GLENEALY
Card drive
45 Card drive is on every Thursday night at 8pm in Glenealy Village Hall. New players are always welcome.
Men’s Shed
Glenealy Men’s Shed was formed in June 2025. The aim of the shed is to provide a venue for men to talk and connect with others while participating in group or individual projects. Also to undertake projects acceptable to the group which are of benefit to individuals, groups and the broader community.
At the moment we have a meeting in Glenealy Village Hall on the first Tuesday of every month. Other days will be arranged to pursue hobbies, crafts and creativity. We welcome new members over 18 yrs old.
Indoor Bowls
Indoor Bowls is played in Glenealy Village Hall every Wednesday night from 8pm to 10pm. New players always welcome.
Pilates
Pilates is on in Glenealy Village Hall every Tuesday night from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. For more information contact Zara on 087 9367474.
Book Exchange
If anyone would like to exchange books or take books, the book shelf is just inside the main door at hall. There is a great selection to choose from.
Astro Turf
Astro turf is now available to rent at very competitive rates. Tennis court also available. For more information contact 0404 44040.
LARAGH-GLENDALOUGH
‘Friday at Brockagh’
We’re exploring a new Friday morning get-together at Brockagh Resource Centre, a welcoming space to meet others, enjoy a cuppa and take part in a variety of community activities.
Future mornings could include crafts, talks, demonstrations and other shared activities, and we’d love the local community to help shape what FridayAtBrockagh might become.
For our first morning, held as part of National Walking Week 2026 with Get Ireland Walking, join us for a free guided Woodland Walk & Talk through the leafy trails of Brockagh Woods, with time to enjoy the sights, sounds and stories of the woodland. Would you like to walk more but feel unsure about joining a walking group or heading out alone? Perhaps you haven’t walked for a while and would simply enjoy some friendly company. This relaxed 3km walk will be taken at a comfortable pace, with shorter options available if needed.
No specialist walking gear is required–just comfortable clothes, a waterproof coat and trainers or walking shoes with a good grip. Please bring some water. Afterwards, join us at Brockagh Resource Centre to relax and chat over tea, coffee and delicious fresh scones for only €5. You’re also welcome to join us afterwards without taking part in the walk. This event is on Friday 25th September at 10.30am in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh, Glendalough, Co. Wicklow, A98 D3H1. Guided walk: FREE. Tea, coffee and fresh scones afterwards: €5. Booking is essential for the walk as places are limited, so drop us an email or give us a ring to book (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm):0404 45600, [email protected]. Come along for our first ‘Friday at Brockagh’ and help us develop more Friday mornings for our local community.
Car Boot & Community Market
We are looking forward to seeing you at the Glendalough Car Boot & Community Market in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh (A98 D3H1). Browse a fantastic selection of bargains, handmade crafts and locally produced goods on 13th September.
You’ll find a wide variety of items including gifts, clothing, plants, books, toys, skincare products, candles, artwork, tools, household goods and much more. Whether you’re searching for a hidden treasure, picking up an affordable gift or simply enjoying a leisurely browse, there’s something for everyone.
Make a day of it and enjoy an affordable hot dog or burger for lunch, followed by one of our regular baker’s delicious homemade desserts with a cup of tea or coffee. Stall spaces- inside €17 (table included), outside: €15 (bring your own table). Please note: All stallholders must pre-book their space. The entrance barrier is locked from 6pm on Saturday until 8am on Sunday. For bookings and enquiries, call 0404 45600 (Monday-Friday, 9am–4pm) or email [email protected]. For more information, visit www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie.
Christmas Craft Market
Our annual Christmas Craft Market in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh, County Wicklow (A98 D3H1) is back on Sunday 29th November. If you would like to book a space at this very popular market email us at [email protected] or drop in to us for your booking form. Call us on 0404 45600 (Monday-Friday 9-4pm) if you have any questions about this event.
Native Tree Walk (NPWS)
Join a National Parks & Wildlife Service guide On Sunday 27th September at 11am (for approx. 90 minutes )to discover how to identify some of our native trees growing in the Upper Lake area of Glendalough. We will also talk about tree ecology and folklore. There will be an option at the end to see regeneration of native woodland within a tree ex-closure.
Booking essential: to book, please email [email protected]. Meet at the National Park Information Office, Upper Lake, Glendalough, A98R221. Parking is available at the County Council Upper Lake Car Park, A98W778 (charges apply).
For more information, phone the Information Office Tel: 0404 45425; or email [email protected]. This event is organised by education staff based at Wicklow Mountains National Park who are employed by the National Parks & Wildlife Service under the aegis of the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage.
Memory Cafe in Laragh
Starting back Friday 11th September after taking a break for August. As usual we are open from 11am to 1pm in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh, A98 D3H1, Mountainview Room.
This is a free monthly event for people living with dementia/memory problems, family carers, friends and healthcare professionals to connect, socialise and source info.
Upcoming dates are 9th October, 13th November and 11th December. Email [email protected]. Follow us on Facebook: Laragh Memory Cafe.
Brockagh Resource Centre
From 7th September our Autumn/Winter programme of community groups will return to the centre. Please check our noticeboard/website & individual groups for more information.
Here is a reminder of some of our regular activities: Pilates with Zara, Chair Yoga or Vinyasa Yoga with Louise, Taekwondo with Ken, Elevation Dance Academy, Badminton Club(Adults/Youths), Glen Tots Baby & Toddler Playtime, Active Retirement, AA Meetings. More information at www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie on all our activities & events.
Recycling
There is a clothes bank and bottle/can bank at the back of the centre. If you like to read, we have a good collection of second hand books(adult/teens & kids) to choose from inside the lobby. Our office services also provide community printing, scanning and laminating.
Share Your News with the Community
Do you have news or events to share with the Laragh, Glendalough, or Annamoe community? We would love to hear from you! Send the details to [email protected], and we will include them in the Community Notes for you. These notes are sent to the Wicklow People every week and shared on social media — helping your voice and news reach the whole community!
NEWTOWNMOUNTKENNEDY
Notes contact
If you have news or an item to be added to the Newtownmountkennedy Notes, please email Ciara Martin Perks at [email protected] or call 087 6380155.
Bingo
Bingo is played at Newtownmountkennedy Community Centre every Friday. Doors open at 7pm, starts at 8pm.
ICA Cake Sale
Newtownmountkennedy ICA will hold their annual Cake Sale outside the old hardware shop, beside St Joseph’s Church, Newtownmountkennedy on Sunday 6th September from 10.30am. All proceeds go towards the annual Seniors Christmas party. Looking forward to your support.
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga class continues in the Newtown Community Centre on Wednesdays at 12pm. Contact Síofra for more details on 086 3935453.
Newtownmountkennedy Events Committee
The Newtownmountkennedy Events Committee is highlighting the below events taking place over the next few weeks in our community. Be sure to check out the live events below to see what’s coming up next and don’t forget to send us your events if you don’t see them below.
Saturday 12th September: Community Group and Sports Day. Meet our local community groups, various town groups and sports activities from 11am-2pm in the Community Centre. Take the time to see the great work all these groups and activities bring to our community. This event is open to all and we welcome our community to attend and check out all the activities taking place in our community.
Thursday 17th September: Community Forum meeting takes place at 7.30pm in the Community Centre. Please feel free to come along and listen to what is going on in our town, and feel free to ask any questions or if you have concerns or problems, this is the forum to try help.
The summer closed out in truly spectacular form for our community with two truly great and worthwhile events which took place to close out our summer. Thanks to all involved and we look forward to these events next year!! August Family Fun Day and Gala Dinner. Terrific work by all who worked so hard to make the Family Fun Day, Legends Soccer Match and Gala Dinner a day and night to remember. The long hours of planning paid off, it was a great day and lots of fond memories to take away. Some photos from the event have been added to the website, so please take a look at the great event the NASD put together for our community. newtownmountkennedy.org/family-fun-day-2026/
Heritage Week: Well done to all who contributed and attended the wide variety of events that took place across our town for Heritage Week. The effort in successfully running these definitely paid off with the large numbers attending the various events. Check out the heritage page which will be updated over the coming weeks with some great photos. newtownmountkennedy.org/heritage-national-heritage-week/
We want to ensure every local group and business is represented, so get in touch with Newtownmountkennedy.org or email [email protected] to include your event on the town’s website that’s taking place in our community. Visit newtownmountkennedy.org/events to get more details of events happening in our community.
ROUNDWOOD
Lotto
Results of the lotto draw held on Sunday 29th August. The numbers drawn were 8, 20, 28 and 29. There were seven match three winners. Trevor Conyard, D Connick, Mgt Byrne, B Smyth, Patricia Molloy, Bobby Brady and Justine Fitzpatrick . Next week’s jackpot will be €15,000.
Roundwood Bridge Club
Bridge in the Community Hall in Roundwood starts on Monday, 7th September at 7.15pm. All levels of player are welcome. Enquiries to Seamus Kennedy at 087 2452 903.
Fungi talk
Join NPWS Wicklow Education guide for a talk to discover the mysterious world of fungi, their fascinating biology, and how they contribute to the variety of life in the natural world. The talk will take place at 7:30pm on Tuesday 8th September in Roundwood Parish Hall. This free event is organised in association with the Roundwood Tidy Towns Biodiversity Group and the National Parks & Wildlife Service. All welcome.
Active Retirement
Next Bingo in Annamoe is on Sunday 20th September at 3pm – all welcome.
Chair Yoga Roundwood Parish Hall Starting Tuesday 15th September 2-4pm. New participants will need to complete the registration forms on the day **Please note there will be a midterm break from 26th to the 30th October so no classes for those two weeks**
Calligraphy Club returns to the Roundwood Parish Hall Thursday 17th September for 6 weeks.11am–12:30 New members very welcome.
Dark Skies
Join Kerem Asfuroglu founder of Dark Source in Roundwood Parish Hall on Tuesday September 15 at 8pm for an insight into ways of tackling light pollution and protecting the dark skies of Roundwood and Wicklow. Site-specific observations and improvement potentials from Roundwood will be shared. This event is organised in association with the Roundwood Tidy Towns Biodiversity Group. All welcome
Free ukulele taster class for adults
Ever fancied learning to play the ukulele? Come along to a free, relaxed taster class for absolute beginners on Tuesday 8th September at 7.30pm in Roundwood Parish Hall. No previous musical experience needed–even if you’ve never picked up a ukulele before!
This is a great chance to try something new and meet others. Particularly suitable for retirees and anyone new to the area. Contact Linda from Linda’s Music School for more information: 087 9729956.
Annamoe Rambling House
Next Rambling House in the Annamoe Centre will be on Friday 11th September at 8pm. Any queries to 086-8749092.
Cancer Support
Roundwood Cancer Support office is open every Monday and Friday from 10am to 12 noon for anyone who needs advice or help when dealing with cancer.
Social Whist
Next Whist will take place on Wednesday 2nd September starting at 8pm in the Parish Hall.
45 Card Game
There is a 45 Card Game every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at 8pm. Teas served. All are welcome
Local notes
If you have an item or news that you would like to include in the Roundwood Notes, contact Margaret Bolger the email address is [email protected]