The Irish Wheelchair Association are holding a Church Gate Collection next weekend, 24th and 25th Aug at all Masses. They are depending on local volunteers to collect on the day. If you are available to help, please contact Jacqui on 086-1284124 or email Jacqui.oconnor@iwa.ie
Sunday 18thAugust 2019
►Valleymount Country from 10am to 3pm in Valleymount Hall
►Monthly Envelopes for August are due. We would appreciate it if they are left in the Church at Mass or dropped into the Parish Office any morning. Many thanks contributors & collectors for your continued support.
Tuesday 20thAugust 2019
►Citizens Information Centre will be closed for the month of August. Reopening on Tuesday, 3rd September. Queries can be made to 0761 07 4000 Mon-Fri 9am-8pm.
►Eucharistic Adoration from 7.30pm to 8.30pm in Blessington Church.
Wednesday 21stAugust 2019
►Citizens Information Centre will be closed for the month of August. Reopening on Tuesday, 3rd September. Queries can be made to 0761 07 4000 Mon-Fri 9am-8pm.
►The Rosary will be offered at 7.30pm for the intentions of our families in Blessington Church
►The Irish Blood Transfusion Service Board’s Mobile Unit will be at the Community College Blessington from 5pm to 8.30pm. 3000 units are needed overall each week & donors are especially needed at this time of the year.
Sunday 25thAugust 2019
►Cemetery Mass Baltyboys at 12 noon. PLEASE NOTE: there will be no 11.15am Mass in Valleymount that day.
Mass Intentions this Week
Sheila Zeller (RD)
Saturday 6pm: Hugh Collins (RD) Una Sweeney (RD)
Sunday 10am: Johnny Brown (A) Stephen Lunders (A)
We also Remember the following: Cora Stoodley (A) Christy Dempsey (Rem) Martin & Nora Murphy (A) Gabriel & Seamus Murphy (A) Lillian D’Arcy (A) Sheila Roche (A) Margaret & Bernard Lynch (A)
Monday: Mass for those on the list for Sick
Tuesday: Kitty Murphy (RD) Pat Kavanagh (A)
Wednesday: Noreen Moran (RD Barry O’Donnell (Rem)
Thursday: Cora Stoodley (A) Mick & Teresa Byrne (A) Bill O’Kelly (A) Thomas & Dora Byrne (A) Phyllis Wynne (A)
Friday: Blessington Deceased Mass Card List
The Tea Room at the Coimin Centre will close for staff holidays from Tuesday 20th August for two weeks. We will re-open on Tuesday 3rd September. Tea Room Public Opening Hours will then be as follows: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday from 9am to 12 noon. TEA, COFFEE AND LIGHT REFRESHMENTS. All proceeds towards the running of the Coimin Centre. Thank you for your support.
Visitation of the Sick: If there are any parishioners ill, at home or in hospital who would like a visit from a priest, please contact the Parish Office to let us know and to make arrangements 045 865 327
“West Wicklow Cancer Support, Weekly Meditation with essential oils hosted by Gemma Deeney continues Wednesdays 11.30am at the Primary Care Centre Blessington. Info: 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com Just come along & do bring a friend. “The best cure for the body is a quiet mind”
Email your Community Group News to office@blessington.info
A Date for your Diary – A Week of Guided Prayer from 29th Sept to 5th October. During this week of Guided Prayer, you will have the opportunity to meet a prayer guide on a daily basis who will help to direct and deepen your prayer life. This week is also time where we will encourage a spirit of prayer in which everyone can participate.
Attention Calling all who have relatives in Rathmore Graveyard. A volunteer clean-up day has been arranged for Saturday 24th Aug from 11am onwards. This is to coincide with National Heritage Week, bring a strimmer rake or fork, we are hoping for a big turn out on the day. Bernie Phibbs
Local St Vincent de Paul 087 181 1579
Dance in Hollywood Community Centre on Saturday 17th August. Dancing 9pm to 12 midnight. Music by Jimmy Hynes & the Crusaders. Adm: €10 Students €5. Refreshments included
The Community Pool for West Wicklow Campaign is a year old and we are having a PARTY! Come help us celebrate in the Hippodrome at Russborough House on August 17th from 1pm to 4pm. This is a FREE family event to thank the people of West Wicklow for your support. We’ll have face painting, music with East Coast FM, dancing, games with Wicklow Local Sports Partnership, water safety tips from Water Safety Ireland and of course cake!
“Ceiliuradh a Celtic Miscellany” – an acoustic, candlelit celebration of song & music hosted by Blessington Comhaltas in St. Kevin’s Church, Hollywood, Co. Wicklow on Saturday 24th August at 8pm. Phil Callery of The Voice Squad – Maca (Anúna & Riverdance) – Ger Fitzgerald, Bean an Sean Nos – Ninette De Valois Ballet, Ruth Shine Dance Troupe, Fear an Tí, Paddy Gleeson. A Heritage Week Celebration, further info: Pat Conlan: 086 075 2072. Free Event….Bigi Linn…..Please Support.
Do you enjoy movement? We are looking for people interested in taking part in a community dance project as part of the Ninette de Valois festival. No dance experience required. All ages (8-80 and beyond!), genders, shapes and sizes are welcome. Email Ruth if you are interested ruthshineschoolofdance1@gmail.com
View photos of recent events in Valleymount parish at www.valleymountparish.ie
Line Dance Classes every Tuesday afternoon from 3pm to 4.15pm and on Thursday night from 7pm to 8.15pm. All welcome €7 per class in Manor Kilbride Hall
West Wicklow Cancer Support in conjunction with our East Coast FM Coffee morning fundraiser have a signed GAA Dublin All Ireland Champions jersey for auction! Possibly the most successful Dublin Team of all time. If you would like to own this splendid piece of memorabilia, please call/email: 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com
Interest in a social cycle in Blessington? Cycling Ireland community rides are gentle, social bike rides for adults, led by an experienced cyclist, followed by a coffee and chat. Register for free at www.axacommunitybikerides.com
Under 13’s Girls Soccer – Blessington AFC are looking for girls born in 2007/2008 to join a new team for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact David on 086 8574213
Under 16’s Soccer – Blessington AFC are looking for players born in 2004 to join a new team for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact John on 085 7122895
Happy Faces Community Playgroup are now enrolling for September 2019, we offer ECCE & part time places, at Happy Faces we support & encourage young children through a planned play-based curriculum, to grow into independent little people, who have a love for life & learning, enquires please phone 085 128 1605 alternatively email happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie Find us on Facebook.
Blessington AFC have a number of spaces on our squads for new players born in 2007 to join our teams for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact Lar on 086 701 4949
Blessington Gaelic 4 Mothers & Others Team is looking for new members. Our training sessions are focused on building up fitness with a bit of football thrown in! If you fancy trying something different & meeting some new people, please come along on Tuesday at 7.30pm
Hollywood Walking Trail, meet every Tuesday at 6.45pm outside Tutty’s Pub. Great walks for the experienced walker & brief walks for those not the best “on their feet”. Please come along & join in.
8th Wicklow Blessington Scout Group APPEAL FOR NEW LEADERS FOR OUR BEAVER SECTION. We are a parent run organization, now is the time to join up, if we don’t get parents to join, we will not be in a position to take on any new children. Benefits of becoming a leader; your number one priority in scouts becomes FUN. You learn new skills. Your children will bypass the waiting list and secure a place. If you are interested, please contact Tristan Geoghegan (086) 780 2938.
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“TOUCH” Supporting Vulnerable children in “Our World” are holding a Church Gate Collection this weekend, 10th and 11th August at all Masses. All the money raised will go towards the building of a new hospital for children with mental health problems in Kathmandu, Nepal. Please Support.
Saturday 10thAugust 2019
►Sacrament of the Sick & Healing Mass at 12 noon in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. There will be tea & coffee served in the Coimin Centre after Mass.
Sunday 11thAugust 2019
►Car Boot Sale (Des Redmond Charities) in St. Kevin’s Hall Sunday 11th August from 7am to 4pm. €10 per table, Free Car Park, Tea & Coffee. Pat Conlan 086 075 2072
Tuesday 13thAugust 2019
► Citizens Information Centre will be closed for the month of August. Reopening on Tuesday, 3rd September. Queries can be made to 0761 07 4000 Mon-Fri 9am-8pm.
►Eucharistic Adoration from 7.30pm to 8.30pm in Blessington Church.
Wednesday 14thAugust 2019
► Citizens Information Centre will be closed for the month of August. Reopening on Tuesday, 3rd September. Queries can be made to 0761 07 4000 Mon-Fri 9am-8pm.
►The Rosary will be offered at 7.30pm for the intentions of our families in Blessington Church
►Bethany Bereavement Support group available for caring confidential support from 8pm to 9pm no appointment necessary.
Thursday 15thAugust 2019
►Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary – Holy Day Masses
10.00am: Church of Our Lady Blessington
11.00am: Manor Kilbride
11.15am: Valleymount
11.30am Eadestown
8.00pm Church of Our Lady Blessington
Mass Intentions this Week
Kitty Murphy (RD)
Saturday 6pm: Frank O’Neill (1st A) John Lyons (RD)
Sunday 10am: Michael Conway (A) Alice Tyrrell (A) Michael & Mary Dunne (A) Tommy & Liam Dunne (A)
We also Remember the following:
Peg Clarke (A) Mary & John Crickley (A) Julia Fitzgerald (A) Danny Horgan (A)
Monday: Mass for those on the list for Sick
Tuesday: Patsy Hamilton (RD) Margaret Higgins ((RD)
Wednesday: Marcus McEllistrem (A) Rosaleen Mulroy (Rem)
Holy Day Thursday 15th August:
10am: Living Int, Living Int
8pm: Bill Murphy (RD) James King (RD)
Friday: Get Well, Living Int
Cemetery Mass Baltyboys Sun 25th August at 12 noon.
The Irish Blood Transfusion Service Board’s Mobile Unit will be at the Community College Blessington on Wednesday 21st August from 5pm to 8.30pm. Some 3000 units are needed overall each week & donors are especially needed at this time of the year. Blessington has a proud record of being one of the best supported clinics outside of Dublin, so keep up the good work.
iPhone 7 LOST LAST WEDNESDAY between St Patrick’s Well, the Village & Blessington Abbey, REWARD OFFERED please call: 086 328 6705
Visitation of the Sick: If there are any parishioners ill, at home or in hospital who would like a visit from a priest, please contact the Parish Office to let us know and to make arrangements 045 865 327
“West Wicklow Cancer Support, Blessington & District Forum’s Community Group of the Year 2019” Weekly Meditation with essential oils hosted by Gemma Deeney continues Wednesdays 11.30am at the Primary Care Centre Blessington. Contact us on 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com should you wish to book a place or just come along and do bring a friend. “The best cure for the body is a quiet mind”
View photos of recent events in Valleymount parish at www.valleymountparish.ie
Email your Community Group News to office@blessington.info
“West Wicklow Cancer Support in conjunction with our East Coast FM Coffee morning fundraiser have a signed GAA Dublin All Ireland Champions jersey for auction! Possibly the most successful Dublin Team of all time. If you would like to own this splendid piece of memorabilia, please call/email: 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com
Interest in a social cycle in Blessington? Cycling Ireland community rides are gentle, social bike rides for adults, led by an experienced cyclist, followed by a coffee and chat. Register for free at www.axacommunitybikerides.com
Under 13’s Girls Soccer – Blessington AFC are looking for girls born in 2007/2008 to join a new team for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact David on 086 8574213
Under 16’s Soccer – Blessington AFC are looking for players born in 2004 to join a new team for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact John on 085 7122895
Never, ever underestimate the importance of having fun!!
Try Sailing at BLSC this Summer. With courses for children aged 6 to 18 years of all abilities, choose Blessington Sailing Club for your child’s Summer adventure. For booking and more info, please email Alex at alextpocock@gmail.com, or find us on Facebook.
Happy Faces Community Playgroup are now enrolling for September 2019, we offer ECCE & part time places, at Happy Faces we support & encourage young children through a planned play-based curriculum, to grow into independent little people, who have a love for life & learning, enquires please phone 085 128 1605 alternatively email happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie Find us on Facebook.
Blessington AFC have a number of spaces on our squads for new players born in 2007 to join our teams for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact Lar on 086 701 4949
Blessington Gaelic 4 Mothers & Others Team is looking for new members. Our training sessions are focused on building up fitness with a bit of football thrown in! If you fancy trying something different & meeting some new people, please come along on Tuesday at 7.30pm
Hollywood Walking Trail, meet every Tuesday at 6.45pm outside Tutty’s Pub. Great walks for the experienced walker & brief walks for those not the best “on their feet”. Please come along & join in.
Local St Vincent de Paul 087 181 1579
Do you enjoy movement? We are looking for people interested in taking part in a community dance project as part of the Ninette de Valois festival. No dance experience required. All ages (8-80 and beyond!), genders, shapes and sizes are welcome. Email Ruth if you are interested ruthshineschoolofdance1@gmail.com
View photos of recent events in Valleymount parish at www.valleymountparish.ie
The Community Pool for West Wicklow Campaign is a year old and we are having a PARTY! Come help us celebrate in the Hippodrome at Russborough House on August 17th from 1pm to 4pm. This is a FREE family event to thank the people of West Wicklow for your support. We’ll have face painting, music with East Coast FM, dancing, games with Wicklow Local Sports Partnership, water safety tips from Water Safety Ireland and of course cake!
Computers for the Terrified! 1 to 1 training for over 55’s Are you frustrated by your lack of computer skills? Do you feel that the digital age has passed you by? Are you confused by well-meaning family instruction (i.e. no patience with you!) LEARN HOW TO: Search the Internet Send & Receive Emails. Shop and Book Flights. Use your own device or use computers available at some venues. Age Action runs beginner courses in Computers, iPads and Tablets for older people who have little or no experience or for the absolutely terrified! Courses run once a week for 5 or 6 weeks. ALL COURSES ARE FREE OF CHARGE. Classes will be held in Blessington Library. For more information about the course or if you would like to become a volunteer phone (01) 475 6989
8th Wicklow Blessington Scout Group APPEAL FOR NEW LEADERS FOR OUR BEAVER SECTION. We are a parent run organization, now is the time to join up, if we don’t get parents to join, we will not be in a position to take on any new children. Benefits of becoming a leader; your number one priority in scouts becomes FUN. You learn new skills. Your children will bypass the waiting list and secure a place. If you are interested, please contact Tristan Geoghegan (086) 780 2938.
Good friends are like stars.
You don’t always see them,
but you know they’re always there.
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“TOUCH” Supporting Vulnerable children in “Our World” are holding a Church Gate Collection next weekend 10th and 11th August at all Masses All the money raised will go towards the building of a new hospital for children with mental health problems in Kathmandu, Nepal. Please Support.
Monday 5thAugust 2019
►Bank Holiday Mass at 11am in Blessington
►Guided Prayer, Benediction & Music at 8pm in Lacken Church. All are welcome.
Tuesday 6thAugust 2019
►Citizens Information Centre in Blessington Library from 1pm to 4pm. Legal advice service on 1st & 3rd Tues of month by appointment
►Eucharistic Adoration from 7.30pm to 8.30pm in Blessington Church.
Wednesday 7thAugust 2019
►The Citizens Information Centre is open in Blessington Library today 10am to 12.30pm.
►The Rosary will be offered at 7.30pm for the intentions of our families in Blessington Church
Mass Intentions this Week
Margaret Higgin (RD) Maureen Kenny (RD)
Saturday 6pm: John McNamara (Mths Mind) and his parents Joseph & Josephine McNamara (A) Peter Cummins (A), Charlie & Molly Keogh (A)
Sunday 10am: Edward Conroy (Mths Mind) Marie Clegg (Mths Mind)
We also Remember the following:
Monday: Mass for those on the list for Sick
Tuesday: Barry O’Donnell (Rem) Teresa Dunne (RD)
Wednesday: Frank O’Neill (1st A) Maureen Kenny (RD)
Thursday: Get Well, Get Well
Friday: Thanksgiving Mass, Birthday Rem
Local St Vincent de Paul 087 181 1579
Newsletter Advertising Rates For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Final cut-off for receiving adverts is Wednesday 10am You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office or by bank transfer. Office open from 9am to 1pm Monday to Friday and from 3pm to 4pm Monday to Thursday (subject to availability of volunteers)
Many thanks to Deirdre Keogh for her very generous donation to the Coimin Centre Blessington, from her fundraising for the Women’s Mini-Marathon recently. It is greatly appreciated and will be put to very good use in the running of the Coimin Centre.
Visitation of the Sick: If there are any parishioners ill, at home or in hospital who would like a visit from a priest, please contact the Parish Office to let us know and to make arrangements 045 865 327
“West Wicklow Cancer Support, Blessington & District Forum’s Community Group of the Year 2019” Weekly Meditation with essential oils hosted by Gemma Deeney continues Wednesdays 11.30am at the Primary Care Centre Blessington. Contact us on 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com should you wish to book a place or just come along and do bring a friend. “The best cure for the body is a quiet mind”
Lough Derg: Final dates for this summer’s pilgrimages to Lough Derg takes place from the 9 – 11 August (season ends on 15 august) – direct from Dublin cost is €115 pensioners and students €105. To book please phone: 086 3853027 or 01 4941171.
View photos of recent events in Valleymount parish at www.valleymountparish.ie Email your Community Group News to office@blessington.info
The winners of the July Draw in aid of Valleymount Church Renovation fund are Ita & Jim Hill, Jenny & Glen Cullen, Fr Richard Behan, Ann Mc Donald, Fiona Shannon. Each received €100
Cemetery Mass Baltyboys Sun 25th August at 12 noon.
Interest in a social cycle in Blessington? Cycling Ireland community rides are gentle, social bike rides for adults, led by an experienced cyclist, followed by a coffee and chat. Register for free at www.axacommunitybikerides.com
Under 13’s Girls Soccer – Blessington AFC are looking for girls born in 2007/2008 to join a new team for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact David on 086 8574213
Under 16’s Soccer – Blessington AFC are looking for players born in 2004 to join a new team for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact John on 085 7122895
Try Sailing at BLSC this Summer. With courses for children aged 6 to 18 years of all abilities, choose Blessington Sailing Club for your child’s Summer adventure. For booking and more info, please email Alex at alextpocock@gmail.com, or find us on Facebook.
Happy Faces Community Playgroup are now enrolling for September 2019, we offer ECCE & part time places, at Happy Faces we support & encourage young children through a planned play-based curriculum, to grow into independent little people, who have a love for life & learning, enquires please phone 085 128 1605 alternatively email happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie Find us on Facebook.
Blessington AFC have a number of spaces on our squads for new players born in 2007 to join our teams for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact Lar on 086 701 4949
Blessington Gaelic 4 Mothers & Others Team is looking for new members. Our training sessions are focused on building up fitness with a bit of football thrown in! If you fancy trying something different & meeting some new people, please come along on Tuesday at 7.30pm
Hollywood Walking Trail, meet every Tuesday at 6.45pm outside Tutty’s Pub. Great walks for the experienced walker & brief walks for those not the best “on their feet”. Please come along & join in.
Do you enjoy movement? We are looking for people interested in taking part in a community dance project as part of the Ninette de Valois festival. No dance experience required. All ages (8-80 and beyond!), genders, shapes and sizes are welcome. Email Ruth if you are interested ruthshineschoolofdance1@gmail.com
View photos of recent events in Valleymount parish at www.valleymountparish.ie
Car Boot Sale (Des Redmond Charities) in St. Kevin’s Hall Sunday 11th August from 7am to 4pm. €10 per table, Free Car Park, Tea & Coffee. Pat Conlan 086 075 2072
The Community Pool for West Wicklow Campaign is a year old and we are having a PARTY! Come help us celebrate in the Hippodrome at Russborough House on August 17th from 1pm to 4pm. This is a FREE family event to thank the people of West Wicklow for your support. We’ll have face painting, music with East Coast FM, dancing, games with Wicklow Local Sports Partnership, water safety tips from Water Safety Ireland and of course cake!
Computers for the Terrified! 1 to 1 training for over 55’s Are you frustrated by your lack of computer skills?Do you feel that the digital age has passed you by? Are you confused by well-meaning family instruction (i.e. no patience with you!) LEARN HOW TO: Search the Internet Send & Receive Emails Shop and Book Flights Use your own device or use computers available at some venues Age Action runs beginner courses in Computers, iPads and Tablets for older people who have little or no experience or for the absolutely terrified! Courses run once a week for 5 or 6 weeks ALL COURSES ARE FREE OF CHARGE Classes will be held in Blessington Library For more information about the course or if you would like to become a volunteer phone (01) 475 6989
Lough Derg 3-Day Pilgrimages 9th to 11th August (dep 8am from Parnell Square, Dublin) €115 per adult €105 per student & pensioner. Info & booking Miriam (St Oliver Plunkett) after 6pm 086 385 3027 or 01 4941171
8th Wicklow Blessington Scout Group APPEAL FOR NEW LEADERS FOR OUR BEAVER SECTION. We are a parent run organization, now is the time to join up, if we don’t get parents to join, we will not be in a position to take on any new children. Benefits of becoming a leader; your number one priority in scouts becomes FUN. You learn new skills. Your children will bypass the waiting list and secure a place. If you are interested, please contact Tristan Geoghegan (086) 780 2938.
MAKE SOMEONE LAUGH
Is there a better sound in the world?
Tell a joke or a funny story … whatever it takes…
You’ve brightened someone’s day for just a minute, and in doing so have brightened your own!!
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►Valleymount Country Market. Sun 28th July from 10am to 3pm.
Tuesday 30th July 2019
►Citizens Information Centre in Blessington Library from 1pm to 4pm. Legal advice service on 1st & 3rd Tues of month by appointment
►Eucharistic Adoration from 7.30pm to 8.30pm in Blessington Church.
Wednesday 31st July 2019
►The Citizens Information Centre is open in Blessington Library today 10am to 12.30pm.
►The Rosary will be offered at 7.30pm for the intentions of our families in Blessington Church
Thursday 1st August 2019
►Are you interested in allotments in Blessington? The next public meeting to discuss the provision of allotments in the Blessington area will be held at 7pm in Blessington Library. All welcome see: blessingtonallotments@gmail.com for any additional information.
Friday 2nd August 2019
►Bethany Bereavement Support Group are available in the Coimín Centre Blessington for caring confidential support from 10am to 11am
►1st Friday of the Month. The Masses will be offered for all those whose names are on the Altar List of the Dead. The priests will visit the sick & housebound. If you would like a visit please contact the Parish Office, 045 865 327
►1st Friday Mass in Manor Kilbride at 9am.
►1st Friday Mass in Valleymount at 11.15am
►Coffee Morning in Lacken Community Centre from 10.30am to 12.30pm
►Padre Pio Mass at 8pm in Blessington.
Mass Intentions this Week
Saturday 6pm:
Josephine (Mama Jo) Horgan (Mths Mind) Alice Cummins (A)
Sunday 10am Laura McHugh (A)
Tom Buggle (A) Siobhan Warren (RD)
We also Remember the following:
Sadie Sargent (A)
Monday: Mass for those on the list for Sick
Tuesday: Eddie Conroy (RD)
Margaret Ryall (RD) Living Intention
Wednesday: Mary Brady RD)
Seamus Fitzsimons (RD)
Thursday: Get Well Mass Int, Living Int.
Friday: We remember all those on the
1st Friday Altar List of the Dead
Local St Vincent de Paul – 087 181 1579
Blessington Parish Finance Committee would like to thank all who are supporting the Parish Neighbourhood Collection & the Parish Development Fund Boxes (PDF boxes) in Church of Our Lady.
The money raised through the Neighbourhood Collection & the PDF boxes stays in the parish so, by your contributions you are supporting your local parish & we are most grateful.
If you have ANNUAL Envelopes & MONTHLY Envelopes that have not been collected, please drop them into the Parish Office or into one of the collection bags at Mass on Sunday.
Cemetery Mass Baltyboys Sun 25th August at 12 noon.There will be no 11.15am Mass in Valleymount
National Tidy Towns judging will take place from June 8th to August 4th this year. We are judged under several categories & the appearance & upkeep of our main street, approach roads, all our estates & business premises are a major factor in the results & ability to gain extra marks. Everyone can help, by ensuring Blessington is litter free & looking it’s best, as together we can make a difference. Many thanks for all your effort.
Visitation of the Sick: If there are any parishioners ill, at home or in hospital who would like a visit from a priest, please contact the Parish Office to let us know and to make arrangements 045 865 327
“West Wicklow Cancer Support, Blessington & District Forum’s Community Group of the Year 2019” Weekly Mediation with essential oils hosted by Gemma Deeney continues Wednesdays 11.30am at the Primary Care Centre Blessington. Contact us on 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com should you wish to book a place or just come along and do bring a friend. “The best cure for the body is a quiet mind”
Visit Cruthú Art Group when you visit the RHSI Garden Show this Sunday 28th July. Lots of lovely art and craft. Have fun at the children’s art table. Find out about an exciting Art Exhibition coming in 2020 – Revealing Wicklow – by Artists Erika Tyner and Anne Curran. Cruthú Art Group is open on Fridays Saturday’s and Sunday’s throughout the summer – 12noon to 5pm. www.cruthu.ie
Deirdre Keogh would like to thank everybody who sponsored her in the women’s mini marathon. a total of €5200 was raised for the Coimin Centre Blessington, the Diabetic Unit of Crumlin Children’s Hospital and other local charities.
Under 13’s Girls Soccer – Blessington AFC are looking for girls born in 2007/2008 to join a new team for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact David on 086 8574213
Under 16’s Soccer – Blessington AFC are looking for players born in 2004 to join a new team for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact John on 085 7122895
Try Sailing at BLSC this Summer. With courses for children aged 6 to 18 years of all abilities, choose Blessington Sailing Club for your child’s Summer adventure. For booking and more info, please email Alex at alextpocock@gmail.com, or find us on Facebook.
Happy Faces Community Playgroup are now enrolling for September 2019, we offer ECCE & part time places, at Happy Faces we support & encourage young children through a planned play-based curriculum, to grow into independent little people, who have a love for life & learning, enquires please phone 085 128 1605 alternatively email happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie Find us on Facebook.
Blessington AFC have a number of spaces on our squads for new players born in 2007 to join our teams for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact Lar on 086 701 4949
Blessington Gaelic 4 Mothers & Others Team is looking for new members. Our training sessions are focused on building up fitness with a bit of football thrown in! If you fancy trying something different & meeting some new people, please come along on Tuesday at 7.30pm
Hollywood Walking Trail, meet every Tuesday at 6.45pm outside Tutty’s Pub. Great walks for the experienced walker & brief walks for those not the best “on their feet”. Please come along & join in.
Social Dance in Hollywood Hall on Sat 27th June. Music by Tony Bird Band. Dancing 9.30pm to 12.00, Adm €10.
🎵 Sunday 28th JULY (+ every Last Sunday); Free SONGS & TUNES session set up by local music lovers; Zellers, Lacken – a welcoming venue; 6pm to 9 or later. Just for fun – a friendly, inclusive gathering. Everyone invited – LISTENERS especially. All ages. ANY song or acoustic tune or self-accompaniment. Pop in and check it out? Join in IF you feel like it!
“Use what talents you possess – the woods would be very silent if no birds sang there except those that sang best.”
The Community Pool for West Wicklow Campaign is a year old and we are having a PARTY! Come help us celebrate in the Hippodrome at Russborough House on August 17th from 1pm to 4pm. This is a FREE family event to thank the people of West Wicklow for your support. We’ll have face painting, music with East Coast FM, dancing, games with Wicklow Local Sports Partnership, water safety tips from Water Safety Ireland and of course cake!
8th Wicklow Blessington Scout Group APPEAL FOR NEW LEADERS FOR OUR BEAVER SECTION. We are a parent run organization, now is the time to join up, if we don’t get parents to join, we will not be in a position to take on any new children. Benefits of becoming a leader; your number one priority in scouts becomes FUN. You learn new skills. Your children will bypass the waiting list and secure a place. If you are interested, please contact Tristan Geoghegan (086) 780 2938.
Volunteer with Age Action Ireland
as a Computer Tutor Now!
A Volunteer Recruitment Session will be held in Blessington Library on
Tuesday, August 13th from 3pm to 5pm
Age Action Ireland offers FREE one-to-one computer/technology classes for over 55s
We need friendly, patient and enthusiastic individuals to get involved as volunteer tutors for our over 55 learners who would like to learn how to use basic technology. Help us to fight against digital exclusion and frustration by teaching basic computers, smartphones, laptops, iPads, tablets etc. Class sizes are small, with one volunteer tutor for every learner, and will be held in Blessington Library once a week, for two hours. Classes are usually in the afternoon, over a five-week course. Next classes are due to start in September.
Basic computer skills and an interest in working with older people are needed, but patience, and a good sense of humour, are just as important!
Training will be provided.
If you are unable to attend the Volunteer Recruitment Session above, but would like to help, please contact us: PHONE: 01 4756989 OR EMAIL: gsvolunteer@ageaction.ie
West Wicklow Youthreach
Are you aged 15-20 and have you left school without a Junior or Leaving Cert?
Are you looking for a new challenge & a chance to gain a recognised qualification in
a positive & supportive environment?
If the answer is Yes…then West Wicklow Youthreach could be the opportunity for you.
West Wicklow Youthreach offers an education, training, & work experience programme at
QQI Level 3 (Junior Cert Equivalent) or
QQI Level 4 (Leaving Cert equivalent).
Our 2-year programmes are designed to meet each students’ personal & educational needs.
If you are interested, why not contact us to find out more! We are now recruiting for September 2019.
Call the centre at 086 815 9593 or 045 851 498 or drop into the Blessington Further Education & Training Centre & pick up an enquiry form. Alternatively, you can send an email to RachaelDoherty@kwetb.ie.
Visit our Facebook page at West Wicklow Youthreach – Blessington & follow us on Twitter @WestWicklowYR For more information about this national programme visit www.youthreach.ie
Computers for the Terrified!
1 to 1 training for over 55’s Are you frustrated by your lack of computer skills? Do you feel that the digital age has passed you by? Are you confused by well-meaning family instruction (i.e. no patience with you!) LEARN HOW TO: Search the Internet Send & Receive Emails, Shop and Book Flights. Use your own device or use computers available at some venues. Age Action runs beginner courses in Computers, iPads and Tablets for older people who have little or no experience or for the absolutely terrified!
Courses run once a week for 5 or 6 weeks
ALL COURSES ARE FREE OF CHARGE
Classes will be held in Blessington Library For more information about the course or if you would like to become a volunteer phone (01) 475 6989
Lough Derg 3-Day Pilgrimages
9th to 11th August (dep 8am from Parnell Square, Dublin)
€115 per adult €105 per student & pensioner.
Info & booking Miriam (St Oliver Plunkett) after 6pm
086 385 3027 or 01 4941171
Courses in the Further Education and
Training Centre Blessington
We are currently enrolling for courses for our new term starting in September 2019
Full Time – Monday to Friday
QQI Level 5 Business Studies with Sage 50 Accounting
QQI Level 5 Nursing Studies
Part Time Courses
Looking to up-skill or learn something new?
We have part time courses available in the following:
eBusiness QQI Level 5
Tourism with Business QQI Level 5
Childcare QQI Level 5
Childcare QQI Level 6
Healthcare QQI Level
Horticulture QQI Level 4
Computer Science QQI Level 5
Office Skills QQI Level 4
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Issue 1269 August 18th 2019
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by officeThe Irish Wheelchair Association are holding a Church Gate Collection next weekend, 24th and 25th Aug at all Masses. They are depending on local volunteers to collect on the day. If you are available to help, please contact Jacqui on 086-1284124 or email Jacqui.oconnor@iwa.ie
Sunday 18th August 2019
►Valleymount Country from 10am to 3pm in Valleymount Hall
►Monthly Envelopes for August are due. We would appreciate it if they are left in the Church at Mass or dropped into the Parish Office any morning. Many thanks contributors & collectors for your continued support.
Tuesday 20th August 2019
►Citizens Information Centre will be closed for the month of August. Reopening on Tuesday, 3rd September. Queries can be made to 0761 07 4000 Mon-Fri 9am-8pm.
►Eucharistic Adoration from 7.30pm to 8.30pm in Blessington Church.
Wednesday 21st August 2019
►Citizens Information Centre will be closed for the month of August. Reopening on Tuesday, 3rd September. Queries can be made to 0761 07 4000 Mon-Fri 9am-8pm.
►The Rosary will be offered at 7.30pm for the intentions of our families in Blessington Church
►The Irish Blood Transfusion Service Board’s Mobile Unit will be at the Community College Blessington from 5pm to 8.30pm. 3000 units are needed overall each week & donors are especially needed at this time of the year.
Sunday 25th August 2019
►Cemetery Mass Baltyboys at 12 noon. PLEASE NOTE: there will be no 11.15am Mass in Valleymount that day.
Mass Intentions this Week
Sheila Zeller (RD)
Saturday 6pm: Hugh Collins (RD) Una Sweeney (RD)
Sunday 10am: Johnny Brown (A) Stephen Lunders (A)
We also Remember the following: Cora Stoodley (A) Christy Dempsey (Rem) Martin & Nora Murphy (A) Gabriel & Seamus Murphy (A) Lillian D’Arcy (A) Sheila Roche (A) Margaret & Bernard Lynch (A)
Monday: Mass for those on the list for Sick
Tuesday: Kitty Murphy (RD) Pat Kavanagh (A)
Wednesday: Noreen Moran (RD Barry O’Donnell (Rem)
Thursday: Cora Stoodley (A) Mick & Teresa Byrne (A) Bill O’Kelly (A) Thomas & Dora Byrne (A) Phyllis Wynne (A)
Friday: Blessington Deceased Mass Card List
The Tea Room at the Coimin Centre will close for staff holidays from Tuesday 20th August for two weeks. We will re-open on Tuesday 3rd September. Tea Room Public Opening Hours will then be as follows: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday from 9am to 12 noon. TEA, COFFEE AND LIGHT REFRESHMENTS. All proceeds towards the running of the Coimin Centre. Thank you for your support.
Visitation of the Sick: If there are any parishioners ill, at home or in hospital who would like a visit from a priest, please contact the Parish Office to let us know and to make arrangements 045 865 327
“West Wicklow Cancer Support, Weekly Meditation with essential oils hosted by Gemma Deeney continues Wednesdays 11.30am at the Primary Care Centre Blessington. Info: 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com Just come along & do bring a friend. “The best cure for the body is a quiet mind”
Email your Community Group News to office@blessington.info
A Date for your Diary – A Week of Guided Prayer from 29th Sept to 5th October. During this week of Guided Prayer, you will have the opportunity to meet a prayer guide on a daily basis who will help to direct and deepen your prayer life. This week is also time where we will encourage a spirit of prayer in which everyone can participate.
Attention Calling all who have relatives in Rathmore Graveyard. A volunteer clean-up day has been arranged for Saturday 24th Aug from 11am onwards. This is to coincide with National Heritage Week, bring a strimmer rake or fork, we are hoping for a big turn out on the day. Bernie Phibbs
Local St Vincent de Paul 087 181 1579
Dance in Hollywood Community Centre on Saturday 17th August. Dancing 9pm to 12 midnight. Music by Jimmy Hynes & the Crusaders. Adm: €10 Students €5. Refreshments included
The Community Pool for West Wicklow Campaign is a year old and we are having a PARTY! Come help us celebrate in the Hippodrome at Russborough House on August 17th from 1pm to 4pm. This is a FREE family event to thank the people of West Wicklow for your support. We’ll have face painting, music with East Coast FM, dancing, games with Wicklow Local Sports Partnership, water safety tips from Water Safety Ireland and of course cake!
“Ceiliuradh a Celtic Miscellany” – an acoustic, candlelit celebration of song & music hosted by Blessington Comhaltas in St. Kevin’s Church, Hollywood, Co. Wicklow on Saturday 24th August at 8pm. Phil Callery of The Voice Squad – Maca (Anúna & Riverdance) – Ger Fitzgerald, Bean an Sean Nos – Ninette De Valois Ballet, Ruth Shine Dance Troupe, Fear an Tí, Paddy Gleeson. A Heritage Week Celebration, further info: Pat Conlan: 086 075 2072. Free Event….Bigi Linn…..Please Support.
Do you enjoy movement? We are looking for people interested in taking part in a community dance project as part of the Ninette de Valois festival. No dance experience required. All ages (8-80 and beyond!), genders, shapes and sizes are welcome. Email Ruth if you are interested ruthshineschoolofdance1@gmail.com
View photos of recent events in Valleymount parish at www.valleymountparish.ie
Line Dance Classes every Tuesday afternoon from 3pm to 4.15pm and on Thursday night from 7pm to 8.15pm. All welcome €7 per class in Manor Kilbride Hall
West Wicklow Cancer Support in conjunction with our East Coast FM Coffee morning fundraiser have a signed GAA Dublin All Ireland Champions jersey for auction! Possibly the most successful Dublin Team of all time. If you would like to own this splendid piece of memorabilia, please call/email: 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com
Interest in a social cycle in Blessington? Cycling Ireland community rides are gentle, social bike rides for adults, led by an experienced cyclist, followed by a coffee and chat. Register for free at www.axacommunitybikerides.com
Under 13’s Girls Soccer – Blessington AFC are looking for girls born in 2007/2008 to join a new team for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact David on 086 8574213
Under 16’s Soccer – Blessington AFC are looking for players born in 2004 to join a new team for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact John on 085 7122895
Happy Faces Community Playgroup are now enrolling for September 2019, we offer ECCE & part time places, at Happy Faces we support & encourage young children through a planned play-based curriculum, to grow into independent little people, who have a love for life & learning, enquires please phone 085 128 1605 alternatively email happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie Find us on Facebook.
Blessington AFC have a number of spaces on our squads for new players born in 2007 to join our teams for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact Lar on 086 701 4949
Blessington Gaelic 4 Mothers & Others Team is looking for new members. Our training sessions are focused on building up fitness with a bit of football thrown in! If you fancy trying something different & meeting some new people, please come along on Tuesday at 7.30pm
Hollywood Walking Trail, meet every Tuesday at 6.45pm outside Tutty’s Pub. Great walks for the experienced walker & brief walks for those not the best “on their feet”. Please come along & join in.
8th Wicklow Blessington Scout Group APPEAL FOR NEW LEADERS FOR OUR BEAVER SECTION. We are a parent run organization, now is the time to join up, if we don’t get parents to join, we will not be in a position to take on any new children. Benefits of becoming a leader; your number one priority in scouts becomes FUN. You learn new skills. Your children will bypass the waiting list and secure a place. If you are interested, please contact Tristan Geoghegan (086) 780 2938.
Issue 1268 August 11th 2019
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by office“TOUCH” Supporting Vulnerable children in “Our World” are holding a Church Gate Collection this weekend, 10th and 11th August at all Masses. All the money raised will go towards the building of a new hospital for children with mental health problems in Kathmandu, Nepal. Please Support.
Saturday 10th August 2019
►Sacrament of the Sick & Healing Mass at 12 noon in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. There will be tea & coffee served in the Coimin Centre after Mass.
Sunday 11th August 2019
►Car Boot Sale (Des Redmond Charities) in St. Kevin’s Hall Sunday 11th August from 7am to 4pm. €10 per table, Free Car Park, Tea & Coffee. Pat Conlan 086 075 2072
Tuesday 13th August 2019
► Citizens Information Centre will be closed for the month of August. Reopening on Tuesday, 3rd September. Queries can be made to 0761 07 4000 Mon-Fri 9am-8pm.
►Eucharistic Adoration from 7.30pm to 8.30pm in Blessington Church.
Wednesday 14th August 2019
► Citizens Information Centre will be closed for the month of August. Reopening on Tuesday, 3rd September. Queries can be made to 0761 07 4000 Mon-Fri 9am-8pm.
►The Rosary will be offered at 7.30pm for the intentions of our families in Blessington Church
►Bethany Bereavement Support group available for caring confidential support from 8pm to 9pm no appointment necessary.
Thursday 15th August 2019
►Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary – Holy Day Masses
10.00am: Church of Our Lady Blessington
11.00am: Manor Kilbride
11.15am: Valleymount
11.30am Eadestown
8.00pm Church of Our Lady Blessington
Mass Intentions this Week
Kitty Murphy (RD)
Saturday 6pm: Frank O’Neill (1st A) John Lyons (RD)
Sunday 10am: Michael Conway (A) Alice Tyrrell (A) Michael & Mary Dunne (A) Tommy & Liam Dunne (A)
We also Remember the following:
Peg Clarke (A) Mary & John Crickley (A) Julia Fitzgerald (A) Danny Horgan (A)
Monday: Mass for those on the list for Sick
Tuesday: Patsy Hamilton (RD) Margaret Higgins ((RD)
Wednesday: Marcus McEllistrem (A) Rosaleen Mulroy (Rem)
Holy Day Thursday 15th August:
10am: Living Int, Living Int
8pm: Bill Murphy (RD) James King (RD)
Friday: Get Well, Living Int
Cemetery Mass Baltyboys Sun 25th August at 12 noon.
The Irish Blood Transfusion Service Board’s Mobile Unit will be at the Community College Blessington on Wednesday 21st August from 5pm to 8.30pm. Some 3000 units are needed overall each week & donors are especially needed at this time of the year. Blessington has a proud record of being one of the best supported clinics outside of Dublin, so keep up the good work.
iPhone 7 LOST LAST WEDNESDAY between St Patrick’s Well, the Village & Blessington Abbey, REWARD OFFERED please call: 086 328 6705
Visitation of the Sick: If there are any parishioners ill, at home or in hospital who would like a visit from a priest, please contact the Parish Office to let us know and to make arrangements 045 865 327
“West Wicklow Cancer Support, Blessington & District Forum’s Community Group of the Year 2019” Weekly Meditation with essential oils hosted by Gemma Deeney continues Wednesdays 11.30am at the Primary Care Centre Blessington. Contact us on 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com should you wish to book a place or just come along and do bring a friend. “The best cure for the body is a quiet mind”
View photos of recent events in Valleymount parish at www.valleymountparish.ie
Email your Community Group News to office@blessington.info
“West Wicklow Cancer Support in conjunction with our East Coast FM Coffee morning fundraiser have a signed GAA Dublin All Ireland Champions jersey for auction! Possibly the most successful Dublin Team of all time. If you would like to own this splendid piece of memorabilia, please call/email: 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com
Interest in a social cycle in Blessington? Cycling Ireland community rides are gentle, social bike rides for adults, led by an experienced cyclist, followed by a coffee and chat. Register for free at www.axacommunitybikerides.com
Under 13’s Girls Soccer – Blessington AFC are looking for girls born in 2007/2008 to join a new team for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact David on 086 8574213
Under 16’s Soccer – Blessington AFC are looking for players born in 2004 to join a new team for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact John on 085 7122895
Never, ever underestimate the importance of having fun!!
Try Sailing at BLSC this Summer. With courses for children aged 6 to 18 years of all abilities, choose Blessington Sailing Club for your child’s Summer adventure. For booking and more info, please email Alex at alextpocock@gmail.com, or find us on Facebook.
Happy Faces Community Playgroup are now enrolling for September 2019, we offer ECCE & part time places, at Happy Faces we support & encourage young children through a planned play-based curriculum, to grow into independent little people, who have a love for life & learning, enquires please phone 085 128 1605 alternatively email happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie Find us on Facebook.
Blessington AFC have a number of spaces on our squads for new players born in 2007 to join our teams for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact Lar on 086 701 4949
Blessington Gaelic 4 Mothers & Others Team is looking for new members. Our training sessions are focused on building up fitness with a bit of football thrown in! If you fancy trying something different & meeting some new people, please come along on Tuesday at 7.30pm
Hollywood Walking Trail, meet every Tuesday at 6.45pm outside Tutty’s Pub. Great walks for the experienced walker & brief walks for those not the best “on their feet”. Please come along & join in.
Local St Vincent de Paul 087 181 1579
Do you enjoy movement? We are looking for people interested in taking part in a community dance project as part of the Ninette de Valois festival. No dance experience required. All ages (8-80 and beyond!), genders, shapes and sizes are welcome. Email Ruth if you are interested ruthshineschoolofdance1@gmail.com
View photos of recent events in Valleymount parish at www.valleymountparish.ie
The Community Pool for West Wicklow Campaign is a year old and we are having a PARTY! Come help us celebrate in the Hippodrome at Russborough House on August 17th from 1pm to 4pm. This is a FREE family event to thank the people of West Wicklow for your support. We’ll have face painting, music with East Coast FM, dancing, games with Wicklow Local Sports Partnership, water safety tips from Water Safety Ireland and of course cake!
Computers for the Terrified! 1 to 1 training for over 55’s Are you frustrated by your lack of computer skills? Do you feel that the digital age has passed you by? Are you confused by well-meaning family instruction (i.e. no patience with you!) LEARN HOW TO: Search the Internet Send & Receive Emails. Shop and Book Flights. Use your own device or use computers available at some venues. Age Action runs beginner courses in Computers, iPads and Tablets for older people who have little or no experience or for the absolutely terrified! Courses run once a week for 5 or 6 weeks. ALL COURSES ARE FREE OF CHARGE. Classes will be held in Blessington Library. For more information about the course or if you would like to become a volunteer phone (01) 475 6989
8th Wicklow Blessington Scout Group APPEAL FOR NEW LEADERS FOR OUR BEAVER SECTION. We are a parent run organization, now is the time to join up, if we don’t get parents to join, we will not be in a position to take on any new children. Benefits of becoming a leader; your number one priority in scouts becomes FUN. You learn new skills. Your children will bypass the waiting list and secure a place. If you are interested, please contact Tristan Geoghegan (086) 780 2938.
Good friends are like stars.
You don’t always see them,
but you know they’re always there.
Issue 1267 August 4th 2019
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by office“TOUCH” Supporting Vulnerable children in “Our World” are holding a Church Gate Collection next weekend 10th and 11th August at all Masses All the money raised will go towards the building of a new hospital for children with mental health problems in Kathmandu, Nepal. Please Support.
Monday 5th August 2019
►Bank Holiday Mass at 11am in Blessington
►Guided Prayer, Benediction & Music at 8pm in Lacken Church. All are welcome.
Tuesday 6th August 2019
►Citizens Information Centre in Blessington Library from 1pm to 4pm. Legal advice service on 1st & 3rd Tues of month by appointment
►Eucharistic Adoration from 7.30pm to 8.30pm in Blessington Church.
Wednesday 7th August 2019
►The Citizens Information Centre is open in Blessington Library today 10am to 12.30pm.
►The Rosary will be offered at 7.30pm for the intentions of our families in Blessington Church
Mass Intentions this Week
Margaret Higgin (RD) Maureen Kenny (RD)
Saturday 6pm: John McNamara (Mths Mind) and his parents Joseph & Josephine McNamara (A) Peter Cummins (A), Charlie & Molly Keogh (A)
Sunday 10am: Edward Conroy (Mths Mind) Marie Clegg (Mths Mind)
We also Remember the following:
Monday: Mass for those on the list for Sick
Tuesday: Barry O’Donnell (Rem) Teresa Dunne (RD)
Wednesday: Frank O’Neill (1st A) Maureen Kenny (RD)
Thursday: Get Well, Get Well
Friday: Thanksgiving Mass, Birthday Rem
Local St Vincent de Paul 087 181 1579
Newsletter Advertising Rates For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Final cut-off for receiving adverts is Wednesday 10am You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office or by bank transfer. Office open from 9am to 1pm Monday to Friday and from 3pm to 4pm Monday to Thursday (subject to availability of volunteers)
Many thanks to Deirdre Keogh for her very generous donation to the Coimin Centre Blessington, from her fundraising for the Women’s Mini-Marathon recently. It is greatly appreciated and will be put to very good use in the running of the Coimin Centre.
Visitation of the Sick: If there are any parishioners ill, at home or in hospital who would like a visit from a priest, please contact the Parish Office to let us know and to make arrangements 045 865 327
“West Wicklow Cancer Support, Blessington & District Forum’s Community Group of the Year 2019” Weekly Meditation with essential oils hosted by Gemma Deeney continues Wednesdays 11.30am at the Primary Care Centre Blessington. Contact us on 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com should you wish to book a place or just come along and do bring a friend. “The best cure for the body is a quiet mind”
Lough Derg: Final dates for this summer’s pilgrimages to Lough Derg takes place from the 9 – 11 August (season ends on 15 august) – direct from Dublin cost is €115 pensioners and students €105. To book please phone: 086 3853027 or 01 4941171.
View photos of recent events in Valleymount parish at www.valleymountparish.ie Email your Community Group News to office@blessington.info
The winners of the July Draw in aid of Valleymount Church Renovation fund are Ita & Jim Hill, Jenny & Glen Cullen, Fr Richard Behan, Ann Mc Donald, Fiona Shannon. Each received €100
Cemetery Mass Baltyboys Sun 25th August at 12 noon.
Interest in a social cycle in Blessington? Cycling Ireland community rides are gentle, social bike rides for adults, led by an experienced cyclist, followed by a coffee and chat. Register for free at www.axacommunitybikerides.com
Under 13’s Girls Soccer – Blessington AFC are looking for girls born in 2007/2008 to join a new team for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact David on 086 8574213
Under 16’s Soccer – Blessington AFC are looking for players born in 2004 to join a new team for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact John on 085 7122895
Try Sailing at BLSC this Summer. With courses for children aged 6 to 18 years of all abilities, choose Blessington Sailing Club for your child’s Summer adventure. For booking and more info, please email Alex at alextpocock@gmail.com, or find us on Facebook.
Happy Faces Community Playgroup are now enrolling for September 2019, we offer ECCE & part time places, at Happy Faces we support & encourage young children through a planned play-based curriculum, to grow into independent little people, who have a love for life & learning, enquires please phone 085 128 1605 alternatively email happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie Find us on Facebook.
Blessington AFC have a number of spaces on our squads for new players born in 2007 to join our teams for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact Lar on 086 701 4949
Blessington Gaelic 4 Mothers & Others Team is looking for new members. Our training sessions are focused on building up fitness with a bit of football thrown in! If you fancy trying something different & meeting some new people, please come along on Tuesday at 7.30pm
Hollywood Walking Trail, meet every Tuesday at 6.45pm outside Tutty’s Pub. Great walks for the experienced walker & brief walks for those not the best “on their feet”. Please come along & join in.
Do you enjoy movement? We are looking for people interested in taking part in a community dance project as part of the Ninette de Valois festival. No dance experience required. All ages (8-80 and beyond!), genders, shapes and sizes are welcome. Email Ruth if you are interested ruthshineschoolofdance1@gmail.com
View photos of recent events in Valleymount parish at www.valleymountparish.ie
Car Boot Sale (Des Redmond Charities) in St. Kevin’s Hall Sunday 11th August from 7am to 4pm. €10 per table, Free Car Park, Tea & Coffee. Pat Conlan 086 075 2072
The Community Pool for West Wicklow Campaign is a year old and we are having a PARTY! Come help us celebrate in the Hippodrome at Russborough House on August 17th from 1pm to 4pm. This is a FREE family event to thank the people of West Wicklow for your support. We’ll have face painting, music with East Coast FM, dancing, games with Wicklow Local Sports Partnership, water safety tips from Water Safety Ireland and of course cake!
Computers for the Terrified! 1 to 1 training for over 55’s Are you frustrated by your lack of computer skills?Do you feel that the digital age has passed you by? Are you confused by well-meaning family instruction (i.e. no patience with you!) LEARN HOW TO: Search the Internet Send & Receive Emails Shop and Book Flights Use your own device or use computers available at some venues Age Action runs beginner courses in Computers, iPads and Tablets for older people who have little or no experience or for the absolutely terrified! Courses run once a week for 5 or 6 weeks ALL COURSES ARE FREE OF CHARGE Classes will be held in Blessington Library For more information about the course or if you would like to become a volunteer phone (01) 475 6989
Lough Derg 3-Day Pilgrimages 9th to 11th August (dep 8am from Parnell Square, Dublin) €115 per adult €105 per student & pensioner. Info & booking Miriam (St Oliver Plunkett) after 6pm 086 385 3027 or 01 4941171
8th Wicklow Blessington Scout Group APPEAL FOR NEW LEADERS FOR OUR BEAVER SECTION. We are a parent run organization, now is the time to join up, if we don’t get parents to join, we will not be in a position to take on any new children. Benefits of becoming a leader; your number one priority in scouts becomes FUN. You learn new skills. Your children will bypass the waiting list and secure a place. If you are interested, please contact Tristan Geoghegan (086) 780 2938.
MAKE SOMEONE LAUGH
Is there a better sound in the world?
Tell a joke or a funny story … whatever it takes…
You’ve brightened someone’s day for just a minute, and in doing so have brightened your own!!
Issue 1266 July 28th 2019
/2 Comments/in Newsletter /by officeSunday 28th July 2019
►Valleymount Country Market. Sun 28th July from 10am to 3pm.
Tuesday 30th July 2019
►Citizens Information Centre in Blessington Library from 1pm to 4pm. Legal advice service on 1st & 3rd Tues of month by appointment
►Eucharistic Adoration from 7.30pm to 8.30pm in Blessington Church.
Wednesday 31st July 2019
►The Citizens Information Centre is open in Blessington Library today 10am to 12.30pm.
►The Rosary will be offered at 7.30pm for the intentions of our families in Blessington Church
Thursday 1st August 2019
►Are you interested in allotments in Blessington? The next public meeting to discuss the provision of allotments in the Blessington area will be held at 7pm in Blessington Library. All welcome see: blessingtonallotments@gmail.com for any additional information.
Friday 2nd August 2019
►Bethany Bereavement Support Group are available in the Coimín Centre Blessington for caring confidential support from 10am to 11am
►1st Friday of the Month. The Masses will be offered for all those whose names are on the Altar List of the Dead. The priests will visit the sick & housebound. If you would like a visit please contact the Parish Office, 045 865 327
►1st Friday Mass in Manor Kilbride at 9am.
►1st Friday Mass in Valleymount at 11.15am
►Coffee Morning in Lacken Community Centre from 10.30am to 12.30pm
►Padre Pio Mass at 8pm in Blessington.
Mass Intentions this Week
Saturday 6pm:
Josephine (Mama Jo) Horgan (Mths Mind) Alice Cummins (A)
Sunday 10am Laura McHugh (A)
Tom Buggle (A) Siobhan Warren (RD)
We also Remember the following:
Sadie Sargent (A)
Monday: Mass for those on the list for Sick
Tuesday: Eddie Conroy (RD)
Margaret Ryall (RD) Living Intention
Wednesday: Mary Brady RD)
Seamus Fitzsimons (RD)
Thursday: Get Well Mass Int, Living Int.
Friday: We remember all those on the
1st Friday Altar List of the Dead
Local St Vincent de Paul – 087 181 1579
Blessington Parish Finance Committee would like to thank all who are supporting the Parish Neighbourhood Collection & the Parish Development Fund Boxes (PDF boxes) in Church of Our Lady.
The money raised through the Neighbourhood Collection & the PDF boxes stays in the parish so, by your contributions you are supporting your local parish & we are most grateful.
If you have ANNUAL Envelopes & MONTHLY Envelopes that have not been collected, please drop them into the Parish Office or into one of the collection bags at Mass on Sunday.
Cemetery Mass Baltyboys Sun 25th August at 12 noon.There will be no 11.15am Mass in Valleymount
National Tidy Towns judging will take place from June 8th to August 4th this year. We are judged under several categories & the appearance & upkeep of our main street, approach roads, all our estates & business premises are a major factor in the results & ability to gain extra marks. Everyone can help, by ensuring Blessington is litter free & looking it’s best, as together we can make a difference. Many thanks for all your effort.
Visitation of the Sick: If there are any parishioners ill, at home or in hospital who would like a visit from a priest, please contact the Parish Office to let us know and to make arrangements 045 865 327
“West Wicklow Cancer Support, Blessington & District Forum’s Community Group of the Year 2019” Weekly Mediation with essential oils hosted by Gemma Deeney continues Wednesdays 11.30am at the Primary Care Centre Blessington. Contact us on 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com should you wish to book a place or just come along and do bring a friend. “The best cure for the body is a quiet mind”
Visit Cruthú Art Group when you visit the RHSI Garden Show this Sunday 28th July. Lots of lovely art and craft. Have fun at the children’s art table. Find out about an exciting Art Exhibition coming in 2020 – Revealing Wicklow – by Artists Erika Tyner and Anne Curran. Cruthú Art Group is open on Fridays Saturday’s and Sunday’s throughout the summer – 12noon to 5pm. www.cruthu.ie
Deirdre Keogh would like to thank everybody who sponsored her in the women’s mini marathon. a total of €5200 was raised for the Coimin Centre Blessington, the Diabetic Unit of Crumlin Children’s Hospital and other local charities.
Under 13’s Girls Soccer – Blessington AFC are looking for girls born in 2007/2008 to join a new team for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact David on 086 8574213
Under 16’s Soccer – Blessington AFC are looking for players born in 2004 to join a new team for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact John on 085 7122895
Try Sailing at BLSC this Summer. With courses for children aged 6 to 18 years of all abilities, choose Blessington Sailing Club for your child’s Summer adventure. For booking and more info, please email Alex at alextpocock@gmail.com, or find us on Facebook.
Happy Faces Community Playgroup are now enrolling for September 2019, we offer ECCE & part time places, at Happy Faces we support & encourage young children through a planned play-based curriculum, to grow into independent little people, who have a love for life & learning, enquires please phone 085 128 1605 alternatively email happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie Find us on Facebook.
Blessington AFC have a number of spaces on our squads for new players born in 2007 to join our teams for the coming season. Playing season commences in September. If you are interested, please contact Lar on 086 701 4949
Blessington Gaelic 4 Mothers & Others Team is looking for new members. Our training sessions are focused on building up fitness with a bit of football thrown in! If you fancy trying something different & meeting some new people, please come along on Tuesday at 7.30pm
Hollywood Walking Trail, meet every Tuesday at 6.45pm outside Tutty’s Pub. Great walks for the experienced walker & brief walks for those not the best “on their feet”. Please come along & join in.
Social Dance in Hollywood Hall on Sat 27th June. Music by Tony Bird Band. Dancing 9.30pm to 12.00, Adm €10.
🎵 Sunday 28th JULY (+ every Last Sunday); Free SONGS & TUNES session set up by local music lovers; Zellers, Lacken – a welcoming venue; 6pm to 9 or later. Just for fun – a friendly, inclusive gathering. Everyone invited – LISTENERS especially. All ages. ANY song or acoustic tune or self-accompaniment. Pop in and check it out? Join in IF you feel like it!
“Use what talents you possess – the woods would be very silent if no birds sang there except those that sang best.”
The Community Pool for West Wicklow Campaign is a year old and we are having a PARTY! Come help us celebrate in the Hippodrome at Russborough House on August 17th from 1pm to 4pm. This is a FREE family event to thank the people of West Wicklow for your support. We’ll have face painting, music with East Coast FM, dancing, games with Wicklow Local Sports Partnership, water safety tips from Water Safety Ireland and of course cake!
8th Wicklow Blessington Scout Group APPEAL FOR NEW LEADERS FOR OUR BEAVER SECTION. We are a parent run organization, now is the time to join up, if we don’t get parents to join, we will not be in a position to take on any new children. Benefits of becoming a leader; your number one priority in scouts becomes FUN. You learn new skills. Your children will bypass the waiting list and secure a place. If you are interested, please contact Tristan Geoghegan (086) 780 2938.
Volunteer with Age Action Ireland
as a Computer Tutor Now!
A Volunteer Recruitment Session will be held in Blessington Library on
Tuesday, August 13th from 3pm to 5pm
Age Action Ireland offers FREE one-to-one computer/technology classes for over 55s
We need friendly, patient and enthusiastic individuals to get involved as volunteer tutors for our over 55 learners who would like to learn how to use basic technology. Help us to fight against digital exclusion and frustration by teaching basic computers, smartphones, laptops, iPads, tablets etc. Class sizes are small, with one volunteer tutor for every learner, and will be held in Blessington Library once a week, for two hours. Classes are usually in the afternoon, over a five-week course. Next classes are due to start in September.
Basic computer skills and an interest in working with older people are needed, but patience, and a good sense of humour, are just as important!
Training will be provided.
If you are unable to attend the Volunteer Recruitment Session above, but would like to help, please contact us: PHONE: 01 4756989 OR EMAIL: gsvolunteer@ageaction.ie
West Wicklow Youthreach
Are you aged 15-20 and have you left school without a Junior or Leaving Cert?
Are you looking for a new challenge & a chance to gain a recognised qualification in
a positive & supportive environment?
If the answer is Yes…then West Wicklow Youthreach could be the opportunity for you.
West Wicklow Youthreach offers an education, training, & work experience programme at
QQI Level 3 (Junior Cert Equivalent) or
QQI Level 4 (Leaving Cert equivalent).
Our 2-year programmes are designed to meet each students’ personal & educational needs.
If you are interested, why not contact us to find out more! We are now recruiting for September 2019.
Call the centre at 086 815 9593 or 045 851 498 or drop into the Blessington Further Education & Training Centre & pick up an enquiry form. Alternatively, you can send an email to RachaelDoherty@kwetb.ie.
Visit our Facebook page at West Wicklow Youthreach – Blessington & follow us on Twitter @WestWicklowYR For more information about this national programme visit www.youthreach.ie
Computers for the Terrified!
1 to 1 training for over 55’s Are you frustrated by your lack of computer skills? Do you feel that the digital age has passed you by? Are you confused by well-meaning family instruction (i.e. no patience with you!) LEARN HOW TO: Search the Internet Send & Receive Emails, Shop and Book Flights. Use your own device or use computers available at some venues. Age Action runs beginner courses in Computers, iPads and Tablets for older people who have little or no experience or for the absolutely terrified!
Courses run once a week for 5 or 6 weeks
ALL COURSES ARE FREE OF CHARGE
Classes will be held in Blessington Library For more information about the course or if you would like to become a volunteer phone (01) 475 6989
Lough Derg 3-Day Pilgrimages
9th to 11th August (dep 8am from Parnell Square, Dublin)
€115 per adult €105 per student & pensioner.
Info & booking Miriam (St Oliver Plunkett) after 6pm
086 385 3027 or 01 4941171
Courses in the Further Education and
Training Centre Blessington
We are currently enrolling for courses for our new term starting in September 2019
Full Time – Monday to Friday
QQI Level 5 Business Studies with Sage 50 Accounting
QQI Level 5 Nursing Studies
Part Time Courses
Looking to up-skill or learn something new?
We have part time courses available in the following:
eBusiness QQI Level 5
Tourism with Business QQI Level 5
Childcare QQI Level 5
Childcare QQI Level 6
Healthcare QQI Level
Horticulture QQI Level 4
Computer Science QQI Level 5
Office Skills QQI Level 4