1FISHERS CHRISTMAS MARKET: With the addition of late hours for evening shoppers, Fishers of Newtownmountkennedy’s Good Life Artisan Farmers’ Market returns for two consecutive Thursdays, on December 7 and 14, from 3.30pm-8.30pm. As well as a pizza truck for those who have missed supper, there are organic pet foods on hand for your pooch. So bring your adorable pet along to this pet-friendly market, which includes stalls by Smelly Nelly Wax Melts, Roxy Chixx Boutique, The Flower Gardener, Wood Turning by Ian, Bon A Pet Treats, Pizza Al Volvo, EH Bakes, Ava’s Cupcakes, Bitte Bag, Christmas Cakes & Puddings by Jacinta, Ken’s Amazing Plants and Natasha Drew Ceramics. Ariston’s My Natural Oil will also be there to ensure you get the best for your festive food. Ariston has been producing olive oils and vinegars for over three generations on their family estate in Kalamata (famous for its olives) Greece. Kalamata is near the Mediterranean Sea so the sea salt in the soil help
With the festive season in full swing, the Arklow Shipping Silver Band is gearing up for a series of performances to spread holiday cheer throughout the community.
The Ukrainian community in Arklow have been busy crafting warm garments for those impacted by the ongoing conflict in their homeland and have appealed to the public for help in their knitting initiative.