer & Laptop Sales: 085 751 2997

League Barbers in Blessington (which is located in the same building as Dunnes Stores & the Moody Rooster Café) are happy to announce that all our haircuts now cost €15 or less! For seniors & U14’s kids it’s even cheaper, all haircuts are max €10! No, this is not just a temporary offer, this price change is valid seven days a week! Pop in & see for yourself!

URGENT Teachers required to teach English to Spanish students in Blessington. Dates :3^rd to 28^th July. Times: 9.30am to 1pm. For more information contact  kinsdale.paloma@gmail.com or 0034 628 11 49 38

Rejuvenating Facials & Holistic Massage in the Blessington area. Limited time offers from €20. Contact: 087 292 9950

Would you like to work for McGreals Pharmacy? McGreals currently have the following opportunities: Accounts Administrator – full time – Blessington. Cleaner – part time – Blessington Pharmacists – full time – Wicklow, Kildare, Westmeath, Meath. To apply for any of the roles, please send a copy of your CV to Deirdre.byrne@mcgreals.ie

The Clutter Fairy. Decluttering, Organisation, Interior Design, Deep Cleaning, Moving House. No obligation, free first consultation. Call: 083 030 5608.  theclutterfairyireland@gmail.com

Septic Tanks Emptied & Digger Hire. Call Dermot or Adam Phibbs 087 799 5320 – 083 037 4750  lizmphibbs6@gmail.com  License no: NWCPO-21-12619-01

GARDENING For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark: 085 133 7714 – Greenleaf Garden Care

Home Maintenance For all those small Repair & Maintenance works around the home. No job too small. References available. Free Quotations. Contact David (045) 401927 or 086 894 9590

Wicklow & Kildare Mental Health Services Counselling & Psychotherapy Aran Centre, Blessington, Co. Wicklow. For Bookings please contact, By phone: 089 274 4920 or e-mail: info@wicklowandkildarementalhealth.ie

Active Appliance Repairs: Having a problem with your appliances. Don’t delay give Karl a call 0863637792

Jones Power Tools Ltd Ride-on Lawnmowers/Push Mowers/Robotic Mowers. From your new purchase to a service on your own Machines. We’re here to help. Jones Power Tools Ltd – Contact 059 81033 or 087 6638788. Find us on Facebook & Instagram

Gas Home for all your gas boiler servicing and repairs. New boiler fitted from €1,899. Over 20 years in Blessington. Phone Stephen 087 906 0894

Castle Canine Cuts 1 to 1 Dog Grooming Service. Available to groom your small to large breeds. Taking bookings Tuesdays – Saturdays Call/Text Gillian 087 764 1911 or find us on Facebook.