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
Arklow’s famous community spirit was on full show when members from over 30 voluntary groups, charities and organisations gathered at the Arklow Bay Hotel for the inaugural ACE awards.