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Issue 1264 July 14th 2019
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by officeSunday 14th July 2019
► Car Boot Sale (Des Redmond Charities) in St. Kevin’s Hall from 7am to 4pm. €10 per table, Free Car Park, Tea & Coffee. Pat Conlan 086 075 2072
Monday 15th July 2019
►Holy Hour in Crosschapel every Monday after 10am Mass. (ex Bank Holidays)
►Neighbourhood Collection Envelopes for July are due, we would appreciate it collectors could drop the envelopes into the Parish Office
Tuesday 16th 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 17th 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
►Christian Meditation Group meet in the Mass Centre in Brittas from 11am. All welcome
Mass Intentions this Week
Marie Clegg (RD) Edward Conroy (RD)
Margaret Ryall (RD) Rosalie Andrews (RD)
Saturday 6pm:
Mary Brady (Mths Mind)
Tom O’Sullivan (A) John Kennedy (A)
Sean Corr (A) Kevin McGinnity (A)
Nancy Keogh (A) Teresa Ball (A)
Sunday 10am
Catherine Jones (A) Kay Lennon(A)
We also Remember the following:
Monday: Mass for those on the list for Sick
Tuesday: Ann Mellin (A) William Schule Curtis
Mary Brady RD) Danny Murphy (RD)
Breda Williams (A)
Wednesday: Peter O’Donovan (RD)
Helen Hayes (RD)
Thursday: Jo Horgan (RD)
William Sheridan (RD)
Friday: Get Well Int. Birthday Int.
Blessington Parish OPEN INVITATION We invite you to a gathering in the Coimín Centre on Monday 22nd July at 8pm The Parish Finance Committee will give a short presentation of 2018 Accounts.
Many Thanks to all who helped with the preparations for the Annual Cemetery Mass in Templeboden, Lacken on Sun 7th July and to all who arranged the sound system, cleared the grounds, helped with the liturgy. Many thanks to Lacken Community Centre for providing the refreshments after the Mass. Your support is greatly appreciated.
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.
Valleymount Country Market. Sun 28th July from 10am to 3pm.
Cemetery Mass Baltyboys Sun 25th Aug at 12 noon. Please inform family, neighbours & friends.
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
Thank you to all who participated in and supported The Eamonn Murray Memorial Walk. Your contributions helped raise €3,000 for St. Brigid’s Hospice & EIST Cancer Support Services. Due to much positive feedback on the day we aim to make this fundraiser an annual event.
Some people make you laugh a little louder, smile a little brighter & live a little better. Try to be one of those people.
Local St Vincent de Paul – 087 181 1579
OPEN DAY Sunday 14th July at 1pm. Come to our OPEN DAY at Kildare Animal Foundation, South Green Road, Kildare Town to celebrate 25 years of caring for sick & injured animals. Something for all the family; Plants, Antiques, Face-painting, Bottle stall, Kiddies games, Barbeque, Crafts & much more. FREE ADMISSION (NO dogs allowed as we have plenty of animals on site to be seen) A lovely day out in the midst of our beautiful rescue animals.
Are you interested in allotments in Blessington? The next public meeting to discuss the provision of allotments in the Blessington area will be held on Thursday 1st August, 7pm, in Blessington Library. All welcome. Please contact blessingtonallotments@gmail.com for any additional information.
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.
Abbey Mass & Family Festival: Wicklow Parish will host their annual outdoor Mass in the Abbey Grounds in Wicklow Town on Sunday 21st July at 11.30am followed by refreshments. The Family Fun Festival will begin at 1.00pm & finish in the evening time around 6.00pm. Bring along a family picnic or enjoy the food stalls on the day as well as free activities for every family member to enjoy such as; scavenger hunt, face-painting, garden games, hip-hop dancers, line/set dancing and live music along with local artists. It’s going to be great – look forward to seeing you there.
Blessington GAA Club Golf Classic on Friday 12th July in Craddockstown Golf Club. Cost is €300 for a team of 4 including the round of golf, dinner & plenty of prizes!! The day promises lots of fun, during and after!! Book now to ensure your preferred tee time by contacting one of the following: Arthur Hennessy 087 239 6157, Emer McIntyre Reape 087 226 2286, John Williamson 086 825 6556
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
Richard Cowley’s Garden Open Day in aid of Cara Girls Rescue Centre, Kenya on Saturday 13th July from 11am to 4pm in Horsepasstown, Ballymore Eustace, Co. Kildare W 91 C2P3. €5 entry to include tea/coffee and cake.
All Roads lead to Hollywood for the 49th Annual Sports Day on Sunday 14th July in the G AA Field. Juvenile Match 12 noon. Athletic Events from Tiny Tots to Veterans. Mile Race (for our fit enthusiasts) Dog Show (all dogs 🐕 on leash) Bottle Stall, Home Produce, White Elephant, Wheel o Fortune, Feed the Clowns 🤡 Pillow Fight, Clock Golf and many more side shows. Refreshments available on Field throughout the Afternoon. See you there!!
Dinner and Dance in Hollywood Centre on Saturday 20th July, 3 Course Meal served at 8pm. Dancing from 9.30pm. Music by The Wicklow Man. Admission €20. A great night is assured. “It’s a great start for The Fair”.
The Old Bog Road. An evening of music, song, tales. Valleymount Community Hall. Fri 19th July at 8pm. Adm €10. Raffle & refreshments on the night.
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.
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
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
Blessington Bingo Every Wednesday at 8.15pm in the Avon (Avon Ri) Great Prizes, Extra Raffle Prizes Shuttle Bus €2 return. Information: Jess: 086 860 2822 or Catherine 087 122 4019
Hollywood Friendship Club every Wed from 2.15pm to 4.15pm. New members always welcome.
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.
People will forget what you said,
people will forget what you did,
but they will never forget
how you made them feel……
Issue 1263 July 7th 2019
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by officeCommunity Games Church Gate Collection at all Masses this weekend 6th & 7th July
Saturday 6th July 2019
►PLEASE NOTE: there will be no evening Mass in Lacken Church on Saturday 6th July due to Cemetery Sunday Templeboden at 3pm. on Sunday 7th July
Sunday 7th July 2019
►Cemetery Sunday Templeboden at 3pm.
PLEASE NOTE: there will be no evening Mass in Lacken Church on Saturday 6th July
Monday 8th July 2019
►Holy Hour in Crosschapel every Monday after 10am Mass. (ex Bank Holidays)
Tuesday 9th 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 10th 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
►Christian Meditation Group meet in the Mass Centre in Brittas from 11am. All welcome
►Bethany Bereavement Support group available for caring confidential support from 8pm to 9pm no appointment necessary.
Mass Intentions this Week
Michael Kennedy (RD) Skaidrite Valdgeima (RD) John McNamara (RD)
Saturday 6pm John Geoghegan (A) Peter O’Donovan (RD)
Sunday 10am Tom Canning, Sheila Vaughan (RD)
We also Remember the following:
James Reid (A) Ray O’Donnell (A) Elizabeth (Lil) Clarke, Tony Doyle, James Reid, John Curran (A)
Monday: Mass for those on the list for Sick
Tuesday: John & Nora Mora, David Cranny (A)
Wednesday: Special Int, Special Int
Thursday: Mary Corbett (RD)
Paddy Dowling (RD)
Friday: Birthday Int, Special Int
Blessington Parish OPEN INVITATION We invite you to a gathering in the Coimín Centre on Monday 22nd July at 8pm The Parish Finance Committee will give a short presentation of 2018 Accounts.
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.
June Winners of the draw in aid of Valleymount Church Renovation fund: Angela & John Richardson, Margaret & Mattie Brown, Sadie & Seamus Miley, Rose Zeller, Maura & Brendan Hughes. Each received €100.
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
Cemetery Sunday Baltyboys Sunday 25th August at 12 noon. There will be no 11.15 Mass in Valleymount
Are you interested in allotments in Blessington? The next public meeting to discuss the provision of allotments in the Blessington area will be held on Thursday 1st August, 7pm, in Blessington Library. All welcome. Please contact blessingtonallotments@gmail.com for any additional information.
Valleymount Heritage Weekend. A special word of thanks to all who helped to make the Heritage weekend a memorable event in the life of our parish. To all who volunteered their time to renovate the stage in preparation for the wonderful production of A Midsummer’s Night Dream, to those who directed & took part in the play & to all who supported & bought lines for the raffle. Your goodwill & generosity is much appreciated.
OPEN DAY Sunday 14th July at 1pm. Come to our OPEN DAY at Kildare Animal Foundation, South Green Road, Kildare Town to celebrate 25 years of caring for sick & injured animals. Something for all the family; Plants, Antiques, Face-painting, Bottle stall, Kiddies games, Barbeque, Crafts & much more. FREE ADMISSION (NO dogs allowed as we have plenty of animals on site to be seen) A lovely day out in the midst of our beautiful rescue animals.
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.
Blessington GAA Club Golf Classic on Friday 12th July in Craddockstown Golf Club. Cost is €300 for a team of 4 including the round of golf, dinner & plenty of prizes!! The day promises lots of fun, during and after!! Book now to ensure your preferred tee time by contacting one of the following: Arthur Hennessy 087 239 6157, Emer McIntyre Reape 087 226 2286, John Williamson 086 825 6556
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.
Richard Cowley’s Garden Open Day in aid of Cara Girls Rescue Centre, Kenya on Saturday 13th July from 11am to 4pm in Horsepasstown, Ballymore Eustace, Co. Kildare W 91 C2P3. €5 entry to include tea/coffee and cake.
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.
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 Annual Sports Day on Sunday 14th July in GAA Field, Athletic Events, Dog Show, Side Shows, Produce Stall, Raffle, Fun & Games for all. Refreshments served. More details nearer the date.
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
Car Boot Sale (Des Redmond Charities) in St. Kevin’s Hall Sunday 14th July from 7am to 4pm. €10 per table, Free Car Park, Tea & Coffee. Pat Conlan 086 075 2072
Holiday Camp with Blessington Fencing Club from Monday 8th July to Friday 12th July 9am to 1pm. Cost is €100 for Club members and €120 for non-members. Call to book 087 676 4183
Hollywood Friendship Club every Wed from 2.15pm to 4.15pm. New members always welcome.
Date For your Diary – Supper/Dance in Hollywood Centre on Saturday 20th July. Food Served at 8pm. Dancing until Midnight, music by THE WICKLOW MAN. Adm €20. This is the Senior Citizens/ Friendship Clubs contribution to The Fair. Great night assured
Lough Derg 3-Day Pilgrimages
5th to 7th July (dep 8am from Parnell Square, Dublin)
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
Blessington Bingo Every Wednesday at 8.15pm in the Avon (Avon Ri) Great Prizes, Extra Raffle Prizes Shuttle Bus €2 return. Information: Jess: 086 860 2822 or Catherine 087 122 4019
Local St Vincent de Paul – 087 181 1579
Take my hand O Blessed Mother
Hold me firmly lest I fall.
I am nervous when I’m walking
And on thee I humbly call.
Guide me over every crossing
Watch me when I’m on the stairs,
Let me know that you’re here beside me.
Listen to my fervent prayer.
Bring me to my destination safely every single day.
Help me with each undertaking as the hours pass away.
And when evening falls upon us and I fear to be alone,
Take my hand O Blessed Mother
Once again O lead me home. AMEN.
Issue 1262 June 30th 2019
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by officePeter’s Pence Collection
for the Pope’s Charities will take place at all Masses this weekendThis will replace the Share Collection
Community Games Church Gate Collection at all Masses next Weekend 6th & 7th July
Sunday 30th 2019
►Children’s Church at 10am Mass in Church of Our Lady for children aged 5 to 10 years.
►Valleymount Country Market from 10am in Valleymount Hall
Monday 1st July 2019
►Holy Hour in Crosschapel every Monday after 10am Mass. (ex Bank Holidays)
►Guided Prayer, Benediction & Music at 8pm in Lacken Church. All are welcome.
Tuesday 2nd 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 3rd 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
►Christian Meditation Group meet in the Mass Centre in Brittas from 11am. All welcome
Friday 5th July 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.
Sunday 7th July 2019
►Cemetery Sunday Templeboden at 3pm.
PLEASE NOTE: there will be no evening Mass in Lacken Church on Saturday 6th July
Mass Intentions this Week
Jo Horgan (RD)
Saturday 6pm Vincent Bohan (A) Kay McGrath (1st A) Fiona Ashe (A) Clodagh & Sean Ashe (A)
Sunday 10am Mary O’Donnell (A) Jim Breen (A)
We also Remember the following:
Monday: Mass for those on the list for Sick
Tuesday: Barry O’Donnell (Rem) Jenny Tabel (RD)
Wednesday: Get Well, Get Well
Thursday: Eileen McGovern, Daphne Burke (RD)
Friday: 1st Friday Altar List of the Dead
Memory Garden Valleymount. On Sunday 23rd June, Bishop Eamonn Walsh blessed the Memory Garden in Valleymount after the 11.15 Mass.
The garden is dedicated to the memory of all those who were displaced or affected by the creation of the Poulaphouca Reservoir. I would like to thank Bishop Eamonn for his encouraging and supportive homily & also to all those who participated in the ceremony.
Special thanks to Kevin Byrne and his family along with many members of the community who created the garden and donated materials, time and energy to make it possible. If you would like to contribute a donation towards the expense of creating the garden, please leave it in an envelope for the sacristan in Valleymount Church.
With every blessing. Fr Richard
Local St Vincent de Paul 087 181 1579
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
Blessington Parish OPEN INVITATION We invite you to a gathering in the Coimín Centre on Monday 22nd July at 8pm The Parish Finance Committee will give a short presentation of 2018 Accounts.
The Community Pool for West Wicklow AGM will be on Tuesday July 2nd at 7pm in Blessington Library. We will be electing a fundraising subcommittee on the night as well as giving an update on how the campaign has been going and discussing what’s planned next. Everyone is welcome and it’s a great way to get involved in the campaign to get a Pool for West Wicklow! For more information email us at poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com
38th Annual Knockadoon Music & Liturgy Course is now open for booking! A place for choirs & young people to experience a week of music, faith and community from 11th to the 17th August! More info available on Facebook, Instragram & Twitter @KnockadoonML or www.knockadoonml.com
Sunday 30th MAY 2019 (+ every Last Sunday); SONGS & TUNES session, set up by local music lovers; Zellers, Lacken – a welcoming venue; 6pm to 9 or later. Free and 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 the urge
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.
Blessington Bingo Every Wednesday at 8.15 in the Avon (Avon Ri) Great Prizes, Extra Raffle Prizes Shuttle Bus €2 return. Jess: 086 860 2822 or Catherine 087 122 4019
Blessington GAA Club Golf Classic on Friday 12th July in Craddockstown Golf Club. Cost is €300 for a team of 4 including the round of golf, dinner & plenty of prizes!! The day promises lots of fun, during and after!! Book now to ensure your preferred tee time by contacting one of the following: Arthur Hennessy 087 239 6157, Emer McIntyre Reape 087 226 2286, John Williamson 086 825 6556
Tai Chi Classes (in aid of the Coimin Centre) every Tuesday from 3pm to 4pm in HD Fitness (under the Lemon Tree). Suitable for all ages & levels of fitness, this is a gentle form of exercise which improves coordination, balance, joint mobility & core strength. We ask participants to make a €3 contribution for the Centre.
Blessington Triathlon Sun 30th June. Over 400 competitors will enjoy swimming, cycling & running around Poulaphouca Reservoir & the Blessington area in this triathlon, now in its 5th year. A mixed field of all ages & levels of experience will complete the 1,500m swim in the reservoir, cycle 40km around a loop to Hollywood & complete a 10km road run. This race is organised by Belpark Triathlon Club & Blessington Sailing Club & supports members of both clubs, as well as the chosen charity partner Down Syndrome Ireland. Find out more at www.blessingtontri.ie. Race starts at 9.40am.
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.
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 Annual Sports Day on Sunday 14th July in GAA Field, Athletic Events, Dog Show, Side Shows, Produce Stall, Raffle, Fun & Games for all. Refreshments served. More details nearer the date.
Car Boot Sale (Des Redmond Charities) in St. Kevin’s Hall Sunday 14th July from 7am to 4pm. €10 per table, Free Car Park, Tea & Coffee. Pat Conlan 086 075 2072
Holiday Camp with Blessington Fencing Club from Monday 8th July to Friday 12th July 9am to 1pm. Cost is €100 for Club members and €120 for non-members. Call to book 087 676 4183
Summer Bridge at Blessington Lakes Golf Club, Baltyboys, Valleymount at 7.30pm sharp. All Welcome
Date For your Diary – Supper/Dance in Hollywood Centre on Saturday 20th July. Food Served at 8pm. Dancing until Midnight, music by THE WICKLOW MAN. Adm €20. This is the Senior Citizens/ Friendship Clubs contribution to The Fair. Great night assured
Don’t wait for the perfect moment, take this moment and make it perfect
Issue 1261 23rd June 2019
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by officeAnnual Church Gate Collection for St Mary’s Junior & Senior Schools will take place at all Masses this weekend.
Peter’s Pence Collection for the Pope’s Charities will take place at all Masses next weekend 29th 30th June. This will replace the Share Collection
Sunday 23rd June 2019
►Bishop Eamonn Walsh will celebrate 11.15am Mass in St. Joseph’s Church Valleymount & will bless the new Memory Garden after Mass.
►All children who received 1st Communion this year are invited to 10am Mass in Blessington, dressed in Communion clothes for the final Mass in the Communion Programme.
Monday 24th June 2019
►Holy Hour in Crosschapel every Monday after 10am Mass. (ex Bank Holidays)
Tuesday 25th June 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 26th June 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
►Christian Meditation Group meet in the Mass Centre in Brittas from 11am. All welcome
Thursday 27th June 2019
►West Wicklow Cancer Support – Drop in Meeting, “Have you been Touched by Cancer? Take Time for You” An evening of Craft & Creativity followed by meditation & some light refreshments, Thursday 27th June 7.30pm, Coimin Centre, Blessington. All welcome, no charge, feel free to bring a friend. 087 434 6004 westwicklow15@gmail.com
Friday 28th June 2019
►Dancing in Aid of the Men’s Shed continues in Valleymount on Friday the 28th June. Dancing 9.30pm to 12. Music by Tony Byrd. Admission €10. Spot prizes on the night
Mass Intentions this Week
Noel Cruise (RD) Danny Murphy (RD)
Saturday 6pm: Mairead Hudson (Mths Mind) John & Sarah Magee (A) Daragh Rowan (A)
Kevin Shiels (A)
Sunday 10am: Liam Farrell (A)
Ann Fitzgerald (RD)
We also Remember the following:
Tim Murphy (A) Rachel Murphy (A)
Kathleen (Kitty) Kelly (A)
Monday: Mass for those on the list for Sick
Tuesday: Sp Intentions, Sp Intentions
Wednesday: Margaret Byrne (RD)
Ann Weafer (RD)
Thursday: Get Well, Get Well
Friday: Blessington Deceased Mass Card List
Local St Vincent de Paul 087 181 1579
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
Cemetery Sunday Templeboden Sun 7th July at 3pm. Please inform family & friends.
Sunday 30th June – Children’s Church at 10am Mass in Church of Our Lady for children aged 5 to 10 years.
Valleymount Art & Heritage Weekend
June 21st – 8pm in Valleymount Hall Valleymount Theatre Company presents William Shakespeare’s Comedy ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ appropriately on ‘Midsummers Night’!
June 22nd – 8pm in Valleymount Hall Heritage Exhibition ‘The History of The Parish’ followed by a talk on the history of the parish.
June 23rd – Bishop Eamonn Walsh will celebrate 11.15am Mass in St. Joseph’s Church Valleymount.This will be followed by a Blessing of THE MEMORY GARDEN at the front of The Parochial House.The garden is to commemorate the memory of the families who were displaced & affected by the flooding of the Valley 1939 / 1940 Heritage Exhibition & Tea Rooms until 3pm
The Community Pool for West Wicklow AGM will be on Tuesday July 2nd at 7pm in Blessington Library. We will be electing a fundraising subcommittee on the night as well as giving an update on how the campaign has been going and discussing what’s planned next. Everyone is welcome and it’s a great way to get involved in the campaign to get a Pool for West Wicklow! For more information email us at poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com
Hollywood Friendship Club every Wed from 2.15pm to 4.15pm. New members always welcome.
Tai Chi Classes (in aid of the Coimin Centre) every Tuesday from 3pm to 4pm in HD Fitness (under the Lemon Tree). Suitable for all ages & levels of fitness, this is a gentle form of exercise which improves coordination, balance, joint mobility & core strength. We ask participants to make a €3 contribution for the Centre.
Lugnaquilla – Eamonn Murray Memorial Charity Walk on Sun 23rd June at 2pm Leaving from Fenton’s Bar at 2pm. Donations on the day please for St Brigid’s Hospice.
A Beautiful Celebration of Music featuring emerging classical artists on Thursday 27th June at 7.30pm in the Moat Theatre Naas 045 883 030. Tickets €10. Proudly supporting “Make a Wish” and “The Irish Cancer Society”
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.
Blessington Bingo Every Wednesday at 8.15 in the Avon (Avon Ri) Great Prizes, Extra Raffle Prizes Shuttle Bus €2 return. Jess: 086 860 2822 or Catherine 087 122 4019
Blessington GAA Club Golf Classic on Friday 12th July in Craddockstown Golf Club. Cost is €300 for a team of 4 including the round of golf, dinner & plenty of prizes!! The day promises lots of fun, during and after!! Book now to ensure your preferred tee time by contacting one of the following: Arthur Hennessy 087 239 6157, Emer McIntyre Reape 087 226 2286, John Williamson 086 825 6556
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.
West Wicklow Cancer Support Essential Oils Mediation hosted by Gemma Deeney of Yogagym. 6-week session commencing Wed 19th June 11.30am to 12.30pm in Primary Care Centre Blessington. No charge, all welcome, please bring a friend. 087 434 6004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com “The best cure for the body is a quiet mind”, come & join us
Blessington Gaelic 4 Mothers & Others Team is looking for new members. We are having a relaunch next Tuesday 25th June at 7.30pm. Our training sessions are focused on building up fitness with a bit of football thrown in! If you fancy trying something new & meeting some new people, please come along & try it out.
Hollywood Annual Sports Day on Sunday 14th July in GAA Field, Athletic Events, Dog Show, Side Shows, Produce Stall, Raffle, Fun & Games for all. Refreshments served. More details nearer the date.
Holiday Camp with Blessington Fencing Club from Monday 8th July to Friday 12th July 9am to 1pm. Cost is €100 for Club members and €120 for non-members. Call to book 087 676 4183
Summer Bridge at Blessington Lakes Golf Club, Baltyboys, Valleymount at 7.30pm sharp. All Welcome
Date For your Diary – Supper/Dance in Hollywood Centre on Saturday 20th July. Food Served at 8pm. Dancing until Midnight, music by THE WICKLOW MAN. Adm €20. This is the Senior Citizens/ Friendship Clubs contribution to The Fair. Great night assured
Cruthú Art Group has now reopened at Russborough for the Summer Season from 11am to 5pm on weekends & Bank Holidays. We will also open Fridays & selected days later in Summer. If you have any enquiries about our work, please email cruthuart@gmail.com Drop in anytime to view unique locally produced art & crafts. www.cruthu.ie
Blessington Library Summer Stars Reading Adventure for children during the summer from 15th of June to the end of August. Summer Stars is an exciting reading-based programme which is available free of charge to all children. We are very happy to work with teachers and families to encourage children to continue reading and also to participate in our range of storytelling and other fun activities during the summer. Each child is invited to register for the adventure at the library. All participants will be given a Summer Stars Reading Card to record and track their own progress, and there will be rewards and incentives along the way. At the end of the adventure, all children who participate are invited to attend the Grand Finale. Children and families will also have access to fun reading activities on the Summer Stars website, www.summerstars.ie The site has lots of online activities as well as a range of animated ebooks. You will find a children’s books discussion board and interviews with well-known people about their favourite books. There are also helpful tips for reading and recommended titles by age group for children to read. The books can then be borrowed from the library service, and it’s all free.
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