Wicklow Diary

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  Join us in the magnificent surroundings of St. Saviour’s Church, Arklow, as we present,
  “Canadh Le Chéile” an extravaganza of music and song.
  The concert is delighted to showcase, Mr Peter Corry “Northern Ireland’s Greatest
  Showman.” With a career spanning over 30 years, in the entertainment and music industry,
  Peter has captivated audiences throughout the world with his unique velvet tenor voice.
  Peter’s musical theatre career is well documented, with 3 years in the formidable role of
  Inspector Javert both in the West End and UK tour of “Les Misérables”, alongside other roles
  as Sweeney in “Sweeney Todd”, Fagin in “Oliver” & Jamie in “The Last 5 Years”.
  Peter’s career includes not only singing but also acting, presenting, producing and directing.
  His career as a producer has been fuelled by a love of shows and all that musical theatre can
  bring to performance. ‘Thank You for The Musicals,’ Peter’s most recent production, has
  been tremendously successful, enjoying a sell-out tour throughout 2023! To date Peter has
  recorded twelve albums.
  The concert also brings together the vocal talents of some of Arklow’s most eminent singers
  including Ms Naoimh Penston, Lir Female Ensemble and The Walker Sisters.
  The audience will also enjoy stellar musical performances from the renowned Arklow
  Shipping Silver Band and the esteemed pianist Mr John Bonner.
  Taking pride of place at this year’s concert will be the Carysfort National School Children’s
  Choir.
  Janet Nuzum is the concerts eloquent and inimitable master of ceremonies for the
  evening.

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  The Glen to Glen Remembrance Hike for Hospice will take place on the morning of Sunday 28th April, 2024 and takes a scenic looped route through the Glendalough and Glendasan valleys. 

  This event provides an opportunity to remember family and friends that we have loved and are no longer with us, while supporting local hospice services.

  The Hike:

  For 2024, there are two options to choose from.

  Option 1: The main route follows a moderate 12km loop – a good level of fitness is required for this 3-4-hour hike.

  Option 2: This year we are offering a shorter 8km route, if you prefer a gentler option, which can be completed within the same time frame as the longer route.

  For both options:

  • Registration is €25 per person.   U16’s can join free of charge, once accompanied by a guardian
  • Meeting point is in the Laragh Carpark and registration is from 9am.  The hike will set off at 9.30am.
  • Feel free to bring along a photo of your loved one to place on our Remembrance Board, at the start of the hike.
  • Both groups will be led by experienced guides, and maps will be provided.
  • Participants are required to register in advance and will receive a free Our Lady’s Hospice & Care Services t-shirt on the day!
  • Complimentary refreshments will be served in the carpark upon completion and everyone will receive a Certificate of Completion!
  • Unfortunately, we cannot allow dogs on this hike.

  We are asking participants to raise €100 each which will go towards enhancing local hospice services, and funding things like complimentary therapies, bereavement support services, specialist equipment and development of our hospice gardens.

  When you sign up, your fundraising page will be automatically set up for you.  Remember, family, friends and work colleagues can sponsor you online and offline.  Just share your fundraising page link via your social media, messaging app or email.   From here, people will be able to sponsor you from the comfort of their own homes – it couldn’t be easier!  If you would prefer a sponsorship card please contact us and we will send on out to you.

  This event is licensed by Wicklow Mountains National Park and due to limited numbers permitted on the hike, registration will close once we reach capacity.  Walkers may not be allowed to register on the day if the event is full.

  For more information please contact Allison Ryder in Our Lady’s Hospice & Care Services, Wicklow Hospice on 01 406 8868 or email aryder@olh.ie.

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