Mass intentions in Blessington Fr John Byrne OSA…RD, James McMahon…RD, Baltyboys

Saturday: Micheal Doran…A, David Zambra…Rem, The Smith Family…Rem, Francis Hunt…A

Sunday: John, Joe, & Laurence Wright, Mary Wright… 2nd A, Mary McIntyre…A, Matthew & Margaret Lennon…A, Jim Lennon & Matt Lennon…A, Jack & Micheal Lennon…Rem

Monday: Mass for the Sick & those in Hospital

Tuesday: William Brady…A,  Cecil & Kathleen Collins…A, Peter, Mary & Pat Brady…A, William & Elizabeth Coyle…A

Wednesday: John, Joe, Laurence Wright…A Mary Wright…2nd A

Thursday: May Cahill…A, Barry Woodgate…RD

Friday: Maura Bolger…RD, David Farrell…RD

Dates for your Diary – Healing Mass, Church of Our Lady Blessington, Saturday 15th February, Saturday May 24^th, Saturday September 13^th, Saturday December 13^th All Masses will take place at 11am All are welcome

Feast Days – 11^th Feb – Our Lady of Lourdes. On this day in 1858, Our Lady first appeared to the fourteen-year-old Bernadette Soubirous. Later Bernadette was to learn the the mysterious Lady was the Blessed virgin, and to hear from her lips, ‘I am the immaculate Conception’. In 1992 Pope john Paul II instituted the world day of the sick to be held on the commemoration of Our Lady of Lourdes 11^th Feb – St.Gobnait. St Gobnait is one of the best loved saints in west Cork but only traditions concerning her life survive. The main part of her life was spent in Ballyvourney, Co. Cork, where there has always been a deep devotion to her, and which is a place of pilgrimage on this day and on Pentecost. Her gifts of caring for and curing the sick have been a significant part of her cult through the centuries. Happily, her memorial coincides with the World Day for the Sick. St.Gobnait is the  patron saint of ironworkers, beekeepers & Ballyvourney.

Minister of Eucharist – February 2025 Church of Our Lady Blessington SAT 6PM: Teresa Ball, Colette Fennan & Sara Ortega SUNDAY 10AM: Aisling Molloy & AnnaNora Hudson …The new rota is now out collect your copy in the sacristy or in the Parish Office.

Rosary & Holy Hour  The Holy Hour with Rosary and Adoration will take place every Wed Jan 15th at the new time 10.00am to 11.00 am for the duration of the winter months.

Pray & Play Group In the Coimin Centre, Every Wed 2.45pm to 4.30pm. For children of all ages with their parents, grandparents, guardians. Contact Áine 086 107 0480

Blessington Parish Lotto Numbers on 30^th January: 7,14,15,22. €25 Winner: Niamh Rouse.  Next Jackpot €3000.

POPES INTENTION FOR  FEBRUARY FOR VOCATIONS TO THE PRIESTHOOD AND RELIGIOUS LIFE Let us pray that the ecclesial community might welcome the desires and doubts of those young people who feel a call to serve Christ’s mission in the priesthood and religious life.

Prayer to Our Lady of Lourdes O ever-Immaculate Virgin, Mother of Mercy, health of the sick, refuge of sinners, comforter of the afflicted, you know my wants, my troubles, my sufferings; look with mercy on me. By appearing in the Grotto of Lourdes, you were pleased to make it a privileged sanctuary, whence you dispense your favours; and already many sufferers have obtained the cure of their infirmities, both spiritual and corporal. I come, therefore, with complete confidence to implore your maternal intercession. Obtain, O loving Mother, the grant of my requests. (mention your petition) Through gratitude for your favours, I will endeavour to imitate your virtues, that I may one day share your glory, and bless you in eternity.  Amen.

The Jubilee Prayer Father in heaven, may the faith you have given us in your son, Jesus Christ, our brother, and the flame of charity enkindled in our hearts by the Holy Spirit, reawaken in us the blessed hope for the coming of your Kingdom.

May your grace transform us into tireless cultivators of the seeds of the Gospel. May those seeds transform from within both humanity and the whole cosmos in the sure expectation of a new heaven and a new earth, when, with the powers of Evil vanquished, your glory will shine eternally.

May the grace of the Jubilee reawaken in us, Pilgrims of Hope, a yearning for the treasures of heaven. May that same grace spread the joy and peace of our Redeemer throughout the earth. To you our God, eternally blessed, be glory and praise for ever. Amen

CARE OF THE EARTH  Creatively repurpose unwanted items to put less trash into the world. Instead of throwing things away, give them another purpose by making jewellery, household accessories, or restyled clothing. Upcycling is fun and good for the earth; for example, you could turn an old T-shirt into a grocery bag or use cinder blocks to make outdoor planters. Experiment and look for new ways to reuse old items.

Thought of the Week Success is getting what you want, happiness is wanting what you get. Ingrid Bergman

Pope Francis has chosen the motto “Miserando atque eligendo”, meaning lowly but chosen; literally in Latin ‘by having mercy, by choosing him’.

Blessington Carboot Sunday 23rd February St. Kevin’s Community Centre beside Aldi Store, 8am – 4pm.. Free Customer Parking, Toilet Facilities., Tea / Coffee., Stalls indoor / outdoor facilities, €10 per stall. Bigi Linn –  info. 0860752072 Pat Conlan

Blessington U3A  are pleased to announce our next talk Speaker: Dr Bhadra Parija, Research Scientist in Teagasc Title: “Intercropping of java beans and peas, a new Teagasc project” Date: Tuesday 18th February at 10.30am Venue: Avon Hotel, Blessington All are welcome to attend, Non-members €5 per person.

Lacken Naíonra (Preschool) are now accepting ECCE applications for September 2025. Please email naionra@lackenns.com for further information.

PUPPY RAISERS NEEDED Help to train a future Guide or Assistance Dog by fostering a puppy! This full-time volunteer role involves a pup living in your home from 9 weeks up to 14 months old. To find out more, please email pups@guidedogs.ie or visit www.guidedogs.ie.

Blessington Further Education Centre’s new term starting in January 2025 is open to adults who want to return to education. We provide free classes and work with early school leavers and people who have not been in a learning environment in some time. We work with people who are in employment and also those in receipt of social welfare payments. Classes are offered day, night and afternoon on a part-time basis ranging from 2-6 hours per week. We work at the learner’s pace in a friendly environment We offer classes in: Blow drying hair, – Gardening,-  Art, – Food and nutrition – We can help you with your C.V and interview skills. – Computers/ Laptop & Phones for beginners and those who need to improve their skills.- Horticulture QQI Level 4 – Growing Vegetables, – Office Skills QQI Level 4 – customer service and desktop publishing, Information Technology Skills, – Business Administration QQI Level 5  – word processing and desktop publishing, NEW COURSE IN APPLIED SOCIAL STUDIES – please phone for more details, SNA Level 5 – day class,  FREE Course/Job Guidance service also available We provide 1-1 support to improve English skills of reading and writing as well as numeracy. One of our past students commented that – Leanne said “I was able to talk to my child’s teacher with confidence and express my concerns and listen to advice”. For more information on any of the above please contact us on 045 891099 or email info@blessingtonfetc@kwetb.ie

AWARE SUPPORT & SELF CARE GROUPS If you or those with whom you work wish to connect with people in relation to your mental wellbeing, consider using Aware’s phone-in and Zoom support and self-care groups, support line or support mail. For more information, visit www.aware.ie.

Accord Prayer for Marriage & Family Life God of love, show us our place in this world as channels of your love. Give to us the gift of respect, empathy and understanding. Bless and strengthen our love for each other. Help us to appreciate the value of family life and to live in harmony with all whom we come in contact with. Encourage us, we pray, to act justly, love tenderly and walk humbly with the Lord. Praise be to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT The Irish Hospice Foundation provides a free Bereavement Support Line. This National Freephone Service is available from 10am to 1pm, Monday to Friday, by calling 1800 807077. Visit www.hospicefoundation.ie for more information.

ALZHEIMER CAFÉ NAAS The Alzheimer Café evening takes place on the last Wednesday of every month from 7pm to 9pm in the Convent Tea Rooms at McAuley Place, Sallins Road, Naas (Beside Parish Church). Those living with a dementia, families, carers and professionals with an interest in the area are all welcome to attend. Each month a different speaker will give a perspective on Alzheimer disease and an open discussion takes place with questions and answers.

Always wanted to sing. All Welcome. No Auditions. Blessington Millennium Choir are looking to recruit new members who love to sing. With mixed ability and experience, we aim to positively impact our community and as such regularly raise funds for organisations and 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 7.30 to 9.30pm at the Kare Centre, Blessington For more details please phone (087) 4352385 or (087) 2431499 www.choirbmc.com

Manor Kilbride Community Hall Available for hire for Classes, Training Groups Parties & Events. E: kilbridecommunityhall@gmail.com

Blessington Bridge Club Meets every Monday at 7.30pm in the Kare Centre. All new players welcome.

Blessington Bowls Club meet every Thursday night at 7.30pm in St Kevin’s Hall, Main Street Blessington. Guests are most welcome, why not come along and bring a friend

Blessington GAA are hosting an Irish conversation circle (Ciorcal Comhrá) commencing Tues 18 Feb in Blessington Library  @7.30pm – 8.15pm for 6 weeks. Join us for a “Cupán tae/caife” an d a chat “as Gaeilge.”  No registration required. Free to attend.

Social Dancing. Enjoy an evening of dancing to The Wicklow Man In Donard Community Hall Saturday 15^th February 9pm -12am. All Welcome.

Blessington Millenium Choir  would like to announce our Open Rehearsal Night as part of National Singing week Please come along on Tue 11th Feb 7.30pm-8.30pm for light refreshments, chats with our members & new Musical Director. Everyone welcome.

Did you know… February is derived from the Latin februo which means purity or to cleanse. Because February usually has 28 days, once every 6 years, it’s the only month to have 4 full 7-day weeks. In the years that aren’t leap years (otherwise known as common years), February and March start on the same day of the week. Also, In February, the most important days are World Cancer Day, National Day of Sri Lanka, World Pulses Day, World Radio Day, International Mother Language Day, World NGO Day, National Science Day, and World Scout Day.

Paragon Bathrooms We design, supply & fit your dream bathroom in just 5 days! Wicklow Co.Co approved for grant work on mobility bathrooms Call Aidan 085 137 8770 for an appointment at our showroom on Blessington Main St.

Job Vacancies Sakura Montessori require. Childcare Practitioner. 8.45am – 12.30pm Mon – Fri. Minimum FETAC qualification level 6 in Childcare. A good command of the Irish language an advantage. Afterschool Leader 1.30pm – 6.00pm Monday – Friday. Ability to work with 5–12-year-olds doing English, Irish & Maths homework. Please apply with CV and cover letter to Antoinette Byrne at antoinettebyrnesakurabless@gmail.com

Professional Tree Care Tree pruning, Tree Removal, Emergency tree works, Hedge Maintenance We are your local tree service, with over 15 years in the tree industry. Fully qualified & insured. Call Shane Keogh 0833846287 Email info@protree.ie

GARDENING SERVICES Grass cutting / Ride on lawnmower Push Lawnmower, Hedge cutting Chainsaw Cutting, Splitting Timber, Spraying, Weeding, Power washing Driveway Patios, General Maintenance around your home. Just Call for reasonable Quates/ Price. Call or text 0876640695

Job Opportunity at VENTAC Blessington Ventac design, manufacture and supply acoustic solutions for the vehicle & industrial sectors. We are recruiting a Marketing Executive on a fixed-term basis for our head our offices at Fitzwilliam House, Blessington, Co Wicklow W91 V972. The successful candidate must be organised, enthusiastic & be able to work on their own initiative with acute attention to detail. For more information & to apply, email your CV and cover letter to hr@ventac.com

Daz Auto Motors Blessington Newly opened a small garage for motor repairs and car valeting Contact 0894564703 Beside Pet Hospital in Blessington Unit 4 Blessington Industrial Estate W91HY32

Ustore @ Hollywood Large storage area available Phone 087-356-7601 €100 Per month

Catriona Byrne & Co Solicitors BESIDE AIB – OVER 20 YEARS ESTABLISHED FOR ALL YOUR LEGAL NEEDS 3 Mill Bank, Blessington County Wicklow Tel: 045 857 537 www.catrionsbyrne.ie

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

Blessington Counselling & Psychotherapy – Mandy Downes MAPCP 085 134 9813 Specialist in CBT & Solution focused Therapy

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

Driving instructor RSA and ADI approved.  Contact Michael 087 459 4258  for bookings.

GF Services Tile Cleaning Upholstery Cleaning Carpet Cleaning 0899889861 info@gfservices.ie

Painter & Decorator Interior & Exterior Call Damien 085 826 0431

HEADSTONES McEvoy Monumental Works Blessington. Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years. Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessington Call: Mick 045 865 487 – 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487 www.mcevoymonumentalworks.com

Local Builder Available All services under one roof, Windows & Doors, Plumbing, Tiling, Roofing, Plastering, Electrical, Carpentry, Insulation. All levels of construction services available. Fully registered. Call Paul: 086 309 1829

Paying too much for SKY or Virgin Media? We Install or Repair Free to Air & Saorview! No more Bills! Call Billy 086 868 0053

Eagle Cleaning Solutions Chimney Cleaning, Exterior Power Washing, Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning & Repairs. Find us on Facebook! Call for appointment: 087 247 4388. info@eaglecleaningsolutions.com

German Autoworks – Service Specialist VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel – Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.ie

Function Rooms available at the Avon Call 045 900670 for further info.

Mass intentions in Blessington

Saturday: Peggy Howlin…A, Noel Daniel Carroll…A, Sean & Betty Tutty…A, Lily Horan…A, Mary & Jimmy McDonald McGuire…A   Gerard O’Hanlon…Birthday Rem

Sunday: Maureen & Sidney Hambly…A, Sean & Elizabeth O Donnell…A, Christopher Flanagan…A, Alice Ryall…1st A, Winnie McDermot…A, Peter & Annie Fennell…A

Monday: Mass for the Sick & those in Hospital

Tuesday: Jim McEnroe…RD, Tom Lynch…RD

Wednesday: Terry Gaffney…RD, Rosaleen Barry…RD

Thursday: Jim Barker…RD, Una Marren…RD

Friday: Una Parks…RD, Christine Kennedy…RD

Dates for your Diary – Healing Mass, Church of Our Lady Blessington, Saturday 15th February, Saturday May 24^th, Saturday September 13^th, Saturday December 13^th All Masses will take place at 11am All are welcome

Funding Appeal

Our Parish Finances are in a very fragile state. There are many reasons for this – dwindling congregations, lack of regular income, peoples’ own financial situations etc. Historically, our Parish account had been with the Ulster Bank. When that closed, we lost quite a frightening number of Standing Orders. So much so, we are operating from month to month at the moment. I am asking you to consider renewing your standing order with your Bank, and, if your resources permit, to increase your contributions. We need a regular income on which we can depend.

The offerings given at Mass on Sundays do not stay in the parish. They are for the diocesan salaries of priests, and for the support of parishes poorer than our own. The money we rely on comes from the envelopes, the standing orders, and whatever rental income we can generate from our buildings.

Thank you in advance for supporting your parishes. Standing Order forms are available at the back of our churches. As we continue to build the church of the future in hope, may the Lord bless us and the gifts we are able to give.

Feast Days. 27^th Jan – St. Angela Merici. St. Angela Merici was born March 21in Italy. Angela received the gift of visions that inspired her to teach young girls about God and to form them for holy living. Young girls who would gather in Angela’s home each day to learn to be better Christians. when she was near 50, Angela went to Rome during the Holy Year of 1525 for the jubilee indulgence. On the way, she was suddenly and strangely struck blind and remained do for four months. Her sight was eventually restored on the return voyage. The Catholic Church canonized her as a saint in 1807. She is the patron saint of sickness, disabled and physically challenged people, and those grieving the loss of parents. 28^th Jan – St Thomas Aquinas. St. Thomas Aquinas was a famous Italian theologian from the 13th century. He was famous for reconciling theology and philosophy, which started the movement known as scholasticism. He spent many years in monasteries learning about religion. Thomas’s best-known works are the unfinished Summa Theologica, or Summa Theologian, the Disputed Questions on Truth and the Summa contra Gentiles. His commentaries on Christian Scripture and on Aristotle also form an important part of his body of work. St Thomas is the patron saint of universities and scholars. He died in a monastery in 1274.

Minister of Eucharist – February 2025 Church of Our Lady Blessington SAT 6PM: Teresa Ball, Colette Fennan & Sara Ortega SUNDAY 10AM: Aisling Molloy & AnnaNora Hudson …The new rota is now out collect your copy in the sacristy or in the Parish Office.

Rosary & Holy Hour  The Holy Hour with Rosary and Adoration will resume on Wed Jan 15th at the new time 10.00am to 11.00 am for the duration of the winter months.

Pray & Play Group In the Coimin Centre, Every Wed 2.45pm to 4.30pm. For children of all ages with their parents, grandparents, guardians. Contact Áine 086 107 0480

Dates for your Diary – Healing Mass, Church of Our Lady Blessington, Saturday 15th February, Saturday May 24^th, Saturday September 13^th, Saturday December 13^th. All Masses will take place at 11am. All are welcome.

Blessington Parish Lotto Numbers on 16^th January: 12,12,18,20. €25 Winner: Emma Murphy.  Next Jackpot €2950.

Prayer to St Angela Merici May the Virgin St. Angela never fail to commend us to Your compassion, O Lord, we pray, that, following the lessons of her charity and prudence, we may hold fast to Your teaching and express it in what we do. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen

St Thomas Aquinas Prayer before study Grant me a penetrating mind to understand, a retentive memory, method and ease in learning, the lucidity to comprehend, and abundant grace in expressing myself. Guide the beginning of my work, direct its progress, and bring it to successful completion. Amen

The Jubilee Prayer Father in heaven, may the faith you have given us in your son, Jesus Christ, our brother, and the flame of charity enkindled in our hearts by the Holy Spirit, reawaken in us the blessed hope for the coming of your Kingdom.

May your grace transform us into tireless cultivators of the seeds of the Gospel. May those seeds transform from within both humanity and the whole cosmos in the sure expectation of a new heaven and a new earth, when, with the powers of Evil vanquished, your glory will shine eternally.

May the grace of the Jubilee reawaken in us, Pilgrims of Hope, a yearning for the treasures of heaven. May that same grace spread the joy and peace of our Redeemer throughout the earth. To you our God, eternally blessed, be glory and praise for ever. Amen

CARE OF THE EARTH  Create habitats (by not tidying up!) Leaving areas of your garden undisturbed, allowing fallen leaves, branches and other debris to form a natural mulch, provides a protective shelter for insects and small creatures such as toads and newts to tuck themselves away from the elements.

Thought of the Week The Giant in front of you is never bigger than the God inside of you

POPES INTENTION FOR  January For the right to an education Let us pray for migrants, refugees and those affected by war, that their right to an education, which is necessary to build a better world, might always be respected.

Escorted Tour to Westport, Knock & Co Mayo, 10th February 2025. €699.00 pps.  Price includes return train, 4 nights’ in 4* Castlecourt Hotel, Westport with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast. Lunch on three days. All entertainment, excursions and transport included. Visit Knock, Galway City, Kylemore Abbey, Croagh Patrick, Fr. Peyton Centre, Quiet Man Museum.  Single supplement on Enquiry.  Contact 094 900 6426 or 087 1890 236 or email knockpilgrimages@gmail.com.

Pope Francis has chosen the motto “Miserando atque eligendo”, meaning lowly but chosen; literally in Latin ‘by having mercy, by choosing him’.

St Brigid’s N.S. are accepting enrolments for all pupils wishing to start in September 2025.  Please contact the school office on 01-4582550 for an enrolment form. St Brigid’s will also be having an open evening for all prospective students and their families on Wednesday 5th February 2025.  The school will be open  from 6.30pm till 7.30pm.  All the staff look forward to  seeing you there.

Lacken Naíonra (Preschool) are now accepting ECCE applications for September 2025. Please email naionra@lackenns.com for further information.

Experienced home help sought Manor Kilbride area for full time care of back injury recovery female patient with limited mobility, on site own door accommodation available that may suit a couple. Contact 087 4270780.

Childminder available In Minders home Fully qualified Level 5 First Aid 087 2676094

Childminder needed Manor Kilbride Home. Part time from 2pm approx. 5.30pm Monday to Thursday.  Friday flexible. Please call Anne 0868590772

PUPPY RAISERS NEEDED Help to train a future Guide or Assistance Dog by fostering a puppy! This full-time volunteer role involves a pup living in your home from 9 weeks up to 14 months old. To find out more, please email pups@guidedogs.ie or visit www.guidedogs.ie.

Blessington Further Education Centre’s new term starting in January 2025 is open to adults who want to return to education. We provide free classes and work with early school leavers and people who have not been in a learning environment in some time. We work with people who are in employment and also those in receipt of social welfare payments. Classes are offered day, night and afternoon on a part-time basis ranging from 2-6 hours per week. We work at the learner’s pace in a friendly environment We offer classes in: Blow drying hair, – Gardening,-  Art, – Food and nutrition – We can help you with your C.V and interview skills. – Computers/ Laptop & Phones for beginners and those who need to improve their skills.- Horticulture QQI Level 4 – Growing Vegetables, – Office Skills QQI Level 4 – customer service and desktop publishing, Information Technology Skills, – Business Administration QQI Level 5  – word processing and desktop publishing, NEW COURSE IN APPLIED SOCIAL STUDIES – please phone for more details, SNA Level 5 – day class,  FREE Course/Job Guidance service also available We provide 1-1 support to improve English skills of reading and writing as well as numeracy. One of our past students commented that – Leanne said “I was able to talk to my child’s teacher with confidence and express my concerns and listen to advice”. For more information on any of the above please contact us on 045 891099 or email info@blessingtonfetc@kwetb.ie

AWARE SUPPORT & SELF CARE GROUPS If you or those with whom you work wish to connect with people in relation to your mental wellbeing, consider using Aware’s phone-in and Zoom support and self-care groups, support line or support mail. For more information, visit www.aware.ie.

Accord Prayer for Marriage & Family Life God of love, show us our place in this world as channels of your love. Give to us the gift of respect, empathy and understanding. Bless and strengthen our love for each other. Help us to appreciate the value of family life and to live in harmony with all whom we come in contact with. Encourage us, we pray, to act justly, love tenderly and walk humbly with the Lord. Praise be to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT The Irish Hospice Foundation provides a free Bereavement Support Line. This National Freephone Service is available from 10am to 1pm, Monday to Friday, by calling 1800 807077. Visit www.hospicefoundation.ie for more information.

ALZHEIMER CAFÉ NAAS The Alzheimer Café evening takes place on the last Wednesday of every month from 7pm to 9pm in the Convent Tea Rooms at McAuley Place, Sallins Road, Naas (Beside Parish Church). Those living with a dementia, families, carers and professionals with an interest in the area are all welcome to attend. Each month a different speaker will give a perspective on Alzheimer disease and an open discussion takes place with questions and answers.

A Prayer for our Parish Heavenly Father, Bless our Church and our parish, And all the good work that goes on in them. May all who are Christians live and work together for the good of each other and the glory of your Name. May those who do not know you be brought by our example to a loving knowledge and peace with you. Amen

West Wicklow Cancer Support  welcomes you to our January Drop In evening. “Menopause and Perimenopause” Let’s have a chat!  Join us for an information evening and real-life chat about Menopause and Perimenopause with nurse and hormonal health coach Ashleigh Tobin. This session is suitable for everyone regardless of age or gender. Start your year the right way and arm yourself with the relevant information you need to safeguard your body and mental wellbeing during this transition. Thursday the 30th of January 2025 , 7:30pm The Coimin Centre, Blessington. No booking required, open to all, come with a friend or partner. Contact us on 087 4346004  westwicklow15@gmail.com  with any enquiries.

Always wanted to sing. All Welcome. No Auditions. Blessington Millennium Choir are looking to recruit new members who love to sing. With mixed ability and experience, we aim to positively impact our community and as such regularly raise funds for organisations and 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 7.30 to 9.30pm at the Kare Centre, Blessington For more details please phone (087) 4352385 or (087) 2431499 www.choirbmc.com

Manor Kilbride Community Hall Available for hire for Classes, Training Groups Parties & Events. E: kilbridecommunityhall@gmail.com

Blessington Bridge Club Meets every Monday at 7.30pm in the Kare Centre. All new players welcome.

Blessington Bowls Club meet every Thursday night at 7.30pm in St Kevin’s Hall, Main Street Blessington. Guests are most welcome, why not come along and bring a friend

GARDENING SERVICES Grass cutting / Ride on lawnmower Push Lawnmower , Hedge cutting Chainsaw Cutting ,Splitting Timber, Spraying,Weeding, Powerwashing Driveway Patios, General Maintenance around your home .Just Call for reasonable Quates/ Price. Call or text 0876640695

Job Opportunity at VENTAC Blessington Ventac design, manufacture and supply acoustic solutions for the vehicle & industrial sectors. We are recruiting a Marketing Executive on a fixed-term basis for our head our offices at Fitzwilliam House, Blessington, Co Wicklow W91 V972. The successful candidate must be organised, enthusiastic & be able to work on their own initiative with acute attention to detail. For more information & to apply, email your CV and cover letter to hr@ventac.com

Daz Auto Motors Blessington Newly opened a small garage for motor repairs and car valeting Contact 0894564703 Beside Pet Hospital in Blessington Unit 4 Blessington Industrial Estate W91HY32

Ustore @ Hollywood Large storage area available Phone 087-356-7601 €100 Per month

Catriona Byrne & Co Solicitors BESIDE AIB – OVER 20 YEARS ESTABLISHED FOR ALL YOUR LEGAL NEEDS 3 Mill Bank, Blessington County Wicklow Tel: 045 857 537 www.catrionsbyrne.ie

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

Blessington Counselling & Psychotherapy – Mandy Downes MAPCP 085 134 9813 Specialist in CBT & Solution focused Therapy

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

Driving instructor RSA and ADI approved.  Contact Michael 087 459 4258  for bookings.

GF Services Tile Cleaning Upholstery Cleaning Carpet Cleaning 0899889861 info@gfservices.ie

Painter & Decorator Interior & Exterior Call Damien 085 826 0431

HEADSTONES McEvoy Monumental Works Blessington. Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years. Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessington Call: Mick 045 865 487 – 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487 www.mcevoymonumentalworks.com

Local Builder Available All services under one roof, Windows & Doors, Plumbing, Tiling, Roofing, Plastering, Electrical, Carpentry, Insulation. All levels of construction services available. Fully registered. Call Paul: 086 309 1829

Paying too much for SKY or Virgin Media? We Install or Repair Free to Air & Saorview! No more Bills! Call Billy 086 868 0053

Eagle Cleaning Solutions Chimney Cleaning, Exterior Power Washing, Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning & Repairs. Find us on Facebook! Call for appointment: 087 247 4388. info@eaglecleaningsolutions.com

German Autoworks – Service Specialist VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel – Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.ie

Function Rooms available at the Avon Call 045 900670 for further info.